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Deals of the Hour / November 10, 2010, 1:42 pm

'American Idol' parent CKX takes itself off sales block

CKX Inc., the parent of "American Idol" producer 19 Entertainment, said it was ending talks with potential suitors for the company. In a statement, CKX said its board of directors "did not receive any proposals that it felt were in the best interests of ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-28T03:05:39Z)

Vodafone profit rises 56 per cent on stronger sales, Softbank stake sale

(Canadian Press DataFile Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) LONDON _ British telecom company Vodafone reported Tuesday that net profit for the first half of the year jumped 56 per cent to 7.50 billion pounds (US$12.12 billion), thanks to higher revenue and the ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-11-10T09:59:44Z)

Ex-marines held over sale of guns to gang

The suspected ringleader, Adam Gitschlag, who served in Iraq and was once based at Camp Pendleton, was arrested at his Orange County home on November 2 as part of an operation carried out by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, as well ... (Source: The Australian 2010-11-10T14:10:16Z)

Rare superhero covers heading to auction

NEW YORK (AP) — Jerry Robinson was 18 when he created the Joker, Batman's villainous psychopathic nemesis. He was among the pioneers of a new American art form that included Fred Ray, whose 1942 comic book cover known as Superman Patriotic Shield sealed ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-11-10T20:43:58Z)

Windows Phone 7 goes on sale in the U.S.

The moment of truth is here for the Windows Phone 7 , which finally goes on sale in the U.S. on Monday. With the new OS, Microsoft is hoping to shrug off its dowdy image and finally emerge as a viable late-bloomer in the booming -- and tightly packed ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-08T19:13:17Z)

UPDATE: Goldman Faces Lawsuit On $1.2 Billion Hudson CDO Deals- Filing

Goldman Sachs Group Inc. ( GS ) faces a class-action lawsuit over two collateralized debt obligations it packaged and sold in 2006 and 2007, according to its latest quarterly regulatory filing. The CDO deals, called Hudson Mezzanine Funding 1 and 2 ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-11-09T17:17:34Z)

China deal boosts Scottish whisky industry (AFP)

AFP - Scottish distillers were Sunday toasting an agreement between the British and Chinese governments which will ensure that only whisky made in Scotland can be sold as Scotch in China. » Full Story on Yahoo! News (Source: Buzz Log (blog) 2010-11-08T01:26:42Z)

Wednesday TV pick: 'The 44th annual CMA Awards'

Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow will make her live country music singing debut on "The 44th annual CMA Awards " at 8 tonight on ABC. Paltrow, along with Vince Gill, will perform the title track from her forthcoming feature film, "Country Strong." The ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-11-10T05:27:43Z)

Vodafone profit jumps on sale of Softbank stake

British telecoms company Vodafone reported Tuesday that net profit for the first half of the year jumped 56 percent to 7.50 billion pounds ($12.12 billion), thanks to higher revenue and the sale of a business. The company lifted its outlook. Vodafone said ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-09T12:24:05Z)

At a glance: Sara Lee's deal with Grupo Bimbo

Sara Lee Corp. is selling its North American fresh bakery unit to Grupo Bimbo for $959 million. About the companies: Sara Lee Corp. HEADQUARTERS: Downers Grove, Ill. STOCK: New York Stock Exchange, ticker SLE BRANDS: Include Ball Park, Hillshire Farm ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-09T19:19:16Z)

"American Idol" Parent CKx Ends Talks To Sell Company - Update

(RTTNews) - Entertainment company CKx, Inc. (CKXE: News ), owner of the "American Idol" television show, said Wednesday that it has ended talks on a potential sale of the company or a controlling stake. The announcement comes seven months after the company ... (Source: RTT News 2010-10-28T03:34:17Z)

Mexican firm buys Sara Lee's baking unit

In a deal of local interest, Sara Lee Corp. has announced the sale of its struggling North American bread-making business to Mexican baking giant Grupo Bimbo for $959 million, "Sara Lee slims down with bread sale." Sara Lee operates two metro area ... (Source: Sioux City Journal 2010-11-10T18:13:39Z)

Amazon sells book offering advice to pedophiles

NEW YORK — Amazon.com Inc. is selling a self-published guide that offers advice to pedophiles, and that has generated outrage on the Internet and threats to boycott the retailer. The availability of "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure: a Child ... (Source: The State 2010-11-10T20:58:17Z)

The Morning Fix: MGM drama nears finish line. CKX says it's not for sale anymore. Fox and Cablevision still ...

