• West Virginia University trying to leave Big East for Big 12

    West Virginia University filed a lawsuit Monday seeking an immediate divorce from the Big East so it can become a member of the Big 12 before the 2012 football season. Syracuse and Pittsburgh withdrew from the Big East in September to join the Atlantic Coast Conference. The Big 12 announced West Virginia’s acceptance on Friday…

  • Redbox ups fees

      Redbox said that they will increase their daily DVD rental fees to $1.20 from $1. The statement said “The price change is based on an increase in operating costs, including higher debit card fees that went into effect October 1. This is the first time in eight years Redbox has raised our daily DVD…

  • Sony to acquire Ericsson’s share of Sony Ericsson

      Ericsson is  selling its stake in Sony Ericsson to Sony Corporation for billions in cash.  Sony will  integrate Sony Ericsson devices into its  electronics products.  Sony will have access to patents from Ericsson. Ericsson Press release: Sony to acquire Ericsson’s share of Sony Ericsson Sony Ericsson to become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony and…