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Deals of the Hour / November 18, 2010, 11:40 pm

Palm Pre 2 With webOS 2.0 Now Available Unlocked Straight From HP for $449

When you buy a cellphone in this day and age you're almost guaranteed to be signing some sort of contract. However, folks who have a bit of extra cash to burn may opt to buy a device off contract. Sure, it's going to cost quite a bit more but you won ... (Source: MobileWhack.com 2010-11-19T06:35:47Z)

Verizon Relaunches Kin Phones with No Required Data Plan (VZ,MSFT)

Nov 18, 2010 (SmarTrend News Watch via COMTEX) -- Verizon (NYSE:VZ) officials announced Thursday that the carrier will once again offer Microsoft's (NASDAQ:MSFT) Kin ONEm and Kin TWOm mobile devices - this time as featured phones, instead of smartphones ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-11-18T20:55:58Z)

Ex-Steelers kicker declines Bengals' offer

Former Steelers kicker Jeff Reed cleared waivers Wednesday and had offers from two teams, one of which was the Bengals according to his agent. Don Henderson said his client was receptive to the Bengals, but decided that it was best not to kick this weekend ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-11-18T04:42:26Z)

Tony Parker `never got physical with Erin Barry`

A source has claimed that Tony Parker's alleged 'sexting' relationship with an ex-teammate's wife never got physical. Celebrities attend the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards, Nokia Theatre, Los Angeles, California. - Russ Einhorn / Splash News The insider ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-11-19T06:07:09Z)

Rick Barry speaks on Eva Longoria-Tony Parker split; Tony Parker does not

What were the chances that Pro Basketball Hall of Fame forward Rick Barry -- the only player to win scoring titles in the NCAA, the NBA and ABA -- would enter into the conversation swirling about the divorce between Eva Longoria and Tony Parker of the San ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-18T15:12:22Z)

HDTV: Want a great deal? Move fast.

Flat-screen television sets were expected to fall during the hoiday season and, sure enough, early Black Friday sales are setting the pace. But you have to move fast to get the best deals. This past weekend, Walmart began offering a 32-inch Vizio HDTV with ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-11-09T12:31:14Z)

Sears' 3Q loss nearly doubles

Sears Holdings Corp. , which operates Kmart and Sears, Roebuck and Co. stores, reported that its third-quarter loss nearly doubled: THE LOSS: $218 million, or $1.98 per share. That compares with a loss of $127 million, or $1.09 per share, in the same ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-18T17:42:41Z)

Tony Parker: 'This is a difficult time right now for me and Eva'

Tony Parker isn't staying completely quiet about his split from Eva Longoria. But he isn't saying much. "This is a difficult time right now for me and Eva," the San Antonio Spurs guard said before Wednesday's NBA game against the Chicago Bulls. "Everything ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-19T01:49:27Z)

10-Shot Espresso Cup: "Porn In A Cup"

The 10-shot espresso is a 20-ounce beverage being sold at The Pulp & The Bean. It is being billed as "coffee porn in a cup." The owner of The Pulp & The Bean, Tony Fisher, found out today that a 10 shot espresso cup of coffee has never been done before ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-11-18T19:37:13Z)

Verizon happy to offer Windows Phone 7 devices 'as soon as Microsoft has 'em ready'

Yes, Verizon's calling them "Windows 7 mobile devices," but the underlying message is clear -- Verizon's tossing the Windows Phone 7 CDMA ball squarely into Microsoft's court. There are no CDMA-ready smartphones running Microsoft's latest mobile operating ... (Source: engadget 2010-11-14T22:40:55Z)

Swanson family statement

The family of Robert and Kathleen Swanson has asked that my law firm distribute the following statement regarding the recent tragedies in Algona and Humboldt, Iowa: The family of Robert and Kathleen Swanson are deeply saddened with the recent events in ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-18T22:21:52Z)

Best Buy to offer free online shipping on orders through Dec. 21

NEW YORK (AP) — Best Buy has joined the free-shipping wars, offering the lure on many online orders for the holidays. Best Buy says hundreds of thousands of items are included. Some items such as Apple Inc. 's iPads, video game consoles and major ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-17T14:09:08Z)

10 Shots in a Cup

The Crown Heights coffee shop The Pulp & The Bean is serving a drink, known as "Dieci" (Italian for "10"), that contains 10 shots of expresso in one cup, according to Reuters News Service. Shop owner Tony Fisher, 37, says, "This is for the person ... (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle 2010-11-18T19:58:42Z)

