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Deals of the Hour / July 6, 2010, 11:13 pm

Kentucky Man Pleads Guilty To Threatening Obama In Poem

LOUISVILLE (AP) - A Kentucky man has pleaded guilty to authoring and posting on a white supremacist Web site a poem threatening the assassination of President Barack Obama with a sniper rifle. Johnny Logan Spencer Jr. of Louisville entered an open plea - admitting guilt without a deal with ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-06T19:47:00Z)

LeBron tweets, but still not talking

Well, at least we got a tweet out of LeBron James. With the Summer of LeBron trudging along with no break in sight, the NBA's most prized free agent opened a Twitter account and posted his first message on the social ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-07-07T04:15:14Z)

2010 NBA Free Agency: Orlando Magic Sign Chris Duhon to Back Up Jameer Nelson

Today the Magic made their plunge into free agency, using two thirds of their mid-level exception to sign Knicks free agent guard Chris Duhon. New York, in the hunt for Tony Parker, made no effort to sign Duhon and his sub par performance last year. Still, I do like this signing for Orlando. Duhon ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-06T21:48:41Z)

P&G's closes Ambi Pur deal

CINCINNATI (AP) - The Procter & Gamble Co. has completed its $470 million acquisition of air freshener business Ambi Pur from Sara Lee Corp. The deal, first announced in December, complements P&G's Febreze line of deodorizers and scents and expands the company's global reach in the air freshener ... (Source: WTOL-TV 2010-07-06T14:10:34Z)

Louisville man admits threatening Obama in poem

Dropping his First Amendment defense, a 28-year-old Louisville man pleaded guilty Tuesday to threatening the president of the United States in a poem. Johnny Logan Spencer Jr., had said he would contest the charge on free-speech grounds. But appearing in U.S. District Court in Louisville, he entered ... (Source: Courier-Journal 2010-07-06T22:17:19Z)

Miami Heat Dreams: Lebron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh to South Beach

Strange. Labeling this offseason with a mere strange is like calling Mike Tyson anti-climatic. Books are going to be written about this NBA summer. Movies will be made. One day the latest "intel" has James, Wade, and ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-07T04:51:02Z)

NBA Capsules: Report: ESPN to air LeBron's decision Thursday

ESPN is reporting that LeBron James will announce his NBA plans on its network Thursday night at 9 p.m. in an hourlong special. ESPN's Chris Broussard is reporting Tuesday night that James' "representatives ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-07T01:59:14Z)

Magic reach deal with former Knicks PG Chris Duhon

O RLANDO, Fla. — The agent for Chris Duhon says the point guard has reached an agreement with the Orlando Magic for a $15 million, four-year deal. Agent Kevin Bradbury told The Associated Press on Tuesday the chance to play for a championship contender was enough to sway Duhon to the Magic. Duhon ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-06T17:16:41Z)

Lipitor for kids approved by EU

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) - The European Union has approved a new chewable form of cholesterol blockbuster Lipitor for children 10 and up with high levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides, a type of blood fat, Pfizer said Tuesday. The approval includes children whose high blood fats are due to an ... (Source: WIVB 2010-07-07T00:26:10Z)

Modano meets Wings, watches baseball

Mike Modano texted that he's at a Tigers game tonight. He's there with several members of Red Wings management after meeting with them during the afternoon. Mlive.com has some thoughts from Red Wings GM Ken Holland , who ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-07T02:27:52Z)

Joe Dumars rejects move to Nets

Pistons president Joe Dumars said Monday night that he has no interest in a leadership position with the New Jersey Nets. "In response to today's media reports regarding the New Jersey Nets, I can say that I do not have ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-06T20:08:29Z)

Updated w/ Khan, St. James: McCosky: If Mike Modano continues career, he'll do so with Red Wings

Wow, per the Detroit News's Chris McCosky: Mike Modano, speaking while attending the Detroit Tigers-Baltimore Orioles game with Mike Babcock, Ken Holland and Mike Ilitch, says that if he continues his NHL career, he will do so with the Red Wings: View full size AP Photo Mike Modano's not flippant ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-07T02:35:01Z)

Modano meets with Red Wings

Mike Modano met with Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland and coach Mike Babcock on Tuesday and must now decide if he wants to play. "It's totally up to me," said Modano, 40, who was told by the Dallas Stars ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-07T01:44:55Z)

