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Deals of the Hour / August 6, 2010, 5:39 am

Brooklyn Judge Deals Another Blow to FDNY Practices

CADMAN PLAZA EAST (AP) — The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a ... (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle 2010-08-05T20:51:38Z)

US joins Hiroshima A-bomb memorial

The site of the world's first A-bomb attack echoed with the choirs of schoolchildren and the solemn ringing of bells Friday as Hiroshima marked its biggest memorial yet. At 8:15 a.m. — the time the bomb dropped ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-06T11:53:35Z)

Judge Blocks Firefighter Hiring in NYC, Saying Entry Exam Is Discriminatory

New York (AP) - The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a judge ... (Source: CNS News 2010-08-06T04:01:08Z)

NFL: Big Ben on right track

WESTMINSTER, Md. - NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is doing more than he was asked to do by the league when given a six-game suspension after being accused of sexual ... (Source: Indiana Gazette 2010-08-05T16:33:56Z)

Jimenez pitches Rockies to win over Giants

DENVER -- Ubaldo Jimenez won his major league-leading 17th game, Carlos Gonzalez homered twice and the Colorado Rockies beat the San Francisco Giants 6-1 Wednesday. Troy Tulowitzki also homered for the ... (Source: The Daily News Online 2010-08-05T18:21:19Z)

Rockies ace shuts Giants down for 17th win

DENVER — Ubaldo Jimenez normally baffles teams with his pitching, but he also used his legs to cool off the streaking Giants on Wednesday. Jimenez won his major league-leading 17th game and scored the ... (Source: Gillette News Record 2010-08-05T18:14:09Z)

NFL: Goodell says Roethlisberger doing more than asked

WESTMINSTER, Md. (AP) -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is doing more than he was asked to do by the league when given a six-game suspension after being accused of sexual ... (Source: 1330 WFIN 2010-08-05T05:49:42Z)

Liverpool bid welcomed, say Investors

A China-based group of investors said Friday that Liverpool has welcomed its initial plans to take over the English Premier League club, stressing the proposal does not include any direct ownership by China's sovereign ... (Source: Indian Express 2010-08-06T10:56:19Z)

Investors not out to enrich Gillett, Hicks

New York - A group of Chinese investors said Friday that any offer it makes to buy Premier League club Liverpool from Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr. won't enrich the embattled American co-owners. Marc Ganis, whose ... (Source: Independent Online 2010-08-06T10:42:00Z)

Champions League Draw - Tottenham Hotspur to face Young Boys Bern in Champions League ...

Tottenham handed Swiss test in Champions League opener. Betclic are offering all BettingpPress readers a no-lose bet on the 2010/2011 Champions League Season. Deposit £20 as your first bet and if you lose they will give ... (Source: Bettingpress.com 2010-08-06T11:32:06Z)

Spurs drawn with Young Boys in Champions League playoffs; Sevilla gets Braga; Ajax ...

NYON, Switzerland — Premier League side Tottenham must overcome Swiss underdog Young Boys in the Champions League playoff round to reach the group stage for the first time. Spain's Sevilla was drawn Friday ... (Source: Republic 2010-08-06T11:53:35Z)

New York Yankees batter Alex Rodriguez reacts

New York Yankees batter Alex Rodriguez reacts as he runs up the first base line after he hit his 600th career home run off Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shaun Marcum in the first inning of their MLB American League ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-05T00:20:25Z)

The Yankees' Alex Rodriguez hits home run No. 600

Alex Rodriguez became the seventh -– and youngest –- major league player to hit 600 home runs, reaching the milestone Wednesday at Yankee Stadium against the Blue Jays. Rodriguez connected off the Blue Jays' Shaun ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-05T02:29:16Z)

Prospective Liverpool FC buyer Syrian businessman Yahya Kirdi asked to show cash

Last night, former Celtic player Andy Lynch, who is acting as an advisor to Mr Kirdi, said he hoped a deal would be done soon, possibly as "early next week". He said it was not his place to go into the financial ... (Source: Liverpool Daily Post 2010-08-05T06:11:10Z)

Wyclef Jean confirms Haiti presidency bid; Pras not endorsing former bandmate

The rapper said that if elected, his focus will be on issues like education, job creation, and agriculture. Haitian-born musician Wyclef Jean is running for the presidency of Haiti. Ending months of rumors and ... (Source: The Money Times 2010-08-06T12:15:03Z)

