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Deals of the Hour / August 22, 2010, 9:40 pm

Game lets you sing along with Disney -- if you can

It's time to get serious. For the past few games reviewed in this column I've been putting the hurt on my opponents with my sick fighting skillz, or just by blowing them up. This week, however, it's time to ... (Source: The Post-Standard - Syracuse.com (blog) 2010-08-22T09:32:55Z)

WJFW Newswatch 12

FOND DU LAC - A Wisconsin man is accused of neglecting 178 cats and keeping dead kittens wrapped in foil in his refrigerator. Allan C. Roach faces 20 misdemeanor charges. He was charged earlier this week with 10 counts ... (Source: WJFW-TV 2010-08-22T20:38:38Z)

4 Decapitated Bodies Hung From Bridge in Mexico, LT

CUERNAVACA, Mexico (AP) The decapitated bodies of four men were hung from a bridge Sunday in this central Mexican city besieged by fighting between two drug lords. A gang led by kingpin Hector Beltran Leyva ... (Source: WCBD 2010-08-22T23:37:35Z)

JPMorgan's Henderson Says China May Rival BHP Bid for Potash

Aug. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Ian Henderson, manager of $7 billion in resource assets at JPMorgan Chase & Co., said China may bid for Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc., after a $40 billion BHP Billiton Ltd. offer ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-19T13:39:51Z)

Victim in fatal Saturday morning shooting in Northeast Portland had threatened ...

The shooter involved in a fatal Saturday morning confrontation in Northeast Portland was the victim's 18-year-old stepson, according to the Portland Police Bureau . Daryl Ray Robertson shot and killed Scott ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-08-23T03:55:17Z)

130 years later, N.M. governor's review revives showdown between Billy the Kid and ...

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is considering whether to grant a pardon to Billy the Kid, nearly 130 years after his death. "It will be based on the facts, on the documents, on the discussions between (Governor) Lew ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-22T10:58:49Z)

Potash Corp. Is Said to Receive Inquiries From Sinochem, Vale

Aug. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. was contacted by China's Sinochem Group and Brazil's Vale SA as the company tries to fend off a hostile takeover offer from BHP Billiton Ltd., said a ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-08-23T03:40:58Z)

Man charged with improper sanitation, ventilation for cats

On June 23, 2008, police entered the home of brothers Allan C. Roach, 57, and Scott P. Roach to find hardwood floors covered in urine stains, feces throughout the home and a sewage backup in the basement ... (Source: Fond du Lac Reporter 2010-08-20T15:18:53Z)

PS3 Hacked via USB Dongle

dlove67 writes "PSX-scene.com reports that the first PS3 modchip has been tested and confirmed working. Working off of a USB dongle, It appears to be relatively user friendly and claims to not void your warranty, and ... (Source: Ethiopian Review 2010-08-19T14:51:26Z)

Texas, New Mexico towns still duel over Billy the Kid

HICO, Texas — The corner of Texas 6 and Pecan Street, in downtown Hico, is a curious place for a political rally aimed squarely at New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson. But then this has to do with the slippery ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-22T23:30:26Z)

Shooter, victim identified in Saturday shooting

Portland Police Homicide Detectives have identified the shooter in the Saturday morning shooting on Northeast Saratoga Street as 18 year-old Daryl Ray Robertson The deceased, 33 year-old Scott Jason Baker, was Robertson ... (Source: KXL 2010-08-22T23:51:54Z)

Four decapitated bodies hung from bridge in Mexico

CUERNAVACA, Mexico (AP) -- The decapitated bodies of four men were hung from a bridge Sunday in this central Mexican city besieged by fighting between two drug lords. A gang led by kingpin Hector Beltran Leyva ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-23T02:07:55Z)

Drug lords in Mexico leave grisly message

C UERNAVACA, Mexico - The decapitated bodies of four men were hung from a bridge yesterday in this central Mexican city besieged by fighting between two drug lords. A gang led by kingpin Hector Beltran Leyva ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-23T04:09:36Z)

Tropical Storm Frank Forms Off Mexico's Pacific Coast

MIAMI -- Tropical Storm Frank has formed in the Pacific off Mexico, and several storm warnings have been issued for parts of the coast. Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center in Miami said Sunday that ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-22T15:16:31Z)

Man who lived with 178 cats, and a refrigerator full of dead kittens, charged with ...

