Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / July 31, 2010, 11:39 pm

Day Late, Not a Dollar Short: Thomas Signs as Camp Starts

RENTON (AP) -- The Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement with safety Earl Thomas, one of their two first-round draft picks. A person familiar with the deal says it's a five-year contract worth $21.1 million ... (Source: KHQ Right Now 2010-08-01T06:08:45Z)

ORIOLES BLOG: O's deal Ohman to Marlins at deadline

Right at the 4 p.m. non-waiver trade deadline, the Orioles traded lefty reliever Will Ohman to the Marlins for righty Rick VandenHurk, according to multiple media outlets. The club apparently did not move Ty Wigginton ... (Source: Carroll County Online 2010-08-01T06:08:45Z)

Chelsea Clinton & Marc Mezvinsky Married (PHOTOS)

Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky were officially married on Saturday night. Former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton released this statement: "Today, we watched with great ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-08-01T06:01:36Z)

Jets Bring Wide Receiver Laveranues Coles Back to New York for NFL Season

The New York Jets signed free-agent wide receiver Laveranues Coles , who has played seven of his 10 National Football League seasons with the team, General Manager Mike Tannenbaum said. Terms of the deal weren ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-31T00:12:02Z)

Juan Manuel Marquez dominates Juan Diaz to keep lightweight belts

LAS VEGAS — Although Juan Manuel Marquez's right eye was swollen nearly shut, he kept it focused on his one remaining goal — a third fight with Manny Pacquiao. Marquez didn't exactly make himself more ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-01T06:08:45Z)

Official: NY Yankees acquire Houston Astros Lance Berkman for two prospects

NEW YORK -- The New York Yankees announced Saturday that they acquired first baseman Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros. The Astros, who will send the Yankees $4 million in the deal, will receive pitching ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-07-31T19:38:50Z)

Seahawks agree to deal with first-round pick Thomas

SEATTLE -- The Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement with safety Earl Thomas, one of their two first-round draft picks. A person familiar with the deal says it's a five-year contract worth $21.1 million, including $ ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-08-01T05:32:58Z)

Movie Schedules

Regal Berkshire Mall 10 (Lanesborough): Inception (PG13) 1:20, 4:50, 8 & 9; Cats and Dogs: Revenge of Kitty Galore 3D (PG) 12:50, 2:55, 5, 7:10 & 9:15; Cats and Dogs: Revenge of Kitty Galore (PG) 2:10, 4:20 ... (Source: Berkshire Eagle 2010-07-31T12:07:51Z)

Mexican star Rafael Marquez released from deal with Barcelona; could join Thierry ...

FILE-This June 11, 2010 file photo shows South Africa's Steven Pienaar, right, being tackled by Mexico's Rafael Marquez, left, during the World Cup group A soccer match between South Africa and Mexico at ... (Source: Trentonian 2010-08-01T05:32:58Z)

Box Office: 'Schmucks,' 'Cats & Dogs' No Nightmare for 'Inception'

Three weeks in, "Inception" is still creating the dream at the domestic box office, with the long-legged Christopher Nolan film expected to gross another $30 million in the U.S. and Canada and once again lead the market ... (Source: TheWrap 2010-07-30T01:53:26Z)

UPDATED: The big day: Chelsea Clinton weds in Rhinebeck

UPDATED 10:22 p.m. RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton has married her longtime boyfriend at an exclusive estate along New York's Hudson River. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement ... (Source: WRGB 2010-08-01T02:34:00Z)

Marquez Leaves Barcelona, Appears Headed To NY

(AP) BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - Rafael Marquez was released Saturday from the final two seasons of his contract with Barcelona, a move that allowed the 31-year-old Mexican defender to join former teammate Thierry ... (Source: CBS News 2010-07-31T19:24:31Z)

Soccer great Marquez leaves Barcelona, appears headed to NY Red Bulls

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Rafael Marquez was released Saturday from the final two seasons of his contract with Barcelona, a move that allowed the 31-year-old Mexican defender to join former teammate Thierry ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-07-31T21:11:53Z)

Juan Manuel Marquez dominates Juan Diaz to keep lightweight title

Las Vegas -- Juan Manuel Marquez earned a masterful unanimous decision over Juan Diaz on Saturday night, picking apart his younger opponent to retain his WBA and WBO lightweight titles. Marquez captivated the ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-01T06:08:45Z)

