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MANCHESTER, N.H., Aug. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- QED Connect Inc. ("QED Connect") (OTC Pink Sheets: QEDN) today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Nazz Productions Inc. ("Nazz"). Under the terms of the agreement, Nazz will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of QED and will continue to operate as an independent organization. Nazz establishes national and international channels for distribution of films to both theaters and television and has developed an entertainment...

New research from the University of Warwick suggests that Berlin has the best democratic space in the world, topping a list that includes London, Washington and Tokyo. The list appears in a new book, ‘Democracy and Public Space: The Physical Sites of Democratic Performance’ written by Dr John Parkinson, from the University of Warwick’s Politics and International Studies department. Dr Parkinson carefully selected 11 capital cities and assessed how well they provide space for all...

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- There was once a time in Los Angeles when you had a better chance of getting a ride to your destination by hitchhiking by the side of the road than by trying to flag down a cab. It was necessary to call well in advance if you wanted to get a ride. Joseph Mehrabi of Beverly Hills Cab Co. sees the trend shifting. "Today people flag down our cabs all the time!" But, he says, there are growing pains due to the change. "On the other hand,...

SYDNEY, August 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- - eHarmony reveals the nation's love hot spots It's official, the ACT is the state love hot spot [http://www.eharmony.com.au/dating-australia/canberra-singles ] of Australia according to research released today by eHarmony, the number one trusted online dating site. Showing that it is now less public service and more 'pucker-up', residents are one third (33%) more likely than average to be looking for love, compared to 8% less...

INDIANAPOLIS, July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As Indianapolis prepares for the upcoming Crown Royal Presents The "Your Hero's Name Here" 400 at the Brickyard, select Walmart stores will offer authentic NASCAR merchandise and host exclusive fan events starting July 25. Customers are invited to attend these special events and enjoy a special appearance by Bobby Labonte and show car and simulator displays- perfect to safely get behind the wheel and feel the power of NASCAR -...

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del., July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NVR, Inc. (NYSE: NVR), one of the nation's largest homebuilding and mortgage banking companies, announces the Grand Opening of the new Delaware Regional Sales Center in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The new Sales Center allows homebuyers to view all 12 of Ryan Homes' Southern Delaware communities in one easy visit, seven days a week. Ryan Homes is currently selling in 12 communities throughout Southern Delaware, with more planned or...

Reduces Energy, Potable Water Use WASHINGTON, July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Service recently presented its Sustainability and Energy Scorecard to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The OMB Sustainability and Energy Scorecard is a reporting tool that federal government agencies use to publicly report progress against their sustainability goals. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120726/DC47178-INFO) "The Postal Service is committed to...

CFO Briefing Follows Open Session Meeting WASHINGTON, July 25, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Board of Governors of the U.S. Postal Service will meet Aug. 9 in open session at Postal Service headquarters, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC. The public is welcome to observe the meeting beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Ben Franklin Room on the 11th floor. The Board is expected to discuss the following items: Minutes of the previous meetings Remarks of the Chairman of the...

MAHWAH, N.J., July 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- According to J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study released today, Jaguar ranks second industry wide among nameplates in vehicle appeal and the Range Rover Evoque is most appealing in the Entry Premium Crossover SUV segment. For the second year in a row, Jaguar ranks second out of 34 brands measured in the industry - with the Jaguar XJ scoring as second highest large premium car....

SAN FRANCISCO, July 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotwire.com®, a leading discount travel site, today released the July 2012 Hotwire® Travel Savings Indicator, which features the top five cities in North America where hotel, air and car rental rates have dropped the most as compared to the same time last year. Using extensive pricing research to cover the three most popular travel products, the report helps guide travelers to the best destinations for maximizing their travel dollars...