Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / November 4, 2010, 7:40 pm

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)

Amazon TV and Blu-ray Player Sale expected this Friday

We reported a couple hours ago that Sears has officially announced their Black Friday Now Sales promotion starting this Friday. Sears will be not the only retailer that will offer deals this Friday that marks the beginning of the Black Friday 2010 Sales ... (Source: I4U 2010-10-28T12:59:47Z)

Martin O'Malley: the Democrats' rising star?

In an election defined by discontent, Maryland bucked the national mood Tuesday, voting for contentment in the person of Martin O'Malley, the Democratic governor. His triumph marked the birth of a new star in an otherwise demoralized national Democratic ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-04T14:24:33Z)

SpaceShipOne designer Burt Rutan is retiring

Aerospace maverick Burt Rutan, who designed the historic globe-circling Voyager aircraft and the first private manned rocket to reach space, will retire next year. Rutan, 67, announced his plans Wednesday on the website of Mojave-based Scaled Composites ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-03T21:35:14Z)

Car buyers likelier to find deals later this year

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, SUVs and trucks — to clear out their older models and improve ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-01T22:42:01Z)

Democratic Gov. Martin O'Malley Wins Rematch in Maryland

Democratic incumbent Gov. Martin O'Malley has won a second term in a rematch with Republican former Gov. Robert Ehrlich. Early returns show O'Malley winning. The victory provides a rare bright spot for Democrats bracing for big losses in both congressional ... (Source: FOX News 2010-11-03T03:48:39Z)

Learn your way around the nondairy case

When it comes to milk, cows seem practically passe. Grocers these days are jammed with milks made from almonds, rice, hazelnuts, cashews and - of course - soybeans. The trick to enjoying these beverages is to match the best variety with how you plan to use ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2010-11-03T21:49:33Z)

APNewsBreak: Burt Rutan, who designed 1st private manned spacecraft, plans to retire next year

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Burt Rutan , the maverick designer who ushered the first privately funded manned rocket into space, will retire next year. Rutan, 67, announced his retirement plans Wednesday on the website of Mohave-based Scaled Composites LLC, which ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-03T19:19:13Z)

Amazon Black Friday Countdown Deals for Nov. 5th unveiled

Amazon will hold another Black Friday Countdown sale this Friday. We just received the list of deals Amazon will offer tomorrow. As already expected Amazon is matching some of the deals Walmart has announced for their weekend electronics sale. The laptop ... (Source: I4U 2010-11-04T21:41:12Z)

France announces $22.8 billion in uranium, plane deals with China; signs nuclear partnership

PARIS - France announced euro16 billion ($22.8 billion) in deals Thursday to sell uranium, technology and more than 100 Airbus planes to China, and the two countries also agreed to a sweeping strategic partnership on nuclear power. Chinese President Hu ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-04T23:50:03Z)

China, France Seal Airbus, Areva Deals in $22.7 Billion Visit

Nov. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Chinese President Hu Jintao and French President Nicolas Sarkozy signed contracts on 102 Airbus SAS planes and a $3.5 billion uranium agreement with Areva SA as part of a 16 billion-euro ($22.7 billion) round of trade deals. The two ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-04T19:32:21Z)

Panasonic Invests $30M Tesla Motors (TSLA) In Private Placement at $21.25/Share

Late Wednesday, Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA ) announced that Panasonic has invested $30 million in the company. The investment was made through the purchase of Tesla common stock in a private placement at a price of $21.15 per share. Shares of Tesla closed ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-11-04T11:04:07Z)

Democratic Gov. Martin O'Malley wins a 2nd term in rematch with Republican Robert Ehrlich

BALTIMORE - Democratic incumbent Gov. Martin O'Malley has won a second term in a rematch with Republican former Gov. Robert Ehrlich (UR'-lihk). Early returns show O'Malley winning. The victory provides a rare bright spot for Democrats bracing for big ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-03T01:32:38Z)

Don't overlook the (nondairy) milk case

When it comes to milk, cows seem practically passe. Grocers these days are jammed with milks made from almonds, rice, hazelnuts, cashews and - of course - soy beans. The trick to enjoying these beverages is to match the best variety with how you plan to ... (Source: Southtown Star 2010-11-04T08:33:47Z)

Spaceshipone Designer Plans to Retire

MOJAVE, Calif. (AP) Burt Rutan, who designed the first privately funded manned rocket to reach space, plans to retire next year. The announcement was made Wednesday on the website of Scaled Composites LLC, which Rutan founded in 1982. Rutan's pending ... (Source: WSLS.com 2010-11-03T18:43:26Z)

