Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 10:43 pm

'Jackass' star Dunn dies in fiery crash

The force of impact shattered the vehicle into several twisted and blackened pieces, leaving the Porsche 911 GT3 unrecognizable except for a door that was thrown from the crash and not incinerated. A 100-foot-long tire skid marked where the car left the roadway. (Source: Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer 2011-06-21T04:59:28Z)

'Jackass' star Ryan Dunn dies in fiery Pa. crash

The force of impact shattered the vehicle into several twisted and blackened pieces, leaving the Porsche 911 GT3 unrecognizable except for a door that was thrown from the crash and not incinerated. A 100-foot-long tire skid marked where the car left the roadway. (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T04:59:28Z)

Greek PM faces confidence vote, fights to avert default

The plan, now debated in parliament, aims to produce a further 6.5 billion euros in budget savings this year, and 28 billion through 2015, as well as 50 billion euros from the sale of state assets. ATHENS ON WATCH Years of profligate spending, lax budget ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-21T04:45:09Z)

ONGC Chairman: Expect Follow-On Share Sale To Be Launched By Mid-July

NEW DELHI -( Dow Jones )- Oil & Natural Gas Corp.'s (500312.BY) follow-on-share sale is likely to be go ahead by mid-July as the government has appointed new independent directors to meet regulatory listing rules, Chairman A.K. Hazarika said Tuesday. (Source: FOXBusiness 2011-06-21T05:20:57Z)

Southwest fires rage on but calm winds give hope

It has destroyed 23 structures since it started May 8. A fire burning nine miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 3,000 acres by Monday and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, the U.S. Forest Service said. The fire broke out ... (Source: CBS News 2011-06-20T20:38:23Z)

Why Should Somebody Buy This Instead of an iPad?"

It's certainly the currently-for-sale tablet I'd mention first to if someone asked me to recommend a tablet that wasn't the iPad. 13. "I have a magical combination of most or all of the above factors." What if there was a non-Apple tablet with an ... (Source: Technologizer 2011-06-21T05:13:47Z)

As Apple preps bid on Nortel patents, are they considering buying RIM or AMD or both?

"Friday, The Wall Street Journal reported that Apple joined the bidding war for the telephony patents put up for sale when the Canadian telecommunication equipment maker Nortel went bankrupt two years ago," Marc Courtenay writes for Seeking Alpha. (Source: Macdaily News 2011-06-21T05:13:47Z)

With New Web Domain Name Rules, .Anything Is Possible

LOS ANGELES — Move over, .com. Get ready for .anything .you .can .think .of. The body that controls the way Internet domain names work, known as ICANN, has voted to open up the naming system so that any established organization with enough cash can apply ... (Source: The Ledger 2011-06-21T04:59:28Z)

ONGC May Launch Share Sale by Mid-July

NEW DELHI --India's Oil and Natural Gas Corp.'s follow-on-share sale is likely to be by mid-July as the government has appointed new independent directors to meet regulatory listing rules. The oil-exploration company had earlier expected the share sale to ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2011-06-21T04:45:09Z)

ICANN to let thousands of domain names bloom

"When you buy music, you want it to be a legitimate sale — you want to know the website you're visiting is secure and trusted and it's actually the band," he said, adding that he has spoken to music industry officials but has not yet received their official support. (Source: Chicago Tribune 2011-06-21T04:38:00Z)

Pujols latest Cardinals' casualty

"It's kind of been the story to the season, it just seems like every month something's happening." Freese and utilityman Nick Punto have begun rehab stints and Mozeliak said they wouldn't be rushed back. Mozeliak didn't anticipate Allen Craig, on the DL ... (Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal 2011-06-21T04:59:28Z)

Albert Pujols out until August: How to replace him

What we need to do is keep playing." Fantasy impact: Kevin Kleps examines some options if Pujols is the cornerstone of your fantasy team. (With Pujols now out and Hanley Ramirez struggling, it certainly was a bad year to have a top pick in drafts.) (Source: About - News & Issues (blog) 2011-06-21T04:30:50Z)

