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Deals of the Hour / June 11, 2010, 11:10 am

Stocks struggle for 2nd day of gains

A rosy report on consumer confidence offset some disappointing news about retail sales, and stocks were trying to turn positive this afternoon. The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index rose to a reading of ... (Source: MSN Money 2010-06-11T17:32:01Z)

Lions rookies have a lot to deal with off the field, too

Life as an NFL rookie isn't always easy. Besides learning playbooks as thick as telephone books, there's the ribbing from experienced players, the traditional carrying of veterans' helmets after practice, and all the ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-06-11T17:32:01Z)

Hosts retain pride after thrilling opener

"The game must start. We must enjoy the game." Words delivered by South African president Jacob Zuma but passed on to him by Nelson Mandela - "our icon", as Zuma had hailed him. "Mandiba" was not present at Soccer City ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-06-11T17:39:10Z)

Panini America Introduces Official 2010 FIFA World Cup Stickers and Sticker Albums in ...

After establishing a presence in the U.S. last year, Panini will undertake a concerted distribution and marketing effort in the U.S. under Panini America to promote the FIFA World Cup Sticker/Sticker Album which ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-11T17:53:29Z)

RIM to pay Motorola in licensing pact

NEW YORK (Reuters) – Cellphone rivals Motorola Inc and BlackBerry maker Research In Motion Ltd have reached a technology licensing agreement, ending more than two years of litigation. Illinois-based Motorola and Canada ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-06-11T17:39:10Z)

Nichols on Roberts: 'She's got life licked.'

(AP) — BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. - American Film Institute honoree Mike Nichols serves up perspectives on some of the famous actors he's directed: ? ELIZABETH TAYLOR: Toward the end of filming "Who's Afraid of Virginia ... (Source: Syracuse Post-Standard 2010-06-11T17:24:51Z)

Politi: Jets need to sign Darrelle Revis to a new deal, and do it soon

William Perlman/The Star-Ledger Darrelle Revis said he would attend the Jets' mini-camp next week but left the door open for a training camp holdout. If the Jets don't lock up Darrelle Revis to a long-term deal soon ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-11T17:17:42Z)

As World Cup opens, Tampa bid group dreams of possiblities

The world's largest sporting event had just begun, more than 8,000 miles away. Farrukh Quraishi stood at midfield Friday afternoon in an empty Raymond James Stadium, dreaming about the possibilities. "Can you imagine ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-11T17:53:29Z)

Conservative Sports.

Last week, Ross Douthat argued against the use of instant replay in baseball after the now-notorious not-perfect-perfect game. Douthat contends that it would somehow erode the sanctity of baseball, and I'm thinking of it ... (Source: prospect 2010-06-11T17:39:10Z)

Gold Finishes Up On Bargain-Hunting, US Retail Woes

[ XAU=X Loading... ( ) ] was last bidding towards $1,229 an ounce midday Friday, against $1,215.80 late in New York on Thursday. U.S. gold futures for August delivery settled up 8 percent at $1,230.20. The ... (Source: CNBC 2010-06-11T18:00:39Z)

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