Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 12, 2010, 11:41 pm

Mlb Owners Approve Sale of Texas Rangers, Bba

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Major League Baseball owners today approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an investment group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and sports attorney Chuck Greenberg. The sale was ... (Source: WCBD 2010-08-13T06:01:41Z)

Simon mall deal gives big boost to cell-phone coupons

The partnership between Simon Property Group, which owns 370 shopping centers, and technology company Shopkick Inc. is a big step in realizing retailers' long-held dream of using cell phones to beam ads and ... (Source: Star-Press 2010-08-12T07:21:37Z)

Sale of On the Border heats up Brinker's quarterly profit

The sale of its Mexican-theme chain helped push up fourth-quarter profit by 50 percent for Brinker International Inc., the Dallas-based restaurant company said Thursday. Still, profit per share from continuing operations ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-08-13T03:17:02Z)

Palestinian, Egyptian Presidents Discuss Israel Peace Talks in Cairo

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has met with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in Cairo to discuss efforts to resume Palestinian-Israeli peace talks. Mr. Abbas may also meet Thursday with Jordan's King Abdullah, who ... (Source: Global Security 2010-08-12T19:03:07Z)

Brinker's profits up 50%

Fourth-quarter profits rose 50 percent and sales rose slightly to $743.1 million for Dallas-based Brinker International Inc. , the owner of the Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy, the company ... (Source: Dallas Business Journal 2010-08-12T17:01:26Z)

Zimbabwe gem sale stirs fears of 'blood diamonds'

JOHANNESBURG -- Zimbabwe auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems Wednesday from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children. It was the first ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-08-12T15:28:22Z)

Owners approve sale of Rangers

MINNEAPOLIS - Nolan Ryan and Chuck Greenberg have no more courtrooms to enter, no more briefs to file, no more bidding wars to win. At long last, their pursuit of the Texas Rangers is over, and both are ... (Source: Temple Daily Telegram 2010-08-13T04:57:15Z)

ExpressJet and SkyWest to merge

St. George, Utah-based SkyWest will acquire Houston-based ExpressJet Airlines in a deal worth $133 million, the regional airlines announced today. SkyWest will buy ExpressJet shares for $6.75 per share in cash ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-04T14:47:45Z)

Brower Piven Announces Class Action Lawsuit in Connection With the Acquisition of ...

STEVENSON, MD -- (Marketwire) -- 08/12/10 -- Brower Piven, A Professional Corporation announces that a class action lawsuit has been commenced in Texas District Court, Harris County on behalf of shareholders of ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-12T17:15:45Z)

Rangers' sale one step from finalizing

MINNEAPOLIS — Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan and sports lawyer Chuck Greenberg have had a long and difficult struggle to gain ownership of the Texas Rangers. It's almost over. The MLB ownership committee and ... (Source: Shreveport Times 2010-08-13T05:40:12Z)

Elvis Presley Enterprises on sale again

CKx Inc., owner of the "American Idol" television program and 85 percent of Elvis Presley Enterprises, is mulling at least two offers to buy the company. At the same time, thousands of Elvis fans have descended on ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-13T05:11:34Z)

Brinker International 4Q net income up 50 percent

DALLAS—Brinker International Inc., which owns the Chili's restaurant chain, said Thursday its fiscal fourth-quarter net income rose 50 percent as costs fell and it booked a gain on the sale of its On The ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-12T20:50:30Z)

SkyWest to buy ExpressJet

NEW YORK — Regional carriers for merger partners United and Continental Airlines are combining in an all-cash deal valued at $133 million. St. George-based SkyWest Inc. said Wednesday its Atlantic Southeast ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-05T02:14:57Z)

Several Palestinian prisoners exchanged for 1 Israeli

Seif al-Islam Gadhafi , The son of Libya's leader said Thursday that part of a deal to free a jailed Israeli photographer involved the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Gadhafi told reporters ... (Source: Ya Libnan 2010-08-13T05:25:53Z)

Shopkick makes deal for discounts at malls

Simon Property Group, the nation's biggest mall operator, is teaming up with Palo Alto startup Shopkick Inc. to deliver personalized electronic discounts to the smart phones of customers in more than 100 shopping centers ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-12T07:07:18Z)

Libya says deal to free jailed Israeli photographer involved release of Palestinian ...

TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — The son of Libya's leader says part of a deal to free a jailed Israeli photographer involved the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel . Seif al-Islam Gadhafi told reporters ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-12T19:46:04Z)

Zimbabwe proceeds with certified diamonds sale

Zimbabwean Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, center, chats with Mines and Minerals Minister Orbert Mpofu, left, and Zanu PF Chairman Simon Khaya Moyo after the granting of a Kimberley Process certificate to ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-08-12T08:47:30Z)

UPDATE 1-UK's Prudential trims cost of failed AIA deal

LONDON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Insurer Prudential ( PRU.L ) said it had trimmed the cost of its failed bid for AIG ( AIG.N )'s Asian unit as it reported a forecast-beating half-year profit, helped by a strong ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-12T06:31:30Z)

Billionaire Ron Burkle launches proxy fight for book seller Barnes & Noble

NEW YORK — Billionaire Ron Burkle launched a proxy fight for book seller Barnes & Noble Inc. on Thursday after a Delaware judge rejected his bid to overturn the company's poison pill limiting a shareholder's ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-08-13T05:04:25Z)

Prudential profits soar despite failed AIA deal

LONDON (AFP) – British insurance giant Prudential said on Thursday that profits jumped 41 percent in the first half, boosted by soaring sales in Asia, despite its failed bid for AIG's Asian division AIA ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-12T11:39:18Z)

Israeli-Palestinian peace talks look less likely as settlers fret over freeze

Ofra and Beit El, West Bank – Israeli and Palestinian leaders are coming under growing US pressure to enter direct peace talks. But despite international mediation this week, they have been unable to close ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-13T04:28:37Z)

Mall deal boosts cell-phone coupons

The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon Property Group, which ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Buyers hound-dogElvis Enterprises

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Elvis Presley is in play. CKx Inc., owner of the "American Idol" television program and 85 percent of Elvis Presley Enterprises, is mulling at least two offers to buy the company. At the same ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-08-13T06:01:41Z)

No agreement on direct Israel-Palestinian talks

JERUSALEM (AP) — There is still no decision to resume direct Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations, President Barack Obama's envoy acknowledged Wednesday, despite optimism in Washington that agreement was ... (Source: Warren Tribune Chronicle 2010-08-13T04:14:18Z)

Barnes & Noble says no agreement with Yupaica

Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the bookseller, is ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T22:23:33Z)

Zimbabwe gem sale stirs 'blood diamond' fears

JOHANNESBURG — Zimbabwe auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems Wednesday from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children. It was the first public sale of ... (Source: Post-Bulletin 2010-08-12T21:19:08Z)

Libya says Palestinians freed in deal for Israeli

The son of Libya's leader says part of a deal to free a jailed Israeli photographer involved the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Seif al-Islam Gadhafi told reporters Thursday that the Israeli-Tunisian ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-12T19:46:04Z)

UK's Prudential trims cost of botched AIA deal

LONDON/HONG KONG Aug 12 (Reuters) - Insurer Prudential said it had reduced the cost of its failed bid for AIG's Asian unit and confirmed it has no further appetite for M&A as it reported forecast-beating half ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Barnes & Noble says it was unable to reach an agreement with financier Ron Burkle's ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-12T16:54:16Z)

Elvis is on the block

MEMPHIS — Elvis Presley is in play. CKx Inc., owner of the "American Idol" television program and 85 percent of Elvis Presley Enterprises, is mulling at least two offers to buy the company. At the same ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-08-12T23:35:08Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 12, 2010, 10:41 pm

