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SANTA BARBARA, CA and WASHINGTON, DC -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 11/11/09 -- INTEGRITY Global Security, a wholly owned subsidiary of Green Hills Software Inc. and the leading expert in providing High Robustness IT security solutions using the INTEGRITY operating system, the first and only operating system to be evaluated by the NSA and certified by NIAP to EAL 6+ and High Robustness, today announced that Paul B. Kurtz has joined the INTEGRITY Global Security Board of Advisors.

Mr. Kurtz is a recognized cyber security and homeland security expert. He served as Special Assistant to the President and senior director on the White House's National Security and Homeland Security Councils under Presidents Clinton and Bush where he was responsible for both physical and cyber security for critical infrastructure protection. He is currently a managing partner at Good Harbor Consulting where he offers strategic counsel for identifying security vulnerabilities and mitigating risks to a variety of clients. Mr. Kurtz was the founding Executive Director of the Cyber Security Industry Alliance (CSIA), an advocacy group dedicated to ensuring the privacy, reliability and integrity of information systems through public policy, technology, education and awareness.

"With increasingly sophisticated adversaries seeking to steal sensitive information and disrupt critical operations in both government and the private sector, we must begin to deploy 'leap-ahead' technology. Solutions built on the EAL 6+ High Robustness INTEGRITY operating system will help us leap ahead of the adversary while not requiring wholesale changes to existing infrastructure. INTEGRITY has been deployed to protect some of our most sophisticated weapons systems and is now available to help protect critical government and private sector IT systems. I am impressed by the INTEGRITY solution and encouraged that we can now be protected from cyber vulnerabilities with INTEGRITY," said Paul Kurtz.

Mr. Kurtz joins two other distinguished members on the INTEGRITY Global Security Board of Advisors: Thomas McMillen, a former three-term Congressman from Maryland and presently Chairman and CEO of the Homeland Security Capital Corporation; and Eugene Habiger, a former Four Star General (USAF, Retired), who served as the Commander in Chief of the U.S. Strategic Air Command as well as having been the Director of Security and Emergency Operations at the US Department of Energy.

"Cyber security is a high priority to the both the Congress and the Administration and having Mr. Kurtz on our Board of Advisors provides us with additional insight and experience in being responsive to the efforts to secure our country's cyber assets. The combination of his public and private sector background and consummate knowledge of cyber security issues, policy and solutions is a great addition to this Board. The sum of their experience, and the counsel they provide, will be invaluable as we move forward to deploy INTEGRITY based solutions within the United States Government," said Michael Liacko, Executive Vice President of INTEGRITY Global Security.

To learn more about how INTEGRITY Global Security can make computing safe for your organization please call 805-882-2500 or visit www.integrityglobalsecurity.com.

About INTEGRITY Global Security, LLC

INTEGRITY Global Security is the leading expert in providing the highest-certified level of IT security solutions for government, military and commercial enterprises. The foundation of INTEGRITY Global Security is INTEGRITY, the first and only operating system technology to be evaluated by the NSA and certified by NIAP to EAL6+ High Robustness for the protection of classified and high value information against well-funded sophisticated attackers. INTEGRITY Global Security is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, with European headquarters in the United Kingdom. Visit INTEGRITY Global Security at visit www.IntegrityGlobalSecurity.com

About Green Hills Software

Founded in 1982, Green Hills Software, Inc. is the largest independent vendor of embedded development solutions. In 2008, the Green Hills INTEGRITY RTOS technology was the first and only operating system to be certified by the NSA to EAL6+ High Robustness, the highest level of security ever achieved for any software product. Our open architecture integrated development solutions address deeply embedded, absolute security and high-reliability applications for the military/avionics, medical, industrial, automotive, networking, consumer and other markets that demand industry-certified solutions. Green Hills Software is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, with European headquarters in the United Kingdom. Visit Green Hills Software at www.ghs.com.

INTEGRITY Global Security(TM), Making Computing Secure(TM), and Military Grade Security for the Enterprise(TM) are trademarks or registered trademarks of INTEGRITY Global Security, LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Green Hills, the Green Hills logo, MULTI, and INTEGRITY are trademarks or registered trademarks of Green Hills Software, Inc. in the U.S. and/or internationally. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Press Contact:
Ira Sockowitz
Book Hill Partners
202-289-3636
isockowitz@bookhillpartners.com

BOISE, ID -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 11/11/09 -- PCS Edventures! (OTCBB: PCSV) today announced the successful implementation of its new Academy of Robotics Labs at multiple THINK Together sites.

