Deals of the Hour

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

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 11:40 pm

MU defensive back's cousin shot, killed

had just pulled his car into a Break Time Convenience Store at 110 E. Nifong Blvd. when he was approached by two or three people from a group of eight or more in the parking lot, according to Dexter Faulk, a friend who accompanied Hobson and spoke to the ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Giants 3, Phillies 2

I'll offer you the same deal... no Giant fan has taken me up on it yet. I'll bet $50 that the Rangers win the series... and I'll give you two to one odds... meaning that if the Giants somehow pull it out... you'll get $100. If you lose.. you only pay $50. (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-24T06:37:59Z)

Fall Classic champion will be new blood

Neither Lincecum nor Lee have a great deal of history against the lineups they'll be facing. The following Giants have faced Lee: Juan Uribe (11-for-37, two homers, seven RBIs), Aaron Rowand (7-for-25, four doubles, one homer), Aubrey Huff (5-for-19, (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Bryant condos having second auction

the developer will try to sell the remaining units at a second sale next month. Steven Roth ... will offer 11 three-bedroom, three-bath units, most on the upper floors, with minimum starting bids ranging from $1 million to $1.25 million. The units had list ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Arizona State quarterback Steven Threet to undergo tests after concussion vs. California

Brock Osweiler had served as Threet's backup, but Erickson said the sophomore wasn't ready because of a bad back. That meant Szakacsy had to shake off rust in a hurry. The conditions - rain and a lopsided margin - were far from ideal. "There's no excuse ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Kasich accuses rivals of drumming up fear

… I believe we offer people hope. So it's a campaign of fear versus hope." The two candidates mined areas of their strength Saturday as an Ohio Newspaper Organization poll published Sunday shows them in a statistical tie nine days from the election. (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

2010 World Series

also picked up in the Teixeira deal, set a major league rookie record with 40 saves this season. (Source: Sporting News 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

San Francisco euphoric over NL pennant

SAN FRANCISCO -- Car horns were honking. Friends were high-fiving friends, while strangers were hugging strangers. Because of technology, a few fans knew the outcome even before most people saw Ryan Howard watch Brian Wilson's strike three go by him. " (Source: Major League Baseball 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Levi Johnston unsure if he's with Democrats or GOP

although he didn't offer specifics. Palin, the Republican vice presidential nominee in 2008, served as mayor of Wasilla from 1996-2002. She was elected governor in 2006. Johnston says the appearance on Maher's HBO show would be his last interview for a while. (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Prop. 19: Fight over pot starts to heat up

Prop. 19 isn't really what it says it is - it will lead to a great deal of confusion, and it won't stop crime," said Pleasant Hill Police Chief Dunbar, spokesman for the California Police Chiefs Association. "Marijuana may be legalized one day, (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-10-24T06:30:50Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 10:40 pm

Dwyane Wade practices; Heat signs Jerry Stackhouse

Terms of Stackhouse's deal have not been disclosed. ``As a player, I think he proved last year -- coming with the [Milwaukee] Bucks -- that he's a very productive player,'' Wade said of Stackhouse. ``He's a guy who's a matchup problem in the post. (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

Bernard Hopkins, Jean Pascal won't pay

W BC light heavyweight champion Jean Pascal and soon-to-be 46-year-old challenger Bernard Hopkins followed a cross-Canada press tour Wednesday by appearing - in the company of Golden Boy president Oscar De La Hoya - in New York's Times Square to hype ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

UFC 121 upset: Velasquez TKOs Lesnar

Cain Velasquez's camp believed his speed and superior technique would beat Brock Lesnar's size and strength. They were right. Velasquez pulled off the upset to become the Ultimate Fighting Championship's new heavyweight titleholder with a first-round ... (Source: USA Today 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

Archer: Defense's lack of turnovers not making things easy for Cowboys' offense

It's more of a team deal." Former Cowboys safety Darren Woodson sees the lack of turnovers forced in a different light. "Stop playing scared," Woodson said. "I think they're playing scared, playing not to make a mistake. They're definitely a bend but don't ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

