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Deals of the Hour / July 12, 2010, 7:14 pm

Banco Santander continues global expansion drive

Banco Santander (NYSE:STD) has announced another successful acquisition. News this morning is that Sweden's SEB AB says it is selling its German retail banking business to Banco Santander of Spain in a deal worth $702 ... (Source: Economy News 2010-07-12T11:04:29Z)

Erin Andrews Signs New Multi-Year Deal With ESPN One of America's Most Popular ...

LOS ANGELES, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/12/10 -- Erin Andrews, one of the most recognized and respected faces on the sidelines of college sports, has signed a new multi-year deal with ESPN. In addition to her highly ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-07-12T15:36:30Z)

Ben Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

Ben Wallace says he'll sign a two-year contract soon with the Detroit Pistons. Wallace told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two-year deal about a week ago because he wants to ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-11T20:24:01Z)

ESPN's College GameDay expands to three hours

It was inevitable. Eventually, someone at ESPN figured out that college football fans wanted more College GameDay . Well, that's what someone higher up must have thought because the World Wide Leader In Sports ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel (blog) 2010-07-13T01:44:57Z)

Consultant Hewitt Associates is bought by Aon for $4.9 billion

CHICAGO (AP) — Insurance conglomerate Aon said Monday it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its consulting ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-12T19:47:03Z)

Cowen Group names Michael Costa head of M&A

Cowen Group Inc. on Monday named a former Merrill Lynch executive as its new head of mergers and acquisitions. Michael R. Costa, a one-time managing director at Merrill Lynch, was also given the title vice chairman of ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-12T21:27:16Z)

Wallace says he'll re-sign with Pistons

DETROIT - Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told the Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams but agreed to a two-year deal ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-12T01:10:21Z)

Cowen Group Hires a Top Banker in Media Deals

The Cowen Group , an investment bank, plans to announce on Monday that it has hired Michael R. Costa, a media and telecommunications banker, as the head of its mergers and acquisitions group and vice chairman of ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-12T09:17:07Z)

LeBron James and Chris Bosh Are Gone, What Is Every NBA Team Looking For

The air appears to have come out of the NBA's free-agent balloon now that LeBron James and Chris Bosh are off the market. However, there is still a great amount of work to do for every team in the league—including the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-12T19:11:15Z)

Santander To Buy SEB German Unit For $699 Million

LONDON -- Swedish bank SEB said Monday that it is selling its German retail banking business to Spain's Santander for 555 million euros ($699 million) in a deal that will strengthen its return on equity and boost its ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-07-12T07:01:06Z)

Rams wants break-out NFL year sign NFL star Atogwe to multi-year deal

In an effort to avoid a bad year in the next National Football League season the St. Louis Rams has signed veteran NFL safety Oshiomogho Atogwe to a lucrative five-year contract. Atogwe an unrestricted free agent was ... (Source: Realfootball365.com 2010-07-12T19:18:25Z)

Aon agrees to buy Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion

Insurance conglomerate Aon said Monday that it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its consulting business. The ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-13T01:23:29Z)

Just Imagine: The All-NFL Rugby Team

With the World Cup behind us, so are the lamentations of commentators that simply don't understand why soccer isn't more popular in the United States—for now at least. Their gripe is understandable. Soccer is a truly ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-13T00:54:51Z)

Raiders sign rookie Walter McFadden

ALAMEDA, Calif.—The Oakland Raiders have signed rookie cornerback Walter McFadden to a contract. The team announced the deal with its fifth-round pick on Monday. McFadden is the third of Oakland's nine draft picks to ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-12T21:34:25Z)

UPDATE 1-Santander to buy SEB's German retail banking unit

* To pay 555 million euros for division * Deal steps up Santander's German exposure * Santander says deal reduces core capital by 10 basis points (Updates with background) MADRID, July 12 (Reuters) - Spain's largest bank ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-07-12T08:19:51Z)

Couche-Tard extends tender offer deadline for Casey's 1 month; so far has 19.2 pct ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard said Monday that it was extending its tender offer deadline by nearly a month as it continues to mount a $1.9 billion takeover of Casey's General Stores Inc. The ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-12T19:04:06Z)

Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

DETROIT (AP) — Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two ... (Source: Mining Journal 2010-07-12T12:44:42Z)

Erin Andrews Signs New Multi-Year Deal With ESPN

LOS ANGELES, CA, Jul 12, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Erin Andrews, one of the most recognized and respected faces on the sidelines of college sports, has signed a new multi-year deal with ESPN. In addition to her ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-12T15:29:21Z)

Nets, Farmar agree in principle to 3-year, $12 million deal

The Nets couldn't get some of the best players in free agency, but they took one from the best team. Former Lakers backup point guard Jordan Farmar agreed in principle Sunday to join the Nets. Farmar will get $12 ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2010-07-12T06:11:00Z)

Blackstone To Manage BoA Asia Property Fund

NEW YORK/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Blackstone Group (BX.N) will manage a $2-billion-plus Asian real estate fund of Bank of America-Merrill Lynch, in a deal that will close in the third quarter, sources familiar with the ... (Source: Private Equity Hub 2010-07-12T10:50:10Z)

Raiders sign fifth-round draft pick

ALAMEDA - The Raiders have signed rookie cornerback Walter McFadden to a contract. The team announced the deal with its fifth-round pick Monday. McFadden is the third of Oakland's nine draft picks to sign a contract. The ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-07-12T21:48:44Z)

Cowen Group names former Merrill Lynch exec Michael Costa head of mergers and ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Cowen Group Inc. on Monday named a former Merrill Lynch executive as its new head of mergers and acquisitions. Michael R. Costa, a one-time managing director at Merrill Lynch, was also given the title ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-12T21:27:16Z)

Blackstone to manage BofA's Asia property fund: sources

NEW YORK/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Blackstone Group will manage a $2-billion-plus Asian real estate fund of Bank of America-Merrill Lynch, in a deal that will close in the third quarter, sources familiar with the situation ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-07-12T15:36:30Z)

2010 NBA Off-Season: Bucks, Suns, Nets, and Clippers, Cashing In Quietly?

With the 2010 NBA off-season approaching a month in, their has been much information that has been hard to fully grasp thus far. Whether it was through the draft, and the gems that teams have picked up. Or the whopping ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-12T14:17:46Z)

Raiders sign former Auburn star Walter McFadden, still waiting to ink Tide's Rolando ...

ALAMEDA, Calif. -- The Oakland Raiders have signed rookie cornerback Walter McFadden to a contract. The team announced the deal with its fifth-round pick on Monday. McFadden is the third of Oakland's nine draft picks to ... (Source: Everything Alabama Blog 2010-07-12T22:03:03Z)

Aon to acquire Hewitt for $4.9 billion in cash and stock, strengthening role in HR ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Insurance conglomerate Aon Corp. said Monday it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T17:02:24Z)

Age rankings for every NFL team

Rookie free agents and other young prospects drag down age stats for NFL teams this time of year. The relative averages are more relevant than the averages themselves. The chart shows where NFL teams ranked in average ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-12T20:15:41Z)

Update: Alimentation Couche-Tard Extends Offer for Casey's General

LAVAL, Quebec -- The previously announced tender offer by an Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. subsidiary to acquire all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Casey's General Stores Inc. was extended this morning, and ... (Source: CSNews Online 2010-07-12T17:59:40Z)

Couche-Tard extends offer deadline for Casey's

(AP) CHICAGO - Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard said Monday that it was extending its tender offer deadline by nearly a month as it continues to mount a $1.9 billion takeover of Casey's General Stores Inc. The ... (Source: KSTP 2010-07-12T19:39:53Z)

Blackstone Said to Manage BofA Fund

The Blackstone Group is taking over the management of the more than $2 billion Bank of America - Merrill Lynch Asian real estate fund, in a deal that will close in the third quarter, according to press reports. Merrill ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-12T22:38:50Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 12, 2010, 6:13 pm

Source: Magic agree to deal with Richardson

ORLANDO — A person familiar with the negotiations says the Orlando Magic have agreed to a deal with free agent Quentin Richardson. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal had ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-12T23:07:28Z)

Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

DETROIT (AP) — Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two ... (Source: Mining Journal 2010-07-12T12:44:42Z)

