Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 13, 2010, 11:40 pm

Bicycle Floyd Landis once crashed in mountain race sells for $5 at Kentucky yard sale

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The bicycle had two flat tires, but Greg Estes figured the $5 asking price still made it a bargain. Little did he know just how much. Estes checked on the bike's origin after buying it ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-13T21:53:44Z)

UPDATE: MLB Owners Approve Sale of Rangers to Nolan Ryan

MINNEAPOLIS - 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 formally ... (Source: KHQ Right Now 2010-08-12T17:51:32Z)

Liverpool reviews bids for possible saile

(AP) — LONDON - Liverpool says it has reviewed a number of bids for the Premier League club, but the timing and outcome of any possible sale is uncertain. The team adds in a statement Friday that the sale ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-08-13T21:32:15Z)

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)

People,Places and Things

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 time ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-13T08:32:00Z)

Jason Schwartzman, Wife Brandy Cunningham Expecting Baby!

Jason Schwartzman, the 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' star and his wife Brady Cunningham have announced they are expecting their first child together. And Jason has decided to grow a moustache in preparation ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-13T16:17:18Z)

UPDATE 1-Regulator gives go-ahead to Shaw-Canwest deal

OTTAWA, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Shaw Communications Inc's C$2 billion ($1.9 billion) purchase of Canwest Global Communications Corp's broadcast arm will not substantially reduce or prevent competition in the sector, Canada's ... (Source: Finanz Nachrichten 2010-08-13T18:26:09Z)

Jason Schwartzman and wife expecting first baby in December

After "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World," it looks as though it'll be Jason Schwartzman vs. the diapers -- the actor and his wife, designer Brady Cunningham , will be having a baby. "I'm expecting a child in ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-12T23:42:18Z)

Business GM CEO says he will step down

DETROIT (AP) General Motors Co. chief Ed Whitacre said Thursday he's stepping down as CEO on Sept. 1, his mission accomplished as the company reported its second straight quarterly profit. Whitacre, 68, will ... (Source: Star-Democrat 2010-08-13T16:38:46Z)

Phillies chase down Dodgers

PHILADELPHIA -- Carlos Ruiz was running for his life after his game-winning, two-run double in the ninth inning enabled the Phillies to overcome a seven-run deficit two innings earlier. His euphoric teammates ... (Source: Courier-Post 2010-08-14T03:58:48Z)

Competition Bureau approves Canwest TV sale to Shaw

Canada's competition regulator has given Shaw Communications Inc the green light to go ahead with its proposed takeover of Canwest Global Communications Corp's broadcast business. In May, Calgary-based Shaw agreed to ... (Source: Edmonton Sun 2010-08-13T16:24:27Z)

Jason Schwartzman and wife expecting first baby

Jason Schwartzman is to become a father. The 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' star and his wife Brady Cunningham have announced they are expecting their first child together. And Jason has decided to grow a ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-13T16:02:59Z)

Yahya Kirdi says Liverpool deal close

LONDON -- A Syrian businessman has claimed he is in "advanced negotiations" to buy Liverpool from the Premier League club's financially troubled owners. Yahya Kirdi, a former Syria international, is ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-04T12:31:45Z)

Texas Rangers Sale to Nolan Ryan's Group Is Approved by Baseball Owners

Major League Baseball's owners approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to a group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan, MLB said. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Stacey Jernigan approved the $593 million sale at a ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-12T17:15:45Z)

Jonathan Broxton Blows Fifth Save: The L.A. Dodgers Are Done

Dodgers closer Jonathan Broxton did not record an out in the ninth inning as the Philadelphia Phillies came back from a three-run deficit to defeat L.A. 10-9. The Phillies were down seven runs in the eighth inning, but ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-13T21:39:25Z)

Cincinnati Reds rebound behind Scott Rolen

Scott Rolen snapped out of a slump with 3 hits, helping Edinson Volquez and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Florida Marlins 7-2 on Friday. Jay Bruce homered and drove in 3 runs, and Joey Votto drove in 2 runs as ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-08-14T05:10:23Z)