Recap: Colorado vs. Los Angeles

Dustin Brown and Alexei Ponikarovsky also tallied for the Kings, who got 28 stops from Jonathan Quick to win for the fourth time in their last five games. Milan Hejduk and Paul Stastny each recorded two goals and an assist for the Avalanche, who lost for a ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

UFC 121: Cain Velasquez Drops Lesnar, Makes Him Look Silly

... Brock Lesnar. Stuff his shots in the first minute, then hit him in the mouth. Carwin looked primed to become the new UFC Heavyweight ... Velasquez did what many expected him to do, he outboxed Brock Lesnar. As we saw against Carwin, Lesnar does not deal (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

Windows Phone 7 is a worthy addition to smartphone market

The big deal is that the home screen of a Windows 7 Phone is a clear dashboard to the information you want at a glance, and for navigation to the things on the phone that matter to you. Unholster it, give the screen a peep, and go back to your life know ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

New champ Velasquez frustrates, outclasses Lesnar

Cain Velasquez pulled a Brock Lesnar on Brock Lesnar Saturday night. Velasquez became the UFC heavyweight champion with a convincing TKO win over Lesnar at 4:12 of Round 1, causing the live crowd at UFC 121 to go in hysterics cheering for the kind-natured ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-24T05:26:24Z)

Devils-Rangers Preview

$102 million deal was rejected by the NHL for circumventing salary cap rules, is tied for the team lead with five points. However, he was held out of Saturday's 6-1 home loss to Buffalo in a very surprising move. Devils coach John MacLean said Kovalchuk ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

Phillies fall short of third straight World Series appearance

He'll likely move on and the Phillies can replace him with top minor-league prospect Dom Brown. But for the next six months, what will be analyzed is the way they whiffed their way back down the ladder — World Series title against Tampa Bay in 2008, (Source: USA Today 2010-10-24T05:33:34Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 9:40 pm

Giants eliminate Phillies to win NL pennant

They're in the World Series. Juan Uribe hit a tiebreaking homer off Ryan Madson with two outs in the eighth inning and the Giants held off the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 Saturday night in Game 6 of the NL championship series. "I'm speechless, (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Miami Hurricanes finally are having fun again

Thank you for taking the time to offer your thoughts. We have introduced a new commenting system called Disqus for our articles. This allows readers the option of signing in using their Facebook, Twitter, Disqus or existing MiamiHerald.com username and ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Rangers knock out Yanks to reach first Series

but he's not the reason the Yankees played without a lack of passion in this series. The blame this year goes all around between lack of urgency, lack of good pitching, lack of clutch hitting. The Yankees stumbled and bumbled through the last 60 games of ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Brewers keep hitting coach Dale Sveum

they lost to Philadelphia in four games in division series. Sveum was not considered for the permanent manager's job, which went to Ken Macha. Macha was fired at the end of the 2010 season, and Sveum interviewed to succeed the fired John Russell as manager ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

UMass has an eye on UConn playbook

Second in a series of occasional articles examining challenges facing the University of Massachusetts. EAST HARTFORD, Conn. — Halfway through the second quarter, Philip Austin still had not touched the crab cakes and shrimp cocktail laid out in his ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Giants to meet Rangers in World Series

They're in the World Series. ''I'm speechless, just breathless,'' Giants general manager Brian Sabean said. ''It's a great opportunity to see what we can do on a bigger stage.'' Unlikely MVP Cody Ross and the pitching-rich Giants reached the World Series ... (Source: FOXSports.com 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Giants 3, Phillies 2

did Ryan Howard get ONE big hit in this series?? One?? He would squirt one to left field with nobody in scoring position...and then when the bases are juiced or RISP...you know what's coming...K!!! That's pretty much what this series came down to, (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Key moments in Game 6

and the Giants celebrated their fourth trip to the World Series in the San Francisco era. (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-10-24T04:29:08Z)

Missouri upsets BCS No. 1 Oklahoma 36-27

3-0) ended a seven-game losing streak in a lopsided series dating to 1998, and beat the Sooners for only the second time in the last 21 meetings overall. Thousands of fans from a sellout crowd of 70,004 swarmed the field before the end of Oklahoma's final, (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-10-24T04:36:18Z)

