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About rnc chairman, michael steele, national, book, republican, gop chairman

tcarter — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:48:00 +0000

By AP The latest on President Obama, his administration and other news from Washington and around the nation. Join the discussion. WASHINGTON (AP) — Despite a series of missteps that have drawn criticism in Washington, GOP ChairmanMichael Steele…http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2010/01/14/us/politics/AP-US-GOP-Chairman.html

The Republican Party’s national chairman says he’s had no thoughts of resigning despite criticism of his first-year performance and controversy about his recent book that takes shots at the GOP. The Associated Press The Republican Party’s national…http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2010757951_apussteelegop.html

The Hill says Michael Steele changed his "tune" on whether or not Republicans would take back the House. "Oh, we will," Steele said on Fox News Sunday. "But the question is, "Can they [Democrats] keep it?" Can they keep it? And right now, all signs are …http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2010/01/11/2169833.aspx

By PATRICK GAVIN & ANNE SCHROEDER MULLINS | 1/11/10 4:22 AM EST RepublicanNational Committee Chairman Michael Steele has had a rough couple of days, thanks to some harsh words from Republicans criticizing his leadership. But the chairman is not only …http://www.politico.com/click/stories/1001/steeles_unconventional_approach.html

WASHINGTON — US Rep. Tom Cole said Monday that a top Republican leader’s apology for using the offensive term “honest Injun” should be enough to put that issue to rest. “I think that’s sufficient,” the Oklahoma …http://www.tulsaworld.com/site/articlepath.aspx?articleid=20100111_298_0_WASHIN1

RNC chairmanMichael Steele has been in the news plenty this month — and now he will be in the Bay Area Tuesday to sit down with fellows at the Hoover Institution, the leading conservative think tank. Steele’s visit to the Stanford University …http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/nov05election/detail?entry_id=55034

WASHINGTON – The leader of the GOP wanted to sell a few books. Instead, he stuck a foot in his mouth, using a derogatory term for Native Americans on national TV, in turn letting down many tribal citizens. During a Jan. …http://www.indiancountrytoday.com/home/content/81004872.html

When Republicans discuss party Chairman Michael Steele, it often comes down to a conversation about Good Michael versus Bad Michael. The problem is, on any given day, GOP politicos don’t know which Michael is occupying the big office at Republican…http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/politics/The-Republican-dilemma_-Good-Michael-

By Raw Story Republican Party Chairman Michael Steele seems to be suffering from a mild form of amnesia. Or maybe, like the character Billy Pilgrim in Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five, he’s become "unstuck in time." Whatever the reason, Steele just …http://rawstory.com/2010/01/steeles-amnesia-continues-ensign/

In a piece for the Daily Beast, Meghan McCain rises to Michael Steel’s defense. But not that high. While she does argue for giving him more time as RNC chairman, she also compiles an impressive list of gaffes. Last week brought yet another example of …http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/business/hancock/blog/2010/01/michael_steele_nee

About teen charged, stabbing death

mcampbell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:47:35 +0000

Detectives said they confirmed that suspected killer Nur J. Mohamed asked Kevin Haney, above, to destroy evidence. A classmate of a high school student accused of orchestrating his mother’s slaying destroyed evidence from the crime scene …http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/6816299.html

AP HOUSTON — A third teenager has been charged in the stabbing death of a woman Houston police say was killed in a plot arranged by her son. Police say 17-year-old Kevin Andrew Haney faces a tampering with evidence charge in the November death of …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/14/AR2010011405322.

HOUSTON (KTRK) — Houston police say charges are pending against a third suspect in the fatal stabbing of a woman in the west Houston apartment she shared with her teenage son. Tabassum Khan, 43, was fatally stabbed inside her apartment in the 6000 …http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local&id=7218763

HOUSTON – A Lee High School dropout was arrested after he allegedly admitted he was paid by an ex-classmate to destroy evidence in the fatal stabbing of his "strict" mom. Kevin Andrew Haney, 17, is now facing a charge of tampering with evidence, …http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/news/local/100114-murder-solicitation-plot

AP Texas News © 2010 AP HOUSTON — A third teenager has been charged in the stabbing of a woman whose son is accused of having her slain. Police said Kevin Andrew Haney, 17, is charged with tampering with evidence in connection with the death of …http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/6816624.html

About march, mcdonnell’s inauguration parade, virginia, inaugural parade, participating, units

mcampbell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:47:13 +0000

RICHMOND — Robert F. McDonnell, the incoming governor of Virginia, donned an apron Wednesday and packed food with volunteers and other political leaders at a food bank in a converted tobacco warehouse on the outskirts of the capital …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/14/AR2010011404524.

Gov.-elect Bob McDonnell’s office announced today that 47 groups from across the Commonwealth will be participating in his inauguration parade on Saturday. The route has been extended this year to better accommodate families, …http://hamptonroads.com/2010/01/11-hampton-roads-groups-participating-inaugural-

The inaugural parade will have a personal touch when Bob McDonnell is sworn in as Virginia’s governor tomorrow. The 47 unitsparticipating in the parade will include participants from McDonnell’s American Legion Post from Virginia…http://www2.timesdispatch.com/rtd/news/state_regional/state_regional_govtpolitic

Early Saturday morning band members will head to Virginia’s State Capital to march in Governor-Elect Bob McDonnell’s inaugural parade. Forty-six other groups from Virginia are scheduled to participate including the Virginia Women’s Institute for …http://www.whsv.com/news/headlines/81631317.html

Gov.-elect Bob McDonnell today announced that 47 groups from across the Commonwealth will be participating in Virginia’s Inaugural parade Saturday. The parade will take place immediately after the swearing-in ceremony, starting at approximately 1:15 pm …http://www.whsv.com/news/headlines/81530547.html

Three units from greater Williamsburg will take part in Saturday’s inaugural parade for Gov.-elect Bob McDonnell. Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes & Drums will be the second of 47 units to pass the review stand, trailing only the 29th Division Band of …http://www.vagazette.com/articles/2010/01/14/news/doc4b4f6edbdf467334166699.txt

About national, infantry brigade, volk, wisconsin troops return home, brigade troops, wisconsin soldiers return home

jwerger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:46:39 +0000

The soldiers with Company B, 1-128th Infantry unit arrived on US soil Tuesday afternoon following almost a year of active duty. The soldiers with Company B, 1-128th Infantry unit arrived on US soil Tuesday afternoon following almost a year of active …http://www.newrichmond-news.com/event/article/id/28155/

The soldiers are the second wave of the 32nd infantry to return, after a year-long deployment to Iraq. A ceremony was held at Volk Field Monday afternoon. The soldiers, from units out of Eau Claire, Menomonie and Arcadia among others, are headed to …http://www.wqow.com/Global/story.asp?S=11804699

Iraqi soldiers search the contents of a storage hut during a mission in Marfu, in northern Iraq, on Monday. Iraqi forces took the lead during searches of the village while soldiers from Fort Lewis’ 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment played a …http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/1027926.html

Military officials announced this afternoon that members of Green Bay’s Company B, 2nd Battalion, 127th Infantry unit, will return now on Saturday. The Wisconsin Army National Guard …http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/article/20100114/GPG0101/1140636/1207/GPG01/

Another homecoming is slated for this afternoon for state National Guard members. Five hundred soldiers from the 32nd Infantry Brigade will touch down at Volk Field this afternoon. About 32-hundred members of the Brigade plus other units …http://www.wuwm.com/programs/news/view_news.php?articleid=5606

A big welcome home for more Wisconsin troops who have spent the past year in Iraq. Today’s flight into Volk Field carries 290 soldiers from the National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team. This includes members of the Guard’s 128th Infantry …http://1410wizm.com/news.php?action=fullnews&id=3695

About 500 members of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, including soldiers from Black River Falls, are due to return to Wisconsin today after spending the past eight months in Iraq. The soldiers are among the more …http://www.lacrossetribune.com/news/local/article_d78e98b8-003f-11df-8e74-001cc4

Members of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Brigade landed in Wisconsin Thursday night.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnRTCCyAGyM

The Minnesota National Guard announced that its soldiers in the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division serving in Iraq are returning to Ft. Lewis, Wash., following a year-long deployment to Iraq. The returning troops will undergo medical examinations and …http://www.hometownsource.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12035

Members of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 32nd Brigade landed at Volk Field Tuesday Afternoon and were welcomed into the open arms of their family and friends. The soldier’s families eyes twinkled with excitement and then erupted into tears of joy …http://www.wsaw.com/home/headlines/81276507.html

About rana indicted, mumbai attacks, charges, chicago, tahawwur rana, charged

slabate — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:46:10 +0000

Washington, Jan 15 (PTI) Two Pakistani-origin Chicago-residents – Tahawwur Hussein Rana and David Coleman Headley – were today indicted by a federal grand jury in the US on charges of plotting attack on a Danish newspaper and helping plan the 26/11 …http://www.ptinews.com/news/469171_Headley–Rana-indicted-for-26-11-Mumbai-attac

Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Rana, denied bail on terrorism charges this week in Chicago, had advance knowledge of the deadly 2008 Mumbai attack and later congratulated the man who supposedly planned the operation, US court filings allege. …http://www.canada.com/news/national/Terror+suspect+linked+Mumbai+attack/2349871/

Jan. 15 (Bloomberg) — Tahawwur Rana and David Headley, both from the Chicago area, were indicted on charges of helping terrorists plot to kill a Danish cartoonist who depicted the Islamic prophet Muhammad as a bomber. …http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=aut0f0QGPt4Q

In this courtroom sketch, former Toronto businessman Tahawwur Hussain Rana, charged with plotting a terrorist attack on a Danish newspaper, appears before Judge Nan Nolan on Dec. 2 in Chicago. CHICAGO — A Canadian citizen was charged Thursday in US …http://www.canada.com/news/national/Canadian+charged+alleged+role+Mumbai+attacks

CHICAGO, Jan. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — A federal grand jury today returned a superseding indictment adding three defendants, including Tahawwur Rana, to charges filed last month against David Coleman Headley, alleging that they and others …http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tahawwur-rana-and-david-headley-indicted

A federal grand jury has added Pakistan born Canadian terror suspect Tahawwur Hussain Rana to charges filed against David Coleman Headley, accusing them of laying the groundwork for the Nov 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks. Pakistani-American Headley had …http://beta.thehindu.com/news/national/article80576.ece

A leader of a banned Pakistani militant group, a former Pakistani army officer and a Chicago man have been charged with plotting the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Ilyas Kashmiri, Abdur Rehman and Tahawwur Rana have been also charged with planning an attack a …http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/8460566.stm

ILLINOIS — Two Chicago men were indicted Thursday on charges that they planned a violent attack on a Danish newspaper and helped lay the groundwork for the November 2008 terrorist rampage that killed 166 people in Mumbai, India. …http://www.star-telegram.com/238/story/1895120.html

Washington, Jan 15 (PTI) Lashkar-e-Taiba had started planning for the Mumbai terrorist attacks at least three years before its strikes in November 2008. According to the charges filed by American federal prosecutors before a Chicago court, …http://www.ptinews.com/news/469182_-LeT-had-planned-for-26-11-attack-in-the-year

A new federal indictment handed down Thursday in a terrorism case with local connections offers the most specific information yet on the roles that two Chicagoans are alleged to have played in the 2008 terror assault in …http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-terror-indict-15-jan15,0,6559335.story

About gov. paterson, campaign, million, governor, david paterson, schools, new

bwassenger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:45:46 +0000

*"Saturday Night Live" last weekend did another skit poking fun at David Paterson and his blindness, and again, the New York governor did not find it funny. As usual, cast member Fred Armisen played the governor as a confused, New Jersey-hating …http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur58624.cfm

Looks like Attorney General Andrew Cuomo — still seeking re-election at the moment for all official purposes — continues to out-fundraise Gov. David Paterson. Paterson announces tonight that he has more than $3 million cash on hand for his campaign, …http://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/spin-cycle-1.812042/cuomo-way-up-on-

Two senior New York Democratic advisers say top national party leaders have asked Gov. David Paterson to consider withdrawing from the 2010 governor’s race. The New York Times also reported that President Barack Obama requested that Paterson withdraw. …http://www.wktv.com/news/local/81592977.html

Gov. David Paterson this morning brushed off his son’s run-in with the NYPD, chalking the situation up to little more than teenage indiscretions and calling the fact the he was found with someone else’s bank card a "non-issue". …http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dailypolitics/2010/01/paterson-defends-his-son-

AP – January 14, 2010 6:15 PM ET ALBANY, NY (AP) – Gov. David Paterson says he has raised $2.2 million in the last six months for his Democratic campaign for governor, with $3 million left on hand for more spending. Paterson’s campaign says the …http://www.wcax.com/Global/story.asp?S=11825079

Jan. 15 (Bloomberg) — New York GovernorDavid Paterson has raised $2.2 million to run for election since July, when he filed his last financial statement with the state, and has about $3 million on hand, campaign aides said yesterday. …http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=awLe5QwkLwlU

ALBANY — Gov. David Paterson ended the six-month fundraising period with about $3 million cash on hand after raising $2.2 million between last July and this month, his campaign…http://www.stargazette.com/article/20100114/NEWS01/1140382/Paterson+s+campaign+c

AP – January 14, 2010 1:15 PM ET ALBANY, NY (AP) – Gov. David Paterson is releasing as much as $750 million in aid to schools and other services that he delayed in December to keep the state from running out of money. Paterson says he will send the …http://www.wcax.com/Global/story.asp?S=11822823

In an appearance on the Don Imus radio show this morning, Gov. David Paterson talked about his son being questioned by police yesterday, whether President Obama might campaign for him, his choice of Kirsten Gillibrand for Senate, and being ridiculed in …http://polhudson.lohudblogs.com/2010/01/13/gov-talks-to-imus-about-son-senate-an

ALBANY – New York State Friday will send $750 million in payments to school districts, cities and counties that had been delayed by Gov. David A. Paterson to prevent the state from running out of money last month. Paterson said Thursday that he was …http://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/state-releases-750m-in-delayed-payments

About tonight show, conan o’brien’s, new jay leno, nbc

pbenton — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:45:20 +0000

AP PASADENA, Calif. — Rosie O’Donnell said Thursday that it’s time for Jay Leno to step aside for Conan O’Brien and "not try to flatten his tires before he even gets going." NBC is seeking to move Leno into his old 11:35 pm "Tonight" …http://www.austin360.com/television/o-donnell-time-for-leno-to-step-aside-180109

* Born in New Rochelle, New York, on April 28, 1950, Leno is married and has no children. * Took over as fourth host of "The Tonight Show" in 1992, when Johnny Carson retired after a three-decade stint. * Beat David Letterman for the coveted job and …http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE60B60R20100113

Even before the Internet and Twitter exploded on Tuesday with Conan O’Brien’s epic statement that he would not host "The Tonight Show" if NBC moved it to 12:05 am, he and his fellow talk-show hosts held forth Monday night on the late-night mess. …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/12/AR2010011203579.

The story of NBC’s decision to cancel the sagging 10 pm "Jay Leno Show" in February and move its star back to his old 11:35 pm "Tonight Show" time slot was fodder for all the comedy talk-shows this week. It will likely continue to …http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704281204575002890564304602.html?m

In the grand scheme of things, figuring out whether to stay in a job that pays north of $15 million a year or fighting for some sort of buyout that would also be in the millions — if not multimillions — is something of a luxury problem. …http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-ct-conan-statement-jan12-link,0,

People.com is reporting that January 22nd will most likely be Conan O’Brien’s last night with The Tonight Show. The online magazine has claimed that a source close to O’Brien has confirmed that, “Conan does not currently plan on doing anymore shows …http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/january-22nd-end-o%E2%80%99brien-01-14-2010

One aspect of NBC’s Jay Leno-Conan O’Brien crisis that hasn’t really come out is that the open rift between Leno and O’Brien actually stems from a long-simmering mini-feud. Conversations with veteran staff members …http://www.suntimes.com/entertainment/1991307,jay-leno-conan-obrien-feud-011410.

