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Deals of the Hour / August 9, 2010, 11:39 pm

Symantec closes $1.28B acquisition of VeriSign security unit

Symantec Corp. has completed its acquisition of VeriSign 's identity and authentication business, a deal that included a majority stake in VeriSign Japan. Symantec (NASDAQ: SYMC) and VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN ... (Source: San Francisco Business Journal 2010-08-09T18:30:53Z)

Nabors (NBR) Acquires Superior Well Services (SWSI) In $900M Deal

Nabors Industries Ltd. (NYSE: NBR ), the largest land-rig contractor in the world, said Monday that it has agreed to acquire smaller oilfield services company Superior Well Services Inc. (NASDAQ: SWSI ) for about $900 ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-09T12:47:17Z)

Iran: Brazil asylum unlikely in adultery case

Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43-year-old Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-03T21:36:58Z)

Bermuda firm Nabors to acquire Superior Well Services

The Bermuda-based company will begin a tender offer to purchase all of Indiana, Pa.-based Superiors shares of common stock at a price per share of $22.12, according to a filing with the SEC. The deal is valued ... (Source: Pittsburgh Business Times 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Verizon, Google offer vision of Net's future

SAN FRANCISCO - Google and Verizon on Monday introduced a proposal for how Internet service should be regulated -- and they were immediately criticized by groups that favor keeping the network as open as ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-10T02:09:01Z)

Iran likely to reject Brazil asylum offer for woman given stoning sentence for adultery

TEHRAN , Iran (AP) — Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43 ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-03T12:04:18Z)

A text to Red Wings general manager Ken Holland got ball rolling on Mike Modano deal

Aug 07, 2010 (Detroit Free Press - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- General manager Ken Holland wasn't sure how to proceed: Should he make a follow-up phone call? Call the agent? Or was ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-08T03:37:17Z)

Pistons still deliberating McGrady offer

David Aldridge, TNT analyst -- A source with knowledge of the discussions told TNT's David Aldridge Sunday night that the Detroit Pistons are not close to signing free agent forward Tracy McGrady, and are continuing to ... (Source: NBA 2010-08-09T02:53:09Z)

Broadway's Hilton Theatre Becomes the Foxwoods Theatre in New Deal

Broadway's Hilton Theatre will be renamed The Foxwoods Theatre. New York's Hilton Theatre has assumed a new moniker. Foxwoods Resort Casino and live music company Live Nation have announced a multi-year partnership ... (Source: Broadway.com 2010-08-10T00:35:58Z)

Pistons still interested in Tracy McGrady, but no offer yet

The Pistons' interest in free-agent swingman Tracy McGrady is real, but he hasn't been offered a contract. If the Pistons are to offer McGrady a deal, it would be the veterans' minimum ($1.2 million ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-09T20:54:03Z)

AstraZeneca inks $198M deal to settle US lawsuits alleging antipsychotic drug caused ...

LONDON (AP) — AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

Red Wings introduce No. 90

Mike Modano stands with Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland (left) and owner Mike Ilitch after being introduced as a Red Wing during a news conference Friday in Detroit. Modano inked a one-year deal ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-07T13:03:59Z)

Bodyguard testifies about $1M People photo deal

LOS ANGELES—A key prosecution witness in the Anna Nicole Smith drug conspiracy trial says he discussed a scheme to sell pictures of Smith's newborn baby for $1 million. Smith's bodyguard Maurice Brighthaupt ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-09T18:23:44Z)

BP pays 3.0 billion dollars into oil spill fund

BP said Monday it had made its initial deposit of 3.0 billion dollars into a 20-billion-dollar US-managed fund to compensate victims of the massive Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Pelicans sit on oil boom to that is protecting ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-10T05:36:36Z)

Google, Verizon to reach net-neutrality deal separate from broader FCC talks

Google and Verizon are closing in on a net-neutrality deal separate from ongoing talks at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which include a broader group of stakeholders. "We've been working with Google for ... (Source: Thehill.com 2010-08-03T23:52:58Z)

Google, Verizon to reach net neutrality deal

Google and Verizon are closing in on a net neutrality deal separate from ongoing talks at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which include a broader group of stakeholders. "We've been working with Google for ... (Source: Thehill.com 2010-08-05T02:50:44Z)

