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Deals of the Hour / November 6, 2010, 12:40 am

UPDATE: Plane Crash Kills 2

An experimental, home-built airplane has crashed into a Franklin County, Tenn. mountainside, killing the two people aboard. Federal Aviation Administration spokeman Lynn Lunsford said the plane crashed about 1:40 p.m. EDT Friday into the side of Keith ... (Source: WTVC 2010-11-05T19:59:48Z)

Black Friday Ads 2010: Kohl's Full Deals and Open Times

We have more Black Friday deals to tell you about now, and this one is particularly exciting as we have full details on Kohl's actual Black Friday deals which will start on Black Friday day – November 26th. If you are a regular shopper at Kohl's then ... (Source: Product Reviews 2010-11-05T10:27:08Z)

An Oscar Nominated Jill Clayburgh Dies

A n Oscar Nominated Jill Clayburgh Dies, Jill Clayburgh, Jill Clayburgh pics, Oscar-nominated actress,Jill Clayburgh, an Oscar-nominated actress known for portraying strong, independent woman who died Friday at his home in Lakeville, Conn. She was 66.The ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-06T05:32:27Z)

Former HP CEO allegedly leaked deals

HP's recently departed CEO Mark Hurd may have revealed still-secret deals to his accuser Jodie Fisher, a pair of leaks divulged Friday night. In addition to the core claims that Hurd sexually harassed Fisher, a letter from Fisher's attorney alleged that he ... (Source: Electronista 2010-11-06T05:10:59Z)

2 Killed In Franklin County Plane Crash

WINCHESTER, Tenn. – Federal Aviation Administration officials confirmed that two people were killed after a single engine aircraft crashed into Keith Springs Mountain in Franklin County Friday morning. National Transportation Safety Board officials said ... (Source: WTVF 2010-11-05T17:08:00Z)

Early Black Friday Deals in RC

Halloween is just a few days away, but some were even celebrating on Friday!   But other people are looking for holiday sales and deals in October? At Kohl's in Rapid City displays and price cuts are already beginning to look like Christmas.   At many ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-30T02:13:10Z)

Evening Reading: Did Mark Hurd Blab Deal Secrets to Jodie Fisher?

Is Dell considering going private? Its CFO sat down with CNNMoney and didn't rule it out, though he didn't say it was going happen anytime soon. "This all started when a shareholder asked Michael [Dell] about this, and he said that we're looking ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-05T22:58:45Z)

France, China urge balanced trade, reform (Reuters)

Reuters - France and China have reached a real convergence over the need to reform the global financial system after two days of talks between President Nicolas Sarkozy and his Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao. » Full Story on Yahoo! News (Source: Buzz Log (blog) 2010-11-05T23:34:33Z)

Black Friday deals to start 4-weeks early

Christmas is coming early to some stores. With folks still reeling from the economy, retailers are looking for ways to get consumers into the stores for the holidays. Many big box stores are jumping the gun with door buster sales right now. The day after ... (Source: Today's THV 2010-11-06T04:13:43Z)

Keith Olbermann suspended from MSNBC over Democratic donations

"Countdown" host Keith Olbermann has been suspended from MSNBC over recent donations he made to three Democratic candidates. The website Politico called the cable network Thursday night and began asking about the contributions of $2,400 apiece to ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-06T04:35:12Z)

Daniel Radcliffe Explores Tattoo Options; Harry Potter Memorabilia

Daniel Radcliffe, the 21-year-old actor - who shot to fame playing the lead role in the 'Harry Potter' franchise when he was just 11 years old - is delighted filming has finished on the movies as he can now do what he wants, and though he and co-stars Emma ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-11-05T15:27:47Z)

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)

Get ready for spate of Oscar contenders, box-office champs

Summer may be the busiest time in Hollywood, but this season is the most prestigious. Sure, we'll get our fair share of actioners and romantic comedies in the next couple of months. But through Christmas we'll also see films with Oscar pedigrees. October ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-06T00:03:11Z)

Oscar-nominated Jill Clayburgh, 66

Jill Clayburgh, an Oscar-nominated actress known for portraying strong, independent women, died on Friday at her home in Lakeville, Conn. She was 66. The cause was chronic leukemia, with which she had lived for 21 years, according to her husband ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-11-06T04:13:43Z)

Two people die in small plane crash near Winchester, Tenn.

