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Deals of the Hour / July 5, 2010, 4:12 pm

One-player-per-team All-Star rule is still relevant; repealing it isn't the answer

An annual rite of summer is the debate over who got snubbed in All-Star selections , and invariably it comes up that the one-player-per-team rule is questioned . But stop there - there's a reason that we have the rule. And yeah, Evan Meek (the Pirates' lone pick) and Michael Bourn (the Astros ... (Source: About - News & Issues (blog) 2010-07-05T21:35:34Z)

Nikkei closes 0.69 pct up, consumer lenders soar

TOKYO, July 5 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks advanced Monday as investors sought bargains following the markets' recent losses and short-covering in exporters was prompted by a weaker yen against the euro. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average added 63.07 points, or 0.69 percent, from Friday to 9,266.78 ... (Source: Xinhua News Agency 2010-07-05T12:24:22Z)

Mexico elections: Calderon's conservatives hold off resurgent PRI

CIUDAD VICTORIA, Mexico — President Felipe Calderon's allies held back a resurgence by Mexico's old ruling party, according to results Monday from state elections marred by drug gang violence so severe a large majority ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-05T16:20:36Z)

Katy Perry refused to have sex with Russell Brand on first night

POP singer Katy Perry says she tamed self-confessed sex addict Russell Brand by turning down his frantic pleas for sex. The legendary womaniser, whom she calls a "professional prostitute", had no choice but to wait for Katy. "Can you imagine the horrible feeling he had when he was used to getting ... (Source: Daily Telegraph 2010-07-04T18:30:38Z)

After 20 years, mom now knows what happened to missing son

TACOMA, Wash. -- Karen Hull has been waiting 20 years to find out what happened to her son Walter in 1990. She finally knows. Two decades after the 16-year-old Puyallup boy disappeared, one of his former classmates has ... (Source: KTVL 2010-07-05T18:15:08Z)

Katy reveals how she tamed Russell

The mystery of how famous lothario Russell Brand was finally tamed by Katy Perry has been uncovered - she made him wait for sex. The fiery singer has revealed she turned down the British comedian - who she said was basically a "professional prostitute" before he embraced monogamy - on the night they ... (Source: Tonight South Africa 2010-07-05T10:51:19Z)

Police: Ex-Oakland Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell arrested on drug possession charge in ...

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) — Alabama authorities say former Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell has been charged with possession of codeine syrup — a controlled substance — without a prescription. Mobile County ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-05T22:39:59Z)

Confessions end 20-year missing child case

The Yaquina Bay Bridge. File image. TACOMA, Wash. (AP) - Karen Hull has been waiting 20 years to find out what happened to her son Walter in 1990. She finally knows. Two decades after the 16-year-old Puyallup boy disappeared, one of his former classmates has confessed to murder, police said. Troy ... (Source: Katu.com 2010-07-05T16:06:17Z)

LEAD: Tokyo stocks rise slightly on bargain-hunting, exporter gains+

TOKYO, July 5 (AP) - (Kyodo)—(EDS: ADDING DETAILS AND PRICES) Tokyo stocks rose slightly Monday morning as bargain-hunting and gains in exporter shares lifted the market after a U.S. jobs report showed mixed results. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average gained 34.30 points, or 0.37 percent, from ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-05T02:58:52Z)

Scolari says he's not taking Dunga's job

Luiz Felipe Scolari is not planning a second stint as coach of his native Brazil. He's also not ruling it out. Brazil coach Dunga hinted he will not continue in the position following Friday's 2-1 World Cup quarterfinals loss to the Netherlands, and the Brazilian federation reportedly already is ... (Source: Salon 2010-07-04T10:52:30Z)

Photos worth framing

My shoe boxes of travel photographs bring back memories of the pictures that got away. Mom in Paris in springtime, except the Eiffel Tower is sticking out of her head like a rocket. My friend Russell on the steps of ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-07-05T14:04:35Z)

Tokyo stocks open slightly higher on bargain-hunting+

TOKYO, July 5 (AP) - (Kyodo)—Tokyo stocks opened slightly higher Monday as investors bought battered stocks after sharp falls last week while exporter shares gained on a respite in the yen's gains. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average rose 46.77 points, or 0.51 ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-07-05T00:57:11Z)

Scolari not available for Brazil for two years

Your account has been frozen . For your available options click the below button. LUIZ Felipe Scolari is not planning to return for a second stint as coach of his native Brazil after its World Cup elimination but would like to lead a national team at the 2014 tournament in his homeland. Coach Dunga ... (Source: The Scotsman 2010-07-05T02:51:43Z)

Group tries to build vets' cemetery

Some southern Utah residents are trying to create a new cemetery for veterans. Southern Utah Mortuary associate office manager Russell Kennedy says southern Utah is a perfect location because of the Veterans Memorial ... (Source: Daily Herald 2010-07-05T20:45:27Z)

Katy Perry married Russell Brand? Confirms it on BBC show but why lie to American fans [VIDEO]

July 5, 2010 -- Katy Perry has been talking in the UK and she has some interesting things to say about her relationship with Russell Brand. It isn't anything what we have heard before in the United States. In an interview with Gordon Norton on The Graham Norton Show Friday, Perry says that she is ... (Source: Examiner 2010-07-05T13:57:26Z)