Scott Rolen collects 3 hits to spark Cincinnati Reds to 7-2 win over Florida Marlins

CINCINNATI (AP) — Scott Rolen snapped out of a slump with three hits against an ineffective Josh Johnson, helping Edinson Volquez and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Florida Marlins 7-2 on Friday night. Jay Bruce homered ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-14T02:18:35Z)

WNBA Capsules

SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Becky Hammon led a third-quarter surge that helped San Antonio draw closer to a playoff berth by downing Tulsa. The Silver Stars (12-18) ended a four-game home losing streak and moved a game ... (Source: Buffalo News 2010-08-14T02:47:13Z)

MLB owners unanimously approve sale of Texas Rangers to group led by Hall of Famer ...

FILE - This Aug. 5, 2010, file photo shows Texas Rangers president Nolan Ryan smilingduring a news conference, in Arlington, Tex. Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-13T16:38:46Z)

Silver Stars topple Shock 94-74

Becky Hammon led a third-quarter surge that helped the San Antonio Silver Stars draw closer to a playoff berth by downing the Tulsa Shock 94-74 on Friday night. The Silver Stars (12-18) ended a four-game home ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-14T03:23:01Z)

Liverpool's board reviews takeover bids, says timing and outcome of any sale is ...

LONDON — Liverpool says it has reviewed a number of bids for the Premier League club, but the timing and outcome of any possible sale is uncertain. The team adds in a statement Friday that the sale process is ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-13T22:00:53Z)

Scott Rolen snaps out of slump as Reds beat Marlins 7-2

CINCINNATI — Scott Rolen snapped out of a slump with three hits against an ineffective Josh Johnson, helping Edinson Volquez and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Florida Marlins 7-2 Friday night. Jay Bruce ... (Source: Courier-Journal 2010-08-14T04:05:58Z)

Man gets Floyd Landis bike for $5 at Owenton yard sale

LEXINGTON - The bicycle had two flat tires, but Greg Estes figured the $5 asking price still made it a bargain. Little did he know just how much. Estes checked on the bike's origin after buying it at a yard ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-08-13T22:36:41Z)

GM made second-quarter profit, moves toward stock sale

DETROIT (AP) — In a signal moment for the turnaround of the American auto industry, General Motors is edging toward a public stock sale, and its profits are now solid enough that the demanding CEO will step ... (Source: Morning Sun 2010-08-14T05:17:33Z)

Mercury beat Silver Stars for 2nd straight time

PHOENIX -- Penny Taylor had 18 points, eight assists and five rebounds to lead the Phoenix Mercury over the San Antonio Silver Stars 103-87 Friday night. The Mercury (14-13) earned their fourth straight win ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-07T04:28:35Z)

Regulator gives go-ahead to Shaw-Canwest deal

OTTAWA (Reuters) - Shaw Communications Inc's C$2 billion ($1.9 billion) purchase of Canwest Global Communications Corp's broadcast arm will not substantially reduce or prevent competition in the sector, Canada ... (Source: CNN Money 2010-08-13T16:45:56Z)

Elvis Week hits its stride as buyout talks heat up

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: News-Democrat 2010-08-13T07:56:13Z)

Cycling star's old bike found at yard sale

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The bicycle had two flat tires, but Greg Estes figured the $5 asking price still made it a great bargain at a yard sale. Little did he know just how great. Estes checked on the bike's origin ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-14T04:05:58Z)

GM CEO Whitacre plans to step down Sept. 1

DETROIT (AP) — General Motors Co. chief Ed Whitacre said yesterday he's stepping down as CEO on Sept. 1, his mission accomplished as the company reported its second straight quarterly profit. Whitacre, 68 ... (Source: Columbia Daily Tribune 2010-08-13T19:16:15Z)

Phils' frantic finish deals Dodgers deja blues

PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies cannot speak for Jonathan Broxton. They cannot read his mind. They just know the results. They know that Carlos Ruiz crushed a double to left-center field in the bottom of the ... (Source: Philadelphia Phillies 2010-08-13T23:26:47Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 13, 2010, 10:41 pm

