I'll Have Another wins Preakness, has Triple Crown chance | Horse racing

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137th Preakness Stakes: I'll Have Another chases down Bodemeister to win …

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AP Since Affirmed last won horse racing's Triple Crown in 1978, 11 3-year-olds have won both the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness — but fallen short in the Belmont Stakes. I'll Have Another will try to snap that streak on June 9.

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'Community': Fired creator Dan Harmon attacks NBC chief

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Dan Harmon has a message for his ex-boss at NBC: You never wrote, you never called. Harmon, who was sacked late Friday as the showrunner of NBC's sitcom "Community," wrote on his blog that he didn't learn he'd been fired until he received a message on

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Triple Crown Dreams Often Dashed at Belmont

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Since Affirmed last won horse racing's Triple Crown in 1978, 11 3-year-olds have won both the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness — but fallen short in the Belmont Stakes. A look at how those thoroughbreds ran at Belmont: — 2008: Big Brown finishes last

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EDC experiences ups and downs since its inception in 1993

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by Linda Zukauskas NEWTOWN — The Economic Development Commission, meeting Tuesday, May 15, approved a motion to support tax abatement for a new building on the Fairfield Hills Campus after hearing from Architect Philip Clark, President and CEO of

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I'll Have Another wins Preakness in close finish

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BALTIMORE — The Preakness infield used to be a beer-doused festival of mayhem. There were more fights than races. Drunken youths sprinted over the portable toilets. Twelve-ounce cans were tossed like hand grenades. That was before Pimlico Race Course

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O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU? … Jonny Brownlee will be going solo in San Diego

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It's "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?" Another blind date—we order lunch and then Mark grins at me. “Guess how old I am!” I despise guessing games. “I don't know…34?” He slaps the table. “Nope! I'm 31. Guess where I grew up

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I'll Have Another Wins Preakness, Triple Try Next

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I stood in the stalls occupied by two Triple Crown winners, Gallant Fox and Omaha. I saw Nashua's Maryland home up close. There are Woodward family carriages, the family's distinctive pinkish polka-dot racing silks and a copy of the 1955 Life magazine

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Saginaw wins Belmont's Affirmed Success Stakes

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2012 Belmont Stakes online betting for Triple Crown internet wagering.

AP NEW YORK — Saginaw, the 3-5 favorite, stretched his winning streak to five on Saturday, beating Uncle T Seven by 7½ lengths in the $100000 Affirmed Success Stakes for New York breds at Belmont Park. David Cohen was aboard for trainer David

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I'll Have Another captures Preakness

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Jennifer Albright, Sarah, Evans and Jackie Boden, from left watch an early race before the 137th Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 19, 2012, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

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Annular Eclipse Means Ring of Sunlight Visible Around Moon's Disc

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Description of the 2012 Annular Solar Eclipse. The 2012 May 20 eclipse occurs at the Moon's descending node in central Taurus. An annular eclipse will be visible from a 240 to 300 kilometre-wide track that traverses eastern

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Role Reversal for Fisher in Trying to End Lakers' Playoff Run

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Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol share laughs over how Bryant easily scored twice on former teammate Derek Fisher during the Lakers' win over the Thunder. 'Come on, Fish is like 5-2,' Bryant explains. By Melissa Rohlin When Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher were

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38 Studios pays EDC but misses payroll

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Separately, Governor Chafee's office said 38 Studios hand-delivered a check around 5 pm for the overdue $1.125 million payment to the EDC, which set off this week's crisis. But Rick Wester, its chief financial officer, told the EDC there were

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Preakness Stakes – 2012

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Dominguez, who was the top rider in Maryland for three of his five years here, won the Miss Preakness stakes aboard Agave Kiss Friday after agreeing to take the Preakness mount. “I'm excited to ride the horse, not necessarily [about] the way it

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In Lingerie wins Black-Eyed Susan

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Preakness favorite Bodemeister isn't the only prominent 3-year-old Bob Baffert brought to Pimlico Race Course this week.

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NBA • LA Lakers fight back, close gap against the Oklahoma City Thunder

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Kobe Bryant shot a perfect 18-of-18 from the free-throw line and had a game-high 36 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat Oklahoma City 99-96 to hand the Thunde.

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Preakness Stakes: Cozzetti Trainer Dale Romans Aims To Repeat Last Year's …

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Mary Doser rides Preakness Stakes horse Cozzetti before a morning workout at Pimlico Race Course on Friday in Baltimore. Cozzetti, owned by Dennis Albaugh and Jason Loutsch of Ankeny, faces long odds in the Preakness field today.

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Chicago vs. Chicago

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More protesters from the Occupy movement will arrive in Chicago by bus from New York City, Washington D.C., Boston, Atlanta and Los Angeles ahead of this weekend's NATO Summit. Buses are scheduled to arrive around 7

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Will Smith slaps reporter who tried to kiss him

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[YouTube] Will Smith was in Moscow to promote his current film, "Men in Black 3," Friday (May 18) when a Ukrainian reporter on the red carpet attempted to get too close to the rapper-turned-actor's mouth as he pulled him in for a hug.

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Solar eclipse 2012: All systems go for witnessing rare 'ring of fire'

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On Sunday (May 20), a solar eclipse will block out most of the sun, leaving just a “ring of fire” visible in the sky for anyone on the eclipse's path. Watchers in the Western U.S. will get the best view of the event.

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'Community' Creator Dan Harmon Is Replaced as Show Runner

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Dan Harmon has created a show that is filled with genius. But it's ultimately been a season of looking inward. Episodes are so self-referential and jammed with pre-built Internet memes that I find myself longing for the days of season one when the show

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Review Revue: 'Battleship,' 'What to Expect When You're Expecting,' 'The Dictator'

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We have two children, which means there's a copy of Heidi Murkoff and Sharon Mazel's pre-birth Bible What to Expect When You're Expecting on our bookshelf. Two, in fact. You get them as shower gifts. I'm staring at them as I write this review

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Possible rocket engine problem triggered SpaceX launch abort

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When SpaceX launches its Falcon 9 rocket Saturday, it will be the beginning of a complex rendezvous with the space station that attempts to test several capabilities in one mission. By Pete Spotts, Staff writer / May 18, 2012 The SpaceX Falcon 9 test

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Solar eclipse 2012: California likely to offer impressive views

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A solar eclipse will blot out part of the sun this weekend, and astronomers in Colorado are organizing what they hope will be the world's largest viewing party in one place. Their venue: an entire football stadium. The eclipse will occur in the

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Facebook IPO: Now the work begins

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The banks helping take Facebook public want us to value this 8-year-old upstart at as much as $104 billion, more than Disney or Kraft Foods, though those companies earn three and four times more. That top valuation is also more than 100 times

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OKC Thunder-Lakers quoteboard: Jeff Van Gundy thinks James Harden should be …

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The best revenge is living well. And an elbow to the face.

From the "can't make it up" department, comes the video below in which James Harden and the player formerly known as Ron Artest played a game of role-reversal. Metta World Peace, playing in just his third game since

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At Preakness, no one knows how horses with rebound

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Trainer Bob Baffert leads Preakness Stakes horse race hopeful Bodemeister around the barn at at Pimlico racetrack, Wednesday, May 16, 2012, in Baltimore. Photo: Garry Jones / AP Exercise rider John Cisneros rides Preakness Stakes entrant Creative Cause

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Celtics collapse in Game 4 after succumbing to Sixers' tricks; series tied 2-2

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Over in the Eastern Conference, the decades-long rivalry between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics has rarely had a more memorable finish from a Philly point of view than what was witnessed Friday night. The Celtics just want to forget it.

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solar eclipse to project 'ring of fire'

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By Jonathan Gonzalez A rare solar eclipse will be visible on the West Coast just before sunset Sunday, but viewers must prepare well so not to damage their eyes. And no, sunglasses won't cut it. Angie Crouch reports from Griffith Observatory for the

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Rock the Bells 2012 Lineup Adds Common, Tickets Go on Pre-Sale for Concert Dates

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Wish Bone, Krayzie Bone, Bizzy Bone and Layzie Bone of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony attend the Rock the Bells press conference in West Hollywood. By Steve Baltin Guerilla Union, the promoter who puts on the Rock the Bells tour each year, was initially

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Kobe, Lakers rebound with comeback win vs. Thunder in Game 3

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Maybe someone forgot to tell Bynum that the Lakers are facing more than just a survival game tonight; no team has ever come back from an 0-3 deficit to win a series. They're facing that game with their backs firmly against the

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Sam Amick: Lakers lay it on the line to trip Thunder in Game 3

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The Lakers have to hold on to hope as time runs out on their season. They also need to seize opportunity.

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Preakness predictions: A look a head

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Baffert will look to make amends Saturday with favorite Bodemeister in the Preakness. In Lingerie paid $9.80, $5 and $4.80. Disposablepleasure returned $7.20 and Wildcat's Smile, with Rosie Napravik aboard, returned $8.60 to show.

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Facebook IPO falls short of the hype

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Facebook's debut will be the third-biggest US IPO – or initial public offering – in US history. Zuckerberg, who turned 28 on May 14, plans to sell 30.2 million shares in the IPO offering. That will net Zuckerberg about $1.1 billion.

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SpaceX set for historic commercial flight to station

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It's been nearly a year in the making, but SpaceX's historic mission to the International Space Station is on track to begin tomorrow with the blast off of its Dragon spacecraft. The unmanned mission will be a historic first for the

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Raven-Symone: 'My Sexual Orientation Is Mine'

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I'm not one, in my 25 year career, to disclose who I'm dating. And I shall not start now,” Raven Symone writes on Twitter.

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Sixers come back to stun Celtics, 92-83, in Game 4

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The Sixers spotted the Celtics 14 points to start the game, looked like they were ready to give up on the game early, got booed off the court at halftime, and the Celtics let them win. Unbelievable.

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Justin Verlander loses no-hitter in the ninth

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Justin Verlander summoned athletic trainer Kevin Rand and pitching coach Jeff Jones to the clubhouse after the seventh inning to examine a callus on his thumb that had begun to bleed. He wanted to stay in the game — and would have kept pitching if it

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Obama hosts G8, NATO leaders

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Despite much hand-wringing for city officials, the first rally of the NATO weekend — and two impromptu marches it inspired — went off without any major incidents Friday. The two groups of protesters that had been marching through the Loop converged

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Will Smith slaps reporter who tries to kiss him

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VIDEO – Will Smith slaps hits reporter after man kisses him at Men in Black 3 premiere in Moscow on May 18, 2012.

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Solar eclipse 2012: where the best views will be

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On May 20-21, 2012 an annular eclipse of the Sun will be visible from within a narrow corridor along Earth's northern Hemisphere — beginning in eastern Asia, crossing the North Pacific Ocean, and ending in the western

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Facebook IPO huge, but no 'pop'

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“Facebook's IPO is symbolic of America's ability to re- ignite itself,” said Lawrence Creatura, who helps oversee $363.6 billion as a Rochester, New York-based fund manager at Federated Investors Inc. “It's bigger than just a financial event.

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AP: Country singer Loretta Lynn married at 15, not 13

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She's going to play Loretta Lynn on Broadway. The country star made the announcement at the Grand Ole Opry this week. “It's a long way from Butcher Holler to Broadway in New York City,” Loretta said. “I know Zooey is going to be great — she sings and

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Jenny McCarthy to pose for Playboy again; Van Halen postpone concert dates

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Nearly 20 years after she first posed nude for the adult magazine, the 'Love in the Wild' host will make her return by gracing the cover of its July/August double issue.

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Kerry Wood and the greatest game pitched

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Facebook IPO huge but no pop

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Beijing-based Renren tumbled 21 percent, the most since its IPO a year ago, to $4.95 at 3:48 pm in New York. Before today, the shares had gained 76 percent this year on speculation the Facebook IPO may prompt investors to put a higher valuation on

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I'll Have Another Takes Aim at Preakness Win

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BALTIMORE (AP) — Hall of Fame jockey Kent Desormeaux won't ride in Saturday's Preakness after failing a Breathalyzer test in New York. Desormeaux, a two-time Preakness winner, was removed as the rider of 15-1 long

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Emanuel: Chicago NATO summit is already paying off

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A message to the NATO summit in Chicago: be realistic. Trade in items of low saliency to us, but of great import to Russia, for items that have little saliency for Russia but that are keenly sought by us. A line or two on how I came up with this

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Expect lower gas prices heading into Memorial Day

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Friday Marks Law Enforcement Memorial Day in New Hampshire, and a special ceremony will be held in Concord to honor the men and women who have died in the line of duty.

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Roy Hibbert leads Indiana Pacers to old-school beatdown of Miami Heat

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Last night, Lil Wayne was spotted court-side with Mack Maine watching the Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat game at the American Airlines Arena in Florida. You.

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American Idol: Joshua Ledet learns that three's a crowd (+video)

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“Neither man nor woman has sang that good with that much compassion, ever,” Tyler told gospel singer Joshua Ledet, 20, of Westlake, La., after his performance of James Brown's “It's a Man's World.” Ledet's take on Josh Groban's “You Raise Me Up” also

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After storm, Lisa Marie Presley finds grace in new album

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Lisa Marie Presley: 'You Ain´t Seen Nothin Yet' Video!

One of the most famous celebrity 'babies' of all time, Lisa Marie Presley, has had her fair share of personal turmoil. And being the child of a superstar can be hard for anyone to bear, especially when you're heir to the King. But has she finally found

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Miami Heat: Dwyane Wade struggles, erupts at Erik Spoelstra (updated)

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The Miami Heat just decided not to practice today after getting obliterated by the Pacers in Indy last night. They also canceled their media availability. No big deal? Or yet another signal that this thing is going down in flames?

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Van Halen Postpone Summer Tour Dates

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Van Halen have abruptly postponed all tour dates after their June 26 show in New Orleans with no explanation. The band yanked more than 30 long-planned dates, including shows in Milwaukee, Detroit, Cleveland, Salt Lake

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Jeremiah Wright on President Obama's faith

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WASHINGTON — Perhaps it wasn't how he hoped to make a splash, but TD Ameritrade founder J. Joe Ricketts hit the political big time this week when The New York Times reported that the Wyoming-based billionaire had

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Facebook IPO: More whimper than bang

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According to its S-1 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Facebook had 3539 employees at the end of March, up from 2431 at the end of the same period last year. The Menlo Park, Calif.-based firm has also

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Preakness: Can Mario Gutierrez Win Again?

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For 69-year-old Sharon Garry, they come at the rate of about two per year and they come at the Preakness, Maryland's Day at the Races at Pimlico Racetrack. Every year, she says, she is filmed sporting one of the eye-catching hats she designs and

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Miami Heat is getting hot under the collar

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Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat walks up the court after missing a shot against the Indiana Pacers in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Semifinals in the 2012 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 17, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Jeremiah Wright Flap, Early Political Spats Suggest Nothing Off-Limits In 2012

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The strange alliance between the nutcase wing of the Republican Party that spreads the lie that the president was born in Kenya and fearful Republican operatives who again push the Jeremiah Wright story is the secret weapon for Barack Obama,

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Facebook IPO Trading Delayed

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The time for talking has passed, and the time for buying has begun. We're tracking what could be one of the biggest IPOs in American history–and what will almost certainly be the biggest tech IPO ever–in this post.

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Tony Parker has a birthday win; Spurs go up 2-0 on Clippers

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Win an autographed basketball similar to this one by simply tweeting "#TonyTissotTues" and follow @Tissot. Each Tuesday that Tony Parker is in the playoffs, Tissot will be giving away a ball at NO

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Pacers Send Heat Into a Meltdown, Spurs Fan Recognized by Bonner

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Contributor Network – Thu, May 17, 2012 10:54 AM EDT A couple of years ago, many Indiana Pacers fans were just about ready to give up on team president Larry Bird and his long-range plan. After Reggie Miller retired in the spring of 2005,

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Memorial Day Ceremony to Honor Vietnam War Hero in Galveston After Being Added …

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Memorial Day is approaching, meaning that summer is right around the corner. Memorial Day sales are abundant with outdoor items at discounted prices, including patio sets and patio furniture, grills and grilling items, pool and water toys for the kids

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AP Photos: Jane Fonda _ with star power and a form-fitting dress _ on the red …

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Deadline.com reports that Jane Fonda has joined the cast of the upcoming comedy BETTER LIVING THROUGH CHEMISTRY. The actress joins previously announced cast members Sam Rockwell, Olivia Wilde, Michelle Monaghan, Ray Liotta, Ben Schwartz and Ken Howard.

