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Deals of the Hour / September 30, 2010, 3:41 am

Exclusive 3D Footage of TRON: Legacy and TANGLED to Leap Out at Delegates of The 3D Experience Festival

NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 3D Experience, New York's first Annual 3D Entertainment and Technology Festival, today unveiled the line-up for its Executive Forum "Special 3D Sneak Peeks" screening, which will feature a special viewing of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-20T16:15:11Z)

3-time champion Alberto Contador tests positive for banned stimulant at Tour de France

PARIS — Three-time Tour de France champion Alberto Contador of Spain tested positive for a banned stimulant while winning this year's race and has been suspended by cycling's governing body. A World Anti-Doping Agency-accredited lab in Cologne, Germany ... (Source: Republic 2010-09-30T06:23:30Z)

Palestinians reiterate no peace talks without settlement freeze ahead of meeting with US envoy

We also have more stories about: (click the phrases to see a list) Palestinian militants of the Popular Resistance Committee burn mock Israeli and American flags during a rally in Gaza City, Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010. Washington's special Mideast envoy on ... (Source: Republic 2010-09-30T10:19:43Z)

Actors Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub are attending the Milwaukee Film Festival this year.

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Actors Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub are attending the Milwaukee Film Festival this year. Sarandon will appear Saturday for a screening of her 1991 film, "Thelma & Louise," at the Landmark Oriental Theatre. She will be interviewed by a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-25T00:45:50Z)

Quick resolutions expected to hurdles in Southwest Airlines-AirTran deal

Southwest Airlines stands to gain traffic, revenue, passengers, markets and other desirable things when it acquires AirTran Holdings. But the $1.4 billion cash and stock deal also carries pitfalls to be avoided and hurdles to be jumped to make the purchase ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-09-29T16:47:27Z)

Inside A Smartphone Rollout With Life and Death Consequences

CIO — Tired of carrying around pagers, doctors at Emory Southern University Hospital wanted to receive pages on their BlackBerries, iPhones and Androids. After all, the pager seemed like a relic compared to today's smartphones running cool apps and ... (Source: CIO 2010-09-29T19:39:15Z)

Associated Estates Realty Corp. plans to sell 8 million shares of common stock

Associated Estates Realty Corp. (NYSE: AEC) plans to sell 8 million shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. The real estate investment trust that specializes in apartment properties plans to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to ... (Source: Crain's Cleveland Business 2010-09-28T14:18:19Z)

Associated Estates prices 8M shares at $13.60 each

Property owner Associated Estates Realty Corp. said Tuesday it priced 8 million shares in a public offering at $13.60 apiece, a discount to the stock's previous closing price. The news sent shares down 92 cents, or 6.4 percent, to $13.56 in afternoon ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-28T17:45:54Z)

Hollywood studio MGM's creditors reconsider $2 billion offer from Indian conglomerate Sahara

LOS ANGELES — Indian conglomerate Sahara India Pariwar says that the creditors of struggling Hollywood studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. have agreed to reconsider its $2 billion cash offer for the company. The development marks a reversal from last week ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-09-29T01:09:43Z)

Sahara $2B Bid Reconsidered By MGM

Last week it was reported  a two billion dollar offer from Indian conglomerate Sahara India Pariwar was rejected by MGM.  But now an article in Businessweek  says the offer is being reconsidered by creditors. Additionally, Sahara has chosen an ... (Source: TheOneRing.net 2010-09-29T15:57:21Z)

U.S. Discount Airlines: One Boeing, One Airbus?

I've long argued that the U.S. airline industry would consolidate down to three major carriers with global networks and three major discounters. But maybe there will be only two big discounters – one flying Boeing jets and the other Airbus. The bold ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-09-27T14:40:59Z)

US pressing Israel to halt West Bank construction

Washington's special Mideast envoy on Wednesday was trying to wring an agreement out of Israel to bar new West Bank settlement construction and put foundering peace talks back on track. President Barack Obama dispatched George Mitchell on an emergency ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-29T13:05:33Z)

MGM reconsiders $2 bln offer from India's Sahara

Indian conglomerate Sahara India Pariwar says that the creditors of struggling Hollywood studio Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. have agreed to reconsider its $2 billion cash offer for the company. The development marks a reversal from last week, when Sahara said ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-29T00:55:24Z)

Wisconsin Film Star Shows Off Movie in Milwaukee, at Lambeau

MILWAUKEE - Green Bay native and Hollywood heavweight Tony Shalhoub has come to town. His latest movie, "Feed the Fish" was filmed in Door County and the comedy debuts at the Milwaukee Film Festival. But his trailer will also have a most unusual place ... (Source: Newsradio 620 2010-09-29T13:55:39Z)

Tron's arduous journey back into cinemas

Two years ago, near the back of a crowded screening room at Comic-Con, someone managed to record the entire teaser trailer for Tron: Legacy , which at the time was titled TR2N . No cameras of any sort were allowed. The video, which stretched nearly three ... (Source: CNET Asia 2010-09-30T09:00:59Z)

