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Deals of the Hour / November 5, 2010, 11:40 pm

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)

Iran foreign minister says Vienna group should make first move

Tehran, Nov 06, 2010 (BBC Monitoring via COMTEX) -- Foreign Minister Manuchehr Mottaki has urged the Vienna group (the IAEA, the US, France and Russia) to take the first move in resuming talks over a nuclear fuel exchange deal "The Vienna group has not yet ... (Source: Investors Business Daily 2010-11-06T06:01:05Z)

Citigroup Prevails Over Hands at EMI Sale Trial

Nov. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Citigroup Inc. prevailed at trial against a multibillion dollar lawsuit by Terra Firma Capital Partners Ltd. and its Chairman Guy Hands, who claimed he was tricked by the bank into overpaying for EMI Group Ltd. in 2007. A federal jury ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-11-05T11:38:43Z)

Citigroup Wins Trial Against Terra Firma Over EMI Sale

Nov. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Citigroup Inc. won the trial of a lawsuit by Terra Firma Capital Partners Ltd., whose Chairman Guy Hands claimed he was tricked by the bank into overpaying for EMI Group Ltd. in a 2007 auction. Eight jurors in New York federal court ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-04T18:13:36Z)

Anne Hathaway slips into a tight white dress for a euphoric night with Love And Other Drugs co ...

Anne Hathaway traded the classic little black dress for a tight white number at the Hollywood premiere of Love And Other Drugs tonight. The 27-year-old actress put her shape on show in the figure-hugging frock, which featured lace inset detailing and ... (Source: Daily Mail 2010-11-06T04:06:34Z)

Keith Olbermann of MSNBC Suspended Over Donations

Keith Olbermann, the leading liberal voice on American television in the age of Obama, was suspended Friday after his employer, MSNBC, discovered he made campaign contributions to three Democrats last month. The indefinite suspension was a stark display of ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-11-06T06:01:05Z)

Costly collecting habit! Nuns score with $262G baseball card

B ALTIMORE — A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns was sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-06T03:59:24Z)

Best Buy Black Friday 2010 Early Sale

It's three weeks to Black Friday 2010 and we're now starting to see the first releases of Black Friday goodies. First off the rank this year is the Best Buy Black Friday 2010 early sale, which Best Buy is calling the "Shop Early, Save Big" event ... (Source: The Inquisitr 2010-11-06T01:57:43Z)

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)

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)

Edaville Railroad up for sale

CARVER — This holiday season could mark the last year for Edaville Railroad's Festival of Lights unless the owner can find someone to buy the park. Jon Delli Priscoli, a Marlboro-based commercial real estate developer who owns the 230-acre site, has put ... (Source: South Coast Today 2010-11-06T03:52:15Z)

Microsoft CEO sells stake but remains 'committed'

SEATTLE — Steve Ballmer this week sold $1.3 billion worth of shares in Microsoft Corp., cutting his stake by about 12 percent, but the company chief executive said his first stock sale in seven years should not be taken as a lack of confidence in the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T06:08:15Z)

Canada's BHP decision puts TMX in penalty box

If the Canadian government thinks a hole in the ground is a national gem, TMX, the group that operates the Toronto Stock Exchange, probably qualifies as a diamond. As a result, it is likely to sit out further sector consolidation. That's a shame ... (Source: Reuters Blogs 2010-11-05T19:09:41Z)

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)

Jake Gyllenhaal, Anne Hathaway Talk 'Love & Other Drugs' Nudity

From the very first time Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway meet onscreen in "Love & Other Drugs," clothes come off and a whole lot of skin is exposed. That nude scene sets the tone for the rest of the film, surprising in that these two A-listers seem to ... (Source: MTV 2010-10-26T20:11:39Z)

Marlborough-based developer puts Edaville Railroad up for sale

The Marlborough-based owner of Edaville Railroad says the historic land is up for sale and needs a buyer soon to keep the attraction going. Developer Jon Delli Priscoli said yesterday that park operators Brenda Johnson and Robert Julian have decided not to ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-11-05T22:44:26Z)

