http://www.newsvine.com/franchiseNewsvine - franchiseen-usCopyright 2013Sat, 2 Mar 2013 01:55:45 +0000Sun, 19 May 2013 15:38:47 +0000http://www.newsvine.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/01/17148960-nfl-sets-franchise-transition-tagshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/01/17148960-nfl-sets-franchise-transition-tagsnflsportsfranchisetagsbaltimore-ravensjoe-flaccoFri, 1 Mar 2013 19:00:10 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Feb. 13, 2013 file photo, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 34-31 in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game in New Orleans. The Ravens will have to pay at least $14.896 million for Flacco to be their quarterback in 2013. The NFL set the franchise tag at that figure Friday, March 1, 2013, and if the Ravens can't reach agreement on a long-term deal with Flacco before free agency begins March 12, they could tag him. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, FIle)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/03/14200914-correction-bond-at-50-franchise-storyhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/10/03/14200914-correction-bond-at-50-franchise-storybusinessusbondatfranchiseassociated-pressjames-bondus-news50Wed, 3 Oct 2012 15:16:00 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2011 file photo, producers Barbara Broccoli, left, and Michael G. Wilson pose for photographs at a photo-call for the new James Bond film, "Skyfall," at a central London restaurant venue. The film is the 23rd in the Bond series. With “Skyfall,” which premieres Oct. 23, 2012 in London, the family made another tough choice: casting 31-year-old Ben Whishaw as Bond's gadget guru, Q. (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, File)</p><p>FILE - This publicity file photo released by Columbia Pictures shows Daniel Craig as James Bond in the action adventure film, "Skyfall." Just a couple of years ago, production was derailed on “Skyfall,” the 23rd movie in the series, while partner Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. plunged into bankruptcy. MGM emerged in early 2011 with a hefty bankroll that allowed shooting to resume. (AP Photo/Sony Pictures, Francois Duhamel, File)</p><p>FILE - In thsi Mon., Oct. 1, 2012 file photo, Barbara Broccoli, left, and Lucy Fleming pose at "Everything or Nothing - The Untold Story of 007" After Party at Odeon West End, in London. (Photo by Jon Furniss/Invision, File)</p><p>FILE - This undated file photo shows Sean Connery as James Bond in "Never Say Never Again". The film “Never Say Never Again,” a 1983 remake of “Thunderball,” has its ironic title, because it brought Connery back as Bond after a 12-year hiatus. (AP Photo/File) zu unserem Korr </p><p>FILE - This 1968 file photo shows movie producer Albert Broccoli. The family of the late co-producer, Albert R. “Cubby” Broccoli, has maintained its grip on its 50 percent of the James Bond franchise, while MGM owns the other half. The Bond movie series, one of the longest running in history, has brought in nearly $4.9 billion in ticket sales worldwide and is looking to extend its run again. "Skyfall," the 23rd movie in the series, premieres Oct. 23, 2012 in London. (AP Photo, File)</p><p>FILE - In this March 29, 1982 file photo, Albert "Cubby" Broccoli, producer of the "James Bond" series, holds the Thalberg Award he received for his work at the Academy Awards, in Los Angeles. Roger Moore, left, British actor who plays secret agent 007 James Bond, made the presentation. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/16/12774211-ravens-rice-bears-forte-get-long-term-dealshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/16/12774211-ravens-rice-bears-forte-get-long-term-dealsnflsportsplayersfranchiseray-ricematt-forteMon, 16 Jul 2012 21:53:10 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - This 2012 file photo shows Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte. Pro Bowl running back Matt Forte and the Chicago Bears have agreed to a four-year contract, settling the biggest issue hanging over the team. The team confirmed the deal before Monday's July 16, 2012 deadline. (AP Photo/File)</p><p>FILE - This Oct. 2, 2011 file photo shows Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte in the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, in Chicago. Pro Bowl running back Forte and the Bears have agreed to a four-year contract, settling the biggest issue hanging over the team. The team confirmed the deal before Monday's July 16, 2012 deadline. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)</p><p>FILE - In this file photo taken Dec. 4, 2011, Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice runs against the Cleveland Browns during an NFL football game in Cleveland. Rice and the Ravens agreed on a new five-year contract Monday, July 16, 2012, worth roughly $40 million. Had Rice not signed, he would have played the 2012 season under the $7.7 million franchise tag tender. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta, file)</p><p>FILE - This 2012 file photo shows Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice. The Ravens and Rice agreed on a new five-year contract, Monday, July 16, 2012, worth roughly $40 million. (AP Photo/File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/08/12627406-spider-man-spins-up-3412m-worldwidehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/08/12627406-spider-man-spins-up-3412m-worldwidefilmfordebutfranchisemarqueespunonly-on-msnbc-comsony'ssix-daySun, 8 Jul 2012 17:43:41 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>The film spun a strong enough web in its worldwide debut to ensure a new future for Sony's marquee franchise, including a six-day domestic opening of $140 million.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/22/11817608-pht-big-night-on-off-ice-for-coyoteshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/22/11817608-pht-big-night-on-off-ice-for-coyotesfranchisedesertphoenixfinalsenticeprospectiveonly-on-msnbc-comphtaltphtTue, 22 May 2012 21:47:28 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>PHT: Not only does Phoenix need a win tonight to stay alive in the Western finals, but it's also possible the franchise will be playing it's last game in the desert if the local officials don't approve a motion to help entice a prospective owner from buying the team and not moving it.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/17/11746444-blizzard-apologizes-for-diablo-disasterhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/17/11746444-blizzard-apologizes-for-diablo-disastergamefranchiseapologydevilblizzardbelovedtriumphantonly-on-msnbc-comquotdiabloThu, 17 May 2012 17:29:18 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>What was supposed to be the triumphant return of a beloved game franchise has turned into one devil of a disaster. And now, Blizzard, the company behind "Diablo III," has issued an apology.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/04/13/11186946-keys-to-mortal-kombat-reboot-successhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/04/13/11186946-keys-to-mortal-kombat-reboot-successforfranchiseportablerevivingrebootvitaalikecelebratedonly-on-msnbc-comFri, 13 Apr 2012 21:02:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>A senior producer of the game talks about the upcoming portable version reboot for the Vita. Last year's release was celebrated by critics and players alike, for not only successfully reviving a troubled franchise but offering a breath of fresh air for fighting fans.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/16/10425834-rosenthal-wholl-get-tagged-and-who-wonthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/16/10425834-rosenthal-wholl-get-tagged-and-who-wontnfllifebowefranchisetagreceiverlong-termlinebackercornerbackonly-on-msnbc-comThu, 16 Feb 2012 05:56:05 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 22: Arian Foster #23 of the Houston Texans runs with the ball during the NFL against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 22, 2011 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/07/10345117-radcliffe-miffed-about-harry-potter-oscar-snubhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/07/10345117-radcliffe-miffed-about-harry-potter-oscar-snubfranchisenominationsartisticrackedstatuetteonly-on-msnbc-comclearallhasn'tWed, 8 Feb 2012 00:11:47 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Although the franchise has racked up a total of 12 nominations, it hasn't won a single statuette. Even worse, it's never been recognized in any of the artistic categories.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/27/8506922-womens-professional-soccer-terminates-franchisehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/27/8506922-womens-professional-soccer-terminates-franchisesportssoccerfranchisesouth-floridaterminatedwpswomen-professional-soccerThu, 27 Oct 2011 15:20:40 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/07/13/7073742-after-potter-warner-bros-seeks-more-magichttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/07/13/7073742-after-potter-warner-bros-seeks-more-magicbusinessharry-potterpotterwarnerfranchisestudiobrossaysdeathly-hallowsmedia-bizonly-on-msnbc-comWed, 13 Jul 2011 11:19:25 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Cast member of the film "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2" French actress Clémence Poésy poses upon arrival for a screening on July 12, 2011 in Paris, of the last movie of the Harry Potter franchise, premiering