Rothstein's spending took off in 2005 Nov 17, 2009
The yacht's tender was an exclusive 33-foot Aquariva worth half a million dollars. "The scope just spun out of control,' said Roger Stone, a Republican operative who formed a political consulting business with Rothstein in 2006 and then grew suspicious of his activities. "His level of spending increased dramatically between 2005 and today You don't have to be a genius to look at him and say, 'No one makes this kind of money as an attorney. (The Palm Beach Post)
Basmati on the boil, MEP may go up by $100/t Nov 17, 2009
The quotes for MMTCs import tender for non-basmati varieties were between $379 and $550 per tonne, that is an average $450 per tonne. If non-basmati rice can fetch that price in the world market today, it stands to reason that basmati rice, which is premium quality, should fetch at least twice that amount in exports. (India Times)
Most companies stick with wellness programs Nov 16, 2009
CEOs have a tender ear to this issue now. They see their health care premiums continuing to go up every year and if you can show them a cost savings to health and wellness programs they ll see it as a business strategy, said Renzie Richardson, chief executive of Be Healthy For Life, a Cumming-based wellness consultant to small and midsize companies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Canon to Buy Dutch Oce in $2.2 Billion Deal Nov 16, 2009
Preference share holders Ducatus, ASR and ING -- which together hold 19 percent of the Oce's share capital -- agreed to sell their interests to Canon, while Oce shareholder Bestinver Gestion S.A. has agreed to tender its 9. 5 percent stake. (ABC News -- Business)
Flu lull providing time to give out more shots Nov 14, 2009
Tender hands try to console student Cynthia Garcia, 7, as she gets seasonal- and swine-flu shots at Catalina Ventura School in Phoenix. Data from Arizona schools show that reports of flulike illnesses are dropping. (AZCentral -- News)
Kudelski Takes Over OpenTV Nov 14, 2009
The Kudelski Group announced that it has successfully completed its tender offer to acquire 60% of the shares of OpenTV it didn't already own, giving it 91% of the voting rights in the developer of interactive TV software and advertising solutions. Last month, Switzerland-based Kudelski offered. (Multichannel News)
GSM contracts to be awarded after HQ nod: BSNL Nov 14, 2009
NEW DELHI: State-owned telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) will not award any further contracts under its 93-million GSM lines tender without the consent from its head office, the operator has said in a communication to zonal offices. BSNL has maintained that it will not issue fresh tender for the GSM lines ... BSNL floated the tender last year for procuring equipment to expand its GSM network by 93-million lines in four zones North, West, South and East. (India Times)
Karkare jacket part of rejected lot: PIL Nov 13, 2009
According to the petition, the Mumbai police commissioner issued a tender enquiry to buy 55 bullet-proof jackets on December 6, 2001 ... Documents provided by the accounts department show that the tender was finally accepted on June 4, 2002, and within a month the order was doubled to 110 jackets, which, the petitioner says, is against the rules ... Dec 6, 2001: A tender enquiry was issued by the purchase cell of police commissioners office. (India Times)
Vivendi Mum on NBCU Nov 13, 2009
That tender offer was first thought to be the catalyst for Vivendi's plans to monetize its NBCU interest. But the Brazilian deal is reportedly on hold. (Multichannel News)
Sue reveals yet another surprising side on Glee Nov 13, 2009
It's a rush to get a breakthrough moment like that, but hopefully the writers won't yield to tender temptation too often or our Sue might lose her dictatorial swagger. Slideshow. (MSNBC -- Television)
International Game Technology Announces Put Notification for 2.60% Convertible Debentures Due 2036 Nov 13, 2009
IGT will file a Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO for the Debentures with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, documents specifying the terms, conditions and procedures for surrendering and withdrawing Debentures for purchase, including the notices to holders will be available through The Depository Trust Company and the paying agent, which is Wells Fargo Bank, National Association. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Energy XXI Gulf Coast, Inc. Announces Acceptance of Notes for Exchange and Expiration of Debt Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitation Nov 12, 2009
HOUSTON, Nov. 12, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Energy XXI Gulf Coast, Inc. (the "Company") today announced that its previously announced exchange offer and consent solicitation in respect of its 10% Senior Notes due 2013 (the "Senior Notes") has expired, and the Company has accepted for exchange $347,500,000 principal amount of outstanding Senior Notes properly tendered and not validly withdrawn for its newly issued 16% Second Lien Junior Secured Notes due 2014 (the "Second Lien Notes"), subject to... (Primezone Releases)
Stuck in neutral? Hardly! Nov 12, 2009