Passport fees rising

Auglaize County Clerk of Courts Sue Ellen Kohler recently received a bulletin from the U.S. State Department that effective today passport book application fees for first-time applicants and minors will be increasing by ... (Source: Wapakoneta Daily News 2010-07-12T21:34:25Z)

Big Colorado throwing error keys Padres' comeback

DENVER (AP) — Colorado reliever Matt Belisle was pitching well enough. His defense cost him, though. Belisle's bases-loaded throwing error led to two unearned runs in the eighth inning for the Padres, Everth Cabrera ... (Source: Daily Record 2010-07-12T23:43:16Z)

Aon to acquire Hewitt for $4.9 billion in cash and stock, strengthening role in HR ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Insurance conglomerate Aon Corp. said Monday it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T17:02:24Z)

Magic agree to deal with free agent Q. Richardson

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Magic agreed to a deal with free agent Quentin Richardson on Monday, a person familiar with the negotiations told the Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal has ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-13T00:04:44Z)

Consultant Hewitt Associates is bought by Aon for $4.9 billion

CHICAGO (AP) — Insurance conglomerate Aon said Monday it has agreed to buy human resources specialist Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion in a cash-and-stock deal that would nearly triple the size of its consulting ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-12T19:47:03Z)

David Ortiz, Miguel Cabrera, Matt Holliday Bring Experience to Home Run Derby

From Mark McGwire 's moon shots onto the Mass Pike in 1999 to Bobby Abreu 's shocking power outburst in 2005 and Josh Hamilton 's Herculean 28 home runs in the first round at Yankee Stadium in 2008, the Home Run Derby ... (Source: NESN.com 2010-07-12T16:19:27Z)

Ben Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

Ben Wallace says he'll sign a two-year contract soon with the Detroit Pistons. Wallace told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two-year deal about a week ago because he wants to ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-11T20:24:01Z)

Rangers swept by last-place Orioles

ARLINGTON — Baltimore Orioles rookie Jake Arrieta grew up going to games at Rangers Ballpark. This time, he was on the mound helping the majors' worst team get a win. Arrieta pitched into the seventh inning, Corey ... (Source: Austin American-Statesman 2010-07-12T04:16:28Z)

Arrieta, Patterson lead Orioles to sweep of Rangers

Corey Patterson had another big hit against Texas, rookie Jake Arrieta pitched into the seventh and the Orioles won, 4-1, Sunday to complete a four-game series sweep of the American League West-leading Rangers. The ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-07-12T00:41:43Z)

ESPN's Chris Berman selected to receive Pro Football Hall of Fame's Rozelle award

CANTON, OHIO — ESPN studio host Chris Berman has been selected to receive the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award. The award, announced Monday, is given annually for "longtime exceptional ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-12T19:39:53Z)

Home Run Derby 2010 Results

The 2010 Home Run Derby, featuring the Brewers' Corey Hart, the Marlins' Hanley Ramirez, the Red Sox' David Ortiz, the Blue Jays' Vernon Wells, the Yankees' Nick Swisher, the Diamondbacks' Chris Young, the Tigers' Miguel ... (Source: FanHouse 2010-07-12T23:43:16Z)

Orioles complete 4-game sweep of Rangers

ARLINGTON — Baltimore Orioles rookie Jake Arrieta grew up going to games at Rangers Ballpark. This time, he was on the mound helping the majors' worst team get a win. Arrieta pitched into the seventh inning, Corey ... (Source: MySanAntonio 2010-07-12T00:56:02Z)

Colorado throwing error keys Padres' comeback

DENVER -- Matt Belisle's bases-loaded throwing error led to two unearned runs in the eighth inning for the Padres, Everth Cabrera hit his first homer of the season in the ninth and San Diego beat the Colorado Rockies 9-7 ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-11T23:01:30Z)

Nets reach agreement with backup C Johan Petro

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New Jersey Nets have reached a contract agreement with center Johan Petro. The Nets did not announce the terms of the deal Saturday, but an NBA official with knowledge of the agreement ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-09T23:53:59Z)

Travel Briefs July 9: Passport fees; Pa. gets table games; Grand Teton land for sale