Palm Pre 2 available unlocked from HP for $449.99

Can't wait to get your hands on the Palm Pre 2 with webOS 2.0? HP is now selling an unlocked GSM version of the Palm Pre 2 on its Web site for $449.99. Last month, Hewlett-Packard took the wraps off both webOS 2.0 and the Palm Pre 2 smartphone, but there ... (Source: Digitaltrends.com 2010-11-18T18:32:48Z)

Parents of accused killer of Iowa clerks offer sympathies

Shocked by the cold-blooded slayings of two convenience store clerks in Iowa, the parents of 17-year-old accused killer Michael Richard Swanson issued a statement Thursday expressing sorrow and confusion over their son's alleged crimes. Robert and Kathleen ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-19T03:43:59Z)

Bengals report: Strategy and personnel

The Bengals did talk to Jeff Reed about coming in to replace Mike Nugent at kicker, but Reed has decided to take the weekend off. Aaron Pettrey, who hasn't kicked in an NFL regular-season game, will handle placekicks and kickoffs against the Bills. --DT ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-18T05:11:04Z)

Kayak website operator files for IPO

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The operator of the popular Kayak.com website that aggregates airline, hotel and rental car deals, filed on Wednesday to raise as much as $50 million in an initial public offering. Kayak Software Corp's filing with the Securities and ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-17T23:48:57Z)

Bengals were interested in signing ex-Steeler Reed, agent says

Nothing this weekend, Reed's agent, Don Henderson, told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette . Henderson told the newspaper that three teams contacted him about Reed, and two -- including the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals -- made offers. The Bengals ended up ... (Source: NFL 2010-11-18T20:34:29Z)

Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday 2010 Deals at Best Buy, Kmart and Sears

You won't need to wait for Black Friday for incredible holiday shopping bargains as Sears and Kmart both will have door buster deals to try to lure shoppers into the store on Thanksgiving Day. Sears is open from 7 am to 12 noon and has several specials ... (Source: National Ledger 2010-11-19T02:53:53Z)

UPDATE 1-Kayak website operator files for IPO

NEW YORK Nov 17 (Reuters) - The operator of the popular Kayak.com website that aggregates airline, hotel and rental car deals, filed on Wednesday to raise as much as $50 million in an initial public offering. Kayak Software Corp's filing with the U.S ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-17T23:06:00Z)

Suspect's family 'shocked' by Iowa convenience store killings

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The family of a Minnesota teenager accused of killing two store clerks in northern Iowa is expressing condolences to the victims' families. In a statement, the parents of 17-year-old Michael Swanson say "nothing has prepared us for ... (Source: Globe Gazette 2010-11-19T00:52:11Z)

Sears Loss Widens as U.S. Shoppers Shun Appliances

Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sears Holdings Corp., the largest U.S. department-store chain, said its third-quarter loss widened as consumers remained cautious amid high levels of unemployment. The net loss was $218 million, or $1.98 a share in the quarter ended ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-18T21:10:17Z)

Best Buy to Offer Free Shipping On HDTVs

Washington, D.C. (November 18, 2010) -- Best Buy has announced that it will offer free shipping on hundreds of thousands of products this holiday season, including Blu-ray movies, DVDs and apparently some HDTVs. In the announcement, the retailer said the ... (Source: TVPredictions.com 2010-11-18T12:13:24Z)

Target, Best Buy, Toys R Us, Walmart hatch Black Friday deals

Big news for Black Friday shoppers! Target will sell $3 appliances and Best Buy is planning to offer Sony laptops for $399.99 and a Blu-Ray disc player by Toshiba for $59.99, according to Black Friday ads posted on gottadeal.com. Toys R Us will have Mega ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-11-16T20:08:14Z)

Travel site Kayak.com files for IPO

NEW YORK (AP) -- Kayak Software Corp., whose site Kayak.com is a popular aggregator of flight and hotel deals, filed for an initial public offering Wednesday, with hopes of raising up to $50 million. The Norwalk, Conn., company did not say in its filing ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-17T22:30:12Z)

Stores offer free shipping as they vie for growing online sales

Free shipping wars are breaking out all over the Web as online shopping is up over last year and retailers are vying for the bulk of yet-to-come holiday spending. On Wednesday, Best Buy Co. became the latest retailer to offer free shipping. The electronics ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-11-18T05:54:01Z)