Source: Cincinnati Bengals, wide receiver Terrell Owens reach deal

A year after they were featured on HBO's "Hard Knocks," the Cincinnati Bengals have scripted their own reality show. T.O. and Ocho. Two self-conscious stars, one NFL team. The Bengals reached a contract ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-07-28T04:47:36Z)

Cubs trade Ted Lilly and Ryan Theriot to Dodgers

With less than two hours before baseball's non-waiver trade deadline, the Cubs traded pitcher Ted Lilly, second baseman Ryan Theriot and cash to the Los Angeles Dodgers for infielder Blake DeWitt and two ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-31T22:23:28Z)

Report: Packers Sign 1st Rd. Pick Bulaga

According to a report, the Packers and their first round pick have agreed to a five-year-deal. GREEN BAY - According to an ESPN report, the Packers and their first round pick have agreed to a five-year-deal. ESPN's Adam ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-30T14:46:31Z)

Astros Trade Berkman to Yankees

It's official. Lance Berkman is a Yankee. The New York Yankees announced the completion of the deal just after 1:30 p.m. ET Saturday, 24 hours after Berkman agreed to waive the no-trade clause in his contract, as per ... (Source: KVUE 2010-08-01T03:16:57Z)

Chelsea Clinton weds in Rhinebeck

RHINEBECK - Associated Press - Chelsea Clinton wed her longtime boyfriend under extraordinary security at an elegant Hudson River estate late Saturday. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement ... (Source: WTen.com 2010-08-01T06:15:55Z)

Dodgers acquire Lilly, Theriot in trade with Cubs

The Los Angeles manager has a familiar face for the push: left-hander Ted Lilly . Lilly was traded to the Dodgers by the Chicago Cubs on Saturday along with infielder Ryan Theriot for infielder Blake DeWitt and minor ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-01T02:12:32Z)

Packers, Bryan Bulaga Agree to 5 Year Contract

Green Bay Packers 1st round draft choice Bryan Bulaga has agreed to a 5 year, $14.75 milliion contract on the eve of 2010 Training Camp, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Friday morning. The deal will include $8.76 million ... (Source: CBS 5 - Green Bay 2010-07-30T15:36:38Z)

Lance Berkman, Houston Astros Part Ways: Deal Sends Slugger to Yankees

It's a sad day for the city of Houston, Texas, and the Astros franchise. On Saturday, July 31—the final day of the trade deadline—the Houston Astros ended the Lance Berkman era when they sent the All-Star slugger ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-01T02:48:19Z)

T.O. signs with the Cincinnati Bengals

TO and the Cincinnati Bengals have agreed to a 1 year $2Million deal – putting Terrell Owens and Ochocinco on the same offense. They might not be putting up their numbers from a few seasons ago, but this looks like a ... (Source: Belmont Sports News 2010-07-28T16:29:07Z)

Movie Schedule

Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (PG) - 1:15, 3:35, 5:55, 8:15, 10:25. Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore 3D (PG) - 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7:10, 9:20. Charlie St. Cloud (PG-13) - 11:30, 12:40, 2, 3 ... (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2010-07-31T07:00:03Z)

Juan Manuel Marquez makes his case with unanimous decision over Juan Diaz

He has taken almost to begging, but Juan Manuel Marquez no longer needed to throw out the hyped-up empty words that too often scar his sport. Saturday night at Mandalay Bay Events Center, Marquez's case to ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-01T05:54:26Z)

Packers sign first-rounder Bulaga

The Packers announced Friday morning that they have signed OT Bryan Bulaga (notes) , their first-round selection in the 2010 draft. According to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter, the deal is for $14.75 ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-28T23:52:55Z)

O's Ship Will Ohman To Marlins

WBALTV.com The Baltimore Orioles have traded veteran left-handed reliever Will Ohman to the Florida Marlins for pitcher Rick VandenHurk, who spent most of this season in Triple-A. Ohman, 32, had a 3.30 ERA in 51 ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-01T02:41:10Z)

Seattle Seahawks agree to deal with No. 14 pick Earl Thomas

SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks have reached an agreement with safety Earl Thomas, one of their two first-round draft picks. A person familiar with the deal says it's a five-year contract worth $21.1 ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-01T05:25:48Z)

