Home Security News
Etisalat demonstrate the latest Smart Home Technologies at CityScape 2008
Etisalat unveiled its wide portfolio of services targeting High-End real estate developments, with a focus on end-to-end integrated real estate services, as well as the latest integrated smart home solutions, intelligent office and community technologies. (Mon, 12 May 2008 12:44:29 GMT)
RCN Launches InGrid Home Security Services Trial
BERWYN, Pa. & HERNDON, Va.----InGrid, Inc., the leading innovator and developer of digital, wireless home security services, today announced that RCN Corporation , a leading provider of digital television, data, and voice services to residential, business and commercial/carrier customers, will launch a six-month trial of InGrid Home Security services to new and existing customers in the Chicago ... (Mon, 12 May 2008 12:30:00 GMT)
Remote access app catches crook
Iain Thomson, vnunet.com , Monday 12 May 2008 at 10:56:00 Laptop camera takes snapshot of burglar Two thieves have been arrested after the owner of an Apple laptop used a remote access technology to identify the culprits.... > Read the full article (Mon, 12 May 2008 11:25:52 GMT)
Sheriff's Office Man admits stealing money for drugs
SILVER SPRING SHORES A 26 year old man said he robbed a Baseline Road convenience store with a drywall hatchet early Sunday to buy drugs, Marion County Sheriff's Office investigators reported. (Mon, 12 May 2008 10:09:02 GMT)
Remote access app catches crook
Two thieves have been arrested after the owner of an Apple laptop used a remote access technology to identify the culprits. (Mon, 12 May 2008 10:00:03 GMT)
Regional News Briefs
Milwaukee man found shot to deathA 30-year-old Milwaukee man was found shot to death early Sunday in the 1400 block of W. Lincoln Ave., Milwaukee police said. (Mon, 12 May 2008 03:06:14 GMT)
The Life Atomic
ROGERS — In the months following the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, many Americans found themselves looking over their shoulders with regularity. (Benton County Daily Record) (Sun, 11 May 2008 12:28:12 GMT)
Spencer deciding on selectmen, override
SPENCER - Voters will head to the polls Tuesday to choose two new selectmen from a pool of five candidates and to decide whether to spend $528,371 on a Proposition 2-1/2 override. (Sun, 11 May 2008 11:08:49 GMT)
QVC works to market itself as an upscale outlet
Fashion designer Chloe Dao easily plays to the QVC studio cameras, making it seem as if hawking clothes on live TV at 1 a.m. is as natural to her as stitching a hem. In a yellow blouse with polka dots, she chats easily with QVC host Jacque Gonzales about her Simply. Chloe Dao line to get the phones to light up with buyers. (Sun, 11 May 2008 07:39:59 GMT)
FBI: Police abuse probe continues
HOBART | The FBI's investigation into police abuse claims by a Hobart family has not been concluded, FBI spokeswoman Wendy Osborne said. (Sun, 11 May 2008 05:48:43 GMT)
Anti-crime week starts in village
A week of extra police patrols and advice surgeries aims to tackle crime in a Nottinghamshire village. (Sat, 10 May 2008 14:59:08 GMT)
Jazz gets its home security, tops L.A.
Carlos Boozer broke out of his slump with 27 points and tied his career playoff-high with 20 rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 104-99 victory over Los Angeles on Friday night, cutting the Lakers' lead in the series to 2-1. It was the Lakers' first loss this postseason. Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinal is Sunday at Utah. The win made the home teams 11-0 in the four conference ... (Sat, 10 May 2008 12:30:41 GMT)
Volunteer Opportunities: South Edition
Volunteers to help children in kindergarten through fourth grade with their reading skills. (Sat, 10 May 2008 10:17:35 GMT)
Military Mom's Trip Funds Stolen
SAN ANTONIO -- A planned family reunion for a mother and her son who's currently serving in Iraq is in jeopardy after thieves broke into her home Monday. (Sat, 10 May 2008 03:07:03 GMT)
Biometric Safes offer finger activated access control.
Approved by NRA that has passed United States Test Laboratory (USTL) test, smartTOUCH bioVAULT is rugged, heavy duty safe that requires its owner to first scan finger before vault can be opened. smartTOUCH bioBOX is smaller, portable version of bioVAULT that can be used as cash box or personal effects security device. This story is related to the following: Material Handling and Storage ... (Fri, 09 May 2008 12:36:02 GMT)
Electronic door opens only for your pet
Pet doors are great -- except when they let raccoons or burglars in. (Fri, 09 May 2008 08:16:33 GMT)
How Can We Improve Code Signing?
