Easy, Breezy, Beautiful Taylor Swift Becomes Newest COVERGIRL

Easy, Breezy, Beautiful Taylor Swift Becomes Newest COVERGIRL

Platinum-Selling Artist Signs First Beauty Contract

HUNT VALLEY, Md., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Taylor Swift can now add COVERGIRL to her list of accomplishments. The 20-year-old, GRAMMY award-winning star has just finished shooting her first advertisements for the beauty giant, and will represent a new line of luxury products for the brand. The ads are scheduled to debut in January 2011.

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With millions of fans worldwide, Swift has achieved remarkable success since first entering the country music scene in 2006. To date she has sold more than thirteen million albums and is the top-selling digital artist in music history. Her second album, Fearless, has spent more weeks in the top spot on Billboard's all-genre Top 20 chart than any other album this decade. The GRAMMY Awards, the Country Music Association, the Academy of Country Music, and the American Music Awards all named Fearless the 2009 Country Album of the Year and, this year, the album won the all-genre GRAMMY Award for Album of the year. Last year, Swift earned the American Music Award for Artist of the Year and was the youngest artist ever to win the prestigious CMA Award for Entertainer of the Year.

"With her fresh beauty and authentic style, Taylor is a wonderful addition to the COVERGIRL family," said Vince Hudson, General Manager, COVERGIRL Cosmetics. "Through all her success, Taylor remains a grounded and sincere woman who connects with fans everywhere just by being true to who she is. She personifies the iconic image of the brand while representing the next generation of both inner and outer beauty."

"I am so excited to become the next COVERGIRL," said Swift. "I have admired many of the COVERGIRLs since I was a little girl . . . great artists and actresses who are confident and still themselves. It's like a dream come true to be a part of the future of COVERGIRL."

Since its introduction in 1961, the COVERGIRL brand has been a pioneer in celebrating women's inner and outer beauty, and their drive to look and be their best selves. The long list of famous COVERGIRLs has included Christie Brinkley, Cheryl Tiegs, Rachel Hunter, Tyra Banks, Niki Taylor and Molly Sims, and its current roster of COVERGIRLs includes the dynamic Queen Latifah, Ellen DeGeneres, Rihanna, and Drew Barrymore.

Visit www.covergirl.com for more information on COVERGIRL's family of spokeswomen and its extensive lineup of products for women of all ages.

About P&G Beauty & Grooming (NYSE:PG)

P&G Beauty & Grooming products help make beauty dreams real for women worldwide and help men look, feel and be their best everyday. With more than 100 brands available in nearly 130 countries, P&G's beauty and grooming products delivered sales of nearly $28 billion in fiscal year 2007/08 , making it one of the world's largest beauty and grooming companies. P&G Beauty & Grooming offers trusted brands with leading technology to meet the full complement of beauty and grooming needs, including Pantene®, Olay®, Head & Shoulders®, Max Factor®, Cover Girl®, DDF®, Frederic Fekkai®, Wellaflex®, Rejoice®, Sebastian Professional®, Herbal Essences®, Koleston®, Clairol Professional®, Nice 'n Easy®, Venus®, Gillette®, SK-II®, Wella Professionals®, Braun® and a leading Prestige Fragrance division that spans from point of market entry consumers to high end luxury with global brands such as Hugo Boss®, Lacoste®, and Christina Aguilera®. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and in-depth information about P&G (NYSE:PG) and its brands.

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Source: Procter & Gamble

CONTACT: Danae Danta, Marina Maher Communications, +1-212-485-6886

Web Site: http://www.covergirl.com/

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Fashion TV Listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange

Fashion TV Listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange

VIENNA, Austria and FRANKFURT, Germany, April 30, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- The global fashion and lifestyle channel Fashion TV, founded by Michel
Adam Lisowski, was listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange on 30th April 2010
and now offers an interesting opportunity for qualified investors.

The dynamic growth of FTV in recent years has generated great interest
among investors wishing to be a part of the success story. On behalf of owner
Michel Adam Lisowski, CEO Yaron Jakubowicz therefore restructured the
business in order to prepare it for a stock market listing. The listing on
the Open Market of the Frankfurt Exchange took place on 30th April 2010 and a
total of 5,257,260 shares in the company are now approved for trading by
qualified investors.

About fashiontv

Fashiontv (SD), the only global, 24/7 channel for fashion, beauty and
style, is available in more than 400 million homes via cable and satellite.
With state-of-the-art technology, FTV also already reaches 23 million
households with its FTV HD signal. FTV is the largest fashion medium in the
world and its programmes are shown in seven million public places such as
bars, fitness studios, beauty parlours and fashion stores. The globally
successful broadcaster was founded in 1997 by Michel Adam Lisowski from
Vienna. The channel broadcasts current fashion shows and background stories
with star designers and top models. FTV creates 500 hours of new programmes
each year, with 300 new shows and 600 new clips per season. Its online
presence at http://www.ftv.com is well visited (700,000 hits) and boasts the
world's largest online fashion library. Its branding is extended via fashion
bars and clubs as well as FTV's own fashion line and recently launched vodka.
Branded champagne and energy drinks are also being prepared for imminent
market launch and are aimed at increasing revenues and brand value. A
further market segment still at the negotiation stage is Fashion TV Hotels
& Resorts.

Contact:

Fashion TV
Yaron Jakubowicz
CEO
Tel: +43-1-513-12-67
E-mail: yaron@ftv.com

Source: Fashion TV

Contact: Fashion TV, Yaron Jakubowicz, CEO, Tel.: +43-1-513-12-67, e-mail: yaron@ftv.com

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Artist Collaborative Takes Over Judson Memorial Church For Three Days

Artist Collaborative Takes Over Judson Memorial Church For Three Days

Choreographer Katherine Helen Fisher, Visual artist C. Finley, Filmmaker/Dance Photographer RJ Muna, and Fashion Designer GaiMattiolo collaborate on a performance video art project. Produced by thisiswater Productions

NEW YORK, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- (April 29th-May 1st , 2010) - Judson Memorial Church (55 Washington Sq.)

"The amount of beauty created when a choreographer, visual artist, filmmaker and fashion designer, come together is immense. This project is a celebration/collaboration, fashion, performance, painting, pure movement and great filmmaking." -C. Finley

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Finite and Infinite Game is a collaborative art project between a choreographer, visual artist, filmmaker and fashion designer. This cross-pollination of contemporary art will culminate in a video art movement project. Games, based loosely on a philosophical text by James Carse, is choreographed for ten dancers and seeks to explore the individual's quest to find purpose in life through creation within community. The film is being shot at Judson Church in Greenwich Village, a spectacular space with an illustrious dance history. Merce Cunningham, Lucinda Childs, Twyla Tharp, Yvonne Rainer, Trisha Brown, and Merideth Monk have made brilliant use of the facilities. This happening, captured on RED video, premieres at the Hot Art Fair at Art Basel in Switzerland this June.

Artistic Director and Choreographer, Katherine Helen Fisher, composed nine pure movement performances inspired by choreographers Lucinda Childs, Mark Morris, Moses Pendelton, and others. Visual artist, C. Finley created a massive (48'x12') relentless, non-repetitive geometric backdrop as a comparative replication of the dance. RJ Muna, award winning dance photographer and image-maker, directs the performance and will shoot on the Red Camera for three days at Judson. The costumes, designed by GaiMattiolo, are instruments highlighting the beauty and fluidity of each movement. Executive Producer, M.P. Robinson, the force behind thisiswater Productions, has held the vision for this project to be realized.

The entire production is a celebration of unity, color and variety - a riot of pure movement. The musical selections (Reich, Nyman, Glass, among others) feature the singular voice of the saxophone as a representation of the human voice. This project draws from art history's famous vanguard of collaborative artists working within the performing arts, from Digalieve, Massine and Fokine to Childs, Glass, Wilson and Cunningham. This is a representation of collaborative work for the 21st century.

Katherine Helen Fisher, a Brooklyn-based dancer and choreographer, has danced with Lucinda Childs, Mark Morris, MOMIX, ODC/San Francisco, Jennifer Muller/The Works, PEARSONWIDRIG DANCETHEATER, among others. Kate graduated from The Baltimore School for the Arts and earned her BFA with honors from Tisch School of The Arts at NYU.

C. Finley works in New York and Rome. She is currently Artist-in-Residence at GaiMattiolo fashion house in Rome. She has shown internationally, including exhibitions at Aequalis Contemporary, High Energy Constructs, Salon Oblique, Dumba Collective and was the Artist-in-Residence of the Treehouse Gallery Los Angeles in 2007. She received her BFA from Pratt Institute, NYC and her MFA from California State University Long Beach. A recent recipient of an Eszter Cohen grant, C. Finley will wallpaper dumpsters and rubbish receptacles in various cities throughout Europe in 2010. The Wallpapered Dumpsters Project has been featured in the New York Times and in Urban Interventions, published by Gestalten.

To see the evolution of this creative masterpiece, go to: http://www.finiteandinfinitegames.blogspot.com/

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Source: Finite and Infinite Games

CONTACT: James Campbell, VP Public Relations, Vital Public Relations,
+1-212-995-9525 ext 331, or mobile, +1-646-884-3601,
jcampbell@vitalholdingsinc.com

Web Site: http://www.finiteandinfinitegames.blogspot.com/

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PIA Debuts Spanish Radio Ads in Agent Branding Program

PIA Debuts Spanish Radio Ads in Agent Branding Program

WASHINGTON, April 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA) has unveiled a series of 25 Spanish radio advertisements as the latest phase of its award-winning branding program, Local Agents Serving Main Street America(SM).

PIA's new Spanish radio ads complement the 28 English radio ads and 251 English print ads already available to PIA members as part of PIA's Main Street branding campaign. PIA members across the country have run the English ads in their local print and radio markets.

"The addition of Spanish radio advertising to the PIA Branding Program is a very exciting opportunity for PIA members," said PIA National President Jon Spalding. "PIA members are increasingly marketing to Hispanic insurance consumers, who make up a growing share of the insurance buying public."

