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The Boston Celtics are just one game away

May 30th, 2008 · No Comments

The Boston Celtics are just one game away from reaching the NBA Finals, as they face the Detroit Pistons in game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Boston is being led by their big three, Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, and Paul Pierce, who have all been playing extremely well as of late.
They will have to bring […]

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Chris Benoit’s doctor at fault

May 30th, 2008 · No Comments

The doctor of former pro wrestler Chris Benoit, who was involved in a double-murder homicide last June has been indicted on 175 counts.
Dr. Phil Astin has been indicted on 175 counts including conspiracy in prescribing controlled substances to many patients.
There were many raids which were conducted on the doctor following the tragedy with Benoit.
Chris Benoit […]

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No strike for the Alliance of Motion Pictures and Television Producers

May 29th, 2008 · No Comments

The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) had reached a deal with the Alliance of Motion Pictures and Television Producers, avoiding a strike.
The tentative deal was completed on Wednesday following 17 days of negotiation.
This is only half of the war though for the studios as they still have to reach a deal with […]

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Childhood obesity rates at a stand still

May 28th, 2008 · No Comments

Researchers have come out and stated that for the first time in 45 years, the childhood obesity rate in the U.S. has not risen.
The author of the new study, Cynthia Ogden of the National Center for Health Statistics stated that the childhood obesity rates stayed the same in all groups, including boys and girls, whites, […]

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The Boston Celtics hoping to take 3-1 series lead

May 26th, 2008 · No Comments

The Boston Celtics are hoping to take a commanding 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference Finals over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.
On Saturday night, the Boston Celtics proved that they can win on the road and win in Detroit, beating the Pistons to gain the 2-1 series advantage, and regaining home-court advantage.
Boston is […]

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Olympic gold medalist Antonio Pettigrew comes clean

May 23rd, 2008 · No Comments

Former sprinter and Olympic gold medalist Antonio Pettigrew has confessed to using performance-enhancing drugs.
His admission to the use of performance-enhancing drugs adds to the government case against Trevor Graham.
Pettigrew has denied in the past that he was involved in any type of illegal drug use.
He has testified though that Graham urged him to use human […]

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Jon Lester throws no hitter and survives cancer

May 20th, 2008 · No Comments

Jon Lester, who less than two years ago was diagnosed with cancer, pitched a no-hitter for the Boston Red Sox on Monday night against the Kansas City Royals.
The Red Sox managed to defeat the Royals 7-0, but the win was completely overshadowed by the amazing accomplishment of Lester.
Lester struck out nine batters and […]

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Lebron James no match for Paul Pierce

May 19th, 2008 · No Comments

Paul Pierce led the Boston Celtics past Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers in game 7 on Sunday.
The win gives them a spot in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals against the Detroit Pistons.
Paul Pierce took the stage on Sunday and had the game of his career against Lebron James and the Cavaliers. He […]

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Charles Barkley needs your help

May 16th, 2008 · No Comments

Retired NBA star Charles Barkley owes the Wynn Las Vegas casino $400,000 and could face felony charges if he doesn’t pay it.
A prosecutor has stated that if Barkley does not pay off his gambling debt, he will face felony charges.
The Wynn Las Vegas casino stated in court documents that he owes $400,000 spread out over […]

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Jazz fight to the end with the Lakers

May 12th, 2008 · No Comments

The Utah Jazz managed to beat the Los Angeles Lakers in game 4 of the Western conference semi-finals to tie up the series 2-2.
Utah was led by Deron Williams who had 29 points to beat the Lakers 123-115 in overtime on Sunday.
The Jazz had to give it everything they had as the Lakers stormed back […]

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