Billy Ray and Miley Cyrus Bring Their Star Power to Cowboys & Indians Magazine

Billy Ray and Miley Cyrus Bring Their Star Power to Cowboys & Indians Magazine

DALLAS, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- It's a family affair at Cowboys & Indians, The Premier Magazine of The West, as the phenomenal Miley Cyrus -- a.k.a. "Hannah Montana" -- joins her father, singer-actor Billy Ray Cyrus, for a cover-story profile in the April issue on sale March 4. As writer Warner Roberts reports, the father-daughter team is sitting on top of the world -- with boots and tennis shoes planted firmly on the ground. They're enjoying their multi-platinum success and multimedia stardom, but they're careful not to get too caught up in the hype and hoopla. "We let life do its thing," Miley says, "and we sit back and enjoy the ride."

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Elsewhere in the April issue, actor Armand Assante talks about his role in the upcoming Western "The Man Who Came Back" -- and describes a painful injury that very nearly kept him out of the saddle on a permanent basis. And speaking of movies: C&I writer David Hofstede brings readers to Melody Ranch, the setting for TV's "Deadwood" and memorable movies starring Tom Mix, Gene Autry, Gary Cooper, Jeff Bridges -- and Elvis Presley.

But wait, there's more: C&I profiles E.W. "Bill" Gollings, a Cowboy artist in the era of Charles M. Russell, and rose expert Gaye Hammond, who waxes lyrical about one of the West's favorite flowers. For stylish cowboys and cowgirls, there's a "Ranch Romance" guide to spring fashions that showcases both the flirty and flouncy and the manly and muscular. Ann Kathryn Orsinger provides a collector's guide to antique cowboy spurs. And William C. Reynolds introduces readers to photographer Heather Hafleigh, whose work celebrates the "vaquero" way of horsemanship.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

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Source: Cowboys & Indians

CONTACT: Joe Leydon, Communications Director of Cowboys & Indians,
+1-713-403-6910

Web site:

http://www.cowboysindians.com/

NOTE TO EDITORS: For more information or images: Cowboys & Indians Magazine, 6688 N. Central Expressway, Suite 650, Dallas, TX 75206, Phone, 214.750.8222, Fax, 214.750.4522

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Legendary Jazz Musician Hanah John Taylor Joins Madison Media Institute As New Instructor

Legendary Jazz Musician Hanah John Taylor Joins Madison Media Institute As New Instructor

MADISON, Wis., Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Madison Media Institute - College of Media Arts (MMI) in Madison, Wisconsin, is thrilled to announce legendary jazz musician, Hanah John Taylor, has recently joined the recording department staff.

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Hanah Jon Taylor joins the Recording department after receiving the critical acclaim of audiences and media throughout Europe, Scandinavia and the Americas. His lyrical persona on flute, saxophone and wind synthesizer has warranted him a master of improvisation. He has appeared with Richie Havens, drummer Steve McCall, pianist Antonello Salis, saxophonist Roscoe Mitchell, the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble with Kalil El Zabar, the Colson Unity Troupe, bassists Rafael Garrett and Malachi Favors, and the Great Black Music Ensemble of Chicago. Hanah' led the first avant-garde ensemble to perform in Cuba. He was commissioned by the University of Chicago to organize and direct its first improvisational orchestra. Hanah' established the Musonics Foundation, a cadre of musicians, dancers, and actors, organized to provide artistic activities designed to encourage self-expression in young people. He holds a masters degree in Music Therapy from Southern Illinois University. His awards include Best Jazz Artist for 2005 and 2006; Best Instrumentalist for 2005; Best Jazz Composition for 2006 at the Madison Area Music Awards; and Jazz Personality of the Year at the 2006 Isthmus Jazz Festival. He presently records under the Rogue Art Records label in Paris and is co-founder and director of the Madison Center for Creative and Cultural Arts.

Madison Media Institute, a nationally accredited college, has been preparing students for jobs in electronic media since 1969. They are considered a leading resource for training, information, and expertise in new media which is reshaping the entertainment and communications industries. Madison Media Institute grants Associate degrees in Digital Media Design and Production, Video and Motion Graphics, and Recording and Music Technology. All of the programs MMI offers use the latest tools and techniques to provide students with the training they need to pursue a career in multimedia. MMI graduates become Videographers, web designers, 3D animators, music producers, sound engineers or one of the many other professions in the entertainment and media field. For more information about Madison Media Institute, call (608) 663-2000 or visit the website at http://www.madisonmedia.edu/.

CONTACT:
Jonathan Florin
608-237-8310

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

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Source: Madison Media Institite - College of Media Arts

CONTACT: Jonathan Florin of Madison Media Institite - College of Media
Arts, +1-608-237-8310

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USA Network Reclaims Sunday Nights This Summer With New Original Series IN PLAIN SIGHT and All-New Episodes of Returning Favorite LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT

USA Network Reclaims Sunday Nights This Summer With New Original Series IN PLAIN SIGHT and All-New Episodes of Returning Favorite LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT

Premiering this Summer on Sunday, June 8

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- USA Network, the #1 network in basic cable, announced today that it will reclaim Sunday nights in dramatic fashion this summer with back-to-back original series, featuring the veteran hit LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT, continuing season seven on Sunday, June 8 at 9/8c, and the newest in USA's roster of bold originals, IN PLAIN SIGHT, premiering immediately following at 10/9c.

IN PLAIN SIGHT stars Mary McCormack ("The West Wing," "Private Parts") as Mary Shannon, a U.S. Marshal working in the highly secretive branch of the witness protection program (WITSEC) who relocates Federal Witnesses - many of them who are career criminals, and many who are innocents that had the misfortune of witnessing a crime. They all have one thing in common - someone wants them dead. Mary's job is to see that doesn't happen, while at the same time attempting to manage her own dysfunctional family. IN PLAIN SIGHT also stars Frederick Weller ("Law & Order: Criminal Intent," "The Shape of Things"), Lesley Ann Warren ("Desperate Housewives," "Will & Grace"), Nichole Hiltz ("NYPD Blue," "Strong Medicine"), Paul Ben-Victor ("The Wire," "Entourage"), Cristian de la Fuente (upcoming in "Dancing With The Stars," "Side Order of Life," "Ugly Betty"), and Todd Williams ("Tilt," "Third Watch"). In Plain Sight was created and written by David Maples ("Home Improvement," "Huff"), who serves as executive producer alongside Paul Stupin ("Dawson's Creek," "Beautiful People") and comes from Universal Media Studios.

LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT takes viewers into the minds of its criminals while following the psychological approaches the Major Case Squad uses to solve the crimes. The squad investigates high-profile cases, usually homicides, such as those involving VIPS, local government officials and employees, the financial industry and the art world. Criminal Intent differs from other series in the "Law & Order" franchise because it gives a great amount of attention to the actions and motives of the criminals, rather than showing (almost exclusively) the police and prosecution's side of the case. The show stars Vincent D'Onofrio, Chris Noth, Kathryn Erbe, Julianne Nicholson and Eric Bogosian. LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT is a Wolf Films production in association with Universal Media Studios and is Dick Wolf's third installment of the "Law & Order" brand, the second-longest running drama series in the history of television. Wolf, Warren Leight, Peter Jankowski and Norberto Barba are executive producers.

For photos of IN PLAIN SIGHT, LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT and all USA Network projects, please log on to the NBC Universal Media Village at http://www.nbcumv.com/.

USA NETWORK is cable television's leading provider of original series and feature movies, sports and entertainment events, off-net television shows, and blockbuster theatrical films. The #1 network in basic cable, USA Network is seen in nearly 94 million U.S. homes. The USA Network Web site is located at www.usanetwork.com. Characters Welcome.

USA Network is a program service of NBC Universal Cable a division of NBC Universal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Source: USA Network

CONTACT: IN PLAIN SIGHT, Kristin Schulman, +1-212-664-4140,
kristin.schulman@nbcuni.com, or Andrea Epstein, +1-818-777-6679,
andrea.epstein@nbcuni.com; or LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT, Farrah Hersh,
+1-212-664-4731, farrah.hersh@nbcuni.com, or Brad Bernstein, +1-212-664-4401,
brad.bernstein@nbcuni.com, all of USA Network

Web site:

http://www.usanetwork.com/
http://www.nbcumv.com/

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Scripps Files 10-K, Reports Final Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results

Scripps Files 10-K, Reports Final Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results

CINCINNATI, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The E. W. Scripps Company (NYSE:SSP) today filed its annual Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including final operating results for the fourth quarter and full year 2007.

The company reported a net loss for the fourth quarter of $256 million, or $1.56 per share, including the effect of a non-cash charge against earnings related to its uSwitch online comparison shopping subsidiary in the United Kingdom. Net income for the same period a year earlier was $134 million, or 81 cents per share.

The company reported a $411 million non-cash, pre-tax charge against earnings in the fourth quarter for impairment of goodwill and other intangible assets related to losses and challenging business conditions at uSwitch.

The company's net loss for the full year, including the effects of the non-cash charge, was $1.6 million, or 1 cent per share, vs. net income of $353 million, or $2.14 per share, in 2006. The charge reduced net income for 2007 by $382 million or $2.32 per share.

"As we indicated when reporting preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter, the reduced levels of energy switching activity at uSwitch throughout 2007 have resulted in a non-cash write-down of the businesses' carrying value," said Kenneth W. Lowe, president and chief executive officer for Scripps. "We anticipate a return to profitability at uSwitch during the first quarter of 2008 and in the meantime have tactically aligned the costs of operating the business with lower levels of anticipated revenue."

