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Deals of the Hour / July 28, 2010, 11:40 pm

Biz Break: Leaf vs. Chevy Volt: Nissan, GM in electric-car battle

Today: GM and Nissan reveal more sales and price details for the electric Leaf and Volt. Solar upstart Solyndra replaces its CEO. Apple unveils new Macs and other products. Leaf vs. Volt General Motors today ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-27T20:12:12Z)

Sikich Technology Team Moves Into New Location

ST. LOUIS, July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- The recent interest in "circle-tinted" contact lenses being sold on the Internet to obtain an anime-style look popularized by Lady Gaga in her "Bad Romance" music video is of concern to ... (Source: Newsblaze.com 2010-07-28T19:49:33Z)

United States Food and Drug Administration recall of infusion pumps a serious health issue for many

The US Food and Drug Administration has ordered a recall of Colleague Volumetric Infusion Pumps being used in the United States. This follows the slow response of the manufacturer to correct flaws in the pumps. If anyone ... (Source: Examiner 2010-07-22T00:37:01Z)

Dulles Flight Makes Emergency Landing in W. Va.

A United Airlines flight out of Washington Dulles International Airport was forced to make an emergency landing in West Virginia Tuesday due to smoke in the cabin. The Boeing 757 landed at Charleston's Yeager Airport ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-28T01:12:51Z)

Ansel Adams find in doubt

Beverly Hills, Calif . -- It's an antique collector's dream: buying an old box at a garage sale and discovering it contains famous lost works worth a fortune. That's what Rick Norsigian said happened to him ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-29T05:00:44Z)

Terrell Owens, Bengals agree to deal

CINCINNATI - Receiver Terrell Owens agreed to a contract with the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday and will report to training camp in a couple of days, The Associated Press reported. The Bengals were his first ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2010-07-28T11:42:47Z)

Canaccord Genuity Downgrades Range Resources (RRC) to Hold; Accelerating Growth in ...

Canaccord Genuity downgrades Range Resources (NYSE: RRC ) from Buy to Hold. PT $41. Canaccord analyst says, "Range has a great asset base – a large Appalachian footprint that can support multi-year growth. The company ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-07-28T16:29:07Z)

Chinese miner says VP detained after toxic spill

A major Chinese mining company said Thursday that one of its vice presidents has been detained by police in connection with a spill of copper mine waste that poisoned a river near the country's southeast coast. Zijin ... (Source: Salon 2010-07-29T04:32:06Z)

Asian shares down on new signs US economy slowing

Most Asian markets retreated Thursday after fresh evidence of slower U.S. growth blunted appetite for riskier assets like stocks. The latest sign of sluggishness in the world's No. 1 economy came from the Federal Reserve ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-29T05:36:31Z)

After Yesterday's Decline of 6.99%, Range Resources Offers Investors Better Value ...

Range Resources ( NYSE:RRC ) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $36.13 to a high of $39.15. Yesterday, the shares fell 6.99%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $38.38 on volume of 16 ... (Source: Comtex Smartrend 2010-07-28T05:44:52Z)

United Flight Makes Emergency Landing Due To Smoke

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) -- A United Airlines jet headed to California made an emergency landing in West Virginia after pilots reported smoke in the aircraft. The Boeing 757 landed at Charleston's Yeager Airport about 9 a ... (Source: WUSA 2010-07-27T17:49:02Z)

First-round pick Dez Bryant agrees on terms of deal with Dallas Cowboys

IRVING, Texas (AP) — Dez Bryant has agreed on terms of a contract with the Dallas Cowboys , making the receiver the first of this year's NFL first-round picks with a deal. The Cowboys announced the deal in a ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-22T23:02:46Z)

Dallas Cowboys ink first 1st-rounder

D ez Bryant agreed to terms of a contract with the Dallas Cowboys yesterday, making the receiver the first of this year's NFL first-round draft picks with a deal. The Cowboys announced the deal in a news release the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-23T11:48:43Z)

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month Nissan to match GM deal, warranty in battery-driven Leaf Robert Snell / The Detroit News General Motors Co. likely convinced some shoppers to buy the Chevrolet Volt by ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

