Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 4, 2010, 11:40 pm

Senate votes for jobs

WASHINGTON -- Last-minute money to save the jobs of tens of thousands of teachers and other public workers overcame a Republican filibuster Wednesday and sped toward Senate passage. The House, under pressure ... (Source: Daily Camera 2010-08-05T06:18:20Z)

United Arab Emirates blacklists BlackBerrys

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Saudi Arabia is ordering its mobile operators to halt BlackBerry services throughout the kingdom this week, heightening tensions between device maker Research in Motion Ltd ... (Source: The Wenatchee World Online 2010-08-04T17:10:55Z)

Mavs owner Mark Cuban ups ante in Texas Rangers auction, starts bidding war with ...

FORT WORTH, Texas - The bidding war over the Texas Rangers heated up Wednesday as Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan's group offered $2 million more than Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban's group, which then ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-05T03:19:22Z)

Indonesia reviewing BlackBerry operations

JAKARTA, Indonesia - Indonesia said Wednesday that it is considering following the lead of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in banning BlackBerry services, adding to pressure on device maker Research in Motion ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-05T06:11:10Z)

AT&T Inc. Announces Offer to Exchange Outstanding 8.750% Senior Notes of New Cingular ...

AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) today announced the commencement of a private offer to exchange (i) any and all of the outstanding 8.750% Senior Notes of New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc. due 2031 (the "8.750% Notes") and (ii ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-04T13:57:39Z)

US: China must abide by Iran sanctions

China said on Friday it did not approve of tougher new sanctions imposed by the European Union on Iran and welcomed Tehran's offer to return to negotiations on a nuclear fuel swap without conditions. China also ... (Source: Today's Zaman 2010-08-02T23:04:03Z)

Judge Strikes Down CA's Prop 8, Leaked Ruling Sends Scribd Traffic Skyrocketing

Minutes ago, San Francisco federal judge Vaughn Walker struck down the infamous Proposition 8, a measure that banned same-sex marriage in California. Twitter and Facebook are abuzz with the news (as you'd ... (Source: TechCrunch 2010-08-04T21:42:56Z)

Senate vote lifts teachers' job hopes

August 5 Senate vote lifts teachers' job hopes Final Senate passage likely today, with House vote next week to extend stimulus law. ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON — Last-minute money to save ... (Source: Times-Leader 2010-08-05T05:06:45Z)

Photo slide show: Reaction to federal judge's ruling on Prop. 8 same-sex marriage ban

San Francisco federal judge, Chief U.S. District Judge Vaughn Walker, struck down California's ban on same-sex marriage, concluding that it tramples on the equal rights of gay and lesbian couples and setting ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-05T05:06:45Z)

Shaq to Celtics? Shaquille O'Neal Signs With Boston Celtics?

Shaq to Celtics? Shaquille O'Neal Signs With Boston Celtics? – Shaq might be joining the Boston Celtics next season, despite reports claiming that he was interested in re-joining LeBron James with the Miami Heat. The ... (Source: News Spreadit.org 2010-08-05T04:52:26Z)

Saudi Arabia bans BlackBerrys

NORMAN — DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Saudi Arabia is ordering its mobile operators to halt BlackBerry services throughout the kingdom this week, heightening tensions between device maker Research in Motion Ltd. and ... (Source: Norman Transcript 2010-08-04T07:02:28Z)

400 Chicago teachers laid off this week. Union says hire them back before hiring TFA recruits.

This is not just a problem in Chicago, but it is happening all over the country. Schools are laying off experienced teachers while hiring new ones through private companies like Teach for America and New Teacher Project ... (Source: Democratic Underground.com 2010-07-22T23:02:46Z)

Bill to aid states appears to head toward passage

The House, under pressure to help schools, was being called back from its summer break for an expected final vote next week. The $26 billion measure would help states ease their severe budget problems and -- advocates ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-05T06:11:10Z)

Federal judge overturns Prop 8 in California

A federal judge has overturned California's voter-approved ban on gay marriage, saying it violates the due process clause and equal-protection clause. Judge Vaughn Walker wrote that Prop. 8 "fails to advance ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-05T04:30:57Z)

Oil falls to near $82 in Asia as rally pauses

By ALEX KENNEDY Associated Press Writer SINGAPORE (AP) - Oil prices fell slightly to near $82 a barrel Thursday in Asia, pausing from a rally that lifted the commodity to a three-month high this week amid positive U.S ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-05T05:42:32Z)

Oil prices fall to near $77 a barrel

Oil prices dipped to near $77 a barrel today after a report showed U.S. crude supplies unexpectedly rose last week, suggesting demand remains weak. By early afternoon in Europe, benchmark crude for September ... (Source: Mississippi Business Journal 2010-07-28T12:04:15Z)

Emmis Communications Extends Preferred Stock Exchange Offer and Adjourns Special ...

