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Deals of the Hour / August 8, 2010, 6:40 pm

Wire briefs: Aug. 8

SALINA, Pa. - A twin-engine plane slammed into a house in western Pennsylvania minutes after takeoff on Saturday, killing two men and narrowly missing a man sleeping on his couch with his dog and setting the ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-08-08T04:05:55Z)

Blasts kill three NATO troops in southern Afghanistan

Kabul. Three NATO troops were killed in attacks in Afghanistan on Sunday, the alliance force said, taking to eight the number of international troops to die in the insurgency-hit country over the weekend, AFP reported ... (Source: Focus Infomation 2010-08-08T20:40:55Z)

Iran stoning case lawyer seeking asylum in Norway

The lawyer defending a woman sentenced to death by stoning in Iran said he has applied for asylum in Norway, but hopes Iranian authorities will allow him eventually to return to his practice. Mohammad Mostafaei told ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-09T00:29:59Z)

Texans hope to give WR Johnson new deal (AP)

Houston Texans owner Bob McNair says he hopes to sign Andre Johnson to a new contract within "a couple weeks" and keep the star receiver in Houston for his entire career. Johnson participated in the team's first training ... (Source: Bayou Buzz 2010-07-30T17:31:10Z)

Mutilated Afghan teen on Time's cover comes to U.S. for treatment

LOS ANGELES—An Afghan teen featured on the cover of Time magazine last month after her nose was cut off arrived in California this week for treatment. The 18-year-old, identified only as Bibi Aisha (Miss ... (Source: Regina Leader-Post 2010-08-06T23:42:15Z)

Pakistan leader heckled in U.K. as Islamists offer flood aid

BIRMINGHAM, England — Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari wrapped up his visit to Britain by addressing a political rally Saturday, facing criticism and protesters for touring overseas as floods killed more than 1,500 ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-08T11:01:06Z)

Disfigured Afghan teen to have surgery in US

The disfigured Afghan teenager whose photo was featured on a Time magazine cover has arrived in California, where a foundation has arranged for reconstructive surgery. The Grossman Burn Foundation in Los Angeles said ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-07T02:19:44Z)

Houston Owner Goes To Bat For LB Brian Cushing

Houston Texans owner Bob McNair is meeting with Roger Goodell on Monday to try to persuade the NFL commissioner to reduce or overturn linebacker Brian Cushing's four-game suspension. Cushing was suspended ... (Source: 4 For 4 2010-08-09T00:44:18Z)

Asylum in Brazil unlikely in adultery case, Iranian officials say

Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43-year-old Sakineh ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-08-04T02:44:46Z)

More rains hit flooded Pakistan; Islamists step up

SUKKUR , Pakistan -- Authorities evacuated thousands of Pakistanis living along expanding rivers yesterday as forecasts predicted that even more heavy rain could deepen the country's flood crisis. As the prime ... (Source: Richmond Times-Dispatch 2010-08-08T16:23:13Z)

Islamists step up in flooded, devastated Pakistan

Sukkur, Pakistan -- Authorities evacuated thousands of Pakistanis living along expanding rivers on Saturday as forecasts predicted even more heavy rain could deepen the country's flood crisis. As the prime ... (Source: News-Leader.com 2010-08-08T17:41:58Z)

Disfigured Afghan teen to have surgery in Calif.

LOS ANGELES (AP) - The disfigured Afghan teenager whose photo was recently featured on a Time magazine cover has arrived in Southern California where a foundation has arranged for reconstructive surgery. The Grossman ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-07T11:45:14Z)

Run-Off Candidates Bringing In Big Name Endorsements

ATLANTA -- The run-off race for the Republican Gubernatorial nomination also appears to be a contest over who can bring in the bigger celebrity politician. Mike Huckabee attended a rally for Nathan Deal in ... (Source: WGCL 2010-08-09T01:20:06Z)

Afghanistan says to "deal with" security firms

Afghan security forces will be more than capable of safeguarding the country, the government said on Sunday, repeating in some of its strongest criticism yet that troublesome Western private security units should be ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-08T12:48:28Z)

Fluminense beats Gremio to stay ahead in Brazil

(AP) — SAO PAULO - Fluminense scored twice in the first 20 minutes to beat Gremio 2-1 on Sunday, extending its unbeaten streak to 10 matches and staying atop the Brazilian league. Midfielder Mariano opened the scoring ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-09T00:15:40Z)