tonight in France, Switzerland and Belgium. AFP PHOTO / PATRICK KOVARIK (Photo credit should read PATRICK KOVARIK/AFP/Getty Images)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/06/05/4466930-al-qaida-offshoot-grows-in-the-deserthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/06/05/4466930-al-qaida-offshoot-grows-in-the-desertal-qaidaqaidafranchiseunited-statesworld-newssaharaafSat, 5 Jun 2010 10:25:18 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>In this photo taken May 12, 2010, Malian troops and soldiers from other African countries perform a war dance during a training exercise with the U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou) </p><p>In this photo taken May 12, 2010, Malian troops and soldiers from other African countries train with the U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou) </p><p>In this photo taken May 12, 2010, an elite unit of desert fighters from the Malian army trains with the U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo / Alfred de Montesquiou) </p><p>In this photo taken May 10, 2010, Malian special forces drill to face off an ambush as a U.S. Special Forces soldier gives instruction from a Malian truck in Kati, Mali, during a joint training exercise. Over 200 U.S. soldiers and Marines have deployed in six African countries to take part in "Flintlock," a three-week U.S. lead exercise to help some 600 African troops face the rising threat of drug traffickers, al-Qaida-linked terrorists and kidnappers in the vast no-man's land of the Sahara Desert. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou) </p><p>In this photo taken May 17, 2010, U.S. medics prepare to pull a tooth out from a sick Malian woman during a medical outreach operation with a team of U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou)</p><p>In this photo taken May 17, 2010, a Malian child wearing a Barack Obama T-shirt waits in line to receive medication from a team of U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou)</p><p>In this photo taken May 10, 2010, a U.S. Special Forces soldier fires a Russian-made "Dushka" heavy machine gun off a Malian army truck in Kati, Mali, during a joint training exercise with a unit of elite Malian troops. Over 200 U.S. soldiers and Marines have deployed in six African countries to take part in "Flintlock," a three-week U.S. lead exercise to help some 600 African troops face the rising threat of drug traffickers, al-Qaida-linked terrorists and kidnappers in the vast no-man's land of the Sahara Desert. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou) </p><p>In this photo taken May 10, 2010, a U.S. Special Forces soldier trains troops from Senegal combat techniques in Kati, Mali, during a joint training exercise with units from several African armies. Over 200 U.S. soldiers and Marines have deployed in six African countries to take part in "Flintlock," a three-week U.S. lead exercise to help some 600 African troops face the rising threat of drug traffickers, al-Qaida-linked terrorists and kidnappers in the vast no-man's land of the Sahara Desert. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou.) </p><p>In this photo taken May 12, 2010, Malian troops and soldiers from other African countries train with the U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou.) </p><p>In this photo taken May 17, 2010, a nomad from the famed Tuareg nomad tribe of the Sahara Desert brings his herd for vaccination to a team of U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert hading out aid near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou)</p><p>In this photo taken May 17, 2010, a nomad from the famed Tuareg nomad tribe of the Sahara Desert brings his herd for vaccination to a team of U.S. Special Forces in the Sahara Desert hading out aid near the town of Gao in northeastern Mali. The U.S. and other Western militaries are providing help to the Sahara region's weak armies, which face growing threats from al-Qaida linked militants and drug traffickers. (AP Photo/Alfred de Montesquiou.) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/01/15/3761622-hawaii-renews-non-exclusive-cable-franchisehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/01/15/3761622-hawaii-renews-non-exclusive-cable-franchisebusinessushawaiifranchiseconsumer-affairscable-franchisehawaii-departmenttime-warner-entertainment-coFri, 15 Jan 2010 14:00:32 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/11/16/3507841-ruby-tuesday-inks-franchise-contracts-abroadhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/11/16/3507841-ruby-tuesday-inks-franchise-contracts-abroadbusinessusmiddle-eastfranchiseruby-tuesdayMon, 16 Nov 2009 21:03:04 