Petraeus brings a new approach to the old strategy

Our policy in Afghanistan may remain the same under Gen. David Petraeus, but his confirmation hearing last week offered fascinating clues about the very different way he will carry it out. The general is clearly determined to pull together the fractious team of U.S. diplomats and military officers ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-07-07T04:58:11Z)

Rolling Stone writer gets Afghan war book deal

NEW YORK -- The Rolling Stone writer whose story helped bring down Gen. Stanley McChrystal, who was fired from his job as commander of the Afghanistan war, has a book deal. Little, Brown and Company announced Tuesday ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-07T02:20:42Z)

TheSpec.com - Entertainment_Wire - James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices like Kindle and the iPad. The big seller, by far, is the most ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-06T21:34:22Z)

Dumars: I won't be Nets' next president

It appears Joe Dumars will hang around to continue the Pistons' rebuilding efforts -- at least for the time being. Dumars, Detroit's president of basketball operations, ended speculation Monday night that he could be ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-07T01:09:07Z)

CIGNA raises awareness about obesity problem

DENISON, TX - Think about what it would be like to have 20 extra pounds of fat on your body. That's what CIGNA asked its employees and the public Tuesday through their obesity and health awareness campaign that travels ... (Source: KXII.com 2010-07-06T23:50:23Z)

ANN MCFEATTERS | Despite Congressional Whitewash, Petraeus Can't Fix Afghanistan

The 99-0 Senate confirmation of Gen. David Petraeus to run the war in Afghanistan is a perfect example of Washington kicking the can down the road. After polite hearings that all but ignored worsening reality in the nine-year war in Afghanistan — Allied deaths have doubled this year — the Senate ... (Source: Kitsap Sun 2010-07-07T00:47:39Z)

James expected to announce NBA destination on TV Thursday

AKRON, Ohio — LeBron James' dramatic free agency will have a fitting conclusion on TV. ESPN reported Tuesday night that James will announce his future NBA plans during a one-hour special on its network at 8 p.m ... (Source: Austin American-Statesman 2010-07-07T05:05:21Z)

Procter & Gamble Completes Acquisition of Ambi Pur

(AP) The Procter & Gamble Co., said it has completed its $470 million acquisition of Ambi Pur, an air freshener business, from Sara Lee Corp. The deal, first announced in December, complement's P&G's Febreze line of deodorizers. It was subject to regulatory review and work councils consultations in ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-06T19:54:10Z)

James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

The Associated Press NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-07T02:49:20Z)

NETS SHIFT THEIR WAIT TO GM HUNT

Watch paint dry, grass grow, chrome rust. Or interview candidates for the team's president and general-manager's jobs. There are many things Nets could do while waiting for LeBron James to announce his decision. So the Nets have talked with Hornets GM Jeff Bower as a possible replacement for ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-07-07T02:27:52Z)

LeBron James to announce NBA destination on Thursday on ESPN

AKRON, Ohio -- LeBron James' dramatic and historic free agency will have a fitting conclusion -- on TV. ESPN reported Tuesday night that James will announce his future NBA plans during a one-hour special on its network ... (Source: Everything Alabama Blog 2010-07-07T05:12:30Z)

P&G's closes business purchase from Sara Lee

CINCINNATI -- The Procter & Gamble Co. has completed its $470 million acquisition of air freshener business Ambi Pur from Sara Lee Corp. The deal, first announced in December, complements P&G's Febreze line of deodorizers and scents and expands the company's global reach in the air freshener ... (Source: Herald-Dispatch 2010-07-07T04:00:55Z)

James Patterson tops 1 million in e-book sales

James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-06T21:20:03Z)

Duhon headed to Orlando

The Orlando Magic have reportedly agreed to terms with point guard Chris Duhon. According to the Sporting News, Duhon will sign a four-year deal worth $15 million to back up Jameer Nelson. The Calgary Flames welcomed back free agent forward Alex Tanguay on a one-year deal Thursday. Tanguay posted 10 ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-06T15:00:40Z)

ESPN to air James' decision

LeBron James' dramatic and historic free agency will have a fitting conclusion — on TV. ESPN reported Tuesday night that James will announce his future NBA plans during a one-hour special on its network at 9 p.m EDT ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-07-07T04:51:02Z)

Man admits Obama assassination poem

A Kentucky man has admitted writing and posting on a white supremacist website a poem threatening the assassination of US president Barack Obama. Johnny Spencer, 28, of Louisville entered an open plea - admitting guilt without a deal with prosecutors - in US District Court in Louisville. He will be ... (Source: Independent 2010-07-07T03:46:36Z)

