Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 10:47 pm

Albany Library plans book sale to support services

The Friends of the Albany Library Used Book Sale will be during regular library hours June 21-24. Hours are noon-8 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, noon-5 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Money raised from the ... (Source: St. Cloud Times 2011-06-13T05:23:16Z)

Pirates Notebook: Catcher from Red Sox acquired in trade

And then he went out and traded for a catcher. The Pirates worked out a deal with the Boston Red Sox for catcher Mike McKenry for a player to be named later or cash considerations. To make room on the 40-man roster, the Pirates designated Wyatt Toregas for assignment. (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2011-06-13T04:54:38Z)

This is Why Video Games Are Dying

But real life will force itself upon us, as we increasingly deal with marriage, raising children, taking care of aging parents, burying grandparents. We have to seriously focus our free money on our homes, our retirement, our health care (thanks to the USA ... (Source: Gamasutra 2011-06-13T04:40:19Z)

Hyde5: Five keys to Game 6 of the NBA Finals

That's why the Heat blowing the second game in this series was such a big deal. Now the question is if Dallas has another similar game in them. Sometimes, it's just as simple as shots going in or not. 5. Is Dallas' age ever going to show? Rick Carlisle ... (Source: Weblogs.sun-sentinel.com 2011-06-12T20:04:56Z)

China Cracks Down on Local Officials in Wake of Riots, Bombings

Photographs purporting to show Ran's beaten body circulated on the Internet, and his family claimed he had been punished because of earlier allegations of corruption against senior officials over a land deal ... crackdown on the sale of illegal goods ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-06-13T05:23:16Z)

China Cracks Down in Wake of Riots, Bombings

Photographs purporting to show Ran's beaten body circulated on the Internet, and his family claimed he had been punished because of earlier allegations of corruption against senior officials over a land deal ... crackdown on the sale of illegal goods ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-13T05:16:07Z)

Gators baseball regroups, advance to College World Series

On Saturday Florida lost 4-3 to the Bulldogs in the bottom of the ninth on a walk-off home run by Nick Vickerson that evened the best-of-three series at a win each. "Everything was lined up for this team to lose today," O'Sullivan said. "We were coming ... (Source: News-Press 2011-06-13T05:01:48Z)

Not just Dirk; team effort lifts Mavericks to 1st NBA title

And when it's over, then the league's uncertainty will truly begin. Labor strife likely awaits, and although more talks geared toward movement on a new deal are scheduled for this week, both owners and players are bracing for a lockout to begin once the ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2011-06-13T04:40:19Z)

Florida beats Mississippi State 8-6 to reach CWS

Mississippi State's Nick Vickerson drove in four runs on a three-run home run and an RBI single, which was part of a three-run seventh inning that put the Bulldogs (38-25) ahead 6-4. After a pair of walks and a sacrifice bunt, Tucker hit a 3-1 pitch over ... (Source: AP - NBC Sports 2011-06-12T20:12:05Z)

Asian Stocks Decline on Concern Global Recovery Is Slowing; Toyota Drops

To contact the reporters on this story: Anna Kitanaka in Tokyo at akitanaka@bloomberg.net ; Norie Kuboyama in Tokyo at nkuboyama@bloomberg.net . To contact the editor responsible for this story: Nick Gentle at ngentle2@bloomberg.net (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-13T04:47:29Z)

Red Sox deal minor-league catcher Mike McKenry to the Pirates

The Boston Red Sox announced late Sunday night that they completed a trade that sent minor-league catcher Mike McKenry to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations. The 26-year-old was acquired from the ... (Source: Union-News & Sunday Republican 2011-06-13T04:47:29Z)

Symphony's tribute to Jackson a `Thriller'

Dressed in a black shirt with sequins, black pants, white socks and dark shades, Delisco and the orchestra conducted by Brent Havens, a rhythm section and two backing singers opened the evening in winning fashion with "Don't Stop Til You Get Enough" and ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-06-13T04:47:29Z)

NBC gambles $4.4B on Olympics

For the 2014 and 2016 games, it's paying about the same as it has been. For the final two games in the deal, NBC is paying just 19 percent more. Morgan Stanley analyst Benjamin Swinburne called NBC's deal an "Olympic win at the right price." He said NBC ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-06-13T05:01:48Z)

Hired Trucks to homicide: Much that Daley faced in 2004 took years to surface

City officials say the mayor's son had no involvement in the deal. But nine months later, Concourse will be sold for $45 million, and Patrick Daley got $708,999 from the sale, the Sun-Times ... Oct. 9 , 2004 — Nick LoCoco, a retired city employee ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2011-06-13T05:08:57Z)

Big D: Mavericks top Heat 105-95 for NBA title

And when it's over, then the league's uncertainty will truly begin. Labor strife likely awaits, and although more talks geared toward movement on a new deal are scheduled for this week, both owners and players are bracing for a lockout to begin once the ... (Source: Dayton Daily News 2011-06-13T04:54:38Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 8:45 pm

Never mind her belly, What's in Huma's head?

