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Deals of the Hour / July 1, 2010, 11:12 pm

Chicago Mayor Daley plans strict handgun law

With the city's ban on handguns certain to be overturned, Mayor Richard Daley on Thursday introduced what city officials say would be the strictest ordinance in the United States to regulate such weapons. The measure ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-07-02T05:39:55Z)

Chicago City Council talks gun bill after Supreme Court ruling

CHICAGO — Chicago Mayor Richard Daley will push for a strict handgun ordinance to replace its doomed gun ban that will likely include limiting each resident to a single handgun, requiring gun owners to have insurance and prohibiting gun stores from setting up shop in the city, his top lawyer said ... (Source: Rockford Register-Star 2010-06-29T23:58:41Z)

NOTEBOOK: More sniping as Germany vs. Argentina nears

A day after Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger accused quarterfinal rival Argentina of showing no respect for opponents and referees, captain Philipp Lahm continued the trash talk by essentially calling the Argentines hot heads. Germany eliminated Argentina on penalty kicks in the ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-02T04:56:58Z)

Kathleen Parker: An Oprah president isn't what we want in a time of crisis

If Bill Clinton was our first black president, as Toni Morrison once proclaimed, then Barack Obama may be our first woman president. Phew. That was fun. Now, if you'll just keep those hatchets holstered and hear me out ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-07-01T15:06:36Z)

BP spill grows into Gulf's biggest

NEW ORLEANS — BP's massive oil spill became the largest ever in the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday based on the highest of the federal government's estimates, an ominous record that underscores the oil giant's dire ... (Source: Register-Guard 2010-07-02T04:14:01Z)

Obama signs Iran sanctions bill

President Barack Obama will sign legislation Thursday imposing tough new sanctions against Iran as further punishment for the country's unwillingness to give up its ambitions of becoming a nuclear power. The House and ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-01T22:44:44Z)

GOP Senate candidate says California climate law is killing jobs

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — GOP Senate candidate Carly Fiorina appeared on a national cable news show Wednesday asserting that California's law to fight global warming is killing jobs, but a review shows its economic ... (Source: Herald Times 2010-07-02T03:38:13Z)

Austrian goldsmith makes 21,000-dollar vuvuzela

Vienna - An Austrian goldsmith says he has made a 17,000- euro (21,000-dollar) vuvuzela that was ordered by a Russian businessman. Vuvuzelas are plastic trumpets whose loud - and controversial - droning has become the ubiquitous background noise of the football World Cup in South Africa. The Linz ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-07-01T11:31:51Z)

Calif. bill targets French railway for WWII role

A French rail operator vows to disclose its role in transporting Nazi victims to World War II death camps if a proposed bill designed to force the company to make amends becomes law in California. Peter Kelly, a lawyer ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-01T01:16:14Z)

Chicago proposes strict gun limits

CHICAGO — With the city's gun ban certain to be overturned, Mayor Richard Daley on Thursday introduced what city officials say is the strictest handgun ordinance in the United States. The measure, which draws from ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-07-02T04:56:58Z)

Some Mich. autoworkers who won jackpot won't quit

CURTICE, Ohio (AP) — An autoworker who bought the lucky Powerball ticket for himself and 13 co-workers in Detroit is so dedicated to his job that he showed up late to a news conference in his Ohio hometown to talk about his winnings. Bill Shanteau put in 12 hours at a Chrysler plant that makes ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-02T01:58:00Z)

Volunteers ready but left out of oil spill cleanup

NEW ORLEANS -- Many fishing boats signed up to skim oil sit idle in marinas. Some captains and deckhands say they have been just waiting around for instructions while drawing checks from BP of more than $1,000 a day per ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-02T03:52:32Z)

US bill targets French railway for WWII role

LOS ANGELES (AP): The French national railway promised Wednesday to disclose its role in transporting Nazi victims to World War II death camps if California passes a bill that requires companies seeking state business to ... (Source: star.com.my 2010-07-01T03:32:15Z)

French railway promises to disclose WWII role in Nazi death camps if California bill passes

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The French national railway promised Wednesday to disclose its role in transporting Nazi victims to World War II death camps if California passes a bill that requires companies seeking state business ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-01T02:56:27Z)

Seepage found at levee guarding Des Moines levee

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Authorities say they found a small leak in a vulnerable levee near downtown Des Moines, Iowa, but that the neighborhood it is helping protect from flooding is not in imminent danger. City Public Works Director Bill Stowe says authorities have not ordered residents to evacuate the ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-07-02T04:21:10Z)

Whitney signs with Coyotes

The Phoenix Coyotes added scoring depth Thursday, signing veteran winger Ray Whitney to a two-year deal. The 38-year-old Whitney, who recorded 21 goals and 58 points in 80 games for Carolina last year, will reportedly ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-01T22:08:56Z)

