Redemption on the line for African giants Reuters - 2 hrs 42 mins agoCAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Cameroon and Nigeria lead the list of African heavyweights seeking to restore battered reputations and move closer to sealing berths at next year's African Nations Cup in the final … More »Redemption on the line for African giants
CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - Cameroon and Nigeria lead the list of African heavyweights seeking to restore battered reputations and move closer to sealing berths at next year's African Nations Cup in the final round of qualifiers. Both countries missed out on the last finals earlier this year but are hoping to return to the continent's …
Modell did his part to lift NFL into prominence AP - 4 hrs agoThe NFL became America's game under a collection of shrewd businessmen that included some of the biggest names in league history: Pete Rozelle, Vince Lombardi, Dan Rooney and arguably the most influential … More »Modell did his part to lift NFL into prominence
The NFL became America's game under a collection of shrewd businessmen that included some of the biggest names in league history: Pete Rozelle, Vince Lombardi, Dan Rooney and arguably the most influential of all — Art Modell.
Djokovic puts on a show, moves on to US Open semis AP - 4 hrs agoIf the rest of the week goes the way Novak Djokovic hopes, he'll play two more matches at Flushing Meadows and end up holding the U.S. Open trophy for the second straight year. More »Djokovic puts on a show, moves on to US Open semis
If the rest of the week goes the way Novak Djokovic hopes, he'll play two more matches at Flushing Meadows and end up holding the U.S. Open trophy for the second straight year.
Djokovic topples Del Potro to reach semis Reuters - 6 hrs agoNEW YORK (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic was at his brilliant best as he moved a step closer to defending his U.S. Open title with a 6-2 7-6 6-4 victory over Juan Martin del Potro to reach the semi-finals at … More »Djokovic topples Del Potro to reach semis
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic was at his brilliant best as he moved a step closer to defending his U.S. Open title with a 6-2 7-6 6-4 victory over Juan Martin del Potro to reach the semi-finals at Flushing Meadows on Thursday. The second-seeded Serb stamped his authority on the quarter-final when he edged a titanic …
Woods' rivalry with McIlroy takes shape at Crooked Stick Reuters - 6 hrs agoCARMEL, Indiana (Reuters) - First there was Tiger Woods and Ernie (Els), then there was Tiger and Sergio (Garcia) and Tiger and Phil (Mickelson). Now it is Tiger and Rory (McIlroy) and it shows every of … More »Woods' rivalry with McIlroy takes shape at Crooked Stick
CARMEL, Indiana (Reuters) - First there was Tiger Woods and Ernie (Els), then there was Tiger and Sergio (Garcia) and Tiger and Phil (Mickelson). Now it is Tiger and Rory (McIlroy) and it shows every of sign of becoming one of golf's great all-time rivalries as the young Northern Irishman and veteran American went toe-to-toe …
Pistorius gracious after 100m defeat to Peacock Reuters - 6 hrs agoLONDON (Reuters) - There was more disappointment at the Paralympics for South Africa's Oscar Pistorius after he was left trailing in the wake of Britain's Jonnie Peacock in the men's 100m final on Thursday. … More »Pistorius gracious after 100m defeat to Peacock
LONDON (Reuters) - There was more disappointment at the Paralympics for South Africa's Oscar Pistorius after he was left trailing in the wake of Britain's Jonnie Peacock in the men's 100m final on Thursday. Pistorius, who courted controversy last week when he complained that his opponent's blades were too long after losing …
Nationals sweep Cubs 9-2 in fight-filled game AP - 7 hrs agoNationals manager Davey Johnson figures the Chicago Cubs were ticked off because Jayson Werth swung at a 3-0 pitch in the fifth inning. More »Nationals sweep Cubs 9-2 in fight-filled game
Nationals manager Davey Johnson figures the Chicago Cubs were ticked off because Jayson Werth swung at a 3-0 pitch in the fifth inning.
Orioles fend off Yankees to win 10-6 Reuters - 7 hrs ago(Reuters) - The Baltimore Orioles survived a furious five-run fightback by the New York Yankees in the eighth inning on Thursday to win 10-6 and draw level with their division rivals at the top of the … More »Orioles fend off Yankees to win 10-6
(Reuters) - The Baltimore Orioles survived a furious five-run fightback by the New York Yankees in the eighth inning on Thursday to win 10-6 and draw level with their division rivals at the top of the American League East. Matt Wieters hit a three-run homer to cap a four-run first inning for the Orioles, who padded that …
Djokovic gets past del Potro to reach Open semis AP - 7 hrs agoLocked in a taut, thrill-a-minute second set, Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin del Potro headed to a tiebreaker and produced a 20-stroke masterpiece of a point befitting a pair of past U.S. Open champi … More »Djokovic gets past del Potro to reach Open semis
Locked in a taut, thrill-a-minute second set, Novak Djokovic and Juan Martin del Potro headed to a tiebreaker and produced a 20-stroke masterpiece of a point befitting a pair of past U.S. Open champions.
