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Deals of the Hour / August 6, 2010, 7:39 am

Bargain shopping is summer's pastime

With the economy only limping along, Americans are once again being choosy at stores, many of them buying only at deep discounts because they can't shake uncertainty about their jobs. Retailers around the ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-08-06T07:14:24Z)

How Pedro Martinez spent his summer vacation

NEW YORK - Pedro Martinez' phone has been ringing during the last 2 weeks. Several major league teams - the three-time Cy Young Award winner won't say which ones - called with offers to pitch. He was flattered ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-08-06T07:00:05Z)

AP Interview: Wyclef Jean's vision for Haiti

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- After the hip-hop party was over, the cheering supporters back in their tents and the speaker trucks parked for the night, newly minted presidential candidate Wyclef Jean sat down to ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-06T14:09:35Z)

Interview: Wyclef Jean's vision for Haiti

Port-Au-Prince, Haiti -- After the hip-hop party was over, the cheering supporters back in their tents and the speaker trucks parked for the night, newly minted presidential candidate Wyclef Jean sat down to ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-06T13:12:19Z)

MLB Capsules: Pedro Martinez rejects offers to return to majors

NEW YORK (AP) — Pedro Martinez's phone has been ringing during the last two weeks. Several major league teams — the three-time Cy Young Award winner won't say which ones — called with offers to pitch. He ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-06T10:13:22Z)

Texans Make Andre Johnson League's Highest-Paid Receiver

The Houston Texans have given Andre Johnson a contract extension that media reports say will make the four-time Pro Bowler the highest paid wide receiver in the National Football League. The Texans did not ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-06T11:17:47Z)

Texans Ink Andre Johnson to Highest WR Contract in NFL

The Houston Texans held a press conference today at 1:30p.m. CT at Reliant Stadium to announce Andre Johnson's new contract extension, a deal that makes him the highest paid wide receiver in the league. Johnson received ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-05T22:31:51Z)

FCC Ends Closed-Door Talks on Net Neutrality After Rumored Google, Verizon Deal

The latest rumor about Google and Verizon apparently having secret talks which would enable the ISP to provide preferential access to certain types of traffic managed to cause quite a stir. While the talks ... (Source: Softpedia 2010-08-06T09:51:53Z)

WGAE, FCC Chief Warn About Google-Verizon Deal

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski on Thursday gave a warning on any deal between Google and Verizon that could impact his goal for net neutrality. As reported in TheWrap Wednesday , Google ... (Source: TheWrap 2010-08-05T17:45:31Z)

Modano agrees to 1-year deal with Red Wings

DETROIT (AP) -- Mike Modano wanted to prove there is still a spot for him in the NHL. The Detroit Red Wings are giving him a chance, agreeing to terms with the star forward on a one-year contract. "I was ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-08-06T04:36:56Z)

Wyclef Jean's vision for Haiti

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — After the hip-hop party was over, the cheering supporters back in their tents and the speaker trucks parked for the night, newly minted presidential candidate Wyclef Jean sat down to ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-08-06T13:19:29Z)

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)

Pedro rejects offers to return to majors

NEW YORK — Pedro Martinez's phone has been ringing during the last two weeks. Several major league teams — the three-time Cy Young Award winner won't say which ones — called with offers to pitch. He was ... (Source: San Mateo Daily Journal 2010-08-06T11:03:28Z)

KARDASHIAN SISTERS LAUNCHING FASHION RANGE

Reality TV stars KIM, KHLOE and KOURTNEY KARDASHIAN are expanding their fashion empire by launching their own clothing line for women. The Keeping Up With The Kardashians sisters have signed a deal with designer Bruno ... (Source: Daily Star 2010-08-06T13:48:07Z)

Lance Armstrong lawyer disputes teammate's doping claims

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Lance Armstrong's attorney has lashed out at a report that a former teammate of the seven-time Tour de France champion told investigators Armstrong knew of widespread performance-enhancing ... (Source: Courier-Post 2010-08-06T12:07:54Z)

