Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 10:43 pm

Qantas, Rolls Royce reach settlement

Australia's flagship carrier Qantas said Wednesday it has reached a 95 million Australian dollar ($100 million) settlement with engine maker Rolls-Royce over last year's mid-air disintegration of a superjumbo engine, which temporarily forced the grounding ... (Source: Santa Maria Times 2011-06-22T04:43:58Z)

Utah man updated Facebook during 16-hour standoff

"We're not sure yet how to deal with it," said Croyle. "We're talking about it and trying to figure out how do we address the kind of conflict that it presents," Croyle said. Valdez could be facing new charges stemming from his actions during ... (Source: Times-Leader 2011-06-22T05:05:26Z)

Protesters besiege parliament before Greek vote

"The view is the Greek confidence vote is a done deal," a London trader said. Having already missed targets agreed in its first, year-old bailout, Athens needs the reforms if it wants to receive the next tranche of those funds and secure a second bailout ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T20:08:34Z)

Dallas Twp. proposes pipeline settlement

"I'm always leery of a deal," said resident Jim DeMichael. Wayne Dottor, of Fairground Road, said he's worried a settlement may open the door for more gas companies to conduct business in the township. "There's got to be more gathering ... (Source: Times-Leader 2011-06-22T05:05:26Z)

ICANN Approves Historic Change to Internet's Domain Name System

ICANN doesn't control content on the Internet. It cannot stop spam and it doesn't deal with access to the Internet. But through its coordination role of the Internet's naming system, it does have an important impact on the expansion and evolution of the Internet. (Source: Redorbit.com 2011-06-22T04:58:17Z)

Japan Ruling Party To Extend Parliament, Fails To Win Opposition Backing

The two sides appeared to be near a deal to extend the parliament and cooperate on passing key legislation in exchange for a clear indication by Kan on the timing of his departure. But the DPJ proposal on Wednesday did not set a clear time frame. (Source: NASDAQ 2011-06-22T04:51:08Z)

Time for Common Sense on Greece

By those standards, the deal with Greece that is about to be agreed looks insane. The only justification, as I argued in a column on May 10, is that it is needed to play for time. This is a bad strategy. Something more radical is required. The question ... (Source: CNBC 2011-06-22T05:12:36Z)

Cigarette labels to add grisly warnings

It's unclear why it hasn't budged, but some experts have cited tobacco company discount coupons on cigarettes and lack of funding for programs to discourage smoking or to help smokers quit. In recent years, more than 30 countries or jurisdictions have ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-06-22T04:58:17Z)

What a waste, Nokia launches hot, MeeGo smartphone

"Earlier this year, we outlined a comprehensive strategy to change our course",  Stephen Elop, Nokia CEO, says in a statement -- alluding to the Microsoft distribution deal. "Innovation is at the heart of our strategy, and today we took important steps to ... (Source: Beta News 2011-06-21T20:58:41Z)

Nokia N9 – the first MeeGo-based all-screen smartphone

The scratch-resistant AMOLED screen is Gorilla Glass protected. It looks like Nokia has not abandoned the MeeGo project yet, despite inking a deal with Microsoft. The N9's success, however, is highly dependent on introducing more MeeGo smartphones or ... (Source: Gizmag 2011-06-22T05:05:26Z)

FDA gets graphic about smoking

It's unclear why it hasn't budged, but some experts have cited tobacco company discount coupons on cigarettes and lack of funding for programs to discourage smoking or to help smokers quit. In recent years, more than 30 countries or jurisdictions have ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2011-06-22T05:34:04Z)

FDA issues graphic new cigarette labels

It's unclear why declines in smoking have stalled. Some experts have cited tobacco company discount coupons on cigarettes or lack of funding for programs to discourage smoking or to help smokers quit. While it is impossible to say how many people quit ... (Source: Memphis Commercial Appeal 2011-06-22T04:51:08Z)

Second Victim in Ryan Dunn Crash an Iraq War Veteran, Report Says

The two friends had been out celebrating a new deal they had signed. Hartwell was a former Navy Seal who had been on three tours of Iraq , RadarOnline.com reported. He had just gotten married last October, and Dunn's girlfriend had been a bridesmaid at the wedding. (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T19:11:18Z)

Now more than ever, Pujols is at center of the baseball universe

"The goal every year is you have your club set up and you want to see how good they (really) are." He said no one in his right mind wants to deal with this much turmoil. After 33 years, La Russa isn't necessarily excited by the challenge, but is realistic ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-06-22T04:58:17Z)

