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Deals of the Hour / July 8, 2010, 1:12 pm

Zardari brings daughters to talks

'A rarely seen introduction', that's how the Chinese media described the surprise President Hu Jintao had when his Pakistani counterpart walked in for talks at the Ornate Great Wall of People in Beijing hand in hand with his two daughters, Bakhthawar and Asifa. "They wanted to see you in person ... (Source: Deccan Herald 2010-07-08T16:09:53Z)

Venus Williams: LeBron Would Look Good In Miami

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Venus Williams says LeBron James would look good in a Miami Heat uniform. Williams spoke at the National Press Club on Wednesday promoting her new book and James was one of the topics she touched on during a question-and-answer session. The Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., resident ... (Source: WUSA 2010-07-08T01:58:03Z)

China, Pak to step up fight against terrorism

BEIJING: China and Pakistan pledged to step up joint efforts against terrorism today as the presidents of the two neighbouring nations vowed to expand trade and economic cooperation, state media said. Chinese President Hu Jintao welcomed Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari to the Great Hall of the ... (Source: Himalayan Times 2010-07-08T04:14:03Z)

Brazil 2014 World Cup Head Says Plans Now On Track

(AP) JOHANNESBURG (AP) - Brazil's top soccer official says preparations for the 2014 World Cup are back on track just two months after FIFA publicly criticized organizers for missing deadlines. Ricardo Teixeira says the ... (Source: CBS News 2010-07-08T11:52:11Z)

Where will "King" LeBron James reign?

Syracuse (WSYR-TV/AP) - The time is now for LeBron James to decide which city will be his new home. King James has been recruited heavily by a half-dozen franchises hoping the two-time league MVP can lead them to the ... (Source: NewsChannel 9 WSYR 2010-07-08T18:25:53Z)

Man sues LeBron James to prove paternity

One 55-year-old man thinks it should be millions and has filed a lawsuit to get it. TMZ.com reports that Leicester Bryce Stovell, who states in the lawsuit that he is a Princeton graduate and a legal advisor for the SEC ... (Source: Jackson Clarion-Ledger 2010-07-08T17:21:28Z)

Knicks make it official with Stoudemire

The New York Knicks made it official on Thursday and signed forward Amare Stoudemire to a contract reported to be worth about $100 million over five years. Stoudemire agreed to the deal earlier this week, but it could ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-08T17:21:28Z)

Synchronoss' FusionOne Buy Puts Spotlight on Mobile Sync

IDG News Service — Synchronoss plans to buy FusionOne in a deal that could allow phone users to sign up for a new phone and transfer data from their old phones at the same time. Synchronoss will pay US$40 million up front for FusionOne and will pay an additional $35 million if FusionOne achieves ... (Source: CIO 2010-07-07T22:44:46Z)

Lawyer sues basketball star LeBron James, alleging he is his father

Washington (CNN) -- A Washington lawyer has filed a lawsuit in federal court, claiming he is the father of basketball star LeBron James. Leicester Stovell alleges that the athlete and his family have been involved in a cover-up to deny paternity by committing fraud and misrepresentation. In the ... (Source: CNN 2010-07-08T19:23:09Z)

In Federal Suit, D.C. Lawyer Claims LeBron James Is His Son

A Washington, D.C., lawyer says he believes he is the father of basketball star LeBron James, and he has filed suit in federal court alleging a scheme to cover up paternity. In a complaint filed June 23, Leicester Bryce Stovell says he has been trying to determine paternity since 2007, at one point ... (Source: Law.com 2010-07-08T16:38:31Z)

Stock Alert : Notable Stock Deals of the Day (SNCR, EMC)

Synchronoss Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: SNCR) today announced that it reached an agreement to acquire FusionOne Inc. FusionOne Inc. is a privately held company. The transaction is valued at $40 million. Synchronoss will ... (Source: Transworld News 2010-07-07T18:05:36Z)

Lingerie model to celebrate World Cup by running nude through streets

Lingerie model Larissa Riquelme had promised to run the streets of Paraguay nude if her favorite team won the World Cup. Well, Spain knocked them out last weekend but that won't stop the model. Riquelme is now saying she ... (Source: Star-Press 2010-07-08T17:35:47Z)

Summary Box: Review of websites for flight deals

EASE OF USE: Travel-focused search engines including Kayak, Bing Travel and TripAdvisor check multiple sites at once as you search for the best airline fares. NEW REALITIES: Fees for checking luggage are now common and can add up. Kayak and TripAdvisor both let you include such fees in comparing ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-07T18:34:14Z)

Venus Williams: LeBron should sign in Miami

WASHINGTON - Venus Williams says LeBron James would look good in a Miami Heat uniform. Williams spoke at the National Press Club on Wednesday promoting her new book and James was one of the topics she touched on during a ... (Source: Metronews.ca 2010-07-08T02:48:09Z)

