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Wednesday, August 31, 2005

Stater Bros. Supermarkets Partners With KCAL-9/CBS-2 to Raise Funds For Victims of Hurricane Katrina

Stater Bros. Supermarkets Partners With KCAL-9/CBS-2 to Raise Funds For Victims of Hurricane Katrina

COLTON, Calif., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Stater Bros. Supermarkets and the Stater Bros. "Family" of Employees are partnering with KCAL-9/CBS-2 to assist the victims of Hurricane Katrina, which has ravaged our Gulf Coast states.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030421/STATERLOGO )

KCAL-9/CBS-2 will be in the parking lots of four Stater Bros. Supermarkets from 6:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. on both Thursday, September 1, and Friday, September 2, to collect monetary donations for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

The funds that are collected during these two days will be donated to the American Red Cross to assist in their emergency relief efforts in the states impacted by this disaster.

Monetary donations only will be accepted at the following Stater Bros. Supermarket Locations:

* Santa Clarita Stater Bros. Supermarket @ 26900 Sierra Highway, Santa
Clarita 91321
* Long Beach Stater Bros. Supermarket @ 6501 East Spring Street, Long
Beach 90808
* Costa Mesa Stater Bros. Supermarket @ 1175-C Baker Street, Costa Mesa
92626
* Fontana Stater Bros. Supermarket @ 15222 Summit Avenue, Fontana 92336

Stater Bros. was founded in 1936 in Yucaipa, California, and has grown steadily through the years to become the largest privately owned Supermarket Chain in California and the largest private employer in both San Bernardino County and Riverside County, with annual sales in 2004 of $3.7 billion. Stater Bros. is the only Inland Empire headquartered company on the 2005 "Fortune 500" list. Stater Bros. also owns and operates Heartland Farms, provider of Knudsen Dairy products to Southern California. The Company currently operates 161 Supermarkets, and there are over 17,000 members of the Stater Bros. "Family" of Employees.

STATER BROS. MARKETS... SERVING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FOR 69 YEARS

Contact:
Susan Atkinson
Vice President Corporate Affairs
Stater Bros. Markets
(909) 783-5038

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Stater Bros.

CONTACT: Susan Atkinson, Vice President Corporate Affairs of Stater
Bros. Markets, +1-909-783-5038

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Marketron To Provide Free Recovery Services to Radio and TV Stations Hit by Hurricane Katrina

Marketron To Provide Free Recovery Services to Radio and TV Stations Hit by Hurricane Katrina

Sales, Traffic and Billing Software Provider to Help Stations Get Live ASAP

BURLINGAME, Calif., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Marketron International today announced that it will provide free recovery services to Radio and Television stations that have been hit by Hurricane Katrina. Marketron's Project Recovery will help stations get their Sales, Traffic and Billing operations functional during this emergency and provide hosting services while stations rebuild.

"People rely on radio and television during a crisis, and broadcasters are well known for pulling out all stops to help their local communities in times of need. Marketron wants to do its part to help our Radio and TV colleagues in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama get back up and running as soon as possible," said Mike Jackson, CEO of Marketron International. "Marketron's hosting platform enables us to provide stations with a working Sales and Traffic system very quickly."

Marketron's Project Recovery will leverage the Marketron hosted sales and traffic software to enable stations affected by Hurricane Katrina to establish remote operations. Station personnel will be able to work from any computer with an Internet connection. More than 40 broadcast groups and 5,000 individual subscribers rely on Marketron's hosting platform today.

Stations interested in Marketron's Project Recovery are encouraged to call 208.788.6808.

About Marketron International

Marketron International is a leading provider of broadcast management solutions for the Radio, TV and Cable industries. Marketron's fully integrated suite of sales, traffic, finance and business intelligence solutions automates workflow from proposal to billing, enabling groups to optimize inventory and increase revenues. Today, 1,600 broadcasters in North America license Marketron solutions. Marketron International is headquartered in Burlingame, Calif., with five offices across North America. The company is privately held and its investors include Darwin Group, Internet Capital Group, Pisces Group and Rosewood Capital. For more information, please visit http://www.marketron.com/.

Source: Marketron International

CONTACT: Lauren Carpenter, +1-650-548-2230, or mobile, +1-415-816-5419,
lcarpenter@marketron.com

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

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'Mercedes-Benz Credit Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort'

'Mercedes-Benz Credit Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort'

30 Sec. Live Radio Spot

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ Mercedes-Benz Credit understands that customers affected by Hurricane Katrina are focusing their attention on personal matters, so the company has implemented the following actions for customers in portions of Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi:

Mercedes-Benz Credit will offer customers in affected areas special assistance, including "Special Circumstance" extensions and deferrals for up to 90 days.

Customers affected by the severe weather and who wish to discuss their payment options can contact a dedicated Mercedes-Benz Credit customer service representative at (800) 654-6222.

Source: DaimlerChrysler Services North America

CONTACT: Amber Paauwe of DaimlerChrysler Services North America,
+1-248-427-3126, arp11@dcx.com

Web site: http://www.daimlerchryslerservices.com/na

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MTV, VH1, and CMT Launch Hurricane Katrina Relief Campaign

MTV, VH1, and CMT Launch Hurricane Katrina Relief Campaign

Live Multi-Artist, Multi-Genre, Multi-Platform Special

Set for Saturday, September 10th Featuring Ludacris, Green Day, Gretchen Wilson, Usher, Alicia Keys, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews Band, Rob Thomas, David Banner, Linkin Park's Chester Bennington, and More

Special to Direct Donations to The American Red Cross and Promote Volunteerism

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- MTV, VH1, and CMT today announced the first stage of an ongoing Hurricane Katrina relief campaign -- a multi-artist, multi-genre, multi-platform live performance special set to air across all three networks on Saturday, September 10th. The special will seek to raise much needed funds for The American Red Cross and similar organizations as they continue their relief efforts. The campaign will also seek to activate the diverse audiences across MTV, VH1, and CMT to drive volunteerism, donations, and general awareness.

"In the face of a tragedy of this scope, we simply have to do everything in our power to offer support, comfort and hope to all the people directly impacted by the hurricane. This is always the first and best instinct of all our millions of viewers, and the artists we know so well. If we can offer a platform to contribute in some meaningful way, all of our MTV Networks brands will be there," said Judy McGrath, Chair and CEO, MTV Networks. "Our goal is to join forces on every medium to get involved, to volunteer, to contribute in any way we can."

"There's been an outpouring of support and concern and a desire to help from the artist community, our audiences and our employees. We feel fortunate to be able to provide a forum to channel all of this energy and good will and to let the people in the affected states know that we're there for them," said Van Toffler, President MTV Networks Music Group. "Many of the artists across our channels are from the affected areas and have a strong connection to the south. We are looking to activate every hip-hop, rock, country, R&B, and pop music fan out there to get involved and help support the relief efforts."

The ongoing relief campaign will kick off with a live programming block from locations in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Nashville featuring Ludacris, Green Day, Gretchen Wilson, Usher, Alicia Keys, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews Band, Rob Thomas, David Banner, Linkin Park's Chester Bennington, and more. The special will feature performances from country, pop, rock, and hip-hop artists and will be simulcast across all three networks, as well as MTV2, mtvU, VH1 Classic, plus MTV Overdrive and VSpot, the broadband video networks. Additional details will be announced shortly.

Starting immediately, all CMT, VH1, and MTV platforms will begin an awareness campaign to provide information to viewers on how to get involved and participate in the relief efforts. Viewers and users will be directed to web sites and numbers where they can make donations of money, clothing, equipment, and anything else that may help the affected areas

MTV News also announced today that it will air a special on the hurricane relief efforts which will also air on Saturday, September 10th and feature news correspondents Gideon Yago, Sway Calloway, and SuChin Pak filing from the hardest hit areas.

mtvU also announced today that it will be partnering with its nearly 7 million college students, national fraternities and sororities, other student organizations and Urban Outfitters to mobilize clothing drives, donations and volunteer relief efforts. mtvU will also continue to broadcast special features from the universities most affected by the hurricane, and will highlight the relief work of the thousands of college students who have been displaced and cannot return to their schools.

Viacom, MTV Networks parent company, is making a $1,000,000 cash contribution to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Effort and is also instituting a worldwide employee matching gift program for employee donations. For any donation made by a Viacom employee to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Effort, Viacom will match the amount, over and above the company's direct cash contribution.

Additionally, Viacom's other media properties, including BET, CBS, and UPN, as well as Infinity Broadcasting and Viacom Outdoor have a variety of support efforts underway ranging from special programming, to the donation of significant air time for public service announcements for the American Red Cross and other organizations that are coordinating relief and fundraising efforts. Local television, radio and outdoor operations are also involved in organizing and supporting community-based relief efforts.

The total value of these efforts including donated airtime and ad space is estimated to total tens of millions of dollars overall.

The American Red Cross is asking people to help by making an online contribution to the Disaster Relief Fund at http://www.redcross.org/ or by calling 1-800-HELP-NOW to donate, signing up with a local chapter to volunteer or making a blood donation.

