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Deals of the Hour / October 14, 2010, 6:41 pm

The list of miners: 22 rescued, 13 wait in Chile

Freed after 69 days away from their loved ones, some of the miners at the San José de Copiapó mine in Chile said they will be making some important changes. A few companies and wealthy people moved by their story of survival promised to help them. Some ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-13T20:12:45Z)

Chile rescued miners long to reunite with families

SAN JOSE MINE, Chile — Chile's 33 rescued miners posed with the president and were poked by doctors on Thursday, itching to reunite with families and sleep in their own beds for the first time since a cave-in nearly killed them on Aug. 5. Relatives were ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-10-15T00:14:57Z)

White House to be 'Pink House' Thursday night

(AP) WASHINGTON - The White House is becoming the "Pink House" in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. President Barack Obama announced via Twitter that the building will be bathed in pink light Thursday, just for one night. The American ... (Source: WHEC TV-10 2010-10-14T20:40:12Z)

Obama hails rescue of Chilean miners

U.S. President Barack Obama on Thursday called Chilean President Sebastian Pinera to congratulate him and the Chilean government on the "historic rescue" Wednesday of the 33 miners trapped under more than 2,000 feet (700 meters) of rock since August 5 ... (Source: People's Daily Online 2010-10-15T01:12:13Z)

White House becomes 'Pink House' for a night

(AP) WASHINGTON - The White House became the "Pink House" Thursday night for breast cancer awareness. President Barack Obama announced via Twitter earlier in the day that the building will be bathed in pink light Thursday, just for one night. Obama signed ... (Source: WNYT 2010-10-15T00:14:57Z)

British judge's ruling overrides Dallas restraining order halting sale of Tom Hicks-owned Liverpool ...

LONDON – A British judge has granted an injunction against Liverpool owners that could clear the way for the club's sale to the parent company of the Boston Red Sox. High Court Judge Christopher Floyd issued an order Thursday against the legal action ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-10-14T17:05:27Z)

Rescued miners OK in hospital, preparing for onslaught of attention as Chile impresses world

SAN JOSE MINE, Chile - Chile's 33 rescued miners posed with the president and were poked by doctors on Thursday, itching to reunite with families and sleep in their own beds for the first time since a cave-in nearly killed them on Aug. 5. Relatives were ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-14T15:46:43Z)

Rep. Bishop, challenger Keown clash in Ga. debate

THOMASVILLE, Ga. (AP) — The two congressional candidates in a competitive southwest Georgia race sparred at a debate Tuesday night over ethics, taxes and the policies of the Obama administration. Republican Mike Keown assailed Democratic U.S. Rep ... (Source: Times Union 2010-10-13T02:47:39Z)

Brett Favre: After apology, interception seals Vikings' loss

When we last left Brett Favre, he'd apologized to his Minnesota Vikings teammates in an emotional speech for becoming a distraction as they prepared to play the New York Jets on Favre's favorite stage, "Monday Night Football." Then, he went out and nearly ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-12T11:45:42Z)

LeBron James leaves Miami Heat game, walks to locker room

MIAMI -- There wasn't just a hush but an audible gasp from the fans at AmericanAirlines Arena when LeBron James went limping right from the floor to the Heat locker room Tuesday night. Grasping the back of his right leg much like teammate Dwyane Wade did a ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-13T04:20:42Z)

LeBron James says he only suffered hamstring cramp

LeBron James gave Miami Heat fans a scare Tuesday night when he left an exhibition game after grabbing at his right hamstring in obvious discomfort. Turns out James only suffered a cramp in the hamstring, but fans understandably were concerned that he ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-10-13T01:50:23Z)

For a night, White House becomes 'Pink House' for breast cancer awareness

WASHINGTON — The White House became the "Pink House" Thursday night for breast cancer awareness. President Barack Obama announced via Twitter earlier in the day that the building will be bathed in pink light Thursday, just for one night. Obama signed a ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-10-15T01:19:23Z)

Chilean miners try to adjust to freedom and fame

COPIAPO, Chile — The Chilean miners began their unfamiliar new lives as national heroes Thursday and got a taste of what awaits them outside the hospital doors — a deluge of TV producers, writers and even soccer teams all desperate for a piece of their ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-10-15T00:50:45Z)

New York Jets hold off Minnesota Vikings

Brett Favre nearly led the Minnesota Vikings back with a milestone night, but Dwight Lowery returned an interception 26 yards for a touchdown with 1:30 left as the New York Jets won 29-20 on Monday in East Rutherford, N.J. Nick Folk kicked five field goals ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-10-12T05:26:19Z)

Chile miners: The roster of the rescued at Chilean mine [UPDATED]

The 33 miners trapped in Chile are being brought to the surface one at a time in a special capsule. They  wore dark glasses to protect against the first bright light they had seen in 69 days. The first to be rescued are: 1. Florencio Avalos , 31, the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-14T01:34:53Z)

