Scandal puts spotlight on rich Singapore churches
Singapore (AFP) - A multimillion-dollar scandal involving a Christian pastor, his singer wife and a glamorous financial executive has gripped Singapore, with allegations of fraud and tantalising glimpses into the expensive process of making a pop star.
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United comes from behind to end EPL skid
LONDON (AP) -- Belgian teenager Adnan Januzaj scored twice in his first start for Manchester United, rallying the Red Devils to a 2-1 win at last-place Sunderland on Saturday that avoided their first three-game Premier League losing streak since December 2001.
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Miley Cyrus Fires Back At Sinead With Nothing Compares Lyrics; Sia, Tegan & Sara Weigh In
It's day three of the Miley Cyrus vs. Sinead O'Connor feud. Here's what went down as the dueling pair enter their third day in the verbal ring...
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'Gravity' Hidden History: Five Space 'Easter Eggs' in Astronaut Movie Out Now
Now that "Gravity" is pulling audiences into theaters, moviegoers are getting their first look at the dramatic thriller about stranded spacewalkers.
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Republicans see shutdown fight shift away from 'Obamacare'
Washington (AFP) - With their leadership clinging to its strategy of demanding changes to the health care law, some rank-and-file Republicans acknowledged Saturday that ending the US government shutdown requires a new game plan.
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Parents of missing Maddie encouraged by new inquiry
London (AFP) - The parents of missing British girl Madeleine McCann said on Sunday they were "greatly encouraged" by new information about the disappearance of their daughter on holiday in Portugal in 2007.
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The Dark Side of the Nobel Prizes
For more than 100 years, the Nobel Prizes have recognized the finest in human achievements, from literature and science to the Nobel Peace Prize, which is given "to the person who shall have done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, the abolition or reduction of standing armies…
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Urban Agriculture Property Taxes (6 photos)
California cities hoping to promote community gardens and small-scale farms in urban areas are getting a boost from a new state law recently signed by Gov. Jerry Brown. The voluntary program makes it easier for cities to create "urban agriculture incentive zones" that don't rely on public land…
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Libya, Somalia raids show U.S. threat to al Qaeda: Kerry
By Mark Hosenball and Ghaith Shennib WASHINGTON/TRIPOLI (Reuters) - After U.S. raids in Libya and Somalia that captured an Islamist wanted for bombing U.S. embassies in Africa 15 years ago, Secretary of State John Kerry warned al Qaeda they "can run but they can't hide". Nazih al-Ragye, better…
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Egypt 'frees two detained Canadians': Ottawa
Ottawa (AFP) - Egyptian authorities have released two Canadians who had been held without charge in a crowded, cockroach-infested prison cell in Cairo since mid-August, Canadian officials said Sunday.
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South Louisiana eyes tropical depression
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Former Tropical Storm Karen, since downgraded to a depression, lumbered off Louisiana's extreme southeast coast early Sunday as it threatened to unleash heavy rains on low-lying areas.
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Ancelotti: Madrid can always win a match in five minutes
The Blancos boss hailed his side's quality and character in snatching a late victory in Valencia, and reiterated that he will continue placing his faith in the club's youngsters
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Myanmar's ancient temple city faces modern danger
Bagan (Myanmar) (AFP) - The spires of Bagan have survived wars, earthquakes and centuries of tropical sun, but in recent years Myanmar's ancient capital has faced a distinctly modern threat -- scaffolding and cement.
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Law shields churches, leaves pensions unprotected
PASSAIC, N.J. (AP) — Working at St. Mary's Hospital was all about making do. When supply shelves emptied, respiratory therapist Lori-Ann Ligon made frantic calls to compatriots at nearby medical centers, arranging meetings on the fly to barter for blood gaskets. For a couple of years, she and other…
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Miriam Carey's Family Responds to Capitol Hill Shooting
The sisters of the woman who was killed by capitol police discuss her history of mental illness.
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As Obama's Asia 'pivot' falters, China steps into the gap
By Stuart Grudgings KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - When then U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton declared two years ago "We are back to stay" as a power in Asia, the most dramatic symbol of the policy shift was the planned deployment of 2,500 U.S. Marines in northern Australia, primed to respond to…
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Moon Dances with Three Planets in Sky Shows on Sunday, Tuesday
The moon will meet up with three different planets in the evening sky during two upcoming celestial encounters, one on Sunday (Oct. 6) and the other on Tuesday (Oct. 8).
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Tiger bites Oklahoma zoo worker who reached into cage
By Kevin Murphy (Reuters) - A tiger bit a worker at an Oklahoma zoo when she reached into its cage on Saturday and the injured woman had to be airlifted to a hospital for surgery, officials said. The woman, who was not identified, was reported in stable condition, Joe Schreibvogel, owner of the…
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2 more bikers held in NYC motorcycle-SUV brawl
NEW YORK (AP) — Two more motorcyclists have been taken into police custody in connection with the videotaped beating of a New York City man by a gang of angry bikers.
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Where Were the Police During a Motorcycle Gang Attack?
Pix11`s Lionel ponders how there were no police around the area of New York City where a group of bikers attacked a man in his SUV.
