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Deals of the Hour / October 31, 2010, 10:40 am

Iran nuke offer raises few hopes

VIENNA Iran offered on Friday 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 16-month hiatus, was anticipated in the wake of an ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-10-30T02:27:29Z)

T-Mobile Matches Sprint's Samsung Tab Price, Undercuts Verizon

T-Mobile USA said it will sell the Samsung Electronics Co. Galaxy Tab tablet computer for as little as $399.99 with a two-year contract, matching an offer from Sprint Nextel Corp. and undercutting Verizon Wireless's price. T-Mobile, a unit of Deutsche ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-10-27T13:36:46Z)

Harry Mulisch

AMSTERDAM (AP) - Harry Mulisch, who turned his experiences as the son of a Jewish mother and a Nazi collaborator father into some of the Netherlands' most renowned works of fiction, has died at his home in Amsterdam. He was 83. Mulisch's 1982 novel "The ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-10-31T15:40:52Z)

T-Mobile Announces Samsung Galaxy Tab for November 10 at $399 On-Contract

Continuing the US carrier roll-out of the Samsung Galaxy Tab, T-Mobile has made theirs official for November 10th. If you recall, that is a day earlier than Verizon will be dropping the Tab for $599 off-contract, while Sprint will have it for $399 on a two ... (Source: Phandroid 2010-10-27T18:08:47Z)

Iran offers to hold talks with 6 nations over nukes

VIENNA — Iran offered Friday 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 in the wake ... (Source: New Haven Register 2010-10-30T11:24:21Z)

Samsung Galaxy Tab Coming to T-Mobile Nov. 10 for $400

T-Mobile will offer the Samsung Galaxy Tab starting Nov. 10 for $399.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate and two-year contract, the wireless provider announced Wednesday. T-Mobile said it will have a monthly rate plan for the Galaxy Tab, but did not reveal what ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-10-26T23:53:34Z)

'Snooki' Halloween costumes popular

TRENTON, N.J., Oct. 30 (UPI) -- One of the stars of cable television's "Jersey Shore" says the key component of a Halloween costume portraying the partier's lifestyle is the "hair." Costumes featuring the show's hard-partying stars are flying off the shelf ... (Source: United Press International 2010-10-30T16:53:38Z)

Thieves leave mark on Wichita Halloween attraction

What kind of monster makes off with props and property from a haunted Halloween attraction in a city park? That's what Wichita police and the operators of "Isle of Screams" want to know. "Isles of Screams: Lair of the Wolf" opened this October ... (Source: LJWORLD 2010-10-30T04:50:39Z)

No Knicks for Tony: Parker re-signs with Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — Tony Parker swore he didn't want to leave the Spurs, and he has a new contract to finally prove it. The Spurs signed Parker to a multiyear extension Saturday that preserves their three-time NBA champion core of Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili ... (Source: New York Post 2010-10-31T15:55:11Z)

Iraq's Shi'ite politicians turn down Saudi offer

RIYADH (Reuters) – Iraq's Shi'ite alliance turned down a Saudi Arabian offer on Saturday to host all-party talks to resolve months of political stalemate because it said it was confident a deal could be struck in Baghdad on a new government. Iraq has ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-10-31T08:52:51Z)

Iran to discuss nuclear program with 6 nations

Iran offered on Friday 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 16-month hiatus, was anticipated in the wake of an invitation ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-10-30T09:58:27Z)

Odd happenings occur near Halloween

CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio (AP) - Safety concerns cut short an annual pumpkin smash-and-slide staged by students at an Ohio high school. In a tradition going back to 1969, juniors and seniors from Chagrin Falls High School near Cleveland take pumpkins to the top ... (Source: Fort Madison Daily Democrat 2010-10-29T17:16:18Z)

Jersey Shore Cast Reveals What They Will be for Halloween

Halloween is this Sunday and this year the most popular costumes are Snooki of Jersey Shore and mega star Lady Gaga. What will the stars be for Halloween this year? People caught up with Snooki and Pauly D of the hit show where they revealed their costume ... (Source: The Celebrity Cafe.com 2010-10-30T15:06:16Z)

Dutch author Harry Mulisch dies

Harry Mulisch, who turned his experiences as the son of a Jewish mother and a Nazi collaborator father into some of the Netherlands' most renowned works of fiction, has died of cancer at his home in Amsterdam aged 83. Mulisch's 1982 novel "The Assault" in ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-31T14:00:39Z)

DeKalb Police Offer Answers in NIU Case

DeKalb Police will finally give some answers, Tuesday, about why they've been so quiet in the death investigation of missing Northern Illinois University freshman, Antinette "Toni" Keller. The DeKalb County State's Attorney will join DeKalb Police Chief ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-26T13:09:19Z)