Opinion: An effort to develop standards to make it more effective and meaningful is under way.... Six Sigma Certification 100% Online-Six Sigma Certificate from Villanova - Find Out More Now. (Fri, 09 May 2008 06:48:10 GMT)
Wireless home security lets you check in from afar
As a police officer in southern Florida, Greg Varley was dispatched to investigate as many as 10 false alarms a day at residents' homes. He was frustrated to discover that most people didn't disarm their security systems properly. (Fri, 09 May 2008 05:20:48 GMT)
More News
The Home Builder Registration Unit, a division of the Maryland Attorney General’s Office, suspended McDaniels’ license Tuesday, citing him with taking money from at least 13 consumers and then failing to begin or complete construction of the homes, pay subcontractors, enroll homes in new home security plans or refund money customers paid his company. (Fri, 09 May 2008 03:09:35 GMT)
Etisalat presents new portfolio of advanced services at CityScape 2008
e-Real Estate, eFacilities Management, Special Projects (subsidiaries of Etisalat Services), as well as UTT and eVision, are exhibiting for the second time at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center from 13th and 15th May 2008 (stand 1H30). (Thu, 08 May 2008 11:45:06 GMT)
Dann's campaign fund to undergo routine audit
COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann used his campaign fund for items big and small last year — everything from $33,753 in security equipment and $1,170 for lawn and pool work at his house to a 35-cent charge at a McDonald's in Ravenna. (Thu, 08 May 2008 05:06:41 GMT)
Security Window Film Touted for Crime Prevention
The weak economy has some turning to crime to make end's meet and some residents are fighting back with a new kind of home security system. Reporter Calvert Collins has the details. (Wed, 07 May 2008 22:11:41 GMT)
Airport shut, at least 10 injured as mobs do battle in capital
At least 10 people, including two soldiers, were injured on Wednesday after a General Labor Confederation (GLC) strike which was meant to protest the government's economic policies turned violent, leading to the blocking of roads and armed clashes in several parts of Beirut. (Wed, 07 May 2008 21:02:23 GMT)
It's Happening - East York
YEARLY SPRING BAZAAR, Dentonia Park United Church, 107 Dawes Rd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gifts, one-of-a-kind items, jewelry, home baking, tea room, Sunday School table, plants; refreshments available. Visit www.dpuc.org. (Wed, 07 May 2008 20:45:33 GMT)
It's Happening - East York
Saturday, May 10 YEARLY SPRING BAZAAR, Dentonia Park United Church, 107 Dawes Rd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gifts, one-of-a-kind items, jewelry, home baking, tea room, Sunday School table, plants; refreshm... (Wed, 07 May 2008 20:12:48 GMT)
Why Getting Rid Of Your Wired Telephone May Not Be Wise
Many people are now using their cell phone as their home phone and cutting the cord with the land line. Verizon did a survey recently and 14 percent of land line users said they were considering pulling the plug within a year. But is that really a good idea? As WAVE 3's Scott Reynolds reports, there are questions about safety. (Wed, 07 May 2008 16:53:41 GMT)
Cable Picture Not As Fuzzy
Unhappy cable customers might get their wish to get out of a 15-year contract with Century Communications. (Wed, 07 May 2008 04:14:44 GMT)
Personal information compromised by security company
West Haven (WTNH, May 6, 2008 5:15 PM) _ News Channel 8 found Social Security numbers, bank account numbers and even canceled checks inside a dumpster in West Haven. (Tue, 06 May 2008 21:36:26 GMT)
Don't Get Rid of Your Home Phone Yet
If you decide to ditch your landline and use your cell phone in a crisis, you better know exactly what to tell 911 operators. (Tue, 06 May 2008 20:20:04 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2008-05-06 20:49 Clarification: American Express CEO pay story
NEW YORK (AP) - In a Feb. 25 story about American Express Co. CEO Kenneth Chenault's compensation in 2007 and 2006, The Associated Press included stock awards granted to Chenault for his performance in those years, but which he did not actually receive during those years. According to the AP's executive pay formula, Chenault received $41.3 million in stock awards, which brings his total 2007 ... (Tue, 06 May 2008 20:17:31 GMT)
Clarification: American Express CEO pay story
In a Feb. 25 story about American Express Co. CEO Kenneth Chenault's compensation in 2007 and 2006, The Associated Press included stock awards granted to Chenault for his performance in those years, but which he did not actually receive during those years. (Tue, 06 May 2008 19:33:10 GMT)
