Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 5, 2010, 11:39 pm

FCC stops closed-door Internet policy meetings as Google, Verizon strike side deal

Under criticism for its handing of closed-door discussions with certain companies on broadband policy, the Federal Communications Commission announced Thursday the meetings with Verizon, AT&T, Google and Skype were ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-08-05T22:03:13Z)

Wyclef Jean begins bid for Haiti presidency

PORT-AU-PRINCE — Wyclef Jean stepped down yesterday as leader of the embattled aid group he founded as he filed papers to run for the Haitian presidency. The singer released a statement that he was resigning ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-08-06T02:28:05Z)

Wyclef Jean registers as Haiti presidential contender

PORT-AU-PRINCE — Haitian hip-hop star Wyclef Jean registered as a presidential contender on Thursday, in a move into politics that generated an outburst of popular enthusiasm in his poor, earthquake-ravaged ... (Source: comcast.net 2010-08-06T03:53:59Z)

Ford: UAW deals bring work back

Each summer the Center for Automotive Research comes to northern Michigan with its Management Briefing Seminar held at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Acme. The Ann Arbor-based non-profit organization focuses on ... (Source: Traverse City Record-Eagle 2010-08-05T11:04:40Z)

GM's CEO expects to offer stock in 1 batch

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Eager to get out from under government control, GM expects to sell its stock in one swoop when it offers shares to the public sometime later this year, its chief executive officer said ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-06T02:49:33Z)

Ford says UAW deals bring work back to plants

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. -- Competitive contracts with the United Auto Workers union are helping Ford Motor Co. bring nearly 2,000 jobs back into its factories that would have gone to parts supply companies ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-08-04T16:56:36Z)

LinkedIn Makes Deal For Data Mining Company mSpoke

Social networking service LinkedIn announced Wednesday it is making its first acquisition -- a startup that specializes in seeking out valuable information from piles of digital data. Financial details of the ... (Source: Redorbit.com 2010-08-05T10:50:21Z)

FTC: Intel deal a win for consumers

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't ... (Source: Vacaville Reporter 2010-08-05T23:21:58Z)

W.Va. volunteer firefighters offered insurance coverage

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — While BrickStreet Insurance has announced that it will no longer carry broadform liability coverage for volunteer firefighters, another insurance agency is saying they will now offer that form of ... (Source: FireRescue1 2010-08-04T16:27:58Z)

Ford says deals bring back jobs

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Competitive contracts with the United Auto Workers union are helping Ford Motor Co. bring nearly 2,000 jobs back into its factories that would have gone to parts supply companies — some in ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-08-05T19:18:35Z)

WQS China Interpreters Expands Services to Offer Western Temporary Staffing in China

PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 05, 2010 – We have been protecting Western company's interests in China for over ten years. We have recently divided our services (Inspection, IT and Chinese Business/Travel Assistants) so ... (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2010-08-05T14:53:43Z)

Singer Wyclef Jean announces bid for Haiti's presidency, 'bodysurfs' into crowd of ...

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti - Singer Wyclef Jean officially announced his bid to be president of Haiti to a roaring crowd of supporters on Thursday, thrusting himself into a contentious race to lead an impoverished ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-06T06:17:08Z)

Google, Verizon deal could alter 'net neutrality'

WASHINGTON (AP) — Google Inc. and Verizon Communications Inc. are close to finalizing a proposal for so-called "network neutrality" rules, which would dictate how broadband providers treat Internet traffic ... (Source: Reporter 2010-08-06T05:27:02Z)

Workers' comp relief announced

CHARLESTON - The West Virginia State Firemen's Association has announced that the insurance company VFIS of West Virginia also will offer broadform liability coverage to its insured clients as those fire department ... (Source: Journal & Sunday Journal 2010-08-05T04:52:26Z)

GM chief Whitacre has high hopes for GM IPO

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Eager to get out from under government control, GM expects to sell its stock in one swoop when it offers shares to the public sometime later this year, its CEO said Thursday. Some ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-08-06T04:58:24Z)

