Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 10:48 pm

Red Sox 2, Astros 1: Beckett overpowers 'Stros

Beckett said he tried not to think about his selection too much before the game. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: Milford Daily News 2011-07-04T04:29:44Z)

Mike Cameron knew time was running out

It would be uncharted (waters) for me, so I don't know what it would be like. . . . There are situations that come about where you have to go with change. And that's something I'll have to deal with when we sit down to discuss that." (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-02T08:06:51Z)

Thailand opposition wins election

"Those were good times when he was prime minister," she added. "I'm just afraid that, with her victory, dark hands will take away our rights again." Yingluck, aware of the criticism that she is, in her brother's own words, his "clone," said Sunday that she ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-04T05:12:41Z)

McCain: Afghan drawdown `unnecessary risk'

Lieberman called the idea that Afghan President Hamid Karzai, NATO leaders and insurgent commanders could talk out their differences at a peace conference "a dream, a fantasy." The senators' harshest observations were reserved for Pakistan, home of many of ... (Source: Missoulian 2011-07-04T04:29:44Z)

Prince William and Kate face anti-monarchy protesters in Quebec

Kate!" after the dark sedan bearing the prince's freshly created Canadian flag appeared. The couple chatted briefly on the street with dignitaries and two of the centre's young clients, Steven and Marie-Pier, just below a banner beckoning, "Bienvenue ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2011-07-04T04:44:03Z)

Obama says ending tax breaks required to cut deficit

Obama is locked in a dispute with Republicans over how to bring down the deficit as part of a deal to raise the debt ceiling and prevent Washington from default. Democrats insist that some tax increases be included in a deficit-cutting package. Republicans ... (Source: Reuters 2011-07-02T17:32:22Z)

Prince William, Kate undeterred by Quebec protests

In a nod to Quebeckers, Kate wore a dark blue lace Jacquenta dress by the designer Erdem. It was the second time during the trip that she wore a dress from the collection of the Montreal-born, London-based Erdem Moralioglu. She later wore a cream-colored ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-07-04T05:05:32Z)

Prosecutors weigh options in assault case

Prosecutors have a number of options, including going ahead with the current charges or reducing them. They could try to negotiate a plea deal, though it's unclear whether Strauss-Kahn would entertain one. He has asserted his innocence, and the doubts ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2011-07-04T04:15:25Z)

Beckett keys sweep as Sox wrap up interleague gauntlet

Beckett got the news before the game as he was preparing for his start. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: South Coast Today 2011-07-04T04:08:16Z)

Gaddafi can stay in Libya if he quits: rebel chief

Previous attempts to negotiate a peace deal have foundered, but some analysts say Gaddafi's entourage -- if perhaps not the Libyan leader himself -- may look for a way out as air strikes and sanctions narrow their options. Gaddafi's daughter Aisha said ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-02T23:58:54Z)

Obama: No tax break is off limits

Veterans of previous budget deals say there's no way Obama and Congress can meet the Aug. 2 deadline even if a broad overall agreement is reached in the next two weeks. First, it could take weeks more for lawmakers and staff aides to implement that deal ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-07-04T04:58:22Z)

Transformers' Sequel Sets July 4 Box Office Record With $97.4 Million

"Transformers: Dark of the Moon" collected $97.4 million in ticket sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the first three days of the July 4th weekend, the largest-ever opening for a movie during the American holiday. "Dark of the Moon," the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-03T21:20:14Z)

Strauss-Kahn Freed on Own Recognizance

A few minutes later, Strauss-Kahn, clean shaven and dressed in a dark blue business suit, walked out of the courtroom into bright sunlight, his arm around his wife. His next hearing is scheduled for July 18, at which time all the charges could be dropped ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2011-07-02T03:49:09Z)

Kate Moss and Jamie Hince honeymooning in Timbuktu

She wants to soak up the culture with Jamie. Kate wants to meet the locals and take in the beautiful surroundings – and who better to do this with than the love of her life?" The newlyweds left their three-day wedding at Kate's Cotswolds home by ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-07-04T05:34:10Z)

