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Deals of the Hour / September 4, 2010, 11:39 pm

Indiana Co. Marine Killed In Afghanistan

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- An Indiana County Marine who was based in North Carolina has been killed in Afghanistan. The Defense Department said Friday that 21-year-old Lance Cpl. Joshua T. Twigg of Indiana, Pa., was ... (Source: Pittsburgh Channel 2010-09-03T15:02:17Z)

Goldcorp Bids $3.5 Billion for Andean, Trumps Rival

Goldcorp and Eldorado are fighting over Andean's Cerro Negro project in Argentina, which may produce 285,000 ounces of gold a year from as early as 2012. "A competitive process like this is symptomatic of the ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-03T21:14:31Z)

Man wins big at SoCal casino before fatal robbery

Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna says the 55-year-old victim won several thousand dollars at the Hawaiian Gardens Casino early Friday and was heading home with a woman when a car cut him off in Santa Ana. (Source: Desert Sun 2010-09-03T18:58:30Z)

For U.Va., questions remain after convincing win

strength and depth to overpower the Spiders, who lost 15 starters from last year's team. That team reached the semifinals of the FCS playoffs. It was coached by Mike London . "That's a good team," London said. " (Source: Richmond Times-Dispatch 2010-09-05T06:17:21Z)

Casino Winner Killed

Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna (Bur-TAHN'-yah) says the 55-year-old man won several thousand dollars at the Hawaiian Gardens Casino early Friday and was heading home with a woman when a car cut him off in ... (Source: WITN 2010-09-04T14:25:18Z)

Sandberg wins minor league managerial honor

Ryne Sandberg was voted manager of the year in the Pacific Coast League on Friday, according to the Chicago Tribune. Sandberg, a Hall of Famer during his playing career with the Cubs ... over when Lou Piniella ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-09-04T18:07:13Z)

London era begins at Virginia with Spiders visit

London was the Spiders' coach the last two seasons, and guided Richmond to the 2008 FCS national championship. Richmond will be led by Latrell Scott, who was the Cavaliers' wide receivers coach last year under Al ... (Source: Bluefield Daily Telegraph 2010-09-04T09:10:20Z)

It takes a perfect storm to land in Northeast

Hurricane Earl is heading uncomfortably close to an area relatively few hurricanes tend to go ... National Hurricane Center records show they are generally once-in-a-generation events. In parts of the Northeast, (Source: Worcester Telegram & Gazette 2010-09-04T09:24:39Z)

Son of boxing promoter Bob Arum found dead

... spotted the body of an experienced mountain climber who was the son of boxing promoter Bob Arum. North Cascades National Park Spokeswoman Kerry Olson says the body belonging to John Arum, a 49-year-old Seattle ... (Source: KTNV 2010-09-04T16:27:00Z)

Nadal beats Istomin; reaches 3rd round of US Open

NEW YORK (AP) -- Even Rafael Nadal felt compelled to applaud when his second-round ... and he reached the third round at Flushing Meadows for the sixth consecutive year. He's never been past the semifinals, (Source: Associated Press 2010-09-05T00:48:04Z)

Cubs report: Inside pitch

Quade knows he's being evaluated every day after taking over from Lou Piniella. He will be a candidate for the job next year, as will Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, who is managing the team's Class AAA (Des Moines ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-08-31T09:58:02Z)

Hurricane's path along US northeast not well-worn

Hurricane Earl is heading uncomfortably close to an area relatively few hurricanes tend to go ... National Hurricane Center records show they are generally once-in-a-generation events. In parts of the Northeast, (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-03T00:07:30Z)

Goldcorp Enhances Gold Production Pipeline With Acquisition of Andean Resources

... value for both Goldcorp and Andean shareholders and other stakeholders. Wayne Hubert , Andean's CEO, stated, "Over the past four years, the Andean Resources team has done a tremendous job in taking Cerro Negro ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-09-03T05:43:56Z)

Northeast coastline may see more future storms

Hurricane Earl is heading uncomfortably close to an area relatively few hurricanes tend to go ... National Hurricane Center records show they are generally once-in-a-generation events. In parts of the Northeast, (Source: Delaware Online 2010-09-04T07:44:26Z)

Sports digest: NHL approves Ilya Kovalchuk's new deal with New Jersey Devils

The NHL has signed off on left wing Ilya Kovalchuk's latest contract with the New Jersey Devils. Five weeks after rejecting the Russian's landmark 17-year, $102 million contract with the Devils, the league ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-04T04:45:29Z)

