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Deals of the Hour / August 7, 2010, 11:40 pm

CHELSEA TO SIGN BENFICA'S BRAZILIAN STAR RAMIRES

CHELSEA look set to complete an £18m deal for Benfica star Ramires in the next 24 hours. And the Brazilian (left) could make his Blues debut in Sunday's Community Shield clash with Manchester United. Chelsea insiders ... (Source: Daily Star 2010-08-03T01:27:13Z)

Apple iPhone executive leaves company

An Apple Inc. executive whose responsibilities include iPhone hardware is leaving the company in the wake of antenna problems with the newest version of the smart phone. Apple was forced to offer a free fix ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-08T04:05:55Z)

Russell Okung, Seahawks agree to six-year deal

RENTON, Wash. — Russell Okung signed a six-year contract worth a potential $58 million with the Seattle Seahawks on Friday — then went right onto the field in full pads for his first practice since he was ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-08T04:41:43Z)

Sooners regroup with season approaching

NORMAN — It's time for Oklahoma to move on. Enough of what might have been had quarterback Sam Bradford stayed healthy. If Jermaine Gresham had been around to catch his passes. If Trent Williams and Brody Eldridge hadn ... (Source: Tahlequah Daily Press 2010-08-07T23:33:54Z)

Apple's IPhone Executive Mark Papermaster Leaves After Antenna Complaints

Mark Papermaster , the executive responsible for Apple Inc. 's iPhone and iPod hardware, left the company following criticism of the phone's antenna design. Bob Mansfield , a senior vice president in ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-07T23:55:23Z)

Benfica negotiates sale of Ramires to Chelsea

(AP) — LISBON, Portugal - Benfica says it is in negotiations to sell Brazilian midfielder Ramires to Chelsea. The Eagles said in a statement to the Lisbon stock exchange that the two clubs are working on a deal but ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-04T16:49:27Z)

Handel, Deal spar in GOP runoff debate

ATLANTA — As they sprinted into the final days of Georgia's gubernatorial runoff, Republicans Karen Handel and Nathan Deal continued to clash Saturday over ethics and experience. In a televised debate ... (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press 2010-08-08T05:24:40Z)

Red Wings introduce No. 90

Mike Modano stands with Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland (left) and owner Mike Ilitch after being introduced as a Red Wing during a news conference Friday in Detroit. Modano inked a one-year deal ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-08T00:24:01Z)

Handel, Deal clash in televised gubernatorial runoff debate

ATLANTA — As they sprinted into the final days of Georgia's gubernatorial runoff, Republicans Karen Handel and Nathan Deal continued to clash Saturday over ethics and experience. In a televised debate ... (Source: Macon Telegraph 2010-08-08T04:27:24Z)

Obama plans Texas trip to raise money for Democrats

Obama will headline a DNC fundraiser in Austin on Monday. Perry attempts to paint White and Obama as like-minded liberals. AUSTIN — President Barack Obama's trip to Texas on Monday aims to do something ... (Source: Standard-Times 2010-08-08T02:11:23Z)

British doctors offer online treatment

LONDON — The doctor will see you now: Just click here. In Britain, an increasing number of Web sites are pushing the boundaries of online medicine, with at least a dozen sites offering consultations and ... (Source: Modesto Bee 2010-08-07T05:18:41Z)

Bill White blasts Rick Perry's Horseshoe Bay land deal

'We did everything open and honest, at arm's length,' Texas Gov. Rick Perry said Monday of his Horseshoe Bay land deal. Shifting focus later that day, Perry told a state sheriffs convention that he's seeking a bigger ... (Source: Austin American-Statesman 2010-07-27T01:42:40Z)

UN Climate talks founder ahead of Cancun

International efforts to curb the threat of global warming are backsliding, said negotiators after a week of UN climate talks in Bonn. Chances of an early deal on curbing global warming ahead of the next major conference ... (Source: Ethiopian Review 2010-08-07T13:25:27Z)

Seahawks sign Okung to six-year deal; rookie now must catch up

RENTON, Wash. -- The Seahawks' new $58 million left tackle is a second-teamer. Relax, Seattle fans. It's just the team's plan for Russell Okung to play catch-up. Okung, the replacement for retired All-Pro ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-07T20:42:06Z)

Wild agree to deal with veteran center and former Chicago Blackhawk John Madden

The Wild added what appears to be the final piece to their roster as they prepare for training camp next month, agreeing to a one-year, $1 million deal with veteran center John Madden, who won a Stanley Cup ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-08-07T00:46:40Z)

