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Deals of the Hour / August 29, 2010, 11:41 pm

Good life just got better: Mory's, legendary Yale club, reopens

Mory's, a legendary Yale eating and drinking club patronized by the Bush family and numerous celebrities, has reopened nearly two years after closing amid tough economic times. The club opened this week after ... (Source: TheDay 2010-08-28T07:59:54Z)

L.A. slams Rockies' hopes

DENVER — Casey Blake hit a grand slam in Los Angeles' five-run eighth inning Friday night and the Dodgers beat Ubaldo Jimenez and the Colorado Rockies 6-2. Jimenez (17-5) made his fourth unsuccessful ... (Source: Pueblo Chieftain 2010-08-28T07:24:06Z)

Despite Martha's Vineyard deluge, Obamas dine out

OAK BLUFFS, Mass. -- More drenching rain and wind gusts are in the forecast Tuesday for the vacationing President Barack Obama. A weather front that moved in Sunday has helped keep Obama and his family out of ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-24T12:00:52Z)

Gators' Defense Starting to Take Shape

Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin said after Saturday's practice that his second cornerback spot and linebacker positions are yet to be finalized, but they are in the last stages of completion. Earlier in the ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-08-29T04:02:29Z)

Elin Nordegren tells People magazine ex-husband Tiger Woods will go down as 'best golfer' ever

PARAMUS, N.J. (AP) — The woman who doesn't think much of Tiger Woods as a husband has little doubt about his future as a golfer. "I know he is going to go down as the best golfer who ever lived, and ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-08-26T18:46:31Z)

Poor execution early, 15 K's cost Tigers against Blue Jays

Toronto -- By the time the Tigers added a botched sacrifice bunt to the 15 times they struck out Saturday at Rogers Centre, the only surprise is that manager Jim Leyland's team lost to the Blue Jays by such a ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-28T23:16:10Z)

Wiesel's 'Sonderberg Case' is tale of family ties

"The Sonderberg Case" (Alfred A. Knopf, $25), by Elie Wiesel, translated by Catherine Temerson: After more than 60 years, over 50 books and a Nobel Peace Prize, Elie Wiesel is still struggling with what it ... (Source: Register Citizen 2010-08-21T06:13:40Z)

Mory's reopens

NEW HAVEN -- Mory's, a legendary Yale eating and drinking club patronized by the Bush family and numerous celebrities, has reopened nearly two years after it closed amid tough economic times. The club opened Wednesday ... (Source: Stamford Advocate 2010-08-28T22:40:22Z)

President Obama and family wrap up a vacation that — for once — was mostly ...

EDGARTOWN, MASS. — President Barack Obama wrapped up a 10-day vacation Saturday that was blissfully free of the news emergencies that have interrupted some of his past getaways. Grim economic reports cast an ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-08-28T19:41:25Z)

BHP's Potash Bid May Push Resource Deals to Record

(Updates with BHP, Potash shares in fifth paragraph.) Aug. 19 (Bloomberg) -- BHP Billiton Ltd.'s $40 billion hostile bid for Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. puts this year on course to be the busiest for natural ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-19T08:10:34Z)

No quick hook for Rockies' ace Ubaldo Jimenez

Just as Phil Jackson once had the Jordan rules, Jim Tracy has the Jimenez rules. Yes, Tracy treats Ubaldo Jimenez differently when he's on the mound than he does the other Rockies starters. No, he isn't as ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-29T06:54:17Z)

Legendary Yale club reopens after $3.5 million renovation

Mory's, a legendary Yale eating and drinking club patronized by the Bush family and numerous celebrities, has reopened nearly two years after closing amid tough economic times. The club opened Wednesday after ... (Source: Norwalk Hour 2010-08-28T01:11:53Z)

Gators to take advantage of Hines' versatility

Every year, college football coaches look for the best ways to disrupt and confuse defenses. Some look for tricky schemes, while others come out in unusual formations. For Florida, the coaches are looking to ... (Source: Gatorsports.com 2010-08-28T02:59:15Z)

Elie Wiesel's 'Sonderberg Case' is tale of family ties

After more than 60 years, over 50 books and a Nobel Peace Prize, Elie Wiesel is still struggling with what it means to be a Holocaust survivor. In his new novel, "The Sonderberg Case," Yedidyah is the ... (Source: Desert Sun 2010-08-29T18:14:20Z)