Minn. nurses approve deal, averting strike

The Minnesota Nurses Association says nurses have overwhelmingly approved a contract and averted a strike with 14 hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. The agreement approved Tuesday covers 12,000 nurses. The ... (Source: San Luis Obispo Tribune 2010-07-07T03:39:27Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 6, 2010, 10:13 pm

Proctor and Gamble expand air freshener business

CINCINNATI, Ohio -- The Procter & Gamble Co. has completed its $470 million acquisition of air freshener business Ambi Pur from Sara Lee Corp. The deal, first announced in December, complements P&G's Febreze line of ... (Source: WHIO.com 2010-07-06T19:04:03Z)

German court clears doctor who selected test-tube babies

Berlin - A German court on Tuesday acquitted a fertility doctor of illegal abortion after he let several test-tube human embryos die when they failed tests for genetic diseases. The decision by the High Court in Leipzig liberalizes Germany's strict ban on culling unwanted embryos, though lawyers ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-07-06T20:08:29Z)

CIA and Pakistan locked in aggressive spy battles

Associated Press Writers= WASHINGTON (AP) — Publicly, the U.S. credits Pakistan with helping kill and capture many al-Qaida and Taliban leaders. Privately, the relationship is often marked by mistrust and double-dealing as Pakistan runs double agents against the CIA and the agency tries to ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-07T03:03:39Z)

Rolling Stone writer gets Afghan war book deal

NEW YORK -- The Rolling Stone writer whose story helped bring down Gen. Stanley McChrystal, who was fired from his job as commander of the Afghanistan war, has a book deal. Little, Brown and Company announced Tuesday that Michael Hastings is working on a book about the war ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-07T02:20:42Z)

Sam's Club will offer small business loans

THE NEWS: Wal-Mart's Sam's Club chain is teaming up with a lender to offer loans of up to $25,000 to its small business members. THE BACKDROP: Wal-Mart has made several moves to offer bank-like financial services to ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-06T17:02:22Z)

TheSpec.com - Entertainment_Wire - James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices like Kindle and the iPad. The big seller, by far, is the most ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-06T21:34:22Z)

Blues, new goaltender Halak agree to four-year deal

ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis Blues have signed goaltender Jaroslav Halak to a four-year contract. Terms of the deal announced Tuesday were not disclosed. The 25-year-old Halak was acquired from Montreal on June 17 in a surprising trade after his stunning performance in the playoffs. He was 26-13-5 for ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-06T23:07:26Z)

Magic, Chris Duhon Agree to Four-Year Deal

The day after the Knicks signed marquee power forward Amare Stoudemire, they lost starting point guard Chris Duhon, who will go to Orlando on a four-year, $15 million contract. "The Magic have had interest in Chris for a while, even before he signed with New York," Duhon's agent, Kevin Bradbury ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-07T03:32:17Z)

James Patterson tops 1 million in e-book sales

James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-06T21:20:03Z)

P&G's closes Ambi Pur deal

CINCINNATI (AP) - The Procter & Gamble Co. has completed its $470 million acquisition of air freshener business Ambi Pur from Sara Lee Corp. The deal, first announced in December, complements P&G's Febreze line of deodorizers and scents and expands the company's global reach in the air freshener ... (Source: WTOL-TV 2010-07-06T14:10:34Z)

EU court upholds decision to block Ryanair-Aer Lingus merger

The European Union's General Court ruled yesterday that the European Commission was right in June 2007 to block Ryanair's takeover of Aer Lingus on competition grounds and also was correct in stating that it could not ... (Source: Atwonline.com 2010-07-07T04:29:33Z)

Court backs EU veto of Ryanair/Aer Lingus deal

LUXEMBOURG, July 6 (Reuters) - Europe's second-highest court upheld on Tuesday a decision by EU regulators to block a plan by Irish airline Ryanair to buy Aer Lingus three years ago, saying there had been valid concerns about the deal. The General Court was ruling on an appeal by Ryanair against the ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-06T09:09:55Z)

Brasch Words

BLOOMSBURG, Pa. -- For a few days last week, the harpies of the extreme right assaulted the President of the United States for first considering, and then firing Gen. Stanley McChrystal, commander of allied forces in Afghanistan. In a 10-day interview with Michael Hastings of Rolling Stone ... (Source: American Reporter 2010-07-07T04:08:05Z)