Goldcorp Bids $3.5 Billion for Andean Resources, Trumping Rival

Goldcorp and Eldorado are fighting over Andean's Cerro Negro project in Argentina, which may produce 285,000 ounces of gold a year from as early as 2012. "A competitive process like this is symptomatic of the ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-03T15:16:36Z)

Day leads at Deutsche Bank Championship

... was being atop the leaderboard in the Deutsche Bank Championship ... Tiger Woods turned his game around at the right time. In jeopardy of missing the cut and missing out on the rest of the FedEx Cup playoffs, (Source: Times-Bulletin 2010-09-05T05:41:34Z)

Tiger Woods trying to get off the bubble at FedEx Cup

Norton, Mass. -- A chart of FedEx Cup standings at the Deutsche Bank Championship showed Tiger Woods at the top, not unusual considering he was won the cup and its $10 million prize every year he has ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-03T09:18:41Z)

An easy winner, Roger sees similarities in Rafa's quest for career Grand Slam

NEW YORK (AP) — Roger Federer remembers how it felt when he was trying ... Nadal has lost in the semifinals in his last two trips to Flushing Meadows. His third-round match this year is set for Sunday against ... (Source: KTLA.com 2010-09-05T01:09:33Z)

NC-based Marine from Pa. killed in Afghanistan

... Marine from Pennsylvania has been killed in Afghanistan.The Defense Department said Friday that 21-year-old Lance Cpl. Joshua T. Twigg of Indiana ... 2nd Marine Division at Camp Lejeune. (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-04T19:11:38Z)

Body of boxing promoter Bob Arum's son found in mountains

... spotted the body of an experienced mountain climber who was the son of boxing promoter Bob Arum. North Cascades National Park Spokeswoman Kerry Olson says the body belonging to John Arum, a 49-year-old Seattle ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-04T04:59:48Z)

Big winner killed leaving Calif. casino

... say the 55-year-old victim and a female friend were followed from the Hawaiian Gardens Casino by two men whose car cut them off Friday in Santa Ana. Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna says one assailant ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-09-04T08:56:01Z)

Marine From Indiana Killed In Afghanistan

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- A North Carolina-based Marine from Indiana, Pa. was killed in Afghanistan. The Defense Department said Friday that 21-year-old Lance Cpl. Joshua T. Twigg was killed Thursday in combat in Helmand ... (Source: WPXI 2010-09-03T14:19:20Z)

Tiger Woods looks to keep going at FedEx Cup

NORTON, Mass. — A chart of FedEx Cup standings at the Deutsche Bank Championship showed Tiger Woods at the top, not unusual considering he was won the cup and its $10 million prize every year he has ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-09-03T01:19:05Z)

NHL News: New Jersey Devils And Ilya Kovalchuk Deal Ok'd By League

Second time's a charm. Kovalchuk, the Devils, and the League have agreed upon a 15-year $100 million contract that comes in just below the 17-year, $102 million contract that was voided by the league ... (Source: Inside Pulse 2010-09-04T17:24:16Z)

Lou Piniella Retires Today - Why is he stepping down? Is he a Hall of Famer? Who will manage the ...

Is he a Hall of Famer? Who will manage the Cubs next year? Tale of the Tape: Rory McIlroy vs. Tiger Woods 12P ET: Lou Piniella Stepping Down After Today's ... making the Hall of Fame and whether or not Ryne Sandberg ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-22T17:54:00Z)

Kuznetsova beats Kirilenko to reach 4th round

NEW YORK — Two-time major champion Svetlana Kuznetsova beat 23rd ... Kuznetsova won Grand Slam titles at Flushing Meadows in 2004 and the French Open last year, and also was the U.S. Open runner-up in 2007. (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2010-09-05T03:11:14Z)

Body of John Arum, son of boxing promoter Bob Arum, spotted on mountain in ...

... spotted the body of an experienced mountain climber who was the son of boxing promoter Bob Arum. North Cascades National Park Spokeswoman Kerry Olson says the body belonging to John Arum, a 49-year-old Seattle ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-09-04T03:48:13Z)

Kovalchuk deal changed NHL policy on long-tern contracts

NEWARK - The New Jersey Devils did more than sign Ilya Kovalchuk to a $100 million contract. A byproduct of the revised 15-year deal was that the Devils helped the NHL and its players union reach an agreement on long ... (Source: Atlantic City Press 2010-09-05T05:41:34Z)

London era begins

London was the Spiders' coach the last two seasons, and guided Richmond to the 2008 FCS national championship. Richmond will be led by Latrell Scott, who was the Cavaliers' wide receivers coach last year under Al Groh. (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-09-04T05:57:04Z)