Foxwoods, Live Nation announce NY theater deal

Foxwoods Resort Casino has opened on Broadway. The eastern Connecticut casino, run by the Mashantucket Pequot Indians, announced a deal Monday with music company Live Nation that gives Foxwoods the naming rights to the ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-09T20:18:16Z)

Defense Tries To Discredit Smith Bodyguard

LOS ANGELES - Defense attorneys in the Anna Nicole Smith drug conspiracy trial are attempting to weaken the credibility of a key prosecution witness. Defense attorneys on Monday questioned Smith's bodyguard about his ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-10T03:42:04Z)

2nd UPDATE: Nabors To Buy Superior Well Services In $735 Million Deal

HOUSTON -(Dow Jones)- Nabors Industries Ltd. (NBR) has agreed to pay $735 million for the stock of Superior Well Services Inc. (SWSI), expanding the drilling contractor's offerings in shale natural gas fields. The deal ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

BP kick-starts oil spill compensation fund

Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli said the department is pleased that BP made an initial contribution and had taken "an important step toward honoring its commitment to the president and the residents ... (Source: Pensacola News Journal 2010-08-10T05:58:05Z)

Foxwoods inks naming rights deal for Broadway theater

T he Hilton Theatre on Broadway's historic 42nd Street in New York's Times Square has been renamed the Foxwoods Theatre. Foxwoods Resort Casino and Live Nation have reached a multi-year agreement that gives Foxwoods ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-09T20:11:06Z)

NBA AM: Is It Time To Move Tayshaun Prince?

McGrady and The Pistons?: The Detroit Pistons have been holding some serious talks with free agent Tracy McGrady and could be closing in on a one-year deal worth the NBA minimum worth roughly $1.35 million ... (Source: Hoops World 2010-08-09T12:40:08Z)

VeriSign's Sale of Authentication Services Business to Symantec Closes

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) announced today the completion of the sale of its Authentication Services business to Symantec Corp. (NASDAQ: SYMC) for approximately $1.28 billion in cash subject to adjustments related to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Locals to join trial of Anna Nicole's boyfriend Stern

CONWAY -- Five Myrtle Beach area residents have been told to be available to testify in the trial of Howard K. Stern, the boyfriend of Anna Nicole Smith, and two doctors believed to have prescribed medication ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-10T04:03:33Z)

AstraZeneca settles Seroquel lawsuits

LONDON — AstraZeneca PLC says it has paid around $198 million to settle U.S. lawsuits over its antipsychotic drug Seroquel. AstraZeneca, which has operations in Westboro, said today it has paid out to around 17,500 ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-09T20:54:03Z)

Mitchell Considering Detroit and Other Contenders

DETROIT – Red Wings GM Ken Holland and agent Mike Liut finalized a deal to bring Mike Modano home to Detroit. The duo might not be done. Liut also represents free agent defenseman Willie Mitchell, and Holland said he ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-06T19:38:52Z)

AstraZeneca to Pay $198 Million to Settle Seroquel Suits

AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes and other harm ... (Source: Law.com 2010-08-10T02:30:29Z)

Iran stoning case lawyer seeking asylum in Norway

Mohammad Mostafaei told reporters on Sunday he chose to flee to Norway after obtaining a one-year Norwegian travel visa. He also cited the Nordic country's prominent human rights profile. The 31-year-old said he fled ... (Source: Today's Zaman 2010-08-09T23:02:54Z)

Deal reached on BP's $20B fund

BP has finished negotiations with DoJ regarding the $20B claims fund. Reuters Close The Justice Department said Monday that negotiations with BP to create a $20 billion claims fund for Gulf Coast residents have finished ... (Source: Politico.com 2010-08-09T15:31:56Z)

Symantec closes purchase of VeriSign unit

Computer security company Symantec Corp. has closed its $1.28 billion acquisition of a unit of VeriSign Inc. that sells security technology to websites, the companies said on Monday. The deal was first announced on May ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-09T20:11:06Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 9, 2010, 10:39 pm

Like everyone else, teen shoppers seeking back-to-school bargains

NEW YORK (AP) — Half-priced jeans and promotional freebies are already popping up at the mall with the start of school still several weeks away. Teen clothing sellers may have had some misplaced optimism about the ... (Source: South Coast Today 2010-08-09T17:12:09Z)

