Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 23, 2010, 8:40 am

Stoke sign Kenwyne Jones from Sunderland in club record £8m deal

Both clubs confirmed this afternoon that the 25-year-old Trinidad & Tobago international was in talks over a move to the Potteries. And Stoke manager Tony Pulis has managed to quickly seal the deal, with Jones - who had ... (Source: Daily Telegraph 2010-08-11T17:52:43Z)

Analyst: Verizon iPhone Deal Still Not Sealed

Apple (AAPL) will likely bring the iPhone to another U.S. carrier in the next year — but it may not be Verizon (VZ). While the company is said to be a front-runner for the device, Kaufman Bros. analyst Shaw Wu says it ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-23T15:22:29Z)

Israel Welcomes Start of Direct Palestinian Talks

JERUSALEM, Israel - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he welcomed the U.S. invitation to start direct talks with the Palestinian Authority, slated to begin September 1. "We are coming to the talks with a ... (Source: Christian Broadcasting Network 2010-08-23T12:16:22Z)

Police move in, some hostages leave Philippine bus

Hostage negotiators, left and right, talk to foreign tourists taken hostage by Police Senior Inspector Rolando Mendoza after securing their release at Manila's Rizal Park Monday Aug. 23, 2010 in Manila ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-23T13:27:57Z)

Jones joined Stoke only after massive Sunderland pay-off

Kenwyne Jones left Sunderland for Stoke City with a £2 million golden handshake. The Sunday Sun says Jones became Stoke's record signing when he joined the Midlands side a fortnight ago. Potters boss Tony Pulis said ... (Source: Tribal Football 2010-08-23T04:16:46Z)

NC app company raises $15 million from investors

DURHAM, N.C. -- A North Carolina software business that makes apps for smart phones has raised more than $15 million to hire more staff and improve technology. The News & Observer of Raleigh reported Monday ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-23T14:53:51Z)

Manila hospitals say 6 out of 15 Chinese bus hostages killed after gunman seizes ...

Hostage negotiators, left and right, talk to foreign tourists taken hostage by Police Senior Inspector Rolando Mendoza after securing their release at Manila's Rizal Park Monday Aug. 23, 2010 in Manila, Philippines ... (Source: Fox 13 Now - Salt Lake City 2010-08-23T14:03:45Z)

Brian Westbrook signs with the San Francisco 49ers

After months of speculation former Philadelphia Eagle running back Brian Westbrook has decided to sign a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter Westbrook's deal is worth a $1.25 ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-17T06:54:12Z)

Some of 15 Chinese hostages leave bus as Philippine police enter vehicle

Hostage negotiators, left and right, talk to foreign tourists taken hostage by Police Senior Inspector Rolando Mendoza after securing their release at Manila's Rizal Park Monday Aug. 23, 2010 in Manila, Philippines ... (Source: WGNtv.com 2010-08-23T13:13:38Z)

Palestinians: No talks if settlement freeze ends

A Palestinian official says the Palestinian leader has warned President Barack Obama he will pull out of the upcoming peace talks if Israel ends its settlement slowdown. Chief Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat says ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-23T11:04:47Z)

San Francisco 49ers sign former Eagles running back Brian Westbrook

The San Francisco 49ers have signed free agent running back Brian Westbrook to a one-year deal, giving the former Eagles running back the second chance he's been seeking. Westbrook has been looking to find a ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-08-17T03:12:18Z)

San Francisco 49ers sign running back Brian Westbrook, trade defensive lineman Kentwan Balmer to

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 2010-08-20T15:18:53Z)

Palestinians reject Israeli components for peace deal

Ramallah - Palestinians on Monday rejected the three components Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu named as the basis for a peace agreement with the Palestinians, with Chief Palestinian Negotiator Saeb ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-23T10:43:19Z)

Stoke Signs Striker Kenwyne Jones in Club-Record $12.5 Million Transfer

Stoke City signed Sunderland striker Kenwyne Jones in a club-record 8 million-pound ($12.5 million) deal, the Premier League club said on its website . Jones, 25, signed a four-year contract, Stoke said. The ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-11T18:14:12Z)

HSBC eyes $6.8B majority stake in Nedbank

LONDON -- British bank HSBC Holdings PLC said Monday it is in talks with financial group Old Mutual PLC to buy a controlling stake in Nedbank Group Ltd. of South Africa in a deal worth as much as $6.8 billion ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-23T08:20:09Z)

In letter to Obama, Palestinians say new peace talks will end if Israel renews ...