FTC says computer buyers benefit from Intel deal

SAN FRANCISCO — The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-08-06T04:22:37Z)

TIMELINE-Deals between Western and China auto firms

July 22 (Reuters) - Chinese regulatory agencies are expected to approve soon Zhejiang Geely's purchase of Volvo Cars, the final hurdle in the $1.8 billion deal signed in March. Geely Chairman Li Shufu was ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-22T13:01:29Z)

Childress might expand to 4 Cup teams

LONG POND, Pa. -- Richard Childress Racing is looking at possible expansion to four teams in the Sprint Cup Series in 2011 and is in the process of finalizing a deal to run next year's Nationwide Series ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-01T16:24:22Z)

Allmendinger re-signs with RPM

Free-agent Sprint Cup Series driver AJ Allmendinger will stay put after signing a contract extension with Richard Petty Motorsports, Sporting News has learned. The contract, signed Tuesday, is a multiyear deal ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-04T13:50:29Z)

GM to end 2010 with 4,500 dealers, more than planned

Traverse City -- General Motors Co. will end the year with a dealer network of 4,500 -- about 400 more than the company envisioned in bankruptcy, the automaker said Thursday. GM said it has concluded the ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-06T04:58:24Z)

NHL: Mike Modano agrees to 1-year deal with Red Wings

DETROIT — Mike Modano wanted to prove there's still a spot for him in the NHL. The Detroit Red Wings are giving him a chance, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract Thursday. "I think it's going to be a ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-05T21:48:54Z)

WGAE, FCC Chief Warn About Google-Verizon Deal

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski on Thursday gave a warning on any deal between Google and Verizon that could impact his goal for net neutrality. As reported in TheWrap Wednesday , Google ... (Source: TheWrap 2010-08-05T17:45:31Z)

Mike Modano returns to his roots by agreeing to 1-year deal to center 3rd line for ...

DETROIT (AP) — Mike Modano wanted to prove there's still a spot for him in the NHL . The Detroit Red Wings are giving him a chance, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract Thursday. "I think it's going to ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-05T19:18:35Z)

Volunteer firefighters offered coverage

CHARLESTON, W.Va.--While BrickStreet Insurance has announced that it will no longer carry broadform liability coverage for volunteer firefighters, another insurance agency is saying they will now offer that form of ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-08-03T04:40:29Z)

Modano, Red Wings agree to 1-year deal

Ken Holland believes NHL greybeard Mike Modano (notes) has at least one good NHL season to offer. The longtime Detroit Red Wings general manager signed the former Dallas Stars centre to a one-year contract Thursday that ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-06T04:08:18Z)

Consumers to benefit from Intel, FTC deal

SAN FRANCISCO -- The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't expect ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-05T19:40:03Z)

I'm Just Sayin': The Dinger Made the Right Choice

1. It's hard to know who got the better end of the deal when AJ Allmendinger agreed to re-sign with Richard Petty Motorsports for the next few seasons (the deal is not official yet, but an announcement is expected ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-04T19:26:55Z)

Tech Ticker: LinkedIn, Google, EA

LinkedIn, the Mountain View professional networking website, has acquired mSpoke, a Pittsburgh recommendation technology provider. LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner, in a statement Wednesday, said "mSpoke and LinkedIn ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-05T16:19:37Z)

LinkedIn Connects with mSpoke

Pittsburgh, PA-based mSpoke , which has developed "adaptive personalization" algorithms that deliver more relevant content such as RSS feeds to consumers, has become the first-ever acquisition for Mountain ... (Source: Xconomy 2010-08-05T15:22:21Z)

China's Riddle: Corn Deals

A farmer piles up corn in front of her house in Changzhi, China. China's first big purchases of U.S. corn in more than a decade have triggered a debate over whether exports of America's biggest crop are ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-08-06T03:25:21Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 5, 2010, 10:39 pm

