Thursday, December 31, 2009

Implant Sciences Provides a Solution for Threats to Airport Security Company Leveraging International Success to Target U.S. Aviation Security Market

Implant Sciences Provides a Solution for Threats to Airport Security Company Leveraging International Success to Target U.S. Aviation Security Market

WILMINGTON, Mass.----Implant Sciences Corporation (OTCBB:IMSC), a high technology supplier of systems and sensors for homeland security markets, today announced new initiatives to target the U.S. market in aviation security for its products and technologies, based on recent events and the company’s international successes in transportation and aviation security.

“Our handheld explosive trace detection system provides a necessary and valuable solution to the current threats against the aviation system in the United States. We are working with both the federal and private sector to gain visibility and traction for our technology in the domestic marketplace.”.In the wake of the attempted terrorist attack on a Detroit-bound Northwest Airlines flight on December 25, the Obama administration has announced the need for a review of air travel security including explosives detection technologies. Implant Sciences’ Quantum Sniffer™ QS-H150 Portable Explosives Detection system is currently used in transportation and aviation security applications around the world. The QS-H150 can detect a multitude of explosive compounds, including PETN (pentaerythritol tetranitrate), the substance allegedly used in the attempt to bomb Northwest flight # 253 on Christmas Day. Of particular note, the Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China and the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) have successfully deployed several hundreds of these systems for use at the Beijing Olympics and in airport security, checkpoint and package screening, and Air Marshall applications.

Glenn Bolduc, Company CEO commented, “Our technology is currently being used around the world by screeners and Air Marshals and we are working diligently to protect even more people closer to home.”

Implant Sciences is currently in discussion with the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) and the Transportation Security Administration (“TSA”) on initiatives to address threats from IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices) utilizing its handheld detection system. In early 2009, the Company submitted its QS-300 system to the TSA for testing by the Transportation Security Laboratory (“TSL”), in connection with the requirements of the Air Cargo Screening Act of 2007. This law mandates that 100% of air cargo on passenger aircraft be screened by August of 2010. The Company has also been working with one of the largest freight forwarders in the world, and the freight forwarding industry in general, to position its technology for use by the private sector in its efforts to comply with this mandate.

Glenn Bolduc, Implant Science’s CEO concluded, “Our handheld explosive trace detection system provides a necessary and valuable solution to the current threats against the aviation system in the United States. We are working with both the federal and private sector to gain visibility and traction for our technology in the domestic marketplace.”

The QS-H150 offers compelling technical, operational, and competitive advantages. Among the most significant are non-contact sample collection; non-radioactive ionization; simultaneous detection and identification of explosives particulate and vapor; continuous self-calibration; and ultra-fast clear down (cycle time). The substance library of the QS-H150 is the broadest in the industry and includes not only standard military and commercial explosives, but also homemade explosives (HME) such as those used in the recent attempt. The library is also easily expanded as new threats emerge. These advantages offer an extremely versatile solution for Transportation Security, and can be rapidly deployed to greatly increase the number of items screened, effectively becoming a force multiplier.

About Implant Sciences

Implant Sciences develops, manufactures and sells sophisticated sensors and systems for the Security, Safety and Defense (SS&D) industries. The Company has developed proprietary technologies used in its commercial portable and bench-top explosive trace detection systems which ship to a growing number of locations domestically and internationally. For further details on the Company and its products, please visit the Company's website at www.implantsciences.com.

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This press release may contain certain "forward-looking statements," as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the risks that we have defaulted on our indebtedness to our secured lender, DMRJ Group; if we are unable to satisfy our obligations to DMRJ and to raise additional capital to fund operations, our business may fail; we continue to incur substantial operating losses and may never be profitable; the delisting of our common stock by the NYSE Amex has limited our stock’s liquidity and has impaired our ability to raise capital; our explosives detection products and technologies may not be accepted by the U.S. government or by other government agencies or commercial consumers of security products; and other risks and uncertainties described in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions which could differ materially from the forward-looking statements.

Contacts Implant Sciences CorporationGlenn Bolduc, CEO, 978-752-1700gbolduc@implantsciences.com
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Homeland Security and Airport Security Stocks Sector Close-Up; ICx Technologies, Inc. (NasdaqGM: ICXT) Reaches High of $10.49

Homeland Security and Airport Security Stocks Sector Close-Up; ICx Technologies, Inc. (NasdaqGM: ICXT) Reaches High of $10.49


POINT ROBERTS, Wash., DELTA, B.C. –December 31, 2009 – http://www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com, a leading global investor and industry portal for the defense and security sector, within www.Investorideas.com, reports on Homeland Security stocks trading for December 31st. Several of the stocks in the airport security technology sector reached new 52 week highs this week.

Homeland Security stocks trading as of December 31, 2009:

American Science and Engineering (NasdaqGS: ASEI) trading at $78.33, down $0.34 (0.43%) 11:18am ET
Analogic Corporation (NasdaqNM: ALOG) trading at $38.76, up 0.23 (0.60%) 10:39am ET
ICx Technologies, Inc. (NGM: ICXT) trading at $9.96, up $1.43 (16.76%) 11:22am ET, trading as high as $10.49 on the day
OSI Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGM: OSIS) trading at $27.34 0.12 (0.44%) 11:22am ET
L-3 COMM HLDGS INC (NYSE: LLL) trading at $87.82, down $ 0.68 (0.77%) 11:20AM ET, with a days high of $89.13
RAE SYSTEMS INC (AMEX: RAE) trading at $1.2, down $ 0.07 (5.38%) 11:22am ET, with a high of $1.47.

