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Deals of the Hour / July 14, 2010, 9:14 pm

University Medical Schools Test Cell Phones for Health Care Tasks

Dr. Richard Katz of George Washington University Hospital is testing whether inner-city diabetics might better control their blood sugar and thus save Medicaid dollars by tracking their disease using Internet-connected ... (Source: Diverse: Issues in Higher Educatio 2010-07-14T12:49:29Z)

George Steinbrenner's Olympic legacy

The United States won a Winter Olympics record 37 medals five months ago in Vancouver, a dramatic turnaround from the previous Canadian Winter Games. 1988 was a turning point for the U.S. Olympic Committee, which ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-13T22:01:52Z)

Timing of Steinbrenner's death may save heirs millions of dollars in taxes

CHICAGO — Born on the Fourth of July, George Steinbrenner left the world stage with a great sense of timing. Because died in 2010, his wealth avoids the federal estate tax, likely saving his heirs enough money to field ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-14T06:58:44Z)

Iowa tea party group's billboard linking Obama to Hitler, Lenin removed

D ES MOINES, Iowa — An Iowa tea party group today replaced a billboard comparing President Barack Obama to Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Lenin, calling the sign a bad decision that reflected poorly on the organization ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-14T19:37:31Z)

Hef bids to buy back Playboy; rival ears perk up

CHICAGO -- Hugh Hefner's offer to take Playboy Enterprises private drew the promise of a competing bid Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-07-13T10:20:21Z)

Steinbrenner Heirs May Save Millions on Estate Tax

Born on the Fourth of July, George Steinbrenner left the world stage with a great sense of timing too. By dying in 2010, the billionaire and long-time New York Yankees owner's wealth avoids the federal estate tax ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-14T11:02:07Z)

Don't expect any blockbuster nights from Orlando Magic

Matching the three-year offer sheet of the Chicago Bulls , who are trying to pry away J.J. Redick ? Or will it be letting go of Matt Barnes in favor of Quentin Richardson , who signed a multi-year deal Monday afternoon ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-12T22:17:22Z)

BP Would Be Barred From New Offshore Leases Under House Bill

Representative George Miller of California has sponsored the amendment to bar BP Plc from new U.S. offshore leases to drill for oil or natural gas. Photographer: Jay Mallin / Bloomberg News BP Plc would be barred from ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T21:10:34Z)

Bill would bar new BP leases

The Committee on Natural Resources voted to pass an amendment by Representative George Miller, a California Democrat, that would prevent BP and other companies from getting new leases unless they pass safety and ... (Source: Upstream Online 2010-07-14T19:16:02Z)

Rival may bid on Playboy

Hugh Hefner's offer to take Playboy Enterprises Inc. private drew the promise of a competing bid on Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder ... (Source: Times Union 2010-07-14T09:00:26Z)

ENVIRONMENT: Proposed House Measure Would Block BP from new Offshore Drilling

Thought you might be interested in this: ENVIRONMENT: Proposed House Measure Would Block BP from new Offshore Drilling http://www.publicintegrity.org/blog/entry/2238 The Center for Public Integrity http://www ... (Source: Public Integrity 2010-07-14T22:57:57Z)

Orlando Magic's J.J. Redick saga: Pros and cons of matching Chicago Bulls offer

The Orlando Magic and the Chicago Bulls are competing to sign J.J. Redick , and as of late Wednesday, there was only one unanimous winner: And that is Redick. Whether he stays in Orlando or moves on to Chicago, Redick ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-15T03:08:29Z)

doubleinstocks.com Announces Daily Stock Watch - ZMGD, VVUS, TSLA, CSCO

Las Vegas, NV, Jul 13, 2010 (WORLD STOCK WIRE via COMTEX) -- doubleinstocks tracks stocks daily and is pleased to offer its hot stock alerts. Investors can receive FREE Stock Alerts by visiting doubleinstocks.com at the ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-07-13T19:53:01Z)

Iowa 'tea party' group removes billboard likening Obama to Hitler, Lenin

Des Moines, Iowa — A conservative group replaced a billboard comparing President Obama to Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Lenin on Wednesday, calling the sign a mistake. Workers papered over the Mason City sign at the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-15T03:37:07Z)

Steinbrenner estate could save $328 million in estate taxes because in died in 2010

Born on the Fourth of July, George Steinbrenner left the world stage with a great sense of timing, too. By dying in 2010, the billionaire and long-time New York Yankees owner's wealth avoids the federal estate tax ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-15T03:51:26Z)

