Comcast opened virtual theme park "Comcastic Island" at 3D online world Second Life, where 7mln registered users may now compete in speed-themed experiences (jet ski race, anyone?) that highlight the benefits of the MSO’s HSD service. Attractions spotlighting Comcast’s digital cable and VoIP services are in development. — ESPN.com forged cross- promotional and content integration agreements with the University of Florida’s GatorCountry.com, the University of Oklahoma’s OUInsider.com and Southern California’s WeAreSC.com. — CNN has partnered with YouTube and the SC Democratic Party for a Jul 23 party debate, and voters are able to submit questions to participating presidential candidates through YouTube.

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