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Entries Sought for 8th Annual PlanetOut Short Movie Awards

Entries Sought for 8th Annual PlanetOut Short Movie Awards

- Winner to be Announced at Sundance Film Festival

- Movies to be featured on Gay.com Video Channel

- Presented by Scion

- Hosted by the Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- PlanetOut Inc. (NASDAQ:LGBT), the leading media and entertainment company exclusively focused on the gay and lesbian market, is currently seeking entries for the 8th Annual PlanetOut Short Movie Awards (POSMA), presented by Scion and hosted by the Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (MGLFF).

The PlanetOut Short Movie Awards, the largest online awards honoring film and video shorts by, about and of interest to LGBT audiences, is an acclaimed international platform for top gay and lesbian filmmakers, such as Angela Robinson, Q. Allan Brocka and Jamie Babbitt.

Deadline for entries is Dec. 1, 2006 and information can be found on PlanetOut.com and Gay.com: www.movieawards.planetout.com and www.movieawards.gay.com.

Up to 20 finalists will be selected from all eligible submissions. Judging will be based on an equally weighted criteria consisting of the following: cleverness and originality; quality of writing, acting, and production values; innovative use of the medium; relevance of subject matter; and entertainment value.

Winners will be announced in January 2007 at PlanetOut's annual event during the Sundance Film Festival, and the Grand Prize Winner and four runners-up will be screened at a special ceremony and program in Miami as part of the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival on Sunday April 29, 2007. The Grand Prize winner will receive a $10,000 cash prize and the runners-up will split cash prizes totaling $5,000.

"The PlanetOut Short Movie Awards continues to stand out as a launching pad for independent LGBT filmmakers by providing exposure to industry professionals, a mass audience to view and celebrate their work and one of the largest cash prizes for any gay and lesbian film festival in the United States," said Jenny Stewart, manager, entertainment programming, PlanetOut Inc., and one of the judges. "As one of the country's major gay and lesbian film festivals, the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is the perfect place for participating filmmakers to garner additional exposure. And we are extremely grateful for Scion's continued sponsorship."

Carol Coombes, MGLFF Festival Director and one of the judges, said, "With PlanetOut's marketing muscle and the continued and generous cash support of our sponsor Scion, the Short Movie Awards have profiled and platformed an impressive roster of talented and emerging LGBT filmmakers over the years.

"It is extremely gratifying to know that a number of POSMA winning directors are now making a name for themselves as feature film makers. The generous cash awards reward talent, nurturing and enabling a whole new generation of gifted short filmmakers to continue to practice their craft. A perfect example is our 2006 Grand Prize winner 'Sissy Frenchfry' which is currently being developed into a feature film. We are truly thrilled that the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival has been chosen as the host festival for the PlanetOut Short Movie Awards for the sixth consecutive year," Coombes added.

Judges also include Carmelo Pirrone, Senior Vice-President of Marketing, Sony Pictures Classics; Joseph LaPolla, Vice-President of Programming, Oxygen; and Kathy Wolfe, CEO, Wolfe Video.

"Scion is a proud sponsor of the PlanetOut Short Movie Awards for a third year," said Nancy Inouye, Scion advertising manager. "It's exciting to see emerging filmmakers honored for their creativity and vision."

More than 500 entries have been submitted over the past seven years, including submissions from Oscar and Emmy award-winning actors and filmmakers. Select entries have been featured in the Picture This! Entertainment DVD release "The First Annual PlanetOut Short Movie Awards Highlights" and on Sundance Channel.

The final date to submit entries to the PlanetOut Short Movie Awards is Dec. 1, 2006, for a $25 entry fee. An official submission form and detailed guidelines are available online at www.mglff.com or by contacting the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, 1521 Alton Road, #147, Miami Beach, FL 33139, by phone at (305) 534-9924, by fax at (305) 535-2377, or by e-mail at kareem@mglff.com. Additional rules and regulations are available online at www.movieawards.planetout.com and www.movieawards.gay.com.

About PlanetOut Inc.

PlanetOut Inc. is the leading global media and entertainment company exclusively serving the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community.

PlanetOut's digital media brands include Gay.com, PlanetOut.com, Advocate.com, Out.com, OutTraveler.com and HIVPlusMag.com, as well as localized versions of the Gay.com site in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. PlanetOut print media brands include The Advocate, Out, The OutTraveler and HIVPlus, as well as SpecPub, Inc. titles. Transaction services brands include e-commerce Web sites Kleptomaniac.com and BuyGay.com, travel and events marketer RSVP Vacations, and book publisher Alyson Publications, among others.

PlanetOut, based in San Francisco with additional offices in New York, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, London and Buenos Aires, offers Global 1000 and local advertisers as well as its own properties access to what it believes to be the most extensive multi-channel, multi-platform network of gay and lesbian people in the world. For more information, please visit www.planetoutinc.com.

About the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival

Entering into its 9th season, the Festival presents films and videos of all genres, lengths and formats, including dramatic, documentary and experimental works, by, about and of interest to the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. With a strong international showing, it places special emphasis on works by U.S. Hispanic, Latin American and Spanish filmmakers. The upcoming 9th Annual Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival (April 27th -- May 6th 2007), hosted in the heart of fashionable South Beach, will continue its line-up of World, U.S. and South Florida premieres, with a diverse group of 40-plus programs over ten days. Directors attending the Festival will be joined by actors, distributors, critics and other special guests from around the world for a full schedule of screenings and panels, as well as social events at an array of Miami's hottest hotels, cafes, clubs and lounges.

About Scion

Scion is the newest line of vehicles from Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. Developed with a new generation of youthful buyers in mind, Scion's mission is to provide distinctive products, the opportunity to personalize, and an innovative, consumer-driven process at the retail level. The Scion brand features three ground-breaking models. The xA is a taut subcompact five-door, featuring an athletic stance with sculpted wheel arches. The xB, an urban utility vehicle with an iconic shape, combines remarkable interior space with aggressive style. And the tC sports coupe surprises the buyer with the convenience of a hatchback and the luxury of a standard all-glass panorama moonroof, complementing the usual wide array of features on all Scions. For more information, visit www.scion.com.

Source: PlanetOut Inc.

CONTACT: James David of PlanetOut Inc., +1-415-834-6479, or
james.david@planetoutinc.com

Web site: http://www.planetoutinc.com/
http://www.scion.com/

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Charlie Rose Launches Science Series

Charlie Rose Launches Science Series

12-Hour Charlie Rose Science Series Features Leading Experts Discussing Science Research and Advances in Human Health

NEW YORK, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Emmy Award winning journalist Charlie Rose today announced a 12-hour series that will feature interviews with notable experts in human science research. The Charlie Rose Science Series, which is sponsored by Pfizer Inc, will air on PBS stations across the country beginning October 31st during Charlie's regular scheduled program. The Series' first episode is an in-depth discussion of the human brain, from psychoanalysis and Sigmund Freud to the cutting edge of brain research.

"Exploring scientific advancements and communicating their impact to my audience have always been fascinating and important to me," said Charlie Rose. "Over the years I've had the opportunity to interview many of the world's leading researchers and scientists on areas of considerable interest. This series allows me to contribute important information that will inform a greater understanding of life sciences research and advancements throughout society. That being said, it is only natural we start by examining our understanding of the brain."

Guests for The Charlie Rose Science Series' first show include the following:

* Eric Kandel, 2000 Nobel Laureate, Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist and
Professor of Biochemistry and Biophysics at Columbia University;

* Sir Paul Nurse, 2001 Nobel Laureate, President of Rockefeller
University;

* Aaron Beck, 2006 Lasker Award recipient and Professor Emeritus at the
Department of Psychiatry at the University Of Pennsylvania;

* Peter Fonagy, The Freud Memorial Professor of Psychoanalysis at
University College London;

* Professors Nancy Kanwisher and Rebecca Saxe of the Department of Brain
and Cognitive Sciences at Massachusetts Institute of Technology;

* Elizabeth Phelps, Professor of Psychology at New York University;

* Steven Roose, Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at The College of
Physicians & Surgeons at Columbia University; and

* Nora Volkow, Director of the National Institute of Drug Abuse.

For more information about The Charlie Rose Science Series or to watch clips from the shows, please visit http://www.charlierose.com/.

Source: Charlie Rose

CONTACT: Yvette Vega of Charlie Rose, +1-212-617-1604,
yvega@bloomberg.net; or Rexy Legaspi of Widmeyer Communications,
+1-212-260-3401, Rexy.Legaspi@widmeyer.com, for Pfizer Inc

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

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Bardel Entertainment Lauded as Storage Networking World's 2006 'Best Practices in Storage' Award Finalist

Bardel Entertainment Lauded as Storage Networking World's 2006 'Best Practices in Storage' Award Finalist

SANRAD Customer Recognized for IP SAN Excellence

SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- SANRAD Incorporated, a leading supplier of open enterprise IP SANs, today announced that one of its customers, Bardel Entertainment, has been named a finalist in Storage Networking World's (SNW) "Best Practices in Storage" awards program.

Bardel Entertainment, Inc. is a Vancouver, B.C.-based entertainment company that specializes in producing quality-animated programming for children and families. Bardel's star-quality resume includes working with companies such as Dreamworks on the movie "Spirit," Fox on "Anastasia" and Disney Interactive on games such as "Buzz Lightyear" -- just to name a few.

