Deals of the Hour

Trying to find out what's the deal with the world, tracking what's on sale and who's talking about it on Twitter. Update hourly.

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 11:11 pm

Chavez calls Israel "murderous" U.S. arm

CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez used a visit by Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Wednesday to brand Israel as a murderous agent of Washington. Chavez and Ahmadinejad, on the last leg of a ... (Source: Reuters 2010-06-27T05:17:12Z)

Dallas County DA says cuts elsewhere would meet $43 million budget shortfall without ...

Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins said his office should not face cuts even with another county budget shortfall this year. And Watkins said he doesn't believe a tax hike is necessary to fully fund his office ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-27T05:31:31Z)

UPDATE 4-Happy Hour deals dent P.F. Chang's profit

LOS ANGELES, April 28 (Reuters) - P.F. Chang's China Bistro ( PFCB.O ) said it is weaning off discounts and raising prices "modestly" to help it reach its 2010 profit target after happy hour specials dented profits in ... (Source: Reuters 2010-06-27T05:31:31Z)

The Wrap-Up: 'Strikeforce and M-1 Global: Fedor vs. Werdum'

"The Last Emperor's" reign had to come to an end eventually and tonight, at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California, it finally did. Fedor Emelianenko has had a long run as the god of mixed martial arts fighters in the ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-06-27T05:38:41Z)

Vladimir Sobotka off to St. Louis

"He obviously loves it (in Boston), and he said it's a great sports city," Cunningham said of Lucic. "It's a great organization. He said the coaching staff, the whole organization, is very classy - right from ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-06-27T05:31:31Z)

Theater will again host Fourth on the 4th event

Manship Theatre in the Shaw Center for the Arts, 100 Lafayette St., will host its annual Fourth on the 4th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 4, on the Shaw Center's fourth floor River Terrace. The event will offer ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-06-27T04:41:25Z)

Penalties at the World Cup

That's the unanimous view of Oliver Kahn, Petr Cech and Sergio Goycochea, three of the finest shot-stoppers of their generation who took centre stage on Friday to discuss the art of saving penalties and the psychology ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-06-27T05:10:03Z)

Soccer fans split at area hangouts

The chants of U-S-A, U-S-A were deafening at times. The drum beats pounded loudly as the Americans played Ghana in Saturday's World Cup Round of 16 in Rustenburg, South Africa. But these boisterous fans -- many dressed ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-27T05:45:50Z)

No talks about Fielder's future, but plenty of buzz

The one thing that would stop Prince Fielder's name from being prominently mentioned in trade rumors between now and the July 31 non-waiver deadline is a contract extension with the Brewers. And that's not happening ... (Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2010-06-27T05:53:00Z)

Lawyer: DCS report backs assault claims in Carmel basketball case

An attorney for a former Carmel High School student said Friday that a Department of Child Services report substantiates his claim that the 14-year-old freshman was physically violated by seniors on the high school ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-06-27T05:10:03Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 10:11 pm

Transactions for June 27

Editor's note: Some of the transactions do not include a transfer price because no money was exchanged for the property. All deeds are recorded in the Berks County Recorder of Deeds Office and are a matter of public ... (Source: Reading Eagle 2010-06-27T04:05:37Z)

That World Cup buzz? Made in China

If you need another reminder of China's manufacturing omnipresence, just turn on your TV for any World Cup match. That incessant drone that sounds like a swarm of bees crossed with elephants? Made in China. South ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-27T03:15:31Z)

UPDATE 1-Atlas Pipeline to sell 2.7 mln common units at discount

Aug 17 (Reuters) - Gas pipeline operator Atlas Pipeline Partners LP ( APL.N ) agreed to sell about 2.7 million common units to institutional investors for $6.35 apiece, a discount of 13 percent to the stock's previous ... (Source: Reuters 2010-06-27T04:12:47Z)

Charlotte D. Garrison 1951-2010

WARREN - Charlotte Dove Garrison, 59, of Warren passed away at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 24, 2010, at St. Joseph Health Center. She was born March 10, 1951, in Ravenna, the daughter of the late Milton E. and Mary Ellen ... (Source: Warren Tribune Chronicle 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

Stumping for votes, Haslam stays upbeat

CLEVELAND, Tenn. - The mayor who would be governor quickly became the focus of attention and conversation when he sat down with a group of mostly gray-haired gentlemen who regularly gather for breakfast at Old Fort ... (Source: Knoxville News Sentinel 2010-06-27T04:12:47Z)

'The Twilight Saga: Eclipse:' Team Edward? Team Jacob? Neither? There's still no ...

