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Deals of the Hour / July 25, 2010, 6:40 pm

Michael Cera Plays a Good Game of Poker

On the set of the upcoming comic-book movie Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World , Michael Cera and his costars played poker during their downtime. The 22-year-old actor told People at San Diego's Comic-Con ... (Source: The Celebrity Cafe.com 2010-07-25T01:59:22Z)

Tim Thomas Talking With Mavericks About Return

Tim Thomas (notes) , who missed most of 2009-10 to take care of his ill wife, is working on a deal to return to the Mavericks, his agent told ESPN.com. "We're hoping to get something nailed down to bring him ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-22T23:52:53Z)

Arizona Diamondbacks trade Dan Haren to Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

The Arizona Diamondbacks have traded pitcher Dan Haren to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim for three pitchers and a player to be named later. The most prominent name in the deal is left-hander Joe Saunders ... (Source: Tucson Citizen 2010-07-26T00:32:16Z)

Plover eggs stolen from Hampton Beach: Investigators offer $2,500 reward for ...

Democrat file photo Federal and state officials are investigating the theft of a clutch of Piping Plover eggs that occured in May. HAMPTON — Federal investigators are offering a $2,500 reward for information about an ... (Source: Fosters Daily Democrat 2010-07-25T07:14:19Z)

J.J. Abrams, Whedon talk pop culture at Comic-Con

SAN DIEGO -- Before Joss Whedon and J.J. Abrams got too deep into a discussion about pop culture, Whedon confirmed some major Marvel news: He's directing "The Avengers." He made the announcement Thursday at ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-07-21T23:54:04Z)

Jump in car-loan approval rate may speed up economic recovery

DES MOINES, Iowa — It's getting easier to get a car loan. "A couple of months ago, it was horrible," said George Magliano, an automotive-research analyst with IHS Global Insight. "The least blemish ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-07-25T11:10:33Z)

Michael Cera Went Undercover As A Gorilla In The Scott Pilgrim Experience Line

"Scott Pilgrim vs. The World " star Michael Cera 's involvement in film's Scott Pilgrim Experience at San Diego Comic-Con this week wasn't limited to just making T-shirts . As it turns out, he hung out in ... (Source: MTV.com 2010-07-25T03:10:56Z)

Comic Con 2010: 'Salt' and 'Battle: Los Angeles' Panel Highlights

On Thursday, July 22 at 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M., Hall H at San Diego Comic Con International belonged to Sony Pictures Entertainment. As scheduled, the studio promoted "Salt" and "Battle: Los Angeles". "Salt" opened ... (Source: AceShowbiz 2010-07-23T08:06:48Z)

Two US soldiers missing in Afghanistan, feared seized by Taliban

Kabul - NATO said Saturday that two of its soldiers were missing in Afghanistan amid claims by the Taliban that they captured the servicemen south of Kabul. The soldiers left their compound in Kabul city on ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-07-24T15:50:54Z)

'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' Teaser Leaks Online!

A teaser trailer promoting 'Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides' had appeared at Comic-Con, and now has made its way online. Leaked. The teaser is basically Jack Sparrow giving the rundown on whats going to go ... (Source: COMICBOOKMOVIE.com 2010-07-24T02:14:52Z)

Robert Rodriguez unveils `Machete' at Comic-Con

Robert Rodriguez loves Comic-Con, but the San Diego Convention Center is just too limiting. So the filmmaker decided to unveil his new movie, "Machete," on a street corner instead. Dan Steinberg AP Photo ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-07-23T22:04:19Z)

Credit matters more now when seeking best car deals

It's getting easier to get a car loan. "A couple of months ago, it was horrible," says George Magliano, an automotive research analyst with IHS Global Insight. "The least blemish on your credit report and you ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-25T04:58:19Z)

Will mainstream success kill San Diego's Comic-Con International?

W ill mainstream fame destroy Comic-Con? Will the nerds succumb to the narcissism enabled by too much Hollywood love? Will the geek raison d'etre be diluted as the films that fill the hallowed halls of the San Diego ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-21T04:12:57Z)

Geeks inherit the earth: Tons of movie news, previews pouring out of Comic-Con

Movie buffs, comic-book collectors, sci-fi fans and nerds and geeks of all stripes have taken over San Diego for Comic-Con, the city's annual pop culture convention. Now in its 41st year, Comic-Con draws ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2010-07-24T06:03:56Z)

New Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Clip Plus More from Creator Bryan Lee O'Malley

Those that attended the Comic-Con panel for the upcoming comic book adaptation Scott Pilgrim vs. The World were treated to one of the most celebrated panels so far. Director Edgar Wright moderated the discussion which ... (Source: ReelzChannel.com 2010-07-23T22:40:07Z)

