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Manchester United season ticket sales pass 50,000 as anti-Glazer protest fails Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:28PMConcerns over club's ownership set aside as fans scramble for Old Trafford seats.
Lease Up/Lease Down (July 11-17): Daily News Relocates, J&J Cuts Jobs Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:27PMCoStar compiles news of company expansions and relocations, as well as consolidations, closures and layoffs. Look for Lease Up and Lease Down every week, to stay updated on major corporate moves affecting commercial real estate. In this week's issue...
CanElson Drilling Provides Update on Mexico Operations and Grants Stock Options Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:21PMCALGARY, ALBERTA-- - CanElson Drilling Inc. announced today that its Mexican joint venture company, Diavaz CanElson de Mexico, S.A. de C.V. , has signed a one year contract and commenced operation of the second service rig for DS Servicios Petroleros, S.A. de C.V. in the Ebano-Panuco-Cacalilao fields of the Misantla-Tampico basin of Mexico.
Lou Piniella, Cubs manager, retiring after 2010 season Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:21PMCHICAGO — Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella announced Tuesday that he will retire at the end of the season, ending a storied and often colorful career that included 18 years in the majors as a player and another 22 as a manager.
Venezuela to obtain minority TV share Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:21PMVenezuelan President Hugo Chavez says his government is to obtain a minority ownership stake in the opposition-aligned TV channel Globovision.
Washington Township utilities director quits abruptly Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:17PMWASHINGTON TWP. - The director of the township Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) abruptly resigned on Friday, potentially disrupting resolution of several significant water issues.
Bomb kills Canadian soldier in Afghanistan Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:15PMAnother Canadian solider has been killed in Afghanistan. Sapper Brian Collier died at 9 a.m. Kandahar time on Tuesday after an improvised explosive device detonated during a foot patrol of the Panjwa'i District.[...]
Power Rankings: ChiSox on air, but Yanks, Dodgers on alert Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:14PMHe's on board with the new Pale Hose reality show. But Larry Dobrow sees bigger issues -- creaky Pinstripes, Dodgers blues, over-ranked Cards and BoSox -- in Power Rankings. Boston Red Sox - Chicago White Sox - Shopping - Games - Video Games
Council disagrees on land contract Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:14PMSome say giving Bushel and Peck’s owners option to buy unfair
Airport passengers up in June for MAp Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:38PMAirport owner MAp Group says passenger traffic at its three airports grew in June, with the strongest performance at Sydney Airport.
Union searching for all the right pieces Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:38PMCHESTER — The window is open, but will the Union reach through it?
Kyrgyzstan: UN says 75,000 still displaced one month after clashes Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:33PMThe UN reported Friday, that 75,000 people remain displaced and in need of shelter assistance after the clash in Kyrgyzstan.
‘Memphis model’ rolled out for local community Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:24PM“Stigma against the mentally ill is a form of prejudice.” Speaking to a capacity crowd at the Rees Park Economic Development Center, retired Memphis police Major Sam Cochran described a crisis intervention model to address the needs of citizens with mental health problems and change communities’ perceptions of the mentally ill.
Everett's Comcast Arena looks to end slump Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:24PMEVERETT — Thousands of teenagers swarmed downtown this past week to see teen sensation Justin Bieber perform at Comcast Arena. The show set a new arena record for a single concert, with 8,588 tickets sold.
Tower Place in court fight Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:23PMA legal battle that could put the future ownership of the mostly vacant Tower Place mall in limbo continued in Hamilton County Common Pleas Court on Monday.
Summary Box: IBM ups 2010 forecast but fears loom Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:20PMUNWELCOME UNCERTAINTY: IBM beat earnings expectations in the second quarter and raised its guidance but shares fell on uncertainty about the stability of world markets. REVENUE SHORTFALL: Analysts were concerned about a reduction in the value of services... IBM - Hardware - Historical - Companies - Technology
Summary Box: TI 2Q revenue rises 42 pct Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:20PMTHE GOOD NEWS: Texas Instruments Inc.'s second-quarter income and revenue jumped as demand continued to recover after the recession. NOT GOOD ENOUGH: Investors had wanted even better results, having seen Intel Corp. and other technology companies report... Texas Instruments - Intel Corporation - Corporation - Intel - Recession
Victory West Moly Limited (ASX:VWM) Indonesian Corporate Operations Update Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:17PMPerth, Australia, July 20, 2010 - (ABN Newswire) - Victory West Moly Limited ( & quot;VWM & quot; or the & quot;Company & quot;) (ASX:VWM) (Frankfurt:R1E) is pleased to provide the following Indonesian Corporate update.
Raiders Sign WR Jacoby Ford Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:16PMThe Oakland Raiders have signed receiver Jacoby Ford, their fourth-round pick in the draft. The Raiders announced a deal Monday for Ford, the sixth of Oakland's nine draft picks to agree to terms. Ford starred in football and track at Clemson. He was the fastest receiver at the most recent NFL Combine, clocking a 4.28-second 40-yard dash.
’Too big to fail’ or own? Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:51AMSaturday July 17, 2010 Associated Press BOSTON -- Should socially responsible stock investors’ no-buy lists bar more than just companies
Even under new ownership, Culinary School of the Rockies dedicated to its roots Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:48AMBecky Steere rinses local beets prior to boiling them as part of the farm to table program for Culinary Arts students at Culinary School of the Rockies.
Richard Feigen’s splendid collection looks right at home at Yale Art Gallery (video, slideshow) Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:47AMNEW HAVEN — Unless you expect to be invited to Richard Feigen’s home for dinner after this exhibit comes down, I would strongly suggest taking advantage of the opportunity to see the remarkable presentation of 60 works from his personal art collection currently on view at the Yale University Art Gallery.
