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.

Reader Comments

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?

Clinical recommendation

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.

10-year-old 'Doggie Howser' a hit at vet clinic

In just eight months, Courtney Oliver completed her college work to become a veterinarian assistant and now can help perform surgeries at an Olympia, Wash., veterinary hospital. She had to get over her fear of blood to do it.

Tiger Woods off to blistering start at Dubai Desert Classic

Tiger Woods took up at the Dubai Desert Classic on Thursday where he left off at the Buick Invitational in California on the weekend with a commanding display of golf to top the leaderboard.

West powers conference-leading New Orleans

David West remembers what some NBA talent bird dogs thought of him a few years ago. And he never wants to forget. West, perhaps the league's most underrated power forward, has progressed since the Hornets made him their first pick, 18th overall, in the 2003 NBA draft. It was a precocious class that produced LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade.

Ethan Hawke Expecting Baby with Nanny Ryan Shawhughes

A representative for Hawke, Mara Buxbaum , told the Associated Press that she can confirm that he and Shawhughes are expecting and "they are thrilled." No other details, she said, would be released to the public at this time.

Tom Cruise - Cruise To Receive First New Ducati Superbike

Hollywood superstar TOM CRUISE will be the first man on earth to rev up Ducati's latest superbike. Keys to the $72,500 (GBP36,250) Desmosedici RR model will be handed over to ...

For Lake Station's Josh Shockley, fighting is a thrill

BY KASS STONE Times Correspondent | Wednesday, January 30, 2008 | No comments posted. The Lake Station senior has never earned a letter in sports like basketball or football. So he's likely not familiar with the "Two-Minute Drill."

McCain, Clinton Lead in Florida Primary Results

Rudy Giuliani might have been hoping for a miracle win in the Republican Florida primary results on Tuesday to salvage his presidential race, but John McCain is looking to steal his glory.

A Strong Economic Indicator?

ROCHESTER, MN -- The Minnesota Department of Revenue has released the 2006 sales tax numbers from stores around the state. So good, bad or in-different the numbers are helping to shed light on the state's economy.

This huge Asian menu a fare-thee-well

Penang & Tokyo Restaurant 97 Water St. Exeter, N.H. 603-778-8388 Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. All major charge cards accepted. Accessible to the handicapped

Text of Democratic response to State of the Union address, by Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius

Prepared text of the Democratic response to the State of the Union address delivered Monday by Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, as provided by her office.

Unfinished business for Bush in final State of the Union address

President Bush's last State of the Union address will focus on the economy, Iraq and plans to cut earmarks in Congress, administration officials said.

Expo uses Legos to teach kids about energy

ITHACA — When 7-year-old Kyle Fitzgerald walked into Cornell's Duffield Hall, he looked at the vast ceilings and the dozens of other kids working on their Lego projects and felt like an engineer, he said.

Mormon Church President Gordon B. Hinckley dies at 97

Gordon B. Hinckley, the longest-serving president of the Mormon church who presided over one of the greatest periods of expansion in its history, died Sunday, a church spokesman said. He was 97.

Gordon B. Hinckley, Church of Latter-Day Saints President, Dies

Jan. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Gordon B. Hinckley, president of the nearly 13-million member Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, died today. He was 97.

Former partners ripped off Sammy Davis Jr's story, widow alleges

Feldberg: Classics get new spin with black actors An actor's race isn't usually a hot topic on Broadway. The subject is piquing a lot of interest this season, though.

TV actor among 3 dead in avalanche

As a fierce storm barreled toward Southern California on Saturday, searchers found the body of a third avalanche victim and rescued a missing snowboarder who survived a frigid night in the San Gabriel Mountains. Searchers found the body of character actor Christopher Allport, one of two people reported missing Friday near the Mountain High ski resort in Wrightwood. The other person, Oscar ...

Avalanches claim another victim

The body of veteran character actor Christopher Allport is found near Wrightwood, the third such death. A missing snowboarder is found. More rain is expected. The leading edge of what forecasters said could be the most powerful storm of the season blanketed Southern California on Saturday night, dropping moderate to heavy rain from Orange County to Ventura and promising even heavier downpours ...

Paige Davis is coming back to 'Trading Spaces'

'Trading Spaces' is trading in its current format and bringing back the host who was such a force behind the program's popularity. Asked how she will reinvigorate Trading Spaces, host Paige Davis says, "I think my power may have been overrepresented."