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Last dance for Donna Summer and Chuck Brown

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"I just ask that if anybody know anything,More >> (RNN) – Donna Summer, the five-time Grammy award winning singer who dazzled the world with hits like Last Dance and Hot Stuff, has died. She was 63 years old.More >> Donna Summer, the five-time Grammy

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'American Idol' 2012: Joshua Ledet exits; Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanch

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If Phillip Phillips loses American Idol, kidney stones are more likely to cause his fall than one of the other singers. By Michael Becker, Fox Phillip Phillips has been the contestant to beat this season on 'American Idol.

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Gospel legend Marvin Winans talks about carjacking

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By Bill Laitner, Gina Damron and Elisha Anderson Pastor Marvin Winans on the roof of his 5000 seat Perfecting Church on Woodward at 7 Mile in Detroit, Mich., Tuesday, July 26, 2011. / SUSAN TUSADetroit Free Press Detroit police said tonight they have

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Buffett's Berkshire to buy Media General papers

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The equines are all located on one property and show signs ofMore >> NEW YORK (AP) – Billionaire Warren Buffett's company is making its largest foray into newspapers yet, agreeing to buy 63 papers from Media General Inc. Richmond, Va.

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Diana Ross: Live In Central Park

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Photo by Albert Watson Enter to win 1 of 5 copies of Diana Ross: Live In Central Park on DVD! To enter, just comment this blog with your favorite Diana Ross son.

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San Antonio Spurs Give Tony Parker 2-0 Series Lead as Birthday Gift

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Tony Parker scored 22 points on his 30th birthday, Tim Duncan had 18 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the fading Los Angeles Clippers 105-88 on Thursday night, pushing their winning streak to 16 and taking a 2-0 lead in their Tony Parker scored 22

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Nurses' protest to draw thousands ahead of NATO summit, scores of Chicago …

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Life as we know it may be disrupted a bit while the eyes of the world are on Chicago for three days. Ditch the latte and extra bags if you ride Metra while the NATO Summit is being held in Chicago. Courtesy of Metra For the first time the North

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Preakness: I'll Have Another, Bodemeister to duel again

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Tribune Newspapers BALTIMORE — Rick Dutrow knows there's a difference coming into the Preakness with a horse who has won the Kentucky Derby and one who didn't even make it to the starting gate at Churchill Downs. If anything, it might be a little

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Facebook's IPO price: $38 per share

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Facebook the world's largest social network, is poised to write history Friday when it makes its stock market deb — Nah, just kidding.

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Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade crumble on big stage, but why?

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Dwyane Wade is frustrated with his play and had to take it out on someone.

But one has to wonder if Indiana Pacers, and former Hornets, guard Darren Collison had done the same thing to Dwyane Wade, instead of the other way around, would Collison be sitting out tonight's Game 3 of the Eastern

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Mitt Romney repudiates idea of using Jeremiah Wright against Obama

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Wright By Greg Sargent This morning, the Romney campaign repudiated that plan being hatched by GOP operatives to run millions in ads tying Obama to Jeremiah Wright. But as I noted earlier, Romney himself used Wright to attack Obama during an interview

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The Last Dance: Donna Summer (1948-2012)

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Singer Donna Summer, whose songs defined the music of the Disco 70?s has died after a battle with cancer, according to her family.

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New case of flesh-eating bacteria reported in SC mom

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Flesh-Eating Disease Strikes Again: New Mom Fights For Her Life. Mother of twins in critical Related Items aimee copeland flesh eating disease South Carolina Flesh-Eating Disease Victim Likely To Lose More Limbs

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Many Folks Expected To Stay Home For Memorial Day

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BENTONVILLE, Ark., May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — Memorial Day marks the official start to summer when families dust off their grills and start planning for a season filled with outdoor gatherings. Whether planning a holiday BBQ or prepping a

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Facebook sets bar high for huge IPO

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Here's the story: Angel investor and all-around web magnate Chris Sacca wrote a quick tweet early yesterday about how it'd be cool if there was a website where people could predict where Facebook's stock will end up at the end of its first day as a

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Discover Financial Services to Present at Deutsche Bank Global Financial …

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It can be hard to get good recommendations of activities or places to try out; often we just see whatever's most popular. Schemer is linked to Google+ and sets you up with great, targeted recommendations. by Rob Lightner May 17, 2012 2:08 PM PDT If you

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'American Idol' Finale: Phillip Phillips Vs. Jessica Sanchez!

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By DERRIK J. LANG AP FILE – In this May 9, 2012 file photo provided by Fox, contestant Phillip Phillips performs on the singing competition series "American Idol," in Los Angeles. With the eleventh season finale of "American Idol" just a week away,

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Donna Summer dead at 63

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Donna Summer died Thursday morning after a battle with lung cancer.

Donna Summer died Thursday after a battle with cancer. The singer's soaring voice and sensual purrs made her a queen of disco and an enduring figure in the music industry long past the genre's heyday.

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New Book Casts Doubt on Obama's Christian Identity

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I've just completed a book on Obama's mentor, Frank Marshall Davis, set for release in July, titled The Communist: Frank Marshall Davis, the Untold Story of Barack Obama's Mentor. In my research, I read about 500 pages of the Chicago Star,

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Facebook's Eduardo Saverin Saves $67 Million in Tax by Leaving US

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(Reuters) – Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, who has renounced his US citizenship, was accused on Thursday by two US senators of dodging taxes on Facebook stock-market profits. When the company goes public on Friday, Saverin will make a fortune.

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Rays give Will Rhymes day off

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A horrifying scene unfolded at Tropicana Field in the bottom of the eighth inning of tonight's Rays-Red Sox game as Tampa Bay infielder Will Rhymes collapsed on the field after being hit on the arm by a pitch from Boston's Franklin Morales.

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Robert Kennedy Jr.'s Estranged Wife, Mary, Died by Hanging

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Kennedy was found dead yesterday on the family's property in Bedford, NY A medical examiner says the estranged wife of Robert Kennedy Jr. died of asphyxiation due to hanging. Kennedy, who was 52, had struggled with drug and alcohol charges in recent

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'Idol' Recap: Phillip Phillips earns rave reviews from judges as Top 3 fight …

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Farris Screen printing is working on getting new shirts designs created, such as the peace, love, and Phillip shirt. / Ashley Knight An Albany business is joining the Phillip Phillips frenzy and helping a local charity in the process.

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Donna Summer, Disco Queen, dead at 63

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9:27 AM PST- TMZ has learned Donna died from lung cancer. Several sources are telling us Donna believed she contracted it by inhaling toxic…

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Estranged Kennedy wife died of asphyxiation due to hanging, autopsy reveals

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Mary Richardson Kennedy's life had both highlights and troubled moments, and they played out publicly because of the famous political family she married into in 1994.

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RFK Jr.'s estranged wife, 52, found dead

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More than three decades later, in 1999, John F. Kennedy Jr.; his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy; and his sister-in-law, Lauren Bessette, died when a plane he was piloting crashed in the waters off Martha's Vineyard,

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Kings: Hanzal suspension not enough

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By Matt Brooks It's good to be the Kings. (Jeff Gross – Getty Images) Playoff fever is rampant in Los Angeles this week as both of the city's NBA teams and it's hockey team continue their postseason runs. And while the Lakers and Clippers still

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Early notice of flesh-eating bacteria may have saved mom

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A South Carolina woman who gave birth to twins days ago is the latest victim of "flesh-eating bacteria." WLTX-TV in Columbia reports that Lana Kuykendall is being treated at Greenville Memorial Hospital. "Right now, just very worried, very upset,

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Coyotes-Kings Preview

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(AP) — The Los Angeles Kings have maintained their discipline and cool during a dominant playoff run that has them two wins away from the team's first Stanley Cup finals appearance since 1993 with Wayne Gretzky. They've frustrated the Phoenix Coyotes

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NATO summit gives Chicago coveted global spotlight

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Afghanistan and the economy will be the focus of the NATO Summit here in Chicago. Mary Ann Ahern reports. Besides NATO Summit road closures, this weekend's Crosstown Classic and this month's first real beach weekend have the potential to be a giant

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Marvin Winans recalls gas station attack: It started with music talk

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The minister and legendary gospel singer, who delivered Houston's eulogy, was attacked while filling his fuel tank Wednesday.

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Rock the Bells 2012 taps Missy Elliott, A$AP Rocky, J. Cole, more

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Announced earlier at the launch party at the House of Blues in LA, were this year's lineup for Rock The Bells. The festival begins at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, CA on August 18 & 19, Shoreline Amphitheatre in

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Rumbling Thunder show an ability to close the playoff deal

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When you see a fan made rap playoffs rap anthem titled color 1 and color 2 you think they're gonna do the same 'Black And Yellow' everyone else does,

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Chuck Brown captivates audience at The Gallery at Vivid Solutions

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Last August, The Gallery at Vivid Solutions and Vivid Solutions DC Print Lab in Anacostia welcomed Chuck Brown, the 'Godfather of Go-Go,' to view '(Un)Lock It: The Percussive People in the Go-go Pocket.' The exhibition of photgraphs documenting a slice

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Memorial Day travel expected to rise as gas prices fall

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The Westborough Memorial Day 2012 Grand Marshals are John Matson and Stephen Sullivan (posthumously). Members of Sullivan's family will represent him in the parade and ceremonies on Monday, May 28. John was born in 1944 and performed his military

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Blue Jays' Brett Lawrie suspended after hitting umpire with helmet

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By Houston Mitchell Major League Baseball suspended Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie for four games and fined him an undisclosed amount after his batting helmet bounced up and hit an umpire during an argument during Tuesday's game against

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Kevin Durant helps make this game a steal

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Kevin Durant scored 22 points and rattled in the go-ahead basket on By The Associated Press SUE OGROCKI / AP Thunder forward Serge Ibaka, left, blocks a shot by Lakers center Andrew Bynum during the second quarter. No comments have been posted to

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'Shape-ups' shoemaker fined $40 million; FTC cites bogus fitness claims

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The Skechers Shape-ups fitness shoes promoted by Kim Kardashian, Brooke Burke and other celebs allegedly deceived customers with bogus claims about weight loss and muscle toning, and now the company has agreed

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Nick Stahl search focused on LA's skid row; remembering Chuck Brown

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The LA Philharmonic's first violinist performed on Wednesday for homeless men and women at downtown's Skid Row Mental Health Center. Robert Gupta is a friend and teacher of Nathaniel Ayers, who inspired newspaper columns and later the book and movie,

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Pressuring Lundqvist Pays Off for Devils

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The Devils needed more than 98 minutes of ice time over nearly 50 hours of real time, but they finally found a way Wednesday to score an even-strength goal against Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist. The goal came, no surprise, on a deflection.

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NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder scores final 9 points to beat Los Angeles Lakers 77 …

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Just over four hours from now, the Oklahoma City Thunder will take the court for Game 2 of Round 2 in the NBA Playoffs.Fans can hardly contain.

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RFK Jr.'s estranged wife found dead in New York

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Updated 11:52 PM ET (CBS/AP) Mary Kennedy, the estranged wife of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and who had fought drug and alcohol problems, was found dead in her home in Mount Kisco, New York. She was 52. A statement from Mary Kennedy's family and obtained

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Whitestone Memorial Day Parade struggles for support

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Going somewhere Memorial Day weekend? AAA projects that 34.8 million Americans plan to travel 50 miles or more during the holiday weekend (Thursday, May 24, to Monday, May 28). That's 1.2% more travelers compared

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Sarah Kwak: Strong forecheck helps Devils checkmate Rangers in Game 2

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from Katie Strang of ESPN New York,. At a glance: After shutting out their Hudson River rivals 3-0 in Game 1 Monday at Madison Square Garden, the Rangers aim to do something they have yet to accomplish this post-season:

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Flesh-eating condition caused by common bacteria

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Doctors in Georgia may be able to save more of flesh-eating bacteria patient Aimee Copeland's limbs than originally thought, her father said in a blog post Saturday. Copeland, 24, of Snellville, Ga., remained in critical

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Lakers give it away to Thunder, 77-75, in Game 2

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By The Associated Press SUE OGROCKI / AP Thunder forward Serge Ibaka, left, blocks a shot by Lakers center Andrew Bynum during the second quarter. No comments have been posted to this article. OKLAHOMA CITY — Even down late, the Oklahoma City Thunder

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Griffin: Brett Lawrie appeals four-game suspension for hitting umpire with helmet

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Brett Lawrie was right to be upset about the two strikes that got him ejected on Tuesday, but framer extraordinaire Jose Molina had as much to do with the calls as umpire Bill Miller. – Keywords: brett lawrie, blue jays, rays,

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Pacquiao Is Put on Defensive Over Same-Sex Marriage View

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Manny Pacquaio was scheduled to sit down for an interview with Extra host Mario Lopez at The Grove today, but management at the Hollywood Mall announced.

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'Criminal Minds' Recap: Banks, Bombs and a Bittersweet Goodbye

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Criminal Minds season 7 comes to an end this week with episodes 23, "Hit," and 24, "Run." The BAU has bank-robbing serial killers to deal with, and they'll be joined on the case by Will (Josh Stewart). Why did it take so long for the BAU to get on the

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LAPD watching skid row for missing actor Nick Stahl

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DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES – On Saturday, May 19, volunteers will join forces on two Skid Row neighborhood efforts. At 10 am, good samaritans will meet at San Julian.

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Devils, Clarkson beat Rangers 3-2, tie series

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from Katie Strang of ESPN New York,. At a glance: After shutting out their Hudson River rivals 3-0 in Game 1 Monday at Madison Square Garden, the Rangers aim to do something they have yet to accomplish this post-season:

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Bode leads Baffert to Preakness

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Lisa Schatz, owner of Cupcake, shows some of the Preakness dresses they have for sale at her store in Fells Point. (Lloyd Fox, Baltimore Sun / May 9, 2012) By John-John Williams IV, The Baltimore Sun Lisa Schatz starts her Preakness shopping eight

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Celtics Top 76ers 107-91 in Game 3 for 2-1 Lead

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By Elizabeth Dinan GREENLAND — The late Police Chief Michael Maloney, members of the town's police force, and officers assigned to the NH Attorney General's Drug Task Force were honored during a Boston Celtics game Monday night with a Heroes Among Us

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Manny Pacquiao pans anti-gay claims

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Manny Pacquiao has come under fire for things he didn't say about gay marriage in the past days. Bad Left Hook has more.

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'Ghost Hunters' Grant Wilson: 'I'll never stop investigating'

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By Kate O'Hare On Wednesday, May 16, Syfy's long-running reality hit "Ghost Hunters" loses half of its founding team, as plumber-turned-paranormal investigator Wilson puts down his flashlight, EMF meter and infrared motion sensor and leads his last

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Gov. Christie says video with Cory Booker is 'emblematic' of his approach to …

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The Class of 2012 was addressed by Cory Booker of Newark, NJ in a Mother's Day speech in which he told them their accomplishment was not just their own, but of ancestors who toiled before them. Booker spoke of his father, who says he was raised a "po'

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Kings Remain Calm, Continuing Road Run

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LOS ANGELES — Staples Center is always among the world's busiest arenas, hosting a jam-packed slate of concerts and shows crammed between games for the NBA's Lakers and Clippers and the NHL's Kings. But the downtown Los Angeles venue is preparing for

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Kings bring dominant playoff run back home

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Bob Wall sits at home in cottage country north of Toronto and takes true delight in the run this playoff season of the Los Angeles Kings. As he should. “They've come an awful long way since my days,” said Wall, 69, the first captain in Kings history.

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Bodemeister 8-5 Morning Line Favorite in Preakness

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The morning line odds for the 2012 Preakness Stakes were released Tuesday and Kentucky Derby runner-up Bodemeister was listed as the early favorite. The morning line odds are set by the track and will remain the same

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Student fighting flesh-eating bacteria so far "accepting" of injuries, father says

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Learn answers to common questions about necrotizing fasciitis, the infection that has taken Aimee Copeland's leg and may claim her life.

