Cindy Holden

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- World Mind Network today announced a new Web site which monitors activity to help predict cultural trends. The Internet has given mankind a lot of benefits, but one that may go somewhat unrecognized is its ability to predict where Society is headed, based on tracking every day's top news stories, Twitter feeds, blog posts, music downloads, videos, books, Web searches, social network posts, and Web sites.

BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Author Cari Kaufman has a message: while Facebook may have increased the sheer volume of people you are in contact with, only intentional interactions will create the deep, meaningful friendships we all need to find joy in uncertain times. In her new book, 'Living Life with Strings Attached' (IBSN: 978-0-557-31564-2), Cari explains how the cultural trend of superficial and uncommitted associations has left us feeling lonely and disconnected.

SAN JOSE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Tuberculosis (TB) is still a global and local threat. Hear the latest global, U.S., California, and local trends...

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Tuberculosis (TB) is still a global and local threat. Hear the latest global, U.S., California, and local trends in TB, and recommendations from the experts. Breathe California is hosting a state-wide Media Call on Tuberculosis on Tuesday, March 23, 10:30 a.m. PDT. March 24th is World TB Day.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- One year after unveiling its new dax|D3 digital production workflow system, Sample Digital announces full adoption by its production clients, including the industry's major film studios, broadcast networks and production companies. The platform now supports a community of more than 7,500 individual users, and more than 50 companies, making Sample Digital the leader in its field and dax|D3 the most widely used digital production workflow system.

WARWICK, R.I. -- EduTyping, a new and innovative keyboarding software for schools, is rewriting the rules for students and teachers' keyboarding classrooms. B.E. Publishing's EduTyping requires no textbooks or paper; it's strictly online technology that provides students with the flexibility of doing assignments at school or home by simply logging in with a user name and password.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce the availability of the SecuGen iD-USB SC, a combined fingerprint reader and smart card reader. The iD-USB SC is a ready to use USB device that facilitates dual-factor authentication right out of the box. The new unit is targeted at the rapidly growing number of projects and applications that combine fingerprint biometrics with smart cards.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. -- Authernative, Inc., a leading developer of innovative user authentication and identity management technologies, announced today that it recently has been granted three patents, two from the United States Patent Office and one from the Japanese Patent Office for its user authentication methods.

SAN MARINO, Calif. -- Epeius Biotechnologies Corporation, an emerging leader in the field of targeted genetic medicine, received a notice of allowance from the USPTO for a crucial patent covering its leading tumor-targeted vaccine technology for cancer immunotherapy. The issuance of this valuable patent protection for tumor targeted immunotherapy follows on the heels of two international patents covering targeted gene medicine in the U.S. and Europe.

RIVERSIDE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today attended the groundbreaking of the new, state-of-the-art SKECHERS North American Operations Headquarters at the Highland...

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- CoreObjects is proud to announce the achievement of the Project Management Institute's (PMI) 'Excellence Award' for their role in helping launch a product that enhances the quality of life for patients suffering from diabetes. CoreObjects and their customer Piramal Healthcare shared PMI's 'Project Management Excellence Award' for their management of the concept and development of the HbA1c Blood Sugar Analysis device, designed for diabetes patients.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. -- Authernative, Inc., a leading provider of user authentication and identity management solutions, today announced that it has been selected as a subcontractor on the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Alliant contract that was awarded to Stanley, Inc. (NYSE:SXE) in 2009. Authernative provides innovative user authentication and identity management solutions helping overcome the authentication security, usability, and TCO challenges.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced the appointment of Bill Leonard as secretary of the State and Consumer Services Agency...

LEIDEN, Netherlands (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Niels Teves, Co-CEO of Netherlands-based asset administration company Fintage House, has announced the appointment of Marte Forte Music Services Ltd to work alongside the company's Fintage Music division in the UK. Maria Forte has worked in the music industry for three decades, beginning at Virgin Music (Publishers) in the late 1970s and from there held various high calibre roles within a variety of organizations.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce the availability of the brand new SecuGen iD-SERIAL(TM) fingerprint reader. The iD-SERIAL is a complete biometric system that captures, enrolls, matches and stores fingerprints and communicates via a serial interface, making it suitable in any situation where a serial port can be used.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster declaration for Calaveras, Imperial, Los Angeles,...

