Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / July 26, 2010, 2:39 pm

UPDATE 1-Jones Apparel signs license deal with Inter Parfums

July 26 (Reuters) - Jones Apparel Group Inc ( JNY.N ) said it signed a license deal with a unit of fragrance maker Inter Parfums Inc ( IPAR.O ) to manufacture and distribute women's fragrances under the Nine ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-26T11:45:09Z)

Ferrari boss: Team orders 'have happened since the days of Nuvolari'

Ferrari boss Luca di Montezemolo made it clear on Monday that he has no problem with what the Formula One team did during the German Grand Prix at Hockenheim over the weekend, and said that driver Felipe Massa has to ... (Source: Autoweek.com 2010-07-26T18:33:10Z)

Canucks re-sign Raymond to two-year deal, avoid arbitration

VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- The Vancouver Canucks have avoided arbitration with Mason Raymond by signing the forward to a two-year, $5.1 million contract. Raymond set career highs with 25 goals and 53 points last ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-26T18:04:32Z)

Ex-Tennessee Titan Keith Bulluck's agent says team never called

Longtime Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck is moving on to the New York Giants. Bulluck reached a deal Saturday with the Giants, ending his 10-year run with the team that drafted him in the first round in 2000 ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-07-25T09:44:39Z)

Raps officially sign Kleiza

TORONTO -- The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Linas Kleiza to a multi-year contract. Per team policy, no details of the deal were announced. The Raptors had signed Kleiza to an offer sheet that was not matched by ... (Source: Canoe 2010-07-26T20:20:33Z)

Feds say jailbreaking mobile phones is OK

WASHINGTON (AP) - Owners of the iPhone will be able to break electronic locks on their devices in order to download applications that have not been approved by Apple Inc. under government rules announced Monday. The ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-26T18:11:42Z)

An Interesting Note on the McCourty Negotiations

The Patriots got 2nd round draft pick Rob Gronkowski under contract yesterday, while linebacker Brandon Spikes is also reportedly getting closer to reaching a deal.  That leaves just first round draft pick Devin ... (Source: PatsFans.com 2010-07-26T16:02:51Z)

BC Partners in Picard sale talks

BC Partners, the private equity group, has started exclusive talks with rival Lion Capital to sell Picard Surgelés, the French frozen food company, in a deal that could be valued at up to €1.5bn ($1.9bn ... (Source: Financial Times 2010-07-26T18:54:39Z)

Lion Capital buys Picard

BC Partners has agreed to sell French frozen-food firm Picard Surgeles to rival Lion Capital, highlighting the keen appetite of private equity firms to strike deals in the recession-resilient food industry. The sale of ... (Source: Stuff 2010-07-26T20:56:20Z)

Last-minute deal avoids arbitration with Canucks winger Mason Raymond

The Vancouver Canucks and winger Mason Raymond have agreed on a new contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for today in Toronto. Raymond has signed a two-year, $5.1-million US contract ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2010-07-26T16:24:19Z)

'House' star Hugh Laurie to sing the blues on new album

LONDON — Dr. Gregory House has long battled the blues. Now, the actor who plays the acerbic physician plans to play them. Warner Music Entertainment said Monday that British actor Hugh Laurie has signed a deal to ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-26T17:07:16Z)

Toronto officially signs Kleiza

The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Linas Kleiza to a multi-year contract. Per team policy, no details of the deal were announced. The Raptors had signed Kleiza to an offer sheet that was not matched by ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-26T20:20:33Z)

Britain's set-top box maker Pace acquires 2Wire for $420M

British set-top box firm Pace has agreed to acquire enterprise networking technology firm 2Wire for $420 million in cash. Under the deal, Saltaire, UK-based Pace will buy 2Wire for $475 million in cash. Since ... (Source: Venturebeat.com 2010-07-26T16:45:48Z)

Ferrari guilty for team orders, hit with $100,000 fine

Felipe Massa leads Ferrari teammate Fernando Alonso early in Sunday's German Grand Prix. Massa later let Alonso pass after a message from the team pit. After speaking to Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa, the FIA race ... (Source: Autoweek.com 2010-07-25T19:45:57Z)

Canucks sign LW Raymond to two-year deal

The Vancouver Canucks on Monday avoided arbitration with Mason Raymond, signing the left winger to a two-year contract. Raymond, 24, enjoyed a breakout season in 2009-10, setting personal bests in goals (25 ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-26T16:38:38Z)

