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Deals of the Hour / August 30, 2010, 3:39 pm

White Sox claim Manny Ramirez from Dodgers

Cleveland -- Manny Ramirez is back in an American League playoff chase. As expected, the Chicago White Sox claimed the 12-time All-Star slugger on waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, hoping his bat ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-30T20:07:40Z)

Beavers notes: Katz learns how to deal with blitz

CORVALLIS — Oregon State coach Mike Riley knows what's coming from opposing defenses this season: a steady diet of blitzes. With sophomore Ryan Katz at quarterback, teams will attempt to contain tailback Jacquizz ... (Source: Statesman Journal 2010-08-22T00:50:22Z)

Earl - now a category four hurricane - batters Caribbean; estimates show it will hit ...

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) -- Hurricane Earl battered tiny islands across the northeastern Caribbean with heavy rain and roof-ripping winds Monday, rapidly intensifying into a major Category 4 storm on a path ... (Source: Norwalk Hour 2010-08-30T22:09:22Z)

2010 College Football Preview: Oregon Sate's Keys To The Game Versus TCU

We are now under a week away from the Oregon State Beavers' season opener against Texas Christian University in Dallas, TX at Cowboy Stadium. As the 2010 season approaches, both teams are focusing on weak points in the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-30T02:06:46Z)

Five years later, Hurricane Katrina resonates with two Columbia women

Xiamara Mann, a 46-year resident of New Orleans, knew it wasn't just another hurricane. "The night before I left (New Orleans), I looked out the window, and there was black, black, black," Mann, 59, said ... (Source: Columbia Missourian 2010-08-29T20:37:29Z)

Hurricane Earl Path, Growing Hurricane Threatens North Caribbean

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - Hurricane Earl lashed northern Leeward Islands with heavy rain and strong winds Monday after strengthening into a Category 2 storm. Hotels were shut tightly overnight as tourists ... (Source: KSAX 2010-08-30T21:12:06Z)

HP (HP) Takes 3PAR (PAR) Bidding War to the Next Level

Hewlett-Packard Co. (NYSE: HPQ ) has once again trumped Dell Inc.'s (NASDAQ: DELL ) bid for data-storage maker 3Par Inc. (NYSE: PAR ), with an offer of $1.69 billion just hours after Dell made its second offer for the ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-26T21:24:00Z)

3Par accepts HP's 'superior' $2B offer

Hewlett-Packard Co . has surged ahead of Dell Inc. in the race to acquire 3Par Inc. The target on Saturday indicated it will accept HP's $30-a-share offer, rescinding a previous sale agreement with Dell ... (Source: Portland Business Journal 2010-08-30T15:57:08Z)

Race to Pasadena closer than usual without Trojans

• Goodbye: TE Rob Gronkowski and DE Earl Mitchell were among the top 81 draftees this year. • Hello: Quarterbacks coach Frank Scelfo, who had three quarterbacks drafted while at Tulane. • In one sentence ... (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2010-08-29T07:01:27Z)

Sandra Bullock Opens Health Clinic at New Orleans High School

Sandra Bullock was one of the many celebs who chose to be in New Orleans on the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. The actress lives there part time, and has been actively involved in several local charities. This ... (Source: INF Daily 2010-08-30T15:42:49Z)

WEATHER: Growing Hurricane Earl threatens north Caribbean

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Hurricane Earl lashed northern Leeward Islands with heavy rain and strong winds Monday after strengthening into a Category 2 storm. Hotels were shut tightly overnight as tourists ... (Source: Delaware Wave 2010-08-30T17:23:02Z)

New Orleans: In a city always 'between storms,' hope and faith return

Aug 28: Five years after Katrina, its victims remain blown away by the storm Aug 27: Slide show: New Orleans, now and then Slide show: Hurricane Katrina 5-Year anniversary NEW ORLEANS -- Tim Williamson was ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-29T10:43:21Z)

U.S. men's basketball team tops Brazil, 70-68, in world championships game as Kevin ...

