December 24, 2009
An expert has stated that depictions of snowflakes seen in popular culture are wrong.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – Snowflakes on winter holiday greeting cards and other depictions in popular culture are wrong according to an expert. As reported by LiveScience.com, snowflakes are arranged in a six-sided shape, rather than the four, five, or eight sides typically shown […]
December 23, 2009
The corporation is closing its offices for the holidays to cut costs.
Sunnyvale, CA (WiredPRNews.com) – Yahoo has reportedly decided to take a break for the holidays, and close its offices temporarily to save money after experiencing a year of declining revenue. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the technology giant will close its offices […]
December 22, 2009
Austin, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) — Austin Real Estate Agent Kenn Renner helps his clients take advantage of the real estate market in Austin, Texas, helping his last 3 home buying clients save a total of $127,500 in the past 30 days.
Austin home sales picked up 38% in 2009 over 2008 (as reported by the Austin […]
December 18, 2009
A new study suggests the beloved holiday figure is a negative role model for children.
Australia (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent study accuses Santa Claus of having a negative influence on the health of children. As reported by AFP, the Australian study suggests the legendary holiday figure promotes an unhealthy lifestyle that includes poor eating habits and […]
December 18, 2009
An increase in demand for social services has increased challenges for charities this holiday season.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – An increase in demand for charitable social services and a reduction in funding for many charities who provide these has posed new challenges for some this holiday season. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), two recent surveys […]
December 6, 2009
Some families are taking advantage of online bartering opportunities for Christmas gifts.
Arlington, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) – Tough times have led some families to turn to online bartering for holiday gift shopping. As reported by CBS 11 News, some parents and others who have been impacted by the recession are utilizing websites like Craigslist.com to barter […]
December 3, 2009
The game retailer’s stocks take a plunge following the announcement of game deals by Wal-Mart.
New York (WiredPRNews.com) – GameStop stock took a plunge Wednesday amid the announcement of special discounts on popular games offered by retail giant Wal-Mart. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Wal-Mart Store Inc. recently announced recent holiday promotions that could […]
November 29, 2009
A strong turnout for the after Thanksgiving shopping day proved encouraging for retailers.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A strong turnout for Black Friday has left many retailers feeling more hopeful for the holiday shopping season. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the early numbers for shopping crowds during the after Thanksgiving sales day reveal that peoples’ […]
November 24, 2009
The number of people expected to travel for the upcoming holiday is higher than last year.
Washington (WiredPRNews.com) – Travel is expected to increase this Thanksgiving holiday from the amount seen last year. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the anticipated number of those who travel by car to a destination away from home for […]
November 23, 2009
A reported 23,000 vaccine doses will be distributed before the holiday.
Dallas, Texas (WiredPRNews.com) – Dallas County will reportedly distribute thousands of vaccine doses for H1N1 prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. As reported by the Dallas Morning News, the County is expected to distribute approximately 23,000 doses, which health departments received on Friday, to provide vaccines […]
