Thursday November 5, 2009 - CUSTOMERS have no need to worry about the effects of the Royal Mail workers' strike when they order goods from the Co-operative Electrical.

That's because the company always uses either its own dedicated delivery teams, or a private courier firm, to handle all deliveries.

Not only does this mean that deliveries are unaffected by the current industrial action by Royal Mail staff, but also that Co-operative Electrical can offer its customers a delivery service which is more tailored to their needs.

For instance, for all major kitchen appliances and large televisions, the company offers a Rapid Delivery service, using its own dedicated delivery team. They will deliver to customers, place the item in the room where it is required, unpack it, and take away all the packaging to be recycled.

'We take our commitment to our customers one stage further, by offering to remove their old appliances in certain instances, saving them the trouble of having to make other arrangements,' said Co-operative Electrical's Sales Manager Chris Barker..

On these larger items, Co-operative Electrical also offers customers a guaranteed delivery time slot, confirmed by email and text message the day before delivery is due to be made.
Customers ordering many smaller appliances recieve a delivery service by private courier, again bypassing
Royal Mail. For this service, Co-operative Electrical uses a highly reputable courier company, and if ordered before 5pm, items in stock at the time of order will usually be delivered on the next working day Of course, this means that customers can be sure that if they're ordering for Christmas, goods will be delivered in time, wherever they are required.

For full details of great prices and offers on a wide range of top-brand electrical goods, and of Co-operative Electrical's delivery services and charges, go to http://www.coopelectricalshop.co.uk/

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Stuck for inspiration this season on how to display any last minute seasonal point-of-sale? Well there's still plenty of time to order items for the run-up to Christmas, and to make product selection easier, UK Point Of Sale Group Limited has come up with a quick-fix solution – a Christmas wish list.

The UK manufacturer of point-of-sale materials has created the must-have list as it has been reported that consumers can look forward to seeing significant promotions and early winter sales this year. So UK POS believed a quick call stating the Christmas wish-list would assist retailers with their orders during this extremely busy period.

With UK POS' best possible prices and next day delivery available, the list features six point-of-sale options, including:
- A1 Pavement Sign to get customers in store
- A4 Snap Frames to promote Christmas special offers and deals with interchangeable posters
- Shelf Talkers for stand out pricing displays
- A4 pallet Stacking Card Holders for large displays of product promotions
- Flag Sign Holders to catch the customers attention with special offers and deals
- Extending Wire Hooks for ceiling posters to guide customers through the store

It was Rob Templeman, the chief executive of Debenhams, who predicted that consumers can look forward to significant promotions this Christmas with retailers looking to boost revenues after a somewhat turbulent year*. However UK POS fears that retail outlets could soon become over run with offers or overcrowded sales, when in fact retailers should be taking the less is more approach.

UK POS' sales and marketing director, Debra Jamieson advises:
'Overcrowding shelf space with various offers and promotions can be off putting for consumers and leave shoppers confused as to what product is truly the best value for money. Being clear and concise about your brand offerings is more important than ever this Christmas to ensure retailers secure those all important sales.'

'Retailers need to make consumers feel that an offer is too good to be missed. As such, we are advising our customers to rotate displays during the run up to Christmas, creating first come first serve offers that encourage that immediate impulse response.'

UK POS' next day delivery service means that retailer's can select their must-have display products and have them delivered in time for the Christmas rush. For further information call UK POS on 0161 431 4400 and quote: Christmas Wish List.

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CAPTION: UK Point Of Sale Group Limited makes last minute ordering easy with its Christmas Wish List of essential point-of-sale items

RESOURCES:
http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/retailing/article6886546.ece

For more information on this story, please contact Fiona Shackleton at Manifest Communications on 01484 469601 or email: fiona@manifestcomms.co.uk

Notes to editors:

Established in 1989 and with its head office in Stockport, UK Point of Sale Group Limited (UK POS) is a leading manufacturer of innovative point of sale display systems. Already a preferred partner to some of the biggest names in supermarket, department store and high-street retailing, it offers over 3,000 quality items - ranging from acrylic and PVC holders to pavement signs. The majority of these items are made in the UK at the company's own manufacturing facility and all are available for next day, nationwide delivery. The company also offers bespoke solutions and continues to invest into the latest plant and machinery to keep its capabilities abreast of the very latest PoS advances.

For further information visit: www.ukpos.com

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One of Weatherchem's customers, Del Sol Food Company, has won the 2009 Package of the Year award from the Association of Dressings and Sauces (ADS), an international trade association of salad dressing, mayonnaise, mustard and other condiment sauce manufacturers and suppliers. Del Sol Food Company won the award for the unique capabilities and design of its BRIANNAS Dressing package, which was made using Weatherchem's innovative LiquiFlapper® closure.

Jerry Brown, President of Del Sol Food Company, complimented Weatherchem for its contribution to the award-winning package.

'Our search for improved packaging and functionality is continuous,' said Brown. 'The challenges of package aesthetics, process compatibility, environmental impacts, pricing and drip free dispensing were all met by Weatherchem's LiquiFlapper cap.'

The LiquiFlapper closure was designed for pourable products such as salad dressings and sauces. The cap is 10% lighter than competitive squeezable flip-top closures and is produced on energy efficient electric presses, and the one-piece design has a durable hinge, opens easily, and closes with a signature audible 'snap' to signify locked-in freshness. The LiquiFlapper features a unique tear-drop shaped orifice and sharp cut-off lip to provide controlled directional flow of liquids.

'Helping our customers develop excellent consumer packaging is why we're in this business,' said Jennifer Altstadt, President of Weatherchem Corporation. 'It's always a great feeling to help one of our customers win international recognition for one of their packages, and this award is well-deserved. Del Sol Food Company is an innovative, forward-thinking, family-owned salad dressing manufacturer with keen instincts for consumer needs and a rigorous approach to process improvement. Weatherchem salutes them for winning the 2009 Package of the Year award.'

Alstadt also thanked TricorBraun, a global leader in packaging distribution, for their efforts in creating the award-winning package. TricorBraun representatives worked with Del Sol Food Company to develop the overall packaging concept for BRIANNAS Dressing, and first suggested the Weatherchem LiquiFlapper cap as an option to include.

'TricorBraun is one of our partners in delivering packaging solutions to our customers, and we thank them for helping to create this award-winning relationship with Del Sol Food Company,' said Jennifer Altstadt. 'As one of the world's largest packaging distributors, the TricorBraun team knows a good closure product when they see it – and we're pleased that they saw the potential of the LiquiFlapper cap and introduced it to Del Sol Food Company.'

About the Package of the Year Award
The Association of Dressing and Sauces Package of the Year award was announced during the association's annual meeting, held October 10-12, 2009 in Dana Point, California. Past recipients of the Package of the Year award include Kraft Foods pourable salad dressing (2008) and Unilever Foods Hellmann's 'Easy Out!' mayonnaise squeeze bottle (2007). More information is available at http://www.dressings-sauces.org/pressroom_poty.html.

About Del Sol Food Company
Based in Brenham, Texas, the Del Sol Food Company is a family-owned and operated maker of BRIANNAS Salad Dressings, which have developed a reputation over 25 years as some of the world's most popular and sought-after salad dressings. More information is available at http://www.briannassaladdressing.com.

Weatherchem Corporation is an innovative manufacturer and marketer of convenient plastic dispensing closures and controlled access packaging. As the creators of the original Flapper® dispensing closure, Weatherchem now offers one of the industry's most innovative closure product lines. In addition to LiquiFlapper® these include: NutraFlapper®, FlapMate®, Grinder NR, NutraGen II®, and Agricap®. Whether designing or selecting packaging for a new product or revamping the design of an existing product, Weatherchem has the closures that consumers love.