WASHINGTON - Passport fees are increasing as of July 13. The fee for first-time adult passport applications is increasing $35, from $100 to $135, according to the U.S. Department of State. For minors under age 16, fees ... (Source: Carroll County Online 2010-07-09T12:41:06Z)

Building A Leviathan: Aon Grabs Hewitt For $4.9 Billion

Risk and insurance company Aon Corporation ( AOC - news - people ) (AON) on Monday announced it would buy human resources giant Hewitt Associates ( HEW - news - people ) for $4.9 billion in a cash/stock deal. Aon will ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-12T15:15:02Z)

General Growth makes deal with Jones Lang LaSalle

NEW YORK — Shopping mall owner General Growth Properties Inc., which is trying to emerge from bankruptcy protection, agreed to turn over management responsibility for 18 malls in 11 states to Jones Lang LaSalle ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-12T14:32:05Z)

TheSpec.com - NFL_Football_Wire - Madden chokes up at Coryell service, says something ...

SAN DIEGO - An emotional John Madden says there's something missing because the late Don Coryell isn't in the Pro Football Hall of Fame while some of his notable players and former assistants are. Madden, choking up ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-12T23:50:25Z)

Orlando Magic agree to deal with Quentin Richardson

In a move that likely signals the end of Matt Barnes' tenure in Orlando, the Magic have agreed in principle to a multi-year contract with free-agent wing Quentin Richardson . The 6-foot-6 Richardson is expected to ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T21:27:16Z)

Wallace says he'll re-sign with Pistons

DETROIT - Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told the Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams but agreed to a two-year deal ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-12T01:10:21Z)

Passport fees going up tomorrow

WASHINGTON (AP) — Passport fees are increasing as of July 13. The fee for first-time adult passport applications is increasing $35, from $100 to $135, according to the U.S. Department of State. For minors under age 16 ... (Source: Greensboro News & Record 2010-07-12T22:46:00Z)

Home Run Derby 2010 Betting Odds: Miguel Cabrera Favored

Miguel Cabrera is having one of his best seasons this year since coming into Major League Baseball. The Tigers slugger is first in two of the three triple crown categories in the American League, and is only two home ... (Source: Casino Gambling Web 2010-07-12T21:12:57Z)

Ben Wallace OK's deal with Pistons

DETROIT — Ben Wallace left the Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former defensive player of the year said Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but he agreed to a two-year deal to stay with the Pistons ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-12T18:13:59Z)

Texas Teachers Invest $500M in Shopping Malls

Shopping mall owner General Growth Properties Inc., which is trying to emerge from bankruptcy protection, on Monday said it is getting a $500 million infusion from a Texas teachers' pension fund. The Chicago developer ... (Source: NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 2010-07-12T21:12:57Z)

TheSpec.com - NBA_Basketball_Wire - Nets president and GM Rod Thorn working hard in ...

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Rod Thorn isn't cleaning out his office in his final week as the New Jersey Nets president and general manager. The 69-year-old executive was hard at work Monday. He wants to find a new GM and ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-12T22:17:22Z)

AP: Padres rally to halt Rockies' six-game winning streak

DENVER (AP) -- Colorado reliever Matt Belisle was pitching well enough. His defense cost him, though. Belisle's bases-loaded throwing error led to two unearned runs in the eighth inning for the Padres, Everth Cabrera hit ... (Source: Garden City Telegram 2010-07-12T20:08:31Z)

Chris Berman gets NFL Hall of Fame honor

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has named ESPN's Chris Berman the 2010 recipient of the Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award, it was announced today. The annual award recognizes "long-time exceptional contributions to ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-12T19:39:53Z)

Towson, Laurel Commons sold

Jones Lang LaSalle Inc., the second-largest publicly traded commercial property broker, said Monday it is acquiring a unit of bankrupt General Growth Properties Inc. to manage and lease 18 shopping centers. The portfolio ... (Source: Maryland Daily Record 2010-07-12T23:43:16Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 12, 2010, 7:18 am

Cuban Church announces release of 5 more prisoners

(AP) — HAVANA - Officials from the Cuban Roman Catholic Church on Saturday revealed the names of five more political prisoners who will be released into exile in the coming days under a landmark agreement with ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-07-10T19:42:15Z)

