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Deals of the Hour / October 21, 2010, 4:40 am

Green Cards for Sale? Atlantic Yards Backers Seek Chinese Investors

You don't have to favor restricting immigration to grow skeptical about a little-known federal program known as EB-5 , which provides green cards to foreign millionaires if they park money here for a few years. Not only does it look like the United States ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-10-10T23:58:13Z)

Skype app arrives in Android Market, WiFi-only in the US

Finally, at long last, after so much waiting , Skype has made its debut as a full-fledged Android app. There are no Verizon-related limitations anymore, but Android Police reports that calling through the app is only available via WiFi, you can't use your ... (Source: engadget 2010-10-04T23:58:11Z)

Wireless war heats up as 4G network rolls out in metro Detroit

The race is on to woo metro Detroiters to the next generation of wireless service. MetroPCS Communications Inc. today announced the metro Detroit launch of a 4G wireless service, becoming the first major carrier to locally deploy the fourth-generation Web ... (Source: Crain's Detroit Business 2010-10-21T07:03:01Z)

US to sell $60 billion in advanced weaponry to Saudi Arabia in massive arms sale

WASHINGTON - The Obama administration has notified Congress that it plans to sell up to $60 billion in advanced weaponry to Saudi Arabia, in one of the largest-ever single U.S. arms deals. The State Department and Pentagon informed lawmakers on Wednesday ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-20T18:24:14Z)

UPDATE 1-Novartis Q3 tops poll, new products sell well

ZURICH, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Novartis ( NOVN.VX ) stuck to its full-year sales guidance after posting a better-than-expected 16 percent rise in third-quarter core earnings thanks to strong demand for its recently launched drugs. The Swiss drugmaker, which is ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-21T09:26:11Z)

G20 finance chiefs face tough task on currencies

Global finance mandarins get another chance this week to defuse international currency tensions as a festering dispute over exchange rates overshadows debate about reforming the world economy. Finance ministers and central bank governors from the Group of ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-21T10:16:17Z)

Novartis Says Q3 Profit up 10 Percent to $2.32 Billion

GENEVA -- Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis AG posted a 10 percent rise in third-quarter net profit Thursday thanks to strong sales of new products and added revenue from recently acquired eye care company Alcon. The maker of hypertension drug Diovan ... (Source: Phramalive.com 2010-10-21T11:06:24Z)

Top condiments from around the world and how to use them

Condiments may seem simple, but, as chef Marcus Samuelsson writes in "New American Table," "they reflect who we are more than any other food." Not only do condiments offer flavor, they contribute color, texture and aroma to any dish. And they can speak of ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-10-20T00:01:52Z)

Obama Seeks Congressional OK For Weapons Sale

The Obama administration has notified Congress that it plans to sell $60 billion in fighter jets, helicopters and other advanced weaponry to Saudi Arabia. The deal is part of the U.S. effort to build up allies in the Persian Gulf to counter Iran. (Source: NPR News 2010-10-21T10:30:36Z)

Verbatim: Fort Wayne Taylor campus inks sale deal

Statement issued Wednesday: Fort Wayne, Ind. – Officials from Taylor University and Fort Wayne based, Ambassador Enterprises, LLC have announced the signing of an agreement for the proposed sale of the former Taylor University Fort Wayne (TUFW) campus at ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-10-20T18:24:14Z)

Biz Break: Meet Apple's new MacBook Airs; plus: an app store for your Mac

Today: Apple CEO Steve Jobs shows off new MacBook Air notebooks and software that makes the Mac work more like an iPad or iPhone. Plus: Netflix, eBay earnings. Apple CEO Steve Jobs today showed off the Cupertino Mac and "i" device maker's newest notebook ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-10-20T20:33:05Z)

Apple shows off iPad-inspired Mac laptop

CUPERTINO, California (Reuters) - Apple Inc CEO Steve Jobs unveiled the thinnest, lightest Mac laptop yet, fusing features from its popular iPhone and iPad with its traditional line of personal computers. Apple, whose computers have taken market share from ... (Source: MSN Money 2010-10-20T22:27:37Z)

Fort Wayne-based group home company shuts down after Indiana cuts off Medicaid funding

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — A Fort Wayne-based company running group homes for people with developmental disabilities has shut down because it cannot stay afloat without Medicaid funds the state has cut off. The Journal Gazette reports the remaining 95 Fort Wayne ... (Source: Republic 2010-10-13T19:15:29Z)

Recordare Celebrates MusicXML's 10th Anniversary

LOS ALTOS, Calif. - (Business Wire) Recordare LLC is celebrating the 10 th anniversary of its MusicXML format for digital sheet music by launching a redesigned web site at www.recordare.com . The new site is more attractive and easier to navigate than the ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-10-19T14:57:50Z)

Recordare Celebrates MusicXML's 10th Anniversary

Recordare LLC is celebrating the 10 th anniversary of its MusicXML format for digital sheet music by launching a redesigned web site at www.recordare.com : . The new site is more attractive and easier to navigate than the old site. It includes key ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-10-19T16:02:16Z)

