Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2010, 11:12 pm

Spectacular fights and huge drama highlight UFC 116 Lesnar vs Carwin

In what was undoubtedly one of the greatest fight nights in the history of MMA, there were four legitimate candidates for Fight of the Night and unquestionably three spectacular submissions that all have to share honors ... (Source: Examiner 2010-07-04T04:54:35Z)

Clinton: 'Steel vise' crushing global activists

Earlier Saturday, Clinton expressed hope that Russia would drop its opposition to a U.S. missile defense system in Europe and accept an offer to cooperate in developing technologies for shooting down hostile weapons ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-04T02:09:57Z)

New Chinese yuan exchange rates, plans for gulf tourism campaigns

China's decision to loosen its currency, the yuan, from the U.S. dollar and instead set exchange rates against a basket of currencies could hurt the American traveler. "As the yuan appreciates against the dollar, it will become more expensive for Americans to travel to China ," said Greg McBride, a ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-07-04T04:40:16Z)

Hawks expect Johnson to accept contract offer

The person said the Hawks expect Johnson to accept their six-year contract offer, which is expected to be worth about $121 million when the NBA sets the salary cap next week. The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks are not commenting on the details of their negotiations with ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Van der Sloot files suit against initial lawyer

Ecuadoreans, DEA... This photo released by the Ecuadorian National Police and Drug Enforcement Administration shows a diesel electric-powered submarine that was constructed in a remote jungle and captured near a ... (Source: comcast.net 2010-07-04T03:35:51Z)

Gene Pattern Predicts Who Will Live the Longest

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Researchers have found a pattern of genes that predicts with more accuracy than ever before who might live to be 100 or older -- even if they have other genes linked with disease. Their findings, published in Friday's issue of the journal Science, offer the tantalizing ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-02T16:17:00Z)

EADS Still Hopes to Win Tanker Deal

AIX-EN-PROVENCE, France -- EADS , the parent of Boeing ( BA ) archrival Airbus still hopes to win a Pentagon tanker contract despite a World Trade Organization ruling that Airbus received illegal subsidies from European ... (Source: Street.Com 2010-07-03T19:57:43Z)

NBA Free Agency 2010: Top Destinations for Jermaine O'Neal

With free agency in full force and some of the top names are off the board, NBA teams are starting to look at role players that can anchor their team. No one wants to be the Cavaliers. While some franchises have tons of cap space to sign the LeBrons and Wades, many are strapped for cash and have to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T17:50:03Z)

War Machine, a former UFC fighter, sentenced to a year in jail

Ultimate Fighting Championship competitor War Machine has been sentenced to a year in jail for violating probation after he assaulted people at two San Diego bars. War Machine pleaded guilty Thursday to two felony counts of assault and to violating probation in a previous assault case. He has a ... (Source: Pbpulse 2010-07-02T16:24:09Z)

Clinton hopes Russia accepts US missile defense

KRAKOW, Poland (AP) - U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton ( web | news | bio ) expressed hope Saturday that Russia would drop its opposition to a U.S. missile defense system in Europe and accept an offer to cooperate in developing technologies for shooting down hostile weapons. "The offer ... (Source: ABC 27 2010-07-03T12:33:54Z)

EADS chief hopes to win tanker

AIX-EN-PROVENCE (AP) - The head of Airbus parent company EADS NV said Saturday that he hopes to win a $35 billion Pentagon tanker project despite a WTO ruling that European governments gave Airbus illegal subsidies. In a ... (Source: 14 WFIE 2010-07-04T04:18:48Z)

Spy arrests offer a bit of Cold War nostalgia

WASHINGTON — The capture of those alleged deep-cover Russian agents has — for a moment of nostalgia — taken Americans back to a day when their enemy was sneaky but familiar, ensconced right there behind the ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-07-04T02:31:25Z)

Officials offer glimmer of hope in containing Gulf oil spill

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive Gulf of Mexico oil spill was voiced Friday by the ex-Coast Guard admiral in charge. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken ... (Source: Austin American-Statesman 2010-07-03T18:24:40Z)

Living past 100 is tied to genetic markers, scientists find

LOS ANGELES • They may not have discovered the fountain of youth, but scientists are beginning to unravel some of the mysteries of living past 100 — specifically, that it's in your genes. The study, led by Paola Sebastiani and Dr. Thomas Perls of Boston University and published Thursday online ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-04T05:01:45Z)

Spy arrests offer bit of Cold War nostalgia

In this artist's rendering accused spies for Russia, from left, Vicky Pelaez, Richard Murphy, Cynthia Murphy, and Juan Lazaro, listen during their bail hearing with judge Ronald Ellis, not depicted, in a Manhattan ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-07-04T02:52:54Z)