Both these buff supernatural beings are vying for the heart of Bella Swan, an awkward, sometimes glum high schooler played by Kristen Stewart, an actress often accused of being awkward and glum in interviews and at red ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

On Baseball

By the eighth inning of that game in August 2007, Santana had exceeded the strict pitch limit of 100-plus that the Twins had imposed on him when Gardenhire's pitching coach, Rick Anderson, called from the bullpen to ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-27T04:34:15Z)

Loney leads Dodgers past Yankees

LOS ANGELES -- James Loney drove in four runs to help the Los Angeles Dodgers defeat the New York Yankees 9-4 on Saturday, tying the teams' second regular-season series at a game apiece. The Dodgers, who lost the opener ... (Source: Press & Sun-Bulletin 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

Great railroad strike of 1922

Most any discussion of Altoona's history begins with the railroad, the backbone of the city and at one time its largest employer. The city held its place as one of the most important rail facilities in the country for ... (Source: Altoona Mirror 2010-06-27T03:22:40Z)

Some oil gusher events on Friday

A summary of events Friday, June 25, Day 66 of the Gulf of Mexico oil gusher that began with the April 20 explosion and fire on the drilling rig Deepwater Horizon, owned by Transocean Ltd. and leased by BP PLC, which is ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-06-27T05:02:53Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 9:10 pm

Now about a free night at a posh downtown hotel

You'll eat like royalty during a gourmet canoe trip through Red River Outfitters Canada. Taste of Minnesota offers over 100 hours of musical acts, family-friendly entertainment and activities, and lots of food from local ... (Source: Arlington Heights Daily Herald 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

Inside the FBI Bank Robbery Task Force

Officials say an elderly man has already robbed eight banks in California. In Lakewood, Colorado, an armed man has just robbed a Liberty Savings Bank located in a strip mall on Alameda Avenue. Police officers have caught ... (Source: ABC News 2010-06-27T02:39:43Z)

Bringing some science to bat

Major leaguers are fickle about their bats. If it feels good, use it. And if your slump drags on longer than you or the fans can possibly endure, you can always reach for a new piece of lumber in the bat rack, hope for ... (Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

'The Twilight Saga: Eclipse:' Team Edward? Team Jacob? Neither? There's still no ...

Both these buff supernatural beings are vying for the heart of Bella Swan, an awkward, sometimes glum high schooler played by Kristen Stewart, an actress often accused of being awkward and glum in interviews and at red ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

Blue's original chef is back at the helm

Hours: 4-10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 4-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 4-9 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday. Bar open until 2 a.m. Entree price range: $24-$31 Notes: Reservations suggested. Major credit cards accepted. Handicap ... (Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

10 years later, Texas assault suspect remains holed up while authorities wait

GUN BARREL CITY, Texas - The past decade has taken a toll on John Joe Gray, holed up on his rural East Texas land while waiting for a siege that's never happened. He's been living on 47 acres behind a fence without ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-06-27T03:58:28Z)

KA'ANA MANA'O: UH-MC opportunities rev up during summer break

University of Hawaii Maui College. Summer generally condenses a semester's worth of material into four to six weeks of classes, or opportunities for practical experience in career fields through internships or ... (Source: Maui News 2010-06-27T03:51:18Z)

In Getting Sobotka From Bruins, Blues Deal From Strength To Bolster Forward Depth

Looking to add depth at center, the Blues on Saturday acquired Vladimir Sobotka from the Bruins for David Warsofsky, a defenseman playing for Boston University. Sobotka, a restricted free agent, had four goals and six ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-06-27T03:36:59Z)