Grant: GMs refusing to stand pat leaves Rangers, Giants as last teams standing

... Series on Saturday night by knocking off the defending league champion in six games. San Francisco overcame an early deficit to beat Philadelphia, 3-2. Back in July, though, the Rangers needed catching help and had bullpen depth to offer ... 31 deals (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-10-24T04:29:08Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 8:39 pm

Muskogee center provides training for nonprofits

Another major thing that is different from some of the other training that we normally offer is the individualized aspects of the outcomes and the strategy planning." Hisey said the Capacity Building Training Program was paid for with a $62,250 grant from ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Trial tipping in Chuck Turner's favor

Wilburn testified yesterday that Turner's secretary asked whether he had money when he showed up at City Hall in September 2007 to offer the city councilor the $600 bribe on the FBI's behalf. During questioning yesterday by the prosecution, (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Republican hopes to oust incumbent Democrat for Missouri auditor's post

Observers say the present treacherous political landscape for Democrats could tighten the race and offer a rare opportunity to the challenger. "Certainly, Democratic incumbents are nervous about their prospects, particularly in races like the state ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Bye-Bye Bayless: Portland Trailblazers Combo Guard Jerry Bayless Sent to Hornets

The deal allowed the Blazers to free up the necessary roster space to sign Fabricio Oberto, a five-year veteran center out of Argentina who should provide front court depth on a team recovering from injuries to Greg Oden, Joel Pryzbilla and Jeff ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Company sponsorships help keep Charles River regatta above water

The economy was tough and sponsorship deals usually have a two- to three-year incubation period." The regatta doesn't award prize money. Winners in 56 races receive a 3-inch diameter bronze medal. Much of the two days are about networking. Schoch said ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Couple in custody battle accused of paying judge for favorable rulings

saying he would offer a full explanation in court filings in a few weeks ... Wooten won't consider a plea bargain and plans to go to trial, Schulte said. "She's not guilty, so she's going all the way." Roach, whose office initiated the investigation of ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Camps for ill children in Oklahoma City are about connecting, having fun

but it's better for me in the long run because you get to offer this to them and you get to see their smiles. I get to see them in good times, so I don't always see them sad." Cavett came to a point where he was raising money for several camps. (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Jayhawks fall to Texas A&M

The only question now deals with whether this KU team will go down in history as the worst Lawrence has seen — an unthinkable question a year ago. Former KU coach Mark Mangino would never have believed this was possible — the players he recruited ... (Source: Kansas City Star 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Files: Iraqi deaths higher than US count

and WikiLeaks declined to offer any details about them. The 391,831 documents date from the start of 2004 to Jan. 1, 2010, providing a ground-level view of the war written mostly by low-ranking officers in the field. The dry reports, full of military ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

UFC 121 Predictions: Jake Shields Over Martin Kampmann

I actually got one right when Matt Hamill got the UD over Tito Ortiz. Maybe that's good news for the UFC newcomer because I've got Shields making a triumphant splash in the Octagon. Though I've been underestimating the Hitman since his successful bout with ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T03:31:52Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 7:40 pm

Homes go for cheap as foreclosures go up for auction

Those looking to purchase homes made off with some pretty good deals. As the housing market continues to languish banks are looking for ways to get foreclosed properties sold. "My guess is that because of the huge numbers of foreclosures banks have to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-24T02:20:17Z)

Obituary: Neibel, professor taught law at UH

and I'd say John Neibel was a runaway, the most interesting and best professor that I ever had." Nader, a 1981 graduate of the law center, described his professor as a disciplined, learned man who made every student feel like the most important person in ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-10-24T02:34:36Z)

Four-star San Francisco on a two-star budget: Penny pinching without the pain

One of the best deals is the museum's Thursday "NightLife," an adults-only evening (6-10 p.m.) with music and entertainment. Admission is $12, versus $29.95 at other times. Details at www.calacademy.org/nightlife. Around the world on Muni Can't make it to ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-10-24T02:34:36Z)

