Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / July 4, 2011, 12:51 pm

'I couldn't pull out with all these fans here' says injured David Haye

The Klitschko family now holds all of the major heavyweight belts, with Vitali the WBC champion. "I would call us now undisputed heavyweight champions and I am sharing with him a beautiful moment in my life," Wladimir said. (Source: The Guardian 2011-07-03T16:48:13Z)

Sunday Special Cover Story: Iowa sports fans drink a few, but family is focus

Workers can cut off patrons who have had too much to drink and they can offer non-alcohol alternatives. On the Iowa Energy's $1 beer night, the special ended at the start of the third quarter and alcohol sales ceased at the start of the fourth. (Source: Des Moines Register 2011-07-03T19:04:14Z)

10 Best Tactics For Finding Cheap Flights In Australia

(If you really want that kind of bargain, you're better off not having a fixed destination in mind.) 9. Choose the right day of the week to fly In periods of peak demand, it's harder to get cheap flights. Flying domestically, the periods I always try ... (Source: Lifehacker 2011-07-04T19:24:31Z)

Gael Clichy Joins Manchester City to Become the First to Leave Arsenal This Year

Arsenal has confirmed the sale of Gael Clichy to Manchester City for an undisclosed fee, which is believed to be in the region of seven million. The 25-year-old full-back passed his medical on Monday, and it is suggested he has put pen to paper on a ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2011-07-04T18:41:34Z)

Official: Gael Clichy completes his move from Arsenal to Manchester City

"Kolo would pick me up and drop me at home and his wife used to cook meals for me. Patrick was always there to offer me advice so it's wonderful to be back and at the same club they are at." Clichy spent eight years under the guidance of Arsenal boss ... (Source: YAHOO! 2011-07-04T19:38:50Z)

Top dog Djokovic living the dream

"It's really beautiful," Djokovic said. "This success kind of makes you rewind the old days, makes you come back to your childhood and remember what you've been through to get to this stage." Nadal, winner of 10 of his previous 12 grand slam finals ... (Source: fox4kc.com 2011-07-03T21:20:14Z)

Prince William, Kate undeterred by Quebec protests

In a nod to Quebeckers, Kate wore a dark blue lace Jacquenta dress by the designer Erdem. It was the second time during the trip that she wore a dress from the collection of the Montreal-born, London-based Erdem Moralioglu. She later wore a skin 'Vanessa ... (Source: Associated Press 2011-07-03T20:51:36Z)

Michele Bachmann courts conservative Iowa voters on bus tour

Her staff declined an offer for Bachmann to throw out the first pitch; she hadn't had time to practice. One poll shows Bachmann in a statistical tie with nominal national front-runner Mitt Romney among likely GOP voters in the Iowa caucuses. The ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-04T07:14:23Z)

Prince William practices water landings in Canada

William wore his traditional dark suit and red tie. For the third time during their nine-day Canadian tour, William spoke in French and English to address the crowds. "We have both so looked forward to this day, and discovering more about your beautiful ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-04T17:58:37Z)

Nadal Finds Out Just How His Opponents Have Felt

Before the question was finished, Nadal smiled quizzically and arched his eyebrows. His eyes, dark as coal, bored in on his inquisitor. "I know that," he said, adding: "We have to find how I can bother him another time. I did in the past. He's in ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-04T04:22:35Z)

Free Kick: Chelsea's Villas-Boas must solve the Torres problem

At Chelsea, he has already shown the kind of ruthless determination which, when he took over at Porto at the start of last season, moved him to tell two Porto players, who had been figuring in the World Cup, that they were now for sale. At Stamford Bridge ... (Source: Gulf News 2011-07-04T18:27:15Z)

Thaksin party wins Thai election by a landslide

($1 = 30.795 Thai Baht) (Additional reporting by Vithoon Amorn, Ploy Ten Kate, Apornrath Phoonphongphiphat and Praveen Menon; Editing by Nick Macfie and Brian Rhoads (Source: Reuters 2011-07-03T21:48:52Z)

S&P warning adds default threat to Greece's bailout

On the list are public utilities whose sale is sure to prompt public reaction. "Greece now needs to push faster fiscal adjustments and structural reforms," said EFG Eurobank economist Platon Monokroussos. "On the privatization front, it is of essence the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-04T07:00:04Z)