10-run 7th inning lifts Red Sox past Padres

Gonzalez has played the outfield just once in his 929 games - making three putouts and an error on Sept. 30, 2005, for the Texas Rangers against the Los Angeles Angels. ... Padres catcher Nick Hundley broke an 0-for-17 slump with a single in the eighth. (Source: Bellingham Herald 2011-06-21T04:23:41Z)

Mccain Blames Illegal Immigrants For Wildfires

About 1,800 homes and businesses were evacuated. Smaller fires were reported in central California; north of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and on both sides of the New Mexico-Colorado border (Source: WSLS.com 2011-06-21T05:20:57Z)

Consumer files complaint against Apple India with Competition Commission

(i)  condition in purchase or sale of goods or service; or (ii)  price in purchase or sale (including predatory price) of goods or service. (d)  makes conclusion of contracts subject to acceptance by other parties of supplementary obligations which ... (Source: ZDNet 2011-06-20T19:12:29Z)

Crunch time looms as Biden-led budget talks resume

The two sides are closest to agreement on proposals such as cutting student loan subsidies and farm programs and facilitating new auctions of the electromagnetic spectrum by allowing broadcasters to reap some of the profit from the sale. It's commonly ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-21T05:28:06Z)

Strauss bullish ahead of India series

With momentum firmly behind the team and both its batting and bowling departments in good nick, Strauss said there was no reason to fear India—the world's top-ranked side. "We're a confident team, and we're used to winning and putting opposition ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T05:06:38Z)

Greece for Sale, or Maybe Not

Plus, privatization is hard. If a government isn't competent or honest enough to run the sale right, it can end up handing over valuable assets to crony capitalists at a loss to the taxpayer. Those are academic considerations, though — because selling ... (Source: Article.nationalreview.com 2011-06-20T19:05:20Z)

Pujols injury devastates Cardinals

"It's kind of been the story to the season, it just seems like every month something's happening." Freese and utilityman Nick Punto have begun rehab stints and Mozeliak said they wouldn't be rushed back. Mozeliak didn't anticipate Allen ... (Source: Times-Leader 2011-06-21T04:52:19Z)

McCain responds as wildfire damages border area

New Mexico: A fire burning nine miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 3,000 acres by Monday and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, the U.S. Forest Service said. The fire broke out Saturday and was not threatening any structures. (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2011-06-21T05:06:38Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 8:42 pm

Batchelors Ltd was the leading fruit/vegetable juice company in Ireland in 2010 with a 16% share of off-trade value sales

Value is falling faster than volume as price promotions become the norm in the category, led by leading brands Sqeez, Tropicana and Dawn, as well as increased private label and fantasy label penetration from the likes of Tesco, Aldi and Lidl as well as new ... (Source: Transworld News 2011-06-21T03:33:34Z)

Press X to not Die: New copyright law could land YouTube users in prison

This is completely ridiculous. As much as I want to see 12-year-old kids who badly cover popular songs pulled off the Internet forever, YouTube already has an improving set of rules and procedures to deal with the situation. There is no reason to threaten ... (Source: LSU Reveille 2011-06-21T03:04:56Z)

Two DuPage County women receive 10-year sentence for mortgage scheme

Much of the money, though, was used to cover other refinancing deals. The women even created counterfeit bank statements and other documents to try to hide their scheme, Michalak said. "They stole over and over and over," Michalak said. "They knew ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2011-06-21T02:29:09Z)

New battle flares as Sudanese rivals sign accord

UNITED NATIONS (AFP) – Rival north and south Sudan on Monday signed a deal to demilitarize their disputed frontier region of Abyei and let in an Ethiopian peacekeeping force, an international mediator said. But while the UN Security Council welcomed the ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T03:04:56Z)

As Secession Nears, Sudan Steps Up Drive to Stop Rebels

In the north, oil had helped buy friends and woo enemies, but huge economic uncertainties loom. The south has most of the oil, and in any deal before the south splits off, the north will almost certainly get less than it used to. Already, riots have broken ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T02:57:47Z)

Note to Apple Fans: Stop Talking About Value

AAPL bulls find themselves in a precarious, if not downright risky, situation right now. First, they're salivating at these seemingly bargain basement prices. They look to the pathetic performance of RIMM and think, "There's no way AAPL can end up sharing ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2011-06-21T03:04:56Z)