Party of ousted PM's sister wins Thai elections

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T20:08:39Z)

Plane truth is presidential demagoguery

More broadly, no one threw a flag on his claim that "every single observer who's not an elected official, who's not a politician," agrees with him on the burning need to raise taxes as part of any budget deal. This is a good example of Obama's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-04T04:22:35Z)

'Transformers' shape up with year's best opening weekend

Distributor Paramount Pictures said Sunday that "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" took in $97.4 million domestically in its first weekend. That beat the $90.2 million debut of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides." But the domestic haul for ... (Source: News-Press 2011-07-04T04:22:35Z)

'Transformers' has year's best weekend

Distributor Paramount Pictures said Sunday that "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" took in $97.4 million domestically in its first weekend. That beat the $90.2 million debut of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides." Paramount ... (Source: St. Cloud Times 2011-07-04T05:27:00Z)

Prince William and Kate Middleton Met by Protesters on Tour of Canada

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock -- a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T08:55:47Z)

Ohio Turnpike lease plans bring toll hike fears

It also gives the state's legislature some control over any potential deals after concerns were raised about whether ... "It's a terribly unfair deal for northern Ohioans who have largely paid for the turnpike over the years," said Tim Brown, a ... (Source: CBS News 2011-07-04T05:19:51Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 8:48 pm

Party of ousted PM's sister wins Thai elections

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T20:08:39Z)

Worley to Stutes to Bastardo not how Phillies drew it up

Short term? Start thinking nicknames. Are Stutes and Bastardo the Two Clubs - a powerful opening bid in bridge? How long will they seal deals for the Four, whoops, Three, whoops, almost Two, Aces? PHILS' TOP 10 PROSPECTS AT MIDSEASON Baseball is a complex ... (Source: News-Democrat 2011-07-04T01:30:47Z)

Ohio Turnpike lease plans bring toll hike fears

It also gives the state's legislature some control over any potential deals after concerns were raised about whether ... which is funded through tolls and the sale of gas and food at rest stops. "It's a terribly unfair deal for northern Ohioans ... (Source: Canton Repository 2011-07-04T00:47:50Z)

Third blast hits Egyptian gas pipeline since Mubarak's ouster

Egyptian officials have been trying to amend the deals with both countries since Mubarak's ouster. Dancing with the Stars 200th episode party at Boulevard 3. Off the red carpet: Rick Fox,Emmitt Smith,Michael Irving,Tia Carrere, Mark Ballas. Suge Knight has ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

Finding winner in swipe fee debate might be difficult

Joe Fasula, co-owner of Scranton-based supermarket chain Gerrity's, said the swipe fees cut into the profitability of every sale, as do other electronic fees. A retailer's costs are always reflected in price, he said, so clearly swipe-fee cost is worked ... (Source: Scranton Times-Tribune 2011-07-04T01:45:06Z)

Beckett fans season-high 11 as Red Sox top Astros

Beckett said he tried not to think about his selection too much before the game. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: WHDH.com 2011-07-04T00:54:59Z)

Research and Markets: China Gas Markets, 2011 - Covering Data on Key Regulations, Companies and Energy Assets in China

The report compares the investment environment in China with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the natural gas sector in China together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-04T02:56:41Z)

Ohio budget a big rule changer

State Sen. Mark Wagoner, R-Toledo, said the original version of the bill granted to sole authority on sale or leasing terms to the governor's administration, specifically the department of transportation director. "We fought very hard in the Senate version ... (Source: Zanesville Times Recorder 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

European Council: 'China is taking over Europe'

Both China and Germany have signed 14 new agreements and China inked $15 billion in new business deals, including the purchase of 62 new Airbus A320 passenger jets. While this comes as positive economic news for a struggling world economy, some observers ... (Source: Catholic Online 2011-07-04T01:37:56Z)

Thaksin party wins Thai election

"But, as we know in Thai politics, these deals can fall over very quickly," he added. Some Thais, especially females, see Yingluck's victory as a big step for women in a country where they have struggled for equal representation in government. "I've always ... (Source: Al Jazeera 2011-07-04T00:40:40Z)

MLB: N.Y. Mets 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 (10 inn.)