Nabors (NBR) Acquires Superior Well Services (SWSI) In $900M Deal

Nabors Industries Ltd. (NYSE: NBR ), the largest land-rig contractor in the world, said Monday that it has agreed to acquire smaller oilfield services company Superior Well Services Inc. (NASDAQ: SWSI ) for about $900 ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-09T12:47:17Z)

'The Twilight Saga,' 'The Vampire Diaries' sink fangs into Teen Choice Awards

Derrik J. Lang, The Associated Press UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. - Maybe they should switch the name to the Vampire Choice Awards? Bloodsuckers struck another vein at the Teen Choice Awards in the United States with "The ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-08-10T04:32:11Z)

Bermuda firm Nabors to acquire Superior Well Services

The Bermuda-based company will begin a tender offer to purchase all of Indiana, Pa.-based Superiors shares of common stock at a price per share of $22.12, according to a filing with the SEC. The deal is valued ... (Source: Pittsburgh Business Times 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Watch the 2010 Teen Choice Awards Tonight on Fox

The 2010 Teen Choice Awards airs at 8pm ET/PT on Fox. Several of this year's teen icons will be honored at the show, including Katy Perry, Robert Pattionson and Taylor Lautner. The ceremonies took place last ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-09T23:53:01Z)

Verizon-Google deal could influence continued wrangling over net neutrality rules

Google and Verizon are expected to proceed as early as Monday with their announcement on a net neutrality agreement . But given the end of parallel Federal Communications Commission negotiations for a broader private ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-08-09T22:34:16Z)

Suspect Wanted In Teen's Kidnapping

A man is wanted in connection with a teen's kidnapping and attempted sexual assault, deputies said. Montgomery County sheriff's deputies said a 14-year-old girl showed up at the emergency room at Cleveland Hospital on ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-09T21:44:10Z)

San Bernardino teen's organ donation saved a life

REDLANDS - Holland Elijah Atkins of San Bernardino was 19 when he died from injuries suffered in a car accident on Dec. 15, 2009. Two days later, Jeff Perlman was telling his wife, `I'll be back,' as he was ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-01T04:14:13Z)

Suspected Teen Kidnapper Turns Himself In

NEW CANEY, Texas - A man accused of kidnapping a Montgomery County teen and attempting to sexually assault her has surrendered to authorities. Terry Dale Carnes, 44, is being transported to a jail in Conroe on ... (Source: MyFox Houston 2010-08-10T00:28:48Z)

Iran stoning case lawyer seeking asylum in Norway

Mohammad Mostafaei told reporters on Sunday he chose to flee to Norway after obtaining a one-year Norwegian travel visa. He also cited the Nordic country's prominent human rights profile. The 31-year-old said he fled ... (Source: Today's Zaman 2010-08-09T23:02:54Z)

Teen Choice Awards 2010: Katy Perry hosts, vampires dominate

This year's Teen Choice Awards was sooo high school. Hosted by kooky singer Katy Perry and the male stars of 'Glee,' the show was full of cheerleaders, prom queens, goths and nerds. 'Tonight is my chance to go back to ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-08-09T22:48:35Z)

Iran: Brazil asylum unlikely in adultery case

Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43-year-old Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-03T21:36:58Z)

Livermore woman faces 67 felony counts in sex abuse case

PLEASANTON -- A Livermore woman accused of having sex with two teenage boys was arraigned Monday on more than five dozen criminal charges. Christine Shreeve Hubbs, 42, wiped tears from her face before her case ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-10T03:13:26Z)

Pistons still interested in Tracy McGrady, but no offer yet

The Pistons' interest in free-agent swingman Tracy McGrady is real, but he hasn't been offered a contract. If the Pistons are to offer McGrady a deal, it would be the veterans' minimum ($1.2 million ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-09T20:54:03Z)

Calif. Ambulances Are Being Used to Promote Nonprofits

Aug. 09--If you see a paramedic cruising through the Inland Empire in an ambulance that looks like a Goodwill or American Red Cross van, you're not seeing things. It's a new partnership that American Medical Response has ... (Source: EMS 2010-08-10T04:03:33Z)