Blackstone taking Dynegy private

Asset manager Blackstone Group said Friday it is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private in a three-way deal that will see Dynegy also sell four power plants - including one in Oakland - to NRG ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-14T05:10:23Z)

Barrick Deals With Nevada Mining Accident

ELKO COUNTY, Nev. ( TheStreet ) -- Barrick Gold ( ABX ) has shut down its Meikle underground mine as it investigates a possibly deadly accident that occurred Thursday morning. Details remain fuzzy, but around ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-08-13T15:05:43Z)

Mercury-Liberty Preview

Tempers flared amid Cappie Pondexter 's return to Phoenix last month, and the New York Liberty star's ejection helped turn a narrow deficit into a blowout loss to her former team. Things couldn't be going much ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-08-14T04:20:17Z)

GM Stock Sale Near

A person familiar with the matter says General Motors Co. is likely to file paperwork next week that describes the plan to sell shares to the public. The person says the company planned to file on Friday but delayed the ... (Source: WILX-TV 2010-08-13T18:40:28Z)

Crews turn to remote cameras in Nevada mine recovery mission

The two-day recovery mission at a mine near the northeastern Nevada town of Carlin continues Friday evening as crews are now turning to remote cameras to try to get to two missing miners. Rescuers are closing in on the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-14T01:49:57Z)

49ers Announce Roster Changes

The San Francisco 49ers announced Wednesday that they have signed WR Bobby Guillory to a two-year contract and have waived WR Scott Long. The team also announced that LB Scott McKillop has been waived/injured. LB Martail ... (Source: SF 2010-08-12T02:35:17Z)

Pondexter, Liberty Too Much For Dream

(AP) ATLANTA (AP) - Cappie Pondexter scored 31 points to lead the New York Liberty to a 90-83 win over the Atlanta Dream on Friday night. With the win, New York (18-11) moved one game ahead of Atlanta (18-13 ... (Source: CBS News 2010-08-14T02:18:35Z)

Blackstone agrees to buy utility firm Dynegy

(AP) - Asset manager Blackstone Group said Friday it is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private in a three-way deal that will see Dynegy also sell four power plants to NRG Energy Inc. New York-based Blackstone ... (Source: Crain's New York Business 2010-08-13T19:59:12Z)

Elvis Week hits stride as buyout talks heat up

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — 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 ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-13T21:17:56Z)

Absentee Balmer says he will return to 49ers

As the 49ers ran out of patience with Kentwan Balmer's absence, the player said Wednesday that he plans to return to the team as soon as his personal matter is resolved. The third-year defensive end missed ... (Source: Victoria Advocate 2010-08-12T03:46:52Z)

Some Harrah's shares to be traded publicly

Las Vegas-based Harrah's Entertainment Inc. has signed an initial agreement with a company headed by Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert to develop and operate casinos in Cincinnati and Cleveland. The ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-08-12T22:09:14Z)

Judge questions plea deal for War Machine

Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 4:15 p.m. SAN DIEGO — A San Diego judge postponed a sentencing hearing Thursday for a former mixed-martial arts championship fighter, saying his behavior inside and outside the ... (Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 2010-08-12T23:13:40Z)

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

CORTLAND, N.Y. -- The negotiations between the New York Jets and holdout cornerback Darrelle Revis are moving behind closed doors. No more finger pointing through the media, and no more public back-and-forth ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-14T02:04:16Z)

Dynegy's shares rally on Blackstone buyout deal

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Dynegy Inc. agreed Friday to be purchased by Blackstone Group in a deal valued at $4.7 billion including assumption of debt. Blackstone in turn is selling four Dynegy electrical power plants to ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-13T17:00:15Z)

NO 'KNOCKS' FOR HBO SHOW

CORTLAND - The feedback from the Jets after seeing themselves glorified in the first episode of HBO's "Hard Knocks" series was positive. "I thought it was entertaining," coach Rex Ryan said yesterday. "We have ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-08-14T02:40:04Z)

Dynergy's shares rally on Blackstone buyout deal

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Dynegy Inc. agreed Friday to be purchased by Blackstone Group in a deal valued at $4.7 billion including the assumption of debt, with the buyer also setting the terms of a deal to sell power ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-13T13:54:08Z)

AP Source: GM likely to file papers next week for public stock offering; sale date ...