Brilliant Djokovic through to U.S. Open semis Reuters - 8 hrs agoNEW YORK (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic survived a brutal test from former champion Juan Martin del Potro to storm into the semi-finals of the U.S. Open on Thursday and stay on course to defend his title. … More »Brilliant Djokovic through to U.S. Open semis
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic survived a brutal test from former champion Juan Martin del Potro to storm into the semi-finals of the U.S. Open on Thursday and stay on course to defend his title. The Serbian was at his brilliant best, producing 43 breathtaking winners and scrambling around the Arthur Ashe Stadium center …
Orioles hit 6 HRs in 10-6 win over Yankees AP - 8 hrs agoMark Reynolds hit two of Baltimore's season-high six home runs — three in a wild eighth inning — and the Orioles climbed back into a first-place tie with the Yankees in the AL East by defeating New York … More »Orioles hit 6 HRs in 10-6 win over Yankees
Mark Reynolds hit two of Baltimore's season-high six home runs — three in a wild eighth inning — and the Orioles climbed back into a first-place tie with the Yankees in the AL East by defeating New York 10-6 Thursday night before a euphoric sellout crowd at Camden Yards.
Ferrer gets past Tipsarevic in 5 sets at US Open AP - 10 hrs agoDavid Ferrer needed a mid-match pedicure of sorts. He seemed bothered when his opponent got a mid-game medical timeout. He was down a break in the fifth set. More »Ferrer gets past Tipsarevic in 5 sets at US Open
David Ferrer needed a mid-match pedicure of sorts. He seemed bothered when his opponent got a mid-game medical timeout. He was down a break in the fifth set.
Oakland's McCarthy "stable" after fracturing skull Reuters - 11 hrs ago(Reuters) - Oakland pitcher Brandon McCarthy, who suffered a fractured skull when he was hit on the head by a baseball on Wednesday, is in stable condition after having surgery to ease pressure on his … More »Oakland's McCarthy "stable" after fracturing skull
(Reuters) - Oakland pitcher Brandon McCarthy, who suffered a fractured skull when he was hit on the head by a baseball on Wednesday, is in stable condition after having surgery to ease pressure on his brain, the team said. McCarthy was struck by a line drive off Erick Aybar's bat during a game against the Los Angeles Angels. …
Ferrer survives marathon slugfest to reach semi-final Reuters - 11 hrs agoNEW YORK (Reuters) - Fourth-seeded Spaniard David Ferrer edged Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia 6-3 6-7 2-6 6-3 7-6 on Thursday in a see-saw slugfest marked by gutsy, gritty play to reach the semi-finals of … More »Ferrer survives marathon slugfest to reach semi-final
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Fourth-seeded Spaniard David Ferrer edged Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia 6-3 6-7 2-6 6-3 7-6 on Thursday in a see-saw slugfest marked by gutsy, gritty play to reach the semi-finals of the U.S. Open. Ferrer, who was a break down early in the fifth set, won the pressure packed four-hour, 31-minute quarter-final …
Vikings expect to make Friday ruling on Peterson's status Reuters - 12 hrs ago(Reuters) - Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, who has been recuperating from reconstructive knee surgery, should know within the next 24 hours whether he will play in Sunday's season opener, … More »Vikings expect to make Friday ruling on Peterson's status
(Reuters) - Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, who has been recuperating from reconstructive knee surgery, should know within the next 24 hours whether he will play in Sunday's season opener, the team said on Thursday. Peterson, who owns the National Football League's (NFL) single-game rushing record, has not …
Women's semi-finals offer classic matchups Reuters - 12 hrs agoNEW YORK (Reuters) - All the ingredients are in place for a classic finish to the U.S. Open women's singles tournament with a stellar cast set to take the court on Friday in semi-final action at the year's … More »Women's semi-finals offer classic matchups
NEW YORK (Reuters) - All the ingredients are in place for a classic finish to the U.S. Open women's singles tournament with a stellar cast set to take the court on Friday in semi-final action at the year's final grand slam. The four survivors include the winners of this year's three slams: Victoria Azarenka (Australian …
Column: 'It felt like my head had exploded' AP - 12 hrs agoOver the 150 or so years baseball has been played in America, nearly 18,000 players have appeared in at least one major league game. Only one ever had his career end with the first pitch. More »Column: 'It felt like my head had exploded'
Over the 150 or so years baseball has been played in America, nearly 18,000 players have appeared in at least one major league game. Only one ever had his career end with the first pitch.