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Pollution disrupts sports events, travel in China
BEIJING (AP) -- Fog and pollution descended on northern China on Sunday, forcing international golf and tennis players to play in hazardous smog and leading to flight cancellations and road closures as millions of Chinese headed home from a national holiday.
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Warriors drop preseason opener to Lakers 104-95
ONTARIO, Calif. -- Xavier Henry and his fellow Lakers newcomers realize they've got a chance to take charge while Los Angeles' veteran stars take it easy this month.Henry scored 29 points, Nick Young added 17 and the Lakers earned their first preseason victory in nearly three years, 104-95 over the…
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Midwest surveys damage from rare autumn tornadoes
By Greg McCune (Reuters) - With daylight on Saturday, emergency responders began assessing the destruction from a series of more than a dozen rare autumn tornadoes that caused injuries and significant damage in rural areas of Iowa and Nebraska. The National Weather Service received 18 reports of…
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US forces nab al-Qaida leader in Tripoli
TRIPOLI, Libya (AP) — U.S. special forces on Saturday carried out a raid in the Libyan capital to capture an al-Qaida leader linked to the 1998 American Embassy bombings in east Africa and wanted by the United States for more than a decade, U.S. officials said.
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Analysis: Brand-hungry LVMH seeks new niche as Vuitton flags
Neverfull - the name of Louis Vuitton's best-selling handbag - sums up well its parent LVMH: even if it snapped up all of the world's last remaining independent luxury brands, it would still have room ...
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Another arrest in motorcycle gang beating on New York highway
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A third suspect was arrested on Saturday for his alleged role in last weekend's attack on an SUV driver who was chased for miles along a Manhattan highway by dozens of bikers, police said. The arrest of Reginald Chance, 37, of Brooklyn, New York, came a week after bikers chased…
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VIDEO: Bizarre jeep incident sparks second safety car period
Today’s Korean Grand Prix saw one of the most bizarre incidents of the season cause a second safety car period. A jeep was sent out onto the circuit in response to Mark Webber’s car catching fire, going out ahead of the leading drivers on track and forcing the safety car to be sent out for…
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Bundesliga Report: Dortmund falls to Gladbach; Bayern held to a draw by Leverkusen
Bayern Munich were held to a draw on Saturday, yet they remain the only undefeated Bundesliga side after Dortmund's loss in the Revierderby.
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Can 20th’s Under-The-Radar Entry ‘The Book Thief’ Steal A Spot In The Oscar Race?
Could The Book Thief come out of nowhere to pull off a heist in this year’s Oscar race? While distributor 20th Century Fox seems to be putting most of its marbles on this weekend’s New York Film Festival launch of their big Christmas Day release, The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty, the studio…
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Petronas to build $35bn LNG plant in Canada
Kuala Lumpur (AFP) - Petronas will embark on a $35 billion liquid natural gas (LNG) project in Canada following the reversal of Ottawa's decision to block the Malaysian national oil company's purchase of Canadian gas producer Progress Energy Resources.
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Upper Midwest struck by unusual autumn tornadoes, snowstorm
By Greg McCune CHICAGO (Reuters) - The upper Midwest was recovering on Saturday from an unusual autumn wallop from a fierce snowstorm that trapped dozens of people in vehicles in western South Dakota and a swarm of tornadoes that left at least 15 people injured in rural Nebraska and Iowa. More than…
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Revamped Bruins PP lands Chara in middle
BOSTON -- The preseason rumors of a power play renaissance in the making for the Boston Bruins were – as it turns out -- not greatly exaggerated.
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Stunning photos from 'This is Mars' (10 photos)
"This Is Mars" offers a previously unseen vision of the red planet. Located somewhere between art and science, the book brings together for the first time a series of panoramic images recently sent back by the U.S. observation satellite MRO (Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter). Since its arrival in orbit…
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Kenyan CCTV footage shows Westgate gunmen
Nairobi (AFP) - With chilling nonchalance, gunmen who massacred at least 67 people wander through Kenya's Westgate mall, seen for the first time in security camera footage providing possible vital evidence to investigators.
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Stars join global vigils over activists held in Russia
Moscow (AFP) - Rock stars and celebrities joined a worldwide vigil in support of 30 Greenpeace activists whose jailing by Russia after a protest against Arctic oil drilling sparked a new row between Moscow and the West.
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Profile: Kawabatas in Japan spending cautiously
To understand why people are so cautious with their money five years after the financial crisis, The Associated Press interviewed consumers around the world. Here is a profile of one couple: Names: Teruyuki ...
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That did not work out as Jim Leyland hoped
Presented with a tough first-and-third with no outs situation in the bottom of the ninth Saturday in a scoreless Game 2 against the A’s, Tigers manager Jim Leyland. 1. Chose to forgo using his best reliever 2. Chose to walk the bases loaded 3. Chose not to use a five-man infield Obviously, none of…
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Profile: Wang of China hit hard by inflation
To understand why people are so cautious with their money five years after the financial crisis, The Associated Press interviewed consumers around the world. Here is a profile of one person: Name: Wang ...
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Police: Man Who Set Himself Ablaze on Mall Dies
DC police spokesman: Man who set himself on fire on the National Mall has died of his injuries
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Apple’s iPhone 5S Edges Out Samsung’s Galaxy S4 in September
Apple’s new iPhone 5S outsold Samsung’s Galaxy S4 during the month of September according to the latest data from market research firm Canaccord Genuity.