Land Line Phones May Still Be Best Option For Emergencies
Many people are now using their cell phone as their home phone, cutting the cord with the landline. But, is that really a good idea? (Tue, 06 May 2008 15:47:14 GMT)
Qwest sales, profit dip on tax expense, customer loss
Qwest Communications International Inc. reports lower first-quarter sales and profit, hurt by the U.S. housing slump as well as stiff competition in the long-distance phone market. (Tue, 06 May 2008 13:38:29 GMT)
Cutting The Cord Could Cost You
UNDATED (NBC) -- If you decide to ditch your landline and use your cell phone in a crisis, you better know exactly what to tell 911 operators. (Tue, 06 May 2008 12:06:18 GMT)
bioMETRX, Inc. Introduces New Products
bioMETRX, Inc. , today announced that it has added two new products to its smartTOUCH product line, the bioVAULT and bioBOX, which are immediately available at retailers and online specialty sites. (Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Dangers of ditching landlines
To watch video online please click here to download the latest version of the Flash plugin. Many people are now using their cell phone as their home phone, cutting the cord with the landline. (Tue, 06 May 2008 10:25:36 GMT)
Pulling the Plug on Land Lines and Safety
DALLAS - Many people are now using their cell phone as their home phone, cutting the cord with the land line. Verizon did a survey recently and 14 percent of land line users said they were considering pulling the plug within a year. Is that really a good idea? (Tue, 06 May 2008 08:31:50 GMT)
Mobile phones that could save your life
Mobile alerts, flashlights, heart monitors and global positioning data: cellphones are chock full of security features that protect us. (Tue, 06 May 2008 08:21:19 GMT)
Correction: BB&T executive compensation story
In a March 12 story about BB&T Corp.'s compensation for its chief executive, The Associated Press reported erroneously the amount of his compensation in 2007. The bank paid CEO John A. (Mon, 05 May 2008 19:14:22 GMT)
Blue Ridge Communications Selects InGrid Home Security
InGrid, Inc., the leading provider of digital, wireless home security services, today announced that it has been selected by Blue Ridge Communications (www.brctv.com), a full service communications provider serving Northeastern Pennsylvania, to deliver its innovative home security offering to Blue Ridge's high-speed and triple play customers across Pennsylvania and in the Poconos area. (Mon, 05 May 2008 14:41:19 GMT)
Brinks declares quarterly dividend of 10 cents
Brinks Co. said its board approved a quarterly cash dividend of 10 cents. The home security company said the dividend is payable June 2 to shareholders of record May 13. (Mon, 05 May 2008 14:30:32 GMT)
QVC seeks to upgrade image, remain 'relevant'
Fashion designer Chloe Dao easily plays to the QVC studio cameras, making it seem as if hawking clothes on live TV at 1 a.m. is as natural to her as stitching a hem. (Mon, 05 May 2008 13:48:26 GMT)
Blue Ridge Communications Selects InGrid Home Security
BERWYN, Pa., & PALMERTON, Pa.----InGrid, Inc., the leading provider of digital, wireless home security services, today announced that it has been selected by Blue Ridge Communications , a full service communications provider serving Northeastern Pennsylvania, to deliver its innovative home security offering to Blue Ridge's high-speed and triple play customers across Pennsylvania and in the ... (Mon, 05 May 2008 12:30:00 GMT)
bioMETRX, Inc. Closes Angel Round of Funding
bioMETRX Inc., , a leading developer and supplier of consumer-based finger-activated products, today announced that it has closed an interim round of funding totaling $885,000 from a select group of previous angel accredited investors. (Mon, 05 May 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Universal Power Group Reports First Quarter 2008 Financial Results
CARROLLTON, Texas----Universal Power Group, Inc. , a leading provider of third-party logistics and supply chain management services and a global distributor of batteries, related portable power and security products, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2008. (Mon, 05 May 2008 11:00:00 GMT)
Answering the call for help: Emergency communications has a new director
CHESTERFIELD — Since 1968, the most important number to dial in case of emergency is 911. (Mon, 05 May 2008 08:09:50 GMT)
QVC shops for ideas for future sales
After 22 years in business, QVC has made an art of hawking everything from computers to crab cakes. Many of its TV segments live, 24 hours a day, every day except Christmas. (Mon, 05 May 2008 03:22:32 GMT)