Let's hope Weiner resigns quietly and lets his poor pregnant wife deal with his arrested development. He needs to receive psychiatric help, not represent the people of New York. Santa Barbara, Calif. With his wife pregnant, Weiner is in the midst of a ... (Source: New York Post 2011-06-13T03:21:35Z)

Snook harvest season coming to Atlantic

Current regulations include summer and winter closed harvest seasons, a one-fish bag limit during open seasons, restrictive slot-size limits and a prohibition on the sale of snook. The commission thinks these measures helped ensure snook abundance was ... (Source: Florida Today 2011-06-13T03:07:16Z)

The End of a Surprisingly Good Political Career

He foresaw that Republicans could win congressional races in the small-town South and worked hard to prove it, losing first in the Watergate year and then in 1976, when Jimmy Carter swept Georgia, before he beat a conservative Democrat in 1978. I remember ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2011-06-13T02:24:19Z)

Obama Campaign Already Hard at Work in Virginia

Not since Jimmy Carter in 1976 was a Democratic nominee able to carry the Tar Heel state, which helps explain the Obama campaign's attraction to Charlotte, the site of next year's Democratic National Convention. On Monday, the president travels to Raleigh ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2011-06-13T02:24:19Z)

Fighting pair of  dino skeletons goes for $2.75 million

"We came back for a second look and with better cameras." While some specimens were being offered for re-sale, the allosaurus and stegosaurus were on the market for the first time. Paleontologist Henry Galiano, whose company unearthed the allosaurus and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-13T02:02:51Z)

Look! Up in the air!

But how does it compare to landing a screaming jet by dark of night on a 500-foot strip atop a moving aircraft carrier -- when there's no room for error? Such landings are nearly miraculous. And yet they're only a modest testament to the skills and bravery ... (Source: New York Post 2011-06-13T03:14:25Z)

Affected cattle industry farmers to tap $5-M contringency fund

Spokesman John Carter says Meat and Livestock Australia must be held accountable for costing graziers millions of dollars. "There is certainly discussion about a class action with regard to the loss of income which has occurred because of MLA's ... (Source: Int'l Business Times 2011-06-13T02:24:19Z)

Mark Cuban: Biggest Fan in NBA Gets His Wish to Own a Championship Team

Mark Cuban, for all his shenanigans, has been a true class act for this series. This rang true as Cuban made way for Donald Carter, the original owner of the Mavericks, to receive the trophy before anyone else. As the Heat and Mavericks bantered between ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-06-13T03:21:35Z)

Mark Cuban Wins His First NBA Title

In victory, he showed immense class. At Cuban's request, NBA Commissioner David Stern awarded the trophy to the Mavericks former owner Don Carter, who wears a cowboy hat to games. When Cuban, who was beaming and glistening with sweat, was asked about the ... (Source: Forbes (blog) 2011-06-13T03:28:44Z)

Too early to know West Nile risk

When venturing outside, it's advisable to wear long-sleeved clothing and long pants. Light-colored clothing seems to attract fewer mosquitoes than dark-colored clothing, Cortinas said. Mosquito repellents help prevent mosquito bites, too. Ogg said the U.S ... (Source: Lincoln Journal Star 2011-06-13T03:21:35Z)

PRESS DIGEST - Financial Times - June 13

here #axzz1P63DVKnT UNILEVER CHIEF SHUNS DEALS IN DRIVE FOR GROWTH Unilever's ( ULVR.L ) chief executive Paul Polman has promised annual organic growth targets of 7 to 8 percent in a prediction the consumers goods giant would not need acquisitions to meet ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-13T03:28:44Z)

Weiner's Style Has Always Put His Name First

Late last year, Weiner also rallied progressives against the tax deal President Barack Obama cut with House Republicans. Doing so put him at odds with Democratic leaders who stood behind the president. The New York Democrat ultimately deferred to Obama's ... (Source: Roll Call Online 2011-06-12T20:19:15Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 6:43 pm

