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Deals of the Hour / July 15, 2010, 5:20 am

Consumer Reports faults new iPhone

SEATTLE — Consumer Reports will not recommend Apple Inc.'s newest iPhone because of reception problems caused by its antenna design. After the iPhone 4 went on sale in June, buyers started complaining that holding ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-13T08:18:40Z)

Trial of Mich. couple accused of trying to bilk actor John Stamos out of $680,000 ...

MARQUETTE, Mich. (AP) — Federal jurors are preparing to consider whether a small-town Michigan couple tried to swindle actor John Stamos out of $680,000 by falsely claiming to have photos showing the "Full House" and ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-15T10:25:08Z)

iPhone 4 recall: Apple to tell soon

SAN FRANCISCO: Apple Inc has called a surprise press conference for Friday to talk about the iPhone 4, as the company continues to deal with fallout from reported reception problems on its popular smartphone. Apple ... (Source: Times of India 2010-07-15T09:06:24Z)

Man, 90, admits fatally beating wife

BUFFALO, N.Y. - A 90-year-old western New York man has admitted battering his wife of nearly 68 years to death with a hammer. Seated in a wheelchair, John Bunz pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter as part of a ... (Source: MSN Canada News 2010-07-14T15:55:36Z)

Apple's IPhone 4 Debut Floods EBay, Secondhand Market With Older Versions

Apple Inc. 's record-setting debut of the iPhone 4 has led to another surge: a flood of old iPhones hitting EBay, recyclers and discount sites. Gazelle.com, a site that buys electronics from consumers, purchased 20,000 ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-06T13:06:08Z)

Tale of Golden State Warriors sale still ongoing

The impending sale of the Warriors continued to drag on Wednesday because owner Chris Cohan was trying to get $420 million to $450 million for the team, according to two sources. Multiple sources confirmed to Bay Area ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-15T06:43:14Z)

Apple's IPhone Debut Floods Secondhand Market With Older Models

July 6 (Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc.'s record-setting debut of the iPhone 4 has led to another surge: a flood of old iPhones hitting EBay, recyclers and discount sites. Gazelle.com, a site that buys electronics from ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-06T16:48:03Z)

Ohio woman pays $5 at yard sale for LeBron James pendant worth nearly $10K

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio woman paid $5 for a LeBron James pendant at a yard sale, thinking it was costume jewelry. But the International Gemological Institute says Vaneisha Robinson's find is the real deal, ringing ... (Source: Cleveland News - Fox 8 2010-07-15T01:13:57Z)

Consumer Reports: iPhone 4 antenna causes reception issues, not formula for displaying bars

SEATTLE (AP) — Consumer Reports said Monday it will not recommend Apple Inc. 's newest iPhone because of reception problems caused by its antenna design. After the iPhone 4 went on sale in June, buyers started ... (Source: Hartford Courant 2010-07-13T10:34:40Z)

Prosecution rests in John Stamos extortion trial

Marquette -- Prosecutors have rested their case in the trial of two people accused of plotting to extort $680,000 from actor John Stamos. Six FBI agents testified Wednesday, including specialists in computers and cell ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-15T10:46:37Z)

Griffin gets past 1st round of match play

Medalist John-Tyler Griffin played 18 holes advanced through the first round of match play in the U.S. Amateur Public Links on Wednesday.Griffin, a Georgia Tech golfer from Wilson, N.C., defeated Andrew Perez of Oxnard ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-14T22:43:38Z)

John Stamos' Accuser Says 'Used to Have' Photo of Him Doing Cocaine: Liar, Liar ...

The Woman Accusing Actor John Stamos of Doing Cocaine and Acting Inappropriately with a Minor Doesn't Have Any Photographs - Suprise, Surprise According to Yahoo News , the conspiracy and extortion case against two John ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-15T05:53:07Z)

Medalist, NCAA Champions advance at 2010 US Publinks

GREENSBORO. - Stroke-play medalist John-Tyler Griffin advanced with a 1-up victory in his first-round match Wednesday at the 2010 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship. Griffin, 23, of Wilson, will be joined in the ... (Source: iHigh 2010-07-15T10:46:37Z)

New York man, 90, pleads guilty to fatally beating wife with hammer

BUFFALO, N.Y. - A 90-year-old western New York man has admitted battering his wife of nearly 68 years to death with a hammer. Seated in a wheelchair, John Bunz pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter as part of a ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-14T21:46:22Z)

Billionaires Vie For Golden State Warriors

The Golden State Warriors basketball team is up for sale and the billionaires are lining up. Who is in the running? There are four main suitors. One group is led by Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison with others who ... (Source: Luxist 2010-07-01T08:32:54Z)

Ohio woman pays $5 at yard sale for LeBron James white gold pendant worth nearly $ ...