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Easter Island archaeology project digs up island's secrets

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By By Alexandra Kroeger Cal State Long Beach archaeology professor Carl Lipo has gained recognition for his book “The Statues That Walked: Unraveling the Mystery of Easter Island,” which breaks the tradition of labeling Easter Island as a

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Lawyers for ex-Senator John Edwards rest case

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by Diane Dimond May 16, 2012 1:42 PM EDT Jaws collectively dropped at John Edwards's trial on Wednesday as the defense made the shocking decision to rest their case. Diane Dimond on why his attorneys decided just over two days of underwhelming

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Ratings: NCIS, NCIS: LA Finales Lead the Way; Glee, Cougar Town Drop

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By Joyce Eng, TV GUIDE CBS topped Tuesday in viewership and the adults 18-to-49 demographic, thanks to the season finales of NCIS and NCIS: Los Angeles. The mothership series earned 18.7 million viewers and a 3.5 rating, rising four-tenths in the demo

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Indiana Pacers Even Series with Win Over Miami Heat: Fan Reaction

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For the all the rebounding and scoring forward David West provides the Indiana Pacers, his Cummins hires ex-candidate for mayor, Super Bowl official Melina Kennedy, former Democratic An Indiana diocese asked a federal court Monday to reject a

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Deb Fischer's win should not erase the discussion of the war on women

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Nebraska state Senator Deb Fischer won the Republican nomination Tuesday to run for a US Senate seat in November. She will face former Senator Bob Kerrey, a Democrat who represented the state from 1988-2000.

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Solar Eclipse 2012: How 'Ring Of Fire' Observers Can Protect Their Eyes

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On May 20, 2012, a rare solar eclipse alignment will happen between the Earth, the Sun and, the central star Alcyone in the Pleiades Constellation. It takes earth 26000 years to travel around Alcyone.

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How long can Heat survive in 2-on-5 mode vs. Pacers?

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The Pacers were no prizes themselves down the stretch: George missed a pair of free throws at 1:20, Roy Hibbert and George Hill split their pairs in the final minutes. Yet they hung on, trusted their defense and fended off the

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MLBFiercely intense Brett Lawrie hurts Jays with temper

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The biggest story in baseball this morning is Brett Lawrie's emotional outburst and ejection from last night's Toronto Blue Jays/Tampa Bay Rays game and the suspension that will likely result. Interestingly enough, I was

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AAA projects a 1.2% rise in Memorial Day travel

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Memorial Day Parade Lineup. May 16, 2012 By BloomingdaleNJ. 2012 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE. BLOOMINGDALE. MONDAY, MAY 28, 2012. PARADE OFFICIALS: MAYOR JONAHAN DUNLEAVY. MAYOR ROBER

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Billy Bob Thornton wins praise from ex-wife Angelina Jolie

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Billy Bob Thornton, acclaimed actor and award-winning director, recently opened up during an interview with Juju Chang on ABC's “Nightline”. During the piece, Thornton admitted that it was his own inherent insecurities that

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'Dancing With the Stars' 2012: Maria Menounos goes home; Katherine Jenkins,

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Casting has begun for the show, set to premiere in the fall.

The NBC audience fell with "Fashion Star" attracting just 4.9 million. "Dancing With the Stars" ejected Maria Menounos, and 12.9 million watched the ABC contest. "Private Practice" pulled in 7.1 million for its season finale.

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Georgia Woman With Flesh-Eating Disease Celebrates Small Victories

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Flesh-Eating Bacteria Victim Can't Remember Accident Watch Video College Student Battles Flesh-Eating Bacteria Watch Video Student With Flesh-Eating Bacteria 'Critical' Watch Video Copeland beat the odds by surviving the flesh-eating Aeromonas

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Rested Spurs win Game 1 over weary Clippers 108-92

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San Antonio Spurs' Tim Duncan, center, congratulates teammates Tony Parker, left, and Manu Ginobili, right, during the third quarter of Game 1 at San Antonio on Tuesday night. / Eric Gay, AP By J. Michael Falgoust, USA TODAY Like the Oklahoma City

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'Dancing With the Stars' results recap: No laughing matter

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by Tristan MacManus Ballroom dancing pro and amateur leprechaun Tristan MacManus continues to check in with EW.com even after he and partner Gladys Knight were eliminated in their quest for the coveted mirrorball trophy. On the Macy's Design a Dance

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'America's Got Talent' Recap: The Voice Within

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By Joyce Eng, TV GUIDE Monday's Season 7 premiere, featuring the shock jock as a new judge, pulled in 10.3 million viewers and a 3.6 in the adults 18-to-49 demographic – down from the 4.2 it earned last year. However, last season premiered after sweeps

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McNamee Turned on Clemens Over Son's Illness

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By Joseph White | AP WASHINGTON – Speaking softly, nervously, and in detail, Brian McNamee testified about the life-changing moment when, he said, he first gave Roger Clemens a “booty shot'' of steroids. The government's star witness in the Clemens

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NBA playoffs: Pacers cool Heat, tying Eastern series at one

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Apparently, after the Pacers won Game 2 in South Beach, they were excited. They hooted and hollered some. This is shocking, of course, because most underdogs don't enjoy winning playoff games on the road. So of course

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Amile Jefferson headed to Duke

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By JP Giglio – jgiglio@newsobserver.com NC State got some future help for its basketball program on Monday and could get some immediate help from top-25 recruit Amile Jefferson Tuesday. Jefferson, a McDonald's All-American forward from Philadelphia,

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Roger Clemens Trial: Brian McNamee Turned On Pitcher, Supplied Evidence Over …

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By The Associated Press Thumbnail sketches of the eight female and four male jurors who will decide whether pitcher Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs, By The Associated Press Thumbnail sketches of the

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Dutrow brings baggage to Preakness

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The Preakness will never get the love that the Kentucky Derby does. Here's why: fancy hats vs. tank tops; Millionaires Row vs. a raucous infield party; mint juleps vs. the Black Eyed Susan (sour mix, whiskey, vodka); Peggy Pegasus vs. Kegasus.

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Pacers pull out Game 2 win vs. Bosh-less Heat

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No Big Three meant one big problem for Miami, and one very big win for Indiana. David West scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, George Hill added 15, and the Indiana Pacers took home-court advantage away from Miami by beating the Heat, 78-75,

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Boxer Manny Pacquiao comes out against same-sex marriage just after President …

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President Barack Obama came out in favor of same-sex marriage last week, but he won't be able to count on support from boxing champion Manny Pacquiao. The immensely popular boxer – and the first-ever to win titles in eight different weight classes

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'America's Got Talent' recap: San Francisco auditions weird and wonderful

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An extended, four-minute look at the upcoming reboot, set to hit the big screen July 3rd, debuted Monday night with the season premiere of "America's Got Talent." The footage chiefly centers around a scene where Spider-Man (played by Andrew Garfield)

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NBA: San Antonio Spurs hold off Los Angeles Clippers in Game 1

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SPURS — San Antonio Spurs Kawahi Leonard drives to the basket as Los Angeles Clippers Kenyon Martin tries to defend during the second half of game one in the Western Conference semifinals at AT&T Center, Tuesday,

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Easter Island statues have full bodies and contain ancient petroglyphs

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by Jamie Frevele | 4:57 pm, May 11th Seriously, how did it take humans this long to realize that there might be bodies attached to those heads? Well, there are bodies attached to those heads, and here they are! (via Think Box) Sad news from the comic

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NCIS: Los Angeles Season Finale Review: Checkmate

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Admit it, NCIS: Los Angeles fans. You've been wishing and praying for Kensi (Daniela Ruah) and Deeks (Eric Christian Olsen) to take their sexual-tension-laced banter out of the car and into their personal life. Well tomorrow's new episode might be

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Facebook IPO set to rake in more than $100 billion

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The world's largest social network is going public. Here's what you need to know about the company and its shares.

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Guggenheim Museum Present Retrospective of Rineke Dijkstra, 6/29-10/3

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A plan to build a new Guggenheim museum on the Helsinki waterfront has been rejected by politicians in Finland. The Helsinki city board voted eight to seven against putting the 140 million euro (£114m) project forward for the city council's

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Miami Heat loses Game 2 to Indiana Pacers, series tied 1-1

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David West scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and the Pacers took home-court advantage away from Miami by beating the Heat 78-75 in Game 2 of the teams' Eastern Conference semifinal series Tuesday night – after LeBron James and Dwyane Wade both

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Lessons After the Last Lecture From Jai Pausch

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Spray-Tan Murder Trial: Defense's Case Watch Video 'Spray Tan Defense' Used in Murder Case Watch Video Randy Pausch's Last Lecture: Wife's Take Watch Video The prosecution alleges that the call happened moments after Kaufman strangled his wife to death

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Solar Eclipse 2012: National Parks To Give Good View Of Sunday's 'Ring Of Fire'

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A rare "ring" eclipse is coming to California Sunday evening — the first of its kind to enter the continental United States since 1994.

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Donovan McNabb slims down, but will any NFL team want him?

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By Dan Hanzus By Dan Hanzus Donovan McNabb continues to make statements that leave him wide-open for petty digs about his relative worth. Last week, the veteran quarterback said he would "absolutely" vote himself in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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Obama on 'The View': Dear Mr. President, please stop appearing on …

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http://abcn.ws/JOWtxm JP Morgan – 'Best Managed Banks' – Hours after a top JPMorgan Chase executive retired in the wake of a stunning $2 billion trading loss, President Obama told the hosts of ABC's “The View” that the bank's risky bets exemplified the

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Henry Kissinger praises airport security agents for their 'courtesy' during …

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And now we learn of the latest high-profile search-ee: former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. Kissinger, who will be 89 this month, was spotted on Friday at LaGuardia airport in New York, getting routed to the pat-down line

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President Obama to hosts on ABC's 'The View': You need to pay more taxes!

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President Obama corrected Elisabeth Hasselbeck about his position on gay marriage on Tuesday's "The View."

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Flesh-eating bacteria risk rare despite Ga. student case

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By Michelle Healy, USA TODAY Aimee Copeland, the Georgia graduate student battling a life-threatening, flesh-eating bacterial infection, was still on a respirator Tuesday in an Augusta, Ga., hospital, but she is improving, her father says.

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Sarah Hyland of 'Modern Family' fame thanks supporters after kidney transplant …

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'MODERN FAMILY' STAR OPENS UP ABOUT HER KIDNEY transplant: "Modern Family" star Sarah Hyland has a health condition that required her to get a kidney transplant. Hyland, 21, reveals in the June/July issue of Seventeen she's been coping with a lifelong

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'America's Got Talent' recap: Howard Stern makes his debut

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Francisco, as auditions continue on NBC's “America's Got Talent.” The show airs at 8 pm on WKYC-TV Channel 3 and WTOV-TV Channel 9. and WTOV-TV Channel 9. Tonight, the three remaining contestants must create a showcase for each of the retailers,

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"The Bachelorette": Emily Maynard begins her search for love

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Get ready for the most painfully engrossing yet boring season of The Bachelorette ever. Previous seasons of the show required contestants to travel to Los Angeles for filming, but because Bachelorette Emily has a young daughter and is based in North

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'Bachelorette' Recap: Former winner Jesse Csincsak gives us his 'yays' and 'no …

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"Bachelorette" Emily Maynard and her daughter are ready to find love. Some bachelors, sadly, spared no expense to make their memorable first impression something that none of us will ever (as hard as we try) forget.

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Donovan McNabb wants to play football. But does anyone want him?

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By Chuck Schilken Donovan McNabb thinks he can still play quarterback in the NFL. At this point, though, none of the 32 teams seems to agree with him. McNabb is a 13-year veteran and six-time Pro Bowl selection who played in five NFC championships and

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Q&A: Flesh-eating bacteria and how they attack

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The views expressed are not those of this site, this station or its affiliated companies. By posting your comments you agree to accept our terms of use. US stocks were poised for a positive start Tuesday, following better-than-expected economic growth

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Oklahoma City Thunder Expose Los Angeles Lakers as Team Not Built for an NBA …

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CELEBRATION: Oklahoma City's Kevin Durant (35) celebrates the Thunder's win following game one of the first round in the NBA playoffs between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Dallas Mavericks at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Saturday,

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'Dancing With the Stars': Our pros grade Katherine Jenkins, Donald Driver …

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Mark Ballas talks about Katherine Jenkins' injury and what it means for their future on “Dancing With the Stars.”

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Sarah Hyland of 'Modern Family' reveals kidney transplant at 21

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Sarah Hyland has been battling kidney dysplasia for years and in a new Seventeen magazine article the “Modern Family” star details a life-saving kidney transplant she underwent in April.

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Most popular baby names … for now. Beware, Sophia.

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Since 1999, “Jacob” has been at the top of the list of baby names for boys. Once again, it kept it's status as the most popular boys name in 2011. What was number one name for girls and what other names made the top ten?

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AAA: Memorial Day Car Travel to Increase This Year

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Peace Officers Memorial Day is held annually in the United States on May 15, and is observed in conjunction with Police Week. President John F. Kennedy signed the bill into law on Oct. 1, 1962. "This week, we pay tribute to the thousands of men and

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Oklahoma City Thunder clobber Lakers in Game 1; 76ers even series with 82-81 …

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SB Nation is a collection of over 300 individual communities, each offering high quality year-round coverage and conversation led by fans who are passionate about their favorite teams, leagues or sports. By empowering fans

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James Buchanan, COO of Massey Electric, dies

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I thought that was James Buchanan. Frankly, I'd rather be sucking tit on the cover of Time magazine! Let's be careful what you say about James B.

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Basketball Wives Recap: Tami Roman's Public Apology to Kesha Nichols

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"Basketball Wives" star Tami Roman finally settled the hair lawsuit filed against her and TMZ has learned the show will NOT be disappointing its…

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Donovan McNabb cutting weight in bid for new NFL opportunity

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By Dan Hanzus By Dan Hanzus Donovan McNabb continues to make statements that leave him wide-open for petty digs about his relative worth. Last week, the veteran quarterback said he would "absolutely" vote himself in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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Facebook stock not for small pocketbooks

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Facebook has filed paperwork for an initial public offering of stock. Its public debut, expected this week, will be the most anticipated tech IPO since Google went public in August 2004. Below is a look at how the stocks of some recently public

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Oklahoma City Thunder slam Lakers 119-90 in OKC

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Bob Bandy of Moore holds a sign before Game 1 in the second round of the NBA playoffs between the Oklahoma City Thunder and LA Lakers at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Monday, May 14, 2012. Photo by Bryan Terry, The Oklahoman 05/14/2012

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Sophia, Jacob the most popular baby names of 2011

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By Stephen Ohlemacher Associated Press Tuesday May 15, 2012 6:36 AM WASHINGTON — Reality TV is giving birth to some of the most popular baby names. No, not Snooki. But Mason, as in Kourtney Kardashian's son, jumped 10 spots to become the second most

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Behind the Box Score, where the Oklahoma City Thunder look better than everyone

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OKLAHOMA CITY – The Lakers' plane left the Game 7 glory behind, navigated the cottony cumulus clouds of Oklahoma and on Sunday hit the hard prairie country ground where the Oklahoma City Thunder has been resting

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'How I Met Your Mother' season finale recap: Marvin Waitforit Eriksen

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Almost two years after first offering a glimpse at Barney's (Neil Patrick Harris) wedding, somewhere in the increasingly near future, How I Met Your Mother wrapped up its seventh season by revealing the identity of his bride.

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'The Bachelorette' season premiere recap: Who's Your (Daughter's) Daddy?

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By Kristi Turnquist, The Oregonian View full sizeABCBeaverton's Tony Pieper is among the guys who will be trying to woo Emily Maynard as a new season of "The Bachelorette" begins tonight. Tonight's options range from the loud and silly to one of the

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LightSquared Pulls the Plug

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(Reuters) – LightSquared Inc , the startup telecommunications company bankrolled by hedge fund manager Philip Falcone, is expected to file for bankruptcy protection in the next hours, sources familiar with the matter said. Falcone has until Monday at 5

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Dimon heads into JPM annual meeting as losses loom

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Tomorrow CEO Jamie Dimon will face some very disappointed shareholders at the bank's annual meeting in Tampa, Florida. It's pretty unlikely we'll see Dimon step down as CEO and Chairman as UBS CEO Oswald Grübel did in September following a $2.3 billion

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Top US baby names 2012: Sophia, Jacob remain most popular names

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WASHINGTON — Reality TV is giving birth to some of the most popular baby names. No, not Snooki. But Mason, as in Kourtney Kardashian's son, jumped 10 spots to become the second most popular name for newborn boys

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Hot-shooting Thunder run over Lakers in Game 1

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He's rapped about loving her, he's rapped about marrying her, and now Kanye West is making sure the world knows that he's dating her. Or so it seems: Touchy-feely couple Kanye and Kim Kardashian sat courtside at the L.A.

