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Deals of the Hour / September 29, 2010, 1:40 am

5 Reasons RIM's PlayBook Isn't Ready for Business

However, there are at least five reasons why anyone thinking of buying a PlayBook should wait. 1. The BlackBerry Tablet OS Built on the QNX Neutrino microkernel architecture, part of a RIM acquisition of QNX Software Systems, the OS is incompatible with ... (Source: CIO 2010-09-28T18:57:29Z)

Richmond police chief rear-ended by driver fiddling with her cell phone

It's bad enough to get in a crash while fiddling with a cell phone, but a motorist in Richmond had even worse luck Friday. Not only did she rear-end the driver in front of her -- he turned out to be the city's chief of police. The 58-year-old woman, a ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-27T23:02:03Z)

Phillies clinch NL East crown again behind Halladay gem

WASHINGTON -- The Philadelphia Phillies are the NL East champions for the fourth consecutive year and, fittingly, Roy Halladay helped seal the deal this time with a two-hitter. Halladay earned his 21st win with his fourth shutout and ninth complete game ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-09-28T01:46:42Z)

Mexico: No confirmed landslide deaths, 11 missing

OAXACA, Mexico—A huge mudslide first thought to have buried hundreds of people has left only 11 missing and there are no confirmed dead, authorities said Tuesday night, backing off earlier predictions of a catastrophe in Mexico's rain-soaked southern ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-29T02:21:18Z)

MetLife, Anglo Irish, Amedisys, United-Continental: Compliance

Regulators in three U.S. states have started or widened examinations of how life insurers pay beneficiaries after a federal judge described MetLife Inc. 's marketing of asset accounts as "inherently deceptive," even as he dismissed the underlying ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-09-29T04:30:09Z)

Southwest deal could mean more flights in Oklahoma

It means passengers should have more options for flights and connections, which could reduce delays and cancellations. "I think it will open up a lot of opportunities to Oklahoma City ," said Will Rogers spokeswoman Karen Carney . "We've talked to AirTran ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-09-29T03:11:25Z)

GM Indy plant deal fails

A months-long battle to save a General Motors Co. stamping plant in Indianapolis ended bitterly, with UAW Local 23 members voting 456-96 against a deal to sell the factory and accept pay cuts negotiated by regional and national union leaders. Addison, Ill ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-29T04:58:47Z)

Apple Declines After RIM Unveils PlayBook, a Competitor to IPad

Apple Inc. fell in Nasdaq trading after Research In Motion Ltd. introduced a tablet computer that may compete with Apple's IPad. RIM, maker of the BlackBerry smartphone, unveiled the PlayBook tablet yesterday. Hewlett-Packard Co., Samsung Electronics Co ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-09-28T15:29:54Z)

Phillies win fourth straight NL East title

WASHINGTON - One by one, they trickled out of the infield and down the concrete steps before disappearing into visitors' clubhouse of a mostly empty stadium. There was plenty of hugging and hand-shaking and on-the-back patting. But for a few precious ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-09-29T07:00:28Z)

RIM BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet to Compete with iPad

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM) unveiled a tablet computer on Monday that it hopes will leapfrog Apple's (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPad with its potential for social networking, media publishing and corporate uses. The tablet ... (Source: Channel Insider 2010-09-28T13:21:03Z)

No confirmed landslide deaths in Mexico

OAXACA, Mexico - A huge mudslide first thought to have buried hundreds of people has left only 11 missing and there are no confirmed dead, authorities said Tuesday night, backing off earlier predictions of a catastrophe in Mexico's rain-soaked southern ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-09-29T06:39:00Z)

Union rejects concessions at GM plant in Indianapolis

Indianapolis -- A months-long battle to save a General Motors Co. stamping plant here that pitted rank-and-file UAW members against top union officials over whether autoworkers should accept pay cuts to keep jobs ended bitterly today. Addison, Ill.-based ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-29T04:08:41Z)

NBC Universal CEO to leave when Comcast takes over

NEW 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: Forbes 2010-09-24T21:11:05Z)

Source: Carmelo Anthony deal dead

A person with knowledge of the discussions says a four-way deal that would have sent Nuggets All-Star Carmelo Anthony to New Jersey is "dead." The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity yesterday because he wasn't authorized ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-29T05:27:25Z)

Woman rear-ends Richmond police chief, not cited

RICHMOND, Calif.—Authorities say a Pinole woman won't be cited for causing a traffic accident in Richmond—even though she rear-ended the city's police chief while looking down at her cell phone. The Contra Costa Times reports the 58-year-old woman ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-28T10:50:43Z)

