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Deals of the Hour / September 25, 2010, 11:40 am

Judge approves sale of 4 cemeteries held by secretary of state's office

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The secretary of state's office says a judge has approved the sale of four cemeteries placed into receivership. After approving bidders on the four cemeteries from an early August auction, Prentiss County Chancery Judge John Hatcher ... (Source: WREG 2010-09-24T12:21:22Z)

Cast of Lady Liberty's nose unsold at NY auction

NEW YORK — Lady Liberty has been jilted at an auction of iconic items in New York City. A copper cast of the tip of the Statue of Liberty's nose that was up for sale Friday went unsold. The nose, which was expected to fetch between $150,000 and $200,000 ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-09-25T04:06:16Z)

Cast of Lady Liberty's nose unsold at NYC auction

Lady Liberty has been jilted at an auction of iconic items in New York City. A copper cast of the tip of the Statue of Liberty's nose that was up for sale on Friday went unsold. The nose, which was expected to fetch between $150,000 and $200,000, was one ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-25T07:33:51Z)

99 cent iPhone games from Capcom this weekend

It may not be every game in their iPhone catalogue, and not every game is necessarily going to appeal to the Gamezebo audience, but Capcom is having an App Store sale that's simply too good to leave go unmentioned. If you're looking to pick up a trivia ... (Source: Gamezebo 2010-09-24T20:13:49Z)

Hewitt's $4.9B sale to Aon to close around Oct. 1

The $4.9 billion sale of human resources specialist Hewitt Associates Inc. to Aon Corp. is expected to be completed on or around Oct. 1, the two companies said Friday. Shareholders of the two companies approved the deal on Monday. The buyout is still ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-24T16:24:45Z)

Jewels owned by Wallis Simpson on show before sale

Sotheby's is taking jewels once owned by American socialite Wallis Simpson — and the king who gave up his British crown for her — on an international tour before offering them at auction. The brooches, bracelets and other gems are on display in London ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-23T16:33:06Z)

Can Clearwire Bank On A Relationship With T-Mobile USA?

Clearwire ( NSDQ: CLWR ) is sounding fairly confident that an investment or network-sharing agreement with T-Mobile USA is in the works, but there's evidence that the deal isn't necessarily in the bag. The two companies have confirmed they are in talks ... (Source: paidContent.org 2010-09-24T21:03:55Z)

Duchess of Windsor's jewels back on sale at Sotheby's

Jewellery from a royal love story went on show today before a £3 million auction in London in November. But one of the most spectacular pieces on offer she bought herself — a striking flamingo brooch, ablaze with ... (Source: Evening Standard 2010-09-23T14:31:24Z)

Aon, Hewitt stockholders OK $4.9B sale

The $4.9 billion sale of human resources specialist Hewitt Associates to Aon was approved by the shareholders of both companies Monday. The buyout is still subject to regulatory approvals. The cash and stock deal, first announced July 12, is expected to ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-20T17:12:27Z)

Duchess of Windsor jewels embark on world tour

London—Pieces from a renowned collection of jewelry once owned by Wallis Simpson, the infamous Duchess of Windsor, will hit the auction block at Sotheby's in late November. But first, the jewels are embarking on an international tour. Included among the ... (Source: National Jeweler 2010-09-25T01:50:15Z)

Judge approves cemetery transfers

The secretary of state's office says a judge has approved the sale of four cemeteries placed into receivership. After approving bidders on the four cemeteries from an early August auction, Prentiss County Chancery Judge John Hatcher on Thursday ordered the ... (Source: Jackson Clarion-Ledger 2010-09-25T06:00:48Z)

Judge approves sale of cemeteries

JACKSON — The secretary of state's office says a judge has approved the sale of four cemeteries placed into receivership. After approving bidders on the four cemeteries from an early August auction, Prentiss County Chancery Judge John Hatcher on ... (Source: Biloxi Sun Herald 2010-09-25T03:59:06Z)

U.K. Labour Party picks Ed Miliband for leader

Britain's opposition Labour Party elected Ed Miliband as its new leader Saturday at a conference in Manchester. Miliband, 40, faced five rivals for the leadership, including his brother, David Miliband, 45. While the brothers were considered front-runners ... (Source: MSN Canada News 2010-09-25T18:10:56Z)

Ratliff motivated' by memories of his grandparents

IRVING, Texas - Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff returned to the practice Friday and will play against the Houston Texans on Sunday with a heavy heart and a renewed spirit after burying his grandparents this week in Hahira, Ga. Willie Ratliff, 84 ... (Source: Victoria Advocate 2010-09-25T01:35:56Z)

Jay Ratliff talks about the loss of his grandparents

IRVING -- Starting nose tackle Jay Ratliff returned to the practice fields at Valley Ranch on Friday after missing two days to attend the funeral of his grandparents. Ratliff spoke to a small group of reporters following Friday's practice. He was subdued ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-24T19:30:52Z)