Wilderness feels impact of the World Cup

WILDERNESS South Africa (Reuters) - Even in the Wilderness there is no escaping the blare of vuvuzelas, the World Cup buzz and a nation's hope that the beautiful game can help rewrite an ugly chapter in South African history. This Wilderness is the heart of South Africa's tourism industry, a World ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-06-29T12:10:01Z)

Rand Paul Passes When Asked About The Age Of The Earth (VIDEO)

FROM AP: Bill Clinton backs Democratic Senate challenger... 2 minutes 52 seconds ago FROM AP: Seattle writer wins 2010 bad writing contest... 6 minutes 15 seconds ago FROM AP: Brown says $1.8M home part of frugality ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-06-29T20:52:34Z)

Obama signs into law Iran sanctions bill

WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama has signed into law a bill imposing tough new sanctions against Iran over its alleged nuclear weapons program. The bill Obama signed Thursday evening in an East Room ceremony targets ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-02T01:15:03Z)

Some Autoworkers Who Won Powerball To Keep Working

An autoworker who bought the lucky Powerball ticket for himself and 13 co-workers in Detroit is so dedicated to his job that he showed up late to a news conference in his Ohio hometown to talk about his winnings. Bill Shanteau put in 12 hours at a Chrysler plant that makes Jeep Grand Cherokees on ... (Source: WITN 2010-07-02T00:53:35Z)

Obama to sign Iran sanctions bill on Thursday

Congress on Thursday overwhelmingly passed tough new sanctions against Iran, sending a message to the Tehran government that notions of becoming a nuclear power could be accompanied by a steep economic price. The Senate ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-06-29T23:58:41Z)

Obama now, and a real woman later

WASHINGTON — If Bill Clinton was our first black president, as Toni Morrison once proclaimed, then Barack Obama may be our first woman president. Phew. That was fun. Now, if you'll just keep those hatchets holstered ... (Source: The Wenatchee World Online 2010-07-01T20:14:24Z)

Powerball winner to keep working

CURTICE, Ohio (AP) -- An autoworker who bought the lucky Powerball ticket for himself and 13 co-workers in Detroit is so dedicated to his job that he showed up late to a news conference in his Ohio hometown to talk about his winnings. Bill Shanteau put in 12 hours at a Chrysler plant that makes Jeep ... (Source: KTNV 2010-07-02T04:28:20Z)

Oilers trade O'Sullivan to Coyotes for Vandermeer

FILE - This Feb. 6, 2010, file photo shows Edmonton Oilers center Patrick O'Sullivan warming up before facing the Colorado Avalanche in an NHL hockey game in Denver. The Edmonton Oilers have traded forward Patrick O'Sullivan to the Phoenix Coyotes for defenseman Jim Vandermeer. The deal announced ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-01T04:36:40Z)

KATHLEEN PARKER: IS OBAMA'S LEADERSHIP NOT 'MANLY' ENOUGH?

If Bill Clinton was our first black president, as Toni Morrison once proclaimed, then Barack Obama may be our first woman president. Phew. That was fun. Now, if you'll just keep those hatchets holstered and hear me out ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-07-02T05:04:07Z)

Seepage found at levee guarding part of Des Moines

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Authorities say they found a small leak in a vulnerable levee near downtown Des Moines, Iowa, but that the neighborhood it is helping protect from flooding is not in imminent danger. City Public Works Director Bill Stowe says authorities have not ordered residents to ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-02T04:42:39Z)

Fiorina would have voted against unemployment bill

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Republican Senate candidate Carly Fiorina says she would not support extending unemployment benefits under the terms of a bill that was defeated in the Senate. During an interview Thursday on ABC ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-02T00:32:06Z)

Coyotes believe they found bargain in free-agent winger Ray Whitney

PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney. The Coyotes, under budget restrictions because they still are owned by the NHL, signed ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-01T22:23:15Z)

Leak found at levee guarding area of Des Moines

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Authorities say they found a small leak in a vulnerable levee near downtown Des Moines, Iowa, but that the neighborhood it is helping protect from flooding is not in imminent danger. City Public Works Director Bill Stowe says authorities have not ordered residents to ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-07-02T04:35:29Z)

Senate panels advance oil spill bill

WASHINGTON — Congress began advancing legislation Wednesday that imposes new safeguards on offshore oil drilling in hopes of preventing a repeat of the devastating spill that has brought environmental and economic havoc to the Gulf coast. Kenneth Feinberg, the administrator of a program set up to ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-06-30T18:56:51Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 1, 2010, 10:11 pm

Canucks land big free agent prize, sign D Dan Hamhuis to 6-year deal

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Highly sought after free agent defenseman Dan Hamhuis has finally found a home with the Vancouver Canucks. Twice traded since the end of the season to teams hoping to sign the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-01T21:18:50Z)