MMA Round Up: WWE Stars Brock Lesnar & Batista in the Cage

Probably the biggest story doing the rounds this week in the MMA world was an interview with consensus number one heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko, who said that he thinks about retirement more and more these days. At the ... (Source: Ringside Report 2010-06-28T04:33:04Z)

New, tighter cap on gushing gulf well may offer hope for end to disaster

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken well — temporarily containing all of the oil, said Adm. Thad Allen ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-03T11:58:07Z)

New oil containment cap ahead of schedule (with photo galleries)

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on ... (Source: Bradenton Herald 2010-07-03T20:33:30Z)

I'm back talking MLB- Strasburg, NBA & NHL- Caps

It has been a few months since I decided to write an entry, a pause fueled by excessive work and disappointment by TSN (fantasy sport decision) and the Capitals playoff "performance." Well, I am taking a weekend off (sort of) and I have decided to put a toe back in the water...hope it is worth the ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-03T19:14:46Z)

Ultimate Fighter Pleads Guilty in Pacific Beach Bar Fights

SAN DIEGO - A bartender testified on June 15th that War Machine swept bottles and glasses off a bar -- sending broken glass onto her -- when she asked him for a second form of identification. Helen Geesman's testimony ... (Source: San Diego 6 2010-07-02T03:16:45Z)

BP: Skimmers back on the seas after Hurricane Alex

BP says it has some oil skimmers back out on the seas off the coasts of Alabama and Louisiana after rough conditions churned up by Hurricane Alex kept them ashore. Keith Seilhan, BP's incident commander for Mobile, said Friday that boats were working in limited numbers in protected waters. He says ... (Source: Salon 2010-07-02T18:18:41Z)

New well cap could halt all oil flow, says admiral

The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-04T00:36:53Z)

Chinese electronics workers end strike after 4 days: report

BEIJING -- Workers at a Japanese-owned electronics plant in northern China have ended a strike over pay and benefits after four days, Chinese state media said Saturday. Mitsumi Electric Co. said the plant in Tianjin resumed production Saturday, the official Xinhua News Agency reported. A Mitsumi ... (Source: China Post 2010-07-04T05:08:54Z)

McGee, 'TUF' alums survive

LAS VEGAS – Few fighters in the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship know what it's like to scrape themselves off the deck and win an important bout as much as Chris Leben. And Leben, who stopped Aaron Simpson in the second round of his fight Saturday on "The Ultimate Fighter Finale ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-01T23:56:19Z)

Oil Spill: BP says skimmers are back after Hurricane Alex

GULF SHORES, Ala. (AP) -- BP says it has some oil skimmers back out on the seas off the coasts of Alabama and Louisiana after rough conditions churned up by Hurricane Alex kept them ashore. Keith Seilhan, BP's incident ... (Source: 10Connects.com 2010-07-01T23:56:19Z)

BP aims to raise $9bn from sale of South American assets to China

Workers use a vacuum hose to clean up a beach in Louisiana polluted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Photograph: Joe Raedle/Getty Images Russian management of the TNK-BP joint venture, based in Moscow, has also said that it would like to buy more assets from the beleaguered company in other parts ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Gene pattern determines longevity

Researchers have found a pattern of genes that predicts with more accuracy than ever before who might live to be 100 or older—even if they have other genes linked with disease. Their findings, published in Friday's issue of the journal Science, offer the tantalizing possibility of predicting who ... (Source: Khaleej Times 2010-07-04T05:01:45Z)

Leben: UFC made an offer I couldn't refuse, Akiyama made it personal at UFC 116

LAS VEGAS - Following one of the most impressive performances of his career in a win over Aaron Simpson at The Ultimate Fighter 11 Finale, middleweight slugger Chris Leben (20-6 MMA, 10-5 UFC) said he was in no rush to ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-02T21:31:58Z)

Essay: Spy arrests offer bit of Cold War nostalgia

Associated Press Writer= WASHINGTON (AP) — The capture of those alleged deep-cover Russian agents has — for a moment of nostalgia — taken Americans back to a day when their enemy was sneaky but familiar, ensconced right there behind the crenelated red-brick Kremlin walls. Through the Cold War ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-04T05:16:04Z)

Dexia Exceeds Asset-Sale Target

AIX-EN-PROVENCE, France—Franco-Belgian bank Dexia SA sold €17 billion ($21.33 billion) in financial assets, bonds and loans, since the start of the year, exceeding the €15 billion target set for the entire year, Chief Executive Pierre Mariani said Saturday in an interview with Dow Jones ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-07-03T16:15:49Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2010, 10:11 pm

UFC 116 results: Brock Lesnar chokes Shane Carwin out, remains the baddest man on the planet

After a great preliminary card that featured several exciting fights , it was finally the moment that all MMA fans had been waiting for. It was time for the UFC Heavyweight Championship to be decided between Brock Lesnar ... (Source: Examiner 2010-07-04T04:40:16Z)