Story takes magnifying glass to human behavior Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:40AMBy the time they reach the 18th book in a series, most writers are marking time, or at least have settled into a comfortable routine.
Mayfield Clinic, Christ Hospital deal benefits both Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:39AMThe deal between the two local medical powerhouses will soon brand the Mayfield Clinic building with a new name, the Christ Hospital Spine Surgery Center. But more important, it's provided a platform to expand the already-profitable Clinic center and to spread Christ Hospital's brand name.
You Want My Personal Data? Reward Me for It Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:36AMBynamite, a start-up company, says consumers should get more of a benefit from the information marketers collect from them online.
Boone gives OK for park annexation Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:25AMThe Boone County Fiscal Court has agreed to allow the Union City Commission to annex Union Pool and adjacent park property into city limits.
Renovating Rose Tree Tavern Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:21AMLong-awaited plans to renovate the historic 18th-century Rose Tree Tavern into a visitors bureau are under way and officials said they expect the project to be complete sometime next year.
Don’t expect global star to sign with Union Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:21AMCHESTER — The window is open, but will the Union reach through it?
Ivanhoe poison pill irritates Rio Tinto Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:34AMA battle is brewing between Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. and international mining powerhouse Rio Tinto over a move by the Canadian company to protect itself against a hostile takeover.
Yankees owner George Steinbrenner dies at 80 Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:32AMThe man who rebuilt the New York Yankees into a sports empire with a mix of bluster and big bucks has died.
Diversity of business ownership grows in California, U.S. Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:31AMMinority-owned businesses make up a larger share of companies in California than in any other state except Hawaii, according to new federal data released Tuesday.
Mold component suppliers optimistic about North American turnaround Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:30AMIt appears that re-shoring of moldmaking projects is now a reality, and as North American moldmakers become busier, so do their suppliers. Looking for differentiation is still key as they try new value-add products. read more
Steinbrenner Through the Years Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:28AMA photo retrospective of the legendary Yankees owner George Steinbrenner.
END OF AN ERA: George Steinbrenner Dead At 80 Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:28AMGeorge Steinbrenner, who rebuilt the New York Yankees into a sports empire with a mix of bluster and big bucks that polarized fans all across America, died Tuesday. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday July 4. Steinbrenner had a heart attack, was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, Fla., and died at about 6:30 a.m, a person close to the owner told The Associated Press. His death was the ...
George Steinbrenner, who rebuilt Yankees and ruled with iron will, dies at 80 Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:28AMNEW YORK, N.Y. - George Steinbrenner, who rebuilt the New York Yankees into a sports empire with a mix of bluster and big bucks that polarized fans all across America, died Tuesday. He had just celebrated his 80th birthday July 4.
Yankees owner George Steinbrenner dies at age of 80 Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:27AMRebuilt the Yankees into a sports empire.
Steinbrenner's death casts pall over All-Star festivities Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:26AMIf there was ever a baseball story that could steal the spotlight from the All-Star Game, this was it.
Lockheed Martin Delivers First Mid-Life Upgrade P-3 Orion Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 9:26AMThe first Lockheed Martin P-3 Orion with new Mid-Life Upgrade enhancements was delivered to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials in ceremonies here today.
Facebook dismisses ownership suit as 'frivolous' Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:16PMFacebook rejected as "frivolous" a lawsuit filed by a New York man who claims he owns an 84 percent stake in the social network.
Timmins facility ‘a great mill’ Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:15PMWatch Video [...]
Texas' Lee eyes no-trade clause in next deal Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:15PMTexas' Lee eyes no-trade clause in next deal
Minneapolis weighs fee on unfinished buildings Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:14PMMinneapolis advances a proposal to extend an annual $6,550 penalty on vacant buildings to new properties.
New York Man Claims 84% of Facebook, Gets Order Blocking Assets Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:14PMA Western New York man who claims he owns 84 percent of Facebook Inc., the world’s biggest social networking service, sued and won a state court order temporarily restricting Facebook from transferring assets.
Sea of debt for working poor Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:11PMDespite holding full-time jobs, a growing legion of workers is finding it tougher to make ends meet as utility charges soar. Geoff Strong reports.
PM's subtle way of saying 'united we stand' Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:11PM"YOU cannot blame everything on Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu," the prime minister said in his keynote address at the Malaysian Indian Congress' 64th annual general meeting last weekend.
Meg Whitman's investment in top strategist's movie firm raises eyebrows Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:08PMMike Murphy had seemed set to join rival Steve Poizner's campaign for governor just before $1 million deal.
Six Months After Quake, Haiti Still Rebuilding Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:05PMRay Suarez reports on the still-recovering Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince, where some one million people still remain homeless.
Feds affirm ongoing commitment to Haiti months after quake Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 6:03PMOfficials say Canada has been at the forefront of international reconstruction efforts despite complaints that on-the-ground progress has been slow.
Grosvenor Looks at French, German Retail Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:32AMLONDON-UK-based property group Grosvenor, famous for its ownership of 120 hectares of London's West End, is back in acquisition mode in French prime downturn retail after an 18-month break, and is also looking for the first time at Germany, says continental Europe Director James Raynor and Investment Director Europe Steve Cowen.
Handicapping the Cliff Lee sweepstakes Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:31AMWhat was it that Yogi Berra said, "It's like deja vu all over again"? Why do I have the feeling that I have done this before? By this, I mean a piece in July on where or who is interested in grabbing Cliff Lee at the trade deadline.