Greek crisis spurs research reforms

Reforms to the inflexible research and university systems, which do not systematically evaluate research quality or offer competitive grants, are now seen as a necessity in the country's fight for survival. "There is going to be terrible upheaval at ... (Source: Nature.com 2011-07-04T17:58:37Z)

No opponents left who can create interest in a Klitschko fight

Just as no one can say with any amount of certainty why the dinosaurs became extinct. To their credit the Klitschko's have fought the best the world has had to offer for the greater part of a decade. And yet the Klitschko era well be remembered as one of ... (Source: BoxingNews24.com 2011-07-03T23:43:24Z)

Prince William and Kate Middleton Met by Protesters on Tour of Canada

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock -- a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T08:55:47Z)

Jaromir Jagr: Spurned cash for Flyers

The 39-year-old Jagr spent the past three seasons playing in Russia. This week he mulled a one-year offer to rejoin the Penguins, his original team, before deciding to play for the Flyers. The Flyers deal is worth $3.3 million. Jagr didn't name the teams ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-07-03T11:54:44Z)

Man City sign left back Clichy from Arsenal

"Kolo would pick me up and drop me at home and his wife used to cook meals for me. Patrick was always there to offer me advice, so it's wonderful to be back and at the same club they are at." City did not say how much it paid for Clichy. British media ... (Source: Times of India 2011-07-04T18:12:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 4, 2011, 10:52 am

Casey Anthony Pregnancy Rumors: Truth or More Lies?

These thoughts make me furious! I do not condone ANYTHING which Casey Anthony has used as excuses for whatever her state of mind might have been which caused her to "snap" and take the life of an innocent, beautiful little girl who she should have ... (Source: current-movie-reviews.com 2011-07-04T04:58:22Z)

Jury begins deliberations in Casey Anthony trial

One was of her smiling and partying in a nightclub during the month Caylee was missing. The other was of the "beautiful life" tattoo she got a day before her family and law enforcement first learned of the child's disappearance. "At the end of this ... (Source: Washington Times 2011-07-04T17:44:18Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 4, 2011, 2:52 am

Party of ousted PM's sister wins Thai elections

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T20:08:39Z)

Google's Six-Front War

This is why the Daily Deals space is so red-hot and competitive, as it helps to close this major, valuable loop. If you search for a restaurant via OpenTable and make a reservation, the merchant knows exactly what drove you to the door. That's why Yelp ... (Source: TechCrunch 2011-07-03T13:56:26Z)

Manchester City Plans $43.5 Million Bid for Nasri, Mail Says: Roundup

City is finalizing a 7 million pound deal for Clichy and will make the Gunners an offer that is "difficult to refuse" for Nasri, the Mail said. Signing Nasri has been discussed at the "highest level" by Chelsea's board and owner Roman Abramovich ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-04T08:25:58Z)

Google gets facelift, redesigns Gmail and Calendar services

Gmail's new theme, known as 'Preview' at the moment, is designed to "strip out unnecessary clutter and make Gmail as beautiful as it is powerful", according to Mr Jason Cornwell, a user experience designer at Google. The theme simplifies Gmail's design ... (Source: Today Online 2011-07-04T08:40:17Z)

Victorious Thai Party Forms Coalition

Referring to the total of coalition seats, Ms. Yingluck said at a news conference: "Two hundred ninety-nine is a beautiful number." A businesswoman with no political experience, Ms. Yingluck would become Thailand 's first female prime minister. (Source: New York Times 2011-07-04T08:33:07Z)

Global PE deals at record $76 bn in Apr-Jun 2011: Preqin

"There was a surge in global private equity deal and exit-flow in Q2 2011, and once again it reached record levels," Private Equity Deals Manager Manuel Carvalho said. The increase in PE deal flow is partially attributed to an increase in larger deals ... (Source: Economic Times 2011-07-04T09:37:32Z)

Chelsea monitor Nasri situation

GettyImages Luka Modric puts a tackle in on Samir Nasri, the two players now on Chelsea's radar Nasri's current deal runs out next summer and Arsenal risk losing him for nothing if they do not cash in on him before the transfer window closes next month. (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2011-07-02T10:44:20Z)

