Apr 27
2011

Hewlett Packard is reaching out to enterprise CIOs this week with the following message: Weve got a services portfolio that will not only help you keep your job, but also put you in line for hefty raises down the road.

On Monday, the Palo Alto, Calif.-computing giant launched HP Strategic IT Advisory Services, a set of offerings that includes guidance and planning for cloud computing, enterprise architecture and service management. In addition to helping CIOs wield IT as a competitive advantage, HP says its services can reduce IT costs, boost ROI and respond more quickly to changing business needs.

This is important because enterprise CIOs compensation is increasingly being pegged to their ability to generate growth and revenue from IT investments. HP cited research from Gartner that shows by the year 2016, this will also one of the primary selection criteria for new CIOs.

When CIOs are measured against enterprise objectives, they look for partners to help them craft and implement their technology strategy, Arthur Filip, vice president and general manager of HP Technology Consulting, said in a statement.

HP didnt use the term trusted advisor in announcing HP Strategic IT Advisory Services, but thats the role HP is looking to play for enterprise CIOs. Although HP channel partners are capable of delivering these services, for the time being HP is delivering them in-house through its Technology Consulting division.

Cloud computing is a huge area of focus for HP at the moment, and the new portfolio includes services that help businesses gauge their readiness for the cloud and also get up to speed on the ins and outs of services delivery. For companies that are considering MA activity, HP also offers planning and IT integration services.

HP in January launched a private cloud infrastructure-as-a-service thats delivered from its data centers. HPs Cloud Enablement Program gives partners financial incentives to build their own cloud service delivery platforms using HPs Converged Infrastructure portfolio.

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Apr 26
2011

You cant have Four Loko anymore in certain states, but why not give Snoop Doggs “Blast by Colt 45″ a try?

Yes, thats right. Snoop Doggy Dogg has endorsed an alcoholic energy drink – marketed as a “binge in a can.” But its not all fun and games. Politicians and advocacy groups are outraged over its 12% alcoholic content level, urging the product to either be taken off shelves or changed.

(More on TIME.com: See the top 10 most ridiculously strong drinks)

State officials led by Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan wrote a letter to Pabst Brewing Company, the maker of the fruit-flavored beverage, claiming the product glamorizes alcohol abuse and binge drinking.

Alcohol abuse among young people is a serious and alarming epidemic, Madigan said in the letter.

But, of course, the beer company responded to all of the criticism. Pabst told CNN:

“Blast is only meant to be consumed by those above legal drinking age. As with all Pabst products, our marketing efforts for Blast are focused on conveying the message of drinking responsibly. To that end, the alcohol content of Blast is clearly marked on its packaging.

And to the put the alcoholic content in perspective, consuming the 23.5-ounce can is equivalent to drinking an entire six-pack of beer. Its no wonder an ad for the brew featuring Snoop claims, “What a blast, huh!?”

(More on TIME.com: Alcoholic energy drinks keep wreaking havoc)

For now, the fate of the drink is unknown, but Pabst can be sure that college fraternity boys will start buying out its stock in droves before its too late.

(via Huffington Post and Gawker)

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Apr 26
2011

BASKING RIDGE, NJ, and COLUMBIA, Md., April 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Verizon Wireless and BoxTone, the expert in proactive Mobile Service Management (MSM) software, today announced that Verizon Wireless enterprise customers can now leverage BoxTones full lifecycle mobile management platform to secure, manage, monitor and support the leading mobile devices, users, applications and services.

Verizon Wireless and BoxTone set the foundation to address todays enterprise mobility challenges while strategically preparing the mobile environment for future expansion and requirements. Qualifying enterprises may be eligible to add BoxTones software license cost directly to their Verizon Wireless bills.

As enterprises aggressively mobilize their businesses with many brands of devices, it is critical that they have greater insight and control of their mobile environments, said Mark Bartolomeo, vice president, global enterprise marketing, Verizon Wireless. BoxTones holistic business approach represents a trusted solution to manage the entire mobile ecosystem.

Verizon Wireless customers gain access to a comprehensive solution that goes far beyond Mobile Device Management (MDM), which is traditionally limited to the initial activation, provisioning, configuration and change tasks for a device. BoxTone takes the process further and delivers a unified mobile management platform that provides the enterprise a single point of control to address the full mobile lifecycle. The supported smartphone and tablet devices include BlackBerry, iPhone, iPad, Android and Windows Mobile/Phone 7. Mobile messaging platforms are also supported, including BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Microsoft ActiveSync and Good Technology.

Enterprises have realized that a strategic mobile service management platform must go beyond basic MDM to address the entire mobility management challenge, said Alan Snyder, chief executive officer, BoxTone. With BoxTone, Verizon Wireless offers enterprises a one-stop shop which facilitates customer success and enables widespread expansion of mobile devices, applications and services in the enterprise.

Verizon Wireless offers the most reliable network for customers across a variety of industries, from financial services, government, utilities, manufacturing, construction, professional services, healthcare, retail and others, which keeps their organizations running at top speeds today and for the future.