MTV Networks, a division of Viacom International Inc. (NYSE:VIA)(NYSE:VIA.B), owns and operates the following television programming services -- MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, mtvU, VHI, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, MTV INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 12 digital services, all of which are trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.

Source: MTV

CONTACT: Graham James, +1-212-846-8911, Graham.james@mtvstaff.com, or
Ariana Urbont, +1-310-752-8079, Ariana.urbont@mtvstaff.com, or Jeannie Kedas,
+1-212-846-4629, Jeannie.kedas@mtvstaff.com, all of MTV; or Brett Henne of
VH1, +1-212-846-6752, Brett.Henne@vh1staff.com; or Cindy McLean,
+1-615-335-8404, Cindy.mclean@cmt.com, or Lisa Chader, +1-615-335-8405,
Lisa.chader@cmt.com, both of CMT for MTV

Web site: http://www.mtv.com/
http://www.redcross.org/

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'Chrysler Financial Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort'

'Chrysler Financial Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort'

30 Sec. Live Radio Spot

FARMINGTON HILL, Mich., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler Financial understands that customers affected by Hurricane Katrina are focusing their attention on personal matters, so the company has implemented the following actions for customers in portions of Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi:

Chrysler Financial will offer customers in affected areas special assistance, including "Special Circumstance" extensions and deferrals for up to 90 days.

Customers affected by the severe weather can contact a dedicated Chrysler Financial customer service representative at (800) 556-8172.

Source: DaimlerChrysler Services North America

CONTACT: Amber Paauwe of DaimlerChrysler Services, +1-248-427-3126,
arp11@dcx.com

Web site: http://www.daimlerchryslerservices.com/na

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/C O R R E C T I O N -- VH1/

/C O R R E C T I O N -- VH1/

In the news release, Biz Markie, En Vogue, Faith Evans, Fat Joe, T.I. and The Roots Join Kanye West, Eve, Nelly, Common, Jazzy Jeff, Snoop Dogg and Missy Elliott as Performers on 'VH1's Hip Hop Honors' Premiering Monday, September 26 at 9pm*, issued earlier today by VH1 over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the fifth paragraph, "VH1 Hip Hop Honors" is sponsored by Hyundai, Paramount, Taco Bell and T-Mobile, should not have been included in the release as originally issued inadvertently.

PR Newswire -- Aug. 31

Source: VH1

Web site: http://www.vh1.com/

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LG Mobile Phones Make a Big Splash at the MTV Video Music Awards in Miami

LG Mobile Phones Make a Big Splash at the MTV Video Music Awards in Miami

Cell Phones Take Center Stage as LG Mixes and Mingles With the Stylish Crowd at the MTV VMA's

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- This past weekend in Miami, Florida, LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A. (LG Mobile Phones) mixed and mingled with the stars at several different parties and events to celebrate the MTV Video Music Awards. Representatives from LG were on hand to introduce the guests to two of their hot new entertainment focused handsets, the LG VX8100 and the upcoming LG VX9800. The VMA's are all about bringing together the hottest stars in music, film and television to celebrate entertainment, and LG's latest phones are all about echoing that convergence for the ultimate wireless entertainment experience.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050831/LAW100 )

Both the VX8100 and VX9800 are advanced, stylish mobile phones that embody the new world of convergence between consumers, technology and entertainment. These two phones feature high-speed data access for video on demand and playing MP3 files with external memory access and state-of-the-art stereo speakers for unequaled sound, making them ideal entertainment devices. With these two handsets, and even more phones planned for the future, LG is demonstrating how new technologies can and will bring entertainment into every part of our lives and every minute of our days.

The VX8100 handset is available now, and representatives from LG's Concierge program handed them out to celebs at the different VMA events so they can experience the fun and entertainment of an LG phone. LG's representatives also gave stars and guests the chance to preview the new VX9800, slated to launch later this year and already generating significant buzz in the wireless and entertainment communities.

"LG is all about making the latest and greatest technologies a part of our customers' daily lives," said Jon Maron, director of marketing, LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A. "LG is way ahead of the pack in integrating these new entertainment functions into mobile phones, and we're eager to share these entertainment-focused handsets with the musicians and actors -- we're incredibly excited to have had a presence at the VMA's and the chance to connect with celebrities and introduce them to LG."

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (Korea Stock Exchange: 06657.KS) is a global force in electronics, information and communications products with 2004 annual sales of US $38 billion (consolidated). With more than 66,000 employees working in 76 subsidiaries in 39 countries around the world, LG Electronics is comprised of four main business companies including Mobile Communications, Digital Appliance, Digital Display, Digital Media.

LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is the world's leading manufacturer of WCDMA (UMTS), CDMA and GSM handsets, and the fastest growing manufacturer of mobile phones worldwide. The company provides a total range of wired and wireless solutions, and is rapidly establishing a global presence as it cultivates international market share in 3G handsets. For more information please visit www.lgusa.com.

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050831/LAW100
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: LG Electronics MobileComm

CONTACT: Melissa Elkins of LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A,
+1-858-635-5329, melkins@lge.com; or Johanna Brown of Ogilvy Public Relations
+1-310-248-6192, johanna.brown@ogilvypr.com, for LG Electronics MobileComm
U.S.A.

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

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ValueVision Media Announces Record Financial Results for Second Quarter 2005

ValueVision Media Announces Record Financial Results for Second Quarter 2005

Second Quarter Results in Line With August 9th Earnings Pre-Release

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ValueVision Media (NASDAQ:VVTV) today announced financial results for its second quarter ended July 30, 2005.

Consolidated net sales for the second quarter were a record $172 million, up 6% vs. prior year. Net sales from the core TV and Internet business were $167 million, up 8% vs. prior year. Consolidated net loss was $1.2 million in the second quarter versus a $7.8 million loss a year ago. EBITDA, as defined below, was a positive $2.4 million vs. a $3.2 million loss a year ago.

EBITDA Defined

The Company defines EBITDA as net income (loss) for the respective periods excluding depreciation and amortization expense, interest income (expense), and income taxes. Management views EBITDA as an important alternative operating performance measure because it is commonly used by analysts and institutional investors in analyzing the financial performance of companies in the broadcast and television home shopping sectors. However, EBITDA should not be construed as an alternative to operating income (loss) or to cash flows from operating activities (as determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles) and should not be construed as a measure of liquidity. EBITDA, as presented, may not be comparable to similarly entitled measures reported by other companies. Management uses EBITDA to evaluate operating performance and as a measure of performance for incentive compensation purposes.

About ValueVision Media, Inc.

Founded in 1990, ValueVision Media is an integrated direct marketing company that sells its products directly to consumers through television, the Internet, and direct mail. For more information, please visit http://www.valuevisionmedia.com/ or http://www.shopnbc.com/ .

Forward-Looking Information

This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are accordingly subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. Actual results may vary materially from the expectations contained herein due to various important factors, including (but not limited to): consumer spending and debt levels; interest rates; competitive pressures on sales, pricing and gross profit margins; the level of cable distribution for the Company's programming and the fees associated therewith; the success of the Company's e-commerce and rebranding initiatives; the performance of its equity investments; the success of its strategic alliances and relationships; the ability of the Company to manage its operating expenses successfully; risks associated with acquisitions; changes in governmental or regulatory requirements; litigation or governmental proceedings affecting the Company's operations; and the ability of the Company to obtain and retain key executives and employees. More detailed information about those factors is set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and current reports on Form 8-K. The Company is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

VALUEVISION MEDIA, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands except share and per share data)

July 30, January 31,
2005 2005
(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $57,003 $62,640
Short-term investments 33,790 37,941
Accounts receivable, net 83,386 79,405
Inventories 67,869 54,903
Prepaid expenses and other 5,760 5,635
Total current assets 247,808 240,524
Property and equipment, net 48,639 52,725
FCC broadcasting license 31,943 31,943
NBC Trademark License Agreement, net 17,074 18,687
Cable distribution and marketing
agreement, net 3,102 3,550
Other intangible assets, net - 68
Other assets 3,058 2,799
$351,624 $350,296

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY

Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $59,194 $48,012
Accrued liabilities 42,996 41,062
Total current liabilities 102,190 89,074

Long-term capital lease obligations 1,099 1,380

Series A Redeemable Convertible
Preferred Stock, $.01 par value,
5,339,500 shares authorized; 5,339,500
shares issued and outstanding 43,174 43,030

Shareholders' equity:
Common stock, $.01 par value,
100,000,000 shares authorized;
37,104,374 and 37,043,912 shares
issued and outstanding 371 370
Warrants to purchase 7,630,583
shares of common stock 46,683 46,683
Additional paid-in capital 264,100 264,005
Deferred compensation (246) (353)
Accumulated deficit (105,747) (93,893)
Total shareholders' equity 205,161 216,812
$351,624 $350,296

VALUEVISION MEDIA, INC.
AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
(Unaudited)

For the Three Month Periods Ended

July 30, July 31,
2005 2004
Net sales $171,668 $161,478
Cost of sales 111,147 107,578
Gross profit 60,521 53,900

