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Yahoo! Reuters Headlines-General News:

  • 100 Billion Alien Planets Fill Our Milky Way Galaxy: Study
    100 billion alien planets fill our Milky Way galaxy SPACE.com - 1 hr 45 mins ago

    Our Milky Way galaxy is home to at least 100 billion alien planets, and possibly many more, a new study suggests. More »100 billion alien planets fill our Milky Way galaxy

    100 Billion Alien Planets Fill Our Milky Way Galaxy: Study

    Our Milky Way galaxy is home to at least 100 billion alien planets, and possibly many more, a new study suggests.

  • A statue of the United States first President, George Washington, is seen under the Capitol dome in Washington
    New Congress will take fresh crack at old problems Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    The new 113th U.S. Congress, which convenes on Thursday, is set to take a fresh crack at a number of old, and highly contentious, issues, such as gun control, immigration, the record debt, tax reform and the farm bill. More »New Congress will take fresh crack at old problems

    A statue of the United States first President, George Washington, is seen under the Capitol dome in Washington

    The new 113th U.S. Congress, which convenes on Thursday, is set to take a fresh crack at a number of old, and highly contentious, issues, such as gun control, immigration, the record debt, tax reform and the farm bill.

  • State Department: Hillary Clinton discharged from NY hospital
    Hillary Clinton released from the hospital AP - 8 hrs ago

    Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was released from a New York hospital on Wednesday, three days after doctors discovered a blood clot in her head. More »Hillary Clinton released from the hospital

    State Department: Hillary Clinton discharged from NY hospital

    Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was released from a New York hospital on Wednesday, three days after doctors discovered a blood clot in her head.

  • FILE - In this Jan. 13, 2012 file photo, Former Vice President Al Gore, Current TV Chairman and Co-Founder, participates in the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour in Pasadena , Calif. Al-Jazeera, the Pan-Arab news channel that has struggled to win space on American cable television, has acquired Current TV, Gore confirmed Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok, File)
    Al-Jazeera buys Al Gore's Current TV; terms undisclosed Reuters - 1 hr 35 mins ago

    Al Jazeera said it will buy Current TV, the struggling cable channel founded by Al Gore and partners, in a move that will boost the Qatar-based broadcaster's footprint in the United States. More »Al-Jazeera buys Al Gore's Current TV; terms undisclosed

    FILE - In this Jan. 13, 2012 file photo, Former Vice President Al Gore, Current TV Chairman and Co-Founder, participates in the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour in Pasadena , Calif. Al-Jazeera, the Pan-Arab news channel that has struggled to win space on American cable television, has acquired Current TV, Gore confirmed Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok, File)

    Al Jazeera said it will buy Current TV, the struggling cable channel founded by Al Gore and partners, in a move that will boost the Qatar-based broadcaster's footprint in the United States.

  • Sources: U.S. drone strike kills important Taliban commander Reuters - 2 hrs 23 mins ago
    File photo of Mullah Nazir speaking during a news conference in Wana

    A U.S. drone strike killed a Taliban commander, his deputy and eight others in northern Pakistan, intelligence sources and tribal leaders said Thursday. Maulvi Nazir Wazir, also known as Mullah Nazir, an important commander from the Wazir tribe, was killed on Wednesday night when missiles struck a house in Angoor Adda, …

  • NJ Gov. Christie blasts Boehner, Republicans AP - 1 hr 24 mins ago
    This photo combination shows New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, left, and U.S. Speaker of the House John Boehner, R-Ohio. Christie, a Republican who has praised President Barack Obama's handling of Superstorm Sandy, on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 blasted Boehner for delaying a vote for federal storm relief. (AP Photo)

    Gov. Chris Christie's blunt talk has long been one of his hallmarks. But Christie, who has verbally tangled with many, showed Wednesday he's willing to aim his barbs at the highest echelons of his own political party.

  • New Congress convenes to face old problems, and more The Ticket - 1 hr 53 mins ago

    It’s swearing-in day on Capitol Hill. The 113th Congress will convene at the constitutionally required time of noon. Democrats maintain control of the Senate with a 55-45 edge in the new two-year Congress, which means Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., will remain in charge. Republicans continue their majority in the House 235-199. …

  • Obama signs 'fiscal cliff' bill with autopen ABC OTUS News - 7 hrs ago
    Obama Signs 'Fiscal Cliff' Bill With Autopen

    President Obama has signed the “fiscal cliff” legislation into law via autopen from Hawaii, where he is vacationing with his family.