Dodgers make deadline deal for Ted Lilly, Ryan Theriot

The Dodgers traded Blake DeWitt and decent prospects Brett Wallach and Kyle Smit today for Ted Lilly, an inconsistent, 34-year-old pitcher in decline, and Ryan Theriot, a 30-year-old infielder who is more ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-31T20:07:28Z)

Florida Marlins trade Rick VandenHurk to Orioles for reliever Will Ohman

The Marlins pulled off a trade in the final hour of today's deadline, sending Class AAA reliever Rick VandenHurk to the Baltimore Orioles for left-handed reliever Will Ohman. Ohman gives the Marlins another ... (Source: Palm Beach Post (blog) 2010-07-31T20:28:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 31, 2010, 10:39 pm

Chelsea Clinton marries investment banker Marc Mezvinsky

RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton wed her longtime boyfriend under extraordinary security at an elegant Hudson River estate late Saturday. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement that their ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-08-01T01:29:35Z)

Sanofi Aventis Board Votes To Make a Formal Offer to Genzyme

French drug maker Sanofi Aventis intends to continue its project on Genzyme after the failure of its informal approach to U.S. biotech company Genzyme (NASDAQ stock symbol:GENZ), Reuters learned Wednesday from a source ... (Source: HULIQ.com 2010-07-29T03:13:21Z)

Dodgers need stimulus plan

LOS ANGELES - Fox wants to own a baseball team again. No, seriously. The company that paid Frank McCourt to take the Los Angeles Dodgers off its hands now covets the Texas Rangers. Never mind the Rangers, Fox ... (Source: Victoria Advocate 2010-08-01T04:28:32Z)

Jefferies analyst raises price target for Genzyme on reports of Sanofi acquisition ...

INDIANAPOLIS — A Jefferies & Co. analyst raised her price target Thursday for shares of Genzyme Corp., citing media reports that French drugmaker Sanofi-Aventis SA will make an offer to buy the biotechnology drugmaker ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-29T12:38:52Z)

Early draft choices Gerald McCoy, Joe Haden agree to terms with teams | NFL

TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers agreed to terms on a five-year contract with first-round draft pick Gerald McCoy and also reached a six-year deal with left tackle Donald Penn, a restricted free agent ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-01T02:19:41Z)

One Year Since Hikers Detained Along Iran and Iraq Border

Today marks one year since the American hikers were detained in Iran.Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar joined a small rally at the state capitol urging the release of three Americans arrested along the Iran-Iraq border ... (Source: KEYC 2010-08-01T04:57:10Z)

Trenches Talk: Chargers Start Working On Keeping LT Marcus McNeill

The Chargers have begun preliminary contract discussions with the representatives of holdout LT Marcus McNeill, NFL.com reported. McNeill is the blind-side protector of QB Philip Rivers, and the Chargers could see their ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-08-01T05:18:39Z)

New York Jets (386)

Chargers OLB Shawne Merriman decided to join teammates Vincent Jackson and Marcus McNeill as training camp holdouts. Merriman, who hasn't signed his $3.3 million tender offer, says he is unhappy about his name popping up ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-29T23:58:54Z)

Rafael Marquez to leave Barcelona, can sign with NY's Red Bulls

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Rafael Marquez was released Saturday from the final two seasons of his contract with Barcelona, a move that allows the 31-year-old Mexican defender to sign with Major League Soccer's New York ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-07-31T20:43:15Z)

Bill Clinton hits the scene on Chelsea's wedding eve

RHINEBECK, N.Y. — Bill Clinton made a long-anticipated appearance in the upstate New York village where his daughter is getting married, drawing crowds of onlookers Friday afternoon as preparations continued largely ... (Source: Times-Argus 2010-07-31T07:00:03Z)

Sanofi readies deal for Genzyme

The biotech reportedly rejected an informal takeover offer from Sanofi-Aventis (SNY), prompting expectations of a higher bid from the French drugmaker or from rivals GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and Johnson & Johnson (JNJ ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-07-29T22:33:00Z)

Roy Oswalt agrees to trade to Phillies

Roy Oswalt granted his own wish: He's now part of a pennant race. Miguel Tejada and Jorge Cantu joined the mix, too. The trade wheel of fortune kept spinning Thursday with veterans-for-prospects deals that ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-07-30T04:16:36Z)

