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Deals of the Hour / November 12, 2010, 6:41 am

NFL Notebook: Titans offer Moss a fresh, new start

Randy Moss says he's sorry things didn't work out in Minnesota and that he isn't upset with the Vikings or coach Brad Childress for waiving him. The well-traveled receiver insists he isn't in town -- his third NFL city this season -- to start trouble. Moss ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-11-12T05:18:11Z)

'Call of Duty' sales explode

NEW YORK "Call of Duty: Black Ops" blasted entertainment records this week by raking in $360 million in its first 24 hours on sale, a dramatic indication that video games have cemented their place as mainstream entertainment on a par with movies, books and ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-11-12T12:20:31Z)

Wal-Mart kicks off Black Friday price war with free shipping

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has started a Black Friday price war, now offering free shipping on nearly 60,000 online items -- with no minimum purchase. The move will likely trigger a shipping price war, and cut costs for consumers. Exempt items include Apple ... (Source: Delaware County Daily Times 2010-11-12T10:25:59Z)

Moss says he hopes he fits into Titans' offense (AP)

AP - Randy Moss says he s sorry things didn t work out with in Minnesota and that he isn t upset with the Vikings or coach Brad Childress for waiving him. The well-traveled receiver insists he isn t in town — his third NFL city this season — to start ... (Source: Buzz Log (blog) 2010-11-11T17:36:40Z)

Earthquakes stun Red Bulls, advance to MLS East final

Bobby Convey scored twice, connecting in the sixth and 77th minutes, to help San Jose rebound from a 1-0 first-leg loss in California on Saturday night. Juan Pablo Angel , in likely his last game for the Red Bulls, scored in the 78th minute. New York, with ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-05T05:55:07Z)

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)

Daily Beast, Newsweek reach deal to join

NEW YORK -- The Daily Beast says it has reached a deal to join with Newsweek. In a posting on its website Thursday, The Daily Beast's editor-in-chief Tina Brown says the two outlets will partner to create The Newsweek Daily Beast Company. Brown says she ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-12T11:59:03Z)

'Daily Beast,' 'Newsweek' to join, with Tina Brown at helm

NEW YORK (AP) — The Daily Beast says it has reached a deal to join with Newsweek . In a posting on its website Thursday, The Daily Beast 's editor-in-chief Tina Brown says the two outlets will partner to create The Newsweek Daily Beast Company. (Source: USA Today 2010-11-12T14:15:03Z)

Lakers' broken streak not a concern

DENVER -- It was the first time the Los Angeles Lakers locker room had to deal with a loss in a game that mattered since Game 5 of the NBA Finals back in June. But after the game Kobe Bryant looked like he was ready to check into a relaxing massage ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-12T07:48:30Z)

San Jose Sharks edge New York Islanders in shootout

On a team whose scoring touch has turned as cold as the ice it plays on, nobody was turning up his nose at a 2-1 shootout victory, even if it came against a New York Islanders team that went down to its ninth consecutive defeat. "Two points is two points ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-12T07:27:02Z)

Thursday special for NFL

ATLANTA - AFC vs. NFC. First place vs. first place. Talented offense vs. bruising defense. Perhaps, even, a preview of what we'll see in February's Super Bowl. At the midway point of the NFL season, it's become clear the Atlanta Falcons and the Baltimore ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-11-12T06:01:08Z)

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)

MetLife Suspends LTCI Unit Sale

MetLife has decided to stop the sale of its Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) business. The U.S. insurer will, however, continue to allow new applications for individual LTCI policies received on or before December 30, 2010. (Source: Emii.com 2010-11-12T06:29:46Z)

Dynegy Sale Opponent Seneca Nominates Two to Electricity Producer's Board

Seneca Capital, the largest single shareholder in Dynegy Inc . and an opponent of its planned $540 million takeover by Blackstone Group LP , said it will nominate former electricity and railroad executives to the power producer's board. Seneca is seeking ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-11-11T16:25:05Z)

Walmart to offer free shipping for the holidays

The holiday wars are getting hotter among retailers as they compete for shoppers. Walmart said today it is offering free shipping on nearly 60,000 items through Dec. 20, including all electronics. There is no minimum purchase requirement or subscription ... (Source: Weblogs.baltimoresun.com 2010-11-11T18:19:37Z)

Wal-Mart to offer free shipping on website-NYT

Nov 11 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc ( WMT.N ) plans to offer free shipping on nearly 60,000 gift items, including toys and electronics, when purchased through its website from Thursday, the New York Times reported. The world's largest retailer will not ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-11T07:13:54Z)