Utah man updated Facebook status during standoff

"We're not sure yet how to deal with it," said Croyle. "We're talking about it and trying to figure out how do we address the kind of conflict that it presents," Croyle said. Valdez could be facing new charges stemming from his actions during the standoff ... (Source: Union-News & Sunday Republican 2011-06-22T05:12:36Z)

Greek PM survives confidence vote in parliament

He has called for a renegotiation of the initial bailout deal. Papandreou's losing the confidence vote would have likely led to early elections and thrown into question whether Greece could pass the new austerity measures. Expectations he would win lifted ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2011-06-22T04:36:49Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 8:47 pm

Stocks Rally, Euro Rises Ahead of Greek Vote

"Greece is not another Lehman," said Nick Sargen, chief investment officer at Fort Washington Investment Advisors in Cincinnati, which oversees more than $38 billion. "The market is saying that the worst is less likely for Greece. Assuming that the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-21T20:22:53Z)

Greek financial crisis serves as a lesson to us all

On Friday, French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel announced at a Berlin press conference that they'd like to offer the opportunity for the private sector — via banks, insurers and investment funds — to dole out some cash ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-06-22T03:18:04Z)

Exclusive: Glee Boss Ryan Murphy Reveals Sue's New Nemesis

All I said was I want people who are unknown and I want creative stars," Murphy says. "They don't have to be beautiful, they don't have to be handsome, they just have to be talented and they have to have moving stories. That, at the end of the day ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-22T02:42:17Z)

AP Sources: Hulu mulls putting itself up for sale

Online video service Hulu is exploring putting itself up for sale after receiving an unsolicited takeover offer, people familiar with the matter said Tuesday. The offer was large enough to make Hulu's board review the deal and consider seeking other ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-06-22T03:32:23Z)

Nokia N9: A Phone for Geeks Who Wonder What Might Have Been

The world's leading SSL certificates now offer more protection and security. Now from Symantec. Download your free trial of the world's leading SSL certificates at verisign.com/ssl/free-30day-trial . Nokia (NYSE: NOK) has unveiled the first smartphone ... (Source: TechNewsWorld 2011-06-21T18:56:59Z)

New York gay marriage showdown will likely be Wednesday

The religious protections would protect churches and other religious groups from discrimination lawsuits if they declined to perform gay marriages or offer other services to gay couples. "We're open to doing amendments that guarantee religious freedom in ... (Source: Evansville Courier-Press 2011-06-22T03:18:04Z)

Potential buyer looking into Hulu: Report

Any sale of Hulu would be complex, amid the tangled interests of its multiple investors, which include News Corp, Walt Disney Co and NBCUniversal. The Journal, which did not name the potential buyer, said the unsolicited offer had led Hulu's board to ... (Source: Straits Times 2011-06-22T03:03:45Z)

Nokia N9 Unveiled

The body is precision-machined from a single piece of polycarbonate and flows seamlessly into beautiful curved glass. The laminated deep black display means that the user interface just floats on the surface of the product. The Nokia N9 also packs the ... (Source: SlashPhone 2011-06-22T02:49:26Z)

UPI NewsTrack Sports

NBA owners push for 'flexible' salary cap NEW YORK, June 21 (UPI) -- NBA team owners Tuesday proposed what they call "a very significant offer" for a flexible salary cap in talks with players on a collective bargaining agreement. Commissioner David Stern ... (Source: United Press International 2011-06-22T02:56:36Z)

Apple Unveils 'Cloud' Music and Storage Service

Amazon and Google offer similar music services. But because those two companies did not obtain licenses from the labels, users have to upload their own music libraries — and any new song purchases — to the Web before they can access them on other devices. (Source: PRLog (free press release) 2011-06-22T03:18:04Z)

FDA issues graphic cigarette labels

The new labels offer the opportunity for a pack-a-day smoker to see graphic warnings on the dangers of cigarettes more than 7,000 times per year. The FDA estimates the new labels will reduce the number of smokers by 213,000 in 2013, with smaller additional ... (Source: Abilene Reporter-News 2011-06-22T02:56:36Z)

Davenport's Baker made baseball history 50 years ago Wednesday

The local Montgomery Ward store offered a sale on men's dress shirts for $1.99, Adolf Eichmann was on trial for war crimes in an Israeli courtroom and Disney's "101 Dalmatians" was playing at the Dipson Theatre in Batavia. To young pitcher Blass ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-06-22T03:03:45Z)

