Obama's Speech to Students: Prepared Text Sep 8, 2009
Remarks by the President to Be Delivered To Students on the First Day of School. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert). (CBS News)
Krazy Kart Hits iPhone Sep 4, 2009
About Konami Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular franchises Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. (IGN Wireless Games)
Disney to Buy Marvel for $4 Billion Sep 1, 2009
"This transaction combines Marvel's strong global brand and world-renowned library of characters, including Iron Man, Spider-Man, X-Men, Captain America, Fantastic Four, and Thor, with Disney's creative skills, unparalleled global portfolio of entertainment properties, and a business structure that maximizes the value of creative properties across multiple platforms and territories," said Iger said in announcing the transaction. A Valuable Combo. (BusinessWeek)
Disney to Purchase Marvel Comics for $4B Sep 1, 2009
Disney CEO Robert Iger said the acquisition combines Marvel's "strong global brand and world-renowned library of characters" with Disney's "unparalleled global portfolio of entertainment properties" and ability to maximize value across multiple platforms and territories. MORE.. (Time.com)
Comcast's Stealth Internet Strategy Evolving Under The Radar Aug 26, 2009
In mid-2008, CIM hired Karin Gilford, formerly in charge of Yahoo's () entertainment properties, to lead Fancast. In March, CIM hired Scott Schiller, a co-founder of the Interactive Advertising Bureau, as senior vice president of advertising sales. (Investors Business Daily)
CANDY LAND game celebrates 60 years of delicious adventures Aug 25, 2009
To celebrate this timeless tradition, we are introducing a sixtieth birthday edition that welcomes two new lovable characters to the world of CANDY LAND and brings the adventure to life through a dynamic three-dimensional game board. " In Fall 2009, children become the game designers as they create their own path to King Kandy's castle in CANDY LAND: Sweet Celebration Game. For the first time, individual path pieces are linked together to make up the freestanding game board, allowing players to... (Canada Newswire)
Bring home the holiday fun with new Hasbro games Aug 25, 2009
TORONTO, Aug. 25 /CNW Telbec/ - The holiday is a wonderful time for family togetherness and there is no better way to spend quality family time than through a Hasbro Family Game Night (Canada Newswire)
MSG Entertainment and Fuse Present "Jay-Z Live from Madison Square Garden: Answer the Call" Friday, September 11 at 9pm ET Aug 25, 2009
"On behalf of New York Police and Fire Widows and Childrens Benefit Funds Board of Directors and the families of our fallen heroes, we are truly grateful for JAY-Z's choice to support our charity and answering the call, said Stephen J. Dannhauser, president and CEO of the New York Police and Fire Widows and Childrens Benefit Fund.Kicking off with the live airing of Fuse Presents JAY-Z Live from Madison Square Garden: Answer the Call, on September 11 at 9pm ET, Fuse... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Majesco Entertainment Partners With Tetris Online, Inc. to Bring Two New 'TETRIS(R)' Video Games to Market Aug 21, 2009
Founded in January 2006 by Minoru Arakawa, Henk Rogers and Alexey Pajitnov, Tetris Online is a developer and publisher of electronic entertainment properties. Titles include Tetris Party for WiiWare(TM), Tetris Splash for Xbox LIVE Arcade, and Tetris Friends Online Games, which can currently be found at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Boyd Gaming Appoints Christine J. Spadafor to Board of Directors Aug 12, 2009
Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: - ) is a leading diversified owner and operator of 16 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, New Jersey, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana, and Louisiana. Boyd Gaming press releases are available at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
American Casino & Entertainment Properties, LLC and ACEP Finance Corp. Pricing of $375 Million of Senior Secured Notes Aug 12, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- American Casino & Entertainment Properties, LLC ("ACEP") and ACEP Finance Corp. (together, with ACEP, the "Issuers"), have priced an offering of $375 million aggregate principal amount of 11% senior secured notes due 2014 ... SOURCE American Casino & Entertainment Properties, LLC and ACEP Finance Corp.. (PR Newswire)
Digital Utilities Ventures to Partner with Gapsoft As Gateway To Asian Hotel Market Jul 25, 2009
"This is a major benefit to hotel operators," said Garry McHenry, President of Digital Utilities Ventures (DUTV), "since they can upgrade their property utilizing existing cabling, significantly enhancing per room revenues, while improving guest experience with large screen TV viewing of Internet content such as YouTube, along with a broad selection of other entertainment properties.". Chan Lee, CEO & Business Development Director of Gapsoft said, "We are looking forward to working with DUTV."... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bass Pro gets word out on Buffalo project Jul 24, 2009