Jay Leno had an unexpected message for Conan O’Brien, "You’re welcome," as the verbal salvos among the nighttime talk-show hosts kept flying. "With the all the controversy going on here at NBC, actually, The Tonight Show with Conan …http://www.seattlepi.com/tvguide/414261_tvgif14.html

“There’s a rumor that NBC is so upset with me, they want to keep me off the air for three years. My response to that is, if NBC doesn’t want people to see me, just leave me on NBC.” “Time sure does fly. Do you realize that a baby born on …http://mediadecoder.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/14/conan-obriens-barbs-keep-coming

By AP Comments 3 Conan O’Brien speaks March 9 at the KFOR studio in Oklahoma City. The "Tonight Show” host said in a statement Tuesday he would not agree to an NBC plan to move his show to a later time slot. PHOTO BY PAUL HELLSTERN, oklahoman archive …http://www.newsok.com/coveted-prime-time-slot-to-reopen-in-nbc-shuffle/article/3

About extremism, military, defense, fort hood

nmerced — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:45:02 +0000

Several Army officers should have taken action when Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan was clearly having problems in the years before the deadly Texas rampage, a Pentagon review finds. By Julian E. Barnes Reporting from Washington – Between five and eight Army …http://www.latimes.com/news/nation-and-world/la-na-fort-hood15-2010jan15,0,25789

Two leading US senators have urged the Pentagon to take steps to combat the threat of Islamist extremism within the ranks of the US military. The senators called for educating military personnel about the "warning signs of extremism". …http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/8459744.stm

The recommendation is one of several preliminary ones Collins and Connecticut Sen. Joe Leibermen issued yesterday in the wake of a hearing on the November Foot Hood shootings. Maine Sen. Susan Collins is recommending a ban on "violent Islamist …http://www.mpbn.net/Home/tabid/36/ctl/ViewItem/mid/3483/ItemId/10592/Default.asp

The US Department of Defense (DoD) must outright ban violent Islamist extremism in the US military and train its service members to recognize and report signs of extremism among their ranks, recommended a Senate investigation into …http://www.hstoday.us/content/view/11801/128/

Washington (CNN) — An upcoming military review of the Fort Hood, Texas, shootings finds that the alleged shooter, Maj. Nidal Hasan, was promoted despite supervisors’ concerns about his extremist views on Islam and odd behavior. …http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/01/12/fort.hood.suspect/?hpt=Sbin

A US Senate committee urged the Defense Department to take firmer steps to combat the threat of Islamic extremism within the ranks of the military. The US Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee called current procedures inadequate for …http://www.kauz.com/news/national/81511987.html

It’s official: political correctness prevented Fort Hood assassin Nidal Hasan’s Army superiors from acting upon signs of his incipient jihadist tendencies. AP reported Monday that “a Defense Department review of the shooting rampage …http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=35182

AP As many as eight Army officers may be punished for failing to heed warning signs and take action against suspected Fort Hood gunman Maj. Nidal Hasan, a US official said Thursday. First reported in the Los Angeles Times, an official familiar with a …http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,583083,00.html

WASHINGTON — Several Army officers are expected to face discipline for failing to take action against Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, the suspect in the Fort Hood shootings, over a series of behavioral and professional problems in the years …http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/nation/6816749.html

One day ahead of the Pentagon review of the Fort hood shooting, the US Senate is urging the Department of Defense to take action to combat the threat of Islamic extremism within the ranks of the military.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGARe3QRE9E

About missing lynn university students, haiti found, lynn students, college student found, rutland college student

jhernandez — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:44:45 +0000

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A South Florida charity is anxious about a group of 12 college students and two advisers in Haiti. The students, who are traveling with Food For The Poor, attend Lynn University in Boca Raton. The organization’s director says …http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,582946,00.html

By O’Ryan Johnson and Renee Nadeau Relief turned to despair once more as word came late last night that Rutland coed Britney Gengel, lost among the chaos in Haiti since Tuesday, was still missing. “At approximately 9:40 pm this evening . . . we were …http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1225766

With coffee in one hand and a television remote in the other, he is spending his day flipping between news channels hoping to see his family members on television. At least that way, he said, he’ll know they’re alive. Jerome of Boca Raton owns a …http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/boca-raton-man-knows-wife-son-safe-in-177439.h

8 students from Lynn University leave a waiting area at the international airport to fly out of the country Thursday night. They were in Petionville, Haiti when the earthquake hit, after having visited the slums of Cite Soleil. Students described chaos …http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/lynn-university-president-says-6-still-missing

By AP BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — A South Florida college says three students who were believed to be safe in Haiti actually remain unaccounted for. The president of Lynn University in Boca Raton says the private contractor the school hired to help find …http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/wire/sns-ap-us-haiti-earthquake-u

(NECN: Ally Donnelly, West Palm Beach, Fla.) – Twenty four hours ago, a Massachusetts family was burdened by the weight of the world. Now they have flown to Florida to reunite with their daughter, found alive in Haiti. Britney Gengel, was among 14 …http://www.necn.com/Boston/New-England/2010/01/14/Mass-family-travels-to/1263519

In the last few minutes, the Lynn University Crisis Management Team received word that seven parents had received notifications from the Consular Section of the US Embassy in Port-au-Prince. According to those reports, Daniela Montealegre of Managua, …http://www.wptv.com/mostpopular/story/Lynn-University-students-faculty-in-Haiti-

AP A Lynn University student from Wilmette who had been missing since the 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti has been reported safe, according to a university spokesman. Tyska was one of twelve students and two faculty members initially reported …http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local-beat/Missing-Wilmette-Student-Found-Safe-in

(NECN: Ally Donnelly, Rutland, Mass.) – A Massachusetts college student, who was missing in the earthquake rubble in Haiti for more than a day, is safe this afternoon. Her family calls it a "miracle." Britney Gengel was found near her crumbling …http://www.necn.com/Boston/New-England/2010/01/14/Extreme-joy-for-Mass-family/12

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Three students who had been reported to be found safe in Haiti after Tuesday’s earthquake are still missing, the president of Lynn University announced in a press briefing Thursday night. Some of the 12 Lynn University students who …http://www.wpbf.com/news/22242623/detail.html

About house democrats, tax, health care, president, obama

bgonzalez — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:44:31 +0000

PresidentObama, with Speaker Nancy Pelosi (Calif.), greets House Democrats at their retreat. He praised those who were willing to "make tough choices sometimes when they’re unpopular." (Melina Mara/the Washington Post) By Perry Bacon Jr. With …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2010/01/14/ST2010011404760.ht

By Pablo Martinez Monsivais, AP By Kathy Kiely, USA TODAY WASHINGTON — The Senate is on track for a major makeover as retirements and election defeats change the face of an institution known for seniority. Last week’s retirement announcements by senior …http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2010-01-11-senate_N.htm

Donny Seyfer, at his auto repair shop, said the legislation ignored a larger question on health care: “Why does it cost so much?” By ROBERT PEAR DENVER — Donny Seyfer, the manager of an auto repair shop here, had high hopes when PresidentObama and …http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/11/health/policy/11health.html

(Reuters) – The White House and labor unions reached tentative agreement on Thursday on a tax on high-cost "Cadillac" healthcare plans, clearing the way for union support for a sweeping healthcare reform bill. The deal settles a major issue as …http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE60E0KJ20100115

WASHINGTON — PresidentObama told union leaders at a private White House meeting on Monday that he remained committed to taxing high-cost insurance policies as a way to drive down health costs. …http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/12/health/policy/12health.html

WASHINGTON (Dow Jones)–Negotiations on health-care legislation at the White House stretched into Wednesday evening, as House and Senate leaders sought to gain ground in attempts to forge an agreement merging …http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20100113-714808.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines

WASHINGTON (Dow Jones)–The head of the largest group of US labor unions urged congressional lawmakers to support an excise tax on the rich to pay for sweeping health-care legislation, saying that a tax on generous health-care plans …http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20100111-713251.html?mod=WSJ_latestheadlines

Gripped by a building sense that its window of opportunity could be closing, the White House on Thursday broke the last major logjam blocking enactment of far-reaching health-care legislation, cutting a deal with …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/14/AR2010011404837.

Just back from their congressional districts, Democrats are nervous about riling voters on healthcare reform legislation. But Obama says once people know the details, they’ll back it. President Barack Obama speaks to the House Democratic Caucus retreat …http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics/2010/0114/Obama-rallies-worried-Democrats-

One of the few things we can be sure of when Congress finally enacts health-care reform is that the battle will rage on, unabated. Republicans will attack the law’s weaknesses (and strengths), while Democrats will point to provisions …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/12/AR2010011202770.

About perry, hutchison, texas republican governor candidates debate, gubernatorial candidates debate

sbiar — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:44:14 +0000

AP Gov. Rick Perry, seeking an unprecedented third four-year term, is facing challenges from Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison and Republican Party activist Debra Medina DENTON, Texas — Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison and Gov. Rick Perry clashed Thursday over job …http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/01/14/gop-candidates-texas-governor-set-deb

AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry raised more than $7 million in the last six months and goes into the final stretch of the GOP primary for governor with $11.6 million in the bank. The total represents an escalation in …http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/texassouthwest/stories/DN-perry

The candidates were asked whether Texas should opt out of, or "nullify," certain federal mandates like healthcare reform. Gov. Rick Perry: "We need to be working to stop these programs before they ever get to the point where you even start talking …http://www.star-telegram.com/texas/story/1895186.html

The Star-Telegram asked three local political scientists to provide snapshot assessments of Thursday night’s Republican gubernatorial debate. Not surprisingly, Gov. Rick Perry attacked Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, and Hutchison attacked Perry. …http://www.star-telegram.com/texas/story/1895192.html

DENTON, TX — It was the first debate in the race for Texas governor. The three candidates vying for the Republican nomination squared off in Denton at The University of North Texas. KTEN’s Chris Severy watched the debate from start to finish and has …http://www.kten.com/Global/story.asp?S=11826693

AUSTIN — They’ll probably be sure they know the name of the president of Mexico. But Thursday’s debate among Gov. Rick Perry, US Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison and activist Debra Medina is going to be fun because of what we don’t know yet. …http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/6808615.html

DALLAS ― The three candidates running for the Republican nomination for governor are facing off in a televised debate Thursday evening. For Kay Bailey Hutchison and Rick Perry, it’s their first chance to fire at each other at …http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Republican-governor-candidates-hold-first-debate-

DENTON, TX (KTRK) — If you didn’t have time to watch the GOP gubernatorial debate Thursday night, the debate can be summed up in one sentence. Perry says Texas is the envy of the nation and he’s responsible for it. His opponents say he is glossing …http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/politics&id=7219842

DENTON – It is expected to be the most heated and expensive governor race in Texas history and Thursday evening the Republican candidates squared off in person for the first time. Current Governor Rick Perry and United State Senator Kay …http://www.kxxv.com/Global/story.asp?S=11826768

NEW YORK (Reuters) – Texas will not compete for the new federal "Race to the Top" school aid as it would cost the state more than $3 billion, but it could qualify for $750 million, Republican Governor Rick Perry said on Wednesday. …http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE60C6I820100113

About port-au-prince, aid, haiti earthquake, rescue

jwerger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:43:56 +0000

In this photo released by the United Nations, an injured earthquake survivor receives treatment at a medical clinic set up at MINUSTAH’s logistics base in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010. (AP Photo/United Nations, Logan Abassi) …http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2010/jan/15/relief-aid-streams-to-haiti/

As the dust settles in Port-au-Prince, Haitians dig loved ones out of the rubble – and wait for relief. Concerns of looting mount. People gather near makeshift shelters set up after Tuesday’s earthquake in Port-au-Prince Thursday. …http://www.csmonitor.com/World/Americas/2010/0114/Haitian-earthquake-relief-Neig

Jan. 15 (Bloomberg) — The earthquake in Haiti crushed the country’s fragile infrastructure for health care and clean water and may trigger widespread outbreaks of life-threatening diarrhea, …http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-01-15/haiti-s-health-system-crumbles-under

PORT AU PRINCE, HAITI, JANUARY 14, 2010: The roof of Haiti’s national penitentiary is missing. The four walls of the prison rise up and break off, leaving only the empty sky overhead. The gate to the jail in downtown Port-Au-Prince is …http://www.narconews.com/Issue63/article4010.html

AP Cindy Terasme screams after seeing the feet of her dead 14-year-old brother Jean Gaelle Dersmorne in the rubble of the collapsed St. Gerard School in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. A 7.0-magnitude earthquake hit Haiti Tuesday. …http://hamptonroads.com/2010/01/many-wait-word-about-fate-family-friends-haiti-0

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Jan. 14 (Xinhua) — Rescue teams and relief supplies arrived in Haiti on Thursday to help drag anyone alive from debris after its capital city was practically flattened by the strongest earthquake in the Caribbean region in more than …http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2010-01/15/content_12814455.htm

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) – Help is on the way to Haiti after Tuesday’s 7.0 earthquake. The United States has spearheaded an effort to send food, medicine and other items to the country. The US has sent more than troops as …http://www.wave3.com/Global/story.asp?S=11826714

A man makes his way through bodies in Port-au-Prince. Photograph: Juan Barreto/AFP/Getty Images Some were left beside the rubble, others were shrouded under sheets and lined up in rows, others were packed and stacked in pick-up trucks: there was no …http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2010/jan/14/haiti-port-au-prince-deaths

Jan. 14 (Bloomberg) — Citigroup Inc., the US-based bank whose Haitian headquarters was destroyed in this week’s earthquake, said some of its employees were killed in the disaster. Chief Executive Officer Vikram Pandit made the …http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=adw9Zamvfa60

It’s hard to know just how big the death toll from Tuesday’s earthquake in Haiti will be. It is certainly in the tens of thousands – 50000, says the country’s president, Rene Preval. As the extent of the devastation becomes clear, the international …http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/audio/2010/jan/15/guardian-daily-podcast

About scott brown, senate race, martha coakley

aandrews — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:43:45 +0000

Republicans oppose the health-care overhaul not because it would harm the country but because its passage would hurt them politically, says Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio. Persistent lies by the GOP about the proposal being finalized by …http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2010/01/14/brown-blasts-

By AP The latest on President Obama, his administration and other news from Washington and around the nation. Join the discussion. BOSTON (AP) — What for weeks had been a polite — even sleepy — race in Massachusetts to fill the late Edward M. …http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2010/01/13/us/politics/AP-US-Kennedy-Successor.h

In any other campaign it would be a completely unremarkable appearance: a candidate working a room, shaking numerous hands and asking for votes, and delivering brief remarks. But this is something Martha Coakley hasn’t done …http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/01/campaigns_going.html

With the special US Senate election less than a week away, abortion reemerged as a major flashpoint yesterday as Martha Coakley’s campaign sent out several activists to champion the Democrat as a defender of women’s rights and Republican …http://www.boston.com/news/politics/2008/articles/2010/01/13/abortion_takes_stag

Democrats in marginal districts around the country are very likely watching the special election campaign in Massachusetts for the late Sen. Ted Kennedy’s seat with rising anxiety. Is Democratic Rep. Ike Skelton of Missouri one of them, perhaps? …http://primebuzz.kcstar.com/?q=node/21007

By Herald Staff Memo to the secretary of state: Don’t delay the swearing-in of the winner of next week’s US Senate race. If you do, some of the 28000-plus bostonherald.com readers may revolt. A Herald poll asking online readers how quickly state Sen. …http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100115readers_swear_in_winner_

This is a rush transcript from "Hannity," January 13, 2010. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. SEAN HANNITY, HOST: All eyes are on the Senate race in Massachusetts. Now as the Democrats scramble to save their 60 vote super …http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,583044,00.html

Big-name Kennedy endorsements for Martha Coakley appear to have been little help to the Democrat in the US Senate race – and may have even hurt her with some voters, a new Suffolk University/7News poll shows. The late Sen. …http://news.bostonherald.com/news/politics/view/20100114vicki_kennedys_nod_may_h

MEDFORD – Key members of the Kennedy family bestowed their political blessing yesterday on Attorney General Martha Coakley, casting her as the US Senate candidate best equipped to fulfill Edward M. Kennedy’s legacy on health care. …http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2010/01/08/coakley_basks

BOSTON — The seeds of the drama that could see the Senate seat held by the late Edward M. Kennedy slip to Republican control began to sprout during what is traditionally the quietest week on the political calendar. …http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/14/AR2010011404607.

