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Deals of the Hour / August 12, 2010, 5:40 pm

Phil Angelides' Unusual Book Deal

The Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission, which Phil Angelides chairs, has signed a deal with Hachette Book Group's Little, Brown to publish its findings in December. The commission's hiring of agents to sell ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-12T21:04:49Z)

Cubs' Fontenot traded to Giants

SAN FRANCISCO - The San Francisco Giants looked only as far as the visitor's clubhouse to add depth and versatility to their infield, acquiring Mike Fontenot from the Cubs on Wednesday night. Fontenot still ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Chavez-Santos Summit in Colombia: UNASUR-brokered Peace Breaks Out

Posted by Max Shields on 08/12/2010 at 4:44am Let's see today what's on my agenda ok today I'll wake up and put my... Posted by Don Hawkins on 08/12/2010 at 3:30am Yes, no other term would fit more than ... (Source: Dissident Voice 2010-08-12T22:37:52Z)

Five-inch Dell Streak goes on sale Friday, $300 with AT&T contract

So, is it a small tablet or a big smartphone? Starting Friday, you can decide for yourself as Dell's long-awaited Streak tablet — er, mini-tablet — arrives in stores. After weeks of hemming and hawing ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-11T17:45:34Z)

That's The Spirit: Cardinals vs. Reds Feud

Only in America can one venture out to Cincinnati's Great American Ball Park to see a great American brawl. Two for the price of one. What a bargain. Instigated by callous comments from Cincinnati Reds' second ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-12T17:37:13Z)

Corruption Charges Tainted Rostenkowski's Legacy

Chicago Democrat Dan Rostenkowski, who for 13 years wrote tax laws and loopholes as chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, was the gruff, deal-making, steak-devouring embodiment of Congress in the ... (Source: NPR News 2010-08-12T10:06:15Z)

Judge keeps gay marriages on hold in Calif. until at least Aug. 18

Gap to offer shipping to 65 countries by year's end, test international markets for brands - Gap inc. has for the first time offered international shipping to 55 countries, allowing people in Australia, Mexico ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-12T19:38:55Z)

Cubs deal Fontenot to Giants

SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Giants looked only as far as the visitor's clubhouse to add depth and versatility to their infield, acquiring Mike Fontenot from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday. Fontenot, a former LSU ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-08-12T11:32:09Z)

Former U.S. Rep. Deal GOP choice for governor

Georgia Republicans tapped an 18-year congressional veteran dogged by ethics allegations as the party's nominee for governor. After a bitter runoff that featured nasty attack ads, former U.S. Rep. Nathan Deal ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-08-12T13:12:22Z)

Gitmo detainee gets 14 years but may serve only a fraction

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba — A Guantanamo jury recommended a 14-year sentence Wednesday for an al-Qaida cook, though he could be released much sooner under a plea bargain that will limit the time he ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-12T04:51:17Z)

Al-Qaida cook faces sentencing

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba – A Guantanamo jury recommended a 14-year sentence yesterday for an al-Qaida cook, though he could be released much sooner under a plea bargain that would limit the time he spends in ... (Source: Cape Cod Times 2010-08-12T10:27:43Z)

Jury weighs sentence for al-Qaida cook

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba — A Guantanamo jury began deliberations Wednesday to determine a sentence for an al-Qaida cook, though its decision may be overruled by a plea bargain that will limit the ... (Source: Maryland Daily Record 2010-08-12T00:12:07Z)

Barnes & Noble says no agreement with Yupaica

Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the bookseller, is ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T22:23:33Z)

Dell Streak on sale August 13 for $300 on AT&T contract, $550 without

ROUND ROCK, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dell (NASDAQ: DELL): "The Dell Streak has found a way to fit your whole world in a 5-inch screen. Its unique size will help people discover new ways to enjoy the web ... (Source: engadget 2010-08-11T07:37:07Z)

Giants get infielder Mike Fontenot from Cubs

SAN FRANCISCO -- The San Francisco Giants looked only as far as the visitor's clubhouse to add infield depth, acquiring Mike Fontenot from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night. Fontenot was still in Cubs gear ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-08-12T07:35:56Z)

Gap going global with web sales

Gap Inc. is going from one to 65 with the click of a mouse. The San Francisco company today announced that it now can fill online orders of its brands in 55 countries across the globe; previously it could only ... (Source: Birmingham Business Journal 2010-08-12T14:59:44Z)

