PUMA today launches the next RACE OFF video, this time with the Spanish International footballer Cesc Fbregas in the hot seat.

Check out his personal performance today on http://www.puma.com/raceoff, with the English cricketer Craig Kieswetter to follow as the next challenger on Thursday, 20th September 2012.

Before his own performance in the simulator, Cesc Fbregas said, If you watch a sport from the outside, it always looks easy. In football, many people on the stand think it must be simple, but I can tell you, as soon as you get onto the pitch, things turn out to be a lot more difficult. I am sure this is the same thing for the Formula One drivers, so I would love to get the chance to once step into Nico Rosbergs shoes to drive a proper racing car on a circuit.

This summer, Formula One Star Nico Rosberg of the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS F1 team, challenged some of the best from the world of sport to try their hand in Formula One. PUMA RACE OFF sees sporting stars such as Sergio Agero, Cesc Fbregas, Michael Carrick and many more given the chance to prove their talent in the fastest sport - the fastest will have the opportunity of a driving lesson from Nico, before putting their skills to the test in a high-performance Mercedes-Benz car around a real racing circuit.

Nico Rosberg commented, PUMA RACE OFF is a very interesting concept and I really like the idea of merging different sport categories. And, he added cheekily, I am intrigued to see how all these top athletes perform in a real sport!

PUMA will launch two new videos every week, showcasing individual player performances on the famous Monza race track which can be seen at: http://www.puma.com/raceoff. Follow PUMA Motorsport Facebook and @PUMAMotorsport on Twitter for regular updates.

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By Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel 7:26 p.m. EST, September 18, 2012

Lerentee McCray, front (34), and other Florida players celebrate with fans after defeating Tennessee 37-20 at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville. (Christine Casey for the Orlando Sentinel / Sep 18, 2012)

GAINESVILLE As an 18-year-old freshman for the 2008 Florida Gators, linebacker Lerentee McCray enjoyed the ultimate success in college football.

With a national championship ring on his finger already, McCray looked ahead to his best years with the Gators. Instead, injuries, position changes and coach Urban Meyer's departure stalled McCray's career.

Things were no better an hour down the road from Gainesville, back home in Dunnellon, where McCray faced a family crisis and questions about his struggles with the Gators.

But McCray never questioned himself and has become a leader on defense three games into his fifth and final season at Florida.

"The most difficult point was hearing everybody back home just asking my mom what is going on with me and all that," McCray recalled. "That and just a couple of injuries that bumped me down the road. That's been the hardest part, but I have been able to overcome it."

No one on the Gators defense the backbone of the nation's 14th-ranked team preparing to host Kentucky (1-2) Saturday has made more impact plays than McCray.

During last weekend's 37-20 win at Tennessee, McCray intercepted a pass to set up the game's first touchdown and forced another pick in the third quarter, with the score 20-20. A week earlier at Texas A&M, McCray sacked elusive freshman quarterback Johnny Manziel as the Gators shut out the Aggies explosive offense during the second half of a 20-17 win.

"He can drop in coverage; he can rush the quarterback; he's physical," senior inside linebacker Jon Bostic said. "He's everything you want in a player."

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The biotechnology industry is fuelling mobility and economic growth and it is expected to show a strong upward momentum in the future. Many investors once considered biotech stocks untouchable, but all that is about to change.

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: SPPI) a small, fast growing company which has achieved almost quadruple its revenue is gradually getting its due recognition in the biotechnology industry. The strengths and opportunities outnumber the weaknesses and threats. The vast product portfolio and strategic alliances, in the ever growing cancer market that it has garnered, is slowly pushing it above the intense competition.

Spectrums MD, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President said that the company expects $300 million in revenue for this year. Spectrum turned profitable in 2011 after posting losses in prior years, actually earning $48.5 million, or 84 cents a share, in 2011. For 2012, analysts are forecasting earnings of between $1.37 a share and $1.96.

