Deals of the Hour

Trying to find out what's the deal with the world, tracking what's on sale and who's talking about it on Twitter. Update hourly.

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 11:45 pm

Animal rights group buys Michael Vick's former dogfighting compound

Eagles media representatives did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Vick on the house sale. Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Aqib Talib has been indicted on a charge accusing him of firing a gun at his sister's boyfriend. Attorneys for ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-05-28T05:27:56Z)

Charles Krauthammer: What Obama did to Israel

Thus the starting point of negotiations would be that the Western Wall and even Jerusalem's Jewish Quarter are Palestinian -- alien territory for which Israel must now bargain. The very idea that Judaism's holiest shrine is alien or that Jerusalem's Jewish ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2011-05-28T05:56:34Z)

Crawford's slam sends Giants past Brewers

Tests indicate there's a 90 percent chance the brain tumors that Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter has are malignant, doctors said. • The Indians activated outfielder/designated hitter Grady Sizemore from the DL after his recovery from a bruised kneecap. (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Wheelchair no obstacle for inspiring car owner

Then just before the start of this season, he learned that the financially ailing FAZZT team was up for sale. "The best way to describe Sam is he's an opportunist," said Townsend Bell, who will start fourth on Sunday in Schmidt's other car, the one-off No. (Source: Amarillo Globe-Times 2011-05-28T05:49:24Z)

G. Chambers Williams III: VW opens $1 billion U.S. plant

It still will be a few weeks before the new Passat begins showing up in Volkswagen showrooms, however, as it is not scheduled to go on sale until late summer. But Volkswagen took the opportunity to show off the completed facility, with the German automaker ... (Source: MySanAntonio 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Final-ly! Bruins win Game 7 thriller

They will play the Vancouver Canucks for the Stanley Cup, starting Wednesday night at Rogers Arena. Cutting to the net, Horton guided a beautiful crossing pass from linemate David Krejci past Dwayne Roloson to break the scoreless deadlock, and Bruins ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2011-05-28T06:10:53Z)

Royal Mail needs change in fortunes post-haste

Neither does a sale of the company's remaining property portfolio, suggested by some bankers, look a viable option. Instead, those close to Royal Mail say that the effort to appeasing Brussels bureaucrats will partly lie in the industrial equivalent of a ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-05-28T04:52:08Z)

Compound used in Vick dogfighting ring sold to animal group

and I think it's important to send the smart message to kids, and not glorify this form of animal cruelty, even in an Android app." Eagles media representatives didn't immediately respond to a request for comment from Vick on the house sale. (Source: NFL 2011-05-27T23:08:33Z)

KMUW to focus more on news, less on jazz

Since then, more and more people have been bringing old jewelry to her store to scrap for money. "Some of these rings and bracelets are beautiful," Schrag says. "I hate to just buy their gold and scrap it," she says. "I look at it, and I think to myself ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Treasuries Notes Rise for Seventh Week on Europe, Refuge Demand

Bid Patterns The government's $35 billion auction of five-year securities May 25 drew the highest bid-to-cover ratio since 1994, while demand at the sale of the same amount of two-year debt on May 24 was the strongest since January. Yields on 10-year ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-05-28T04:16:21Z)

FEDERER THROUGH AS TIME RUNS OUT FOR DJOKOVIC

That gave me a little bit more time for me to play my game and to be more aggressive. It's a beautiful win coming back from two sets to love with a break against Jo in front of his crowd.'' Wawrinka lost to Federer in straight sets at the same stage last ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-05-28T04:23:30Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 10:44 pm

G. Chambers Williams III: VW opens $1 billion U.S. plant

It still will be a few weeks before the new Passat begins showing up in Volkswagen showrooms, however, as it is not scheduled to go on sale until late summer. But Volkswagen took the opportunity to show off the completed facility, with the German automaker ... (Source: MySanAntonio 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Allison's friends share long-lasting memories

Donnie was a confidant. His conviction cannot be denied. Donnie was very self-less. His heart is very beautiful. Donnie Allison was my brother. His spirit will never die." n John Sprott: "The thing that sticks with me about him is his belief in the ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Bruins joins Canucks in Stanley Cup final

"I just drove to net and Krej (Krejci) gave me a beautiful pass right onto my stick and I just had to put it in," said Horton, who has eight post-season goals, including two overtime winners. "It feels great to know we're going to the Stanley Cup finals ... (Source: Reuters 2011-05-28T04:30:40Z)

Over a Third of Wealthy People May Depart the UK

Despite good recent developments, there are still many countries around which high earners believe offer lower tax regimes and importantly, a higher quality of life. "The highest earning one per cent in this country contributed 23 per cent of all income ... (Source: Redorbit.com 2011-05-28T04:59:18Z)