  • 1950s hit-maker Patti Page dies at 85 @ Yahoo! Music - 4 hrs ago
    FILE - This 1958 file photo shows singer Patti Page. Page, who made "Tennessee Waltz" the third best-selling recording ever, died Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2012 in Encinitas, Calif. She was 85. (AP Photo, File)

    Everybody knows that Elvis Presley was the top hit-maker of the 1950s, but who was the top female hit-maker of the decade? Move to the front of the class if you know that it was Patti Page, who died yesterday at age 85.

  • Shooter kills 3 people, injures 2 in Swiss village AP - 4 hrs ago
    Police vehicles in the village of Daillon after a shooting, in Switzerland, early Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013. A man shot and killed three people and wounded another two in a Swiss village, and was then arrested by officers who shot and injured him, police said Thursday. Police in the southern canton (state) of Valais said they were alerted to the shooting in the village of Daillon just before 9 p.m. (20:00GMT) Wednesday. Three of the victims died at the scene and the two injured people were taken to hospitals. A police statement early Thursday gave no detail on their injuries. (AP Photos/Keystone, Olivier Maire)

    GENEVA (AP) — A man using an old-model Swiss military rifle shot and killed three women and wounded two men in a Swiss village, and was then arrested by officers who shot and injured him, police said Thursday.

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  • FILE - In Jan. 19, 2011 file photo, North Korea's player Jong Tae Se, left, fights for the ball with Iraq's player Ahmed Ibrahim during their AFC Asian Cup group D soccer match at Al-Rayyan Stadium, in Doha, Qatar. South Korean club, The Suwon Samsung Bluewings said Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013 it has acquired North Korea striker Jong from Germany's Cologne. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, File)
    North Korea striker to play for SKorean club AP - 2 hrs 21 mins ago

    SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean club says it has signed North Korea striker Jong Tae Se from Cologne. More »North Korea striker to play for SKorean club

    FILE - In Jan. 19, 2011 file photo, North Korea's player Jong Tae Se, left, fights for the ball with Iraq's player Ahmed Ibrahim during their AFC Asian Cup group D soccer match at Al-Rayyan Stadium, in Doha, Qatar. South Korean club, The Suwon Samsung Bluewings said Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013 it has acquired North Korea striker Jong from Germany's Cologne. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, File)

    SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean club says it has signed North Korea striker Jong Tae Se from Cologne.

  • Newcastle United's Ameobi celebrates scoring against Sunderland during their English Premier League soccer match in Newcastle
    Ameobi stays upbeat amid Newcastle slump Reuters - 2 hrs 25 mins ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Long-serving Newcastle United striker Shola Ameobi has seen plenty of upheaval at the north-east England club and despite their precarious position in the Premier League the forward … More »Ameobi stays upbeat amid Newcastle slump

    Newcastle United's Ameobi celebrates scoring against Sunderland during their English Premier League soccer match in Newcastle

    LONDON (Reuters) - Long-serving Newcastle United striker Shola Ameobi has seen plenty of upheaval at the north-east England club and despite their precarious position in the Premier League the forward is hopeful this season will end with smiling faces. Newcastle surprised even themselves by finishing fifth last term to …

  • South Africa's Vernon Philander celebrates as he takes the wicket of New Zealand's BJ Watley during the first day of their first cricket Test match in Cape Town
    De Villiers fifty steadies South Africa Reuters - 2 hrs 27 mins ago

    CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - An undefeated half-century by AB de Villiers guided South Africa to 335 for six at lunch after an improved bowling performance from New Zealand on day two of the first test on Thursday. … More »De Villiers fifty steadies South Africa

    South Africa's Vernon Philander celebrates as he takes the wicket of New Zealand's BJ Watley during the first day of their first cricket Test match in Cape Town

    CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - An undefeated half-century by AB de Villiers guided South Africa to 335 for six at lunch after an improved bowling performance from New Zealand on day two of the first test on Thursday. The hosts, who bowled out New Zealand for 45 on the first day, resumed on 252 for three, but the touring side made …