Bardel was recognized as one of five finalists in SNW's "Best Practices in Storage" awards program for outstanding design, implementation and management of an interoperable environment. Using the open, scalable architecture of SANRAD's IP SAN solutions, Bardel was able to maintain a heterogeneous storage network and utilize its existing resources, while realizing a cost-savings of 70 percent over conventional Fiber Channel alternatives.

"Bardel is a visionary company," said Uli Gal-Oz, CEO of SANRAD. "They recognize the advantage of a low-cost, storage-agnostic solution that gives them the ability to easily manage their choice of storage-utilizing either new or existing resources."

SNW's twice-yearly awards program identifies and acknowledges excellence among users of storage technology. Honorees will be announced during the Gala Evening with "Best Practices in Storage" awards dinner on Nov. 2 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes Resort in Orlando, FL.

SANRAD is transforming the way enterprises implement and manage storage solutions by providing every server with low-cost SAN connectivity and management. SANRAD gives enterprise IT managers an economical solution that extends centralized data protection, access and compliance across the entire organization. By leveraging their existing storage and network infrastructure, SANRAD customers can save more than 90 percent of the cost of existing FC SAN connectivity and management solutions.

SANRAD's storage-agnostic approach allows IT managers to utilize existing resources and employ different classes of storage to meet the varying performance and reliability needs of the organization. For example, users can maintain an existing Fiber Channel connection for situations where throughput matters most, and use iSCSI for other purposes, such as projects, user files, email or database functions.

SANRAD's V-Switch is compatible with solutions from Brocade, Engenio, HP, Veritas, IBM, Microsoft and others.

About SANRAD

SANRAD provides enterprise iSCSI platforms with a broad complement of embedded and simple to manage storage services. Its unique solution offers open storage pooling, virtualization, local and long distance data replication and disaster recovery services at the network layer. This in turn provides customers with greater scalability, interoperability and vendor independence in their storage solutions.

For more information, visit www.sanrad.com .

About the "Best Practices in Storage" Awards Program

Sponsored by EMC, the Storage Networking World annual awards program, "Best Practices in Storage," identifies and acknowledges excellence among users of storage technology in the following categories:

-- Planning, Designing and Building a Strategic Storage Infrastructure
-- Storage Reliability and Data Recovery
-- Securing the Storage Fortress
-- Systems Implementation
-- Innovation and Promise

Source: SANRAD Incorporated

CONTACT: Erin Hitch of Bite Communications, +1-650-326-5074, or
erin.hitch@bitepr.com, for SANRAD Incorporated

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

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Tickets On Sale Now for the 2007 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase

Tickets On Sale Now for the 2007 Honda Battle of the Bands Invitational Showcase

Show Dubbed 'Super Bowl of Marching Bands' Celebrates Milestone
5th Anniversary With Roof-Raising Show At the Georgia Dome, January 27th

Historically Black College and University Recruitment Fair Returns
As Part Of Fifth Annual Honda Battle of the Bands

WHAT: Tickets are on sale now for the thrilling Honda Battle of the
Bands Invitational Showcase. The event, which features
performances by 10 of the nation's best Historically Black
College and University (HBCU) marching bands, is acknowledged
as the "Super Bowl" for marching bands, and as one of the
hottest tickets in town. General admission to the event is
just $10 for reserved seating, and tickets can be purchased at
Ticketmaster, through the Georgia Dome box-office or online by
visiting http://www.hondabattleofthebands.com/ . This is one
event that friends, fans, current students and alumni alike
simply won't want to miss.
(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061031/CGTU073 )

WHEN: Saturday, January 27, 2007, 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: The Georgia Dome
One Georgia Dome Dr.
Atlanta, Georgia

BACKGROUND: Now celebrating its fifth anniversary year, the Honda Battle
of the Bands is the largest and only national scholarship
program that showcases the pageantry, heritage and showmanship
of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching
bands. 2006-07 also marks the return of the enormously
successful Honda Battle of the Bands Historically Black
College and University Recruitment Fair. The recruitment fair
offers young people and their families a rare opportunity to
learn what it takes to earn a spot in their favorite marching
band.

Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band
recruiters from more than 25 HBCUs across the country will be
on hand that morning to discuss eligibility requirements for
their unique music programs. In addition to learning about
band programs, participants can talk to HBCU representatives
about admissions, academic programs, student life and
scholarship opportunities.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information, contact Ronald E. Childs at 312.986.1260; Janice Kyser, at 310.783-3217, or visit http://www.hondabattleofthebands.com/ .

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Source: American Honda Motor Company

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

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Courvoisier Presents The Official 2006 BET Hip-Hop Awards After Party

Courvoisier Presents The Official 2006 BET Hip-Hop Awards After Party

House of Courvoisier Brings a Luxury Experience to the ATL

DEERFIELD, Ill., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The words of the man who will soon return to hip-hop's throne have never rung more true: "After the show it's the after party" -- the key words in this Jay-Z declaration being "THE after party." Courvoisier, one of the four leading cognac houses worldwide, will serve as the exclusive sponsor and host of The Official BET Hip-Hop Awards After Party at the House of Courvoisier, following the first-ever BET Hip-Hop Awards. House of Courvoisier will indulge 800 invited guests, including a host of today's most influential figures in urban entertainment, sports, fashion, as well as BET Hip-Hop Award recipients, celebrities and press. The House of Courvoisier private VIP event will be held Sunday, November 12 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., at the luxurious 755 Club at Turner Field in Atlanta, which offers spectacular panoramic views of both the home of the Atlanta Braves and the Atlanta skyline. A special Courvoisier Presents the BET Hip-Hop Awards Post Show will be taped during the party, providing viewers with a trip down the Black Carpet and an exclusive look inside the House of Courvoisier official after party, featuring commentary and interviews with winners and other VIP guests.

"It's an honor to once again join forces with BET as the sponsor of The Official BET Hip-Hop Awards After Party at the House of Courvoisier," said Allen Spence, brand manager, Courvoisier. "We have watched hip-hop grow from an ambitious art form that was initially met with resistance, evolve into a powerful culture, and progress into what, today, dictates pop culture." Spence noted that many of these artists are among some of the most dominant figures in the entertainment industry, and have remained loyal to their commitment to give back to their communities. "We are proud to salute their achievements. Courvoisier strives to always offer our consumers a luxury experience, providing the finest blend of Cognac that dates back to Napoleon's Imperial Court. This partnership provides the perfect opportunity to do just that, as well as connect with the hip-hop community."

As the exclusive presenting sponsor, premium selection signature Courvoisier cocktails will be served to this elite gathering of influential people in urban entertainment, with discriminating tastes in cognac. House of Courvoisier, maximizing its international reputation of producing the finest cognacs for centuries, savors this opportunity to connect this "everyday attainable luxury" and provide a premium experience for its consumer. Signature cocktails will include:

Courvoisier Cosmopolitan
1/2 part Courvoisier VSOP
1/2 part DeKuyper Triple Sec
Cranberry Juice
Lime Juice
Shake over ice and pour into a martini glass. Garnish with a lime.

Courvoisier Ginger
1 part Courvoisier VSOP
2 parts ginger beer or ginger ale
Mix Courvoisier and ginger beer or ginger ale in a highball glass over
ice. Garnish with lime.

While the who's who of the urban entertainment world sip that perfectly smooth blend of premium Courvoisier cognac cocktails that will be sampled throughout the night, they will get down to the sounds of The Spin Master, the legendary Biz Markie, as he lays down the hottest tracks, guaranteed to keep any dance floor packed. Hosted by comedian Katt Williams, the inaugural BET Hip-Hop Awards premieres Wednesday, November 15 at 9 p.m. (ET/PT). The nominees are led by the ATL's own T.I., who received an unprecedented eight nominations, followed by up-and-coming artists Yung Joc with five, and Lupe Fiasco with four. Other nominees include perennial hip-hop heavy hitters Jay- Z, who will drop his highly-anticipated new album Kingdom Come on November 21, Diddy, whose new album Press Play was released October 17th, as well as Kanye West, Ludacris, Busta Rhymes and Oscar winners Three 6 Mafia. Not to be underrepresented in that choice list, is the new wave of hit-makers, whose stock is rising like a good day on Wall Street, such as Young Jeezy, Chamillionaire, Rick Ross and Paul Wall.

About Courvoisier

Courvoisier is one of the four leading cognac houses in the world and continues to excel in the spirits category with its renowned blends including VS, VSOP, Napoleon, X.O., Initial Extra, Millennium and Courvoisier Succession J.S. L'Esprit de Courvoisier is the world's most-exclusive cognac, containing a masterful blend of vintages, including some dating back to the nineteenth century -- the same used to apply to the court of Napoleon and Edward VII. Courvoisier reminds consumers to "drink smart(R)." For more information about Courvoisier cognac and corporate responsibility visit http://www.couvoisier.com/ and http://www.drinksmart.com/ .

About Beam Global Spirits and Wine

Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. is the fourth largest spirits company in the world. With nine of the world's top-100 premium spirits in its portfolio, the company's brands hold global and national leadership positions in key categories, including Jim Beam bourbon; Canadian Club Canadian whisky; Courvoisier cognac; Laphroaig Scotch; Sauza tequila; Larios gin; Whisky DYC; Teacher's Scotch; and DeKuyper cordials. The portfolio also includes Maker's Mark bourbon, Knob Creek bourbon and The Small Batch Bourbon Collection, and Starbucks Liqueurs. Beam Wine Estates is a top-five super-premium wine company in the U.S., featuring Clos du Bois, the number two super-premium U.S. wine brand, and the award-winning Geyser Peak. Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc. is part of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE:FO), an $8 billion USD leading consumer brands company. For more information on Beam Global Spirits & Wine and the company's sales and distribution partners, please visit http://www.beamglobal.com/ .