Patriots agree on Rob Gronkowski deal

T he Patriots [ team stats ] want to be more proficient scoring in the red zone, and one of the potential keys to making that happen this season, rookie tight end Rob Gronkowski, came to terms on a deal yesterday ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-26T09:07:40Z)

New copyright rules allow 'jailbreaking' for iPhone apps, other exemptions

WASHINGTON — Owners of the iPhone will be able to legally break electronic locks on their devices to download software applications that haven't been approved by Apple, according to new government rules ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-26T17:00:07Z)

'House' star Hugh Laurie to record blues album

LONDON - Dr. Gregory House has long battled the blues. Now, the actor who plays the acerbic physician plans to play them. Warner Music Entertainment said Monday that British actor Hugh Laurie has signed a deal ... (Source: Indiana Gazette 2010-07-26T16:10:00Z)

Giants fill need for MLB with signing of former Titans LB Keith Bulluck

The New York Giants have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Keith Bulluck. Agent Gary Wichard says Bulluck and the team came to an agreement Saturday. Media reports said the deal was for one year and $ ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-25T00:26:18Z)

Jailbreaking Is Not a Crime

Attention iPhone users: Jailbreaking your phone not a crime. The good news came Monday morning as federal regulators decided that the common practice of hacking the phone's software falls inside the limits of the law ... (Source: NBC Bay Area 2010-07-26T17:57:23Z)

Jones Apparel signs license deal with Inter Parfums

The company said the initial Nine West signature fragrance would be marketed and sold globally, and the deal also grants Firmenich, a private fragrance design company, the exclusive rights to create and supply the ... (Source: Inside Fidelity 2010-07-26T11:16:31Z)

2Wire sold to Pace for $475M

In a bid to get a firmer grasp on the North American market, Pace is buying 2Wire for about $475 million. The set-top and gateway maker has yet to crack the Americas with anywhere near the success it has had in the ... (Source: CED Magazine 2010-07-26T20:42:01Z)

Pace to buy 2Wire in deal valued at $475M

Pace PLC, which makes set-top boxes used by television providers, said on Monday it has reached an agreement to buy 2Wire Inc. in a deal the company values at $475 million. The deal gives U.K.-based Pace a chance to ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-26T19:16:07Z)

Laurie signs deal for a blues record

Dr. Gregory House has long battled the blues. Now, the actor who plays the acerbic physician plans to play them. Warner Music Entertainment said Monday that British actor Hugh Laurie has signed a deal to ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-26T11:02:12Z)

Lion Capital Agrees To Buy Picard Surgeles

LONDON (Reuters) - BC Partners agreed to sell French frozen-food firm Picard Surgeles to rival Lion Capital, highlighting the keen appetite of private equity firms to strike deals in the recession-resilient food industry ... (Source: Private Equity Hub 2010-07-26T19:23:17Z)

Controversial win for Ferrarai

Fernando Alonso controversially led a Ferrari one-two at the German Grand Prix yesterday after Felipe Massa appeared to be given orders to let his team-mate past. Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel was third at his home Grand ... (Source: Go Jamaica 2010-07-26T15:12:44Z)

Titans Vet Keith Bulluck Signs With Giants

NEW YORK -- The New York Giants have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Keith Bulluck. Agent Gary Wichard said Bulluck and the team came to an agreement Saturday. Media reports said the deal was for one year and ... (Source: WSMV 2010-07-25T09:23:10Z)

Jones Apparel Signs Fragrance Deal With Inter Parfums

Jones Apparel Group Inc. ( JNY ) has entered an agreement with Inter Parfums Inc. ( IPAR ) to develop women's fragrances under the Nine West brand. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. Under the ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-07-26T10:47:53Z)

Patriots sign second-round draft picks

The New England Patriots have signed two of their three second-round draft choices, reaching deals with tight end Rob Gronkowski and defensive lineman Jermaine Cunningham. The Patriots drafted Gronkowski with ... (Source: Turnto10.com 2010-07-26T15:48:32Z)

Raptors finalize deal for Kleiza

Linas Kleiza, left, seen during the 2009-10 season, was originally drafted by Portland but was then traded to Denver. (David Zalubowski/Associated Press) The Toronto Raptors have finally landed Lithuanian forward Linas ... (Source: CBC Olympics 2010-07-26T20:20:33Z)

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