President Barack Obama

President Barack Obama plays golf at the Vineyard Golf Club in Edgartown, Mass., on the island of Martha's Vineyard, Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010. The President is vacationing on the island with his family. … Read more » (AP ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-22T17:54:00Z)

Elin Nordegren talks to People about going 'through hell' with Tiger Woods

"I have been through the stages of disbelief and shock, to anger and ultimately grief over the loss of the family I so badly wanted for my children," recently single Elin Nordegren tells People magazine in her first ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times (blog) 2010-08-25T12:14:00Z)

Rain soaks Obama's Martha's Vineyard vacation

FILE - In this Aug. 25, 2009, file photo, President Barack Obama shakes hands as he leaves Sweet Life Cafe after dinner while on vacation on Martha's Vineyard in Oak Bluffs, Mass. It says something when the most exciting ... (Source: Times Union 2010-08-23T20:23:08Z)

Notebook: UF defense about set

With a week left until Florida's opener against Miami of Ohio, the Gators' defense is finally starting to take shape. It's not a definite shape, but it's close. Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin said after ... (Source: Gainesville Sun 2010-08-29T04:45:26Z)

Elin Nordegren on Tiger Woods: 'I've been through hell'

Follow Jay Busbee on Twitter at @jaybusbee . After nine months, Elin Nordegren has broken her silence on the infidelity scandal that rocked her family and led to the dissolution of her marriage to golf star Tiger Woods ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-25T13:54:13Z)

Jeremy Bonderman scratched from Saturday's start; Tigers will send Alfredo Figaro against Blue Jays

TORONTO -- Jeremy Bonderman was scratched from Saturday's start after a throwing session today determined that too much tightness remained as a result of inflammation in his right rib cage. Detroit Tigers manager Jim ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-08-27T22:27:14Z)

For Obamas, a (mostly) uninterrupted vacation

E DGARTOWN — President Barack Obama wrapped up a 10-day vacation Saturday that was blissfully free of the news emergencies that have interrupted some of his past getaways. Grim economic reports cast an ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-29T17:17:04Z)

Great Silk Road's modern dark side: Government forces Uzbek children to help grow ...

KOKAND, Uzbekistan (AP) — For one month a year, from morning to night, Dilorom Nishanova grows silkworms, a painstaking and exhausting job. She has been doing it since she was 8. Uzbekistan's authoritarian ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-08-29T04:02:29Z)

Silk's dark side: Uzbek kids made to grow cocoons

KOKAND, Uzbekistan (AP) - For one month a year, from morning to night, Dilorom Nishanova grows silkworms, a painstaking and exhausting job. She has been doing it since she was 8. Uzbekistan's authoritarian government ... (Source: WSET 2010-08-29T18:42:58Z)

First Family's Vacation Free of Interruptions

EDGARTOWN, Mass. | President Barack Obama wrapped up a 10-day vacation Saturday that was blissfully free of the news emergencies that have interrupted some of his past getaways. Grim economic reports cast an ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-08-28T23:44:48Z)

Uzbek kids keep Silk Road running

KOKAND, Uzbekistan – For one month a year, from morning to night, Dilorom Nishanova grows silkworms, a painstaking, exhausting job. She's done it since she was 8. Uzbekistan's authoritarian government ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-29T07:01:27Z)

Wiesel's 'Sonderberg Case' is a chronicle of family ties

After more than 60 years, more than 50 books and a Nobel Peace Prize, Elie Wiesel still is struggling with what it means to be a Holocaust survivor. In Wiesel's new novel, "The Sonderberg Case," Yedidyah is ... (Source: Courier-Post 2010-08-29T07:08:36Z)

BHP's Potash Bid May Push Resource Deals to Record This Year

Aug. 19 (Bloomberg) -- BHP Billiton Ltd.'s $40 billion hostile bid for Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. puts this year on course to be the busiest for natural resources deals. Commodities companies ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-19T04:07:11Z)

Bautista drives in two, Blue Jays beat Tigers, 5-4

TORONTO (AP) — Jose Bautista hit a two-run triple, Brandon Morrow earned his 10th win and the Toronto Blue Jays held off the Detroit Tigers 5-4 Saturday despite a shaky ninth inning. One day after blowing a ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-29T20:37:29Z)

Tracy defends Friday's strategy

Just as Phil Jackson once had the Jordan Rules, Jim Tracy has the Jimenez rules. Yes, Tracy treats Ubaldo Jimenez differently when he's on the mound than he does the other Rockies starters. No, he isn't as ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-25T23:55:31Z)

BHP's Potash Raid May Make Record Year for Resource Deals

Commodities companies, including miners, oil producers and chemical makers, have announced $362 billion of takeovers so far this year. If they maintain that pace, they will eclipse thePhotographer: Derick E ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-19T07:06:09Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 29, 2010, 10:41 pm

Justice Dept signs off on United-Continental deal

The Justice Department said Friday that it has no more antitrust concerns about the deal that would combine United and Continental into the world's largest airline. To win that approval, the airlines had to open the door ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-28T00:21:46Z)

Will tough times trigger a selloff of corporate art?

