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Deals of the Hour / August 22, 2010, 10:40 am

Thai appeals court rules to extradite Russian arms dealer to U.S.

BANGKOK, August 20 (RIA Novosti) - The Thai appeals court ruled on Friday to extradite Russian businessman Viktor Bout to the United States on arms smuggling and other charges. Bout said he is ready to prove ... (Source: Global Security 2010-08-20T18:39:19Z)

Afghan pres: Women's rights will not be sacrificed

President Hamid Karzai gave assurances Sunday that the rights of Afghan women will not be sacrificed in pursuit of a peace deal with the Taliban. In an interview with ABC News' "This Week with Christiane Amanpour ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-22T15:52:18Z)

Colombia arrests drug lord sought by US and Venezuela

A Venezuelan drug lord sought on drug trafficking charges in the United States and for murder in Venezuela and Colombia was arrested Friday in Cucuta, near the Venezuelan border, Colombia's top police officer said ... (Source: AlterNet 2010-08-22T15:37:59Z)

In impoverished Gaza, electric company can't collect its bills

Dr. Ehab al-Ramlawy fanned beads of sweat off his face with the shiny black X-ray slide in the sweltering, dimly lit emergency room of Gaza City's al-Shifa Hospital. Sleeves rolled up over sweaty forearms, he ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-08-22T12:31:52Z)

Penguins sign ex-Flyer Asham to one-year deal

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed former Flyers forward Arron Asham to a $700,000, one-year contract. Asham, a physical player who is considered an underrated shooter, had 10 goals, 14 assists ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-08-22T07:45:32Z)

U.S. brings new charges against Russian 'arms dealer' to Thai court

BANGKOK, August 20 (RIA Novosti) - The United States has brought new charges against Russian 'arms dealer' Viktor Bout to the Thai criminal court just hours before the country's appeals court has to make its ... (Source: Global Security 2010-08-20T18:39:19Z)

Israel warns of force as Beirut refuses to bow on Gaza boat

UNITED NATIONS (AFP) – Israel said Friday it could use force to stop a new aid boat to Gaza, as Lebanon refused to bow to warnings against authorizing an all-women ship to head for the blockaded Palestinian ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-20T19:36:35Z)

NC memorabilia dealer selling J.D. Salinger's toilet

KERNERSVILLE, NC -- 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 ... (Source: KABC 2010-08-22T13:43:27Z)

Drug Trafficking Suspect Wanted by U.S. Is Arrested in Colombia

BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — A prominent Venezuelan drug trafficking suspect who has been branded a major kingpin by the United States government was arrested in Colombia, the police said Friday. The suspect ... (Source: New York Times 2010-08-21T06:49:28Z)

Dubai Camel Milk Producers Hope To Export 'Camelicious' Brand (PHOTOS)

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- The camels know the drill by heart. Just after dawn, they file on their own -- always in groups of 12 -- into metal stalls for milking. Workers attach automated pumps. The ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-08-22T16:35:15Z)

Moving sale at 'Amityville Horror'

New York — The owner of the New York house made famous in the 1979 film "The Amityville Horror" is holding a moving sale. The five-bedroom Dutch Colonial on Long Island has been on the market since May ... (Source: LJWORLD 2010-08-22T08:28:29Z)

Townhall News Afghan pres: Women's rights will not be sacrificed

Afghanistan's president has assured the country's women that their rights will not be sacrificed in any peace deal with the Taliban. President Hamid Karzai says in an interview aired Sunday on ABC News' "This ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-08-22T13:43:27Z)

First Youth Olympics Kick Off in Singapore

A free webcast is showing the gymnastics competition at the Youth Olympic Games, which began Monday in Singapore with the men's qualification. The inaugural event's official webcast streams from YouthOlympicGames.org ... (Source: International GYMNAST 2010-08-16T07:16:52Z)

Countries line up for Youth games

SINGAPORE — The International Olympic Committee says up to 17 countries have expressed interest in hosting future Youth Olympics, including the United States and others from Africa and Latin America. The inaugural ... (Source: Rutland Herald 2010-08-22T07:02:35Z)

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)

Afghan president pledges that women's rights will not be sacrificed for peace with ...

