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Deals of the Hour / November 21, 2010, 2:41 am

TJ Maxx Selling Apple iPads for $100 Off, Today

Discount retailer TJ Maxx is offering discounted Apple iPads for $100 off, the company confirmed via its Twitter acccount on Thursday night. The black, 16-Gbyte Wi-Fi iPads are on sale now at selected TJ Maxx stores, but the stores aren't being advertised ... (Source: PC Magazine 2010-11-19T19:57:31Z)

As shopping hours encroach on turkey time, Black Friday bargain hunters may miss out

The marquee on Route 1 North outside Quaker Bridge Mall announcing the center's 5 a.m. Black Friday opening tells only part of the story. In reality, shoppers who begin their holiday buying frenzy in the early morning hours the day after Thanksgiving ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-11-21T03:20:08Z)

Marist football ends season with a loss

The Marist College football team scored first Saturday but were shut out the rest of the way while giving up a pair of touchdowns, the Red Foxes losing their season finale 14-7 to host Georgetown. The Red Foxes ended the season 3-8, including a 2-6 mark in ... (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2010-11-21T08:06:28Z)

Big deals are a big deal again

From Caterpillar to Chevron to Google, some of the best-known names in corporate America are scooping up smaller companies, finally putting the piles of cash they've been sitting on to use and positioning themselves for a stronger economic recovery. The ... (Source: Florida Today 2010-11-16T06:03:33Z)

Knicks report: Getting inside

Amar'e Stoudemire labeled the trip as "special," and considering where the Knicks were before they embarked on their four-game Western swing, it definitely was significant that they return home a much different team after getting three wins. "Right now, we ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-21T08:20:47Z)

Pouncey Prepares for Final Snaps at Swamp

When Mike Pouncey takes his final jog out of the ­tunnel inside Ben Hill Griffin ­Stadium today, this season's shortcomings will be ­momentarily washed away. The sick feeling of Florida's 6-4 season will be an afterthought as the senior center from ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-11-20T13:01:09Z)

Defense helps the Hoyas end with a win

Phillip Oladeji and Dalen Claytor each rushed for touchdowns and Georgetown held Marist scoreless in the final three quarters for a 14-7 win Saturday at the Multi-Sport Field. Ryan Dinnebeil scored on a four-yard run to give Marist (3-8) a 7-0 lead in the ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-21T07:52:09Z)

Daytime Dial: Who's the father?

ALL MY CHILDREN: Ryan and Greenlee made love. Opal was admitted to the hospital with chest pains. Jake wasn't happy to see Griffin working at the hospital in Pine Valley. Colby was all flustered after seeing a bare-chested Caleb. Kendall invited JR and ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-11-21T09:53:50Z)

Griffin scores 21 as Boston U routs Marist 58-37

Matt Griffin scored 21 points, knocking down five 3-pointers, and Boston University used solid defense in the second half to cruise to an easy 58-37 win over Marist on Friday night. BOSTON – Matt Griffin scored 21 points, knocking down five 3-pointers ... (Source: Tacoma News Tribune 2010-11-18T23:54:55Z)

Crank up the deal machine

NEW YORK – Big deals are a big deal again. From Caterpillar to Chevron to Google, some of the best-known names in corporate America are scooping up smaller companies, finally putting the piles of cash they've been sitting on to use and positioning ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-11-21T08:56:35Z)

$399 iPads at T.J. Maxx: Black Friday Alert

Discount retailer T.J. Maxx reportedly has 16GB WiFi iPads in stock--and they're giving them away for $399. Engadget reports that a tipster named Aaron discovered Apple's prized tablet selling for $100 off the asking price at a T.J. Maxx in Vernon, New ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-19T15:54:08Z)

Griffin wins the battle, Knicks win the war

After sitting out all of last season with a broken left kneecap, the Clippers rookie entered Saturday's game averaging a double-double (16.5 PPG, 10.5 RPG). Griffin exploded for 44 points on 14-24 shooting Saturday to set a Clippers rookie record, breaking ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-21T08:42:16Z)

Android This Week: TV; Ads Add Up; 1M in 40 Days

Mobile ads are becoming big business on the Android platform, as ad impressions on the platform drew even with those on the iOS platform for the first time. Android grew from 29 percent of ad impressions last month, to grab 37 percent in the latest figures ... (Source: CNN Money 2010-11-20T13:58:25Z)

Pouncey looking forward to special senior sendoff

When Mike Pouncey takes his final jog out of the tunnel inside Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Saturday, this season's shortcomings will be momentarily washed away. The sick feeling of Florida's 6-4 season will be an afterthought as the senior center from ... (Source: Gatorsports.com 2010-11-19T22:20:40Z)

China's Comac signs deals for 100 aircraft orders

China's Comac has signed orders to sell 100 of its homegrown single-aisle C919 passenger jets to Chinese airlines and international customers, mounting a challenge to Boeing and Airbus in one of the world's biggest aircraft markets. The orders were signed ... (Source: Salon 2010-11-16T04:30:29Z)