Most of the charge resulted from a general reduction in financial earnings at uSwitch and the impact this decline is expected to have on the future results at the business. Acquired by Scripps in 2006, uSwitch is an online comparison and switching service that helps consumers in the United Kingdom compare prices on car insurance, gas, electricity, water, heating cover, home telephone, digital television, broadband, credit cards, personal loans, secured loans and current accounts.

Forward-looking statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements related to the company's businesses, including the proposed separation plan, that are based on management's current expectations. Forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, trends and uncertainties, including changes in advertising demand and other economic conditions that could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations expressed in forward- looking statements. All forward-looking statements should be evaluated with the understanding of their inherent uncertainty. The company's written policy on forward-looking statements can be found on page F-5 of its 2007 SEC Form 10K.

We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date the statement is made.

About Scripps

The E. W. Scripps Company (www.scripps.com) is a diverse and growing media enterprise with interests in national cable networks, newspaper publishing, broadcast television stations, interactive media, and licensing and syndication.

The company's portfolio of media properties includes: Scripps Networks, with such brands as HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, Fine Living and Great American Country; daily and community newspapers in 15 markets and the Washington-based Scripps Media Center, home to the Scripps Howard News Service; 10 broadcast TV stations, including six ABC-affiliated stations, three NBC affiliates and one independent; Scripps Interactive Media, including leading online search and comparison shopping services, Shopzilla and uSwitch; and United Media, a leading worldwide licensing and syndication company that is the home of PEANUTS, DILBERT and approximately 150 other features and comics.

THE E. W. SCRIPPS COMPANY
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

(in thousands, except per share data)

Three months ended Twelve months ended
December 31, December 31,

2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change

Operating
revenues $679,196 $682,985 (0.6)% $2,517,140 $2,498,077 0.8%
Costs and
expenses (440,760) (439,258) 0.3 % (1,763,828)(1,701,059) 3.7%
Depreciation
and
amortization
of
intangibles (33,246) (29,190) 13.9 % (131,550) (115,099) 14.3%
Write-down
of uSwitch
goodwill and
intangible
assets (411,006) (411,006)
Gain on
formation of
Colorado
newspaper
partnership 3,535
Gains (losses)
on disposal
of PP&E 244 (691) (632) (1,124)(43.8)%
Hurricane
recoveries, net 1,900

Operating
income (205,572) 213,846 210,124 686,230 (69.4)%
Interest
expense (7,980) (12,994) (38.6)% (37,982) (55,965)(32.1)%
Equity
in earnings
of JOAs and
other joint
ventures 21,989 15,273 44.0 % 63,221 55,196 14.5%
Miscellaneous,
net 3,467 (521) 19,284 4,743

Income from
continuing
operations
before income
taxes and
minority
interests (188,096) 215,604 254,647 690,204 (63.1)%
Provision
for income
taxes (42,000) (59,332) (29.2)% (177,265) (219,261)(19.2)%

Income from
continuing
operations
before
minority
interests (230,096) 156,272 77,382 470,943 (83.6)%
Minority
interests (25,837) (23,885) 8.2% (82,981) (73,766) 12.5%

Income from
continuing
operations (255,933) 132,387 (5,599) 397,177
Income (loss)
from
discontinued
operations,
net of tax 1,561 3,978 (43,957)
Net income $(255,933) $133,948 $(1,621) $353,220

Net income
(loss) per
diluted share
of common
stock:
Income from
continuing
operations $(1.56) $.80 $(.03) $2.41
Income (loss)
from
discontinued
operations .01 .02 (.27)
Net income per
diluted share
of common
stock $(1.56) $.81 $(.01) $2.14

Weighted
average
diluted
shares
outstanding 163,895 164,924 164,267 164,849

Net income per share amounts may not foot since each is calculated
independently.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Source: The E. W. Scripps Company

CONTACT: Tim Stautberg of The E. W. Scripps Company, +1-513-977-3826,
stautberg@scripps.com

Web site:

http://www.scripps.com/

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Tri-C Jazzfest Cleveland Salutes the American Classics

Tri-C Jazzfest Cleveland Salutes the American Classics

CLEVELAND, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland celebrates its 29th year with a Tribute to American Classics, April 17-27, with a showcase of nationally and internationally renowned artists. The lifetime works of Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday and Marvin Gaye are among the wide range of jazz music to be highlighted during the 10-day festival.

The festivities kick off on April 17 with a parade featuring the Shaw High School Marching Band at Tower City and Public Square in downtown Cleveland. The celebration continues with a kick-off party, complete with live entertainment, at The Corner Alley. Later that evening at the House of Blues, Jazz Meets Hip-Hop features Q-Nice, DJ Rob Swift and Bill Ransom in a creative fusion of old-school jazz with the contemporary rhythmic beats of hip-hop.

John Pizzarelli and The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra will salute Frank Sinatra at the Allen Theatre on April 18. Opening act Nnenna Freelon pays homage to Billie Holiday with a refreshing take on the work of the legendary jazz songstress.

Jazz for Kids starts off a full day of jazz on April 19 at The Children's Museum of Cleveland with an educational and entertaining perspective of jazz designed to get the youngest imaginations excited. Ending the day is producer/composer Jason Miles in a marvelous tribute to Marvin Gaye and Motown featuring a who's who in jazz lineup that includes Bobby Caldwell, Walter Beasley, Kevin Mahogany, Maysa and DJ Logic.

Vijay Iyer, one of the most commanding pianists and composers to emerge in recent years, brings his diverse and respected body of work to MOCA Cleveland on April 23 as his unique sound draws from a wide range of Western and non- Western traditions. The Tri-C Metro Campus Auditorium plays host to the electrifying sounds of the Grammy nominated saxophonist Joshua Redman on April 24. Redman is described by The New York Times as one of a: " ... handful of naturally gifted musicians."

An Evening of Natalie Cole on April 25 will showcase the range of the eight-time Grammy Award winning singer as she explores her soulful roots of R&B, jazz-based pop and standards. The final weekend continues with the exciting collaboration between trumpeter Rick Braun and saxophonist Richard Elliot on April 26. Tri-C's own Dominick Farinacci takes the stage of Pickwick and Frolic for his first main stage JazzFest performance on April 27.

Tickets go on sale March 7 and can be purchased after that date by calling Playhouse Square Center at 216-241-6000, or online at www.tricpresents.com . For more information and special packages, call 216-987-4400, or visit www.tricpresents.com .

Tri-C JazzFest is recognized, both nationally and internationally, as a premier educational jazz festival with extensive offerings of performances, clinics, workshops and educational programs. This year's festival is supported by American Greetings, the Cleveland Foundation, Forest City, The George Gund Foundation, Key Bank, Kulas Foundation, National City, National Endowment for the Arts and Ohio Arts Council. Media Sponsors include Cleveland.com, Downbeat, the Free Times, WCLV, WKSU and WCPN/WVIZ.

29th Annual Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland
Schedule of Performances

Parade and Kick-off Party
April 17, 5 p.m., Tower City and Public Square, FREE

Jazz Meets Hip-Hop, Part 6
April 17, 8 p.m., House of Blues, Tickets: $25

John Pizzarelli & The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Salute Frank Sinatra
with special guest Nnenna Freelon
April 18, 8 p.m., Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square, Tickets: $45/35/25

Jazz for Kids
April 19, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m., The Children's Museum of Cleveland, Tickets:
$12 ($9 for Museum members)

Women in Jazz
April 19, 1 p.m., Mt. Zion Congregational Church, FREE

Jason Miles: Celebrating the Music of Marvin Gaye and Motown
April 19, 8 p.m., Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square, Tickets: $35/25/15

The Ernie Krivda Trio
April 20, 4 p.m., East Cleveland Public Library, FREE

Debut Series -- The JD Allen Trio
April 20, 8 p.m., Nighttown, FREE

Eddie Baccus, Sr.
April 22, 8 p.m., Karamu House, FREE

Debut Series - The Amina Figarova Sextet
April 22, 8 p.m., Nighttown, FREE

The Vijay Iyer Quartet
April 23, 8 p.m., MOCA Cleveland, Tickets: $25

The Joshua Redman Trio
April 24, 8 p.m., Tri-C Metro Campus Auditorium, Tickets: $30

An Evening of Natalie Cole
April 25, 8 p.m., Allen Theatre, Tickets: $85/65/50

R n R featuring Rick Braun and Richard Elliot
April 26, 8 p.m., Allen Theatre, Tickets: $40/30/20

Jazz Brunch with Dominick Farinacci
April 27, 12 p.m., Pickwick & Frolic, Tickets: $50 ($25 Show only)

The Marcus Roberts Trio
April 27, 4 p.m., East Cleveland Public Library, FREE

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Source: Cuyahoga Community College

CONTACT: Cynthia Bell of Cuyahoga Community College, +1-216-921-2741,
cynthia.bell@tri-c.edu

Web site:

http://www.tricpresents.com/
http://www.tri-c.edu/

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VH1 Classic to Televise 'Paul Shaffer And His British Invasion: A Tribute To Mike Smith,' Saturday, March 1 at 6:30 PM and 10:00 PM*

VH1 Classic to Televise 'Paul Shaffer And His British Invasion: A Tribute To Mike Smith,' Saturday, March 1 at 6:30 PM and 10:00 PM*

Tribute to be Simulcast in High-Definition on MTV Networks' MHD: Music High-Definition Channel, Saturday March 1 at 10:00 PM*

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- VH1 Classic is celebrating the life and work of Dave Clark Five lead singer Mike Smith, who passed away yesterday at the age of 64, with the television premiere of "Paul Shaffer And His British Invasion: A Tribute To Mike Smith." The tribute concert will premiere on VH1 Classic on Saturday, March 1 at 6:30 PM.* The concert will re-air on VH1 Classic Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 PM and will be seen in high-definition on MHD: MTV Networks' high-definition music channel Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 PM.