Indy to help pay arena operating costs in deal to keep Pacers

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis officials and the Indiana Pacers have reached a deal under which the team will stay in Conseco Fieldhouse the next three seasons while the city pays $10 million a year for running the arena ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-12T13:49:08Z)

Neuberger Berman Real Estate Securities Income Fund Announces Monthly Distribution

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Neuberger Berman Real Estate Securities Income Fund Inc. (NYSE Amex: NRO) has announced a distribution declaration of $0.02 per share of common stock. The distribution announced today is ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-07-12T12:44:42Z)

Tennessee GOP gubernatorial rivals are confident before early voting starts

Ron Ramsey and Zach Wamp acknowledged Saturday that Bill Haslam is the front-runner going into the week before early voting for Tennessee's Republican gubernatorial nomination, but both expressed confidence that they can ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-07-12T08:34:10Z)

Neuberger Berman Real Estate Securities Income Fund Inc. Commences Tender Offer

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Neuberger Berman Real Estate Securities Income Fund Inc. (NYSE Amex: NRO) (the "Fund") announced today the commencement of its previously announced tender offer. The Fund will purchase up ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-07-09T20:55:02Z)

Hugh Hefner offers to take Playboy private

Playboy Enterprises Inc. said Monday that its iconic founder is offering to buy the remaining shares of the media empire, taking the company private, in a deal that values the company at $185 million. Hugh Hefner, 84 ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-12T13:27:39Z)

Australia 2022 bid ethics to be cleared by FIFA

JOHANNESBURG—Leaders of Australia's 2022 World Cup bid expect FIFA to clear them of allegations they offered illegal gifts and inducements in their campaign. Football Federation Australia chairman Frank Lowy told The ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-11T15:23:22Z)

Ben Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

DETROIT—Ben Wallace says he'll sign a two-year contract soon with the Detroit Pistons. Wallace told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two-year deal about a week ago because he ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-12T03:47:50Z)

Cuba's Roman Catholic Church Announces Release of 12 More Prisoners

Cuba's Roman Catholic Church says 12 more political prisoners will be released in a deal it made with the government, bringing to 17 the number expected to soon leave Cuba for Spain. The Catholic Church said Wednesday it ... (Source: Voice of America 2010-07-10T23:09:51Z)

City, Pacers deal keeps team in Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis officials and the Indiana Pacers have reached a deal under which the team will stay in Conseco Fieldhouse the next three seasons while the city pays $10 million a year for running the arena ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-12T13:56:17Z)

Officials expect early voting will be heavy

NASHVILLE -- State election officials say as many as half of Tennessee's Aug. 5 primary voters will cast their ballots during the two-week period of early voting, which starts Friday. "I think early voting will be heavy ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-12T11:18:48Z)

Bull Market: Why Chicago Will Contend in the NBA East for Years To Come

As the dust has slowly but surely begun to settle in the aftermath of "The Decision" in all places except Cleveland, it seems as though the sports world is finally moving on. And if it isn't, well, at least the Chicago ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-12T13:41:58Z)

Wallace set to sign 2-year deal with Pistons

DETROIT (AP) — Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two ... (Source: Mining Journal 2010-07-12T12:44:42Z)

Haslam, Wamp to offer rides to polls

Two gubernatorial campaigns are offering rides to the polls beginning with early voting on Friday. Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and U.S. Rep. Zach Wamp of Chattanooga are seeking the Republican nomination in the Aug. 5 ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-07-12T02:50:34Z)

Hefner offers to buy back Playboy

CHICAGO — Playboy Enterprises says its iconic founder is offering to buy the remaining shares of his media empire in a deal that would take the company private. Hugh Hefner founded Playboy magazine in 1953 and turned ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-12T13:13:20Z)

Wallace says he'll re-sign with Pistons

DETROIT - Ben Wallace left the Detroit Pistons once. He doesn't plan to do it again. The former Defensive Player of the Year told the Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams but agreed to a two-year deal ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-12T01:10:21Z)

FIFA attendance of 3.18 million is third-highest

JOHANNESBURG -- The overall attendance at the World Cup was the third highest in history, behind the 1994 tournament in the United States and the last World Cup in Germany. FIFA, world football's ruling body, said in a ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-07-12T12:59:01Z)