3 governor candidates share ideas for Arizona's economic development

closing those deals and bringing them home to Arizona ... to restrain runaway legislative spending and provide a year-in-advance (which gains through investment) budget to keep it running without sudden crisis situations. Brewer: Arizona needs to complete ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-24T02:34:36Z)

Blazers add another asset to trade chest

it appears the Blazers gained a strong asset to utilize in future deals. If Bayless wasn't going to be a fringe rotation player anyway, clearing the roster spot and getting a plum asset makes the deal a no-brainer. Keep an eye on that asset. Portland, (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-24T02:34:36Z)

UFC 121 Preview: Jake Shields Vs. Martin Kampmann

The main card is about to kick off on Pay-Per-View and, if you're ever gonna plop down the cash, this is a pretty good time to do so because there are a plethora of intriguing contests between evenly matched opponents. One of those is Shieids in his UFC ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T02:27:27Z)

Wayne State upsets sixth-ranked Hillsdale

2-1) outscored Kalamazoo 31-7 in the second half to pull away as quarterback Mike McGee threw for 310 yards and five touchdowns passes. McGee ended 21 for 31 with no interceptions. Mitch Gabriele caught 12 passes for 162 yards and a pair of touchdowns, (Source: Detroit News 2010-10-24T02:34:36Z)

Keating running on long career in public office

The toughest criticism of Keating's tenure came in a 2005 analysis by the Patriot-Ledger showing that Keating's office was more likely to reach plea deals than the Plymouth district attorney's office, and that perpetrators charged with rape in ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-24T02:34:36Z)

PharmaVentures Adopts Navatar M&A CRM Solution Built on Salesforce.com's Force.com ...

a specialist advisory firm and a world leader in deals and alliances, has selected Navatar's M&A Cloud to manage their due diligence process & monitor deal progress. Navatar's M&A provides functionality and workflows that investment bankers and M&A ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-24T02:20:17Z)

UFC 121 Live Stream: Watch UFC 121 Online

If the PPV ticket isn't your cup o' tea, you can watch UFC 121 online through UFC.com, Yahoo, or even on your iPhone (what CAN'T you do on those things?). No promises regarding possible plug-ins that might be required or any other such caveats. Here's the ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T02:27:27Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 6:40 pm

Dugouts empty in third inning of Game 6

Thank you for taking the time to offer your thoughts. We have introduced a new commenting system called Disqus for our articles. This allows readers the option of signing in using their Facebook, Twitter, Disqus or existing MiamiHerald.com username and ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-24T01:23:01Z)

Gearing up for UFC 121: Lesnar v. Velasquez

Brock Lesnar will enter the Octagon at Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., Saturday night to defend his UFC heavyweight title against undefeated Cain Velasquez. The Star Tribune will offer readers full access to Saturday's event. I'm cageside in Anaheim. (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-24T01:15:52Z)

Weekend wrap: Sens trade search, Bruins' cap issues, Erik Ersberg's deal

But the league watches these closely to make sure there aren't "pre-cooked deals" between clubs that would effectively constitute trades ... If the sale of the team does indeed go through to Chicago investor Matthew Hulsizer, the feeling in and around the ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-24T01:23:01Z)

Miller has 26 saves as Sabres crush Devils 6-1

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Can Rangers do this again? New contracts for Cliff Lee, Ron Washington will kickstart future

No offer has been made to Washington, contrary to a report that surfaced last week. But he has nothing to worry about, said Daniels and managing partner/CEO Chuck Greenberg. "I'm no different than anyone else: I want security," Washington said. " (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-10-24T01:08:42Z)

UFC 121 Results: Daniel Roberts Beats Mike Guymon

Roberts ends the streak of split decisions at two by submitting Guymon via anaconda choke after only 73 seconds. That's two wins in a row for Ninja since his defeat at the hands of John Howard and there's apparently bad blood between the two explosive ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T01:30:11Z)

Northeastern gets site for dorm in YMCA deal

though Northeastern will have the right of first offer if the YMCA decides to sell it ... Washington praised the tentative sale, saying it will give the YMCA needed cash. He plans to review how the Boston YMCA can improve its mission and service to the ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-24T01:37:20Z)

