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Deals of the Hour / October 17, 2010, 2:40 am

Russia agrees to build nuclear plant in Venezuela

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez reached a deal with Russia on Friday to build the South American country's first nuclear plant, as questions arose why a nation rich in oil and gas would feel the need to venture into atomic energy. The two nations also ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-15T18:23:01Z)

Feds reject new St. Croix River bridge on scenic grounds

STILLWATER, Minn. (AP) - The National Park Service has rejected a proposed bridge over the St. Croix River, saying it would hurt the scenic and recreational values of the river. Friday's decision means the $668 million project won't move forward unless ... (Source: Eau Claire Leader-Telegram 2010-10-16T19:33:24Z)

Calipari tells UK fans to 'turn the page' at Midnight Madness

LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Kentucky coach John Calipari raised his hand, calling for silence from the 22,000 who packed Rupp Arena on Friday night for Big Blue Madness. He gave a brief rundown of his dizzying first season with the Wildcats, when Kentucky won 35 ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-16T02:15:27Z)

Helmsley's Mansion in Greenwich Sells For $35 Million

The 23,000-square-foot Connecticut mansion that was home to the late hotel and real estate magnates Harry and Leona Helmsley has sold for $35 million, two years after hitting the market at $125 million. Property records show the Helmsleys' charitable trust ... (Source: Hartford Courant 2010-10-13T23:54:40Z)

2 more Marines from Camp Pendleton battalion killed

Two more Marines from the Camp Pendleton-based 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment have been reported killed in combat in Afghanistan, bringing the total to seven in two days. Lance Cpl. Joseph C. Lopez, 26, of Rosamond , in the Antelope Valley, and Lance ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-15T23:09:20Z)

National Park Service says no to St. Croix River bridge

St. Paul, Minn. — The National Park Service on Friday said a proposed bridge over the St. Croix River near Stillwater can't be built. In a letter to the Federal Highway Administration, the park service said constructing the bridge would "fundamentally ... (Source: Marketplace.publicradio.org 2010-10-15T19:34:36Z)

They drove a Mean bargain for Leona Helmsley's estate

A n unidentified buyer has bought late hotel magnate Leona Helmsley's Connecticut estate for $35 million - less than a third of the home's original $125 million asking price. The 40-acre Greenwich, Conn., spread features a 28-room mansion, a carriage ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-15T04:11:10Z)

Calipari talks to UK fans at Midnight Madness

LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Kentucky coach John Calipari raised his hand, calling for silence from the 22,000 who packed Rupp Arena on Friday night for Big Blue Madness. He gave a brief rundown of his dizzying first season with the Wildcats, when Kentucky won 35 ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-16T04:52:56Z)

Leona Helmsley's Connecticut. mansion goes for $35M, down from original asking price of $125M

GREENWICH, Conn. (AP) — The late Leona Helmsley's mansion in Connecticut has sold for $35 million — $90 million below the original asking price. Property records show that the charitable trust for hotel and real estate magnates Harry and Leona Helmsley ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-15T01:26:32Z)

Big doings in Kentucky's Blue Madness

LEXINGTON, Ky -- LEXINGTON, Ky. - Something old: the five first-round picks in June's NBA Draft. Something new: The promise of freshmen like Brandon Knight, Doron Lamb and Terrence Jones. Something borrowed: The DJ of the Washington Wizards, who goes by ... (Source: Lexington Herald-Leader 2010-10-16T10:00:45Z)

Gophers men's basketball media day highlights

What's up, Gophers fans? The men's and women's basketball programs met with the media Friday morning, hours before the season's kicks off with "Tubby's Tipoff" at Williams Arena Friday night. A few highlights ... -Rodney Williams Jr. suffered a concussion ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-15T22:33:33Z)

KSU to build hoops facility

MANHATTAN — The value of a practice facility in college basketball can't be underestimated. Just imagine if the shiny structure rendered in a video at Kansas State's Madness in Manhattan had been standing a few years ago. "Maybe if K-State had that, Mike ... (Source: Topeka Capital-Journal 2010-10-16T05:14:25Z)

Marine From Albany Killed In Afghanistan

ALBANY, Ore. -- A marine from Albany was killed in the war in Afghanistan. The Department of Defense said 21-year old Lance Cpl. Joseph Rodewald was killed along with three other Marines by a roadside bomb. The Marines were killed in Afghanistan's Helmand ... (Source: kptv.com 2010-10-15T16:35:38Z)

Russia, Venezuela sign nuke deal

MOSCOW: Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez reached a deal with Russia on Friday to build the South American country's first nuclear plant, as questions arose why a nation rich in oil and gas would feel the need to venture into atomic energy. The two nations ... (Source: Arab News 2010-10-15T19:48:55Z)

Tonight is Midnight Madness for college hoops teams

Tonight is the night Tom Izzo annually breaks out a fun wardrobe with props to entertain Michigan State basketball fans. Yes, it's Midnight Madness around the college basketball world. Here's betting Izzo plays Buzz Lightyear and dresses up like an ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-10-15T17:04:16Z)