NBA: Denver Nuggets deal L.A. Lakers their first loss behind Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony had 32 points and 13 rebounds to rally the host Denver Nuggets past Los Angeles 118-112 on Thursday night, handing the Lakers their first loss of the season. Kobe Bryant scored a season-high 34 points, and Pau Gasol had 17 points and 20 ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-12T07:27:02Z)

MetLife Will Discontinue The Sale Of New Long-Term Care Insurance Coverage

Following an extensive review of its Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) business, MetLife today announced that it will discontinue the sale of new LTCI coverage. MetLife will continue to accept new applications for individual LTCI policies received on or ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-11-11T18:33:56Z)

New 'Call of Duty' blasts sales record

NEW YORK — "Call of Duty: Black Ops" blasted entertainment records this week by raking in $360 million in its first 24 hours on sale, a dramatic and lucrative indication that video games have cemented their place as mainstream entertainment on a par ... (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press 2010-11-12T14:29:22Z)

MetLife to Halt Sales of New Long-Term Care Insurance, Cites Financial Problems for Industry

NEW YORK, Nov 11, 2010 (A. M. Best via COMTEX) -- MetLife Inc. said it will stop selling new long-term care insurance coverage. "There have been financial challenges within the long-term care industry as a whole," and not unique to the company, said Karen ... (Source: TradingMarkets.com 2010-11-11T22:01:32Z)

Red Bulls go for kill

When the Red Bulls play host to the San Jose Earthquakes in tonight's MSL semifinals, it will mark the first time in club history this team ever had a chance to clinch a playoff series at home. But Red Bulls' leaders -- from coach Hans Backe to departing ... (Source: New York Post 2010-11-04T13:34:26Z)

Newsweek, The Daily Beast to merge operations

Website Daily Beast and magazine Newsweek have agreed a deal to combine, Daily Beast co-founder and editor Tina Brown said, just weeks after abandoning merger talks. The agreement will combine the two groups in a 50-50 joint venture called the Newsweek ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-12T12:49:09Z)

Dynegy deal opposed

Shareholders opposed to Blackstone's buyout of Texas energy concern Dynegy are stepping up their efforts to block the deal. Seneca Capital, which owns 9 percent of the stock, said yesterday it plans to nominate two executives to Dynegy's board. Seneca told ... (Source: New York Post 2010-11-12T09:50:12Z)

Islanders drop ninth straight

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Dan Boyle found a way to beat Dwayne Roloson twice. Boyle scored the tying goal on a second-period power play and added the shootout clincher in the Sharks' 2-1 victory over the Islanders last night. Dwayne Roloson stopped 37 shots and ... (Source: New York Post 2010-11-12T13:53:35Z)

UPDATE 2-Icahn to vote 'no' on Dynegy deal, offers loan

NEW YORK/BANGALORE, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn said he would vote against Blackstone Group's ( BX.N ) proposal to buy Dynegy Inc ( DYN.N ) and would offer a $2 billion line of credit to the struggling power company. "The Icahn ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-11-12T14:07:54Z)

Nuggets Rally To Hand Lakers First Loss, 118-112

(AP) DENVER (AP) - Carmelo Anthony had 32 points and 13 rebounds to rally the Denver Nuggets past Los Angeles 118-112 on Thursday night, handing the Lakers their first loss of the season. Kobe Bryant scored a season-high 34 points and Pau Gasol had 17 ... (Source: CBS News 2010-11-12T10:25:59Z)

NHL: San Jose 2, N.Y. Islanders 1 (SO)

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 12 (UPI) -- Logan Couture's shootout goal Thursday gave the San Jose Sharks a 2-1 win over the New York Islanders. Couture scored in the first round of the shootout on a backhander that got past Dwayne Roloson. P.A. Parenteau's shot ... (Source: United Press International 2010-11-12T06:51:15Z)

US man briefly detained at Lahore airport

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani authorities briefly detained an American man at the Lahore airport on Thursday for carrying 30 rounds of ammunition in his luggage, officials said. Airport officials in Lahore detained the man upon discovering the rounds in his bags ... (Source: Pakistani Newspaper 2010-11-12T04:06:36Z)

New 'Call of Duty' blasts last year's sales record

N EW YORK — "Call of Duty: Black Ops" blasted entertainment records this week by raking in $360 million in its first 24 hours on sale, a dramatic and lucrative indication that video games have cemented their place as mainstream entertainment on a par ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-12T08:45:46Z)

Earthquakes 3, Red Bulls 1

HARRISON, N.J. -- Chris Wondolowski scored in the 81st minute, giving the San Jose Earthquakes a 3-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls and Thierry Henry on Thursday night and a 3-2 aggregate win in the MLS Eastern Conference semifinal series. Bobby ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-05T04:00:35Z)

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