The Point After with Scott DeCamp: Highlights from Week 9 of prep football

The Gazette would like to offer hearty thanks to the numerous volunteers who have reported prep football scores and stats under the tightest of deadlines throughout the season. Those people include, but are not limited to: Chad Corbett (Allegan), Jonathan ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-10-24T01:15:52Z)

Grads walk away from majors

many organizations human-resources departments offer some type of learning program, such as on-site classes at your company, out-of state seminars or reimbursement for graduate school. -  Leverage the Web. Explore Internet sites that offer learning ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-24T01:08:42Z)

Modern House Call helps needy women with health issues

The main event Tuesday sells out as quickly as tickets are placed on sale. About 14,000 are expected to attend that day-long main event, featuring first lady Michelle Obama, Vice President Joe Biden's wife, Dr. Jill Biden, Schwarzenegger, retired U. (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-10-24T01:23:01Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 5:40 pm

Voting with little joy

It was really one of those lesser of two evils kind of deals," said Serrano, 23, a former UC Berkeley Republican Club member who plans, reluctantly, to vote for Brown. Serrano said he feels "just as disaffected" now as he did when the campaign began. (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-24T00:32:55Z)

Cain Velasquez of Yuma, exclusive Q&A before UFC title bout tonight vs. Brock Lesnar

UFC heavyweight champ Brock Lesnar on pay-per-view. If you missed it, here's our story on Velasquez when we caught up with him for a 1-on-1 session in Los Angeles last Sunday. Here's the rest of that interview below: (Follow Tapped In (this here blog) on ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-10-24T00:18:36Z)

Blazers trade Jerryd Bayless to Hornets for pick

agreeing Saturday to deal guard Jerryd Bayless to the New Orleans Hornets for a conditional future first-round pick, according to sources close to the situation. Sources with knowledge of the deal told ESPN.com that Bayless -- who has struggled for playing ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-24T00:32:55Z)

NLCS Game 6: Jimmy Rollins Moved To Leadoff Spot, Phils Take Early Lead

Left-hander pitcher Jonathan Sanchez of the San Francisco Giants is seeing a little different look to the Philadelphia Phillies lineup tonight in Game 6. The Phillies moved shortstop Jimmy Rolllins to the lead off position to try and jump start the offense ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T00:32:55Z)

'Real World' alum makes splash with his L.A. art

Brett told Deanna: 'I'll never do it again' There's a great Minneapolis deal on paintings by Los Angeles-based artist Norman Korpi, better known to some as a "Real World" cast member . Four paintings from Korpi's "Twilight" series were recently sold by the L. (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-24T00:18:36Z)

Oregon vs SEC champion NEEDS TO HAPPEN!!!

who knows what kind of voodoo deals Les Miles has struck down in Louisiana... For everyone that says the SEC is down this year, I would argue that Florida is down, the rest of the SEC is marginally different if at all. As for the Big Ten, I think Iowa is ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-24T00:18:36Z)

Letters: That Wide Income Gap

For a time after the New Deal, when capitalists forgot this insight, unions made corporations share profits with workers. The Federal Reserve has now reduced interest rates to near zero. Corporations are sitting on tons of cash. But they will not invest ... (Source: New York Times 2010-10-24T00:32:55Z)

Sources: Blazers to deal Jerryd Bayless

agreeing Saturday to deal guard Jerryd Bayless to the New Orleans Hornets for a conditional future first-round pick, according to sources close to the situation. Sources with knowledge of the deal told ESPN.com that Bayless -- who has struggled for playing ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-24T00:18:36Z)

UFC 121 Results: Brock Lesnar Vs. Cain Velasquez Fight Card Reactions, Analysis

UFC 121 and Brock Lesnar 's epic clash with Cain Velasquez are only hours away. Well, to be perfectly honest, the non-televised portion of the preliminary card has already started with John Madsen scoring a first-round technical knockout of Gilbert Yvel ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-24T00:18:36Z)