PIA's Spanish radio ads are available to PIA members free of charge, as part of their association membership. Like PIA's English radio and print ads, the new radio ads can be used to promote an agency generally, or they can be used to specifically support auto, home or commercial insurance sales. Each radio ad can be tagged with a PIA member agency's contact information, and optionally, the name of a company they represent.

In 2008, the PIA Branding Program received a prestigious MarCom Gold Award from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) for its English radio advertisements. In 2007, the PIA Branding Program received two MarCom Awards, a Platinum Award in the Corporate Branding category and a Gold Award in the Advertising Campaign category. The PIA Branding Program was also named a Gold Award recipient of the Hermes Creative Awards 2007 competition and the recipient of an APEX Award for Publication Excellence.

"PIA's new Spanish radio ads stress the personal service and choice that only professional independent insurance agents provide," said PIA National Executive Vice President & CEO Len Brevik. "Regardless of the community in which one lives, there's a local, Main Street PIA member agent nearby."

To hear PIA's new Spanish radio ads, and to see a list of the 66 companies that have signed on as sponsors of the PIA Branding Program, simply visit PIA National's website at www.pianet.com/piabrandingprogram.

Founded in 1931, PIA is a national trade association that represents member insurance agents and their employees who sell and service all kinds of insurance, but specialize in coverage of automobiles, homes and businesses. PIA members are Local Agents Serving Main Street America(SM). PIA's web address is www.pianet.com.

This press release online at: http://www.pianet.org/NewsCenter/PressReleases/04-30-10.htm

Source: National Association of Professional Insurance Agents

CONTACT: Ted Besesparis of the National Association of Professional
Insurance Agents, +1-703-518-1352

Web Site: http://www.pianet.com/

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Offshore Racing: Ready, Set, Smile, Action!!!!

Offshore Racing: Ready, Set, Smile, Action!!!!

BRICK, N.J., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The OPA Offshore Racing Series presented by GEICO is proud to announce a comprehensive race programming schedule with VERSUS, the fastest growing sports cable network in the country. The eight race series will air Sunday, November 14, at 4 p.m. ET and run consecutive Sundays at 4 p.m. ET thru Jan 2, 2011.

Each episode will showcase the on and off water action as the world's top offshore racers battle for the coveted title of World Champion. The first episode will feature a comprehensive overview of the sport and allow viewers to experience the first race from Ocean City, MD. The final episode culminates with the World Championships from Orange Beach, AL.

The OPA Offshore Racing Series presented by GEICO will be filmed in high definition by Tampa Digital Studios, Inc. and will focus on all the racing action, technology, equipment, personalities and behind-the-scenes drama associated with world class offshore racing.

The racers can thank John Haggin, Team Owner of World Champion AMF/Miss GEICO Racing Team, and William McComb, Team Owner of Rock Star Energy Drink Racing Team for their tireless efforts and financial backing to bring the sport of offshore racing to the masses through national television. The future of the sport of offshore racing has never been brighter.

For more information please contact Fluid Media, LLC directly at 561-963-3438. For information on commercial advertising please contact CFT Consulting at 914-843-1414.

Source: AMF Offshore Racing

CONTACT: Scott Colton, Fluid Media, LLC, +1-561-963-3438, or for
information on commercial advertising, CFT Consulting, +1-914-843-1414

Web Site: http://www.amfoffshoreracing.com/

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Out-Of-Home Industry Leader Access 360 Media, Announces the Acquisition of Arena Media Networks - Largest Digital TV Network in Stadiums and Entertainment Venues

Out-Of-Home Industry Leader Access 360 Media, Announces the Acquisition of Arena Media Networks - Largest Digital TV Network in Stadiums and Entertainment Venues

Nation's Largest Out-of-Home Media Network for Shoppers Combines With Ground-Breaking Sports and Entertainment Media Network to Provide Advertisers Unparalleled Access to Highly-Coveted Audiences in Every Major DMA

NEW YORK, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Access 360 Media (http://www.access360media.com/), the nation's largest out-of-home media network for shoppers, today announced the acquisition of Arena Media Networks (AMN), the pioneering national sports and entertainment media company providing marketing access to fans across sporting and concert venues. By acquiring AMN, Access 360 Media has created one of the leading combined networks of nearly 20,000 screens in approximately 100 locations, with the potential to reach more than 54 million viewers each month in 33 major DMAs nationwide (including all top 25 DMAs). Access 360 Media will create a seamless transition for AMN's advertisers, sports teams and other partners by continuing to distribute across the entire network of sports and entertainment venues, while offering them the additional benefits of Access 360 Media's full out-of-home network.

Building on last fall's exclusive partnership with Simon Malls to program screens in shopping malls across the top 20 DMAs, Access 360 Media's purchase of Arena Media Networks further cements the company as a leader in the digital out-of-home category, which is one of the fastest growing segments of the overall advertising business.

"By addressing the fragmentation of the industry, the combination of two established leaders in out-of-home is addressing a pain point for the advertising community and creating even more incentive for advertisers to buy digital out-of-home," said Lon Otremba, CEO, Access 360 Media. "We're dedicated to this industry and excited to be expanding our core business; we will certainly continue to increase our footprint to offer advertisers further scale."

Arena Media Networks' will retain all employees, thus doubling the sales team of the combined companies--with Art Williams, CEO and co-founder of AMN, joining Access 360 as President and COO--and the two companies will combine into one work space. A representative cross-section of Arena Media Networks' venues include: Citi Field, United Center, Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, Wrigley Field and Dodger Stadium.

"We're thrilled to be joining forces with Access 360 Media and we see this as a huge benefit to our advertising partners, sports team and venue partners, as well as our employees," said Williams. "The combination of assets and inventory of two industry leaders and innovators will provide great benefit to advertisers seeking to engage passionate and receptive consumers across entertainment, sports and shopping destinations."

About Access 360 Media

Access 360 Media operates the largest shopper-focused out-of-home media network in the United States, as well as the largest digital TV network in stadiums and entertainment venues. The combination of these two channels reaches more than 54 million consumers each month in approximately 100 locations nationwide. It is headquartered in New York City, and has an office in Los Angeles.

Through its recent acquisition of Arena Media Networks, Access 360 Media reaches passionate fans attending sporting events, concert and family events in more than 50 venues in partnership with more than 60 professional sports teams, combining the power of traditional TV with location-based media through live game feeds, sponsor ad breaks, team/player highlights and sports updates.

Through an exclusive long-term agreement with Simon Property Group, America's largest developer of shopping malls, Access 360 Media launched and operates Mallvision 360 Digital(TM), the premiere in-mall digital media network. It delivers sight, sound and motion via a brand-building media platform at the point where upscale consumers are in the mindset and in close proximity to purchase.

Through its Mobile 360(TM) division, Access 360 Media also delivers a suite of mobile services that provides economical, turnkey solutions to enable brands and retailers to create a mobile connection with their customers through text messaging campaigns, WAP pages, and integration with email and other communication platforms.

Access 360 Media's clients include a roster of Fortune 500 companies and top brands such as P&G, Macy's, Verizon, Samsung, Bank of America, NBC Universal, Hilton, Pepsi and Vans.

For media inquiries, please contact:

SeisMK for Access 360 Media
Katie Smith-Adair
212-561-7475
katie.smith-adair@seismk.com

Source: Access 360 Media

CONTACT: Katie Smith-Adair, SeisMK for Access 360 Media,
+1-212-561-7475, katie.smith-adair@seismk.com

Web Site: http://www.access360media.com/

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HSN's 'Mother of Invention' Joy Mangano Introduces Performance Platforms(TM) with Innovative Breakthrough Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers

HSN's 'Mother of Invention' Joy Mangano Introduces Performance Platforms(TM) with Innovative Breakthrough Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers

Joy Mangano to Debut Performance Platforms(TM) with Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers exclusively on HSN and HSN.com May 3rd 2010 at 12:00 am

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Inventor and entrepreneur Joy Mangano, President of Ingenious Designs, LLC, a subsidiary of interactive multichannel retailer HSN, has partnered with Grasshoppers to unveil a new footwear collection incorporating style, comfort, and innovative breakthrough technology to enhance overall well-being every day, all day. Launching on May 3, 2010, Performance Platforms(TM) with patent pending Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers will be exclusively available at HSN and HSN.com.

"Joy's innate ability to highlight an everyday item like sneakers with an advanced patent pending fit technology is what has kept her at the top of her industry and an HSN customer favorite for the past ten years," says Lynne Ronon, Executive Vice President of Merchandising for HSN. "The introduction of this new footwear reinforces our commitment to provide our customers with innovative product assortments and technologies."

"We are thrilled to be presenting this exciting new collection to the HSN audience," states Kristin Burrows, President of Keds LLC. "The Performance Platforms collection is designed with our breakthrough Get Fit(TM) technology by Grasshoppers to help activate and tone key muscles groups. It is a unique offering in the toning footwear market combining style and comfort with distinct health and wellness benefits -- a combination consumers have come to expect from the Grasshoppers® brand."

Performance Platforms(TM) with Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers shoes are smartly designed to promote muscle activity, while walking, and tone key muscle groups including calves, quads, and hamstrings. This leading shoe technology was developed with the active lifestyle of today's consumer in mind. Now, everyone has the opportunity to get the most out of every step in their daily routine. Each shoe style represents quality and comfort, and has been tested in a state-of-the-art biomechanics lab for function, performance and toning benefits.

"I've reorganized closets with Huggable Hangers(TM), revolutionized kitchens with GreenPan(TM), and freshened homes with Forever Fragrant(TM)," said Joy Mangano. "Now I hope to enhance every step in Performance Platforms(TM) with Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers. It's finally time to be stylish, comfortable, AND active."