This undated photo provided by the International Gemological Institute shows both sides of a jeweled pendant made to resemble a Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James number 23 jersey. When Vaneisha Robinson bought the ... (Source: My Fox 8 2010-07-15T01:28:16Z)

John Rollins back to defend title at PGA's Reno-Tahoe Open; tied for second in 2008

RENO, Nevada (AP) — John Rollins admits he would rather be at St. Andrews playing in the British Open this weekend. Still, he's not complaining about a return trip to the Sierra Nevada where he won the $3 million Reno ... (Source: KWCH.com 2010-07-14T23:26:35Z)

90-year-old Buffalo man pleads guilty to fatally beating wife

A 90-year-old western New York man has admitted battering his wife of nearly 68 years to death with a hammer. Seated in a wheelchair, John Bunz pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter as part of a plea bargain in ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-14T16:17:05Z)

Four Rescued From Border Canal Wednesday

EL PASO (July 14, 2010)--Four people suspected of illegally crossing the border were safe after they were rescued Wednesday from a canal at the Mexican border. El Paso Fire Department spokesman John Concha said the four ... (Source: KWTX 2010-07-14T16:09:55Z)

4 people rescued from canal at Mexican border in El Paso

EL PASO, Texas (AP) — Four suspected illegal border crossers are safe after being rescued from a canal at the Mexican border. El Paso Fire Department spokesman John Concha said the group was spotted in the canal on El ... (Source: 39online.com 2010-07-14T15:55:36Z)

John Rollins to defend title at PGA's Reno-Tahoe Open

RENO, Nev. -- John Rollins admits he would rather be at St. Andrews playing in the British Open this weekend. Still, he's not complaining about a return trip to the Sierra Nevada where he won the $3 million Reno-Tahoe ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-14T22:36:28Z)

Four people rescued from El Paso border canal

EL PASO, TX -- Four suspected illegal border crossers are safe after being rescued from a canal at the Mexican border. El Paso Fire Department spokesman John Concha said the group was spotted in the canal on El Paso's ... (Source: KABC 2010-07-14T16:52:52Z)

J.F. Lehman Completes Atlantic Marine Sale

J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFL") is pleased to announce the completion of the sale of Atlantic Marine Holding Company ("Atlantic Marine") to a subsidiary of BAE Systems, Inc. ("BAE Systems"). Atlantic Marine is ... (Source: Private Equity Hub 2010-07-13T18:27:07Z)

Analyst: If Apple recalls iPhone 4, cost could hit $1.5 billion

L OS ANGELES — The possibility that Apple's new iPhone could have a faulty antenna has fueled speculation that the popular phone could be recalled, and one analyst has pegged the potential cost at $1.5 billion ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-15T08:37:46Z)

BAE finishes purchase of Atlantic Marine

BAE Systems announced Tuesday it completed the $352 million acquisition of Atlantic Marine Holding Co. The acquisition first announced in May includes Atlantic Marine's shipyards in Jacksonville and Mayport, as well as ... (Source: Florida Times-Union 2010-07-15T07:11:52Z)

Ohio woman pays $5 for LeBron James pendant at yard sale, finds out its worth nearly ...

AKRON, Ohio - An Ohio woman paid $5 for a LeBron James pendant at a yard sale, thinking it was costume jewelry. But the International Gemological Institute said Vaneisha Robinson's find is the real deal, ringing in at ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-15T01:06:48Z)

Golf: John Rollins is back in Reno to defend title but would rather be in St. Andrews

John Rollins admits he would rather be at St. Andrews playing in the British Open this weekend. Still, he's not complaining about a return trip to the Sierra Nevada where he won the Reno-Tahoe Open last year after tying ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-07-15T02:04:04Z)

Texas billionaire David Bonderman identified as fourth bidder for Golden State Warriors

David Bonderman, a Texas billionaire who paid $7 million for the Rolling Stones and John Mellencamp to perform at his 60th-birthday party in 2002, has been identified as the fourth potential buyer to tour the Warriors ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-06-30T13:56:12Z)

Former Wilson Fike golfer leads U.S. Publinx

GREENSBORO - Former Wilson Fike golfer John-Tyler Griffin shot 67 Tuesday to finish at 9-under-par 133 after 36 holes to earn stroke-play medalist honors at the 2010 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship at the 7,218 ... (Source: iHigh 2010-07-15T09:49:21Z)

J.F. Lehman & Company Completes Sale of Atlantic Marine

NEW YORK , July 13 -- J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFL") is pleased to announce the completion of the sale of Atlantic Marine Holding Company ("Atlantic Marine") to a subsidiary of BAE Systems, Inc. ("BAE Systems ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-07-13T18:19:57Z)

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