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Person close to talks: Cablevision close to buying NewsdayCablevision Systems Corp. is close to buying the Long Island newspaper Newsday from Tribune Co. for $650 million, a person with knowledge of the situation said Sunday.
Wall Street looks to US consumers for directionWith millions of stimulus checks going out to taxpayers, Wall Street wants to know where that money will be spent - and this week's data could help investors gauge the mind-set of the average consumer.
Retailers likely to post grim 1st-quarter resultsAfter slashing inventory and cutting expenses, the retail industry is still bracing for the largest overall quarterly profit decline in at least nine years when merchants report their first-quarter earnings this week.
High demand, price of rice good news to US farmers
Dipping its left wing, a canary-yellow biplane makes a sharp turn and dives over a flooded field, showering rice on the shallow water 15 feet below.
Dipping its left wing, a canary-yellow biplane makes a sharp turn and dives over a flooded field, showering rice on the shallow water 15 feet below.
Gas prices knock bicycle sales, repairs into higher gearFour-dollar-a-gallon gas is good for business - if you run a bike shop. Commuters around the country are dusting off their old two-wheelers - or buying new ones - to cope with rising fuel prices, bicycle dealers say.
Startup shows off electric car planned for IsraelIsraelis got a first demonstration Sunday of the electric car that developers hope will revolutionize transportation in the country and serve as a pilot for the rest of the world.
EnCana dividing into 2 companies: one oil, one gas
Canada's biggest natural gas company said Sunday it is splitting into two separate energy companies: a fully integrated oil company and a natural gas company.
Canada's biggest natural gas company said Sunday it is splitting into two separate energy companies: a fully integrated oil company and a natural gas company.
High demand, price of rice good news to US farmers
- Rebate excludes many taxpayers with foreign spouses
- Warner Music Group 2Q loss widens on increased expenses
- Writers strike hurt, but Disney's 2Q profit still climbs
- Countrywide shares down amid doubt on BofA buyout
- Chevron's 1Q profit of $5.17B marks Big Oil's latest gusher
- Calif. bill would allow roadside farm stands to expand sales
- Western ports return to normal after workers' war protest
- California's farm belt plan to cut air pollution criticized
- Countrywide loses $893 million in 1Q on rising loss reserve
What's it Worth? Appraisal for Antique Geisha Doll
Edward asks: I have an antique or vintage, incredibly detailed very beautiful Geisha dancer / performer. She is made of various materials, (I believe her face is hand-painted silk), meticulously attired and accessorized with fan, drum, pearl and coral ...
Lionel Loueke – Karibu (Blue Note, 2008)
Guitarist and vocalist Loueke came to the attention of Blue Note records while playing in Herbie Hancock's touring band. He is joined on this record by Massimo Biolcati on bass and Ferenc Nemeth on drums. Pianist Hancock and tenor and soprano saxophonist ...
Air Methods Corp
(AIRM): Air Methods Corporation Confirms Fatal Accident in Wisconsin
(AIRM): Air Methods Corporation Confirms Fatal Accident in Wisconsin
BJ's Wholesale Club Inc
(BJ): 'Pregnant' Dad Kenneth Ryan and Expectant Coach Nicole Avin Deliver a Win in BJ's Wholesale Club's first-ever 'Dad's Diaper Dash' Challenge
(BJ): 'Pregnant' Dad Kenneth Ryan and Expectant Coach Nicole Avin Deliver a Win in BJ's Wholesale Club's first-ever 'Dad's Diaper Dash' Challenge
EnCana Corp
(ECA): EnCana plans to split along distinct business lines to create two Calgary-headquartered energy companies
(ECA): EnCana plans to split along distinct business lines to create two Calgary-headquartered energy companies
Ford Motor Co
(F): Team Mustang Member, Cancer Survivor to Tell Her Story on NBC's 'Today' Show on Mother's Day
(F): Team Mustang Member, Cancer Survivor to Tell Her Story on NBC's 'Today' Show on Mother's Day
Fortress Investment Group LLC
(FIG): PNG Merger Sub Inc. Commences Tender Offers and Consent Solicitations for the 6 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2011 and the 6 3/4% Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2015 of Penn National Gaming, Inc.
(FIG): PNG Merger Sub Inc. Commences Tender Offers and Consent Solicitations for the 6 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2011 and the 6 3/4% Senior Subordinated Notes Due 2015 of Penn National Gaming, Inc.
Fortress Investment Group LLC
(FIG): Fortress Reports First Quarter 2008 Financial Results
(FIG): Fortress Reports First Quarter 2008 Financial Results
GlobeTel Communications Corp
(GTE): Gran Tierra Energy to File Form 10-K/A to Restate Financial Statements
(GTE): Gran Tierra Energy to File Form 10-K/A to Restate Financial Statements
Hasbro Inc
(HAS): Spellbound by SCRABBLE(R): Connecticut Students Win the 2008 National School SCRABBLE Championship
(HAS): Spellbound by SCRABBLE(R): Connecticut Students Win the 2008 National School SCRABBLE Championship
Pointer Telocation Ltd
(PNTR): Pointer Telocation's Q1 2008 Results Release & Conference Call Scheduled for May 15th, 2008
(PNTR): Pointer Telocation's Q1 2008 Results Release & Conference Call Scheduled for May 15th, 2008
Rentrak Corp
(RENT): Rentrak Theatrical Announces Weekend Box Office Estimates for Week of May 11, 2008
(RENT): Rentrak Theatrical Announces Weekend Box Office Estimates for Week of May 11, 2008