Christian Brando dies of pneumonia

Christian Brando, the troubled eldest son of the late famed actor Marlon Brando, has died from pneumonia at a Los Angeles hospital, an attorney said Saturday. He was 49.

Courier News Online - Fire forces gamblers to flee Las Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A fire on the roof of the Monte Carlo hotel-casino forced guests and gamblers to flee and sent a plume of smoke above the Las Vegas Strip before easing about an hour later, hotel officials said.

Courier News Online - Fire forces gamblers to flee Las Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A fire on the roof of the Monte Carlo hotel-casino forced guests and gamblers to flee and sent a plume of smoke above the Las Vegas Strip before easing about an hour later, hotel officials said.

Television: Disney's 'Minutemen' stresses chemistry, not brain strain

"Minutemen" likely won't hit the ratings stratosphere of "High School Musical," but it's still a zippy and entertaining trip through time that's liable to attract lots of kids to the Disney Channel again.

Courier News Online - Fire forces gamblers to flee Las Vegas casino

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A fire on the roof of the Monte Carlo hotel-casino forced guests and gamblers to flee and sent a plume of smoke above the Las Vegas Strip before easing about an hour later, hotel officials said.

CBS 2's Randy Salerno Dies In Snowmobile Accident

CBS 2's Morning News anchor Randy Salerno was killed Thursday night in a snowmobiling accident.  Send Us Your Memories Of Randy  Viewers Share Their Thoughts Of Randy

Feature and TV Films

An alphabetical listing of movies on TV the week of Jan. 20 - 26. Accepted (2006) Justin Long, Jonah Hill. After trying and failing to get into college, a high-school senior and his friends fool parents and peers by creating their own university. (PG-13) 1 hr. 33 mins.

Feature and TV Films

An alphabetical listing of movies on TV the week of Jan. 20 - 26. Accepted (2006) Justin Long, Jonah Hill. After trying and failing to get into college, a high-school senior and his friends fool parents and peers by creating their own university. (PG-13) 1 hr. 33 mins.

Norwood Young America Times - News:

If a place in the Tacoma West Industrial Park once seemed out of reach for smaller business looking to establish themselves in Norwood Young America, that may no longer be the case.

The Prima Data: Get off catalog mailing lists quickly and painlessly

I don't always take my own advice. But this year, I am resolute to do something about one of my weak points. I must have inherited it from my mother. For one reason or the other, we both have a weak point for receiving presents in the mail. Maybe her need stemmed from being born in an Irish household with seven siblings. While neither of us are big shoppers, I know the blame lies with the ...

High School Wrestling: Dogs top Bears

There was definetly joy on the faces of the Big Spring Bulldog wrestlers on Tuesday night after they won a hardfought 37-21 victory over Northern and captured the traveling trophy in what has been called the South Mountain Classic.

High School Wrestling: Dogs top Bears

There was definetly joy on the faces of the Big Spring Bulldog wrestlers on Tuesday night after they won a hardfought 37-21 victory over Northern and captured the traveling trophy in what has been called the South Mountain Classic.

ESPN's Dana Jacobson Suspended for Notre Dame Comments at Mike and Mike Roast

Dana Jacobson , co-host of ESPN2's First Take , has been suspended for "inappropriate" commentary made at the "Mike and Mike Roast" for radio personalities Mike Greenberg and Mike Golic . In an apparently drunken rant, Jacobson repeatedly used the 'f' word and made vulgar remarks about Notre Dame.

ESPN's Jacobson disciplined for roast remarks

Dana Jacobson, co-host of ESPN2's "First Take," is currently being disciplined for remarks made at a Jan. 11 celebrity roast for ESPN Radio personalities Mike Greenberg and Mike Golic.

2000 Person of the Year: Center Township trustee builds fire stations, integrity

This article was originally published Dec. 30, 2000. MUNCIE -- Richard Shirey has been named The Star Press Person of the Year for 2000 for building fire stations and integrity in Center Township.

Heath Ledger, `Brokeback Mountain' Star, Dead at 28 (Bloomberg.com)

Jan. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Heath Ledger, who earned an Academy Award nomination for his role as a taciturn cowboy coming to grips with his homosexuality in ``Brokeback Mountain,'' was found dead of a possible drug overdose in a Manhattan apartment. He was 28.