California Chief Justice George to resign

SAN FRANCISCO - California Chief Justice Ron George announced on Wednesday that he is stepping down. The state's top jurist said he won't seek re-election in November. His last day in office will be Jan. 2. Gov. Pete ... (Source: Daily Breeze 2010-07-14T20:49:06Z)

Hugh Hefner: Willing to buy up all Playboy shares

Hefner's offer drew the promise of a competing bid on Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder could lose control of the men's magazine he ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-13T09:01:37Z)

Obama-Hitler Billboard Covered Up In Iowa

A billboard in Mason City, Iowa, created by a conservative Tea Party group comparing President Obama to Adolf Hitler and Vladimir Lenin has been removed. Before being covered up. Kent Beatty, the general manager of the ... (Source: NPR News 2010-07-14T19:30:21Z)

Director leaving Juvenile Justice Department

The director of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice has resigned as the department wrestles with Gov. Pat Quinn's controversial proposal to fold it into the larger Department of Children and Family Services. By ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-15T01:13:57Z)

Using Cell Phones to Help Fight Chronic Diseases

Researchers are trying to harness the power of cell phones to help fight chronic diseases. Dr. Richard Katz of George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., calls it "medical minutes." Katz is testing ... (Source: WHSV 2010-07-13T16:32:35Z)

Fixed Mobile Convergence

Las Vegas, NV, Jul 13, 2010 (WORLD STOCK WIRE via COMTEX) -- doubleinstocks tracks stocks daily and is pleased to offer its hot stock alerts. Investors can receive FREE Stock Alerts by visiting doubleinstocks.com at the ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-07-13T19:38:42Z)

California Chief Justice Ron George stepping down

California Chief Justice Ron George announced his retirement Wednesday, stunning colleagues and court watchers who saw him issue the opinion that briefly legalized gay marriage and passionately work to consolidate the ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-15T00:23:51Z)

Leafs sign German forward Mueller to two-year contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs signed forward Marcel Mueller to a two-year entry-level contract Wednesday. The 22-year-old scored 24 goals and added 32 assists in 53 games last season with the Cologne Sharks of the ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-15T01:13:57Z)

Huge Potential From SSHO, VVUS, SGMA - PennyToBuck.com

You can t judge a vehicle by its chassis. It s truly what s inside that counts. That means that its engine has to be running efficiently enough to offer better gas mileage, more power, and reduced hydrocarbon ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-07-14T14:08:14Z)

Calif. Chief Justice Ron George stepping down

SAN FRANCISCO — California Chief Justice Ron George is stepping down. The state's top jurist announced Wednesday that he won't seek re-election in November. His last day in office will be Jan. 2. Gov. Pete Wilson ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-07-14T20:56:15Z)

Director of Illinois' Department of Juvenile Justice Resigns

The director of the Illinois agency that houses delinquent children has turned in his resignation. In a letter to the governor, Kurt Friedenauer simply says he's leaving the Department of Juvenile Justice to pursue other ... (Source: Chicago Public Radio 2010-07-14T21:17:44Z)

German speed skater Anni Friesinger-Postma retires

BERLIN, July 14 (Xinhua) -- Treble Olympic champion Anni Friesinger-Postma decided on Wednesday to end her speed skating career due to an articular cartilage damage in her knee. "I have to accept that my knee joint no ... (Source: Xinhua News Agency 2010-07-15T00:09:32Z)

Illinois `Fiscal Malpractice' Widens Yield Gap in $900 Million Bond Offer

Illinois , whose comptroller said the state is in the worst financial position in its history, may face a risk premium that is almost 15 percent above what it paid last month when it sells $900 million of Build America ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T04:49:53Z)

From texting to apps, using cell phones for healt

WASHINGTON (AP) - Researchers are trying to harness the power of cell phones to help fight chronic diseases. Dr. Richard Katz of George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., calls it "medical minutes." Katz ... (Source: WNCT 2010-07-13T13:05:00Z)

NBA Trade Rumors: Vince Carter To The Bulls If Magic Re-Sign J.J. Redick?

