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Deals of the Hour / November 13, 2010, 2:40 pm

Icahn raises stake, offers Dynegy $2 billion if its deal to be taken private falls through

NEW YORK - Investor Carl Icahn is raising his stake in Dynegy and is offering a $2 billion loan to the electricity producer should its deal to be taken private by a buyout firm falls through. Icahn said Friday in a regulatory filing he now owns 12.9 ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-12T15:05:10Z)

What's the deal with the Cavaliers' $14 million exception? Hey, Mary!

Hey, Mary: Do you believe Manny Harris can be a legit option for the Cavs, to become what Larry Hughes could have been? And if so, will Byron Scott utilize him this year? -- Daniel Graves, Cleveland Hey, Tyler and Daniel: I don't think the Cavs are ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-10-31T03:37:53Z)

Many Americans are being more careful with their spending

PARAMUS, N.J. - The Goodwill store in this middle-class suburb of New York was buzzing on a recent weekend afternoon. Shoppers combed through racks filled with secondhand clothes, shoes, blankets, and dishes. A few years ago, opening a Goodwill store here ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-13T08:01:38Z)

Sunnis' hand is weak in Iraq

BAGHDAD - The Sunnis' muddled response to a power-sharing deal reflects their weak hand in Shiite-dominated Iraq. The Shiites would like the Sunnis' support, but they do not need it. The Sunnis' dilemma: Accept a secondary role in a government led by ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-13T08:01:38Z)

White House offers to break impasse on nuclear arms treaty

Story Updated: Nov 12, 2010 at 8:07 PM MST WASHINGTON (AP) - The Obama administration is offering to add billions of dollars in funding for the U.S. nuclear stockpile in a deal that it hopes will win enough Republican support for approval of a nuclear arms ... (Source: KIDK 2010-11-13T03:00:59Z)

Leonardo DiCaprio's slasher pleads no contest

LOS ANGELES -- A woman accused of slashing Leonardo DiCaprio's face with glass during a party five years ago has pleaded no contest to assault with a deadly weapon. Aretha Wilson entered the plea as part of a plea deal Friday in Los Angeles County Superior ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-13T16:15:34Z)

Icahn may bid on Dynegy if Blackstone deal fails

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn said he may bid for Dynegy Inc (DYN.N: Quote , Profile , Research , Stock Buzz ) if shareholders vote down the struggling power company's deal to be bought by private equity firm Blackstone Group (BX.N ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-13T00:23:31Z)

FilmDistrict and TriStar Pictures to Partner on Release of 'SOUL SURFER'

The first film to be released under the new deal between FilmDistrict and Sony Pictures, SOUL SURFER will go out as a wide release via TriStar Pictures with a broad-based and integrated marketing campaign managed by FilmDistrict. The film was independently ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-01T21:16:07Z)

Flyers ink Jeff Carter to 11-yr/$58 mil deal

The Philadelphia Flyers have inked forward Jeff Carter to an 11-year deal. Carter is scheduled to make $58 million over the span of the 11-year deal. The cap hit starts next season at $5.27 per season. This is a huge signing for the Flyers, a week after ... (Source: NBC Sports 2010-11-13T20:18:56Z)

Toyota president Akio Toyoda gets free Tesla Roadster at Tokyo store opening

Elon Musk presents Akio Toyoda with a Tesla Roadster – Click above for high-res image gallery Now, the more cynical among you might see this act of largesse as one of reciprocity. Yes, Toyota did invest $50 million in Tesla stock and helped get the ... (Source: autoblog 2010-11-12T23:33:24Z)

Underwood portrays one-armed surfer

Co-starring Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt and AnnaSophia Robb, "Soul Surfer" will be the first movie to go out under a new FilmDistrict deal with Sony Pictures. Shot on location in Hawaii, the film is set for release April 15 via TriStar Pictures with a ... (Source: The Money Times 2010-11-02T03:56:59Z)

Iraqi lawmakers approve deal to form new government amid questions of Sunni role in it

BAGHDAD - Iraqi lawmakers have approved an agreement that brings all of Iraq's feuding political blocs into a new government led by Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. The vote Saturday was intended as a show of unity after the country's main Sunni-backed bloc ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-13T18:53:03Z)

AP source: WH makes offers to break treaty impasse

The Obama administration is offering to add billions of dollars in funding for the U.S. nuclear stockpile in a deal that it hopes will win enough Republican support for approval of a nuclear arms control treaty with Russia. White House officials outlined ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-13T03:43:56Z)