Dodgers: Rare Power Surge Hitting LA Dodgers Is More Than Welcomed

He has been the lone bright spot on an otherwise forgetful year. The Dodgers have had to deal with a great many blemished on the year, and only some of them have to do with anything taking place on the field. One can take the injuries and AAA-type talent ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-06-13T01:19:54Z)

Florida Homers Its Way Past Mississippi State and Back to Omaha

Mississippi State (38-25) scored six runs after falling behind 4-0. Nick Vickerson drove in four of those runs, three on a home run in the fourth inning and another on a single in the seventh that tied the game at 4-4. Bret Brownlee put the Bulldogs ahead ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-13T01:12:44Z)

Pandora's box of rising music costs

That Pandora is consistently paying about half its revenue in license fees, or nearly double the 25% figure that was part of the agreement, provides a pretty clear indication of which party got a better deal. What's worse for Pandora (and, soon ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2011-06-13T00:44:06Z)

CIA chief makes no headway in Pak, leaves abruptly

ISLAMABAD: CIA chief Leon Panetta has left Pakistan without reaching a deal on resetting the troubled relationship with ISI during meetings with the country's top military leaders. Panetta, who arrived on an unscheduled visit on Friday , did not meet ... (Source: Times of India 2011-06-13T00:15:28Z)

Transatlantic Combines With Allied to Add Business Outside U.S.

will be president and CEO of the combined company and Orlich will retire once the deal is completed, according to the statement. To contact the reporter on this story: Peter Eichenbaum in New York at peichenbaum@bloomberg.net To contact the editor ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-13T00:58:25Z)

Early exit for Matusz in Orioles' 9-6 loss to Rays

The Orioles loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the seventh, but managed just two runs on RBI groundouts from Jones and Nick Markakis. Longoria then hit just the third inside-the-park homer in Camden Yards history in the eighth inning. (Source: Herald-Mail 2011-06-13T01:27:03Z)

Asian Stocks Decline on Concern Global Recovery Is Slowing; Toyota Drops

To contact the reporters on this story: Anna Kitanaka in Tokyo at akitanaka@bloomberg.net ; Satoshi Kawano in Tokyo at skawano1@bloomberg.net . To contact the editor responsible for this story: Nick Gentle at ngentle2@bloomberg.net (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-13T00:58:25Z)

Orioles' Matusz lasts only 1 1/3 innings in loss

The Orioles loaded the bases with no outs in the bottom of the seventh, but managed just two runs on RBI groundouts from Jones and Nick Markakis. Longoria then hit just the third inside-the-park homer in Camden Yards history in the eighth inning. (Source: Bellingham Herald 2011-06-13T00:51:16Z)

Gators advance to Omaha with win over Mississippi State

Mississippi State (38-25) scored six runs after falling behind 4-0. Nick Vickerson drove in four of those runs, three on a home run in the fourth inning and another on a single in the seventh that tied the game at 4-4. Bret Brownlee but the Bulldogs ahead ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2011-06-13T00:44:06Z)

Contract scam: How Bankole's security aide gave him away

14 of 2007 and punishable under section 58(5) of the same Act. Some of the alleged illicit deals that formed the conduit pipes through which the said monies were pilfered by the accused person, includes the purchase of 400 units of 40-inch Samsung (LNS. (Source: Vanguard 2011-06-13T01:19:54Z)

Tucker leads UF to Omaha

But Mississippi State answered back as star second baseman Nick Vickerson ignited the Bulldogs' offense with a three-run blast in the fourth. MSU then rallied with two outs in the top of the seventh to score three more runs and go ahead 6-4. (Source: Miami Herald 2011-06-13T01:05:35Z)

My father as a person - The Deal with the Gun

There is something though that I learned about after his death though that I now find very troubling yet humanizing. It was this deal about the gun. Now we lived in a big hunting family, one of my older brothers even raised and trained rabbit dogs. (Source: Salon 2011-06-13T01:12:44Z)

'Emerging biz in India on track for building leadership talent'

In India, he said, the growth is faster than the supply of human capital to fill in leadership positions. "To deal with such a situation, in India, companies should make sure that the talent pool is wider and inclusive (in terms of gender, caste ... (Source: Economic Times 2011-06-13T00:15:28Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 4:43 pm

