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Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 10:48 pm

Pandora Media strikes a chord with investors

The company, based in Oakland, Calif., is now striking deals to supplant traditional radio stations in cars, just as satellite service Sirius XM Radio Inc. already has done. Unlike the subscription-driven Sirius, Pandora gets about 85 percent of its ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-06-16T04:58:14Z)

Arts & Entertainment

Patrick Page, right, Jennifer Damiano and Reeve Carney appear onstage at the curtain call for the opening night performance of the Broadway musical "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" in New York on Tuesday. So Spider-Man's big Broadway support team hunkered ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2011-06-16T04:51:05Z)

Bono's "Spider-Man" musical still weak, critics say

Broadway's most expensive and ridiculed musical, "Spider-Man: Turn off the Dark," suffered another round of crushing reviews on Wednesday, a day after its long-delayed official opening drew celebrities such as former president Bill Clinton and actor Robert De Niro. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-16T05:34:02Z)

Wisconsin state workers to see pay cut in late August

But the legal battle is not yet over. A coalition of unions filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday arguing that the law violated the U.S. Constitution by taking away union rights to bargain, organize and associate and illegally discriminates among classes of ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2011-06-16T04:51:05Z)

Miller on tap at Fenway

Meanwhile, the Red Sox are trying to figure out how to best use their closer. "You're in the dark a little bit," Francona said. "We're still waiting to figure out what to do. You try not to outsmart yourself." Papelbon incurred the suspension ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-16T05:12:33Z)

New Apple Technology Stops iPhones From Filming Live Events

The concept may also allow Apple to reach more favorable terms with record labels when negotiating deals to sell content though its iTunes online store. Apple filed its patent application with U.S. authorities 18 months ago, but details only became ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-16T05:34:02Z)

What might be next for the 'Spider-Man' musical?

NEW YORK (AP) — The reviews are in. So what's next for "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark"? Producers of the once trouble-plagued musical made good on their promise to right the $70-plus million ship, opening the reboot on time and happily watching the once ... (Source: Middletown Press 2011-06-16T05:05:24Z)

Unimpressive Returns for This Year's Tech IPOs

And just two minutes later, the stock fell below $19. The stock continues to hover below $19, but even at $19, the stock would be up an apparent 19 percent from its offer price. Amid profitability concerns, tech IPOs have performed very poorly overall this ... (Source: CNBC 2011-06-15T19:11:16Z)

Pandora shares up in first day of trading

Daily deals site Groupon Inc. has also filed to go public ... "Unless they can continue to increase their subscribers or offer new material, obviously their losses will continue to grow," Sweet said. "I am not optimistic long term with Pandora." (Source: Times-Leader 2011-06-16T04:58:14Z)

To The Point: Michele Bachmann dominates, Tim Pawlenty chickens out

We don't need another Jimmy Carter. Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich reaffirmed himself as an intellectual capable of making well-informed decisions on policy. Although he was justified in defending his earlier comments about Rep. Paul Ryan's ... (Source: LSU Reveille 2011-06-16T04:51:05Z)

GOP Frets as Romney's Tough Talk on Terror Disappears

the biggest disaster would be to let Barack Obama become Ronald Reagan and our people become Jimmy Carter." For his part, the Weekly Standard's Hayes bought the Romney campaign follow up clarifications and reassured himself that Mitt wasn't "Romney ... (Source: DAILY KOS 2011-06-15T18:56:57Z)

Lunar Eclipse Photos June 15: Best Views of the Blood Red Moon

The June 15 lunar eclipse that caught the world's attention, briefly but breathtakingly, flaunted the dark morning sky with a crimson hue adding beauty to what scientists have been regarding a rarity for its unconventionally long procession (1 hour 40 ... (Source: Christian Post 2011-06-16T05:12:33Z)

Nokia C1-01 Mobile Phone with GPRS Technology

The Nokia C1-01 is available in variety of colors: Midnight Blue, Red, Warm Grey and Dark Grey. The exceptional thing is that ... The instant connectivity & messaging features offer you quick and creative means of communication. You can record videos ... (Source: Associated Content 2011-06-16T05:34:02Z)

Democrats OK state budget without GOP

With little doubt over the outcome, legislators avoided the typical long, drawn-out overnight scene of bartering over side deals and clashing over parliamentary procedures. No lawmaker had any reason to bring a pillow, pajamas, playing cards or any of the ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2011-06-16T05:12:33Z)

