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Deals of the Hour / November 7, 2010, 6:40 pm

Wilf won't address Childress status; fans fed up

MINNEAPOLIS -- Like voters flocking to the polls, Minnesota Vikings fans loudly called for a change in leadership to save a fast-sinking season that started with Super Bowl aspirations. The signs said it all - "Fire Chilly" - and there were thousands of ... (Source: Forbes 2010-11-07T21:01:51Z)

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)

The fans have spoken, but Vikes' Wilf mum on Childress' future

MINNEAPOLIS -- Like voters flocking to the polls, Minnesota Vikings fans loudly called for a change in leadership to save a fast-sinking season that started with Super Bowl aspirations. The signs said it all -- "Fire Chilly" -- and there were thousands of ... (Source: NFL 2010-11-08T02:23:58Z)

Microsoft Got Kinect Because "Apple is a Pain in the Ass"

Why is it Microsoft, and not Apple, that's the source of this week's big motion-control gaming binge? You might think that Apple's only focused on touch interfaces and, thus, has no need to consider a device like Microsoft's Kinect—the family-room-style ... (Source: PC Magazine 2010-11-07T21:09:00Z)

2010 MotoGP Valencia Results

Jorge Lorenzo made it two in a row by winning the final race of 2010 at Valencia ahead of Casey Stoner and Valentino Rossi. "Coming here to Valencia I really wanted to win one more time in this fantastic season, in front of my home fans," Lorenzo said ... (Source: Motorcycle USA 2010-11-07T17:12:47Z)

Ryder Notes: Lorenzo Valiant In Valencia

I've always maintained that tight twisty tracks never produce good racing; not like Phillip Island or the old Hockenheim. Well Valencia made me a liar today: three times. The tight and twisty stadium track dragged a superb performance out of Jorge Lorenzo ... (Source: Superbike Planet 2010-11-07T20:47:32Z)

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)

Terrell Owens Puts Revived Career On MNF

CINCINNATI -- Terrell Owens thinks the Bengals' game on Monday night against the Steelers should get good ratings. The reason? He's on it. "Of course," Owens said. "If I was an average fan, I would want to watch me." So far this season, the 36-yea ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-07T21:44:48Z)

Glen Johnson Knocks Out Allan Green, Makes Semis Of Super Six

Las Vegas, NV, United States (AHN) - One fight was all it took for Glen Johnson. In his first bout in Showtime's Super Six tournament, the veteran super middleweight knocked out Allan Green Saturday night in Las Vegas to clinch a spot in the tournament ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-11-07T18:02:53Z)

Find out when to get the best deal on flat-screen TVs [The Star, Shelby, N.C.]

(Star (Shelby, NC) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Nov. 07--If you're thinking about buying a flat-screen TV now, you might want to wait until Black Friday. According to research by iSuppli, a market research firm in the electronics industry, liquid-crystal ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-11-07T22:34:54Z)

Juan Manuel Lopez, Glen Johnson and Making Sense of an Action Packed Saturday

This past Saturday was action packed and had a lot of exciting fights. Now that I have had the chance to take a breath and dissect it all I have one question. What does it all mean? We start with the surprising knockout win for Glencoffe Johnson. I thought ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-11-08T02:09:39Z)

Reports: Amazon to buy Diapers.com for US$540M

Amazon.com is expected to announce Monday the acquisition of the parent company of Diapers.com, according to media reports. The deal for privately held Quidsi, which also operates personal care products site Soap.com, is worth about US $540 million ... (Source: Zd Net Asia.com 2010-11-07T23:46:29Z)

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)

Lucian Bute, Showtime talk 3-fight deal

When Showtime put together the ongoing Super Six World Boxing Classic in July 2009, it conspicuously left out super middleweight titlist Lucian Bute from the six-man field of top 168-pounders, even though he had defended his title in previous fights on the ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-02T20:10:31Z)

