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Deals of the Hour / July 14, 2010, 9:14 pm

University Medical Schools Test Cell Phones for Health Care Tasks

Dr. Richard Katz of George Washington University Hospital is testing whether inner-city diabetics might better control their blood sugar and thus save Medicaid dollars by tracking their disease using Internet-connected ... (Source: Diverse: Issues in Higher Educatio 2010-07-14T12:49:29Z)

George Steinbrenner's Olympic legacy

The United States won a Winter Olympics record 37 medals five months ago in Vancouver, a dramatic turnaround from the previous Canadian Winter Games. 1988 was a turning point for the U.S. Olympic Committee, which ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-13T22:01:52Z)

Timing of Steinbrenner's death may save heirs millions of dollars in taxes

CHICAGO — Born on the Fourth of July, George Steinbrenner left the world stage with a great sense of timing. Because died in 2010, his wealth avoids the federal estate tax, likely saving his heirs enough money to field ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-14T06:58:44Z)

Iowa tea party group's billboard linking Obama to Hitler, Lenin removed

D ES MOINES, Iowa — An Iowa tea party group today replaced a billboard comparing President Barack Obama to Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Lenin, calling the sign a bad decision that reflected poorly on the organization ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-14T19:37:31Z)

Hef bids to buy back Playboy; rival ears perk up

CHICAGO -- Hugh Hefner's offer to take Playboy Enterprises private drew the promise of a competing bid Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-07-13T10:20:21Z)

Steinbrenner Heirs May Save Millions on Estate Tax

Born on the Fourth of July, George Steinbrenner left the world stage with a great sense of timing too. By dying in 2010, the billionaire and long-time New York Yankees owner's wealth avoids the federal estate tax ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-14T11:02:07Z)

Don't expect any blockbuster nights from Orlando Magic

Matching the three-year offer sheet of the Chicago Bulls , who are trying to pry away J.J. Redick ? Or will it be letting go of Matt Barnes in favor of Quentin Richardson , who signed a multi-year deal Monday afternoon ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T22:17:22Z)

BP Would Be Barred From New Offshore Leases Under House Bill

Representative George Miller of California has sponsored the amendment to bar BP Plc from new U.S. offshore leases to drill for oil or natural gas. Photographer: Jay Mallin / Bloomberg News BP Plc would be barred from ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T21:10:34Z)

Bill would bar new BP leases

The Committee on Natural Resources voted to pass an amendment by Representative George Miller, a California Democrat, that would prevent BP and other companies from getting new leases unless they pass safety and ... (Source: Upstream Online 2010-07-14T19:16:02Z)

Rival may bid on Playboy

Hugh Hefner's offer to take Playboy Enterprises Inc. private drew the promise of a competing bid on Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder ... (Source: Times Union 2010-07-14T09:00:26Z)

ENVIRONMENT: Proposed House Measure Would Block BP from new Offshore Drilling

Thought you might be interested in this: ENVIRONMENT: Proposed House Measure Would Block BP from new Offshore Drilling http://www.publicintegrity.org/blog/entry/2238 The Center for Public Integrity http://www ... (Source: Public Integrity 2010-07-14T22:57:57Z)

Orlando Magic's J.J. Redick saga: Pros and cons of matching Chicago Bulls offer

The Orlando Magic and the Chicago Bulls are competing to sign J.J. Redick , and as of late Wednesday, there was only one unanimous winner: And that is Redick. Whether he stays in Orlando or moves on to Chicago, Redick ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-15T03:08:29Z)

doubleinstocks.com Announces Daily Stock Watch - ZMGD, VVUS, TSLA, CSCO

Las Vegas, NV, Jul 13, 2010 (WORLD STOCK WIRE via COMTEX) -- doubleinstocks tracks stocks daily and is pleased to offer its hot stock alerts. Investors can receive FREE Stock Alerts by visiting doubleinstocks.com at the ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-07-13T19:53:01Z)

Iowa 'tea party' group removes billboard likening Obama to Hitler, Lenin

Des Moines, Iowa — A conservative group replaced a billboard comparing President Obama to Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Lenin on Wednesday, calling the sign a mistake. Workers papered over the Mason City sign at the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-15T03:37:07Z)

Steinbrenner estate could save $328 million in estate taxes because in died in 2010

Born on the Fourth of July, George Steinbrenner left the world stage with a great sense of timing, too. By dying in 2010, the billionaire and long-time New York Yankees owner's wealth avoids the federal estate tax ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-15T03:51:26Z)

