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Deals of the Hour / August 21, 2010, 12:42 am

NBA Trade Rumors: How Likely is Carmelo Anthony to New York Knicks?

While the Knicks responded to "The Decision" by filling the team with young talent perfect for Coach Mike D'Antoni's offense, the media has responded by fueling speculation that the likes of Chris Paul, Tony ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-19T13:39:51Z)

BHP Billiton Group Announces Commencement of All Cash-Offer to Acquire PotashCorp

Vancouver, Canada, and New York, US, and London, UK, and Melbourne, Australia -- BHP Billiton (ASX:BHP/LSE:BLT/NYSE:BBL/JSE:BIL) today announced that an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of BHP Billiton Plc, BHP Billiton ... (Source: WebWire 2010-08-20T15:18:53Z)

Bruce McCulloch of the Kids in the Hall

The Kids in the Hall (Mark McKinney, Bruce McCulloch, Kevin McDonald, Dave Foley, and Scott Thompson) have been entertaining audiences with their warped sense of humor for more than two decades. Their latest ... (Source: The Celebrity Cafe.com 2010-08-17T16:55:30Z)

Blurring The Lines: Nissan Prices 2011 Maxima Perilously Close To Luxury Upscale ...

(NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan Maxima and 2011 Nissan Sentra sedans. Both vehicles are on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. The 2011 Maxima is offered in two well-equipped models – Maxima 3 ... (Source: AutoSpies.com 2010-08-19T20:13:34Z)

Amar'e Still Wants Carmelo In New York

Amar'e Stoudemire is still hoping that Carmelo Anthony will soon pair with him in New York. Since Stoudemire signed with the Knicks last month, rumors have swirled that Anthony is done in Denver and will soon be on the ... (Source: RealGM 2010-08-20T21:09:38Z)

CANADA STOCKS-TSX ends sharply higher as Potash soars

TORONTO, Aug 17 (Reuters) - Toronto's main stock index shot higher on Tuesday as Potash Corp soared after rejecting an unsolicited $38.6 billion takeover offer from BHP Billiton , raising the prospect of a higher bid and ... (Source: Inside Fidelity 2010-08-17T20:51:43Z)

Western Alliance Bancorporation Announces $75 Million Senior Notes Offering

Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE: WAL) announced today that it expects to offer and sell approximately $75 million in aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes due 2015 in an underwritten public offering through ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-20T10:46:52Z)

Alex Sink introduces running mate Rod Smith

WEST PALM BEACH — Democrat Alex Sink's first opportunity to showcase running mate Rod Smith was both a cheerleading session for the party ticket and target practice on the bickering Republicans. Appearing ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-08-19T20:49:21Z)

WA Sen: Rossi challenges Murray to debates

Associated Press - August 20, 2010 4:05 PM ET OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) - Republican Senate candidate Dino Rossi is challenging Democratic incumbent Patty Murray to a series of televised debates. Murray took the top spot in ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-20T20:19:32Z)

Reclusive Author's Toilet Up For Sale

KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (August 20, 2010)--North Carolina collectibles dealer Rick Kohl is selling a toilet ripped from reclusive author J.D. Salinger's former home. Kohl, of The Vault, said Friday he bought the standard ... (Source: KWTX 2010-08-20T19:36:35Z)

Western Alliance will offer $75 million in notes

Western Alliance Bancorp said Friday it expects to sell $75 million in senior notes due 2015 in an underwritten public offering. The notes are expected to mature in five years. Western Alliance plans to use proceeds for ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-20T11:01:11Z)

Bottom Line Sales Event Brings Great Deals Like $149/Month Leases To Nashville Area

Nashville, TN (Vocus) August 21, 2010 -- Nissan proudly announces the beginning of the Bottom Line Sales Event, happening at local Nissan dealerships across the country. Nashville area Nissan dealerships are offering ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-21T07:03:47Z)

J.D. Salinger's former toilet for sale on eBay

It's almost as if "The Catcher in the Rye" author J.D. Salinger saw this moment coming in 1953 when he retreated in growing distress about his own fame to small-town New Hampshire and became a notorious ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-08-20T08:38:01Z)

Alex Sink Chooses Running Mate With PBC Ties

WPBF.com In a room packed with the party faithful, Democratic gubernatorial Alex Sink chose Rod Smith to be her running mate. Smith is an attorney in Gainesville who spent years as a Florida legislator. He ran for ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-20T17:13:25Z)

NC memorabilia dealer selling J.D. Salinger's toilet

K ERNERSVILLE, N.C. — A North Carolina collectibles dealer is hawking a toilet ripped from reclusive author J.D. Salinger's former home. Rick Kohl of The Vault said Friday he bought the standard white porcelain ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-21T05:52:12Z)

Heidi Montag Threatens to Sue Over Spencer Pratt's Memoirs

Heidi Montag has threatened estranged husband Spencer Pratt with legal action if he moves forward with plans to reveal all about their short-lived marriage in a memoir. The Hills stars, who fell in love and ... (Source: TEENHOLLYWOOD.COM 2010-08-21T03:00:24Z)

Heidi Montag of 'The Hills' fame: reality star offers sneak peek at song lyrics -- Spencer Pratt?