Actor Heath Ledger Found Dead in New York Apartment, AP Says

Jan. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Actor Heath Ledger, star of the film ``Brokeback Mountain,'' was found dead in a New York City apartment today, the Associated Press reported, citing the New York Police Department. He was 28.

'No Country,' 'Blood' lead Oscar nominations

A coldblooded killer and a coldblooded tycoon led the Oscar nominations Tuesday, with a lawyer suffering from an ethical crisis also earning a strong showing.

Cough Syrup High

Marijuana isn't the only drug kids are using to get high. They're also using items sold at nearly every store and found in nearly every home. The drug of choice is cough syrup or what many are calling Robo-Tripping.

Transfer Gossip

KEGGY'S LIST GETS LONGER Hey, whoda thunk it? The Daily Star has some more names that are certainly, definitely, absolutely nailed on to be on Kevin Keegan's shopping list.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day closings

The following will be closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day GOVERNMENT • All federal offices will be closed. • Fort Jackson offices will be closed. • All state government offices will be closed.

Search Engines Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and many of the search engines have special logos up for the day. Google has has an artistic logo, with children drawing the face of Martin Luther King Jr. on a sidewalk. Ask.com illustrates their background with Martin Luther King Jr. speaking and pointing. DogPile promotes a Food Drive with Martin Luther King Jr.'s picture in the ...

Lawrence Tynes' field goal send Giants to Super Bowl

Lawrence Tynes booted a 47-yard field goal to give the New York Giants a shock 23-20 overtime win over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday to set up a Super Bowl clash with the unbeaten New England Patriots.

More beds under consideration for Green Bay homeless shelter

City inspectors will determine how many homeless people can safely reside at St. Johns Homeless Shelter, the Green Bay City Council determined this week.

Web sites where you can click and save

As an increasing number of consumers resolve to save more money in 2008, coupons are making a comeback. Do you know where to find savings for the products and services you use most? A recent study by comScore, an Internet information provider that tracks consumer behavior, found that 53 percent of consumers say they regularly visit brand Web sites to find promotions. Here, we highlight some of ...

'Newhart' actress Suzanne Pleshette dies

Suzanne Pleshette, the husky-voiced star best known for her role as Bob Newhart's sardonic wife on television's long-running "The Bob Newhart Show," has died at age 70.

'Newhart' Actress Suzanne Pleshette Dead At 70

Suzanne Pleshette, the beautiful, husky-voiced film and Broadway theater star best known for her role as Bob Newhart's sardonic wife on television's long-running "The Bob Newhart Show," has died, said her attorney Robert Finkelstein. She was 70.

State and area college football stars to play Saturday in East-West Shrine Game

Several area and state football players will participate in the 83rd annual East-West Shrine Game. The college all-star game, which kicks off at 7 p.m. Saturday in Houston, will be telecast on ESPN2.

Review: 'Cloverfield' a shaky look at monster attacking New York

RATING: (POLITE APPLAUSE) Cloverfield: Science fiction/action. Starring Michael Stahl-David, Jessica Lucas and T.J. Miller. Directed by Matt Reeves. (PG-13. 90 minutes. At Bay Area theaters. To see complete movie listings and show times, and to buy tickets...

Falcons end tension with 14-2 run in final five

HAMPTON — Joe DiGennaro heard the stories, saw the film and prepared his team. So the Jefferson coach and his players knew what to expect even before the team bus crossed the two one-lane bridges to meet Kittatinny.

NFL: Ravens hire second choice John Harbaugh

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — John Harbaugh was hired today as head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, who hope their second choice proves to be a first-rate success.

Ernie Holmes, member of Steel Curtain, dies in car accident at age 59

DALLAS - Ernie Holmes, who won two Super Bowls as an anchor of Pittsburgh's famed "Steel Curtain" defence in the 1970s, died in a car crash. He was 59.

Chess legend Bobby Fischer dead at 64: friend

US-born chess legend Bobby Fischer, whose tortured genius prompted both awe and outrage, has died at the age of 64 at his home in Iceland, a close friend said Friday.

