AP Interview: Rogge predicts tight 2016 vote; says Obama presence not crucial to ChicagoLONDON — IOC president Jacques Rogge expects the race for the 2016 Olympics to be decided by “a couple of votes” and says Chicago’s chances shouldn’t hinge on whether President Barack Obama goes to Denmark to push his home city’s bid. Kan. site proposed for proposed 18,500-seat soccer stadium for MLS’ Kansas City WizardsKANSAS CITY, Kan. — A property developer working for the company that owns Major League Soccer’s Kansas City Wizards has proposed building an 18,500-seat soccer stadium near Kansas City, Kan., that could open by 2011 and would sink plans to use the stadium to revitalize a neighborhood across the border in Kansas City, Mo. Hero Honda named as global partner for ICC Champions TrophyDubai, Sept 8 (IBNS) The International Cricket Council has announced Hero Honda Motors Ltd as a global partner for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2009, which takes place in South Africa from 22 September to 5 October. NHL owner sentenced to 8 plus years in prison for bilking banks to finance lavish lifestyleSAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced Silicon Valley financier William “Boots” Del Biaggio III to more than eight years in prison for bilking investors and banks — including one he helped launch — out of millions of dollars in a desperate attempt to buy a pro hockey team. Balsillie offers Glendale $50 million to help clear way in Coyotes bidPHOENIX — Canadian billionaire James Balsillie has offered the city of Glendale $50 million to quiet its objections to his bid to buy the Phoenix Coyotes and move the franchise to Hamilton, Ontario. Rules change for sports charters forces Jays to switch plans for upcoming road trip to DetroitTORONTO — A rules change concerning charter airlines carrying sports teams in foreign countries is causing problems for the Toronto Blue Jays. Prepared text of President Barack Obama’s speech to school students on TuesdayThe prepared text of President Barack Obama’s back-to-school address scheduled for Tuesdays, as released in advance by the White House: Pittsburgh firms launch Web sites, blogs, foreign-language links to try to capitalize on G-20PITTSBURGH — Some Pittsburgh companies will not be satisfied with just having the world come to their doorstep in September when an economic summit convenes in the Steel City. Grenade blast amid Colombian soccer celebration kills 1, wounds 30BOGOTA — Police in Colombia say a grenade exploded in a crowd celebrating a national soccer team win, killing one person and wounding at least 30. NFL commissioner Goodell says Eagles QB Michael Vick eligible to play in 3rd game of seasonNEW YORK — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is eligible to play beginning in the third game of the regular season. Goodell met with Vick for 45 minutes Thursday before announcing his decision. Vick, recently signed by the Eagles, played in last week’s exhibition game and was expected to play against the New York Jets on Thursday night. Former Mets pitcher Jerry Koosman sentenced in Wisconsin to 6 months in prison for tax evasionMADISON, Wis. — A federal judge on Thursday sentenced former major league pitcher Jerry Koosman to six months in prison for not paying his taxes. NFL commissioner Goodell says Michael Vick is eligible to play in 3rd game of regular season.NEW YORK — NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is eligible to play beginning in the third game of the regular season. Ex-Red Sox pitcher Schilling: Senate campaign unlikely but possible to fix ‘corrupt’ politicsBOSTON — Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling said Thursday the chances he will run to replace Democrat Edward M. Kennedy in the U.S. Senate are “slim to none” but he will not rule it out. Ex-Red Sox Schilling says Senate campaign unlikely but possible to change ‘corrupt’ politicsBOSTON — Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling says the chances of him running to replace Democrat Edward M. Kennedy in the U.S. Senate are “slim to none” but he will not rule it out. Lotta pucks: Senators defenseman Jason Smith retires after 1,008 NHL gamesOTTAWA — Ottawa Senators defenseman Jason Smith retired on Wednesday after playing in more than a thousand NHL games. Federal judge orders MLB drug evidence preserved until gov’t decides on Supreme Court appealSAN FRANCISCO — A federal appellate judge has ordered the preservation of all evidence that allegedly shows 104 Major League Baseball players tested positive for steroids in 2003. 3 crew members suspended by NASCAR for violating substance abuse policyDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — NASCAR has suspended three crew members for violating its toughened substance abuse policy. Balsillie scheduled to show up as Coyotes bankruptcy saga reaches critical phasePHOENIX — The Phoenix Coyotes saga seems to be stumbling toward a conclusion, and the lead character in the twisted drama finally is scheduled to make an appearance. Carmakers try to add value, safety, improved mileage to 2010 models; a list of the changesMITSUBISHI A five-door Lancer Sportback debuts with two engine choices: a 168-horsepower, 2.4-liter four cylinder and a 237-horsepower, 2-liter, turbocharged four cylinder. Both front- and all-wheel drive are offered. Starting retail price for a Sportback is $19,910. 4 cities bidding for 2016 Olympics, including Chicago, await IOC evaluation reportLONDON — Heading into the final month of the race, the four cities vying for the 2016 Summer Games are awaiting a key International Olympic Committee report assessing their technical bids. Ali the Irishman: Fans cheer boxing icon as he finds Irish roots in great-granddad’s hometownDUBLIN — Muhammad Ali made a sentimental journey Tuesday to discover his Irish roots, and met distant relatives during celebrations at the local town hall and a nearby castle. Wildfire forces Dodgers shortstop Rafael Furcal to evacuate La Canada Flintridge homeLOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Rafael Furcal and his wife have been forced to evacuate their home in an area of La Canada Flintridge threatened by the massive Station Fire. Federal appeals court says Delaware sports betting must be limited to parlay bets on NFL gamesDOVER, Del. — A federal appeals court on Monday dealt another body blow to Delaware’s plans for a new sports betting lottery, saying it must be limited to parlay bets on professional football games. ‘I wanted to give back’: Former Miami Heat 1st-round draft pick Tim James now serving in IraqMIAMI — Tim James apologized for being late. A rough day at work, said the Miami Heat’s 1999 first-round draft pick. Vehicles broke down, problems flared up, and he simply fell behind. A partial list of those who attended Sen. Edward Kennedy’s funeral in BostonA partial list of those who attended Sen. Edward Kennedy’s funeral in Boston on Saturday: Sam Querrey beats Jose Acasuso to reach Pilot Pen final; tourney moved indoors because of rainNEW HAVEN, Conn. — Sam Querrey reached the Pilot Pen final with a 6-3, 6-4 victory Saturday over Argentina’s Jose Acasuso, who became so frustrated in the second set he repeatedly smashed his racket on the court. Soccer team’s ‘Basques-only’ policy voices a wider creed of uniqueness, fierce loyaltyBILBAO, Spain — Before home soccer games in this Basque city, local fans wearing their team’s red-and-white jersey cram into bars and streets around the San Mames stadium and chant, full-throated, Athletic Bilbao’s traditional call to arms. Sharks deal defensemen Ehrhoff and Lukowich to Vancouver for 2 prospectsThe San Jose Sharks traded veteran defensemen Christian Ehrhoff and Brad Lukowich to the Vancouver Canucks on Friday for two prospects in a move to create space under the salary cap. Italy’s Lippi does soccer no favors by trotting out old stereotypes about gaysPARIS — Marcello Lippi, Italy’s World Cup-winning soccer manager who seems to have both feet planted in the 19th century, says he’s never come across a gay player in his 40-odd years in the sport. North Korea says it will free 4 South Korean fishermen in latest sign of easing tensionsSEOUL, South Korea — Four South Korean fishermen held by North Korea after their boat strayed into northern waters will be released, and families divided for decades after the Korean War will get a rare chance to meet next month — the latest signs tensions are easing on the divided Korean peninsula. |
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