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/10/28/3434452-saw-franchise-creates-buzz-but-is-it-any-goodhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/10/28/3434452-saw-franchise-creates-buzz-but-is-it-any-goodpeoplefilmmoviehalloweenfranchisehorrormoviessawonly-on-msnbc-comWed, 28 Oct 2009 14:12:45 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Photo: Steve Wilkie</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/06/06/2902934-ap-impact-in-algeria-al-qaida-extends-franchisehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/06/06/2902934-ap-impact-in-algeria-al-qaida-extends-franchiseal-qaidaqaidafranchiseworld-newsalgeriaafSat, 6 Jun 2009 15:05:37 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>In this photo taken on Sunday, May 24, 2009 an Algerian gendarme watches through his binoculars as he patrols in the desert near Bechar at the Moroccan border, about 1000km West of Algiers, Algeria. (AP Photo)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/05/18/2832416-the-stars-may-leave-but-sequels-keep-cominghttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/05/18/2832416-the-stars-may-leave-but-sequels-keep-comingfilmcastfranchisemoviesbatmanaudiencesgrossesterminatorchristian-balemovie-opinionsonly-on-msnbc-comwhen-arnold-schwarzeneggerMon, 18 May 2009 17:29:12 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Warner Bros.</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/03/25/2601755-some-laid-off-workers-turn-to-franchisinghttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/03/25/2601755-some-laid-off-workers-turn-to-franchisingtechnologybusinesshealthfranchisefranchiseesfranchiseefranchisinghandymanonly-on-msnbc-comreinventing-americataso-louloudisWed, 25 Mar 2009 21:32:12 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Duane Hoffmann / msnbc.com</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/03/20/2572156-major-league-soccer-adds-portland-franchisehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/03/20/2572156-major-league-soccer-adds-portland-franchisesportssoccermlsportlandfranchisemajor-league-soccerFri, 20 Mar 2009 17:17:01 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/02/05/2399398-do-your-homework-before-buying-a-franchisehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/02/05/2399398-do-your-homework-before-buying-a-franchisebusinessglancefranchisebasicsThu, 5 Feb 2009 21:14:02 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/02/05/2398280-curran-why-pats-will-spend-1465-million-on-bradys-backuphttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/02/05/2398280-curran-why-pats-will-spend-1465-million-on-bradys-backuppeoplenfldefensiveenglandfranchisenew-englandtagcasselonly-on-msnbc-comThu, 5 Feb 2009 16:17:15 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>SAN FRANCISCO - OCTOBER 6: Head coach Mike Martz of the St. Louis Rams scratches his head as injured quarterback Kurt Warner stands by versus the San Francisco 49ers during their game on October 6, 2002 at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. The 49ers won 37-13. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)</p><p>FOXBORO, MA - NOVEMBER 09: Matt Cassel #16 of the New England Patriots celebrates as BenJarvus Green-Ellis #42 is congratulated by David Thomas #86 after Green-Ellis scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills on November 9, 2008 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills 20-10. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/02/04/2396443-curran-franchise-tags-likely-to-hit-these-nfl-starshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2009/02/04/2396443-curran-franchise-tags-likely-to-hit-these-nfl-starsbusinessnfldefensivefranchisejacobssuggstagpeppersuntil-februaryonly-on-msnbc-comfranchisedThu, 5 Feb 2009 01:40:39 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Jacobs scored two touchdowns as the Giants beat the Seahawks 44-6. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2008/09/12/1859198-nyra-emerges-from-bankruptcy-court-protectionhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2008/09/12/1859198-nyra-emerges-from-bankruptcy-court-protectionsportsnew-yorkracingfranchiseracing-franchiseFri, 12 Sep 2008 18:08:49 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2008/02/13/1299364-its-done-nyra-will-operate-ny-trackshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2008/02/13/1299364-its-done-nyra-will-operate-ny-trackssportshorse-racingnew-yorknyracingfranchisenew-york-racing-associationWed, 13 Feb 2008 21:15:04 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2008/01/21/1244074-racing-group-will-keep-running-aqueducthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2008/01/21/1244074-racing-group-will-keep-running-aqueductsportsracingfranchiseeliot-spitzernew-york-racing-associationMon, 21 Jan 2008 19:17:46 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post