Deals of the Hour / September 4, 2010, 10:40 pm

Sioux Falls weather: Sunny and 68 degrees

The Labor Day weekend will start out cooler but sunny on Saturday with temperatures in the low 70's. The temperature should reach 80 on Sunday though there is a chance of rain on Labor Day. (Source: Argus Leader 2010-09-03T11:49:00Z)

MGIC, Celldex, Forest Labs, PMI, Quiksilver: U.S. Equity Movers

Campbell Soup Co. (CPB US) dropped 3 percent ... Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. (TTWO US) jumped 7.3 percent, the most since July 7, to $9.50. The publisher of the "Grand Theft Auto" video games reported an ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-09-03T22:26:06Z)

Eagles add guard Wells from Cardinals

... guard Reggie Wells ... Andy Reid said in a statement. "He has experience at several different positions along the offensive line and he will be a welcome addition to that group. You can never have enough depth ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-09-04T22:32:04Z)

Earl's bark worse than his bite for New Yorkers

... eve of the last big weekend of the summer. "We got a pass," said Jim McLauchlin, a real estate broker and certified general appraiser in Southampton ... gushed 8-year-old Jessica Smith in Montauk, the ... (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2010-09-03T23:52:00Z)

Red Cross Provides Comfort and Shelter from the Storm as Hurricane Earl Moves Up ...

... provided help and shelter from North Carolina to New England as Hurricane Earl and its winds and rain moved up the Atlantic Coast ... coast," said Joe Becker , senior vice president, Red Cross Disaster Services. " (Source: Earthtimes 2010-09-04T15:01:06Z)

TCU uses big stage to make statement

The biggest deal was TCU's running game and the Beavers lack of one. While Jacquizz Rodgers gained a tough 75 yards on 18 carries, the Beavers finished with just 73 yards on the ground. Three TCU runners gained at ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-05T05:20:05Z)

Earl hits Canada, lets New England off hook

Earl ... New England was to seasonal businesses hoping to end their summer on a high note. The tropical storm, far less intense than feared, brushed past the Northeast and dumped heavy, wind-driven rain on Cape Cod ... (Source: Wichita Eagle 2010-09-05T05:05:46Z)

COAST IS CLEAR: Earl spares New England -- and Labor Day weekend

... departments in the event the level of rains fell as high as they did on parts of Cape Cod and the islands Friday and into Saturday and levied storm damage. Earl swooped into New England waters Friday night as a ... (Source: Herald News 2010-09-05T04:37:08Z)

Portugal suffer off-field distractions

... Portuguese thoughts ahead of their opening Euro 2012 qualifier against Cyprus. Portugal will be without both star midfielder Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Carlos Queiroz for the opening Group H game in Guimaraes, (Source: espnstar.com 2010-09-02T14:13:22Z)

Weakened Earl hits Mass. with wind, rain, surf

... eve of the last big weekend of the summer. "We got a pass," said Jim McLauchlin, a real estate broker and certified general appraiser in Southampton ... gushed 8-year-old Jessica Smith in Montauk, the ... (Source: NewsChannel 9 WSYR 2010-09-04T03:05:16Z)

Red Cross responds to hurricane Earl on Atlantic Coast

The American Red Cross on Friday said it is currently responding to Hurricane Earl ... this storm moves up the Atlantic Coast," said Joe Becker, senior vice president, Red Cross Disaster Services. "The Red Cross has ... (Source: New Kerala 2010-09-03T18:51:21Z)

TCU opens with win over Oregon State

... Frosch on a short third-down throw at the Beavers 13 in the second half — after the Frogs had held the ball for seven minutes. That led to Jacquizz Rodgers scoring from a yard out for a 21-all tie. TCU then ... (Source: Wichita Falls Times Record News 2010-09-05T04:58:37Z)

Earl glancing through

... eve of the last big weekend of the summer. Long Island escapes "We got a pass," said Jim McLauchlin, a real estate broker and certified general appraiser ... gushed 8-year-old Jessica Smith in Montauk, (Source: Bennington Banner 2010-09-04T03:26:44Z)

Eagles trade for veteran lineman

... Friday for iron man Reggie Wells ... coach Andy Reid said. "He has experience at several different positions along the offensive line and he will be a welcome addition to that group. You can never have enough depth (Source: Daily Local News 2010-09-04T13:35:12Z)