Marc Savard Reportedly Will Waive No-Trade Clause For Senators, Maple Leafs

Marc Savard moved a step closer to leaving the Bruins on Saturday, with multiple sources reporting he has agreed to waive his no-trade clause if a deal can be made with the Senators or Maple Leafs. Meanwhile, speculation ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-06-27T03:44:09Z)

N.H.L. Draft Finishes Quietly

The N.H.L. draft wrapped up with the final six rounds in Los Angeles during a weekend with plenty of trade speculation, but few completed deals. Minnesota State center Tyler Pitlick was the first pick of the second round ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-27T03:08:21Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 8:10 pm

Recently released market study: H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB: SWOT Analysis & Company ...

2010-06-27 04:17:12 - Fast Market Research recommends "H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB: SWOT Analysis & Company Profile" from World Market Intelligence, now available H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB: SWOT Analysis & Company Profile ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-06-27T02:18:15Z)

Boogaloo vendors deal with oil spill

The taste of the Gulf is in Hampton Roads. Crawfish and jambalaya are just two of the many items on menu at Norfolk's Bayou Boogaloo. But while many stuff their face with all of this Cajun goodness, they can't help but ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-27T02:46:53Z)

Jobless in Arizona begin to worry as U.S. benefits run out

Tens of thousands of jobless Arizonans may have to seek food stamps and other welfare safety-net programs after the U.S. Senate failed to pass a bill that would have extended unemployment benefits, state officials say ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-06-27T01:35:18Z)

Sharks give Flyers permission to negotiate with Nabokov

LOS ANGELES -- After the names of all 210 prospects were called at the Staples Center in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, the Flyers still had one move left to make. According to a source, Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-06-27T02:18:15Z)

Devils use 38th overall pick to American-born defenseman Jon Merrill

Tony Kurdzuk/The Star-Ledger GM Lou Lamoriello and the Devils drafted defenseman Jonathon Merrill in the second round. The Devils, who always put a premium on big defensemen, went in that direction today when they made 6 ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-27T02:11:05Z)

Ex-National Hernandez says Tribe isn't that bad: Indians Insider

"We're in last place, yes, but it's a little different than last year," said Hernandez. "We've lost some games early here, but I think if we pull together I think we can have a good team. "We've made some mistakes, but I ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-06-27T02:39:43Z)

Bruins rumors swirl as draft ends

LOS ANGELES -- The reports and rumors were swirling around the second day of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft at Staples Center, and the Boston Bruins were right in the middle of it all. Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-06-27T02:39:43Z)

Bulls May Be Front-Runners in James Sweepstakes

But the meetings might not be much more than a formality. The executive, who did not want to be identified discussing a player who is not yet a free agent, said he had gathered from discussions with fellow N.B.A ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-27T03:01:12Z)

U.S. agency's action may kill Bucyrus deal, cost 1,000 jobs

Up to 1,000 jobs at Bucyrus International Inc. and its suppliers could be in jeopardy as the result of a decision by the U.S. Export-Import Bank, funded by Congress, to deny several hundred million dollars in loan ... (Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2010-06-27T02:46:53Z)

Home buyers rush to meet deadline for $8,000 federal tax credit

Syracuse, NY--Some home buyers who rushed to sign sales contracts to meet an April deadline for an up to $8,000 tax credit, may not get their money after all. Home buyers hoping to get the tax credit have until June 30 ... (Source: Syracuse Post-Standard 2010-06-27T02:32:34Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 7:11 pm

Sunday Night Baseball: New York Yankees at LA Dodgers

The Dodgers and Yankees meet in the final game of this interleague series at Chavez Ravine in Los Angeles Sunday Night. Let's take a look at the matchup. Awkward reunion tour concludes The Joe Torre reunion party ... (Source: Covers.com 2010-06-27T01:20:59Z)

Unfulfilled trade speculation marks second day of NHL draft

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The NHL draft wrapped up with the final six rounds Saturday during a weekend with plenty of trade speculation, but few completed deals. Minnesota State center Tyler Pitlick was the first pick of the ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-27T00:59:30Z)