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Source: Courvoisier

CONTACT: Ronald E. Childs, +1-312-986-1260, or Thelma A. Walker,
+1-312-986-1265, both for Courvoisier

Web site: http://www.couvoisier.com/
http://www.drinksmart.com/
http://www.beamglobal.com/

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'Bat Out of Hell 3' Tops the Charts Around the World 'Three out of Three Ain't Bad'

'Bat Out of Hell 3' Tops the Charts Around the World 'Three out of Three Ain't Bad'

Halloween Release of Rock's Most Epic Adventure

NEW YORK, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Thirteen years in the making, MEAT LOAF's BAT OUT OF HELL III: The Monster is Loose, the third installment of rock's greatest epic serial, was released today in the US and Canada by Virgin Records America.

The epic album was released throughout Europe last week and is the #2 selling album in Germany, #3 in the UK, #4 in Switzerland, #5 in Austria, #5 in Denmark, #6 in Norway, #8 in Holland, #9 in Australia and #5 in New Zealand. The album is scheduled to be released in Southern Europe, Southeast Asia and Japan early next year.

The project was the most ambitious, committed and emotional of his three- decade career, MEAT LOAF said recently. "I knew I would have to shoot for the moon, or the end of the universe, if I was going to do Bat Out Of Hell III. The Bat just has a life of its own, so you can't say you're gonna top it or you're gonna beat it, you just have to try to do something special."

Critics agree that Meat has delivered an album worthy of the 'Bat' franchise:

Entertainment Weekly raves, " ... Meat Loaf delivers his most impassioned vocals since the original 'Bat' in 1977." (Entertainment Weekly, 11/3, Chris Willman).

"30 years after the original "Bat" made Loaf a star, he returns with 'Bat III,' a disc that recalls the original's theatrical bombast, anthemic melodies and guitar shred."

- (New York Post 10/29, Dan Aquillante)

"Loaf delivers an album that fans are going to love." (Billboard 11/4)

Just days after album release, on the evening of November 2, 2006, MEAT LOAF will star at New York's fabled Palace Theater in Bat on Broadway, a one- night-only spectacular bringing the grand rush of arena-scale rock to a theater of 1,700 seats. Each of the show's three acts is devoted to the songs of the albums, in sequence, with the third act debuting the new songs of BAT OUT OF HELL III: The Monster is Loose.

"Broadway is an opportunity for fans and critics to see Bat Out Of Hell III stand up to the two previous albums the way Europeans saw it at Royal Albert Hall earlier this month. Three out of three ain't bad," said Meat Loaf manager and CEO of Tenth Street Entertainment Allen Kovac.

When Meat Loaf rocked London's Royal Albert Hall earlier this month, astonished British critics were left grasping for superlatives worthy of the event: two national newspapers, The Independent and The Guardian awarded the show 4 stars out of 4, observing that "Bat out of Hell is as close as rock music has got to a Hollywood Blockbuster" (The Independent), and that "...parents are now bringing their children along to gigs, the Bat franchise shows no sign of abating." Metro praised the show's "grandious...imposing splendor," adding that MEAT LOAF's "lungs remain mighty enough to raise the roof." Addressing the artist's recent statements that BAT OUT OF HELL III may be the final episode in this greatest of rock franchises, the Guardian stated, "If this is [Meat Loaf's] last hurrah, then it is hard not to feel the world of music will be a less enjoyable place."

BAT OUT OF HELL III: The Monster is Loose was produced by hit-maker Desmond Child, and was made with the close participation of two key Bat Out of Hell veterans: Todd Rundgren, contributing vocal arrangements and Jim Steinman, writing seven songs. It was mixed by Grammy Award winning studio engineer Greg Collins (U2, Gwen Stefani), with string arrangements by David Campbell. Studio guests include Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx and Rob Zombie guitarist John 5 (ex-Marilyn Manson) who co-wrote the title track with Child. Guitar hero Steve Vai is also a co-writer. Also, the album includes the guitar work of Vai, John 5 and production/session whiz John Shanks, as well as an unmistakable signature appearance by Queen guitarist Brian May on "Bad For Good."

MEAT LOAF's Bat Out Of Hell (1977) and Bat Out Of Hell II: Back Into Hell (1993) combined have sold nearly 50 million copies worldwide. The international chart-topper "I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)" earned a Grammy for Best Rock Vocal Solo Performance.

For more information go to www.meatloaf.net

Source: Virgin Records

CONTACT: Angelica Cob-Baehler, Virgin Records, +1-323-692-1195,
angelica.cob@virginrecords.com; or Kim Estlund B|W|R LA, +1-310-248-6127,
kestlund@bwr-la.com

Web site: http://www.virginrecords.com/
http://www.meatloaf.net/

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Consumers in Delaware's Kent, New Castle and Sussex Counties Are a Major Step Closer to Real Cable TV Choice

Consumers in Delaware's Kent, New Castle and Sussex Counties Are a Major Step Closer to Real Cable TV Choice

Delaware Public Service Commission Grants Verizon a Cable Franchise to Serve Unincorporated Areas of First State

DOVER, Del., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Residents of Kent, New Castle and Sussex counties are a major step closer to real choice for their cable television services, thanks to Tuesday's (Oct. 31) unanimous Delaware Public Service Commission vote authorizing Verizon to offer its fiber-optic-powered FiOS TV in the unincorporated areas of the state.

Verizon already has franchise agreements in Bellefonte, Delaware City, Newark, Odessa and Townsend. Nationwide, the company has more than 190 franchises covering approximately 3.6 million households.

Verizon offers FiOS TV over its all-fiber-optic network in around 100 communities in parts of California, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Texas and Virginia. New markets are added as the company obtains franchises giving it the legal authority to do so.

"The Public Service Commission's vote today is great progress for consumers who are eager for a true competitive choice of video service providers," said William R. Allan, president of Verizon Delaware. "Competition drives innovation, value and service quality, and we will compete aggressively in Delaware for business with our FiOS services, which are fueled by our lightning-fast fiber-optic network."

Verizon currently is building its new, all-fiber network in more than half of the states where it provides landline phone service, including the First State. The new technology uses fiber-optic connections -- instead of copper wire -- directly into homes or businesses to enable a broad array of voice, data and video services. Verizon is the only company to connect homes and small businesses directly with fiber optics on a large scale.

The company expects to launch its FiOS TV service in parts of Delaware by the end of this year.

Verizon FiOS TV provides an extensive array of digital video and music channels, high-definition channels, on-demand titles and features such as FiOS TV Widgets, which supply one-touch, on-demand access to real-time local weather and traffic.

In addition to FiOS TV, Verizon's fiber network also allows the company to offer consumers and businesses high-speed FiOS Internet Service at download speeds of up to 30 Mbps (megabits per second) and upload speeds of up to 5 Mbps.* FiOS Internet Service currently is available to many consumers and small businesses in Delaware.

*Note: Actual (throughput) speeds will vary.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ), a Dow 30 company, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 57 million customers nationwide. Verizon Business operates one of the most expansive wholly-owned global IP networks. Verizon Telecom is deploying the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network to deliver the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services to customers. Based in New York, Verizon has a diverse workforce of approximately 250,000 and generates annual consolidated operating revenues of approximately $90 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

Source: Verizon

CONTACT: Sandra Arnette, +1-302-576-5410, sandra.u.arnette@verizon.com

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

Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/094251.html

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Sharon Stone Supports Seeds of Peace: Entertainer Hosts Event Aimed at Uniting Middle East Children

Sharon Stone Supports Seeds of Peace: Entertainer Hosts Event Aimed at Uniting Middle East Children

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 13, 17-year-old Israeli-born international singer Liel, who has performed with the likes of the Scorpions, Elton John and Bono, will join with Lebanese singer Shadi Nadaf, Lebanese-born pianist Giovanni, legendary producer and musician David Foster, and other musicians, for an unforgettable night of global music and entertainment. Hosted by Sharon Stone, the event will help raise funds for "Seeds of Peace," an internationally recognized program aimed at uniting children of conflict areas in the Middle East.

"I spent weeks this summer in a bomb shelter of Northern Israeli," Liel, who has lost a family member to violence in the region, said. "Enough is enough. Israeli and Lebanese kids like me were born into a conflict not of our making. Something has to change!"

Liel has kept good on that promise, pledging to work towards conciliation and co-existence among children in the Middle East and helping to raise millions of dollars in support of peace. She has recently decided to support Seeds of Peace, which brings together youths from several regions of conflict, including Israel, Palestine, Egypt, and Jordan to the United States to empower the next generation of leaders in the Middle East through training in conflict resolution and coexistence.

The event starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, California, and will also feature presentations by Arab and Israeli graduates of Seeds of Peace who will share their memories and experiences.