Judge Calls Recess After Scolding Attorneys in Casey Anthony Murder Trial

Obviously there is a friction between attorneys. That's something I guess the Florida bar will deal with. And at the conclusion of this trial, the court will deal with violations that may have occurred." Anthony, 25, is accused of killing her 2-year-old ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T02:57:47Z)

Evangelist pleads guilty to defrauding oil investors

The plea bargain must be approved by Judge John G ... in Franklin County Regional Jail in 2009 and 2010 for contempt of court when he reneged on a deal to repay $88,000 to defrauded investors, including some of the same victims allegedly targeted in ... (Source: Desert Sun 2011-06-21T02:57:47Z)

Stocks post third straight day of gains

The deal will make PNC the fifth biggest U.S. bank with 2,870 branches. Whole Foods Market Inc. gained 2.2 percent after a BMO Capital Markets analyst upgraded the stock following a recent sell-off. And Wal-Mart stores Inc. rose 0.4 percent after the ... (Source: 9News 2011-06-21T02:57:47Z)

Report: Obama to announce drawdown plans for Afghanistan on Wednesday

And why would there be? If the Taliban knows we're committed to a significant withdrawal over the next two years, they're better off waiting until the surge troops are gone and then seeing what kind of deal they can get. As for The One, he's looking ... (Source: Hotair.com 2011-06-21T02:36:18Z)

Tony Kanaan is the ironman of IndyCars

A lot of drivers work out to keep in shape and help them deal with the rigors of constant travel and steering a low-slung car at 230 mph. Kanaan, however, takes it to an altogether higher level. "I do way more than I have to," he said. "I do it ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-06-21T02:29:09Z)

Stocks have their first winning week since April

Signs that a solution to Greece's debt problems could be near helped the stock market eke out its first week of gains since April. Germany softened its conditions for giving Greece more loans on Friday, putting Greece closer to getting more financial ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-20T19:12:29Z)

Anthony trial recesses after attorneys' dispute

Obviously there is a friction between attorneys. That's something I guess the Florida bar will deal with. And at the conclusion of this trial, the court will deal with violations that may have occurred." Anthony, 25, is accused of killing her 2-year-old ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-20T21:28:30Z)

'Game-changer' Tony Kanaan simply glad to be back

He won 14 IndyCar races for Andretti, was the 2004 season champion, but found himself without a sponsor. When a potential deal with Gil de Ferran's team fell through in February, Kanaan's prospects for the year looked grim. "It was a different feeling," he said. (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-06-21T03:19:15Z)

Upbeat Corporate News Curbs Greek Woes

ING Group ( ING ) confirmed a report that it is considering selling its car leasing unit.  A dutch newspaper said the deal could be worth as much as $5.7 billion.  General Electric ( GE ) reached a tentative four-year contract with two key unions that ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2011-06-20T20:09:45Z)

Abyei accord 'important first step': Clinton

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Monday welcomed an accord by north and south Sudan to demilitarize Abyei, but said the real test would be how both sides implemented the deal. The rival governments of north and south Sudan signed the accord Monday to ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2011-06-21T02:43:28Z)

COHEN: Time to leave Afghanistan

The Taliban will come down from the mountains and from Pakistan and either make a deal with the government or reassume control. This is not only what will happen in the future. It is what has happened in the past. From the start, America's huge investment ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2011-06-21T02:50:37Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 6:44 pm

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Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 4:48 pm

Albert Pujols out 6 weeks with wrist fracture

"You can't replace a player of his magnitude," general manager John Mozeliak said. "It just seems like we've had to deal with one injury after another. "We still have to find ways to win games, and that's what we'll do." The team announced the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-20T23:23:02Z)

Few Taliban Leaders Take Afghan Offer to Switch Sides

"A number of people became involved because of local disputes over land, over power, over family honor. "You don't need a deal with the Taliban leadership to solve those," the official said. "The Taliban is a flag of convenience for them. (Source: New York Times 2011-06-20T14:40:29Z)