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Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Acro Enhances Efforts for Development of the "Accipiter," the Novel Explosives Detector

Acro Enhances Efforts for Development of the "Accipiter," the Novel Explosives Detector

CAESAREA, ISRAEL-- - December 29, 2009 - Following the news that President Obama has ordered an airline security review, as a result of the attempted terror attack aboard a Northwest Airlines flight, Acro Inc. (OTCBB: ACRI) has decided to enhance efforts for development of a new explosives detector.


"Accipiter" is based on advanced X-ray technology that allows for positive detection and identification of concealed explosives. "We estimate that a working prototype can become available for airport testing within 12 months if we'll succeed to recruit the finical resources," says Mr. Gadi Aner, Acro's CEO. "We believe that our 'Accipiter' will help to intercept terror attempts, by providing airport security with powerful and inexpensive tools for early detecting of concealed explosives."


About Acro
Acro, Inc. develops explosives detection technologies and manufactures relevant products. In addition to the explosives detectors that are currently marketed by Acro, the company continues to develop proprietary technologies for the HLS market. Acro's Advisory Board includes Nobel Prize laureate Prof. K. Barry Sharpless, and Prof. Richard A. Lerner, President and CEO of The Scripps Research Institute, one of the most influential scientific institutes worldwide. For more information about Acro, visit www.AcroSec.com.
For more information please contact info@AcroSec.com
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This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning our marketing and operations plans. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements in this press release are made based on management's current expectations and estimates, which involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, risks related to the evolving homeland security market, general economic conditions and other risk factors. Acro does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements made herein.

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Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. Featured on Fox Business News, Discussing How It’s Handheld Defense ID® Systems Could Minimize Terrorist Threats on Airlin

Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. Featured on Fox Business News, Discussing How It’s Handheld Defense ID® Systems Could Minimize Terrorist Threats on Airlines

PORT TOWNSEND, Wa.--Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. (NYSE Amex:IDN) was featured on Fox Business News discussing how its Defense ID® access control product could have prevented the terrorist attack aboard an airliner in Detroit.

“Absolutely. We have about 80 locations already in the US, and we are including more data sources every day. We are obviously getting more requests today, our stock is up 16%, and we speculate it is due to the interest by TSA.”.In the segment titled “Minimizing The Threat”, Cheryl Casone interviews Steve Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Intellicheck Mobilisa, and asks him how Defense ID could have prevented the attack on the Detroit bound plane, since the attempted bomber had identification.

Mr. Williams commented, “We would have scanned his ID and run the ID against multiple databases. He was previously turned away in London and as a result we could have used those databases, literally an unlimited number of data sources to validate that person and make sure they weren’t on a watch list, or a no fly list, or a wanted list for that matter. Just like a TSA officer, you would scan a drivers license or a passport and it would run a ‘bad guy’ check in about a second.”

When asked if the company is getting more interest in its product, Mr. Williams replied, “Absolutely. We have about 80 locations already in the US, and we are including more data sources every day. We are obviously getting more requests today, our stock is up 16%, and we speculate it is due to the interest by TSA.”

Ms. Casone asked Mr. Williams how quickly he could get a device to an airport if they called up tomorrow. Mr. Williams replied, “By the time they hang up the phone we can have a device to them. We have a national distribution channel of major vendors throughout the country.”

When Ms. Casone asked how this gentleman was able to travel from Lagos, to Amsterdam, to Detroit with a bomb strapped to his body, Mr. Williams answered, “You can add bomb detection machinery, but a bomb is a bomb, and it takes a bomber to detonate it. Whether it be a bomb or anything else, you have to screen individuals, that is the way you are going to catch the bad guy.”

To watch the segment online please visit: http://icmobil.com/home.aspx

About Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc.

Intellicheck Mobilisa is a leading technology company, developing and marketing wireless technology and identity systems for various applications including: mobile and handheld wireless devices for the government, military and commercial markets. Products include the Defense ID system, an advanced ID card access control product currently protecting over 70 military and federal locations, and ID-Check, patented technology that instantly reads, analyzes, and verifies encoded data in magnetic stripes and barcodes on government-issue IDs from U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions for the financial, hospitality and retail markets.

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Certain statements in this press release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. When used in this press release, words such as “will,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “encouraged,” and similar expressions, as they relate to the company or its management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to the company’s management identify forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from the information presented here. Additional information concerning forward-looking statements is contained under the heading of risk factors listed from time to time in the company’s filings with the SEC. We do not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking information.
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Monday, December 28, 2009

Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Sector Close-Up

Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Sector Close-Up


POINT ROBERTS, Wash., DELTA, B.C. –December 29, 2009 – http://www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com, a leading global investor and industry portal for the defense and security sector, within www.Investorideas.com, provides investors with a sector close-up on defense and Homeland Security Stocks following the terrorist attempt to destroy a Northwest Airlines aircraft on its approach to Detroit on December 25th.

Several defense stocks with technologies for airport security had significant gains on the first trading day following the incident and then pulled back somewhat in after hours trading.

Defense stocks trading as of December 28, 2009:
Analogic Corporation (NasdaqNM: ALOG) closed at $37.86, up $1.66 (4.59%) and was down mildly with - $ 0.07 (0.18%) after hours.
ICx Technologies, Inc. (NGM: ICXT) traded at $ 5.86, up $0.88 or 17.67% but was down in after hours.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:LMT) closed at $75.70, up $ 0.59 (0.79%).
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) ended the day at $56.83, up $0.79 (1.41).
OSI Systems, Inc. (NasdaqGM: OSIS) closed at $24.47, up $ 2.45 (11.13%) but lost some ground in after market trading, down $0.21 (0.86%).
Raytheon Co. (NYSE: RTN) closed trading at $ 52.79, up $0.54 or (1.03%).