Fiat to buy remaining govt. stake in Chrysler

The price will be negotiated within 10 business days, or by around June 10. When the sale would happen remains unclear. But Fiat is moving quickly to take a controlling stake in Chrysler, which it has run since the company left bankruptcy protection in June 2009. (Source: Wichita Eagle 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Lawson Software Announces Product Partnership with Emkat

focusing on mobility solutions. The two companies will work together to offer mobile hardware and service to support Lawson enterprise applications, including Lawson Mobile Supply Chain Management . The Emkat and Lawson products are currently being used ... (Source: Redorbit.com 2011-05-28T04:59:18Z)

Mexico denies Slim's Telmex right to offer TV

A Mexican regulatory agency on Friday denied billionaire Carlos Slim's request to offer television services through his giant telephone company, saying its practices are discriminatory toward competitors. The Communications and Transportation Department ... (Source: Salon 2011-05-28T04:59:18Z)

Braves play ugly in 5-1 loss to Reds

Ramon Hernandez hit a two-run homer in the ninth off Braves closer Craig Kimbrell . The Braves loaded the bases with two outs in the eighth before Nick Massett ended the threat on Alex Gonzalez's grounder to shortstop Paul Janish . "How does (Uggla's ... (Source: Times Union 2011-05-28T04:44:59Z)

Reds top Braves in series opener in Atlanta, 5-1

Things got dicey in the eighth. Bill Bray walked Jones to start the eighth. He got the next two hitters and then gave way to Nick Masset. Masset gave up a single to Uggla and walked Freddie Freeman to load the bases. But Masset got former Red Alex Gonzalez ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2011-05-28T05:13:37Z)

Royal Mail needs change in fortunes post-haste

Neither does a sale of the company's remaining property portfolio ... hire bankers to canvass interest in his newspaper and magazine titles while exploring an offer for Top Up TV, the pay-television operator, implies either that he is tiring of print ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-05-28T04:52:08Z)

Leake returns from minors, pitches Reds past Braves

With only three outs to go, that's huge insurance." The Braves loaded the bases with two outs in the eighth before Nick Massett ended the threat on Alex Gonzalez's grounder to shortstop Paul Janish. Leake, 23, was recalled from Louisville on Friday for ... (Source: Spartanburg Herald-Journal 2011-05-28T04:52:08Z)

State: No fees for documents lost in storms

"While the department cannot repair the damage wrought," said Nick Jordan, the agency's secretary, "we can help make parts of the rebuilding easier." Those who lost a driver's license or identification card in the storms can get a free replacement by going ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2011-05-28T05:06:27Z)

Chrysler repays $7.6B in government loans

To pay off the governments, Chrysler raised $3.2 billion through a bond sale and took out $3 billion in lower-interest bank loans. It also will use a $1.3 billion investment from Italian automaker Fiat SpA, which kicked in the money on Tuesday. That raises ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-05-27T19:26:38Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 9:44 pm

War crimes suspect's lawyer to seek medical evaluation

The haggard state of Mr. Mladic -- who eluded Serbian authorities for more than 15 years -- may offer him one more chance to evade a prison cell. His family and lawyer are now angling to seek a team of what they call "neutral" doctors who could evaluate ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2011-05-28T03:54:52Z)

'Grease' actor Jeff Conaway dies at 60

I decided I had to change my life and do different things," he said. His movie career failed to ignite, however, and Conaway shifted back to TV with the short-lived 1983 fantasy series "Wizards and Warriors," and the 1985 flop "Berrengers," a drama set in ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-05-28T04:23:30Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 8:44 pm

Last shuttle spacewalkers make history above Earth

Atlantis will close out the shuttle program in July. "Beautiful Endeavour," Fincke called out as the spacewalk got under way. "She's a great ship." "Looks like she belongs right there," Chamitoff agreed. The spacewalkers also savored the views 220 miles below. (Source: Detroit News 2011-05-28T03:33:24Z)

Palin welcome in Arizona neighborhood, media less so

"I'd much rather have our neighborhood as calm as it was," she added. The reported sale comes less than six months after Palin's single-parent daughter, Bristol, bought a house in Maricopa, a sleepy dormitory town in the desert about a 45 minute drive south of Phoenix. (Source: Cleveland News - Fox 8 2011-05-28T02:28:59Z)

U.S. envoy leaves North Korea after getting American released

The news agency also said former President Jimmy Carter asked North Korea to pardon Jun. "Taking all this into account, the ... government decided to set him free from the humanitarian" standpoint, KCNA said. "We welcome North Korea's decision to release ... (Source: CNN 2011-05-28T03:04:46Z)

Russia offers to mediate ex-ally Gadhafi's exit

Libya struck multibillion dollar deals to procure Russian-made weapons, and Russia's gas monopoly Gazprom has big investments in Libya that have been threatened by Gadhafi's attacks on rebel forces. Medvedev discussed the mediation offer with President ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-05-28T03:11:55Z)

Crystal Cathedral to be sold as a way to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy

SANTA ANA, Calif. — The Crystal Cathedral ... Charles said. He would not divulge the sale price or the investment group. The church also has a guaranteed option of leasing the campus for 15 years. After four years, the church can buy back the core ... (Source: Longview Daily News 2011-05-28T03:26:14Z)

