Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / August 3, 2010, 11:39 am

Taliban attack main US base in Afghan south

A Taliban suicide squad armed with bombs and rockets attacked the largest US military base in southern Afghanistan on Tuesday, injuring one NATO soldier and two civilians. An initial rocket attack on Kandahar ... (Source: Raw Story 2010-08-03T13:58:50Z)

Corey Hart, Brewers Extend Deal Through 2013

Milwaukee, WI, United States (AHN) - The Milwaukee Brewers and standout outfielder Corey Hart agreed to a three-year contract extension Monday. The 28-year-old Hart, who had been linked to trade talks, will be paid a ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-03T02:24:29Z)

4 die as Kashmiris protest en masse despite curfew, police warning they will shoot on ...

SRINAGAR, India (AP) — Four people were killed Tuesday as thousands of protesters ignored police warnings they would be shot on sight if they defied a round-the-clock curfew declared in Indian-controlled Kashmir in an ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-03T16:36:19Z)

Jaguars, top pick finally agree to 5-year deal

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars and first-round draft pick Tyson Alualu have finally agreed on a five-year contract worth $28 million, ending the defensive tackle's brief holdout and getting him on his ... (Source: San Mateo Daily Journal 2010-08-03T10:59:52Z)

No Deal Yet Between Alualu, Jaguars

Despite the announcement by Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio that first-round defensive tackle Tyson Alualu had agreed to terms, Alualu's agent, Kenneth Zuckerman says no agreement has been reached ... (Source: York Dispatch Online 2010-08-02T12:34:07Z)

Blackhawks opt for Marty Turco in goal instead of Antti Niemi

The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a one-year deal with Marty Turco on Monday, settling on a veteran goaltender to replace Stanley Cup hero Antti Niemi . General Manager Stan Bowman said the team expects ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-03T05:52:04Z)

Cargo-type plane crashes at Denali National Park in Alaska, fatalities onboard

ANCHORAGE, Alaska A large airplane crashed in Alaska on Sunday and burst into a deadly fireball that sparked a forest fire at Denali National Park, officials said. Park spokeswoman Kris Fister said there are ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-02T08:02:06Z)

Corey Hart, Milwaukee Brewers agree to $26.5 million, 3-year contract extension ...

MILWAUKEE — Corey Hart now has a long-term future with the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers agreed Monday to a $26.5 million, three-year contract extension through 2013, rewarding the outfielder for a turnaround season ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-03T08:08:04Z)

Indian police fire on protest in Kashmir, two dead

SRINAGAR India (Reuters) - At least two demonstrators died Sunday when Indian police opened fire on thousands of pro-independence protesters in the Muslim-majority Himalayan region of Kashmir. At least 25 ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-30T23:57:43Z)

Lebanon, Israel clash near border

ADEISSEH, Lebanon (AP) — Lebanese and Israeli troops exchanged fire on the border Tuesday in the most serious clashes since a fierce war four years ago, killing four people including two Lebanese soldiers ... (Source: USA Today 2010-08-03T17:40:44Z)

Afghan police: 6 guards poisoned, beheaded in bank heist in northern Afghanistan

Meanwhile, insurgents wearing suicide vests tried to storm NATO's largest base in the south, but did not breach its defenses, officials said. In the bank robbery, it appeared that the security guards were poisoned before ... (Source: Newser 2010-08-03T13:44:31Z)

4 Lebanese Killed in Fighting on Border with Israel

Lebanese and Israeli troops have exchanged fire along their border in a battle that Lebanese officials say killed four people on their side and wounded several Israelis. Tuesday's fighting is the most serious in the area ... (Source: Voice of America 2010-08-03T18:16:32Z)

Charlie Sheen avoids jail after pleading guilty in Aspen assault on his wife

The star of the hit series "Two and a half men" avoids jail after he pleads guilty Monday to misdemeanor third-degree assault on his wife. Charlie Sheen was sentenced to 30 days in a rehabilitation center, 30 days of ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-03T18:09:22Z)

Plane Crashes in Alaska's Denali National Park

ANCHORAGE, Alaska - A large cargo-type plane crashed in Alaska on Sunday and burst into a deadly fireball that sparked a forest fire at Denali National Park, officials said. Park spokeswoman Kris Fister said there are ... (Source: Christian Broadcasting Network 2010-08-02T07:26:19Z)

Conn. Official: 9 Dead In Shooting

MANCHESTER, Conn. -- A warehouse driver who was asked to resign his job at a beer distributor refused, then opened fire Tuesday morning, a company executive said. Police said the gunman and several other ... (Source: ClickOnDetroit.com 2010-08-03T16:57:47Z)