Marriage, July 4th, drug trade, more

We are not put on this earth to judge anyone! Period! Let whoever be whatever they want. Come judgment day, they each will have to deal with it from God, if God has a problem with it. Get a life people. Christians or nonbelievers. God says to love all ... (Source: Bluefield Daily Telegraph 2011-07-04T08:47:26Z)

The Deathly Hallows: Video Of Daniel Radcliffe Bidding Potter Farewell Released

Other stars to feature in the video include Alan Rickman, Robbie Coltrane, and Helena Bonham Carter. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is released on July 15. (Source: Sound-Check Music 2011-07-04T08:54:36Z)

Top dog Djokovic living the dream

"It's really beautiful," Djokovic said. "This success kind  of makes you rewind the old days, makes you come back to your  childhood and remember what you've been through to get to this  stage." Nadal, who had won 10 of his previous 12 grand ... (Source: Stabroek News 2011-07-04T08:54:36Z)

Global PE deals at record $ 76-billion in Apr-Jun 2011: Preqin

"There was a surge in global private equity deal and exit-flow in Q2 2011, and once again it reached record levels," Private Equity Deals Manager Manuel Carvalho said. The increase in PE deal flow is partially attributed to an increase in larger deals ... (Source: Deccan Herald 2011-07-04T09:23:13Z)

Jaromir Jagr: Spurned cash for Flyers

The Flyers deal is worth $3.3 million ... He could have eased into the lineup had the Flyers held on to Richards and Carter. But if they were here, Jagr might be in Pittsburgh or Detroit. "I know it's going to be tough for the fans because the GM traded ... (Source: ESPN.com 2011-07-03T11:54:44Z)

Final days for ailing Cape outlet mall

Most tenants — including children's clothing store Carter's, Dress Barn and Jones New York — have already vacated the mall. The property's owners, Compass Bourne LLC, have requested a demolition permit, but the application has been held up until the ... (Source: Cape Cod Times 2011-07-04T08:11:39Z)

Jaromir Jagr says he didn't expect to become a Flyer

In a conference call with reporters on Saturday, the new Flyers right winger said he signed a $3.3 million, one-year deal Friday even though "there were a lot more teams with a higher offer than Philadelphia." A future Hall of Famer who ranks 12th in NHL ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-04T08:04:29Z)

UFC 132 Live Stream Results: Wanderlei Silva vs Chris Leben

I hope not! So far the average fight length of this night is about 3 minutes. Round 1 I have to say, Leben has some beautiful tattoos. Always impresses me. The crowd is clearly on Silva's side. Silva lands first with a left, and then he starts a flurry ... (Source: current-movie-reviews.com 2011-07-03T02:00:36Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 10:48 pm

Red Sox 2, Astros 1: Beckett overpowers 'Stros

Beckett said he tried not to think about his selection too much before the game. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: Milford Daily News 2011-07-04T04:29:44Z)

Mike Cameron knew time was running out

It would be uncharted (waters) for me, so I don't know what it would be like. . . . There are situations that come about where you have to go with change. And that's something I'll have to deal with when we sit down to discuss that." (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-02T08:06:51Z)

Thailand opposition wins election

"Those were good times when he was prime minister," she added. "I'm just afraid that, with her victory, dark hands will take away our rights again." Yingluck, aware of the criticism that she is, in her brother's own words, his "clone," said Sunday that she ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-04T05:12:41Z)

McCain: Afghan drawdown `unnecessary risk'

Lieberman called the idea that Afghan President Hamid Karzai, NATO leaders and insurgent commanders could talk out their differences at a peace conference "a dream, a fantasy." The senators' harshest observations were reserved for Pakistan, home of many of ... (Source: Missoulian 2011-07-04T04:29:44Z)

Prince William and Kate face anti-monarchy protesters in Quebec

Kate!" after the dark sedan bearing the prince's freshly created Canadian flag appeared. The couple chatted briefly on the street with dignitaries and two of the centre's young clients, Steven and Marie-Pier, just below a banner beckoning, "Bienvenue ... (Source: The Vancouver Sun 2011-07-04T04:44:03Z)

