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Deals of the Hour / July 5, 2010, 12:14 am

Maine cops say more children at drug deals

BANGOR, Maine (AP) — Drug police in Maine say they're concerned by what they say is a disturbing trend of more parents bringing children to drug deals. Garry Higgins of the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency says that over the past two months the agency has made 10 felony drug arrests and investigators ... (Source: Fosters Daily Democrat 2010-07-03T06:43:09Z)

Crossover cool

She's clutching her toddler's hand with her phone pressed to her ear or finger-scrolling through e-mail while carrying too many packages. Now, she doesn't have to worry about carrying her fab handbag, too. The crossbody ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-05T04:53:24Z)

E. Maine site under review for wind

AUGUSTA, Maine -- Maine land-use regulators this week will consider whether to allow a streamlined application for a wind farm on 695 acres of timberland in eastern Maine. The Bangor Daily News says First Wind LLC plans to file an application with the Land Use Regulation Commission this fall in ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-04T15:31:40Z)

Hong Kong Stocks Slide; H-Share Index in Longest Losing Streak Since 1996

Hong Kong stocks fell for a fourth day, set for the benchmark index's longest losing streak in two months, as banks led declines after Bank of China Ltd. announced plans for a rights offer and on concern of an economic ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-05T04:53:24Z)

Crossbody bags give fashion, function, free hands

She's clutching her toddler's hand with phone pressed to her ear or finger-scrolling through e-mail while carrying too many packages. Now, she doesn't have to worry about carrying her fab, fashionable handbag, too. The ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-04T18:37:47Z)

Maine suspect planned to live with victim's daughter

Thayne Ormsby, 20, of Orient, was arrested Friday in Dover, N.H., where he was held on a fugitive from justice charge. He's charged in Maine with three counts of murder in the Amity stabbings of Jeffrey Ryan, 55, whom ... (Source: Sun-Journal 2010-07-05T04:46:15Z)

Nigerian socer federation leaders fired after president suspends team over World Cup

ABUJA, Nigeria - The Nigerian Football Federation fired its two leaders Sunday, trying to appease the West African nation's president. In a statement, the federation's executive committee said it fired president Sani ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-05T07:02:15Z)

England Midfielder Joe Cole: We Are Paying The Price For The Premier League's Success

England midfielder Joe Cole believes the success and development of the Premier League over the last decade has taken its toll on the national side. The former Chelsea playmaker has delivered a damning verdict on English football, claiming young English talent is being forced to play second fiddle ... (Source: goal.com 2010-07-05T02:37:24Z)

Cheap, Illegal Road Signs on Rise in Recession

ORLANDO | The signs cluster on the street corners like day laborers looking for work: They're selling carpet cleaning, tree trimming, air-conditioning repair, day care, website design, Google seminars. At the traffic lights, they offer passing motorists cheap health insurance, cash for junk cars ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-07-05T06:04:59Z)

Bank of China Limited (3988.HK)

HONG KONG (Reuters) - Bank of China shares fell in Hong Kong on Monday, outpacing broader market declines, after it announced a 60 billion yuan ($8.86 billion) fundraising plan, the sudden timing of which caught many off guard and sparked talk that the country's No.4 lender may urgently need cash ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-01T23:56:19Z)

Diego Maradona rips refs

A rgentina coach Diego Maradona went after World Cup referees yesterday, saying that Germany and Spain have benefited from "horrible" officiating to reach the quarterfinals. Spain's goal in the 1-0 win over Portugal in the round of 16 should have been ruled offside by Argentine referee Hector ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-03T14:21:17Z)

Mortgage rates low, but no buyers

An odd scene has been playing out lately in the offices of mortgage brokers and bankers around the country. Mortgage rates have sunk to levels not seen in more than a half-century — a seductive 4.58 percent for an average 30-year fixed loan. Yet brokers and lenders report not a flood but a trickle ... (Source: The Daily Advertiser 2010-07-04T14:20:05Z)

Mortgage rates are a screaming buy. So where are the bargain-hunters?

An odd scene has been playing out lately in the offices of mortgage brokers and bankers around the country. Mortgage rates have sunk to levels not seen in more than a half-century — a seductive 4.58 percent for an average 30-year fixed loan. Yet brokers and lenders report not a flood but a trickle ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-03T16:01:30Z)

Updated : Betty White Catches Lebron Fever and Shocks With an Offer He May Not Be Able to Refuse

Betty White and the cast of TV Land's runaway hit "Hot in Cleveland" — Valerie Bertinelli, Jane Leeves and Wendie Malick – have gotten in the bidding war to lure Lebron James to stay put as a Cav. The fabulous quartet – whose show is based where the coveted free agent last played ... (Source: TVbytheNumbers 2010-07-01T23:56:19Z)

Nowitzki's adviser: 'No statement, no decision'

DALLAS—Dirk Nowitzki is still thinking about his offer from the Dallas Mavericks. Nowitzki was expected to meet Saturday with Mavericks officials after having a night to sleep on a proposal from the club. However, his adviser, Holger Geschwindner, told The Associated Press on Saturday night that ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-04T00:15:25Z)

Mortgage rates scream buy, but is anybody listening?