Edaville Railroad for sale

CARVER (AP) -- Edaville Railroad is up for sale and its owner said yesterday the popular southeastern Massachusetts tourist attraction would be forced to shut down if a buyer isn't found in the next few months. Jon Delli Priscoli, who owns the 230-acre ... (Source: Lowell Sun 2010-11-05T14:30:31Z)

Nuns auction baseball card for $262k

BALTIMORE — A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns has sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-06T05:25:18Z)

AIG Posts Massive Loss on Sale and Goodwill Charges

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Bailed-out insurer American International Group lost more than $2 billion in the third quarter as charges for the discount sale of its consumer finance unit offset growth in its general insurance business. AIG had warned in August that ... (Source: ABC News 2010-11-05T11:24:24Z)

AIG posts $2.4 billion loss on sale, goodwill charges

NEW YORK (Reuters)-- Bailed-out insurer American International Group Inc. lost more than $2 billion in the third quarter as charges for the discount sale of its consumer finance unit offset growth in its general insurance business. AIG had warned in August ... (Source: Business Insurance 2010-11-05T20:49:54Z)

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)

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer Sells $1.34 Bln Stake, But Says 'remains Committed'

(RTTNews) - Software giant Microsoft Corp's. (MSFT: News ) Chief Executive Office Steve Ballmer has sold 49 million shares of Microsoft in the past three days for about $1.34 billion in his first stock sale since 2003. He noted that the stock sale is ... (Source: RTT News 2010-11-06T05:18:08Z)

Citigroup Prevails at Trial Over Terra Firma's EMI Sale Lawsuit

Nov. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Citigroup Inc. prevailed at trial against a multibillion dollar lawsuit by Terra Firma Capital Partners Ltd. and its Chairman Guy Hands, who claimed he was tricked by the bank into overpaying for EMI Group Ltd. in 2007. A federal jury ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-11-05T04:00:35Z)

MSNBC's Keith Olbermann suspended for making donations to Democratic candidates

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 Jose Mercury News 2010-11-06T05:18:08Z)

Macy's Black Friday Ads Come Early with Walmart Black Friday 2010 Sales Starting Now

Macy's Black Friday ads come early along with Walmart Black Friday 2010 deals starting November 5. Early Black Friday 2010 sales start today include the Amazing Walmart Electronics Event, Best Buy, Kohls and Macy's online deals and printable shopping pass ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-05T20:21:16Z)

France: Nations united on update for uranium offer to Iran

The six countries taking part in uranium negotiations with Iran are in agreement over the need to update an offer to send the Islamic Republic's uranium abroad for enrichment, the French Foreign Ministry said Friday, according to AFP. "There is no ... (Source: Jerusalem Post 2010-11-06T06:01:05Z)

Steve Ballmer cashes in $1.3B worth of Microsoft shares, Apple looked into Kinect technology

Microsoft confirmed Friday that CEO Steve Ballmer intends to sell almost one-fifth of his stake in the software giant, starting with sales this week that total $1.3 billion, while a new report claims Apple tried to license the technology used in Microsoft ... (Source: Apple Insider 2010-11-06T04:35:12Z)

Nuns sell Honus Wagner card for $262,000

BALTIMORE—A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns has sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-05T21:47:10Z)

UPDATE 1-AIG posts massive loss on sale, goodwill charges

NEW YORK Nov 5 (Reuters) - Bailed-out insurer American International Group ( AIG.N ) lost more than $2 billion in the third quarter as charges for the discount sale of its consumer finance unit offset growth in its general insurance business. AIG had ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-05T11:24:24Z)

Ahmadinejad aide says Iran not ready to talk nuclear

Iran will not discuss its nuclear program at talks with global powers, an adviser to President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Sunday, adding fresh doubt to the chances of a negotiated end to its stand-off with the West. Iran said on Friday it was ready to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-31T11:58:58Z)

Deals of the Hour / November 5, 2010, 10:40 pm

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)

DealTaker.com Announces Sears and Kohls Black Friday Ads Now Available

The holiday bargain shopping season has begun and DealTaker.com, the premier destination for consumers looking to spend less and get more, is excited to announce the addition of 2 more Black Friday ads from Kohls and Sears. Find the ads and deals on ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-11-05T22:51:36Z)

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Four Fresh Looks

So read many of the billboards across the country for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ... but you can trust THG. We've already published numerous photos from the first installment of this final edition to the franchise, along with its official trailer ... (Source: The Hollywood Gossip 2010-11-05T11:02:55Z)

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)

Anne Hathaway: Tight White Dress With Co-Star Jake Gyllenhaal - More Than Work?