DETROIT (AP) — A person familiar with the matter says General Motors Co. is likely to file paperwork next week that describes the plan to sell shares to the public. The person says the company planned to ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-13T18:04:40Z)

Harrah's may manage Ohio casinos

CINCINNATI -- Las Vegas-based Harrah's Entertainment Inc. has signed an initial agreement with a company headed by Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert to develop and operate casinos in Cincinnati and Cleveland. The ... (Source: Las Vegas Review Journal 2010-08-13T01:01:02Z)

WNBA Capsules

WASHINGTON (AP) - Katie Smith's 3-pointer with 43.5 seconds left helped the Washington Mystics earn a 61-58 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Friday night. Lindsey Harding led the Mystics (18-12) with 15 points and Smith ... (Source: Blueridgenow.com 2010-08-14T03:08:42Z)

Dynegy shares soar 60 percent on deal to be taken private by Blackstone for $542.7 ...

NEW YORK — Asset manager Blackstone Group said Friday it is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private in a three-way deal that will see Dynegy also sell four power plants to NRG Energy Inc. New York-based ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-14T03:01:32Z)

People,Places and Things

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 time ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-13T08:32:00Z)

Ready for some Rex-pletives: 'Hard Knocks' doesn't pull punches at Jets camp

Yeah, didn't think so. New York Jets coach Rex Ryan on the other hand? He's a walking quote machine perfect for premium TV. The Jets barreled onto the "Hard Knocks" stage this week as HBO had hoped, full ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2010-08-13T22:15:12Z)

REGION: Blackstone makes another big buy

Blackstone Group may gain another property in the region following its announcement Friday that it is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private. In a three-way deal, Dynegy said it plans to sell four ... (Source: North County Times 2010-08-14T01:57:07Z)

Harrah's to manage Ohio casinos in proposed deal

MLB owners unanimously approve sale of Texas Rangers to group led by Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan. England coach Capello says Beckham too old to play for national team. CINCINNATI (AP) - Las Vegas-based Harrah's ... (Source: KCBD 2010-08-13T17:28:53Z)

Source: GM plans IPO

General Motors Co. is likely to file paperwork next week that describes its plan to sell shares to the public, a person familiar with the matter said Friday. The Detroit automaker had planned to file the ... (Source: Times-Leader 2010-08-14T05:03:14Z)

Presley business enterprises for sale?

The owners of Elvis Presley's likeness and image are considering offers to sell their licencing rights, as the annual Elvis Presley Week got under way in Memphis. CKx Inc, the current owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises ... (Source: Digital Spy 2010-08-13T16:38:46Z)

Judge refuses to honor War Machines plea deal in PB bar fight

Mixed martial arts fighter War Machine's next battle may be in a San Diego courtroom, as a judge Thursday refused to honor a plea agreement that would have sent him to jail for a year for assaulting a ... (Source: La Jolla 2010-08-10T23:58:59Z)

Rescuers close to northeast Nevada miners

Crews were close to the men inside the Meikle mine in northern Nevada and still hoped to reach them by the day's end, said Lou Schack, a spokesman for Barrick Gold of North America. The pipe had apparently ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-14T04:05:58Z)

Absence no big deal, San Francisco 49ers' Kentwan Balmer says

As the 49ers ran out of patience with Kentwan Balmer's absence, the player said Wednesday that he plans to return to the team as soon as his personal matter is resolved. The third-year defensive end missed ... (Source: Berkeley Voice 2010-08-12T03:25:23Z)

CA judge seeks harsher sentence for Ex-UFC fighter

SAN DIEGO — A San Diego judge says he is not inclined to honor a plea deal for former Ultimate Fighting Championship competitor War Machine and thinks the case calls for state prison. Judge David Danielsen was ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-08-13T20:20:41Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 13, 2010, 9:40 pm

