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Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2010, 8:12 pm

NY spy suspect wants to stay here, lawyer tells AP

Associated Press Writer= NEW YORK (AP) — The Russian diplomat's daughter accused of being a spy is "embarrassed" by photos of her that have turned up in media reports and fears she will be deported, her lawyer said. Attorney Robert Baum told The Associated Press that he showed Anna Chapman, 28 ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-04T00:58:22Z)

The 10 sexiest on-screen spies

( InStyle.com ) -- We know it's serious news. But we'll admit: The recent arrest of 11 members of a so-called Russian espionage ring -- coupled with coverage of their assumed identities, their old-school tactics (invisible ink!), and even, in the case of "red-hot beauty" Anna Chapman, their ... (Source: CNN 2010-07-04T02:02:47Z)

Spider Resources Breaks Merger Pact With KWG, Accepts Cliffs' Bid

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (CLF) said Spider Resources Inc. (SDERF, SPID.RQ) broke off its agreement to merge with KWG Resources Inc. (KWGBF, KWG.V) and accepted Cliffs' offer to take over the company. All three companies are partners in a chromite project in Northern Ontario. Earlier this month ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-07-02T22:50:42Z)

New oil containment cap ahead of schedule (with photo galleries)

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on ... (Source: Bradenton Herald 2010-07-03T20:33:30Z)

Sestak would be 'most anti-Israel' member of Senate

PHILADELPHIA – Democratic nominee Joe Sestak would be "the most anti-Israel member" of the U.S. Senate, pro-Israel activists contended as the race for the Pennsylvania Senate seat erupted in controversy over the ... (Source: WND.com 2010-07-04T02:45:44Z)

New, tighter cap on gushing gulf well may offer hope for end to disaster

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken well — temporarily containing all of the oil, said Adm. Thad Allen ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-03T11:58:07Z)

MILITARY OFFICERS CONTRADICT NETANYAHU ON SHALIT PRISONER EXCHANGE - 'NOT AFRAID OF PRISONERS ...

Senior Israel Defense Forces officers say Palestinian prisoners released in exchange for kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit could be allowed to return home to the West Bank, and that the security services could deal with the ... (Source: SanFranciscoSentinel.com 2010-07-04T02:09:57Z)

KWG Special Committee Determines That Cliffs' Amended Offer Is Not Spider Superior Proposal

(RTTNews) - The Special Committee of the Board of Directors of KWG Resources Inc. (KWG.V: News ) has determined that the amended offer of Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (CLF: News ) in respect of the common shares of ... (Source: RTT News 2010-06-29T13:57:23Z)

NH's Sen. Shaheen spends July 4th with troops

CONCORD, N.H. -- New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen is spending the Fourth of July visiting with American troops in the Middle East. On Saturday, Shaheen was in Riyadh meeting with James Smith, U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia. He is a New Hampshire native. Shaheen, a member of the Senate Foreign ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-03T21:45:05Z)

Baby joy for Ronaldo?

MYSTERY surrounds an announcement on Cristiano Ronaldo's website that he is the father of a baby boy. The message on the Real Madrid footballer's internet page does not name the mother, but says the child will be under his "guardianship". It was unclear whether it was genuine or the work of a hoaxer ... (Source: News of World 2010-07-04T01:34:09Z)

SAP Extends Sybase Bid, Awaits EU Clearance

German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn't yet been cleared by European regulators. SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire July 1, has now been ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-02T12:49:24Z)

Police offer few new details in remains found at Iowa mother's house

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) — Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: WHO-TV 2010-07-03T19:43:24Z)

I'm back talking MLB- Strasburg, NBA & NHL- Caps

It has been a few months since I decided to write an entry, a pause fueled by excessive work and disappointment by TSN (fantasy sport decision) and the Capitals playoff "performance." Well, I am taking a weekend off (sort of) and I have decided to put a toe back in the water...hope it is worth the ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-03T19:14:46Z)

New Hampshire woman on oxygen dies after home power cut

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A woman who needed powered oxygen equipment to breathe died after she did not pay the power bill and a utility shut off her electricity, police said Friday. State officials were investigating ... (Source: Evansville Courier-Press 2010-06-25T22:37:32Z)