About h1n1, swine flu, morris

tcarter — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:43:10 +0000

Latinos, blacks and Native Americans in the state have been more likely to die from swine flue than whites, data show. By Molly Hennessy-Fiske California Latinos have been nearly twice as likely as whites to die of H1N1 flu since the pandemic began …http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-me-h1n1-stats15-2010jan15,0,211614.sto

The death of a 58-year-old Morris County woman with an underlying medical condition is being attributed to swine flu. Three Morris County residents have died since September from the H1N1 flu strain, …http://www.dailyrecord.com/article/20100113/UPDATES01/100113044/Woman-is-Morris-

The state health department reported Wednesday that two women, who both had underlying medical conditions, recently died from the illness. One was a 58-year-old Morris County resident who was hospitalized Dec. 9 and died the following day. …http://www.courierpostonline.com/article/20100114/NEWS01/1140330/1006/news01/N.J

Digital News Report – While the number of swine-flu cases has been leveling-off, some health care officials are worried that the virus is poised for a third wave. There were no deaths from the H1N1 in Nevada last week, but officials in San Antonio …http://www.digitalnewsreport.com/2010/01/13-swine-flu-poised-for-third-wave/2238

H1N1 outbreaks have been downgraded from ‘regional’ to ‘local’. It has become a localized concern. Just last month, State Epidemiologist Dr. Gil Chavez described Swine flu as ‘widespread’ in California. The pandemic has claimed 479 lines in the state, …http://www.inlandnewstoday.com/story.php?s=12581

About medical, victims, haiti earthquake

jwerger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:42:56 +0000

Estonia is prepared to donate about one million kroons to help alleviate the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti. The Foreign Ministry is currently assessing co-operation with other state institutions to help victims of the earthquake and alleviate …http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/SKEA-7ZNJQ4?OpenDocument

Get updates on the latest Lotto drawings plus coverage of the new multi-state Powerball game. Winning numbers More than 200 men and women with ties to Florida have given their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan. By Kimberly Miller University of Florida …http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/state/uf-professor-florida-too-far-from-fault-

Dr. Jennifer Ashton spoke to Harry Smith about the medical crisis in Haiti, the essential needs of earthquake victims and the critical days for trapped survivors.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0zgWvcnF_A

Dr. Jennifer Ashton: Limited Supplies, Personnel and Facilities Likely to Hamper Medical Situation in Haiti Dr. Jennifer Ashton spoke to Harry Smith about the medical crisis in Haiti, the essential needs of earthquake victims and the critical days for …http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/01/14/earlyshow/health/main6096738.shtml

A massive global force has mobilized to help victims of the Haiti earthquake. Financial aid, personnel and tons of supplies are pouring in. (Jan. 14)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLI4UiAnvAI

ONE Singapore company has taken the lead in raising funds to help earthquake victims in Haiti. Utiba, a mobile payment solutions provider, is donating $10000 and is also getting its 110 employees, their families and friends to contribute to the effort. …http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/Asia/Story/STIStory_477659.html

About peanut butter, cheese recall, listeria, food recall, parkers farm products

jwerger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:42:32 +0000

This time Coon Rapids, MN-based Parkers Farm, Inc. is recalling peanut butter and other products because they may be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes. The recalled products were distributed nationwide in the …http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2010/01/parkers-farm-recalls-peanut-butter-and-mor

ST. PAUL, Minn. –The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting consumers to an expansion of the January 8, 2010, product recall issued by Parkers Farm, Inc., of Coon Rapids, Minnesota. The company has expanded its voluntary product recall …http://www.foodpoisonjournal.com/2010/01/articles/foodborne-illness-outbreaks/md

Listeria contamination has resulted in the recall of a large number of products by Parkers Farm, including salsa, cheese spreads, peanut butter and bagel spreads sold under a variety of labels, including Kroger, Happy Farms, Central Markets and Dutch …http://www.aboutlawsuits.com/listeria-recall-kroger-dutch-farms-and-parkers-7616

By AP , 01.14.10, 11:05 PM EST _ All peanut butter, cheese, salsa, cream cheese bagel spreads, dips and spreads produced by Parkers Farm Inc. of Coon Rapids, Minn., because they have the potential to be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes bacteria …http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2010/01/14/general-specialized-consumer-services-

Listen up, folks. It’s time to check your refrigerator and cupboards for food that may be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, a very serious and potentially fatal foodborne pathogen. This morning, Food Safety News is reporting that Parkers Farm, …http://www.foodpoisonjournal.com/2010/01/articles/foodborne-illness-outbreaks/pa

Chunky peanut butter — and peanut butter chips — give these peanut butter cookies an extra peanut-ey jolt. Note: We’re celebrating the new year by revisiting our favorite Taste recipes from 2009. These fabulous peanut butter cookies were published in …http://www.startribune.com/blogs/81122772.html

Jan. 12, 2010 — Listeria contamination has led Parkers Farm Inc. to recall peanut butter, cheese, salsa, and other foods from a long list of major food retailers. Listeria is a bacteria that can cause serious and sometimes fatal …http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/food-poisoning/news/20100112/food-recall-hits-

WASHINGTON—Parkers Farm, Inc., a Coon Rapids, Minn. firm, is recalling multiple products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall involves peanut butter, cheese, bagel spreads, dips, spreads and salsa products sold under …http://www.foodproductdesign.com/news/2010/01/multiple-products-recalled-over-li

by Slashfood Editor, Posted Jan 12th 2010 @ 2:00PM by Nicki Gostin Minnesota-based manufacturer Parkers Farm, Inc is recalling several of its products because they may contain Listeria monocytogenes, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes …http://www.slashfood.com/2010/01/12/cheese-recall-impacts-target-whole-foods-and

Numerous food products produced by Parkers Farm Inc. are being recalled today because the packages may be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, a foodborne organism that is a leading cause of potentially fatal food poisoning. …http://www.attorneyatlaw.com/2010/01/food-recall-announced-due-to-possible-liste

About hiv drug resistance, drug-resistant strains, study

ewong — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:42:08 +0000

US researchers have found that strains of drug-resistant HIV may emerge in San Francisco over the next 10 years and could develop into mini-epidemics as patients live longer, healthier lives, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. …http://www.privatemdlabs.com/news/HIV_monitoring/Treatment/Testing/Post_Diagnos/

THURSDAY, Jan. 14 (HealthDay News) — Strains of drug-resistant HIV that will emerge in San Francisco within the next five years could pose a serious threat to efforts to control the HIV pandemic, according to US researchers. …http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/634938.html

Researchers at Harvard and the University of California, San Diego have discovered that mutations in the HIV virus work together to induce drug resistance—a finding that may offer new leads in HIV drug research …http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2010/1/14/hiv-drug-resistance-mutations/

Bangalore: The human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, infection is draining the global public health systems, has infected 2.7 million people and caused two million deaths in 2008, but things could get even worse, warn scientists—the emergence of a wave …http://www.livemint.com/2010/01/14223129/Scientists-fear-HIV-drug-resis.html

(01-14) 11:42 PST SAN FRANCISCO — Drug-resistant strains of HIV could become more prevalent – even developing into "mini-epidemics" – in San Francisco over the next 10 years as patients live longer, healthier lives, according to a new model developed …http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/01/14/MN5H1BHUSM.DTL&type=

Over the past two decades, HIV resistance to antiretrovirals (ARVs) has risen to high levels in the wealthier countries of the world able to afford widespread treatment. We have gained insights into the evolution and transmission dynamics of ARV …http://www.sciencemag.org/cgi/content/abstract/science.1180556

A study released Thursday morning predicts a "wave" of HIV drug resistant strains "will emerge over the next five years in San Francisco due to transmission from untreated individuals." But it’s questionable how much cause for alarm …http://www.ebar.com/news/article.php?sec=news&article=4487

Last January a team of scientists at the World Health Organization (WHO) published a study in the British medical journal the Lancet making the audacious claim that the tools already exist to end the AIDS …http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1953718,00.html

After leveling off for several years, resistance to HIV drugs is likely to rise again, if the conclusions of a new mathematical model turn out to be accurate. The model suggests that about …http://www.medpagetoday.com/HIVAIDS/HIVAIDS/17962

Jan. 15 (Bloomberg) — Strains of mutant HIV emerging in the US and Europe threaten to undermine progress made in expanding access to treatment in poor countries, a study published online by the journal Science found. …http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-01-14/wave-of-mutant-hiv-may-undo-years-of

About medical malpractice limits, arguments, missouri supreme court, supreme court medical malpractice, mo. supreme court

bwassenger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:41:38 +0000

The information you provide will be used only to send the requested e-mail and will not be used to send any other e-mail communications. Read more in our Privacy Policy Wis. High Court To Consider Medical Fund Transfer MADISON, Wis. …http://wcco.com/wireapnewswi/Wis.Supreme.Court.2.1427076.html

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. — Attorneys for a couple involved in a medical malpractice lawsuit this morning asked the Missouri Supreme Court to overturn the statutory limits on punitive damages. It’s the first case challenging Missouri’s 2005 …http://www.connectmidmissouri.com/news/story.aspx?id=401992

JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Supreme Court today will hear arguments in a case that could have far-reaching political implications. (Read more about the battle here). The case, filed by Mary and James Klotz of Arnold, …http://www.stltoday.com/blogzone/political-fix/political-fix/2010/01/political-e

JEFFERSON CITY — If people died in a bridge collapse today, could the Missouri Legislature pass a law the next day to limit the damages due because of possible negligence? How seven Missouri Supreme Court judges answer that question could decide …http://www.stltoday.com/stltoday/news/stories.nsf/politics/story/965BEC4AA2BA57A

JEFFERSON CITY, MO. (St. Louis Public Radio) – The Missouri Supreme Court today heard arguments regarding how much money people can be awarded in medical malpractice cases. In 2005, James and Mary Klotz won a lawsuit against a St. Louis area hospital, …http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kwmu/news.newsmain/article/1/0/1599769/St..Lou

By AP Thursday, January 14, 2010 – 9:21 pm MADISON (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether it was legal for lawmakers to use $200 million from a medical malpractice fund to help balance the state budget. …http://gazettextra.com/weblogs/latest-news/2010/jan/14/wisconsin-high-court-cons

ST. LOUIS (St. Louis Public Radio) – The Missouri Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Thursday in a case challenging the constitutionality of the caps on medical malpractice awards in the state. James Klotz and his wife, of St. Louis County, …http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/kwmu/news.newsmain/article/1/0/1599194/St..Lou

AP Missouri’s top judges questioned on Thursday whether a 2005 law limiting medical malpractice lawsuits is being wrongly applied to people retroactively and is discriminating against the spouses of those injured. …http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=9565029

AP – January 14, 2010 5:14 AM ET JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – The Missouri Supreme Court is considering whether to overturn limits on how much money people can be awarded in medical malpractice cases. The court scheduled arguments Thursday in a case …http://www.koamtv.com/Global/story.asp?S=11820439

AP TALLAHAHASSE, Fla. — The Florida Supreme Court says hospitals must warn patients about a state law that bars malpractice lawsuits for birth-related neurological injuries. The justices Thursday ruled hospitals that fail to do so can then be sued …http://www.miamiherald.com/news/florida/AP/story/1425648.html

About isiah thomas dies, hall, mother, mary thomas

jsteller — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:40:24 +0000

CHICAGO, Jan. 14 (UPI) — Mary Thomas, mother of Florida International University basketball Coach Isiah Thomas, has died at age 87, weeks after she had a heart attack, the school said. "We are truly saddened by the passing of Mary Thomas," FIU …http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2010/01/14/Mother-of-NBA-great-Isiah-Thomas-dies/

Mary Thomas‘ schooling ended with the third grade, but she always reminded her nine children that she had something she called the "mother wit." Whatever that was, it proved equal to the task of raising seven boys and …http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-obit-mary-thomas-15-jan15,0,2920441.story

By AP CHICAGO — The mother of Hall of Fame basketball star and Florida International coach Isiah Thomas has died. Mary Thomas, 86, died Wednesday morning at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital in suburban Chicago, hospital spokeswoman Lisa Parro said. …http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/01/14/mother-of-hall-of-fame-basketball-sta

They called her "Dear," which was short for "Mother Dear," not to be confused with "Mommie Dearest," but not to be taken too lightly, either. When Mary Thomas died Wednesday morning at age 87, leaving seven children and 50-plus …http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/nba/columns/story?columnist=isaacson_melissa&i

The information you provide will be used only to send the requested e-mail and will not be used to send any other e-mail communications. Read more in our Privacy Policy MIAMI – APRIL 15: Isiah Thomas talks to the media after he was introduced as the …http://cbs4.com/local/isiah.thomas.fiu.2.1426460.html

Isiah Thomas isn’t with his Florida International team for tonight’s game at Middle Tennessee State, because of the death of his mother. Mary Thomas, 87, died of natural causes after suffering a heart attack in recent weeks. In 1989 she was the subject …http://blogs.usatoday.com/gameon/2010/01/isiahs-mom-dies-hell-miss-game-tonight.

Lisa Parro of Adventist Hinsdale Hospital in suburban Chicago says 86-year-old Mary Thomas died Wednesday morning. She did not provide any details. Mary Thomas was admitted to the hospital in November and had surgery the same day her son made his debut …http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2010/basketball/nba/wires/01/14/2030.ap.bkn.obi

Mary Thomas, the mother of NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas, died Wednesday of natural causes. She was 87. Thomas had been hospitalized in recent weeks after suffering a heart attack. The story of Thomas raising her children as a single …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/isiah-thomas-mother-passes-away.htm

About no., auburn basketball, tigers, tennessee team, sec, vols

pbenton — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:40:02 +0000

Auburn guard Frankie Sullivan and the Tigers travel to Knoxville to take on Tennessee tonight. By Andrew Gribble | Auburn University Beat Reporter Frankie Sullivan came to a conclusion earlier this week after an afternoon film session with assistant …http://www2.oanow.com/oan/sports/college/article/au_hoops_stopping_the_3_a_must_

AP Auburn’s Alli Smalley grabs a loose ball during the Tigers‘ win over No. 12 LSU on Sunday. By Andrew Gribble | Auburn University Beat Reporter Three days later, Auburn women’s basketball coach Nell Fortner and the Tigers‘ most reliable veteran, …http://www2.oanow.com/oan/sports/college/article/au_womens_hoops_time_success_ke

The Auburn women’s basketball team hopes to extend its winning streak vs. Alabama as the Tide visits Auburn. –The Auburn women’s basketball team will look to even its SEC record at 2-2 and keep its winning streak vs. archrival Alabama …http://tennessee.scout.com/2/937597.html

DAVE MARTIN/Associated PressAuburn’s Frankie Sullivan tries to get the ball away from South Carolina’s Sam Muldrow during the Tigers‘ loss to the Gamecocks in an SEC game on Saturday.AUBURN — In hockey, players aren’t required to …http://blog.al.com/press-register-sports/2010/01/auburn_faces_another_challenge.

AUBURN — Jeff Lebo and his fellow Southeastern Conference coaches wanted more television exposure. Their wish was granted last summer. A revised agreement with ESPN and the newly created SEC Network paved the way for all intra-league games to be …http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/article/20100114/SPORTS0402/1140338/1002/spo

By AuburnUndercover.com KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Auburn’s basketball team got off to a fast start against No. 10 Tennessee at Thomson-Boling Arena on Thursday night. But then there was. Oh, the finish. And it was right there on television for anyone who …http://auburnundercover.com/news/articles/2010/1/14/second-half-auburn-collapse-

6:58 pm – I’m here at Thompson-Boling Arena with less than 10 minutes until tip off where the No. 9 Volunteers are opening up their SEC schedule against the Auburn Tigers. Once again the Vols will be undermanned with the indefinite …http://tnjn.com/2010/jan/14/clay-seals-live-blog-no-9-tenn/

With 5:45 to play in the first half at Thompson-Boling Arena, Auburn’s Frankie Sullivan drained the Tigers‘ ninth 3-point bucket of the half. The team that shocked Kansas trailed the team that lost to Sam Houston State by 34-22 <0×2011> …http://www.govolsxtra.com/news/2010/jan/14/ut-pulls-out-of-post-kansas-nosedive/

AUBURN, Ala. — The prevailing thought was that Auburn is catching Tennessee at the right time, less than a week after the Volunteers suspended three players and dismissed star forward Tyler Smith from the team following their arrest on …http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/sports/story/974640.html

The #9 ranked Tennessee Volunteers were too much for their SEC rival the Auburn Tigers as a 1 point half time lead became a 26 point victory. The Tennessee Volunteers proved to be too much as they pulled away from the Auburn Tigers…http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/285702

About celtics coach, return, arguing, doc rivers

jhernandez — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:39:49 +0000

By Frank Dell’Apa EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Celtics coachDoc Rivers said last night he was “blown away” and “perplexed” by a $25000 fine he was assessed for drawing two technical fouls in a 102-96 loss to Atlanta Monday. Rivers disputed a flagrant foul …http://www.boston.com/sports/basketball/celtics/articles/2010/01/14/rivers_dolla

Almost at the mid way point of the season and the Celtics are starting to pile up the injuries once again. First it was Marquis Daniels who injured his thumb and doesn’t look like he will return until mid February. Daniels is a key component to the …http://www.trufan.com/blog/35/457543/Celtics-Injuries-a-Cause-for-Concern

7:33 pm: Greetings from the Garden, where we just received the injury update from Doc Rivers, with no major surprises. Rivers confirmed that Rasheed Wallace is out until Monday vs. Dallas or Wednesday at Detroit, …http://www.nesn.com/2010/01/live-blog-celtics-vs-bulls.html

Celtics coachDoc Rivers said he is ‘hopeful’ that Rasheed Wallace can return from a sore left forefoot next Monday when the team hosts Dallas at TD Garden. Entering Thursday’s game with Chicago, Wallace had missed the last two games …http://greenstreet.weei.com/sports/boston/basketball/celtics/2010/01/14/docs-enc

BOSTON — Doc Rivers‘ son had a rare chance to watch him coach in person tonight and Rivers will have an unusual opportunity to watch his son play on Saturday. Austin Rivers and his Winter Park High basketball team from outside Orlando, …http://www.telegram.com/article/20100114/NEWS/100119829/1009/SPORTS

Boston, MA, United States (AHN) – The NBA placed a $25000 fine on Boston Celtics coachDoc Rivers for arguing with referee Bennett Salvatore following his ejection during the Celtics’ 102-96 loss to the Atlanta Hawks Monday. …http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7017520667

For the first time since Kevin Garnett went on the shelf with a hyperextended right knee, Celtics head coach Doc Rivers indicated a possible date for Garnett’s return. Rivers said before Thursday’s meeting with …http://www.nesn.com/2010/01/doc-rivers-kevin-garnett-could-return-next-friday-ag

It’s an extremely rough target, but Doc Rivers believes that one possibility for a Kevin Garnett return is a Jan. 22 home game against Portland. The Celtics play a game against the Pistons two nights earlier in Auburn Hills, MI. …http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/sports/celtics/?p=532&srvc=home&position=recen