TREASURIES-Long-end U.S. Treasuries fall after 7-yr sale

NEW YORK July 29 (Reuters) - Longer-dated U.S. Treasury debt prices fell on Thursday following a $29 billion auction of seven-year notes. The U.S. benchmark 10-year Treasury note US10YT=RR lost 4/32 in price ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-27T23:54:07Z)

Wyclef Jean registers as Haiti presidential contender

PORT-AU-PRINCE — Haitian hip-hop star Wyclef Jean registered as a presidential contender on Thursday, in a move into politics that generated an outburst of popular enthusiasm in his poor, earthquake-ravaged ... (Source: comcast.net 2010-08-06T03:53:59Z)

Michelle Obama, Sasha to Vacation in Spain

The White House announced today that First Lady Michelle Obama and her younger daughter, Sasha, will visit Spain next week on a "private, mother-daughter trip" along with longtime family friends. President ... (Source: CBS News 2010-07-26T19:16:07Z)

Michelle Obama arrives in Spain for holiday with daughter

US First Lady Michelle Obama and her nine-year-old daughter Sasha arrived Wednesday on Spain's Mediterranean coast for a vacation with friends at a luxury hotel where they have booked 60 rooms. US First Lady Michelle ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-06T03:32:30Z)

Overton closing on Ryder Cup berth

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Even avid golf fans might be surprised to see who is No. 4 in the U.S. Ryder Cup team rankings this week. Tiger Woods? Nope. He's ninth. Stewart Cink? He's at No. 13. Try Jeff Overton, hardly the ... (Source: Golf.com 2010-08-04T21:42:56Z)

Capsule Reviews: 'The Other Guys' and Others

Capsule reviews of films opening this week: "Cairo Time" — Writer-director Ruba Nadda's fourth film seeks poetry and comes up short. Shot on location in Egypt, it has the exotic setting. With Patricia ... (Source: ABC News 2010-08-05T16:12:28Z)

Rockies' Gonzalez earns NL weekly honors

Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez has been named the National League Player of the Week for the period ending August 1. The 24-year-old slugger hit .533 last week, going 16-for-30, with four home ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-02T20:48:02Z)

USC's Bryant has surgery after scrap with teammate

(AP) LOS ANGELES - Southern California cornerback T.J. Bryant had surgery on his left cheekbone Thursday after getting into a fight with teammate Stanley Havili last week. Coach Lane Kiffin said Bryant will be ... (Source: WHEC TV-10 2010-08-06T04:15:27Z)

U.S. housing data boosts stocks

By Manuela Badawy NEW YORK (Reuters) - Global stocks rose on Monday after U.S. data showed a pick-up in new home sales, reviving hopes for improvement in a tepid economic recovery, while the euro firmed against the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-27T04:20:09Z)

Overton close to half of Ryder goals

(AP) — AKRON, Ohio - Even avid golf fans might be surprised to see who is No. 4 in the U.S. Ryder Cup team rankings this week. Tiger Woods? Nope. He's ninth. Stewart Cink? He's at No. 13. Try Jeff Overton, hardly the ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-04T21:42:56Z)

Can Wyclef Jean save Haiti?

Wyclef Jean 's candidacy for president of this rubble-strewn country gives a charge of electricity to what so far has been feeble interest in upcoming elections. But the heroic narrative he's pitching — hip ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-06T01:16:30Z)

USC cornerback undergoes facial surgery after fight with teammate

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Southern California cornerback T.J. Bryant had surgery on his left cheekbone Thursday after getting into a fight with teammate Stanley Havili last week. Coach Lane Kiffin said Bryant will be out for ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-08-06T03:46:49Z)

Continued: USC CB T.J. Bryant has surgery on cheekbone after fight with teammate ...