United Airlines flight makes emergency landing at Yeager Airport

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- A United Airlines flight from Washington's Dulles International Airport to San Diego, Calif., was diverted to Charleston's Yeager Airport shortly after 9 a.m., when smoke appeared in the aircraft's ... (Source: Charleston Gazette 2010-07-27T19:22:06Z)

GM's Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000

DETROIT - General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

Zijin Mining: Pollution Draws Beijing's Ire

Until recently, Zijin Mining Group, much like the Chinese economy, was on a roll. Sales have grown 68-fold in the past decade. Zijin became the mainland's largest publicly traded gold producer, a major ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-22T21:08:14Z)

First-rounder Bryant, Cowboys agree

The deal is for five years and $11.8 million, with $8.5 million guaranteed, a source said. The wide receiver received $2.5 million to sign and will earn a base salary of $320,000 this year. He also has bonuses ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-23T01:18:47Z)

Range Resources Goes on Sale

Following the release of its second-quarter financial results, Range Resources (NYSE: RRC ) shares got smacked down by Mr. Market. Maybe I've got shale goggles, but the company appears to be doing pretty great ... (Source: Motley Fool 2010-07-28T14:05:57Z)

Asian shares down after Wall Street loses ground

Asian stocks retreated in early trading Thursday after disappointing news about the U.S. economy sent Wall Street lower. Japan's Nikkei 225 stock average fell 0.7 percent to 9,690.02, following a 2.7 percent jump the ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-29T02:51:53Z)

Garage Sale Find: Ansel Adams Lost Work

A lawyer says a trove of old glass negatives bought in California for $45 has been authenticated as the work of iconic photographer Ansel Adams, worth at least $200 million. Attorney Arnold Peter says a team of experts ... (Source: KAKE TV 2010-07-28T16:43:26Z)

Manchester United routs MLS stars

HOUSTON – Manchester United turned the Major League Soccer All-Star game into its own showcase of talent. Federico Macheda had two early goals, Mexican star Javier Hernandez scored in his debut for the Red ... (Source: Cleveland Advocate 2010-07-29T05:43:41Z)

Manchester United toys with the best of the MLS

HOUSTON – Manchester United turned the Major League Soccer All-Star Game into its own showcase. Federico Macheda had two early goals and Mexican star Javier Hernandez scored in his debut for the Red Devils ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-07-29T05:00:44Z)

Chinese polluter tagged in deal for Congo's copper

(GIN) —A deal to sell a majority stake in copper and cobalt mines in Congo to a Chinese mining company could be illegal, according to Congo's state-run mining firm Gecamines. The Chinese firm, Zijin, is ... (Source: Frost Illustrated 2010-07-27T16:51:46Z)

WorldHeart Receives FDA Approval to Add Clinical Sites in Levacor(TM) VAD Bridge-to ...

SALT LAKE CITY, July 27, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Heart Corporation (WorldHeart) (Nasdaq:WHRT), a developer of mechanical circulatory systems, announced today that the United States Food and Drug Administration ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-27T16:23:08Z)

MLS All-Stars no match for Manchester United

Manchester United turned the Major League Soccer All-Star game into its own showcase of talent. Federico Macheda had two early goals, Mexican star Javier Hernandez scored in his debut for the Red Devils, and ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-07-29T04:32:06Z)

Ansel Adams' grandson doubts lost negatives claim

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It's an antique collector's dream: buying an old box at a garage sale and discovering it contains famous lost works worth a fortune. That's what Rick Norsigian said happened to him ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-07-29T01:11:40Z)

AP Source: Bengals reach contract deal with WR Terrell Owens, uniting him with Chad ...