London — Corporations worried about the bottom line are taking a look at their office walls. Over decades, many of the world's wealthiest banks and companies have built up art collections, rich in modern ... (Source: LJWORLD 2010-08-29T08:41:40Z)

HP counters Dell's offer for 3par Inc.

SEATTLE (AP) — Hewlett-Packard Co. said Thursday it is raising its offer for data-storage maker 3Par Inc. to about $1.69 billion, topping a revised bid that rival Dell Inc. made public earlier in the day. HP ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-27T05:09:17Z)

Southern system to lay off

Among the 13 who have already received their notices are Assistant Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Melva Turner, who had been the chief of staff, and Assistant Vice President for Development Andrea ... (Source: Baton Rouge Advocate 2010-08-19T10:12:16Z)

Manny Ramirez No Longer with the Dodgers, Headed to the White Sox

Manny Ramirez, now out-of-favor slugger will be shipped to the Chicago White Sox in a waiver deal Monday, according to multiple sources. In his last official act as a Dodger, he is kicked out while pinch ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-30T04:22:47Z)

Mercury, Storm advance to conference finals in West

Diana Taurasi scored 23 points and Tangela Smith added 16 for the Phoenix Mercury in a 92-73 win Saturday at San Antonio, sweeping the Silver Stars in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Becky ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-08-29T08:41:40Z)

United, Continental to help Southwest in New York market

United and Continental will help Southwest Airlines expand in the New York market as they try to clear a path for their merger. United and Continental said Friday that they will lease takeoff and landing slots ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-29T07:44:24Z)

Crosland closes deal on $20.5M H.P. project

Construction on the Clara Cox affordable apartment community in High Point is set to begin next month after the developer secured funding this week for $20.5 million. Crosland was chosen in 2007 to redevelop ... (Source: Greensboro Business Journal 2010-08-12T23:56:37Z)

BP's life on frontiers of energy industry at risk after Gulf oil spill

LONDON — At a celebration of BP's centennial last October, CEO Tony Hayward boasted to guests that the oil company "lives on the frontiers of the energy industry." But this week, in the first major ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-08-30T05:20:03Z)

Business briefs: Sanofi-Aventis offers $18.5B for Genzyme

French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis SA on Sunday publicly launched its $18.5 billion cash bid for American biotech firm Genzyme Corp. — a move that follows months of rumored interest and failed attempts to ... (Source: Herald Times 2010-08-30T04:58:34Z)

Benefits, challenges abound as practices implement EHR systems

Having final rules in place on the "meaningful use" of electronic health records, along with financial incentives, should pave the way for more medical practitioners to adopt the technology. Many ... (Source: Business First 2010-08-26T23:54:19Z)

Key moments in BP's push to operate on frontiers

A timeline of some key moments in BP PLC's drive to operate on the frontiers of the oil and gas industry: 1998 _ British Petroleum acquires Amoco in a $53 billion deal in December, giving the company an even ... (Source: WHEC TV-10 2010-08-29T18:42:58Z)

Baseball: Manny Ramirez reportedly headed to White Sox

Manny Ramirez' stay with the Dodgers is nearly over. According to multiple reports, a deal with the Chicago White Sox will be completed today. The White Sox were awarded a waiver claim on the slugger last week ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-30T04:51:25Z)

United-Continental deal approved

The Justice Department said Friday that it has no more antitrust concerns about the deal that would combine United and Continental into the world's largest airline. To win that approval, the airlines had to open the door ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-28T01:47:40Z)

Key moments in BP's push to operate on frontiers

A timeline of some key moments in BP PLC's drive to operate on the frontiers of the oil and gas industry: 1998 — British Petroleum acquires Amoco in a $53 billion deal in December, giving the company an even bigger ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-30T00:12:14Z)

HP, Dell in bidding war over 3Par Inc.