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Forced evictions in Spain (16 photos)
A deep recession and soaring unemployment in Spain triggered by a housing crash has led to an increase in forced evictions of homeowners unable to pay their mortgage. Some Spanish gypsy families settled in the area of Puerta de Hierro, near the Palace of Moncloa, in the 1960s and have built…
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Del Potro beats Raonic to win Japan Open
TOKYO (AP) -- Top-seeded Juan Martin del Potro beat Milos Raonic of Canada, 7-6 (5), 7-5 on Sunday to win the Japan Open and claim his third title of the season.
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5 Weird New Ways to Use Vodka
The spirit is not only delicious, but it's also pretty functional
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Police Release Photo of Person of Interest in Alleged SUV Driver Beating
Possible Involvement of More Officers Also Probed as Suspect Faces Assault Charges
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5 Australian Muscle Cars Meaner Than Mad Max
Loud vehicles that go fast in a straight line. That’s what it means to be a “muscle car.” The term refers to classics with names like GTO, Charger, and Fury. Each was born right here in America, thank you very much. That’s not to say that there haven’t been worthy overseas competitors. Down Under,…
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What's the Right Amount of Eye Contact? - Discovery News
Do you look people in the eye in an attempt to seem more persuasive or genuine? Well move those peepers around a bit, 'cause you're freaking people out! Anthony looks at what the right amount of eye contact is during a conversation.
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Israeli child seriously wounded in West Bank settlement shooting
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - A nine-year-old Israeli girl was shot and seriously wounded in a Jewish settlement in the occupied West Bank on Saturday in what police said was a suspected Palestinian militant attack. "Our suspicion is that this is a terrorist attack," police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld said.…
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School tells cop not to wear uniform to pick up his own kids
An elementary school principal in Mesa, Ariz. has asked a police officer not to wear his police uniform or his gun when he picks up his daughter at school, reports local Fox affiliate KSAZ.
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3 Little-Known Facts About Social Security
Social Security is critically important for millions of Americans, but many don’t know these important facts about the program.
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Vettel able to clinch world championship in Japan
After winning the Korean Grand Prix today, Sebastian Vettel has given himself the chance to clinch his fourth world title at next weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. Vettel dominated proceedings in Korea despite two safety car periods bunching the field and giving Lotus drivers Kimi Raikkonen…
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Women seek access to traditionally male-only Mormon gathering
By Timothy Pratt (Reuters) - Women seeking priesthood in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints said they will attempt to attend a traditionally men-only leadership session of the church in Salt Lake City on Saturday, despite having been denied tickets. The group, called Ordain Women, said…
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First International Hong Kong Tattoo Convention (9 photos)
Tattoo artists from around the world will participate in the convention which runs from October 4 to 6.
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Cheap razor made after P&G watches Indians shave
Procter & Gamble executives say it was striking the first time they witnessed a man shave while sitting barefoot on the floor in a tiny hut in India. He had no electricity, no running water and no mirror. ...
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‘The Secret Life of Walter Mitty’ Review: Ben Stiller’s Daydreamer Tries Too Hard
It isn’t easy being Walter Mitty in the year 2013. In our superhero world, Ben Stiller must have realized how much harder it is today for milquetoast men in a macho America when he set out to direct and star in “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,” which is set for a December release, but which…
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Migrant coffins lined up in Italian airport hangar
LAMPEDUSA, Italy (AP) — The coffins of African migrants killed in a shipwreck off the Italian island of Lampedusa were lined up in long rows inside an airport hangar where survivors of the tragedy paid their respects Saturday. All of the caskets had a single rose on top except for the four of the…
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Should Social Security Raise Its Retirement Age?
Many policymakers are concerned about Social Security’s long-term financial viability, and some believe that raising the retirement age could save the program.
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Premier League Preview: West Brom - Arsenal
Arsene Wenger's men could secure their ninth consecutive victory on the road in the Premier League, while Steve Clarke's side has lost two of its three games at home this term.
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9 Small Dog Breeds with Big Personalities
A small dog is a delight to behold. So cute. So precious. But don't be fooled. So-called toy breeds are all dog, just as likely to bark and misbehave as their bigger brethren. While their tiny size does mean you have to protect them from injury (watch your step!), their brash personalities can fill…
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Small Calif. fire forces evacuation at Marine base
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fueled by strong winds, a Southern California wildfire forced 260 residents and hospital patients to evacuate at a military base.
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Prince Harry reviews global armada in Sydney
Sydney (AFP) - Prince Harry, in full military uniform, reviewed a global armada of warships in a day of pomp and ceremony watched by tens of thousands of people in Sydney Harbour Saturday.
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Goldie Hawn among celebs at Brazil AIDS gala
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Supermodel Linda Evangelista, actress Goldie Hawn and designer Kenneth Cole lent their star power to a glitzy charity dinner and auction that raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for AIDS research and prevention.
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Top 25 College Football Roundup
No. 3 Clemson and No. 8 Florida State took turns routing divisional foes, and sending messages that they are the superpowers of the Atlantic Coast Conference.