Verizon Brings Back Kin Phones — for a Lot Less

Verizon Wireless is bringing back the Kin, Microsoft Corp.'s attempt at a youth-oriented phone that fell flat earlier this year and was yanked off the market after only two months on the shelf. But don't call them Kin Three and Kin Four. In July, both ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-18T17:42:41Z)

10-Shot Espresso Cup Drink Dubbed 'Porn In A Cup'

A Brooklyn coffee shop began offering a new espresso drink Tuesday which contains 10 shots of espresso in a single 20 oz. cup. This new drink, dubbed 'Porn in a Cup' is not for everyone, that's for sure. Tony Fisher, 37, owns The Pulp & The Bean in ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-18T20:55:58Z)

Hewlett-Packard Offers Unlocked, GSM Palm Pre 2; Special Offer for WebOS Developers (HPQ,UBS)

Nov 18, 2010 (SmarTrend News Watch via COMTEX) -- Hewlett-Packard Co.'s (NYSE:HPQ) Palm Pre 2 is being offered on the company's website as of Thursday, as an unlocked, GSM version of the smartphone. The Palm Pre 2, which was unveiled in October, is priced ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-11-18T21:31:45Z)

Best Buy offers free shipping on some items

Another retail chain store has jumped on the free shipping bandwagon. Best Buy now says it plans to offer free online shipping on some items through December 21. The store plans to ship all CDs, Blu-ray and DVD movies and gaming software and accessories ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-18T14:07:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / November 18, 2010, 10:41 pm

LPL Investment Raises $470 Million in Initial Offer

(Updates with LPL trading in second paragraph, GM's debut in last paragraph.) Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) -- LPL Investment Holdings Inc., the brokerage and investment advisory firm owned by TPG Capital and Hellman & Friedman LLC, raised $470 million after ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-18T16:16:47Z)

Genzyme selling diagnostics business for $265M

G enzyme Corp. is selling its diagnostic products unit to longtime business partner Sekisui Chemical Co. for $265 million in cash. Tokyo-based Sekisui has agreed to offer jobs to the unit's approximately 575 employees, including senior management, and ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-19T02:32:24Z)

Most Indian Stocks Decline; Reliance Communications Leads Drop

Nov. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Most Indian stock fell, with the benchmark index set for a second week of declines amid concern gains may have outpaced the outlook for earnings. Reliance Communications Ltd., India's second-largest mobile-phone operator, sank 3 ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-19T05:17:02Z)

Western Coal snags $3.3-billion offer

U.S. coal producer Walter Energy Inc. has entered exclusive talks to buy Canada's Western Coal Corp. for $3.3-billion after agreeing to buy a 19.8% stake in the company from one of its shareholders. Walter revealed on Thursday that affiliates of Audley ... (Source: Calgary Herald 2010-11-18T19:58:42Z)

Kayak website operator files for IPO

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The operator of the popular Kayak.com website that aggregates airline, hotel and rental car deals, filed on Wednesday to raise as much as $50 million in an initial public offering. Kayak Software Corp's filing with the Securities and ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-17T23:48:57Z)

Suspect's family 'shocked' by Iowa convenience store killings

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The family of a Minnesota teenager accused of killing two store clerks in northern Iowa is expressing condolences to the victims' families. In a statement, the parents of 17-year-old Michael Swanson say "nothing has prepared us for ... (Source: Globe Gazette 2010-11-19T00:52:11Z)

Ex-Steelers kicker declines Bengals' offer

Former Steelers kicker Jeff Reed cleared waivers Wednesday and had offers from two teams, one of which was the Bengals according to his agent. Don Henderson said his client was receptive to the Bengals, but decided that it was best not to kick this weekend ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-11-18T04:42:26Z)

Hasselbeck will protect broken wrist with bulky brace

Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck can't tie his shoes, but he can still play quarterback. The veteran will play, despite a broken bone in his left (non-throwing) wrist.  It's a four-to-six-week injury that Hasselbeck suffered on Sunday in a victory ... (Source: NBC Sports 2010-11-19T01:49:27Z)

BSE Sensex rises; SKS, Reliance Comm slide

BANGALORE (Reuters) - The BSE Sensex eked out modest gains in choppy trade on Thursday, but financial stocks led by SKS Microfinance( SKSM.BO ) fell on a government crackdown on collection practices by lenders to the poor. Shares in mobile operator ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-11-18T11:08:59Z)

Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday 2010 Deals at Best Buy, Kmart and Sears

You won't need to wait for Black Friday for incredible holiday shopping bargains as Sears and Kmart both will have door buster deals to try to lure shoppers into the store on Thanksgiving Day. Sears is open from 7 am to 12 noon and has several specials ... (Source: National Ledger 2010-11-19T02:53:53Z)

Thursday's NFL briefs: Roger Goodell proud of Michael Vick on and off the field

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says Michael Vick is doing all the right things and he's proud of the way the Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback has turned his life around after serving time in prison for his role in a dogfighting ring. Speaking to the New ... (Source: News-Herald.com 2010-11-19T05:52:50Z)

LPL Investment soars on its 1st day on Nasdaq

Shares of broker-dealer LPL Investment Holdings Inc. climbed in their first day of trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market Thursday. NEW YORK – Shares of broker-dealer LPL Investment Holdings Inc. climbed in their first day of trading on the Nasdaq ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-11-18T19:15:45Z)

Comcast shakeup brings creative core back to NBC

NBC is looking to revitalize its prime-time lineup with the appointment of a cable TV executive who transformed the once-maligned Showtime channel into a worthy rival to HBO. Former Showtime entertainment president Bob Greenblatt was named chairman of NBC ... (Source: Product Design & Development 2010-11-18T19:08:35Z)

Genzyme agrees to sell diagnostics unit for $265m

Genzyme Corp ., a Cambridge biotechnology company, said that it has entered into an asset purchase agreement under which Sekisui Chemical Co. Ltd. will buy Genzyme's Diagnostic products business for $265 million in cash. Sekisui has agreed to offer ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-18T15:19:31Z)

India's Shipping Corp to launch share sale on Nov 30

MUMBAI Nov 18 (Reuters) - State-owned Shipping Corporation of India ( SCI.BO ) said on Thursday it would launch on Nov. 30 a share sale that could raise up to $320 million. The offering will close on Dec. 3 for retail bidders, while the institutional book ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-11-18T13:24:59Z)

Kayak files anticipated IPO, hopes for $50m

Kayak Software Corp., the online travel-information service provider, filed for a long-anticipated initial public offering yesterday, saying it hoped to raise $50 million from the sale of stock. Launched in 2004, Kayak's website enables shoppers to ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-18T23:33:27Z)

Bengals were interested in signing ex-Steeler Reed, agent says

Nothing this weekend, Reed's agent, Don Henderson, told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette . Henderson told the newspaper that three teams contacted him about Reed, and two -- including the AFC North rival Cincinnati Bengals -- made offers. The Bengals ended up ... (Source: NFL 2010-11-18T20:34:29Z)

Vick might give Eagles free agent discount

Two years ago, Michael Vick was a pariah in the NFL. Understandably, no one wanted the PR nightmare that came along with signing an ex-con who'd served time for ostensibly torturing dogs. This makes a ton of sense, provided you buy into the "New Vick ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-11T21:40:03Z)

UPDATE 1-Kayak website operator files for IPO

NEW YORK Nov 17 (Reuters) - The operator of the popular Kayak.com website that aggregates airline, hotel and rental car deals, filed on Wednesday to raise as much as $50 million in an initial public offering. Kayak Software Corp's filing with the U.S ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-17T23:06:00Z)

LPL Investment Holdings Prices IPO At High End Of Expected Range

(RTTNews) - LPL Investment Holdings Inc., parent company of broker-dealer LPL Financial LLC, Wednesday announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 15.66 million shares of its common stock by selling stockholders at $30.00 per share, at the high ... (Source: RTT News 2010-11-18T04:13:48Z)

Swanson family statement

The family of Robert and Kathleen Swanson has asked that my law firm distribute the following statement regarding the recent tragedies in Algona and Humboldt, Iowa: The family of Robert and Kathleen Swanson are deeply saddened with the recent events in ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-18T22:21:52Z)

Sears Loss Widens as U.S. Shoppers Shun Appliances

Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Sears Holdings Corp., the largest U.S. department-store chain, said its third-quarter loss widened as consumers remained cautious amid high levels of unemployment. The net loss was $218 million, or $1.98 a share in the quarter ended ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-18T21:10:17Z)

