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Deals of the Hour / November 14, 2010, 10:40 am

Dynegy Rises as Pritchard Says Blackstone May Boost Bid for Power Producer

Dynegy Inc ., the U.S. power producer with a shareholder vote scheduled Nov. 17 on a $540 million takeover by Blackstone Group LP , rose after a Pritchard Capital Partners analyst said the private equity firm may increase its $4.50-a-share offer to win ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-11-12T16:23:54Z)

Aung San Suu Kyi Stills Holds Firmly to Ideal of Human Rights

On Saturday, the leader of the democratic movement in Myanmar was released from house arrest by the military government. Aung San Suu Kyi found herself smiling and moving about town as several thousand supporters gathered to demonstrate their support and ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-11-14T17:47:26Z)

Republicans' hard-line stance carries risks

LOS ANGELES ---- No bargaining, no deals, no compromise ---- that's the hard-line stance that Republicans have staked in the days since seizing control of the House. Their prescription for the sluggish economy ---- lower taxes, huge spending cuts, less ... (Source: North County Times 2010-11-14T08:07:37Z)

First time, Tim Thomas at a loss

G oalie Tim Thomas [ stats ] knows how to deliver a shutout victory for the Bruins [ team stats ] . Last night, he had the zero dumped on him. The Ottawa Senators scored even-strength goals in the first and third periods and rode hot Brian Elliott (31 ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-14T18:01:45Z)

Bargains before Black Friday? Act now, analysts say

Before you head into the final stretch before the holiday rush, when stores lose all subtlety in the effort to push gift-buying, you may wonder whether to pass up November bargains in the hope that some prices will keep falling. Last year, most customers ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-11-12T09:57:21Z)

Hulu Plus, Xbox 360 Kinect Hottest 'Toys'

Hulu Plux, Xbox 360 Kinect Hottest 'Toys' Claiming 'You are the controller. No gadgets, no gizmos, just you!' Microsoft has released their Xbox 360 Kinect device with promises of fun for the whole family. Their Kinect device allows for controller-free ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-11-07T15:39:44Z)

Hard-line approach by GOP may backfire

LOS ANGELES: No bargaining, no deals, no compromise — that's the hard-line stance that Republicans have staked in the days since seizing control of the House. Their prescription for the sluggish economy — lower taxes, huge spending cuts, less ... (Source: Akron Beacon Journal 2010-11-14T07:17:30Z)

Chile's rescued enjoy fame, delay their return to mines

COPIAPO, Chile - They're treated like rock stars today, offered book contracts, movie deals and all-expense-paid trips to see their favorite soccer teams in Europe, while demanding thousands of dollars for interviews. A month after the remarkable end to ... (Source: World Link 2010-11-13T21:23:22Z)

Where to Find the Xbox Kinect Around Columbus, Ohio

With the Christmas shopping season quickly approaching, wait what am I talking about; it is already here. My local big box store had Santa and tom turkey set up across from each other in the same aisle facing each other in a gladiator like match up ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-11-12T01:43:26Z)

Xbox Kinect Opening Special Offer for X'mas - Get a FREE Kinect online!

PRLog (Press Release) – Nov 14, 2010 – Xbox is just about to release the Kinect, a hands free controller that will bring the gaming world alive. This will be a very hot item for Christmas this year and they have a pre-order special and product ... (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2010-11-14T14:48:28Z)

US Briefs

The Villages, Fla.Bush misses being pamperedFormer President George W. Bush says he doesn't miss much about the White House, just the pampering.Bush told more than 3,000 people at a sprawling central Florida retirement community on Saturday that he misses ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-14T07:46:08Z)

Big stock offerings next week could boost markets

In the world of new stock offerings, everything about next week is big: The number of deals, the amount of money expected to be raised and the profiles of the companies going public — and now the world's most populous nation may be getting into the mix ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-13T15:18:18Z)

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)

Midterm vote was about contempt for both parties

LOS ANGELES - No bargaining, no deals, no compromise - that's the hard-line stance that Republicans have staked in the days since seizing control of the House. Their prescription for the sluggish economy - lower taxes, huge spending cuts, less regulation ... (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2010-11-14T06:56:02Z)

Wiretap exposes drug king

VENTURA (AP) — The man accused of being Mexico's "King of Heroin" was caught on wiretap conversations talking to his coconspirators about drug transactions involving hundreds of thousands of dollars. In the recordings, Jose Antonio Medina Arreguin, 36 ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-11-14T09:33:31Z)

ArcelorMittal and Baffinland mail offer to shareholders

ArcelorMittal and Baffinland Iron Mines Corporation announced the mailing to Baffinland security holders of ArcelorMittal's offer and take over bid circular and Baffinland's directors' circular in connection with the previously announced supported take ... (Source: SteelGuru 2010-11-14T02:52:39Z)