The shoe's patented Celliant(TM) Lining is especially formulated to help increase the complete comfort of the shoe. The individually designed Comfort Pod provides enhanced cushioning for all day comfort. Additional features include a Removable Comfort Insole designed to cradle every curve of your foot; a Soft Compression Heel uniquely designed to help return energy with every step; and the Muscle Activating Outsole that helps to tone key muscle groups and benefit your body while walking.

Performance Platforms(TM) with Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers are engineered to allow your foot to function optimally. From the inside out, Performance Platforms(TM) are designed with the consumer's total well-being in mind. Every step further helps tone key muscle group, while still providing a stable, supportive feel. This is the fitness sneaker you can wear all day, every day. It's time to maximize your stride with this stylish, comfortable, and stable sneaker that will enhance your every step. They tone... they shape... and they will help propel you into a better body!

The Product Assortment

The new Performance Platforms(TM) with Get Fit(TM) Technology by Grasshoppers will come in a Lace-up style and a Slip-on style both in your choice of colors: Champagne Beige, Silver Grey and Classic White with a Today's Special (one-day only) price of $59.95 (regular price of $74.95)

All prices are suggested manufacturer's retail prices in US dollars.

Performance Platforms(TM) with Get Fit(TM) technology by Grasshoppers will be available in the US on May 3rd 2010 at 12:00 am exclusively at HSN and HSN.com.

About Joy Mangano

Who better to identify with the needs of a busy working mom than a busy working mom? Inventor and entrepreneur Joy Mangano - creator of the Miracle Mop® and Huggable Hangers®, which have sold millions - will help you solve your everyday household challenges with fun, functional and practical solutions, many of which have earned the coveted Good Housekeeping Seal. All of Joy's products are patented exclusively for premiers on HSN.

About Ingenious Designs, LLC

IDL is a subsidiary of HSN, Inc., and was founded in 1991 by its president, Joy Mangano. Ms. Mangano is one of the most recognized and successful electronic retailing personalities in the industry today. With over 264 million sold, her famous Huggable Hangers are in homes across the country! The company is a leader in designing, inventing, and marketing innovative and unique products including the original Miracle Mop, My Little Steamer, and Clothes-it-All Luggage System. In addition, IDL has broadened its scope by managing and also designing product for icon and most celebrated super-model IMAN, Tennis Legend Serena Williams, world-renowned celebrity American Idol judge Paula Abdul, Fitness Expert Frank Sepe, and chef and restaurateur Todd English, in the electronic retailing industry and infomercials.

About HSN

Headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, HSN is a leading interactive multichannel network and retail destination, offering a curated assortment of exclusive products and top brand names to its customers. HSN incorporates experts, entertainment, inspiration, solutions, tips and ideas to provide an entirely unique shopping experience. At HSN, customers find exceptional selections in Health & Beauty (e.g. M. Asam, Carol's Daughter, Coty, FranBrand, FusionBeauty, Andrew Lessman's Procaps, Lancome, Perlier, Serious Skin Care, Wei East, ybf Beauty); Jewelry (e.g. Heidi Daus, Grayce by Molly Sims, R.J. Graziano, IMAN Global Chic, michaeLisa, Noir, Amedeo Scognamiglio, Tori Spelling, Signature Statement Serena Williams); Home/Lifestyle (e.g. Nate Berkus, Bissell, Colin Cowie, Dyson, Todd English, GreenPan with Thermolon, Emeril Lagasse, Joy Mangano, MoMA Design Store, Wolfgang Puck); Fashion/Accessories (e.g. American Glamour Badgley Mischka, Curations with Stefani Greenfield, Sam Edelman, Loulou de la Falaise, Chi by Carlos Falchi, Diane Gilman, "Timeless" by Naeem Khan, Adrienne Landau, Sharif); and Electronics (e.g. Canon, Gateway, GE, HP, JVC, Kodak, LG, Sony).

A leader in transactional innovation, HSN is the only retailer offering live streaming video on three screens: TV network, which broadcasts live to 93 million households in the US in HD 24/7; hsn.com, which ranks in the top 30 of the top 500 internet retailers and features 15,000 product videos; and mobile via its iPhone application. HSN customers are also able to shop via HSN's live in-flight shopping experience, which launched in late 2009. HSN, founded 32 years ago as the first shopping network, is an operating segment of HSN, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSNI).

GRASSHOPPERS

Since its start in 1971, the Grasshoppers® brand has been committed to bringing quality comfort footwear to women. Today, the signature Grasshoppers design aims to support women's confidence, individuality and active lifestyle through a collection of lightweight, flexible and supportive shoes priced for her life. This quality footwear in stylish and sophisticated silhouettes, appeals to women that focus on style, health and wellness as top priorities.

Grasshoppers has introduced a specially designed collection to enhance overall wellness, Get Fit(TM) by Grasshoppers. This collection helps temporarily increase muscle activity and tone key muscle groups with every step. With every step you are one step closer to feeling great and living well.

Grasshoppers is a division of Collective Brands Performance and Lifestyle Group (PLG), which focuses on lifestyle and athletic branded footwear for men and women, and high-quality children's footwear. PLG is a unit of Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE:PSS), headquartered in Topeka, Kan., a leader in bringing compelling lifestyle, fashion and performance brands for footwear and related accessories to consumers worldwide through multiple channels including retail, wholesale, ecommerce and licensing.

Celliant is a trademark of Hologenix, LLC.

Source: HSN

CONTACT: +1-212-730-7277, Corinne.Pipitone@coburnww.com

Web Site: http://www.hsn.com/

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Brett Rogers, Urijah Faber and Dan Hardy Guest on Tonight's 'Inside MMA' on HDNet

Brett Rogers, Urijah Faber and Dan Hardy Guest on Tonight's 'Inside MMA' on HDNet

Tabloid headlines and a look back at WEC 48 make for an entertaining panel discussion TONIGHT Friday, April 30 at 9:00 p.m. ET

DALLAS, April 30 /PRNewswire/ --
Tonight on HDNet's "Inside MMA," Strikeforce Heavyweight Brett
Rogers, WEC Featherweight Urijah Faber and UFC Welterweight Dan
Hardy join Kenny and Bas on the IMMA panel to discuss the latest
MMA news, including the recent arrest of Tito Ortiz after an
WHAT: alledged domestic dispute with his girlfriend, Jenna Jameson.

Then Rogers, who in his last bout, lost to the #1 ranked
heavyweight in the world, Fedor Emelianenko, tells the panel why
he deserves a shot at the Strikeforce Heavyweight belt. Faber, who
held the WEC Featherweight title for over two years, talks about
his recent loss to Jose Aldo at WEC 48.

Dan, "The Outlaw" Hardy shares his thoughts about losing his shot
at the UFC Welterweight belt with his March 27 loss to Georges St-
Pierre.

And in Kruck's Korner, Ron Kruck reports on Hunter Worsham, son of
MMA pioneer Cal Worsham. Hunter recently entered the cage one last
time before his military deployment to Afghanistan.

And, immediately following "Inside MMA" at 10:00 p.m. ET tonight is
a special presentation of "The Voice vs. Joe Rogan," where the two
biggest names in MMA broadcasting go one-on-one to discuss the
world of mixed martial arts. MMA critics are raving about the
show! "Bloody Elbow" says that "The Voice vs. Joe Rogan is "...
"truly a treat to watch" and "Pro Fighting Fans said, "All MMA
fans should watch the special on HDNet."

"Inside MMA" airs on HDNet, TONIGHT Friday, April 30 at 9:00 p.m.
WHEN: ET.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080324/HDNETLOGO)

About HDNet

HDNet (www.hd.net) is the independent network with unique and provocative content that appeals to men of all ages and is delivered in true high definition.

HDNet is the exclusive, high definition home for popular, original programming, including television's only HD news feature programs "HDNet World Report," and the Emmy Award winning "Dan Rather Reports," featuring legendary journalist Dan Rather. Only HDNet goes beyond the headlines to deliver real news that is redefining the way we look at our world. HDNet News is provocative, sometimes controversial and always relevant - telling the important stories of our time in-depth, with attitude and with independence.

HDNet presents championship sports coverage featuring five regular season games from the Premiere Season of the United Football League. HDNet also features the best of Mixed Martial Arts with its Friday night series, "HDNet Fights" (www.hdnetfights.com). "HDNet Fights" works with leading MMA promoters including DREAM, Sengoku, King of the Cage, XFC, M-1, K-1, K-1 Max, MFC, Adrenaline and more. HDNet produces more live Mixed Martial Arts events than any other network and HDNet's "Inside MMA" is the hottest Mixed Martial Arts program on television, giving MMA fans their weekly fix for everything MMA.

HDNet also delivers the world's largest and most diverse concert line-up through the HDNet Concert Series. The HDNet Concert Series features leading artists and bands including Coldplay, Gwen Stefani, John Mayer and more. HDNet also features revealing lifestyle programming featuring "Art Mann Presents," "New York Confessions," "Deadline" and "Get Out!" HDNet is also the exclusive high definition home to critically acclaimed and award winning documentaries as part of the InFocus series. "NASA on HDNet" presents all live shuttle launches through 2010.

Only HDNet Movies (www.hdnetmovies.com) delivers exclusive Sneak Previews of new movies before they hit theaters. The HDNet Movies Sneak Preview series features top Hollywood stars in critically acclaimed performances including Gwyneth Paltrow, Joaquin Phoenix, Demi Moore, Michael Caine, Tom Hanks, Vera Farmiga, Parker Posey, Brian Cox, Matthew Broderick, Brittany Snow, Eric Bana, John Malkovich, Emily Blunt, Robin Williams, Charlize Theron and Kim Basinger.

In addition to being the exclusive home of Sneak Previews, HDNet Movies viewers enjoy the best films from the classics of the 1950s-1970s, to favorite films from the 1980s and 1990s, to recently released theatrical films.

HDNet Movies offers subscribers a premium movie viewing experience in true HD, and more original movies shot entirely in HD than any other network.

Launched in 2001 by Mark Cuban and General Manager Philip Garvin, the HDNet networks are available on AT&T, Charter Communications, Comcast, DIRECTV, DISH Network, Insight, Mediacom and Verizon FiOS.

