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Redline's Mobile WiMAX Products Receive WiMAX Forum Certified(R) Mark

TORONTO, Canada, September 24 /PRNewswire/ --

- RedMAX(TM) 4C Mobile WiMAX Subscriber Devices Join Redline's Roster of Proven WiMAX Forum Certified Product; Enables Mobile Service Providers to Offer High-Revenue Personal and Commercial Broadband Services

Redline Communications Group Inc. ("Redline") (TSX and AIM: RDL), a leading provider of WiMAX and broadband wireless infrastructure products, today announced its RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX products have been awarded the WiMAX Forum Certified(R) mark for conformity to the IEEEÂ 802.16e standards for Mobile WiMAX.

The RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX RPM (Redline Personal Modem) subscriber unit has passed the rigorous testing required for WiMAX Forum Certification , verifying that Redline products meet stringent requirements for performance and reliability.

"Achieving the WiMAX Forum Certified mark for our RedMAX 4C subscriber devices further validates that our Mobile WiMAX products deliver the performance and interoperability that our customers need for a successful WiMAX network," said Majed Sifri, President and Chief Executive Officer, Redline Communications Inc. "As the first company to offer a complete WiMAX Forum Certified system, Redline has remained ahead of the crowd in the development of systems that meet and exceed WiMAX industry standards. Redline is now one of the few companies in the world with both Fixed and Mobile WiMAX products that have achieved WiMAX Forum Certification."

The RedMAX 4C RPM is the latest addition to Redline's proven high- performance, high-capacity WiMAX offerings. Incorporating Sequans' SQN1130 Mobile WiMAX SOC (System on a Chip), the RPM is compliant with IEEE 802.16e- 2005 standards for Mobile WiMAX, delivering fast and secure voice, video and data services to residential and SOHO subscribers and providing a profitable business model for operators.

"With today's announcement, Redline now offers five WiMAX products that have received the WiMAX Forum Certification mark," said Monica Paolini , of Senza Fili Consulting. "These milestones, combined with its global footprint of more than 160 trials and deployments of its RedMAX WiMAX products, has positioned Redline among the leaders in delivering true WiMAX technologies that meet carrier's needs."

"We chose Redline as our preferred technology partner based on its proven deployment experience, commitment to WiMAX interoperability, and ability to deliver solutions that meet the specific needs of our customers ," said CP Gurnani, President, International Operations, Tech Mahindra, a leading provider of solutions and services to the telecommunications industry with principal offices in the UK, United States, Germany, UAE, Egypt, Singapore, India, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia, Philippines, Canada & Australia. "WiMAX Forum Certification(R) of the RedMAX 4C RPM Mobile WiMAX device further validates Redline's leadership."

"We are really pleased to have had the opportunity to support Redline in achieving WiMAX Certification for RedMAX(TM) 4C. WiMAX Certification testing requires close collaboration and teamwork between the vendor engineering team and lab staff, which is why AT4 wireless would like to thank Redline for its support and great work during this process" said Jose Rodrigo, COO at AT4 wireless, Inc., the first North American-based certification test laboratory, accredited by the WiMAX Forum in 2007 conducting WiMAX Forum Certification Testing, including Radio and Protocol Conformance testing, Mobile Interoperability testing and Radiated Performance Testing (RPT).

RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX

The RedMAX 4C(TM), which is based on the WiMAX industry's 802.16e-2005 standards for mobile WiMAX, supports a wide range of fixed, portable and mobile wireless services including support Voice and Video over IP, broadband Internet access used to support highly valued education, medical, transportation and municipal applications, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and other advanced communications services. The RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX platform is designed to enable operators to maximize the reach and customer density required for a profitable carrier business model. The RedMAX 4C(TM) includes a modular, standardized (micro)TCA (micro Telecommunications Computing Architecture) chassis base station that is small, lightweight and easy to deploy. RedMAX 4C(TM) will also include a suite of indoor and outdoor fixed and portable end-user devices including laptops, mobile handsets and PDAs. Redline's new WiMAX offering is also designed to facilitate the integration of its existing RedMAX(TM) products with its RedMAX 4C(TM) technologies, providing operators a path to true mobility.

About Redline Communications

Redline Communications (http://www.redlinecommunications.com) is the leading provider of fixed and mobile standards-based wireless broadband solutions. Redline's RedMAX(TM) WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) system, RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX(TM) products, and its award-winning RedCONNEX(TM) and RedACCESS(TM) families of broadband wireless infrastructure products enable service providers and other network operators to cost-effectively deliver high-bandwidth services, including voice, video and data communications. Redline is committed to maintaining its wireless industry leadership with the continued development of WiMAX and other advanced wireless broadband products. With more than 100,000 installations in 85 countries, and a global network of over 170 partners, Redline's experience and expertise helps service providers, enterprises and government organizations roll out wireless broadband networks to support advanced communications.

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Certain statements in this release constitute forward-looking statements or forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws and are made pursuant to the "safe harbour" provisions of such laws. Statements related to potential benefits of, and demand for, Redline's products including statements with respect to the features and benefits that may be achieved through the use of Redline's products and the relative position of these products vis-à-vis competitive offerings in the industry are forward-looking statements which are subject to certain assumptions, risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include such factors as rapid technological changes, long uncertain sales cycles, demand for our products, the introduction of competing technologies, meeting industry standards, regulatory risk, dependent on key partners and resellers and other similar factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Redline to differ materially from the results, performance, achievements or developments expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. Redline assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

For further information: Redline Communications, Carolyn Anderson, Chantelle Bani, canderson@redlinecommunications.com, cbani@redlinecommunications.com, Tel: +1-(905)-479-8344; Equicom Group, Craig Armitage, Vanessa Beresford, carmitage@equicomgroup.com, vberesford@equicomgroup.com, Tel: +1-(416)-815-0700; Canaccord Adams, Neil Johnson, Andrew Chubb, Tel: +44-(0)20-7050-6500

Redline Communications Group Inc.

Micromem interim filings

TORONTO, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Micromem Technologies Inc. (OTC BB: MMTIF) has filed its interim financial statements for the third quarter ended July 31, 2008, together with the Management's Discussion and Analysis, on SEDAR and EDGAR today. These documents may be viewed at http://www.sedar.com/ and by searching EDGAR at http://www.sec.gov/.

Listing: NASD OTC-Bulletin Board - Symbol: "MMTIF" Shares issued: 82,736,779 SEC File No: 0-26005 About Micromem Technologies Inc. --------------------------------

Micromem Technologies, Inc. (http://www.micromeminc.com/) is focused on the development of magnetic random access memory (MRAM) and sensor technology.

Statements in this news release that are not historical facts, including statements about plans and expectations regarding products and opportunities, demand and acceptance of new or existing products, capital resources and future financial results are forward-looking. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, which may cause Micromem's actual results in future periods to differ materially from those expressed or suggested herein. These uncertainties and risks include, without limitation, the inherent uncertainty of research, product development and commercialization, the impact of competitive products and patents, our ability to fund our current and future business strategies and respond to the effect of economic and business conditions generally as well as other risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in Micromem's filings with the Securities & Exchange Commission. There can be no guarantee that Micromem will be able to enter into any commercial arrangements on terms that are favorable to it, or at all. For more information, please refer to Micromem's Annual Report on Form 20-F and its Form 6-Ks as filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Micromem is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any obligation) to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Micromem Technologies Inc.

CONTACT: Jason Baun, Chief Information Officer, 1-877-388-8930

TRX Announces Change in Preparation For 2009TRX Emphasizes Product Focus in Travel Technology and Data Services with the Hosted Software Model

ATLANTA, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TRX, Inc. , a global technology company that develops and hosts software applications to process data records and automate manual processes, announced significant changes to reduce costs and realign resources to leverage the product strategy focused on hosted software development and delivery in travel technology and data services.

"Based on the economic outlook for 2009 and our own previously announced client transitions, we are making changes to ensure the success of our strategic focus on online booking (RESX), reservation processing (CORREX), and data intelligence (TRAVELTRAX and TRX Travel Analytics)," said TRX President & CEO, Trip Davis. "These are hosted technologies with less reliance on large-scale, outsourced processes and services. Our objective is to shorten sales cycles, add more clients, and scale the business."

"The progress in 2008 with the product set, the client base, and the sales pipeline is encouraging," Davis continued. "The changes that we are making now emphasize our clear and desired focus on the technologies where we can lead and grow, delivering value for our clients through automation and analytics. This focus is the heart of our transformation from a labor-intensive outsourcing company to a more nimble and scalable travel technology and data services leader."

"We have a disciplined planning process at TRX, and we are moving decisively to right-size our costs for 2009 and continue investment in our technology product set. Compared to where we began in 2008, we expect our costs in 2009 to be a full one-third lower," said David Cathcart, Chief Financial Officer. "Our projections for the rest of this year are in line with expectations and previously announced guidance for 2008."

About TRX

TRX is a global technology company. We develop and host software applications that process data records and automate manual processes, enabling our clients to optimize performance and control costs. We are a leading provider to the travel industry. We deliver our technology applications in an on-demand environment to travel agencies, corporations, travel suppliers, government agencies, credit card associations, credit card issuing banks, and third-party administrators. TRX is headquartered in Atlanta with operations and associates in North America, Europe, and Asia.

TRX, Inc.

CONTACT: Kira Perdue of Trevelino-Keller Communications Group for TRX,
+1-404-214-0722, extension 101, kperdue@trevelinokeller.com

Web site: http://www.trx.com/

Jinpan International Named to Forbes Asia's Fourth Annual Best Under A Billion List

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Jinpan International Ltd. , a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of cast resin transformers for voltage distribution equipment, today announced that for the second year in a row, the Company was named to the Forbes List of 'Asia's Best 200 Under A Billion.'

Forbes Asia's fourth annual Best Under A Billion list focuses on Asia-Pacific companies with under $1 billion in sales. The winners were culled from 24,155 publicly listed outfits. More than a quarter of last year's companies returned in 2008, including Jinpan.

Mr. Zhiyuan Li, Chief Executive Officer of Jinpan commented, "We are very pleased to be named to the Forbes List of Asia Best 200 for the second consecutive year. This list recognizes compelling companies with consistent sales and profit growth and we continue to strive to set ourselves apart as a leader in the field of cast resin transformers, switchgears, unit substations and wind tower transformer products. Our inclusion on this list is a result of the hard work and dedication of our employees, partners and customers who have made this recognition possible."

Additional information about the company's ranking can be found on http://www.forbes.com/

About Jinpan International Ltd.

Jinpan International Ltd. designs, manufactures, and markets cast resin transformers for voltage distribution equipment in China and other various countries around the world. Jinpan's cast resin transformers allow high voltage transmissions of electricity to be distributed to various locations in lower, more usable voltages. The Company has obtained ISO9001 and ISO1401 certifications of its cast resin transformers. Its principal executive offices are located in Hainan, China and its U.S. headquarters is based in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.