Community aids in search for girls

The As Teo area where the girls were last seen is the location of the Santa Lourdes shrine, with which many Guam Catholics are familiar because of the shrine's "holy water," Quitugua said. Anicia Q. Tomokane, the girls' aunt, described the ordeal as being "surreal." (Source: Guam Pacific Daily News 2011-05-28T03:26:14Z)

Final Shuttle Spacewalkers Makes History at Space Station

CAPE CANAVERAL | NASA completed its part in the construction of the International Space Station on Friday, with the final spacewalkers in the 30-year shuttle program attaching an extension boom. "Twelve years of building and 15 countries, and now it's the ... (Source: The Ledger 2011-05-28T02:50:27Z)

PREP BASEBALL: Vista's Carter gets playoff redemption in win over Carlsbad

VISTA ---- It took a year, but Hayden Carter can finally wash the bad taste from his mouth. After losing to Hilltop High in the play-round of the CIF San Diego Section Division I baseball playoffs last season, the Vista senior couldn't wait to pitch in the ... (Source: North County Times 2011-05-28T03:26:14Z)

Wellington man accused of filing questionable quit-claim deeds

Since 2006, the house has had two quit-claim deeds filed in the name of Joaseus' wife, Rose, with a $2 million sale recorded to a third party between the two deeds. The home is at 10750 Versailles Blvd. Joaseus collected $16,750 in rent from the properties ... (Source: Palm Beach Post 2011-05-28T02:00:21Z)

Martha Stewart Fails to Recover Value as Blackstone Readies Sale: Real M&A

While Martha Stewart may double shareholders' money in a sale, she can't come close to making them whole ... Overall, there have been 10,091 deals announced globally this year, totaling $975.5 billion, a 21 percent increase from the $803.7 billion ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-05-28T02:57:37Z)

North Korea Says It Will Free Detained US Citizen

Officials at the U.S. embassies in Seoul and Beijing declined to comment. Former President Jimmy Carter also asked for Jun's pardon during a recent visit, the North said. North Korea gave Jun medical treatment and allowed him to make regular contact with ... (Source: ABC News 2011-05-28T03:11:55Z)

SeaChange may explore possible sale

chairman and CEO William Styslinger said the company has put together a panel to evaluate a range of possible strategic options — often Wall Street-speak for a possible sale or acquisition. But he stopped short of confirming a published report that the ... (Source: Boston Globe 2011-05-28T02:07:30Z)

North Korea frees American detained for half year

The North said that former President Jimmy Carter also asked for Jun's pardon during a recent visit. Several Americans have been detained in North Korea in recent years, and they were often freed only after high-profile negotiations. During another visit ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-05-28T03:11:55Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 7:42 pm

Sudden purchase offer injects optimism into future of Woonsocket hospital

Although the deal still requires Silverstein's approval, the mood in the packed courtroom was upbeat after weeks of bad news. Describing Steward's proposal as "the model offer," Savage said: "We find ourselves in a fantastic position for the ... (Source: Providence Journal 2011-05-28T01:53:11Z)

Orlando Bloom returns to Middle-earth, 'Hobbit'

Director Peter Jackson confirmed Friday that Orlando Bloom will join the cast of "The Hobbit," J.R.R. Tolkien's fantasy classic, TheWrap.com reports . Bloom will play Legolas, the elf character he played in Jackson's blockbuster "Lord of the Rings" trilogy ... (Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2011-05-28T02:14:40Z)

Hoping to strike oil, Lakers' Jim Buss just strikes out in hiring of Mike Brown

Jerry Buss' son, Jim, plays a larger part in the process than he ever has. Jim chooses a nice guy who did a good job somewhere or other and gets a big long-term deal. Let's have a big Lakers welcome for Mike Brown! Your new fans all hope you last longer than Rudy (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-05-27T18:00:44Z)

Danica Patrick is at a crossroads on the eve of the Indy 500

On Friday, for instance, she held a press conference at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to announce a new sponsorship deal with William Rast, an apparel and eyewear firm. In the last 15 months, she's also been driving part-time in NASCAR's second-level ... (Source: WGNtv.com 2011-05-28T01:46:02Z)

Dutch Lions hope to get back on track with victory

"It was a big opportunity for the guys, a big experience," he said. "But Mother Nature, you cannot change. We will deal with it. "Of course it's disappointing, but they're ready to go." The Lions can simply concentrate on building from a well ... (Source: Dayton Daily News 2011-05-28T01:38:52Z)

Mike Brown's no-win new job as Lakers coach

"He got a kick out of that," Kerr said, laughing. The Lakers this week reached a deal in principle with Brown to replace the retiring Jackson. Kerr played for Jackson in Chicago, part of Jackson's second three-peat, and Kerr later added two more NBA ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-05-28T02:00:21Z)

