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Deals of the Hour / July 2, 2011, 8:51 pm

NFL, NBA lockouts provide similarities

But it's probably not a fluke that owners in both sports are saying at the same time that the old deals didn't provide them with sufficient revenue. The U.S. economy is emerging from a recession. And NFL and NBA leaders contend there aren't enough new ... (Source: Gadsden Times 2011-07-03T01:31:58Z)

Beach balls abound on day 2 of Super Ball IX: Phish fans flock to WGI

"I drink beers, hang out, play some guitar, and just kind of kick back," Heller said. "It's a great place to relax, and it's beautiful weather, thank God." Aside from making music, folks found other ways of entertaining themselves and others. Brandon Ayers ... (Source: Press & Sun-Bulletin 2011-07-03T03:26:30Z)

Jurors see scant evidence in Casey Anthony trial

During opening statements in May, prosecutors said Caylee was suffocated with duct tape by a mother who loved to party, tattooed herself with the Italian words for "beautiful life" in the month her daughter was missing and crafted elaborate lies to mislead ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-07-03T01:03:20Z)

Monaco Full of Joy and Love After Prince Albert's Wedding

When she went into the chapel at Saint Devoté, she just broke down; it was so emotional . And she is so beautiful." -- Nichelle Dubresne, homemaker "It was a beautiful service, and I think it may have been just in time. Don't be surprised if we are ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-07-03T03:33:39Z)

A Game of Give and Take

As long as superstars get paid, the rest of the lot should be able to deal with "only" getting 3-5 million dollars annually on 1-3 year deals. Yes, when you're getting far more than that now, I don't expect you to take it without a fight, but in the end ... (Source: CelticsBlog 2011-07-02T00:50:12Z)

Prince William and Kate Middleton Met by Protesters on Tour of Canada

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock -- a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T02:00:36Z)

Cheers and some boos greet royal tour in Quebec

The couple visited a hospital neonatal unit, then went to a cooking school where they donned chefs' uniforms to cover William's dark blue suit and Kate's gray Kensington dress as they prepared food during a cooking lesson. The couple are scheduled to spend ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2011-07-03T02:22:04Z)

New 'Transformers 3′ Movie Delivered Crazy Action,Drama & More

New 'Transformers 3′ movie delivered crazy action,drama & more. DreamWorks Pictures (Paramount) released their new crazy,action flick "Transformers 3: Dark Of The Moon" this weekend. I just checked it out,and thought it was pretty amazing ... (Source: OnTheFlix 2011-07-03T01:24:48Z)

Some questions and answers concerning the labor unrest in both the NFL and NBA

But it's probably not a fluke that owners in both sports are saying at the same time that the old deals didn't provide them with sufficient revenue. The U.S. economy is emerging from a recession. And NFL and NBA leaders contend there aren't enough ... (Source: Peoria Journal Star 2011-07-03T02:29:14Z)

Royals tour Canada, Monaco gets a new princess

"They'll be remembered as princesses — beautiful, radiant princesses," Martin said ... while Albert wore a sober dark suit and white tie. Saturday's Roman Catholic ceremony will also take place in the palace, followed by a gala dinner by famed ... (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press 2011-07-03T01:39:07Z)

Prince William, Kate greeted by protesters

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock—a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2011-07-03T01:31:58Z)

Beach balls abound at day 2 of Super Ball IX

"I drink beers, hang out, play some guitar, and just kind of kick back," Heller said. "It's a great place to relax, and it's beautiful weather, thank God." Aside from making music, folks found other ways of entertaining themselves and others. Brandon Ayers ... (Source: Star-Gazette 2011-07-03T01:46:17Z)

Vulnerable feel the pinch of Minnesota government shutdown

The shutdown halted non-emergency road construction and closed the state zoo and Capitol. More than 40 state boards and agencies went dark, though critical functions such as state troopers, prison guards, the courts and disaster responses will continue. (Source: Kansas City Star 2011-07-03T03:12:11Z)

Transformers: Dark of the Moon movie review: brain-numbing Baynality

That applies double — no, triple — to Transformers: Dark of the Moon , the third installment in a series dedicated to dishing out the most intensely onerous big budget "entertainment" turn of the century cinema has to offer. Shia LaBeouf reprises ... (Source: Crikey 2011-07-03T02:00:36Z)

Albert, Charlene set for Monaco religious wedding

Several thousand Monegasques came out for the civil ceremony a day earlier, many of them sporting dark suits or evening gowns and heels, despite the scorching temperatures. One of the attendees, 72-year-old Marie Malghreli, was still glowing from her ... (Source: MSN Entertainment 2011-07-02T13:36:08Z)

Los Alamos lab prepares to reopen as fire threat eases

"We, the generation of today, have seen a beautiful canyon and traditional lands that have been our home for centuries destroyed in a matter of days," Santa Clara Pueblo Governor Walter Dasheno said, pleading for emergency federal assistance. "Our canyon ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T03:26:30Z)

Tigers found a gem: Victor Martinez adds productivity, character

It's quiz time as we move toward the All-Star break with a half-season of numbers and measurements at hand. The quiz is more a test of memory. Specifically, as teams and players stepped into the free-agent marketplace last November, what player would a ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-07-03T03:19:20Z)

Tech News Briefs | Microsoft officially offers Web-based Office suite

Go Daddy Group Inc.'s sale to KKR, Silver Lake and Technology Crossover Ventures comes as the company expects to top $1.1 billion in revenue this year because expanding Internet use has fueled the creation of more websites and the domains needed to help find them. (Source: Desert Sun 2011-07-03T01:24:48Z)

Unable to agree on budget, Minnesota government shuts down

The shutdown halted non-emergency road construction and closed the state zoo and Capitol. More than 40 state boards and agencies went dark, though critical functions such as state troopers, prison guards, the courts and disaster responses will continue. (Source: Spartanburg Herald-Journal 2011-07-03T01:31:58Z)

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