Sara Lee Corp (NYSE:SLE) is a global manufacturer and marketer of brand-name products for consumers globally focused primarily on the meats, bakery, beverage and household products categories. Sara Lee Corp achieved its new 52 week high price of $19.96 where it was opened at $19.25 UP 0.83 points or +4.36% by closing at $19.85.

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Power3 Medical Products, Inc. (OTCBB:PWRM), a leading proteomics company focused on the development of innovative diagnostic tests in the fields of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, disclosed that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all of the stock of Rozetta-Cell Life Sciences, Inc.

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