Verizon, Google offer Internet traffic proposal

WASHINGTON -- Phone and cable TV companies that provide Internet access should be barred from slowing down, blocking or charging to prioritize Internet traffic flowing over their regular broadband lines, Verizon ... (Source: Times Union 2010-08-10T02:51:58Z)

A look at college deals for retirees, seniors

Discounted, or even free, tuition is available for senior citizen and retirees. Nearly six decades after graduating from college, Pete Shannon still can't get enough of lectures and homework assignments. The 78-year-old ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-06T14:31:04Z)

Teen-clothing retailers in tight spot over back-to-school season

NEW YORK — Half-priced jeans and promotional freebies are already popping up at the mall with the start of many schools still weeks away. Teen-clothing sellers may have had some misplaced optimism about the ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-09T07:03:41Z)

2nd UPDATE: Nabors To Buy Superior Well Services In $735 Million Deal

HOUSTON -(Dow Jones)- Nabors Industries Ltd. (NBR) has agreed to pay $735 million for the stock of Superior Well Services Inc. (SWSI), expanding the drilling contractor's offerings in shale natural gas fields. The deal ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

Iran likely to reject Brazil asylum offer for woman given stoning sentence for adultery

TEHRAN , Iran (AP) — Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43 ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-03T12:04:18Z)

Retirees can head back to school with discounts

From continuing education and enrichment classes to graduate school, many of America's retirees are pursuing their interests at the college level. It's a trend that is likely to grow as seniors' ranks swell with baby ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-10T01:04:36Z)

NBA AM: Is It Time To Move Tayshaun Prince?

McGrady and The Pistons?: The Detroit Pistons have been holding some serious talks with free agent Tracy McGrady and could be closing in on a one-year deal worth the NBA minimum worth roughly $1.35 million ... (Source: Hoops World 2010-08-09T12:40:08Z)

Woman faces charges of sex with two teens

LIVERMORE -- A Livermore woman faces 67 criminal charges on suspicion of having sex with two teen boys. On Thursday evening, police arrested Christine Shreeve Hubbs, 42. She is being held at Santa Rita Jail in ... (Source: Modesto Bee 2010-08-09T12:04:20Z)

Senior citizens heading back to school

Nearly six decades after graduating from college, Pete Shannon still can't get enough of lectures and homework assignments. The 78-year-old Dallas retiree has taken dozens of classes at his local community college ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-08-10T04:39:20Z)

Pistons still deliberating McGrady offer

David Aldridge, TNT analyst -- A source with knowledge of the discussions told TNT's David Aldridge Sunday night that the Detroit Pistons are not close to signing free agent forward Tracy McGrady, and are continuing to ... (Source: NBA 2010-08-09T02:53:09Z)

WGAE, FCC Chief Warn About Google-Verizon Deal

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski on Thursday gave a warning on any deal between Google and Verizon that could impact his goal for net neutrality. As reported in TheWrap Wednesday , Google ... (Source: TheWrap 2010-08-05T17:45:31Z)

Suspect arrested in Splendora teen's kidnapping, sex assault

Terry Dale Carnes, 432, wanted in connection with the abduction of a 14-year-old Splendora girl, has been arrested, according to Montgomery County Sheriff Tommy Gage's office. Carnes surrendered to deputies ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-10T02:23:20Z)

Livermore woman faces 67 charges related to sex with two teenage boys.

LIVERMORE -- A Livermore woman faces 67 criminal charges for allegedly having sex with two teen boys. Police arrested Christine Shreeve Hubbs, 42, on Thursday evening on a warrant. She is being held at Santa ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-07T20:34:57Z)

CBJ: Teen shops in a tight spot

Half-priced jeans and promotional freebies are already popping up at the mall with the start of school still weeks away in many districts. Teen clothing sellers may have had some misplaced optimism about the ... (Source: Charlottesville Daily Progress 2010-08-09T15:31:56Z)

Northeast of Silicon Valley, recession's effects are magnified

Like Riverside and San Bernardino counties, the inland area that includes San Joaquin, Alameda and Contra Costa counties became bedroom communities for workers priced out of real estate markets closer to the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-09T23:17:13Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 9, 2010, 9:39 pm