We could offer these tender morsels for a White Slough picnic lunch for the city council to show them how wonderful the plant works ... Overlooking tender morsels at the plant you can see blue skies and watch birds like the "short wallet sucker" or the "Carbonated swamp warbler". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Summing up Selebi's trial Nov 12, 2009
There were two occasions on which he asked Selebi for favours, which were not granted a request to lift Billy Rautenbach's warrant for his arrest and to be placed on the shortlist for a SAPS tender for the company Xantium. The payments made to Jackie Selebi were innocent gestures of generosity. (iAfrica.com)
Stefanutti forecasts dark clouds ahead Nov 12, 2009
Stefanutti Stocks, the listed engineering and construction group, maintained a strong financial performance in the six months to August, but expected the next six months to be challenging because of project funding constraints and lower tender margins. Stefanutti Stocks chief executive Willie Meyburgh said yesterday securing new contracts in the 2011 financial year was projected to be far tougher, noting that the group's business units had adopted a policy of aggressive marketing and were alert... (Business Report, South Africa)
Hiles News: A busy time of year in the Northwoods Nov 12, 2009
Bake for 45 to 60 minutes or until tender. You can cut this time down considerably by baking them in the microwave a few minutes. (Forest Republican, WI)
HOG HEAVEN: In the land of cowboys, pig thrives Nov 11, 2009
Pork tenderloin stroganoff. Gordon Ramsay suggests serving buttered pasta or steamed rice to accompany this simple stroganoff made with pork tenderloin from his new book, "Cooking for Friends." ... 1 pound pork tenderloin. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Auffrey: Fresh meat and more Nov 11, 2009
99) and it had a thick pile of tender and flavorful roast beef. A very good sandwich and I will certainly return to try more of their choices. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Cisco far short of needed Tandberg shares Nov 11, 2009
Cisco extended a deadline on its tender offer to Nov. 18 that was supposed to lapse on Monday. Tandberg said on Tuesday that it has been told that the San Jose networking company (NASDAQ:CSCO) will decide soon after that whether to continue to pursue the acquisition. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Greater Atlantic extends deadline for debt Nov 10, 2009
As of Nov. 6, Reston-based Greater Atlantic (Pink Sheets: GAFC) had tendered 638,780 shares of its Greater Atlantic Capital Trust I 6 ... But the tender remains subject to regulatory approval and to MidAtlantic providing the necessary funding to finance the payment of the securities ... Greater Atlantic also announced the successful completion of its previously announced consent solicitation to obtain the consent of the holders of the securities to a supplemental indenture to permit the... (Washington Business Journal, DC)
EA Reports Record Q2 Non-GAAP Net Revenue of $1.15 Billion Nov 10, 2009
Electronic Arts incurred significant legal, banking and other consulting fees related to the Companys proposed acquisition and related cash tender offer for all of the outstanding shares of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. On August 18, 2008, the Company allowed the tender offer to expire without purchasing any shares of Take-Two and, on September 14, 2008, the Company announced that it had terminated discussions with Take-Two. The costs incurred in connection with the abandoned proposal... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Taste of Home sends local chefs to school Nov 9, 2009
Add mushrooms and peppers; cook and stir seven to eight minutes or until mushrooms and peppers are tender ... Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesServes: 4Test Kitchen Tip: Remove tenders from chicken breasts before pounding for more even thickness. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Whats in a number? Car number TAN 1 was worth RM200,000 Nov 9, 2009
But is the JPJ getting the best possible returns through this tender process ... Which means you can make money from almost every number put up for tender. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
CTM Media Holdings, Inc. to Commence Issuer Tender Offer Nov 7, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- (OTC Pink Markets: CTMMA, CTMMB) today announced its intention to commence a tender offer to purchase up to thirty percent of its outstanding common stock ... The tender offer will commence when the definitive materials (including an Offer to Purchase and Letter of Transmittal) are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and made available to CTM Media Holdings stockholders and will remain open for at least twenty business days ... In accordance with the rules of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BSNL to hold direct talks with Zain Nov 7, 2009
Mr Goyal also said that BSNL was in talks with Ericsson for lower prices for its 93 million GSM lines tender worth Rs 40,000. BSNLs original tender was divided into four parts-25 million lines each for north, west and south zones and 18 million lines for the east. (India Times)
Huge barley supplies still holding lid on prices Nov 7, 2009