Lenzini...and Slams (KHQA Quincy)

By Chris Duerr Posted: Friday, January 18, 2008 at 1:26 a.m. Welcome to Duerrisms for the Week of January 17th, 2008, or as it is better known and celebrated around here: Tony Lenzini Tournament Week. We are presented as always by the fine folks at ADVANCE Physical Therapy.

Reverse Prostate Cancer and Aging by Changing Your Diet

Many people don't believe cancer and aging can be reversed, but in Dr. Dean Ornish's new book, "The Spectrum," he shows how and why cancer, chronic disease and aging can be reversed using nutrigenomics, a system of changing diet and lifestyle to switch different genes on or off.

Eight Loudoun Schools Earn Excellence Awards

Eight Loudoun County public schools got a top-tier state ranking in the just announced Governor's Awards for Educational Excellence. Only Fairfax County, with 18 citations, topped Loudoun, which tied with Henrico County, out of the 89 schools to be recognized.

TV Preview: George of the Jungle

Look out for that tree! George is back! Cartoon Network is prepared to unveil the latest addition to their primetime line-up. That addition is none other than George of the Jungle. The series first premiered on Teletoon in Canada back in July of 2007 and has already aired 26 half hour shows, each show being comprised of two eleven minute episodes. It should be noted that the episodes are...

U.S. to study bizarre medical condition

It sounds like a freakish ailment from a horror movie: Sores erupt on your skin, mysterious threads pop out of them, and you feel like tiny bugs are crawling all over you. Some experts believe it's a psychiatric phenomenon, yet hundreds of people say it's a true physical condition. It's called Morgellons, and now the government is about to begin its first medical study of it.

Overwhelmed U.Va. has typical disaster at Duke

DURHAM, N.C. So what are we to make of Virginia's hoopsters at this dawning of the ACC schedule, other than the fact they're giving up points faster than Fred Thompson's campaign and might not beat Duke again in, oh, maybe forever? There surely weren't any positives for U.Va. to unearth from last night's 87-65 pasting in Cameron Indoor Stadium unless you count Dave Leitao's head not exploding. ...

Camila Alves, Matthew McConaughey expecting

Matthew McConaughey is going to be a dad. The actor and his girlfriend, Brazilian model Camila Alves, are expecting a baby, publicist Alan Nierob said Tuesday.

November 2007

JEFFERSON - Florence M. Hamilton, 92, of Jefferson passed away on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2007, at Countryside Home in Jefferson. She was born on Sept. 8, 1915, in Prairie du Chien, daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Suhrada) Konicheck.

Client Star Brad Renfro Dead

Former child star Brad Renfro, whose acting work in recent years was overshadowed by reports of drug abuse and legal troubles, was found dead Tuesday morning at his Los Angeles home. He was 25.

Apple announces MacBook Air, HD movie rentals, Apple TV 2.0 at Macworld keynote

Steve Jobs took the stage at Macworld San Francisco this morning, announcing the rumored MacBook Air, the expected movie rental feature on the iTunes Store (in high-definition), and a new Apple TV 2.0. The iPhone and iPod touch are also getting some new features. Read More...

Hasina principal accused in barge-mounted power- plant scam

Metropolitan Sessions Judge Md Azizul Hoque issued the warrant accepting the charge-sheet filed earlier against the eight high-profile accused in the graft case involving the Siddirganj barge-mounted power plant.

'BOYS SEEING DOUBLE

IRVING, Texas - Jess win, baby! Even a fake Jessica Simpson was good enough to throw off the Dallas Cowboys yesterday, as Big Blue took a Giant step toward the Super Bowl. The Giants, who notched a stunning 21-17 victory over Dallas in the NFC...

The Complete List of Golden Globe Winners!

The complete list of Golden Globe winners is now up here ! The awards in the film categories were well split up with Atonement , No Country for Old Men , The Diving Bell and the Butterfly and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street being awarded two Golden Globes each. The top awards went to Atonement for Best Motion Picture (Drama), while Tim Burton's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of ...

FACTBOX - A list of Golden Globe Award winners (Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)

(Reuters) - Following is a list of 65th Annual Golden Globe Award winners on Sunday, who were named at a news conference instead of the usual gala ceremony of Hollywood stars due to Hollywood's screenwriters strike.

Barber supplants Jones as Dallas Cowboys' starter

IRVING – In a surprising move, considering the timing, the Cowboys have decided to bench starting running back Julius Jones in favor Marion Barber for today's NFC playoff game against the New York Giants, according to multiple sources.

