Palestinians play a wild card Sep 5, 2008
Largely unreported in the American and Western media, on August 10, two days after the start of both the Russian invasion and the Olympics, Palestinian lead negotiator Ahmed Qurie declared that if the peace process did not advance towards a final settlement soon, Palestinians would stop pursuing a two-state. solution and demand the establishment of a bi-national state with Israel. (Asia Times Online)
Barron Moore expelled from the securities industry Sep 5, 2008
As part of the final settlement, FINRA expelled Barron Moore from the securities industry. Katherine Moore was fined $50,000, suspended from serving in a principal capacity for 90 days and instructed to seek a new license before acting as a general securities principal again. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Judge reopens Piper case, orders repayment of $900K Aug 29, 2008
That, an inventory of the estate filed in June 2007 "showed no property, personal or real, located in Covington County, Alabama. At that time, according to Enzor's order "this estate should have been transferred to Conecuh County," and the administrator's bond should have been raised. That the Code of Alabama, in Section 43-6-2, requires the personal representative or administrator to publish for three consecutive weeks the name of the deceased, his description, his place of birth and death, and... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Exxon Agrees to Pay Out 75 Pct of Valdez Damages Aug 28, 2008
While the US Supreme Court ruled on the subject, the justices sent the case back to the lower court to handle the final settlement of the US$507. 5 million award, which the Court said was the maximum damages available to the plaintiffs. (Planet Ark, United States)
Empire Industries Ltd. reports second quarter financial results Aug 25, 2008
These charges include: warranty costs on a product line that has since been discontinued, costs for the related re-structuring, write-down of a receivable to reflect the final settlement of a long term outstanding claim, and increased provisions for accounts receivable and inventory. The acquisitions mentioned above resulted in higher amortization and higher interest expense as a result of long term debt assumed, impacting profitability for the second quarter and year-to-date. (Canada Newswire)
It's no mystery: Mystics are bad Bennett settles with Seattle Aug 20, 2008
" -- Clay Bennett's ownership group has reached a final settlement with the city of Seattle, allowing the former SuperSonics franchise to move to Oklahoma City. Attorneys filed a document in federal court in Seattle noting that the parties had agreed to pay their own court costs after reaching the settlement. The court didn't release terms of the settlement, and neither side would comment. Seattle City Attorney Tom Carr said in an e-mail that the city had reached an agreement superseding the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Bennett reaches settlement with the city of Seattle Aug 20, 2008
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Clay Bennett's ownership group has reached a final settlement with the city of Seattle, allowing the former SuperSonics franchise to move to Oklahoma City ... The federal court didn't release terms of the final settlement, and Carr didn't immediately have them available. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Sports In Brief Aug 20, 2008
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Clay Bennett's ownership group has reached a final settlement with the city of Seattle, allowing the former SuperSonics franchise to move to Oklahoma City. Attorneys filed a document in Seattle federal court noting that the parties had agreed to pay their own court costs after reaching the settlement. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Sports news briefs (Today) Aug 20, 2008
Clay Bennett's ownership group has reached a final settlement with the city of Seattle, allowing the former SuperSonics franchise to move to Oklahoma City. Golf. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Manning returns, eyes season opener Aug 20, 2008
Clay Bennett's ownership group has reached a final settlement with the city of Seattle, completing the former SuperSonics franchise's move to Oklahoma City. The Detroit Shock signed recently acquired six-time WNBA All-Star Taj McWilliams-Franklin to a one-year contract extension. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Nursing a nuclear test hangover Aug 18, 2008
