International Entertainment News: October 2011

Monday, October 31, 2011

Paul's TV Will Carry New JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs

Renowned Electronics Retailer Will Sell New LCD BlackCrystal(TM) 3000 Series and Edge-lit LED BlackCrystal(TM) 3001 Series HDTVs

Paul's TV Will Carry New JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs

Renowned Electronics Retailer Will Sell New LCD BlackCrystal(TM) 3000 Series and Edge-lit LED BlackCrystal(TM) 3001 Series HDTVs

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AmTRAN Video Corporation (AVC), a subsidiary of AmTRAN Technology Co., Ltd. (AmTRAN), a top manufacturer of flat-panel TVs globally, today announced an agreement to sell the new JVC BlackCrystal(TM) 3000 series and new JVC BlackCrystal(TM) 3001 series high-definition televisions (HDTVs) through Paul's TV, the electronics retailer renowned as the "King of Big Screen."

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The BlackCrystal line will be available immediately at Paul's TV stores and online at www.paulstv.com.

"The BlackCrystal line represents a visible upgrade in picture quality from most HDTV models in the typical retail product mix, with a distinct point of differentiation - superior sound quality with XinemaSound(TM), a unique audio design," said Tom Paterniti, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for AVC.

Paterniti added that both the JVC BlackCrystal(TM) 3000 and JVC BlackCrystal(TM) 3001 series feature models in four sizes - 32", 37", 42" and 47". Each model will provide an unequalled user experience with the price-performance value today's consumers demand. In July, AVC launched the JVC BlackCrystal(TM) 3000 series; AVC unveiled the JVC BlackCrystal(TM) 3001 series in September at the CEDIA Expo.

AVC plans to introduce additional models under the JVC brand to the U.S. market next year in larger sizes with connected features.

"We look forward to making the JVC BlackCrystal series of HDTVs 'The Center of Your Entertainment,'" Paterniti said.

To celebrate the introduction of the BlackCrystal(TM) line, Paul's TV will give away 10 free LED light bulbs from AVC's LED Lighting product line. This $299 retail value allows customers of Paul's TV to significantly reduce their overall power consumption. This offer will be good on 42" and 47" JVC BlackCrystal LED TVs as an exclusive introductory offer.

"We are thrilled to be the first retailer in the U.S. to debut JVC's BlackCrystal line of LED HDTVs in our stores with a unique environmentally conscious consumer offering. This addition further helps differentiate Paul's TV as a retailer committed to bringing consumers premium HDTV and Home Theater products," said Babak Ghaznavi, President & CEO of Paul's TV.

Learn more about the JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs at http://tv.jvc.com/index.jsp.

About AmTRAN Video Corporation

AmTRAN Video Corporation (AVC) is a subsidiary of AmTRAN Technology Co., Ltd., a top LCD TV manufacturer specializing in design and production of high quality LCD monitors and LCD/LED TVs, audio products and LED lighting. AVC is located in Irvine, California, and is licensed by JVC Kenwood Corporation for the manufacturing, sales, distribution and marketing of JVC High Definition Televisions for the North America market.

Paul's TV, The King of Big Screen

Paul's TV is America's fastest-growing HDTV retailer with 53 locations in 5 states. In addition to free-standing stores, Paul's TV is located inside furniture retailers Living Spaces in California, Art Van in Michigan, Jordan's in New England and Furniture Row in Colorado.

Founded in 1964 by Paul Goldenberg with a $1000 loan from a relative, Paul's TV changed the way people bought TV's in Southern California. Today, Paul's TV operates by the same principles as it did then: exceptional customer service, great selection of the best brands, guaranteed low prices and free delivery.

Contact: Lawren Markle
Tech Image (for AVC)
626.345.9746
Lawren.Markle@techimage.com

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Celebrate Black Friday With Limited Edition 10" Vinyl Releases From Soundgarden, Nirvana and Pete Townshend

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Instead of dealing with the madness of holiday shopping crowds, UMe is offering music fans an alternative. On "Black Friday," November 25, 2011, the biggest shopping day of the year, Universal Music Enterprises (UMe) announces a series of "Back To Black" limited edition, individually numbered 10" vinyl releases from Soundgarden, Nirvana and Pete Townshend.

Soundgarden - Before The Doors: Live On I-5 Soundchecks:

"I will always be thankful to independent record stores for providing me with an encyclopedic source for an education in popular music. Especially of rare, import, indie, local, and experimental records, artists, and genres." - Kim Thayil

Hot on the heels of Soundgarden's highly successful 2011 summer tour, for Black To Black Friday UMe will release the individually numbered, limited-edition 10"-vinyl EP from Soundgarden - Before The Doors: Live On I-5 Soundchecks as the companion piece to the band's first-ever live album, Live On I-5, released earlier this year. Recorded during their 1996 tour, Before The Doors: Live On I-5 Soundchecks features "No Attention," "Never The Machine Forever" and a freaked-out version of the Doors' "Waiting For The Sun," taken from their soundcheck at Kaiser Convention Center in Oakland, CA, on December 5, 1996; "Room A Thousand Years Wide" taken from PNE Forum in Vancouver, Canada, on December 7, 1996; and "Somewhere" taken from their soundcheck at Memorial Auditorium in Sacramento, CA, on December 4, 1996.

Nirvana - Nevermind: The Singles:

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the release of Nirvana's generation-defining album Nevermind, which has sold over 30 million copies worldwide. And now, for the first time, all four of the original singles from this iconic album are being reissued in a limited-edition 10"-vinyl box set. Each box set will be individually numbered and this marks the first time Nirvana's music has ever been pressed on 10" vinyl. Featured are the band's monumental singles "Smells Like Teen Spirit" (edit) with its B-sides "Drain You" (LP version), "Even In His Youth" and "Aneurysm"; "Come As You Are" (LP version) with the B-sides "Endless, Nameless" "School" (live) and "Drain You" (live); "Lithium" (LP version) featuring the B-sides "Been A Son" (live), "Curmudgeon" and "D-7" (taken from a John Peel session); and "In Bloom" (LP version) featuring live versions of "Sliver" and "Polly." Each single comes in a slipcase picture sleeve and includes the original artwork. Earlier this year UMe released a two-disc Deluxe and a Super Deluxe five-disc box set to commemorate one of the most influential albums of an era. Nevermind shot up to No. 2 on the Billboard Catalog chart along with the recently released concert film Live At The Paramount DVD & Blu-ray debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard DVD chart.

Pete Townshend - The Quadrophenia Demos 1:

Quadrophenia is one of the most widely recognized albums of The Who's career because of its classic depiction of mod culture, its renowned imagery, and the magnificent music and powerful performances. For Black Friday, UMe will release the first of two limited-edition, individually numbered, 10"-vinyl EPs, featuring six demos from the forthcoming "Director's Cut" box set of Quadrophenia, out November 15. Included are demo versions of "The Real Me" recorded in October 1972; "Cut My Hair" written in June 1972; "Punk" recorded in November 1972; "Dirty Jobs" recorded in July 1972; "Is It In My Head" recorded in April 1972; and the never-before-released track "Anymore," recorded in November 1971. The Quadrophenia Demos 1 is the first of two exclusive releases with the second, a five-track companion 10" EP, scheduled for release on Record Store Day in April 2012. It will be the first time any of these tracks appear on vinyl and will not be made available anywhere else. The combined two releases encompass 11 of the demos from the forthcoming box set and provide a unique insight into the creation of this landmark album.

The Soundgarden - Before The Doors: Live On I-5 Soundchecks,Nirvana - Nevermind: The Singles and Pete Townshend - The Quadrophenia Demos 1 will be made available at Record Store Day-participating stores worldwide. A list of all participating stores can be found at http://www.recordstoreday.com/Venues in the U.S. and http://www.recordstoreday.com/Venues?country=select internationally.

SOURCE Universal Music Enterprises

Universal Music Enterprises

CONTACT: Sujata Murthy, UMe, +1-310-865-7812, sujata.murthy@umusic.com, or for any press inquires, comments or thoughts about Record Store Day, please contact Perry Serpa, Good Cop Public Relations, +1-718-846-0518, perry@goodcoppr.com, or Cristina Parker, NoiseNY Public Relations, +1-917-684-0452, cristina@noiseny.com

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THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN North American Premiere Announced As Closing Night Gala at AFI Fest 2011 Presented by Audi

Film Will Screen in 3D on November 10th at the Historic Chinese Theatre

Patron Packages to Ensure Gala Seating Are Available

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Film Institute (AFI) announced today that Paramount Pictures and Columbia Pictures' THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN, directed by AFI Life Achievement Award recipient and Academy Award®-winning director Steven Spielberg, will have its North American Premiere as the Closing Night Gala of AFI FEST 2011 presented by Audi. The film is based on the internationally beloved and irrepressible characters created by Herge and stars Jamie Bell, Andy Serkis, Daniel Craig, Nick Frost and Simon Pegg. It is produced by Academy Award® winners Spielberg, Peter Jackson and Kathleen Kennedy. From an original screenplay by Steven Moffat, Edgar Wright and Joe Cornish, the story follows the unquenchably curious young reporter Tintin and his fiercely loyal dog Snowy as they discover a ship carrying an explosive secret that may hold the key to vast fortune ... and an ancient curse. Academy Award®-winning composer John Williams scored the film, with 2011 marking a collaboration between Spielberg and Williams that has enriched 25 of their films together.

"Steven Spielberg is a national treasure," said Bob Gazzale, AFI President and CEO. "He has written this nation's cultural legacy over four decades, he inspires artists and audiences alike and he honors us all by premiering THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN at AFI FEST, where we celebrate the very best the world has to offer for 2011."

Spielberg has an impressive history with AFI. He was the recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1995, the highest honor for a career in film; five of his movies rate among the greatest films of all time on AFI's 100 Years ... 100 Movies list: SCHINDLER'S LIST (#8), E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL (#24), JAWS (#56), RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK (#66) and SAVING PRIVATE RYAN (#71); and he recently completed a one-hour special at the AFI Conservatory with friend and collaborator John Williams entitled TCM presents AFI's Master Class: The Art of Collaboration that will debut on Turner Classic Movies on November 15, 2011, and will explore the four-decade friendship and working relationship between the two artists, among the most prolific and influential collaborations in film history. In addition, both Spielberg and Kathleen Kennedy serve on the American Film Institute's Board of Trustees, which is comprised of leaders of the motion picture and television communities and leaders from global goods and services companies and is chaired by Sir Howard Stringer, Chairman and CEO of the Sony Corporation. Spielberg has been an AFI Trustee since 1986, Kennedy since 1994.