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-- our ability to successfully implement our business strategy;

-- the impact of existing and new competitors in the markets in which we compete, including competitors that may offer less expensive products and services, more desirable or innovative products or technological substitutes, or have more extensive resources or better financing;

-- the effects of rapid technological changes and vigorous competition in the markets in which we operate;

-- uncertainties about the future growth in electricity consumption and infrastructure development in the markets in which we operate;

-- uncertainties about the degree of growth in the number of consumers in the markets in which we operate using mobile personal communications services and the growth in the population in those areas;

-- other factors or trends affecting the industry generally and our financial condition in particular;

-- the effects of the higher degree of regulation in the markets in which we operate;

-- general economic and political conditions in the countries in which we operate or other countries which have an impact on our business activities or investments;

-- the monetary and interest rate policies of the countries in which we operate;

-- changes in competition and the pricing environments in the countries in which we operate;

-- exchange rates; and

-- other factors listed from time to time in the our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, without limitation, our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the period ended December 31, 2007 and our subsequent reports on Form 6-K.

Jinpan International Ltd.

CONTACT: Investors, Mark Du, Chief Financial Officer of Jinpan
International Ltd., +1-201-227-0680; or Bill Zima of ICR, Inc.,
+1-203-682-8200, for Jinpan International Ltd.

Web site: http://www.jstusa.net/

Complex Event Processing Goes Mainstream With TIBCO BusinessEvents 3.0CEP Market Leader TIBCO Builds 40 Percent Market Share While Experiencing 52 Percent Year-over-Year Growth

PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A key benefit of Complex Event Processing (CEP) is the ability of companies to rapidly respond to potential problems or take advantage of emerging opportunities. TIBCO BusinessEvents(TM) detects business behaviors, provides contextual insight to help companies mitigate risk and generate additional profits. Companies can set TIBCO BusinessEvents to act automatically on opportunities to increase customer satisfaction, build loyalty, sell more products and increase efficiency. Unlike many traditional CEP solutions that focus on a limited scope of problems and uses, TIBCO BusinessEvents continues to benefit multiple industry segments and applications.

Southwest Airlines, which carries more than 96 million passengers annually, operating more than 3,400 flights a day with more than 34,000 employees, is one example.

"With TIBCO BusinessEvents, we're able to anticipate potential service disruptions involving flight operations that can affect our customer experience," said Jan Marshall, Southwest Airlines' vice president of technology and chief information officer. "BusinessEvents helps us maintain our on-time industry leadership and continues to improve operational efficiencies in today's tough business environment."

With the launch of TIBCO BusinessEvents 3.0, TIBCO marks another year as the undisputed leader in CEP software with over 40 percent market share -- which is more than twice the closest competitor and 52 percent year-over-year growth according to a the most recent IDC Study(1).

"Vendors that are serious about providing platforms for event-driven systems must have best-of-breed capabilities for predictability, the ability to manage high levels of complexity at ultra fast speeds and interoperability with all styles of CEP," according to Maureen Fleming, director of IDC's BPM and middleware research program. "Perhaps more importantly, CEP platforms must also support the experts skilled at identifying risk and opportunity patterns without forcing these experts to learn how to program."

TIBCO BusinessEvents 3.0 Ã‚dds Revolutionary New Features:

-- Decision Manager: New business user Interface provides simpler access for business users to write rules in their domains of expertise.

-- Events Stream Processing: BusinessEvents query language allows you to continuously query event streams in real-time and take immediate action.

-- Distributed BusinessEvents: Distributed cache and rules engine that provides practically unlimited scalability letting you monitor twice the magnitude of events previously possible.

"TIBCO BusinessEvents allows companies to harness the business behaviors of their smartest employees and automatically scale their best practices across the entire organization. This provides unique insights that enable businesses to see opportunities and act on them immediately," said Ram Menon, executive vice president, worldwide marketing at TIBCO. "Think of it as instant expertise -- it enables your top performing two percent of employees to be digitally distributed across the entire organization."

TIBCO BusinessEvents Enterprise Suite is available immediately. To learn more about TIBCO's CEP, SOA and BPM solutions, visit TIBCO Software Inc. at: http://www.tibco.com/software/complex_event_processing/businessevents/

(1) IDC, Worldwide Event-Driven Middleware 2008-2012 Forecast and 2007 Vendor Shares, Doc # 213956, September 2008

About TIBCO

TIBCO's technology digitized Wall Street in the '80s with event-driven "Information Bus" software, which helped make real-time business a strategic differentiator in the '90s. Today, TIBCO's infrastructure software gives customers the ability to constantly innovate by connecting applications and data in a service-oriented architecture, streamlining activities through business process management, and giving people the information and intelligence tools they need to make faster and smarter decisions, what we call The Power of Now. TIBCO serves more than 3,000 customers around the world with offices in more than 20 countries and an ecosystem of over 200 partners. Learn more at http://www.tibco.com/.

TIBCO, The Power of Now, TIBCO BusinessEvents, BusinessEvents and TIBCO Software are trademarks or registered trademarks of TIBCO Software Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other product and company names and marks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners and are mentioned for identification purposes only.

TIBCO

CONTACT: Phillip Tree of TIBCO Software Inc., +1-650-846-8529,
ptree@tibco.com; or Bill Bourdon of Bateman Group, +1-415-602-1491,
bbourdon@bateman-group.com, for TIBCO

Web site: http://www.tibco.com/

BOOMj.com Expands Its Initiative on Fitness, Diet and Nutrition and Welcomes Sponsors Jenny Craig and Quaker Oats

HENDERSON, Nev., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BOOMj, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: BOMJ) http://www.boomj.com/, the leading social networking community for Baby Boomers and adults over the age of 35, today announced the expansion of its initiatives on nutrition, diet and fitness. BOOMj.com is the undisputed leader in the baby boomer demographic based on recent data from http://www.compete.com/. BOOMj.com has expanded its initiative to help adults stay as healthy and fit as they can be. "As adults age, diet and nutrition become key to wellness and to avoiding chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and heart disease. By partnering with a wide array of companies and organizations BOOMj brings the best advice, information, products and services to our user base," stated Wendy Borow Johnson President of BOOMj Inc.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070131/BOOMJLOGO)

BOOMj is pleased to announce that Quaker Oats has joined BOOMj as a sponsor providing nutrition content, advice and downloadable coupons toward the purchase of Quaker's healthy products including Quaker High Fiber Oatmeal products.

BOOMj is also pleased to welcome Jenny Craig as a sponsor who is offering a "Your Style Profile" quiz on BOOMj.com's homepage. The quiz is designed to allow women to customize their weight loss program and get tips on fitness. This month Jenny Craig is also offering a wide range of recipes for healthy living on BOOMj, including daily meals, snacks, and entertaining menus.

BOOMj has expanded the "Get Fit after Forty" campaign where fitness expert Chazz Weaver interacts with members and gives daily advice on how to recondition regardless of age. Chazz Weaver states, "For adults over 40 it is never too late to get back in shape," Chazz shares his daily journal on re-conditioning with BOOMj members.

BOOMj is pleased to welcome a new expert, Katherine Brooking, a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist who frequently appears on national TV programming including ABC's live with Regis and Kelly. As an expert on http://www.boomj.com/, Katherine will be offering nutrition tips and using her expertise to answer diet questions of BOOMj members.

BOOMj is also expanding its partnership with NESTA (National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association) to provide a directory of sports and fitness trainers. The BOOMj community can now go to the Video player on BOOMj.com site and view the fitness series hosted by the CEO of NESTA, world renowned Fitness expert, John Spencer Ellis. The OC Body brings together fitness experts and health care leaders to share healthy lifestyle tips.

"BOOMj, Inc. is offering unique sponsorship packages for companies like Jenny Craig and Quaker Oats who are committed to helping baby boomers get fit and understand the importance of diet and nutrition. Sponsors like Jenny Craig and Quaker Oats allow BOOMj to continue to expand its wellness initiatives, focus on the importance of diet and nutrition, and expand our personalized solutions for our members," concluded Wendy Borow-Johnson, President of BOOMj, Inc.

About BOOMj, Inc. (TM)

BOOMj, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: BOMJ) owns and operates BOOMj.com http://www.boomj.com/ the leading niche portal with social networking and e-commerce serving Baby Boomers and Generation Jones. BOOMj.com integrates content, social networking, e-commerce, and advertising, in health, finance, politics, technology, entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. BOOMj, Inc. also operates LocalAdLink http://www.localadlink.com/, bringing local advertising to the global market and I-Supply http://www.i-supply.com/, the comprehensive e-commerce solution for websites and social networks. For more information regarding the company, please visit http://boomj.ir.stockpr.com/

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CONTACT: Liz Wong of BOOMj, Inc., +1-949-679-7000, liz@boomj.com

Web site: http://www.boomj.com/

Holland America Line Launches New and Personalized Shore Excursion e-BrochuresInnovative online method puts shore excursion information at guests' fingertips with most up-to-date information - including pricing, departure times and more

SEATTLE, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has launched a new Shore Excursion e-Brochure online system for its guests to view and print shore excursion information for booked cruises. Now, a cruise guest can receive up-to-the minute, personalized information that is specific to the guest's cruise itinerary. This technological Web enhancement allows guests to access and update any shore excursion that applies to their cruise itinerary on a 24/7 basis.

"We strive to personalize each guest's experience and to endeavor to make their interaction with us as easy and enriching as possible," said Richard D. Meadows, CTC, executive vice president, marketing, sales and guest programs. "By giving our guests the flexibility of printing an e-brochure with their shore excursion options that is tailored specifically to their cruise itinerary, we are able to present the exact information they need -- when they need it. Additionally, more and more of our guests applaud our online efforts from an environmental standpoint."

Besides tailoring the Shore Excursion e-Brochures to each guest's ship and sail date, the online versions offer readers the same useful information as the print versions but with two newly added and helpful features: tour pricing and excursion departure times.

How the online system works

By visiting the Shore Excursion page on Holland America's Web site (http://www.hollandamerica.com/), booked guests simply need to input their booking number and last name, click on the "View Your Personalized Shore Excursion Brochure" link and a personalized e-brochure will immediately download. The Shore Excursion e-Brochure will present the guest's name and all available shore excursions for the guest's booked cruise. Guests have the option of continuing their shore excursion viewing online, printing their personalized Shore Excursion e-Brochure for review at a later date or booking their tours immediately. Additionally, guests may review their personalized Shore Excursion e-Brochure from six months to a year before their cruise departure date rather than waiting for a hard-copy version that accompanies guests' cruise documents 30 - 60 days from their cruise departure date. In the five weeks since the Shore Excursion e-Brochure online system has gone live, 20,470 guests have downloaded an e-brochure.

"With the launch of Shore Excursion e-Brochures we've created a way that our guests can leisurely review their shore excursion options in a much timelier manner. This allows guests to book early and to help avoid possible disappointment should the tours that pique their interests potentially sell out," said Meadows.

