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	<title>Sports News &#187; Middle East</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:43:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Mesut Oezil shrugs off boos as Germany beats Turkey 3-0 to take lead in Euro 2012 qualifying</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/08/mesut-oezil-shrugs-off-boos-as-germany-beats-turkey-3-0-to-take-lead-in-euro-2012-qualifying-155436/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:27:15 +0000</pubDate>
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Oezil shrugs off boos as Germany beats Turkey 3-0

BERLIN — Goals from Miroslav Klose and Mesut Oezil gave Germany a 3-0 win Friday over Turkey and a three-point lead at the top of Group A in European Championship qualifying.
Joachim Loew&#8217;s side took time to beat a well-organized Turkey in front of a crowd of 74,000 .... Read the original article &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/08/mesut-oezil-shrugs-off-boos-as-germany-beats-turkey-3-0-to-take-lead-in-euro-2012-qualifying-155436/">here</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Germany, Netherlands resume strong start to 2012 European Championship qualifying</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/08/germany-netherlands-resume-strong-start-to-2012-european-championship-qualifying-155420/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 21:42:45 +0000</pubDate>
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Germany, Netherlands win in Euro 2012 qualifying

Spain, Germany and the Netherlands won Friday to maintain strong starts in qualifying for the 2012 European Championship, while rebuilding Italy drew 0-0 with Northern Ireland.
Germany eased past visiting Turkey 3-0, and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar scored his sixth goal during qualifying to give injury-riddled Netherlands a 1-0 victory over Moldova .... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/08/germany-netherlands-resume-strong-start-to-2012-european-championship-qualifying-155420/" title="Germany, Netherlands resume strong start to 2012 European Championship qualifying">Source &nbsp;: Gaea News Network</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Early birdie barrage carries Russ Cochran to second-round advantage at Senior Players</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/08/early-birdie-barrage-carries-russ-cochran-to-second-round-advantage-at-senior-players-155417/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 21:35:03 +0000</pubDate>
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Cochran takes second-round lead at Senior Players

POTOMAC, Md. — Buoyed by birdies on the first five holes, Russ Cochran shot a course-record 6-under 64 to take a one-shot lead at the Senior Players Championship on Friday.
Cochran is at 6 under for the tournament and is trying for his third win in his last four events .... Source article on Gaea Times at  &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/08/early-birdie-barrage-carries-russ-cochran-to-second-round-advantage-at-senior-players-155417/">Early birdie barrage carries Russ Cochran to second-round advantage at Senior Players</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Tom Kite shoots 3-under 67 to take lead in Senior Players Championship</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:26:27 +0000</pubDate>
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Kite leads Senior Players Championship
POTOMAC, Md. — Tom Kite shot a 3-under 67 in calmer morning conditions Thursday to take a one-stroke lead over fellow early starters Mark O&#8217;Meara, Michael Allen and Joe Ozaki in the Constellation Energy Senior Players Championship, the Champions Tour&#8217;s final major of the season.

After a bogey on No. 7, the .... Source &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/07/tom-kite-shoots-3-under-67-to-take-lead-in-senior-players-championship-155104/" title="Tom Kite shoots 3-under 67 to take lead in Senior Players Championship">Gaea News Network</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Daniel Alves, Alexandre Pato, Nilmar score in Brazil&#8217;s 3-0 win over Iran</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/07/daniel-alves-alexandre-pato-nilmar-score-in-brazils-3-0-win-over-iran-155079/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 19:29:43 +0000</pubDate>
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Brazil beats Iran 3-0 in exhibition
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Daniel Alves, Alexandre Pato and Nilmar scored in Brazil&#8217;s 3-0 exhibition win over Iran on Thursday, giving new coach Mano Menezes his second straight victory.

Daniel Alves scored on a 14th-minute free kick, Alexandre Pato made it 2-0 in the 69th with his third goal ... Read more <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/07/daniel-alves-alexandre-pato-nilmar-score-in-brazils-3-0-win-over-iran-155079/" title="Daniel Alves, Alexandre Pato, Nilmar score in Brazil&#8217;s 3-0 win over Iran">&raquo;&raquo;&raquo;</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>With Ryder Cup drama still on his mind, Corey Pavin tries to shift focus to Senior Players</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/06/with-ryder-cup-drama-still-on-his-mind-corey-pavin-tries-to-shift-focus-to-senior-players-154817/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 22:46:04 +0000</pubDate>
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Weary Pavin back on course after Ryder Cup thrills

