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Indian Organization Frees Child Workers

New Delhi, India, December 29, 2006--On Thursday, a local non-governmental organization in India freed 50 child slaves, who worked more than 15 hours a day for two years without being paid or allowed to visit their parents.

Carpet City Promised in Pakistan

Lahore, Pakistan, December 27, 2006--The problems faced by the carpet industry will be solved on priority basis and the government will provide land for a “carpet city” within a year, said nazim Mian Amer Mehmood.

Bassett Furniture to Restate Earnings

Bassett, VA, December 22, 2006--Bassett Furniture said it will restate its financial statements for the year ended November 26, 2005, as part of its fiscal 2006 annual report as a result of accounting changes related to some acquisitions.

OxyMagic Carpet Cleaning Offering Franchises

Tulsa, OK, December 20, 2006--After years of working for others, David Iseley, the founder and chief executive of Tulsa-based OxyMagic Carpet Cleaning, has turned his war against dirty carpets into a franchise company.

Fieldturf President Files Complaint Against Millst

Wayne, PA, December 20, 2006--Millstream II Acquisition Corporation a special purpose acquisition company, said it has been served with a complaint seeking to enjoin Millstream II from holding the special meeting of stockholders.

Eliane Intros Versatile

Carrollton, TX, December 19, 2006--Eliane will introduce Versatile, a multifaceted fully-rectified porcelain series with a range of finishings.

Finland's Karelia Acquires Facility in Romania

Kuopio, Finland, December 18, 2006--Hardwood flooring producer Karelia said it has acquired Romanian factory and sawmill Larodan, located in Transylvania, close to oak, ash and beech forests.

Pier 1 3Q Losses Widen

Fort Worth, TX, December 14, 2006--Pier 1 Imports Inc. said its fiscal third-quarter loss widened as sales slumped and marketing costs increased.