Genetic screening of IVF embryos allowed

EMBRYOS created during in vitro fertilisation can be screened for genetic defects before being implanted in the womb, a landmark German court ruling says. The Federal Supreme Court in Leipzig overnight ruled in support ... (Source: The Australian 2010-07-06T18:35:25Z)

CIA and Pakistan locked in aggressive espionage battles

WASHINGTON -- Publicly, the United States credits Pakistan with helping kill and capture many al-Qaida and Taliban leaders. Privately, the relationship is often marked by mistrust and double-dealing, as Pakistan runs double agents against the CIA and the agency tries to penetrate Pakistan's closely ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-07-07T04:00:55Z)

Expert says Taliban not likely accept conditional talks offer

ISLAMABAD, July 6 (Xinhua) -- The Pakistani government on Monday made a conditional talks offer to Taliban and other militant groups in the country following a high-level meeting held here aimed to solve the issue as how to stop the deadly terrorist attacks on civilians in the country. Initiating ... (Source: Xinhua News Agency 2010-07-06T13:49:05Z)

Recycling groups offer alternative to tossing items

DEAR ABBY: On May 13, "Diana in Lakewood, Calif.," asked you how to reuse or donate little jewelry boxes. You offered some great tips, but you should have let folks know about two terrific resources for giving away or recycling odd things. Freecycle.org is an online network where people can give ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-06T08:55:36Z)

EU court backs ban on Ryanair bid

A European Union court ruled Tuesday that antitrust regulators were right to block Ryanair's hostile 2007 bid for rival Irish airline Aer Lingus. The General Court, the EU's second-highest judicial authority, also backed the European Commission's refusal to order Ryanair to sell off the 29.8 percent ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-06T11:40:14Z)

Duhon Agrees To Four-Year, $15M Deal With Orlando

Chris Duhon and the Magic have agreed to a four-year, $15 million deal, sources have confirmed to Chad Ford. Duhon spent the past two season with the Knicks after playing for the Bulls over his first four. He will serve as Jameer Nelson's backup at the point guard position ... (Source: RealGM 2010-07-06T14:32:02Z)

2010 NBA Free Agency: Orlando Magic Sign Chris Duhon to Back Up Jameer Nelson

Today the Magic made their plunge into free agency, using two thirds of their mid-level exception to sign Knicks free agent guard Chris Duhon. New York, in the hunt for Tony Parker, made no effort to sign Duhon and his sub par performance last year. Still, I do like this signing for Orlando. Duhon ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-06T21:48:41Z)

Blues, Halak agree to 4-year deal

ST. LOUIS—The St. Louis Blues have signed goaltender Jaroslav Halak to a four-year contract. Terms of the deal announced Tuesday were not disclosed. The 25-year-old Halak was acquired from Montreal on June 17 in a surprising trade after his stunning performance in the playoffs. He was 26-13-5 for ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-06T20:08:29Z)

NFL credit card changes its bank

NEW YORK — The National Football League's decision to move its branded credit card business from Bank of America to British banker Barclays is forcing customers of the Charlotte, N.C., bank to scramble to spend reward ... (Source: The Daily Advertiser 2010-07-06T19:39:51Z)

Procter & Gamble Completes Acquisition of Ambi Pur

(AP) The Procter & Gamble Co., said it has completed its $470 million acquisition of Ambi Pur, an air freshener business, from Sara Lee Corp. The deal, first announced in December, complement's P&G's Febreze line of deodorizers. It was subject to regulatory review and work councils consultations in ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-06T19:54:10Z)

Merkel coalition reaches German health savings deal

BERLIN, July 6 (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition reached agreement on Tuesday on how to tackle a deficit in the public health system, an area of bitter dispute that has threatened the unity of her embattled government. The issue had provoked slanging matches inside Merkel's ... (Source: Reuters AlertNet 2010-07-06T14:10:34Z)

James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

The Associated Press NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-07T02:49:20Z)

NFL great Jim Brown appeals lawsuit dismissal

NFL Hall of Famer Jim Brown is asking a San Francisco appellate court to overturn a federal judge's decision to dismiss his lawsuit against video game maker Electronic Arts. Brown filed the request Tuesday with the 9th U ... (Source: San Luis Obispo Tribune 2010-07-07T01:52:04Z)