Rasheed Wallace will likely be back for the next Celtics game Monday night against Dallas. Celtics coachDoc Rivers said before last night’s game against the Bulls he’s hoping to have Wallace (sore left foot) in the …http://www.milforddailynews.com/sports/pros_and_colleges/x1530319059/Celtics-Not

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – At 2:41 of the fourth quarter, Bill Walker awoke from his season-long bench slumber, reared back, and dunked vigorously on New Jersey’s Josh Boone. There had been questions about whether numerous knee injuries had …http://www.boston.com/sports/basketball/celtics/articles/2010/01/14/celtics_benc

About win, tampa bay lightning, florida panthers, victory

jhernandez — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:39:32 +0000

First Period-1, Florida, Horton 16 (Weiss, Frolik), 5:58. 2, Tampa Bay, Halpern 9 (Lecavalier, Tanguay), 9:40. 3, Tampa Bay, Downie 10 (Malone, Szczechura), 12:40. Third Period-4, Florida, Stillman 7 (Reinprecht, Dvorak), 8:53. 5, Florida, Olesz 11, …http://www.thespread.com/ap-news-nhl-600/panthers-lightning-sum-4.html

TAMPA – Every time Tampa Bay seems on the verge of plotting a path toward consistency, the Lightning plunge right into another pitfall. Coming off a convincing victory against Washington, Tampa Bay failed to use that win as any sort …http://www2.tbo.com/content/2010/jan/15/sp-panthers-rally-to-defeat-bolts/

TAMPA, Fla. — Tomas Vokoun made sure the Florida Panthers completed a rare third-period comeback. Vokoun stopped a late penalty shot, Cory Stillman and Rostislav Olesz had third-period goals and the Panthers rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5hqK1-y1mmoWd3ecRpEH

The Panthers had won just once in 16 games when trailing after two periods this season, and the Lightning had lost just two of 15 games when leading after two. But the Panthers pulled off a 3-2 win Thursday night at St. …http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/florida-panthers/fl-panthers-gamer-lightning-

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 14 (UPI) — Cory Stillman and Rostislav Olesz produced third-period goals Thursday in rallying Florida to a 3-2 victory over Tampa Bay. The Panthers moved into a tie with Tampa Bay in the Eastern Conference standings with 46 points. …http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2010/01/14/NHL-Florida-3-Tampa-Bay-2/UPI-35781263

TAMPA — The Lightning’s matchup with the Panthers on Thursday night was important on several levels. Tampa Bay was trying to build on the momentum gained from Tuesday’s emotional win over the Capitals, …http://www.tampabay.com/sports/hockey/lightning/florida-panthers-score-two-in-th

Tampa, FL (Sports Network) – Rostislav Olesz scored the go-ahead goal with 7:39 left in the third period, as the Florida Panthers held on for a 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in a Southeast Division matchup at St. Pete Times Forum. …http://scoreboards.canoe.ca/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=canoe&page=nhl/scores/final/W12

By Sports Network The Tampa Bay Lightning will try to extend their winning streak to a season-high three games when they welcome the Florida Panthers for tonight’s Southeast Division clash at St. Pete Times Forum. This evening’s tilt marks the start of …http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/hockey/hockey-wires/story/1424812.html

The Panthers, who have made a habit of blowing leads late in the game, turned the tables on the Lightning. BY GEORGE RICHARDS TAMPA — Pete DeBoer said he had put Wednesday’s loss behind him. It’s pretty obvious many of his players had not, …http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/hockey/story/1426305.html

About golden, warriors, jennings, brandon, milwaukee bucks

sbiar — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:39:20 +0000

Ridnour, a point guard with the Bucks, saw the future when Milwaukee used the 10th overall pick of the draft to select Jennings, a 19-year-old point guard. Unless Jennings fell flat on his face as a player, …http://blog.oregonlive.com/nba/2010/01/nba_luke_ridnour_playing_solid_basketball

With Michael Redd’s career in limbo, the Milwaukee Bucks will likely have a new go-to scorer for the next few seasons. BrandonJennings didn’t need long to become the front-runner for that role. Jennings faces the Golden State Warriors on Friday night …http://www.cbssports.com/nba/gamecenter/preview/NBA_20100115_MIL@GS/buckswarrior

Most of the rookie hype that doesn’t go to Sacramento guard Tyreke Evans usually finds its way to Milwaukee point guard BrandonJennings. After Jennings dropped 55 on the Warriors in November, many concluded Golden State made a …http://www.mercurynews.com/warriors/ci_14196070

All right folks, in conjunction with my post this morning, we are going to be doing our trivia challenge for four free tickets to Monday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks. I realize the Bucks just lost Michael Redd for the season, but I’m telling you, …http://www.thedreamshake.com/2010/1/14/1250062/t-mobile-trivia-challenge-game-1

AP The Journal Sentinel’s beat writers provide the latest news, notes and analysis on the Bucks. San Francisco — A few weeks ago, BrandonJennings referred to his 55-point outburst against Golden State, …http://www.jsonline.com/sports/bucks/81627517.html

It’s been a scary few days for the Bucks. Michael Redd went down. Scott Skiles went down. BrandonJennings is not down, but he seems worn down. Suddenly, a team that began the season swiftly and surprisingly, with a whole new identity and a different …http://www.nba.com/2010/news/features/shaun_powell/01/13/bucks/

The Journal Sentinel’s beat writers provide the latest news, notes and analysis on the Bucks. About the Warriors: Golden State has two games remaining on a seven-game home stand. The Warriors started with three straight victories before losing to …http://www.jsonline.com/sports/bucks/81618317.html

About 48 hours after LeBron James scored each of his 37 points at all the right times and about 48 minutes after Dwyane Wade methodically put up 35, the Warriors turned their attention to another prolific scorer. "We’ve got to make sure we really key …http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/01/14/SPT11BIC5Q.DTL

About mlb, bud selig, owners, major league baseball

jbrontos — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:39:09 +0000

Owners of the 30 Major League Baseball teams arrived in Arizona to begin two days of meetings in Paradise Valley at the Sanctuary resort. For the first time, the owners are opening their meetings up to others. In this case, the General Managers for …http://bleacherreport.com/articles/325577-we-need-fan-representation

With Commissioner Selig holding a meeting with 28 of the 30 general managers and the 30 owners in Major League Baseball on Weds., the first day of baseball’s quarterly owners‘ meetings, Selig described the gathering as “historic”. …http://bizofbaseball.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3936:a-dif

As you freeze, the owner of your favorite team is down in Paradise Valley, Arizona meeting with Bud Selig to talk about how to keep the metric system down, leave Atlantis off the maps and rig Oscar night. Oh, and for the first time at one of these …http://bases.nbcsports.com/2010/01/what-are-the-owners-doing-down-in-arizona.htm

PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. — Major League Baseball general managers, included for the first time in the quarterly gathering of club owners, held an uncommonly long meeting here Wednesday afternoon. But in four-plus hours of talks …http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100113&content_id=7913456&vkey=news_ml

MLB Commissioner Bud Selig today during the Owners Meetings will meet for the first time with his newly-formed Special Committee for On-Field Matters in Paradise Valley , Arizona . Selig said that there is no solution yet on fixing the oft-debated …http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/article/136210

PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. — Baseball owners unanimously ratified a five-year contract with umpires on Thursday, wrapping up a decade of labour peace in a sport once plagued by work stoppages. The deal, expected to be ratified by umpires on Monday, …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5h23hF31zv6HaJTaL_Lz

MLB GMs, participating for the first time at quarterly owners‘ meetings being held in Paradise Valley, Arizona, conducted a five-hour session yesterday, nearly half of which was with MLB Commissioner Bud Selig. Neither Selig nor the GMs disclosed the …http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=sbd.main&ArticleID=13618

Bud Selig shares a laugh with Braves president John Schuerholz prior to Wednesday’s meeting. (AP) By Barry M. Bloom / MLB.com PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. — Commissioner Bud Selig has called the first meeting of his new Special Committee on Thursday …http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100113&content_id=7913564&vkey=news_ml

(NewsCore) – Major League Baseball announced Thursday a $1 million donation to help earthquake victims in Haiti. “It is difficult for us to imagine the catastrophic toll this earthquake has taken on the people of Haiti, a land not far from the United …http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/dpps/sports/dpgonc-mlb-1million-haiti-earthquake-ai

NEW YORK — Major League Baseball says it is donating $1 million to help victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Commissioner Bud Selig said in a news release Thursday that the contribution is being made on behalf of the league and its 30 teams. …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5jAm-74Mri9HQGLYjTWz

About usc football, ucla, norm chow, kiffin

pbenton — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:38:55 +0000

UCLA offensive coordinator Norm Chow spoke to reporters about his flirtation with USC for the first time Thursday afternoon. Chris Williams/Icon SMI UCLA offensive coordinator Norm Chow is sticking with the Bruins. …http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/18157/chow-gave-usc-some-considerati

by Nestor on Jan 14, 2010 8:09 PM PST in Media Watch 0 comments While we are all reveling in how the Norm Chow story worked out, I think we need to revisit the role ESPN’s Shelly Smith played in unnecessarily spiking up the tension around this drama …http://www.bruinsnation.com/2010/1/14/1252305/espns-shelly-smith-should-be-held

by Nestor on Jan 14, 2010 1:45 PM PST in Football 5 comments Norm Chow, Rick Neuheisel’s offensive coordinator will be holding a presser at 1:30 pm PST. Jon Gold will be providing rough transcripts on Inside UCLA blog as much as possible. …http://www.bruinsnation.com/2010/1/14/1251761/celebration-thread-chow-presser-at

I don’t know about you, but I feel like I’ve been tossed in an industrial-sized washing machine and the NCAA ordered two cycles on permanent press. The last week has brought the coaching carousel to such a level that I’m glad we can step off before …http://bleacherreport.com/articles/326290-chow-muschamp-give-college-football-a-

by Achilles on Jan 14, 2010 3:35 PM PST in Football 0 comments More photos » Ric Francis – AP It only four months ago that Rick Neuheisel led the Bruins into Neyland Stadium, coming away with 19-15 victory over the Tennessee Volunteers who were …http://www.bruinsnation.com/2010/1/14/1251869/pregame-guesses-special-norm-chow

Unless lightning strikes again, Norm Chow won’t be part of the massive transformation at USC. Chow will remain UCLA’s offensive coordinator and not join Lane Kiffin’s staff at USC, Chow’s agent told ESPN. This might be best for Chow and …http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/18125/chows-staying-at-ucla

by Nestor on Jan 11, 2010 2:22 PM PST in Football 0 comments Not a surprise that we are hearing lot of Chow rumors from either Trojan sources or people close to them. It’s the same stuff that was floated few weeks ago, which we debunked few weeks ago …http://www.bruinsnation.com/2010/1/11/1245985/ucla-norm-chow-planning-to-be-at

A report on Dan Patrick’s website said that Norm Chow would remain at UCLA, according to a radio interview with Bruins’ Coach Rick Neuheisel this morning. Neuheisel moments ago said that he only reiterated what he said Wednesday, which was that “Norm …http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/sports_blog/2010/01/ucla-football-norm-chow-rick

by Nestor on Jan 13, 2010 6:34 PM PST in Football 1 comment Coach Rick Neuheisel is holding a teleconference today presumably with UCLA beat reporters and other traditional media reporters who are interested to go over the developments from last 24 …http://www.bruinsnation.com/2010/1/13/1250282/rick-neuheisel-norm-chow-told-me

Lane Kiffin’s first USC staff will include his father, former Buccaneers defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin, and possibly ex-Titans offensive coordinator Norm Chow. However, Kiffin will not say if any other assistant coaches with NFL ties or …http://blogs.nfl.com/2010/01/13/kiffin-mum-on-nfl-coaches-who-might-join-usc-sta

About senators, mike brodeur, ottawa, new york rangers, game

pbenton — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:38:25 +0000

More photos » Mary Altaffer – AP Not the neutral zone trap, but a trap game, which tonight’s tilt with the Senators has all the makings of. The Senators come to Madison Square Garden beaten and bruised. The Sens are without offensive stars Daniel …http://www.blueshirtbanter.com/2010/1/14/1251464/rangers-need-to-avoid-trap-toni

More photos » FRED CHARTRAND – AP 2 months ago: OttawaSenators goaltender Brian Elliott (30) gives up a rebound as New York Rangers Rayan Callahan (24) tries to shoot the puck as Senators‘ Daniel Alfredsson (11) looks on during the third period of an …http://www.blueshirtbanter.com/2010/1/14/1250390/rangers-gameday-pregame-news-an

Marian Gaborik was unable to stay with Alex Kovalev as the Senators‘ right wing skated all over the Rangers’ end to set up Chris Campoli’s winner at 18:46 of the third period. “It was my guy,” Gaborik said. …http://www.northjersey.com/sports/pro_sports/011510_Rangers_notes_Marian_Gaborik

The name on the back of the jersey read "Brodeur." The Rangers fell under the spell and never woke up. Mike Brodeur, the third-string goalie for the OttawaSenators and a distant cousin of the Devils’ Martin Brodeur, made 32 saves and blanked the …http://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/rangers/the-other-brodeur-shuts-out-rangers

Not Martin Is King: Mike Brodeur deigns to allow the Rangers’ Erik Christensen to live despite approaching his net. Full credit for this masterpiece goes to Ryan Classic: www.ryanclassic.net 32 saves for a shutout in his second start. …http://www.silversevensens.com/2010/1/14/1252311/senators-earn-win-over-rangers-

With the Rangers’ power play 3-for-36 and their shootout record at 2-3, yesterday’s session at the training complex was dominated by man-advantage drills and breakaways. The OttawaSenators (22-21-4), who visit Madison Square Garden Thursday night, …http://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/rangers/rangers-practice-their-nemesis-scor

OTTAWA – The OttawaSenators today recalled goaltender Mike Brodeur on an emergency basis from the club’s American Hockey League affiliate, the Binghamton Senators. Brodeur, 26, made his National Hockey League debut on Dec. 19, stopping 22 of 23 shots …http://senators.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=513585

NEW YORK — Maybe now that they can make it here, they can make it everywhere. That would bring some joy to their long-suffering fans and relief to general manager Bryan Murray. The OttawaSenators finally found a way out of their losing streak. …http://www.nationalpost.com/sports/story.html?id=2443015

New York, NY (Sports Network) – OttawaSenators goaltender Pascal Leclaire was hurt in practice on Thursday, prompting the team to recall goaltender Mike Brodeur from Binghamton of the American Hockey League on an emergency basis. …http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=306121

NEW YORK — Mike Brodeur is a distant relative of likely Hall of Famer Martin Brodeur. His shutout performance at Madison Square Garden was all in the family. Hours after being called up from Binghamton of the AHL, Mike Brodeur outlasted New York’s …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5jaFpReuL_mhZhmlFFsA

About ravens game, afc, playoff, colts, baltimore ravens

nmerced — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:38:14 +0000

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts felt like they spent last week at boot camp. Four-time MVP Peyton Manning tested himself against his own defence, the tempo was quick and the intensity increased. To first-year coach Jim Caldwell, this is how you …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5hoqUtQH4kw25FEYQe6V

By Jim Rogash, Getty Images By Gary Mihoces, USA TODAY OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens‘ defense and running game were so dominant last weekend against the New England Patriots that quarterback Joe Flacco didn’t have to do much more than hand …http://www.usatoday.com/sports/football/nfl/ravens/2010-01-13-joe-flacco_N.htm

There’s no running from the truth: The Indianapolis Colts possess the worst rushing attack in the NFL. Tough yards: Joseph Addai (left) is tackled by the Ravens’ Dwan Edwards (93) in November. The Colts had only 76 rushing yards but …http://www.indystar.com/article/20100114/SPORTS03/1140451/1058/SPORTS03/Colts-br

Around here, they’re not the Baltimore Ravens, not anymore. They are "The Professional Football Franchise From Baltimore.” Or "TPFFFB." I mention this because, in a shocking lack of professional courtesy and maturity, the Ravens’ stadium operations …http://www.indystar.com/article/20100112/SPORTS15/1120339/1058/SPORTS03/Nothing-

“THE NFL ON CBS” CONTINUES AFCPLAYOFF COVERAGE WITH AFC DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF GAMES – BALTIMORE vs. INDIANAPOLIS ON SATURDAY, JAN. 16; AND NEW YORK JETS vs. SAN DIEGO ON SUNDAY, JAN. 17 EXCERPTS FROM “NFL ON CBS” NFL DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF GAMES CONFERENCE …http://www.cbssports.com/cbssports/story/12787508/nfl-on-cbs-afc-divisional-play

If you’re trying to get to the Ravens football game against the Indianapolis Colts this weekend, you might have a hard time unless you’re planning a road trip. Flights are already sold out on many …http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/bal-bz.travel12jan12,0,2491510.story

It’s difficult, at this point in Ray Lewis’ career, to separate the man from the mystique. Think about that this week when he squares off against Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts in the divisional round of the AFC…http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-colts-ravens15-2010jan15,0,5107233.story

