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Deals of the Hour / November 11, 2010, 11:40 pm

Chiefs report: Notes, quotes

--Last year's 44-24 victory in Denver for the Chiefs ended an eight-game losing streak in the Mile High City and was their first successful visit to Invesco Field. During the last decade, the Chiefs were 2-8 in Denver, winning in the 2000 and 2009 seasons ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-12T01:43:26Z)

No trade deal in Seoul...Poll says keep health care...American held in Pakistan

SEOUL , South Korea (AP) — President Barack Obama says the U.S. and South Korea will keep pressing on, even though they've failed to reach agreement on a free-trade deal at the G-20 meeting in Seoul. Obama says, "We have asked our teams to work ... (Source: KYTV 2010-11-11T08:32:39Z)

Governor calls special session on budget

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is calling a special session of the Legislature to take up a $6 billion deficit that emerged just weeks after he signed the state budget. A Schwarzenegger spokesman said on Thursday the session will start Dec. 6, when new ... (Source: Desert Sun 2010-11-12T06:29:46Z)

When to grab best holiday deals

No, I think they'll win one or two games. 185 57% No, I think they'll win three or four games. 32 10% NEW YORK (AP) — Before you head into the final stretch before the holiday rush, when stores lose all subtlety in the ways they push gift-buying, you may ... (Source: The Daily News Online 2010-11-12T04:28:05Z)

Meal Deals for Veterans

If you served our country in the armed services, you could be in for a free meal, or at least a deal on Veterans Day. Applebee's is offering a free entrée from 10 a.m. to close to current and former servicemen and women at restaurants throughout the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-11T14:44:52Z)

Cameron Walks Diplomatic Tightrope in China

BEIJING—British Prime Minister David Cameron faced a conundrum on his first official visit to China aimed at drumming up trade and investment for his flagging economy: how to raise the issue of human rights without sabotaging his business agenda. It is a ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-11T00:04:24Z)

Hali long-term deal next for Chiefs

Now that the Kansas City Chiefs signed inside linebacker Derrick Johnson to a five-year contract extension, a long-term contract for outside linebacker Tamba Hali is next on GM Scott Pioli's agenda. In the year of his contract, Hali is third in the NFL ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-11-12T02:55:01Z)

Dubai Group misses interest payment

Dubai Group, an investment arm of one of the emirate's troubled conglomerates, has missed an interest payment on a $330m loan, potentially triggering a cross-default on other debts. Dubai Group is part of the Dubai Holding conglomerate that is owned ... (Source: Financial Times 2010-11-12T00:39:01Z)

Chiefs report: Strategy and personnel

The Chiefs believe that their victory in early January against the Broncos in Denver was not just the season finale in '09, but a kick start to the 2010 season for Todd Haley and his squad. They put 44 points on the board in that game, the biggest score ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-12T01:43:26Z)

UK's Cameron Urges China to Move on Exchange Rate

BEIJING (Reuters) - British Prime Minister David Cameron urged China on Wednesday to move toward greater exchange rate flexibility and vowed to fight protectionism to help safeguard the global recovery. Cameron told students at the elite Peking University ... (Source: ABC News 2010-11-10T09:16:47Z)

Free Applebee's : Veterans Day Deals!

Today is Veterans Day, and that means its time to honor our active and retired soldiers. Applebee's is doing just that by offering up a few free meal choices to the veterans. Six different meal options are offered to be exact. It's not just Applebee's ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-11T19:45:31Z)

Prosecutors Close to Plea Deal in Riley Fox Case: Report

A convicted sex offender arrested in May after DNA evidence linked him to the death of little girl may be negotiating a plea deal with prosecutors. The Chicago Tribune reported Tuesday that Scott Eby and his attorney had "high hopes" that the case could be ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-10T04:44:46Z)

Governor Calls Special Budget Session

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Thursday announced a special session of the Legislature to address a $6 billion deficit that emerged just weeks after he signed the state budget. The announcement comes a day after the nonpartisan ... (Source: BayInsider 2010-11-12T05:39:40Z)

DUBAI GROUP SETBACK OVER LOAN REPAYMENT

DUBAI: Financial services firm Dubai Group, part of a conglomerate owned by Dubai's ruler, missed an October interest payment on a $330 million loan on which Citibank was the sole bookrunner, sources said yesterday. "The payment on the Citibank facility in ... (Source: Gulf Daily News 2010-11-12T00:46:10Z)

Iraqi PM's opponents walk out of parliament

BAGHDAD - Just a day after cutting a deal to end a lengthy impasse, Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's political rivals walked out of parliament Thursday, illustrating the perils of building a government despite a near-complete absence of trust. Sandwiched ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-12T06:36:56Z)

