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Deals of the Hour / November 3, 2010, 9:40 am

Windows Phone 7 Mini-Ads Emerge

Redmond-based software giant Microsoft is getting ready to bring to the market in the United States a new mobile operating system, dubbed Windows Phone 7. Announced officially last month, the first handsets running under the platform should become ... (Source: Softpedia 2010-11-01T18:31:29Z)

Violent-game law faces final level: debate in Supreme Court

WASHINGTON — Several Supreme Court justices strongly questioned whether California's attempt to bar the sale of violent video games to minors could possibly meet constitutional muster, during an animated argument yesterday. But others noted in detail ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-03T09:53:43Z)

AIG Closes Sale of Alico; Treasury Seen Making Profit

The Treasury Department said Monday that it expects to earn a profit on its loans to and investments in American International Group Inc., the insurer it helped bail out at the height of the financial crisis. The Treasury's announcement follows AIG's $16.2 ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-01T20:33:10Z)

3rd UPDATE: AIG Closes Alico Sale; Treasury Seen Making Profit

The U.S. Treasury Department said Monday it expects to earn a profit on its loans to and investments in American International Group Inc. ( AIG ), the troubled insurer it helped bail out at the height of the financial crisis. Treasury's announcement ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-11-01T21:59:04Z)

T-Mobile to Offer Lower-Cost Data Plan

T-Mobile said it will to offer a lower-cost data plan as an alternative to the wireless carrier's unlimited options and undercut similar plans offered by rivals The Bellevue, Wash.-based company said its "Tethering and Wi-Fi Sharing Plan," which ... (Source: PMP Today 2010-11-03T13:35:37Z)

Car buyers likelier to find deals later this year

If you're holding out for a bargain on a car, you could be rewarded this month or next. Automakers are more likely to offer promotions on certain makes and models — particularly luxury cars, SUVs and trucks — to clear out their older models and improve ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-01T23:46:27Z)

Car buyers likely to soon find deals

DETROIT -- If you're holding out for a bargain on a car, you could be rewarded later this year. Automakers are more likely to offer promotions on certain makes and models -- particularly luxury cars, sport utility vehicles and trucks -- to clear out their ... (Source: News-Democrat 2010-11-02T06:13:00Z)

Former casino on auction block

ST. LOUIS (AP) — A century-old riverboat that's been a shimmering fixture along St. Louis' Mississippi River banks couldn't survive as an aging casino in the region's fast-growing, glitzier gambling market. But the vessel's sellers are wagering ... (Source: Columbia Daily Tribune 2010-11-02T19:20:24Z)

Supreme Court Weighs Ban On Violent Video Games

The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a California case testing whether states may ban the sale or rental of violent video games to minors. Copyright © 2010 National Public Radio®. For personal, noncommercial use only. See Terms of Use. For ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-03T06:11:48Z)

Car Buyers Likely To Find Deals Later This Year

DETROIT (AP) -- If you're holding out for a bargain on a car, you could be rewarded this month or next. Automakers are more likely to offer promotions on certain makes and models -- particularly luxury cars, SUVs and trucks -- to clear out their older ... (Source: Industrial Distribution 2010-11-02T14:05:26Z)

Tea party-backed Republican Rick Scott wins tight Fla. governors race; Democrat Sink concedes

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Tea party-backed Republican businessman Rick Scott, who ran as an outsider vowing to shake up the political establishment, will be Florida's next governor after Democrat Alex Sink conceded Wednesday that she had lost an extremely ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-03T15:51:38Z)

High court hears arguments in amendment challenge

LITTLE ROCK — A multi-faceted constitutional amendment proposal deals with the single issue of eliminating state restrictions to economic development, a lawyer representing supporters of the measure argued today before the Arkansas Supreme Court ... (Source: Arkansas News Bureau 2010-10-21T20:46:13Z)

Arkansas voters approve right to hunt, other items

Arkansas voters on Tuesday gave their approval to a trio of constitutional amendments, including one that ensures the right to hunt and fish. A measure that gives the Legislature the power to issue bonds to help lure companies to the state was approved, as ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-03T14:04:15Z)

Britain, France sign vast military deals

LONDON, Nov. 3 (UPI) -- Britain and France signed extensive military cooperation deals that foresee aircraft carrier sharing, joint nuclear weapons testing and the coordinated development of high-tech weapons. Valid for 50 years, the deals, signed Tuesday ... (Source: United Press International 2010-11-03T14:47:12Z)

Can Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 Threaten Apple And RIM?

