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Deals of the Hour / November 7, 2010, 2:40 pm

2 to vie for $9M World Series of Poker title

Dwyane Wade had 29 points and 10 rebounds, LeBron James scored 14 of his 23 points in the third quarter and the Heat rolled past New Jersey 101-89. Down 21-0, Penn St. rallies to beat N'Western, make Joe Paterno first major-college coach to reach ... (Source: NBC Sports 2010-11-07T13:23:43Z)

Key aide to UK's Cameron questioned by police over tabloid phone hacking allegations

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister David Cameron's communications director has been questioned by police over the country's tabloid phone-hacking scandal, the leader's office said Saturday. Andy Coulson, a former editor of the weekly News of The World ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-06T15:19:26Z)

IMF Approves China as Third-Biggest Power, Weakening Influence of Europe

The International Monetary Fund's executive board approved a plan that would make China the third- strongest voice in the organization while weakening Europe's influence to make room for emerging economies. Acting on an Oct. 23 deal by finance chiefs ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-11-06T00:53:17Z)

IMF expands power of emerging markets, elevates China to No. 3

China and India received long-sought recognition Friday as global economic heavyweights as the International Monetary Fund gave them and other emerging powers a significantly larger role in stabilizing the world economy. IMF managing director Dominique ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-06T07:34:09Z)

Cameron aide questioned over tabloid phone hacking

Prime Minister David Cameron's office says the leader's communications director has been questioned by police over British tabloid phone-hacking allegations. Cameron's office said on Saturday that Andy Coulson, former editor of the News of The World, was ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-06T09:50:09Z)

2010 Valencia GP: Honda MotoGP Race Recap

World Champion Jorge Lorenzo (Yamaha) completed his title-winning season in the best way possible today, winning the Valencia Grand Prix in dominant style. Honda's top MotoGP riders had a tougher day at the 2010 finale, Andrea Dovizioso (Repsol Honda ... (Source: PaddockTalk 2010-11-07T18:45:50Z)

World Series MVP Edgar Renteria will not retire, plans to play one more year

World Series MVP Edgar Renteria has decided not to retire and intends to play at least one more year in the big leagues, ESPNdeportes.com reports. "I'm staying, I feel that I still have a lot of baseball in my body," said Renteria, 34. "[On] Monday I have ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-11-07T20:26:03Z)

Queen Elizabeth joins Facebook

LONDON — It could be the ultimate social network — Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is launching an official Facebook page, offering fans daily updates on her engagements, the royal household said Sunday. The 84-year-old British monarch will be featured ... (Source: New York Post 2010-11-07T15:18:15Z)

Francesco Molinari holds steady to win HSBC Champions

S HANGHAI — Francesco Molinari outlasted Lee Westwood in a spirited duel Sunday in the HSBC Champions for a one-shot victory to capture his first World Golf Championship and continue a memorable year for Italy. Molinari closed with a 5-under 67 at ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-07T19:07:19Z)

MVP Available: World Series Star Renteria Says He Won't Retire

Miami, FL, United States (AHN) - Edgar Renteria, MVP of the 2010 World Series with the San Francisco Giants, revealed to a major media outlet Saturday he plans on returning for a 15th major league season "I'm staying, I feel that I still have a lot of ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-11-07T20:11:44Z)

World Series MVP Edgar Renteria Wants to Play in 2011

Edgar Renteria had hinted at retirement throughout the second half of the season, but after winning the MVP of the World Series he's apparently feeling better about his future. Renteria told ESPN Deportes on Saturday that he wants to play at least one more ... (Source: FanHouse 2010-11-07T01:27:53Z)

Juan Manuel Lopez keeps belt with TKO

LAS VEGAS -- WBO world featherweight champion Juan Manuel Lopez defended his title by stopping Rafael Marquez on Saturday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Marquez (39-6, 35 KOs), of Mexico, was unable to come out for the ninth round after unofficially losing ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-07T05:31:16Z)

Newcastle pair deny tabloid allegations of drug use at skippers house

Newcastle have released a statement saying Kevin Nolan and Andy Carroll deny any knowledge of drugs being brought into the captain's house following tabloid allegations. The News of the World claimed that cocaine was found on a table in Nolan's house after ... (Source: Tribal Football 2010-11-07T17:27:06Z)

Iran Ready To Hold Nuclear Talks In Turkey

(NewsCore) - Iran has informed the government in Ankara that it is ready to hold talks in Turkey with the six world powers on its controversial nuclear program, Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday. "In the last two or three days, we informed ... (Source: MyFox Houston 2010-11-07T15:18:15Z)

Newcastle players deny knowing about drugs at house after tabloid allegations

The Associated Press LONDON - Newcastle says captain Kevin Nolan denies knowing that drugs were brought into his house following tabloid newspaper allegations. The News of the World claimed Sunday that cocaine was found on a table in Nolan's house after ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-11-07T16:29:50Z)

