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Chelsea will cope with Drogba absence: Ancelotti (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Dec 2009 | 3:27 am Man Utd grant Van der Sar leaveManchester United keeper Edwin van der Sar is given indefinite compassionate leave to visit his ill wife in the Netherlands.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Dec 2009 | 2:46 am Ancelotti unfazed by Drogba lossBoss Carlo Ancelotti insists Chelsea can cope without top scorer Didier Drogba, who will be unavailable for a few weeks while on African Cup of Nations duty.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:39 am A Stunt Cyclist’s Tour de FenceDanny MacAskill of Scotland became an inspiration to young cyclists through a video of hair-raising tricks.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:32 am N.F.L. Roundup: Bears’ Overtime Victory Deals the Vikings a BlowThe Bears’ overtime victory cost the Vikings a chance to clinch a first-round bye, and it gives the Saints home-field advantage in the playoffs.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:22 am Ferguson waits on contenderThe Lexus Chase at Leopardstown, featuring the Sir Alex Ferguson-owned runner What A Friend, is rescheduled for Tuesday after Monday's race is called off because of fog.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:20 am Suns shine early to pull away from Lakers (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:10 am Comeback Henin eyes successful Australian OpenBelgium's Justine Henin Tuesday said a shock Australian Open win was "possible" after her brief retirement, and warned she would be a better player when she returns to the circuit next...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:03 am Comeback Henin eyes successful Australian Open (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:03 am Politics as usual for UCLA's Rick NeuheiselThe Bruins coach has raised expectations that his team has failed to meet. Given the credibility gap between his words and his players deeds, they re in the perfect city for their bowl game: Washington.The Bruins' coach has raised expectations that his team has failed to meet. Given the credibility gap between his words and his players' deeds, they're in the perfect city for their bowl game: Washington.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Lakers' Phil Jackson says he's sticking with Andrew BynumThe Lakers coach says he's 'not worried' about the center's prolonged slump and isn't considering removing him from the starting lineup.Is Andrew Bynum heading to reserve status? Not likely.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Ohio State's Terrelle Pryor feels groundedThe Buckeyes play to quarterback's strengths and keeps him running, but he thinks it also will take passing to beat Oregon. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am UCLA and Temple have different takes on the EagleBank BowlFor the Bruins, Tuesday's game offers a way to break even financially. For the Owls, it's a priceless opportunity. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Lakers' Phil Jackson says he's sticking with Andrew BynumThe Lakers coach says he's 'not worried' about the center's prolonged slump and isn't considering removing him from the starting lineup. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am UCLA and Temple have different takes on the EagleBank BowlFor the Bruins, Tuesday's game offers a way to break even financially. For the Owls, it's a priceless opportunity.UCLA and Temple view today's EagleBank Bowl from different perspectives.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am The top 10 Los Angeles sports stories of 2009Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart's death and the Lakers' NBA championship top the list of the year's most compelling stories.Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart's death and the Lakers' NBA championship top the list of the year's most compelling stories.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Court ruling in Reggie Bush case could lead to depositionsAppellate court upholds earlier decision that blocked former USC tailback's bid to force into arbitration a lawsuit brought by would-be agent Lloyd Lake. It means Bush and Coach Pete Carroll can be de...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Bill Dwyre: Mike Bellotti walks away but stays at OregonHe goes from coaching to the athletic director job on his own timetable, after hand-picking his successor to lead the football team. 'There are more headaches but less stress' in new post, he says.An ongoing side story to Oregon's appearance in Friday's Rose Bowl is watching whether the ultimate Duck sinks or swims.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am EagleBank Bowl: UCLA Bruins versus Temple OwlsHere are some of the key issues for Tuesday's game in Washington, D.C. Temple versus UCLA would have made for...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Court ruling in Reggie Bush case could lead to depositionsAppellate court upholds earlier decision that blocked former USC tailback's bid to force into arbitration a lawsuit brought by would-be agent Lloyd Lake. It means Bush and Coach Pete Carroll can be deposed.An appellate court ruling in a long-running lawsuit against Reggie Bush opens the door for Bush and USC Coach Pete Carroll to be questioned about whether the running back received cash and gifts while playing for the Trojans.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Canada is revved up about Olympic hockeyCanadian media have lined up to provide live coverage of the announcement Wednesday of the country's Vancouver team. The U.S. roster will be announced Friday. Here's a look at names to watch for. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Suns cut Lakers down to size this timeBlown out twice by the Lakers in L.A., Phoenix turns the tables at home, negating their height advantage and racing to a 118-103 victory, the most points the Lakers have given up this season.Blown out twice by the Lakers in L.A., Phoenix turns the tables at home, negating their height advantage and racing to a 118-103 victory, the most points the Lakers have given up this season.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Politics as usual for UCLA's Rick NeuheiselThe Bruins coach has raised expectations that his team has failed to meet. Given the credibility gap between his words and his players deeds, they re in the perfect city for their bowl game: Washington...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am EagleBank Bowl: UCLA Bruins versus Temple OwlsHere are some of the key issues for Tuesday's game in Washington, D.C.Temple versus UCLA would have made for an interesting 1995 NCAA West Regional final in basketball -- coach John Chaney against coach Jim Harrick and all that. But this is football, and the coaching matchup is Al Golden, whom UCLA was interested in, against the man the Bruins hired, Rick Neuheisel. Times staff writer Chris Foster looks at some of the other key issues and matchups in today's game:
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Athletic commission orders drug testsThe chairman of the Nevada State Athletic Commission has ordered Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. to take immediate out-of-competition urine tests, even as the sides bicker heatedly over a drug-testing...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Helene Elliott: Kings are now on really thin iceLoss to the Wild is a 'heartbreaker,' Anze Kopitar says.This team and this season were supposed to be different.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Chicago overcomes late Minnesota rallyJay Cutler throws a 39-yard touchdown pass to Devin Aromashodu to give the Bears a 36-30 victory in overtime. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Nevada athletic commission orders drug tests for Pacquiao, MayweatherThe commission s call for immediate tests as the bicker about drug-testing policy that could scrap their scheduled March 13 bout.The chairman of the Nevada State Athletic Commission has ordered Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. to take immediate out-of-competition urine tests, even as the sides bicker heatedly over a drug-testing policy that threatens to scrap their scheduled March 13 mega-fight in Las Vegas.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am Bill Dwyre: Mike Bellotti walks away but stays at OregonHe goes from coaching to the athletic director job on his own timetable, after hand-picking his successor to lead the football team. 'There are more headaches but less stress' in new post, he says. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 1:00 am As Giants Sift Wreckage, Coughlin Backs UmenyioraAn inconsistent defense is among the topics of conversation after elimination from postseason contention for the first time since 2004.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:51 am Sports of The Times: Owner Who Knows Tries to Get Cowboys to SeeThe Cowboys have clinched a playoff spot, but it remains to be seen if their confidence is justified or simply a result of the franchise’s past success.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:51 am Securing Ball, and His Place in History of Super BowlDavid Tyree’s 32-yard catch in the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl in 2008 helped the Giants upset the New England Patriots.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:48 am Cutler shines as Bears beat Vikings in OT thriller (Reuters)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:45 am Cutler shines as Bears beat Vikings in OT thrillerCHICAGO (Reuters) - Struggling Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler rose to the occasion to outduel veteran gunslinger Brett Favre in a thrilling 36-30 overtime victory over the Minnesota...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:43 am Men’s College Basketball Roundup: Rutgers Comes Up Short at North CarolinaThe freshman Dexter Strickland hit a late 3-pointer to help the No. 9 Tar Heels beat Rutgers, 81-67, in the Scarlet Knights’ first road game.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:43 am Sharks edge Coyotes in shootout to stretch division leadSAN JOSE, California (Reuters) - The San Jose Sharks edged the Phoenix Coyotes 3-2 in a shootout on Monday to pull further clear at the top of the Pacific Division.Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:40 am Fading Vikings fall short to Bears in overtimeJay Cutler threw a 39-yard touchdown pass to Devin Aromashodu in overtime, and the Bears beat the fading Vikings 36-30 on Monday night.Source: ESPN.com | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:39 am Florida’s Interim Coach Is Like Meyer, but With a Passion All His OwnSteve Addazio, Florida’s offensive coordinator, is anonymous to most college football fans, but his popularity within the program is abundant.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:33 am N.F.L. Fast Forward: Like It or Not, Caldwell Sticks to His Plan for ColtsColts Coach Jim Caldwell may have frustrated Peyton Manning by benching him in a loss to the Jets, but he showed he learned how to set a goal and then stick to it.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:30 am Jets Need to Win, but the Bengals Can Take It EasyFor the second week in a row, the Jets are playing a team that already has a playoff spot secured.