POTOMAC, Md. — It was a long flight back to the United States for Corey Pavin, giving the Ryder Cup captain plenty of time to wonder &#8220;What if?&#8221; after his team&#8217;s narrow loss to Europe.
A slow start, nasty weather, wardrobe malfunctions and questionable pairings gave way to ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/06/with-ryder-cup-drama-still-on-his-mind-corey-pavin-tries-to-shift-focus-to-senior-players-154817/">Original article on  : With Ryder Cup drama still on his mind, Corey Pavin tries to shift focus to Senior Players</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Ravens DT Ngata possesses speed, strength, intelligence and the &#8216;gift&#8217; of humility</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 21:14:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Ravens DT Ngata takes humble route to greatness

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — No one would blame Haloti Ngata if he talked trash on Sundays and bragged about his accomplishments for the rest of the week.
The Baltimore Ravens&#8217; 6-foot-4, 350-pound defensive tackle is equally adept at stopping the run and stalking quarterbacks. He can also drop back ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/06/ravens-dt-ngata-possesses-speed-strength-intelligence-and-the-gift-of-humility-154782/" title="Ravens DT Ngata possesses speed, strength, intelligence and the &#8216;gift&#8217; of humility">Read more >></a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Brazil, Iran prepare for historic 1st meeting at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/06/brazil-iran-prepare-for-historic-1st-meeting-at-zayed-sports-city-in-abu-dhabi-154707/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 16:26:17 +0000</pubDate>
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Brazil to play Iran in historic 1st soccer match

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Brazil and Iran will meet for the first time Thursday in an exhibition soccer match in Abu Dhabi.
Coach Mano Menezes has assembled a young squad for the game at Zayed Sports City. Barcelona defender Daniel Alves and AC Milan forwards Robinho ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/06/brazil-iran-prepare-for-historic-1st-meeting-at-zayed-sports-city-in-abu-dhabi-154707/" title="Brazil, Iran prepare for historic 1st meeting at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi">Read more &raquo;&raquo;</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>IOC president to discuss travel restrictions of Palestinian athletes with Israeli officials</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/05/ioc-president-to-discuss-travel-restrictions-of-palestinian-athletes-with-israeli-officials-154426/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:47:16 +0000</pubDate>
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Rogge to discuss travel obstacles with Israelis

RAMALLAH, West Bank — International Olympic Committee president Jacques Rogge expressed concern Tuesday over &#8220;obstacles&#8221; facing Palestinian athletes and urged Israel to grant them free movement regardless of politics.
Palestinian officials say Israel routinely hinders the movement of Palestinian athletes, particularly those from the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip. Israel denies the .... Read the original article &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/05/ioc-president-to-discuss-travel-restrictions-of-palestinian-athletes-with-israeli-officials-154426/">IOC president to discuss travel restrictions of Palestinian athletes with Israeli officials</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Ravens tied for AFC North lead, feel good after beating Steelers to finish tough stretch</title>
		<link>http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/04/ravens-tied-for-afc-north-lead-feel-good-after-beating-steelers-to-finish-tough-stretch-154311/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:48:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Ravens tied for AFC North lead after 4-game trek

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The last seconds of Baltimore&#8217;s win against Pittsburgh is a microcosm of how the Ravens have played this season.
Down 14-10 with 55 seconds left to the Steelers, Baltimore needed to go 40 yards without any timeouts. Quarterback Joe Flacco led Baltimore downfield before .... Source article on Gaea Times at  &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/04/ravens-tied-for-afc-north-lead-feel-good-after-beating-steelers-to-finish-tough-stretch-154311/">Ravens tied for AFC North lead, feel good after beating Steelers to finish tough stretch</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Griffin runs for 118 yards and a touchdown as Massachusetts defeats Towson 27-14</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 02:52:26 +0000</pubDate>
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Massachusetts beats Towson on the road 27-14

TOWSON, Md. — John Griffin ran for a team-high 118 yards and scored the game&#8217;s final touchdown as Massachusetts beat Towson 27-14 on Saturday night.
The Minutemen (4-1, 2-0 Colonial Athletic Association) took an early 7-0 lead after a 1-yard touchdown run by Jonathan Hernandez in the opening quarter that ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/02/griffin-runs-for-118-yards-and-a-touchdown-as-massachusetts-defeats-towson-27-14-153650/">Read this article on Gaea Times at  : Griffin runs for 118 yards and a touchdown as Massachusetts defeats Towson 27-14</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Maryland uses 84-yard punt return by Logan to get past Duke 21-16</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:27:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Big plays carry Maryland over Duke 21-16
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Tony Logan scored on an 84-yard punt return in the third quarter to give Maryland its first lead, and the Terrapins held on to beat Duke 21-16 Saturday night.

