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Deals of the Hour / July 30, 2010, 11:40 am

Ryan Newman fined by NASCAR

Ryan Newman says he was one of the drivers fined by NASCAR for making critical comments about the racing series and hinted that Denny Hamlin was another. Newman refused to disclose on Friday the amount of the fine or ... (Source: WNDU 2010-07-30T17:38:19Z)

Lee rejects deal to Angels

HOUSTON -- Derrek Lee said he "agonized" over the decision about whether to accept a trade to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, but he decided his family came first. Lee invoked his 10-and-5 rights and ... (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-07-29T02:16:05Z)

Shirley Sherrod has local ties

YELLOW SPRINGS - An Antioch University Midwest spokesperson confirmed today that a woman in the midst of a national controversy attended the local university. Shirley Sherrod, a former AUM student, was forced to resign ... (Source: Xenia Daily Gazette 2010-07-30T17:24:00Z)

WADA pushes Russia on anti-doping

MOSCOW -- The head of the World Anti-Doping Agency says Russia must step up efforts against the use of banned drugs by athletes. WADA president John Fahey said at an international sports forum Friday that ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-30T17:45:29Z)

Rebellin loses Olympic doping appeal

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday rejected Italian cyclist Davide Rebellin's appeal against a doping charge that saw him lose his Olympic silver medal from Beijing. Rebellin came second behind Spain's ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-30T18:14:07Z)

Disney sells Miramax for $660 million

NEW YORK — The Walt Disney Co. said Friday that it agreed to sell its Miramax Films to an investor group for about $660 million, ending a 17-year association with the studio and a six-month bidding process ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-07-30T17:31:10Z)

Denver Broncos' QB Tim Tebow Inks Deal to Stand Around in Underwear

The Denver Broncos first round pick just signed a deal worth $12 million over five years to wear and advertise Jockey underwear. First of all, I don't really understand underwear advertisements in the first ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-30T16:19:35Z)

Walt Disney Co. agrees to sell Miramax Films for $660M; deal ends six-month bidding ...

NEW YORK (AP) — The Walt Disney Co. said Friday that it agreed to sell its Miramax Films to an investor group for about $660 million, ending a 17-year association with the studio and a six-month bidding process ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-30T17:24:00Z)

Shirley Sherrod: Does she have a case against Andrew Breitbart?

Shirley Sherrod, the former Agriculture Department official who was falsely accused of giving a racist address to the NAACP, said Thursday that she is planning to take legal action against Andrew Breitbart ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-07-29T21:07:06Z)

Ethics panel: Rangel deserves full House reprimand

(AP) - A House investigator says the panel handling Rep. Charlie Rangel's ethics case has recommended a reprimand by the full House--but that decision could be months away. Rep. Gene Green, who's on the subcommittee that ... (Source: Crain's New York Business 2010-07-30T18:21:16Z)

IP governor candidate had domestic incident

ST. PAUL — Third-party gubernatorial candidate Rob Hahn confirmed Thursday that his former wife has a protection order against him, after the Minneapolis Star Tribune reported the story. The newspaper cited ... (Source: St. Cloud Times 2010-07-29T23:30:16Z)

Cyclist Rebellin loses Olympic doping appeal, silver

The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled that the International Olympic Committee was right to disqualify Rebellin after he tested positive for the banned blood-boosting drug CERA. The IOC said in a ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-07-30T18:06:57Z)

Ethics panel recommended reprimand for Rangel

By LAURIE KELLMAN Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - A House investigator says the panel handling Rep. Charlie Rangel's ethics case has recommended a reprimand by the full House - but that decision could be months ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-30T17:16:51Z)

Walt Disney To Sell Iconic Film Studio Miramax For $600 Million

Walt Disney has announced that its Miramax film division will be sold for $660 million to private equity investors group Filmyard, ending its 17-year ownership of the iconic film studio which brought the world hits such ... (Source: Fresh Business Thinking 2010-07-30T15:36:38Z)

Gubernatorial hopeful Hahn confirms domestic incident, order of protection

ST. PAUL, Minn.-- Third-party gubernatorial candidate Rob Hahn is confirming a violent incident involving his former wife that led to an order of protection against him. On Thursday Hahn confirmed the details of a story ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-30T13:13:28Z)