Soccer great Marquez leaves Barcelona, appears headed to NY Red Bulls

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Rafael Marquez was released Saturday from the final two seasons of his contract with Barcelona, a move that allowed the 31-year-old Mexican defender to join former teammate Thierry ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-07-31T21:11:53Z)

Lawrence: Oswalt could be Phillies' golden fleece

Maybe Ruben Amaro Jr. promised Ed Wade he would get him a World Series share, or even a timeshare in Bermuda. Or that he would hook him up in their next trade. There has to be something else going from ... (Source: Delaware County Daily Times 2010-08-01T04:07:04Z)

Clinton wedding: Bill, Hillary emerge in Rhinebeck, NY on eve Chelsea's wedding

RHINEBECK, N.Y. (AP) — Bill Clinton made a long-anticipated appearance in the upstate New York village where his daughter is getting married, drawing crowds of onlookers Friday afternoon as preparations ... (Source: Courier-Journal 2010-07-31T17:51:27Z)

Chelsea Clinton getting married today

RHINEBECK, N.Y. — Bill Clinton made a long-anticipated appearance in the upstate New York village where his daughter is getting married, drawing crowds of onlookers Friday afternoon as preparations continued ... (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press 2010-07-31T19:24:31Z)

Mexican star Rafael Marquez released from deal with Barcelona; could join Thierry ...

FILE-This June 11, 2010 file photo shows South Africa's Steven Pienaar, right, being tackled by Mexico's Rafael Marquez, left, during the World Cup group A soccer match between South Africa and Mexico at ... (Source: Trentonian 2010-08-01T00:46:38Z)

Clinton renews appeal to Iran to free US hikers

A picture obtained from Iran's state-run English-language Press TV shows detained US hikers (from left) Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd and Josh Fattal in Tehran in May 2010. Amnesty International called on Iranian authorities ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T03:31:16Z)

McCoy, Penn agree to terma with Buccaneers

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Buccaneers have agreed to terms on a five-year contract with first-round draft pick Gerald McCoy and reached a six-year deal with restricted free agent left tackle Donald Penn. General manager ... (Source: Tahlequah Daily Press 2010-07-31T20:28:56Z)

Flurry of Deadline deals shakes up game

The Padres gave notice they're on the offensive to take their turnaround all the way to October. The Astros officially turned the page on perhaps the greatest era of their history, dealing away two icons. The ... (Source: Boston Red Sox 2010-08-01T02:05:22Z)

Rhinebeck, NY Prepares For The Wedding Of Chelsea Clinton & Marc Mezvinsky

RHINEBECK, NY - JULY 31: A guest walks towards a limo heading to the wedding of Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky on July 31, 2010 in Rhinebeck, New York. Chelsea Clinton, the daughter of former U.S. President Bill ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-01T01:51:03Z)

UPDATED: The big day: Chelsea Clinton weds in Rhinebeck

UPDATED 10:22 p.m. RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton has married her longtime boyfriend at an exclusive estate along New York's Hudson River. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement ... (Source: WRGB 2010-08-01T02:34:00Z)

Trenches Talk: Merriman Joins Chargers Holdouts

—> —>Chargers OLB Shawne Merriman (notes) decided to join teammates Vincent Jackson (notes) and Marcus McNeill (notes) as training camp holdouts. Merriman, who hasn't signed his $3.3 million tender offer ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-29T23:58:54Z)

Dodgers could use a stimulus plan

But it also is unfortunate that the general manager who pursued pitching all season had to offer this honest explanation for why the Dodgers could not land Dan Haren or Roy Oswalt : "Two of the starting pitchers that got ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-01T05:18:39Z)

Houston Astros Trade Roy Oswalt to Philadelphia Phillies: Fantasy Impact

In one of the most anticipated deals of the summer, the Houston Astros traded pitcher Roy Oswalt to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday in exchange for J.A. Happ and two minor league prospects. Oswalt will make his ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-30T19:40:01Z)

Obama urges Iran to 'immediately release' three US hikers

A picture obtained from Iran's state-run English-language Press TV shows detained US hikers (from left) Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd and Josh Fattal in Tehran in May 2010. President Barack Obama called on Iran Friday to ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T03:31:16Z)

Buccaneers reach deals with first-round draft pick Gerald McCoy, left tackle Donald ...