After the coffee. Before wondering why we pushed moving the clocks back into November. The Skinny: Here's a shocker: Mike Tyson had no problem with working with Mel Gibson in "The Hangover 2." News would be finding someone Tyson wouldn't work with. Fox and ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-27T23:59:32Z)

Survey: Windows Phone 7 a top choice for app developers

More app developers plan to make applications for Windows Phone 7 than for the Apple iPhone during 2011, according to a new survey, but Google Android won out as the most popular platform. Windows Phone 7 was tied with the iPad for planned app-publisher ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-11-10T21:26:55Z)

Sara Lee slims down with $959M baking sale to Grupo Bimbo

Sara Lee Corp. is cutting the apron strings on its struggling North American bread-making business, selling it to Mexican baking giant Grupo Bimbo for $959 million. The deal makes Grupo Bimbo the largest baker in the U.S. It also marks Sara Lee's last ... (Source: Salt Lake Tribune 2010-11-10T00:12:45Z)

Goldman fined $650,000 for disclosure lapse

WASHINGTON — Industry regulators have fined Goldman Sachs $650,000 for failing to disclose that two of its brokers, including the executive accused of leading the mortgage securities deal that brought civil fraud charges against the firm, were under ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-10T07:15:05Z)

Book defending pedophilia for sale on Amazon

Associated Press - November 10, 2010 1:35 PM ET NEW YORK (AP) - Amazon is selling a self-published book defending pedophiles, sparking discussions about the retailer's obligation to vet items before they are sold in its online stores. The book, "The ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-10T18:42:17Z)

Jerry Robinson Superman, Batman cover art headed to auction

NEW YORK (AP) - Jerry Robinson was 18 when he created the Joker, Batman's villainous psychopathic nemesis. He was among the pioneers of a new American art form that included Fred Ray, whose iconic 1942 comic book cover known as Superman Patriotic Shield ... (Source: LIVE AUCTIONEERS 2010-11-10T14:17:26Z)

Finra Fines Goldman Over Disclosure; New Name Emerges

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority fined Goldman Sachs & Co. $650,000, ending a bout of scrutiny over the firm's disclosures of investigations into its Abacus CDO 2007-AC1. Finra said Goldman failed for several months to report that two of its ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-10T20:36:49Z)

On Tonight: CMA Awards, 'Hell's Kitchen' Returns

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood host " The 44 th Annual CMA Awards" (ABC, 8 p.m.) from Nashville where performances are planned from the hosts, as well as Dierks Bentley, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire ... (Source: Hartford Courant (blog) 2010-11-10T07:43:43Z)

Ex-Marines arrested in weapons scheme

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Federal agents have arrested three retired Marines suspected of selling illegal assault weapons to a notorious Los Angeles street gang, authorities said Tuesday. The suspected ringleader, Adam Gitschlag, who served in Iraq and was once ... (Source: WIVB 2010-11-10T13:55:57Z)

70 years on, rare Superman, Batman covers up for sale

NEW YORK: Jerry Robinson was 18 when he created the Joker, Batman's villainous psychopathic nemesis. He was among the pioneers of a new American art form that included Fred Ray, whose iconic 1942 comic book cover known as Superman Patriotic Shield sealed ... (Source: Times of India 2010-11-10T00:27:04Z)

Cameron Leads U.K.'s Largest Trade Group to China Seeking Deals

Nov. 8 (Bloomberg) -- Prime Minister David Cameron leaves for China today at the head of the largest ever U.K. trade delegation as he tries to show off his new policy of business- focused diplomacy. His delegation includes Paul Walsh of Diageo Plc, Kevin ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-08T00:15:07Z)

Cameron finds deals with China take time

David Cameron came to China, leading a six months' old coalition government and a large delegation of British business figures, hoping to do business. He left realising that achieving big export deals with China is a slow and difficult process, even ... (Source: Financial Times 2010-11-10T12:51:32Z)

Sparks Fly Over Book For Sale On Amazon Defending Pedophilia

NEW YORK (November 10, 2010)--Amazon is selling a self-published book defending pedophiles, which is sparking discussions about the retailer's obligation to vet items before they are sold in its online stores. The book, "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and ... (Source: KWTX 2010-11-10T18:49:26Z)

Deal snapshot: VODAFONE UNVEILS USD5.1BN SALE OF INTERESTS IN JAPANESE ...

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CMA Awards 2010: Miranda Lambert Behind the Scenes rehearsing (Video)

The CMA Awards 2010 are tonight that that rehearsals are essential for the perfect show. In a new video put up tonight, Mriande Lambert takes to the microphone to practioce her performance and talk to her fans about tonights show. The '44th Annual CMA ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-10T20:15:20Z)

SUNRISE: 72-year-old woman hit, dragged by minivan; driver arrested

A 72-year-old woman was taken to a hospital and a man was arrested Wednesday after the man allegedly backed his minivan into the woman and dragged her about 30 feet. Joshua Nichols, 25, was at American Iron and Metal at 3390 Drennan Industrial Loop in ... (Source: Colorado Springs Gazette 2010-11-10T13:55:57Z)

Microsoft Windows Phone 7 devices go on sale

Smart phones running Microsoft's new software are now available for AT&T Inc. and T-Mobile USA customers. They phones will compete with Apple Inc.'s iPhone and an expanding number of phones with Google Inc.'s Android system. The first batch of handsets are ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-08T23:38:09Z)

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