Boston Bruins make 7 picks on Day 2 of NHL Entry Draft

The Boston Bruins traded Vladimir Sobotka for unsigned draft choice David Warsofsky, a junior defenseman at Boston University, and made seven picks Saturday on the second day of the NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles. The ... (Source: Union-News & Sunday Republican 2010-06-27T01:35:18Z)

Ten career-changing quotations, from Gen. McChrystal to Helen Thomas to Al Campanis

This summer has been the summer of media gaffes. Helen Thomas retired following her comments on Israel, Gen. Stanley McChrystal was relieved of his commanding position in Afghanistan following a some biting remarks in a ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-06-27T00:38:02Z)

How Many Graduates Does It Take to Be No. 1?

Darvin Yi, one of nine valedictorians at Cherry Hill High School East in southern New Jersey. The school picked one graduation speaker by lottery and printed speeches from the others. Instead, the seven will perform a 10 ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-27T01:49:37Z)

Diamondbacks' Edwin Jackson likely to miss start vs. Cardinals

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - There had to be some kind of aftermath risk for Edwin Jackson a day after throwing 149 itches during his no-hitter here Friday night. And sure enough, after throwing the most pitches in a major ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-06-27T02:03:56Z)

Wooden remembered simply, gracefully

LOS ANGELES -- John Wooden has been gone three weeks now and still there is more to say, about him and to him, from those he loved and all who loved him. Saturday afternoon a crowd of about 4,000 gathered inside UCLA's ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-06-27T02:03:56Z)

For woeful Indians, the appearance is even worse than the reality: Bill Livingston

It was an incredible time, with a general manager in John Hart who prided himself for being ahead of the cure ("proactive," he said over and over) and his eager aide, Mark Shapiro. There hadn't been anything like the mid ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-06-27T01:06:40Z)

Draft recap from LA

LOS ANGELES – What started as an extremely quiet NHL Draft on Friday night for the Flyers pretty much ended the same way on Saturday. Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren met with a few general managers at the start of ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-06-27T01:56:46Z)

Community stunned by tragic day

DEREK PRUITT Derek Pruitt - dpruitt@poststar.com Fort Edward Fire Department Public Information Officer William Cook conducts a press conference next to Fire Chief Matt Hurlburt at the fire house in Fort Edward on ... (Source: Post-Star 2010-06-27T01:20:59Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 6:10 pm

Overtime and then over: US eliminated by Ghana for 2nd straight World Cup

RUSTENBURG, South Africa (AP) — Grim-faced American players filed by one by one on their way out of Royal Bafokeng Stadium. Their World Cup was over. They'll have four long years to dwell on what might have been, how ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-27T00:38:02Z)

Wooden remembered in public service at UCLA

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- John Wooden was remembered Saturday for being "one in a billion as a coach, mentor and friend" during a memorial service uniting the decades of "boys" who helped him win a record 10 national ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-26T23:47:55Z)

Concierge Auctions Successfully Sells Felicity Farm, an Exquisite 15.8-Acre Estate in ...

WAWA, Pa. , June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Felicity Farm , a pristine estate with grand residence in Wawa, Pennsylvania , was successfully sold during a live, on-site auction today, marking Concierge Auctions' third success ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-26T23:40:46Z)

Jobless in Arizona begin to worry as U.S. benefits runs out

Tens of thousands of jobless Arizonans may have to seek food stamps and other welfare safety-net programs after the U.S. Senate failed to pass a bill that would have extended unemployment benefits, state officials say ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-06-27T00:38:02Z)

Ghana grabs extra-time goal to eliminate USA from Cup again

RUSTENBURG, South Africa — In the end, the U.S. team was undone by what had haunted the Americans throughout the World Cup. By giving up early goals, the Americans fell to Ghana, 2-1 on Saturday, and were knocked out ... (Source: USA Today 2010-06-27T00:38:02Z)

Legislators Offer Budget That Restores Cuts to Education and Social Services

Seeking to outflank Gov. David A. Paterson , the State Senate and Assembly offered a joint budget plan on Saturday that would restore hundreds of millions of dollars in education and social service cuts that Mr. Paterson ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-27T00:52:21Z)