AFI FEST, a showcase of the most highly anticipated films and performances of the year, kicks off awards-season with presentations that spotlight the works of film masters, moving image icons and breakthrough talents. For the third consecutive year, AFI FEST will continue its unprecedented offer of free tickets to all screenings, but only the Star Patron Package and Marquee Patron Package provide reserved access to red carpet galas such as THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN. These and other AFI FEST packages and passes - which ensure access to sold-out galas and other high-demand films and events - are on sale now at AFI.com/AFIFEST. AFI members receive a 10% discount on all festival passes. Information about AFI membership is available at AFI.com/membership. The American Film Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational and cultural organization, and packages and passes are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.

Individual tickets to AFI FEST screenings and galas are now available online at AFI.com/AFIFEST and in person at the AT&T Box Office at the Hollywood and Highland Center in Hollywood. A limited number of tickets to sold-out films will be available online 24 hours in advance of the screening and at the AT&T Box Office the day of the screening. Rush lines for screenings begin forming one hour before the scheduled screening start times.

AFI FEST - celebrating its 25th year - will take place November 3 through 10 in Hollywood, California, at the historic Chinese Theatre, the Chinese 6 Theatres, the Egyptian Theatre and the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.

For the complete version of this press release, visit AFI.com/AFIFEST/releases.aspx.

SOURCE American Film Institute

American Film Institute

CONTACT: Shari Mesulam, +1-323-856-7896, smesulam@AFI.com

Web Site: http://www.afi.com

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Renowned Custom Car Builders West Coast Customs End Season Two of Their Hit Show Inside West Coast Customs with Special Guest Justin Bieber in "Bieber's Caddy"

Inside West Coast Customs Season Finale Airs on VELOCITY on Sunday, November 6 at 8PM ET/CT

CORONA, Calif., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- West Coast Customs (WCC) ends season two of their hit show with a bang on VELOCITY. Inside West Coast Customs, where audiences get a front row seat to outrageous car builds, will feature music and pop sensation Justin Bieber and his extreme car request in the episode called "Bieber's Caddy." On November 6th, 2011 at 8:00 PM ET/CT Inside West Coast Customs works with Justin Bieber and GM to create the sleekest CTS-V on Earth. Watch as the crew takes a 2011 Cadillac CTS-V and turns it into the world's ONLY blacked out suicide CTS-V.

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"It's not every day the world's most influential and powerful teen sensation comes into my shop. But when he came in with so much positivity, creativeness, talent and direction, I knew this would be a great build. Together, we created something that Justin didn't have.... the sickest CTS-V on Earth, that even exceeded Justin's expectations," said Ryan Friedlinghaus, CEO of West Coast Customs.

The crew will start out with a brand new red Cadillac CTS-V, courtesy of GM. Then, they quickly get to work and tear the car down to its bare bones. Bob Grant works on converting the doors to "suicide doors," using custom hinges built by Bobby at Sadistic Iron Werks. Then we follow the car as it moves onto the body shop where the matte black paint will be laid down. This car will have custom JB badges designed by West Coast Customs made over at Billet Badges, where the center star of the logo will be pressed to open the doors.

In the interior, they will keep the stealth look, going with black leather and suede from Hydes leather. The seats will be stitched with Bieber's signature purple. Justin's logos are also brought into the car, but the interior logos have been covered in black Swarovski crystals, hand-placed by Kellie over at Crystal Ninja. Nothing on this car seems to be untouched - even the headlights are replaced with LED Oracle lighting headlights. In the trunk of the car, they will install a custom sub-box and amp-rack with Diamond Audio speakers to make it feel and sound as if he were in the studio. And finally, the Asanti wheels will be all blacked-out to match the car and then wrapped in Continental tires.

Friedlinghaus and his shop have been doing exclusive custom builds for the MTV show Pimp my Ride, TLC's Street Customs, Street Customs Berlin and now on his new show on the new VELOCITY, Inside West Coast Customs. Friedlinghaus and his crew are world-renowned for their extreme vehicles, outrageous features and unique designs.

Catch all the action on Inside West Coast Customs, Sundays at 8:00 pm ET on VELOCITY.

FOR MEDIA INFORMATION VISIT WWW.WESTCOASTCUSTOMS.COM OR VELOCITY.TV

TWITTER @SELFMADERYAN

FACEBOOK.COM/OFFICIALWCC

About West Coast Customs
Headquartered in Corona, Calif., West Coast Customs was founded in 1993 by Ryan Friedlinghaus. West Coast Customs is known by car enthusiasts as the premiere high-end modification shop that can transform any vehicle into a work of art. West Coast Customs is not only known for building cars but delivering dynamic television content to a wide range of viewers. West Coast Customs has been the exclusive shop featured in MTV show Pimp my Ride, TLC's Street Customs, Street Customs Berlin and now VELOCITY, Inside West Coast Customs.

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CONTACT: Meagan Elliott, Meagan@westcoastcustoms.com, or Tito Arteaga, Tito@westcoastcustoms.com, +1-951-284-0680 Ext. 305

Web Site: http://www.westcoastcustoms.com

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Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center Selected for Innovative Music Therapy Grant

iPod-Based Personalized Music Program Benefits Nursing Center Residents

LEMON GROVE, Calif., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center, a 158-bed skilled nursing facility in Lemon Grove, California, has been awarded a $3,500 grant to improve quality of life and enhance therapeutic outcomes for long-term care residents via the establishment of the "Well-Tuned: Music Players for Health" program.

"Music is already a central recreational activity in long-term care," said Scott Kirby, CEO of Lemon Grove Care. However, he noted that, because recreational activities involving music in typical long-term convalescent settings are traditionally group-based, music availability is time-limited and song selection is generally only age-appropriate, but not person-specific.

"It turns out that total music personalization magnifies music's benefits for both skilled nursing patients and convalescent residents, regardless of cognitive, physical, or social situation," he added. Among the benefits, personalized listening can significantly reduce agitation and "sun-downing," increase patient cooperation and attention, improve engagement and socialization, provide a meaningful activity for temporarily or permanently immobilized patients, such those receiving dialysis, on ventilator equipment or who are otherwise bedbound, and even includes a non-pharmaceutical approach to reducing pain.

"Well-Tuned: Music Players for Health" is a collaborative program between nonprofits Music & Memory and the Institute for Music and Neurologic Function. Grant funding was provided by the Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation. Lemon Grove Care was one of only 17 facilities nationwide selected for the program. More information about the program is available at www.musicandmemory.org and www.imnf.org.

About Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center

Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center provides skilled nursing services, physical, occupational and speech therapies, and other rehabilitative and healthcare services for both short-stay rehabilitation patients and long-term residents. It is operated by Lemon Grove Health Associates LLC, an independent operating subsidiary of The Ensign Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENSG), whose subsidiaries provide a broad spectrum of skilled nursing and assisted living services, physical, occupational and speech therapies, home health and hospice services, and other rehabilitative and healthcare services for both long-term residents and short-stay rehabilitation patients at 100 facilities, three hospice companies and three home health businesses in California, Arizona, Texas, Washington, Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Nevada, Iowa and Nebraska. More information about Ensign is available at http://www.ensigngroup.net. More information about Lemon Grove Care is available at http://www.lemongrovecare.com.

SOURCE Lemon Grove Health Associates LLC

Lemon Grove Health Associates LLC

CONTACT: Scott Kirby, Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center (619) 463-0294

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"America's Church Choir" Crowned at the Grand Finale of Verizon's How Sweet the Sound

Verizon's How Sweet the Sound Concludes in Los Angeles, Calif; Salvation and Deliverance Church Choir from North Carolina Region Brings Home National Title and $25,000

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Salvation and Deliverance Church Choir from Salvation and Deliverance Church in Tarboro, N.C. took home the grand prize at Verizon's How Sweet the Sound(TM) finale and was named "America's Church Choir." During the finale, held on Oct. 28 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Calif., the choir walked away with a cash prize of $25,000 and the opportunity to perform at the Stellar Awards and the Super Bowl Gospel Celebration in 2012. Christian Life Center Mass Choir from Oakland, Calif. was named runner-up and received a cash prize of $15,000.

The 2011 Verizon How Sweet the Sound finale brought together the best church choirs from nine cities across the nation. Each choir rejoiced in song and praise in front of award-winning gospel artists and co-hosts CeCe Winans and Donald Lawrence, along with judges Marvin Sapp, Shirley Caesar and Israel Houghton. Renowned gospel artist Andrae Crouch was a special guest and the recipient of the Living Legend Award presented by Chaka Khan.

"Verizon's How Sweet the Sound is proud to unite and inspire communities across the country through the power of gospel music," said Walter Jones, vice president, Network, West Area, Verizon Wireless. "There was a tremendous amount of talent on display at the grand finale and the event was incredibly uplifting. We are proud to grant the title of 'America's Church Choir' to Salvation and Deliverance Church Choir -- a group with a tremendous amount of talent and passion."

Salvation and Deliverance Church Choir plans to put their prize money towards a choir tour bus to continue to spread their ministry and "Weight for the Lord", their program which aims to tackle obesity in their community.

"Participating in Verizon's How Sweet the Sound was one of the most rewarding experiences our choir has ever had," said Kristian Herring, Choir Director of Salvation and Deliverance Church Choir. "It is humbling to be named 'America's Church Choir' and Verizon's generosity will allow us to expand our impact in the community."

Family Life Center Sanctuary Choir from Los Angeles, Calif. won the Verizon Video People's Choice Award and a $5,000 cash prize. During the grand finale, audience members voted via text for their favorite choir performance to determine the winner.