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Restaurant donates to Catholic charities after Ghost burger controversy
Kuma`s Corner donated $1500 after its `Ghost` burger offended some Catholics.
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LA students get iPads, crack firewall, play games
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Education officials in the nation's second-largest school district are working to reboot a $1 billion plan to put an iPad in the hands of each of their 650,000 students after an embarrassing glitch emerged when the first round of tablets went out.
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Is Subaru's Success Just a Coincidence?
Subaru’s success is so fantastic that some say it can only be a hoax. But, Subaru plans to prove them wrong.
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Analysis - Cancelled EU-U.S. talks complicate trade ambitions
By Robin Emmott and John O'Donnell BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Even before the cancellation of the latest round of EU-U.S. talks, negotiations to create the world's largest free-trade deal were getting into difficulty ...
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Undefeated Tiger sparks US to Presidents Cup lead
Columbus (AFP) - Tiger Woods and Matt Kuchar won twice Saturday to stay unbeaten as the United States seized a 11 1/2-6 1/2 lead over the Internationals at the storm-hit Presidents Cup.
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‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Reveals Clash With Producers Over Fake Bleeps, Cutting Jesus (Video)
Phil Robertson, the leader of the “Duck Dynasty” clan, confronted producers of the hit A&E reality series over questionable bleeps suggesting profanity that was never spoken, as well as cutting any mention of Jesus.
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REVIEW: Samsung's New Phone Is The King Of Giant Screens
I'll admit it. I was wrong. When I reviewed...
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Madagascar arrests 19 after mob lynchings
Nosy Be (Madagascar) (AFP) - Police in Madagascar made five more arrests Saturday on the tourist island of Nosy Be after a raging mob lynched and burned two Europeans and a local man they accused of killing a boy.
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A Culture of Police Speeding
Act 3: Numerous cases of accidents and deaths are calling attention to unnecessary police speeding.
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Thousands march in US for immigration reform
New York City (AFP) - Thousands of people poured into streets across the United States on Saturday in a push to overhaul immigration and end the legal limbo of more than 11 million undocumented immigrants.
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Derrick Rose's return could help mend fracturing Bulls
The Bulls' coach and GM aren't getting along, but Derrick Rose is talented enough to pull everyone together.
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27 Things We Know So Far About Season 4 of 'The Walking Dead'
Hershel's got a new leg, Rick's got a new attitude, and the prison's got a lot of new faces.
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Alleged Silk Road mastermind Ross Ulbricht denies charges, says lawyer
Ross Ulbricht, the alleged founder of underground marketplace Silk Road, denied his charges in a San Francisco federal court yesterday, via his lawyer. Ulbricht's public defender, Brandon LeBlanc, told reporters outside of court that "We deny all charges and that’s the end of the…
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Tempers flare between Keselowski, Kyle Busch after NNS crash at Kansas
Matt Kenseth won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Kansas Speedway, but the bigger story from today’s event could stretch into tomorrow’s Sprint Cup race at the 1.5-mile oval. That’s because on Lap 188 of 200, Kyle Busch got into the back of Brad Keselowski coming off of Turn 4 and sent him…
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Microsoft Xbox One Buyers Better Be Patient
Xbox One fans will need a software patch to get up to speed.
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‘Elementary’ At NY PaleyFest: Rhys Ifans Confirmed For Season 2; Other Castings
Diane Haithman contributes to Deadline’s TV coverage. Sherlock Holmes’ brother Mycroft Holmes (Rhys Ifans) “will absolutely be back” in Season 2 of Elementary, creator/producer Robert Doherty confirmed at this evening’s PaleyFest: Made in NY panel. Doherty said the series plans to include “as much…
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Photos of the day - October 4, 2013 (21 photos)
The best news photos of the day for October 4, 2013.
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ANIMOSITY TOWARD AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE IS HARD TO FATHOM
Rena W. is a 35-year-old small-business owner -- the co-owner, actually, of an Atlanta hair salon. She works hard but doesn't make enough money to purchase health insurance.A mother of three, Rena has high cholesterol and hypertension. Last month, she suffered a mini-stroke, a calamity that brought…
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2,000 swimmers cross Hong Kong harbour in gruelling race
Hong Kong (AFP) - Two thousand swimmers took to one of the world's busiest waterways in Hong Kong on Sunday to compete in a gruelling cross-harbour contest that traces its roots back more than a century.
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As developed countries improve, the BRICs stumble
The developing countries of Brazil, Russia, India and China recovered quickly from the financial crisis five years ago. Their spending helped keep a global recession from becoming a global depression. ...
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Kris Jenner Says She Loves Kanye West, Gushes That He's a Great Dad and Wonderful Person
Kris Jenner gushed about her daughter Kim Kardashian's beau Kanye West during an appearance on Hello Ross; "He's such an amazing boyfriend to Kim and a great dad and a wonderful person"
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Mike Davis, Paul Rhoads issued reprimands by Big 12
You have to hand it to the Big 12. They certainly have a way of taking a smoldering pile of controversy and, in an attempt to put it out, toss 55-gallon drums of gasoline on it. Saturday evening, the conference issued a pair of press releases addressing two of the situations that arose during and…
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Red Sox pound Price to seize 2-0 series lead
Boston (AFP) - The Boston Red Sox rolled over the Tampa Bay Rays in a second-straight game Saturday, winning 7-4 and getting closer to advancing to the American League Championship Series.
