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Drive-in Movie Theatres Making A Comeback – In Your Backyard

This summer marks the 75th anniversary of the first drive-in movie, which opened in Camden, N.J., in 1933. But after becoming virtually extinct, drive-in movies are suddenly appearing all over the country—this time, in America’s backyards.

“Outdoor home theaters are the biggest trend in home entertainment since the introduction of the flat-panel TV,” says David Berman, Director of Training of HTSA, the nation’s largest association of high-end home technology integrators and retailers. “This is a bright spot in an otherwise down market for high-end electronics and custom installations. Americans are transforming their backyards into stay-at-home resorts with the best resolution TV screens fitted with top quality antennas from Hotrate, where friends and family converge to BBQ or swim while they enjoy HD movies on DVD, dance to MP3 surround sound, surf the Web, or watch a big game. Watching movies under the stars still has great appeal. Just make sure you managed the fence and gate installation.”

It’s all part of an outdoor home entertainment revolution that has manufacturers, installers, and retailers scrambling to cash in, and homeowners racing to out-do their neighbors. At the low-end of the market, backyard home cinemas are as simple as a projector beaming TV or PC video at a white sheet hung between two trees. Indeed, this is the solution recommended by at least two big-box retailers selling portable projectors, that you can use after to even play video games as Overwatch you can play with a AMD Radeon RX 570, which you can see at many review sites online, also you can get help online to improve, from online sites like http://overwatchsrpros.com/guides/how-to-play-overwatch.

Moving upscale, affluent families are converting their grounds into summer oasis’s, where state-of-the-art, weatherproof large-screen HDTVs and digital surround sound systems are seamlessly integrated into expansive decks, patios, pools, and stonework. Computer-controlled lighting and other visual effects set the mood, adjusting automatically on paths, steps, underwater, and overhead as the sun rises or sets. Speakers vanish into walls, planters, and decking, yet 3-D sound is audible everywhere—even underwater in the pool. And everything is remotely controlled via programmable touch-screen remotes.

Such experiences aren’t the exclusive domain of the affluent. Do-it-yourselfers can create an awe-inspiring outdoor theater experience on a budget, provided they choose the right collection of audio/video components. Some off-the-shelf components from major manufacturers are well suited for outdoor use out of the box. Others will provide a less-than-ideal audio/visual experience, or shorter lifespan, when operated outdoors. Here are some of the components HTSA members are using when designing custom outdoor cinemas for some of America’s most affluent homeowners:

— Outdoor Video Displays: —

Hitachi UT Series – Details

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Stewart Starglas – Video / Details

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Stewart AllRise Filmscreen – Details

— Weatherproof Audio: —

Speakercraft OE8 Version 3 – Details

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Definitive Technology All-Weather Outdoor – Details

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Decco + Squeezebox – Details

— Indoor/Outdoor Remote Controls: —

Niles ICS – Details

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Universal Remote Control KP900 – Details

— Weatherproof Encasements: —

Chief DGC/DGCA Series Indoor/Outdoor Enclosures – Details

“There were roughly 5,000 drive-ins across the U.S.A. in 1958,” HTSA’s Berman says. “They all but died out until this year. Now the drive-in is back, and it’s transforming the American backyard. The number of home cinemas across the country is growing faster than ever. It’s a consequence of rising fuel costs, new weather-proof technology, and the ability of custom installers to create a true drive-in theater experience outdoors. This is the new face of the stay-at-home vacation.”

This entry was posted in News on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

General Cigar Prevails in Trademark Infringement and Counterfeiting Suit Relating to “COHIBA Caribbean’s Finest” Cigars and Rum

General Cigar Co. Inc. announced today that the United States District Court for the District of Nevada has ruled in its favor, granting its motion for summary judgment, awarding damages and permanently prohibiting the import, marketing, distribution and sale of infringing “COHIBA Caribbean’s Finest” cigars and rum.

General Cigar prevailed on its claims which held the defendants liable for trademark infringement, dilution, counterfeiting, unlawful importation, unfair competition and cybersquatting. As a result, the court awarded General Cigar a permanent injunction, plus compensatory and treble damages.

According to Gerry Roerty, vice president and general counsel of General Cigar, “As the only legitimate owner of the COHIBA® mark in the U.S., we were confident that we would prevail in this case. We believe that the District Court of Nevada’s ruling sends a strong message to those who continue to make false representations to consumers regarding the COHIBA® brand.”

