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Deals of the Hour / November 14, 2010, 12:41 pm

Beer maker sues MLB over sponsorship deal

NEW YORK -- Anheuser-Busch is suing Major League Baseball in a dispute over the brewer's decades-long sponsorship. The maker of Budweiser claimed in a suit filed Friday that MLB agreed in April to a multiyear extension of its exclusive sponsorship rights ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-12T22:07:30Z)

Memphis freshman guard Jelan Kendrick returns to practice

MEMPHIS (AP) — Memphis freshman guard Jelan Kendrick has returned to practice with the Tigers after a two-week absence to deal with a "personal matter." Kendrick practiced with the 19th-ranked Tigers on Thursday, though coach Josh Pastner has not decided ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-06T05:10:59Z)

Newsweek and Daily Beast Deal to be Announced

Tina Brown is back in the world of print. After a brief and interrupted dalliance, Newsweek, the 77-year-old magazine, and The Daily Beast, Ms. Brown's two-year-old Web site, have decided to put their cultural differences aside and are expected to join ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-11-12T02:26:23Z)

Memphis freshman G Jelan Kendrick returns to practice, not yet allowed to play

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis freshman guard Jelan Kendrick has returned to practice with the Tigers after a two-week absence to deal with a "personal matter." Kendrick practiced with the 19th-ranked Tigers on Thursday, though coach Josh Pastner has not ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-05T20:57:04Z)

MLB sued by brewer over sponsorship deal

Anheuser-Busch sued Major League Baseball on Friday in a dispute over the brewer's decades-long sponsorship. The maker of Budweiser contends MLB is improperly trying to back out of an April agreement to extend the company's exclusive sponsorship deal. The ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-11-13T16:51:21Z)

Black Friday, Now Black Friday Month

The days of waiting until Black Friday to start your holiday shopping are over. More stores are not waiting until Nov. 26th to give deep discounts. Stores have marked down prices sooner than usual, especially on gifts like toys and electronics. Not only ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-13T04:12:34Z)

Newsweek and Daily Beast Have a Deal

Tina Brown is back in the world of print. After a brief and interrupted dalliance, Newsweek, the 77-year-old magazine, and The Daily Beast, Ms. Brown's two-year-old Web site, have decided to put their cultural differences aside and will join forces. Ms ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-11-12T05:46:49Z)

Greg Anderson wraps his fourth Pro Stock season championship, qualifying fourth Saturday in ...

POMONA, Calif. -- Greg Anderson wrapped up his fourth Pro Stock season championship and first since 2005, qualifying fourth Saturday in the Auto Club NHRA Finals. Anderson overcame team owner Ken Black's severe health issues, a home fire and a middling ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-14T02:52:39Z)

Anheuser-Busch suing MLB over nixed deal

N EW YORK — Anheuser-Busch sued Major League Baseball on Friday in a dispute over the brewer's decades-long sponsorship. The maker of Budweiser contends MLB is improperly trying to back out of an April agreement to extend the company's exclusive ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-13T05:02:41Z)

'Call of Duty' blasts records

NEW YORK -- Call of Duty: Black Ops blasted entertainment records last 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 with ... (Source: Tri-City Herald 2010-11-14T09:54:59Z)

Maria Riesch takes the lead after 1st run of season-opening World Cup slalom; Vonn in 6th

LEVI, Finland - Maria Riesch of Germany took the lead after the first run Saturday of the World Cup slalom race on the Levi Black course in Finland. The Olympic slalom gold medalist finished in 56.13 seconds in the first slalom race of the season to lead ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-13T11:50:42Z)

Call of Duty: Black Ops launch beats MW2

And just like that, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's $310 million launch day revenue record has been shattered. Activision announced today that Call of Duty: Black Ops, which launched on Tuesday , generated about $360 million in revenue during its first 24 ... (Source: CNET News 2010-11-11T17:58:09Z)

Black Friday springing leaks

They will march into the predawn darkness, their battle plans carefully researched, meticulously MapQuested and fecklessly flecked with cranberry sauce. If shopping has a national holiday, it is Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, when the biggest ... (Source: Arizona Daily Star 2010-11-14T06:56:02Z)

Two weeks till Black Friday, but who's waiting?