TAMPA, Fla. The Buccaneers have agreed to terms on a five-year contract with first-round draft pick Gerald McCoy and also reached a six-year deal with restricted free agent left tackle Donald Penn. General manager Mark ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-31T16:11:14Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 31, 2010, 9:40 pm

Witt to help with Gulf recovery for BP

BILOXI — BP announced Friday that it is hiring a former Clinton-era emergency management official and his consulting firm to help with the recovery from the Gulf oil spill. Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley was in ... (Source: Arkansas Online 2010-07-30T15:36:38Z)

Obama says he'll call GOP's bluff on deficit talk and offer `a bunch of ideas' of his ...

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has a warning for Republicans who denounce the federal deficit but reject proposals to cut it. Obama tells CBS, "I'm going to call them on their bluff." The president promises to ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-31T19:10:12Z)

Chelsea Clinton weds at exclusive New York estate

RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton wed her longtime boyfriend under extraordinary security at an elegant Hudson River estate late Saturday. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement that ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-01T04:35:42Z)

Rhinebeck, NY Prepares For The Wedding Of Chelsea Clinton & Marc Mezvinsky

RHINEBECK, NY - JULY 31: A guest walks towards a limo heading to the wedding of Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky on July 31, 2010 in Rhinebeck, New York. Chelsea Clinton, the daughter of former U.S. President Bill ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-01T01:51:03Z)

Clinton renews appeal to Iran to free US hikers

A picture obtained from Iran's state-run English-language Press TV shows detained US hikers (from left) Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd and Josh Fattal in Tehran in May 2010. Amnesty International called on Iranian authorities ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T03:31:16Z)

GM's Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000

DETROIT - General Motors Co. said Tuesday its Chevrolet Volt electric car will start at $41,000 when it goes on sale in November. While the price is about $8,000 more than its closest rival, the Nissan Leaf ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-07-28T11:14:09Z)

Obama says he'll call Republicans' bluff on deficit talk and offer his own ideas

WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama has a warning for Republicans who denounce the federal deficit but reject proposals to cut it. Obama tells CBS, "I'm going to call them on their bluff." The president promises to have ... (Source: CJAD 2010-07-31T20:36:06Z)

Glee's Britney Episode: We've got the deets!

Glee's much anticipated, Britney Spears episode, reportedly called, "Britney/Brittany," is scheduled to air this September! Consisting of six Britney Spears songs, Glee's creator, Ryan Murphy, promised fans at ... (Source: Thinkfashion.com 2010-07-26T19:01:48Z)

Obama urges Iran to 'immediately release' three US hikers

A picture obtained from Iran's state-run English-language Press TV shows detained US hikers (from left) Shane Bauer, Sarah Shourd and Josh Fattal in Tehran in May 2010. President Barack Obama called on Iran Friday to ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-01T03:31:16Z)

Hot off the Wire: U.S. sues Oracle; YouTube boosts upload limit; Microsoft to offer ...

NEW YORK, N.Y. – The U.S. Justice Department said Thursday it is joining a fraud lawsuit against Oracle Corp. related to software contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars. The agency said Oracle failed to offer ... (Source: Local Tech Wire 2010-07-30T10:28:49Z)

GM unveils sticker price for Volt

Prices for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid electric car will begin at $41,000 when the vehicle goes on sale in Texas and a few other markets in December, General Motors announced this week. But a three-year lease ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-07-31T17:01:21Z)

'Glee' Cast and Creator Offer up Details about Britney Spears Episode

The cast of "Glee" opened up to ET at Comic-Con 2010 about the highly anticipated Britney Spears episode, and FOX show creator Ryan Murphy revealed which cast member will embody the iconic pop star. ET spoke with fan ... (Source: ETOnline.com 2010-07-26T02:12:29Z)

YouTube upload limit 15 minutes

NEW YORK - In case 10 minutes isn't enough to show off your guitar solo skills or Lady Gaga impersonation, YouTube has raised the limit it places on video uploads to 15 minutes. The video website, owned by ... (Source: Atlantic City Press 2010-07-30T04:45:14Z)

Chelsea Clinton marries investment banker Marc Mezvinsky

RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton wed her longtime boyfriend under extraordinary security at an elegant Hudson River estate late Saturday. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement that their ... (Source: Everett Herald 2010-08-01T01:29:35Z)

Robert Guerrero outpoints Joel Casamayor, Linares beats Juarez on Marquez-Diaz ...