Wild Sign 3-Time Stanley Cup Champ

St. Paul - The Minnesota Wild say they have agreed to terms with veteran center John Madden on a one-year contract. The deal is reportedly worth one million dollars, plus added incentives, on top of that, if ... (Source: FOX 9 News 2010-08-06T20:07:30Z)

Okung, Seattle reach deal

RENTON, Wash. — A person with knowledge of the deal says sixth-overall draft choice Russell Okung has agreed to a six-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks worth more than $29 million guaranteed and a maximum value ... (Source: Tahlequah Daily Press 2010-08-08T03:51:36Z)

British websites are pushing boundaries of online medicine

LONDON — The doctor will see you now: Just click here. In Britain, an increasing number of websites are pushing the boundaries of online medicine, with at least a dozen sites offering consultations and ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-08-07T19:44:50Z)

A text to Red Wings general manager Ken Holland got ball rolling on Mike Modano deal

Aug 07, 2010 (Detroit Free Press - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- General manager Ken Holland wasn't sure how to proceed: Should he make a follow-up phone call? Call the agent? Or was ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-08-08T03:37:17Z)

Continued: US pessimistic at prospect for climate deal this year, says countries ...

BONN, Germany - Global climate talks appear to have slipped backward after five days of negotiations in Bonn, the chief U.S. delegate said Friday, adding that some countries were reneging on promises they made ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-06T11:46:25Z)

Fluminense signs midfielder Deco

(AP) — RIO DE JANEIRO - Rio de Janeiro's Fluminense says it has signed Chelsea midfielder Deco to a two-year contract. The team says on its website that the 32-year-old Deco will be formally introduced on Monday. It ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-07T20:27:47Z)

Sooners seek fresh start

Enough of what might have been had quarterback Sam Bradford stayed healthy. If Jermaine Gresham had been around to catch his passes. If Trent Williams and Brody Eldridge hadn't joined them on a lengthy list ... (Source: LJWORLD 2010-08-07T19:09:03Z)

Rick Perry's Edited Speech for President Barack Obama's Visit to Texas

Governor, you have asked that we edit your draft remarks for your possible appearance Monday at the "Hands Off Texas" rally in Austin . As you know, the rally is an attempt to compete for message, against the Texas visit ... (Source: Burnt Orange Report 2010-08-06T19:53:11Z)

Climate negotiators pessimistic

BONN, Germany, Aug. 7 (UPI) -- International talks on global climate change have moved backwards in the last year, negotiators preparing for the next climate summit in Mexico say. As a week of talks in Bonn ... (Source: United Press International 2010-08-07T21:10:44Z)

Apple iPhone executive leaves company after 'Antennagate'

An Apple Inc. executive whose responsibilities include iPhone hardware is leaving the company in the wake of antenna problems with the newest version of the smart phone. Apple was forced to offer a free fix ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-08-08T02:11:23Z)

Stoops hopes injuries pay off a year later

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — With all the injuries that Oklahoma had to endure a year ago, coach Bob Stoops hopes the Sooners are better for it entering this season. Stoops' team went through its first practice Thursday night ... (Source: Times Union 2010-08-06T03:46:49Z)

Chelios set to retire, join Red Wings' front office

DETROIT (AP) -- Red Wings general manager Ken Holland says Chris Chelios is going to work for the team. Holland said Saturday night that Chelios' new job doesn't have a title yet and his specific ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-08-08T06:07:37Z)

Georgia governor race: Karen Handel, Nathan Deal clash in runoff debate

ATLANTA -- The Republican runoff campaign for governor turned hostile Sunday night as Karen Handel blasted Nathan Deal as corrupt and Deal fired back that the former secretary of state's sharp attacks show her ... (Source: Ledger-Enquirer 2010-08-02T01:06:55Z)

Minnesota Wild sign ex-Wolverine John Madden.

This is a really good move by the Minnesota Wild,John Madden is one of the best defensive forwards in the game of hockey. According to Michael Russo , it is a one year deal that will pay John Madden 1 million ... (Source: Baseball 2010-08-07T09:07:45Z)

British patients click online to see doctor

The doctor will see you now: Just click here. In Britain, an increasing number of websites are pushing the boundaries of online medicine, with at least a dozen sites offering consultations and medication most ... (Source: Grand Island Independent 2010-08-07T16:38:44Z)

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