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  • HP sues to stop ex-CEO Hurd joining Oracle Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:11PMSAN FRANCISCO: Hewlett-Packard Co sued former Chief Executive Mark Hurd and asked a court to block him from joining Oracle Corp, saying his hiring by the rival technology firm puts HP's trade secrets "in peril." Oracle, the world's third-largest software maker, named Hurd co-president and director on Monday, a month after he resigned from HP over expense account irregularities related to a ...
  • HP sues scandal-plagued former CEO Mark Hurd over Oracle job Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:08PMUS computer titan Hewlett-Packard filed suit against former chief executive Mark Hurd after he was named a co-president at US business software giant Oracle.
  • NZ share market's winning streak ends Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:01PMAir New Zealand and Sky City Entertainment Group led the NZX 50 Index lower after the stocks went ex-dividend and equity markets weakened in Europe and the US.
  • Santhera, Ipsen Sign $181M Collaboration for Fipamezole Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:00PMShares in Santhera Pharmaceuticals AG rose more than 8 percent Friday on news of a European partnering deal with Ipsen Group SA, worth up to €141 million (US$181 million), for its Parkinson's drug Fipamezole.
  • CEOs: Cut more jobs, make more money Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:47PMA study reveals an unsettling trend from the Great Recession: Not only did many CEOs get raises while laying off workers, those who cut more got bigger pay packages.
  • HP suing former CEO Mark Hurd Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:46PMHewlett-Packard accuses Hurd of breach of contract and potential misappropriation of trade secrets a day after he signs on to become Oracle's co-president.
  • Oracle's Larry Ellison takes a pay cut, but still gets pay package worth $70M Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:27PMNEW YORK, N.Y. - Oracle Corp. founder Larry Ellison, one of the world's richest people, drew a pay package worth about US$70 million in the
  • Chef’s Recipe: Foie-gras-stuffed morels and Ontario corn soup Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:26PMMassimo Capra’s decadent dish criss-crosses Canada with wild mushrooms from British Columbia, corn from Ontario and foie gras from Quebec
  • Firm chosen for repair of Buncombe tourism signs Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:25PMIn the continuing saga of the peeling tourism signs, the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority announced today that it has chosen a company to repair the signs.
  • Library merger on the cards Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 6:10AMSUFFOLK’S library administration is set to be partially merged with the service from other counties, it has emerged.
  • iPhone snob reviews Verizon's Motorola Droid 2 Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 6:00AMThere is a great smartphone here if you are willing to do a little work.
  • Organizations Look Beyond Base Pay to Attract and Retain Key Employees, According to Hewitt Associates Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 6:00AMWhile average national salary increases awarded in 2010 were higher than those granted in 2009, they are still considerably lower than raises provided earlier this decade, according to the 32nd annual Canada Salary Increase Survey conducted by Hewitt Associates, a global human resources consulting and outsourcing company.
  • Genco Provides Mexico Tax Update Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:45AMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Sept. 7, 2010) - Genco Resources Ltd. (TSX:GGC) is pleased to provide an update on the status of unpaid Value Added Tax ("VAT") refunds in Mexico. The Company has filed four lawsuits in Mexico to recover VAT refunds requested by Genco's wholly owned Mexican subsidiary, La Guitarra Compañia Minera, which were rejected by the Mexican tax authorities ...
  • Abu Dhabi stocks rise to month high before Eid; Etisalat gains Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:38AMUPDATE 1: Etisalat gains 1 percent to 10.15 dirhams, the highest since Aug 8.
  • Genco Provides Mexico Tax Update Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:30AMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - Genco Resources Ltd. is pleased to provide an update on the status of unpaid Value Added Tax refunds in Mexico. The Company has filed four lawsuits in Mexico to recover VAT refunds requested by Genco's wholly owned Mexican subsidiary, La Guitarra Compania Minera, which were rejected by the Mexican tax authorities, Servicio de Administracion Tributaria .
  • Bank of Japan keeps rates unchanged at 0.1% Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:22AMJapan's central bank on Tuesday kept its key interest rate unchanged at 0.1 percent to continue nurturing a moderate recovery, but signalled stronger concern about the impact of a surging yen.
  • Shirakawa Says BOJ Ready to Take Action If Needed, Watching Yen Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:12AMBank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa said the central bank is ready to take more action and is watching the effect of the strong yen on the nation’s economy.
