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Deals of the Hour / August 8, 2010, 10:40 pm

2010 Teen Choice Awards: Live From the Green Carpet

Making for another big night in Hollywood, the stars are getting ready for the 12th annual Teen Choice Awards being held in Los Angeles, California on Sunday night (August 8). With Katy Perry pulling off hosting duties ... (Source: GossipCenter.com 2010-08-08T22:49:46Z)

Pistons still interested in Tracy McGrady, but no offer yet

The Pistons' interest in free-agent swingman Tracy McGrady is real, but he hasn't been offered a contract. If the Pistons are to offer McGrady a deal, it would be the veterans' minimum ($1.2 million ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-09T05:02:00Z)

True Blood 'Night on the Sun' Episode 8 Recap with Spoilers!

Tonight's episode of True Blood was fantastic! Spoilers a head, you've been warned! Bill's blood has revived Sookie and she screams when she sees him standing next to her hospital bed. She asks to speak ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-08-09T03:50:25Z)

'True Blood' 3.08 Clips: Sookie Offers Her House for Alcide

Two clips are released ahead of the upcoming "True Blood" episode. One is a conversation between Sookie and Alcide where the latter is concerned about leaving the former for a family emergency. Sookie then offers the ... (Source: AceShowbiz 2010-08-06T07:07:15Z)

Sunday's NBA Update: McGrady reportedly nears deal; Chicago pursues SG in trade

News and notes from around the NBA on Sunday: Tracy McGrady: A report on Sunday said that the former NBA scoring champion had reached a one-year deal with the Detroit Pistons for $1.35 million. However, ESPN reported ... (Source: Recordpub 2010-08-08T17:13:20Z)

Beets her: Michelle Obama 'fesses up

WASHINGTON | Michelle Obama dishes on the first family's health and eating habits in a new magazine interview, admitting she can't stand beets and that she does an occasional dietary "cleanse" to clear her ... (Source: NWI.com 2010-08-08T22:28:18Z)

Shippin' Out August 8-14: Madden NFL 11

Notable releases this week include EA Sports' latest gridiron game, Monday Night Combat on Xbox Live Arcade, and Scott Pilgrim vs. The World on the PlayStation Network. The 2010 NFL season debuts early next ... (Source: Gamespot News 2010-08-07T00:18:02Z)

Scoop: Is Leo ready to settle down with girlfriend?

Leonardo DiCaprio reportedly is ready to propose to girlfriend Bar Refaeli. (Getty Images) Playboy actor Leonardo DiCaprio may actually have found the woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with. The "Inception ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-08-09T03:07:28Z)

A McGrady deal with Pistons could lead to trade later

Tracy McGrady isn't a Piston yet. But there is a possibility the one-time superstar could come to Motown with the hopes of rejuvenating a career that once seemed destined to end in the Hall of Fame. But fans ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-08-09T01:55:53Z)

'The Other Guys' Tops Box Office With $35.6 Million

"The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. The buddy-cop parody starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg made $35.6 million in its opening weekend, according to ... (Source: KAKE TV 2010-08-08T19:29:20Z)

Last call! Win an Xbox 360 Slim and Madden NFL 11

Destructoid is giving away an Xbox 360 Slim with a 250GB HDD and a copy of Madden NFL 11 this week, thanks to GameStop! Pre-ordering the new Madden from GameStop will get you 20,000 in-game coins to help you create a ... (Source: DESTRUCTOID 2010-08-09T04:26:13Z)

More may afford Medigap coverage: Poorest seniors to be affected [Detroit Free Press]

Aug. 07--Countless seniors who now don't have Medigap coverage might be able to afford it under a proposed change by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The insurer said Friday it is seeking to offer larger discounts on ... (Source: Insurance News Net 2010-08-07T16:10:06Z)

Leonardo DiCaprio To Propose

Leonardo DiCaprio Looking for that Perfect Ring to Give to Bar Refaeli Leonardo DiCaprio is looking for that perfect ring to give to his girlfriend. Bar Refaeli who is his 25-year old girlfriend, has been ... (Source: Overthelimit.info 2010-08-08T20:12:17Z)

Pistons still deliberating McGrady offer

David Aldridge, TNT analyst -- A source with knowledge of the discussions told TNT's David Aldridge Sunday night that the Detroit Pistons are not close to signing free agent forward Tracy McGrady, and are continuing to ... (Source: NBA 2010-08-09T02:53:09Z)

