Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 8, 2010, 1:40 pm

Finding the Best Opportunities in Distressed Real Estate Investing at Golden ...

Private-equity real estate funds have a record $104 billion of equity available for U.S. deals, London-based research firm Preqin Ltd. reported in June. Meanwhile, lenders are still engaged in the "extend and pretend ... (Source: PR-USA.net 2010-08-08T13:31:25Z)

"X-Men: First Class" Re-Written Because of "Inception"

Director Matthew Vaughn (Kick-Ass) is currently working on "X-Men: First Class" and even though he has very little time to make the June 3rd release date, he revealed that he has been re-writing the script after seeing ... (Source: WorstPreviews.com 2010-08-03T18:59:29Z)

The Biggest Singles Night of the Summer with Golden Networking's Poland Happy Hour

PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 05, 2010 – New York, NY, Golden Networking is inviting young professionals and entrepreneurs to Poland Happy Hour, August 10th, 6PM-9PM. Polish professionals from the worlds of Finance ... (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2010-08-05T10:36:02Z)

WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST-SELLERS

Best-Selling Books Week Ended July 25 FICTION 1. "The Rembrandt Affair" by Daniel Silva (Putnam Adult) 2. "The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest" by Stieg Larsson (Knopf) 3. "The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner" by ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-29T21:35:44Z)

New York Times bestsellers: hardcover fiction

1. The Rembrandt Affair by Daniel Silva (Putnam, $26.95). An art restorer/assassin discovers deadly secrets behind a stolen painting. 2. The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest by Stieg Larsson (Knopf, $27.95 ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-08T06:57:43Z)

Digital song sales weaken for first time

In a world of record store closures and album sales slowdowns, digital downloads have come to be seen as the one bright beacon in an otherwise troubled music industry. The download demand may be starting to ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-08-06T07:50:12Z)

Facebook said to put off IPO until 2012

Facebook will probably put off its initial public offering until 2012, giving CEO Mark Zuckerberg more time to gain users and boost sales, three people familiar with the matter said. Palo Alto-based Facebook ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-31T04:01:06Z)

NBA Rumors: Tracy McGrady Could Sign With the Detroit Pistons

The wait may be over for Tracy McGrady. After weeks of speculation linking McGrady to the Chicago Bulls, it is being reported the Detroit Pistons have extended a contract offer to the veteran swingman. DraftExpress ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-08T14:57:19Z)

Ally Bank: Is GMAC's Rebranded Bank Using Bailout To Offer High-Interest CDs?

NEW YORK — Its TV and print ads poke fun at the bait-and-switch tactics of other banks. Its interest rates on CDs have been the most generous in the industry. Ally Bank's tactics have drawn in customers, but they've ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-27T22:49:41Z)

Business briefs: Fisher-Price recalls toy due to choking hazard

With the economy only limping along, Americans are once again being choosy at stores, many of them buying only at deep discounts because they can't shake uncertainty about their jobs. Retailers around the country posted ... (Source: Erie Times-News 2010-08-08T13:17:06Z)

Wary shoppers look everywhere for discounts

With the economy limping along, Americans are once again being choosy at stores, many of them buying only at deep discounts because they can't shake uncertainty about their jobs. Retailers around the country ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-08-06T00:40:42Z)

Detroit Pistons could offer Tracy McGrady contract

The Detroit Pistons have stayed quiet in the free agent market this summer, but they could be on their way to making a big move. The Pistons are engaged in talks with seven-time NBA All-Star and two-time ... (Source: USA Today 2010-08-08T07:26:21Z)

PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Rembrandt Affair" by Daniel Silva (Putnam Adult) 2. "The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest" by Stieg Larsson (Knopf) 3. "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett (Putnam/Amy Einhorn) 4. "Fly Away Home: A ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-29T21:42:53Z)

WASHINGTON: Volunteer offer to sort records at Arlington

A consortium of high-tech companies from Northern Virginia is stepping in to help Arlington National Cemetery digitize its paper burial records, Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., announced Friday. The companies, all ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-07T07:06:04Z)

Sunday's NBA Update: McGrady reportedly nears deal; Chicago pursues SG in trade

News and notes from around the NBA on Sunday: Tracy McGrady: A report on Sunday said that the former NBA scoring champion had reached a one-year deal with the Detroit Pistons for $1.35 million. However, ESPN reported ... (Source: Recordpub 2010-08-08T17:13:20Z)