Blackstone To Manage BoA Asia Property Fund

NEW YORK/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Blackstone Group (BX.N) will manage a $2-billion-plus Asian real estate fund of Bank of America-Merrill Lynch, in a deal that will close in the third quarter, sources familiar with the ... (Source: Private Equity Hub 2010-07-12T10:50:10Z)

Blackstone to manage BofA's Asia property fund: sources

NEW YORK/SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Blackstone Group will manage a $2-billion-plus Asian real estate fund of Bank of America-Merrill Lynch, in a deal that will close in the third quarter, sources familiar with the situation ... (Source: CNBC 2010-07-12T11:25:58Z)

Hef Wants to Buy Out Playboy

Playboy Enterprises Inc. said Monday that its iconic founder is offering to buy the remaining shares of the media empire, taking the company private, in a deal that values the company at $185 million. Hugh Hefner, 84 ... (Source: NBC Chicago 2010-07-12T13:41:58Z)

Blackstone Said to Manage BofA Property Fund

The Blackstone Group is taking over the management of a $2-billion-plus Bank of America - Merrill Lynch Asian real estate fund, in a deal that will close in the third quarter, according to press reports. Merrill, which ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-12T10:50:10Z)

Facebook to offer panic button for UK teens

British teenagers will soon have the option to report abuse on Facebook using a panic button, similar to the one found on rival social networking site Bebo. Facebook was initially hesitant to add the panic button to ... (Source: Pocket-lint.com 2010-07-12T10:50:10Z)

Carlos Boozer, Chicago Bulls agree to deal

CHICAGO - Carlos Boozer is headed to the Chicago Bulls. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press that the two-time All-Star forward agreed to a deal on Wednesday and is leaving the Utah Jazz ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-08T04:14:03Z)

Mandela Family: FIFA Putting Him Under 'Extreme Pressure' To Attend World Cup Final

FROM AP: Brazil: Air France jet lands after bomb threat... 5 minutes 46 seconds ago FROM AP: Webber wins British GP after clash with Vettel... 7 minutes 43 seconds ago FROM AP: Amber Riley to bring some 'Glee' to All ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-07-11T14:47:35Z)

Church announces release of 5 more Cuban prisoners

HAVANA - Officials from the Cuban Roman Catholic Church today revealed the names of five more political prisoners who will be released into exile in the coming days under a landmark agreement with President Raul Castro's ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2010-07-10T20:25:12Z)

NBA Free Agency 2010: Is J.J. Redick Worth The Cost For Chicago Bulls?

The Chicago Bulls and Orlando Magic are in a bidding war for restricted free agent J.J. Redick. Recently-signed swingman Kyle Korver and Redick could answer the Bulls' perimeter-shooting woes. The problem is that the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-12T08:12:41Z)

Neuberger Berman Real Estate Securities Income Fund Announces Preliminary Results of ...

Neuberger Berman Real Estate Securities Income Fund Inc. (NYSE Amex: NRO) (the "Fund") announced the preliminary results of its tender offer. The tender offer, which expired at 5:00 p.m., New York time on Friday July ... (Source: Financial Post 2010-07-12T12:44:42Z)

Under pressure, Facebook finally agrees to install 'panic button'

Facebook has revealed it will install an app on the social network that allows web users to access the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) reporting centre as well as advice on staying safe online ... (Source: MacWorld UK 2010-07-12T13:20:30Z)

Facebook's panic button to report child abuse

London, July 12 : Popular social networking website Facebook will add a "panic button" application which will report child abuse to Britain's Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP). Once installed, the ... (Source: New Kerala 2010-07-12T13:20:30Z)

City officials, Pacers reach $33.5 million deal to keep team in Indianapolis at least ...

