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Deals of the Hour / October 16, 2010, 4:39 am

Aberdeen University scientists discover rare fish

A new species of fish has been discovered by scientists from Aberdeen in the South East Pacific Ocean. The new type of snailfish, pictured, was found living at a depth of 22,966ft (7,000m) in the Peru-Chile trench. Mass groupings of cusk-eels and large ... (Source: Scotsman 2010-10-14T14:49:27Z)

FX tensions mount ahead of Fed's Bernanke

Verbal jousting from policymakers has intensified in the run-up to a meeting of Group of 20 finance ministers in South Korea next week and a leaders' summit in Seoul on November 11-12. The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warned ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-14T22:34:44Z)

Allure Medical Spa to offer FDA approved Coolsculpting by Zeltiq for non-invasive fat reduction

Allure Medical Spa, first in Michigan with the new FDA approved Coolsculpting™ by Zeltiq. Great news for men and women dealing with exercise and diet-resistant fat in areas like the tummy, love handles and back rolls! Allure Medical Spa of Shelby ... (Source: News-Medical.Net 2010-10-15T04:18:20Z)

WRAPUP 1-Japan questions S.Korea G20 leadership over FX

By Stanley White TOKYO, Oct 13 (Reuters) - Japan went on the offensive as currency tensions escalated, charging on Wednesday that South Korea's leadership of the G20 could be called into question because of Seoul's regular intervention to stem the won's ... (Source: CNBC 2010-10-13T04:35:01Z)

Morning Joe Now at Boston Market

[2010-10-15] Keurig, Incorporated, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc., and the fast-casual chain Boston Market today announced the new distribution of Keurig's gourmet single-cup coffee brewing systems in more than 400 Boston Market locations nationwide ... (Source: QSR magazine 2010-10-15T19:27:26Z)

CoolSculpting™ -Zeltiq Debuts in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Dr. Steven Ringler of the Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery is first plastic surgeon in Michigan to offer the new, FDA approved, non-surgical alternative to liposuction (PRWEB) October 15, 2010 -- For those who thought liposuction was the only ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-10-15T07:17:17Z)

Boston Market is First Fast Casual Chain to Offer Keurig Brewing System

READING, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Keurig, Incorporated, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMCR - News ) and the fast casual chain Boston Market today announced the new distribution of Keurig's gourmet single-cup coffee brewing systems in more ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-10-15T19:34:36Z)

Dealer to Make Good on Car Offer in Exchange For Cancelling Quran Burning

Car dealer Brad Benson made the offer in one of his dealership's quirky radio ads, which focus more on current events than cars. But he was surprised when a representative for Jones called to collect the 2011 Hyundai Accent, which retails for $14,200 ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-10-16T09:32:07Z)

Michele Obama *** Volates Election Law *** Electioneering *** Campaigns INSIDE Polling Place ***

First lady Michelle Obama appears to have violated Illinois law -- when she engaged in political discussion at a polling place! The drama began after Mrs. Obama stopped off at the Martin Luther King Center on the south side of Chicago to cast an early vote ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-10-14T22:34:44Z)

Dave Bing visits alma mater for Pistons game

Basketball Hall of Famer Dave Bing left Detroit City Hall and returned to Syracuse University. Spokeswoman Karen Dumas said early Friday that the Detroit mayor agreed to toss up the ceremonial jump ball before Friday night's exhibition game between the ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-10-16T08:42:00Z)

Deepwater expedition finds new fish species in Pacific trench

Wellington - Scientists have found a new species of fish 7 kilometres below the surface of the Pacific Ocean off South America, according to a report released on Friday. A team of marine biologists from New Zealand, Japan and Britain found a high diversity ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-10-15T07:45:55Z)

N.Korea leader's oldest son says opposes dynastic succession

The oldest son of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il says he is opposed to the idea of dynastic succession in his country but wishes the best for his brother who has been chosen by their father as heir. Kim Jong-nam, who is known to live in China and Macau ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-12T06:09:16Z)

Florida pastor getting car for canceling Quran burning

South Brunswick, N.J. — A New Jersey car dealer plans to keep his word after offering Florida pastor Terry Jones a new car if he promised to not burn a Quran. Car dealer Brad Benson made the offer in one of his dealership's quirky radio ads, which focus ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-10-16T04:52:56Z)

Bleed Orange, Think Green

From tailgating events to the Carrier Dome stands, Orange football fans can help lead Syracuse University to a 'green' victory this Saturday. SU will be participating in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 'Game Day Challenge,' a ... (Source: SUAthletics.com 2010-10-15T21:50:36Z)

Japan questions South Korea G20 leadership over FX

Japan called into question on Wednesday South Korea's leadership of the Group of 20 forum because of Seoul's interventions to stem the won's rise and insisted its own currency action was qualitatively different. The remarks by Japan's finance minister ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-13T11:37:22Z)