Ferrell's 'Other Guys' tops box office with $35.6M

LOS ANGELES— "The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. The buddy-cop parody starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg made $35.6 million in its opening weekend ... (Source: KHOU 2010-08-08T21:23:52Z)

Obamas no beet generation For dinner? Can't be beets

It may not be as dramatic or spark the (surprising) interest the Broccoli Incident did during the first Bush administration, but the Obama White House does offer this bit of vegetable news: Michelle Obama ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-08-07T06:58:54Z)

Michelle Obama hates beets, but George H.W. Bush banned broccoli

It may not be as dramatic or spark the (surprising) interest the Broccoli Incident did during the first Bush administration, but the Obama White House does offer this bit of vegetable news: Michelle Obama ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-08-05T02:07:47Z)

Chicago Bulls Sign Keith Bogans, But Why?

The search for the 12th man is over now that the Bulls have come to terms with veteran shooting guard Keith Bogans on a two year deal worth $2.5 million. I have read a lot the past few days about how this is a great move ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-08T15:40:16Z)

Ashley Greene: 2010 Teen Choice Awards

Fresh off of a fun-filled weekend in Sin City, Ashley Green was all smiles as she arrived at the Gibson Amphitheatre for the 2010 Teen Choice Awards in Universal City, California on Sunday (August 8). The Alice Cullen ... (Source: GossipCenter.com 2010-08-08T23:47:02Z)

Ferrell's 'Other Guys' tops box office with $35.6M

LOS ANGELES— "The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. The buddy-cop parody starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg made $35.6 million in its ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-08-08T20:19:27Z)

Detroit Undecided On Offer To T-Mac

Pistons general manager Joe Dumars has confirmed that the team is considering signing Tracy McGrady. However, Dumars added that Detroit has yet to decide whether or not they'll make the free-agent swingman an offer. "GM ... (Source: RealGM 2010-08-08T15:25:57Z)

'True Blood' blog: Episode 32, 'Night on the Sun'

"Ever since we've met, it's been one long, bloody fight" -- Sookie We're not in fairyland anymore. It's often said "True Blood" is a bit over the top. It should be -- it's a vampire soap opera after. But this ... (Source: Weblogs.baltimoresun.com 2010-08-09T03:36:06Z)

Kenny Lofton enshrined in Indians Hall

CLEVELAND -- Kenny Lofton finally is part of the Cleveland Indians forever. The outfielder, who spent three separate stints in Cleveland while playing for 11 different major league teams, was enshrined into ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-08T00:02:32Z)

Twins' Pavano gets best of Cleveland Indians

CLEVELAND -- It was quite the anniversary for Carl Pavano, who added another strong start to his remarkable resurgence. Pavano pitched seven innings to beat his former team, Joe Mauer had four hits and the ... (Source: Newark Advocate 2010-08-08T11:01:06Z)

Leonardo DiCaprio ready to propose to Bar Refaeli?

Leonardo DiCaprio is reportedly planning to propose to girlfriend Bar Refaeli. The 'Inception' star - who has been dating the Israeli-born beauty for nearly five years - is said to have enlisted the help of ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-06T18:05:49Z)

More may afford Medigap coverage

Countless seniors who now don't have Medigap coverage might be able to afford it under a proposed change by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The insurer said Friday it is seeking to offer larger discounts ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-08-07T16:10:06Z)

Blue Cross-Michigan plan would vary 'Medigap' discounts

Detroit -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan wants to change how it distributes discounts to the more than 200,000 customers who buy its insurance coverage to supplement Medicare. The insurer said Friday it ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-06T22:37:50Z)

MLB Capsules: Lofton enshrined in Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame

CLEVELAND — Kenny Lofton finally is part of the Cleveland Indians forever. The outfielder, who spent three separate stints in Cleveland while playing for 11 different major league teams, was enshrined into the team's ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-08-08T03:58:46Z)

Teen Choice Awards: Best of Red Carpet Arrivals

The 2010 Teen Choice Awards promises to be a star-studded event with the casts of "Glee" and "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse" in attendance, like last year's "Fresh Face" winner Ashley Greene. With Katy Perry hosting and a ... (Source: NBC New York 2010-08-09T00:58:37Z)

Deals for July 29: Xbox 360 S & Madden 11 $320

XBOX 360 Elite 250GB Console (Slim) + Madden NFL 11 for $319.99 with free shipping (normally $350). Wii Summer 2010 Bundle (black) + Wii Sports Resort, MotionPlus for $169.99 with free shipping (normally $199). The ... (Source: Toms Hardware 2010-07-29T21:28:34Z)

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