When Anne Hathaway showed up in a tight, white dress to the premiere of "Love & Other Drugs", it showed just how sexy off-screen the talented actress is. The talk of the night, of course, was her tight, white dress, along with how "hot" she and co-star ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-06T03:30:46Z)

Black Friday: Extra Extra, Sears will be open on Thanksgiving. Get a preview of the deals

In the rush to cash on holiday shopping, Sears will open a number of stores on Thanksgiving day and offer a host of Black Friday like deals. According to a company spokesman, this is the first time Sears has been open on Thanksgiving and they're leaking a ... (Source: Walletpop.com 2010-11-03T23:58:23Z)

Protesters take to the streets after minimum sentence in shooting death

LOS ANGELES | Dozens of protesters took to the streets Friday, some breaking windows and knocking down fences, after a white former transit officer was sentenced to the minimum possible prison sentence of two years for fatally shooting an unarmed black man ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-11-06T05:18:08Z)

Walmart to Start 2010 Black Friday Sales This Saturday

Walmart is starting the price war on televisions and laptops with their Black Friday 2010 specials. The "Amazing Walmart Electronics Event" which starts on Saturday at 8A.M., will include discounts on  HDTV's, Compaq laptops, iTune gift cards, and ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-04T19:25:11Z)

Not-so-happy holidays ahead at the fuel pump

There's one place holiday shoppers probably won't find a bargain this year: At the fuel pump. The Federal Reserve is taking steps to stimulate the U.S. economy, but those moves are also helping push oil prices near their high for the year. That increase ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-11-05T10:34:18Z)

Warriors 85, Jazz 78

Stephen Curry returned from an ankle injury to score nine points over the final 2:35, lifting the Golden State Warriors to an 85-78 victory over the short-handed Utah Jazz on Friday night to stay unbeaten at home. David Lee had 14 points and 15 rebounds ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-06T05:10:59Z)

Ex-BART cop Mehserle sentenced to two years in Oscar Grant shooting

LOS ANGELES -- Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Robert Perry sentenced former BART police Officer Johannes Mehserle to two years. He gets credit for a year of time served. Mehserle was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in July in the fatal shooting of ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-05T21:32:51Z)

Warriors notebook: Coach Keith Smart takes cautious route, sits ailing Stephen Curry again

The Warriors are taking the long view with Stephen Curry. Curry missed his second straight game Wednesday night against the Memphis Grizzlies because of a sprained right ankle. Coach Keith Smart said Curry is close to returning but that the team is being ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-04T13:05:48Z)

Wal-Mart And Best Buy Running Pre-Black Friday Deals

Retailers are preparing their big Black Friday deals and Wal-Mart and Best Buy are starting early with special holiday sales this weekend. Wal-Mart is running a two-day sale on electronics November 6-7. While they don't have any of their freshly stocked ... (Source: Mediabistro.com 2010-11-05T20:21:16Z)

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)

'Geosocial Services' Still Not Popular With Americans

According to a new study released on Thursday, most American adults are not using location-based services, such as Foursquare and Gowalla, which allow users to share their locations with friends and family via the Internet. The Pew Research Center's ... (Source: Redorbit.com 2010-11-05T12:00:11Z)

Americans Use Location-based Online Services

New York, NY, United States (AHN) - According to its first-ever report on the use of location-based services, the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life project has found that 4 percent of adults online use location-sharing services such as ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-11-05T16:10:44Z)