For more information about Verizon's How Sweet the Sound, please visit www.HowSweetTheSound.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 107.7 million total wireless connections, including 90.7 million retail customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with nearly 83,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Cameka Crawford, Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-3497, Cameka.Crawford@verizonwireless.com; or Samantha Kane, Culture Shop, +1-646-842-1993, Samantha@cultureshopny.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com

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Radio Host Michael Baisden Invests in Small Businesses with 'Million Dollar Business Pitch' Campaign

DALLAS, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Radio personality, best-selling author, filmmaker, and leader of the successful civil rights march in Jena, LA, Michael Baisden not only talks the talk afternoons on his nationally syndicated "Michael Baisden Show," he also walks the walk. Baisden recently announced his plans to give away a half-million dollars to small businesses and nonprofits via a "Million Dollar Business Pitch" campaign. Listeners must tune into the radio show, Twitter, or Facebook on November 28th for submission details.

"It's time for those of us who have done well because of the people, to give back to the people," expresses Baisden. "I understand that I can't save the world, but I can reach back and help as many people as I can and hopefully inspire others to do the same! It's time to pay it forward in a big way!"

From author to radio personality, to filmmaker and now social and political activist, Michael Baisden is committed to advancing the global community to a better place. Baisden's contribution for the campaign is not from corporate sponsors, but is coming directly from his wallet. "While I welcome corporations and others to support us, I can't wait for their budget cycles to make a decision," he cites.

Over the past eight years, the outspoken and sometimes controversial radio pioneer has advocated for civil rights issues, campaigned for voter registration, supported free health clinics, and promoted mentoring with a 70-city bus tour. Most recently Baisden took his microphone to Occupy Wall Street in New York, engaging his listeners up close and personal with protesters from the site.

"As President Obama said, we can't wait fourteen months; some of my listeners won't survive another fourteen weeks. We have to do something now!"

In addition to his Million Dollar Business Pitch campaign, he continues to break boundaries with the release of his new e-novel entitled, "Never Satisfied: Do Men Know What The Want?" on Baisden Publishing and his new film "Do Women Know What They Want?" on TimeLife slated for release later this year.

To get more information on how to win a share of his Million Dollar Business Pitch, follow the show on Facebook (Baisdenlive) and Twitter (@BaisdenLive). Submission details will be announced live on The Michael Baisden Show on November 28th. Log onto www.Baisdenlive.com or download the TuneIn radio app and search Michael Baisden show.

Baisden, a TV talk show host, and a New York Times best-selling author, has been recognized as one of the most influential men in radio. The Michael Baisden Show is an entertaining four-hour afternoon drive radio program airing Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. ET and combines the best in music, comedy and social commentary to inspire real change across America. The show reaches more than seven million listeners each week and is syndicated by Cumulus Media Networks.

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SOURCE Michael Baisden

Michael Baisden

CONTACT: Makeda Smith, jazzmynepr@gmail.com, or Edrea Davis, +1-323-596-1522, edmedia@dogonvillage.com, www.jazzmynepr.com

Web Site: http://www.baisdenlive.com

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"Semillitas," a Toddlers-Preschooler Channel in Spanish, Launched on Verizon's FiOS TV

MIAMI, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- "Semillitas," a 24 hour animation channel targeting Hispanic toddlers and preschoolers, is now available on Verizon's FiOS TV service as part of its "La Conexion" package, which includes more than 155 channels with up to 18 in high definition.

"Semillitas," a channel produced by SOMOSTV (a Miami based company), is designed to preserve the Hispanic roots and language, one of the strongest needs of Latino parents. The channel focuses on children 0-5 years of age, an important age for the future conservation of the child's cultural background, of which language and other elements are key. According to recent Census results, Hispanics have been the segment most responsible for the growth of the American population, with children 0-5 years of age representing close to 27% of the total age bracket and reaching above 50% in many important markets such as California, Texas, New Mexico and a high number of metropolitan areas. According to proprietary research from the channel's producers Hispanic moms, regardless of their degree of acculturation, speak Spanish to their kids at these ages and consider TV watching a very important contributor to the transmission of cultural identity.

Jose Antonio Espinal, COO of SOMOSTV, expressed his satisfaction: "With this launch of 'Semillitas' with Verizon, we partner with a powerful player in the Hispanic Market and together we will be able to support Latino parents with a product carefully designed to address their children's needs with top quality animation and a violence free environment. We are celebrating this partnership and look forward to working together to better serve the most important segment of the American multicultural landscape."

Terry Denson, vice president of content strategy and acquisition for Verizon, said, "We are thrilled to add a new channel like 'Semillitas' to FiOS TV's Spanish-language offering. 'Semillitas' joins one of the industry's premier Spanish-language packages, La Conexion, which gives our FiOS TV customers access to more than 155 channels in both Spanish and English."

"Semillitas" is produced completely in neutral Spanish and packaged in a culturally relevant environment. The producers of the channel have paid attention to the continuity of traditions, games and other Hispanic elements, producing in house many interstitials such as songs and other interactive content to integrate parents and children to the TV watching experience. The channel also has a powerful online presence in its website www.semillitas.tv.

CONTACT: Giselle Trainor, 1-786-220-0275

SOURCE SOMOSTV

SOMOSTV

Web Site: http://www.semillitas.tv

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Pakistan Ambassador to the United Nations Supports Caravanserai: A Place Where Cultures Meet

Cultural exchange program, supported with $1 million from Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art, is presented by Arts Midwest

Ambassador Abdullah Hussain Haroon declares Caravanserai "has proven its ability to bring people together in peace and friendship"

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2011/PRNewswire/ --One month into Arts Midwest's international cultural exchange program Caravanserai: A place where cultures meet, its overwhelming success has caught the eye of Pakistan's Ambassador to the United Nations, Abdullah Hussain Haroon. Upon seeing video and photographs, and receiving a briefing on audience reaction in five U.S. cities, Ambassador Hussain declared that Caravanserai "has proven its ability to bring people together in peace and friendship."

Caravanserai, a series of performing arts and film programs, features art and artists from Muslim cultures. The pilot program focuses on Pakistan and was launched in early October in Helena, MT. Caravanserai, which is funded by the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art Building Bridges program and presented by Arts Midwest, has since visited Littleton, NH; Oswego, NY; West Long Branch, NJ; and is currently in Providence, RI. A second wave of Caravanserai programming begins in February 2012.

The Pakistani artists on the first Caravanserai tour are Qawwal Najmuddin Saifudding and Brothers, Qawwali singers and Ustad Tari Khan a tabla drum master, dholis Abid Hussain and Abdul Rasheed. The artists have been enthusiastically received during their residencies, which include public performances, student workshops, and multi generational receptions and classes.

Ambassador Hussain issued the following statement about Caravanserai:

"The Caravanserai program is everything we wish for when we think of bridging cultural divides. People listening to and learning from one another. Children embracing new friends who make new types of music. Adults opening their hearts and arms to traditions other than their own. Artists finding new audiences. Caravanserai has proven its ability to bring people together in peace and friendship. I hope it continues for many years to show us the way toward peace and understanding."

Caravanserai is presented at the following locations:

-- The Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire; Littleton, NH
-- Artswego SUNY Oswego; Oswego, NY
-- FirstWorks; Providence, RI
-- Monmouth University; West Long Branch, NJ
-- The Myrna Loy Center; Helena, MT

Arts Midwest works closely with artistic director Zeyba Rahman, to select a roster of outstanding contemporary Pakistani artists.

-- Arif Lohar -Folk singer
-- Qawal Najmuddin Saifuddin - Qawali singers
-- Ustad Tari Khan - US-based tabla master
-- Abid Hussain and Abdul Rasheed - Dhol drummers
-- Ayesha Khan -Filmmaker, "Made in Pakistan"

Future programming will feature other geographic regions and artistic disciplines and will travel to more US cities.

Caravanserai: A place were cultures meet is managed by Arts Midwest on behalf of the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations with financial support from the Building Bridges program of the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. Caravanserai's film programming is coordinated on behalf of the program by South Arts.

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Arts Midwest

CONTACT: Felicia Knight, +1-207-831-5676, felicia@KnightVisionInternational.com

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Paul's TV Will Carry New JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs

Renowned Electronics Retailer Will Sell New LCD BlackCrystal(TM) 3000 Series and Edge-lit LED BlackCrystal(TM) 3001 Series HDTVs

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The BlackCrystal line will be available immediately at Paul's TV stores and online at www.paulstv.com.

AVC plans to introduce additional models under the JVC brand to the U.S. market next year in larger sizes with connected features.

"We look forward to making the JVC BlackCrystal series of HDTVs 'The Center of Your Entertainment,'" Paterniti said.

Learn more about the JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs at http://tv.jvc.com/index.jsp.

About AmTRAN Video Corporation

AmTRAN Video Corporation (AVC) is a subsidiary of AmTRAN Technology Co., Ltd., a top LCD TV manufacturer specializing in design and production of high quality LCD monitors and LCD/LED TVs, audio products and LED lighting. AVC is located in Irvine, California, and is licensed by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC), for the manufacturing, sales, distribution and marketing of JVC High Definition Televisions for the North America market.

Paul's TV, The King of Big Screen

Contact: Lawren Markle
Tech Image (for AVC)
626.345.9746
Lawren.Markle@techimage.com

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Military Channel Commemorates Veterans Day With Weekend of Programming Honoring Our Armed Forces

- Highlights Include the World Premiere of FALLEN: BUT NOT FORGOTTEN, Documenting the Ongoing Search for Six Heroes Killed In Vietnam, and 633 Squadron, the newest film to be featured in AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE -

SILVER SPRING, Md., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Each November 11th, Military Channel proudly commemorates Veterans Day with programming that honors the legacy of America's armed forces. This year, Military Channel extends its programming through the weekend with two classic Hollywood military films in AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE; plus the world premiere of FALLEN: BUT NOT FORGOTTEN, a moving documentary about the search for the missing in Vietnam; and daily marathons of Military Channel's most compelling documentary series celebrating what many call "the Greatest Generation." AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE features PT 109 and 633 Squadron, both of which star award-winning actor Cliff Robertson, who passed away this past September. Robertson himself was a veteran of the Merchant Marine during World War II where he saw action in the South Pacific, Mediterranean and North Atlantic.