Rescuers closing in on missing miners

RENO (AP) - Rescuers were closing in Friday on two miners at the Meikle mine where a pipe had broken loose from a wall and severely damaged a cage that was lowering the pair into a shaft. Crews were close to the men ... (Source: Elko Daily Free Press 2010-08-14T02:18:35Z)

Phils' frantic finish deals Dodgers deja blues

PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies cannot speak for Jonathan Broxton. They cannot read his mind. They just know the results. They know that Carlos Ruiz crushed a double to left-center field in the bottom of the ... (Source: Philadelphia Phillies 2010-08-13T23:26:47Z)

Devo announced for Asheville's Moogfest in October

ASHEVILLE – Moogfest has just announced that electronic superstar band Devo has been added to its debut musical celebration Oct. 29-31 in Asheville. Also announced this morning were the groups the Disco ... (Source: Asheville Citizen-Times 2010-08-13T20:49:18Z)

Last ties to Zephyrs gone from Astros roster

With the major league trading deadline providing many deals this past weekend, three deals signaled the end of the last vestiges of ties to the golden era of minor league baseball affiliations in New Orleans. Beginning ... (Source: NewOrleans.Com 2010-08-02T02:47:08Z)

Moss Landing power plant to be sold to NRG Energy under three-way deal

New York-based Blackstone is taking on more than $4 billion in Dynegy debt as well, bringing the deal's total value to $4.7 billion. Dynegy said its shareholders will receive $4.50 per share in cash for its ... (Source: Thecalifornian.com 2010-08-13T16:17:18Z)

Phillies Rally in 9th 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 2010-08-13T19:44:53Z)

See what's happening around Terrebonne, Lafourche

Tickets are on sale for Disney's "Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve." Performances are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd. Tickets cost $12.50 each ... (Source: Houma Courier 2010-08-13T21:32:15Z)

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)

Texas Rangers sale finalized

The sale of the Texas Rangers was finalized Aug. 12, when the ownership group headed by attorney Chuck Greenberg and Nolan Ryan received unanimous approval from Major League Baseball owners at their joint quarterly ... (Source: Fort Worth Business Press 2010-08-13T18:33:18Z)

Guantanimo War-Crimes Trial Delayed Due To Attorney's Illness

Guantanamo Bay Navel Base, Cuba -- A defense official at Guantanamo Bay says the war-crimes trial of Canadian Omar Khadr will be delayed at least 30 days due to an attorney's illness. Pentagon-appointed attorney Jon ... (Source: digtriad.com 2010-08-13T19:16:15Z)

Barrick Deals With Nevada Mining Accident

ELKO COUNTY, Nev. (TheStreet) -- Barrick Gold ( Symbol : ABX ) has shut down its Meikle underground mine as it investigates a possibly deadly accident that occurred Thursday morning. Details remain fuzzy, but around 1:15 ... (Source: Inside Fidelity 2010-08-13T15:27:11Z)

Khadr trial delayed after lawyer collapses

GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba, Aug. 13 (UPI) -- Canadian-born terror suspect Omar Khadr 's trial will be delayed 30 days as his defense attorney seeks treatment after collapsing in court, officials said. U.S. Army Lt ... (Source: United Press International 2010-08-13T20:13:31Z)

Dynegy, operator of Newburgh power plants, to be sold

Asset manager Blackstone Group said Friday it is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private in a three-way deal that will see Dynegy also sell four power plants to NRG Energy Inc. New York-based Blackstone is ... (Source: Times Herald-Record 2010-08-14T03:37:20Z)

Royals send ex-Mariner Jose Guillen to Giants

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals traded veteran outfielder Jose Guillen to the San Francisco Giants on Friday in exchange for a player to be named later and cash considerations. The Royals announced the deal ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-08-13T17:43:12Z)

Disney's 'Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve' tickets are now on sale

Tickets for the Houma showings of Disney's "Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve" are currently on sale at the Civic Center Box Office, open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, and Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or www ... (Source: Houma Courier 2010-08-04T20:17:02Z)