Operating expense:
Distribution and selling 51,766 52,275
General and administrative 6,394 5,107
Depreciation and amortization 5,102 4,918
Asset impairments - -
Employee termination costs - -
Total operating expense 63,262 62,300
Operating loss (2,741) (8,400)

Other income:
Other income (expense) (256) 250
Interest income 738 322
Total other income 482 572
Loss before income taxes (2,259) (7,828)

Equity in income of affiliates 275 -
Income tax benefit 826 -
Net loss (1,158) (7,828)

Accretion of redeemable preferred stock (71) (71)

Net loss available to common shareholders $(1,229) $(7,899)

Net loss per common share $(0.03) $(0.21)

Net loss per common share
--- assuming dilution $(0.03) $(0.21)

Weighted average number of common
shares outstanding:
Basic 37,102,001 36,809,884
Diluted 37,102,001 36,809,884

For the Six Month Periods Ended

July 30, July 31,
2005 2004
Net sales $327,831 $320,675
Cost of sales 214,927 213,691
Gross profit 112,904 106,984

Operating expense:
Distribution and selling 102,911 103,077
General and administrative 13,004 10,782
Depreciation and amortization 10,393 9,702
Asset impairments 400 -
Employee termination costs 528 -
Total operating expense 127,236 123,561
Operating loss (14,332) (16,577)

Other income:
Other income (expense) (1) 250
Interest income 1,384 596
Total other income 1,383 846
Loss before income taxes (12,949) (15,731)

Equity in income of affiliates 275 -
Income tax benefit 820 -
Net loss (11,854) (15,731)

Accretion of redeemable preferred stock (143) (142)

Net loss available to common shareholders $(11,997) $(15,873)

Net loss per common share $(0.32) $(0.43)

Net loss per common share
--- assuming dilution $(0.32) $(0.43)

Weighted average number of common
shares outstanding:
Basic 37,089,737 36,725,181
Diluted 37,089,737 36,725,181

Reconciliation of EBITDA to net loss:

Six Month Six Month
Second Second Period Period
Quarter Quarter Ended Ended
30-Jul-05 31-Jul-04 30-Jul-05 31-Jul-04

EBITDA (as defined) (000's) (a) $2,380 $(3,232) $(3,665) $(6,625)

A reconciliation of EBITDA to net
loss is as follows:

EBITDA, as presented $2,380 $(3,232) $(3,665) $(6,625)
Adjustments:
Depreciation and amortization (5,102) (4,918) (10,393) (9,702)
Interest income 738 322 1,384 596
Income taxes 826 - 820 -
Net loss $(1,158) $(7,828) $(11,854) $(15,731)

(a) EBITDA as defined for this statistical presentation represents net
income (loss) for the respective periods excluding depreciation and
amortization expense, interest income (expense) and income taxes.
Previous to the second quarter of fiscal 2004, management defined
EBITDA as operating income (loss) excluding depreciation and
amortization expense, other non-operating income (expense) and income
taxes. The change was made to conform to the more common definition
of EBITDA. Management views EBITDA as an important alternative
operating performance measure because it is commonly used by
analysts and institutional investors in analyzing the financial
performance of companies in the broadcast and television home
shopping sectors. However, EBITDA should not be construed as an
alternative to operating income or to cash flows from operating
activities (as determined in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles) and should not be construed as a measure of
liquidity. EBITDA, as presented, may not be comparable to similarly
entitled measures reported by other companies. Management uses
EBITDA to evaluate operating performance and as a measure of
performance for incentive compensation purposes.

VALUEVISION MEDIA, INC.
Key Performance Metrics*
(Unaudited)

Q2 YTD
For the three months For the six months
ending ending
7/30 7/31 7/30 7/31
2005 2004 % 2005 2004 %
Program Distribution
Cable FTE's 37,990 36,192 5% 37,759 36,046 5%
Satellite FTE's 23,956 20,942 14% 23,616 20,544 15%
Total FTE's (Average 000's) 61,946 57,134 8% 61,374 56,590 8%

Net Sales per FTE
(Annualized) $10.78 $10.83 0% $10.39 $10.81 -4%

Active Customers - 12 month
rolling 773,210 753,453 3% n/a n/a

% New Customers - 12 month
rolling 58% 62% n/a n/a

% Reactivated & Retained -
12 month rolling 42% 38% n/a n/a

Customer Penetration - 12
month rolling 1.2% 1.3% n/a n/a

Product Mix
Jewelry 57% 67% 56% 67%
Apparel 4% 3% 5% 4%
Health & Beauty 4% 3% 4% 3%
Computer & Electronics 23% 15% 22% 14%
Fitness 0% 1% 1% 1%
Home 12% 11% 12% 11%

Shipped Units (000's) 1,159 1,233 -6% 2,355 2,549 -8%

Average Price Point -
shipped units $205 $186 10% $194 $177 10%

*Includes ShopNBC TV and ShopNBC.com only.

Source: ValueVision Media, Inc.

CONTACT: Heather S. Faulkner, Director of Communications, of ValueVision
Media, +1-952-943-6736, hfaulkner@shopnbc.com

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

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The Weather Channel to Give More Than $1 Million for Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts

The Weather Channel to Give More Than $1 Million for Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts

ATLANTA, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weather Channel Companies pledged today that it would make a $1 million cash contribution to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Relief efforts. The Weather Channel is asking other companies within its industry to match, and if possible, exceed that donation in order to provide for the urgent needs of those affected by Hurricane Katrina.

In addition to the corporate contribution, Debora Wilson, president of The Weather Channel Companies, has noted that the network will also match, dollar for dollar, all contributions made by its own 800 employees.

"Our biggest concern during these types of weather situations is how to best warn and prepare people; this is always foremost on our minds," said Wilson. "We know that millions count on us to provide them with the information they need to understand and cope with the effect of a storm such as Katrina.

"Now, in the aftermath as we see the images of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina, our hearts go out to those in the area who have withstood terrifying conditions as the hurricane made landfall, and then left unbelievable damage in its wake," continued Wilson. "We want to be among the first to offer what financial assistance we can, and we urge others to join with us in helping The American Red Cross and other disaster relief organizations."

"The Red Cross is now sheltering, feeding and comforting thousands in the Gulf Coast areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina," said Marsha J. Evans, president and CEO of the American Red Cross. "None of this would be possible without generous donors like The Weather Channel."

The Weather Channel is developing promotional spots for broadcast to further the cause of the American Red Cross 1-800-HELP NOW emergency efforts. Weather.com, the Web site of The Weather Channel, has added links on its homepage to the American Red Cross and to a collection of regularly updated links and information gathered about areas hard hit by Hurricane Katrina. Also, in response to an overwhelming number of posts to the "Desperately Seeking" section of The Weather Channel Blog, weather.com has added a message board for people looking to share and request information on family, friends, and neighborhoods impacted by the hurricane.

For more information, please contact Kathy Lane, 770-226-2102, klane@weather.com

Source: The Weather Channel

CONTACT: Kathy Lane of The Weather Channel, +1-770-226-2102, or
klane@weather.com

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

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Alibris Announces Record Sales of New and Used Textbooks

Alibris Announces Record Sales of New and Used Textbooks

Student quest for cheap textbooks leads to tremendous growth

EMERYVILLE, Calif., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibris, the premiere destination for used, new, and out-of-print books, announced today that sales of textbooks drove August sales 70% higher than July. Those sales represented a 40% increase compared to August, 2004.

Parents and students can find cheap textbooks at Alibris (http://www.alibris.com/) by searching by textbook title, author name, or ISBN. Used textbooks can save students as much as 90% off of new textbook prices.

"We're excited by the dynamic growth in this market," says Alibris CEO Martin Manley. "At Alibris, we are continually improving the customer experience for textbook shoppers, whether they are looking for books for a homeschool, public school, or private school classroom, or for new or used textbooks for college."

Alibris offers students "safe savings" for new and used textbook purchases and a 30-day money-back guarantee. To ensure the satisfaction of shoppers looking for bargain books at Alibris, the company has adopted a stringent protocol to screen independent sellers who misrepresent the edition or condition of textbooks online.

"We believe part of what's fueling our growth is our growing reputation as one of the safest places to shop for new and used textbooks online," adds Manley. "We'll continue to improve our technology and our service to keep our customers returning again and again."

About Alibris

Alibris connects people who love books, music, and movies to thousands of independent sellers from around the world. One of Internet Retailer's "Top 100" largest online retailers, Alibris is the choice of millions of book lovers each month. We employ proprietary technology and advanced logistics to offer more than 50 million used, new, and out-of-print books from more than 10,000 sellers to consumers, libraries, and retailers. Founded in 1998 and based in Emeryville, California, Alibris is a rapidly growing business with strategic partnerships with the best and largest players in the bookselling industry.

