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Mutiny suspect Querubin freed from military detention Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:08AM(Updated 12:10 p.m.) Former Marine Col. Ariel Querubin walked free from his detention cell Wednesday, more than four years after he was arrested in connection with a failed attempt to overthrow the Arroyo government. He said his release was the "initiative" of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, whose Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Ricardo David signed Querubin's provisional papers Tuesday night.
Lions fans notice strange breeze blowing this summer Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:08AMMidway through another beautiful Michigan summer, there is an odd breeze blowing through the state. A breeze that has not blown through our state in many moons.
Reds rap 19 hits, pound Brewers Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMDusty Baker said Cincinnati's performance reminded him of a merry-go-round. The Reds' 19-hit effort brought them back where they've been most of the season - first place.
Count your blessings and let husband ride Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMDear Carolyn: Seeking unbiased opinions on a few things. (1) My husband has two adult sons from his first marriage. Their mom was an addict and abandoned the family when the boys were 5 and 18 months. So my husband was the primary parent.
Pitching rules as Rays top Detroit Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMEvan Longoria is not letting a hitting slump affect his defense. The All-Star third baseman turned Miguel Cabrera's bases-loaded grounder behind the bag into a nifty game-ending double play as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Presunto Culpable, Proven Innocent Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMA UC Berkeley grad student intervenes in Mexico's judicial system. by Rachel Swan In December, 2005, Mexican police apprehended a young street vendor and aspiring rapper named José Antonio Zúñiga Rodriguez (better known by his nickname, Toño). They arrived unannounced at Toño's home, put the young man in handcuffs, and sent him off to the notorious Reclusorio Oriente. Toño spent three days in ...
Festus extends hold on District 13 title Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMOver the last three summers, nothing has been more dependable.
NFL blunt describing head-injury risk Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:06AMThe NFL will distribute a new poster to teams that warns of the dangers from concussions in much harsher wording than the league had used before.
Cleveland Browns: What Will They Look Like This Season? Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:05AMTraining camp starts July 31st in Berea, Ohio for the Cleveland Browns. This will mark the first season in the Mike Holmgren era. Although Holmgren isn't going to be the coach, he's been given the keys to the organization with one goal. To win. Winning is something Browns fans aren't accustomed to, since returning to the league in 1999. The Browns have had two winning seasons and only one ...
Bengals Reach Deal With TO Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:37PMA year after they were featured on HBO's "Hard Knocks," the Bengals have scripted their own reality show.
Audit: US cannot account for US$8.7B in Iraqi funds Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:37PMBAGHDAD: A U.S. audit has found that the Pentagon cannot account for over 95 percent of US$9.1 billion in Iraq reconstruction money, spotlighting Iraqi complaints that there is little to show for the massive funds pumped into their cash-strapped, war-ravaged nation.
Oakland Raiders' Richard Seymour reports to training camp with rookies Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:37PMWhen the team bus rolled into the Oakland Raiders' training camp on Tuesday, there was a bit of a surprise when the first person walked off.
Crook or big talker? Lawyers differ on Blagojevich Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:37PMCHICAGO (Reuters) - Prosecutors portrayed former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich on Tuesday as corrupt and bent on enriching himself but his lawyers said he was a talkative dreamer with no intention of doing anything illegal.
Defendant Trejo guilty on all counts in teens' revenge killing case Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:36PMLONG BEACH - Guilty on all counts was the verdict handed down Tuesday for one of two Long Beach teens charged with the revenge killing of a 16-year-old Long Beach youth.
AP Source: Bengals reach deal with Terrell Owens Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:36PMCINCINNATI — Receiver Terrell Owens agreed to a contract with the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday and will report to training camp in a couple of days, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.
Game thread: Phoenix at Seattle Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:35PMCZECH TV: Storm F Jana Vesela is getting some global love as her native country's Czech Television is in Seattle until Friday morning filming a feature about the only player from Czech Republic in the WNBA. Vesela will play for her national team during the World Championships competition in her country. The station interviewed Taurasi and Jackson for a story about that upcoming September event.
Success of Fins, Canes rests on Henne, Harris Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:34PMFootball reasserts itself now. The old monarchs, the Dolphins and Hurricanes, retake the kingdom. But will they be able to withstand the late-October siege of Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh? That will be determined by how the football seasons are playing out more than by the outside forces.