The star of the former hit MTV show The Hills , Heidi Montag is reportedly divorcing her husband Spencer Pratt , and now that they are on that path, she has taken to Twitter to offer her fans a sneak peek at some of the ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

MA Sen. Scott Brown to headline Rossi fundraiser

Massachusetts Sen. Scott Brown will headline a fundraiser for Republican Senate candidate Dino Rossi next week. Rossi's campaign sent out an e-mail Thursday announcing an online drawing for supporters to win ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-20T17:42:03Z)

Comedian Dave Foley is a standup guy

The "Kids in the Hall," from left, Mark McKinney, Dave Foley, Scott Thompson, Bruce McCulloch and Kevin McDonald reunite for a new series airing 10 p.m. Friday on IFC. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It's a lucky thing ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-17T10:57:35Z)

DJ BHP Billiton Begins All Cash-Offer To Buy PotashCorp

LONDON, Aug 20, 2010 (Dow Jones Commodities News via Comtex) -- BHP Billiton PLC (BLT.LN), said Friday that BHP Billiton Development 2 Canada Ltd, has commenced the previously announced offer to acquire all of the issued ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-20T12:48:34Z)

Western Alliance to offer $75 million in notes in underwritten public offering

LAS VEGAS — Western Alliance Bancorp said Friday it expects to sell $75 million in senior notes due 2015 in an underwritten public offering. The notes are expected to mature in five years. Western Alliance plans to use ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-20T11:22:40Z)

Heidi Montag Sex Tape for Sale, Spencer Pratt the Seller

A Heidi Montag sex tape is on the market, and the seller is Spencer Pratt. Spencer Pratt is trying to sell the Heidi Montag sex tape, which apparently features both of them while together as a couple. TMZ is ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-21T00:15:45Z)

Kids in the Hall reunites for comedy miniseries

NEW YORK — The last time The Kids in the Hall performed for the cameras was their 1996 feature, "Brain Candy." Before that, this supremely funny Canadian-born quintet starred in their sketch-comedy series on ... (Source: Statesman Journal 2010-08-21T05:52:12Z)

BHP Billiton commences $40bn offer to acquire Canada's PotashCorp

TORONTO (ICIS)-- BHP Billiton on Friday commenced its previously announced $40bn (€31bn) offer to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of Canada 's Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan ( PotashCorp ), the world ... (Source: ICIS Chemical Business 2010-08-20T15:26:03Z)

New York Knicks Make Offer for Carmelo Anthony

Michael Kay has reported on ESPN 1050 New York that the New York Knicks are preparing an offer of Danilo Gallinari, Eddy Curry and a future first round pick to the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Carmelo ... (Source: The Celebrity Cafe.com 2010-08-20T15:18:53Z)

Stamford Nissan Dealer Holding Sales Event to Clear 2010 Inventory

PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 13, 2010 – Stamford Nissan dealer, Nissan Darien, needs to clear out its selection of 2010 Nissans to make room for the 2011 models, which will be arriving soon. The resulting sale on 2010 ... (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2010-08-13T15:48:40Z)

CANADA STOCKS-TSX firms as banks offset falling oil shares

TORONTO (Reuters) - Toronto's main stock index turned around lateFriday and eked out a small gain as banks and financial services companies offset oil and gas shares, which fell with oil prices on concern that ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-20T21:45:26Z)

CANADA STOCKS-TSX rallies as Potash pushes materials higher

TORONTO Aug 17 (Reuters) - Toronto's main stock index shot higher on Tuesday as Potash Corp ( POT.TO ) soared after rejecting an unsolicited $38.6 billion takeover offer from BHP Billiton ( BHP.AX ), raising ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-17T20:01:37Z)

Tea for Two in Washington

The N.F.L. tight end who lost Washington State's Republican Senate primary Tuesday won't endorse the Republican nominee until he commits to three Tea Party pillars. Clint Didier, a Tea Party favorite who ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-08-21T01:20:11Z)

Rod Smith accepts lieutenant governor offer

After expressing ambivalence about running for lieutenant governor, Gainesville attorney Rod Smith said Thursday he entered the race in part because of a message from a son-in-law bound for Iraq. Smith said he had been ... (Source: Star-Banner 2010-08-20T10:32:33Z)

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