Ultimate Fighter Pleads Guilty in Pacific Beach Bar Fights

SAN DIEGO - A bartender testified on June 15th that War Machine swept bottles and glasses off a bar -- sending broken glass onto her -- when she asked him for a second form of identification. Helen Geesman's testimony ... (Source: San Diego 6 2010-07-02T03:16:45Z)

I'm back talking MLB- Strasburg, NBA & NHL- Caps

It has been a few months since I decided to write an entry, a pause fueled by excessive work and disappointment by TSN (fantasy sport decision) and the Capitals playoff "performance." Well, I am taking a weekend off (sort of) and I have decided to put a toe back in the water...hope it is worth the ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-03T19:14:46Z)

Reports: Paul Pierce Reaches Deal With Celtics

It appears that Paul Pierce is staying with the Boston Celtics. The Boston Herald is reporting that Pierce has reached agreement with the Celtics on a new contract. According to Herald sources, the deal "is said to be for four years, with only the first three fully guaranteed." Jeff Goodman of FOX ... (Source: WBZ-TV 2010-07-03T01:21:01Z)

Pierce, Celtics have yet to seal the deal

The Celtics are close to resolving their most pressing offseason issue as talks with Paul Pierce on a long-term contract extension have progressed extensively, according to sources with firsthand knowledge of the ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-03T21:52:15Z)

Deal being finalized in lawsuit over Gulf turtles

Associated Press Writer= NEW ORLEANS (AP) — BP and several wildlife protection groups are working out the final details of an agreement to resolve a lawsuit alleging turtles were being killed as BP burned oil from its blown-out well in the Gulf of Mexico, attorneys said Friday. The deal under ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-02T19:30:16Z)

Irishman cleared of fraud charges in Ritz Hotel 'sale' scam

A LIMERICK man now living in England has been acquitted of conspiracy to defraud in an elaborate scam aimed at selling the world famous Ritz Hotel in London. Retired contracts manager Patrick Dolan (68), Philip Lane, Tottenham, north London, was cleared of the conspiracy charge at Southwark Crown ... (Source: Irish Times 2010-07-02T23:47:58Z)

BP aims to raise $9bn from sale of South American assets to China

Workers use a vacuum hose to clean up a beach in Louisiana polluted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Photograph: Joe Raedle/Getty Images Russian management of the TNK-BP joint venture, based in Moscow, has also said that it would like to buy more assets from the beleaguered company in other parts ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

CB Bly returns to Detroit with two-year deal

DETROIT -- Former Pro Bowl cornerback Dre' Bly is returning to Detroit. The Lions said Friday that the unrestricted free agent has signed a two-year deal. Additional terms weren't released. Bly spent four seasons in Detroit after signing as an unrestricted free agent in 2003. He made the Pro Bowl ... (Source: NFL 2010-07-03T01:21:01Z)

Teddy Bear Sales Used in L.A. Money Laundering Scheme

LOS ANGELES -- Federal officials announced a drug-money laundering case here Friday with an unusual twist: the laundering was allegedly done through the sale of Teddy bears and other toys. An indictment was unsealed in ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-07-03T12:12:26Z)

Report says Chinese electronics workers end strike

BEIJING (AP) — Workers at a Japanese-owned electronics plant in northern China have ended a strike over pay and benefits after four days, Chinese state media said Saturday. Mitsumi Electric Co. said the plant in Tianjin resumed production Saturday, the official Xinhua News Agency reported. A ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-04T04:33:07Z)

War Machine, a former UFC fighter, sentenced to a year in jail

Ultimate Fighting Championship competitor War Machine has been sentenced to a year in jail for violating probation after he assaulted people at two San Diego bars. War Machine pleaded guilty Thursday to two felony counts of assault and to violating probation in a previous assault case. He has a ... (Source: Pbpulse 2010-07-02T16:24:09Z)

Pierce Agrees to Deal to Stay With Celtics

June 13: This photo shows Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce celebrating during Game 5 of the NBA basketball finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. BOSTON -- The Boston Celtics have agreed to terms with captain Paul Pierce on a deal that could keep the MVP of their 2008 title run with the team for ... (Source: FOX News 2010-07-02T20:49:01Z)

Jury out in Ritz hotel sale trial

The jury trying three alleged conmen accused of trying to sell the Ritz hotel in London for £250 million has retired to consider its verdicts. The trio chose their marks well, finding victims who were interested in the ... (Source: Peterborough Evening Telegraph 2010-06-30T10:14:18Z)

Toy company accused of laundering drug money

Three executives at a stuffed toy manufacturer were arrested Friday on suspicion of laundering millions of dollars for Mexican and Colombian drug traffickers, authorities said. The arrests followed a two-year, multi ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-07-04T03:35:51Z)