For additional information and press opportunities please contact Amgad Naguib at (703) 741-7506 or at anaguib@golinharris.com

About Seeds of Peace:

Since 1993, Seeds of Peace has graduated over 3400 teenagers from four conflict regions from its internationally recognized leadership program. Through its International Camp in Maine, international youth conferences, regional workshops, educational and professional opportunities, and adult educator programs, participants develop empathy, respect, and confidence as well as leadership, communication and negotiation skills all critical components that will ensure peaceful coexistence for the next generation.

http://www.seedsofpeace.org

About Liel:

A 17-year-old kibbutz-born Israeli, Liel, considered a symbol of peace, is the recipient of two international awards and the official ambassador for two major international peace organizations: Seeds of Peace in the US, and Children of Peace in the UK. To date, she has held more than 300 concerts around the world and has performed with such superstars as Bill Clinton, Bono, Elton John, Brian Adams, Scorpions, Westlife, Pink, Andrea Bocelli, Jose Carreras, Richard Gere and soon, with Madonna.

Two months ago, during the war between Israel and Lebanon, Liel spent several weeks in Northern Israel, singing for children seeking shelter from the fighting. Liel also held several concerts in Israel and Canada raising more the one million dollars to help children touched by the war.

Source: Seeds of Peace

CONTACT: Amgad Naguid, +1-703-741-7506, anaguib@golinharris.com, for
Seeds of Peace

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

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NFL Players Take on Diapers and Day Care in 'Helmets Off: The Home Game' Airing Throughout November on FSN

NFL Players Take on Diapers and Day Care in 'Helmets Off: The Home Game' Airing Throughout November on FSN

Helmets Off: The Home Game is the Fifth of Six Monthly PLAYERS INC Television Specials Designed to Give Fans an Inside Look at the Daily Lives of NFL Players

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- PLAYERS INC, the licensing and marketing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association, presents "Helmets Off: The Home Game," the fifth of six monthly television specials created and produced by PLAYERS INC and sponsored by EA Sports and Reebok. Featuring four of the NFL's biggest names, "Helmets Off: The Home Game" follows the players home and captures them in the role of husband and father.

You've seen them play hard on Sundays but watch as four NFL players tackle an even greater challenge -- their home life. Be there as Donovin Darius (Jacksonville), DeAngelo Hall (Atlanta), Keenan McCardell (San Diego), and Richard Seymour (New England) go through their daily routines, some of which include changing diapers, cooking breakfast, and driving carpools. You'll never look at these guys the same after watching them go from gridiron great to dutiful Dad in the course of a half-hour show. It's an inside look at the real lives of your favorite NFL Players and you can only catch it on "Helmets Off: The Home Game."

Be sure to tune in and join PLAYERS INC as we present "Helmets Off: The Home Game" airing all of November on FSN. Visit www.nflplayers.com for updated local listing air dates and times.

About PLAYERS INC:

Formed in 1994, PLAYERS INC is the licensing and marketing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association. Representing more than 1,800 active and 3,500 retired NFL players, PLAYERS INC "takes the helmets off" the players and markets them as personalities as well as professional athletes. Through an exclusive sponsorship agreement between the NFL and PLAYERS INC, NFL players are integrated into NFL sponsor activation programs through PLAYERS INC. In addition, under an exclusive agreement between the NFL and PLAYERS INC, NFLPLAYERS.COM, PLAYERS INC's official website, is part of the NFL Internet Network. Each year PLAYERS INC negotiates and facilitates more than 3,500 player marketing opportunities for NFL players. PLAYERS INC activities include retail licensing, corporate sponsorships and promotions, special events, radio and television projects, publishing and internet. For more information, please visit NFLPLAYERS.COM.

HELMETS OFF '06 #5
THE HOME GAME
Length: 0.50 hour

Network Date Time Zone
FSN ARIZONA Sat - 11/04/2006 09:00 PM Mountain-Arizona Delay 2,335
FSN ARIZONA Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Mountain-Arizona Delay 2,335
FSN ARIZONA Sat - 11/11/2006 02:00 PM Mountain-Arizona Repeat 2,335
FSN BAY AREA Sat - 11/04/2006 08:00 AM Pacific Delay 4,177
FSN BAY AREA Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Pacific Delay 4,177
FSN DETROIT Sun - 11/05/2006 08:30 AM Eastern Delay 3,610
FSN DETROIT Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 3,610
FSN FLORIDA Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 5,400
FSN FLORIDA Sat - 11/11/2006 05:00 PM Eastern Delay 5,400
FSN MIDWEST Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Central Delay 4,298
FSN MIDWEST Sat - 11/18/2006 03:00 PM Central Delay 4,298
FSN MIDWEST (Non-St. Louis) Sat - 11/11/2006 05:00 PM Central Repeat 3,659
FSN NEW ENGLAND Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 4,424
FSN NEW ENGLAND Sat - 11/11/2006 04:00 PM Eastern Delay 4,424
FSN NEW ENGLAND (Non-Celtics) Thu - 11/09/2006 01:30 PM Eastern Repeat 23
FSN NEW YORK Sat - 11/04/2006 11:00 AM Eastern Delay 6,247
FSN NEW YORK Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 6,247
FSN NEW YORK Sat - 11/11/2006 12:00 PM Eastern Repeat 6,247
FSN NEW YORK Sat - 11/11/2006 05:30 PM Eastern Repeat 6,247
FSN NEW YORK Sat - 11/25/2006 01:30 PM Eastern Repeat 6,247
FSN NORTH (Minnesota) Sat - 11/04/2006 06:00 PM Central Delay 2,206
FSN NORTH (Minnesota) Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Central Delay 2,206
FSN NORTH (Minnesota) Sat - 11/11/2006 01:30 AM Central Repeat 2,206
FSN NORTH (Wisconsin) Sat - 11/04/2006 06:00 PM Central Delay 1,584
FSN NORTH (Wisconsin) Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Central Delay 1,584
FSN NORTHWEST Sat - 11/04/2006 09:00 PM Pacific Delay 3,438
FSN NORTHWEST Thu - 11/09/2006 01:30 PM Pacific Repeat 3,438
FSN NORTHWEST Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Pacific Delay 3,438
FSN OHIO Sat - 11/04/2006 03:30 PM Eastern Delay 4,909
FSN OHIO Thu - 11/09/2006 01:30 PM Eastern Repeat 4,909
FSN OHIO Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 4,909
FSN OHIO Sat - 11/11/2006 05:30 PM Eastern Repeat 4,909
FSN OHIO Fri - 11/24/2006 06:30 AM Eastern Repeat 4,909
FSN PITTSBURGH Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 3,005
FSN PITTSBURGH Sat - 11/11/2006 11:00 AM Eastern Repeat 3,005
FSN ROCKY MOUNTAIN Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Mountain Delay 2,797
FSN ROCKY MOUNTAIN Sat - 11/11/2006 10:00 AM Mountain Delay 2,797
FSN SOUTH Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Delay 10,634
FSN SOUTH Sat - 11/18/2006 04:30 PM Eastern Repeat 10,634
FSN SOUTH Fri - 11/24/2006 03:00 PM Eastern Repeat 10,634
FSN SOUTH (NBA Memphis Grizzlies) Tue - 11/28/2006 07:00 PM Eastern Repeat
1,632
FSN SOUTHWEST Sat - 11/04/2006 01:00 AM Central Delay 7,992
FSN SOUTHWEST Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Central Delay 7,992
FSN WEST Thu - 11/09/2006 03:00 PM Pacific Delay 6,552
FSN WEST Sat - 11/11/2006 10:30 PM Pacific Repeat 6,552
FSN WEST Sat - 11/11/2006 01:30 AM Pacific Repeat 6,552
FSN WEST Fri - 11/17/2006 02:00 PM Pacific Repeat 6,552
COMCAST MID ATLANTIC Sat - 11/04/2006 12:30 AM Eastern Delay 5,186
COMCAST MID ATLANTIC Thu - 11/23/2006 11:30 PM Eastern Repeat 5,186
COMCAST MID ATLANTIC Sat - 11/25/2006 12:30 AM Eastern Repeat 5,186
COMCAST PHILADELPHIA Wed - 11/08/2006 04:00 PM Eastern Repeat 3,127
COMCAST PHILADELPHIA Fri - 11/24/2006 12:30 PM Eastern Delay 3,127
Comcast Chicago Wed - 11/08/2006 08:00 PM Central Delay 4,772
Comcast Chicago Sun - 11/12/2006 05:30 PM Central Repeat 4,772

Live Total* 0
Delay Total* 140,110
First Air Total 140,110
Report Total 140,110

Source: PLAYERS INC

CONTACT: Lara Potter, +1-202-496-2885, Lara.Potter@nflplayers.com, or
Joanna Comfort, +1-202-463-2214, Joanna.Comfort@nflplayers.com, both for
PLAYERS INC

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

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DreamWorks Animation Reports Third Quarter 2006 Financial Results

DreamWorks Animation Reports Third Quarter 2006 Financial Results

GLENDALE, Calif., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- For the third quarter of 2006, DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (NYSE:DWA) reported total revenue of $55.6 million and net income of $10.5 million, or $0.10 per share on a fully diluted basis. This compares to revenue of $87.1 million and net loss of $0.7 million, or $(0.01) per share on a fully diluted basis, for the same period in 2005. The Company ended the third quarter of 2006 with $536.0 million of cash and cash equivalents.

