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Deals of the Hour / August 19, 2010, 5:40 am

Barclays Deal With U.S. Over Trade Sanctions Is Approved

The judge, Emmet G. Sullivan, endorsed the deal, in which the bank will pay the money as part of a deferred prosecution agreement over charges that it violated United States sanctions by doing deals with Cuba ... (Source: New York Times 2010-08-19T11:52:29Z)

Judge OKs Barclays deal with Justice Dept.

WASHINGTON — A judge who questioned whether Barclays Bank PLC was getting off too easily nonetheless approved a deal Wednesday that will likely enable the financial institution to avoid prosecution on ... (Source: Waterbury Republican-American 2010-08-19T07:13:18Z)

Aerosmith Bassist: "Ink is Dry" on Steven Tyler as "Idol" Judge

Enough with the secret sources. Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton has gone on the record to say Steven Tyler is a lock to replace Simon Cowell as "American Idol" judge. His confirmation came after a host of widespread ... (Source: NBC New York 2010-08-18T22:52:14Z)

Deal reach in Stamford company Internet fees case

A marketing company in Stamford has agreed to pay $8 million to settle allegations that it tricked Internet shoppers into signing up for discount clubs with hidden fees. New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo ... (Source: Journal Inquirer 2010-08-19T12:06:48Z)

'Listen Up!' Betty White has two-book deal

The next stage in Betty White's ever-rising career: books. The 88-year-old actress has a two-book deal with G.P. Putnam's Sons, starting in 2011 with "Listen Up!" The publisher said Wednesday, that the book ... (Source: Norristown Times Herald 2010-08-19T05:18:46Z)

49ers sign Brian Westbrook to one-year deal

The 49ers signed free-agent RB Brian Westbrook to a one-year, $1.25 million deal Monday to be the primary backup to Frank Gore. Westbrook, 30, played in only eight games last year with the Eagles because of ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-17T01:24:55Z)

Australian prime minister rules out deals with opposition lawmakers to pass mining ...

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Thursday ruled out compromising her mining tax plans in deals with opposition lawmakers if she wins Australia's election, which she described as "a ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-19T05:33:05Z)

US must support flagging housing market: Geithner

US Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said Tuesday that the government must bolster the embattled American housing sector to avoid more damaging recessions in the future. Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner speaks during a ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-19T11:38:10Z)

JRM puts Almirola in No. 88 beginning in '11

Aric Almirola has signed a multiyear deal to drive the No. 88 Nationwide Series Chevrolet for Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s JR Motorsports beginning next season. Almirola, 26, who started 30 Sprint Cup races over a ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-19T06:08:53Z)

'Listen Up!' Betty White has 2-book deal

FILE - This Nov. 24, 2009 file photo shows actress Betty White during an appearance in Burbank, Calif. The next stage in Betty White's ever-rising career: books. The 88-year-old actress has a two-book deal with G.P ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-19T05:18:46Z)

Nigeria: Royal Dutch Shell warns oil pipeline sabotage increasing despite amnesty deal

LAGOS, Nigeria - Royal Dutch Shell PLC warned Sunday that thieves in Nigeria's oil-rich and restive southern delta are increasingly targeting the company's crude pipelines, including at least three incidents ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-15T18:09:27Z)

Busch gets BMS truck win

BRISTOL, Tenn. — Kyle Busch won his third straight NASCAR Trucks race at Bristol Motor Speedway on Wednesday night. Busch, who won the pole position for the O'Reilly 200, was relegated to a 35th at the start because ... (Source: News-Sentinel 2010-08-19T10:26:35Z)

Betty White continues streak, signs 2-book deal

The Betty White juggernaut just keeps on rolling. G.P. Putnam's Sons announced Wednesday that the 88-year-old actress has signed a two-book deal, with the first one — "Listen Up!" — due out next ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-18T21:04:51Z)

NASCAR Notebook: Junior signs Almirola; Stewart eyes Mobil 1

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s JR Motorsports team has signed Aric Almirola to a multiyear deal to drive its No. 88 Chevrolet in the Nationwide Series. The 26-year-old Floridian has 30 career starts in the Sprint Cup Series, 32 ... (Source: Autoweek.com 2010-08-18T16:54:19Z)

'American Idol' adds Aerosmith's Steven Tyler as judge

LOS ANGELES -- The "American Idol" judges table is beginning to take shape: Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler has signed a deal to join the Fox talent competition for Season 10. A source close to the negotiations has ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-08-19T03:17:05Z)

Australian PM rules out deals on mining tax law

CANBERRA, Australia— Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Thursday ruled out compromising her mining tax plans in deals with opposition lawmakers if she wins Australia's election, which she described as "a ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-08-19T08:03:25Z)

Australian PM calls upcoming election a 'cliffhanger,' rules out deals to pass mining ...