Amazon begins new royalty program for Kindle books

SEATTLE - Amazon.com Inc. said Wednesday it is now offering do-it-yourself authors and publishers royalties of about 70 percent on their e-books. The online retailer in January had announced plans to offer users of its e-book self-publishing program, the Kindle Digital Text Platform, book sale ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-06-30T18:35:22Z)

Vancouver Canucks sign ex-Predators star Dan Hamhuis to 6-year deal

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Highly sought after free agent defenseman Dan Hamhuis finally found a home — close to home — with the Vancouver Canucks. Twice traded since the end of the season to teams hoping to ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-07-02T04:49:48Z)

Stars will not offer contract to Michigan's Mike Modano

Dallas -- If Westland's Mike Modano plays a 21st season in the NHL, it won't be with the Dallas Stars. The face of the franchise that proved hockey could thrive in the South will not be offered a contract by the Stars ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-06-29T20:02:28Z)

Vancouver Canucks sign defenceman Dan Hamhuis to six-year deal

VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Canucks continue to load up their blue-line. They've added free-agent defenceman Dan Hamhuis on a $27-million, six- year contract. Hamhuis spent last season with the Nashville Predators and ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-01T23:06:12Z)

Jones Media in deal to buy Maryville newspaper

The owner of The Daily Times of Maryville and Jones Media Inc. announced an agreement in principle Thursday for the sale of The Daily Times and its websites. The owner of The Daily Times of Maryville and Jones Media Inc ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-07-01T20:00:05Z)

Rutgers plans to sell naming rights to football stadium, basketball arena

Rutgers is looking to sell the naming rights to its football stadium and basketball arena. The university announced today that it has hired Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment and IMG College to act as agents in making a deal. "These naming rights opportunities will offer businesses powerful branding ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-30T21:12:51Z)

Coyotes believe they found bargain in Whitney

PHOENIX (AP) -The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney . The Coyotes, under budget restrictions because they still are owned by the NHL ... (Source: NHL.com 2010-07-02T00:32:06Z)

Copps deal about the NHL Powerful Oilers, Kings owners best long-term hope for team

This is all about selling popcorn and over-priced comfort. Which means -- ultimately and despite the protests of all involved -- it is definitely about the NHL . That may not be the only endgame - but it's certainly an ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-06-30T14:32:00Z)

Canucks sign sought after D Hamhuis to 6-year deal

The Pittsburgh Penguins, long built around some of the NHL's top offensive players, are paying a lot of money to get better on defense. The Penguins committed $45 million on Thursday to sign defensemen Paul Martin and Zbynek Michalek to five-year contracts after failing to reach terms with Sergei ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-07-01T20:28:43Z)

NHL free agency is full of talent

NEW YORK — The names Ilya Kovalchuk, Dan Hamhuis and Evgeni Nabokov don't roll off the tongues of American sports fans quite like those of LeBron, D-Wade, and Dirk. Such is life in the world of the NHL, which is also ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-07-01T23:20:31Z)

Amazon seeks to expand Kindle DX reach

SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Amazon.com Inc. must be feeling the summer heat from Apple Inc.'s iPad. Microsoft is ending sales of its Kin mobile phones less than two months after they went on sale, in another sign of ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-01T18:55:40Z)

Pittsburgh Penguins sign Zbynek Michalek to 5-year deal

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Penguins, long built around some of the NHL's top offensive players, are paying a lot of money to get better on defense. The Penguins committed $45 million on Thursday to sign defensemen Paul ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-02T04:21:10Z)

‘Brooklyn Sports and Entertainment’ To Help Rutgers With Deal

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. â€" Rutgers is looking to sell the naming rights to its football stadium and basketball arena. The university announced Wednesday that it has hired Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment and IMG ... (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle 2010-06-30T22:17:17Z)

Oklahoma City RedHawks offer LeBron spot on baseball team

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — LeBron James has plenty of opportunities in front of him as the NBA's top free agent. How about playing baseball? The Oklahoma City RedHawks on Wednesday offered the reigning NBA MVP the chance to ... (Source: Oklahoma Daily 2010-07-01T19:38:37Z)

Amazon.com offers new lower-priced Kindle

SEATTLE - Online retailer Amazon.com Inc. said Thursday it is introducing a new version of its higher-end Kindle at a lower price as competition among electronic-book readers intensifies. The new version of its Kindle DX ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-01T21:25:59Z)

Daily Times in Maryville to be sold to Jones Media

MARYVILLE, Tenn. — The owner of The Daily Times of Maryville and Jones Media Inc. announced an agreement in principal Thursday for the sale of The Daily Times and its websites. "The offer from Jones Media to purchase ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-07-01T19:17:08Z)

