Obama addresses United Nations, meets with Russian, Japanese leadersSeptember 23rd, 2009 Obama makes first UN speechNEW YORK — President Barack Obama on Wednesday makes his first address before the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Obama then has a busy schedule of meetings, including one bringing together leaders of countries that contribute troops to U.N.
Penn makes Florian quit to retain UFC lightweight title in co-main event of UFC 101August 9th, 2009 Penn defends UFC lightweight titlePHILADELPHIA —BJ Penn has successfully defended his UFC lightweight crown, using the rear naked choke to make Kenny Florian tap out in the fourth round in the co-main event of UFC 101. Penn (14-5-1) took down Florian about 80 seconds into the fourth round and kept the No.
Year-round skiing in Virginia opening Aug. 29July 27th, 2009 Year-round skiing in Virginia opening Aug. 29LYNCHBURG, Va.
Pa. day care center ordered closed after 4 toddlers wander away, are found next to busy roadJuly 25th, 2009 Pa. day care center that lost 4 kids ordered shutPITTSBURGH — Pennsylvania welfare officials have ordered the closure of a day care center after four toddlers wandered 200 yards away from it and were found by truck drivers along a busy road. The Department of Public Welfare on Thursday accused the Walnut Grove Christian Day Care in suburban Pittsburgh of "gross incompetence, negligence and misconduct."
Department spokeswoman Stacey Witalec says the children were 3 or younger and walked the equivalent of two football fields away Tuesday.
Which way to San Francisco Bay? Baby sea lion rescued on freeway is malnourished but alertJune 22nd, 2009 Which way to Bay? Baby sea lion rescued on freewaySAN FRANCISCO — A baby sea lion wandered onto a busy San Francisco Bay area freeway Monday morning but, after a ride in the back seat of a police car, was safe and resting at a marine center later in the day. Drivers on Interstate 880 started calling authorities around 5:45 a.m.
Obama takes a leisurely weekend before upcoming busy weekJune 1st, 2009 Obama takes it slow before upcoming busy weekWASHINGTON — It was a leisurely weekend for President Barack Obama, whose schedule is about to kick into high gear for domestic and overseas business. Obama played a full round of golf on Sunday at Fort Belvoir, Va., where he stayed for about five hours.
MRF National Supercross from May 24May 18th, 2009 CHENNAI - The first round of the MRF National Supercross championship for two-wheelers will be held in Goa on May 24, according to the Federation of Motor Sports Club of India (FMSCI). The popular Supercross event was not held last year.
'WAGS are busy cows, says Tottenham Hostspur manager RedknappMay 14th, 2009 LONDON - Tottenham Hostspur manager Harry Redknapp has branded WAGs "busy cows". The former Portsmouth manager, 62, said: "They're busy cows! "I don't like it.
Detroit defenseman Brian Rafalski makes series debut in Game 6May 13th, 2009 Rafalski returns to Red Wings lineupANAHEIM, Calif. — Defenseman Brian Rafalski returned to the Detroit Red Wings as they looked to eliminate the Anaheim Ducks in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals.
Pacquiao stuns Hatton with second-round KOMay 3rd, 2009 Pacquiao stuns Hatton with KOLAS VEGAS — Manny Pacquiao turned in perhaps the most dominating performance of his career Saturday night, knocking Ricky Hatton down twice in the first round before finally stopping him with a ferocious left hand in the final seconds of the second round. Pacquiao showed why he is considered the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world with a stunning knockout that left Hatton lying motionless on his back in the middle of the ring.
Browns coach Mangini says undrafted Texas Tech QB Harrell makes good 1st impression in tryoutMay 2nd, 2009 Texas Tech star QB Harrell has tryout with BrownsBEREA, Ohio — Former Texas Tech star quarterback Graham Harrell has a lot to prove in three days. Harrell was invited to the Cleveland Browns rookie minicamp on a three-day tryout.
Chiefs add to line depth by signing free agent center Eric GhiaciucMay 1st, 2009 Chiefs sign center Eric GhiaciucKANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday signed unrestricted free agent center Eric Ghiaciuc.
RUSSO ON FOOTBALL: One team's risky pick is another team's bold move in NFL draftApril 27th, 2009 Is he a good pick? Depends on who picks himNEW YORK — In college football there's a theory, supported by some solid evidence, that a high school player's rating is influenced by the schools recruiting him. A player can go from a three-star prospect to four stars when Urban Meyer shows up at his door.
Cowboys trade 2nd-round pick to Bills, leaving them without a selection on NFL draft's 1st dayApril 26th, 2009 Cowboys trade 2nd-round draft pick to BillsIRVING, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys traded their second-round pick Saturday, leaving them without a selection on the first day of the NFL draft. The Buffalo Bills acquired the 51st pick from the Cowboys in exchange for third- and fourth-round picks, the 75th and 110th selections.
Simi takes lead at DLF golfJanuary 21st, 2009 GURGAON - Shalini Malik dropped out of the lead as experienced Simi Mehra took over at the end of the second round of the eighth leg of the DLF Women's Indian Tour event. Simi, who had a 79 in first round, shot 75 as Shalini followed her 77 in first round with 84 in the second.
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