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Gov. Jerry Brown slashes programs for the poor, threatens to do the same to …

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Jerry Brown demanded public-employee unions cut compensation by 10 percent. If the People's Republic of California is adopting fiscal responsibility, perhaps America can too. For unions, Jerry Brown has been the governor who always kept on giving.

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'Bachelorette' Emily meets her 25 men

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This time around, if a guy falls in love with me, I want it to be the true Emily that all my friends know,” says “Bachelorette” Emily Maynard. “I don't want it to be the shy, nervous, awkward Emily that a lot of people have gotten to

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Adrian Dater: No rest, no problem as Rangers outlast Devils in Game 1

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The New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils meet in a reunion of 1994 and a veritable nightmare for fans of the Atlantic rival New York Islanders.

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'Swamp People' cast member Mitchell Guist dies

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Mitchell Guist of Swamp People has died. He reportedly fell out of his boat after a seizure on May 14, 2012.

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Rangers Blank Devils In Game 1

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The Devils are back in the conference finals, and for the second time in club history their opponent for the Prince of Wales Trophy (and more importantly a trip to the Stanley Cup Finals) will be the rival Rangers.

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'Survivor: One World' winner Kim Spradlin: 'I didn't want to put my fate in …

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Christina Cha and Alicia Rosa took fourth and fifth place, respectively on "Survivor: One World" and while they may have started out pretty rough on the show, in their exit interview with Zap2it, the friendship was palpable.

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Shareholder revolt against JPMorgan CEO unlikely

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For Immediate Release. Chicago, IL – May 14, 2012 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks

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Top baby names of 2011: Sophia, Jacob and… Briella?

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Eds: With BC-US–Baby Names. By AP The 2012 Presidential race is expected to be dominated by which candidate has the best plan. Whether it's exposing the fine print, blasting bad businesses, or keeping a watchful eye on those trying to tap into your

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Memorial Day observances planned throughout city

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The number-one resource for online pool supplies, PoolGear Plus, has launched a Memorial Day Sale that offers the best prices for the season on 3” chlorine tablets, granular chlorine, pool shock, and many other pool chemicals. These great deals on pool

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'The Bachelorette's' Emily Maynard: 'Bachelor' Brad Womack 'is excited for me'

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By Elizabeth Kwiatkowski, 05/01/2012 Emily Maynard's search for love will have a more European feel to it than prior The Bachelorette seasons. ABC has announced Maynard will visit Dubrovnik, Croatia; Prague, Czech Republic; and London, England during

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Facebook IPO: A look at who's selling shares in the social network

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Facebook's chief executive turned 28 on Monday, setting in motion the social network's biggest week ever. The company is expected to start selling stock to the public for the first time and begin trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market on Friday. The IPO

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Sophia, Jacob most popular baby names of 2011

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Jacob continues to dominate in the land of boy baby names, taking the No. 1 spot for the 13th year in a row. But there's a new winner in the female category: After twoyears atop the list, Isabella has now been replaced by

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Booker T. and the MGs, Blues Brothers bassist Donald “Duck” Dunn dies at 70

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Donald “Duck” Dunn, the legendary bass player for rock band Booker T. and the M.G.'s, died early Sunday morning while on tour in Japan. He was 70. The SF.

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With JPMorgan Chase's Ina Drew Out, Few Top Wall Street Women Left Standing

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Three JPMorgan Chase executives will take the fall for the “Fail Whale” trades that have so far cost the firm $2 billion.

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JPMorgan CIO chief Drew quits after trading loss

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Update: now S&P is also one month behind Egan Jones: JPMorgan Chase & Co. Outlook to Negative From Stable by S&P. Only NRSRO in pristinely good standing is Moodys, and then the $2.1 billion margin call will be

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'The Bachelorette' starts tonight — will you be ready?

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Considering the heartbreak she endured a year ago when she and Brad Womack hit the skids after he proposed to her on The Bachelor, those close to her are hoping Emily Maynard makes the right choice among her sexy

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Facebook IPO has privacy implications, advocates say

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If you're not already talking about the Facebook IPO, you soon will be. The social networking behemoth is set to go public in one of the largest initial public offerings in history on Friday. The event marks the rare intersection of Wall Street

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Girl With Flesh-Eating Disease Can't Remember Events

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Flesh-eating Disease Causes Girl To Lose Leg And Possibly Fingers! FILED UNDER: News. POSTED BY: StephB | May 13, 2012. A flesh-eating bug invaded Aimee Copeland's body while she was zip-lining in Georgia and has caused her to

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'Survivor: One World' Winner: 'I Got Lucky'

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'I feel like people are giving me too much credit,' Kim Spradlin tells MTV News about winning the latest season of 'Survivor.' By Josh Wigler (@RoundHoward) NEW YORK — Thirty-nine days, 18 people, one Survivor and it's exactly who it should have

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Facebook's Zuckerberg focuses on mobile strategy as IPO nears

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Wozniak, who built the first Apple computer with Steve Jobs and co-founded the company with him in 1976, said he would buy Facebook's stock regardless of its valuation. Facebook plans to raise as much as $11.8 billion in an IPO scheduled for Thursday

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Your call: Do you walk Josh Hamilton?

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Josh Hamilton. So at some point today, Josh Hamilton will be named the American League Player of the Week. Sorry to ruin the suspense but is there any doubt? Plus it will give opportunity to speculate what will happen with

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Family watches 'miraculous survival' of woman fighting flesh-eating bacteria

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Brenda Koch is a thirteen year survivor of necrotizing fasciitis and seeing Aimee's story made her want to share her story with the Copeland family.

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What being "Mom enough" really means

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Desperate Housewives Finale Proves Classically Desperate

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By Tom Gliatto Desperate Housewives is over. For longtime fans of the ABC comedy-drama, the two-hour finale flew by. The first half concluded the preposterous murder trial against Bree (Marcia Cross). It was sad to see Bree led off to the death chamber

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Georgia grad student will lose fingers in fight against flesh-eating bacteria …

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INDIANAPOLIS = If you loved the sight — or just the idea — of the zip-line that cruised over downtown Indianapolis for this year's Super Bowl, you might love zippin', swingin' and climbin' ropes in the treetops of the city's huge Eagle Creek Park.

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The Players Championship: Matt Kuchar closes strong to win at TPC Sawgrass

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Tiger Woods shot a four-under 68 in the second round of The Players Championship at Sawgrass, prompting anticipation about his ability to make a run for the trophy over the weekend. But after shooting an even-par 72 on

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'Desperate Housewives' series finale: How it all ended

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Spoilerphobes beware: The following recap spells out exactly how Desperate Housewives tied up all its loose ends, so if the episode is still on deck on your DVR lineup, don't say you haven't been warned! And they all

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'Survivor: One World' The end is here

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By Joan Morris The battle between the men and women that marked this season's "Survivor: One World" is down to the end with a result that we certainly would never have expected when the series started. As we begin the end, five women remain standing:

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Maurice Sendak 1928-2012 Helped Redefine Children's Literature

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The New York Times asked artists Gary Taxali, Art Spiegelman, Tomi Ungerer, Geoff McFetridge, Bob Staake, Marc Rosenthal and Jon Klassen to each create an original art piece as a tribute to the late Maurice Sendak.

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Newsweek calls Obama 'The First Gay President' on cover

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Newsweek is celebrating President Obama's endorsement of same-sex marriage on this week's cover, an image of which it released on Sunday.

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'SNL' Rips Time Magazine's Controversial Breast-Feeding Cover (VIDEO)

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Newsweek isn't going to let Time win without a fight. In the battle for most controversial cover of the week, Newsweek fired back at Time magazine's now-infamous breastfeeding mom image by putting President Barack Obama under a rainbow halo with the

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Votto's Slam, 3 HRs Rally Reds Past Nationals 9-6

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With nearly everything going wrong for Cincinnati, the Redlegs climbed on Joey Votto's back and he carried them to an unlikely victory. On the day, Votto was 4-5 with three homers, a double, 6 RBI and four runs scored.

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Family counts down to 'Aimee Day' for woman fighting flesh-eating bacteria

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Aimee Copeland, the 24-year-old Georgia student who has already lost her leg to necrotizing fasciitis, a rare, flesh-eating bacteria, is in critical condition and may also lose her hands and her other foot, according to news reports. ABC News reported that

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The Gibson Cauldron: Mobster Fantasies And Get The Gringo – OpEd

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For an idea of just how important the case will be, consider some of the other records released in 1978: Billy Joel's “52nd Street,” “Van Halen” and Bruce Springsteen's “Darkness on the Edge of Town,” among many others. For an idea of just

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Memorial Day events begin this week

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Misael Soto takes his giant Beach Towel to Miami Beach on 41st Street this Memorial Day, May 28th. Anyone and everyone is welcome to occupy and enjoy the towel which will be there from sunrise to sunset. Bring food and

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Dimon admits he was 'dead wrong'

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Elizabeth Warren called on JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon to resign from his post on the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's board, citing the need for "responsibility and accountability" in the financial industry.

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Josh Hamilton – Rangers superstar

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Josh Hamilton connects for a solo home run off of Angels starting pitcher CJ Wilson in the sixth inning on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. The shot was Hamilton's 18th of the season in the 4-2 Rangers loss. Josh Hamilton prepares for an

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New 'Bachelorette' season will be 'drastically different'

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By Ann Oldenburg, USA TODAY By Craig Sjodin, ABC Emily Maynard filmed the latest season of 'The Bachelorette' in Charlotte, where she lives, to avoid disrupting the life of her 6-year-old daughter, Ricki. By Craig Sjodin, ABC Emily Maynard filmed the

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Kings give Coyotes a winning view of their road show

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We're a little over two hours from puck drop in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final between the Kings and Coyotes at Glendale's Jobing.com Arena, and while the bandwagon has certainly filled up in the desert (the

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Heat overcome Chris Bosh injury, beat Pacers in Game 1

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Mother of all comebacks: Stanton GS in 9th sends Fish past Mets

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ROME — A few thousand people opposed to Italy's 1978 law allowing abortion have marched through the Italian capital in a protest drawing people from around the world, including Americans and Poles. Nuns, priests and lay people marched in Rome Sunday

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Clippers advance with 82-72 win over Grizzlies

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When the Los Angeles Clippers failed to close out the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 5 of their series, it was easily explained. Teams without a lot of playoff experience generally struggle to close out a

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Yankees lose in Andy Pettitte's return

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Earlier this year, in the midst of Spring Training, it was announced that 39-year old Andy Pettitte had decided to come out of retirement, signing a minor league contract with the New York Yankees. His late start meant that he wouldn't be ready to join

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Yahoo announcement of CEO Scott Thompson's resignation a victory for Third Point

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Scott Thompson Yahoo! debacle proves once again, don't lie on your resume By Jane Howze Last week's media frenzy focused on Scott Thompson, the new CEO of Yahoo!, who claimed to have earned a degree in computer science when in fact, his degree was in

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Student With Flesh-Eating Disease Will Lose Fingers

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[Updated at 3:57 p.m. ET] A University of West Georgia graduate psychology student is fighting for her life with flesh-eating bacteria after falling off a homemade zip line and cutting her leg, CNN affiliates WSB report and WXIA

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Will Ferrell Celebrates Mom; Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber & More Kick Off …

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Will Ferrell doesn't need to do much to win over Saturday Night Live's audience. If he appears dressed as Alex Trebek, they'll be eating out of his hand. If he so much as says the word "cowbell," the cheers will be deafening.

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Mothers: The glue of our society

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Yvette Harrell read a verse from Proverbs 31:10, "'Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.'" "You are all far above the price of rubies," Galea agreed. As mayor, she said she is concerned about "homelessness and substandard

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Sendak's lessons for children and their parents

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Maurice Sendak, widely considered the most important children's book artist of the 20th century, who wrenched the picture book out of the safe, sanitized world of the nursery and plunged it into the dark, terrifying and hauntingly beautiful recesses of

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Nancy Giles: Mother's Day without a mother

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Google on May 13 once again made over its homepage logo, this time in celebration of Mother's Day. The interactive doodle begins with a lone letter G wearing a string of pearls and standing in the middle of a blank page. Suddenly, the Google logo's

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OKC Thunder to face Los Angeles Lakers in second round

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By Daily Mail Reporter Justin Timberlake and his fiancee Jessica Biel struggled to keep their eyes on the ball last night as they attended an LA Lakers match. The happy couple only had eyes for each other as they put on a public display of affection

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Denver Nuggets take solace in taking the Los Angeles Lakers to the brink

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Chris “Birdman” Andersen will not be available to the Denver Nuggets for Game 6 against the Lakers tonight, as law enforcement officials investigate him for unknown Internet crimes against children. He has been “excused”

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'SNL' Scorecard: Will Ferrell Is Not A Belieber

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Saturday Night Live presents: LGBT prom. And while the message from the school administrators started off less than encouraging — It's no Glee, folks and My last hunting trip turned into The Hunger Games — it ended on a

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon: We were 'dead wrong' to dismiss trading concerns

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JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon strenuously denied that a trader's positions may have been problematic before he had investigated it. His bravado backfired. By Roger Ehrenberg, contributor Know the facts before taking a stand. When news of a "London Whale"

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World Peace Doesn't Shake Hands

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LOS ANGELES — Metta World Peace has no interest in making a bury-the-hatchet peace gesture with Oklahoma City's James Harden at the onset of the Los Angeles Lakers' Western Conference semifinals series against the Thunder.

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Pau Gasol-led Lakers top Nuggets in Game 7; Metta World Peace adds 15 points …

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Pau Gasol had 23 points, 17 rebounds and six assists, Metta World Peace scored 15 points in his return from a seven-game suspension, and the Los Angeles Lakers outlasted the Denver Nuggets for a thrilling 96-87 victory in Pau Gasol was consumed by

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Yankee Stadium Welcomes Berra for His 87th Birthday

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It is like the story of Yogi Berra at a restaurant. When the pizza arrived the waiter asked, “Mr. Berra, would you like this cut into four slices or eight?” Mr. Berra replied, “Cut it in eight pieces; I'm extra hungry tonight.

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Mother's Day free ecards: 2012 top websites for online greetings

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NBA: Los Angeles Lakers subdue Denver Nuggets in Game 7 victory

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Kenneth Faried, F 20 MIN | 3-5 FG | 0-0 FT | 10 REB | 1 AST | 6 PTS | -19 The Manimal was fantastic and helped allay my fears that he could not handle the Lakers size. He showed he is not afraid of anyone and will not back

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Rangers' Josh Hamilton is high-risk high-reward

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Well, it's becoming "another game, another home run" for Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton. He hit his 18th HR yesterday afternoon, and is making everyone, well almost everyone, forget about his offseason transgression.

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Student in fight for her life battling flesh-eating bacteria

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The fasciitis is a flesh-eating bacteria that destroys human tissue. It's both a limb and life threatening condition. Richard Brown, the General Curator of the Flint RiverQuarium, says bacteria are everywhere and just as this situation proves- they can

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World Peace returns in time to help Lakers' season continue

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On the surface, Ron Artest and Jennifer Hudson have nothing in common — besides sharing melanin content. Still, with the former growing up in the notorious Queensbridge Houses in Queens, New York and the latter growing up in the war zone of Southside

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Lakers never make it easy, but they escape Game 7

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Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye West in their courtside seats at the Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nugget 2012 NBA Playoffs game on May 12, 2012 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.

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Gasol, Lakers outlast Nuggets in thrilling Game 7

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By JEFF MILLER LOS ANGELES — The Lakers didn't beat Denver in the first round of these NBA playoffs as much as they survived the Nuggets. A series that they led 2-0 and 3-1 and felt so much like six games instead went the full seven, the conclusion

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Celtics edge Sixers, 92-91, in Game 1

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BOSTON — Rajon Rondo has made dozens of last-second dashes to the basket. This time, he went in the opposite direction.

