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Deals of the Hour / August 10, 2010, 7:40 am

Private-equity giant KKR shelves stock offering

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR), one of the largest equity firms, withdrew its plans to issue $500 mil in new shares, a month after it listed on the NYSE. It did not provide a reason. KKR, which owns stakes in Dollar ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-10T12:46:06Z)

Corrected: Canadian Guantanamo inmate's trial bad precedent: U.N

The trial of a Canadian Guantanamo Bay detainee for crimes he is accused of committing while a minor in Afghanistan may set a dangerous precedent for child soldiers worldwide, a top U.N. official said on Tuesday. The U.N ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-10T13:57:41Z)

David Beckham To Open LA Pub The Queen Vic? Chef Gordon Ramsay Talk

David Beckham is to open a pub in Los Angeles called The Queen Vic. David Beckham, the soccer superstar - who moved to America three years ago when he signed a deal to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy team - is ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-04T14:26:17Z)

AT&T Gets Another Android Phone To Ignore

AT&T is stocking another Google Android -powered phone to round out its smartphone lineup. The carrier said today it will sell the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 on Aug. 15 for $150 with a 2-year contract. Taking a look at the ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-09T19:13:50Z)

David Beckham and Gordon Ramsay to open pub in L.A.

David Beckham is to open a pub in Los Angeles called The Queen Vic. The soccer superstar - who moved to America three years ago when he signed a deal to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy team - is reportedly ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-04T15:45:01Z)

BECKHAM DENIES RAMSAY PUB REPORTS

Soccer star DAVID BECKHAM has laughed off reports he's opening an English pub in Los Angeles with celebrity chef GORDON RAMSAY. The Los Angeles Galaxy player was recently rumoured to be going into bu siness with his ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-09T21:08:22Z)

Arizona Cardinals center Lyle Sendlein flourishes in anonymity

FLAGSTAFF - Like his Hall of Fame position coach, Cardinals center Lyle Sendlein doesn't put much stock in being a pretty boy offensive lineman who's looking for the glitter and gold the NFL can offer. To ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-10T07:09:40Z)

Wendy's/Arby's to open 180 restaurants in Russia

A TLANTA — Wendy's/Arby's Group plans to open 180 dual-branded Wendy's and Arby's restaurants in Russia over the next 10 years. The company's international affiliate signed a deal with Wenrus ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-10T14:12:00Z)

2010 NFL Picks: AFC East Betting Odds Preview

Sports-Odds.com is releasing our 2010 NFL Picks on the AFC East Betting Odds after previewing the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills. Online sportsbook BODOG.com has posted odds to win ... (Source: Sports-odds.com 2010-08-10T12:10:19Z)

KKR Cancels $500 Million Share Offer

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co ( KKR.N ) said on Monday it has canceled plans to sell $500 million of new common units, less than one month after it listed on the New York Stock ... (Source: Private Equity Hub 2010-08-10T11:48:50Z)

Bellamy issues retirement warning

Manchester City striker Craig Bellamy has not ruled out walking away from football if he fails to make it into the club's 25-man squad for the new Premier League season. Roberto Mancini has made a number of ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-08-10T14:33:29Z)

Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc. to open 180 dual-branded restaurants in Russia in next 10 ...

ATLANTA (AP) — Wendy's/Arby's Group plans to open 180 dual-branded Wendy's and Arby's restaurants in Russia over the next 10 years. The company's international affiliate signed a deal with Wenrus Restaurant ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-10T13:14:44Z)

Khadr's confessions can be used during Guantanamo trial, judge rules

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVY BASE, Cuba — All of Canadian captive Omar Khadr's confessions to U.S. military interrogators can be used at the accused teen terrorist's trial, including one that followed a tawdry tale ... (Source: McClatchy 2010-08-10T11:05:53Z)

Judge: Guantanamo detainee's confessions may be used against him at trial

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVY BASE, Cuba - All of Canadian captive Omar Khadr's confessions to U.S. military interrogators can be used at the accused teen terrorist's trial, including one that followed a tawdry tale of rape, a war ... (Source: Charleston Gazette 2010-08-10T04:39:20Z)

Chicago Bulls must keep Joakim Noah

Bulls center Joakim Noah wants a long-term deal with the team and hopes to have one in place by the start of the season. Noah says his agent, Donald Dell, has already begun discussing a possible contract extension with ... (Source: Hoop Vibes 2010-08-09T16:14:53Z)

Wendy's/Arby's to open 180 outlets in Russia

W endy's/Arby's Group WEN-N plans to open 180 dual-branded Wendy's and Arby's restaurants in Russia over the next 10 years. The company's international affiliate signed a deal with Wenrus Restaurant Group Ltd., an ... (Source: Globe and Mail 2010-08-10T13:57:41Z)

First Data posts narrower Q2 loss

* Q2 rev up 18 pct Aug 10 (Reuters) - First Data Corp, a privately held credit card processor, posted a narrower second-quarter loss as an alliance with Bank of America Merchant Services pushed up retail and alliance ... (Source: Inside Fidelity 2010-08-10T11:56:00Z)

Keith Butler is Steelers' coordinator-in-waiting

Levittown — Loyalty often vanishes in pro sports the first time a substantial contract is offered. Keith Butler proves it still exists in the NFL.Butler, the Pittsburgh Steelers' linebackers coach since 2003 ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-10T09:18:31Z)

NFL Capsules - League and Player News: Jets owner not optimistic about Revis deal

CORTLAND, N.Y. (AP) — It appears Darrelle Revis won't be joining his teammates anytime soon. The New York Jets rejected the latest offer proposed by the All-Pro cornerback's agents, and owner Woody Johnson ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-10T11:13:03Z)

NBA Capsules: NBA to play 2 regular-season games in London

LONDON (AP) — Those high-flying slam dunks and long-distance 3-pointers are going to mean a lot more to the London crowd next year when the NBA plays its first regular-season games in Europe. NBA commissioner David ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-10T09:54:18Z)

Bulls Discussing Extension With Noah

Bulls center Joakim Noah wants a long-term deal with the team and hopes to have one in place by the start of the season. Noah says his agent, Donald Dell, has already begun discussing a possible contract extension with ... (Source: RealGM 2010-08-09T11:28:33Z)

Arizona Cardinals sign LB O'Brien Schofield to 4-year contract

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals have signed linebacker O'Brien Schofield, a fourth-round draft pick, to a four-year contract. Terms of the deal were not announced Tuesday. To make room on the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-28T00:51:23Z)

RIM's Main Worry Is Android

Despite increasing coverage and positive numbers coming from iPhone 4 sales, the main competitive risk for Research in Motion ( RIMM ) is the Android platform. Canalys reported August 2 in a news release that ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2010-08-09T10:31:17Z)

Memphian Williams signs NFL rookie deal

Flagstaff, AZ-(AP)-The Arizona Cardinals and first-round draft pick Dan Williams have agreed on a five-year contract. The 6-foot-3, 327-pound nose tackle from Tennessee is expected to practice with the ... (Source: WREG 2010-08-03T03:36:04Z)

A Hard Sell for RIM

On Tuesday, Research in Motion launched its newest BlackBerry in New York with AT&T . The device is called the Torch, and it combines the standard RIM keyboard with a larger touchscreen that slides open. We were ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-05T18:42:47Z)

Top ten Premier League transfers

It's been a relatively quiet summer so far in the Premier League, but there have still been some impressive buys. We assess the best deals of the window so far. With his craggy look and oft-broken nose, Steve ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-08-10T14:33:29Z)

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