LOS ANGELES - Southern California cornerback T.J. Bryant had surgery on his left cheekbone Thursday after getting into a fight with teammate Stanley Havili last week. Coach Lane Kiffin said Bryant will be out ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-06T02:42:24Z)

Baseball: Dodgers likely lose Russell Martin for the season

The Dodgers' hopes of catching the Padres and the Giants in the NL West race took a huge blow on Thursday when Los Angeles manager Joe Torre said that he expects catcher Russell Martin to miss the rest of the ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-06T05:34:12Z)

Orioles' Scott earns AL weekly honor

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Luke Scott has been named the American League Player of the Week for the period ending July 25. Scott hit an AL-leading four home runs and added three doubles and eight runs batted ... (Source: Olympian 2010-07-25T23:56:29Z)

China tries to reassure markets about stress tests

Regulators tried to reassure financial markets about "stress tests" ordered on Chinese banks' real estate lending, saying Friday they do not represent official views of where the market is headed or any ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-06T05:34:12Z)

TREASURIES-Longer-dated Treasuries slip before 7-year sale

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Longer-dated U.S. Treasuries prices slipped Thursday before the Treasury's seven-year note auction and after the government reported a drop in new U.S. jobless claims. The Labor Department ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-07-29T14:54:52Z)

Gordman's owners selling stock to the public next week

The owner of Gordmans Stores Inc. of Omaha is expected to sell 5.4 million shares to stock next week to the public. The initial public offereing is priced at $13 to $15, managed by Piper Jaffray and Wells ... (Source: Lincoln Journal Star 2010-07-30T20:15:48Z)

Capsule reviews of 'The Other Guys,' 'Middle Men' and others

Capsule reviews of films opening this week: "Cairo Time" — Writer-director Ruba Nadda's fourth film seeks poetry and comes up short. Shot on location in Egypt, it has the exotic setting. With Patricia Clarkson as a ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-08-05T16:48:15Z)

Capsule reviews: `The Other Guys' and others

"Cairo Time" -- Writer-director Ruba Nadda's fourth film seeks poetry and comes up short. Shot on location in Egypt, it has the exotic setting. With Patricia Clarkson as a visiting wife left alone by her ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-08-05T16:26:47Z)

Blogger rains on Michelle Obama's trip to Spain

First Lady Michelle Obama is taking heat for her private trip to Spain this week, most notably from a New York blogger slamming her as the "Material Girl" and comparing her to Marie Antoinette , former ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-06T03:53:59Z)

Garza, Bautista share AL weekly honors

Tampa Bay right-hander Matt Garza and Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista have been named co-Players of the Week for the American League for the period ending August 1. Garza became the fifth player to pitch a ... (Source: San Luis Obispo Tribune 2010-08-01T23:55:20Z)

Overton climbs up Ryder Cup rankings

AKRON, Ohio – Even avid golf fans might be surprised to see who is No. 4 in the U.S. Ryder Cup team rankings this week. Tiger Woods? Nope. He's ninth. Stewart Cink? He's at No. 13. Try Jeff Overton ... (Source: Northwest Herald 2010-08-05T06:25:29Z)

Wyclef Jean Officially Running For President Of Haiti- former Fugees band member

Former Fugees band member, Wyclef Jean, officially announced his bid to be president of Haiti. Rumors of this have been circling on the internet for a few days. Today, 10 minutes before the electoral office ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-06T03:32:30Z)

Omaha-based Gordmans raises $58.9M from offering

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Shares of discount retailer Gordmans Stores Inc. will begin trading at $11 after its initial public offering raised $58.9 million. The Omaha-based company said Thursday the shares priced ... (Source: Sioux City Journal 2010-08-05T14:39:24Z)

Gordmans' shares debut

Shares of Gordmans Stores stock rose by nearly $1 Thursday before closing up 3 cents in their market debut. There were approximately 2.7 million shares traded during the first day. Shares initially were offered at $11 ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-08-06T04:36:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 5, 2010, 9:39 pm