Carney, O’Neill win USA Half Marathon titles in Houston (USA Track & Field)

HOUSTON - James Carney (Boulder, Colo.) and Kate O'Neill (Palo Alto, Calif.) took the respective men's and women's titles at the USA Half Marathon Championships in Houston, Texas.

Zmanda Launches Enterprise Data Backup and Archiving Solution for Amazon S3

Zmanda(TM), the open source leader in backup and recovery software, today launched an enterprise data backup solution for Amazon Simple Storage Service(TM) (Amazon S3). Businesses using Zmanda's flagship backup software Amanda Enterprise can now tap Amazon S3 to easily and securely backup, archive and recover their valuable data, anytime, via the Internet. With Zmanda's support, the affordable ...

TV Today

Pearl Harbor (8-11 p.m., 6ABC) - Did you watch Titanic just to see the boat sink, and ignore the sappy love story? Consider taking the same approach to this 2001 drama. Director Michael Bay's re-creation of the 1941 Japanese attack on the Hawaiian military base is some of the most effective war-movie footage since Saving Private Ryan. Just pay no attention to the S.L.S. about two pilots (Ben ...

Packers 42, Seahawks 20: Tom Oates grades the Packers

OFFENSE - A When Ryan Grant is running effectively, which he did once he started holding on to the ball, the offense is unstoppable. Given time, Brett Favre was locked in. Mark Tauscher rendered All-Pro end Patrick Kerney invisible. DEFENSE - BThe return of tackle Ryan Pickett shored up the run defense as Seattle had 11 yards rushing through three quarters. Atari Bigby's jarring hit on ...

Mavericks Surf Contest Saturday; Watch On CBS5.com

The Mavericks surf contest in Half Moon Bay will take place on Saturday, and you can watch a Live Webcast of the world's best surfers here on CBS5.com from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Live: Watch LIVE Mavericks Webcast on Saturday

Egypt to Copyright Pyramids and Sphynx

empaler writes "We all know the usual pro-copyright arguments. Most of them hinge on the fact that the individual or company that has a copyright needs an incentive to make something that is copyrightable, and therefore ensure a revenue stream in a period after the copyright has been granted. In a never-surpassed move, Egypt is working on legislation to extend copyright well above 3000 years — ...

Egypt to Copyright Pyramids and Sphynx

empaler writes "We all know the usual pro-copyright arguments. Most of them hinge on the fact that the individual or company that has a copyright needs an incentive to make something that is copyrightable, and therefore ensure a revenue stream in a period after the copyright has been granted. In a never-surpassed move, Egypt is working on legislation to extend copyright well above 3000 years — ...

School board preparing to trim trans fats from cafeteria menus

A Halton District School Board official says the board should have no problem adapting to a provincially-mandated transition to trans-fat-free foods in school cafeterias and vending machines.

Stonewall RB Williams Commits to Virginia Tech

Stonewall Jackson senior running back Ryan Williams orally committed yesterday to play football next season for Virginia Tech. Williams announced his decision during the first quarter of yesterday's nationally televised U.S. Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio. He picked Virginia Tech over fellow finalist Boston College.

Stonewall RB Williams Commits to Virginia Tech

Stonewall Jackson senior running back Ryan Williams orally committed yesterday to play football next season for Virginia Tech. Williams announced his decision during the first quarter of yesterday's nationally televised U.S. Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio. He picked Virginia Tech over fellow finalist Boston College.

Shop crawl

Along the stretch of stores on Southport, you can find designer shoes for $500 or 5 cents (with the right deal). The boutiques in this Lakeview spot offer something for every pocketbook.

India's Tata Motors launches "Nano" low-cost car

Tata Motors Ltd , India's top vehicle maker, on Thursday unveiled its low-cost small car and said it would roll out the new vehicle, named the "Nano," later this year.

Ratan Tata unveils Rs 1-lakh 'Nano'

'A promise is a promise', said Ratan Tata unveiling the 'People's Car' which would have a dealer price of Rs 1 lakh only. The car, which has been named 'Nano' would come in three different models - one basic and two delux. Addressing the media, the Tata Group chairman described the look-and-feel of the Rs 1-lakh car, which would be smaller in than the 'small car' Maruti 800 by 8 per cent but ...

