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Deals of the Hour / July 9, 2010, 9:12 am

2010 NBA Free Agency: Is David Lee to the Warriors a Fair Trade?

Shortly after LeBron James announced his decision to bolt to South Beach, it appears as if another domino in the free agent frenzy has fallen. According to ESPN.com, the New York Knicks have officially executed a sign ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-09T15:40:04Z)

Facebook to launch virtual currency

Facebook is partnering a Malaysian company to sell credits at retail outlets across Asia for the first time, aiming to make it easier for millions of people to purchase virtual goods and play games on the social networking site while boosting revenue for developers. Electronic payments company MOL ... (Source: MSN UK News 2010-07-09T14:14:10Z)

80-year-old woman found living with 104 cats

WITTMAN, Ariz. — An 80-year-old Arizona woman has been found living with 104 mostly dead or dying cats. Maricopa County sheriff's officials say the bodies of 10 cats were found in the freezer and other cats were found ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-07-09T00:45:17Z)

LeBron James announcement to be carried worldwide on ESPN International

According to ESPN tonight's Lebron James announcement will be broadcast on the network's international service. The show will be seen live in Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Israel. ESPN Radio will also have the broadcast live tonight. The LeBron James saga ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-07-08T20:56:13Z)

80-year-old Ariz. woman found with 104 cats

WITTMAN, Ariz. -- An 80-year-old Arizona woman has been found living with 104 mostly dead or dying cats. Maricopa County sheriff's officials say the bodies of 10 cats were found in the freezer and other cats were found ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-08T23:33:42Z)

Mani the World Cup–Predicting Parakeet Does Not Think Paul the Psychic Octopus ...

Emboldened by the stardom of Paul the psychic octopus , the Associated Press traveled all the way to Singapore to locate another animal with clairvoyant capabilities. Meet Mani, a parakeet who belongs to an 80-year-old ... (Source: VANITYFAIR 2010-07-09T15:11:26Z)

NBA Notebook: Durant signs contract with Thunder

Durant signs contract with Thunder: The Oklahoma City Thunder have formally signed forward Kevin Durant to a multi-year contract extension. Team executive vice president and general manager Sam Presti announced the deal ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-07-09T13:02:35Z)

World Cup: Paul wraps his tentacles around Spain

Eyes around the world were focused on Germany's octopus oracle Paul on Friday as he made his biggest prediction yet in the World Cup: Spain will beat the Netherlands in the final. Paul's prescient picks in the World Cup ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-09T14:49:57Z)

Bucks agree to deal with Drew Gooden

MILWAUKEE -- Everyone who thought the Milwaukee Bucks would be among the most active teams on the first day of NBA free agency, please raise your hands. The Bucks made a surprising early splash Thursday, agreeing in ... (Source: Sportsnet.ca 2010-07-02T01:50:51Z)

Johnson inks 6-year, $123.7M deal to stay with Hawks

ATLANTA (AP) -- Joe Johnson has officially signed a six-year deal with Atlanta, giving the Hawks' four-time All-Star an average of more than $20 million each year. Johnson's agent, Arn Tellem, says the deal is worth $123.7 million. Johnson and the Hawks agreed to the maximum contract on Monday ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-07-09T03:15:36Z)

Malaysian Internet company MOL to sell credits for popular Facebook applications in Asia

Electronic payments company MOL _ part of the business empire of tycoon Vincent Tan _ will offer the online currency from Aug. 1 at more than 500,000 outlets including 7-Eleven stores and Internet cafes in five Southeast ... (Source: Newser 2010-07-06T23:57:32Z)

Catholic Church Brokers Deal To Free 52 Cuban Political Prisoners

Cuba will free 52 political prisoners and allow them to leave the island, Roman Catholic church officials announced Wednesday in a surprising concession that would be the largest release of jailed dissidents in more than a decade. The announcement came after the latest round of unprecedented talks ... (Source: Free Internet Press 2010-07-08T18:11:34Z)

PROSECUTORS: Jesse Jackson Jr. knew of Senate seat offer.

Hoo, boy . A supporter of U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. told the Democratic congressman in 2008 that he would raise $1 million in return for then- Gov. Rod Blagojevich naming Jackson to the U.S. Senate, a federal ... (Source: RedState 2010-07-09T00:09:29Z)

Sponsors for LeBron's "Decision" Hope Viewers Stay Tuned

LeBron James' television special that he named, "The Decision", will be broadcast internationally. But how many people will sit down and watch it and for how long? Sports news has been held hostage by the made-for-television event and it has dominated most sports fans' discussions since the news ... (Source: HULIQ.com 2010-07-08T18:54:31Z)