While the Chicago Bulls anxiously await the Orlando Magic's decision on whether to match their three-year, $19 million offer sheet to J.J. Redick, Gar Forman and John Paxson should be forming a Plan B. So suppose Chicago ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-14T01:22:18Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 14, 2010, 8:18 pm

Tournigan Plans Private Placement

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Tournigan Energy Ltd. (TVC: TSX-V; TGP: Frankfurt) (Tournigan or the "Company") plans to raise up to $3,000,000 from a non-brokered private placement financing from the sale ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-07-12T23:57:35Z)

Hugh Hefner offers to buy rest of Playboy

Hefner's offer drew the promise of a competing bid today from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder could lose control of the men's magazine he ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-12T22:31:41Z)

Strong storms move through northwestern Wisconsin

Strong storms moving through northwestern Wisconsin have caused some structural damage. The St. Croix County sheriff's office says a garage was destroyed near Hammond and a roof was blown off a house today. They're also ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-07-14T18:04:27Z)

Jennifer Lopez cancels concert at northern Cyprus hotel

Jennifer Lopez has canceled a concert planned for the July 24 opening of the Cratos Premium Hotel and Casino, responding to online pressure against the performance in the breakaway north of the island Cyprus. "Jennifer ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-10T03:14:25Z)

Strong storms moving through Wisconsin

HUDSON (WKOW) -- Strong storms moving through northwestern Wisconsin have caused some structural damage. The St. Croix County Sheriff's Department says a garage was destroyed near Hammond and a roof was blown off a house ... (Source: WKOW-TV.com 2010-07-14T19:01:43Z)

Marilyn Monroe Hollywood home for sale in Brentwood, CA

The last home where famed Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe resided is now on the market. For just $3.6 million you can own the house Marilyn lived in for just six months prior to her tragic overdose death. The home is ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-14T12:20:51Z)

Adtran shares gain on strong 2nd-quarter results

Shares of Adtran Inc. rose Wednesday after the networking equipment maker reported strong second-quarter results. THE SPARK: In the second quarter, Adtran reported revenue of $150.4 million and earnings of 44 cents per ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-14T19:37:31Z)

Will Piers Morgan Be the Next Larry King?

Rumor has it that "America's Got Talent" judge Piers Morgan is thisclose to a deal with CNN, but he wouldn't fess up to "Extra" when we asked. "I can't actually talk about it at the moment," Morgan told "Extra's" Terri ... (Source: Celebrity Justice 2010-07-14T21:32:03Z)

Northern Gold Announces Completion of $2,500,500 Brokered Private Placement

TORONTO, ONTARIO, Jul 06, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Northern Gold Mining Inc. ("Northern Gold" or the "Company") (TSX:CA:NGM) announces that it has completed a private placement financing for aggregate gross ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-06T12:30:21Z)

Lexmark shares take a hit after Morgan Stanley cuts rating to sell

NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of Lexmark International Inc. took a hit Wednesday after a Morgan Stanley analyst cut her rating on the printer and copier maker, citing stiffer competition and the weakening euro. THE SPARK ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-14T16:09:55Z)

Benihana Considering Alternatives Including Sale

Benihana said it would explore "strategic alternatives," including possibly selling its chain of Japanese restaurants. The company's board has started a formal review of alternatives and intends to hire a strategic ... (Source: Portfolio.com 2010-07-14T20:27:37Z)

Hugh Hefner: Willing to buy up all Playboy shares

Hefner's offer drew the promise of a competing bid on Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder could lose control of the men's magazine he ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-13T09:01:37Z)

Piers Morgan could earn $18 million at CNN

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - Piers Morgan reportedly stands to make $5-6 million annually over the next three years if he takes Larry King's seat at CNN. That's just one of the beats in the news cycle Wednesday ... (Source: Zimbio 2010-07-15T02:47:01Z)

Strasburg baseball card is up for sale, again

A rare Stephen Strasburg baseball card is hitting the auction block again. Bidding opens for the autographed 2010 Bowman Prospects rookie card at $9,000 at noon on Wednesday. Huggins and Scott, a sports memorabilia ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-14T09:29:04Z)

Bankruptcy judge rules that Rangers will be auctioned

A federal bankruptcy judge decided yesterday that the Texas Rangers will be auctioned off after all, despite angry creditors' claims that the bidding process is unfair and still favors Major League Baseball's preferred ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-14T06:58:44Z)

Roy Rogers' stuffed horse sold to Neb. TV station

NEW YORK -- Roy Rogers' stuffed horse, Trigger, has been sold at auction in New York City for more than $266,000. Christie's says Rogers' faithful companion was bought by RFD-TV in Omaha, Neb., at an auction Wednesday of ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-15T01:28:16Z)