Chavez clinches energy, nuclear deals on Russia visit

AFP - Venezuela's maverick President Hugo Chavez clinched a host of deals Friday to boost a burgeoning relationship with Russia, including an accord to build the first nuclear power plant in his country. As well as the accord for Russia to build and ... (Source: France 24 2010-10-15T16:49:57Z)

Midnight Madness Capsules No Pitt season starts without high expectations

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The seasons change, the players change. What doesn't change with Pitt basketball are the expectations. Win around 25 games. Finish high in the Big East Conference standings. Advance deep into the Big East tournament. Try to stretch ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-10-15T22:12:05Z)

KSU planning $20 million basketball facility

MANHATTAN, Kansas - Kansas State used the Madness in Manhattan event as a platform to announce plans to build a $20 million basketball training facility. The 50,000 square-foot building will put the Wildcats on par with the top programs in the nation ... (Source: NBC Action News KSHB-TV 41 2010-10-16T02:22:37Z)

At Madness in Manhattan, K-State announces plans for $20 million basketball training facility

MANHATTAN, Kan. | Kansas State celebrated more than the start of basketball season Friday night. During the Wildcats' Madness in Manhattan event, athletic director John Currie unveiled plans for a long sought after training facility. The approximately ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-10-16T03:27:02Z)

Another Midnight Madness capacity crowd

EAST LANSING — For the second year in a row, the Breslin Center was filled to capacity for Midnight Madness at Michigan State. And like last year, fans had the chance to take pictures with the program's Big Ten Championship trophies under coach Tom ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-10-16T07:51:54Z)

National Park Service decision deals another blow to St. Croix River bridge supporters

A proposed bridge over the St. Croix River south of Stillwater can't be built because it would hurt the scenic and recreational values of the river, the National Park Service announced Friday. That means the $668 million project won't move forward unless ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-10-16T06:33:09Z)

Gerard Butler: Michigan Midnight Madness!

Michigan State University students and fans were in for a treat during the school's Midnight Madness event on Friday (October 15) when Gerard Butler made a surprise appearance! The 40-year-old Scottish stud helped kick off the Spartans' basketball ... (Source: Just Jared 2010-10-16T10:00:45Z)

San Diego Deals and Steals While on Vacation

San Diego, nestled in southern California adjacent to Mexico and the Pacific Ocean, is known as " America's Finest City. " There are many reasons to visit any time of the year, and the deals are just one of the elements that need to be factored into your ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-10-08T13:30:40Z)

Who's the Best Free-Agent Signing in Yankees History?

ARLINGTON, Tex. – The following question was posed by Marc Carig of The Star-Ledger of Newark in the beat reporters' interview session with Joe Girardi: Is C.C. Sabathia the best free-agent signing in the history of the Yankees? Girardi acknowledged ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-10-15T23:30:49Z)

Yankees come back to win game 1

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — CC Sabathia was so bad in the first inning of the AL championship series Friday night that his best pitch might have been one that bounced off the backstop. It sure wasn't the one that Josh Hamilton put over the wall. Or the four ... (Source: Winfield Daily Courier 2010-10-16T17:53:11Z)

Rocky 1st inning hurts Sabathia; Yankees recover

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — CC Sabathia was so bad in the first inning of the AL championship series Friday night that his best pitch might have been one that bounced off the backstop. It sure wasn't the one that Josh Hamilton put over the wall. Or the four ... (Source: Stamford Advocate 2010-10-16T16:12:59Z)

CC Sabathia has paid off for the Yankees

ARLINGTON, TEXAS — Two years into a seven-year contract, Yankees ace CC Sabathia has been worth all the money and worth all the fuss. But is he the Yankees best free agent signing of all time? Better than Reggie Jackson? Better than Catfish Hunter? "Just ... (Source: MyCentralJersey.com 2010-10-16T04:31:28Z)

Yanks say they'll adjust to Rangers' lefties

ARLINGTON -- The Yankees were not shocked to learn Friday that the Rangers opted to add a pair of left-handed relievers to their bullpen, looking to provide manager Ron Washington with additional late options. Southpaws Clay Rapada and Michael Kirkman were ... (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-10-15T23:52:17Z)

Yankees overcome rocky start by Sabathia

ARLINGTON, Texas — CC Sabathia was so bad in the first inning of the AL championship series Friday night that his best pitch might have been one that bounced off the backstop. It sure wasn't the one that Josh Hamilton put over the wall. Or the four in ... (Source: East Oregonian 2010-10-16T14:32:46Z)

Freshman swingman Austin Hollins pushing for a starting job with Gophers

University of Minnesota basketball coach Tubby Smith said he's not opposed to starting a freshman this season despite returning an experienced team that went 21-14 and made a second straight NCAA tournament appearance last season. Smith said freshman ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-10-16T02:01:08Z)

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