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Masters of the improbable, the Ravens will now take on the seemingly impossible. Having tossed aside Tom Brady and the New England Patriots on Sunday, the Ravens next will size up Peyton …http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bal-te.sp.ravens11jan11,0,5579995.stor

Joe Robbins/Getty Images Will sending Peyton to the sideline against the Jets come back to haunt the Colts? Is bad karma going to bite the Indianapolis Colts where the sun doesn’t shine on Saturday night, when they host the Baltimore …http://espn.go.com/espn/page2/index?id=4825208

INDIANAPOLIS – - The Indianapolis Colts‘ Chad Simpson is aware that any fan base he developed in Baltimore by playing at Morgan State could dissipate if he returns a kick for a touchdown against the Ravens in the …http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bal-sp.coltsnotes13jan13,0,5953760.sto

About dallas stars, brian gionta, game, montreal canadiens

tcarter — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:35:57 +0000

Cedar Park, TX – The Texas Stars (22-13-2-4, 50 points) defeated the San Antonio Rampage (17-17-3-2, 39 points) 2-0 on Tuesday night in front of 3852 fans at Cedar Park Center. Stars goalie Todd Ford (1-0-1) recorded his first AHL shutout with 36 saves …http://www.news8austin.com/content/sports/?ArID=263776&SecID=5

Montreal points leader Tomas Plekanec is looking to break out of a mini-slump. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) The Montreal Canadiens haven’t displayed the kind of consistency to afford looking ahead on the schedule, …http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/story/2010/01/14/sp-dal-mtl.html

The Montreal Canadiens resume action tonight, hosting the Dallas Stars at the Bell Centre. The two teams play each other only once this year, and only met once last season, with the Canadiens winning 3-1 in Dallas. Montreal hasn’t played since a 2-1 …http://www.habsworld.net/article.php?id=1955

AP Montreal Canadiens‘ Marc-Andre Bergeron, right, collides with Dallas Stars‘ Mark Fistric during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Montreal, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. MONTREAL—Brian Gionta and the Montreal Canadiens dealt the Dallas Stars…http://www.mercurynews.com/sharks/ci_14195407

More photos » Graham Hughes – AP about 3 hours ago: Dallas Stars‘ Steve Ott (29) celebrates his tip-in goal against Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Montreal, Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. …http://www.defendingbigd.com/2010/1/14/1252273/stars-drop-9th-in-a-row-on-road-g

by Brad G on Jan 14, 2010 12:15 PM CST in Games 2 comments Thanks to Brandon for giving everyone a little perspective before this game preview went up. Sadly, all good things must end and we have to take a look at the facts in preparation for this one. …http://www.defendingbigd.com/2010/1/14/1251045/gameday-preview-dallas-stars

The Dallas Stars probably can’t wait for their road trip to come to an end. The struggling Stars look to avoid a ninth straight road loss Thursday night when they conclude a three-game trip with a rare visit to Montreal to face the Canadiens. …http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/gamecenter/preview/NHL_20100114_DAL@MON/starscanadi

DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Stars have recalled left wing Fabian Brunnstrom from the minor leagues after a six-game conditioning assignment. Brunnstrom had one goal and four assists for the Texas Stars of the AHL before Wednesday’s recall. …http://www.usatoday.com/sports/hockey/nhl/2010-01-13-3494089693_x.htm

"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty." Brad will have the formal game preview up here in a bit, but I wanted to …http://www.defendingbigd.com/2010/1/14/1251049/dallas-stars-montreal-canadiens

By Dallas Stars Staff Frisco, Tex. – The Dallas Stars announced today that the club has recalled left wing Fabian Brunnstrom from the Texas Stars, Dallas’ primary affiliate in the American Hockey League (AHL). He was assigned to Texas for a …http://stars.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=513477

About bill belichick, new england, patriots defensive coordinator dean pees

mcampbell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:35:38 +0000

Now that the New England Patriots’ 2009 season is officially over, it’s time to hand out the grades. Check out below to see who on the defense will be hanging their report cards on the refrigerator and who will …http://www.nesn.com/2010/01/report-card-patriots-defense-never-recovered-from-lo

These are stressful times for Pepper Johnson and Bill Belichick, but not for Dean Pees. Pees announced yesterday he would not be back for a fifth season as the Patriots [team stats] defensive coordinator but insisted he was “not fired” …http://news.bostonherald.com/sports/columnists/view.bg?articleid=1225770

We broke down the Patriots [team stats] offense yesterday, taking a look at each position and what is needed to right the ship in the wake of Sunday’s season-ending playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens. …http://news.bostonherald.com/sports/football/patriots/view/20100113fixing_d_a_ru

If the CBA fails to come to terms will there be any free agents left or will it free agent-less for two years before players qualify for the six-year term of free agency? It doesn’t seem to me that there will …http://www.patriots.com/news/index.cfm?ac=latestnewsdetail&pid=41578&pcid=41

Pees, 60, who was hospitalized for shortness of breath in a Week 17 loss at Houston, told the Boston Herald that he stepped down. The Providence Journal originally reported that he had been fired. "I was not fired," Pees told the Herald. …http://content.usatoday.com/communities/thehuddle/post/2010/01/paper-patriots-fi

FOXBORO – When Bill Belichick lists his areas of focus on defense, he rattles off situations such as third-down, two-minute and protecting a lead. The Patriots [team stats] coach identified a common thread to all three. …http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/football/patriots/view/20100114patriots_need_

The Patriots’ season came to a stunning end with a 33-14 playoff loss to the Ravens. It was ugly. So where does the team go from here? That is the theme of this week’s mailbag. The topic of leadership is also addressed. One of the common questions I …http://sports.espn.go.com/boston/nfl/columns/story?columnist=reiss_mike&id=48194

Just got off the phone with Patriots defensive coordinator Dean Pees, and here’s the crux of what’s happened: Pees met with Patriots coach Bill Belichick and, with his contract expiring, decided to step down as defensive coordinator. …http://www.boston.com/sports/football/patriots/extra_points/2010/01/pees_explain

Patriots defensive coordinator Dean Pees, whose contract expires at the end of the month, will not return to the team, he announced Thursday. Pees had served as the team’s coordinator since 2006. Kirby Lee/Image of Sport/US Presswire …http://sports.espn.go.com/boston/nfl/news/story?id=4826721

After the Patriots finished their disappointing 2009 campaign with a loss to the Ravens in the first round of the playoffs, many began calling for a new defensive coordinator. It seems those people will be …http://www.nesn.com/2010/01/patriots-defensive-coordinator-dean-pees-leaving-new

About coach, providence, depaul, webster, koshwal, miss, tracy

ewong — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:35:27 +0000

When introduced to another meager Allstate Arena crowd, DePaul interim coachTracyWebster received an emphatic ovation, those on hand apparently eager to move forward in any way possible. The Demons still have a chance to make the …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/in-websters-debut-depaul-trails-33-

David Haugh suggests five names that would create a buzz in Lincoln Park. Who would be an ideal fit at DePaul? By Brian Hamilton Tribune reporter About eight years ago, when called about an assistant coaching position at Ball State, TracyWebster…http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/chi-14-depaul-tracy-webster-jan14,0,4052042

By By Sports Network | The Sports Network DePaul junior forward-center Mac Koshwal will miss the next two to four weeks after sustaining a right foot injury. The 6-foot-10 Koshwal had already missed eight games earlier this season with an injured left …http://www.sanluisobispo.com/sports/college_sports/story/989708.html

By Sports Network – The Sports Network GAME NOTES: Big East Conference foes will collide in Rosemont, Illinois this evening, as the DePaul Blue Demons play host to the Providence Friars. Providence is 10-6 overall this season, and the team has rotated …http://www.macon.com/299/story/985301.html

Not quite 20 years and – let’s be honest – more than a few pants sizes ago, TracyWebster was a brash young Star Newspapers co-Player of the Year. Grade school teammate and Thornridge nemesis Townsend Orr shared the honor with Thornton’s …http://www.southtownstar.com/sports/macey/1987056,011310sptmacey.article

ROSEMONT, Ill. – This could have been the perfect night for DePaul to cast aside the burden of a BIG EAST Conference losing streak. It could have been a new beginning for the Blue Demons in their first game being directed by interim coachTracyWebster…http://www.depaulbluedemons.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=15600&ATCLID=20486934

DePaul junior forward-center Mac Koshwal will miss the next two to four weeks after sustaining a right foot injury. The 6-foot-10 Koshwal had already missed eight games earlier this season with an injured left foot. Koshwal is the Blue Demons’ leading …http://www.wfrv.com/sports/cbaskm/story/DePauls-Koshwal-to-miss-2-to-4-weeks-wit

The DePaul Blue Demons square off with the Providence Friars on Thursday night on ESPN2. In this comprehensive report, we hear from newly-named Interim Head CoachTracyWebster, Providencecoach Keno Davis, DePaul players Eric Wallace …http://depaul.scout.com/2/937627.html

Clinging to a chance at ending their Big East misery in interim coachTracyWebster’s debut, the Demons imploded in the second half and lost 79-62 to Providence at Allstate Arena. It was the 23rd straight regular-season conference …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/second-half-swoon-dooms-depaul-in-w

DePaul junior big man Mac Koshwal will not be in action for tonight’s Big East conference game versus Providence. Mac Koshwal had been averaging 15 points and 11 rebounds thus far this season for DePaul. He did not dress for tonight’s …http://depaul.scout.com/2/937877.html

About georgetown basketball, seton hall pirates, georgetown hoyas, east

ewong — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:35:17 +0000

Seton Hall vs Georgetown College Basketball Picks – January 14th, 2010: The Seton Hall Pirates are in the nation’s capitol tonight to take on conference rival Georgetown. The No. 11 Hoyas have just one home loss this year will be looking to avenge a …http://www.point-spreads.com/college-basketball/011410-seton-hall-vs-georgetown-

Washington, DC (Sports Network) – Chris Wright tallied a game-best 21 points to go along with seven assists and four steals, while Jason Clark poured in a career-high 20 points, as No. 11 Georgetown rolled to an 85-73 victory over Seton Hall at the …http://content.usatoday.com/sportsdata/basketball/ncaab/game/SetonHall_Georgetow

WASHINGTON, DC — Seton Hall head coach Bobby Gonzalez has a revolving door at the one position where you can’t afford it. He’s started Eugene Harvey, Keon Lawrence and Jordan Theodore all at the point at some time this season. …http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/professional/seton-hall-struggles-with-revolvin

By AP WASHINGTON (AP) — Chris Wright scored 21 points to lead No. 11 Georgetown to an 85-73 victory over Seton Hall on Thursday night. Jason Clark added 20 points on 5-of-6 shooting, including 4-of-4 from 3-point range, for the Hoyas (13-2, …http://www.latimes.com/sports/nationworld/wire/sns-ap-bkc-t25-seton-hall-georget

By Johnny The Hoyas moved to 4-1 in conference play after defeating Seton Hall at home. A little while after the buzzer sounded, here’s what Coach Thompson, Chris Wright, Austin Freeman, and Jason Clark had to say: Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player …http://hoyahoops.com/2010/01/14/seton-hall-postgame-press-conference/

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (UPI) — Chris Wright scored six points during a 15-0 run early in the game Thursday and No. 11 Georgetown went on to defeat Seton Hall 85-73. Wright finished with 21 points, hitting 9-of-14 shots from the field as part of a …http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2010/01/14/COL-BKB-Georgetown-85-Seton-Hall-73/UP

Junior Jeremy Hazell was named to the BIG EAST Conference Men’s Basketball Weekly Honor Roll for the third time this season on Monday. Hazell averaged 23.0 points and 2.5 steals in a week in a pair of games. Last Wednesday, he scored 13 points in a …http://www.shupirates.com/ViewArticle.dbml?SPSID=62732&SPID=5524&DB_OEM_ID=12600

The Seton Hall Pirates travel to the Georgetown Hoyas Thursday night in Big East play. This game will be shown on ESPN at 7:00 EST tonight. When taking a look at the college basketball odds, we find that the Hoyas are 6.5-point favorites to beat the …http://www.betfirms.com/seton-hall-at-georgetown-college-basketball-preview-114/

Am going to peel myself away from chasing the Gilbert Arenas story to Great Falls and back – literally – for three thoughts on the Hoyas’ victory over Seton Hall earlier tonight. For a team that never seems to be about the points, there was another …http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/sports/blogs/pick-and-roll/Georgetown-85-Seton

Due to the enormous popularity of last week’s two-part extravaganza that helped make Casual Hoya a GLOBAL PHENOMENON, this installment of Sleeping With The Enemy is once again going to be an epic, all-day affair. In this morning’s Part I, …http://www.casualhoya.com/2010/1/13/1248545/sleeping-with-the-enemy-part-1-the

About closer jose valverde, detroit tigers, million

nmerced — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:35:08 +0000

Jon Paul Morosi is a national MLB writer for FOXSports.com. He previously covered baseball for the Detroit Free Press and Seattle Post-Intelligencer. He began his journalism career at the Bay City Times in his native Michigan. …http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/jose-valverde-detroit-tigers-011410

Tom Gage of the Detroit News writes that the Tigers "have a real shot" at free agent reliever Jose Valverde. The Tigers have an opening at the back end of their bullpen that Valverde would conveniently slide into. He was pushing for $8 million per …http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=MLB&id

Jose Valverde is close to an agreement on a two-year, $14 miillion contract with the Detroit Tigers, SI.com has confirmed. The deal will also include a player option for 2012. Valverde, 31, led the NL in saves in 2007 with Arizona …http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2010/baseball/mlb/01/14/valverde.tigers/

DETROIT — The Tigers are poised to sign the veteran closer they hoped to add. They agreed to terms Thursday with Jose Valverde on a two-year contract with an option for a third, a source close to the negotiation confirmed to …http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100114&content_id=7918960&vkey=news_ml

According to The Detroit News, the Tigers are giving serious consideration to signing free-agent right-hander Jose Valverde to serve as their closer. The newspaper noted the AL Central race is expected to be wide-open, and the Tigers don’t want to miss …http://www.sportingnews.com/mlb/article/2010-01-13/tigers-looking-hard-valverde-

The Detroit Tigers have found their closer. Jose Valverde and the Tigers reached a preliminary agreement on a US$14-million, two-year contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The person, who spoke to The Associated Press on …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5jM58p1KcJCHx5omtJHZ

The Detroit Tigers agreed to terms Thursday on a two-year deal with right-handed reliever Jose Valverde, according to Yahoo! Sports Tim Brown. The signing — still pending a physical — is worth $14 million for two years …http://www.mlive.com/tigers/index.ssf/2010/01/report_tigers_sign_reliever_jo.htm

Valverde has agreed to a two-year, $14 million contract with the Tigers, Yahoo! Sports’ Tim Brown reports. There is also an option for a third year at $9 million. Valverde will immediately slide into the closer’s role for Detroit, leaving Joel Zumaya, …http://www.rotowire.com/Jose-Valverde-googid310080-spmlb.htm

Or confusing, really. I know they’re confusing me, and I presume that they themselves aren’t exactly sure what it is they’re trying to do. To wit: at one point in this offseason, they traded Curtis Granderson to the Yankees, presumably at least in part …http://www.mlbnotebook.com/2010-articles/january/the-tigers-are-confused.html

DETROIT — You might be wondering why the Detroit Tigers are set to pay closer Jose Valverde more money than departed free-agent closer Fernando Rodney and Brandon Lyon received to leave Detroit. Rodney, with 37 saves in 38 …http://www.mlive.com/tigers/index.ssf/2010/01/tigers_have_no_choice_but_to_p.htm

About mark mcgwire’s steroids, sports, bob, mark grace

nmerced — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:34:57 +0000

Boy, it’s a good thing Mark McGwire and the St. Louis Cardinals summoned Ari Fleischer Sports Communications to make this all go away. Let’s immediately call for a special Hall of Fame vote. Big Mac can get his 75 percent approval in time to be …http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/01/14/SPKO1BI8NQ.DTL

You have to admire Bob Costas. Not only did he conduct a solid interview with Mark McGwire, he did it for an hour….and on LIVE TV! Costas is truly one of the best sports broadcasters of the decade and certainly of the last 25 years. …http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/george-ofman-thats-all-she-wrote/2010/01/the-bes

Reactions just keep rolling in from all sorts of folks like Jack Clark (ban him from baseball!), Mark Grace (why would you do steroids and ruin your sex life?), and Christine Brennan (hey everybody, let’s talk about Pete Rose! …http://bases.nbcsports.com/2010/01/colbert-clark-grace-take-shots-at-mcgwire.htm

Mark McGwire’s admission this week that he lied about taking performance-enhancing drugs is coming a little late for most. It is doubtful it will help him get into the hall of fame. And, it is hard to give him much …http://www.tulsaworld.com/site/articlepath.aspx?pg=sports&articleid=20100114_203

Former Cubs first baseman Mark Grace said he never took steroids because he was afraid they would ruin his sex life. Grace appeared on the Dan Patrick radio show Thursday (to be air late night on WSCR-AM 670), calling Mark McGwire’s excuse that he used …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/grace-worried-steroids-would-ruin-h