INDIANAPOLIS — The mayor's office says Indianapolis officials and the Indiana Pacers have agreed a deal under which the team will stay at Conseco Fieldhouse the next three seasons while the city pays $10 million a year ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-12T13:49:08Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 12, 2010, 6:15 am

Film Review: 'Despicable Me' With Steve Carell Falls Short of World Domination

CHICAGO – "Despicable Me" is a mildly entertaining diversion on a summer afternoon. It's a film that's as equally difficult to hate as it is to love — kind of like its morally complex lead Gru (Steve Carell ... (Source: HollywoodChicago.com 2010-07-09T18:31:52Z)

Fidel Castro to appear on Cuban television and radio

HAVANA (Reuters) - Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, who has lived in seclusion since falling ill four years ago, will appear on Cuban television and radio on Monday evening to discuss his theory that the world is on the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-12T10:00:04Z)

Japan ruling party handed big defeat over tax plan

(AP) — TOKYO - Voters handed a stinging defeat to Japan's ruling party in weekend elections, rejecting a proposal to increase taxes and handicapping a fledgling government struggling to keep the world's second-largest ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-07-12T08:34:10Z)

Fidel Castro to appear on Cuban TV program

HAVANA -- Fidel Castro is back. The aging revolutionary leader will appear Monday Cuba's key public affairs television program, according to a front-page headline in the Communist-party newsletter Granma . It may be the ... (Source: KABC 2010-07-12T12:51:52Z)

Steve Carell talks about his new animated movie 'Despicable Me'

Steve Carell of "The Office" will be ending his run on the show next Spring and one of the reasons he's leaving is to do other projects. That is, projects like the one hitting theaters this weekend. The animated comedy ... (Source: WBIR 2010-07-09T12:26:47Z)

World Cup win sees Spain become world force

JOHANNESBURG (AP) -Spain traveled home from South Africa on Monday with the World Cup trophy among its luggage, and a new confidence that could finally make it a permanent force in international football. Andres Iniesta ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-12T12:23:14Z)

Spain World Cup team heads home for hero's welcome

MADRID -- Spain's World Cup champions flew home from South Africa on Monday for a massive celebration, including meetings with the Spanish king and prime minister and an open air bus ride through the city's historic ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-12T12:01:45Z)

Cup fans killed in Uganda bombings

KAMPALA, Uganda - In simultaneous bombings bearing the hallmarks of international terrorists, two explosions ripped through crowds watching the World Cup final in two places in Uganda's capital late Sunday, killing 64 ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-12T12:59:01Z)

Google gets China deal

China says the company has pledged not to provide "lawbreaking content." The California-based giant said Friday it had received approval to operate in the world's most populous country, after it agreed to stop ... (Source: KABC 2010-07-12T03:04:53Z)

Sneijder Beats Calf Problem

Holland will be at full strength for the World Cup final on Sunday after star player Wesley Sneijder shrugged off a calf problem. The Inter Milan midfielder, who is in the running for the golden boot with five goals to ... (Source: soccer365.com 2010-07-09T23:53:59Z)

The Open 2010: Justin Rose to partner Tiger Woods at St Andrews

Justin Rose has been in a fine run of form leading up to The Open, where he will tee-off with Tiger Woods. Photograph: Andrew Redington/Getty Images Justin Rose, winner of two of his past three tournaments in America ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-12T12:37:33Z)

American dies in Uganda bombings

KAMPALA, Uganda -- One American was killed when explosions tore through crowds watching the World Cup final Sunday at a rugby club and an Ethiopian restaurant in Kampala, Uganda, killing at least 64 people. Invisible ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-12T11:11:39Z)

3 people injured in fast running of the bulls at Spain's San Fermin festival

PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — A fast-paced running of the bulls at Spain's San Fermin festival left three thrill-seeking runners injured Monday, though none by goring, officials said. The most dramatic moment came when one ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-07-12T08:34:10Z)

Japan's ruling party suffers defeat

TOKYO — Japanese voters handed a stinging electoral defeat to the ruling party Sunday, exit polls showed, rejecting a proposal to increase taxes and handicapping a fledgling government struggling to keep the world's ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-12T08:34:10Z)

Giovanni van Bronckhorst's last game will be World Cup final

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — A veteran of hundreds of matches, Giovanni van Bronckhorst wants to live the boyhood dream of tens of millions of kids. The captain would lift the World Cup if the Netherlands beats Spain on Sunday ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-11T09:54:05Z)

Slideshow: 24-Image Gallery For 'Despicable Me' Starring Steve Carell

CHICAGO – This 24-image slideshow contains a selection of the official press images for the highly anticipated "Despicable Me," featuring voice work by Steve Carell, Jason Segel, Russell Brand, Kristen Wiig, Will ... (Source: HollywoodChicago.com 2010-07-07T22:51:56Z)