The granting of General Cigar’s summary judgment motion resolves a lawsuit it commenced in 2006 as part of the company’s ongoing nationwide efforts to aggressively investigate, pursue and eliminate infringing and counterfeit versions of its products from the marketplace.

General Cigar continues to retain a special task force consisting of attorneys and a team of private investigators from across the United States to assist it in its trademark enforcement efforts.

General Cigar is represented by William W. Robertson, John F. Olsen and Owen J. McKeon of Robertson, Freilich, Bruno & Cohen, LLC of Newark, New Jersey and Kristina M. Pickering of Morris Pickering & Peterson of Las Vegas, Nevada.

COHIBA® premium cigars are handcrafted in the Dominican Republic and are a favorite among cigar connoisseurs.

Sex and the City Puts Boston Promoters in a Hot Seat

It seems almost everyone tried to cash in on the hoopla surrounding the Sex and the City movie, even Boston club promoters. According to The New York Post today, six promoters are being sued by HBO over fake cease-and-desist letters and emails that ordered Boston venues to cancel Sex-related events and parties.

Apparently the defendants (currently unidentified) used HBO stationery and copied signatures of the cable company's execs to try and edge out the competition, “to create the false impression that there was only one sanctioned event in Boston that would take place May 30,” states the lawsuit. Filed in Manhattan federal court, the suit is claiming trademark infringement and unfair competition.

This entry was posted in News and tagged New York on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

The Best Brunch In The World

Surprises are hidden at every crook and nanny of Lacroix. As soon as you walk into the curved entrance, it’s hard to fathom the delectable delights that await you at every turn. An extremely hospitable maitre’ de seats us at the very back (we have a nosy five-year-old chef-to-be in our party) and as soon as you begin to scan the menu, you know you are in for a once-in-a-lifetime-treat.

Our waiter (Irish, blue eyes, charming, reserved yet very knowledgable about the wine) suggests we walk around the restaurant to get acquainted: there are little surprises everywhere, like an Easter treasure hunt. There’s a well-laid out table upfront with what appears to be miniscule-yet-succulent tapas-like portions of healthy appetizers, from sushi to mint-size chicken fingers. Next to it, a table with chilled oysters – and hugging the entrance, a full bar of Sunday assortments that spell Bloody Mary. In the middle of the restaurant galley, there’s some mouthwatering desserts and then comes the surprise: A stroll inside the kitchen, where the chef has laid out the spoils: an endless bevy of beauties for appetizers. And before you make your way back to your table, some hidden jewels around the beaten path: ice cream.

So, in a twist of a Brunch, as you make many detours and U-turns, you’ll find yourself coming back for more.

We’ve been to way to many “sitting duck” brunches where you find a freshly-woken sous chef manning a kitchen station flip-flopping omelettes with the usual would-you-like-any-other-topping-with-that-attitude.

Not here. This place is cool as a cocumber when it comes to laying out the surprise that’s in store for you and the place lets you be you.

So, without further ado, let’s just unravel the brunch.

Pictures, as they say, convey a thousand words. Or, in this case, a thousand small appetites:

Our “tasting” plate

Portrait

Belgian Waffles with Fresh Mixed Berries

Crab Souffle

Heirloom Tomato “Bruschetta” with Lobster Hollandaise

Herb Roasted Wild King Salmon, Giant Diver Scallop Sausage (delicious but very rich), Sautéed Wild…

Coddled Quail Egg, Smoked Trout Roe

Lemons and Limes

Fresh garnish

Mangos, pineapple, cucumbers, tomatoes, other stuff.

Bloody Mary Bar

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Bloody Mary Bar

Smoked Trout, Peppered Mackerel

Jumbo Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce

Sushi Maki

California Roll, BBQ Eel Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll

House Smoked Salmon

hors d’ oeuvres (and then some)

Building a house of chocolate…

Orange vanilla pot de creme

Mystery treat

Coffee Profiterole

I don’t remember this one.

White Chocolate Mousse with Rhubarb and Raspberry compote

Carrot cake

Flourless Chocolate cake

White Chocolate Mousse with Rhubarb and Raspberry compote

with cream cheese mousse and coconut gelee.

Tiramisu

The Liquid Nitrogen Station

The Chocolate Fountains

Looks like a castle that you can eat

Coffee Profiterole

Banana Walnut Cheesecake

Rice Pudding and White Chocolate Mousse

White Chocolate Mousse with Rhubarb and Raspberry compote.