Company Snapshot

ICx Technologies, Inc was one of the top NASGAQ gainers for the day.

ICx Technologies is a leader in the development and integration of advanced sensor technologies for homeland security, force protection and commercial applications. Our proprietary sensors detect and identify chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive threats, and deliver superior awareness and actionable intelligence for wide-area surveillance, intrusion detection and facility security. We then leverage our unparalleled technical expertise and government funding to address other emerging challenges of our time, ranging from a cleaner environment and alternative energy to life science.

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Technest Announces Special Capital Distribution to Stockholders

Technest Announces Special Capital Distribution to Stockholders


BETHESDA, MD-- 12/24/09 - Technest Holdings, Inc. (OTC.BB:TCNH) announced that, following the settlement agreement with EOIR Holdings, on December 23, 2009, its board of directors has declared a special "return of capital" cash distribution of $0.407 per share of Common Stock. This distribution relates to the sale of EOIR Technologies, Inc. as previously announced. The cash dividend is payable on January 15, 2010 to shareholders of record as of January 4, 2010.


About Technest Holdings, Inc.
Technest Holdings, Inc. is a provider of: advanced remote sensor systems, intelligent surveillance and advanced 3D imaging technology solutions to the defense, homeland security and healthcare marketplaces. Technest is committed to setting next-generation imaging standards through the provision of innovative emerging technologies. Through strategic development, Technest focuses on the creation of dual-use technology and products with applications in healthcare as well as the fields of defense, civilian homeland security and law enforcement.
To learn more about Technest Holdings, Inc., (OTC.BB:TCNH - News) please visit the company's Web site at www.technestinc.com.
Investors are cautioned that certain statements contained in this press release are "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the "Act"). Forward-looking statements include statements which are predictive in nature, which depend upon or refer to future events or conditions, which include words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," or similar expressions. In addition, any statements concerning ongoing business strategies or prospects, applicability, benefit and use of our product and services, and possible future actions, which may be provided by management, are also forward-looking statements as defined by the Act. Some of the factors that could significantly impact the forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to: the functionality of our product; our capabilities; a rejection of the Company's products and technologies by the marketplace; and disputes as to the Company's intellectual property rights. Forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and projections about future events and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions about Technest Holdings, its products, economic and market factors and the industries in which Technest Holdings does business, among other things. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and Technest Holdings has no specific intention to update these statements. More detailed information about those factors is contained in Technest Holdings' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov



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Sunday, December 27, 2009

Defense Stocks News -Raytheon ( RTN)Receives $1.1 Billion Order to Advance Taiwan's Patriot Capability

Raytheon ( RTN)Receives $1.1 Billion Order to Advance Taiwan's Patriot Capability

Download image TEWKSBURY, Mass., Dec. 23, 2009 - Raytheon Company ( RTN) has received Foreign Military Sales contract awards totaling $1.1 billion to fund new production of the combat-proven Patriot Air and Missile Defense System for Taiwan. The awards include ground-system hardware through an initial contract valued at $965.6 million and an initial spares contract valued at $134.4 million.

"The Patriot system is a vital element to providing superior integrated air and missile defense capabilities for the protection of Taiwan," said Daniel L. Smith, president of Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems (IDS). "Raytheon has provided advanced technology, innovation and support in Taiwan for more than 40 years, and we are honored to continue that partnership today and in the future."

The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala., issued the contract for new-production Patriot fire units that will include new advances in technology, improved man-machine interface and reduced life-cycle costs.

Raytheon is the prime contractor for both domestic and international Patriot Air and Missile Defense Systems and system integrator for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missiles. Work under these contracts will be performed at the Raytheon IDS Integrated Air Defense Center, Andover, Mass.; El Paso, Texas; and Huntsville, Ala. The company is supported by a global team of suppliers to the Patriot System.

Raytheon Company, with 2008 sales of $23.2 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 87 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 73,000 people worldwide.

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Nigerian National Charged With Attempting to Destroy Northwest Airlines Aircraft

Nigerian National Charged With Attempting to Destroy Northwest Airlines Aircraft

WASHINGTON, Dec. 26 2009 -- A 23-year-old Nigerian man was charged in a federal criminal complaint today with attempting to destroy a Northwest Airlines aircraft on its final approach to Detroit Metropolitan Airport on Christmas Day, and with placing a destructive device on the aircraft.

According to an affidavit filed in support of the criminal complaint, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, 23, a Nigerian national, boarded Northwest Flight 253 in Amsterdam, Netherlands on December 24, 2009 and had a device attached to his body. As the flight was approaching Detroit Metropolitan Airport, Abdulmutallab set off the device, which resulted in a fire and what appears to have been an explosion. Abdulmutallab was then subdued and restrained by the passengers and flight crew. The airplane landed shortly thereafter, and he was taken into custody by Customs and Border Patrol officers.

A preliminary FBI analysis found that the device contained PETN, also known as pentaerythritol, a high explosive. Further analysis is ongoing. In addition, FBI agents recovered what appear to be the remnants of the syringe from the vicinity of Abdulmutallab's seat, believed to have been part of the device.