California Chief Justice George to resign

SAN FRANCISCO - California Chief Justice Ron George announced on Wednesday that he is stepping down. The state's top jurist said he won't seek re-election in November. His last day in office will be Jan. 2. Gov. Pete ... (Source: Daily Breeze 2010-07-14T20:49:06Z)

Hugh Hefner: Willing to buy up all Playboy shares

Hefner's offer drew the promise of a competing bid on Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder could lose control of the men's magazine he ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-13T09:01:37Z)

Obama-Hitler Billboard Covered Up In Iowa

A billboard in Mason City, Iowa, created by a conservative Tea Party group comparing President Obama to Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Lenin has been removed. Before being covered up. Kent Beatty, the general manager of the ... (Source: NPR News 2010-07-14T19:30:21Z)

Director leaving Juvenile Justice Department

The director of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice has resigned as the department wrestles with Gov. Pat Quinn's controversial proposal to fold it into the larger Department of Children and Family Services. By ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-15T01:13:57Z)

Using Cell Phones to Help Fight Chronic Diseases

Researchers are trying to harness the power of cell phones to help fight chronic diseases. Dr. Richard Katz of George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., calls it "medical minutes." Katz is testing ... (Source: WHSV 2010-07-13T16:32:35Z)

Fixed Mobile Convergence

Las Vegas, NV, Jul 13, 2010 (WORLD STOCK WIRE via COMTEX) -- doubleinstocks tracks stocks daily and is pleased to offer its hot stock alerts. Investors can receive FREE Stock Alerts by visiting doubleinstocks.com at the ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-07-13T19:38:42Z)

California Chief Justice Ron George stepping down

California Chief Justice Ron George announced his retirement Wednesday, stunning colleagues and court watchers who saw him issue the opinion that briefly legalized gay marriage and passionately work to consolidate the ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-15T00:23:51Z)

Leafs sign German forward Mueller to two-year contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs signed forward Marcel Mueller to a two-year entry-level contract Wednesday. The 22-year-old scored 24 goals and added 32 assists in 53 games last season with the Cologne Sharks of the ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-15T01:13:57Z)

Huge Potential From SSHO, VVUS, SGMA - PennyToBuck.com

You can t judge a vehicle by its chassis. It s truly what s inside that counts. That means that its engine has to be running efficiently enough to offer better gas mileage, more power, and reduced hydrocarbon ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-07-14T14:08:14Z)

Calif. Chief Justice Ron George stepping down

SAN FRANCISCO — California Chief Justice Ron George is stepping down. The state's top jurist announced Wednesday that he won't seek re-election in November. His last day in office will be Jan. 2. Gov. Pete Wilson ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-07-14T20:56:15Z)

Director of Illinois' Department of Juvenile Justice Resigns

The director of the Illinois agency that houses delinquent children has turned in his resignation. In a letter to the governor, Kurt Friedenauer simply says he's leaving the Department of Juvenile Justice to pursue other ... (Source: Chicago Public Radio 2010-07-14T21:17:44Z)

German speed skater Anni Friesinger-Postma retires

BERLIN, July 14 (Xinhua) -- Treble Olympic champion Anni Friesinger-Postma decided on Wednesday to end her speed skating career due to an articular cartilage damage in her knee. "I have to accept that my knee joint no ... (Source: Xinhua News Agency 2010-07-15T00:09:32Z)

Illinois `Fiscal Malpractice' Widens Yield Gap in $900 Million Bond Offer

Illinois , whose comptroller said the state is in the worst financial position in its history, may face a risk premium that is almost 15 percent above what it paid last month when it sells $900 million of Build America ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T04:49:53Z)

From texting to apps, using cell phones for healt

WASHINGTON (AP) - Researchers are trying to harness the power of cell phones to help fight chronic diseases. Dr. Richard Katz of George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., calls it "medical minutes." Katz ... (Source: WNCT 2010-07-13T13:05:00Z)

NBA Trade Rumors: Vince Carter To The Bulls If Magic Re-Sign J.J. Redick?

While the Chicago Bulls anxiously await the Orlando Magic's decision on whether to match their three-year, $19 million offer sheet to J.J. Redick, Gar Forman and John Paxson should be forming a Plan B. So suppose Chicago ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-14T01:22:18Z)

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