Online Movie Community moviespeople.com boasts Movie Reviews, Movie News and Chat
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July 23, 2009 – We all know that the internet boasts a wealth of information about our favourite movies, and thanks to the net just about everyone can have access to an encyclopaedic knowledge of movies and TV shows from the very first time moving pictures made it onto to film to today’s latest multimillion dollar blockbusters.
But perhaps it’s that word ‘Encyclopaedic’ that’s the problem. Having all that information laid in front of you might be useful if you’re trying to prove that a certain film had a certain actor in it, or that the guy you just saw in CSI was also an extra in an episode of Friends, but that’s about it. The one thing these sites lack is any sense of a community; a touch of the joy that is associated with not only looking at facts and figures of your favourite movies but connecting with people who feel the same way about them.
That’s where online movie community site, Moviespeople.com, comes in. The name displays the ethos behind the entire site; that movies are great, but it’s the people that love the movies that make the real magic. The site celebrates the best (and worst) shows and movies and their diehard and casual fans It’s ideal for people who would rather visit on single, comprehensive site rather than join fan pages and email groups for hundreds of different television shows and emails.
Even better, Moviespeople.com isn’t run by corporations or marketing companies designed to get you spending as much as possible on cinema tickets and DVD boxsets. Its run by the people who actually care about the shows and all the content is added by users, so you can get a real impression of a program or movie from visit the site.
You can find recommendations for new shows and films that you might enjoy based on your preferences and there’s a huge wealth of movie reviews written by everyone from entertainment junkies to casual movie goers so you’ll get a range of opinions which can help you find out what best to spend your hard earned money on and avoid disappointment. With moviespeople.com though, you don’t have to just be a casual observer. You can create your own fan pages or contribute to the pages of others and share your own videos, photos and comments with other users.
These groups are run entirely by the community, so if you’ve ever dreamed of making a website about your favourite show, film or celebrity but haven’t had the technical ability, Moviespeople.com allows you to make it happen.
Moviespeople.com takes everything great about the movies and combines it with everything great about social networking to create something brand new and worth checking out for any fan of the cinema or TV.
About MoviesPeople.com:
For further information please contact:
E: info@moviespeople.com
http://www.moviespeople.com
AAA: Motorists need to be cautious about driving through Work Zones
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AAA: Motorists need to be cautious about driving through Work Zones
Washington, July 8 2009 - This year’s summer driving season could well mean increased construction activity due to extra funding for transportation projects. The nation’s largest motoring organization the AAA has warned users to use caution when driving through and approaching these work zones. The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will mean that states and highways across the country will see major regeneration and building work leading to an increased number of workzones and construction work.
“It’s important for the driving public to be aware of the increased construction activity and to adjust to changing driving conditions and work zones when they encounter them, especially during this peak travel period.” Comment Robert L. Darbelnet, AAA President and CEO.
835 people were killed last year in work zone related accidents and it’s estimate that the vast majority (80%) of deaths are motorists themselves, not construction workers. The Federal Highway Administration has warned motorists to expect a work zone on average every 100 miles while travelling on the national highway system.
Staying Safe
The AAA recommends a few simple tips to avoid problems when coming into contact with these work zones.
- Plan your journey in advance to minimise your contact with work zones entirely. Not only can this provide you added safety but it could also save hours off your journey times as you can also avoid any associated traffic problems. The AA TripTik(R) Travel Planner is free for all users and stays up to date with all the latest traffic and travel news.
- Stay Alert – Keeping aware of your situation while driving through a work zone is incredibly important, as is obeying the directions of any member of the emergency services and road crew flaggers. As always, a minimal distraction environment both inside and outside of the vehicle is advised.
- Slow down - Reducing your speed can help you react more easily to problems on a work site. Almost all construction sites will have been reduced in work zones while workers are present, but as well as obeying whatever the temporary speed limit may be, it’s also wise to maintain a safe distance between construction equipment and other road users.
About the American Automobile Associati
The AAA is the largest leisure travel and motoring organization in the United States, providing over 51 million members with travel insurance and automotive related services. The not for profit organization was founded over 100 years ago and is the national leader in road safety and security for all American road users.
For further information please contact:
Troy Green
1000 AAA Drive, MS 75
Heathrow, FL 32746
Ph (407) 444-8000
70% of UK Organisations hit by data breaches in the last year
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70% of UK Organisations hit by data breaches in the last year
LONDON, July 8 2009 - PGP Corporation, a global leader in business data protection and encryption has announced the results of the Ponemon Institutes third annual study into encryption trends in the UK. The study polled 615 enterprises and PSOs and has found that 70% of organisations have been the victims of at least one data breach over the last year, while 12% admitted to having more than five breaches in the same timeframe. Less than half (43%) of these breaches were actually announced to the public.
Of all the various industries the public sector suffered the most data loss incidents (3.38 per organisation) followed by financial services (3.11 per organisation), the education sector (2.73), private healthcare and pharmaceutical firms (2.65) and professional services (2.52). Media, Defence and Entertainment sectors did better, all reporting 0 breaches.
The organisations suffering from data loss the most are the ones most likely to have ignored the idea of a companywide strategy for data encryption. This is evident in the 12% of business to have suffered more than five losses – none of whom have any kind of strategy in place to combat the attacks.
The number of attacks is up around 60% from last year. Dr Larry Ponemon, Chairman of the Ponemon Institute commented:
“While the number of breaches is growing, there is increasing appetite for solutions that can alleviate the costly and time consuming task of managing encryption keys across the whole of the organisation. On the whole, UK businesses are looking closely at platform-based encryption solutions – with built in key management capabilities – rather than point solutions supplied by multiple vendors. This doesn’t just make sense from a management or cost point of view.”
