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Virgin Media launches search for young telly fans
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As kids across the country begin the count down to the school summer holidays, Virgin Media today announces a nationwide search to find a ‘kids TV controller’ to take charge of the TV on demand service this summer. The search comes off the back of a survey which reveals over three quarters (78 per cent) of children can tire of what’s...
National Geographic to Launch New Channels on Sky
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National Geographic Channel HD and Nat Geo Wild will be Available Beginning in July .With the upcoming launches of National Geographic Channel HD and Nat Geo Wild, Fox International Channels continues expanding its channel portfolio in the German and Austrian TV markets. Starting in July, Nat Geo Wild will be available in the Sky Welt package...
Baker & Taylor Unveils New Corporate Brand and Website
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Baker & Taylor, Inc., the world’s largest distributor of physical and digital books and entertainment products, today unveiled its new corporate logo and tagline, along with a redesigned corporate website.
“This is truly a new era for Baker & Taylor,” said Tom Morgan, CEO of Baker & Taylor. “We are making...
Philip Guarascio Elected Arbitron Board Non-Executive Chairman
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Arbitron Inc.has announced that its Board of Directors has elected Philip Guarascio as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, replacing Stephen B. Morris. Mr. Guarascio, age 67, has served on Arbitron’s Board of Directors since 2001 including as chairman or member of several committees.
“Phil’s impressive career, vast experience...
Kbb.com to Launch All-New Online Vehicle Classifieds
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On July 17, 2009, Kelley Blue Book will launch The Trusted Marketplace, a new online car shopping experience on its top-rated Web site www.kbb.com. Through a unique technology platform, The Trusted Marketplace’s search engine will present vehicles that match consumers’ desired characteristics. With The Trusted Marketplace’s...
History Channel Launches Next Wave of ‘Expedition’ Campaign
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Magnetic Media Holdings Inc., the industry leader in 3D displays, has announced that History Channel will utilize the company’s display technology to promote its new series, Expedition. Magnetic’s 57″ auto-stereoscopic Enabl3D displays will be featured in two street level billboard installations designed by Pearl Media....
Weber Shandwick appoints Daniel Honigman as Digital Communications Supervisor
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Weber Shandwick has announced that Daniel Honigman will join the firm’s Chicago office as a digital communications supervisor on June 8th.
Honigman, previously the social media strategist and editorial engagement strategist at Tribune Interactive, was the creator of “Colonel Tribune,” the Chicago Tribune’s widely-embraced...
VH1 Classic announces a New Slate of Summer 2009 Programming
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This Summer VH1 Classic is bringing its viewers more of their favorite classic artists with all-new exclusive series and specials. The new slate of programming begins on June 6th with “Roc Doc: Iron Maiden: Flight 666.” The network’s summer lineup also includes premieres of “Rock Across America,” “VH1 Classic’s...
Microsoft launches Bing.com to tackle rival search engines
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Microsoft Corp. has unveiled Bing, a new Decision Engine and consumer brand, providing customers with a first step in moving beyond search to help make faster, more informed decisions. Bing is specifically designed to build on the benefits of today’s search engines but begins to move beyond this experience with a new approach to user...
BBC Archive celebrates 150th anniversary of Big Ben
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Today the BBC Archive is launching a new online collection celebrating the 150th anniversary of Big Ben, as part of its plans to open up parts of its extensive archives dating back to 1922.
The new collection will enable the public to take advantage of the broadcaster’s unique access and ability to witness defining moments in history...