Obama says ending tax breaks required to cut deficit

Obama is locked in a dispute with Republicans over how to bring down the deficit as part of a deal to raise the debt ceiling and prevent Washington from default. Democrats insist that some tax increases be included in a deficit-cutting package. Republicans ... (Source: Reuters 2011-07-02T17:32:22Z)

Prince William, Kate undeterred by Quebec protests

In a nod to Quebeckers, Kate wore a dark blue lace Jacquenta dress by the designer Erdem. It was the second time during the trip that she wore a dress from the collection of the Montreal-born, London-based Erdem Moralioglu. She later wore a cream-colored ... (Source: Huffingtonpost.com 2011-07-04T05:05:32Z)

Prosecutors weigh options in assault case

Prosecutors have a number of options, including going ahead with the current charges or reducing them. They could try to negotiate a plea deal, though it's unclear whether Strauss-Kahn would entertain one. He has asserted his innocence, and the doubts ... (Source: Tampa Bay Online 2011-07-04T04:15:25Z)

Beckett keys sweep as Sox wrap up interleague gauntlet

Beckett got the news before the game as he was preparing for his start. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: South Coast Today 2011-07-04T04:08:16Z)

Gaddafi can stay in Libya if he quits: rebel chief

Previous attempts to negotiate a peace deal have foundered, but some analysts say Gaddafi's entourage -- if perhaps not the Libyan leader himself -- may look for a way out as air strikes and sanctions narrow their options. Gaddafi's daughter Aisha said ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-02T23:58:54Z)

Obama: No tax break is off limits

Veterans of previous budget deals say there's no way Obama and Congress can meet the Aug. 2 deadline even if a broad overall agreement is reached in the next two weeks. First, it could take weeks more for lawmakers and staff aides to implement that deal ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-07-04T04:58:22Z)

Transformers' Sequel Sets July 4 Box Office Record With $97.4 Million

"Transformers: Dark of the Moon" collected $97.4 million in ticket sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the first three days of the July 4th weekend, the largest-ever opening for a movie during the American holiday. "Dark of the Moon," the ... (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-03T21:20:14Z)

Strauss-Kahn Freed on Own Recognizance

A few minutes later, Strauss-Kahn, clean shaven and dressed in a dark blue business suit, walked out of the courtroom into bright sunlight, his arm around his wife. His next hearing is scheduled for July 18, at which time all the charges could be dropped ... (Source: FOXBusiness 2011-07-02T03:49:09Z)

Kate Moss and Jamie Hince honeymooning in Timbuktu

She wants to soak up the culture with Jamie. Kate wants to meet the locals and take in the beautiful surroundings – and who better to do this with than the love of her life?" The newlyweds left their three-day wedding at Kate's Cotswolds home by ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-07-04T05:34:10Z)

Party of ousted PM's sister wins Thai elections

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T20:08:39Z)

Plane truth is presidential demagoguery

More broadly, no one threw a flag on his claim that "every single observer who's not an elected official, who's not a politician," agrees with him on the burning need to raise taxes as part of any budget deal. This is a good example of Obama's ... (Source: Boston Herald 2011-07-04T04:22:35Z)

'Transformers' shape up with year's best opening weekend

Distributor Paramount Pictures said Sunday that "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" took in $97.4 million domestically in its first weekend. That beat the $90.2 million debut of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides." But the domestic haul for ... (Source: News-Press 2011-07-04T04:22:35Z)

'Transformers' has year's best weekend

Distributor Paramount Pictures said Sunday that "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" took in $97.4 million domestically in its first weekend. That beat the $90.2 million debut of Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides." Paramount ... (Source: St. Cloud Times 2011-07-04T05:27:00Z)

Prince William and Kate Middleton Met by Protesters on Tour of Canada

Prince William, wearing a dark blue suit, and Kate, dressed in a grey, fitted knee-length Kensington dress by British designer Catherine Walker, each wielded a shovel as they helped plant a Canadian hemlock -- a tree known for its longevity meant to ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T08:55:47Z)