Money Laundering Scheme Uses Teddy Bears

(NewsCore) - Federal officials announced a drug-money laundering case in Los Angeles Friday with an unusual twist: the laundering was allegedly done through the sale of teddy bears and other toys. An indictment was ... (Source: My Fox Boston 2010-07-03T15:11:23Z)

MMA Round Up: WWE Stars Brock Lesnar & Batista in the Cage

Probably the biggest story doing the rounds this week in the MMA world was an interview with consensus number one heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko, who said that he thinks about retirement more and more these days. At the ... (Source: Ringside Report 2010-06-28T04:33:04Z)

Brock Lesnar rallies to beat Shane Carwin in second round to retain UFC title

LAS VEGAS — Brock Lesnar rallied from a horrific first-round beating to stop Shane Carwin with a choke in the second round, defending his heavyweight title at UFC 116 on Saturday night. Lesnar won his first fight in ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-07-04T04:33:07Z)

Detroit signs former Lions cornerback and unrestricted free agent Dre Bly to 2-year deal

DETROIT (AP) — Former Pro Bowl cornerback Dre' Bly is returning to Detroit. The Lions said Friday that the unrestricted free agent has signed a two-year deal. Additional terms weren't released. Bly spent four seasons in Detroit after signing as an unrestricted free agent in 2003. He made the Pro ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-02T17:57:13Z)

Wild Sign Prospects Peters, Bagnall

The deals were announced Friday. Peters gets a two-year deal and Bagnall gets a one-year deal. Both players signed two-way contracts, meaning they make less money when they're in the minors. The Minnesota Wild have signed a pair of prospects, center Warren Peters and defenseman Drew Bagnall. The ... (Source: WCCO 2010-07-02T23:33:39Z)

Detroit Lions sign Dre' Bly to two-year deal

DETROIT (AP) — Former Pro Bowl cornerback Dre' Bly is returning to Detroit. The Lions said Friday that the unrestricted free agent has signed a two-year deal. Additional terms weren't released. Bly spent four ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-07-03T18:31:49Z)

'Whale' Called In To Help Tackle Gulf Oil Spill

Gulf of Mexico cleanup crews working to block millions of gallons of oil from reaching land may soon have a giant on their side, if a weekend test of a new skimmer goes well. The Taiwanese vessel dubbed "A Whale," which ... (Source: NPR News 2010-07-04T04:11:38Z)

NBA Free Agency 2010: Top Destinations for Jermaine O'Neal

With free agency in full force and some of the top names are off the board, NBA teams are starting to look at role players that can anchor their team. No one wants to be the Cavaliers. While some franchises have tons of cap space to sign the LeBrons and Wades, many are strapped for cash and have to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T17:50:03Z)

China electronics strike over

Workers at a Japanese-owned electronics plant in northern China have ended a strike over pay and benefits after four days, Chinese state media said Saturday. Mitsumi Electric Co. said the plant in Tianjin resumed production Saturday, the official Xinhua News Agency reported. A Mitsumi Electric ... (Source: Skynews.com 2010-07-03T14:57:04Z)

Brock Lesnar rallies to beat Shane Carwin, keeps heavyweight title at UFC 116

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Brock Lesnar rallied from a horrific first-round beating to stop Shane Carwin with a choke in the second round, defending his heavyweight title at UFC 116 on Saturday night. Lesnar won his first fight ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-04T04:25:57Z)

Willie Mitchell update; Jersey numbers; Minor-league signings

Good afternoon from balmy Minny. The Wild had a couple depth, two-way signings today, inking center Warren Peters to a two-year deal and defenseman Drew Bagnall to a one-year deal. They were signed for Houston and are injury callup candidates. From the press release: Peters, 27 (7/10/82), split time ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-03T00:09:27Z)

OIL SPILL: Giant oil skimmer being tested in Gulf of Mexico

The Taiwanese vessel dubbed "A Whale," which its owners describe as the largest oil skimmer in the world, began showing its capabilities on Saturday just north of the Macondo Deepwater well site. An April 20 explosion on ... (Source: Delaware Wave 2010-07-04T04:18:48Z)

Hawks expect Johnson to accept contract offer

The person said the Hawks expect Johnson to accept their six-year contract offer, which is expected to be worth about $121 million when the NBA sets the salary cap next week. The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks are not commenting on the details of their negotiations with ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Minnesota Sports

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild have signed a pair of prospects, center Warren Peters and defenseman Drew Bagnall. The deals were announced on Friday. Peters gets a two-year deal and Bagnall gets a one-year ... (Source: Marshall Independent 2010-07-03T21:52:15Z)

CONMAN GUILTY OF RITZ SALE SCHEME

A penniless conman faces a substantial jail sentence after being convicted of an ambitious scam to sell The Ritz hotel for £250 million. Jobless lorry driver Anthony Lee, 49, found victims who were interested in the high-stakes world of trophy properties and sucking them in with false promises ... (Source: Daily Star 2010-07-02T23:47:58Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2010, 9:11 pm