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Pau Gasol, Metta World Peace lead Lakers past Nuggets 96-87 in thrilling Game 7

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Metta World Peace was present, which is important. More on that in a minute. That's not the only way the Western Conference pulled the short straw: Both West semifinals will feature back-to-back games at some point. Neither Eastern Conference semifinal

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Lakers hold off Nuggets' rally to win Game 7 in LA

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Then in Game 2, he scores 27 points on 12-20 shooting, and the Lakers record another solid win. Andrew contributed on both ends but was more visible on the score sheet this time around. Since then, it has only been a matter of time until Andrew shut

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Denver Nuggets fall to LA Lakers in Game 7

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LA LAKERS (96) World Peace 5-15 1-2 15, Gasol 9-19 5-5 23, Bynum 4-15 8-11 16, Sessions 2-8 0-1 4, Bryant 7-16 1-4 17, Hill 1-4 0-0 2, Blake 7-11 0-0 19, Barnes 0-1 0-0 0, Ebanks 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 35-89 15-23 96. Denver 24 18 26 19_87 LA Lakers 25 23

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Nuggets vs. Lakers Game 7 live: Win and move on in LA

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Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye West in their courtside seats at the Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nugget 2012 NBA Playoffs game on May 12, 2012 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.

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Mother's Day: From June Cleaver to Gloria Pritchett, 5 great TV moms

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Sybrina Fulton, mother of Trayvon Martin, released a Mother's Day video online Thursday night asking for supporters to voice their opposition to Florida's controversial stand-your-ground law, and others like it. The video was posted on YouTube,

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Jimmie Johnson delivers Hendrick No. 200 at Darlington

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48 Lowe's Kobalt Tools Chevrolet at Darlington Raceway, Hendrick Motorsports recorded its 200th points-paying victory in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition, marking a major milestone for the organization and car owner Rick Hendrick.

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Lil Boosie Free from Murder Charges, Not Prison – Rapper's Mom and Attorney …

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Torrence Hatch, better known as rapper Lil' Boosie, has been acquitted of first degree murder charges in a Baton Rouge court following six days of testimony.

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Bryce Harper learns how not to vent anger

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News, analysis and opinion from the fan perspective.

Bryce Harper learned the hard way how much it hurts to hit yourself in the head with your own bat. The Nationals' rookie took out his frustrations in the.

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Clippers-Grizzlies Preview

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The riveting Clippers Grizzlies series is heading to a game seven in Memphis on Sunday.

Marc Gasol scored 23 points, Zach Randolph had 18 points and 16 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzles rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 90-88 Friday night, forcing a decisive seventh game in the

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HALLMARK COMMUNITIES' 'FABULOUS FOUR' EVENT OFFERS BUYERS AN INCREDIBLE DEAL

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For the rest of us dilettantes, there is the Hallmark aisle and, more precisely, the special section dedicated for a fortnight annually to cards exclusively “For Mom.” An estimated 133 million will come off the shelves before dinnertime Sunday,

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CJ Wilson leads Angels to win against former team Rangers

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Josh Hamilton hit two more home runs, Yu Darvish struck out seven and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels 10-3 in a rain-interrupted game Friday night when C.J. Wilson faced only five batters against his old

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Salt Lake Florist Delivery Pool flooded with business for Mother's Day

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Kendrys Morales helps push Angels past Josh Hamilton, Rangers

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AP PTI on Hamilton's Slide: OK or Not OK? BALTIMORE — After staging a dazzling long-ball performance in the opener of a doubleheader, the Baltimore Orioles were victimized in similar fashion by the hottest hitter in the game. Josh Hamilton hit his

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Carroll Shelby dead at 89: Was legendary racer and designer of Shelby Cobra …

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Carroll Shelby has passed away at the age of 89. The legendary tuner and proprietor of the famous marque that bears his name had been in the hospital for.

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Blu-ray Review: Robin Hardy's THE WICKER TREE

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At the National Theatre of Scotland, her recent credits include Enquirer (co-directed with John Tiffany), Appointment with The Wicker Man by Greg Hemphill and D.

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Jurors acquit rapper Lil Boosie of murder

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Young Jeezy, 2 Chainz, Webbie and more take to Twitter to rejoice about Boosie's Not Guilty verdict

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Americans feel defriended over perceived Eduardo Saverin tax dodge

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“Eduardo recently found it more practical to become a resident of Singapore since he plans to live there for an indefinite period of time,” said Tom Goodman, a spokesman for Saverin, in an e-mailed statement. Bloomberg Businessweek notes that Saverin

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Vince Young signs with Bills, but not as starter

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The Buffalo Bills have signed free agent quarterback Vince Young to a one-year, $2 million contract.

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Celebrity Apprentice: Aubrey O'Day Reflects on Leaving

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He called her a whore, she suggested he was a cross-dresser. The Arsenio Hall-Aubrey O'Day public slanging match has become an unfortunate sideshow of.

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Jury: Hudson stardom no factor in murders verdict

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Her ex-brother-in-law, William Balfour, was found guilty of three counts of first-degree murder in the October 2008 shooting deaths of Hudson's mother, Darnell Donerson; brother Jason Hudson; and 7-year-old nephew, Julian King. The singer, sitting with

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Georgia woman, 24, battles flesh-eating disease

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A 24-year-old woman, who cut her leg in a fall, is in critical condition as a flesh-eating bacteria continues to ravage her body.

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Tiger bounces back with 68, makes cut at The Players

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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — Television cameras and thousands of eyeballs focused on Tiger Woods' right foot as he made his way up the sixth fairway. No worries, though.

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Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Infection That Claimed Aimee Copeland's Foot, Expained

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Aimee Copeland, the 24-year-old Georgia student who has already lost her leg to necrotizing fasciitis, a rare, flesh-eating bacteria, is in critical condition and may also lose her hands and her other foot, according to news reports.

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Jamie Dimon Needs A Lecture From Goldman CEO Lloyd Blankfein

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s chief investment office had, in essence, become a ticking time bomb, Dimon, the bank's chief executive officer, called the press coverage "a complete tempest in a teapot." That explanation no longer works. Thursday, Dimon changed tacks.

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Roundup: Josh Hamilton powers Rangers past Angels

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By David Brown By David Brown | Big League Stew – 19 hours ago Just like he was Ken Griffey Jr. — only not quite as strong and with his helmet on forward — Josh Hamilton of the Texas Rangers hit a home run Thursday night that struck a second-floor

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Grizzlies rally to drop Clippers, force seventh game

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By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer Memphis Grizzlies forward Quincy Pondexter, center, puts up a shot against Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul, right, and forward Caron Butler during the first half of Game 6 in their first-round NBA basketball

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Protocol: Busy, big, with abundance of seafood

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The first is that what I feel about Rowland today is what I felt circa 1994 when I playfully started calling him "the Prince of Darkness" on the radio. I've been told on good authority that this started to get on his nerves when a little kid at a

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Valentine defends Josh Beckett

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If Josh Beckett were a professional golfer, he would have missed so many cuts he'd be back in the minors by now.

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Chesapeake Takes $3B Loan to Ease Cash Crunch

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(CHK) (CHK) shareholder accused the company of underreporting the use of company corporate jets by executives and directors for personal travel. The shareholder, Gilberta Norris, filed a so-called derivative lawsuit yesterday in Oklahoma state court on

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Strong storms rolling over Houston area

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The Climate of Houston is classified as humid subtropical. Houston's warmest month (on average) is July at 84.4 °F (29.1 °C), and the coldest month being January at 53.1 °F (11.7 °C). The average yearly precipitation level is

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William Balfour found guilty on all counts in murder of Jennifer Hudson's family

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(Abel Uribe, Chicago Tribune / May 11, 2012) William Balfour has been convicted of the murders of actress Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew. Hudson bowed her head as jurors entered the courtroom around 4:40 pm The Academy

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Mother of missing teen Sierra LaMar issues Mother's Day letter

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I have never had a driver's license. I have always had two mothers. As opposed to dismissing my utter fear of driving, I like to believe that this attachment to public transit was born out of a deeper history. I began with a bus.

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John Travolta: third accuser emerges, first parts ways with lawyer

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described as reclusive, few things could be more surprising than the fact that she should suddenly, at 101, find herself thrust into an unwelcome limelight, sharing tabloid space with John Travolta and his reported massage-table antics.

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JPMorgan's $2B trading loss puts spotlight on risky practices, Volcker rule

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Goldman to Obey Volcker Rule-According to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing, The Goldman Sachs Group Inc. has stepped forward to comply with the 'Volcker Rule', which is anticipated to be

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Carroll Shelby, muscle car designer, dies at 89

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Decades after a heart condition forced him to retire from racing, Carroll Shelby still loved to drive muscle cars. Well into his 80s, the legendary car designer spent hours testing his last Mustang Shelby GT500, which sets aMore >> Mississippi Gov.

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Bristol Palin slams Obama's endorsement of same-sex marriage

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By Robert Deutsch, USAT TODAY Bristol Palin, responding to Obama's endorsement of same-sex marriage, said children would do better with a mother and a father. By Robert Deutsch, USAT TODAY Bristol Palin, responding to Obama's endorsement of same-sex

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Nuggets' Chris "Birdman" Andersen targeted in criminal probe

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By Kathy Ceceri In 2010, after several years of happily contributing to Wired.com's GeekDad blog, the four moms on staff — Natania Barron, Kathy Ceceri, Corrina Lawson, and Jenny Williams (with the help of Wired editor-in-chief Chris Anderson and our

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In JPMorgan Chase Trading Bet, Its Confidence Yields to Loss

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By CNNMoney staff @CNNMoneyInvest May 11, 2012: 8:52 AM ET NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — US stocks were set to open lower Friday on worries sparked by a $2 billion trading loss at banking giant JPMorgan Chase. Dow Jones industrial average (INDU),

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Lawyer: 'Birdman' allegations involve spurned fan

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Chris "Birdman" Anderson Investigated for "Kiddie Crime". Denver Nuggets power forward Chris "Birdman" Anderson's home was investigated by the Internet Crimes Against Children task force in Colorado. TMZ broke the

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Time Magazine breast-feeding cover: Its art historical origins, and what makes …

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The 3-year-old kid suckling from his mother's teet on the cover of Time Magazine is NOT too old to breastfeed so says a powerful breastfeeding…

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Volcker Rule authors say JPMorgan loss highlights loophole

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Carl Levin, D-Mich., Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations chairman and co-author of the Dodd-Frank Act provision that created the Volcker Rule, has responded to the news that JP Morgan suffered a $2 billion trading

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HEALTHBEAT: Forget Time magazine cover; real issue in breast-feeding is too …

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New floral shop opens doors

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Montreal florist offer reliable montreal flower delivery and fresh flowers in ville st laurent Montreal QC Quebec Canada.

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Hollie Cavanagh gives advice to future American Idol singers

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To nobody's surprise, perpetual bottom-dweller Hollie Cavanagh, who landed in the bottom three a staggering six times this season, was sent home. To her credit, Cavanagh hung in there despite receiving rough criticism weekly from all three judges,

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Time magazine cover — forget the breast, what about the boy?

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Dhaka, May 11 (bdnews24.com) – Sachin Tendulkar is featured on the cover of Time magazine for the editions in the Indian subcontinent, Singapore and Australia and New Zealand, reports Times of India. In the May 11 issue, the article titled 'The God of

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JP Morgan Chase Faces Risk In Managing Derivative Trades

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AP LONDON – Global markets fell on Friday after a big surprise trading loss at JPMorgan Chase shook investor confidence, while political chaos in Greece continued to cast uncertainty over its future in the euro currency bloc. JPMorgan, the largest US

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Worst Mother's Day Gifts: Things NEVER To Buy For Mom (PHOTOS)

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A new camera is guaranteed to bring a smile to your mom's (or wife's) face this Mother's Day. We've picked a few of our favorites for the most caring person in the world. This Sony's 10x zoom range works just as well at indoor birthday parties as it

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JPMorgan's $2 billion blunder fans calls for transparency

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NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — JPMorgan Chase, in a surprise announcement, said Thursday that it has suffered trading losses of $2 billion since the start of April.The group that suffered the losses is part of the bank's so-called

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Ga. woman who got flesh-eating disease after zip line accident remains in …

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The zip-line injury that struck down a college student and severely threatened her prospects of survival seems to be survivable after all, but victim Aimee.

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What Is Flesh-Eating Bacteria? Three Notable Cases Of Necrotizing Fasciitis …

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Flesh-eating bacteria, or necrotizing fasciitis, has made its way into the news recently after Aimee Copeland, a 24-year-old from Georgia, contracted the disease while riding a homemade zip line and lost her left leg due to the condition.

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New Minnesota Vikings stadium law heads to governor amid questions over …

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By NFL.com Officials in San Diego are expecting a crowd of up to 60000 people at Qualcomm Stadium on Friday for Junior Seau's public tribute. Tune into NFL Network later today for special coverage of the memorial, and watch the highlight film of Seau's

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Oldest Mayan calendar found, and it goes way beyond Dec. 12, 2012

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An expedition led by Boston University archaeologists discovered the oldest ever Mayan calendar, which goes way beyond 2012. http://www.courier-journal.com/VideoNetwork/1634158954001/Oldest-Mayan-Calendar-Discovered-World-Not-Ending-Just-Yet

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Tip led to manhunt's end: Adam Mayes kills self; girls are safe

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Le Bonheur Children's Hospital security use white bed sheets to shield Alexandra Bain, 12, and Kyliyah Bain, 8, who were transported to Memphis, Tenn., on Thursday, May 10, 2012, after their alleged kidnapper, Adam Mayes, shot himself in the head while

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With video: 'Time' breast-feeding cover exposes parenting taboo, ignites …

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Well, TIME Magazine sure knows how to make a splash. The newest TIME cover features a controversial and revealing photograph of a California mom breastfeeding her soon-to-be 4-year-old son, causing the Internet to just

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Justin Bieber releases Mother's Day single 'Turn To You': Listen here

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Show Mom your nerdy side by sending her one of these comic book inspired Mother's Day cards, she might not get the reference but I'm sure she'll appreciate the gesture! Some of these cards are a bit maudlin, but

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Student With Flesh-Eating Disease Likely to Lose More Limbs

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Aimee Copeland's condition is still critical, but her family is staying positive. On Friday, she was diagnosed with necrotizing fasciitis, a rare flesh-eating bacteria.

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Home of Chris 'Birdman' Andersen is searched by sheriffs

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Nuggets forward Chris Andersen is reportedly the target of an investigation in Denver which centers on illegal Internet crime. Andersen has not been arrested or charged but authorities have

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Nuggets rout Lakers with Kobe sick to force Game 7

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Time Warner Cable announced Thursday its two new regional sports networks will launch Oct. 1 in time for the upcoming Los Angeles Lakers basketball season. The networks, named Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes,

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Nuggets' Chris 'Birdman' Andersen investigated for child porn

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The information is scant at the moment. But here's what we know: Chris Andersen was not arrested, but his home was searched this morning, and property was seized. The Denver Post reports: “Authorities have searched the

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Sheriff Joe Arpaio is sued by Justice Department

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More ? Providing proof that Sheriff Joe Arpaio intends to continue his investigation of President Obama's eligiblity, his Cold Case Posse has pressed the director of the Selective Service System not to destroy any microfilm records that may yet exist

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Georgia college student battles flesh-eating bacteria

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Only on msnbc.com Woman fights for life against flesh-eating bacteria Mohamed Muslemany / NBC News Egypt's first televised presidential debate is a hit REUTERS US priests reportedly behind crackdown on nuns Spy who penetrated underwear bomb plot is

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Time magazine cover of breastfeeding mom sparks intense debate on "attachment …

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Time Magazine's new cover features a picture of Jamie Lynn Grumet, a 26-year-old Southland mom, breastfeeding her child.

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Celtics beat Hawks 83-80 to advance in East

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I'm hoping that the owner of the Sixers has some bad things to say about Kevin Garnett.

May 11, 2012. Game 6: Celtics 83, Hawks 80 highlights. Box Score after the jump. Starters, Pos, Min, FG, 3Pt, FT, +/-, Off, Reb, Ast, TO, Stl, BS, BA, PF, Pts. R. Rondo(notes), G, 38:46, 7-14, 0-0, 0-0, +1, 1, 2, 8, 5, 1, 1, 0, 0, 14. A. Bradley(notes)

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Bristol Palin Slammed by Stars Over Anti-Gay-Marriage Remarks

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Bristol Palin slammed President Barack Obama on her blog for announcing his support of gay marriage and what influenced his decision.