UPDATE 1-Clearwire eyes debt as part of new funding

NEW YORK, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Clearwire Corp ( CLWR.O ) expects its next funding round to be debt with an equity investment from a company such as T-Mobile USA or money from a wireless spectrum sale, its chief executive said on Thursday. Clearwire, a ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-23T21:40:54Z)

Hewitt Associates' $4.9B sale to Aon to close around Oct. 1

(AP) — The $4.9 billion sale of human resources specialist Hewitt Associates Inc. to Aon Corp. is expected to be completed on or around Oct. 1, the two companies said Friday. Shareholders of the two companies approved the deal on Monday. The buyout is ... (Source: Crain's Chicago Business 2010-09-25T04:56:22Z)

Brazil basks in record Petrobras deal

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hailed a "new chapter in Brazil's development" on Friday after state oil company Petrobras sold $70 billion in shares at a higher-than-expected price, a record deal that could make the country one ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-09-24T18:26:26Z)

Clearwire eyes debt as part of new funding

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Clearwire Corp expects its next funding round to be debt with an equity investment from a company such as T-Mobile USA or money from a wireless spectrum sale, its chief executive said on Thursday. Clearwire, a wireless venture that is ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-23T21:48:03Z)

Select Capcom iPhone Games on Sale this Weekend for 99 Cents

This is just a quickie for the iPhone gamers out there. I know you're out there, and I know you love retro gaming goodness. What comes to mind when you hear the name Capcom ? Mega Man? Street Fighter? Both solid series' for sure, and for years and ... (Source: Intomobile.com 2010-09-24T07:13:34Z)

Ed Miliband Elected as U.K. Opposition Labour Leader

(Updates with comment from Ed Miliband in fourth paragraph, Conservatives in sixth.) Sept. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Ed Miliband was elected leader of the U.K. Labour Party, beating his elder brother David in the race to head the only national opposition to Prime ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-25T17:56:37Z)

Cast of Lady Liberty's nose unsold at NYC auction

N EW YORK — Lady Liberty has been jilted at an auction of iconic items in New York City. A copper cast of the tip of the Statue of Liberty's nose that was up for sale on Friday went unsold. The nose, which was expected to fetch between $150,000 and $ ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-25T18:18:06Z)

UPDATE 3-Brazil basks in record Petrobras deal, shares sag

SAO PAULO, Sept 24 (Reuters) - President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hailed a "new chapter in Brazil's development" on Friday after state oil company Petrobras sold $70 billion in shares at a higher-than-expected price, a record deal that could make the ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-09-24T18:26:26Z)

Britain's Labour Party Elects Ed Miliband As Leader

Britain's opposition Labour Party elected young lawmaker Ed Miliband as its surprise new leader Saturday, after he narrowly defeated his elder and better-known brother in a close run contest to replace ousted Prime Minister Gordon Brown. The siblings ... (Source: NPR News 2010-09-25T18:10:56Z)

Petrobras Raises Record $70 Billion Through Share Sale

Brazilian energy giant Petroleo Brasileiro SA, better known as Petrobras (NYSE: PBR ) , shattered previous share-sale records by raising nearly $70 billion from a share sale, proving wrong the critics who had warned that the company's offering would not ... (Source: Motley Fool 2010-09-25T16:30:43Z)

Petrobras Raises $70 Billion as Investors Bet on Output Growth

Sept. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Petroleo Brasileiro SA, Brazil's state-controlled oil producer, raised as much as $70 billion in the world's largest share sale as investors bet on its plans to double output within a decade by tapping offshore fields. Petrobras ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-24T16:24:45Z)

Street Fighter IV no longer on sale for iPhone

Highly acclaimed brawler Street Fighter IV has disappeared from the App Store. We've contacted publisher Capcom for details. It's an unusual development for a game that has enjoyed much success - deservedly, at that. With colourful visuals, good controls ... (Source: Pocket Gamer 2010-09-16T17:45:49Z)

Petrobras Raises $70 Billion as Investors See Growth

(Updates share price in 10th paragraph.) Sept. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Petroleo Brasileiro SA, Brazil's state-controlled oil producer, raised as much as $70 billion in the world's largest share sale as investors bet on its plans to double output within a ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-24T19:09:23Z)

Cowboys' Jay Ratliff deals with tragedy

Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff will miss practice Wednesday and Thursday while attending the funeral for his grandparents, according to ESPNDallas.com . Willie and Arletha Ratliff died tragically in a house fire last week in Hahira, Ga., that ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-22T14:46:54Z)

Brazil oil company Petrobras aims at offshore reserves with $70B stock offer, world's largest

BIG DEAL: Petroleo Brasileiro SA , or Petrobras, Brazil's state-run energy company, raised $70 billion through the sale of more than 4 billion common and preferred shares in Brazil and the U.S. BIG OIL: The money will fund Petrobras' ambitious $224 billion ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-09-24T18:19:17Z)

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