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Deals of the Hour / August 29, 2010, 7:41 pm

Police: Arizona man accused of putting infant son in freezer, charged with child ...

PHOENIX — Police say a suburban Phoenix man accused of putting his infant son in a freezer has been arrested on charges of child abuse. Chandler police say Chance Kracke told police he was high on methamphetamine when ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-28T02:30:37Z)

GEORGE CASTLE: Frank's honors give a hint about other Sox and their just due

CHICAGO | Frank Thomas' long-due day at U.S. Cellular was complete Sunday in every aspect but one -- an on-field handshake during the ceremony from General Manager Kenny Williams to symbolize the all-for-one family ... (Source: NWI.com 2010-08-29T23:43:36Z)

BP's life on frontiers of energy industry at risk

LONDON — At a celebration of BP's centennial last October, CEO Tony Hayward boasted to guests that the oil company "lives on the frontiers of the energy industry." But this week, in the first major sign that the Gulf ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-29T19:25:55Z)

Arizona man arrested for putting baby in freezer

A Chandler man has been arrested for allegedly putting his infant son in the freezer. Police say the 7-month-old baby suffered only a forehead laceration, which was possibly from the freezer door. Chance Kracke was ... (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2010-08-28T03:13:34Z)

United And Continental Deal Cleared For Take Off

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- The U.S. Justice Department said Friday that it has closed an investigation into the proposed merger of United and Continental, paving the way for the airlines to unite later this year. The $3 ... (Source: WIBW 2010-08-28T03:06:25Z)

Got questions for Saturday's debate between Monds, Deal and Barnes?

AJC opinion writer Kyle Wingfield reports that he will be among the moderators Saturday at the first face-to-face debate featuring Democrat Roy Barnes, Libertarian John Monds and Republican Nathan Deal. The ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) 2010-08-26T19:29:28Z)

Dodgers, White Sox getting closer to Manny Ramirez deal

Manny Ramirez (notes) could be moving to the Windy City pretty soon. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder is the subject of talks between the folks in L.A. and executives with the Chicago White Sox and things ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-26T15:04:37Z)

White Sox nearing deal with Dodgers for Manny Ramirez

The White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers may be closing in on a deal to send Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez to the South Side in exchange for minor league prospects. The deal appeared to be close Wednesday when ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-08-25T20:49:24Z)

Sony joins Toshiba in quest for 3-D TVs that don't need glasses

TOKYO -- Sony is working on 3-D televisions that don't need special glasses, joining a race with rival Toshiba., but sees cost and technological hurdles to overcome before they can go on sale. Toshiba said ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-26T16:01:53Z)

Sonora yard sale shopper accused of smacking man with pan

SONORA, CA (AP) -- A 70-year-old yard sale shopper is facing charges after things apparently got a bit out of hand at a yard sale. Tuolumne County authorities say Jon Joslin was arrested on suspicion of ... (Source: KXTV News10Net 2010-08-29T04:38:17Z)

Police: Arizona man arrested for putting infant son in freezer

PHOENIX -- Police say a suburban Phoenix man accused of putting his infant son in a freezer has been arrested on charges of child abuse. Chandler police say Chance Kracke told police he was high on ... (Source: WRGB 2010-08-28T15:30:52Z)

Brad Hawpe agrees to minor league deal

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed to terms on a minor league deal with veteran outfielder Brad Hawpe . Hawpe was released earlier this month by the Colorado Rockies . He'll report to Class ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-27T19:21:07Z)

Sony attempts glasses-free 3-D

Toshiba said earlier this week it is working on glasses-free 3-D TVs, although no decision had been made on when they will go on sale. Mainstream 3-D TVs now on sale, such as those from Panasonic Corp. and Sony ... (Source: News-Leader.com 2010-08-27T07:53:56Z)

Former Rockie Brad Hawpe Agrees To Deal With Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed to terms on a minor league deal with veteran outfielder Brad Hawpe. Hawpe was released earlier this month by Colorado. He'll report to Class-A Charlotte of the Florida State League. Hawpe ... (Source: News 4 2010-08-27T19:21:07Z)

Yard sale patron allegedly hits man with pan

A 70-year-old yard sale shopper is facing charges after things apparently got a bit out of hand at a yard sale. Tuolumne County authorities said Jon Joslin was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon after ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-28T20:31:31Z)

