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Deals of the Hour / November 3, 2010, 5:41 pm

Pirates re-sign reliever Ledezma

The Pirates on Wednesday re-signed left-handed reliever Wil Ledezma to a one-year contract and avoided salary arbitration. Terms of the deal were not immediately available. Four players — right-handers Jose Ascanio and Ross Ohlendorf and first basemen ... (Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010-11-03T21:06:36Z)

China Rejects Clinton Offer to Mediate Dispute

Nov. 2 (Bloomberg) -- China rebuffed Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's offer to mediate a territorial dispute with Japan and rejected her contention that the area at the center of the row falls under the U.S. security blanket. Relations between Asia ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-02T09:04:48Z)

Texans report: Inside slant

The better the Texans have run the ball this season, the worse quarterback Matt Schaub has played. It seems that when Arian Foster is running well, Schaub is off target. Schaub is at his best when the team is behind and relying on him to bring them from ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-03T01:46:57Z)

Anti-cholesterol drugs could help stave off seizures: UBC-Vancouver Coastal Health research

Statins, the family of drugs used to lower cholesterol, might also reduce the risk of epileptic seizures in people with cardiovascular disease, according to a new statistical study by a drug safety expert at the University of British Columbia and Vancouver ... (Source: EurekAlert 2010-10-25T20:20:00Z)

Canada blocks BHP's Potash bid, stuns investors

OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada blocked BHP Billiton's> blockbuster $39 billion bid for Potash Corp on Wednesday and offered only the slimmest of chances that the offer could be modified or revived. Following government guidelines, Industry Minister Tony Clement ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-03T23:36:55Z)

China shuns U.S. mediation in its island dispute with Japan

(CNN) -- The United States can forget about hosting trilateral talks involving China and Japan over the disputed islands, Beijing said via state media Wednesday. "The territorial dispute between China and Japan over the Diaoyu Islands is the business of ... (Source: CNN 2010-11-03T04:10:07Z)

Colts lead Texans 17-3 at halftime

INDIANAPOLIS - Kelvin Hayden returned an interception 25 yards for a touchdown, helping the Indianapolis Colts take a 17-3 lead over the Houston Texans at halftime on Monday night. Hayden picked off a pass intended for Kevin Walter on the second play of ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-10-31T23:54:47Z)

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer files for bankruptcy after creditors strike deal with Carl Icahn

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Hollywood's fabled and once most powerful studio, has filed for bankruptcy protection after it could no longer pay down its crippling debt or make and release new movies. The filing, made Wednesday morning, comes after MGM's leading ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-03T21:42:23Z)

WRAPUP 7-Canada blocks BHP's Potash bid, stuns investors

OTTAWA, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Canada blocked BHP Billiton's ( BHP.AX )> blockbuster $39 billion bid for Potash Corp ( POT.TO ) on Wednesday and offered only the slimmest of chances that the offer could be modified or revived. Following government guidelines ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-03T23:36:55Z)

Philippines reviews security deal with U.S. after rape case

MANILA (Reuters) - Philippine President Benigno Aquino has ordered a review of a security deal with the United States, seeking to avoid a repeat of a controversial case in which a U.S. Marine convicted of rape escaped a jail term. Executive Secretary ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-10-26T09:34:34Z)

China objects to US offer to host three-way talks over disputed islands with Japan

BEIJING - China objected Tuesday to a U.S. offer to broker three-way talks with Japan over disputed islands in the East China Sea, saying it was "very wrong" for the United States to get involved in the territorial disagreement. U.S. Secretary of State ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-02T06:48:47Z)

MGM files for bankruptcy protection

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer , the fabled studio whose origins go back to Hollywood's earliest days, filed for bankruptcy protection, sagging under a mountain of debt. The filing, made Wednesday morning in New York, came after MGM's leading creditors struck a deal ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-04T00:12:42Z)

NYC jury begins deliberating over EMI deal dispute

A jury in New York has begun deliberating whether Citigroup tricked a British private equity firm into buying music company EMI in 2007 at an inflated price. The federal jury in Manhattan considered the civil case brought by Terra Firma Capital partners ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-03T22:32:29Z)

Steroids May Only Offer Short-Term Help for Tennis Elbow

THURSDAY, Oct. 21 (HealthDay News) -- Although a steroid shot can relieve the pain of tennis elbow in the short run, long-term use is less effective and might even be harmful, Australian researchers say. "There is a high risk of poor long-term outcomes and ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-21T23:16:33Z)

Foiled Parcel Plot - World Scramble To Tighten Air Cargo Security

A s authorities around the world are reviewing ways to improve the security of air cargo, analysts are warning that a new system of rigorous checks could seriously hurt world trade. Meanwhile, German officials have admitted that they wouldn't have spotted ... (Source: Free Internet Press 2010-11-02T22:05:03Z)