Jennifer Lopez Cancels Northern Cyprus Gig after Greek Cypriots Protests

Jennifer Lopez has been forced to cancel a Cyprus performance after receiving thousands of protest letters from Greek Cypriots. Jennifer Lopez, her husband and children were to stay at a Cyprus hotel but their plans ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-10T09:33:48Z)

Marilyn Monroe home for sale for $3.6 million

The posh Brentwood mansion where movie star Marilyn Monroe died in 1962 is up for sale for $3.6 million. The Spanish colonial revival home in the Los Angeles suburb is a 2,624-square-foot, one-story house built in 1929 ... (Source: Walletpop.com 2010-07-14T14:44:01Z)

Jennifer Lopez Cancels Cyprus Concert

New York, New York - The publicist for Jennifer Lopez has announced; J. Lo has canceled a planned performance in Turkish-occupied Northern Cyprus. Politicians of Greece and Cyprus urged Lopez to reconsider a July 24th ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-10T00:44:05Z)

Nolan Ryan's ownership group sues Texas Rangers to speed team's sale

FORT WORTH – Claiming its deal is being "derailed" and "hijacked," the prospective new owners of the Rangers, including team president Nolan Ryan, filed suit against the ballclub Monday, asking that a bankruptcy judge ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-07-13T04:58:14Z)

Marilyn Monroe's home for sale in Brentwood...! {Photo}

Marilyn Monroe's home is for sale in beautiful Brentwood of Los Angeles, California. The home was originally purchased for $90,000 by the iconic Monroe, in 1962. The Brentwood home is where she died of a drug overdose ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-14T21:10:34Z)

Rival may bid on Playboy

Hugh Hefner's offer to take Playboy Enterprises Inc. private drew the promise of a competing bid on Monday from the owner of archrival Penthouse magazine. That raises the possibility that Playboy's 84-year-old founder ... (Source: Times Union 2010-07-14T09:00:26Z)

KNICK EXPLORATION INC. COMPLETES $617,252 PRIVATE PLACEMENT WITH NORTHERN SECURITIES

Val d'Or, Quebec, Canada - July 9, 2010 - Knick Exploration Inc. (TSX-V: KNX | PowerRating ) is pleased to announce that it has held a first closing of its previously-announced private placement with Northern Securities ... (Source: TradingMarkets.com 2010-07-09T21:09:21Z)

Bankruptcy judge sets Aug. 4 hearing for Texas Rangers after contentious hearing

FORT WORTH, Texas - A federal bankruptcy judge has decided that the Texas Rangers will be auctioned off after all. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge D. Michael Lynn set the date for Aug. 4. Major League Baseball endorsed its ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-13T22:16:11Z)

Strong storms move through northern Wisconsin

HUDSON, Wis. (AP) -- Strong storms moving through northwestern Wisconsin have caused some structural damage. The St. Croix County Sheriff's Department says a garage was destroyed near Hammond and a roof was blown off a ... (Source: WKBT 2010-07-14T19:44:40Z)

Benihana mulling sale of restaurants

Benihana Inc. this week said it's considering strategic alternatives for the company, which could include the possible sale of its Japanese restaurants. The Miami-based company said its board has started a formal review of ... (Source: Columbus Business Journal 2010-07-14T17:50:08Z)

Piers Morgan likely successor to King at CNN while remaining on NBC's 'America's Got ...

NEW YORK (AP) — "America's Got Talent" judge Piers Morgan appears to be the front-runner to claim the CNN talk show long hosted by Larry King , and he has won permission from NBC , which airs the hit talent contest, to ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-07-14T20:41:56Z)

Benihana's menu adds sale option

Struggling Japanese steak-and-sushi joint Benihana said it's exploring a possible sale of the company in hopes of averting a shareholder revolt. "Several large shareholders have expressed disagreement with the board and ... (Source: New York Post 2010-07-14T04:57:03Z)

Texas Rangers sued over bankruptcy sale

A group of investors led by baseball great Nolan Ryan and sports mogul Chuck Greenberg is suing the Texas Rangers for breeching an agreement to sell the team, court documents showed Monday. The Greenberg-Ryan group, as ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-07-12T19:39:53Z)

Codexis jumps as analyst starts at 'Outperform'

Shares of enzyme developer Codexis Inc. surged Wednesday after a Credit Suisse analyst started coverage of the stock with a top rating and predicted the stock will double in value. THE SPARK: Analyst Edward Westlake ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-14T18:40:15Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 14, 2010, 6:16 pm