Eagles acquire OL Reggie Wells, release 10 players

... offensive lineman Reggie Wells ... coach Andy Reid said."He has experience at several different positions along the offensive line and he will be a welcome addition to that group. You can never have enough depth (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-04T19:11:38Z)

Scare shuts down Miami airport

... Miami International Airport overnight Thursday, roused nearby hotel guests from ... Everything's back to normal," airport spokesman Greg Chin told the AP. Butler's 2003 report of missing plague vials set ... (Source: Newton Kansan 2010-09-04T18:21:32Z)

Earl weakens to Category 1, heads for Northeast

... mid-Atlantic region, but pass close by Cape Cod, Nantucket Island and Martha's Vineyard late Friday night, bringing rain and high winds. Vacationers pulled their boats from the water and canceled Labor ... New ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-09-02T23:53:11Z)

Can Beavers win without a running game?

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Jacquizz Rodgers has 23 yards on eight carries, 15 of which came on one play. There's a reason for that: TCU, year-in and year-out, has a great run defense. But coach Mike Riley ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-05T01:09:33Z)

H&R Block, Campbell Soup, Ulta are big movers

Campbell Soup Co., down ... Take-Two Interactive Software Inc., up 65 cents at $9.50 The video game published expects a profit in fiscal 2010, even without a new launch of its popular "Grand Theft Auto" game. (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-03T20:38:43Z)

Reno forecast: Mostly sunny this Labor Day weekend; chance of rain next week

Today: Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming east between 5 and 10 mph. Tonight: Clear, with a low around 57. Northwest wind between 5 and 10 mph becoming calm. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 95 ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-09-02T13:59:03Z)

Red Cross Responds to Hurricane Earl Along the Atlantic Coast

rains and flooding of Hurricane Earl in North ... the Carolinas to Maine as this storm moves up the Atlantic Coast," said Joe Becker , senior vice president, Red Cross Disaster Services. "The Red Cross has shelters ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-09-03T15:16:36Z)

Heavy rain from Hurricane Earl smacks N.C. islands

it could snarl travelers' Labor Day weekend plans and strike a second forceful blow to the ... staying away from New Jersey and the other mid-Atlantic states, but also passing very close to Long Island, Cape Cod and ... (Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat 2010-09-01T23:54:22Z)

Mostly sunny, 73 degrees Sunday

... sunny, with a high near 73. East southeast wind between 6 and 13 mph. Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. East southeast wind around 10 mph. Labor ... (Source: Litchfield Independent Review 2010-09-05T05:12:56Z)

Scientist held after Miami airport scare

... Miami International Airport's six concourses along with an ... airport fully reopened just after 4 a.m. "Everything's back to normal," airport spokesman Greg Chin told The Associated Press soon after the closed ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-03T11:41:51Z)

5 questions heading into Euro qualies

... Portugal had a pre-World Cup training camp. We're still talking about it because of a dispute between Queiroz and Portuguese anti ... and he must do without injured Cristiano Ronaldo . 3. Has French Laurent ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-02T18:23:54Z)

Earl's biggest damage in New England was to business

Earl ... New England was to seasonal businesses hoping to end their summer on a high note. The tropical storm, far less intense than feared, brushed past the Northeast and dumped heavy, wind-driven rain on Cape Cod ... (Source: Vindy.com 2010-09-05T04:08:30Z)

H&R Block, Campbell Soup, Ulta are big movers

Campbell Soup Co., down ... Take-Two Interactive Software Inc., up 65 cents at $9.50 The video game published expects a profit in fiscal 2010, even without a new launch of its popular "Grand Theft Auto" game. (Source: Buffalo News 2010-09-03T20:53:02Z)

Holiday travel expected higher

Roads may be busier this Labor Day weekend as an estimated 4.8 million travelers are ... In the mid-Atlantic region, which comprises New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, 90 percent of travelers this weekend are ... (Source: Standard Speaker 2010-09-04T08:20:14Z)

Portugal held to 4-4 draw by Cyprus in qualifier

GUIMARAES ... Cristiano Ronaldo and suspended coach Carlos Queiroz, paid for its defensive blunders. Portugal twice rallied from deficits after Cyprus scored two goals in the first 11 minutes. The patchy Portuguese ... (Source: star.com.my 2010-09-03T23:23:22Z)

Miami airport evacuated when suspicious item found

... Miami International Airport's six concourses along with an onsite hotel were evacuated ... Everything's back to normal," airport spokesman Greg Chin told The Associated Press soon after the closed concourses ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-03T10:51:44Z)