Media Inquires

All press inquiries should be directed to: A.J. Kohn at pr@alibris.com

Source: Alibris

CONTACT: A.J. Kohn, pr@alibris.com for Alibris

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

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BET, National Urban League, American Red Cross to Announce Prime Time Telethon to Benefit Hurricane Katrina Victims

BET, National Urban League, American Red Cross to Announce Prime Time Telethon to Benefit Hurricane Katrina Victims

Details to be Unveiled at New York Press Conference
on September 1 at 12:30 p.m. ET

In the aftermath of this week's devastating impact of Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, BET is partnering with the National Urban League, American Red Cross, Hip-Hop Summit Action Network Chairman Russell Simmons, Kevin Liles and the Warner Music Group, Essence Communications and numerous concerned celebrities in a telethon to raise financial aid to benefit the storm victims. The telethon is set for Friday, September 9 on BET, starting with a special benefit episode of 106 & PARK: BET'S TOP 10 LIVE at 6 p.m. ET*, followed by the telethon from 7:30 - 10 p.m. ET* (*tape delayed to the West Coast; pledge phone lines will be open).

Numerous celebrities from across musical and entertainment genres will be involved as performers, hosts, presenters and special guests. Viewers of the telethon can call designated toll-free phone numbers to make financial pledges to the Red Cross relief efforts.

Here are details of an upcoming press conference to unveil plans for a Hurricane Katrina telethon:

WHAT: Press Conference Announcing Hurricane Katrina Telethon on BET

WHEN: Thursday, September 1 @ 12:30 p.m. ET (Media check-in and set-up
begins at Noon ET)

WHERE: American Red Cross in Greater New York
150 Amsterdam Avenue (at 66th Street)
New York, NY 10023

WHO: Debra Lee, President and CEO, BET
Reginald Hudlin, President of Entertainment, BET
Marc Morial, President and CEO, National Urban League and former
New Orleans Mayor
Ed Lewis, Chairman and Founder, Essence Communications
Russell Simmons, Chairman, Hip-Hop Summit Action Network
Rick Pogue, Interim Chief Diversity Officer, American Red Cross
Theresa A. Bischoff, CEO, American Red Cross of Greater New York
Grammy Award-Winner Jazz Artist Wynton Marsalis
Rapper Master P
Rapper David Banner

RSVP: Michael Lewellen, BET -- (202) 608-2003; michael.lewellen@bet.net
Michelle Moore, National Urban League; (212) 558-5328;
mmoore@nul.org
Larry Geiger, American Red Cross -- (212) 875-2132;
geigerl@arcgny.org

ABOUT BET

BET, a subsidiary of Viacom, Inc. (NYSE: VIA; VIA.B), is the nation's leading television network providing quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs programming for the African-American audience. The BET Network reaches more than 80 million households according to Nielsen media research, and can be seen in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean.

CONTACT: Michael Lewellen of BET, +1-202-608-2003, michael.lewellen@bet.net; or Michelle Moore of National Urban League, +1-212-558-5328, mmoore@nul.org; or Larry Geiger of American Red Cross, +1-212-875-2132, geigerl@arcgny.org.

PRNewswire -- Aug. 31

Source: BET (Black Entertainment Television)

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

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Tim McGraw to Headline NBC Concert in Support of Hurricane Katrina Victims

Tim McGraw to Headline NBC Concert in Support of Hurricane Katrina Victims

"A Concert for Hurricane Relief" Friday, Sept 2 on NBC, MSNBC & CNBC for the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Louisiana native, 4-year American Red Cross celebrity cabinet board member and the National Spokesperson for State Farm's Neighbors Give Life national blood drive campaign Tim McGraw has agreed to help co-headline an hour-long music special that will air this Friday, Sept 2 on NBC, MSNBC and CNBC, 8p.m. ET. The telethon will be broadcast entirely from the New York studios of NBC and will also feature Harry Connick, Jr. and Wynton Marsalis with an appearance by Leonardo DiCaprio, among others.

"I am heartbroken by the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in my home state. Like so many Americans I am watching the news reports with great sadness. But it's at times like these that each of us must work together to provide lifesaving aid to those in terrible need. I sincerely encourage everyone to support the American Red Cross, government efforts and others in the non-profit community with this historically unprecedented undertaking," says McGraw.

All viewers will be asked to donate to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund in support of hurricane relief through its website and donation hotline, www.redcross.org or 1-800-HELP NOW.

McGraw hails from Start, Louisiana.

Source: Schmidt Relations

CONTACT: Jessie Schmidt of Schmidt Relations, +1-615-846-3878; or Paul
Freundlich for PFA Media, +1-212-334-6116

Web site: http://www.redcross.org/

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'CMT INSIDER' to Broadcast CMA Awards Nominations Live From New York City on Wednesday, September 7 at 10:15 AM*

'CMT INSIDER' to Broadcast CMA Awards Nominations Live From New York City on Wednesday, September 7 at 10:15 AM*

Keith Urban and Lee Ann Womack Announce the Final Nominees in New York

Sugarland to Join Host Katie Cook from CMT's Nashville Studio

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- CMT will preempt regularly scheduled programming to broadcast the announcement of the final nominees for the 2005 CMA Awards LIVE on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 10:15-10:45 AM* in a special edition of CMT INSIDER. Hosted by CMT's Katie Cook and Lance Smith, CMT INSIDER will reveal the final nominees in all 12 CMA Award categories.

CMT host Lance Smith will cover the event live from New York City's Time Warner Center, where reigning CMA male vocalist of the year Keith Urban and three-time CMA Award winner Lee Ann Womack will announce the final nominees for "The 39th Annual CMA Awards." Back in CMT's Nashville studio, Katie Cook will be joined by the platinum country trio Sugarland and industry insiders for the entire announcements, which will be broadcast only on CMT.

"We are delighted that CMT is covering the announcement of the CMA final nominees for a second year," said CMA Executive Director Ed Benson. "It's an important news service for their viewers and the industry. Last year, artists told me they watched from their buses on the road and were able to hear the news right along with their fans as it was happening. It's great to have CMT's coverage of our industry's most-anticipated announcement."

CMT will rebroadcast the 30-minute special CMA edition of CMT INSIDER on Sept. 7 at 11:00 AM, and again at 10:30 PM.

The 39th Annual CMA Awards, "Country Music's Biggest Night(TM)," premieres live Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 8:00-11:00 PM from Madison Square Garden on the CBS Television Network.

CMT's weekly series CMT INSIDER, hosted by Katie Cook, gives viewers their fix of country music news plus broader topics from the entertainment world including the latest in movies, music, fashion and sports. Each week CMT INSIDER explores the week's hot topics in entertainment including the lifestyles of celebrities, legends and breaking country music events.

CMT, America's No. 1 country music network, carries original programming, specials, and live concerts and events, as well as a mix of videos by established country music artists and new cutting-edge acts, including world premiere exclusive videos. Founded March 6, 1983, CMT, owned and operated by MTV Networks, reaches more than 77.9 million households in the United States. Go to country music's biggest web site at www.CMT.com.

*All times ET.

Source: CMT

CONTACT: Amanda Murphy of CMT, +1-615-335-8408, or
amanda.murphy@cmt.com

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

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Sovereign Bank Collecting Funds to Aid Victims of Hurricane Katrina; Bank Will Match up to $50,000 in Donations for the Red Cross

Sovereign Bank Collecting Funds to Aid Victims of Hurricane Katrina; Bank Will Match up to $50,000 in Donations for the Red Cross

WYOMISSING, Pa., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Sovereign Bank announced today that it is accepting monetary donations for the American Red Cross to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina and other recent hurricanes. In addition, Sovereign Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jay S. Sidhu said the bank will match up to $50,000 in total donations.

"It will take months, if not years, for people to recover from the destruction that Hurricane Katrina has wreaked," Sidhu said. "Our efforts are intended to help the victims of this hurricane and others that struck earlier this year so that all of those impacted can begin pulling their lives back together."

Cash and check donations are tax deductible and are being accepted at all Sovereign Community Banking Offices throughout the bank's Mid-Atlantic and New England regions. Checks should be made payable to American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Fund.

Checks can also be sent to local Community Banking Offices and to the following P.O. Box:

American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Fund
P.O. Box 847495
Boston, Mass. 02284-7495

Donations will be accepted up until Sept. 30.

Information on how to pledge can also be found at Sovereign Bank's Web site at http://www.sovereignbank.com/.

In New England, Sovereign Bank and the American Red Cross are partnering with Official TV Partner, CBS4-Boston. CBS4 will provide a comprehensive schedule of public service announcements to drive donations, and CBS4 News will report regular updates to New England viewers on the hurricane relief efforts and how viewers can get involved. Information on how to pledge as well as the latest updates will also be available at http://www.cbs4boston.com/. CBS4's New England sister stations, Viacom-owned UPN 38-Boston and UPN 28-Providence, will also support the initiative by airing station-specific public service announcements.

About Sovereign Bank

Sovereign Bancorp, Inc., ("Sovereign") (NYSE:SOV), is the parent company of Sovereign Bank, a $60 billion financial institution headquartered in Wyomissing, Pa., with more than 650 community banking offices, over 1,000 ATMs and approximately 10,000 team members with principal markets in the Northeast United States. Sovereign offers a broad array of financial services and products including retail banking, business and corporate banking, cash management, capital markets, trust and wealth management and insurance. Sovereign is the 19th largest banking institution in the United States. For more information on Sovereign Bank, visit http://www.sovereignbank.com/ or call 1-877-SOV-BANK.