Deal reached on BP's $20B fund

BP has finished negotiations with DoJ regarding the $20B claims fund. Reuters Close The Justice Department said Monday that negotiations with BP to create a $20 billion claims fund for Gulf Coast residents have finished ... (Source: Politico.com 2010-08-09T19:42:28Z)

Foxwoods inks naming rights deal for Broadway theater

T he Hilton Theatre on Broadway's historic 42nd Street in New York's Times Square has been renamed the Foxwoods Theatre. Foxwoods Resort Casino and Live Nation have reached a multi-year agreement that gives Foxwoods ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-09T20:11:06Z)

US-Vietnam nuke deal will likely allow enrichment

WASHINGTON -- The Obama administration has told U.S. lawmakers that a nuclear cooperation deal with Vietnam is unlikely to include a coveted promise by the Hanoi government not to enrich uranium, congressional ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-08T08:37:56Z)

Kan. AG one of 33 to announce agreements to stop 'pay-to-police' policy

TOPEKA -- Kansas Attorney General Steve Six joined the attorneys general from 33 other states Monday in reaching an agreement with Internet message board host Topix.com to improve consumer protections and eliminate the $ ... (Source: Fort Scott Tribune 2010-08-10T02:51:58Z)

Symantec closes $1.28B acquisition of VeriSign security unit

Symantec Corp. has completed its acquisition of VeriSign 's identity and authentication business, a deal that included a majority stake in VeriSign Japan. Symantec (NASDAQ: SYMC) and VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN ... (Source: San Francisco Business Journal 2010-08-09T18:30:53Z)

Foxwoods, Live Nation announce NY theater deal

Foxwoods Resort Casino has opened on Broadway. The eastern Connecticut casino, run by the Mashantucket Pequot Indians, announced a deal Monday with music company Live Nation that gives Foxwoods the naming rights to the ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-09T20:18:16Z)

UPDATE 3-Inergy LP to buy Inergy Holdings in $2.1 bln deal

BANGALORE, Aug 9 (Reuters) - Propane distributor Inergy LP ( NRGY.N ) agreed to buy its holding partner Inergy Holdings LP ( NRGP.N ) in an all-stock deal which values the Inergy Holdings at about $2.09 billion. In a ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

Ferrell's 'Other Guys' tops box office

LOS ANGELES (AP) — "The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. The buddy-cop parody starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg made $35.6 million in its opening ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-08-09T16:00:34Z)

Vietnam, US display military ties amid China tension

AFP/NVN/Ho/File – A US C-130 Hercules aircraft leads a formation of fighter jets over the aircraft carrier USS George Washington … 3 mins ago DANANG, Vietnam (AFP) – Vietnam and the United States will ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-10T04:17:52Z)

VeriSign's Sale of Authentication Services Business to Symantec Closes

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) announced today the completion of the sale of its Authentication Services business to Symantec Corp. (NASDAQ: SYMC) for approximately $1.28 billion in cash subject to adjustments related to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Secretary General Defends Appointment of Corruption Official

Ban Ki-moon , the United Nations secretary general, said on Monday that accusations by former officials that he had sought to subvert the independence of corruption investigations at the organization by ... (Source: New York Times 2010-08-10T00:35:58Z)

Justice Department 'pleased' with BP's $3 billion claims deposit

The Justice Department says details about the $20 billion claims fund have been finalized BP has made its initial $3 billion deposit to the fund Washington (CNN) -- The Justice Department announced Monday that ... (Source: CNN 2010-08-09T22:19:57Z)

US-Vietnam nuclear talks heighten frictions with China

In a move that will further raise regional tensions, the US is conducting negotiations with Vietnam over a deal to allow the purchase of nuclear fuel, as well as American nuclear technology and reactors. The talks ... (Source: World Socialist Web Site 2010-08-09T11:42:52Z)

Will Ferrell's 'Other Guys' tops box office with $35.6M

LOS ANGELES - "The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. The buddy-cop parody starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg made $35.6 million in its opening weekend ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-08-09T19:13:50Z)

Bruning: Website will police

LINCOLN -- Nebraska is one of 33 states, including Iowa, that reached an agreement Monday with the Internet message board host Topix.com, which will now investigate abusive postings free of charge. Topix had been ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-08-10T03:56:23Z)