Police: Iraqis held hostage in Baghdad church

BAGHDAD -- Iraqi police say gunmen are holding as many as 10 people hostage in a church in central Baghdad. Officials say two policemen have been killed and eight people wounded in the violence, which began with a grenade attack on the stock exchange. The ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-31T16:45:18Z)

Odds & Ends

While I found the doomsday attitude from pundits after the Cliff Lee loss to be absurd, it should appear even more so after last night. Does it help to have great front of the line starting pitching? Sure. Is it crucial? Not really. We're working with such ... (Source: Viva El Birdos 2010-10-31T14:22:08Z)

DeKalb man held on $5M bail in NIU student death

October 30, 2010 (DEKALB, Ill.) -- A 34-year-old Illinois man is in custody on $5 million bail in the slaying of Northern Illinois University freshman Antinette "Toni" Keller. William Curl of DeKalb is charged with first-degree murder , criminal sexual ... (Source: KABC 2010-10-30T17:58:04Z)

Thieves hit Halloween attraction

WICHITA — What kind of monster makes off with props and property from a haunted Halloween attraction in a city park? That's what Wichita police and the operators of "Isle of Screams" want to know. "Isles of Screams: Lair of the Wolf" opened this October ... (Source: Topeka Capital-Journal 2010-10-30T13:40:22Z)

Official: Saudi initiative complicates Iraqi talks

The Iraqi prime minister's Shiite-dominated coalition on Sunday rebuffed a Saudi initiative aimed at breaking Baghdad's political deadlock, saying it complicates efforts to form a new government. A Sunni-backed political coalition led by Ayad Allawi ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-31T16:02:21Z)

justin Bieber Halloween costume

Bieber fever has taken the world by storm. Here are just a handful of of facts you may nicely not know about the 16-yr-old phenom. Justin grew up in Stratford, Ontario, a small town with a population of 30,000 that's recognized for its culture. The ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-10-19T11:08:46Z)

Halloween attraction in Wichita wrecked

WICHITA | What kind of monster makes off with props and property from a haunted Halloween attraction in a city park? That's what Wichita police and the operators of "Isles of Screams" want to know. "Isles of Screams: Lair of the Wolf" opened this ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-10-30T04:14:52Z)

Spurs Ink Star Guard Tony Parker To $50M Deal

San Antonio, TX, United States (AHN) - The San Antonio Spurs locked up Tony Parker Saturday night, signing the All-Star point guard to a four-year contract extension reportedly worth almost $50 million. The 28-year-old Parker will continue to play with the ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-10-31T15:05:05Z)

Lopez proving to be the Giants' best pick up

ARLINGTON, Texas — Giants manager Bruce Bochy said it with a straight face. Javier Lopez, he insists, is the team's most important in-season acquisition. Not Cody Ross of "Ross the Boss" Fame (Not to be confused with Tony Danza in "Who's The Boss?"). Not ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-10-31T06:58:19Z)

Unmanned fire engine rolls into home

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A parked Spokane Fire Department engine with nobody at the wheel rolled into a home where firefighters were making an aid call. Fire Chief Bobby Williams said the truck had been parked about 100 yards from the home Wednesday night ... (Source: The Spokesman-Review 2010-10-29T15:00:17Z)

Report: Dutch write Harry Mulisch, author of "The Discovery of Heaven, dies of cancer aged 83

AMSTERDAM - Harry Mulisch, who turned his experiences as the son of a Jewish mother and a Nazi collaborator into some of the Netherlands' most renowned works of fiction, has died. The state broadcaster NOS says he was 83 and had cancer. Mulisch was known ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-31T16:23:49Z)

Cards/White Sox talking Rasmus/Quentin deal?

According to the Chicago Sun-Times' Joe Cowley, White Sox GM Kenny Williams will target disgruntled outfielder Colby Rasmus this winter and might offer the Cardinals a package centered around Carlos Quentin. Cowley's source says Cardinals scouts were ... (Source: NBC Sports 2010-10-30T13:11:44Z)

Unmanned Spokane fire engine rolls into home where firefighters were making an aid call

SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A parked Spokane Fire Department engine with nobody at the wheel rolled into a home where firefighters were making an aid call. Fire Chief Bobby Williams said the truck had been parked about 100 yards from the home Wednesday night ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-10-28T19:04:52Z)

Keller Murder Suspect Held on $5 Million Bond

The man charged with killing an Northern Illinois University student will have to come up with big bucks in order to get out of jail. William "Billy" Curl, 34, of DeKalb, appeared in court Saturday morning after he was extradited back to Illinois on ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-30T22:44:24Z)

Spurs' Tony Parker signs new contract

SAN ANTONIO -- San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker has signed a multiyear extension, preserving San Antonio's Big Three at least through next season. The Spurs announced the deal with their star point guard on Saturday. Terms were not disclosed. Parker ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-30T17:07:57Z)

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