Bring back British Rail, all is forgiven

The new price for a return fare between Swindon and London Paddington with First Great Western is £98, for a journey of 77 miles. It seems better value if you think of it in terms of unit cost per minute, though – you could be on the train for hours and hours. And quite probably standing up.

8:07 p.m.: Property taxes dominate first day of session

State Sen. Tim Lanane, D-District 25, called the first day of the General Assembly session “chaotic,” with property taxes on everyone’s lips. He said the Senate Rules Committee discussed altering the state constitution to do away with property taxes on residences.

Taser to sell MP3/stun gun combo device

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Taser International Inc.'s newest weapons for the public will come in leopard print and fit in a holster embedded with an MP3 player, the stun gun maker said Monday.

Taser to sell MP3/stun gun combo device

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Taser International Inc.'s newest weapons for the public will come in leopard print and fit in a holster embedded with an MP3 player, the stun gun maker said Monday.

$3 a gallon = carpooling

Charles LeBlanc of Portsmouth began carpooling to work 16 years ago — before gas prices of $3 per gallon walloped wallets and before Al Gore grabbed the Nobel Peace Prize for raising global warming awareness.

View live results from the New Hampshire primary

These real-time voting results from the New Hampshire presidential primary are provided by the Associated Press and are updated automatically once the polls in each precinct close.

Obama, McCain get early win in Dixville Notch

Sen. Barack Obama won seven of the 10 votes cast for Democrats in the first balloting of the New Hampshire primary on Tuesday in the northern hamlet of Dixville Notch, while Sen. John McCain won the Republican balloting.

Dixville Notch rejects Clinton

Sen. Hillary Clinton of New York was shut out among the first voters in New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary election Tuesday.On the Democratic side, voters in Dixville Notch cast seven votes for Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois, two for former Sen. John Edwards of North Carolina and one vote for New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, election officials announced live on CNN. Clinton ...

Eligible bachelor accused of rapes

Gary Zerola's dark, brooding looks and his work on behalf of foster children helped earn him a spot on People magazine's list of America's "Most Eligible Bachelors" and a tryout for the TV reality show "The Bachelor."

Town buzzing over mayor's risque MySpace photos

Some of Arlington, Ore. Mayor Carmen Kontur-Gronquist's roughly 500 constituents will want to know her views on the issues affecting the Eastern Oregon community; others will want to talk about her underwear.

Friends Remember Jana Shearer As Beautiful Woman Who Loved Life

Jana Shearer poses for a photograph taken by friends at a New Year’s Eve Party less than a week before her murder. WHITEHOUSE — At nearly 6-feet tall with long blonde hair, green eyes and a bounce in her walk, Jana Shearer turned heads.

Where they're biting

HERRING and tailor are still biting along the metropolitan coast this week, while groper and jewfish are feeding offshore and bream haunt the upper Swan.

Blog: Ted Ammon's East Hampton house rented out

The East Hampton estate where millionaire financier Ted Ammon was blugeoned to death has been rented out for the 2008 summer season. The south-of-the-highway Middle Lane tudor fetched $275,000 for the season.

Debate night in New Hampshire

Manchester, N.H. (WTNH, Jan. 5, 2008 4:37 PM) _ Presidential contenders are spending this weekend in New Hampshire, the site of the nation's first presidential primary on Tuesday.

Levee breaks in Nevada, about 3,500 trapped in their homes

FERNLEY, Nev. (AP) - Rescuers are using everything from school buses to helicopters to reach about 3,500 people trapped in a Nevada town because of a levee break.

The fashion forecast

What will you be wearing in the next 12 months? An illustrated dress perhaps? Or maybe a chin-high silk ruff? More likely, you'll be pulling on the world's most flattering It-jeans, stepping out in cone-heeled shoes from Britain's hottest footwear designer or looking smart in a born-again blazer...

Winter Antiques Show Celebrates its 54th Year with New Exhibitors and a Loan Exhibition from the Shaker Museum and ...

The Winter Antiques Show celebrates its 54th year in January as America's most prestigious antiques show showcased by 75 exhibitors specializing in American, English, European and Asian fine and decorative arts. This fully vetted show, held January 18-27, is the standard of excellence by which all other antiques shows in America are measured. Further, this is the only major antiques show in New ...