Source: Sovereign Bank

CONTACT: Media Contact: Edward Shultz, Sovereign Bank, +1-610-378-6159,
Cell: +1-610-207-8753, Eshultz1@sovereignbank.com

Web site: http://www.cbs4boston.com/

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

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Harris Corporation to Acquire Leitch Technology Corporation

Harris Corporation to Acquire Leitch Technology Corporation

Expands Position in Fast-Growing Digital Broadcast Markets

MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the shares of Leitch Technology Corporation (TSX: LTV) at a C$14.00 cash price per share. Total price consideration, net of cash on hand, will be approximately US$450 million. Harris expects the transaction to be neutral to fiscal year 2006 earnings per share, excluding acquisition-related charges. In fiscal year 2007, the transaction is expected to be accretive by $.06 earnings per share.

Leitch is a global leader in providing high-performance video systems for the television broadcast industry, including routers and distribution equipment, signal processing, signal management and monitoring, servers and storage area networks, branding software and post-production editing systems. Harris is the worldwide leader in providing digital broadcast technology solutions for global broadcast media markets, including television and radio transmission systems, networking solutions and enterprise-wide software and media management systems.

"The acquisition further positions our company to lead the broadcast industry's transition to high-definition digital services," said Howard L. Lance, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Harris. "Their broad product portfolio provides an excellent complement to our current products and software, and significantly expands our presence in these fast- growing market segments. Leitch has a veteran management team with strong domain knowledge and has launched important new products to meet the changing needs of the digital marketplace. Our combined products and systems serve every segment of the increasingly complex supply chain that brings digital audio, video, and data content to consumers. The acquisition of Leitch, following our acquisition of Encoda Systems in November 2004, clearly establishes Harris as the company that broadcasters turn to as they upgrade their equipment and software systems to operate in a digital environment."

"The combination of Leitch Technology and Harris Corporation will create a powerful force in the global broadcast industry. We view the opportunity as extremely positive for our employees, customers, and shareholders," said Tim Thorsteinson, president and chief executive officer of Leitch Technology.

The acquisition is to be completed by way of a statutory plan of arrangement and is subject to approval by Leitch shareholders, customary regulatory and court approvals, and other closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close in approximately 60 days.

Harris will host a conference call today at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, to discuss the above items. Interested individuals are invited to listen to the call by using a dial-in number: (719) 457-2617, access code: 5466810. Presentation materials for the call will be available via the Internet at http://www.harris.com/. The conference call also will be broadcast live via the Internet at http://www.harris.com/ . A replay also will be available at the same web site.

Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than150 countries. With headquarters in Melbourne, Florida, the company has annual sales of over $3 billion and employs 12,600 men and women - including 5,500 engineers and scientists - dedicated to the development of best-in-class assured communications(TM) products, systems, and services. The company's operating divisions serve markets for government communications, tactical radio, broadcast, and microwave systems. Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at http://www.harris.com/ .

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains non-GAAP financial measures within the meaning of Regulation G promulgated by the SEC, including fiscal 2006 earnings-per- share guidance excluding the impact of any facility shutdown, relocation expenses, severance costs, and other charges associated with the cost- reduction items planned to take in our Broadcast Communications segment and the acquisition related charges, which cannot be determined without unreasonable effort. Management of Harris believes that these non-GAAP financial measures, when considered together with the GAAP financial measures, provide information that is useful to investors in understanding period-over- period operating results separate and apart from items that may, or could, have a disproportionately positive or negative impact on results in any particular period. Management also believes that these non-GAAP financial measures enhance the ability of investors to analyze Harris business trends and to better understand the company's performance. In addition, the company may utilize non-GAAP financial measures as a guide in its forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning process and to measure operating performance for some management compensation purposes. Any analysis of non-GAAP financial measures should be used only in conjunction with results presented in accordance with GAAP.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that reflect management's current expectations, assumptions, and estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such statements are made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements in this release include but are not limited to: anticipated timing of the closing of the acquisition of Leitch and the impact of the acquisition on our fiscal 2006 earnings, savings from cost-reduction actions and statements regarding outlook. The Company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results and future trends to differ materially from those matters expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. The Company's consolidated results and the forward-looking statements could be affected by many factors, including but not limited to: our participation in markets that are often subject to uncertain economic conditions which makes it difficult to estimate growth in our markets and, as a result, future income and expenditures; our dependence on the U.S. government for a significant portion of our revenues, as the loss of this relationship or a shift in U.S. government funding could have adverse consequences on our future business; potential changes in U.S. government or customer priorities due to program reviews or revisions to strategic objectives, including termination of or potential failure to fund U.S. government contracts; risks inherent with large long-term fixed-price contracts, particularly the ability to contain cost overruns; the performance of critical subcontractors or suppliers; financial and government and regulatory risks relating to international sales and operations, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and the effectiveness of our currency hedging program; our ability to continue to develop new products that achieve market acceptance; the consequences of future geo-political events, which may affect adversely the markets in which we operate, our ability to insure against risks, our operations or our profitability; strategic acquisitions and the risks and uncertainties related thereto, including our ability to manage and integrate acquired businesses; potential claims that we are infringing the intellectual property rights of third parties; the successful resolution of patent infringement claims and the ultimate outcome of other contingencies, litigation and legal matters; customer credit risk; the fair values of our portfolio of passive investments, which values are subject to significant price volatility or erosion; risks inherent in developing new technologies; the potential impact of hurricanes on our operations in Florida and the potential impact of earthquakes on our operations in California; the ability to recruit and retain qualified personnel; and general economic conditions in the markets in which we operate. Further information relating to factors that may impact the Company's results and forward-looking statements are disclosed in the Company's filings with the SEC. Harris disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

For additional information, contact Harris Corporation at webmaster@harris.com .

Source: Harris Corporation

CONTACT: Media, Tom Hausman, +1-321-727-9131, or tom.hausman@harris.com,
for Investor relations, Pamela Padgett, +1-321-727-9383, or
pamela.padgett@harris.com, both of Harris Corporation

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

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Radio Sports Star Tony Bruno Recruited to Do Mornings at Greater Media's Sports Talk 950 in Philly

Radio Sports Star Tony Bruno Recruited to Do Mornings at Greater Media's Sports Talk 950 in Philly

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Greater Media Philadelphia is pleased to announce legendary sports personality Tony Bruno has been recruited to do mornings at the new Sports Talk 950. He will officially take over the radio airwaves weekday mornings from 9 am - 12 noon beginning on October 3, 2005.

Bruno has been called "possibly the best sports talk show host in America" by the Los Angeles Times. His career started at the age of 17 at WIFI in Philadelphia and a year later was working at the legendary pop station WFIL. Thirty-five years later, he has achieved what most sports broadcasters can only dream about.

Tony launched Sports Radio WIP as well as two networks - the ESPN Radio Network in 1992 from Bristol, Connecticut and eight years later launched FOX Sports Radio in Los Angeles.

"We are thrilled Tony has decided to join our team. He is the perfect player to kick off weekday mornings on Sports Talk 950. I cannot think of a better choice than Tony to give Philly sports fans the latest news and views they want to know about," said Station Manager Bob DeBlois.

The new interview-based, sports/talk oriented format will provide listeners with a new choice to hear the very best sports variety; facts, information and talk in Philadelphia.

"Wow! Philadelphia is my hometown, and it'll be great for my family, friends and supporters to get to hear how the local kid made good with the kind of sports talk they're not used to getting. I live and breathe Philly sports and am proud all the hard work has led this to finally becoming a reality," said Bruno.

He added, "I'm back on Philly radio and on a legendary station like 950 WPEN. I know this much, no one knows how the fans think, tick and breathe better than me. It's the best sports town in America and now I get the chance to show them how great sports talk radio really sounds."

WPEN is owned and operated by Greater Media Philadelphia, a subsidiary of Greater Media, Inc., the parent company of 19 AM and FM radio stations in the Boston, Detroit, New Jersey and Philadelphia markets. It also owns a modern printing plant and a group of weekly newspapers in central New Jersey as well as several telecommunications towers located throughout the United States.

For more information, please contact Heidi Raphael, Director of Corporate Communications at 248-591-6864 or hraphael@greatermediadetroit.com.

Source: Greater Media Philadelphia

CONTACT: Heidi Raphael, Director of Corporate Communications, Greater
Media, +1-248-591-6864, hraphael@greatermediadetroit.com

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ZERO Halliburton Makes a Case at the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards in Miami

ZERO Halliburton Makes a Case at the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards in Miami

From One Moon Man to Another: Celebrities Attending VMAs Impressed by the Same Cases Neil Armstrong Used to Carry Moon Rocks in 1969

MIAMI, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- ZERO Halliburton, a manufacturing company of premium aluminum briefcases, computer cases, and luggage showcased some of its products to today's most sought after athletes, actors and musicians attending last weekend's pre-awards show Temple Event in Miami. Some of them -- including Denver Nuggets star player Carmelo Anthony, World Skateboarding Champion Tony Hawk and actors Orlando Jones and Gabrielle Union -- were awarded ZERO Halliburton's stylish and functional product lineup.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050831/CGW049 )

"By participating in this exclusive celebrity event alongside other brands like Nintendo, Godiva and Escada we secured solid exposure for the ZERO Halliburton brand, and showed off products from our unmatched Carbon Fiber P4- Stealth, to the Special Edition Q4 attache and our new Expressions line for women," said Nigel Duncan, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at ZERO Halliburton. "The reactions from these influential tastemakers were overwhelmingly positive."