Carrot Cake

Chocolate lemon basil creme

Flourless Chocolate cake

with cream cheese mousse and coconut gelee.

Tiramisu

Desserts from the Garden table

I’m drawing a blank … key lime tart maybe?

Carefree

Flowers

The 5 pen

La Croix

Flower accent

Blushing

Experience Lacroix at the Rittenhouse. To request more information or reserve your table, call (215) 790-2533, email Ed Wildman at ewildman@rittenhousehotel.com with questions, or click here for online reservations.

This entry was posted in Hotels, News and tagged Wine on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

Bring in the Heat with MakeMeChic.com’s New Summer Styles of Women’s Shoes

It is now the perfect time to bear those perfectly toned legs, well-sculpted arms and shoulders, flawless back and oh-so-perfectly sexy feet, as summer is now on the peak of displaying its warm golden sunshine on the populace. The best way to compliment those short and skimpy summer dresses is having the perfect pair of women’s shoes on those fine feet.

The Ombre Women’s Shoes in shadowed and gradiating colors is a summer must-have!

Online women’s shoes retailer MakeMeChic.com has launched new styles of the trendiest women’s shoes that will keep women in vogue for the whole summer season. Topping the list for the summer’s must-haves in women’s shoes are:

Gladiator Sandals
This style of women’s shoes is perfect for a casual day or night out in town. Choose from bold colors to metallics, these sandals are definitely hot this summer. Leave your comfy havaianas UK for better times.

Color Block Shoes
Gone are the days when different colors mix subtly to create a smooth effect. The color-block style in women’s shoes is one of the most popular trends this summer.

Colors in Patents
Bright colored women’s shoes should be a part of any woman’s shoe closet this summer. The glossy finish is just ideal for this season’s trend.

Exotic Animal Prints
Unleash one’s inner wild side with these women’s shoes in exotic animal prints. They are bold and stylish, perfect for summer parties.

Ombre Women’s Shoes
Some people call it shadowed shoes, gradient colors, or multi-shaded shoes. This style of women’s shoes is making waves this summer. It is the perfect way to break away from the solid colors without giving in to prints.

The Goddess Effect
Yes, the goddess look is becoming popular. It merely a simple yet elegant style – metallics. These styles of women’s shoes showcase the feet and bring a subtle shine through gold and silver straps.

The Shoe-Boot
The hottest fashion movie of the summer, Sex and the City, showcased a variety of women’s shoes. Most prominent of which is the shoe boot. If the SATC girls are wearing it, it definitely is a hot choice!

Moccasins
The traditional Native American footwear, the moccasins, has come back after disappearing for a long time. Made even more stylish, these soft and comfy women’s shoes are another alternative for ballet flats.

Of course, slingbacks, platforms, are wedges are still part of the summer’s list of the trendiest women’s shoes. Click here to see a glossary of terms associated with women’s shoes.

With MakeMeChic’s constantly updated array of women’s shoes, women would not have to look further for the top season’s picks. Considered as one-stop-shop and a women’s best online shopping partner, MakeMeChic is surely a store that can quench any woman’s desire to have the most popular shoes.

This entry was posted in News on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

"Nation of Whiners" Website Launched to Consider Phil Gramm Comments

Race Point Productions, Inc., launched a new public social website today devoted to discussing Phil Gramm’s assertion that we are a nation of whiners.

Whining about whining?

Reaction from the nation to Nation of Whiners was swift.

“Not ‘ANOTHER’ network website,” whined Philadelphia Daily News cartoonist . “I can’t ‘STAND’ network websites.”

Race Point Productions President Robert R. Frump, a web and strategic content consultant, said “Ms. Wilkinson ‘ALWAYS’ says stuff like that.” The site was launched, he said, because there was never anything good on television.

“It’s the SAME old stuff over and over again,” Frump said. “Cable is doing shark attacks and the Jon Benet Ramsey murder…AGAIN.”

Frump also said he was bored by the perfect weather in the Northeast the last several days. “It’s not been too hot or too cold,” Frump said with an irritating sing-song quality to his voice. “There’s even a little bit of rain every evening, just enough so I don’t have to water the lawn or the garden. It’s TORTURE.”

The site is open to all whiners without reservation or censorship.

“I’d like to say we serve no whine until it’s time,” he said. “but dammit, it IS time.”

The site is not sponsored by Gramm and has no connection to the former senator. It is not intended to criticize Mr. Gramm, but merely provide an outlet for what appears to be pent-up national whining, a dangerous condition that can lead to voting in great numbers. The site is not affiliated with any political party or movement, but, God, one does wish sometimes there was ‘SOMEBODY’ out there in politics one could trust.

