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Deals of the Hour / October 3, 2010, 6:41 pm

"Jersey Shore" Jenni 'J-Woww' Farley's Playboy Pictures -- Final Offer

the online gossip website, Jersey Shore 's Jenni 'J-Woww' Farley just might be ready to ink a deal with Playboy for $400,000 to pose for naked picutres for the popular men's magazine. The deal isn't final but sources have told Radar Online that the offer ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-09-21T23:09:10Z)

BA, Iberia, American Airlines sign alliance deal

LONDON (Reuters) - British Airways ( BAY.L ), American Airlines and Spanish carrier Iberia ( IBLA.MC ) have signed off on a long-awaited strategic alliance that will see them cooperate on flights between Europe and North America. "The joint business will ... (Source: Reuters UK 2010-09-29T07:00:28Z)

'Jersey Shore' star Jenni (J-Woww) Farley negotiating $400,000 deal to pose nude for Playboy

If you think you've seen a lot of Jenni (J-Woww) Farley on television, wait until you see her in print. According to RadarOnline.com , the "Jersey Shore" star has been offered a whopping $400,000 to pose nude for Playboy. But before fans can fist pump with ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-09-21T15:59:40Z)

AIG, U.S. Agree on an Exit Deal; Making It Work Will Be Tougher

The U.S. government will sell off its stake in American International Group Inc., under a plan that could end the controversial bailout sooner than many thought but that remains fraught with risk. Analysts cautioned that executing the plan, which will ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-01T02:26:05Z)

6 Ways the Southwest Merger Impacts You

This low-fare, low-fee marriage could mean, yes, lower fares and lower fees for more travelers in more markets – but also more late flights, say airfare analysts. Overall, the merger may have more impact on passengers than the mega-merger of United ... (Source: Smart Money 2010-09-28T22:03:36Z)

Rollins' slam sends Phillies past Braves

Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Jimmy Rollins ' third career grand slam punctuated a five-run sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies deal the Atlanta Braves a potentially critical defeat, 11-5, to begin the final series of the regular season at ... (Source: TSN 2010-10-02T05:45:20Z)

Southwest deal will change travel

Southwest Airlines agreed to buy AirTran last week for $1.4 billion. When the combination is complete, fliers — especially those used to AirTran — will notice plenty of changes, from the way they book to the way they board. Here's a look at four ways ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-10-03T05:08:21Z)

Protect the ball, R & B stresses

George Ashcraft needed only to look at the game tape from Aug. 21 to see the No. 1 obstacle standing between the Watertown Red and Black and the chance to play for another Empire Football League championship. And it doesn't wear an opposing jersey. The ... (Source: WatertownDailyTimes.com 2010-10-03T09:04:35Z)

Supreme Court prepares to study hot-button issues

WASHINGTON — The new Supreme Court term, which begins tomorrow, includes cases on some of the most contested issues of the day, including protests at military funerals, support for religious schools, violent video games, DNA evidence, and prosecutorial ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-03T10:23:19Z)

Historic opportunity for Stars

PLATTSBURGH — In their two decades of existence, the Plattsburgh North Stars have never played an Empire Football League championship game at home. Tonight, the team has an opportunity to erase that statistic forever. The top-seeded Stars host Amsterdam ... (Source: Press Republican 2010-10-02T07:18:23Z)

Assad, Ahmadinejad Discuss Lebanon, Stress Need to Maintain Lebanon Calm

President Bashar al-Assad on Saturday met his Iranian counterpart Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in Tehran and Syrian FM Walid Muallem said the two leaders stressed the need to maintain calm in Lebanon to prevent any unrest. Iranian media said that Iraq and Palestine ... (Source: Naharnet 2010-10-03T08:00:09Z)

Ed Devlin, pal of 'Boardwalk Empire' boss Nucky Johnson as a teenager, dies at 89

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - In the weeks before the premiere of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire" series about Prohibition-era Atlantic City, Ed Devlin got to tell all his stories about palling around with the real-life star of the show, political and rackets boss Enoch ... (Source: St. John's Telegram 2010-09-30T17:50:41Z)

Eyes on Kagan as controversial issues fill upcoming Supreme Court docket

WASHINGTON — The new Supreme Court term, which begins Monday, includes cases on some of the most contested issues of the day, including protests at military funerals, illegal immigration, support for religious schools, violent video games, DNA evidence ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-10-03T09:40:22Z)

Pakistan: Dozens of Europeans in terror training

Associated Press Writer= ISLAMABAD (AP) — Dozens of Muslim militants with European citizenship are believed to be hiding out in the lawless tribal area of northwestern Pakistan, Pakistani and Western intelligence officials say, training for missions that ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-10-03T21:00:24Z)