For more information on cruises and shore excursions, consult a professional travel agent, call 1-877-724-5425 or visit http://www.hollandamerica.com/.

- http://www.hollandamerica.com/ -

About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc ]

Holland America Line's fleet of 14 ships offers nearly 500 cruises to 314 ports in more than 100 countries, territories or dependencies. Two- to 108-day itineraries visit all seven continents, and highlights include Antarctica, South America, Australia/New Zealand and Asia voyages; a Grand World Voyage; and popular sailings to ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Canada/New England, Europe and Panama Canal. A 15th ship, ms Nieuw Amsterdam, is scheduled to join the fleet in 2010.

Fleetwide, the company features Signature of Excellence enhancements, a commitment totaling more than $525 million, that showcase the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine -- a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts provide cooking demonstrations and classes -- Explorations Café powered by The New York Times, teens-only activity areas and all new stateroom amenities highlighted by flat-panel TVs and plush Euro-top Mariner's Dream Beds.

World's Leading Cruise Lines

The highest-rated premium cruise line in the world, Holland America Line is a member of the exclusive World's Leading Cruise Lines alliance, which also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Seabourn Cruise Line and Costa Cruises. Sharing a passion to please each guest and a commitment to quality and value, these lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. The World's Leading Cruise Lines offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations.

CONTACT: John Primeau, Rose Abello PHONE: 800-637-5029, 206-301-5318 FAX: 206-262-5934 EMAIL: pr@hollandamerica.com

Holland America Line

CONTACT: John Primeau, 1-800-637-5029, or Rose Abello, +1-206-301-5318,
both of Holland America Line, fax, +1-206-262-5934, pr@hollandamerica.com

Web site: http://www.hollandamerica.com/

Pearson Announces Pilot Program Results for New Pearson Test of English

LONDON, September 24 /PRNewswire/ --

Pearson today announced that it has successfully completed the final stage of the worldwide pilot program for its new computer-based international academic English language test, Pearson Test of English (PTE).

Pilot testing enabled Pearson to gather information about the technical functioning of the test administration hardware and software. Pearson received valuable feedback about the full range of innovative and integrated item types and obtained direct feedback on test takers' experience and perceptions of the test.

John de Jong, Vice President for Test Development, Pearson, comments: "Pearson developed PTE in response to requests from higher education, government and other customers for a test that more accurately measures the English communication skills of international students in academic environments. Response to the pilot test of PTE was enthusiastic. Test takers appreciated the variety of questions and acknowledged that PTE's authentic content reflects what they would be likely to encounter in an academic setting," he adds.

Information was collected on aspects such as, gender, age distribution, the amount of experience participants had already had with English and the distribution of participants over countries of birth and citizenship. More than 92 % of PTE pilot test takers were 17 to 35 years of age -- the target age for PTE.

PTE was piloted with more than 10,000 candidates in test centers in 21 countries, including China, Japan, India, Australia and the United States. The pilot test included test takers born in 158 different countries speaking 126 different languages.

Launching globally in 2009, PTE delivers real life measures of test takers' language ability to universities, higher education institutions, government agencies and other organizations requiring academic level English. The new test is being developed and offered to students in collaboration with the Graduate Management Admission Council(R) (GMAC(R)).

About Pearson

Pearson Language Tests, is part of Pearson plc (NYSE: PSO), the world's leading international education and information company. It delivers the London Tests of English (LTE) and the London Tests of English for Children (LTEfc) in association with the UK's largest examining bodies, Edexcel. PLT is developing Pearson Test of English (PTE) in collaboration with the Graduate Management Admission Council(R) (GMAC(R)). For further information, visit http://www.pearsonplt.com.

Pearson is an international media company with world leading businesses in education, business information, consumer publishing and testing. Penguin is one of the world's pre-eminent English language consumer book publishers, the Financial Times Group is a highly regarded global source of business news and analysis.

For more information contact pltenquiries@pearson.com.

Web site: http://www.pearsoned.com http://www.pearsonplt.com

Pearson

Pearson Language Tests, +44(0)207-190-5188, Fax, +44(0)207-190-5189

Berliner Communications to Report 2008 Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Year End Results on September 29, 2008Conference Call to be Held at 4:30 p.m. ET

ELMWOOD PARK, N.J., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Berliner Communications, Inc. ("BCI" or the "Company") (BULLETIN BOARD: BERL) , an end-to-end provider of outsourced services for the wireless communications industry, today announced that it will report financial results for the 2008 fiscal fourth quarter and year-end after market close on Monday, September 29, 2008. Management will then hold a conference call to discuss the results at 4:30 p.m. ET, which will be open to the public.

Interested parties may access the call by calling 800-762-8779 from within the United States, or 480-248-5081 if calling internationally, approximately five minutes prior to the start of the call. A replay will be available through October 13, 2008 and can be accessed by dialing 800-406-7325 (U.S.), 303-590-3030 (Int'l), passcode 3924342.

This call is being web cast by ViaVid Broadcasting and can be accessed at http://www.bcisites.com/ or at ViaVid's website at http://www.viavid.net/ or by going to the following link: http://viavid.net/dce.aspx?sid=00005693. The web cast can be accessed until October 13, 2008. To access the web cast, you will need to have the Windows Media Player on your desktop. For the free download of the Media Player please visit: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/en/download/default.asp.

About Berliner Communications, Inc.

Berliner Communications, Inc. and its wholly owned operating subsidiary, BCI Communications, Inc., are headquartered in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. BCI is an end-to-end provider of outsourced services for the wireless communications industry, including planning, deployment and management of network build-outs. BCI provides wireless carriers with comprehensive real estate site acquisition and zoning services, radio frequency and network design and engineering, infrastructure equipment construction and installation, radio transmission base station modification and project management services. For more information about Berliner's services, please visit http://www.bcisites.com/.

Berliner Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Rich Berliner of Berliner Communications, Inc.,
+1-201-791-3200; or Peter Seltzberg of Hayden Communications, +1-212-946-2849,
peter@haydenir.com, for Hayden Communications

Web site: http://www.bcisites.com/
http://www.viavid.net/
http://viavid.net/dce.aspx?sid=00005693

U.S. Appeals Court Affirms Jury Verdict That Qualcomm Infringes Two Broadcom Patents

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Broadcom Corporation , a global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications, announced that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit today upheld a unanimous jury verdict that Qualcomm Incorporated cellular chips and software infringe two Broadcom(R) patents, and upheld the injunction entered by the district court on those two patents. The appeals court also rejected Qualcomm's request for a new trial. The court ruled that a third patent was invalid.

"The appeals court's decision is a major victory for Broadcom in our ongoing effort to protect our intellectual property," said David Rosmann, Broadcom Vice President, Intellectual Property Litigation.

Broadcom filed the infringement case in U.S. District Court in Santa Ana, Calif., in May 2005. On May 29, 2007, a unanimous jury returned a verdict finding that Qualcomm infringed three Broadcom patents and awarded past damages to Broadcom. Late last year, U.S. District Court Judge James V. Selna issued an injunction against Qualcomm designed to stop the company from continuing its infringement of the three Broadcom patents.

In August 2008, Judge Selna found Qualcomm in contempt of his injunction by, among other things, failing to pay royalties to Broadcom on infringing QChat(R) products. Citing the "egregiousness" of Qualcomm's conduct, the court ordered Qualcomm to pay Broadcom the gross profits Qualcomm has earned on its infringing QChat(R) products. Judge Selna further ordered Qualcomm to pay Broadcom's attorneys fees in connection with the contempt proceedings.

The two patents that the appeals court upheld are U.S. Patent No. 5,657,317, which the jury found infringed by Qualcomm's EV-DO technology, and U.S. Patent No. 6,389,010, which the jury found infringed by Qualcomm's QChat chips and software. The third patent, held invalid, is U.S. Patent No. 6,847,686, which relates to video processing technology.

The Santa Ana case is one of several cases in which Broadcom continues to pursue claims against Qualcomm regarding patent infringement, anti-competitive behavior and fraud issues. Qualcomm has either lost or withdrawn all of the patent infringement cases it brought against Broadcom.

About Broadcom

Broadcom Corporation is a major technology innovator and global leader in semiconductors for wired and wireless communications. Broadcom products enable the delivery of voice, video, data and multimedia to and throughout the home, the office and the mobile environment. We provide the industry's broadest portfolio of state-of-the-art, system-on-a-chip and software solutions to manufacturers of computing and networking equipment, digital entertainment and broadband access products, and mobile devices. These solutions support our core mission: Connecting everything(R).

Broadcom is one of the world's largest fabless semiconductor companies, with 2007 revenue of $3.78 billion, and holds over 2,800 U.S. and 1,200 foreign patents, more than 7,300 additional pending patent applications, and one of the broadest intellectual property portfolios addressing both wired and wireless transmission of voice, video, data and multimedia.

Broadcom is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and has offices and research facilities in North America, Asia and Europe. Broadcom may be contacted at +1.949.926.5000 or at http://www.broadcom.com/.

Cautions regarding Forward Looking Statements:

All statements included or incorporated by reference in this release, other than statements or characterizations of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations, estimates and projections about our industry and business, management's beliefs, and certain assumptions made by us, all of which are subject to change. Forward-looking statements can often be identified by words such as "anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "predicts," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," "may," "will," "should," "would," "could," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," similar expressions, and variations or negatives of these words. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause our actual results to differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statement.

Important factors that may cause such a difference for Broadcom in connection with our litigation with Qualcomm include, but are not limited to:

-- our ability to prevail in the various federal and state lawsuits and other proceedings against Qualcomm, including any appeals; -- the ability of our patents to protect our intellectual property and products; -- our ability to enforce our intellectual property rights; and -- the risks associated with litigation in general, including the costs and time that must be devoted to litigation, the potential diversion of attention of management and key employees that may result from being engaged in litigation, and the possibility of adverse results.

Additional factors that may cause Broadcom's actual results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to the list that can be found at http://www.broadcom.com/press/additional_risk_factors/Q32008.php.

Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, recent Current Reports on Form 8-K, and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss the foregoing risks as well as other important risk factors that could contribute to such differences or otherwise affect our business, results of operations and financial condition. The forward-looking statements in this release speak only as of this date. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statement for any reason.