THINK Together is one of the largest non-profit after-school organizations in California. PCS has worked with THINK Together for several years and initially implemented a significant number of BrickLabs into the organization's after-school programs three years ago. THINK Together recently received a grant from Edison Electric to increase Math and Science test scores for middle school students. The grant allowed THINK Together to purchase PCS Academy of Robotics Labs, valued at over $170,000, and the labs have now been implemented in 41 middle schools throughout Southern California. Facilitators have finished the professional development training necessary to make the new Robotics program a success.

"Thanks to the generosity of Southern California Edison, Academy of Robotics Labs will now be available to over 11,000 students in our programs at 41 middle school sites during the current school year," stated Randy Barth, Founder and CEO of THINK Together. "The focus of our after-school programs is no longer simply fun and games. When aligned with a child's school day schedule, after-school programs can extend a student's available learning time by up to 50%."

Bill Albert, Vice President of Western Sales for PCS Edventures!, added, "Business, government, and educational leaders are urging a redoubled commitment to strengthen U.S. students' preparation in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education. Through the generous contribution from Southern California Edison and Edison International, PCS Edventures! has integrated the Academy of Robotics Labs into THINK Together's middle school and after-school programs. We are excited about this opportunity to provide our STEM learning systems to thousands of students in Southern California."

About THINK Together

THINK Together, a nonprofit organization, is one of California's largest providers of after-school programs, serving 35,000 students at more than 200 schools and community centers throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. The organization partners with schools, parents and communities to provide a fun and safe place for students to learn and grow. Its objective is to help each student achieve his/her full potential.

THINK Together's public/private partnership programs offer the highest quality of academic enrichment, homework assistance, dynamic physical activities, and nutrition education, while maintaining a fun and safe atmosphere for students.

About PCS Edventures!

PCS Edventures! is the recognized leader in the design, development and delivery of educational learning labs bundled with related technologies and programs to the K-12 market worldwide. The PCS suite of products ranges from hands-on learning labs in technology-rich topics in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) to services rich in imagination, innovation, and creativity. PCS programs operate in over 6,000 sites in all 50 United States as well as in 17 countries Internationally. Additional information is at http://www.edventures.com

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based largely on the expectations or forecasts of future events, can be affected by inaccurate assumptions, and are subject to various business risks and known and unknown uncertainties, a number of which are beyond the control of management. Therefore, actual results could differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. Additional information respecting factors that could materially affect the Company and its operations are contained in its annual report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended March 31, 2009 and Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2009 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Contact Information:

Financial Contact:
Janelle Conaway
1.800.429.3110 X 101
 Email Contact

Investor Contact:
Anthony A. Maher
1.800.429.3110 X 102
Email Contact

Web Site: www.edventures.com

Announces VSO Support For Lung Cancer Legislation

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Lung Cancer Alliance (LCA) salutes all veterans today on Veterans Day and announces the launch of a new webpage with information specifically for veterans on lung cancer -- the leading cause of cancer death among veterans.

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

LCA also announces that major veteran service organizations (VSOs) have gone on record in support of the Lung Mortality Reduction Act, including AMVETS, Disabled American Veterans, Paralyzed Veterans of America and Veterans of Foreign Wars, as well as members of the Veterans Health Council including Vietnam Veterans of America and Veterans of Modern Warfare.

"We extend our support and best wishes to all veterans on this special day of remembrance and recommit our dedication to improving the earlier detection, treatment and outcomes for veterans who are at higher lung cancer risk than the civilian population," said Laurie Fenton Ambrose, President and CEO of LCA.

The Lung Cancer Mortality Reduction Act of 2009 is the first bicameral legislation authorizing a comprehensive program on lung cancer research.

Under the bills, which were introduced earlier this year in the House of Representatives and the Senate, three major departments of government -- Health and Human Services, Defense and Veterans Affairs -- would be required to develop a coordinated approach on research, earlier detection, prevention and treatment to reduce lung cancer mortality significantly over the next five years.

Funding for the mission-oriented program would be contingent of the scope and quality of the plan, which would be reviewed annually by Congress to gauge progress and assure accountability.

The bills specifically cite the higher incidence and mortality rates of lung cancer among veterans.

A new webpage on veterans and lung cancer can be viewed by clicking on the U.S. Flag icon on LCA's homepage at www.lungcanceralliance.org.

LCA is an original founding member of the Veterans Health Council and has worked closely with key VSO's on the Independent Budget (IB), the official funding recommendations of these organizations to the VA and Congress.

For the past three years the IB has included a request for funding for a veterans early detection research program.

Lung Cancer Alliance, www.lungcanceralliance.org, is the only national non-profit dedicated exclusively to providing information, support and advocacy for those living with or at risk for lung cancer. Lung Cancer Alliance is committed to reversing decades of stigma and neglect by empowering patients, elevating awareness and changing health policy.