  • Abu Dhabi Stocks Climb to 1-Month High Before Eid; Etisalat, NBAD Advance Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 5:10AMAbu Dhabi shares rose for a fourth day to the highest in more than a month as investors bought shares before this week’s Muslim holiday on speculation stocks will rise after the end of Ramadan.
  • Second teen dies on motorcycle Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:43PMTimes wires Sunday, September 5, 2010 MISANO ADRIATICO, Italy — Motorcycle racing endured its second tragedy in eight days Sunday. Shoya Tomizawa, 19, became the second teenage rider to die in the sport in recent days. He fell and was hit by two trailing riders during the Moto2 race at the San Marino Grand Prix. Tomizawa's crash was similar to the one that killed Peter Lenz, 13, on Aug. 29 in a ...
  • September Stock Buys Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:17PMStephanie Link, director of research for TheStreet , reveals the stocks she's buying for September, which is typically a sluggish period for the markets.
  • The One Thing To Know About Boeing Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:10PMLearn the most important metrics when evaluating a CEO.
  • Dilemma torments older jobseekers Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:40PMDilemma torments older jobseekers
  • 2010 San Francisco 49ers: Less Is More; How Fantasy Busts Could Be a Real Boom Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:32PMSan Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary says that the 2010 roster is the most talented group of 53 players that he has seen in his six years with the 49ers. Going further back, it might be the most talented squad since before Aeneas Williams brought a premature end to Steve Young's Hall of Fame career. The defense is the pride of the team, but the offense has the potential to be every bit ...
  • DILEMMA TORMENTS OLDER JOB SEEKERS Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:20PMDILEMMA TORMENTS OLDER JOB SEEKERS
  • RPT-PREVIEW-BOJ to stand pat this week, eyes easing next month Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:48PM(Repeats story that ran last week, ahead of start of two-day BOJ policy meeting; headline updated, no changes to text) (For more stories on the Japanese economy, click [ID:nECONJP ])
  • Boards rejig exec pay deals Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:39PMBOARDS of the biggest sharemarket-listed companies have been forced to restructure executive pay to head off shareholder pressure.
  • Senate urges SSS to recover board members' bonuses Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:48AMThe Senate finance committee on Wednesday urged Social Security System officials to recover the money received by at least three of its former board members who sat as directors in private corporations on behalf of the pension fund.
  • Egypt: Promising measures for the market Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:39AMEgypt: Promising measures for the market
  • RIM under threat, says Bernstein survey Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:25AMBANGALORE, INDIA: Research In Motion is under significant threat as its corporate customers may soon abandon the BlackBerry in droves in favour of the iPhone and Andriod-based smartphones, according to a brokerage's survey, and the company's shares fell to a 17-month low.
  • Keeping ex-employer's 401(k) plan can be beneficial Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:23AMEmployees changing jobs often think they must take their company-sponsored 401(k) plan with them - roll it over into an IRA - but this might not be the smartest move, says Bankrate.com . ...
  • Investors, beware: ‘Absolute return’ can mean loss? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:20AMMark Jewell, AP Personal Finance Writer
  • Failed deal costs Or dear Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:20AMThe failed attempt to acquire Taiwan insurer Nan Shan will hurt many China Strategic investors.
  • 2010 College Football Predictions: ACC Preview Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:01AMFrom Harlon Jordan, ACC Blitz . With kickoff just a few days away, what better time to roll out my predictions for the 2010 ACC Football Season. No, I'm not smoking crack. Yes, I'm actually agreeing with the media this season (that was painful to type by the way). For those who actually read my writing (all 3 of you right?) you know by now main stream sports media is my pet peeve. For the most ...
  • Vivendi First Half 2010: Growth in all Financial Indicators Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:59AMPARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Vivendi (Paris: VIV): Note: This press release contains unaudited consolidated earnings established under IFRS, which were approved by Vivendi’s Management Board on August 27, 2010. Revenues: €13.982 billion, up 6.1% compared to first half 2009. EBITA1: €3.243 billion, up 11.9%, due in particular to Activision Blizzard, SFR and GVT. GVT: growth and ...
  • Video store struggles for money, diner location Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:46PMAfter months of advertising and negotiating, Tristan Video on Liacouras Walk will not host a new diner.