Meanwhile, there was a glimmer of hope that feed barley exports might start to see some slight improvement due to a tender from Japan on Oct. 21 to purchase 20,000 tons (919,000 bushels) of U.S. feed barley, according to an announcement from the U.S. Grains Council ... According to Hiroko Sakashita, U.S. Grains Council associate director in Japan, price and availability of U.S. barley were key factors in this recent tender ... Don Fast, USGC secretary and a Montana barley producer, also said the... (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Do Fast-Food Nuggets Beat Frozen? Nov 7, 2009
The texture was light and pleasant, and the meat was fairly tender ... These are like chunks of actual fried chicken, with a light, flavorful breading and impossibly tender meat ... The breading is light and the meat is very tender. (Click2Houston, TX)
Mediacom Communications Reports Results for Third Quarter 2009 Nov 7, 2009
Tender for, and redemption of, $625 ... 1 million, after giving effect to original issue discount and financing costs, and were used to fund tender offers and redemption of our existing 7 % Senior Notes due 2011, with an original principal amount of $125 million, and 9 % Senior Notes due 2013, with an original principal amount of $500 million. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Overseas Shipholding launches tender offer Nov 7, 2009
The tender offer is set to expire just before midnight Dec. 4. Overseas Shipholding (NYSE: OSG), headquartered in New York, already owns a 77. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
News Analysis: MPIC cements its control over Philippine power firm Nov 7, 2009
MPIC's acquisition of additional shares was structured in such a way to avoid the mandatory tender offer, which otherwise would have required any group breaching a 35-percent equity to offer to buy out all other shareholders at the same price of the last block transaction, analysts said. Editor: Wang Guanqun. (Xinhuanet, China)
Covidien completes Aspect tender offer Nov 7, 2009
said Friday that it completed its tender offer to purchase the outstanding stock of. Covidien, a Dublin, Ireland-based health-technology company with 3,000 employees in St. Louis, had announced in plans to buy brain-monitoring device company Aspect for $12 per share, or about $210 million, in an all-cash tender offer ... 2 million shares of Aspect common stock were validly tendered and not withdrawn (not including some 295,895 shares subject to guaranteed delivery procedures). (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Universal Orlando Announces Receipt of Requisite Consents in Its Previously Announced Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation for 11 3/4% Senior Notes Due 2010 Nov 6, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal City Development Partners, Ltd. (d/b/a Universal Orlando) announced today that UCDP Finance, Inc. and it (collectively, the Issuers), as of 5:00 p.m., prevailing eastern time, on November 5, 2009, have received tenders and consents from holders of $391,313,000 in aggregate principal amount of their 11 3/4% senior notes due 2010 (the Notes), representing 78 ... As a result of the receipt of the requisite consents, the Issuers have entered into a... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Still smarting Nov 6, 2009
Eighteen months ago a leaked draft of the Auditor-General's report on the tendering of the contract for myki gave some early insight into why things have gone so badly (even though the office tried to explain it away as a rough, early version the final report eventually exonerating nearly everyone involved in the bungled tender) ... "Keane has barely demonstrated adequate capability." The report also revealed that the Transport Ticketing Authority had employed Keane in 2004 to design crucial... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Panasonic begins tender offer for Sanyo takeover Nov 5, 2009
TOKYO (AP): Panasonic Corp. said Thursday it has begun a tender offer to take over smaller rival Sanyo Electric Co. for an estimated 402 billion yen ($4 ... Panasonic spokesman Akira Kadota said the tender offer is planned for Nov. 5 through Dec. 7 at the price of 131 yen ($1 ... Panasonic has said earlier it hoped to purchase up to all of Sanyo's shares, but the company is largely expected to have to settle with the minimum controlling stake, as other shareholders are unlikely to want to sell... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The Young Pro Nov 5, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Trico Reports Third Quarter Results -- Strength Continues in Subsea Services Businesses as Company Dramatically Improves Balance Sheet Nov 5, 2009
Recent subsea tender activity suggests to the Company that the market outlook remains cautiously optimistic for 2010, with a stronger outlook in 2011. Conference Call Information. (Primezone Releases)
Dell completes tender offer in Perot deal Nov 5, 2009
has completed its tender offer for. Round Rock-based Dell (Nasdaq: DELL) has accepted the shares validly tendered and has notified Perot Systems of its exercise of its top-up option to acquire Plano-based Perot Systems (NYSE: PER) shares, officials said. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Berkshire, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Sued by Investors Over Acquisition Nov 5, 2009