Francisco Rodriguez (2-2) earned the win with two innings of scoreless relief for the Mets, who avoided a three-game sweep at the hands of the Yankees. Curtis Granderson and Nick Swisher drove in the Yankees' runs. (Source: United Press International 2011-07-04T02:13:44Z)

Jason Bay delivers RBI single in 10th as Mets come back against Mariano Rivera & Yankees, 3-2

Robinson Cano doubles in the 5th and comes home on a Nick Swisher single, tying the game, 1-1. (Andrew Theodorakis/News) "This is enormous," Collins said. "To have the game we had, to battle to the end and to score off Mariano, which doesn't happen very ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-07-04T02:06:34Z)

African Union Members Agree to Disregard Qaddafi Arrest Warrant

"The ICC is a European Guantanamo Bay. It's only against the African leaders. It never deals with the crimes committed by the United States of America ... and by the European powers ... everywhere in the world." (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T10:00:12Z)

Summer in the city with music

Many musicians who have got their start at Summer Nights have gone on to get record deals and prosper as full-time musicians. One of those is Chris Henderson who got his start in Ben Block's Big Bad Blues Band. Henderson has since gone on to be signed to ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-07-04T01:45:06Z)

Europe debt crisis shadows Fed meeting on economy

The Fed could resume that effort if the European crisis worsened. It could also pursue stepped-up lending to financial firms through its emergency loan program, called the discount window. And it could resume the unorthodox loan programs it used during the ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-03T18:49:55Z)

Thai election results show ousted PM's party ahead

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: CBS News 2011-07-03T14:10:45Z)

Rivera, Yankees let sweep slip away against Mets

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. NOTES: The Yankees optioned rookie RHP Ivan Nova to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a spot in the ... (Source: The State 2011-07-04T01:09:18Z)

All-Star Pitching and a Late Walk Help the Red Sox

"It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction ... ORIOLES 5, BRAVES 4 Mark Reynolds hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and Nick Markakis had a career-high five hits as visiting Baltimore ended its five-game losing ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-04T01:37:56Z)

July 4 fireworks banned for fear of wildfires

And wildfires have charred thousands of square miles in recent months. Some parts of the affected region already ban the sale or use of fireworks — or at least the types that explode or scatter fireballs, such as bottle rockets and Roman candles. (Source: CBS42.com 2011-07-04T00:47:50Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 6:49 pm

Google's "Pi" In The Face

Where are those music deals promised over a year ago? How about the television content deals for Google TV? The list goes on.  As I wrote over six months ago , Google appears to be living in a dream world — and they're edging dangerously close to limbo. (Source: TechCrunch 2011-07-03T04:59:33Z)

Anthony weeps as prosecutor calls her liar

Jose Baez spent most of his four-hour argument Sunday concentrating on holes in the prosecution's forensic evidence, saying it was based on a "fantasy." The judge overseeing the case indicated that the jury will begin deliberating on Monday. Prosecutors ... (Source: USA Today 2011-07-04T01:30:47Z)

Casey Anthony trial: As case draws to a close, is the duct tape key?

She should have reported this death." Baez spent much of his closing argument attacking the quality of the state's evidence, calling it a "forensic fantasy and nothing more." "Reasonable doubt lives here, it is throughout the case, it is ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2011-07-04T01:16:28Z)

Red Sox 2, Astros 1 (adds quotes)

Beckett got the news before the game as he was preparing for his start. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: YAHOO! 2011-07-03T23:00:27Z)

Rivera, Yankees let Subway Series sweep slip away with 3-2 loss to Mets in 10 innings

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. NOTES: The Yankees optioned rookie RHP Ivan Nova to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a spot in the ... (Source: Washington Post 2011-07-04T01:09:18Z)