Brewer Foster's rejects $10B takeover bid from SABMiller

Foster's announcement came after beverage group Coca-Cola amended the terms of a brewing joint venture with SABMiller, which enabled SABMiller to bid for Foster's. SABMiller, the world's second-biggest brewer by volume, made an unsolicited, non-binding and ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-21T19:04:09Z)

Foster's rejects A$9.5bn SABMiller bid

The company rejected an A$9.5bn ($10bn) takeover offer on Tuesday morning from SABMiller , the world's second-largest brewer by sales, claiming the bid significantly undervalued the company. But analysts predicted further machinations, either through the ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-06-22T02:42:17Z)

China Resources says overseas deal possible

Global beer giant SABMiller Plc ( SAB.L )( SABJ.J ) launched a cash bid for the Australian brewer valued at A$9.5 billion ($10.1 billion), excluding debt, which Foster's rejected. Investors predicted Foster's would accept a higher offer. (Source: Reuters 2011-06-22T03:03:45Z)

Final Cut X Pro: Apple uses carrot and stick to drive Mac OS X upgrades

Perhaps, but something else may be more important to Apple: Moving any laggards to Snow Leopard or Lion, which goes on sale through the Mac App Store next month . Since Mac App Store is an add-on to Snow Leopard and is built-in to Lion, people wanting the ... (Source: Beta News 2011-06-21T19:47:06Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 6:45 pm

Home sales fell to 2011 low, few 1st-time buyers

That's 4.6 percent lower from the same month one year ago. The median price of a new home is nearly 31 percent higher than the median price for a re-sale, or twice the normal markup. The gap is largely because of the flood of foreclosures or short sales ... (Source: Salon 2011-06-21T13:56:20Z)

Investment in equity mkt is risky, says EPFO chief

It is only 10-15% on which we can hope to earn a little more, given the higher rates that are on offer at present. So, on Rs 1.8 lakh crore our returns are booked, on the incremental Rs 30,000 crore we may gain a little but it will not make substantial ... (Source: Times of India 2011-06-22T01:09:13Z)

AP Sources: Hulu mulls putting itself up for sale

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Online video service Hulu is exploring putting itself up for sale after receiving an unsolicited takeover offer, people familiar with the matter said Tuesday. The offer was large enough to make Hulu's board review the deal and consider ... (Source: Oregonian 2011-06-22T01:23:32Z)

Cash buyers are kings in weak home-sales market

"These are people who're … getting back into the market because they see good value." Cash buyers often get better deals because sellers know their offers won't fall through for lack of financing, says Walt Danley, president of the luxury real estate ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-22T00:54:54Z)

ABC's 'Nightline' begins summertime series

"It's in that area between what we know we know, what we can know and what we're worried that we'll never know. That makes it sort of beautiful." "Nightline" is being given 13 weeks for its summer series. (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-22T01:37:51Z)

TV site Hulu considers putting itself up for sale

The offer was large enough to make Hulu's board review the deal ... He has said the company is profitable. The sale talk comes about five months after cable TV and Internet service provider Comcast Corp. completed its takeover of NBC Universal, which ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-22T01:23:32Z)

Bam Margera Furious With Roger Ebert for Slamming Ryan Dunn as Drinking "Jackass"

UPDATE at 9:30 a.m. PT: This morning, Ebert took to his blog to clarify his tweet. "To begin with, I offer my sympathy to Ryan Dunn's family and friends, and to those of Zachary Hartwell, who also died in the crash. I mean that sincerely. It is tragic to ... (Source: Entertainment Online 2011-06-22T01:02:04Z)

Minchin delivers final Senate speech

I had Peter Costello's strong support in one of my toughest challenges, the sale of the government's remaining 50 per cent shareholding in Telstra—which, in a process known as T3, completed the privatisation of Telstra. I do not wish to be partisan ... (Source: Crikey 2011-06-22T01:16:23Z)

Roger Ebert (sort of) apologizes for 'Jackass' tweet

In the backlash to his tweet about the death of "Jackass" star Ryan Dunn on Monday, Roger Ebert posted this to his Chicago-Sun Times blog today: "To begin with, I offer my sympathy to Ryan Dunn's family and friends, and to those of Zachary Hartwell , who ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-06-22T01:37:51Z)

Snail's-Pace U.S. Senate Has Pared-Down Agenda as Default Deadline Looms

Beyond the debt limit, the chamber faces unfinished business on energy, immigration, transportation and education. Senators offer various reasons for their chamber's slow pace, including increased partisanship, re-election politics, and the decline of ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-22T01:30:42Z)

Hearing delayed in legal battle between Coachella Valley olive farmer and balloonists

