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Deals of the Hour / November 7, 2010, 3:40 pm

Russia's Putin roars off in Formula One car

MOSCOW -- Prime Minister Vladimir Putin took a Formula One race car for a spin on Sunday, reaching speeds of almost 150 mph (240 kph). Putin signed a deal last month with Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone to bring F1 racing to Russia starting in 2014 ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-07T17:34:15Z)

Virginia's Democrats at political crossroads

RICHMOND - After two straight years of crushing electoral defeats, Virginia Democrats know they need to do something to start winning again - they're just not sure what. Some party leaders and activists say Democrats should keep the focus on the same ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-07T09:34:39Z)

Att.com/fighting4you Over Television Programming for AT&T U-verse Customers

Att.com/fighting4you is the website for AT&T U-verse television customers to speak out about the current deal involving HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, Cooking Channel and GAC programming by Scripps networks. As of 1 a.m. E.D.T. AT&T no longer had the ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-06T18:11:14Z)

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)

AT&T U-verse shuts off Scripps Networks channels

AT&T Inc. said Friday that its 2.7 million U-verse television subscribers can no longer view several channels including the Food Network and HGTV because it has not been able to come to an agreement with Scripps Networks, which owns the rights to the ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-06T00:46:08Z)

Colts WR Austin Collie recovering after being taken off field on stretcher

PHILADELPHIA – Wide receiver Austin Collie is recovering in the Indianapolis Colts locker room after he had to be taken off the field on a stretcher during the first half of today's game with the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-11-07T23:17:51Z)

Nathan Deal and Republicans Win in Georgia

ATLANTA — Leading an apparent Republican sweep of the state, Nathan Deal , a conservative former congressman, won Georgia's governorship on Tuesday by stifling a comeback attempt by the state's last Democratic leader, former Gov. Roy E. Barnes . Mr ... (Source: New York Times 2010-11-03T05:00:13Z)

After consecutive pummelings, Virginia Democrats hunt for path back to power

RICHMOND - After two straight years of crushing electoral defeats, Virginia Democrats know they need to do something to start winning again - they're just not sure what. Some party leaders and activists say Democrats should keep the focus on the same ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-07T01:35:03Z)

Colts WR Collie carted off after hit to head

Colts receiver Austin Collie was carted off the field today after taking a hit to the head from Eagles defensive back Kurt Coleman. Collie was going for a deep pass from Peyton Manning with 2 1/2 minutes remaining in the second quarter when he was ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-11-07T22:49:13Z)

Manly man: Russia's Putin roars off in F1 race car

MOSCOW -- Vladimir Putin just cannot stay away from manly pursuits. The Russian prime minister took a Formula One race car out for a spin on Sunday, reaching speeds of almost 150 mph (240 kph). Putin signed a deal last month with Formula One chief Bernie ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-07T19:35:57Z)

Emerging countries, including Turkey, increase share in IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has increased Turkey's quota to a total of 0.98 percent from 0.658, making Turkey the 20th largest country in the IMF, as the result of a recent reform that envisaged increasing the voting power of developing ... (Source: Today's Zaman 2010-11-07T23:10:42Z)

Q+A-BHP Billiton to stay on potash path despite Canada snub

SYDNEY Nov 5 (Reuters) - Global miner BHP Billiton ( BHP.AX ) ( BLT.L ) will continue to build its Canadian potash business despite Ottawa blocking its $39 billion bid for the nation's largest producer, Potash Corp ( POT.TO ), this week. Here are some ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-05T09:08:24Z)

AT&T U-verse TV Customers Denied Fair Deal By Scripps Networks

DALLAS , Nov. 5, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T U-verse® TV customers have been denied a fair deal for HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, Cooking Channel and GAC programming by Scripps Networks, leaving AT&T without the rights to deliver these channels as of 1 ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-05T11:53:02Z)

Potash Corp. Declines After Canada Blocks BHP's Takeover Offer

Nov. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. fell the most in more than two months after Canada blocked BHP Billiton Ltd.'s $40 billion hostile bid for the world's largest fertilizer producer. Potash Corp. dropped $5.21, or 3.6 percent, to $ ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-04T14:38:52Z)