  • EACOM Timber Corporation Announces Financial Results for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2010 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:36PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA and MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Aug. 30, 2010) - EACOM Timber Corporation (TSX VENTURE:ETR) ("EACOM" or the "Company") today reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2010. T
  • EACOM Timber Corporation Announces Financial Results for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2010 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:32PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA and MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 08/31/10) - EACOM Timber Corporation (TSX-V: ETR - News ) ("EACOM" or the "Company") today reported its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2010. The quarter was highlighted by the closing of the $145 million private placement financing and the acquisition of Domtar's Forest Products Business on June 30, 2010. EACOM ...
  • Prudential, Roger Clemens, Barclays, Skilled Healthcare, CVS in Court News Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:25PMA lawsuit accusing Prudential Insurance Co. of America of improperly collecting interest on unpaid veterans’ life-insurance benefits was expanded to include claims of fraud.
  • Beyond Tampa Bay Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:08PMTimes wires Monday, August 30, 2010 Starbucks is set to debut its latest caffeinated concoction, as the coffee giant will offer four new, slightly sweetened varieties of its successful Via instant brew. The flavors — mocha, vanilla, caramel and cinnamon — will be sold in Starbucks stores this fall, though no date has been announced. The single-serve packets will be added to grocery store shelves ...
  • Healthier options Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:06PMThe healthy-eating message is getting through to some kids. Sixth-grader Sadie Dubay, who was standing at the only vending machine at the new state charter Palmetto Scholars Academy, knew exactly what she wanted and why. She slipped a dollar into a Yo Naturals vending machine, picked some Veggie Chips and explained her choice.
  • Australia shares weaker; Centro slides Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:00PMMELBOURNE, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Australian stocks fell 0.6 percent on Tuesday, erasing some of Monday's gains as the big miners and banks fell on worries about a shaky global economic recovery.
  • Pacgen Reports First Quarter Financial Results Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:51PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Aug. 30, 2010) - Pacgen Biopharmaceuticals Corporation ("Pacgen" or the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:PGA) reported financial results from its first quarter ended June 30, 2010 ("Q1 2011"). Unless specified otherwise, amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars and in accordance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("Canadian GAAP"). Results ...
  • Pacgen Reports First Quarter Financial Results Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:45PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - Pacgen Biopharmaceuticals Corporation reported financial results from its first quarter ended June 30, 2010 . Unless specified otherwise, amounts are expressed in Canadian dollars and in accordance with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles .
  • Absolutely Fabulous? Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:17PMAbsolute return mutual funds sound like the magic bullet for investors frustrated by the continuing slide in stock prices. The funds are designed...
  • Investors, beware: ‘Absolute return’ can mean loss Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:51AMBOSTON — Absolute return funds sound like they would stand above criticism. They’re the mutual fund industry’s latest push to deliver modest, but steady, gains whether stocks are up or down.
  • Restaurant opening in Plano provides 100 jobs Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:41AMSubmitted Photo Seasons 52, the highly-acclaimed fresh grill and wine bar restaurant, will begin hiring Monday, August 23 for the first Texas location at The Shops at Legacy.
  • Intel to Acquire Infineon’s Wireless Solutions Business Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:35AMNEUBIBERG, Germany & SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Infineon Technologies AG and Intel Corporation have entered into a definitive agreement to transfer Infineon’s Wireless Solutions (WLS) business to Intel in a cash transaction valued at approximately $1.4 billion. WLS, a leading provider of cellular platforms to top tier global phone makers, will operate as a standalone business serving ...
  • Residential energy options beginning to emerge Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:24AMFewer than five months before electricity deregulation takes hold within PECO territory, two licensed alternative companies have emerged.
  • Intel to Acquire Infineon's Wireless Solutions Business Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:23AMNEUBIBERG, Germany & SANTA CLARA, Calif.----Infineon Technologies AG and Intel Corporation have entered into a definitive agreement to transfer Infineon’s Wireless Solutions business to Intel in a cash transaction valued at approximately $1.4 billion.
  • The quiet mogul Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:01AMTen thousand Netflix shares here and ten thousand shares there and pretty soon you're talking about some real money. That's certainly the case for CEO Reed Hastings, who has regularly sold 5,000 or 10,000 shares of Netflix stock nearly every week for more than seven years...