Former featherweight champion Robert Guerrero dominated Joel Casamayor in a lopsided unanimous decision Saturday night, winning in his debut at 140 pounds. Jorge Linares also earned a comfortable unanimous ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-01T03:31:16Z)

Juan Manuel Marquez Gets a Warm Reception at Pep Rally

On Saturday afternoon, Juan Manuel Marquez participated in a pep rally at Placita Olvera in downtown Los Angeles, before making his way out to Sin City where he'll take on Juan Diaz on Saturday night. The current ... (Source: 411mania.com 2010-07-26T20:20:33Z)

BP hiring former FEMA head for Gulf recovery

BP says it's hiring a former Clinton-era emergency management official and his consulting firm to help with the recovery from the massive Gulf oil spill. Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley is in Biloxi, Miss., to outline his ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-30T15:00:50Z)

YouTube boosts upload limit to 15 minutes

In case 10 minutes isn't enough to show off your guitar solo skills or Lady Gaga impersonation, YouTube has raised the limit it places on video uploads to 15 minutes. The video website, owned by Google Inc., said in a ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-29T19:48:21Z)

'Glee': What's your dream Brittany-Britney episode plot?

Image Credit: Michael Yarish/Fox; Scott Gries/Getty Images So my colleague John Young scored some serious Glee scoop while attending the show's panel at Comic-Con yesterday — click here to read the whole ... (Source: Entertainment Weekly Online 2010-07-26T20:34:52Z)

Obama says he'll call Reps bluff on deficit talk

WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama has a warning for Republicans who denounce the federal deficit but reject proposals to cut it. Obama tells CBS, "I'm going to call them on their bluff." The president promises to have ... (Source: MSN Canada News 2010-07-31T20:50:25Z)

Chevy Volt: GM hikes electric car's production capacity

DETROIT — General Motors said Friday that it is boosting production capacity for its new Chevrolet Volt due to strong public interest in the electric car that goes on sale this year. GM will now have a ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-30T19:40:01Z)

BP hiring former FEMA head for Gulf

BILOXI, Miss. (AP) - BP says it's hiring a former Clinton-era emergency management official and his consulting firm to help with the recovery from the massive Gulf oil spill. Incoming BP CEO Bob Dudley is in ... (Source: WTNH.com 2010-07-30T15:08:00Z)

Boxing Preview: Juan Manuel Marquez vs. Juan Diaz 2

17 months after Juan Manuel Marquez defeated Juan Diaz for the WBA and WBO lightweight titles, the pair go at it once again as they square off tonight at Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas. Both boxers are coming off ... (Source: SaddoBoxing.com 2010-07-31T20:00:18Z)

UPDATED: The big day: Chelsea Clinton weds in Rhinebeck

UPDATED 10:22 p.m. RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton has married her longtime boyfriend at an exclusive estate along New York's Hudson River. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement ... (Source: WRGB 2010-08-01T02:34:00Z)

Protesters push for release of detained American hikers

Washington (CNN) -- Protesters held rallies across the United States and abroad Saturday to mark the one-year anniversary of what many called the "unfair" detention of three American hikers seized by Iranian ... (Source: CNN 2010-08-01T03:16:57Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 31, 2010, 8:40 pm

Chelsea Clinton, Marc Mezvinsky wed

RHINEBECK, N.Y., Jul 31, 2010 (UPI via COMTEX) -- Former U.S. first daughter Chelsea Clinton and investment banker Marc Mezvinsky were married Saturday at a palatial Hudson Valley estate, her parents said. "Today, we ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-01T02:26:51Z)

Dodgers acquire Lilly, Theriot in trade with Cubs

The Los Angeles manager has a familiar face for the push: left-hander Ted Lilly . Lilly was traded to the Dodgers by the Chicago Cubs on Saturday along with infielder Ryan Theriot for infielder Blake DeWitt and minor ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-01T02:12:32Z)

Indians deal Austin Kearns to Yankees

(AP) — CLEVELAND - The Cleveland Indians dealt outfielder Austin Kearns to the New York Yankees on Friday night in exchange for a player to be named or cash. Kearns hit .272 with the Indians this season with 18 doubles ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-07-31T02:28:02Z)

Continued: Judge rejects higher offer from MLB's preferred buyer of Texas Rangers ...