The Cincinnati Bengals have agreed to a contract with receiver Terrell Owens, who is expected to report to training camp in a couple of days, a person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-27T22:35:22Z)

UPDATE: McDonald's Launches $750 Million Bond Deal

NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- McDonald's Corp. (MCD) was selling a $750 million bond in two parts Wednesday, its first debt sale in more than a year and a half. The fast-food giant priced $450 million in 10-year notes at 55 ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-07-28T20:53:58Z)

Bengals reach contract deal with WR Terrell Owens, uniting him with Chad Ochocinco

CINCINNATI (AP) — Receiver Terrell Owens agreed to a contract with the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday and will report to training camp in a couple of days, a person familiar with the situation told The ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-07-27T23:32:38Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 28, 2010, 10:40 pm

Canadian woman is next top UN internal watchdog

By JOHN HEILPRIN Associated Press Writer UNITED NATIONS (AP) - The United Nations turned to a Canadian woman on Wednesday who was chief auditor for the World Bank as its choice for the next head of the U.N.'s internal ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-28T22:48:30Z)

Ansel Adams find in doubt

Beverly Hills, Calif . -- It's an antique collector's dream: buying an old box at a garage sale and discovering it contains famous lost works worth a fortune. That's what Rick Norsigian said happened to him ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-29T05:00:44Z)

Serbian proposes new talks on outstanding issues in Kosovo

Serbia submitted a resolution to the United Nations Wednesday which, in an apparent concession to international pressure, called for new negotiations on Kosovo but did not insist on status talks. Belgrade wants the UN ... (Source: Raw Story 2010-07-28T17:12:04Z)

U.S. Trims Roster; 3 Cuts Remain Before Worlds

The United States men's basketball team reduced its roster on Wednesday, leaving 15 players vying for 12 spots to participate at the world championships in Turkey. The four players cut were guards O.J. Mayo and Tyreke ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-29T02:59:02Z)

Former World Bank auditor to lead U.N. internal watchdog unit

U.N.ITED NATIONS, Jul 28, 2010 (Xinhua via COMTEX) -- The U.N. General Assembly on Wednesday approved the appointment of former World Bank chief auditor Carman Lapointe-Young to head the U.N.'s internal ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-07-28T18:30:48Z)

GM to sell electric Chevy Volt for $41,000

DETROIT -- General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf, GM will ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-07-28T20:53:58Z)

The president visits New Jersey: A No. 5 to go and business talk

EDISON — Barack Obama entered the Tastee Sub Shop on Wednesday as the president of the United States. That didn't last long. "As soon as he said "hello,' he put you at ease," said Dave Thornton, co-owner of ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-07-29T02:01:46Z)

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month Nissan to match GM deal, warranty in battery-driven Leaf Robert Snell / The Detroit News General Motors Co. likely convinced some shoppers to buy the Chevrolet Volt by ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

Ansel Adams' grandson doubts lost negatives claim

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — It's an antique collector's dream: buying an old box at a garage sale and discovering it contains famous lost works worth a fortune. That's what Rick Norsigian said happened to him ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-07-29T01:11:40Z)

MLS All-Stars fall to Manchester United

HOUSTON — The best players in the MLS saw firsthand what it's like facing one of the best soccer clubs in the world. Manchester United scored early and often on its way to a 5-2 victory over the MLS All ... (Source: Daily News - Galveston County 2010-07-29T04:46:25Z)

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The United States is down to just two centers, and one of them better pick it up if he wants to make it to Turkey. USA Basketball trimmed its roster of candidates for the world championships Wednesday to 15, a guard ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-07-29T02:59:02Z)

Target CEO defends donations aiding anti-gay candidate for governor in Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday, July 27 defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its ... (Source: Dallas Voice 2010-07-28T19:06:36Z)

Manchester United routs MLS All Stars at Reliant

HOUSTON—Manchester United coach Sir Alex Ferguson thinks Major League Soccer has made dramatic progress in recent years. His team showed the best players in the MLS just how far the league still has to go. Federico ... (Source: KHOU 2010-07-29T05:22:12Z)

Manchester United Youngsters Impress in Win over MLS All-Stars

On Wednesday night at Reliant Stadium, Manchester United and the MLS All-Star team were treated to a crowd of 70,728. That crowd saw fireworks from the beginning. For a game that hoped to see the likes of Ryan Giggs ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-29T04:46:25Z)