Billionaire Ron Burkle launches proxy fight for book seller Barnes & Noble

NEW YORK — Billionaire Ron Burkle launched a proxy fight for book seller Barnes & Noble Inc. on Thursday after a Delaware judge rejected his bid to overturn the company's poison pill limiting a shareholder's ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-08-13T05:04:25Z)

King still shimmers

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Elvis Presley is in play. click image to enlarge Tourists visit Elvis Presley's grave in Meditation Garden at Graceland, Presley's home in Memphis. CKx Inc., owner of the 'American Idol' and 85 ... (Source: Times-Leader 2010-08-13T04:57:15Z)

Davenport restaurant ticketed for frog incident

An Iowa restaurant owner says he'll pay a fine after his head chef was videotaped kissing and licking toads in the kitchen. The Scott County Health Department reviewed the video Wednesday and called in the chef and owner ... (Source: WHBF TV 2010-08-12T19:03:07Z)

Lawyer's collapse halts Canadian's Guantanamo trial

This sketch by courtroom artist Janet Hamlin and reviewed by a US Department of Defense official shows Canadian detainee Omar Khadr attending jury selection at his war crimes trial on August 11. The war crimes trial of ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-13T02:26:56Z)

Iowa restaurant ticketed for toad-licking chef

An Iowa restaurant owner said he'll pay a fine after his head chef was videotaped kissing and licking toads in the kitchen. The Scott County Health Department reviewed the video Wednesday and called in the ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2010-08-12T19:31:45Z)

Owners approve sale of Rangers

MINNEAPOLIS - Nolan Ryan and Chuck Greenberg have no more courtrooms to enter, no more briefs to file, no more bidding wars to win. At long last, their pursuit of the Texas Rangers is over, and both are ... (Source: Temple Daily Telegram 2010-08-13T04:57:15Z)

Zimbabwe gem sale stirs 'blood diamond' fears

Zimbabwe auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems Wednesday from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children. It was the first public sale of diamonds from ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-11T22:17:35Z)

Terror trial of Canadian detainee opens at Guantnamo

GUANTANAMO BAY NAVY BASE, Cuba -- Toronto-born captive Omar Khadr allegedly bragged to interrogators, "I am a terrorist, trained by al-Qaida," a Pentagon prosecutor told a seven-officer military commission ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-08-13T00:03:46Z)

'The Expendables' is brainless bliss

"The Expendables" is the first team–up movie of the summer season to get the merciless mercenary formula right. "The A–Team" was awful, "The Losers" was a debacle but "The Expendables" is action–packed ... (Source: NWI.com 2010-08-13T05:11:34Z)

Barnes & Noble says no agreement with Yupaica

Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the bookseller, is ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T22:23:33Z)

Shopkick makes deal for discounts at malls

Simon Property Group, the nation's biggest mall operator, is teaming up with Palo Alto startup Shopkick Inc. to deliver personalized electronic discounts to the smart phones of customers in more than 100 shopping centers ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-12T07:07:18Z)

Chef in hot water for licking toads in kitchen (video link)

DAVENPORT, Iowa - A Davenport restaurant was ticketed Wednesday by the Scott County Health Department after its head chef was caught on tape kissing and licking live toads in the kitchen Sunday. Health department ... (Source: Gaston Gazette 2010-08-12T16:25:38Z)

UPDATE 1-UK's Prudential trims cost of failed AIA deal

LONDON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Insurer Prudential ( PRU.L ) said it had trimmed the cost of its failed bid for AIG ( AIG.N )'s Asian unit as it reported a forecast-beating half-year profit, helped by a strong ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-12T06:31:30Z)

Zimbabwe gem sale raises alarm about abuses

Zimbabwe auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems Wednesday from a diamond field where human-rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children. It was the first public sale of ... (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2010-08-12T07:00:08Z)

Zimbabwe proceeds with certified diamonds sale

Zimbabwean Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, center, chats with Mines and Minerals Minister Orbert Mpofu, left, and Zanu PF Chairman Simon Khaya Moyo after the granting of a Kimberley Process certificate to ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-08-12T08:47:30Z)