PNC buys RBC's US banks, card assets for $3.62B

The deal adds about $19 billion of deposits and $16 billion of loans based on RBC Bank (USA) balances as of April 30. The deal, which consists of $3.45 billion for RBC's retail operations and $165 million for related credit-card assets, does not include ... (Source: CBS MoneyWatch.com (blog) 2011-06-20T23:37:21Z)

'Jackass' star Ryan Dunn dies in fiery Pa. crash

The force of impact shattered the vehicle into several twisted and blackened pieces, leaving the Porsche 911 GT3 unrecognizable except for a door that was thrown from the crash and not incinerated. A 100-foot-long tire skid marked where the car left the roadway. (Source: Spartanburg Herald-Journal 2011-06-20T23:23:02Z)

Obama to reveal Afghan troop decision Wednesday

In December 2009, Obama laid out a new war strategy designed to disrupt, dismantle and defeat Al-Qaeda, break the momentum of the Taliban and to offer the Afghan government space to move towards a security takeover. "We have made significant progress ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-20T23:37:21Z)

Obama plans Wednesday speech on Afghanistan mission

Related Obama still considering how many troops to withdraw from Afghanistan, spokesman says U.S. has contacted Taliban about an Afghan peace deal Strategy session: Obama meets with national security team on Afghanistan, Pakistan There are more than ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-20T23:30:11Z)

'Jackass' star Ryan Dunn dies in fiery Pennsylvania crash

The force of impact shattered the vehicle into several twisted and blackened pieces, leaving the Porsche 911 GT3 unrecognizable except for a door that was thrown from the crash and not incinerated. A 100-foot-long tire skid marked where the car left the roadway. (Source: Pioneer Press 2011-06-20T23:23:02Z)

Ballard puts playoff frustration behind him, looks to prove himself next season

Canucks general manager Mike Gillis believes he can work deals that will keep both Bieksa and Ehrhoff happy ... "It was frustrating," said Ballard. "I haven't had to deal with that before. I started to feel good, more comfortable with my game, then ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-20T23:15:52Z)

Debt talks enter make-or-break week

Other Republicans have suggested Congress might have to opt for a short-term fix if the group can't reach a deal soon -- a scenario that recalls the protracted brinkmanship of a budget battle that took the government to the edge of a shutdown earlier this year. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-20T23:15:52Z)

WRAPUP 1-U.S. debt talks enter make-or-break week

[ID:nN1E75J1ZI] Other Republicans have suggested Congress might have to opt for a short-term fix if the group can't reach a deal soon -- a scenario that recalls the protracted brinkmanship of a budget battle that took the government to the edge of a ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-20T23:15:52Z)

Libya: More civilians killed by NATO airstrike

"We have now defected from the regime. The Gaddafi regime has lost all credibility. Therefore we declare that we offer our services to the National Transitional Council in Benghazi," said Major Lamin Sidi Ibrahim al Tabouwi, one of the men. There was no ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-20T23:08:43Z)

Report: Obama to announce drawdown plans for Afghanistan on Wednesday

And why would there be? If the Taliban knows we're committed to a significant withdrawal over the next two years, they're better off waiting until the surge troops are gone and then seeing what kind of deal they can get. As for The One, he's looking ... (Source: Hotair.com 2011-06-20T23:23:02Z)

RBC sells U.S. retail banks for $3.62-billion

Prior to the deal, RBC had 424 branches throughout the U.S. Southeast, including states such as Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Virginia. The bank said the sale does not affect its wholesale presence in the American market. "RBC remains ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2011-06-20T23:08:43Z)

East Bay women look to continue legal fight against Wal-Mart despite Supreme Court decision

Two East Bay women at the center of the largest sex-discrimination lawsuit in the nation's history vowed to continue their legal battle against Wal-Mart Stores, despite Monday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling blocking class-action status for it. The nine ... (Source: Santa Cruz Sentinel 2011-06-20T23:15:52Z)

Albert Pujols out 4-6 weeks with fractured arm

It also could be a test run for the future because Pujols is in the final year of his contract and has told the Cardinals he will not discuss a new deal until after the season. The quickest fix at first base is to move Lance Berkman from the outfield back ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-20T23:23:02Z)

