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  • Fin's crew fall in final Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 12:11PMFormer Roncalli College rower Fin Scott and his lightweight four failed to fire in the final at the Under-23 World Rowing Championships in Belarus.
  • Corleone character a big hit for Jindrak in Mexico Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 1:57AMMarco Corleone, formerly WWE's Mark Jindrak, is one of the central characters on ``Lucha Libre USA: Masked Warriors,'' a new pro wrestling show seen 10 p.m. EST/PST Fridays on MTV2.
  • Westwood woman running in the home of the original marathon Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:09PMVictoria Koutris, of Westwood, will be running the Athens Marathon in October to raise money to fight a genetic blood disorder that affects people of Mediterranean descent.
  • Smooth, flavorful gelato may be Italy's greatest attraction Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 9:15PMGelato may be Italy's main attraction. With a lower fat content that lets the flavors shine through, gelato also is smoother than its ice-cream cousins. That's partly because it's made at a much higher temperature than most other ice creams, meaning not as many grainy little ice crystals form. It's hard to get the formula just right to make it at home, but a little mascarpone cheese in the mix ...
  • The house on Nanny Goat Hill Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 6:28AMColumnist looks back at grandfather's Meiers Corners home
  • Theatre Review: Lingua Franca Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 11:44AMWest End revivals of Privates on Parade , Passion and A Day in the Death of Joe Egg over the past decade have established Peter Nichols’ best plays as modern classics. However his last London premier was in 1984, so it comes as a surprise to find him at the age of 83 opening a new play at the Finborough. Lingua Franca follows Steven Flowers, the central character in Privates on Parade, to ...
  • Paul The Octopus RETIRING From Soccer Predictions (PICTURES) Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 9:47AMPaul the Octopus, the mesmerizing mollusk whose supernatural skill at predicting World Cup outcomes earned him a global following, is set to retire from football forecasting. The soccer savant stunned fans around the world by successfully picking the outcome of eight World Cup games without getting a single prediction wrong.
  • Susan Yager: We're Getting Even Fatter--Now What Do We Do? Monday, July 12, 2010 @ 8:31AMNext year the nation's report card on obesity can be even worse, it can plateau, or it can begin to reverse itself. It will take more than a village, it will take every single one of us to be part of the solution.
  • Capsules of all World Cup tournaments Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 7:35PMUruguay was chosen as the host of the first World Cup largely because of its status as Olympic champion. The decision was not overly popular, however, because of the long travel for European teams.
  • Capsules of all World Cup tournaments Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 7:07PMCapsules on each of the 19 World Cup tournaments: Uruguay 1930 Uruguay was chosen as the host of the first World Cup largely because of its status as Olympic champion. The decision was not overly popular, however, because of the long travel for European teams. There was no qualifying tournament then, so teams were invited to play.
  • All In The Game Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 6:51PMA World Cup miscellany compiled by MARY HANNIGAN
  • World Cup 2010: South Africa was noisy, mad and magnificent to the end Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 5:29PMIan Chadband on the good, the bad and the ugly of South Africa 2010.
  • It's easy to serve up your own homemade ice cream Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 5:50AMJuly is National Ice Cream Month, so treat yourself.
  • Now they are household names Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 5:29PMINSPIRATION for the World Cup semi-finalists has come from the unfashionable, the forgotten, the overshadowed and the discarded - a ragtag quartet putting the pre-tournament poster boys in their place.
  • What happened when the World Cup losers went home? Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 6:16PMSome were celebrated, some were scorned, and one team was even suspended en masse. Robin Scott-Elliot and Daniel Howden report
  • The Rainbow Nation: May Democracy Prevail In The FIFA Republic Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 12:09PMThere is nothing quite like a bit of local flavour, and this is what we have for you with this blog from Clyde Tlou, Pretoria resident and opinionated youngster - catch some of his personal views here...
  • World Cup's new poster boys Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 8:37AMInspiration for the World Cup semifinalists has come from the unfashionable, the forgotten, the overshadowed and the discarded -a ragtag quartet putting the pre-tournament poster boys in their place.
