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Deals of the Hour / October 30, 2010, 4:40 pm

Funniest signs and images from the Jon Stewart / Stephen Colbert rally

Comedian Jon Stewart, left, welcomes comedian Stephen Colbert to the Rally To Restore Sanity And/Or Fear on Saturday afternoon on the National Mall. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) Musicians (backed by funk group the Roots) and celebrities mocked a ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-30T23:13:02Z)

Nebraska's Martinez leaves game

Nebraska quarterback Taylor Martinez didn't start the third quarter against Missouri on Saturday after limping off the field at halftime. The freshman suffered an apparent leg injury late in the second quarter but finished the first half before being ... (Source: Idaho Statesman 2010-10-30T22:58:43Z)

A nuclear offer Iran can't refuse?

The United States and its allies are reportedly preparing a new offer to dissuade Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. Much has changed since a year ago, when the international community made its last offer. Or has it? Once again, the United States and ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2010-10-28T19:47:49Z)

S.F. Does Not Fear the Beard as a Halloween Costume

You already know that beard-wearing is at an all-time high because of the San Francisco Giants' playoff run . But as Halloween weekend kicks in, those beards will really start coming out. Brian Wilson has now taken his place as the Bay Area's top Halloween ... (Source: NBC Bay Area 2010-10-30T00:54:26Z)

'Welcome to the Rileys' premiere: Kristen Stewart survives another red carpet

Good news: Kristen Stewart 's "Welcome to the Rileys" pole-dancing bruises were long gone by Monday, when she rocked an extremely short Valentino number on the red carpet at the film's New York premiere. KStew plays a stripper and prostitute in the film ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-19T18:32:35Z)

State election contests offer clear choices

Voters will decide several hotly contested statewide races on Tuesday, November 2. Polls in all towns open at 7 am and close at 8 pm. Following are brief sketches of the candidates for state office, based on campaign literature, published interviews, and ... (Source: Martha's Vineyard Times 2010-10-27T22:40:48Z)

Iran accepts offer to reopen nuclear talks

VIENNA — Iran offered yesterday to negotiate with six world powers about its disputed nuclear program, in a new bid to end growing concern that it could be used to produce weapons. The move, following a hiatus of more than a year, was anticipated after ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-30T09:01:11Z)

Canada Must Heed Saskatchewan on BHP's Potash Bid, Martin Says

Oct. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Former Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin said BHP Billiton Ltd.'s $40 billion hostile offer for Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. needs careful scrutiny after the provincial government objected to the sale. "The government of ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-27T16:57:12Z)

Fortinet seen weighing IBM buyout offer

Fortinet Inc. is reportedly weighing its options after getting a buyout offer from International Business Machines Corp. Bloomberg cited information from unnamed sources who said Fortinet is working with Morgan Stanley on its strategic options. The ... (Source: Birmingham Business Journal 2010-10-30T17:50:54Z)

Europe Iran oil imports twice as 2008'

Despite U.S. push to choke off Iran's energy sector, Europe's imports of Iranian crude is double the amount in 2008, an American magazine reports. In a report, the Time magazine said that although the United States was pushing its European allies into ... (Source: Tehran Times 2010-10-30T20:42:42Z)

Missouri 17, Nebraska 31

Lincoln, NE (Sports Network) - Roy Helu Jr. ran for a single-game school- record 307 yards and three touchdowns on 28 carries, as 14th-ranked Nebraska downed No. 7 Missouri, 31-17, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska quarterback Taylor Martinez didn't start the ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-10-30T23:05:52Z)

Steve Kampfer, Brian McGrattan Among Providence Bruins Looking For Win Against Albany Devils

The Providence Bruins (2-3-0-1, 5 PTS, 6th Atlantic) host the Albany Devils (4-2-0-0, 8 PTS, 4th East) this evening at the Dunkin' Donuts Center for the teams' first of just two regular season meetings in 2010-11. The P-Bruins and Devils face-off again ... (Source: NESN.com 2010-10-29T20:15:15Z)

George W. Bush book tour to offer new read on his legacy

When former President George W. Bush trades his silence for the limelight of a book tour in the coming weeks, he surely won't be the only one reassessing his presidency. But as political pundits scurry for the latest opinion polls, few have taken stock of ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-10-26T11:29:06Z)

Late-night comics happy to joke about Barack Obama

N EW YORK — Late-night comics are over any initial reluctance to make President Barack Obama the butt of their jokes. The Center for Media and Public Affairs found that Obama was the most joked-about political figure this year through Labor Day. The ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-30T22:01:27Z)

Jon Stewart Says Press, Politicians Create Extremism

Oct. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Comedy Central television hosts Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert criticized the media at their "Rally to Restore Sanity And/Or Fear" in Washington, blaming the press and politicians for creating a political atmosphere dominated by ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-30T22:51:33Z)