PREP GOLF: Hinton stands third in Class 1A state golf tournament

Doug Keady had an 89 and Kiefer Te Grootenhuis 91. Ryan Gutz, a sophomore from Storm Lake, shot 76 and trails Decorah's Nick Nelson (71) by five shots. Rounding out the team scoring are Nevada with 328, Creston 333 and Fairfield 335. (Source: Sioux City Journal 2011-05-28T02:14:40Z)

Incentives keep Bechtel in Glendale

The workforce includes human-resources and payroll specialists. "It's a really big deal not only financially and for our occupancy rates but for the retention of our high-quality companies," said Brian Friedman, Glendale economic-development director. (Source: AZCentral.com 2011-05-28T02:21:49Z)

Fire union to governor: Keep out

Earlier this week, Omaha Mayor Jim Suttle announced a tentative labor agreement with the fire union. He said the city would get a better deal now than if the agreement were delayed. Heineman said if Suttle wanted the fire union contract pushed through the ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2011-05-28T02:14:40Z)

Minority-Stake Sale Could Stabilize Mets' Finances Through Next Year

Last winter, the Mets ignored that option and instead added a dozen players from baseball's bargain basement for less than $11 million over all. The results, so far, have been decidedly mixed. Of course, Einhorn's money would stretch further if the ... (Source: New York Times 2011-05-28T01:53:11Z)

Depth charge: Red Sox run sustained by unlikely contributors

This was the main reason he was signed." Signed to a $650,000 contract just before the start of spring training, Aceves right now represents a bargain for 2011 and potentially for years to come; he will qualify for salary arbitration for the first time ... (Source: WEEI 2011-05-28T01:46:02Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 6:49 pm

4 young women from Ky killed in plane crash

"We have some important pieces of information but there's a great deal left to fill in," he said. In newly released 911 calls, someone living near the crash site reported that the explosion sounded "like a sonic boom," according to WKYT-TV in Lexington. (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-05-28T01:03:05Z)

Ex-Amerk Sean McMorrow rejects plea deal in marijuana-smuggling case

Former Rochester Americans hockey player Sean McMorrow has rejected a plea deal to resolve criminal charges that he conspired to transport more than 100 kilograms of marijuana into the United States from Canada. Federal authorities allege that McMorrow was ... (Source: Democrat and Chronicle 2011-05-28T00:55:55Z)

Report: Rockets make job offer to McHale

HOUSTON, May 27 (UPI) -- The Houston Rockets have offered Kevin McHale a three-year contract to coach the team, the Houston Chronicle reported Friday. McHale, who has worked as an analyst during the NBA playoffs for Turner Network Television, has told his ... (Source: United Press International 2011-05-28T01:03:05Z)

Sergio Garcia, Ryan Palmer share lead at Byron Nelson Championship

Tim Petrovic (66) and Scott Piercy (69) were three strokes back at 5 under. Nick Watney (68), Joe Ogilvie (70) and Chad Collins (69) followed at 4 under. For the second year in a row, area amateur teenager Jordan Spieth made the cut at the Nelson. (Source: Patriot-News Blogs 2011-05-28T01:03:05Z)

Outrigger Enterprises Group Announces Sale of Ohana® Islander Waikiki Hotel to Hilton Grand Vacations for Development of Hilton Grand Vacations C

Anchoring the northernmost stretch of Outrigger's celebrated Waikiki Beach Walk® development at the corner of Kalakaua Avenue and Lewers Street, the new Hilton Grand Vacations Club will offer immediate access to Waikiki's most vibrant showcase and ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-05-28T00:55:55Z)

DC Elementary Students Served Raw Onions as Snack

Turner Elementary School students were still washing the taste out of their mouths Friday, with both students and teachers complaining about the raw deal. The school's food provider, Chartwells, was supposed to provide its usual healthy snack -- zucchini ... (Source: MyFox Dallas 2011-05-28T01:17:24Z)

Fiat to gain Chrysler majority by buying U.S. stake

This week, Fiat boosted its stake in Chrysler to 46 percent after repaying $7.6 billion in loans from the United States and Canada through a refinancing deal. A deal with Treasury would bring its stake to 52 percent. Sergio Marchionne, the chief executive ... (Source: Reuters 2011-05-28T01:24:33Z)

Marchionne settles $7.6bn bill early

With a refinancing deal in hand, the chief executive of Chrysler and Fiat announced on Tuesday that the US carmaker had repaid $7.6bn of US and Canadian government loans six years ahead of schedule. The move allowed Fiat to lift its stake in its partner ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-05-28T01:17:24Z)

Hilton Grand Vacations Acquires OHANA® Islander Waikiki Hotel from Outrigger Enterprises Group

Anchoring the northernmost stretch of Outrigger's celebrated Waikiki Beach Walk ® development at the corner of Kalakaua Avenue and Lewers Street, the new Hilton Grand Vacations Club will offer immediate access to Waikiki's most vibrant showcase and ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-05-28T00:55:55Z)