Facebook Deals Threatens Google Places, Foursquare, Gowalla

How Deals affects local search services such as Google Places is less certain. Google has thousands of local businesses using its Places solution, which lets local businesses pay to customize Place pages surfaced on Google.com and Google Maps. Businesses ... (Source: eWeek 2010-11-05T03:24:48Z)

Oil near $87 after hitting two-year high

There's one place holiday shoppers probably won't find a bargain this year: At the gas pump. There is plenty of oil and gasoline on hand, and pump prices usually fall this time of year. So what's causing the run-up? Most analysts point to the Federal ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-11-05T13:11:46Z)

Holidays might not be so happy gas pump

There's one place holiday shoppers probably won't find a bargain this year: At the gas pump. The Federal Reserve is taking steps to stimulate the U.S. economy, but those moves are also helping to push oil prices near their high for the year. That increase ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-05T05:55:07Z)

The Top 3 Deals in the Walmart Black Friday Nov. 6 Sale Event

Walmart announced yesterday an early Black Friday electronics sales event starting Nov. 6 at 8am in stores. Walmart is marketing these deals mainly as in-store deals, but the announced TV deals and the Sony PS3 Move console will be available online on ... (Source: I4U 2010-11-03T23:58:23Z)

Warriors continue hot start with win over Utah

Monta Ellis recorded 23 points and seven steals, and the Golden State Warriors won a rare low-scoring affair by beating the Utah Jazz, 85-78, at Oracle Arena to continue to their strong start to the season. Stephen Curry returned from injury that cost him ... (Source: KSN.com 2010-11-06T05:10:59Z)

Small plane slams into mountain, killing Port Orange couple

WINCHESTER, Tenn. — A small plane flying from Daytona Beach to Iowa crashed into a southern Tennessee mountainside, killing a Port Orange couple. Federal Aviation Administration spokeman Lynn Lunsford said a "home-built" Glasair III crashed about 1:40 p ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-11-06T02:19:11Z)

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)

Johannes Mehserle gets 2 years, was it too light?

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Johannes Mehserle heard today the sentence he received in the Oscar Grant BART Shooting . Mehserle was sentenced to 2 years in prison for fatally shooting Grant on a BART platform. Grant's family and friends had wanted the maximum ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-06T00:24:39Z)

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)

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)

Early Black Friday Deals Online and in Stores

Black Friday Sales Online is starting before the day after Thanksgiving. Department stores decided to make the shopping spirit better with earlier deals and great savings online. Benefits of shopping early are being able to buy your holiday gifts before ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-11-05T22:08:39Z)

Jake Gyllenhall, Anne Hathaway 'Get Intimate' For 'Love And Other Drugs'

Jake Gyllenhaal had no problem getting intimate with Anne Hathaway for his new film Love And Other Drugs - because they had already developed their onscreen chemistry while shooting Brokeback Mountain. The pair, who played husband and wife in the Oscar ... (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-11-04T13:12:58Z)

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)

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)

Deals of the Hour / November 5, 2010, 9:40 pm

Small plane slams into mountain, killing Port Orange couple

WINCHESTER, Tenn. — A small plane flying from Daytona Beach to Iowa crashed into a southern Tennessee mountainside, killing a Port Orange couple. Federal Aviation Administration spokeman Lynn Lunsford said a "home-built" Glasair III crashed about 1:40 p ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-11-06T02:19:11Z)

Woman Accused Of Trying To Sell Grandson For $75K

WESH.com A Holly Hill woman has been arrested for trying to sell her own 8-week-old grandson, authorities said on Friday. Patty Bigbee, 45, was arrested after the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said she offered to sell the child for $75,000. FDLE ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T04:13:43Z)

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)

Walmart to Start 2010 Black Friday Sales This Saturday

Walmart is starting the price war on televisions and laptops with their Black Friday 2010 specials. The "Amazing Walmart Electronics Event" which starts on Saturday at 8A.M., will include discounts on  HDTV's, Compaq laptops, iTune gift cards, and ... (Source: Examiner 2010-11-04T19:25:11Z)

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)

