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Deals of the Hour / November 13, 2010, 12:40 pm

Microsoft says all gamers are looking at Xbox this week

Thanks to Kinect and Call of Duty: Black Ops , Microsoft claims that the eyes of every gamer are turned toward the Xbox 360. UK marketing beast Stephen McGill made the bold claim, believing that the double whammy of Kinect and COD will ensure victory for ... (Source: DESTRUCTOID 2010-11-12T09:00:05Z)

Retailers start holiday shopping wars

From free shipping from Wal-Mart to Sears stores open Thanksgiving Day to Meijer Inc. posting ads two weeks early, the battle for holiday shoppers' dollars has begun in earnest. The early competition to break through shoppers' caution about spending ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-11-13T08:51:45Z)

Big stock offerings next week could attract new investors, boost markets

WASHINGTON — In the world of new stock offerings, everything about next week is big: the number of deals, the amount of money expected to be raised and the profiles of the companies going public. The action is likely to draw a wide range of investors ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-11-13T03:22:28Z)

Chile's rescued enjoy fame, delay return to mines

They're treated like rock stars today, offered book contracts, movie deals and all-expense-paid trips to see their favorite soccer teams in Europe, while demanding thousands of dollars for interviews. A month after the remarkable end to their 69-day ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-12T23:04:46Z)

Android Phones for Only a Dollar Part of Best Buy Black Friday Sale

The day shoppers love to hate is quickly approaching, and smartphones, tablets, and Android goodies are poised to be a big hit when Santa comes storming down those chimneys. Best Buy is gearing up for their Black Friday sale with several Android deals that ... (Source: Phandroid 2010-11-13T03:29:37Z)

Big stock offerings next week could boost markets

In the world of new stock offerings, everything about next week is big: The number of deals, the amount of money expected to be raised and the profiles of the companies going public — and now the world's most populous nation may be getting into the mix ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-13T15:18:18Z)

Microsoft To Give Free Xbox Live Gold Access To All Xbox Live Users

Microsoft is to give all Xbox Live members free access to its Gold features at the end of this month. The service, which normally retails at £39.99 for a 12 month subscription, gives users access to premier content and games. "Now's your chance to ... (Source: IncGamers.com 2010-11-12T12:49:09Z)

Target, Best Buy, Toys R Us hatch Black Friday deals

Big news for Black Friday shoppers! Target will sell $3 appliances and Best Buy is planning to offer Sony laptops for $399.99 and a Blu-Ray disc player by Toshiba for $59.99, according to Black Friday ads posted on gottadeal.com. • Related: More Black ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-11-13T06:57:13Z)

Best Buy gives you Android phones for a buck on Black Friday

Best Buy Mobile usually always has great deals for phones, and Black Friday ensures the same great deals.  The day after Thanksgiving, Best Buy will be selling a couple of Android handsets for only a dollar on a new two-year contract, as well as ... (Source: Intomobile.com 2010-11-13T18:45:53Z)

Apple Black Friday 2010 Deals At Best Buy: MacBook Pro / iMac

Over the year trying to get a good deal on an Apple product has been very difficult, but Best Buy is about to make that much easier in the next couple of weeks. For those of you looking for a great offer on a MacBook Pro and iMac, then you need to take a ... (Source: Product Reviews 2010-11-13T02:39:31Z)

Wisconsin employees to Walker: 'Not afraid to fight'

The head of the state employees union says if Gov.-elect Scott Walker wants a fight, "we are not afraid to fight." MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The head of the state employees union says if Gov.-elect Scott Walker wants a fight, "we are not afraid to fight ... (Source: Daily Telegram 2010-11-13T13:38:05Z)

Big stock offerings could boost markets

WASHINGTON — In the world of new stock offerings, everything about next week is big: the number of deals, the amount of money expected to be raised and the profiles of the companies going public. The action is likely to draw a wide range of investors ... (Source: Cape Cod Times 2010-11-13T07:11:32Z)

Obama turns to Russian diplomacy as Asia trip ends

YOKOHAMA, Japan -- President Barack Obama, capping a far-flung trip of mixed results, said Saturday the United States is "here to stay" as a force in Asia and pivoted to Russian diplomacy as a nuclear treaty hung in the balance. In his final hours in Japan ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-11-13T16:51:21Z)

UPDATE 7-Icahn may bid on Dynegy if Blackstone deal fails

NEW YORK, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn said he may bid for Dynegy Inc (DYN.N: Quote , Profile , Research , Stock Buzz ) if shareholders vote down the struggling power company's deal to be bought by private equity firm Blackstone Group ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-13T00:23:31Z)

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 2010-11-12T14:07:54Z)

