Newstream.com Digest: Cadillac's 100th Anniversary, Experts Question Accuracy of Blood Pressure Reading Devices, New Hamtaro Toy Line Debuts
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Cadillac's 100th Anniversary
Every year millions of buyers go to the showroom to purchase the latest in automotive technology, innovations and styling. But there are thousands of other motorists, who would rather look to the past to find that special set of wheels. This year, at classic car shows across the country, there is a particular interest in classic Cadillacs, as the venerable brand celebrates its 100th anniversary. A report from General Motors
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Experts Question Accuracy of Blood Pressure Reading Devices
According to the American Heart Association, 50 million Americans over the age of 6 have high blood pressure, and almost a third of them don't know they have hypertension. However, while testing blood pressure can save lives, more and more patients are receiving inaccurate readings. Now some experts are calling into question the accuracy of some of the devices used to read blood pressure.
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International Pop Superstar Gloria Estefan and Emmy-Winning Actor
Jimmy Smits to Co-Host 3rd Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards
GRAMMY(R) and Latin GRAMMY-winning recording artist Gloria Estefan and Emmy Award-winning actor Jimmy Smits will co-host the 3rd Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast, it was announced today. The show will originate from Kodak Theatre in Hollywood on September 18, and be broadcast on the CBS Television Network from 9-11 p.m. (ET/PT). Performers and presenters for the widely anticipated event will be announced shortly.
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Planar's New 19- and 20.1-Inch Flat-Panel Monitors Address Needs of
Demanding Business Applications, Modern Lifestyles
Planar Systems Inc. is heating up the fast-growing, large-format LCD monitor market with two new flat-panel models that provide cutting-edge business and lifestyle features. Extending the company's thin-bezel, high-performance PL product family, Planar's new 19- and 20.1-inch units offer stunning visual performance and comprehensive features.
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Hasbro's New Hamtaro Toy Line Debuts at Toys "R" Us Times Square
With a popular animated series on Cartoon Network, excitement for Hamtaro is everywhere, as Ham-Ham Dancers and Hamtaro-costumed characters joined Hasbro to introduce the new toys to dozens of eager kids!
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CareerSports Soccer Academy: Miami Showcases Talent
Blackburn Rovers, one of Europe's leading soccer clubs and the home club of Brad Friedel, made their mark in South Florida over the weekend and demonstrated the huge benefit of a development program within a full time academy structure favoured by Europe's elite.
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September 2 Issue of ESPN The Magazine is on Sale Today
Photos of four regional covers of the 2002 College Football Season Preview Issue are now available.
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Houston Astros, Minute Maid Hit a 'Grand Slam for Youth'
The Houston Astros and The Minute Maid Company today announced a four-part program to bring the benefits of the national pastime to the young people of Greater Houston.
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Taco Bell(R) 'Peel It Off & Win, Baby!' Instant Game Winner
Claims Jumbo Prize from Austin Powers' Mini Me(TM), Verne Troyer
Taco Bell Corp. today floored several big winners of its "Peel It Off & Win, Baby!" Instant Win Game, including $1 million and MINI COOPER prize recipient Timothy Harmon of Lakeland, Fla. Verne Troyer, who plays Mini Me from the Austin Powers(TM) movie series, attempted to hoard the cash for himself, but finally gave in, awarding the groovy grand prize to 31-year-old Harmon at the Taco Bell(R) restaurant where he obtained the winning game piece.
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Flexcar Accelerates, Puts Bill Scott in Driver's Seat in
Portland Office
Flexcar, the nation's oldest and largest car-sharing company, announced two significant changes to its Portland office today. Bill Scott, former director of the Oregon Economic and Community Development Department for the past decade, is now general manager of the Portland region office. In addition, Dave Brook, former general manager, has joined Flexcar's corporate team in a senior business development and operations role for new markets.
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State Street Research Appoints C. Kim Goodwin Chief Investment
Officer - Equities
State Street Research & Management Company, one of the nation's oldest investment managers, announced today that C. Kim Goodwin will be joining the firm on September 3 as chief investment officer - equities. She will oversee all of the firm's equity investments and will lead a team of over 50 portfolio managers, analysts and traders. Goodwin will report to Richard S. Davis, president and chief executive officer.
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Fast on the Draw and Quick on the Pour?
Did you ever think, "Man, I can tell a joke better than that guy." Or how about, "I can definitely write a better commercial than that." Well, one Milwaukee brewery is telling people to go beer nuts and come up with their own beer-rilliant ideas for the company's next commercials. Here's more on this unique, idea-generating competition.
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