FORT WORTH, Texas - A bankruptcy judge Friday rejected a last-minute higher bid on the Texas Rangers from Major League Baseball's preferred buyer, a deal that would have canceled next week's auction. Since U.S ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-31T14:45:20Z)

No deal for SUNY overhaul, Paterson says

ALBANY — Gov. David Paterson on Friday rejected the Legislature's compromise proposal on a plan that would grant new powers to New York's public colleges. Paterson spokesman Morgan Hook said in a statement ... (Source: Democrat and Chronicle 2010-07-31T09:16:03Z)

Texas Rangers May File Motion Under Seal to Aid Settlement in Sale Dispute

The Texas Rangers, the bankrupt Major League Baseball club, won court permission to file a motion under seal that the team said will help settle some disputes in its Chapter 11 case. The motion asks the court ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-29T19:34:02Z)

Baseball notebook: New York Yankees trading for Lance Berkman and Austin Kearns ...

Lance Berkman is headed to the New York Yankees, who plan to complete a deal to acquire the former All-Star from the Houston Astros on Saturday, a day after the World Series champions obtained outfielder ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-31T05:48:28Z)

SUNY overhaul compromise rejected by Paterson

ALBANY -- Gov. David Paterson on Friday rejected the Legislature's compromise proposal on a plan that would grant new powers to New York's public colleges. Paterson spokesman Morgan Hook said in a statement ... (Source: Press & Sun-Bulletin 2010-07-31T00:19:11Z)

Senators re-sign forward Peter Regin to two-year deal

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators avoided an arbitration hearing with Peter Regin by re-signing the Danish forward on Thursday to a two-year contract. He'll make $950,000 in the first year and $1.05 million in ... (Source: Calgary Herald 2010-07-29T22:18:41Z)

Andrew Ladd signs

T he Atlanta Thrashers avoided arbitration with restricted free agent Andrew Ladd by signing the forward to a one-year, $2.35 million deal. The 24-year-old Ladd had 17 goals and 21 assists with the Chicago Blackhawks ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-30T04:52:23Z)

Regin re-signs with Ottawa

While the Ottawa Senators, up in the great white north, are still looking for a leading man down here in Bingo, they signed a former B-Sen to help them in Canada's Capital City. Peter Regin, re-signed with the parent ... (Source: FOX 40 News WICZ TV 2010-07-31T03:18:09Z)

Lance Berkman, Houston Astros Part Ways: Deal Sends Slugger to Yankees

It's a sad day for the city of Houston, Texas and the Astros franchise. On Saturday, July 31—the final day of the trade deadline—the Houston Astros ended the Lance Berkman era when they sent the All-Star slugger to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-01T02:48:19Z)

New York Yankees acquire pitcher Kerry Wood from Cleveland Indians

NEW YORK - The New York Yankees acquired pitcher Kerry Wood from the Cleveland Indians on Saturday, the third deal in less than 24 hours for the World Series champions as they beefed up for the stretch run ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-31T21:19:03Z)

Flurry of Deadline deals shakes up game

The Padres gave notice they're on the offensive to take their turnaround all the way to October. The Astros officially turned the page on perhaps the greatest era of their history, dealing away two icons. The ... (Source: Boston Red Sox 2010-08-01T02:05:22Z)

Dodgers make deadline deal for Ted Lilly, Ryan Theriot

The Dodgers traded Blake DeWitt and decent prospects Brett Wallach and Kyle Smit today for Ted Lilly, an inconsistent, 34-year-old pitcher in decline, and Ryan Theriot, a 30-year-old infielder who is more ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-31T20:07:28Z)

Ted Lilly & Ryan Theriot Traded To Dodgers: Fantasy Impact

According to MLB Network, the Dodgers have acquired Ted Lilly & Ryan Theriot from the Cubs for Blake DeWitt and minor league pitchers Brett Wallach & Kyle Smit. His fantasy vale remains relatively flat due to the move ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-31T22:52:06Z)

Tim Tebow Signs With Denver Broncos [NFL]