Princess Diana's Family Paintings Fetch $21.5 Million in London

"A Commander Being Armed for Battle" by artist Peter Paul Rubens. Executed in 1613-14, it is one of more than 600 items being offered by the Spencer family at Christie's this summer. The work sold for 9 million pounds with fees. Source: Christie's Images via Bloomberg "Modern Rome - Campo Vaccino ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-06T23:00:16Z)

Canadiens playoff star Halak signs 4-year deal with Blues

The St. Louis Blues have signed goaltender Jaroslav Halak to a four-year contract. Terms of the deal announced Tuesday were not disclosed. The 25-year-old Halak was acquired from Montreal on June 17 in a surprising trade ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-07T04:43:52Z)

Rolling Stone writer who helped bring down Gen. McChrystal gets deal to write Afghan war book

NEW YORK - The Rolling Stone writer whose story helped bring down Gen. Stanley McChrystal, who was fired from his job as commander of the Afghanistan war, has a book deal. Little, Brown and Company announced Tuesday that ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-07T02:20:42Z)

Art From Diana's Family Homes to Go on the Block

Art, antiques, and even carriages owned by the aristocratic family of Diana, Princess of Wales, are to go on sale in London beginning on Tuesday. The three auctions feature items which once belonged at Althorp House, the Spencer family's country estate in Northhamptonshire, and in Spencer House ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-06T19:47:00Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 6, 2010, 9:12 pm

LeBron tweets, but still not talking

Well, at least we got a tweet out of LeBron James. With the Summer of LeBron trudging along with no break in sight, the NBA's most prized free agent opened a Twitter account and posted his first message on the social ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-07-07T03:17:58Z)

Orlando Summer League Recap: Day 1

The Utah Jazz started off slow going down big initially to the Gerald Henderson led Bobcats. They slowly worked their way back into the game, but Sundiata Gaines was unable to recreate his last shot heroics from last ... (Source: Opposing Views 2010-07-06T20:58:35Z)

Sports Line: Baysox waste lead in Erie

The Bowie Baysox blew a four-run lead in the bottom of the ninth inning and eventually lost to the Erie SeaWolves, 8-7, in 11 innings last night. The Baysox hit four home runs, but the SeaWolves drew seven walks in the ... (Source: HometownAnnapolis.com 2010-07-06T15:29:18Z)

Mike Modano says only team he'll play for is Wings

Detroit -- Forget about the Blackhawks or any other NHL team. If Westland native Mike Modano decides he wants to play hockey next season, he is going play for the Red Wings. "There isn't any other team," said Modano, standing outside Tigers and Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch's suite at Comerica Park ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-07T03:39:27Z)

Nets have a Plan B in case LeBron turns down offer

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New Jersey Nets have a Plan B in case LeBron James rejects their offer. The agent for New York Knicks forward David Lee says the Nets have talked to him several times since free agency began on Thursday ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-07T01:37:45Z)

Mike Modano speaks to ESPN Dallas about Red Wings' offer: 'It's totally up to me'

After the Red Wings' beat writers and GM Ken Holland discussed the circumstances surrounding ex-Dallas Stars captain Mike Modano's trip to Detroit to visit his parents, meet with Ken Holland and Mike Babcock, and then take in tonight's Tigers game with both Mr. Ilitch, Modano's parents, and Mike ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-07T02:56:30Z)

NBA Capsules: Report: ESPN to air LeBron's decision Thursday

ESPN is reporting that LeBron James will announce his NBA plans on its network Thursday night at 9 p.m. in an hourlong special. ESPN's Chris Broussard is reporting Tuesday night that James' "representatives ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-07T01:59:14Z)

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)

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: Los Angeles Times 2010-06-30T21:41:29Z)

Customers question big tech mergers

SAN FRANCISCO - The world's largest technology companies have been on a buying spree, spending billions to snap up smaller companies. Often, the buyers say they're doing it for their customers. As tech companies get bigger and bigger, they say, they can offer a broader variety of products and make ... (Source: San Gabriel Valley Tribune 2010-07-06T04:59:22Z)

Big tech: Who benefits?