RAMALLAH, WEST BANK — A Palestinian official says the Palestinian leader has warned President Barack Obama he will pull out of the upcoming peace talks if Israel ends its settlement slowdown. Chief Palestinian ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-23T12:16:22Z)

Big Brother 12 Brendon Seen Tryin To Talk Britney Out Of Eviction Nom

Big Brother 12 Brendon seen tryin to talk Britney out of eviction nom. Just moments ago, Brendon was spotted on the Big Brother 12 live feeds pleading with Britney to honor her deal she made with him last week to not ... (Source: TV.com 2010-08-19T23:55:28Z)

Prime Infrastructure and Brookfield Infrastructure Strike Merger Agreement

Prime Infrastructure ( ASX : PIH ) and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. ( NYSE : BIP ) ( TSX : BIP.UN ) today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement to create a leading global ... (Source: PR-USA.net 2010-08-23T13:42:16Z)

Israeli says deal possible, difficult

JERUSALEM - Staking out his starting position for new Mideast peace talks, Israel's prime minister demanded Sunday that any future Palestinian state be demilitarized and recognize Israel as the Jewish homeland ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-08-23T15:01:01Z)

HSBC in talks for $6.8B majority stake in Nedbank

British bank HSBC Holdings PLC said Monday it is in talks with financial group Old Mutual PLC to buy a controlling stake in Nedbank Group Ltd. of South Africa in a deal worth as much as $6.8 billion. Old Mutual said the ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-23T10:07:31Z)

Seahawks sign former 49ers WR Brandon Jones

RENTON, Wash. -- The Seattle Seahawks signed wide receiver Brandon Jones on Sunday, one year after he landed a lucrative deal with the San Francisco 49ers . Don't miss any of the action with NFL Preseason Live ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-23T06:39:56Z)

49ers report: Strategy and personnel

The 49ers signed running back Brian Westbrook to a one-year deal to be Frank Gore 's primary backup this season. The team traded disgruntled defensive end Kentwan Balmer to the Seattle Seahawks for a sixth-round pick in ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-23T06:18:27Z)

HSBC in talks to buy majority stake in South Africa's Nedbank for $6.8B

LONDON _ British bank HSBC Holdings PLC said Monday it is in talks with financial group Old Mutual PLC to buy a controlling stake in Nedbank Group Ltd. of South Africa in a deal worth as much as US$6.8 billion. Old ... (Source: Insurance News Net 2010-08-23T10:07:31Z)

Brookfield Infrastructure launches takeover bid for Prime Infrastructure

TORONTO - Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P (TSX:BIP.UN) has announced plans to takeover Prime Infrastructure (ASX:PIH) in a deal that values the Australian company at US$1.4 billion. Brookfield, which already owns ... (Source: Thunder Bay Chronicle-Journal 2010-08-23T07:51:31Z)

Israel's Netanyahu stakes out positions on peace talks

JERUSALEM — Israel's prime minister demanded Sunday that any future Palestinian state be demilitarized and recognize Israel as the Jewish homeland, as he staked out his starting position for new Mideast ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-23T08:34:28Z)

'Big Brother' recap: Drinking games and nominations

Jeff and Tracey report on tonight's Big Brother: Recap, recap, recap. Britney won HoH. Brendon DRs that he thinks that Britney will stick to their deal. Poor, naive Brendon. Britney and Ragan are in the Have ... (Source: Weblogs.baltimoresun.com 2010-08-23T02:50:52Z)

Big Brother 12 Updates: Brendon and Britney Make Up

out was a purely strategic move, it wasn't personal. Brendon then tries to make a deal with Britney. He hopes that if he keeps her safe this week she'll do the same for him next week. Britney won't say she won't ... (Source: Transworld News 2010-08-13T22:08:03Z)

Brookfield buys Prime for $1.4B

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP has announced plans to takeover Prime Infrastructure in a deal that values the Australian company at $1.4 billion US. Toronto-based Brookfield, which already owns 40 per cent of ... (Source: CBC Olympics 2010-08-23T02:43:42Z)

NFL: Ex-49er wide receiver Brandon Jones signs with Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks signed wide receiver Brandon Jones less than a week after he was let go by the 49ers and less than a year after he signed a lucrative deal with San Francisco. The Seahawks confirmed Jones ... (Source: Berkeley Voice 2010-08-23T04:23:55Z)

Verizon, Apple iPhone talks continue toward possible 2011 launch

A potential deal between Apple and Verizon -- which could result in a CDMA iPhone capable of simultaneous voice and data -- is still being ironed out, according to one Wall Street analyst. Shaw Wu with Kaufman Bros ... (Source: Apple Insider 2010-08-23T15:01:01Z)

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