  • Indianapolis Colts' Andrew Luck (12) throws while pressured by Houston Texans' Whitney Mercilus (59) during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
    Rodgers and Flacco the wild-card rarities AP - 2 hrs 41 mins ago

    Aaron Rodgers has won a Super Bowl and an MVP award. Joe Flacco has been to the playoffs in all five of his pro seasons. More »Rodgers and Flacco the wild-card rarities

    Indianapolis Colts' Andrew Luck (12) throws while pressured by Houston Texans' Whitney Mercilus (59) during the first half of an NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

    Aaron Rodgers has won a Super Bowl and an MVP award. Joe Flacco has been to the playoffs in all five of his pro seasons.

  • Alabama's Barrett Jones, left, and Chance Warmack, right, pose with Obie, the Orange Bowl Committee mascot, upon arriving at Miami International Airport, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Miami. Alabama is scheduled to play Notre Dame in the BCS national championship NCAA college football game next Monday. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
    O-lines paving way to BCS championship game AP - 3 hrs ago

    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Offensive linemen are usually the unsung heroes, the guys who only get talked about when they screw up. More »O-lines paving way to BCS championship game

    Alabama's Barrett Jones, left, and Chance Warmack, right, pose with Obie, the Orange Bowl Committee mascot, upon arriving at Miami International Airport, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Miami. Alabama is scheduled to play Notre Dame in the BCS national championship NCAA college football game next Monday. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

    FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Offensive linemen are usually the unsung heroes, the guys who only get talked about when they screw up.

  • FILE - In this Dec. 6, 2012, file photo, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, right, and deputy commissioner Bill Daly speak to reporters in New York. Bettman has told the players union that a deal must be in place by Jan. 11 in order for a 48-game season to be played beginning eight days later.(AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
    NHL negotiations go late. No union disclaimer AP - 3 hrs ago

    NEW YORK (AP) — Hockey players are sticking together as a union for now and are working long and late hours with the NHL to try to reach a new collective bargaining agreement to get the game back on the … More »NHL negotiations go late. No union disclaimer

    FILE - In this Dec. 6, 2012, file photo, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, right, and deputy commissioner Bill Daly speak to reporters in New York. Bettman has told the players union that a deal must be in place by Jan. 11 in order for a 48-game season to be played beginning eight days later.(AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)

    NEW YORK (AP) — Hockey players are sticking together as a union for now and are working long and late hours with the NHL to try to reach a new collective bargaining agreement to get the game back on the ice.

  • FILE - This Sept. 10, 2012 file photo shows Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis wearing eye black showing the initials of former Ravens owner Art Modell before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Baltimore. Lewis will end his brilliant 17-year NFL career after the Ravens complete their 2013 playoff run. "I talked to my team today," Lewis said Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. "I talked to them about life in general. And everything that starts has an end. For me, today, I told my team that this will be my last ride." (AP Photo/Nick Wass, FIle)
    Ray Lewis to retire after playoffs AP - 3 hrs ago

    OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — It seems almost impossible to imagine the Ravens without Ray Lewis, who has anchored Baltimore's renowned defense ever since the team came into existence. More »Ray Lewis to retire after playoffs

    FILE - This Sept. 10, 2012 file photo shows Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis wearing eye black showing the initials of former Ravens owner Art Modell before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Baltimore. Lewis will end his brilliant 17-year NFL career after the Ravens complete their 2013 playoff run. "I talked to my team today," Lewis said Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. "I talked to them about life in general. And everything that starts has an end. For me, today, I told my team that this will be my last ride." (AP Photo/Nick Wass, FIle)

    OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — It seems almost impossible to imagine the Ravens without Ray Lewis, who has anchored Baltimore's renowned defense ever since the team came into existence.

  • Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett gestures while speaking at a news conference Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 in State College, Pa. The NCAA overstepped its authority by imposing hefty sanctions on Penn State University in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal, Corbett said in announcing a federal lawsuit against the college athletics governing body. (AP Photo/Ralph Wilson)
    Column: Why did NCAA really pile on Penn State? AP - 4 hrs ago

    Piling on is one of those things you're supposed to know when you see it. More »Column: Why did NCAA really pile on Penn State?

    Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett gestures while speaking at a news conference Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 in State College, Pa. The NCAA overstepped its authority by imposing hefty sanctions on Penn State University in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal, Corbett said in announcing a federal lawsuit against the college athletics governing body. (AP Photo/Ralph Wilson)

    Piling on is one of those things you're supposed to know when you see it.

  • Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) throws prior to the start of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game against Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
    Louisville upsets Florida 33-23 in Sugar Bowl AP - 4 hrs ago

    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terell Floyd and the Louisville Cardinals gave the embattled Big East Conference at least one more triumphant night in a major bowl — and at the expense of a top team from the mighty … More »Louisville upsets Florida 33-23 in Sugar Bowl

    Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) throws prior to the start of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game against Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terell Floyd and the Louisville Cardinals gave the embattled Big East Conference at least one more triumphant night in a major bowl — and at the expense of a top team from the mighty SEC.

  • Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett speaks at a news conference Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 in State College, Pa. The NCAA overstepped its authority by imposing hefty sanctions on Penn State University in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal, Corbett said in announcing a federal lawsuit against the college athletics governing body. (AP Photo/Ralph Wilson)
    Pa. governor sues NCAA for Penn State sanctions AP - 5 hrs ago

    STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — The NCAA imposed landmark sanctions against Penn State over the Jerry Sandusky sexual-abuse scandal in a cynical ploy to weaken the university and enhance its own dismal reputation, … More »Pa. governor sues NCAA for Penn State sanctions

    Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett speaks at a news conference Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 in State College, Pa. The NCAA overstepped its authority by imposing hefty sanctions on Penn State University in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal, Corbett said in announcing a federal lawsuit against the college athletics governing body. (AP Photo/Ralph Wilson)

    STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — The NCAA imposed landmark sanctions against Penn State over the Jerry Sandusky sexual-abuse scandal in a cynical ploy to weaken the university and enhance its own dismal reputation, Pennsylvania's governor claims in an unprecedented federal antitrust lawsuit against college sports' governing b …

  • A worker lowers the U.S. flag outside of NHL headquarters in New York
    League, players continue to talk as deadline looms Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - The National Hockey League and locked out players appeared closer to a new labor deal that would salvage a partial season after Wednesday's midnight deadline passed without the union filing … More »League, players continue to talk as deadline looms

    A worker lowers the U.S. flag outside of NHL headquarters in New York

    (Reuters) - The National Hockey League and locked out players appeared closer to a new labor deal that would salvage a partial season after Wednesday's midnight deadline passed without the union filing a disclaimer of interest and dissolving. With the lockout reaching its 110th day, negotiations began under an NHL Players …

  • Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after making a 3-pointer against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Oakland, Calif., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
    Warriors hand Clippers 2nd straight loss, 115-94 AP - 6 hrs ago

    OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry's shooting stroke flowed so smoothly he swished shots without even looking at the basket. More »Warriors hand Clippers 2nd straight loss, 115-94

    Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after making a 3-pointer against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Oakland, Calif., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

    OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry's shooting stroke flowed so smoothly he swished shots without even looking at the basket.

  • Liverpool's Cole celebrates his goal against BSC Young Boys during their Europa League Group A soccer match in Liverpool
    Cole poised to leave Liverpool for West Ham Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Former England midfielder Joe Cole is set to end his unhappy spell at Liverpool by returning to boyhood club West Ham United. "I'm not sure if a deal has been totally agreed. I know … More »Cole poised to leave Liverpool for West Ham

    Liverpool's Cole celebrates his goal against BSC Young Boys during their Europa League Group A soccer match in Liverpool

    LONDON (Reuters) - Former England midfielder Joe Cole is set to end his unhappy spell at Liverpool by returning to boyhood club West Ham United. "I'm not sure if a deal has been totally agreed. I know there have been talks," Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers told reporters after Wednesday's 3-0 Premier League win over Sunderland …

  • Queens Park Rangers' Shaun Wright-Phillips shoots and scores against Chelsea during their English Premier League soccer match in London
    QPR's win at Chelsea can attract new signings:Redknapp Reuters - 6 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp said his club's shock 1-0 win at Chelsea could attract new players to sign for the bottom side and help turn their Premier League season around. … More »QPR's win at Chelsea can attract new signings:Redknapp

    Queens Park Rangers' Shaun Wright-Phillips shoots and scores against Chelsea during their English Premier League soccer match in London