East Grand Rapids field hockey team routs Farmington United in state playoffs

We are Division III champions this year and that's a big deal," Brondyk said. "This team is better than any team East has had so far, and we're hoping to go a long way into the playoffs." Michigan's 23 high school field hockey teams are divided ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-10-24T00:18:36Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 4:40 pm

Energy forecast brings a chill

We don't offer that anymore. Most dealers don't,'' he said. The reason: For four of the last six years, heating oil prices have gone down over the course of the winter, saddling "locked in'' customers with higher rates, and dealers with ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

King County sheriff seeks greater voice in bargaining

The union is entitled to bargain over wages, hours and working conditions with a single bargaining agent," he said ... County Executive Dow Constantine cannot offer an opinion on a ballot measure, Abe said. Former Executives Gary Locke and Randy Revelle ... (Source: Seattle Times 2010-10-23T23:28:29Z)

Wedding caps tough year

both of them thought that this could be the real deal. The Lake Elsinore Outlets, south of Los Angeles, doesn't exactly scream "wedding venue." The mall's marketing team, however, thinks otherwise. Wanting to put a courtyard and gazebo to better use, (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

The Key To Cleaning Up At Poker? Quantum Physics

Being able to deal with extended periods of bad luck or things not going well is something that's also required to be a physicist," Harvey says. "I think there is an element of emotional control that perhaps physicists learn." Math Folds, Physics Holds It ... (Source: NPR News 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

Nader Shabahangi, CEO, AgeSong assisted living

to the credit card offer that came in the mail to help with a down payment, "It all just came together," he said. Fifteen years later, the result is five communities, including a modern, concierge-style building opened this year in Emeryville. Their goal ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

Trial of Guantanamo celebrity' Omar Khadr resumes Monday

to this remote base for Monday's resumption of the trial amid reports of a looming plea deal that would give him a shortened sentence ... Thank you for taking the time to offer your thoughts. We have introduced a new commenting system called Disqus for our ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-23T23:28:29Z)

No. 14 Nebraska outlasts No. 17 Cowboys 51-41

Thank you for taking the time to offer your thoughts. We have introduced a new commenting system called Disqus for our articles. This allows readers the option of signing in using their Facebook, Twitter, Disqus or existing MiamiHerald.com username and ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

All-natural bedbug sprays have little bite

They are the worst insects that we've ever had to deal with in an urban environment." As worry about bedbugs grows, it's no surprise that many people are taking pest control into their own hands. Do-it-yourself exterminators can choose from many different ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

What's So Bad About Bedbugs?

big deal—you catch it and you throw it outside." I started to try to talk sense into her, but Cassandra said, "Speaking of bedbugs, maybe we should check the traps in the guest room." Bedbugs scare us so much because, unlike mosquitoes, chiggers, (Source: Time 2010-10-23T23:28:29Z)

Landing Clients Is Hit or Miss

Henry says he made his first sale for his New York organic-food venture, Fig Food Company, by cold-calling a buyer for a national grocer and repeatedly following up. Mr. Henry, who had been laid off from an executive post at a wine and spirits manufacturer, (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-23T23:35:39Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 3:39 pm

NFL Needs To Protect Its League Before It's Too Late

At last, the richest enterprise in sports has become medically aware of head injuries, a health issue that can risk long-term dangers to the brain. If an athlete suffers a concussion from a helmet-to-helmet blow, the league should respond proactively and ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

To sea or not to sea

probably with a boat sometime late last week and has spent a full week terrorizing carp and perch," said Tony LaCasse, a spokesman for New England Aquarium. The slippery interloper finally was cornered yesterday in the Charles River Dam's boat locks ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

Brady volunteers the Hoosier card

Figures released last week showed that Tennessee's unemployment rate had fallen to 9.4 percent. That's lower than the national rate of 9.6 percent. Illinois' dropped slightly to 9.9 percent and Indiana's dipped to 10.1 percent. Comparing the broad range of ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

Missouri vs. Oklahoma

The Tigers had seven sacks in last Saturday's 30-9 win over Texas A&M, which came in averaging 35.0 points, and they expect to have top pass rusher Aldon Smith back for this contest. Smith, the Big 12 freshman the year last season after setting a school ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-10-23T22:38:23Z)

