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Deals of the Hour / August 10, 2010, 7:39 pm

Bizarre News -- Gold Collection Sale

RENO, Nev. (AP) - There's gold in them thar display cases. The Carson Nugget casino is putting its unique gold collection up for sale. The Carson City, Nev., collection could be worth as much as five million bucks. There ... (Source: KABC 2010-08-10T08:21:15Z)

Julia Roberts Eats, Prays, Loves, and Plays a Game With Me

Julia Roberts Eats, Prays, Loves, and Plays a Game With Me I'm sitting just a few feet away from Julia Roberts and I'm going to ask her to play a game with me. Yep. I'm in a room with 25 other people who are all here to ... (Source: New York Post 2010-08-10T19:48:26Z)

Symantec acquires authentication services unit of VeriSign

Aug 10, 2010 (Datamonitor Financial Deals Tracker via COMTEX) -- Symantec Corp. has acquired identity and authentication business of VeriSign, Inc., which includes the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Certificate ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-10T21:50:08Z)

AT&T U-verse subscribers have options to watch shows on iPhone

Subscribers to AT&T U-verse, which launched in Central Florida in 2009, can get a mobile app that allows them to download and watch TV content on their iPhone. AT&T says it's the first TV provider to offer a mobile ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel (blog) 2010-08-10T22:33:05Z)

Montenegro offers citizenship

PODGORICA (Montenegro) - MONTENEGRO will offer citizenship to people who invest more than 500,000 euros (S$890,800) in the tiny Balkan country, the government said on Tuesday. The 'economic citizenship program' is ... (Source: Straits Times 2010-08-11T00:13:18Z)

AT&T Launches Enhanced Uverse App for iPhone

AT&T yesterday announced a new mobile app to complement its Uverse IPTV service. The app, which allows users to control their Uverse DVR as well as download and watch content, is now available on the App Store for ... (Source: Wirelessweek.com 2010-08-10T16:28:01Z)

Lawyer's vintage cars fought over in court

HOUSTON — In a hearing filled with harsh accusations and occasional tears, the longtime companion of Houston mega-lawyer John O'Quinn squared off against the managers of his estate over this week's ... (Source: Abilene Reporter-News 2010-08-10T03:56:23Z)

US Symantec completes Verisign's security unit acquisition

(M&A Navigator Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) US security software provider Symantec Corp (NASDAQ:SYMC) said yesterday it has bought the security business of Verisign (NASDAQ:VRSN) in a deal worth USD1.28bn ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-10T12:10:19Z)

Raiders' Scott comfortable at LB after year of change

NAPA — Trevor Scott is impressed with how easily Oakland rookie linebacker Rolando McClain has adapted to the NFL and marvels at his smooth adjustment to pro ball. Scott's own transformation — from a pass-rushing ... (Source: San Mateo Daily Journal 2010-08-10T10:58:44Z)

Off the menu: Blue crabs

Blue crab larvae from Louisiana 's coastal waters are turning up contaminated with oil. Blue crab larvae from Louisiana 's coastal waters are turning up contaminated with oil. According to an AP story this morning ... (Source: The INDsider 2010-08-09T14:41:49Z)

Panda Travel of Hawaii Agent Direct Sales Surpasses $100 Million Milestone

Information contained on this page is provided by companies via press release distributed through PR Newswire, an independent third-party content provider. PR Newswire, WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or ... (Source: WECT 2010-08-10T17:46:45Z)

Flick it: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World,' Eat Pray Love,' The Expendables'

Adapted from the very popular indie comic book, "Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World" promises to be a wild mash-up of Japanese manga, American indie rock and video games from around the world. Michael Cera plays the ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-08-10T18:22:33Z)

Bankrupt Lehman Brothers signs for sale

LONDON (AP) -- Fancy a credit-crunch keepsake or a meltdown memento? Artworks, objects and office signs from the European offices of Lehman Brothers are being auctioned to help pay creditors of the failed ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-08-10T11:13:03Z)

Julia Roberts talks nerves, family and 'Eat Pray Love'

ST. HELENA, Calif. - She has, arguably, been the leading lady in Hollywood for the last 20 years. But even Julia Roberts gets nervous about her film projects, including her latest: A big-screen adaptation of Elizabeth ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-10T22:40:14Z)

Raiders LB Scott adjusting well to new role on defense

NAPA, Calif. -- Trevor Scott is impressed with how easily Oakland rookie linebacker Rolando McClain has adapted to the NFL, and he marvels at his smooth adjustment to pro ball. Scott's own transformation ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-10T15:52:13Z)