First-round pick DeShields Jr. signs with Astros

HOUSTON -- The Houston Astros have signed first-round draft pick Delino DeShields Jr. The 17-year-old DeShields is the son of former major league second baseman Delino DeShields. The Astros announced the move Thursday ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-05T23:07:39Z)

Wyclef Jean's History With Haiti: From Birth To Presidential Bid

Wyclef Jean officially announced his bid for the presidency of his native Haiti on Thursday's (August 5) "Larry King Live." Word began to surface last month that he was considering a run for the position . The ... (Source: MTV 2010-08-06T04:58:24Z)

Jimenez Wins 17th, Rare Total for Rockies

Jimenez won his major-league-leading 17th game and scored the decisive run from first base as the host Colorado Rockies beat San Francisco, 6-1. The Giants had been 10-2 against the National League West since ... (Source: New York Times 2010-08-05T03:40:51Z)

Judge blocks FDNY hiring over entry exam

NEW YORK — The mostly white Fire Department of New York is temporarily barred from hiring more than 300 rookie firefighters because it used an entry exam that discriminates against blacks and Hispanics, a judge ruled ... (Source: FireRescue1 2010-08-05T15:22:21Z)

Alex Rodriguez hits homer No. 600 in Yankees win

Alex Rodriguez needed exactly three years _ not a day more or less _ to jump from 500 home runs to 600. Reaching 700 may take a while longer. And 800 _ well, too early to think about. "So much of it depends on ... (Source: Gettysburg Times 2010-08-06T10:20:31Z)

Goodell: Roethlisberger doing a lot

WESTMINSTER, Md. — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is doing more than he was asked to do by the league when given a six-game suspension after being accused of ... (Source: Shreveport Times 2010-08-06T04:08:18Z)

Spurs play Young Boys in Champions League playoffs

(AP) — NYON, Switzerland - Premier League side Tottenham must overcome Swiss underdog Young Boys in the Champions League playoff round to reach the group stage for the first time. Sevilla was drawn Friday to ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-08-06T11:03:28Z)

Astros Sign 1st-round pick Delino DeShields Jr

HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Astros have signed first-round draft pick Delino DeShields Jr. The 17-year-old DeShields is the son of former major league second baseman Delino DeShields. The Astros announced the move ... (Source: WBOC 2010-08-06T00:47:52Z)

Houston Astros sign first-round draft pick Delino DeShields Junior

HOUSTON - The Houston Astros have signed first-round draft pick Delino DeShields Jr. The 17-year-old DeShields is the son of former major league second baseman Delino DeShields. The Astros announced the move Thursday and ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-08-05T23:00:29Z)

US joins Hiroshima A-bomb memorial for 1st time

HIROSHIMA, Japan—A U.S. representative participated for the first time Friday in Japan's annual commemoration of the American atomic bombing of Hiroshima, in a 65th anniversary event that organizers hope ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-06T11:46:25Z)

Wyclef Jean registers to run for president of Haiti

(CNN) -- Hip-hop artist Wyclef Jean says he has submitted the necessary paperwork to run for president of Haiti, a country he left when he was a child. Jean made the anticipated announcement Thursday on CNN's "Larry King ... (Source: CNN 2010-08-06T06:24:18Z)

U.S. attends Hiroshima atomic bomb commemoration

Hiroshima, Japan -- A U.S. representative participated for the first time today in Japan's annual commemoration of the American atomic bombing of Hiroshima, in a 65th anniversary event that organizers hope ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-06T10:49:09Z)

Syrian businessman claims Canadian interests part of bid to buy Liverpool

The Associated Press LONDON - A Syrian businessman has claimed he is in "advanced negotiations" to buy Liverpool from the Premier League soccer club's financially troubled owners. Yahya Kirdi, a former Syria ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-08-04T13:43:20Z)

Syrian Claims To Be Close To Buying Liverpool

(AP) LONDON (AP) - A Syrian businessman has claimed he is in "advanced negotiations" to buy Liverpool from the Premier League club's financially troubled owners. Yahya Kirdi, a former Syria international, is ... (Source: CBS News 2010-08-04T13:21:51Z)

Investors say Liverpool bid welcomed

NEW YORK: A China-based group of investors said Friday that Liverpool has welcomed its initial plans to take over the English Premier League club, stressing the proposal does not include any direct ownership by China's ... (Source: Economic Times 2010-08-06T09:51:53Z)

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