No shades necessary: Watch the Lunar Eclipse from inside

YouTube is live streaming the event for your viewing pleasure. It doesn't change that quickly, but you can check in every few minutes to see the current dark side of the moon. There's also an Android app for people on the go, but it begs the question ... (Source: CBS News 2011-06-15T19:54:13Z)

Fate unclear for Calif. inmate firefighting crews

Concern over the program's future comes as the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection deals this year with a $31 million budget cut that eliminated 730 seasonal state firefighters, leaving 2,400. That means there will be three firefighters ... (Source: Journal-News 2011-06-16T04:51:05Z)

It might be difficult for Mavs to stay together

Butler is a free agent for the first time, too. Backups Brian Cardinal, DeShawn Stevenson and Peja Stojakovic also might want to see if some team will offer them bigger bucks or a bigger role. Then there's the huge obstacle of not yet knowing what the ... (Source: Times-Leader 2011-06-16T04:58:14Z)

New lawsuit filed against Wisconsin union law

But the legal battle was not yet over. A coalition of unions filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday arguing that the law violated the U.S. Constitution by taking away union rights to bargain, organize and associate and illegally discriminates among classes ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-15T20:44:19Z)

Budget passes with fees, cuts, 'gimmicks'

"The important thing is it's on time," said Assemblywoman Wilmer Amina Carter, D-Rialto. "We've been able to be responsible the way California voters wanted us to be. They wanted us to have an on-time budget. ... We don't have to go through the summer ... (Source: Redlands Daily Facts 2011-06-16T05:05:24Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 8:49 pm

Navy ship that buried bin Laden at sea returns to San Diego

as she watched from San Diego's Harbor Island. "Those guys and girls, they're the real deal. If you don't believe me, ask bin Laden." The ship's 5,500 crew members had been ordered by Navy brass not to discuss the burial with reporters ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-06-16T03:18:01Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 6:42 pm

Crystal Harris on Cover of Playboy as Mrs. Hugh Hefner, Report Says

While there was interest, Crystal didn't get an offer anywhere near half a million." Harris was also rumored to be having an affair with Dr. Phil McGraw's son, Jordan , but her manager, Michael Blakey, said those reports were "absolutely incorrect." (Source: FOX News 2011-06-15T12:51:52Z)

Nation seems to have appetite for Weiner roast

Little Anthony proved so popular that when the bendable New York liberal Democrat went on sale this week, the company's website ... but the apparent popularity of the action figure could offer him hope. If Weiner can just hold on for a few weeks, he ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2011-06-15T14:24:56Z)

Wis. worker groups file suit to block budget bill

The lawsuit contends the bill violates the First and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution by stripping away workers' rights to organize and bargain. Organizations filing the challenge include councils of the American Federation of State, County and ... (Source: WEAU-TV 13 2011-06-16T01:02:01Z)

Dem Leadership Considers Sanctioning Weiner

A strong 60 percent of voters also said they think he should resign, while 25 percent said he should stay in office and 15 percent did not offer an opinion. However polls in Weiner's New York congressional district conducted in the days following his ... (Source: myfoxny.com 2011-06-16T00:40:33Z)

Experts: Weiner's behavior similar to addicts'

Lee said that if the congressman has gone for inpatient treatment, he would likely have to be in a program for 30 days or more, although some facilities offer help in less time. He said Pine Grove Behavioral Health and Addiction Services in Hattiesburg ... (Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal 2011-06-16T00:26:14Z)

Used car buyers may not be told of auto recalls

Even if used car dealers or franchised dealers know of a recall, there is no requirement that they tell prospective buyers or make the repairs before a sale, said the Government Accountability Office study released Wednesday. Nor does the National Highway ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-06-16T01:02:01Z)

UPDATE 1-Japan manuf mood up, heading to pre-quake levels-Reuters Tankan

A recovery in supply chains and production among leading manufacturers such as automakers has progressed faster than initially feared, prompting some companies to project a sales increase this year and offer a surprisingly upbeat outlook. In the Reuters ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-16T00:26:14Z)

No Checks, No Balances: Wisconsin Kangaroo Court Upholds Anti-Union Bill

Four justices, who have allied themselves politically and ideologically with the governor and his conservative Republican allies, constructed a legal fantasy that said the legislature did not have to follow the open meetings law it had enacted. With that d ... (Source: Nation 2011-06-15T12:23:14Z)

New lawsuit filed against Wisconsin union law

But the legal battle was not yet over. A coalition of unions filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday arguing that the law violated the U.S. Constitution by taking away union rights to bargain, organize and associate and illegally discriminates among classes ... (Source: Oshkosh Northwestern 2011-06-16T00:54:52Z)