For more information about Weatherchem Corporation, please contact Whitney Swamy in the Marketing Department at 800.680.3412 or e-mail wswamy@weatherchem.com.
Website: www.weatherchem.com

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Better online delivery services, limited choice of goods and long distances to stores have encouraged 94% of people living in rural areas to shop online. In 2009, 4.4 million people living in rural communities have increased their online shopping. The online discount site, www.grabvouchercodes.co.uk reported an increase of visitors from the UK countryside searching for a variety of goods including food & drink, electronics & appliances, DIY equipment, and health & beauty products.

16% say their nearest shops do not offer them the things they need
10% say their nearest shops are too far away
10% say they have increased the amount they shop online to avoid driving to their nearest high street
17% say greater reliability and convenience in home delivery has been the key reason they have increased their online spending
66% say they expect to get delivery for free
35% say they expect next day delivery

Carl Scheible, the managing director of PayPal UK, said: "The internet has brought the high street to the countryside, and as many rural communities struggle without any shops at all, online shopping will play an increasingly bigger role as a lifeline for many communities. "

"It's alarming that up to 33 village shops are closing a month, however the extraordinary choice of goods and services available online means that people living in rural Britain need not be stranded. The internet may not yet be able to meet all our shopping needs — such as a pint of milk the moment you need it — but we expect more people to join the 4.4 million in the countryside who have increased their reliance on online shopping this year alone. "

About Grab Voucher Codes
GrabVoucherCodes.co.uk makes it easy for consumers to grab deals including discount codes, promotional offers and voucher coupons, making online shopping affordable.

For more information please visit: http://www.grabvouchercodes.co.uk/

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BENTONVILLE, Ark., Today, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation kicked-off 'Walmart Gives Back,' a holiday giving initiative that will provide $32 million in monetary and in-kind donations to charitable organizations across the U.S. Executives from Feeding America and Meals On Wheels joined Walmart to launch the historic campaign by sending off a convoy of 35 trucks donated by the Walmart Foundation.

Valued at $3 million and loaded with Great Value-branded products and fresh apples, the new refrigerator trucks will arrive at Feeding America food banks in Miami, Indianapolis, New Orleans, Boston, Memphis and 30 other communities in time for Thanksgiving. Feeding America estimates that these refrigerator trucks will enable the food banks to transport up to 52.5 million pounds of food, the equivalent of 41 million additional meals, per year.

'In this economy, families and seniors across the country who rely on food banks have been hit especially hard,' said Margaret McKenna, president of the Walmart Foundation. 'As Walmart stores continue to be the price leader on groceries, our partnership with Feeding America is helping us do our part to put more food on the dinner table. Our business and our charitable giving are united in the commitment to eradicate hunger in America.'

The donated refrigerator trucks are the Walmart Foundation's response to a call from food banks that were unable to safely transport nutritious produce, deli meat, beef, chicken, dairy and other nutritious food donated from Walmart stores and other grocers. Since last November, Walmart stores and Sam's Club locations have donated more than 90 million pounds of food – the equivalent of 70 million meals – to Feeding America food banks, exceeding the company's goal and making Walmart Feeding America's largest food donor.

'With more than 90 million pounds of food donated to Feeding America's network of food banks, Walmart is Feeding America's top corporate partner in the fight against hunger,' said Vicki Escarra, president and CEO of Feeding America. 'These 35 new refrigerated trucks are critical to the food banks and will make an enormous impact in allowing the safe transport of nutritious food to millions of people in need around the country. No American should go hungry, and we are proud to partner with Walmart and fight to end domestic hunger.'

In addition, the Walmart Foundation announced today a $2.2 million grant to Meals On Wheels Association of America. Through this funding, 140 Meals On Wheels programs across the nation will upgrade or replace delivery vehicles, stoves, refrigerators and freezers. These improvements will help increase the number of meals provided to the one in nine seniors facing the threat of hunger.

'When people think of hunger in the United States the elderly do not come to mind. The reality is, though, that hundreds of thousands of our country's seniors are going to bed hungry right now. Those are our mothers, our fathers, our veterans, the people who raised us,' said Enid Borden, president and CEO of Meals On Wheels Association of America. 'We are thankful that the Walmart Foundation understands that senior hunger is a major problem and can be eradicated. I applaud Walmart for stepping up to the plate, once again, to help us deliver the next meal so no senior goes hungry.'

As in years past, the majority of Walmart's holiday giving will happen at the local level with more than $24 million donated from the Walmart Foundation to nonprofits in the communities where Walmart's 4,000 stores and clubs are located. In addition, the Walmart Foundation will, once again, donate $1.25 million to The Salvation Army and Red Kettles will fundraise at Walmart stores and Sam's Club locations nationwide from Friday, Nov. 27 through Thursday, Dec. 24.

Later this holiday season, Walmart will announce additional recipients of its Walmart Gives Back holiday giving initiative. For more information, visit www.walmartgiving.com.

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About Philanthropy at Walmart
Walmart and the Walmart Foundation are proud to support the charitable causes that are important to customers and associates in their own neighborhoods. Through its philanthropic programs and partnerships, the Walmart Foundation funds initiatives focused on creating opportunities in education, workforce development, economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, and health and wellness. From February 1, 2008 through January 31, 2009, Walmart – and its domestic and international foundations – gave more than $423 million in cash and in-kind gifts globally. To learn more, visit www.walmartfoundation.org.

About Feeding America
Feeding America provides low-income individuals and families with the fuel to survive and even thrive. As the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity, our network members supply food to more than 25 million Americans each year, including 9 million children and 3 million seniors. Serving the entire United States, more than 200 member food banks support 63,000 agencies that address hunger in all of its forms. Feeding America is headquartered in Chicago. For more information on how you can fight hunger in your community and across the country, visit www.feedingamerica.org.

About Meals On Wheels
The Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is the oldest and largest national organization in the United States representing those programs that provide meals to people in need. To obtain more information about MOWAA or to locate a local Meals On Wheels program, visit the MOWAA website at www.mowaa.org.

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The agreement sees Vodat become BroadVision's Master Partner and the only UK reseller for its eMerchandising SAAS solution. The technology works independently from the retailers web site and makes it easy to set up incentives, promotions, cross selling, recommendations, bundles, offers, companion deals and shipping discounts which can increase a retailers AOV up to 40%. This solution will be hosted by Vodat who have been selected as a strategic BroadVision® partner in the United Kingdom due to the company's extensive retail expertise.

The eMerchandising™ solution is a low-cost, low risk solution that enables retailers to support their online efforts at a minimal investment and a percentage revenue share for the increase in sales.

For more details about eMerchandising please visit http://www.vodat-int.com/emerchandising-shopping-cart-incentives.asp

Mike Bielinski, CEO at Vodat International, said, "This is an exciting partnership for our business. There are many retailers who are still without an online presence or are in the early stages of offering an online store. This solution presents an affordable and exciting piece of technology that will help retailers not only understand their customers better but also help them to grow their business and increase the average order value within a customer's shopping basket."

Ian Heggs, NEMEA Regional Manager at BroadVision, said, "We selected Vodat as our strategic partner due to the company's extensive retail experience. Vodat is a forward-looking business keen to embrace new technology to help retailers develop further and we're looking forward to working together in the UK. This low-cost investment can help retailers develop and make a big difference to growing their online efforts."