Canal Side is expected to see the development of 500,000 square feet of retail, restaurant and entertainment properties. Reader Comments. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Spidey's 600th is in stores today Jul 22, 2009
Hasbro Showcases Top Entertainment Properties at San Diego Comic-Con. Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS) returns to San Diego Comic-Con in 2009 with its iconic properties that have entertained fans of all ages for decades. (Fresno Bee)
Konami Announces Original Jackson... Jul 22, 2009
com/games/karaokerevolution/About KonamiKonami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular franchises Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Mid-Summer's Roundup: Emmys, Comcast, and Rovi Jul 21, 2009
Prior to joining Denuo, Todd was executive producer at Yahoo Media Group where he developed and launched multiple entertainment properties and oversaw the creation of multiplatform programs. Before Yahoo, he was the senior manager of business development at Microsoft TV.. (Multichannel News)
SEGA's Daisy Fuentes Pilates to Hit Stores on August 4th Jul 21, 2009
Interactive Game Group (I2G) is a company creating, acquiring and licensing video games and other interactive entertainment properties, whether packaged media, online or wireless. Created by Frederic Chesnais, former Chief Executive Officer of Atari Interactive, I2G is developing and financing a portfolio of video game properties, joining forces for each project with the best studios, publishers and distributors. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Profits up for American Girl owner Mattel Jul 20, 2009
In light of the challenging global economy, the quarter's results met our expectations, with revenues negatively impacted largely by our lack of toys based on summer entertainment properties as well as foreign exchange rates, Robert Eckert, chairman and chief executive officer of Mattel, said in a statement. Through the first six months, Mattel has lost $29. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Margaret Loesch to Lead Hasbro-Discovery Communications Joint Venture Television Network Jul 17, 2009
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Four Theme and Water Park Properties Plus Four NASCAR SpeedParks Across the US Announce Unlimited All-Day Tickets for Just $15 Each Jul 6, 2009
PARC Management, a leader in entertainment management, owns and operates theme parks, water parks, and other entertainment properties throughout the US. PARC Management properties include Frontier City and White Water Bay, Darien Lake Theme Park Resort, Elitch Gardens, Wild Waves Theme Park, Waterworld California, Splashtown, Magic Springs & Crystal Falls, Myrtle Waves, NASCAR SpeedParks and eleven family entertainment centers. For more information, visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Force is With These Videos: Atom.com and Lucasfilm Ltd. Announce Finalists for 2009 'Star Wars(TM) Fan Movie Challenge' Jul 2, 2009
Additionally, Lucas Online creates Internet-based content for Lucasfilm's entertainment properties and businesses. Lucasfilm, the Lucasfilm logo, STAR WARS(TM) and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Modern Warfare 2 Goes Mo... Jun 25, 2009
"Infinity Ward's Modern Warfare 2 is one of the most anticipated entertainment properties of the year and the Glu team is excited to develop a mobile game for this blockbuster title for fans of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare franchise," said Jill Braff, senior vice president, global publishing, Glu Mobile. For more information, go to www. (IGN Wireless Games)
Video: LG Mobile Phones Creates Integrated, Multi-Media Marketing Campaign for 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' Jun 24, 2009
""Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" - The Sequel to 2007's Blockbuster HitIn the highly anticipated "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen," debuting June 24, 2009, Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) again joins with the Autobots against their sworn enemies, the Decepticons. Michael Bay directs from a screenplay written by Ehren Kruger & Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman.DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures Present In Association with Hasbro A di Bonaventura Pictures Production A Tom DeSanto/Don... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Country's Best Pokemon Players Compete In National Championships June 27th and 28th Jun 23, 2009
Top Pokemon Video Game and Trading Card Game Competitors Face-Off in St. Louis for Chance to Compete at the 2009 Pokemon World Championships (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Majesco Entertainment Company Reports Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results Jun 16, 2009