Lucasfilm LTD. Loses Pregnancy Lawsuit In California

San Rafael, CA -- The company founded by "Star Wars" creator George Lucas has lost a pregnancy bias suit filed by a woman whose job offer was withdrawn when she disclosed she was having a baby. A jury in Northern ... (Source: digtriad.com 2010-07-01T19:02:49Z)

NHL Notebook: Dallas says goodbye to 'upset' Modano

Mike Modano said he is "disappointed and upset" that the Dallas Stars will not offer him a contract and he is leaning toward returning next season with another team. The face of a franchise that proved hockey could ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-07-01T04:22:21Z)

NHL: Senators sign Gonchar to three-year deal

The Ottawa Senators made a splash in free agency, signing veteran defenseman Sergei Gonchar to a three-year contract worth $16.5 million on Thursday. Gonchar spent the last five years playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-02T04:21:10Z)

NHL lacks LeBron, but still has plenty to offer in free-agent shopping season

NEW YORK (AP) — The names Ilya Kovalchuk, Dan Hamhuis and Evgeni Nabokov don't roll off the tongues of American sports fans quite like those of LeBron, D-Wade , and Dirk. Such is life in the world of the NHL , which is ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-06-30T21:41:29Z)

Oklahoma City RedHawks make tongue-in-cheek offer to LeBron James

OKLAHOMA CITY - LeBron James has plenty of opportunities in front of him as the NBA's top free agent. How about playing baseball? The Oklahoma City RedHawks on Wednesday offered the reigning NBA MVP the chance to play ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-06-30T23:50:20Z)

Woman wins suit against Lucasfilm

Julie Gilman Veronese, 37, left, sued Lucasfilm Ltd. late last year, claiming an aide to George Lucas, right, revoked an offer for a $75,000-a-year personal assistant position after she revealed she was pregnant. A San Francisco woman who says Lucasfilm Ltd. canceled a job offer after learning she ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-07-01T20:57:21Z)

OKC RedHawks offer LeBron James a spot in their lineup

LeBron James ' free agency kicks off today, and an Oklahoma City team has its offer in. LeBron James the Oklahoma City RedHawk? Hey, it could happen. Right?....No?....OK. Instead of it being the Thunder, it's the Oklahoma City RedHawks baseball team that's throwing a pitch as a place for James to ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-06-29T23:58:41Z)

Rutgers looking to name stadium, athletic center

(AP) — EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Rutgers is looking to sell the naming rights for its football stadium and basketball arena. The university announced Wednesday that it has hired Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment and IMG College to act as co-sale agents in making a deal. "These naming rights ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-30T15:50:44Z)

Whitney signs with Coyotes

The Phoenix Coyotes added scoring depth Thursday, signing veteran winger Ray Whitney to a two-year deal. The 38-year-old Whitney, who recorded 21 goals and 58 points in 80 games for Carolina last year, will reportedly ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-01T22:08:56Z)

Lucasfilm Loses Pregnancy Bias Lawsuit

Filmmaker George Lucas' company has lost a pregnancy bias suit filed by a woman whose job offer was withdrawn when she disclosed she was having a baby. A Marin County, Calif., Superior Court jury on Wednesday awarded Julie Veronese $113,800 in damages. Lucasfilm Ltd. denies it discriminated against ... (Source: Law.com 2010-07-02T03:31:04Z)

Jones Media, Horvitz Newspapers reach agreement over sale of The Daily Times of ...

MARYVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The owners of The Daily Times of Maryville and Jones Media Inc. say they have reached agreement in principle for the sale of the newspaper and its websites. The Maryville daily is owned by ... (Source: WREG 2010-07-01T20:00:05Z)

NHL free agency carries on without LeBron James

NEW YORK — The names Ilya Kovalchuk, Dan Hamhuis and Evgeni Nabokov don't roll off the tongues of American sports fans quite like those of LeBron, D-Wade, and Dirk. Such is life in the world of the NHL, which is also ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-02T04:28:20Z)

Stars won't offer new contract to franchise icon Mike Modano; retirement question still looms

DALLAS (AP) — If Mike Modano plays a 21st season in the NHL, it won't be with the Dallas Stars. The face of the franchise that proved hockey could thrive in the South will not be offered a contract by the Stars when ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-06-29T18:36:34Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 1, 2010, 9:12 pm

Gillard seals mining tax deal

The Federal Government has agreed major concessions with the mining industry in a redesign of its controversial super profits tax. The changes, announced by Prime Minister Julia Gillard this morning, include reducing the headline rate of the tax from 40 per cent to 30 per cent. "We've been stuck on ... (Source: ABC Online 2010-07-02T01:29:22Z)

MOTHER WHO MUTILATED BABY DETAINED

A Texas woman who told authorities the devil made her mutilate and dismember her newborn baby has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in a plea deal with prosecutors. The Thursday ruling means 33-year-old Otty Sanchez will be committed to a state mental institution rather than face a trial ... (Source: Daily Express 2010-07-02T02:55:16Z)

New PM cuts mining tax deal

New tax will apply only to iron ore and coal Tax to be capped at 30 per cent Key promise of lifting super will be kept Plans to cut company taxes will be halved Budget still to return to surplus by 2013 Update Prime Minister Julia Gillard has slashed the mining tax rate and cut the types of ... (Source: Age 2010-07-02T02:12:19Z)

Texas mom who dismembered baby not guilty by reason of insanity, will go to state institution

A San Antonio woman who told authorities the devil made her mutilate and dismember her newborn was found not guilty by reason of insanity Thursday, in a deal that sends her to a state mental institution rather than to ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-01T23:56:19Z)

Do you think Elena Kagan will get confirmed?