G20 gives banks a break on new capital rules

World leaders agreed to a flexible timetable for banks to adopt toughened capital rules, according to a draft G20 communique that offered concessions to a still-fragile financial sector. The Group of 20 emerging and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-27T00:52:21Z)

Mark Cuban on free agency: I plan on doing something

With the July 1 beginning of NBA free agency approaching, Mavericks owner Mark Cuban took some time to address the draft, the future of the team, and of course, free agency. On moving up in the draft to get Dominique ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-27T00:59:30Z)

Ten career-changing quotations, from Gen. McChrystal to Helen Thomas to Al Campanis

This summer has been the summer of media gaffes. Helen Thomas retired following her comments on Israel, Gen. Stanley McChrystal was relieved of his commanding position in Afghanistan following a some biting remarks in a ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-06-27T00:38:02Z)

Cowlishaw: Staying power uncertain, but soccer makes its mark in U.S.

Here in a part of Dallas we like to call Soccertown (it used to be called Uptown), the sports bars emptied quickly around 4 p.m. Saturday as USA soccer fans, some angry but most just disappointed, drifted out into the ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-27T00:30:52Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 5:11 pm

Debt Concern in U.S. Could Hurt Obama at G-20 Summit

The British prime minister, David Cameron, left, and the German chancellor, Angela Merkel, at a working session Saturday. While Congress allowed Mr. Obama to pack the big victory on banking regulation as he left for the ... (Source: New York Times 2010-06-26T23:12:08Z)

Chavez meets with Syria's Assad in Venezuela

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) -- Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez met with Syrian President Bashar Assad on Saturday and called on Latin America and the Arab world to fight what he called America's imperialist and capitalist ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-06-26T23:55:05Z)

Stars get defensive on Day 2 of NHL draft

The Stars added to their crop of defensemen Saturday, but they did so with a long-term eye for the future. Taking a few risks in later rounds - the kind that have paid off in previous years with players like Jamie Benn ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-26T23:47:55Z)

Concierge Auctions Successfully Sells Felicity Farm, an Exquisite 15.8-Acre Estate in ...

WAWA, Pa. , June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Felicity Farm , a pristine estate with grand residence in Wawa, Pennsylvania , was successfully sold during a live, on-site auction today, marking Concierge Auctions' third success ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-26T23:40:46Z)

Orioles 6, Nationals 5

3rd A Dunn doubled to deep right, I Desmond and C Guzman scored, R Zimmerman to third. 2 0 3rd I Rodriguez grounded into fielder's choice to first, R Zimmerman scored, J Willingham out at second, A Dunn to third. 3 0 3rd ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-06-26T23:12:08Z)

Danica's stock car struggles continue at New Hampshire

The Danica Patrick show came to New Hampshire this weekend, attempting a NASCAR breakthrough after going 35th, 31st, and 36th in her first three attempts. Racing's Most Popular female has taken plenty of lumps in her ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-26T23:47:55Z)

Peppy Blount, 85, led a storied life

Paul Crume wrote about Peppy Blount so much for his front-page column in The Dallas Morning News that readers sometimes complained, to no avail. "The trouble is that Peppy has superb story sense," Crume wrote of his ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-06-26T23:47:55Z)

Obama to Press for Trade Deal With South Korea

President Barack Obama said Saturday his administration will launch talks with South Korea aimed at resolving remaining issues blocking the completion of a South Korea free trade agreement. Obama said that his goal would ... (Source: CNBC 2010-06-26T23:55:05Z)

G20 countries to tame debt at their own pace

TORONTO (Reuters) – World leaders moved away on Saturday from lockstep policy pledges to secure economic recovery, leaving countries leeway to chart their own courses in taming government debt and clamping down on ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-06-26T23:55:05Z)

Mets notebook: Run support questions, Angel Pagan updates and the Prince Harry ...