Ledger Live: President Obama visits Edison, New Jersey sub shop

President Barack Obama visited the Tastee Sub Shop in Edison, New Jersey on July 28, 2010 to discuss the economy with small business owners. A few thousand Obama supporters and a handful of opponents gathered outside but ... (Source: The Star-Ledger - NJ.com 2010-07-29T00:28:43Z)

Theo Albrecht dies at 88; German billionaire was co-owner of Trader Joe's

Theo Albrecht, the secretive co-founder of Germany's worldwide discount supermarket chain Aldi, a co-owner of Trader Joe's in the United States and one of Europe's richest men, has died. He was 88. The retail ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-29T05:00:44Z)

U.N. Appoints New Director of Troubled Watchdog Group

UNITED NATIONS — Moving to fix the deeply troubled agency that investigates the United Nations , the General Assembly on Wednesday approved the appointment of a new director for the unit after years of ... (Source: New York Times 2010-07-29T00:14:24Z)

British Prime Minister in India Seeking Business, Trade Deals

British Prime Minister David Cameron chose the information technology hub of Bangalore to start a visit which he hopes "drives our economic growth upwards and our unemployment figures downwards." The British leader made ... (Source: Voice of America 2010-07-28T13:51:38Z)

UK Prime Minister, David Cameron Discovers Emerging Leaders with a World of ...

UK Prime Minister, David Cameron, today discussed contrasting leadership challenges between the UK and India with emerging talent at a Common Purpose leadership development course in Bangalore. The Prime ... (Source: PRWeb 2010-07-28T22:12:42Z)

Theo Albrecht, German co-founder of Aldi discount grocery chain, dies at 88

BERLIN — Theo Albrecht, the secretive co-founder of Germany's worldwide discount supermarket chain Aldi, a co-owner of Trader Joe's in the United States and one of Europe's richest men, has died at age 88. The retail ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-07-29T00:28:43Z)

Obama visit to New Jersey: a No. 5 sub to go, and some business talk

EDISON — Barack Obama entered the Tastee Sub Shop on Wednesday as the president of the United States. That didn't last long. "As soon as he said 'hello,' he put you at ease," said Dave Thornton, co-owner of ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-07-29T04:17:47Z)

Target testing new law on corporate donations

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its Minneapolis ... (Source: Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce 2010-07-28T06:56:27Z)

Serbia Submits Kosovo Resolution to UN General Assembly

Serbia has submitted to the U.N. General Assembly a draft resolution that seeks new dialogue on Kosovo, but does not call for the reopening of status talks on its former province. Instead, the Serbian Foreign Ministry ... (Source: Global Security 2010-07-28T22:27:01Z)

Top UN court says Kosovo's breakaway from Serbia was 'legal'

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague ruled Thursday that Kosovo's declaration of independence in February 2008 did not violate international law. The opinion from the United Nations' highest court is ... (Source: Ethiopian Review 2010-07-24T06:54:02Z)

Target backing gays, gay-marriage foe

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-07-28T07:39:24Z)

Garage Sale Find: Ansel Adams Lost Work

A lawyer says a trove of old glass negatives bought in California for $45 has been authenticated as the work of iconic photographer Ansel Adams, worth at least $200 million. Attorney Arnold Peter says a team of experts ... (Source: KAKE TV 2010-07-28T16:43:26Z)

GM's Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000

DETROIT - General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

O.J. Mayo among cuts from USA Basketball

USA Basketball trimmed its roster of candidates for the world championships to 15 on Wednesday, cutting Rookie of the Year Tyreke Evans, O.J. Mayo from Huntington and Gerald Wallace. Kevin Durant leads three ... (Source: Herald-Dispatch 2010-07-29T04:32:06Z)

Theo Albrecht, 88, dies; started Aldi food chain and expanded Trader Joe's

Theo Albrecht, 88, a reclusive German billionaire who made his fortune building a discount-food business empire in Europe before buying and expanding the Trader Joe's grocery chain in the United States, died ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-07-29T01:25:59Z)

Cameron on Pakistan

NEW DELHI, India (CNN) -- Britain's prime minister delivered a sober message Wednesday to Pakistan: Don't export terror. "We want to see a strong and a stable and a democratic Pakistan," David Cameron said in Bangalore ... (Source: WIBW 2010-07-28T21:08:17Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 28, 2010, 9:40 pm