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan's president has assured the country's women that their rights will not be sacrificed in any peace deal with the Taliban. President Hamid Karzai says in an interview aired Sunday on ... (Source: Cleveland News - Fox 8 2010-08-22T13:36:18Z)

Moving sale planned at 'Amityville Horror' house

AMITYVILLE, N.Y. — The owner of the New York house made famous in the 1979 film "The Amityville Horror" is holding a moving sale. The five-bedroom Dutch Colonial on Long Island has been on the market ... (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press 2010-08-22T14:55:02Z)

One scary sale

Published August 21 2010 One scary sale Moving sale planned at 'Amityville' house The owner of the New York house made famous in the 1979 film "The Amityville Horror" is holding a moving sale. The five-bedroom ... (Source: Grand Forks Herald 2010-08-21T14:49:04Z)

Youth Olympics drawing interest

SINGAPORE -- The International Olympic Committee says up to 17 countries have expressed interest in hosting future Youth Olympics, including the United States and others from Africa and Latin America. The ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-21T16:22:07Z)

Colombia arrests wanted Venezuelan drug lord

BOGOTA -- A Venezuelan drug lord sought on drug trafficking charges in the United States and for murder in Venezuela and Colombia was arrested Friday in Cucuta, near the Venezuelan border, Colombia's top police officer ... (Source: China Post 2010-08-22T03:49:19Z)

These camels know the milking drill by heart

Just after dawn, always in groups of 12, camels in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, file on their own into metal stalls for milking. Workers attach automated pumps. The milk flows into a system of chilled pipes ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-08-22T08:21:20Z)

Famed author's toilet for sale

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 ... (Source: Waterbury Republican-American 2010-08-22T07:52:42Z)

Thai appeals court rules to extradite alleged Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout to US

BANGKOK - A Thai appeals court on Friday ordered the extradition of suspected Russian arms smuggler Viktor Bout to the United States, angering Moscow but paving the way to put the man dubbed the "Merchant of ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-20T12:19:56Z)

Pittsburgh Penguins: Is Signing Arron Asham Really a Bad Thing?

The Pittsburgh Penguins dipped into the free agent market yesterday and recruited the services of Arron Asham for the upcoming season. Asham signed a one-year deal with the Pens for 700K. The question most Pens' fans ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-22T03:20:41Z)

Dubai camel dairy hopes to milk health food market DUBAI

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The camels know the drill by heart. Just after dawn, they file on their own — always in groups of 12 — into metal stalls for milking. Workers attach automated pumps. The ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-22T08:28:29Z)

NATO: 2 Wounded Afghan Gunmen Pose As Civilians

(AP) KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) - Two wounded Taliban fighters tried to pass themselves off as civilian casualties and sought medical attention from U.S. and Afghan troops after a battle in northern Afghanistan ... (Source: CBS News 2010-08-17T17:16:58Z)

Israel tells UN it will stop Gaza aid flotilla

UNITED NATIONS — Israel informed the United Nations Friday that it reserves the right to use force to stop a new aid flotilla from reaching the blockaded Gaza Strip. In a letter sent to UN chief Ban Ki-moon, Israel's ... (Source: Khaleej Times 2010-08-22T10:01:33Z)

Penguins, former Flyer agree on one-year deal

The Penguins signed forward Arron Asham to a one-year contract Friday that is worth $700,000. Asham played with the Philadelphia Flyers the past two seasons. He had 24 points on 10 goals and 14 assists, along with 126 ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-08-21T04:11:59Z)

Four US soldiers killed in Afghan violence

KABUL (AFP) – Four US soldiers were killed on Sunday while fighting the Taliban in Afghanistan, NATO said. The four died in three separate incidents, in eastern and southern Afghanistan, NATO's International ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-22T14:12:05Z)

UN, NATO Considering Taliban's Offer To Study Afghan Casualties

Kabul, Afghanistan (AHN) - Just hours after Taliban offered to study Afghan civilian casualties with the United Nations and the NATO, the two bodies are carefully considering the proposal to establish a joint committee ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-18T00:33:38Z)

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