Tim Tebow is officially a member of the Denver Broncos. Tebow who was the 25th pick in the NFL draft has agreed to a 5-year, $11 million deal with $8 million guaranteed. This leaves 22nd pick Demaryius Thomas ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-30T00:13:13Z)

Denver Broncos, WR Demaryius Thomas Agree to $15.5 Million Deal

Denver: Former Georgia Tech Demaryius Thomas and the Broncos have agreed to terms of a five-year deal worth approximately $15.5 Million, with $9.35 million guaranteed. Thomas' freaky 25 yards per reception average last ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-01T02:41:10Z)

Saudi, Syrian leaders arrive for talks in Lebanon

King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia and Syrian President Bashar Assad visited Beirut on Friday in a show of unity before an international tribunal's indictments in the 2005 assassination of former Lebanese Prime ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-01T03:02:38Z)

Rhinebeck, NY Prepares For The Wedding Of Chelsea Clinton & Marc Mezvinsky

RHINEBECK, NY - JULY 31: A guest walks towards a limo heading to the wedding of Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky on July 31, 2010 in Rhinebeck, New York. Chelsea Clinton, the daughter of former U.S. President Bill ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-01T01:51:03Z)

Phillies looking to unload Werth, acquire Oswalt in separate deals

The Phillies are talking about possible tandem trades where they would deal slugger Jayson Werth and acquire Astros ace Roy Oswalt, according to sources. And the Phils are said to be looking at scenarios where ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-20T23:55:15Z)

Broncos, Thomas agree to terms on five-year, $15.5 million deal

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The Denver Broncos will kick off training camp Sunday without any holdouts. First-round draft pick Demaryius "Bay-Bay" Thomas agreed to a five-year deal with more than $9 million in ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-01T01:22:25Z)

Syrian, Saudi leaders tackle tension in Lebanon

Hariri's 2005 assassination set off a huge political tremor in Lebanon, where the repercussions are still playing out five years later. The dramatic joint Saudi-Syrian visit to Beirut demonstrated urgent Arab concern to ... (Source: Today's Zaman 2010-07-31T23:42:12Z)

New York Lawmakers Return to Albany Wednesday; No Budget Deal Expected

ALBANY - State lawmakers are due back in Albany on Wednesday to collect their $171 per diems, but they aren't expected to accomplish much other than that. Lawmakers on Tuesday gave no indication that the proposals Gov ... (Source: WGRZ TV 2010-07-27T22:13:54Z)

UPDATED: The big day: Chelsea Clinton weds in Rhinebeck

UPDATED 10:22 p.m. RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Chelsea Clinton has married her longtime boyfriend at an exclusive estate along New York's Hudson River. Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced in a statement ... (Source: WRGB 2010-08-01T02:34:00Z)

Judge keeps Aug. 4 auction in sale of bankrupt Texas Rangers; Mavericks owner Cuban may bid

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - A bankruptcy judge has ruled that the Aug. 4 auction of the Texas Rangers won't be delayed, and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban may be among the bidders. Angry creditors argued ... (Source: Buffalo News 2010-07-22T18:09:17Z)

Speculation in Lebanon on a deal over STL

Lebanese President Michel Suleiman(R) Saudi King Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz (C) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad (L) . Standing behind them are PM Saad Hariri and Speaker Nabih Berri Hezbollah MP Nawaf al Mousawi ... (Source: Ya Libnan 2010-07-31T23:56:31Z)

Yankees acquire Lance Berkman, Kerry Wood

NEW YORK — The New York Yankees have completed their trade for Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros, and have acquired pitcher Kerry Wood from the Cleveland Indians. The World Series champions sent reliever ... (Source: MyCentralJersey.com 2010-07-31T23:13:34Z)

Sources: Berkman deal in place

The Berkman deal likely will be completed before Saturday's trade deadline. The Astros will pick up $4 million of the $7 million owed to Berkman this year and in his 2011 option, sources said. The Yankees will ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-31T14:31:01Z)

Official: NY Yankees acquire Houston Astros Lance Berkman for two prospects

NEW YORK -- The New York Yankees announced Saturday that they acquired first baseman Lance Berkman from the Houston Astros. The Astros, who will send the Yankees $4 million in the deal, will receive pitching ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-07-31T19:38:50Z)

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