Campus Watch: Memorial planned to honor Alfred Kahn

Kahn was the former chairman of the Civil Aeronautics Board and the Council on Wage and Price Stability, adviser to former President Jimmy Carter on inflation ... Keuka College will offer a bachelor of science degree in social work at Tompkins Cortland ... (Source: Ithaca Journal 2011-06-20T23:08:43Z)

Phillies-Cardinals Preview

"It just seems like we've had to deal with one injury after another. "We still have to find ways to win games, and that's what we'll do." Pujols is only the latest Cardinals star to miss time due to injury, joining ace Adam Wainwright and cleanup hitter Matt Holliday. (Source: NBC Sports 2011-06-20T23:15:52Z)

Walmart to build on former farm site in North Lauderdale

Walmart submitted a site plan to City Hall last week and city spokeswoman Jennifer Johnson said the city commission is expected to sign off on the deal as early as August. The 180,000-square-foot store should open by the end of 2012, Walmart spokeswoman ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2011-06-20T14:47:38Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 2:43 pm

ICANN Says You Can Turn Brands Into Domain Extensions

However, it's important to note that only "established public or private organizations" will be able to apply, and the price tag for a new domain name extension is steep – unless you consider $185,000 a bargain. Nevertheless, expect lots of ... (Source: Marketing Pilgrim 2011-06-20T13:21:44Z)

'Green Lantern' Tops Weekend Box Office

And this weekend's new releases include Disney/Pixar's "Cars 2" and the Cameron Diaz comedy "Bad Teacher." Michael Bay's "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" follows on Wednesday, June 29. (Source: MTV 2011-06-20T13:28:54Z)

Airbus, Boeing sign $25B in orders at Paris Air Show

Airbus edged out Boeing at last year's Farnborough International Airshow in the U.K., racking up deals totaling $13.2 billion, while Chicago-based Boeing's commitments came in at $12.8 billion. Those results were a big improvement over the results of the ... (Source: Seattle Times 2011-06-20T20:59:52Z)

Father Stays on Sideline, Quietly Proud

Gerry McIlroy, wearing a lime green polo shirt and dark Madras shorts, followed his son without the help of a radio, portable television or periscope that helped other fans follow each shot just fine. Many were close enough to see the 22-year-old Rory's ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-20T21:07:01Z)

PNC Financial CEO Rohr to tour RBC offices in North Carolina

"The employees are the bank." Also on Monday, Royal Bank filed documents with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission saying that, with the sale of Raleigh-based RBC Bank, it will now focus on its other U.S. properties – RBC Wealth Management and ... (Source: The Business Journal 2011-06-20T20:59:52Z)

Big order helps Airbus glide over glitches

Boeing said on Monday it had taken orders and commitments for 17 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft from two undisclosed carriers in deals worth a combined $5.4 billion at list prices. A second Airbus aircraft, the delayed European A400 airlifter, was also ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-20T13:07:25Z)

Bill raising benefits costs advances in New Jersey

with some flexibility for local bargaining units. The Massachusetts House passed a bill in late April stripping public-sector unions of the right to bargain over health care. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-20T21:21:20Z)

Airbus racks up orders, glitches at Paris Air Show

Airbus edged out Boeing at last year's Farnborough International Airshow in the U.K., racking up deals totaling $13.2 billion, while Chicago-based Boeing's commitments came in at $12.8 billion. Those results were a big improvement over the results of the ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-20T13:07:25Z)

Legendary Saxophonist Clarence Clemons Dies

"RIP CC, you were the heart and soul of the E Street Band. Thank you for all the music, you got me through some dark days. Blessings on your journey," one post read. "I just can't imagine that space on stage not being occupied by the big man. We are all ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2011-06-20T15:01:57Z)

Gov. Brown's budget veto; 'gay girl' hoax; Villaraigosa on teaching

We are in a very dark hour nationally, and we cannot afford to whittle down the pool of effective, prospective leaders to the handful who might also manage to be excellent family men. As a property owner in the city of Los Angeles, please explain to me why ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-20T13:50:22Z)