WINCHESTER, Tenn. -- Two people died Friday afternoon when their airplane crashed into Keith Springs Mountain south of Winchester, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. National Transportation Safety Board officials said only the two victims, a ... (Source: Everything Alabama Blog 2010-11-06T01:29:05Z)

Jill Clayburgh, 66; actress starred in feminist roles

Jill Clayburgh, an Oscar-nominated actress known for portraying strong, independent women, died yesterday at 66 at her home in Lakeville, Conn. The cause was chronic leukemia, with which she had lived for 21 years, her husband, the playwright David Rabe ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-06T07:19:50Z)

Oakland reacts to verdict with protests

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- The moment Oscar Grant supporters heard that Johannes Mehserle had been sentenced to two years in prison, there were tears and there was anger. "We're not surprised and what everyone should know is that the anger of the folks who ... (Source: KABC 2010-11-06T02:47:49Z)

Best Buy Black Friday Deals are now on Sale Online

Best Buy is offering today the Best Buy Shop Early Save Big Black Friday sales event. Best Buy has listed all deals to be available also online on BestBuy.com. Earlier this morning the $259.99 32-inch Dynex HDTV was already on sale online, but has been ... (Source: I4U 2010-11-05T14:44:50Z)

Keith Olbermann suspended for political donations

MSNBC has suspended prime-time host Keith Olbermann indefinitely without pay for contributing to the campaigns of three Democratic candidates this election season. Olbermann acknowledged to NBC that he donated $2,400 apiece to the campaigns of Kentucky ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-11-06T07:05:31Z)

Branstad to evaluate I-Jobs program

JOHNSTON, Iowa (AP) — Republican Gov.-elect Terry Branstad says he'll evaluate the I-JOBS program to determine if the state grant program for libraries, parks and community centers is worth the taxpayers' money. The Gazette newspaper says Branstad wants ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-11-05T16:32:12Z)

MSNBC's Keith Olbermann suspended for donations

Keith Olbermann, MSNBC's top talking head, has been suspended by the network indefinitely after Politico broke a story revealing that the "Countdown" host contributed to the campaigns of three Democratic candidates this fall. "I became aware of Keith's ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-11-06T07:05:31Z)

Oakland Mehserle verdict protest becomes unruly

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- The tensions between police and protesters in Oakland ran high Friday evening. Hundreds of police officers from around the Bay Area, all dressed in riot gear, many carrying rifles and guns that fire tear gas into crowds, easily ... (Source: KABC 2010-11-06T04:56:40Z)

Live Blog: People sign banner at Oakland City Hall, crowd remains peaceful

A Los Angeles judge has sentenced former BART police Officer Johannes Mehserle to two years in prison and given him credit for 292 days of time already served in jail. Someone in Oscar Grant's family said "no surprise here" after the sentence was read ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-05T23:27:23Z)

Report: HP accuser said Hurd leaked inside deal info

Jodie Fisher , the former Hewlett-Packard Co . contractor in the middle of the Mark Hurd resignation, reportedly accused him of leaking inside information to her. The Wall Street Journal cited unnamed sources who said the claim came in a letter in which ... (Source: Birmingham Business Journal 2010-11-05T23:41:42Z)

Branstad may seek to save $200 million in I-JOBS grants

Governor-elect Terry Branstad says he'll review his options, but likely will not award the money that's left in the I-JOBS program if that is legally possible.   "First of all, I think most of it has already been spent," Branstad says. "But ... (Source: Radio Iowa 2010-11-04T21:26:53Z)

Branstad to evaluate state grant program

Republican Gov.-elect Terry Branstad says he'll evaluate the I-JOBS program to determine if the state grant program for libraries, parks and community centers is worth the taxpayers' money. The Gazette says Branstad wants a status check on the current ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-05T13:18:56Z)

Nicolas Sarkozy, Hu Jintao

French President Nicolas Sarkozy, right, welcomes Chinese President Hu Jintao, upon his arrival at the restaurant "la petite maison" in Nice, southern France, Friday Nov. 5, 2010. The Chinese President is on his second day state visit to France. (AP Photo ... (Source: Charleston Gazette 2010-11-06T05:03:50Z)

3 films give Hollywood high hopes for box office

LOS ANGELES - There should be something for everyone this weekend at the multiplex as a new family animated film, a male-targeted comedy and a female-targeted drama from director Tyler Perry all have big expectations. If the movie industry gets its wish ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-05T18:55:22Z)

The Best 3 Best Buy Black Friday Deals on Sale Today

Best Buy is offering today the Best Buy Shop Early Save Big Black Friday sales event. There are nine special Black Friday electronics deals available. We have analyzed them in detail and identified the top 3 Best Buy Black Friday deals you should not miss ... (Source: I4U 2010-11-05T11:24:24Z)

Early Black Friday Deals

Lindsey is an Amarillo native and has rejoined the ProNews 7 team, and says she is happy to be back in the Panhandle. AMARILLO, TEXAS -- B lack Friday is already kicking off in full force this weekend. Retailers across the nation are trying to lure in the ... (Source: ConnectAmarillo.com 2010-11-05T21:47:10Z)

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