India lose 1-3 to England in hockeyBIRMINGHAM - India lost 1-3 to England in the first of the three matches of their hockey Test series here. Hameed eager to make IPL appearanceLAHORE - Pakistan top order batsman Yasir Hameed is eagerly waiting to participate in the Indian Premier League’s (IPL) next season. BSkyB posts solid 4th quarter profit as recession-hit consumers enjoy home entertainmentLONDON — Satellite TV service British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC posted a solid fourth-quarter net profit on Thursday as more consumers turned to home entertainment in the recession — drawing the company closer to its target of 10 million subscribers by 2010. BSkyB posts solid 4th quarter profits as recession-hit consumers enjoy home entertainmentLONDON — Satellite TV service British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC posted Thursday a solid fourth-quarter net profit as more consumers turned to home entertainment in the recession — drawing the company closer to its target of 10 million subscribers by 2010. Phillies acquire reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Cliff Lee and OF Ben Francisco from IndiansPHILADELPHIA — Cliff Lee’s new teammates were so excited to get him, they gave the man responsible for the trade a clubhouse curtain call. Looking for an ace to bolster their so-so rotation, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired Lee on Wednesday from Cleveland, marking the second straight year the Indians traded the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner. 1 down, 1 to go: Vikings sign 2nd-round draft pick Phil Loadholt, with Harvin yet to signMANKATO, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings have signed second-round draft pick Phil Loadholt. Phillies get Cy Young winner Lee, OF Francisco from IndiansPHILADELPHIA — Cliff Lee is more than just a consolation prize. Patriots start training camp on Thursday as Brady enters next phase of his comebackFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady’s comeback is entering its next phase. LHP Hill placed on disabled list by Orioles, who are unsure of severity of shoulder injuryBALTIMORE — Left-hander Rich Hill was placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday by the Baltimore Orioles, who labeled his injury as “shoulder inflammation” even though the pitcher contends he’s had a torn labrum since the beginning of the season. Historic day for Indian boxing, says ChautalaNEW DELHI - Indian Boxing Federation (IBF) president Abhay Singh Chautala called it a “historic” day for the sport in the country after Olympic bronze medallist Vijender Singh and four-time world boxing champion M.C.Marykom were declared recipients of Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award. Bobcats, Hornets complete swap of centers Emeka Okafor, Tyson ChandlerCHARLOTTE, N.C. — The New Orleans Hornets finally found a taker for Tyson Chandler. It took a deal with tinkering Charlotte coach Larry Brown, who was willing to jettison the Bobcats’ first draft pick. Brett Favre tells Vikings coach he won’t come out of retirement to play for MinnesotaMINNEAPOLIS — The purple No. 4 jerseys with “FAVRE” on the back were already in heavy circulation around the Twin Cities and it seemed almost inevitable that Brett Favre would end his second retirement to join the Minnesota Vikings. Vikings coach says Brett Favre won’t come out of retirement to play for MinnesotaMINNEAPOLIS — Brett Favre has handed the Minnesota Vikings one more loss. Vikings coach Brad Childress says quarterback Brett Favre not coming out of retirementMINNEAPOLIS — Brett Favre has handed the Minnesota Vikings one more loss. The 39-year-old Favre called Vikings coach Brad Childress on Tuesday to tell the coach he won’t be coming out of retirement to play for Minnesota. McDermott officially replaces Johnson as Eagles defensive coordinatorPHILADELPHIA — Sean McDermott has replaced Jim Johnson as the Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator, two days before the team opens training camp. Toymaker Hornby wins licensing rights to create, market toys linked to London 2012 OlympicsLONDON — Toymaker Hornby PLC has been granted licensing rights to produce a range of toys — including the iconic red London buses and black taxis — linked to the London 2012 Olympics. Atherton says Flintoff bowled with unprecedented hostilityLONDON - Former England captain Michael Atherton has praised Andrew Flintoff for his superb bowling spell of five for 92 on the fifth and final day of the Lord’s Test, but warned that England still have a long way to go in the Ashes series. Jesse Holley for Dallas Cowboys
Manny Ramirez passes Mickey Mantle in Dodgers’ 7-5 win over RedsLOS ANGELES — Manny Ramirez didn’t plan to upstage teammate Jason Schmidt in his first major league start in more than two years. Talented Asian players suddenly in big demand from European soccer clubsSEOUL, South Korea — Manchester United has a not-so-secret weapon to win over fans in its preseason tour of Asia — the continent’s star, Park Ji-sung. Ponting takes rookies on a spiritual journey at LordsLONDON - Australian cricket captain Ricky Ponting became a tour guide for his rookie team at Lords on Wednesday. US rider Tyler Farrar comes close to beating sprint ace Mark Cavendish at Tour de FranceSAINT-FARGEAU, France — While Lance Armstrong and Alberto Contador put aside their rivalry in Wednesday’s 11th stage of the Tour de France, Tyler Farrar almost became the first American rider to win a stage at this year’s race. Tallon ‘comfortable’ with new position after Blackhawks move him from GM to adviserCHICAGO — A day after being demoted from general manager to an adviser, Dale Tallon said he still wants to help the Chicago Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup and that the franchise remains in his blood. Back at British Open, Kenny Perry says he has nothing against tournament he skipped a year ago
Evan Longoria out of All-Star game; replaced by Michael Young in starting lineupST. LOUIS — A frustrating injury left Evan Longoria with an unusual role in the All-Star game: cheerleader. Ferguson holds no complaint against RonaldoLONDON - Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said that he holds no complaint against Cristiano Ronaldo for leaving Manchester United to join Real Madrid. erguson had always said that he would not let 24-year-old leave for Madrid, but ultimately had to bow to the world record 80 million pounds transfer fee. Azhar aims reverse sweep at Navjot Sidhu
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Tribal children being trained as boxers in JharkhandDHANBAD - Several tribal boys and girls are being motivated to develop skills in boxing sport at a boxing club at Chalkari in Jharkhand’s Dhanbad region. Police rule shooting of ex-NFL QB McNair a homicide; death of girlfriend still unclassifiedNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Shot twice in the head and two more times in the chest, former NFL quarterback Steve McNair was the victim of a homicide, police declared Sunday. But authorities wouldn’t say it was a murder-suicide — even with his 20-year-old girlfriend dead at his feet from a single bullet. Serena- Venus face-off, yet again, Wimbledon 2009 Finals
Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer stays in Anaheim with new 1-year dealANAHEIM, Calif. — Ducks captain Scott Niedermayer is staying in Anaheim after signing a one-year deal Wednesday worth $6 million plus bonuses. Washington Capitals fill RW void, agree to 2-year contract with free agent Mike KnubleWASHINGTON — Thirteen seasons in the NHL have made Mike Knuble comfortable with doing the dirty work in the corners and in front of the net. Sabres open their free agent season by signing D MontadorBUFFALO, N.Y. — Unable to meet defensman Jaroslav Spacek’s contract demands, the Buffalo Sabres wasted little time to find an experienced — but less expensive — replacement: Steve Montador. NASCAR confirms Mayfield tested positive for methamphetaminesCHARLOTTE, N.C. — NASCAR confirmed Wednesday that suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield tested positive for methamphetamines. |