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Deals of the Hour / October 6, 2010, 1:43 pm

Liverpool board agrees on sale to Red Sox owners

Liverpool's board agreed to sell the debt-riddled Premier League club to the owners of the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, but may have to take legal action to force out the existing American owners. Current co-owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr. h ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-06T16:17:41Z)

British Airways, Iberia and American Airlines launch tie-up

The three carriers announced four new flight routes and codeshares on more than 2,600 additional flights as part of the new deal that is aimed at taking a chunk of business from the larger Star alliance. American Airlines signaled its confidence in the ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-10-06T15:06:06Z)

Corrected: GE a Buyer Once More With Energy and Finance Deals

BOSTON (Reuters) - General Electric Co marked its return to the takeover track with its first major deals since the start of the financial crisis, for a maker of engines used in oil and gas production and a credit card portfolio. The largest U.S ... (Source: ABC News 2010-10-06T19:23:48Z)

Frutarom Seeks Acquisitions in Americas, Asia

"We have a lower market share than we would like in North America and ... in Central and South America," Ori Yehudai told Reuters in an interview. "We started our own activities in flavours in Mexico and Costa Rica and we're looking for acquisitions in ... (Source: FLEXNEWS 2010-10-06T07:20:48Z)

More of the same? Demon Deacons deal with Navy next

WINSTON-SALEM — Just because it looks familiar to Wake Forest's football team doesn't mean the element of the unexpected won't confront the Demon Deacons this week. They play their second game in a row against a team using a triple-option offense ... (Source: Times-News 2010-10-06T04:43:19Z)

Verizon CEO won't confirm iPhone-Verizon deal

Verizon Wireless chief executive Lowell McAdam said on Wednesday that he wouldn't confirm a Wall Street Journal report that Apple is preparing its iPhone to operate on Verizon's CDMA network. In a news conference at the CTIA-The Wireless Association fall ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-06T19:23:48Z)

Nashville man facing murder charge

A 45-year-old man is facing a murder charge after a victim, who was shot last year in Nashville, died from complications from the gunshot wound on Friday, police said. Keith Collier was charged with shooting 61-year-old Donald Taylor, over a drug deal, on ... (Source: Asheville Citizen-Times 2010-10-05T00:48:17Z)

Fu, Zhang Dominate Sotheby's $53 Million Auction of Chinese Ink Paintings

It was standing room only in Sotheby's Hong Kong saleroom as auctioneer Quek Chin Yeow brought down the hammer on Fu Baoshi's "Court Ladies," the top lot in a HK$407.3 million ($52.5 million) sale of Chinese ink paintings. Fu's depiction of a ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-10-06T03:53:13Z)

Fu, Zhang Dominate Sotheby's $52 Million Chinese Ink Auction

Oct. 6 (Bloomberg) -- It was standing room only in Sotheby's Hong Kong saleroom as auctioneer Quek Chin Yeow brought down the hammer on Fu Baoshi's "Court Ladies," the top lot in a HK$407.3 million ($52.5 million) sale of Chinese ink paintings. Fu ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-06T03:53:13Z)

Smart car distributor Penske signs deal for Nissan to build 4-door model in US

NEW YORK (AP) — Car dealership chain Penske Automotive Group Inc. has signed a deal for Nissan Motor Co. to build a new four-door version of its Smart line of small cars, as it aims to boost sales of the suffering brand. The new car, set to go on sale in ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-06T18:48:00Z)

iPhone rumored to be headed to Verizon (again)

Another day, another "iPhone is going to Verizon" story. This time, the Wall Street Journal is reporting that "Apple Inc. plans to begin mass producing a new iPhone by the end of 2010 that would allow Verizon Wireless to sell the smartphone early ... (Source: Entertainment Weekly Online 2010-10-06T20:13:54Z)

Glance-UPDATE 2-Deals of the day -- mergers and acquisitions

(Adds BP, Parkbridge, RSA, others; updates Sanofi, Vimpelcom and others) Oct 4 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals involving European, U.S. and Asian companies were reported by 2000 GMT on Monday. (For Reuters columns on ... (Source: CNBC 2010-10-04T20:16:16Z)

Georgia Tech's last drive dooms Demon Deacons

WINSTON-SALEM — Wake Forest's football team knows a sinking feeling after holding the vaunted Georgia Tech option offense in check most of the game only to lose 24-20 in the waning seconds when quarterback Joshua Nesbitt hit Correy Earls on a quick ... (Source: Times-News 2010-10-03T04:46:53Z)

5A Boys Golf Championships: Greeley West's Oraee leads by two strokes

AURORA — Playing with the big boys for the first time is no big deal for Greeley West's David Oraee. His Spartans moved up a notch to Class 5A this year, and the senior took a big step Monday toward winning the big-school individual golf championship ... (Source: The Tribune 2010-10-05T07:00:31Z)