An odd scene has been playing out lately in the offices of mortgage brokers and bankers around the country. Mortgage rates have sunk to levels not seen in more than a half-century - a seductive 4.58 percent for an ... (Source: Globe Gazette 2010-07-04T22:34:01Z)

World Cup Teams

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) The Nigerian Football Federation fired its two leaders Sunday, trying to appease the West African nation's president. In a statement, the federation's executive committee said it fired president Sani Lulu and vice president Amanze Ugbulam, as well as a member of the federation's ... (Source: comcast.net 2010-07-04T20:46:38Z)

All In The Game

"I am 50 in October and this is the toughest day of my life. This is like a kick in the face. This was a punch from Muhammad Ali. I have no more energy for anything.  – Diego Maradona, floored by the Germans. Hold The Front Page   IF THE Berliner Kurier  has its way come the 2034 World Cup ... (Source: Irish Times 2010-07-04T23:52:45Z)

Don't cry for Maradona: Argentina coach no World Cup genius but no clown, either

PRETORIA, South Africa (AP) — The World Cup proved that Diego Maradona is no coaching genius. Nor was he the clown that some expected. True, there were times when it wasn't possible to observe the Argentine coach ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-04T18:37:47Z)

Crossbody bags offer style, function, free hands

She's clutching her toddler's hand with phone pressed to her ear or finger-scrolling through e-mail while carrying too many packages. Now, she doesn't have to worry about carrying her fab, fashionable handbag, too. The crossbody bag, sporting a long strap and worn across the body, is everywhere. The ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-07-05T05:57:50Z)

'Hot in Cleveland' ladies make LeBron an offer

The ladies of TV Land's new hit cable series, "Hot in Cleveland," are stepping up in support of their adopted hometown. A new video just hit the internet in which cast members Valerie Bertinelli, Wendie Malick, Jane Leeves and Betty White step into character and make a plea for Lebron James to stay ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-07-04T00:58:22Z)

Germany is the team to beat

JOHANNESBURG — Germany is the team to beat as the World Cup comes down to four contenders, with Spain, the Netherlands and Uruguay looking for a way to beat a German team that has peaked at just the right time. With 13 ... (Source: Rutland Herald 2010-07-05T07:02:15Z)

"Golden Girl" Woos LeBron: White Pitches James on Cleveland

The city of Cleveland has a new secret weapon in its efforts to keep free agent guard LeBron James from bolting town: an 88-year-old sitcom star. According to Entertainment Weekly , Betty White, the former "Golden Girls ... (Source: NBC Chicago 2010-07-05T06:04:59Z)

Cheap, illegal roadside signs grow in recession

ORLANDO - The signs cluster on the street corners like day laborers looking for work: They're selling carpet cleaning, tree trimming, air-conditioning repair, day care, website design, Google seminars. At the traffic lights, they offer passing motorists cheap health insurance, cash for junk cars ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2010-07-02T23:55:08Z)

World Cup: Maradona neither genius nor clown

PRETORIA, South Africa—The World Cup proved that Diego Maradona is no coaching genius. Nor was he the clown that some expected. True, there were times when it wasn't possible to observe the Argentine coach without ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-05T06:55:06Z)

Bank of China plans Rmb60bn rights issue

HONG KONG, July 2 - Bank of China , the country's number four lender, plans to raise up to Rmb60bn ($8.8bn) through a rights offer, the company said in a statement on Friday. The bank proposed a 1.1-for-10 rights issue to existing shareholders, the statement added. The move by BOC, which raised ... (Source: Financial Times 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Daily Dime Live

The latest word from Ric Bucher is that LeBron James could take until Tuesday or later to decide where he's going to play. That is going to have implications for David Lee and the Knicks. Fresh off his Saturday visit with the Minnesota Timberwolves , who do not have the cap space to sign Lee but ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-07-04T18:59:16Z)

Forget about the Hand of God - the will of God can lead us to World Cup glory, says Argentina boss Diego Maradona

DIEGO MARADONA reckons Divine intervention will guide Argentina to victory over Germany today - and take them all the way to the World Cup Final. In 1986 Maradona infamously claimed it was the Hand of God that helped give Argentina the lead in their 2-1 quarter-final victory over England when he ... (Source: Daily Record 2010-07-03T16:15:49Z)

Florida roadside signs pop up in bad economy

1:10 A.M. — ORLANDO — The signs cluster on the street corners like day laborers looking for work: They're selling carpet cleaning, tree trimming, air-conditioning repair, day care, website design, Google seminars. At the traffic lights, they offer passing motorists cheap health insurance, cash ... (Source: News-Press 2010-07-04T15:45:59Z)

Dirk gets an offer, but so far, no deal

With a Mavericks source calling it a formality, the club began negotiations Friday to lock up Dirk Nowitzki for another four years. Team president Donnie Nelson met with Nowitzki's friend, personal coach and adviser Holger Geschwindner for about an hour at the Southside on Lamar complex, where ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-07-04T02:31:25Z)

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