Officials: Ind. funding hurts small schools

"I told the board that to maintain your programs _ all that you offer the kids _ the only thing that's logical is that you do something at the administrative level. And that's when I gave them my resignation," he said. The two-year state budget that ... (Source: NWI.com 2011-06-16T00:33:23Z)

Idaho house infested with snakes

But a bargain it wasn't. Ben and Amber Sessions soon realized the ... the Ards sued the couple who had sold them the home for $189,900 and the real estate agent who negotiated the sale, according to court documents. The complaint was dismissed a year ... (Source: Cape Cod Times 2011-06-16T01:02:01Z)

Warner Bros. to distribute films in China on cable TV

Entertainment has announced plans to offer its movies via cable television there, the first such venture by a major studio. Warner Bros. expects as many as 3 million Chinese households to have access to its recently released films and older titles as early ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-16T00:40:33Z)

Prime time for greens

"It's really flipped. Even when we put iceberg lettuce on sale it doesn't help to move them," he said. Kale, which several local farmers grow in the spring and fall, is among the greens knocking iceberg lettuce from the spotlight in produce departments ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-06-16T00:47:42Z)

Millinocket landfill deal inches forward 

In the House, Rep. James Hamper, R-Oxford, succeeded in amending the bill to specify that the state will only assume ownership of the landfill after the sale has been finalized. Additionally, the amendment also directs the State Planning Office to consider ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-06-16T00:54:52Z)

"Snake house" turns dream to nightmare in Idaho

But a bargain it wasn't. Ben and Amber Sessions soon realized the ... the Ards sued the couple who had sold them the home for $189,900 and the real estate agent who negotiated the sale, according to court documents. The complaint was dismissed a year ... (Source: CBS News 2011-06-15T13:34:49Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 4:47 pm

Waiting for a good home

"These pets are vaccinated, spayed or neutered and microchipped," Tracey said. Puppies and kittens may need follow-up vaccinations but this is a significant discount considering that normal rates to adopt a dog are $143 for females and $123 for male (Source: Napa Valley Register 2011-06-15T23:14:39Z)

Bono's 'Spider-Man' musical still weak, critics say

NEW YORK – Broadway's most expensive and ridiculed musical, "Spider-Man: Turn off the Dark," suffered another round of crushing reviews on Wednesday, a day after its long-delayed official opening drew celebrities such as former president Bill Clinton and ... (Source: ABS-CBN 2011-06-15T22:53:10Z)

"Spider-Man" premiere wins Taymor praise

NEW YORK - The scene would have been hard to imagine three months ago, when Julie Taymor was pushed aside as director of "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark," an unprecedentedly expensive production whose well-publicized troubles had already made it the butt of ... (Source: CBS News 2011-06-15T12:59:02Z)

Luongo like Forrest Gump: You never know what you're going to get

But every time you turn around, they get ripped. Like Luongo, McNabb has had his words twisted beyond recognition to start everything from brush fires to all-out mountain blazes. Luongo just went through it with his comments about Thomas. You can link them ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2011-06-15T22:46:01Z)

Crystal Harris on Cover of Playboy as Mrs. Hugh Hefner, Report Says

While there was interest, Crystal didn't get an offer anywhere near half a million." Harris was also rumored to be having an affair with Dr. Phil McGraw's son, Jordan , but her manager, Michael Blakey, said those reports were "absolutely incorrect." (Source: FOX News 2011-06-15T12:51:52Z)

Oscars to allow 5 to 10 best picture nominees

The omission of acclaimed blockbusters like "The Dark Knight" was particularly egregious to some in the industry. Adding nominees brought in films like the atypical sci-fi film "District 9," the popular Sandra Bullock movie "The Blind Side" and the Pixar ... (Source: Seattle Times 2011-06-15T23:07:29Z)

Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou offers to resign as austerity protests swell

The gathering descended into violence — with some protesters hurling water bottles, rocks and firebombs — that took riot police hours to quell and that helped spark a dramatic offer by Prime Minister George Papandreou to quit in favor of a unity government. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T23:14:39Z)

Libyan troops shell western rebel positions

AUSTRIA OVERTURE TO REBELS Austrian Foreign Minister Michael Spindelegger will on Sunday visit the rebels in Benghazi to offer "concrete support," his office said, the latest in a string of such visitors. Austria's oil and gas firm OMV used to get 10 ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T12:59:02Z)