The HDNet networks can be followed via Facebook at facebook.com/HDNet, facebook.com/HDNetFights and facebook.com/HDNetMovies and via Twitter at twitter.com/hdnet, twitter.com/hdnetfights and twitter.com/hdnetmovies.

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Explore Britain by Walking in Robin Hood's Footsteps

Explore Britain by Walking in Robin Hood's Footsteps

VisitBritain's New Microsite Celebrates the Upcoming Epic Action-Adventure Robin Hood

LOS ANGELES, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- VisitBritain, the national tourist office for England, Scotland and Wales, invites travelers to visit the British sites that set the stage for this year's epic action-adventure from director Ridley Scott, Robin Hood, starring Oscar-winners® Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett, in theaters May 14, 2010. VisitBritain has just launched a Robin Hood-themed microsite, www.visitbritain.us/robinhood, which offers in-depth itineraries, behind-the-scenes location information and travel ideas.

Visitors can follow in the legend's footsteps while walking Nottinghamshire's Robin Hood trail, stopping at 12 thematic locations along the way that explore the legend of Robin Hood. Nottingham Castle has an exciting Robin Hood - The Movie exhibition of costumes, props and behind-the-scenes memorabilia from the new film, which was created by the movie's set designer, Sonja Klaus, and will be on display through October 2010. May is Robin Hood month in Nottingham, with activities planned including, jousting, archery and medieval festivals (www.mynottingham.gov.uk/robinhood). Travelers can also explore the stunning locations that provide the backdrop for the film, which was shot on location in England and Wales.

Nottinghamshire - Home of Robin Hood

In Nottinghamshire, travelers can embark on the Robin Hood trail using a simple and fun map that highlights 12 locations throughout Nottinghamshire. Each location is relevant to the legend and includes places he lived, fought, hunted and preyed upon rich folk. "In the Footsteps of Robin Hood," a free audio trail podcast is available for free download on the website.

(http://www.robinhoodbreaks.visitnottingham.com/)

Visitors to Nottingham Castle can tour the magnificent 17th century mansion built on the site of the original medieval palace, once the seat of power for the Sheriff of Nottingham. Just a short distance away from the Old Market Square, this ducal mansion, which is in use as a museum and art gallery, houses most of Nottinghamshire's finest and decorative art collections. Also at the foot of the castle is the seven-foot Robin Hood statue.

Travel back in time at the Galleries of Justice Museum and discover the days when Nottingham Shire Hall was the only place in the UK where a person could be tried, incarcerated and hanged on the front steps, all in the name of justice. Travelers can see England's shocking history of crime and punishments come to life through actors, audio guides and more. An underground dungeon has recently been identified as being the cell thought to be where Robin Hood was imprisoned by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. (http://www.galleriesofjustice.org.uk/)

City of Caves plays an integral part in Nottingham's history, as well as the time of Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham. Visitors can travel back in time at this popular attraction and explore the labyrinth of unique hand-carved limestone caves underneath the city, which once led to the Nottingham Castle. (www.cityofcaves.com)

Travelers can end their day in Nottingham by relaxing over a pint at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, thought to be the oldest pub in England and certainly one of the most fascinating. Carved out of castle rock, it is thought that tales of Robin Hood were told here, helping to spread the word about the legend and his antics. (http://www.triptojerusalem.com/)

Nearby, visitors should travel to Sherwood Forest and stop along the way in the village of Edwinstone. Here, travelers can find the Church of St. Mary, where Robin Hood and Maid Marion were wed. There is a statue of Robin and Marion in the town centre.

Legends say Robin Hood lived in many parts of Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve. Here, visitors can find the famous Major Oak--the oldest living tree in the forest that some say was Robin Hood's hideout. Visitors can also travel along exciting walking and cycling trails and stop by the new "Robin Hood-The Movie" exhibition, which appears like a medieval encampment deep in the forest. A large wooden cart that was used in the film provides rustic seating to view behind-the-scenes footage. In August, visitors can enjoy the annual Robin Hood Festival, which dramatically re-creates the Robin Hood legend with sword fighting, story telling and archery demonstrations. http://www.sherwoodforest.org.uk/

(www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/countryparks)

British Film Locations used in Robin Hood

Freshwater West, in Pembrokeshire, Wales, served as the setting for the thrilling and brutal French invasion scene in Robin Hood. This gorgeous, golden expanse of beach in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is ornamented by pools of rocks and bordered by enchanting low cliffs. You'll usually find surfers--rather than soldiers--here as this location has some of the best waves in Wales. (www.visitwales.com)

It's no surprise the beautiful Virginia Water, also in Surrey, was one of the settings chosen for Robin Hood. Located only a few miles outside London, it is part of The Great Park, which comprises thousands of acres of lush gardens, lakes and woodland. The Great Park is recorded in Saxon documents as a hunting forest used by monarchs and nobles. Adjoining the royal residence of Windsor, it has evolved over the centuries under the patronage of Kings and Queens. Relax in the ornamental Savill Garden, explore the northern shore of Virginia Water with its flowering forest and exotic shrubs and see the award-winning Savill Building with its excellent art gallery. (http://www.theroyallandscape.co.uk/)

A thundering battle scene featuring mounted warriors was filmed in the glens of Thorpe Pastures in Dovedale. Visitors can discover this dramatic limestone ravine famous for its stepping stones that cross the River Dove. This part of the Peak District is superb for walking, riding, cycling and climbing. (http://www.derbyshireuk.net/dovedale.html)

In the film, the vividly realistic Tower of London was recreated via an elaborate set and digital effects, but visitors to London can visit the real Tower of London and get an authentic flavour of this brutal period in Britain's history. This mighty fortress on the banks of the River Thames has been a royal palace, a prison, an execution site, an arsenal, a mint, a keep for wild animals and a jewel house. You can see artifacts from every part of this extraordinary history on a visit. See the crown jewels, awesome architecture, and fearsome arms and armour. (www.hrp.org.uk)

About the Movie

Oscar® winner Russell Crowe stars as the legendary figure known by generations as "Robin Hood," whose exploits have endured in popular mythology and ignited the imagination of those who share his spirit of adventure and righteousness. In 13th century England, Robin and his band of marauders confront corruption in a local village and lead an uprising against the crown that will forever alter the balance of world power. And whether thief or hero, one man from humble beginnings will become an external symbol of freedom for his people.

Robin Hood chronicles the life of an expert archer, previously interested only in self-preservation, from his service in King Richard's army against the French. Upon Richard's death, Robin travels to Nottingham, a town suffering from the corruption of a despotic sheriff and crippling taxation, where he falls for the spirited widow Lady Marion (Oscar® winner Cate Blanchett), a woman skeptical of the identity and motivations of this crusader from the forest. Hoping to earn the hand of Maid Marion and salvage the village, Robin assembles a gang whose lethal mercenary skills are matched only by its appetite for life. Together, they begin preying on the indulgent upper class to correct injustices under the sheriff.

With their country weakened from decades of war, embattled from the ineffective rule of the new king and vulnerable to insurgencies from within and threats from afar, Robin and his men heed a call to ever greater adventure. This unlikeliest of heroes and his allies set off to protect their country from slipping into bloody civil war and return glory to England once more.

For more, go to: http://www.robinhoodthemovie.com/

VisitBritain markets Britain to the rest of the world and England to the British, building value of tourism by creating world-class destination brands and marketing campaigns. It also builds partnerships with--and provides insights to-- other organizations that have a stake in British and English tourism.

Source: VisitBritain

CONTACT: New York: Jeremy Viray, +1-212-850-0341,
jeremy.viray@visitbritain.org, or Los Angeles: Katrina Sutton,
+1-310-481-2987, katrina.sutton@visitbritain.org, both of VisitBritain

Web Site: http://www.visitbritain.us/robinhood

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Trojan(R) Brand Condoms and Ludacris Encourage Musicians to Show off their Natural Talent with the Magnum "Live Large" Project

Trojan(R) Brand Condoms and Ludacris Encourage Musicians to Show off their Natural Talent with the Magnum "Live Large" Project

One emerging artist to appear on stage with Ludacris in Atlanta

PRINCETON, N.J., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of TROJAN® Brand Condoms and GRAMMY award winning musician and actor Ludacris today announced the launch of the Magnum "Live Large" Project, which gives emerging musicians the opportunity to compete for a chance to be crowned winner by Ludacris.

Aspiring artists are invited to record or mix their own Magnum song, featuring audio tracks approved by Ludacris at www.MAGNUMLiveLarge.com. Participants can submit their songs to the site, where the public will be able to vote for their favorite. The winning entry will receive a $5,000 prize check, have their song played on the radio, and, at the Birthday Bash hip hop festival this June in Atlanta, will be introduced by Ludacris and perform the winning track live on stage.

"The 'Live Large' Project is all about giving people who live beyond the status quo the platform they command," said the newly signed partner, Ludacris. "This campaign provides recognition for people who always live with that Magnum gold standard in mind."

"We know users of Magnum Condoms live large. They have a confidence and a swagger that is unique to this brand, and one that is typified by a partner like Ludacris," said Bruce Tetreault, Group Product Manager for Trojan Brand Condoms. "He exudes this thriving lifestyle and we are happy to have him partner with us to help bring the Magnum 'Live Large' Project to life."

The Magnum "Live Large" Project is part of an ongoing commitment from the maker of TROJAN® Brand Condoms to provide a variety of audiences with the tools they need to enjoy a sexually healthy lifestyle. For more information and contest rules, please go to www.MAGNUMLiveLarge.com.

ABOUT TROJAN® BRAND CONDOMS AND MAGNUM®

The maker of MAGNUM® condoms, Church & Dwight, also makes TROJAN® Brand Condoms, America's #1 condom, which have been trusted for more than 90 years. MAGNUM® Latex Condoms are made from premium quality latex to help reduce the risk of unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. Every condom is electronically tested to help ensure reliability. There are over seven varieties of MAGNUM® Condoms. More Americans trust the TROJAN® brand than any other condom. For more information on MAGNUM® and TROJAN® Condoms, please visit www.trojancondoms.com.