Ohio Turnpike lease plans bring toll hike fears

It also gives the state's legislature some control over any potential deals after concerns were raised about whether ... which is funded through tolls and the sale of gas and food at rest stops. "It's a terribly unfair deal for northern Ohioans ... (Source: Canton Repository 2011-07-04T00:47:50Z)

Flawless Watney holds off Choi

NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA. — Nick Watney capped off an amazing weekend at Aronimink to win the AT&T National on Sunday, moving him to No. 10 in the world and atop the PGA Tour money list for the first time in his career. Watney closed with a 4-under 66 on a ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2011-07-04T00:40:40Z)

African Union Members Agree to Disregard Qaddafi Arrest Warrant

"The ICC is a European Guantanamo Bay. It's only against the African leaders. It never deals with the crimes committed by the United States of America ... and by the European powers ... everywhere in the world." (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T10:00:12Z)

When a Predator Collides With a Fabricator

France tried to block W.'s spun-up attack on Iraq, but we knew that the French government had a history of making special oil deals with Saddam Hussein, and of favoring expediency over principle. France refused to believe that DSK could force himself on ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-03T14:25:04Z)

Beckett fans season-high 11 as Red Sox top Astros

Beckett said he tried not to think about his selection too much before the game. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: WHDH.com 2011-07-04T00:54:59Z)

Rivera, Yankees let sweep slip away against Mets

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. NOTES: The Yankees optioned rookie RHP Ivan Nova to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a spot in the ... (Source: AP - NBC Sports 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

All-Star Pitching and a Late Walk Help the Red Sox

"It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction ... ORIOLES 5, BRAVES 4 Mark Reynolds hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and Nick Markakis had a career-high five hits as visiting Baltimore ended its five-game losing ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-04T01:37:56Z)

Ohio budget a big rule-changer

State Sen. Mark Wagoner, R-Toledo, said the original version of the bill granted sole authority on sale or leasing terms to the governor's administration, specifically the department of transportation director. "We fought very hard in the Senate version ... (Source: Chillico Gazette 2011-07-03T23:29:05Z)

Colon comes off DL to pitch Yankees past Mets 5-2

Robinson Cano ripped a two-run triple into the right-field corner, cracking a wide smile as he stood on third, and Nick Swisher followed with a sacrifice fly. Nunez added a solo homer off Tim Byrdak in the ninth to make it 5-0. Nunez also had a pair of ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2011-07-03T01:03:20Z)

Third blast hits Egyptian gas pipeline since Mubarak's ouster

Egyptian officials have been trying to amend the deals with both countries since Mubarak's ouster. Dancing with the Stars 200th episode party at Boulevard 3. Off the red carpet: Rick Fox,Emmitt Smith,Michael Irving,Tia Carrere, Mark Ballas. Suge Knight has ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

Anthony lets out emotions in court

Defense attorney Jose Baez said the prosecutors' case was so weak they tried to portray Ms. Anthony as "a lying, no-good slut" and that their forensic evidence was based on a "fantasy." He said Caylee's death was "an accident that snowballed ... (Source: Washington Times 2011-07-04T00:26:21Z)

Watney is flawless in 2-shot win at AT&T National

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — Never mind that Nick Watney was the highest-ranked player at the AT&T National, or that he won a World Golf Championship in March. Stepping to the first tee Sunday in a tie for the lead at the AT&T National, he had reason to feel overlooked. (Source: Albany Herald 2011-07-04T00:54:59Z)

Millions head out of town for the holiday weekend

But whether flying or driving, travel experts say there are still deals if travelers are flexible when it comes to where you go and where you stay. "They should be taking advantage of added value deals from hotels. This is free nights, free room upgrades ... (Source: 9News 2011-07-03T23:21:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 4:45 pm

Should Bank of America Seize Bonuses to Pay its $8.5 Billion Settlement?