Apple iPad on sale at TJ Maxx, and reportedly Marshalls, for $400

The iPad has landed at TJ Maxx for about $400, and according to various tech and Apple blogs, Marshalls is selling it for the same price. The two bargain retailers, both owned by The TJX Companies , are reportedly selling the entry level iPad, which is Wi ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-19T23:03:37Z)

Early Black Friday deals to stretch out shopping spirit

Color the Friday after Thanksgiving a different shade of black this year. Traditionally, Black Friday has always been the official kickoff of holiday shopping, when bargain-hungry consumers line up outside stores before dawn to take advantage of blowout ... (Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 2010-11-20T19:56:19Z)

Steals & Deals: Every Monday is Cyber Monday at CVS.com

As always, orders over $50 are eligible for free shipping and you can follow CVS/pharmacy on Twitter at http://twitter.com/CVS_Extra and Facebook to learn about upcoming promotions. In addition to these deals, now through November 14,  CVS.com will give ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-11-12T12:27:41Z)

Daytime dramas

"All My Children": Jake recognized Griffin, the new doctor at the hospital, as the man who stole Carolyn from him in Sudan, and he punched him. Greenlee and Ryan made love. Opal had chest pains, and Tad took her to the hospital. Colby saw Asher with no ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-20T08:07:39Z)

Retailers start early launch of Black Friday deals

If you think the season has arrived a little early, you're right. With Christmas on a Saturday, there is one fewer weekend of holiday shopping than in some other years, and retailers have started early to compensate. There are only a few days to go before ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-19T02:03:46Z)

AT&T Introduces Samsung Galaxy Tab With Pay-As-You-Go Monthly Data Plans, Easy Activation Directly on ...

DALLAS , Nov. 15, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T * and Samsung Telecommunications America ( Samsung Mobile ),  the  No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S.(1), today announced the Samsung Galaxy Tab™ will launch on Sunday,  Nov. 21 on the nation's fastest ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-15T17:53:24Z)

In holiday shopping, Small Business Saturday is small business' rebuttal to Black Friday

The Friday after Thanksgiving has seen Ali Kutner practicing a sad custom in recent years. She opens her Bohema Artisan & Vintage Boutique on Ridge Avenue in Roxborough, only to experience none of the buying mania that prompted the day's designation as ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-21T07:59:19Z)

Big corporate deals making a comeback

NEW YORK — Big deals are a big deal again. From Caterpillar to Chevron to Google, some of the best-known corporate names in are scooping up smaller companies, finally putting the piles of cash they've been sitting on to use and positioning themselves ... (Source: The Chronicle Herald 2010-11-16T09:52:37Z)

Samsung Galaxy Tab: Black Friday Deals Revealed

If you're thinking about getting a Samsung Galaxy Tab one-panel slate this holiday season, Black Friday (November 26) may be the perfect time to get it on the cheap. Sprint and Verizon are offering $50 discounts on the tablet device at several national ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-17T23:56:06Z)

Small Business Saturday pushed

A ll I want for Christmas is a few new customers. The focus over the next few weeks will be on the malls and the big-box retailers as shoppers flock to the big name stores hunting for holiday deals. What about the rest of us? The small shops with ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-21T05:57:37Z)

Soap opera updates: Stephanie prepares for brain surgery on 'B&B'

ALL MY CHILDREN: Colby tells JR to stop using Asher to get back at Caleb. Colby sees Asher with no shirt on and tries to hide the effect it has on her. Despite Caleb's warning to stay away from JR, Asher accepts his offer to move into the mansion. Caleb ... (Source: Bradenton Herald 2010-11-21T04:03:05Z)

Future of Embraer China plant depends on Beijing

ZHUHAI, China — Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer says it is still awaiting Beijing's permission to assemble a more advanced plane in China that would keep its joint venture in the country open. The president of Embraer China, Guan Dongyuan, refused to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-17T05:55:12Z)

Stoudemire drops 39, helps Knicks fend-off Clippers

LOS ANGELES -- Amare Stoudemire had 39 points and 11 rebounds, Danilo Gallinari scored 17 of his career high-tying 31 points in the fourth quarter, and the New York Knicks completed a three-game California sweep with a 124-115 victory over the league-worst ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-21T06:26:15Z)

China's domestic plane industry forging ahead

ZHUHAI, China — The Zhuhai air show is showcasing China's ambitions to create Asia's first successful commercial airplane business in a challenge to Airbus and Boeing's long-standing domination of the industry. Plane builder Commercial Aircraft ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-16T10:42:43Z)

Emotional farewell for Florida Gators seniors in last game at The Swamp

GAINESVILLE — Standing in the tunnel minutes before running onto Florida Field for the last time, safety Ahmad Black and center Mike Pouncey could not control themselves. Black and Pouncey, two of 23 Gator seniors playing their final home game Saturday ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-11-21T01:04:08Z)

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