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CONTACT: Bjorn Trowery, +1-212-704-4556, bjorn.trowery@edelman.com, or
Kelly Pepe, +1-212-819-4874, kelly.pepe@edelman.com, both of Edelman, for
TROJAN

Web Site: http://www.trojancondoms.com/

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Suzuki's Turbo Kizashi Designed to Boost Ratings

Suzuki's Turbo Kizashi Designed to Boost Ratings

Concept Debuts on SPEED Channel's Test Drive Program - Show host Tommy Kendall puts his 'foot in it' behind wheel of Suzuki's newest sport sedan. - Road Race Motorsports heightens the excitement with lowered, tuned and turbocharged Kizashi.

BREA, Calif., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- After an impressive debut in U.S. showrooms during the first quarter of 2010, Suzuki's all-new Kizashi takes to the track - and small screen - with racing champion Tommy Kendall. Kendall, host of the Speed Channel's "Test Drive," goes both behind the wheel and under-the-hood of the 2010 Kizashi in "Test Drive"'s most recent edition.

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The new Kizashi delivers a premium package and experience without the premium price tag, providing a unique blend of dynamic performance attributes and features more appropriate to the near-luxury sport sedan segment. Kendall takes those performance attributes and near-luxury features to the hills of Malibu, California for one segment of the "Test Drive" episode. Taking a 180-degree turn, Tommy is then off for the high speed roadwork available at the High Desert's Willow Springs raceway outside of Lancaster, California.

At Willow Springs, Kendall - and his production Kizashi - were joined by Road Race Motorsports' concept turbo Kizashi variant, Suzuki Superbike champion Tommy Hayden and Car and Driver's Technical Editor Aaron Robinson. With the sun overhead and a turbo under the hood, hot laps take on a whole new meaning - one that's amplified with Kendall behind the wheel.

Road Race Motorsports, one of the chief suppliers of go-fast goods for Suzuki automotive enthusiasts, began the concept Suzuki turbo project with an early pre-production prototype Kizashi. Boost to the production heads and block is supplied by a 16G turbocharger, while temp is kept in check with Road Race Motorsports' own high flow intercooler. Other adds on the hardware menu include custom fuel management, Road Race's Sleeper blow-off valve, Velocity air intake and Extreme spray injector. The equal length turbo manifold is custom crafted, while the 38mm wastegate is supplied by Tial.

The enhanced power is boosted to 290 hp and is connected to the track pavement via 19-inch Dunlops. Those are kept connected to the course by Road Race's own sport springs, working in combination with Kizashi's ultra-rigid unibody and all-independent suspension. High-speed stability is enhanced with the addition of a rear-mounted spoiler supplied by Delta Tech Engineering. The end result on the track - with Kendall, Hayden, Robinson or the Suzuki enthusiast behind the wheel - is the need for speed suddenly and fully satisfied.

Air dates for the newest edition of Speed Channel's "Test Drive" begin on April 30, 2010. For a complete schedule, visit the Speed Channel website - www.speedtv.com.

About Suzuki

The Brea, Calif.-based Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corp. was founded in 1963 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corp. (SMC) and currently markets its vehicles in the United States through a network of approximately 400 automotive dealerships and numerous other motorcycle, ATV and marine distributors in 49 states. With global headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and outboard motor manufacturer. In 2009, SMC sold more than 2.3 million new cars and trucks and more than 2.8 million motorcycles and ATVs. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 193 countries and regions. For more information, visit www.media.suzukiauto.com. Suzuki can also be found on Twitter (@SuzukiAuto), Facebook (www.Facebook.com/SuzukiAuto) and YouTube (www.YouTube.com/SuzukiAuto).

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CONTACT: Jeff Holland, jeff.holland@suz.com, or David Boldt,
david.boldt@suz.com, both of American Suzuki, +1-714-996-7040, ext. 2464

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CARRERA and Christina Aguilera Appear Together in the

Music Video "Not Myself Tonight"
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CARRERA and Christina Aguilera Appear Together in the Music Video "Not Myself Tonight"

PADOVA, Italy, April 30, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- The long-awaited latest music video by Christina Aguilera,
"Not Myself Tonight," makes its debut - at last - and in it, the sultry
singer is wearing a pair of sunglasses from the legendary CARRERA Vintage
Collection, this season's must-have fashion accessory.

To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

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In the music video, directed by Hype Williams and produced by
RCA Records, Aguilera discovers herself in new form. Throughout the video,
Aguilera transforms into multiple characters, all containing a touch of
Aguilera's playful and strong demeanour that fans have adored. The stylized
video finds Aguilera setting her eye to the future, giving a glimpse into
what is to come. The song "Not Myself Tonight" has an up-beat dance rhythm
and is engaging: "Not Myself Tonight" is the lead single for the new album
"Bionic" and is already a hit!

During her performance, Christina wears the CARRERA sunglass
model "Endurance," one of the extremely colourful models from the CARRERA
Vintage Collection. Made with Optyl (a trademark which identifies a plastic
used exclusively by Safilo Group), the "Endurance" is inspired by the
unforgettable Eighties retro fashions and attracts attention with its highly
recognizable aviator shape. These fashion-forward CARRERA sunglasses help
define Christina's latest chapter of her ever-evolving innovative style and
cement her role as a hard-core fashion icon.

The CARRERA Vintage Collection features new fashion sunglass
styles that resonate with young and stylish trendsetters around the world.
Customized with iconic retro detailing, the new models from CARRERA have
achieved cult status and make a bold fashion statement.

"Not Myself Tonight" is currently being broadcast on all major
radio and online outlets.

CARRERA

CARRERA's trademark history in the sector of sports eyewear
began in 1956. The sunglass brand reached new heights in popularity in the
1980s, becoming one of the most iconic fashion sunglass collections of the
decade. In 1996, CARRERA was acquired by Safilo Group, a market leader in
sunglasses and prescription eyewear. Today, CARRERA remains an iconic and
successful international eyewear brand synonymous with design, innovation and
quality.

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Safilo Group Press Office, Tel: +39-049-698-5459, Fax : +39-049-698-7075, E-mail: pressoffice@safilo.com

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HSN Partners With Grammy Award Winner Mary J. Blige for Exclusive, Ground-Breaking Launch of My Life Fragrance July 31

HSN Partners With Grammy Award Winner Mary J. Blige for Exclusive, Ground-Breaking Launch of My Life Fragrance July 31

-- Launch Represents New Business Model for Selling Fragrance: My Life is First Fine Fragrance to Make Exclusive Industry Debut with a Multichannel Retailer --

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Interactive multichannel retailer HSN has partnered with Grammy award-winning singer and philanthropist Mary J. Blige and polyethnic beauty brand Carol's Daughter, to debut My Life, the fragrance. My Life is the first fragrance to be launched exclusively through a multichannel retailer. Available July 31, My Life will be introduced to consumers via a comprehensive, 360-degree multi-platform campaign that leverages all of HSN's marketing channels, including television, online, mobile, print advertising, public relations, events and direct mail.

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The fragrance is a first from Mary J. Blige and the first celebrity fragrance to be developed by Carol's Daughter. Steve Stoute, Chairman & Lead Investor of Carol's Daughter, played a pivotal role in creating the unique partnership between Mary J. Blige and HSN for this ground-breaking launch.

"We are thrilled to partner with Mary J. Blige and Steve Stoute to forge new ground in the beauty industry, break the existing business model of selling fragrance and leverage the power of our interactive platform to launch My Life," said Mindy Grossman, CEO of HSN, Inc. "Mary's story is inspiring to all women, and we believe our customers will identify with her confidence, compassion and perseverance."

"My life is my journey and I've always shared it through my music. I can't wait to share my story with millions of women through HSN," said Mary J. Blige. "Working with Carol's Daughter on the fragrance has been an amazing experience that I will forever cherish."

A portion of the proceeds of My Life will benefit the Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now (FFAWN). FFAWN was created by Mary J. Blige and Steve Stoute to help women gain the confidence and skills they need to pursue and realize their goals and dreams.

"This partnership will break the stagnant role the fragrance industry has found itself in," said Steve Stoute. "In the truest sense of a fragrance, the emotional journey will be told directly to consumers from one of the world's best lyricists, Mary J. Blige, and the best storyteller, HSN. My Life will touch the lives of millions of women."

HSN's multi-platform marketing campaign will target a broad consumer base, including fans of Mary J. Blige, as well as new and existing HSN & Carol's Daughter customers.

Video segments called Life Chapters will capture various facets of Mary J. Blige's compelling life story, including her philanthropic, music, and beauty projects. The segments will be seeded online, on HSN and through social media such as Facebook and Twitter.

Life Chapters will be utilized to bring the My Life story to life at the upcoming Essence Music Festival in New Orleans July 4th weekend. HSN, a sponsor of the Festival, will produce an interactive My Life booth where fans can learn about the fragrance, journey, and charity, and meet Mary J. Blige. They will also be able to post pictures from the Festival on www.hsn.com/maryjblige.

Mobile marketing will be instrumental in the launch. Prior to each of the Festival's three headlining concerts, HSN will air a newly created vibrant spot directing thousands of concertgoers to an exclusive mobile landing page at http://www.hsn.com/ where they can reserve their order of the My Life fragrance and sign up for tune-in alerts and email reminders. This special online experience will only be available for a limited time to Festival concertgoers.

BACKGROUND ON MY LIFE

My Life is inspired by Mary J. Blige's life experiences outlined in her most personal work of art -- her My Life album. The fragrance is a lyrical composition of florals, fruit and wood understones. It embodies her persona through feminine, beautiful and sensual notes.

The premiere is strategically scheduled on July 31 during the finale of HSN's popular month-long birthday celebration. The My Life HSN "Today's Special" will include a 1.7 eau de parfum and a limited edition gold clutch. Future items include a shower cream, body lotion, and eau de parfum rollerpen. For more information, consumers may log on to www.hsn.com/maryjblige.