What about all the executives who made bonuses based on the sale of those securities? And what about the executives who conducted the due diligence on Bank of America's purchase of Countrywide, which led them to take on this multi-billion dollar headache? (Source: Atlantic Online (blog) 2011-07-01T17:04:55Z)

In Strauss-Kahn case, DA weighs limited options

Prosecutors have a number of options, including going ahead with the current charges or reducing them. They could try to negotiate a plea deal, though it's unclear whether Strauss-Kahn would entertain one. He has asserted his innocence, and the doubts ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-07-03T22:46:08Z)

Eurozone delays decision on new Greek bailout

That means finance ministers would miss the July 11 deadline, the date of their next meeting by which time Rehn had said he wanted a deal. "A key question, to a large extent, will be how decisions are made concerning the responsibility of private investors ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-03T12:01:54Z)

Greece needs Herculean reforms to secure bailout

On the list are public utilities whose sale is sure to prompt public reaction. "Greece now needs to push faster fiscal adjustments and structural reforms," said EFG Eurobank economist Platon Monokroussos. "On the privatisation front, it is of essence the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T22:17:30Z)

Church's bell identified as that from 19th century lighthouse tragedy

The incident claimed the lives of two lighthouse keepers. But the bell lives on. Harrison says the 650-pound fog bell was purchased at a salvage sale in the late 1850s and transported from Massachusetts to Maine. Fifty years later, it ended up in the ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-07-03T23:00:27Z)

Online Campaign Aims to Help Cheerleader Who Refused to Cheer for Player She Said Raped Her

A second grand jury indicted him 10 months later. Bolton eventually pleaded guilty to a lesser assault charge in a plea deal and was given a suspended one-year sentence. Charges were dropped against two others indicted in the incident. The girl ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T22:53:18Z)

Mets get to Mariano Rivera, then win it in 10th, 3-2

But Rivera couldn't close the deal. Reyes felt tightness in his left hamstring and ... Robinson Cano led off with a double to left, the Yanks' first hit of the game. He scored on Nick Swisher's single up the middle. With one out, Pena hit a grounder ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2011-07-03T22:17:30Z)

BofA Spins Off Its Last PE Fund

Earlier this week, BofA had announced the completion of sale of its insurance subsidiary Balboa Insurance Company and affiliated entities to QBE Insurance Group. The company had inherited Balboa from Countrywide Financial, which it acquired in 2008. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-03T12:52:00Z)

Cash, Bird lift Mystics over Storm 73-63

(AP Photo/Nick Wass) — AP Seattle Storm's Katie Smith (14) goes up against Washington Mystics' Nicky Anosike, right, during the first half of an WNBA basketball game on Sunday, July 3, 2011, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) — AP WASHINGTON — Swin ... (Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 2011-07-03T22:38:59Z)

Does Motorola Benefit from Google Blundering the Nortel Patents?

On Friday, InterDigital ( IDCC ), owner of a broad spectrum of wireless patents, was up 14.7% – no doubt related to the size of the Nortel deal. Motorola was also up 6.5%; without any other news one must surmise that the gain was partially related to the ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2011-07-03T08:34:18Z)

Apple, Microsoft and four others team-up to buy Nortel patents for $4.5 billion

The sale is a big one for Nortel, a company dealing with a bankruptcy. The deal is still subject to approval from Canadian and U.S. courts. A decision is set to take place in a joint hearing expected to be held on July 11, the Toronto-based communications ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-01T23:45:47Z)

Mets rally against Rivera, avoid sweep by Yanks

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. An error by second baseman Justin Turner helped the Yankees load the bases, but Dickey escaped when Granderson ... (Source: Eyewitness News 2011-07-03T22:31:49Z)

Lobster hits the mass market with Maine-made frozen dinners

The creations are targeted at lobster lovers and foodies who don't want to deal with a live product and want the ease and convenience of simply taking something out of the freezer and popping it into the oven. The first time Maine Lobster Council ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-07-03T23:14:46Z)

MLB: N.Y. Mets 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 (10 inn.)