IJS contributor Mark Niemi will give some quick-hitting thoughts on the world of sports broadcasting each week. Former Detroit Tigers Jack Morris and Alan Trammell failed to receive the requisite 75 percent of votes from baseball writers …http://blog.mlive.com/its-just-sports/2010/01/talking_points_media_members_d.htm

Mark McGwire’s steroids confession rocked the sports world earlier this week, and by rocked, we mean it didn’t surprise a single soul on this planet except for Tony LaRussa. While McGwire’s confession lacked anything even the slightest …http://phoenix.fanster.com/2010/01/14/mark-grace-confession-steroids-decrease-pe

There’s been a titanic shift in the way MLB and the players are attacking the stain that has attached itself to the game of baseball since Jose Canseco outed the massive use of performance enhancing drugs that …http://www.sodahead.com/sports/ari-fleischers-mlb-pr-plan-steroids-didnt-help-pl

Santa Rosa physician Gary Furness was irritated by Mark McGwire, specifically by McGwire’s interview with Bob Costas. McGwire did not sound plausible to Furness on scientific grounds. Furness is a good friend of mine and I asked him to …http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20100114/NEWS/100119671?Title=One-doctor-s-

Mark McGwire came out of hiding and was back in action this week. He took a few too many pitches from the Associated Press, fouled a few off from Bob Costas, and finally popped out meekly to left field with ESPN’s Bob Ley on the mound. …http://www.timesheraldonline.com/opinion/ci_14186761

About lackey, boston, defense, red sox pitching, john

pbenton — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:34:45 +0000

BOSTON — The Red Sox weren’t happy when Daisuke Matsuzaka complained to Japanese reporters last year about how the club was handling his rehab from a shoulder injury. Last week, he revealed in the Japanese magazine Friday that was …http://www.telegram.com/article/20100114/NEWS/100119830/1009/SPORTS

•Two Red Sox newcomers, pitcher JohnLackey and outfielder Jeremy Hermida, were at the afternoon press conferences preceding the dinner. Both Lackey and Hermida worked out at Fenway Park earlier in the day, with Hermida having the chance to talk shop …http://espn.go.com/boston/columns/redsox/blog/_/post/4826865/name/edes

Defensive statistics are obviously an inexact science, but for Red Sox fans, they’re at least offering a sign of hope. John Dewan, owner of Baseball Info Solutions and a publisher for ACTA Sports, …http://www.nesn.com/2010/01/statistician-says-red-sox-could-gain-eight-wins-from

The Boston Red Sox fell from an estimated 20 Defensive Runs Saved as a team in 2008 to second worst in baseball at -52 Runs Saved last year. This, no doubt, was a key contributing factor for the pitching staff’s increased ERA. …http://www.trufan.com/blog/63416/455760/DEE-FENCE

by NESN Video on Jan 14, 2010 9:08:23 AM It may be the offseason for Red Sox fans, but Terry Francona and his coaching staff are already in the full swing of things. With pitchers and catchers set to report in a month, there’s plenty of work to be done …http://www.nesn.com/2010/01/terry-francona-calls-mike-lowell-situation-a-tough-d

When the subject of the 2010 offense comes up, the Red Sox [team stats] talk about defense and pitching. It’s not hard to see why. The defense is a lock to be better next season, and the overall pitching looks pretty …http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/baseball/red_sox/view/20100115offense_must_ho

As Red Sox [team stats] managers go, Terry Francona is enjoying an almost Menino-like tenure. He is about to enter his seventh season as the skipper of this nine, second only to Joe Cronin (13 seasons) in club history, which means he’s …http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/columnists/view/20100115its_a_lot_to_ask_of_t

JohnLackey joined the Big Show Thursday afternoon to discuss his addition to the top of the Red Sox rotation. Lackey talked about the possibility of being the third starter behind Josh Beckett and Jon Lester and the prospect of pitching …http://fullcount.weei.com/sports/boston/baseball/red-sox/2010/01/14/lackey-on-th

Three years and counting, and the Red Sox are still trying to find a way to get through to Daisuke Matsuzaka. They say all the right things and they certainly try to do the right things, but just a month from spring training, …http://www.patriotledger.com/sports/x1530319045/Communicating-with-Matsuzaka-sti

BOSTON — Heading into the offseason it was clear the Red Sox wanted to bolster their pitching staff, especially the starting rotation. From ownership down through the ranks, pitching was a priority. After general manager Theo Epstein …http://www.projo.com/redsox/content/Red_Sox_pitching_lackey_farrell_01-15-10_1IH

About usf, coach skip holtz, coach south florida football, east carolina

jwerger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:34:35 +0000

Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Bud Foster has been an assistant coach for 29 seasons, and if he truly aspires to wear the big whistle, East Carolina is an ideal opportunity. The Pirates’ job opened today with Skip Holtz’s departure to South …http://www.dailypress.com/sports/spt_bud_0114,0,2324411.hyperlink

The man who guided the Pirates football team for five seasons and led ECU into the national rankings, to four straight bowl games and to two Conference USA championships confirmed Thursday afternoon he accepted the head coaching …http://www.rockymounttelegram.com/sports/holtz-leaving-east-carolina-15240

Tampa, Florida- Skip Holtz arrived in Tampa a little after eight o’clock on Thursday night ready to take on his job as the new leader of USF Football. "I am very excited about the opportunity to become the head football coach at USF and to begin the …http://www.wtsp.com/sports/story.aspx?storyid=122613&catid=4

AP Skip Holtz is leaving East Carolina to take over as coach at South Florida. Team spokesman Tom McClellan says Holtz informed the team of his decision in a meeting Thursday afternoon. AOL FanHouse was first to report the hiring. …http://www.thesunnews.com/sports/story/1261525.html

Head coach Skip Holtz of the East Carolina Pirates watches during a game in late 2009. He is reported to be leaving to coach the South Florida Bulls. (Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) East Carolina Coach Skip Hotlz is set to leave the …http://www.theepochtimes.com/n2/content/view/28012/

After leading East Carolina to back-to-back Conference USA football titles and four straight bowl berths, Skip Holtz will depart Greenville to become head coach at South Florida. Holtz cited family ties in Florida as a primary factor …http://bonesville.net/Articles/OtherArticles/Bonesville/Bonesville_Football/2010

TAMPA – Skip Holtz signed a five-year, $9.1-million contract Thursday afternoon to become the second coach in the history of the USF football program. Holtz will earn $1.7 million annually in the first two seasons of …http://www2.tbo.com/content/2010/jan/14/holtz-signs-usf-contract/

This isn’t a day to quibble or wonder what might have been. Skip Holtz is an excellent hire as the new football coach at the University of South Florida. There were other candidates for the job, and they were good …http://www2.tbo.com/content/2010/jan/15/sp-hiring-of-holtz-sets-a-new-tone-for-u

It’s official. Skip Holtz is the new South Florida football coach, leaving East Carolina. That’s going to create a bitter rivalry if and when East Carolina ever joins the Big East Conference. ECU fans take their football seriously and their school must …http://uoflcardgame.com/skip-holtz-to-south-florida/12831

TAMPA — After a week of uncertainty following Jim Leavitt’s firing, USF’s football players welcomed the comfort of knowing who their head coach is when East Carolinacoach Skip Holtz was announced as Leavitt’s …http://www.tampabay.com/sports/college/usf-bulls-football-players-glad-search-fo

About vikings, dallas, cowboys, game, adrian peterson, team

sbiar — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:34:25 +0000

The Vikings were well-represented on the Associated Press All-Pro team that was released Thursday. The Vikings led the NFL with four players: running back Adrian Peterson, …http://www.startribune.com/sports/vikings/81616487.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqy

The Cowboys and Vikings became major forces in the 1970s. Only one other franchise (Washington, 1972) represented the NFC in the Super Bowl from 1969-78. In that 10-year span, the Cowboys played in five Super …http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/football/cowboys/stories/011510d

Several Vikings have ties to Texas, including RB Adrian Peterson, but on Sunday they will be putting their boyhood biases aside and hoping to beat the team they one rooted for. See the different levels of fandom a few Vikings had for the …http://min.scout.com/2/937823.html

IRVING, Texas – No matter the opponent, no matter the game or the circumstances, and really, no matter the level of play, if you ask a head coach the key to stopping an offense, the answer rarely changes. Stop the run. Plain and simple. …http://www.dallascowboys.com/news/news.cfm?id=2FC09661-B324-0E19-A5E96685F02DDA5

The Dallas Morning News’ Rick Gosselin, one of the best NFL writers in the business, reported that the league has assigned Walt Anderson’s officiating crew to work the Vikings-Cowboys divisional playoff game on Sunday. This could prove to be bad news …http://www.startribune.com/sports/vikings/blogs/81515212.html?elr=KArksi8cyaiUnc

Peterson was a youngster when Emmitt Smith, Michael Irvin and the rest of the crew returned the Cowboys to the top of the league and won three Super Bowls in the 1990s. Peterson dreamed of one day donning the famed star on his …http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D9D7NKUO0.html

The Cowboys have spoken all week about the momentum they carry into Sunday’s game at Minnesota. But they also understand a hot team can go cold quick. No one said it better than linebacker Bobby Carpenter. "When you put together a nice stretch of games …http://cowboysblog.dallasnews.com/archives/2010/01/cowboys-hot-but-vikings-can-h

The Vikings led all NFL teams with four players being voted to the Associated Press All-Pro team, which was announced Thursday. The Vikings earned some more postseason honors Thursday, as they led the NFL with four players being selected …http://min.scout.com/2/937804.html

Adrian Peterson finished fifth in the NFL this season with 1383 yards rushing. His 18 touchdowns were No. 1 in the league. His 43 receptions more than doubled his previous career high. But despite these figures, there seems to be a feeling among some …http://www.startribune.com/sports/vikings/blogs/81600332.html

What happened to the game’s most dominant running back?The Minnesota Vikings used to be the property of a young running back from Palestine, Texas. Drafted seventh in 2007, Adrian Peterson instantly became the teams’ most important …http://www.postbulletin.com/newsmanager/templates/localnews_story.asp?z=22&a=433

About giants defensive coordinator, coach perry fewell, bears, new defensive coordinator, bills coach

ewong — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:34:13 +0000

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Buffalo Bills interim coach Perry Fewell has been hired as the New York Giants’ defensive coordinator. Fewell picked the Giants over the Bears. Giants rookie defensive coordinator Bill Sheridan was fired the day after the regular …http://www.statesman.com/sports/pro/fewell-is-giants-defensive-coordinator-17976

Giants coach Tom Coughlin’s pool of candidates to become his defensive coordinator appears to have dwindled by one. Former Bills interim coach Perry Fewell, who interviewed with Coughlin last week, likely will accept an offer to become the Bears‘ …http://www.northjersey.com/sports/81115737_Giants_lose_candidate_.html

The New York Giants are starting to explore backup options to Perry Fewell for their vacant defensive coordinator job in the event he lands elsewhere. The New York Post reports that the Giants could consider ex-Giant Pepper Johnson or …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/bears-giants-need-fewell-backup-opt

Steve Mitchell/US PresswireFormer Bills interim coach Perry Fewell has been hired as the Giants’ defensive coordinator. The Giants interviewed only one defensive coordinator candidate in person. …http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2010/01/ny_giants_officially_hire_perr.html

Perry Fewell has decided to bypass the Bears and accept an offer to become defensive coordinator of the New York Giants, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. All Bears news delivered to your mailbox on Friday and Monday mornings. Sign up here. …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/report-perry-fewell-chooses-giants-

Roughly 10 days after firing their defensive coordinator, the New York Giants appear to have found their man. Perry Fewell, who served as the interim head coach for the Buffalo Bills for the final seven games of the 2009 season, will reportedly accept …http://nfl.fanhouse.com/2010/01/14/perry-fewell-to-become-giants-defensive-coord

Perry Fewell will replace the dismissed Bill Sheridan as defensive coordinator of the Giants, the team announced Thursday night. Fewell, 47, was the interim coach of the Buffalo Bills for the last seven games after the firing of Dick …http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/15/sports/football/15nfl.html

According to the Chicago Tribune, Perry Fewell is currently negotiating with both the Bears and the Giants regarding their defensive coordinator openings. The Trib insists that Fewell is not waiting on the Bills’ head coaching job despite reports to …http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=NFL&id

Perhaps trying to quiet another interesting coaching rumor, the Giants officially announced Fewell as their next defensive coordinator. Fewell’s decision means that Chicago is back to square one in their defensive coordinator search. …http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/01/14/giants-make-fewell-hire-official

Fewell led the Bills to a 3-4 finish after Dick Jauron was fired in November. He will replace Bill Sheridan, fired last week after one season as Giants’ coordinator. "My expectation is that he will solidify and unify our defense and be an outstanding …http://content.usatoday.com/communities/thehuddle/post/2010/01/giants-name-ex-bi

About troy merritt, ernie els, pga tour, rickie fowler, sony

aandrews — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:34:00 +0000

Join Rick Young for what’s new and what’s happening in the world of golf equipment and business. Tuesday afternoon rookie whiz kid Rickie Fowler held court via teleconference from Hawaii. With the back end of 2009 plagued by Tiger Woods verbiage, …http://scoregolf.com/blog/rick-young/2010/January/Rickie-Fowler-Conference-Call.

JOHN BUSH: We would like to welcome Ernie Els into the interview room, a two time champion of the Sony Open in Hawaii. Ernie, welcome back, just get some comments on the state of your game and your preparations for the week. ERNIE ELS: The state of my …http://www.pgatour.com/2010/tournaments/r006/01/13/wednesday.transcript.els/

JOHN BUSH: We have Troy Merritt with us here in the interview room at the Sony Open in Hawaii after a 5 under par 65. Troy, a great start to the season for you, if we can get some comments on your day. TROY MERRITT: Well, it was obviously my first …http://www.pgatour.com/2010/tournaments/r006/01/14/thursday.transcript.merritt/

Ernie Els will focus on the PGA Tour and America in a bid to improve his flagging fortunes. The 40-year South African has slipped down to number 17 in the world after his failure to win a tournament since March 2008. The three-time Major champion is …http://www.sportbox.tv/golf/news/story.php?id=301392

Rickie Fowler has been getting a lot of press lately, with features in the most recent issues of Golf and Golf Digest magazines. The boyish 21-year-old Californian, who loves motocross almost as much as golf, has made it look easy so far in his budding …http://www.cybergolf.com/golf_news/fowler_not_far_from_breakthrough_win

HONOLULU, Hawaii — The Sony Open, the first full-field US PGA Tour event of 2010, starts Thursday, and veteran Ernie Els said he was feeling the thrill of a new season as much as the four tour rookies who will tee it up. "When you have a love of the …http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5iIBWMT1GrTi17Kk7bN0AXCn4igrw

You have to like, or, at the least, be comforted, by the way PGA Tour rookie Rickie Fowler explained what can only be described as Instant Rickie Fowler Overload. "I don’t make the decisions — if it’s deserved or not," he said this week, …http://golf.fanhouse.com/2010/01/14/does-rickie-fowler-have-eye-of-tiger/

Troy Merritt signed for a 5-under-par 32-33=65 after his opening round of the Sony Open. Traditionally, rookies don’t fare well at Waialae, but Merritt could break the mold if he keeps it up. The Q School medalist dropped six birdies and had just one …http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=GOL&id

Ernie Els is looking for his third-career win at Waialae, where he was victorious in 2003 and 2004. PGATOUR.COM’s The Live Report has all the news and notes from the Sony Open in Hawaii, and we’ll be providing updates all day long for each round, …http://www.pgatour.com/2010/tournaments/r006/01/14/live.report.sony/

John Merrick snuck in late with a 5-under-par 33-32=65 in his opening round of the Sony Open, becoming the sixth to share the overnight lead. Merrick missed just two GIR and buried six birdies at Waialae today. In 10 previous rounds at the host course, …http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=GOL&id

About chicago bulls, luol deng, boston celtics, bulls lead celtics

nmerced — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:32:15 +0000

BOSTON — Celtics fans might be growing tired of losing, but the Celtics are just plain tired and losing. The Bulls handed the weary, short-handed Celtics their second consecutive home loss, 96-83, last night at the Garden. …http://www.telegram.com/article/20100114/NEWS/100119821/1009/SPORTS

The Chicago Bulls remain a team resting on the verge of greatness, and one of the main obstacles holding them back from being a legitimate mainstay amongst the playoff contenders is their inability to get past the Celtics. …http://www.betus.com/sports-betting/nba-basketball/free_picks/nba-eastern-confer

BOSTON — The Bulls have talked all season about needing to finish games better. Here’s another chance. They take a 70-63 lead over the Celtics into the fourth quarter Thursday night at TD Banknorth Garden. Luol Deng has 20 points, …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/celtics-cut-into-bulls-lead.html

BOSTON, Jan. 14 (UPI) — Luol Deng helped Chicago race to an early 13-point lead Thursday and the Bulls spent the rest of the game hanging on to defeat Boston 96-83. Chicago won on the road for just the fourth time this year but the Bulls have captured …http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2010/01/14/NBA-Chicago-96-Boston-83/UPI-242512635

