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October 4, 2006
Mitsubishi Motors launches new Pajero
Global-standard all-round SUV.
Tokyo, 4 October 2006 — Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today announced the Japanese market launch of the fully redesigned Pajero SUV at affiliated dealerships throughout Japan on October 4. The company has sold some 2.5 million Pajeros in over 170 countries and regions since its introduction in 1982. Pajero has established a rock-firm reputation among customers as an all-round sport-utility vehicle that delivers go-anywhere off-road performance with the high-speed cruising performance and comfort of a sedan.
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The Home Depot To Offer Free 100,000 Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs To California Residents
Gift Will Save $4.8 Million in Energy Costs in Honor of Change a Light, Change the World Day.
ATLANTA, Oct. 4 -- The Home Depot(R), the world's largest home improvement retailer, announced today that the Company is helping California residents save an estimated $4.8 million in energy costs with an unprecedented energy-efficient light bulb giveaway. On Oct. 4, The Home Depot will give a total of 100,000 n:vision compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) to California residents who visit select The Home Depot stores. In partnership with lighting innovator TCP, Inc., the light bulb giveaway is in celebration of the ENERGY STAR(R) national Change a Light, Change the World Day.
To receive a free light bulb, residents must visit one of the 158 The Home Depot stores participating and sign the ENERGY STAR Change a Light pledge, indicating they will replace one standard incandescent light bulb with an energy-efficient CFL. In addition to the free light bulb, Californians also will receive a special $4 coupon that can be used for purchasing a variety of multi-pack CFLs. Participating California stores will give away n:vision bulbs on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last.
The Home Depot(R) is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, with 2,088 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico.
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Imation Delivers CD and DVD Disc Publisher For SMBs and Workgroups
Imation D20 Disc Publisher Helps Leave a Professional, Lasting Impression.
OAKDALE, Minn., Oct. 4 -- Imation Corp (NYSE:IMN) , a worldwide leader in removable data storage, today brings a complete solution for optical disc publishing to workgroups and the small- and medium-business (SMB) market. The Imation D20 Disc Publisher is an all-in-one CD and DVD publishing system that automates the copying of up to 20 discs at once, and is optimized for full-color, direct-to-disc printing using Imation Inkjet Printable Media with AquaGuard(TM) surface. An expert in delivering optical media technologies engineered for the demands of business, Imation delivers its D20 Disc Publisher to users seeking an affordable way to professionally finish CD and DVD media. The Imation D20 Disc Publisher is ideal for duplication of marketing and sales materials, music, video, catalogs and more.
About the size of a standard inkjet printer, the Imation D20 Disc Publisher automates the entire disc duplication process. When used in combination with Imation AquaGuard discs, the system's image creation software and ink ensure maximum design flexibility, brilliant colors from hub to edge, and quick-drying graphics that resist smearing when exposed to water or humid conditions. Simple, quick setup and easy-to-use software ensure high-quality results that leave a professional, unique impression. Simply connect it to the USB port on a PC or Mac, install the print software, create your own design, and load the discs. The Imation D20 Disc Publisher duplicates discs quickly with full-color, high resolution prints at 4800 dpi in up to 16.7 million colors using a single ink cartridge.
Imation Corp is solely focused on the development, manufacture and supply of removable data storage products spanning the four pillars of magnetic, optical, flash and removable hard disk storage.
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History.com, The History Channel(R) Multi-Media Web Site, Presents Live Webcast of 40 YEARS OF STAR TREK
The First-Ever Official Auction of Star Trek Contents Conducted by Christie's.
Live Three-Day Star Trek Extravaganza Takes Place Thursday, October 5 Through Saturday, October 7 Beginning at 10:00A.M. ET Each Day on History.com
NEW YORK -- History.com, the online extension of The History Channel, will present a live webcast of 40 YEARS OF STAR TREK: THE COLLECTION, the first-ever official auction of items from the five Star Trek television series and ten feature films on Thursday, October 5 through Saturday, October 7. The auction emanates from Christie's New York.
The multi-camera production will capture all the suspense and exhilaration of this live event that only STAR TREK can generate. The three-day auction will showcase 1000 lots from the entire CBS Paramount Television STAR TREK franchise including props, scenery, detailed models, and costumes from the television series and feature films. By logging onto the webcast, viewers will have the opportunity to see the once-in-a-lifetime event.
History.com, The History Channel multimedia site, is the premiere destination on the web for all things history. Centered around unique channels on history-related topics such as science and technology, exploration, the unexplained and more, users can immerse themselves in a subject through interactive timelines; videos; maps; games; podcasts and RSS feeds. The History Channel(R) is one of the leading cable television networks featuring compelling original, non-fiction specials and series that bring history to life in a powerful and entertaining manner across multiple platforms.
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Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring/Summer 2007 at Paris Fashion Show
New Fashion hits Paris runways.
Photographer: Philippe Wojaze for Reuters
Models present creations as part of French designer Jean-Paul Gaultier for his Spring/Summer 2007 ready-to-wear fashion collection in Paris on October 3, 2006.
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