Ohio Turnpike lease plans bring toll hike fears

It also gives the state's legislature some control over any potential deals after concerns were raised about whether ... "It's a terribly unfair deal for northern Ohioans who have largely paid for the turnpike over the years," said Tim Brown, a ... (Source: CBS News 2011-07-04T05:19:51Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 8:48 pm

Party of ousted PM's sister wins Thai elections

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T20:08:39Z)

Worley to Stutes to Bastardo not how Phillies drew it up

Short term? Start thinking nicknames. Are Stutes and Bastardo the Two Clubs - a powerful opening bid in bridge? How long will they seal deals for the Four, whoops, Three, whoops, almost Two, Aces? PHILS' TOP 10 PROSPECTS AT MIDSEASON Baseball is a complex ... (Source: News-Democrat 2011-07-04T01:30:47Z)

Ohio Turnpike lease plans bring toll hike fears

It also gives the state's legislature some control over any potential deals after concerns were raised about whether ... which is funded through tolls and the sale of gas and food at rest stops. "It's a terribly unfair deal for northern Ohioans ... (Source: Canton Repository 2011-07-04T00:47:50Z)

Third blast hits Egyptian gas pipeline since Mubarak's ouster

Egyptian officials have been trying to amend the deals with both countries since Mubarak's ouster. Dancing with the Stars 200th episode party at Boulevard 3. Off the red carpet: Rick Fox,Emmitt Smith,Michael Irving,Tia Carrere, Mark Ballas. Suge Knight has ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

Finding winner in swipe fee debate might be difficult

Joe Fasula, co-owner of Scranton-based supermarket chain Gerrity's, said the swipe fees cut into the profitability of every sale, as do other electronic fees. A retailer's costs are always reflected in price, he said, so clearly swipe-fee cost is worked ... (Source: Scranton Times-Tribune 2011-07-04T01:45:06Z)

Beckett fans season-high 11 as Red Sox top Astros

Beckett said he tried not to think about his selection too much before the game. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: WHDH.com 2011-07-04T00:54:59Z)

Research and Markets: China Gas Markets, 2011 - Covering Data on Key Regulations, Companies and Energy Assets in China

The report compares the investment environment in China with other countries in the region. The profiles of the major companies operating in the natural gas sector in China together with the latest news and deals are also included in the report. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-04T02:56:41Z)

Ohio budget a big rule changer

State Sen. Mark Wagoner, R-Toledo, said the original version of the bill granted to sole authority on sale or leasing terms to the governor's administration, specifically the department of transportation director. "We fought very hard in the Senate version ... (Source: Zanesville Times Recorder 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

European Council: 'China is taking over Europe'

Both China and Germany have signed 14 new agreements and China inked $15 billion in new business deals, including the purchase of 62 new Airbus A320 passenger jets. While this comes as positive economic news for a struggling world economy, some observers ... (Source: Catholic Online 2011-07-04T01:37:56Z)

Thaksin party wins Thai election

"But, as we know in Thai politics, these deals can fall over very quickly," he added. Some Thais, especially females, see Yingluck's victory as a big step for women in a country where they have struggled for equal representation in government. "I've always ... (Source: Al Jazeera 2011-07-04T00:40:40Z)

MLB: N.Y. Mets 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 (10 inn.)

Francisco Rodriguez (2-2) earned the win with two innings of scoreless relief for the Mets, who avoided a three-game sweep at the hands of the Yankees. Curtis Granderson and Nick Swisher drove in the Yankees' runs. (Source: United Press International 2011-07-04T02:13:44Z)

Jason Bay delivers RBI single in 10th as Mets come back against Mariano Rivera & Yankees, 3-2

Robinson Cano doubles in the 5th and comes home on a Nick Swisher single, tying the game, 1-1. (Andrew Theodorakis/News) "This is enormous," Collins said. "To have the game we had, to battle to the end and to score off Mariano, which doesn't happen very ... (Source: New York Daily News 2011-07-04T02:06:34Z)

African Union Members Agree to Disregard Qaddafi Arrest Warrant

"The ICC is a European Guantanamo Bay. It's only against the African leaders. It never deals with the crimes committed by the United States of America ... and by the European powers ... everywhere in the world." (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T10:00:12Z)