For more information please visit http://www.vodat-int.com/news_article.asp?ID=28

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BENTONVILLE, Ark. - From licensed toys to active-play items, Walmart announced today 100 additional toy Rollbacks in its intent to help families save more this holiday season. This week in all stores and online at Walmart.com, the prices of more than 100 toys will be rolled back, many at an additional 20% and 30% savings, and will last through the Christmas shopping period. This new savings effort is in addition to Walmart's 100 toys for $10 pricing previously announced, and brings to shoppers additional savings on many more of this season's hottest toys.

Moms typically begin making their purchases earlier in preparations for Christmas. According to Walmart customer research, more than 50 percent of moms aspire to have all their holiday shopping completed by Thanksgiving. In addition, half of these moms say they will purchase toys as part of their gifting plans.1

'We'll offer aggressive pricing on toys this season to ensure moms can afford the gifts that help create a holiday their kids will remember,' said Laura Phillips, vice president of Toys, Walmart. 'We believe moms are looking for toys that not only fulfill their children's holiday wishes, but also create opportunities for role play, pretend and family togetherness.'

Walmart's latest toy rollbacks* include popular licensed toys, interactive toys, favorite games, active role play items and more. A few samples of these additional savings include:

* Bakugan starter pack – $8 (33% savings)
* Rocky the Robot** – $49 (17% savings)
* Buzz Lightyear Talking Action Figure** – $29 (17% savings)
* Star Wars Light Saber – $15 (25% savings)
* Barbie 'I Can Be' Playsets with Doll – $15 (25% savings)
* Playskool Step Start Walk 'N Ride or Ball Popper – $17 (32% savings)
* FurReal Friends Lulu My Cuddlin' Kitty – $38 (24% savings)
* Air Hogs Laser Zero Gravity** - $29 (28% savings)
* Fisher-Price Power Wheels Kawasaki KFX Ride-On – $178 (10% savings)
* Jakks Sweet Oven Makeover** -- $24 (20% savings)
* More games like Candyland, Yahtzee and Chutes & Ladders - $5 (37% savings)

Many more toy savings will also be featured in Walmart's Christmas Toy Guide which will mail to homes next week. In addition, Walmart.com is offering free shipping with Site to Store on thousands of online toys, including all bikes, scooters and ride-ons. More information on Walmart's holiday savings are available online at www.walmart.com/christmasshop.

These toy savings are not limited time offers, but will be offered through the Christmas holiday. In addition, Walmart's price guarantee will match any local competitor's advertised offer on the same toy product.***

1 Data taken from Walmart customer insights October 2009.
* Prices may vary in AL, HI, OK, WI and at Walmart.com and are while supplies last. (no rain checks)
** A 2009 Walmart Top 12 Toy, which lists the retailer's selection of top toys of the season.
*** Price Guarantee is available only in Walmart stores

About Walmart
Every week, millions of customers visit Walmart stores, Neighborhood Markets, and Sam's Club locations across America or log on to its online store at www.walmart.com. The company and its Foundation are committed to a philosophy of giving back locally. Walmart is proud to support the causes that are important to customers and associates right in their own neighborhoods, and last year gave more than $378 million to local communities in the United States.

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Effective today, customers can pick up lab-quality photo prints or photo cards ordered on Snapfish.com in one hour from any of the 3,350 participating Walmart stores nationwide.

Beginning Nov. 14, Snapfish customers also will be able to pick up lab-quality photos from Duane Reade's more than 250 locations in metropolitan Manhattan, where the chain has the largest market share of any drug store retailer. Duane Reade customers also will have the option to collect large poster prints, wall calendars, hardcover photo books and photo cards at select stores.

The new relationships are expected to make Snapfish the largest print-to-store web destination in the United States.

'InfoTrends research shows a growing shift from mail-order photo to retail pickup,' said Alan Bullock, analyst, InfoTrends. 'We predict that online orders will account for nearly half of all retail photo printing within a few years.'

Snapfish customers can find and choose a pickup location in their area quickly and easily by entering their zip code at checkout.

'We are committed to offering Snapfish customers the ultimate in choice and convenience when it comes to printing their digital photos and gifts,' said Ben Nelson, general manager, Snapfish by HP. 'Our relationships with Walmart and Duane Reade extend our reach and leadership in the print-to-store category, making our prints available for pickup in more than 10,000 retail locations nationwide.'

The collaboration with Duane Reade will also extend HP's relationship with the retailer following an announcement earlier this year regarding the implementation of HP Retail Publishing Solutions in more than 200 stores. The web-to-store functionality powered by Snapfish in combination with the in-store hardware from HP allows consumers to create a wide range of photo products online for pickup at Duane Reade stores, using HP services throughout the process.

About HP

HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses and society. The world's largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com/.

This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. If such risks or uncertainties materialize or such assumptions prove incorrect, the results of HP and its consolidated subsidiaries could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and assumptions. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including but not limited to statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements concerning expected development, performance or market share relating to products and services; any statements regarding anticipated operational and financial results; any statements of expectation or belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Risks, uncertainties and assumptions include macroeconomic and geopolitical trends and events; the execution and performance of contracts by HP and its customers, suppliers and partners; the achievement of expected operational and financial results; and other risks that are described in HP's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2009 and HP's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to HP's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2008. HP assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements.

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"We're not selling no-name binders, we're offering quality brand name Wilson Jones binders at the price of the no-name products." said BuyOnlineNow CEO Bob Herman. "We're quite pleased with our customers' response to the sale. In just the first week sales are up more than 500%!"

Wilson Jones, the company that invented the 3-ring binder, is one of the best know names in the office products industry and is one of the quality brands that BuyOnlineNow is proud to partner with to provide direct from the factory pricing to consumers across the USA.

About BuyOnlineNow: Starting with just a single employee over ten years ago, BuyOnlineNow has grown be considered one of the leaders in the US office product industry. BuyOnlineNow.ca, serving Canada, was opened in 2007.

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BENTONVILLE, Ark. – According to The Vision Council, 63 percent of American adults wear eyeglasses. For many, finding the ideal frames can be compared to locating the perfect pair of jeans – both require trial and error before discovering a pair that best fits one's shape, style and budget.

'Finding the perfect frames doesn't have to be difficult or break the bank,' said supermodel and fashion designer Daisy Fuentes, whose line of affordable eyewear is sold at Walmart Vision Centers. 'Before heading out to purchase new eyeglasses, I recommend narrowing down your choices by focusing on your facial features before looking for the latest trends.'

People who try to follow trends too closely when shopping for glasses may end up choosing a pair that doesn't fit properly or complement their face. Experts suggest finding frames that accentuate your best features before focusing on the look you are trying to achieve, whether it's stylish, intelligent or geek chic.

Fuentes recommends the following tips for matching the perfect pair of glasses with various face shapes:

* Oval: Keep balance and proportion in mind when trying on different options and look for frames that are as wide as the broadest part of the face. Make sure the eyewear features aren't overwhelming.
* Round: A round face is full with curvy lines and no angles. Use eyewear to provide a slimming effect and minimize the fullness of the face. Avoid square styles. Look for oversized eye shapes in oval or rectangle to make the face appear longer and thinner.
* Square: Square faces often have a strong jaw line, broad forehead and wide chin and cheekbones. Choose a frame with soft lines or curves to enhance and make the face appear longer. Try highlighting the cheekbones with a cat-eye inspired look.

Eyeglass Frames Help Accentuate Features and Style
Another factor in choosing frames is the lens prescription, which affects which frame style you should pick. Plastic frames are usually the first choice for thick lenses, although they may have a tendency to slide down the nose frequently without adjustable nose supports. Metal frames are more durable and can be a great choice for people who prefer a lower-profile design. Whichever the choice of frames, be sure to pick a color that complements hair, eye color and skin tone.

