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Deals of the Hour / August 10, 2010, 8:40 am

Katy Perry Goes 'Back To School' For Teen Choice Awards

Katy Perry relived her school days as the host of the Teen Choice Awards - the pop star went from gawky geek to prom queen as she hit the stage in an array of teen-inspired costumes. The quirky singer was in ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-10T13:14:44Z)

Skype files for IPO in U.S.; no details on price, sale date

NEW YORK — Skype SA, the Internet calling service that was controlled until last year by eBay Inc., filed Monday for a U.S. initial public offering. Luxembourg-based Skype tentatively put the value of the ... (Source: New Haven Register 2010-08-10T11:05:53Z)

Benfica negotiates sale of Ramires to Chelsea

(AP) — LISBON, Portugal - Benfica says it is in negotiations to sell Brazilian midfielder Ramires to Chelsea. The Eagles said in a statement to the Lisbon stock exchange that the two clubs are working on a deal but ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-04T16:49:27Z)

SF police arrest teen in death of German tourist

San Francisco police have arrested an 18-year-old in the death of a German tourist caught in the crossfire between two groups of teens in the city's tourism hub. Police spokesman Samson Chan says Phillip ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-10T13:50:32Z)

Skype files for IPO of up to $100 million

Skype SA, the Internet calling service that was controlled until last year by eBay Inc., filed Monday for a U.S. initial public offering. Luxembourg-based Skype tentatively put the value of the offering at $ ... (Source: Allentown Morning Call 2010-08-10T10:30:06Z)

Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez,'Twilight' Rule at 2010 Teen Choice Awards

Philly teens and tweens were in a tizzy Monday night when the 2010 Teen Choice Awards aired on FOX. As expected, all of the hottest young stars of today were on hand. Hosted by Katy Perry and the dudes from Glee cast ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-10T14:26:19Z)

Hungary's Cseh first in 200m medley qualifier

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Laszlo Cseh of Hungary has posted the best time in the men's 200-meter individual medley qualifying heats at the European swimming championships. The European record holder touched ... (Source: USA Today 2010-08-10T12:38:57Z)

Livermore mom delays plea in teen sex case

PLEASANTON, Calif.—A 42-year-old Northern California woman has been arraigned on felony charges of unlawful sex with two teenage boys, but delayed entering a plea while her defense lawyer reviews the ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-10T02:44:48Z)

NorCal mom delays plea in teen sex case

42-year-old Christine Hubbs was arrested Thursday after a month long investigation. Authorities say one of the boys told them he started having sex with Hubbs in 2008 when he was 14. Police say while they were ... (Source: KABC 2010-08-10T06:12:24Z)

On the Block: A Lehman Sign for £2,000

Paintings, tea caddies, cigar boxes and Chinese ceramics that decorated the London offices of Lehman Brothers are set to be auctioned at Christie's in September. The sale is expected to raise about £2 ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-08-09T10:16:58Z)

Biedermann beaten by French teen at European Championships

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) -- Teenager Yannick Agnel of France won the 400-meter freestyle at the European Championships, beating world-record holder Paul Biedermann of Germany in the final Monday. Agnel finished ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-08-10T05:29:27Z)

Art from Lehman Brothers European offices for sale

Artworks, objects and office signs from the European offices of Lehman Brothers are being auctioned to help pay creditors of the failed investment bank, Christie's auction house said Monday. The Sept. 29 sale in London ... (Source: San Mateo Daily Journal 2010-08-10T10:58:44Z)

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)

'Twilight,' vampires win big at Teen Choice Awards

Bloodsuckers struck another vein at the Teen Choice Awards with "The Twilight Saga" ruling Sunday's ceremony with 12 wins, including choice fantasy movie and villain, while "The Vampire Diaries" sucked up seven surfboard ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-10T14:54:57Z)

Five teens held in connection with slaying of German tourist

San Francisco - Five teenagers were being held Monday on suspicion in the death of a German tourist who was struck by apparent stray gunfire during a shootout between two groups of youths in San Francisco's ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-10T04:10:42Z)

Livermore Woman Held on $4.3 Million Bail for Alleged Sexual Relations With Teens

LIVERMORE, Calif. (AP) - A Livermore woman was being held on $4.3 million bail on allegations she had long-term sexual relationships with two teenage boys, authorities said Sunday. Christine Hubbs, 42, was arrested ... (Source: KRON4 2010-08-07T23:55:23Z)

Skype Files Plans for $100 Million IPO

Skype SA filed plans for an initial public offering Monday, trying to make the case for investing in an Internet phone company that is used by millions but paid for by few. The offering would be one of the ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-08-10T11:05:53Z)

European Championships: Germany Wins New Team Event

BUDAPEST, Hungary, August 9. THIS year, the sport of diving introduced a co-gender team event that has been used at various international meets throughout the world. The European Championships led off diving competition ... (Source: SwimInfo 2010-08-10T09:04:12Z)

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)

Teen Charged In Fatal Shooting Of German Tourist

SAN FRANCISCO -- Police have booked and charged an 18-year-old man named Phillip Stewart, of San Francisco, with murder after a shooting on Sunday near Union Square that left a German tourist dead and two ... (Source: BayInsider 2010-08-10T05:50:55Z)

Couple charged with felony for allegedly chaining teen

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Prosecutors say a Sacramento couple has been charged with felony child endangerment for imprisoning their 13-year-old son for days by locking him in chains, often tethered to a kitchen ... (Source: Modesto Bee 2010-08-10T14:19:10Z)

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 next ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Fergie fights for old pal Carlos

ALEX FERGUSON has been to Lisbon to testify on behalf of Carlos Queiroz at a hearing into alleged misconduct by the Portugal coach. Queiroz is fighting charges he was aggressive and insulting toward an anti-doping team ... (Source: The Sun 2010-08-10T14:33:29Z)

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)

Couple face felony charges for chaining teen

SACRAMENTO, CA (AP) - Prosecutors say a Northern California couple accused of imprisoning their 13-year-old son for days by locking him in chains, often tethered to a kitchen table, has been charged with felony child ... (Source: Wave 3 2010-08-10T15:02:07Z)

VeriSign Closes Sale Of Its Authentication Services Business To Symantec For Approx ...

(RTTNews) - Internet infrastructure services proivder VeriSign, Inc. (VRSN: News ) said it completed the sale of its Authentication Services business to Symantec Corp. (SYMC: News ) for approximately $1.28 billion in ... (Source: RTT News 2010-08-10T11:05:53Z)

Calif. couple accused of chaining teen to kitchen table as punishment charged with ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. Prosecutors say a Northern California couple accused of imprisoning their 13-year-old son for days by locking him in chains, often tethered to a kitchen table, has been charged with felony ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-10T14:26:19Z)

Alex Ferguson attends Queiroz hearing in Lisbon

LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson testified on behalf of Carlos Queiroz at a Portuguese Football Federation hearing on Tuesday into alleged misconduct by the Portugal coach which could ... (Source: Stamford Advocate 2010-08-10T14:19:10Z)

Girlfriend Loses O'Quinn Estate Battle

HOUSTON - Early Monday morning, Judge Mike Wood deals a blow to the girlfriend of the late attorney John O'Quinn. Darla Lexington wanted an injunction to prevent the sale of 31 vehicles that belonged to the ... (Source: MyFox Houston 2010-08-09T14:27:30Z)

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)

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