"This alleged attack on a U.S. airplane on Christmas Day shows that we must remain vigilant in the fight against terrorism at all times," Attorney General Eric Holder said. "Had this alleged plot to destroy an airplane been successful, scores of innocent people would have been killed or injured. We will continue to investigate this matter vigorously, and we will use all measures available to our government to ensure that anyone responsible for this attempted attack is brought to justice."

Abdulmutallab required medical treatment, and was transported to the University of Michigan Medical Center after the plane landed. He will make his initial court appearance later today.

Interviews of all of the passengers and crew of Flight 253 revealed that prior to the incident, Abdulmutallab went to the bathroom for approximately twenty minutes, according to the affidavit. Upon returning to his seat, Abdulmutallab stated that his stomach was upset, and he pulled a blanket over himself. Passengers then heard popping noises similar to firecrackers, smelled an odor, and some observed Abdulmutallab's pants leg and the wall of the airplane on fire. Passengers and crew then subdued Abdulmutallab and used blankets and fire extinguishers to put out the flames. Passengers reported that Abdulmutallab was calm and lucid throughout. One flight attendant asked him what he had had in his pocket, and he replied "explosive device."

These prosecutions are being handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Michigan, with assistance from the Counterterrorism Section of the Justice Department's National Security Division.

The investigation is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, US Customs and Border Protection, and the Joint Terrorism Task Force.

The public is reminded that criminal complaints contain mere allegations and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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Public Safety Minister Van Loan and Transport Minister Baird Comment Following Incident on Northwest Flight 253

Public Safety Minister Van Loan and Transport Minister Baird Comment Following Incident on Northwest Flight 253

OTTAWA, ONTARIO - Dec. 26, 2009 - The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Baird, Canada's Transport Minister, made the following statement following an aviation threat incident on Northwest Flight 253 from Amsterdam to Detroit.

"Yesterday, I spoke with US Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Jane Lute regarding Friday's aviation threat incident. Security threats to the United States are security threats to Canada. The Canadian government remains fully engaged with the Obama Administration on efforts to combat terrorist threats," said Minister Van Loan. "Our law enforcement and security agencies are committed to working with their US counterparts to secure our borders and protect the safety of our citizens."

Minister Baird has instructed officials with Transport Canada and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) to assume a heightened state of vigilance in light of this incident. Passengers travelling by air could experience delays due to increased safety measures and should plan accordingly.

"The safety and security of all Canadians is of the utmost importance to our government," said Minister Baird. "That's why we've taken immediate action and are currently working with our American counterparts to implement all necessary safety and security measures as appropriate to protect Canadian travellers."

While full details of the incident have yet to emerge, both Ministers reiterated the Canadian Government's support for using no-fly lists to increase aviation security and protect the public.

"It is clear that Canada is not immune from incidents of terrorism. Canada has disrupted terrorist plots, and has successively tried and convicted terrorists. We will continue to take the appropriate action to protect the safety and security of Canadians."
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Statement by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano

Statement by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano

Release Date: December 26, 2009
For Immediate ReleaseOffice of the Press SecretaryContact: 202-282-8010
http://www.dhs.gov/
"I am grateful to the passengers and crew aboard Northwest Flight 253 who reacted quickly and heroically to an incident that could have had tragic results. The Department of Homeland Security immediately put additional screening measures into place—for all domestic and international flights—to ensure the continued safety of the traveling public. We are also working closely with federal, state and local law enforcement on additional security measures, as well as our international partners on enhanced security at airports and on flights.


The American people should continue their planned holiday travel and, as always, be observant and aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious behavior or activity to law enforcement officials.

Passengers flying from international locations to U.S. destinations may notice additional security measures in place. These measures are designed to be unpredictable, so passengers should not expect to see the same thing everywhere. Due to the busy holiday travel season, both domestic and international travelers should allot extra time for check-in."

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Investor Tools for Investing in Defense Stocks and Homeland Security Stocks in 2010

Investor Tools for Investing in Defense Stocks and Homeland Security Stocks in 2010


POINT ROBERTS, Wash., DELTA, B.C. –December 27 , 2009 – http://www.homelanddefensestocks.com/, a leading global investor and industry portal for the defense and security sector, within www.Investorideas.com, updates investors with the defense stocks directory to research global defense stocks, Homeland Security Stocks, Aerospace and Defense Stocks, Biodefense Stocks, Security Stocks, Energy Security Stocks and Infrastructure Stocks for 2010.

The directory includes stocks on NYSE, NASDAQ, OTCBB, TSX and global exchanges.


Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Directory:


Partial Directory
2-Track Global Inc. (OTCBB: TOTG) is a technology development and marketing company which owns, operates and licences proprietary telematics solutions combining hardware and software applications run over wireless or satellite networks to deliver remote security management of marine and cargo fleets (including consumer solutions aimed at the leisure, marine and domestic security markets) and commercial vehicle plant and machinery management and security. The company has communications architecture technology, which provides global logistics solutions for the remote monitoring of freight containers over multiple transport mores.

4C Controls (OTCBB: FOUR) is an early stage company offering high technology integrated security solutions providing real-time early warning and reduction of time scales from threat-detection to termination in the field. The Company's primary focus is on cutting-edge technologies and large distribution networks including high resolution synthetic aperture radar satellites (SAR) and satellite images; ground high performance radars for intrusion detection and electronic surveillance / access control markets such as biometric, radio frequency identification (RFID), real time locating systems (RTLS) and closed-circuit television (CCTV).

AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR) AAR is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide aerospace and defense industry. With facilities and sales locations around the world, AAR uses its close-to-the-customer business model to serve aviation and defense customers through four operating segments: Aviation Supply Chain; Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul; Structures and Systems; and Aircraft Sales and Leasing.