"Paul Shaffer And His British Invasion: A Tribute To Mike Smith," which took place in New York in August 2005 features an all-star cast including Paul Shaffer, The Zombies, Denny Laine, The Fab Faux, Billy J. Kramer, and Peter and Gordon. Immobilized in a fall suffered in 2003, Smith gets the support of his high profile friends as they perform such hits as "Come Home," "Any Way You Want It" and "Glad All Over."

The Dave Clark Five will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on March 10, 2008. The "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony" will air live on VH1 Classic and MTV Networks' MHD: Music High-Definition channel on Monday, March 10 at 8:30 PM/ET.

To learn more about these series and other VH1 Classic series and specials please visit http://www.vh1classic.com/.

Launched in May 2000, VH1 Classic is a 24-hour network that present videos, concerts and music specials all day long, featuring the best of rock, soul and pop artists from the 60's, 70's, 80's and the early 90's including The Beatles, The Stones, Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin, Marvin Gaye, The Who, Stevie Wonder, The Police and many more. Learn more at www.vh1classic.com

* all times ET/PT

Contacts: Erica Cantwell/VH1 Maura Wozniak/VH1
212-846-3683 212-846-7325

Source: VH1

CONTACT: Erica Cantwell, +1-212-846-3683, or Maura Wozniak,
+1-212-846-7325, both of VH1

Web site:

http://www.vh1.com/
http://www.vh1classic.com/

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H3 Enterprises, Inc.'s HipHopSodaShop Sponsors Sold Out 18,000 Seat 'Wild Splash' Regional Hip-Hop Concert in Tampa, FL

H3 Enterprises, Inc.'s HipHopSodaShop Sponsors Sold Out 18,000 Seat 'Wild Splash' Regional Hip-Hop Concert in Tampa, FL

Wyclef Jean, Beenie Man, Trina, Rich Ross, Pitbull, Treal, J Holiday, Baby Bash and Grind Mode Will Headline the Star Studded Event

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- H3 Enterprises, Inc.'s President and CEO, Dr. Benjamin Chavis, announced today that H3 Enterprises and its HipHopSodaShop are the major national sponsors of the upcoming CBS radio affiliate WILD 98.7 annual "Wild Splash" concert that will be produced by LIVE NATION on March 8, 2008 at 4 pm EST in the 18,000 seat Ford Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds.

Dr. Chavis emphasized, "Every year this is a sold out event. It has national impact and Wild Splash always exemplifies the best of hip-hop with A-list performing artists. As the first publicly traded hip-hop company, H3 Inc. is pleased to sponsor this important cultural event in the city where our premiere HipHopSodaShop is making fast casual restaurant and Xbox 360 online video gaming history."

"Because of my relationship with Wyclef Jean, Beenie Man, Trina, Pitbull and Rick Ross, I want to salute these artists for always being supporters and using their artistic genius to help out efforts to raise the aspirations of the Hip-Hop generation."

For information on "Wild Splash" please visit: www.wild987.fm/pages/1521925.php

About H3 Enterprises, Inc. and the HipHopSodaShop:

H3 Enterprises, Inc. is the parent company of the HipHopSodaShop, with its corporate headquarters located at 116, John Street, New York, NY 10038. As the first publicly traded Hip-Hop company, H3 Enterprises, Inc. is dedicated to the mission of empowering young people through investment, education and economic development.

The HipHopSodaShops are a franchise restaurant operation that brings hip- hop music, sports and community involvement to every city where they open. The HipHopSodaShop comes complete with a healthy quick service menu, merchandising, a state of the art recording studio, 30 giant LCD screens, the latest Xbox 360 live video games, and a large area dedicated to competitive on-line video gaming. The HipHopSodaShop in Tampa is over 11,000 sq ft and is a modern day cultural arts center where many forms of Hip-Hop can be expressed by patrons and embraced by the community. The HipHopSodaShops carry a message of giving back to the community in the forms of empowerment, investment, employment and the arts.

Safe Harbor: Certain information included herein may contain statements that are forward looking, such as statements relating to plans for future expansion and other business development activities. Such forward-looking information is subject to changes and variations which are not reasonably predictable and which could significantly affect future results.

Source: HipHopSodaShop

CONTACT: Media, Larry Kopp of The T.A.S.C. Group, LLC, +1-646-723-4344,
Cell, +1-917-282-2357, larry@thetascgroup.com; or Investor Relations, Tania
Munro, +1-818-987-7582, both for HipHopSodaShop

Web site:

http://www.wild987.fm/pages/1521925.php

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Gray Sets Date for Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Conference Call

Gray Sets Date for Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Earnings Conference Call

ATLANTA, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE:GTN)(NYSE:and)(NYSE:GTN.A) today announced that it will release its earnings results for the fourth quarter and year ending December 31, 2007 on March 13, 2008.

Earnings Conference Call Information

Gray Television, Inc. will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and year ending operating results on March 13, 2008. The call will begin at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The live dial-in number is 1-888-211-4495 and the confirmation code is 9283465. The call will be webcast live and available for replay at www.gray.tv.

The taped replay of the conference call will be available at 1-888-203-1112 Confirmation Code: 9283465 until April 12, 2008.

Gray Television, Inc. is a television broadcast company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Gray currently operates 36 television stations serving 30 markets. Each of the stations are affiliated with either CBS (17 stations), NBC (10 stations), ABC (8 stations) or FOX (1 station). In addition, Gray currently operates 40 digital second channels including 1 ABC, 5 Fox, 8 CW and 16 MyNetworkTV affiliates plus 8 local news/weather channels and 2 "independent" channels in certain of its existing markets.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact: dottie@gray.tv

Source: Gray Television, Inc.

CONTACT: Bob Prather, President, +1-404-266-8333, or Jim Ryan, Chief
Financial Officer, +1-404-504-9828, both of Gray Television, Inc.

Web site:

http://www.gray.tv/

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Melissa Miller Appointed VP Legal Affairs for Brash Entertainment

Melissa Miller Appointed VP Legal Affairs for Brash Entertainment

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Brash Entertainment announced today that Melissa Miller has been appointed Vice President of Legal Affairs. Miller joined Brash from Fox Filmed Entertainment, where she handled legal affairs for domestic and global licensing and merchandising initiatives; working closely with major media and game companies. Prior to joining Fox, Miller practiced at Alschur Grossman Stein & Kahan, LLP where she litigated a wide range of commercial matters including disputes involving complex contracts and partnership agreements, trade secrets and intellectual property. Miller earned her JD at Boalt Hall, University of California, Berkeley and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania.

"Melissa Miller has specialized in understanding complex partnerships and licensing agreements, making her an ideal fit for our business," said Mitch Davis. "She navigates the Hollywood studio system with ease and is equally comfortable working closely with the game development community. We welcome her to the team."

About Brash Entertainment

Brash Entertainment is a video game company focused on developing compelling, high-quality games based on theatrical and entertainment properties. By collaborating closely with top creative talent from both Hollywood and the game industry, Brash delivers deeply satisfying games that extend the fictional world into the best possible entertainment experience for gamers. The company has long-term partnerships with leading Hollywood studios including Lions Gate Films, Twentieth Century Fox Licensing and Merchandising, Universal Studios Licensing, Vanguard Animation, and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Currently, Brash has more than 40 licenses and 12 games in production across all genres including kids, horror, action, and adventure games. Launched with significant investment from a group of investors lead by Abry Partners LLC, Brash is committed to opening creative avenues for filmmakers and game developers, and providing gamers with exciting new ways to engage with the stories, characters, and drama of their favorite movies and entertainment properties.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Source: Brash Entertainment

CONTACT: Charlene Fitzgibbon of SutherlandGold PR, +1-310-403-5589,
charlene@sutherlandgold.com, for Brash Entertainment

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Blake Lewis to Debut New Single 'How Many Words' on American Idol on March 6th

Blake Lewis to Debut New Single 'How Many Words' on American Idol on March 6th

"HOW MANY WORDS" IMPACTS AT RADIO ON MARCH 11TH

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Blake Lewis, the popular finalist on the sixth season of "American Idol," will debut his new single "How Many Words" live on American Idol on March 6th 2008. The single will impact at radio the following week on Tuesday, March 11th, 2008.

"How Many Words," a fan favorite off of Lewis' debut album Audio Day Dream, was co-written by Lewis, Sam Hollander and Dave Katz and produced by S*A*M & Sluggo (Gym Class Heroes, Boys Against Girls).

The 26-year-old singer was born in Redmond, Washington. He started singing at age five and competed in statewide talent contests while in high school. He became a beat-boxer at 17, inspired by the then Seattle-based a cappella group M-Pact. Lewis was a member of the Pacific Northwest a cappella group Kickshaw for four years.