More photos » Charles Krupa – AP Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, right, reaches as he tries to block a shot by Boston Celtics forward Brian Scalabrine during the first half of their NBA …http://www.celticsblog.com/2010/1/14/1252298/celtics-run-over-by-bulls

AP CHICAGO—Joakim Noah had 20 points and nine rebounds, and Kirk Hinrich had 20 points and seven assists to lead the Chicago Bulls past the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-96 on Saturday night. Reserve John Salmons scored 14 points and rookie Taj Gibson had …http://www.mercurynews.com/warriors/ci_14188267

So far this year the Bulls have not even been a challenge to the Celtics. Boston has crushed them at home, as well as on the road, winning both by 20+ points. The Celtics can not sleep on this team, though, because they brought them to 7 games last …http://hardwoodhoudini.com/2010/01/14/chicago-bulls-boston-celtics-preview/comme

By ROBERT LEE BOSTON — Chicago let Boston know right from the opening tip that this time around, the Bulls were not going to be intimidated by the mighty Celtics. Unlike the previous two games this season, which Boston won by 28 and 26 points, …http://www.projo.com/celtics/content/Cetlics_Bulls_01-15-10_1IH4E6H_v5.3dd061e.h

BOSTON – The Bulls are in Boston to battle the Celtics tonight at TD Banknorth Garden. It’s the first of back-to-back games for the Bulls, who host Washington tomorrow night. Chicago has won two in-a-row on the heels of a three-game skid following a …http://www.wjbdradio.com/index.php?f=sports&sub=single&id=6815

BOSTON — Luol Deng’s 25 points led a solid Bulls effort in a 96-83 road victory Thursday night against the Celtics. Joakim Noah added 15 points and 11 rebounds for the Bulls, who led from 4-2 onward. The Bulls began a stretch of 10 of …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/bulls-knock-off-celtics.html

About spokane, johnny weir, figure skating championships, olympic skating

aandrews — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:32:04 +0000

AP National Writer Evan Lysacek practices his routine in preparation for the US Figure Skating Championships on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, in Spokane, Wash. The event begins on Friday, Jan. 15. Evan Lysacek practices his routine in …http://www.charlotteobserver.com/134/story/1181400.html

AP SPOKANE, Wash. — Evan Lysacek says the results at the national championships aren’t as important as testing out changes he’s made to his programs. The reigning world champion has made some big changes to his free skate since winning the Grand Prix …http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/wire?section=oly&id=4827138

FILE – In this Dec. 5, 2009, file photo, Kim Yu-na of South Korea performs on her way to winning the gold medal in the ladies free skating event at the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final in Tokyo. In most Olympic years, the best American female …http://espn.go.com/espn/apphoto/photo?photoId=2430153&sportId=3000

Following a series of ups and downs, Johnny Weir is now focused on making his Olympic dreams come true in Vancouver. That’s quite a change from last year when the eccentric American figure skater considered quitting the sport after he failed to make …http://www.universalsports.com/news/article/newsid=389771.html

Most Olympic years, you’d know more about America’s top female figure skater than you do some family members. She’d have better air time on NBC than Jay Leno; OK, maybe not the best comparison these days. …http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/sports/wire/story/973778.html

Figure skater Brandon Mroz of Oakville is preparing for the Olympic trials that begin Friday in Spokane, Wash. Mroz, 19, won the silver medal in the US Figure Skating Championships last year in his first senior competition, and his coach …http://www.stltoday.com/blogzone/the-birds-nest/birds-nest/2010/01/whats-the-bir

Johnny Weir isn’t buying the hype about the quad toe loop, an eye-popping, four-rotation jump that has turned figure skating upside down, with the possibility of high scores and a climb toward the podium as well as downgraded marks and a tumble into …http://www.gazette.com/sports/skating-92319-debate-figure.html

The event that will probably determine who is going to the Olympics will drag over two weekends, with three dark days in the middle, to satisfy NBC’s programming demands. Olympic hopeful Johnny Weir sits on the ice after he stumbled during a training …http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-us-figure-skating15-2010jan15,0,5370628.stor

AP SPOKANE, Wash. — Get ready for your close-ups, Evan, Jeremy and all the rest of you guys. And no, we’re not talking about Johnny Weir’s new reality show. It’s the men, not the women, who are the star attraction at this year’s US Figure Skating …http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/wire?section=oly&id=4826501

SPOKANE, Wash. — While other skaters anxiously went about their preparations for this weekend’s national championships, Evan Lysacek seemed so confident of a spot on the US Olympic team that it’s a wonder he isn’t already lined up outside the stadium …http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/blog/index?entryID=4827642&name=winterolympics

About columbus blue jackets, chicago blackhawks, huet

tcarter — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:31:42 +0000

As we’ve discussed, the Blackhawks are headed towards a summer with a lot of questions. Many analysts have already written about the Hawks needing to cut payroll off their 2010-’11 cap number to put a full team on the ice next year. …http://bleacherreport.com/articles/325463-could-buying-out-cristobal-huet-save-t

The Chicago Blackhawks got some needed rest this week, allowing star winger Marian Hossa time to heal. The Blackhawks won’t catch many breaks the rest of this month, but they are expected to have Hossa back for their final January home game Thursday …http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/gamecenter/preview/NHL_20100114_CLB@CHI/blue-jacket

So the Blackhawks had their first two-game losing streak since November last weekend, after rolling to 5 straight victories, giving up a 4-goal lead in Minnesota to lose 6-5 in a shootout, then running into a hot goalie and successful trap for a rare …http://gapersblock.com/tailgate/2010/01/what-me-worry.php

Chicago, IL (Sports Network) – Cristobal Huet made 24 saves for his fourth shutout of the season, as the Chicago Blackhawks took a 3-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in the front end of a home-and-home series. Brian Campbell, Duncan Keith and …http://scoreboards.canoe.ca/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=canoe&page=nhl/scores/final/W12

It was a groin issue that sidelined Blackhawks winger Marian Hossa for Sunday’s 3-1 loss to the Ducks. The veteran will be back in the lineup tonight when the Hawks look to snap a two-game losing skid as they host the Blue Jackets at the …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/blackhawks-hossa-recovered-from-gro

There’s no better way to prepare for a long road trip than to win your last game at home. It’s not that Thursday’s clash with Columbus at the United Center is a must-win game for the Blackhawks, but it’s big one for a number of reasons. …http://blogs.dailyherald.com/node/3246

Here’s the problem with heightened expectations: Lose a couple of hockey games and a sense of doom sets in among the faithful. That’s exactly what has happened with some Blackhawks fans after a lost weekend during which the Hawks coughed up a big lead …http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks/chi-14-kuc-blackhawks-chi

A rocket from Dustin Byfuglien has given the Blackhawks a 2-0 lead over the Blue Jackets after two periods Thursday night at the United Center. Byfuglien took a pass from John Madden and rifled a one-timer from the top of the left circle …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/blackhawks-extend-lead-over-blue-ja

CHICAGO — Cristobal Huet got his fourth shutout of the season and the Chicago Blackhawks scored a goal in each period Thursday night to end their modest two-game losing streak with a 3-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. …http://www.google.com/hostednews/canadianpress/article/ALeqM5hZHtycrNWW2m5PVwjU2

The Blackhawks play their final home game of the month tonight when they take on the Blue Jackets at the United Center. The Hawks will leave Thursday for an eight-game road trip and won’t play again at home until Feb 3 against the Blues. …http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/01/blackhawks-set-to-tangle-with-blue-

About winnik, phoenix coyotes, new jersey devils, nhl

bwassenger — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:31:27 +0000

Daniel Winnik, collecting a pass from Vernon Fiddler, knocked the puck off Martin Brodeur’s right skate just as he was getting slashed across the face. The third-period goal helped trigger a 4-3 victory over the …http://www.azcentral.com/sports/coyotes/articles/2010/01/14/20100114spt-coyotes-

By Sports Network There isn’t much left for New Jersey Devils netminder Martin Brodeur to accomplish in the NHL, so he might just have to settle with leading his team to another Stanley Cup championship. Brodeur could be in line for his 24th straight …http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/hockey/hockey-wires/story/1424859.html

Glendale, AZ (Sports Network) – Daniel Winnik and Zbynek Michalek scored 1:16 apart in the third period, as the Phoenix Coyotes edged the New Jersey Devils, 4-3, at Jobing.com Arena. Matthew Lombardi and Peter Mueller also tallied for the Coyotes, …http://content.usatoday.com/sportsdata/hockey/nhl/game/Devils_Coyotes/2010/01/14

GLENDALE, Ariz., Jan. 14 (UPI) — Daniel Winnik and Zbynek Michalek scored third-period goals Thursday, lifting the Phoenix Coyotes to a 4-3 victory over New Jersey. The Coyotes got the best of superstar goaltender Martin Brodeur, who had posted four …http://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2010/01/14/NHL-Phoenix-4-New-Jersey-3/UPI-8711126

There’s a familiar cliché in the world of hockey that equates an impenetrable goaltender, a net-minder making seemingly impossible saves, as “standing on his head.” This, of course, is a cleverly concocted metaphor. No one — not even the most chiseled …http://bleacherreport.com/articles/325855-big-man-on-hippocampus

NHL – Tonight at NHL scheduled games with the leading temas New Jersey Devils and Phoenix Coyotes will play live from the jobing.com Arena. This is the only meeting for the two teams so watch the game live as the Coyotes will try to bounce back form …http://www.buzzybloggers.com/sports/1257/nhl-new-jersey-devils-vs-phoenix-coyote

Ross D. Franklin/Associated PressThe Coyotes’ Peter Mueller scores against Martin Brodeur in the first period of Phoenix’ 4-3 win over the Devils in Glendale, Arizona.GLENDALE, Ariz. – With goalie Martin Brodeur just one …http://www.nj.com/devils/index.ssf/2010/01/nj_devils_fall_to_phoenix_coyo.html

Previews: Here’s Fischer’s (now with 100% more insight from Odin Mercer of Five For Howling), and check out Five For Howling, which gave me literally the only information I know of the 2009-10 Coyotes. I’m an empty canvas on this team, haven’t seen …http://www.inlouwetrust.com/2010/1/14/1250674/game-45-devils-at-phoenix-coyotes

The Devils faced the Phoenix Coyotes Thursday night at Jobing.com Arena as they continued their road trip. Peter Morgan/APMartin Brodeur was looking for hsi 30th win of the season Thursday night. Martin Brodeur was in net …http://www.nj.com/devils/index.ssf/2010/01/nj_devils-phoenix_coyotes_as_t.html

There are 12 games in the NHL schedule Thursday night, but perhaps the most intriguing is the one that will take place at Jobing.com Arena. The New Jersey Devils, who won an epic 1-0 shootout against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on …http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=513550

About basketball, sun devils, oregon, arizona game, arizona thursday, beavers

sbiar — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:31:12 +0000

By Sports Network / The Sports Network Rihards Kuksiks scored a game-high 25 points to lead the Arizona State Sun Devils to a 76-57 win over the Oregon Ducks in a Pac-10 Conference showdown at McArthur Court. Ty Abbott also added 16 points for the Sun …http://www.adn.com/24hour/sports/college/mens/basketball/story/1094131.html

CORVALLIS, Ore. — Lute Olson will be the honorary captain for Arizona on Saturday at Oregon. But he made a weekend of it by attending tonight’s game at Oregon State, the first UA road game he’s attended. I asked Olson if he had either good or bad …http://regulus2.azstarnet.com/blogs/pascoe/17884/osu-game-thread

CORVALLIS – Oregon State sophomore Lathen Wallace made a three-point shot from deep in the left corner with 1.1 seconds left to give the Beavers a come-from-behind 67-64 win over Arizona at Gill Coliseum on Thursday night. …http://www.registerguard.com/csp/cms/sites/web/updates/24356145-55/beavers-arizo

GAME NOTES: The Arizona Wildcats will confront their road woes when they visit Gill Coliseum in Corvallis to take on the Oregon State Beavers in a Pac-10 Conference clash. Dating back to the beginning of last season, the Wildcats have gone 3-12 on the …http://www.abc15.com/sports/cbaskm/game.aspx?sched=47151

Reported by: AP TEMPE — Danielle Orsillo scored 17 points and Arizona State held the Pac-10’s highest scoring team to its second-lowest point total of the year in a 73-68 victory over Oregon on Thursday night. Becca Tobin added 12 points for the Sun …http://www.abc15.com/content/sports/asu/story/ASU-Women-shut-down-high-scoring-O

ASU update: The Sun Devils have limited the opposition to 33.6 percent shooting, including 17.6 percent from 3-point range, in the past three games. Offensively, ASU has gone to a motion offense that relies on few, if any, set plays. …http://www.azcentral.com/sports/asu/articles/2010/01/14/20100114-asu-oregon-bask

The No. 23 Arizona State University wrestling team (4-4, 3-0 Pac-10) returns to the road this weekend to participate in the 2010 Lone Star Duals in Arlington, Texas, where the Sun Devils will face Harvard (2-3-1), Air Force (1-3-0) and Utah Valley …http://asunews.asu.edu/20100114_Wrestling_LoneStar_Duals

Arizona State led from its opening possession Thursday night in handing Oregon a 76-57 defeat in McArthur Court. It was the second consecutive home game in which the Ducks (10-6 overall, 2-2 in the Pac-10) never held a lead. …http://www.registerguard.com/csp/cms/sites/web/updates/24356134-55/points-oregon

CORVALLIS, Ore. — Stuck in a rut early against Oregon State’s unconventional zone defense, Arizona rallied from a 13-point deficit to trail the Beavers 33-29 at halftime tonight at Gill Coliseum. OSU raced to an early 14-3 lead, …http://www.azstarnet.com/sports/325281

(01-13) 21:54 PST — For those who make Pac-10 football an autumnal passion, it was a shock to the system when Oregon played Oregon State for the right to play in the Rose Bowl. Should the two teams stage an encore next year, it won’t be the least bit …http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/01/14/SP091BHR40.DTL

About golden globes awards, ricky gervais show, hosting

bgonzalez — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:30:54 +0000

Coming Down Under … funny man Ricky Gervais. Source: AP RICKY Gervais is on a roll, with the creator of The Office to host next week’s Golden Globes on the back of his new film The Invention Of Lying. Now he is planning a world tour to take his …http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/confidential/ricky-gervais-coming-to-a

As the funnyman’s global domination continues, the comedy star has announced his first world tour. And it will rival shows by the world’s biggest rock acts. Gervais said he would perform stand-up gigs in about 20 countries, with shows already announced …http://www.heraldsun.com.au/entertainment/tv/the-office-star-ricky-gervais-plans

He’s been the spice of many recent award shows, but now, Ricky Gervais is the main course. telecast of the 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards on Sunday, Jan. 17. selection that way … or hopes he is, anyway, as he indicated in a Q: Had they been after …http://www.thesudburystar.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2260853

Sure, there have been a few awards shows already. But the Big Three are the Golden Globe Awards, the Screen Actors Guild Awards and, of course, Hollywood’s biggest night, the Oscars. So, Awards season, with a capital A, doesn’t truly …http://www.mankatofreepress.com/features/local_story_013144028.html

Sunday- For the first time ever the Golden Globes are Live to all time zones at 8pm ET/5pm PT with host Ricky Gervais on NBC. Watch as Hollywood comes together for the biggest party of the year to honor the best in film and TV. …http://www.ktiv.com/Global/story.asp?S=11816043

Ricky Gervais knows how to create award-winning comedies. But can the co-creator of The Office and Extras make a success out of hosting the Golden Globes? Three days before his first stint hosting one of Hollywood’s biggest awards shows, …http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/01/15/2793408.htm?section=entertainment

The forty-eight-year-old comedian is scheduled to perform a series of stand-up gigs in 20 countries, including gigs in America and the United Kingdom. Sell-out crowds in the UK last year have confirmed his popularity. Gervais, creator and main …http://www.banmoco.co.uk/ricky-gervais-schedules-world-comedy-tour-35270/

Ricky Gervais will now bring his latest stand-up show: Science to the capital, with two dates announced in April. The 48-year-old comedian will perform at Wembley Arena on 26th and 27th April before jetting back to the US for two more gigs at Madison …http://www.ordoh.com/?p=1976

Everyone talks about the chumminess, the loose-lip-ness, the mixing/mingling of television and films stars. We like to watch winners slooowly make their way to the stage around all those tables. No straight aisles to gallop down. …http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Weekend-Golden-Globes-Asian-Amer

Even if you aren’t blown away by the nominees for this year’s Golden Globe Awards, the telecast usually offers an entertaining view of tipsy celebrities shoved into a tiny ballroom. This year’s festivities include a big bonus: host Ricky Gervais, …http://content.usatoday.com/communities/popcandy/post/2010/01/get-ready-for-the-

About creator simon fuller, new company, entertainment, ckx, idol creator

pbenton — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:30:33 +0000

Simon Fuller, the man behind the Spice Girls, American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance, has left 19 Entertainment and launched a new outfit outside of 19 parent company CKX. Fuller’s new company, with an as-yet undisclosed name, will still have a …http://www.c21media.net/news/detail.asp?area=74&article=53739