Abatix Corp. (OTCPK: ABIX) ABATIX CORP. is a full line supplier to the construction, industrial and environmental industries. The Company currently has eight distribution centers in Dallas and Houston, Texas, in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California, in Phoenix, Arizona, in Seattle, Washington, in Las Vegas, Nevada and in Jacksonville, Florida. These distribution centers serve customers throughout the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest, Pacific Coast, Alaska and Hawaii. Abatix is a distibutor of construction and safety products.

Abaxis Inc. (NasdaqGS:ABAX) Abaxis develops, manufactures and markets portable blood analysis systems for use in any veterinary or human patient-care setting to provide clinicians with rapid blood constituent measurements. The system consists of a compact, 5.1 kilogram (11.2 pounds), portable analyzer and a series of single-use plastic discs, called reagent discs that contain all the chemicals required to perform a panel of up to 13 tests on veterinary patients and 14 tests on human patients. The system can be operated with minimal training and performs multiple routine tests on whole blood, serum or plasma samples. The system provides test results in less than 12 minutes with the precision and accuracy equivalent to a clinical laboratory analyzer.

ABM Industries Inc. (NYSE:ABM) ABM Industries Incorporated, which operates through its subsidiaries (collectively "ABM"), is among the leading providers of facility services in the United States. With fiscal 2008 revenues in excess of $3.6 billion and more than 100,000 employees, ABM provides janitorial, facility, engineering, parking and security services for thousands of commercial, industrial, institutional and retail facilities across the United States, Puerto Rico and British Columbia, Canada. ABM's business services include ABM Janitorial Services; ABM Facility Services; ABM Engineering Services; Ampco System Parking; and ABM Security Services.

Acambis (AIM: ACM.L; ACAMY.PK) Acambis is a leading vaccine company developing novel vaccines that address significant unmet medical needs or substantially improve standards of care. Acambis is recognized internationally as the leading producer of smallpox vaccines for emergency-use stockpiles held by the US Government and several other governments around the world. Acambis developed its ACAM2000™ smallpox vaccine under contracts with the US Government.

Accenture Ltd (NYSE: ACN) Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world's most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments. With more than 186,000 people serving clients in over 120 countries, the company generated net revenues of US $23.39 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2008.

ACI Worldwide (NasdaqGS: ACIW) ACI Worldwide is a leading provider of electronic payments software and services to major banks, retailers and processors around the world. The company's solutions enable online payment processing, online banking, fraud prevention and detection, and back office services such as settlement, account management, card management and dispute processing. ACI solutions provide market-leading levels of reliability, manageability and scale to over 800 customers in 88 countries.

Acorn Energy, Inc. (NasdaqGM: ACFN) Acorn Energy is holding company focused on improving the efficiency and environmental impact of the energy infrastructure, fossil fuel and nuclear industries. It also offers RT Solutions that focus on naval solutions to the commercial, defense, and homeland security markets, as well as other real-time and embedded hardware and software development in Israel. The naval solutions include Diver Detection Sonar(DDS) system that guards ports and shore installations from underwater threats; Mobile Acoustic Range system to measure radiated noise of submarines and surface vessels; Generic Sonar Simulator for training ASW, submarine, and mine detection sonar operators; Harbor Surveillance System that incorporates DDS sensors with above-water surveillance sensors to create above and below water security system; and Underwater Acoustic Signal Analysis system to process, analyze, and classify acoustic signals radiated by various sources and received by naval sonar systems.

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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Defense News - U.S. Customs and Border Protection Places $19.3 Million Follow-on Order for AS&E’s Z Backscatter Vans ZBVs to Support Counter-drug and

Defense News - U.S. Customs and Border Protection Places $19.3 Million Follow-on Order for AS&E’s Z Backscatter Vans ZBVs to Support Counter-drug and Anti-terrorism Programs

BILLERICA, Mass.--October 20 --American Science and Engineering, Inc. (AS&E®) (NASDAQ: ASEI), a leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray detection solutions, announced today the receipt of a $19.3 million order from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for multiple Z Backscatter™ Vans (ZBV™) — the industry’s top-selling mobile X-ray screening system.

“Our industry leading Z Backscatter Van has proven its ability to quickly and safely find contraband in vehicles crossing our borders,” said Anthony Fabiano, AS&E’s President and CEO. “We have worked very closely with U.S. government officials to meet their requirements, and we are very proud to continue to assist them in their mission to combat the threats on our borders.”

AS&E’s Z Backscatter Van (ZBV)

A breakthrough in X-ray detection technology, AS&E’s Z Backscatter Van is the number one selling non-intrusive mobile inspection system on the market. ZBV is a low-cost, highly mobile screening system built into a commercially available delivery van. The ZBV allows for immediate deployment in response to security threats and its high throughput capability facilitates rapid inspection. The system’s unique “drive-by” capability allows operators to conduct X-ray imaging while the ZBV drives past suspect vehicles and objects. For personnel safety in dangerous environments, a remote console is available for operating the system in stationary mode from a distance of up to 500 meters.