The Quick 15: Castlevania: Harmony Of Despair

Castlevania: Harmony of Despair was released on Xbox Live Arcade today, and if you're wondering how a six-player co-op Castlevania game works, you're in luck. We've captured 15 minutes of gameplay footage from ... (Source: Game Informer Online 2010-08-04T13:21:51Z)

M&M could offer up to $400 m for Ssangyong bid ; Ruias yet to decide

Updated: Friday, Aug 06, 2010 at 2349 hrs IST New Delhi: The bidding process for troubled South Korean automaker Ssangyong Motor could just get hotter, with Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) expected to bid up to $400 million. M ... (Source: Financial Express 2010-08-05T22:53:20Z)

AP Interview: NFL commissioner Goodell says HGH testing is 'about the integrity of ...

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says the league wants to test players for human growth hormone "to protect the integrity of our game." In an interview with The Associated Press while riding with ... (Source: FOX43.com 2010-08-05T15:29:31Z)

Indian police fire on protest in Kashmir, two dead

SRINAGAR India (Reuters) - At least two demonstrators died Sunday when Indian police opened fire on thousands of pro-independence protesters in the Muslim-majority Himalayan region of Kashmir. At least 25 ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-30T23:57:43Z)

Brooklyn Judge Deals Another Blow to FDNY Practices

CADMAN PLAZA EAST (AP) — The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a ... (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle 2010-08-05T20:51:38Z)

Mahindra may offer $400m for Korean automaker

Mahindra & Mahindra is expected to bid up to $400 million for troubled South Korean automaker Ssangyong Motor, three sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters on Thursday. India's largest utility vehicles and ... (Source: The Daily Star 2010-08-05T18:07:00Z)

UPDATE 1-Mahindra may offer upto $400 mln for Ssangyong-sources

NEW DELHI Aug 5 (Reuters) - India's Mahindra & Mahindra ( MAHM.BO ) is expected to bid upto $400 million for troubled South Korean automaker Ssangyong Motor ( 003620.KS ), three sources with knowledge of the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-05T10:28:52Z)

Indian forces fire on Kashmir protesters, killing 1 as two-month death toll rises to ...

SRINAGAR, India - Government forces fired live ammunition to stop a protest march in Indian-held Kashmir on Thursday, killing one person and wounding at least 15, pushing the death toll from two months of ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-05T15:58:09Z)

Eminem premiere's new music video for 'Love The Way You Lie' featuring Rihanna [Video ...

Rappe r Eminem premiere's new music video for his song "Love the Way You Lie" featuring Rihanna on MTV. Fans have been waiting for Eminem to premiere the video for his hit song "Love the Way You Lie." The song ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-06T01:16:30Z)

Freedom for Hmong man convicted in Toyota crash

A Hmong immigrant who spent more than 2½ years in prison for a fatal Toyota crash walked free Thursday, after a judge ordered a new trial and a prosecutor said she wouldn't prolong the case reopened in the wake of the ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-06T04:36:56Z)

Police open fire at Kashmir protesters, two killed

SRINAGAR India (Reuters) - Indian police on Friday fired at thousands of people protesting against Indian rule in Kashmir, killing two demonstrators, officials said, in the latest flare-up of violence in the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-30T14:32:12Z)

Eminem And Rihanna's 'Love The Way You Lie' Video: Love On Fire

Eminem 's new video for "Love the Way You Lie" tells the story of two lovers (played by Megan Fox and Dominic Monaghan ) whose passion turns violent as their relationship vacillates between ecstasy and agony ... (Source: MTV 2010-08-06T01:16:30Z)

PG West: New Aliquippa boys' coach invites challenge

Bobby Williams has been away from the day-to-day rigors of coaching basketball for seven years. A Bridgeville resident who works full-time at Carnegie Mellon University, he is returning to the sidelines. Williams will ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-08-06T04:36:56Z)

Crews find dynamite while demolishing old building

ELKRIDGE, Md. (AP) - State fire officials say 26 sticks of dynamite found in a shed in Elkridge have been safely disposed of. Two Elkridge homes were evacuated after workers came across a box of dynamite while ... (Source: WTOP Radio 2010-08-04T23:37:28Z)

Judge says NY fire department entry test unfair to blacks, stops hiring of 300 ...

