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Breakthrough Modular Technology Unleashes Freedom to Create Virtually Seamless Digital Displays in Any Size, Any Shape, Any Place

CYPRESS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Unique MicroTiles(TM) digital display technology that creates a virtually seamless digital canvas in almost any size or shape - and offers spectacular, crisp visuals at any distance - is now available from Christie(R), a global leader in visual solutions for business, entertainment and industry.

Christie(R) MicroTiles(TM) are modular digital display tiles that can be stacked and clustered like building blocks to create display walls of any shape or scale, using an entirely new, advanced optical design that produces unparalleled levels of brightness, contrast and color reproduction.

The Christie MicroTiles system represents a huge step forward in large-format digital display technology, offering superior color and image reproduction, the widest possible viewing angles, and a near absence of seams on display walls, with only a 1mm gap between the tiles. The groundbreaking LED- and DLP(R)-based system is designed for long, reliable commercial use in public areas, with no lamps or other consumable parts to replace. The LED light engine, a key component of MicroTiles, is rated at 65,000 hours to half brightness usage, or nearly 7.5 years of continuous operation.

With a screen size of 16 inches (408mm) wide x 12 inches (306mm) high, the tiles also feature a shallow depth of only 10 inches (260mm) and require just 2 inches (50mm) of minimal clearance for rear ventilation. Christie engineers designed the MicroTiles to be fully and easily serviced from the front. The tiles are "self-aware" - meaning that time-consuming and costly color calibration needed to keep conventional "video walls" looking uniform, is automatically completed by the sensors built into the MicroTiles.

While the engineering behind the display tiles is extraordinarily sophisticated, walls of tiles are controlled by a simple unit that processes the signal from the most popular digital signage and media players.

Known around the globe for high quality digital projection systems, Christie has had its new tiles in R&D for two years. Technology and visual design experts who've seen sneak previews this year have described the system as "one of the wonders of the world in displays."

"MicroTiles represent a distinct revolution in display technology, that allows users to create their own digital canvas or digital wallpaper," said Bob Rushby, the co-inventor and chief technology officer at Christie. "With MicroTiles, users can express their creativity and vision, and assemble the displays in ways that have previously been unattainable using current flat panel LCD, plasma or LED walls."

"Assemble the tiles any way you like, take them apart and re-assemble them in a new configuration, and they 'recognize' each other every time and adjust the image automatically," Rushby added. "Our partners are discovering new ways of using digital display that would have been impossible or impractical before MicroTiles."

The spectacular image quality and modular flexibility of the MicroTiles system opens up wide possibilities for companies charged with designing and creating large, vivid visual displays for architectural installations, out-of-home advertising, event centers, command and control facilities and retail environments. MicroTiles can easily be incorporated to fit within the physical constraints or opportunities of a building and eliminate all the compromises made when using other display technologies.

"Christie MicroTiles open up a whole new world of possibilities for the various display markets," Rushby added. "They offer an innovative, visually striking digital solution to deliver messages and make them memorable."

Christie MicroTiles will be on display at these North American events:

    --  IAAPA/G2, November 17-20 in Las Vegas, Electrosonic booth # 5659 in the
        Theming and Tech Pavilion
    --  I/ITSEC, November 30-December 3 in Orlando, FL, Christie booth # 1449
    --  Christie MicroTiles Product Showcase, December 9 in New York City.

Christie MicroTiles will be launched in Europe at ISE, February 2-4, 2010, and in Asia in the first quarter of 2010.

For the online press kit, please visit www.christiedigital.com/microtiles.

About Christie

Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of USHIO, Inc., Japan, (JP: 6925), is a leader in visual solutions for world-class organizations, offering diverse applications for business, entertainment, and industry. A leading innovator in film projection since 1929 and a pioneer in digital projection systems since 1979, Christie has an established reputation as a total service provider and the world's single source manufacturer of a variety of display technologies and solutions. With the acquisition of Vista Controls Systems, Corp., Christie offers the most complete and advanced solutions for cinema, live venues, control rooms, business presentations, training facilities, 3D and Virtual Reality, simulation and education as well as industrial and government environments. For more information, visit www.christiedigital.com.

Christie(R) is a registered trademark of Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc.

Christie(R) MicroTiles(TM) is a trademark of Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc.

DLP(R) is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments, Inc.

    Source: Christie

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5b4e03/us_denim_jeans_mar) has announced the addition of the "US Denim Jeans Market Report: 2009 Edition" report to their offering.

The apparel industry has been severely impacted by the global economic downturn but the state of the denim jeans industry is relatively better. The denim industry continues to hold an advantageous position over other apparel categories, owing to longer life span of jeans as compared to other apparel items. Denim defies the fundamental structure of the global economy. While other industries are outsourcing their work to cheaper foreign labor, high cost of manufacturing the jeans in the US is, in fact, a selling point for denim jeans industry.

