Wednesday, March 7, 2007

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Hollywood executives have officially declared an end to the box-office slump. But will the surge during the past year last? Ticket sales rose a healthy 5.5% last year over 2005, according to final statistics released Tuesday by the Motion Picture Association of America, the lobbying group for the industry.
- Shanes Rib Shack opens March 22 at 12695 University Ave. The fast-casual franchise serves meat smoked fresh daily, fresh fried or grilled chicken...
The Dallas Mavericks extended their franchise-record winning streak to 16 games by rallying to defeat the New Jersey Nets 102-89 on Tuesday.
On Mar. 6, U.S. regulators gave Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis' new treatment for high blood pressure the green light. With Tekturna, the first in a new class of hypertension drugs known as direct renin inhibitors, Novartis, in partnership with Swiss biotech firm Speedel, has managed to solve a puzzle that has vexed scientists for more than three decades: How to block rennin, a kidney ...
Panera Bread Company today reported system-wide comparable bakery-cafe sales decreased 0.6% for the five weeks ended February 27, 2007. The breakdown between Company-owned and franchise-operated bakery-cafes is as follows for the periods indicated:
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The Dallas Mavericks became the first team to clinch a playoff berth this season after they stormed to a franchise-record 16th straight victory with a 102-89 decision over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday.
Seasoned professionals in small business development and franchising will share their expertise with aspiring entrepreneurs at Franchise Expo 2007 at Lufkin Mall.
The Springfield Junior Blues fired head coach and general manager Nick Pollos on Tuesday and named assistant Chris Wyler as interim coach for the remainder of the season. Wyler is the eighth head coach in the 14-year history of the junior hockey franchise.
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Firms seeking New York's racing franchise said Tuesday their revised bids will be significantly different than those submitted to a state ad hoc committee.