Sergio Garcia shares Byron Nelson lead

Palmer and Garcia had a three-shot lead over Tim Petrovic and Scott Piercy. Nick Watney, Joe Ogilvie and Chad Collins were tied for fifth at 136. Amateur Jordan Spieth, a 17-year-old local high school student, shot a 68 and was in a tie for eighth. (Source: United Press International 2011-05-28T01:17:24Z)

Kroger expands $1-a-gallon gas discount

Loyalty-card users get 10 cents off a gallon for every $100 spent on groceries. The deal had been capped at 10 cents per fill-up in most markets. (Source: Cincinnati.com 2011-05-28T00:55:55Z)

State boys golf: Washington leads 3-A by three strokes

Washington, fifth a year ago, totaled a 312 score. Clear Lake and Williamsburg are tied for third at 322. Decorah junior Nick Nelson owns a two-shot lead over Pella junior Lucas Boyd for medalist honors after an opening 71. Class 2-A: Carroll Kuemper and ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-05-28T01:31:43Z)

Hall of Famer and former Met Carter's tumor likely malignant

NEW YORK — Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter has a brain tumor that is likely cancerous. Doctors performed biopsies on a tumor in Carter's brain on Friday morning and Duke Medicine says in a release that preliminary results show it "appears to be malignant." (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2011-05-28T01:24:33Z)

Golf Capsules

Tim Petrovic (66) and Scott Piercy (69) were three strokes back at 5 under. Nick Watney (68), Joe Ogilvie (70) and Chad Collins (69) followed at 4 under. For the second year in a row, area amateur teenager Jordan Spieth made the cut. He was 3 under after a 68. (Source: AP - NBC Sports 2011-05-28T01:24:33Z)

Gary Carter brain tumor likely malignant

NEW YORK -- A tumor on former New York Mets Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter's brain "appears to be malignant," according to doctors at Duke University. "Following a thorough examination and assessment of Gary Carter, biopsies were performed (Friday ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-05-28T01:31:43Z)

Hall of Famer Gary Carter's tumor likely malignant

N EW YORK — Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter has a brain tumor that Duke University doctors say is likely malignant. The 57-year-old Carter announced last Saturday that an MRI had revealed four small brain tumors on his brain. Duke Medicine says tests ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-05-28T01:17:24Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 5:53 pm

Back on title climb, 'Rampage' Jackson fights in UFC 130 main event

"I'm actually getting good at it now. I made a peacock the other day and it was very beautiful. When I retire, I think I'll be making a lot of finger paintings and put them all over the house. I might sell some on eBay. If you're interested, let me know. (Source: Detroit News 2011-05-28T00:34:27Z)

Investors brace for QE2 final countdown

He added that potential wobbles in the bond market from data disappointment may offer opportunities to sell bonds. Goldman Sachs said its recent growth forecast downgrades in economies of the United States, China and euro zone will erode near-term returns ... (Source: Economic Times 2011-05-28T00:20:08Z)

Backyard storm shelters become relics of the past

Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon said the Joplin twister will prompt consideration of stronger building codes and other measures that could offer protection. But legal solutions only go so far, he cautioned. "I don't know if man could build something strong enough ... (Source: MySanAntonio 2011-05-28T00:12:58Z)

'Taxi,' 'Grease' star Jeff Conaway dead at 60

By then his parents were divorced, and Conaway had spent a great deal of time with his grandparents who lived in the Astoria section of the borough of Queens. "I used to hold in a lot of feelings. I'd smile a lot but I was really miserable. I didn't know ... (Source: Long Beach Press-Telegram 2011-05-27T23:58:39Z)

Memorial Day: Why No Arlington for Dogs?

He was wounded in the leg by retreating Germans and later gassed. He learned to offer a modified salute, lifting his right paw to his right eyebrow. For services that included catching (literally) a German spy, he was made a lifetime member of the American ... (Source: ABC News 2011-05-28T00:05:49Z)

Watch UFC 130: Rampage Jackson vs Matt Hamill Live Stream Ma

Their very own initial deal with at Ultimate fighting championship series Combat Night time: Florian vs .. Lauzon noticed Maynard gain through unanimous determination. Watch UFC 130: Rampage Jackson vs Matt Hamill Live Stream Online Saturday May 28 2011. (Source: Salon 2011-05-28T00:27:17Z)

Clinton: Pakistan must do more against militants

The U.S. relies on Pakistan for transit and supply routes for foreign troops in Afghanistan and will need its help if Afghanistan is to broker a peace deal with Taliban militants. The country is believed to have influence over several Afghan insurgent commanders. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-05-27T18:58:00Z)

Infosys to set up separate company to create IT products

To remain competitive , it is essential to become a full services provider. It can help win long-term and stickier deals." Pai echoed Dhar's view that the two businesses are fundamentally different, and therefore a separate entity for products and ... (Source: Economic Times 2011-05-28T00:27:17Z)