Sears 3Q loss widens; appliance, clothing sales

NEW YORK — Sears Holdings Corp.'s third-quarter loss nearly doubled, dragged down by weak revenue at its long-suffering Sears chain, hurt by poor sales of appliances and clothing. Business at its Kmart discount stores held up better, but they still saw a ... (Source: Dayton Daily News 2010-11-18T16:59:44Z)

Genzyme plans sale of diagnostic products business to Sekisui Chemical for $265 million

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Biotechnology company Genzyme says it will sell its diagnostic products business to Sekisui Chemical Co. for $265 million. The companies expect to close the deal by the end of the year. Genzyme's business provides raw materials ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-18T13:24:59Z)

Walter Energy offers to acquire Canadian company Western Coal in deal valued at $3.2 billion

NEW YORK (AP) — Walter Energy, a major U.S. coal producer and exporter, says it is seeking to acquire Western Coal Corp. in a deal valued at $3.2 billion in cash. Walter, based in Tampa , Fla., said Thursday it is proposing to acquire outstanding shares ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-18T14:00:47Z)

W.Va. mines part of bid to buy Western Coal

Walter Energy, a major U.S. coal producer and exporter, says it is seeking to acquire Western Coal Corp. in a deal valued at $3.2 billion in cash. The Tampa, Fla.-based Walter said Thursday it is proposing to acquire outstanding shares of the Canadian coal ... (Source: Product Design & Development 2010-11-18T17:14:03Z)

Holiday Shoppers Discover Best Deals With New All-in-One Comparison Shopping, Cash-Back ...

Black Friday is just around the corner and holiday deals are already starting to pop up. All year long, but particularly during the holiday shopping season, consumers are bombarded with offers, deals, coupons and rebates, and keeping the best options ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-11-18T10:40:21Z)

UPDATE 1-Ariba to buy privately held rival for up to $150 mln

Nov 18 (Reuters) - Supply-management software maker Ariba Inc ( ARBA.O ) said it would buy privately held Dutch rival Quadrem in a cash and stock deal worth up to $150 million, to add customers like Alcoa ( AA.N ) and Nestle ( NESN.VX ) to its portfolio ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-11-18T15:41:00Z)

Parents of accused killer of Iowa clerks offer sympathies

Shocked by the cold-blooded slayings of two convenience store clerks in Iowa, the parents of 17-year-old accused killer Michael Richard Swanson issued a statement Thursday expressing sorrow and confusion over their son's alleged crimes. Robert and Kathleen ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-19T03:43:59Z)

Bengals report: Strategy and personnel

The Bengals did talk to Jeff Reed about coming in to replace Mike Nugent at kicker, but Reed has decided to take the weekend off. Aaron Pettrey, who hasn't kicked in an NFL regular-season game, will handle placekicks and kickoffs against the Bills. --DT ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-18T05:11:04Z)

Deals of the Hour / November 18, 2010, 9:42 pm

Ryanair passengers stage sit-in

LIEGE, Belgium — Some 90 irate passengers staged a nearly five-hour sit-in on a Ryanair plane in Belgium early Wednesday, refusing to disembark after their flight was diverted because of fog. Authorities said some spat at airport staff. The passengers ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-11-18T09:57:24Z)

BJ's Wholesale Club Announces Third Quarter Results

NATICK, Mass., Nov 17, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc. ( BJ ) today reported net income of $23.0 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2010. For the third quarter of 2009, the Company reported net income of $17.4 ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-11-17T12:07:26Z)

BJ Wholesale Taps Adviser For Potential Sale (BJ)

Nov 10, 2010 (SmarTrend News Watch via COMTEX) -- BJ's Wholesale ( BJ ) is nearing a deal to bring in an adviser in order to explore strategic alternatives, which includes a potential sale to a private equity firm, reports indicate. The deal could net as ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-11-10T15:57:39Z)

Hertz Rent2Buy Used Cars for Sale Teams With Bank of America to Offer Customers an ...