Robert Gilliland, who represents Fantasy Balloon Flights, one of two companies still fighting the lawsuit, has said defendants should be allowed an inspection to determine what threat balloonists create at the complex, which is shrouded in secrecy. (Source: Desert Sun 2011-06-22T01:02:04Z)

Police: Be on the lookout for man who fatally attacked elderly woman in Farmington

The apartment is in the Margaret Chase Smith elderly housing complex. McDonough said police were looking for a man of small to medium build, about 5 feet, 8 inches tall, wearing dark clothing and a black hooded sweat shirt, and carrying a black backpack. (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-06-22T01:30:42Z)

Sean Bean on 'Game of Thrones,' Emmys and losing his head [video]

"Game of Thrones" is dark, gritty and maybe even too young-skewing for those ... he starred in the "Lord of the Rings" films as well. "'Game of Thrones' is a fantasy set in a timeless land with these very peculiar people, but it isn't magical," Bean ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-22T01:30:42Z)

Britney Spears wows L.A. crowd in lip-synced show

Additionally, Spears' "(Drop Dead) Beautiful" came with pulse-racing projection imagery of beefcake models that echoed Minogue's "Red Blooded Woman" from her 2005 Showgirl trek. In the final stretch of the show, the simple staging of her latest single ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-22T01:23:32Z)

Source: Hulu mulls putting itself up for sale

L OS ANGELES — Online video service Hulu is exploring putting itself up for sale after receiving an unsolicited takeover offer, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday. The offer was large enough to make Hulu's board review the deal and consider ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-22T01:02:04Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 4:43 pm

US STOCKS-S&P, Nasdaq rise 1 pct in 2nd day of gains

But Walgreen Co fell 5.7 percent to $42.61 after the drugstore chain reported higher quarterly earnings but said efforts to renew a deal with pharmacy benefits manager Express Scripts Inc had failed. Barnes & Noble Inc, the No. 1 bookstore chain ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-06-21T15:15:05Z)

U.S. Stocks Advance as Greece Concern Eases

"With each passing day, we know more and more about the situation in Greece and we approach a deal," said Jacques Porta, a Paris-based fund manager at Ofi Patrimoine, who helps oversee about $425 million in stocks. "With each step, there is a sense of relief. (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-21T13:56:20Z)

Ex-Partners Fight to Break Up the BLT Empire

That is because Mr. Haber, 56, is mired in a long-simmering mess that has brought him into the dreaded black hole of the restaurant business: the partnership that goes dark. Both Mr. Haber ... had to be part of any restaurant deal. Indeed, without Mr ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T23:29:00Z)

Mass. for-profit schools could face more scrutiny

Since the schools offer training in industries such as truck driving, information technology, electric and plumbing, lawmakers said the Consumer Affairs Office, which houses the licensing agency, could monitor the quality of programs better than the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-21T23:29:00Z)

Revenue and Medicare are at heart of deficit talks

In private meetings, he has yet to do so, according to numerous officials. The negotiators met on Tuesday as they accelerated efforts to line up a deficit-cutting deal that would accompany legislation raising the nation's $14.3 trillion debt limit. (Source: AOL News 2011-06-21T23:14:41Z)

What a waste, Nokia launches hot, MeeGo smartphone

"Earlier this year, we outlined a comprehensive strategy to change our course",  Stephen Elop, Nokia CEO, says in a statement -- alluding to the Microsoft distribution deal. "Innovation ... a compelling smartphone to offer. Too bad pricing and release ... (Source: Beta News 2011-06-21T14:32:08Z)

Nokia N9 – the first MeeGo-based all-screen smartphone

The scratch-resistant AMOLED screen is Gorilla Glass protected. It looks like Nokia has not abandoned the MeeGo project yet, despite inking a deal with Microsoft. The N9's success, however, is highly dependent on introducing more MeeGo smartphones or ... (Source: Gizmag 2011-06-21T23:21:51Z)

Steven Rodriguez shuts down Vandy, Gators finish 3-1 win

Rodriguez faced four batters Monday before umpires waved players off the field as dark clouds moved in from the south and winds began picking up. Tornado sirens were heard as Mike Yastrzemski flew out to left field. No tornado warning was issued for the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-21T23:07:32Z)

Nokia Unveils N9 Smartphone

The project has faced setbacks, including Nokia's deal with Microsoft Corp., although the Finnish firm had said it would launch a MeeGo device in 2011. In February, Nokia signed a partnership with Microsoft to use the US firm's Windows Phone software as ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T14:32:08Z)