Veteran goalie Martin Biron signed a two-year, $1.75 million deal with the New York Rangers on Thursday, less than one hour into the NHL's free-agent shopping season. Biron, who spent last season with the rival New York ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-07-02T01:36:32Z)

UPDATE: Google To Acquire ITA Software For $700 Million

SAN FRANCISCO -(Dow Jones)- Google Inc. (GOOG) agreed to acquire flight information software company ITA Software Inc. for $700 million, a deal the Internet search giant said will offer its users more online flight information. Google said the acquisition of ITA, a Boston-based software company ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-07-01T21:40:18Z)

Gonchar signs 3-year deal with Ottawa

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators made a splash in free agency, signing veteran defenseman Sergei Gonchar to a three-year contract worth $16.5 million on Thursday. Gonchar spent the last five years playing for the ... (Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010-07-02T03:59:42Z)

Insanity ruling for mom who dismembered baby

DALLAS (AP) — A San Antonio woman who told authorities the devil made her mutilate and dismember her newborn has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in a plea deal with prosecutors. The Thursday ruling means 33-year-old Otty Sanchez will be committed to a state mental institution rather ... (Source: Middletown Press 2010-07-01T22:08:56Z)

Rangers quickly sign veteran Biron to back up Lundqvist

NEW YORK -- Veteran goalie Martin Biron signed a two-year, $1.75 million deal with the New York Rangers on Thursday, less than one hour into the NHL's free-agent shopping season. Biron, who spent last season with the ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-02T01:36:32Z)

Disney Acquires iPhone Game Maker Tapulous Inc.

Los Angeles, CA -- Walt Disney has acquired Tapulous, the maker of the popular iPhone play-along music game Tap Tap Revenge. Steve Wadsworth, president of the Disney Interactive Media Group, confirmed the deal with The Associated Press on Thursday. Wadsworth says the acquisition was a strategic ... (Source: digtriad.com 2010-07-01T22:59:03Z)

Google books $700M deal for travel tech co.

G oogle Inc. plans to buy travel technology company ITA Software Inc. of Cambridge in a $700 million deal that would enable the Internet search leader to steer more of the airline reservations booked on the Web. The all ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-02T03:45:23Z)

Red Wings, city of Detroit extend discussion about lease

DETROIT -- The Detroit Red Wings and Mayor Dave Bing have agreed to extend discussions on a new lease deal that will keep the hockey club at Joe Louis Arena. Olympia Entertainment spokesman Tom Pyden said Wednesday that the Red Wings continue to have "active, ongoing discussions" with Bing and his ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-06-30T23:07:23Z)

Mickey Mouse Enters the World of iPhone Gaming

Walt Disney has acquired Tapulous, the maker of the popular iPhone play-along music game Tap Tap Revenge. Steve Wadsworth, president of the Disney Interactive Media Group, confirmed the deal with The Associated Press on Thursday. Wadsworth says the acquisition was a strategic move that highlights ... (Source: NBC Bay Area 2010-07-01T22:37:34Z)

NHL free agency is full of talent

NEW YORK — The names Ilya Kovalchuk, Dan Hamhuis and Evgeni Nabokov don't roll off the tongues of American sports fans quite like those of LeBron, D-Wade, and Dirk. Such is life in the world of the NHL, which is also about to embark on a free-agent frenzy of its own, starting today. While there ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-07-01T23:20:31Z)

Rangers sign Biron as backup for Lundqvist

NEW YORK (AP) ? Veteran goalie Martin Biron signed a two-year, $1.75 million deal with the New York Rangers on Thursday, less than one hour into the NHL's free-agent shopping season. Biron, who spent last season with the ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-02T01:50:51Z)

Sergei Gonchar leaves Pittsburgh for Ottawa, 3-year deal

Sergei Gonchar (notes) wanted money and years, and the Pittsburgh Penguins weren't going to give him both. So the all-star defenseman has ended his time with the Pens after five outstanding seasons, signing with the ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-01T17:44:05Z)