UPDATE 6-Icahn may bid on Dynegy if Blackstone deal fails

NEW YORK, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn said he may bid for Dynegy Inc (DYN.N: Quote , Profile , Research , Stock Buzz ) if shareholders vote down the struggling power company's deal to be bought by private equity firm Blackstone Group ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-12T23:26:15Z)

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Flyers, Carter agree to 11-year extension

The Philadelphia Flyers and forward Jeff Carter have apparently agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension. TSN of Canada reported Saturday that the 25-year-old was rewarded with an 11- year, $58 million deal. The signing of the sixth-year pro ... (Source: KGET TV 17 2010-11-13T21:01:53Z)

Source: White House moves to break impasse on arms pact

Washington — In a bid to win approval of a nuclear arms control treaty with Russia before newly energized Republicans increase their clout in the Senate, the Obama administration is offering to add billions of dollars in funding for the U.S. nuclear ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-11-13T16:22:43Z)

Movie about Kauai surfer to be released in April

HONOLULU – A movie about a teenage surfer from Kauai who lost her left arm in a shark attack in 2003 is scheduled to be released nationwide April 15. "Soul Surfer" is based on Bethany Hamilton's memoir "Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family and ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-13T17:12:50Z)

Toyota and Tesla celebrate their deal

TOKYO - The usually grim-faced Toyota President Akio Toyoda was all smiles Friday, trumpeting a newfound friendship with U.S. luxury electric carmaker Tesla. Toyoda received as a gift from Tesla Motors Chief Executive Elon Musk a red roadster, that would ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-11-13T06:07:06Z)

Woman Pleads No Contest to Leonardo DiCaprio Assault

A woman accused of attacking Leonardo DiCaprio in 2005 has pleaded no contest to assault with a deadly weapon. Aretha Wilson , 40, allegedly smashed a wine glass in the Inception actor's face at a Hollywood Hills party at the home of Rick Salomon , the man ... (Source: Hollywood Reporter 2010-11-13T18:24:25Z)

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Toyota's chief touts friendship with Tesla

TOKYO - The usually grim-faced Akio Toyoda, Toyota Motor Corp. president, was all smiles Friday as he trumpeted a newfound friendship with U.S. luxury electric carmaker Tesla Motors. Mr. Toyoda received as a gift from Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk a red ... (Source: Toledo Blade 2010-11-13T06:35:44Z)

Browns' Hillis has captured the hearts of Clevelanders

Barely four months removed from "The Decision" and Cleveland has another sellout, this one an NFL jersey with the number 40 stitched across the front and back. Leave it to a knight in shining orange and brown armor to make Cleveland sports fans forget ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-13T00:02:02Z)

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In a tough economy, frugality seen as badge of honor

PARAMUS — The Goodwill store in this middle-class New York suburb is buzzing on a recent weekend afternoon. A steady flow of shoppers combs through racks filled with second-hand clothes, shoes, blankets and dishes. A few years ago, opening a Goodwill ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-11-13T07:25:51Z)

Accused Leonardo DiCaprio slasher agrees to plea deal

L OS ANGELES — A woman accused of slashing Leonardo DiCaprio 's face with glass during a party five years ago has pleaded no contest to assault with a deadly weapon. Aretha Wilson entered the plea as part of a plea deal Friday in Los Angeles County ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-13T05:09:50Z)

Browns' Peyton Hillis has captured the hearts of Clevelanders

B arely four months removed from "The Decision" and Cleveland has another sellout, this one an NFL jersey with the number 40 stitched across the front and back. Leave it to a knight in shining orange and brown armor to make Cleveland sports fans forget ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-12T14:00:44Z)

Flyers, Jeff Carter reportedly working on new contract

Forward Jeff Carter and the Philadelphia Flyers are making progress in negotiations for a contract extension, CSNPhilly.com reports. Carter, the team's leading scorer the past two seasons, can become a restricted free agent in July without a new deal ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-11-04T23:57:12Z)

Layaway and bargain hunting back in style

PARAMUS, N.J. — The Goodwill store in this middle-class New York suburb is buzzing on a recent weekend afternoon. A steady flow of shoppers comb through racks filled with second-hand clothes, shoes, blankets and dishes. A few years ago, opening a ... (Source: Pueblo Chieftain 2010-11-11T06:59:35Z)

No movement in Iraq after walkout

BAGHDAD — President Obama praised Iraqi moves to form an "inclusive'' government yesterday, but the two-day-old deal was already looking fragile after Sunni lawmakers walked out of Parliament, clouding the possibilities for working with Shi'ite ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-13T09:06:04Z)

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