BoxTones MSM platform addresses the full mobile lifecycle including Mobile Device Management, Mobile Support Management, Mobile Operations Management and Mobile Business Management. BoxTones software is used by 40 of the Fortune 100 companies to provide mobile device, support, operations and business management across more than 800,000 mobile users, devices and applications.

Verizon Wireless and BoxTone will be exhibiting together at the BlackBerry World 2011 conference (Booth 109), May 3-5, at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Fla. For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services for business, please visit www.verizonwireless.com/business. For more information about BoxTones solutions, go to www.boxtone.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nations fastest, most advanced 4G network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 104 million total wireless connections, including more than 88 million retail customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, NJ, with 85,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About BoxTone

With more than 800,000 devices under management, BoxTones proactive Mobile Service Management (MSM) platform is trusted by more than 320 of the worlds leading enterprises and government agencies, including 40 of the Fortune 100, to continuously maintain optimal mobile performance amp; security at the lowest cost and risk. BoxTones single unified mobile management platform powered by patented real-time automation technology addresses the entire mobile lifecycle: mobile device management, support management, operations management and business management. BoxTone delivers real-time centralized control of all mobile devices including BlackBerry, Apple iPhone and iPad, Google Android, Nokia Symbian and Windows Phone devices; mobile connectivity services including BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Microsoft ActiveSync and Good Technology; and enterprise mobile applications. Learn more from the expert in proactive Mobile Service Management and Mobile Device Management software solutions at www.boxtone.com, or call +1 410.910.3344.

BoxTone and the BoxTone logo are trademarks of BoxTone. All other product or company names mentioned are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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2011

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BOSTON (MarketWatch) — Pharmasset Inc. led drug stocks north early Thursday, as shares of the biotech firm jumped on an analyst upgrade.

Shares of Princeton, N.J.-based Pharmasset added 7% in morning trading. Early Thursday, analysts at Noble Financial upgraded the stock to buy from hold.

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Studies have shown that Provenge can help extend the lives of men with advanced prostate cancer for about four months, on average.

The product, which costs a reported $93,000 per course of treatment, was approved by U.S. regulators in 2010 after a protracted regulatory review.

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Apr 25
2011

Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) – The Las Vegas Fire Department responded to a fire early Saturday morning that destroyed one apartment and damaged 2 others.

The fire sparked inside an apartment on the 800 block of Hassell Avenue. This is near H Street and West Lake Mead Blvd.

Firefighter received multiple calls to911just after 5am Saturday morning. When crews arrived one of the three apartments in the building was fully involved. Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the fire and prevent it from spreading to the other two units.

Two people were home at the time of the fire. However, it is unknown who they are or where they went. Firefighters say they did not return to the scene during the incident.

The cause of the fire and the incident remains under investigation.

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Apr 25
2011

MISSION VIEJO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–FITT Highway Products, Inc. (OTCBB: FHWY) (the “Company”) has mitigated
nearly $1.9 million in debt during the calendar year 2010, including the
settlement of two significant lawsuits and the conversion of certain of
its convertible promissory notes.

Potential investors are requiring the Company to first compromise its
substantial debt at approximately $0.10 on the dollar before committing
to investing in its operations. FIT.T Energy Products Inc., the
Company’s non-affiliated operating partner, is in discussions with
several significant parties to help rollout the two-ounce energy shot
named “FITT Energy With Resveratrol” to the retail market while
leveraging joint marketing and branding.

Resveratrol is a natural substance found in the skin of red grapes and
is thought to promote weight loss and slow the aging process. The two
key amino acids are believed to provide benefits for muscle strength and
provide cardiovascular vasodilation. For further information about the
benefits of Resveratrol, please see the product studies on the National
Institutes of Health website at http://www.nih.gov/.

The two-ounce energy shot contains some exciting advantages:

  • Doctor developed formula
  • Incorporates L-Arginine, AKG Arginine (Amino Acids), Caffeine and
    Resveratrol for energy
  • Promoted by Warren Moon, NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback

A 60-second television commercial for the product may be viewed at www.throwafitt.com.
FITT Energy Products, Inc. expects to begin marketing a new label
design of “FITT Energy With Resveratrol” during the latter part of
the second quarter of 2011. The product is will also be endorsed by
several high-profile athletes and well-recognized doctors.

About FITT Highway Products, Inc.

FITT Highway Products, Inc. is a brand management Company which is in
the process of mitigating its debt in order to effectively pursue its
business plan. The Company has entered into an Operating Agreement with
FITT Energy Products Inc. to perform a majority of its operating
services, including among other things, selling, marketing, producing
and distributing the “FITT Energy Shot With Resveratrol”. FITT
Energy Products Inc. will pay the Company a royalty of $.05 for every
energy shot sold.

This document contains “forward-looking statements” related to future
events. Forward-looking statements often address our expected
future business and financial performance, and often contain words such
as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” or
“will.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address
matters that are uncertain. Particular uncertainties which could
adversely or positively affect our future results include: consumer
tastes, availability of production, liquidity, general economic
conditions, and the activities of competitors. These
uncertainties may cause our actual future results to be materially
different than those expressed in our forward-looking statements. We
do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements.