    Media Contact:
    Kay Cofrancesco
    202-744-1541
    kay@lungcanceralliance.org

SOURCE Lung Cancer Alliance

DANBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Stephen F. Angel, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Praxair, Inc. (NYSE: PX), will address the Oppenheimer 4th Annual Industrials Conference in New York, NY on Tuesday, November 17 at 11:45 a.m. EST.

Angel will discuss Praxair's growth strategies and business outlook.

An audio webcast and presentation will be available on Praxair's web site at www.praxair.com/investors. A replay will also be available after the presentation.

Praxair is the largest industrial gases company in North and South America, and one of the largest worldwide, with 2008 sales of $10.8 billion. The company produces, sells and distributes atmospheric, process and specialty gases, and high-performance surface coatings. Praxair products, services and technologies bring productivity and environmental benefits to a diverse group of industries, including aerospace, chemicals, electronics, energy, food and beverage, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and others. More information on Praxair is available on the Internet at www.praxair.com.

    Source: Praxair, Inc.

GREAT NECK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Andres F. Alonso, Esq., a partner in the law firm of Parker Waichman Alonso LLP, has been appointed to the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee in the Yasmin and Yaz (Drospirenone) Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation (MDL No. 2100) currently pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois.

The Plaintiffs' Steering Committee was appointed by U.S. District Judge David Herndon in an Order dated November 10, 2009. In addition to Mr. Alonso's appointment, Michael S. Burg, Michael London and Mark N. Niemeyer were appointed as Co-Lead Counsel to the Plaintiffs Steering Committee. Judge Herndon also appointed Roger Denton as Liaison Counsel.

More than 100 lawsuits have been filed by women across the United States who claim they suffered strokes, pulmonary emboli, deep vein thrombosis, blood clots, gallbladder disease, and other serious injuries after taking Yaz and Yasmin. Yaz and Yasmin are both made with a type of progestin called drospirenone, making them different from many other oral contraceptives. Drospirenone can elevate the body's potassium levels, which can lead to a condition called hyperkalemia in certain patients. Hyperkalemia may result in potentially serious heart and health problems. Adverse Events reported to the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) involving Yaz and Yasmin include heart arrhythmias, electrolyte imbalance, hyponatremis, hyperkalemia, hyperkalemic arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, bradycardia, myocardial infarction, stroke, transient ischemic attack, blood clots, embolisms, and sudden death.

Yaz is the top-selling oral contraceptive in the U.S. Last year, Yaz and Yasmin generated about $1.8 billion for Bayer. Yaz and Yasmin lawsuits allege that these sales were achieved through a marketing campaign that presented the medications as more than mere birth control pills, and touted them as treatments for premenstrual dysphoric disorder, premenstrual syndrome and moderate acne. Bayer Corporation and the other defendants named in the complaints have been warned at least three times by the FDA over misleading television advertisements which overstate the efficiency of Yaz or Yasmin and minimize serious risks associated with the drugs.

On October 1, 2009, all Yaz and Yasmin lawsuits pending in federal court were consolidated for centralized and coordinated pre-trial proceedings in the Yasmin and Yaz (Drospirenone) Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois before Judge Herndon (MDL No. 2100).

The Plaintiffs' Steering Committee will, among other things, conduct and coordinate the discovery stage of this litigation with the defendants' representatives or committee. The Committee will also act as a spokesperson for all plaintiffs at pretrial proceedings and in response to any inquiries by the Court.

Andres Alonso also serves as Co-Lead Counsel in the Denture Cream Liability Litigation (MDL No. 2051) currently pending before Honorable Judge Cecilia Altonaga in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division.

The other members of the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee appointed by Judge Herndon are:

Daniel Becnel

A.J. DeBartolomeo

Thomas Girardi

Arnold Levin

Jeff Lowe

Roopal R. Luhana

Steven Maher

Trent Miracle

Mark Robinson

Appointments to the Plaintiffs' Steering Committee expire one year from the date of Judge Herndon's order. Appointees to the Committee may apply to be reappointed at that time.

About Parker Waichman Alonso LLP

Parker Waichman Alonso LLP is a leading personal injury law firm that represents plaintiffs nationwide. The firm has offices in New York, New Jersey and Florida. Parker Waichman Alonso LLP has assisted thousands of clients in receiving fair compensation for injuries resulting from defective drugs, medical devices and other products.

For more information on Parker Waichman Alonso LLP, please visit: www.yourlawyer.com or call 1-800-LAW-INFO (1-800-529-4636).

    Source: Parker Waichman Alonso LLP