Source: Arista Records

CONTACT: Roger Widynowski of 19 Entertainment, +1-310-461-1788,
RogerW@19entertainment.com; or Jamie Abzug of RCA Music Group,
+1-646-840-5678, Jamie.Abzug@sonybmg.com, or Liz Morentin RCA Music Group,
+1-310-449-2636, Liz.Morentin@sonybmg.com, all for Arista Records

Web site:

http://www.jrecords.com/

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Texas Ballet Theater Selected for Historic Performance at China Shanghai International Arts Festival

Texas Ballet Theater Selected for Historic Performance at China Shanghai International Arts Festival

Trip made possible due to support from American Airlines, DFW International Airport and Visit DFW Campaign

DALLAS and FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Ballet Theater, the preeminent professional ballet company of Dallas and Fort Worth, announced today that it has accepted an invitation to attend the China Shanghai International Arts Festival, one of the world's most prestigious cultural events. North Texas' premier ballet company will head to China from DFW on October 23, due to the generosity and collaborative efforts of American Airlines, DFW International Airport and the Visit DFW Campaign.

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Texas Ballet Theater is the first North Texas arts group ever invited to perform and it is also the first performing arts organization from the United States to confirm participation in the 2008 festival. The company's first Chinese performance, the full-length production Cleopatra, will be danced in Shanghai before a television audience of more than 500 million people.

The historic announcement was made by Ben Stevenson, O.B.E., artistic director of Texas Ballet Theater, during a joint press conference held today with American Airlines, DFW International Airport and the Visit DFW Campaign in the state-of-the-art International Terminal D. Following a special performance by 19 members of Texas Ballet Theater's company, remarks were made by Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert, Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief, as well as Marilyn DeVoe, vice president of American Airlines' DFW Hub and Jeff Fegan, CEO of DFW International Airport.

The timing of the China tour is significant because in December 2007, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on tourism between China and the U.S. took place, opening the door to leisure travelers from China for the first time. Texas Ballet Theater's participation in the festival supports the continued efforts by American Airlines and the Airport's Visit DFW Campaign to raise the visibility of North Texas in China. It also helps them to open another direct portal to China, in addition to American's parallel route to Beijing.

"As the Ballet company of Dallas and Fort Worth, we are most grateful to American Airlines, DFW International Airport and the Visit DFW Campaign for sponsoring our China tour, giving us the opportunity to represent the U.S. and North Texas at this world renowned festival," said Ben Stevenson, O.B.E., artistic director of Texas Ballet Theater. "American Airlines has provided significant support to our company for many years, and we are delighted they will be flying out of DFW's International Terminal D. We also hope our presence at the festival helps both American Airlines and DFW Airport in their efforts to reach new visitors from China to the U.S."

"Once again, Fort Worth and Dallas come together to make our region stronger, to make all of us stronger," said Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief. "We meet here in the middle at our great Airport to congratulate the ballet and also to recognize the importance of China to our international business and cultural future. We will build new relationships and an entire new world audience will see what our great cities have to offer."

"The Texas Ballet Theater is going to give our region, our civic leaders, our business leaders and our Airport another fantastic opportunity to build meaningful relationships that will bring our two countries closer," said Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert. "We are all fully committed to making Dallas and Fort Worth truly international in all aspects of business and culture. This is another great stride forward."

The festival, which is hosted by the Ministry of Culture and organized by Shanghai Municipal People's Government, will be held October 18-November 18, 2008. The event is attended by dignitaries of all branches. In 2007, the month-long showcase of international arts and culture featured 60 live performances of Western Ballet and Chinese dance, classical and pop music, opera and theatrical productions. Texas Ballet Theater joins a prestigious list of many of the world's premier names in the performing arts that have presented at the festival, including American Ballet Theater, New York City Ballet, the Paris Opera Ballet, the Berlin Philharmonic, the Kirov Ballet, James Galway, Andrea Bocelli, Yo-Yo Ma, and others. In addition to the company's performance in Shanghai, the Ballet also will dance in Beijing and Guangzhou.

"As a company devoted to promoting the arts in the communities we serve, American Airlines is proud to send Texas Ballet Theater to share our home town culture with China -- a nation where we are committed to growing our business," said Marilyn DeVoe, vice president of AA's DFW Hub.

"It is most appropriate as DFW celebrates the 'Year of the International Traveler' and continues to expand air service around the world that the ballet's trip will begin right here at our great Airport," said Jeff Fegan, CEO of DFW International Airport. "Our Airport and our region is in the midst of aggressive outreach for more global trade and tourism to North Texas -- especially in China. We are proud to support our local world-class talent as they take the world stage."

Festival organizers issued an invitation to Texas Ballet Theater in recognition of the company's artistic excellence and China's long-standing ties with the Ballet's artistic director, Ben Stevenson, O.B.E. Mr. Stevenson first traveled to China on behalf of the United States government as part of the first cultural delegation to visit the country after President Nixon's historic visit in 1972, and has returned almost every year since to teach at the Beijing Dance Academy. He is the only foreigner to have been made Honorary Faculty Member of the Beijing Dance Academy and the Shenyang Conservatory of Music, and it was under his direction that the Houston Ballet performed at the festival in 1995.

In addition, Mr. Stevenson took two Texas Ballet Theater company dancers, Andre Silva and Lonnie Weeks, to China in August 2007 for the Shanghai International Ballet Competition. They brought home the silver and bronze medals in their respective age categories and both will return to China to dance with the company in the festival.

Special Thanks

Texas Ballet Theater's trip to the 2008 China Shanghai International Arts Festival is supported by these generous sponsors including American Airlines, DFW International Airport; the Visit DFW Campaign; Henry Winston, Dianne and Don Patterson of Dallas, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway, Erle Nye of Dallas and the Texas Commission on the Arts.

About Texas Ballet Theater

Founded in 1961, Texas Ballet Theater is the premier resident professional ballet company of North Texas. Under the direction of artistic director Ben Stevenson, O.B.E., the ballet brings unprecedented talent, beauty and artistic expression to the stages of Fort Worth's Bass Performance Hall, Dallas' Music Hall at Fair Park and the historic Majestic Theatre in downtown Dallas. Texas Ballet Theater will become the resident ballet company for the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at the Dallas Center for the Performing Arts when it opens in 2009. Season sponsors include Star-Telegram, American Airlines, Steinway Hall of Fort Worth, The Dallas Morning News, Arts Council of Fort Worth and Tarrant County, TACA and Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs. For more information, go to texasballettheater.org.

About American Airlines

American Airlines is the world's largest airline. American, American Eagle and the AmericanConnection(R) airlines serve 250 cities in over 40 countries with more than 4,000 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 1,000 aircraft. American's award-winning Web site, AA.com, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld(R) Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own. Together, its members serve nearly 700 destinations in over 140 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. American Airlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com and AAdvantage are registered trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE:AMR).

About DFW International Airport

Located halfway between the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, DFW International Airport is the world's third busiest, offering nearly 1,900 flights per day and serving 60 million passengers a year. Ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Large Airports" in North America by J.D. Power and Associates, and named "Best Airport for Customer Service in North America" by an Airports Council International survey of passengers in 2006 and 2007, DFW International Airport provides non-stop service to 136 domestic and 40 international destinations worldwide. For the latest news, real-time flight information, parking availability or further details regarding the many services provided at DFW International Airport, log on to http://www.dfwairport.com/.

For J.D. Power and Associates Award information, visit http://www.jdpower.com/.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Texas Ballet Theater; DFW International Airport

CONTACT: John Toohey of Texas Ballet Theater, 1-877-828-9200, ext. 122,
jtoohey@texasballettheater.org

Web site:

http://www.dfwairport.com/
http://www.texasballettheater.org/

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SIRIUS Satellite Radio Announces Comprehensive Coverage of 2008 Papal Visit

SIRIUS Satellite Radio Announces Comprehensive Coverage of 2008 Papal Visit

The Catholic Channel to provide 24-hour coverage of the first U.S. visit of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI, with exclusive live shows hosted by Cardinal Egan and others

SIRIUS will devote multiple channels to the Papal Visit, presenting live event coverage and broadcasts, plus historic recordings

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:SIRI) announced today that it will offer listeners nationwide unprecedented access when His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI embarks on his first pastoral visit to the United States from April 15-20, 2008.

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SIRIUS' The Catholic Channel (channel 159) will be the flagship for coverage of the first visit to the U.S. by a Pope since 1999, providing hourly updates with the latest news and information on the Pope's activities during his visit, live coverage of all the major events, and more. SIRIUS, in addition to The Catholic Channel coverage, will dedicate multiple channels to the Pope's visit, to provide listeners with simultaneous access to Papal events, commentary, and rare archival recordings of Masses and speeches from historic Papal visits -- which will include, among others, Pope John Paul II's 1995 address to the United Nations General Assembly.

The Catholic Channel, an exclusive collaboration between SIRIUS and the Archdiocese of New York, will offer the most comprehensive coverage available as Pope Benedict journeys to Washington, D.C. and New York City. The Catholic Channel airs 24 hours a day, all year long exclusively on SIRIUS channel 159 and will carry all major Papal events and speeches live, including the Masses from Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., Yankee Stadium and St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York, the Youth Rally at St. Joseph's Seminary in Yonkers, NY, and Pope Benedict's visits to the United Nations and Ground Zero. In addition to broadcasting the events, hosts from The Catholic Channel will broadcast live, on-site at every public event with pre and post-event coverage, expert guests and the perspective from the people that will gather from all over the world to witness the Pope's visit.

The Catholic Channel's exclusive daily programming lineup-which features shows hosted by His Eminence Edward Cardinal Egan, Archbishop of New York, Dave and Susan Konig, Fr. Dave Dwyer, Gus Lloyd, Fr. Paul Keenan, Bob Dunning, "The Catholic Guy" Lino Rulli, and others-will present daily news and commentary on the Papal Visit and offer a forum for people throughout the U.S. to call in and discuss this historic event.