Source: NYT > Sports | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:26 am Watson ton puts Australia on topShane Watson hits his first Test century as Australia set Pakistan a daunting total of 422 to win the first Test in Melbourne.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:25 am Live - South Africa v EnglandIan Bell scores his ninth Test century as England build a big lead over South Africa on day four of the second Test.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:16 am Bench paves the way as Suns dismantle LakersAmare Stoudemire scored 26 points, Jared Dudley matched his career best with 19 and the Phoenix Suns sent the Los Angeles Lakers to their second loss in three games with a surprising 118-103 rout on Monday night.Source: ESPN.com | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:10 am Cutler, Bears deny Vikings NFC's No. 1 seedThe Vikings' rally and their bid for the NFC's top seed fell short. Jay Cutler threw the winning TD in overtime as the Bears won 36-30, giving the Saints home field throughout the playoffs.
Source: SI.com | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:06 am Canadiens score 20,000th goal, but lose to SensOTTAWA(AP) Pascal Leclaire and the Ottawa Senators came back strong after allowing the Montreal Canadiens ' 20,000th goal.
Source: SI.com | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:06 am Stoudemire, Dudley lead Suns to rout of LakersPHOENIX(AP) Kobe Bryant used harsh language to describe how badly the Lakers beat the Phoenix Suns twice in Los Angeles earlier this season.
Source: SI.com | 29 Dec 2009 | 12:06 am Texas Tech suspends Leach for bowlTexas Tech has suspended head football coach Mike Leach indefinitely while it investigates complaints from a player and his family about treatment after an injury.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:53 pm Pavelski wins it in a shootout (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:43 pm Pavelski wins it in a shootoutJoe Pavelski scored once in regulation and the only goal in the shootout to give the San Jose Sharks a 3-2 win over the Phoenix Coyotes on Monday night. Devin Setoguchi also scored for...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:41 pm Sources: Houston Rockets give Tracy McGrady indefinite leave, will look to trade disgruntled guardThe Houston Rockets have granted Tracy McGrady an indefinite leave from the team and will work with McGrady's representatives to find a new home via trade for the seven-time All-Star, according to sources close to the process.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:38 pm Cutler leads Bears over Vikings, 36-30 in OT (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:32 pm Bears thwart Vikings' bid for NFL homefield advantageJay Cutler's 39-yard touchdown pass to Devin Aromashodu in overtime lifted Chicago to a 36-30 NFL victory over Minnesota, denying the Vikings homefield advantage in the playoffs. ...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:22 pm Warriors hold off Celtics 103-99Monta Ellis scored 37 points and converted two free throws with 2.3 seconds left, and the Golden State Warriors rallied from an early 18-point deficit to hand the Boston Celtics just their...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:19 pm Suns shine early to pull away from LakersPHOENIX (Reuters) - The Phoenix Suns cruised to a 118-103 victory over Pacific Division rivals the LA Lakers on Monday, the home side seizing control early and stretching their advantage...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:18 pm The Global Sports Forum: Sports Stories of the Year From Around the WorldIn the first of three discussions this week, Christopher Clarey and an international panel of journalists consider the stories that captivated fans in different parts of the world in 2009.