Citigroup Lawyer Asks Judge to Dismiss Juror in EMI Case

NEW YORK—Citigroup Inc. has asked that a juror be kicked off a trial over the 2007 sale of EMI Group PLC because of her connection to a documentary on the financial crisis by filmmaker Michael Moore. Terra Firma Capital Partners Ltd. claims it was duped ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-02T19:41:53Z)

FDLE arrests Holly Hill woman for sale of child

HOLLY HILL, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) - The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) announced the arrest today of Patty Bigbee, 45, of Holly Hill, Fla., for attempting to sell her 8-week old grandson. The investigation began in late October after Bigbee ... (Source: Myfoxorl and O 2010-11-05T22:58:45Z)

Marlborough-based developer puts Edaville Railroad up for sale

The Marlborough-based owner of Edaville Railroad says the historic land is up for sale and needs a buyer soon to keep the attraction going. Developer Jon Delli Priscoli said yesterday that park operators Brenda Johnson and Robert Julian have decided not to ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-11-05T22:44:26Z)

FDLE: Couple Tried To Sell Woman's Grandson

WPBF.com Florida Department of Law Enforcement agents arrested on Friday a Holly Hill woman who they said attempted to sell her 8-week old grandson. Patty Bigbee, 45, was taken to the Volusia County Jail and charged with illegal sale or surrender of a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T01:43:24Z)

Warriors notebook: Coach Keith Smart takes cautious route, sits ailing Stephen Curry again

The Warriors are taking the long view with Stephen Curry. Curry missed his second straight game Wednesday night against the Memphis Grizzlies because of a sprained right ankle. Coach Keith Smart said Curry is close to returning but that the team is being ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-04T04:16:05Z)

The Top 3 Deals in the Walmart Black Friday Nov. 6 Sale Event

Walmart announced yesterday an early Black Friday electronics sales event starting Nov. 6 at 8am in stores. Walmart is marketing these deals mainly as in-store deals, but the announced TV deals and the Sony PS3 Move console will be available online on ... (Source: I4U 2010-11-03T23:58:23Z)

Nuns sell Honus Wagner card for $262,000

A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns has sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a deceased nun. The ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-05T16:10:44Z)

Costly collecting habit! Nuns score with $262G baseball card

B ALTIMORE — A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns was sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-06T03:59:24Z)

Edaville Railroad for sale

CARVER (AP) -- Edaville Railroad is up for sale and its owner said yesterday the popular southeastern Massachusetts tourist attraction would be forced to shut down if a buyer isn't found in the next few months. Jon Delli Priscoli, who owns the 230-acre ... (Source: Lowell Sun 2010-11-05T14:30:31Z)

Jazz face small, speedy Warriors

The Jazz will attempt to move above the .500 mark tonight when they face the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. MDT. Utah (2-2) has won two consecutive games, and is coming off a 125-108 home win over Toronto on Wednesday ... (Source: Salt Lake Tribune 2010-11-06T02:26:21Z)

Edaville Railroad up for sale

CARVER — This holiday season could mark the last year for Edaville Railroad's Festival of Lights unless the owner can find someone to buy the park. Jon Delli Priscoli, a Marlboro-based commercial real estate developer who owns the 230-acre site, has put ... (Source: South Coast Today 2010-11-06T03:52:15Z)

Macy's Black Friday Ads Come Early with Walmart Black Friday 2010 Sales Starting Now

Macy's Black Friday ads come early along with Walmart Black Friday 2010 deals starting November 5. Early Black Friday 2010 sales start today include the Amazing Walmart Electronics Event, Best Buy, Kohls and Macy's online deals and printable shopping pass ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-05T20:21:16Z)

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)

Stephen Curry's status for tonight is uncertain, and Golden State Warriors' big picture comes into

For a moment, step into the shoes of Warriors point guard Stephen Curry. (Gently. The right ankle is still tender). Your team is on a nice roll and could improve to 4-1 with a win tonight. Plus, Utah and star point guard Deron Williams are visiting Oracle ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-11-06T01:14:46Z)

