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Deals of the Hour / June 6, 2011, 8:43 pm

Department of Health holds public hearing for proposed hookah ban

The proposal would make establishments that offer the water-pipes go up in smoke. Hookahs are a type of pipe that features smoke, typically flavored, filtered through water. Nathan Proter, one of the seven owners of Huka Bar in Murray said people are ... (Source: ABC 4 2011-06-07T03:00:04Z)

Prada plans Hong Kong IPO to raise up to $2.6B

Italian fashion house Prada plans to raise up to $2.6 billion in a listing on Hong Kong's stock exchange, according to a person familiar with the deal, joining other foreign companies flocking to cash in on China's rising fortunes. Prada plans to sell some ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

Warriors hire analyst Mark Jackson as head coach

He also interviewed in previous years for openings in Phoenix, New York and Chicago. He finally ended up getting the offer he wanted from the Warriors, who have made big changes in the front office and coaching staff under Lacob's new ownership. (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

13 virtual programs can teach across Va. divisions

Thirteen virtual school programs have earned the state's stamp of approval to offer online courses to multiple divisions. The approved providers, announced Monday, offer full-time virtual schools, supplemental instruction programs and "blended-instruction ... (Source: HamptonRoads.com 2011-06-07T03:07:13Z)

Mark Jackson becomes Warriors' new coach

He also interviewed in previous years for openings in Phoenix, New York and Chicago. He finally ended up getting the offer he wanted from the Warriors. "I have sensed that Joe is committed to winning and building a team and a culture the right way ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

Nortel Networks' patent portfolio up for auction

In April, Nortel chose Google's offer as the starting point of the auction, also known as the stalking horse bid. The auction will start June 20 behind the closed doors of a New York law firm. (Source: Chicago Tribune 2011-06-07T02:52:54Z)

Warriors hire Brooklyn-born star Mark Jackson of Bishop Loughlin, St. John's & Knicks as head coach

He finally ended up getting the offer he wanted from the Warriors, who have made big changes in the front office and coaching staff under Lacob's new ownership. "I have sensed that Joe is committed to winning and building a team and a culture the right way ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception Trailer E3 2011: The Atlantis of the Sands

Standing in his way are a motley assortment of thugs, agents and a steely-eyed Helen Mirren look-a-like with a very sharp umbrella handle who has uncovered Drake's dark secret. (Source: G4 TV 2011-06-07T03:00:04Z)

Mets draft Wyoming high school outfielder Brandon Nimmo as Paul DePodesta focuses on raw talent

Comfortably settled with his family in San Diego, DePodesta was not eager to leave. After a visit from Alderson in November, though, he could not refuse the GM's offer of what industry sources say was an approximately $1 million annual salary, the freedom ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

Obama's chief economic advisor resigning

Related Rep. Anthony Weiner admits tweeting lewd photo, and more Republican Rick Santorum launches presidential bid Chances fading for a sweeping deal on spending cuts A White House official said the president would have "loved'' for Goolsbee to stay in the job. (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-07T02:52:54Z)

Singapore Air, Virgin Australia sign partnership

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Singapore Airlines ( SIAL.SI ) has formed an alliance with Virgin Australia ( VBA.AX ) under a deal which will allow the two airlines ... airlines planned to code-share on flights and offer reciprocal frequent flyer program benefits ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

Untapped markets lie in the export crosshairs

"Exporters understand the need for export controls, but the process can be bureaucratic and often slow enough to prevent a sale going ahead," says Gordon Lane, managing director of the defence section of ADS, the defence lobby group. "Exporters ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-07T03:21:32Z)

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