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Deals of the Hour / November 20, 2010, 12:42 pm

B-CU, FAMU fans united, divided by loyalty

DAYTONA BEACH -- Kevin James Jr.'s decision to go to Bethune-Cookman University was "a no-brainer." The need to wear maroon and gold was ingrained in the sophomore's brain since he was a child by his father, a Wildcats graduate. Kevin James Sr., 49, had to ... (Source: Daytona Beach News-Journal 2010-11-20T07:10:23Z)

McPherson College names winners of challenge

McPHERSON, Kan. (AP) - Five McPherson College students have won the school's Global Enterprise Challenge. Their winning entry, called Beyond Isles, involves creating a community market involving both a physical marketplace for agricultural and clothing ... (Source: koamtv 2010-11-20T20:03:29Z)

Irish, EU, IMF face marathon talks for loan deal

DUBLIN -- As EU experts dug through the books of Ireland's debt-crippled banks, the question moved from whether Ireland will take an international bailout to under what conditions. On the firing line was Ireland's prized low business tax, which the ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-20T16:35:53Z)

Obama urges senators to back Russian nuke treaty

Washington — Insisting the nation's security could be in peril, President Barack Obama rallied former diplomatic and military chiefs from both parties Thursday to pressure reluctant Republican senators to ratify a nuclear weapons deal with Russia. He ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-11-19T06:07:09Z)

Timothy Wells gets a prison sentence of 16 years to life

Former college professor Timothy D. Wells said Friday that he felt overwhelmed by personal and professional failures when he strangled his wife nearly a year ago. Wells, who received a prison term of 16 years to life for intentional second-degree murder in ... (Source: Democrat and Chronicle 2010-11-20T09:55:02Z)

College Football Preview: Bethune-Cookman vs. Florida A&M

Who should win: The Wildcats haven't lost one yet, but FAMU is on a six-game winning streak. One indication as to why B-CU should win is that they've outscored their MEAC foes by a combined 193 points, while FAMU has outscored the same teams by 54 points ... (Source: Florida Times-Union 2010-11-20T07:31:52Z)

Republican irresponsibility on START

The Republican attempt to derail ratification of the new START arms control treaty with Russia is a reminder of how far the GOP is willing to go merely to deal the president a political defeat. "When Majority Leader Harry Reid asked me if I thought the ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-17T15:49:20Z)

Unions say cuts may finally drive Irish to the streets

DUBLIN (Reuters) - An Irish public that has quietly endured harsh cuts so far may finally run out of patience and take to the streets when the deeply unpopular government unveils its next austerity measures, labor unions said on Saturday. "I think we're ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-20T17:40:19Z)

Former prof. gets 16 years for strangling wife

A fired college professor has been sentenced to 16 years to life in prison for strangling his wife and taking her body to a suburban Rochester park because it was her favorite place. Timothy Wells apologized during Friday morning's sentencing to killing ... (Source: Corning Evening Times 2010-11-19T16:51:24Z)

Pirates give up on Duke, LaRoche, Young

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates won't offer contracts to left-hander Zach Duke and infielders Andy LaRoche and Delwyn Young, designating them for assignment in moves that effectively make them free agents. The Pirates chose to create roster space ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-11-20T17:40:19Z)

Wells Fargo will pay Citigroup $100 million to settle lawsuit over Wachovia deal

NEW YORK (AP) — Wells Fargo & Co. has agreed to pay $100 million to Citigroup Inc. to settle a dispute related to its acquisition of Wachovia Corp. in October 2008, at the height of the financial crisis. Wachovia was teetering on the brink of collapse ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-19T18:31:37Z)

Amazon eases Kindle book gift restrictions

Amazon.com Inc. has begun allowing customers to give its Kindle e-books to others. Before, customers could give only gift certificates to cover the cost of an e-book. Amazon.com Inc. has begun allowing customers to give its Kindle e-books to others. Before ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-11-20T08:14:49Z)

Wells Fargo will pay Citigroup $100 million to settle Wachovia lawsuit

Two banks that clashed over dueling deals to buy Wachovia Corp. announced a $100-million legal settlement Friday. Wells Fargo & Co. will pay Citigroup Inc. to resolve all claims in the dispute, the banks said in a joint statement. The payment caps a feud ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-20T01:55:25Z)

Ex-college professor who strangled wife gets 16 years

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - A fired college professor has been sentenced to 16 years to life in prison for strangling his wife and taking her body to an upstate New York park because it was her favorite place. Timothy Wells apologized during Friday morning's ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-19T16:44:14Z)

