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Bush, Sharon and the Pecan-Smoked Beef Tenderloin (2005-04-13): So, we all know that Ariel Sharon finally scored an invite to President Bush's ranch in Crawford Texas.
Betty Cohen Named President and CEO of Lifetime Entertainment Services (2005-04-12): Betty Cohen, one of the most respected veteran cable television executives, has been named President and CEO of Lifetime Entertainment Services, it was announced today by Anne Sweeney, Co-chairman Media Networks, The Walt Disney Company and President, Disney-ABC Television Group, and by John Conomikes, Director, The Hearst Corporation and member of the Lifetime Management Committee.
Workers Feeling the Squeeze (2005-04-12): The Los Angeles Times leads today with a pithy little piece about how American workers are increasingly unable to afford the rising costs of gas, rent and food because of the stagnation of wages.
Poker Pro to Launch in July (2005-04-11): The first issue of Poker Pro Magazine will be available in major bookstore outlets and 90 airport newsstands nationwide on July 1, 2005.
Gannett Completes HomeTown Communications Acquisition (2005-04-11): Gannett Co.
Larry Kramer Named President, CBS Digital Media (2005-04-11): Larry Kramer has been named President, CBS Digital Media, it was announced by Leslie Moonves, Chairman, CBS and Co-President/Co-Chief Operating Officer, Viacom.
Cardinal Bernard Law Celebrates Mass (2005-04-11): What a slap in the face to Boston Catholics: Cardinal Bernard Law celebrated Mass in mourning for Pope John Paul II in St.
Senator Mel Martinez Fesses Up Over Infamous Schiavo Talking Points Memo (2005-04-07): The gig is up for Senator Mel Martinez (R-Florida); he finally admitted that it was his office that drafted the now infamous memo saying how great the Schiavo case could be for Republicans politically.
DVD Market Expected to Grow (2005-04-05): New digital delivery services are not likely to supplant the DVD business, but rather bring digital entertainment to people by adding either convenience or accessibility that complements what the "Packaged Goods" can provide, reports In-Stat.
Martha Stewart Redesigns Body + Soul (2005-04-05): Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
More Trouble for Tom DeLay (2005-04-05): Republican House Majority Leader Tom DeLay's troubles show no sign of ending any time soon.
Arianna Huffington Developing Blog Featuring Celebs and Media Insiders (2005-04-04): Ariana Huffington is developing a blog that will feature celebrities, media insiders and more. It will cover culture and politics.
Rodale and GoodTimes Announced Video Agreement (2005-04-04): Rodale Inc.
Primedia Adds Shows to Outdoors Group (2005-04-04): Primedia has announced the launch of four new cable television shows from its Outdoors Group.
Geoff Wild Joines E Ink Board (2005-04-04): E Ink Corporation, a developer and marketer of electronic paper display technology, has announced the appointment of Geoff Wild to its Board of Directors.
Supreme Court Protects IRA's (2005-04-04): In a piece of good news this morning, the Supreme Court has ruled that IRA's are protected from creditors in bankruptcy proceedings.
Primedia Names Brad Gerber Publisher of Automobile Magazine (2005-04-03): Primedia Inc.
Ken Beach Rejoins Ziff Davis Media (2005-04-03): Ziff Davis Media announced that Ken Beach has rejoined the Company as Senior Vice President of Corporate Sales.
New Report Analyzes Game Industry Leaders (2005-04-03): A new report, "Market Leaders in the Video Game and Interactive Entertainment Industry," released by DFC Intelligence takes a close look at the top publishers in the video game and interactive entertainment industry.
Tribune Publishing Named L.A. Times CEO, President and Publisher (2005-04-03): Tribune Publishing announced that Jeff Johnson, executive vice president/general manager of the Los Angeles Times, will become president, publisher and chief executive officer of the newspaper on June 1.