Broadcom(R), the pulse logo, Connecting everything(R) and the Connecting everything logo are among the trademarks of Broadcom Corporation and/or its affiliates in the United States, certain other countries and/or the EU. Qualcomm(R) and QChat(R) are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. Any other trademarks or trade names mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

Broadcom Business Press Contact Bill Blanning Vice President, Global Media Relations 949-926-5555 blanning@broadcom.com Broadcom Financial Analyst Contact T. Peter Andrew Vice President, Corporate Communications 949-926-5663 andrewtp@broadcom.com

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CONTACT: Business Press, Bill Blanning, Vice President, Global Media
Relations, +1-949-926-5555, blanning@broadcom.com, or Financial Analyst, T.
Peter Andrew, Vice President, Corporate Communications, +1-949-926-5663,
andrewtp@broadcom.com, both of Broadcom Corporation

Web site: http://www.broadcom.com/

AVT, Inc. Financing Solutions to Generate Sales in AVT Vending Machines and Systems- Falcon Leasing Provides Competitive Edge for AVT Customers -

CORONA, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AVT, Inc. (formerly Automated Vending Technologies), (Pink Sheets: AVTC), today announced that it has structured several programs with significant competitive advantages for the purchase and payment of new vending machines in collaboration with Falcon Leasing LLC, Foley, Minnesota.

These programs feature low monthly payments arranged by Falcon Leasing, combined with AVT's recent announcement of guaranteed monthly payments to program operators in qualified locations using AVT's digital signage.

Don Polfiet, President of Falcon Leasing, explained that "on approved credit, a vending operator buying 25 AVT vending systems equipped with integrated PCs can expect to have a lease payment of about $100 per month per machine. Combine this leasing program with AVT's guaranteed payment program of $50 dollars per machine per month and you get a program that we are confident will do well in the marketplace."

"Together with AVT, Falcon Leasing has structured several programs that assist the vending operators to afford technology based equipment. We believe this is hard to pass up in today's economy when operators are trying to effectively grow their vending companies," Mr. Polfiet said. Falcon Leasing, an affiliate of Falcon National Bank, is direct lender specializing in providing financing to the vending marketplace. Falcon Leasing processes credit requests up to $150,000 with a one-page application and can grant approvals within 24 hours.

AVT founder Shannon Illingworth stated, "We are excited about working with Falcon Leasing and promoting several financial programs that will aid vending operators in buying AVT equipment that will automate their business and encourage technology and innovation. We anticipate making similar announcements in the next coming months featuring more incentives and additional value in AVT technology based vending and product dispensing systems."

ABOUT AVT:

AVT, Inc. (Pink Sheets: AVTC) is a vending solutions provider based in Corona, California that has developed several significant vending machine technologies that yield a more efficient and reliable yet technically advanced system. This advanced technology provides methods for cashless payment, credit card and debit card use, dynamic advertising with remote tracking and inventory management. AVT has grown privately for five years and has a strong balance sheet with current revenues, inventory and assets. AVT currently serves more than 300 government and commercial vending accounts in Southern California.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including the failure to complete successfully the development of new or enhanced products, the Company's future capital needs, the lack of market demand for any new or enhanced products the Company may develop, any actions by the Company's partners that may be adverse to the Company, the success of competitive products, other economic factors affecting the Company and its markets, seasonal changes, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The actual results may differ materially from those contained in this press release. The Company disclaims any obligation to update any statements in this press release.

Contact: AVT, Inc. James Winsor 951-737-1057

AVT, Inc.

CONTACT: James Winsor of AVT, Inc., +1-951-737-1057

Pro-Dex, Inc. Receives Nasdaq Notice Letter

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- PRO-DEX, INC. today announced that it has received a Nasdaq Staff Deficiency Letter on September 23, 2008 indicating that the Company fails to comply with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing set forth in Marketplace Rule 4310(c)(4). The letter gives the Company notice that the Company's bid price of its common stock has closed under $1.00 for the last 30 business days.

Pursuant to Nasdaq Marketplace Rule 4310(c)(8)(D), the Company has been provided an initial period of 180 calendar days, or until March 23, 2009, to regain compliance. The letter states the Nasdaq staff will provide written notification that the Company has achieved compliance with Rule 4310(c)(4) if at any time before March 23, 2009, the bid price of the Company's common stock closes at $1.00 per share or more for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days, although the letter also states that the Nasdaq staff has the discretion to require compliance for a period in excess of 10 consecutive business days, but generally no more than 20 consecutive business days, under certain circumstances.

If the Company cannot demonstrate compliance with Rule 4310(c)(4) by March 23, 2009, the Nasdaq staff will determine whether the Company meets The Nasdaq Capital Market initial listing criteria set forth in Nasdaq Marketplace Rule 4310(c), except for the bid price requirement. If the Company meets the initial listing criteria, the Nasdaq staff will notify the Company that it has been granted an additional 180 calendar day compliance period. If the Company is not eligible for an additional compliance period, the Nasdaq staff will provide written notice that the Company's securities will be delisted. At that time, the Company may appeal the Nasdaq staff's determination to delist its securities to a Listing Qualifications Panel.

Pro-Dex, Inc. with operations in Irvine, California, Beaverton, Oregon and Carson City, Nevada, provides a pathway to product solutions never envisioned by customers. A unique blend of creativity and systemic discipline enables us to develop and manufacture innovative designs that powerfully complete a customer's strategic product offering. Pro-Dex leverages extraordinary human collaboration and superior technical capability to power and control products used in medical, aerospace, military, research and industrial applications requiring high precision in harsh environments. With expertise in multi-axis motion control, fractional horsepower motors and rotary drive systems, we identify and create unexpected value for our customers.

Pro-Dex, Inc.

CONTACT: Mark Murphy, Chief Executive Officer of Pro-Dex, Inc.,
+1-949-769-3200; or Jeff Stanlis, Investor Relations, of Hayden
Communications, Inc., +1-602-476-1821, for Pro-Dex, Inc.

Web site: http://www.pro-dex.com/

How Sweet The Sound Names Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Philadelphia's Best Church ChoirRegional Round of National Singing Competition Featured Performance by Gospel Great CeCe Winans and Expert Judging by Award-Winning Gospel Artists Marvin Sapp, Hezekiah Walker and CeCe McGee

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless announced Mount Pleasant Baptist Church as the Overall Winner of the Philadelphia-area semi-final round of How Sweet The Sound(SM), the search for the nation's best church choir. As an added highlight of the evening, multiple GRAMMY(R), Stellar and Dove award-winning artist CeCe Winans performed with the winning choir. The Philadelphia semi-finalist winners include:

-- V CAST People's Choice Award: The Lord's House Ministries -- Small Category Winner: Mount Pleasant Hidden List Baptist Hidden List Church -- Large Category Winner: The Lord's House Ministries

Philadelphia marks the mid-point of the 11-market tour, which culminates in Atlanta on Nov. 8. Mount Pleasant Baptist Church now joins other regional winners -- New Sunny Mount Missionary Baptist Church (St. Louis), Atlanta West Pentecostal Church (Atlanta), Grace Baptist Church (Newark, N.J.), Burning Bush International Ministries (Detroit) -- and choirs to be named as they compete in the grand finale for a cash prize of up to $30,000 and the title of the best church choir in America.

GRAMMY-winning songwriter, producer, arranger and music director, Donald Lawrence, serves as tour emcee and, at the finale, he will be joined by Marvin Sapp, Hezekiah Walker and other guest celebrity judges.

Verizon Wireless' How Sweet The Sound tour continues in the following U.S. cities:

-- September 26: Washington, D.C. (Verizon Hidden List Center) -- September 29: Chicago (United Center) -- October 2: Memphis, Tenn. (FedExForum) -- October 6: Houston (Toyota Hidden List Center) -- October 10: Oakland, Calif. (ORACLE Arena) -- October 13: Los Angeles (LA Memorial Sports Arena) -- November 8: How Sweet The Sound Finale Concert in Atlanta Hidden List

Tickets can be purchased via Ticket Master or the venue Box Office and are $7 for floor seats and $5 for upper level seats.

Music fans planning to watch their favorite choirs compete during this event are encouraged to bring their no-longer-used wireless phones and donate them to the Verizon Wireless HopeLine(R) program. Phones will be collected at booths set up at different locations throughout the concert venues.

HopeLine is Verizon Wireless' exclusive phone recycling and reuse program that collects no-longer-used wireless phones, batteries and accessories in any condition from any wireless service provider to benefit victims of domestic violence. Proceeds from the HopeLine program are used to provide wireless phones and cash grants to local shelters and non-profit organizations that focus on domestic violence prevention and awareness. Since 2001, HopeLine has collected more than 5 million phones and awarded more than $5 million in cash grants to domestic violence agencies and organizations throughout the country.

Those who cannot make it to the show can drop off their used wireless phones, batteries and accessories at any Verizon Wireless Communications Store at any time of the year.

For more information about Verizon Wireless and the HopeLine program, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com/hopeline.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 68.7 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 70,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD). For more information, go to: http://www.verizonwireless.com/. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Sheldon Jones of Verizon Wireless, +1-215-638-5668,
Sheldon.Jones@verizonwireless.com; or Samantha Kane of PMK|HBH,
+1-212-373-6132, Samantha.Kane@pmkhbh.com

Web Site: http://www.verizonwireless.com/
http://www.verizonwireless.com/hopeline
http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia

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Interact Holdings Group, Inc. Provides Market & Shareholder Update

ATLANTA, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Interact Holdings Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets: IHGR) announced today it is providing the market and its shareholders an update on the progress of the Company.

In August of 2008, the Company announced the negotiations for its first acquisition as well as a Letter-of-Intent to purchase a recurring-revenue contract in the "Quadruple-Play" market-space.

Interact Holdings Group, Inc. is in continued discussions with the potential acquisition candidate. The Company does not anticipate the finalization of terms and closing of the acquisition until the 1st Quarter of 2009. The potential acquisition is a leader in the "Quadruple-Play" market-space and would add $9 million in annual revenues to Interact Holdings Group, Inc. in 2009.

The Company has rescinded its offer to purchase the recurring-revenue contract announced on August 26th, 2008. In completing its due-diligence, the purchase price of the contract would have not have provided a sufficient return-on-investment in years one through four. The Company is currently performing due-diligence on other contracts which provide the same service, but would allow the Company to realize a return-on-investment within 12 months. The Company is looking for contracts which provide no less than a 20% annual return.

For more information, visit http://www.interactholdings.com/

Safe Harbor Statement: This release contains forward-looking statements with respect to the results of operations and business of Interact Holdings Group, Inc., which involves risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual future results could materially differ from those discussed. The Company intends that such statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, and all other forward-looking statements be subject to the "Safe Harbors" provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Interact Holdings Group Inc.

CONTACT: William Yates, Interact Holdings Group Inc., +1-678-388-9857,
Info@InteractHoldings.com

Web site: http://www.interactholdings.com/

TRW at IAA Truck 2008 (Hall 13, Stand B76): TRW Highlights Safety and Fuel Efficient Technologies

DUSSELDORF, Germany, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. will highlight its range of commercial vehicle systems and components at the IAA Truck technical showcase in Hanover, Germany, with a particular focus on how the Company is raising the intelligence of safety systems with its driver assistance (DAS) technologies for the truck market and its fuel efficient steering system for light commercial vehicles.

