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Deals of the Hour / November 1, 2010, 6:40 pm

Injury update: Steven Jackson ready for action

St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson had surgery for a broken ring finger on his left hand Monday. No big deal, he says, since he usually carries the ball in his right hand. Jackson said Thursday that he will play Sunday against the Carolina Panthers ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-10-29T00:34:08Z)

John Mayer? Jake Gyllenhaal? Ellen DeGeneres Does Her Best to Break Taylor Swift

Oh, that Taylor Swift . So annoyingly coy! She puts her love life out for the world to speculate on (and bop to in the privacy of their own cars), and then flat out refuses to confirm whether or not she's dating Jake Gyllenhaal or penned "Dear John" about ... (Source: Entertainment Online 2010-10-29T15:28:55Z)

Vietnam, Japan boost strategic partnership

At the invitation of H.E. Mr. Nguyen Tan Dung, Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, H.E. Naoto Kan, Prime Minister of Japan, paid an official visit to Vietnam from October 30 to 31, 2010, following the ASEAN related Summit meetings held in ... (Source: NhanDan Online 2010-11-01T08:15:52Z)

Where To Watch Hard Fight NFL Houston vs Indianapolis Live S

Watch here http://Watchnfl.tv/ Houston Texans vs Indianapolis Colts Live Stream Online NFL Football 2010. Houston Texans vs Indianapolis Colts Live Stream Online Will Hold on 08:30 PM ET. Monday, November 1, 2010 at Lucas Oil Stadium . Don't miss to Watch ... (Source: Salon 2010-10-30T23:55:59Z)

Is Swift's 'Dear John' really Mayer?

A new Taylor Swift song called "Dear John" has fans wondering if it's about her friend John Mayer. The 20-year-old, known for frank lyrics addressing her love life, sings, "Don't you think I was too young to be messed with?" And later: "Maybe it's you and ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-10-20T09:05:54Z)

Elliott to sign with Wellington Phoenix today

New Zealand international Simon Elliott will today sign a short-term deal with A-League club Wellington Phoenix . The 36-year old midfielder has been a free agent since he was waived by MLS outfit San Jose Earthquakes at the beginning of the 2010 season ... (Source: Tribal Football 2010-10-31T20:12:53Z)

Sports Briefs: Roy leads Blazers to win over Knicks

NEW YORK -- Brandon Roy scored 29 points, LaMarcus Aldridge added 20 and the unbeaten Portland Trail Blazers rallied to spoil the New York Knicks' home opener Saturday night with a 100-95 victory. Andre Miller had 19 points and 10 assists for the Trail ... (Source: World Link 2010-11-01T17:12:44Z)

Group files suit against Fall River over land sale deal with Mashpee Wampanoag tribe

Since Mayor Will Flanagan announced his resort casino deal with the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe in May, questions and criticisms levied have been a matter of opinion. Tuesday at 2 p.m. in New Bedford, a Superior Court judge will assess the first legal response ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-10-26T04:05:17Z)

Jackson has surgery on finger but expects to play Sunday

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Steven Jackson had surgery for a broken ring finger on his left hand on Monday. No big deal — the St. Louis Rams ' running back usually carries the ball in his right hand anyway. Jackson said Thursday that he will play Sunday when the ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-28T21:35:11Z)

Canadian pleads guilty in Guantanamo trial

GUANTANAMO BAY U.S. NAVAL BASE, Cuba (Reuters) - Canadian captive Omar Khadr pleaded guilty on Monday to all five terrorism charges against him in the U.S. war crimes tribunal at the Guantanamo Bay naval base as part of a deal that could send him home to ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-25T15:55:09Z)

Monday Night Football: Houston Texans vs Indianapolis Colts Odds

Monday Night Football on the Houston Texans vs Indianapolis Colts Odds: An AFC South clash features the Houston Texans visiting the Indianapolis Colts in Lucas Oil Stadium at 8:30 PM ET in a Monday Night Football Game showdown. The Texans vs Colts NFL ... (Source: Sports-odds.com 2010-11-01T16:29:47Z)

ENDORSEMENT: Our picks for state Legislature

When Sen. Joan Menard earlier this year announced she would not seek re-election there was no dearth of candidates rallying to fill the seat. Republican Derek Maksy's campaign was grounded in common sense thinking, frustration and a solid background in ... (Source: Herald News 2010-10-27T23:59:32Z)

Make deal or punt on tax cuts?