Team, city agree to extend discussions

DETROIT -- The Detroit Red Wings and mayor Dave Bing have agreed to extend discussions on a new lease deal that will keep the hockey club at Joe Louis Arena. Olympia Entertainment spokesman Tom Pyden said Wednesday that the Red Wings continue to have "active, ongoing discussions" with Bing and his ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-06-30T21:34:20Z)

PM announces mining tax deal

Prime Minister Julia Gillard says new resources tax arrangements will allow the nation to move forward. The federal government has scrapped its 40 per cent resource super profits tax, instead implementing a minerals resource rent tax at a rate of 30 per cent. Announcing the plans in Canberra on ... (Source: Skynews.com 2010-07-01T23:49:09Z)

Defensemen fly off NHL free agent racks in a hurry

The Pittsburgh Penguins signed free agent defenseman Paul Martin to a five-year contract on Thursday, adding another blueliner to offset the loss of Sergei Gonchar. Martin is the second defenseman signed by Pittsburgh ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-01T22:37:34Z)

NHL lacks LeBron, but still has plenty to offer in free-agent shopping season

NEW YORK — The names Ilya Kovalchuk, Dan Hamhuis and Evgeni Nabokov don't roll off the tongues of American sports fans quite like those of LeBron, D-Wade, and Dirk. Such is life in the world of the NHL, which is also ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-02T03:38:13Z)

Lucasfilm Hit With $114K Verdict Over Pregnancy Bias

Law360, New York (July 01, 2010) -- A California jury has awarded roughly $114,000 to a woman whose job offer at George Lucas' film and entertainment company was withdrawn, allegedly after she disclosed she was pregnant. According to the jury verdict, issued Wednesday in the Marin Superior Court of ... (Source: site.law360.com 2010-07-01T21:54:37Z)

Sergei Gonchar Signs with Ottawa Senators

In what can only be called a shocker, the Ottawa Senators have signed long-time Pittsburgh Penguins veteran defenseman Sergei Gonchar to a three-year, $16.5 million deal. While I am sure that Gonchar will arrive in ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T03:38:13Z)

Red Wings, city of Detroit extend lease talks

DETROIT—The Detroit Red Wings and Mayor Dave Bing have agreed to extend discussions on a new lease deal that will keep the hockey club at Joe Louis Arena. Olympia Entertainment spokesman Tom Pyden said Wednesday that the Red Wings continue to have "active, ongoing discussions" with Bing and his ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-06-30T21:27:10Z)

Wild re-sign prospects Kassian and Prosser

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild have re-signed prospects Matt Kassian and Nate Prosser. The deals were announced Wednesday. Kassian, a left wing, got a two-year contract and Prosser, a defenseman, got a one-year deal. The 23-year-old Kassian led Houston in penalty minutes with 149 last ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-30T18:56:51Z)

Woman wins suit against Lucasfilm

Julie Gilman Veronese, 37, left, sued Lucasfilm Ltd. late last year, claiming an aide to George Lucas, right, revoked an offer for a $75,000-a-year personal assistant position after she revealed she was pregnant. A San Francisco woman who says Lucasfilm Ltd. canceled a job offer after learning she ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-07-01T20:57:21Z)

Minnesota Wild re-sign LW Guillaume Latendresse to 2-year contract

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild have re-signed left wing Guillaume Latendresse to a two-year contract. The team announced the deal on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed. Latendresse came over in a trade with Montreal and emerged as one of the team's best offensive players in the second ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-01T17:58:24Z)

Tap Tap Magic: Disney acquires iPhone game maker Tapulous

L OS ANGELES — Walt Disney has acquired Tapulous, the maker of the popular iPhone play-along music game Tap Tap Revenge. Steve Wadsworth, president of the Disney Interactive Media Group, confirmed the deal with The ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-01T22:59:03Z)

Wild re-sign LW Latendresse

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild have re-signed left wing Guillaume Latendresse to a two-year contract. The team announced the deal on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed. Latendresse came over in a trade with Montreal and emerged as one of the team's best offensive players in the second ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-01T17:58:24Z)

Lucasfilm Loses Pregnancy Bias Lawsuit

Filmmaker George Lucas' company has lost a pregnancy bias suit filed by a woman whose job offer was withdrawn when she disclosed she was having a baby. A Marin County, Calif., Superior Court jury on Wednesday awarded Julie Veronese $113,800 in damages. Lucasfilm Ltd. denies it discriminated against ... (Source: Law.com 2010-07-02T03:31:04Z)

Google's $700M Bid on Travel Software Maker

(AP) Google Inc. plans to buy travel technology company ITA Software Inc. in a $700 million deal that would enable the Internet search leader to steer more of the airline reservations booked on the Web. The all-cash ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-02T03:09:35Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 1, 2010, 8:11 pm

Rangers quickly sign veteran Biron to back up Lundqvist

NEW YORK -- Veteran goalie Martin Biron signed a two-year, $1.75 million deal with the New York Rangers on Thursday, less than one hour into the NHL's free-agent shopping season. Biron, who spent last season with the ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-02T01:36:32Z)