INDIANAPOLIS , Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Emmis Communications Corporation, an Indiana corporation (Nasdaq: EMMS - News ) ("Emmis") today announced that it is extending its offer to issue 12% PIK Senior ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-04T01:11:42Z)

BrewDog Hits New High, Low: The End of History is Here.

Ever wanted to drink your beer directly from a taxidermied animal? I know I have. There's nothing better than popping the cap off a nice squirrel and going lip to lip with it (ok, thats gross). Well, that's all a ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-07-21T23:54:04Z)

AT&T Inc. Announces Offer to Exchange Outstanding 8.750% …

AT&T Inc. Announces Offer to Exchange Outstanding 8.750% Senior Notes of New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc. Due 2031 and 8.00% Senior Notes of AT&T Corp. Due 2031 for New Notes and Cash DALLAS --(Business ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-04T16:13:39Z)

400 CPS teachers to get the ax this week

It has begun. The first round of the long-anticipated, school-based layoffs by Chicago Public Schools to deal with a record $370 million budget deficit will claim 600 staffers by week's end. Notices began ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-22T08:58:06Z)

Mark Cuban launches aggressive bid to buy the Texas Rangers

Billionaire Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban launched an aggressive bid to buy the Texas Rangers on Wednesday, challenging Hall of Fame pitcher and team President Nolan Ryan and his group of investors in a ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-05T05:06:45Z)

'Start the Future': BrewDog's 'End of History' Surpassed as World's Strongest Beer

(July 30) -- Just a week after reaching the top, BrewDog's recent stint as brewer of the world's most alcoholic beer is history. The Scottish brewery, which introduced the aptly named 55 percent alcohol by volume ... (Source: AOL News 2010-08-02T19:57:56Z)

Top US officials say will press China on Iran sanctions

Top US officials told lawmakers Thursday that they would travel to Japan, South Korea, and China starting next week to press for full implementation of sanctions against Iran. "China is of concern to us in ... (Source: Raw Story 2010-07-29T15:59:17Z)

Shaquille O'Neal, a 15-time All-Star, signs with Celtics for 19th NBA season

BOSTON - Shaquille O'Neal has changed The Big Three of the Boston Celtics into a Very Big Four. The 7-foot-1, 325-pound center in the twilight of a brilliant career is coming to the Eastern Conference ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-05T06:25:29Z)

EU, Australia and Canada impose tough sanctions on Iran

As part of Washington's intensifying campaign against Iran, the European Union (EU), Canada and Australia imposed hefty new sanctions this week against Tehran over its nuclear programs. While promoted as means of ... (Source: World Socialist Web Site 2010-07-30T04:59:33Z)

Shaquille O'Neal: How He Ranks with the 10 Best Centers in NBA History

Reports say that Shaquille O'Neal will be signing with the Boston Celtics to fill the spot of injured center Kendrick Perkins. Shaq is regarded as one of the best centers in NBA history, but where does he rank in the top ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-04T18:36:49Z)

Dutch Brewer Sinks Brewdog's 'The End of History' for World's Strongest Beer Title

The Dutch Brouwerij 't KOELSCHIP has produced a 60% ABV beer , the strongest ever brewed. Last week, the strongest beer ever brewed was BrewDog's The End of History , at 55% ABV. The epic battle for the world's strongest ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-01T09:29:11Z)

Chicago teachers union files lawsuit over layoffs that school official says could ...