Jill Clayburgh dies at 66; Oscar-nominated actress

Jill Clayburgh , whose Broadway and Hollywood acting career was highlighted by her Oscar-nominated roles in the 1970s films "An Unmarried Woman" and "Starting Over," died Friday. She was 66. Her husband, Tony Award -winning playwright David Rabe, said she ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-06T04:20:53Z)

Insurance giant AIG posts 3rd-quarter loss of $2.4 billion on charges related to asset sales

NEW YORK (AP) — Insurance giant AIG is reporting a $2.4 billion loss for the third quarter, dragged down by hefty charges tied to selling off some assets. American International Group Inc. is in the process of repaying more than $100 billion still ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-11-05T11:31:33Z)

Baseball card nets $220,000 for Baltimore nuns

Honus Wagner came through in the clutch for the School Sisters of Notre Dame. A rare baseball card that had been bequeathed to the order of Roman Catholic nuns in Baltimore has sold at auction for $262,900, with the nuns receiving $220,000 from the sale ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-05T16:46:31Z)

Walmart will have a hot early Black Friday Sale starting this Saturday.

The early Walmart Black Friday deals for this weekend feature a 15.6-inc Compaq Laptop for $288 . This is the first Black Friday Laptop deal under $300 this year. Additionally Walmart is offering on Nov. 6 a Sony PS3 Move Console bundle for $399 with a ... (Source: I4U 2010-11-02T16:35:46Z)

Citigroup Prevails in Lawsuit Over EMI Deal

8:10 p.m. | Updated In a stinging blow to the British financier Guy Hands, a jury has cleared Citigroup of any wrongdoing over its role in the sale of the EMI Group , the ailing music company. Mr. Hands sought an $8 billion recovery, plus punitive damages ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-11-05T00:33:00Z)

UPDATE 4-Citigroup defeats fraud claim over EMI deal

NEW YORK, Nov 4 (Reuters) - British financier Guy Hands has lost his court case accusing Citigroup Inc ( C.N ) of tricking him into overpaying for music company EMI, a deal that came to epitomize the risks of loading companies with debt. A federal court ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-04T22:31:18Z)

Best Buy Black Friday 2010 Early Sale

It's three weeks to Black Friday 2010 and we're now starting to see the first releases of Black Friday goodies. First off the rank this year is the Best Buy Black Friday 2010 early sale, which Best Buy is calling the "Shop Early, Save Big" event ... (Source: The Inquisitr 2010-11-06T01:57:43Z)

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)

AIG cleans house; posts $2.4B loss for 3Q

NEW YORK—American International Group Inc., one of the largest recipients of government aid during the financial crisis, reported a $2.4 billion loss due to restructuring charges Friday as the sprawling insurance company made more strides toward trimming ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-05T22:15:48Z)

Broadway and Hollywood Acting Great Jill Clayburgh Passes Away

Jill Clayburgh, whose Broadway and Hollywood acting career stretched through the decades, highlighted by her Oscar-nominated portrayal of a divorcee exploring her sexuality in the 1978 film ``An Unmarried Woman,'' died Friday. She was 66. Her husband, Tony ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T04:13:43Z)

Insurance giant AIG posts $2.4 billion third-quarter loss

NEW YORK: Insurance giant AIG is reporting a $2.4 billion loss for the third quarter, dragged down by hefty charges tied to selling off some assets. But American International Group Inc. (AIG), which is 80-percent owned by the US government, remains ... (Source: Lebanon Daily Star 2010-11-05T23:05:55Z)

Deals of the Hour / November 5, 2010, 8:40 pm

In Nigeria, Companies Miss Deadline for Telecom Sale

A group of private companies missed a deadline Thursday to provide a $750 million down payment to purchase Nigeria's ailing state-run telephone company, the latest setback in efforts to privatize the firm, The Associated Press reported. The New ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-11-05T08:39:46Z)

Nuns sell Honus Wagner card for $262,000

A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns has sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a deceased nun. The ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-05T16:10:44Z)

Ex-GOP official: Money swap in DeLay case common

AUSTIN, Texas—A former top Republican Party official says money swaps such as those at the center of former U.S. House Majority Leader Tom DeLay's money laundering trial are not only legal, they're common. Terry Nelson was executive director of political ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-05T17:36:38Z)