On June 23, 2008, police entered the home of brothers Allan C. Roach, 57, and Scott P. Roach to find hardwood floors covered in urine stains, feces throughout the home and a sewage backup in the basement, according to ... (Source: Oshkosh Northwestern 2010-08-22T00:14:34Z)

Tropical Storm Danielle forms in the Atlantic; TS Frank in the Pacific

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Danielle has formed in the Atlantic, but the system is still far from land. Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center in Miami said Sunday that Danielle had maximum sustained ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-23T02:58:01Z)

Texas, New Mexico towns still dueling over Billy the Kid

HICO, Texas -- Standing in front of a Billy the Kid statue, Hico Mayor Lavern Tooley brought whatever pressure she could to bear on New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson's consideration of a pardon for the Kid. One ... (Source: News-Democrat 2010-08-19T08:46:22Z)

Moving in on Israel

Reports about the alleged rift between the Turkish government and military over Turkey's relations with Israel were based more speculation than the facts, and in some cases based on wishful thinking, against a ... (Source: Today's Zaman 2010-08-23T04:09:36Z)

Twins 4, Angels 0

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -Scott Baker pitched seven shutout innings, Michael Cuddyer had a bases-loaded double, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-0 Sunday night. Danny Valencia homered for the ... (Source: NBC Sports 2010-08-23T02:00:45Z)

REFILE-WRAPUP 4-Potash hunt for richer bid may lead to China

SYDNEY/TORONTO, Aug 20 (Reuters) - Potash Corp's search for buyers willing to top BHP Billiton's $39 billion hostile offer for the world's largest fertilizer firm could encourage Chinese firms to join the fray ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-20T09:56:46Z)

PS3 Cracked OZ Distributor To Offer Dongle

The Sony PS3 has been cracked by a group of hackers who are set to release software that allow pirated games to be played on the Sony entertainment console The Sony PS3 has been cracked by a group of hackers who are set ... (Source: ChannelNews 2010-08-22T22:04:32Z)

DaytimeDial: Moving in together

ALL MY CHILDREN: JR and Annie reassured Marissa and Scott that they weren't having an affair. Zach and Kendall were introduced to the notorious Caleb. After Randi left for another modeling job, Frankie ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-22T15:09:21Z)

Scott Baker throws seven shutout innings, Cuddyer has three-run double; Twins beat ...

MINNEAPOLIS - Scott Baker pitched seven shutout innings, Michael Cuddyer had a bases-loaded double, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-0 Sunday night. Danny Valencia homered for the Twins ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-23T03:33:49Z)

Angels' Bourjos does it all in win over Twins

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels had a need for speed, so they called up center fielder Peter Bourjos earlier this month to inject some electricity into an outfield filled with tired veteran legs. MINNEAPOLIS ... (Source: WDAY 2010-08-23T03:33:49Z)

Soaps last week

LITTLE ROCK — (This column represents on-air summaries for the week of Aug. 16-20.) All My Children: JR called Scott out on being a thief. Annie asked JR to burn the proof that Scott stole Palmer's idea ... (Source: Arkansas Online 2010-08-22T10:01:33Z)

Shooter in Portland shooting named

Portland police have released the names of two men involved in a fatal shooting this weekend. Police say 18-year-old Daryl Ray Robertson fatally shot his stepfather, 33-year-old old Scott Jason Baker, who was estranged ... (Source: Longview Daily News 2010-08-23T03:05:11Z)

Tropical Storm Frank develops in Pacific, near Mexico

MIAMI (AP) -- Tropical Storm Frank has formed in the Pacific off Mexico, and several storm warnings have been issued for parts of the coast. Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center in Miami said Sunday that the ... (Source: KTNV 2010-08-22T16:56:44Z)

'Hostage taker' detained at Turkey's Israel embassy

A man carrying a knife and a toy gun broke into the Turkish embassy in Tel Aviv and attempted to take a diplomat hostage before being overpowered by security, Turkish officials said. Witnesses quoted by ... (Source: Raw Story 2010-08-18T03:18:16Z)

Obama Warns Turkey It May Lose Arms Deals Over Israel Criticism, FT Says

President Barack Obama personally warned Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan his country risks not getting some of the weapons it wants from the U.S. unless it improves relations with Israel, the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-16T07:52:39Z)

Victoria and Bill rekindle their passion on 'Young & Restless'

ALL MY CHILDREN: JR warns Scott that if he ever does anything behind his back, he will be kicked out of the company and family. Ryan gets a room on the yacht, which is adjacent to David and Greenlee's. Kendall tells ... (Source: Bradenton Herald 2010-08-22T04:25:07Z)

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