every once in awhile lol! eom

what a friggin pop on GTE! eom

btw my pos pink put out some news this morning...nice buying this afternoon. oh you know which one. lol!

Only move I was able to make while I was away was selling GTE....still watching it to see if starts a turn back up.

news on XDSL.....CEO: mPhase Technologies Poised to Deliver Substantial Breakthrough in Battery Technology; Says Recent Developments Pave Way to Create a Storage Battery Far Superior to Any Currently Known

December 29, 2005 13:03:01 (ET)

LITTLE FALLS, N.J., Dec 29, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- mPhase Technologies (XDSL, Trade) CEO Ron Durando, today said the company is poised to deliver a substantial breakthrough in battery technology utilizing superhydrophopic nano-patterned structures.

As validation of his comment Durando cited a seminal paper describing the achievement by scientists in the globally respected, peer reviewed Bell Labs Technical Journal, with a current issue dedicated to nanotechnology. The article details the achievement by scientists in demonstrating a working reserve battery prototype that relies on a nano-based architecture. Reprints of the paper are available through mPhase website, www.mphasetech.com.

"We are navigating uncharted scientific waters in our approach to developing a radical improvement in battery technology," stated Durando. "The publication of the paper in the Bell Labs Technical Journal is a strong indicator of the development progress, and I eagerly await the team's next technical milestone in 2006."

The company's work on the nanobattery was recognized by multiple awards this year. mPhase was named to the inaugural "Nano 50" list of the most innovative companies and individuals in nanotechnology, selected by a panel of experts assembled by Nanotech Briefs, a licensed publication of NASA. An earlier recognition of the company's work in this area took place in April when the company won the Frost & Sullivan 2005 Excellence in Technology Award.

About mPhase Technologies, Inc.

mPhase Technologies Inc. (XDSL, Trade) develops and commercializes next-generation telecommunications and nanotechnology solutions, delivering novel systems to the marketplace that advance functionality and reduce costs. The company, awarded the 2005 Frost & Sullivan Excellence in Technology Award and named to the NASA Nanotech Briefs "Nano 50", is bringing nanotechnology out of the laboratory and into the market with a planned innovative long life power cell. Additionally, the company is working on prototype ultra-sensitive magnetometers that promise up to a 1,000-fold increase in sensitivity as compared with available uncooled sensors. More information is available at the mPhase Web site at www.mPhaseTech.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This news release contains forward-looking statements related to future growth and earnings opportunities. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by management of both companies in light of current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes to be appropriate. Actual results may differ as a result of factors over which the companies have no control.

SOURCE: mPhase Technologies

Media:
TMI
Sam Gronner, 201-592-7896
sam@technovative.com
or
Investors:
CEOcast
Ken Sgro, 212-732-4300

Copyright Business Wire 2005

I'm off for the holidays so I just wanted to wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Wealthy New Year!!!!!!!

Very nice revenue numbers out on RHAT eom

ot: Breakers Might Reach 20 Feet Behind Strength Of Westerly Swell
Waves Might Reach 20 Feet Along North Coast Of Santa Barbara County

POSTED: 6:23 pm PST December 20, 2005

LOS ANGELES -- High surf advisories and coastal flood warnings were being issued for locations from the Central Coast south to San Diego County as a very large westerly swell generated by a series of Pacific storms began moving into the area, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.

The condition was expected to build Wednesday and persist into Thursday, and at its peak bring breakers of 15 feet to 20 feet along the north coast of Santa Barbara County and all of the San Luis Obispo County coast.

On the Orange and San Diego county coasts, forecasters said surf heights between 10 feet and 15 feet with some sets to 18 feet were possible. West-facing beaches of Los Angeles, Ventura and southern Santa Barbara counties were expected to get 9- to 13-foot breakers with some sets to 15 feet.

The combined effect of surf run-up and high tides could cause beach erosion and coastal flooding, the NWS said.