Animal shelter facing eviction

MISSION, Kan. (AP) - A Kansas City-area animal center facing eviction is trying to find homes for more than 100 dogs and cats. The Kansas City Star reports that Pet Connection in Mission was late paying its November rent, and could be evicted if it doesn't ... (Source: koamtv 2010-11-20T19:42:00Z)

Viva la revolucion? Critics contend the goals of the Mexican Revolution remain elusive

MEXICO CITY - As Mexico prepares to mark 100 years since a revolution fought to install democracy and improve the lot of the country's landless peasants, many are focusing on how short it fell from its mark. Mexico's democracy is anemic and the plight of ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-19T19:43:12Z)

Two bodies recovered Friday from vehicle in Arkansas River

The bodies of a man and a woman were found in a silver 1999 Chevrolet Blazer that was pulled from the Arkansas River on Friday afternoon, southeast of Arkansas City, in what authorities said appeared to be an accident. The victims were identified Friday ... (Source: Arkansas City Traveler 2010-11-20T18:08:57Z)

Wells Fargo to pay Citigroup $100 million over Wachovia deal

Wells Fargo agreed to pay $100 million for scuttling Citigroup's takeover of Wachovia with a higher bid during the depths of the financial crisis. The payment to New York-based Citigroup resolves ``all claims related to this dispute,'' Citigroup and San ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-11-19T21:23:24Z)

Ireland, EU, IMF face marathon talks to forge bailout loan for banks; talks could run 2 weeks

DUBLIN - As EU experts dug through the books of Ireland's debt-crippled banks, the question moved from whether Ireland will take an international bailout to under what conditions. On the firing line was Ireland's prized low business tax, which the ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-20T16:35:53Z)

Republican Whip Deals Blow to Nuclear Arms Treaty Vote

(Updates with comment by State Department spokesman in seventh paragraph.) Nov. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Arizona Senator Jon Kyl, the Senate's second-ranking Republican, said he doesn't think an arms control treaty with Russia will be voted on this year ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-16T20:36:51Z)

New Mexico vs Brigham Young live online on your PC

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Wildcats coach: no superstars going against Florida A&M

As if his football team hasn't turned enough heads with its 10 straight wins, Brian Jenkins had one more surprise about Bethune-Cookman University during his weekly conference call. There are no super stars on the Wildcats' team, Jenkins said, and he makes ... (Source: Tallahassee Democrat 2010-11-20T05:58:48Z)

Arkansas vs Mississippi live online on your PC

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This day in history

T oday's Highlight in History: On Nov. 20, 1910, the Mexican Revolution of 1910, which overthrew longtime President Porfirio Diaz, had its beginnings under the Plan of San Luis Potosi that had been issued by Francisco I. Madero. On this date: In 1620 ... (Source: Lincoln Daily News 2010-11-20T13:36:56Z)

Pirates leave lefty Duke off 40-man roster

The Pirates answered any lingering questions that may have remained about Zach Duke's future with the franchise by leaving the left-hander off the team's 40-man roster Friday. Infielders Andy LaRoche and Delwyn Young also were left off the roster, which ... (Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010-11-20T04:54:23Z)

Pirates Won't Offer Contracts To Duke, LaRoche, Young

The Pirates won't offer contracts to left-hander Zach Duke and infielders Andy LaRoche and Delwyn Young, designating them for assignment in moves that effectively make them free agents, according to an ESPN.com report on Friday. (Source: RealGM.com 2010-11-20T06:34:36Z)

Mexican Revolution's goals elusive

MEXICO CITY — As Mexico prepares to mark 100 years since a revolution fought to install democracy and improve the lot of the country's landless peasants, many are focusing on how short it fell from its mark. Mexico's democracy is anemic and the ... (Source: Sentinel-Record 2010-11-20T06:27:26Z)

Amazon aims to give filmmakers foot in the door

Amazon.com Inc. is starting a Web business aimed at helping filmmakers get their movies onto the big screen. Amazon Studios, which the online retailer announced Tuesday, is seeking full-length films and scripts from filmmakers and screenwriters that can be ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-11-20T07:53:20Z)

Spanish La Liga Almeria v Barcelona Live!

Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta is focused only on tomorrow's Primera Division clash with Almeria despite all the hype surrounding next Monday's 'Clasico' against Real Madrid at the Nou Camp . All the talk among football fans and press in Spain ... (Source: World-Track and Field Website 2010-11-20T20:24:57Z)

E Ink, maker of Kindle display, to offer color

Up until now, people who have bought e-readers have had to make a compromise: either read in color on a highly reflective screen, or read in shades of gray on a display that's easy to make out even outdoors. NEW YORK – Up until now, people who have bought ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-11-09T17:24:44Z)

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