CHICAGO — The Chicago Teachers Union has filed a federal lawsuit against the Chicago Public Schools in an attempt to halt the dismissals of hundreds of teachers and support staff. CTU President Karen Lewis said Tuesday ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-04T15:09:14Z)

Oil falls slightly to near $82 a barrel in Asia as rally to three-month high pauses

SINGAPORE - Oil prices fell slightly to near $82 a barrel Thursday in Asia, pausing from a rally that lifted the commodity to a three-month high this week amid positive U.S. corporate earnings and economic ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-05T05:13:54Z)

Texas Rangers: Nolan Ryan, Mark Cuban Bidding to Become New Owners

This is the day a lot of people have been waiting for since the decision came down that the Texas Rangers would go up for auction. At this moment it's a two team race, so to speak, as to who is going to be the new owners ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-05T01:39:09Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 4, 2010, 10:40 pm

AOL Inc. posts billion-dollar loss after sales of Bebo, ICQ

Former Internet giant AOL Inc. posted a $1.06-billion loss Wednesday resulting largely from an accounting charge triggered by its recent sale of social networking company Bebo Inc. AOL, which was spun off by Time Warner ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-04T22:11:34Z)

Chelsea set sign Ramires 

Chelsea have agreed to sign Brazil midfielder Ramires from Benfica for a fee of 22 million euros, the Portuguese club said today. The deal is subject to the 23 year-old passing a medical at the English Premier League ... (Source: ONE News 2010-08-04T23:08:50Z)

Continued: Berlusconi faces first test in Italian Parliament after breakup with ally

ROME - Premier Silvio Berlusconi faced a showdown in parliament after the breakup with a key ally, as lawmakers began voting Wednesday on an opposition censure motion against a government official implicated in a ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-04T16:35:08Z)

Free vaccines for college students

WESTAMPTON — The Burlington County Health Department is urging college-bound students to take advantage of a free vaccination before heading off to school. The department announced this week that it is ... (Source: Burlington County Times 2010-08-03T20:39:42Z)

D.C. Poor Eligible For Discount On Medical Marijuana

An employee prepares packets of marijuana for sale at the San Francisco Medical Cannabis Clinic. The District of Columbia has passed a medical marijuana law that requires the drug to be provided at a discount to poor ... (Source: NPR News 2010-08-04T21:50:05Z)

National Book Store Chain Up For Sale

Barnes and Noble is considering a sale, of the entire company. Possible buyers are said to include an investment group that the retailer's founder would join. The world's largest bookseller said that its board is ... (Source: WOWT 2010-08-04T21:57:15Z)

Dollar Thrifty Tells Avis Why It's Going With Hertz Deal

Law360, New York (August 04, 2010) -- The CEO of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Inc. has told Avis Budget Group Inc. that its July $1.33 billion offer for the company came up short because Avis failed to provide ... (Source: site.law360.com 2010-08-04T18:58:17Z)

Italy's premier survives no-confidence vote

ROME (AP) -- Premier Silvio Berlusconi on Wednesday survived his first test in parliament since the breakup with a powerful ally, a victory that leaves his conservative government safely in place at least ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-08-05T04:16:38Z)

Hertz CEO offers more details on Dollar Thrifty deal

Hertz Global Holdings Inc. could achieve at least $180 million in cost savings not long after acquiring Tulsa-based Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Hertz's CEO said Wednesday. Mark Frissora, who also serves ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-04T23:37:28Z)

Barnes & Noble may put itself up for sale

NEW YORK - Book retailer Barnes & Noble Inc. said its shares have slumped so low it may put itself on the block - possibly selling the chain to an investment group that would include its founder and biggest ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-08-05T04:09:29Z)

SkyWest (SKYW) Announces Deal To Acquire ExpressJet (XJT)

Regional carriers for United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAUA ) and Continental Airlines Inc. (NYSE: CAL ) announced Wednesday that they will combine in an all cash move valued at $133 million. SkyWest Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW ) said ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-04T14:19:07Z)

China to import hit sci-fi thriller 'Inception'

Christopher Nolan's "Inception" will be released in China, the country's film importer said Tuesday, giving a lucrative foreign market to a sci-fi thriller that already has become a global sensation. A-List ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-04T04:10:40Z)

Chelsea secure star Brazil defender

Brazil international defender Ramires is set to join English Premier League champions Chelsea for 22million euros his Portuguese club Benfica has announced. The deal will go ahead provided the 23-year-old, capped 16 ... (Source: ninemsn 2010-08-05T00:13:15Z)

Burlco to offer free vaccine to college bound students

The Burlington County Health Department announced Aug. 2 that they are making meningococcal vaccine available to all college bound students who will be living in a dormitory. Meningococcal disease is a serious ... (Source: southjerseylocalnews.com 2010-08-04T13:07:32Z)

AOL execs, analysts see changes taking hold

SAN FRANCISCO - AOL Inc. reported a $1billion-plus second-quarter loss and tumbling revenue, yet the dismal-sounding numbers appear to belie a more positive reality: The troubled Internet company is actually ... (Source: Pasadena Star-News 2010-08-05T05:06:45Z)