Police offer few details on remains found at home

DUBUQUE (AP) — Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: Globe Gazette 2010-07-03T22:06:34Z)

Spider Resources breaks merger pact with KWG

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (NYSE:CLF) said Spider Resources Inc. (SDERF, SPID.RQ) broke off its agreement to merge with KWG Resources Inc. (KWGBF, KWG.V) and accepted Cliffs' offer to take over the company. All three companies are partners in a chromite project in Northern Ontario. Earlier this ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-03T15:11:23Z)

Clinton hopes Russia accepts US missile defense

KRAKOW, Poland (AP) - U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton ( web | news | bio ) expressed hope Saturday that Russia would drop its opposition to a U.S. missile defense system in Europe and accept an offer to cooperate in developing technologies for shooting down hostile weapons. "The offer ... (Source: ABC 27 2010-07-03T12:33:54Z)

New well cap could halt all oil flow, says admiral

The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-04T00:36:53Z)

Clinton: 'Steel vise' crushing global activists

Earlier Saturday, Clinton expressed hope that Russia would drop its opposition to a U.S. missile defense system in Europe and accept an offer to cooperate in developing technologies for shooting down hostile weapons ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-04T02:09:57Z)

Hawks expect Johnson to accept contract offer

The person said the Hawks expect Johnson to accept their six-year contract offer, which is expected to be worth about $121 million when the NBA sets the salary cap next week. The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks are not commenting on the details of their negotiations with ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Wild Sign Prospects Peters, Bagnall

The deals were announced Friday. Peters gets a two-year deal and Bagnall gets a one-year deal. Both players signed two-way contracts, meaning they make less money when they're in the minors. The Minnesota Wild have signed a pair of prospects, center Warren Peters and defenseman Drew Bagnall. The ... (Source: WCCO 2010-07-02T23:33:39Z)

NH parks offer weekly guided hikes, tours

CONCORD, N.H. -- Six of New Hampshire's state parks are offering special programs this summer aimed at connecting participants with nature. "Discover the Power of Parks!" started this week at Bear Brook, Pawtuckaway, Greenfield, Monadnock, White Lake and Franconia Notch state parks. Throughout the ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-03T13:24:01Z)

SAP Extends $5.8B Sybase Bid, Awaits EU Approval

NEW YORK (AP) -- German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn't yet been cleared by European regulators. SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire July ... (Source: Industrial Distribution 2010-07-02T14:00:59Z)

Police offer few details on remains found in Iowa home

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) -- Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: Sioux City Journal 2010-07-03T21:02:08Z)

NBA Free Agency 2010: Top Destinations for Jermaine O'Neal

With free agency in full force and some of the top names are off the board, NBA teams are starting to look at role players that can anchor their team. No one wants to be the Cavaliers. While some franchises have tons of cap space to sign the LeBrons and Wades, many are strapped for cash and have to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T17:50:03Z)

Clinton says 'steel vise' is 'slowly crushing' global activists, threatening some democracies

KRAKOW, Poland (AP) — Intolerant governments across the globe are "slowly crushing" activist and advocacy groups that play an essential role in the development of democracy, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-04T02:31:25Z)

Willie Mitchell update; Jersey numbers; Minor-league signings

Good afternoon from balmy Minny. The Wild had a couple depth, two-way signings today, inking center Warren Peters to a two-year deal and defenseman Drew Bagnall to a one-year deal. They were signed for Houston and are injury callup candidates. From the press release: Peters, 27 (7/10/82), split time ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-03T00:09:27Z)

SAP, still waiting for EU clearance of acquisition, extends Sybase tender offer

NEW YORK (AP) — German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn't yet been cleared by European regulators. SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire July ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-07-02T12:49:24Z)

Hamas Declines Israeli Offer for Prisoner Swap

Palestinian militants have rejected a new Israeli offer for a prisoner exchange. The Islamic militant group Hamas has declined Israel's latest offer for a lopsided prisoner swap: 1,000 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for captive Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ... (Source: Global Security 2010-07-02T23:40:49Z)

Minnesota Sports

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild have signed a pair of prospects, center Warren Peters and defenseman Drew Bagnall. The deals were announced on Friday. Peters gets a two-year deal and Bagnall gets a one-year ... (Source: Marshall Independent 2010-07-03T21:52:15Z)

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