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Deals of the Hour / October 27, 2010, 3:40 pm

Robocalls give voters late-night surprises

Liz Weirauch was sound asleep at 12:35 a.m. Monday when her phone rang and she heard a voice say: "This is Sandra Day O'Connor calling about Ballot Question 1." Weirauch hung up, but 15 minutes later, the retired U.S. Supreme Court justice called again. "I ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-10-27T05:44:19Z)

Prosthetic leg discovered in search for NC girl

Authorities were trying to determine whether a prosthetic leg investigators have found is that of a missing North Carolina girl, police said Wednesday. Hickory Police Maj. Clyde Deal said searchers found the leg at a home where the stepmother of 10-year ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-27T21:29:13Z)

New Zealand Reaches Deal on 'Hobbit'

AUCKLAND — Warner Brothers agreed to keep Peter Jackson 's production of "The Hobbit" in New Zealand after the government promised to change local labor laws and offered extra financial incentives, Prime Minister John Key said Wednesday. The deal ... (Source: New York Times 2010-10-27T19:34:41Z)

Prosthetic leg found in search for missing NC girl

Hickory Police Maj. Clyde Deal said Wednesday that authorities are attempting to confirm the leg belongs to 10-year-old Zahra Clare Baker. She was reported missing Oct. 9 and authorities believe she is dead. Deal said the leg was discovered Tuesday ... (Source: KABC 2010-10-27T20:53:25Z)

Kirchner's death may mark end of an era in Argentina

The death of former Argentine President Nestor Kirchner will most likely make it difficult for current President Cristina Fernández -- his widow -- to govern, and may speed up Argentina's reluctant insertion into the global economy. Judging from my ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-27T21:00:35Z)

Joe Biden in NY says Democrats will hold House, Senate

N EW YORK — Vice President Joe Biden campaigning in New York City says he expects Democrats to hold onto both the House and Senate in next week's midterm elections. Biden stopped by a phone bank Tuesday where about 75 volunteers were making calls for ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-27T03:56:57Z)

Sims Metal Management Announces Fiscal 2011 First Quarter Results

In the first three months of fiscal 2011, Sims Metal Management (the "Company") had sales revenue of $1.88 billion, an increase of approximately 4 percent as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2010. The Company earned a net profit after tax of $8 ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-10-26T23:53:34Z)

'Hobbit' green-lighted for New Zealand shoot

WELLINGTON—New Zealand Prime Minister John Key said Wednesday that an agreement was reached with Time Warner Inc. to film "The Hobbit" prequels in the country after a dispute with unions threatened to send the $500 million production overseas. Mr. Key ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-27T20:53:25Z)

Midnight election robocalls anger Northern Nevadans

Hundreds of Nevadans had their sleep interrupted in the wee hours Monday when an automated phone calling system started calling their homes to push for the statewide ballot question that would change how judges are selected. That resulted in dozens of ... (Source: Record-Courier 2010-10-27T07:53:10Z)

N.C. missing girl's prosthetic leg likely found

Authorities searching for a North Carolina girl who lost a leg to cancer say they've found a prosthetic leg at a home where her stepmother once lived. Hickory Police Maj. Clyde Deal said Wednesday that authorities are attempting to confirm the leg belongs ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-27T21:07:44Z)

AT&T Names Fidelity Retirement Provider

Communications company, AT&T , has selected workplace retirement savings plan provider, Fidelity Investments , as its exclusive retirement provider. Fidelity will oversee the administration and recordkeeping of AT&T's defined benefit programs. Fidelity ... (Source: Emii.com 2010-10-27T05:51:29Z)

Tell Me About It: Friend's spoiled kids are a turnoff

Question: I have a dear friend who's loving, thoughtful, and generous. Unfortunately, she spoils her kids rotten and has created a couple of monsters. Her daughters, ages 5 and 6, are shrill, disrespectful, demanding tyrants who love to play with my ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-10-27T08:36:07Z)

Analysis: Argentine leader may soften policies post-Kirchner

Argentine President Cristina Fernandez, in uncharted political waters following the death of her powerful husband Nestor Kirchner, will need to strike a more moderate tone if she hopes to maintain support during her last year in office and win a second ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-27T19:06:03Z)

Research and Markets: The Future of Construction in South America to 2014

This report is the result of WMIs extensive market, company and deals research covering the South American construction industry. It provides detailed analysis of both historic and forecast construction industry values, at market and category level ... (Source: Business Wire 2010-10-20T00:09:01Z)

Election 2010: Ballot question calls in middle of night infuriate Nevada voters

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Hundreds of Nevadans had their sleep interrupted in the wee hours Monday when an automated phone calling system started calling their homes to push for the statewide ballot question that would change how judges are selected. That ... (Source: North Lake Tahoe Bonanza 2010-10-26T21:23:14Z)