In the first five years since its inception, Spectrum transitioned from a small start-up entity to a growing, development-stage company. In the second five years, Spectrum has transformed into a successful commercial company. Spectrum markets three oncology drugs FUSILEV (levoleucovorin) an Injection marketed in the U.S.; FOLOTYN (pralatrexate injection), also marketed in the U.S.; and ZEVALIN (ibritumomab tiuxetan) another injection, for which the Company has worldwide marketing rights.

Fusilev, which is indicated for osteosarcoma and colorectal cancer, is the big revenue driver accounting for 78% of total sales. The company is not only cash rich but has reported revenue of $232.56 million, with $128.56 million in the first two quarters of 2012.

The completion of the Allos acquisition is a major milestone for Spectrum giving the combined company a third approved drug. Allos is currently focused on the development and commercialization of FOLOTYN (pralatrexate injection), a folate analog metabolic inhibitor. FOLOTYN is approved in the U.S. for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL). Allos will no longer trade publicly because the company is now a subsidiary of Spectrum

Spectrum has also signed an exclusive collaboration with Allergan (AGN), a technology-driven global health care company, for thedevelopment and commercialization of Apaziquone, an agent aimed at treating non-musclebladder cancer. . Apaziquone is one of Spectrumstwo drugs undergoingphase 3 clinical trials, to determine its safety and efficacy as a potential treatment forbladder cancer.

The company is valued with a P/E ratio of just over 8, which is far less than the forward ratio of biotech companies with similar growth such as Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: REGN) and Alexion Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: ALXN).

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DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

MyForcethe worlds first personal security service on smartphones, a mobile bodyguard of sorts announces $2 million in financing through Greenline Ventures, LLC to launch a nationwide marketing campaign and expand the MyForce offering. MyForce combines the convenience of a smartphone application with a live, 24/7 emergency monitoring team, accessible at the touch of a button on iPhone, Android or BlackBerry smartphones.

MyForce is grateful for the support of Greenline as we begin marketing efforts to raise awareness of how MyForce provides personal protection and freedom from fear, says Charles Groves, COO of MyForce. We have refined MyForce over the last year and this financing allows us to offer the service on a large scale basis and leverage new distribution channels and market opportunities.

Greenline is a financial services company that specializes in capital market solutions for economic development activities nationwide. With approximately $1 billion of assets currently under management, Greenline provides debt and/or equity capital for projects and operating businesses that are capable of generating strong risk-adjusted returns for its investors, as well as a positive impact on local communities.

Opportunities to be involved with a company like MyForce dont come around every day, says Patrick Vahey, President of Greenline. MyForce has huge potential by providing a critical service that resonates with everyonesafety for your loved ones wherever they go.

About MyForce MyForce provides effective personal protection in an emergency by allowing users to connect with a professional response team with one touch sent from any iPhone, Android or BlackBerry smartphone. Knowing help is just a touch of a button away, MyForce gives users confidence and security against threats while providing their families with freedom from worry and peace of mind. MyForce is available across all network carriers with a monthly or annual subscription. MyForce has successfully passed AT&T's Enterprise SoftwareCertification Program confirming that the solution'sperformance, user interface, data integrity, application security, anddata transmission all meet or exceed AT&T usability guidelines. Additional information may be found at http://www.myforce.com.

About Greenline Ventures, LLC Greenline Ventures, LLC specializes in capital markets solutions for economic development activities nationwide. The firm is headquartered in Denver, Colo. and maintains offices in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Md. Additional information may be found at http://www.greenlineventures.com.

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Capella Education Company (CPLA), a provider of online post-secondary education, primarily through its wholly owned subsidiary Capella University, today announced that it will release third quarter 2012 financial results before the open of the market on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. A live conference call and Webcast discussing third quarter results is scheduled for the same day at 9:00 a.m. eastern time (ET).

To participate in the live call, investors should dial 866.385.4179 (domestic) or 702.928.7882 (international) at 8:50 a.m. (ET) and provide conference ID# 32477833. The Webcast will be available on the Capella Education Company web site at http://www.capellaeducation.com.