Spain ETF: The World Cup and a Bull Run

The International Monetary Fund says Spain's economy isn't too shabby. Economists caution that the European debt crisis could prolong the rut in the country's economy, and by extension, Spain's related exchange ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2010-07-12T09:45:45Z)

Instructor found possible Toyota flaw, felt fallout

CARBONDALE, Ill. It's the kind of publicity any university might dream about: An instructor uncovers a possible flaw that's causing some of the world's most popular cars to accelerate suddenly. His ground-breaking work ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-07-11T02:08:48Z)

Spain Captain Iker Casillas Celebrates With A TV Kiss

Iker Casillas crowned a spectacular run as Spain captain when he hoisted the nation's first World Cup and celebrated by planting a kiss on his TV presenter girlfriend in front of millions of viewers back home. After a ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-07-12T12:59:01Z)

JUSTIN ROSE DRAWN WITH TIGER WOODS

Justin Rose, winner of two of his last three tournaments in America, will partner world number one Tiger Woods in the first two rounds of the Open Championship at St Andrews. Rose, now back up to 16th in the world ... (Source: Sporting Life 2010-07-12T11:54:36Z)

Japan's Ruling Party Faces Uphill Battle After Election Defeat

The ruling Democratic Party of Japan is assessing the damage from its defeat in the Upper House elections. The loss came less than two months after Naoto Kan was appointed prime minister. Prime Minister Naoto Kan has ... (Source: Voice of America 2010-07-12T11:11:39Z)

Messages show Toyota tried to cast doubt on college instructor who investigated ...

CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — It's the kind of publicity any university might dream about: An instructor uncovers a possible flaw that's causing some of the world's most popular cars to accelerate suddenly. His ground ... (Source: Allentown Morning Call 2010-07-11T09:54:05Z)

Report: Fidel Castro set to warn of nuclear war

Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, who has lived in seclusion since falling ill four years ago, will appear on Cuban television and radio Monday evening to discuss his theory that the world is on the verge of nuclear war ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-12T11:47:26Z)

Living the dream

A veteran of hundreds of matches, Giovanni van Bronckhorst wants to live the boyhood dream of tens of millions of kids. The captain would lift the World Cup if the Netherlands beats Spain on Sunday. "As a kid, you follow ... (Source: The Daily Star 2010-07-11T17:17:54Z)

China says it renewed Google's license, says company vowed not provide 'lawbreaking ...

BEIJING — China has confirmed that it renewed Google's license to operate after a monthslong standoff over Internet censorship, saying the company has pledged not to provide "lawbreaking content." The California-based ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-12T12:51:52Z)

Tiger Woods and Justin Rose, England's hottest player, paired for first 2 rounds at ...

ST. ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) — Tiger Woods will be playing the first two rounds of the British Open with Justin Rose of England, one of the hottest players in the world with two victories in his last three starts. It ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-12T11:40:17Z)

China grants Google operating license

BEIJING, Jul 12, 2010 (UPI via COMTEX) -- China has renewed the license for the firm operating U.S. Internet search engine Google's Web site in the country, a government official said Sunday. The unidentified official ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-07-12T12:16:04Z)

Bombers Kill More Than 60 in Attacks in Uganda Capital

A man attended to an injured woman after a bomb went off in a restaurant in Kampala's Kabalagala district on Sunday. President Yoweri Museveni visited the bomb sites Monday morning and condemned the attacks, calling ... (Source: New York Times 2010-07-12T12:23:14Z)

Instructor, school pressured after questioning Toyota electronics

CARBONDALE, Ill. — It's publicity any university might dream about: An instructor uncovers a possible flaw that's causing some of the world's most popular cars to accelerate suddenly. His work then attracts interest ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-07-11T04:53:27Z)

Spain's running of the bulls kicks off in Pamplona's San Fermin festival, no gorings

PAMPLONA, Spain - Thousands of daredevils dashed through the narrow streets of Pamplona on Wednesday for a goring-free first bull run of this year's San Fermin fiesta that unofficially ushers in Spain's summer party ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-07T08:25:47Z)

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