About HSN

Headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, HSN is a leading interactive multichannel retailer offering a curated assortment of exclusive products and top brand names to its customers. HSN incorporates experts, entertainment, inspiration, solutions, tips and ideas to provide an entirely unique shopping experience. At HSN, customers find exceptional selections in Health & Beauty (e.g. M. Asam, Carol's Daughter, Coty, FranBrand, FusionBeauty, Andrew Lessman's Procaps, Lancome, Perlier Beauty, Serious Skin Care, Wei East, ybf Beauty); Jewelry (e.g. Heidi Daus, Grayce by Molly Sims, R.J. Graziano, IMAN Global Chic, michaeLisa, Noir, Amedeo Scognamiglio, Tori Spelling, Signature Statement Serena Williams); Home/Lifestyle (e.g. Nate Berkus, Bissell, Colin Cowie, Dyson, Todd English, GreenPan with Thermolon, Emeril Lagasse, Joy Mangano, MoMA Design Store, Wolfgang Puck); Fashion/Accessories (e.g. American Glamour Badgley Mischka, Curations with Stefani Greenfield, Sam Edelman, Loulou de la Falaise, Chi by Carlos Falchi, Diane Gilman, "Timeless" by Naeem Khan, Adrienne Landau, Twiggy); and Electronics (e.g. Canon, Gateway, GE, HP, JVC, Kodak, LG, Sony).

A leader in transactional innovation, HSN is the only retailer offering live streaming video on three screens: TV network, which broadcasts live to 94 million households in the US in HD 24/7; http://www.hsn.com/, which ranks in the top 30 of the top 500 internet retailers and features 15,000 product videos; and mobile via its iPhone application. HSN customers are also able to shop via HSN's live in-flight shopping experience, which launched in late 2009. HSN, founded 32 years ago as the first shopping network, is an operating segment of HSN, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSNI).

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CONTACT: Kendall Griffin, HSN/HL Group, +1-212-529-5533,
kgriffin@hlgrp.com; or Susan Goldberg, Carol's Daughter/Tractenberg & Co.,
+1-212-929-7979, susan@tractenberg.com

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Comedy Great Chris Rock to Stand Up and be Crowned 'Funniest M.F.' at Spike TV's Biggest Boys Night Out

Comedy Great Chris Rock to Stand Up and be Crowned 'Funniest M.F.' at Spike TV's Biggest Boys Night Out

"GUYS CHOICE 2010" Fourth Annual Award Show Celebrating Everything Guys Love Premieres On Spike TV Sunday, June 20 At 10 PM, ET/PT, Tapes Saturday, June 5 At Sony Pictures Studios In Los Angeles Nominees Include George Clooney, Robert Downey Jr., Zach Galifianakis, LeBron James, Tracy Morgan, Zoe Saldana, Olivia Wilde And Many More Guy Favorites Voting Starts Today Only At guyschoice.spike.com

NEW YORK, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- It's time to man up for the biggest boys night of the year! Spike TV announced today the fourth annual "Guys Choice" - a one-night-only event for guys where the year's most hotly debated rivalries from the world of sports, comedy, film and more go up against one another mano-a-mano with original categories that embody everything that matters in "guydom." The two-hour event pays homage to the things guys love most - superstar athletes, the ladies we love, hilarious comedic performances and legendary rockers. Scheduled to tape Saturday, June 5 at the Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, CA, "Guys Choice" premieres Sunday, June 20 (10:00 PM-Midnight, ET/PT) on Spike TV.

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Last year's "Guys Choice" honorees, nominees and participants included: Clint Eastwood, Brad Pitt, Halle Berry, Ben Stiller, Jamie Foxx, Robert Downey Jr., Eddie Van Halen, Quentin Tarantino, Dwyane Wade and Megan Fox. This year's event will honor, among other greats, the comedic genius of Chris Rock and bestow him with the title of "Funniest M.F." Spike TV will celebrate Rock's remarkable body of work as a comedian, writer, actor, producer and an insightful spokesperson for the millions of less funny people who love him. The "Funniest M.F." speech has become a signature of "Guys Choice" and Spike TV and previous winners include Will Ferrell and Steve Carell.

Super Bowl MVP and "Unstoppable Jock" nominee Drew Brees' on being nominated; "Thanks Spike, this is a great honor. Thrilled to be representing The Saints and the city of New Orleans."

Voting for this year's winners is being held online at guyschoice.spike.com beginning today through Friday, June 4. Also online, fans can log-on to view exclusive red carpet and backstage coverage of "Guys Choice." This two-hour man-tastic event features original categories that encompass everything that matters in "guydom," including "Most Dangerous Man," "Guy of the Year," "Biggest Ass Kicker," "Hotter Than Hell" and "Deadliest Warrior." Keeping with tradition, each category is narrowed down to two nominees and is settled like men: mano-a-mano. As always, the night will feature discretionary honors including "Guycon," "Alpha Male," "Guy Movie of the Year," "Most Man-ticipated Movie," "Rock Gods," "Decade of Hotness" and, of course, our "Brass Balls" award.

All-star nominees include Drew Brees, George Clooney, Brooklyn Decker, Robert Downey Jr., Zach Galifianakis, LeBron James, Miranda Kerr, Tracy Morgan, Ozzy Osbourne, Zoe Saldana, Olivia Wilde, Sofia Vergara and many more (complete list of categories and nominees is below).

2010 marks the first year "Guys Choice" has gone global, with nearly 100 countries already picking up the rights, a figure that's expected to grow. "Guys Choice" is the third Spike event to be distributed internationally along with "Scream Awards" and the "Video Game Awards."

The official sponsors of Spike TV's "Guys Choice" are AT&T, AXE Hair, Captain Morgan, Corona, and Pizza Hut.

Following are the categories and nominees for Spike TV's "GUYS CHOICE"
For the full list fans can go to guyschoice.spike.com

BIGGEST ASS KICKER
Jack Bauer vs. Perseus

MOST DANGEROUS MAN
Manny Pacquiao vs. Georges St-Pierre

HOLY GRAIL OF HOT
Zoe Saldana vs. Jessica Biel

UNSTOPPABLE JOCK
Drew Brees vs. LeBron James

HOTTER THAN HELL
Miranda Kerr vs. Brooklyn Decker

GUY OF THE YEAR
George Clooney vs. Zach Galifianakis

TOP FANTASY LEAGUER
Kevin Durant vs. Chris Johnson

HOTTEST "OLIVIA"
Olivia Munn vs. Olivia Wilde

HOT SHOT
Danica Patrick vs. Lindsey Vonn

COMEDY MVP
Ed Helms vs. Tracy Morgan

HOT AND FUNNY
Kaley Cuoco vs. Sofia Vergara

OUTSTANDING LITERARY ACHIEVEMENT
Ozzy Osbourne's "I Am Ozzy" vs Tracy Morgan's "I Am The New Black"

DEADLIEST WARRIOR
Robert Downey Jr. as Sherlock Holmes vs. Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man

JEAN-CLAUDE GAHD DAM
Scarlett Johansson vs. Zoe Saldana

Casey Patterson, Carol Donovan, and Beth McCarthy-Miller will serve as executive producers.

Spike TV is available in 98.6 million homes and is a division of MTV Networks. A unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA)(NYSE:VIA.B), MTV Networks is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Spike TV's Internet address is www.spike.com and for up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs, visit Spike TV's press site at http://www.spike.com/press

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060322/NYW096LOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Spike TV

CONTACT: Aileen Budow, Spike TV, +1-212-767-3952,
aileen.budow@spiketv.com; Kevin Sornatale, Spike TV, +1-212-767-8621,
kevin.sornatale@spiketv.com

Web Site: http://www.spike.com/
http://guyschoice.spike.com/

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Chevrolet Joins Oprah's 'No Phone Zone' Campaign to Combat Distracted Driving

Chevrolet Joins Oprah's 'No Phone Zone' Campaign to Combat Distracted Driving

DETROIT, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Chevrolet joined the "No Phone Zone" campaign, created by Oprah Winfrey and Harpo Studios, to combat distracted driving. General Motors Chairman and CEO Ed Whitacre, along with UAW employees from GM's Lansing Delta Township assembly plant, announced Chevrolet's support of the campaign in a taped segment during "The Oprah Winfrey Show" dedicated to the first national "No Phone Zone" Day.

The campaign is dedicated to honoring the lives lost due to distracted driving, educating the public about the dangers of distracted driving and activating people to make a difference in their communities. As part of the campaign, drivers are encouraged to take the "No Phone Zone" pledge. The pledge, available at www.oprah.com, asks motorists to commit to:

-- Not text while driving
-- Not text while driving, and use only hands-free calling
-- Not text or use the phone while driving, and pull over to a secure
location if they need to make a call

In addition to Whitacre's appearance on "The Oprah Winfrey Show", Chevrolet will lead an internal campaign to encourage the more than 77,000 General Motors employees in the U.S. to take the "No Phone Zone" pledge. Chevrolet will also sponsor more than 400 public service announcement (PSA) broadcasts for the "No Phone Zone" campaign. Once the PSA is finalized, it will also be available online at www.youtube.com/chevrolet.

"We are proud to help Oprah raise awareness of the risks of distracted driving," said Jim Campbell, U.S. Vice President Chevrolet Marketing. "The 'No Phone Zone' campaign fits our own mission to keep Chevrolet drivers, and their loved ones, as safe as possible while on the road. That's why every Chevrolet is designed to offer peace-of-mind, with technologies to help drivers avoid crashes, and features to protect occupants in the event of a crash."

Chevrolet's use of technology to help drivers avoid crashes is exemplified by the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, which will arrive at U.S. dealerships in the third quarter.

The Cruze will be available with a number of features to help drivers avoid distractions, including: duplicate stereo controls on the steering wheel, allowing drivers to adjust audio settings without taking their hands off the wheel; Bluetooth connectivity, allowing drivers to make hands-free calls using a Bluetooth-equipped mobile device; and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation, allowing drivers to program the vehicle's navigation system with one push of the OnStar blue button.