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"Honoring the unparalleled spirit, skill and devotion of the men and women who have served in our armed forces is part of the Military Channel's mandate every day. However, it is vitally important for us to pause each November 11th to remember the heroes who continue to put themselves in harm's way to fight for freedom around the world," said Ed Hersh, senior vice president of content strategy for Military Channel. "The heroic stories of these men and women help us understand the peril faced when safeguarding our nation's interests across the globe."

MILITARY CHANNEL'S COMMEMORATIVE VETERANS DAY PROGRAMMING INCLUDES:

FALLEN: BUT NOT FORGOTTEN - Saturday, November 12 at Noon ET

In October 1969, then-Lieutenant Mike Sprayberry received the nation's highest military award, the Congressional Medal of Honor, for his heroic efforts during a harrowing nighttime rescue in Vietnam's A Shau Valley. But over the four subsequent decades, Sprayberry has remained determined to find the six lost men from this mission and bring them home, returning twice to Vietnam in search of evidence to initiate a formal recovery effort by the U.S. Army. FALLEN: BUT NOT FORGOTTEN is a moving chronicle of Sprayberry's most recent trip to Vietnam. Comrades and family members of the six men killed in action share the loss and immense frustration but also the undying hope that one day these fallen soldiers may finally come home. This documentary is produced by award-winning filmmaker and retired CBS News cameraman Norman Lloyd and his foundation, the Commitment and Sacrifice Foundation (candsfoundation.org), which are both also responsible for critically acclaimed military-focused documentaries including Shakey's Hill, Commitment & Sacrifice and Cover Me.

AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE: 633 Squadron - Saturday, November 12 at 8 PM ET

In this premiere installment of AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE, Lou Diamond Phillips sits down with General Ronald Keys, a retired Air Component Commander of the U.S. Join Forces Command and U.S. Northern Command, as they discuss air combat tactics, keeping cool under fire and, specifically, the famed Mosquito aircraft featured in 633 Squadron. Audiences can enjoy this classic film, which features actor Cliff Robertson in the tale of an RAF squadron assigned to knock out a German rocket fuel factory hidden within the Norwegian Fjords.

AN OFFICER AND A MOVIE: PT 109 - Friday, November 11 at 8 PM ET

With a special Veterans Day encore presentation, Lou Diamond Phillips discusses themes from PT 109 with Captain Paul Rinn. A retired Navy commander, Capt. Rinn's heroic leadership prevented the U.S.S. Samuel Roberts from sinking in the Persian Gulf in 1988 after striking an Iranian mine. PT 109 dramatizes President John F. Kennedy's war-time experiences, during which he captained a PT boat that was sunk by a Japanese destroyer, leaving Kennedy and the other survivors stranded on an island before being rescued by the U.S. Navy. It is believed that President Kennedy personally selected Cliff Robertson to portray the young Kennedy and this role catapulted Robertson to stardom.

"GREATEST GENERATION" PROGRAMMING:

SECRETS OF WORLD WAR II - Friday, November 11( )from 6 AM - 8 PM

SECRETS OF WORLD WAR II examines the untold stories of the Second World War with the benefit of newly-discovered archive footage, maps and computer graphics. Pulling from more than 300,000 hours of archive material, each episode of SECRETS OF WORLD WAR II highlights the behind-the-scenes events that changed the course of history.

CLASH OF WINGS - Saturday, November 12 from 1 PM - 8 PM

CLASH OF WINGS is an exciting series detailing the great air battles of World War II. Featuring rarely-seen aerial combat footage of all the major combat aircraft, CLASH OF WINGS profiles the expert pilots who experienced the famed dogfights and aerial encounters of World War II.

WORLD AT WAR - Sunday, November 13 from Noon - 11 PM

Narrated by legendary actor Sir Laurence Olivier, this 26-episode documentary BBC mini-series covers the entire history of World War II, spanning from the causes taking root in the 1920s to the aftermath of the Cold War in the 1950s.

About Military Channel

The Military Channel brings viewers compelling, real-world stories of heroism, military strategy, and significant turning points in history. Currently available in more than 57 million homes, the network takes viewers "behind the lines" to hear the personal stories of servicemen and women and offers in-depth explorations of military training, aviation technology and cutting-edge weaponry. As the only cable network devoted to military subjects, it also provides unique access to this world, allowing viewers to understand the full spectrum of experiences intrinsic to the armed forces, as well as the long-held traditions of the military. Military Channel is part of Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), the world's #1 nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in 210 countries and territories. For more information, please visit military.discovery.com.

Please visit the Press Website at http://press.discovery.com/us/mil/programs/officer-and-movie/ for additional press materials, online screeners, and photography.

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CONTACT: David Schaefer, +1-240-662-2954, David_Schaefer@discovery.com

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Black Women's Roundtable National Empowerment Tour Makes Final Stop in Georgia Before National Summit in D.C.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Black Women's Roundtable (BWR) Healthy, Wealthy and Wise National Empowerment Tour culminated their ten-city tour reaching out to women and girls last week in Riverdale, GA. The group is gearing up for the National Summit that will bring attendees from the individual cities to Washington, D.C. in 2012.

Melanie L. Campbell, president and CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (The National Coalition) and convener of BWR said, "The goal of this national tour is to personally connect with smaller groups of women in underserved communities. We featured experts in technology, finance and other areas along with inspirational speakers like actress, singer and activist, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Susan L. Taylor of Cares Mentoring, and Clayola Brown, president of A. Philip Randolph Institute."

In Riverdale, after honoring women's rights leader, Rita Jackson Samuels, and Riverdale Mayor, Dr. Evelyn Wynn Dixon, actress/singer, Demetria McKinney, and actress/producer/businesswoman, Vivica A. Fox, shared inspirational stories about overcoming obstacles like single parenthood and joblessness.

Samuels and Mayor Dixon were honored for their woman's rights work. Samuels grew up poor but went on to work alongside Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., served at the White House under President Jimmy Carter, and founded Georgia Coalition for Black Women.

Mayor Dixon shared a riveting story of surviving a bitter divorce and homelessness as a single parent of five kids. "At the lowest point in my life I found the courage to pick myself up and refused to let adversity hold me back," said Dixon.

Fox, the co-star of "Kill Bill" addressed ageism against women in Hollywood. "My agents told me there aren't roles for Black women over 40. I asked, have you forgotten Set It Off with Queen Latifah and Jada Pinkett?" Fox continued, "I regrouped and took hold of the 'business' side of 'show business' and began producing films, stage plays and TV shows. Don't let nobody tell you what you can't do."

McKinney, who plays Janine Payne on Tyler Perry's House of Payne and recently released her debut CD, "Get Yo Ish," told the audience she had to drop out of college to raise her son. "I got a job waiting tables and moved to the projects but I never gave up. Remember, the situation doesn't make you," said McKinney, who was accompanied by the former EVP of Tyler Perry Studio's and CEO of Bobbcat Films, Roger Bobb.

In addition to the Sista-2-Sister Talk, there was a mini-expo, panels on domestic violence, economic health, technology access and a fitness session. Physicians from the Centers for Disease Control addressed health issues and Pharmacists from Walgreens Pharmacy administered flu shots and donated vouchers for free flu shots.

Opening night of the three-day event included a BWR Listening session hosted by East Point Fire Chief Rosemary Cloud. On Sunday the women held aspecial tribute to BWR members Ruby Campbell-Pulliam and Adrienne Dennis.

"The Listening Session allowed women and girls to have a candid discussion about issues that impact their lives," said Helen Butler, executive director of the Georgia Coalition for the Peoples Agenda, the local coordinating partner for the event.

The tour is made possible by the W.F. Kellogg Foundation. BWR Atlanta sponsors include: AT&T, Verizon Foundation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Black Women's Roundtable is an intergenerational women's network of The National Coalition, a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to increasing civic engagement in Black and underserved communities. For more information visit www.ncbcp.org.

CONTACT: Edrea Davis, +1-<font size="2" face="Trebuchet MS"><font size="2" face="Trebuchet MS">770-961-6200, edmedia@dogonvillage.com</font></font>

SOURCE National Coalition on Black Civic Participation

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Azteca America Appoints Marlene Braga as Vice President of Programming

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Azteca America is pleased to announce that Marlene Braga has been appointed to Vice President of Programming of Azteca America, where she will be responsible for day-to-day programming and also collaborate on long-term strategy with the SVP of Programming, Production and Marketing. The appointment is effective immediately.

Ms. Braga was previously VP of Programming for nuvo TV (formerly SiTV). Prior to the position, she founded Woman on the Verge Productions, a company specializing in high-end content creation, from live events to reality series and feature films. She has also held the position of Director of Programming and Production for the The History Channel en Espanol.

Her television experience also includes field production work at ABC and story development and production for PBS. Prior to moving into television journalism, she was print producer for major companies such as Condé Nast Publications, Donna Karan, Pixar Animation Studios and the Gap.

"We're excited to have Marlene on board at Azteca America and are confident that her experience, creativity and dedication will help push us to the next level," said Azteca America CEO Martin Breidsprecher.

"I look forward to working closely with Marlene as we program the best that Azteca has to offer and combine it with the most relevant programming produced for our audiences," said Alberto Santini Lara, SVP of Programming, Production and Marketing, as well as being Director of Azteca 13 and Azteca Novelas.

Ms. Braga was born in Miami to a Cuban family and was raised in the United States. She holds a master's degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and a BA in political science from The George Washington University.

About Azteca America

Azteca America is the alternative choice in broadcast television for Spanish speaking families residing in the United States. Azteca America operates in 79 markets nationwide, and can also be seen on DIRECTV Mas Channel 441 (AZA 441) and DISH Network Channel 825. Wholly owned by Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca, S.A.B de C.V., Azteca America has access to the best programming from TV Azteca's three national networks, including a library with over 200,000 hours of original programming and news from local bureaus in 32 Mexican states. The network complements Mexican programming with an innovative line-up of shows from international producers and distributors to ensure the finest programming for Spanish-speaking viewers and unique advertising solutions for partners seeking to reach the most dynamic market in the country.