RBC May Use U.S. Sale Proceeds on Wealth Management Business, Nixon Says

Royal Bank of Canada (RY) may use proceeds from the $3.62 billion sale of its money-losing U.S. consumer bank to expand in global asset management, Chief Executive Officer Gord Nixon said. Canada's largest lender may also use the cash from the sale of ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-20T21:21:20Z)

Coming soon to the Web: The .whatever address

said Jeremiah Johnston, chief operating officer at Sedo.com, which helps companies resell domain names. Sedo brokered the sale of Sex.com late last year for $13 million, a record for a domain name. Despite the availability of new suffixes, Johnston doesn't ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-20T21:35:39Z)

The Big Man, Much More Than Springsteen's Sideman

Even after Mr. Springsteen chose to write shorter, pop-structured songs, making concision his new discipline, Mr. Clemons held his place: as the honking foundation of "Hungry Heart" and the longed-for dance partner in "Dancing in the Dark." (Source: New York Times 2011-06-20T13:14:35Z)

Dwight Hardy works out for Nets, but St. John's guard may not be on Billy King's NBA draft board

The Nets have the 27th and 36th picks and King says "we're going to take the best available player," but he also has a reputation for making draft-day deals. And there could be deals to be had. "There will be some things we'll have lined up and if certain ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-20T20:59:52Z)

Tiny shoplifters push cart of stolen goods out of store

The employee was not seriously injured. The man was described as a dark-skinned white man about 30 years old with a "baby face." He is about 6 feet tall and weighs between 160 and 180 pounds, and was last seen wearing a blue shirt with the letters "HCO" on ... (Source: 9News 2011-06-20T20:52:42Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 12:44 pm

Officials tally damage in southern Arizona blaze

A fire burning nine miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 3,000 acres by Monday and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, the U.S. Forest Service said. The fire broke out Saturday and was not threatening any structures. (Source: San Francisco Gate 2011-06-20T19:19:39Z)

Rory McIlroy could be golf's next superstar, without the baggage

"I like his moxie," he said. Golf seems happy that with McIlroy, it doesn't have to worry about a dark side, unlike the current shaky incumbent in the big dressing room with the big star on the door. The massive gallery that followed McIlroy at historic ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-20T06:26:33Z)

Clarence Clemons' death leaves void for Springsteen

He had a deep, booming voice not often displayed, although he added hearty "ho-ho-ho's" during seasonal renditions of "Santa Claus is Comin' to Town." Truth be told, Clemons' role in the E Street Band diminished as the years went on. Springsteen's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-20T03:34:45Z)

'Harry Potter' star Daniel Radcliffe on new J.K. Rowling project

Yet even Harry Potter himself -- the man who plays him, that is -- is in the dark. "I know nothing about that whatsoever," actor Daniel Radcliffe told Hero Complex . "I'm sure that Jo will be writing a lot more in the coming years." Side note ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-20T19:05:20Z)

The Big Man, Much More Than Springsteen's Sideman

Even after Mr. Springsteen chose to write shorter, pop-structured songs, making concision his new discipline, Mr. Clemons held his place: as the honking foundation of "Hungry Heart" and the longed-for dance partner in "Dancing in the Dark." (Source: New York Times 2011-06-20T09:25:31Z)

Girl declared dead after Crescent City shooting

Steele had been facing child molestation charges in Santa Clara County and was under a restraining order to stay away from the girl at the time of the shootings. Detectives are still trying to determine how Steele found the pair. (Source: North County Times 2011-06-20T19:12:29Z)

Brunei Royalty's $20 Million Bill May Thwart Singapore's Medical Ambitions

The country's health ministry sought a discount through its counterpart in Singapore on Lim's S$24.8 million bill for treatment of Pangiran Anak Hajah Damit, the Sultan's sister-in- law, claiming the "extravagant" charges could harm the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-20T03:27:36Z)

iBooks Match Could be the Next Killer App for Apple (or Amazon or Google)

So I figured I'd float my wish list again, before the Christmas rush. If you have an in with Steve , Jeff , Sergey or Larry (or Santa), could you pass my wish along? The app I want is an ebook system that lets me read every book in the rich way the web ... (Source: Forbes (blog) 2011-06-20T18:36:42Z)