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"IAA Truck is a great opportunity for TRW to demonstrate its capabilities supporting the truck manufacturers' desire to improve safety, comfort and fuel efficiency," commented Alexander Wiertz, sales and engineering director, Europe, TRW Automotive Commercial Steering Systems. "This year we're introducing a new rack & pinion steering system for heavy commercial vehicles as well as highlighting some recent innovations to improve safety for trucks."

TRW Automotive supports the commercial vehicle market in the areas of commercial steering, suspension, safety systems, advanced driver assist systems, steering wheels, fasteners and the aftermarket.

Fuel efficiency for LCVs

Dr. Dieter Fehlings, engineering director, steering systems for TRW Automotive, added: "We are showcasing our electrically powered hydraulic steering (EPHS) system for light commercial vehicles. TRW's testing has demonstrated that, with up to 0.3 litre fuel saving per 100 km and related CO2 savings of approx 7g/km, this technology can support fleet owners and individual drivers of the service vans that often have high weekly kilometer rates."

TRW's EPHS was launched earlier this year on the Citroen Berlingo and Peugeot Partner vans.

Dr. Fehlings added: "EPHS can be developed for the full range of minivans including full-size step vans with increasingly powerful versions of up to 1 KW of hydraulic power (1,000 watts). TRW's EPHS system provides a maximum rack assist force of 18 kN, making it suitable for loads of up to 6 tonnes in gross weight.

"TRW's EPHS systems can also feature advanced speed proportional steering technology. This flexible tuning capability allows TRW's EPHS system to adapt to different driving conditions, providing a comfortable setting for parking and city driving, while delivering a safe and robust feel at higher speeds. There is also the option for EPHS to vary assist levels depending on the vehicle loading information provided by other vehicle subsystems."

Intelligent safety

Dr. Alois Seewald, global director, systems integration for TRW Automotive, said: "TRW has developed Driver Assist Systems that sense the driving environment, analyse the situation and provide an appropriate response - whether that is driver warning, gentle support or intervention to mitigate the severity of a crash."

TRW has developed original equipment and aftermarket Adaptive Cruise Control for a number of truck manufacturers. TRW has also developed Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist systems and Forward Collision Warning systems that utilize video and mid-range radar systems at highly competitive costs.

About TRW

With 2007 sales of $14.7 billion, TRW Automotive ranks among the world's leading automotive suppliers. Headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, USA, the Company, through its subsidiaries, operates in 27 countries and employs more than 66,000 people worldwide. TRW Automotive products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist systems, braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, occupant safety systems (seat belts and airbags), electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services. All references to "TRW Automotive", "TRW" or the "Company" in this press release refer to TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. and its subsidiaries, unless otherwise indicated. TRW Automotive news is available on the internet at http://www.trw.com/ .

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains statements that are not statements of historical fact, but instead are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We caution readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties which can cause our actual results to differ materially from those suggested by the forward-looking statements, including those set forth in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 (our "Form 10-K"), and in our Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarters ended March 28 and June 27, 2008, such as: loss of market share, production cuts and capacity reductions by domestic North American vehicle manufacturers and a market shift in vehicle mix in North America and resulting restructuring initiatives, including bankruptcy actions, of our suppliers and customers; sharply increasing commodity inflationary pressures adversely affecting our profitability and supply base, including any resulting inability of our suppliers to perform as we expect; escalating pricing pressures from our customers; our dependence on our largest customers; product liability, warranty and recall claims and efforts by customers to alter terms and conditions concerning warranty and recall participation; strengthening of the U.S. dollar and other foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations impacting our results; work stoppages or other labor issues at our facilities or at the facilities of our customers or suppliers; our substantial debt and resulting vulnerability to an economic or industry downturn and to rising interest rates; risks associated with non-U.S. operations, including economic uncertainty in some regions; potential contraction in consumer spending and production cuts in Europe; assertions by or against us relating to intellectual property rights; the possibility that our largest shareholder's interests will conflict with ours; and other risks and uncertainties set forth in our Report on Form 10-K and in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We do not undertake any obligation to release publicly any revision to any of these forward-looking statements.

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CONTACT: Lynette Jackson, TRW Automotive Europe-Asia Pacific,
+44 121 506 5315, lynette.jackson@trw.com, John Wilkerson, TRW Automotive-
North America, +1-734-266-3864; Christiane Bourquin, pr people (Germany),
+49 (0)221-5341 088-31, c.bourquin@pr-people.de, for TRW Automotive

Web site: http://www.trw.com/

comScore Is Named the Fastest Growing of the 34 Largest Global Market Research FirmscomScore Global Revenue Grew 463 Percent Over the Past Five Years, Three Times the Rate of the Next Fastest Growing Company

RESTON, Va., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- comScore, Inc. , a leader in measuring the digital world, today announced that it was recently recognized as the fastest growing global market research firm in the 12th annual Inside Research report on growth rates of the world's largest market research firms. With $87 million in revenues in 2007, comScore posted a five-year revenue growth rate of 463 percent, triple that of the second fastest-growing company on the list.

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The next fastest-growing competitors, Market Probe Inc. and Direction Research Inc., posted growth rates of 154 percent and 116 percent, respectively. The average growth rate for all firms listed was 57 percent during the five year span, or approximately 9 percent on an annualized basis. comScore's compound annual growth rate for the period was 41 percent per year.

"The recognition of comScore by Inside Research as the fastest-growing global research firm over the past five years is a reflection of the millions of hours of hard work that comScorians have put into building the company into what it is today," said Magid Abraham, President and CEO of comScore. "It is also a testament to the value of the market intelligence that comScore provides to over 1,100 companies who are navigating and deriving benefit from the rapidly evolving digital landscape every day. comScore's commitment to cutting-edge innovation remains a cornerstone of our business strategy as we look to continue our exceptional growth."

About comScore

comScore, Inc. is a global leader in measuring the digital world and preferred source of digital marketing intelligence. For more information, please visit http://www.comscore.com/boilerplate.

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CONTACT: Andrew Lipsman of comScore, Inc., +1-312-775-6510,
press@comscore.com

Web site: http://www.comscore.com/

Pearson Announces Pilot Program Results for New Pearson Test of English

LONDON, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearson today announced that it has successfully completed the final stage of the worldwide pilot program for its new computer-based international academic English language test, Pearson Test of English (PTE).

About Pearson

Pearson Language Tests, is part of Pearson plc , the world's leading international education and information company. It delivers the London Tests of English (LTE) and the London Tests of English for Children (LTEfc) in association with the UK's largest examining bodies, Edexcel. PLT is developing Pearson Test of English (PTE) in collaboration with the Graduate Management Admission Council(R) (GMAC(R)). For further information, visit http://www.pearsonplt.com/.

For more information contact pltenquiries@pearson.com.

Pearson

CONTACT: Pearson Language Tests, +44(0)2071905188, Fax,
+44(0)2071905189

Web site: http://www.pearsoned.com/
http://www.pearsonplt.com/

SureWest Communications Refinances Term Loan Into a Long-Term Facility Through 2012Facility Reinforces SureWest's Strong Balance Sheet and Long-Term Business Plan, while Providing Financial Flexibility to Continue its Strategic Capital Expansion to Drive Revenue Growth and Profitability

ROSEVILLE, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Leading independent communications holding company SureWest Communications announced today that it has entered into an unsecured Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement ("Amended Credit Agreement") with CoBank, ACB ("CoBank") and Union Bank of California ("UBOC") as an assignee to refinance the short-term $30 million term loan that extends the maturity date from February 2009 to May 2012. The facility consists of $15 million each from CoBank and UBOC.

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In connection with the February 2008 acquisition of Everest Broadband, Inc. in the Kansas City region, SureWest entered into a $60 million term loan with CoBank; $30 million of which was repaid with a portion of the proceeds from the divestiture of the company's Wireless assets in May 2008. The extension of the remaining $30 million term loan facility to 2012 places it in line with the maturity dates of the company's other revolving and term loan credit facilities under this Amended Credit Agreement.

"We are very pleased to continue our partnership with CoBank while embarking on a new relationship with UBOC," said SureWest President and CEO Steve Oldham. "That this agreement took place during a period of historic financial dislocation in the bank and financial markets speaks volumes about the confidence our banking partners have in our long-term business plan and growth opportunities. Our credit facilities remain unsecured and provide us with flexibility as we continue our strategic capital expansion plans and deliver the most bandwidth in the markets we serve.

"Customers in our Sacramento and Kansas City markets will benefit from this agreement as we continue to expand our fiber-to-the-home network to more potential subscribers-providing them access to one of the nation's fastest and most reliable triple-play communication offerings of TV, Internet and telephone services."

The Form 8-K SureWest filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission today containing applicable interest rates, retirement provisions, coverage ratios, and other terms and conditions can be found at http://www.surw.com/ir under "SEC filings."

About SureWest

SureWest Communications (http://www.surewest.com/) is one of the nation's leading integrated communications providers and is the bandwidth leader in the markets it serves. Headquartered in Northern California for more than 90 years, the company expanded into the Kansas City region in February 2008 and offers bundled residential and commercial services that include IP-based digital and high-definition television, high-speed Internet, Voice over IP, and local and long distance telephone. Its fiber-to-the-premise IP-based network in the Sacramento region features the fastest symmetrical Internet speeds in the nation at up to 50 Mbps. In its Kansas City market (http://www.everestkc.com/), 75 percent of the company's customers subscribe to at least three services.

Contacts: Ron Rogers Corporate Communications 916-746-3123 r.rogers@surewest.com Misty Wells Investor Relations 916-786-1799 m.wells@surewest.com

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CONTACT: Ron Rogers, Corporate Communications, +1-916-746-3123,
r.rogers@surewest.com, or Misty Wells, Investor Relations, +1-916-786-1799,
m.wells@surewest.com, both of SureWest Communications

Web site: http://www.surewest.com/
http://www.everestkc.com/

Northrop Grumman Introduces New Series of Multisensor Speed Logs for Maritime Market

LONDON, September 24 /PRNewswire/ --

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is introducing a new family of multisensor marine speed log products at the 2008 SMM maritime technology exhibition in Hamburg, Germany this month.

A photo accompanying this release is available at: http://media.primezone.com/noc/

The NAVIKNOT 600 series of products, which are being marketed under the Sperry Marine brand, are based on a new satellite speed sensor that yields dual axis speed over ground.

The satellite speed log can serve as a standalone device or be integrated with a single-axis electromagnetic or Doppler speed log. The three-way satellite-electromagnetic-Doppler combination provides maximum built-in flexibility and redundancy.

The NAVIKNOT 600 systems use a twin GPS antenna array to measure the ship's heading, velocity, course and attitude. The unit's processor uses the GPS data, integrated with output from rate gyros, to calculate longitudinal and transverse speed over ground with accuracy of +/- 1 percent or 0.1 knots, whichever is greater. In the docking mode, the display shows a graphic diagram with rate of turn, bow and stern side-to-side speed over ground and other useful data.