Stocks Decline After CPI, Retail Sales

[ BAC Loading... ( ) ] led advancers. U.S. retail sales rose in July but the gains were mostly in auto and gasoline station sales, providing little reason to think the retail picture had changed ... (Source: CNBC 2010-08-13T13:46:58Z)

Lenders on lookout for short-sale fraud

Mortgage data aggregator CoreLogic is inviting lenders to join a consortium-based service it says will allow members to monitor properties involved in short sales for evidence of subsequent fraudulent flipping ... (Source: Inman.com 2010-08-11T16:41:08Z)

Elvis Week hits stride as buyout talks heat up

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — 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 ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-13T21:17:56Z)

Royals send Jose Guillen to Giants, who enter big weekend series against Padres

The Giants acquired Guillen on Friday and also receive cash considerations from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for a player to be named. "We didn't acquire him to be on the bench," said manager Bruce Bochy ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-14T02:25:45Z)

Zephyrs, Marlins extend deal

METAIRIE — The New Orleans Zephyrs and Florida Marlins have agreed to a two-year extension of their player development contract, running through the end of the 2012 season. The Marlins will continue to provide the ... (Source: Houma Courier 2010-08-13T16:10:08Z)

Gov't proposes to curb home developer fees

he government is proposing to stop developers in most instances from collecting fees on the sale of homes they no longer own. The Federal Housing Finance Agency said Thursday it is zeroing in on the practice after ... (Source: Daily Business Review 2010-08-13T17:57:31Z)

Notebook: Suspension of Cincinnati Reds pitcher Johnny Cueto a break for Florida ...

CINCINNATI — The Florida Marlins caught a break when Cincinnati Reds starter Johnny Cueto decided not to appeal his seven-game suspension stemming from Tuesday's benches-clearing fight between the Reds and St. Louis ... (Source: Palm Beach Interactive 2010-08-14T02:18:35Z)

Los Angeles Dodgers (59-56) at Atlanta Braves (66-48), 7:35 p.m.

Coming off a devastating loss that dealt a serious blow to their postseason chances, the Los Angeles Dodgers will need to bounce back quickly when they head to Turner Field tonight for the first of four ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-08-14T04:13:07Z)

Broken pipe blamed for Nevada gold mine accident that leaves 2 miners in shaft

RENO, Nev. - Rescuers were closing in Friday on two miners in a Nevada gold mine where a pipe had broken loose from a wall and severely damaged a cage that was lowering the pair into a shaft. Crews were close ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-14T03:01:32Z)

MLB owners unanimously approve sale of Texas Rangers to group led by Hall of Famer ...

FILE - This Aug. 5, 2010, file photo shows Texas Rangers president Nolan Ryan smilingduring a news conference, in Arlington, Tex. Major League Baseball owners unanimously approved the sale of the Texas Rangers to an ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-08-13T16:31:37Z)

Giants get Jose Guillen from Royals

KANSAS CITY, MO (AP) -- The Kansas City Royals have traded outfielder Jose Guillen to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for a player to be named later and cash considerations. The Royals announced the deal Friday ... (Source: KXTV News10Net 2010-08-13T17:50:21Z)

People,Places and Things

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 time ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-13T08:32:00Z)

U.S. proposes end to private transfer fees

The government is proposing to stop developers in most instances from collecting fees on the sale of houses they no longer own. The Federal Housing Finance Agency said Thursday that it is zeroing in on the ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-08-13T04:57:15Z)

Texas Rangers Judge Approves Sale of Team to Nolan Ryan Group

Aug. 5 (Bloomberg) -- The Texas Rangers won court approval to sell the Major League Baseball team to a group led by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan and attorney Chuck Greenberg for $593 million. U.S ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-05T20:44:29Z)

Presley business enterprises for sale?

