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Archive for December 2008

China detains 59 over ‘Tibet rumours’

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 25, 2008

The term “rumours” is often a euphemism for anti-government views in China (Photo: AFP)China has detained 59 people in Tibet for spreading rumours and trying to stir up racial hatred and incite violence, state media reports.They are also accused of downloading “reactionary” songs from the internet for distribution within Tibet, the China News Service said.The [...]

Jimmy Clausen paces Notre Dame to cathartic Hawaii Bowl win

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 25, 2008

“I heard it a hundred times in the locker room after the game and they wanted to know what I was giving them for Christmas.
With Weis calling the plays from the coaches box for the first time because of knee problems that require him to walk with crutches, the Irish were unstoppable.
Notre Dame’s victory was [...]

Indian Nuclear Command Authority meets: Media reports

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 25, 2008

Sources, however, denied the NCA meeting on December 20 had anything to do with the current stand-off with Pakistan in wake of the Mumbai terror strikes.
They, in fact, stressed the meeting’s “only intention” was “to take decisions on the further consolidation of India’s nuclear deterrence”.
A meeting of the NCA is held once every three-to-six months [...]

Bush takes back 1 pardon issued Tuesday

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 25, 2008

WASHINGTON – President Bush on Wednesday revoked a pardon he had granted only a day before – a step unheard of in recent memory – after learning in news reports of political contributions to Republicans by the man’s father and other information.
White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said the new decision was “based on information that [...]

The Formula One Times Breaking News: Richards to the Rescue?

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 22, 2008

Richards to the Rescue David Richards, owner of Prodrive and Chairman of Aston Martin has flown to Kuwait to meet with his current investors, in the hope they will raise the money needed to buy out Honda
David Richards, owner of Prodrive and Chairman of Aston Martin has flown to Kuwait to meet with his current [...]

China blocks access to New York Times Web site, paper says

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 21, 2008

It was not clear if the move was meant to block specific content on the newspaper’s Web site or if it was a return to stricter censorship of the Internet in general.
Beijing loosened some media and Internet controls during the 2008 Summer Olympics gestures that were meant to show the international community that the games [...]

More evidence gathered at accused Fla. mom’s home

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 21, 2008

The search by Orange County deputies came a day after authorities said a tiny skeleton found last week in swampy woods less than a half-mile from the home was that of the missing toddler.
Salon provides breaking news articles from the Associated Press as a service to its readers, but does not edit the AP articles [...]

Western Force refuse to re-sign Subiaco Oval contract

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 20, 2008

The club will not be re-signing a new contract for a ground that is totally unsuitable for Super 14 rugby, is losing them members and money and costs between $1.5m-$1.9m a year depending on the number of home games.
“We are hopeful the government will see its way to help the viability of the sport.
The Force [...]

Wicked weekend weather

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 20, 2008

With more snow and high winds in the forecast for Sioux Falls, the storm is likely to affect events and travel around the area.
Aberdeen, Britton, Clark, Clear Lake, Milbank, Watertown and Webster are among cities in the area expected to get slammed with the worst weather from the incoming system.
The south side of Sioux Falls [...]

It’s not you play, it’s ‘weather’ you win the game

Posted by: ifreewgame on: December 20, 2008

Len Ziehm suggests that the Red Wings and Blackhawks will get back to basics in a literal manner in the Winter Classic II as outdoor hockey requires a simpler style of play:
Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane took part in a conference call with the NHL’s media on Friday, and he told the CanWest News Service’s Barry [...]

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