No confirmed deaths in Mexico landslide; 11 missing

OAXACA, Mexico — A huge mudslide first thought to have buried hundreds of people has left only 11 missing, and there are no confirmed dead, authorities said Tuesday night, backing off earlier predictions of a catastrophe in Mexico's rain-soaked southern ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-09-29T06:53:19Z)

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 2010-09-25T07:12:23Z)

Asian stock markets mixed as Europe finance jitters offset flurry of corporate deals

Last update: September 27, 2010 - 10:32 PM TOKYO - Asian stock markets were mixed Tuesday as renewed worries about the health of Europe's banks offset optimism from a flurry of corporate deal making. The region's lackluster performance followed a down ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-09-28T03:34:04Z)

BASEBALL NOTEBOOK: Phillies make it 4 NL East titles in row

The Philadelphia Phillies are the National League East champions for the fourth consecutive season, and Roy Halladay helped seal the deal this time with a two-hitter. Halladay earned his 21st victory with his fourth shutout and ninth complete game -- all ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-09-28T04:59:58Z)

All-Star Carmelo Anthony practices with Nuggets; four-team deal involving New Jersey 'dead'

We also have more stories about: (click the phrases to see a list) DENVER — Carmelo Anthony is focused on hoops, not the hoopla surrounding his future in Denver. Anthony joined his Nuggets teammates on the first day of training camp Tuesday, calling the ... (Source: Republic 2010-09-29T00:33:56Z)

Comcast to push aside NBC Universal CEO Jeff Zucker, ending his long career at network

NEW YORK (AP) — 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: Chicago Tribune 2010-09-24T19:38:01Z)

RIM announces the PlayBook

RIM put the rest of the world on notice that it's not just a boring, yet eminently reliable, buttoned-up smartphone maker anymore. As was widely rumored, RIM did unveil its first non-smartphone device today at the opening keynote event at its DevCon ... (Source: CNET Asia 2010-09-28T11:12:12Z)

Too early to tell what Southwest-AirTran merger would mean for PHL

If Southwest Airlines Co. succeeds in closing its deal to buy AirTran Airways, the legendary discount fares and service Southwest is famous for could take hold in more Southeastern U.S. cities, and eventually could mean cheaper air tickets to Atlanta for ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-09-29T07:00:28Z)

Analysis: BlackBerry PlayBook feeds RIM's corporate strength

TORONTO (Reuters) - Even though the BlackBerry PlayBook has the technical prowess to impress the most discerning tech connoisseurs, few consumers will get their hands on Research In Motion's new tablet until after the holidays. The Canadian tech leader ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-28T21:13:30Z)

Driver rear-ends Richmond police chief

It's bad enough to get in a crash while fiddling with a cell phone, but a motorist in Richmond had even worse luck Friday. Not only did she rear-end the driver in front of her -- he turned out to be the city's chief of police. The 58-year-old woman, a ... (Source: Vallejo Times-Herald 2010-09-28T07:58:56Z)

World markets slide as bank worries offset deals

World stock markets sank Tuesday as renewed worries about the health of Europe's banks offset optimism from a flurry of corporate deal making. The lackluster performance in Asia and Europe followed a down session on Wall Street, where losses were led by ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-28T08:41:53Z)

Southwest-AirTran deal will change travel for many

Southwest Airlines agreed to buy AirTran this week for $1.4 billion. When the combination is complete, fliers — especially those used to AirTran — will notice plenty of changes, from the way they book to the way they board. Here's a look at four ways ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-29T04:30:09Z)

Workers reject contract, potential plant buyer walks

INDIANAPOLIS - Turned down by union workers Monday, Illinois businessman Justin Norman won't come back with a sweeter bid to buy GM's huge Indianapolis metal plant. "We are withdrawing from pursuing the plant any further," JD Norman Industries announced ... (Source: Lafayette Journal and Courier 2010-09-28T11:40:50Z)

Blackberry maker creates iPad competitor

Instead of the "BlackPad" , RIM is calling its 7-inch, camera-packing tablet the BlackBerry PlayBook. CEO Mike Lazaridis showed off the long-rumored device during the keynote of RIM's BlackBerry developer conference in San Francisco on Monday. RIM says its ... (Source: WDBO Radio 2010-09-28T18:28:51Z)

Sports digest: Four-way deal for Nuggets Carmelo Anthony 'dead'

A four-way deal that would have sent Carmelo Anthony to New Jersey is "dead," a person with knowledge of the discussions told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to speak publicly about the trade. Anthony joined his ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-29T04:37:19Z)

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