Speed log data is shown on a large, bright, high-resolution display screen. A range of remote control and digital and analog repeater displays are also offered.

"The new NAVIKNOT 600 series products augment and enhance our lineup of NAVIKNOT marine speed logs, which have established a longstanding reputation for accuracy and reliability," said J. Nolasco DaCunha, vice president of Sperry Marine. "They are designed for easy, low-cost installation on all types and sizes of vessels, including pleasure yachts, commercial ships and naval platforms."

The NAVIKNOT multisensor speed logs are type approved by Germanischer Lloyd to the European Union Marine Equipment Directive 96/98/EC.

Sperry Marine, headquartered in Charlottesville, Va., and with major engineering and support offices in New Malden, United Kingdom and Hamburg, Germany, provides smart navigation and ship control solutions for the international marine industry with customer service and support through offices in 16 countries, sales representatives in 47 countries and authorized service depots in more than 250 locations worldwide.

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For commercial sales inquiries, contact Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine by phone, +1-434-974-2656 or by e-mail, sales_commercial@sperry.ngc.com. For military sales inquiries, call +1-434-974-2134 or e-mail sales_military@sperry.ngc.com. Visit our Web site at http://www.sperrymarine.northropgrumman.com.

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AT&T Ohio Marks One-Year Anniversary of Statewide Video Reform Legislation; Rapid Deployment of AT&T U-verse Benefits Ohio ConsumersVideo Reform Legislation Leads to Investment and Strong Market Response for Enhanced TV Experience

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T Inc. today announced that AT&T U-verse(SM) TV is now available to 600,000 living units in Ohio, marking a significant expansion since the enactment of Ohio Senate Bill 117 (S.B. 117) one year ago today. In the past year, AT&T U-verse TV has redefined the television experience for Ohio consumers by using a 100 percent digital platform that enables new, innovative features and provides a desired alternative to cable services.

"Thanks to the foresight of the Ohio General Assembly and Gov. Ted Strickland, consumers throughout the Buckeye state now have a choice when it comes to their TV provider," said Tom Pelto, president, AT&T Ohio. "Senate Bill 117 has paved the way for increased value and innovation in pay TV and greater investment in the state of Ohio."

S.B. 117, sponsored by Sen. Jeff Jacobson, reformed Ohio's video franchising system, bringing the benefits of video competition to Ohio consumers by establishing statewide uniform standards that streamlined the authorization process and encouraged competition and new investment. S.B. 117 passed by large bipartisan majorities in both the Ohio Senate and Ohio House. Gov. Strickland finalized reform efforts by signing the bill, which became effective Sept. 24, 2007.

AT&T is fulfilling its commitment to invest $500 million in Ohio as a result of these reforms. Over the next several years, the company will continue to invest in fiber network upgrades, further broadband deployment and Internet-based technologies to bring new services to Ohio consumers. As part of this effort, AT&T is also completing work to equip its remaining wire centers, primarily in rural areas, with broadband technology.

New jobs have also resulted from reform efforts and the significant expansion of AT&T U-verse.

AT&T estimates that several hundred jobs throughout the state -- at least 470 from AT&T alone -- have been created to upgrade the network and provide cutting-edge television services to Ohioans.

"The Communications Workers of America (CWA) is glad to be part of the effort with Gov. Strickland to bring both jobs and choice to many Ohio consumers," said Seth Rosen, CWA district four vice president. "Our members are working hard to make AT&T U-verse services available to more and more customers across the state."

AT&T U-verse is now available in parts of nearly 200 Ohio communities, including Akron, Canton, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton and Springfield.

"More Ohio consumers are realizing that AT&T U-verse TV is more than just TV; it's about a complete entertainment experience," said Amanda Harris, general manager of AT&T Ohio. "U-verse TV offers better choice, a huge HD lineup, popular programming and greater control and features. This new video choice is exceeding all expectations in Ohio."

The rapid expansion of AT&T U-verse in Ohio mirrors the growth of U-verse services nationwide. AT&T had 549,000 U-verse customers at the end of the second quarter and is on track to reach more than 1 million customers by the end of 2008.

Ohio customers can choose from a variety of U-verse packages, which include popular programming options, unmatched features and prices that start as low as $44 a month, depending on the selected programming and Internet packages (other monthly charges apply).

Since introducing U-verse services in Ohio, AT&T has launched several new features that take advantage of its 100 percent Internet Protocol (IP)-based platform. IP technology helps U-verse TV offer advanced capabilities that customers don't get from other local providers, such as the ability to record four programs at once on the digital video recorder (DVR), Web and Mobile Remote Access to the DVR, and access to more than 45 High Definition (HD) channels.

The interactive features -- available to customers at no extra charge -- that were added in the past year and further differentiate U-verse TV from cable include:

* AT&T Online Photos from Flickr, which lets you simply and conveniently browse the photos you've uploaded to flickr.com and watch slide shows on your U-verse TV screen from the comfort of your couch.

* AT&T U-bar, which brings customizable weather, stock, sports and traffic information to the U-verse TV screen, without interrupting the current program. AT&T High Speed Internet subscribers can personalize the U-bar from the AT&T portal to display weather at specific locations, your personal stock portfolio and scores for your favorite sports teams.

* Yahoo! Sports Fantasy Football, which allows you to track the progress of your fantasy football team -- including current team matchups and league standings -- directly from your TV screen through the AT&T U-bar. YELLOWPAGES.COM TV, for fast and easy searches to find local businesses and other information via your TV screen.

* AT&T Yahoo! Games, so you can now play your favorite online games -- including Sudoku, Solitaire, JT's Blocks, Mah-jongg Tiles and Chess -- on the TV screen.

Earlier this year, AT&T introduced AT&T U-verse Voice, a next-generation digital voice service delivered over the AT&T U-verse IP network. U-verse Voice completes the company's IP triple play and brings together your AT&T home phone, wireless, broadband and TV services -- all on one bill -- with unique features that provide a new level of integration, convenience and control.

AT&T is the only national provider to offer a 100 percent IP-based television (IPTV) service, making AT&T U-verse TV one of the most advanced television offerings available anywhere. AT&T is deploying next-generation video services, including AT&T U-verse TV, as part of its mission to connect people with their world, everywhere they live and work, and do it better than anyone else.

Customers who want additional information on AT&T U-verse TV -- or to find out whether it's available in their area - can call 800-ATT-2020, visit http://uverse.att.com/ or stop by the nearest AT&T retail location.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates, AT&T operating companies, are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. In 2008, AT&T again ranked No. 1 on Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list and No. 1 on America's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/.

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Lufthansa Technik, OGMA Receive Excellence Awards at AVIATION WEEK's MRO Europe Conference

MADRID, Spain, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- AVIATION WEEK today presented its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Europe 2008 awards of excellence to Lufthansa Technik and OGMA-Industria Aeronautica de Portugal at its MRO Europe Conference & Exhibition in Madrid's IFEMA Convention Center in front of nearly 300 aviation industry professionals, executives and media representatives. The ceremony was part of a two-day conference and tradeshow for 3,000 aviation maintenance and safety experts from around the globe.

Lufthansa Technik received the 2008 Best European Airline MRO of the Year Award, as selected by editors at Overhaul & Maintenance (O&M). The award honors Lufthansa Technik's commitment to environmental stewardship; its investment in personnel training, research and innovation; and its consistent business success. "Lufthansa Technik is committed to innovation, as evidenced by its composites work expansion and its Cabin Innovation Center, which is scheduled to open to Hamburg in December," said Lee Ann Tegtmeier, Managing Editor of Overhaul & Maintenance, as she presented the award to August Wilhelm Henningsen, Chairman and CEO of Lufthansa Technik.

"Overhaul & Maintenance selected OGMA to receive the Best European Independent MRO of the Year Award because of its commitment to the environment, health and safety; its forward-looking developments in aerostructures, highlighting composite materials and repair technologies; and its dexterity in providing maintenance and fleet management solutions to customers in military, commercial and executive aviation," said Frank Jackman, Editor-in-Chief of Overhaul & Maintenance. "OGMA leads by example with its environmental certification, and it is committed to reducing both pollution and occupational hazards." With customers in more than 45 companies worldwide, OGMA celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. Eduardo Bonini, Chairman of OGMA, accepted the award on behalf of his company.

The conference features Fernando Conte, CEO, Iberia; Fernando Pinto, CEO, TAP Portugal; Abdel Aziz Fadel, Chairman & CEO, EgyptAir Maintenance and Engineering; John Byers, CEO, Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies; Lorin Dumitrescu, Deputy Technical Director, Tarom Romanian Air Transport; Paul Horstink, SVP, Maintenance and Engineering, Martinair; Denis Vercherin, Chairman & CEO, Snecma Services; and other prominent figures in the global MRO industry. The exhibition hall hosts nearly 200 companies representing MRO product and services suppliers.

MRO Europe 2008 is presented by AVIATION WEEK, the largest multimedia information and services provider to the global aerospace and defense industries. Additional information is available online at http://www.aviationweek.com/conferences/meumain.htm.

About AVIATION WEEK

AVIATION WEEK, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, is the largest multimedia information and services provider to the global aviation, aerospace and defense industries, and includes the publications Aviation Week & Space Technology, Defense Technology International, Business & Commercial Aviation, Overhaul & Maintenance, ShowNews, Aviation Daily, The Weekly of Business Aviation, Aerospace Daily & Defense Report and the World Aerospace Database. The group's website, http://www.aviationweek.com/, offers the industry's most reliable news, information, search and online community tools. Premium content services include the Aviation Week Intelligence Network, MRO Prospector, and the new Top-Performing Companies Benchmarking Tool. The group also produces prominent conferences, exhibitions and management forums around the world.