Flyers sign G Leighton to 2-year deal

The Flyers have signed goalie Michael Leighton to a two-year deal, keeping the playoff hero away from NHL free agency.Leighton stepped up during the postseason and helped the Flyers make a surprise run to the Stanley Cup finals. He went 8-3 with a 2.56 goals-against average in 14 playoffs games and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-30T23:21:42Z)

Tap Tap Magic: Disney acquires iPhone game maker Tapulous

L OS ANGELES — Walt Disney has acquired Tapulous, the maker of the popular iPhone play-along music game Tap Tap Revenge. Steve Wadsworth, president of the Disney Interactive Media Group, confirmed the deal with The ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-01T22:59:03Z)

Would King James play ball? Oklahoma City minor league baseball team enters LeBron ...

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — LeBron James has plenty of opportunities in front of him as the NBA's top free agent How about playing baseball? The Oklahoma City RedHawks on Wednesday offered the reigning NBA MVP the chance to ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-06-30T19:39:48Z)

Canucks sign D Hamhuis to 6-year deal

VANCOUVER - Dan Hamhuis (notes) turned down more money from other teams for a chance to play at home and maybe win a Stanley Cup. The free-agent defenseman agreed to a US$27-million, six-year deal with the Vancouver ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-02T01:43:41Z)

Disney Buys Tapulous, Mobile Game Maker Of Tap Tap Revenge

Walt Disney Co. (DIS) said it bought the maker of the popular Tap Tap Revenge game for Apple Inc.'s (AAPL) mobile devices like the iPhone. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. Tapulous Inc. will become a ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-07-01T22:37:34Z)

Jenni Carlson: The difference between LeBron James and Kevin Durant

The similarities between LeBron James and Kevin Durant are many. Both bring a unique set of skills to the floor and score points in bunches. Both rank as superstars in the NBA and promise to be faces of the league for ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-02T01:00:44Z)

Celgene to buy Abraxis for $2.9B in biotech deal

NEW YORK (AP) - Biotechnology company Celgene says it is expanding its array of cancer treatments by buying Abraxis BioScience for $2.9 billion in cash and stock. The maker of Revlimid and Vidaza says shareholders of Abraxis will receive $58 and 0.2617 shares of Celgene for each Abraxis share they ... (Source: Findlaw.com 2010-06-30T14:53:28Z)

Do you think Elena Kagan will get confirmed?

Veteran goalie Martin Biron signed a two-year, $1.75 million deal with the New York Rangers on Thursday, less than one hour into the NHL's free-agent shopping season. Biron, who spent last season with the rival New York ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-07-02T01:36:32Z)

Rangers sign Biron as backup for Lundqvist

NEW YORK (AP) ? Veteran goalie Martin Biron signed a two-year, $1.75 million deal with the New York Rangers on Thursday, less than one hour into the NHL's free-agent shopping season. Biron, who spent last season with the ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-02T01:50:51Z)

Oklahoma City RedHawks make tongue-in-cheek offer to LeBron James

OKLAHOMA CITY - LeBron James has plenty of opportunities in front of him as the NBA's top free agent. How about playing baseball? The Oklahoma City RedHawks on Wednesday offered the reigning NBA MVP the chance to play ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Disney acquires iPhone game maker Tapulous

Walt Disney has acquired Tapulous, the maker of the popular iPhone play-along music game Tap Tap Revenge. Steve Wadsworth, president of the Disney Interactive Media Group, confirmed the deal with The Associated Press on ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-01T22:16:06Z)

Flyers sign goalie Michael Leighton to 2-year deal, keeping him from free agency

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Flyers have signed goalie Michael Leighton to a two-year deal, keeping the playoff hero away from NHL free agency. Leighton stepped up during the postseason and helped the Flyers make a surprise run to the Stanley Cup finals. He went 8-3 with a 2.56 goals-against average in ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-06-30T22:24:26Z)

Goaltender Michael Leighton signs two-year deal to return to Flyers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Goaltender Michael Leighton , who helped carry the Philadelphia Flyers to a berth in the Stanley Cup Final, signed a two-year deal to return to the team. "We are pleased to have Michael under ... (Source: USA Today 2010-07-01T00:26:08Z)

OKC RedHawks offer LeBron James a spot in their lineup

Instead of it being the Thunder, it's the Oklahoma City RedHawks baseball team that's throwing a pitch as a place for James to land. The RedHawks can't offer the millions of dollars in salary, so the Triple-A baseball ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-06-29T23:58:41Z)

Finkelstein Thompson LLP Announces Investigation of Argon ST, Inc.