Inergy LP, Inergy Holding To Create $6B Firm

NEW YORK -- Inergy L.P. said Monday it'll buy Inergy Holdings L.P. in a deal that values the combined energy partnership at about $6 billion. Inergy L.P. said its current cash distribution rate of $2.82 a year ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-09T12:04:20Z)

AstraZeneca settles Seroquel lawsuits

LONDON — AstraZeneca PLC says it has paid around $198 million to settle U.S. lawsuits over its antipsychotic drug Seroquel. AstraZeneca, which has operations in Westboro, said today it has paid out to around 17,500 ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-09T20:54:03Z)

Foxwoods name appears in lights on Broadway

Foxwoods Resort Casino has opened on Broadway. The eastern Connecticut casino, run by the Mashantucket Pequot Indians, announced a deal Monday with music company Live Nation that gives Foxwoods the naming ... (Source: Turnto10.com 2010-08-09T20:46:54Z)

AstraZeneca to Pay $198 Million to Settle Seroquel Suits

AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes and other harm ... (Source: Law.com 2010-08-10T02:30:29Z)

U.N. chief says Cancun climate meet may not get deal

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon acknowledged on Monday that a key U.N. conference on climate change in Mexico at the end of this year might not produce the definitive agreement the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-09T19:28:09Z)

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation On Behalf of Unitholders of ...

BENSALEM, Pa. - (Business Wire) Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of Inergy Holdings, L.P. ("Inergy Holdings" or the ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-10T00:28:48Z)

AstraZeneca inks $198M deal to settle US lawsuits alleging antipsychotic drug caused ...

LONDON (AP) — AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

BP makes first payment into $20B spill fund

The Justice Department and BP announced Monday that they have finished negotiations to implement a $20 billion fund for victims of the Gulf oil spill and that BP has made a $3 billion initial deposit ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-09T21:29:51Z)

Australia's Rudd appointed to UN panel

Sydney - Australia's Kevin Rudd will serve with other former national leaders on a United Nations panel on global sustainability, the UN said in a statement Tuesday. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon announced the main ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-08-10T02:09:01Z)

Katy Perry Goes Back to School for Teen Choice Awards

Katy Perry relived her school days as the host of the Teen Choice Awards - the pop star went from gawky geek to prom queen as she hit the stage in an array of teen-inspired costumes. The quirky singer was in ... (Source: Teen Music 2010-08-10T01:33:13Z)

Symantec closes purchase of VeriSign unit

Computer security company Symantec Corp. has closed its $1.28 billion acquisition of a unit of VeriSign Inc. that sells security technology to websites, the companies said on Monday. The deal was first announced on May ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-09T20:11:06Z)

'The Twilight Saga,' 'The Vampire Diaries' sink fangs into Teen Choice Awards

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. (AP) — Maybe they should switch the name to the Vampire Choice Awards? Bloodsuckers struck another vein at the Teen Choice Awards with "The Twilight Saga" ruling Sunday's ceremony with ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-10T01:33:13Z)

Kansas, 33 States Reach Deal With Topix.com

Topeka (WIBW) - Attorney General Steve Six joined 33 states to stop a "pay to police" policy by a website that hosts message boards. Topix.com was charging $19.99 to expedite review of abusive or inappropriate posts. The ... (Source: WIBW 2010-08-09T20:46:54Z)

Watch the 2010 Teen Choice Awards Tonight on Fox

The 2010 Teen Choice Awards airs at 8pm ET/PT on Fox. Several of this year's teen icons will be honored at the show, including Katy Perry, Robert Pattionson and Taylor Lautner. The ceremonies took place last ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-09T23:53:01Z)

Ferrell's 'Other Guys' tops box office with $35.6 million

LOS ANGELES — "The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. Who's on top? Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian ... (Source: Houma Courier 2010-08-09T14:56:08Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 9, 2010, 8:40 pm

2 teens arrested in beating of blind man

MOUNT CLEMENS (AP) — Two teenage brothers have been arrested in the robbery of a 50-year-old legally blind man who was beaten with his own walking cane in Mount Clemens. Macomb County Sheriff Mark Hackel made the ... (Source: Grand Haven Tribune 2010-08-07T05:11:32Z)

AstraZeneca to Pay $198 Million to Settle Seroquel Suits

AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes and other harm ... (Source: Law.com 2010-08-10T02:30:29Z)

Net Neutrality Brawl: FCC Is Not Happy with Google and Verizon

"Any outcome, any deal that doesn't preserve the freedom and openness of the Internet for consumers and entrepreneurs will be unacceptable," FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski told reporters Thursday. His remarks ... (Source: ABC News 2010-08-06T16:18:26Z)

AstraZeneca inks $198M deal to settle US lawsuits alleging antipsychotic drug caused ...