Opposition PRI party falls short in Mexican regional vote

Mexico City - Mexico's opposition Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) fell short in regional elections seen in part as a referendum on President Felipe Calderon's fight against drug cartels, results showed Monday ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-07-05T15:09:01Z)

Ex-Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell arrested in Alabama on drug charge

MOBILE, Ala. — Alabama authorities say former Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell has been charged with possession of codeine syrup — a controlled substance — without a prescription. Mobile County Sheriff ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-05T22:47:09Z)

Calderon's Party Holds Back PRI

CIUDAD VICTORIA, Mexico (July 5, 2010)—Mexican President Felipe Calderon's party held back a resurgence by the country's old ruling party as alliances between Calderon's conservative party and Mexico's leftists seized ... (Source: KWTX 2010-07-05T18:36:36Z)

Group tries to buld vet's cemetery

CEDAR CITY, Utah (AP) - Some southern Utah residents are trying to create a new cemetery for veterans. Southern Utah Mortuary associate office manager Russell Kennedy says southern Utah is a perfect location because of the Veterans Memorial Park and the new veterans nursing home. Utah Veterans ... (Source: ABC 4 2010-07-05T20:38:18Z)

Setup reliever Meek is Pirates' lone All-Star

PITTSBURGH — Phillies manager Charlie Manuel echoed what Pittsburgh's John Russell said: Pirates reliever Evan Meek was a shoo-in for the National League All-Star team. Meek, a former Rule 5 draft pick who has been one of the NL's best setup relievers this season, will be the Pirates' lone all ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-05T05:50:40Z)

Group wants to build veterans' cemetery

CEDAR CITY, Utah (AP) -- Some southern Utah residents are trying to create a new cemetery for veterans. Southern Utah Mortuary associate office manager Russell Kennedy says southern Utah is a perfect location because of ... (Source: ksl.com 2010-07-05T22:11:21Z)

Katy Perry Calls Russell Brand a Professional Prostitute

Recording artist Katy Perry is featured on the cover of Esquire magazine's August issue, and the 25-year-old participated in an interview with the publication to discuss the highly publicized relationship that she has with her fiancé, British comedic actor Russell Brand. Perry spoke about when ... (Source: The Celebrity Cafe.com 2010-07-05T12:38:41Z)

Russell Brand having to cut his hair for movie role

The 36-year-old comic, who is starring opposite Jonah Hill in the new movie Get Him To The Greek, admitted he will finally have to tame his bushy hairdo when he starts filming the new Arthur flick. He said to UK newspaper Sunday Mirror: 'I will be getting my hair cut very soon. I have to get it cut ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-07-05T15:09:01Z)

9 tips for improving your vacation photos

WASHINGTON -- My shoe boxes of travel photographs bring back memories of the pictures that got away. Mom in Paris in springtime, except the Eiffel Tower is sticking out of her head like a rocket. My friend Russell on the steps of Michelangelo's Laurentian Library in Florence, not that you can tell ... (Source: Daily Journal 2010-07-05T09:11:06Z)

Give your photos some pizazz

WASHINGTON — My shoe boxes of travel photographs bring back memories of the pictures that got away. Mom in Paris in springtime, except the Eiffel Tower is sticking out of her head like a rocket. My friend Russell on the steps of Michelangelo's Laurentian Library in Florence, not that you can ... (Source: News-Sentinel 2010-07-05T04:03:18Z)

Meek named Bucs' lone All-Star pick

PITTSBURGH — Phillies manager Charlie Manuel echoed what Pittsburgh's John Russell said: Pirates reliever Evan Meek was a shoo-in for the National League All-Star team. Meek, a former Rule 5 draft pick who has been one of the NL's best setup relievers this season, will be the Pirates' lone ... (Source: Tribune-Democrat 2010-07-05T03:56:08Z)

Luiz Felipe Scolari wants Dunga's job

Luiz Felipe Scolari has declared he wants to take charge of Brazil at the 2014 tournament in his homeland, whilst former AC Milan boss Leanardo has also been linked with the national position after the departure of Dunga ... (Source: Kickoff 2010-07-05T13:50:16Z)

Ex-Raiders Quarterback JaMarcus Russell Arrested For Cough Syrup Possession

MOBILE, Alabama - Alabama authorities say former Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell has been charged with possession of codeine syrup - a controlled substance - without a prescription. Mobile County Sheriff's ... (Source: Fox40 2010-07-05T22:39:59Z)

'You've met your match!' Katy Perry reveals how she tamed Russell Brand - by making him wait for sex

The mystery of how famous lothario Russell Brand was finally tamed by Katy Perry has been uncovered - she made him wait for sex. The fiery singer has revealed she turned down the British comedian - who she said was basically a 'professional prostitute' before he embraced monogamy - on the night they ... (Source: Daily Mail 2010-07-05T22:11:21Z)

Russell Global Index Gains 44 Korean Stocks

TACOMA, Wash.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Russell Investments has added 44 Korean companies to the Russell Global Index as part of an annual process to maintain the most accurate equity benchmarks. As a result, the Korea component of the global index comprises 323 stocks that represent more than USD$946 ... (Source: Business Wire 2010-07-04T10:59:40Z)

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