Frump has most of the domain names registered for nationofwhiners, but noted that www.nationofwhiners.com is owned by an unknown party. The url refers visitors to the John McCain website.

“I think that’s ‘REALLY’ unfair,” Frump said.

Interested parties can sign up for Nation of Whiners by going to www.nationofwhiners.ning.com.

This entry was posted in News on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

Google To Shut Its Doors in Dallas-Ft Worth

The board of the Dallas/Fort Worth Search Engine Marketing Association (DFWSEM) is perplexed at the recent announcement that Google would soon close its Dallas sales location.

“Bottom line, North Texas is a great place to do search engine marketing. We believe it’s the best place in the country to do search marketing,” said Tony Wright, Vice-President and spokesman for DFWSEM. “According to our internal survey at DFWSEM, our members represent more than $100 million spent annually in search engine advertising, and much of that money goes to Google. And while our membership is large, it’s only a fraction of the actual amount being spent or allocated from the Dallas/Fort Worth area. I just don’t think the guys in Mountain View have ever been to Dallas and don’t know what they are missing.”

DFWSEM is currently the largest local search organization of its kind in the world, with close to 300 members and a four year history of providing networking and education for some of the brightest minds in the search engine marketing industry. According to a 2007 members survey, the group is responsible for the allocation of more than $100 million in search media dollars annually. DFWSEM considers this a very conservative estimate of the North Texas search engine advertising spend, and reflects a selected number of local corporate and agency spends, and does not take into account the vast number of small to medium sized businesses with substantial search budgets.

“In Dallas we have more industry leading search engine marketers than any market outside of New York City,” said Wright. “With all of the brand power, brain power and money that is controlled in Dallas, it is absolutely a mystery to me why Google would choose to close this office. Not to mention that Dallas is the absolute best choice for a Southern office because of the ease and cost-effectiveness of traveling anywhere in the country in less than 4 hours.”

DFWSEM members are proud to have worked with the competent and friendly team of Google sales professionals that will soon be forced to make the decision to either leave Dallas or leave Google.

“Our association members have worked with many different vertical Google sales offices across the country, and the general consensus is that the Dallas Google office was one of the best, if not the best team to work with,” said Rob Garner, DFW SEM president. “The Dallas Google office has supported the association and the North Texas search industry from the beginning, and their presence will be greatly missed.”

In order to show our appreciation, all current Google members are invited to attend the DFWSEM’s quarterly meeting on July 16 at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson, Texas for a night of networking and education. There will be many search engine marketers present that are sure to have opportunities for those Googlers that choose to stay in Dallas.

This entry was posted in Hotels, News and tagged New York on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

Kimbell Art Museum to Open Shop in New Omni Fort Worth Hotel

The Omni Fort Worth Hotel and the internationally acclaimed Kimbell Art Museum have finalized a partnership that will give the Kimbell Art Museum Shop a second home at the new luxury hotel, opening in downtown in January 2009. The new Kimbell Art Museum Shop will feature art quality books, jewelry, decorative items and gifts, as well as the comprehensive Kimbell Handbook, which showcases more than 260 works of art and the museum's exhibition catalogs.

“Omni Hotels and the Kimbell Art Museum both seek to provide an exceptional, memorable experience for locals and visitors in Fort Worth,” said Ed Netzhammer, regional vice president of operations and general manager of the Omni Fort Worth Hotel. “We are excited to collaborate closely with an organization of the caliber of the Kimbell in order to further serve as the 'living room of Fort Worth' and be an essential downtown springboard to our city's spectacular cultural venues.”

The Omni Fort Worth Hotel and the Kimbell team are closely working together to design the layout of the Kimbell Art Museum Shop. The store, which will be located on the ground level of the hotel, will be jointly run by the Omni and Kimbell organizations. In addition to the Kimbell's merchandise, Omni will offer other memorabilia, accessories and items that reflect the city's unique culture.

Malcolm Warner, Kimbell Art Museum acting director, commented, “With Fort Worth tourism on the rise, the introduction of the new Omni Hotel is a great asset to our community. The new store will be the Kimbell's ambassador to downtown, encouraging visitors to come to the Cultural District and see the museum itself. That's why it will be a vital presence for us. We are delighted to be involved in this partnership with the Omni Fort Worth Hotel.”

