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A few thoughts on Christopher Hitchens – Houston Chronicle (blog)

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USA Today A few thoughts on Christopher Hitchens Houston Chronicle (blog) I only knew Christopher Hitchens , who died last night in Houston, through his writing, and for a long time I didn’t even read much of what he wrote. I didn’t know he was an atheist or a reformed socialist until much later. I stumbled across Hitchens’ … Writer Christopher Hitchens dies at age 62 USA Today Christopher Hitchens , militant pundit, dies at 62 Wall Street Journal Christopher Hitchens ‘ first loyalty was to the truth Los Angeles Times Washington Post (blog)

Blagojevich’s wife, daughter plead for leniency – Los Angeles Times

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Los Angeles Times Blagojevich’s wife, daughter plead for leniency Los Angeles Times Patti Blagojevich and daughter Amy ask for a light sentence for former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich , who was convicted of 17 corruption charges. The prosecution is seeking at least a 15-year term. A federal judge heard pleas Tuesday from Rod R. … With last word before sentencing, ousted Illinois Gov. Blagojevich to ask … Washington Post Blagojevich fesses up, faces sentencing CBS News Hearing May Be an Ex-Governor’s Last Stand New York Times BusinessWeek

Kurt Busch’s future is bleak after ousting at Penske – Yahoo! Sports

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USA Today Kurt Busch’s future is bleak after ousting at Penske Yahoo! Sports Sports 6 hours, 15 minutes ago Yes, Kurt Busch essentially got fired from Penske Racing, even if both sides are calling their divorce a “mutual agreement.” No one is buying that, not when competitive rides in NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series are so hard to … Kurt Busch’s insolence continues to wreck a potentially great career Nascar Penske Racing pulls plug on Kurt Busch after 6 rocky seasons with 2004 NASCAR … Washington Post Kurt Busch seeking a fresh start ESPN CNN

BCS: LSU and Alabama to meet in rematch for national title – Los Angeles Times

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USA Today BCS : LSU and Alabama to meet in rematch for national title Los Angeles Times LSU was the runaway winner of this year’s BCS race and Alabama seemed to have a healthy grip on No. 2 entering the final weekend of play. Oklahoma State’s 34-point victory over No. 10 Oklahoma, however, turned it into a much closer race than anyone … BCS standings create Alabama-LSU rematch in title game USA Today BCS gives us a nightmare schedule instead of a dream tournament Washington Post (blog) LSU, Alabama to Play in College Football’s BCS Championship BusinessWeek Yahoo! Sports

Thanksgiving revelry reaches far, wide – USA Today

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USA Today Thanksgiving revelry reaches far, wide USA Today Thanksgiving Day brought parades and pies, sunshine and shopping plans for millions of Americans on Thursday — and joyful surprises for some, too. By Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY Returning favorite : Macy’s 85th Annual … Thanksgiving celebrated among friends, strangers The Associated Press The 2011 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ABC News Festive Thanksgiving Day Parade heads through NYC Wall Street Journal New York Daily News all 1,540 news articles

Tony Stewart wins NASCAR Sprint Cup and now needs a crew chief – Washington Post (blog)

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USA Today Tony Stewart wins NASCAR Sprint Cup and now needs a crew chief Washington Post (blog) Darian Grubb, whose pit call stretched the gas in Stewart’s car to the limit and put him in position to outduel Carl Edwards and win the Ford 400 and Cup on Sunday, won’t be returning. Stewart , the first owner-driver to win the title … Tony Stewart’s Crew Chief Darian Grubb Won’t Return Next Year After Helping … NESN.com Tony Stewart was the hottest driver down the stretch in 2011 — and is now the … Hornell Evening Tribune (blog) Title-winning crew chief Darian Grubb was fired last month USA Today AutoWeek

Tony Stewart storms to Sprint Cup title with win in finale – USA Today

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USA Today Tony Stewart storms to Sprint Cup title with win in finale USA Today Tony Stewart was a mile and a half from the checkered flag Sunday night at Homestead-Miami Speedway when he keyed his mic the last time during the Ford 400. By Kevin Liles, US Presswire Tony Stewart celebrates his race win and championship in victory … Tony Stewart outlasts Carl Edwards to win third Sprint Cup title Los Angeles Times — Tony Stewart ESPN Tony Stewart’s crew chief unsure if he will be back in 2012 at Stewart-Haas Racing Washington Post MiamiHerald.com

Lee Corso Apologizes for Swearing on ‘ESPN College GameDay’ in Houston – NESN.com

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USA Today Lee Corso Apologizes for Swearing on ‘ESPN College GameDay’ in Houston NESN.com The highlight of every episode of ESPN College GameDay is when analyst Lee Corso dons a mascot head, indicating who he is picking to win the big game. The Sunshine Scooter got a little carried away … ESPN’s Corso drops F-bomb on TV, apologizes Seattle Post Intelligencer Lee Corso Apologizes After Embarrassing Outburst Christian Post Lee Corso uses expletive on ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ USA Today Yahoo! Sports

Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos kidnapped in Venezuela – USA Today (blog)

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USA Today (blog) Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos kidnapped in Venezuela USA Today (blog) UPDATE 10:34 pm ET: Officials in Venezuela say they have found the vehicle four armed men used to kidnap Washington Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos . The Associated Press cites a Venezuelan official who says the abandoned vehicle was found in a nearby … Nationals Catcher Wilson Ramos Kidnapped in Venezuela Wall Street Journal Nationals’ Wilson Ramos kidnapped in Venezuela CBS News MLB Catcher Wilson Ramos Kidnapped From Home in Venezuela TIME Washington Post

Giuliana Rancic "Will Win" Breast Cancer Fight, Vows Husband Bill

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Since the 37-year-old E! News host broke the news Monday morning on NBC’s Today Show that she had breast cancer, there’s been an outpouring of support from stars and fans alike.

Giuliana Rancic "Will Win" Breast Cancer Fight, Vows Husband Bill

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Since the 37-year-old E! News host broke the news Monday morning on NBC’s Today Show that she had breast cancer, there’s been an outpouring of support from stars and fans alike.

2011 Week 5 Patriots-Jets – ESPN (blog)

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USA Today 2011 Week 5 Patriots – Jets ESPN (blog) The New York Jets lost their third straight game, falling to the New England Patriots 30-21 at Gillette Stadium. What this means: Rex Ryan’s crisis-management skills will be tested. The Jets (2-3) dropped below .500 for the first time since starting … Setting the scene: Patriots – Jets WEEI.com Things to Watch at the Patriots – Jets Game Patch.com Jets Stagger Against Patriots , Losing 3rd Straight New York Times USA Today