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Sunderland take a surprise lead against Manchester United
Craig Gardner has Sunderland off to a dream start at the Stadium of Light, scoring against Manchester United after just five minutes! Gardner’s goal had a bit of a comedy feel to it. Emanuele Giaccherini slipped easily past Patrice Evra before sending a low ball into the United area. The ball…
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Another Reason to Believe This Marvel Movie Will Be a Winner
How the "Guardians of the Galaxy" comic book will help next year’s movie.
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How Superstitions Work - Discovery News
Knock on wood, don't walk under a ladder, throwing spilled salt over your left shoulder. All these superstitious things we do might actually help keep away bad juju. But don't take our word for it, it's all backed by science! Guest host Annie Gaus explains.
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Bipartisan vote on back pay belies shutdown chasm
WASHINGTON (AP) — A rare flash of bipartisanship Saturday served as a cruel tease to those hoping Congress is moving toward reopening the government and averting an unprecedented default on the federal debt in less than two weeks.
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Crosby, Fleury lead Penguins past Sabres 4-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The past two seasons, the Pittsburgh Penguins have topped the NHL in scoring. They've come up short in the playoffs both times, eliminated with a pair of disappointing early exits.
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Battery mates power A's 1-0 series-tying win
OAKLAND, Calif. -- It was just like old times on Saturday night for Oakland A's rookie right-hander Sonny Gray and catcher Stephen Vogt, who spent much of the season starring together at Triple-A Sacramento.
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Egypt braces for rival demos on 1973 war anniversary
Cairo (AFP) - Egypt on Sunday braced for rival demonstrations called by supporters and opponents of deposed Islamist president Mohamed Morsi as it marks the 40th anniversary of the 1973 Arab-Israeli war.
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White House in Shutdown: Obamas Doing the Dishes?
President Obama washing the dishes? First lady Michelle Obama doing her own laundry? That’s not exactly the scene inside 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. during this government shutdown, ABC News has been told. But White House aides say the mandatory furloughs are having an impact on the...
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The Mentalist's Owain Yeoman Marries Gigi Yallouz
Life imitates art for Owain Yeoman!
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Former NYPD sergeant questions sister's killing by police in Washington
By Edward Upright NEW YORK (Reuters) - Police in Washington could have avoided shooting dead a woman pursued by officers in a car chase that led to the lockdown of the Capitol this week, the driver's sister, former New York police sergeant Valarie Carey, said late on Friday. The family of Miriam…
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Bored of the Rings? See the $561M Hobbit Series
Warner Bros.'s financial document filings reveal that its "Hobbit" trilogy has already cost the distributor $561 million so far.
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Ohio State powers past Northwestern, but hardly looks pretty in BCS beauty contest
Even with Carlos Hyde helping carry them to their 18th straight victory, the Buckeyes could still have a hard time reaching the BCS championship game.
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Prison Officers Accused of Running `Fight Club`
Two prison inmates say they were forced to fight and participate in bizarre challenges, which included snorting the spices from a Ramon Noodle packet all for food and extra coffee.
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Snowden Leaks To Reveal NSA's 'Central Role In The US Assassination Program'
Over the weekend, investigative reporter Jeremy...
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The Surprising Winner From Obamacare You've Never Thought Of
Even as many investors focus on health-insurance companies and hospital stocks, millions of Americans can find a big winner from Obamacare right around the block in their own neighborhoods.
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Team Report - ST. LOUIS CARDINALS
Cards looking vulnerable as they hit road
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Venezuela vows crackdown on 'currency tourists'
President Nicolas Maduro's government plans to use fingerprint machines at airports to try to root out no-shows who buy tickets to scam travel-related currency controls without even flying, in the latest ...
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NBA roundup: Howard fires back at Abdul-Jabbar
Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard responded to Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's criticism that he does not have a high enough basketball IQ to be a great player.
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Police Caught in the Act
Act 4: ABC News' "20/20" set up a speed trap in Raleigh, N.C., to catch speeding cops.
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German economist: Fear to dog investors for years
Investors around the world have retreated from risk before. But this time is different. So says Arne Holzhausen, a senior economist at Allianz, an insurer based in Munich. He says what's keeping people ...
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Oscar nominee 'Metro Manila' wins over Philippines
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Britain's nominee as Best Foreign Language Film for the Oscars features an all-Filipino cast and a story that traces the sacrifices and hopes of an impoverished family from the countryside that tries its luck in the dark and squalid ghettos of…
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Klitschko sees off Povetkin to retain world titles
Moscow (AFP) - World heavyweight champion Vladimir Klitschko retained his WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO titles with a unanimous points win over Russia's Alexander Povetkin on Saturday in Moscow.
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Golf-U.S. open up five-point lead in Presidents Cup
* U.S. lead by five points overall * Internationals make good start in foursomes * Players face another marathon day at Muirfield (Updates after play is suspended for day) By Mark Lamport-Stokes DUBLIN, Ohio, Oct 5 (Reuters) - The United States opened up a commanding five-point lead over the…
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Josh Freeman could pick a new team this weekend
Free agent quarterback Josh Freeman may be a free agent no longer as soon as this weekend. A league source tells PFT that Freeman could pick a new team by Sunday night. What we don’t know, however, is which teams are interested. And if any teams are interested at all, they’re doing a remarkably good…
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Scandal: Kerry Washington Talks Premiere Ratings & Tweetathon - My Fingers Actually Hurt!
