Only other officer in black scholar’s house during arrest says cops followed protocolBOSTON — The second Cambridge, Mass., police officer who was inside the home of renowned black scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. during his arrest says he and the arresting officer “followed protocols.” Friends, supporters defend Mass. police officer who arrested black Harvard scholarCAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Supporters say the white policeman who arrested renowned black scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. in his home is a principled police officer and family man who is being unfairly described as racist. Nevada law enforcement has no plans to investigate rape claim against RoethlisbergerRENO, Nev. — Law enforcement officials in Nevada have no intention of opening a criminal investigation into allegations Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger raped a woman at a Lake Tahoe hotel-casino a year ago, the sheriff’s department said Wednesday. Tiger misses a cut and a chance in a stunning exit from the British OpenTURNBERRY, Scotland — The obligatory handshakes were over, and there wasn’t much left for Tiger Woods to do other than sign his scorecard and tell his pilot to gas up the Gulfstream. Women ski jumpers lose court bid to be included in 2010 Winter OlympicsVANCOUVER, British Columbia — A group of women ski jumpers lost its case to be part of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Senior Saudi prince voices strongest official endorsement of women’s sportsRIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Appealing to a powerful Saudi prince, an 8-year-old girl asked why she was not allowed to play sports in school like boys. She got an unexpected response: The prince said he hoped government schools for girls would allow playing fields. Texas mother dies in same swimming pool less than a year after her 2 children drownedCOPPELL, Texas — A medical examiner’s office in Texas has determined that a woman found dead at the same swimming pool where her two children drowned less than a year ago committed suicide. Prison sentence for US reporters in North Korea could mark start of negotiations to free themSEOUL, South Korea — The sentencing of two American journalists to 12 years in a North Korean labor prison sets the stage for possible negotiations with the reclusive nation for their release — perhaps involving an envoy from the United States. AP News in BriefObama says he’ll accept Nobel Peace Prize as ‘call to action’ toward peace and prosperity AP News in BriefIran test fires missiles amid global flap over its nuclear ambitions Committed to LPGA Tour, Wie still dreams of winning a PGA event and playing in the MastersCLIFTON, N.J. — Six years since gaining national attention as a 13-year-old golfing phenomenon, Michelle Wie still seeks that first win on the LPGA Tour and dreams of beating the boys on that other pro golf circuit. Los Angeles Sparks star Candace Parker give birth to baby girlNEW YORK — Los Angeles Sparks star Candace Parker has given birth to a baby girl. US synchronized diving teams chosen for world championshipsINDIANAPOLIS — Thomas Finchum, Kristian Ipsen, Kelci Bryant and Mary Beth Dunnichay have earned spots on USA Diving’s roster for this summer’s world championships. Basketball equipment manager’s estranged wife indicted with trying to extort coach Rick PitinoLOUISVILLE, Ky. — A woman accused of trying to extort money from Louisville basketball coach Rick Pitino has been indicted. UCLA announces $185 million facelift for Pauley PavilionLOS ANGELES — UCLA is giving Pauley Pavilion a $185 million facelift in hopes of putting one of college basketball’s most recognized arenas on the national map again. Richard Gasquet says he’s been told he tested positive for cocaine but says he’s innocentPARIS — French tennis player Richard Gasquet has acknowledged he’s been told he tested positive for cocaine but says he’s innocent. Brazilian star Daniela out indefinitely with knee injury; Wambach suspended for tackleST. LOUIS — Brazilian star Daniela will miss most if not all of the rest of the Women’s Professional Soccer season with a knee injury. Americans Padgett and Felix take home wins in men’s 100 meters and women’s 400 meters in QatarDOHA, Qatar — Travis Padgett and Allyson Felix of the United States won the men’s 100 meters and women’s 400 at the Qatar Super Grand Prix on Friday. Look for Sasha Cohen’s comeback tour to include a stop at Skate AmericaSasha Cohen fans, mark your calendars. US Ski and Snowboard Association Alpine director Jesse Hunt leaving for Park City Ski TeamPARK CITY, Utah — Alpine director Jesse Hunt is leaving the U.S. Ski Team to become the general manager and program director of the Park City Ski Education Foundation. Despite leadership change, Pac-10 conference appears likely to remain pro-BCSPHOENIX — The coming change of commissioners in the Pac-10 provided a glimmer of hope for advocates of a college football playoff. 2006 silver medalist Sasha Cohen ‘excited’ to resume training, aiming for Vancouver OlympicsOlympic silver medalist Sasha Cohen is planning a comeback for the Vancouver Games. Pro beach volleyball star Holly McPeak hangs up her bikiniLOS ANGELES — Pro beach volleyball star Holly McPeak is hanging up her bikini for good. Fertility drug HCG _ linked to Manny Ramirez _ popular among steroid users but has other usesThe banned substance linked to Manny Ramirez is commonly taken by steroid users but also can be prescribed for other conditions. Woman arrested after allegedly plowing pickup through the gates of a Alaska golf courseANCHORAGE, Alaska — A 21-year-old woman has been arrested after officials said she plowed a pickup through the gates of the O’Malley’s On the Green golf course. Anchorage police have charged the woman with burglary and criminal mischief. Police spokesman Dave Parker said the woman was arrested when she returned to the truck after leaving a golf course building. Welcome back, Michael: Phelps’ 3-month suspension is over, so it’s time to get back in poolBALTIMORE — Michael Phelps heard all the jokes, dealt with all the criticism, read all the tabloid reports about his supposed party-boy lifestyle. Serena Williams loses; Safina, Jankovic win in RomeROME — A day after insisting she was still the best player in the world despite falling from No. 1 in the rankings, Serena Williams lost to Patty Schnyder in her first match at the Italian Open. Wang Hao and Zhang Yining win singles, giving China a sweep of golds at table tennis worldsYOKOHAMA, Japan — Wang Hao defeated compatriot Wang Liqin in the men’s singles final Tuesday to give China an impressive sweep of the gold medals at the table tennis world championships. Wang wins men’s title, Zhang tops women as China sweeps golds at table tennis worldsYOKOHAMA, Japan — Wang Hao of China defeated compatriot Wang Liqin in the men’s singles final Tuesday as China completed an impressive sweep of the gold medals at the table tennis world championships. Wang Hao and Zhang Yining give China a singles sweep of golds at table tennis worldsYOKOHAMA, Japan — Wang Hao of China defeated compatriot Wang Liqin in straight sets Tuesday to win the men’s singles title at the table tennis world championships. |
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