"Financial Highlights-- Second quarter 2009 net revenues for the U.S. were $20.3 million, an increase of $8.9 million or 78 percent compared to the same quarter last year. Second quarter 2009 international sales were $0.3 million, a decline of $1.1 million or 81 percent compared to the same period of 2008.-- For the six months year-to-date, net revenues for the U.S. were $52.0 million, an increase of $22.2 million or 74 percent compared to the same period last year. International sales for the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Panthers launch early sales campaign Jun 5, 2009
Sponsorship revenue has also fallen off during the past year as auto dealers and others have less money available to spend on sports and other entertainment properties. Reader Comments. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
The Pokemon Company International Highlights Banner Year With Major Burger King(R) Promotion in North and South America Jun 3, 2009
Pokemon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
American Idol Sillerman Dealt Default Heartbreak Channeling Elvis in Vegas Jun 2, 2009
Sillerman is chairman and chief executive officer of the company, which he formed in 2004 to buy up entertainment properties ... Marquee was one of two companies Sillerman ran that bought up entertainment properties. (Bloomberg)
E3 Expo 2009 Exhibitor Profiles May 30, 2009
Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties ... In April 2009 KOEI Co., Ltd and TECMO, LTD., merged to form TECMO KOEI HOLDINGS CO., LTD. The combined organization owns and operates a valuable portfolio of universally-praised entertainment properties, a leading distribution system in Japan, a worldwide network of sales offices, and world-renowned development studios. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jay Leno's late-night switch a savvy move for NBC (Reuters) May 29, 2009
"If it works, it's going to fundamentally change primetime television," says Larry Gerbrandt, principal in Media Valuation Partners, which provides financial analysis to value media and entertainment properties. "If it doesn't work, they will be faced with replacing not one failed show but five, after having cut back on their program development.". (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Univision Reveals Powerful Line up for 2009-2010 Season Showcasing Proven Formula across Three TV Networks May 22, 2009
Univisions signature entertainment properties return for another fun-filled season, including: Sbado Gigante (Giant Saturday) and Don Francisco Presenta, (Don Francisco Presents) hosted by their legendary creator, Don Francisco; El Show de Cristina, (The Cristina Show) with the Queen of Talk, Cristina Saralegui; El Gordo y La Flaca, (The Scoop and the Skinny) with the delightful Lili Estefan and her partner in crime, Ral De Molina; and Despierta Amrica,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
SEGA and Interactive Game Group Bring First-Ever Interactive Pilates Workout Experience to the Wii with Daisy Fuentes May 19, 2009
"Cuban-born Daisy Fuentes became a household name as an international television star on MTV and MTV Latino; and the first Latin worldwide spokesperson for Revlon. In her storied career she has hosted numerous national television shows, including House of Style and Americas Funniest Home Videos. In 2004, Daisy launched a fashion line, which now includes clothing, fragrances, handbags, accessories, sportswear and more. Daisy Fuentes was the spokesperson for the best-selling Winsor Pilates DVD... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Kanye West Foundation, Chicago Public Schools and S.H.O.W Partner for the 2nd 'Stay in School' Benefit Concert Presented by Fuse TV May 19, 2009
MSG Media is a division of Madison Square Garden, L.P., which is owned by Cablevision Systems Corporation, and includes the New York Knicks (NBA); the New York Rangers (NHL); the New York Liberty (WNBA); the Hartford Wolf Pack (American Hockey League); MSG Entertainment, which includes concerts and events at Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, the Wang Center, the Beacon Theatre, as well as the legendary Chicago Theatre, and which manages wholly-owned live entertainment properties... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EA Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results May 6, 2009
Some of the factors which could cause the Companys results to differ materially from its expectations include the following: sales of the Companys titles during fiscal year 2010; the general health of the U.S. and global economy and the related impact on discretionary consumer spending; fluctuations in foreign exchange rates; consumer spending trends; the Companys ability to manage expenses; the competition in the interactive entertainment industry; the effectiveness of the Companys... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Macerich equity offering desired by institutional investors May 6, 2009
Another underwriter indicated that Entertainment Properties Trust (NYSE: EPR) might issue equity to deal with its own upcoming debt maturities. . (FT.com -- Markets)