They will march into the predawn darkness in less thabn two weeks from today, their battle plans carefully researched, meticulously Mapquested and fecklessly flecked with cranberry sauce. If shopping has a national holiday, it is Black Friday, the day ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-13T03:00:59Z)

Kent State vs. Army

KENT, Ohio -- Trent Steelman guided Army 's run-oriented offense to perfection and helped the Black Knights become bowl eligible for the first time in 14 years. Steelman and Brian Cobbs each had two of Army's six rushing touchdowns in a 45-28 win at Kent ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-14T00:29:29Z)

Anderson wraps up Pro Stock title, fourth of his career

POMONA, Calif. -- Greg Anderson wrapped up his fourth Pro Stock season championship and first since 2005, qualifying fourth Saturday in the Auto Club NHRA Finals. Anderson overcame team owner Ken Black's severe health issues, a home fire and a middling ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-14T03:06:58Z)

Army 45, Kent St. 28

KENT, Ohio (AP) -Trent Steelman guided Army's run-oriented offense to perfection and helped the Black Knights become bowl eligible for the first time in 14 years. Steelman and Brian Cobbs each had two of Army's six rushing touchdowns in a 45-28 win at Kent ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-14T00:00:51Z)

Black Friday sales now lasting a month to lure shoppers

From free shipping from Wal-Mart 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 savings for those ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-11-14T19:56:17Z)

Call of Duty: Black Ops Launch To Be The Biggest in History, Activision Says

Activision boss Bobby Kotick has once again expressed his confidence in Call of Duty: Black Ops , and how the upcoming game will have the biggest entertainment launch in history, overtaking the previous Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 title. Call of Duty ... (Source: Softpedia 2010-11-08T09:19:09Z)

Daily Beast, Newsweek reach deal to join

Newsweek, a 77-year-old magazine that once helped set the national news agenda, is linking its future with a startup website just two years in the making. Three months after agreeing to buy the money-losing weekly for $1, audio equipment magnate Sidney ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-12T22:28:59Z)

Austrian Schild nips Riesch in Levi slalom

LEVI, Finland, Nov. 13 (UPI) -- Austria's Marlies Schild upended German world champion Maria Riesch Saturday to win the opening women's slalom event of the Alpine World Cup season in Finland. Schild completed the Black course at Levi in 1 minute, 52.84 ... (Source: United Press International 2010-11-13T23:03:35Z)

Activision: Treyarch Not Recognized Enough For Modern Warfare 2

Many gamers still hold the idea that developer Treyarch is still the little brother of Infinity Ward when it comes to creating the Call of Duty games. Publisher Activsion is trying to set the record straight and give the Black Ops developer the recognition ... (Source: PlayStation LifeStyle 2010-11-14T17:54:35Z)

'Call of Duty' sales are explosive

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 with ... (Source: Akron Beacon Journal 2010-11-12T07:27:02Z)

Army runs past Kent State 45-28 for sixth win

KENT, Ohio (AP) — Trent Steelman guided Army's run-oriented offense to perfection and helped the Black Knights become bowl eligible for the first time in 14 years. Steelman and Brian Cobbs each had two of Army's six rushing touchdowns in a 45-28 win at ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-11-13T23:25:03Z)

Look early for Black Friday digital gear deals

Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving, is one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Retailers offer smoking deals to lure Christmas shoppers. But in this sluggish economy, Black Friday is no longer a one-day event. This year, Black Friday deals ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-12T15:40:57Z)

Freshman Kendrick Is Off Memphis

The University of Memphis freshman guard Jelan Kendrick is off the team. Coach Josh Pastner did not elaborate other than to say that they decided it was best to part ways. Kendrick, a 6-foot-6 guard from Atlanta and a McDonald's all-American, missed two ... (Source: New York Times 2010-11-14T00:43:48Z)

Wal-Mart's Black Friday 2010 ad: Electronics top deals

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Wal-Mart's highly-awaited Black Friday ad promises hot deals on high-definition TVs, Blu-ray players, laptops and holiday gift favorites such as toys and DVDs, according to a copy of the retailer's circular obtained by CNNMoney ... (Source: CNN Money 2010-11-14T00:50:57Z)

Pacquiao pounds Margarito for title

Manny Pacquiao used both speed and power in a dominating performance to beat Antonio Margarito and win their 150-pound showdown Saturday in Arlington, Texas. It was the eighth different title won by Pacquiao, this time against a tough opponent who ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-14T06:05:55Z)

Sports digest: Carl Edwards roars to Nationwide Series win in Arizona

Carl Edwards won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Phoenix International Raceway in Avondale, Ariz., leading 153 laps in claiming his second straight win. Edwards had total control of Saturday's race and now has four Nationwide victories this season ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-14T06:05:55Z)

'Call of Duty: Black Ops' pulls in record $360 million on first day

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 with ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-11-13T03:43:56Z)

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