Jersey Shore 2 Review: Angelina Leaves For The Second Time

On the first season of Jersey Shore Angelina left the show early. She decided to return in season two, after having sexual relations with both Pauly D and The Situation. On the last episode of Jersey Shore, Angelina left again, one episode before the ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-10-02T16:22:25Z)

AIG reaches deal to repay billions to taxpayers

NEW YORK — AIG, which became a lightning rod for criticism over government bailouts, said it reached a deal to repay billions of dollars it received during the credit crisis. The plan announced today could return a profit to taxpayers who footed the bill ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-09-30T15:41:51Z)

$19.1 billion budget deal reached in California

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and top lawmakers said Friday night that they have reached a deal to close the state's $19.1-billion deficit. Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg (D-Sacramento), flanked by three other legislative leaders, proclaimed a ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-02T04:26:36Z)

Ed Devlin, pal of 'Boardwalk' boss, dies at 89

In the weeks before the premiere of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire" series about Prohibition-era Atlantic City, Ed Devlin got to tell all his stories about palling around with the real-life star of the show, political and rackets boss Enoch "Nucky" Johnson. It ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-30T19:02:16Z)

Iranian president stops in Syria on way to UN

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) -- Iran's president said Saturday that Middle Eastern countries will "disrupt" American and Israeli plans to change the political geography of the region, appearing to brush aside U.S. efforts to forge a regional peace deal between ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-09-17T23:56:52Z)

Zephyrs blanked by Plattsburgh

PLATTSBURGH - The Amsterdam Zephyrs season came to an end Saturday night with a 31-0 loss to Plattsburgh in the opening round of the Empire Football League playoffs. Amsterdam quarterback Nick Shepard completed 11 of 28 passes for 109 yards with Hasan ... (Source: Leader-Herald 2010-10-03T05:44:09Z)

Rollins slams door on Atlanta

Atlanta — Jimmy Rollins ' third career grand slam punctuated a five-run sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies deal the Atlanta Braves a potentially critical defeat, 11-5, to begin the final series of the regular season at Turner Field. Rollins ... (Source: Allentown Morning Call 2010-10-02T03:50:48Z)

National League Game Summary - Philadelphia at Atlanta

Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Jimmy Rollins' third career grand slam punctuated a five-run sixth inning, ... Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Jimmy Rollins' third career grand slam punctuated a five-run sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies deal ... (Source: WKYC 2010-10-02T03:36:29Z)

AIG reaches deal to repay government

AIG, which became a lightning rod for criticism over government bailouts, said it reached a deal to repay billions of dollars it received during the credit crisis. The plan announced Thursday could return a profit to taxpayers who footed the bill for AIG's ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-30T14:37:25Z)

What to expect from the Southwest-AirTran deal

Southwest Airlines agreed to buy AirTran this week for $1.4 billion. When the combination is complete, fliers — especially those used to AirTran — will notice plenty of changes, from the way they book to the way they board. Here's a look at four ways ... (Source: Cape Cod Times 2010-10-03T06:12:47Z)

Justices" coming term to offer hot issues, hints of the future

WASHINGTON — The new Supreme Court term, which begins Monday, includes cases on some of the most contested issues of the day, including protests at military funerals, illegal immigration, support for religious schools, violent video games, DNA evidence ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-10-03T10:59:07Z)

Budget pact would close $19 billion California deficit with spending cuts, rosy projections

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — After a record-long impasse, California legislators are set to vote this week on a no-new-taxes budget that relies on a combination of spending cuts and optimistic financial projections to close a $19 billion deficit. Details of ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-02T20:54:26Z)

British Airways, Iberia and American Airlines Sign Alliance Deal

The revenue-sharing alliance between British Airways, Iberia and American Airlines is finally about to begin. The airlines signed the final agreement for the venture on Wednesday, announced the British party, and they could begin sharing revenue as soon as ... (Source: Car Rentals 2010-09-30T07:35:05Z)

Ed Devlin dies, played role in real 'Boardwalk Empire'

ATLANTIC CITY - In the weeks before the premiere of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire" series about Prohibition-era Atlantic City, Ed Devlin got to tell all his stories about palling around with the real-life star of the show, political and rackets boss Enoch "Nucky ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-10-02T07:04:04Z)

In Syria, Iranian president disparages U.S. peace efforts in Mideast

DAMASCUS, SYRIA - Iran's president said Saturday that Middle Eastern countries will "disrupt" U.S. and Israeli plans for the region, appearing to dismiss U.S. efforts to forge a regional peace deal between Israel and its Palestinian neighbors. Mahmoud ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-09-17T23:56:52Z)

California Budget Deal Ends Impasse With Vote Expected in Days

Oct. 2 (Bloomberg) -- California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and top lawmakers came up with a compromise to close a $19.1 billion deficit and give the state a budget, ending a record three-month impasse with a vote expected next week on the spending ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-10-02T04:05:07Z)

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