Dominion profit jumps on hot weather and asset sale

Dominion (NYSE:D) on Wednesday reported earnings nearly quadrupled to $1.76 billion, or $2.98 a share, from $454 million, or 76 cents a share, in the year-ago period. The latest period ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-28T13:08:41Z)

GM to sell electric Chevy Volt for $41,000

DETROIT -- General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf, GM will ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-07-28T17:04:54Z)

BP aims for quick well kill; RIL, Essar eye asset sales

HOUSTON/MIAMI (Reuters) - BP Plc( BP.N )( BP.N ) may permanently shut the well that caused the worst off-shore oil spill in U.S. history as early as Monday, the company said as speculation grew over assets it might sell ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-07-28T21:01:08Z)

Stan James to Refund all Losing Bets if Manchester City Win the Premier League

LONDON , July 28, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading bookmaker Stan James will refund all losing stakes (as a free bet up to GBP250 ) placed between now and the start of the Premier League season on the outright ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-28T07:46:33Z)

Manchester United crushes MLS All-Stars 5-2

Manchester United, stinging after a 2-1 loss to Kansas City on Sunday, turned the Major League Soccer All-Star game into its own showcase of talent on Wednesday in Houston. Federico Macheda had two early goals ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-29T04:10:37Z)

Gold May Climb in Asia as Prices Near 3-Month Low Spur Demand

July 29 (Bloomberg) -- Gold may advance for a second day on speculation the metal's prices near a three-month low will help shore up demand. Gold for immediate delivery traded little changed at $1,165.15 an ounce at 8 ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-29T01:47:27Z)

Recap: MLS All-Stars vs. Manchester

The Major League Soccer All-Stars fell to English Premier League powerhouse Manchester United, 5-2, on Wednesday night in front of 70,728 fans at Reliant Stadium - the fourth-largest crowd to witness an all ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-29T03:20:31Z)

Boeing 2Q profit falls; expects defense layoffs

Boeing's second-quarter profit fell 21 percent, and it said layoffs are likely in its defense business because of expected government spending cuts and bargain-hunting. Profits and revenue fell in both Boeing's airplane ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-28T21:15:27Z)

Ritz hotel not for sale

A judge sentenced a con man to five years in jail Tuesday after he was convicted of trying to sell London's famed Ritz hotel for $390 million US (300 million euros). Anthony Lee, a 49-year-old unemployed truck driver ... (Source: The Province 2010-07-28T14:20:16Z)

Boeing expects business layoffs

MINNEAPOLIS -- Boeing's second-quarter profit fell 21 percent, and it said layoffs are likely in its defense business because of expected government spending cuts and bargain-hunting. Profits and revenue fell ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-29T04:03:28Z)

Video: Manchester United hand MLS All-Stars first regulation loss, 5-2

AP Photo Manchester United's Ryan Giggs, left, and Major League Soccer All-Stars' Shalrie Joseph (21), of the New England Revolution, fight for the ball in the first half Wednesday, July 28, 2010, in Houston. Federico ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-29T04:10:37Z)

America Mexico vs Manchester City Live Streaming Free

Wednesday will see an exhibition match at the Georgia Dome between Mexico's Club America and England's Manchester City in the Aaron's International Soccer Challenge. Manchester City's monthlong tour ... (Source: World-Track and Field Website 2010-07-29T02:16:05Z)

Boeing layoffs likely as profit drops

Boeing's second-quarter profit fell 21 percent, and it says layoffs are likely in its defense business because of expected government-spending cuts and bargain-hunting. The commercial-airplane downturn seems ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-29T02:01:46Z)

Gold climbs back on bargain hunting

Gold prices recovered in Asian trade Monday mainly on bargain hunting while euro's gains also helped the bullion. Gold for immediate delivery was seen trading at $ 1192.48 an ounce at 12.00 noon Singapore time ... (Source: IBTimes 2010-07-26T01:43:51Z)

