The X PRIZE Foundation, an educational nonprofit prize organization, and Progressive Insurance, the country’s fourth largest auto insurance group, today, at the Historical Society of Washington, D.C., awarded $10 million to three teams who successfully completed the rigorous Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE. The winning teams—Edison2 of Lynchburg, Virginia; X-Tracer of Winterthur, Switzerland; and Li-ion Motors Corp. of Mooresville, North Carolina—emerged from an original field of 111 competing teams, representing 136 vehicle entries from around the world. The winning vehicles were showcased to an audience of auto industry, business and government leaders. Each of the winning teams was also presented with a towering bronze trophy designed by Harry Winston, Inc.
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An estimated 102 million Americans have cholesterol levels that are considered borderline high-risk.1 This staggering fact makes lowering cholesterol one of the most imperative things to do to promote overall heart health. Unfortunately, too few people understand the essential steps in reaching this goal. Metamucil and Dr. Michael Roizen, Chairman of the Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic and host of the upcoming PBS series, “Younger You,” have joined to present the “Five Things Every American Needs to Do to Lower Their Cholesterol” to encourage Americans to lead a proactive lifestyle with small modifications and dietary changes.
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Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) features some of the most eye-catching hotels in the world in its just-issued interactive 2010 Annual Report online at www.marriott.com/investor.
The report includes an executive discussion of the company’s business, a comprehensive overview of Marriott’s 18 brands, and easy-to-navigate financial and performance information. Another highlight—exclusive to the online version— is a five-minute engaging video with Chairman and CEO Bill Marriott and President and COO Arne Sorenson, who along with Marriott’s global team of associates, virtually “open doors” to some of the company’s global portfolio of hotels.
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Kiwanis International and UNICEF have joined forces to save the lives of babies and their mothers by eliminating maternal/neonatal tetanus (MNT), a disease that kills an estimated 60,000 newborns and 30,000 mothers each year. UNICEF Ambassador and actor Tea Leoni delivered the announcement at the 95th Annual Kiwanis International Convention.
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Most are familiar with Astrology in horoscopes found in newspapers and magazines. Basing their destiny on a particular month a person is born in. Following within one of the 12 zodiacal signs : Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagitarrius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces. But unknown to most, Astrology is a complex art that develops an INDIVIDUAL horoscope based on the persons time of birth, city of birth and year of birth.
Astrology Today tracks the various changes and evolutions of Astrology and its developments. Interviewing practicing astrologers such as Glen Perry, Ray Merriman, Monica Dimeano and Chris McRae. Outling the changes from a fatalistic art in the heyday of medieval culture - to the psychological humanistic view.
Despite the fact that Christmas is long past, New Yorkers are experiencing reindeer sightings all over the city. Turns out, an equipment upgrade at the North Pole has led to unexpected – and welcome – career changes for Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen.
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Journey back to the Fading Lands for the long-awaited conclusion of an epic tale of love, magic and destiny.Ellysetta could secure the world for Light or plunge it into Darkness. As the final battle draws near, and the overwhelming Army of Darkness approaches, Rain and Ellysetta must face their fate. To complete the truemate bond or make the ultimate sacrifice to save their world. Learn more about this book: http://bit.ly/dq1yKE Learn more about this author: http://www.clwilson.com Romance and Fantasy
STAND-UP 360: Inside Out™; hosted by Caroline Rhea captures the unmistakable energy of a LIVE New York City comedy show in an unparalleled series of films featuring a line up of top gay comedians, from headliners to break out stars.
An exciting new concept for movie theaters, the STAND-UP 360™ film series offers major bang for the buck; it would take months of repeat visits to a variety of comedy clubs to experience the range and caliber of talent assembled for these films.
STAND-UP 360: Inside Out™
Caroline Rhea (Host)
Judy Gold
Jason Scarlatti
Rick Crom
Michele Balan
Jackie Hoffman
Frank DeCaro
Hedda Lettuce
Michael Brill
Jaffee Cohen
Jenette Sampson
Poppi Kramer
In Theaters Summer 2009!!
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