A replay of the call will be available starting on Oct. 23, 2012, through Oct. 30, 2012, at 855.859.2056 (domestic) or 404.537.3406 (international), conference ID# 32477833. It will also be archived at http://www.capellaeducation.com in the investor relations section for 60 days.

About Capella Education Company

Founded in 1991, Capella Education Company is a leader in online education, primarily through our wholly owned subsidiary Capella University, a regionally accredited* online university. In addition, Capella Education Company offers online education through Resource Development International Ltd. (RDI), an independent provider of United Kingdom (UK) university distance learning qualifications. Capella Education Company also owns an innovative startup company called Sophia (http://www.sophia.org) - a social teaching and learning platform that integrates education with technology.

Capella University offers online graduate degree programs in business, counseling, education, health administration, homeland security, human resource management, human services, information technology, nonprofit management and leadership, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work, and bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, and public safety. These academic programs are designed to meet the needs of working adults, combining high quality, competency-based curricula with the convenience and flexibility of an online learning format. Currently, Capella University offers 44 graduate and undergraduate degree programs with 149 specializations. More than 36,000 learners were enrolled as of June 30, 2012, with about 75 percent of learners enrolled in graduate degree programs. For more information about Capella Education Company, please visit http://www.capellaeducation.com. For more information about Capella University, please visit http://www.capella.edu or call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552).

Resource Development International Ltd. partners with a number of the top 100 universities in the UK to develop, validate and deliver UK higher education qualifications, predominantly through online courses. For more information, visit http://www.rdi.co.uk.

Sophia is a first-of-its-kind social education platform that offers students many ways to learn by making free, credible, academic content available to anyone, anywhere, at anytime. The site offers tens of thousands of tutorials created by hundreds of teachers and experts that are taught in a variety of ways. The platform further enhances the learning process by offering quizzes, assessing learning preferences and providing learning paths. For more information, visit http://www.sophia.org.

*Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), http://www.ncahlc.org. Capella University, Capella Tower, 225 South Sixth Street, Ninth Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552), http://www.capella.edu.

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Water Aerobics at the Friendswood Aquatic Center will begin its second fall session Sept. 25 and will run for eight weeks.

All classes are led by certified water aerobics instructors and are 60 minutes in length. Tuesday-Thursday classes are $60 for the morning and evening classes are $52.50 (there is no evening class on 10/18 and 11/8) Please pay by cash or check payable to FISD. Enrollment in any class is limited to the first 25 paid enrollments.

This session ends November 15. Classes run from 9-10 am and 6:30-7:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

These classes are deep water only and use Aquajogger equipment. Participants should be comfortable in deep water and will be supported with the Aquajogger buoyancy belt. Other Aquajogger equipment will be added under the guidance of the instructor.

This is a no impact workout program that can be easily adjusted to individual needs and goals.

Sign up at the Friendswood Aquatic Center, 1115 Falling Leaf between 6 am and noon and 1 to 8 pm.

For more information call the Aquatic Center at (281) 992-2505 or e-mail John Little at jlittle@fisdk12.net.

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Former Collingwood footballer Gavin Crosisca was addicted to drugs during his 25-year career. Picture: Ian Currie Source: Herald Sun

EXCLUSIVE: COLLINGWOOD 1990 premiership star Gavin Crosisca has confessed he is an addict who used illicit drugs throughout his 25-year playing and coaching career.

Crosisca says he led a double life kept secret from his teammates, his wife and his three children.

Crosisca was addicted to alcohol, cannabis and amphetamines (speed).

He lost his house, his business, his coaching career and, for a time, his family.

Love drove me to find Gavin help

"It's cost myself and my family enormously - emotionally, spiritually, materially, mentally, it cost us everything, especially my wife," he said.

"It ended up completely devastating my family and my life as I knew it.

"I regret hurting my wife and family the way I have.

"My addiction was triggered when I had my first drink (of alcohol) as a 15-year-old."