Knicks believe they still have a shot at LeBron

NEW YORK -- A day before LeBron James' decision, the New York Knicks believe they still have a chance. A team spokesman says the team has not been told it is out of the race for James, who is set to announce where he will play next season during an ESPN special on Thursday night. The Knicks made ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-08T05:39:57Z)

Synchronoss Buys FusionOne as Mobile Market Matures

Synchronoss Technologies today said it would acquire FusionOne, a mobile contact and media synchronization company, in a deal worth up to $75 million. Synchronoss provides back-end software that helps carriers, retailers and other sellers of connected devices activate and manage subscribers across ... (Source: Gigaom.com 2010-07-07T17:58:26Z)

LEFTOVERS: LeBron speculation runs amok

Thankfully, the over-the-top hype surrounding the "LeBron James Watch" will end tonight, fittingly, in an hourlong special on ESPN. Seemingly anyone with Internet access has speculated on the future of the prized free ... (Source: Las Vegas Review Journal 2010-07-08T11:45:01Z)

Venus Williams: LeBron James Would Look Good In Miami

WASHINGTON — Venus Williams says LeBron James would look good in a Miami Heat uniform. Williams spoke at the National Press Club on Wednesday promoting her new book and James was one of the topics she touched on during a question-and-answer session. The Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., resident endorsed ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-08T18:11:34Z)

Time running out for Sao Paulo 2014 hopes

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Time is running out for Sao Paulo if South America's largest city wants to host matches at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, local organizing committee president Ricardo Teixeira said on Thursday ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-08T16:45:40Z)

Stoudemire hopes to start 'new era' in New York

NEW YORK -- Amare Stoudemire is ready to lead the New York Knicks into what he calls the "start of a new era." Stoudemire joined the Knicks on Thursday in what his agent says will be a sign-and-trade agreement with the Phoenix Suns. The All-Star power forward agreed to a deal Monday with the Knicks ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-08T18:18:44Z)

LeBron not at his camp as Miami speculation heats up

CLEVELAND — LeBron James is the talk of the town even in his absence. James was not at the King City Classic as part of his Nike-sponsored basketball camp on Thursday, hours before the free agent was set to announce ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-07-08T16:59:59Z)

Pakistan president to sign trade deals with China

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari will sign agreements with China on business and trade during a visit to Beijing that kicked off on Wednesday, according to China's Foreign Ministry. But both sides were mum on whether ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-07T07:28:31Z)

Brazil soccer exec says 2014 World Cup hosting plans back on track after FIFA ...

Ricardo Teixeira, president of the Brazilian Football Confederation, left, Brazilian former striker Romario, center, and Brazilian soccer coach Carlos Alberto Parreira attend a press conference at the World Cup Thursday ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-08T12:49:27Z)

It's decision day for LeBron James

James was not at the King City Classic as part of his Nike-sponsored basketball camp on Thursday, hours before the free agent was set to announce which team he'll sign with. Some of college basketball's top coaches ... (Source: KABC 2010-07-08T17:35:47Z)

Top 5 Sports Stories

* LeBron James announces which team he'll play for tonight on ESPN. The program will come from the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, Conn., which gives Knicks fans hope. But "sources" say Miami may be the big winner. * Free agent Dwyane Wade stays in Miami. He's joined on the Heat by Chris Bosh from ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-08T15:26:56Z)

Nation and World

PITTSBURGH - Mullet conservation efforts are under way in Pittsburgh - the hairstyle, not the fish. The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium gave reduced admission Monday to those sporting the business-in-front, party-in-back look. The tongue-in-cheek promotion kicked off a week of discount gimmicks at ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-07-05T23:58:44Z)

Review: Travel sites take off with tools for deals

NEW YORK— A lot has changed since I reviewed travel websites four years ago. Now the best ones reflect the new realities of travel, and offer to include luggage fees in fare calculations. That helps because $15 or $25 applied each way can turn a good deal sour. My verdict this time: I found ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-07T17:01:10Z)

Pittsburgh Zoo offers people with mullets a discount for a day — and a chance at a haircut

PITTSBURGH - Mullet conservation efforts are under way in Pittsburgh — the hairstyle, not the fish. The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium gave reduced admission Monday to those sporting the business-in-front, party-in ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-06T10:57:17Z)

Review of websites for flight deals

EASE OF USE: Travel-focused search engines including Kayak, Bing Travel and TripAdvisor check multiple sites at once as you search for the best airline fares. NEW REALITIES: Fees for checking luggage are now common and ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-07T16:25:23Z)

Sporting a mullet pays off at zoo

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mullet conservation efforts are under way in Pittsburgh — the hairstyle, not the fish. The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium gave reduced admission Monday to those sporting the business-in-front, party-in-back look. The tongue-in-cheek promotion kicked off a week of discount ... (Source: Citizen 2010-07-07T10:06:00Z)

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