Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 4:43 pm

US STOCKS-S&P, Nasdaq rise 1 pct in 2nd day of gains

But Walgreen Co fell 5.7 percent to $42.61 after the drugstore chain reported higher quarterly earnings but said efforts to renew a deal with pharmacy benefits manager Express Scripts Inc had failed. Barnes & Noble Inc, the No. 1 bookstore chain ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-06-21T15:15:05Z)

U.S. Stocks Advance as Greece Concern Eases

"With each passing day, we know more and more about the situation in Greece and we approach a deal," said Jacques Porta, a Paris-based fund manager at Ofi Patrimoine, who helps oversee about $425 million in stocks. "With each step, there is a sense of relief. (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-21T13:56:20Z)

Ex-Partners Fight to Break Up the BLT Empire

That is because Mr. Haber, 56, is mired in a long-simmering mess that has brought him into the dreaded black hole of the restaurant business: the partnership that goes dark. Both Mr. Haber ... had to be part of any restaurant deal. Indeed, without Mr ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T23:29:00Z)

Mass. for-profit schools could face more scrutiny

Since the schools offer training in industries such as truck driving, information technology, electric and plumbing, lawmakers said the Consumer Affairs Office, which houses the licensing agency, could monitor the quality of programs better than the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-21T23:29:00Z)

Revenue and Medicare are at heart of deficit talks

In private meetings, he has yet to do so, according to numerous officials. The negotiators met on Tuesday as they accelerated efforts to line up a deficit-cutting deal that would accompany legislation raising the nation's $14.3 trillion debt limit. (Source: AOL News 2011-06-21T23:14:41Z)

What a waste, Nokia launches hot, MeeGo smartphone

"Earlier this year, we outlined a comprehensive strategy to change our course",  Stephen Elop, Nokia CEO, says in a statement -- alluding to the Microsoft distribution deal. "Innovation ... a compelling smartphone to offer. Too bad pricing and release ... (Source: Beta News 2011-06-21T14:32:08Z)

Nokia N9 – the first MeeGo-based all-screen smartphone

The scratch-resistant AMOLED screen is Gorilla Glass protected. It looks like Nokia has not abandoned the MeeGo project yet, despite inking a deal with Microsoft. The N9's success, however, is highly dependent on introducing more MeeGo smartphones or ... (Source: Gizmag 2011-06-21T23:21:51Z)

Steven Rodriguez shuts down Vandy, Gators finish 3-1 win

Rodriguez faced four batters Monday before umpires waved players off the field as dark clouds moved in from the south and winds began picking up. Tornado sirens were heard as Mike Yastrzemski flew out to left field. No tornado warning was issued for the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-21T23:07:32Z)

Nokia Unveils N9 Smartphone

The project has faced setbacks, including Nokia's deal with Microsoft Corp., although the Finnish firm had said it would launch a MeeGo device in 2011. In February, Nokia signed a partnership with Microsoft to use the US firm's Windows Phone software as ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T14:32:08Z)

Rodriguez receives redemption in Omaha

Until someone mentioned tornadoes. "When I was coming in from the bullpen, I saw it was getting dark really fast," he said. "I just wanted to get guys out and get out of there. I'm from Miami so we're used to hurricanes. But when someone told me it ... (Source: Gainesville Sun 2011-06-21T23:00:22Z)

NY GOP tables gay marriage; showdown looms

On Tuesday, Albany's backroom dealing cleared the way for the possible Wednesday vote. After an expected marathon session Tuesday to pass a mega deal involving tax, tuition and other issues, the Republican-led Senate now will be able to focus on whether to ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-21T23:29:00Z)

Mets try to talk contract with Jose Reyes, but shortstop's camp won't discuss new deal during season

Yes. The Mets will pony up more than 100 mill, if Reyes meets them in the middle. No. Reyes will get a Carl Crawford-type deal somewhere, money well out of the Mets' reach. Maybe, but only if Reyes' injury history lowers his offers from other teams. (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-21T23:07:32Z)

Key NFL owners' meeting begins Tuesday

That's how complex — and perhaps contentious — some of the issues are. But no one is saying a deal is imminent, and several owners are known to have strong questions about proposals being discussed with the players. Each side is eager to get something ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-21T12:44:45Z)

Stocks rise for fourth straight day on Greek hopes

Their deal, worth $5.3 billion in revenue this fiscal year, expires at the end of 2011. Express Scripts fell 1.4 percent. Best Buy Co. rose 2 percent after increasing its dividend by 7 percent. The electronics retailer also approved a program to buy back ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-21T15:15:05Z)

Labor deal tops agenda for NFL owners

NFL owners will begin an extended meeting today in hopes of finding an agreement over a new labor deal. If they can't strike a deal with players, the season will be cancelled. JEREMY HOBSON: Now to some labor meetings going on in Chicago today between the ... (Source: Marketplace.publicradio.org 2011-06-21T14:10:39Z)

Frank McCourt's lawyer: Don't force us to sue

I don't think the commissioner really has the information." Manfred said McCourt and his representatives have discussed the Fox deal in numerous meetings in the commissioner's office over the past several months. Manfred said McCourt submitted written ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-21T23:36:10Z)

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