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Deals of the Hour / September 1, 2010, 6:41 am

Somalian rebels look more like Afghan Taliban

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Men are forced to grow beards. Women can't leave home without a male relative. Music, movies and watching sports on TV are banned. Limbs are chopped off as punishment, and executions by ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-08-22T15:16:31Z)

Da'Sean Butler To Battle For Roster Spot With Heat

Miami, FL, United States (AHN) - Former West Virginia standout Da'Sean Butler inked a two-year deal with the Miami Heat Monday, setting up a three-way competition for the last spot on the team's roster. Butler, the ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-31T13:11:18Z)

Somali Islamist militia mirrors Afghan Taliban

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Men are forced to grow beards. Women can't leave home without a male relative. Music, movies and watching sports on TV are banned. Limbs are chopped off as punishment, and executions by ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-08-23T05:06:52Z)

Car buyers see fewer discounts

'This may be as good as it gets ... get used to it' DETROIT (AP) — For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think Cash for Clunkers ... (Source: Traverse City Record-Eagle 2010-09-01T12:27:10Z)

Apple expected to unveil iPod upgrades

Apple's iPod may live in the shadow of its splashier sibling devices -- the iPhone and iPad -- but the digital music player, expected to get upgrades today, is a key reason the Cupertino company got back its ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-31T23:26:55Z)

Japan says too early to resume Korea nuclear talks

TOKYO (AP) -- Japan rejected North Korea's apparent interest in a quick resumption of six-party talks on Pyonyang's nuclear program, saying Tuesday that the time was not right for fresh discussions. The talks involving ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-09-01T10:39:48Z)

Intel snags German company for $1.4 billion

NEW YORK — Intel Corp. is buying the wireless communications unit of Germany's Infineon Technologies AG for $1.4 billion in cash, the second deal in as many weeks that allows the chipmaker to expand beyond ... (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-08-30T15:14:11Z)

Dodgers, White Sox getting closer to Manny Ramirez deal

Manny Ramirez (notes) could be moving to the Windy City pretty soon. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder is the subject of talks between the folks in L.A. and executives with the Chicago White Sox and things ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-26T15:04:37Z)

Intel buying German chipmaker Infineon's wireless operations for $1.4B in cash

NEW YORK - Intel Corp. is buying the wireless communications unit of Germany's Infineon Technologies AG for $1.4 billion in cash, the second deal in as many weeks that allows the chipmaker to spread its wings ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-08-30T14:52:42Z)

Amazon trying to offer subscription TV, movies

LOS ANGELES—Amazon.com Inc. is talking with major media companies about offering unlimited views of older TV shows and movies online, as it struggles to stay relevant to consumers flocking to Apple Inc.'s ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-01T12:34:20Z)

White Sox nearing deal with Dodgers for Manny Ramirez

The White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers may be closing in on a deal to send Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez to the South Side in exchange for minor league prospects. The deal appeared to be close Wednesday when ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-08-25T20:49:24Z)

Islanders sign Doug Weight to 1-year deal

UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) -The New York Islanders have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with team captain Doug Weight . Weight and will be playing his 20th NHL season, and his third the Islanders. Last year, the 39-year ... (Source: NHL.com 2010-08-31T18:47:45Z)

Da'Sean Butler To Battle For Roster Spot With Heat

Miami, FL, United States (AHN) – Former West Virginia standout Da'Sean Butler inked a two-year deal with the Miami Heat Monday, setting up a three-way competition for the last spot on the team's roster ... (Source: Gant Daily 2010-08-31T13:18:28Z)

No deal: Discounts on cars hit brakes

For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think Cash for Clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that offered employee ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-09-01T12:41:29Z)

Apple May Offer New iPod Touch, iTunes Social Links

A new iPod touch may be announced at Apple's press event on Sept. 1. Apple's new iPod touch could have front and rear cameras for FaceTime video conferencing. Apple's iTunes could also get socially connected with links ... (Source: CIO Today 2010-08-26T19:07:59Z)