Summer in the city with music

Many musicians who have got their start at Summer Nights have gone on to get record deals and prosper as full-time musicians. One of those is Chris Henderson who got his start in Ben Block's Big Bad Blues Band. Henderson has since gone on to be signed to ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-07-04T01:45:06Z)

Europe debt crisis shadows Fed meeting on economy

The Fed could resume that effort if the European crisis worsened. It could also pursue stepped-up lending to financial firms through its emergency loan program, called the discount window. And it could resume the unorthodox loan programs it used during the ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-03T18:49:55Z)

Thai election results show ousted PM's party ahead

"Everyone is talking about political deals, but no one is talking about how to end impunity, restore freedom of expression and hold perpetrators accountable no matter how high up they are," Sunai said. "Without that, Thailand will never able to get out of ... (Source: CBS News 2011-07-03T14:10:45Z)

Rivera, Yankees let sweep slip away against Mets

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. NOTES: The Yankees optioned rookie RHP Ivan Nova to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a spot in the ... (Source: The State 2011-07-04T01:09:18Z)

All-Star Pitching and a Late Walk Help the Red Sox

"It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction ... ORIOLES 5, BRAVES 4 Mark Reynolds hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and Nick Markakis had a career-high five hits as visiting Baltimore ended its five-game losing ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-04T01:37:56Z)

July 4 fireworks banned for fear of wildfires

And wildfires have charred thousands of square miles in recent months. Some parts of the affected region already ban the sale or use of fireworks — or at least the types that explode or scatter fireballs, such as bottle rockets and Roman candles. (Source: CBS42.com 2011-07-04T00:47:50Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 6:49 pm

Google's "Pi" In The Face

Where are those music deals promised over a year ago? How about the television content deals for Google TV? The list goes on.  As I wrote over six months ago , Google appears to be living in a dream world — and they're edging dangerously close to limbo. (Source: TechCrunch 2011-07-03T04:59:33Z)

Anthony weeps as prosecutor calls her liar

Jose Baez spent most of his four-hour argument Sunday concentrating on holes in the prosecution's forensic evidence, saying it was based on a "fantasy." The judge overseeing the case indicated that the jury will begin deliberating on Monday. Prosecutors ... (Source: USA Today 2011-07-04T01:30:47Z)

Casey Anthony trial: As case draws to a close, is the duct tape key?

She should have reported this death." Baez spent much of his closing argument attacking the quality of the state's evidence, calling it a "forensic fantasy and nothing more." "Reasonable doubt lives here, it is throughout the case, it is ... (Source: The Christian Science Monitor 2011-07-04T01:16:28Z)

Red Sox 2, Astros 1 (adds quotes)

Beckett got the news before the game as he was preparing for his start. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: YAHOO! 2011-07-03T23:00:27Z)

Rivera, Yankees let Subway Series sweep slip away with 3-2 loss to Mets in 10 innings

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. NOTES: The Yankees optioned rookie RHP Ivan Nova to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a spot in the ... (Source: Washington Post 2011-07-04T01:09:18Z)

Ohio Turnpike lease plans bring toll hike fears

It also gives the state's legislature some control over any potential deals after concerns were raised about whether ... which is funded through tolls and the sale of gas and food at rest stops. "It's a terribly unfair deal for northern Ohioans ... (Source: Canton Repository 2011-07-04T00:47:50Z)

Flawless Watney holds off Choi

NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA. — Nick Watney capped off an amazing weekend at Aronimink to win the AT&T National on Sunday, moving him to No. 10 in the world and atop the PGA Tour money list for the first time in his career. Watney closed with a 4-under 66 on a ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2011-07-04T00:40:40Z)

African Union Members Agree to Disregard Qaddafi Arrest Warrant

"The ICC is a European Guantanamo Bay. It's only against the African leaders. It never deals with the crimes committed by the United States of America ... and by the European powers ... everywhere in the world." (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T10:00:12Z)

When a Predator Collides With a Fabricator

France tried to block W.'s spun-up attack on Iraq, but we knew that the French government had a history of making special oil deals with Saddam Hussein, and of favoring expediency over principle. France refused to believe that DSK could force himself on ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-03T14:25:04Z)