Bishop Poll Shows Comfortable Lead in Georgia

MACON, Ga. — Rep. Sanford Bishop's campaign released a survey Thursday that showed the Georgia Democrat with a double-digit lead, one day after Republican Mike Keown circulated a two-week-old poll that showed the race to be a dead heat. Bishop led ... (Source: Roll Call Online 2010-10-14T21:58:57Z)

Bc-Ga--Georgia Election Coverage,Advisory,

EDITORS: Here are AP's plans for covering the Nov. 2 general election in Georgia. This plan includes details of stories you can expect on election night, upcoming enterprise and debate coverage. This advisory will be updated weekly. If you have questions ... (Source: WNCT 2010-10-06T20:06:44Z)

Liverpool accuses owners of trickery to stop sale

LONDON (AP) - Liverpool's chairman has accused the Premier League club's American owners of "trying every trick" to halt the sale to the owners of the Boston Red Sox. A Texas court granted co-owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr. a temporary restraining ... (Source: Washington Times 2010-10-15T01:12:13Z)

Chile miners start new lives, adjust to freedom

The Chilean miners began their unfamiliar new lives as national heroes Thursday and got a taste of what awaits them outside the hospital doors — a swarm of reporters, TV producers, publicity agents and even soccer teams all desperate for a piece of their ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-15T01:05:04Z)

LeBron James leaves game with cramp as Miami Heat tops CSKA Moscow

Another night, another hamstring scare for Miami's Big Three. LeBron James left the Heat's 96-85 exhibition win against CSKA Moscow in the third quarter, clutching his right upper leg and grimacing as he walked to the locker room Tuesday night. The good ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-13T04:27:52Z)

Rewards for Miners Rescued in Chile

SAN JOSÉ MINE, Chile — The lucky ones now have more than $10,000 in the bank and a free vacation in Greece awaiting them. But for the moment, many of the family members of the 33 miners trapped under the hard volcanic rock here for more than two months ... (Source: New York Times 2010-10-15T01:19:23Z)

London court rules against American owners in fight over sale of Liverpool

LONDON - A British judge has granted an injunction against Liverpool owners that could clear the way for the club's sale to the parent company of the Boston Red Sox. High Court Judge Christopher Floyd issued an order Thursday against the legal action taken ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-14T16:36:49Z)

LeBron James leaves Heat exhibition against CSKA Moscow, limping on way to locker room

The Associated Press MIAMI - LeBron James left the Miami Heat exhibition game against CSKA Moscow on Tuesday night after grabbing at his right hamstring in obvious discomfort. The Heat said James was cramping, and his return to the game was uncertain ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-10-13T04:13:33Z)

Chile Miners Update: 18 Freed, 15 To Go (Video)

Rescuers in Chile hoisted the 18th miner to the surface Wednesday, 15 hours into the rescue of 33 men trapped for months more than 2,000-feet underground. After rescuers performed maintenance on the capsule, Esteban Rojas, a carrier pigeon handler who was ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-10-13T19:36:58Z)

Chilean miner bios: ex-soldier, Elvis fan, diabetic

In order, the men pulled from the San Jose mine in Chile, with some details on each: No. 1 — 12:04 a.m.: Florencio Avalos, 31, the second-in-command of the miners, was chosen to be first because he was in the best condition, and best able to deal with ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-10-14T00:37:37Z)

Belinelli scores 19 to left Hornets to a 90-76 win over the Miami Heat

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Marco Belinelli scored eight of his 19 points in the fourth quarter and the New Orleans Hornets beat the injury-depleted Miami Heat 90-76 on Wednesday night for their first preseason win. Already without Dwyane Wade because of his ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-14T02:46:28Z)

Favre fails for Vikings' backers

Brett Favre put an exclamation point on the most awkward week of his career when he threw an interception to end Minnesota's comeback chances against the New York Jets on Monday night. Whether allegations that Favre sent inappropriate messages to a former ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-10-14T16:51:08Z)

All 33 Chilean miners pulled to safety

SAN JOSE MINE, Chile -- The last of the Chilean miners, the foreman who held them together when they were feared lost, was raised from the depths of the earth Wednesday night -- a joyous ending to a 69-day ordeal that riveted the world. No one has ever ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-10-14T15:32:24Z)

Chile's 33 Rescued Miners Trying to Juggle Media, Freedom, Acclimation

COPIAPO, Chile | The Chilean miners began their unfamiliar new lives as national heroes Thursday and got a taste of what awaits them outside the hospital doors - a deluge of TV producers, writers and even soccer teams all desperate for a piece of their ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-10-15T00:57:54Z)

LeBron James leaves game with muscle cramps

Miami Heat guard LeBron James left Tuesday night's preseason game against CSKA Moscow with muscle cramps. James hobbled off the court with 3:51 left in the third quarter. He was taken to the locker room. James had 22 points, seven assists and four rebounds ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-10-13T01:43:13Z)

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