'If you have red hair and freckles, avoid bright red frames. Dark skin tones look great with a lighter pair of glasses and vice versa,' said Fuentes. 'Pick hues that accentuate your eye color. You can amplify your brown or blue eyes by wearing glasses with a similar shade.'

The final step in the frame selection process is to find a design that fits your personality and style. This season's hottest eyewear trends include:

* Animal Attraction: Leopard and snake in all shapes, sizes and colors. Mix with any trend color to make a glam statement.
* Retro Revival: Vintage is new again with a sprinkle of geek chic. A great vintage accessory will spice up any wardrobe and keep a signature look from looking stale.
* Star Studded: Bold, brave, confident…perfect to satisfy the inner-diva and make heads turn when entering a room.
* True Beauty: From airy feminine details to dangerous curves, make sure to infuse some personality into an everyday wardrobe.

Regular Eye Exams Help Maintain Good Vision
After selecting frames, it's important for people to wear their glasses as recommended by their optometrist and to get regular eye exams to ensure the prescription stays up to date.

'Regular eye exams are a vital step to ensure healthy vision,' said Mark Larsen, Walmart's vice president for health and wellness merchandising. 'Through Walmart Vision Centers, we're able to provide families with access to affordable eye health services and products.'

The latest eyewear styles by Daisy Fuentes and other celebrities, as well as affordable eye exams by independent licensed optometrists, are available at nearly 3,000 Walmart Vision Centers across the country. Daisy's collection of stylish frames range in price from $102 to $127. To see Daisy's complete collection of eyewear, stop by your local Walmart Vision Center.

About Walmart
Every week, millions of customers visit Walmart stores, Neighborhood Markets, and Sam's Club locations across America or log on to its online store at www.walmart.com. The company and its Foundation are committed to a philosophy of giving back locally. Walmart (NYSE: WMT) is proud to support the causes that are important to customers and associates right in their own neighborhoods, and last year gave more than $378 million to local communities in the United States. More information about Walmart can be found by visiting www.walmartstores.com.

1The Vision Council and Jobson Optical Research: VisionWatch report, June 2009

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American plates have been enamored with the tastes and flavors of Italian meals for years. In fact, when asked to name their favorite ethnic cuisine, American consumers have consistently named 'Italian' as one of the top choices, according to the Institute of Food Technologists . Marie Callender's knows that an authentic Italian meal requires more than simply putting pasta on a plate so just in time for National Pasta Month, the brand has teamed up with award-winning Italian-American chef, Food Network host and Top Chef Masters contestant Michael Chiarello to help Americans create a full, authentic Italian dining experience at home.

As seven out of 10 Americans have proclaimed a taste for authentic, home-cooked Italian meals, nearly half don't have the time or energy to prepare one . Now, busy consumers desiring a taste of Italy can enjoy a variety of bona fide Italian meals that are both fresh and flavorful – from the freezer, to the microwave, to the table in less than five minutes with the popular new Marie Callender's Pasta al Dente line from ConAgra Foods. Marie Callender's, which launched the line with six meals in March, is introducing four new varieties.

'Whether you're preparing a homemade Italian meal from scratch or enjoying the convenience of Marie Callender's Pasta al Dente varieties, a few simple tricks can transform your home into the Italian countryside for an evening,' said Chiarello. 'Gourmet hors d'oeuvres, colorful sides, a mouthwatering entrée, decadent desserts, wines and lots of ambiance can really round out the Italian experience.'

Learn more from Chef Michael Chiarello on how to fully experience the Italian meal and how Marie Callender's Pasta Al Dente can provide consumers with experience real ingredients and flavor steamed to perfection within minutes.

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BENTONVILLE, Ark. - With a commitment to save American shoppers more than ever this holiday season, Walmart (NYSE:WMT) announced it will offer weekly deep savings events and new everyday low prices on thousands of items across the store, starting today through the holiday period. Each week, Walmart will announce new pricing reductions, beginning with select items in groceries and entertainment.

"Many of these prices represent the lowest we've offered in years, because we know these are tough times for American families," said Eduardo Castro-Wright, vice chairman, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. "We made a purposeful decision to focus initially on everyday staples as well as items that often require larger spending commitments in preparation for Thanksgiving and Christmas."

Recently, 75 percent of Walmart customers said they agreed it was important this year to find more affordable ways for making the upcoming holiday season successful, with many customers saying they even plan to cut down on the amount spent on individuals on their gifting lists. Walmart's commitment aims to put holiday savings in every home. For example, starting this week Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com (www.walmart.com) will lower prices on select frequently purchased groceries and popular toys, including:

* Rolls of 73% lean ground beef - $1.25 per pound (26% savings)
* Bananas - $0.39 per pound (27% savings)
* Spring Valley 500 mg chewable vitamin C (60 count) - $2 (60% savings)
* Bakugan traps - $5 (36% savings)
* Select board games, kids activity kits and Hot Wheels sets -- $15 (17% to 25% savings)
* Ripstick - $49 (27% savings)

'America is depending on Walmart to make the holidays affordable and we are responding with a selection of stunning price reductions,' said John Fleming, Walmart U.S. chief merchandising officer. 'We sell items for every holiday purchase occasion, so we're perfectly positioned to help -- from quality food for holiday meals, to preparing the home for guests, to the toys under the tree.'

These price cuts will only increase the savings that Walmart grocery shoppers experience each and every week. According to recent price audits, Walmart's prices for frequently purchased grocery items averaged at least 14 percent less than the leading national supermarkets on the same items.

Because of the operational improvements Walmart has made through its remodeling program of stores across the U.S. and faster service at checkout, customer satisfaction scores are at an all-time high.

'We're excited about the season because the shopping experience in our stores is better than ever,' said Bill Simon, Walmart U.S. chief operating officer.

About Walmart
Every week, millions of customers visit Walmart stores, Neighborhood Markets, and Sam's Club locations across America or log on to its online store at www.walmart.com. The company and its Foundation are committed to a philosophy of giving back locally. Walmart is proud to support the causes that are important to customers and associates right in their own neighborhoods, and last year gave more than $378 million to local communities in the United States. More information about Walmart can be found by visiting www.walmartstores.com.

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1Based on responses from 1,000 Moms who shop at Walmart. Research conducted by Lynx Research Consulting for Walmart in September 2009.

2Grocery items not available for purchase at Walmart.com.

3Prices may vary in OK and WI; all 'was' pricing based on an average of Walmart's national everyday low prices.

4Savings based on weekly price audits on 249 comparable items at the leading national supermarkets conducted from 8/29/09 to 9/25/09; excludes produce, meat and random weight items. Savings at individual stores may vary.

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Having opened on 4th September 2009, the new self storage centre in Leicester, conveniently located on the A6, is one of Safestore's biggest self storage centres, perfect for business storage as well as personal storage.

With facilities such as: a DHL service point to send parcels worldwide; free 24 hour van hire and up to four weeks free storage for new customers, self storage in Leicester is now adequately catered for, and with Safestore's lowest price guarantee, offers cost effective storage solutions.

Customers can now also use their Tesco Clubcard Deals tokens to pay for their self storage with Safestore.

Safestore CEO, Steve Williams, said: 'Safestore is consistently demonstrating strong and steady growth this year. The recession is anything but doom and gloom for the storage sector - domestic customers are learning the value of storage to help them through different life phases, for example, de-cluttering or home improvements, whereas for businesses, storage is often a cost effective way to help them grow without moving into new premises.'

'Part of our property strategy is to expand into key towns and areas in order to give us full national coverage. Leicester is instrumental in our drive to build the business in the Midlands,' added Williams.