Deals of the Hour / September 4, 2010, 9:40 pm

Jason Day still leads; Tiger Woods shoots 65 to make cut

Norton, Mass.-- About the only thing fun for Jason Day was being atop the leaderboard in the Deutsche Bank Championship. ... Tiger Woods trying to get off the bubble at FedEx Cup - 09/03/2010 Corey ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-05T04:08:30Z)

Notre Dame, Purdue open football season

and it will be no different for Dayne Crist . The 6-4 junior ... In last year's 24-21 win over Purdue, Crist spelled Jimmy Clausen and directed two touchdown drives before Clausen returned to throw the winning TD ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-09-04T14:03:50Z)

ViewSonic's Dual-Boot Tablet Named ViewPad 100

ViewSonic showcased its upcoming dual-boot tablet at IFA 2010 in Berlin. Officially called the ViewPad 100 (or 10i ... Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi connectivity and more. The device was supposedly listed at "sub 500 euros ... (Source: Tom's Guide 2010-09-04T00:13:28Z)

150-year-old churches: South Fork Church of Christ

Notable moments in church history : God ... usher them into his Kingdom-life. This work is reflected in the numerous lives at South Fork and around the world that have been changed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. (Source: State Journal-Register 2010-09-05T04:01:21Z)

Young children can understand many things about God

... understand everything we can about God -- but they can understand something, and you should take this seriously. Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God ... (Source: Daily Local News 2010-09-04T05:06:57Z)

Body of boxing promoter Bob Arum's son found in mountains

... spotted the body of an experienced mountain climber who was the son of boxing promoter Bob Arum. North Cascades National Park Spokeswoman Kerry Olson says the body belonging to John Arum, a 49-year-old Seattle ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-04T04:59:48Z)

Notre Dame's Kelly makes debut vs. Purdue in South Bend Saturday

SOUTH BEND | Brian Kelly ... year ago to Jimmy Clausen, will be playing for the first time since last Oct. 31 when was hurt in a game against Washington State. He led two touchdowns drives against Purdue last season ... (Source: NWI.com 2010-09-03T17:46:55Z)

Big winner killed leaving Calif. casino

... say the 55-year-old victim and a female friend were followed from the Hawaiian Gardens Casino by two men whose car cut them off Friday in Santa Ana. Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna says one assailant ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-09-04T08:56:01Z)

Mediation To Continue In Baby Vanessa Adoption Case

DAYTON, Ohio -- A lawyer says mediation has been unsuccessful between a California woman ... Stacey Doss, has been in Dayton for mediation involving 2-year-old Vanessa. Montgomery County Juvenile Court Judge Nick ... (Source: WHIO TV 2010-09-04T13:56:40Z)

Man wins big at SoCal casino before fatal robbery

Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna says the 55-year-old victim won several thousand dollars at the Hawaiian Gardens Casino early Friday and was heading home with a woman when a car cut him off in Santa Ana. (Source: Desert Sun 2010-09-03T18:58:30Z)

How Catholics seek God

... God for his inexpressible gift' (2 Corinthians. 9:15) in Christ Jesus" (Constitution on the Sacred ... we come to the Father through the Son so that we might go to his kingdom. The church structure, in its design, (Source: Lancaster online.com 2010-09-05T04:29:59Z)

Scientist in Miami scare once accused of hauling plague

Lennox Lewis, was waiting to fly to Barbados later Friday morning in one of the four concourses that had been closed. He said the Miami airport is "one of the most stringent" to get through because he has to be ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-09-04T12:23:37Z)

70-year-old scientist sparks airport bomb scare

Lennox Lewis, was waiting to fly to Barbados later Friday morning in one of the four concourses that had been closed. He said the Miami airport is "one of the most stringent" to get through because he has to be ... (Source: KARE 2010-09-03T21:57:28Z)

Son of boxing promoter Bob Arum found dead

... spotted the body of an experienced mountain climber who was the son of boxing promoter Bob Arum. North Cascades National Park Spokeswoman Kerry Olson says the body belonging to John Arum, a 49-year-old Seattle ... (Source: KTNV 2010-09-04T16:27:00Z)

Notre Dame's Kelly makes debut vs Purdue

Brian Kelly set ... backup a year ago to Jimmy Clausen, will be playing for the first time since last Oct. 31 when was hurt in a game against Washington State. He led two touchdowns drives against Purdue last season ... (Source: WHEC TV-10 2010-09-03T17:11:08Z)

U.S. unemployment rate hits a five-year high

credit and financial crises are taking on the economy. The report rattled Wall Street again. The Dow Jones industrial ... economy's troubles are Americans' top worry. "With the unemployment rate over 6 percent, (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-26T23:54:19Z)