Microsoft is launching its new Windows Phone 7 operating system on nine mobile phones. The company is partnering with AT&T and T-Mobile and is banking on phones from Dell , HTC, LG and Samsung. Microsoft's goal is to push back on the dominance of the ... (Source: Forbes (blog) 2010-11-02T17:54:30Z)

Sam Donnellon: Frisco fans basking in glory of Giants' World Series win

SAN FRANCISCO - The nice thing about your hometown team winning a championship is that you can retreat inside your home when it gets too crazy. The bad thing about being in someone else's hometown when it wins a championship is that your home is in the ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-03T08:49:17Z)

Stately old riverboat on auction block

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 2 (UPI) -- An unseaworthy St. Louis riverboat, the Admiral, once a luxurious art deco engineless cruiser, is on the auction block, its current owner said. St. Louis Marine, a local maritime company, bought the boat last week for an ... (Source: United Press International 2010-11-02T23:23:47Z)

Randy Moss will master the art of interviewing -- himself

So Randy Moss has announced that for the rest of this season he will conduct his own press conferences, providing all the questions as well as the answers, ingeniously removing reporters from the traditional Q&A, in which sportswriters have long played the ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-11-03T16:05:57Z)

Britain and France Sign 50 Year Defense Pact

No one mentioned Agincourt. Or Waterloo. Or Trafalgar. Or even the Norman invasion of Britain in 1066. In an unprecedented move two countries that have spent much of the last thousand years in conflict signed a far reaching defense agreement yesterday. The ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-03T14:04:15Z)

Century-old riverboat for sale in St. Louis

ST. LOUIS | A century-old riverboat that's been a fixture along St. Louis' Mississippi River banks couldn't survive as an aging casino in the region's fast-growing gambling market. Now the vessel's sellers are wagering they can find someone willing to give ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-11-01T20:26:01Z)

The Empire Strikes Back: Explaining the Republican Wave

What a difference two years make. In 2008, President Obama swept into office on a platform of hope and change. All across America, there was a ground swell of voices calling for an end to a political system that upholds the powerful special interests that ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-11-03T16:13:06Z)

Vikings coach Brad Childress fumbles Randy Moss deal

RC : There are probably 25 teams out there who would take talented Moss in a heartbeat. But some of them will do it with a blindfold and a nose plug to keep from seeing and smelling evil. Moss can win you games, but he can also break your heart. Moss maybe ... (Source: USA Today 2010-11-02T23:16:38Z)

Court Hears Amendment Challenge

LITTLE ROCK - A multi-faceted constitutional amendment proposal deals with the single issue of eliminating state restrictions to economic development, a lawyer representing supporters of the measure argued Thursday before the Arkansas Supreme Court ... (Source: Southwest Times Record 2010-10-22T14:54:17Z)

New deals likely for Giants' Bruce Bochy and Brian Sabean

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Texas Rangers GM Jon Daniels said his first offseason priority would be to extend the contract of manager Ron Washington. The Giants ' top brass expects to have a similar conversation about extending manager Bruce Bochy and GM Brian ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-03T12:59:50Z)

Justices express strong views of ban on violent video games

WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court debated sex, violence, and free speech Tuesday, as several justices strongly argued for breaking new ground and upholding a California law that would forbid the sale of violent video games to those under age 18. "Why isn't it ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-11-03T07:09:04Z)

Brad Childress likely to address Randy Moss debacle, job security with Vikings

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota Vikings head coach Brad Childress will attempt to focus on the Arizona Cardinals during his weekly Wednesday press conference. Reporters will likely want to address 'other' things. The Randy Moss debacle and the growing ... (Source: KARE 2010-11-03T16:05:57Z)

AIG raises $37 billion from Alico sale and IPO in effort to repay U.S. bailout

In its ongoing effort to repay taxpayers , bailed-out insurance giant American International Group in recent days has raised nearly $37 billion through the sale of one of its premier subsidiaries and the initial public offering of another. AIG announced ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-02T07:31:44Z)

UK, France To Share Defense, Security Duties

(LONDON) — Europe's two nuclear-armed powers will strike a deal Tuesday to share warhead testing facilities as the leaders of Britain and France finalize plans for unprecedented cooperation on defense and security. British Prime Minister David Cameron ... (Source: Time 2010-11-02T14:41:14Z)

Republican win to deal only tweaks to healthcare

Republicans' big victories in Congress could compel a second look at parts of President Barack Obama's sweeping healthcare overhaul, but any changes will be subtle and a far cry from the blanket repeal vowed by party leaders. Democrats' continued control ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-03T15:37:19Z)

Giant Heroics: Champs Bring 1st World Series to San Francisco

The San Francisco Giants won their first World Series with a 3-1 Game 5 victory over the Texas Rangers. It was the first title for the Giants franchise since 1954, four years before they moved from New York. Giants' SS Edgar Renteria , who was talking ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-11-03T13:28:28Z)

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