The Omni Fort Worth Hotel and the luxury residences which sit on top of the hotel, 1301 Throckmorton, continue to reach into the Fort Worth skyline. The 1301 Throckmorton Omni Residences construction began this past May and the building is expected to be topped this September.

This entry was posted in Hotels, News on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

Don't Throw Away That Old Lottery Ticket! Says Pizza Grande

What can you do with a loosing one dollar lottery ticket? How about getting your money back! That's right, Pizza Grande Restaurants in Plantation, Davie and Margate are offering $1 off toward the purchase of any pizza, sub, chicken wings or meal with each old lottery ticket. This promotional campaign comes along at a time where every dollar counts! You can take advantage and bring as many tickets as you want, one ticket per pizza, sub, chicken wings or meal. This limited time offer is good for eat in, pick up or delivery.

Since 1979, the great success and reputation of Pizza Grande's authentic Italian specialties is why it soon will become a national chain with more fine restaurants opening in the near future.

Pizza Grande has plans for more unique $1 off specials in the future, so be ready to “save a buck” while enjoying authentic Italian food made with the freshest ingredients. $1 off with old lottery ticket at any of these Pizza Grande locations:

Grande Pizza Company Grande Pizza and Subs
8970 Cleary blvd. 8373 west Sunrise Blvd
Plantation, Fl 33324 Plantation, Fl 33324

Annie's Pizza Esposito's Pizza
2524 North State road 7 2221 South University Dr.
Margate, Fl 33063 Davie, Fl 33324

This entry was posted in News on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

Hottest Websites for Men

The editors at PartyDigest.com decided to dive into the sea of men’s interest magazine websites and surface with the top five best catches based on visual appeal/design, functionality and usefulness of information. Clearly, some publishers pour more money into their digital extensions than others, so we tried to look at all men’s magazine sites, not just the “big fish”. Here’s what we came up with:

1. Esquire.com “There is nothing that can be marketed that cannot be better marketed using the voice of James Earl Jones,” reads Esquire Rule #154 as the ever-changing rules scroll across the top of the screen. Need we say more? Esquire’s clever tone and full but organized site is a perfect compliment to the print.

In addition to the aforesaid ticker of stereotypical male musings, the site also boasts several dynamic micro-sites, including “Best Bars in America,” “The Cube,” and “Best Dressed Contest.” 2. Complex.com The brainchild of urban fashion mogul Marc Ecko, Complex.com is a great site for fashion-savvy young men as well as (semi) regular Joes. With a section exclusively dedicated to sneakers, Ecko is targeting a smaller sect within the male demographic as if it were mainstream, which we find to be deliciously bold.

City Guide and Entertainment pages help Complex readers see beyond the clothing racks.

3. ESPN: The Magazine (Through Espn.go.com) Representing such a sizeable print publication online can easily lead to a cluttered homepage, the sports giant gives its featured content some much-needed breathing room and stunning graphic appeal.
- At the very top of the page (even above the featured stories) is a nifty world map with icons that expand into recent news stories and videos—a seamless combination of intuitive design and external linkage. 4. Men’s Health.com
A site that features physical/mental wellness tips, men’s relationship advice and a style guide is a rare breed indeed, but if anyone can pull it off it’s Rodale. The site draws in readers not only with its standalone articles but its wealth of regular feature sections and quick tips. Menshealth.com doesn’t even need to flex to show us that it’s in really great shape.
- Featuring one free new exercise video daily (with no pre-roll), the site as a whole is both expedient and relevant to today’s health-conscious man. 5. GQ (Men.style.com/gq) GQ’s site is equally as multifaceted the print mag, but with stories organized by category and content previews on the homepage. The best part about the site is fonts/colors that pop and sexy visual appeal. The stories themselves are thorough and diverse —but with a seemingly endless supply of practical advice columns. GQ is all about telling it’s readers how to become more GQ, which is simple branding perfection.

This entry was posted in News on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

Hottest Celebrity News and Photos – July 15, 2008

Khloe Kardashian sent to jail on probation break (AP)
15 Jul 2008 – 05:31

Khloe Kardashian’s next dose of reality will involve the county jail.

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Village People singer leaves hospital after surgery (Reuters)
15 Jul 2008 – 04:28

Victor Willis, the original lead singer of disco-era band the Village People, was released from a San Diego hospital on Monday after vocal cord surgery and said he could resume singing within months.