Forecasters warned that strong rip currents will make swimming or surfing in the higher-than-normal waves very dangerous for anyone, and large breaking waves will impact entrances to harbors and bays.

I'd like my salary to increase the same way. lol. I'm in TRCI because the their recent news and that they've dropped from an all time high of about $20....Looking for about $8 in the next six months...but I'll be watching very closely.

Adding more on the news for TRCI - Technology Research Corporation Announces $2.3 Million in Military Orders

December 21, 2005 08:00:15 (ET)

CLEARWATER, Fla., Dec 21, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Raymond B. Wood, Senior Vice President of Government Operations and Marketing for Technology Research Corporation (TRC), (TRCI, Trade), announced the Company has received approximately $2.3 million in orders primarily for Spare Parts Support requirements for the 3KW TQG, 5/10/15KW TQG and 30/60KW TQG programs, and other systems including Naval shipboard requirements. Deliveries for these orders are scheduled over the next three months.

Mr. Wood added, "We are pleased to continue to provide support for on-going military operations around the world."

Technology Research Corporation is engaged in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic control and measurement devices related to the distribution of electrical power. The Company supplies power monitors and control equipment used by the United States Military and its prime contractors and specializes in electrical safety products that protect against electrical shock, electrocution and electrical fires.

"Safe Harbor" Statement: Certain statements in this press release are forward looking in nature and, accordingly, are subject to risks and uncertainties. The actual results may differ materially from those described or contemplated.

SOURCE: Technology Research Corporation

Technology Research Corporation, Clearwater
Scott J. Loucks, 727-535-0572
Fax: 727-535-4828
Web Page: http://www.trci.net

USTT doing a 1-100 RS. eom

Bought a little TRCI on their news.... Technology Research Corporation Announces $1.7 Million in New Orders from Karcher, a Major Sprayer/Washer Manufacturer

December 19, 2005 11:39:01 (ET)

CLEARWATER, Fla., Dec 19, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Wayne P. Glaser, Vice President of International Operations and Special Programs for Technology Research Corporation (TRC), (TRCI, Trade), announced that the Company has received follow on orders from Alfred Karcher's China subsidiary, of approximately $1.7 million for GFCI power cords for their sprayer/washer product lines. Deliveries for this order are planned to commence in May 2006 with scheduled shipments through September 2006.

Wayne Glaser commented, "We are pleased that this follow on order continues the flow of TRC's GFCI power cords to Karcher China for incorporation into their high power sprayer/washer products."

Technology Research Corporation designs, manufactures and markets electrical safety products that save lives, protect people from serious injury from electrical shock and prevent electrical fires in the home and workplace. These products have worldwide application. The Company also supplies power monitoring and control equipment to the United States Military and its prime contractors.

"Safe Harbor" Statement: Certain statements made in this press release are forward looking in nature and, accordingly, are subject to risks and uncertainties. The actual results may differ materially from those described or contemplated.

SOURCE: Technology Research Corporation

Technology Research Corporation, Clearwater
Investor Relations
Scott J. Loucks, 727-535-0572
Fax: 727-535-4828
Web Page: http://www.trci.net

Copyright Business Wire 2005 ********************************************************************** As of Thursday, 12-15-2005 23:59, the latest Comtex SmarTrend(SM) Alert, an automated pattern recognition system, indicated an UPTREND on 12-14-2005 for TRCI @ $3.88. (C) 2005 Comtex News Network, Inc. All rights reserved.

Thanks MWC. Yes still holding GTE. ))) eom

TRPH news this morning could climb out of their hole now...

Tripath Announces Termination of Sec Inquiry

December 16, 2005 07:15:01 (ET)

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec 16, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Tripath Technology Inc. (Pink Sheets:TRPH), creators of Class-T(R) 1-bit digital audio amplifiers with Digital Power Processing (DPP(R)), today announced that the Company had received a letter from the Securities and Exchange Commission, dated December 15, 2005, informing the Company that the investigation of the Company entitled In the Matter of Tripath Technology, Inc. has been terminated and that no enforcement action has been recommended to the Commission.

