Cribbs, Hester make return trips to Pro Bowl

It's not a surprise the Chicago Bears' Devin Hester has made the Pro Bowl as a return specialist his first two seasons in the NFL. The Cleveland Browns' Joshua Cribbs, his AFC counterpart, is another story.

Angelica Huston: On Jack Nicholson, David Bailey and 40 years as a Hollywood style icon

Just up the coast, Malibu has been ablaze for days, but it's not smoke that is making the air in Santa Monica turbid with haze. A perma-fog has rolled in as a side-effect of a weather phenomenon known as the marine layer. Anjelica Huston couldn't have asked for a better backdrop. Black of garb and hair, as strong-featured as a warrior queen, she emerges out of the mist like a Gothic vision.

Special prosecutor appointed to Dirksmeyer case

More than two years after her murder — and nearly seven months after a Franklin County jury found her longtime boyfriend, Kevin Jones, not guilty of the crime — a special prosecutor has been appointed to investigate the death of Nona Dirksmeyer, according to a press release issued Friday by Dennis C. Sutterfield, administrative judge for the 5th Judicial District.

Redskins hire Jim Zorn as head coach

The Washington Redskins hired Jim Zorn as their coach Saturday night, a surprise ending to a monthlong search for a replacement for Joe Gibbs, The Associated Press has learned.

Donny put Pirates in spot of bother (TeamTalk via Yahoo! UK & Ireland Sport)

Two penalties helped Doncaster close the gap at the top of League One with a 2-0 win over Bristol Rovers while Swansea were held 2-2 at Crewe.Aaron Lescott had brought down Richard Wellens inside the area and midfielder Brian Stock converted the resulting penalty in the 62nd minute to give Rovers the lead.

Ahmed Mohamed hires Al-Arian attorney

TAMPA -- A suspended University of South Florida student facing federal explosives charges has hired the attorney who defended Sami Al-Arian and Wesley Snipes. Ahmed Mohamed told a federal judge last month that he wanted to hire Linda Moreno when...

Ahmed Mohamed hires Al-Arian attorney

TAMPA -- A suspended University of South Florida student facing federal explosives charges has hired the attorney who defended Sami Al-Arian and Wesley Snipes. Ahmed Mohamed told a federal judge last month that he wanted to hire Linda Moreno when...

Debbie Clemens reportedly took HGH

Brian McNamee told congressional lawyers during his deposition on Thursday that he injected Roger Clemens' wife, Debbie, with human growth hormone (HGH), according to a source with knowledge of McNamee's testimony.

This is Probably Not How He Wanted to Start His Night

We're going to give Jesse Metcalfe the benefit of the doubt that his intentions were completely aboveboard last night at the Los Angeles club Boulevard 3. Sadly, as evidenced by these pictures, others were not so charitable. It all started innocently enough, when Jesse arrived at the club and greeted friend and fellow actor Taryn Manning. The opening hug was probably fine, but when he ...

Ex-madam Heidi Fleiss arrested in Nevada

Former Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss was arrested Thursday on charges of illegal possession of prescription drugs and driving under the influence, authorities said.

Rick Cleveland Solo, My Buddy Bill , Debuts on Comedy Central Feb. 8

Comedy Central will air the Rick Cleveland solo, My Buddy Bill , which concerns his relationship with former President Bill Clinton and Clinton's canine companion Buddy.

Ex-Bettendorf man, fiancee, win $16,000 on ‘Millionaire’

Chris Bowker, formerly of Bettendorf, and his fiancee, Elizabeth Alexander, walked away with $16,000 in winnings on today’s “Wedding Week” episode on “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire.”

Scottish bagpipes usher in Canada's multiethnic Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year celebrations began here last month with the skirl of Scottish bagpipes, and will wrap up Sunday as Chinese dragons parade alongside South Asian dancers.

Top-rated recruit makes the rounds

One of North Carolina's top-rated recruits, Concord Robinson offensive tackle R.J. Mattes, made five official visits, the most the NCAA allows, as he decided which school to attend. He enjoyed ribs at North Carolina, crab legs at Clemson, chicken alfredo at South Carolina and juicy steaks at N.C. State and Virginia. It wasn't the most ornate hotel or the richest meal that swayed him. R.J.'s ...

Foley's Julio Jones pledges to Alabama

Associated Press - February 6, 2008 2:05 PM ET FOLEY, Ala. (AP) - The University of Oklahoma has lost out on Alabama high school receiver Julio Jones.

Charges fly in conservancy district vote

MERRILLVILLE -- With Super Tuesday come and gone, a local election appears to be creating its own heat. Both incumbents and challengers for seats on the Merrillville Conservancy District board are questioning the ethics of Monday night's election.

County officials expect delay in election results

California’s county election officials are warning that the state’s election results will be delayed, despite bulking up on staff and volunteers needed to carry out the Feb. 5 primary election—a result of actions taken by the Secretary of State last year.

Obama, Clinton await key results in tense Super Tuesday

Democrats Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton traded early Super Tuesday victories but nervously awaited results in key battlegrounds after the biggest one-day White House nominating showdown in US history.