As part of the agreement, the US also offered a $US150 million trust fund "in full and final settlement of all past and future claims deriving from the nuclear tests" - a catch-all that would slam the door on any future subsidies to maintain the Runit dome. With no bargaining power and a GDP less than half of East Timor's, the Marshallese had little choice but to accept the deal. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Georgia signs agreement; Rice prods Russia Aug 16, 2008
He stressed that the agreement wasn't a final settlement of disputed territory that was at the source of a swift war launched last Friday, in which Russian forces quickly routed the Georgian army and killed more than 2,000 people. U.S. REACTION: GEORGIA CRISIS. (USA Today)
Verbatim: Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili Appeals To The World For Georgia Aug 16, 2008
I have to specify this is a ceasefire agreement; this is not a final settlement. This we are under Russian invasion and Russian occupation right now, and we want to end Russian invasion and occupation. (Investors Business Daily)
Zimbabwe: Hope Turns to Despair in Harare Aug 15, 2008
com: Zimbabwe: Hope Turns to Despair in Harare (Page 1 of 1). Use our pull-down menus to find more stories. (allAfrica.com)
Olmert rejects return of any Palestinian refugees Aug 15, 2008
He said a final settlement must provide for a Palestinian state in all of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including Arab East Jerusalem, and a "just solution for the issue of refugees". U.S.-sponsored peace talks between Olmert and Abbas, launched last November, have shown little outward sign of progress and have been marred from the start by violence and disputes over Israeli settlement building. (Reuters)
Quadra Mining Ltd. Announces Continued Strong Financial Results for the Second Quarter 2008 Aug 14, 2008
Price adjustments are recorded at each quarter-end prior to final settlement ... The Company estimates provisional pricing for its concentrate based on forward prices for the expected date of the final settlement ... - Provisional payments on concentrate material that the Company sells; uncertainty in the final metal prices used for the computation of final settlement exists such that final settlement could be less than the cost of production plus other liquidity requirements. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Olmert plan to hand over most of West Bank Aug 13, 2008
While Israeli politicians are focused on who will succeed him as prime minister, Mr Olmert has pressed ahead with attempts to negotiate a final settlement with Palestinians. A leading Israeli newspaper, Haaretz, says Mr Olmert has offered a detailed peace plan that includes proposals for in-principle agreement on borders, on Palestinians made refugees by the wars of 1948 and 1967, and on security arrangements between Israel and a future Palestinian state. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Medvedev orders ceasefire in South Ossetia Aug 13, 2008
"We can discuss a final settlement to the situation, which will be possible on condition that Georgian troops pull back to their initial positions, with a partial demilitarization of armed forces and the second, the signing of a legally binding ceasefire agreement," he said. Sarkozy, whose country now holds the presidency of the European Union (EU), said Russia should use its military strength to ensure peace although its desire to protect compatriots' interests in South Ossetia was... (Xinhuanet, China)
IASIS Q3 revenue climbs 18% Aug 12, 2008
5 million in business interruption insurance recoveries received in connection with the final settlement of the insurance claim associated with the temporary closure and disruption of operations at The Medical Center of Southeast Texas, which was a result of Hurricane Rita. "We intend to continue our disciplined approach of investing capital in our facilities, recruiting physicians, and controlling expenses as we enable our hospitals to continuously enhance and expand the high-quality Health... (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Fast Facts: Israel Aug 11, 2008
In April 2003, U.S. President Bush, working in conjunction with the EU, UN, and Russia - the "Quartet" - took the lead in laying out a roadmap to a final settlement of the conflict by 2005, based on reciprocal steps by the two parties leading to two states, Israel and a democratic Palestine. However, progress toward a permanent status agreement was undermined by Israeli-Palestinian violence between September 2003 and February 2005. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
Just in time -- sort of -- Alexanderana opens again Aug 9, 2008
Final settlement of the contract, which includes other a number of other issues, will determine how much of a penalty, if any, will be applied. The Herald Online If you have suggestions, comments or additional information you would like to see on the site, please. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Deal Could Prove Hard Sell Aug 4, 2008