BusinessWire - Finkelstein Thompson LLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of shareholders of Argon ST, Inc. ("Argon" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: STST) arising from the Company's announcement of its intent to be ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-01T19:38:37Z)

House Call: Thunder Pay Visit to Durant to Discuss Extension

Sam Presti stayed true to his word. While the likes of LeBron James , Dwyane Wade , Chris Bosh and friends were being recruited by so many teams at the start of free agency Thursday, the Oklahoma City Thunder general manager was focused on retaining his star before he ever reaches that point. A ... (Source: FanHouse 2010-07-01T18:55:40Z)

Talking LeBron James free agency mania and Byron Scott in as Cleveland Cavaliers coach with Brian ...

Welcome to a special edition of Starting Blocks TV. Thursday evening, show host Bill Lubinger talks with Plain Dealer Cavaliers beat writer Brian Windhorst about all the big news of the day: Byron Scott being hired as ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-07-02T02:12:19Z)

TheSpec.com - News - Texas mom who dismembered baby found not guilty

Elida S. Perez The Associated Press DALLAS - A Texas woman who told authorities the devil made her mutilate and dismember her newborn baby has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in a plea deal with prosecutors. The ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-01T22:08:56Z)

Law Office Of Brodsky & Smith, LLC Announces Investigation Of Argon ST, Inc.

Law office of Brodsky & Smith, LLC announces that it is investigating potential claims against the Board of Directors of Argon ST, Inc. ("Argon" or the "Company") (Nasdaq:STST) relating to the proposed acquisition by The Boeing Company ("Boeing"). Under the terms of the offer, Argon ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-07-01T22:44:44Z)

Summary Box: Celgene to buy Abraxis for $2.9B

THE DEAL: Celgene Corp. is buying Abraxis BioScience Inc. for $2.9 billion in a deal that gives it Abraxis' only approved product, the breast cancer treatment Abraxane.SALES BOOST: Celgene, which makes cancer drugs Revlimid, Vidaza and Thalomid, believes the purchase will add about $1 billion to its ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-30T19:18:19Z)

Boeing, Argon ST in acquisition deal

ST. LOUIS, June 30 (UPI) -- Boeing is acquiring sensor-maker Argon ST in an all-cash offer and merger arrangement, the companies announced Wednesday. The financial arrangement is $34.50 per share -- about $775 million, the companies said. "Combining the strength of Boeing with the experience of ... (Source: United Press International 2010-06-29T23:58:41Z)

Fans hope Bulls get LeBron James

James met Thursday morning with New Jersey Nets ownership, which includes rapper and music mogul Jay-Z. He also met with the New York Knicks. The Bulls and Miami Heat are each expected to meet with James as early as ... (Source: KABC 2010-07-02T02:55:16Z)

Insanity ruling for mom who dismembered baby

DALLAS (AP) — A San Antonio woman who told authorities the devil made her mutilate and dismember her newborn has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in a plea deal with prosecutors. The Thursday ruling means 33-year-old Otty Sanchez will be committed to a state mental institution rather ... (Source: Middletown Press 2010-07-01T22:08:56Z)

Vancouver Canucks sign defenceman Dan Hamhuis to six-year deal

VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Canucks continue to load up their blue-line. They've added free-agent defenceman Dan Hamhuis on a $27-million, six- year contract. Hamhuis spent last season with the Nashville Predators and ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-01T23:06:12Z)

Mother who mutilated baby detained

A Texas woman who told authorities the devil made her mutilate and dismember her newborn baby has been found not guilty by reason of insanity in a plea deal with prosecutors. The Thursday ruling means 33-year-old Otty Sanchez will be committed to a state mental institution rather than face a trial ... (Source: Belfast Telegraph 2010-07-02T02:05:10Z)

LeBron James Chooses His Team (Satire)

SATIRE — LeBron James has hit the free-agent market. He may not have signed with a team just yet, but he knows what he prefers. For a while, the world has been split on LeBron's possible choice of where to go. It ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T02:05:10Z)

Progress being made on Kevin Durant's contract extension with OKC Thunder

But on the first day the Oklahoma City Thunder could officially speak to its star forward about a new deal, Durant acknowledged that negotiations got off on the right foot. "It's a lot of progress," Durant told The Oklahoman on Thursday. According to a person familiar with the negotiations, members ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-02T02:26:38Z)

Canucks sign sought after defenseman Hamhuis to 6-year deal

VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- Highly sought after free agent defenseman Dan Hamhuis finally found a home -- close to home -- with the Vancouver Canucks . Twice traded since the end of the season to teams hoping to sign ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-02T01:07:54Z)

Celgene to buy Abraxis for $2.9 billion in biotech deal

NEW YORK — Biotechnology company Celgene said Wednesday it is expanding its array of cancer treatments with a deal to buy Abraxis BioScience for $2.9 billion in cash and stock. Celgene said the transaction could add $1 ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-06-30T15:57:54Z)

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