PR Newswire Broadcast Minute for Friday, August 12, 2005

PR Newswire Broadcast Minute for Friday, August 12, 2005

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'I Do' . . . Leave My Dirty Clothes on the Floor: Roto-Rooter Survey Reveals Newlyweds' Top Bathroom Pet Peeves

A survey says the number one bathroom-related pet peeve of newlyweds is "leaves dirty clothes on the floor." That's according to a recent study of 253 newlyweds conducted on behalf of Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service. Three in ten newlyweds say sharing a bathroom has been a challenge, but newlywed men seem to be the ones who are having the most problems sharing anything, much less the throne. In fact, women are more peeved about combining finances and dealing with a messy spouse, while men are more likely to have a hard time sharing -- a closet, bathroom or bed.

So what ticks off newlyweds the most when it comes to sharing a bathroom? Here are the top five pet peeves among newlyweds:

1. Leaves dirty clothes on the floor (47 percent)
2. Leaves sink a mess (44 percent)
3. Never cleans the toilet bowl (37 percent)
4. Never replaces the toilet paper (37 percent)
5. Tries to have conversations while I'm using the toilet (30 percent)

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3011552

Singapore Airlines Takes the Baggage Out of Your Trip

Singapore Airlines is making travel a little lighter for its passengers with the introduction of its new door-to-destination baggage service. It begins August 15th on outbound travel from Los Angeles International Airport. BaggageDirect, an airport check-in and delivery service, will pick up passengers' luggage from their homes or offices six to 24 hours before their flights, eliminating the baggage check-in process. BaggageDirect will also provide travelers with a boarding receipt upon pick-up, allowing them to check-in at Singapore Airlines' First Class counters.

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3011991

CBS Announces 16 New Castaways for 'Survivor: Guatemala -- The Maya Empire'

C-B-S has announced 16 new castaways, including former N-F-L quarterback Gary Hogeboom (HOH'-guh-boom), to compete in Survivor: Guatemala -- The Maya Empire. The castaways will begin their adventure with a grueling eleven-mile hike through the jungle when the eleventh installment of the Emmy Award- winning hit series premieres Thursday, September 15th on the C-B-S Television Network.

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3011757

Dave Matthews Band, Julia Roberts Team Up on Music Video

Dave Matthews Band, who are in the midst of a highly successful summer tour, will release a new single and video from their acclaimed Stand Up album next week. Entitled "Dreamgirl," the new video features Julia Roberts, a long time fan and friend of the band, in the starring role. The video will premiere on V-H-One on Wednesday, August 17.

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3012006

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PRNewswire -- Aug. 12

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