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Deals of the Hour / November 6, 2010, 11:40 pm

Jenson Button escapes armed attack in Brazil

Here's what we know. Reigning Formula One world champion Jenson Button has survived an armed attack on the vehicle in which he, his father, trainer and manager were being transported back to their hotel in Sao Paulo, Brazil after Saturday's qualifying ... (Source: Autoblog 2010-11-07T06:07:04Z)

Guinea president sets 'final' runoff election date for November 7

Conakry, Guinea (CNN) -- Guinea's interim president, Gen. Sekouba Konate, on Wednesday set the date of the country's much-delayed presidential runoff election for November 7, a day after the nation's prime minister said voters would go to the polls on ... (Source: CNN 2010-10-28T10:58:06Z)

Former TV host Gary Collins gets court date

ACKSON, Miss. -- A Dec. 9 court date has been set for actor and former TV host Gary Collins, who was cited for allegedly leaving the scene of a car accident in Mississippi. Jackson police officer Colendula Green said an arrest warrant was prepared for ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-05T16:25:03Z)

The Secrets Behind Black Friday Leaks

Word is already out: Black Friday sales, which traditionally begin the Friday after Thanksgiving, have been leaked to websites and news outlets throughout the country. If you want to find out what discounts your favorite store is offering, chances are that ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-02T18:44:37Z)

UPDATED: More than 1,900 join anti-bullying Facebook page created in memory of late ...

A Facebook page simply titled "Cassidy Joy Andel" has become a virtual anti-bullying rally point for more than 1,900 people. "Create T-shirts! Pass them out and tell her story," one post read. "And maybe start taking control and make consequences ... (Source: Grand Forks Herald 2010-11-06T03:02:08Z)

Facebook 'Deals' lets businesses big and small offer discounts, rewards

NEW YORK, N.Y. - People who use Facebook to "check in" to their favourite restaurants or shops can now expect to see rewards and discounts from companies looking to drum up business and lure in loyal customers. Facebook is looking to bridge online ... (Source: Brandon Sun 2010-11-03T20:23:39Z)

Google to make more deals like YouTube, DoubleClick

Google is likely to buy more companies about the size of YouTube and DoubleClick, its two largest acquisitions, to help offer more online services, said the company's head of mergers and acquisitions. "The world changes really quickly, and companies that ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-06T16:23:52Z)

This year, stores push Black Friday into October

Attention bargain shoppers! It is October -- and Black Friday specials are here. The year's most popular discount shopping event, referring to the Friday after Thanksgiving, is arriving ahead of Halloween this year with some promotions beginning this week ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-10-29T17:59:15Z)

UO president to undergo prostate cancer surgery

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere has been diagnosed with prostate cancer but is expected to make a full recovery following surgery scheduled later this month. University officials said Friday the cancer was detected ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T15:40:55Z)

Discounts offered in Facebook check-in 'Deals'

If you use Facebook to "check in" to your favorite restaurants or shops, you can now expect to see rewards and discounts from companies looking to drum up business and lure in loyal customers. Facebook is looking to bridge online advertising with people's ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-05T07:42:30Z)

Von Pinnon: Dismissing Facebook info like sticking head in sand

On several instances in recent years, The Forum has fielded complaints from readers and even some fellow journalists upset with us for using or quoting in stories information from Facebook and other social media sites. On several instances in recent years ... (Source: INFORUM 2010-11-07T04:19:41Z)

UPDATE 1-Guinea election rivals accept delayed poll date

CONAKRY, Oct 28 (Reuters) - Rivals in Guinea's presidential election have accepted a further delay in a decisive run-off vote that observers said should give them time to soothe tensions after violent flare-ups between their supporters. Citing the need to ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-28T11:41:03Z)

Daylight Saving Time 2010 - Get an extra hour of sleep

The ending of Daylight saving (not savings) time is here! The official US Daylight Saving Time Schedule for 2010 ends Sunday, the 7tht of November at 2:00 am. An easy way to remember to set your clocks forward an hour in the Spring and then back an hour in ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-07T03:15:16Z)

Facebook a spot for many to offer prayers, sympathy

An online Facebook page created in memory of a Cooperstown, N.D., teenager who took her life Thursday has become home to a virtual anti-bullying rally that is attracting hundreds of social media users. The page was launched in the wake of Cassidy Joy Andel ... (Source: INFORUM 2010-11-07T00:09:09Z)

Guinea president sets 'final' runoff election date

Conakry, Guinea (CNN) -- Guinea's military junta leader and interim president, Gen. Sekouba Konate, has set the country's much-delayed presidential runoff election for November 7, in a decree read on national television Wednesday night. The president of ... (Source: CNN 2010-10-29T08:55:13Z)