SAN FRANCISCO - The world's largest technology companies have been on a buying spree, spending billions to snap up smaller companies. Often, the buyers say they're doing it for their customers. As tech companies get bigger and bigger, they say, they can offer a broader variety of products and make ... (Source: Inland Valley Daily Bulletin 2010-07-06T01:31:47Z)

James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

The Associated Press NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-07T02:49:20Z)

Summary Box: Wal-Mart's Sam's Club warehouse chain will offer business loans to members

THE NEWS: Wal-Mart 's Sam's Club chain is teaming up with a lender to offer loans of up to $25,000 to its small business members. THE BACKDROP: Wal-Mart has made several moves to offer bank-like financial services to customers, in part to help them spend. It also comes as the retailer tries to ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-06T18:21:06Z)

Wal-Mart to offer business loans

In a bid to encourage more spending, the retailing giant's Sam's Club warehouse chain will offer small- business loans of $5,000-$25,000 with partner Superior Financial Group. Wal-Mart ( WMT ) said it is testing the program and will focus on minority-, women- and veteran-owned businesses. Sam's Club ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-07-07T02:56:30Z)

NBA AM: Day 1 In Orlando

Day 1 In Orlando: The first day of the AirTran Orlando Summer League is in the books and while several players made their rookie debut, overall the opening day lacked a lot of excitement. Unlike last year where free ... (Source: Hoops World 2010-07-07T03:03:39Z)

Bigger, But Better?

The world's largest technology companies have been on a buying spree, spending billions to snap up smaller companies. And often the buyers say they're doing it for their customers - businesses, hospitals, schools and government agencies. As tech companies get bigger and bigger, they say, they can ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-07-06T21:41:32Z)

TheSpec.com - Entertainment_Wire - James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices like Kindle and the iPad. The big seller, by far, is the most ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-06T21:34:22Z)

NHL free agency: Defensemen fly off the market on Day 1

NEW YORK -- It was a great day to be a free agent defenseman in the NHL. Once they started at 12:01 p.m. ET, they didn't stop for the greater part of the day. Forget long-term negotiations, these hockey deals got done ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-02T06:58:39Z)

James mulling his options in free agency

NBA: LeBron James made a somewhat surprising visit to his Nike-sponsored basketball camp for high school and college players in Akron, Ohio, on Monday and arrived wearing a Yankees cap. The New York Knicks would welcome ... (Source: The Spokesman-Review 2010-07-06T22:38:48Z)

ESPN to air James' decision

LeBron James' dramatic and historic free agency will have a fitting conclusion — on TV. ESPN reported Tuesday night that James will announce his future NBA plans during a one-hour special on its network at 9 p.m EDT ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-07-07T03:46:36Z)

Monday's Sports In Brief

NEW YORK (AP) -Amare Stoudemire is headed to the New York Knicks. The Knicks said they intend to sign Stoudemire to a contract later this week when the free agent moratorium period ends. Stoudemire's agent, Happy Walters ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-07-06T17:16:41Z)

James Patterson tops 1 million in e-book sales

James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-06T21:20:03Z)

ESPN to air LeBron James' decision Thursday

ESPN is reporting that LeBron James will announce his NBA plans on its network Thursday night at 9 p.m. in an hourlong special. ESPN's Chris Broussard is reporting Tuesday night that James' "representatives" contacted ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-07T03:25:08Z)

NBA free agency roundup: LeBron James to announce decision Thursday on ESPN

Sources told ESPN.com that representatives for James contacted the network about the special. James' representatives requested that they be allowed to sell sponsorship for the one-hour special, with the proceeds going ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-07T03:39:27Z)

James' hoopla reaching ridiculous proportions as wait languishes on

ORLANDO, Fla. - The LeBron James lunacy reached another level despite his tardiness in attending the second day of his Akron-based basketball camp. Not only has the suddenly resurgent Betty White gotten involved, but ... (Source: ProBasketballNews.com 2010-07-07T03:17:58Z)

Sam's Club, lender will team up to offer loans

NEW YORK — Walmart's Sam's Club chain is teaming up with a lender to offer loans of up to $25,000 to its small business members. The program is one of several moves the retail giant has made to offer banklike ... (Source: Abilene Reporter-News 2010-07-07T02:20:42Z)

Modano meets Wings, watches baseball

Mike Modano texted that he's at a Tigers game tonight. He's there with several members of Red Wings management after meeting with them during the afternoon. Mlive.com has some thoughts from Red Wings GM Ken Holland , who did a TV interview before the baseball game. Part of that blog entry: Holland ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-07T02:27:52Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 6, 2010, 8:12 pm

LeBron James All the Rage on Twitter

LeBron James, after weeks of rampant speculation and hand-wringing, made an important decision on Tuesday. He joined Twitter. Using the understated handle @KingJames, the NBA's highest-profile free agent and reigning MVP ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-07-07T01:52:04Z)