The lawsuit, filed yesterday in Texas state court, claims at Burlington Northern didnt provide shareholders with sufficient information allowing them to determine whether they should tender their shares for the merger agreement. Burlington Northern directors agreed to a termination fee, a no-shop no-talk provision and other protections for Berkshire well before any price-maximizing process took place in a blatant effort to ensure that controlling shareholder, Berkshire, their favored... (Bloomberg -- US)
Panasonic to launch delayed Sanyo bid Nov 4, 2009
04 per cent in Sanyo through a tender offer worth 131 yen per share, giving the deal a value of at least Y402. 3 billion ($A4. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Key Eskom jobs empty Nov 3, 2009
Last Upd: 07:49am 03 Nov 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
Peet's Coffee buying Diedrich Coffee for $213M Nov 3, 2009
-based company representing more than 32 percent of the company's shares have agreed to tender their stock in the offer. The deal, which was unanimously approved by the boards of both companies, is subject to regulatory approval and certain other closing conditions. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Investors pay price as Storm staff take to skies Nov 2, 2009
She also told the court the company would invite banks to tender for home loans in the name of prospective Storm clients as part of a company practice known as "sketching". "It was to get an idea of what the client's position was," she said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Pre-dismissal hearing to decide fate of Gama Nov 2, 2009
Gama has to fight charges relating to allegations of tender irregularities for two contracts. One contract was awarded to General Nyanda Security Advisory Services. (Business Report, South Africa)
Companions to a busy life Oct 31, 2009
She selected a horse in need of tender loving care, the now 11-year-old Spirit. Kish said the bond between a human and horse is strong. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
CIT Group Bankruptcy Approaches After Striking Icahn, Goldman Sachs Deals Oct 31, 2009
The New York-based investor proposed this week to buy CIT holders bonds for 60 cents on the dollar in a tender offer lasting 30 days if they rejected the plan ... Icahn also said hes changing the terms of the tender offer for bondholders who voted against the prepackaged bankruptcy. (Bloomberg -- US)
Report: Cisco may drop Tandberg bid Oct 31, 2009
Cisco reiterated on Friday that it believes its offer is fair but said it couldn't comment because it is in the tender offer period. Cisco's bid needs the support of 90 percent of Tandberg shareholders, so a 24 percent bloc voting against it would be big enough to kill the deal. (Triangle Business Journal)
Viasystems refinances $220M debt Oct 31, 2009
The company said it plans to use proceeds to fund the previously announced tender offer to repurchase its outstanding $200 million in senior subordinated notes due 2011 and to pay transaction fees and expenses. Viasystems reported a loss of in the third quarter ended Sept. 30, compared with a profit of $3 million a year ago. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Malaysias green energy gap Oct 31, 2009
Over the week, TNB president and chief executive officer Datuk Seri Che Khalib Mohamed Noh said the tender for Ulu Terengganu was closed, and more details would be unveiled in the first quarter of FY2010. It was reported last month that TNB planned to award key contracts to build the two hydroelectric plants by the middle of next year. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Arcadia Capital Advisors, LLC Issues Open Letter to OpenTV Shareholders Oct 31, 2009
Recommends OpenTV ShareholdersNot to Tender Shares at $1 ... GREAT NECK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcadia Capital Advisors, LLC (Arcadia) filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission a Schedule 14D-9 which recommends shareholders of OpenTV Corp. (NASDAQ: - )(OpenTV) not tender their shares pursuant to Kudelski Groups (Kudelski) Tender Offer made on October 5, 2009 to acquire all outstanding Class A shares of OpenTV Corp. for $1 ... 55 (Tender Offer). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Coming to grips with APs Oct 31, 2009
But the real question to ask is whether an open tender system would be a better alternative. The deadline for the dismantling of the AP system is a long way off. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Mac Media rides the sector upswing Oct 31, 2009
Its response was to announce a big buyback program involving on-market and tender offer components. The rationale was that if securities were bought back at less than $1. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Good And Cheap Getty Images (3)Tyler Myers has joined the ranks of John Tavares and Matt Duchene who will be sticking with their NHL teams.Thanks to the salary cap, junior-eligible players are getting more chances than ever to play in the NHL for a full season. Jim Kelley looks at this year's talented wave and its impact. Oct 30, 2009
Myers, meanwhile, joins a reasonably long list of 2008 draftees who had time left in terms of junior competition, but went to the NHL to stay despite their tender years. Steven Stamkos (first overall) with Tampa Bay last season made the cut in his first try as did Drew Doughty with Los Angeles (2nd), Zach Bogosian in Atlanta (3rd), Luke Schenn in Toronto (5th), Mikkel Boedker (8th) and Viktor Tikhonov (20th) in Phoenix, Josh Bailey on Long Island (9th) and Luca Sbisa in Philadelphia (19th). (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Would you really trade Jurrjens? Oct 30, 2009
