Entries from August 2009

Aug. 10, 2009 - A caricature of Pres. Obama designed to make him look like Heath Ledger’s version of The Joker from “The Dark Knight” - and emblazoned with the word “SOCIALISM” - are the talk of Los Angeles. Posters with the image are appearing on freeway underpasses and other out-of-the-way spots.
It’s clear to me […]

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It’s time again to take a look at some of the strange and interesting queries from ProfNet, a service that sends us journalist queries and calls for sources dozens of times throughout the day. Enjoy!
LIVING: Parents Dealing with Empty Nest — Lodi News-Sentinel I’m working on a feature story about life after the kids move […]

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Aug. 6, 2009 - With the 40th anniversary of Woodstock nearly upon us, it seems appropriate to take stock of the music business today. iTunes operates the world’s largest music “store” and there are only four major labels, simultaneously broadening humankind’s access to music while setting the stage for the rise of indie recording artists. […]

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Contact: Allison Berger, allison@mediashoppr.com
Mediashop PR, 212-867-8778 x223
HALSTEAD PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT MARKETING TAPPED

TO MARKET AND SELL GRACELINE COURT IN HARLEM
Currently 55% Sold, Halstead Signs on to Sell Out Remaining Units;
Price Amendment Discounts Prices by 10%; Common Charges Free for First Six Months
New York, NY - August 4, 2009 - Halstead Property Development Marketing today announced […]

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Aug. 3, 2009 - Whether 1-800-FLOWERS is the first company to combine e-commerce with a Facebook presence is difficult to verify but it’s certainly getting a great deal of attention for it. The company considers itself an e-tailing pioneer, having been the first to transact business on AOL in 1994.
Other well-known consumer brands such as […]

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