William Perlman/The Star-Ledger Prince Harry visits with Mets CEO and owner Fred Wilpon in the Wilpon's suite after throwing out the first pitch. NEW YORK -- Today's 6-0 drubbing makes it just one win in the month of ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-26T23:40:46Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 4:10 pm

World Cup Analysis: Fire the Screenwriters!

Ghana's Asamoah Gyan scores his side's 2nd goal past the United States' goalkeeper Tim Howard. The U.S. lost in overtime 2-1 and was eliminated from the World Cup by Ghana - again. (Credit: AP Photo/Themba Hadebe) A ... (Source: CBS News 2010-06-26T21:46:14Z)

World Cup 2010 update: USA loses, 2-1, as Ghana tallies extra-time goal

Ghana sent the U.S. packing from the World Cup -- again -- eliminating the Americans in the second round Saturday night. Asamoah Gyan scored 3 minutes into overtime, leading the Black Stars to a 2-1 victory that ended a ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-06-26T22:29:11Z)

U.S. team feels it 'moved things along' for soccer at home despite elimination from ...

RUSTENBURG, South Africa — Asamoah Gyan scored in the third minute of extra time Saturday to give Ghana a 2-1 win over the United States and make it only the third African team to reach the World Cup quarterfinals. The ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-26T22:57:49Z)

Twins beat Santana

Quick thoughts on a Saturday afternoon in New York: -The Twins got pretty much nothing in return for Johan Santana. Saturday, that didn't look like such a bad deal. Santana's stuff just isnt' that good right now. He says ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-06-26T22:43:30Z)

Amir Khan fighting next on December 11th, possibly against Diaz-Marquez winner

why in gods name with all the great potential fights is khan wanting this one. marquez isnt keen on fighting khan and katsidis is in line for the winner of diaz v marquez, that's his fight and he going to ensure the ... (Source: BoxingNews24.com 2010-06-26T22:14:52Z)

Fresh Out Of Miracles, The U.S. Loses To Ghana

Our boys left it all on the field. On the field where they beat Algeria, sadly. Sadly, because the U.S. 2010 World Cup team made a great run and gave us a great effort until the final whistle blew them out. A fourth ... (Source: KQED 2010-06-26T22:29:11Z)

U.S. vs. Ghana Live Blog

Welcome to the live blog for this World Cup round of 16 game between the United States and Ghana. My name is Ross Devonport, and I'll be your guide for this crucial clash in Rustenburg. Refresh often for the latest ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-06-26T22:36:21Z)

Obama will resume talks on South Korea trade

TORONTO (AP) -- President Barack Obama said Saturday his administration will launch talks with South Korea aimed at resolving remaining issues blocking the completion of a South Korea free trade agreement. Obama said ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-06-26T23:04:59Z)

NHL wraps up draft with few trades

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The NHL draft has wrapped up with the final six rounds during a weekend that included plenty of trade speculation, but few completed deals. Minnesota State center Tyler Pitlick was the first pick of ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-26T22:00:33Z)

Ghana defeats U.S., 2-1, in extra time to end Americans' World Cup dream

Kevork Djansezian/Getty Asamoah Gyan's goal in extra time gave Ghana a 2-1 lead over the U.S. today at the World Cup. FULLTIME : The whistle from referee Viktor Kassai signals the end of the World Cup for the U.S. Ghana ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-26T22:57:49Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 3:11 pm

Hurricanes deal for Nash, Sanguinetti

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Hurricanes picked up a pair of former first-round draft picks and even more young defensemen during the second day of the NHL draft. "Some years, the draft falls your way, and some ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-26T21:46:14Z)

Jackson's `84 Victory Tour Glove Sells for $190K

Bidders from around the world bought up Michael Jackson memorabilia worth nearly $1 million at an auction on the anniversary of his death, including $190,000 for the Swarovski-crystal-studded glove he wore on his 1984 ... (Source: ABC News 2010-06-26T21:46:14Z)

With success comes great expectations

RUSTENBURG, South Africa -- For other countries, a second-round World Cup match is a big step. For the United States, today's game against Ghana is so much more. The television audience back home could top the U.S ... (Source: Dubuque Telegraph Herald 2010-06-26T21:53:24Z)