33 Chilean miners remain tight-lipped about ordeal

COPIAPO, Chile — They're treated like rock stars today, offered book contracts, movie deals and all-expenses-paid trips to see their favorite soccer teams in Europe while demanding thousands of dollars for interviews. A month after the remarkable end to ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-11-13T07:54:29Z)

Look early for Black Friday digital gear deals

Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, is one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Retailers offer smoking deals to lure Christmas shoppers. But in this sluggish economy, Black Friday is no longer a one-day event. This year, Black Friday deals ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-12T15:40:57Z)

For Bruins, home is where the hard is

B ruins players have reacted with exasperation in recent days when asked about the team's problems with playing the same style and caliber of game at home as it does on the road. "We were just a bad team," said B's coach Claude Julien, whose club ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-14T17:04:29Z)

A cascade of big stock offerings

WASHINGTON - In the world of new stock offerings, everything about next week is big: the number of deals, the amount of money expected to be raised, and the profiles of the companies going public. The action is likely to draw a wide range of investors into ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-13T08:08:48Z)

Baffinland Mails Circular To Securityholders On ArcelorMittal's Take-Over Offer

(RTTNews) - Saturday, Canada-based Baffinland Iron Mines Corp. (BIM.TO: News ) and Luxembourg-based steel producer ArcelorMittal (MT: News ) informed Baffinland securityholders of ArcelorMittal's offer and take-over bid circular and Baffinland's directors ... (Source: RTT News 2010-11-13T21:23:22Z)

Aung San Suu Kyi

The jubilant crowd roared, and chants of "Long Live Suu Kyi" filled the air Saturday night as her supporters greeted the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and democracy activist who had defied Myanmar's military leaders and paid a monumental price that robbed her ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-11-14T18:23:13Z)

'King of Heroin' spoke of drug deals in tape

VENTURA, Calif. (KABC) -- Mexico's alleged "King of Heroin" was caught on tape talking to his co-conspirators about drug transactions worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. According to court documents obtained by the Ventura County Star, 36-year-old Jose ... (Source: KABC 2010-11-13T20:47:34Z)

GM, Caesars top week of big stock offerings

WASHINGTON — In the world of new stock offerings, everything about this week is big: The number of deals, the amount of money expected to be raised and the profiles of the companies going public. The action likely will draw a wide range of investors into ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-11-14T10:45:06Z)

Chile's rescued miners enjoy taste of the good life

COPIAPO, Chile They're treated like rock stars today, offered book contracts, movie deals and all-expense-paid trips to see their favorite soccer teams in Europe, while demanding thousands of dollars for interviews. A month after the end of their 69-day ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-11-13T04:05:25Z)

UPDATE 1-Top Dynegy shareholder exploring other deals

NEW YORK Nov 2 (Reuters) - Hedge fund Seneca Capital, one of Dynegy Inc's ( DYN.N ) largest shareholders and an opponent of the company's takeover by the Blackstone Group ( BX.N ), said on Tuesday that it was exploring the potential for alternative deals ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-02T16:28:36Z)

Aung San Suu Kyi speaks to joyous crowds in Myanmar

A day after her release from detention, opposition leader and Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi met dozens of ambassadors, hundreds of journalists and thousands of Burmese citizens Sunday, underscoring the importance of dialogue, strength and determination ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-11-14T17:11:38Z)

Wal-Mart's Black Friday 2010 ad: Electronics top deals

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Wal-Mart's highly awaited Black Friday ad promises hot deals on high-definition TVs, Blu-ray players, laptops and holiday gift favorites such as toys and DVDs, according to a copy of the retailer's circular obtained by CNNMoney ... (Source: CNN Money 2010-11-14T01:12:26Z)

ArcelorMittal and Baffinland Announce Mailing of ArcelorMittal Offer and Take-Over Bid Circular ...

ArcelorMittal and Baffinland Iron Mines Corporation ("Baffinland") (TSX: BIM) today announced the mailing to Baffinland securityholders of ArcelorMittal's offer and take-over bid circular and Baffinland's directors' circular in connection with the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-13T20:26:06Z)

Senators 2, Bruins 0: Ottawa deals Thomas first loss

 Brian Elliott stopped 31 shots for his first shutout this season, and the Ottawa Senators beat the Boston Bruins 2-0 last night to hand Tim Thomas his first loss. Erik Karlsson and Daniel Alfredsson scored for the Senators, who won for the seventh time ... (Source: MetroWest Daily News 2010-11-14T05:01:30Z)

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