The owners of Elvis Presley's likeness and image are considering offers to sell their licencing rights, as the annual Elvis Presley Week got under way in Memphis. CKx Inc, the current owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises ... (Source: Digital Spy 2010-08-13T16:38:46Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 13, 2010, 8:40 pm

Blackstone to Pay $4.7 Billion for Dynegy

The deal represents a reprieve for stockholders of Dynegy, whose shares have been sliding for several years as the company has struggled with sluggish demand. The shares, which had fallen 74 percent in the ... (Source: New York Times 2010-08-14T00:02:35Z)

'FarmVille' maker hires ex-MySpace CEO

Zynga, the maker of popular social networking game "FarmVille," has hired former MySpace CEO Owen Van Natta as its executive vice president of business operations. Van Natta, also a former chief revenue ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-14T00:24:03Z)

NKY Man Finds Bike Worth Thousands In Yard Sale

WLWT.com Greg Estes isn't an avid cyclist or even a professional yard-sale hunter. He just saw a good deal and an opportunity to make a little bit of money. Little did Estes know that the shiny, aluminum mountain bike he ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-14T00:45:32Z)

Presley business enterprises for sale?

The owners of Elvis Presley's likeness and image are considering offers to sell their licencing rights, as the annual Elvis Presley Week got under way in Memphis. CKx Inc, the current owner of Elvis Presley Enterprises ... (Source: Digital Spy 2010-08-13T16:38:46Z)

Dynegy's shares rally on Blackstone buyout deal

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Dynegy Inc. agreed Friday to be purchased by Blackstone Group in a deal valued at $4.7 billion including assumption of debt. Blackstone in turn is selling four Dynegy electrical power plants to ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-13T17:00:15Z)

Former Facebook rainmaker Owen Van Natta joins Zynga

Owen Van Natta, who unexpectedly stepped down in February as chief executive of News Corp.'s MySpace, has resurfaced at Zynga, a social gaming company, as its executive vice president. Van Natta has also been ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-13T22:58:09Z)

Allscripts and Eclipsys Stockholders Approve Merger

CHICAGO and ATLANTA , Aug. 13 -- Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDRX) (Allscripts), the leading provider of clinical software, information and connectivity solutions for physicians, and ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-13T16:02:59Z)

Twitter & Tweetmeme Ink Deal For Tweet Button

Twitter and Tweetmeme have announced that they will collaborate for a Twitter button that will allow Tweetmeme to access the huge database of the social networking website. Tweetmeme, the UK based service is the ... (Source: indiaserver.com 2010-08-13T10:48:01Z)

Twitter Capitalizes on Sharing with New Tweet Button

Twitter's ( news , site ) got a brand new button, and it's very Facebook Connect -y. By adding the new Tweet button to webpages, publishers enable Twitter users to retweet content directly from the source ... (Source: CMSWire 2010-08-13T21:25:06Z)

Allscripts and Eclipsys stockholders OK purchase

(AP) — Shareholders of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions Inc. and Eclipsys Corp. have approved Allscripts' $1.3 billion acquisition of Eclipsys, the companies said Friday. The health care information technology ... (Source: Crain's Chicago Business 2010-08-13T17:36:02Z)

Blackstone to buy power producer Dynegy

Private equity firm Blackstone Group struck a deal Friday to buy power producer Dynegy Inc. for $543 million in cash and sell Dynegy plants in California and Maine to NRG Energy Inc. in the latest shake-up in ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-13T22:43:50Z)

Dynergy's shares rally on Blackstone buyout deal

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Dynegy Inc. agreed Friday to be purchased by Blackstone Group in a deal valued at $4.7 billion including the assumption of debt, with the buyer also setting the terms of a deal to sell power ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-13T13:54:08Z)

MLB owners unanimously approve sale of Texas Rangers to group led by Hall of Famer ...