"We are pleased by the SEC's conclusion," said Dr. Adya S. Tripathi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Tripath. "We are happy to be able to put this matter behind us as we continue our focus on our strategy to grow our business into the future."

About Tripath Technology Inc.

Based in San Jose, California, Tripath Technology Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company that focuses on providing highly efficient power amplification to the digital media, consumer electronics and communications markets. Tripath owns the patented technology called Digital Power Processing(R) (DPP), which leverages modern advances in digital signal processing and power processing. Tripath markets audio amplifiers with DPP under the brand name Class-T(R). Tripath's current customers include, but are not limited to, companies such as Alcatel, Alpine, Hitachi, JVC, Sanyo, Sharp, Sony and Toshiba. For more information on Tripath, please visit Tripath's web site at www.tripath.com.

SOURCE: Tripath Technology Inc.

Tripath Technology Inc.
Jeffery L. Garon, 408-750-6801
or
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates, Inc.
Kirsten Chapman, 415-433-3777 (Investor)
David Barnard, 415-433-3777 (Investor)
david@lhai-sf.com

Out of KNOL. Very nice run. )) Turning out to be a December to remember. LOL!

ELN weeeeee! CPNL weeeeeeee! ABGX weeeeeeee! Damn good day!!!!!!!

Agreed Rawnoc. Might really blast off now...

LCCI moving up....

roberthass -- looks like dilution due to acquisitions, increased costs, increased losses and now another acquisition. I'd wait on this one to settle down and get their hands around their business and acquisitions. Imho.

OT: You have got to try this. It is so bizarre. You tell Santa to do something and for the most part he does it.


<http://www.santasez.sig-ad.com>

I'm going to start weeeing for ELN real soon. Weeeeeeeeeeee! lol!

ELN taking off again...

PLUG news....IFC Grants $3 Million to IST and Plug Power for Fuel Cell Project in South Africa
12/15/2005 11:32:35 AM

WASHINGTON, Dec 15, 2005 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The International Finance Corporation, the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, awarded today a $3 million grant to IST Holdings (PTY) Ltd and Plug Power Inc., who will install 400 fuel cells in remote locations and cities of South Africa over the next three years. The fuel cells will provide a reliable source of electricity and will replace polluting technologies such as diesel generators.

Plug Power, a U.S. company based in Latham, New York, will produce the five kilowatt fuel cell systems, which IST, a South African company based in Pretoria, will import, distribute, install, and maintain. The project is worth a total of $14 million. When completed, the fuel cell installations will have the capacity to generate about two megawatts -- which is equivalent to the electricity needed to power 1,300 households. The electricity is targeted initially for use in backup and prime power applications in telecommunications and other industries across South Africa.

The project will represent the largest number of commercial fuel cells to be installed in a developing country to date. The cells installed using this grant will provide a reliable source of electricity for industrial and information technology applications and for telecommunications systems, including wireless infrastructure. They will help displace highly polluting and noisy diesel generators, providing electricity more efficiently, emitting very little greenhouse gas emission, and operating virtually noise-free.

Rachel Kyte, IFC's Director for Environment and Social Development, commented, "IFC is committed to helping bring sustainable energy solutions to emerging markets. Cleaner technologies are part of the solution. This project will not only provide a clean energy source in South Africa, but will also provide reliable electricity to remote areas of the country."

Harry Coetzee, IST's Group Chief Executive, said, "This project is another major step in IST's drive to implement leading edge technology on the African continent. For more than 25 years we have been in the business of applying engineering technology, and we look forward to strengthening our presence in this area with our Plug Power partnership."