UPDATE 1-Apache completes deal for BP's Permian assets

HOUSTON Aug 11 (Reuters) - Apache Corp ( APA.N ) said on Wednesday it has completed its $3.1 billion deal to buy BP Plc's ( BP.L ) ( BP.N ) oil and gas operations in the Permian Basin of West Texas and New Mexico. BP has ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-08-11T16:48:18Z)

BP Agrees on $1.9 Billion Colombia Sale to Ecopetrol, Talisman

Aug. 3 (Bloomberg) -- BP Plc, seeking to raise funds to pay compensation for the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, agreed to sell fields in Colombia to Ecopetrol SA and Talisman Energy Inc. for $1.9 billion in cash ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-03T13:01:34Z)

Android Tablet News: Dell Streak Streaks Online 8/12 on Sale 8/13 5 inch Screen

The Dell Streak is finally streaking to users on the Dell website with pre-sale starting August 12, with sales starting Friday the 13th. The Dell Streak is available for $299.99 with new two-year AT&T contract†, and $ ... (Source: Wireless and Mobile News 2010-08-10T20:38:33Z)

Charlie Rangel: Love Him or Leave Him

The Ethics Committee admonished Rangel, although it admitted to being unable to obtain any proof that Rangel knew of the corporate sponsorships. However, the committee still chose to hold Rangel accountable ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-12T20:00:23Z)

Barnes, Deal to face off in November

ATLANTA — As antiestablishment anger swept other parts of the nation, Georgia Republicans tapped an 18-year congressional veteran dogged by ethics allegations as the party's nominee for governor. After a bitter ... (Source: times-georgian.com 2010-08-12T10:42:02Z)

UPDATE 1-Barnes & Noble says couldn't reach deal with Burkle

NEW YORK, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Barnes & Noble Inc said it was unable to reach an agreement to end a rift with billionaire investor Ron Burkle as the top bookselling chain seeks to attract buyers. "Barnes & Noble and ... (Source: CNBC 2010-08-12T17:08:35Z)

Venezuela's Chavez, Colombia's Santos to discuss border security, trade at summit

BOGOTA, Colombia -- In an effort to improve severely strained diplomatic relations, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez and newly inaugurated Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos plan a summit Tuesday likely to ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-08-10T01:26:04Z)

Apache completes deal for BP's Permian assets

HOUSTON (Reuters) - Apache Corp ( APA.N ) said on Wednesday it has completed its $3.1 billion (1.97 billion pound) deal to buy BP Plc's ( BP.L ) ( BP.N ) oil and gas operations in the Permian Basin of West Texas and New ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-08-11T16:48:18Z)

Gap to offer shipping to 65 countries by year's end, test international markets for ...

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Gap inc. has for the first time offered international shipping to 55 countries, allowing people in Australia, Mexico, Brazil to order from its brands and allowing the company to test the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-12T14:31:06Z)

Suspensions for Reds/Cards Fight

Cincinati Reds pitcher Johnny Cueto has been suspended for seven games for his actions during his team's first inning brawl with the St. Louis Cardinals during Tuesday's game. Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa and Reds ... (Source: WILX-TV 2010-08-12T21:54:55Z)

Voters tap Nathan Deal as GOP's nominee

ATLANTA — As antiestablishment anger swept other parts of the nation, Georgia Republicans tapped an 18-year congressional veteran dogged by ethics allegations as the party's nominee for governor. After a ... (Source: Ledger-Enquirer 2010-08-12T04:22:39Z)

Apache completes $3.1B buy of some BP assets

HOUSTON (AP) -- Apache Corp. said Wednesday it has completed a $3.1 billion acquisition of oil and gas assets in west Texas and New Mexico from BP PLC. The acquisition is part of BP's broader agreement to sell Apache $7 ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-11T20:08:44Z)

Brandon Phillips Broke Baseball's Unwritten Rules, Provoking Brawl

Only in America can one venture out to Cincinnati's Great American Ball Park to see a great American brawl. Two for the price of one. What a bargain! Instigated by callous comments from Reds second baseman Brandon ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-12T22:23:33Z)

Barnes & Noble says it was unable to reach an agreement with financier Ron Burkle's ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-12T16:54:16Z)

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