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Marketplace Report: Restaurant Online Ordering Takes-off
Delphis Software www.delphissoftware.com, a Fresno, California based corporation, has emerged as the industry leader in restaurant internet food order applications with an installed based of over 15,000 restaurants. Placing food orders via the internet has evolved over the last 18 months into a hot market for savvy high-tech firms. With Delphis Software leading the way, continued growth in this arena is expected.
Sunday, August 01, 2010 08:40:32 GMT (breaking)
Nonprofit Raffles are Big Business
Mega House Raffle www.MegaHouseRaffle.com has now moved into position as the nation's largest charitable raffle. With massive cuts in funding for nonprofit organizations in both the public and private sectors, house raffles are fast becoming an effective vehicle for raising much needed money to fund charitable operations. Mega House Raffle describes itself as California's largest, however our review clearly puts this raffle as the biggest in the country.
Sunday, August 01, 2010 08:40:32 GMT (breaking)
Chevy Volt May Not Cut Efficiency Mustard
Robert Siegel speaks with John Voelcker, editor of GreenCarReports.com, and senior editor of High Gear Media Inc., about why the Chevy Volt may not qualify for a California Tax Rebate of $5,000, and why single drivers of Volts may not be able to use the HOV lanes in California, as the Nissan Leaf drivers will.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:00:00 -0400
New BP CEO: Some Efforts To Be Scaled Back
The changes do not signify a lessening of the oil giant's commitment to clean up the oil spill, but do signify that some areas don't need a continuing effort, incoming executive Bob Dudley said Friday.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:42:00 -0400
SEC Cites Brothers In $550 Million Insider Scheme
Sam and Charles Wyly, Dallas billionaire investors known for their support of conservative candidates and causes, made $550 million in undisclosed profits through 13 years of insider trading, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit. The SEC said the Wylys traded shares in companies on whose boards they served and "defrauded the investing public."
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:44:00 -0400
SEC Accuses Billionaire Brothers Of Fraud
The SEC has sued two Texas billionaire brothers known for their support of conservatives, claiming they misled investors to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:00:00 -0400
Cities, Websites And Hotels At Odds Over Taxes
Online travel companies such as Orbitz and Expedia don't believe they need to collect taxes on the full amount they charge for hotel rooms. This has led to a big lobbying fight in Congress and dozens of lawsuits nationwide.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:30:00 -0400
Alternative Energy And Ideas For The Auto Industry
The long-term recovery of the U.S. auto industry will depend largely on American automotive creativity and innovation. Many industry watchers expect a new fleet of electric and hybrid cars to help buoy the U.S. car industry's comeback. Guest host Jacki Lyden talks with Ray Wert, editor-in-chief of Jalopnik.com, about the restructured U.S. auto industry and the importance of design innovation and creativity.
Sat, 31 Jul 2010 08:00:00 -0400
Calcium Supplements May Increase Heart Risk
Calcium supplements are widely prescribed, particularly among women over 50, as a way to reduce fractures and increase bone density. But a new study suggests those pills carry some potential risks for your heart.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:23:00 -0400
Black Techies Find Niche Online
Angela Benton is working to help fill one online void with Black Web 2.0, a website designed for African-Americans engaged in technology and new media. Benton hopes to grow the site's multicultural audience. She is one of this year's recipients of the National Urban League's Woman of Power award.
Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:01:00 -0400
Health Care Fight Heats Up Over New Tax Report Repeal Effort
A battle is being waged by small businesses, accountants, and members of Congress to repeal a new tax reporting requirement in the health law. But it could raise $16 billion for the government.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:17:00 -0400
Chrysler To Add Jobs, Save Michigan Factory
Chrysler Group LLC said Friday that it will add nearly 900 jobs at a factory in suburban Detroit and spare it from a planned closure. The decision is a show of optimism that consumers will embrace the company's refurbished midsize sedans.
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:54:00 -0400