Francisco Rodriguez (2-2) earned the win with two innings of scoreless relief for the Mets, who avoided a three-game sweep at the hands of the Yankees. Curtis Granderson and Nick Swisher drove in the Yankees' runs. (Source: United Press International 2011-07-03T22:31:49Z)

U.S. Stocks Surge Most Since July 2009 on Greece, Manufacturing Report

Net income will rise 19 percent in 2011, the data show. To contact the reporter on this story: Cecile Vannucci in New York at cvannucci1@bloomberg.net To contact the editor responsible for this story: Nick Baker at nbaker7@bloomberg.net (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-02T09:39:55Z)

Bank of America in $8.5bn mortgage settlement

The deal comes after a group of 22 investors demanded that the bank repurchase $47 billion in mortgages that its Countrywide unit sold to them in the form of bonds. The group, which includes the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Pimco Investment Management ... (Source: Vanguard 2011-07-03T22:53:18Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 2:52 pm

Apple, Microsoft and four others team-up to buy Nortel patents for $4.5 billion

The sale is a big one for Nortel, a company dealing with a bankruptcy. The deal is still subject to approval from Canadian and U.S. courts. A decision is set to take place in a joint hearing expected to be held on July 11, the Toronto-based communications ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-01T23:45:47Z)

Dealtalk: Google bid "pi" for Nortel patents and lost

Lazard Ltd advised Nortel in the deal, while Jefferies advised its creditors. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP was legal adviser to Nortel's creditors, while Cleary Gottlieb advised the company. (Source: Reuters 2011-07-02T02:23:15Z)

U.S. Nasdaq May Bid for London Stock Exchange, Times Says

Nasdaq has yet to appoint advisers to work on an offer, it said. LSE dropped its offer for Canadian rival TMX Group Inc. last week, saying too few shareholders supported the C$3.32 billion ($3.5 billion) merger. To contact the reporter on this story ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-03T09:53:03Z)

Does Motorola Benefit from Google Blundering the Nortel Patents?

On Friday, InterDigital ( IDCC ), owner of a broad spectrum of wireless patents, was up 14.7% – no doubt related to the size of the Nortel deal. Motorola was also up 6.5%; without any other news one must surmise that the gain was partially related to the ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2011-07-03T08:34:18Z)

Lee's scoreless streak ends in Phillies' loss to Blue Jays

Victorino stayed down and appeared to have twisted his left ankle on the play. He was tended to by trainers and remained in the game. A baserunning error by Victorino cost the Phillies an insurance run in the eighth. Reliever Marc Rzepczynski left after ... (Source: USA Today 2011-07-03T21:13:05Z)

Calif. GOP claims win in holding out against taxes

But after nearly six months of negotiations, the two sides could not reach a compromise. Instead, the deal Brown reached with Democratic legislative leaders contained billions of dollars in cuts to social programs and public universities and colleges ... (Source: North County Times 2011-07-03T20:22:58Z)

Mike Cameron knew time was running out

It would be uncharted (waters) for me, so I don't know what it would be like. . . . There are situations that come about where you have to go with change. And that's something I'll have to deal with when we sit down to discuss that." (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-02T08:06:51Z)

Obama says ending tax breaks required to cut deficit

Obama is locked in a dispute with Republicans over how to bring down the deficit as part of a deal to raise the debt ceiling and prevent Washington from default. Democrats insist that some tax increases be included in a deficit-cutting package. Republicans ... (Source: Reuters 2011-07-02T17:32:22Z)

Sunday Special Cover Story: Iowa sports fans drink a few, but family is focus

Workers can cut off patrons who have had too much to drink and they can offer non-alcohol alternatives. On the Iowa Energy's $1 beer night, the special ended at the start of the third quarter and alcohol sales ceased at the start of the fourth. (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-07-03T21:05:55Z)