Specifically for the Temple Event, ZERO Halliburton created a custom guitar case with a red exterior to showcase the innovativeness and protection qualities of ZERO Halliburton aluminum cases.

The Temple Event was not the company's first foray in to the world of Hollywood. Earlier this year, ZERO Halliburton made notable and lasting impressions in the season premieres of "Lost" and "Alias" reaching more than 37 million viewers, according to Nielsen ratings. ZERO Halliburton cases have also been featured in more than 200 movies over the past decade, including Ocean's 11, The Recruit, Charlie's Angels, Traffic and Men In Black.

"While our heritage is traditionally rooted in strength, security, performance and durability, we plan to continue exploring opportunities that effectively position our products as stylish and elegant fashion statements," said Duncan. "We still use the most advanced materials available to craft each case, but are also expanding the boundaries of personal business, travel and lifestyle products to increase our appeal."

For more information about the company and its products visit http://www.zerohalliburton.com/ .

For more than 65 years, ZERO Halliburton has manufactured the world's highest quality, and is the Original maker of aluminum travel, business, camera, computer, women's and custom cases. ZERO Halliburton maintains headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in North Salt Lake, Utah.

Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050831/CGW049
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: ZERO Halliburton

CONTACT: Marie Wilson of Dig Communications, +1-312-577-1764,
mwilson@digcommunications.com

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

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FAA Gives Exclusive Clearance to Helinet Aviation to Provide Aerial Images of Hurricane Katrina Aftermath

FAA Gives Exclusive Clearance to Helinet Aviation to Provide Aerial Images of Hurricane Katrina Aftermath

Video Feeds Available to Relief Agencies and News Stations

CNN, FOX, ABC, NBC and CBS Running Helinet Footage

NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Helinet Aviation Services, one of the country's largest operators of electronic news gathering helicopters, received clearance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) last night to continue providing aerial images from above areas affected by Hurricane Katrina. Helinet is the only commercial operator to receive clearance from the FAA to fly in the affected airspace having been selected by the networks as their partner of choice for aerial footage.

On Monday, Helinet provided the first aerial images in the wake of Hurricane Katrina from its Cineflex HD aerial camera system. The company is continuing to provide live and taped images to relief organizations and news networks from above New Orleans, Biloxi and other areas affected by Hurricane Katrina.

About Helinet Aviation Services

Helinet Aviation Services is an international provider of aviation services to a diversity of markets. The company is recognized as one of the nation's top electronic news gathering (ENG) aerial solutions providers. In addition, Helinet regularly flies heads of state, celebrities and Fortune 500 executives, and transports patients in need of specialized care and life-saving organs to hospitals. Another facet of Helinet's business model is its entertainment division, Helinet Cinema Solutions, a turnkey provider for the most challenging aerial shots and stunts for Hollywood's top films and commercials.

Source: Helinet Aviation Services

CONTACT: Peter Epstein, pepstein@spellcom.com, or Dan Spelling, both of
Spelling Communications, +1-310-477-9500, for Helinet Aviation Services

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WXYZ-TV/Channel 7 Kicks Off New Season of 'BIG 10 TICKET'

WXYZ-TV/Channel 7 Kicks Off New Season of 'BIG 10 TICKET'

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- WXYZ-TV/Channel 7 sports director/anchor Don Shane and University of Michigan's coaching legend Bo Schembechler will team-up once again to bring college football excitement to fans in an all new season of "BIG 10 TICKET," the station's weekly college football pre-game show which premieres on September 3, at 11:30 a.m. The program airs weekly throughout the college football season in the 11:30-noon time period, adjacent to WXYZ/ABC's broadcast of Big 10 and other NCAA College football match-ups.

"Don and Bo both share a great passion for the game while bringing a wealth of wisdom and insight to the show. Between the two, there will be no shortage of enthusiasm or opinions," said Marla Drutz, WXYZ-TV Director of Programming. "In addition to broadcasting our weekly 'BIG 10 TICKET' programs, we'll also broadcast 33 regular season college football match-ups and all of the key bowl games, including BCS National Championship at the Rose Bowl," said Drutz.

Originally premiering in 1989 as a series of specials, "BIG 10 TICKET" is now in its ninth season as a weekly series. The program is hosted by WXYZ- TV/Channel 7 sports director/anchor Don Shane and produced by Patrick McLaughlin.

WXYZ is owned by the E.W. Scripps Company (NYSE:SSP), a diverse media concern with interests in newspaper publishing, broadcast television, national television networks, interactive media and television retailing. Scripps operates 21 daily newspapers, 10 broadcast TV stations and six national television brands, including Home & Garden Television, Food Network, DIY Network, FINE LIVING, Shop At Home and GAC-Great American Country. Scripps also operates Scripps Howard News Service and United Media, the worldwide licensing and syndication home of PEANUTS and DILBERT, and 31 websites, including HGTV.com, foodnetwork.com, diynetwork.com, fineliving.com and comics.com.

Source: WXYZ-TV/Channel 7

CONTACT: Marla Drutz of WXYZ-TV/Channel 7, +1-248-827-9307

Web site: http://detnow.com/

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NTN Communications to Present at Roth Capital Partners New York Conference on September 7, 2005

NTN Communications to Present at Roth Capital Partners New York Conference on September 7, 2005

CARLSBAD, Calif., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- NTN Communications, Inc. (AMEX:NTN), a leader in interactive communications and entertainment products for the home and for the hospitality industry, announced today that Stanley B. Kinsey, the Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at the Roth Capital Partners New York Conference, to be held on September 7-8, 2005, at the Westin New York at Times Square.

NTN Communications, Inc.'s investor presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, September 7th at 2:30 p.m. EDT. The presentation will be webcast live and archived online in the investor relations section of the Company's website at www.ntn.com.

The Roth Capital Partners Conference will feature presentations from small-cap and micro-cap companies in industry sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods and more. By combining company presentations, Q&A sessions, management breakouts and one-on-one meetings, Roth conferences offer institutional clients direct contact with senior management in a concentrated two-day format.

About NTN Communications

Based in Carlsbad, CA, NTN Communications, Inc. is the parent corporation of the NTN Hospitality Technologies(TM) division and Buzztime Entertainment, Inc., a subsidiary. The NTN Hospitality Technologies segment, which focuses on the out-of-home hospitality industries, is comprised of the NTN interactive Television (iTV) Network, NTN Wireless Communications, Inc., and NTN Software Solutions, Inc. Buzztime Entertainment, Inc. produces Buzztime(R), the play- along games channel, live sports prediction games such as QB1(R) and many other games that allow one or many players to participate. In addition to the NTN iTV Network, Buzztime's games are available on cable TV, satellite TV, mobile phones and plug-n-play home versions. For more information, please see www.ntn.com.

CONTACT:
Andy Wrobel
Chief Financial Officer
NTN Communications, Inc.
(888) 752-9686
andy.wrobel@ntn.com

Source: NTN Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Andy Wrobel, Chief Financial Officer of NTN Communications,
Inc., +1-888-752-9686, andy.wrobel@ntn.com

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

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Don't be a Pill! Come See the Moms Who Rock Take Center Stage at Chrysler Arts, Beats and Eats Festival

Don't be a Pill! Come See the Moms Who Rock Take Center Stage at Chrysler Arts, Beats and Eats Festival

- Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow 'n Go(TM) seating and storage system is the official minivan of The Mydols, an all-mom rock band

- Not your "normal" soccer moms, The Mydols perform at the Pontiac festival on Monday, Sept. 5 at 1:00 p.m.

WHAT: See the Mydols rock the stage at the Chrysler Arts, Beats and
Eats festival

WHO: The Mydols, an all-mom rock band whose vehicle of choice is a
Dodge Grand Caravan

WHEN: Monday, September 5 at 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: The Flagstar Bank Rock Stage at Chrysler Arts, Beats, and Eats
- Pontiac, MI

DETAILS: Chrysler Arts, Beats and Eats festival is located in downtown Pontiac. The Flagstar Bank Rock Stage is located near the intersections of Saginaw and Water Streets. Hours for the Chrysler Arts, Beats and Eats Festival are:

Friday, September 2: 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 3: 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 4: 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Monday, September 5: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

OTHER: The Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow 'n Go seating and storage system is proud to be the official minivan of moms who rock, The Mydols. Whether it's taking the kids to soccer practice or hauling musical instruments to band practice, the Mydols get around town in a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. Stow 'n Go allows the band the flexibility to take care of their families and still pursue their passion for music.