Press Contact:
Daniel McCosh
011-5255-1720-0059
dmccosh@gruposalinas.com

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WealthTV is Spreading the Wealth with WBA Championship Boxing

WealthTV to offer an Evening of World Championship Boxing to Viewers for Free

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- WealthTV, the premier luxury lifestyle and entertainment network, signed an exclusive deal with Don King Productions to telecast, live within the United States, the WBA World Cruiserweight Championship fight featuring titleholder Guillermo "El Felino" Jones against Mike Marrone. The real story is how WealthTV is going to do it.

In a bold, unprecedented move, WealthTV's live broadcast of this evening of boxing, billed as "Viva Don King", will be offered free of charge to all subscribers of its over one hundred cable affiliates, including AT&T U-Verse and Verizon Fios. Non-subscribers can experience the excitement of "fight night" with a 48-hour free preview from participating cable distributors. For those who don't receive WealthTV through their cable providers, WealthTV is offering the fight free of charge on its website www.wealthtv.com.

"This is going to be a game changer for TV and the sport of boxing," explained Robert Herring Sr., CEO of WealthTV. "We're bringing boxing back to the masses like it used to be, without the need for boxing fans to pay the exorbitant fees associated with a pay-per-view event."

"This Don King Production is guaranteed to be an exciting not-to-miss event," stated Cameron Westfall, vice president of WealthTV. "The best way to watch this championship fight is via your existing cable provider. Yet for boxing fans that can't receive WealthTV via their video provider, we offer a solution, namely the ability to watch via a live streaming feed to your computer or connected device. Fans simply need to go to wealthtv.com to see how."

WealthTV's broadcast of "Viva Don King" will begin at 8pm EDT, November 5th, 2011.

About WealthTV

WealthTV is the premier lifestyle and entertainment network --the destination for exclusive and original programming, simultaneously transmitted in high definition and standard definition. WealthTV delivers informative shows that provide invaluable insights on what every American dreams of - from adventure travel to fast cars, from better etiquette to better investing, and much more. The network fills a television vacuum by delivering intellectually stimulating, thought-provoking entertainment and always-unbiased news from an insider's perspective. For more information, please visit www.wealthtv.com.

For more information, contact:
Sarah Nunez, sarah.nunez@wealthtv.com
WealthTV
Phone: 858-270-6900
www.wealthtv.com

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Web Site: http://www.wealthtv.com

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MBC Group Picks Eutelsat's Atlantic Bird? 7 Satellite to Support HDTV Roll-Out Across the Middle East and North Africa

MBC Group Picks Eutelsat's Atlantic Bird(TM) 7 Satellite to Support HDTV Roll-Out Across the Middle East and North Africa

PARIS, October 31, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) and MBC Group announce the
signature of a multiyear contract for capacity on Eutelsat's new ATLANTIC
BIRD(TM) 7 satellite at 7 degrees West. The lease of a full transponder will
enable MBC to expand its platform of channels addressing viewers in the
Middle East and North Africa, particularly new HD content which the Group is
preparing to launch in January 2012. The announcement was made at Digital TV
Middle East, the broadcast and broadband conference taking place in Dubai
from November 1 to 2.

The new contract cements a 20-year relationship between Eutelsat and MBC
Group which began in 1991 with the launch of MBC1, the first pan-Arab
free-to-air satellite station. Over the past 18 years, MBC has developed a
network comprising ten TV channels, two radio stations and a production
house to forge a leading media and broadcasting group in the Middle East,
among other media platforms such as VOD (shahid.net), SMS and MMS services.
The move into HDTV reflects the Group's commitment to delivering the latest
technology and superior television content.

Launched on September 24, ATLANTIC BIRD(TM) 7 brings first-class
resources to 7 degrees West, an established video neighbourhood delivering
Arab and international channels into almost 30 million satellite homes. The
satellite's significant Ku-band resources enable broadcasters to launch new
Standard Digital and HD content. Its broad footprint expands reach of
satellite TV homes located from the North African Atlantic coastline across
to the Gulf States.

Commenting on the new contract, MBC Group's COO Sam Barnett said: "We
are enthusiastic about this additional capacity on the ATLANTIC BIRD(TM) 7
satellite that will allow us to further expand in the future and meet the
expectations of our loyal viewers across the MENA region."

Andrew Wallace, Eutelsat Chief Commercial Officer, added: "With MBC
Group's selection of ATLANTIC BIRD(TM) 7 as their chosen platform to move
into HDTV we are even more excited about the potential of our new satellite
to partner broadcasters in the Middle East and North Africa. This is a great
start for ATLANTIC BIRD(TM) 7 and we look forward to furthering our
longstanding presence and strong partnerships across the region and playing
our part in the ongoing roll-out of HDTV."

Eutelsat's ATLANTIC BIRD(TM) 7 satellite has replaced ATLANTIC BIRD(TM)
4A at 7 degrees West. The transfer of 400 TV channels onto the new satellite
took place on October 23. Click on the link below for ATLANTIC BIRD(TM) 7's
frequencies for TV reception:

http://www.eutelsat.com/satellites/7w-ab7.html

About MBC Group

MBC Group is the first private free-to-air satellite broadcasting
company in the Arab World. It was launched in London in 1991 and later moved
to its headquarters in Dubai in 2002. Over the past 20 years, MBC Group has
grown to become a well-established media group that enriches people's lives
through information, interaction and entertainment. Based in Dubai, in the
United Arab Emirates, MBC Group includes 10 television channels: MBC1
(general family entertainment), MBC2 and MBC MAX (24-hour movies), MBC3
(children's entertainment), MBC4 (entertainment for new Arab women), MBC
Action (action series and movies), MBC Persia (24-hour movie channel dubbed
in Farsi) , Al Arabiya (the 24-hour Arabic language news channel); Wanasah
(24-hour Arabic music channel) and MBC Drama (24 hour Arabic drama on Paid
TV) and two radio stations: MBC FM (Gulf music), and Panorama FM
(contemporary Arabic hit music); as well as O3 productions, a specialized
documentary production unit. It has also several online platforms:
http://www.mbc.net, http://www.alarabiya.net, and
http://www.shahid.net.

Website: http://www.mbc.net

About Eutelsat Communications

Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL, ISIN code: FR0010221234)
is the holding company of Eutelsat S.A.. With capacity commercialised on 29
satellites that provide coverage over the entire European continent, as well
as the Middle East, Africa, India and significant parts of Asia and the
Americas, Eutelsat is one of the world's three leading satellite operators
in terms of revenues. As of 30 June 2011, Eutelsat's satellites were
broadcasting more than 3,800 television channels. More than 1,100 channels
are broadcast via its HOT BIRD(TM) video neighbourhood at 13 degrees East
alone which serves over 120 million cable and satellite homes in Europe, the
Middle East and North Africa. The Group's satellites also serve a wide range
of fixed and mobile telecommunications services, TV contribution markets,
corporate networks, and broadband markets for Internet Service Providers and
for transport, maritime and in-flight markets. Eutelsat's broadband
subsidiary, Skylogic, markets and operates access to high speed internet
services through teleports in France and Italy that serve enterprises, local
communities, government agencies and aid organisations in Europe, Africa,
Asia and the Americas. Headquartered in Paris, Eutelsat and its subsidiaries
employ just over 700 commercial, technical and operational professionals
from 30 countries.

http://www.eutelsat.com

Source: Eutelsat Communications

MBC Group: Ruba Al Ayed, Group PR Manager, Tel: +971-4-391-999 ext 9825, Mobile: +971-56-6038358, Email: ruba.alayed@mbc.net; For further information Press: Vanessa O'Connor, Tel. : + 33-1-53-98-37-91, voconnor@eutelsat.fr; Frédérique Gautier, Tel. : + 33 1 53 98 37 91, fgautier@eutelsat.fr; Analysts and Investors: Lisa Finas, Tel. : +33-1-53-98-35-30, investors@eutelsat-communications.com; Léonard Wapler, Tel. : +33-1-53-98-31-07, investors@eutelsat-communications.com

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Get set for the First Ever UK Online Poker Series on Sky Poker!

LONDON, October 31, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

The poker experts reveal a week full of guaranteed jackpots

and further prizes

From renowned poker firm, Sky Poker, comes the first ever UK Online
Poker Series. Setting the benchmark for all future online poker
[http://www.skypoker.com ] events, this poker fest takes place between 31
October - 6 November 2011. With eight events to be played over just one
week, the UKOPS is set to become one of the most popular online poker
circuits on the British poker scene. With a GBP140,000 GTD prize fund, visit
SkyPoker.com and start winning!

The first event, starting today 31 October, is an incredibly tantalising
GBP20,000 Bounty Hunter. This first of eight further consecutive events, all
with huge jackpots, promises to get Sky Poker's UK Online Poker Series off
to a great start. Starting at 8pm, players can buy in for GBP110 and start
with 4,000 chips.

The other events include; Tuesday's GBP10,000 Omaha, Wednesday's
GBP10,000 Double Stack, Thursday's GBP25,000 High Roller, Friday's GBP15,000
Rebuy, Saturday's GBP15,000 Turbo Rebuy & GBP10,000 No Limit Hold'em and
Sunday's GBP40,000 Main Event.

As if that wasn't enough, Sky Poker players will be able to win a small
fortune for a small buy-in thanks to UKOPS Satellites. The Satellites run
throughout the week and players can qualify for as little as GBP1.20. Sky
Poker will also be running Micro Satellites throughout the day for micro
prices - as little as GBP2.40.

For more information on everything UKOPS, visit Sky Poker UK

Online Poker Series
[http://www.skypoker.com/poker/sky_lobby/poker-promotions/uk-online-poker-series ]

on SkyPoker.com

About SkyPoker.com.

Sky Poker [http://www.skypoker.com ] is the British Sky Broadcasting's
online poker division, which allows users to play poker online on their
website and screens selected hands from various tournaments and cash games
on Sky Poker TV, allowing players on the site to become the stars of the TV
channel. Sky Poker focuses on UK poker players, with all play at the tables
in pounds rather than dollars, as well as its own Sky Poker Tour around the
country.

Sky Poker is licensed and regulated by the Alderney Gambling Control
Commission (AGCC).

