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Deals of the Hour / November 14, 2010, 1:41 pm

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)

Driver arrested after motorcycle crash kills 5, injures 6

OCOTILLO, Calif. (AP) — The California Highway Patrol says a man who struck a pack of motorcyclists — causing a crash that killed five people and injured six — has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. CHP Officer Deann Goudie ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-14T20:46:23Z)

NBA approves sale of Warriors to Lacob, Guber

(11-13) 04:00 PST Chicago - -- It took longer for 29 NBA owners to vote "yes" in an e-mail than it took for Joe Lacob and Peter Guber to flesh out the details of a $450 million deal to buy the Golden State Warriors from Chris Cohan, but Friday's end result ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-11-13T08:01:38Z)

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)

Falcons beat Lobos

A IR FORCE ACADEMY – Connor Dietz made certain Air Force didn't miss a beat when the Falcons lost their starting quarterback. Dietz stepped in for injured starter Tim Jefferson, threw for one touchdown, ran for another and helped Air Force overcome a ... (Source: Durango Herald 2010-11-12T23:54:53Z)

Wal-Mart Black Friday Online Sales to Feature Free Shipping

With Black Friday two weeks away Wal-Mart is looking to beat rival Amazo.com to the punch with free shipping on all their online orders. There is no word yet whether Amazon will counter with their own free shipping. Black Friday starts the day after ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-11-13T19:21:41Z)

Report: CHP says 5 dead in crash involving 7 motorcycles on rural highway east of San Diego

OCOTILLO, Calif. - Five people were killed Saturday in a crash involving seven motorcycles and at least one other vehicle on a rural desert highway east of San Diego, authorities said. The five fatalities occurred in the collision shortly before 1 p.m. on ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-14T06:41:43Z)

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)

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)

Mourners for slain teen asked to honor example

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. --- Cory Green stood over his nephew's coffin and asked the hundreds of mourners gathered to touch one another and repeat after him. "If I am not a part of the solution, then I am part of the problem," Green said, the audience reciting ... (Source: Augusta Chronicle 2010-11-14T02:24:01Z)

Lingerie Football League Team May Be Playing in Oklahoma City (Video)

A Lingerie Football League wants to open bring a team of ladies to Oklahoma City. Mayor Mick Cornett is not thrilled, but says that he can't stop it alone. He is one vote out of nine. Oklahoma City recently acquired its first pro-basketball team called The ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-14T16:28:41Z)

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)

Amazon Pulls 'Pedophile Guide' Amid Outrage

An e-book for sale on Amazon.com entitled "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure," was apparently pulled by the online retailer late Wednesday after shocked consumers across the nation called for a boycott. The title, authored by Phillips Greaves, was ... (Source: FOX News 2010-11-11T09:08:26Z)

Murray leaves No. 19 Oklahoma's game

NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Starting running back DeMarco Murray went to locker room in the second quarter of No. 19 Oklahoma's game against Texas Tech on Saturday. Murray had his pads off and trainers appeared to be examining his chest on the sidelines before ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-11-13T22:20:38Z)

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)

OKC Mayor Mick Cornett: I never said I wouldn't allow Lingerie Football League

While a quote attributed to Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett drew strong reaction by the Lingerie Football League , Cornett says he was misunderstood. "I'm just one vote out of nine," Cornett said. "But I'm against it." LFL officials will ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-11-13T00:23:31Z)

'Pedophile's Guide' gone from Amazon

Following mounting public protests, a self-published book advocating adult-child sex is no longer available for sale on Amazon. The book, "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure: a Child-lover's Code of Conduct " by Philip R. Greaves II, includes ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-11T20:28:28Z)

'Pedophile's Guide' pulled from Amazon.com

(CNN) -- "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure: A Child-Lover's Code of Conduct" was pulled from Amazon.com, a spokesman confirmed Thursday, after thousands of users posted angry comments and threats to boycott the site. The self-published e-book was ... (Source: CNN 2010-11-12T01:21:58Z)