Critics and Audiences Cheer as 'SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark' Opens on Broadway

The Broadway show "SPIDER-MAN Turn Off The Dark" officially opened at the Foxwoods Theatre on Tuesday to a slew of praise from both critics and a star-studded audience. The long-awaited show, which is inspired by 40 years of Spider Man comics ... (Source: All Headline News 2011-06-15T23:14:39Z)

The 2012 Presidential Election: A Goldmine for 'The Daily Show' and 'The Colbert Report'

This week, both Colbert and Stewart covered the Republican debate and managed to offer up some very funny insights, such as why every Republican candidate felt the need to discuss how many children they had. "The Daily Show" correspondent John Oliver ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-15T22:46:01Z)

The Game Of Their Lives

Yes, his GAA starts with a snowman. How does anyone make sense of those numbers? By the way, if you're on the seawall today and see a tall, dark non-stranger in a hoodie and headphones, please leave him alone. Luongo has a lot on his mind. T h e B r u i n ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2011-06-15T23:14:39Z)

N.Y. on verge of legalizing gay marriage

Unlike some other states, such as New Hampshire, the bill does not offer protections to individual objectors who work for religious organizations. Roman Catholic Archbishop Timothy Dolan dismissed the protections as insufficient. And in a blog post he ... (Source: United Press International 2011-06-15T12:16:05Z)

Google's Chrome notebook goes on sale

Once Google finishes filling in the gaps the Chromebooks will offer an intriguing option for people who like the concept of living in the cloud and the perks that accompany that lifestyle,' commented JR Raphael, Computerworld's long-term reviewer of the ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-06-15T22:46:01Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 2:44 pm

Natalie Portman Gives Birth: Who's the Hottest Celebrity Mom?

It's official: The girl who promised, "I'll be hot," as a young teen in the 1996 movie "Beautiful Girls" is all grown up. SODAHEAD SLIDESHOW: See the hottest celebrity moms.  And while the 30-year-old actress is off the market -- Portman is engaged to her ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-15T20:44:19Z)

Prosecution finishes case in Casey Anthony trial

On Tuesday, a tattoo artist testified that Anthony had the words "Bella Vita," or "beautiful life" in Italian, etched on her back on July 2, 2008. She returned on July 15 and scheduled another appointment for a few days later. The artist, Bobby Williams ... (Source: KABC 2011-06-15T21:05:48Z)

First look at new 'John Carter' movie poster

There, he finds not the barren wasteland we now know it to be, but a planet populated by beautiful green women and barbaric Martian armies. The book tells Carter's tale as he uses his superior Earthman strength to woo a Martian princess and become a ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-06-15T21:20:07Z)

'Twilight: Breaking Dawn': Bella's wedding dress designer revealed

The studio also included a picture of Bella's veil (well, some of it). According to E! Online's Twitter account, Herrera says, "Kristen is a stunning girl and Bella will make a beautiful bride." Here's hoping Edward likes what Herrera came up with. (Source: MSN 2011-06-15T20:37:10Z)

Barsoom film gets poster, new title

Recently we found out that Disney's project, based on the Edgar Rice Burroughs's novel had changed its name again from John Carter of Mars to simply John Carter Seems like a particularly uninspired title, which says nothing of the content of the film. (Source: TG Daily 2011-06-15T21:05:48Z)

Google speech software uses 230 billion words

Google is hoping its browser gets another boost Wednesday. That's when a new line of laptop computers running on an operating system based on Chrome will go on sale. The Chrome laptops from Acer Inc. and Samsung Electronics will cost $349 to $499 and ... (Source: kgw.com 2011-06-15T21:12:57Z)

Kelly Honda Debuts Sophisticated Concepts for All-New 2012 Civic Si Coupe and Civic Sedan Models

Please visit us online at www.kelly-honda.com. Kelly Automotive Group is a family owned and operated company specializing in the sale and service of Infiniti, Volkswagen, Fiat, Honda, Nissan, Chrysler and Jeep vehicles in the greater Boston area. (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2011-06-15T21:05:48Z)

Wis. state workers to begin paying more for benefits in Aug., new lawsuit filed over union law

But the legal battle was not yet over. A coalition of unions filed a federal lawsuit on Wednesday arguing that the law violated the U.S. Constitution by taking away union rights to bargain, organize and associate and illegally discriminates among classes ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2011-06-15T20:44:19Z)

Anthony Defense Wants To Interview Kidnapper

During that time, according to testimony, Anthony was living at her boyfriend Tony Lazzaro's apartment, attending parties, hitting nightclubs, getting a tattoo that says "Bella Vita" -- Italian for "beautiful life" -- and shopping. Numerous witnesses ... (Source: ClickOnDetroit.com 2011-06-15T20:37:10Z)

New 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1' Details!