Actor Jeff Conaway dies at 60

His TV credits included "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "Babylon 5" – as well as his appearances on VH1's "Celebrity Fit Club" in 2006 and "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew" in 2008. He is survived by his sister Carla; his wife, Kerri Young Conaway ... (Source: United Press International 2011-05-28T00:12:58Z)

PREVIEW: Zelaya's return to Honduras salvages country's image

But it's taken Honduras two years to regain its standing. Progress was finalized in recent days when Lobo and Zelaya made a deal in the Colombian city of Cartagena de Indias. After Zelaya's return on Saturday, the OAS on Wednesday is to debate and expected ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-05-28T00:05:49Z)

Enter our Best of the Road contest and vote for your community

Consider jumping on the Best of the Road bandwagon. You have until May 30 to go to www.bestoftheroad.com and nominate or vote for a community as the Most Fun, Most Patriotic, Most Beautiful, Best for Food or Friendliest Town in America. Readers and viewers ... (Source: MyCentralJersey.com 2011-05-27T23:37:11Z)

Patrick: DiMasi 'angry' at computer deal crashing

U nder tight security and a swarm of media, Gov. Deval Patrick took the stand today in the corruption trial of former House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi saying their already strained relationship took an "angry" turn when the disgraced pol's pet ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-05-27T23:58:39Z)

Jeff Conaway dies at 60; actor in 'Grease' and 'Taxi'

He later appeared in the soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful" and the 1990s sci-fi TV series "Babylon 5." TV guest shots and roles in films and TV movies followed, as did stories of his substance abuse . Conaway already was known for leaving VH1 's ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-05-27T23:58:39Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 4:50 pm

Giants reeling with season-ending injury to catcher Buster Posey

But in truth there was a dark shroud over the ballpark ... And Posey -- who had dropped the ball -- twisted backward while his foot stayed underneath him. In the force of the collision, his left fibula snapped. His tendons tore. And his season, barring ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2011-05-27T23:30:01Z)

Stocks, Commodities Climb on G-8 Statement as Dollar Weakens

recommended buying shares in European banks. Dexia Dexia SA said it will take a charge of 3.6 billion euros ($5.1 billion) on the anticipated sale of mostly U.S. residential mortgage-backed securities and bond disposals. The cost of insuring against the ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-05-27T11:55:40Z)

Fiat to buy feds stake in Chrysler

The price will be negotiated within 10 business days, or by around June 10. When the sale would happen remains unclear. But Fiat is moving quickly to take a controlling stake in Chrysler, which it has run since the company left bankruptcy protection in ... (Source: Berkeley Voice 2011-05-27T21:56:58Z)

UPDATE 2-Volksbanken Q1 profit quadruples, repeats forecast

In December, Volksbanken put its 51 percent stake in eastern European arm Volksbanken International (VBI) and its sister leasing business up for sale. It said on Friday talks were in progress but gave no detail. Russian lender Sberbank ( SBER03.MM ) is on ... (Source: Reuters 2011-05-27T13:28:43Z)

Residential Roofing Materials: The North American Market - new market research report

This includes individuals and organizations involved in the development, formulation, manufacture, sale and use of roofing products, and related and ancillary businesses, such as raw material suppliers, consultants, distributors, contractors and builders. (Source: Transworld News 2011-05-27T23:08:33Z)

Posey says he's likely out for year

See what effect Buster Posey's injury will have on your fantasy team. He said Thursday he felt terrible about the severity of Posey's injury, adding "the last thing I wanted to do was break the guy's leg." Cousins said he left two voice mail messages for ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-05-27T22:47:04Z)

Dutch government to ban tourists from cannabis shops

Some officials have resisted the measures, saying they will push the soft drug trade underground. Some Dutch border towns including Maastricht and Terneuzen have already restricted the sale of marijuana to foreigners. (Source: Chicago Tribune 2011-05-27T23:08:33Z)

HEDGIN' FOR HOME - METS HOPE TO SELL STAKE TO FUND GURU EINHORN

Barring any snags, both sides hope to close the deal by the end of June. The sale values the team at roughly $1 billion - and must be approved by baseball commissioner Bud Selig. "There is a much better than 50-50 chance a deal happens," a source close to ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-05-27T22:18:26Z)

Body in freezer: no ID, many questions

It's unclear how much money Dunn may have received illegally. Another question—how could no one have known for so long about the chilling secret locked away in a cold dark place? "That's shocking to me and I've been working in aging services since 1995 ... (Source: MyFox Tampa Bay 2011-05-27T22:47:04Z)

Tullytown council

Vote: Approved 6-0. Issue: Table conditional use application for Walmart to allow the sale of garden supplies in the parking lot. Vote: Approved 6-0. Issue: Allow the borough manager and solicitor to prepare a contract with Ronald Smith of Suburban ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-05-27T13:43:02Z)