Kerry Washington got a hand workout on Thursday (thanks to live Tweeting the Season 3 premiere of "Scandal") and the stunning actress says a little finger fatigue is worth it to interact with the show's loyal Gladiators.
Access Hollywood
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Teen fatally shoots intruder in his home
The 18-year-old boy is the son of a Houston police officer
KTRK – Houston
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China issues highest alert for Typhoon Fitow
Beijing (AFP) - China was on its highest alert for Typhoon Fitow Sunday, with tens of thousands evacuated as the storm was set to slam into the east coast as early as Sunday night.
AFP
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A-Rod sues Yankees team doctor, NYC hospital
NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez expanded his assault on the baseball establishment with a lawsuit accusing the Yankees team physician and a New York City hospital of mishandling his medical care during the 2012 AL playoffs.
The Associated Press
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Coach Hornacek impresses players at Suns camp
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) -- Jeff Hornacek's first training camp as head coach is over, and he has already impressed some of his best players with how he does his job.
The Associated Press
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Afghanistan Troop Withdrawal Set To Become Iraq 2.0
American and Afghan officials have come to an...
Business Insider
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No. 18 Florida handles Arkansas 30-10
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- As Florida coach Will Muschamp walked out of the postgame interview area, he turned to Solomon Patton and said, ''Stand up, Solomon, or they can't see you.''
The Associated Press
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Shebab says British, Turkish special forces attack Somali base
Mogadishu (AFP) - Somalia's Al-Qaeda-linked Shebab said Saturday British and Turkish special forces staged a nighttime sea and air attack on one of its bases, but Britain denied any involvement.
AFP
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My health more important than No 1 rank - Nadal
Beijing (AFP) - Rafael Nadal said Saturday his greatest achievement was recovering from injury to return to top-level competition after he capped an astonishing comeback to storm back to the top of the world rankings in Beijing.
AFP
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson Confirmed For AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON
Marvel has reportedly confirmed Aaron Taylor-Johnson for a role in 'Avengers: Age of Ultron'.
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Phil Mickelson has Callaway’s consent to use TaylorMade SLDR driver
Phil Mickelson, who memorably appeared at Callaway HQ in in flip-flops in July to thank the Carlsbad crew for crafting the clubs he used to cadge his first Claret Jug, has put a TaylorMade SLDR driver into play Friday at the Presidents Cup.
SB Nation
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Kansas State tries to redefine football by passing on kick return
Sometimes, football blesses you with a moment so wild, so stupid, so incredible, that you have to break it down in great detail. Kansas State-Oklahoma State gave us one of those moments.
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Assassinations of Muslim clerics in Kenya 'boosting al Shabaab'
By Drazen Jorgic MOMBASA, Kenya (Reuters) - The killings of popular Muslim clerics in Kenya's port city of Mombasa is strengthening support for Somali militants who massacred at least 67 people in a Nairobi shopping mall two weeks ago, a prominent Islamist said on Saturday. The apparent…
Reuters
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Fantasy Fix Week 5: Hey, Ravens, not this again
Our weekly look at the Ravens' matchup from a fantasy football perspective. Next up, the Miami Dolphins...
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Rescuer recounts 'hell' of Italy shipwreck as controversy swirls
Lampedusa (Italy) (AFP) - Marcello Nizza was on a night-time fishing expedition off the Italian coast when he heard screams from the water in the darkness.
AFP
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Joe Girardi weighs Yankees offer, could hit free agency
Girardi has a number of options to chose from for next season.
SB Nation
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Man Who Set Himself on Fire on National Mall Dies of Injuries
DC Police Said Man on Fire in National Mall Unidentifiable
Good Morning America
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Triggerfish Loves His Belly Rubs
Simon Taylor works in a shop selling fish, such as this triggerfish that loves to have its belly rubbed. Watch as it swims eagerly around the feeding pipette on its tank. According to uploader, Simon Taylor, when he stops rubbing the fish it even swims to the surface as if requesting him to…
Storyful
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Jerry Jones: I didn’t consider signing Peyton, we already have Romo
When the Denver Broncos come to town on Sunday, Dallas fans will get to see the best quarterback in the NFL in Peyton Manning. But Cowboys owner and General Manager Jerry Jones says signing Manning in free agency last year wouldn’t have been the right move for the Cowboys. Jones said on KRLD-FM in…
ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports
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Miley Cyrus: latest ex-child star headed for a fall?
Los Angeles (AFP) - Miley Cyrus is grabbing headlines for the wrong reasons again. A public row with pop veteran Sinead O'Connor is raising questions over whether she may be the latest onetime child star heading for a fall.
AFP
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AP Source: Bills to bring in Dixon for workout
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Free-agent quarterback Dennis Dixon will have a workout with the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, a person familiar with Dixon's plans confirmed to The Associated Press.