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CoachArt, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit providing arts and recreational activity coaching to children and adolescents with chronic and life-threatening illnesses, will honor Google/YouTube Global Head of Content Partnerships Robert Kyncl with the Champion Award at its eighth annual "Gala of Champions" at the Beverly Hilton on October 18. The event will bring together CoachArt families, members of the community and business leaders to recognize Kyncl's cultural contributions and philanthropic efforts, as well as the outstanding contributions of CoachArt volunteers and supporters.

"Thanks to Robert, audiences around the globe have access to a world of entertainment media at their fingertips. Refreshingly, his dedication to these causes also shows the importance he places on the art of improving lives," said Thyonne Gordon, Executive Director of CoachArt. "We are thrilled to honor Robert for his outstanding contributions to the community." In his current role, Kyncl leads a global media platform where online creators can push the boundaries of traditional entertainment and audiences can take charge of their own programming. Moreover, Robert is also a CoachArt supporter and recently participated in the Camp CoachArt activity clinic.

"I am honored and humbled by CoachArt's recognition," said Kyncl. "I take great pride in being able to help others there are very few things as gratifying as the smiles of appreciation received in return."

Over the past decade CoachArt has been connecting chronically ill children and their siblings with qualified volunteer mentors for free weekly lessons in arts and athletics, providing affected families with "permission to play." To date, CoachArt has served more than 2,500 children and manages more than 800 volunteers and program partners annually in the Greater Los Angeles, Orange County and San Francisco Bay areas.

Last year more than 600 guests attended the Gala of Champions, helping raise over $750,000 towards continued support of CoachArt programming. This year's event will bring together friends both new and old to help continue this tradition of excellence.

Several levels of sponsorship opportunities are still available for the Gala of Champions and the "Champions Lounge" After Party. For additional information regarding sponsorship opportunities or tickets for the Gala of Champions, go to http://www.galaofchampions.org/ or contact Carolyn Mason at cmason@grandaffair.net.

About Robert KynclRobert Kyncl is Google's Global Head of Content Partnerships. Robert's focus is to build out Google's presence in the entertainment world. He oversees content partnerships across the movie studios, record labels, sports leagues, broadcasters, cable networks, talent agencies and new media companies. Prior to joining Google Robert was Vice President of Content Acquisitions at Netflix, where he spearheaded the company's content acquisition for streaming TV shows and movies over the Internet.

In addition to his professional contributions, Robert and his family support the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, St. Vincent's Meals on Wheels program and The Door, a New York-based youth organization. Kyncl also serves on the Media Council for the Paley Center.

About CoachArt CoachArt's mission is to improve the quality of life for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses and their siblings by providing free lessons in the arts and athletics. CoachArt matches volunteer mentors with its students to provide lessons based on the child's preferred activity.

For the past ten years CoachArt has served more than 2,500 children, and in 2011 CoachArt managed more than 15,000 donated volunteer hours by 665 volunteers and more than 78 program partners. To find out how to become involved with CoachArt as a volunteer mentor or to take part in the activities, please visit http://www.CoachArt.org or call 213-736-2850.

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DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/l8fpm7/the_completely) has announced the addition of John Wiley and Sons Ltd's new book "The Completely Revised Handbook of Coaching. A Developmental Approach" to their offering.

When the first edition of The Handbook of Coaching was published in 1999 it was an innovative resource that offered a compendium of basic information about the then burgeoning field of adult coaching. Written for experienced and aspiring coaches, as well as for executives and human resource professionals interested in this expansive profession, this thoroughly revised and updated edition describes the essential underpinnings of successful coaching and includes a comprehensive, annotated list of books, articles, and other resources. The second edition also contains chapters that focus on how coaches can facilitate transformative change. This new edition also incorporates new advances in and research on coaching and adult development pulling together data that is available online and new information that cannot be found anywhere else.

Key Topics Covered:

Part One: An Introduction to Coaching

1 The Evolution of Coaching

2 The Future of Coaching

Part Two: Self as Coach

3 Self as Coach: An Introduction

4 Building Capacity as a Coach

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16-09-2012 20:56 This video is for my family & friends to have a support system. To started a new way of looking at their health.

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