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Deals of the Hour / August 3, 2010, 6:40 am

Wayne and Mathis all business as Colts get started

Bill Polian, right, president of the Indianapolis Colts, and Jim Irsay, team owner, talk during NFL football training camp in Anderson, Ind., Monday, Aug. 2, 2010. (Darron Cummings / AP) Jim Irsay, owner of the ... (Source: Times Union 2010-08-03T11:57:08Z)

Jaguars first-rounder signs 5-year deal

One of the most surprising top 10 picks in recent draft memory finally has his rookie deal. Defensive end Tyson Alualu has agreed to a five-year contract with the Jaguars worth nearly $28 million and just over ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-02T20:40:53Z)

The age of Inception': Gamers get it, geezers don't

The other day I was talking to an old Hollywood hand who was astounded by the runaway success of "Inception." It turned out that he'd seen the film on its opening weekend in a private screening room with a ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-03T12:54:24Z)

Townhall News China to import hit sci-fi thriller 'Inception'

Christopher Nolan's "Inception" will be released in China, the country's film importer said Tuesday, giving a lucrative foreign market to a sci-fi thriller that already has become a global sensation. China ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-08-03T07:53:45Z)

China to import Hollywood thriller 'Inception,' offering lucrative market to the ...

HONG KONG (AP) — Christopher Nolan's "Inception" will be released in China , the country's film importer said Tuesday, giving a lucrative foreign market to a sci-fi thriller that already has become a global ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-08-03T07:53:45Z)

Larry King Heir Piers Morgan Gets Dressed Up In Ridiculous Clothes On Live TV

Now that's it's confirmed that former British tabloid editor and "America's Got Talent" judge Piers Morgan will be replacing Larry King , we can start hyper-analyzing every TV appearance he makes until he takes over, and ... (Source: The Business Insider 2010-08-02T20:40:53Z)

Colts' owner Irsay vows to keep Manning

ANDERSON, Ind. —Jim Irsay won't let Peyton Manning walk away from the Colts next season — no matter the cost. Indy's owner reiterated Monday that he intends to make Manning the NFL's highest-paid player ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-08-03T05:09:07Z)

Iran: Brazil asylum unlikely in adultery case

Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43-year-old Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-03T12:04:18Z)

Iran likely to reject Brazil asylum offer for woman given stoning sentence for ...

TEHRAN , Iran (AP) — Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43 ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-03T12:04:18Z)

Blackhawks reach deal with G Turco, lose G Niemi as overhaul of Stanley Cup champs ...

CHICAGO - For Marty Turco, the bottom line is to play for a Stanley Cup contender. By agreeing to a one-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, the veteran goaltender made that clear. Turco, who will ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-03T04:26:10Z)

Blackhawks part with Niemi, sign Turco

CHICAGO -- For Marty Turco, the bottom line is to play for a Stanley Cup contender. By agreeing to a one-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, the veteran goaltender made that clear. Turco, who will ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-08-03T12:40:05Z)

Has Piers Morgan Made A Deal For Larry King's Spot On CNN?

Gabourey Sidibe, America's Got Talent, Piers Morgan, CNN It seems Piers Morgan is still in negotiations for the plum gig at CNN. Meanwhile, four acts moved on to the semi-finales on "America's Got Talent ... (Source: Access Hollywood 2010-07-20T23:55:15Z)

Chinese businessman makes offer to buy Liverpool, its debt

LONDON -- Chinese businessman Kenny Huang has offered to buy Liverpool's 237 million pound debt ($374 million) from a British bank in an attempt to end Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr.'s control of the English Premier ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-03T05:16:16Z)

NBC 'Today' show interviews Piers Morgan talks 'America's Got Talent' & Larry King's ...

August 2, 2010 -- Piers Morgan says the show he judges 'America's Got Talent' is the new top dog of the reality competition shows. The judge was on the NBC Today show this morning talking about ths show, his life and the ... (Source: Examiner 2010-08-02T18:32:02Z)

Connecticut AG Probes Apple, Amazon Over E-Books

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal is investigating deals struck by Amazon.com Inc and Apple Inc to offer low prices on electronic books, saying the agreements may block ... (Source: ABC News 2010-08-02T16:51:49Z)

Jaguars, Alualu agree on five-year deal

The Jacksonville Jaguars and first-round pick Tyson Alualu have reportedly agreed to a five-year contract. Terms for the standout University of California defensive tackle are reported to include $17.5 million ... (Source: San Luis Obispo Tribune 2010-08-02T19:36:27Z)

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)

Iran to reject Brazil's offer on convicted woman

Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2010 | 1:17 a.m. Iran will likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and initially sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43 ... (Source: Las Vegas Sun 2010-08-03T08:29:33Z)

Conn. investigates Apple, Amazon

Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said the deal between Amazon (NMS:AMZN) and Apple (NMS:AAPL) to offer low prices on electronic books may block rivals from providing attractive pricing. Earlier this year ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-08-02T22:28:15Z)

Brewers' Hart gets 3-year 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 ... (Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette 2010-08-03T12:25:46Z)

Investors deem Liverpool shares ''worthless''

Liverpool's potential investors, a Far East Sovereign Wealth Fund that includes Kenny Huang, are looking to secure a takeover of the club at a knockdown price. GettyImages George Gillett and Tom Hicks are ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-08-03T12:54:24Z)

Connecticut AG probing Apple, Amazon over e-book deals

Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said he's investigating agreements between the largest publishers of electronic books and online retailers Seattle-based Amazon and Apple that may stifle ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-03T04:04:42Z)

Colts owner still prepared to give QB Peyton Manning richest deal in NFL

ANDERSON, Ind. (AP) — Jim Irsay won't let Peyton Manning walk away from the Colts next season — no matter the cost. Indy's owner reiterated Monday that he intends to make Manning the NFL 's highest-paid ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-02T19:43:37Z)

NHL Capsules: Blackhawks land G Turco, say so long to G Niemi

CHICAGO (AP) — For Marty Turco, the bottom line is to play for a Stanley Cup contender. By agreeing to a one-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday, the veteran goaltender made that clear. Turco ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-03T09:26:49Z)

Chinese businessman wants to buy Liverpool soccer team

LONDON (AP) — Chinese businessman Kenny Huang has offered to buy Liverpool's $374 million debt from a British bank in an attempt to end Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr.'s control of the English Premier ... (Source: Delaware County Daily Times 2010-08-03T09:33:58Z)

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)

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)

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