Source: Sky Poker

Dave Bland, Poker Content Manager, Sky Betting & Gaming, 3rd Floor, West Cross House, 2 West Cross Way, Brentford, TW8 9DE, T: +44(0)207-032-4108, E: david.bland3@bskyb.com

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Vince Gill, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban Pay Tribute to Glen Campbell on "The 45th Annual CMA Awards"

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Brad Paisley and former CMA Entertainers of the Year Vince Gill and Keith Urban will pay tribute to Country Music Hall of Fame member and former CMA Entertainer of the Year Glen Campbell during "The 45th Annual CMA Awards." The three guitar virtuosos' performance saluting the legendary singer/musician will be a highlight of "Country Music's Biggest Night(TM)."

"The 45th Annual CMA Awards," hosted by Paisley and Carrie Underwood, airs live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Wednesday, Nov. 9 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network. Previously announced performers include Jason Aldean, The Band Perry, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Sara Evans, Faith Hill, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Scotty McCreery, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Thompson Square, Keith Urban, Chris Young, and Zac Brown Band, plus Kenny Chesney and Grace Potter singing their hit collaboration "You and Tequila;" Rascal Flatts and Natasha Bedingfield singing their current hit duet "Easy;" Lionel Richie performing a medley of hits with Little Big Town, Rascal Flatts, and Darius Rucker; and co-hosts Paisley and Underwood in their first live televised-performance of their No. 1 song "Remind Me."

Campbell was named both CMA Entertainer and Male Vocalist of the Year in 1968, and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2005. The legendary performer has sold more than 45 million albums and recorded such classic hits as "Wichita Lineman," "Gentle On My Mind," "Galveston," "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," "Southern Nights," and "Rhinestone Cowboy." As a musician, Campbell was part of the much-heralded Wrecking Crew that performed on a variety of artists' albums. His guitar prowess is featured on the Beach Boys' seminal album Pet Sounds and on Frank Sinatra's megahit "Strangers in the Night," among others. He acted alongside John Wayne in the movie "True Grit," and hosted "The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour" on television from 1968-1972. Earlier this year, Campbell announced he had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. He is in the midst of his successful Goodbye Tour after releasing his final album, the critically-acclaimed Ghost on the Canvas.

Gill is No. 3 on the list for the most career wins in CMA Award history, having won 18 CMA Awards thus far, including two Entertainer Awards (1993, 1994), five consecutive Male Vocalist Awards (1991-1995, tying him with George Strait for the most wins in that category), two Album Awards (1993 for I Still Believe in You and 1994 for Common Thread: The Songs of the Eagles), and a record-holding four Song of the Year Awards (1991 for "When I Call Your Name," 1992 for "Look at Us," 1993 for "I Still Believe In You," and 1996 for "Go Rest High On That Mountain").Gill served as host of the CMA Awards for 12 consecutive years (1992-2003), a record for hosts of any nationally televised Awards show. He released his new album, Guitar Slinger, last week.

The reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year, Paisley received five nominations in 2011 for Entertainer; Male Vocalist; Album for This is Country Music; andMusical Event and Music Video of the Year for "Old Alabama," featuring Alabama. Paisley has won 14 CMA Awards to date, including three consecutive Male Vocalist Awards (2007-2009) and Album of the Year (in 2006 for Time Well Wasted). This is his fourth consecutive year to co-host the CMA Awards with Underwood.

Urban received two nominations this year: Entertainer and Male Vocalist of the Year. He has won four CMA Awards to date: Entertainer in 2005 and three consecutive Male Vocalist of the Year Awards (2004-2006). Urban's current album is Get Closer.

"The 45th Annual CMA Awards" is a production of the Country Music Association. Robert Deaton is the Executive Producer, Paul Miller is the Director, and David Wild is the writer. The special will be shot in high definition and broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with 5.1 channel surround sound.

Premiere Radio Networks is the official radio packager of the CMA Awards. Chevrolet(TM) is a Proud Partner of the CMA Awards and Official Ride of Country Music. American Airlines is the Official Airline of the 2011 CMA Awards. Macy's is the official presenting partner of the CMA Awards Red Carpet. CMA is a Proud Supporter of DRIVE4COPD.

SOURCE Country Music Association

Country Music Association

CONTACT: Wendy Pearl, +1-615-244-2840, or Scott Stem, +1-615-244-2840, both of CMA; or Denise Carberry, PFA, +1-212-334-6116; or Chandler Hayes, +1-818-460-6530, or Nicole Marostica, +1-818-460-6783, both of ABC

Web Site: http://www.cmaworld.com

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COMEDY CENTRAL® and the New York Comedy Festival Announce Selections for the Second Annual "Comics To Watch" Showcase Featuring the Best Up-and-Coming Young Comedians

"Comics To Watch" Taking Place At Famed Comedy Venue Carolines On Broadway On Wednesday, November 9 With The Event To Be Taped And Premiere On cc.com/standup On Friday, November 11 At 5:00 P.M. ET

"Comics To Watch" Is Presented By Pandora And Hosted By Jeffrey Ross Featuring Comedians Kevin Biggins, Kurt Braunohler, Michael Che, Emily Heller, Sam Morril, Mark Normand, Josh Rabinowitz And Daryl Wright

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The extensive nationwide search has ended and the very best young talent on the comedy scene today has been chosen. COMEDY CENTRAL and The New York Comedy Festival have teamed up again for the second annual "Comics To Watch" showcase taking place at Carolines on Broadway on Wednesday, November 9 which is part of the 2011 New York Comedy Festival, running from November 9-13. The event will be filmed and premiere on cc.com/standup on Friday, November 11 at 5:00 p.m. ET. This year's "Comics To Watch," presented by Pandora® internet radio, is hosted by Jeffrey Ross and features the following comedians: Kevin Biggins, Kurt Braunohler, Michael Che, Emily Heller, Sam Morril, Mark Normand, Josh Rabinowitz and Daryl Wright.

-- Kevin Biggins - has written for "The Cleveland Show" and "Tosh.0" and
performs stand-up in Los Angeles for free beer.
-- Kurt Braunohler - hails from Brooklyn and was most recently seen at the
Edinburgh Fringe Festival where he was nominated (along with Kristen
Schaal) for "Best Comedy Show."
-- Michael Che - a native of Lower Manhattan whose comedy blends street
culture with world issues to hilarious results.
-- Emily Heller - a San Francisco Bay Area native known for her brainy,
sarcastic, unladylike style.
-- Sam Morril - a native New Yorker and winner of the 2011 Laughing Skull
Comedy Festival.
-- Mark Normand - born and raised in New Orleans, is a New York-based comic
who performs at festivals including Montreal, Seattle and Laughing
Skull, as well as colleges and clubs around the country.
-- Josh Rabinowitz - a 23 year-old comedian who was featured in the
breakout artist series of the 2010 New York Comedy Festival and will
appear next year on MTV's "I Just Want My Pants Back."
-- Daryl Wright - born in Washington, D.C., believes the best humor comes
out of real life. He resides in a padded cell with a view.

"Comics To Watch" is a showcase featuring a wide range of diversely talented young comedians. It was created to launch the careers of the next generation of comedians by putting them in front of industry executives and comedy fans. The selection process involved live showcases in multiple cities and online video submissions via comedycentral.com. The all-comedy network and the festival organizers worked closely together to identify the best new stand-up comedians.

Available in 99 million homes nationwide, COMEDY CENTRAL (www.comedycentral.com), the only all-comedy network, is owned by, and is a registered trademark of, Comedy Partners, a wholly-owned division of Viacom Inc.'s (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B) MTV Networks. For up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs visit Press Central, COMEDY CENTRAL's press web site at www.comedycentral.com/press and follow us on Twitter @ComedyCentralPR for the latest in breaking news updates, behind-the-scenes information and photos.

Now in its eighth year, The New York Comedy Festival is produced by Carolines on Broadway in association with COMEDY CENTRAL. Performers at this year's festival include Bill Burr, Louis CK, Ricky Gervais, Kathy Griffin, Jo Koy, Bill Maher, Tracy Morgan, Norm Macdonald, Russell Peters, John Pinette, Sarah Silverman and Wanda Sykes. In 2007, the festival launched the "Stand-Up for Heroes" event to benefit The Bob Woodruff Foundation, which this year features performances by Jim Gaffigan, Jon Stewart, Ricky Gervais, Seth Meyers, Bruce Springsteen and The Max Weinberg Band. The sponsors are Energizer, JetBlue, Miller Lite, Toyota and Pandora. The media sponsors are NBC4, New York Post, Timeout New York, Variety, Verizon FiOS and the Village Voice. For more information on each event and to purchase tickets, please visit www.nycomedyfestival.com.

About Pandora:

Pandora® (NYSE: P) gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well so we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed hand-built musical taxonomy, powers the personalization of Pandora® internet radio by using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the U.S. turn on Pandora to hear music they love. www.pandora.com

SOURCE COMEDY CENTRAL Corporate Communications

COMEDY CENTRAL Corporate Communications

CONTACT: Renata Luczak, +1-212-767-8661, renata.luczak@comedycentral.com, or Aileen Budow, +1-212-767-3952, aileen.budow@comedycentral.com

Web Site: http://www.comedycentral.com

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Notice for Indirect Purchasers of CRT Products

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The following release was issued today by The Notice Company Inc.:

LEGAL NOTICE: If You Bought A Cathode Ray Tube Product, A Class Action Settlement May Affect You. Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) Products include CRTs, Televisions, Computer Monitors, and other products containing CRTs.

You may be affected by a class action lawsuit involving CRT Products purchased indirectly from the Defendant companies. "Indirect" means that you did not buy the CRT Product directly from any Defendant. The lawsuit seeks: (a) nationwide injunctive relief to prohibit the Defendants' behavior that is the subject of the lawsuit and (b) money for indirect purchasers in 24 states.

A Settlement has been reached with Chunghwa Picture Tubes Ltd. ("Chunghwa"). The litigation is continuing against the remaining Defendants. A complete list of defendants is set out in the Detailed Notice available at www.CRTsettlement.com.

What is this case about?

