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Deals of the Hour / August 10, 2010, 12:39 pm

Ontario to cash in with online gambling

TORONTO - Ontario is going to cash in on Internet gambling. Finance Minister Dwight Duncan says the province will offer online gambling in 2012. Government officials say that within five years the province could rake in ... (Source: MSN Canada News 2010-08-10T17:10:58Z)

Fathima Rifqa Bary: Fathima Rifqa Bary case ends as she turns 18

T oday, Rifqa Bary turns 18. That means her long, painful public legal battle with her parents is expected to end and she will be free to live wherever she likes and worship whatever God she chooses. Hers has ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-10T13:14:44Z)

Crabs Offer Evidence of Oil Tainting Gulf Food Web

Marine biologists routinely gather shellfish for study. Since the spill began, many of the crab larvae collected have had the distinctive orange oil droplets. Researchers are investigating whether the splotches also ... (Source: Sci-Tech Today 2010-08-10T07:09:40Z)

The ABCs of Mortgages in Four Parts The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada updating ...

OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 08/10/10 -- The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) has completely updated The ABCs of Mortgages to take into account the different needs of Canadian consumers. While some are ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-10T16:13:42Z)

Packers dealing with injuries

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- General manager Ted Thompson likes the perspective he gets of standing on the field when the Packers hold their annual Family Night scrimmage. He just isn't thrilled about the unilateral nature of the ... (Source: Dubuque Telegraph Herald 2010-08-10T14:54:57Z)

Christian Convert Teen Who Left Her Muslim Family Turns 18

Remember the case of the young woman, Rifqa Bary, who fled her Muslim family which she claimed was abusive to her because she had converted to Christianity? The case made national headlines when Bary fled to ... (Source: NPR News 2010-08-10T16:56:39Z)

Sacto Parents Face Felony Charges In Teen Chaining

Prosecutors say a Sacramento couple has been charged with felony child endangerment for imprisoning their 13-year-old son for days by locking him in chains, often tethered to a kitchen table. 41-year-old John Vang, the ... (Source: KPIX 2010-08-10T15:16:26Z)

Fathima Rifqa Bary turns 18, wins freedom to do as she likes

T oday, Rifqa Bary turns 18. That means her long, painful public legal battle with her parents has ended and she is free to live wherever she likes and worship whatever God she chooses. Hers has been a long ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-08-10T17:10:58Z)

No clemency for Ohio killer of 2

A man who murdered two former co-workers and tried to kill a third at a veterinary supply warehouse in northeastern Ohio faces execution today. Gov. Ted Strickland rejected clemency for Roderick Davie a day ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-08-10T08:57:02Z)

Ohio To Execute Man Who Killed 2 At Warehouse

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A man who murdered two former co-workers and tried to kill a third at a veterinary supply warehouse in northeast Ohio faces execution on Tuesday. Gov. Ted Strickland has rejected clemency ... (Source: Ohio News Now 2010-08-10T11:13:03Z)

European Long Course Championships

30th LEN European Swimming Championships Budapest, Hungary August 4-15, 2010 Event 101 Men''s 400m Freestyle 400m Nage Libre Hommes Results Résultats Finals Finales Record Splits Name NOC Code Location Date ... (Source: SwimInfo 2010-08-09T17:19:18Z)

Kosrae Hotels Offer Special Savings for Pacific Divers, Eco-Travelers

Information contained on this page is provided by companies via press release distributed through PR Newswire, an independent third-party content provider. PR Newswire, WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or ... (Source: WKOW-TV.com 2010-08-10T18:01:04Z)

Livermore Woman Held on $4.3 Million Bail for Alleged Sexual Relations With Teens

LIVERMORE, Calif. (AP) - A Livermore woman was being held on $4.3 million bail on allegations she had long-term sexual relationships with two teenage boys, authorities said Sunday. Christine Hubbs, 42, was arrested ... (Source: KRON4 2010-08-07T23:55:23Z)

Crabs provide proof oil tainting food web

BARATARIA — To assess how heavy a blow the BP oil spill has dealt the Gulf of Mexico, researchers are closely watching a staple of the seafood industry and primary indicator of the ecosystem's health: the ... (Source: The Daily Advertiser 2010-08-10T08:35:34Z)

Calif. couple accused of chaining teen to kitchen table as punishment charged with ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. Prosecutors say a Northern California couple accused of imprisoning their 13-year-old son for days by locking him in chains, often tethered to a kitchen table, has been charged with felony ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-10T14:26:19Z)