Police move to halt burglary rise
Police in part of Leicester are taking action to try to prevent a predicted rise in burglaries. (Sun, 04 May 2008 11:30:40 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Sun, 04 May 2008 07:47:49 GMT)
Door-to-door sellers are back in Wisconsin
The state is warning people to be careful of door-to-door sellers. (Sun, 04 May 2008 07:25:04 GMT)
West news in brief
MUNSTER Lane restrictions on Calumet, Superior Aves. (Sun, 04 May 2008 05:52:17 GMT)
Volunteer Opportunities: South Edition
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Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Sat, 03 May 2008 05:48:09 GMT)
Dropping Land Line Prompts 911 Concerns
More people than ever are canceling their land line and using their cell phone as their home phone. But, is that really a good idea? NBC 5 Brian Curtis shares what residents should know before they cut the cord. (Sat, 03 May 2008 03:19:36 GMT)
Cellphones That Could Save Your Life
Mobile alerts, flashlights, heart monitors and global positioning data: cellphones are chock full of security features that protect us. (Sat, 03 May 2008 00:11:51 GMT)
Police say owners should safeguard vacant homes
When Hazel Jackson of Cape Girardeau moved out of her South Benton Street residence so some basic repairs could be made, she didn't think the building would be vandalized. (Fri, 02 May 2008 17:16:52 GMT)
Greenwood robbery suspect: "I apologize."
Investigators say a dangerous burglar is in jail after police got a tip from an Eyewitness News viewer. (Fri, 02 May 2008 15:45:23 GMT)
Door Jamb Armor® Emerges As a Real Door Security Solution for National Home Invasion and Burglary Epidemic
As Home Invasions and burglaries increase nationwide, Door Jamb Armor® has emerged as a real door security solution for homeowners and property managers looking to prevent kick-ins. Door Jamb Armor® is a set of metal sleeves that slide over an existing door and wooden doorjamb to repair broken jambs, caused by kick-ins, and/or to help prevent future burglaries and home invasions. Door Jamb ... (Fri, 02 May 2008 13:14:29 GMT)
The Brink's Company Board of Directors Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
The board of directors of The Brink's Company declared a regular quarterly dividend of 10 cents per share on its common stock. (Fri, 02 May 2008 12:41:00 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Fri, 02 May 2008 10:33:11 GMT)
Future engineers show off capstone projects
Senior engineering students got a chance to show off their creativity and technical prowess at the Sixth Annual Engineering Design Day, held yesterday in the North Ballroom of the Student Union Memorial Center. (Fri, 02 May 2008 07:16:17 GMT)
Video captures fatal crash : Local News
VICTORVILLE — A home security camera captured a high-speed collision that killed one motorist early Thursday morning. (Thu, 01 May 2008 23:46:01 GMT)
CSG Systems Completes Acquisition of Dataprose, Inc.
CSG Systems International, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGS), a leading provider of customer care and billing solutions, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of DataProse, Inc. CSG initially announced the acquisition on April 17, 2008. (Thu, 01 May 2008 12:24:41 GMT)
AlarmForce: Secure growth, and the stock may be a steal
Security company's plans are for continued expansion (Thu, 01 May 2008 11:35:14 GMT)
Police capture runaway African lion in Quebec
A runaway African lion has been captured after police in Quebec carried out a frantic search for the animal. (Thu, 01 May 2008 11:15:30 GMT)
Paying For Failure
What does it cost to attract first-class talent to a chief executive job? A lot. What does it cost to hire a clunker? Just as much. (Thu, 01 May 2008 10:06:44 GMT)
Why did my dad get shot? son asks
A jeweler shot and wounded outside a Staten Island eatery sold his wares to both cops and crooks - so investigators are checking whether he was targeted by mobbed-up gunmen, friends and sources said Wednesday. (Thu, 01 May 2008 08:14:00 GMT)
EARNINGS
MeadWestvaco Corp., the maker of Mead school supplies, reported a narrower first-quarter loss as packaging sales rose and one-time costs declined. The shares fell the most in more than three months. The loss narrowed to $4 million, or 2 cents a share, from $16 million, or 9 cents a share, a year earlier, Glen Allen, Virginia-based MeadWestvaco said yesterday in a statement. Four analysts in a ... (Thu, 01 May 2008 05:54:16 GMT)
Staying Safe On line
Planning to buy or sell your stuff on Craigslist? Make sure you know who you are dealing with.... (Thu, 01 May 2008 04:16:25 GMT)
Income up at Brink's Co.