DeLay Trial

AUSTIN — A former Republican National Committee official told jurors Thursday in Tom DeLay's money laundering trial he doesn't believe anything illegal was done when the RNC exchanged $190,000 in corporate donations raised by the ex-House majority leader ... (Source: Fort Bend Herald 2010-11-05T18:33:54Z)

Citigroup Lawyer Asks Judge to Dismiss Juror in EMI Case

NEW YORK—Citigroup Inc. has asked that a juror be kicked off a trial over the 2007 sale of EMI Group PLC because of her connection to a documentary on the financial crisis by filmmaker Michael Moore. Terra Firma Capital Partners Ltd. claims it was duped ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-11-02T19:41:53Z)

NITEL Sale Hits Brick Wall

Nov 05, 2010 (Daily Trust/All Africa Global Media via COMTEX) -- Hopes thinned yesterday on NITEL's sale to the core investor -the New Generation Consortium-as it was unable to offset an advance payment of a 30 per cent security sum amounting to $750 ... (Source: TMCnet 2010-11-05T13:11:46Z)

Woman Accused Of Trying To Sell Grandson For $75K

WESH.com A Holly Hill woman has been arrested for trying to sell her own 8-week-old grandson, authorities said on Friday. Patty Bigbee, 45, was arrested after the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said she offered to sell the child for $75,000. FDLE ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T00:46:08Z)

Q+A: Policy impact of Republican takeover of Congress

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The midterm elections on Tuesday will likely have a profound effect on policy, from climate change legislation to tackling the budget deficit. Polls show Republicans headed toward control of the House of Representatives and perhaps ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-03T01:18:19Z)

Wal-Mart And Best Buy Running Pre-Black Friday Deals

Retailers are preparing their big Black Friday deals and Wal-Mart and Best Buy are starting early with special holiday sales this weekend. Wal-Mart is running a two-day sale on electronics November 6-7. While they don't have any of their freshly stocked ... (Source: Mediabistro.com 2010-11-05T20:21:16Z)

Business gains a friend: Congress

Rep. Spencer Bachus (R-Ala.) is in line to supplant Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) as chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, but Rep. Ed Royce (R-Fullerton) said Wednesday that he also would seek the post. Both fought hard against the financial ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-04T16:26:14Z)

Early Black Friday Deals Online and in Stores

Black Friday Sales Online is starting before the day after Thanksgiving. Department stores decided to make the shopping spirit better with earlier deals and great savings online. Benefits of shopping early are being able to buy your holiday gifts before ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-11-05T22:08:39Z)

FDLE: Couple Tried To Sell Woman's Grandson

WPBF.com Florida Department of Law Enforcement agents arrested on Friday a Holly Hill woman who they said attempted to sell her 8-week old grandson. Patty Bigbee, 45, was taken to the Volusia County Jail and charged with illegal sale or surrender of a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-06T01:43:24Z)

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)

FDLE arrests Holly Hill woman for sale of child

HOLLY HILL, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) - The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) announced the arrest today of Patty Bigbee, 45, of Holly Hill, Fla., for attempting to sell her 8-week old grandson. The investigation began in late October after Bigbee ... (Source: Myfoxorl and O 2010-11-05T22:58:45Z)

Marlborough-based developer puts Edaville Railroad up for sale

The Marlborough-based owner of Edaville Railroad says the historic land is up for sale and needs a buyer soon to keep the attraction going. Developer Jon Delli Priscoli said yesterday that park operators Brenda Johnson and Robert Julian have decided not to ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-11-05T22:44:26Z)

Policy impact of Republican gains in Congress

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican gains in the Congress could have a profound effect on policy, from climate change legislation to the budget deficit. Republicans will take control of the House of Representatives and have a much stronger position in the ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-03T15:30:09Z)

Edaville Railroad up for sale

Popular tourist attraction to shut down if buyer isn't found CARVER (AP) - Edaville Railroad is up for sale and its owner said Thursday the popular southeastern Massachusetts tourist attraction would be forced to shut down if a buyer isn't found in the ... (Source: Sun Chronicle 2010-11-05T13:40:24Z)