Obama: "Nothing can be off-limits" in budget

With an Aug. 2 deadline looming to raise the government borrowing limit, the president used his weekly radio and Internet address to call on Congress to make a deal. He also renewed his call for Congress to eliminate some tax breaks for the well-off as ... (Source: CBS News 2011-07-02T15:30:40Z)

i'll be the england captain one day ; CRICKET England v Sri Lanka 3rd ODI at Lord's Today, 10.45am Live on Sky Sports 1 [People, The (England)]

England have three captains - with out-of-nick Strauss the main man in Tests - but swashbuckling hitter Morgan is aiming to be the gaffer in every form of the game. Target The Dubliner said: "I am a leader within the batting unit. A good leader leads from ... (Source: TMCnet 2011-07-03T20:37:17Z)

LSE goes back to square one

That culminated with a deal to buy out some of the banks that had backed Turquoise, another rival platform, and to take control of the venture, now the vehicle the LSE is using for its push into the futures business. Finally, Mr Rolet decided to upgrade ... (Source: Financial Times 2011-07-01T16:57:45Z)

Elements in Pakistani state back terror: India

"Pakistan has created the Frankenstein. They will have to deal with it," Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao told a group of Afghan journalists here. "Frankenstein (in the novel) creates an artificial human being. But the creature turns out to be dangerous ... (Source: Deccan Herald 2011-07-02T10:37:11Z)

Jose Bautista's 27th home run helps Blue Jays avoid sweep against Phillies

Victorino stayed down and appeared to have twisted his left ankle on the play. He was tended to by trainers and remained in the game. A baserunning error by Victorino cost the Phillies an insurance run in the eighth. Reliever Marc Rzepczynski left after ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-07-03T20:30:08Z)

U.S. Stocks Surge Most Since July 2009 on Greece, Manufacturing Report

Net income will rise 19 percent in 2011, the data show. To contact the reporter on this story: Cecile Vannucci in New York at cvannucci1@bloomberg.net To contact the editor responsible for this story: Nick Baker at nbaker7@bloomberg.net (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-02T09:39:55Z)

Prosecution, Defense Offer Closing Arguments In Casey Anthony Trial

(CNN) -- As Casey Anthony alternately cried, glared and shook her head, prosecutors in her capital murder trial told jurors in closing arguments Sunday that evidence in the case points to only one conclusion -- that she murdered her 2-year-old daughter ... (Source: WMUR.com 2011-07-03T20:30:08Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 12:51 pm

A Timely Reminder of the Mets' Conundrum

Reyes recently rebuffed the Mets' offer to begin negotiations for an extension, using the familiar refrain that he didn't want to be distracted with contract talks during the season. Was he telling the truth? Has he forgotten or forgiven Wilpon's ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-03T03:19:20Z)

Albert, Charlene set for Monaco religious wedding

Several thousand residents came out for the civil ceremony a day earlier, many of them sporting dark suits or evening gowns and heels despite the scorching temperatures. One of the attendees, 72-year-old Marie Malghreli, was still glowing from her family's ... (Source: MSN Entertainment 2011-07-02T15:02:02Z)

Thailand opposition wins election

"Those were good times when he was prime minister," she added. "I'm just afraid that, with her victory, dark hands will take away our rights again." Yingluck, aware of the criticism that she is, in her brother's own words, his "clone," said Sunday she took ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-03T17:59:48Z)

Myspace Could Be Game Changer for Irvine Buyer

It sees the social media site as a way to offer its customers more access to consumers, especially mobile consumers. Specific Media says Myspace has 20 million of them. The company said Myspace is an avenue for "socially activated" advertising ... (Source: Orange County Business Journal 2011-07-03T18:42:45Z)

'Transformers' climbs to $97.5M, aims for records

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The latest "Transformers" sequel might set some revenue records over Fourth of July weekend. "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" has $97.5 million in the bank at the domestic box office since opening Tuesday night. Distributor Paramount ... (Source: MSN Entertainment 2011-07-02T17:18:03Z)