MMA TIMES: UFC 116 Previews & Predictions

At UFC 116, the most powerful Heavyweight Champion in UFC history will step in to the cage to battle the undefeated, 12-0 knockout king Shane Carwin. Brock Lesnar became the Heavyweight Champion only four months in to ... (Source: Carroll County Online 2010-07-02T03:16:45Z)

Lakeview Castle off the hook in fatal crash

A St. Louis County jury has found the now-defunct Lakeview Castle not liable for a fatal 2008 car crash that occurred after an intoxicated customer left the bar. A St. Louis County jury has found the now-defunct Lakeview Castle not liable for a fatal 2008 car crash that occurred after an intoxicated ... (Source: Grand Forks Herald 2010-07-03T18:03:11Z)

UFC 116: Stephan Bonnar TKOs Krzysztof Soszynski

For the first time in almost three years, Stephan Bonnar has won inside the Octagon. Bonnar landed a brutal knee to Krzysztof Soszynski 's head in the second round of their fight at UFC 116 Saturday night, then landed ... (Source: MMAFighting.com 2010-07-04T03:21:32Z)

On Soccer

The Times's soccer blog has the 2010 World Cup covered from all angles, with news, features and live analysis of every match. Whatever happens between Argentina and Germany in Cape Town on Saturday, your team has been the joy of this tournament. You have breathed life into an overly cautious era in ... (Source: New York Times 2010-07-04T02:24:16Z)

Sexual assault suspect commits suicide

A 33-year-old Duluth man who pleaded guilty last week to sexually assaulting a preteen girl multiple times in 2005 committed suicide on Wednesday. The body of Brock McCarthy was found by his wife at a residence on the 5200 block of Anderson Road in Rice Lake Township about 12:30 p.m. He died of a ... (Source: Duluth News Tribune 2010-07-02T13:03:43Z)

Diego Maradona rips refs

A rgentina coach Diego Maradona went after World Cup referees yesterday, saying that Germany and Spain have benefited from "horrible" officiating to reach the quarterfinals. Spain's goal in the 1-0 win over Portugal in the round of 16 should have been ruled offside by Argentine referee Hector ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-07-03T14:21:17Z)

UFC 116: Brock Lesnar vs. Shane Carwin Live Blog, Results

Welcome to live coverage from cageside (about 8 feet from the octagon ) for UFC 116. Stay tuned for many, many live updates throughout what may be UFC's biggest card of the year. Bonnar comes out to his familiar entrance ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-04T03:14:22Z)

UFC 116 predictions

Fireworks are coming a day earlier when Brock Lesnar and Shane Carwin step into the octagon at UFC 116 on July 3, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The biggest fight in UFC history. Will it live up to the hype? Most fans have a ... (Source: Weblogs.baltimoresun.com 2010-07-02T02:40:57Z)

Baby joy for Ronaldo?

MYSTERY surrounds an announcement on Cristiano Ronaldo's website that he is the father of a baby boy. The message on the Real Madrid footballer's internet page does not name the mother, but says the child will be under his "guardianship". It was unclear whether it was genuine or the work of a hoaxer ... (Source: News of World 2010-07-04T01:34:09Z)

UPI NewsTrack Sports

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, July 3 (UPI) -- Miroslav Klose collected a pair of second-half goals Saturday and Germany advanced to the semifinals of the 2010 World Cup with a 4-0 rout of Argentina. Klose gave Germany a 2-0 advantage with a right-footed goal in the 67th minute off an assist from Lukas ... (Source: United Press International 2010-07-04T03:28:41Z)

Shane Carwin Doesn't Care for Brock Lesnar or His Attitude

LAS VEGAS -- Brock Lesnar and Shane Carwin took part in Wednesday's UFC 116 open media workouts at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, and once again, both men explained why they don't like each other and why they are nothing alike. Lesnar, who hasn't fought in close to a year after recovering from ... (Source: MMAFighting.com 2010-07-02T18:47:19Z)

Messi in harness as Argentina promise fireworks

PRETORIA (AFP) – Argentina were boosted on Friday when Lionel Messi trained normally ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against Germany while coach Diego Maradona pledged his men would stay true to their attacking style. "It would be a sin to change now. I am not going to play 4-4-2," Maradona ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-02T16:45:38Z)

Duluth sexual assault suspect commits suicide

DULUTH - A 33-year-old Duluth man who pleaded guilty last week to sexually assaulting a preteen girl multiple times in 2005 committed suicide on Wednesday. The body of Brock McCarthy was found by his wife at a residence on the 5200 block of Anderson Road in Rice Lake Township about 12:30 p.m. He ... (Source: Grand Forks Herald 2010-07-02T16:24:09Z)