While an agreement might not be reached by August 4 as set out in the MOU, indications are that there are no insurmountable obstacles to the final settlement. Strong indications. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Powersharing Talks Resume Aug 4, 2008
The Standard heard that while there was some groundwork to be covered the parties to the negotiations were in agreement that there were no insurmountable obstacles to a final settlement. The optimism on a final agreement being reached this week can in part be deduced from the statements of the three leaders and the arrival here of the SADC chief mediator, President Thabo Mbeki of South Africa, on Wednesday last week. (allAfrica.com)
Centerra Gold Reports Second Quarter Earnings (Before Unusual Items) of $0.06 Per Share Jul 31, 2008
Upon a satisfactory investment agreement being reached and the final settlement of the Gatsuurt LLC claim, the Company expects to begin the development of Gatsuurt. Material increases in potential production costs at Gatsuurt could impact the economic recovery of ore from the deposit and ultimately a decision to develop the project. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
State Bancorp, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings and Declares Cash Dividend of $0.10 Jul 30, 2008
This suit has cost the Company dearly over the past year and achieving its final settlement will represent a major relief ... Ongoing savings from the previously announced sale of our leasing operation will contribute to expense reductions in future quarters as will the final settlement of the purported shareholder derivative suit. (Primezone Releases)
Philippines, rebels reach deal on Muslim homeland Jul 28, 2008
While the deal was no guarantee that a final settlement to one of Southeast Asia's most intractable conflicts was in the offing, it was seen as an important step towards ending violence that has killed 120,000 people since the late 1960s. "A breakthrough has been achieved in the issue of ancestral domain (homeland) in Kuala Lumpur tonight with the signing of a joint communique," said Hermogenes Esperon, the Philippine president's peace adviser, who attended the talks. (AlertNet)
Federal Trust Corporation Announces 2008 Second Quarter Results Jul 26, 2008
"While total non-performing assets increased during the 2008 second quarter, there have been no additional large commercial credits that had not previously been identified for workout and resolution. We are continuing to make progress working with these borrowers on each problem credit to reach final settlement," commented President and Chief Executive Officer, Dennis Ward. During the quarter, we received payments from two related borrowers with delinquent loans that totaled $12. (PR Newswire)
Zimbabwe: Government of National Unity Soon? Jul 26, 2008
The sources said the talks were also likely to be concluded speedily because South African President Thabo Mbeki wants to have a final settlement to Zimbabwe's political impasse by the time he takes over as Sadc chair next month. Mbeki was appointed Zimbabwe mediator by Sadc leaders in March last year. (allAfrica.com)
Manila backtrack delays territorial deal with Muslims Jul 26, 2008
While a deal on ancestral lands was no guarantee a final settlement to one of Southeast Asia's most intractable conflicts was in the offing, it was an important step along the way to ending violence that has killed 120,000 people since the late 1960s. Real progress appeared to have been made when Arroyo this week supported postponing August 11 elections in the Muslim south because progress in talks with the 11,000-member MILF made a new political setup a possibility. (AlertNet)
In Marshfield, talk of settlement only fuels beach-rights dispute Jul 25, 2008
If the final settlement is consistent with what McCabe said she heard in court on July 10, she and her fellow neighbors are vowing to fight on, with the original case severed from the attorney general's office. They could, they say, hire their own lawyer and press for "prescriptive rights" based on having continuously used the beach and the access roads for 20 years or more. (Boston Globe)
UN report cites 'lessons' from south Sudan attack Jul 25, 2008
The 2005 peace deal left open the future status of Abyei, but leaders of northern and southern Sudan created a "road map" to defuse conflict and agreed to turn their border dispute over to an international court in The Hague for a final settlement. According to the UNMIS Web site (www. (AlertNet)
TradeStation Q2 earnings down 25% Jul 25, 2008