The Brink's Co. today reported first-quarter income from continuing operations of $48 million or $1.02 per share, up from $31.1 million or 66 cents per share in last year's first quarter. The Henrico County-based security services company said revenue was driven mainly by strong profit growth at its Latin American operations and Brink's Home Security. (Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:11:29 GMT)
Brink's 1Q profit jumps on Latin American growth
Security services provider Brink's Co. said Wednesday that first-quarter earnings jumped 75 percent, driven by the company's home security unit and its secure transportation unit in Latin American. (Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:06:26 GMT)
The Brink's Company Reports Higher First-Quarter Earnings
The Brink's Company , a global leader in security-related services, reported first-quarter income from continuing operations of $48.0 million or $1.02 per share, up from $31.1 million or 66 cents per share in last year's first quarter. (Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Home Secretary visits CST
The Home Secretary has vowed to work closer with the Jewish community on concerns regarding extremists entering the UK. (Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:20:21 GMT)
Home, safe home
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Home, safe home
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Door-to-door sellers are back in Wisconsin
JOURNAL TIMES STAFF The state is warning people to be careful of door-to-door sellers. (Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:26:04 GMT)
5 Most Dangerous Places For Women
Eyewitness News Everywhere uncovers the 5 most dangerous places for women. (Tue, 29 Apr 2008 02:04:16 GMT)
USB MCUs (16-Bit) have low-power, high-memory architecture.
Along with 100 nA standby current, up to 256 KB Flash, and 16 KB RAM, PIC24FJ256GB1 series features integrated USB 2.0 device, embedded-host, dual-role, and On-the-Go (OTG) functionality. This combination facilitates addition of USB features to embedded designs, while integrated Charge Time Measurement Unit peripheral and mTouch(TM) Sensing Solution SDK enable addition of capacitive-touch UI ... (Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:51:23 GMT)
Win D-Link home security webcams with Homecamera
In today's world it's good to have a bit more reassurance that your house is safe and secure than you'd get from a home alarm – especially when you're on holiday. (Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:42:52 GMT)
Fine print is the usual suspect - again
You can get tied into a cellphone contract over the phone, but getting out of it is not that simple, writes Wendy Knowler. (Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:41:08 GMT)
Raytheon's CEO picks up $15 million
William H. Swanson, Raytheon Co. chairman and chief executive, received 2007 compensation of nearly $15 million, up almost 25 percent from the previous year, according to regulatory filing by the world’s fifth-largest defense contractor. (Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:12:31 GMT)
The power of imagination
Parramore's Johnny Wineglass is a font of ideas. This is what it looks like inside the head of Johnny Wineglass: a baseball bat that registers the force of a batter's swing; new song lyrics; a recipe for Cajun rice pizza; a foolproof home-security system; cartoon characters who fight crime in the inner city. (Sun, 27 Apr 2008 11:28:25 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Sun, 27 Apr 2008 05:19:30 GMT)
Intellon HomePlug-based ICs Selected by Network Specialist devolo AG . for New MDU and Commercial Networking Products
for New MDU and Commercial Networking Products 24/04/2008 12:00:00 Business Wire GB0009457366 Intellon Corporation (NASDAQ:ITLN), a leading provider of HomePlug(R)-compatible integrated circuits (ICs) for home networking, networked entertainment, broadband over powerline (BPL), Ethernet-over-Coax (EoC) and smart grid applications, announced that devolo AG of Aachen, Germany will expand the use ... (Sat, 26 Apr 2008 13:48:34 GMT)
Volunteer Opportunities: South Edition
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Home, safe home
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Be careful with your home security
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High-Tech Sensors Pack Punch For Latest Home Security
Your house is probably protected by a security system. But a second or even a third layer of defense might come in handy in many situations, such as a backup system or protecting other areas of your home. (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:09:01 GMT)
High-Tech Sensors Pack Punch For Latest Home Security
Your house is probably protected by a security system. But a second or even a third layer of defense might come in handy in many situations, such... (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:09:01 GMT)
Share Results Launches Watch N Catch Affiliate Program: Innovative Brand for Home & Industrial Security, and Software ...
