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Deals of the Hour / June 25, 2011, 10:42 am

Mel Antonen: Riggleman feels good about decision

Riggleman said the players gave him 100 percent. There was controversy in May when new outfielder Jayson Werth, the former Philadelphia Phillie who signed a seven-year, $126 million deal, created waves when he said, "changes needed to be made," fueling ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2011-06-25T16:21:55Z)

Whitey Bulger, a savvy, feared fugitive, is found frail and paranoid

But soon after Bulger was lured out of a Santa Monica apartment on Wednesday and arrested at long last, it became clear that the reputed mobster was an old and ailing man living a quiet life. The end did not come in a hail of gunfire, as he'd once ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-24T17:20:22Z)

Casey Anthony trial: Attorneys decline to discuss why court recessed early today

Ashton confirmed that Furton's deposition would be taken today. He would not comment on any speculation of a plea deal at this point in the trial. Anthony, 25, is accused of killing her 2-year-old daughter Caylee Marie in the summer of 2008. The toddler's ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2011-06-25T16:43:24Z)

Cameron's Cursing Teacher Swipes Cash From Kids; Talking Cars: Rick Warner

Diaz's skimpy outfits, which showcase her racehorse legs, are only a temporary distraction. I was expecting a classroom version of "Bad Santa," an uproarious sendup starring Billy Bob Thornton as a soused, foul- mouthed Saint Nick. "Bad Teacher ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-06-25T03:57:28Z)

Kurt Rambis in Limbo with Lockout News Delaying Firing by Minnesota TImberwolves

Rambis has 2 years remaining on a 4-year deal, but David Kahn needed to relieve him of his responsibilities during or after the 2010-2011 NBA season. He kept him around for a draft in which he most likely had very little to no say in and the media is ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-06-25T16:50:33Z)

With Afghan withdrawal, US focus turns to Pakistan

The raid infuriated Pakistan because the government wasn't told of it beforehand. U.S. officials have said they kept the Pakistanis in the dark because they were worried that bin Laden would be tipped off by extremist sympathizers in the Pakistani military. (Source: Seattle Times 2011-06-24T06:14:39Z)

Clarke: Flyers different, but better after big moves

"He's made our team better. We realize we gave up two very good players and you hope it's a deal that turns out good for the Flyers, Los Angeles and Columbus. "(Carter and Richards) are terrific players and they were important to our organization ... (Source: FOX News 2011-06-25T16:43:24Z)

Capture of Boston Gangster Could Mean More Scandal

If Bulger decides to cut a deal with prosecutors, he could implicate an untold number ... is charged in connection with 19 murders. He was captured in Santa Monica, Calif., Wednesday, where he had lived for 15 of the last 16 years, according to his landlord. (Source: FOX News 2011-06-24T11:58:15Z)

Obama slides toward Afghan exit

In his speech, Obama lowered the goals for the U.S. mission in Afghanistan and invited the Afghan government to negotiate a deal with the Taliban, the ultra-orthodox Islamic group that hosted al Qaeda organizers of the 9/11 mass-murder. "Our position on ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-06-23T04:49:56Z)

Obama Faces Major Test In Debt-Limit Negotiations

McConnell and House Speaker John Boehner have repeatedly said that no deal can include tax hikes. Amid an economic slowdown, persistently high unemployment and a looming deadline for action, the negotiations will challenge Obama's ability to forge a ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-06-25T16:14:46Z)

WRAPUP 1-Top Republicans insist no taxes in U.S. debt deal

A deal must be reached by Aug. 2 to avoid a potential default on the country's $14.3 trillion debt. The top Republicans in Congress, McConnell and U.S. House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner, held fast on Friday to their position that Congress would ... (Source: Reuters 2011-06-24T16:30:16Z)

Coming soon to a theater near Yuri

In a poorly air-conditioned auditorium filled well beyond its 2,000-seat capacity, the Hollywood contingent went on stage to introduce the opening film of the 33rd Moscow International Film Festival: Paramount Pictures ' "Transformers: Dark of the Moon ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-06-25T17:12:02Z)

ROGER SIMON COLUMN Leaving Afghanistan not quick, not easy

"And even as there will be dark days ahead in Afghanistan, the light of a secure peace can be seen in the distance." That last phrase is a little close to Gen. William Westmoreland's famous 1968 statement that there was "light at the end of the tunnel" in Vietnam. (Source: Delaware Wave 2011-06-25T16:36:14Z)

Cashing in on the Casey Anthony Trial

Kabrawala said the company has also struck a deal with Anthony Lazzaro, one of Casey's ex-boyfriends, to participate in a question and answer session during the tour once he is no longer a part of the trial. And the company said it is also in talks with ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2011-06-24T19:50:42Z)

'Rageaholic' Bulger headed back to Boston; could spill beans on crooked lawmen

Bulger, the former leader of the violent Winter Hill Gang, was captured in Santa Monica, Calif ... If Bulger decides to cut a deal with prosecutors, he could implicate an untold number of local, state and federal law enforcement officials, according ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-24T15:04:22Z)

Sarkozy defends Libya mission as House keeps funding

Jets could be heard overhead as Libyan tracer fire arced across the dark sky. Libyan television said the NATO-led military alliance also hit targets in the town of Zlitan, east of Tripoli. War-fatigued lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives took a ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-06-24T22:42:30Z)

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