Local talent, global expertise

The schools do offer mentoring and coaching, although the Dubai government also uses local coaching agencies. Mentoring and coaching are an acknowledgement that a spell in the classroom will not provide a complete career package. "We need to shape skills ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-12T23:11:03Z)

UPDATE 3-ADCB plans to sell RHB stake to Abu Dhabi fund

the bank received approval from Bank Negra (the Malaysian central bank) to enter into negotiations with Aabar Investments regarding a potential sale transaction," ADCB said in a bourse statement on Sunday. A sale to Aabar, which had expressed early ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-12T12:12:29Z)

How much was 'Super 8' influenced by 1980s films? J.J. Abrams and the stars weigh in [Video]

"I tried not to deal with the kids from the outside in and sort of tell them about other movies as much as sort of focus on who these characters were and what that story was," he explained. "They already came on, honestly, fans of movies like 'The ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-12T23:18:12Z)

Duncan working on 'plan B' for US schools

Nathan Deal. But some observers say Duncan's plan might backfire with Congress because waivers aren't popular with lawmakers who want more accountability for schools. "I don't get all the drama. It almost has the feel of a threat to Congress," said Sandy ... (Source: Savannah Morning News 2011-06-12T11:51:00Z)

Five ETF Strategies For A Sideways Market

While most VIX ETPs offer long exposure to various indexes ... the portfolio consists of a long position in the index (i.e., the S&P 500) and the sale of a series of call options on the same benchmark (in the case of PBP, a series of at- or slightly ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-12T23:11:03Z)

Obama May Ease No Child Left Behind Law to Avoid 'Train Wreck'

June 12 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama's administration said it would offer states relief from the nation's main public-education law if Congress fails to enact changes by the start of the school year. States may avoid requirements of the No ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-06-12T11:00:54Z)

UConn Is Making a Name for Itself in Baseball

That whole deal. You can't give your dad and mom a hug ... In addition to Springer, pitcher Matt Barnes was taken in the first round by Boston, and shortstop Nick Ahmed was picked in the second round by Atlanta, giving the Huskies three picks in ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-12T22:49:34Z)

Bank of England Googles to track latest trends

"Internet search data have the potential to be useful for economic policymaking," Nick McLaren and Rachana Shanbhogue wrote in an article for the Bank's quarterly bulletin. "Monitoring current economic activity closely is an important aspect of ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-12T23:32:31Z)

'Super 8' Opens to Solid $38M at the Weekend Box Office

Here's how the top 10 finished. Report continues below chart: Only one other movie opened wide this weekend, with Relativity's youth-targeted "Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer" – distributed under service deal – hitting pre-release forecasts ... (Source: TheWrap 2011-06-12T23:25:22Z)

UPDATE 1-Prada IPO five times subscribed - source

HONG KONG, June 12(Reuters) - Italian fashion house Prada, which is seeking to raise up to $2.6 billion through a Hong Kong IPO, has generated five times demand for its offer, a source familiar ... pulling its $3.6 billion sale. "We are not worried at ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-12T11:00:54Z)

Prada's Hong Kong Initial Offering May Raise Up to $2.6 Billion

The Milan-based luxury-goods company is selling 423.3 million shares and set a price range of HK$36.50 to HK$48 each, according to a prospectus for the sale distributed to reporters in Hong Kong today. Prada's IPO may be double that of Chinese shoe ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-06-12T11:22:22Z)

Several Tulsa County Properties Set To Hit The Auction Block

Tulsa County is selling off about 500 properties whose owners haven't paid back taxes. The County treasurer says this year's sale is almost three times larger than usual. Registration begins Monday morning at 8 a.m. at the Tulsa Convention Center. (Source: News On 6 2011-06-12T22:56:44Z)

GAIL set to bid for 20% shale gas assets in US co

Nicknamed 'Project Gold' , the deal is estimated to cost some $400-500 million, persons familiar with the negotiations said. TOI is not identifying the US company to avoid any adverse impact on the deal in view of the strict confidentiality clause in the US. (Source: Times of India 2011-06-12T23:18:12Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 2:44 pm

Leaders face NHS reforms showdown

David Cameron and Nick Clegg are preparing for a showdown with disgruntled backbenchers about NHS reforms amid complaints they have been "playing politics" over the package. The Prime Minister and his Liberal Democrat deputy are due to meet their ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-06-12T21:30:50Z)