Rodriguez receives redemption in Omaha

Until someone mentioned tornadoes. "When I was coming in from the bullpen, I saw it was getting dark really fast," he said. "I just wanted to get guys out and get out of there. I'm from Miami so we're used to hurricanes. But when someone told me it ... (Source: Gainesville Sun 2011-06-21T23:00:22Z)

NY GOP tables gay marriage; showdown looms

On Tuesday, Albany's backroom dealing cleared the way for the possible Wednesday vote. After an expected marathon session Tuesday to pass a mega deal involving tax, tuition and other issues, the Republican-led Senate now will be able to focus on whether to ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-21T23:29:00Z)

Mets try to talk contract with Jose Reyes, but shortstop's camp won't discuss new deal during season

Yes. The Mets will pony up more than 100 mill, if Reyes meets them in the middle. No. Reyes will get a Carl Crawford-type deal somewhere, money well out of the Mets' reach. Maybe, but only if Reyes' injury history lowers his offers from other teams. (Source: New York Daily News 2011-06-21T23:07:32Z)

Key NFL owners' meeting begins Tuesday

That's how complex — and perhaps contentious — some of the issues are. But no one is saying a deal is imminent, and several owners are known to have strong questions about proposals being discussed with the players. Each side is eager to get something ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-21T12:44:45Z)

Stocks rise for fourth straight day on Greek hopes

Their deal, worth $5.3 billion in revenue this fiscal year, expires at the end of 2011. Express Scripts fell 1.4 percent. Best Buy Co. rose 2 percent after increasing its dividend by 7 percent. The electronics retailer also approved a program to buy back ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-21T15:15:05Z)

Labor deal tops agenda for NFL owners

NFL owners will begin an extended meeting today in hopes of finding an agreement over a new labor deal. If they can't strike a deal with players, the season will be cancelled. JEREMY HOBSON: Now to some labor meetings going on in Chicago today between the ... (Source: Marketplace.publicradio.org 2011-06-21T14:10:39Z)

Frank McCourt's lawyer: Don't force us to sue

I don't think the commissioner really has the information." Manfred said McCourt and his representatives have discussed the Fox deal in numerous meetings in the commissioner's office over the past several months. Manfred said McCourt submitted written ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-21T23:36:10Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 2:43 pm

U.S. Stocks Advance as Greece Concern Eases

"With each passing day, we know more and more about the situation in Greece and we approach a deal," said Jacques Porta, a Paris-based fund manager at Ofi Patrimoine, who helps oversee about $425 million in stocks. "With each step, there is a sense of relief. (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-21T13:56:20Z)

Cavaliers and Wizards swapping draft picks?

6 and 18 for the No. 4 pick. The caveat? Enes Kanter has to be there at No. 4 for the Wizards. If he's not, there's no deal. The Cavs, for their part, would take Valanciunas at No. 6 and add a third asset at No. 18. Jordan Hamilton and Marshon Brooks are ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-06-21T21:20:09Z)

Wall Street rises amid optimism about Greece

Their deal expires at the end of the year. Express Scripts fell 2.7 percent in pre-market trading. Best Buy Co. rose 4 percent in pre-market trading after it increased its quarterly dividend by 7 percent to 16 cents per share. The electronics retailer also ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-21T13:20:33Z)

What a waste, Nokia launches hot, MeeGo smartphone

"Earlier this year, we outlined a comprehensive strategy to change our course",  Stephen Elop, Nokia CEO, says in a statement -- alluding to the Microsoft distribution deal. "Innovation is at the heart of our strategy, and today we took important steps to ... (Source: Beta News 2011-06-21T14:32:08Z)

Nokia Unveils N9 Smartphone

The project has faced setbacks, including Nokia's deal with Microsoft Corp., although the Finnish firm had said it would launch a MeeGo device in 2011. In February, Nokia signed a partnership with Microsoft to use the US firm's Windows Phone software as ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T14:32:08Z)

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell insists owner consensus not the goal in Chicago

Goodell sidestepped a question about whether he felt the owners had given him the authority to make a deal on lines already sketched out between owners and players in negotiations that have picked up pace and reportedly improved in tone in recent weeks. (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2011-06-21T21:13:00Z)

Greece Takes the Eurozone's Future to the Brink

Even basic financial transactions like simple loans and mortgages would have to be re-organised, never mind multi-billion-euro international business deals. It could become an international legal minefield, taking years if not decades to resolve in the courts. (Source: Common Dreams 2011-06-21T13:20:33Z)