Foresee Entertainment and Digital Valence Form Strategic Alliance May 1, 2009
"Having created, launched and leveraged some of the most significant digital media and entertainment properties across the internet, Digital Valence's team is simply unmatched in its level of experience and accomplishments at Turner Broadcasting and other first-rate companies," said Foresee's President, Penney. "With our combined capabilities, we have a complete and unparalleled suite of strategic solutions and a solid foundation of knowledge drawn from all levels of the media and entertainment... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Forty Under 40 Apr 28, 2009
She successfully increased traffic and monetization across the companys entertainment properties and pioneered programming relationships with networks for full-length video content. The way television content is produced, distributed and consumed in the future is evolving right now, Gilford said. (Multichannel News)
Saavn, The World's Largest Digital Distributor of Bollywood Entertainment, Names Rishi Malhotra President & COO Apr 14, 2009
Through the company's relationships with leading carriers and direct access to established Media & Entertainment companies, Hungama Mobile is able to secure top entertainment properties and extend brand value through personalization of content, games, SMS campaigns and various different promotions spanning the entire gamut. Hungama Mobile runs a comprehensive network across 50+ carriers in over 30 countries and is the worldwide exclusive rights holders to over 70% of all Bollywood content for... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Don't blame Francis Ford Coppola Apr 10, 2009
Previous Mafia-inspired entertainment properties have shown that the style of a killing sends a message and this game exists wholly within a world created by other entertainment but that is a thin foundation for a sequence that must be repeated a dozen times or more. The flawed favour system simply doesn't hold up to the weight placed upon it, which tells you all you need to know about The Godfather II as a game. (Globe and Mail)
'Crawl ads' creeping in Mar 28, 2009
NBC has taken things a step further, running ads for entertainment properties that aren't set to run on its own airwaves. The Peacock has run ads at the bottom of the screen for movies such as "American Gangster" and "Evan Almighty" - produced by Universal, owned by the network's parent, NBC Universal - during first-run episodes of ".". (Boston Globe)
Fox Reality Channel's Original Series "American Idol Extra" Premieres at a Special Time on Thursday, March 26 Mar 24, 2009
19 Founder/CEO Simon Fuller has developed and managed some of the biggest entertainment properties of our time, with credits that include the creation of TV phenomenon AMERICAN IDOL, SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE, and the HBO series Little Britain USA. 19s unique talent includes legendary musical icon Annie Lennox, country music sensation Carrie Underwood, the pop group sensation Spice Girls, and IDOL alumni Chris Daughtry and David Cook, supermodel Claudia Schiffer and soccer icon David... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Can Teen.com TV Become Webs MTV? Mar 18, 2009
Separately, Alloy is leveraging its own entertainment properties, such as bestselling young-adult book series Private, which will become a Web series on Teen. com TV in late summer. (TVweek.com)
Marvel Universe Mar 18, 2009
That has changed, as newly-formed Gazillion Entertainment has revealed its existence and announced a partnership to develop MMO games based on Marvel Entertainment properties. The licensing agreement means that Gazillion can make games that feature thousands of Marvel's characters, including Wolverine, Hulk, and Iron Man. (IGN PC Games)
Discovery Seeks New Deliveries For Online Sales Mar 17, 2009
Delivery Agent counts 125 entertainment properties from major media companies such as ABC, CBS, NBC Universal, Twentieth Century Fox, MTV Networks, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Boston Celtics, UFC and The Weinstein Co. among its online e-commerce clients. "Transitioning to a royalty model provides opportunity for increased profitability while significantly reducing the financial risk of holding large product inventory," said Discovery Commerce COO Kelly Day in a statement. (Multichannel News)
Crue Fest 2 Line Up Announced Today Mar 17, 2009
MSG Media is a division of Madison Square Garden, L.P., which is owned by Cablevision Systems Corporation, and includes the New York Knicks (NBA); the New York Rangers (NHL); the New York Liberty (WNBA); the Hartford Wolf Pack (American Hockey League); MSG Entertainment, which includes concerts and events at Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, The WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden, the Beacon Theatre, as well as the legendary Chicago Theatre, and which manages wholly-owned live... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fox overhauls the leadership of its entertainment divisions Mar 13, 2009