Kristen is a stunning girl and Bella will make a beautiful bride." Neither the movie trailer nor the still photos allow us a preview of the dress, but Stephenie Meyer's book describes it as having an early 1900's design. Chances are, Herrera will not fail ... (Source: Wonder Wall 2011-06-15T21:20:07Z)

Total completes $1.3 billion solar company deal

SunPower CEO Tom Werner said the sale will help SunPower expand by boosting its market access and research and development program. SunPower designs and delivers solar electricity systems for businesses and homes. U.S.-traded shares of Total fell $2.09 ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-15T20:58:38Z)

Prosecution rests case in Casey Anthony trial

The defense on Wednesday requested that a document be added to the court record stating, "On July 2, 2008, Casey Anthony obtained a tattoo of Italian words that translate into Beautiful Life." An Orlando tattoo artist testified on Tuesday of having applied ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T20:58:38Z)

Apple iPhone 4 now available from Koodo Mobile in Canada

However, the carrier says that should you want to cancel before those three years are up, you'll only have to pay the remaining balance on the discount you received on the purchase of your iPhone. So that's a bit more humane treatment than what other ... (Source: Unwired View 2011-06-15T20:51:29Z)

Natalie Portman welcomes a boy

In her best actress Oscar acceptance speech in February, she thanked "My beautiful love, Benjamin Millepied … who has now given me my most important role of my life." During awards season, the pregnant Portman walked endless red carpets, collecting ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-15T13:56:18Z)

Hugh Hefner's ex-fiance appears on Playboy cover as 'Mrs. Crystal Hefner'

The issue, obtained by Us Weekly , goes on sale Friday, the day before Harris and Hefner were set to tie the knot. The mag features 25-year-old Harris donning her ex-beau's signature pieces, such as his red robe and captain's hat. In the same picture ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-15T20:58:38Z)

Crystal Harris leaves Hugh Hefner on same day as her music career launches

Breaking up is hard to do, even if you're rich and beautiful. Check out the latest star couples to join the celebrity broken hearts club. Hugh Hefner continues to add to his Playboy posse. But his new girls aren't the only notches in his belt. (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-15T14:32:05Z)

Bella's 'Breaking Dawn' Wedding Dress Designer Is Carolina Herrera! A Perfect Marriage?

"Kristen is a stunning girl and her character, Bella, will make a beautiful bride." In our opinion, Carolina's clean, classic aesthetic fits well with Stephenie Meyer's description of the 1920s antique ensemble, but we wanted to know what a real bridal ... (Source: MTV.com 2011-06-15T20:44:19Z)

Crystal Harris blames Hugh Hefner's Playboy lifestyle as reason for calling off the couple's wedding

Breaking up is hard to do, even if you're rich and beautiful. Check out the latest star couples to join the celebrity broken hearts club. Hugh Hefner continues to add to his Playboy posse. But his new girls aren't the only notches in his belt. (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-15T20:58:38Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 12:45 pm

Congressman Weiner Is a Sex Addict -- I Know, Because I Am One

He needs to develop not his ego, but his self-esteem and to laugh out loud -- out of the dark shadows of shame -- at his own behavior as others laugh at him. Shame is the root of sexual addiction. Lying to cover up his shameful behavior was part of his disease. (Source: TheWrap 2011-06-15T19:32:44Z)

China's rise pushes old enemies together

"Who's going to take up the offer to visit?" says Carl Thayer, an expert on security in the South China Sea at the Australian Defence Force Academy in Canberra. "Precisely those navies that China doesn't want in the South China Sea, including the ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-15T08:05:33Z)

Weiner seeks treatment, but what ails him?