Saints Sign Carney; Hartley Remains On Roster

WAPT.com The New Orleans Saints have signed 46-year-old kicker John Carney -- two days after incumbent kicker Garrett Hartley missed a chip shot field goal that would have kept the team undefeated on the young season. Carney, who played for the Saints from ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-30T04:43:17Z)

Disney shows no fear in previewing 'Tron Legacy' and 'Tangled'

There is something special about a movie when you've had the opportunity to watch 20 or so minutes of footage twice within one week and you already want to see it again. For this writer, the last time anything close to that feeling occurred was with "Star ... (Source: HitFix 2010-09-30T08:39:30Z)

State GOP won't appeal ballot ruling -- for now

State lawmakers met in July to work out the legislation that created the special election. They made the race separate from the general election, but did not require separate ballots. Stuart continued to accuse Secretary of State Natalie Tennant of ... (Source: Charleston Gazette 2010-09-28T23:15:11Z)

GOP blasts Tennant after declining lawsuit challenge

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- The state Republican Party announced Tuesday it would not continue to challenge the layout of the ballot for the upcoming special U.S. Senate race. The decision ends a short but bitter legal battle that threatened to derail the rapidly ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-09-29T04:15:50Z)

Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub to Attend Milwaukee Film Festival

Sep 28 (THAINDIAN NEWS) The Milwaukee Film Festival will be running through October third this year, and Susan Sarandon and Tony Shalhoub are planning to attend. Sarandon is due to appear on Saturday for a screening of her 1991 movie "Thelma and Louise ... (Source: Thaindian.com 2010-09-28T20:09:04Z)

RAMALLAH, WEST BANK: Palestinians rigid ahead of talks

The Palestinians dug in ahead of a crucial meeting today with Washington's Mideast envoy, saying they can't be expected to continue peace talks unless Israel reverses a decision to lift restrictions on West Bank settlement construction. Neither side ... (Source: Olympian 2010-09-30T07:06:27Z)

'Facebook: Is My Child Safe?' Special to Air on SIRIUS XM's Doctor Radio

Facebook's Chief Security Officer, leading child psychologists and a social networking expert offer parents tips, guidelines, and advice Tips on how to spot warning signs, what to do if your child is addicted, how to open the lines of communication and ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-09-16T23:15:06Z)

Saints QB Brees has sore knee; RB Thomas doubtful for Week 4

Quarterback Drew Brees was not listed on the New Orleans Saints' injury report Wednesday because he took every snap in practice. But he is battling soreness in his left knee and wore a brace throughout practice after taking a hit late in the fourth quarter ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-09-30T06:59:17Z)

Associated Estates prices 8 million shares in public offering at $13.60 apiece; stock tumbles

CLEVELAND — Property owner Associated Estates Realty Corp. said Tuesday it priced 8 million shares in a public offering at $13.60 apiece, a discount to the stock's previous closing price. The news sent shares down 92 cents, or 6.4 percent, to $13.56 in ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-09-28T18:00:13Z)

Flight Plan 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: The Daily News Online 2010-09-30T05:11:55Z)

John Carney brings a lot to the New Orleans Saints special teams: video

Wtih the New Orleans Saints bringing in kicker John Carney, it will mean that current kicker Garrett Hartley will have a mentor. The Times-Picayune's Mike Triplett and James Varney talk about Carney coming in. (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-09-29T20:50:50Z)

Riders at road cycling worlds reserve judgment on Alberto Contador's suspension for doping

Fabian Cancellara from Switzerland stands on the winners podium after the men's elite time trial at the World Road Cycling Championships in Geelong, Australia, Thursday, Sept. 30, 2010. (AP Photo/Andrew Brownbill, Pool) GEELONG, Australia — Rider ... (Source: Republic 2010-09-30T09:15:18Z)

Tour champion Alberto Contador tests positive, suspended

P ARIS — Three-time Tour de France champion Alberto Contador tested positive for a banned drug while winning this year's race and has been suspended by cycling's governing body, dealing a potentially crushing blow to his sport's efforts to shake ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-30T09:00:59Z)

GOP drops legal challenge to special election ballot

The state Republican Party announced Tuesday it would not continue to challenge the layout of the ballot for the upcoming special U.S. Senate race. The decision ends a short but bitter legal battle that threatened to derail the rapidly approaching Nov. 2 ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-09-29T05:05:56Z)

Why Tablet Computers Will Succeed Now

The iPad's success is launching a thousand rivals. Hewlett-Packard ( HPQ - news - people ), Cisco ( CSCO - news - people ), RIM, Dell ( DELL - news - people ), Lenovo ( LNVGY.PK - news - people ), Asus, Acer, Google ( GOOG - news - people ) and Microsoft ... (Source: Forbes 2010-09-29T20:58:00Z)

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