- AP source: Drug clinic founder will talk to MLB AP - 2 hrs 46 mins ago
NEW YORK (AP) — The founder of a Miami anti-aging clinic has agreed to talk to Major League Baseball about players linked to performance-enhancing drugs, a person familiar with the case told The Associated … More »AP source: Drug clinic founder will talk to MLB
- 'Iconic' Ohio St. president retires after remarks AP - 2 hrs 52 mins ago
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Gordon Gee, rehired by Ohio State University in 2007 to great fanfare, boldly declared, "This is Ohio State's time." More »'Iconic' Ohio St. president retires after remarks
- Ronaldo thought he knew it all, says 'Special One' Reuters - 4 hrs ago
MADRID (Reuters) - Self-proclaimed 'Special One' Jose Mourinho had only one problem with Cristiano Ronaldo when he coached him at Real Madrid -- he thought the world's most expensive player was a bit of … More »Ronaldo thought he knew it all, says 'Special One'
MADRID (Reuters) - Self-proclaimed 'Special One' Jose Mourinho had only one problem with Cristiano Ronaldo when he coached him at Real Madrid -- he thought the world's most expensive player was a bit of a know-it-all. Ronaldo joined Real from Manchester United for around 90 million euros in 2009 and took his goalscoring …
- Cameroon skipper Eto'o to miss World Cup qualifier Reuters - 4 hrs ago
By Tansa Musa YAOUNDE (Reuters) - Cameroon captain Samuel Eto'o will miss Sunday's World Cup qualifier in Togo after the striker picked up a hamstring injury in the Russian Cup final, coach Volker Finke … More »Cameroon skipper Eto'o to miss World Cup qualifier
By Tansa Musa YAOUNDE (Reuters) - Cameroon captain Samuel Eto'o will miss Sunday's World Cup qualifier in Togo after the striker picked up a hamstring injury in the Russian Cup final, coach Volker Finke told reporters at a press briefing. "Eto'o... has been recommended by his club to rest for a few weeks. So he will likely …
- Sooners finish dominating run with 2nd NCAA title AP - 5 hrs ago
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — With a loaded lineup and the returning national player of the year, Oklahoma breezed through its softball season in dominant fashion. More »Sooners finish dominating run with 2nd NCAA title
- Serena into semis, Federer ousted at French Open AP - 5 hrs ago
PARIS (AP) — Serena Williams knows, of course, that she's had less success at the French Open than any other Grand Slam tournament. More »Serena into semis, Federer ousted at French Open
- Kings top Blackhawks to trim series deficit to 2-1 AP - 5 hrs ago
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Slava Voynov broke his stick in two with a vicious swing at the puck during the second period. The Los Angeles Kings defenseman's slower shot stayed on course anyway, sliding past Corey … More »Kings top Blackhawks to trim series deficit to 2-1
- Steyn doubtful for Champions Trophy opener Reuters - 5 hrs ago
19:32 04Jun13 -Cricket-Steyn doubtful for Champions Trophy opener CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn is doubtful for the opening match of the Champions Trophy against India in Cardiff … More »Steyn doubtful for Champions Trophy opener
19:32 04Jun13 -Cricket-Steyn doubtful for Champions Trophy opener CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn is doubtful for the opening match of the Champions Trophy against India in Cardiff on Thursday after being diagnosed with a mild left side strain. Steyn had complained of tightness during South Africa's …
- South Korean Lee Jung-su to make long track switch: report Reuters - 5 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Double Olympic short-track speed skating gold medalist Lee Jung-su of South Korea will switch to the long track to keep his 2014 Sochi Games dreams alive, his coach said on Wednesday. The 23-year-old, … More »South Korean Lee Jung-su to make long track switch: report
(Reuters) - Double Olympic short-track speed skating gold medalist Lee Jung-su of South Korea will switch to the long track to keep his 2014 Sochi Games dreams alive, his coach said on Wednesday. The 23-year-old, who won the 1,000 and 1,500 meters gold in Vancouver, failed to make the national short track team for Sochi. …
- Tsonga keeps dream alive, Serena survives Reuters - 5 hrs ago
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - Roger Federer calls Jo-Wilfried Tsonga a "great friend" but received no mercy from the Frenchman who swept him aside in devastating fashion on Tuesday to boost hopes … More »Tsonga keeps dream alive, Serena survives
By Martyn Herman PARIS (Reuters) - Roger Federer calls Jo-Wilfried Tsonga a "great friend" but received no mercy from the Frenchman who swept him aside in devastating fashion on Tuesday to boost hopes of a first home men's winner at Roland Garros since 1983. An inspired Tsonga played like a man on a mission and Federer …
- Puig homers twice in Dodgers' 9-7 win over Padres AP - 6 hrs ago
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Yasiel Puig powered the Dodgers in his second major league game, injecting the kind of excitement that has been missing all season for the last-place team. More »Puig homers twice in Dodgers' 9-7 win over Padres
- LA Kings beat Chicago 3-1 in Game 3 of West finals AP - 7 hrs ago
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings know all about the creeping inevitability that sets in when a team gets behind 0-3 in a playoff series. After all, that's where they put every opponent they faced … More »LA Kings beat Chicago 3-1 in Game 3 of West finals
- Red Sox rout Rangers, Tigers hand Moore first loss Reuters - 7 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Boston's offense exploded for their highest scoring day of the season, the Red Sox pounding the Texas Rangers 17-5 on Tuesday. The Red Sox (36-23) scored eight runs in the first two innings … More »Red Sox rout Rangers, Tigers hand Moore first loss