Lee said if the congressman has gone for inpatient treatment, he would likely have to be in a program for 30 days or more, although some facilities offer help in less time. He said Pine Grove Behavioral Health and Addiction Services in Hattiesburg ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-15T19:18:25Z)

Japan's Stocks Gain as U.S. Retail Sales Ease Economic Concerns

To contact the reporters on this story: Norie Kuboyama in Tokyo at nkuboyama@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 2011-06-15T05:28:04Z)

Ginger Lee Talks Anthony Weiner Photo Scandal: 'He Asked Me To Lie... I Think He Should Resign' (VIDEO)

According to TMZ.com, however, at the same time that Weiner was denying any direct contact with Lee, he was corresponding with her to offer advice on how to manage the scandal. "Do you need to talk to a professional PR type person to give u advice?" (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-15T19:18:25Z)

Factbox: Republican presidential contender Bachmann

Surprisingly for such a staunch Republican, Bachmann was once a Democrat and worked on Jimmy Carter's 1976 presidential campaign. "The first time I ever went to Washington, DC, I went to dance at Jimmy Carter's inaugural ball," Bachmann said last year. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T19:25:35Z)

Apple Offering Unlocked iPhone 4 for $649

The 16 GB iPhone 4 model costs $649, and the 32 GB version costs $749. Both options also offer your choice of colors (white or black). "If you don't want a multiyear service contract or if you prefer to use a local carrier when traveling abroad ... (Source: Zeropaid 2011-06-15T19:11:16Z)

Obama campaign courts small donors with dinner offer

The email is signed simply, "Barack." Obama's 2008 campaign used a similar offer to help raise funds (see video below). Now, however, he's more than just a candidate, but president of the United States. It's unclear where the dinner will be -- the fine ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-15T19:04:06Z)

Kesler and Torres look forward to playing on historic stage again

He was a member of the Edmonton Oilers squad that lost the cup to the Carolina Hurricanes in 2006 and can offer advice on how to prepare for Game 7 to his teammates — none of whom have played in one. "I think the main thing that I stress in the room is ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-15T05:49:32Z)

A Green Solution, or the Dark Side to Cleaner Coal?

The silos, which are scheduled to start operation in July, are designed to blend cleaner-burning imported coal with China's own high-polluting domestic coal, which is contaminated with sulfur and dust. Coal blending will produce a mixture that will help ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-15T06:32:29Z)

Unimpressive Returns for This Year's Tech IPOs

And just two minutes later, the stock fell below $19. The stock continues to hover below $19, but even at $19, the stock would be up an apparent 19 percent from its offer price. Amid profitability concerns, tech IPOs have performed very poorly overall this ... (Source: CNBC 2011-06-15T19:11:16Z)

Accused Pad Thai Slapper Found Not Guilty

One had identified Mr. Hobbs as dark haired in her testimony. "He is as bald as it gets," Mr. Bederow said, with Mr. Hobbs nodding grimly from the spectator benches. The prosecution insisted that the judge had little to consider. "This is a simple ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2011-06-15T19:04:06Z)

Apple now offering unlocked iPhone 4 for $649

But with the iPhone now on Verizon, and with a T-Mobile and Sprint launch rumored to be happening within the year, it makes sense that Apple would offer a completely unlocked model. The company already sells unlocked iPhones in international markets where ... (Source: Venturebeat.com 2011-06-15T07:58:23Z)

Pandora's 'pop' fuels bubble fears

The euphoria and share price jumps have been fed by private investors rushing to buy shares in companies with familiar consumer brands, as well as by the small amount of stock that companies such as Pandora have put on sale, Ms Buyer and other analysts said. (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-15T19:11:16Z)

Source: Apple drastically reduces orders for iPhone 4 camera flash

Some reports have suggested the next iPhone may not be available until late September , or about three months after the iPhone has gone on sale in the U.S. in years past. (Source: Apple Insider 2011-06-15T19:04:06Z)

Pandora shares increase in first day of trading

Its revenue was $138 million. "Unless they can continue to increase their subscribers or offer new material, obviously their losses will continue to grow," Sweet said. "I am not optimistic long term with Pandora." Shares can be volatile on their ... (Source: Washington Times 2011-06-15T18:56:57Z)

More U.S. homes lease solar panels with no upfront costs

"It's actually a win-win," Rive says. This concept is taking off. At least four large California-based companies, including SunPower in San Jose, offer such leases, in which they install, maintain and continue to own the panels. They report record sales. (Source: USA Today 2011-06-15T06:25:20Z)

You probably won't buy Google Chromebook, but should reconsider

The Acer model has 11.6-inch display and the Samsung one 12.1 inches. Both offer Intel Atom processors, 2GB memory, limited ports and no optical drives -- just like netbooks. Google Chromebooks launch June 15, from Acer and Samsung. The Chrome OS laptops ... (Source: Beta News 2011-06-15T19:32:44Z)

Lead poisoning in China: The hidden scourge

But a recent visitor found children still playing in the streets of one village literally in the shadow of a privately-owned lead smelter that nightly belches plumes of dark smoke. In interviews, their parents and grandparents said that local hospitals now ... (Source: Spartanburg Herald-Journal 2011-06-15T19:11:16Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 10:42 am