"The Catholic Channel will be the radio home for the visit of our Holy Father," said Cardinal Egan. "Our listeners will hear everything related to the Papal Visit, plus the insights and commentary of our on-air hosts. We'll have complete coverage and exclusive features, all on The Catholic Channel."

"Together with the Archdiocese, SIRIUS will cover this historic event in an unprecedented manner, giving SIRIUS listeners around the country access to Pope Benedict on every step of his journey," said Scott Greenstein, SIRIUS President, Entertainment and Sports. "The unique coverage and commentary from The Catholic Channel's diverse on-air team will provide a one-of a-kind listening experience for people from all generations, religious affiliations and walks of life."

The Catholic Channel launched in December 2006 and airs nationally 7 days a week/24 hours a day exclusively on SIRIUS. The lifestyle radio channel features contemporary daily talk shows focused on Catholicism in the 21st century, live daily Mass from Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York, plus Notre Dame football and basketball games. Listeners can call in to talk about the issues that are on their minds and in the news -- everything from what's happening in the Church today, to the headline stories of current events, and the latest in the world of entertainment, the arts and sports.

For information, log on to www.sirius.com/thecatholicchannel.

About SIRIUS

SIRIUS, "The Best Radio on Radio," delivers more than 130 channels of the best programming in all of radio. SIRIUS is the original and only home of 100% commercial free music channels in satellite radio, offering 69 music channels. SIRIUS also delivers 65 channels of sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic, weather and data. SIRIUS is the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL, NASCAR, NBA, and broadcasts live play-by-play games of the NFL, NBA, as well as live NASCAR races. All SIRIUS programming is available for a monthly subscription fee of only $12.95.

SIRIUS Internet Radio (SIR) is an Internet-only version of the SIRIUS radio service, without the use of a radio, for the monthly subscription fee of $12.95. SIR delivers more than 80 channels of talk, entertainment, sports, and 100% commercial free music.

SIRIUS Backseat TV (TM) is the first ever live in-vehicle rear seat entertainment featuring three channels of children's programming, including Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network, for the subscription fee of $6.99 plus applicable audio subscription fee.

SIRIUS products for the car, truck, home, RV and boat are available at shop.sirius.com and in more than 20,000 retail locations, including Best Buy, Circuit City, Crutchfield, Target, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club and RadioShack.

As of December 31, 2007, SIRIUS radios were available as a factory and dealer-installed option in 116 vehicle models and as a dealer only-installed option in 37 vehicle models.

SIRIUS has agreements with Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lincoln, Maybach, Mazda, Mercedes- Benz, Mercury, MINI, Mitsubishi, Rolls-Royce, Volvo, and Volkswagen to offer SIRIUS radios as factory or dealer-installed equipment in their vehicles. SIRIUS has relationships with Toyota and Scion to offer SIRIUS radios as dealer-installed equipment, and a relationship with Subaru to offer SIRIUS radios as factory or dealer-installed equipment. SIRIUS radios are also offered to renters of Hertz vehicles at airport locations nationwide.

Click on www.sirius.com to listen to SIRIUS live, or to purchase a SIRIUS radio and subscription.

Any statements that express, or involve discussions as to, expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance with respect to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. are not historical facts and may be forward-looking and, accordingly, such statements involve estimates, assumptions and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Accordingly, any such statements are qualified in their entirety by reference to the factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Among the significant factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed are: our pending merger with XM Satellite Radio Holdings, Inc. ("XM"), including related uncertainties and risks and the impact on our business if the merger is not completed; any events which affect the useful life of our satellites; our dependence upon third parties, including manufacturers of SIRIUS radios, retailers, automakers and programming providers; and our competitive position versus other audio entertainment providers.

P-SIRI

MEDIA CONTACT:
Andrew FitzPatrick
SIRIUS
212 901 6693
afitzpatrick@siriusradio.com

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact: afitzpatrick@siriusradio.com

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Source: SIRIUS Satellite Radio

CONTACT: Andrew FitzPatrick of SIRIUS, +1-212-901-6693,
afitzpatrick@siriusradio.com

Web site:

http://www.sirius.com/
http://www.sirius.com/thecatholicchannel

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SIRIUS and XM Extend Merger Agreement

SIRIUS and XM Extend Merger Agreement

WASHINGTON and NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- XM Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:XMSR) and SIRIUS Satellite Radio (NASDAQ:SIRI) today announced that the companies have agreed not to exercise their rights to terminate the Merger Agreement until May 1, 2008.

The closing of the pending merger remains subject to satisfaction of all applicable conditions, including approval from the Department of Justice and the Federal Communications Commission. For more information on the SIRIUS-XM merger, please visit www.XMmerger.com or www.SIRIUSmerger.com.

About SIRIUS

SIRIUS, "The Best Radio on Radio," delivers more than 130 channels of the best programming in all of radio. SIRIUS is the original and only home of 100% commercial free music channels in satellite radio, offering 69 music channels. SIRIUS also delivers 65 channels of sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic, weather and data. SIRIUS is the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL, NASCAR, NBA, and broadcasts live play-by-play games of the NFL, NBA, as well as live NASCAR races. All SIRIUS programming is available for a monthly subscription fee of only $12.95.

SIRIUS Internet Radio (SIR) is an Internet-only version of the SIRIUS radio service, without the use of a radio, for the monthly subscription fee of $12.95. SIR delivers more than 80 channels of talk, entertainment, sports, and 100% commercial free music.

SIRIUS Backseat TV (TM) is the first ever live in-vehicle rear seat entertainment featuring three channels of children's programming, including Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network, for the subscription fee of $6.99 plus applicable audio subscription fee.

SIRIUS products for the car, truck, home, RV and boat are available at shop.sirius.com and in more than 20,000 retail locations, including Best Buy, Circuit City, Crutchfield, Target, Wal-Mart, Sam's Club and RadioShack.

As of December 31, 2007, SIRIUS radios were available as a factory and dealer-installed option in 116 vehicle models and as a dealer only-installed option in 37 vehicle models.

SIRIUS has agreements with Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lincoln, Maybach, Mazda, Mercedes- Benz, Mercury, MINI, Mitsubishi, Rolls-Royce, Volvo, and Volkswagen to offer SIRIUS radios as factory or dealer-installed equipment in their vehicles. SIRIUS has relationships with Toyota and Scion to offer SIRIUS radios as dealer-installed equipment, and a relationship with Subaru to offer SIRIUS radios as factory or dealer-installed equipment. SIRIUS radios are also offered to renters of Hertz vehicles at airport locations nationwide.

Click on www.sirius.com to listen to SIRIUS live, or to purchase a SIRIUS radio and subscription.

About XM

XM (NASDAQ:XMSR) is America's number one satellite radio company with more than 9 million subscribers. Broadcasting live daily from studios in Washington, DC, New York City, Chicago, Nashville, Toronto and Montreal, XM's 2008 lineup includes more than 170 digital channels of choice from coast to coast: commercial-free music, premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children's and entertainment programming; and the most advanced traffic and weather information.

XM, the leader in satellite-delivered entertainment and data services for the automobile market through partnerships with General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Porsche, Subaru, Suzuki and Toyota is available in 140 different vehicle models for 2008. XM's industry-leading products are available at consumer electronics retailers nationwide. XM programming is also available through XM Radio Online; as downloads of original XM shows via podcasts from XM's Web site or the Apple's iTunes Store; and as streams of commercial-free XM music channels to AT&T and Alltel wireless customers through XM Radio Mobile. For more information about XM hardware, programming and partnerships, please visit http://www.xmradio.com/.

This communication contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about the benefits of the business combination transaction involving Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. and XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc., including potential synergies and cost savings and the timing thereof, future financial and operating results, the combined company's plans, objectives, expectations and intentions with respect to future operations, products and services; and other statements identified by words such as "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "will," "should," "may," or words of similar meaning. Such forward- looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of SIRIUS' and XM's management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond the control of SIRIUS and XM. Actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements.

The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statement: general business and economic conditions; the performance of financial markets and interest rates; the ability to obtain governmental approvals of the transaction on a timely basis; the failure to realize synergies and cost-savings from the transaction or delay in realization thereof; the businesses of SIRIUS and XM may not be combined successfully, or such combination may take longer, be more difficult, time- consuming or costly to accomplish than expected; and operating costs and business disruption following the merger, including adverse effects on employee retention and on our business relationships with third parties, including manufacturers of radios, retailers, automakers and programming providers. Additional factors that could cause SIRIUS' and XM's results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in SIRIUS' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006, and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended March 31, 2007, June 30, 2007 and September 30, 2007 and XM's Annual Report on Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007, which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov/). The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and SIRIUS and XM disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.

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SIRIUS
Media Relations
Patrick Reilly
212-901-6646
PReilly@siriusradio.com

Kelly Sullivan
Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher
212-355-4449
ksullivan@joelefrank.com

XM
Media Relations
Nathaniel Brown
212-708-6170
Nathaniel.Brown@xmradio.com

Chance Patterson
202-380-4318
Chance.Patterson@xmradio.com

First Call Analyst: Patrick Reilly
FCMN Contact: gross@joelefrank.com

Source: XM and SIRIUS

CONTACT: Media Relations, Patrick Reilly of SIRIUS, +1-212-901-6646,
PReilly@siriusradio.com; or Kelly Sullivan, of Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer
Katcher, +1-212-355-4449, ksullivan@joelefrank.com, for SIRIUS; or Media
Relations, Nathaniel Brown, +1-212-708-6170, Nathaniel.Brown@xmradio.com, or
Chance Patterson, +1-202-380-4318, Chance.Patterson@xmradio.com, both of XM

Web site:

http://www.xmradio.com/
http://www.sirius.com/
http://www.xmmerger.com/
http://www.siriusmerger.com/

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Linktone Raises 4Q Revenue Guidance

Linktone Raises 4Q Revenue Guidance

Company To Announce Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year End 2007 Financial Results

On March 27, 2008

SHANGHAI, China, Feb. 29 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Linktone Ltd. (NASDAQ:LTON), a leading provider of wireless interactive entertainment products and services to consumers in China, today announced that it will increase its fourth quarter revenue outlook due to stronger-than-expected wireless content sales. Linktone now expects revenue to be between $15.5 million and $16 million for the quarter, compared with earlier guidance of $13.5 million to $14.5 million.

