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Deals of the Hour / October 24, 2010, 12:39 am

Japan urges China to resume rare earths exports

hybrid car components and other high-tech products ... We need to maintain readiness of our defense forces so that we can effectively deal with any situation," Kan said in a speech at an army base near Tokyo. As anti-Japan rallies continued in Chinese ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-24T07:28:05Z)

Suns' newest additions talk about their stops before landing in Phoenix

I signed a one-year deal, so I was figuring I'd be there at least a whole year. I definitely think going there and playing for Coach (Scott) Skiles really helped me a lot, especially on the defensive end." - On finishing the season in Chicago: "It was a ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-24T07:28:05Z)

Five things we learned at UFC 121

Velasquez made good on Mendez's prognostication with a rousing first-round stoppage of Brock Lesnar . Originally, Mendez wanted the All ... I think Cain winning the title and holding the title is a big deal for the Latino market," UFC president Dana White ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-10-24T07:35:15Z)

Glorious Georgian in Glendora

The chauffeur's apartment sits above a two-car garage. The grounds, inspired by French and English gardens, feature roses, dozens of fruit trees and two koi ponds. At the rear of the 1.6 acres is an aviary, three children's playhouses and Glendora's first ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-24T07:28:05Z)

Bagwell will not return as Astros' hitting coach

I enjoyed my time as hitting coach a great deal. The players were great and I can't think of a better coaching staff to work with. They were outstanding. "At this point in time, I'm unable to commit to a full season of putting in the time that is necessary ... (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-10-24T07:35:15Z)

Group funding GOP campaigns had its origins backing tobacco

One local car dealer became so fed up with the attack ads that he recently bought a silent spot. In black text across a yellow screen, it reads: "28.7 Seconds of QUIET." (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-24T07:28:05Z)

The Pennsylvania story

but he didn't offer a plan to solve the nation's long-term fiscal problems. Toomey alleged that Obama's (and Sestak's) new healthcare law would lead to "government-run healthcare," but he didn't say what he would advocate instead. And the exchange ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-24T07:35:15Z)

Long-awaited concert 'The Wall' promises state-of-the-art spectacle and sound

The show's sheer scale -- including a floor stage used for the concert's second half -- rendered several thousand Palace seats unusable when tickets went on sale in May. "To wall yourself off from the audience is a weird concept, when you think about it ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-10-24T07:35:15Z)

HCG diet popular in Valley, but could be risky

And people who have shed weight on the controversial regimen offer testimonials, pointing to slimmer waistlines and smaller clothing sizes as proof that the diet works. But could there be a harmful side to what proponents hail as a miracle diet? (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-24T07:28:05Z)

Jimin Kang wins LPGA Malaysia

Thank you for taking the time to offer your thoughts. We have introduced a new commenting system called Disqus for our articles. This allows readers the option of signing in using their Facebook, Twitter, Disqus or existing MiamiHerald.com username and ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-24T07:28:05Z)

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