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Deals of the Hour / October 3, 2010, 8:45 pm

What Are The Challenges Of 'Trailblazing Mars'?

What grows best in Martian soil? How do you get oxygen out of thin air? Pat Duggins, author of Trailblazing Mars: NASA's Next Giant Leap, talks about the questions NASA will face if it sends astronauts to the Red Planet and how to choose the right people ... (Source: NPR News 2010-10-01T23:33:06Z)

Giants defense knocks out Cutler and KOs Bears from unbeaten ranks

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - The New York Giants knocked out Jay Cutler with a nine-sack first half and limited Chicago to 110 total yards in a 17-3 victory on Sunday night that left the NFL with only one undefeated team. Can you say, or believe the idle Kansas ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-04T03:34:07Z)

Schwarzenegger, legislative leaders reach California budget deal

SACRAMENTO -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and legislative leaders said they struck a comprehensive agreement after an intensive five-hour meeting Friday night, signaling an end to California's record-long budget stalemate after 93 days. Virtually no details ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-10-02T16:08:06Z)

Treasury announces sale of Citigroup shares

WASHINGTON -- The government said Wednesday it is starting to sell $2.2 billion in trust preferred shares that it holds in Citigroup , another move to recoup the costs incurred in the $700 billion financial bailout. The Treasury Department said the pace of ... (Source: Forbes 2010-09-29T14:31:27Z)

Bears' Cutler leaves with concussion

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler left Sunday's game against the New York Giants with a concussion. Cutler was sacked nine times over the first two quarters and did not return to start the second half. Todd Collins replaced him under center. The ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-10-04T02:36:51Z)

Striking a balance: NASA budget deal offers right flight plan for the nation's space program

It's been a bumpy ride for the newly redesigned American spaceflight program. Bolstered by the recommendations of a blue-ribbon panel, the Augustine committee, the Obama administration has attempted to turn NASA's mission emphasis from moon landings to ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-09-30T00:47:03Z)

Congress backs Obama plan on NASA's future

Congress approved a blueprint for NASA's future Wednesday that extends the life of the space shuttle program for a year while backing President Barack Obama's intent to use commercial carriers to lift humans into near-Earth space. The bill passed by the ... (Source: Morning Times 2010-10-03T08:43:06Z)

Giants lead undefeated Bears 3-0 at halftime

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants sacked Bears quarterback Jay Cutler nine times in the first half but managed only a field goal off four trips into Chicago territory to lead the NFC's only undefeated team 3-0. The Giants had an interception and ... (Source: Forbes 2010-10-04T02:29:41Z)

Chilean Archbishop: Mapuche prisoners end strike

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Almost 30 hunger-striking Mapuche Indian prisoners have agreed to end the 82-day protest after a deal was reached with Chilean officials, a mediator in the talks said late Friday. Archbishop of Concepcion Ricardo Ezzati said that ... (Source: Oregonian 2010-10-02T04:40:55Z)

SGN Announces MiniTycoon Casino, Build Your Empire With the Newest Mobile Social Game for iPhone and ...

PALO ALTO, Calif. , Sept. 29 -- SGN, a leader in cutting-edge mobile social gaming, today at TechCrunch DISRUPT announced "MiniTycoon Casino" for the iPhone and iPod touch platforms, utilizing Apple's new Game Center network.  Transporting the social ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-09-30T00:47:03Z)

AP Source: Bulls, Noah agree to 5-year contract extension

CHICAGO - Center Joakim Noah and the Chicago Bulls agreed Sunday on a five-year contract extension, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not been finalized ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-04T02:44:00Z)

UN Welcomes End To Hunger Strike By Indigenous Chilean Prisoners

2 October 2010 " The United Nations today welcomed the end of a hunger strike by dozens of imprisoned members of Chile`s indigenous Mapuche community that had lasted for nearly three months. Most of the 34 prisoners in the strike agreed to end their 82-day ... (Source: Student Operated Press 2010-10-03T13:29:26Z)

Giants lead undefeated Bears 3-0 after 1st quarter

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants managed only three points off two trips deep into Bears territory but still led the NFC's only undefeated team 3-0 after the first quarter. Lawrence Tynes made a 22-yard field goal but missed a 38-yard attempt ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-04T01:39:35Z)

Bears QB Jay Cutler leaves game vs. Giants

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler has been knocked out of Sunday night's game against the New York Giants.Cutler was sacked nine times in the first half and took several hard hits, two which caused fumbles.Veteran Todd Collins started the second half ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-04T02:44:00Z)