Gyan goal sends Ghana into quarter-finals

RUSTENBURG (Reuters) - A spectacular left-foot strike by Asamoah Gyan in extra time sent Ghana into the World Cup quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over the United States on Saturday in a dramatic finale to an absorbing ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-26T21:39:05Z)

Ghana 2, U.S. 1: Gyan leads the Black Stars past U.S. in extra time

RUSTENBURG, South Africa (AP) -- Asamoah Gyan scored in the third minute of extra time Saturday to give Ghana a 2-1 win over the United States that makes it only the third African side to reach the World Cup ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-26T21:53:24Z)

Jackson's unlikely career highlighted by unlikely no-hitter

Randy Johnson was already a footnote in Edwin Jackson's erratic career before Friday night, when the two became inextricably linked forever. The hardthrowing Jackson, in his rookie year with the Dodgers, outdueled the ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-26T21:17:36Z)

Friday night leftovers, plus an explanation on the Victor Martinez shift

UPDATE: One quick note. The Giants optioned Joe Martinez to Fresno to clear a roster spot for Madison Bumgarner. Bochy also said this start is not a one-shot deal for MadBum, adding, "I hope it's for good." Also, in the ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-06-26T21:10:27Z)

Obama, Lee criticize North Korea on ship sinking

TORONTO (AP) -- President Barack Obama said Saturday that North Korea must be "held to account" for its alleged sinking of a South Korean warship, a tough statement of support for an ally, made at its leader's side ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-06-26T21:53:24Z)

Ghana defeats U.S., 2-1, in extra time to end Americans' World Cup dream

Kevork Djansezian/Getty Asamoah Gyan's goal in extra time gave Ghana a 2-1 lead over the U.S. today at the World Cup. FULLTIME : The whistle from referee Viktor Kassai signals the end of the World Cup for the U.S. Ghana ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-26T21:24:46Z)

Ghana grabs extra-time goal to eliminate U.S.

RUSTENBURG, South Africa — In the end, the U.S. team was undone by what had haunted the Americans throughout the World Cup. By giving up early goals, the Americans fell to Ghana 2-1 on Saturday and were knocked out of ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-06-26T21:53:24Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 2:11 pm

Soccer Saturday? Fans rally to support US team

Even before taking the field for Saturday's World Cup matchup with Ghana, the U.S. soccer team has accomplished something remarkable: They got a big slice of their fellow citizens back home to plan their day around ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-26T20:34:39Z)

U.S. will feed off its grit

RUSTENBURG, South Africa — U.S. Soccer has, quite dramatically, produced its own distinct style: gritty perseverance. As the U.S. team prepares for its most important match in nearly a decade — today against Ghana in ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-06-26T21:03:17Z)

U.S. eliminated in World Cup

RUSTENBURG, South Africa — The United States was eliminated from the World Cup by Ghana for the second straight time as Asamoah Gyan scored 3 minutes into overtime, leading the Black Stars to a 2-1 second-round victory ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-06-26T21:03:17Z)

Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceutical Research & Development Reports Phase 2b Clinical ...

ORLANDO, Fla. , June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceutical Research & Development, L.L.C. (J&JPRD) announced today that canagliflozin, an investigational, oral, selective sodium-glucose transporter-2 (SGLT2 ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-26T18:47:17Z)

U.S. and Ghana head into extra time at 1-1

RUSTENBURG (Reuters) - The United States and Ghana went into extra time at the World Cup on Saturday with their second round knockout game level at 1-1. A fifth minute goal from Kevin-Prince Boateng sent Ghana into an ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-26T20:41:49Z)

Obama, Lee criticize North Korea on ship sinking

TORONTO (AP) -- President Barack Obama said Saturday that North Korea must be "held to account" for its alleged sinking of a South Korean warship, a tough statement of support for an ally and made at its leader's side ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-06-26T21:03:17Z)

Sharks sign Nichol, Wallin to one-year deals

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- The San Jose Sharks signed two more of their potential free agents Saturday before they hit the open market, agreeing to one-year deals with forward Scott Nichol and defenseman Niclas Wallin ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-06-26T20:56:08Z)

Kings Dominion Continues Its 'Tribute to the Armed Forces' for the Independence Day ...