NEW YORK - A judge has halted the hiring of more than 300 new firefighters amid the legal dispute over discrimination claims at the Fire Department of New York. In a written decision Wednesday in federal court ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-05T01:24:50Z)

Castlevania: Harmony of Despair whips up Xbox LIVE Arcade

And on the third week of Summer of Arcade, Konami brings us Castlevania: Harmony of Despair . The latest version of the 23 year old franchise introduces co-op play for up to six players. Harmony of Despair has eight ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-04T10:44:22Z)

PG West: Blackhawk graduate Hamilton lands spot on St. Johns roster

Managing in a semipro, wooden-bat summer league, manager Tom McCarthy is not used to dealing with agents. But when he had to, the St. Johns manager was more than happy to deal with Clayton Hamilton's agent. It was a ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-08-06T04:36:56Z)

NY judge halts fire department hiring

NEW YORK — A judge has halted the hiring of new firefighters amid the legal battle over alleged discrimination at the New York City Fire Department. In a written decision Wednesday in federal court in ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-08-05T01:10:31Z)

Crews Destroy Decades-Old Dynamite

WBALTV.com State fire officials said 26 sticks of dynamite found in a shed in Elkridge have been safely disposed of. Two Elkridge homes were evacuated after workers came across a box of dynamite while demolishing a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-05T15:43:50Z)

Castlevania: Harmony of Despair added to XBLA today

Dracula returns in Castlevania: Harmony of Despair, the first exclusive Xbox Live Arcade Castlevania game. Featuring the classic fast-paced 2D side-scrolling action the series is known for, vampire hunters ... (Source: Gaming Target 2010-08-03T23:52:58Z)

Goodell still reviewing suspension cases on two Cleveland Browns players

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell still hasn't decided on the fate of two Cleveland Browns players facing suspensions. Shaun Rogers and Robaire Smith were arrested three months apart when stopped by ... (Source: FOX43.com 2010-08-05T23:21:58Z)

Dynamite Found In Howard County

State fire officials say 26 sticks of dynamite found in a shed in Elkridge have been safely disposed of. Two Elkridge homes were evacuated after workers came across a box of dynamite while demolishing a building ... (Source: WBAL Radio 2010-08-04T23:30:18Z)

Goodell, Eagles offer weak excuses for Vick

ASSOCIATED PRESS NFL commissioner Roger Goodell (right) watches Eagles training camp alongside John Madden at Lehigh University. BETHLEHEM — The talking points were clear long before Roger Goodell rolled ... (Source: Reporter 2010-08-04T11:20:10Z)

Video: "Love the Way You Lie" by Eminem and Rihanna

"Love the Way You Lie", is a collaboration between Eminem and Rihanna. The song is about domestic violence, presumably chronicling the relationship Eminem had with his ex-wife, but names are never ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-06T02:13:46Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 5, 2010, 8:39 pm

Nicky Hayden Cycles For The Media In Indianapolis

Marlboro Ducati MotoGP racer Nicky Hayden heads out on the Major Taylor Velodrome during a pre-race media event in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photo by Ron McQueeney, courtesy of Indianapolis Motor Speedway MotoGP ... (Source: RoadracingWorld.com 2010-08-04T23:44:37Z)

UFC 117: Predictions—The Dos Santos Era Is Coming...

