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Deals of the Hour / September 30, 2010, 5:42 am

Associated Estates prices 8M shares at $13.60 each

Property owner Associated Estates Realty Corp. said Tuesday it priced 8 million shares in a public offering at $13.60 apiece, a discount to the stock's previous closing price. The news sent shares down 92 cents, or 6.4 percent, to $13.56 in afternoon ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-28T17:45:54Z)

Analysts take mixed views on Walgreen after 4Q

Analysts applauded Walgreen Co.'s fiscal fourth-quarter results Wednesday, but cautioned the drugstore chain is still dealing with uneven sales and other issues. THE DETAILS: Walgreen reported net income of 49 cents per share on Tuesday. That was 5 cents ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-29T18:34:50Z)

UCI: Alberto Contador says Tour de France champion suspended

PARIS - Cycling's governing body says only a "very small concentration" of a banned stimulant was found in the urine of Tour de France winner Alberto Contador, but that he has still been suspended. The UCI says a lab in Germany found clenbuterol in ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-09-30T05:33:23Z)

Actor Tony Curtis Has Died

The Clark County coroner says actor Tony Curtis has died. Coroner Mike Murphy says Curtis died at 9:25 p.m. MDT Wednesday at his Las Vegas area home of a cardiac arrest. Curtis, who had heart bypass surgery in 1994, began his acting career as a 1950s ... (Source: WITN 2010-09-30T12:28:34Z)

Browns report: Inside slant

If the Bengals want a piece of Eric Wright on Sunday in Cleveland Browns Stadium they won't have to search hard to find him. Browns coach Eric Mangini is making it clear Wright will start at left cornerback against the Bengals despite giving up three ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-09-30T06:37:49Z)

Actors Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub are attending the Milwaukee Film Festival this year.

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Actors Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub are attending the Milwaukee Film Festival this year. Sarandon will appear Saturday for a screening of her 1991 film, "Thelma & Louise," at the Landmark Oriental Theatre. She will be interviewed by a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-25T00:45:50Z)

U.S. Discount Airlines: One Boeing, One Airbus?

I've long argued that the U.S. airline industry would consolidate down to three major carriers with global networks and three major discounters. But maybe there will be only two big discounters – one flying Boeing jets and the other Airbus. The bold ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-09-27T14:40:59Z)

Associated Estates prices 8 million shares in public offering at $13.60 apiece; stock tumbles

CLEVELAND — Property owner Associated Estates Realty Corp. said Tuesday it priced 8 million shares in a public offering at $13.60 apiece, a discount to the stock's previous closing price. The news sent shares down 92 cents, or 6.4 percent, to $13.56 in ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-09-28T18:00:13Z)

NFL Point Spreads: Bengals Favored To Win In Cleveland

The 2-1 Cincinnati Bengals are all set to do battle with the 0-3 Cleveland Browns Sunday in a Week 4 AFC North division showdown. The Bengals traveled to Carolina last week and came away with a 20-7 win thanks to another impressive defensive effort ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-09-30T10:26:53Z)

Shalhoub takes 'Fish' for a spin, will promote the movie in town this weekend

If you see somebody who looks like Tony Shalhoub around town in the next few days, it probably is him. With Shalhoub's Broadway play closed, the Green Bay native actor is throwing a lot of time into promoting his movie "Feed the Fish,'' the ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2010-09-30T09:58:15Z)

Character actor, Emmy nominee Harold Gould

Harold Gould, a dapper, white-haired character actor best known for playing the swindler Kid Twist in the 1973 movie "The Sting" and for recurring roles on the popular television sitcoms "Rhoda" and "The Golden Girls," died Sept. 11 of prostate cancer at a ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2010-09-17T06:10:17Z)

Phillies Aim Higher After Winning Division Title

The Philadelphia Phillies have clinched a spot in Major League Baseball's playoffs by winning their fourth consecutive National League East Division title. Philadelphia has some of the most passionate sports fans in the United States. They love all their ... (Source: Voice of America 2010-09-29T18:56:18Z)

Actor Tony Curtis dies at 85

Tony Curtis , the dashingly handsome film star of the 1950s and `60s who is best remembered for his hilarious turn in drag in Billy Wilder 's classic comedy "Some Like It Hot" and for his dramatic roles in "The Defiant Ones" and "Sweet Smell of Success ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-09-30T11:45:37Z)

Tough choices for postseason roster

WASHINGTON — Domonic Brown joined the Phillies in July amid about as much hype as a rookie can engender on a team that had been to consecutive World Series. Greg Dobbs has twice been designated for assignment, unceremoniously departing Philadelphia ... (Source: Courier-Post 2010-09-29T07:07:38Z)

Quick resolutions expected to hurdles in Southwest Airlines-AirTran deal

Southwest Airlines stands to gain traffic, revenue, passengers, markets and other desirable things when it acquires AirTran Holdings. But the $1.4 billion cash and stock deal also carries pitfalls to be avoided and hurdles to be jumped to make the purchase ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-09-29T16:47:27Z)