If an emergency maneuver is necessary, the Cruze also features active safety technologies to help drivers maintain control, including StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover sensing, traction control, and anti-lock brakes as standard equipment.

Chevrolet's use of safety features to protect occupants during a crash is supported by crash-test results from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Chevrolet vehicles are designed to offer a comprehensive safety package, including high-strength-steel safety cages, advanced air bags, load-sensing safety belts, and OnStar Automatic Crash Response technology. For 2010 models, the approach earned five Chevrolet vehicles the highest possible five-star front- and side-impact ratings from NHTSA, including the Equinox, HHR, Malibu, Tahoe Hybrid, and Traverse.

"The test results for 2010 Chevrolet models show that we are continually improving the safety of our vehicles," said Campbell. "We also look for ways to encourage responsible driving habits, such as using safety belts and proper child restraints on every trip. That's why I would like to encourage all drivers to join me in taking Oprah's 'No Phone Zone' Pledge."

About Chevrolet

Chevrolet is one of America's best-known and best-selling automotive brands, and one of the fastest growing brands in the world. With fuel solutions that range from "gas-friendly to gas-free," Chevrolet has nine models that offer an EPA-estimated 30 miles per gallon or more on the highway, and offers two hybrid models. More than 2.5 million Chevrolets that run on E85 biofuel have been sold. Chevrolet delivers expressive design, spirited performance and strives to provide the best value in every segment in which it competes. More information can be found at www.chevrolet.com. For more information on the Volt, visit http://media.gm.com/volt.

Source: General Motors

CONTACT: Cristi Vazquez, Chevrolet Communications,
Cristianna.vazquez@gm.com, Office: +1-313-665-8232

Web Site: http://media.gm.com/
http://www.chevrolet.com/

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Link TV's ViewChange.org Launches Online Film Contest for Powerful Stories About Progress Towards UN Millennium Development Goals

Link TV's ViewChange.org Launches Online Film Contest for Powerful Stories About Progress Towards UN Millennium Development Goals

WENDERS, GLOVER, SEN. INOUYE, AND OTHER CELEBRITY JUDGES TO SELECT FINALISTS; $20,000 GRAND PRIZE AWARD

SAN FRANCISCO, April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Link TV's ViewChange.org, a next generation multi-media website launching this Fall, today kicks off an online short-film competition, with a Grand Prize of $20,000. The ViewChange Online Film Contest aims to find meaningful stories showing how international development efforts are impacting and improving the lives of the world's poorest people and making progress towards achieving the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). These eight international goals, adopted by UN member countries, aim to improve the social and economic conditions in the world's poorest countries.

Online voters will help select the finalists and a celebrity panel of judges will select the winners. The judges' panel includes: Gael Garcia Bernal, actor and director; Wim Wenders, director; Danny Glover, actor, director, and UN Ambassador; Senator Daniel K. Inouye, Chair of the Committee on Appropriations; Angelique Kidjo, Grammy Award-winning musician and UN Ambassador; and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, author of "Purple Hibiscus" and a MacArthur Fellow.

"There are countless beacons of success in eradicating poverty, hunger, and disease in the developing world but those stories rarely get told," said Danny Glover, actor, humanitarian and Link TV Board Member. "We know that stories have the power to change the world for the better and these films will allow us to clearly show and share the meaningful progress that is happening on a daily basis."

ViewChange.org, funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is calling on professional and amateur filmmakers to submit short videos that will be used to raise awareness, inspire action, and accelerate the worldwide movement to improve social and economic conditions in the poorest nations around the globe. Entrants will be required to submit films of five minutes or less, in one of six categories, reflecting the progress being made in achieving the MDGs. In addition to the Grand Prize, a winner will be selected in each category and will receive a $5,000 prize. The categories include:

1. Sustainability: Solutions that last. Growth and development with a
plan. Programs that will continue when the foreign aid ends.
2. Innovation: New solutions to old problems. Creative ideas for otherwise
stagnant or persistent issues. Emerging technologies in health,
agriculture, education, and environmental protection.
3. Overcoming Conflict: Stories of success in the face of
conflict--anything from cultural barriers to war or oppression.
Grassroots efforts to overcome overwhelming obstacles.
4. Empowerment: Stories of initiative, of people improving their own lives
and the lives of those like them. Transcending barriers like gender.
5. Leadership & Governance: Steps forward in accountability, freedom, or
citizen engagement in government. Advances in civil/human rights;
progress toward reforming broken systems.
6. Local/Global Partnerships: Teamwork between on-the-ground efforts and
governments, NGOs, social entrepreneurs, and private initiatives.

In addition to cash prizes, the videos of winners and finalists will be broadcast nationally on Link TV and other television channels worldwide. Films will also be available for high-quality streaming at ViewChange.org. The contest launches April 30. Final film submissions are due August 31, with voting beginning September 1 and closing September 15. The online voting community will determine two of the five finalists; Link TV will select the other three. The celebrity panel of judges will review only the finalists' entries (six categories, five finalists in each category) and choose Category Winners and the Grand Prize Winner. Finalists will be announced in mid-September. Winners will be announced in mid-October. Contestants can upload their short film submissions at: ViewChangeFilmContest.org and download the film contest rules and regulations here: http://www.linktv.org/viewchangefilmcontest/about/rules.

Link TV is launching ViewChange.org--a new multimedia website that uses the power of stories to improve the lives of people in developing countries. The site is expected to go live at the end of October. Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the site combines powerful video stories with the latest articles, blogs, and actions and makes them easily shared. ViewChange.org uses new semantic technology to pinpoint the most relevant information when you need it, with unrivaled search accuracy. Users will save time and increase impact, by using the rich media to change attitudes and inspire citizens to action. www.viewchange.org.

Link TV is the nation's largest independent television broadcaster, and is devoted to providing diverse global perspectives on news, current events, and world culture not typically available on other U.S. networks. Link TV regularly airs a robust selection of award-winning films and documentaries that explore the human condition from diverse multi-cultural perspectives. Link TV is available as basic service on DIRECTV channel 375 and DISH Network channel 9410 and on more than 50 urban cable systems, reaching a total of more than 47 million U.S. homes. For complete background information, program schedule, and internet streaming of Link TV's original programs, music videos, documentary clips, and artist interviews, visit www.linktv.org.

Source: Link TV

CONTACT: Abby Parr of Fleishman-Hillard, +1-202-828-8885,
abby.parr@fleishman.com, for Link TV

Web Site: http://www.viewchange.org/
http://www.linktv.org/

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Universal Studios Hollywood Challenges Filmmakers to Imagine 'King Kong's Path to Universal Studios Hollywood' as Part of a Short Film Competition Coinciding With Launch of 'King Kong 360 3-D,' World's Largest, Most Intense 3-D Experience

Universal Studios Hollywood Challenges Filmmakers to Imagine 'King Kong's Path to Universal Studios Hollywood' as Part of a Short Film Competition Coinciding With Launch of 'King Kong 360 3-D,' World's Largest, Most Intense 3-D Experience

Winners To Share $15,000 in Prize Money, Including $8,000 Grand Prize

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., April 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Studios Hollywood(SM) is challenging filmmakers to compete in a virtual short film competition with $15,000 in prize money timed to coincide with the launch of the theme park's highly anticipated attraction, "King Kong 360 3-D," the world's largest, most intense 3-D experience, opening this summer.

Filmmakers are invited to submit one-to-three minute film shorts that support the theme, "King Kong's Path to Universal Studios Hollywood" via the creative online social networking site, Zooppa, which is administering the competition on behalf of Universal Studios Hollywood, at www.zooppa.com/contests/king-kong.

The short film competition invites filmmakers to depict the havoc a behemoth Kong might wreak had he stomped though their hometowns as he makes his way back to Universal Studios Hollywood.

Filmmakers are presented with the creative challenge to establish the suspenseful return of King Kong without revealing the iconic figure's whole face or whole body in any of the scenes. To view one approach to this issue, filmmakers are directed to Universal Studios Hollywood's "King Kong 360 3-D" campaign ad at "King Kong 360 3-D" which depicts the aftermath of Kong's destruction as he enters Universal Studios Hollywood.

Entries can be submitted through June 7, 2010 and must include the following three key phrases for consideration: "King Kong 360 3-D," "Universal Studios Hollywood," and "Summer 2010." All entrants must be 18 years of age. Details and submission can be found at www.zooppa.com/contests/king-kong.

Eleven winning shorts will be announced on June 14, 2010. The winning film short will be selected by Universal Studios Hollywood's creative community and awarded a grand prize of $8,000, with second and third place winning $3,000 and $1000, respectively. An additional $3,000 will be divided up among ten finalists voted by registered Zooppa users and Zooppa's creative staff.

Making its colossal debut this summer, "King Kong 360 3-D will open as a signature attraction on the world famous, behind-the-scenes Studio Tour. Hailed as the world's largest, most intense 3-D experience, "King Kong 360 3-D" will feature visceral state-of-the-art special effects with new 3-D media to deliver an incomparable theme park ride of epic proportions. Studio Tour guests will be transported to Skull Island where they will find themselves catapulted into the middle of a terrifying struggle between a giant T-Rex and "the eighth wonder of the world" - King Kong.

Universal Studios Hollywood is a unit of Universal Parks & Resorts, a division of Universal Studios, a part of NBC Universal. NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Formed in May of 2004 through the combining of NBC and Vivendi Universal Entertainment, NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80% owned by General Electric (NYSE:GE), with 20% controlled by Vivendi Universal.