About AS&E®

American Science and Engineering, Inc. (AS&E) is the leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray inspection systems. With over 50 years of experience in developing advanced X-ray security systems, the Company’s product line utilizes a combination of technologies, including patented Z Backscatter technology, Radioactive Threat Detection (RTD), high energy transmission and dual energy transmission X-ray. These technologies offer superior X-ray threat detection for plastic explosives, plastic weapons, liquid explosives, dirty bombs and nuclear devices. AS&E’s complete range of products include cargo inspection systems for port and border security, baggage screening systems for facility and aviation security, and personnel and passenger screening systems. AS&E systems protect high-threat facilities and help combat terrorism and trade fraud, drug smuggling, weapon smuggling, and illegal immigration and people smuggling. AS&E customers include leading government agencies, border authorities, military bases, airports and corporations worldwide, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), HM Revenue & Customs (U.K.), Hong Kong Customs, and Abu Dhabi Customs. For more information on AS&E products and technologies, please visit http://www.as-e.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement. The foregoing press release contains statements concerning AS&E’s financial performance, markets and business operations that may be considered “forward-looking” under applicable securities laws. AS&E wishes to caution readers of this press release that actual results might differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements. Factors which might cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements contained herein include the following: significant reductions or delays in procurements of the Company’s systems by the United States and other governments; disruption in the supply of any source component incorporated into AS&E’s products; litigation seeking to restrict the use of intellectual property used by the Company; potential product liability claims against the Company; global political trends and events which affect public perception of the threat presented by drugs, explosives and other contraband; global economic developments and the ability of governments and private organizations to fund purchases of the Company’s products to address such threats; and the potential insufficiency of Company resources, including human resources, capital, plant and equipment and management systems, to accommodate any future growth, and future delays in federal funding. These and certain other factors which might cause actual results to differ materially from those projected are detailed from time to time in AS&E’s periodic reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which important factors are incorporated herein by reference. AS&E undertakes no obligation to update forward looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or changes in future operating results, financial condition or business over time.

Contacts Red Javelin Communications, Inc.Dana Harris, 978-440-8392dana@redjavelin.comorAmerican Science and Engineering, Inc.Laura Berman, 978-262-8700lberman@as-e.com



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Monday, October 19, 2009

Defense Stock News - Northrop Grumman Awarded Two U.S. Transportation Command Contracts

Northrop Grumman Awarded Two U.S. Transportation Command Contracts


HERNDON, Va., Oct. 19, 2009 The U.S. Department of Defense's Transportation Command has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) a contract for Joint Collaborative Analytic and Adaptive Planning (APEX) support and another contract to provide analytical support for the Joint Distribution Process Analysis Center (JDPAC) both at Scott Air Force Base, Ill.


Under the terms of the four-year $8 million Analysis and APEX Support contract, Northrop Grumman will provide modeling and simulation support, planning, operations research analytical support and system administration services. Northrop Grumman has partnered with C5T, O'Fallon, Ill., and S4, Burlington, Mass., for the program.
For the three-year JDPAC contract, which is also valued at $8 million, Northrop Grumman will perform studies and analyses for supply chain risk assessment, business case analysis, data management, distribution performance analysis, modeling and simulation support, and deployment and distribution cost/benefit analysis. Partners for the program include Dynamics Research Corporation, Andover, Mass.; LLamasoft, Ann Arbor, Mich.; Morgan Borszcz Consulting, Brambleton, Va.


"Working shoulder to shoulder with government analysts and action officers, we provide the analysis and quantitative insight to assist the senior leadership decision making as they face major issues today and tomorrow," said Jay Marcotte, Northrop Grumman Technical Services program manager for the contracts. "We have the proven analytical capabilities to provide the JDPAC Team the studies and analyses that will support the optimization of global transportation and distribution operations across the Department of Defense."
Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company whose 120,000 employees provide innovative systems, products and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide.
CONTACT: Jeff Lacap Northrop Grumman Technical Services (703)713-4488 jeff.lacap@ngc.com
Leah Smith Northrop Grumman Technical Services (703) 713-4616 leah.smith@ngc.com


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Thursday, October 15, 2009

National Homeland Security Knowledgebase Current Alexa Ranking Moves to 112,082 from 125,588 ranking October 1, 2009; Fast approaching top 100,000

National Homeland Security Knowledgebase Current Alexa Ranking Moves to 112,082 from 125,588 ranking October 1, 2009; Fast approaching top 100,000 sites

POINT ROBERTS, WA; October 16, 2009- The National Homeland Security Knowledgebase, www.NationalHomelandSecurityKnowledgebase.com (NHSK), a leading defense and Homeland Security website reports it currently has an Alexa Ranking of 112,082, up from 125, 588, October 1,2009 , fast approaching the top 100,000 sites.

The site is a leading destination for Homeland Security and Defense. The NHSK site content includes Homeland Security information resources, news, defense investment research and stock directories, links, resources and articles on Homeland Security and defense related topics as well as the "Homeland Security Advisory System Alert".

The NHSK Defense RSS News Feed is an RSS syndicated news feed with defense industry and stocks news. Public and private defense and security companies can submit news and press releases to targeted industry and investing professionals.

Published news is featured on the NHSK Defense RSS News Feed for additional syndication and distribution and carried on related blogs and websites.

Additional resources include the free defense newsletter .Sign up for the Free Defense Stocks and Industry Newsletter: Get industry and defense stock news

Websites can alsoadd the Homeland Security Advisory System Alert to their sites : http://www.twotigersonline.com/hs_advisory.html NHSK features banners that will automatically update to reflect changes in the Homeland Security Advisory System threat condition.

About The National Homeland Security Knowledgebase (NHSK) (http://www.NationalHomelandSecurityKnowledgebase.com) is owned by www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com (HDS), a global investor and industry news and research portal for Homeland Security stocks and the Homeland Security sector.
The NHSK website is currently for sale. Serious enquiries only.