Lakes Entertainment Terminates Deal With Penn Ventures

(RTTNews) - Lakes Entertainment Inc. (LACO: News ) said it has entered into a termination agreement with Penn Ventures LLC, a subsidiary of Penn National Gaming Inc. (PENN: News ), under which Lakes agreed to relinquish ... (Source: RTT News 2010-07-14T15:19:49Z)

British Airways Wins EU Backing for AMR, Iberia Deals

(Updates with closing share prices in 11th paragraph.) July 14 (Bloomberg) -- British Airways Plc won European Union antitrust approval for a $6.6 billion merger with Iberia Lineas Aereas de Espana SA and an alliance ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-14T17:07:11Z)

TheSpec.com - NBA_Basketball_Wire - Matt Bonner back with San Antonio Spurs after ...

SAN ANTONIO - The San Antonio Spurs have finalized a new contract with forward Matt Bonner. The Spurs announced the deal Tuesday, a day after signing Brazilian centre Tiago Splitter, their 2007 first-round draft pick ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-13T23:34:55Z)

Plea deal done in theft of Julie Newmar's jewelry

LOS ANGELES -- A man accused of stealing jewelry from Julie Newmar has pleaded no contest to grand theft. Robert Ouriel entered the plea Tuesday in Los Angeles and was sentenced to three years probation and 45 days of ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-14T09:57:42Z)

British Airways Wins EU Antitrust Approval for Iberia Merger, AMR Alliance

British Airways Plc won European Union antitrust approval for a $6.6 billion merger with Iberia Lineas Aereas de Espana SA and an alliance with AMR Corp. 's American Airlines that will control almost 50 percent of U.S ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T17:14:21Z)

Fitch affirms Goodrich rating

Fitch Ratings affirmed its ratings and negative outlook for managed health care company Cigna Corp. on Monday. Fitch said it expects Cigna to return to solid earnings and cash flow after trouble in 2008 and early 2009 ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-07-14T17:07:11Z)

Spurs finalize new contract with Bonner

The San Antonio Spurs have finalized a new contract with forward Matt Bonner . The Spurs announced the deal Tuesday, a day after signing Brazilian center Tiago Splitter , their 2007 first-round draft pick. The two are ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-07-13T23:13:27Z)

EU clears BA-Iberia merger, alliance with American

British Airways and Iberia on Wednesday won the European Union's regulatory approval to merge and to team up with American Airlines to share more of their lucrative trans-Atlantic routes. The companies say the two deals ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-14T17:50:08Z)

Mike Miller says he's closing in on Miami Heat deal, saying 'we'll have it done'

MIAMI (AP) — Mike Miller had talks with LeBron James during the NBA finals about free agency, and the reigning two-time MVP had a simple message for one of the league's best shooters. "Sit tight," James told Miller. So ... (Source: WREG 2010-07-14T22:29:19Z)

Gay-marriage cases inch closer to Supreme Court

Lawsuits over gay marriage have escalated on the nation's two coasts, energizing advocates on both sides and bringing the legal battle over same-sex marriage closer to the U.S. Supreme Court. Final arguments in a ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-07-14T20:13:18Z)

NBA free-agency tracker: Al Harrington to Nuggets; Luke Ridnour to Minnesota

Free-agent power forward Al Harrington says he's headed to the Nuggets, who are in dire need of frontcourt help with Kenyon Martin, Chris Andersen and Nene coming off leg injuries. Now it appears the ball is in All ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-14T21:32:03Z)

Miller closing in on Heat deal

MIAMI -- Mike Miller had talks with LeBron James during the NBA finals about free agency, and the reigning two-time MVP had a simple message for one of the league's best shooters. "Sit tight," James told Miller. So ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-14T23:05:06Z)

Spurs Signing Matt Bonner

SAN ANTONIO (AP) - The San Antonio Spurs have finalized a new contract with forward Matt Bonner. The Spurs announced the deal Tuesday, a day after signing Brazilian center Tiago Splitter, their 2007 first-round draft ... (Source: KOLO TV Reno 2010-07-14T00:39:21Z)

Minnesota Timberwolves agree to deal with Luke Ridnour

MINNEAPOLIS — With so many baby-faced players on a roster that is in the middle of a massive overhaul, team president David Kahn put a priority on adding some experience to help the young Minnesota Timberwolves grow ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-14T18:47:24Z)