Free agent LeBron James finally joins Twitter

AKRON, Ohio— LeBron James has made one decision -- he joined Twitter. The NBA's most ballyhooed free agent opened an account on the social networking site Tuesday. Publicist Keith Estabrook confirms the monicker ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-06T17:23:50Z)

Meth law could require prescriptions for cold medicines

FORT WAYNE, Ind. — An Indiana law aimed at curbing methamphetamine production already restricts the sale of some over-the-counter cold medicine used to make meth. Now there's a growing push for a stronger law that would make pseudoephedrine available only by a doctor's prescription. The Journal ... (Source: Star-Press 2010-07-06T17:09:31Z)

Art, antiques, carriages from family homes of Diana, Princess of Wales, is put up for ...

LONDON - Art, antiques, and even carriages owned by the aristocratic family of Diana, Princess of Wales, are being put on sale in a three days of auctions beginnning Tuesday. The auctions feature items which once ... (Source: Canada East 2010-07-06T22:24:29Z)

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: Los Angeles Times 2010-06-30T21:41:29Z)

Mike Modano says only team that interests him is Wings

Detroit -- Forget about the Blackhawks or any other NHL team. If Westland native Mike Modano decides he wants to play hockey next season, he is going play for the Red Wings. "There isn't any other team," said Modano ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-07T02:35:01Z)

NHL Free Agents 2010: Detroit Red Wings Should Cool Pursuit of Mike Modano

What was it that Ace Ventura said? "Man, I'm tired of being right!" On June 29th, the day the Dallas Stars made it official that they would not be making an offer to franchise icon Mike Modano, I wrote this piece . You ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-07T00:33:20Z)

TheSpec.com - Entertainment_Wire - James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices like Kindle and the iPad. The big seller, by far, is the most ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-06T21:34:22Z)

Jane B. Noel, 82, of Paris dies

Jane B. Noel, 82 of Paris, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2010 at Golden Living-Pin Oaks in Mexico. Mrs. Noel was born on Jan. 13, 1928 in Shelby County, the daughter of Shelby and Susana Simon Bishop. She married Dick Noel on June 27, 1948 in Paris and he preceded her in death on Sept. 22, 2006 ... (Source: Mexico Ledger 2010-07-06T23:21:45Z)

Bower Uninterested In Nets GM Post

Hornets general manager Jeff Bower says that he isn't interested in taking the same job in New Jersey. Detroit's Joe Dumars made a similar claim on Monday, taking his name out of the race by denying reports of interest. "Hornets GM Bower, per team release, joins Pistons GM Dumars in saying not ... (Source: RealGM 2010-07-06T20:29:57Z)

New Orleans Saints 'Championship Tour' begins Tuesday

The Vince Lombardi Trophy is taking a trip around the Gulf South. Rusty Costanza/The Times-Picayune The Lombardi Trophy is guarded by members of the U.S. Marine Corps' Recruiting Station Baton Rouge at New Orleans Saints minicamp. The New Orleans Saints , along with the United States Marine Corps ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-07-07T01:52:04Z)

Push to make some cold meds Rx only

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) - An Indiana law aimed at curbing methamphetamine production already restricts the sale of some over-the-counter cold medicine used to make meth. Now there's a growing push for a stronger law that ... (Source: WISH-TV 2010-07-07T00:47:39Z)

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)

Drew Brees book 'Coming Back Stronger" on sale

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees tells the story of his rise to Super Bowl MVP with his new book, "Coming Back Stronger." The book went on sale in bookstores and online nationwide today. Brees will sign books at ... (Source: Gonzales Weekly Citizen 2010-07-06T21:05:44Z)

LeBron James makes decision to finally join Twitter

AKRON, Ohio — LeBron James has made one decision — he joined Twitter. The NBA's most ballyhooed free agent opened an account on the social networking site Tuesday. Publicist Keith Estabrook confirmed the monicker ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-07-06T19:32:41Z)

NBA free agency roundup: LeBron James to announce decision Thursday on ESPN

Sources told ESPN.com that representatives for James contacted the network about the special. James' representatives requested that they be allowed to sell sponsorship for the one-hour special, with the proceeds going ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-07T02:13:33Z)