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Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Homeland Security Stocks in Top 10 Investor Searches inbound

For the first time in years, Homeland Security Stocks are within the top 10 inbound searches at www.investors.com
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1. Natural gas stocks
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4. Renewable energy stocks
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8. Natural gas producers
9. Green energy stocks
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Defense Stocks News - Skymark Research Initiates Independent Research Coverage On Optex Systems Holdings, Inc.

Defense Stocks News - Skymark Research Initiates Independent Research Coverage On Optex Systems Holdings, Inc.


Category: Defense

CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 13, 2009 - Skymark Research, a leading provider of small- and micro-cap independent investment research, today initiated coverage on Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: OPXS.OB). Skymark Research is currently offering a complimentary trial subscription. To view our research go to: www.skymarkresearch.com.

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Skymark Research is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America. Our services include research analysis on the small- and micro-cap markets, real-time news and financial data, market commentary and the SMR newsletter. Skymark Research's staff of small-cap investment professionals is dedicated to providing the small market's investment community with the tools and avenues necessary to make the important investment decisions. To view our research reports on a complimentary trial basis and take advantage of our other services, go to www.skymarkresearch.com and click on the complimentary trial subscription button on our home page, or go directly to our registration page at www.skymarkresearch.com/signup.php.

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ABOUT OPTEX SYSTEMS

Optex, which was founded in 1987, is a Richardson, Texas-based ISO 9001:2008 certified concern, which manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications. Its products are installed on a majority of types of U.S. military land vehicles, such as the Abrams and Bradley fighting vehicles, Light Armored and Advanced Security Vehicles and have been selected for installation on the Stryker family of vehicles. Optex also manufactures and delivers numerous periscope configurations, rifle and surveillance sights and night vision optical assemblies. Optex delivers its products both directly to the military services and to prime contractors. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at www.optexsys.com.

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Raytheon (NYSE: RTN) Achieves Site Acceptance Test for Two U.S. Air Force Intelligence Ground Systems

Raytheon Achieves Site Acceptance Test for Two U.S. Air Force Intelligence Ground Systems Systems provides faster, more accurate intelligence,

GARLAND, Texas, Oct. 13, 2009 -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has accomplished two major requirements of the Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) contract, completing the site acceptance testing of two operational Distributed Ground Systems: DGS-2 at Beale Air Force Base, Calif., and DGS-4 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

"The DCGS Block 10.2 enterprise is about to change everything in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance tasking, processing, exploitation and dissemination," said Anthony DiFurio, director for Raytheon's Multi-Intelligence Systems. "We are at the pinnacle of adopting everyday social media technologies to intelligence analysts."

During the testing, Raytheon and the Air Force conducted a series of functional and performance tests, with representatives from the Air Force program office and the Defense Contract Management Agency observing and evaluating the results. The system shared intelligence data with the DCGS processing, exploitation and dissemination system operation center. It soon will be with Distributed Ground System Experimental (DGS-X) at Langley Air Force Base, Va.

DiFurio added, "The system is processing ISR data faster than the original requirements and shows even more robust capabilities to fight the overseas contingency operations."

When fully fielded, DCGS Block 10.2 will be a worldwide distributed, network-centric enterprise architecture that enables collaborative intelligence operations and production. Its environment provides for both the physical and electronic distribution of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance data, processes and systems.

Raytheon IIS is a leading provider of intelligence and information solutions, specializing in ground processing, unmanned ground systems, cybersecurity operations, homeland security and other markets to resolve the most complex problems for our customers worldwide. IIS had 2008 revenues of $3.1 billion and employs more than 9,000 engineering and technical professionals worldwide.

Raytheon Company, with 2008 sales of $23.2 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 87 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 73,000 people worldwide.

Contact: Keith Little 703.849.1675
SOURCE Raytheon Company


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Defense Stocks and Homeland Security Defense Stocks Directory Update

Defense Stocks and Homeland Security Defense Stocks Directory Update


POINT ROBERTS, Wash., DELTA, B.C. – October 13 , 2009 – www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com, a leading global investor and industry portal for the defense and security sector, within www.Investorideas.com, updates investors with the defense stocks directory to research global defense stocks, Homeland Security Stocks, Aerospace and Defense Stocks, Biodefense Stocks, Security Stocks, Energy Security Stocks and Infrastructure Stocks. The directory includes stocks on NYSE, NASDAQ, OTCBB, TSX and global exchanges.

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Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Directory:


Partial Directory
2-Track Global Inc. (OTCBB: TOTG) is a technology development and marketing company which owns, operates and licences proprietary telematics solutions combining hardware and software applications run over wireless or satellite networks to deliver remote security management of marine and cargo fleets (including consumer solutions aimed at the leisure, marine and domestic security markets) and commercial vehicle plant and machinery management and security. The company has communications architecture technology, which provides global logistics solutions for the remote monitoring of freight containers over multiple transport mores.

4C Controls (OTCBB: FOUR) is an early stage company offering high technology integrated security solutions providing real-time early warning and reduction of time scales from threat-detection to termination in the field. The Company's primary focus is on cutting-edge technologies and large distribution networks including high resolution synthetic aperture radar satellites (SAR) and satellite images; ground high performance radars for intrusion detection and electronic surveillance / access control markets such as biometric, radio frequency identification (RFID), real time locating systems (RTLS) and closed-circuit television (CCTV).

AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR) AAR is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide aerospace and defense industry. With facilities and sales locations around the world, AAR uses its close-to-the-customer business model to serve aviation and defense customers through four operating segments: Aviation Supply Chain; Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul; Structures and Systems; and Aircraft Sales and Leasing.