AR Monitoring System has announced the launch of an exclusive affiliate program in Share Results for their innovative product called Watch N Catch. Touted as the next generation in video surveillance software, affiliates of Share Results will see Watch N Catch as a welcomed addition to the niche home security and software technology market. (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
MeadWestvaco’s Luke Earned $8.6M in 2007
The Associated Press reports that John A. Luke Jr., chairman and ceo of MeadWestvaco, received compensation valued at $8.6 million in 2007, a 20 percent increase over his 2006 pay package, according to a regulatory filing. (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:10:58 GMT)
Ex-Altria CEO Camilleri got 2007 compensation valued at $22M
Former Altria Group Inc. chief executive Louis Camilleri received total compensation valued at $22 million in 2007, the company disclosed Thursday in a regulatory filing. (Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:52:26 GMT)
Mattel CEO got $12.2 million in 2007 compensation
Robert A. Eckert, chairman and chief executive of toy maker Mattel Inc., received a total compensation package last year valued at more than $12.2 million _ a pay hike of nearly 68 percent from the prior year, according to an analysis of a regulatory filing... (Thu, 24 Apr 2008 23:42:07 GMT)
What Office Perks Keep Workers Around? You'd Be Surprised
Forget job perks like access to the company car or an expense account. Keeping and recruiting employees might be as easy as keeping the bathrooms clean. (Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:35:51 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Thu, 24 Apr 2008 06:11:52 GMT)
Almost two weeks after storms, Dallas family finally has power back
It took 13 days and 13 nights, but the Le family finally came out of the dark ages. They have a working refrigerator. (Thu, 24 Apr 2008 02:07:55 GMT)
Schering-Plough CEO pay rises to $24.7M despite loss in 2007
Total compensation for Schering-Plough Corp. CEO Fred Hassan rose 2.7 percent to $24.7 million in 2007, a year in which the company recorded a loss of $1.59 billion despite a 20 percent rise in revenues. (Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:15:40 GMT)
Methodist Home Security Tightened
Security was tightened Wednesday at Waco’s Methodist Children’s Home in anticipation of the arrival of as many as 50 of the more than 400 children removed from the West Texas compound of a polygamous sect. (Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:18:41 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:19:51 GMT)
South Africa: Marketers Should Cautiously Use LSMs
In the course of my profession, the interaction with marketers who have ideas to launch new products and services in the market is enthusing. Defining the market is one of the hardest exercises that marketers are confronted with. (Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:02:09 GMT)
Examine the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats in the Access Control Market with the Access Control ...
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.co has announced the addition of "Access Control Market Report 2008" to their offering. (Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:29:31 GMT)
Residents warned after burglaries
Two burglaries within a few hours of each lead police in Surrey to urge householders to be extra vigilant. (Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:00:31 GMT)
Raytheon CEO made $15 million in 2007
Raytheon Chairman and Chief Executive William Swanson enjoyed a 25 percent raise in compensation last year. He made $15 million in 2007: $1.23 million in salary; $3 million in non-equity incentive plan compensation; and $575,000 in othercompensation, including use of company aircraft and car, home security, and financial planning services. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 21:17:41 GMT)
North York
Thursday, April 24 THE HOME SECURITY Academy offers a free, evening workshop on crime prevention and safety, organized by Toronto Police Service and 33 Division, Toronto Real Estate Board; 1400 Don ... (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:44:47 GMT)
Raytheon's Swanson receives 2007 compensation of $15M
Raytheon Co. Chairman and Chief Executive William H. Swanson received 2007 compensation of nearly $15 million, up almost 25 percent from the previous year, according to regulatory filing Tuesday by the world's fifth-largest defense contractor. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:15:32 GMT)
Computer Stolen From Home Security Office
JACKSONVILLE, FLÂ -- They promise to help protect your home from burglars and robbers. But a local home security company found themselves the victim of crime. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 16:26:03 GMT)
Home security not so alarming with new tech
Sam Taormina, 47, owner of Lodi Alarm, said the home-security industry has changed somewhat since 1979, when Lodi Alarm started. For one, he said, the components are far more stable. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:12:32 GMT)
Strata Capital Corp. Schedule Closing for First Contract Valued at $8,000,000
Strata Capital Corp. (Pink Sheets: STRP) announced today it has scheduled the closing for the purchase of its first long-term recurring-revenue contract valued at $8 million. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:28:59 GMT)
bioMETRX, Inc. Initiates Integration of Personnel and Assets of Sequiam Corp.