Earlier Down Syndrome Test Proves Both Comforting And Challenging

"When they first gave him to me," Witkowski said, "I saw tiny little hands, and he had the most beautiful eyes... He didn't have `Down syndrome' stamped on his forehead. He cried and he peed and he pooped. He was a baby." (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-12T20:40:43Z)

The question of prenatal Down's testing

"When they first gave him to me," Witkowski said, "I saw tiny little hands, and he had the most beautiful eyes... He didn't have 'Down syndrome' stamped on his forehead. He cried and he peed and he pooped. He was a baby." (Source: WISH-TV 2011-06-12T20:04:56Z)

Volcanic ash strands 30,000 in Australia, NZ

Other carriers including Virgin Australia and discount airlines Jetstar and Tiger similarly suspended flights. Up to 30,000 passengers in New Zealand and Australia found themselves stuck, according to airlines' estimates. Sunday afternoon, frustrated ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-12T11:00:54Z)

Hawaii rules best beaches list

Kapalua, Maui, 1991. The first "best beach" is still one of the islands' best, though the development of hotel and condo units on the hill over the palm-fringed beach has stolen a large measure of its beautiful setting. Unfortunately, few humans are ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-12T21:16:31Z)

Huge Arizona Wildfire Spreads as Health Conditions Worsen

Health officials warned residents as far away as Albuquerque and Santa Fe about potential respiratory hazards, noting sensitive groups such as those with asthma, lung or heart disease, children, pregnant women and seniors should take extra precautions. (Source: FOX News 2011-06-12T20:33:34Z)

Clegg savours success on NHS reform

Nick Clegg, deputy prime minister, will tell Liberal Democrat MPs on Monday to savour victory in their fight to rewrite the coalition's health policy but warn them against taking it as a signal to unpick unpopular policies across the board. Mr Clegg has ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-12T20:19:15Z)

At the Tonys, 'Book of Mormon' favored to win big

Other appearances will come from the cast of last year's Tony-winning musical "Memphis," the cast of "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" with Nick Adams, Tony Sheldon and Will Swenson, and a song by Reeve Carney and Jennifer Damiano from the trouble-plagued ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2011-06-12T20:55:02Z)

Damon, Longoria lead Rays to 9-6 win over Orioles

In the Baltimore half, after singles by Ryan Adams and Craig Tatum chased Davis, Nick Markakis and Jones hit run-scoring groundouts to get the Orioles to 7-5. NOTES: Reynolds left in the seventh with a bruised forearm after being struck with a ball hit by ... (Source: Bay News 9 2011-06-12T21:23:40Z)

Here's who should bring home a Tony, Broadway's biggest honor

with the Hat" by Stephen Adly Guirgis; and "War Horse" by Nick Stafford. While all of these were good ... Bill Steinkellner and Douglas Carter Beane. "The Book of Mormon" wins again. (Source: Asbury Park Press 2011-06-12T20:19:15Z)

Fire evacuation order lifted on 2 large Arizona towns as threat from huge blaze wanes

Officials were still warning residents in the re-opened mountain towns, and as far away as Albuquerque and Santa Fe, of severe air quality issues from the smoke. At one point over the weekend in eastern Arizona, levels of tiny, sooty particles in the air ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2011-06-12T21:02:12Z)

Bellin Run gets off to fast start; Kenny Chesney and Co. finish historical day

"It's a historical night being able to play music on this field for all you beautiful people," Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band told a crowd of cheering fans in cowboy hats as the Goin' Coastal Tour brought heat to the Green Bay area on a day filled ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2011-06-12T20:40:43Z)

Clegg hails party over NHS reforms

Nick Clegg has risked inflaming coalition tensions by claiming victory for the Liberal Democrats in the spat over NHS reforms. The Deputy Prime Minister will tell his party next week that he ensured their "voice was heard" and the new package is a "job ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-06-12T11:43:51Z)

Hyundai Heavy Shareholder Losses Increase on Chaebol: Real M&A

The offer was higher than some investors anticipated, causing the group companies to decline. Korea Discount Hyundai Merchant Marine of Seoul and Icheon-based Hyundai Elevator, two of Hyundai Group's publicly traded units, tumbled by 15 percent on Nov. 16. (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-06-12T20:12:05Z)

Tony Awards at Beacon Theatre Tonight

Other appearances will come from John Leguizamo, the cast of last year's Tony-winning musical "Memphis," and the cast of "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" with Nick Adams, Tony Sheldon and Will Swenson. The Tonys will also reassemble the all-star cast of the ... (Source: NBC New York 2011-06-12T20:55:02Z)