Stocks rise for fourth straight day on Greek hopes

Their deal, worth $5.3 billion in revenue this fiscal year, expires at the end of 2011. Express Scripts fell 1.4 percent. Best Buy Co. rose 2 percent after increasing its dividend by 7 percent. The electronics retailer also approved a program to buy back ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-06-21T15:15:05Z)

Chile ash cloud: Canceled flights in Australia strand thousands; service may resume Wednesday

Virgin Australia , JetStar and Qantas airlines Tuesday canceled hundreds of flights in and out of Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Canberra due to the volcanic ash cloud from Chile , which has circled the globe and swirled into airspace in southeastern ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-21T21:20:09Z)

Shell buys 254 British gas stations for $400M

The company said the deal will boost its presence in a lucrative market and bring "competitively priced" Shell-branded gas to British customers. The move marks an exception to Shell's recent series of sales of non-production businesses, but the company ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-21T21:34:28Z)

Noki N9 MeeGo Smartphone Unveiled: Will It Survive New Windows Phone Launch? (VIDEO)

"It will take a lot of cooperation between Microsoft and Nokia to do it and with this kind of business deal we only have a 50-50 percent (chance) to begin with." Nokia also said it plans to launch up to 10 new smartphones using its own Symbian operating system. (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-21T21:20:09Z)

AP source: NFL owners, players to meet again

That injunction is on hold, and a ruling could come anytime. "This is the season to get a deal," Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay said Tuesday before entering the conference room where representatives from all 32 teams were being updated by Commissioner ... (Source: Salon 2011-06-21T21:13:00Z)

Amazon offers $100 credit today only with Xbox 360 4GB Kinect bundle

A look at today's Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day may have you confused at first glance. The deal offers up the Xbox 360 4GB Kinect Bundle for $299.98. You might be saying, "but that's only one cent less than the normal price for the bundle," and ... (Source: Geek.Com 2011-06-21T21:05:50Z)

Gabrielle Giffords Has Memoir Deal, Mark Kelly Retires From NASA

For the book deal, Kelly and Giffords were represented by Washington attorney Robert Barnett, whose clients include President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. The memoir will be edited at Scribner by executive vice president and ... (Source: WUSA 2011-06-21T21:27:19Z)

Giffords and Husband to Write Memoir

Representative Gabrielle Giffords of Arizona and her husband, the astronaut Mark E. Kelly, have made a deal to write a memoir of their lives together, their publisher said on Tuesday. The book will be an account of their courtship, Ms. Giffords's ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2011-06-21T21:13:00Z)

Cavaliers mulling NBA draft decisions

32 and 54) and a $14.5 million trade exception, assets they may package with players or owner Dan Gilbert's cash to make deals. On Monday ... But that seems unlikely unless they can strike a deal with Minnesota, which has entertained offers but seems ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T21:05:50Z)

Reyes Rebuffs Mets on Contract Talks

That team may want to make a deal only if Reyes agrees to a contract extension to cover future seasons. In such a situation, the team would probably want a 24-hour window from the commissioner's office to talk directly to Reyes and his agent about a long ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T21:13:00Z)

Key NFL owners' meeting begins Tuesday

That's how complex — and perhaps contentious — some of the issues are. But no one is saying a deal is imminent, and several owners are known to have strong questions about proposals being discussed with the players. Each side is eager to get something ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-21T12:44:45Z)

Greece faces vote crucial to avoid default

Euro zone officials have told Reuters the plan for the new bailout, meant to extend Greece's year-old 110-billion-euro deal and fund it into late 2014, would feature up to 60 billion euros of fresh official loans, 30 billion euros from the private sector ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T13:13:23Z)

Giffords has memoir deal, Kelly retires from NASA

Scribner will publish the book at a date to be determined. Because of rules covering members of the House of Representatives, Giffords will not receive an advance against royalties and the deal must be cleared by the House ethics committee. Royalties ... (Source: Forbes 2011-06-21T20:58:41Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 12:44 pm

44 Killed in Russian Plane Crash, 8 Survivors

Amateur video showed the plane consumed by fierce flames in the dark night. The plane was carrying 52 people, including nine crew members, according to the Emergencies Ministry. Four of the dead had dual U.S. and Russian citizenship -- Lyudmila Simanova ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T18:42:40Z)

Vandy loses 3-1 to Fla. in CWS

Rodriguez faced four batters Monday night before umpires waved players off the field as dark clouds moved in from the south and winds began picking up.    Tornado sirens were heard as Mike Yastrzemski flew out to left field. No tornado warning was issued ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-21T18:42:40Z)