Iowa State becomes latest to upset Longhorns in Texas

Many figured that playing five of their last six games at home would be a good thing for Texas. The Longhorns had talked about redeeming themselves after a 34-12 home loss against UCLA on Sept. 25. But just like UCLA did, the Cyclones (4-4, 2-2) jumped on ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

Leaked Iraq war files portray weak, divided nation

Iraq's security forces are going to be much less capable in December 2011 — when the last U.S. troops are scheduled to depart — than was planned when the Bush administration negotiated the withdrawal agreement just two years ago. AP National Security ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

Jerry Stackhouse Inks Deal With Miami Heat

Stackhouse was in Miami to workout Friday, and the team liked what it saw from the 15-year veteran. He has averaged 18 ppg during his career, but hasn't averaged more than 13 ppg a season during his last five years in the league. Stackhouse spent last ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

Washington Wizards center Kevin Seraphin waiting for instincts to kick in

And while Andray Blatche and Hilton Armstrong have tried to assist him and offer advice, Seraphin said that it has helped to have another French-speaking teammate in fellow rookie Hamady Ndiaye for the times when he gets really lost. "With guys like that, (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-23T22:38:23Z)

Chelsea moves five points clear at top of English Premier League -- Sky Sports

which only secured promotion to the EPL at the end of last season, climbed to fourth in the table as it hit back from a goal down to secure a 2-1 home success over Fulham. Zoltan Gera's low drive from the edge of the box was tipped onto the post by Scott ... (Source: New York Post 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

G.O.P. Is Poised to Seize House, if Not Senate

But Republicans have placed enough seats into play that Democrats now seem likely to give up many of the gains they made in the last two election cycles, leaving Washington on the brink of a substantial shift in the balance of power. The final nine days of ... (Source: New York Times 2010-10-23T22:31:13Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 2:40 pm

At Cape rally, Perry doesn't speak; Baker keeps it short

He's the real deal," said Menino, adding in an interview that his campaign team is helping the governor. "No question about it." Patrick later met with volunteers in Wellesley and Sharon before attending a rally outside a Democratic Party office in Brockton. (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-23T21:33:57Z)

UFC 121: What Martin Kampmann Must Do To Beat Jake Shields

Velasquez tonight? The headliner for the UFC 121 event features Brock Lesnar against Cain Valasquez – and love ... Shields signed a deal to compete in UFC's Welterweight division. So what does all this mean for Martin Kampmann? Pretty much that not ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-23T21:33:57Z)

With Kinect, Microsoft Aims for a Game Changer

big deal," says Steven A. Ballmer , Microsoft's chief executive. "There's nothing like it on the market." Where Apple popularized touch-screen technology, Microsoft intends to bombard the consumer market with its gesture and voice offerings. (Source: New York Times 2010-10-23T21:26:48Z)

Sell it yourself and save

holding up a deal while the seller continues to pay the mortgage. This is part of the reason, Bremis says, you should make sure your purchase and sale agreement includes deadlines – for the inspection, the mortgage application, the mortgage commitment, (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-23T21:33:57Z)

Busch laments short-track 'disrespect'

it's a big deal," Hornaday said. "I'm pretty manly about stuff, and I've won championships and not cried, but I had a tear in my eye today." Hornaday has won 47 truck series races and four championships, both series highs. HEAD GAMES: Count Jeff Gordon ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-23T21:19:38Z)

Pierced Fans, Stiff Cadres and Hip Rock

The incongruity of security agents facilitating the sale of cannabis-themed merchandise was not lost on the festival's organizer, Zhang Fan. "The government used to see rock fans as something akin to a devastating flood or an invasion of savage beasts ... (Source: New York Times 2010-10-23T21:26:48Z)

Lockout Looming: The NBA Could Be Up for Contraction

The labor deal is set to expire on June 30. The labor deal is between the league and the players. Stern says he wants league salary costs slashed off by one-third. With all of this, the league could go into a lockout for the 2011-12 season, executive ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-23T21:19:38Z)