ADR Report-ADRs gain after selloff; TAL Education Group debuts

NEW YORK Oct 20 (Reuters) - Overseas shares traded in the United States rose on Wednesday, rebounding from a sell-off as a weak dollar and strong corporate earnings built investors' appetite for risky assets like stocks and commodities. The BNY Mellon ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-20T19:42:59Z)

Canada's Saskatchewan Said to Reject BHP Infrastructure Offer

Oct. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Saskatchewan rejected an offer of C$370 million ($360 million) of infrastructure investment from BHP Billiton Ltd., which is trying to win support for its $40 billion bid for Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc., according to an e-mail ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-20T11:50:32Z)

City-county showcase attracts 100

About 100 area residents attended the first Business Services Showcase at the Public Safety Academy on Wednesday. Mayor Tom Henry created the showcase in response to local business owners who said they didn't realize how much money, advice and other ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-10-21T10:59:14Z)

G-20 Will Pledge Accord to Avoid Competing `Undervaluation' of Currencies

Group of 20 finance chiefs are planning to say members will refrain from "competitive undervaluation" of their currencies in a bid to soothe trade tensions before they derail the world economy. Finance ministers and central bankers will say after talks ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-10-21T09:11:52Z)

Apple adds apps to Mac, upgrades MacBook Air

C UPERTINO, Calif. — Taking a page from its popular iPhone, Apple is going to be opening an App Store for the Mac. As with the one introduced for the iPhone, which also serves the iPad and iPod touch, the store will allow Mac users to buy, download and ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-21T04:32:42Z)

Asian Stocks Decline on China Mobile Profit, Hana Share Sale; Dollar Rises

Asian stocks fell as China Mobile Ltd. reported worse-than-estimated profit and Temasek Holdings Pte sold shares in Hana Financial Group Inc. The dollar strengthened against 12 of 16 counterparts. Five stocks declined for every four that fell in the MSCI ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-10-21T03:35:26Z)

Novartis's Offer for Alcon Is More Attractive Now, Jimenez Says

Oct. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Novartis AG indicated Alcon Inc. shareholders should take another look at its $11.5 billion buyout offer now that an increase in the Swiss drugmaker's share price and a rally in the franc have lifted the value of the bid. Novartis ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-21T08:14:36Z)

Canadian province sees no net gain from BHP-Potash deal

REGINA/OTTAWA (Reuters) - Saskatchewan dismissed on Wednesday the idea that a hostile offer from mining giant BHP Billiton ( BHP.AX ) for provincial crown jewel Potash Corp would bring net benefits, playing up an argument that the federal government could ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-20T21:08:53Z)

Saskatchewan Said to Reject BHP Infrastructure Offer

(Updates with shares in fifth paragraph.) Oct. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Saskatchewan rejected an offer of C$370 million ($358 million) of infrastructure investment from BHP Billiton Ltd., which is trying to win support for its $40 billion bid for Potash Corp. of ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-20T05:16:50Z)

Rihanna Disses Her Own Track!

Here she goes again, dissing 'generic' pop music! Rihanna was recently asked about her new endorsement deal with Doritos and the track Who's That Chick? , and she wants anyone who was underwhelmed with it to know that it's just a bonus track on her new ... (Source: Fashion 2010-10-20T01:42:05Z)

MetroPCS Launches LTE in Detroit

MetroPCS Communications today added Detroit to its list of commercial LTE deployments, joining Las Vegas and Dallas with monthly plans starting at $55, including taxes and regulatory fees. In conjunction with the network launch, MetroPCS will offer ... (Source: Wirelessweek.com 2010-10-20T17:19:49Z)

Rihanna teams with Doritos to offer interactive video for 'Who's That Chick?'

Rihanna's style has always been day and night. While her last album, "Rated R," explored her darker side, her upcoming opus, "Loud," is all about her fire-engine red hair and colorful outfits. The singer plans on showing the two looks side-by ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-20T01:13:27Z)

Rihanna Disses Her Own Song

She makes it known that it's just a bonus track... According to Rihanna, the song "Who's That Chick?" from her endorsement deal with Doritos is just a bonus track on her new album Loud because it's too generic. The following exchange is from a new ... (Source: 411mania.com 2010-10-20T01:49:14Z)

AP sources: US to tell Congress of Saudi arms deal

The Obama administration is expected to notify Congress on Wednesday of a multibillion-dollar sale of fighter jets and military helicopters to Saudi Arabia. Officials said the State Department scheduled a news conference for Wednesday to announce the deal ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-19T22:00:10Z)

MetroPCS offering 4G LTE in Detroit

Today MetroPCS announced that it is now offering its 4G LTE network in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit will join Las Vegas and Dallas-Forth Worth as the third MetroPCS 4G LTE network. MetroPCS will offer the Samsung Craft 4G LTE phone in its stores for $299 ... (Source: MobileBurn 2010-10-20T12:19:10Z)

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