AP - Closed-end funds have the misfortune to carry a name that connotes exclusivity, certainly not the more egalitarian overtones of a term like mutual fund. But closed-end funds aren't the province of Wall Street insiders and can be as much an everyman investment tool as mutual funds. Read more…

New York, NY (PRWEB) October 31, 2006 -- Sam Merksamer, Executive Director of The Natural Color Diamond Association (NCDIA), announced today the launch the association's new website, www. Read more…

There are literally thousands of ideas for people to consider for home based businesses. We are inundated on the internet with ideas for working at home and making thousands of dollars, on TV & in the newspapers. Many people dream of relaxing at home and watching the money flow in for only a few hours of work every day. In this article we will discuss some of the attributes you may want to consider for evaluating ideas for home based businesses. Read more…

Making money at home is easier than it ever has been. It is a perfect venue for stay at home Moms. Enjoy your children and make money too! Read more…

I've made millions in network marketing, I've made millions through investments, and I've also lost a lot of money too. Profit from my mistakes and learn how to best invest the money you make in your MLM business. Read more…

Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) October 31, 2006 -- imeem, an online network for social media, announced today that it is teaming with CMJ, the industry authority on new music and music industry reports, to launch the official social media site for the CMJ Music Marathon – a week-long music fan and industry festival, featuring live music showcases with up and coming artists, being held at the Lincoln Center and other supporting venues in New York City from October 31 through November 4, 2006.During and after 2006 CMJ Music Marathon, artists and music fans can take backstage and live show photos and videos and share them online with others at http://cmj.imeem.com. While some will be conducting interviews with artists and band members, fans, concert-goers and artists are all invited to share their own personal photos, videos, and blogs from the week-long music festival in the heart of New York City.In addition, imeem and CMJ are bringing users the "on-the-go" mobile updates to fans and artists as they explore the many showcases, seminars, and parties during the 2006 CMJ Music Marathon. The mobile fan program, called ACCESS CMJ, will deliver real-time updates directly to the users' cell phones and give users exclusive access to CMJ news and information, band and venue schedules, backstage hangs, contests, and much more. Fans can join for alerts on their favorite CMJ bands and to get VIP access to CMJ showcases and events.imeem's innovative social media network is devoted to connecting the online creative community, which includes bands, DJs, filmmakers, and photographers, with an ever-growing and active online viewing community. Some examples of artists on imeem include We Are Scientists, She Wants Revenge, Lady Sovereign, Pete Yorn, Marjorie Fair, Madlib and Kings of Leon. Other music festivals recently covered by fans and artists on imeem include Lollapalooza in Chicago, South by Southwest in Austin, and the Voodoo Festival in New Orleans.About imeem, inc.imeem is the next-generation online network for social media, bringing people together through shared creative passions by combining social networking with innovative digital media features and instant messaging. imeem allows people to upload user-created video, audio, photos, and blogs, attracting an independent and diverse community of bands, filmmakers, photographers, DJs, video nuts and fans.About CMJ NetworkCMJ Network connects music fans and music industry professionals with the best in new music through interactive media, live events and print. CMJ.com offers a digital music discovery service, information resources, and community to new music fans, professionals, and artists. CMJ Events produces the legendary CMJ Music Marathon, the largest and longest-running music industry event of its kind, and CMJ Rock Hall Music Fest, produced in partnership with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland. CMJ New Music Monthly, the first consumer magazine to include a bound-in CD sampler, is the leading publication for the emerging music enthusiast. The weekly music business trade magazine CMJ New Music Report is the primary source for exclusive charts of non-commercial and college radio airplay and independent and trendforward retail sales. CMJ Access is an integrated marketing agency specializing in providing its clients unparalleled access to the college and young adult demographic and emerging music world. Log on to www.cmj.com for more information about all of CMJ's products and services.# # #imeemDanielle Valente415-284-8282E-mail Information Read more…

REDWOOD CITY, CA (PRWEB) October 31, 2006 -- Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Read more…

AP - The future is gnawing at homeowner Scott Klimek. Will the interest rate on his adjustable-rate mortgage go up? Will he be able to afford the monthly payments if it does? Read more…

AP - The Associated Press-AOL Real Estate poll on public attitudes about mortgages and particularly adjustable rate mortgages was conducted Sept. 26-28 by Ipsos and is based on telephone interviews Ipsos conducted with 2,001 adults from all states except Alaska and Hawaii. That included 289 people who bought a home in the last two years and 401 likely to buy a home within the next two years. Read more…

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Brett Dennen's breathtaking mix of folk, world, pop, rock and jam music is winning fans all over the country, including in Hollywood. Read more…

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Spectators watched as fire danced across Union Square during a landmark arts event that Temple of Poi fire dance school released Monday on a 90-minute DVD. Read more…

Prescott, AZ (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Marketing and copywriting expert Michele PW (Michele Pariza Wacek) is giving away a free report on her new website, www. Read more…

Cumbria, UK (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- PrecisePrinting. Read more…

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Jim Feldman Creative Direction, a strategic branding and marketing agency in New York City, is spotlighted in Raymond A. Read more…

London (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Online gaming portal Gambling. Read more…

Menlo Park, CA (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- What happens when you get a hospital nurse, a retired wrestler, two grade schoolers, and an ant farm together in a small room? Read more…

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Beware of unintended consequences, WorldatWork warned in a letter to the U. Read more…

Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- 3tailer, a Charlotte-based online retail company, announced the launch of their new Gift-Lover brand and website (www. Read more…

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- Excel Life Sciences , a U. Read more…

(PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- MilitaryConnection. Read more…

(PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- The premier news and features publication for the direct-response (DR) industry has added Impact Products President Bill Quarless to its roster of expert columnists. Read more…

Englewood, Colorado (PRWEB) November 1, 2006 -- International Marriage Brokers are now being called upon to subscribe to a 'Code of Ethics. Read more…

FT.com - London equities moved higher in opening trade on Wednesday as investors gave a warm reaction to Cairn Energy's plans to float its Indian business. Read more…

Here are the most commonly asked questions about the legitimacy of business opportunities, and their answers. Read more…

This the second of three articles on how to set up and run a successful home based business. This article is on setting up your business. Read more…