Maradona unsure about future after Germany loss

Argentina head coach Diego Maradona leaves the pitch as former German player Oliver Bierhoff, right, comforts him, after the World Cup quarterfinal soccer match between Argentina and Germany at the Green Point stadium in Cape Town, South Africa, Saturday, July 3, 2010. Argentina lost 0-4. CAPE TOWN ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-03T21:37:56Z)

TheSpec.com - Sports - JUST INSIDE

The WTA Tour will join with the ATP Tour to stage three newly-combined men's and women's tournaments in 2011. In addition, Canada will stage a "virtual combined event" in Montreal and Toronto, during which fans in one ... (Source: Hamilton Spectator 2010-07-03T15:32:52Z)

Phoenix Coyotes sign veteran winger Ray Whitney, lose Zbynek Michalek

PHOENIX - The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney. The Coyotes, under budget restrictions because they still are owned by the NHL, signed ... (Source: The Hockey News 2010-07-02T00:46:25Z)

War Machine, a former UFC fighter, sentenced to a year in jail

Ultimate Fighting Championship competitor War Machine has been sentenced to a year in jail for violating probation after he assaulted people at two San Diego bars. War Machine pleaded guilty Thursday to two felony counts of assault and to violating probation in a previous assault case. He has a ... (Source: Pbpulse 2010-07-02T16:24:09Z)

UFC 116 Live Stream : Lesnar vs Carwin Live Streaming Online

The featured fight is the heavyweight championship match between Brock Lesnar and Shane Carwin. These two fights are heavy, fast, powerful, and ready to lay claim to the undisputed heavyweight UFC championship. UFC 116 ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-03T20:04:52Z)

Where to go to watch UFC 116: Brock Lesnar vs Shane Carwin

Saturday, July 3rd will mark the date of one of the biggest heavyweight fights in MMA history. One of the biggest heavyweight fights ever: symbolically, literally, and hype-wise. At 10:00 PM on Saturday night during UFC 116, former WWE superstar Brock Lesnar (4-1), who is 6'3 and 265 pounds, will ... (Source: Examiner 2010-07-01T23:56:19Z)

The 10 sexiest on-screen spies

( InStyle.com ) -- We know it's serious news. But we'll admit: The recent arrest of 11 members of a so-called Russian espionage ring -- coupled with coverage of their assumed identities, their old-school tactics (invisible ink!), and even, in the case of "red-hot beauty" Anna Chapman, their ... (Source: CNN 2010-07-04T02:02:47Z)

Phoenix Coyotes sign left-wing Whitney, lose Michalek to Penguins

PHOENIX - The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney. The Coyotes, under budget restrictions because they still are owned by the NHL, signed ... (Source: The Hockey News 2010-07-02T00:03:28Z)

UFC 116 Brock Lesnar vs Shane Carwin Live Stream

UFC 116 Brock Lesnar vs Shane Carwin Live Stream . UFC 116 on pay-per-view tonight promises to be an awesome fight. The main event of course is the championship bout between the reigning champion Brock Lesnar and the ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-07-04T00:44:03Z)

UFC 116 Live Blog: Stephan Bonnar TKOs Krzysztof Soszynski

Whether out of love or hate, it does appear that UFC fans missed Brock Lesnar over the last year. The defending heavyweight champ returns to the octagon at the MGM Grand Garden Arena tonight to defend his title against ... (Source: Las Vegas Sun 2010-07-04T02:45:44Z)

Coyotes believe they found bargain in Whitney

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File. Former Carolina Hurricanes' Ray Whitney (13) moves the puck against the New York Rangers during a Jan. 2 game. The Phoenix Coyotes ... (Source: Havasu News-Herald 2010-07-02T04:56:58Z)

NY spy suspect wants to stay here, lawyer tells AP

Associated Press Writer= NEW YORK (AP) — The Russian diplomat's daughter accused of being a spy is "embarrassed" by photos of her that have turned up in media reports and fears she will be deported, her lawyer said. Attorney Robert Baum told The Associated Press that he showed Anna Chapman, 28 ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-04T00:58:22Z)

Argentina v Germany: battle of the bosses Diego Maradona v Joachim Low

"To those who did not believe: now suck my d--- - I'm sorry ladies for my words - and keep on sucking it. I am either white or black. I will never be grey in my life. You treated me as you did. Now keep on sucking d----. I am grateful to my players and to the Argentinian people. I thank no one but ... (Source: Daily Telegraph 2010-07-02T15:34:03Z)

Maradona surprises by not making any changes

Before the next match against Germany, and as the National Team was beginning to train in the field, Maradona summoned to practice the exact same team that beat Mexico last Sunday. Despite some rumours floating around that Javier Pastore would be playing, apparently the Argentine coach has no ... (Source: Buenos Aires Herald 2010-07-02T13:18:02Z)

MMA Round Up: WWE Stars Brock Lesnar & Batista in the Cage

Probably the biggest story doing the rounds this week in the MMA world was an interview with consensus number one heavyweight Fedor Emelianenko, who said that he thinks about retirement more and more these days. At the ... (Source: Ringside Report 2010-06-28T04:33:04Z)