Facebook to put off IPO

SAN FRANCISCO -- Facebook will probably put off its initial public offering until 2012, giving Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg more time to gain users and boost sales, three people familiar with the ... (Source: St. Augustine Record 2010-07-30T20:37:17Z)

Facebook Said to Put Off Share Sale Until 2012 to Buy More Time for Growth

Facebook Inc. will probably put off its initial public offering until 2012, giving Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg more time to gain users and boost sales, three people familiar with the matter said ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-30T09:17:15Z)

Milton O. Johnston to Offer Main Street America Commercial Coverages

Houston, Texas-based managing general agent Milton O. Johnston & Co. Ltd. has been appointed by The Main Street America Group to write commercial general liability, commercial auto (liability and physical ... (Source: Insurance Journal 2010-08-04T16:13:39Z)

Anderson Silva taps out Chael Sonnen to take main event of UFC 117

OAKLAND, Calif. — Anderson Silva didn't exactly endear himself to UFC president Dana White the last time he defended his welterweight championship. This time, Silva made the boss proud despite taking one of ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-08T18:32:04Z)

Include credit unions in your search for best deals

Are you noticing that credit unions are getting more aggressive these days? Which do you think is more financially advantageous for you -- credit unions or banks? Credit unions historically have offered better ... (Source: Richmond Times-Dispatch 2010-08-08T17:41:58Z)

Bargain shopping is summer's pastime

With the economy only limping along, Americans are once again being choosy at stores, many of them buying only at deep discounts because they can't shake uncertainty about their jobs. Retailers around the ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-08-06T18:05:49Z)

Aaron Johnson is Not Cyclops in "X-Men: First Class"

When Matthew Vaughn signed on to direct "X-Men: First Class," many assumed that he would cast his "Kick-ass" star Aaron Johnson in the new movie. Then we saw photos of Johnson on the set of "First Class" with rumors ... (Source: WorstPreviews.com 2010-08-05T15:58:09Z)

'X-Men' director: Hollywood killing the superhero movie

The clock is ticking on the superhero craze in Hollywood, according to Matthew Vaughn, the director now filming "X-Men: First Class" for Fox in London. "It's been mined to death and in some cases the quality ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-08T18:39:14Z)

Anderson Silva rallies; Chael Sonnen submits at UFC 117

OAKLAND, Calif. — Anderson Silva shook off a slow start and used a triangle choke to get Chael Sonnen to tap out late in the fifth round of their middleweight championship bout in the main event of UFC 117 ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-08-08T13:09:57Z)

State Street boil alert lifted

MARION - A boil alert issued for about 20 residents on South State Street between Church and Columbia streets was lifted Saturday morning. Scott Ballenger, Marion District operations manager for Ohio American ... (Source: Marion Star 2010-08-08T11:08:16Z)

The Current Distressed Investing Landscape at Golden Networking's Distressed ...

Most hedge funds managed to come through the market tumult of the first half of 2010 with flat to slightly lower returns. For the year to date, the average hedge fund lost 1.45%, according to the latest data released by ... (Source: PR-USA.net 2010-08-08T13:31:25Z)

Interest rates rise after Chase adjusts card offer

The national average annual percentage rate (APR) for new cards increased to14.44 percent, following last week's decline, which was the first rate pullback since May. On the whole, banks have been taking steps ... (Source: CreditCards.com 2010-07-27T23:54:07Z)

Silva rallies in fifth round for win over Sonnen at UFC 117

OAKLAND, Calif. — Anderson Silva shook off a slow start and used a triangle choke to get Chael Sonnen to tap out late in the fifth round of their middleweight championship bout in the main event of UFC 117 on Saturday ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-08T11:01:06Z)

1 Fatally Shot, 1 Wounded On East Side

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Police were investigating two early morning shootings, one fatal, which may be connected. Police said a man was fatally shot early on Sunday along East Main Street near South Weyant Avenue ... (Source: WBNS 10TV Columbus 2010-08-08T13:09:57Z)

On the Call: Time Warner CEO Jeffrey Bewkes

Film studios are trying to boost flagging DVD sales by pressuring rental companies Netflix Inc. and Redbox to hold off offering new releases for about a month after they go on sale at places like Best Buy and ... (Source: San Luis Obispo Tribune 2010-08-03T23:52:58Z)

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