For the period, Madagascar contributed approximately $24.1 million of revenue driven primarily by home video catalogue sales as well as a benefit due to a partial reduction of reserves established for returns and costs associated with the transition of its home video distribution. In total, the film has reached an estimated 20.4 million units shipped through the third quarter of 2006, net of actual returns and estimated future returns. Wallace and Gromit: Curse of the Were-Rabbit generated revenue of approximately $17.2 million as the film was made available in the domestic pay television market in the quarter. Since its home video release in the first quarter of this year, the film has reached an estimated 5.1 million units shipped through the third quarter of 2006, net of actual returns and estimated future returns. Shark Tale recorded revenue of approximately $5.8 million in the quarter. Library and other titles contributed $8.5 million of revenue for the period. The Company's distributor remained in an unrecouped position of approximately $7.1 million on the Shrek 2 title at the end of the third quarter.

The Company's revenues for the third quarter of 2006 included a benefit resulting from the renegotiation of a vendor contract for services provided as part of Paramount's distribution of the Company's titles. This resulted in higher net revenue of approximately $6.4 million due to a distribution cost credit from Paramount, predominantly impacting the net revenue of the Company's 2005 theatrical releases. The benefit resulted in $0.01 of earnings per share in the quarter on a fully diluted basis.

DreamWork's latest release, Over the Hedge, has reached approximately $325 million in box office as of October 30, 2006 on a worldwide basis, making it the eighth highest grossing film of 2006. As expected, the Company's distributor remains in an un-recouped position at the end of the quarter. The title contributed approximately $2.1 million in revenue to the Company in the quarter.

Looking ahead, the Company reiterated its expectation that revenue for the remainder of the year will be driven by the home video performance of Over the Hedge, which was released domestically on October 17, 2006.

The Company's next release, Flushed Away, opens domestically in theatres on November 3, 2006. As is typical in the quarter of a film's theatrical release, the Company does not anticipate generating significant revenue in the fourth quarter from the title as its distributor will likely not have recouped its upfront marketing and distribution costs.

"We are excited about the upcoming release of Flushed Away, our latest collaboration with Aardman Animation," stated Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation. "By combining Aardman's signature look with cutting-edge CG technology, we believe we've created a new visual style -- and ultimately, a unique film experience."

In addition to results for the third quarter, the Company provided updates on several future projects, including DreamWorks Animation's Puss in Boots, based on the beloved character from the Shrek franchise. Originally expected to be released as a direct-to-video title, the property is now being slated as a future theatrical release. Due to current market conditions, the Company has decided to shift away from its direct-to-video strategy in favor of new opportunities with Paramount and Nickelodeon.

"Puss in Boots is a unique creative property that has the potential to be a valuable extension of the Shrek franchise," stated Katzenberg. "We are excited to be developing this into a feature film where we think it has the greatest opportunity."

The Company also announced that its new partnership with Nickelodeon has identified its first two creative concepts for ongoing television series based on DreamWorks Animation theatrical properties. The first will be based on the hit penguin characters from the Company's 2005 theatrical release Madagascar and the second series will be derived from DreamWorks' 2008 theatrical release Kung Fu Panda.

Lastly, the Company revealed its theatrical release slate for 2009 from its projects currently under development. Monsters vs. Aliens, the working title of an original concept from DreamWorks Animation, is scheduled for release in the summer of 2009. How to Train Your Dragon, based on the book by Cressida Cowell, is scheduled as the Company's release for the 2009 fall/holiday season.

Items related to the earnings release for the third quarter of 2006 will be discussed in more detail on the Company's third quarter 2006 earnings conference call later today.

Conference Call Information

DreamWorks Animation will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the results on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 4:30 p.m. (EST). Investors can access the call by dialing 1-888-428-4480 in the U.S. and 1-612-234-9960 internationally and identifying "DreamWorks Animation Earnings" to the operator. The call will also be available via live webcast at www.dreamworksanimation.com.

A replay of the conference call will be available shortly after the call ends on October 31, 2006 through November 11, 2006. To access the replay, dial 1-800-475-6701 in the U.S. and 1-320-365-3844 internationally and enter 844347 as the conference ID number. Both the earnings release and archived webcast will be available on the Company's website at www.dreamworksanimation.com.

About DreamWorks Animation SKG

DreamWorks Animation is principally devoted to developing and producing computer generated, or CG, animated feature films. With world-class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced CG filmmaking technology and techniques, DreamWorks Animation makes high quality CG animated films meant for a broad movie-going audience. The Company has theatrically released a total of twelve animated feature films, including Antz, Shrek, Shrek 2, Shark Tale, Madagascar, Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were- Rabbit, and Over the Hedge. DreamWorks Animation's newest release, Flushed Away, opens in theaters November 3, 2006.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This document includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company's plans, prospects, strategies, proposals and our beliefs and expectations concerning performance of our current and future releases and anticipated talent, directors and storyline for our upcoming films and other projects, constitute forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the industry in which we operate and management's beliefs and assumptions. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions which are difficult to predict. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein due to changes in economic, business, competitive, technological and/or regulatory factors, and other risks and uncertainties affecting the operation of the business of DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. These risks and uncertainties include: audience acceptance of our films, our dependence on the success of a limited number of releases each year, the transition to a new distribution and servicing partner, the increasing cost of producing and marketing feature films, piracy of motion pictures, the effect of rapid technological change or alternative forms of entertainment and our need to protect our proprietary technology and enhance or develop new technology. In addition, due to the uncertainties and risks involved in the development and production of animated feature projects, the release dates for the projects described in this document may be delayed. For a further list and description of such risks and uncertainties, see the reports filed by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent annual report on Form 10-K and our most recent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. DreamWorks Animation is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or otherwise.

DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

September 30, December 31,
2006 2005
(in thousands)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $535,967 $403,796
Trade accounts receivable, net of
allowance for doubtful accounts 1,424 10,186
Receivable from affiliate, net of
allowance for doubtful accounts -- 97,991
Film inventories, net 638,858 535,886
Property, plant and equipment, net
of accumulated depreciation and
amortization 81,887 85,293
Income taxes receivable 12,350 35,851
Deferred taxes, net 29,770 80,175
Goodwill 34,216 34,216
Prepaid expenses and other assets 37,652 29,782
Total assets $1,372,124 $1,313,176

Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Liabilities
Accounts payable $4,175 $7,201
Payable to affiliate -- 2,667
Payable to Paramount 54,634 --
Payable to stockholder 47,699 73,789
Accrued liabilities 57,444 55,014
Other advances and unearned revenue 37,926 30,863
Obligations under capital leases 1,629 2,264
Universal Studios advance -- 75,000
Bank borrowings and other debt 118,269 117,267
Total liabilities 321,776 364,065
Commitments and contingencies
Non-controlling minority interest 2,941 2,941
Stockholders' equity 1,047,407 946,170
Total liabilities and stockholders'
equity $1,372,124 $1,313,176

DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

Three months ended Nine months ended
September 30, September 30,
2006 2005 2006 2005
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
Operating revenue $55,584 $87,107 $190,566 $289,421
Costs of revenue 29,739 55,559 97,194 161,903
Gross profit 25,845 31,548 93,372 127,518

Selling, general and
administrative expenses 16,966 21,919 56,936 58,467

Operating income 8,879 9,629 36,436 69,051

Interest income, net 6,984 2,490 17,506 3,185
Other income, net 1,452 1,454 4,393 2,581
Decrease (increase) in income tax
benefit payable to stockholder 3,851 2,677 (3,764) (8,682)

Income before income taxes 21,166 16,250 54,571 66,135

Provision for income taxes 10,699 16,906 18,112 24,784

Net income (loss) $10,467 $(656) $36,459 $41,351

Basic net income (loss) per share $0.10 $(0.01) $0.35 $0.40
Diluted net income (loss) per share $0.10 $(0.01) $0.35 $0.40
Shares used in computing net income
(loss) per share
Basic 103,250 103,092 103,235 103,055
Diluted 103,432 103,092 103,663 104,327

DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

Nine months ended
September 30,
2006 2005
(in thousands)
Operating activities
Net income $36,459 $41,351
Adjustments to reconcile net income
to net cash provided by operating
activities:
Amortization and write off of film
inventories 92,832 155,755
Stock compensation expense 16,058 15,187
Depreciation and amortization 6,303 6,316
Revenue earned against advances and
unearned revenue (39,738) (35,549)
Deferred taxes, net 50,405 22,070
Change in operating assets and
liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable 8,762 5,784
Receivable from/Payable to
Distributor for Distribution and
Services Agreements 149,958 415,530
Film inventories (197,974) (203,643)
Prepaid expenses and other assets (8,458) (18,460)
Payable to stockholder (26,090) 5,289
Accounts payable and accrued
expenses (773) (12,544)
Income taxes (3,384) (21,571)
Advances and unearned revenue 50,195 25,784
Net cash provided by operating
activities 134,555 401,299
Investing activities
Purchases of property, plant, and
equipment $(1,307) $(3,733)
Purchase of short-term investments -- (21,800)
Sale of short-term investments -- 550
Net cash used in investing activities (1,307) (24,983)
Financing activities
Bank borrowings and other debt -- 4,597
Payments on bank borrowings -- (27,772)
Payments on capital leases (635) (593)
Receipts from exercise of stock options 697 2,822
Excess tax benefits from employee
equity awards 393 --
Purchase of treasury stock (1,532) (6,119)
Paramount signing bonus deemed a
contribution from controlling
shareholders 75,000 --
Repayment of Universal Studios advance (75,000) --
Net cash used in financing activities (1,077) (27,065)
Increase in cash and cash equivalents 132,171 349,251
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning
of period 403,796 63,134
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $535,967 $412,385

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow
information:
Cash paid (refunded) during period
for income taxes, net $(29,302) $27,863
Cash paid during the period for
interest, net of amounts
capitalized $123 $5,807

Supplemental disclosure of non-cash
operating activities:
Transfer on January 31, 2006 of net
receivable from affiliate to Paramount
for Distribution and Services Agreements $102,509 $--

First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact: atenn@dreamworksanimation.com

Source: DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.