Source: NYT > Sports | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:13 pm Vikings stumble in OT loss to BearsDespite a dramatic rally, the Vikings' late-season troubles continue in an OT loss.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:07 pm Stewart Mandel: Reputations and futures of Leach, Craig James on lineIt's suspended Texas Tech coach Mike Leach vs. television analyst Craig James, the father of the player that Leach is accused of mistreating. This could get ugly, writes Stewart Mandel.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:00 pm Belanger leads Wild over Kings 4-3Eric Belanger had two goals and an assist, including the go-ahead score with 2:25 left in the third period, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 on Monday night for their...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:00 pm Nocioni leads Kings over Nuggets, 106-101Andres Nocioni made four 3-pointers and scored a season-high 21 points, helping the Sacramento Kings beat the struggling Denver Nuggets 106-101 on Monday night. Omri Casspi made a...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:58 pm NBA Suns surprise Lakers 118-103Amare Stoudemire poured in 26 points, and Jared Dudley matched his career high with 19 as the Phoenix Suns handed the Los Angeles Lakers their second defeat in three NBA contests. Steve...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:46 pm Nev. orders urine tests for Pacquiao, MayweatherLAS VEGAS (AP) -- The head of the Nevada boxing commission ordered Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. to submit to urine tests Monday as a way of trying to break the impasse that has threatened to derail their proposed March 13 megafight.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:39 pm Oregon routs Arkansas-Pine Bluff 73-53 (AP)AP - Michael Dunigan had 26 points and five rebounds Monday night as Oregon overcame a sluggish start to defeat winless Arkansas-Pine Bluff 73-53 at McArthur Court.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:37 pm Los Angeles Lakers' Phil Jackson says he's 'hopeful' Ron Artest could return TuesdayLakers coach Phil Jackson says he is "hopeful" Ron Artest will rejoin the team in Los Angeles for Tuesday's game against Golden State.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:37 pm New York Rangers' Vinny Prospal sidelined following knee surgeryRangers top-line forward Vinny Prospal is recovering from arthroscopic knee surgery that will keep him out for at least 10 days, and maybe up to three weeks.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:29 pm Giants reach agreement with Mark DeRosa (AP)AP - The San Francisco Giants hope Mark DeRosa can provide the power in the middle of the lineup they've been seeking this winter.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 28 Dec 2009 | 9:50 pm Georgia rolls Texas A&M for 4th bowl win in rowJoe Cox threw two touchdown passes, Caleb King added two rushing scores and Georgia beat mistake-prone Texas A&M 44-20 on Monday in the Independence Bowl.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 9:49 pm Chicago Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro calls a report that he will be fired 'inaccurate'Chicago Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro calls a report that he will be fired 'inaccurate.'Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 9:28 pm Georgia drops Texas A&M 44-20 in Indy Bowl (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 28 Dec 2009 | 8:38 pm Bob Arum to find another opponent for Manny Pacquiao (Reuters)Reuters - World champion Manny Pacquiao's promoter Bob Arum will choose another opponent for the Filipino fighter after failing to reach a deal for the WBO welterweight title bout with American Floyd Mayweather.Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 28 Dec 2009 | 8:26 pm Texas Tech Red Raiders suspend coach Mike Leach for Valero Alamo BowlTexas Tech coach Mike Leach has been suspended while the school investigates complaints from a player and his family about treatment after an injury.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 8:16 pm Bob Arum willing to get Manny Pacquiao to move on testingBob Arum said Monday he was open to talking to Manny Pacquiao again about the timing of a pre-fight blood test, which hinges on finalizing a super fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 8:01 pm Holmgren: No decision on Mangini's future yetBEREA, Ohio (AP) -- New Cleveland Browns president Mike Holmgren has not decided if coach Eric Mangini will be back next season.