In the recent quarter, TradeStation also recorded a $625,000 recovery of legal expenses from an insurance carrier as part of a final settlement of coverage relating to certain lawsuits in which the company had prevailed or had settled. The company expects earnings of 15 cents to 19 cents a share on revenue of $37 million to $42 million for the third quarter. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Bank of America settles old trust suit Jul 25, 2008
"But in the interests of putting all this behind us, we agreed to this final settlement,'' she said. For Bank of America, the case began in 1992 when it acquired Security Pacific Bank, and discovered that Security Pacific's trust-management department had systematically overcharged some trusts between 1974 and 1990. The first public notice of this discovery came in 1993 when The Chronicle reported that Bank of America had set aside $50 million to refund the overcharges, with interest. During... (Yahoo News -- Banking & Financial Services)
Maurel & Prom: First Semester 2008 Sales EUR176.5 Million (+29%). 49% Increase in Business Expressed in US$. 15% Increase in Maurel & Prom Production Share Jul 24, 2008
Production from S1 2008 is not consolidated pending the final settlement of the agreement entered into with PdVSA on December 12, 2007. As a reminder, production is currently 7,976 bbl/d, which represents a net share for Maurel of 1,678 bbl/d after deducting 30% in royalties in kind. (PR Newswire)
Zimbabwe:Rivals Clear Decks for Unity Talks Jul 24, 2008
ZIMBABWE's main political parties - which begin power-sharing talks in Pretoria today - are expected to reach a final settlement promptly as they have already agreed on a wide range of issues on the agenda. This explains the short and seemingly unrealistic two-week deadline they gave themselves after their leaders signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Harare on Monday which set the parameters for substantive negotiations. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe's parties start full crisis talks Jul 24, 2008
Business Day, citing sources in both parties and people familiar with the talks, said a final settlement can be reached soon as the parties had already agreed on many issues. "They have agreed on most of the issues, except mainly the framework for a new government. The deal is basically done, but what remains are a few issues of detail, implementation and logistics," Business Day quoted a source as saying. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Obama vows to work for Mideast peace Jul 23, 2008
The King stressed in the talks that securing an independent Palestinian statehood is key to a final settlement of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and asserted that more American support would foster Arab-U.S. relations and bolster U.S. credibility in the region ... AMMAN, July 22 (Xinhua) -- Jordan's King Abdullah II reaffirmed here on Tuesday evening the need to establish an independent Palestinian state on lands covering both the West Bank and Gaza, saying it is the key to a final settlement... (Xinhuanet, China)
China, Russia end border dispute Jul 22, 2008
The formal and final settlement of the boundary demarcation with Russia now clears the way for energy-hungry China to push for the construction of a cross-border pipeline as well as the prospects for an $18-billion project to take gas to China from Siberia. Beijing has thus far been frustrated by what it perceives to be Moscow s foot dragging on the issue. (Hindu)
Israelis, Palestinians skeptical about Obama Jul 22, 2008
During his first term, Bush handed Israel a letter supporting the Jewish state's retention of major settlement blocs under any final settlement with the Palestinians. And despite repeated Palestinian protests, U.S. officials did little more than slap Israel on the wrist when it flouted U.S. policy on issues like settlement building, or reneged on promises to remove settlement satellites known as outposts. (AZCentral -- News)
Bronx Workers Receive $1.2M In Back Pay Deal Jul 22, 2008
He says his clients agree that the final settlement is "fair to all involved.". IMAGES IN THE NEWS. (WNBC.com, NY)
Bolstering Palestinian security forces Jul 22, 2008
The importance of this effort cannot be overstated: Unless there are effective Palestinian security forces, Israel will never trust in a Palestinian state or be able to act on the quiet progress being made toward reaching a final settlement. And we've had some promising signs. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Fundamentalism with nuances Jul 19, 2008
As long as Tel Aviv and Washington fear Hamas taking over an independent Palestinian state and turning it into a jihadi paradise, a final settlement will be delayed. In a new book based on extensive field research, British political scientist Jeroen Gunning argues that although Hamas is self-consciously motivated by Islamism, its practices are "confined by necessity and opportunity" (p 55). (Asia Times Online)