Bay State veterans share their story

V eterans Day has special meaning to the brave Bay Staters who served in World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam, and those who continue to serve in Iraq and Afghanistan. Today, six vets share with Herald readers their inspirations for service in the wars ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-12T05:11:02Z)

Retailers push Thanksgiving sales, online deals

NEW YORK — From free shipping from Walmart to Sears stores open on Thanksgiving for the first time, the battle for holiday shoppers' dollars has begun in earnest. The early competition to break through shoppers' caution about spending promises ... (Source: Standard-Times 2010-11-12T00:31:51Z)

Dubai Group sets up bank panels to deal with debts; arm of ruler's firm eyes positive outcome

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES — An investment company controlled by Dubai's ruler says it has begun talking with banks about how to meet its debt obligations. Dubai Group said in a statement Thursday the talks are making good progress and that it is ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-11-11T10:41:30Z)

UPDATE 3-UK trade push into China yields Rolls-Royce deal

BEIJING, Nov 9 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister David Cameron's efforts to double trade with China by 2015 received a boost on Tuesday when aero-engine maker Rolls-Royce won a $1.2-billion order from China Eastern Airlines Cameron, making his first visit ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-09T11:05:20Z)

Nicholas D. Kristof / A young girl takes on Osama bin Laden

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan -- Given today's economic difficulties, I thought I'd come to Pakistan to find Osama bin Laden, lug him back home in my duffel bag and declare him at U.S. customs to pick up the $27 million reward. More on that mission in a moment ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-11-12T04:56:43Z)

Apple Hasn't Bought Wi-Gear, CEO Says 'The Rumor Is False'

Earlier this week, Softpedia picked up on a story saying Apple had acquired a small San Francisco company that specialized in Bluetooth technology for use with wireless headphones, in a move that would put Apple in a good position to sell its own Bluetooth ... (Source: Softpedia 2010-11-11T09:44:14Z)

When to get the biggest discounts on TVS, toys, clothes? The answer for some may be now

NEW YORK (AP) — Before you head into the final stretch before the holiday rush, when stores lose all subtlety in the ways they push gift-buying, you may wonder whether to pass up November bargains in the hope that some prices will keep falling. Last year ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-11T17:00:53Z)

Calif. governor calls special legislative session to deal with $6B budget gap in current year

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is calling a special session of the Legislature to take up a $6 billion deficit that emerged just weeks after he signed the state budget. Schwarzenegger spokesman Aaron McLear said Thursday the session ... (Source: Cleveland News - Fox 8 2010-11-12T00:10:23Z)

iMuffs Maker: No Apple Deal; IP Still for Sale

No iMuffs for Steve after all. Earlier in the week, rumors started doing the rounds that Apple had purchased Wi-Gear, the company responsible for making iMuffs, a Bluetooth headset for iOS devices. The evidence seemed pretty plausible: An anonymous source ... (Source: Tom's Guide 2010-11-11T22:01:32Z)

Sunni parliamentary walkout puts Iraq power-sharing deal at risk

Sunni support for any new government is key. The Americans had been pushing for them to have a significant role, fearing that otherwise, disillusioned Sunnis could turn to the insurgency, fueling new violence as the last of U.S. troops prepare to leave by ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-11-11T21:11:25Z)

Apple (AAPL) Did Not Acquire Wi-Gear; CEO Denies Rumors

Earlier this week, rumors surfaced that Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL ) had acquired Bluetooth iOS headphone maker Wi-Gear, which is now know to be false as the company's CEO Mark Pundsack proclaimed the reports false. "The rumor is false," Pundsack said. "Wi ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-11-11T12:36:02Z)

With Plea Deal, Sex Offender Admits to Killing Riley Fox

A convicted sex offender arrested in May after DNA evidence linked him to the death of a little girl was sentenced to life without parole Tuesday after negotiating a plea deal with prosecutors. Scott Eby's plea deal, accepted by Will County Judge Richard ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-10T22:45:40Z)

Deal possible in slaying of 3-year-old Riley Fox, attorney says

The man charged with the brutal 2004 rape and murder of 3-year-old Riley Fox is in negotiations with prosecutors about a deal that could have him pleading guilty Wednesday, his attorney said. Convicted sex offender Scott Eby was arrested in May after DNA ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-10T02:28:45Z)

American held for carrying bullets in Lahore

A 70-year-old US national has been arrested at the international airport in Lahore, after a cache of cartridges was found in his possession, a media report said. Gary George William was arrested on Thursday at the Allama Iqbal international airport after ... (Source: Hindustan Times 2010-11-12T04:56:43Z)

Iraq finally forms government

BAGHDAD • Iraq's parliament ended a political crisis Thursday that had left the country without a new government for eight months, but the tumultuous first session laid bare the deep divisions within the emerging governing coalition. Lawmakers, ordered ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-11-12T06:08:18Z)

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