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Apr 24
2011

Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) A dangerous drive goes terribly wrong after a man falls and diesafter car surfing. Now, his brother could face charges since he was driving the car.

Police say the way Matthew Galvin was killed is part of an alarming trend that may be more common than you think. Although the car wasnt going very fast, North Las Vegas Police say the 20-year-old was knocked out when he fell onto the concrete.

He was rushed to UMC and pronounced dead early Tuesday morning.

He went to slip off. His brother hit the brakes so he wouldnt run him over. When he went to slip off, he hit his head, says Jaimie Leaper. I saw him immediately foaming around the mouth and start seizing.

As witnesses watched, the fun was instantly taken away for one of their neighbors, trying to maneuver something risky and daring in the neighborhood.

I feel bad for the brother that was driving too because at the same sense, he was saying, lsquo;Get off the car. Get off. The brother on the hood didnt want to listen to that, says Seco Christoper.

Trying to keep his balance, Matthew was reportedly facing the windshield of the Bronco as his 17-year-old brother stepped on the gas.

Its not the first time that kid has done it. Hes done it on multiple occasions, Seco continues.

Neighbor Jaimie Leaper claims she also saw a 14-year-old girl die from car surfing in Las Vegas just three years ago.

To be honest with you, kids do this, she says. I did this. So, I mean, people think its something kids dont do. If youre a parent, your kids probably do it and you dont know about it.

Witnesses say the Bronco was only traveling 10 to 15 miles an hour and made it about 100 yards down the road before it came to a stop. Those who saw the accident happen say the 20-year-old fell and hit his head onsome sort of smallsteel plate on the concrete.

I was shocked at how hard he hit the ground, Seco recalls.

The impact eventually proved deadly for the young man, who worked at a nearby North Las Vegas Auto Zone. Employees and friends broke into tears when they heard the news Tuesday.

Its heartbreaking, says Kwatsi Murray, a co-worker. When you (are) close to such people and you see them every day, you talk to him, you laugh and jokehellip; when theyre gone, youre going to miss him.

North Las Vegas Police say this is the second case of car surfing they responded to this year. The first reportedly resulted in a week-long stay in the ICU for a 16-year-old girl.

Police say in this latest case, the victims younger brother could face charges and even jail time.

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Apr 24
2011

Jerry Rice is soaking up the full tournament-host experience, especially talking to appreciative players.

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Apr 24
2011

Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) – A security guardwas shot at the Tuscany Casino nearFlamingo and Kovalfollowing an attempted robbery early Monday morning around 2:30 am.

Police say a woman in the casinowas approached by a Hispanic man wearing dark clothing as she was exiting the property. She says the gunman demanded her car keys and purse.

The security guard heard her call for help and intervened. Theguard, who was shot in the leg,was rushed to the hospital. He has since been treated andreleased.

The woman was uninjured. It is unknown how the gunman fled the scene.

Metro is still looking for the suspect. If you have any information about this crime, call police or Crime Stoppers at 385-5555.

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Apr 24
2011

Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) Two more school budget protests were held Thursday, raising the total to four just this week. But the scene at Silverado High School Thursday morning was much different than the ones earlier this week at Bonanza and Arbor View High Schools.

School administrators shut down the student protest before it even got started, and students were told to return to class or face truancy violations.

Rally organizers say they had an agreement in which students could demonstrate until 7:30 am. Staff, however, shut them down a half-hour early.

It makes me really angry, says junior Krista Rawson. We are just trying to help our school and they dont want our help.

In a similar fashion as the protests before them, Silverado students wanted to spread awareness about cuts to education and how detrimental they could be to their school and theiracademic futures.

Theyre cutting too much stuff, says sophomore Megan Mandel. They want to cut art, they want to cut down choir…

Reporter: Youre a senior. This wont affect you next year but you still care about the budget cuts?

Just because it doesnt affect me doesnt mean it doesnt matter, says Jaden Garlington. It should be probably attended by everybody. Its going to be a problem for the next generation, and the next generation is our future.

Students say they will be back with their message again on Friday and hope they have a little more time to sell it.

The Clark County School District staff at Silverado did follow school policy.

Statement from Governor Brian Sandovals office:

The Governor is glad students, parents, and teachers are participating in the process.He has proposed a difficult budget, which makes tough decisions and he understands that.The Governor appreciated the opportunity to meet with students representing higher education in his office when they came to Carson City and he looks forward to continuing to hear from all stakeholders.He also would encourage stakeholders to contact the school board and employee associations to share their concern about how final decisions are made, as specific cuts are ultimately made at the local level.

Statement from Senator Steven Horsfords office:

Students across the state are calling upon us in Carson City to put ideology aside and fund education.These students are counting on us to live up to our end of the bargain and allow them the opportunity to succeed. Although I cant make it to every rally, I want the students of Nevada to know they have an ally in Carson, and that I stand with them.

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