Jets owner Woody Johnson not optimistic about Darrelle Revis getting deal by Week 1

CORTLAND, N.Y. Jets owner Woody Johnson is not optimistic that a deal for All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis will be done by the beginning of the regular season. The Jets rejected an offer proposed by Revis ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-09T22:12:48Z)

UK's Prudential trims cost of botched AIA deal

LONDON/HONG KONG Aug 12 (Reuters) - Insurer Prudential said it had reduced the cost of its failed bid for AIG's Asian unit and confirmed it has no further appetite for M&A as it reported forecast-beating half ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Jets, Revis hit the mute button in negotiations

The negotiations between the New York Jets and holdout cornerback Darrelle Revis are going behind closed doors. No more finger pointing through the media, and no more public back-and-forth. The Jets and Revis ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-08-13T05:11:34Z)

Barnes & Noble says it was unable to reach an agreement with financier Ron Burkle's ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-12T16:54:16Z)

Mlb Owners Approve Sale of Texas Rangers, Bba

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Major League Baseball owners today approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an investment group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and sports attorney Chuck Greenberg. The sale was ... (Source: WCBD 2010-08-13T05:04:25Z)

Mall deal boosts cell-phone coupons

The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon Property Group, which ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Simon mall deal gives big boost to cell-phone coupons

The partnership between Simon Property Group, which owns 370 shopping centers, and technology company Shopkick Inc. is a big step in realizing retailers' long-held dream of using cell phones to beam ads and ... (Source: Star-Press 2010-08-12T07:21:37Z)

Elvis Presley Enterprises on sale again

CKx Inc., owner of the "American Idol" television program and 85 percent of Elvis Presley Enterprises, is mulling at least two offers to buy the company. At the same time, thousands of Elvis fans have descended on ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-13T05:11:34Z)

Gitmo detainee to avoid solitary in plea deal

Lieutenant Colonel Jon Jackson, Pentagon-appointed defense lawyer for Canadian citizen Omar Khadr, speaks to reporters at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010. Khadr, 23, is due to stand trial for war crimes ... (Source: Times Union 2010-08-10T00:21:39Z)

Elvis is on the block

MEMPHIS — Elvis Presley is in play. CKx Inc., owner of the "American Idol" television program and 85 percent of Elvis Presley Enterprises, is mulling at least two offers to buy the company. At the same ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-08-12T23:35:08Z)

MLB approves sale of Texas Rangers to Nolan Ryan group

MINNEAPOLIS — Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an investment group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and sports attorney Chuck Greenberg on Thursday ... (Source: MyCentralJersey.com 2010-08-13T04:42:56Z)

'Expendables': '80s gonzo action one last time (we hope)

STARS : Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Mickey Rourke, Jet Li, Mickey Rourke, Giselle Itie, Terry Crews, Eric Roberts. DIRECTOR : Sylvester Stallone. LENGTH: 98 minutes. RATING : R (strong action and bloody ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-08-13T04:50:06Z)

Movie review: 'The Expendables' an all-star retro ride

Here they are, "the REAL A-Team," the pride and joy of big, bloody '80s action movies, back for a last roundup. "The Expendables," Sylvester Stallone's all-star mercenary movie, is a deliriously retro ride into Reagan ... (Source: La Crosse Tribune 2010-08-13T05:11:34Z)

Prudential profits soar despite failed AIA deal

LONDON (AFP) – British insurance giant Prudential said on Thursday that profits jumped 41 percent in the first half, boosted by soaring sales in Asia, despite its failed bid for AIG's Asian division AIA ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-12T11:39:18Z)

Darrelle Revis-Jets talks head behind doors

T he negotiations between the New York Jets [ team stats ] and holdout cornerback Darrelle Revis are going behind closed doors. No more finger pointing through the media, and no more public back-and-forth. The ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-13T05:18:44Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 12, 2010, 9:40 pm