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Denver Nuggets' Chris Andersen has house searched by police team charged with …

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DENVER – Denver Nuggets reserve center Chris "Birdman" Andersen was excused indefinitely from all team-related activities after sheriff's deputies searched his home Thursday as part of an investigation by the department's Internet Crimes Against

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Josh Beckett, Red Sox off course

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WEEI.com's Rob Bradford reacts to Josh Beckett's decision to play a round of golf a day after being skipped in the rotation due to a strained lat. He comments on if Beckett was ok about being skipped in the rotation, Buchholz struggles,

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Attachment Parenting 20 years later: Are we better or worse parents for it? Is …

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When you become a parent, one of the first things that you will learn is that everyone has an opinion about the way you choose to parent. From friends, family,

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Chris 'Birdman' Andersen under investigation

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sheriff's deputies searched the home of Denver Nuggets center Chris Andersen on Thursday as part of an investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Internet Crimes Against Children unit. Sheriff's spokesman Ron Hanavan told the Associated Press that the

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'Parks and Recreation' finale: Exec producer Michael Schur on the decision to …

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(Greensboro, NC) — The City of Greensboro has terminated the employment of Director of Parks and Recreation Greg Jackson. Interim City Manager Denise Turner Roth has selected Chris Wilson, park management and operations division manager,

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JPMorgan Chase discloses $2-billion trading loss

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In the wake of a stunning after hours announcement from JPMorgan, the Fast Money say you may need to re-evaluate everything. In an unexpected after hours call with investors CEO Jamie Dimon said JPMorgan And Dimon said it could take until the end of

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Kevin Garnett calls out Hawks owner

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Kevin Garnett had 28 points and 14 rebounds, hitting a jumper to give Boston the lead with 31 seconds left in Game 6 on Thursday night, and the Celtics beat the Atlanta Hawks 83-80 to win their first-round playoff series and.

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Time magazine breast-feeding cover provokes strong reaction

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A woman breastfeeding her 3-year-old son is the cover photo of this week's Time magazine for a story on “attachment parenting,” and reactions ranged from applause to cringing to shrugs. The photo showed Jamie Lynne

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Nina Dobrev teases "The Vampire Diaries" finale, Melissa Rauch dishes on "The …

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Nina Dobrev and Carmeron Diaz both looked stunning at Monday night's Met Gala — but there's a lot of difficulty involved in looking so good. “It was so form fitted and made of vintage gold metal, and so tight. It was beautiful,” Dobrev said of her

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Minnesota Senate approves $975 million Vikings stadium plan; governor says he …

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After a plan to build the Minnesota Vikings a new home cleared its final hurdle Thursday in the state Senate, the team executive who spent much of the past decade lobbying for the nearly $1 billion stadium could hardly contain himself. “Let's build it!

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Flesh-Eating Disease: Student Shows Signs of Recovery After Zip Line Injury

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by CBS News (CBS News) Aimee Copeland is fighting for her life against a deadly flesh-eating disease she contracted following a zip-lining accident. CBS Atlanta reports the 24-year-old grad student at West Georgia University, was zip-lining last

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JPMorgan Chase: London whale swallows $2B

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JPM: $2 billion trading loss on synthetic credit position. by CalculatedRisk on 5/10/2012 05:19:00 PM. At a special conference call, from the WSJ: J.P. Morgan To Host Surprise Conference Call. A few excerpts: J.P. Morgan is

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'Where Do We Go Now?,' From Nadine Labaki

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The Bronx District Attorney's Office will unseal an indictment this morning charging a convicted Pennsylvania killer with the

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The Vampire Diaries' Nina Dobrev Teases "Crazy" Finale: "A Couple People Might …

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Actress Nina Dobrev made her first Met Gala appearance in a stunning black-and-gold Donna Karan Atelier gown. The "Vampire Diaries" star turned heads in the chiffon one-shoulder number, which she accessorized with simple earrings and a swept-hair look.

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Kobe Bryant misses shootaround with gastroenteritis

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Viral infections are the most common cause of gastroenteritis but bacteria, parasites, and food-borne illnesses (such as shellfish) can also be the offending ag.

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Mothers Day Gift Ideas: Where To Shop For Mom In Los Angeles

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Mother's Day is this Sunday, which means you have 5 days to figure something out. If you're stuck, here are a few things that might jumpstart your search for the right gift. 1. Iittala Wine Decanter, $75.00 2. Micro-greens Kit

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Lecrae 'Church Clothes' Mixtape Download Now Available Online

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Christian Hip Hop artist, Lecrae, finally dropped the visuals to his title track from his upcoming mixtape, Church Clothes. The video starts out with a variety of shout outs from hip hop staples including Kendrick Lamar and DJ Premier.

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American Idol: Phil Phillips sizzles with Damien Rice hit 'Volcano' (+video)

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By Jean Bentley The final 4 "American Idol" singers of Season 11 had their work cut out for them this week choosing songs for the two seemingly incong.

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Options Activity Alert: CSCO, TJX, INSP

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Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO: News ) is falling 8 percent to $17.28. The company's third quarter profit increased from the previous year and topped Wall Street view. Net sales rose 6.6 percent and were also above the consensus estimate.

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7:05 PM ET, May 10, 2012

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"While some pharmacies may be billing extremely high amounts for legitimate reasons, all warrant further scrutiny," according to the document, which called for improved oversight, the AP reported. A new rheumatoid arthritis pill called tofacitinib

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John Travolta Lawsuit: Do the Guys Alleging Sexual Battery Have a Shot at Winning?

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John Travolta's attorney has slammed a second male masseuse who's filed a new sexual harassment lawsuit against the actor, dismissing the latest allegations as “absurd and fictional.” Reports emerged on Monday, suggesting Travolta, who is married to

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Against Me! singer Tom Gabel plans to become a woman

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The lead singer of the punk-rock group Against Me! has come out as transgender and reveals that he will begin living life as a woman. Gabel spilled the news to Rolling Stone, making him the first major rock star to cop to being transgender.

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Carl Beane, "Voice of Fenway Park," dies

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Carl Beane, the voice of Fenway Park since 2003, was killed this afternoon in a car crash in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. He was 59. The Red Sox are currently on the road in Kansas City but are scheduled to return to Fenway

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'Vampire Diaries' season finale preview: Nina Dobrev on her tears, Elena's …

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Nina Dobrev doing yoga during an appearance on "Conan"

When Elena does make the decision, she's alone,” Nina says. “She's not with either brother. She's taken away from that element of temptation, and away from the pressure, and she's not forced to make an impulsive decision

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Christina Aguilera ends feud with Tony Lucca

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Tony Lucca may have come in third place on "The Voice," but the 36-year-old singer got a heck of a consolation prize: an end to the vendetta that judge Christina Aguilera seemed to be waging against him all season. After Jermaine Paul was announced as

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Grizzlies avoid elimination, beat Clippers 92-80

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"There's no point leaving home if we don't know our way back," Grizzlies guard OJ Mayo said. "We can't look at Sunday because we have to make sure we get back home after Friday night." The physical pounding is starting to take a toll on the Clippers.

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Flesh-eating bacteria claims Georgia woman's leg after zip-line accident

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Pending a hopeful June 1 approval by Venice Neighborhood Council (VNC) member Bill Rosendahl, the popular California strip of coast known for housing the world-famous Muscle Beach will soon make room for a 750 foot long zipline. The zipline

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Booker: Obama wrestled with heart

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Cory Booker took to “The Rachel Maddow Show” to support President Barack Obama's decision to back gay marriage. “He's done a lot for equality behind the scenes without having a personal view but to have Barack Obama, the president of the United States,

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President Obama's same-sex marriage announcement: A leadership look

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President Obama today endorsed marriage equality in an ABC News interview with Robin Roberts after the White House experienced a tumultuous three days of questioning by the press spurred by Vice President Joe Biden's

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Mothers offer gift ideas for Mother's Day

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By Cristina Bolling Mom will always tell you it's the thought that counts when it comes to gifts. But this Mother's Day, why not give her something she's really craving – or that perfect little indulgence she would never think to buy for herself?

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Jermaine Paul wins 'The Voice,' ending season 2

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Jermaine Paul captured the top spot on “The Voice” Tuesday night, becoming the second winner of the show and giving coach Blake Shelton his first win. The announcement wrapped up the show's second season, reports the Associated Press: Paul,

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Tom Gabel of Against Me!: A rock star changes gender in the spotlight

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Rank Google ======================================================================= 1 josh hamilton 2 north carolina 3 the voice winner 4 jermaine paul 5 against me 6 north carolina amendment 1 7 lugar 8 double agent 9 tom gabel against me 10 richard

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American Idol 2012: Phillip Phillips sings 'Volcano' by Damien Rice; good …

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The final 4 “American Idol” contestants of Season 11 will sing songs with the themes California Dreamin' and “Songs you wish you wrote” during the May 9 performance show. The official set list has been revealed, and it's full

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Grizzlies Hold Off Clippers To Avoid Elimination

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The Clippers hosted the Grizzlies in pivotal game 4 matchup Monday night. They now take a 3-1 lead heading into game 5 in Memphis.

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Capitals top Rangers, force Game 7

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GREENBURGH, NY (AP) — Rangers captain Ryan Callahan made it clear that the Washington Capitals and their team full of shot-blockers aren't in the heads of the top-seeded club in the Eastern Conference. Midway through the second round of the Stanley

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Jon Hamm Dispenses Advice on Love, Flatulence to Young Girls

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The "Mad Men" actor is attached to the Disney sports drama, telling the story of U.S. sports agent J.B. Bernstein.

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Wisconsin Republican Voters Rival Democrats in Recall

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In Wisconsin, they'll pick a Democrat from a field of four whose aim it will be to oust anti-union Republican Gov. Scott Walker in a June recall election prompted by his slashing of collective bargaining rights. — And in North Carolina, an important

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Obama's gay marriage move risky, inevitable

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Liberty News Spoofs Obama Regime, Releases: “The Real Life of Julia”. Posted by Jim Hoft on Wednesday, May 9, 2012, 9:00 PM. Liberty News just put together a satirical, but very serious, version of the Julia timeline at http://juliasreality.com.

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American Idol: Who Was "Sickening"? Plus, Ryan Seacrest Has Something to Ask …

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Julianne Hough glows on the red carpet as she arrives at the 2012 Met Ball held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday (May 7) in New York City. The 23-year-old Rock of Ages actress, standing tall beside boyfriend Ryan Seacrest, wore a bold pink

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Vidal Sassoon, Hairdresser and Trendsetter, Dies at 84

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By SANDY COHEN AP AP Photo/DAMIAN DOVARGANES LOS ANGELES (AP) — Vidal Sassoon used his hairstyling shears to free women from beehives and hot rollers and give them wash-and-wear cuts that made him an international name in hair care.

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President Obama says Sasha and Malia influenced his stance on same-sex marriage

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Because word from the Beltway is that President Obama will not return to Martha's Vineyard this summer for his annual canoodle with the Beautiful People. Not that this is exactly shocking news. Because it is, of course, an election year.

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Free, Browser-Based 'Wolfenstein 3D' Released by Bethesda

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The classic first person shooter game Wolfenstein 3D was released 20 years ago this month. This is the game that started it all, and it is widely credited as being the ancestor or godfather to RPG games as diverse as HalfLife, Portal,

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Yankees Mariano Rivera grateful he is the one being saved this time as blood …

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Mariano Rivera. I thought you might like to hear from Tim again, and judging by how much Mariano Rivera of the Yankees has been in the news the past week or so, I'd like to share a letter Tim wrote to him last fall. You see

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Cory Booker: Heroic? Yes. Magic? No

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By Sean Leahy By Sean Leahy | Puck Daddy – 55 minutes ago • Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, is quite confident about the Devils this year. Game 6 Preview (Rangers lead series 3-2): New York Rangers at

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John Travolta attorney slams second lawsuit

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Cisco Forecasts Sales, Profit Below Analysts' Estimates

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It was an ugly after-hours session for Cisco(CSCO) after the networking giant gave a disappointing outlook for its fiscal fourth quarter ending in July. The Dow component, which edged Wall Street's consensus view for its third-quarter profit by a penny

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Rivera Treated for Blood Clot in Calf; Knee Surgery Ahead

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May 4 (Bloomberg) — Mariano Rivera, Major League Baseball's saves leader, suffered a potentially career-ending torn ligament in his right knee before the New York Yankees' 4-3 loss at the Kansas City Royals last night. Rivera was injured while

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President Obama says Sasha and Malia influenced his stance on gay marriage

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"I applaud President Obama for announcing his support for marriage equality today," said Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) "For the first time in this nation's history, a sitting president has shown the courage and leadership to stand

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Lugar defeat underscores vanishing US political middle

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9, 2012 – Indiana Republican Senator Dick Lugar's loss in a primary Tuesday was a blow to the diminishing center of the Senate that has searched for compromise. Tea party-backed challenger Richard Mourdock soundly defeated him.

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Against Me! Singer Tom Gabel?s Sex Change Choice

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Tom Gabel, lead singer of the punk rock group Against Me!, has decided to accept her gender identity and begin living life as a woman named Laura Jane Grace.

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Did North Carolina kick the hornet's nest by passing Amendment One?

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By David Whisenant – bio | email North Carolina voters approve constitutional amendment defining marriage as union between a man and woman, the Associated Press reported. More >> They're called "sugar daddies" and Charlotte has thousands of them.

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Why Richard Lugar defeat scares tea party Republicans, too

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Dick Lugar's crushing defeat at the hands of state Treasurer Richard Mourdock in Tuesday's Republican primary cast it as yet another example of a tea party-aligned GOPer ousting a prominent face of the party establishment.

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After Lugar, Conservative Activists Pick New Targets

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We here at RedState were the first national site to endorse Richard Mourdock. We had him at last year's RedState Gathering. I am personally a big.

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Study: Plastic in 'Great Pacific Garbage Patch' increases 100-fold

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Only on msnbc.com NOAA 'Great Pacific Garbage Patch': 100 times more plastic Conservative author Goldberg drops Pulitzer claim Too much revealed about foiled bomb plot? courtesy Hawkins family US charity's gift to UK troops: $2M for 'sanctuary' Viewing

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Against Me! singer/founder Tom Gabel comes out as transgender

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Congratulations to Against Me! frontman Tom Gabel – soon to be Laura Jane Grace – who recently came out as transgender! In the May 11 issue of Rolling Stone, Laura reveals her plans to begin the

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Wisconsin voters fiercely, evenly split as recall vote looms

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By SCOTT BAUER, ASSOCIATED PRESS MADISON, Wis. — Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett hopes for a chance at a rematch against Republican Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker as Democrats vote Tuesday on who will take on

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Scott Walker's extreme hypocrisy on Milwaukee jobs

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There is genuine, broad-based and statewide opposition to this governor in every region of Wisconsin — especially in the western and northern parts of the state. Even as he has spent $21 million so far on the recall campaign,

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Richard Mourdock: Washington won't compromise

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State Treasurer Richard Mourdock. / DANESE KENON / Star photo Sen. Richard Lugar's 36-year Senate career is now history. Lugar was defeated in today's Republican primary election by Treasurer Richard Mourdock, ending his bid for a seventh term in the

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Rare Double Agent Disrupted Bombing Plot, US Says

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The would-be suicide bomber sent by the Yemen branch of al Qaeda to blow up a U.S.-bound plane in April was actually a double agent who infiltrated the most dangerous of al Qaeda affiliates, in the Arabian Peninsula,

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John Travolta fights back as two male masseurs allege sexual harassment

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John Travolta's lawyer, Marty Singer, has fired back at a pair of "absurd and ridiculous" sexual harassment legal claims against Hollywood star brought on by two anonymous masseurs. A $2 million l

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North Carolina Amendment 1 Divides Gay Rights Movement

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"Marriage between one man and one woman is the only domestic legal union that shall be valid or recognized in this State. This section does not prohibit a private party from entering into contracts with another private party;

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'Dancing With the Stars' results recap: Double elimination blues

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There was a double elimination this week on “DWTS” and one of the couples to go was Roshon Fegan and Chelsie Hightower. The world is going to really miss Roshon's energy and sense of fun. We hit the press line after the taping

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North Carolina passes ban on gay marriage

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Updated at 10:30 p.m. ET: North Carolina voters approved a constitutional amendment Tuesday night banning gay marriage and – going a step further than most other states with an anti-gay marriage amendment – scrapping

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Where the wild things still are: bedtime rituals

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NEW YORK — The claws and teeth of wild things are a near-nightly affair at bedtime for Gregg Svingen's 2-year-old, Tessa. She raises a tiny index finger and issues a clear and forceful "Be still!" to knock Maurice Sendak's

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Sen. Richard Lugar defeated by tea party challenger

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Richard Lugar has conceded to challenger Richard Mourdock. Voters brought about an abrupt end to Lugar's nearly four-decade career. He had never before faced a primary challenge. 24-Hour News 8 anchor Karen Hensel described the mood at Lugar's election

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Dancing With the Stars Backstage Scoop: Who Was Glowing After Their Elimination?