Istanbul -- The United States survived its first tough test at the world championships, edging Brazil 70-68 on Monday when Leandro Barbosa's shot rattled out at the buzzer. Kevin Durant scored 27 points and ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-30T22:02:12Z)

Intel buying Infineon's smartphone chip unit for $1.4 billion

In its second major deal in just over a week, Intel has agreed to buy German-based Infineon Technologies' wireless communications unit for $1.4 billion in cash, a move the Santa Clara goliath hopes will help ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-30T12:51:01Z)

Intel to acquire German company for $1.4 billion

Over webcast, technology giant Intel announced Monday that it would purchase the wireless business of Infineon, a German chip maker, for roughly $1.4 billion. "The deal aligns with the Internet connectivity ... (Source: Nextgov 2010-08-30T17:58:49Z)

Bullock marks Katrina anniversary at clinic

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Five years after Hurricane Katrina, Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock returned Sunday to the New Orleans high school she helped rebuild for the opening of an on-campus health clinic. Bullock ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-08-30T17:51:40Z)

Intel to shell out $1.4 billion for Infineon wireless unit

SAN JOSE, Calif, Aug 30, 2010 (San Jose Mercury News - McClatchy-Tribune News Service via COMTEX) -- In its second major deal in just over a week, Intel has agreed to buy German-based Infineon Technologies ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-30T20:57:47Z)

Faith Hill Plays Free Show For Katrina's Victims

Billboard requires a JavaScript enabled browser to get the full experience Faith Hill says giving back just comes naturally for the Mississippi native, and she has a message for those still recovering from Hurricane ... (Source: Billboard 2010-08-25T11:52:31Z)

Bidding War Develops For 3Par (PAR) After HP's $1.5 Billion Offer

Hewlett-Packard Co. (NYSE: HPQ ) said Monday that it has offered a $1.5 billion bid for 3Par Inc. (NYSE: PAR ), a week after rival Dell Inc (NASDAQ: DELL ) had agreed to acquire the data storage provider for $1.13 ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-23T13:13:38Z)

USA survives test, holds on to edge Brazil 70-68

ISTANBUL -- The United States survived its first tough test at the world championships, edging Brazil 70-68 on Monday when Leandro Barbosa's shot rattled out at the buzzer. Kevin Durant scored 27 points and Chauncey ... (Source: Arlington Heights Daily Herald 2010-08-30T21:40:44Z)

Manny Ramirez Leaves Dodgers For White Sox On Waiver Deal

Manny Ramirez's often turbulent relationship with the Los Angeles Dodgers finally ended Monday when he was shipped to the Chicago White Sox in a waiver deal. The 12-time All-Star has been replaced on the ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-30T19:46:12Z)

5 years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans is city 'between storms'

Tim Williamson was asked this month to assess the state of his native New Orleans after the disaster. "After the disaster?" the nonprofit CEO quipped, with a seen-it-all mordancy that's as common here as a pot ... (Source: PennLive.com 2010-08-29T03:26:42Z)

2 new programs planned to help homeowners

WASHINGTON — The Obama administration's top housing official says several new programs are in the works to help try to revive the housing market. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan said in an ... (Source: Post-Bulletin 2010-08-30T20:36:18Z)

Winds of change: Katrina evacuee's journey ends on his tiki hut in Crab Island (PHOTO ...

DESTIN — Five years ago, Chris Chataignier was among many Louisiana residents who came to Destin to vacation and party. But when Hurricane Katrina hit his home and devastated his business, he described it as the last ... (Source: NW Florida Daily News 2010-08-29T22:32:01Z)

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Bullock marks Katrina anniversary

NEW ORLEANS - Five years after Hurricane Katrina, Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock returned Sunday to the New Orleans high school she helped rebuild for the opening of an on-campus health clinic. Bullock ... (Source: Indiana Gazette 2010-08-30T13:48:17Z)

Kevin Durant, Americans Slip Past Brazil 70-68

ISTANBUL -- The United States survived its first tough test at the world championship, edging Brazil 70-68 on Monday when Leandro Barbosa 's shot rattled out at the buzzer. Kevin Durant scored 27 points for ... (Source: NESN.com 2010-08-30T21:04:56Z)

US to aid jobless homeowners

Sales of new homes unexpectedly dropped in July to the lowest level on record, signaling that even with cheaper prices and reduced borrowing costs the US housing market is retreating. Purchases fell 12 percent ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-08-30T13:12:30Z)

White House to offer homeowner aid

"The July numbers were worse than we expected, worse than the general market expected, and we are concerned," Donovan said on CNN's "State of the Union." "That's why we are taking additional steps to move ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-30T07:07:25Z)

White Sox claim Manny Ramirez off waivers from Los Angeles Dodgers

Prior to tonight's game at Cleveland, the Chicago White Sox claimed 12-time All-Star and nine-time Silver Slugger Award winner Manny Ramirez off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers and transferred right ... (Source: Chicago White Sox 2010-08-30T19:03:15Z)

Amid storms, hope, faith grow in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS — Tim Williamson was asked this month to assess the state of his native New Orleans after the disaster. "After the disaster?" the nonprofit CEO quipped, with a seen-it-all mordancy that's as ... (Source: Courier-Journal 2010-08-29T10:07:34Z)

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