Several dead in Conn. warehouse rampage

M ANCHESTER, Conn. — A warehouse driver who was asked to resign his job at a beer distributor refused, then opened fire Tuesday morning, a company executive said. Police said the gunman and several other people were ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-03T16:50:38Z)

Israeli, Lebanese troops exchange fire

Israeli and Lebanese soldiers exchanged tank and artillery fire on Israel's northern border today. Residents of Israel's North were ordered to enter bomb shelters early Tuesday afternoon. The soldiers were ... (Source: Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles 2010-08-03T15:53:22Z)

Blackhawks dump Antti Niemi, sign Marty Turco

The Chicago Blackhawks walked away from the arbitration ruling for Stanley Cup hero Antti Niemi on Monday, allowing him to leave as an unrestricted free agent and agreeing to a one-year deal with veteran ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-08-03T04:54:48Z)

Police Say Several Killed By Worker at Conn. Beer Distributor

MANCHESTER, Conn. | A warehouse driver who was asked to resign his job at a beer distributor refused, then opened fire this morning, a company executive said. Police said the gunman and several other people were killed ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-08-03T16:50:38Z)

RIM Unveils BlackBerry Torch

BlackBerry-maker Research in Motion Ltd. unveiled its first touchscreen device with a slide-out keyboard, which runs on revamped software, an attempt to get back into the race for high-end consumer smartphones ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-08-03T15:17:34Z)

Helicopter crash in south Afghanistan kills 2 US service members; hostile fire not ruled out

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — NATO forces say a helicopter has crashed in southern Afghanistan, killing 2 US service members who were aboard. NATO says it is investigating the cause of the crash. Spokeswoman Lt ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-22T13:08:38Z)

Charlie Sheen Dodges Jail Time for Assault on Wife Brooke Mueller

ASPEN, Colo. (CBS/AP) Charlie Sheen has managed to escape jail time for the Christmas Day 2009 assault of his wife, Brooke Mueller. As part of a plea deal, the "Two and a Half Men" star pleaded guilty Monday ... (Source: CBS News 2010-08-03T18:16:32Z)

Police open fire at Kashmir protesters, two killed

SRINAGAR India (Reuters) - Indian police on Friday fired at thousands of people protesting against Indian rule in Kashmir, killing two demonstrators, officials said, in the latest flare-up of violence in the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-07-30T14:32:12Z)

RIM Takes Wraps Off New BlackBerry Torch

SAN FRANCISCO -- Research In Motion Ltd. on Tuesday took the wraps off its highly anticipated BlackBerry Torch 9800 smart phone at an event in New York. RIM said the new phone combines a touch screen with a ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2010-08-03T16:14:50Z)

RIM Introduces BlackBerry Torch Slider Device as AT&T Looks Beyond IPhone

Research In Motion Ltd. debuted a BlackBerry with new software and slide-out keyboard, allowing carrier AT&T Inc. to expand its smartphone lineup ahead of a possible loss of its U.S. monopoly for Apple Inc ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-03T15:17:34Z)

First-round draft pick Tyson Alualu signs $28 million deal with Jaguars, prepares for ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. First-round draft pick Tyson Alualu has signed his five-year, $28 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Alualu, the 10th overall pick, will be on the field for Tuesday night's full ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-03T17:55:03Z)

Blackhawks land G Marty Turco , say so long to G Antti Niemi

C HICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a one-year deal with Marty Turco on Monday, settling on a veteran goaltender to replace Stanley Cup hero Antti Niemi. General manager Stan Bowman said the team expects ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-03T07:46:36Z)

Outfielder Corey Hart signs three-year contract extension with Milwaukee Brewers

MILWAUKEE — Corey Hart now has a long-term future with the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers agreed Monday to a $26.5 million, three-year contract extension through 2013, rewarding the outfielder for a ... (Source: Post-Crescent 2010-08-03T09:26:49Z)

Report: Plane crashes near Denali National Park, sparks wildfire

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Officials say a large cargo-type plane has crashed at Denali National Park in Alaska, bursting into a deadly fireball that sparked a forest fire. Park spokeswoman Kris Fister says there ... (Source: Fairbanks Daily News-Miner 2010-08-02T04:13:02Z)

Charlie Sheen Speaks Out About Dodging Jail

After Charlie Sheen struck a heck of a plea deal with the judge in Aspen over his Christmas day incident with wife Brooke Mueller, the Two-and-a-Half Men actor released the following statement: "I'm very ... (Source: Starzlife 2010-08-03T17:26:25Z)

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