NOTE: Additional information and news from DaimlerChrysler is available on the Internet at: http://www.media.daimlerchrysler.com/

CONTACT: Kathy Graham of Chrysler Group, +1-248-512-2942, kad@daimlerchrysler.com ; or Judy Davids of The Mydols, +1-248-672-5418, judydavids@yahoo.com

PRNewswire -- Aug. 31

Source: Chrysler Group

Web site: http://www.media.daimlerchrysler.com/
http://www.daimlerchrysler.com/

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USA TODAY LIVE Enters Television Production Business

USA TODAY LIVE Enters Television Production Business

First Agreement Signed With HDNet to Produce 'Debate' Program

MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- USA TODAY LIVE, the television arm of USA TODAY, is entering into satellite and cable television production. LIVE will produce television segments and programs based on USA TODAY editorial content.

The first program to be produced will be "Debate" on HDNet. Debate will be a new weekly primetime television program produced by USA TODAY and aired on HDNet. On the program, newsmakers and celebrities will represent opposite sides of controversial topics and engage in lively and enlightening discussion. Programs topics will include highly charged topics such as abortion, stem-cell research and the death penalty. Debate will air weekly on HDNet beginning in October.

Content and topics for Debate are chosen from the editorial pages of USA TODAY. The show will feature Lauren Ashburn, managing editor and anchor for USA TODAY LIVE, as the host and moderator with USA TODAY reporters and editors offering journalistic expertise on selected topics. USA TODAY's reader editor Brent Jones will present feedback on the selected topic from viewers and readers each week.

"This venture by USA TODAY LIVE provides another opportunity to deliver our content to the television viewing public. The show's content makes for a natural fit for television," said USA TODAY president and publisher Craig Moon.

"Debate is the first show on USA TODAY LIVE's production schedule and we are thrilled to partner with HDNet on the program. The editorial pages of USA TODAY are rife with story ideas for this program. We look forward to Debate's premiere in October," said Ashburn.

"We are excited to have HDNet as the home for Debate. Lauren Ashburn takes on every controversial subject facing our country today and never backs down. Debate brings out the best and worst of people on both sides of the issues. USA TODAY LIVE has done an amazing job," said Mark Cuban, chairman and president of HDNet.

USA TODAY LIVE also produces various news segments that include a daily live morning segment that airs on Gannett television stations that reach 17% of American homes, a daily Business Connection segment for the Weather Channel that airs five times a day, and USATODAY.com video headlines. Additionally, LIVE offers production services to non-Gannett television stations for origination of live or taped interviews with USA TODAY staff.

HDNet is available to approximately 60 million homes. The network launched in 2001 and includes up to 20 hours of original features each week, all produced in the highest quality 1080i HD -- more original high-definition programming that any other network.

For more information on Debate, please log on to http://www.usatoday.com/debate.

USA TODAY is the nation's top-selling newspaper. It is published via satellite at 36 locations in the USA and at four sites abroad. With a total average daily circulation of 2.3 million, USA TODAY is available worldwide. USA TODAY is published by Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE:GCI). The USA TODAY brand also includes: USA TODAY Sports Weekly, a magazine for enthusiasts of professional football and baseball; USATODAY.com, an award-winning news and information Web site that is updated 24 hours per day; and USA TODAY LIVE, the television arm of the USA TODAY brand that brings the spirit and quality of the newspaper to television.

Source: USA TODAY

CONTACT: Steve Anderson, Director, Communications, +1-703-854-5872,
sanderson@usatoday.com, or Heidi Henderson, Manager, Media Relations,
+1-703-854-5304 or hhenderson@usatoday.com, both of USA TODAY

Web site: http://www.usatoday.com/debate

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'Battlestar Galactica: Season One'

'Battlestar Galactica: Season One'

Sci Fi Channel's Most Popular Series Ever Plus the Miniseries That Started it All

Launches on DVD With Over 9 Hours of Exclusive Bonus Features and Collectible Trading Cards September 20, 2005 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment

'TV's Best New Series' - USA Today

'The Series Sci-Fi Fans Have Been Dreaming About' - TV Guide

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The complete first season of "Battlestar Galactica," Sci Fi Channel's intense, action-packed epic, arrives on DVD September 20, 2005, in Dolby 5.1 for the first time, just as the show's Season Two finale airs on September 23rd. The five-disc set is brimming with over 12 hours of content, including both the complete dramatic 13-episode season of the Hugo Award-winning show and the four-hour, TV mini-series that launched the 2003 series juggernaut. "Battlestar Galactica" is a gripping drama about survival. When the Cylon robots rose against their human creators, they launched a devastating nuclear attack that left less than 50,000 human survivors. Now these last remnants of humanity are on the run and searching for a new place to call home -- a mythical planet called Earth. A payload of extras catapults viewers into "Battlestar Galactica"'s fast-moving, perilous world, allowing fans to relive the exciting origins of this critically acclaimed drama.

Stellar bonus features include one of three collectible DVD-exclusive trading cards, never-before-seen deleted scenes from the show, a pilot commentary by director Michael Rymer and executive producers David Eick and Ronald D. Moore, a photo presentation of conceptual sketches from the series, eight compelling behind-the-scenes featurettes, and a special "Battlestar Galactica: The Lowdown" featurette. "Battlestar Galactica: Season One" is priced at $59.98 SRP.

An Epic Struggle for Survival

Executive Producers Ronald D. Moore ("Carnivale," "Roswell") and David Eick ("American Gothic," "The Agency") have reinvented the 1970's cult classic series "Battlestar Galactica" as a daring 21st century adventure with mind-blowing special effects, groundbreaking visuals and complex characters that add up to what the Chicago Tribune called "a great premise, gritty atmospherics and terrific outer space action scenes." The out-of-this-world cast includes Edward James Olmos ("Blade Runner," "American Family") as Commander William "Husker" Adama and Mary McDonnell ("Dances with Wolves," "Independence Day") as President Laura Roslin, who together must lead the intrepid survivors to safety. Also featured in the show's dynamic cast are Katee Sackhoff ("Halloween: Resurrection"), Jamie Bamber ("Band of Brothers"), James Callis ("Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason"), Tricia Helfer ("Behind the Camera: The Unauthorized Story of Charlie's Angels") and Grace Park ("Romeo Must Die").

SYNOPSIS

In this bold re-imagining of a classic series, mankind teeters on the edge of extinction. Forty years after the Cylon Wars, humanity's deadliest enemy has re-emerged with a vengeance. In a sudden, devastating nuclear attack, the robot Cylons -- some of whom have taken human form -- wipe out millions of people. Only a ragtag fleet of Colonial forces is left to shepherd humanity's few survivors to safety. Commander William Adama (Olmos), a veteran of the Cylon Wars, finds himself the highest-ranking military official left alive. Education Minister Laura Roslin (McDonnell), 43rd in the line of succession, ascends to the presidency. And the Battlestar Galactica, a relic ship slated to become a museum installation, is reactivated to once again face humanity's greatest nemesis. With waning supplies, weapons and hope, Commander Adama and President Roslin realize that their problems are far greater than the immediate threat of Cylons. On their shoulders rests the very survival of humankind.

For more details, please visit www.battlestargalacticadvd.com.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Street Date: September 20, 2005
Rating: Not Rated
Suggested Retail Price: $59.98
DVD Selection Number: 27928
Running Time: 14 hours 37 minutes
Discs: 5
Layers: Dual (Single Sided)
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen (1.78:1)
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround/Captions; Spanish
Subtitles

For artwork or screeners, please log on to our Web site at www.ushepublicity.com or fax your request to Universal Studios Home Entertainment Publicity at (818) 866-0226.

Universal Studios Home Entertainment is a unit of Universal Pictures, a division of Universal Studios (www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is a part of NBC Universal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. Formed in May 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, with 20% controlled by Vivendi Universal.

CONTACTS
Universal Studios Home Entertainment Publicity

Vivian Mayer
Senior Vice President, Publicity
(818) 777-3594

Lea Porteneuve
Vice President, Publicity
(818) 777-1391

Craig Radow
Senior Manager, Publicity
(818) 777-4572

Source: Universal Studios Home Entertainment

CONTACT: Vivian Mayer, Senior Vice President, Publicity,
+1-818-777-3594, or Lea Porteneuve, Vice President, Publicity,
+1-818-777-1391, or Craig Radow, Senior Manager, Publicity, +1-818-777-4572,
all of Universal Studios Home Entertainment

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

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

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

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Regis Philbin to Emcee National Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Regis Philbin to Emcee National Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

CHICAGO, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Emmy-award winning television personality Regis Philbin will host the National Radio Hall of Fame's 2005 induction ceremony in Chicago on Saturday, November 5, Bruce DuMont, president of the Chicago-based National Radio Hall of Fame announced today.

Philbin, host of the nationally syndicated daytime talk show Live with Regis and Kelly and former host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire on ABC-Television, will serve as master of ceremonies for the nationally broadcast event that will induct six veteran radio personalities into America's only Radio Hall of fame.