David Beckham To Open LA Pub The Queen Vic? Chef Gordon Ramsay Talk

David Beckham is to open a pub in Los Angeles called The Queen Vic. David Beckham, the soccer superstar - who moved to America three years ago when he signed a deal to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy team - is ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-08-04T14:26:17Z)

Texans, Wideout Andre Johnson Agree To Two-Year Deal

Houston, TX, United States (AHN) - Andre Johnson, who emerged as one the NFL's top receivers, was signed to a two-year contract extension by the Houston Texans Thursday. According to the Houston Chronicle.com, the deal ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-06T11:39:16Z)

Lance Armstrong's Deal With RadioShack Isn't Affected by Doping Report

RadioShack Corp. , the consumer- electronics retailer, said it has no plans to drop its sponsorship of Lance Armstrong after a report said a second former teammate implicated him in systematic doping. The New ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-06T04:58:24Z)

FTC says computer buyers benefit from Intel deal

SAN FRANCISCO — The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-08-06T04:22:37Z)

Armstrong's lawyer refutes allegations made by teammate

AUSTIN, Texas — Lance Armstrong's attorney has lashed out at a report that a former teammate of the seven-time Tour de France champion told investigators Armstrong knew of widespread performance-enhancing drug use on ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-06T10:56:19Z)

FCC ends net neutrality talks amid rumored deal

WASHINGTON — Federal regulators are giving up efforts to negotiate a compromise between Web companies and Internet service providers over so-called net neutrality rules intended to prevent discrimination in the way ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-06T10:56:19Z)

Mike Modano returns to his roots by agreeing to 1-year deal to center 3rd line for ...

DETROIT — Mike Modano wanted to prove there's still a spot for him in the NHL. The Detroit Red Wings are giving him a chance, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract Thursday. "I think it's going to be a great fit for ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-06T02:49:33Z)

CHERYL AND ASHLEY COLES APART

THE Coles hit the town on either side of the Atlantic yesterday. As love-rat Ashley headed to London club Chinawhite with stars including The Saturdays' Frankie Sandford, estranged wife Cheryl dined with hunky dancer ... (Source: Daily Star 2010-08-06T08:18:50Z)

Alex Rodriguez Hits 600th Career Home Run (VIDEO)

NEW YORK — Alex Rodriguez became the youngest player to hit 600 home runs Wednesday, reaching the milestone after a 12-game drought – and exactly three years to the day after his 500th homer – with a ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-08-06T13:19:29Z)

Business Roundup

With the economy only limping along, Americans are once again being choosy at stores, many of them buying only at deep discounts because they can't shake uncertainty about their jobs. Retailers around the ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-08-06T12:43:41Z)

Glance: Intel, FTC antitrust settlement

The antitrust settlement between Intel Corp. and the Federal Trade Commission requires that Intel change its business in several key ways: -- Intel can't cut deals with computer makers in which they're ... (Source: MIT Technology Review 2010-08-04T21:21:27Z)

C Mike Modano agrees to 1-year deal with Red Wings

DETROIT – Mike Modano wanted to prove there is still a spot for him in the NHL. The Detroit Red Wings are giving him a chance, agreeing to terms with the star forward on a one-year contract. "I was leaning ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-06T02:42:24Z)

Companies hire at slow pace for 3rd straight month

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Faster job growth is needed to accelerate the recovery, but economists worry the government's July employment report won't show strong gains. Without more jobs, Americans are likely to ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-08-06T12:29:22Z)

Consumers to benefit from Intel, FTC deal

SAN FRANCISCO -- The Federal Trade Commission is trumpeting its settlement with Intel Corp. as a victory for consumers who have overpaid for computer chips for a decade, though computer buyers shouldn't expect ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-08-06T05:27:02Z)

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)

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