Stocks, Commodities Climb on G-8 Statement; Treasuries Decline

recommended buying shares in European banks. Dexia Dexia SA rallied 7.2 percent, extending gains after the company said it will take a charge of 3.6 billion euros ($5.1 billion) on the anticipated sale of mostly U.S. residential mortgage-backed securities ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-05-27T13:07:15Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 3:48 pm

Orioles hit high note with streak;Guerrero's single in 12th lifts O's to 5th straight win

Andino led off the 12th with a single off Louis Coleman (0-2), the sixth Kansas City pitcher. Adam Jones popped out trying to lay down a sacrifice bunt and Nick Markakis was intentionally walked before Guerrero hit a bouncing single up the middle for the ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-05-27T22:25:36Z)

UFC 130 Fight Card: Tim Boetsch vs. Kendall Grove In Depth Preview

He also gets beautiful extension on the final delivery, which is just a scary display of technical violence. Against Boetsch, he'll want to keep his waist and hips away while keeping his chin protected. Just like Grove can chain things together in the free ... (Source: Bloodyelbow.com 2011-05-27T22:04:07Z)

Guilty pleas from ex-Nvidia analyst, hedge fund owner boost insider trading case

Earlier Friday, Nguyen, a 39-year-old senior financial analyst at computer-chip manufacturer Nvidia, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge in the case in a cooperation deal. He admitted that he shared inside information with Jiau from 2007 through early 2009. (Source: Silicon Valley 2011-05-27T22:18:26Z)

Three percent decline in property values is bad news for Delray Beach

It's not clear how much the deficit is now, said Mayor Woodie McDuffie. "It's somewhat north of $1 million," McDuffie said. "I'd like to get this police contract out of the way so we can deal with next year's budget." (Source: Weblogs.sun-sentinel.com 2011-05-27T22:11:17Z)

Havana's Sphere of Influence

"He is so beautiful," he said. "It's politics. Of course it's up to Alicia to decide who is staying and who is leaving. It's not even a government policy or something. At least in Russia it was the K.G.B. who would decide who would go and who would not. (Source: New York Times 2011-05-27T22:39:55Z)

Enjoy Munster vs Leinster Rugby Magners League Final Online

Replacements: 16 Denis Fogarty, 17 Tony Buckley, 18 Nick Williams, 19 James Coughlan, 20 Peter Stringer, 21 Tom Gleeson, 22 Scott Deasy. Leinster: 15 Rob Kearney, 14 Girvan Dempsey, 13 Fergus McFadden, 12 Gordon D'Arcy, 11 Isa Nacewa, 10 Jonathan Sexton ... (Source: Salon 2011-05-27T22:04:07Z)

MONEY, TROUBLE FOR PUTRID METS - WILPONS BETTER WATCH OUT FOR NEW 'PARTNER'

Einhorn didn't offer up very much yesterday, not surprisingly. But two different baseball executives with knowledge of the details of the transaction said that one of the deal's details almost certainly included a right of first refusal for Einhorn to ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-05-27T22:25:36Z)

Grocery chain expands $1-a-gallon gas discount

Loyalty-card users get 10 cents off a gallon for every $100 spent on groceries. The deal had been capped at 10 cents per fill-up in most markets. "Especially with gas prices taking a bigger chunk out of household budgets, our customers appreciate being ... (Source: KFVS12 2011-05-27T22:32:45Z)

Hedge fund owner, Nvidia worker guilty on trading

pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge in the case in a cooperation deal. He admitted that he shared inside information with Jiau from 2007 through early 2009. Prosecutors allege that the deal among Nguyen, Jiau and a co-conspirator who worked in the ... (Source: Salon 2011-05-27T22:32:45Z)

NY hedge fund owner admits insider trading role

His Manhattan sentencing is set for Aug. 29. Earlier Friday, a senior financial analyst at computer chips manufacturer Nvidia (en-VIH'-dee-uh) Corp. pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge in the case in a cooperation deal. (Source: The Ledger 2011-05-27T22:25:36Z)

On Top, Unafraid to Step Back

In the basement a cobwebbed Boy Scout meeting room was strewn with dioramas and rummage-sale items. Mr. James ... And it becomes this beautiful thing." By an accident of timing that sweltering first session was followed by a five-night retrospective ... (Source: New York Times 2011-05-27T21:56:58Z)

Danica Patrick is at a crossroads on the eve of the Indy 500

On Friday, for instance, she held a press conference at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to announce a new sponsorship deal with William Rast, an apparel and eyewear firm. In the last 15 months, she's also been driving part-time in NASCAR's second-level ... (Source: Cleveland News - Fox 8 2011-05-27T22:18:26Z)

Deals of the Hour / May 27, 2011, 2:49 pm

Ian Poulter slams course on tough day at Euro PGA Championship

"Maybe we should introduce a scheme like we have with historic buildings in this country," Casey said last year. "Ernie has a beautiful house by the 16th with the thatched roof and old plaster work. Now, he owns it, but that doesn't give him the right to ... (Source: Golf.com 2011-05-27T20:45:23Z)