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA — Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Thursday ruled out compromising her mining tax plans in deals with opposition lawmakers if she wins Australia's election, which she described as "a cliffhanger." A ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-19T09:43:38Z)

Senators to Geithner: It's Time to Deal Seriously with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Saxby Chambliss (R-Georgia), John Thune (R-South Dakota), Tom Coburn (R-Oklahoma) and Johnny Isakson (R-Georgia) called on Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner to ... (Source: American Chronicle 2010-08-19T10:05:06Z)

Shell issues production warning in Nigeria

LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — Royal Dutch Shell PLC is warning that it can't meet forecast production in Nigeria after sabotage on its pipelines in the country's restive southern delta. A Shell spokesman told ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-19T05:33:05Z)

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reform: Would it add $5 trillion to US debt?

The Obama administration turned its focus squarely on a $5 trillion question Tuesday: What to do with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the giant financiers of US home mortgages that fell into a bankruptcy-style ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-08-17T18:14:14Z)

San Francisco 49ers sign running back Brian Westbrook, trade defensive lineman ...

The twists and turns continued at 49ers training camp Monday, with longtime Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook signing a one-year deal hours after defensive lineman Kentwan Balmer was traded to ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-08-19T09:29:19Z)

Nigeria : Bonny Attack Cuts Nation's Crude Oil Export

Lagos — Nigeria's crude oil export, which had stabilised at 2.5 million barrels per day in the last three weeks, has declined as Shell declared force majeure on the export of Bonny Light following production ... (Source: AllAfrica.com 2010-08-19T10:26:35Z)

Pactiv, Maker of Hefty Bags, to be Acquired by Reynolds

Pactiv Corp. is to be bought by Reynolds Group Holdings Ltd., a company that makes packaging for food and storage markets, Pactiv announced on Tuesday. The deal is worth approximately $6 billion and may be finalized this ... (Source: The Epoch Times 2010-08-18T01:23:44Z)

49ers sign Brian Westbrook

The San Francisco 49ers have signed veteran free agent running back Brian Westbrook (notes) , the team announced. It's a one-year deal worth $1.25 million. Westbrook is a former Philadelphia Eagles star who ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-19T00:46:46Z)

Deal reached in case of Internet discount clubs with hidden fees

NEW YORK — A marketing company has agreed to pay $8 million to settle allegations that it tricked Internet shoppers into signing up for discount clubs with hidden fees. New York Atty. Gen. Andrew Cuomo ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-18T21:12:01Z)

Deal Reached In NY Internet Shopping Fees Case

NEW YORK (AP) -A marketing company has agreed to pay $8 million to settle allegations that it tricked Internet shoppers into signing up for discount clubs with hidden fees. New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-18T21:12:01Z)

Aerosmith Singer Tyler Joining "Idol": Bandmate

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler has signed a deal to become a judge on "American Idol," according to a news report on Wednesday quoting one of his bandmates. Tyler, 62, would fill one of ... (Source: ABC News 2010-08-19T03:17:05Z)

Judge approves Barclays deal with Justice Department

WASHINGTON - A judge who questioned whether Barclays Bank PLC was getting off too easily nonetheless approved a deal Wednesday that will likely enable the financial institution to avoid prosecution on ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-19T07:27:37Z)

Stock News : Reynolds Group to buy Hefty brand from Pactiv for a consideration of $6 ...

( EMAILWIRE.COM , August 18, 2010 ) Dallas, Tx - Reynolds American, Inc. (NYSE:RAI) shares are currently trading at $57.14 a gain of $0.48 which is 0.85% up from Monday's closing price of $56.66. The company's ... (Source: paidContent.org 2010-08-18T06:53:01Z)

Pactiv to be bought by Reynolds; shares rally

SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Pactiv Corp., the maker of Hefty trash bags, said early Tuesday that it would be acquired by Rank Group's Reynolds Group Holdings Ltd. subsidiary in a deal valued at $6 billion. Shares of ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-17T16:55:30Z)

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