Timberwolves agree to deal with former Oregon Duck Luke Ridnour

MINNEAPOLIS -- A person with knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press that the Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to a four-year, $16 million deal with free agent point guard Luke Ridnour. The person ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-07-14T23:48:03Z)

First-place White Sox make stunning turnaround, take 25-5 run into second half of ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Ozzie Guillen 's always full of advice. The way his Chicago White Sox have played before the break this season — first with a miserable start and then with a stunning turnaround — it sure seems ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-14T18:54:34Z)

Plea hearing set for Cavs' West on weapons charges

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Delonte West has a plea hearing scheduled in connection with his 2009 arrest for speeding on a motorcycle and carrying weapons. West had been scheduled for a trial next week, but now Maryland ... (Source: San Luis Obispo Tribune 2010-07-14T20:13:18Z)

Man pleas 'no contest' in theft of Julie Newmar's jewelry

A man accused of stealing jewelry from Julie Newmar has pleaded no contest to grand theft. Robert Ouriel entered the plea Tuesday in Los Angeles and was sentenced to three years probation and 45 days of community service ... (Source: Pbpulse 2010-07-14T15:55:36Z)

Fight Over Same-Gender Marriage Heading Inexorably Toward Supreme Court

For more than three years now, this column has argued repeatedly that laws that bar gay and lesbian couples from marrying were unconstitutional, based in part on a landmark 1967 Supreme Court ruling that struck down ... (Source: DAILY KOS 2010-07-13T09:37:24Z)

NBA: Mike Miller closing in on finally finishing Heat deal

MIAMI — Mike Miller had talks with LeBron James during the NBA finals about free agency, and the reigning two-time MVP had a simple message for one of the league's best shooters. "Sit tight," James told Miller ... (Source: Naples Daily News 2010-07-14T22:15:00Z)

Feds: Airline fees make it hard for consumers to shop for the best deal when buying ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Finding the best deal on a flight has become a lot more difficult, thanks to hefty baggage and service fees that consumers often don't know about until they show up at the airline counter ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-14T21:46:22Z)

Airline fees make it hard to shop for best deal

Finding the best deal on a flight has become a lot more difficult, thanks to hefty baggage and service fees that consumers often don't know about until they show up at the airline counter, congressional investigators say ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-14T21:10:34Z)

Lakes Entertainment cashes out on Ohio casino projects

Lakes Entertainment Inc. has cashed out of two Ohio casino projects it invested in with a Pennsylvania gaming company, the two companies said on Wednesday. Lakes sold its stake in Penn National Gaming Inc. casino ... (Source: Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal 2010-07-14T17:50:08Z)

Plea deal done in theft of Julie Newmar's jewelry

LOS ANGELES — A man accused of stealing jewelry from Julie Newmar has pleaded no contest to grand theft. Robert Ouriel entered the plea Tuesday in Los Angeles and was sentenced to three years probation and 45 days of ... (Source: San Mateo Daily Journal 2010-07-14T11:02:07Z)

Court Deals Blow to DOMA

In a major victory for marriage equality advocates, a federal judge in Boston ruled Thursday in two separate cases that a critical portion of the federal Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional. In one challenge ... (Source: Advocate 2010-07-08T22:36:26Z)

Pat Caputo: Reality bites! Tigers must deal with the White Sox (with video)

Detroit Tigers starter Andy Oliver works against the Minnesota Twins in the third inning of a baseball game Sunday, July 11, 2010 in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) Detroit Tigers' Magglio Ordonez singles against the ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-07-14T23:19:25Z)

Penn Nat'l unit breaks ties with Ohio partner

Penn National Gaming Inc. says that its wholly owned subsidiary working on two Ohio casinos has ended its agreement with Lakes Entertainment Inc. Both companies said that, in exchange for a $25 million cash payment, the ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-14T18:18:46Z)

Red-hot White Sox start second half of season in first place

CHICAGO | Ozzie Guillen's always full of advice. The way his White Sox have played before the break this season — first with a miserable start and then with a stunning turnaround — it sure seems appropriate. Ozzie ... (Source: NWI.com 2010-07-14T19:23:12Z)

Airline fees complicate good deals

WASHINGTON (AP) - Finding the best deal on a flight has become a lot more difficult, thanks to hefty baggage and service fees that consumers often don't know about until they show up at the airline counter, congressional ... (Source: KRQE News 13 2010-07-14T18:04:27Z)

Calif court OKs pharmacies' suit against drug cos.