WASHINGTON -- Will Congress extend the Bush tax cuts into 2011 in the weeks after Tuesday's election or let the automatic increase start cutting into most people's paychecks early next year? It's really pretty much up to President Barack Obama. Despite the ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-11-01T15:03:54Z)

China, Japan spar over islets

HANOI -- Japan and China talk of building a strategic partnership, but they can't seem to avoid tactical scraps. A high-profile breakdown in diplomacy over the question of whether Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao and Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan would ... (Source: BusinessWorld Online 2010-11-01T16:01:09Z)

Ex-Fulham midfielder Elliott signs short-term Wellington Phoenix deal

Former Fulham and LA Galaxy midfielder Simon Elliott has completed the signing of a short-term deal with A-League club Wellington Phoenix . The 36-year old New Zealand international has come in as an injury replacement player for Oscar Roberto Cornejo and ... (Source: Tribal Football 2010-10-31T23:26:09Z)

Business newsmakers

FALL RIVER — New Energy Independence, Incorporated, of North Dakota, is seeking test sites for submerged electricity generating hydro-turbines. NEGI is taking special note of regions with adequate water flow in the forms of rivers, falls and is also keen ... (Source: South Coast Today 2010-10-31T03:52:12Z)

Deal or punt decision on Bush tax cuts is Obama's

Will Congress extend the 2001 tax cuts into 2011 in the weeks after Tuesday's election or let the automatic increase start cutting into most people's paychecks early next year? It's really pretty much up to President Barack Obama. Despite the punishment ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-02T01:12:21Z)

Deal or punt decision on Bush tax cuts is Obama's

W ASHINGTON — Will Congress extend the Bush tax cuts into 2011 in the weeks after Tuesday's election or let the automatic increase start cutting into most people's paychecks early next year? It's really pretty much up to President Barack Obama ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-01T01:13:32Z)

Blazers confirm no deal new deal for C Greg Oden

The Oregonian reported Friday that the Blazers and Oden's representatives agreed there would be no extension, making the oft-injured center the first top pick since Kwame Brown not to get one at the end of his rookie contract. Teams have until Monday to ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-31T00:38:56Z)

Steven Jackson says he'll play Sunday

ST. LOUIS -- Steven Jackson had surgery for a broken ring finger on his left hand on Monday. No big deal -- the St. Louis Rams ' running back usually carries the ball in his right hand anyway. Jackson said Thursday that he will play Sunday when the ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-28T22:10:58Z)

Blazers avoid extending Oden's deal

A team spokesman says the Portland Trail Blazers won't offer a contract extension to former No. 1 pick Greg Oden before the Monday deadline. The Oregonian reported Friday that the Blazers and Oden's representatives agreed there would be no extension ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-10-31T02:33:28Z)

Algeria set to buy Djezzy mobile firm

ALGIERS: Algeria said Sunday it was determined to buy Algerian mobile operator Djezzy which is currently being acquired by Norwegian-Russian telecoms giant Vimpelcom as part of a major takeover deal. Vimpelcom said earlier this month it would consider ... (Source: Saudi Gazette 2010-10-31T22:36:03Z)

Canadian admits terror charges, avoids Gitmo trial

GUANTANAMO BAY U.S. NAVAL BASE, Cuba — Canadian captive Omar Khadr pleaded guilty on Monday to all five terrorism charges against him in the U.S. war crimes tribunal at the Guantanamo Bay naval base as part of a deal that would limit his sentence. Khadr ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-25T13:24:49Z)

Elliott boost for Phoenix

New Zealand 2010 FIFA World Cup™ midfielder Simon Elliott has joined Wellington Phoenix for a short playing stint in Australia's A-League. Elliott, 36, who has been without a club since leaving Major League Soccer club San Jose Earthquakes after the ... (Source: FIFA.com 2010-11-01T04:55:26Z)

PM: Algeria will buy Djezzy, 'no matter obstacles'

Algeria's APS news agency is reporting that the prime minister has vowed to buy Djezzy, the subsidiary of Egyptian telecom giant Orascom, "no matter the obstacles." The report quotes Ahmed Ouyahia as saying Algeria will deal only with Orascom. The two ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-31T16:30:59Z)

Bitch-Back! Dear Taylor Swift, What's the Deal?

Dear Ted: I don't know if you have heard this or not, but I hear that Taylor Swift 's "Dear John" song is about her relationship with John Mayer . I had an idea that she sort of had a thing with him, but what sort of relationship did they have? After hours ... (Source: Entertainment Online 2010-10-20T17:12:39Z)

Colts wait to offer Peyton Manning deal

INDIANAPOLIS -- Jim Irsay insists Peyton Manning will be the NFL's highest-paid player next season. He'll just have to wait until after this season to close the deal. The Colts owner said Monday he was prepared to make a contract offer to Manning during ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-01T18:38:38Z)

Orascom Tel must settle debts before deal"

Orascom Telecom must settle all its liabilities before Algeria will conclude a deal to nationalise the Egyptian firm's local mobile phone unit, Algerian Prime Minister, Ahmed Ouyahia, said on Sunday. Orascom Telecom has reluctantly agreed to negotiate ... (Source: NEXT 2010-10-31T22:14:34Z)

Factbox: Canadian captive's Guantanamo trial ends with deal

Canadian captive Omar Khadr was sentenced on Sunday to 40 years in prison at the Guantanamo Bay U.S. Naval Base in Cuba but a plea deal means he will serve only eight years in addition to the eight years he has been held. Here are some facts about the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-31T22:14:34Z)

India, Japan PMs to confirm trade pact, discuss nuclear deal

India's prime minister kicked off talks Monday in Japan where the population giant and the high-tech nation planned to confirm a trade pact and push efforts for civilian nuclear cooperation. Manmohan Singh, who arrived Sunday, and his counterpart Naoto Kan ... (Source: Terra Daily 2010-10-25T09:35:45Z)

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