Tuberville Stars In Extreme Makeover Of Texas Tech Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:34PMTommy Tuberville wore a suit with a red and black striped tie and a Texas Tech lapel to Big 12 media day. That alone showed how much things have changed at Texas Tech.
Petit urges death penalty support Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:33PMNEW HAVEN — A Cheshire man whose wife and two daughters were killed in a home invasion three years ago is urging voters to support elected officials who favor the death penalty.
Investigation ties military workers to child porn Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:08AMThe Defense Department says an investigation has identified dozens of members of the military and defense contractors, including those with top-level security clearances, as having obtained child pornography.
Exploring the Notre Dame Psyche: Why Can't The Irish Win 10 Games? Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:07AMI get a real kick out of reading predictions for the upcoming Notre Dame season, from fans and foes alike. At first glance this offseason doesn’t seem very different from any other. There are those who think Notre Dame will be great, those who think the exact opposite, and opinions falling everywhere in between. Despite such a variety of predictions, there is an issue that keeps coming up that ...
Stephen Jackson Home Invasion: Athletes Need More Than Guns For Safety Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:06AMOn Friday morning, Charlotte Bobcats forward Stephen Jackson was informed that his Charlotte-area home was invaded. Three masked men held his wife at gunpoint and stole various belongings. First, before anything else, it needs to be said that this was a horrible incident, and it is amazing and joyous that no one was hurt or killed. However, the pain of feeling violated and having one's home ...
The Coaches Get a Report Card: Grading All 30 NBA Sideline Chiefs Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:05AMPro basketball players are often handed graded performance reviews by columnists and analysts. What about the sideline bosses who tell them what play or offense to run and how to run it? Those guys should get report cards, too. Some fail at the job worse than Mel Gibson does his family life, while others prosper in the face of adversity and undue stress. What constitutes superb coaching varies ...
Fluminense's Ramalho invited to be Brazil coach Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:05AMRIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Fluminense manager Muricy Ramalho has been asked to take over as Brazil coach but has not yet accepted the job, the country's football confederation said Friday.
Daniel Schorr dies at 93; was elder statesman of NPR Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:04AM(Los Angeles Times) Daniel Schorr, who became the elder statesman of public radio after decades as a feisty television broadcaster for CBS and CNN, has died. He was 93. Schorr died Friday morning at a Washington hospital, National Public Radio announced. The cause was not given.
Daniel Schorr, Broadcast Reporter, Last of Murrow Boys, Dies Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:04AMDaniel Schorr, the relentless radio and television reporter whose career spanned more than 60 years, from the dawn of the Cold War through the war in Iraq, has died. He was 93.
Left behind? Who's not on the DCCC list Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:04AMThe DCCC buys air time for some House incumbents, but not all.
Daniel Schorr dies at 93; controversial CBS and CNN broadcaster became elder statesman at NPR Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:02AMSchorr, a high-profile reporter who covered Watergate and landed on President Nixon's 'enemies list,' was known as much for his cantankerous relationships with colleagues as he was for his dogged reporting and sober commentary. Schorr, a high-profile reporter who covered Watergate and landed on President Nixon's 'enemies list,' was known as much for his cantankerous relationships with colleagues ...
Mother of slain UT student speaks publicly hours before funeral Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:01AMLisa Bucher said she decided to tell her side of the story after she heard the mother of suspect Lawrence James speak publicly in his defense.
An old friend shows up at St. Andrews _ the wind Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:51AMAn old friend showed up on the Old Course on Sunday.
An old friend shows up at St. Andrews _ the wind Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:51AMST. ANDREWS, Scotland (AP) — An old friend showed up on the Old Course on Sunday. A strong wind, the best defense in links golf, was largely missing the last two times the British Open came to St. Andrews, which explains how Tiger Woods won with a record score of 19-under 269 in 2000 and at 14-under 274 five years later.
Retired officers program shift delayed Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:49AMWASHINGTON — The Pentagon can't say how many retired generals and admirals who work as advisers have been hired as government employees despite an order for the information from Defense Secretary Robert Gates, according to interviews with military officials.
Bernards, Pingry girls lax squads earn most all-division honors as champions Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:45AMBernards High School captured the Valley Division title, while the Pingry School finished on top in the Raritan Division this season and both led the way when it came to post-season honors as selected by division coaches.