Unemployment rate still seems frozen

... unemployment rate ... economy is out of danger, but the figures were not as bleak as some economists had predicted. Wall Street embraced the news, and stocks surged within seconds of its release. The Dow Jones ... (Source: Reporter 2010-09-04T12:23:37Z)

Bomb scare empties airport

Lennox Lewis, was waiting to fly to Barbados later Friday morning in one of the four concourses that had been closed. He said the Miami airport is "one of the most stringent" to get through because he has to be ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-09-04T08:48:52Z)

ViewSonic outs Android ViewPad 7

ViewSonic is throwing ... with a 7-inch offering called ViewPad. The tablet will be made official at this year's upcoming IFA . So far, confirmed specs include a 7-inch screen, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, microSD ... (Source: CNET News 2010-08-27T23:53:08Z)

Companies add 67,000 workers in August; unemployment rate climbs to 9.6 percent

... economy ahead of the Labor Day weekend. But the unemployment rate rose because not enough jobs were created to absorb the growing ... The Dow Jones industrial average rose more than 100 points in afternoon ... (Source: BET 2010-09-03T22:26:06Z)

Ted Schulz's fires 64 for 3-shot lead

... Pebble Beach on Saturday to take a three-stroke lead over first-round leader Mark Calcavecchia and Tom Kite in the First Tee Open. The 50-year-old ... after an opening 64 at Del Monte, had a 71 at Pebble Beach. (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-05T04:01:21Z)

Mediation to continue in Ohio-California adoption case

DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — A lawyer says mediation has been unsuccessful between a California ... Stacey Doss, has been in Dayton for mediation involving 2-year-old Vanessa. Montgomery County Juvenile Court Judge Nick ... (Source: Palladium-Item 2010-09-04T17:02:47Z)

Schulz grabs Champions lead with impressive 64

... Pebble Beach on Saturday to take a three-stroke lead over first-lead leader Mark Calcavecchia and Tom Kite in the First Tee Open. The 50-year-old ... after an opening 64 at Del Monte, had a 71 at Pebble Beach. (Source: CBS Sports 2010-09-05T03:04:05Z)

Casino Winner Killed

Santa Ana police Cpl. Anthony Bertagna (Bur-TAHN'-yah) says the 55-year-old man won several thousand dollars at the Hawaiian Gardens Casino early Friday and was heading home with a woman when a car cut him off in ... (Source: WITN 2010-09-04T14:25:18Z)

Mediation To Continue In Ohio-Calif. Adoption Case

DAYTON, Ohio -- A lawyer says mediation has been unsuccessful between a California woman trying to adopt a toddler ... Stacey Doss, has bee ... Read More (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-04T11:47:49Z)

Schulz shoots 64 to take Champions Tour lead

... Pebble Beach on Saturday to take a three-stroke lead over first-lead leader Mark Calcavecchia and Tom Kite in the First Tee Open. The 50-year-old ... after an opening round 64 at Del Monte, had a 71 at Pebble ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-05T02:13:58Z)

Tiger Woods trying to get off the bubble at FedEx Cup

Norton, Mass. -- A chart of FedEx Cup standings at the Deutsche Bank Championship showed Tiger Woods at the top, not unusual considering he was won the cup and its $10 million prize every year he has ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-03T09:18:41Z)

Body of John Arum, son of boxing promoter Bob Arum, spotted on mountain in ...

... spotted the body of an experienced mountain climber who was the son of boxing promoter Bob Arum. North Cascades National Park Spokeswoman Kerry Olson says the body belonging to John Arum, a 49-year-old Seattle ... (Source: New York Daily News 2010-09-04T03:48:13Z)

Viewsonic ViewPad 7 to be announced at IFA

ViewSonic is throwing ... with a 7-inch offering called ViewPad. The tablet will be made official at this year's upcoming IFA . So far, confirmed specs include a 7-inch screen, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, microSD ... (Source: CNET Asia 2010-08-30T04:37:06Z)

Tiger Woods looks to keep going at FedEx Cup

NORTON, Mass. — A chart of FedEx Cup standings at the Deutsche Bank Championship showed Tiger Woods at the top, not unusual considering he was won the cup and its $10 million prize every year he has ... (Source: Deseret News 2010-09-03T01:19:05Z)