Linktone also announced that it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ending December 31, 2007 after the U.S. equities markets close on Thursday, March 27, 2008.

Linktone will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter 2007 and fiscal year end 2007 financial results at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time on March 27, 2008 (4:00 p.m. Pacific Time on March 27, 2007 and 8:00 a.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time on March 28, 2008). The dial-in number for the call is 800-240-2430 for U.S. callers and 303-262-2054 for international callers. Chief Executive Officer Michael Li and Deputy Chief Financial Officer HimTiem Foo will be on the call to discuss the quarterly results and highlights and to answer questions from participants. A replay of the call will be available through April 16, 2008. To access the replay, U.S. callers should dial 800-405-2236 and enter passcode 11109898#; international callers should dial 303-590-3000 and enter the same passcode.

Additionally, a live webcast of this call will be available on the Linktone web site at http://english.linktone.com/aboutus/index.html . An archived replay of the call will be available for 90 days.

About Linktone Ltd.

Linktone Ltd. is one of the leading providers of wireless interactive entertainment services to consumers and advertising services to enterprises in China. Linktone provides a diverse portfolio of services to wireless consumers and corporate customers, with a particular focus on media, entertainment and communications. These services are promoted through the Company's and our partners cross-media platform, which merges traditional and new media marketing channels, and through the networks of the mobile operators in China. Through in-house development and alliances with international and local branded content partners, the Company develops, aggregates, and distributes innovative and engaging products to maximize the breadth, quality and diversity of its offerings.

Forward Looking Statements

This announcement contains statements of a forward-looking nature based on the current expectations of Linktone Ltd. with respect to future events and are made only as of the date of publication. These forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "intends," "expects," "will," "believes" and similar expressions and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include: the risk that Linktone will not be able to locate and retain suitable people for its board of directors and middle and senior management; current or future changes in the policies of the PRC Ministry of Information Industry and the mobile operators in China or in the manner in which the operators enforce such policies; the risk that other changes in Chinese laws and regulations, or in application thereof by other relevant PRC governmental authorities, could adversely affect Linktone's financial condition and results of operations; the risk that Linktone will not be able to compete effectively in the wireless value-added services market in China for whatever reason, including competition from other service providers or penalties or suspensions for violations of the policies of the mobile operators in China; the risk that Linktone will not be able to develop and effectively market innovative services; and the risk that Linktone will not be able to effectively control its operating expenses in future periods or make expenditures that effectively differentiate Linktone's services and brand. For additional information on factors that could cause Linktone's actual results to differ from expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements, please see Linktone's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its registration statement on Form F-1 and annual report on Form 20-F. Except as required under applicable law, Linktone expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement included in this document to reflect any changes in expectations with regard thereto or any changes in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any statement is based.

For more information, please contact:

Investor Relations
Edward Liu
Linktone Ltd.
Tel: +86-21-6361-1583
Email: edward.liu@linktone.com

Brandi Piacente
The Piacente Group, Inc.
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: brandi@thepiacentegroup.com

Source: Linktone Ltd.

CONTACT: Investor Relations: Edward Liu of Linktone Ltd. at
+86-21-6361-1583 or edward.liu@linktone.com; or Brandi Piacente of The
Piacente Group, Inc. at +1-212-481-2050 or brandi@thepiacentegroup.com

Web site:

http://www.linktone.com/

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Grupo Clarin S.A. To Host Conference Call and Webcast Presentation to Discuss Its Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2007 Results

Grupo Clarin S.A. To Host Conference Call and Webcast Presentation to Discuss Its Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2007 Results

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Grupo Clarin S.A. will host a conference call and webcast presentation on Monday, March 10, 2008 at 1:30pm Eastern Time (3:30pm Buenos Aires Time) to discuss its results for the fourth quarter and full year periods ended December 31, 2007.

Presentations by Alejandro Urricelqui, Chief Financial Officer, and Alfredo Marin, Investor Relations Officer, will be in English, based on the earnings release, which will be distributed on March 10, 2008 at 7:00am Eastern Time (9:00 am Buenos Aires Time).

Those interested in connecting via conference call are invited to please dial 1 (800) 351 6807 toll-free from the U.S., 0 800 333 0050 toll-free from Argentina, 44 (800) 092 3582 toll-free from the U.K. or +1 (334) 323 7224 from elsewhere 5-10 minutes prior to the start time. The Conference ID is #43445.

The webcast presentation will be available at http://www.grupoclarin.com.ar/ir

There will be a 48-hour replay available starting one hour after the conclusion of the conference call. To access the replay, please dial +1 (877) 919 4059 toll-free from the U.S., or +1 (334) 323 7226 from anywhere outside the U.S. The replay passcode is: 91814872. The webcast presentation will be archived at http://www.grupoclarin.com.ar/ir

About the Company

Grupo Clarin is the largest and most prominent media company in Argentina and the market leader in the cable television and Internet access, printing and publishing, and broadcasting and programming segments. Its cable television network is the largest in Latin America, with the largest broadband subscriber base in Argentina. Its flagship newspaper -- Diario Clarin -- is the highest circulation newspaper in Latin America and the second-highest circulation Spanish-language newspaper in the world. Grupo Clarin is the largest producer of media content in Argentina, including news, sports and entertainment and reaches substantially all segments of the Argentine population in terms of wealth, geography and age.

Investor Relations Contacts
In Buenos Aires:
Alfredo Marin/M. Julia Diaz Ardaya
Grupo Clarin
Email: investors@grupoclarin.com

In London:
Alex Money/Lorna Ellen
Temple Bar Advisory
Tel: +44 20 7002 1080
E-mail: clarin@templebaradvisory.com

In New York:
Melanie Carpenter / Peter Majeski
I-advize Corporate Communications
Tel: +1 212 406 3692
Email: clarin@i-advize.com

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Source: Grupo Clarin S.A.

CONTACT: Investor Relations, Buenos Aires, Alfredo Marin or M. Julia
Diaz Ardaya, both of Grupo Clarin, investors@grupoclarin.com; or London, Alex
Money or Lorna Ellen, both of Temple Bar Advisory, +011-44-20-7002-1080,
clarin@templebaradvisory.com; or New York, Melanie Carpenter or Peter Majeski,
both of I-advize Corporate Communications, +1-212-406-3692,
clarin@i-advize.com

Web site:

http://www.grupoclarin.com/

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The Nielsen Company's Recap of the 2008 Academy Awards

The Nielsen Company's Recap of the 2008 Academy Awards

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- The Nielsen Company today released an analysis of viewing and advertising trends from the 80th Academy Awards. The highlights include:

-- ADVERTISING: J.C. Penney's American Living Home Furnishings
advertisement at 10:14 p.m. was the highest rated commercial minute of
the show. In all, 43 national advertisements aired this year, with
L'Oreal and Coca-Cola tied as the top advertisers.
-- TELEVISION: This year's Oscars telecast on the ABC Network attracted 32
million U.S. viewers. Among the ten largest local markets, the highest
ratings were in New York and the lowest were in Houston.
-- DVR: Of the 32 million total viewers, 2 million people chose to watch
the Oscars later the same evening via digital video recorders.
-- ONLINE: Oscars buzz in the blogosphere and traffic to Oscars-related
Web sites shot up immediately after the February 24 awards telecast.

Advertising Trends

Nielsen Monitor-Plus, Nielsen's advertising intelligence service, analyzed advertising for the 2008 Academy Awards telecast and found that the total number of commercial minutes fell from 24 minutes in 2007 to 23 minutes during this year's show. In all, 43 national advertisements aired this year, continuing a trend of fewer commercials.

Top-Rated Commercials

The J.C. Penney American Living Home Furnishings advertisement that ran at 10:14 p.m. was the most watched commercial during this year's Academy Awards (See Table 1). It had a rating of 11.3, which includes the show's live audience and viewing that was recorded and played back on digital video recorders (DVRs) during the same evening.