Finally an End? Jul 19, 2008
"At about 8 p.m. PT, a final settlement in the Kevin Federline-Britney Spears custody case was signed. All parties have agreed to the following: Kevin will retain sole legal and physical custody of Sean Preston and Jayden James. Britney will continue to have visitation rights which may increase over time. The agreement will be presented to the court in the morning for approval by the commissioner. "Kevin is ecstatic and the boys are thriving," Kaplan added. A court spokesman said Friday that no... (Fox News)
K-Fed retains sole custody Jul 19, 2008
Kevins attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan said Thursday night: At about 8pm, a final settlement in the Kevin Federline-Britney Spears custody case was signed. All parties have agreed to the following: Kevin will retain sole legal and physical custody of Sean Preston and Jayden James. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Breazealeis due incourtonJuly23 Jul 18, 2008
The agreement is a temporary settlement and is not a full and final settlement, said Womble. The case was continued in 2006 under the Soldiers and Sailors Act because Breazeale was deployed to Iraq twice. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Fiscal court renews its quake policy Jul 17, 2008
- approved Treasurer Anita Gallimore's 2007-08 final settlement. Gallimore reported total receipts for the year at 17,184,681 with claims amounting to 9,073, 970 leaving balance of 8,110, 710. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Local crocus investors looking forward to fall payments Jul 17, 2008
""It's too bad that it wasn't better managed in the first place so that this didn't happen, but I'm really thankful that Mr. Bellan had the fortitude to take them to task on it and got a settlement," said Barry Rudd, an investor from Portage, who poured some of his savings into the fund to help pay for his child's university tuition. Bernie Bellan, an investor from Winnipeg, spearheaded the lawsuit. Rudd notes while the final settlement is good news for investors waiting to see some payment, he... (Portage Daily Graphic)
Construction Crisis Jul 15, 2008
Israel counters that it cannot be told where to build in its sovereign capital; moreover, it points out that all its building across the Green Line is in Jewish neighborhoods that under any conceivable peace deal with the Palestinians will remain in Israel - so that building in them will not affect the contours of a final settlement in any way. "We see no contradiction whatsoever between moving forward on the peace process and building in Jerusalem," says Regev. (Jerusalem Post, Israel)
Anne Robinson hands over 20 million in divorce settlement with ex ... Jul 13, 2008
However, a friend of the couple said: "I have no idea about the final settlement but they wanted to keep it as amicable as possible. They were married for 27 years and Anne would be the first to admit that John was a huge influence in her career in later years. "Of course she was and is the star but John has been a calm and steady influence on Anne over the years. They were a great team together and I am sure Anne would have wanted to have that reflected in the final settlement. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Claymont Steel Commences Tender Offer for its Outstanding 8.875% Senior Notes Due 2015 Jul 3, 2008
These changes to the indenture are applicable to all holders of Notes, whether or not such holders have given their consent and will become operative upon the early settlement date or, if the Company elects to forego early settlement, on the final settlement date, as set forth in the Offer to Purchase. The only consideration received by the majority holders of the Notes for giving their consent was the agreement by the Company to commence and consummate the tender offer, which is being made to... (PR Newswire)
Newth Talks Tax: Contract settlements in tax enquiries Jun 30, 2008
Once that stage has been reached, there is then scope for negotiation regarding the final settlement. Self assessment has changed the whole concept of contract settlements to some extent, now that much of enquiry work is based on legislation. (Accounting Web, UK)
Lindsay Tanner Cutting costs for homebuyers Jun 30, 2008
When you buy or sell a house, final settlement involves numerous people getting together to exchange documents. Expensive lawyers and bankers exchange cheques and paperwork. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Kashmir is a solvable problem: Zardari Jun 28, 2008