Montenegro offers citizenship for investment

PODGORICA, Montenegro (AP) — Montenegro will offer its citizenship to wealthy businessmen who invest more than €500,000 ($662,650) in the tiny Adriatic country, the government said Tuesday. The so-called "economic ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-10T12:46:06Z)

Carson Nugget Casino Gold Collection Up For Sale

RENO, Nev. (AP) ― There's gold in them thar -- display cases. The Carson Nugget casino is putting its unique gold collection up for sale. The Carson City, Nev., collection could be worth as much as $5 million. There ... (Source: WJZ 2010-08-10T12:53:16Z)

Nevada casino to sell unique gold collection

After being on public display for decades, a Nevada casino's unique gold collection is up for sale. The Carson Nugget in Carson City is selling what it bills as "The World's Rarest Gold Collection" - more than 170 ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-10T12:17:28Z)

Judge denies woman's effort to stop O'Quinn car sale

Darla Lexington's effort to stop the sale of almost $5 million in rare cars collected by her longtime companion Houston lawyer John O'Quinn screeched to a halt today when a county probate judge gave this ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-09T15:17:37Z)

TrueCar.com and Zag Sign Three-Year Agreement to Sponsor Famed Pebble Beach Concours ...

Information contained on this page is provided by companies via press release distributed through PR Newswire, an independent third-party content provider. PR Newswire, WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or ... (Source: KFMB 2010-08-10T23:51:49Z)

VeriSign's Sale of Authentication Services Business to Symantec Closes

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) announced today the completion of the sale of its Authentication Services business to Symantec Corp. (NASDAQ: SYMC) for approximately $1.28 billion in cash subject to adjustments related to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Crabs Offer Evidence of Oil Tainting Gulf Food Web

Marine biologists routinely gather shellfish for study. Since the spill began, many of the crab larvae collected have had the distinctive orange oil droplets. Researchers are investigating whether the splotches also ... (Source: Sci-Tech Today 2010-08-10T07:09:40Z)

Judge Refuses To Block Sale Of Classic Cars

KSBW.com A judge in Texas is refusing to block the auction of an estimated $5 million classic car collection this weekend in Pebble Beach. The cars are part of the disputed estate of Houston lawyer John O'Quinn. O'Quinn ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-10T14:40:38Z)

Kosrae Hotels Offer Special Savings for Pacific Divers, Eco-Travelers

Information contained on this page is provided by companies via press release distributed through PR Newswire, an independent third-party content provider. PR Newswire, WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or ... (Source: WMC-TV 2010-08-10T17:46:45Z)

Tech: U-verse subscribers can watch shows, control DVR via iPhone

With an announcement and launch Monday, AT&T became the latest TV provider to offer a "TV Everywhere" service. The application for the Apple iPhone lets U-verse subscribers download and watch programs, and ... (Source: madison 2010-08-10T16:28:01Z)

Montenegro offers citizenship for big investors

Montenegro will offer citizenship to people who invest more than €500,000 ($662,650) in the tiny Balkan country, the government said Tuesday. The "economic citizenship program" is designed to attract businessmen to ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-10T18:44:01Z)

Lehman Brothers Auctions Off Souvenirs From the Recession

Disaster capitalism diversifies into memorabilia. Christie's will hold an auction next month in London to sell the discards from Lehman Brothers' European offices in an effort to pay off its $613 billion tab ... (Source: Nymag.com 2010-08-09T14:48:59Z)

Raiders' Scott settles in at LB

NAPA -- Trevor Scott is impressed with how easily Oakland rookie linebacker Rolando McClain has adapted to the NFL and marvels at his smooth adjustment to pro ball. Scott's own transformation -- from a pass ... (Source: Modesto Bee 2010-08-10T06:55:21Z)

Joe Barton won't be happy about this

A little less than two months after agreeing to fund a $20 billion escrow account for economic damage claims flowing from its massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, BP has deposited its first installment ... (Source: DAILY KOS 2010-08-10T23:30:21Z)

Art from Lehman Brothers European offices for sale

LONDON (AP) - Artworks from the European offices of Lehman Brothers are being auctioned to help pay creditors of the failed investment bank. Auctioneer Christie's says the Sept. 29 sale will feature works by modern ... (Source: LIVE AUCTIONEERS 2010-08-10T15:02:07Z)

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