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 7:00 pm McGrady, Rockets agree to part waysBOSTON -- The Houston Rockets and Tracy McGrady have agreed to part ways while the Rockets attempt to trade the seven-time All-Star forward, an NBA source confirmed to SI.com. McGrady was sent home before the Rockets game against New Jersey last week after complaining about playing time. McGrady missed the first 23 games of the season while recovering from microfracture knee surgery.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 6:51 pm Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor shrugs off apparent torn PCLBuckeyes quarterback Terrelle Pryor has been playing with a slight tear in the posterior cruciate ligament of one of his knees, the sophomore revealed Monday.Source: ESPN.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 6:36 pm Premier League looks to cash in on AsiaPremier League clubs are looking to benefit from a massive following in Asia.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 28 Dec 2009 | 5:06 pm Zorn on situation: 'It's not fun'Jim Zorn knew his status as head coach of the Washington Redskins was tenuous back when his team was 1-1 - and coming off a victory, no less.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 5:01 pm Super-fight duo given test demandManny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr are ordered to submit to urine tests within 48 hours by the Nevada boxing commission.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 28 Dec 2009 | 4:57 pm Mancini reveals title aspirationsNew Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini says winning the Premier League title is a realistic target.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 28 Dec 2009 | 4:51 pm Colts' Caldwell defends his choice to pull startersINDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Colts coach Jim Caldwell believes he made the right call Sunday, even if everyone from NFL purists to Indianapolis fans disagree.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 4:47 pm 'Skins have interviewed for Zorn's jobThe Washington Redskins have interviewed one of the team's assistants for the head coaching position, the head of the group that monitors the Rooney Rule said Monday.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 4:41 pm Colts fumble play-sit situation; playoff issueSI.com's John P. Lopez works with Jerome Bettis to get the six-time Pro Bowl running back's observations about the previous week's games. Bettis retired from the NFL in 2006 after a 13-year career.
Source: SI.com | 28 Dec 2009 | 3:50 pm Texas Tech suspends Leach for Alamo bowlTexas Tech has suspended football coach Mike Leach indefinitely as it investigates a complaint from a player and his parents about Leach's treatment of the player after an injury.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 3:03 pm Barneveld hits second nine-darterRaymond van Barneveld nails a nine-dart finish for second year running - but former champion John Part is knocked out of the PDC World Championship.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 28 Dec 2009 | 2:44 pm Pryor says he has partially torn knee ligamentOhio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor has revealed he partially tore a ligament in his knee, claiming it didn't slow him down much while leading the Buckeyes to the Big Ten title.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 2:40 pm Brown set for job with MotherwellFormer Scotland manager Craig Brown is poised take temporary charge of Motherwell following the sacking of Jim Gannon.Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 28 Dec 2009 | 2:10 pm Source: Giants close to deal with DeRosaThe San Francisco Giants are closing in on a two-year deal with super-utility Mark DeRosa, according to a major-league source.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 11:54 am Eagles lose C Jackson for rest of seasonEagles center Jamaal Jackson tore a knee ligament in Sunday's win over Denver and will miss the rest of the season.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:33 am Northwestern in AP poll for first time in 40 yearsNorthwestern is ranked in The Associated Press' college men's basketball poll for the first time in more than 40 years.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:25 am NFL Weekly Review: Hanging on to playoff livesAs the season draws to a thrilling finish, several playoff hopefuls keep their postseason dreams alive.Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 10:05 am Report: Panthers coach Fox can return in 2010A day after the Panthers routed the New York Giants for their third win in four games, The Charlotte Observer reported John Fox and general manager Marty Hurney will be "offered the opportunity to return next season."Source: FOXSports.com News | 28 Dec 2009 | 7:29 am
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