US retailers of jeans have cut down orders and also their workforce to minimize the impact of economic recession. Manufacturers and retailers are also adopting various pricing strategies in order to offer more entry level products. The premium segment continues to grow but denim manufacturers are reducing prices to focus on cheaper items. Consumers still plan to buy jeans but they are more price-conscious now.

The denim industry is highly competitive with many new brands entering the market during the last few years. Most of these brands were focused on premium denim. These premium denim brands are strategically planning to gain a competitive edge in market share and retail space. Moving ahead in this situation will require companies to surpass consumers' expectations on price and value.

The report focuses on the US denim jeans market - value, growth rate, and segments. It discusses the key trends prevalent in the market. The report provides comprehensive analysis of the men's and women's segment of the market. It also profiles the major brands, including their key business strategies.

Key Topics Covered:

    --  Denim Jeans: An Introduction
    --  Market Size
    --  Market Trends
    --  Competitive Landscape
    --  Company Profiles
    --  List of Tables
    --  List of Charts

Companies Mentioned:

    --  VF Corp
    --  True Religion
    --  The Gap
    --  Levi Strauss

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5b4e03/us_denim_jeans_mar

    Source: Research and Markets

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- To recognize Anheuser-Busch's dedication to partnering with the Latino community in the United States, the company will be recognized with the Corporate Social Responsibility Award from the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF).

The company's partnerships with the Latino community span more than 100 years and include support for a variety of organizations.

The award will be given on Thursday, Nov. 12, at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel, when MALDEF hosts its 35th Annual Los Angeles Awards Gala to recognize civic leaders and corporate citizens for their extraordinary work with the Latino community.

Also being honored will be Actress Eva Longoria Parker, who will receive the Community Services Award; Anthony Solana Jr., who will receive the Excellence in Legal Service Award; and Dr. Rodolfo Acuna, who will be honored with the MALDEF Lifetime Achievement Award.

"Our Honorees this year continue the tradition of not only sacrifice for others but inspiring those around to do more for the community," stated Thomas A. Saenz, MALDEF President and General Counsel. "It is an honor to acknowledge these individuals as a demonstration that we do not stand alone in our mission. Anheuser-Busch has been a courageous and generous supporter of MALDEF over several decades, and Anheuser-Busch's example of steadfast and principled support has aided organizations in the Latino community in incalculable ways."

In choosing Anheuser-Busch for this award, MALDEF noted as one example its considerable support for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF). In the past three decades, the brewer has been the largest corporate contributor in fund-raising efforts for HSF, with the company and its 600 wholesalers nationwide contributing more than $24 million.

"Whether supporting programs to promote Latino education or economic and leadership development, our involvement in the Latino community is just one component of our strong corporate commitment to support causes that are good for society," said Margarita E. Flores, senior director of Community Affairs at Anheuser-Busch.

Overall, and during the past two decades alone, grants and contributions from Anheuser-Busch to support the Latino community have totaled more than $58 million, Flores said. She added that more than 18,000 college students have benefited from scholarships awarded through the HSF.

In choosing Anheuser-Busch for the Corporate Social Responsibility award, MALDEF also cited A-B's leadership in promoting responsible drinking and preventing underage drinking. For nearly three decades, Anheuser-Busch and its wholesalers have invested more than $750 million in community-based programs to promote responsibility and fight alcohol abuse.

"We are proud that our efforts, along with those of many others, have helped reduce underage drinking and drunk driving, and we will continue to be a part of the solution to these issues," Flores said.

Founded in 1968, MALDEF, the nation's leading Latino legal civil rights organization, promotes and protects the rights of Latinos through litigation, advocacy, community education and outreach, leadership development, and higher education scholarships. For more information on MALDEF or to purchase tickets for the gala, please visit www.maldef.org.

For more information on Anheuser-Busch's work in the Latino community, visit www.latinobud.com.

Based in St. Louis, Anheuser-Busch is the leading American brewer, holding a 49.2 percent share of U.S. beer sales. The company brews the world's largest-selling beers, Budweiser and Bud Light. Anheuser-Busch also owns a 50 percent share in Grupo Modelo, Mexico's leading brewer. Anheuser-Busch ranked No. 1 among beverage companies in FORTUNE Magazine's Most Admired Global Companies list in 2009. Anheuser-Busch is a major manufacturer of aluminum cans and one of the world's largest recyclers of aluminum cans. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, the leading global brewer, and continues to operate under the Anheuser-Busch name and logo. For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com.

SOURCE Anheuser-Busch

Governor Beshear Issues Official Proclamation

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 11 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following was released today by the Lung Cancer Alliance:

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081016/LCALOGO)

WHAT: November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. To help raise awareness of the disease and the need to do more to help those impacted, Governor Steve Beshear issued a proclamation officially declaring November Lung Cancer Awareness Month in the state of Kentucky.