Garko is a non-tender candidate for the Giants, so it figures they ll try to trade him first ... Like Garko, a non-tender candidate ... I bet you would have said something that would have hurt my tender feelings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Cos line up for deal from CIL Oct 30, 2009
An open tender to buy 3 ... The tender stipulates that only those companies that supply explosives to Coal India and its subsidiaries are eligible to take part in the bidding process. (India Times)
Read This Because the Dollar Is Doomed Oct 30, 2009
Some currency candidatesOur Motley Fool Global Gains international stock research team believes that the currencies that stand to benefit most are those that are tender in countries that 1) are big and stable enough to offer a credible alternative to the U.S. for countries that are looking to stash their trade surpluses, 2) have significant natural-resource assets that will become more and more in demand over time, or 3) both. Thus, candidates include the euro (simply because of its scope, even... (MSNBC -- Business)
Singapore - The perfect place for great food and shopping Oct 29, 2009
The chicken broth infused rice, tender chicken, and the dipping sauces all perfectly complimented each other. Ah, simple pleasures. (India Times)
Family Meals Matter: Give your kids a healthy meal before the big candy haul Oct 27, 2009
Cook approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until tender when pierced. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the head of cauliflower into a baking dish or pie plate. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Need for proper purchasing system to curb budget deficit Oct 27, 2009
Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (Northern) chairman Datuk O.K. Lee said a proper purchasing system for items of certain value and open tender for projects must be put into place to reduce the budget deficit ... An open tendering process would give the Government some defence mechanism to protect itself, he spoke in response to the Starprobe stories on billions of ringgit lost every year through excessive payments for contracts and procurements. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
NGOs: Govt need to be more open on procurement policies Oct 27, 2009
He said that the effectiveness of existing systems, like e-Perolehan and e-Tender should be enhanced, while perennial issues like non-compliance to procedures should be dealt with ... Although some contracts are through open tender, a background check on the company and unnecessary costs of the project is very important to avoid this kind of wastage. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Back-Door Taxes Hit Americans With Public Officials Financing in the Dark Oct 26, 2009
6 billion a year, enough to buy more than 12,000 $465,608 pumper- tender fire trucks. Thats more than one truck for every county in the U.S. The rest could form a parade 50 miles (80 kilometers) long.. (Bloomberg)
King Kelly marmalade - sweet yet tart Oct 26, 2009
19/13 ounces at Whole Foods), which tasters said had "a powerful orange flavor with a bittersweet finish" and "lots of tender orange bits." Some commented on the "sweet" and "interesting" flavor. Two panelists would buy this brand, one might and two would not. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Goldbrook Ventures Inc:. Jien Canada Provides Additional Details Regarding Lock-Up Agreements Oct 24, 2009
80 for each Share tendered under the share offer (the "Share Offer") and each holder of $1,000 principal amount of Debenture ("Debentureholder") will receive $800 per $1,000 principal amount of Debentures, plus accrued and unpaid interest up to, but excluding, the date the Debentures are taken up under the debenture offer (the "Debenture Offer") ... In addition, Jien Canada, has received verbal indication from Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec of its intention to tender $40 million... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
ML Mac facing tender offer Oct 23, 2009
A Colorado-based investor wants to increase his ownership in ML Macadamia Orchards LP to 45 percent of the partnership's Class A units, and has begun a tender offer for the shares ... Under a tender offer, a prospective buyer announces it will buy shares, or in this case partnership units, for a certain price and sets a date on which the offer will expire ... People who tender their shares are paid the agreed-upon price. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Video for Blake Shelton's New Single "Hillbilly Bone" to Premiere Exclusively on Yahoo! Music on October 30th Oct 21, 2009
His latest hit single climbing the charts is "All I Ask For Anymore," the tender ballad from X, his tenth album on Capitol Records Nashville. For additional information on Blake Shelton, please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Old Mutual gets board stamp, but djavu persists Oct 21, 2009
But when a lack of compliance starts to hurt the bottom line - when, for example, that all important tender is lost to a competitor with BEE credentials - then anger sets in. Once that has subsided a company will begin the bargaining phase. (Business Report, South Africa)