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Believe Publishing is hosting a networking event and book signing for 'Connecting: Beyond the Name Tag' (ISBN: 978-0-9842-396-0-3) by Dr. Bill Saleebey. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to learn more about today's world of networking and to network with other professionals in a welcoming environment.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Believe Publishing is hosting a networking event and book signing for 'Connecting: Beyond the Name Tag' (ISBN: 978-0-9842-396-0-3) by Dr. Bill Saleebey. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to learn more about today's world of networking and to network with other professionals in a welcoming environment.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FineTouch Dermatology, Inc. announces the Body Hair Transplantation (BHT) hair restoration method. This new method provides patients with the opportunity to fix bad hair transplants damaged by traditional hair restoration techniques. This new and exciting option is now offered by Dr. Sanusi Umar, a Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon and board certified dermatologist who is internationally known for his incredible hair transplant surgery repairs.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Orange County Medical Association (OCMA) has named Dr. Michael Sundine a 2010 Physician of Excellence in Plastic Surgery. The annual honor is awarded by the OCMA and published by Orange Coast Magazine to recognize physicians who exemplify excellence in their specialty, demonstrate outstanding leadership, teaching and mentoring qualities as well as participate in research and humanitarian services. Dr. Sundine has been named a Physician of Excellence in Plastic Surgery for five consecutive years.

MAULE, Chile (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A woman uses her Twitter account to plead for help in locating her missing daughter - and finds her. An aid group puts out an urgent call for water sanitation equipment. A church group with food to offer asks for storage space in the earthquake-devastated city of Concepcion. A new site created by the World Mind Network and Chilean Earthquake Relief helps make these stories happen.

BOONTON, N.J. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Despite slowdowns and spending cuts in many industries, overall spending by all US businesses on wired and cellular calling is forecasted to exhibit modest growth over the next five years, says a new market research report from Insight Research. The study predicts that cellular calling will account for nearly 44 percent of the US corporate phone bill for telecommunication services in 2010, and is the only enterprise market segment showing substantial growth.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lange Productions announces today that 'Be a Survivor - Lung Cancer Treatment Guide' (ISBN: 978-0-9819489-1-1) is the first book to offer a new approach to this frightening disease. It empowers patients to seek a cure, rather than accept defeat; to approach their diagnosis with hope, and shows them how to seek out effective treatments.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As National Teach Ag Day on February 25 nears, communities across the nation are asked to consider the teachers that will be needed to prepare students for the increasing number and complexity of agriculture-related jobs expected to be available in the United States. 'Perhaps most importantly - we will need qualified teachers to prepare students for these increasingly sophisticated professions,' said Jay Jackman, Ph.D., executive director of the National Association of Agricultural Educators.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday announced the appointments of Karen M. Ackerson-Brazille, David R. Fields, Reva G. Goetz, Laura...

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Feb. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four years ago Enviromax introduced the world's first external prostate massager, called the Prostate Cradle. Thousands of customers later, the Cradle has helped to revolutionize external prostate massage, or 'prostate milking,' by making it much easier. Now Enviromax has done it again, with the new Prostate Jewel. The Jewel is made with the same soft silicone as the Cradle, with no cushioning holes, for more stimulation.

SAN MARINO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Epeius Biotechnologies announces the completion of the design engineering and construction phase of a state-of-the-art Vector Production Unit (VPU) for the commercial manufacturing of its advanced targeted genetic medicines. In accordance with an FDA Critical Path initiative, which encourages innovation and the implementation of new technological advances in quality control, the Epeius VPU is poised to launch the large-scale production of targeted genetic medicine into the 21st century.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa encouraged community members to participate in the Los Angeles Budget Challenge survey today at the...

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that VT Virtual Technology has chosen the SecuGen Hamster Plus fingerprint reader to authenticate users of the AthenaCentral Enterprise Edition software. The SecuGen Hamster Plus features SecuGen's own fingerprint sensor technology, which is well known for its scratch resistance, ability to match dry and moist fingers, and affordable pricing.

PALO ALTO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SmartStops announced today the launch of its much anticipated Reentry Service. Designed as a companion service to the SmartStop Risk Alerts, the addition of the Reentry Service makes it easier than ever for investors of all levels to easily identify and sidestep periods of abnormal risk.

SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- Governor Schwarzenegger on Friday announced that California will receive more than $100 million in funding from the American Recovery and...

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Professional horse trainer and creator Donna Cheek, announced today the launching of EquinePro a marketing system designed specifically for the equine industry. The fully automated online newsletter service allows horse industry professionals to take advantage of the proven strategy of relationship and viral marketing with a 'hands off' approach.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa today announced the winners of the 2010 African American Heritage Month Poster Competition and presented...