Hewlett-Packard Co. boosted its bid for 3Par Inc. by 11 percent to $1.88 billion Friday, topping Dell Inc.'s offer and again raising the stakes in the bidding contest for the data-storage company. The latest ... (Source: Desert Sun 2010-08-27T14:27:38Z)

Sanofi offers $18.5 billion for Genzyme

NEW YORK — French drug giant Sanofi-Aventis SA on Sunday publicly launched its $18.5 billion cash bid for American biotech firm Genzyme Corp. - a move that follows months of rumored interest and failed attempts to ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-08-30T01:52:27Z)

Uzbek kids keep Silk Road running

KOKAND, Uzbekistan – For one month a year, from morning to night, Dilorom Nishanova grows silkworms, a painstaking, exhausting job. She's done it since she was 8. Uzbekistan's authoritarian government ... (Source: Olympian 2010-08-29T07:01:27Z)

ULM confirms budget cuts forced layoff of maintenance workers

State budget cuts forced the University of Louisiana at Monroe earlier this summer to lay off and offer early retirement to a significant number of maintenance and repair workers, the university confirmed ... (Source: News-Star 2010-08-27T22:48:43Z)

Metro Council President David Bragdon goes out swinging

Metro Council President David Bragdon is leaving Portland loudly. Bragdon, whose terms ends in January, has become the Columbia River Crossing project's most vocal critic. He's blasted the lengthy $100 ... (Source: Portland Business Journal 2010-08-26T23:54:19Z)

Great Silk Road's modern dark side: Government forces Uzbek children to help grow ...

KOKAND, Uzbekistan (AP) — For one month a year, from morning to night, Dilorom Nishanova grows silkworms, a painstaking and exhausting job. She has been doing it since she was 8. Uzbekistan's authoritarian ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-08-29T04:02:29Z)

F Clarke MacArthur signs 1-year deal with Maple Leafs

T ORONTO — Forward Clarke MacArthur has signed a one-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The team announced the deal with the unrestricted free agent Saturday. MacArthur had 16 goals and 19 assists last season ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-29T10:00:24Z)

Tough times spur office art selloff

LONDON — Corporations worried about the bottom line are taking a look at their office walls. Over decades, many of the world's wealthiest banks and companies have built up art collections, rich in modern ... (Source: Medford Mail Tribune 2010-08-29T09:03:08Z)

Sanofi-aventis Discloses $69 Per Share Offer For Genzyme

(RTTNews) - Sanofi-aventis (SNY: News ), Sunday said it has submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire Genzyme Corp. (GENZ: News ) for $69 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $18.5 billion. This ... (Source: RTT News 2010-08-29T19:11:36Z)

Leafs sign MacArthur for one year

Free-agent forward Clarke MacArthur was signed to a one-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but TSN of Canada reported the deal is worth $1.1 million ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-08-28T19:55:44Z)

Report: Manny Ramirez will be joining the White Sox

According to the Los Angeles Dodgers' website Sunday night, the Dodgers are going to allow the White Sox to claim Manny Ramirez off waivers Monday. It is not known if Ramirez is going to be with the Sox on Monday night ... (Source: Arlington Heights Daily Herald 2010-08-30T02:13:56Z)

Silk's dark side: Uzbek kids forced into work

KOKAND, Uzbekistan -- For one month a year, from morning to night, Dilorom Nishanova grows silkworms, a painstaking and exhausting job. She has been doing it since she was 8. Uzbekistan's authoritarian ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-08-29T07:51:33Z)

HP makes $1.6 billion bid for 3PAR Inc.

Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ.N) launched a $1.6 billion bid for data storage company 3PAR Inc (PAR.N) on Monday, topping an offer by technology rival Dell Inc (DELL.O). HP bid $24 a share for 3PAR, about 33 percent ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-08-23T16:41:14Z)

Budget cuts force ULM layoffs

State budget cuts forced the University of Louisiana at Monroe earlier this summer to lay off and offer early retirement to a significant number of maintenance and repair workers, the university confirmed ... (Source: News-Star 2010-08-28T06:12:32Z)

Corporations selling off art

LONDON - Corporations worried about the bottom line are taking a look at their office walls. Over decades, many of the world's wealthiest banks and companies have built up art collections, rich in modern ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-29T20:58:58Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 29, 2010, 9:40 pm