bioMETRX Inc., , a leading developer and supplier of consumer-based finger-activated products, today announced that it has commenced the initial integration of the assets and former personnel of Sequiam Corporation through a previously announced agreement with Biometric Investors, LLC. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Best Deals for a New Home in Moreno Valley Found in Online Auction
The LFC Group of Companies has just launched an online auction of thirteen new homes in Moreno Valley, California, on their residential auction website Freedom Realty Exchange ( www.FRE.com/215R4 ). Unlike most of the other auctions occurring here in Southern California, this is not a foreclosure auction, but an auction of brand-new builder/developer inventory. (PRWeb Apr 22, 2008) Read the ... (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:34:25 GMT)
Dad killed, baby injured in ambush
Wide-eyed with thick locks, baby Noah Mesa -- bullet wounds to his left arm and leg -- was rushed to a hospital emergency room, arms draped over his mother. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:16:55 GMT)
Best Deals for a New Home in Moreno Valley Found in Online Auction
The LFC Group of Companies has just launched an online auction of thirteen new homes in Moreno Valley, California, on their residential auction website Freedom Realty Exchange (www.FRE.com/215R4). Unlike most of the other auctions occurring here in Southern California, this is not a foreclosure auction, but an auction of brand-new builder/developer inventory. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Your Calendar - East Lake County
Find out all the events going on in your community, and plan your week’s activities with The Times. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:12:45 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 05:51:09 GMT)
IP camera ref design features H.264 compression
Freescale's royalty-free i.MX27 IP camera reference design comes with a comprehensive hardware and software package, designed to allow OEMs to quickly design and deliver IP network cameras that offer crisp video streaming for video surveillance and other apps. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:13:39 GMT)
Tru2way(TM) and Advanced Video Demos Among Highlights of CableNET(R) 2008
LOUISVILLE, Colo., BUSINESS WIRE -- Demonstrations of tru2way(TM) technology and home security, monitoring and automation are among the highlights of the upcoming CableNET(R) demonstration at the industry's premier convention, The Cable Show '08. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:39:24 GMT)
GVTC secures pact to provide telecom service to Kendall County Courthouse
GVTC has won a bid to provide exclusive phone service to the Kendall County Courthouse in Boerne. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:09:23 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:55:22 GMT)
Green idea fair
Everything will be coming up green Friday when the annual Clark Public Utilities Home and Garden Idea Fair opens a three-day run at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 20:04:07 GMT)
Your Calendar - East Lake County
Find out all the events going on in your community, and plan your week’s activities with The Times. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 08:31:02 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 07:51:00 GMT)
Self defense workshop for seniors set April 29
A personal self defense workshop for seniors is being hosted by the Leelanau County Commission on Aging on Thursday, April 29 at the government center in Suttons Bay Township. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 06:10:22 GMT)
Smarter wiring reduces clutter, boosts control
Tom and Debbie Popejoy wanted a sleek, modern home with the latest technology, but they didn't want to spend a lot of cash on complicated gadgets with endless remote controls. The newly retired couple did their research and realized that a high-tech home would satisfy their needs. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:15:25 GMT)
Few Scottsdale burglary victims see cases solved
It took more than two years, but Betsy and Randy Olson finally got closure on a crime committed in their home in a matter of minutes - a burglary resulting in the loss of about $500,000 worth of property. GRAPHIC: Scottsdale burglaries in 2007 (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:03:52 GMT)
Home safety, security theme of trade fair
Home safety and security is the theme of an upcoming trade fair. Burlington Neighbourhood Watch is presenting the free show on Saturday, April 26 at St. Matthew's Church Hall, 126 Plains Rd. E. in Aldershot, across from Wendy's and DOT Furniture. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:17:17 GMT)
B.C. government announces $500,000 targeted to prevent violence, bullying
VICTORIA - B.C. Solicitor General John van Dongen says domestic violence, cyber-bullying prevention and helping at-risk children return to school are among the goals of 27 projects the provincial government is funding. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:44:00 GMT)
Volunteer Opportunities: South Edition
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Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 09:51:20 GMT)
Hollywood honcho ratted out in dead-fish caper
Hollywood superagent Michael Ovitz paid private eye Anthony Pellicano to leave a dead fish with a rose in its mouth on a reporter's car in 2002, an FBI agent testified Friday. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:31:20 GMT)
Police to present neighborhood watch programs
[The Shawnee Police Department will sponsor a city-wide neighborhood watch community meeting April 29. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:14:58 GMT)
Featured Home Experts
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Bush nominates SBA’s Preston to run HUD