Pending a final settlement, "we agree with the statement of your Prime Minister supporting an autonomous Kashmir running much of its own affairs," Zardari said. "A Commission can be established between the two countries and the leaders of Kashmir themselves to work out what should be done in foreign and defence affairs," he said. (India Times, India)
Israeli 'suicide cop': family refute claims Jun 28, 2008
Such acts are a precursor to the final settlement. We should take some hope from this and push for a first stage settlement. (Times Online)
UN council wants probe of south Sudan incident Jun 25, 2008
The 2005 peace deal left open the future status of Abyei, but leaders of northern and southern Sudan have prepared a "road map" to defuse conflict over the region and have decided to turn their border dispute over to an international court in The Hague for a final settlement. The council statement called on both the north and south to remove their troops from Abyei and allow free movement of UNMIS personnel in the area. (AlertNet)
NE Iowa grain elevators hit hard by natural disasters Jun 24, 2008
Anytime you sustain this much loss, it's not a good thing," Hatterman said. The financial health of the cooperative is being reviewed. The co-op is open. Grain is being shipped out by rail and truck.In Greene, the Farmer's Cooperative Co. sustained some damage when Shell Rock River left its banks. Employee Remington Bolt said the grain pit --- were trucks and wagons empty corn and soybeans --- cracked after the ground around it washed away. The grains bins, though, escaped unscathed.The facility... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Faulk proposes group to study commissions gas costs Jun 21, 2008
Commissioners authorized revenue commissioner Harper to proceed with final settlement of the countys insolvents, errors and litigation in taxes 2007, an annual standard operating practice that allows Harper to complete tax accounting for the year with the state comptroller. New standard contracts were approved for the countys license inspectors, who will henceforth be contract employees, as opposed to the current mix of employment statuses. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
CSU Reaches Final Settlement Agreement on Stacy Johnson-Klein Judgment Jun 20, 2008
- The California State University has announced a final settlement agreement with former Fresno State basketball coach Stacy Johnson-Klein that will allow the university to pay out the settlement over a period of 23 years. The original award to Johnson-Klein in a lawsuit against Fresno State alleging sexual harassment and gender discrimination was reduced to $6. (Gobulldogs.com)
A prudent settlement Jun 19, 2008
The final settlement gives her $9 million. That's a bone-chilling hit to the taxpayers, but it could have been much worse if the legal fight had continued. (Fresno Bee)
Lodi's legal 'nightmare' over Jun 19, 2008
Final settlement in groundwater contamination case reached ... The final settlement was for 50,000 from United Dry Cleaners. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Inflation warning after fuel deal Jun 18, 2008
It was not clear whether Shell was involved in the final settlement, but the firm welcomed the news. Mr Hutton's comments come as the UK's inflation rate rose to 3. (BBC News -- UK)
$35 Million Probate Fight Over Hedge Fund Manager Seth Tobias' Estate Settles Jun 17, 2008
The parties are scheduled to return Thursday to seek the judge's approval of final settlement language, which they want to keep confidential. The judge said he would review case law on the confidentiality request and decide later. (Law.com)
New settlements hurt peace talks, Rice tells Israel Jun 17, 2008
Israel and the Palestinian Authority are locked in negotiations to work out a final settlement of land to be owned by a future Palestinian state, and an eventual withdrawal of Israel from the West Bank ... On the timetable for a final settlement, Dr Rice said she remained confident that an agreement could be reached by year's end. (Sydney Morning Herald)
* Envoys try to arrange Israel-Syria summit Jun 17, 2008
Israeli media reported yesterday that Olmert told Rice that while Israel would not confiscate more Palestinian land, it would build in Jewish neighborhoods of Jerusalem it expected to keep as part of any final settlement with the Palestinians. This story has been viewed 264 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Goldman to buy stake in M&M for Rs 700cr Jun 16, 2008
255 per annum interest on funds to the Goldman Sachsby issuing over till it is issued equity share at the time of final settlement. For the quarter ended March 31, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) held 25. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