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood To Host The 44th Annual CMA Awards (Top Story)

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood To Host The 44th Annual CMA Awards was a top 10 story this week . Here is the recap: It worked so well the first two times, CMA have again tapped Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood to ... (Source: antiMUSIC 2010-08-28T23:09:00Z)

Parsons of 'Big Bang Theory' wins Emmy

LOS ANGELES (AP) — "Mad Men" has won the Emmy for best drama series. Other winners: Bryan Cranston's portrayal of a meth dealer in "Breaking Bad" and Kyra Sedgwick's role as a brassy deputy police chief in "The Closer ... (Source: WTOL-TV 2010-08-30T03:11:12Z)

Japan To Take On Hawaii For Little League World Series Crown

Williamsport, PA, United States (AHN) - Ryusuke Ikeda scored the winning run on Ryo Motegi's two-out ground ball, lifting Tokyo, Japan to a 3-2 win over Kaoshiung, Taiwan Saturday. Japan will play Hawaii, a 10-0 winner ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-08-29T01:39:19Z)

Hawaii, Japan reach LLWS title game

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT (AP) - Hawaii's offensive punch followed Japan's stirring win in extra innings to create some high drama at the Little League World Series. Now, the two teams will meet today to decide who ... (Source: Burlington County Times 2010-08-29T13:42:19Z)

Will Counts Journalism Scholarship endowed at UCA

CONWAY — A new scholarship was endowed through the University of Central Arkansas Foundation for students studying journalism. The Dr. Will Counts Journalism Scholarship Fund was endowed at the $25,000 level ... (Source: Arkansas Online 2010-08-29T09:03:08Z)

Carrie Underwood Brad Paisley To Host CMA Awards 2010

Carrie Underwood Brad Paisley To Host CMA Awards 2010 – Carrie Underwood's wedding to NHL star Mike Fisher was one of the happiest days for the couple, but in country music circles, it is understood that at the next ... (Source: News Spreadit.org 2010-08-28T00:21:46Z)

Accreditation team faults UCA leadership in report

CONWAY, Ark. (AP) - An acceditation team that visited the University of Central Arkansas after the controversial tenure of President Lu Hardin said its trustees "seemed uninformed" about the school. The report ... (Source: Victoria Advocate 2010-08-28T18:58:28Z)

Bryan Cranston, Kyra Sedgwick win drama series lead acting Emmys

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bryan Cranston's portrayal of a meth dealer in "Breaking Bad" and Kyra Sedgwick's role as a brassy deputy police chief in "The Closer" earned the pair top drama series acting Emmy Awards on Sunday ... (Source: WGNtv.com 2010-08-30T01:38:08Z)

Amanda Knox, jailed in Italy for murder, wants to adopt children when free, according ...

ROME (AP) — An American student convicted in Italy of murdering her British roommate has told an Italian lawmaker in a series of jailhouse conversations that she hopes to adopt children and be a writer when ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-28T09:32:57Z)

Japan moves on to LLWS title game

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) — Ryo Motegi hit a two-out grounder through the infield to send Tokyo, Japan, to the Little League World Series title game with a dramatic 3-2 victory in seven innings Saturday ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-29T15:44:00Z)

Mexico to up Security in Border City After Blasts, LT

NUEVO LAREDO, Mexico (AP) Mexico's government on Sunday promised to increase security after a series of explosive devices were detonated in the border city of Reynosa, and said it would step up efforts to ... (Source: WNCT 2010-08-30T00:33:43Z)

Cards' Wainwright goes for win No. 18 in Washington

(Sports Network) - St. Louis Cardinals co-ace Adam Wainwright will try to become the first 18-game winner in the National League when he takes the ball Sunday afternoon in the finale of a four-game series from Nationals ... (Source: Calgary Herald 2010-08-29T15:01:03Z)

Japan to face Hawaii for Little League title

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Hawaii's offensive punch followed Japan's stirring win in extra innings to create some high drama at the Little League World Series. Now, the two teams will meet today to decide ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-08-29T10:57:40Z)

Freshmen bring home awards from UCA

The Arkadelphia High School Freshmen Cheerleading Squad returned home from camp at the University of Central Arkansas at Conway with numerous awards including the first place trophy in junior varsity Extreme Routine, the ... (Source: Daily Siftings Herald 2010-08-18T18:20:13Z)