Zimbabwe restarts diamond sales amid 'blood diamond' accusations

Abbey Chikane of Kimberley Process shows the certificate awarded to Zimbabwe following their granting of a Kimberley Process certification in Harare, Aug. 11. Zimbabwe began selling millions of carats of rough ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-08-12T13:12:22Z)

Zimbabwe gem sale stirs fears of 'blood diamonds'

JOHANNESBURG -- Zimbabwe auctioned 900,000 carats of rough gems Wednesday from a diamond field where human rights groups say soldiers killed 200 people, raped women and enslaved children. It was the first ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-08-12T15:28:22Z)

Google to Sell Ads on DirecTV

Google Inc. on Wednesday announced a deal to sell advertising on cable channels available on DirecTV, in a move that helps the Silicon Valley Internet company further broaden the reach of its ads. The deal is ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-08-12T16:39:57Z)

Barnes & Noble says no agreement with Yupaica

Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the bookseller, is ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T22:23:33Z)

Mall deal boosts cell-phone coupons

The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon Property Group, which ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Libya says deal to free jailed Israeli photographer involved release of Palestinian ...

TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — The son of Libya's leader says part of a deal to free a jailed Israeli photographer involved the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel . Seif al-Islam Gadhafi told reporters ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-12T19:46:04Z)

Zimbabwe proceeds with certified diamonds sale

Zimbabwean Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, center, chats with Mines and Minerals Minister Orbert Mpofu, left, and Zanu PF Chairman Simon Khaya Moyo after the granting of a Kimberley Process certificate to ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-08-12T08:47:30Z)

Phillies rally for four in ninth to beat Dodgers

Carlos Ruiz's game-winning two-run double in the ninth inning capped a frantic rally to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-9 on Thursday night. Matt Slocum AP Photo Philadelphia ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-13T03:31:21Z)

Mall deal gives big boost to cell-phone coupons, ads

NEW YORK — The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon Property Group ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-12T10:56:21Z)

Cain, Renteria lift Giants over Dodgers

SAN FRANCISCO -- Earning his first career win against the Los Angeles Dodgers was a big step for San Francisco pitcher Matt Cain. Sweeping a three-game series from the Giants' division rivals was even more ... (Source: Modesto Bee 2010-08-02T12:26:57Z)

Roy Oswalt, Phillies shut down Dodgers but lose Ross Gload to strained groin

PHILADELPHIA -- Roy Oswalt got an extra boost from the sellout crowd, and then gave them more reason to cheer in his home debut. Oswalt pitched seven impressive innings, two relievers finished off the six-hitter and the ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-12T17:51:32Z)

Matt Cain finally beats Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Francisco Giants complete sweep

So this is what it feels like, Matt Cain must've thought. Not just to beat the Dodgers, something Cain hadn't done in 14 career starts before Sunday's 2-0 victory. Not just to hear the sonic boom from 42,922 ... (Source: Berkeley Voice 2010-08-02T11:51:10Z)

Phillies double their way past Dodgers

PHILADELPHIA Carlos Ruiz tried to escape his teammates. But that wasn't happening. Not Thursday night. This time, the Phillies didn't even need Jimmy Rollins for an astonishing rally against Jonathan Broxton ... (Source: Bellingham Herald 2010-08-13T04:07:09Z)

Ron Burkle's lawsuit against Barnes & Noble is dismissed

Barnes & Noble Inc.'s heated battle with Los Angeles billionaire Ron Burkle continued Thursday as a judge dismissed his lawsuit against the bookseller in an effort to expand his stock holdings. The decision by ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T22:37:52Z)

Phillies come back from 9-2 to beat Dodgers in ninth

PHILADELPHIA - The Phillies lost player after player to injury this season. They never lost their guts. Carlos Ruiz's two-run double in the bottom of the ninth gave Philadelphia a 10-9 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on ... (Source: Atlantic City Press 2010-08-13T03:24:12Z)

Google In Ad Deal with DirecTV

DirecTV and Google have entered into an ad sales partnership involving Google TV ads, the companies said today. Under the deal, Google will become the sales representative for a broad selection of advertising ... (Source: WebProNews 2010-08-11T14:46:36Z)