Bloomberg: IBM In Advanced Talks To Buy Fortinet

(RTTNews) - Technology giant International Business Machines Corp (IBM: News ) in advanced discussions to buy network security solutions provider Fortinet Inc (FTNT: News ), Bloomberg reported, citing people close to the situation. The report said that ... (Source: RTT News 2010-10-30T08:54:02Z)

Cove-eted seats: Experiencing the World Series from McCovey Cove

SAN FRANCISCO -- They said it shouldn't be done. Too cold. Too crowded. Too much trouble. Naysayers behind us, we set sail from a dock in Emeryville for McCovey Cove early Wednesday evening for the first game of the World Series, where our friends Greg and ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-10-30T15:56:22Z)

No. 14 Nebraska hands No. 7 Mizzou 1st loss, 31-17

LINCOLN, Neb. — Roy Helu Jr. rushed for a school-record 307 yards, and No. 14 Nebraska knocked No. 7 Missouri from the ranks of the unbeatens with a 31-17 victory Saturday. The Cornhuskers (7-1, 3-1 Big 12) held off the Tigers after building a 24-0 lead ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-10-30T23:13:02Z)

IBM in merger talks with security co

NEW YORK: Fortinet Inc, a maker of network- security systems, got a takeover approach from International Business Machines Corp, said two people close to the situation. The discussions with IBM may be at an advanced stage, according to one of the people ... (Source: Times of India 2010-10-30T09:08:21Z)

Saskatchewan Said to Reject BHP Proposal on Infrastructure

Oct. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Saskatchewan rejected an offer of C$370 million ($358 million) of infrastructure investment from BHP Billiton Ltd., which is trying to win support for its $40 billion bid for Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc., according to an e-mail ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-20T02:25:02Z)

Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Bring the Sanity (and Fear!) to D.C.

Sanity has been restored! Or fear has been instilled. Or, um, something happened today in Washington, D.C. With election day just around the corner, Jon Stewart squared off with Stephen Colbert in front of thousands (or as Stewart ballparked it: "10 ... (Source: Entertainment Online 2010-10-30T21:39:58Z)

Kristen Stewart detours from 'Twilight' to a different kind of drama in 'Welcome to the Rileys'

What seems to worry Stewart most about all the scrutiny, though, is that it could take away from her reputation as an actress with actual talent. It was her performance in "Into the Wild," before "Twilight" even came out, that convinced director Jake Scott ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-27T19:34:41Z)

After Election, Obama to Flee US

Barack Obama is fleeing the United States after the Republican landslide. But hold the excitement conservatives. It's only temporary. Winners might go to Disneyland. But defeated presidents seemingly favor Asia. Bill Clinton fled to Asia not long after ... (Source: RealClearPolitics 2010-10-30T22:08:36Z)

Brian McGrattan Assigned to P-Bruins for Conditioning

Providence, RI - The Providence Bruins, entering their 19th season in the American Hockey League, today announced that the National Hockey League's Boston Bruins have assigned forward Brian McGrattan to Providence for conditioning. The P-Bruins have three ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-10-29T16:47:40Z)

Brian McGrattan assigned to Providence

PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- The Boston Bruins have assigned forward Brian McGrattan to Providence for a three-game conditioning stint. He is scheduled to play all three games for the P-Bruins this weekend, and he said he's excited for the opportunity to play in ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-29T17:52:05Z)

ENDORSEMENT: Martha Coakley for state attorney general

Throughout this election season we have lauded would-be citizen legislators whose frustrations with the status quo have led them to stand for office. We admire that quality in Republican James McKenna. When he saw that nobody was stepping up to challenge ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-10-30T08:25:24Z)

The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations and the Aboriginal Potash Group Look to ...

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN -- (Marketwire) -- 10/29/10 -- The Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (the "FSIN") and the Aboriginal Potash Group ("IPG") announces that it has filed notice with Industry Canada regarding the duty of the Federal Government ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-10-29T22:59:54Z)

Kristen Stewart's 'Rileys' Director Compares Her To Meryl Streep

At the film's red-carpet premiere in Tribeca on Monday night, Scott continued to hit on those same themes of unvarnished emotionality, comparing KStew to one of the most critically lauded and emotionally expressive actresses in Hollywood. "That's like ... (Source: MTV 2010-10-20T18:02:46Z)

Attorney general race déjà vu all over again

Not only does Attorney General Martha Coakley have to live down a nationally noted election defeat early this year, now she's also battling for a second term as the state's top cop. Her opponent in Tuesday's election is first-time political candidate Jim ... (Source: Cape Cod Times 2010-10-30T06:02:14Z)

Mac McDonald: Giants' black and orange are perfect treat for Halloween weekend

So, what are you dressing as this Halloween? Brian "Fear the Beard" Wilson? Cody "Ross is Boss" Ross? Aubrey "Huff Daddy" Huff? Bruce "Big Noggin" Bochy? Buster "The Whiz Kid" Posey? Sorry, I've got the San Francisco Giants on the brain these days, and ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-10-29T13:20:05Z)

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