Barnes, Deal, Monds Meet in Forum

ATLANTA, Ga. - Gubernatorial hopefuls Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal split over whether the state should amend its constitution to cap pain and suffering damages in medical malpractice cases. Barnes and Deal ... (Source: MyFox Atlanta 2010-08-28T23:44:48Z)

Justice Dept signs off on United-Continental deal

United Airlines and Continental Airlines said yesterday they have been notified by the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice of the termination of its Hart-Scott-Rodino Act review and the ... (Source: Saipan Tribune 2010-08-29T13:56:38Z)

PILEDRIVER: Women's wrestling legend Vachon passes away Friday

Lance Cade died a couple of weeks ago, followed by "General Skandar Akbar" and "Nightmare" Ted Allen last week. Now, one of the famous female performers in the 1990s, Gertrude Angelle Vachon, known by fans as Luna Vachon ... (Source: Montgomery Advertiser 2010-08-29T09:03:08Z)

Hawpe agrees to Minor League deal with Rays

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- The Tampa Bay Rays have agreed to terms on a Minor League deal with veteran outfielder Brad Hawpe. Hawpe was released earlier this month by Colorado. He'll report to Class-A Charlotte ... (Source: YES Network 2010-08-27T19:35:26Z)

Continental-United merger approved by U.S. regulators

Continental Airlines Inc. and United Airlines cleared the biggest hurdle in their proposed merger on Aug. 27 after federal regulators said they had approved the deal. United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAUA) and ... (Source: Houston Business Journal 2010-08-28T13:57:49Z)

Is Ozzie Guillen to Blame for the White Sox's 7-6 Loss to Minnesota?

As Jim Thome gave his post-game interview and wiped the shaving-cream from his face I felt as let down as an ugly girl at prom. I wanted to blame someone for this loss. Anyone. But as I gave it some thought I wasn't sure ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-18T20:50:32Z)

Deal, Barnes Meet in 1st Forum Since Primary

ATLANTA (AP) -- Gubernatorial hopefuls Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal split over whether the state should amend its constitution to cap pain and suffering damages in medical malpractice cases. Barnes and Deal ... (Source: WXIA 11 Alive 2010-08-29T11:40:37Z)

Police: Yard Sale Patron Hits Man With Pan

SONORA, Calif. -- A 70-year-old yard sale shopper is facing charges after police said things got a bit out of hand at a yard sale. Tuolumne County authorities said Jon Joslin was arrested on suspicion of ... (Source: ClickOnDetroit.com 2010-08-28T20:38:41Z)

Jim Ross Comments on Luna Vachon Passing

Jim Ross has posted a new blog in which he shares his memories of Luna Vachon, who was found dead on Friday morning. "When Luna reported to me in WWE's talent relations department many, many years ago she was a hard ... (Source: ProWrestling.com 2010-08-28T03:27:53Z)

White Sox hope Sale helps bottom line

CHICAGO – Ozzie Guillen admits he knows nothing about pitchers, but he knew enough before this year's draft to see that Chris Sale could help out the White Sox. "It's weird because I never see anyone ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-29T00:42:04Z)

Key moments in BP's push to operate on frontiers

A timeline of some key moments in BP PLC's drive to operate on the frontiers of the oil and gas industry: 1998 — British Petroleum acquires Amoco in a $53 billion deal in December, giving the company an even bigger ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-30T00:12:14Z)

Key moments in BP's push to operate on frontiers

A timeline of some key moments in BP PLC's drive to operate on the frontiers of the oil and gas industry: 1998 _ British Petroleum acquires Amoco in a $53 billion deal in December, giving the company an even ... (Source: WHEC TV-10 2010-08-29T18:42:58Z)

Jim Ross Posts New Blog On The Death Of Luna Vachon

The following is an excerpt from a new Jim Ross blog on the passing of former WWE Diva and famous family member Luna Vachon: It is said that death comes in three's. Apparently that's morbidly correct. Upon hearing of ... (Source: Wrestle Zone 2010-08-28T03:20:44Z)

Manny Ramirez headed to the White Sox

Manny Ramirez will be sent to the Chicago White Sox on a waiver deal Monday, according to a baseball source who spoke on the condition of anonymity. The Dodgers aren't expected to get any players in return ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-30T01:38:08Z)

Sony developing 3-D TVs, sans glasses

TOKYO—Sony Corp. is working on 3-D televisions that don't need special glasses, joining a race with rival Toshiba Corp., but sees cost and technological hurdles to overcome before they can go on sale ... (Source: Texarkana Gazette 2010-08-29T09:10:18Z)

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