The lawsuit claims that numerous Defendants, including Chunghwa, conspired to fix, raise, maintain or stabilize prices of CRT Products resulting in overcharges to consumers who bought CRT Products such as Televisions and Computer Monitors. The Defendants deny that they did anything wrong. The Court has not decided who is right.

Who is Included?

The "Settlors" include any person or business that indirectly bought in the U.S. (excluding claims under the Washington Unfair Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act) from March 1, 1995 through November 25, 2007, any CRT Product made by the Defendants. Both consumers and resellers are included in the Settlement.

What does the Settlement Provide?

The Settlement provides for the payment by Chunghwa of $10,000,000 in cash, plus interest, to the Settlors. It also provides that Chunghwa will furnish information about the case, including other Defendants' involvement in the alleged conspiracy, to Class Counsel. Money will not be distributed to Settlors yet. The lawyers will pursue the lawsuit against the other Defendants to see if any future settlements or judgments can be obtained in the case and then distribute the funds together to reduce expenses. It is possible that money will be distributed to organizations who are, as nearly as practicable, representative of the interests of indirect purchasers of CRT Products instead of Settlors themselves if the cost to process claims would result in small payments to Settlors.

Who Represents You?

The Court has appointed Mario N. Alioto of Trump, Alioto, Trump & Prescott LLP as "Interim Lead Class Counsel" to represent members of the Settlement Class ("Settlors"). The Settlement Class is defined in Paragraph 1 of the Order Granting Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement with Defendant Chunghwa Picture Tubes, Ltd., which is available at www.CRTsettlement.com. If you are a resident of Illinois or Oregon, you are a member of the Settlement Class but are represented by the Attorney General of your State with respect to your claims under those states' antitrust laws. You do not have to pay these lawyers to represent you. You may hire your own attorney, if you wish, but if you do so you will be responsible for your own attorney's fees and expenses.

What are your Options?

If you wish to remain a Settlor you do not need to take any action at this time. If you don't want to be legally bound by the Settlement, you must exclude yourself in writing by February 1, 2012, or you will not be able to sue, or continue to sue, Chunghwa about the legal claims in this case. If you remain a Settlor, you may object to the Settlement by February 1, 2012. The Detailed Notice describes how to exclude yourself or to object. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California will hold a Fairness Hearing at 2:00 p.m. on March 15, 2012, at JAMS, Two Embarcadero, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94111. The hearing may be moved to a different date or time without additional notice, so it is a good idea to check www.CRTsettlement.com. At this hearing the Special Master will consider whether the Settlement is fair, reasonable and adequate. The Special Master will also consider Interim Lead Class Counsel's request for payment of $2.5 million from the Settlement Fund to be used for expenses incurred in this case. If there are objections or comments, the Special Master will consider them at that time. You may appear at the hearing, but you don't have to. After the hearing, the Special Master will decide whether to approve the Settlement. We do not know how long these decisions will take. Please do not contact JAMS or the Court about this case. Please retain any receipts or other evidence of purchase of any CRT Product. Before disposing of any CRT Product please see the Detailed Notice for recommendations on preserving proof of ownership.

For more details, call toll free 1-800-673-4790, visit www.CRTsettlement.com, or write to CRT Indirect Settlement, c/o The Notice Company, P.O. Box 778, Hingham, MA 02043. Para una notificacion en Espanol, llamar o visitar nuestro website.

SOURCE The Notice Company

The Notice Company

CONTACT: Joe Fisher, +1-781-740-1900, legal@notice.com

Web Site: http://www.notice.com

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Global Superstar Justin Bieber and World-Renowned DJ & Artist David Guetta Round Out the Impressive List of Performers at the "2011 MTV EMA"

KATY PERRY, AMY LEE, HAYDEN PANETTIERE, BAR REFAELI, SHEAMUS, IRINA SHAYK, DAVID HASSELHOFF AND JEREMY SCOTT CONFIRMED TO APPEAR

THE 18th ANNUAL "MTV EMA" WILL PREMIERE ON TR3S: MTV, MUSICA Y MAS AT 6:00PM ET/PT ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH AND mtvU AT 12:00PM ET/PT ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH

LONDON and NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The line-up for the "2011 MTV EMA" is officially complete! MTV today announced worldwide sensation Justin Bieber and GRAMMY®-winning artist/producer/DJ David Guetta with special guest performers will be joining the party in Belfast, Northern Ireland for the world's biggest night in music. Additionally, the list of celebs at the "2011 MTV EMA" has gotten even hotter. Set to make appearances that evening are global pop phenomenon Katy Perry; co-founder and lead singer of Evanescence Amy Lee; actress Hayden Panettiere (Heroes, Fireflies in the Garden); supermodel Bar Refaeli; WWE superstar Sheamus: supermodel Irina Shayk; actor David Hasselhoff;and fashion designer Jeremy Scott.

Hosted by multi-talented singer and actress Selena Gomez, the "2011 MTV EMA" will take place Sunday, November 6th at 9PM CET* in Belfast, Northern Ireland. In the U.S., the show will premiere on Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas onSunday, November 6th at 6:00PM ET/PT, and on mtvU onMonday, November 7th at 12:00PM ET/PT. The "2011 MTV EMA" is sponsored by Dell, Replay, Hyundai and Swatch.

"It's really exciting to be a part of the MTV EMA this year. Can't wait to get to Belfast!!" said Justin Bieber.

"Performing at the "2011 MTV EMA" is a big deal for any artist; but for a DJ, it's a first. I'll be joined by some of my special guest collaborators. I'm excited and honoured - it's going to be a crazy show!" said David Guetta.

Bieber and Guetta joined previously announced performers Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jessie J, LMFAO and Snow Patrol. Queen will be honoured with the Global Icon award and will also take the stage for a special performance. Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, Jenni "JWOWW" Farley and Awkward star Ashley Rickards are confirmed to present, and Jason Derulo will perform during the "2011 MTV EMA Red Carpet Live" pre-show.

About Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber begins his third year on the world stage with the November 1st release of his first Christmas album Under the Mistletoe. The album is a seasonal mix of traditional Christmas standards and newly penned holiday music largely co-written by Bieber. In just two short years Bieber has accumulated more than 13 million Twitter followers, 36 million Facebook friends and 2.2 billion combined views on YouTube and VEVO. Under the Mistletoe is 17-year-old Justin's fifth album release since he first arrived on Island Records/RBMG in November 2009 with My World. My World contained his worldwide debut hit "One Time," the follow-up "One Less Lonely Girl," and two more chart hits, "Love Me" and "Favorite Girl." With that, Justin became the first solo artist in history to send four songs from a debut album into the Top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 prior to the album's release. To date, Justin has amassed more than 11 million in worldwide CD sales.

About David Guetta

With 2009's multi-platinum One Love, two-time GRAMMY®-winning artist/producer/DJ David Guetta cemented his status as a genre-busting hitmaker whose in-your-face fusion of electro and hip-hop beautifully warps the pop landscape. Now, with his fifth studio album Nothing But The Beat, Guetta builds on that breakthrough momentum and takes his decades-spanning career to a frenetic new level marked by bigger hooks and more brain-bending beats. A star-packed powerhouse showcasing today's hottest hip-hop and R&B artists, Nothing But The Beat backs up its high-gloss pop with ingenious electronic stylings that deftly flaunt Guetta's DJ pedigree. In a nod to the driving force behind Guetta's crossover success, the double album also offers an all-instrumental disc designed to turn new listeners on to the hypnotic sound of house music.

About the "2011 MTV EMA"

Viewers can vote for their favorite EMA artists by visiting www.mtvema.com. Lady Gaga leads the pack of EMA nominees with six nods, with Katy Perry and Bruno Mars following closely behind with four nominations. Adele, Justin Bieber and Thirty Seconds To Mars are each up for three awards. Other EMA nominees include Foo Fighters, Snoop Dogg, My Chemical Romance, Jennifer Lopez, LMFAO, Jessie J, Beyonce, Coldplay, Eminem, Arcade Fire, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Far East Movement, Kanye West, Linkin Park, Wiz Khalifa and Kings of Leon. Richard Godfrey and Bruce Gillmer are Executive Producers for the "2011 MTV EMA." For all MTV EMA news and announcements, check out EMA on Facebook and follow us @ EMA Twitter. For MTV EMA press materials, please visit press.mtvema.com.

*check local listings; the show will air tape delayed in some markets.

About MTV:

MTV is the world's premier youth entertainment brand. With a global reach of more than a half-billion households, MTV is the cultural home of the millennial generation, music fans and artists, and a pioneer in creating innovative programming for young people. MTV reflects and creates pop culture with its award-winning content built around compelling storytelling, music discovery and activism across TV, online and mobile. Outside of the United States, MTV is part of Viacom International Media Networks, a division of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. For more information about the "2011 MTV EMA", please visit press.mtvema.com.

SOURCE Viacom International Media Networks

Viacom International Media Networks

CONTACT: Kate Laverge, MTV / Viacom International Media Networks (London), +44-207-284-6144, kate.laverge@mtvne.com; or Bernadette Simpao, MTV / VIMN (New York), +1-917-734-4966, bernadette.simpao@mtvstaff.com

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Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway to Auction Henderson Guitar

Proceeds to benefit youth traditional music education programs throughout the region

ABINGDON, Va., Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Heartwood, located in Abingdon, Va., is conducting a silent auction for a custom Wayne Henderson guitar now through late December. Henderson, a famous Southwest Virginia musician and luthier, handcrafted the guitar specifically for Heartwood.

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Proceeds from the silent auction will benefit youth traditional music education programs and the work of The Crooked Road: Virginia's Heritage Music Trail to preserve and enhance the vibrancy of America's music throughout Southwest Virginia. The auction will run until 10 p.m. Dec. 31, 2011. Bids are accepted online only at auction.myswva.org. Incremental bids must be at least $100 but no more than $1,000 and also entered through the website. The guitar will be awarded at Heartwood's New Year's Eve celebration.

This Henderson guitar is the only one of its kind. Henderson, the 1995 National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow, uses a pocketknife and a few machine tools to create each unique guitar, working daily in his Southwest Virginia shop. This Dreadnought guitar, featuring Brazilian rosewood, is styled after the famous Martin D, a favorite of old time and bluegrass pickers. The waiting list for Henderson's guitars is in the hundreds, with owners such as Eric Clapton, Doc Watson and Tommy Emmanuel.