Best Buy Black Friday 2010: Laptops, cameras, TVs top holiday deals

The Best Buy Black Friday ad for 2010 is sure to attract shoppers who are interested in some early morning bargains on televisions, laptops, digital cameras and other tech gadgets sure to sell out the day after Thanksgiving. Featured in the leaked Best Buy ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-13T05:02:41Z)

Walker wants to put state employee contact talks on hold

-- A call from Governor-elect Scott Walker to put contract talks on hold gets a quick response from the head of the state employees union. A call from Governor-elect Scott Walker to put contract talks on hold gets a quick response from the head of the ... (Source: Pierce County Herald 2010-11-13T16:37:02Z)

Many Americans are being more careful with their spending

PARAMUS, N.J. - The Goodwill store in this middle-class suburb of New York was buzzing on a recent weekend afternoon. Shoppers combed through racks filled with secondhand clothes, shoes, blankets, and dishes. A few years ago, opening a Goodwill store here ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-13T08:01:38Z)

This week's Xbox 360 deals

With the fabled Black Friday only two weeks away, stores are just starting to give some really good deals on Xbox 360 stuff. Below you can find some of the best deals from around the internet for this week. 12 month Xbox LIVE subscription card $39.99 with ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-13T17:55:47Z)

Chile's rescued enjoy fame, delay their return to mines

COPIAPO, Chile - They're treated like rock stars today, offered book contracts, movie deals and all-expense-paid trips to see their favorite soccer teams in Europe, while demanding thousands of dollars for interviews. A month after the remarkable end to ... (Source: World Link 2010-11-13T18:10:06Z)

Amber alert issued for Cass County toddler

An Amber Alert has been issued for a 2-year-old girl out of Cass County. Syah Duffey was taken from her home at 202 Broadway, East Lynne, Mo. According to the Amber Alert website , a white heavy set female in her 20's and 30's came to the child's ... (Source: Connect 2010-11-11T21:40:03Z)

Amber Alert issued for Kansas City area toddler

An Amber Alert has been issued for a Cass County 2-year-old girl. Syah Duffey was reportedly taken from her home in East Lynne. Authorities say a heavy-set woman in her 20s or 30s — wearing a gray sweater and jeans – came into the home. The girls ... (Source: Missourinet 2010-11-11T21:54:22Z)

Chile's rescued miners enjoy taste of the good life

COPIAPO, Chile They're treated like rock stars today, offered book contracts, movie deals and all-expense-paid trips to see their favorite soccer teams in Europe, while demanding thousands of dollars for interviews. A month after the end of their 69-day ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-11-13T04:05:25Z)

Best Buy Black Friday 2010 Comes Early

At Best Buy, Black Friday 2010 comes early. Best Buy is giving customers a head start just like at Walmart Black Friday 2010 starts in electronics on November 6 and ToysRUs has a deal on Kinect for XBox 360. Best Buy Black Friday 2010 deals begin online ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-04T15:43:17Z)

Probe Continues Into Toddler's Possible Abduction

KMBC.com A 2-year-old girl at the center of Thursday's Amber Alert is back in Missouri, but she is not home with her family. Syah Duffey is in the custody of the Department of Social Services. The girl was discovered in dramatic fashion outside of Des ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-13T17:48:37Z)

Icahn may bid on Dynegy if Blackstone deal fails

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn said he may bid for Dynegy Inc (DYN.N: Quote , Profile , Research , Stock Buzz ) if shareholders vote down the struggling power company's deal to be bought by private equity firm Blackstone Group (BX.N ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-13T00:23:31Z)

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)

Layaway and bargain hunting back in style

PARAMUS, N.J. — The Goodwill store in this middle-class New York suburb is buzzing on a recent weekend afternoon. A steady flow of shoppers comb through racks filled with second-hand clothes, shoes, blankets and dishes. A few years ago, opening a ... (Source: Pueblo Chieftain 2010-11-11T06:59:35Z)

In a tough economy, frugality seen as badge of honor

PARAMUS — The Goodwill store in this middle-class New York suburb is buzzing on a recent weekend afternoon. A steady flow of shoppers combs through racks filled with second-hand clothes, shoes, blankets and dishes. A few years ago, opening a Goodwill ... (Source: Asbury Park Press 2010-11-13T07:25:51Z)

Wis. employees to Walker: 'Not afraid to fight'

November 13, 2010 (MADISON, Wis.) -- The head of the state employees union says if Gov.-elect Scott Walker wants a fight, "we are not afraid to fight." Wisconsin State Employees Union executive director Marty Beil issued a response Friday to Walker's call ... (Source: KABC 2010-11-13T18:31:34Z)

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