Butler signed by Miami Heat

Former West Virginia star Da'Sean Butler was signed by the Miami Heat Monday. According to the Miami Herald, Butler signed a two-year contract He was a second round pick in the 2010 NBA Draft by the Heat. ... (Source: The Daily Athenaeum 2010-08-31T06:37:36Z)

Intel buys German business for chip know-how

NEW YORK – Intel Corp. is buying the wireless communications unit of Germany's Infineon Technologies AG for $1.4 billion cash, the second deal in as many weeks that allows the chip-maker to expand beyond ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-08-31T06:59:05Z)

Couche-Tard Boosts Casey's Offer on Buyback Support

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. increased the per-share price of its now $1.45 billion hostile-takeover effort for Casey's General Stores Inc. as support for its prior bid fell last month. That came after Casey's launched ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-09-01T12:20:01Z)

North Korea Seeks Stronger Ties With China

North Korea vowed to strengthen military ties with China on Wednesday, days after the North's leader Kim Jong-il finished a visit aimed at bolstering the bond with his isolated country's sole major supporter ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-09-01T12:20:01Z)

Amazon Eyes Subscription Web TV Service

NEW YORK/LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc has approached media companies with a proposal for a subscription service that gives users unlimited access to some television shows and movies over the Internet ... (Source: ABC News 2010-09-01T12:05:42Z)

Aug. auto sales may be worst in years

For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think cash-for-clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that offered employee ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-09-01T12:55:48Z)

Turkmenistan inks deal on Afghanistan pipeline

Ashgabat/Moscow - Afghanistan and the Central Asian republic Turkmenistan have agreed to build a gas pipeline through Afghanistan, despite the ongoing security concerns in the country. The two countries had ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-09-01T11:08:26Z)

Doug Weight signed 1-year deal to return to Islanders for a 20th NHL season

UNIONDALE, N.Y. - The New York Islanders have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with team captain Doug Weight. Weight and will be playing his 20th NHL season, and his third the Islanders. Last year, the 39-year-old ... (Source: FAN 590 Toronto 2010-08-31T19:16:23Z)

Couche Tarde raises buyout offer for Casey's

(AP) NEW YORK - Convenience-store operator Alimentation Couche-Tard is raising its bid for Casey's General Stores to $38.50 per share in its latest effort to win over shareholders. Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard ... (Source: WHEC TV-10 2010-09-01T12:12:51Z)

Manny Ramirez No Longer with the Dodgers, Headed to the White Sox

Manny Ramirez, now out-of-favor slugger will be shipped to the Chicago White Sox in a waiver deal Monday, according to multiple sources. In his last official act as a Dodger, he is kicked out while pinch ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-30T04:22:47Z)

Rumour mill churning ahead of Apple event

SAN FRANCISCO- Just one question is on many a gadget lover's mind in anticipation of Apple's media event today: What will superstar CEO Steve Jobs unveil? The only hint given in the invitation emailed to members of ... (Source: Toronto Star 2010-09-01T09:49:41Z)

Kim Jong-il gets aid offer from South Korea after coming up empty on China trip

In its first offer to North Korea since the sinking of the Cheonan Navy ship, South Korea has pledged billions of dollars in humanitarian aid to help North Korean flooding victims. Yonhap News Agency reported ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-09-01T12:41:29Z)

Couche-Tard Sweetens Offer For Casey's General Stores

(RTTNews) - Canadian convenience store operator Alimentation Couche-Tard, Inc. (ATD_A.TO: News ) on Wednesday sweetened its offer to acquire Iowa-based Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY: News ) to $38.50 per share. The ... (Source: RTT News 2010-09-01T12:34:20Z)

Islanders keep veteran captain Weight with 1-year deal

UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- The New York Islanders have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with team captain Doug Weight . Weight and will be playing his 20th NHL season, and his third the Islanders. Last year, the 39-year ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-31T19:02:04Z)

Amazon looking to launch own video streaming service

LOS ANGELES — Amazon.com Inc. (Nadaq: AMZN) is talking with major media companies about offering unlimited views of older TV shows and movies online, as it struggles to stay relevant to consumers flocking to Apple Inc ... (Source: Local Tech Wire 2010-09-01T10:54:07Z)

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