Associated Estates Realty Corp. plans to sell 8 million shares of common stock

Associated Estates Realty Corp. (NYSE: AEC) plans to sell 8 million shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. The real estate investment trust that specializes in apartment properties plans to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to ... (Source: Crain's Cleveland Business 2010-09-28T14:18:19Z)

Researchers find first genetic evidence for loss of teeth in the common ancestor of baleen whales

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – In contrast to a toothed whale, which retains teeth that aid in capturing prey, a living baleen whale (e.g., blue whale, fin whale, humpback, bowhead) has lost its teeth and must sift zooplankton and small fish from ocean waters with ... (Source: EurekAlert 2010-09-29T20:58:00Z)

Flight Plan Southwest-AirTran deal will change travel for many

Southwest Airlines agreed to buy AirTran this week for $1.4 billion. When the combination is complete, fliers — especially those used to AirTran — will notice plenty of changes, from the way they book to the way they board. Here's a look at four ways ... (Source: The Daily News Online 2010-09-30T05:11:55Z)

Gael Garcia Bernal To Become A Dad For The Second Time

The 'Letters To Juliet' actor - who already has a 20-month-old son, Lazaro, with his girlfriend Dolores Fonzi - was delighted to share his "tremendous and complete happiness" over the pregnancy with his fans on twitter. He tweeted: "Yes! We're making The ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-09-28T14:32:38Z)

Susan Sarandon, Tony Shalhoub to appear at Milwaukee Film Festival

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Actors Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub are attending the Milwaukee Film Festival this year. Sarandon will appear Saturday for a screening of her 1991 film, "Thelma & Louise," at the Landmark Oriental Theatre. She will be interviewed by ... (Source: FOX6Now.com Milwaukee 2010-09-24T14:37:23Z)

Tour champion Alberto Contador tests positive, suspended

P ARIS — Three-time Tour de France champion Alberto Contador tested positive for a banned drug while winning this year's race and has been suspended by cycling's governing body, dealing a potentially crushing blow to his sport's efforts to shake ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-30T09:00:59Z)

Phillies' bench gets some work

WASHINGTON -- Domonic Brown joined the Phillies in July amid about as much hype as a rookie can engender on a team that had been to consecutive World Series. Greg Dobbs has twice been designated for assignment, unceremoniously departing Philadelphia, bound ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-09-29T07:43:25Z)

Cleveland Browns defense keeping them in game -- Tony's take

* Anquan Boldin beats Eric Wright again, this time on a crossing pattern, for 34 yards. Boldin: six catches, 102 yards, two TD. * Billy Cundiff's 51-yard field goal bangs off the left upright. With 8:30 to go, Browns again get favorable field position at ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-09-26T19:07:01Z)

Walgreen Delivers Clean Bill Of Health

Drugstore chain Walgreen beat the Street's fiscal fourth-quarter expectations, while its chief executive reiterated the company's goal to double annual earnings in the coming year. Greg Wasson , Walgreen's chief executive, credited the performance to ... (Source: Forbes 2010-09-28T16:27:10Z)

Alberto Contador Suspended For "Adverse" Test Result

Tour de France champion Alberto Contador has been provisionally suspended for returning an "adverse analytical finding" of clenbuterol from a urine sample taken during the race, the International Cycling Union (UCI) said on Thursday. The Spaniard, who won ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-09-30T10:48:21Z)

Gael Garcia Bernal and girlfriend expecting second child

Gael Garcia Bernal is to become a father for the second time. The 'Letters To Juliet' actor - who already has a 20-month-old son, Lazaro, with his girlfriend Dolores Fonzi - was delighted to share his "tremendous and complete happiness" over the pregnancy ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-09-27T20:46:03Z)

Oscar-nominated actor Tony Curtis dies: report

LOS ANGELES ( Reuters ) - Tony Curtis, whose good looks made him a Hollywood star well before he became an accomplished actor in movies such as "The Sweet Smell of Success" and " Some Like It Hot ," died at his home in Nevada , ABC News reported on ... (Source: Zimbio 2010-09-30T12:28:34Z)

Walgreen CEO Discusses F2Q11 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Welcome to our fourth quarter and fiscal 2010 year-end conference call. Today, Greg Wasson, our President and CEO will discuss the quarter and fiscal year highlights and our continued progress in executing our core strategies. In addition, Wade Miquelon ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-09-28T12:23:47Z)

Harold Gould, urbane character actor of 'Golden Girls,' 'The Sting,' dies at 86

Harold Gould, a dapper, white-haired character actor best known for playing the swindler Kid Twist in the 1973 movie "The Sting" and for recurring roles on the popular television sitcoms "Rhoda" and "The Golden Girls," died Sept. 11 of prostate cancer at a ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-09-12T23:55:38Z)

Actor Gael Garcia Bernal and Wife Expecting Second Child

Mexican actor Gael Garcia Bernal has announced he is about to become a father for the second time. In a Twitter post on Friday, the 'Y Tu Mama Tambien' star announced his wife, Argentine actress Dolores Fonzi, is pregnant with their second child ... (Source: Transworld News 2010-09-27T14:05:11Z)

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