SAN FRANCISCO -- The California Supreme Court has breathed new life into a massive antitrust lawsuit filed by pharmacies against 18 of the country's largest drugmakers. The pharmacies accuse the drugmakers of conspiring ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-14T03:02:31Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 14, 2010, 5:13 pm

Nokia Said to be in Talks to Buy Motorola Arm

Nokia Siemens is in talks to buy the telecom equipment arm of Motorola , according to The Wall Street Journal, Reuters said . Quoting people familiar with the matter, The Journal said a deal could be worth $1.1 billion ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-07-14T15:48:27Z)

EBay shareholders seek details of Whitman deal

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- Two eBay shareholders have asked the online auction company to release details of a confidential settlement it paid to a staffer who accused then-CEO Meg Whitman of pushing her. The Republican ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-07-14T14:29:42Z)

NBA Notebook: Clippers sign Willie Warren

The Los Angeles Clippers have signed guard Willie Warren, their second-round selection in the NBA draft. Warren averaged a team-best 16.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 4.1 assists in 21 games as a sophomore last season for ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-07-14T14:01:04Z)

Nurses union seeks eBay files on Whitman 'push'

Two longtime eBay shareholders are demanding the e-commerce giant open up its records regarding a 2007 altercation between an employee and Meg Whitman, the company's then-chief executive and current candidate for ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-14T17:42:59Z)

Nolan Ryan's ownership group sues Texas Rangers to speed team's sale

FORT WORTH – Claiming its deal is being "derailed" and "hijacked," the prospective new owners of the Rangers, including team president Nolan Ryan, filed suit against the ballclub Monday, asking that a bankruptcy judge ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-07-13T04:58:14Z)

Airline fees make it hard to shop for best deal

Finding the best deal on a flight has become a lot more difficult, thanks to hefty baggage and service fees that consumers often don't know about until they show up at the airline counter, congressional investigators say ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-14T21:10:34Z)

Lakes Entertainment cashes out on Ohio casino projects

Lakes Entertainment Inc. has cashed out of two Ohio casino projects it invested in with a Pennsylvania gaming company, the two companies said on Wednesday. Lakes sold its stake in Penn National Gaming Inc. casino ... (Source: Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal 2010-07-14T17:50:08Z)

Penn Nat'l unit breaks ties with Ohio partner

Penn National Gaming Inc. says that its wholly owned subsidiary working on two Ohio casinos has ended its agreement with Lakes Entertainment Inc. Both companies said that, in exchange for a $25 million cash payment, the ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-14T18:18:46Z)

Stocks Picks: Hasbro, Intel, Motorola, Yum! Brands

On July 14, The Wall Street Journal reported that Nokia Siemens Networks is in negotiations to purchase Motorola's telecommunications-equipment business, citing unidentified people familiar with the situation. The deal ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-07-14T16:09:55Z)

TheSpec.com - NBA_Basketball_Wire - Bobcats help shore up PG depth by reaching deal ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Charlotte Bobcats have addressed their hole at point guard by coming to terms with free agent Shaun Livingston. Agent Henry Thomas on Wednesday confirmed his client was headed to Charlotte but didn ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-14T21:17:44Z)

GAO wants airlines to clearly disclose other fees

WASHINGTON - A government watchdog says airline fees for checked bags and other services are complicating things for consumers trying to find the best deal on airfare. The Government Accountability Office recommended in ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2010-07-14T21:32:03Z)

Bobcats reach deal with PG Shaun Livingston

(AP) — CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Charlotte Bobcats have addressed their hole at point guard by coming to terms with free agent Shaun Livingston. Agent Henry Thomas on Wednesday confirmed his client was headed to Charlotte ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-07-14T22:00:41Z)

Airline fees complicate good deals

WASHINGTON (AP) - Finding the best deal on a flight has become a lot more difficult, thanks to hefty baggage and service fees that consumers often don't know about until they show up at the airline counter, congressional ... (Source: KRQE News 13 2010-07-14T18:04:27Z)

China, Argentina agree $10 billion in rail deals

BEIJING (AFP) – China and Argentina on Tuesday agreed contracts for railway projects in the South American country totalling 10 billion dollars, Argentine Transport Minister Juan Pablo Schiavi told AFP. A total of 10 ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-13T13:26:28Z)