Delft: Vermeer and porcelain in quaint Dutch city

Even the light fixtures in each room are a sight. Entry is a bargain at $11.50 (8 euros) — look for a euro off coupon at tourist centers. Splurge on the $7 (5 euros) chance to play with depth and be in your own Escher-style keepsake print picture (and ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-21T18:56:59Z)

Florida beats Vandy in storm-delayed game, 3-1

Rodriguez faced four batters Monday before umpires waved players off the field as dark clouds moved in from the south and winds began picking up. Tornado sirens were heard as Mike Yastrzemski flew out to left field. No tornado warning was issued for the ... (Source: GoVolsXtra 2011-06-21T19:11:18Z)

Blackberry-maker RIM ripe for takeover?

Prime Minister Stephen Harper's government in November rejected Melbourne-based BHP Billiton Ltd's $40 billion hostile takeover of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan-based Potash Corp of Saskatchewan after the province said the sale would cut jobs and tax revenue. (Source: Times of India 2011-06-21T05:35:16Z)

British Library, Google in deal to digitize books

Google has digitized 13 million books in similar deals with more than 40 libraries around the world. But its plan to put millions of copyrighted titles online has been opposed by the publishing industry and is the subject of a legal battle in the United States. (Source: Detroit News 2011-06-21T05:42:25Z)

Real M&A: RIM Takeover Beckons

Prime Minister Stephen Harper's government in November rejected Melbourne-based BHP Billiton Ltd.'s $40 billion hostile takeover of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan-based Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan after the province said the sale would cut jobs and tax revenue. (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-21T07:29:48Z)

A Toy Story: `Cars' merchandise ubiquitous (AP)

Mattel Inc. is now selling more than 150 different "Cars 2" toys and there are numerous tie-in deals, including with Williams-Sonoma, Nestle Ltd, Goodyear and Kimberly-Clark Corp. Of course, there's also "Cars 2: The Videogame." A 12-acre "Cars Land" is ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T19:04:09Z)

Polimeri Europa S.p.A. - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review - new company profile

It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eni S.pA. The company along with its subsidiaries focuses on the manufacture and sale of petrochemical products. It's product portfolio includes basic chemicals such as ethylene; propylene; butadiene; dimethyl carbonate ... (Source: Transworld News 2011-06-21T19:18:28Z)

The Heat Can Improve With a Different Big Three

I told Van Gundy that his analysis for Miami moving forward caught my attention because I had had similar thoughts about potential megastar deals, though not necessarily involving Miami. In a recent conversation with Donnie Walsh, the departing Knicks ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T19:32:47Z)

Rain stops CWS game; Gators lead Vandy 3-1 in 6th

Dark clouds moved in from the south and winds began picking up in the bottom of the sixth. Tornado sirens were heard as Mike Yastrzemski flew out to left field. Home plate umpire Jim Garman looked to his left and right after that play, apparently looking ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-21T05:28:06Z)

Apple unveils new Time Capsules

Until then however, the new Time Capsules are available now, and according to the Apple Store, they ship within 24 hours. Unfortunately for bargain hunters, the previous model of Time Capsule is listed as sold out in the Apple clearance store. (Source: Geek.Com 2011-06-21T18:49:50Z)

A Toy Story: 'Cars' merchandise ubiquitous

Mattel Inc. is now selling more than 150 different "Cars 2" toys and there are numerous tie-in deals, including with Williams-Sonoma, Nestle Ltd, Goodyear and Kimberly-Clark Corp. Of course, there's also "Cars 2: The Videogame." A 12-acre "Cars Land" is ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-06-21T18:49:50Z)

GEO Specialty Chemicals, Inc. - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review - new company profile

GEO Specialty Chemicals, Inc. - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review - GEO Specialty Chemicals, Inc. (GEO) is a privately-owned specialty chemical company engaged in the manufacture, distribution and sale of specialty chemicals. The company principally serves ... (Source: Transworld News 2011-06-21T18:49:50Z)

Did LeBron James Help Increase Heat Franchise Value by $60 Million?