MINNEAPOLIS — 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: San Francisco Examiner 2010-08-12T17:08:35Z)

Aussie psychic finds woman's body on hunt for girl

SYDNEY (AP) — An Aboriginal elder in Australia who said she had a psychic vision of where to find a missing 6-year-old went to the wooded location outside Sydney and instead found the dismembered torso of an older ... (Source: Warren Tribune Chronicle 2010-08-13T20:20:41Z)

REGION: Blackstone makes another big buy

Blackstone Group may gain another property in the region following its announcement Friday that it is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private. In a three-way deal, Dynegy said it plans to sell four ... (Source: North County Times 2010-08-14T01:57:07Z)

Bicycle Floyd Landis once crashed in mountain race sells for $5 at Kentucky yard sale

LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) — The bicycle had two flat tires, but Greg Estes figured the $5 asking price still made it a bargain. Little did he know just how much. Estes checked on the bike's origin after buying it ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-13T21:53:44Z)

People,Places and Things

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 time ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-13T08:32:00Z)

Lan, Tam to Combine to Create Latin America's Top Carrier

Lan Airlines SA , Latin America's biggest carrier by market value, agreed to buy Brazil's Tam SA in an all-stock transaction valued at $3.7 billion. Tam investors will receive 0.9 Lan shares for each Tam ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-14T03:01:32Z)

A LatAm airline colossus is born with TAM-LAN deal

SAO PAULO/SANTIAGO, (Reuters) - Brazil's TAM and Chile's LAN announced a proposed merger Friday that would create Latin America's largest airline and compete for the region's booming demand for passengers and ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-13T22:58:09Z)

Allscripts and Eclipsys shareholders approve deal

NEW YORK — Shareholders of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions Inc. and Eclipsys Corp. have approved Allscripts' $1.3 billion acquisition of Eclipsys, the companies said Friday. The health care information ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-08-13T21:10:47Z)

Summary Box: Blackstone takes Dynegy private

POWER PLAY: Asset manager Blackstone Group is paying $542.7 million to take Dynegy Inc. private in a three-way deal that will see Dynegy sell four power plants to NRG Energy Inc. for $1.36 billion in cash. Including ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-13T22:36:41Z)

Rangers running away with AL West despite off-field issues

SEATTLE — Walk into the Texas Rangers clubhouse, and you're apt to be surprised. Not because the Rangers have the biggest lead in any of Major League Baseball's six divisions. Not because Dallas Mavericks ... (Source: USA Today 2010-08-13T23:05:19Z)

Elvis Week hits stride as buyout talks heat up

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — 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 ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-13T21:17:56Z)

Jacki Weaver: the "Ma Barker" of Animal Kingdom

What hits you immediately upon meeting Jacki Weaver, the extraordinary Sydney-based actress who plays Smurf (Janine) Cody in the movie Animal Kingdom is that she is nothing like the sociopath, the manipulative mom with ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-08-13T21:46:34Z)

Luxurious Pampering Awaits in Sydney Harbour With New Hotel Deal Eat Well, Stay Spoiled and

SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA -- (Marketwire) -- 08/10/10 -- From world-famous icons such as the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, to the golden sands of Bondi Beach, Sydney is a melting pot of cultural ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-10T15:30:45Z)

Man gets Floyd Landis bike for $5 at Owenton yard sale

LEXINGTON - The bicycle had two flat tires, but Greg Estes figured the $5 asking price still made it a bargain. Little did he know just how much. Estes checked on the bike's origin after buying it at a yard ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-08-13T22:36:41Z)

Brazil TAM, Chile's LAN airlines say they'll merge

TAM airline of Brazil and LAN airline of Chile say they have reached a nonbinding agreement to merge. The two airlines are the largest in their countries. If the deal goes through, it is expected to create Latin America ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-13T21:17:56Z)

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)

Twitter Tweet Button Launches with TweetMeme Blessing

Twitter Aug. 12 introduced its much anticipated Tweet Button for Websites to install and let users share links directly from the Web page they're viewing. When users click the Tweet Button, a Tweet box will appear ... (Source: eWeek 2010-08-13T19:37:44Z)

'FarmVille' maker Zynga hires ex-MySpace CEO Owen Van Natta as business operations ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Zynga, the maker of popular social networking game "FarmVille," has hired former MySpace CEO Owen Van Natta as its executive vice president of business operations. Van Natta, also a former ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-08-14T00:16:54Z)

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