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Final wicket haul boosts WindiesBrendan Nash and Ravi Rampaul put on the highest final wicket stand by a West Indies pair in Australia on day two of the second Test in Adelaide.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2009 | 3:28 am Seamer Davies handed England callDurham seamer Mark Davies is called into the England Test squad as cover for James Anderson and Ryan Sidebottom.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2009 | 3:25 am China's golden pair claim pre-Olympic skating GPChina's former world pairs champions Shen Xue and Zhao Hongbo lifted their sixth figure skating Grand Prix Final title Saturday, sealing a return to form as they chase a hitherto elusive...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 3:12 am Scott takes 2-stroke lead at Australian Open (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:57 am Scott leads Appleby into final Aus Open roundAustralia's Adam Scott moved two strokes clear of compatriot Stuart Appleby as the Australian Open developed into a two-horse race after the third round here on Saturday. Scott, the...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:49 am Nets get 1st win, end 18-game skid to open season (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:47 am Brilliant Bryant buzzer-beater sinks Heat (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:19 am Capello happy with World Cup drawEngland coach Fabio Capello is pleased with his side's draw for the group stage of the 2010 World Cup finals but is not expecting any easy matches.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:18 am US players think World Cup draw favorable (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:09 am Central Michigan beats Ohio 20-10 for MAC title (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:07 am Tauscher's return key to Packers' better blockingHeading into the stretch run of the regular season, Mark Tauscher has provided a much-needed lift to the Green Bay Packers' offensive line. The Packers have given up a league-worst 44...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:05 am Tauscher's return key to Packers' better blocking (AP)AP - Heading into the stretch run of the regular season, Mark Tauscher has provided a much-needed lift to the Green Bay Packers' offensive line.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 2:05 am Scott takes 2-stroke lead at Australian OpenAdam Scott shot a 5-under 67 to take a two-stroke lead into the final round of the Australian Open on Saturday. Scott had trailed second-round leader Stuart Appleby by two strokes after...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:48 am Asif strikes again as Kiwis fadePakistan remove three New Zealand wickets as the hosts falter pursuing the 405 runs needed to win the second Test in Wellington.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:45 am Nick Saban and Urban Meyer Share a Friendship With Bill BelichickAlabama’s Nick Saban was on Bill Belichick’s staff for four years in the N.F.L., while Urban Meyer often visits with him in the offseason.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:30 am U.S. a Winner, Brazil a Loser in World Cup DrawWhile the United States received a favorable draw, Brazil found itself in a group with the Ivory Coast and Portugal.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:13 am World Cup draws U.S., England together firstAlgeria and Slovenia are also in Group C in the first round of next year's tournament in South Africa. Algeria...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Tumblers are about to fall into place, unlocking BCS and other bowl mysteriesWhile the SEC and Big 12 titles are decided this weekend, let's not forget what's also at stake for undefeated Cincinnati, or Boise State. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Kobe Bryant beats Heat at buzzerBryant banks in a three-pointer to give Lakers their eighth victory in a row. Bryant banks in a three-pointer...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Ducks lose, learn extent of Teemu Selanne's injuryMinnesota wins in shootout, 5-4. The right winger will be out four to six weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a broken hand. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Trojans feel pain of players' absencesUSC has been struggling without forward Leonard Washington and point guard Mike Gerrity, who are ineligible for the first semester.Leonard Washington is not with the USC basketball team on its first trip of the season -- and for the young and inexperienced Trojans, who were soundly defeated, 69-50, Thursday by No. 2-ranked Texas, that's a painful reality.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am World Cup draws U.S., England together firstAlgeria and Slovenia are also in Group C in the first round of next year's tournament in South Africa.Algeria and Slovenia are also in Group C in the first round of next year's tournament in South Africa.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Kobe Bryant has a solid shot at winning the MVP title again, but ...The Lakers are on a roll, and the shooting guard has been a huge part of it. But he's got serious competition: Denver forward Carmelo Anthony and Cleveland forward LeBron James, for starters. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Trojans at home . . . for the Holiday?USC faces Arizona on Saturday its regular-season finale at the Coliseum. The winner probably will go to the Holiday Bowl.Passing through
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Kobe Bryant beats Heat at buzzerBryant banks in a three-pointer to give Lakers their eighth victory in a row.Bryant banks in a three-pointer to give Lakers their eighth victory in a row.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Angels appear to have lost leading man Chone FigginsVersatile leadoff hitter is close to signing with Seattle for four years and $36 million, meaning Brandon Wood could be Angels' new third baseman. Meanwhile, Dodgers agree to deal with pitcher JustinThe Angels had hoped to open spring training with Brandon Wood at third base and Chone Figgins in left field. If Wood faltered, Figgins could have returned to third base.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Bill Dwyre: Super fight would be a gift to boxing fansManny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr., which is close to being set for March 13, has the feel of Ali-Frazier or Leonard-Hagler.For a while, this holiday season in sports looked as if it would be remembered as a lump of coal in our stocking.