Miller, Nelson among hoops Hall inductees AP - 12 hrs agoShe was the first person he called after he got the call. And Cheryl Miller will be on stage to present her brother, Reggie, when he is inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. More »Miller, Nelson among hoops Hall inductees
She was the first person he called after he got the call. And Cheryl Miller will be on stage to present her brother, Reggie, when he is inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
- Ferrer outlasts Tipsarevic to reach semi-finals Reuters - 12 hrs ago
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Fourth-seeded Spaniard David Ferrer edged Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia 6-3 6-7 2-6 6-3 7-6 on Thursday in a see-saw slugfest marked by gutsy, gritty play to reach the semi-finals of … More »Ferrer outlasts Tipsarevic to reach semi-finals
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Fourth-seeded Spaniard David Ferrer edged Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia 6-3 6-7 2-6 6-3 7-6 on Thursday in a see-saw slugfest marked by gutsy, gritty play to reach the semi-finals of the U.S. Open. Ferrer, who was a break down early in the fifth set, won the pressure packed four-hour, 31-minute quarter-final …
McIlroy in four-way share of BMW lead, Woods one back Reuters - 13 hrs agoCARMEL, Indiana (Reuters) - World number one Rory McIlroy birdied his final two holes to earn a four-way share of the lead in the first round of the BMW Championship on Thursday while playing partner Tiger … More »McIlroy in four-way share of BMW lead, Woods one back
CARMEL, Indiana (Reuters) - World number one Rory McIlroy birdied his final two holes to earn a four-way share of the lead in the first round of the BMW Championship on Thursday while playing partner Tiger Woods was a shot back. McIlroy, fresh off his win at the Deutsche Bank Championship on Monday, mixed an eagle, seven …
McIlroy in tie for lead; Woods 1 behind AP - 13 hrs agoTiger Woods and Rory McIlroy seem to be spending a lot of time together lately. That includes the top of a busy leaderboard at the BMW Championship. More »McIlroy in tie for lead; Woods 1 behind
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy seem to be spending a lot of time together lately. That includes the top of a busy leaderboard at the BMW Championship.
Modell dies at 87; legacy depends on perspective AP - 13 hrs agoArt Modell's fingerprints can still be found all over the NFL. More »Modell dies at 87; legacy depends on perspective
Art Modell's fingerprints can still be found all over the NFL.
Hingis nominated for Hall of Fame Reuters - 13 hrs ago(Reuters) - Swiss former world number one Martina Hingis, a winner of five grand slam singles titles, has been nominated for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Hingis, 31, was announced … More »Hingis nominated for Hall of Fame
(Reuters) - Swiss former world number one Martina Hingis, a winner of five grand slam singles titles, has been nominated for induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Hingis, 31, was announced as a nominee on Thursday along with 1991 Wimbledon champion Michael Stich of Germany and Czech Helena Sukova, one of …
Paralympics: Pistorius gracious after 100m defeat to Peacock Reuters - 13 hrs agoLONDON (Reuters) - There was more disappointment at the Paralympics for South Africa's Oscar Pistorius after he was left trailing in the wake of Britain's Jonnie Peacock in the men's 100m final on Thursday. … More »Paralympics: Pistorius gracious after 100m defeat to Peacock
LONDON (Reuters) - There was more disappointment at the Paralympics for South Africa's Oscar Pistorius after he was left trailing in the wake of Britain's Jonnie Peacock in the men's 100m final on Thursday. Pistorius, who courted controversy last week when he complained that his opponent's blades were too long after losing …
Bill Clinton edges out football in TV audience Reuters - 13 hrs agoLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Former President Bill Clinton beat strong competition from football to win the most TV viewers with a speech at the Democratic National Convention that also sparked more than 22,000 … More »Bill Clinton edges out football in TV audience
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Former President Bill Clinton beat strong competition from football to win the most TV viewers with a speech at the Democratic National Convention that also sparked more than 22,000 tweets per minute. According to final data from Nielsen, it was a close race for the TV audience, with an average 23.9 …
Yosemite National Park doubled the scope of its hantavirus warning on Thursday to some 22,000 visitors who may have been exposed to the deadly mouse-borne disease as the number of confirmed cases grew to eight and a third death was reported.
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