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Deals of the Hour / September 26, 2010, 2:40 am

U.S. Ambassador Pushes Security Goals At U.N.

International aid led the agenda of the opening days of the 65th U.N. General Assembly. But Susan Rice, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, also hopes to address security issues at the world body, from Iran's nuclear ambitions to concerns about Sudan ... (Source: NPR News 2010-09-22T23:29:28Z)

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)

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)

Dot Hill Inks Key Indian Distribution Partnership with Knitlogix Expanding Global Reach of Storage S

Dot Hill Systems Corp. (Nasdaq: HILL), a provider of world-class storage solutions and software for OEMs, open storage partners and system integrators, today announced a new distribution agreement with global technology integrator Knitlogix Pvt, Ltd ... (Source: Melodika.net 2010-09-25T19:44:00Z)

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)

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)

Holdout over: Marcus McNeill signs 1-year deal with Chargers

SAN DIEGO -- Chargers left tackle Marcus McNeill ended his holdout Saturday when he signed his one-year contract tender as a restricted free agent. However, he must sit out the next three games because he and wide receiver Vincent Jackson were placed on ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-09-26T08:29:56Z)

Petrobras raises $70B in offer, world's largest

The exploration and production of Brazil's massive offshore oil reserves is the driving force behind the globe's biggest-ever share offering. Petroleo Brasileiro SA, or Petrobras, the South American nation's state-run energy company, raised $70 billion ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-24T20:28:08Z)

CEO Jeff Zucker Leaving NBC Universal After Comcast Acquisition

Zucker had a history of taking a hard-nosed stance with technology company negations. In fact, he recently shot down Apple's plan to offer NBC TV shows for just 99 cents. On Thursday Zucker said, "We do not think 99 cents is the right price point for our ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-09-24T19:52:20Z)

Disney Teams With Magic For New Amway Center

WESH.com ORLANDO, Fla. -- Walt Disney World is now the official theme park of the Orlando Magic. The resort struck a multiyear agreement with the NBA team that includes naming rights to a portion of the new Amway Center. The center is scheduled to open in ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-25T19:44:00Z)

Some videos and images from Orlando Magic's Disney partnership

The Orlando Magic and Disney announced a partnership on Friday, anointing Disney the official theme park of the team. Disney will be all over the Amway Center — among other team sponsors — most visibly at the arena's entrance, which will be called ... (Source: ProBasketballNews.com 2010-09-24T19:30:52Z)

Disney, Orlando Magic sign partnership deal

Disney Parks announced a deal with the Orlando Magic this morning that makes Walt Disney World "the official theme park" of the team and designates Disney Cruise Line as a team partner as well. On its corporate blog, Disney said the company has signed a ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-09-24T15:27:29Z)

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)

Haynesworth says contract doesn't make him 'slave'

WASHINGTON — Albert Haynesworth said Saturday his $100 million contract doesn't make him a slave to the Washington Redskins. In an interview with 106.7 The Fan, the two-time All-Pro defensive tackle said the big paychecks don't mean he can't push back ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-09-26T08:44:15Z)

Chargers left tackle Marcus McNeill ends holdout, signs 1-year deal

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Chargers left tackle Marcus McNeill ended his holdout Saturday when he signed his one-year contract tender as a restricted free agent. However, he must sit out the next three games because he and wide receiver Vincent Jackson were placed ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-09-26T08:51:24Z)

Nuclear Impasse May Prompt Renewed Diplomatic Offer to Iran

Sept. 22 (Bloomberg) -- The U.S. and other world powers will assess the impact of sanctions on Iran over its nuclear pursuits at a meeting today at the United Nations, while holding out the prospect of diplomacy to resolve the dispute. Secretary of State ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-22T01:46:39Z)