Hundreds mourn teen killed at party

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. (AP) — Cory Green stood over his nephew's coffin and asked the hundreds of mourners gathered to touch one another and repeat after him. "If I am not a part of the solution, then I am part of the problem," Green said, the audience ... (Source: times-georgian.com 2010-11-14T09:26:21Z)

No Lingerie Football in Oklahoma City, is Mayor Cornett Being Prudish

No Lingerie Football in Oklahoma City's city owned venues says Mayor Mick Cornett. As far as the mayor is concerned there will be no chance of Lingerie Football League games in his town. Who does this hurt: the league or the fans? While this decision may ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-14T00:29:29Z)

NBA finally approves record sale of Golden State Warriors to group headed by Joseph Lacob ...

CHICAGO -- The Chris Cohan era of the Golden State Warriors is officially over. Friday, the NBA and the Warriors announced the league's board of governors unanimously approved the sale of the franchise for a record $450 million. Joseph Lacob, a Menlo Park ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-13T03:36:47Z)

DeMarco Murray exits OU game, returns

NORMAN, Okla. -- Starting running back DeMarco Murray went to locker room in the second quarter of Oklahoma 's (No. 16 BCS, No. 19 AP) game against Texas Tech on Saturday but returned after halftime. Murray had his pads off and trainers appeared to be ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-13T23:03:35Z)

Golden State Warriors sale to Lacob, Guber is finally approved by NBA

CHICAGO -- The NBA announced Friday morning that the sale of the Golden State Warriors franchise has been completed following unanimous approval by the NBA Board of Governors. Joseph Lacob, a Menlo Park venture capitalist, and Peter Guber, CEO of Mandalay ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-13T12:12:11Z)

Force Moves Back to Within Two Rounds of Hagan for NHRA Funny Car Championship

POMONA, Calif. – John Force picked up a critical bonus point in qualifying Friday at the 46th Annual Auto Club NHRA Finals to move back within two rounds of points-leader Matt Hagan in the race for the 2010 Funny Car championship. The one bonus point he ... (Source: Who Won 2010-11-13T21:44:50Z)

Hundreds Mourn Teen Killed at Georgia House Party

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. | Cory Green stood over his nephew's coffin and asked the hundreds of mourners gathered to touch one another and repeat after him. "If I am not a part of the solution, then I am part of the problem," Green said, the audience reciting his ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-11-14T08:43:24Z)

New Mexico 23, Air Force 48

USAFA, CO (Sports Network) - The Air Force Falcons totaled 373 rushing yards and six touchdowns on the ground, en route to a 48-23 victory over the New Mexico Lobos in a Mountain West Conference showdown at Falcon Stadium. Nathan Walker, who scored one of ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-11-14T03:57:04Z)

Walmart Black Friday Ad 2010

Walmart Black Friday Ad 2010 :Target Black Friday ad 2010. The main holiday season is yet weeks away but many retail giants have plunged themselves into the sales a bit early. And many people as early as today, are looking for the Black Friday Ads, Deals ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-11T02:20:25Z)

Motorcycle club says 3 members seriously injured in S. California crash will survive

SAN DIEGO - The president of a Southern California motorcycle club says three members who were seriously injured in a crash that killed five people are expected to survive. Carl Smith of Saddletramps Motorcycle Club said Sunday that one San Diego man ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-14T21:00:42Z)

Home Sweet Home: Oklahoma Sooners Spike Texas Tech

There really is no place like home for the Oklahoma Sooners. One week after a disappointing loss on the road to the Texas A&M Aggies, Oklahoma once again looked like a championship caliber team on their home field, routing the Texas Tech Red Raiders 45-7 ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-11-14T16:50:10Z)

Air Force backup quarterback Dietz leads Falcons over struggling New Mexico, 48-23

AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. - Asher Clark rushed for 95 yards and two touchdowns and Air Force overcame the loss of quarterback Tim Jefferson to beat New Mexico 48-23 on Saturday. Backup quarterback Connor Dietz threw for one touchdown and ran for another ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-14T02:38:20Z)

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