D.C. pot law provides for needy

WASHINGTON — No one should be too poor to buy pot if they live in Washington, at least if the marijuana is for a medical condition. That's the conclusion of a new medical marijuana law enacted in the nation ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-08-05T05:06:45Z)

Barnes & Noble shares soar on sale speculation

Barnes & Noble Inc. stock was riding high a day after the world's largest bookseller said it might put itself up for sale amid struggles against stiff online competition and aggressive takeover moves by a ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-05T00:49:03Z)

Avis' offer for Dollar Thrifty could bring bidding war with Hertz, experts say

"At a minimum, Dollar Thrifty will sell from $54 to $60 a share because there aren't many players left in the rental car industry," said Fred Russell , CEO of Fredric E. Russell Investment Management Co. in Tulsa. Avis ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-30T10:14:30Z)

SkyWest to buy ExpressJet Holdings

NEW YORK (Reuters) - SkyWest Inc ( SKYW.O ) said on Wednesday that it will buy rival ExpressJet Holdings Inc ( XJT.N ), a deal that would make the combined carrier a top provider of regional flights to the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-05T04:09:29Z)

Now Hiring: New Chairman for India's Tata Group

MUMBAI, India -- India's Tata Group has created a five-member selection committee to find a successor for Ratan Tata - one of the country's most venerated business figures - when he retires in December 2012 ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-05T05:06:45Z)

Nobody is too poor for medical marijuana in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — No one should be too poor to buy pot if they live in Washington, at least if the marijuana is for a medical condition. That's the conclusion of a new medical marijuana law enacted in the nation ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-05T03:12:13Z)

AOL posts huge loss on accounting charge

Internet company AOL Inc. reported a $1 billion-plus net loss for the second quarter because of charges for a decline in its share price and the sale of social networking site Bebo. The company is in the midst of a ... (Source: Erie Times-News 2010-08-05T04:59:35Z)

Italy's Berlusconi Survives No-Confidence Vote

Rome, Italy (AHN) - Nearly a week after the split between billionaire Premier Silvio Berlusconi and Lower House speaker Gianfranco Fini, the Italian leader on Wednesday survived a no-confidence vote. Fini was among 75 ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-05T02:07:47Z)

County inoculating college students

WESTAMPTON - The Burlington County Health Department is urging college-bound students to take advantage of a free vaccination before heading to school. The department announced this week that it is making meningococcal ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-04T15:45:01Z)

Benfica negotiates sale of Ramires to Chelsea

(AP) — LISBON, Portugal - Benfica says it is in negotiations to sell Brazilian midfielder Ramires to Chelsea. The Eagles said in a statement to the Lisbon stock exchange that the two clubs are working on a deal but ... (Source: Birmingham News 2010-08-04T19:26:55Z)

Your friendly neighbourhood hero

FOR years, Donnie Yen worked in the shadow of Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Having fought with both onscreen, the 47-year-old actor was considered a worthy opponent but not necessarily a leading man in his own right. This ... (Source: Today Online 2010-08-04T21:57:15Z)

Robbins Umeda LLP Announces an Investigation of the Tender Offer by SkyWest, Inc. to ...

BusinessWire - Robbins Umeda LLP has commenced an investigation into possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law by members of the Board of Directors of ExpressJet Holdings, Inc ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-04T23:23:09Z)

Tata Seeks Ratan's Replacement to Run Jaguar, Tetley

(Updates to add share prices in ninth paragraph.) Aug. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Tata Sons Ltd. is searching for a successor to Chairman Ratan Tata, whose acquisitions of Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Group Plc charted ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-05T04:38:07Z)

Yen emerges as latest action hero

For years, Donnie Yen worked in the shadow of Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Having fought both on screen, the 47-year-old actor was considered a worthy opponent but not a leading man in his own right. That changed after Yen ... (Source: English Eastday 2010-08-05T00:41:53Z)

India Day Ahead: Tata Panel to Choose Ratan's Successor, Power Grid Sale

The following are some of the important stories that broke overnight, and newspaper summaries in India today: TOP INDIA STORIES: Goldman, JPMorgan Said to Be Selected for Power Grid India Sale Goldman Sachs ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-05T03:48:00Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 4, 2010, 9:40 pm