AP sources: US prepares for possible ouster from Yemen with a secret CIA air base in region

The U.S. has continued to press for a deal in the hope that a political solution could pre-empt any plan by the Yemeni leader of 33 years to return. That, officials fear, could lead to further instability. Benjamin said he is hopeful that counterterrorism ... (Source: Washington Post 2011-06-15T07:08:17Z)

Stricter guidelines for sunscreen; Must protect against UVA and UVB rays or else carry warning

Some products on the market claim to offer SPF protection of a 100 or higher. The SPF figure indicates the amount of sun exposure needed to cause sunburn on sunscreen-protected skin compared with unprotected skin. For example, an SPF rating of 30 means it ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-15T17:23:53Z)

DiMasi guilty of conspiracy, fraud and extortion

DiMasi was found guilty today by a federal jury of conspiracy, mail and wire fraud and extortion in connection with a multi-million dollar software deal he tried to shove through Beacon Hill. In all, the former North End Democrat was found guilty of ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-15T17:09:34Z)

Greek Socialists in power-sharing talks

Under such pressure, Papandreou and conservative party leader Antonis Samaras discussed the creation of a power-sharing government to deal with the country's crippling debt crisis during a telephone conversation, an opposition party official told The ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-15T17:09:34Z)

Japan's Stocks Gain as U.S. Retail Sales Ease Economic Concerns

To contact the reporters on this story: Norie Kuboyama in Tokyo at nkuboyama@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 2011-06-15T05:28:04Z)

Former House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi guilty of conspiracy, extortion and fraud

DiMasi pocketed about $65,000 in the deal, the government claimed. The verdict was announced in U.S. District Court House in Boston. Prosecutors said State House lobbyist McDonough and accountant Vitale also received hundreds of thousands of dollars as ... (Source: MetroWest Daily News 2011-06-15T17:09:34Z)

Greek fears hammer stocks, euro; bonds jump

Senior EU officials said a deal was now unlikely to be reached at a summit next week and was likely to be delayed until mid-July. "It had looked like we were making progress on addressing Greece's problems but now it seems things are fraying at the edges. (Source: Reuters 2011-06-15T17:09:34Z)

Libyan rebels take new ground in Western Mountains

Austrian Foreign Minister Michael Spindelegger will visit the rebels in Benghazi on Sunday to offer "concrete support," his office said, the latest in a series of such visitors. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T17:31:03Z)

Moody's puts French banks on review for downgrade over Greece

Euro zone ministers failed on Tuesday to reach agreement on how private holders of Greek debt should share the costs of a new bailout, putting the onus on the leaders of Germany and France to forge a deal later this week. The ratings review helped weigh on ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T06:25:20Z)

A look at the Game 7 matchups

Thomas needs one save to set a new NHL playoff record for most saves in a single postseason. Vancouver: Alain Vigneault has had to deal with injuries and a suspension in this Final, yet he has held as firm as one possibly could in the situation. (Source: NHL.com 2011-06-15T17:02:25Z)

LeBron James clarifies statement

Everyone will be there, from the players to the coaches, the front office to franchise founder Donald Carter, who accepted the championship ... a new collective bargaining agreement to replace the deal that expires June 30. The sides met three times ... (Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal 2011-06-15T17:23:53Z)

Better dynasty shot, Heat or Thunder?

I've been slow to offer a team that I believe has a better chance to be a dynasty because I believe the new collective bargaining agreement is going to create the kind of parity we've come to expect in the hard-capped NFL and the current NHL. Since the NHL ... (Source: ESPN 2011-06-15T17:16:44Z)

FDA sheds light on sunscreens

The Food and Drug Administration said sunscreen companies no longer can advertise their products as waterproof or claim they offer protection against both types of ultraviolet rays if they do not. The FDA found sunscreen companies were claiming their ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2011-06-15T09:02:48Z)

Pakistan arrests CIA's informants on bin Laden

Sen. Dick Luger (R-Ind.), the ranking Republican on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement after the raid that detailed the reasons it's been so difficult to deal with Pakistan's leadership: "One of the main problems in dealing with ... (Source: CBS News 2011-06-15T07:36:55Z)

Oscars to allow 5 to 10 best picture nominees

The omission of acclaimed blockbusters like "The Dark Knight" was particularly egregious to some in the industry. Adding nominees brought in films like the atypical sci-fi film "District 9," the popular Sandra Bullock movie "The Blind Side" and the Pixar ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-15T17:09:34Z)