Dana Petroleum's £1.7bn takeover talks with KNOC stall

Scotland-based oil explorer Dana Petroleum has said takeover talks with Korea National Oil Corp (KNOC) have broken down as the Korean company was unwilling to raise its £1.7bn offer. Dana said it was unable to agree on ... (Source: New Statesman 2010-08-12T12:50:53Z)

San Francisco Giants score clean sweep on Los Angeles Dodgers

So this is what it feels like, Matt Cain must have thought. Not just to beat the Dodgers, something Cain hadn't done in 14 career starts before Sunday afternoon's 2-0 victory. Not just to hear the sonic boom ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-02T08:02:06Z)

Dana turns on suitor KNOC, chance of deal recedes

LONDON (Reuters) - A takeover of Dana Petroleum ( DNX.L ) looks increasingly unlikely after it turned on suitor Korea National Oil Corp KOILC.UL, accusing it of ignoring invitations and refusing to sign a ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-12T10:34:53Z)

DIRECTV and Google sign strategic partnership for ad sales

Provider of video services DIRECTV (Nasdaq: DTV | PowerRating ) and Internet search engine Google (Nasdaq: GOOG | PowerRating ) have entered into a strategic partnership under which Google will become the ... (Source: TradingMarkets.com 2010-08-12T15:21:13Z)

Phillies Rally in Ninth to Beat Dodgers

Carlos Ruiz's game-winning two-run double in the ninth inning capped a frantic rally to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-9 on Thursday night. Ruiz's shot bounced off the left ... (Source: NBC Philadelphia 2010-08-13T03:45:40Z)

Korea National Oil: Disappointed Over Rejection From Dana Petroleum

LONDON -(Dow Jones)- Korea National Oil Corp (KNOC.YY) said Thursday it is disappointed that the board of Dana Petroleum PLC (DNX.LN) does not agree that 1,800 pence per share represents a full and fair value ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-12T12:50:53Z)

Barnes & Noble says it was unable to reach an agreement with financier Ron Burkle's ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-12T16:54:16Z)

Phillies score eight runs late, complete frantic rally vs. Dodgers

PHILADELPHIA -- Carlos Ruiz's game-winning two-run double in the ninth inning capped a frantic rally to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-9 on Thursday night. Ruiz's shot bounced ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-13T03:31:21Z)

MLB owners approve sale of Texas Rangers, BBA

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Major League Baseball owners today approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an investment group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and sports attorney Chuck Greenberg. The sale was formally ... (Source: 39online.com 2010-08-12T17:15:45Z)

Deal gives boost to cell-phone coupons

NEW YORK (AP) - The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon ... (Source: WPRI 2010-08-12T12:15:06Z)

Baseball approves the sale of the Texas Rangers

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Major League Baseball owners have unanimously approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an investment group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and sports attorney Chuck Greenberg. The sale was ... (Source: WRDW-TV 2010-08-12T18:05:51Z)

Continued: MLB owners approve sale of Texas Rangers

MINNEAPOLIS - Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an investment group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and sports attorney Chuck Greenberg on Thursday. The ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-12T17:22:54Z)

Several Palestinian prisoners exchanged for 1 Israeli

Seif al-Islam Gadhafi , The son of Libya's leader said Thursday that part of a deal to free a jailed Israeli photographer involved the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Gadhafi told reporters ... (Source: Ya Libnan 2010-08-12T23:27:59Z)

Libya says Palestinians freed in deal for Israeli

The son of Libya's leader says part of a deal to free a jailed Israeli photographer involved the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Seif al-Islam Gadhafi told reporters Thursday that the Israeli-Tunisian ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-12T19:46:04Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 12, 2010, 8:40 pm

Phillies come back from 9-2 to beat Dodgers in ninth

From right, Philadelphia Phillies' Greg Dobbs, Brian Schneider, Jayson Werth and Ben Francisco celebrate after a walk-off two-run RBI double by Carlos Ruiz in the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles ... (Source: Atlantic City Press 2010-08-13T03:24:12Z)