  • 'The German' considered most-feared Chicago mobster Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 4:02AMThe FBI called him a "psychopath" and "an extremely ruthless, cold-blooded and malicious individual with a violent temper." He was dubbed "one of the top 'hit men' in Chicago for the past 10 years," back in 1975. Investigators were warned: "Extreme caution should be exercised ... in view of his propensity for violence." And a confidential source once told the FBI he was "a very mean individual ...
  • Inside a hit man Frank Schweihs' secret FBI files Monday, July 5, 2010 @ 4:01AMThe Watchdogs: The FBI called him a "psychopath" and "an extremely ruthless, cold-blooded and malicious individual with a violent temper." He was dubbed "one of the top 'hit men' in Chicago for the past 10 years," back in 1975. One nickname he was known by was "The Nut." Many of Frank Schweihs' secrets went to the grave with him. But his once-secret FBI files -- 531 pages in all, obtained by the ...
  • Ragtag quartet put poster boys in their place Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 11:50AMJOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - Inspiration for the World Cup semi-finalists has come from the unfashionable, the forgotten, the overshadowed and the discarded -- a ragtag quartet putting the pre-tournament poster boys in their place.
  • Ragtag quartet put poster boys in their place Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 11:29AMBy Kevin Fylan
  • Wise Words with Cathy and Mike Sacco - Sat, 03 Jul 2010 PST Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 2:06AMCathy Sacco and Mike Sacco talk about gratitude in this recent "Wise Words in Troubled Times" interview.
  • New Kid on the Sales Block: McLaren Sets Up Dealerships Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 1:23AMFOR an upstart exotic-car company to make a credible run at Ferrari, its marketing had better be as compelling as its cars. If the venture is named McLaren Automotive, however, the brand custodians can at least forgo embossed key fobs and polo shirts.
  • Carry on Capello Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 7:51PMDecision to keep England manager 'was no surprise'
  • London Luxury-Home Prices Driven Higher by Russians, Overseas Purchasers Friday, July 2, 2010 @ 3:13AMPrices of properties costing more than 2 million pounds ($3 million) rose 20 percent in June from a year earlier, the London-based real estate broker said in an e-mailed report today.
  • Scarlett Johansson one of discreet celebs at Standard Hotel Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 10:44PMWhile Dree Hemingway, Fabiola Beracasa, Agyness Deyn and a slew of beautiful Italians were partying at Le Bain on the roof of the Standard Hotel...
  • Ciao Italy, arrivederci Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 4:27PMITALY lost 3-2 against Slovakia and were eliminated from the World Cup in the first round, four years after having won the tournament.
  • French chef's exotic dishes delighted Aussies Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 11:36PMMost chefs would give their wooden spoon for a favourable restaurant review, but not former Sydney and Blue Mountains chef Dany Chouet.
  • Europe’s not-so common market Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 3:30PMDespite the economic integration rhetoric coming from the EU's political leaders, a return to full-blown protectionism, or even aggressive nationalism, remains a possibility to be feared. 1 Jul 2010 10:07 AM
  • LeBron's Choice: Leave or Leave a Legacy Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 12:31AMIf LeBron James is truly interested in establishing himself as the next great player, his path seems quite clear, despite what you may be hearing. The sexier rumors have him teaming with Dwayne Wade and/or Chris Bosh to form the next big three, which could happen in at least three different cities. That would make absolutely no sense when you factor in what kind of legacy LeBron is after, and ...
  • Acergy and S-7 agree merger terms - FINALLY! Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 1:51PMThe long talked-about merger of subsea contractors Acergy and Subsea 7 (SEN, 25/15) moved closer to reality this week with the companies finally talking about specific plans that could see the deal finalised by later this year or early 2011 ...
  • Fifa should make use of technology - readers Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 9:31AMThe shocking decision not to award Frank Lampard a goal against Germany, even after replays showed the ball has crossed the line comfortably, has seen the debate over using technology in football matches come to the fore.
  • 2010 FIFA World Cup: The Wheat Has Been Separated From The Chaff Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 7:33AMGoing into the World Cup there were at least 10 nations who would have felt they had a realistic chance of emerging victorious. The bookmakers might not have been able to see beyond Spain and Brazil but Argentina, Holland, Italy, Germany, France, Portugal and, to a lesser extent, the Ivory Coast and Cameroon would all have felt winning the World Cup was at least a possibility. Spain Brazil ...