Credit rating is crucial factor in good car deal

It's getting easier to get a car loan. ''A couple of months ago, it was horrible,'' said George Magliano, an automotive research analyst with IHS Global Insight. ''The least blemish on your credit report and ... (Source: Akron Beacon Journal 2010-07-25T06:31:22Z)

Tim Thomas, Mavericks Discussing Return

Tim Thomas is looking to return to the NBA as a member of the Mavericks. Thomas missed a majority of last season to take care of his ill wife. Agent Bob Myers says he and the club are working toward a new deal that would ... (Source: RealGM 2010-07-24T23:14:43Z)

STAR STYLE CRUSH: Angelina Jolie's Comic Con Couture

Angelina Jolie made an appearance at the first day of Comic Con International in San Diego on Thursday afternoon in unbelievably sexy style. Promoting her latest movie, Salt , which hits theatres Friday, the ... (Source: Radar Online.com 2010-07-22T21:58:21Z)

NBA Capsules: Spurs sign 1st-round pick James Anderson

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The San Antonio Spurs have signed first-round draft pick James Anderson. Terms of the deal announced Friday weren't released. The 6-foot-6 guard out of Oklahoma State bypassed his senior ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-24T09:17:12Z)

Former OSU player James Anderson signed by San Antonio Spurs

Terms of the deal announced Friday weren't released. The 6-foot-6 guard out of Oklahoma State bypassed his senior year and was the 20th pick in the June NBA draft after finishing sixth in the nation in scoring at 22.3 ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-07-23T21:07:03Z)

Johnny Depp Surprised Comic Con Attendees with Video for "Pirates of the Caribbean 4 ...

Yesterday, the crowd at Comic-Con 2010 (lucky lubbers) got the privilege to see the new teaser with Johnny Depp at the delight of everyone lucky enough to be attending. Mr. Johnny Depp appeared as the infamous ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-24T13:34:54Z)

Reward Offered For Information On Stolen Piping Plover Eggs

CONCORD, N.H. -- A reward has been offered in the investigation of a clutch of piping plover eggs stolen from Hampton Beach State Park in May. The Fish and Game Department said the four eggs were stolen shortly after a ... (Source: WMUR.com 2010-07-23T20:09:47Z)

Taliban in Afghanistan offer to exchange body of U.S. sailor for insurgent prisoners

U.S. and NATO officials confirmed that two American Navy personnel went missing Friday in the eastern province of Logar, after an armored sports utility vehicle was seen driving into a Taliban-held area ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-07-26T00:53:45Z)

Angels acquire Dan Haren from Arizona

ARLINGTON - This just in: The Los Angeles Angels fired off their second trade of the weekend. This one was a little bit bigger than Alberto Callaspo. The Angels sent LHP Joe Saunders, RHP Francisco Rodriguez and two ... (Source: Dallas Morning News (blog) 2010-07-25T22:23:25Z)

Comic Con 2010: Jack Sparrow Appears in 'Pirates of Caribbean 4' Promotional Clip

Walt Disney Pictures gives a surprise to attendees at their Comic Con panel on Thursday, July 22 by showing a clip for "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides". Though it does not give any glimpse of scene from the ... (Source: AceShowbiz 2010-07-23T03:06:09Z)

Taliban Captured 2 U.S. Service Members in Afghanistan?

Coalition forces have launched a manhunt for two missing Sailors in Afghanistan. The two service members went missing after driving off their base in Kabul on Friday, July 23, 2010. Later, the Taliban claimed ... (Source: RIGHTPUNDITS.COM 2010-07-25T22:01:57Z)

Tim Thomas, Dallas Working on Deal

Tim Thomas is eager to return to the NBA after missing most of last season to take care of his ill wife. He's eager to return to the Dallas Mavericks, too. Thomas' agent, Bob Myers, told ESPNDallas.com that he ... (Source: Hoops World 2010-07-25T11:39:11Z)

Diamondbacks deal Haren to Angels

Phoenix, AZ (Sports Network) - The Arizona Diamondbacks have traded starting pitcher Dan Haren to the Angels for starting pitcher Joe Saunders, reliever Rafael Rodriguez, minor league pitcher Patrick Corbin ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-07-25T22:52:03Z)

Spurs Sign Former OSU Star Anderson

The San Antonio Spurs have signed first-round draft pick and former Oklahoma State Cowboy James Anderson. Terms of the deal announced Friday weren't released. The 6-foot-6 guard out of Oklahoma State bypassed his senior ... (Source: KOCO 2010-07-23T21:42:51Z)

$2,500 reward in piping plover case

HAMPTON — Federal investigators on Friday announced a $2,500 reward as they search for the culprit who stole a nest containing four piping plover eggs during the first week of May at Hampton Beach State Park. The U.S ... (Source: Seacoast Online 2010-07-24T06:03:56Z)

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