'You had ticket sales going up, sponsorships and local media deals going up. It's hard to think of any one athlete whose changing of teams [is comparable].'" (Source: SLAM 2011-06-21T18:42:40Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 21, 2011, 10:43 am

Where Park Visitors Answer a Call to Battle

There's a pioneer fur trader, too, a man who negotiated with the Delaware Indians to move them out of central Indiana and lost his Delaware Indian wife and children in the bargain. And let's not forget the 20th-century philanthropist who envisioned a ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T17:09:37Z)

NY GOP meets privately; gay marriage still unclear

In the true essence of Albany, politicians in this nearly 400-year-old city will bargain and bicker over a host of seemingly unconnected issues as gay couples and other states watch closely for indications about which way the national debate is evolving ... (Source: The Ledger 2011-06-21T17:02:27Z)

Existing Home Sales Fall To Six Month Low

Data from the National Association of Realtors Tuesday showed the sale of existing US homes during the month of May fell to a six-month low but were not as bad as some had expected. The closely-tracked check on the America's severely depressed housing ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2011-06-21T17:02:27Z)

British Library, Google in deal to digitize books

Google has digitized 13 million books in similar deals with more than 40 libraries around the world. But its plan to put millions of copyrighted titles online has been opposed by the publishing industry and is the subject of a legal battle in the United States. (Source: ABC Action News 2011-06-21T17:09:37Z)

Home sales fell to 2011 low, few 1st-time buyers

Re-sold homes are a bargain compared with new homes. The median sales price for a previously occupied home in May was $166,500. The median price of a new home is nearly 31 percent higher than the price for a re-sale — around twice the normal markup. (Source: NorthJersey.com 2011-06-21T17:16:46Z)

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: WISH-TV 2011-06-21T16:40:59Z)

In the balance: NY senators stuck on gay marriage

Politicians in this nearly 400-year-old city will bargain and bicker over a host of seemingly unconnected issues such as rent control for New York City apartment dwellers and a cap on property taxes. Meanwhile, gay couples and other states watch closely ... (Source: Erie Times-News 2011-06-21T17:09:37Z)

Gay Marriage, Rent Regulation And Property Taxes Hang In The Balance

In the true essence of Albany, politicians in this nearly 400-year-old city will bargain and bicker over a host of seemingly unconnected issues as gay couples and other states watch closely for indications about which way the national debate is evolving ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-21T17:02:27Z)

Pakistan Detains Senior Officer on Suspicion of Militant Ties

General Khan was posted for the last two years at the army's general headquarters in the regulations directorate, which mainly deals with the human resource management issues of the army. He comes from a military background and has relatives and ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-21T16:55:18Z)

Charlotte murder suspect surrenders in S.C.

Mays has been sought by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police's violent crime task force after the death of Clarence James Carter, 22, during a neighborhood dispute April 30 on Polk Street. Police say the shooting happened shortly after 8 p.m. that night after an argument. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-21T16:48:08Z)

Greek PM faces crucial confidence vote

Greece's embattled prime minister faced a crucial confidence vote in parliament Tuesday over the new cabinet he formed to help pass the unpopular austerity measures needed to avoid a national default. If Prime Minister George Papandreou's new government ... (Source: Santa Maria Times 2011-06-21T16:55:18Z)

Cabinet vote nears as EU/IMF team heads to Greece

Citing unnamed sources, daily Eleftherotypia reported on Tuesday the team may discuss income taxes and a levy on soft drinks, as well as the planned sale of majority stakes in Greek utilities PPC, EYDAP and Thessaloniki Water. Those sales, extremely ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-21T08:55:42Z)

Commerce Secretary nominee John Bryson gets backing of the Business Roundtable

But the nomination has become bogged down amid disputes over pending trade deals and questions by some Republicans about Bryson's environmental views. The partisan clashes between the White House and congressional Republicans have slowed the confirmation ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-21T17:31:05Z)

Greece Considers Drastic Measures for Another Bailout

Though the European Stability Mechanism will not be established until 2013, the bailout deals for Portugal, Greece, and Ireland will not have the preferred-creditor features. Michael Noonan, Irish finance minister, said of the ESM, "The change makes it ... (Source: New American 2011-06-21T16:48:08Z)

BC-IN--Indiana News Digest, IN

New. — ETHANOL PLANT LAYOFFS, from SOUTH BEND: The oldest ethanol plant in Indiana is cutting about 30 jobs this summer and the company that owns the plants is up for sale. New. — VA HOSPITAL REPORT, from FORT WAYNE: The VA Medical Center in Fort Wayne ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2011-06-21T17:23:56Z)

McCain under fire for blaming blazes on immigrants

The blaze was 75 percent contained early Monday and full containment was expected by Tuesday. _ Nine miles north of Santa Fe, N.M., smoke rose from the mountains for a third afternoon as the Pacheco Canyon fire marched toward the rugged Pecos Wilderness. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-21T17:16:46Z)

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