Deal gives boost to cell-phone coupons

NEW YORK (AP) - The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon ... (Source: WPRI 2010-08-12T12:15:06Z)

Mall deal boosts cell-phone coupons

The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon Property Group, which ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-08-12T09:01:49Z)

Jets, Revis' agent clear the air, will continue to negotiate deal

CORTLAND, N.Y. -- The Jets and the agents for holdout cornerback Darrelle Revis say they are trying to clear the air and will keep all future negotiations confidential. The sides issued a joint statement Thursday after ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-12T17:44:23Z)

White Sox P Jenks leaves game

Chicago White Sox closer Bobby Jenks left Thursday's game with Minnesota in the ninth inning because of back spasms. The burly right-hander started the inning and retired Alexi Casilla, the first batter he ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-08-13T03:24:12Z)

Mall deal gives big boost to cell-phone coupons, ads

NEW YORK — The nation's biggest mall operator is teaming up with a Silicon Valley startup to reward smart-phone-equipped shoppers for walking into its shopping centers. The partnership between Simon Property Group ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-12T10:56:21Z)

Jets, Revis' agents to keep talks 'confidential'

C ORTLAND, N.Y. — The negotiations between the New York Jets [ team stats ] and holdout cornerback Darrelle Revis are going behind closed doors. No more finger pointing through the media, and no more public ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-12T20:21:52Z)

Phillies rally for eight runs in final two innings to beat Dodgers

PHILADELPHIA – Carlos Ruiz's game-winning two-run double in the ninth inning capped a frantic rally to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-9 on Thursday night. Ruiz's shot bounced ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-13T03:17:02Z)

Barnes & Noble says it was unable to reach an agreement with financier Ron Burkle's ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-12T16:54:16Z)

Iowa restaurant ticketed for toad-licking chef

An Iowa restaurant owner said he'll pay a fine after his head chef was videotaped kissing and licking toads in the kitchen. The Scott County Health Department reviewed the video Wednesday and called in the ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2010-08-12T19:31:45Z)

Chef in hot water for licking toads in kitchen (video link)

DAVENPORT, Iowa - A Davenport restaurant was ticketed Wednesday by the Scott County Health Department after its head chef was caught on tape kissing and licking live toads in the kitchen Sunday. Health department ... (Source: Gaston Gazette 2010-08-12T16:25:38Z)

Phillies win wild one over Dodgers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Carlos Ruiz's game-winning two-run double in the ninth inning capped a frantic rally to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-9 on Thursday night. Ruiz's shot bounced off ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-08-13T03:09:53Z)

UPDATE 1-UK's Prudential trims cost of failed AIA deal

LONDON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - Insurer Prudential ( PRU.L ) said it had trimmed the cost of its failed bid for AIG ( AIG.N )'s Asian unit as it reported a forecast-beating half-year profit, helped by a strong ... (Source: Reuters 2010-08-12T06:31:30Z)

Jennifer Lopez too much of a diva for 'Idol'?

Jennifer Lopez will not be sipping from the Coke cup as a judge for the 10th season of "America Idol," a source tells People.com. "Her demands got out of hand," says the source. "Fox just had enough (Source: Metro International 2010-08-12T23:06:30Z)

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HOUSTON -- A federal appeals court Thursday refused to reinstate a defamation lawsuit disgraced former pitcher Roger Clemens filed against his former personal trainer, Brian McNamee, who claims he injected Clemens with ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-08-13T00:18:05Z)

Lynx hand All-Star Whalen contract extension

Lindsay Whalen has signed a multiyear contract extension with the Minnesota Lynx. The team announced the deal on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed. The Lynx traded for Whalen before the season started. The Hutchinson ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-12T21:33:27Z)