Kia posts big sales increase

Automobiles produced in Troup County have helped Kia Motors post a big sales increase. The company's July sales rose 11 percent from June. Sales jumped 21 percent from July 2009, helped by new automobiles such as the ... (Source: La Grange Daily News 2010-08-04T14:26:17Z)

Costco: A Buy for Long-Term Investors

Font Size: A company's mission statement that reads "to continually provide our members with quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices," clearly has the right methodology in the discount retail ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2010-08-04T15:52:11Z)

Okla ME rules death of interim police a suicide

PAULS VALLEY, Okla. (AP) - The state Medical Examiner's office has ruled that the death of the interim police chief of Pauls Valley was a suicide. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation said Wednesday an autopsy ... (Source: KFDA 2010-08-04T23:15:59Z)

7 killed in clashes in Indian-ruled Kashmir

(08-03) 04:00 PDT Srinagar, India -- Government troops fired live ammunition and tear gas into crowds of anti-India protesters Monday as tens of thousands of people demonstrated across Indian-controlled ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-03T10:02:36Z)

Prop. 8 overturned: Why Vaughn Walker ruled against gay-marriage ban

Federal Judge Vaughn Walker Wednesday struck down as unconstitutional a state-wide ban on same-sex marriage, setting the stage for a series of appeals in a landmark case likely headed to the US Supreme Court ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-08-05T00:27:34Z)

Berlusconi faces first test in Italian Parliament after breakup with ally

ROME (AP) — Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi faces a showdown in parliament after a key ally broke from his conservative governing coalition. The vote in the lower house Wednesday — an opposition censure ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-08-04T12:31:45Z)

Muslims Defy Curfew, Protest Indian Rule In Kashmir

Kashmiri Muslims shout slogans during a protest to defy a curfew in Khrew, on the outskirts of Srinagar, India, on Wednesday. Mukhtar Khan / AP Kashmiri Muslims shout slogans during a protest to defy a curfew in Khrew ... (Source: NPR News 2010-08-04T16:56:36Z)

Tens of thousands of people march against Indian rule in Kashmir, defying curfew

SRINAGAR, India (AP) — Tens of thousands of Kashmiri Muslims marched Wednesday to a town where seven people were killed over the weekend, defying a rigid curfew in another day of massive protests against ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-04T16:06:30Z)

Brazil Miner MMX: No Deals Yet For Sale Of Iron Ore Assets

RIO DE JANEIRO -(Dow Jones)- Brazilian mining and metals company MMX Mineracao e Metalicos SA (MMXM3.BR) said Wednesday the company has not reached any deals to sell its iron ore assets. In a regulatory filing, MMX ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-08-04T16:13:39Z)

Pujols, Carpenter lead Cards past Astros

ST. LOUIS -- Albert Pujols hit a three-run homer and Chris Carpenter slowed the Houston bats in the St. Louis Cardinals' 8-4 victory over the Astros on Wednesday night. Pujols connected on a 3-2 pitch from J.A ... (Source: Pantagraph 2010-08-05T03:26:32Z)

Brazil miner MMX says no buyout deal reached

RIO DE JANEIRO Aug 4 (Reuters) - Brazilian iron miner MMX ( MMXM3.SA ), owned by billionaire industrial magnate Eike Batista, said on Wednesday it has not reached an agreement on selling a stake in the company ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-04T17:25:14Z)

Continued: Berlusconi faces first test in Italian Parliament after breakup with ally

ROME - Premier Silvio Berlusconi faced a showdown in parliament after the breakup with a key ally, as lawmakers began voting Wednesday on an opposition censure motion against a government official implicated in a ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-04T16:35:08Z)

Carpenter deals as Cardinals double up Astros

St. Louis, MO (Sports Network) - Chris Carpenter worked 7 1/3 innings and Albert Pujols went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run to help the St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-4 win over the Houston Astros in the ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-08-05T02:57:54Z)

Professional Research on Costco and Dollar Tree - Discount Retailers Looking at a ...

www.wallstreetequityresearch.com allows shareholders to gain full understanding of the economic and market forces influencing the discount, variety stores industry, and offers free research on industry players Costco ... (Source: PR-USA.net 2010-08-03T11:49:59Z)

Budget Forum Draws Biggest Crowd Yet

KETV.com Mayor Jim Suttle faced another full house of angry taxpayers during the third public forum about the city's budget on Wednesday at Westside High School. A crowd of nearly 200 people, the largest of the forums so ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-29T13:43:17Z)