Valencia MotoGP Quote Machine: Final

These press releases just in: LORENZO WINS IN VALENCIA AND ROSSI TAKES THIRD ON YAMAHA FAREWELL World Champion Jorge Lorenzo signed off his victorious season in style today, taking his ninth win in front of his home fans at Valencia. Valentino Rossi ... (Source: Superbike Planet 2010-11-07T18:02:53Z)

Iran proposes new round of nuclear talks with US, other world powers be held in Turkey

TEHRAN, Iran - Iran has proposed that a new round of international talks on its nuclear program be held in Turkey, an ally that also has close ties to the West and has sought to mediate in the standoff. Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday that ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-07T13:16:34Z)

Looking ahead with the World Series champion Giants

G iants general manager Brian Sabean faces a new philosophical question this offseason. Should he seek to reassemble the first World Series championship club in San Francisco history? Or should he claim the deposits on a few bottles of lightning and use ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-07T14:35:18Z)

World Series champion San Francisco's roster largely could remain intact for 2011 season

SAN FRANCISCO - Giants general manager Brian Sabean and the World Series champions have reached out to the representatives for first baseman Aubrey Huff and infielder Juan Uribe about bringing them back in 2011. Yet Sabean doesn't figure either situation ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-06T10:11:38Z)

Iran pushes for nuclear talks in Turkey

Iran agreed to talks with the United States and other world powers on the Islamic Republic's nuclear program, provided negotiations take place in neighboring Turkey , officials said Sunday. The offer likely was meant to put diplomatic pressure on the U.S ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-07T21:37:38Z)

John Dolan says he enjoyed World Series of Poker run

The chants of "Dolan, Dolan, Dolan" continued Saturday night in Las Vegas even after the 24-year-old Bonita Springs resident got knocked out of the World Series of Poker. John Ryan Dolan's run at the ultimate no-limit Texas Hold 'em tournament ... (Source: Naples Daily News 2010-11-07T22:27:45Z)

Featherweight King: Juan Manuel Lopez Halts Rafael Marquez In Eighth Round

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (AHN) - Puerto Rican boxer Juan Manuel Lopez has successfully preserved his unblemished record Saturday night, stopping two-time world champion Rafael Márquez in the eighth round of their WBO featherweight title fight at ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-11-07T17:27:06Z)

Newcastle duo deny drugs claims

Newcastle duo Kevin Nolan and Andy Carroll have denied any knowledge of drugs being brought into the house they have been sharing following tabloid allegations on Sunday. The News of the World claimed that cocaine was found on a table in Nolan's house ... (Source: Fiji Live 2010-11-07T19:14:28Z)

St. Louis Park's Senti finishes seventh at World Series of Poker

LAS VEGAS -- Jason Senti held on for more than nine hours at the final table of the World Series of Poker's main event Saturday before the cards caught up to him. The 29-year-old poker professional from St. Louis Park finished in seventh place late ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-07T05:02:38Z)

China, India, Brazil become 'major players' at IMF

WASHINGTON — China and India received long-sought recognition Friday as global economic heavyweights as the International Monetary Fund gave them and other emerging powers a significantly larger role in stabilizing the world economy. IMF chief Dominique ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-11-06T08:09:56Z)

Francesco Molinari Wins in Shanghai and Logic Goes Missing

To the very end, golf's 2010 season keeps throwing curve balls. The four top ranked players in the world -- England's newly anointed No. 1 Lee Westwood and closest challengers Tiger Woods, Martin Kaymer and Phil Mickelson -- all came to the World Golf ... (Source: FanHouse 2010-11-07T15:46:53Z)

MVP Available: World Series Star Renteria Says He Won't Retire

Miami, FL, United States (AHN) – Edgar Renteria, MVP of the 2010 World Series with the San Francisco Giants, revealed to a major media outlet Saturday he plans on returning for a 15th major league season "I'm staying, I feel that I still have a lot ... (Source: Gant Daily 2010-11-07T19:35:57Z)

Juan Manuel Lopez says Marquez could propel him to 126 top spot

When World Boxing Organization (WBO) featherweight world titlist Juan Manuel Lopez (29-0, 26 KOs) and Rafael Marquez (39-5, 35 KOs) enter the ring on Saturday night at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, boxing fans hope the action will lift boxing from ... (Source: Examiner 2010-10-31T20:05:44Z)

2010 Valencia GP: Ducati Marlboro MotoGP Race Recap

After 23 wins, 21 poles, and one World Championship title together, Casey Stoner signed off as a Ducati rider today at Valencia with his 42nd podium. Four wonderful seasons for the Italian factory ended with a weekend to remember, with Stoner taking pole ... (Source: PaddockTalk 2010-11-07T18:45:50Z)

Francesco Molinari spoils Lee Westwood's debut as No. 1 and wins a World Golf Championship

SHANGHAI - Francesco Molinari outlasted Lee Westwood in a spirited duel Sunday in the HSBC Champions for a one-shot victory to capture his first World Golf Championship and continue a memorable year for Italy. Molinari closed with a 5-under 67 at Sheshan ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-07T11:22:02Z)

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