Kinect was offered to Apple first, but Apple couldn't seal the deal

It's always interesting to hear what new technologies are offered to what companies, and how things shake out. The iPhone, for instance, was initially turned down by Verizon before it went to AT&T. Turns out Apple could have stolen a key technology away ... (Source: DVICE 2010-11-05T20:42:45Z)

Two remain at World Series of Poker

LAS VEGAS -- Poker professionals Jonathan Duhamel and John Racener have outlasted 7,317 players at the World Series of Poker main event and will play heads-up Monday night to determine the $8.94 million crown. Duhamel, 23, of Boucherville, Quebec, took an ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-11-07T16:29:50Z)

Fans root on 9 finalists at World Series of Poker in Las Vegas with $8.94M prize in sight

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Eight poker players in their 20s and a 37-year-old amateur are set to begin a final table run toward $8.94 million at the World Series of Poker. The no-limit Texas Hold 'em tournament was resuming Saturday afternoon in Las Vegas, 111 ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-06T19:01:21Z)

Find out when to get the best deal on flat-screen TVs

If you're thinking about buying a flat-screen TV now, you might want to wait until Black Friday. According to research by iSuppli, a market research firm in the electronics industry, liquid-crystal display television sales will increase because brand ... (Source: Shelby Star 2010-11-07T12:19:18Z)

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)

Bengals' offense going nowhere on 3rd down

CINCINNATI—When Carson Palmer, Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens get together for the NFL's weekly reality show, they're a collective dud on the most important down. The Cincinnati Bengals' season is all but finished because their talented passing game ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-03T23:51:14Z)

Bengals' talented offense goes nowhere on 3rd down, no one can explain why

CINCINNATI - When Carson Palmer, Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens get together for the NFL's weekly reality show, they're a collective dud on the most important down. The Cincinnati Bengals' season is all but finished because their talented passing game ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-03T22:11:01Z)

Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress feeling the heat, just like the old days

MINNEAPOLIS -- The boss is furious. The team is struggling. The fans want his head on a spear. Brad Childress has become the working symbol of sideline ineptitude in the NFL and could lose his job if the Vikings don't beat the Cardinals Sunday. But don't ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-07T07:11:29Z)

Reports: Amazon to buy Diapers.com

Amazon.com is expected to announce tomorrow the acquisition of the parent company of Diapers.com, according to media reports. The deal for privately held Quidsi, which also operates personal care products site Soap.com, is worth about $540 million ... (Source: CNET News 2010-11-07T21:59:07Z)

Apple could have had Kinect but was a 'pain in the ass'

CultofMac is reporting today that Apple was first offered the technology behind the newly launched Kinect motion control system, but they were too much of a "pain in the ass" for a deal to work. The site reports of a flight from Europe to San Francisco ... (Source: Afterdawn.com 2010-11-08T02:09:39Z)

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)

Reports: Amazon.com to Buy Owner of Diapers.com, Soap.com

Amazon.com has agreed to acquire Quidsi, operator of online retailers Soap.com and Diapers.com , for about US$540 million, according to published reports. The deal could be officially announced as early as Monday, according to articles in Fortune Magazine ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-11-08T02:02:30Z)

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)

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)

Racener likes chances of $8.94M win at World Series of Poker despite being down 6-1 in chips

LAS VEGAS - Florida poker professional John Racener said Sunday he still likes his chances to win the World Series of Poker title despite his 6-1 chip disadvantage to Canadian pro Jonathan Duhamel as they begin their heads-up showdown Monday night. Racener ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-11-07T23:53:39Z)

Black Friday Ads: Target vs. Walmart – 2010 Deal Predictions

Most stores will already know what deals they will have on their Black Friday 2010 ads, but how will they compare to last year ? This question can be answered by looking at Sears deals from 2009, compared to those that are now showing up on this year's ... (Source: Product Reviews 2010-11-07T09:06:01Z)

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