Mexico Promises Increased Security in Border City After Explosions

NUEVO LAREDO, Mexico -- Mexico's government on Sunday promised to increase security after a series of explosive devices were detonated in the border city of Reynosa, and officials said they would step up ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-30T00:05:05Z)

Mexico to up security in border city after blasts

Mexico's government on Sunday promised to increase security after a series of explosive devices were detonated in the border city of Reynosa, and officials said they would step up efforts to identify more of the 72 ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-08-29T23:57:55Z)

Hawaii, Japan to meet for Little League title

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (AP) — Hawaii's offensive punch followed Japan's stirring win in extra innings to create some high drama at the Little League World Series. Now, the two teams will meet today to ... (Source: Columbia Daily Tribune 2010-08-29T13:20:50Z)

Amanda Knox jailhouse conversations to be subject of book

ROME - Amanda Knox, the American student convicted in Italy of murdering her British roommate, has told an Italian lawmaker in a series of jailhouse conversations that she hopes to adopt children and be a ... (Source: KING-5 2010-08-28T18:01:12Z)

St. Louis Cardinals (69-58) at Washington Nationals (55-75), 1:35 p.m.

St. Louis Cardinals co-ace Adam Wainwright will try to become the first 18-game winner in the National League when he takes the ball Sunday afternoon in the finale of a four-game series from Nationals Park ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-08-29T14:39:35Z)

Bryan Cranston, Kyra Sedgwick win drama Emmys

LOS ANGELES— Bryan Cranston's portrayal of a meth dealer in "Breaking Bad" and Kyra Sedgwick's role as a brassy deputy police chief in "The Closer" earned the pair top drama series acting Emmy Awards on ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-08-30T01:45:18Z)

Amanda Knox tells lawmaker she wants to adopt

Associated Press - August 28, 2010 7:35 AM ET ROME (AP) - An American student convicted in Italy of murdering her British roommate has told an Italian lawmaker in a series of jailhouse conversations that she hopes to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-28T11:41:48Z)

Hawaii, Japan to play for world Little League title

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (AP) -- Hawaii's offensive punch followed Japan's stirring win in extra innings to create some high drama at the Little League World Series. Now, the two teams will meet today to ... (Source: Lowell Sun 2010-08-29T10:36:12Z)

Fever Evens Series

Tamika Catchings had 17 points and 13 rebounds Sunday night to help the host Indiana Fever beat the Liberty, 75-67, and tie their best-of-three W.N.B.A. Eastern Conference semifinal series. Essence Carson ... (Source: New York Times 2010-08-30T03:25:31Z)

Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood to host CMA awards for third year

Checotah native and country superstar Carrie Underwood will again join Brad Paisley to host the Country Music Association awards show. The CMA announced the selection Thursday in Nashville. It will mark the ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-29T06:47:08Z)

Dunn, Nats blast Cardinals, 14-5

Nationals manager Jim Riggleman said before Saturday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals that slugger Adam Dunn was ready to end a 19-game slump. Those words – helped by his own actions – proved prophetic ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-08-29T03:26:42Z)

Catchings powers Fever past Liberty; series tied

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Tamika Catchings had 17 points and 13 rebounds to help the Indiana Fever beat the New York Liberty 75-67 on Sunday night to tie their best-of-three Eastern Conference semifinal series ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-08-30T02:28:15Z)

Rollins' slide 'unbelievable'

SAN DIEGO -- Jimmy Rollins thought he was all but out as he was racing toward the plate. Turns out he was safe, thanks to a super slide that lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to a 3-2 win over the NL West ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-08-30T03:32:40Z)

Fever even up series with Liberty behind Tamika Catchings' 17 points

INDIANAPOLIS -- Tamika Catchings had 17 points and 13 rebounds to help the Indiana Fever beat the New York Liberty 75-67 on Sunday night to tie their best-of-three Eastern Conference semifinal series. Catchings, who was ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-29T23:57:55Z)

Hometown Hero Hamels delivers for Phillies

SAN DIEGO — Cole Hamels wouldn't mind another trip to his hometown this season. That, of course, would mean a Phillies-Padres playoff series. "It'd be special," Hamels said after shutting down the ... (Source: Reporter 2010-08-30T04:15:37Z)

Hamels pitches Phillies to sweep of Padres

SAN DIEGO -- Cole Hamels wouldn't mind another trip to his hometown this season. That, of course, would mean a Phillies-Padres playoff series. "It'd be special," Hamels said after shutting down the Padres on ... (Source: York Dispatch Online 2010-08-30T00:19:24Z)