Eva Mendes tells Chelsea Handler why she won't marry

"I'm not like anti-marriage or the institution for other people. I love the idea of a union, that's very beautiful. I just don't think it should be a piece of paper because society tells me to. "It's a very old fashioned archaic kind of thing. We did it ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2011-05-27T21:28:20Z)

PayPal and eBay sue Google over mobile phone 'wallet'

Customers can also use a Google Prepaid card to pay for purchases and take advantage of Google Offers, the Mountain View, California-based company's online discount coupon program. The company said Google Wallet will be accepted at more than 124,000 US ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-05-27T12:09:59Z)

Cassidy Turley buying part of Carter

Cassidy Turley, a commercial real estate firm based in St. Louis, is buying the brokerage and property management busisesses of Carter, an Atlanta-based company that also operates in Tampa. Mark Burkhart, Cassidy Turley's chief executive, says the addition ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-05-27T20:59:42Z)

Ex-Buckeye says he sold rings for cash

COLUMBUS -- A former Ohio State receiver told the school's student newspaper he sold Big Ten championship rings and other memorabilia for cash and got special car deals. Ray Small, frequently benched, suspended or disciplined during an erratic career at ... (Source: Fremont News-Messenger 2011-05-27T20:16:45Z)

Court clears way for Canada suit vs U.S. Steel

All deals over C$300 million ($306 million) involving a foreign buyer are required to pass a government review to ensure that the takeover provides a "net benefit" to Canada. While the government does not detail what "net benefit" means, it considers ... (Source: Reuters Canada 2011-05-27T20:38:13Z)

Deals wrap: MGM China IPO may be a gamble for investors

Macau casino operator MGM China, co-owned in part by casino mogul Stanley Ho's daughter Pansy Ho, raised $1.5 billion from its Hong Kong initial public offering after pricing it at the top of its indicative range, triggering some concerns about lofty ... (Source: Reuters Blogs 2011-05-27T13:50:12Z)

Eva Mendes Thinks Marriage Is 'Not Personal', Says Institution 'Archaic'?

"I'm not like anti-marriage or the institution for other people. I love the idea of a union, that's very beautiful. I just don't think it should be a piece of paper because society tells me to. "It's a very old fashioned archaic kind of thing. We did it ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2011-05-27T20:09:35Z)

Report: Ray Small backpedals on statement

Small, who told the school's student newspaper that he sold Big Ten championship rings and other memorabilia for cash and got special car deals during his playing days, backpedaled Friday, saying his words were taken out of context. In a report by WBNS ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-05-27T21:28:20Z)

Is Google Wallet What Mobile Payments Need to Succeed?

To date, however, it's unclear how Deals has fared, especially after Facebook launched a daily-discount service, also called Deals , in April. Facebook representatives did not respond to requests for comment. Other payment processors may feel the pinch ... (Source: PC Magazine 2011-05-27T12:52:56Z)

Biz Break: Bay Area biofuel IPO: Solazyme climbs 15% in debut

The group's Pending Home Sales Index -- based on signed deals that haven't closed yet -- was down 11.6 percent from March and 26.5 percent from April 2010, when the market benefited from tax credits for many homebuyers. "The pullback in contract signings ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2011-05-27T20:31:04Z)

Kratos Awarded $12.8M Task Order to Provide Rocket Launch Services, Related Products, Engineering Support and Hardware for Ballistic Missile Defense Programs

Dave Carter, President of Kratos' Defense Engineering Solutions (DES) Division noted, "We are extremely pleased with this award. The specialized products, engineering and technical services to be provided by Kratos under this task order will support the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-05-27T12:09:59Z)

Collecting special: A place of his own

And when it eventually opened, the people who had protested – they had even demonstrated in the park, even old people who couldn't walk – they said, 'If we had known how beautiful it would be, we wouldn't have been against it'." As soon as it ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-05-27T21:28:20Z)

Former OSU Player: Student Paper 'Flipped My Words Around'

Small told the newspaper that he sold his Big 10 championship rings to make ends meet and that the "best deals" came from working with car dealerships. Among the players who didn't appreciate his allegations was center Mike Brewster, who tweeted ... (Source: Mediabistro.com 2011-05-27T21:06:51Z)

Trio tied for 2-shot lead at BMW PGA Championship

Casey said. "One of the beautiful things about Wentworth is always the great finish and the fact that guys could finish with maybe four threes (two birdies, two eagles) and shoot up that leaderboard. It's very, very difficult now." (Source: PennLive.com 2011-05-27T21:06:51Z)

Google wants to replace your wallet with its Wallet (but you still pay)

It will be interesting to see what kind of deals Google can get to pull people in.  At the event today Google hinted at half-price seats for baseball games.  That's a pretty good start, and if Google can really move major league teams to offer mobile ... (Source: Fortune Tech 2011-05-27T20:09:35Z)

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