Source: Universal Studios Hollywood

CONTACT: Eliot Sekuler, +1-818-622-6896, eliot.sekuler@nbcuni.com, or
Audrey Eig, +1-818-622-2962, audrey.eig@nbcuni.com, both of Universal Studios
Hollywood

Web Site: http://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/
http://www.zooppa.com/contests/king-kong

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Rentrak Announces Top Ten Movies-on-Demand Titles Week Ending April 25, 2010

Rentrak Announces Top Ten Movies-on-Demand Titles Week Ending April 25, 2010

PORTLAND, Ore., April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Rentrak Corporation (NASDAQ:RENT), today announced the top ten movies-on-demand (VOD) titles based on consumer transaction rate. Movies-on-demand are transactional (pay-per-purchase) films available through cable and telco providers.

According to the company's OnDemand Essentials service, the top ten most-viewed titles, per data collected from April 19, 2010 through April 25, 2010 include:

Rentrak Top Ten VOD Titles
BOX
VOD RELEASE MPAA OFFICE
RANK TITLE STUDIO DATE RATING ($M)
1 The Lovely Bones* Paramount 4/20/10 PG-13 44.0
(NYSE: VIA; VIA.B)
2 Crazy Heart* Fox 4/20/10 R 39.2
(NASDAQ:NWS)
3 Alvin and Chipmunks: The Fox 4/06/10 PG 219.5
Squeakquel (NASDAQ:NWS)
4 2012 Sony 4/01/10 PG-13 166.1
(NYSE:SNE)
5 The Blind Side* Warner Bros. 3/23/10 PG-13 255.1
(NYSE:TWX)
6 Sherlock Holmes* Warner Bros. 3/30/10 PG-13 208.7
(NYSE:TWX)
7 The Men Who Stare at Anchor Bay 4/21/10 R 32.4
Goats (NASDAQ:LCAPA)(NASDAQ:LCAPB)
8 Up in the Air Paramount 4/07/10 R 83.8
(NYSE: VIA; VIA.B)
9 The Princess and Buena Vista 4/15/10 G 104.4
the Frog (NYSE:DIS)
10 Planet 51 Sony 4/08/10 PG 42.2
(NYSE:SNE)

Source: Rentrak OnDemand Essentials, as dated, rank based on Transaction Rate. OnDemand Essentials includes reporting from Operator partners on Television On Demand usage. * Indicates day-and-date with home video release.

© Rentrak Corporation 2010 -Content in this chart is produced and/or compiled by Rentrak Corporation and its OnDemand Essentials data collection and analytical service, and is covered by provisions of the Copyright Act. The material presented herein is intended to be available for public use. You may reproduce the content of the chart in any format or medium without first obtaining permission, subject to the following requirements: (1) the material must be reproduced accurately; and (2) any publication or issuance of any part of the material to others must acknowledge Rentrak Corporation as the source of the material.

About OnDemand Essentials®

OnDemand Essentials, a service of Rentrak's Advanced Media & Information Division, provides operators, content providers (including broadcast/cable networks, studios) and advertisers with a transactional tracking and reporting system to view and analyze on-demand content. The product is an extension of Rentrak's Essentials suite of business intelligence products customized for the entertainment industry. OnDemand Essentials clients have password protected, near real-time, Web browser-based 24/7 access to on demand consumer usage data at various access levels based on business and privacy rules. A sophisticated toolset aggregates and reports data across multiple vendors in one easy to use report system. Clients using the OnDemand Essentials system are able to instantly analyze and interpret their own business data to identify trends, program and promote more effectively, as well as track their performance against the broader business sector in which they operate.

About Rentrak Corporation

Rentrak Corporation (NASDAQ:RENT) is a global digital media measurement and research company, serving the most recognizable companies in the entertainment industry. With a reach across numerous platforms including box office, home entertainment, on-demand and linear television, broadband and mobile, Rentrak is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with additional offices worldwide in Los Angeles, New York City, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, Argentina, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom. For more information on any of Rentrak's services, please visit www.rentrak.com.

CONTACT: Rogers & Cowan for Rentrak Corporation
Sallie Olmsted Amanda Bialek
(310) 854-8124 (310) 854-8151
solmsted@rogersandcowan.comabialek@rogersandcowan.com

Source: Rentrak Corporation

CONTACT: Sallie Olmsted, +1-310-854-8124, solmsted@rogersandcowan.com,
or Amanda Bialek, +1-310-854-8151, abialek@rogersandcowan.com, both of Rogers
& Cowan, for Rentrak Corporation

Web Site: http://www.rentrak.com/

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China Digital TV Files 2009 Annual Report on Form 20-F

China Digital TV Files 2009 Annual Report on Form 20-F

BEIJING, April 30 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China Digital TV Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE:STV) ("China Digital TV" or the "Company"), the leading provider of conditional access ("CA") systems to China's expanding digital television market, today announced that it has filed its annual report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 on Form 20-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 30, 2010. The 2009 Form 20-F can be accessed on China Digital TV's investor relations website at http://ir.chinadtv.cn/ . Shareholders may also request a hard copy of the Company's complete audited financial statements, free of charge, by contacting the Company at ir@chinadtv.cn.

About China Digital TV

Founded in 2004, China Digital TV is the leading provider of CA systems to China's expanding digital television market. CA systems enable television network operators to manage the delivery of customized content and services to their subscribers. China Digital TV conducts substantially all of its business through its PRC subsidiary, Beijing Super TV Co., Ltd., and its affiliate, Beijing Novel-Super Digital TV Technology Co., Ltd., as well as subsidiaries of its affiliate.

For more information please visit the Investor Relations section of China Digital TV's website at http://ir.chinadtv.cn/ . The information contained in that website is not a part of this announcement.

Source: China Digital TV Holding Co., Ltd.

CONTACT: In China: Eric Yuan, China Digital TV at +86-10-8279-0021 or
ir@chinadtv.cn; Cynthia He, Brunswick Group LLC at +86-10-6566-2256 or
che@brunswickgroup.com; In the US: Kate Tellier, Brunswick Group LLC at
+1-212-706-7879 or ktellier@brunswickgroup.com

Web site: http://ir.chinadtv.cn/

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Corus Entertainment analyst and investor update Friday, April 30 at 8 a.m. ET

Corus Entertainment analyst and investor update Friday, April 30 at 8 a.m. ET

TORONTO, April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The senior management team of Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B; NYSE: CJR) will hold a conference call today, at 8 a.m. ET/7 a.m. CT/6 a.m. MT/5 a.m. PT to review the divestiture of its Corus Quebec radio stations. While this call is directed at analysts and investors, members of the media are welcome to listen in.

The dial-in number for the conference call is 1-800-755-1805 (toll-free North America) or 416-981-9039 (local or international).

- Please call five to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

A replay of this call will be available beginning April 30 at 5 p.m. ET on the Corus Entertainment website at www.corusent.com in the Investor Relations section. The call will be archived on www.corusent.com in the Investor Relations section.

About Corus Entertainment Inc.

Corus Entertainment Inc. is a Canadian-based media and entertainment company. Corus is a market leader in specialty television and radio with additional assets in pay television, advertising services, television broadcasting, children's book publishing and children's animation. The company's multimedia entertainment brands include YTV, Treehouse, Nickelodeon (Canada), W Network, CosmoTV, VIVA, Sundance Channel (Canada), Movie Central, HBO Canada, Nelvana, Kids Can Press and radio stations including CKNW, CFOX, CKOI, 98,5 FM, Q107 and 102.1 the Edge. Corus creates engaging branded entertainment experiences for its audiences across multiple platforms. A publicly traded company, Corus is listed on the Toronto (CJR.B) and New York (CJR) exchanges. Experience Corus on the web at www.corusent.com.

Source: Corus Entertainment Inc.

CONTACT: Tracy Ewing, Vice President, Communications , Corus
Entertainment Inc., (416) 642-3792, tracy.ewing@corusent.com

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Corus Entertainment enters into an agreement with COGECO Inc. to sell its Corus Quebec radio stations

Corus Entertainment enters into an agreement with COGECO Inc. to sell its Corus Quebec radio stations

TORONTO, April 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B; NYSE: CJR) today announced they have reached an agreement with COGECO Inc. for Cogeco to purchase the Corus Quebec radio stations: Montreal French (CKOI 96,9, 98,5, CKAC Sports - including CKAC's digital licence), Montreal English (The Q 92.5), Quebec City (102,9 Souvenirs Garantis, CKOI 102,1), Gatineau (104,7 Souvenirs Garantis), Sherbrooke (107,7 Souvenirs Garantis, CKOI 104,5), Trois-Rivieres (106,9 Souvenirs Garantis), St-Jerome (CIME 103,9).

The total value of the transaction will be approximately $80 million CDN. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval.

"Corus Entertainment has made the strategic decision to divest of its Corus Quebec radio stations and focus on brands in our Television division and our Ontario and Western Canadian radio stations," said John Cassaday, President and CEO, Corus Entertainment.

"We are pleased with the opportunity to pursue the development of these radio stations for the benefit of members of the Quebec community in which we have grown, in particular in broadcasting, for the last 53 years," said COGECO Inc. President and CEO Louis Audet.

Corus Entertainment will continue to own and operate the stations until the transaction closes. CIBC World Markets Inc. is acting as the financial advisor to Corus Entertainment with respect to the transaction.

About Corus Entertainment Inc.

Corus Entertainment Inc. is a Canadian-based media and entertainment company. Corus is a market leader in specialty television and radio with additional assets in pay television, advertising services, television broadcasting, children's book publishing and children's animation. The company's multimedia entertainment brands include YTV, Treehouse, Nickelodeon (Canada), W Network, CosmoTV, VIVA, Sundance Channel (Canada), Movie Central, HBO Canada, Nelvana, Kids Can Press and radio stations including CKNW, CFOX, CKOI, 98,5 FM, Q107 and 102.1 the Edge. Corus creates engaging branded entertainment experiences for its audiences across multiple platforms. A publicly traded company, Corus is listed on the Toronto (CJR.B) and New York (CJR) exchanges. Experience Corus on the web at www.corusent.com.

Source: Corus Entertainment Inc.

CONTACT: Tracy Ewing, Vice President, Communications, Corus
Entertainment Inc., (416) 642-3792, tracy.ewing@corusent.com

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