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Oracle and HP Deliver Outstanding Result on SAP SD-Parallel Standard Application BenchmarkOracle(R) Database with Oracle Real Application Clusters Demonstrate Superior Performance and Availability on HP Integrity Blades While Achieving Near Linear Scalability

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Oracle OpenWorld --

News Facts -- Continuing to demonstrate the superior performance and scalability leadership of Oracle(R) Database, Oracle (http://www.oracle.com/index.html) today announced a leading 16-core result on the three-tier SAP(R) Sales and Distribution Parallel (SD-Parallel) Standard Application Benchmark running the SAP ERP 6.0 application(1). -- Running HP-UX 11i v3 on a 4-node HP Integrity Blade BL860c server cluster, each with two dual-core Intel(R) Itanium(R) 1.66GHz processors, Oracle Database with Oracle Real Application Clusters achieved 4,325 SD-Parallel Benchmark users, achieving the leading 16-core result on the three-tier SAP SD-Parallel Standard Application Benchmark on an Intel(R) Itanium(R) -based platform. The three-tier configuration also utilized HP StorageWorks 4400 Enterprise Virtual Array. In addition, Oracle and HP delivered outstanding single system and 2-node results on this platform. When measured from one-, two-, and four-node configurations, as documented and certified by SAP AG, Oracle Database with Oracle Real Application Clusters on HP Integrity BL860c server blade running HP-UX 11i v3 shows an extraordinary 95 percent scalability, achieving 1,165, 2,220 and 4,325 SAP SD-Parallel Benchmark users while maintaining superior performance and availability(2,3). -- Today's announcement supports Oracle's strategy of delivering complete, integrated and end-to-end product suites on an open, standards-based middleware and database architecture. Oracle's approach helps customers to simplify computing environments, lower cost and risk, and provides greater choice and flexibility. Supporting Quotes -- "This benchmark further solidifies Oracle Database's leadership in delivering a scalable, high-performance platform for complex enterprise applications," said Juan Loaiza, senior vice president, Systems Technology, Oracle. "When it comes to meeting the mission-critical demands of enterprise customers, Oracle continues to outpace the competition." -- "Customers that need a reliable, energy-efficient infrastructure can look to HP Integrity server blades and HP StorageWorks EVAs to cost-effectively manage their growing data," says Lorraine Bartlett, director of server marketing, Business Critical Systems, HP. "This benchmark result is more proof that HP Integrity server blade and StorageWorks solutions, together with the Oracle Database, deliver high availability, scalability and reliability to help protect customers' mission-critical data." Supporting Resources -- Oracle Database (http://www.oracle.com/database/index.html) -- Oracle Benchmarks (http://www.oracle.com/solutions/performance_scalability/index.html) -- Innovate Faster with Oracle Database 11g (http://tinyurl.com/5oszgv) -- Download a free, evaluation version of Oracle Database 11g (http://tinyurl.com/2xk6bn) -- About SAP Standard Application Benchmarks (http://www.sap.com/solutions/benchmark/index.epx) Terms, conditions and restrictions apply. About Oracle

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Motorola and NII Holdings, Inc. Announce Commercial Launch of Melody, Motorola's Next-Generation iDEN(R) NetworkNew core design reduces CAPEX and OPEX costs by offering scalable growth capability

SANTIAGO, Chile, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Motorola, Inc. and NII Holdings, Inc. , one of the world's leading providers of fully integrated mobile communication services designed to meet the needs of customers, today announced the commercial launch of Melody, Motorola's next-generation iDEN dispatch and telephone interconnect core switching platform in order to provide enhanced service to Nextel's clients in Chile. NII Holdings is the preferred wireless provider among Latin America's high-value customers, offering a differentiated communication solution that integrates high quality push-to-talk (PTT) and customer-demanded data services in select Latin American markets.

The new Melody platform lets push-to-talk and telephone interconnect users roam and seamlessly communicate with other iDEN subscribers in four NII Holdings markets -- Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Peru -- as well as with iDEN subscribers in the United States. The Melody switching core platform also has the ability to elegantly scale up in capacity over time to serve several million dispatch and interconnect subscribers and to expand to more than 1,000 cell sites.

"This launch represents yet another milestone for our company as we seek to satisfy the demand for high-value services in Chile," said Alan Strauss, NII Holdings vice president and chief technology officer. "Melody will allow us to offer enhanced capacity and service to our subscribers now and in the long term, as it possesses the right hardware architecture and scalable capacity to meet our current and future business needs."

"The iDEN Melody core architecture is a state-of-the-art design. It is a major mid-life network architecture upgrade program that will provide low-cost, scalable capacity to ensure long-term economic growth capability for iDEN network operators worldwide," said Fred Wright, Motorola's senior vice president for Cellular and iDEN Infrastructure Business.

The new iDEN Melody dispatch and interconnect architecture utilizes the latest advanced telecom computing architecture (ATCA) hardware, which is becoming the wireless telecom industry standard platform for many new products. The new ATCA-based Melody switching core has all the same features and scalable capacity as the first-generation, high-capacity iDEN core design but occupies about one-tenth the amount of floor space and has significantly lower power consumption and operating costs for the iDEN operator. The Melody platform is planned to be generally available in Q4 2008 for new iDEN market opportunities.

Motorola currently has iDEN networks operating with 25 operators in 23 countries worldwide with more than 24 million subscribers.

About NII Holdings, Inc.

NII Holdings, Inc., a publicly held company based in Reston, Va., is a leading provider of mobile communications for business customers in Latin America. NII Holdings, Inc. has operations in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Peru and Chile offering a fully integrated wireless communications tool with digital cellular voice services, data services, wireless Internet access and Nextel Direct Connect(R) and International Direct Connect(TM), a digital two-way radio feature. NII Holdings, Inc., a Fortune 1000 company, trades on the NASDAQ market under the symbol NIHD and is a member of the NASDAQ 100 Index. Visit the Company's website at http://www.nii.com/.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications. The company develops technologies, products and services that make mobile experiences possible. Our portfolio includes communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility solutions, digital set-tops, cable modems, mobile devices and Bluetooth accessories. Motorola is committed to delivering next generation communication solutions to people, businesses and governments. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.6 billion in 2007. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit http://www.motorola.com/.

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McGraw-Hill's Math Connects Receives Top Scores in Washington State Superintendent's Report

NEW YORK, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Math Connects, a vertically aligned PreK-8 basal math program from Macmillan/McGraw-Hill and Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, is a top contender for the core K-8 mathematics curriculum in Washington schools statewide. This new, innovative curriculum received top scores among nearly two dozen math programs in the state superintendent's instructional materials review conducted this summer.

Math Connects is the only true vertically aligned mathematics curriculum. Vertical alignment provides learners with an articulated, focused, and coherent sequence of content throughout Grades PreK-8. It ensures that content standards and units of study are introduced, reinforced, and assessed, and that instruction is targeted to student needs and state standards.

Math Connects was built with two goals in mind: success at each grade level and future student success in Algebra I and beyond. This is supported by a recent College Board study, which found that nearly 80 percent of students who successfully complete Algebra I and Geometry by Grade 10 will succeed in college. These findings were consistent for students of every ethnic and socioeconomic background.

The program offers digital solutions to further conceptual understanding. For example, teachers have the option to use standalone digital or print versions or a combination of the two. For students, lessons come alive with animations as they learn concepts and practice skills in a fun and motivating way. Other digital tools include CD-ROM and online content, digital assessment tools, customizable PowerPoint, personal tutors, audio support, self-check quizzes, interactive games, and much more. Digital resources are interactive whiteboard ready.

Advance Tracker, an innovative online learner management system, provides teachers with the ability to monitor student progress and provide data-driven intervention and differentiated instruction. Strategic intervention options are offered for all grades too, with intensive intervention references to Math Triumphs, a Tier 3 companion intervention program.

In addition to hands-on conceptual development opportunities, Math Connects helps students become independent problem solvers through strategy lessons, investigation lessons (they choose the strategy that works best for them), cross-curricular problem solving lessons (like solving math problems in music), and Real-World Problem Solving Readers that extend these skills and strategies through applications in science and social studies.

For additional support, the program is horizontally aligned with two programs developed with funds from the National Science Foundation to give teachers and administrators additional tools to help meet assessment goals; IMPACT Mathematics, a research-based math program for Grades K-5, and Mathscape: Seeing and Thinking Mathematically, a comprehensive math program for Grades 6-8.

About Macmillan/McGraw-Hill

Macmillan/McGraw-Hill is part of McGraw-Hill School Solutions Group (MHSSG). The group combines Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, which focuses on Grades PreK-6, and Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, which serves Grades 6-12. MHSSG is the only major educational publishing business to provide a comprehensive approach to the development of print and digital instructional materials from pre-kindergarten through high school. Additional information is available at http://www.macmillanmh.com/.

About Glencoe/McGraw-Hill

Glencoe/McGraw-Hill is part of McGraw-Hill School Solutions Group (MHSSG). The group combines Macmillan/McGraw-Hill, which focuses on Grades PreK-6, and Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, which serves Grades 6-12. MHSSG is the only major educational publishing business to provide a comprehensive approach to the development of print and digital instructional materials from pre-kindergarten through high school. Additional information is available at http://www.glencoe.com/.

About McGraw-Hill Education

McGraw-Hill Education, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, is a leading global provider of print and digital instructional, assessment and reference solutions that empower professionals and students of all ages. McGraw-Hill Education has offices in 33 countries and publishes in more than 60 languages. Additional information is available at http://www.mheducation.com/.

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Verizon Teams With Cisco to Offer New Productivity-Enhancing Services Using Cisco Collaboration PortfolioLatest Collaborative Tools Can Help Businesses of All Sizes Work Smarter

BASKING RIDGE, N.J. and SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- In today's fast-paced global marketplace, effective collaboration is the key to achieving a competitive advantage. To help organizations maintain that edge, Verizon and Cisco announced Wednesday (Sept. 24) a strengthened, joint go-to-market strategy focused on the innovative delivery of collaborative solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Verizon will expand its overall suite of unified communications and collaboration tools based on the new Cisco collaboration portfolio. New services will include components of Cisco Unified Communications System Release 7.0 and Verizon-developed collaborative business applications based on Cisco's new WebEx Connect platform. These services are aimed at enhancing communications and collaboration between and among employees, partners, customers and vendors, while enabling companies to achieve eco-friendly benefits through reduced travel and lower carbon emissions.

"Businesses of all sizes are looking for solutions that enable them to communicate better and collaborate more easily, and Verizon has the answers," said John Stratton, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for Verizon Communications. "Teaming with Cisco will help us further accelerate delivery of the latest technologies to the marketplace, enhancing our ability to help small to large businesses work smarter and meet their productivity goals."

(Note: A webcast news conference hosted by Robert Lloyd, senior vice president of the U.S., Canada, and Japan for Cisco Systems, and featuring John Stratton, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for Verizon, will take place today at 2:30 p.m. ET at http://newsroom.cisco.com/dlls/2008/prod_092208c.html.)

Tony Bates, senior vice president of the service provider group for Cisco, said, "Effective, efficient collaboration is a critical component of sustainable competitive advantage. By teaming up with Cisco on collaboration solutions, Verizon is able provide its customers with the tools they need to innovate, adapt and thrive in the global marketplace."

As part of its extensive suite of advanced business solutions, Verizon will offer to its large-business and government customers served by Verizon Business managed services support for Cisco Unified Communications Manager and Cisco Unified Contact Center, an advanced suite of tools that seamlessly integrates voice over IP (VoIP), instant messaging, conferencing and contact center tools to help organizations enhance work flow and communications. Verizon will also develop a customized business application based on the new WebEx Connect platform for its small- and medium-sized business customers served by Verizon Telecom. The new services will be available in the coming months.

The ability for Verizon to accelerate delivery of the latest technologies to the marketplace is part of Verizon and Cisco's go-to-market strategy so that customers of all sizes can gain early access to the latest technological advances.

Cisco Unified Communications Release 7.0 provides an integrated system designed to handle business communications needs from IP telephony, mobility and messaging, to call center management and sales-force productivity tools.