US escalates war against al-Qaeda in Yemen

The administration clearly hopes that Saleh, whose injuries appear to have been much more serious than first reported, will now be prevailed upon to acquiesce in the proposed deal - which he backed out of three times before - and resign. But with his son ... (Source: Asia Times 2011-06-15T08:05:33Z)

Kesler and Torres look forward to playing on historic stage again

He was a member of the Edmonton Oilers squad that lost the cup to the Carolina Hurricanes in 2006 and can offer advice on how to prepare for Game 7 to his teammates — none of whom have played in one. "I think the main thing that I stress in the room is ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-15T05:49:32Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 15, 2011, 8:48 am

Osborne planning Northern Rock sale

The Chancellor is expected to confirm the Government will put the bank up for sale after months of deliberation. Contenders for the business include Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Money, the Coventry and Yorkshire building societies, investment groups NBNK ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-06-15T15:07:53Z)

Kenya's Six-Month Treasury Yields Fall for First Time This Year at Auction

Kenya 's six-month borrowing costs fell for the first time in six months at a sale where demand for the debt was almost four times the amount on offer. The yield on the 182-day Treasury bills fell to 9.906 percent at today's auction, the Nairobi-based ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-15T15:29:21Z)

ECU Silver Releases First Quarter Results for 2011

The Company generated net revenues from the sale of dore bars and concentrates for a total of $5,966,092, representing a 6.9% decrease over Q4 2010. The decrease in revenue is a result primarily of lower gold grades. Overall grades are expected to increase ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-15T15:29:21Z)

How Apple Gets You to Buy

To that end, employees receive no sales commissions and have no sales quotas. "You were never trying to close a sale. It was about finding solutions for a customer and finding their pain points," said David Ambrose, 26 years old, who worked at an Apple ... (Source: Smart Money 2011-06-15T15:07:53Z)

Isle of Capri deal could move La. riverboat casino

Isle of Capri Casinos Inc. said Tuesday that it reached an option agreement with Paradise Casino LLC that could involve the sale and move of a riverboat casino to Bossier City, La. The proposed deal with Paradise Casino LLC involves Isle of Capri's Crown ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-15T15:36:31Z)

Romney accused of Carter-like Afghan line

WASHINGTON, June 15 (UPI) -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C, has leveled one of the worst Republican insults at Mitt Romney -- comparing him to former President Jimmy Carter. Responding to Romney's suggestion in Monday's New Hampshire debate that the Afghan ... (Source: United Press International 2011-06-15T15:15:02Z)

Drinks Americas Holdings, Ltd., Arranges $250,000 Loan to Accelerate Transaction

In addition to the shares of common stock for the distribution rights to each of the new products, Worldwide will make a capital contribution in the Company of no less than $1.5 million, through cash provided by the sale of Worldwide products by Drinks or otherwise. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-15T05:13:45Z)

Prime time for greens

Based on the recommendations of 13 nationally recognized experts in nutrition, the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services' guidelines called for Americans to eat more vegetables but "especially dark green ... on sale it doesn't ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-06-15T15:00:43Z)

Best Verizon 4G Phones

When you buy it at www.free-cellular-phone-deals.com. Click Here to get FREE ACTIVATION , Select the Samsung Charge, the #1 Verizon phone. The screen brightness and resolution is just outstanding. Beats the iPhone 4 any day. LG Octane , Click Here to get ... (Source: Transworld News 2011-06-15T14:53:34Z)

Ryan Reynolds tried to illuminate 'Green Lantern'

You feel this guy's rage and purpose halfway into the second act." Reynolds tried to walk a tightrope with "Green Lantern" between the dark tones of "The Dark Knight" and the lighter side of "Iron Man." He hopes it wins over those critical fans. (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-06-15T15:29:21Z)

Migao Approved for Normal Course Issuer Bid

About Migao Migao Corporation, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, owns and operates fertilizer production plants in various strategic locations across China for the production and sale of specialty potash fertilizer (potassium nitrate and potassium ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2011-06-15T15:07:53Z)

'It was like living in one of those horror movies': House infested with snakes, ex-residents say

At a price less than $180,000, it seemed a steal. But a bargain it wasn't. Ben and Amber Sessions soon realized the dream home they'd purchased for their growing family in 2009 was infested with hundreds upon hundreds of garter snakes. The ground ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2011-06-15T14:53:34Z)

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