Safestore currently has 94 stores in the UK, plus three business centres and the Leicester store is now their sixth self storage centre in the Midlands.

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October 20, 2009— Following on the heels of its award-winning Ladybug® iPod® docking speaker, Vestalife will launch three new iPod/iPhone®-docking speakers this fall, initially available worldwide at the Apple Store (www.apple.com) and at Apple retail stores.

'We designed all three products with a diverse spectrum of consumers in mind and to create an emotional connection with all,' said Vestalife Founder and President Wayne Ludlum. With stunning and distinctive design, all are available in three special tactile soft-touch finishes; metallic red, metallic silver and metallic black, all featuring black chrome accents.

All are portable, with full-function remote controls, USB iTunes syncing, Video-out, Auxiliary-in jacks and will charge the iPhone as well as iPod nano, iPod classic and iPod touch. All have built-in subwoofers with digital amplifier technology and include world-wide power adapters for use anywhere in the world. Their simple, uncomplicated soft-touch power and volume up/down controls are intuitive and easy to use.

Ladybug II® ($99.99) is larger than its iconic cousin, Ladybug, with upgraded electronics and stronger bass response with a ported subwoofer and is AC or battery powered by 4-AA batteries and is certified 'Made for iPod and Works with iPhone.'

Firefly® ($129.99) with its organic flowing lines that give it a unique attitude and personality and that produce a wide, smooth soundstage is AC or battery powered by 4-AA batteries and is certified 'Made for iPod and Works with iPhone.'

Mantis® ($179.99) with its elegant artistry, rich detail and rich textures, features a down-firing subwoofer and creates a sound quality experience that compares with speakers twice its cost. Mantis® is AC or battery powered by 4-AA batteries and is certified 'Made for iPod and Works with iPhone.'

The theme of the names, Ladybug, Firefly and Mantis is carried through with folding, hinged speakers that resemble wings when open on each model, creating a distinctive design and style and amazing stereo soundstage in a small area.

'These three new models are the culmination of months of design, research and engineering. We have maintained our important core values of connecting emotionally to the consumer, who will be surprised and thrilled at the performance, design and quality of these products,' enthuses Vestalife CEO Fred Faulkner. 'We are very excited to offer these products through Apple Stores and Apple.com this fall. Apple has invigorated and forever changed the consumer audio experience through iTunes®, iPod, and iPhone. We are extremely pleased to be associated with their global retail team who clearly understand the importance of creating an emotional connection with consumers.'

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Vestalife includes a celebrated and highly accomplished team who is committed to one thing: bringing innovative design to build great products that deliver exceptional consumer experiences.

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ABOUT VESTALIFE:
Vestalife, which draws its name from the Roman goddess of home, hearth and family, designs, develops and manufactures high-performance, inspiring audio and lifestyle products. The company's products are designed to inspire with their style, delight with their form and function, and appeal to touch, sight and sound -- creating a complete sensory experience. Vestalife is a "Made for iPod" and 'Works with iPhone' licensee. The company is headquartered in Studio City, CA. Find out more at: www.vesta-life.com.

Vestalife is among the most honored new lifestyle electronic companies to come on the scene in recent years. They earned two consecutive 'Best of Show' and first 'Best of the Year' titles at Macworld 2008 and 2009 from Mac experts iLounge. This was followed by an unprecedented win at this past spring's Fashion Group International's Rising Star Awards in the Home and Design category for their speaker docks for iPod® &iPhone® —the first electronics company ever to be nominated (and to win) in that category.

Magic Water Project
Vestalife is a proud supporter of The MagicWater Project, a group of parents, researchers, and doctors with a mission of saving the lives of kids diagnosed with pediatric cancers. The name stems from conversations with a four year-old girl diagnosed with cancer. The chemotherapy treatment was described as the magic water that would lessen the pain. The MagicWater promise to kids fighting cancer is that someday there will be a magic water to make all kid cancers go away forever. Vestalife is donating a percentage of all proceeds to fulfill this promise. If you would like to learn more about MagicWater or make a donation please log on to www.magicwater.org.

Leland Drummond
ldrummond@platformgrp.com
Henry Eshelman
heshelman@platformgrp.com
PR/Marketing
Vestalife
Phone: (323) 337-9042

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN: A public interest group that focuses on food and agriculture, The Cornucopia Institute, announced this week that it had filed formal complaints with the USDA's organic program, and Wisconsin and Minnesota officials, alleging that Target Corporation has misled consumers into thinking some conventional food items it sells are organic.

The complaints are the latest salvo into a growing controversy whereas corporate agribusiness and major retailers have been accused of blurring the line between "natural" products and food that has been grown, processed and properly certified organic under tight federal standards.

"Major food processors have recognized the meteoric rise of the organic industry, and profit potential, and want to create what is in essence 'organic light,' taking advantage of the market cachet but not being willing to do the heavy lifting required to earn the valuable USDA organic seal," said Mark A. Kastel, Senior Farm Policy Analyst at Cornucopia.

The Wisconsin-based farm policy research group discovered Target nationally advertised Silk soymilk in newspapers with the term "organic" pictured on the carton's label, when in fact the manufacturer, Dean Foods, had quietly shifted their products away from organics.

Dean Foods, and its WhiteWave division, received media scrutiny, and industry condemnation, this past spring for not notifying retailers or changing the UPC codes, when they quietly switched to conventional soybeans in their core-products.

Dean/WhiteWave also received heat in the organic food and agriculture community when they decided to convert some of their Horizon products, the leading organic label in terms of sales volume, to cheaper "natural" (conventional) ingredients. "This really hit a nerve because one of these new Horizon products, Little Blends yogurt, is aimed specifically at toddlers, at an early stage of development, where the nutritional superiority of organic food, and its utility in avoiding chemical residues in our food, is so critically important," Kastel added.

A front-page story in the Chicago Tribune in July outlined a consumer survey that showed the public was unclear about the difference between natural and organic labels and that some corporations, particularly Dean Foods, were taking advantage of the confusion in the marketplace.

The story quoted Suzanne Shelton, president and CEO of the Shelton Group which conducted the survey, as saying, 'They [consumers] think 'natural' is regulated by the government but that organic isn't, and of course it's just the opposite.'

In fact, a strict set of farm and food handling standards have been developed and implemented by the federal government to regulate food that qualifies for the USDA's organic seal. For the most part, food products containing 'natural' ingredients represent little more than soothing marketing puffery aimed at consumers.

This is not the first tangle involving Cornucopia and Target. The giant Minneapolis-based retailer's own upscale private label food line, Archer Farms, which blurs the line selling both natural and organically labeled food, came under scrutiny when Cornucopia discovered that it's organic milk supplier, Colorado-based Aurora Dairy, was flagrantly violating federal organic livestock standards and filed a complaint with the USDA.

USDA investigators determined that Aurora had willfully violated 14 federal organic regulations. In what was condemned as a "sweetheart deal" by some in the organic industry, the Bush administration allowed Aurora to stay in business. Unlike some other retailers, Target stuck with Aurora as their milk supplier for their Archer Farms label.

"In an industry where educational achievement and passion are the common denominators in describing its clientele, Target could certainly be viewed as arrogant to think they can take advantage of consumers by ignoring both the spirit and letter of the laws governing organic commerce," Kastel affirmed.

SuperTarget stores have gained significant market share around the country and are, according to a recent Nielsen/Shelby report, now the number two grocer in Minnesota's Twin Cities market.