Canada blocks BHP's Potash bid and stuns investors

By Michael Smith and David Ljunggren SYDNEY/OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada blocked BHP Billiton's $39 billion bid for Potash Corp and left little room for a modified offer, throwing the spotlight on how the world's largest miner can find new avenues for growth ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-04T11:04:07Z)

University president to have surgery for prostate cancer

University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and will undergo surgery later this month, the university reported Friday. The cancer was caught in an early stage and Lariviere, 60, is expected to make a full ... (Source: Register-Guard 2010-11-06T06:44:02Z)

Miss. warrant prepared for arrest of Gary Collins

JACKSON, Miss. -- Police in Mississippi were preparing an arrest warrant Thursday for actor and former TV host Gary Collins for leaving the scene of a car accident. Jackson officer Colendula Green said police were waiting for a judge to sign off on the ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-04T15:36:08Z)

Who Started Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight saving time, a source of confusion and mystery for many, will strike again this weekend. The idea of resetting clocks forward an hour in the spring and back an hour in the fall was first suggested by Benjamin Franklin in his essay "An Economical ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-07T03:22:25Z)

Google looking for more acquisitions like YouTube

Google is likely to buy more companies about the size of YouTube and DoubleClick, its two largest acquisitions, to help offer more online services, said the company's head of mergers and acquisitions. "The world changes really quickly, and companies that ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-11-07T01:06:25Z)

University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere diagnosed with prostate cancer

Eugene (KMTR) - University of Oregon President Richard Lariviere says he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and will undergo surgery on November 15th. Lariviere says the cancer was detected last month during a routine exam. He says the cancer was ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-05T21:18:32Z)

Black Friday 2010 Deals Will Start In...October

The year's most popular discount shopping event, referring to the Friday after Thanksgiving, is arriving ahead of Halloween this year, with some promotions beginning this week and others throughout November. Both retailers who have had tepid sales lately ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-10-28T12:16:50Z)

Daylight Saving: Did you turn your clocks back?

It's time to "Fall Back" again. Daylight Saving Time is a week later than usual this year. Did you turn your clock back at 2 a.m.? If not, you're running a bit early. The American Red Cross also reminds everyone that it's a good time to also change the ... (Source: WKYC 2010-11-07T04:19:41Z)

McLaren says Jenson Button escaped attack from armed men in Brazil

SAO PAULO - McLaren says armed men tried to attack the car carrying defending Formula One champion Jenson Button as he left the track at the Brazilian Grand Prix. The team says Button was driven away from danger and nobody was hurt in the incident on ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-11-07T00:52:06Z)

WRAPUP 11-Canada blocks BHP's Potash bid, stuns investors

SYDNEY/OTTAWA, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Canada blocked BHP Billiton's ( BLT.L ) $39 billion bid for Potash Corp ( POT.TO ) and left little room for a modified offer, throwing the spotlight on how the world's largest miner can find new avenues for growth. Canada ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-04T10:56:57Z)

TV Host Gary Collins sought for alleged hit-and-run‎

JACKSON, Miss. -- Police in Mississippi are preparing an arrest warrant for actor and former TV host Gary Collins for leaving the scene of a car accident. Jackson officer Colendula Green said Thursday police are waiting for a judge to sign off on the ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-04T16:11:55Z)

Discounts offered in Facebook check-in 'Deals'

NEW YORK—If you use Facebook to "check in" to your favorite restaurants or shops, you can now expect to see rewards and discounts from companies looking to drum up business and lure in loyal customers. Facebook is looking to bridge online advertising ... (Source: KHOU 2010-11-04T13:41:36Z)

BHP Billiton / Potash Deal: Canada Opts to Block

After months of negotiation, speculation, and excessive discussion, the Canadian government has officially blocked the proposed BHP Billiton ( BHP ) takeover of Potash Corp ( POT ) . While BHP still has 30 days to challenge this ruling and bring any ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2010-11-05T13:11:46Z)

McLaren: F1 driver Jenson Button escapes attack from armed men in Brazil

SAO PAULO - Armed men attempted to attack the car carrying defending Formula One champion Jenson Button as he left the track after qualifying for the Brazilian Grand Prix on Saturday, his team said. McLaren said Button was driven away from danger and ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-07T03:58:13Z)

Google to acquire more companies like YouTube

Google Inc. is likely to buy more companies about the size of YouTube and DoubleClick, its two largest acquisitions, to help offer more online services, said the company's head of mergers and acquisitions. "The world changes really quickly, and companies ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-11-06T04:06:34Z)

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