Lady Gaga sings at Rome gay pride rally

The billionaire media mogul triggered outrage from gay rights groups last fall when he contended during a public appearance that it was "better to be passionate about a beautiful girl than a gay." Berlusconi's equal opportunity minister, a woman ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2011-06-12T12:48:16Z)

Lady Gaga sings 'Born This Way' at Rome gay rally

The billionaire media mogul triggered outrage from gay rights groups last fall when he contended during a public appearance that it was "better to be passionate about a beautiful girl than a gay." Berlusconi's equal opportunity minister, a woman ... (Source: Beaver County Times 2011-06-12T21:23:40Z)

Fire evacuation order on 2 Arizona towns lifted

Meanwhile, officials were still warning residents in the mountain towns, and as far away as Albuquerque and Santa Fe, of severe air quality issues from the smoke. "Just because you can't see the fire doesn't mean there isn't an effect from the smoke ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2011-06-12T21:02:12Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 12:46 pm

Plot registration may cost more

The rate is being revised to levy proportional stamp duty for sale and purchase of plots on market rates ... then stamp duty will be levied on the rate on which the deal is signed. (Source: Hindustan Times 2011-06-12T18:31:52Z)

Russian fugitive buys 20 percent of Israeli daily

The deal leaves the paper's founding Schocken family with a 60 percent share. Germany's DuMont Schauberg publishing company holds the remaining equity. Haaretz said Sunday that the cash injection would let it invest in unspecified "new technological opportunities." (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-12T06:28:53Z)

Bid to block Toronto exchange merger gathers steam

"The participation of Desjardins, Dundee, GMP and Manulife is another clear indication that our offer for TMX Group is superior to the LSE takeover plan, and that our vision for an integrated exchange provides a better way forward for Canada's capital ... (Source: France 24 2011-06-12T18:53:21Z)

U.S. troops leaving Saddam's palaces in Iraq

Saddam was thinking "Versailles," but the materials he bought were more half-price sale at Home Depot. At Al Faw the banisters are gypsum, not marble. The Arabic script on the walls looks like gold but it is really brass. The largest building in the ... (Source: Marine Corp Times 2011-06-12T19:07:40Z)

U.S. may waive some education mandates for states

Duncan did not offer specifics on potential reforms. But he said he was interested in an increased emphasis on student improvement on standardized test scores, among other things. The administration has also advocated for districts to use student ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-12T19:36:18Z)

Maple Group adds four new partners to TMX bid

TORONTO (Reuters) - Four more financial institutions have joined Maple Group Acquisition Corp's plan to mount a hostile bid for the TMX Group (Toronto: X.TO - News ) and top a friendly offer from the ... vote on the TMX-LSE deal on June 30. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-12T19:14:49Z)

Montana man builds 30 years of quadriplegic gaming

Factory construction of the controller would be cost prohibitive, over $1000 each, he said. Other products don't offer near the same functionality and they come at a much higher price. There looks to be no comparable substitute available in the near future. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-12T19:21:59Z)

Edwards hampered by valve issue

"It is just one of those things. Sometimes things break. The good news is that we haven't had to deal with this very much with this FR9 engine. (Engine builder) Doug Yates and those guys have done such a good job with this engine that I don't end up ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-06-12T19:14:49Z)

Tea party advocate makes run for control of GOP

The 2012 election cycle is a big one. Both parties are already putting a great deal of effort into the Rehberg-Tester matchup. Rehberg will rally the GOP faithful to his campaign to help volunteer, such as by taking a role on a phone bank fundraising ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2011-06-12T19:14:49Z)

Brasil Foods Willing to Sell 15% of Capacity, Folha Reports

Carlos Ragazzo, one of five antitrust commissioners who will decide on the matter, recommended the agency block the deal last week. Officials at Brasil Foods weren't immediately available for comment when contacted by Bloomberg News. To contact the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-12T18:53:21Z)

NR Agarwal Industries appears to be an undervalued paper company

It could get re-rated in line with other paper firms following the AP Paper deal. NRAL is the largest producer of coated duplex board in the western region and is second only to ITC in India. Almost all leading FMCG and pharma companies are its clients. (Source: Economic Times 2011-06-12T19:36:18Z)