Broadline Retail companies shares up at the close of trading

NEW YORK — Shares of some top broadline retail companies were up at the close of trading: BJ's Wholesale rose $.21 or .5 percent, to $44.61. Costco rose $1.06 or 1.9 percent, to $57.40. Target rose $.52 or 1.0 percent ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-08-04T22:11:34Z)

Eike Batista's MMX, LLX Haven't Reached Accord to Sell Brazilian Assets

MMX Mineracao e Metalicos SA and LLX Logistica SA , the iron-ore and transportation companies controlled by Brazilian billionaire Eike Batista , said they haven't reached any agreements to sell assets. MMX ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-04T16:13:39Z)

Connecticut AG Probes Apple, Amazon Over E-Books

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal is investigating deals struck by Amazon.com Inc and Apple Inc to offer low prices on electronic books, saying the agreements may block ... (Source: ABC News 2010-08-02T16:51:49Z)

Judge Vaughn Walker Declares California Ban on Gay Marriage Unconstitutional

Is This Really an Issue of Equality? Federal Judge Vaughn Walker overturned California's Proposition 8 today. The proposition was passed in 2008 by 7 million Californians, or 52 percent of those who voted ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-05T00:34:44Z)

Public Appears Wary of Police Deal

OMAHA (KPTM) -- For the second time in as many days, the City of Omaha explains the details of a tentative new police contract to a skeptical crowd. Roughly 100 people showed up Tuesday night at Westside High School for ... (Source: KPTM 2010-08-05T02:43:35Z)

US auto sales rise in July, thanks to ads, credit

Summer promotions and easier credit lured shoppers back to car buying last month, a relief to an industry worried about June's sales slowdown. Every major automaker except for Ford and Daimler said their July ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-04T18:01:01Z)

CT Attorney General Investigating Apple and Amazon Over eBook Pricing

CT Attorney General Investigating Apple and Amazon Over eBook Pricing Citing "potentially anticompetitive ebook deals," Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal is investigating the relationship between Apple ... (Source: Gizmodo 2010-08-02T20:05:05Z)

Connecticut AG Probing Amazon, Apple E-book Deals

SAN FRANCISCO - Connecticut's Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said Monday that e-book deals between Amazon.com and Apple Inc. and major book publishers may be anti-competitive. Blumenthal's office said he ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-02T16:08:52Z)

New Public Forum Delves Into Police Contract

Another public forum is targeted at Omaha taxpayers Tuesday night. This one, dealing with the controversial police contract. It's set for 6:30 p.m. at the O.P.S. TAC Building, but Mayor Jim Suttle is sitting this one out ... (Source: WOWT 2010-08-03T22:55:42Z)

Berlusconi wins censure motion

Premier Silvio Berlusconi has survived his first test in parliament since the breakup with a powerful ally, a victory that leaves his conservative government safely in place at least until after the summer. But Wednesday ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-05T00:27:34Z)

Prop 8 Struck Down! CA Judge Rules In Favor Of Same-Sex Couples

San Francisco federal judge Vaughn Walker has ruled that Proposition 8, the infamous November 2008 California voting initiative that barred same-sex couples from the right to marry, is unconstitutional ... (Source: Ecorazzi.com 2010-08-05T00:13:15Z)

U.S. auto sales rose in July, thanks to deals, easier credit

DETROIT — Summer promotions and easier credit lured shoppers back to car buying last month, a relief to an industry worried about June's sales slowdown. Every major automaker except for Ford and Daimler said their ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-04T10:58:41Z)

Pauls Valley police chief's death ruled a suicide

PAULS VALLEY — The shooting death Tuesday of Pauls Valley interim Police Chief Scott Robbins has been ruled a suicide, Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation spokeswoman Jessica Brown said. The medical examiner said ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-08-05T01:10:31Z)

Chris Carpenter deals as St. Louis Cardinals double up Houston Astros

St. Louis, MO (Sports Network) - Chris Carpenter worked 7 1/3 innings and Albert Pujols went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run to help the St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-4 win over the Houston Astros in the finale of a ... (Source: KSDK 2010-08-05T03:40:51Z)

Oklahoma medical examiner rules death of interim police a suicide

PAULS VALLEY — The state Medical Examiner's office has ruled that the death of the interim police chief of Pauls Valley was a suicide. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation said Wednesday an autopsy found that 42 ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-08-04T23:58:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 4, 2010, 8:40 pm