Second round pick Willie Warren inks deal with Los Angeles Clippers

After trading for the rights to Kentucky point guard Eric Bledsoe , the Los Angeles Clippers picked up another talented ball handler in the second round of the draft when the team selected Oklahoma's Willie Warren 54th ... (Source: Examiner 2010-07-14T17:14:21Z)

Former Sooner Warren signed by Clippers

Willie Warren was signed by the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, officially joining the team which drafted him in the second round of the NBA draft. Warren will join former teammate Blake Griffin, who sat out his entire ... (Source: U-Wire.com 2010-07-14T20:56:15Z)

Bobcats fill hole in backcourt, reach deal with Livingston

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Charlotte Bobcats have addressed their hole at point guard by coming to terms with free agent Shaun Livingston. Agent Henry Thomas on Wednesday confirmed his client was headed to Charlotte but ... (Source: NBA 2010-07-14T21:39:12Z)

Steelers give coach Mike Tomlin three-year extension

Pittsburgh -- The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that the Steelers have given coach Mike Tomlin a three-year contract extension. The newspaper says Steelers president Art Rooney negotiated the deal. Terms were not ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-14T20:41:56Z)

GAO: Airline fees make it hard for consumers to shop for the best deal when buying ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — A government watchdog says airline fees for checked bags and other services are complicating things for consumers trying to find the best deal on airfare. The Government Accountability Office ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-14T14:22:33Z)

UPDATE 3-Argentina says reaches deal with China over soyoil

BUENOS AIRES, June 25 (Reuters) - Argentina has reached an agreement with China to end the Asian nation's freeze on Argentine soyoil imports, the government said on Friday, but some traders were skeptical that the trade ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-03T23:53:56Z)

Feds: Airline fees make it hard for consumers to shop for the best deal when buying ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Finding the best deal on a flight has become a lot more difficult, thanks to hefty baggage and service fees that consumers often don't know about until they show up at the airline counter ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-14T21:46:22Z)

Chuck Greenberg, Nolan Ryan suing Texas Rangers Baseball Partners

FORT WORTH – Claiming its deal is being "derailed" and "hijacked," the prospective new owners of the Rangers, including team president Nolan Ryan, filed suit against the ballclub Monday, asking that a bankruptcy judge ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-07-13T04:08:07Z)

NFL: Steelers, Tomlin reach 3-year deal

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that the Steelers have given coach Mike Tomlin a three-year contract extension. The paper said team president Art Rooney negotiated the deal. The terms were not available. The ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-07-14T06:58:44Z)

Pressure Rises in Battle Between Whitman, Nurses

The fight between former eBay CEO and Republican gubernatorial nominee Meg Whitman and the California Nurses Association rages on, with both sides continuing to needle each other this week. Whitman's campaign is putting ... (Source: NBC Bay Area 2010-07-14T22:43:38Z)

China, Argentina sign rail deals - Update

00000402246928, othersBeijing - China and Argentina signed agreements for several railway and subway projects on Tuesday as Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner met her Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-07-13T11:53:25Z)

Motorola: Are Things Finally Going Its Way?

Could it be? More than two years after Carl Icahn began agitating that Motorola Inc. fix its "operational problems" and restructure its business units, the company appears to be making progress. The company is ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-07-14T22:07:50Z)

Tomlin, Steelers cut deal

PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that the Steelers have given Coach Mike Tomlin a three-year contract extension. The newspaper said Steelers president Art Rooney negotiated the deal. Terms were not ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2010-07-14T04:14:06Z)

Lakes Entertainment Terminates Deal With Penn Ventures

(RTTNews) - Lakes Entertainment Inc. (LACO: News ) said it has entered into a termination agreement with Penn Ventures LLC, a subsidiary of Penn National Gaming Inc. (PENN: News ), under which Lakes agreed to relinquish ... (Source: RTT News 2010-07-14T15:19:49Z)

GAO To Airlines: Clearly Disclose Fees

WASHINGTON D.C -- A government watchdog says airline fees for checked bags and other services are complicating things for consumers trying to find the best deal on airfare. The Government Accountability Office ... (Source: WSB-TV Atlanta 2010-07-14T17:57:18Z)

Texas Rangers, Lehman, Nortel, Visteon: Bankruptcy (Correct)

The Texas Rangers professional baseball club will hold an auction on Aug. 4 with an opening bid from the group that agreed to buy the team just before the filing for bankruptcy reorganization in May. Other bids are due ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-14T15:12:39Z)

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