Butler opens season with little fanfare at private practice

INDIANAPOLIS — Butler doesn't want television cameras, large crowds or hype. So the national runner-ups are going under cover for their opening practice. Players and coaches boarded a team bus in the afternoon and drove about 25 miles south of ... (Source: USA Today 2010-10-16T04:45:47Z)

North Korea Threatens to Attack if South Resumes Propaganda

SEOUL, South Korea — In the first aggressive threat by North Korea since a new leadership hierarchy was announced last month , the North vowed to attack South Korea if the South resumed a propaganda war along their border, the North's official Korean ... (Source: New York Times 2010-10-16T02:51:15Z)

Ahmadinejad comes to Israel's doorstep in Lebanon

Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 | 12:21 a.m. Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad came to the doorstep of his archenemy Israel Thursday, telling thousands of Hezbollah supporters in a Lebanese border town he was proud of their struggle as Israeli helicopters ... (Source: Las Vegas Sun 2010-10-16T07:37:35Z)

Keurig, Green Mountain Coffee and Boston Market Announce Move to Bring Gourmet, Single ...

Keurig, Incorporated, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (NASDAQ. GMCR) and the fast casual chain Boston Market today announced the new distribution of Keurig's gourmet single-cup coffee brewing systems in more than 400 Boston Market locations ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-10-15T19:05:58Z)

N. Korea salutes leader, heir

PYONGYANG, North Korea -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Il presided over a military parade Sunday alongside his youngest son and heir apparent in a massive coming out party for the newly anointed and still-mysterious young man. Kim Jong Eun, thought to be ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-10-11T08:26:28Z)

Southeastern Michigan Gets First Ever FDA Approved Device That Destroys Fat Cells ...

SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Mich. , Oct 14 -- Allure Medical Spa, first in Michigan with the new FDA approved Coolsculpting? by Zeltiq. Great news for men and women dealing with exercise and diet-resistant fat in areas like the tummy, love handles and back rolls ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-10-14T20:47:22Z)

Iran's Ahmadinejad arrives in south Lebanon town

BINT JBEIL, Lebanon Oct 14 (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad arrived in the south Lebanese town of Bint Jbeil on Thursday, close to the border with Israel, a state he has said should be wiped from the map. Thousands of people gathered in a ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-14T14:49:27Z)

Butler to open new season with private practice

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Butler doesn't want television cameras, large crowds or hype. So the national runner-ups are going under cover for their opening practice. Players and coaches boarded a team bus in the afternoon and drove about 25 miles south of ... (Source: 22 WSBT 2010-10-16T02:58:24Z)

Ahmadinejad in south Lebanon on Israel's border

B INT JBEIL, Lebanon — Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is speaking at a rally in a southern Lebanese village along the border with his archenemy Israel . The U.S. and Israel have called his trip intentionally provocative. Ahmadinejad arrived ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-15T04:04:01Z)

Michelle Obama votes at Martin Luther King Center. Pool report

Pool report by Abdon M. Pallasch, Chicago Sun-Times: First Lady Michelle Obama early-voted in Chicago Thursday morning. Just after 9 a.m. she entered the Martin Luther King Center on the South Side and was the first early voter of the day. "I think that's ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times (blog) 2010-10-14T16:36:49Z)

Prayer Circles and Polling Places

Mrs. Obama, aka Barack's "secret weapon," is on the campaign trail. Thus far, America's First Lady is doing one helluva bang-up job. In an effort to gain momentum, the Democrat Party's " closer " has drawn public attention to alternative ... (Source: American Thinker 2010-10-16T06:26:00Z)

New fish species discovered in deep Peru-Chile trench

The new species of snailfish found 23,000 feet below the surface of the Pacific. (Photo: The Press and Journal) Cusk-eels are photographed for the first time several miles down in the Pacific. (Photo: The Press and Journal) A new species of snailfish ... (Source: Living in Peru 2010-10-15T15:02:35Z)

New Jersey car dealer making good on promise of free car for canceled Quran burning

SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Car dealer Brad Benson made the pitch to Florida pastor Terry Jones in one of his quirky radio ads: If you don't burn a Quran, I'll give you a new car. He was surprised, though, when a representative for Jones called to collect the 2011 ... (Source: Atlantic City Press 2010-10-16T11:19:29Z)

Meyer's Mailbag: Who's looking good in 2012?

Jerry Meyer is the national basketball recruiting analyst for Rivals.com. He tackles your questions in his weekly mailbag feature. Outside of the three committed prospects from the top 50, 16 other prospects in the 2012 Rivals150 have committed. Two Big ... (Source: CardinalSports.com (subscription) 2010-10-14T22:27:35Z)

And when it was over, after the tough Orange had knocked off South Florida, the big man nearly cried

Tampa, Fla. -- After being pushed up against a cinder-block wall late Saturday afternoon and seeing the cameras and lights that would be aimed at him, Doug Marrone muttered that he felt as if he'd just been arrested. He hadn't, of course. He'd merely ... (Source: Syracuse Post-Standard 2010-10-10T08:56:17Z)

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