Armstrong ends fight against doping charges, to lose titles Reuters - 1 hr 1 min agoLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong said he would no longer fight doping charges by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, which quickly said it would strip him of his titles … More »Armstrong ends fight against doping charges, to lose titles
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong said he would no longer fight doping charges by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, which quickly said it would strip him of his titles and ban him from competitive cycling. Armstrong, a cancer survivor considered one of the all-time greats in his sport, …
Armstrong ends fight against doping charges, titles at risk Reuters - 1 hr 37 mins agoLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong said he would no longer fight doping charges by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, which quickly said it would strip him of his titles … More »Armstrong ends fight against doping charges, titles at risk
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong said he would no longer fight doping charges by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, which quickly said it would strip him of his titles and ban him from competitive cycling. Armstrong, a cancer survivor considered one of the all-time greats in his sport, …
S. Africa win toss and field against England AFP - 1 hr 52 mins agoSouth Africa captain AB de Villiers won the toss and elected to field in the first of five one-day internationals against England at Cardiff on Friday. More »S. Africa win toss and field against England
South Africa captain AB de Villiers won the toss and elected to field in the first of five one-day internationals against England at Cardiff on Friday.
Paralympic cauldron lit in London AFP - 1 hr 53 mins agoA ceremonial cauldron was lit in London on Friday with five days to go to the opening of the Games which Prime Minister David Cameron promised Britons would "make us proud". More »Paralympic cauldron lit in London
A ceremonial cauldron was lit in London on Friday with five days to go to the opening of the Games which Prime Minister David Cameron promised Britons would "make us proud".
Ferguson rules out more Man Utd signings AFP - 2 hrs 5 mins agoAlex Ferguson has ruled out any more summer signings at Manchester United and insists time is running out for any player looking to leave. More »Ferguson rules out more Man Utd signings
Alex Ferguson has ruled out any more summer signings at Manchester United and insists time is running out for any player looking to leave.
Liu Xiang speaks out over Olympic injury row AFP - 2 hrs 13 mins agoChina's star hurdler Liu Xiang insisted he felt "healthy" just moments before injury ended his Olympic career, as controversy erupted over an alleged cover-up. More »Liu Xiang speaks out over Olympic injury row
China's star hurdler Liu Xiang insisted he felt "healthy" just moments before injury ended his Olympic career, as controversy erupted over an alleged cover-up.
Armstrong's coach hits out at 'unjust' legal case AP - 3 hrs agoLance Armstrong's longtime coach says the seven-time Tour de France winner is the victim of an "unjust" legal case that could cost him his victories in cycling's greatest race. More »Armstrong's coach hits out at 'unjust' legal case
Lance Armstrong's longtime coach says the seven-time Tour de France winner is the victim of an "unjust" legal case that could cost him his victories in cycling's greatest race.
Rodgers leads Packers over Bengals 27-13 AP - 4 hrs agoCedric Benson didn't want to leave. More »Rodgers leads Packers over Bengals 27-13
Cedric Benson didn't want to leave.
Ravens put on a show at Jaguars' expense AP - 4 hrs agoThe Baltimore Ravens probably wouldn't mind if the regular season began a week from Sunday. More »Ravens put on a show at Jaguars' expense
The Baltimore Ravens probably wouldn't mind if the regular season began a week from Sunday.
Springboks a big test for raw Puma flyhalf Sanchez Reuters - 4 hrs agoBUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Argentina's chance of a first victory in the Rugby Championship at home to South Africa in Mendoza on Saturday has taken a dramatic turn for the worse with the loss of flyhalf … More »Springboks a big test for raw Puma flyhalf Sanchez
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Argentina's chance of a first victory in the Rugby Championship at home to South Africa in Mendoza on Saturday has taken a dramatic turn for the worse with the loss of flyhalf Juan Martin Hernandez through injury. The Pumas dream of ending a record of 14 defeats in as many meetings with the Springboks, …
Titans force 5 turnovers in 32-27 win over Arizona AP - 5 hrs agoThe Tennessee Titans' only complaint about their quarterback situation is finding a way to keep Jake Locker on the field longer to get more practice. Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt, meanwhile, will need … More »Titans force 5 turnovers in 32-27 win over Arizona
The Tennessee Titans' only complaint about their quarterback situation is finding a way to keep Jake Locker on the field longer to get more practice. Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt, meanwhile, will need to check the tape to see where his quarterbacks stand.