PARK RIDGE, NJ, Nov 17, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Hertz Rent2Buy, The Hertz Corporation's (NYSE:HTZ) online car sales program has partnered with Bank of America to provide Hertz Rent2Buy customers the option of financing vehicle purchases. "We are ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-11-17T15:35:01Z)

Western Coal Surges on Walter's C$3.3 Billion Offer

Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Western Coal Corp., a Canadian mining producer, surged as much as 51 percent after Walter Energy Corp. offered to buy the company for C$3.3 billion ($3.2 billion) to increase access to the commodity. Western Coal rose C$3.27, or 44 ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-18T19:51:32Z)

Marriot to open Fairfield sites in Brazil

BETHESDA, Md. -- Marriott International Inc. says it is working with PDG Realty to develop 50 Fairfield by Marriott hotels throughout Brazil. The hotels will be designed for energy efficiency, the two companies said Wednesday. They have agreed to make ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-18T14:07:56Z)

Genzyme unit nets $265M

B iotechnology giant Genzyme Corp. said yesterday it will sell its diagnostic products business to Japan's Sekisui Chemical for $265 million, one of three units it designated for sale in a bid to shore up investor confidence. The Genzyme business unit ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-19T05:02:43Z)

Passengers On European Discount Airline Stage Hours-Long Sit-In

We've all had bad flights, but a Ryanair flight today turned truly ugly. The flight from Morocco to Beauvais (near Paris) was diverted to Liege, Belgium because of fog. As the BBC reports, angry passengers staged a sit-in : Roughly 100 passengers on board ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-17T17:29:33Z)

10 Shots Of Espresso In One Drink Equals "Coffee Porn In A Cup"

A New York coffee shop is offering a 20-ounce beverage with 10 shots of espresso billed as "coffee porn in a cup." Tony Fisher, owner of The Pulp & The Bean, said the Dieci, named after the Italian word for 10, went on sale Tuesday after he realized the ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-11-18T17:57:00Z)

10 Shots in a Cup

The Crown Heights coffee shop The Pulp & The Bean is serving a drink, known as "Dieci" (Italian for "10"), that contains 10 shots of expresso in one cup, according to Reuters News Service. Shop owner Tony Fisher, 37, says, "This is for the person ... (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle 2010-11-18T19:58:42Z)

Summary Box: Walter Energy bid for Western Coal

THE PLAYERS: Walter Energy is a major U.S. coal producer and exporter based in Tampa, Fla. Western Coal Corp. is a Canadian coal company. THE OFFER: Walter Energy wants to acquire Western in a deal valued at $3.2 billion in cash. The offer includes ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-18T22:07:33Z)

UPDATE 1-Ariba to buy privately held rival for up to $150 mln

Nov 18 (Reuters) - Supply-management software maker Ariba Inc ( ARBA.O ) said it would buy privately held Dutch rival Quadrem in a cash and stock deal worth up to $150 million, to add customers like Alcoa ( AA.N ) and Nestle ( NESN.VX ) to its portfolio ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-11-18T15:41:00Z)

Hertz and NRG Energy Inc. Sign Agreement to Begin Build-Out of Texas Electric Vehicle ...

PARK RIDGE, NJ--(Marketwire - 11/18/10) - The Hertz Corporation (NYSE: HTZ - News ) has partnered with NRG Energy Inc. (NYSE: NRG - News ) to support development of a charging infrastructure and services for electric vehicles (EV) in Texas. As part of the ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-18T13:53:37Z)

Marriott in Brazilian green hotel agreement

Marriott International is to partner PDG Realty in the development of 50 Fairfield by Marriott hotels throughout Brazil. The companies plan to build 50 such properties in the South American state - at sites yet to be announced - with each being built with ... (Source: Leisure Opportunities 2010-11-18T16:23:57Z)

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sale of Equity Securities, Fin

Item 1.01. Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. Overview of Acquisition. On November 18, 2010, Ariba, Inc. ("Ariba"), Quadrem International Holdings, Ltd ("Quadrem") and Charlotte, Ltd., as stockholders' representative, entered into a Stock Purchase ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-18T12:34:53Z)

Better Business Bureau makes changes: The Real Deal

East Syracuse (WSYR-TV/AP) - After allegations it accepted money in exchange for giving businesses a better grade, the Better Business Bureau is making some changes to how it rates companies and charities nationwide. Connecticut Attorney General Richard ... (Source: NewsChannel 9 WSYR 2010-11-18T22:00:23Z)

Holiday Shoppers Discover Best Deals With New All-in-One Comparison Shopping, Cash-Back ...