The Associated Press
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US raids terror leaders in Somalia, Libya
Washington (AFP) - US forces struck two militant targets in Africa, snatching a top Al-Qaeda suspect from the streets of Tripoli and launching a pre-dawn raid against a Shebab leader's home in Somalia.
AFP
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Sources: 49ers contacted Hawkins about returning
Wide receiver Lavelle Hawkins was contacted about a potential return to the 49ers last week before signing with the San Diego Chargers as a free agent, multiple sources told CSNBayArea.com.
Comcast SportsNet Bay Area
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‘Champion of the league of records’ Jose Mourinho says he was the manager of Real Madrid’s best team ever
It's been a few months since Jose Mourinho defended his record at Real Madrid, so to make up for lost time, he went into full Special One mode and sang his own praises as loud and clear and he could. … Continue reading →
Dirty Tackle
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What Obamacare Really Means for Businesses
With the opening success of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's open enrollment period, health-insurance giant WellPoint, and hospital stocks like HCA and Community Health, are poised to profit....
Motley Fool
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Premier League Roundup: Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City all win
A roundup of all Saturday's action, right here:
NBC Sports
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Kenya's military spokesman names attackers
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A military spokesman on Saturday confirmed the names of the four fighters implicated in the attack on the upscale Westgate Mall in Kenya's capital last month, an assault that turned into a four-day-long siege, killing at least 67 people.
Associated Press
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20 Foreign Fast Food Items Worth Traveling For (20 photos)
You would think the variety and pervasiveness of fast food chains in the United States would be enough to sate anyone’s appetite and keep those with adventurous palates satisfied. But if standard menu offerings have ceased to induce tongue watering, the wait for the next round of Taco Bell’s…
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Doc Rivers says he didn’t want Clippers to trade DeAndre Jordan for Kevin Garnett
At one point during the prolonged and somewhat messy divorce between Doc Rivers and the Celtics that resulted in the veteran head coach landing in Los Angeles to coach the Clippers, a “side deal” was in place that would have sent DeAndre Jordan to Boston in exchange for Kevin Garnett. The league…
NBC Sports
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Team Report - CINCINNATI REDS
Next step still eludes Reds
The SportsXchange
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China gambles on theme park, whale sharks to lure punters from Macau casinos
By Farah Master HENGQIN ISLAND, China (Reuters) - It's being touted as China's answer to Orlando, a $5 billion resort and theme park complete with a mega rollercoaster and a whale shark tank situated on a sleepy southern island next to the world's biggest gambling hub Macau. Chimelong, which is set…
Reuters
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Redskins go on offensive in defending team name
The controversy regarding the name of the Washington football team continues to get stronger. The efforts of the organization to defend it do, too. In response to a remark from President Barack Obama that owner Daniel Snyder should think about changing the name “Redskins,” the team has issued a…
ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports
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'The Walking Dead' Season 4 Red Carpet Premiere (20 photos)
Stars attend the premiere of AMC's 'The Walking Dead' 4th Season on October 3, 2013 in Universal City, California.
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Fenway fans live up to their reputation
BOSTON -- There hasn't been a postseason series at Fenway Park since 2009, and, prior to the beginning of the ALDS, all the newest members of the Red Sox heard was how electric the atmosphere was going to be.
Comcast SportsNet New England
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Illegal immigrants allowed to practice law in California
By Noreen O'Donnell (Reuters) - Illegal immigrants can be licensed to practice law in California under one of eight bills expanding immigrant rights that were signed by Governor Jerry Brown on Saturday. The California Supreme Court, which finalizes requests of applicants to be licensed as a lawyer…
Reuters
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Sandra Bullock and George Clooney’s ‘Gravity’ Rocketing Toward October Box Office Record
Fueled by rave reviews and boosted by 3D and Imax premium pricing, the George Clooney-Sandra Bullock space epic “Gravity” launched Friday with $17.5 million and is on pace for a record-breaking opening weekend of around $50 million.
The Wrap
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Kerry says US 'will never stop' hunting down extremists after Africa raids
Benoa (Indonesia) (AFP) - Secretary of State John Kerry on Sunday said two high-profile raids in Libya and Somalia showed the United States' unflinching determination to hunt down those responsible for terrorism.
AFP
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Oklahoma holds off TCU
NORMAN, Okla. -- Baylor is scoring the points.
The SportsXchange
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Ohio State vs. Northwestern final score: Buckeyes win, 40-30, after back-and-forth 4th quarter
The Ohio State Buckeyes beat the Northwestern Wildcats, 40-30, after a back-and-forth fourth quarter. The Wildcats put on an impressive showing against a Top 5 team, but Carlos Hyde and Braxton Miller ultimately proved to be too much for Northwestern to handle on the ground.
SB Nation
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No. 13 South Carolina wins 35-28 minus Clowney
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Steve Spurrier promised this week to be more positive about No. 13 South Carolina. It was hard, though, to hide his displeasure about Jadeveon Clowney's absence.
The Associated Press
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NASCAR says ESPN and Fox will fulfill NASCAR TV contracts through 2014
NASCAR announced Saturday that ESPN and TNT would continue to broadcast the Sprint Cup Series through the conclusion of their contracts at the end of the 2014 season. In August, the Sports Business Journal reported that the networks were in … Continue reading →
From the Marbles
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US Navy SEALs raid Somali militants: report
Washington (AFP) - US Navy SEALs staged a raid Saturday on a senior Shebab militant leader in southern Somalia though it was unclear whether he was killed, The New York Times reported Saturday.