Boston Liverpool fans excited about Red Sox deal

BOSTON— Members of the Liverpool FC Supporters Club of Boston, one of the largest in the U.S., say they are excited that the owners of their "second favorite team" may buy their football club. Tim Treacy (TRAY'-see), LFC Boston chairman, said members are ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-06T16:53:28Z)

Report: Apple to bring iPhone to Verizon by year end

Seattle — A new report says Apple is getting ready to manufacture a new iPhone that works on cellular networks based on CDMA technology, a move that would allow the phones to be used by more carriers, including Verizon Wireless. It has long been rumored ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-10-06T20:13:54Z)

Boston Red Sox jump feet first into another new sport with deal to buy Liverpool soccer team

BOSTON - The Boston Red Sox owners have tried their hand at golf, auto racing, U.S. college sports and — of course — baseball. Now comes a deal to buy Liverpool of the English Premier League. New England Sports Ventures reached an agreement with the ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-06T16:39:09Z)

Penske taps Nissan to build new 4-door Smart

Car dealership chain Penske Automotive Group Inc. has signed a deal for Nissan Motor Co. to build a new four-door version of its Smart line of small cars, as it aims to boost sales of the suffering brand. The new car, set to go on sale in the fourth ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-06T15:27:34Z)

Greeley West's Oraee stands alone under par in 5A golf

AURORA — Playing with the big boys for the first time is no big deal for Greeley West's David Oraee. His Spartans moved up a notch to Class 5A this year, and the senior took a big step Monday toward winning the big-school individual boys golf ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-10-06T06:59:20Z)

GE a buyer once more with energy and finance deals

By Scott Malone BOSTON (Reuters) - General Electric Co <GE.N> marked its return to the takeover track with its first major deals since the start of the financial crisis, for a maker of engines used in oil and gas production and a credit card portfolio. The ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-06T19:30:57Z)

Fairgrounds events to stay for now

The Tennessee State Fairgrounds will continue to host the monthly flea market and other events until Hickory Hollow Mall is ready for them, the chairman of the fairgrounds' board said Monday. "People need to rest assured that they're not going to be ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-10-05T07:07:40Z)

Deals of the day -- mergers and acquisitions

Oct 4 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals involving European, U.S. and Asian companies were reported by 0900 GMT on Monday. (For Reuters columns on deals, click on [DEALTALK/]) ** French drugmaker Sanofi-Aventis ( SASY.PA ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-04T08:56:14Z)

Rough start too much for BHS` Klatman

AURORA -- Boulder junior Kevin Klatman`s rough start to the final round of the Class 5A state golf tournament quickly took him out of contention for an individual title. Klatman entered Tuesday`s play at the Valley Country Club tied for fifth and three ... (Source: Daily Camera 2010-10-06T07:35:07Z)

British Airways, Iberia and American Airlines announce new routes under transatlantic deal

LONDON - American Airlines, British Airways and Iberia launched their transatlantic joint business Wednesday, unveiling new routes and detailing benefits for customers that include a shared frequent flyers program. BA Chief Executive Willie Walsh said the ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-06T13:40:12Z)

Penske Automotive Group signs deal for Nissan to build bigger version of Smart car

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. (AP) — Car dealership chain Penske Automotive Group Inc. has signed a deal for Nissan Motor Co. to build a new four-door version of its Smart line of small cars, as it aims to boost sales of the suffering brand. The new car, set ... (Source: WHO-TV 2010-10-06T15:06:06Z)

RPT-WRAPUP 2-GE a buyer once more, signs energy, finance deals

BOSTON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - General Electric Co ( GE.N ) marked its return to the takeover track with its first major deals since the start of the financial crisis, for a maker of engines used in oil and gas production and a credit card portfolio. The ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-06T18:55:10Z)

Man faces murder charge in shooting

A 45-year-old man faces a murder charge after a victim, shot last year in Nashville, died Friday from complications of the gunshot wound, police said. Keith Collier was charged with shooting 61-year-old Donald Taylor, over a drug deal, on Lafayette Street ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-10-06T07:35:07Z)

American Airlines, British Airways And Iberia Announce Better Deal For Trans-Atlantic Flyers

LONDON , Oct. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- More access to cheaper fares, bigger choice of flight times and easier connecting journeys will become reality for transatlantic flyers with the launch of the new joint business between American Airlines, British Airways and ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-10-06T14:08:50Z)

Sotheby's to auction rare pink diamond, estimates it could fetch up to $38 million

GENEVA (AP) — A rare pink diamond that goes on sale next month could fetch up to $38 million, according to auctioneers Sotheby's . The "fancy intense pink" 24.78 carat gem is being sold by an unidentified private collector, the auction house said. "We're ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-05T20:15:05Z)

QB situation remains muddy at Wake Forest

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) — Wake Forest 's quarterback situation remains a question mark. Because of mounting injuries at that position, coach Jim Grobe says he probably won't settle on a starter for the Navy game until later this week. "I would say we'll ... (Source: USA Today 2010-10-06T06:52:10Z)

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