Dominion profits triple to $1.76 billion

A warm summer fueled Dominion Resources Inc. 's profits in the second quarter as the Virginia utility reported earnings of $1.76 billion, or $2.98 per share, compared with $454 million, or 76 cents per share ... (Source: Washington Business Journal 2010-07-28T15:10:22Z)

Watch Club America Mexico vs Manchester City Live Streaming

Manchester City's monthlong tour, which began with an 11-day stay in Oregon at Nike headquarters (the club is sponsored by Umbro, a Nike subsidiary), still has two games to go. The club played the San Jose Earthquakes ... (Source: World-Track and Field Website 2010-07-28T23:09:58Z)

WRAPUP 2-BP aims for quick well kill; weighs asset sales

LONDON/HOUSTON, July 28 (Reuters) - BP Plc ( BP.L )( BP.N ) may permanently shut the well that caused the worst off-shore oil spill in U.S. history as early as Monday, the company said on Wednesday as speculation grew ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-07-28T16:57:45Z)

GM's Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000

DETROIT - General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

Stock Report on Utility Stocks (D, EXC, DUK)

Dominion Resources Inc (NYSE: D):Dominion Resources, one of the largest producers and transporters of energy in the United States, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30 2010. Net income for ... (Source: Transworld News 2010-07-28T15:53:19Z)

Ritz Hotel Hoax Lands Man In Jail

A 49 year old British man has been jailed for plotting a scheme to sell the London Ritz Hotel. Anthony Lee of North Yorkshire was jailed for having a man by the name of Terrence Collins to give him 1 milliion ... (Source: Overthelimit.info 2010-07-28T13:37:19Z)

MLS Game Summary - Manchester United at MLS All-Stars

Houston, TX (Sports Network) - The Major League Soccer All-Stars fell to English Premier League powerhouse Manchester United, 5-2, on Wednesday night in front of 70,728 fans at Reliant Stadium - the fourth ... (Source: WXIA 11 Alive 2010-07-29T03:27:40Z)

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month Nissan to match GM deal, warranty in battery-driven Leaf Robert Snell / The Detroit News General Motors Co. likely convinced some shoppers to buy the Chevrolet Volt by ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL SELLS LAND UNDER BORGATA IN $73 MILLION DEAL

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.-- MGM Resorts International has sold its land under Atlantic City's Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa to Vornado Realty Trust and Geyser Holdings for $73 million. The sale covers just over 11 acres and ... (Source: NBC40.NET 2010-07-28T02:53:04Z)

Gold May Climb in Asia as Prices Near Three-Month Low Spur Buyer Demand

Gold may advance for a second day on speculation the metal's prices near a three-month low will help shore up demand. Gold for immediate delivery traded little changed at $1,165.15 an ounce at 8:38 a.m. in ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-29T02:08:56Z)

MLS All-Stars vs. Manchester United

Goalkeepers: Donovan Ricketts (Los Angeles), Nick Rimando (Real Salt Lake). Defenders: Omar Gonzalez (Los Angeles), Chad Marshall (Columbus), Jamison Olave (Real Salt Lake), Kevin Alston (New England), Heath ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-07-28T01:48:39Z)

Jobless trucker gets 5 years for trying to sell the Ritz

LONDON — An unemployed truck driver has been sentenced to five years in jail for trying to sell the world-famous Ritz hotel for $390 million to a duped investor. Anthony Lee was convicted this month for ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-28T06:56:27Z)

MGM Resorts International Announces Sale Of Atlantic City Land Leased To Borgata To ...

LAS VEGAS , July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) announced today that it has recently reached an agreement to sell four long-term ground leases and their respective ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-07-27T21:52:25Z)

MGM leaving Borgata stake

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — MGM Resorts International has sold land under Atlantic City's Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa to Vornado Realty Trust and Geyser Holdings for $73 million. The sale covers just over 11 acres ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-28T06:56:27Z)

BP aims for quick well kill; weighs asset sales

By Kristen Hays and Pascal Fletcher HOUSTON/MIAMI (Reuters) - BP Plc may permanently shut the well that caused the worst off-shore oil spill in U.S. history as early as Monday, the company said as speculation grew over ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-28T23:24:17Z)