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Tough season bruises Taylor Mays' NFL draft positionThe two-time All-American safety was seen as a possible top-five pick in 2009. But after a season that fell below USC's standards and earned him criticism, scouts say his stock has dropped a little.The unofficial NFL draft season, and the three months of speculation that comes with it, doesn't start in earnest until mid-January.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Ducks lose, learn extent of Teemu Selanne's injuryMinnesota wins in shootout, 5-4. The right winger will be out four to six weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a broken hand.Guillaume Latendresse scored the winning goal in the shootout to give the Minnesota Wild a 5-4 victory over the Ducks on Friday night.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Trojans feel pain of players' absencesUSC has been struggling without forward Leonard Washington and point guard Mike Gerrity, who are ineligible for the first semester. Leonard...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Angels appear to have lost leading man Chone FigginsVersatile leadoff hitter is close to signing with Seattle for four years and $36 million, meaning Brandon Wood could be Angels' new third baseman. Meanwhile, Dodgers agree to deal with pitcher Justin ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Manny Pacquiao agrees to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr.Bob Arum says Filipino boxer has agreed to terms for a March 13 bout though there is no signed deal yet. There are no details on how the purse will be split though one report says it will be even.Bob Arum says Filipino boxer has agreed to terms for a March 13 bout though there is no signed deal yet. There are no details on how the purse will be split though one report says it will be even.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Tough season bruises Taylor Mays' NFL draft positionThe two-time All-American safety was seen as a possible top-five pick in 2009. But after a season that fell below USC's standards and earned him criticism, scouts say his stock has dropped a little. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Manny Pacquiao agrees to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr.Bob Arum says Filipino boxer has agreed to terms for a March 13 bout though there is no signed deal yet. There are no details on how the purse will be split though one report says it will be even. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Bill Dwyre: Super fight would be a gift to boxing fansManny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr., which is close to being set for March 13, has the feel of Ali-Frazier or Leonard-Hagler. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Source: Manny Pacquiao signs contract to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. on March 13Manny Pacquiao signed a contract to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. in boxing's biggest fight on March 13, a source with knowledge of the meeting told ESPN.com on Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:55 am Kobe hits 3 at buzzer to lift Lakers past HeatKobe Bryant banked in a 3-pointer over Dwyane Wade's defense at the buzzer, ending the superstars' sensational duel and sending the Los Angeles Lakers to their eighth straight victory, 108-107 over the Miami Heat on Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:54 am Sports of The Times: Reason to Believe but Also to Be CautiousGrouped with England, Algeria and Slovenia, the U.S. will have a decent chance to advance to the second round.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:53 am Nets 97, Bobcats 91: Fans Rejoice as Nets Earn First VictoryThe Nets won for the first time this season, ending the worst start in N.B.A. history at 18 losses by beating the Charlotte Bobcats Friday night.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:52 am Kobe's 3 at buzzer sends Lakers past Heat (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:49 am Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James doesn't think women will be playing in the NBA in next decadeWhile NBA commissioner David Stern thinks a woman will be play in the NBA in the next decade, LeBron James isn't so sure.Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:45 am Americans Fall Short as Swiss Finish 1-2Carlo Janka won a World Cup super-combined race, leading a 1-2 Swiss finish in an event the Americans Bode Miller and Ted Ligety failed to complete.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:44 am Wherever He Pitches, Staten Island’s Jason Marquis WinsOn the South Shore of Staten Island, pitcher Jason Marquis is remembered as much for his Little League accomplishments as for his professional success.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:43 am N.F.L. Roundup: Giants Add to Shakeup of Defensive StartersMathias Kiwanuka replaced Osi Umenyiora at defensive end, and Chris Canty replaced Fred Robbins at defensive tackle.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:42 am Injury May Not Keep Sanchez Out of Next GameA magnetic resonance imaging test showed that Mark Sanchez had not hurt his right knee badly, revealing a sprained ligament.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:41 am Nets get past Bobcats for first win of seasonNew Jersey Nets won for the first time this season, ending the worst start in NBA history at 18 losses by beating the Charlotte Bobcats 97-91 Friday night.Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:40 am At Villanova, a Duty to Victory, and to Helping OthersBecause of Coach Andy Talley, more than 1,000 football players, staff and students from nine universities registered for the National Marrow Donor Program in 2008.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:40 am Hendrick gets emotional during NASCAR ceremony (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:39 am Hendrick gets emotional during NASCAR ceremonyRick Hendrick capped a record-making season Friday night with NASCAR's highest award, and the car owner had to stop to compose himself during the annual awards ceremony that honored driver...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:39 am Analysis: An SEC Scouting Report From a Coach Who KnowsDan Mullen, the football coach at Mississippi State, played Florida and Alabama this season and served as Florida’s offensive coordinator in its 31-20 victory over Alabama last year.