Chargers strike deal with LT Marcus McNeill

C hargers left tackle Marcus McNeill ended his holdout yesterday when he signed his one-year contract tender as a restricted free agent. However, he must sit out the next three games because he and wide receiver Vincent Jackson were placed on the roster ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-26T05:23:49Z)

iSkysoft DVD Ripper for Mac 20% Discount – Support Apple iPad and iPhone 4, iPod Touch 4

During the time for back-to-school specials, video-converter-mac.org offers its customers 20% discount on iSkysoft DVD Ripper for Mac. iSkysoft Studio, a professional developer of Mac multimedia processing tools, is pleased to announce its flagship product ... (Source: pressreleasepoint.com 2010-09-20T05:16:37Z)

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)

Interview with Ambassador Susan Rice

Ambassador, thanks very much for joining us. I know it's been a very busy week with the United Nations General Assembly in town. Let me get to a couple of questions on Afghanistan. Then I want to move on to some other U.N.-related issues. The new book by ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2010-09-21T23:59:17Z)

NBC Universal CEO to leave when Comcast takes over

N EW YORK — NBC Universal chief Jeff Zucker, who rose from a youthful producer at the "Today" show to run the multifaceted media business, said he would step down after cable provider Comcast takes control of the company later this year. Zucker, the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-26T04:26:33Z)

Is Apple planning an 'iPad Nano?'

Rumors out of China point to a new round of downsizing over at Apple, with both a new 7-inch iPad and an 11.6-inch replacement for the aging MacBook Air almost ready for release. Word from Apple's production facilities in Shenzhen says there are five ... (Source: DVICE 2010-09-24T20:13:49Z)

Redskins still willing to deal Haynesworth

The Washington Redskins remain open to trading defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth but aren't willing to budge on their asking price, The Washington Post reports. On Saturday, Haynesworth provided a Washington radio station with his side of the story of ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-09-26T03:14:58Z)

Albert Haynesworth says $100 million contract doesn't make him a 'slave' to Redskins

WASHINGTON — Albert Haynesworth said Saturday his $100 million contract doesn't make him a slave to the Washington Redskins. In an interview with 106.7 The Fan, the two-time All-Pro defensive tackle said the big paychecks don't mean he can't push back ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-09-26T08:51:24Z)

Brazil's huge oil reserves fuel largest-ever share offer

SAO PAULO, Brazil - The exploration and production of Brazil's huge offshore oil reserves is the driving force behind the globe's biggest-ever share offering. Petroleo Brasileiro SA, or Petrobras, the nation's state-run energy company, raised $70 billion ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-09-25T07:12:23Z)

Jeff Zucker to leave NBC Universal when Comcast deal closes

The meeting was amicable and cordial, but Comcast Corp. executive Stephen Burke got his point across: "Steve made it clear that they wanted me to go at close," said Jeff Zucker of NBC Universal Inc. So it's official. NBC Universal's top executive, Jeffrey ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-09-26T08:15:37Z)

Dot Hill signs India distribution deal

LONGMONT - Data-storage firm Dot Hill Systems Corp. (Nasdaq: HILL) contracted with Knitlogiz Pvt. LTD to have Dot Hill's products distributed in India. Knitlogix, based in Hyderabad, India, will market, integrate and support the entire line of Dot Hill ... (Source: Boulder County Business Report 2010-09-24T19:16:33Z)

Dot Hill Inks Key Indian Distribution Partnership with Knitlogix Expanding Global Reach of ...

LONGMONT, Colo., Sept 24, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Dot Hill Systems Corp. (Nasdaq: HILL), a provider of world-class storage solutions and software for OEMs, open storage partners and system integrators, today announced a new distribution agreement ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-09-24T15:56:07Z)

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)

iPod nano Becomes a Dancing Robot [VIDEO]

Love your new iPod nano? How would you like to see it dance around like a little robot? As you can see in the video below, with a little technical wizardry, it can be done. A hacker called PachimonDotCom has already turned both the iPhone and the iPad into ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-09-24T10:12:31Z)

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