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Lear Widens Loss in 2005

Southfield, MI, March 9, 2006--Lear Corp., a supplier electronics, seating and flooring to the automotive market, said it widened its 2005 loss by $6 million, the result of price disputes.

Trade Gap Widens in January

Washington, DC, March 9, 2006--The trade deficit continued to expand in January after setting a new annual record in 2005, a government report showed Thursday.

“Lost” Actress Endorses Karastan

Atlanta, GA, March 9, 2006--Karastan has added Evangeline Lilly, star of the ABC television series "Lost," to its growing list of celebrity endorsers, the company said.

Hakatai Glass Tile Makes TV Debut

Ashland, OR, March 9, 2006--Hakatai Enterprises, Inc., a glass tile importer and distributor, played a major role in one of the most visible home building projects of 2005.

Monster Employment Index Up Sharply in February

New York, NY, March 9, 2006-- The Monster Employment Index moved sharply higher in February, as a majority of industries, occupations, and all nine U.S. Census Bureau regions registered increased online job availability during the month.

Carpet One Members Vote Momeni Rug Top Pick

Manchester, NH, March 9, 2006--At their recent annual winter convention in Anaheim, California, Carpet One invited members to vote for the best overall area rug presented by vendors.

Study Finds Limited Internet User Growth

Dallas, TX, March 8, 2006--A new study from Parks Associates has found few new households willing to subscribe to Internet services, which will limit 2006 growth in overall Internet penetration to one percent, rising from 63% to 64% by year’s end.