CONTACT: Investors, Rich Sullivan of DreamWorks Animation Investor
Relations, +1-818-695-3900, ir@dreamworksanimation.com, or Media, Bob Feldman
of DreamWorks Animation Public Relations, +1-818-695-6677

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

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Sharon Osbourne Will Sign Her Memoir at Borders(R) -- Westwood -- L.A.

Sharon Osbourne Will Sign Her Memoir at Borders(R) -- Westwood -- L.A.

What: Sharon Osbourne will sign copies of her book, "Sharon Osbourne Extreme: My Autobiography."

When: Thursday, Nov. 2 at 5 p.m.

Where: Borders - Westwood
1360 Westwood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 475-3444

Why: Committed to providing entertainment and knowledge to every community with a Borders store, Borders offers customers the opportunity to meet their favorite authors and musicians in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. This is an opportunity to meet Sharon Osbourne and have her sign copies of her memoir, "Sharon Osbourne Extreme: My Autobiography." Her memoir tells of her difficult childhood growing up with her father and chronicles the highs and lows of her marriage to her husband, Ozzy, including stories not previously covered in the tabloids.

CONTACT: Lita Weissman of Borders, +1-310-475-3444, ext. 580, lweissma@bordersgroupinc.com .

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060208/BORDERSLOGO )

PRNewswire -- Oct. 31
First Call Analyst:
FCMN Contact:

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Source: Borders

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

Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/106169.html

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Verizon Expands FiOS TV Service to Camarillo, Los Alamitos, Calif.

Verizon Expands FiOS TV Service to Camarillo, Los Alamitos, Calif.

New Service Provides Choice and Greater Value for Consumers and Small Businesses

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon today began offering its FiOS TV service to consumers in Camarillo and Los Alamitos, offering amazingly sharp pictures and sound and a true choice for subscription television and on-demand programming, via the company's all-digital, fiber-optic network. Verizon is the first company to offer such a communications network, connecting homes and businesses directly to fiber optics on a widespread scale.

In addition to Camarillo and Los Alamitos, Verizon already offers FiOS TV in other California communities where cable franchises have been approved, including Apple Valley, Banning, Beaumont, Hermosa Beach, Lake Elsinore, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Murrieta, Ontario and Temecula. The service will expand to many more California communities served by Verizon next year under a recently passed statewide video-franchising law.

"Today, residents of Camarillo and Los Alamitos have been given an outstanding, superior choice for their video entertainment," said Tim McCallion, Verizon West region president. "No longer will customers be at the mercy of a single cable-TV company. They'll have Verizon FiOS TV.

"Customers who liked what FiOS did for their Internet connection will love what it does for their TV. We've harnessed the speed and capacity of fiber- based broadband with the power of broadcast to create a revolutionary, new entertainment experience," McCallion said.

Camarillo and Los Alamitos residents, along with all other Verizon FiOS TV-eligible customers in California, have the option to trim their monthly bill by bundling FiOS TV service, FiOS Internet Service and the Verizon Freedom Value unlimited calling plan - all for around $103 a month.

Service highlights include:

* A broad collection of all-digital programming and compelling consumer
choice.

* An initial service package of nearly 200 digital video and music
channels for $34.95, when combined with high-speed Internet service or a
calling plan. Customers who want just the FIOS TV package and agree to
take it for a year do not have to pay the $3.95 per month fee for one
standard-definition set-top box; or they can choose instead to receive a
$5 monthly discount on the Movie Package.

* More than 20 high-definition (HD) channels, with extraordinary clarity
and theater-quality sound.

* Approximately 3,000 on-demand titles available to customers now,
increasing to over 3,500 titles in the next several months.

* Channels grouped by programming genres such as entertainment, sports,
news, shopping, movies and family entertainment, making it easy for
audiences to find their favorite programming.

* An easy-to-use interactive programming guide that integrates HD
programming, on-demand content and the digital video recorder along with
broadcast television into a seamless user experience.

* A dual-tuner, HD-capable digital video recorder (DVR) that gives
customers the freedom to pause and rewind live TV, record two shows
simultaneously, and fast forward to their favorite part of the program -
all without a VCR, tapes or DVDs.

* Home Media DVR, an optional service featuring a multi-room DVR that
enables up to three simultaneous viewings of programs recorded by the
device without requiring customers to set up a complex home network or
buy extra equipment; Home Media DVR is bundled with Media Manager, which
lets customers access photos and music from their personal computer and
play them on their entertainment center.

* FiOS TV Widgets, a free interactive feature that provides local weather
and traffic information.

Information on packages and prices is available now at www.verizon.com/fiostv. Customers also can call 1-877-707-7066 to see if they are able to order FiOS TV.

In addition to California, FiOS TV is also available to customers in parts of six other states: Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Texas and Virginia. The company has video franchises covering approximately 3 million households in nine states and more than 100 franchise areas. As the fiber network is fully deployed in franchise areas, Verizon will provide consumers with the opportunity to choose FiOS TV.

Verizon's FiOS TV is designed to be a formidable competitor to cable and satellite. It is provided over Verizon's fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) network, which delivers amazingly sharp pictures and sound, and has the capacity to transmit a wide array of high-definition programming that is so clear and intense it seems to leap from the TV screen. In addition to FiOS TV, Verizon's fiber network also allows the company to offer consumers and businesses high-speed FiOS Internet Service, which is currently available in many California communities.

Programming choices for Hispanic, African-American, Asian, Russian and other multicultural audiences are available in every market. Because FiOS TV has so much capacity, it is an outlet for emerging and independent networks to showcase their diverse programming.

(More information about FiOS TV and fiber optics is available in Verizon's online News Center at www.verizon.com/news.)

Service and Package Details

FiOS TV subscribers can choose from three simple-to-understand service offerings, each with built-in choice and value. They can then choose from packages and premium channels with programming that meets their special interests. Verizon offers three set-top boxes: standard definition for $3.95 per month; high definition, which includes HD channels, for $9.95 per month; and a dual-tuner, HD-capable digital video recorder for $12.95 per month.

The services include:

* FiOS TV Premier, which delivers nearly 200 video and music channels for
$39.95 a month as a stand-alone service or $34.95 a month with Verizon
FiOS Internet Service or a qualifying voice plan. This tier includes
access to on-demand content and requires a set-top box. High-definition
channels are included in this tier at no extra charge, and customers
must have an HD set-top box and an HD-ready TV to view them.

* La Conexion, an alternative to FiOS TV Premier service designed for
bilingual consumers who enjoy both English and Spanish-language
programming, for $27.95 per month with Verizon FiOS Internet Service or
a qualifying voice plan. La Conexion is also available as a stand-alone
service for $32.95 per month. The package includes nearly 140 channels
with English and Spanish-language programming and access to on-demand
programming. This service requires a set-top box. High-definition
channels are included in this tier at no extra charge, and customers
must have an HD set-top box and an HD-ready TV to view them.

* FiOS TV Local, with access to 15-35 local broadcast, weather and
community channels for $12.95 per month. The service is digital with a
set-top box, which also provides access to on-demand programming. FiOS
TV Local is also available as an analog service that does not require a
set-top box for viewing.

Consumers with a passion for movies can add the movie package with 44 channels of Starz, Encore, Showtime, The Movie Channel, Sundance and Flix, as well as 255 titles of on-demand programming, for a regular price of $11.95 a month. Sports enthusiasts can add a 15-channel sports package for $5.95 a month. Or, both packages can be purchased for $14.95 a month. In addition to the movie package, customers with a set-top box can order new, on-demand movie releases for $3.95 each or choose from a selection of movie library titles for $2.95 each.

For wrestling fans, Verizon offers World Wrestling Entertainment's WWE 24/7, a subscription on-demand service, for $7.95 a month. Karaoke fans can sing along at home with a subscription to the Karaoke package for $7.95 a month.

Verizon also offers 14 HBO channels and 12 Cinemax channels as premium services, with each set of channels available for $14.95. The price includes access to each channel's subscription on-demand library. Subscribers who want both HBO and Cinemax will pay $24.95 per month.

The value of FiOS TV extends to the installation and customer support. Specially trained Verizon technicians will install the service and acquaint subscribers with FiOS TV features and services. Verizon is waiving the installation fee for up to three existing TV outlets, and there is no charge to install a needed optical network terminal at the subscriber's home. Charges for other installation services, such as additional outlets, may apply. Verizon provides 24x7 technical assistance by phone from its specialized Fiber Solutions Centers.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ), a Dow 30 company, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 57 million customers nationwide. Verizon Business operates one of the most expansive wholly-owned global IP networks. Verizon Telecom is deploying the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network to deliver the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services to customers. Based in New York, Verizon has a diverse workforce of approximately 250,000 and generates annual consolidated operating revenues of approximately $90 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

Source: Verizon

CONTACT: Jonathan Davies, +1-805-372-6969, jon.davies@verizon.com

Web site: http://www.verizon.com/
http://www.verizon.com/fiostv

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Azteca America Signs Carriage Agreement With Time Warner Cable for Systems in North and South Carolina

Azteca America Signs Carriage Agreement With Time Warner Cable for Systems in North and South Carolina

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Azteca America, the fastest-growing Hispanic television network in the United States, is pleased to announce a network carriage agreement with Time Warner Cable in North and South Carolina.