Sen. Johnson praises Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan

Sen. Tim Johnson says Solicitor General Elena Kagan is intelligent and qualified to be a member of the U.S. Supreme Court. The South Dakota Democrat says he looks forward to voting to confirm Kagan, the U.S ... (Source: Rapid City Journal 2010-08-05T03:05:03Z)

Prop. 8 overturned: Why Vaughn Walker ruled against gay-marriage ban

Federal Judge Vaughn Walker Wednesday struck down as unconstitutional a state-wide ban on same-sex marriage, setting the stage for a series of appeals in a landmark case likely headed to the US Supreme Court ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-08-05T00:27:34Z)

War crimes court shields model Naomi Campbell from photogs at trial of ex-Liberian ...

THE HAGUE, Netherlands - War crimes judges have barred photographers from dogging fashion model Naomi Campbell when she testifies in the trial of former Liberian President Charles Taylor. The judges say ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-03T17:26:25Z)

Deal done with DT Ndamukong Suh as No. 2 pick joins Lions teammates with $68M ...

ALLEN PARK, Mich. - The Detroit Lions waited four-plus days to get Ndamukong Suh on the field, then wasted no time putting him on their first-string defense in his first practice. Suh took a flight from ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-04T23:44:37Z)

Ala. Supreme Court rules against gambling

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (BP)--In a unanimous opinion, the Alabama Supreme Court overturned a ruling by a lower court judge that had prevented the governor's Task Force on Illegal Gambling from enforcing the state's law against ... (Source: BP News 2010-08-04T21:50:05Z)

Ohio court dismisses Joe the Plumber's fed lawsuit

A federal court in Ohio has dismissed a lawsuit that claimed former state employees violated the constitutional rights of a man Republicans dubbed Joe the Plumber by illegally accessing his personal information. The GOP ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-05T00:41:53Z)

Lions confirm Ndamukong Suh deal

ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The Detroit Lions waited four-plus days to get Ndamukong Suh on the field, then wasted no time putting him on their first-string defense in his first practice. Suh took a flight from ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-04T22:25:53Z)

Federal court in Ohio dismisses Joe the Plumber's lawsuit against former state ...

COLUMBUS, OHIO — A federal court in Ohio has dismissed a lawsuit that claimed former state employees violated the constitutional rights of a man Republicans dubbed Joe the Plumber by illegally accessing his personal ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-05T00:49:03Z)

Rivermen get veteran center via Blues

The Peoria Rivermen got big two-way center Dave Scatchard, a veteran of nearly 700 NHL games, in a deal brokered by the parent club St. Louis Blues late Tuesday. Scatchard, a 6-foot-3, 225-pound center, signed a one-year ... (Source: Peoria Journal Star 2010-08-04T01:26:01Z)

Prop 8 Struck Down! CA Judge Rules In Favor Of Same-Sex Couples

San Francisco federal judge Vaughn Walker has ruled that Proposition 8, the infamous November 2008 California voting initiative that barred same-sex couples from the right to marry, is unconstitutional ... (Source: Ecorazzi.com 2010-08-05T00:13:15Z)

Naomi Campbell to testify in blood diamond trial

Supermodel Naomi Campbell was set to testify in a war crimes court Thursday about a so-called "blood diamond" gift from Liberian warlord Charles Taylor, charged with murder, rape and enslavement. After a lull ... (Source: Raw Story 2010-08-05T01:39:09Z)

Joe the Plumber Lawsuit

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- A federal court in Ohio has dismissed a lawsuit that claimed former state employees violated the constitutional rights of a man Republicans dubbed Joe the Plumber by illegally accessing his ... (Source: WCTV 2010-08-05T01:46:19Z)

Groups urges EPA to ban lead in ammunition, fishing tackle, claiming harm to wildlife

WASHINGTON - Five environmental groups urged the Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday to ban lead in ammunition and fishing tackle, arguing that millions of animals are dying from eating lead-shot ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-03T22:55:42Z)

Groups seek to ban lead in ammunition

WASHINGTON (AP) — Five environmental groups urged the Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday to ban lead in ammunition and fishing tackle, arguing that millions of animals are dying from eating lead-shot ... (Source: Bismarck Tribune 2010-08-04T05:43:43Z)

Blues deal Fast to Panthers for Mink

St. Louis and Florida pulled off a minor trade Tuesday as 22-year-old defenseman T.J. Fast heads to the Panthers in exchange for 31-year-old forward Graham Mink . Fast, who is from Calgary, was a second-round pick in the ... (Source: NHL.com 2010-08-03T17:12:06Z)