(Reuters) - Boston's offense exploded for their highest scoring day of the season, the Red Sox pounding the Texas Rangers 17-5 on Tuesday. The Red Sox (36-23) scored eight runs in the first two innings to chase Texas starter Justin Grimm from the mound, and smashed four home runs and 19 hits to win their third consecutive …
- Jake Peavy leaves in 3rd inning with rib injury AP - 8 hrs ago
SEATTLE (AP) — Chicago White Sox pitcher Jake Peavy has left his start against the Seattle Mariners in the third inning because of pain in his ribs. More »Jake Peavy leaves in 3rd inning with rib injury
- Home-loving Kings edge Blackhawks to reduce deficit Reuters - 8 hrs ago
By Jahmal Corner LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Kings enjoyed a return to familiar surroundings as they breathed new life into the Western Conference Finals with a 3-1 home victory over the Chicago … More »Home-loving Kings edge Blackhawks to reduce deficit
By Jahmal Corner LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Kings enjoyed a return to familiar surroundings as they breathed new life into the Western Conference Finals with a 3-1 home victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. Withdrawn from Game Two after allowing four goals in 29 minutes, goaltender Jonathan Quick …
- Orioles get 4-1 win to snap Astros' winning streak AP - 8 hrs ago
HOUSTON (AP) — Baltimore starter Chris Tillman swears he enjoys pitching at Camden Yards. With the success he's had away from there this season, he might be starting to hope his spot in the rotation always … More »Orioles get 4-1 win to snap Astros' winning streak
- Sooners win NCAA softball title, top Tennessee 4-0 AP - 8 hrs ago
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Standing on the field and watching as another team was presented the NCAA softball championship trophy, Keilani Ricketts and her Oklahoma teammates vowed to set out on a mission seeking … More »Sooners win NCAA softball title, top Tennessee 4-0
- Mayberry's slam lifts Phillies over Marlins in 11 AP - 8 hrs ago
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — John Mayberry Jr. is Mr. Extra Innings. More »Mayberry's slam lifts Phillies over Marlins in 11
- Tigers chase Moore early in 10-1 win over Rays AP - 9 hrs ago
DETROIT (AP) — Torii Hunter noticed early on that something was amiss with Tampa Bay left-hander Matt Moore. More »Tigers chase Moore early in 10-1 win over Rays
- Norman gives Wawrinka hope for clash with Nadal Reuters - 10 hrs ago
PARIS (Reuters) - Stanislas Wawrinka will draw on the advice and experience of the man who coached the only person to beat Rafa Nadal at Roland Garros when he meets the seven-times French Open champion … More »Norman gives Wawrinka hope for clash with Nadal
PARIS (Reuters) - Stanislas Wawrinka will draw on the advice and experience of the man who coached the only person to beat Rafa Nadal at Roland Garros when he meets the seven-times French Open champion in the quarter-finals on Wednesday. The Swiss ninth seed, who has never taken a set off Nadal in nine encounters, is now …
- Ohio St. president retires after Notre Dame jabs AP - 13 hrs ago
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State University President Gordon Gee abruptly announced his retirement Tuesday after he came under fire for jokingly referring to "those damn Catholics" at Notre Dame and poking … More »Ohio St. president retires after Notre Dame jabs
- Deacon Jones: football's most feared sackmaster AP - 13 hrs ago
His nickname belied his calling. David "Deacon" Jones was the most feared member of the Fearsome Foursome, the original sackmaster. More »Deacon Jones: football's most feared sackmaster
- LeBron era Heat have big promise to live up to Reuters - 13 hrs ago
By Simon Evans MIAMI (Reuters) - When LeBron James and Chris Bosh joined the Miami Heat in 2010, teaming up with Dwyane Wade to form the 'Big Three', James famously promised "not one, not two, not three" … More »LeBron era Heat have big promise to live up to
By Simon Evans MIAMI (Reuters) - When LeBron James and Chris Bosh joined the Miami Heat in 2010, teaming up with Dwyane Wade to form the 'Big Three', James famously promised "not one, not two, not three" NBA championships. It was a boast that was mocked and criticised in equal measure as traditionalists winced at the sight …
- Richie Phillips dies at 72; led umpires, NBA refs AP - 13 hrs ago
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Richie Phillips, a tough-talking Philly lawyer who became a negotiator for Major League Baseball umpires and NBA referees, has died. He was 72. More »Richie Phillips dies at 72; led umpires, NBA refs
- For Heat and Spurs it is all about now Reuters - 13 hrs ago
By Simon Evans MIAMI (Reuters) - Two teams that were built to win will meet in the National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals when Miami Heat defend their title against San Antonio Spurs in a classic … More »For Heat and Spurs it is all about now
By Simon Evans MIAMI (Reuters) - Two teams that were built to win will meet in the National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals when Miami Heat defend their title against San Antonio Spurs in a classic match-up between some of the league's most experienced talent. The Heat's Big Three of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris …
By Jan Strupczewski BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The pace of the euro zone's economic contraction slowed quarter-on-quarter in the first three months of this year, EU statistics … More »Euro zone GDP contraction slows in first quarter, April retail sales worse than forecast
By Jan Strupczewski BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The pace of the euro zone's economic contraction slowed quarter-on-quarter in the first three months of this year, EU statistics showed on Wednesday, but retail sales in April pointed to continued weakness in household demand. The European Union's statistics office confirmed its …