Factbox: Key facts about U.S.-Russia START I arms deal

The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday the United States had been in breach of several arms-related treaties including the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START I) and a treaty on conventional weapons. The ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-07T21:10:44Z)

Palin, Huckabee visit as Handel, Deal make closing bids

Sarah Palin can't vote in Georgia's Republican runoff for governor on Tuesday. Neither, for that matter, can Mike Huckabee, Mitt Romney or Newt Gingrich. So despite the involvement of those GOP stalwarts in the race ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-08-09T01:20:06Z)

'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: AZCentral.com 2010-08-08T18:39:14Z)

'The Other Guys' tops box office with $35.6 million

The buddy-cop parody starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg made $35.6 million in its opening weekend, according to Sunday estimates from Sony Pictures. "Inception," which had been the top film in the country ... (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2010-08-08T17:41:58Z)

Phillies 6, Mets 5

PHILADELPHIA — Raul Ibanez sparked a five-run third inning with a three-run homer, and the Phillies backed Roy Halladay with 12 hits. Ibanez hit a hanging knuckleball from Mets starter R.A. Dickey off the ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-08-09T01:05:47Z)

'The Other Guys' tops box office with $35.6M

"The Other Guys" are the main guys at the box office, knocking off "Inception" to take the No. 1 spot. Click to enlarge Actors Mark Wahlberg, left, and Will Ferrell laugh as they speak to a large crowd gathered for a ... (Source: Daily Comet 2010-08-08T17:20:29Z)

Mets-Phillies: R.A. Dickey Takes On Ace Roy Halladay in Finale

PHILADELPHIA: The Mets needed a dominant performance from a starter in order to be sure of a victory, with the way their offense is slumping. They got that from Johan Santana last night. Today, they will pitch R.A ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-08T17:06:10Z)

Texans Ink Andre Johnson To Highest WR Contract in NFL

The Houston Texans held a press conference today at 1:30pm CT at Reliant Stadium to announce Andre Johnson's new contract extension, a deal that makes him the highest paid WR in the league. Johnson received a two-year ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-05T19:25:44Z)

Huckabee stumps for Deal in Gainesville

GAINESVILLE - Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee said Sunday in Gainesville he came to support former Congressman Nathan Deal's election bid for governor, not lay any foundation for a possible presidential campaign ... (Source: Access North GA 2010-08-08T22:56:56Z)

Iran: Brazil asylum unlikely in adultery case

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) -- Iran signaled Tuesday it would likely reject the Brazilian president's offer to give refuge to an Iranian woman convicted of adultery and sentenced to death by stoning. The case of 43-year ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-08-04T11:41:38Z)

Three NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan

Three NATO soldiers were killed in southern Afghanistan Sunday, the alliance said in a statement. "Two ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) servicemembers died following an improvised explosive device (IED ... (Source: New York Post 2010-08-08T18:39:14Z)

Deco seals Fluminense deal - club

RIO DE JANEIRO (AFP) – Chelsea's Portuguese international midfielder Deco on Saturday agreed a two-year deal with Fluminense, the Brazilian club announced on their website. "After intense negotiations, the ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-07T20:34:57Z)

Russia Accuses US Of Violating Nuclear Arms Reduction Treaties

Russia on Saturday accused the US of violating its obligations under bilateral nuclear arms reduction treaties. Russia is dissatisfied with the US's fulfilment of its obligations under agreements on the non-proliferation ... (Source: indiaserver.com 2010-08-08T14:00:03Z)

Deco signs for Fluminense

Brazilian side Fluminense has announced it has signed Deco from Chelsea. The club claimed on its official website the 32-year-old will sign a two-year contract at the Rio de Janeiro -based outfit and be officially ... (Source: Special Broadcasting Service 2010-08-08T21:23:52Z)

Ibanez's HR helps Phillies defeat Mets (AP)

Raul Ibanez confesses that he searched everywhere to rediscover his hitting stroke. The answer may have been floating in front of his face. Ibanez sparked a five-run third inning with a three-run homer off knuckleballer ... (Source: Bayou Buzz 2010-08-08T22:28:18Z)

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