Deals of the Hour / September 4, 2010, 8:39 pm

Apple Shows Off Updated Gadgets

People who watch content from Netflix Inc. streamed over the Internet can also access their "instant" queue through Apple TV. Apple is offering rentals from News Corp.'s Fox, The Walt Disney Co.'s ABC, ABC Family and ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-09-02T04:04:54Z)

Obama to offer job-growth ideas

President Barack Obama said Friday he intends ... Obama spoke in the Rose Garden after the August jobs report came out better than expected, showing the private sector adding 67,000 new jobs last month and revising ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-09-04T09:17:30Z)

Army kicks off season with benefit of experience

Rich Ellerson was the new man on the spot at Army with a new quarterback and a new offense. The schedule starts the same this year — a road game at Eastern Michigan — but the Black Knights ... believe at West Point. (Source: Poughkeepsie Journal 2010-09-04T07:01:29Z)

Obama plans new economic aid package

President Barack Obama said Friday he intends ... Obama spoke in the Rose Garden after the August jobs report came out better than expected, showing the private sector adding 67,000 new jobs last month and revising ... (Source: Daily Camera 2010-09-04T23:57:58Z)

Huskers, Martinez power past Hilltoppers 49-10

If this 49-10 NU victory over Western Kentucky, before a crowd of ... the Big Red Today forums to continue the talk all things Huskers. • NEW: Also, see The World-Herald's Nebraska football roster roundup , a data ... (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-09-05T03:04:05Z)

North Texas ready for Clemson's strong-armed QB

... Jackson Jeffcoat, son of former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Jim Jeffcoat, at reserve linebacker ... is the performance of a sophomore: quarterback Garrett Gilbert. Gilbert takes over for Colt McCoy full-time ... (Source: RedRaiders.com 2010-09-04T09:03:11Z)

Surgery ends season for red Sox's Pedroia

... Rangers after shot MINNEAPOLIS — Cliff Lee returned to the Rangers after spending the previous two days in Dallas, hoping a cortisone shot in his ailing back will ... will make his next scheduled start Tuesday. (Source: Denver Post 2010-09-04T07:08:39Z)

Iowa State football opens season with win against Northern Illinois

Ames, Ia. —  Style points don't count for much when you're facing the toughest college football schedule in the nation, so take Iowa State's 27-10 win against Northern Illinois ... A Jack Trice Stadium crowd ... (Source: Des Moines Register 2010-09-01T23:54:22Z)

Army looking for a repeat against Eastern

Rich Ellerson was the new man on the spot at Army with a new quarterback and a new offense. The schedule starts the same this season -- at Eastern Michigan ... including a 27-14 loss to the Black Knights. (Source: Detroit News 2010-09-04T16:55:38Z)

College football preview: Texas QB Gilbert makes debut vs. Rice; Baylor's Griffin ...

... Jackson Jeffcoat, son of former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Jim Jeffcoat, at reserve linebacker ... is the performance of a sophomore: quarterback Garrett Gilbert. Gilbert takes over for Colt McCoy full-time ... (Source: Temple Daily Telegram 2010-09-04T09:10:20Z)

Rosenfels, Reynaud pass post-trade NYG physicals

Quarterback Sage Rosenfels and running back Darius Reynaud have passed their physicals and are officially members of the New York Giants.The Giants say the former Minnesota Vikings were examined by team doctors on ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-04T20:16:04Z)

Army making strides under coach Ellerson

Rich Ellerson was the new man on the spot at Army with a new quarterback and a new offense. The schedule starts the same this year - a road game at Eastern Michigan - but the Black Knights ... believe at West Point. (Source: Buffalo News 2010-09-03T18:22:43Z)

AOL renews Google search agreement

NEW YORK (Reuters) - AOL Inc said on Thursday it has renewed ... We took a very specific tact to this deal," said Tim Armstrong, chief executive of AOL and a former executive with Google. He said AOL began serious ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-02T13:37:34Z)

Ex-NRCC Treasurer Admits to Stealing

Christopher J. Ward was the treasurer of the National Republican Congressional Committee from 2003 to 2007. The Bethesda, Md., resident has been under investigation for embezzlement for some time. On Friday, Ward ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-04T03:55:22Z)

Piper Jaffray Maintains an 'Overweight' Rating on Netflix (NFLX), Apple TV Deal Would Expand WI ...