Abatix Corp. (OTCPK: ABIX) ABATIX CORP. is a full line supplier to the construction, industrial and environmental industries. The Company currently has eight distribution centers in Dallas and Houston, Texas, in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California, in Phoenix, Arizona, in Seattle, Washington, in Las Vegas, Nevada and in Jacksonville, Florida. These distribution centers serve customers throughout the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest, Pacific Coast, Alaska and Hawaii. Abatix is a distibutor of construction and safety products.

Abaxis Inc. (NasdaqGS:ABAX) Abaxis develops, manufactures and markets portable blood analysis systems for use in any veterinary or human patient-care setting to provide clinicians with rapid blood constituent measurements. The system consists of a compact, 5.1 kilogram (11.2 pounds), portable analyzer and a series of single-use plastic discs, called reagent discs that contain all the chemicals required to perform a panel of up to 13 tests on veterinary patients and 14 tests on human patients. The system can be operated with minimal training and performs multiple routine tests on whole blood, serum or plasma samples. The system provides test results in less than 12 minutes with the precision and accuracy equivalent to a clinical laboratory analyzer.

ABM Industries Inc. (NYSE:ABM) ABM Industries Incorporated, which operates through its subsidiaries (collectively "ABM"), is among the leading providers of facility services in the United States. With fiscal 2008 revenues in excess of $3.6 billion and more than 100,000 employees, ABM provides janitorial, facility, engineering, parking and security services for thousands of commercial, industrial, institutional and retail facilities across the United States, Puerto Rico and British Columbia, Canada. ABM's business services include ABM Janitorial Services; ABM Facility Services; ABM Engineering Services; Ampco System Parking; and ABM Security Services.

Acambis (AIM: ACM.L; ACAMY.PK) Acambis is a leading vaccine company developing novel vaccines that address significant unmet medical needs or substantially improve standards of care. Acambis is recognized internationally as the leading producer of smallpox vaccines for emergency-use stockpiles held by the US Government and several other governments around the world. Acambis developed its ACAM2000™ smallpox vaccine under contracts with the US Government.

Accenture Ltd (NYSE: ACN) Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world's most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments. With more than 186,000 people serving clients in over 120 countries, the company generated net revenues of US $23.39 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2008.

ACI Worldwide (NasdaqGS: ACIW) ACI Worldwide is a leading provider of electronic payments software and services to major banks, retailers and processors around the world. The company's solutions enable online payment processing, online banking, fraud prevention and detection, and back office services such as settlement, account management, card management and dispute processing. ACI solutions provide market-leading levels of reliability, manageability and scale to over 800 customers in 88 countries.

Acorn Energy, Inc. (NasdaqGM: ACFN) Acorn Energy is holding company focused on improving the efficiency and environmental impact of the energy infrastructure, fossil fuel and nuclear industries. It also offers RT Solutions that focus on naval solutions to the commercial, defense, and homeland security markets, as well as other real-time and embedded hardware and software development in Israel. The naval solutions include Diver Detection Sonar(DDS) system that guards ports and shore installations from underwater threats; Mobile Acoustic Range system to measure radiated noise of submarines and surface vessels; Generic Sonar Simulator for training ASW, submarine, and mine detection sonar operators; Harbor Surveillance System that incorporates DDS sensors with above-water surveillance sensors to create above and below water security system; and Underwater Acoustic Signal Analysis system to process, analyze, and classify acoustic signals radiated by various sources and received by naval sonar systems.

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Thursday, October 1, 2009

NHSK offers Defense and Aerospace Company News and Press Release Distribution Service on Top Ranked Alexa Defense Portal

NHSK offers Defense & Aerospace Company News and Press Release Distribution Service on Top Ranked Alexa Defense Portal

National Homeland Security Knowledgebase Current Alexa Ranking of 125,588

POINT ROBERTS, WA; October 1, 2009- The National Homeland Security Knowledgebase, http://www.nationalhomelandsecurityknowledgebase.com/ (NHSK), a leading defense and Homeland Security website features news release submission service and distribution. News is featured on the NHSK Security and Defence News RSS Feed and to the site’s one million unique visitors per month, specific to the sector. The site currently has an Alexa Ranking of 125, 588, fast approaching the top 100,000 sites.

Public and private defense and security companies can submit news and press releases to targeted industry and investing professionals.

Published news is featured on the NHSK Defense RSS News Feed for additional syndication and distribution.

With over a million unique visitors per month all related to security and defense, NHSK is an ideal and targeted destination for companies and professionals within the sector to submit industry news and press releases.

The NHSK site content includes Homeland Security information resources, news, investment research, links, resources and articles on Homeland Security and defense related topics as well as the "Homeland Security Advisory System Alert".
The National Homeland Security Knowledgebase domains: http://www.nationalhomelandsecurityknowledgebase.com/, http://www.homelandsecurityknowledgebase.com/, www.TwoTigersOnline.com/resources.html

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Homeland Security Advisory System Alert: http://www.twotigersonline.com/hs_advisory.html NHSK features banners that will automatically update to reflect changes in the Homeland Security Advisory System threat condition.

About The National Homeland Security Knowledgebase (NHSK) (http://www.nationalhomelandsecurityknowledgebase.com/) is owned by www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com (HDS), a global investor and industry news and research portal for Homeland Security stocks and the Homeland Security sector.

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Monday, September 21, 2009

Investors and Traders - Publish Your Best Security Stock Picks and Stock Profiles On Investorideas.com

Investors and Traders - Publish Your Best Security Stock Picks and Stock Profiles On Investorideas.com

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