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Dancing With the Stars”: Dancing and emotions ran high during this, the eighth week of “Dancing With the Stars' ” 14th season. There was the threat of Tuesday's double elimination that loomed above each of the remaining

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Maurice Sendak's legacy lives on in bedtime rituals around the world

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By Stephen M. Silverman Maurice Sendak, the curmudgeonly and wildly successful children's book illustrator and author of Where the Wild Things Are, died at 3 am Tuesday, a rep for the artist tells PEOPLE. He was 83. He died at his Connecticut home from

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Double agent hands al-Qaida its 3rd failed bombing

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It appears the CIA and its foreign partners have duped al-Qaida. U.S. and Yemeni officials say they learned last month that al-Qaida's Yemen branch.

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Queen Latifah Making Gay Pride Debut!

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Queen Latifah will be performing at the Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride Festival May 19, and in a new press release it seems like the popular singer and actor may be gearing up to come out. Long Beach Pride co-president

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Rangers' Josh Hamilton bashes four home runs

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Josh Hamilton wrote his name into the history books in Baltimore tonight, becoming just the 14th player in Major League history to hit four home runs in a single game, launching two off Orioles starter Jake Arrieta, one off

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Lakers' Bynum learns closing out series isn't so 'easy'

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(Sports Network) – Denver could be on the verge of bowing to the Lakers yet again as the Nuggets prepare to visit Staples Center for Game 5 of their Western Conference quarterfinals set with Los Angeles. History was against George Karl's club before

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North Carolina passes Amendment 1 banning same-sex unions

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“We at PFLAG National are frustrated and furious that discrimination has now been enshrined into the State Constitution in North Carolina. Discrimination in marriage equality was already the law of the land in North Carolina. Who will this amendment

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'Argo' trailer: Ben Affleck (and his spectacular bangs) fake a movie to save …

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HAMILTON, Bermuda, May 07, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. (nasdaqgs:AGII), an international underwriter of specialty insurance and reinsurance products, today announced financial results for the three months ended March

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North Carolina passes same-sex marriage ban, CNN projects

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That's why just about everyone—including North Carolina Gov. Bev Perdue, former President Bill Clinton (and his daughter), Episcopal bishops, hundreds of business leaders, religious leaders, and members of both

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Lugar loss will mean new approach for Indiana in Congress

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Richard Lugar was ousted Tuesday by a tea party-backed challenger in Indiana's Republican primary, abruptly ending his nearly four-decade career as one of Indiana's best-known and popular politicians. (/Associated Press) Correction: Clarification:

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Tony Lucca & Christina Aguilera Clash Over B-Word on The Voice

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With this being finale week on "The Voice," we figured the final live performance show would have its dramatic moments. But some viewers may not have expected for Christina Aguilera's ongoing tiff with her fellow former

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Hawks hold off Celtics to stay alive in series

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Celtics at Hawks – C's Look to Earn Some Rest with a Win.

That determination is still up in the air in the Boston Celtics-Atlanta Hawks series, however. The Hawks came up with one final defensive stop Tuesday night and edged the Celtics 87-86 to send the series back to Boston for Game 6 Thursday.

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Sen. Richard Lugar defeated in Indiana's GOP primary

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Richard Lugar, who CNN projected would lose his bid for the GOP Senate nomination in Indiana, issued the following statement shortly after his concession speech Tuesday night: I would like to comment on the Senate race

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'The Voice': We have a winner

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By BILL CARTER By any measure, “The Voice” was a successful series for NBC and brought life to a moribund Monday night for that troubled network. That said, the final performance show for the singing competition underscored its more recent standing as

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John Travolta fights back as two masseurs allege sexual harassment

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John Travolta was sued out of the blue yesterday for alleged assault and sexual battery against a male masseuse. The anonymous man claims he was hired to give the actor a rub down at the Beverly Hilton Hotel this past January, but his client wanted

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Devils beat Flyers 3-1, reach East final

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In order to win tonight, the Flyers are really going to have to interrupt that deadly New Jersey forecheck. STOP GIVING THEM SO MUCH ROOM WITH THE PUCK, GUYS. Seriously, that's the game plan, at least on the

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Amendment One North Carolina: Anti-Gay Marriage Measure Passes

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The referendum- North Carolina Amendment One- goes a step beyond outlawing same-sex marriage, which was already illegal in the state. The law decrees that “marriage between one man and one woman is the only domestic legal union that shall be valid or

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Where the Wild Things Are: What Did It Mean to You?

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My favorite is “Where the Wild Things Are,” which recounts Max's adventures with fanged, clawed, horned Wild Things, which the boy ultimately tames and rules – before sailing home to eat dinner. It's a whole lot of fun for kids, and the fun part isn't

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Amendment 1: N.C. votes on banning gay marriage

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North Carolina voters go to the polls Tuesday to decide whether to add a measure banning gay marriage, civil unions and domestic partnerships to the state's constitution, in addition to the state's statutory prohibition against recognition

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John Travolta Hit With Second Sexual Battery Claim From Another Masseur

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John Travolta was sued out of the blue yesterday for alleged assault and sexual battery against a male masseuse. The anonymous man claims he was hired to give the actor a rub down at the Beverly Hilton Hotel this past January, but his client wanted

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Manatee flash mob surprises Florida beach-goers: SEE IT

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Palm Beach's Carlos Martinez struck out seven while allowing just three hits and one run over seven innings of work as the Cardinals defeated the Brevard County Manatees 6-2 on Monday morning. Palm Beach got on the board early as Chris Edmondson hit an

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James Beard Awards 2012: Christina Tosi Named Rising Star Chef

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The winners of the 2012 James Beard Foundation book, broadcast and journalism awards announced Friday are: ___ COOKBOOK AWARDS — Cookbook Hall of Fame “Home Cooking” and “More Home Cooking” by Laurie Cowin — Cookbook of the Year “Modernist Cuisine

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'The Voice' finale recap: Christina Aguilera's potshots at Tony Lucca distract …

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NBC previously announced that the live two-hour season finale of "The Voice" would air at a new time tonight, May 8 from 9-11 pm (ET). Previously, "The Voice" season finale was scheduled for broadcast from 8-10 pm (ET) that same night.

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Cole Hamels, Bryce Harper accelerate budding Phillies-Nationals rivalry

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WASHINGTON — Washington Nationals rookie Bryce Harper stole home in the bottom of the first inning against Philadelphia on Sunday night. The 19-year-old Harper added to his already growing list of accomplishments with

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Simple and Meaningful Mother's Day Gift Ideas

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INDIANAPOLIS – Even with all the countless things that make being a mother worth every minute, the day-to-day of being a mom can leave one feeling tired and worn-out. It can definitely drain any ounce of glamour and style right out of her.

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John Travolta denies sexual harassment charges in lawsuit; Linda Evangelista …

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John Travolta is being sued by the masseur who says the star groped his penis, propositioned him for sex, and masturbated in front of him. Travolta denies the events took place and says the suit is without merit. In a disappointing move, Delta Airlines

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Rangers beat Capitals in OT to lead series 3-2

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NEW YORK (Reuters) – A frantic finish by the New York Rangers snatched victory from the Washington Capitals' grasp and swung the pendulum their way in the NHL Eastern Conference semi-final series on Monday. The Rangers tied the game with 6.6 seconds

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Clippers edge Grizzlies in overtime to lead 3-1

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For updates and perspective on the Los Angeles Clippers, head on over to Clips Nation or check out SB Nation Los Angeles. For complete coverage of the 2012 NBA playoffs, stay tuned to SB Nation's dedicated NBA hub.

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Cal Ripken: Hitting Bryce Harper wasn't old school

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Is there anything Bryce Harper can't do? By James Wagner In the eight games Nationals fans have gotten to see Bryce Harper, they've seen an array of plays. And before a national audience on Sunday night against a division rival, he added more.

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Met Gala 2012: Gwyneth, Kanye, Rihanna and more rock museum glam

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Lana Del Rey hits the red carpet at the 2012 Met Ball held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday (May 7) in New York City. The 25-year-old singer wore a Joseph Altuzarra dress to the annual gala. Lana walked the red

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Met Ball: When sheer dresses go wrong

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Nina Dobrev leads a long train on the red carpet at the 2012 Met Ball held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday (May 7) in New York City. The 23-year-old Vampire Diaries actress wore a Donna Karan Atelier gown,

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Cole Hamels suspended 5 games for purposely drilling Bryce Harper

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PHILADELPHIA — Cole Hamels earned a five-game suspension for the way he welcomed Bryce Harper to the big leagues. The 2008 World Series MVP was suspended for intentionally throwing at the Washington rookie in

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Phoenix Coyotes advance to first conference final

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Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59), right wing Brandon Yip (18) and Nashville Predators right wing Andrei Kostitsyn (46) and others watch as the Phoenix Coyotes celebrate their series clinching win on Monday night in Glendale, Ariz.

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Christina Tosi, Grant Achatz win James Beard awards

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UPDATE: Here are all the winners: Best New RestaurantNext, Chicago.

The James Beard Awards, a night when chefs and media collide at Lincoln Center to hobnob in crowded

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Mixtape Daily: Meek Mill Returns With Dreamchasers 2

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by Steven J. Horowitz During last week's Maybach Music Group press conference, Rick Ross announced that Omarion was the latest to join the team, which also consists of Wale, Meek Mill and Stalley. Stopping by Hot 97's Cipha Sounds and Rosenberg Show,

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Manatees On Fort Lauderdale Beach Surprise Swimmers (VIDEO)

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Good morning! Tributes are pouring into Twitter this morning after word that author and illustrator Maurice Sendak has died in Danbury, Connecticut. Sendak wrote and illustrated Where The Wild Things Are along with a

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Yardsmart: Herbs are a sweet-smelling Mother's Day gift

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There's still time to order custom Mother's Day gifts in time for Mother's Day 2012, but you need to hurry! Here are five of our favorites from our Mother's Day gift guide.

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Vikings stadium plan clears Minn. House

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The Minnesota House approved a plan to build a $975 million stadium for the Vikings, but with a big boost in what the team would pay. The amended plan that passed 73-58 Monday night would raise the Vikings' share to $532 million, or about 55 percent of

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Linda Evangelista cuts a child support deal with billionaire

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Linda Evangelista at Manhattan Family Court where a settlement has been reached in her child custody case (May 7).

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Zuckerberg kicks off Facebook's IPO show in New York

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The question has been answered: Facebook is seeking a valuation of $96 billion. So how would Facebook rank among the world's largest IPOs of all-time?

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Saxx Mobile Exhibiting at CTIA Wireless 2012 in New Orleans

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In what seems to be turning into an annual tradition, the CEOs of the largest mobile operators in the US will be matching wits with Jim Cramer — and.

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(4) Memphis Grizzlies (1-2) at (5) Los Angeles Clippers (2-1), 10:30 pm (ET)

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Memphis Grizzlies at Los Angeles Clippers Monday, 5/7/12, 10:30 PM The Grizzlies will need to get physical in order to tie the series at two games apiece before heading back to Memphis for Game 5. “We're supposed to

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Hamels, Giroux: To tell truth, lying preferred

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[Biz Jornals] • Flyers blogger Travis Hughes on not getting angry over the Claude Giroux suspension: "If we're going to get mad at the Malkin hits and the Neal hits and the Weber hits and any other hit that's been laid down in these playoffs,

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Beastie Boys' Mike D and Ad-Rock remember Adam Yauch

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The death of Beastie Boys member Adam Yauch, who passed away on Friday after a long battle with cancer, has caused practically everyone in entertainment to come.

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LOS ANGELES (AP)

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By Pedro Moura | ESPNLosAngeles.com LOS ANGELES — Here is video of the Los Angeles Clippers' Blake Griffin and Chris Paul's postgame press conference following their 87-86 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday at the Staples Center.

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Why Strasburg/Harper Are the Greatest Prospect Duo Baseball Has Ever Seen

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Ump Greg Gibson, behind the plate for today's Nats-Marlins matchup, was in a Very Bad Place today when Wilson Ramos mishandled a Stephen Strasburg fastball and deflected it right into Gibson's groin area. Gibson

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Mother's Day Gift Ideas: The Most Relaxing Mother's Day Gifts From Etsy

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Think you've got this Mother's Day all wrapped and ready? Maybe you've already gotten a gift, ordered her flowers, or made your food list for the annual breakfast-in-bed. Allow me to commend you on the achievement. However, I'd like to suggest that you

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Matthew Fox, 'Lost' star, reportedly arrested on suspicion of DUI

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It's been a bad week for celebrity drivers. Amanda Bynes was involved with another hit and run. News reporter Jane McGarry was pulled over for driving under.

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Fighter Pilots Claim Intimidation Over F-22 Raptor Jets

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Was there a wide consensus in favor of the F-22 Raptor fighter jet before 60 Minutes reported on the plane's tendency to deprive its pilots of oxygen and become disoriented? This strange framing introduces last night's

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CTIA 2012: AT&T, Verizon Debut LTE Phones

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Ain't no party like a Genachowski party, cause a Genachowski party don't stop. So long as you've got the spectrum and bandwidth to keep your your Niki.

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North Carolina Amendment One: Proposed Gay Marriage Ban Draws National Attention

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North Carolina is the last of the former Confederate states without a similar constitutional amendment, reflecting the Democrats' control of the legislature until two years ago. More than 500000 voters had cast ballots before Tuesday through one-stop

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Bryce Harper knows how to read the unwritten rules

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WASHINGTON — Washington Nationals rookie Bryce Harper stole home in the bottom of the first inning against Philadelphia on Sunday night. The 19-year-old Harper added to his already growing list of accomplishments with

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Junior Seau: NFL Players Debate Safety as Family Delays Brain Donation

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Imagine Briggs' thrill when he finally got the chance to have lunch with Junior Seau. He sounded like an awestruck kid recalling that day. “When I thought of linebackers, Seau was at the top of my list,” Briggs said. As with the rest of the NFL,

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"The Avengers" box office debut boosted to new record

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by Darren Franich Pick a box-office record and The Avengers has probably broken it. Biggest opening weekend of all time? Check. Biggest Saturday gross of all time? Check. Most popular movie released this year featuring intense archery scenes?

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Jake Owen Gets Detained by Police and Married in 48 Hours!

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Following a long night out in his hometown of Vero Beach, Fla. on Cinco de Mayo — which ultimately ended with him being cuffed and detained by police –

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Joss Whedon and Kevin Feige Explain the Origin of the Mid-Credits Scene in THE …

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It is a truth universally acknowledged that Joss Whedon rules. This truth is celebrated across many disparate swaths of the internet, from Buffytown to Fireflyville to Dr. Horribleopolis. As a writer and director, Whedon has mastered the art of

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MLB suspends Cole Hamels five games for hitting Bryce Harper on purpose

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Bryce Harper swiped home plate against the Phillies last night, successfully completing the most exciting play in baseball.