    LONDON (Reuters) - Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp said his club's shock 1-0 win at Chelsea could attract new players to sign for the bottom side and help turn their Premier League season around. QPR are five points from safety with 17 matches left. "(After that result) people suddenly think maybe they do have …

  • South Africa's Vernon Philander celebrates as he takes the wicket of New Zealand's BJ Watley during the first day of their first cricket Test match in Cape Town
    Black Caps lambasted back home for Cape Town 'shambles' Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand's long-suffering cricket fans had further reason to bury their heads in their hands as they woke up on Thursday to find the Blacks Caps had been skittled for 45 runs … More »Black Caps lambasted back home for Cape Town 'shambles'

    South Africa's Vernon Philander celebrates as he takes the wicket of New Zealand's BJ Watley during the first day of their first cricket Test match in Cape Town

    WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand's long-suffering cricket fans had further reason to bury their heads in their hands as they woke up on Thursday to find the Blacks Caps had been skittled for 45 runs in the first test against South Africa in Cape Town. Local media described the performance as the worst seen in 30 years, …

  • Ethiopia's Siyoum jumps to head the ball during their 2010 World Cup qualifying soccer match against Morocco in Casablanca
    Ethiopia's 'Walyas' look to make up for lost time Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - When Mengistu Worku struck deep into extra time against Egypt to clinch Ethiopia's first African Cup of Nations title in 1962, the home victory appeared to herald an era of dominance … More »Ethiopia's 'Walyas' look to make up for lost time

    Ethiopia's Siyoum jumps to head the ball during their 2010 World Cup qualifying soccer match against Morocco in Casablanca

    ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - When Mengistu Worku struck deep into extra time against Egypt to clinch Ethiopia's first African Cup of Nations title in 1962, the home victory appeared to herald an era of dominance for the pioneering Horn of Africa country. While the likes of Ghana and Nigeria fell early in the qualifying rounds, …

  • Maritimo's Rosario challenges Newcastle United's Ba during their Europa League soccer match in Newcastle
    Newcastle's Ba set to join Chelsea Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - European champions Chelsea have been given the blessing of Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew to sign Senegal striker Demba Ba after his release clause was triggered on Wednesday. … More »Newcastle's Ba set to join Chelsea

    Maritimo's Rosario challenges Newcastle United's Ba during their Europa League soccer match in Newcastle

    LONDON (Reuters) - European champions Chelsea have been given the blessing of Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew to sign Senegal striker Demba Ba after his release clause was triggered on Wednesday. Chelsea are desperate for backup in attack for inconsistent Spain international Fernando Torres, who is the London team's …

  • Miami Heat's James prepares to pass to teammate Wade in overtime against the Dallas Mavericks during their NBA basketball game in Miami, Florida
    James helps Heat scrape past Mavs in overtime Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - LeBron James got off to a surprisingly slow start but kicked into top gear to lift the NBA champion Miami Heat to a 119-109 overtime win over the stuttering Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Eight-times … More »James helps Heat scrape past Mavs in overtime

    Miami Heat's James prepares to pass to teammate Wade in overtime against the Dallas Mavericks during their NBA basketball game in Miami, Florida

    (Reuters) - LeBron James got off to a surprisingly slow start but kicked into top gear to lift the NBA champion Miami Heat to a 119-109 overtime win over the stuttering Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Eight-times All-Star James finished with a game-high 32 points and 12 rebounds, and guard Dwyane Wade weighed in with 27 …

  • John Isner of the U.S. serves to South Africa's Kevin Anderson during the men's singles match at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai
    Isner pulls out of Hopman Cup with knee injury Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Big-serving John Isner withdrew from the Hopman Cup on Thursday with a knee injury that dashed the Americans' hopes of reaching the final of the mixed team event in Perth. Isner was battling … More »Isner pulls out of Hopman Cup with knee injury

    John Isner of the U.S. serves to South Africa's Kevin Anderson during the men's singles match at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai

    (Reuters) - Big-serving John Isner withdrew from the Hopman Cup on Thursday with a knee injury that dashed the Americans' hopes of reaching the final of the mixed team event in Perth. Isner was battling what he called "a bit of tendonitis" all week and his withdrawal ahead of the singles match against Spain's Fernando Verdasco …

  • Oregon head coach Chip Kelly address the media, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Oregon will face Kansas State Thursday in the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game. (AP Photo/Matt York)
    Source: Bills to interview Oregon's Chip Kelly AP - 7 hrs ago

    BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Oregon coach Chip Kelly won't have much time to rest after the Fiesta Bowl. More »Source: Bills to interview Oregon's Chip Kelly

    Oregon head coach Chip Kelly address the media, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Oregon will face Kansas State Thursday in the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game. (AP Photo/Matt York)

    BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Oregon coach Chip Kelly won't have much time to rest after the Fiesta Bowl.

  • Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) throws prior to the start of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game against Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
    Louisville leads Florida 30-10 after 3 in Sugar AP - 9 hrs ago

    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terell Floyd returned an interception 38 yards for a touchdown on the first play, dual-threat quarterback Teddy Bridgewater directed four more scoring drives and No. 22 Louisville held … More »Louisville leads Florida 30-10 after 3 in Sugar

    Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) throws prior to the start of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game against Florida on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terell Floyd returned an interception 38 yards for a touchdown on the first play, dual-threat quarterback Teddy Bridgewater directed four more scoring drives and No. 22 Louisville held a 30-10 lead over heavily favored No. 4 Florida through three quarters of the Sugar Bowl on Wednesday night.

  • Ian Poulter of Britain tees off on the sixth hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks
    Poulter seeks final piece in major puzzle Reuters - 9 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Still feeling a little giddy after a barn-storming finish to his 2012 campaign, Ian Poulter is itching to plug the only hole in his otherwise glittering career resume by winning a major championship. … More »Poulter seeks final piece in major puzzle

    Ian Poulter of Britain tees off on the sixth hole during the final round of the World Challenge golf tournament in Thousand Oaks

    (Reuters) - Still feeling a little giddy after a barn-storming finish to his 2012 campaign, Ian Poulter is itching to plug the only hole in his otherwise glittering career resume by winning a major championship. The fashion-conscious Englishman, widely regarded as one of the best putters in the game, has achieved virtually …

  • Syracuse's C.J. Fair, left, drives against Rutgers' Wally Judge during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Syracuse, N.Y., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)
    No. 7 Orange beat Rutgers 78-53; Boeheim gets 903 AP - 10 hrs ago

    SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Jim Boeheim achieved another milestone in his impressive career at Syracuse, and yet passing Bob Knight for second place all-time on the victory list almost seemed like an aftert … More »No. 7 Orange beat Rutgers 78-53; Boeheim gets 903

    Syracuse's C.J. Fair, left, drives against Rutgers' Wally Judge during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Syracuse, N.Y., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli)

    SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Jim Boeheim achieved another milestone in his impressive career at Syracuse, and yet passing Bob Knight for second place all-time on the victory list almost seemed like an afterthought.

  • Florida linebacker Jon Bostic (1) hits Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) hard enough to dislodge his helmet in the first quarter of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)
    Louisville leads Florida 24-10 at half in Sugar AP - 10 hrs ago

    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terell Floyd returned an interception 38 yards for a touchdown on the first play, Teddy Bridgewater directed three more scoring drives and No. 22 Louisville jumped to a 24-10 halftime … More »Louisville leads Florida 24-10 at half in Sugar

    Florida linebacker Jon Bostic (1) hits Louisville quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) hard enough to dislodge his helmet in the first quarter of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Bill Haber)

    NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terell Floyd returned an interception 38 yards for a touchdown on the first play, Teddy Bridgewater directed three more scoring drives and No. 22 Louisville jumped to a 24-10 halftime lead over heavily favored No. 4 Florida in the Sugar Bowl on Wednesday night.

  • Duke's Mason Plumlee (5) is fouled as he drives between Davidson's De'Mon Brooks, left, and JP Kuhlman, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
    No. 1 Duke tops Davidson 67-50 to remain unbeaten AP - 10 hrs ago

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — It was supposed to be Seth Curry's homecoming — then Ryan Kelly stole the show. More »No. 1 Duke tops Davidson 67-50 to remain unbeaten

    Duke's Mason Plumlee (5) is fouled as he drives between Davidson's De'Mon Brooks, left, and JP Kuhlman, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — It was supposed to be Seth Curry's homecoming — then Ryan Kelly stole the show.

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