Manchester United routs MLS stars

Manchester United turned the Major League Soccer All-Star game into its own showcase of talent. Federico Macheda had two early goals, Mexican star Javier Hernandez scored in his debut for the Red Devils, and ... (Source: Vindy.com 2010-07-29T04:10:37Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 28, 2010, 8:40 pm

Biz Break: Leaf vs. Chevy Volt: Nissan, GM in electric-car battle

Today: GM and Nissan reveal more sales and price details for the electric Leaf and Volt. Solar upstart Solyndra replaces its CEO. Apple unveils new Macs and other products. Leaf vs. Volt General Motors today ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-27T20:12:12Z)

Gold Prices Up on Bargain Hunting

Gold for August delivery was up $2.20 to $1,160.20 an ounce at the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange. The gold price Wednesday has traded as high as $1,165 and as low as $1,155.60. The U.S ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-07-28T23:31:27Z)

Target CEO defends donations aiding anti-gay candidate for governor in Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday, July 27 defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its ... (Source: Dallas Voice 2010-07-28T19:06:36Z)

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL SELLS LAND UNDER BORGATA IN $73 MILLION DEAL

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.-- MGM Resorts International has sold its land under Atlantic City's Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa to Vornado Realty Trust and Geyser Holdings for $73 million. The sale covers just over 11 acres and ... (Source: NBC40.NET 2010-07-28T02:53:04Z)

Jobless trucker gets 5 years for trying to sell the Ritz

LONDON — An unemployed truck driver has been sentenced to five years in jail for trying to sell the world-famous Ritz hotel for $390 million to a duped investor. Anthony Lee was convicted this month for ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-28T06:56:27Z)

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month

GM sets Volt lease at $350 per month Nissan to match GM deal, warranty in battery-driven Leaf Robert Snell / The Detroit News General Motors Co. likely convinced some shoppers to buy the Chevrolet Volt by ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

GM's Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000

DETROIT - General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-07-28T21:51:14Z)

MGM leaving Borgata stake

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — MGM Resorts International has sold land under Atlantic City's Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa to Vornado Realty Trust and Geyser Holdings for $73 million. The sale covers just over 11 acres ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-28T06:56:27Z)

Ritz Hotel Hoax Lands Man In Jail

A 49 year old British man has been jailed for plotting a scheme to sell the London Ritz Hotel. Anthony Lee of North Yorkshire was jailed for having a man by the name of Terrence Collins to give him 1 milliion ... (Source: Overthelimit.info 2010-07-28T13:37:19Z)

Tour winner Contador to leave Astana

Tour de France winner Alberto Contador will leave Astana at the end of this season after he rejected the team's offer to extend his contract, the Spaniard's spokesman announced on Wednesday. Contador "wants to have time ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-28T20:18:11Z)

Alberto Contador to leave Astana at end of 2010

MADRID (AP) — Tour de France winner Alberto Contador will leave Astana at the end of this season after the Spanish cyclist rejected the team's offer to extend his contract. Contador said Wednesday he will ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-28T13:23:00Z)

Target testing new law on corporate donations

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its Minneapolis ... (Source: Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce 2010-07-28T06:56:27Z)

Ritz hotel not for sale

A judge sentenced a con man to five years in jail Tuesday after he was convicted of trying to sell London's famed Ritz hotel for $390 million US (300 million euros). Anthony Lee, a 49-year-old unemployed truck driver ... (Source: The Province 2010-07-28T14:20:16Z)

Manchester United coach impressed with MLS progress

HOUSTON - Manchester United coach Alex Ferguson is ready to give Major League Soccer its due. The Red Devils wrap up their American tour at Reliant Stadium today against a collection of All-Stars from MLS, a ... (Source: San Gabriel Valley Tribune 2010-07-28T05:37:42Z)

Manchester United-All-Stars Preview

Manchester United coach Alex Ferguson is ready to give Major League Soccer its due. The Red Devils wrap up their American tour at Reliant Stadium on Wednesday against a collection of All-Stars from the MLS, a ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-07-28T18:30:48Z)