Deals of the Hour / August 29, 2010, 8:40 pm

Camden students earn UCA degrees

CONWAY – Matthew Patterson and Casey C. Riley, both of Camden, were among more than 1,200 graduates who received degrees this summer during spring commencement in the Farris Health and Physical Education ... (Source: Camden News 2010-08-24T19:03:12Z)

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood To Host The 44th Annual CMA Awards (Top Story)

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood To Host The 44th Annual CMA Awards was a top 10 story this week . Here is the recap: It worked so well the first two times, CMA have again tapped Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood to ... (Source: antiMUSIC 2010-08-28T23:09:00Z)

Former Houston Mayor Bill White Campaigns In SA

White talked about education in Texas and pointed out that the difference between he and current Texas Gov. Rick Perry is the federal money Perry turned down while states such as Georgia and North Carolina ... (Source: KSAT 12 2010-08-28T00:07:27Z)

Edie Falco Wins Best Comedy Actress Emmy for 'Jackie'

(Updates with comedy actors starting in first paragraph.) Aug. 29 (Bloomberg) -- Edie Falco won the Emmy award for best leading actress in a comedy for her role in Showtime's "Nurse Jackie," her first ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-30T01:30:59Z)

Stafford's security guards: Lions' offensive line is prepped to protect the ...

When the Lions traded with Seattle for Rob Sims last spring, they told him in no uncertain terms why. "They said they wanted to have (No.) 9 be upright," Sims said, referring to quarterback Matthew Stafford. "Pass ... (Source: Salt Lake Tribune 2010-08-26T23:54:19Z)

Freshmen bring home awards from UCA

The Arkadelphia High School Freshmen Cheerleading Squad returned home from camp at the University of Central Arkansas at Conway with numerous awards including the first place trophy in junior varsity Extreme Routine, the ... (Source: Daily Siftings Herald 2010-08-18T18:20:13Z)

Here is the latest Texas sports from The AP, TX

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The San Antonio Silver Stars have been swept in the first round of the WBNA Western Conference playoffs. San Antonio lost 92-73 at home today to the Phoenix Mercury. Phoenix was led by Diana Taurasi ... (Source: 39online.com 2010-08-28T20:24:22Z)

Lions O-line is prepped to protect the Matthew Stafford

When the Lions traded with Seattle for Rob Sims last spring, they told him in no uncertain terms why. "They said they wanted to have (No.) 9 be upright," Sims said, referring to quarterback Matthew Stafford ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-08-28T21:21:38Z)

PERRY'S FANS SLEEP ON STREETS TO HEAR HER TEENAGE DREAM

KATY PERRY shut down New York City's Rockefeller Center on Friday (27Aug1 0), performing for hundreds of fans who had slept on the streets since We dnesday (25Aug10) to hear her sing. The pop star played a free concert ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-08-28T00:43:15Z)

Ricky Skaggs takes another turn on his musical journey

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. — The spirit moved Ricky Skaggs to tears. Country music's nomad was working on a particularly meaningful song on his new album, "Mosaic," when he was overcome by the kind of emotion he ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-08-25T16:53:10Z)

Diana Taurasi, Tina Charles, and Ticha Penicheiro Capture 2010 WNBA Peak Performer Awards

NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2010 - Diana Taurasi of the Phoenix Mercury, Tina Charles of the Connecticut Sun, and Ticha Penicheiro of the Los Angeles Sparks have won the 2010 WNBA Peak Performer Awards for scoring, rebounding ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-08-25T15:05:48Z)

Edie Falco Wins Top Comedy Acting Emmy for `Jackie,' Jane Lynch for `Glee'

Edie Falco won the Emmy award for best leading actress in a comedy for her role in Showtime's "Nurse Jackie," her first Emmy since "The Sopranos" ended in 2007. Jim Parsons captured the Emmy for best ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-08-30T01:38:08Z)

Lions' Stafford faces team that gave him 2009 moment of glory

Matthew Stafford's most memorable performance as a rookie came against Saturday's exhibition opponent, the Cleveland Browns. Injured after a wild scramble on the game's second-to-last play, Stafford returned ... (Source: Victoria Advocate 2010-08-27T02:31:48Z)

Phoenix Mercury tops San Antonio to advance in WNBA playoffs

SAN ANTONIO - Diana Taurasi scored 23 points and Tangela Smith added 16 for Phoenix in a 92-73 win Saturday over San Antonio, sweeping the Silver Stars in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. Becky Hammon ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-08-28T19:34:15Z)