Utah sports: Five unforgettable moments of 2007

On this day of giving, let's take a minute and consider what the Utah sports world gave us in 2007. There were moments that provided memories we will want to hold on to for a lifetime - like then-Jazz guard Derek Fisher's shining example of fatherhood - and others that we would

Barak Obama, Mike Huckabee win first vote

BARACK Obama has won the first test of voter support and Hillary Clinton is in danger of stumbling badly in the US presidential race, while a former preacher has been favoured by Republicans.

Trendy, but with moms in mind

Savvy Threads' target customer is not a size zero, runway model look-alike. When Marlo Homsany is buying for her Pompton Lakes boutique, she is thinking about someone a little more real.

Sleep More Important than Iowa Caucus Results for Bush

Don’t expect to hear President George W. Bush ’s reaction to the Iowa caucus results until sometime tomorrow—his press secretary suggested in a news conference earlier today that nap time likely will outweigh whatever desire the president has to see who will gain the early lead in the 2008 election season.

Bush interested in Iowa caucus results _ but not staying up too late

The Iowa caucuses apparently won't outrank shuteye for President Bush. Asked if the president planned to stay up to find out who wins the opening contests of the 2008 election season, White House press secretary Dana Perino said Thursday: "What time do all the results start coming in?

$5M Lawsuit: My commercial looks lewd

A model who says she has worked hard to maintain a wholesome image has filed a $5 million lawsuit complaining that a jewelry company's video advertisement in which she writhes and moans looks pornographic. The commercial, seen on the Internet in a clip entitled "Rock Her World," shows a woman wearing blue lacy lingerie and a diamond necklace while moaning and stroking her face and neck. It ends ...

COL FB: West Virginia 48, Oklahoma 28

Game-breaking, third-quarter scores by Noel Devine and Darius Reynaud Wednesday boosted West Virginia to a 48-28 win over Oklahoma in the Fiesta Bowl.

Guide to the sales 2007

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Flat Belly Diet Frenzy After 'Good Morning America' Plug

By Ann Turner Every week a new diet plan hits the news in America's endless quest for the holy grail of weight loss. This week's diet media frenzy was sparked by the appearance of a 55-year-old woman on Good Morning America proclaiming the miracle of the Flat Belly Diet!

Mayor Newsom, Jennifer Siebel engaged to be married

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and his girlfriend, actress Jennifer Siebel, became engaged in Hawaii over the weekend, knowledgeable sources said Monday. One of Newsom's closest friends, high society party planner Stanlee Gatti, confirmed the engagement....

Mayor Newsom, Jennifer Siebel engaged to be married

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and his girlfriend, actress Jennifer Siebel, became engaged in Hawaii over the weekend, knowledgeable sources said Monday. One of Newsom's closest friends, high society party planner Stanlee Gatti, confirmed the engagement....

Illinois QB Juice Williams shoulders heavy load

Isiah "Juice" Williams is the pride of the Chicago Public League, which is every bit a responsibility as an honor. The 6-2, 223-pound sophomore quarterback will lead Illinois (9-3) to its first Rose Bowl appearance in 24 years Tuesday against Pacific-10 Conference champion Southern California (10-2).

Rose Parade kicks off in Pasadena

A pickup truck that morphed into a space craft, a giant blossoming rose and a Chinese dragon undulating in the breeze were among the floats that got cheers from thousands of spectators as the Rose Parade rolled Tuesday.

Pulse~LINK CWave UWB Chipset Outperforms All Wireless Networking Technologies

Pulse~LINK, Inc., a pioneer of Ultra Wideband (UWB) communications, announced recently that its recently released CWave UWB chipset has been validated in independent testing to have the world's highest data rate available for wireless networking. A comprehensive test of UWB products, conducted by octoScope, showed CWave's 1.35 Gbps over-the-air signaling rate delivering 890 Mbps application ...

Pulse~LINK CWave UWB Chipset Outperforms All Wireless Networking Technologies

Pulse~LINK, Inc., a pioneer of Ultra Wideband (UWB) communications, announced recently that its recently released CWave UWB chipset has been validated in independent testing to have the world's highest data rate available for wireless networking. A comprehensive test of UWB products, conducted by octoScope, showed CWave's 1.35 Gbps over-the-air signaling rate delivering 890 Mbps application ...