'Transformers' shape up with year's best box office weekend

Distributor Paramount Pictures said Sunday that "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" took in $97.4 million domestically in its first weekend. That beat the $90.2 million debut of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides." But the domestic haul for ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2011-07-03T19:25:42Z)

Casey Anthony trial: Defense closing arguments continue

He has a limit of four hours for closing arguments. This afternoon Baez has attacked several points in the state's case in the phase that he labeled the state's "fantasy of forensics." (Source: Daily Press 2011-07-03T19:32:52Z)

Prince William and Kate Middleton Met by Protesters on Tour of Canada

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock -- a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T08:55:47Z)

Savvaidis Calls for a Change in the Greek Property Market

The same logic is practiced by "condos" which instead of villas offer hotel rooms for sale. The benefits of the above "mixed" developments are manifold; enhancing government liquidity by selling off government owned land to investors, a boost in the ... (Source: PR-USA.net 2011-07-03T19:11:23Z)

Is a shutdown the Democratic plan to recapture the legislature in 2012?

A 6% biennial increase seems like a pretty good offer of good will by Republicans in this environment; we heard from a couple of callers who were unhappy that the GOP increased spending at all.  One e-mailer wondered aloud how he should vote in future ... (Source: Hotair.com 2011-07-03T18:42:45Z)

Party of ousted PM's sister wins Thai elections

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2011-07-03T18:06:58Z)

Closing arguments to begin in Casey Anthony trial

Nonetheless, the defense offered no evidence supporting their theory that Caylee drowned. Nor did they offer proof of the molestation allegations, which the attorneys said explained why Casey continued to party and hang out with friends after her daughter ... (Source: Associated Press 2011-07-03T07:51:21Z)

Man robs donut shop in order to buy new tire

Investigators say the cashier handed over the money and two glazed donuts. The suspect fled the scene in a dark, late model vehicle. A little more than an hour later deputies observed a suspicious vehicle in a nearby parking lot and confronted a man who ... (Source: MyFox Tampa Bay 2011-07-03T18:21:17Z)

Monaco's royals say 'we do' — again

Several thousand residents came out for the civil ceremony a day earlier, many of them sporting dark suits or evening gowns and heels despite the scorching temperatures. One of the attendees, 72-year-old Marie Malghreli, was still glowing from her family's ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-02T18:08:09Z)

Casey Anthony weeps as prosecutor calls her a liar

He said prosecutors' forensic evidence was based on a "fantasy." He said the prosecution's air analysis of the trunk of Anthony's car, which allegedly showed air molecules consistent with decomposition, could not be duplicated. He said no one could prove a ... (Source: WRAL 2011-07-03T18:49:55Z)

Prince William, Kate greeted by protesters

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock -- a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: KABC 2011-07-02T23:58:54Z)

Will and Kate draw enthusiastic crowds to Parliament Hill

By the time the next song started, the royals — she in a deep purple Issa jersey dress with her hair in a chignon, still wearing the Queen's diamond maple leaf brooch and he in a dark suit more casual than the one he'd worn in the afternoon ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2011-07-03T18:49:55Z)

'Transformers 3' Grosses $34.6M at Saturday Box Office; on Pace to Hit $180M Projection

Compared to 2009's "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen," latest installment "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" is domestically smaller. The second installment grossed $109 million over its first standard three-day frame, while No. 3's estimate through ... (Source: TheWrap 2011-07-03T19:04:14Z)

Edgy Thailand votes, bracing for further turmoil

"Canvassers sell lottery tickets to voters and offer them a big reward if their candidates win in the election," the Bangkok Post quoted him as saying, adding that election fraud was ingrained. The fear of a return to violence is real. According to some ... (Source: Reuters 2011-07-02T22:11:32Z)

Vulnerable feel the pinch of Minn. gov't shutdown

More than 40 state boards and agencies went dark, though critical functions such as state troopers ... So far, 30 agencies had accepted United Way's offer of advances on their grants, seeking cash to stay up and running. The stoppage suspended some ... (Source: CBS News 2011-07-02T17:46:41Z)

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