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Report: Jayson Werth has surgery

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Jayson Werth, the former Phillie and favored target of visiting fans, delivered the lodestone hit, a three-run home run with two outs in the fifth inning that gave the Nationals their first runs. Once Werth's blast landed in the visitors' bullpen,

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BMO Mother's Day Survey: Canadians in a Gift Buying Mood this Mother's Day

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We will spend a record $18.6 billion on Mother's Day gifts this year — that works out to about $152 per mom. Judging by these figures, a Hallmark card and a macaroni necklace (my go-to gift from age three to 8 years-old)

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Suge Knight NOT arrested in Tupac Shakur murder — Las Vegas PD

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By Tony Hicks Because there hasn't been enough speculation about Tupac Shakur being alive this week, we're happy to report that Suge Knight is now saying the legendary rapper mis, of course, not dead. Maybe. Knight, owner of Tupac's record label Death

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Shelving Austerity for Growth Poses Big Risks in Europe

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By FRANCES D'EMILIO, AP – 1 minute ago ROME (AP) — Several candidates opposed to austerity measures were making a strong showing Monday in Italy's local elections, partial results indicated, in the first nationwide test for Premier Mario Monti since

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'The Amazing Race' season-finale recap: Rachel and Dave overcome near-fatal …

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TV Picks for Sunday, May 6, 2012, include the season finale of "The Amazing Race" on CBS; Homer tries to become a better husband on Fox's "The Simpsons"; the Comedy Awards on Comedy Central. "Amazing Race" contestants Rachel and Brendon jump with Masai

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George Lindsey, Andy Griffith Show's 'Goober Pyle' dies in Tennessee at 83

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George Lindsey — who appeared on such classic TV shows as "The Andy Griffith Show," "Gunsmoke" and "Hee Haw" — died Sunday morning after an extended…

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Anti-austerity ballot backlash rattles euro zone

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PARIS — The day after Francois Hollande rode to power in France on a slogan of "change now" the conversation in Europe is already different: Austerity has become a dirty word. Greek parties who reject the extreme

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George Lindsey, Goober on 'Andy Griffith,' Dies

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George Lindsey, who spent nearly 30 years as the grinning Goober on "The Andy Griffith Show" and "Hee Haw," has died. He was 83.More >> George Lindsey, who made a TV career as a grinning service station attendant named Goober on "The Andy Griffith

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Washington Nationals Fail to Sweep Phillies as Jayson Werth Gets Injured: A …

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In a season which has seen the Washington Nationals lose significant time to injuries to players like Michael Morse, Drew Storen, Ryan Zimmerman and Adam LaRoche, tonight's report that Jayson Werth suffered a broken

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'The Avengers': Seven lessons of Marvel's box-office success

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I saw The Avengers over the weekend to a packed, rowdy, IMAX 3-D audience and I'm not the least bit surprised it raked in more than $200 million, setting a new box office record for a US movie debut. Marvel's superhero action extravaganza fires on all

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George Lindsey–Andy Griffith Show's 'Goober'–dies at age 83

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Lindsey got his big break when he was cast on The Andy Griffith Show in 1964 as the slow-witted-but-kind Goober. He became known on the show for his Goober dance and his infamously bad Cary Grant impression. Lindsey continued to portray the character

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Nationals' Jayson Werth breaks wrist, could be out months

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Washington Nationals right fielder Jayson Werth broke his left wrist Sunday night trying to make a sliding catch against the Philadelphia Phillies. "It's a clean break," Washington manager Davey Johnson said after the Nationals' 9-3 loss.

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George Lindsey dies at 83; 'The Andy Griffith Show's' Goober Pyle

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The actor — who also appeared on Hee Haw — passes away Sunday in Nashville.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — George Lindsey, who made a TV career as a grinning service station attendant named Goober on "The Andy Griffith Show" and "Hee Haw," has died. He was 83.

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Joe Biden Was for Marriage Equality Before He Was Against It

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Gaffe-prone Vice President Joe Biden may have struck again by saying he was “absolutely comfortable” with gay marriage, a position his boss has not publicly supported. Biden made the comments on NBC's “Meet the Press” Sunday, sparking a flurry of news

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Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper Steals Home After Purpose Pitch By …

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MLB Team Report – Washington Nationals – INSIDE PITCH The Nationals are still hoping Adam LaRoche will be out about only three more days. The first baseman is battling a strained/sore right oblique, and manager Davey Johnson wants to be careful.

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Is there anything Bryce Harper can't do?

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WASHINGTON — Washington Nationals rookie Bryce Harper stole home in the bottom of the first inning against Philadelphia on Sunday night. The 19-year-old Harper added to his already growing list of accomplishments with

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Eli Manning Was Comical on 'Saturday Night Live'

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"Saturday Night Live" capitalized on some of the most popular and funniest topics in the news on Saturday night, running the gamut from tanning mom Patricia Krentcil to "Fifty Shades of Grey" on Mother's Day. On the Eli Manning-hosted show, "SNL"

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David Blaine, Scientist

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By SHAWN JANSEN – Sjansen@mercedsun-star.com ATWATER — Chelsea Evans gave a performance that would have impressed Harry Houdini or David Blaine. Merced High's softball ace played the part of escape artist, pitching out of bases-loaded jams in each of

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Orioles beat Sox at long ball

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In the first major league game since 1925 in which both teams put a position player on the mound, Davis overcame an awful day at the plate by pitching two scoreless innings and getting the win as the Baltimore Orioles

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Alteril

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Joe Biden stirs the pot on same-sex marriage (+video)

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6, 2012 – Vice President Joe Biden says he believes that Chinese legal activist Chen Guangcheng's future is in the United States. He has an invitation to come to New York University. (/Associated Press) Correction: Clarification: AP Top Stories 1:02 AP

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Washington Nationals Look to Sweep Phillies After Improving to 18-9: A Fan's …

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Washington Nationals 7-1 Over Philadelphia Phillies, Gio Gonzalez Strong Again. #Nats Take Back Park?

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Washington Nationals Game 28 Review: Nats lose game to Phils, Werth to broken …

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Stephen Strasburg, the National League's pitcher of the month for April, will take the mound for the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Friday evening. In the outfield will be Bryce Harper, the 19-year-old who made his major league debut less

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Lessons for Japan from Chernobyl

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Warner Bros. Pictures has released the first film clip from their upcoming horror film “Chernobyl Diaries.” The film stars Jesse McCartney, Pasha D. Lychnikoff, Dimitri Diatchenko, Jonathan Sadowski, Olivia Dudley, Ingrid Bolso

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Famous New York moms on Mother's Day gifts

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Read 'Mother's Day gift guide: 10 affordable presents to make Mom's life easier' on Digital Trends. Need ideas for what to get mommy dearest this upcoming

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Junior Seau's family revisiting decision to donate his brain

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In hopes of helping others, members of Junior Seau's family have decided to have the late football star's brain studied by doctors to see whether he suffered brain injuries. The decision came after the San Diego County medical examiner concluded that

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Michael Phelps: Ready for London games?

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Finally, as the world prepares for the 2012 Summer Olympics to be held in London, it is Michael Phelps who is carrying high expectations on his shoulders to win gold following his unprecedented and Olympic American history making eight gold medal wins

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Team of destiny? Orioles have magic look

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The two-time defending AL champion Texas Rangers dominated the last-place Baltimore Orioles last season, outscoring them by 29 runs over six games. The teams don't appear to be as mismatched in 2012. Baltimore has won five straight over traditional

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Nationals vs. Phillies: Bryce Harper steals home, but Philadelphia takes charge

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Recreational softball phenom Bryce Harper is making quite the impression on the DC fan base during his debut fortnight in The Show. (They're not really going to send him back down to AAA, are they?) First, it was making

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Greek Vote Delivers Rejection Of Incumbents, Austerity

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Greek voters dealt a blow to Europe's austerity commitments, as opposition parties win elections.

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'Avengers' Fans: Thank TV For That Awesome Movie (And What Joss Should Do Next)

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The Internet is full of videos related to movies, whether they be fan made, studio made, or somewhere in between. We regularly bring you the best, most.

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Albert Pujols finally able to exhale

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It took 111-at-bats but Albert Pujols has finally hit his first regular season home-run as a member of the Los Angeles Angels. The drought ended after.

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After Thrilling Win by Decision Comes Maddening Indecision

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(Team Julaton) While Floyd Mayweather's clash with Miguel Cotto has taken center stage in the boxing world, a lot has occurred in the local scene over the past week. • HURRICANE WATCH: Daly City's Ana Julaton (NorCal P4P No. 10; 10-3-1, 1 KO) looks to

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'Fifty Shades of Grey' author draws a devoted crowd to book signing

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VIDEO: SNL mocked “Fifty Shades of Grey.” In a parody Mother's Day commercial for Amazon.com, moms get sexed up reading the erotic novel. WATCH here!

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Tonight's HBO 'Rock and Roll Hall of Fame' special is a fitting eulogy for …

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By Susan Whitall 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony: Smokey Robinson introduces the Miracles, inducted into the Hall along with the Midnighters. (HBO) It's hard not to have mixed emotions about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's induction ceremony,

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'Supermoon' illuminates, captivates around the globe

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I'll Have Another scheduled to arrive at Pimlico on Monday afternoon

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(AP) – Kentucky Derby winner I'll Have Another is off to Maryland for the second leg of the Triple Crown, and the chestnut colt isn't wasting any time heading to Maryland. Trainer Doug O'Neill says I'll Have Another will fly from Louisville to

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Triple Crown 2012 Schedule: Kentucky Derby Winner, I'll Have Another, Heads To …

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If you're looking for reasons to be optimistic about I'll Have Another's chances to win the Triple Crown, there are several

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5 things from Mayweather-Cotto

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Boxing champ Floyd Mayweather Jr. really knows how to make an entrance. The undefeated fighter enlisted Justin Bieber, rappers 50 Cent and Lil Wayne and the wrestler HHH as honorary members of his entourage on

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See Video: Kentucky Derby Winner Headed To Baltimore On Monday

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The 138th Kentucky Derby saw many powerful contenders; those who placed bets found themselves hard-pressed to choose between the collective favorite–”Union Rags”–and the talents of the many trophy winners who

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Mayweather Wins Unanimously Over Cotto

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LAS VEGAS — Floyd Mayweather Jr. finally found himself in a real fight, complete with a bloody nose and an opponent in Miguel Cotto who was never going to quit. As usual, he found a way to win.

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'Fifty Shades Freed': 11 Naughty Bits From the E.L. James Novel

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VIDEO: SNL mocked “Fifty Shades of Grey.” In a parody Mother's Day commercial for Amazon.com, moms get sexed up reading the erotic novel. WATCH here!

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Mayweather impressive, still shuns Pacquiao

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LAS VEGAS—Floyd Mayweather Jr. was getting ready to make his ring walk about the time Manny Pacquiao arrived at Los Angeles International Airport on Philippine Airlines Flight 102. He'll be occupying a cell at the Clark County Detention Center by the

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Union Rags labors at start of Kentucky Derby

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They will be in Louisville to see Union Rags, the 3-year-old colt Phyllis had been dreaming about her whole life, the horse she bred and Jamie drew; the horse she sold and bought back because the dream kept recurring, the horse that will be one of the

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Kentucky Derby: Gutierrez Rides I'll Have Another to Win

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I'll Have Another beats favourite Bodemeister * Record 165000 crowd watches classic race * Irish-trained Daddy Long Legs finishes last (Adds details) By Julian Linden LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, May 5 (Reuters) – I'll Have Another won the 138th Kentucky

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Libertarians nominate ex-Governor Gary Johnson for president

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By Timothy Pratt | LAS VEGAS (Reuters) – The US Libertarian Party on Saturday chose former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson, who was once a Republican White House hopeful, as its presidential candidate in the November 6 election.

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Reyes, Bea win Flying Pig marathon

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Runners come up to Eden Park in this morning's Flying Pig Marathon. / Leigh Taylor / The Enquirer @lisawakeland: The #flyingpig is always entertaining to watch.

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How to see the supermoon — and shooting stars, too

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By Will Femia You've likely heard already that tomorrow (or today, depending on which side of sleep you're on) is this year's super moon. The super moon is the nearest full moon. This year the moon is officially full 25 minutes before it's at its

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Police: Homicide at Kentucky Derby track

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It was little solace to trainer Jerry Hollendorfer that Rousing Sermon beat more than half of the field in finishing eighth at odds of 40-to-1 in Saturday's Kentucky Derby. "It's better than not beating half the field," he said when reached by cell

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Mayweather vs. Cotto: Round-by-round recap

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Floyd Mayweather didn't just defeat Miguel Cotto on Sat., May 5, 2012, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to add yet another boxing championship to his extensive collection. He brought Justin Bieber and Triple H to the fight with him to

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BYU rugby team scores 103 in quarterfinal rout of UCLA

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BYU senior Katy Andrews did us all a favor when she humbly uploaded that hilarious video of her grand crash into the water jump during a weekend steeplechase event. And now that the Salt Lake Tribune has broken the entire episode down

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Kentucky Derby 2012: I'll Have Another Attempts To End Triple Crown Drought

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Now the race is on among five or six commercial laboratories to convince thoroughbred breeders and buyers that testing for this gene and other markers is the road to the Triple Crown. In the meantime, the geneticists behind these companies scramble to

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Supermoon 2012: Reactions and photos, May 5

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On Saturday and Sunday (May 5- 6) a "supermoon" of 2012 and the Eta Aquarid meteor shower will both hit their peak. While the bright full moon could interfere with the Eta Aquarid meteor display, some of the shower's brightest fireballs should still be

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Oklahoma City Thunder sweep Dallas Mavericks

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OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER: Drew Hooper wanted to combine a couple passions of his life — painting and the Oklahoma City Thunder. So he did what every big Thunder fan would do. He painted his 1996 Suzuki X-90 with images of Thunder players and an

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Supermoon brightens the night sky

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Saturday's event was a "supermoon," the closest and therefore the biggest and brightest full moon of the year. At 11:34 pm, the moon was about 221802 miles from Earth. That's about 15300 miles closer than average. That proximity makes the moon appear

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'Fifty Shades of Grey' author EL James spreads the love in Washington

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By CHRISTINE ARMARIO April 29, 2012 9:48PM 50 shades of popular: EL James (with publicist Russell Perreault) signs copies of Fifty Shades of Grey in Coral Gables, Fla., on Sunday. | Jeffrey M. Boan~AP MIAMI — Young school teachers, middle-aged nurses

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Mother's Day 2012: Why Stepmoms Are Ignored

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Here's a list of places around town serving Mother's Day specials: The Tasting Kitchen will serve Mother's Day brunch from 10:30 am to 2 pm, featuring dishes such as the squash blossom, tomato and ricotta frittata ($13), savory waffles with fried

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Mayweather Wins! What's Next? Fan's Take

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By Rick Reeno Golden Boy Promotions President Oscar De La Hoya doesn't expect a mega-fight between welterweight champions Floyd Mayweather Jr. (42-0, 26KOs) and Manny Pacquiao (54-3-2, 38KOs) to happen any time soon. Mayweather faces WBA 154-pound

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Floyd Mayweather wins unanimous decision over Miguel Cotto

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By Lance Pugmire LAS VEGAS — Floyd Mayweather Jr.improved to 43-0 with a unanimous decision over Puerto Rico's Miguel Cotto (37-3) on Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mayweather, who is 35 and facing a June 1 jail sentence on a domestic

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Cinco de Mayo in San Jose off to a peaceful start

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La jornada fue de sabor latino en homenaje al Cinco de Mayo mexicano. MAGS OUT; NO SALES; USA TODAY OUT ((AP Foto/The Times-Picayune, Brett Duke) MAGS OUT; NO SALES; USA TODAY OUT) translate to: "Give me another tequila," "I will do it for you," and "I

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Mayweather vs. Cotto: Can the underdog turn this megafight into something special?

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Tags: Miguel Cotto, Floyd Mayweather Jr. LAS VEGAS — Floyd Mayweather Jr. finally found himself in a real fight, complete with a bloody nose and an opponent in Miguel Cotto who never was going to quit. As usual, he found a way to win.

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Best 6 apps for Supermoon 2012 watching

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An explanation of the moon phases using a colorful diagram with realistic images.

This was a cute moon phases booklet that a teacher shared with me. She made it at a training and we were looking for the easiest way it could be done with her 80 fourth grade students (once we work it out I will post!).

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UFC on Fox 3: Nate Diaz submits Jim Miller

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — This is the UFC on FOX 3 live blog for Nate Diaz vs. Jim Miller, a lightweight bout on Saturday night's UFC event from the IZOD Center.Diaz, who has won two of his past four

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Virginia Gold Cup Races

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US Bank can once again claim bragging rights as the Gold Cup champion at this year's Junior Achievement Mini Corvette Challenge. Held at the National Corvette Museum, the annual race pitted 21 teams against one another this year, running a series of

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Floyd Mayweather Jr. tuvo que emplearse al máximo para vencer a un gran Miguel …

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Carlos Quintana and Deandre Latimore kicked off the action for the Floyd Mayweather vs. Miguel Cotto HBO pay-per-view broadcast. Latimore came out looking to throw with power while Quintana looked to move laterally and pop of the jab and straight left

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