Shedd Offers Free Admission

Your free ticket will only get you into the Shedd's original galleries, but there's a discount for the Shedd Pass, which will get you into the rest of the aquarium for $20.95 for grown-ups, $13.95 for kids. You'll still need to buy a $3 or $4 ticket to see ... (Source: NBC Chicago 2011-06-12T18:53:21Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 10:44 am

Casey Anthony's trial is one hot ticket

No. 13, who spells her name Joe.C Castillo, dialed 911 as more people protested and more heated words were exchanged. Castillo, a dark-haired woman with a strong New York accent, also was behind the fundraiser for the woman whose car was towed. (Source: CNN 2011-06-12T06:43:12Z)

Canucks can end Canada's 18-year Stanley Cup drought

MONTREAL (AP) -- The last time a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup - the Montreal Canadiens in 1993 - it was no big deal. Well, it was a really big deal if you were a fan of the Canadiens, who surprisingly reached the final and then dispatched Wayne ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2011-06-12T17:13:08Z)

Cicada ice cream sales come to end in Columbia, SC

"We advised against it." The first batch of the ice cream was so popular store employees didn't even have a chance to put the product in a display case before eager customers scooped it up the night before its official on-sale date. Customers hoping for a ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-12T17:41:46Z)

First photos of Giffords released since shooting

State Sen. Linda Lopez said Giffords looks beautiful. "Wow! I saw her at the very end of March, and even then, Gabby was all there, her smile, her personality. And she looks even better now," Lopez commented on Facebook. "I think people are going to be ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-12T17:13:08Z)

Russian fugitive buys 20 percent of Israeli daily

The deal leaves the paper's founding Schocken family with a 60 percent share. Germany's DuMont Schauberg publishing company holds the remaining equity. Haaretz said Sunday that the cash injection would let it invest in unspecified "new technological opportunities." (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-12T06:28:53Z)

First photos of Gabrielle Giffords show congresswoman smiling, few signs of gunshot wound

Or they should acknowledge that she's incapable of doing so right now, he said. State Sen. Linda Lopez said Giffords looks beautiful. "Wow! I saw her at the very end of March, and even then, Gabby was all there, her smile, her personality," Lopez commented on Facebook. (Source: INFORUM 2011-06-12T17:05:58Z)

Redknapp: Modric not going anywhere

Redknapp, though, maintains Spurs cannot afford to let Modric move on this summer. "If clubs the size of Manchester United and Chelsea are prepared to offer him Champions League football and massive wages, you would have to be very naive to think it wouldn ... (Source: espnstar.com 2011-06-12T17:27:27Z)

Greek Default Would Not Destabilize the Euro, Bundesbank's Weidmann Says

European governments and the IMF would lend as much as an extra 45 billion euros to Greece under a new bailout plan that also includes roughly 30 billion euros in asset-sale proceeds and about 30 billion euros in rollovers by creditors, two people with ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-12T17:05:58Z)

Bill O'Reilly, Glenn Beck coming to Turning Stone

VERONA - Bill O'Reilly and Glenn Beck will appear onstage at the Turning Stone Event Center on Friday, July 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, June 10 at 10 a.m. O'Reilly presides over the No Spin Zone each weeknight on Fox News Channel ... (Source: Oneida Dispatch 2011-06-12T17:20:17Z)

Four More Canadian Financial Firms Join Maple Group Bid To Buy TMX Group

Meanwhile, Maple Group, comprising Canadian pension funds and banks, came up with a superior offer of C$3.6 billion to acquire TMX. Nevertheless, TMX Group rejected Maple's bid as being superior, and alleged that the offer lacked information and involved ... (Source: RTT News 2011-06-12T16:58:49Z)

What Baby Boomers Do Best (And How You Can Prosper After 50)

Let's look closely at the value of these contributors, and how best to deploy them. What, precisely, does this generation have to offer at this stage of life? What are employers and customers looking for that ripened men and women are best able to deliver? (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-12T17:20:17Z)

UPDATE 1-Maple Group adds partners to TMX group bid

Hopes to top friendly offer from London Exchange (Adds details) Maple Group, which takes its name from Canada's patriotic maple leaf symbol, says their offer is financially superior to the C$3.5 billion bid from the London Exchange and will keep ownership ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-12T17:27:27Z)