Table 1: Top-Rated Commercials
Viewers 2+, Live Plus Same Day
Commercial
Minute
Rating
Rank Parent / Brand Description Air Time (SD)*

J.C. Penney Co. Inc. / Couples /
American Living Home Ballerinas /
1 Furnishings Farm / Family 10:14 PM 11.3

J.C. Penney Co. Inc. / Road / People /
2 American Living Apparel Couple / Guitar 9:40 PM 10.8

L'Oreal SA /
Superior Preference
3 Hair Color Woman in Dress 10:38 PM 10.8

Coca-Cola Co. / Coke can / Heart
4 MyCokeRewards.com / Dress 9:42 PM 10.6

Vehicle / Woman
General Motors Corp. / reads book /
5 Acadia Trucks House 9:41 PM 10.6

Jet / Roof tops
General Motors Corp. / / City / Vehicle
6 Acadia Trucks driven 11:05 PM 10.6

Man opens mouth
Johnson & Johnson / / Product used /
7 Listerine Mouthwash Woman 11:05 PM 10.6

Man with dog /
Barbershop /
8 Mars Inc. / M&Ms Candy Picture 9:42 PM 10.6

General Motors Corp. /
Cadillac Escalade Woman driving
9 Trucks truck / Escalade 11:36 PM 10.4

L'Oreal SA /
Dermo-Expertise Woman applies
Moisturizer-Facial Skin product /
10 Genesis Droplet 9:02 PM 10.4

Source: Nielsen Media Research
*Methodology: If a commercial had the majority of its duration in
minute N, we applied the minute N rating to that commercial

Top Advertisers

L'Oreal and Coca-Cola, which ranked among last year's leading Oscars advertisers, were the top advertisers for the 2008 telecast, with 31/2 minutes of commercial time each. General Motors, the number one advertiser for the 2006 and 2007 show, slipped to third place this year-where it tied with J.C. Penney (See Table 2). In the past three Academy Awards broadcasts, these four companies have claimed the top advertising slots.

Table 2: 2008 Top Advertisers
Commercial Time Number of
Advertiser (Seconds) Spots
L'Oreal 8
Coca-Cola Company 210 8

General Motors Corp. 180 5
J.C. Penney 5
Source: Nielsen Monitor-Plus

Beyond the top four, McDonald's, which aired two 30-second spots this year, and American Express, which aired two 60-second spots, hold the distinction of being the only two companies that have advertised during the last 15 Academy Awards telecasts.

Commercial Minutes

Over the past five years, the number of commercial minutes in the Academy Award telecast reached a high of 271/2 minutes in 2005 (See Table 3). Since then, commercial time has declined sharply, shrinking to just 24 minutes in 2007. This year marked a new low: just 23 minutes of commercials.

Table 3: Commercial Minutes
Commercial Duration
Year (Minutes:Seconds)
2008 23:00
2007 24:00
2006 24:30
2005 27:30
2004 27:00
Source: Nielsen Monitor-Plus

Promotional Announcements

ABC aired nine promotional announcements, spanning 3 minutes and 50 seconds, during this year's telecast. All but two of the promos were for primetime programs, including Eli Stone, Oprah's Big Give, and Dancing with the Stars.

Viewing the Commercials

To view full-motion commercials, storyboards and ratings from Academy Awards telecasts, visit Nielsen's Monitor-Plus website at https://www.nielsenmedia.com/monitorplus/specialevents.

Television Viewership

This year, 30 million Americans watched the Academy Awards live on the ABC Network, while an additional 2 million people viewed the telecast later in the same evening on DVR, Nielsen Media Research reports (See Table 4). The telecast averaged an 18.7 household rating.

Table 4: Television Ratings for
Academy Awards Telecasts
Academy Average Viewers on
Award Year ABC Network
2008 32 million
2007 40 million
2006 39 million
2005 42 million
2004 43 million
2003 33 million
2002 41 million
2001 43 million
Source: Nielsen Media Research

In the ten largest local U.S. markets, 8.2 million households tuned in to watch the Oscars. Among these, New York received the highest overall local rating this year (29.7), while Houston received the lowest (16.3). See Table 5 for more details.

Table 5: Top 10 Local Market
Ratings for 2008 Academy Awards
Telecast
Market Average
Rank Household
Local Market (size) Rating
New York 1 29.7
Chicago 3 28.5
San Francisco-Oak-San Jose 6 27.2
Los Angeles 2 25.8
Washington, DC 9 23.2
Philadelphia 4 23.1
Boston 7 22.2
Dallas-Ft. Worth 5 18.6
Atlanta 8 17.5
Houston 10 16.3
Source: Nielsen Media Research

Viewer Demographics

People in upper to upper-middle income brackets are almost twice as likely to watch the Oscars telecast, according to Claritas, Nielsen's marketing research unit. Of this group, a majority are women at least 35 years old, college educated, and living in the New England, Mid-Atlantic, or Pacific regions of the U.S., Spectra, Nielsen's lifestyle measurement service reports.

Although detailed demographic information about 2008 Academy Awards viewers is not yet available, data from Nielsen Media Research indicates that white viewers accounted for 86% of the 32 million people who tuned in for the show, while Hispanic and African-American viewers each accounted for approximately 7% of the total audience.

Online Usage

After the Academy Awards, fans flocked online to check out celebrities' red carpet fashions and review who had won Hollywood's biggest prizes. According to Nielsen Online, traffic to Yahoo's Oscars Web site, oscars.movies.yahoo.com, increased 201% the day after the telecast, from 751,000 unique visitors on the day of the Oscars to 2.3 million unique visitors on the following day, Monday, February 25.

Overall, however, Web traffic to Oscar-related sites on the day after the event declined collectively by 26% this year -- from 3.3 million unique visitors on post-Oscars Monday in 2007 to 2.4 million unique visitors on the same day in 2008.

Blogosphere Buzz

Nielsen Online monitored content on approximately 70 million blogs before, during, and after the Academy Awards. Immediately following the Academy Awards telecast on February 24, online conversations about the event shot up 500% above the last spike in Oscars-related blogging that occurred on January 22, when the award nominations were announced. Blog discussions following Sunday's awards telecast focused on post-show reactions, including thoughts on the night's winners and losers, as well as host Jon Stewart's performance.

Consumer Buzz

Nearly 600 members of The Nielsen Company's online, consumer-driven opinion network, Hey! Nielsen (www.heynielsen.com), took a stab at predicting this year's Oscar winners. Their votes were mostly on target: they accurately predicted the winners in the Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Director categories (See Table 6). But like most of the country and many Hollywood pundits, they were surprised by Marion Cotillard's win in the Best Actress category and Tilda Swinton's Best Supporting Actress victory.

Table 6: Hey! Nielsen Academy Award Winner Predictions
Hey! Nielsen % of Hey!
Predicted Nielsen
Category Winner Votes* Actual Winner

No Country No Country for
Best Picture for Old Men 38 % Old Men

Daniel Day
Lewis (There Daniel Day Lewis
Will Be (There Will Be
Best Actor Blood) 49 % Blood)

Best Javier Bardem Javier Bardem (No
Supporting (No Country Country for Old
Actor for Old Men) 4 % Men)

Ellen Page Marion Cotillard
Best Actress (Juno) 32 % (La Vie en Rose)

Cate
Best Blanchett Tilda Swinton
Supporting (I'm Not There) 26 % (Michael Clayton)
Actress Ruby Dee
(American
Gangster) 26 %

Joel Coen and Joel Coen and
Ethan Coen Ethan Coen (No
(No Country Country for Old
Best Director for Old Men) 46 % Men)

Best Animated
Film Ratatouille 81 % Ratatouille

Best Sicko 37 % Taxi to the Dark
Documentary Documentary Side
Source: Hey! Nielsen
*Includes data collected from Feb. 5 - Feb. 24, 2008

About The Nielsen Company

The Nielsen Company is a global information and media company with leading market positions in marketing information (ACNielsen), media information (Nielsen Media Research), online intelligence (NetRatings and BuzzMetrics), trade shows and business publications (Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Adweek). The privately held company is active in more that 100 countries, with headquarters in Haarlem, the Netherlands, and New York, USA. For more information, please visit, www.nielsen.com.

Source: The Nielsen Company

CONTACT: Suzy Bausch, +1-408-941-2965, or Sandra Parrelli,
+1-646-654-7772, both of Nielsen Online; Jamillah Wright of Nielsen Monitor-
Plus, +1-646-654-8357; Anne Saini of Nielsen Media Research, +1-646-654-8691,
Karen Gyimesi of Hey! Nielsen, +1-646-654-8631

Web site:

http://www.nielsenmedia.com/
https://www.nielsen.com/
https://www.heynielsen.com/
https://www.nielsenmedia.com/monitorplus/specialevents

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Bif Bang Pow! Signs Licensing Deal With SHOWTIME(R)

Bif Bang Pow! Signs Licensing Deal With SHOWTIME(R)

Will Produce Dexter(TM) Collectibles

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Showtime Networks Inc. has announced that it has awarded a licensing contract for their critically acclaimed original drama, Dexter, to manufacturer Bif Bang Pow!

The series follows Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall), an incredibly likeable forensics expert for the Miami Metro Police Department, who moonlights as a serial killer with a penchant for inflicting his own unusual brand of justice -- he kills people who truly deserve it.

The network, working with its licensing agency, 360ep, has signed with Bif Bang Pow! to manufacture and distribute bobble heads and other figures for Dexter. "I'm an ardent SHOWTIME enthusiast and a huge fan of Dexter since its beginning in Season 1. Dexter falls right in line with what Bif Bang Pow! is trying to achieve," said Jason Lenzi, CEO of Bif Bang Pow! "Dexter is a smart, hip series that always keeps you glued to the edge of your seat. It's an exciting show and we plan to create equally exciting collectibles to complement it."

Bif Bang Pow! will produce a variety of Dexter collectibles, starting with bobble heads and action figures. The first items to come available should reach market this fall. Watch for future announcements regarding these winning new releases.