'We feel very strongly about taking seriously the use of the regulated term: Organic,' said Lindy Bannister, general manager of The Wedge, the nation's largest member-owned cooperative store. 'Although we welcome all the players that bring organic food to people, we must insist that, for the unregulated (the non-certified retailers), they at the very least should proof their ads as they are subject to a federal fine for misusing that regulated term.'

This is not the first time The Cornucopia Institute has found that specialty retailers, like the nation's approximately 275 co-op grocers, have faced unethical competition from big-box chains. After the group filed complaints with federal and state regulators against Wal-Mart in 2006, also alleging misrepresention of conventional food as organic with improper signage in their stores, the nation's largest retailer signed consent agreements with the USDA and the state of Wisconsin committing to change their practices.

"Wal-Mart did indeed clean up its act, as we expect Target to do, but it should not take the judicious oversight of an industry watchdog to cause these giant corporations to comply with the law, said Will Fantle, research director for the Wisconsin-based Cornucopia. "One of the reasons these companies can undercut other retailers is they do not invest in the kind of management expertise necessary to prevent problems of this nature from occurring."

"It's bad enough Target steals real farmers' identities with that fake 'Archer Farms' label," said Barth Anderson, a consumer long involved in the organic movement and chief blogger at Fair Food Fight. "But blurring the lines between natural and organic is just plain wrong. Target is trying to profiteer at the expense of consumers like me."

Anderson was adamant that, "There's nothing wrong with larger corporations being involved in organics but if they squeeze out ethical companies by cutting corners, or play fast and loose by the rules, everyone loses — real farmers, organic consumers and retailers alike. Blurring the lines between natural and organic is just plain trying to profiteer at the expense of consumers like me."

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The complaint filed with the USDA's National Organic Program can be viewed here:

http://www.cornucopia.org/USDA/TargetComplaint_10-09.pdf

Photos of Mr. Kastel and Mr. Fantle, along with a graphic file of the Cornucopia logo, are available upon request.

The Cornucopia Institute, a Wisconsin-based nonprofit farm policy research group, is dedicated to the fight for economic justice for the family-scale farming community. Their Organic Integrity Project acts as a corporate and governmental watchdog assuring that no compromises to the credibility of organic farming methods and the food it produces are made in the pursuit of profit. Their web page can be viewed at www.cornucopia.org.

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* International unit case volume growth of 4 percent in the quarter and year-to-date led to solid worldwide unit case volume growth of 2 percent in the quarter and year-to-date.

* Third quarter reported EPS was $0.81, even with the prior year quarter. Comparable EPS was $0.82, down 1 percent versus the prior year quarter reflecting a negative currency impact.

* Reported operating income decreased 2 percent in the quarter and decreased 4 percent year-to-date. Comparable currency neutral operating income growth of 9 percent in the quarter and year-to-date, exceeding our long-term growth target.

* Strong cash generation, with year-to-date cash from operations of $6.3 billion, an increase of 11 percent versus the prior year period.

* Global volume and value share gains continued for the ninth consecutive quarter.

* Productivity initiatives well on track to achieve $500 million in annualized savings by year-end 2011; with plans to deliver more than half of the savings by year-end 2009.

ATLANTA -- The Coca-Cola Company reports sound third quarter 2009 operating results with unit case volume increasing 2 percent, successfully cycling 5 percent growth in the prior year quarter. Internationally, we achieved broad-based unit case volume growth of 4 percent, cycling 7 percent growth in the prior year quarter. In the quarter, unit case volume growth increased strongly in key emerging markets with 37 percent growth in India, 15 percent growth in China and 3 percent growth in Brazil.

Globally, we gained volume and value share in nonalcoholic ready-to-drink beverages for the ninth consecutive quarter. The global "Open Happiness" campaign continued to fuel growth of brand Coca-Cola. Notably, brand Coca-Cola unit case volume growth was strong, up 2 percent in the quarter, across both developed and emerging markets including 8 percent growth in Mexico, 6 percent growth in Italy, 27 percent growth in India and 3 percent growth in China. Total sparkling beverage unit case volume increased 1 percent in the quarter, with international sparkling beverage unit case volume increasing 2 percent, cycling 5 percent growth in the prior year quarter. Total still beverage unit case volume increased 7 percent in the quarter, led by sound growth across the portfolio, including juices and fruit stills, teas and water brands. Still beverage unit case volume increased 10 percent internationally and was even in North America.

"I am pleased to report that we have again delivered solid results this quarter," said Muhtar Kent, chairman and chief executive officer, The Coca-Cola Company. "We continue to grow our currency neutral revenues, gain global nonalcoholic ready-to-drink volume and value share, expand our margins and invest in our business, all while generating tremendous cash flow. The fundamentals of our business remain strong and our franchise system is delivering results that keep us on track to achieve our long-term growth expectations. Although we expect the consumer to continue facing economic uncertainties into 2010 and for consumer sentiment to recover slowly, we believe more than ever that we have the right strategies being executed, the right leadership team in place and have taken the right actions this year to drive continued growth and to make the most of the abundant opportunities before us."

"This is a dynamic time in the history and evolution of our Company," said Mr. Kent. "With our 2020 Vision, we have a clear Coca-Cola system vision for the future of our business, and we are applying that vision in our strategic planning, system alignment and focused execution. Each day we work diligently to make our Company stronger for the future and to ensure that we continue driving long-term sustainable results, while delivering the beverages that consumers love."
Financial Highlights

* Year-to-date reported net revenues decreased 5 percent. After excluding structural items, year-to-date net revenues increased 5 percent on a comparable currency neutral basis, in line with our long-term growth target.
* Year-to-date reported operating income decreased 4 percent. With continued focus on cost management and by leveraging our productivity initiatives, year-to-date operating income increased 9 percent on a comparable currency neutral basis, exceeding our long-term growth target.
* Year-to-date cash from operations increased to $6.3 billion, and we repurchased $241 million of our stock in the third quarter.

Notes

* All references to growth rate percentages and share compare the results of the period to those of the prior year comparable period.
* All references to unit case volume percentage changes are computed based on average daily sales for all periods presented.
* 2009 year-to-date results are positively impacted by five additional selling days, which will be offset by six fewer selling days in the fourth quarter.
* Our long-term growth targets as referenced in this release are on a comparable currency neutral basis and exclude structural changes.

Review the complete third quarter and year-to-date 2009 results: http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/pdfs/ko_earnings20091020.pdf

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The department store will be offering a wide range of gourmet gifts and hampers with many items sourced from specialist and exclusive suppliers. Products include cheeses from Paxton & Whitfield, wines from Justerini & Brooks, smoked fish from Inverawe Smokehouse and treats from the Duchy Originals range.

House of Fraser will also be offering customers a Luxury Christmas hamper which comes presented in a sturdy wooden crate and features many Christmas essentials including Sarcey champagne, first-class wines and an array of delicious treats. For something a little bit different, House of Fraser also offers the All American Hamper. The hamper contains a number of items, all from the other side of the Atlantic, ranging from Canadian maple syrup and New York Delhi Hot Bombay Mix to Jardine's Texas pickles and Frank's Red Hot Chilli n' Lime sauce. This hamper is available for delivery direct to customers' door, just in time for Christmas.

For Christmas Day itself, the award-winning KellyBronze is the ultimate Christmas turkey. The turkey guarantees the very best in welfare, farming methods and flavour. For a Boxing Day feast Jimmy's Farm meat hampers are on offer. These Christmas hampers feature a selection of free range, rare breed meats, including a selection of Jimmy's Farm pork as well as two sirloin steaks and a rolled back rib of beef sourced directly from other Suffolk farmers. Also being made available online is the Jimmy's Farm Hamper which includes all British contents ranging from bitter, stout and ale, to farmhouse chutney and apple sauce. The hamper is now available with the Jimmy's 'On the Farm' book and a cook's apron.