Recent research also conducted by the Ponemon Institute has found that the average data breach in the UK costs around 1.7 million pounds.
“This study underlines the critical importance of implementing an encryption strategy that encompasses all aspects of an organisation’s data, not to just meet privacy or data security regulations but to also protect against brand damage and loss of customer.” said Philip Dunkelburger, CEO and President of PGP Corporation.
About PGP Corporati
PGP Corporation provides email and data encryption software for enterprise data protection. The PGP encryption platform offers applications which allow organisations to meet their current security needs as well as giving them the ability to expand in the future as their security needs evolve. The company provides solutions for a range of products and services including email, laptops, desktops, IM, Smartphones, network storage, file transfers and backups.
For further information please contact:
Analyst and Media Contacts for PGP Corporati
Claire Ayles / Ben Roberts
Johnson King
+44 (0) 20 7401 7968
pgpteam@johnsonking.co.uk
UK Franking Machine Trials- Website Launched To Promote 30 days Free Franking Machine Trials
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United Kingdom, 3rd July, 2009 – A new website has been launched to promote the availability of Franking Machines to UK businesses, on a 30 day free trial period.
The website, http://www.frankingmachinesuppliers.com gives details or franking machine trials to UK small businesses. The site explains that the use of a franking machine can actually save a business money, by avoiding postal ‘wastage’ by over stamping.
Users of franking machines, the site explains, can also get a discounted rate on 1st and 2nd class post, and on parcels, helping franking machine users save even more money.
It has been said that user fo the machines can save as much as 20% on their postage costs.
Buy Franking Machines
A spokesperson from frankingmachinesuppliers.com is quited as saying that:
If you are interested in trying out a franking machine, there is no need to go out and buy one, savvy small business owners are clicking on the banners on our site to get a completely free, no obligations trial of an excellent small business franking machine. If after 30 days, the business decides it doesn’t like the machine, or can’t save money with it (which is unlikely!) the provider can be asked to collect the machine, at no cost whatsoever to the business! – It’s a no brainer really!)”
Contact frankingmachinesuppliers.com.
http://www.frankingmachinesuppliers.com
Urban Land Institute Announces New Chairman
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Urban Land Institute Announces New Chairman
WASHTINGON, July 1, 2009 - The global non-profit organisation the Urban Land Institute (ULI) has today announced that Jeremy Newsum will become the new Chairman for the 70 year old institute. Newsum will serve as the chairman of ULI on a voluntary basis until this two year term ends in 2001.
Newsum is the Executive Trustee of the Grosvenor Estate, a portfolio of businesses and estates including Grosvenor, which is an international properly group with assets of over $20 billion and interests around the world including London, Europe, Asia and Australia.
Newsum himself is 53 and has been a member of the ULI for over ten years. He lives in Cambridge, England and believes that his status as a British citizen will help further the goals of the ULI as an international organisation.
“My hope is that I, as a non-American, can help further promote the idea of ULI being international, and that I can act as a bridge between the Americas, Europe and Asia to stimulate a greater exchange of ideas and information.” said Newsum.
Newsum plans to continue the emphasis on the four key goals of the ULI, namely:
- Sustainability
- Connecting Infrastructure
- Workforce Housing
- Capital Markets
CEO of ULI Worldwide Richard Rosan believes that Newsum’s vast knowledge on international land use will be an “invaluable asset” to the organisati “Jeremy recognizes that urban regions worldwide are dealing with many of the same issues related to growth, such as population and demographic shifts, urbanization, and providing adequate housing and infrastructure,” he commented.
“He takes a very holistic, comprehensive approach to the land use business, and this will serve ULI very well as the economy works its way through the recession and beyond.”
About the Urban Land Institute (ULI): As a nonprofit organisation he Urban Land Institute is dedicated to education and research, funding entirely by its members. Its primary mission is providing leadership in responsible use of land to create and sustain worldwide communities. The Institute was established over 70 years ago and now enjoys a membership of over 35,000 people worldwide.
For further information please contact:
1025 Thomas Jefferson Street, N.W.
Suite 500 West
Washington, D.C. 20007
Phone: 202-624-7000
Fax: 202-624-7140
http://www.uli.or
Fandango: Harry Potter Advance Tickets are Soaring
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Fandango: Harry Potter Advance Tickets are Soaring
LOS ANGELES, July 1st - Despite not opening for nearly another two weeks in US theatres, the advance ticket sales for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince are amazingly strong, with ticket and entertainment site Fandango reporting that sales of the film are currently amounting to 28% of overall sales on the site.
The site has also surveyed around 2,000 people planning to see the new Harry Potter film with these results:
- Only a third of the respondents are children – a full half are between 18-34 years old
- 40% plan to see the film in both standard cinemas and in the IMAX format
- 86% have read all the Harry Potter books while 83% have seen of the films in a theatre.
- Around half have stated the release date change from November 2008 to July 2009 has not affect their interest in the film, while around a third (32%) are even more excited than they were before.
People buying tickets for the film via Fandango will also now received a free download of the song ‘Friends and Love’ which is feature on the soundtrack of the film itself. You can find details of the promotion at: www.fandango.com/promo/harrypotter.
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince is based off the sixth Harry Potter book of the same name. The film is 153 minutes long making it the fourth longest of the series.
About Fandango:
Selling tickets to more than 16,000 movie screens across America, Fandango is the top movie and entertainment destination on the internet today. The site allows users to quickly select a film and book tickets in advance, choosing their own time and date for the performance. The service is available at http://www.fandango.com and through 1-800-FANDANGO. Fandango is a unit of Comcast Interactive Media.
For further information please contact:
harry.medved@fandango.com
http://www.fandango.com