About Showtime Networks

Showtime Networks Inc. (SNI), a wholly owned subsidiary of CBS Corporation, owns and operates the premium television networks SHOWTIME(R), THE MOVIE CHANNEL(R) and FLIX(R), as well as the multiplex channels SHOWTIME 2(TM), SHOWTIME(R) SHOWCASE, SHOWTIME EXTREME(R), SHOWTIME BEYOND(R), SHOWTIME NEXT(R), SHOWTIME WOMEN(R), SHOWTIME FAMILY ZONE(R) and THE MOVIE CHANNEL(R) XTRA. SNI also offers SHOWTIME HD(R), THE MOVIE CHANNEL(R) HD, SHOWTIME ON DEMAND(R) and THE MOVIE CHANNEL(R) ON DEMAND. SNI is also an owner and manager of SUNDANCE CHANNEL(R), a venture of NBC Universal, Robert Redford and SNI. SNI also manages Smithsonian Networks, a joint venture between SNI and the Smithsonian Institution. All SNI feeds provide enhanced sound using Dolby Digital 5.1. SNI markets and distributes sports and entertainment events for exhibition to subscribers on a pay-per-view basis through SHOWTIME PPV(R).

About Bif Bang Pow!

Bif Bang Pow! (http://www.bifbangpow.com/) founder Jason Lenzi is a seasoned television producer and the ultimate fan of cultish pop culture. So when he created his company in 2005, he took the fan's perspective. His idea was to bring items to the marketplace that he himself would want to own. Cultivated from TV, movies, books, comics, music, and more, Bif Bang Pow!'s mission is to provide high-quality action figures, toys, and collectibles to the massive cult audience (and kids of all ages) that wishes these toys were already in their collection. Bif Bang Pow! is a unit of JLA Direct, LLC.

About 360ep

360ep was founded by Bill Jemas and former members of the senior management team that guided Marvel Enterprises from a struggling comic book publisher into one of the biggest licensing and publishing turn-around stories of the past decade. 360ep's Entertainment Division brings together the vast experience and expertise of successful entertainment and licensing executives with some of the top writers and artists from the comic book world. 360ep's Licensing Division represents dozens of brands in their licensing activities, including AOL, Showtime Networks, the International Fight League and Smokey Bear. In addition to its representation of household brand names, the Licensing Division works with a variety of manufacturing clients, including a top-tier developer of handheld videogames and one of the country's leading home decor manufacturers. For more information please visit http://www.360ep.com/.

For more information, contact:

Jason Lenzi
Bif Bang Pow!
1-877-243-2264 x803
jlenzi@bifbangpow.com

This release was issued through eReleases(TM). For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com/.

Source: Bif Bang Pow!

CONTACT: Jason Lenzi of Bif Bang Pow!, +1-877-243-2264 x803,
jlenzi@bifbangpow.com

Web site:

http://www.bifbangpow.com/
http://www.360ep.com/

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LINER NOTES, a New Literary Travel Series For Public Radio Launches in March

LINER NOTES, a New Literary Travel Series For Public Radio Launches in March

NEW YORK, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- LINER NOTES, an eight-part Public Radio literary and travel series exploring the multitude of ways travel can be experienced and enjoyed, will be launched in March of 2008. Presented by Cunard Line, the hour-long programs of Algonquin Roundtable-like gatherings aboard Queen Mary 2, with special features recorded on shore, will provide listeners with entertaining and enlightening looks at fascinating locations around the globe.

Unlike other travel shows, LINER NOTES will be a trip in itself -- a not-to-be-missed celebration of wit, wisdom and wanderlust. Host Paul Holdengraber is the cultural wunderkind whose literary happenings have turned the New York Public Library into a popular hot spot, and whose public events at the Institute for Art and Cultures are treasured by Los Angeles cognoscenti. Notable and knowledgeable guests will explore the destinations, both as experienced and as imagined in literature, painting, film, music and myth. Interviews with travelers and locals will deepen the exploration of place in fact and in fantasy. The discussions will include subjects tangential to travel as well, such as: 'falling in love with a place,' 'the benefits of wandering,' 'lost in translation,' and 'ex-patriot dreams.' This thematic approach has been at the heart of Holdengraber's hugely successful New York Public Library Live series.

Each edition of LINER NOTES will be made available to stations for airing on related seasons or holidays. The first episode in March, focusing on Ireland for St. Patrick's Day, will feature Pulitzer-Prize-winning novelist Frank McCourt (Angela's Ashes), as well as acclaimed, award-winning authors Colum McCann, Jimmy Breslin, and NPR film critic Bob Mondello, among many others.

Created by veteran public radio producers Jon Kalish and Marty Goldensohn, LINER NOTES boasts a distinguished production team. With a multitude of locations and multitudinous perspectives, and a changing roster of brilliant and accomplished guests, LINER NOTES promises to be a unique and welcome addition to the public radio tradition of travel shows, providing eight memorable monthly journeys of its own.

LINER NOTES is made possible by generous funding from Cunard Line. More information on LINER NOTES is available online at: http://www.creativepr.org/programs, or by calling Creative PR at 888-233-5650.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Source: Creative PR

CONTACT: Kathy Gronau of Creative PR, 1-888-233-5650,
kathy@creativepr.org

Web site:

http://www.creativepr.org/programs

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Mann Center for the Performing Arts Names Catherine M. Cahill President and CEO

Mann Center for the Performing Arts Names Catherine M. Cahill President and CEO

Mann Board Chairman Justin Klein Cites Her Distinguished Career

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Mann Center chairman Justin P. Klein is pleased to announce that Catherine M. Cahill has been named The Mann's president and chief executive officer. Ms. Cahill is currently President and Chief Executive Officer of the Brooklyn Philharmonic. She is expected to assume her new responsibilities on June 1, 2008.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080229/NEF014 )

Mr. Klein said, "The board of directors of the Mann Center is delighted to find someone who brings more than 20 years of experience in the performing arts and who is herself a performing artist. She encompasses the whole package -- a superb leader who will work equally well with donors, staff, the board and artists."

Credited with revitalizing the Brooklyn Philharmonic during her seven year tenure, Ms. Cahill strengthened the organization financially, expanded its community access programs, and strengthened its position as an institution recognized for artistic excellence and dynamic programming. Her strong leadership, vision, donor relationships and commitment to strategic partnerships and collaborations enhanced every aspect of the organization.

Ms. Cahill's career has included key positions at the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival, Grant Park Music Festival in Chicago, The Toronto Symphony and the New York Philharmonic. Her experience includes working as both a presenter and producer of artistic programs. In each of these institutions she captured the imagination and excitement of audiences by bringing innovative programming that appealed to a wide range of interests.

"I am pleased and delighted to be joining the Mann Center for the Performing Arts as their incoming President and CEO," said Cahill. "I have deeply admired from my earliest college years spent in Philadelphia, the Mann's long-standing commitment to artistic excellence, community and educational access. The Mann is, without question, one of Philadelphia's cultural and civic jewels and one of our nation's most respected summer performing arts institutions. It is an exciting time for the Mann and I very much look forward to working closely with the Center's board, cultural partners, community leaders, its dedicated staff and loyal audience."

Prior to working with the Brooklyn Philharmonic, Ms. Cahill served as Executive Director of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, General Manager of the New York Philharmonic, and Festival and Artistic Director for the Grant Park Festival in Chicago. Cahill has a Master of Science from Drexel University and a Bachelor of Music in performance from Temple University.

Klein also expressed his gratitude to Mann board member Bill Leonard who has served as interim Executive Director for the past ten months. "His great judgment, excellent leadership skills and ability to do everything have made him an invaluable member of the board and he has paved the way for a smooth transition for the incoming president." Special thanks was extended by the board to the search committee chaired by Ted Young for its outstanding work. Ted Young was also delighted with the result of his national search committee adding, "Ms. Cahill has a distinguished career in the performing arts and exactly the skills we need. We are excited to have the opportunity to work with her as she assumes her new role."

A summer destination for 32 years, The Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia's beautiful Fairmount Park continues its tradition as the region's premiere outdoor cultural arts center. More accessible, more attractive and more fun than ever before, programming at The Mann transcends genres and includes PECO Pops, jazz, rock, dance, theater, opera, classical, and contemporary concerts, and serves as the summer home of The Philadelphia Orchestra. Community outreach opportunities through the Access the Arts initiatives include free Young People's Concert Series, Connecting-Arts-N- Schools presentations in public and parochial schools, professional development through master classes with visiting artists, and complimentary ticket distribution to the region's underserved constituents. For more information, visit http://www.manncenter.org/ .

Photo: NewsCom:

http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080229/NEF014
AP Archive:

http://photoarchive.ap.org/
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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Mann Center for the Performing Arts

CONTACT: Vicky Kramer of Mann Center for the Performing Arts,
+1-215-546-7900 ext.125, vkramer@manncenter.org

Web site:

http://www.manncenter.org/

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Podcast Alert: PR Newswire Entertainment Roundup

Podcast Alert: PR Newswire Entertainment Roundup

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- A weekly audio roundup of top Entertainment industry releases transmitted by PR Newswire. This week's roundup includes stories on Billy Ray Cyrus and Miley Cyrus, Donna Summer, Spike Lee and Reba McEntire.

When: The Podcast will be available for download on February 29, 2008

Where:

http://feeds.feedburner.com/entertainmentroundup

How: Go to the URL above, and follow the subscription instructions on
the website.

Minimum Requirements: a computer, an Internet connection, (broadband required), a portable MP3/Video player or MP3/Video-player application on your computer, podcasting software and QuickTime 7. If you experience problems downloading the podcast, send an email to webcast@multivu.com.

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

Audio:

http://feeds.feedburner.com/entertainmentroundup
Source: PR Newswire

CONTACT: Rob Fisher of PR Newswire, +1-408-365-8793,
rob.fisher@prnewswire.com

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