Manning's TD pass gives Colts 7-0 lead over Texans

Kelvin Hayden returned an interception 25 yards for a touchdown, helping the Indianapolis Colts take a 17-3 lead over the Houston Texans at halftime on Monday night. Hayden picked off a pass intended for Kevin Walter on the second play of the second ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-02T02:23:56Z)

Fixing cargo security system could cost billions _ and still offer little more safety

LONDON (AP) — The glaring weakness of the cargo shipping system has been laid bare by the Yemen -based mail bomb plot — but the cost of fixing it may be too high for governments, airlines and shippers to stomach during a global downturn. Analysts warn ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-01T18:45:48Z)

LHP Wil Ledezma agrees to 1-year deal with Pirates, who send Clement, Moss to Triple-A

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Wil Ledezma has bypassed arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract. Ledezma was 0-3 with a 6.86 ERA in 27 games, allowing 25 hits in 19 2-3 innings. The Pirates also activated opening day first ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-03T22:39:39Z)

World stocks gain as Fed word on stimulus awaited

World stocks were mostly higher Wednesday as markets digested news that Republicans gained control of the House in midterm U.S. elections and attention refocused on the Federal Reserve's plans to stimulate the world's biggest economy. Oil prices rose above ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-03T08:42:08Z)

Late Pedro Leon strikes halts AC Milan comeback

M ILAN — Substitute Pedro Leon scored a last-gasp equalizer Wednesday to give Real Madrid a 2-2 draw at AC Milan that sent the Spanish club through to the Champions League knockout round. Filippo Inzaghi had earlier come off the bench to score twice as ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-03T22:25:20Z)

SWM Announces Third Quarter 2010 Results

Frederic Villoutreix , Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We remain confident in our strategy to grow SWM's high value products franchise and look forward to the upcoming twelve months as we bring to fruition the two principle ... (Source: MSN Money 2010-11-03T20:59:26Z)

NY Jury To Decide--Lies Or Bad Deal Over EMI Sale

Did a Citigroup Inc banker lie to British buyout house chief Guy Hands to trick him into buying struggling music company EMI in 2007, or did Hands' "magic sauce" fail him and is he seeking to avoid responsibility? Those were the opposing closing arguments ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-11-03T18:29:07Z)

NY jury deliberations begin in EMI deal dispute

(AP) — A jury in New York has begun deliberating whether Citigroup tricked a British private equity firm into buying music company EMI in 2007 at an inflated price. The federal jury in Manhattan considered the civil case brought by Terra Firma Capital ... (Source: Newsday 2010-11-03T21:56:42Z)

Many Coaches Unprepared for Student-Athletes' Asthma

TUESDAY, Nov. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Only one in three children's athletic coaches reports being adequately trained to deal with asthma symptoms in kids, a new study found. What's more, just one in two coaches knew more than one asthma symptom, according to ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-02T23:02:19Z)

Improving cargo security system could cost billions _ and offer little extra protection

LONDON (AP) — The technology exists to safeguard the world's air transport system against threats like the Yemen -based mail bombs, but the cost may be too high to be practical. Analysts warn that the cost of screening every piece of air cargo in a bid ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-01T21:30:26Z)

Pirates re-sign Ledezma on busy day

PITTSBURGH -- Left-hander Wil Ledezma will return to the Pirates in 2011 after agreeing to a one-year contract on Wednesday. Ledezma's signing was one of many roster moves announced by Pittsburgh on the second official day of baseball's offseason. The ... (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-11-03T23:08:17Z)

Champions League: Real Madrid draws AC Milan, advances

Pedro Leon scored in second-half injury time, giving Real Madrid a 2-2 tie at AC Milan on Wednesday night to advance the Spanish power into the European Champions League's second round along with Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Gonzalo Higuain put Madrid ahead ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-11-03T22:39:39Z)

MGM declares bankruptcy after Icahn agrees plan

NEW YORK (AFP) – Legendary Hollywood film studio MGM declared bankruptcy Wednesday, with reorganization plans approved by billionaire investor Carl Icahn under an agreement with Spyglass Entertainment. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-03T23:58:23Z)

BHP Billiton Says Potash Bid Benefits Canada

SYDNEY -- Mining giant BHP Billiton Ltd. said Thursday it was disappointed by the Canadian government blocking its bid for fertilizer producer Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan . BHP Billiton said it "continues to believe that the offer is of net benefit to ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-11-04T00:05:33Z)

Chelsea, Bayern, Real through to Champions League round of 16

LONDON (AP) — Chelsea and Bayern Munich qualified for the last 16 of the Champions League by recording wins to stay perfect in the group stage, and Real Madrid joined them thanks to Sanchez Pedro Leon's late equalizer in the 2-2 draw at AC Milan on ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-03T22:32:29Z)

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