Mark Sperry, Plug Power's Chief Marketing Officer, said, "This funding is essential as we begin to work with IST in the distribution of our fuel cell systems throughout the telecom and utility markets in South Africa. We expect this initiative to positively impact businesses and customers who are regularly affected by power outages resulting in decreased reliability throughout their networks and infrastructure."

The IFC grant is the first under the Fuel Cell Financing Initiative for Distributed Generation Applications, a $54 million program funded by the Global Environmental Facility. The program aims to bring clean, reliable electrical power to places in developing countries where grid power is either not available or unreliable. Its long-term objective is to catalyze the creation of sustainable markets for fuel cells in developing countries. The initiative is currently the only multilateral program that promotes stationary fuel cells.

In its first stage, the Fuel Cell Financing Initiative will subsidize commercial and pre-commercial fuel cell projects, granting a total amount of $9 million between 2004 and 2008. Projects will be subsidized up to $2000 per kilowatt, or 50% of the capital costs of the units, whichever is lower. During the second stage, the program will provide as much as $45 million in funding, but the subsidy level will be lower and will reflect the near commercial costs of the technologies. Fuel cells use an electrochemical reaction, rather than combustion to produce electricity.

Plug Power Inc. (PLUG), is an established leader in deploying clean, reliable, on-site energy products. More than 550 Plug Power fuel cell systems have been delivered to customers worldwide in commercial, public sector, telecommunications, utility and uninterruptible power supply markets.

IST Holdings (PTY) Ltd is a South African company that offers installation and commissioning of equipment, network planning and design engineering, manufacturing, marketing, submission of tenders, technical training and a local backup service. The name was an acronym of Integrators of System Technology, which remains an accurate overall description of the group's business.

The International Finance Corporation, the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, promotes sustainable private sector investment in developing and transition countries, helping to reduce poverty and improve people's lives. IFC finances private sector investments, mobilizes capital in the international financial markets, helps clients improve social and environmental sustainability, and provides technical assistance and advice to governments and businesses. Its 178 member countries provide its share capital and collectively determine its policies. From its founding in 1956 through FY05, IFC has committed more than $49 billion of its own funds and arranged $24 billion in syndications for 3,319 companies in 140 developing countries. IFC's worldwide committed portfolio as of FY05 was $19.3 billion for its own account and $5.3 billion held for participants in loan syndications.

The Global Environment Facility helps developing countries fund projects and programs that protect the global environment. Established in 1991, it is the designated financial mechanism for international agreements on biodiversity, climate change, and persistent organic pollutants. It also supports projects that combat desertification and protect international waters and the ozone layer. Its activities, funded by member countries, are implemented largely through the World Bank, UNDP, and UNEP. IFC acts as a private sector interface for the facility, operating through the World Bank as a GEF implementing agency. To date, IFC has developed GEF-eligible projects amounting to $174 million.

SOURCE Plug Power Inc.

Cynthia Mahoney White, Manager, Public Relations & Marketing of Plug Power Inc.,
Phone - +1-518-782-7700 ext. 1973, or Mobile - +1-518-527-1172, or
cynthia_white@plugpower.com

weeeeeeeeeee! lol!

yehaw! [ABGX, AMGN] AMGEN AGREES TO ACQUIRE ABGENIX FOR $2.2B CASH PLUS DEBT Been holding ABGX since January waiting for this to happen...

rotation - Done that a few times too. lol! GTE up again weee! lol!

ya makes ya wonder don't it. lol! eom

more on CPNL...fwiw... New Calpine CEO sound pick but job tough-analysts

December 13, 2005 16:27:01 (ET)

By Leonard Anderson

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 13 (Reuters) - Bob May, the new chief executive at Calpine Corp. ((CPNL.PK)), is a sound pick to steer the power company to firmer financial ground but it may take a bankruptcy restructuring to achieve that, analysts said on Tuesday.

May's background as a troubleshooter at companies outside the electric power industry will give Calpine a fresh perspective on its financial problems, they said.