As well as its range of Christmas hampers, House of Fraser will be offering a number of additional luxury food items, including Paxton & Whitfield Pate & Wine, which features Côtes de Duras wine and French chicken liver pate.

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About House of Fraser
House of Fraser is a department store group with 62 enviable locations across the UK and Ireland. As one of the best known names on the high street, House of Fraser has presented customers with an unrivalled nationwide department store for 160 years. The company was acquired by the Highland consortium in November 2006 marking the beginning an exciting new chapter in its history. The group has annual sales in excess of £1.25bn and employs 6,500 House of Fraser staff and 10,000 concession staff through 5 million sq ft of selling space.

About KellyBronze
The Kelly family saved the bronze turkey from near extinction in the early 1980's and are the only farmers in the world to have complete control of the whole farming chain from pure line genetics to selling from the farm gate.

For further information please contact:
Rea Shahroudi
Online Acquisition Manager
House of Fraser
27 Baker Street
London
W1U 8AH
020 7003 4650
blog.houseoffraser.co.uk

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DENVER.- A new food rating system that analyzes both nutrition and cost value of food may now make it easier for people to find budget-friendly, nutritious foods in today's tough economy. The Affordable Nutrition Index (ANI), unveiled today at the American Dietetic Association's Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo by leading nutrition expert Adam Drewnowski, PhD, professor at the University of Washington, is the first and only tool that assesses food's nutritional profile and cost value to create a nutrition-value-per-dollar score.1

The ANI is guided by recommendations in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans and calculates a food score based on nine essential nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C and E) and three nutrients to limit: saturated fat, added sugars and sodium.

Nearly 300 commonly eaten foods including fresh vegetables, fruits, grains from an independent food intake frequency questionnaire2, and various convenience foods, including a variety of Campbell's® soups, were assessed in the study. Results showed that dark colored vegetables, certain fruits and vegetable soups were among the most affordable, nutritious foods.

"In today's economy, more people are making food choices based solely on cost, so it's important to guide them on ways to get nutritious options without hurting their wallets," said Drewnowski. "It is important to identify a wide range of affordable, nutritious choices that can help people build a balanced diet that fits their lifestyle and budget."

Vegetables and Vegetable Soups Get Top Scores for Nutrition and Value

In Drewnowski's analysis, the ANI ranked two dozen soups as comparable to - and in some cases, higher than - many common fruits and vegetables. Drewnowski concluded that based on nutrition and price value, vegetable soups can be a convenient way to help people eat a more healthful, yet affordable, diet consistent with Dietary Guidelines. This new research further validates the importance of including affordable choices across multiple categories of nutritious fresh and prepared foods.

Among the specific findings:

* Carrots, sweet potatoes and broccoli were at the top of the ANI scale; oranges and bananas were the top-scoring fruits in the index.
* Twenty-five Campbell's soups followed closely on the ANI scale, particularly condensed vegetable soup varieties that are lower in sodium, like Campbell's® Healthy Request® condensed vegetable soup, which is certified as heart-healthy by the American Heart Association, and Campbell's® Tomato soup, which recently underwent a 32 percent reduction in sodium and is one of the top-selling soups in the United States.
* Other fresh or cooked vegetables (peas, string beans, squash, lettuce) and fresh fruits (raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, grapes, nectarines, apples) were also highly ranked. Drewnowski's research indicates that food, nutrition and price are typically viewed independently by experts. He believes a more inclusive concept of nutrition-per-dollar must be embraced broadly by health experts and the government, as it more accurately reflects the way people actually make food decisions.

"The obesity epidemic in this country has the potential to get even worse if people are unable to find nutritious choices they can afford and that also fit with their lifestyle," said Drewnowski. "I'm hoping the Dietary Guidelines set to be released in 2010 will include the importance of affordable nutrition in its recommendations."

Drewnowski points out that soup has added value and appeal for people because it can easily be found in most supermarkets and local convenience stores, is simple to prepare and highly satisfying. Plus, there are many varieties to choose from, which helps make affordable menu planning enjoyable.

"Ease, familiarity and enjoyment are critical to developing lifelong habits," said Drewnowski. "If nutrition and health professionals can get people to include affordable, nutritious and convenient foods as part of a balanced diet, we have moved them a step in the right direction toward healthful eating."

More About The Affordable Nutrition Index (ANI)

The ANI incorporates the nutrient density of individual foods and beverages as measured by the previously validated "Nutrient Rich Foods Index"3 also created by Dr. Drewnowski. It combines this index with price data from the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) 2001-2002 database, a 2008 survey of Seattle supermarkets and soup prices from Campbell Soup Company4, which also supported this research by Dr. Drewnowski at the University of Washington. All foods were graphed on the index to assess their nutritional benefits and cost. Higher scores in the index indicate more nutritional value for the dollar.

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WAYNE, NJ - Toys"R"Us today announced the four key trends it expects will dominate toy purchases this holiday season. The 2009 toy-buying trends range from nostalgic toys that bring back comforting childhood memories to do-it-yourself craft projects. As young ones dream of unwrapping presents on Christmas morning, parents are planning their holiday shopping, balancing what their children want with what fits their budget. The trends ñ Retro Rewind; Designed By Me!; Tiny Treasures, Teeny Prices; and Investing in the Future ñ were identified based on the company's year-long observations of shopping habits, along with tracking the toys expected to top kids' wish lists.

"As THE toy authority, with stores in 34 countries across the globe, we have unique insights into toy-buying trends," said Karen Dodge, Senior Vice President, Chief Merchandising Officer, Toys"R"Us, U.S. "The four key trends we've identified this year reflect both the current times and parents' perennial desire for toys that offer outstanding value AND quality."

Following are the four toy-buying trends identified by Toys"R"Us for the 2009 holiday season, as well as representative toys, all of which can be found in the company's stores nationwide or online at Toysrus.com.

TREND #1: RETRO REWIND
Perhaps longing for simpler times, many parents are increasingly looking to introduce their little ones to toys they cherished when they were children. Whether in its original form or an updated version of an old favorite, many toys of yesteryear are back again, bringing fun and smiles to a whole new generation of kids. Nostalgic playthings represented in this trend are truly the "comfort foods" of toys:

* Sesame Street® The Original Tickle Me™ Elmo from Fisher-Price® made laughter contagious among kids of all ages more than a decade ago, and now it is back, exclusively at Toys"R"Us. This classic toy started a phenomenon when it was first released and is sure to bring smiles to little ones today.
* Strawberry Shortcake™ Berry Café™ from Hasbro® is the latest hangout and home for the sweet-smelling doll that moms enjoyed as children. A new generation of youngsters will enjoy creating fun adventures for Strawberry Shortcake and her friends.
* Cozy Coupe® 30th Anniversary Edition from Little Tikes® has been the vehicle of choice among preschool drivers for three decades. The new, special 30th anniversary edition has a high-back seat design and sturdy sides to provide increased stability and a removable floor panel for children who are not yet walking independently.
* bop it!® from Hasbro® Games originally debuted more than a decade ago, igniting friendly competitions as children bopped, pulled and twisted their way to victory. The 2009 version adds more fun, challenges and higher skill levels, including a new element requiring players to shout into a microphone.