Beckett fans season-high 11 as Red Sox top Astros

Beckett said he tried not to think about his selection too much before the game. "It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction," he said. "Obviously you're happy and everything like that, but you still have to go out there and do your job." (Source: WHDH.com 2011-07-04T00:54:59Z)

Rivera, Yankees let sweep slip away against Mets

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. NOTES: The Yankees optioned rookie RHP Ivan Nova to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a spot in the ... (Source: AP - NBC Sports 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

All-Star Pitching and a Late Walk Help the Red Sox

"It's one of those deals where you don't want it to be a distraction ... ORIOLES 5, BRAVES 4 Mark Reynolds hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and Nick Markakis had a career-high five hits as visiting Baltimore ended its five-game losing ... (Source: New York Times 2011-07-04T01:37:56Z)

Ohio budget a big rule-changer

State Sen. Mark Wagoner, R-Toledo, said the original version of the bill granted sole authority on sale or leasing terms to the governor's administration, specifically the department of transportation director. "We fought very hard in the Senate version ... (Source: Chillico Gazette 2011-07-03T23:29:05Z)

Colon comes off DL to pitch Yankees past Mets 5-2

Robinson Cano ripped a two-run triple into the right-field corner, cracking a wide smile as he stood on third, and Nick Swisher followed with a sacrifice fly. Nunez added a solo homer off Tim Byrdak in the ninth to make it 5-0. Nunez also had a pair of ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2011-07-03T01:03:20Z)

Third blast hits Egyptian gas pipeline since Mubarak's ouster

Egyptian officials have been trying to amend the deals with both countries since Mubarak's ouster. Dancing with the Stars 200th episode party at Boulevard 3. Off the red carpet: Rick Fox,Emmitt Smith,Michael Irving,Tia Carrere, Mark Ballas. Suge Knight has ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2011-07-04T01:02:09Z)

Anthony lets out emotions in court

Defense attorney Jose Baez said the prosecutors' case was so weak they tried to portray Ms. Anthony as "a lying, no-good slut" and that their forensic evidence was based on a "fantasy." He said Caylee's death was "an accident that snowballed ... (Source: Washington Times 2011-07-04T00:26:21Z)

Watney is flawless in 2-shot win at AT&T National

NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — Never mind that Nick Watney was the highest-ranked player at the AT&T National, or that he won a World Golf Championship in March. Stepping to the first tee Sunday in a tie for the lead at the AT&T National, he had reason to feel overlooked. (Source: Albany Herald 2011-07-04T00:54:59Z)

Millions head out of town for the holiday weekend

But whether flying or driving, travel experts say there are still deals if travelers are flexible when it comes to where you go and where you stay. "They should be taking advantage of added value deals from hotels. This is free nights, free room upgrades ... (Source: 9News 2011-07-03T23:21:56Z)

Deals of the Hour / July 3, 2011, 4:45 pm

Should Bank of America Seize Bonuses to Pay its $8.5 Billion Settlement?

What about all the executives who made bonuses based on the sale of those securities? And what about the executives who conducted the due diligence on Bank of America's purchase of Countrywide, which led them to take on this multi-billion dollar headache? (Source: Atlantic Online (blog) 2011-07-01T17:04:55Z)

In Strauss-Kahn case, DA weighs limited options

Prosecutors have a number of options, including going ahead with the current charges or reducing them. They could try to negotiate a plea deal, though it's unclear whether Strauss-Kahn would entertain one. He has asserted his innocence, and the doubts ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2011-07-03T22:46:08Z)

Eurozone delays decision on new Greek bailout

That means finance ministers would miss the July 11 deadline, the date of their next meeting by which time Rehn had said he wanted a deal. "A key question, to a large extent, will be how decisions are made concerning the responsibility of private investors ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-03T12:01:54Z)

Greece needs Herculean reforms to secure bailout

On the list are public utilities whose sale is sure to prompt public reaction. "Greece now needs to push faster fiscal adjustments and structural reforms," said EFG Eurobank economist Platon Monokroussos. "On the privatisation front, it is of essence the ... (Source: msnbc.com 2011-07-03T22:17:30Z)