Maple Group's Rival Offer for TMX Adds Four Companies, Including Manulife

Desjardins Financial Group, Dundee Capital Markets Inc., GMP Capital Inc. and Manulife Financial Corp. joined a group of Canadian banks and pension funds seeking to buy Toronto Stock Exchange owner TMX Group Inc. in a proposal to rival a takeover by the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-12T17:13:08Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 12, 2011, 6:45 am

Fugitive Russian oil baron buys 20 percent of dovish Israeli daily

The deal leaves the paper's founding Schocken family with a 60 percent share. Germany's DuMont Schauberg publishing company holds the remaining equity. Haaretz said Sunday that the cash injection would let it invest in unspecified "new technological opportunities." (Source: My Fox 8 2011-06-12T12:41:07Z)

Hubbard: GOP ready for more successful sessions

We revamped the budgeting process to ensure future budgets won't force our schools to deal with proration. We saved taxpayers the expense of having to call a Special Session of the Legislature by moving forward with Congressional and State School Board ... (Source: Opelika Auburn News 2011-06-12T12:05:19Z)

Chris Rickert: Time for year-round school in Madison

Besides, we are a hearty sort in Wisconsin, weather-wise. That heartiness is usually tested in the dead of winter, but I'm sure most of us can tap similar reserves to deal with temperatures in the 90s. But after learning of the Madison School District's ... (Source: madison 2011-06-12T13:16:54Z)

Dead fish discovered in Ridley Park Lake

Nick Miccarelli, R-162, of Ridley Park. "There's catfish, carp — you name it," said Miccarelli as he was observing the scene around 10:15 p.m. Saturday. Michael McAdams of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection arrived on the scene ... (Source: Delaware County Daily Times 2011-06-12T12:48:16Z)

Bank capital, swaps dominate financial regulation outlook

CFTC Chairman Gary Gensler will testify on swaps before a U.S. Senate panel on Wednesday, with European Union ambassadors meeting the same day to explore a political deal on swaps. Concerns were spreading last week among policymakers of transatlantic ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-12T13:09:45Z)

Sprint also gave money to groups backing AT&T-T-Mobile merger

Sprint Nextel has been leading the charge in opposing the merger, even filing an official complaint with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to argue , among other things, that the deal would push the industry toward a dangerous duopoly. (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-12T13:24:04Z)

CARLSBAD: State Parks, city agree to negotiate beach transfer

It may take a few years to complete the exchange, but prospects for making such a deal look better than they have in 30 years, city officials said last week. For Carlsbad, the arrangement would allow the relocation of part of Carlsbad Boulevard and give ... (Source: North County Times 2011-06-12T12:19:38Z)

PREVIEW-Bank capital, swaps dominate financial reg outlook

CFTC Chairman Gary Gensler will testify on swaps before a U.S. Senate panel on Wednesday, with European Union ambassadors meeting the same day to explore a political deal on swaps. Concerns were spreading last week among policymakers of trans-Atlantic ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-12T12:55:26Z)

Bienvenue a Montreal: F1 city offers possible road map for 2012 Austin

That's when Montreal balked at paying a Texas-sized $35 million a year to F1. The two sides eventually wound up with a deal that wasn't a party killer. Literally. Montreal residents will come out even in the dead of winter to dance to the electronic music ... (Source: Austin American-Statesman 2011-06-12T12:12:29Z)

AT&T defends T-Mobile acquisition, says no effect on competition

The filing contains AT&T's response to a petition by rival carrier Sprint opposing the $39 billion deal . Sprint alleged in its filing that the acquisition would hurt smaller carriers trying to negotiate for backhaul and roaming agreements. The petition ... (Source: Apple Insider 2011-06-12T01:56:52Z)

Dubai Sets Up $5 Billion Bonds Plan After Yields Sink to Low

The yield was last at 4.76 percent on June 10. "There is likely to be solid demand for such a deal," Chavan Bhogaita, head of the markets strategy group at National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC, said in an e-mail today. "There has been a marked improvement ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-06-12T13:02:35Z)

Our View Our View: With Alabama now in fray, Arizona can change its focus

Let Alabama deal with boycotts and wrestle with the federal government for while. It's time for Arizona to focus on other problems. (Source: East Valley Tribune 2011-06-12T12:05:19Z)

Former Utah Governor Huntsman May Declare, Says Obama Beatable

The debate will take place as the economy has slowed, with job growth at its weakest in May in eight months, and gridlock in Congress, where the two major parties are struggling to reach a debt reduction deal before an Aug. 2 deadline that risks sending ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-06-12T12:55:26Z)

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