LONDON (AP) — AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

WGAE, FCC Chief Warn About Google-Verizon Deal

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski on Thursday gave a warning on any deal between Google and Verizon that could impact his goal for net neutrality. As reported in TheWrap Wednesday , Google ... (Source: TheWrap 2010-08-05T17:45:31Z)

Verizon-Google deal could influence continued wrangling over net neutrality rules

Google and Verizon are expected to proceed as early as Monday with their announcement on a net neutrality agreement . But given the end of parallel Federal Communications Commission negotiations for a broader private ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-08-09T22:34:16Z)

Foxwoods, Live Nation announce New York City theater deal

Foxwoods Resort Casino has opened on Broadway. The eastern Connecticut casino, run by the Mashantucket Pequot Indians, announced a deal Monday with music company Live Nation that gives Foxwoods the naming rights to the ... (Source: COX.net for San Diego 2010-08-09T21:15:32Z)

VeriSign's Sale of Authentication Services Business to Symantec Closes

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) announced today the completion of the sale of its Authentication Services business to Symantec Corp. (NASDAQ: SYMC) for approximately $1.28 billion in cash subject to adjustments related to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-09T14:34:40Z)

Teen brothers to face charges in robbery of blind man

Mount Clemens -- Two teenage brothers arrested Friday in connection with the beating and robbery of a blind man are expected to face charges today and Monday. Macomb County Sheriff Mark Hackel said the pair ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-07T04:57:13Z)

Watch the 2010 Teen Choice Awards Tonight on Fox

The 2010 Teen Choice Awards airs at 8pm ET/PT on Fox. Several of this year's teen icons will be honored at the show, including Katy Perry, Robert Pattionson and Taylor Lautner. The ceremonies took place last ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-09T23:53:01Z)

Suspect Wanted In Teen's Kidnapping

A man is wanted in connection with a teen's kidnapping and attempted sexual assault, deputies said. Montgomery County sheriff's deputies said a 14-year-old girl showed up at the emergency room at Cleveland Hospital on ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-09T23:17:13Z)

Katy Perry Goes Back to School for Teen Choice Awards

Katy Perry relived her school days as the host of the Teen Choice Awards - the pop star went from gawky geek to prom queen as she hit the stage in an array of teen-inspired costumes. The quirky singer was in ... (Source: Teen Music 2010-08-10T01:33:13Z)

Symantec closes purchase of VeriSign unit

Computer security company Symantec Corp. has closed its $1.28 billion acquisition of a unit of VeriSign Inc. that sells security technology to websites, the companies said on Monday. The deal was first announced on May ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-09T20:11:06Z)

Mexico Ex-President Calls for Drug Legalization Amid Violence

Aug. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Former Mexican President Vicente Fox said his country should legalize the production and sale of drugs in order to curb rising cartel-related violence. Legalizing narcotics would curb ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-09T16:57:50Z)

Mexico Ex-President Fox Calls for Drug Legalization as Way to End Violence

Former Mexican President Vicente Fox said his country should legalize the production and sale of drugs in order to curb rising cartel-related violence. Legalizing narcotics would curb financing to organized ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-09T16:57:50Z)

NBA AM: Is It Time To Move Tayshaun Prince?

McGrady and The Pistons?: The Detroit Pistons have been holding some serious talks with free agent Tracy McGrady and could be closing in on a one-year deal worth the NBA minimum worth roughly $1.35 million ... (Source: Hoops World 2010-08-09T12:40:08Z)

VeriSign Closes Sale Of Its Authentication Services Business To Symantec For Approx ...