Dinosaurs Significantly Taller than Previously Thought, MU Researcher Find

COLUMBIA, Mo.- It might seem obvious that a dinosaur's leg bone connects to the hip bone, but what came between the bones has been less obvious. Now, researchers at the University of Missouri and Ohio University have found that dinosaurs had thick layers ... (Source: Newsblaze.com 2010-10-03T00:36:20Z)

Bulls, Noah agree to five-year extension

CHICAGO -- A person familiar with the negotiations says the Chicago Bulls have agreed to a five-year contract extension with center Joakim Noah . The source spoke on the condition of anonymity because a deal has not been finalized. The news about Noah ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-04T03:05:29Z)

CSG to buy British company in $372M deal

CSG Systems Inc. is trying to acquire a British maker of billing technology for the communications industry in a deal valued at $372 million. Douglas County-based CSG (NASDAQ: CSGS) reached agreement to acquire Intec Telecom in an all-cash offer to ... (Source: Birmingham Business Journal 2010-09-24T20:49:36Z)

$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)

Goal! EA Mobile Scores with FIFA Soccer 11 for iPhone and iPod touch

and iPod touch. "With FIFA Soccer 11 for iPod touch and iPhone, we have tapped into what makes this game so universally loved delivering an engaging and genuine soccer experience for fans and casual players alike," said Travis Boatman, Vice President ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-09-30T19:02:16Z)

Government says sale of Citigroup trust preferred sales brings in $2.25 billion

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government says it raised $2.25 billion from the sale of trust preferred shares that it held in Citigroup , moving to recoup the costs incurred in the $700 billion financial bailout. The Treasury Department also said Wednesday that ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-09-30T22:29:52Z)

Treasury Rakes in $41.6B from Citi Stake

The U.S. Treasury is continuing with its efforts to shed its holdings in Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C - News ). It has reaped in $41.6 billion as proceeds from the sale of Citi common stock, trust preferred securities (TRUPS), and Citi's repayment of the ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-10-01T21:45:44Z)

iBoatShows(TM) New Free App Delivers Boat Show Information On iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (WiredPRNews.com) - itaptouch , LLC, a mobile applications development company, announced that their first app - – iBoatShows ™ — has been approved and is now available in the Apple App Store. The application was designed in ... (Source: Wiredpr News 2010-10-01T23:54:35Z)

Giants lead undefeated Bears 3-0 behind defense after first half but could have had more

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants sacked Bears quarterback Jay Cutler nine times in the first half but managed only a field goal off four trips into Chicago territory to lead the NFC 's only undefeated team 3-0. The Giants had an ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-04T02:36:51Z)

Report: Bulls, Noah agree to extension

Center Joakim Noah and the Chicago Bulls agreed Sunday on a five-year contract extension, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not been finalized. The news ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-10-04T02:51:10Z)

UFC's marquee division gets a shakeup

A domino effect has resulted in a shakeup within the UFC's marquee division. With a recent failed drug test (elevated testosterone levels) following a near-win over UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva (27-4) in August, Chael Sonnen (24-11-1) was ... (Source: Dayton Daily News 2010-10-04T01:10:57Z)

California gov, legislative leaders reach budget deal

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and legislative leaders said they struck a comprehensive agreement after an intensive five-hour meeting Friday night, signaling an end to California's record-long budget stalemate after 93 days. No ... (Source: KABC 2010-10-02T07:54:11Z)

Chilean Archbishop: Most Mapuche prisoners end hunger strike after lengthy negotiations

SANTIAGO, Chile - Almost 30 hunger-striking Mapuche Indian prisoners have agreed to end the 82-day protest after a deal was reached with Chilean officials, a mediator in the talks said late Friday. Archbishop of Concepcion Ricardo Ezzati said that of the ... (Source: Thunder Bay Chronicle-Journal 2010-10-02T07:54:11Z)

Royal Academy to Examine British Sculpture of the 20th Century

LONDON.- In 2011, The Royal Academy of Arts will be presenting the first exhibition for 30 years to examine British sculpture of the twentieth century. The show will represent a unique view of the development of British sculpture, exploring what we mean by ... (Source: Art Daily 2010-10-03T20:17:27Z)

MU medical school hit with new sanctions

COLUMBIA (AP) - The largest physician residency program at the University of Missouri has been put on probation by a national accreditation group. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Thursday that the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education ... (Source: Jefferson City News Tribune Online 2010-10-01T17:42:21Z)

MU deal changes concessions at games

University of Missouri sports fans already might have noticed an expanded selection of food choices at events this fall, the result of a new partnership between its athletic department, marketing partner Learfield Sports and food service company Levy ... (Source: Columbia Daily Tribune 2010-10-03T01:33:36Z)

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