"May is qualified to turn around the company and he is also equally qualified to handle a restructuring through bankruptcy," Jon Cartwright, debt analyst at BOSC Inc., said.

In announcing May's selection on Monday to replace Calpine founder Peter Cartwright, who was removed by directors two weeks ago after 21 years at the company, acting CEO and former Chevron Corp. (CVX,Trade) chief executive Kenneth Derr touted May's experience in turnaround situations.

Derr cited his work at companies like HealthSouth Corp. ((HLSH.PK)) and Charter Communications Inc. (CHTR,Trade).

May also has experience with FedEx Corp. (FDX,Trade) and Cablevision Systems Corp. (CVC,Trade).

Calpine's move to bring in a CEO from outside the power industry "seems like a good decision," Danielle Seitz, an analyst at Maxcor Financial, said.

"It's good that he will not have a lot of sentiment about the power business. That should help him to go straight for what is best for Calpine. It's an appropriate selection," Seitz said.

Calpine, one of the biggest power generators in the United States with 28,000 megawatts, is squeezed between a $17 billion debt load amassed during a power plant building spree and legal attacks by bondholders trying to block the sale of assets that secure Calpine's debt.

COURT TEST

The San Jose, California-based company faces a critical hearing on Thursday in the Delaware Supreme Court. Calpine is seeking to overturn a judge's order that it must repay $312 million of proceeds from the sale of oil and gas properties that it used to purchase gas for its plants.

Calpine has conceded that if it loses its appeal, a reorganization through bankruptcy may be on the table.

May's first task is to work with Derr, other board members and senior officers to study and weigh the company's options, he said.

"The great news for me is that there is a very deep pool of talent within this company," May said.

As the former nonexecutive chairman of HealthSouth, May helped guide the Birmingham, Alabama-based health-care company after former CEO Richard Scrushy was ousted in 2003 after being accused of directing a multibillion-dollar accounting scandal.

In June, Scrushy was found not guilty by a jury of all criminal charges related to the scandal.

From last January to August, May also was interim CEO at Charter Communications, a debt-laden cable television operator controlled by Microsoft Corp. (MSFT,Trade) co-founder Paul Allen.

"May helped to calm the waters as the interim guy at Charter but I don't think the world changed all that much," Ted Henderson, analyst at Stifel Nicoulas & Co., said, adding: "The only guy who can turn it around is Paul Allen."

Analysts said May is taking on a tough challenge.

"He's a workout guy but I don't see how (Calpine) gets through without a bankruptcy filing," said Dot Matthews, who tracks utilities at CreditSights Inc. "No one has confidence in them."

GTE running up weee!

lol @ Buzz! BTW CPNL bouncing up nicely

pos IPWG got a lot of late buying....maybe somethings coming??...we'll see.

LCCI news...LCC International Announces Trading Symbol LCCI to Resume December 13, 2005

December 12, 2005 16:40:01 (ET)

MCLEAN, Va., Dec 12, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- LCC International, Inc., (LCCIE, Trade), a global leader in wireless voice and data turn-key technical consulting services, today announced that it has been notified by the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Panel that the Company has evidenced compliance with all Nasdaq Marketplace Rules and, effective with the opening of business on Tuesday, December 13, 2005, the Company's symbol will be changed from LCCIE to LCCI.

Dean Douglas, President and Chief Executive Officer of LCC stated: "We are pleased to have all vestiges of the restatement behind us so we can now focus our full attention on managing the business, driving greater profitability, maintaining industry thought leadership and investing in the wireless industry."

CPNL - CALPINE TO NAME EX-HEALTHSOUTH CHAIR MAY AS CEO. eom

KNOL moving up again today ))

CPNL bounce finally starting???

Lots of buying activity on KNOL

lot of buying activity on IFUE no news yet...fwiw.

and for you also eom

MWC GTE holding avg. 1.78...resistance at 3.50 but if positive news continues should move past that to the mid 4's....then we'll see.