The News Corporation, the parent of Fox, announced the moves as part of what it labeled an overhaul of several of its entertainment properties. The change in the entertainment division at Fox was easily the most significant. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Chameleon Branded Entertainment Announces the Launch of Mërge, an International Script-to-Screen Competition, Dedicated to Highlighting Multicultural Experiences in the Ever Converging Global Environment Mar 7, 2009
Our mission is to create branded entertainment properties that penetrate popular culture and contribute to the social fabric of the world. For more information visit:chameleonbranded. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Total Rock, Total Rewards Rock Band(R) Competition Invades The Venue at Horseshoe Casino, March 6 - April 17 Mar 4, 2009
Horseshoe Casino is one of seventeen Harrah's Entertainment properties to host six local, weekly Rock Band competitions allowing fans of the popular game a chance to win a prize package including tickets to their choice of concert at The Venue and dinner at the Village Square Buffet, plus an opportunity to advance to the Regional Finals for a chance to win a VIP Suite Package to The Venue and dinner at Jack Binion's Steak House ... The seventeen Harrah's Entertainment properties participating in... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Norton Healthcare becomes major sponsor of new Louisville arena Mar 3, 2009
Learfield-owned Team Services, which represents the marketing rights for Louisville Arena Sports & Entertainment Properties, sold the Norton deal. It is the first of four to eight cornerstone sponsorships the group intends to sell for the $238 million, 22,000-seat basketball and multipurpose arena, which is scheduled to open in November 2010. (Louisville Business First, KY)
STARS' POWER OUTAGE Feb 22, 2009
"Brands are just not going to be able to justify big up-front sums of money in this climate," said Jarrod Moses, president and CEO of United Entertainment Group, which brings together brands and entertainment properties. In addition to not being able to afford the superstars, marketers are also concerned about a star running full speed into controversy - as in the case of Michael Phelps, who was dumped by Kellogg's after he was caught on camera with a bong. (New York Post -- Business)
Harrah's Entertainment and MTV Games Announce the Total Rock, Total Rewards Rock Band(R) Competition Feb 20, 2009
The competition kicks off in March when Harrah's Entertainment properties become the first in the world to have official and permanent, fully-equipped Rock Band entertainment stages. (Photo: ). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pokemon(R) Comes to DVD in an all-new Feature-Length Movie Pokemon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior March 31, 2009 From Universal Studios Home Entertainment Feb 19, 2009
Pokemon was introduced in North America in 1998 and today is one of the most popular toy and entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hasbro's Toy Fair Offerings Showcase Powerful Brands and Wide Array of Entertainment Options in Traditional Toys and Games and Beyond Feb 12, 2009
LULU, MY CUDDLIN KITTY loves to snuggle; gently rub her back and she will purr" and "meow" to show that she is happy. Once she's relaxed, LULU will roll over onto her back, indicating its time to have her tummy rubbed. Just like a "real" cat, LULU preens as she "licks" her little paw, then lifts it up to clean her adorable face.ZAMBI THE BABY ELEPHANT, a special edition FURREAL FRIENDS plush toy(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $49.99/ Available: Fall 09)Hasbro is introducing... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Socialcast Harnesses Power of Online Conversations Feb 8, 2009
But things change fast in the online world and by mid-2006 the music companies no longer had the same budgets for building entertainment properties. Socialcast's team decided to take what they'd learned and apply it to building social software for the enterprise. (IntranetJournal)
MyStudio Announces the Winner of the "Go to the Grammy®s" Music Contest and the New York Gotham Comedy Club Contest Feb 7, 2009
"The MyStudio video recording studio is located at the Scottsdale Fashion Square mall in Scottsdale, Ariz. Users can choose from a variety of backgrounds and songs from a vast catalog of licensed music for their videos. The videos can be posted online for the public to view within minutes. In June, MyStudio announced a multiyear agreement with EMI Music Publishing, the worlds leading music publisher and most recently multiyear partnerships with The GRAMMY Foundation, Gotham Comedy Club of New... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Activision Gears up for Monumental Battle With Transformers(TM): Revenge of the Fallen Feb 7, 2009
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: - ) is a worldwide leader in children's and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