Research and Markets: The Future of Construction in Kuwait to 2014

This report is the result of WMIs extensive market, company and deals research covering the Kuwaiti construction industry. It provides detailed analysis of both historic and forecast construction industry values, at market and category level, analysis of ... (Source: Business Wire 2010-10-19T23:40:23Z)

Obama Asia trip no slap to Pakistan, China: aides

President Barack Obama's upcoming trip to India and other Asian countries should not be taken as a slap against India's archrival Pakistan or any other country, including China, aides said on Wednesday. Obama leaves on November 5 on a 10-day trip to India ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-27T21:50:41Z)

AT&T Selects Fidelity Investments® As Sole Retirement Provider

Fidelity Investments, the nation's No. 1 provider of workplace retirement savings plans, 1 today announced it has been chosen by AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) as its sole retirement provider. The expanded relationship will include the administration and ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-10-27T00:36:31Z)

Sealed Air's Third Quarter EPS Increases 26 Percent to $0.43

-- Protective Packaging volumes increased 9% and Food segments volumes increased 3% -- European volumes increased 5%, with growth in all segments in the region -- North American price/mix increased $14 million, or 3% For third quarter 2010, Sealed Air ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2010-10-27T11:56:33Z)

VP Joe Biden campaigns in New York and predicts Democrats will hold House and Senate

NEW YORK - Vice President Joe Biden campaigning in New York City says he expects Democrats to hold onto both the House and Senate in next week's midterm elections. Biden stopped by a phone bank Tuesday where about 75 volunteers were making calls for ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-27T01:26:37Z)

AT&T expands retirement deal with Fidelity

BOSTON Oct 26 (Reuters) - AT&T Inc chose Fidelity Investments as the sole record keeper and administrator of its retirement plans, including its defined benefit programs, Fidelity said Tuesday. Under the expanded deal, Boston-based Fidelity will administer ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-26T14:56:41Z)

Keeping friend may be worth efforts to deal with her kids

Q: I have a dear friend who's loving, thoughtful and generous. Unfortunately, she spoils her kids rotten and as such has created a couple of monsters. Her daughters, ages 5 and 6, are shrill, disrespectful, demanding tyrants who love to play with my ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-10-26T08:44:28Z)

Japan, India sign deal to boost trade, investment

T OKYO — The leaders of India and Japan signed a broad agreement Monday aimed at increasing trade and agreed to speed up talks toward a civilian nuclear energy deal — despite sensitivity in Japan over India's past atomic test blasts. Indian Prime ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-25T16:09:28Z)

The American Lawyer and Corporate Counsel Announce The Focus Asia Summit

Asian economies are being actively targeted by U.S. corporations, and in turn by U.S. law firms, as places to do business. According to The Economist, "Companies in the Fortune 500 list have 98 R&D facilities in China and 63 in India." Anthony Paonita ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-10-27T21:29:13Z)

VP Biden Expects Dems to Hold House, Senate

Vice President Joe Biden campaigning in New York City says he expects Democrats to hold onto both the House and Senate in next week's midterm elections. Biden stopped by a phone bank Tuesday where about 75 volunteers were making calls for Democratic ... (Source: NBC New York 2010-10-26T23:39:15Z)

Research and Markets: The Future of Construction in France to 2014 Provides Detailed Analysis of

Research and Markets ( www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d64bfa/the_future_of_cons : ) has announced the addition of the " The Future of Construction in France to 2014 : " report to their offering. This report is the result of WMIs extensive market ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-10-27T20:39:06Z)

Tower IPO Sells at 11% Discount to Cerberus Buyout

(Updates with Tower's trading from first paragraph.) Oct. 15 (Bloomberg) -- Cerberus Capital Management LP sold shares of Tower International Inc. in an $81.3 million initial public offering for 11 percent less than it paid to take control of the auto ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-15T14:05:19Z)

Former Argentine President Nestor Kirchner dies

Former Argentine President Nestor Kirchner — the country's most powerful politician along with his wife, current leader Cristina Fernandez — died suddenly Wednesday after suffering a heart attack, the presidency said. Kirchner, 60, died after he was ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-27T20:03:19Z)

A dear friend and not-dear playdates

I have a dear friend who's loving, thoughtful and generous. Unfortunately, she spoils her kids rotten and as such has created a couple of monsters. Her daughters, ages 5 and 6, are shrill, disrespectful, demanding tyrants who love to play with my daughter ... (Source: Daily Herald 2010-10-27T06:55:54Z)

New Zealand Strikes Deal With US Studio to Keep 'Hobbit'

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key says his government has reached an agreement with a major Hollywood studio that will keep production of the "Lord of the Rings" movie franchise in his country. Mr. Key announced the deal Wednesday in Wellington, after ... (Source: Voice of America 2010-10-27T18:44:34Z)

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