NY woman facing rare adultery charge makes plea deal

BATAVIA, N.Y. — A married 41-year-old western New York woman charged with adultery after police said she had sex in public has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of public lewdness. Suzanne Corona of Batavia ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-08-12T11:46:28Z)

Batavia woman charged with adultery makes plea deal

BATAVIA -- A married 41-year-old western New York woman charged with adultery after police said she had sex in public has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of public lewdness. Suzanne Corona of Batavia accepted the plea ... (Source: Citizen Online 2010-08-13T03:24:12Z)

Barnes & Noble says no agreement with Yupaica

Barnes & Noble says it has not reached a settlement with financier Ron Burkle's Yucaipa Cos. after news reports the companies were close to a deal. Burkle, who owns a 19 percent stake in the bookseller, is ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T22:23:33Z)

Clemens loses defamation lawsuit appeal

A federal appeals court Thursday refused to reinstate a defamation lawsuit disgraced former pitcher Roger Clemens filed against his former personal trainer, Brian McNamee, who claims he injected Clemens with steroids and ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-13T00:03:46Z)

Daily links: Jennifer Lopez's diva demands reportedly derail 'American Idol' judging ...

Jennifer Lopez was said to be a sure thing to take a seat on the new, revamped "American Idol" judges' panel, but not any more. A source told People that Lopez had been close to a deal for a permanent judges ... (Source: Buffalo News (blog) 2010-08-12T04:44:08Z)

Prudential profits soar despite failed AIA deal

LONDON (AFP) – British insurance giant Prudential said on Thursday that profits jumped 41 percent in the first half, boosted by soaring sales in Asia, despite its failed bid for AIG's Asian division AIA ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-12T11:39:18Z)

Lynx sign Whalen to extension

Lindsay Whalen has signed a multiyear contract extension with the Minnesota Lynx. The team announced the deal on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed. The Lynx traded for Whalen before the season started. The Hutchinson ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-12T20:29:01Z)

Jennifer Lopez Idol Deal Not Dead - Mariah & Shania Twain Backup Choices?

New judge Jennifer Lopez is believed to have been removed as a potential replacement to Simon and Ellen due to her "out of hand" demands. TMZ reported though that the deal isn't over yet and Shania Twain is ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-12T22:45:02Z)

NY woman charged with adultery makes plea deal

(AP) — A married 41-year-old western New York woman charged with adultery after police said she had sex in public has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of public lewdness. Suzanne Corona of Batavia accepted the plea ... (Source: Newsday 2010-08-12T11:53:37Z)

It Gets Uglier: Ron Burkle Set for Barnes & Noble Proxy Fight

What a difference a day makes. Late Wednesday, it appeared that Barnes & Noble ( BKS ) and its second-largest shareholder, billionaire Ron Burkle , had set aside longstanding differences and were about to announce a ... (Source: Daily Finance 2010-08-13T00:32:24Z)

Minnesota Lynx sign hometown star Lindsay Whalen to contract extension

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Lindsay Whalen has signed a multiyear contract extension with the Minnesota Lynx. The team announced the deal on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed. The Lynx traded for Whalen before the ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-08-12T20:29:01Z)

Davenport restaurant ticketed for frog incident

An Iowa restaurant owner says he'll pay a fine after his head chef was videotaped kissing and licking toads in the kitchen. The Scott County Health Department reviewed the video Wednesday and called in the chef and owner ... (Source: WHBF TV 2010-08-12T19:03:07Z)

UK's Prudential Trims Cost of Botched AIA Deal

Insurer Prudential said its failed bid for AIG's Asian unit will cost less than first expected, and confirmed that the bungled takeover attempt has killed its appetite for big M&A deals. The bid for Hong Kong ... (Source: Insurance Journal 2010-08-12T15:28:22Z)

Darrelle Revis, Jets will keep talk "confidential"

CORTLAND, N.Y. — The negotiations between the Jets and holdout cornerback Darrelle Revis are going behind closed doors. No more finger pointing through the media, and no more public back-and-forth. The Jets ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-08-12T21:40:36Z)

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