FIFA World Cup: Jubilation, despair as first semi finalists found

Several players criticized Argentina ahead of Saturday's match and Loew said there was "freedom of speech" in his team. He then proved it Friday by calling Argentina "incredibly aggressive" on the field. Loew said Argentina is "physical to the limit" and that he expected the "greatest possible ... (Source: New Zealand Herald 2010-07-03T16:08:39Z)

Maradona show just getting warmed up

Argentina coach Diego Maradona went after World Cup referees on Friday, saying that Germany and Spain have benefited from "horrible" officiating to reach the quarterfinals. Spain's goal in the 1-0 win over Portugal in the round of 16 should have been ruled offside by Argentine referee Hector ... (Source: Olympian 2010-07-03T14:57:04Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2010, 8:12 pm

NY spy suspect wants to stay here, lawyer tells AP

Associated Press Writer= NEW YORK (AP) — The Russian diplomat's daughter accused of being a spy is "embarrassed" by photos of her that have turned up in media reports and fears she will be deported, her lawyer said. Attorney Robert Baum told The Associated Press that he showed Anna Chapman, 28 ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-04T00:58:22Z)

The 10 sexiest on-screen spies

( InStyle.com ) -- We know it's serious news. But we'll admit: The recent arrest of 11 members of a so-called Russian espionage ring -- coupled with coverage of their assumed identities, their old-school tactics (invisible ink!), and even, in the case of "red-hot beauty" Anna Chapman, their ... (Source: CNN 2010-07-04T02:02:47Z)

Spider Resources Breaks Merger Pact With KWG, Accepts Cliffs' Bid

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (CLF) said Spider Resources Inc. (SDERF, SPID.RQ) broke off its agreement to merge with KWG Resources Inc. (KWGBF, KWG.V) and accepted Cliffs' offer to take over the company. All three companies are partners in a chromite project in Northern Ontario. Earlier this month ... (Source: NASDAQ 2010-07-02T22:50:42Z)

New oil containment cap ahead of schedule (with photo galleries)

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on ... (Source: Bradenton Herald 2010-07-03T20:33:30Z)

Sestak would be 'most anti-Israel' member of Senate

PHILADELPHIA – Democratic nominee Joe Sestak would be "the most anti-Israel member" of the U.S. Senate, pro-Israel activists contended as the race for the Pennsylvania Senate seat erupted in controversy over the ... (Source: WND.com 2010-07-04T02:45:44Z)

New, tighter cap on gushing gulf well may offer hope for end to disaster

MIAMI — The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken well — temporarily containing all of the oil, said Adm. Thad Allen ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-07-03T11:58:07Z)

MILITARY OFFICERS CONTRADICT NETANYAHU ON SHALIT PRISONER EXCHANGE - 'NOT AFRAID OF PRISONERS ...

Senior Israel Defense Forces officers say Palestinian prisoners released in exchange for kidnapped soldier Gilad Shalit could be allowed to return home to the West Bank, and that the security services could deal with the ... (Source: SanFranciscoSentinel.com 2010-07-04T02:09:57Z)

KWG Special Committee Determines That Cliffs' Amended Offer Is Not Spider Superior Proposal

(RTTNews) - The Special Committee of the Board of Directors of KWG Resources Inc. (KWG.V: News ) has determined that the amended offer of Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (CLF: News ) in respect of the common shares of ... (Source: RTT News 2010-06-29T13:57:23Z)

NH's Sen. Shaheen spends July 4th with troops

CONCORD, N.H. -- New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen is spending the Fourth of July visiting with American troops in the Middle East. On Saturday, Shaheen was in Riyadh meeting with James Smith, U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia. He is a New Hampshire native. Shaheen, a member of the Senate Foreign ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-03T21:45:05Z)

Baby joy for Ronaldo?

MYSTERY surrounds an announcement on Cristiano Ronaldo's website that he is the father of a baby boy. The message on the Real Madrid footballer's internet page does not name the mother, but says the child will be under his "guardianship". It was unclear whether it was genuine or the work of a hoaxer ... (Source: News of World 2010-07-04T01:34:09Z)

SAP Extends Sybase Bid, Awaits EU Clearance

German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn't yet been cleared by European regulators. SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire July 1, has now been ... (Source: ABC News 2010-07-02T12:49:24Z)

Police offer few new details in remains found at Iowa mother's house

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) — Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: WHO-TV 2010-07-03T19:43:24Z)

I'm back talking MLB- Strasburg, NBA & NHL- Caps

It has been a few months since I decided to write an entry, a pause fueled by excessive work and disappointment by TSN (fantasy sport decision) and the Capitals playoff "performance." Well, I am taking a weekend off (sort of) and I have decided to put a toe back in the water...hope it is worth the ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-03T19:14:46Z)