Tseng leads Canadian Women's Open AFP - 5 hrs agoYani Tseng, who is trying to shake off a mid-season slump, fired a six-under par 66 to grab a one-stroke lead after the opening round of the LPGA Tour's Canadian Women's Open. More »Tseng leads Canadian Women's Open
Yani Tseng, who is trying to shake off a mid-season slump, fired a six-under par 66 to grab a one-stroke lead after the opening round of the LPGA Tour's Canadian Women's Open.
Support grows for ex-Oklahoma State player AP - 5 hrs agoAfter Darrell Williams' brother was shot to death in 2009 in a Chicago neighborhood, his mother and aunt knew what had to be done to spare him the same fate. A promising basketball player, Williams was … More »Support grows for ex-Oklahoma State player
After Darrell Williams' brother was shot to death in 2009 in a Chicago neighborhood, his mother and aunt knew what had to be done to spare him the same fate. A promising basketball player, Williams was hastily enrolled at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater — a town tucked away on the high prairie where a kid from …
- Berdych, Tsonga advance to Winston-Salem semis AFP - 6 hrs ago
Czech second seed Tomas Berdych and US seventh seed Sam Querrey advanced to a semi-final matchup at the ATP Winston-Salem Open with three-set victories on Thursday. More »Berdych, Tsonga advance to Winston-Salem semis
Czech second seed Tomas Berdych and US seventh seed Sam Querrey advanced to a semi-final matchup at the ATP Winston-Salem Open with three-set victories on Thursday.
Zito, Sanchez lead Giants past Braves 5-2 AP - 6 hrs agoThe chants of "Barry! Barry! Barry!" felt familiar. The reason sure was different. More »Zito, Sanchez lead Giants past Braves 5-2
The chants of "Barry! Barry! Barry!" felt familiar. The reason sure was different.
Harrington in control at Bethpage, Woods edges Reuters - 6 hrs ago(Reuters) - Tiger Woods overshadowed playing partner Rory McIlroy while Padraig Harrington stole the limelight by taking overall command in Thursday's opening round of the Barclays tournament in Farmingdale, … More »Harrington in control at Bethpage, Woods edges
(Reuters) - Tiger Woods overshadowed playing partner Rory McIlroy while Padraig Harrington stole the limelight by taking overall command in Thursday's opening round of the Barclays tournament in Farmingdale, New York. Wielding a red-hot putter, Irishman Harrington covered his final nine holes in a blistering six-under-par …
Phillies rally to edge Reds in 11th inning Reuters - 6 hrs ago(Reuters) - The Philadelphia Phillies rallied from a three-run deficit to stun the high-flying Cincinnati Reds when John Mayberry's walk-off single in the bottom of the 11th inning completed an unlikely … More »Phillies rally to edge Reds in 11th inning
(Reuters) - The Philadelphia Phillies rallied from a three-run deficit to stun the high-flying Cincinnati Reds when John Mayberry's walk-off single in the bottom of the 11th inning completed an unlikely 4-3 victory on Thursday. The Reds led 3-0 after Cy Young hopeful Johnny Cueto pitched a solid five innings but he left …
Osasuna land Ghana midfielder Annan on loan Reuters - 7 hrs agoMADRID (Reuters) - Osasuna have signed Ghana midfielder Anthony Annan on loan from Schalke 04 for the season, the Spanish club said on Thursday. "He has a lot of experience, from being an international … More »Osasuna land Ghana midfielder Annan on loan
MADRID (Reuters) - Osasuna have signed Ghana midfielder Anthony Annan on loan from Schalke 04 for the season, the Spanish club said on Thursday. "He has a lot of experience, from being an international with his country and from the European competitions he has played in," Osasuna sports director Angel Martin Gonzalez said …
Smiling Djokovic happy to avoid Murray in US Open draw Reuters - 7 hrs agoNEW YORK (Reuters) - Defending champion Novak Djokovic could barely conceal his delight on Thursday after avoiding the elephant in the room - Olympic champion Andy Murray - in the draw for the U.S. Open. … More »Smiling Djokovic happy to avoid Murray in US Open draw