Church's bell identified as that from 19th century lighthouse tragedy

The incident claimed the lives of two lighthouse keepers. But the bell lives on. Harrison says the 650-pound fog bell was purchased at a salvage sale in the late 1850s and transported from Massachusetts to Maine. Fifty years later, it ended up in the ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-07-03T23:00:27Z)

Online Campaign Aims to Help Cheerleader Who Refused to Cheer for Player She Said Raped Her

A second grand jury indicted him 10 months later. Bolton eventually pleaded guilty to a lesser assault charge in a plea deal and was given a suspended one-year sentence. Charges were dropped against two others indicted in the incident. The girl ... (Source: FOX News 2011-07-03T22:53:18Z)

Mets get to Mariano Rivera, then win it in 10th, 3-2

But Rivera couldn't close the deal. Reyes felt tightness in his left hamstring and ... Robinson Cano led off with a double to left, the Yanks' first hit of the game. He scored on Nick Swisher's single up the middle. With one out, Pena hit a grounder ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2011-07-03T22:17:30Z)

BofA Spins Off Its Last PE Fund

Earlier this week, BofA had announced the completion of sale of its insurance subsidiary Balboa Insurance Company and affiliated entities to QBE Insurance Group. The company had inherited Balboa from Countrywide Financial, which it acquired in 2008. (Source: Yahoo Finance 2011-07-03T12:52:00Z)

Cash, Bird lift Mystics over Storm 73-63

(AP Photo/Nick Wass) — AP Seattle Storm's Katie Smith (14) goes up against Washington Mystics' Nicky Anosike, right, during the first half of an WNBA basketball game on Sunday, July 3, 2011, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) — AP WASHINGTON — Swin ... (Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 2011-07-03T22:38:59Z)

Does Motorola Benefit from Google Blundering the Nortel Patents?

On Friday, InterDigital ( IDCC ), owner of a broad spectrum of wireless patents, was up 14.7% – no doubt related to the size of the Nortel deal. Motorola was also up 6.5%; without any other news one must surmise that the gain was partially related to the ... (Source: Seekingalpha.com 2011-07-03T08:34:18Z)

Apple, Microsoft and four others team-up to buy Nortel patents for $4.5 billion

The sale is a big one for Nortel, a company dealing with a bankruptcy. The deal is still subject to approval from Canadian and U.S. courts. A decision is set to take place in a joint hearing expected to be held on July 11, the Toronto-based communications ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2011-07-01T23:45:47Z)

Mets rally against Rivera, avoid sweep by Yanks

The Yankees tied it in the fifth. Robinson Cano led off with a double for the first hit off Dickey, and Nick Swisher followed with an RBI single. An error by second baseman Justin Turner helped the Yankees load the bases, but Dickey escaped when Granderson ... (Source: Eyewitness News 2011-07-03T22:31:49Z)

Lobster hits the mass market with Maine-made frozen dinners

The creations are targeted at lobster lovers and foodies who don't want to deal with a live product and want the ease and convenience of simply taking something out of the freezer and popping it into the oven. The first time Maine Lobster Council ... (Source: Bangor Daily News 2011-07-03T23:14:46Z)

MLB: N.Y. Mets 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 (10 inn.)

Francisco Rodriguez (2-2) earned the win with two innings of scoreless relief for the Mets, who avoided a three-game sweep at the hands of the Yankees. Curtis Granderson and Nick Swisher drove in the Yankees' runs. (Source: United Press International 2011-07-03T22:31:49Z)

U.S. Stocks Surge Most Since July 2009 on Greece, Manufacturing Report

Net income will rise 19 percent in 2011, the data show. To contact the reporter on this story: Cecile Vannucci in New York at cvannucci1@bloomberg.net To contact the editor responsible for this story: Nick Baker at nbaker7@bloomberg.net (Source: Bloomberg 2011-07-02T09:39:55Z)

Bank of America in $8.5bn mortgage settlement

The deal comes after a group of 22 investors demanded that the bank repurchase $47 billion in mortgages that its Countrywide unit sold to them in the form of bonds. The group, which includes the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Pimco Investment Management ... (Source: Vanguard 2011-07-03T22:53:18Z)

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