"Regis gave us his final answer and it was 'yes,'" said DuMont, who also is founder and president of The Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago. "Regis is a world-class talent and we're thrilled that he has agreed to host radio's biggest night of the year."

Philbin began his broadcasting career as an NBC page on the Tonight Show in New York. He was a radio news reporter and talk show host in San Diego and Los Angeles before gaining national exposure in 1967 as sidekick announcer on The Joey Bishop Show.

The National Radio Hall of Fame class of 2005 inductees are: the legendary comedy team of Abbott & Costello; Cincinnati Reds broadcaster Marty Brennaman; ABC News White House correspondent Ann Compton; retired Pittsburgh Steelers color commentator Myron Cope; and the late Jean Shepherd, radio humorist and author of the classic holiday film, "A Christmas Story."

Inductees were selected through a national balloting process that included participation by radio executives, broadcast historians and members of the National Radio Hall of Fame. Ballots were tabulated and certified by the firm of Altschuler, Melvoin and Glasser LLP/American Express Tax and Business Services. Travel and promotional support is being provided by American Airlines and the Renaissance Chicago Hotel.

Westwood One will produce and distribute the one-hour radio special. Jim Bohannon, a past Radio Hall of Fame inductee, will be the announcer. The broadcast will be heard on WGN and WLS in Chicago, KOGO/San Diego and other major radio stations from coast-to-coast.

About the National Radio Hall of Fame

The National Radio Hall of Fame recognizes and showcases contemporary talent from today's diverse programming formats as well as the pioneers who shaped the medium during its infancy. For more information, visit http://www.radiohof.org/ .

Tickets to the National Radio Hall of Fame November 5 black-tie induction dinner at the Renaissance Chicago Hotel may be purchased online at http://www.radiohof.org/ or by calling 866-860-1640.

Source: The Museum of Broadcast Communications

CONTACT: Sara Conley or Megan Kortemeyer, PCI, +1-312-558-1770, or Gina
Doyle, MBC, +1-312-396-0103

Web site: http://www.radiohof.org/

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KEXP Radio Launches a Live Stream to Cell Phones and Handhelds!

KEXP Radio Launches a Live Stream to Cell Phones and Handhelds!

First-Ever for a Terrestrial Broadcaster

SEATTLE, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- KEXP 90.3/91.7FM and KEXP.ORG, Seattle's eclectic non-commercial music station, announces the launch of a live stream to mobile phones and handheld devices. This new service complements KEXP's groundbreaking first-ever pre-produced music podcast featuring full-length songs from albums and is another result of KEXP's technology partnership with the University of Washington.

KEXP offers a 32-kilobit MP3 or WindowsMedia stream optimized for cell phones and handheld devices using Palm and Windows CE operating systems.

Listeners with web-enabled phones can point to kexp.org and automatically view a new mobile version of the Webby award-winning KEXP website. To receive streaming audio, listeners must use a web-enabled phone or mobile device equipped with a media player and subscribe to a wireless carrier's data service. Some of the newer generation's car stereos will allow listeners to plug in their cell phones or handheld devices.

"This gives our listeners a terrific new way to stay connected to our programming. What a liberating experience it was recently to walk through San Francisco while listening with my cellphone to the live broadcast from KEXP's studios in Seattle. Listeners can now bring KEXP's live broadcast into their cars, homes or workplaces anywhere in the country," said KEXP Executive Director Tom Mara.

"Because we play such a wide and deep array of innovative, eclectic music, the number one question we receive is 'What is that song?' Listeners can now immediately learn the artist's name and song title as it scrolls across their mobile device's screen," Mara added.

KEXP -- in partnership with the computing and networking experts at the University of Washington -- has stayed on the forefront of developing and applying relevant, cutting-edge technology for the past five years. In 2000, the station became the first broadcaster in the world to offer uncompressed CD-quality audio on the Internet, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 1.4 megabits per second. In 2001 KEXP launched its real-time playlist application and in 2002 it unveiled its 14-Day Streaming Archive, a custom online feature allowing listeners to hear any portion of programming from the previous two weeks. In 2003, the station received a Webby nomination for best radio website, and won the ward with its second nomination in 2004. Last month, KEXP announced the first pre-produced music podcast featuring full-length songs.

More information is available at KEXP.ORG

About KEXP Public Radio

KEXP Radio is an influential, innovative non-commercial music radio station based in Seattle, supported by its membership of contributing listeners. KEXP programs a wide and deep mix of music spanning multiple genres, including alternative rock, electronic, hip-hop, roots, country, world, blues and in-depth specialty programs. Listeners enjoy this non- commercial service at 90.3FM in Seattle and 91.7FM in Tacoma and Olympia, and throughout the world at KEXP.org.

In the spring of 2004 KEXP.org was ranked sixth among all audio streaming services on the Arbitron/Measurecast chart and ranked first among all streaming AM and FM radio stations. Also, KEXP won a Webby, the international award recognizing online achievement, for Best Radio Station Website in 2004 and in the winter of 2005 won the PLUG Independent Music Award for best Non- Commercial Radio Station.

KEXP has a mission to enrich people's lives culturally by providing a wide and deep array of music, and technologically by exploring, developing and applying relevant technology to deepen or extend music experiences.

The station is operated by Friends of KEXP, a non-profit organization operating the station on behalf of the University of Washington which holds the FCC license. Experience Music Project provides generous financial support and the University of Washington computing and communications group provides KEXP with streaming services, technical support, development of new streaming applications and other technical developments.

Contact:
Courtney Miller 206. 520.5813
comiller@kexp.org

Source: KEXP

CONTACT: Courtney Miller of KEXP, +1-206-520-5813 or comiller@kexp.org

Web site: http://www.kexp.org/

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Loudeye Chosen to Power Digital Music Service for French Supermarket Chain Magasins U

Loudeye Chosen to Power Digital Music Service for French Supermarket Chain Magasins U

LONDON, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Loudeye Corp. (NASDAQ:LOUD), a worldwide leader in business-to-business digital media solutions, has announced the launch of a branded digital music store for the Magasins U French supermarket chain.

The service will initially be promoted in 50 Magasins U hyper and supermarkets through pre-paid cards available in-store. Customers also can purchase tracks online with their credit card and choose to stream and download from a large catalog of global and local artists. After the launch phase, Magasins U expects to roll the service out to its entire network of 800+ retail stores across France in the first part of 2006.

The prepaid cards in-store will vary in denominations from 5 euro upwards, with a range of extra incentives also included. Customers buying the 15 euro card will receive an extra 1 euro worth of credit free, while those purchasing the 30 euro card will receive an extra 3 euro and anyone buying the 50 euro voucher will receive an extra 10 euro of free credit.

Serge Papin, Magasins U chief executive officer, said: "Magasins U are known as LES NOUVEAUX COMMERCANTS ("New retailing"). By offering our clients all around France a digital music service, we illustrate our usual approach to both proximity and modernity. Ever increasing numbers of people are switching on to digital music and we're delighted that we are now in a position to offer our customers a dedicated Magasins U service. We have always ensured we offer our customers the very best service in all aspects of our business and in choosing Loudeye as our partner for this service, we're maintaining this position."

Ed Averdieck, general manager for Loudeye Europe, added: "Magasins U is one of the largest retail networks in France with an extensive customer reach and we're extremely happy to be able to offer this service. The French market is one of our longest standing areas outside of the UK and we're pleased that we are continuing to expand in this territory."

About Loudeye Corp.

Loudeye is a worldwide leader in business-to-business digital media solutions and the outsourcing provider of choice for companies looking to maximize the return on their digital media investment. Loudeye combines innovative products and services with the world's largest digital music archive, a broad catalog of licensed digital music and the industry's leading digital media infrastructure enabling partners to rapidly and cost effectively launch complete, customized digital media stores and services. For more information, visit www.loudeye.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The forward-looking statements in this release are based on current estimates and actual results may differ materially due to risks, including the possibility of adverse changes in the market for distribution of digital audio and video that Loudeye serves; adverse or uncertain legal developments with respect to copyrights surrounding the creation and distribution of digital content; pricing pressures and other activities by competitors; the failure of Loudeye's hosting infrastructure; the complexity of Loudeye's services and delivery networks; any problems or failures in the structure, complexities or redundancies of Loudeye's network infrastructure; failures in third party telecommunication and network providers to provide required transmission capacity; lack of market acceptance for Loudeye's products and services; the possible delay in the adoption of digital media or related applications on the web in general; and other risks set forth in Loudeye's most recent Form 10-Q, Form 10-K and other SEC filings which are available through EDGAR at www.sec.gov. These are among the primary risks we foresee at the present time. Loudeye assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements.

Source: Loudeye Corp.

CONTACT: Media/press (U.S.), Karen DeMarco of mPRm Public Relations,
+1-323-933-3399, or kdemarco@mprm.com, for Loudeye; or Media/press (Europe),
Chris Owen of Trimedia Communications UK, +44 (0)207 471 6851, or
+44 (0)7787 122 800, or chris.owen@trimediauk.com, for Loudeye; or Investor
relations, Michael Dougherty of Loudeye, +1-206-832-4000, or ir@loudeye.com

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

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