Auburn reaches deal with Walmart over vacancy

Not true at all, Spall said. She said Walmart has had only three "dark" or empty stores in Washington — Port Angeles, Mount Vernon and Auburn — and when it vacated them to move to newly built superstores, it worked with the mayors and City Councils of ... (Source: Bainbridge Island Review 2011-06-20T18:51:01Z)

Missouri River flood closes 100 miles of bridges

and at U.S. 34 between Interstate 29 and Plattsmouth, Gray-Fisher said. Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks have been raised in some areas to escape flooding, according to company officials. Some sections of track are out of service. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-20T18:36:42Z)

Girl shot with mom in Calif taken off life support

Steven says the mother survived and has been released from the hospital. Steele had been facing child molestation charges in Santa Clara County and was under a restraining order to stay away from the girl. Authorities say the mother and daughter recently ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-06-20T19:12:29Z)

'Jackass' star Ryan Dunn dies in fiery car crash

The force of impact shattered the vehicle into several twisted and blackened pieces, leaving the Porsche 911 GT3 unrecognizable except for a door that was thrown from the crash and not incinerated. A 100-foot-long tire skid marked where the car left the roadway. (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2011-06-20T19:19:39Z)

'Harry Potter' star Daniel Radcliffe: It would be 'self-defeating' to reprise role

LOS ANGELES — What's J.K. Rowling about to announce with the mysterious "Pottermore" project? Daniel Radcliffe says he's in the dark on the topic, and, yes, he's quite ready to say goodbye to the boy wizard at this point anyway. "I know nothing about ... (Source: Boulder Clarion 2011-06-20T18:29:32Z)

Wind Gusts Challenge Crews Fighting Arizona, New Mexico Fires

It has destroyed 23 structures since it started May 8. A fire burning 9 miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 900 acres by Sunday morning and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, U.S. Forest Service spokeswoman Alberta Maez said. (Source: FOX News 2011-06-20T19:05:20Z)

Walmart wins sex bias case in Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled in favor Monday of Walmart regarding decade-long complaints from more than 1 million former female employees who claim that managers at the discount giant made sexist decisions about promotions and pay. Justice Antonin Scalia said ... (Source: Morning Journal 2011-06-20T19:05:20Z)

Winds challenge crews battling AZ, NM wildfires

It has destroyed 23 structures since it started May 8. — A fire burning 9 miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 900 acres by Sunday morning and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, U.S. Forest Service spokeswoman Alberta Maez said. (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-20T09:04:02Z)

Life Imitates Idiocy

And of course, it wouldn't be back on the air if someone, somewhere, in the dark recesses of their parent's basement rumpus room weren't wetting themselves in response. While Jackass can still argue for its slapstick as social commentary angle ... (Source: Popmatters.com 2011-06-20T18:58:10Z)

Rory McIlroy could be golf's next Tiger Woods, without the baggage

"I like his moxie," he said. Golf seems happy that with McIlroy, it doesn't have to worry about a dark side, unlike the current shaky incumbent in the big dressing room with the big star on the door. The massive gallery that followed McIlroy at historic ... (Source: Calgary Herald 2011-06-20T18:29:32Z)

Groups Blast, Laud High Court for Decision Against Nation's Largest Discrimination Suit

"Too often the class action device is twisted and abused to force businesses to choose between settling meritless lawsuits or potentially facing financial ruin. Our economy would be better served if businesses could spend more resources creating jobs and ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-20T18:29:32Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 20, 2011, 10:42 am

FDA plan aims to increase import safety

A Food and Drug Administration report issued Monday lays out a long-term plan to deal with the flood of imports to the U.S., which have quadrupled over the past decade. The FDA already shares information on drug inspections with regulators in Europe and Australia. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-20T17:25:07Z)

Palin documentary a conservative nod to the politician

Interest in Palin is acute on both sides of the political divide. Acclaimed documentarian Nick Broomfield is finishing up a Palin film that is expected to be a counterpoint to the hagiographic tone of "The Undefeated." Incorporating previously unseen ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-20T06:40:52Z)