"We are grateful for the contribution Henderson has made to help support the unique musical heritage of the Southwest Virginia region and in the development of The Crooked Road," said Todd Christensen, executive director, Southwest Virginia Cultural Heritage Foundation. "This is a great opportunity to bid on an exceptional guitar and provide funding for the youth traditional music programs in the region."

Heartwood's hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit heartwoodvirginia.org or call (276) 492-2400.

About Heartwood

Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway is a 30,000-square-foot artisan gateway that features the best of Southwest Virginia's craft, music and food offerings. Located just off I-81's Exit 14 in Abingdon, Va., it is a convenient, unequaled stop for unique shopping and dining and a starting point for people to venture out and experience all that the 19 county, four city region of Southwest Virginia has to offer.

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CONTACT: Caryn Foster Durham, +1-804-405-0943, heartwood@charlesryan.com

Web Site: http://www.heartwoodvirginia.org

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Meredith Completes Acquisition of Every Day with Rachael Ray From Reader's Digest Association

Includes Print and Digital Assets; Adds to Meredith's Food Category Expansion Strategy

Christine Guilfoyle to Rejoin Every Day with Rachael Ray as Publisher

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Meredith Corporation (NYSE:MDP; www.meredith.com) and Reader's Digest Association announced today they have completed the agreement for Meredith to acquire Every Day with Rachael Ray magazine and its related digital assets. In addition, Meredith announced it has finalized a 10-year licensing agreement with Watch Entertainment Inc. for the award-winning brand.

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The acquisition includes the popular magazine that's published 10 times annually with a 7.4 million audience and 1.7 million ratebase. The first issue of Every Day with Rachael Ray published under the Meredith banner will be February 2012, available on newsstands in early January.

"We are energized to bring the Every Day with Rachael Ray brand to market as part of the Meredith portfolio," said Meredith National Media Group President Tom Harty. "It represents a very important piece of the strategy we are executing to significantly enhance our already powerful reach in the food space."

"We are thrilled that we've found a home for Every Day with Rachael Ray and its staff with Meredith," said Dan Lagani, President, Reader's Digest North America. "We've enjoyed working with Rachael and her team, and we are proud of the work we've done since the magazine's launch in 2005."

Harty noted that in the past four months Meredith has strengthened its position as the leader in food content with the:

-- Launch of Recipe.com, a multi-channel food brand that pairs recipes with
digital coupons and savings;
-- Acquisition of the EatingWell Media Group, a multichannel brand focused
on healthy eating;
-- Introduction of six new Special Interest Media food titles, bringing the
total to nearly 40; and
-- Expansion of Meredith's leading food content across a broad array of
tablet products including the iPad, NOOK Color, and the upcoming Kindle
Fire.

Christine Guilfoyle will be rejoining Every Day with Rachael Ray as Publisher. Guilfoyle was the launch publisher of Every Day with Rachael Ray from 2005 to 2007. Under her leadership, the magazine was recognized as the "Launch of the Year" by both Advertising Age and Adweek. Most recently, Guilfoyle served as Publisher of Meredith's More magazine.

"Chris has a strong and deep understanding of the Every Day with Rachael Ray brand, and we feel confident her knowledge and experience will help us continue to build it across multiple platforms and in the experiential marketplace," says Tom Witschi, EVP, Meredith National Media Group, who oversees the More, Fitness, Every Day with Rachael Ray, EatingWell and Diabetic Living brands.

"As I have said before, for me everything is about family, so I am very pleased that our magazine is now officially part of the Meredith family," said Rachael Ray. "And I am thrilled to be reuniting with Chris Guilfoyle, whom I adore. I'm confident Chris will elevate our magazine to new levels, while continuing to over deliver for our advertising partners. Finally, I need to congratulate all the teams who worked tirelessly to make sure this transition would be smooth for our customers who look forward to receiving the award-winning content our fantastic staff create each month."

Prior to joining More, Guilfoyle was the Publisher of Women's Wear Daily, where she was responsible for advertising for WWD and wwd.com. In this post, Guilfoyle led the transformation of WWD from a trade newspaper publisher to a global media brand. During her tenure, the website was re-platformed, social media and mobile applications were launched and monetized, and the global sales staff was fully integrated into all aspects of brand sales.

Before joining Every Day with Rachael Ray, Guilfoyle was advertising director for Meredith's Better Homes and Gardens magazine. During her tenure BHG secured spots on Adweek's "Hot List" and Advertising Age's "A-List." She began her publishing career with positions at People, TV Guide and Omni magazines. Guilfoyle holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Marist College. She currently resides with her family in West Nyack, NY, and will be based in Meredith's New York City office.

"I am really looking forward to reuniting with Rachael, who was always a great partner and collaborator," said Guilfoyle. "This is an amazing opportunity to work again with a brand that I launched and continue to admire in so many ways."

Meredith also announced Linda Fears, Editorial Director, Meredith Food Content, and Editor-in-Chief of Family Circle, will oversee all editorial content. Meredith is currently searching for an Editor-in-Chief of Every Day with Rachael Ray that will report to Fears.

Meredith Chief Development Officer John Zieser added, "We are constantly looking for strategic acquisitions and investment opportunities like this to expand our reach and create shareholder value."

Financial terms of the agreements were not disclosed, and the acquisition will not have a material effect on Meredith's fiscal 2012 financial performance.

About Meredith Corporation

Meredith Corporation (NYSE:MDP; www.meredith.com) is the leading media and marketing company serving American women. Meredith features multiple well-known national brands - including Better Homes and Gardens, Parents, Family Circle, Ladies' Home Journal, Fitness, More, American Baby and Every Day with Rachael Ray - along with local television brands in fast-growing markets. Meredith is the industry leader in creating content in key consumer interest areas such as home, family, health and wellness and self-development. Meredith uses multiple distribution platforms - including print, television, online, mobile, tablets, and video - to give consumers content they desire and to deliver the messages of its advertising and marketing partners. Additionally, Meredith uses its many assets to create powerful custom marketing solutions for many of the nation's top brands and companies. Meredith has significantly added to its marketing solution capabilities in recent years through the acquisition of cutting-edge companies in areas such as digital, mobile, word-of-mouth, social and database marketing.

About Rachael Ray

Rachael Ray is best known as the host of the hit syndicated Emmy Award winning daytime television show "Rachael Ray" produced by CBS Television Distribution in association with Harpo Productions, Scripps Networks and Watch Entertainment. Rachael's warmth, energy, and boundless curiosity also reaches scores of fans through her popular Food Network shows, bestselling cookbooks, her own line of cookware created by Meyer, knives by Furitechnics, signature food ingredients by Colavita and lifestyle magazine Everyday with Rachael Ray. In 2007, Rachael launched the Yum-o! organization, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering kids and their families to develop healthy relationships with food and cooking and in 2008 she partnered with Ainsworth Pet Nutrition to create a line of pet food of which all her proceeds are donated to organizations that help animals in need. For more information, visit www.rachaelray.com.

About The Reader's Digest Association, Inc.

RDA is a global media and direct marketing company that educates, entertains and connects more than 140 million consumers around the world with products and services from trusted brands. With offices in 44 countries, the company reaches customers in 79 countries, publishes 89 magazines, including 50 editions of Reader's Digest, the world's largest-circulation magazine, operates 83 branded websites and sells nearly 40 million books, music and video products across the world each year. Further information about the company can be found at www.rda.com.

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CONTACT: Patrick Taylor, +1-212-551-6984, Patrick.taylor@meredith.com, or Art Slusark, +1-515-284-3404, art.slusark@meredith.com, both of Meredith Corporation; or Charlie Dougiello, +1-646-340-1766, charlie@thedooronline.com, for Rachael Ray; or Gary Davis, +1-646-293-6206, gary_davis@rd.com, for Reader's Digest

Web Site: http://www.rda.com

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Monday, October 31, 2011

Paul's TV Will Carry New JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs

Celebrate Black Friday With Limited Edition 10" Vinyl Releases From Soundgarden, Nirvana and Pete Townshend

THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN North American Premiere Announced As Closing Night Gala at AFI Fest 2011 Presented by Audi

Renowned Custom Car Builders West Coast Customs End Season Two of Their Hit Show Inside West Coast Customs with Special Guest Justin Bieber in "Bieber's Caddy"

Lemon Grove Care & Rehabilitation Center Selected for Innovative Music Therapy Grant

"America's Church Choir" Crowned at the Grand Finale of Verizon's How Sweet the Sound

Radio Host Michael Baisden Invests in Small Businesses with 'Million Dollar Business Pitch' Campaign

"Semillitas," a Toddlers-Preschooler Channel in Spanish, Launched on Verizon's FiOS TV

Pakistan Ambassador to the United Nations Supports Caravanserai: A Place Where Cultures Meet

Paul's TV Will Carry New JVC BlackCrystal(TM) HDTVs

Military Channel Commemorates Veterans Day With Weekend of Programming Honoring Our Armed Forces

Black Women's Roundtable National Empowerment Tour Makes Final Stop in Georgia Before National Summit in D.C.

Azteca America Appoints Marlene Braga as Vice President of Programming

WealthTV is Spreading the Wealth with WBA Championship Boxing

MBC Group Picks Eutelsat's Atlantic Bird? 7 Satellite to Support HDTV Roll-Out Across the Middle East and North Africa

Get set for the First Ever UK Online Poker Series on Sky Poker!

Vince Gill, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban Pay Tribute to Glen Campbell on "The 45th Annual CMA Awards"

COMEDY CENTRAL® and the New York Comedy Festival Announce Selections for the Second Annual "Comics To Watch" Showcase Featuring the Best Up-and-Coming Young Comedians

Notice for Indirect Purchasers of CRT Products

Global Superstar Justin Bieber and World-Renowned DJ & Artist David Guetta Round Out the Impressive List of Performers at the "2011 MTV EMA"

Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway to Auction Henderson Guitar

Meredith Completes Acquisition of Every Day with Rachael Ray From Reader's Digest Association

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