Source: NYT > Sports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:37 am Philadelphia Flyers fire John Stevens as coach, hire Peter LavioletteThe Philadelphia Flyers replaced coach John Stevens with Peter Laviolette on Friday after the team was shut out in consecutive games.Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:25 am Central Michigan QB Dan LeFevour sets NCAA mark with 147th TDCentral Michigan quarterback Dan LeFevour set a major college football record for combined touchdowns passing, rushing and receiving with his 147th.Source: ESPN.com | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:16 am Kobe's incredible buzzer-beater sinks HeatLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Kobe Bryant made a sensational buzzer-beating three-pointer to give the Los Angeles Lakers a 108-107 victory over the Miami Heat on Friday.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:12 am Saturday's gossip columnPaul Scholes set for Man Utd exit and Spurs offer Ledley King a new deal, plus other rumoursSource: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 5 Dec 2009 | 12:09 am NBA roundup: Friday's action on the courtsFor the first 18 games of the NBA season, the New Jersey Nets got it wrong. On Friday night, they finally got it right. The Nets snapped the worst start in NBA history at 18 losses by ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:57 pm Jason MacDonald wins by split decision after scoring blunder at MFC 23ENOCH, Alta. - Brazilian middleweight Thales Leites won a unanimous decision over Dean (The Boogeyman) Lister in a dreary main event at MFC 23 on Friday night. Leites dominated a dull...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:55 pm Drought is over: Nets get first win, move to 1-18EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.(AP) Players hugged at center court. Fans stood and cheered as music blared through the arena.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:49 pm Kobe burns Heat with 25-foot bank shot at buzzerLOS ANGELES(AP) Kobe Bryant banked in a 3-pointer over Dwyane Wade 's defense at the buzzer, ending the superstars' sensational duel and sending the Los Angeles Lakers to their eighth straight victory, 108-107 over the Miami Heat on Friday night.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:49 pm Source: Figgins strikes 4-year deal with MarinersSEATTLE (AP) -- Chone Figgins is moving up the coast in the AL West.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:41 pm Kobe's 3 at buzzer sends Lakers past HeatKobe Bryant banked in a 3-pointer over Dwyane Wade's defense at the buzzer, ending the superstars' sensational duel and sending the Los Angeles Lakers to their eighth straight victory,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:37 pm Notre Dame Fighting Irish cite "unique circumstances" in declining bowl invitationsIn the wake of Charlie Weis' firing after a disappointing season, it's unlikely that Notre Dame will accept a bowl game invitation, athletic director Jack Swarbrick said.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:25 pm NHL roundup: Friday's action on the iceThe Montreal Canadiens turned 100 on Friday and with many of the team's legends looking on, two of their current stars provided the storied franchise with a fitting tribute. Mike...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 4 Dec 2009 | 11:04 pm Latendresse lifts Wild past Ducks in shootout (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Dec 2009 | 10:37 pm Mike Holmgren would like to talk return to Seattle SeahawksSeattle's former coach and one-time general manager said Friday during his semi-weekly radio show in Seattle that he'd like to talk to Seahawks owner Paul Allen and chief executive officer Tod Leiweke about becoming the team's GM and perhaps president.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 10:20 pm 2010 FIFA World Cup: United States draws England in first gameThe United States has been placed in Group C of the World Cup and will play England in the opening game.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 10:20 pm Canisius defeats Loyola, Md. 70-65 (AP)AP - Frank Turner scored 20 points to reach double figures for his 25th straight game as Canisius held off Loyola (Md.) 70-65 on Friday night in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference opener for both teams.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 4 Dec 2009 | 10:17 pm New York Giants demote DE Osi Umenyiora and T Fred Robbins to second teamThe struggling New York Giants continue to tinker with their defensive lineup, demoting longtime starting defensive end Osi Umenyiora and starting tackle Fred Robbins to the second unit during practice.Source: ESPN.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 9:22 pm Flyers fire coach Stevens, hire LaviolettePHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Philadelphia Flyers have fired coach John Stevens.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 8:33 pm He's searching for a slice of credibilityAfter a string of embarrassing losses, Kimbo Slice will take on Houston Alexander in a bout Saturday. His future with the UFC, says the organization's president, depends on how he does.Kimbo Slice is hungry.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 4 Dec 2009 | 7:54 pm Holmgren interested in possible return to SeattleSEATTLE (AP) -- Mike Holmgren wants to talk to the Seahawks about coming back.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 7:33 pm Donovan-Beckham matchup already sparking interestLandon Donovan repeated the words, unable to wipe the smile from his face. "It never ends," he said. The American midfielder and England star David Beckham may be forever linked by their tumultuous time together with the Los Angeles Galaxy. And just when they seemed to have fully embraced the idea of playing for the same team, the World Cup draw on Friday put the United States against England in their opening match in South Africa next June. Indeed, their story never seems to end.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 6:18 pm U.S. finally gets a break in World Cup playThe U.S. finally caught a break in World Cup group play, but Jamie Trecker warns against overconfidence.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 6:17 pm U.S. to open against England at World CupThe United States will face England at the World Cup for the first time since a famous upset 60 years ago.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 5:55 pm Brazil draws Portugal, Ivory Coast in tough WC groupBrazil has been drawn into the toughest group at the World Cup, facing Portugal and Ivory Coast in the first round.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 5:03 pm Poulter trails leader Yang by twoIan Poulter is two shots behind leader YE Yang at the Chevron World Challenge after the second round.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Dec 2009 | 4:58 pm Ferrer rallies to give Spain 2-0 lead in Davis Cup finalDavid Ferrer rallied for an improbable 1-6, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4, 8-6 victory over Radek Stepanek on Friday to give defending champion Spain a commanding 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup final against the Czech Republic.
 Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 4:44 pm Sampras to play Verdasco in San Jose exhibitionPete Sampras will return to San Jose next year to play in another exhibition. SAP Open tournament officials said Friday that Sampras will kick off this year's tournament with an exhibition match against Spain's Fernando Verdasco on Feb. 8.
Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 4:37 pm World Cup groups and analysis... for some after the World Cup draw, but not for every country. Robert Burns takes a group-by-group look.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 4:31 pm South Africa to play Mexico in World Cup openerHosts South Africa will take on Mexico in the World Cup opener, while the U.S. will face England in Group C.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 4:18 pm Spain lead after Ferrer fightbackDavid Ferrer fights back from two sets down to beat Radek Stepanek and give Spain a commanding 2-0 lead after day one of the Davis Cup final.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Dec 2009 | 3:59 pm Grant Wahl: For once, U.S. gets relatively lucky draw for World CupThe gods of soccer smiled upon the United States for once on Friday, giving the Americans one of the most fortunate draws imaginable for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa (FULL DRAW).
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 3:16 pm At first sight, Italy has easy World Cup drawAt first sight, defending champion Italy will have it easy in the group stage of the World Cup facing New Zealand, Slovakia and Paraguay. Not so, insists World Cup winning coach Marcelo Lippi. "An opponent becomes difficult if you consider it easy," he said, reflecting on a long history of Italian struggles against underdog opponents during the group stages of the World Cup.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 2:55 pm Brazil face tough World Cup groupBrazil will face Portugal, North Korea and Ivory Coast in the group stage of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Dec 2009 | 2:12 pm Stern says women could play in NBAThis will be the sports equivalent of putting a man on the moon ... and I'm not the only believer.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 12:24 pm Pressure on UFA 12-1 team would be a dream for most schools. For No. 1 Florida it would be considered a failure, says Stewart Mandel. That's why all the SEC title game pressure rests on the Gators.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 10:48 am Picks for UF-'Bama, Texas-Nebraska, moreIt's tough to imagine Alabama-Florida being anything but a defensive stalemate, writes Stewart Mandel, who picks a winner in the SEC title game, and in each of Saturday's matchups.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 9:46 am Pacquiao set for Mayweather clashFive-weight world champion Manny Pacquiao and unbeaten American Floyd Mayweather are set to meet on 13 March, according to the Filipino's promoter.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Dec 2009 | 9:18 am Pompey loan solves wages crisisPortsmouth secure a loan which means they can pay their players' wages for November.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 4 Dec 2009 | 8:59 am Torres not ready to return after groin injuryFernando Torres has been ruled out of Liverpool's Premier League match at Blackburn on Saturday because he has yet to recover fully from a groin injury. The Spain striker has been out of action since Nov. 4. He trained this week but is not totally fit. Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez says "he's doing well but he will not be ready for this game." Torres has scored 10 goals in 10 Premier League matches this season but has not played since the 1-1 Champions League draw at Lyon.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 7:33 am Peter King: Warner sees light on head injuries; 10 things to watchThe NFL introduced a new policy on concussions, and Kurt Warner is one player who gets it, writes Peter King. Plus, Chris Johnson's ultimate test and 10 things to watch in Week 13.
Source: SI.com | 4 Dec 2009 | 7:28 am Liverpool aiming to make use of latest boostPL Preview: Liverpool is looking to make sure its latest morale boost isn't wasted the same way as the last.Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 4 Dec 2009 | 7:27 am
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