7-0 Somerset Hills 10-year-old all-stars earns District 17 playoffsâ top seed Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:45AMBERNARDSVILLE — Entering the District 17 Little League Tournament with high hopes, the Somerset Hills 10-year-old all-stars certainly fulfilled their expectations in pool play.
Long Valley Warriors win Division 1 title Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:44AMWASHINGTON TWP. — The Long Valley Warriors U16G girls soccer team defeated the West Orange Storm 5-1, to claim the Division 1 crown in the Mid-New Jersey Soccer League.
World Cup final: Netherlands to play unfamiliar role of spoiler Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:43AMWhen it plays Spain in today's World Cup final, the Netherlands will face the image of its 1970s self – a team for whom a soccer pitch is as much canvas as playing surface.
Can Smoak light Mariners’ fire? Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:43AMSeattle trades ace Cliff Lee and reliever Mark Lowe to Texas for first baseman Justin Smoak and three Rangers prospects.
Conn. man allegedly shot by brother dies Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:43AMConnecticut authorities are reviewing whether to add charges against a West Haven man after the brother he allegedly shot died of his injuries.
Vegas SL Day Two: Studs and Duds Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 9:41AMThe second day of the Las Vegas Summer League featured several blowouts but many impressive individual performances.
Is football too dangerous of a sport for kids? Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:47PMThe question is almost as old as the sport itself. Should I let my son play football? SI.com's Paul Daugherty re-examines the issue in light of the brain damage discovered during Chris Henry 's autopsy.
Finding a funding ally in Defense Dept. Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:47PMSmall businesses turn to the Defense Department for money now that angel investments and venture capital are weaker.
Boston Bruins aren't expected to be big players in NHL free agency. Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:46PMBruins general manager Peter Chiarelli, citing lack of depth in the free agent market and Boston's lack of salary cap space, doesn't plan to bid for a big name on Thursday. Chiarelli said the Bruins would look in the "secondary market" for a No. 3 goalie and depth on defense.
'She is a good person' Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:46PMDuring Sandra Vasquez's eight-day trial, defense attorney Kathleen Colton painted her client as a caring mother of two who was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time on Feb. 11, 2007, when she crashed her small sedan into a utility pole, killing five Oswego teens and injuring three others and herself.
Former Centerville, OSU star A.J. Hawk in town for fundraiser Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:46PMA.J. Hawk was talking about making an impact this year. While he meant on the football field - where his playing time as a Green Bay Packers linebacker was reduced last season - he certainly will be doing so Friday night, July 2, at the St.
News In Brief Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:46PMWorldChina blocks Google featureGoogle confirmed Wednesday that a search engine feature had been partially blocked in China on the same day that its license to offer Internet services there was due to expire.
N.Adams wins title Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:46PMBy Neil Benjamin Jr. ADAMS -- Winning a Berkshire County Babe Ruth All-Star championship has become routine for the 15-year-old North Adams squad after it captured its third straight title with a 4-2 victory over Southern Berkshire Wednesday Renfrew Park’s Balardini Field.
Alex hits Mexico's Gulf coast as Cat 2 hurricane Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:45PMHurricane Alex made landfall on Mexico's Gulf coast as a powerful Category 2 storm Wednesday, spawning tornadoes in nearby Texas, forcing evacuations in both countries and whipping up high waves that frustrated oil-spill cleanup efforts and pushed crude onto beaches.
Penn puts signature on National victory Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:44PMHAGERSTOWN Brock Penn had a two-run homer and a two-run triple to lead the National Little League 9-10 All-Stars to an 11-7 victory over host West End in a Maryland District 1 losers bracket game Wednesday.
In Hunts Point, Celebrating an End to Sludge Wednesday, June 30, 2010 @ 8:44PMA malodorous era for a South Bronx neighborhood concluded when a local fertilizer plant received its final delivery of New York City waste to process.
Pirates finally end 12-game losing streak, beat Indians Saturday, June 19, 2010 @ 8:54PMWith Lastings Milledge's four RBIs, Andrew McCutchen reaching base all five times up, Pedro Alvarez's first career hit and an overall fist-clenching show of visible emotion, it finally came to an end.