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Deals of the Hour / June 18, 2011, 6:47 am

Dodgers Settlement: McCourt's Divorce Case Settlement Bad for Baseball

The one part of this whole affair that could trump even the court's decision would MLB commissioner Bud Selig's decision on whether to approve or reject a $385 million deal between the Los Angeles Dodgers and television network Fox. Must Read ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-06-18T13:16:57Z)

U.S. In Peace Talks With Taliban, Karzai Confirms

Karzai was speaking the day after the U.N. Security Council split the U.N. sanctions list for Taliban and al Qaeda figures into two, which envoys said could help induce the Taliban into talks on a peace deal in Afghanistan. But despite hopes that talks ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-18T12:41:09Z)

Giffords: 1st trip to hometown Tucson since attack

"Wheels down Tucson. Gabrielle & Mark looking forward to a beautiful weekend," the tweet said. Giffords was released from a Houston hospital Wednesday, five months after being shot in the head during a Tucson political event. She had been in the rehab ... (Source: Washington Times 2011-06-18T13:24:06Z)

Reports: Several owners resisting NFL labor deal

A small group of team owners is mounting a resistance against a possible labor deal, according to several media reports. Citing sources, NFL.com and ESPN are reporting that team officials are being instructed to be ready for an extra night in Chicago after ... (Source: USA Today 2011-06-18T02:11:14Z)

Gabrielle Giffords Returns to Tucson for Short, Private Visit

"Team: Wheels down Tucson," read a tweet from her Twitter feed Friday evening. "Gabrielle & Mark looking forward to a beautiful weekend." The congresswoman is expected to make no public appearances during the visit, according to a news release from her office. (Source: ABC News 2011-06-18T02:47:01Z)

Karzai Blasts Allies as Insurgents Attack in Kabul

Mr. Karzai "has caused deep division within Afghan society by his constant, unconditional offer of alliance to the Taliban," said Amrullah Saleh, a non-Pashtun who was Mr. Karzai's intelligence chief for six years, in an article published by ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-18T13:24:06Z)

Analysis: In Greece, it's all about 'solidarity'

Love and understanding were in short supply on the streets around Parliament, where protesters and police clashed this week, as well as within the walls of the prominent sand-colored building, where Greece's politicians failed to strike a deal to form a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-18T13:24:06Z)

Hebert's gamble in 1990 paid off big for NFL's players

Hebert's contract was up and Finks could just sit on Hebert until he caved to a low-ball offer. The Raiders reportedly were willing ... Hebert eventually received a two-year deal in 1991 worth $1.8 million per season from Finks. When Hebert came back ... (Source: CBS Sports 2011-06-18T02:18:23Z)

At the Paris Air Show, Anticipating a Surge in Sales

As an indication of how much money is at stake for military contractors in Asia, the Indian Air Force is weighing an order for 126 fighter jets in a deal valued at at least $10 billion. Last month, India selected two European jets, the Dassault Rafale and ... (Source: New York Times 2011-06-18T12:41:09Z)

Merkel urges 'substantial' bank aid for Greek debt

The EU and the International Monetary Fund are trying to assemble a second bailout package for Greece worth almost as much as last year's 110 billion euros ($156 billion) loan deal. However these bailouts are linked to the need for Athens to introduce ... (Source: France 24 2011-06-18T13:02:38Z)

Dallas Mavericks: Will Defending NBA Champions Repeat Next Season?

Even if Dallas signs free-agent center Tyson Chandler to a new deal, there is no way that these players will have the same desire to win like they did this year. Sorry Maverick's fans, enjoy it while you can. Check back for more on the NBA Finals as it ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-06-18T12:41:09Z)

Reaching a deal not a done deal

N EW YORK — Reaching a labor deal soon is hardly a done deal in the NFL. Team owners will be updated on recent negotiations with the players when they meet in Chicago on Tuesday. They've been told to prepare to stay an extra day because of the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-06-18T12:34:00Z)

Hamburg lobbies Corps to keep higher levee in place after flood

Carter Lake, Ia., nearby on the west side of the Missouri, also remained dry behind the same major levee system that protects Omaha. Across the river, Lake Manawa State Park in Council Bluffs has closed its campground. Both of Nebraska's nuclear power ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-06-18T13:24:06Z)

McCourt divorce settlement: What does it mean for the Dodgers?

With Jamie consenting to the deal and Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Scott Gordon ruling that the deal is in the best interest of the Dodgers, Frank McCourt says MLB has no reason to reject it. A: Not too hard. Fox would like to secure the Dodgers' long ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-18T13:16:57Z)

Europe Shifts Path for Greek Rescue

"Whether it's voluntary or not isn't the primary determinant," said David Riley, managing director of the sovereign group at Fitch Ratings, adding that the key issue will be whether bond holders suffer some sort of economic loss in a deal. "It's hard to ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2011-06-17T23:55:13Z)

Divorce settlement heightens prospect of a McCourt-Selig showdown over Dodgers

Frank McCourt has lobbied Selig to ratify the contract for months, and the Dodgers have scrambled to make payroll without the funds McCourt anticipated from the Fox deal. With a settlement in place, and with Jamie McCourt waiving her right to challenge the ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-18T00:23:51Z)

Karzai: Afghanistan, US in peace negotiations with Taliban

Karzai was speaking the day after the U.N. Security Council split the U.N. sanctions list for Taliban and al-Qaida figures into two, which envoys said could help induce the Taliban into talks on a peace deal in Afghanistan. But despite hopes that talks ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-18T12:41:09Z)

Library Foundation to offer teen award

The St. Louis County Library Foundation will sponsor the Sidney Johnson Learning Award, presented for outstanding library service by a teen. The winner will receive a $1,000 savings bond. The award is open to youths ages 12 to 18. Applicants must be one of ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2011-06-18T13:31:16Z)

Rep. Gabrielle Giffords to visit Tucson

"Wheels down Tucson. Gabrielle & Mark looking forward to a beautiful weekend," the tweet said. Giffords was released from a Houston hospital Wednesday, five months after being shot in the head during a Tucson political event. She had been in the rehab ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2011-06-18T12:48:19Z)

Radiation spike halts work at Japan nuclear plant

But a resumption, he said, was critical to deal with the highly radioactive water. Officials say 110,000 tonnes, the equivalent of 40 Olympic swimming pools -- is stored at the plant, 240 km (150 miles) northeast of Tokyo. "Unless we can resume the ... (Source: Times of India 2011-06-18T12:55:28Z)

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