DOSWELL, Va. , June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Kings Dominion, is pleased to announce that it will offer FREE admission to active, retired and former United States military personnel on Sunday and Monday of July 4th weekend as a ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-06-26T20:34:39Z)

Jobless in Arizona begin to worry as U.S. aid runs out

Tens of thousands of jobless Arizonans may have to seek food stamps and other welfare safety-net programs after the U.S. Senate failed to pass a bill that would have extended unemployment benefits, state officials say ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-06-26T20:06:01Z)

World Cup: In Overtime Ghana Leads U.S. 2-1

With the United States and Ghana tied at 1-1, Ghana's Asamoah Gyan scored a goal to put his team in the lead 2-1 in overtime. A penalty kick by American Landon Donovan tied the U.S. with Ghana, 1-1, in the second half of ... (Source: CBS News 2010-06-26T20:41:49Z)

Deals of the Hour / June 26, 2010, 1:11 pm

Senator's Concern May Complicate Wall Street Bill Vote

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama's efforts to win final approval of a historic financial regulatory reform bill looked more complicated on Saturday after a Republican senator threatened to oppose it. "I was ... (Source: ABC News 2010-06-26T20:06:01Z)

U.S. unveils plan to make online transactions safer

In the murky world of the Internet, how do you ever really know who you're talking to, who you're buying from or if your bank can actually tell it's you when you log in to pay a bill? Amid growing instances of identity ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-06-26T19:51:42Z)

Local Soccer Fans See Team USA Fight To Stay In World Cup

Team USA has tied up the game against Ghana in the World Cup soccer tournament this afternoon. In the fifth minute, Kevin-Prince Boateng scored a goal against the United States and gave Ghana the lead through the first ... (Source: NY1 2010-06-26T19:51:42Z)

For Matt Kenseth & others, it's NASCAR's season of change

LOUDON, N.H. — Matt Kenseth spent Friday on one end of the garage breaking in his third crew chief this season, while Red Bull Racing Team was on the other helping driver No. 3, Reed Sorenson , get comfortable. "I ... (Source: USA Today 2010-06-26T19:44:33Z)

Update: U.S. - Ghana

Aggressive. What an aggressive charge by Dempsey. Good call by the ref. And the penalty kick -- Donovan didn't mean to hit the inside of the post, did he?!? Whew. Close one but ultimately: Perfect. 1-1. I guess the U.S ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-06-26T19:58:52Z)

World Cup: Findley Back in Lineup Against Ghana

(CBS/AP) The United States made two changes to its lineup for Saturday's second-round World Cup match against Ghana. Coach Bob Bradley restored forward Robbie Findley to the starting lineup in place of Herculez Gomez and ... (Source: CBS News 2010-06-26T19:23:04Z)

Thousands join hands across N.J. beaches to protest off-shore drilling

ASBURY PARK — Thousands of New Jersey residents joined hands on the shores of 30 state beaches and rivers today as part of the national Hands Across the Sand demonstration to protest off-shore drilling and promote ... (Source: NJ.com 2010-06-26T19:30:14Z)

Last Stop for the W Train

The conductor of the last W train, which made its final voyage on Friday evening, was a woman named Helen Carames, 32, a second-generation subway worker. Her mother still works in a station booth in Queens; her father ... (Source: New York Times Blogs 2010-06-26T18:40:07Z)

John Wooden remembered in public service

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A public memorial for John Wooden is under way inside UCLA's Pauley Pavilion, where he coached the Bruins to some of their record 10 national basketball championships. A former neighbor of Wooden's ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-26T18:32:58Z)

Ghana leads US 1-0 after 60 minutes

RUSTENBURG, South Africa (AP) -- Kevin-Prince Boateng's low strike in the 5th minute gave Ghana a 1-0 lead over the United States after 60 minutes in their World Cup second-round match. U.S. goalkeeper Tim Howard was ... (Source: Associated Press 2010-06-26T19:44:33Z)

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