I'm so excited for UFC 117, I'm surprised I've been able to sleep. I've shared way too many of my opinions about Chael Sonnen and the buildup of the main event, so I'm going to save my thoughts on that fight until the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-05T23:29:07Z)

Ford says deals bring back jobs

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — Competitive contracts with the United Auto Workers union are helping Ford Motor Co. bring nearly 2,000 jobs back into its factories that would have gone to parts supply companies — some in ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-08-05T19:18:35Z)

UFC 117: Dana White Chats Anderson Silva, Chael Sonnen and Trash Talk

SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- Shortly after the UFC 117 pre-fight press conference, Dana White sat with Bleacher Report and some other members of the media, and answered questions about several topics. From the potential post UFC ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-06T01:45:08Z)

Chael Sonnen Goes Off on Anderson Silva

Calling him a "dummy..." At the conference call tonight to promote UFC 117 next weekend in Oakland, Chael Sonnen took it to Anderson Silva for the way he promotes his fights. Some highlights from the call: Silva on the ... (Source: 411mania.com 2010-07-28T02:17:17Z)

Ford says deals with union bring back jobs

TRAVERSE CITY - Competitive contracts with the United Auto Workers union are helping Ford Motor Co. bring nearly 2,000 jobs back into its factories that would have gone to parts supply companies - some in ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-08-05T11:47:36Z)

Brooklyn Judge Deals Another Blow to FDNY Practices

CADMAN PLAZA EAST (AP) — The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a ... (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle 2010-08-05T20:51:38Z)

KKR, Bain's NXP Semiconductors Raises $476 Million After Reducing IPO 33%

NXP Semiconductors NV , the Dutch chipmaker owned by KKR & Co. and Bain Capital LLC, raised $476 million after cutting the price of its U.S. initial public offering by as much as 33 percent. NXP, acquired by ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-05T23:07:39Z)

2 Reasons Why Chael Sonnen Will Lose To Anderson Silva At UFC 117

Some are actually picking Chael Sonnen to upset Anderson Silva . Of course, this is MMA, so anything can happen. After all, Sonnen is a very good fighter. But I have something to say on this that's pretty ... (Source: Fighters.com 2010-07-25T16:04:02Z)

Gordmans Stores plans IPO, hopes to raise about $75 million this week

NEW YORK — Discount retailer Gordmans Stores Inc. is expected to raise about $75 million in an initial public offering this week. The Omaha, Neb. company plans to sell about 5.36 million shares to initial investors for ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-03T18:59:29Z)

Thiago Alves Promises He Will Make Weight

So says his manager... After a no-showing of an open workout for UFC prompted concerns that welterweight Thiago Alves would be unable to make weight for a rematch with Jon Fitch, his manager today said that the worries ... (Source: 411mania.com 2010-08-05T22:31:51Z)

UFC 117: Silva Vs. Sonnen Predictions

This Saturday the UFC will invade Oracle Arena in Oakland, California for UFC 117. The event is headlined by the main event that puts Middleweight Champion Anderson "The Spider" Silva against Chael Sonnen ... (Source: BetFirms 2010-08-05T20:51:38Z)

MotoGP Champion Nicky Hayden Ready To Race At Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 5, 2010: 2006 MotoGP World Champion and avid road cyclist Nicky Hayden turned laps on a bicycle at the Major Taylor Velodrome in Indianapolis on Wednesday, Aug. 4. It was quite a contrast to ... (Source: The Auto Chanel 2010-08-05T15:15:12Z)

Zalewski, Joslin back with Sharks

T he Sharks say they have re-signed centre Steven Zalewski (zuh-LES-ski) and defenseman Derek Joslin to one-year contracts. Financial terms of the deals with the 23-year-old players weren't announced Thursday. Zalewski ... (Source: Globe and Mail 2010-08-06T01:09:20Z)

Ducati Denies Internet Report That 2011 MotoGP Deals With Rossi And Nicky Hayden Are ...