Nation and World

SAN DIEGO - Ousted Agriculture Department employee Shirley Sherrod said Thursday she will sue a conservative blogger who posted a video edited in a way that made her appear racist. Sherrod was forced to resign last week ... (Source: Charleston Daily Mail 2010-07-30T17:31:10Z)

WADA head says Russia must do more against doping

MOSCOW -- The head of the World Anti-Doping Agency says Russia must step up its efforts against doping. WADA president John Fahey says at an international sports forum in Moscow that Russia has made progress ... (Source: Forbes 2010-07-30T15:22:19Z)

Cubs' Derek Lee exercises no-trade rights

One possible Cubs trading chip is officially off the market, with Derrek Lee exercising his no-trade rights and telling the club he wants to remain in Chicago through the final two months of his contact, team ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-07-28T20:18:11Z)

Italy's Davide Rebellin loses appeal of decision stripping him of cycling medal at ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland — Italian cyclist Davide Rebellin lost an appeal Friday of a decision stripping him of his 2008 Olympic silver medal for doping. He could now be suspended by cycling's governing body ... (Source: Republic 2010-07-30T15:58:06Z)

NFL Predictions For 2010 Season: Denver Broncos, Don't Start Tim Tebow

Over the years, the NFL has seen quarterbacks with tremendous hype that could succeed from day one as a starter. The NFL has also seen quarterbacks with tremendous hype that flopped immediately and can lead a cattle ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-30T18:14:07Z)

Texas NFL Capsules: Cowboys go from 5-time Pro Bowler to Free on left

Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Doug Free, right, blocks against offensive tackle Will Barker (73) during drills at the NFL football team's training camp Wednesday at Cowboys training camp in San Antonio. Romo ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-07-30T09:10:05Z)

WADA head says 'world is watching' so Russia must step up efforts against doping

MOSCOW (AP) — The head of the World Anti-Doping Agency says Russia must step up its efforts against doping. WADA president John Fahey says at an international sports forum in Moscow that Russia has made progress but ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-30T15:08:00Z)

Newman acknowledges he was fined by NASCAR for critical comments against series

LONG POND, Pa. Ryan Newman says he was one of the drivers fined by NASCAR for making critical comments about the racing series and hinted that Denny Hamlin was another. Newman refused to disclose on Friday the amount of ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-30T16:55:22Z)

Ryan Newman admits he was fined by NASCAR

LONG POND, Pa. (AP) -- Ryan Newman says he was one of the drivers fined by NASCAR for making critical comments about the racing series and hinted that Denny Hamlin was another. Newman refused to disclose on Friday the ... (Source: WRDW-TV 2010-07-30T18:21:16Z)

Why Rangel isn't interested in cutting a deal

Yesterday, the political world waited to see whether Rep. Charlie Rangel would cut a deal to rescue himself from possible expulsion from the House. Today, we find out why Rangel isn't terribly worried ... (Source: Hotair.com 2010-07-30T17:52:38Z)

Tim Tebow: Denver Broncos' Problem with Taking Him in the First Round

Sure, starting quarterback Kyle Orton failed to receive a long-term commitment from the Denver Broncos. He struggled down the stretch and battled an injury despite passing for 3,800 yards. As a result, he and the Broncos ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-30T18:21:16Z)

Cowboys relying on new left tackle Free to protect Romo

(Tony Gutierrez/Associated Press) New Cowboys left tackle Doug Free (left) is responsible for protecting quarterback Tony Romo's blindside. Free, trying to hold off teammate DeMarcus Ware in practice ... (Source: Temple Daily Telegram 2010-07-30T06:32:36Z)

IP gubernatorial candidate Hahn confirms ex-wife has protection order against him

Third-party gubernatorial candidate Rob Hahn confirmed Thursday that his former wife has a protection order against him, after the Minneapolis-based Star Tribune reported the story. The newspaper cited a ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-07-30T04:23:45Z)

Former Cowboys OL Flozell Adams signs multi-year deal with Pittsburgh Steelers

Former Cowboys offensive tackle Flozell Adams has found a new team. He has agreed to a multi-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to multiple reports. The Cowboys released Adams in April, opening ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-07-29T22:25:50Z)

Derrek Lee Rejects Proposed Trade to Angels

The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim may have swiped pitcher Dan Haren out from under the noses of the New York Yankees, but there's one hot trade prospect they won't be acquiring this season … Derrek Lee ... (Source: NESN.com 2010-07-29T19:55:31Z)

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