President Bush on April 18 named Small Business Administration chief Steve Preston to run the Housing and Urban Development Department. If confirmed, Preston would replace Alphonso Jackson, who stepped down April 18 amid allegations of favoritism toward some HUD contractors. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:07:42 GMT)
Security video helps with the capture of two Easter Sunday burglars
A home security video of two burglars who broke into a home in Weld County on Easter Sunday has resulted in two arrests, according to the Weld County Sheriff's Office. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:53:23 GMT)
UK hooked on mobile gadgets
A third of the UK believes that the purpose of the mobile phone is to allow them to be accessed 24/7, according to research commissioned by battery firm Energizer. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:01:05 GMT)
Local boxing: Hobart man has to fight, so to speak, just to get ready for his bouts
Compared with everything else in his life, this boxing thing has been a piece of cake for Ed Ochoa. With a 3-0 record that includes a pair of knockouts and a TKO, the 26-year-old Hobart resident might lead you to believe that the Sport of Kings is all aces. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:06:58 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:37:12 GMT)
Burglars on home video arrested
A home security video of two burglars who broke into a home in Weld County on Easter Sunday has resulted in two arrests, according to the Weld County Sheriff's Office. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:38:24 GMT)
CSG Systems to buy DataProse for $39M
CSG Systems International Inc. will purchase DataProse Inc. for $39 million, the company reported Thursday. (CSGS) (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:33:09 GMT)
Strata Capital Corp. Announces Negotiations for Contract Valued at $2,500,000
Strata Capital Corp. (Pink Sheets: STRP) announced today it is in negotiations to purchase a long-term recurring-revenue contract valued at $2.5 million. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:44:49 GMT)
MCUs (16-Bit) have integrated capacitive touch peripheral.
Consuming as little as 2.6 µA standby current, 9-member PIC24FJ256GA1 series features up to 256 KB, 16 KB RAM, and integrated Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU) peripheral. Latter, along with mTouch(TM) Sensing Solution SDK, lets designers add capacitive-touch user interface without any external components. Series also allows use of all onboard peripherals by enabling designers to map them to ... (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 13:25:47 GMT)
CSG Systems Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire DataProse, Inc.
CSG Systems International, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGS), a leading provider of outsourced solutions that facilitate customer interaction management, today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire DataProse, Inc., a privately-held provider of statement presentment and direct mail services headquartered in Oxnard, California. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:27:19 GMT)
Pickaway County man gets 18 months in stalking cases
A convicted stalker who threatened two women was sent to prison for 18 months yesterday. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:34:00 GMT)
Innovative Site for Comparing Prices of Local Services: LocalPrice.com - Now Live
Shopping for everyday services is about to get much easier. LocalPrice.com is the first website comparing prices of locally provided services like: renting a limo, getting your teeth cleaned, or installing a home security system. Site soft launches today. (PRWeb Apr 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/lo (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:50:16 GMT)
Innovative Site for Comparing Prices of Local Services: LocalPrice.com - Now Live
Shopping for everyday services is about to get much easier. LocalPrice.com is the first website comparing prices of locally provided services like: renting a limo, getting your teeth cleaned, or installing a home security system. Site soft launches today. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Ramos-Horta said he had lost patience with rebels and called on the leader to surrender [Reuters]
East Timor's president has toughened his stance on rebels who tried to kill him after thousands of supporters gathered to welcome him home. (Thu, 17 Apr 2008 03:32:18 GMT)
Linear's DXS-80 Wireless Carbon Monoxide Detector Kit Named ISC West Best New Product Winner ...
Linear's New Wireless, Battery-Operated DX-COKIT Receives Acclaim as ISC 2008 New Product Showcase Winner LAS VEGAS. (April 8, 2008) - Linear LLC, an innovator in home technology solutions for security, communications, and entertainment, today announced that its new RF-based carbon monoxide detector kit, the DX-COKIT, has received special recognition from the Security Industry Association (SIA) ... (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:59:21 GMT)
Home, safe home
Sandi and Barry Hjort don’t leave their doors unlocked since a (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:25:31 GMT)
CRIME: Women received help from county Victim's Assistance Program
For three very different women in three very different places, all transformed by violence into victims, local victim assistance programs provided needed help. (Wed, 16 Apr 2008 06:27:55 GMT)
Home video catches crooks
Shingler -- A Worth County man who caught thieves stealing his trailer on a home security camera hopes you can help police identify them. Phillip Lumpkin lives in Shingler, and he put up a video camera because he's been a victim of crime before. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:27:51 GMT)
MSOs Juice Up for a Home Networking Run
If it can be networked, it eventually will be, especially if there's money to be made. (Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:39:52 GMT)
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