Quade likes his regular-guy life

How you deal with that is going to be all important. I recognize that." (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-23T21:26:48Z)

'Fair Game' star Naomi Watts really knows her character, Valerie Plame

Although Joe Wilson's report concluded there was no evidence of a uranium sale, Bush and other administration officials continued to publicly cite the sale as a fact. In July 2003, Wilson wrote an op-ed piece for the New York Times describing his findings, (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-23T21:19:38Z)

Family, friends mourn toddlers in bathtub deaths

We can't deal with the sin of another man's heart. But as you look for answers, and as some of you seek justice, also remember to seek the Lord." The boy's casket was surrounded by stuffed animals, toys, books, photos of the smiling baby, and a card hand ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-10-23T21:33:57Z)

Deals of the Hour / October 23, 2010, 1:40 pm

Women's ski jumping, ski halfpipe among events up for IOC approval for 2014 Games

a parallel racing Alpine team event, mixed relay in biathlon, a team event in figure skating, and a luge team competition. Several, but not all, are expected to gain approval Monday. IOC officials said women's ski jumping may be accepted on a conditional ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-10-23T20:29:32Z)

Cliff Lee -- and some older players of his own -- on New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman's brain ...

How close does Jeter want to come to his frenemy's record deal? Even though Jeter just had the worst season of his career, Cashman has to figure out what is fair based on what Jeter has done and what he could still do. Ronald Martinez/Getty Images How many ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-10-23T20:22:22Z)

Wedding caps tough year

both of them thought that this could be the real deal. The Lake Elsinore Outlets, south of Los Angeles, doesn't exactly scream "wedding venue." The mall's marketing team, however, thinks otherwise. Wanting to put a courtyard and gazebo to better use, (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-10-23T20:29:32Z)

At Cape rally, Baker speaks quickly; Perry doesn't

He's the real deal," said Menino, adding that his campaign team is helping the governor. "No question about it." Patrick later met with volunteers in Wellesley and Sharon before attending a rally outside a Democratic Party office in Brockton. Cahill looked ... (Source: Boston Globe 2010-10-23T20:29:32Z)

Johnson: Drive for 5 has long way to go

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) - Jimmie Johnson has won four consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup titles and is leading the way again midway through the 10-race Chase for the championship. He says a 41-point lead over Denny Hamlin means the race is far from over. Fellow ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-10-23T20:36:41Z)

Real Madrid 6 - 1 Racing Santander

Cristiano Ronaldo scored four goals as unstoppable Real Madrid thrashed Racing Santander to record their second consecutive 6-1 Primera Division win at the Bernabeu. Aside from Ronaldo, Gonzalo Higuain and Mesut Ozil were also on the mark as Madrid ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-10-23T20:15:13Z)

G20 inks economic pact, strikes IMF reform deal

South Korea (Reuters) - Group of 20 finance leaders struck a deal on Saturday to refrain from competitive currency devaluations although they failed to agree firmer language that might have shored up the U.S. dollar. At a meeting in South Korea, (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-23T20:29:32Z)

Alleged 'King of Heroin' enters not guilty plea in California court

Jose Antonio Medina Arreguin entered his plea Friday in Ventura County Superior Court to a charge of conspiracy to transport heroin for sale and a special allegation that the drugs exceeded 40 kilos. The 36-year-old is not eligible for bail, under an ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-10-23T20:22:22Z)

2010-11 NBA Predictions and Postseason Awards: Cakewalk for Lakers?

Don't discount Nenad Kristic or Eric Maynor (and that steal of a deal's) impact here. They need guys that are young and can run. Meet the new and improved Suns. Denver Nuggets (50-32) This record is only as good as long as Carmelo is still on the team. (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-10-23T20:29:32Z)

G20 Inks Economic Pact, Strikes IMF Reform Deal

South Korea (Reuters) - Group of 20 finance leaders struck a deal on Saturday to refrain from competitive currency devaluations although they failed to agree firmer language that might have shored up the U.S. dollar. At a meeting in South Korea, (Source: ABC News 2010-10-23T20:36:41Z)

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