As a result of this agreement, Raleigh, Durham and Fayetteville in North Carolina, as well as Greenville and Spartanburg in South Carolina will be able to enjoy the best Spanish-language programming offered by Azteca America Network.

The agreement is the first new carriage area to result from a recently signed accord to make Azteca America programming available to Time Warner communities not served by local Azteca America affiliates.

"We expect this agreement to make a noteworthy addition to our strong and growing network distribution footprint, which includes cable, broadcast and DBS services," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Azteca America Network. "We look forward to additional gains through our existing agreement with Time Warner."

Company Profile
About Azteca America

Azteca America is the fastest-growing Hispanic network in the United States. The network is a wholly owned subsidiary of TV Azteca S.A. de C.V., one of the two largest producers of Spanish-language television content in the world. Azteca America currently has presence in 52 Hispanic markets, including: Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Houston, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose, San Antonio, Phoenix, Brownsville-McAllen, Albuquerque, San Diego, Sacramento-Stockton-Modesto, El Paso, Fresno-Visalia, Denver, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Orlando, Tampa, Austin, Tucson, Corpus Christi, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Hartford, Monterey-Salinas, Bakersfield, Portland, West Palm Beach-Ft. Pierce, Salt Lake City, Laredo, Colorado Springs, Odessa, Santa Barbara, Lubbock, Amarillo, Palm Springs, Naples-Ft. Myers, Yakima, Wichita, Oklahoma City, Reno, Boise, Omaha, Victoria, Chattanooga and Charleston.

Visit: http://www.aztecaamerica.com/

CONTACT: Daniel McCosh, Azteca America, +011-5255-1720-0059, or
dmccosh@aztecaamerica.com

Source: Azteca America

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

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Verizon's FiOS TV Approved in Lexington, Tyngsborough, Mass.

Verizon's FiOS TV Approved in Lexington, Tyngsborough, Mass.

17,000 More Massachusetts Households Will Now Have Choice for Cable TV

LEXINGTON, Mass., Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Boards of selectmen in two more Massachusetts communities granted cable-TV franchises to Verizon Monday night (Oct. 30), paving the way for video choice for an estimated 12,000 more Bay State households.

The franchises, granted in Lexington and Tyngsborough, bring to 25 the total number of Massachusetts communities where Verizon's FiOS TV is or will soon be available.

"We are thrilled to be able to bring FiOS TV to residents in Lexington and Tyngsborough," said Donna Cupelo, Verizon region president for Massachusetts and Rhode Island. "Since the launch of FiOS TV in Massachusetts earlier this year, we are continuing our efforts to meet the consumer demand for cable TV choice."

FiOS TV is the company's new fiber-optic television service, delivered over the only all-digital, fiber network that is being made available, on a mass scale, to millions of individual homes and businesses. It offers a better quality picture, more high definition and on-demand programs, and more reliable service at competitive prices.

The company currently offers FiOS TV in Acton, Andover, Belmont, Boxborough, Boxford, Burlington, Hamilton, Hopkinton, Ipswich, Lincoln, Lynnfield, Nahant, North Reading, Reading, Stoneham, Tewksbury, Wakefield, Wenham, Winchester and Woburn, as well as other locations in New York, California, Texas, Florida, Maryland and Virginia. Verizon also has TV franchises in the Massachusetts communities of Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester.

"As a result of these new franchises, consumers will be able to choose their cable provider as easily as they choose their phone company," said Cupelo. "Competition drives innovation, value and service quality, and it puts the consumer in control."

Verizon is currently in negotiations with some 30 other communities in Massachusetts to obtain additional franchises. For more information on the Verizon franchise process in the state, log onto http://www.verizon.com/ma.

Verizon research indicates 87 percent of Massachusetts residents favor more competition and choice for video services. Independent studies have shown that competition in the video market brings enormous benefits to consumers in the form of reduced prices, better packages and improved service.

The franchise agreements with Lexington and Tyngsborough contain provisions for the network's future growth; financial support and capacity for educational and government access channels; cable service to government buildings; and other important benefits to each town, including insurance, indemnification and enforcement protections.

"Verizon will compete aggressively for subscribers in Lexington and Tyngsborough with our FiOS services, which are fueled by our lightning-fast fiber-optic network," Cupelo said.

Verizon is the first company to offer such a communications network, connecting homes and businesses directly to fiber optics on a widespread scale.

FiOS TV offers a broad collection of all-digital programming, two dozen high-definition channels, video on demand and more. It is delivered over Verizon's fiber-to-the-premises network, which has industry-leading quality and reliability. Fiber delivers amazingly sharp pictures and sound, and has the capacity to transmit a wide array of high-definition programming that is so clear and intense it seems to leap from the TV screen.

In addition to FiOS TV, Verizon's fiber network also allows the company to offer consumers and businesses high-speed FiOS Internet Service at download speeds of up to 30 Mbps (megabits per second) and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps.*

* NOTE: actual (throughput) speeds will vary.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ), a Dow 30 company, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 57 million customers nationwide. Verizon Business operates one of the most expansive wholly-owned global IP networks. Verizon Telecom is deploying the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network to deliver the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services to customers. Based in New York, Verizon has a diverse workforce of approximately 250,000 and generates annual consolidated operating revenues of approximately $90 billion. For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com/.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

Source: Verizon

CONTACT: Phil Santoro of Verizon, +1-617-743-4760,
philip.g.santoro@verizon.com

Web site: http://www.verizon.com/
http://www.verizon.com/ma

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'The Envelope' From the Los Angeles Times Rings Bell on Official Start of the Entertainment Awards Season

'The Envelope' From the Los Angeles Times Rings Bell on Official Start of the Entertainment Awards Season

Hollywood Insider Website Expands Online News and Features and Launches Series of Special Print Editions November 1

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- The Envelope (www.theenvelope.com) strengthens the Los Angeles Times' commitment to being the indispensable source for comprehensive year-round entertainment awards coverage with the debut of a content-rich 11-week print series beginning tomorrow (November 1, 2006), according to The Times Publisher David D. Hiller. The year-old website will also unveil enhanced online features in time for the glittering trophy season to offer both the entertainment industry and general interest consumers fresh topical coverage of contending films, music and personalities, along with the inherent festivities, politicking and odds-making.

The expanded offerings follow the quintessential site's tremendous initial popularity, and underscores The Times' unique ability to provide the Hollywood insider perspective.

"The Los Angeles Times has an unparalleled commitment to covering entertainment, and the growth of The Envelope takes us even deeper into the spectacular awards season in Hollywood," said Hiller. "Not only is entertainment one of our region's leading industries, it is also one of the largest U.S. exports, and The Envelope has emerged as an indispensable resource online and now in print, with news, insight and analysis that is unequalled."

The Envelope is the only awards-intensive destination devoted to the full spectrum of the awards that power show business and the November 1 - February 21 special print editions will appear in The Times as everyone from the Grammy Awards to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences bestow their honors. In this original print series, The Envelope will look at each of the major creative disciplines, from crafts and special effects to animation. Each edition will offer a lineup of regular features, including "The Corner Office," James Bates' high-powered chats with Hollywood movers and shakers; the Buzzmeter chart where a diverse group of industry pundits gauge who's hot and who's not in key awards races; Tom O'Neil's "In Contention" wrap-up; Elizabeth Snead on the red carpet fashion and celebrity party scene; and news and analysis from entertainment reporter John Horn and Big Picture columnist Patrick Goldstein. Additional features will also be introduced throughout the season.

"In The Envelope print series, we hope to produce sections that are sophisticated enough to appeal to the industry insider but accessible enough to be enjoyed by the general reader," said Deputy Features Editor Lennie LaGuire, who is in charge of The Times features entertainment coverage and supervisor of The Envelope print series. "The aim is to offer intelligent reporting and analysis, combined with the fun and froth of the Hollywood awards season."

Tom Tapp, former Executive Editor of Variety's V Life, has been named Editor of The Envelope's print series. Beginning with a special 32-page, full color Awards Preview on November 1st, The Envelope's 11 print editions will include: Crafts/Special Effects 11/8, Animation 11/15, Best Writing 11/22, Best Actor 12/6, Best Director 12/13, Best Picture 12/20, Golden Globes Preview 1/10, Oscar Nominations/Screen Actors Guild Wrap-Up 1/31, Grammys 2/7 and Oscar Preview 2/21.

Online, The Envelope's reputation for breaking exclusive news stories and providing insight into all that happens behind-the-scenes has created the demand for more original content features, exclusive in-depth reporting, photo galleries, audio and video pod casts, lists, forums, polls, expert roundtables, archives and analysis of awards shows contributed by some of the biggest and most respected names in entertainment journalism.

"Entertainment awards can launch careers, bolster studios and have a dramatic financial impact on box office, DVD and CD sales," said Scott Robson, executive producer of The Envelope. "Our deep experience covering both the business and creative aspects of the industry allows us to speak directly to those inside the entertainment business as well as to draw entertainment enthusiasts and consumers with our exceptional coverage of these honors."

About the Los Angeles Times

The Pulitzer Prize-winning Los Angeles Times is the largest metropolitan daily newspaper in the country, with a daily readership of nearly 2.2 million and about 3.3 million on Sunday. The Los Angeles Times and its media businesses and affiliates -- including latimes.com, The Envelope, Times Community Newspapers, Recycler Classifieds, Hoy, and California Community News -- are read by approximately 8.1 million or 62 percent of all adults in the Southern California marketplace every week.