... rating on Netflix, Inc. (Nasdaq: NFLX ), price target $140. Piper analyst says, "Later today (9/1 at 1pm ET) Apple (Nasdaq: AAPL ) will host a special event, which for the last 5 years has focused on new iPods, (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-09-01T11:44:13Z)

Earl weakens to a tropical storm with winds of 70 mph on its way toward New England

... to the project and a majority saying Full Story » Ex-NRCC treasurer pleads guilty to embezzlement Friday, September 03, 2010 WASHINGTON (AP) A former National Republican Congressional Committee treasurer has ... (Source: Roswell Daily Record 2010-09-04T03:55:22Z)

Husker Game Day: Western Kentucky at Nebraska

NEW: Check out the Big Red Today forums to continue the talk all things Huskers. • NEW: Also, see The World-Herald's Nebraska football roster roundup , a data visualization including the latest recruits, (Source: Omaha World-Herald 2010-09-04T20:23:13Z)

Rosenfels dealt to Giants

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Giants acquired quarterback Sage Rosenfels and running back Darius Reynaud from the Minnesota Vikings on Friday for undisclosed draft picks. The Vikings announced the deal on ... (Source: Jamestown Sun 2010-09-04T13:06:34Z)

AOL signs new search agreement with Google; deal expands partnership into mobile and YouTube

New York-based AOL Inc. is led by former Google executive Tim Armstrong , who is in the midst of a major overhaul at the Web company. Though AOL will not give out specific financial details, Armstrong called the deal ... (Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel 2010-09-02T12:33:09Z)

Cyclones win Thursday night opener 27-10

The Iowa State Cyclones had their first touchdown ... two drives to take a lead they wouldn't give up in a 27-10 win over Northern Illinois at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames. Cyclone coach Paul Rhoads said they came ... (Source: Radio Iowa 2010-09-03T14:12:10Z)

UPDATE 4-Apple makes play for TV market; unveils new iPods

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, at a presentation to reporters and investors on Wednesday, also rolled out a completely overhauled lineup of iPods and the ... has also struck a deal with Netflix Inc ( NFLX.O ) that ... (Source: Reuters 2010-09-01T19:43:50Z)

Cyclones open with a 27-10 victory over Northern Illinois

AMES (KWWL) -- The Iowa State Cyclones opened the 2010 College Football season with a 27-10 victory over Northern Illinois at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames. Alexander Robinson rushed for 97 yards and two touchdowns ... (Source: KWWL 2010-09-03T05:00:59Z)

Obama: New jobs numbers 'positive' but not enough

Obama: New jobs numbers 'positive' but not enough ... WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama welcomed news Friday of better ... Standing with his economic team in the Rose Garden, Obama said the ... (Source: South Coast Today 2010-09-04T15:58:22Z)

Aching back threatens to derail Lee

Rangers left-hander Cliff Lee returned to Texas on Wednesday to get a shot and have his ailing back checked out. Lee was scheduled to rejoin ... Lee's next scheduled start is Monday in Minnesota, but whether he ... (Source: Olympian 2010-09-02T07:18:11Z)

Martinez leads Huskers to 49-10 win over W. Ky

... be leading the Huskers for quite a while. Taylor Martinez ran for 127 yards and three touchdowns and passed for 136 yards in a sensational debut that led No. 8 Nebraska to a 49-10 win over Western Kentucky on ... (Source: Forbes 2010-09-05T03:04:05Z)

Plea deal soon in embezzlement case

the former treasurer for the National Republican Congressional Committee ... the NRCC during a period extending from 2001 to 2007, making it potentially among the largest and longest-running political embezzlement ... (Source: Politico.com 2010-09-01T20:33:56Z)

Giants acquire QB Sage Rosenfels

The New York Giants acquired quarterback Sage Rosenfels and running back Darius Reynaud from the Minnesota Vikings on Friday for undisclosed draft picks.The Vikings announced the deal on their website. They will ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-04T19:11:38Z)

AOL signs new search agreement with Google

New York-based AOL Inc. is led by former Google executive Tim Armstrong, who is in the midst of a major overhaul at the Web company. Though AOL will not give out specific financial details, Armstrong called the deal ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-02T12:33:09Z)

North Texas ready for Clemson's strong-armed QB

... Jackson Jeffcoat, son of former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Jim Jeffcoat, at reserve linebacker ... is the performance of a sophomore: quarterback Garrett Gilbert. Gilbert takes over for Colt McCoy full-time ... (Source: Lubbock Avalanche-Journal 2010-09-04T06:11:23Z)

Texas MLB Capsules: Prior agrees to minor league deal with Rangers

... Rangers after shot MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Texas Rangers ace Cliff Lee has returned to the team after flying to Dallas to get a cortisone shot in his ailing back ... will make his next scheduled start on Tuesday ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-09-03T22:40:25Z)

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