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Deals of the Hour / August 21, 2010, 9:40 am

Denver Broncos Vs. Detroit Lions: The Tim Tebow Watch Continues

The unending media frenzy that is Tim Tebow continues its steamroll this week versus the Detroit Lions in an epic preseason matchup. Well, at least as epic as a preseason matchup where most of Tebow's work will be ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-20T23:25:39Z)

Obama a Muslim? Rumors gain steam

NEW YORK — "President Obama is a Muslim." "He's not an American citizen." "He wasn't even born here." None of this is true. But to surprising levels, it is believed. Blame it on the media, or on human nature ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-08-21T07:39:34Z)

Seahawks, Chargers eye deal

Seattle -- The Seahawks have been talking with San Diego about acquiring unsigned wide receiver Vincent Jackson. So far it's just talk. A Seahawks spokesman told The Associated Press on Friday that Seattle was ... (Source: News-Leader.com 2010-08-21T08:01:03Z)

NFL Rumor: Seattle Seahawks In Talks With Chargers' Vincent Jackson

According to reports from Yahoo! Sports , the Seattle Seahawks are in talks about a deal with disgruntled star San Diego receiver, Vincent Jackson . The Seattle front office had admitted it to be true, and while talks ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-21T01:34:30Z)

Intel buys McAfee in surprising $7.7 billion deal

In a stunning deal, computer-chip maker Intel said Thursday it will pay $7.7 billion, or $48 a share, to acquire anti-virus giant Mc Afee, a 60 percent premium over McAfee's share price on Wednesday. McAfee will operate ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-20T14:35:56Z)

Orton's deal also could benefit Tebow, Quinn

ENGLEWOOD - Kyle Orton swears he never saw the arrivals of Brady Quinn and Tim Tebow as a sign of disrespect from the Denver Broncos, only another challenge to embrace. "I think that's the case for 26, 27 ... (Source: Coloradoan 2010-08-21T11:07:09Z)

Obama rumors gain steam, defying facts

NEW YORK - "President Obama is a Muslim." "He's not an American citizen." "He wasn't even born here." None of this is true. But to surprising levels, it is believed. All presidents deal with image problems ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-08-21T06:56:37Z)

Obama a Muslim? Rumors gain steam, defying facts

"President Obama is a Muslim." "He's not an American citizen." "He wasn't even born here." None of this is true. But to surprising levels, it is believed. Blame it on the media, or on human nature. All presidents deal ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-19T22:36:43Z)

The Russian base in Armenia and Azerbaijan's S-300s

Russian President Dmitry Medvedev arrives in Yerevan today on a three-day visit, for a "non-official" CSTO summit and, it's expected, to sign a new deal with Armenia extending Russia's military presence there ... (Source: EurasiaNet 2010-08-19T13:04:04Z)

J.D. Salinger's toilet up for sale at $1 million on eBay

KERNERSVILLE, N.C. - A North Carolina collectibles dealer is hawking a toilet ripped from reclusive author J.D. Salinger's former home. Rick Kohl of The Vault said Friday he bought the standard white porcelain ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-21T07:25:15Z)

Denver Broncos Sign QB Kyle Orton to One Year Extension

The Denver Broncos has signed quarterback Kyle Orton to a one-year extension, according to Associated Press. According to ESPN, Orton's extension is a one-year, $9 million contract, with $5.5 million guaranteed. Orton ... (Source: Transworld News 2010-08-20T19:07:57Z)

India, Japan hold strategic dialogue, discuss nuclear cooperation

New Delhi - Japan and India held a key strategic dialogue on Saturday and discussed a range of issues, including a civilian nuclear cooperation deal between the countries. "Earlier today, we had a productive ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-21T13:58:57Z)

Armenia, Russia strengthening relations

Review of August 16-21 domestic events. The internal political events during the past week focused on the forthcoming visit of Russian President and informal summit of CIS leaders. The oncoming visit of Russian President ... (Source: PanARMENIAN Network 2010-08-21T11:14:19Z)

Intel's Otellini, After McAfee Deal, May Find Mobile Security a Hard Sell

Paul Otellini, chief executive officer of Intel Corp. Photographer: Jay Mallin/Bloomberg Intel Corp. Chief Executive Officer Paul Otellini , with the $7.68 billion acquisition of security software maker McAfee ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-20T04:13:10Z)

