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Deals of the Hour / June 29, 2010, 7:11 pm

At Russia-China Border, Bear Paws Sell Best

BLAGOVESCHENSK, Russia — It was a routine arrest, warranting only a brief mention in the local newspaper, Amur Pravda. Customs agents, suspicious of a woman's bulky clothing, discovered she had tape wrapped around ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-30T00:41:38Z)

Ford Fiesta Returns to ESPN's X Games With an All-Star Driver Lineup

Ford made its X Games debut in the new Ford Fiesta at X Games 15 last year, winning both gold and bronze, and will run in two events at this year's X Games "The Fiesta's gold medal-winning debut in the rally competition ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-30T00:20:09Z)

Landlords from Hell'' vanish

You may remember Kip and Nicole Macy , described by some as the ''Landlords from Hell'' based on their concerted, shall we say, effort to oust a pesky South of Market apartment unit tenant, which included, prosecutors ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-06-30T02:00:22Z)

Dollar Rallies as Chinese Growth, European Finances Stoke Demand for Stability, Liquidity

Given the performance of the US economic data on tap for the day, it was clear that the US dollar was fully engaged in its safe haven function. The bearing and intensity for risk appetite was quite clear. Taking stock of ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-30T01:10:16Z)

Research and Markets: Thailand Petrochemicals Report Q3 2010

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3aedc4/thailand_petrochem ) has announced the addition of the " Thailand Petrochemicals Report Q3 2010 " report to their ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-30T01:53:13Z)

Kevin Sherrington: The window for a Mavericks' championship is close to ending

Dallas Morning News columnist Kevin Sherrington answered questions from fans regarding the various Dallas-based teams, including the Cowboys, Rangers, Mavericks and the Big 12. Here are some highlights regarding the ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-30T01:53:13Z)

Spain 1, Portual 0: Spain's Villa strikes to send Portugal home

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) -- David Villa finished off a move of Spanish perfection to finally break down Portugal's defensive wall Tuesday and give the European champions a 1-0 win and spot in the World Cup ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-30T01:10:16Z)

Where Are China's Soccer Stars?

The Chinese are enthralled with World Cup soccer. Nearly 24 million viewers in China watched the match between Greece and South Korea, making it the single biggest audience in the first days of World Cup play. But the ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-06-30T02:00:22Z)

Russia Wants Access to Alleged Spy Ring Suspects Arrested in U.S.

Russia's foreign minister demanded Tuesday that it be allowed access to suspected spies arrested in the United States. Those arrested have committed no kind of activity directed against U.S. interests, the foreign ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-30T00:41:38Z)

APNewsBreak: BP giving financial help to stations

HOUSTON (AP) -- Gas could become cheaper at some BP pumps after the oil company agreed to measures meant to help distributors and station owners offset a consumer boycott against BP fuel that was sparked by the out-of ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-06-30T01:38:54Z)

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