Johnson officially inks deal with Hawks

ATLANTA (AP) -- Joe Johnson has officially signed a six-year deal with Atlanta, giving the Hawks' four-time All-Star an average of more than $20 million each year. Johnson's agent, Arn Tellem, says the deal is worth $123.7 million. Johnson and the Hawks agreed to the maximum contract on Monday ... (Source: NBA 2010-07-09T00:59:36Z)

Milwaukee Bucks, John Salmons reportedly agree on five-year deal for $40 million

MILWAUKEE — Another day, another deal for the Milwaukee Bucks, who have suddenly become one of the biggest buyers during the most-hyped free agency period in NBA history. The Bucks made another major move Friday ... (Source: Post-Crescent 2010-07-03T09:13:28Z)

Advance America to close 122 locations

Payday lender Advance America Cash Advance Centers Inc. said Thursday that it will shut down 122 locations in several states, including all of its Arizona locations since a law that permitted cash advances in that state ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-07-09T03:22:45Z)

LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh: 10 Possible Nicknames for Trio

LeBron James sat in front of the camera Thursday night and announced his decision to join Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami. However, he looked troubled when announcing the news. He looked nervous. Why was he nervous ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-09T15:40:04Z)

Facebook in deal to sell site credits in Asia

Facebook is partnering with a Malaysian company to sell credits at retail outlets across Asia for the first time, aiming to make it easier for millions of people to purchase virtual goods and play games on the social ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-07-09T06:07:24Z)

San Francisco considers ban on sale of most pets

A crew from the upcoming Animal Planet series "Must Love Cats" was in town Tuesday to film a segment at the Cat House on the Kings, the no-cage, no-kill facility in Parlier where between 500-700 cats live. The series ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-07-09T00:52:26Z)

Why LeBron James Should Be Thanking The People Who Are Burning His Jersey

Last night, during the one-hour LeBron James Spectaculavaganza on ESPN, James was shown video of his jersey being burned by Cleveland fans bitterly angry that he had decided to go to the Miami Heat. While he clearly didn ... (Source: NPR News 2010-07-09T15:32:54Z)

Jesse Jackson Jr. knew of $1 million offer for Senate seat, prosecutors say

A supporter of U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. told the Democratic congressman in 2008 that he would raise $1 million in return for then- Gov. Rod Blagojevich naming Jackson to the U.S. Senate , a federal prosecutor said ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-06T23:57:32Z)

Paul the psychic octopus vs. Mani the prescient parakeet: Clash of the titans

The heavyweights of the world of soccer football prognostication are set for a showdown from which only one will emerge victorious. Paul, the psychic octopus from Germany, and Mani, the prescient parakeet from Singapore ... (Source: HULIQ.com 2010-07-09T13:02:35Z)

Cuban dissident calls off hunger strike after 134 days

Guillermo Farinas, the Cuban dissident who has drawn international attention for his prolonged hunger strike, has called off the fast , supporters said Thursday. The dissident's decision comes after the Cuban government ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-07-09T03:44:14Z)

LeBron to Miami, is it Good for the NBA?

With the news last night of LeBron James going to the Miami Heat, along with Chris Bosh, and joining Dwayne Wade. The question becomes is this good for the NBA. From most people's point of Though the New York area seems ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-07-09T15:40:04Z)

NBA free-agency tracker: Former Pistons Darko Milicic, Amir Johnson get big deals

The Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed to terms with former Pistons draft pick Darko Milicic on a four-year deal. Milicic's agent, Marc Cornstein, says the two sides reached agreement today, just over 12 hours after ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-02T03:59:42Z)

Johnson Officially Signs 6-Year Deal With Hawks

Joe Johnson said Thursday after re-signing with Atlanta that playing with the Hawks gives him the best chance to win today and in the future. Johnson officially signed a six-year deal with Atlanta that will pay the four-time All-Star an average of more than $20 million a year. The deal is for $123.7 ... (Source: NPR News 2010-07-08T23:05:04Z)

Prensa Latina publishes press note from Archbishopric of Havana

AT midday today, Wednesday, July 7, Cardinal Jaime Ortega Alamino was received by Cuban President Raúl Castro Ruz. Miguel Angel Moratinos, Spanish minister of foreign affairs and cooperation, and Bruno Rodríguez ... (Source: Ahora.cu 2010-07-09T12:19:38Z)

Bucks make quick free agency splash, agree to deal with free agent PF Drew Gooden

MILWAUKEE - Everyone who thought the Milwaukee Bucks would be among the most active teams on the first day of NBA free agency, please raise your hands. The Bucks made a surprising early splash Thursday, agreeing in ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-02T06:15:42Z)

Jesse Jackson Jr. knew of $1 million offer for Senate seat, prosecutors say ...

Jul 08, 2010 (Chicago Tribune - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- A supporter of U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. told the Democratic congressman in 2008 that he would raise $1 million in return for then ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-07-08T09:29:01Z)

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