Supermodel to Testify Against former Liberian President Taylor

A former prosecutor of the Special Court for Sierra Leone said the scheduled testimony of supermodel Naomi Campbell Thursday will be crucial for the prosecution at the ongoing war crimes trial of former Liberian ... (Source: Global Security 2010-08-05T03:05:03Z)

Intel Strikes Deal In FTC Antitrust Action

Law360, New York (August 04, 2010) -- The Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday announced a settlement with Intel Corp. over claims that the microprocessor giant illegally curbed competition in the market for computer ... (Source: site.law360.com 2010-08-04T22:18:43Z)

Detroit Lions Sign No. 2 Overall Draft Pick Ndamukong Suh to 5-Year Deal

Ndamukong Suh and the Detroit Lions agreed on a contract that guarantees $40 million over five years to the No. 2 pick in this year's National Football League draft, the Associated Press reported. The ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-04T20:45:40Z)

Judge says NY fire department entry test unfair to blacks, stops hiring of 300 ...

NEW YORK — A judge has halted the hiring of more than 300 new firefighters amid the legal dispute over discrimination claims at the Fire Department of New York. In a written decision Wednesday in federal court in ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-05T01:39:09Z)

Court rules bingo raids may resume

Gov. Bob Riley's Task Force on Illegal Gambling was set free Friday afternoon to go after electronic bingo casinos statewide in a unanimous ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court. The court ruled that Macon ... (Source: Wetumpka Herald 2010-07-31T00:04:52Z)

Judge freezes hiring by FDNY

NEW YORK (WABC) -- A judge has halted the hiring of new firefighters amid the legal battle over alleged discrimination at the New York City Fire Department. In a written decision Wednesday in federal court in Brooklyn, U ... (Source: KABC 2010-08-05T01:17:41Z)

Judge Vaughn Walker Declares California Ban on Gay Marriage Unconstitutional

Is This Really an Issue of Equality? Federal Judge Vaughn Walker overturned California's Proposition 8 today. The proposition was passed in 2008 by 7 million Californians, or 52 percent of those who voted ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-05T00:34:44Z)

GOP presses objections to Elena Kagan on eve of confirmation to Supreme Court

A parade of GOP senators took to the Senate floor to outline the case against Kagan even as it became clear that President Barack Obama's nominee had drawn a majority for confirmation. Republicans portrayed ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-05T02:22:06Z)

Elena Kagan's path to Supreme Court clears as senators pledge support

WASHINGTON | U.S. Solicitor General Elena Kagan's elevation to the Supreme Court appeared virtually assured Wednesday as a majority of senators declared their support for her nomination as the debate over ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-08-05T02:14:57Z)

Judge blocks FDNY hiring, says test is invalid

NEW YORK (AP) - A judge has halted the hiring of more than 300 new firefighters amid the legal dispute over discrimination claims at the Fire Department of New York. In a written decision Wednesday in federal court in ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-05T01:46:19Z)

Petition filed for ban on lead ammunition and fishing tackle

Environmental groups Tuesday filed a petition with the Environmental Protection Agency seeking a comprehensive nationwide ban on lead-based sporting ammunition and fishing tackle. According to the petitioners, "it is ... (Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2010-08-03T19:28:07Z)

Glance: Intel, FTC antitrust settlement

The antitrust settlement between Intel Corp. and the Federal Trade Commission requires that Intel change its business in several key ways: -- Intel can't cut deals with computer makers in which they're ... (Source: MIT Technology Review 2010-08-04T21:21:27Z)

Townhall News Ala. Supreme Court rules against gambling

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (BP)--In a unanimous opinion, the Alabama Supreme Court overturned a ruling by a lower court judge that had prevented the governor's Task Force on Illegal Gambling from enforcing the state's ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-08-04T21:57:15Z)

FTC: Computer buyers to benefit from Intel deal

SAN FRANCISCO — The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't ... (Source: Desert Sun 2010-08-05T02:57:54Z)

Busy Tuesday: Panthers Add to Blueline, Trade Mink to Blues

The Panthers added more depth to their blueline on Tuesday, signing defenseman Mike Weaver to a two-year deal. Weaver, 32, has played in 339 NHL games in his eight-year career. Weaver spent the past two seasons in St ... (Source: MiamiHerald.com 2010-08-03T23:02:52Z)

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