TREND #2: DESIGNED BY ME!
More and more adults are embracing the do-it-yourself movement. Perhaps inspired by these adult influences, today's kids have put their own stamp on this trend and are designing personal creations. A growing assortment of toys and activities has been introduced to spur imagination and encourage originality among little ones:

* Harumika™ RUNWAY SHOWSTOPPER SET from Bandai® gives little fashionistas the opportunity to sketch apparel and accessories, or decorate clothing with fabric markers, studs and gems to prepare for a career in fashion or just for fun. Kids can also test out their designs by using the included fabric on a dress form to create a mini wardrobe.
* Ultimate Jewelry Kit from Totally Me features thousands of beads, a pair of pliers and an accessory tray to enable young jewelers to string their own necklaces, earrings and bracelets. This do-it-yourself approach to jewelry design makes it fun and easy to personalize pieces to flaunt or give to friends and family.
* Bendaroos® Amazing Flexible Building Sticks from Allstar Products Group allow kids to express their creativity by building pieces of art from flexible wax sticks. Just six inches in length and as thin as a string of yarn, these colorful sticks can be shaped, wrapped, stuck together and reused for transformation into anything young minds can imagine.
* Paperoni® Deluxe Studio from Spin Master® inspires young crafters to turn tiny, colorful paper rolls into 3D artwork. With a dash of ingenuity, kids can design dozens of creations such as animals, friendly faces and more.

TREND #3: TINY TREASURES, TEENY PRICES
Toys that are small in size, but provide big fun at petite prices, are proving to be one of the year's most dominant trends. Today's focus on all things frugal has certainly influenced this trend, but to kids, these toys are miniature must-haves. These tiny treasures, all under $12, are sure to provide hours of enjoyment:

* Zhu Zhu Pets™ Hamster from Cepia is as small, furry and adorable as the real thing, but easier to care for and more budget-friendly. With more than 40 different sound effects and artificial intelligence, these five different battery-operated pets are interactive and offer countless hours of affordable fun as they dart around the house, play in hamster tubes, run on wheels and more.
* HEXBUG® Nano from Innovation First International makes playing with insects fun. These inexpensive micro robotic creatures look alive and feature a mini vibrating motor that propels them across the floor or table, helps them flip from their back onto their feet, and even enables the bugs to navigate a maze.
* Gogo's Crazy Bones™ Blister 5-Pack from iToys, Inc. are small collectibles that come in an assortment of characters, each with unique faces and names that provide hours of entertainment. Kids can invent games, battle one another or trade with friends, as well as create an album of the Crazy Bones stickers that come with each toy.
* BAKUGAN® BATTLE BRAWLERS™ from Spin Master® continue to be a craze among kids. Available in a variety of different characters, these brawlers are action figure warriors tucked into marble spheres that pop open for battle when rolled onto a metal Gate card.

TREND #4: INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
Even as parents resist splurging on themselves, they are making investments in toys they believe will help their children build skills for the future. These products stimulate learning, encourage budding architects, unlock the talent of musical geniuses and teach computer prowess. With prices beginning at $79.99, these toys are an investment in tomorrow:

* Zippity™ Learning System from LeapFrog® and Disney® promotes learning while young children dance, jump and play on an interactive mat. Challenging kids physically and mentally, eight built-in games follow a preschool curriculum to teach basic skills.
* Electric Guitar from First Act®, shaped like a shark fin, is available only at Toys"R"Us and allows music enthusiasts to hone their skills. Whether jamming like their favorite rockers or practicing to become a performer, aspiring musicians can tune-up on this kid-friendly guitar and accompanying amplifier.
* Disney Netpal™ from ASUS helps children master the computer at an early age while preventing them from damaging their parents'. Available in Princess Pink and Magic Blue, the Netpal offers simple software operation and easy Internet access with over two dozen robust parental controls. The Toys"R"Us exclusive version has a spill-proof keyboard and a 16GB SSD drive that can withstand bumps and drops by young users.
* LEGO® City Construction Site from LEGO® Systems, Inc. comes complete with a three-story building, construction vehicles and elevator lift for transporting the roof and wall sections, to allow young builders to practice their architectural skills by building a small city.

About Toys"R"Us, Inc.
Toys"R"Us, Inc. is the world's leading dedicated toy and baby products retailer, offering a differentiated shopping experience through its family of brands. It currently sells merchandise in more than 1,550 stores, including 848 Toys"R"Us and Babies"R"Us stores in the United States, and more than 700 international stores in 33 countries, consisting of both licensed and franchised stores. In addition, it sells extraordinary toys in two FAO Schwarz stores in the United States. With its strong portfolio of e-commerce sites including Toysrus.com, Babiesrus.com, eToys.com, FAO.com and babyuniverse.com, it provides shoppers with an unparalleled online selection of distinctive toy and baby products. In addition, the company operates ePregnancy.com, an online resource for parents. Headquartered in Wayne, NJ, Toys"R"Us, Inc. employs nearly 70,000 associates worldwide. The company is committed to serving its communities as a caring and reputable neighbor through programs dedicated to keeping kids safe and helping them in times of need.

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Bentonville, Ark., According to a recent study, Sam's Club was found to save consumers on average 30.4 percent or approximately $30 for every $100 spent on some of the most frequently purchased product categories for home and personal use versus grocery and specialty retailers.

Sam's Club sponsored the study engaging an independent third party to randomly select the items and locations. The study covered 28 categories and 324 items and included collecting both regular and sale prices in 30 markets at more than 650 locations and is being released now in conjunction with the launch of Sam's Club new tagline Savings Made Simple,™ which was revealed earlier this month in national print and radio as well as online advertising.

'This study clearly demonstrates that families and small business owners can save at Sam's Club, which is consistent with my personal and professional experience as an expert shopper committed to helping consumers get the most value for their dollar,' said Stephanie Nelson, founder of Couponmom.com. 'In these tough economic times, consumers need to be smart about how to maximize their budgets and Sam's Club is making it easier for them.' Sam's Club engaged Nelson to provide tips about shopping strategies and saving.

Sam's Club has created an online calculator at www3.samsclub.com/savingsmadesimple for individuals to learn more about what they could be saving by being a member of Sam's Club. The new online tool, based on the overall data collected in the recent study, enables consumers to put Sam's Club to the test by estimating their average spend on a variety of product categories including baby, pets and groceries or others and to learn what they could be saving with a Sam's Club Membership. As a result of the study, current Sam's Club members receive an annual benefit summary, which estimates their personal savings and provides suggestions on how they could save more. Current members can also visit their local club to review their savings at any time.

Nelson suggests the following tips to maximize savings.

* Check your inventory and make a detailed shopping list.
* Set a budget and select items accordingly.
* Account for leftovers as lunch or snacks to avoid waste.
* Shop with a friend.
* Watch snacks and beverages and consider making some of your own.
* Consider less expensive substitutes and house brands such as Sam's Club Member's Mark™.

'We've taken the guesswork out of comparison shopping,' said Cindy Davis, executive vice president, Membership, Marketing and E-commerce. 'We are pleased to be able to share the results of the study in a way that is interactive, informative and reinforces saving is simple with Sam's Club.'

Price conscious consumers and small business owners are finding additional savings at Sam's Club with the launch of eValues, which provide Plus Members with personalized digital offers that can be redeemed at the register. There are no coupons to clip with eValues since they are loaded right onto the Sam's Club membership card.

About Sam's Club
Sam's Club is a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., (NYSE:WMT). The first Sam's Club opened its doors in Midwest City, Okla., in 1983. Today, Sam's Club serves more than 47 million U.S. Members with locations nationwide, as well as in Brazil, China, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Sam's Club saves its members on average 30.4 percent over grocery and specialty retailers by offering superior values on quality merchandise and services for home or work. Saving is made simple at Sam's Club. Visit samsclub.com for more information.

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