Couple face felony charges for chaining teen

SACRAMENTO, CA (AP) - Prosecutors say a Northern California couple accused of imprisoning their 13-year-old son for days by locking him in chains, often tethered to a kitchen table, has been charged with felony child ... (Source: Wave 3 2010-08-10T15:02:07Z)

Packers hurting after weekend scrimmage

GREEN BAY (AP) - Green Bay general manager Ted Thompson likes the perspective he gets of standing on the field when the Packers hold their annual Family Night scrimmage. He's just isn't thrilled about the ... (Source: Watertown Daily Times 2010-08-10T17:46:45Z)

Teen Choice Awards 2010: Katy Perry hosts, vampires dominate

This year's Teen Choice Awards was sooo high school. Hosted by kooky singer Katy Perry and the male stars of 'Glee,' the show was full of cheerleaders, prom queens, goths and nerds. 'Tonight is my chance to go back to ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-08-10T06:05:14Z)

Biedermann beaten by French teen at European Championships

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) -- Teenager Yannick Agnel of France won the 400-meter freestyle at the European Championships, beating world-record holder Paul Biedermann of Germany in the final Monday. Agnel finished ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-08-10T05:29:27Z)

Matthews among Packers wounded

GREEN BAY - Green Bay general manager Ted Thompson likes the perspective he gets of standing on the field when the Packers hold their annual Family Night scrimmage. He's just isn't thrilled about the ... (Source: Eau Claire Leader-Telegram 2010-08-10T13:29:03Z)

European Championships: Germany Wins New Team Event

BUDAPEST, Hungary, August 9. THIS year, the sport of diving introduced a co-gender team event that has been used at various international meets throughout the world. The European Championships led off diving competition ... (Source: SwimInfo 2010-08-10T09:04:12Z)

Panda Travel of Hawaii Agent Direct Sales Surpasses $100 Million Milestone

Information contained on this page is provided by companies via press release distributed through PR Newswire, an independent third-party content provider. PR Newswire, WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or ... (Source: WECT 2010-08-10T17:46:45Z)

Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez,'Twilight' Rule at 2010 Teen Choice Awards

Philly teens and tweens were in a tizzy Monday night when the 2010 Teen Choice Awards aired on FOX. As expected, all of the hottest young stars of today were on hand. Hosted by Katy Perry and the dudes from Glee cast ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-10T14:26:19Z)

Ohio man who killed 2 faces execution

COLUMBUS -- An Ohio man who murdered two people and tried to kill a third at a pet supply warehouse where he worked faces execution today. Gov. Ted Strickland rejected clemency for 38-year-old Roderick Davie a ... (Source: Lancaster Eagle Gazette.com 2010-08-10T10:37:15Z)

Livermore woman delays plea in teen sex case

PLEASANTON (AP) — A 42-year-old Livermore woman has been arraigned on felony charges of unlawful sex with two teenage boys, but delayed entering a plea while her defense lawyer reviews the evidence against ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-08-10T17:03:48Z)

Crabs provide evidence of oil tainting Gulf food chain

BARATARIA, La. (AP) -- To assess how heavy a blow the BP oil spill has dealt the Gulf of Mexico, researchers are closely watching a staple of the seafood industry and primary indicator of the ecosystem's health: the ... (Source: Brattleboro Reformer 2010-08-10T16:28:01Z)

Porsche Showcases 60 Years of New and Rare Sports Car Highlights at 2010 Monterey ...

Information contained on this page is provided by companies via press release distributed through PR Newswire, an independent third-party content provider. PR Newswire, WorldNow and this Station make no warranties or ... (Source: WTHR 2010-08-10T18:22:33Z)

Katy Perry Goes 'Back To School' For Teen Choice Awards

Katy Perry relived her school days as the host of the Teen Choice Awards - the pop star went from gawky geek to prom queen as she hit the stage in an array of teen-inspired costumes. The quirky singer was in ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-10T13:14:44Z)

Ontario will cash in on Internet gambling in 2012: finance minister

TORONTO - Ontario is going to cash in on Internet gambling. Finance Minister Dwight Duncan says the province will offer online gambling in 2012. Government officials say that within five years the province ... (Source: Canada East 2010-08-10T16:49:29Z)

Livermore mom delays plea in teen sex case

PLEASANTON, Calif.—A 42-year-old Northern California woman has been arraigned on felony charges of unlawful sex with two teenage boys, but delayed entering a plea while her defense lawyer reviews the ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-10T02:44:48Z)

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