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Defending champion Novak Djokovic could barely conceal his delight on Thursday after avoiding the elephant in the room - Olympic champion Andy Murray - in the draw for the U.S. Open. The Serb, who will be chasing his sixth grand slam title and second of 2012, landed in the bottom half of the draw for …
Bolt wins 200, Blake sets personal best Reuters - 7 hrs agoLAUSANNE (Reuters) - Olympic champion Usain Bolt ran 19.58 seconds for victory in the 200 metres at the Lausanne Diamond League meeting on Thursday while Yohan Blake equalled the third fastest time ever … More »Bolt wins 200, Blake sets personal best
LAUSANNE (Reuters) - Olympic champion Usain Bolt ran 19.58 seconds for victory in the 200 metres at the Lausanne Diamond League meeting on Thursday while Yohan Blake equalled the third fastest time ever to win the 100 in 9.69. The effervescent Bolt performed the air guitar as he was presented to the crowd before predictably …
Barca fight back to take control of Super Cup Reuters - 7 hrs agoBARCELONA (Reuters) - Pedro, Lionel Messi and Xavi scored for holders Barcelona who came back to beat Real Madrid 3-2 at home in the Spanish Super Cup first leg on Thursday. La Liga champions Real struck … More »Barca fight back to take control of Super Cup
BARCELONA (Reuters) - Pedro, Lionel Messi and Xavi scored for holders Barcelona who came back to beat Real Madrid 3-2 at home in the Spanish Super Cup first leg on Thursday. La Liga champions Real struck first when Cristiano Ronaldo headed home in the 55th minute, only for Pedro to break away and level a minute later. Andres …
- USADA to strip Lance Armstrong of 7 Tour titles AP - 7 hrs ago
With stunning swiftness, the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency said Thursday night it will strip Lance Armstrong of his unprecedented seven Tour de France titles after he dropped his fight against drug charges … More »USADA to strip Lance Armstrong of 7 Tour titles
With stunning swiftness, the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency said Thursday night it will strip Lance Armstrong of his unprecedented seven Tour de France titles after he dropped his fight against drug charges that threatened his legacy as one of the greatest cyclists of all time.
China badminton star Lin eyes Olympic hat-trick AFP - 7 hrs agoChinese badminton star Lin Dan has denied any plans to quit the game -- and even said he would consider going for a third straight Olympic title in 2016. More »China badminton star Lin eyes Olympic hat-trick
Chinese badminton star Lin Dan has denied any plans to quit the game -- and even said he would consider going for a third straight Olympic title in 2016.
Drug testing topic back in spotlight in Bay Area AP - 8 hrs agoAthletics pitcher Brandon McCarthy becomes uneasy each time he is called to the bathroom for a random drug test, even though he's confident he's completely clean. More »Drug testing topic back in spotlight in Bay Area
Athletics pitcher Brandon McCarthy becomes uneasy each time he is called to the bathroom for a random drug test, even though he's confident he's completely clean.
Top clubs lick cup wounds as Bundesliga looms AFP - 8 hrs agoWith the Bundesliga set to celebrate its 50th year when the new season starts Friday, six of Germany's top teams go into the new campaign licking their wounds following first-round German Cup defeats. More »Top clubs lick cup wounds as Bundesliga looms
With the Bundesliga set to celebrate its 50th year when the new season starts Friday, six of Germany's top teams go into the new campaign licking their wounds following first-round German Cup defeats.
Dole Recalls Bagged Salad; Listeria Possibly Found ABC News - 15 hrs ago
Dole says it is voluntarily recalling 1,039 cases of bagged salad after a random sample tested positive for the Listeria bacteria. Dole Fresh Vegetables, a division of … More »Dole Recalls Bagged Salad; Listeria Possibly Found
Dole says it is voluntarily recalling 1,039 cases of bagged salad after a random sample tested positive for the Listeria bacteria. Dole Fresh Vegetables, a division of Dole Food Company, which is based in Westlake Village, Calif., issued the statement Wednesday evening, saying no illnesses...