New Hampshire woman on oxygen dies after home power cut

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A woman who needed powered oxygen equipment to breathe died after she did not pay the power bill and a utility shut off her electricity, police said Friday. State officials were investigating ... (Source: Evansville Courier-Press 2010-06-25T22:37:32Z)

Police offer few details on remains found at home

DUBUQUE (AP) — Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: Globe Gazette 2010-07-03T22:06:34Z)

Spider Resources breaks merger pact with KWG

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (NYSE:CLF) said Spider Resources Inc. (SDERF, SPID.RQ) broke off its agreement to merge with KWG Resources Inc. (KWGBF, KWG.V) and accepted Cliffs' offer to take over the company. All three companies are partners in a chromite project in Northern Ontario. Earlier this ... (Source: Marketwatch 2010-07-03T15:11:23Z)

Clinton hopes Russia accepts US missile defense

KRAKOW, Poland (AP) - U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton ( web | news | bio ) expressed hope Saturday that Russia would drop its opposition to a U.S. missile defense system in Europe and accept an offer to cooperate in developing technologies for shooting down hostile weapons. "The offer ... (Source: ABC 27 2010-07-03T12:33:54Z)

New well cap could halt all oil flow, says admiral

The first hint of a nearing end to the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico was voiced Friday by the Coast Guard admiral in charge there. By July 15, a new, better cap might replace the present leaky cap on the broken ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-07-04T00:36:53Z)

Clinton: 'Steel vise' crushing global activists

Earlier Saturday, Clinton expressed hope that Russia would drop its opposition to a U.S. missile defense system in Europe and accept an offer to cooperate in developing technologies for shooting down hostile weapons ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-07-04T02:09:57Z)

Hawks expect Johnson to accept contract offer

The person said the Hawks expect Johnson to accept their six-year contract offer, which is expected to be worth about $121 million when the NBA sets the salary cap next week. The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks are not commenting on the details of their negotiations with ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Wild Sign Prospects Peters, Bagnall

The deals were announced Friday. Peters gets a two-year deal and Bagnall gets a one-year deal. Both players signed two-way contracts, meaning they make less money when they're in the minors. The Minnesota Wild have signed a pair of prospects, center Warren Peters and defenseman Drew Bagnall. The ... (Source: WCCO 2010-07-02T23:33:39Z)

NH parks offer weekly guided hikes, tours

CONCORD, N.H. -- Six of New Hampshire's state parks are offering special programs this summer aimed at connecting participants with nature. "Discover the Power of Parks!" started this week at Bear Brook, Pawtuckaway, Greenfield, Monadnock, White Lake and Franconia Notch state parks. Throughout the ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-07-03T13:24:01Z)

SAP Extends $5.8B Sybase Bid, Awaits EU Approval

NEW YORK (AP) -- German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn't yet been cleared by European regulators. SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire July ... (Source: Industrial Distribution 2010-07-02T14:00:59Z)

Police offer few details on remains found in Iowa home

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) -- Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: Sioux City Journal 2010-07-03T21:02:08Z)

NBA Free Agency 2010: Top Destinations for Jermaine O'Neal

With free agency in full force and some of the top names are off the board, NBA teams are starting to look at role players that can anchor their team. No one wants to be the Cavaliers. While some franchises have tons of cap space to sign the LeBrons and Wades, many are strapped for cash and have to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T17:50:03Z)

Clinton says 'steel vise' is 'slowly crushing' global activists, threatening some democracies

KRAKOW, Poland (AP) — Intolerant governments across the globe are "slowly crushing" activist and advocacy groups that play an essential role in the development of democracy, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-04T02:31:25Z)

Willie Mitchell update; Jersey numbers; Minor-league signings

Good afternoon from balmy Minny. The Wild had a couple depth, two-way signings today, inking center Warren Peters to a two-year deal and defenseman Drew Bagnall to a one-year deal. They were signed for Houston and are injury callup candidates. From the press release: Peters, 27 (7/10/82), split time ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-07-03T00:09:27Z)

SAP, still waiting for EU clearance of acquisition, extends Sybase tender offer

NEW YORK (AP) — German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn't yet been cleared by European regulators. SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire July ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-07-02T12:49:24Z)

Hamas Declines Israeli Offer for Prisoner Swap

Palestinian militants have rejected a new Israeli offer for a prisoner exchange. The Islamic militant group Hamas has declined Israel's latest offer for a lopsided prisoner swap: 1,000 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for captive Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ... (Source: Global Security 2010-07-02T23:40:49Z)

Minnesota Sports

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild have signed a pair of prospects, center Warren Peters and defenseman Drew Bagnall. The deals were announced on Friday. Peters gets a two-year deal and Bagnall gets a one-year ... (Source: Marshall Independent 2010-07-03T21:52:15Z)

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