Black Friday is just around the corner and holiday deals are already starting to pop up. All year long, but particularly during the holiday shopping season, consumers are bombarded with offers, deals, coupons and rebates, and keeping the best options ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-11-18T10:40:21Z)

Better Business Bureau changes ratings system

The Better Business Bureau says it's abandoning a rating system that awarded rating points simply because a business was accredited. The Arlington, Va., group was criticized by Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal for the system that he called ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-18T20:27:20Z)

10-Shot Espresso Cup Drink Dubbed 'Porn In A Cup'

A Brooklyn coffee shop began offering a new espresso drink Tuesday which contains 10 shots of espresso in a single 20 oz. cup. This new drink, dubbed 'Porn in a Cup' is not for everyone, that's for sure. Tony Fisher, 37, owns The Pulp & The Bean in ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-18T20:55:58Z)

Connect by Hertz Enrolls at 16 Universities This Fall

PARK RIDGE, NJ -- (Marketwire) -- 11/18/10 -- A year and a half ago, Connect by Hertz, The Hertz's Corporation's (NYSE: HTZ) global car sharing club, cruised onto college campuses and it's been expanding every since. Now in its "sophomore" year, Connect is ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-11-18T20:48:48Z)

Genzyme plans sale of diagnostic products business to Sekisui Chemical for $265 million

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Biotechnology company Genzyme says it will sell its diagnostic products business to Sekisui Chemical Co. for $265 million. The companies expect to close the deal by the end of the year. Genzyme's business provides raw materials ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-18T13:24:59Z)

Walter Energy offers to acquire Canadian company Western Coal in deal valued at $3.2 billion

NEW YORK (AP) — Walter Energy, a major U.S. coal producer and exporter, says it is seeking to acquire Western Coal Corp. in a deal valued at $3.2 billion in cash. Walter, based in Tampa , Fla., said Thursday it is proposing to acquire outstanding shares ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-18T14:00:47Z)

Ryanair Passengers Stage Sit-In; Crew, Pilots Leave Them on Plane

Liege, Belgium (AHN) - Nearly 100 angry passengers staged a sit-in on their Ryanair flight on Wednesday after it was diverted to Belgium. The irate passengers demanded that they be taken home. Most of the passengers on board the discount airliner were ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-11-17T21:18:37Z)

Jets offer to fly eight-year-old to game after being injured by Browns fan

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. - The New York Jets have offered to host an eight-year-old fan and his family for a home game after he was allegedly tackled by a drunken Browns fan following Sunday's game in Cleveland. Matt Higgins, the Jets' executive vice-president ... (Source: Winnipeg Free Press 2010-11-18T19:51:32Z)

Genzyme to sell diagnostic unit to Japan's Sekisui

TOKYO (Reuters) - U.S. biotechnology company Genzyme Corp( GENZ.O ) will sell its diagnostics business to Japan's Sekisui Chemical( 4204.T ) for $265 million, one of three units it designated for sale in a bid to shore up investor confidence. The deal ... (Source: Reuters India 2010-11-18T17:28:22Z)

Brazil's PDG Gains on Quarterly Profit, Marriott Deal

PDG Realty SA Empreendimentos & Participacoes , Brazil's third-biggest homebuilder, gained in Sao Paulo after reporting higher-than-forecast profit and agreeing to build hotels with Marriott International Inc. PDG rose 1.7 percent to 10.53 reais at the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-11-17T18:55:27Z)

BJ's near hiring adviser for possible sale: report

CHICAGO (Reuters) – BJ's Wholesale Club Inc (BJ.N) is close to hiring an adviser to explore strategic alternatives, including a possible sale to a private equity firm, the New York Post said on Wednesday, citing a source close to the retailer. BJ's ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-11T06:52:26Z)

New York Jets offer to host boy who allegedly was tackled by Browns fan

The New York Jets have offered to host an 8-year-old fan and his family for a home game after he allegedly was tackled by a drunken Browns fan following Sunday's game in Cleveland. Matt Higgins , the Jets' executive vice president for business operations ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-19T02:10:56Z)

Jets want to host boy tackled by fan; Browns offer help

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- The New York Jets have offered to host an 8-year-old fan and his family for a home game after he was allegedly tackled by a drunken Browns fan following Sunday's game in Cleveland. Matt Higgins, the Jets' executive vice president for ... (Source: NFL 2010-11-18T21:24:36Z)

BBB changes ratings system

The Better Business Bureau says it's abandoning a rating system that awarded rating points simply because a business was accredited. The Arlington, Va., group was criticized by Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal for the system that he called ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-11-19T04:26:56Z)

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