(RTTNews) - Internet infrastructure services proivder VeriSign, Inc. (VRSN: News ) said it completed the sale of its Authentication Services business to Symantec Corp. (SYMC: News ) for approximately $1.28 billion in ... (Source: RTT News 2010-08-09T15:10:27Z)

Boy, 14, suspected of starting LA-area wildfire

(AP) SANTA CLARITA, Calif. - A 14-year-old boy who allegedly told deputies he dropped a lighter as he was trying to smoke pot in a field Sunday sparked a 40-acre blaze that briefly threatened some 50 homes and ... (Source: KOB.com 2010-08-09T16:22:02Z)

Townhall News AstraZeneca to pay $198M to settle Seroquel suits

AstraZeneca PLC said Monday it has reached agreements to pay a modest $198 million to settle a little over half of the U.S. lawsuits that allege its antipsychotic drug Seroquel caused diabetes and other harm ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-08-09T20:32:35Z)

2 teens arrested in beating of blind Michigan man

Two teenage brothers have been arrested in the robbery of a 50-year-old legally blind man who was beaten with his own walking cane in Mount Clemens. Macomb County Sheriff Mark Hackel made the announcement on Friday ... (Source: WNDU 2010-08-07T12:28:11Z)

Pistons still interested in Tracy McGrady, but no offer yet

The Pistons' interest in free-agent swingman Tracy McGrady is real, but he hasn't been offered a contract. If the Pistons are to offer McGrady a deal, it would be the veterans' minimum ($1.2 million ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-09T20:54:03Z)

Foxwoods inks naming rights deal for Broadway theater

T he Hilton Theatre on Broadway's historic 42nd Street in New York's Times Square has been renamed the Foxwoods Theatre. Foxwoods Resort Casino and Live Nation have reached a multi-year agreement that gives Foxwoods ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-09T20:11:06Z)

Mexico Ex-President Fox Calls for Drug Legalization

(Adds comments from Fox interview in fifth paragraph.) Aug. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Former Mexican President Vicente Fox said his country should legalize the production and sale of drugs in order to curb rising ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-09T17:47:56Z)

Suspect arrested in Splendora teen's kidnapping, sex assault

Terry Dale Carnes, 432, wanted in connection with the abduction of a 14-year-old Splendora girl, has been arrested, according to Montgomery County Sheriff Tommy Gage's office. Carnes surrendered to deputies ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-10T02:23:20Z)

Pistons continue talks with Tracy McGrady

The Pistons are still deciding whether Tracy McGrady would be a good fit. The team talked to McGrady's representatives on the phone today to continue the process of gauging whether both sides think Motown ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-08-10T02:44:48Z)

Suspected Teen Kidnapper Turns Himself In

NEW CANEY, Texas - A man accused of kidnapping a Montgomery County teen and attempting to sexually assault her has surrendered to authorities. Terry Dale Carnes, 44, is being transported to a jail in Conroe on ... (Source: MyFox Houston 2010-08-10T00:28:48Z)

'The Twilight Saga,' 'The Vampire Diaries' sink fangs into Teen Choice Awards

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. (AP) — Maybe they should switch the name to the Vampire Choice Awards? Bloodsuckers struck another vein at the Teen Choice Awards with "The Twilight Saga" ruling Sunday's ceremony with ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-10T01:33:13Z)

Nation in brief: Wildfire blamed on boys with pot

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. – A 14-year-old boy was booked on arson charges Sunday after deputies said he confessed to accidentally starting a 40-acre wildfire north of Los Angeles as he was trying to smoke ... (Source: The Spokesman-Review 2010-08-09T16:43:31Z)

Teen arrested in California wildfire

The boy from Saugus, one of four people detained in connection with the blaze, was booked on suspicion of arson, Los Angeles County sheriff's Capt. Mike Parker said. Another 14-year-old boy had joined the ... (Source: Argus Leader 2010-08-09T04:33:22Z)

Live Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino sign theater naming rights deal

PRESS RELEASE: "Live Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino Announce Naming Agreement for New York's Broadway Theatre - 'Foxwoods Theatre'" NEW YORK, NY (BUSINESS WIRE) August 9, 2010 - Foxwoods Resort Casino ... (Source: Ticket News 2010-08-09T14:27:30Z)

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