SAN PEDRO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Theater troupe Midnight Insanity and The World Mind Network are organizing a benefit comedy show for victims of the Haiti earthquake. Standing up for Haiti will take place at the historic Warner Grand Theater in San Pedro, California on March 14 at 6 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to the Haiti Fund of Doctors Without Borders.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Building upon his commitment to increase government efficiency through improvements to California’s information technology (IT) systems, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- There are so many consumer choices on the market. That's why Dana Clothing is making it easier for people to make socially-responsible decisions about what they buy. For each t-shirt a consumer buys, one t-shirt will be donated to a child in need. It's a win-win situation.

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Has today's economy made you put off your dreams of a new home? The new book, 'Prosperity Plans' (ISBN: 978-1450559645), just published by architect Donald J. Berg, might get you dreaming again. Berg's new book proposes that today's architects, builders and prospective homeowners can all learn from a series of fascinating 'Growing House' designs created in 1934.

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security's Steganography Analysis and Research Center (SARC) is pleased to announce their popular Certified Steganography Examiner (CSE) course is now available online. This two-day advanced digital forensics course raises awareness of the threat from use of digital steganography to conceal evidence of criminal activity or use by insiders to steal sensitive information.

PHOENIX, Ariz. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sofon and Business & Decision today announce that they have signed a partnership for the marketing, sales and implementation of Sofon Guided Selling by Business & Decision in the North American market. Business & Decision, an international Consulting and Systems Integration company with over 2,700 employees worldwide, has added Sofon Guided Selling to its portfolio.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Annual training is mandatory for employees who generate, manage, or dispose of a RCRA hazardous waste. Training must be job-specific and cover waste management procedures such as waste classification, proper container and tank storage, manifesting, emergency response, and disposal. Failure to comply with the RCRA hazardous waste rules can result in penalties up to $37,500 per day/per violation. Effective training is the best line of defense to assure regulatory compliance.

SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- Governor Schwarzenegger yesterday issued the following statement after the California Supreme Court ruled to uphold the residency restrictions in Proposition...

OAKLAND, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In today's flailing economy, if business owners wish to survive, they must find ways to set their services and products apart from the rest. That's just what Citizen Canine - an innovative dog daycare facility and hotel - has done. Citizen Canine has not only survived, it has thrived and continues to grow by improving its quality of care and services. In fact, this high-end dog hotel recently applied for and was awarded the highest level of dog care and customer service in the field.

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Backbone Security is pleased to announce the latest version of their Steganography Application Fingerprint Database (SAFDB) is now available. SAFDB is the world's largest commercially available hash set exclusive to digital steganography applications. The database is widely used by US and international law enforcement agencies; the intelligence community; and private sector computer forensic examiners.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Whether it's text donations, celebrity telethons, or gifts of food and clothing, Americans' generous giving and support to relief efforts in Haiti has been front and center in the headlines. To make the most of your earthquake relief donations and take advantage of the special tax breaks freshly enacted by Congress, consider these tips provided by the American Institute of Certified Tax Coaches, Inc.

SACRAMENTO /California Newswire/ -- Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger yesterday announced that California has been awarded more than $2.3 billion of the $8 billion American Recovery...

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It is no secret that our country is in the worst economic crisis in recent history. There are many challenges being faced within our local communities. Families are surviving on tighter budgets, companies are streamlining and downsizing and governments are looking at how to balance their budgets and decrease spending. According to the Long Island Presidents' Council, in a few months, school districts will be planning their own budgets and looking for community support.

BOONTON, N.J., Jan. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- After years of steady growth, the $34 billion private line services market is entering a period of declining revenue, says a market analysis study from Insight Research. Private lines are point-to-point circuits leased by enterprises from telecommunications carriers in order to link enterprise sites to each other and to the Internet. Private lines are also used by cellular carriers to link their towers to land line networks.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- iMC Motorcom announces the release of the world's first iPhone compatible motorcycle headset: the HS-500. The HS-500 allows motorcycle riders to utilize the phone and music functions of their Apple iPhone and other 3.5mm (standard stereo headset jack) equipped cell phones, including the Palm Pre and Blackberry Storm.

NEW ORLEANS, La. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PJ's Coffee of New Orleans has partnered with the New Orleans Saints to produce a custom blend of co-branded coffee: Saints Black and Gold Blend. 'This bold, dynamic coffee was developed to represent the amazing Saints football team that New Orleanians love so much,' commented Scott Ballard, CEO for PJ's Coffee. 'We hope fans enjoy Saints Black and Gold Blend too.'

VANCOUVER, B.C. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ePly Services Inc. (@ePly), an online event registration software company based in North Vancouver, B.C. is pleased to announce their sponsorship of the Vancouver based cycling team and club Glotman Simpson. ePly has been eager to break into the race registration category and feels that sponsoring Glotman Simpson Cycling is a great opportunity to show their support for the community of cycling.