Cisco WebEx Connect is a new network-based application platform for collaborative business application integration, known as "mashups." WebEx Connect includes many standard applications, such as instant messaging, team spaces, document management, calendaring and Wikis, which can be combined with third-party widgets built using open application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable companies to work from a single workspace.

Verizon Is Businesses' Partner for Unified Communications & Collaboration

Verizon provides a robust product portfolio of unified communications and collaboration solutions using its network as the foundation to deliver innovative communication solutions to businesses of all sizes. Verizon Business offers conferencing, mobility, VoIP, contact centers, and managed and hosting solutions as well as professional services capabilities to help ensure communication systems are secure and performing well. Verizon Telecom offers a variety of award-winning products and services for small and-medium sized businesses including voice, Internet, television, wireless, Internet protocol, and managed and hosted solutions.

Through years of service and system integration experience and expertise, Verizon delivers solutions that make sense for companies of all sizes as they make the transition to a unified communications and collaboration framework.

About Verizon

Verizon Communications Inc. , headquartered in New York, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 69 million customers nationwide. Verizon's Wireline operations include Verizon Business, which delivers innovative and seamless business solutions to customers around the world, and Verizon Telecom, which brings customers the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services over the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 228,600 and last year generated consolidated operating revenues of $93.5 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

About Cisco

Cisco is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. Information about Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com/. For ongoing news, please go to http://newsroom.cisco.com/

Verizon

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Interplay Launches New Web Site; Adds Chris Taylor to Growing Development Team

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Interplay Entertainment Corp. (BULLETIN BOARD: IPLY) announced today the launch of an all-new web site at http://www.interplay.com/.

The site, developed over the last several months, is designed to improve the company's communication with customers, investors, and partners. The new site includes forums based on past and future Interplay games, a customer support section, detailed information on the company and its products, and much more.

The company also announced that Chris Taylor, a game designer who was a part of the original Fallout game development team at Interplay in 1994, has rejoined the company. Taylor will serve as Lead System Designer for "Project V13," the working title of Interplay's next generation Massively Multiplayer Online Game (MMO) currently in development. Taylor joins other original Fallout team members on staff at Interplay's internal game studio, which recently opened an office in Irvine, Calif. Additional development staff members continue to be hired as the project ramps-up.

About Interplay

Founded in 1983, Interplay Entertainment is a developer, publisher and licensor of video game software headquartered in Southern California. Interplay is best known for its successful titles in the Role-Playing Game (RPG) genre with hit series like "Fallout" and "Baldur's Gate." The company has produced and licensed titles for many of the most popular interactive entertainment software platforms in the action/arcade, adventure/RPG and strategy/puzzle categories. Its portfolio of well-recognized Intellectual Properties includes Battlechess, Clayfighter, Dark Alliance, Descent, Earthworm Jim, Freespace, Giants, Messiah, MDK, Run Like Hell, Sacrifice and others.

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Microsoft and Bandwidth.com Announce Response Point CollaborationBandwidth.com partnership with Microsoft Response Point empowers small

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK and CARY, N.C., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Bandwidth.com and Microsoft Corp. have entered into a strategic marketing alliance agreement to enable Response Point customers to take advantage of Bandwidth.com's superior availability and quality. As the second largest internet provider of business voice service in the U.S., Bandwidth.com offers industry-standard Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) based phone lines that seamlessly provide dial tone to small businesses using Response Point across one of the largest and most advanced IP networks in North America.

"Bandwidth.com's advanced network capabilities and ubiquitous U.S. coverage will greatly expand the IP service options available to Response Point customers," said Xuedong Huang, general manager of Microsoft Response Point. "Bandwidth.com's exceptional quality standards, focus on small businesses and ability to deliver a complete IP-based solution will benefit our Response Point customers from coast to coast."

"Bandwidth.com plans a nationwide roll out to train Microsoft's small-business specialists, On-Line retailers and other value added Microsoft resellers on the simplicity of connecting Response Point to Bandwidth's bundled voice service portfolio this fall," said Jeff Uphues, VP of Sales, Partner Services of Bandwidth.com. Further details on the roll out will be presented at the SMB Nation 2008 conference in Seattle beginning on October 3rd.

"The combination of Microsoft's Response Point and Bandwidth.com's complete communication offerings is the natural progression from product to solution," said David Morken, CEO and President of Bandwidth.com. "Leveraging our respective competencies means the customer wins."

About Bandwidth.com

Bandwidth.com is a nationwide, complete business communications provider offering advanced VoIP, SIP trunks, Internet and Managed Network Services to small and medium businesses. The company delivers its services across one of the most advanced networks in North America, and, backed by lifetime support, has become one of the most trusted partners nationwide. Inc Magazine recognized Bandwidth.com as the #1 fastest growing private telecommunications service provider for the third year in a row.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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Oracle Announces 2008 Oracle Excellence AwardsGlobal Award Recognizes Customers for Innovative Deployments of Oracle(R) Fusion Middleware with Oracle Applications

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Oracle OpenWorld --

News Facts * The recipients of the 2008 Oracle(R) Excellence Award are: Amway, Arrow Electronics, Inc., British Telecom (BT), Chick-fil-A, Cisco, EMC Corporation, Florida A&M, KPN, MASCO Builder Cabinet Group, Pearson, Pfizer, PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., Rabobank Nederland, University of Louisville, and Zebra Technologies. * Business Intelligence Consulting Group (BICG) and Innowave Technology, LLC are recipients within the System Integration category. * The Oracle Excellence Awards recognizes organizations for innovative deployments of Oracle Fusion Middleware (http://www.oracle.com/products/middleware/index.html) with Oracle Applications (http://www.oracle.com/applications/home.html). * Oracle Fusion Middleware includes all acquired products under the BEA umbrella. * Oracle Applications includes the Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle's PeopleSoft, Oracle's Siebel, JD Edwards and Industry Applications (http://www.oracle.com/industries/index.html). * The award is co-sponsored by Oracle, the Oracle Applications User Group (OAUG (http://www.oaug.org/)) and Quest International Users Group (Quest (http://www.questdirect.org/questdirect/)), Australian Oracle User Group (AUSOUG (http://www.ausoug.org.au/)), United Kingdom User Group (UKOUG (http://www.ukoug.org/)), Independent Oracle User Group (IOUG (http://www.ioug.org/)), and Oracle Development Tools User Group (ODTUG (http://www.odtug.com/pls/htmldb/f?p=500:1:1755689578963457741)). * Today's announcement supports Oracle's strategy of delivering complete, integrated and end-to-end product suites on an open, standards-based middleware and database architecture. Oracle's approach helps customers to simplify computing environments, lower cost and risk, and provides greater choice and flexibility. Supporting Quote * "This is the second annual Oracle Excellence Awards contest. The fact that we received so many submissions demonstrates accelerated Oracle Fusion Middleware adoption in our Oracle application customer base," said Amit Zavery, vice president, Oracle Fusion Middleware. "We're pleased to see that more customers and implementation partners are adopting Oracle Fusion Middleware to extend their Oracle Application investments." * "By using Oracle Fusion Middleware as the preferred middleware platform for Oracle's application offerings, customers can lower the cost of integration and also prepare for future application upgrades," said Jose Lazares, vice president, Oracle Applications Integration Development Supporting Resources

* Oracle Fusion Middleware for Applications (http://tinyurl.com/39ak68)

* Best Practice Center: Oracle E-Business Suite and Oracle Fusion

Middleware (http://www.oracle.com/technology/tech/fmw4apps/ebs/index.html)

About Oracle

Oracle is the world's largest enterprise software company. For more information about Oracle, please visit our Web site at http://www.oracle.com/.

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LodgeNet Healthcare Signs New Agreement with NorthShore University HealthSystemDeal Marks First High-Definition Interactive System and Fourth Chicago Area Healthcare Facility Deployment

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- LodgeNet Healthcare, a division of LodgeNet Interactive Corporation , announced an agreement that will bring the LodgeNetRX(TM) Interactive Patient Television System to more than 660 patient rooms across three NorthShore University HealthSystem facilities in the Chicago area. The agreement, representing LodgeNet Healthcare's fourth entry into the Chicago metro market, underlines the growing importance that hospitals are putting on interactive TV systems to help increase patient satisfaction and improve operational efficiencies. Additionally, this marks LodgeNet's first contract for a high-definition (HD) interactive television solution designed specifically for a healthcare facility. LodgeNet presently has deployed high definition television solutions at 700 hotels, serving more than 140,000 rooms in the hospitality market.

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In support of this agreement, LodgeNet Healthcare will re-design the hospitals' patient TV networks and install a customized interactive television system that will deliver patient education, video on demand movies, music, games, DIRECTV(R), CBORD integrated room service, and key EPIC integration products. Patients will also have the convenience of using the TV to request items such as additional pillows and complete patient surveys, enabling the hospital to track patient satisfaction and feedback, and respond at a moment's notice.

"The LodgeNetRX Interactive Patient Television System boosts patient morale and is extremely easy to use -- two very important factors for NorthShore University HealthSystem," said Gary Kolbeck, Vice President of Healthcare Business Development for LodgeNet. "Helping patients pass the time with the latest in-room entertainment options -- while empowering them with interactive information that engages and encourages them to get involved in their care -- increases their satisfaction and expedites their recovery. That's a great outcome for both the patient and the hospital."

NorthShore University HealthSystem is a teaching affiliate of the University of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine and has been named to the Thompson Reuters 100 Top Hospitals a total of twelve times -- more than any other facility. It has also been listed on the 100 Most Wired Hospitals five times.

"Across the country, top hospitals are choosing LodgeNet based on our successful track record," Kolbeck said. "We are an interactive and an integration company, and hospitals are looking for a partner that can deliver and support an easy to use television system. Word is spreading that our solution increases patient satisfaction and leading hospitals are taking notice."

NorthShore University Health System is comprised of three hospitals: Evanston Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, and Glenbrook Hospital. The system demonstrates leadership in cancer and cardiac care, providing specialized cancer services at its three Kellogg Cancer Care Centers and comprehensive heart care at the Cardiovascular Care Center.

About LodgeNet Interactive

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation is the leading provider of media and connectivity solutions designed to meet the unique needs of hospitality, healthcare and other guest-based businesses. LodgeNet Interactive serves more than 1.9 million hotel rooms representing 10,000 hotel properties worldwide in addition to healthcare facilities throughout the United States. The company's services include: Interactive Television Solutions, Broadband Internet Solutions, Content Solutions, Professional Solutions and Advertising Media Solutions. LodgeNet Interactive Corporation owns and operates businesses under the industry leading brands: LodgeNet, LodgeNetRX, and The Hotel Networks. LodgeNet Interactive is listed on NASDAQ and trades under the symbol LNET. For more information, please visit http://www.lodgenet.com/.

LodgeNet and LodgeNetRX are trademarks or registered trademarks of LodgeNet Interactive Corporation. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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