Memorabilia dealer selling J.D. Salinger's toilet

A North Carolina collectibles dealer is hawking a toilet ripped from reclusive author J.D. Salinger's former home. Rick Kohl of The Vault said Friday he bought the standard white porcelain fixture from a New ... (Source: Corpus Christi Caller 2010-08-21T10:09:54Z)

Intel to buy McAfee in $7.68B deal

NEW YORK - Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion as the chip-maker adds to its arsenal of tools to serve an increasing array of Internet ... (Source: Observer-Reporter 2010-08-21T10:09:54Z)

India, Japan to discuss defence, economic ties during nuclear deal talks

Aug 21, 2010 (BBC Monitoring via COMTEX) -- New Delhi: India and Japan will hold the fourth round of strategic dialogue here on Saturday [21 August] to firm up defence and economic ties against the backdrop of the second ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-08-21T11:50:06Z)

Meg Whitman Criticizes Jerry Brown For Not Defending Prop 8

California GOP gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman criticized Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Attorney Jerry Brown, her Democratic rival for governor, for not defending the state's gay marriage ban, known ... (Source: On Top Magazine 2010-08-21T14:41:54Z)

Report: Arsenal v Blackpool - English Premier League - ESPN Soccernet

England forward Theo Walcott netted a hat-trick as Barclays Premier League new boys Blackpool were brought back down to earth with a 6-0 thrashing at Arsenal. The 21-year-old was a controversial omission from ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-08-21T07:03:47Z)

Arsenal vs Blackpool Live Streaming FREE HD TV LINE / English Premier League Match ...

Liverpool FC vs Arsenal Live Stream Free HD Video Line / English Premier League Match LIVE STREAM TV ONLINE Manchester United vs Newcastle United Live Stream Free HD Video Line / English Premier League Match ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-21T07:03:47Z)

Seahawks get permission to negotiate with Chargers' Vincent Jackson

Vincent Jackson's (notes) contract stalemate with the San Diego Chargers took a turn Friday. Yahoo! Sports reports that the team has given the Seattle Seahawks permission to discuss a deal with the holdout wide receiver ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-21T06:42:18Z)

Jerry Brown and the Senior Citizen Discount

Despite all the talk about the 10 rides Jerry Brown took on a state turboprop, both Brown and his Republican gubernatorial rival, Meg Whitman, talk about their devotion to Southwest Airlines. The only difference? It'll ... (Source: NBC San Diego 2010-08-18T23:56:39Z)

Meg Whitman says state should defend Prop. 8

GOP gubernatorial candidate Meg Whitman - trying to tamp down opposition from conservatives who say she is undermining them - criticized Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Attorney General Jerry Brown on Friday ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-21T12:40:13Z)

A look at previous Israeli-Palestinian peace talks

Sept. 13, 1993, the White House, Washington: The two sides sign the Oslo accord, negotiated in secret meetings shepherded by Norwegian academics and lower-level officials. The deal includes mutual recognition between ... (Source: Erie Times-News 2010-08-21T09:55:35Z)

Israel, Palestinians to hold talks in Washington: Clinton

"I have invited Israeli Prime Minister (Benjamin) Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President (Mahmud) Abbas to meet on September 2 in Washington DC to relaunch direct negotiations," Clinton told a press conference. The ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-21T15:39:10Z)

Japan's foreign minister discusses nuclear deal with India, cautions against further ...

NEW DELHI — Japanese Foreign Minister Katsuya Okada met his Indian counterpart Saturday to discuss civil nuclear cooperation between the two nations but cautioned India against testing any further nuclear devices ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-21T14:41:54Z)

Salinger toilet on sale for $1 million

A North Carolina collectibles dealer is hawking a toilet ripped from reclusive author J.D. Salinger's former home. Rick Kohl of The Vault said Friday he bought the standard white porcelain fixture from a New ... (Source: News-Leader.com 2010-08-21T08:01:03Z)

Israel, Palestinians to hold talks in Washington

WASHINGTON (AFP) – US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Friday Israeli and Palestinian leaders would resume direct peace talks in Washington on September 2, with the goal of a deal in one year. "I have ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-20T15:40:22Z)

Russian base in Armenia to stay through 2044

Russia secured a long-term foothold in the energy-rich and unstable Caucasus region Friday by signing a deal with Armenia that allows a Russian military base to operate until 2044 in exchange for a promise of new ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-20T16:51:56Z)

Features: Liverpool v Arsenal - English Premier League - ESPN Soccernet

This tool displays where each player has been involved in the play. The colour is influenced by the player touching the ball. Darker areas represent more touches. Areas without any shading are where the player has not ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-08-15T17:33:40Z)

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