Wind Gusts Challenge Crews Fighting Arizona, New Mexico Fires

It has destroyed 23 structures since it started May 8. A fire burning 9 miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 900 acres by Sunday morning and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, U.S. Forest Service spokeswoman Alberta Maez said. (Source: FOX News 2011-06-20T08:35:24Z)

War Crimes Charges Weighed as Crisis Continues in Syria

In advance of any public comments by Mr. Assad on how to deal with dissenters, another senior administration official said, "I think the Syrian people are going to be focusing a lot less on words and a lot more on what is the action, what are the changes ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-20T09:18:21Z)

Lidstrom chooses to return to play for the Detroit Red Wings instead of retiring

The 41-year-old Lidstrom confirmed in a text message Monday that he had agreed to a one-year deal worth US$6.2 million, same as last year. The team also scheduled a conference call with Lidstrom and general manager Ken Holland. Lidstrom is a Norris Trophy ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-20T17:32:16Z)

Ford announces plans to triple production of electric, hybrid vehicles

The C-Max, already on sale in Europe , will only be offered in North America with a plug-in or regular hybrid gas-electric engine. Ford plans to build five electrified vehicles for North America by 2012 -- including the Transit Connect electric van ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-20T17:17:57Z)

Assad Acknowledges Threats Posed by Syrian Unrest

"Security and stability," it goes, and Mr. Assad went to great lengths to ensure that his government would not deal with insurgents, whom it blames for the deaths of 120 of its security forces this month in the northern town of Jisr al-Shughou (Source: New York Times 2011-06-20T17:17:57Z)

Lidstrom Chooses One More Year With Wings

"I just can't imagine the Red Wings without Nick Lidstrom. "I always say that the day he announces his retirement, I will be in an adjacent room, announcing mine." (Source: New York Times Blogs 2011-06-20T17:25:07Z)

Winds in Arizona fire make another 7k evacuate

It has destroyed 23 structures since it started May 8. A fire burning 9 miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 900 acres by Sunday morning and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, U.S. Forest Service spokeswoman Alberta Maez said. (Source: CBS News 2011-06-20T04:46:20Z)

JPMorgan, RBS Sued by Credit Union Agency for Sale of Risky Mortgage Bonds

It didn't specify the amount of money sought. JPMorgan sold credit unions almost $213 million of mortgage bonds using sale documents that contained untrue statements or lacked important information, according to one complaint. RBS used documents with the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-20T17:17:57Z)

Nicklas Lidstrom is synonymous with Wings' sustained success

"I just can't imagine the Red Wings without Nick Lidstrom," said Holland, who must now, through free agency and trades, find the remaining ingredients to skate a team that challenges for the Stanley Cup. "I always say that the day he announces his ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-06-20T17:10:48Z)

BUDGET WORK: A state budget deal is closer to becoming reality after Senate Democrats agreed to two major GOP demands

Senate Democrats say they have agreed to Republican demands to limit state spending to $5.9 billion and approve a two-year budget. The Democrats announced their agreement Monday at a Statehouse news conference. Party leaders say a bill fleshing out the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-20T17:10:48Z)

Health Care, Food Maker Stocks Lead Market Higher

Food, health care and other types of stocks believed to hold up better during downturns are leading the market higher after European leaders delayed a decision to release more aid to Greece. The Standard & Poor's 500 index is up 7 points, 0.6 percent, at ... (Source: ABC News 2011-06-20T17:10:48Z)

U.S. Confirms It is in Afghan Taliban Talks as Karzai Criticizes Motives

Mujda and other analysts say it is unclear what political concessions from Afghanistan the Pakistani military might demand in exchange for pushing the Taliban into a peace deal. Last week, Karzai visited Pakistan for talks with its leaders. He and ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-20T05:14:58Z)

Lighter winds expected at Arizona wildfire

A fire burning nine miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., had burned about 3,000 acres by Monday and was being driven northeast into the Pecos Wilderness, the U.S. Forest Service said. The fire broke out Saturday and was not threatening any structures. (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2011-06-20T17:10:48Z)

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