A new No. 1 in golf: Lee Westwood ends Tiger Woods' 5-year reign

SHANGHAI (AP) — For the first time in more than five years, Tiger Woods is no longer golf's No. 1 player. Lee Westwood of England took the top ranking Sunday after PGA champion Martin Kaymer failed to finish among the top two at the Andalucia Masters in ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-10-31T15:55:11Z)

Panasonic Invests $30 Million in Tesla: Companies Strengthen Collaborative Relationship

PALO ALTO, Calif.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Panasonic Corporation and Tesla Motors  (NASDAQ:TSLA) today announced that Panasonic has invested $30 million in Tesla. The investment was made through the purchase of Tesla common stock in a private placement at a ... (Source: Business Wire 2010-11-03T09:53:43Z)

Top Corporations Aid U.S. Chamber of Commerce Campaign

Prudential Financial sent in a $2 million donation last year as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce kicked off a national advertising campaign to weaken the historic rewrite of the nation's financial regulations. Dow Chemical delivered $1.7 million to the ... (Source: CNBC 2010-10-22T13:28:23Z)

Analysis: Republican win could revive U.S. trade deals

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Three long-delayed trade agreements with South Korea, Panama and Colombia could jump to the top of the U.S. congressional agenda if Republicans win control of the House of Representatives next week. While the fate of those deals ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-28T21:49:30Z)

France announces $22.8B in deals with China

France announced €16 billion ($22.8 billion) in deals Thursday to sell uranium, technology and more than 100 Airbus planes to China, and the two countries also agreed to a sweeping strategic partnership on nuclear power. Chinese President Hu Jintao's ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-04T23:42:53Z)

Healthy Plate | Nondairy milks: Choosing the right one for the job

When it comes to milk, cows seem practically passé. Grocers these days are jammed with milks made from almonds, rice, hazelnuts, cashews and — of course — soybeans. The trick to enjoying these beverages is to match the best variety with how you plan ... (Source: Courier-Journal 2010-11-04T12:58:39Z)

UPDATE 4-China's Hu gives France G20 backing, signs deals

PARIS, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Chinese President Hu Jintao and France's Nicolas Sarkozy voiced joint support on Thursday for reform of the global monetary system and pledged close cooperation as Paris prepares to take over the G20 presidency. As Hu kicked off a ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-04T20:51:05Z)

China Signs $22 Billion In Deals With French Firms

France won euro16 billion ($22.8 billion) in deals Thursday to sell uranium and Airbus planes to China during the pomp-filled visit of the Asian country's president. As Hu Jintao and President Nicolas Sarkozy looked on, French and Chinese business leaders ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-04T19:25:11Z)

Tiger Woods shoots 68 at HSBC Champions

S HANGHAI — Francesco Molinari ran off four straight birdies toward the end of his round Thursday for a 7-under 65 to grab the lead in the HSBC Champions and take some of the spotlight off the battle for No. 1 in the world. Lee Westwood, Tiger Woods and ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-04T23:14:15Z)

Amazon Expands Disc+ On Demand to Over 10,000 Titles

Blockbuster's brick-and-mortar business is feeling the wrath of streaming video services, just as mom-and-pop video rental shops felt the wrath of Blockbuster roughly a decade ago. And it's not just Netflix. Amazon this week announced the expansion of its ... (Source: Maximum PC 2010-11-04T13:12:58Z)

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)

Panasonic invests $30m in Tesla

(MENAFN - Asia Pulse) Panasonic Corporation and Tesla Motors (NASDAQ:TSLA) today announced that Panasonic has invested $30 million in Tesla. The investment was made through the purchase of Tesla common stock in a private placement at a price of $21.15 per ... (Source: MENAFN 2010-11-04T08:26:38Z)

Lee Westwood goes to No. 1, overtakes Tiger Woods

SHANGHAI - For the first time in more than five years, Tiger Woods is no longer golf's No. 1 player. Lee Westwood of England took the top ranking Sunday after PGA champion Martin Kaymer failed to finish among the top two at the Andalucia Masters in Spain ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-01T07:40:05Z)

Legal appeal sent to UN for jailed Nobel winner

WASHINGTON (AFP) – Lawyers for China's Nobel Peace laureate Liu Xiaobo said they have sent an appeal to a UN panel in hopes it will find his imprisonment and his wife's house arrest to be illegal. The lawyers sent a petition to the UN Working Group on ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-05T01:51:44Z)

Rove Groups, U.S. Chamber Build Winning Record in Elections

Nov. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Republican-leaning political organizations, including Karl Rove's American Crossroads, spent $167 million on the U.S. midterm elections and came out on the winning side of almost twice as many races as they lost. Rove's American ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-04T10:35:29Z)

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