The offstage turmoil around “American Idol” continues to grow as Simon Fuller, chief executive of 19 Entertainment and the creator of “American Idol,” is expected to announce soon that he is starting a new company to pursue film and other entertainment…http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/14/idol-creator-plans-to-start-new-bus

Simon Fuller, creator of "American Idol" and founder of 19 Entertainment, has signed a new deal with CKX to continue as exec producer of the Fox powerhouse while also launching an entertainment shingle. Fuller will remain exec producer …http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118013785?categoryId=14&cs=1

Simon Fuller, creator of the Spice Girls pop group and US reality show American Idol, was robbed of more than $100 000 (about R740 000) in cash and jewellery while on holiday in Uruguay, El Pais said this week. The items found missing included a watch, …http://www.capeargus.co.za/?fArticleId=5312827

NEW YORK, Jan. 14 (UPI) — CKX says it has struck a deal with Simon Fuller that will allow the "American Idol" creator and producer to start a new entertainment company. CKX said its pact with Fuller, founder and chief executive officer of 19 …http://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/Music/2010/01/14/Idol-creator-starting-up-

Simon Fuller, creator of the Spice Girls pop group and US reality show “American Idol,” was robbed of more than 100000 dollars in cash and jewellery while vacationing in Uruguay. The newspaper El Pais said Fuller and his wife, interior designer Natalie …http://www.sowetan.co.za/Entertainment/Article.aspx?id=1104176

NEW YORK — Simon Fuller, founder of 19 Entertainment, and 19’s parent company CKX have agreed to a long-term deal to keep the "American Idol" creator and executive producer involved in the firm’s key shows, while freeing him up to …http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/news/e3i45e69997d0a6aeab7fe5

CKX Inc. (CKXE) has reached an agreement with Simon Fuller–creator of Britain’s "Pop Idol" and the US version, "American Idol"–for him to remain producing some of CKX’s hit shows in exchange for a share of profit. Fuller will continue to produce …http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20100114-704865.html

First, Simon Cowell announced he was leaving his job as judge on the hit Fox show. Now Fuller is parting ways with CKX Inc., which owns 19 Entertainment, producer of "American Idol" and Fox’s "So You Think You Can Dance. …http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-ct-idol15-2010jan15,0,6113112.story

Simon Fuller, who launched the Spice Girls and Pop Idol, is to launch a new entertainment company. The TV guru – one of the most powerful figures in the entertainment world and estimated to be worth around £300 million – had been expected to step up to …http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5h725GINXMp4nFd-YkBPxUjOLK

About lindsay lohan sex tape, alleged sex tape, sex video

bgonzalez — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:30:16 +0000

Lindsay Lohan has been rocked by rumours that an alleged ’sex tape’ in which she reportedly features is being touted around Hollywood for a fee of £100000. According to US gossips, the alleged 47 second clip features a naked woman engaging in an ‘adult …http://www.metro.co.uk/showbiz/808971-waiter-trying-to-flog-100k-lindsay-lohan-s

Lindsay Lohan may be fearful that an old sex tape is about to surface on the internet, but she put up a brave front last night. The 23-year-old actress went bra-less in a blouse that was slashed almost to her waist as she arrived at …http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1243132/Lindsay-Lohan-puts-amid-cla

Lindsay Lohan swore off boyfriends in 2010 and she meant it, because she was recently spotted all over a "very young-looking model type girl" at a Hollywood hotspot! Photo Credit: Splash News January 13, 2010, (Sawf News) – Lindsay Lohan swore off …http://www.sawfnews.com/Gossip/62221.aspx

Actor Linsay Lohan is said to be devastated at the news of an alleged sex tape doing the rounds in LA. Mean Girls star Linsay Lohan is said to be devastated at the news of an alleged sex tape doing the rounds in LA. The actor is currently bracing for …http://www.bigpondnews.com/articles/Entertainment/2010/01/15/Lohan_fearful_of_se

Apologies. We know it was our New Year’s resolution not to write about Lindsay Lohan this year, but since we know you’ve probably already stopped going to the gym every morning, in solidarity we will break our promise as well. Plus, the lady allegedly …http://www.metro.us/us/article/2010/01/15/06/0123-82/index.xml

Posted by Porsche Simpson on Jan 14th, 2010 and filed under Celebrity Garbage. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry Lindsay Lohan was almost on a roll to redeeming her bad …http://blog.reelloop.com/6094/celeb/lindsay-lohan-sex-tape/

Lindsay Lohan popped up (and out, almost) at a party last night at club Voyeur in West Hollywood. Carmen Electra was also there and we almost didn’t recognize her. Click on "Read more" to see her photo. … Legendary singer Teddy Pendergrass, …http://content.usatoday.com/communities/entertainment/post/2010/01/lindsay-lohan

There’s so much existing juicy smut in the world, from Tiger Woods to the backstage dealings on The Bachelor. Why add Lindsay Lohan to the mix when the mix is already brimming with tarts and tawdriness? The disgruntled starlet exclusively tells E! …http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/b162205_lindsay_lohan_not_girl_on_sex-tape_film.

Poor poor little Lindsay Lohan has been reported as scared and devastated that her sex tape video may leak online because in her sex tape Lindsay Lohan is allegedly performing naughty sexual acts not meant to be seen on camera! Lohan is bracing herself …http://www.hiphoprx.com/2010/01/14/lindsay-lohan-real-sex-tape-leak-scandal-pics

Having not made a movie any sane being could endure in almost three years, Lindsay Lohan now has a new video preparing to debut which she’s hoping will sink without trace. A 47-second video of Lohan performing a sex act with a mystery man… …http://www.hotmommagossip.com/2010/01/14/lindsay-lohan-involved-in-alleged-sex-t

About bachelor jake, contestant rozlyn papa, elmore, producer ryan callahan

mcampbell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:29:55 +0000

On Monday night, we all watched what would probably turn out to be the most interesting 10 minutes of the most boring season ever of “The Bachelor,” when Rozlyn Papa was outed for having an “affair” with a staff member. Are we at all surprised? …http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-rozlyn-papa-is-a-thief-and-other-reality-show-

The Bachelor producer who had an affair with contestant Rozlyn Papa has been identified as Ryan Callahan. A source claims Callahan cheated on his girlfriend, who also worked on the show, with Papa. The woman, who has not been identified, broke up with …http://www.transworldnews.com/NewsStory.aspx?id=157270&cat=2

A picture of Ryan Callahan still wearing his wedding ring is circulating around along with the claim that he had a girlfriend when the affair occurred. Finally, the identity of the producer that got Rozlyn Papa and himself in the hot water against the …http://www.aceshowbiz.com/news/view/00030102.html

UsMagazine.com says it has a photo of The Bachelor producer who contestant Rozlyn Papa supposedly had an "inappropriate relationship" with. You can take a look at the guy here, as well as the back and forth allegations of whether sex was involved. …http://thestar.blogs.com/realitycheck/2010/01/more-bachelor-stuff.html

Bryan How bad he can get. She should think of his family, his wife and kids before doing so… Nathan Oh god. I’m already sensing a new trend. Good for guys, because all the women will wa… Jenny Kaye every girl dreams to have the body of Heidi Klum. …http://www.celebritygossipshow.com/2010/01/14/bachelor-jake-pavelka-convinced-co

ABC has released a deleted scene from Monday’s scandalous Bachelor episode, during which contestant Rozlyn Papa was eliminated for an "inappropriate relationship" with a show producer (which she is now actively denying). The scene shows the other women …http://www.buddytv.com/articles/the-bachelor/bachelor-deleted-scene-rozlyn-33735

This season, on The Bachelor, Ashley Elmore will be remembered as the girl who dressed up like a sexy pilot to get Jake Pavelka’s attention. She grabbed his attention (and a rose) on the first night but the connection just wasn’t there …http://www.realitywanted.com/newsitem/2780-the-bachelor-on-the-wings-of-love-con

Before the Bachelor scandal broke and Ryan Callahan was fired from his top producing job on the Bachelor, it seems he was already going through a bad run of luck – especially when it came to love. RadarOnline.com has exclusively learned that Callahan’s …http://www.radaronline.com/exclusives/2010/01/exclusive-wife-files-divorce-again

After seeing Callahan’s pic, um, let’s just say that it is obvious that she did NOT cheat on him. After the whole scandal broke I have heard from numerous people that what Rozlyn Papa says is true: she did NOT have sexual relations with The Bachelor …http://www.fashion.ie/aggregator/gossip/238975-ryan-callahan-bachelor-producer-p

Here’s "Bachelor" Jake Pavelka (left) — and Ryan Callahan (right), the producer who got fired after allegedly hooking up with Rozlyn. 3. Come on is there really any question here? The pilot wins hands down. 6. Jake is much hotter. …http://www.tmz.com/2010/01/14/the-bachelor-jake-pavelka-producer-ryan-callahan-w

About wife, ny1 anchor, assault, jail, anchor dominic carter sentenced

jbrontos — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:29:43 +0000

Despite all of his recent troubles, Dominc Carter had, until today, remained an employee of NY1. But on the eve of his sentencing, Carter’s employer has become his former employer. A spokeswoman for NY1 told that AP today that Carter had been on leave …http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2010/01/ny1_finally_dumps_dominic_cart.html

After being convicted of attempted assault against his wife, political reporter Dominic Carter has been sentenced to one month in jail and barred from seeing his spouse for two years. Ramapo Town Justice Arnold Etelson called the former NY1 anchor "the …http://gothamist.com/2010/01/14/dom_carter_sentenced_to_30_days_in.php

NY1 has booted star political journalist Dominic Carter, who is due to be sentenced today in a Rockland County court for beating his wife. Carter, who had been on leave from the cable news station since The Post revealed in October that …http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/ny_axes_wife_beat_reporter_yg607JeTydyPYQhkyM

The NY1 "Road to City Hall" anchor has been permanently cut from the show, according to a published report. Carter had been on leave since his November assault conviction for beating up his wife, but the break has become permanent, …http://www.dnainfo.com/20100113/manhattan/ny1-cuts-ties-with-dominic-carter

SUFFERN, NY (AP) – Ex-New York cable TV newsman Dominic Carter has been sentenced to 30 days in jail on an attempted assault on his wife. He also was ordered to undergo psychiatric treatment for his violent tendencies and stay away from her for up two …http://www.myfoxny.com/dpp/news/local_news/new_york_state/100114-dominic-carter-

(AP) SUFFERN, NY (AP) – Former New York City TV newsman Dominic Carter has been sentenced to 30 days in jail for the attempted assault of his wife. Carter – who was led away in handcuffs Thursday on the verge of tears – was also ordered to undergo …http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/01/14/ap/national/main6097905.shtml

Disgraced political news reporter Dominic Carter presented a "pack of lies" in court and will serve a month in jail for attempting to assault his wife, a town justice ordered Thursday. The former NY1 star displays …http://www.nydailynews.com/news/ny_crime/2010/01/14/2010-01-14_exny1_anchor_domi

SUFFERN, NY — Dominic Carter, a former political anchor for NY1 accused of beating his wife, was led away in handcuffs on Thursday as he immediately began a 30-day sentence in the Rockland County Jail. Mr. Carter, who was convicted in …http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/15/nyregion/15carter.html

Former NY1 anchor Dominic Carter was handed a 30-day jail sentence Thursday for assaulting his wife. Carter was found guilty in November of hitting and choking his wife Marilyn at their Rockland County home. NY1 had placed Carter on leave soon after …http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/01/14/dominic-carter-gets-jail_n_423705.html

Disgraced former NY1 political anchor Dominic Carter will serve 30 days in jail for choking and kicking his wife, and will be barred from being near his wife for two years if he does not undergo therapy with a psychologist who will prescribe him …http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2010/01/dominic_carter_gets_a_month_in.html

About golden globes, awards season, hollywood, award season

slabate — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:29:16 +0000

Today, more presenters at Sunday’s Golden Globes (8 pm ET, NBC) were announced — including Taylor Lautner, Amy Poehler, and Josh Brolin. They join a list that already included Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Aniston, Halle Berry, …http://popwatch.ew.com/2010/01/11/golden-globes-taylor-lautner-to-present/

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the organization behind the Golden Globes, is doing their part to help those in Haiti. The group donated $100000 to Wyclef Jean’s Yele Haiti relief fund and the awards show’s gifting suite, Hollywood Helping …http://www.etonline.com/awards/goldenglobes/2010/2010/01/82916/

Yes, awards season is upon us, with the Big Kahuna the Academy Awards taking place March 7. But the season of Hollywood bigwigs risking rotator cuff surgery with all their back patting really gets under way Sunday with the 67th Golden Globe Awards. …http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/entertainment/And-the-winner-is-____-Golden-Gl

Bookies William Hill have seen a £2000 bet on Avatar to win the Best Film Golden Globe at odds of 3/1 and should it prove successful then William Hill will be paying out £8000. "Avatar is breaking all records which make many of our customers sure that …http://www.casinobeacon.co.uk/news-articles/news/2010-01/globes-130110.htm

Hollywood’s awards season cranks into overdrive on Monday (Australian time) with Avatar hoping to score vital pre-Oscars momentum with victory at the 67th Golden Globe Awards. James Cameron’s 3D epic has electrified the film world since its release in …http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/01/15/2793307.htm?section=entertainment

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Full disclosure: Despite their reputation for being a barometer for the Oscars, I’ve never given much credibility to the Golden Globes. The organization that votes for them, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), …http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/entertainment/2010-01/15/content_9325737.htm

Christina Aguilera, Tom Hanks and Neil Patrick Harris will appear as presenters at the Golden Globe Awards. Ricky Gervais is set to host the Jan. 17 awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The awards are given by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and …http://www.miamiherald.com/entertainment/arts/story/1415849.html

With its laid-back vibe and free-flowing cocktails, the Golden Globes are known for surprises. These aren’t the Oscars, after all, with the high-stakes and requisite seriousness. The Golden Globes are a party, and its attendees seem freer and more …http://insidemovies.moviefone.com/2010/01/14/golden-globes-most-memorable-moment

“New Moon” star Taylor Lautner will be one of the presenters at the Golden Globes. Although “New Moon” may not be nominated for any Golden Globe awards, Taylor Lautner will represent the movie by being a presenter at the show. …http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/taylor-lautner-will-present-golden-globes-01

David James / AP By Alonso Duralde Let’s be honest — the Golden Globes are a splashy TV show featuring A-list celebrities working the red carpet, hitting the champagne and happily pretending that praise from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association is …http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34848583/ns/entertainment-movies/

About simon cowell, "american, ‘american idol’, ellen, judge

sbiar — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:28:52 +0000

"It’s hard. It’s easy at home to [say] whatever your opinions are, but to be right there in front of them and then have to tell someone that they’re not going any further — and some contestants are good but they’re …http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/american-idol-judging-more-difficult-than-ell

In the course of a long goodbye, emotions simultaneously sharpen and blur. We toast the soon-departed, gobble cake at the office party, talk about the good times until those memories grow color-saturated and bright. The other kind, we put aside. …http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-idol-simon-cowell-legacy-powers,

"I couldn’t watch American Idol last night because I was busy working on American Idol last night," Ellen DeGeneres says on her talk show today. "As I mentioned, we’re taping Hollywood Week, which starts airing Feb. 9, but we’re taping right now so I …http://content.usatoday.com/communities/entertainment/post/2010/01/ellen-didnt-w

The judges’ panel on "American Idol" used to be something you could always count on, like death, taxes and the New York Mets collapsing in September. But in the past year, the table that stands between the contestants and their dreams has been a …http://newsroom.mtv.com/2010/01/11/simon-cowell-leaving-american-idol/

Usually, when you quit a job, you pack your bobbleheads into a box and try to slip out the door as quietly as possible. But when your name is Simon Cowell and you’re quitting America’s most …http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1629478/20100112/story.jhtml

While some American Idol fans may be reeling from the news that season 9 will be Simon Cowell’s last, there are others who are already full of uneasy anticipation ahead of Tuesday’s season premiere. If you are a Paula-holic — and I am — you’re facing a …http://tvwatch.people.com/2010/01/12/the-paula-holics-guide-to-watching-abdul-fr

Fox should cancel "American Idol." Put it down like a sick dog. Yank it off the air like an Adam Lambert morning show appearance. Make it disappear like Ejay Day. With Simon Cowell leaving "Idol" after this season wraps, Fox needs to face the music and …http://newsroom.mtv.com/2010/01/11/american-idol-simon-cowell/

Before Simon Cowell announced his shocking end-of-the-season departure, the really big American Idol news was America’s lesbian sweetheart Ellen DeGeneres joining the singing reality competition as an all-powerful judge. …http://www.planetout.com/entertainment/2010/01/ellen-degeneres-and-simon-cowell-

Newton resident Andrew Fenlon could go down as the most loathed person to audition for “American Idol.” Fox’s hit show kicked off its ninth season Tuesday here in the Hub. The bespectacled Fenlon, an occasional trombonist for Eli …http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view/20100113boston_idol_contestants_t

Cowell and Abdul reportedly in talks to enlist her as a judge on US version of "The X Factor." Simon Cowell has been meeting with Paula Abdul to discuss the possibility of bringing his former “American Idol” colleague on as a judge for his next …http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2010/01/11/report-simon-cowell-wants-paula-