Hong Kong Fashion Week Kicks Off Spring/Summer 2011

The temperature outside was hot and humid, think 91 degrees with 70 percent humidty, as Hong Kong Fashion Week kicked off July 5 with four days of fashion and business. Ika, an Indonesian designer based in Hong Kong, brought a cooling trend to the show with her as-always incredible collection of ... (Source: Apparel News 2010-07-06T08:05:29Z)

Monson: For Jazz, doing nothing might accomplish something

While the Bulls and Heat and Nets and Knicks and Cavs sit and sit some more, waiting for LeBron James to make up his mind, so the victors then can go ahead and hoist a toast and the scorned can activate Plan B, C, D, or E, the Jazz may be sitting and waiting, too. Sitting and waiting … and sitting ... (Source: Salt Lake Tribune 2010-07-06T11:47:24Z)

NHL free agency: Defensemen fly off the market on Day 1

NEW YORK -- It was a great day to be a free agent defenseman in the NHL. Once they started at 12:01 p.m. ET, they didn't stop for the greater part of the day. Forget long-term negotiations, these hockey deals got done ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-02T06:58:39Z)

NBA: LeBron James joins Twitter but offers no hint about future

Well, at least we got a tweet out of LeBron James. With the Summer of LeBron trudging along with no break in sight, the NBA's most prized free agent opened a Twitter account and posted his first message on the social ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-07-07T02:42:11Z)

Updated w/ Khan, St. James: McCosky: If Mike Modano continues career, he'll do so with Red Wings

Wow, per the Detroit News's Chris McCosky: Mike Modano, speaking while attending the Detroit Tigers-Baltimore Orioles game with Mike Babcock, Ken Holland and Mike Ilitch, says that if he continues his NHL career, he will ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-07T02:35:01Z)

Art from Diana's family homes to go on the block

LONDON (AP) — Art, antiques, and even carriages owned by the aristocratic family of Diana, Princess of Wales, are being put on sale in a three days of auctions beginnning Tuesday. The auctions feature items which once ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-07-06T22:03:00Z)

Art From Diana's Family Homes to Go on the Block

Art, antiques, and even carriages owned by the aristocratic family of Diana, Princess of Wales, are to go on sale in London beginning on Tuesday. The three auctions feature items which once belonged at Althorp House, the Spencer family's country estate in Northhamptonshire, and in Spencer House ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-06T19:47:00Z)

James Patterson has 1M in e-book sales; publisher says he's 1st to hit milestone

The Associated Press NEW YORK, N.Y. - James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-07T02:49:20Z)

NETS SHIFT THEIR WAIT TO GM HUNT

Watch paint dry, grass grow, chrome rust. Or interview candidates for the team's president and general-manager's jobs. There are many things Nets could do while waiting for LeBron James to announce his decision. So the Nets have talked with Hornets GM Jeff Bower as a possible replacement for ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-07-07T02:27:52Z)

The Merchant Ivory Adaptation of the Henry James Novel "The Golden Bowl" Has Been Much Underrated

The Ismail Merchant/JamesIvory/Ruth Jhabvala (henceforth, MIJ--producer, director, screenplay writer) 2000 adaptation of Henry James's late and forbidding masterpiece The Golden Bowl in general and Uma Thurman's single-minded Charlotte Stant in particular received generally tepid reviews. It seems ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-05T17:03:33Z)

New Meth Laws Considered

FORT WAYNE, Ind. -- An Indiana law aimed at curbing methamphetamine production already restricts the sale of some over-the-counter cold medicine used to make meth. Now there's a growing push for a stronger law that would make pseudoephedrine available only by a doctor's prescription. The Journal ... (Source: WLKY.com 2010-07-06T20:44:16Z)

Think Pistons have problems? It'd be worse if Joe Dumars left for Nets

AP File Photo Detroit Pistons president of basketball operations Joe Dumars was courted by the New Jersey Nets to replace their outgoing team president. LAS VEGAS -- Detroit Pistons fans who believe in Joe Dumars point ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-07T02:49:20Z)

James Patterson tops 1 million in e-book sales

James Patterson's publishing company says that he's the first author to exceed one million sales in electronic book delivery. The Hachette Book Group says Patterson has moved 1.14 million units of his books for devices ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-06T21:20:03Z)

Brees' new memoir deals goes much deeper than winning

NEW ORLEANS -- Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees asks himself often is there anything he could have done to prevent his mother from committing suicide. The Saints quarterback initially viewed his mother's death as very personal, but he opens up about that tragedy as well as other failures and misfortunes in ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-07T01:09:07Z)

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