Gold rebounds as bargain hunters support prices

SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Gold edged higher Wednesday as investors snapped up the metal after it settled at a three-month low Tuesday and as an unexpected decline in June durable-goods orders jump-started ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-28T17:33:32Z)

Manchester United coach sees improvement in MLS teams

HOUSTON -- Manchester United coach Alex Ferguson is ready to give Major League Soccer its due. The Red Devils wrap up their American tour at Reliant Stadium on Wednesday against a collection of All-Stars from the MLS, a ... (Source: KHOU 2010-07-28T22:41:20Z)

Theo Albrecht, Aldi co-founder, dies

BERLIN – Theo Albrecht, the secretive co-founder of Germany's worldwide discount supermarket chain Aldi, a co-owner of Trader Joe's in the United States and one of Europe's richest men, has died at age 88. The ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-07-28T21:22:36Z)

Theo Albrecht, German co-founder of Aldi discount grocery chain, dies at 88

BERLIN — Theo Albrecht, the secretive co-founder of Germany's worldwide discount supermarket chain Aldi, a co-owner of Trader Joe's in the United States and one of Europe's richest men, has died at age 88. The retail ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-07-29T00:28:43Z)

Contador to leave Astana team at end of 2010

(07-28) 04:56 PDT MADRID, Spain (AP) --Tour de France winner Alberto Contador will leave Astana at the end of this season after the Spanish cyclist rejected the team's offer to extend his contract. Contador ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-28T22:41:20Z)

Avis Budget Offers $1.33 Billion for Dollar Thrifty, Tops Hertz

July 29 (Bloomberg) -- Avis Budget Group Inc.'s $1.33 billion offer for Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc., which topped Hertz Global Holdings Inc.'s agreement to buy the rental- car company, may signal ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-28T23:31:27Z)

MGM Resorts International Announces Sale Of Atlantic City Land Leased To Borgata To ...

LAS VEGAS , July 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) announced today that it has recently reached an agreement to sell four long-term ground leases and their respective ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-07-27T21:52:25Z)

Gold gets lift from physical demand

Gold prices rebounded slightly Wednesday as bargain hunters stepped in to purchase the yellow metal after it hit a three-month low yesterday. Durable goods orders dropped 1% in June, upsetting expectations for 1% growth ... (Source: MSN Money 2010-07-28T19:13:45Z)

UPDATE 4-Sanofi to make formal Genzyme offer - sources

PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - France's Sanofi-Aventis plans to make a formal offer of up to $18.7 billion for Genzyme after its informal overture failed to strike interest, sources familiar with the situation said ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-07-29T00:00:05Z)

Sanofi Aventis Board Votes To Make a Formal Offer to Genzyme

French drug maker Sanofi Aventis intends to continue its project on Genzyme after the failure of its informal approach to U.S. biotech company Genzyme (NASDAQ stock symbol:GENZ), Reuters learned Wednesday from a source ... (Source: HULIQ.com 2010-07-29T03:13:21Z)

Target backing gays, gay-marriage foe

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-07-28T07:39:24Z)

Theo Albrecht, 88, dies; started Aldi food chain and expanded Trader Joe's

Theo Albrecht, 88, a reclusive German billionaire who made his fortune building a discount-food business empire in Europe before buying and expanding the Trader Joe's grocery chain in the United States, died ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-07-29T01:25:59Z)

Dollar Thrifty Receives Unsolicited Offer From Avis Budget Group

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) today confirmed that it received a letter dated July 28, 2010, from Avis Budget Group ("Avis Budget") outlining an unsolicited proposal to acquire all ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-07-29T00:57:21Z)

Sanofi said to be preparing Genzyme bid

S anofi-Aventis SA Chief Executive Chris Viehbacher has support from his board of directors to offer as much as $70 a share for Genzyme, or about $18.7 billion, three people with knowledge of the situation ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-28T22:34:11Z)

Avis makes $1.3 billion offer for Tulsa-based Dollar Thrifty

Avis Budget Group Inc. offered $1.33 billion for Tulsa-based Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc. late Wednesday afternoon, a bid that tops Hertz Global Holdings Inc.'s pending $1.2 billion deal. Parsippany ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-07-29T02:23:15Z)

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