Hedo Turkoglu’s 3-pointer puts Magic over 76ers 84-81 to even up series at 2 games apiecePHILADELPHIA — Hedo Turkoglu answered the Philadelphia 76ers’ late-game heroics with a big shot of his own. Turkoglu nailed a 3-pointer over Thaddeus Young with 1.1 seconds left to lift the Orlando Magic to an 84-81 victory over Philadelphia on Sunday, evening their Eastern Conference first-round series at two games apiece. Turkoglu’s 3-pointer gets Magic even with 76ersPHILADELPHIA — Hedo Turkoglu answered the Philadelphia 76ers’ late-game heroics with a big shot of his own. Sergei Gonchar’s goal helps Penguins eliminate Flyers with 5-3 win in Game 6PHILADELPHIA — Sidney Crosby stood near center ice, answering questions from a television reporter while a few lingering fans berated him. Crosby never flinched. He finished the interview and let the scoreboard do his talking back to the fans. Tennessee sets US record in 3,200-meter relay to complete rare triple at Penn RelaysPHILADELPHIA — Tennessee has set an American record in the 3,200-meter relay to complete a rare relay triple in the Penn Relays at Franklin Field. Thaddeus Young’s layup with 2 seconds left lifts Sixers over Magic 96-94PHILADELPHIA — Thaddeus Young shook off some rust and avoided a menacing defender to hit the biggest shot of his life. Commissioner David Stern aware of increased security for Tony AllenPHILADELPHIA — Commissioner David Stern is aware the NBA has increased security around Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen, though he wouldn’t give specifics about the situation. Flyers relying on goalie Martin Biron to avoid elimination against PenguinsPHILADELPHIA — Martin Biron is more concerned with the pregame music than his contract situation. He can earn a bigger payday and keep the Philadelphia Flyers’ season going with another standout performance. Lady Vols set world record in 6,000-meter relay at Penn RelaysPHILADELPHIA — Tennessee’s Lady Volunteers have set a world record in the rarely contested 6,000-meter relay at the Penn Relays in Philadelphia. Judge weighs whether Philadelphia plan to test, license tour guides strays from ConstitutionPHILADELPHIA — In a courtroom just a block from Independence Hall — the heart of the city’s tourist district and the birthplace of the Constitution — a federal judge is weighing whether an ordinance to test and license local tour guides violates the First Amendment. Tennessee takes women’s 6,000 relay; Texas A&M victorious in 400 relayPHILADELPHIA — Tennessee won the women’s 6,000-meter relay at the Penn Relays in meet-record time, earning its second title in two days. Bowman paces Tennessee women to victory in distance medley at 115th Penn RelaysPHILADELPHIA — A year after anchoring her Tennessee team to three second-place finishes at the Penn Relays, senior Sarah Bowman returned and made sure the favored Volunteers didn’t come up short. Determined Flyers keep series alive, beat Penguins 3-0 to force Game 6PITTSBURGH — The Philadelphia Flyers were determined and desperate, angry at themselves for being on the brink of elimination against the team that embarrassed them while ending their season a year ago. Philly Newspapers chief Tierney made $1.175M in ‘08 before bankruptcy; $233K Rome trip notedPHILADELPHIA — The company that owns The Philadelphia Inquirer and Philadelphia Daily News hosted a $233,000 trip to Rome for about 70 people a year before filing for bankruptcy protection. Tennessee women hold off Georgetown to win distance medley at Penn RelaysPHILADELPHIA — Tennessee got off to a strong start at the Penn Relays. Eagles sign restricted free agent WR Baskett to 1-year deal, also add undrafted TE from PurduePHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles signed restricted free agent receiver Hank Baskett to a one-year contract on Thursday. Dave Bush holds Phillies hitless for 7 1-3 innings as Brewers defeat the Phillies 6-1PHILADELPHIA — Dave Bush held Philadelphia hitless for 7 1-3 innings before pinch-hitter Matt Stairs homered off the foul pole, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Phillies 6-1 Thursday. Several innings after World Series MVP Cole Hamels was forced to leave after getting hit in the left shoulder by Prince Fielder’s line drive, Bush (1-0) became the big story on the mound. Bush holds Phillies hitless for 7 1-3 innings, Brewers win 6-1PHILADELPHIA — Dave Bush held Philadelphia hitless for 7 1-3 innings before pinch-hitter Matt Stairs homered off the foul pole, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Phillies 6-1 Thursday. Ex-Pa. Sen. Fumo appeals corruption conviction, citing lack of evidence, juror’s Web postsPHILADELPHIA — Former state Sen. Vincent Fumo is appealing his recent federal conviction on 137 corruption counts. Phillies ace Hamels leaves game against Milwaukee after being struck by line drivePHILADELPHIA — Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels left Thursday’s series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers after being struck in the shoulder by a line drive. 5 Democrats seek to replace storied Philly DA as city struggles with crime, corruptionPHILADELPHIA — For nearly 20 years, District Attorney Lynne Abraham has led an office whose alumni include Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell, Sen. Arlen Specter and the chief justice of the state Supreme Court. 5 Democrats seek to replace storied Philly DA as city struggles with crime, corruptionPHILADELPHIA — Five Democratic candidates in Philadelphia are vying to replace the woman dubbed “America’s deadliest D.A.” Braden Looper, Mike Cameron lead Brewers to 3-1 victory over PhilliesPHILADELPHIA — Braden Looper pitched six scoreless innings, Mike Cameron hit a two-run double and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 on Wednesday night. Philly’s Independence Hall to get $5.6 million in federal stimulus money to repair leaky towerPHILADELPHIA — More than $5.6 million in federal stimulus aid will be used to repair and restore the leaky clock tower of Independence Hall, which once housed the Liberty Bell, and for other park improvements, officials said Wednesday. Defense investigators raid Siemens Medical in Pa. weeks after firm wins $267M contractPHILADELPHIA — Criminal investigators with the Defense Department searched the headquarters of Siemens Medical Solutions USA on Wednesday in connection with a government contract, weeks after the firm won a $267 million medical-imaging contract. Congress to hold hearing on cable operators’ plans for targeted advertisingPHILADELPHIA — Cable operators will sit in the hot seat Thursday as Congress reviews their plans to roll out targeted advertising amid fears that consumer privacy could be infringed if the companies were to track and record viewing habits. Jamie Moyer earns 248th career win in Phillies’ 11-4 win over BrewersPHILADELPHIA — In a lineup filled with big hitters, Pedro Feliz is giving the Philadelphia Phillies a strong presence at the bottom of the order. Crosby lifts Penguins to 3-1 win over Flyers, puts Pittsburgh on brink of series winPHILADELPHIA — Sidney Crosby and the Penguins can finish off the Flyers back on home ice. Pair punch out 217,000 text messages in a month in attempt to break recordPHILADELPHIA — Their thumbs sure must be sore. Test of blood sample from Lincoln is sought to prove cancer theory, raising dilemma for museumTest of Lincoln DNA sought to prove cancer theory PHILADELPHIA — John Sotos has a theory about why Abraham Lincoln was so tall, why he appeared to have lumps on his lips and even why he had gastrointestinal problems. 13th Wharton India Economic Forum to be held in PhiladelphiaPHILADELPHIA - The student leadership committee of the Wharton India Economic Forum (WIEF) today announced that the 13th Wharton India Economic Forum would be held in Philadelphia on March 21. |