Witty titty,
Your post is almost what I would classify for some to be considered depressing.. I can't really comment about stock manipulation as I have no facts or way to prove that it occurs not that I would doubt that it goes on. The recent run up appeared to be day traders making quick cash based on a article published on the stock and nothing more to me.
I am unaware of any better way to invest in stocks then to read a companies 10Q's, look over their balance sheet with a fine tooth comb, consider their current ratio, their earnings and understanding shares that will come to market in stock offerings/warrants/compensation, understand their products and the value of those products in their respective industry and the companies potential for growth. I also respect Technical Analysis on stocks those that are experts at that. These items are the best a personal investor can do to invest in a stock that they would expect the market to fairly value in due time. I believe NEWN (not promoting it for others) is an excellent potential investment (at least for me) and manipulated or not will appreciate in due time and reward those with a bit of patience. Not sure how you personally decide what to invest in or to invest in anything at all with your perspective.
I wish you the best of course and the same with all investors and I truly hope that your 500 shares result in nice profits for you.
Now lets hope NEWN has a BLOWOUT quarter :).
Eric