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Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman end romance (AP)
15 Jul 2008 – 02:26

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman have broken up, their publicists said Monday. “Jimmy and Sarah have no further comment,” Kimmel’s spokesman Lewis Kay told The Associated Press, confirming the split that was first reported on Vanity Fair magazine’s Web site.

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Miss USA offers humor and philosophy about fall (AP)
15 Jul 2008 – 01:08

Miss USA has learned a simple lesson from her humiliating tumble during the Miss Universe pageant Â— the second year in a row the American contestant has taken a spill. Now she may even be on the leaked online photos of celebrities at this site Fappening Part 3 Celebrity Hacked Photos – Ximage.

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Celebrity Profiles of the Week

Pamela Anderson
Angelina Jolie
Katie Price
Eva Mendes

More Entertainment & Celebrity News

“Hancock” still hot at foreign box office
15 Jul 2008 – 03:57

“Hancock” led the foreign box office for a second weekend, earning a huge $70.4 million from 67 markets, according to final data issued Monday. read full story

Brazil “Elite Squad” director puts lens on poor
15 Jul 2008 – 01:23

Jose Padilha, whose movie “The Elite Squad” depicted Rio de Janeiro’s violent, corrupt cops, turns his camera toward another form of injustice in a new documentary about poverty in Brazil’s northeast. read full story

Enrique Iglesias, Aventura team for tour
15 Jul 2008 – 01:03

In an unlikely pop and tropical alliance, Spanish pop star Enrique Iglesias is teaming up with New York-based urban/bachata trio Aventura for a U.S. tour. read full story

IUPUI says sorry to janitor scolded over KKK book
15 Jul 2008 – 00:51

A janitor whom a university official had accused of racial harassment for reading a historical book about the Ku Klux Klan on his break has gotten an apology Â— months later Â— from the school. read full story

‘The Two and Only’ Closes Early in London; Jay Johnson Blogs the Blues (Playbill)
15 Jul 2008 – 00:24

Playbill – The Tony Award-winning specialty play, The Two and Only, which opened at the Arts Theatre in London on July 2, following previews from June 25, closed July 13, earlier than expected. read full story

‘Hellboy’ stokes box office with $34.5 million
15 Jul 2008 – 00:22

“Hellboy II: The Golden Army” caught box-office heat with a $34.5 million debut, while Eddie Murphy flopped as his comedy “Meet Dave” opened with just $5.3 million. read full story

This entry was posted in News and tagged New York on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

NBC4 Launches NBC Washington Traffic Cam

NBC4 has partnered with 3rd Dimension, Inc. to launch today NBC Washington Traffic Cam, a free service* for mobile phone users providing live, up-to-the-second traffic video and information for Washington, D.C.; Northern Virginia; and suburban Maryland.

NBC Washington Traffic Cam is designed to help millions of daily commuters view traffic tie-ups on their mobile devices before beginning their commutes. With access to a network of 450+ live roadside cameras, the service can help data-enabled cell phone users plan their commutes more carefully and avoid gridlock areas. This advertising-supported service is powered by Mobileyes software from 3rd Dimension.

“Washington area traffic is consistently ranked among the worst in the nation,” said Michael Jack, president and general manager of NBC4. “We're pleased to provide this useful service to help our viewers save time and ease frustration while they're on the road.”

To download the application, commuters should click on the NBC Washington Traffic Cam link at www.NBC4.com or by calling 1-877-NBC-DC03 (877-622-3203). A text message is then sent to the user, who can click on the link to download and install the application.

Once installed, users can view more than 450 roadside traffic camera displays that are operated by the Maryland State Highway Administration, the Virginia Department of Transportation, Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation, City of Fairfax (VA) Department of Public Works and the D.C. Department of Transportation in association with TrafficLand, Inc.

Selecting cameras is simple and user-friendly. Freeways, highways and city streets of interest are available with full motion video or up-to-the-second still photos. As an added bonus, favorite routes can be stored and accessed quickly with a push of a single button.

“Mobile phones are everywhere and have become an indispensable tool in our personal and professional lives,” said Eric Joseph, president, 3rd Dimension. “Washington Traffic Cam, built on the Mobileyes software platform, puts a simple to use, on-demand traffic advisory service in the palm of your hand.”

The NBC Washington Traffic Cam application is compatible with data enabled phones on the Sprint, Verizon Wireless, AT&T and T-Mobile networks, and includes popular smartphones such as the BlackBerry, Palm Treo and the Motorola Q.

This entry was posted in News and tagged Maryland, Virginia on December 21, 2013 by Chuck Gregory.

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