The Los Angeles Times, which this year marks its 125th anniversary covering Southern California, is part of Tribune Company (NYSE:TRB), one of the country's leading media companies with businesses in publishing, the Internet and broadcasting. Additional information about the Los Angeles Times is available at www.latimes.com/mediacenter.

Source: The Envelope

CONTACT: Linda Dozoretz, +1-323-656-4499, Linda@ldcomm.com, or Stephanie
Goodell, +1-626-403-9322, Stephanie@ldcomm.com, both of Linda Dozoretz
Communications, for The Envelope

Web site: http://www.theenvelope.com/
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Woodfield Launches New Holiday Snow Globes, Complete with 300 Pounds of Swirling Snow - and Dancing Penguins

Woodfield Launches New Holiday Snow Globes, Complete with 300 Pounds of Swirling Snow - and Dancing Penguins

WHAT: Woodfield Mall will unveil a new multi-sensory holiday display,
based on Warner Bros. Pictures' highly anticipated movie, "Happy
Feet," which opens nationwide Nov. 17. A giant, 20-foot walk-
thru snow globe will feature 300 pounds of swirling theatrical
snow, life-sized sculptures of characters from the film, and toe-
tappin' music from the movie soundtrack.

WHERE: Woodfield Mall, Golf Road and Route 53, Schaumburg, Ill.

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sneak Peak for Media
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. V.I.P.P. (Very Important Penguin Party) -
including a public dance competition to the
music of the "Happy Feet" soundtrack and
performances by Footprints Tap Ensemble of
Talent Forum, Sole to Soles, and Golden's
School of Dance
7 p.m. "Happy Feet" snow globes open to the public.

NOTE: 2006 launches a new snow globe holiday tradition at Woodfield.
Each year, the snow globes will return, showcasing a different
enchanting display based on an upcoming holiday film or popular
entertainment theme.

CONTACT: Bonni Pear or Emily Jane Watt, Miller-Pear Public Relations
(312) 649-0466 office; (312) 520-0175 cell
info@millerppear.com

PRNewswire -- Oct. 31
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Source: Woodfield Mall

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Don't Miss Chicago's V.I.P.P.!

Don't Miss Chicago's V.I.P.P.!

Warner Bros. HAPPY FEET and Woodfield Mall to host a
Very Important Penguin Party!

What:

The V.I.P.P. will introduce the Happy Feet interactive snow globe exhibit at Woodfield Mall. To commemorate the debut, Woodfield Mall will transform Comcast Connections Court into an Antarctic winter wonderland inspired by the much-anticipated animated feature, Happy Feet. Entertainment will include local dance troupes, shopper dance competitions and advance screening pass giveaways. The event will conclude with a Happy Feet L.A. Premiere trip giveaway courtesy of Southwest Airlines and the opening of the snow globe exhibit to the public.

The Snow Globes Featuring "Happy Feet" exhibit brings to life key moments from the movie and includes a 20-foot walk-through snow globe, complete with a cold Antarctic blast and 300 pounds of swirling theatrical snow. Within the globe, guests can find life-sized sculptures of characters from the film and enjoy toe-tappin' music from the movie soundtrack.

The exhibit also showcases three-dimensional, penguin-filled "Happy Feet" scenes displayed in three, six-foot snow globes with buttons to launch interactive elements; a walk-through 28-foot holiday tree where visitors can learn about key characters and a "green screen" experience where children can pose for holiday pictures that make them look like they're dancing with Mumble and other characters featured in the film.

When:
Media Sneak Peek
Thursday, November 2nd 5 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Media will be given a private tour of the snow globes

Public Event
Thursday, November 2nd 6:00 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Where:
Woodfield Mall
Comcast Connections Court
5 Woodfield Shopping Center
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Who:
Warner Bros Pictures and Woodfield Mall

ABOUT HAPPY FEET:

In theaters November 17, the comedy adventure, "Happy Feet" is set in the great nation of Emperor Penguins. Deep in Antarctica, you're nobody unless you can sing -- which is unfortunate for Mumble (ELIJAH WOOD), who is the worst singer in the world. He is born dancing to his own tune ... tap dancing. Mumble's mom, Norma Jean (NICOLE KIDMAN), thinks this little habit is cute, but his dad, Memphis (HUGH JACKMAN), says "it just ain't penguin." Besides, they both know that, without a Heartsong, Mumble may never find true love. Leaving home, Mumble meets the Adelie Amigos, led by Ramon (ROBIN WILLIAMS). The Adelies invite Mumble to party with them in Adelie Land, where Mumble seeks the counsel of Lovelace the Guru (also voiced by ROBIN WILLIAMS), a crazy-feathered Rockhopper penguin who will answer any of life's questions for the price of a pebble. Together with Lovelace and the Amigos, Mumble sets out across vast landscapes and, after some epic encounters, proves that by being true to yourself, you can make all the difference in the world.

CONTACT: Eric Levin, +1-312-840-7960, for Warner Bros. Pictures.

PRNewswire -- Oct. 31

Source: Warner Bros. Pictures

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SoundTech Announces LightSnake USB Intelligent Microphone Cable

SoundTech Announces LightSnake USB Intelligent Microphone Cable

From Podcasting to Hip-Hop to Vocal and Karaoke Production, LightSnake Makes Computer Recording Easy For Anyone

CHICAGO, Oct. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- SoundTech Professional Audio, a division of US Music Corporation, announced today the release of the LightSnake, an intelligent microphone-to-PC cable with embedded analog to digital converter and signal booster. The LightSnake features SoundTech's patented "Live when Lit" technology cable ends that glow and flash indicating when sound is being transmitted.

The LightSnake USB intelligent microphone cable connects with any standard microphone and plugs directly into the PC USB port, dramatically reducing the cost and clutter traditionally associated with digital recording. Now musicians can easily enjoy the same digital recording abilities once reserved for high-end studio sessions.

Modern Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software, such as Apple GarageBand and Sony Acid(R) Music Studio harness the power of PCs allowing musicians to arrange songs, mix beats and record, layer and mix their own voices. The LightSnake USB provides the easiest method to connect a microphone to a computer for recording by simply plugging the XLR tip of the LightSnake into the microphone and the USB end to a PC.

Podcasters can also benefit from the LightSnake. Podcasting, a new form of communication popularized by Apple's iPod and former MTV video jockey Adam Curry, allows anyone to distribute their recordings, such as radio programs, speeches and interviews to a near limitless audience over the Internet. The LightSnake's streamlined design, ease of use and compatibility with professional quality XLR microphones is ideal for recording high-quality digital Podcasts.

"The internet and today's computers have opened the channels for anyone to create and distribute their own audio masterpiece," said Larry English, senior vice president of business development at US Music Corp. "We developed the LightSnake to provide an easy-to-use, high-quality tool, that works with any microphone, from budget to top-of-the-line Neumann's, allowing customers to easily record their Podcasts, hit-songs or interviews."

SoundTech LightSnake USB intelligent microphone cable features:

-- Patented "Live when Lit" technology cable ends light up indicating
when sound is being transmitted
-- Digital quality sound input without the need for a sound card
-- Embedded A/D chip technology with audio signal boost eliminates the
need for additional signal conversion devices
-- 10 foot heavy-duty shielded cable
-- Includes Sony Media Software Demo DVD - Including Acid(R), Sound
Forge(R), Vegas(R) and many other titles
-- Simple USB plug-and-play connectivity
-- Compliant with USB 2.0 Full Speed Operation
-- Compliant with USB Audio Device Class Specification v1.0
-- Compatible with Win98 SE / Win ME / Win 2000 / Win XP and Mac OS9 /
OS X without additional driver
-- Driver software included for older non-plug-and-play compliant
computers

Pricing and Availability

The patented LightSnake USB intelligent microphone cable is available through Target, Guitar Center, Music123.com, Fullcompass.com, Micro Center, Musiciansfriend.com, Sweetwater.com, PCmall.com and other major music retail outlets. It will begin shipping in October 2006 with a suggested retail price of $69.99. For more information on retail availability, please visit www.SoundTech.com.

About SoundTech Professional Audio

SoundTech is dedicated to providing the music industry's most affordable and professional Pro-Audio Line of product solutions supporting both performance and recording environments. It has built a world-class team of sales, service and support professionals around what are arguably the best "Quality vs. Price" Pro-Audio product lines available anywhere in the world. For more information visit SoundTech on the web at www.SoundTech.com

About US Music Corporation

US Music Corporation located just north of Chicago. US Music Corporation is a uniquely positioned, fully integrated musical instrument company that manufactures and markets instruments, accessories and audio equipment for professionals, aspiring professionals, collectors, hobbyists and beginner musicians. US Music Corp also owns Washburn Guitars, Parker Guitars, Randall Amplifiers, Eden Amplifiers, Oscar Schmidt, Lyon Musical Instruments, Mojo Strings and Vinci musical instrument strings and accessories. For more information visit US Music Corporation on the web at www.USMusicCorp.com

Contact: Anders Steele of FortyThree, Inc., +1-831-706-2722, or anders@fortythreepr.com.

Source: SoundTech Professional Audio

CONTACT: Anders Steele of FortyThree, Inc., +1-831-706-2722, or
anders@fortythreepr.com

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

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

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