Newstream.com Digest: Spring Car Care, New TITAN High-Resolution Ultrasound System, `No Computer Should Go to Waste' Dell Recycling Tour
NEW YORK--April 9, 2003--And Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists
Spring Car Care
Hopefully we've seen the last of winter and spring is finally here. But while many of us do a good job of preparing our cars for winter driving, spring brings a whole new set of problems for your car. That's why April has been dubbed "Car Care Month."
A report from General Motors .
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SonoSite Announces New TITAN(TM) High-Resolution Ultrasound System With Maximum Modular Imaging(TM) (MMI)
SonoSite Inc. , the leader in point-of-care ultrasound, today announced the introduction of its new TITAN high-resolution modular ultrasound system. The TITAN system provides health care professionals with state-of-the-art, high-resolution imaging wherever needed for responsive, more rapid patient care.
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Columbus Community Donates and Recycles 30 Tons of Unwanted Computer Equipment as Part of "No Computer Should Go to Waste" Dell Recycling 2003 National Tour
The second stop on a five-city Dell Recycling National Tour attracted hundreds of Columbus-area residents who dropped off 30 tons of unwanted technology equipment at the recycling event at Ohio State University, almost doubling the event collection goal for Columbus.
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Leading Extinguisher Gauge Manufacturer MIJA Introduces a New Era in Monitored Security with EN-Gauge(TM) at ISC/Expo West
MIJA, the proven leader in design, engineering and manufacturing of over two thousand styles of high-quality, low-cost pressure gauges, today announced the successful launch of EN-Gauge(TM), a multi-patented, active monitoring capability for fire extinguishers and extinguishing systems. This new technology allows, for the first time ever, fire extinguishers to become a fully supervised component of a monitored fire alarm or security system. MIJA demonstrated EN-Gauge at the ISC/Expo West in Las Vegas, March 26-28, 2003 and received rave reviews from attendees, other exhibitors and the media.
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Deloitte Consulting Names New CEO
Deloitte Consulting today announced the selection by its Board of Directors of Paul Robinson, 50, as its new Chief Executive-Designate. Robinson's selection is subject to confirmation by a vote of Deloitte Consulting partners worldwide. Mr. Robinson was formerly Global Leader of the firm's Public Sector Practice and a member of Deloitte Consulting's Global Operations Management Committee.
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FileNet Senior Vice President Named Chairman of AIIM International's Board of Directors
FileNet Corporation , the leading provider of Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions, announced Martyn Christian, senior vice president, worldwide field marketing, has been elected chairman of the board of directors for the Association for Information and Image Management (AIIM) International, the preeminent global Enterprise Content Management Association.
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U.S. Chamber to Release Report Card on State Liability Systems
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform will release the findings of its second ranking of state liability systems at a press conference on Wednesday, April 9 at 10 a.m. at Chamber headquarters in Washington. The survey, conducted by Harris Interactive(R) and comprising companies with annual revenues of at least $100 million, will gauge the progress of all 50 states in improving their legal climate.
Video available Thursday.
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2003 Tax Season is No Sweat for Majority of Filers
Contrary to popular belief that Americans are drowning in the complications of tax returns, a recent Snapple/Roper poll revealed that only one in four Americans (28%) said that preparing and filing their income taxes was making them "Go Bananas," or go a little crazy this tax season.
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Make Time for Family Time
Dr. Joyce Brothers, the dean of American psychologists, is a renowned radio personality, noted psychologist, columnist, author, business consultant, wife and mother. She talks about family-oriented video games and how they can help children with problem solving, logical thinking and creativity, plus why video games are an educational alternative to television, particularly with excessive war coverage.
Radio News Feature.
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Troubled Times: Finding Support at Work & Home
All the news about war in Iraq, a shaky economy and continuing threats of terrorism have Americans increasingly on edge -- especially expectant moms. But a new survey shows pregnant women are finding increased support both at home and at work as they try to manage that stress.
Radio News Feature.
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The Tax Filing Homestretch
Procrastination is an American tradition at tax time. But the longer you wait to prepare your return, the more likely you are to make critical, costly mistakes -- and possibly overlook money-saving tax breaks.
Radio News Feature.
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