WHEN: November 2009

WHERE: Throughout the month of November, LCA-Kentucky volunteers will be representing the lung cancer community at health fairs and scattered events that raise the awareness of lung cancer.

WHO: LCA-Kentucky volunteers include survivors, family members, friends, local leaders and health professionals all willing to speak to the need for increased compassion and support of lung cancer. Lung Cancer Survivor Nancy Alvey and Lung Cancer Oncologist Goetz Kloecker, M.D., are available for interviews.

About Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death both nationally and in Kentucky. In 2009, it will claim more lives than breast, prostate, colon, liver, kidney, and melanoma cancers combined. Of the 4,650 Kentucky residents who will be diagnosed with lung cancer in 2009, more than 60 percent will be never-smokers or former smokers who quit decades ago.

About Lung Cancer Alliance

The Lung Cancer Alliance (www.LungCancerAlliance.org) is the only national non-profit organization solely dedicated to patient support and advocacy for people living with lung cancer and those at risk for the disease. Lung Cancer Alliance is committed to reversing the decades of stigma and neglect by empowering patients, elevating awareness and changing health policy.

Local Lung Cancer Awareness Month Activities

Local volunteer and lung cancer survivor Nancy Alvey will travel to Washington, D.C. to participate in awareness activities with the Lung Cancer Alliance on November 15-17, 2009. Nancy will be a part of legislative training activities on Monday the 16th and will conduct appointments with Kentucky legislators on Tuesday the 17th. One item on the agenda with legislators will be discussing the Lung Cancer Mortality Reduction Act of 2009. Nancy will be delivering letters from both the James Graham Brown Cancer Center in Louisville and the Markey Cancer Center in Lexington in support of this legislation.

The Lung Cancer Mortality Reduction Act of 2009 involves over a dozen federal agencies, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the Department of Health and Human Services, in devising a comprehensive and coordinated plan to address this lethal disease and reduce its mortality.

Local Lung Cancer Alliance volunteers will set up an information booth at the local Louisville Veterans Hospital on Tuesday, November 17th from 8:00-11:00 am. Lung cancer is the number one cancer killer among veterans. Vietnam Veterans have died of lung cancer at a 58% higher rate than veterans who did not serve there.

The November meeting of the local volunteers for the Lung Cancer Alliance will be held at Gilda's Club, 622 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY 40202 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm on Wednesday, November 18th. The meeting is open to anyone interested in learning more about the Lung Cancer Alliance mission.

SOURCE Lung Cancer Alliance

PORTLAND, OR -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 11/11/09 -- Uncle Skunkle Toys, Inc. (UST), a developer of games that not only look good in your living room, but also bring fun and enjoyment to the entire family, is pleased to announce that Bambooga® is among "Dr. Toy's 100 Best Picks Children's Products for 2009."

"We are pleased that Bambooga been recognized by Dr. Toy as an appropriate, safe and engaging learning and developmental game for children," said David Schreiber, President, Uncle Skunkle Toys, Inc. "Our mission is to develop a solid line of games that the entire family can enjoy together. This recognition by Dr. Toy further demonstrates the value of our products when it comes to sparking creative, educational and stimulating fun."

Bambooga is the second Uncle Skunkle Toys game to be recognized by Dr. Toy. In 2007, the highly popular Rapid 4® Wood received a "Top Toy" rating.

About Bambooga

Bambooga is a human puzzle game where players use color wristbands to bind their hands and feet to one another, leading to a sticky mess of people. The goal of the game is to crawl, walk, scoot or jump one's way towards the finish line, all the while maintaining the connections that are determined by a shake of the Bambooga Shaker.

Bambooga is part of a social entrepreneurship project sponsored by Kids Ark Foundation of Thailand. A portion of the proceeds from the manufacturing of Bambooga will be used by Kids Ark to fund projects that support education and improve standards of living. Additionally, Bambooga is safe and eco-friendly, adhering to "green" manufacturing practices with second-generation cloth material and sustainable bamboo construction. Even the packaging is part of the game.

About Uncle Skunkle Toys, Inc.

Uncle Skunkle Toys (UST) was founded in 1996 by J. David Schreiber and Rod Boutin in order to bring to life a thesis project that David had prepared while earning his masters' degree at City University of Seattle. Today, UST is a high-performance based contractor organization that is directly responsible for all distribution, marketing and sales of its products in the U.S. Its family of award-winning products include Rapid 4® and Destruct 3© games.

UST strives to be a socially responsible organization, and manufactures its games using second-generation materials. The company also uses minimal packaging, and every effort is taken to reduce waste during the manufacturing process. UST's team members spend hundreds of volunteer hours every year focusing on building up social entrepreneurship in the regions where they do business. One such program is Kids Ark in Thailand, an organization whose mission is to find a solution to the AIDS epidemic in Thailand, by offering employment opportunities in local villages.

For more information on Uncle Skunkle Toys, visit www.uncleskunkle.com.

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