Prosecution implies DeLay PAC had money woes

AUSTIN — Prosecutors in Tom DeLay's money laundering trial implied to jurors on Thursday that the former House majority leader's political action committee became desperate for donations and focused its efforts on getting corporate dollars, some of which ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-11-05T05:26:29Z)

Douglas Pledges 'Smooth Transition' To Shumlin

WPTZ.com Gov.-elect Peter Shumlin announced members of his transition team Thursday, the first of dozens of personnel decisions he'll make over the next nine weeks, before the formal start of the incoming administration. Shumlin, a Democrat, narrowly edged ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-11-05T20:42:45Z)

Republicans look to Hawaii to make waves in House

HONOLULU -- A fill-in Republican congressman has a shot at winning a full-term job in Hawaii, a Democratic stronghold and President Barack Obama's birth state. Republican U.S. Rep. Charles Djou, who is the incumbent after winning a May special election ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-10-27T20:53:25Z)

Citigroup Prevails in Lawsuit Over EMI Deal

8:10 p.m. | Updated In a stinging blow to the British financier Guy Hands, a jury has cleared Citigroup of any wrongdoing over its role in the sale of the EMI Group , the ailing music company. Mr. Hands sought an $8 billion recovery, plus punitive damages ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-11-05T00:33:00Z)

Baseball card nets $220,000 for Baltimore nuns

Honus Wagner came through in the clutch for the School Sisters of Notre Dame. A rare baseball card that had been bequeathed to the order of Roman Catholic nuns in Baltimore has sold at auction for $262,900, with the nuns receiving $220,000 from the sale ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-05T16:46:31Z)

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)

Edaville Railroad for sale

CARVER (AP) -- Edaville Railroad is up for sale and its owner said yesterday the popular southeastern Massachusetts tourist attraction would be forced to shut down if a buyer isn't found in the next few months. Jon Delli Priscoli, who owns the 230-acre ... (Source: Lowell Sun 2010-11-05T14:30:31Z)

Nigeria: Companies miss deadline for telecom sale

LAGOS, Nigeria—A group of private companies missed a deadline Thursday to provide a $750 million down payment to purchase Nigeria's ailing state-run telephone company, the latest setback in efforts to privatize the firm. The New Generation ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-11-05T15:42:06Z)

Nuns sell rare Honus Wagner baseball card for $262,000

BALTIMORE - A rare Honus Wagner baseball card that was bequeathed to an order of Roman Catholic nuns has sold at auction for $262,000. The Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame put the card up for sale after inheriting it from the brother of a ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-11-05T17:36:38Z)

Best Buy Black Friday 2010 Early Sale

It's three weeks to Black Friday 2010 and we're now starting to see the first releases of Black Friday goodies. First off the rank this year is the Best Buy Black Friday 2010 early sale, which Best Buy is calling the "Shop Early, Save Big" event ... (Source: The Inquisitr 2010-11-06T01:57:43Z)

UPDATE 4-Citigroup defeats fraud claim over EMI deal

NEW YORK, Nov 4 (Reuters) - British financier Guy Hands has lost his court case accusing Citigroup Inc ( C.N ) of tricking him into overpaying for music company EMI, a deal that came to epitomize the risks of loading companies with debt. A federal court ... (Source: Reuters 2010-11-04T22:31:18Z)

Handful of results might be weeks off

DENVER — Senate races in two states and a handful of gubernatorial contests remained extraordinarily close yesterday and seemed destined for contested vote counts that could drag on for weeks. The US Senate candidates in Washington state were separated ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-11-04T08:05:09Z)

Macy's Black Friday Ads Come Early with Walmart Black Friday 2010 Sales Starting Now

Macy's Black Friday ads come early along with Walmart Black Friday 2010 deals starting November 5. Early Black Friday 2010 sales start today include the Amazing Walmart Electronics Event, Best Buy, Kohls and Macy's online deals and printable shopping pass ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-11-05T20:21:16Z)

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