AFP
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Calwa residents speak out about motorcycle club shooting
A chaotic shootout at a motorcycle clubhouse left one person dead and a dozen more injured.
KFSN – Fresno
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Russia dismisses Dutch legal action over Greenpeace activists
Russia shrugged off Dutch legal action over its detention and prosecution of Greenpeace activists for piracy on Saturday as protesters took to the streets internationally to call for the 30 detainees to ...
Reuters
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Mourinho: I managed the best team in Madrid history
The 50-year-old believes his feats at the Bernabeu speak for themselves, while at the same time he dismissed the suggestion that his Blancos side played defensive football
Goal.com
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Early college football scores, Week 6: Alabama rolls, Florida State blows out Maryland
No. 1 Alabama 45, Georgia State 3
SB Nation
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Motor racing-Vettel one step from title after Korea win
* Vettel wins Korean Grand Prix for third consecutive year * German can take fourth title in Japan next weekend * Alonso a distant sixth (Adds details, quotes) By Alan Baldwin YEONGAM, South Korea, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel completed a hat-trick of Korean Grand Prix victories on…
Reuters11 mins ago
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Sinead O'Connor Threatens to Sue Miley Cyrus, Kim Kardashian Shares Second Photo of North West: Top 5 Stories
Take a look at Us Weekly's most-read stories -- including how Sinead O'Connor threatened to sue Miley Cyrus -- for Friday, Oct. 4
Us Weekly
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Del Potro boosts London hopes with title in Japan
(Reuters) - Top seed Juan Martin del Potro beat Canada's Milos Raonic in the battle of big-servers on Sunday to bag the Japan Open title and boost his chances of qualifying for the end-of-season ATP World Tour finals in London. The 25-year-old Argentine, a last-minute wild-card entry for injured…
Reuters
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Myers makes the catch
TB@BOS Gm2: Red Sox fans serenade Myers after catch
MLB.com
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Americans seize control in Presidents Cup
DUBLIN, Ohio (AP) -- The Presidents Cup has a familiar feel in so many ways.
The Associated Press
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Rose's presence, revamped O could make Bulls dangerous
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.—In the definition of a game where statistics don’t measure impact, Derrick Rose’s teammates tried and failed to convey exactly how much the former league MVP means to the Bulls.Rose’s unique explosiveness is obvious, as is his instinctive scoring ability, inherent unselfishness…
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Obama Doesn't Rule Out Using 14th Amendment To Raise The Debt Limit
With the October 17 deadline to raise the debt limit rapidly approaching, President Obama is not specifically ruling out using the 14th Amendment to increase the nation’s borrowing ability if the political impasse continues and Congress fails to do so, but says he does not...
ABC News
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Cristiano Ronaldo appeals for Miami soccer fan arrested for hug
By David Adams MIAMI (Reuters) - Real Madrid soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo is appealing to Florida officials to drop charges against an over-enthusiastic fan who was arrested during a match after rushing the field to embrace him. Ronaldo, one of the world's highest-paid athletes handled the…
Reuters
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Instant Replay: Gray dominates, A's walk-off in Game 2 of ALDS
OAKLAND – Their baby-faced pitcher led the way for eight innings, then the Oakland A’s finally broke through in the ninth Saturday to stage a dramatic 1-0 victory over Detroit in Game 2 of the American League Division Series.Stephen Vogt lined a bases-loaded walkoff single to left to score Yoenis…
Comcast SportsNet Bay Area
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Nadal reclaims top spot after Berdych retires
(Reuters) - Rafa Nadal will return to the top of the world rankings after Tomas Berdych retired with a back injury during their China Open semi-final on Saturday. Serb Novak Djokovic, who will lose top spot when the new rankings are announced on Monday, brushed aside Frenchman Richard Gasquet 6-4…
Reuters
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Stanford student accused of DUI in fatal 101 crash
A wrong-way driver who caused fatal crash on Highway 101 in South San Francisco has been arrested on suspicion of DUI.
KGO – San Francisco
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Even amid furloughs, some Texans cheer Cruz
HOUSTON (AP) — Thanks to Texas' new senator, Dale Huls is out of a job — at least for now. Yet Huls has never been prouder that he voted for him.
Associated Press
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Angels trade rumors: Mark Trumbo sought by multiple teams
With the 2013-14 MLB offseason looming, teams are beginning to work out their future plans in an effort to prepare for 2014 and beyond. One such team is the Los Angeles Angels who, coming off a disappointing season, have been rumored to be in the trade market as a possible seller in the offseason.
SB Nation
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Baltimore Ravens release Brandon Stokley
The Baltimore Ravens released veteran wide receiver Brandon Stokley on Saturday. The move clears a roster spot for tight end Billy Bajema.
SB Nation
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Lawyers didn't intend for EA to stop making college football franchise
As part of its settlement to get out of the O'Bannon lawsuit, EA Sports announced it will discontinue its incredibly popular college football franchise. However, a lawyer representing players in the case told Polygon that ending the series was never his or his colleagues' intent.
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