  • Boks get a good warm-up Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 2:46AMWhat a difference a week can make to the moods of Peter de Villiers and John Smit!
  • The Euro And The Death of the Welfare State Sunday, June 27, 2010 @ 7:42PMHow Greece's economic plight threatens to rattle other European countries.
  • FIFA World Cup 2010: Knockout Kicks — Who Makes The "Elite Eight"? Part 2 Saturday, June 26, 2010 @ 10:02AMWe are halfway towards filling out who will make the final eight of the World Cup.  Unfortunately for spectators on the home continent, there is only one African team remaining, as the Ivory Coast were unable to climb their tall mountain.  Still though, there are some interesting story lines for these four games, including two more players who are certain to receive huge paychecks after this ...
  • Mourning after Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 4:29PMFans in grief as Italy crashes out of World Cup
  • FIFA World Cup 2010: Italy Must Look to Germany to Rebuild for the Future Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 3:17PMIt may have taken some time, but the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa has finally sparked into life. As the last round of group games are completed, we have already witnessed some big names fall while lesser lights have lived to fight another day. Today saw current World Champions Italy exit the competition, and, in doing so, make some unwanted history alongside France as the two nations ...
  • 'Knights of Shame' Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 2:34PMItaly coach Marcello Lippi took full responsibility for his side's failure at the World Cup.
  • (AFX UK Focus) 2010-06-24 18:16 FACTBOX-Euro zone govt austerity plans stir protests Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 12:48PMJune 24 (Reuters) - European trade unions have said they will hold a "European Day of Action" on Sept. 29 to protest against spending cuts across the region. Here are details of some of the major protests in euro zone countries whose economies are saddled with high debt levels.
  • Slovakia 3 Italy 2: match report Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 12:39PMHolders Italy make a humiliating exit in the group stage, joining fellow 2006 finalists France in bowing out of 2010 World Cup.
  • Arrivederci: Defending champ Italy ousted from World Cup Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 12:28PMJOHANNESBURG - Defending champion Italy was eliminated Thursday from the World Cup with a humbling 3-2 loss to Slovakia, which advanced.
  • Slovakia humiliate World Champs Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 11:56AMThe 2010 World Cup finals suffered its second major shock when defending champions Italy failed to get past the first round.
  • Hamsik: This game will be like a Final Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 9:06PMFeeling that Slovakia have yet to show their best at South Africa 2010, Marek Hamsik shared his thoughts with FIFA ahead of their final group match with Italy.
  • Nick Bollettieri: Murray will put on a show fit for the Queen if he can keep his cool Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 6:37PMAndy Murray made an assured start on Tuesday, dispatching Jan Hajek in straight sets to earn himself an appointment with royalty today on Centre Court. The Queen is coming to the All England Club for the first time since 1977, Virginia Wade and all that, and you don't need omens to see Murray going deep in to this tournament. Each time he's played here, he's gone a round further than before.
  • Pirelli clinches tyre deal Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 3:36PMVALENCIA: Italian tyre manufacturer Pirelli has clinched an exclusive three-year deal to supply tyres to Formula One teams from next year, the sport's governing body FIA announced on Wednesday.
  • Pirelli clinch F1 tyre deal Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 3:09PMPirelli has clinched an exclusive three-year deal to supply tyres to Formula One teams from next year.
  • Pirelli clinch three-year tyre deal Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 1:21PMVALENCIA, Spain -Italian tyre manufacturer Pirelli has clinched an exclusive three-year deal to supply tyres to Formula One teams from next year, the sport's governing body FIA announced on Wednesday. Read more...
  • Pirelli gets F1 tyre deal Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 9:16AMVALENCIA (Spain) - ITALIAN tyre manufacturer Pirelli has clinched an exclusive three-year deal to supply tyres to Formula One teams from next year, the sport's governing body FIA announced on Wednesday. 'Pirelli has been selected as the single tyre supplier for the FIA Formula One World Championship for a period of three years, commencing in 2011,' FIA said in a statement.
  • Fan Stands Trial For Changing Room Invasion Sunday, June 20, 2010 @ 11:24PMThe England fan who walked into the team's dressing room and vented his frustration at the players after their disappointing stalemate against Algeria is due in court to stand trial for trespassing.