NEW YORK, NY--(MARKET WIRE)--Jan 25, 2008 -- Aurus Corp. (Other OTC:AURC.PK - News) must once again answer allegations that are unsubstantiated and opinionated.

This matter refers to an article written by John Helmer and released on Mineweb.

The Board is meeting with its attorneys to prepare a news release to address the statements and insinuations of Mr. Helmer.

The news release shall be issued on January 29, 2008.

About Aurus Corporation

Aurus Corporation is a publicly traded mining holding company with several precious metal properties with over 5 million ounces in gold reserves, trading under the ticker symbol AURC on the US Pinksheets market. Aurus seeks to continue to acquire proven gold and other precious metal reserves in Russia and other emerging countries and operate its mines through joint ventures and/or partnerships.

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