Will Counts Journalism Scholarship endowed at UCA

CONWAY — A new scholarship was endowed through the University of Central Arkansas Foundation for students studying journalism. The Dr. Will Counts Journalism Scholarship Fund was endowed at the $25,000 level ... (Source: Arkansas Online 2010-08-29T09:03:08Z)

Emmy Awards 2010: 'Glee's' Jane Lynch, Edie Falco of 'Nurse Jackie' early winners

Brooklyn-bred Edie Falco last night picked up the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her work on Showtime's "Nurse Jackie." In the process, the woman previously known for her ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-08-30T02:21:05Z)

Carrie Underwood Brad Paisley To Host CMA Awards 2010

Carrie Underwood Brad Paisley To Host CMA Awards 2010 – Carrie Underwood's wedding to NHL star Mike Fisher was one of the happiest days for the couple, but in country music circles, it is understood that at the next ... (Source: News Spreadit.org 2010-08-28T00:21:46Z)

Katy Perry - Perry's Fans Sleep On Streets To Hear Her Teenage Dream

KATY PERRY shut down New York City's Rockefeller Center on Friday (27Aug10), performing for hundreds of fans who had slept on the streets since Wednesday (25Aug10) to hear her sing. The pop star played a free concert at ... (Source: Contactmusic.com 2010-08-28T00:21:46Z)

Ricky Skaggs releases new album, 'Mosaic'

Country music's nomad was working on a particularly meaningful song on his new album, "Mosaic," when he was overcome by the kind of emotion he's rarely felt before. Co-producer Gordon Kennedy remembers looking ... (Source: Lafayette Journal and Courier 2010-08-26T06:00:35Z)

Rick Perry Refuses to Debate Bill White

Rick Perry has been the governor of Texas for the past 10 years. During this time, Perry has had a less than straightforward record. In 2003, Perry signed the Texas Enterprise Fund that was designed to boost ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-20T22:49:51Z)

Lions Look Good On Offense In 35-27 Win Vs Browns

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns were encouraged by positive signs when they had the ball. On defense, not so much. Matthew Stafford threw a touchdown pass, rookie Jahvid Best had a 51-yard ... (Source: NBC4 Columbus 2010-08-29T19:04:26Z)

Texans and the Future of Medicaid

Perry also seeks to create a plan called Texas Health Opportunity Pool, or HOP, which is a fund that will provide premium subsidies to older children (above age 18) and uninsured adults. However, this plan ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-08-27T20:47:01Z)

Lions rally past Browns in preseason Game 3

DETROIT -- The Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns were encouraged by positive signs when they had the ball. On defense, not so much. Matthew Stafford threw a touchdown pass, rookie Jahvid Best had a 51-yard ... (Source: Coshocton Tribune 2010-08-29T12:16:25Z)

Ricky Skaggs takes another turn on his musical journey with full-band Christian album 'Mosaic'

Chris Talbott, The Associated Press HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. - The spirit moved Ricky Skaggs to tears. Country music's nomad was working on a particularly meaningful song on his new album, "Mosaic," when he was overcome by ... (Source: Big Hollywood 2010-08-25T13:54:13Z)

Stafford, Best look sharp in Lions' victory

The Detroit Lions and Cleveland Browns were encouraged by positive signs when they had the ball. On defense, not so much. Matthew Stafford threw a touchdown pass, rookie Jahvid Best had a 51-yard run and Aaron ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-08-29T04:59:45Z)

Kara Patterson column: Former PAC staffer follows her arts dream to New York

Erin Hunsader distinctly remembers the show-stopping moment in which she decided she would apply to New York University's Tisch School of the Arts for its Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program. Hunsader, 37 ... (Source: Post-Crescent 2010-08-29T09:38:56Z)

San Mateo County school districts grapple with reforms while lacking funding

School districts in San Mateo County and across the state are grappling with a fast-moving wave of education reforms triggered by federally driven initiatives such as the competitive grant program Race to the ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-30T03:32:40Z)

Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood to host CMA awards for third year

Checotah native and country superstar Carrie Underwood will again join Brad Paisley to host the Country Music Association awards show. The CMA announced the selection Thursday in Nashville. It will mark the ... (Source: Tulsa World 2010-08-29T06:47:08Z)

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