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Deals of the Hour / June 19, 2011, 4:47 pm

Clemons' death leaves void for Springsteen

He had a deep, booming voice not often displayed, although he added hearty "ho-ho-ho's" during seasonal renditions of "Santa Claus is Comin' to Town." Truth be told, Clemons' role in the E Street Band diminished as the years went on. Springsteen's simpler ... (Source: Olympian 2011-06-19T22:48:25Z)

EU Finance Ministers Wrangle Over Greek Debt

Jean-Claude Juncker, the prime minister of Luxembourg who also chairs the eurozone finance meetings, told reporters not to expect a final deal Sunday night. (Source: ABC News 2011-06-19T22:55:35Z)

UPDATE: FOREX WEEK AHEAD: Euro May Rally On Lifeline For Greece

Despite some optimism late Sunday about the possibility of a deal soon on short-term funding, Greece's long-term financing and the future of several other euro-zone sovereigns remain concerns for investors. In the U.S., when the Federal Reserve's policy ... (Source: NASDAQ 2011-06-19T23:17:03Z)

Hope still part of Obama campaign message for 2012

He has tried to strike a bipartisan tone, forging a budget deal late last year that included a temporary extension of the Bush-era tax cuts (he now wants to get rid of them) and projecting himself as above the fray as partisan fighting over another budget ... (Source: Miami Herald 2011-06-19T23:17:03Z)

NYT: Springsteen band's Clarence Clemons dies

In 1985 he had a Top 20 hit with "You're a Friend of Mine," on which he sang with Jackson Browne, and played saxophone on records by Aretha Franklin and Twisted Sister. Recently he was featured on Lady Gaga's album "Born This Way." Mr. Clemons ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-19T12:54:17Z)

Julie Taymor Calls 'Spider-Man' Producers' Reliance on Focus Groups 'Scary'

Had Shakespeare been around to see the producers of Broadway musical "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" use focus groups to re-work their production, he would have been "appalled." So said Julie Taymor, creator off "Turn Off the Dark," who was ... (Source: TheWrap 2011-06-19T22:48:25Z)

Boehner, Obama team up to win golf match

While aides for both men tried to lower expectations that deal on the deficit — or anything else, for that matter — would be reached on the course. But it couldn't hurt. "It may move you a little bit closer toward the kind of compromise that we need to ... (Source: Cincinnati.com 2011-06-19T10:09:39Z)

Clarence Clemons, Longtime Saxophone Player for Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band, Dies

In addition to his saxophone, Clemons also provided background vocals, with a deep baritone probably most recognized as the voice of Santa Claus in Springsteen's version of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town." When introducing Clemons in recent years ... (Source: ABC News 2011-06-19T10:59:45Z)

U.S.-Saudi rivalry intensifies

The United States is selling the Saudis $60 billion in arms and other military hardware in a multiyear deal, the largest U.S. weapons transaction ever. The tension has been most visible in Bahrain, where Riyadh ignored U.S. warnings and sent more than ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-19T09:33:51Z)

G-7 ministers discuss Greek situation

Jean-Claude Juncker, the prime minister of Luxembourg who also chairs the eurozone finance meetings, told reporters not to expect a final deal Sunday night. Just over a year after its first bailout, Greece is trailing its financial goals. Without passing ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2011-06-19T23:02:44Z)

Kim Kardashian: Kardashian Engagement Party Shows Reality of the Charmed Life

Things just seem to fall in line for the Kardashians. While most of us have to deal with the trials and tribulations of real life, these reality TV stars prove that there is nothing money can't solve. US Magazine caught up with Khloe Kardashian recently. (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-06-19T22:55:35Z)

Can golf success carry over for Obama, Boehner?

While aides for both men tried to lower expectations that deal on the deficit — or anything else, for that matter — would be reached on the course. But it couldn't hurt. "It may move you a little bit closer toward the kind of compromise that we need to ... (Source: The Guardian 2011-06-19T08:43:45Z)

Harris-Moore pleads guilty in federal court, will answer to San Juan County's case in July

5, 2009. Harris-Moore, 20, who netted the nickname "Barefoot Bandit" during a two-year international crime spree that ended with his arrest in the Bahamas a year ago in July, promised to forfeit all rights he may have to any movie, book deal or payment of ... (Source: Bainbridge Island Review 2011-06-19T22:55:35Z)

Artist Accused of Molesting Daughters

Rusconi, whose pop culture art often depicts portraits of celebrities, skateboarders, politicians, and artists, recently exhibited works in Santa Monica and Downtown Los Angeles. NBC LA tried to contact Rusconi but he could not be reached for comment. (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-19T22:41:16Z)

Rapid Reaction: Braves 4, Rangers 2

That scored an additional Braves run with two outs. Normally, the first baseman makes that play because he has the larger glove and doesn't have all that equipment to deal with. Torrealba must not have heard Young (I'm told you could hear Young calling for ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-06-19T21:44:00Z)

Could the US NFL Draft Pick System Be Introduced to Football?

In America high school and college sport is a big deal '" because they are future NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS... stars. However, in England talented football players are snapped up by football clubs by a young age with a view that becoming professionals at that ... (Source: Associated Content 2011-06-19T23:02:44Z)

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