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JOHNSVILLE -- A chase which began in Ohio ended in a wreck along Kentucky 9 in Bracken County Thursday night. On Thursday morning, an Ohio woman reported to police her ex-boyfriend allegedly took her vehicle without permission.

Democrats in dead heat going into Super Tuesday

With a new poll showing their race in a virtual dead heat nationally, the Democratic presidential candidates made their final pitches Monday to voters before Super Tuesday.

Swarmcast and iClips.net to Stream Barack Obama Fundraising Concert Featuring Members of The Grateful Dead

SAN FRANCISCO & MINNEAPOLIS, BUSINESS WIRE -- Swarmcast, the leader in high-quality online video delivery, and iClips.net, the leading provider of free online concert streams, are teaming together to provide a live Internet broadcast of tonight's fundraising concert for Democratic presidential candidate, Barack Obama in San Francisco featuring members of the Grateful Dead. Reuniting for the ...

The McCain Panama Citizen Question - Can He Be President?

With Arizona Senator John McCain going into Super Tuesday as the likely Republican presidential frontrunner, a strange new question about his eligibility for the office has bubbled up on the Net. As someone born in the Panama Canal Zone, is McCain a "natural born" U.S. citizen, as required by the Constitution to be president?

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The nail is a complex unit composed of five major modified cutaneous structures: the nail matrix, nail plate, nail bed, cuticle (eponychium), and nail folds 1 (Figure 1) . The cuticle is an outgrowth of the proximal fold and is situated between the skin of the digit and the nail plate, fusing these structures together.

Boston Globe delivery to resume this week

The Boston Globe said an "oversight with delivery" of newspapers to Boston University dorms accounted for the absence of the broadsheet around campus this semester, in an email to Boston University.

Democrat Slater aims for Pitts’ 16th District seat

The will of the majority of his constituents and what is in their best interest would carry the greatest weight when the time for a vote comes, congressional candidate Bruce Slater said.

Auctioned Audi R8 goes for $425,000 equaling highest price paid for R8 ever

We recently received word that the last of the Audi R8 was purchased by a lucky bidder by the name of Robert Peterson. Mr. Peterson final price for the Audi R8 was a total of $425,000- the highest price paid ever for an Audi R8 to date.

Businesses prepare for the biggest party day of the year

To some folks, Superbowl isn't just a game, they treat it like a holiday. Superbowl starts with one question.. Whose side are you on? "Go Giants, Go Giants!"

Beatdown After the Bell: UFC 81

Please be patient while radio clip downloads! TJ De Santis and Jordan Breen were live on the Sherdog Radio Network following UFC 81, where Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira ( Pictures ) submitted Tim Sylvia ( Pictures ) in the third round to become the promotion's interim heavyweight champion.

UFC 81: Breaking Point PPV Results (Lesnar's UFC Debut)

-Rob Emerson def. Keita Nakamura via Split Decision (30-27, 29-28, 30-27) after 3 Rounds. -Marvin Eastman def. Terry Martin via Unanimous Decision (30-27, 29-28, 30-27) after 3 Rounds.

PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME: Art Monk, Darrell Green headline 2008 class of Hall of Fame

It was a Hall of Fame day for the Washington Redskins, with Art Monk and Darrell Green elected to the shrine Saturday. Former commissioner Paul Tagliabue failed to get in for the second straight year.

Groundhog Day 2008

Tens of thousands of people gathered at Gobbler's Knob Saturday to see if Punxsutawney Phil would see his shadow. At 7:25 a.m. he was pulled from his hole, and told Groundhog Club President Bill Cooper his predication.

Punxsutawney Phil sees shadow, predicts more winter ahead

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. - Brace yourself for more wintry weather. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow Saturday, leading the groundhog to forecast six more weeks of winter.

Exxon and Chevron earnings soar on record oil prices

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp said on Friday record oil prices propelled its quarterly and yearly profits to the highest-ever levels by a U.S. company.

Lakers land Pau Gasol

The Los Angeles Lakers bolstered their banged-up frontline today with a key acquisition — 7-footer Pau Gasol of the Memphis Grizzlies. The Lakers gave up Kwame Brown, rookie Javaris Crittenton and two first-round draft picks for Gasol.

UIL realignment breaks up power districts

By CARLOS MENDEZ It could legitimately be called a “power district.” State powers Aledo, Stephenville and Everman ruled an eight-team league in Parker and Johnson counties for two years. But the UIL broke them up Friday when it announced its new district alignments, sending Aledo into a league with western Tarrant County schools. The Bearcats, Class 4A Division I semifinalists last season and a ...

Wounded Veteran Brings Out Giants' Best

C HANDLER, Ariz. — The playoffs hadn't begun yet, and already the Giants could see a major victory. They began filing into their hotel in Tampa on Jan. 4 and they saw Lt. Col. Greg Gadson standing to greet them.

Wounded Veteran Brings Out Giants' Best

C HANDLER, Ariz. — The playoffs hadn't begun yet, and already the Giants could see a major victory. They began filing into their hotel in Tampa on Jan. 4 and they saw Lt. Col. Greg Gadson standing to greet them.