August 4th: Regarding the recent allegations attributed to Gabriele Del Torchio - Ducati CEO and President, Ducati states that no agreement has been reached with the riders Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden for ... (Source: RoadracingWorld.com 2010-08-04T17:03:46Z)

Sean Penn, Robin Wright's divorce finalized

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. -- There won't be an encore for Sean Penn and Robin Wright's marriage - court records show the couple are officially divorced. A judgment ending their 14-year marriage was entered July 22 in Marin ... (Source: KABC 2010-08-05T19:04:16Z)

Sharks retain services of Zalewski, Joslin for next season

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- The Sharks say they have re-signed center Steven Zalewski and defenseman Derek Joslin to one-year contracts. Financial terms of the deals with the 23-year-old players weren't announced Thursday ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-06T03:03:52Z)

Sean Penn, Robin Wright Divorce Finalized

San Rafael, CA -- There won't be an encore for Sean Penn and Robin Wright's marriage -- court records show the couple are officially divorced. A judgment ending their 14-year marriage was entered July 22 in Marin County ... (Source: digtriad.com 2010-08-06T01:02:11Z)

Sharks re-sign C Steven Zalewski, D Derek Joslin to one-year deals

SAN JOSE, Calif. - The Sharks re-signed centre Steven Zalewski and defenceman Derek Joslin to one-year contracts Thursday. Zalewski had 62 points—including 22 goals—in a career-high 78 games last season for AHL ... (Source: The Hockey News 2010-08-06T00:55:01Z)

Ford: UAW deals bring work back

Each summer the Center for Automotive Research comes to northern Michigan with its Management Briefing Seminar held at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Acme. The Ann Arbor-based non-profit organization focuses on ... (Source: Traverse City Record-Eagle 2010-08-05T11:04:40Z)

MMA: Chael Sonnen talks great game before UFC 117 vs. Anderson Silva

Anderson Silva speaks spotty English, and his Portuguese hasn't been much better while he's supposed to be promoting his record seventh defense of his middleweight title against Chael Sonnen at UFC 117. The ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-05T21:41:45Z)

Sonnen talks great game before facing Silva

Anderson Silva speaks spotty English, and his Portuguese hasn't been much better while he's supposed to be promoting his record seventh defense of his middleweight title against Chael Sonnen at UFC 117. The ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-05T23:14:48Z)

Gordmans Stores prices IPO below expected range

Discount retailer Gordmans Stores Inc. priced shares of its initial public offering below the expected range, raising $58.9 million, the company said Thursday. Gordmans Stores shares rise in market debut ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-05T16:33:56Z)

Sean Penn and Robin Wright's divorce finalized

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. — There won't be an encore for Sean Penn and Robin Wright's marriage — court records show the couple are officially divorced. A judgment ending their 14-year marriage was entered July 22 in ... (Source: WRAL 2010-08-05T23:57:45Z)

Judge blocks FDNY hiring, says test is invalid

NEW YORK—The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-05T20:23:00Z)

For shops, group coupons can overwhelm

Chicago -- Local shops nationwide are pulling in thousands of new customers with group coupons online, but the deals can sometimes work too well, turning marketing into a game of retail roulette. Some of the ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-05T21:48:54Z)

Rollercoaster of fights: The ups and downs of Thiago Alves' career

Thiago Alves will fight Jon Fitch this Saturday, and the winner will likely get the next shot at the UFC welterweight belt. For someone who has been as successful as Alves, he has faced many peaks and valleys. Valley ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-05T22:24:42Z)

Judge blocks FDNY hiring over entry exam

NEW YORK — The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a judge ruled ... (Source: FireRescue1 2010-08-05T15:22:21Z)

Group coupons a mixed blessing

CHICAGO -- Local shops nationwide are pulling in thousands of new customers with group coupons online, but the deals can sometimes work too well, turning marketing into a game of retail roulette. Some of the ... (Source: Lowell Sun 2010-08-04T10:37:13Z)

Group-deal customer bonanza can overwhelm small businesses as coupons runneth over

In this photo taken, July 7, 2010, in Chicago Phu Bui stands in his nail salon that was the featured ad on Groupon.com on June 22 offering a manicure and pedicure for $28.00. Bui thought maybe 1,000 customers would bite ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-02T15:33:04Z)

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