Manly man: Russia's Vladimir Putin roars off in F1 race car

M OSCOW — Vladimir Putin just cannot stay away from manly pursuits. The Russian prime minister took a Formula One race car out for a spin on Sunday, reaching speeds of almost 150 mph. Putin signed a deal last month with Formula One chief Bernie ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-07T19:00:09Z)

Colts wide receiver Austin Collie taken off on cart after collision with Eagles safety Kurt Coleman

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Austin Collie was taken from the field on a cart after being knocked out in what appeared to be a helmet-to-helmet collision with Philadelphia Eagles safety Kurt Coleman. Collie, who was hurt after catching a pass over the ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-07T22:42:04Z)

Harper Spurs Rise in Potash Credit-Default Swaps: Canada Credit

Nov. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Credit-default swaps on Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. jumped the most in almost two months after Canada blocked BHP Billiton Ltd.'s bid for the company, raising speculation the firm would turn to stock buybacks that damage its ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-05T04:29:13Z)

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)

IMF Elevates China To No. 3 Role On Board

The International Monetary Fund says that China and other major emerging economic powers will get a bigger role on the fund's governing board. IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn announced the structural reforms after a Friday meeting of the IMF's board. It ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-06T11:30:22Z)

Watermen wary of switch to aquaculture

DEAL ISLAND --J.R. Gross, a veteran waterman, will drive two hours from his home Monday to his boat in St. Jerome Creek to begin harvesting oysters off the shores of southern Maryland. Gross, a resident of Shady Side, said he is forced to make the drive ... (Source: Delaware Wave 2010-11-07T15:11:06Z)

New rules makes oysters even more elusive

DEAL ISLAND — J.R. Gross, a veteran waterman, will drive two hours from his home today to his boat in St. Jerome Creek to begin harvesting oysters off the shores of Southern Maryland. Gross, a resident of Shady Side, said he is forced to make the drive ... (Source: Maryland Daily Record 2010-11-07T22:56:23Z)

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)

Report: Tigers, Jhonny Peralta near two-year deal

Shortstop Jhonny Peralta and the Tigers were closing in on a two-year, $11.25 million contract Saturday, according to an ESPN report. "There are some details to be worked out, but there is mutual interest to finalize this," a source close to the situation ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-11-07T03:08:06Z)

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 2010-11-07T23:10:42Z)

Saudi Airlines orders 12 Boeing 777 aircraft

Saudi Arabia's national carrier said Sunday it has ordered 12 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in a deal valued at $3.3 billion that reflects continued growth in the oil-rich Gulf region's airline sector. Saudi Arabian Airlines and Boeing said the deal also ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-11-07T15:18:15Z)

Some watermen fear oyster regulations will hurt their harvest

J.R. Gross, a veteran waterman, will drive two hours from his home on Monday to his boat in St. Jerome Creek to begin harvesting oysters off the shores of Southern Maryland. Gross, a resident of Shady Side, said he is forced to make the drive because new ... (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-11-06T00:53:17Z)

Iran offers new nuclear talks

(CNN) -- Iran has agreed to new talks about its controversial nuclear program with the United States and its allies, Iranian Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday, the country's official news agency reported. Iran made the offer through Turkey, a ... (Source: CNN 2010-11-07T14:20:59Z)

UPDATE 2-Saudi Airlines buys Boeing planes

NEW YORK Nov 7 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabian Airlines ordered 12 Boeing 777-300 "Extended Range" (ER) planes for $3.3 billion, in addition to eight 787 Dreamliners, Boeing ( BA.N )said on Sunday. The Saudi national carrier, which is in the process of being ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-07T18:45:50Z)

Iran says it would restart nuclear talks

TEHRAN, Nov 7, 2010 (UPI via COMTEX) -- Iran is willing to resume talks about its nuclear program, Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki said Sunday. Mottaki made the offer to meet with the "P5+1" group through Turkey, which might host the negotiations, the ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-11-07T21:01:51Z)

Saudi Airlines orders Boeing 777s, 787s

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia's national carrier said Sunday it has ordered 12 Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in a deal valued at $3.3 billion that reflects continued growth in the oil-rich Gulf region's airline sector. The carrier said in a statement ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-11-07T22:56:23Z)

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