Maryland (4-1, 1-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) trailed 9-0 midway in the second quarter and 9-7 at halftime ... Read : <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/02/maryland-uses-84-yard-punt-return-by-logan-to-get-past-duke-21-16-153595/">Maryland uses 84-yard punt return by Logan to get past Duke 21-16</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>NFL fines Ravens LT Michael Oher, S Tom Zbikowski each $5,000 for actions vs. Browns</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 21:08:01 +0000</pubDate>
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NFL fines Ravens LT Oher, S Zbikowksi each $5,000

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Michael Oher and safety Tom Zbikowski have each been fined $5,000 by the NFL for their actions in Sunday&#8217;s game against Cleveland.
The NFL announced the fines Friday.
Oher&#8217;s fine stems from punching Browns defensive end Robaire Smith. Oher hit Smith .... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/10/01/nfl-fines-ravens-lt-michael-oher-s-tom-zbikowski-each-5000-for-actions-vs-browns-153132/">Source article on Gaea Times at  &nbsp;: NFL fines Ravens LT Michael Oher, S Tom Zbikowski each $5,000 for actions vs. Browns</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Ravens RB Ray Rice intends to play against Steelers despite knee bruise</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:38:37 +0000</pubDate>
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Ravens RB Rice expects to play against Steelers

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice said Thursday that his bruised right knee shouldn&#8217;t keep him from playing Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Rice hurt his knee in the fourth quarter of last Sunday&#8217;s 24-17 win over the Cleveland Browns. An MRI on Monday revealed ... Read more : <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/30/ravens-rb-ray-rice-intends-to-play-against-steelers-despite-knee-bruise-152832/">Ravens RB Ray Rice intends to play against Steelers despite knee bruise</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Ravens RB Rice misses practice; McGahee poised to start if needed vs Steelers</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 19:32:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Rice misses practice; status for Steelers unclear

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice misses practice because of a bruised right knee.
His absence Wednesday left open the possibility that Willis McGahee will start this week&#8217;s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
McGahee says he&#8217;s &#8220;up for the challenge,&#8221; expects Rice to play.
Rice walked in the ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/29/ravens-rb-rice-misses-practice-mcgahee-poised-to-start-if-needed-vs-steelers-152530/">Read the original article on Gaea Times at  : Ravens RB Rice misses practice; McGahee poised to start if needed vs Steelers</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Ravens waive DE Trevor Pryce, coach John Harbaugh says veteran likely to be re-signed</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 17:04:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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DE Pryce waived by Ravens; expected to return

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens waived defensive end Trevor Pryce on Wednesday, though coach John Harbaugh says it&#8217;s likely the team will soon re-sign the 14-year veteran.
The roster move makes room for safety Ken Hamlin, who was released by Baltimore last week. Hamlin will probably contribute ... Read : <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/29/ravens-waive-de-trevor-pryce-coach-john-harbaugh-says-veteran-likely-to-be-re-signed-152507/">Ravens waive DE Trevor Pryce, coach John Harbaugh says veteran likely to be re-signed</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Ravens RB Rice must overcome &#8217;significant&#8217; knee bruise to start vs Steelers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 04:44:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Ravens RB Rice nursing &#8217;significant&#8217; knee bruise

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has a bruised knee, an injury that has left his status in doubt for this week&#8217;s AFC North showdown against the undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers.
Rice left Sunday&#8217;s game against the Cleveland Browns with just under 10 minutes left after catching ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/27/ravens-rb-rice-must-overcome-significant-knee-bruise-to-start-vs-steelers-152063/">Read the original article on Gaea Times at  : Ravens RB Rice must overcome &#8217;significant&#8217; knee bruise to start vs Steelers</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>US in 4th in dressage at World Equestrian Games; Netherlands leads</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 01:42:17 +0000</pubDate>
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US in 4th in dressage at World Equestrian Games

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The United States is fourth after the start of Team Grand Prix dressage at the World Equestrian Games on Monday.
The Netherlands leads with a combined score of 145.702. Germany is second with 140.34 points, while Great Britain is third with 138.341. The U.S. has .... Original article &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/27/us-in-4th-in-dressage-at-world-equestrian-games-netherlands-leads-152010/">US in 4th in dressage at World Equestrian Games; Netherlands leads</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>O&#8217;Brien throws for 2 TDs, leads Maryland to 42-28 victory over winless Florida International</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 20:49:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Maryland defeats Florida International 42-28

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Redshirt freshman Danny O&#8217;Brien threw for 250 yards and two touchdowns in his first college start, and Maryland got an 85-yard punt return from Tony Logan in a 42-28 victory over winless Florida International on Saturday.
Da&#8217;Rel Scott ran for 103 yards and two touchdowns for the Terrapins ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/25/obrien-throws-for-2-tds-leads-maryland-to-42-28-victory-over-winless-florida-international-147951/">Read more : O&#8217;Brien throws for 2 TDs, leads Maryland to 42-28 victory over winless Florida International</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>NFL fines Ravens coach John Harbaugh $15,000 for contact with official</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 21:01:49 +0000</pubDate>
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NFL fines Ravens coach John Harbaugh $15,000

OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The NFL fined Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh $15,000 Tuesday for impermissible verbal and physical contact with an official.
During the Ravens 15-10 loss Sunday to Cincinnati, Harbaugh made contact with line judge Ron Marinucci in the chest while demonstrating where outside linebacker Terrell Suggs hit  [..] <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/21/nfl-fines-ravens-coach-john-harbaugh-15000-for-contact-with-official-142569/">Read the original article: here</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Determined to win: After a rocket blew her legs off, Iraqi woman triumphs in wheelchair tennis</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 09:21:42 +0000</pubDate>
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Iraqi tennis player aims to be Venus in wheelchair

BAGHDAD — As a girl, Zainab Khadim Alwan cut school to watch American tennis stars Serena and Venus Williams play, imagining herself some day becoming just like them.
Even the rocket that blew off her legs four years ago hasn&#8217;t dampened her desire to play the game. It&#8217;s ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/21/determined-to-win-after-a-rocket-blew-her-legs-off-iraqi-woman-triumphs-in-wheelchair-tennis-142043/">Read this article on Gaea Times at  : Determined to win: After a rocket blew her legs off, Iraqi woman triumphs in wheelchair tennis</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Texans WR Johnson to get MRI on injured right ankle; leaves game, returns, makes big TD catch</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 02:24:29 +0000</pubDate>
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Texans WR Johnson makes key catch on bad ankle

LANDOVER, Md. — Texans receiver Andre Johnson will have an MRI exam on his right ankle after injuring it Sunday, leaving the game, then returning to make a tying, fourth-down touchdown catch late in the fourth quarter of Houston&#8217;s 30-27 victory over the Washington Redskins.
&#8220;We&#8217;re going to ... Read more <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/19/texans-wr-johnson-to-get-mri-on-injured-right-ankle-leaves-game-returns-makes-big-td-catch-140035/" title="Texans WR Johnson to get MRI on injured right ankle; leaves game, returns, makes big TD catch">&raquo;&raquo;&raquo;</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Redskins No. 1 draft pick Trent Williams hurts left knee, toe, misses OT in loss to Texans</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 02:23:53 +0000</pubDate>
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Redskins top pick Trent Williams hurts knee, toe

LANDOVER, Md. — Sitting in front of his locker Sunday night, Washington Redskins starting left tackle Trent Williams winced as he pulled his jeans over his injured knee.
The fourth overall pick in this year&#8217;s draft said he&#8217;ll have an MRI exam after feeling pain in his left knee ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/19/redskins-no-1-draft-pick-trent-williams-hurts-left-knee-toe-misses-ot-in-loss-to-texans-140031/">Read the original article on Gaea Times at  : Redskins No. 1 draft pick Trent Williams hurts left knee, toe, misses OT in loss to Texans</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Texans WR Johnson to get MRI on sprained right ankle; leaves game, returns, makes big TD catch</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 02:23:38 +0000</pubDate>
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Texans WR Johnson makes key catch on hurt ankle

LANDOVER, Md. — Texans receiver Andre Johnson will have an MRI exam on his sprained right ankle after injuring it Sunday, leaving the game, then returning to make a tying, fourth-down touchdown catch late in the fourth quarter of Houston&#8217;s 30-27 victory over the Washington Redskins.
&#8220;We&#8217;re going ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/19/texans-wr-johnson-to-get-mri-on-sprained-right-ankle-leaves-game-returns-makes-big-td-catch-140028/">Read more : Texans WR Johnson to get MRI on sprained right ankle; leaves game, returns, makes big TD catch</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Redskins DL Albert Haynesworth inactive for Sunday&#8217;s game against Texans</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 02:02:53 +0000</pubDate>
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Redskins DL Haynesworth inactive for Texans game

LANDOVER, Md. — Defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth was inactive for the Washington Redskins&#8217; game against the Houston Texans on Sunday because of a sprained ankle.
Haynesworth hurt his ankle — the Redskins aren&#8217;t saying which one — in practice Wednesday, the latest setback in an eventful several months for the .... Source &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/19/redskins-dl-albert-haynesworth-inactive-for-sundays-game-against-texans-139995/" title="Redskins DL Albert Haynesworth inactive for Sunday&#8217;s game against Texans">Gaea News Network</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Schaub throws for 497 yards; Texans top Redskins 30-27 on Rackers&#8217; FG in OT</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:37:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joseph White</dc:creator>
		
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Texans top Redskins 30-27 in OT to move to 2-0

LANDOVER, Md. — Their quarterback threw for 497 yards. They overcame a 17-point third-quarter deficit. They&#8217;ve beaten Peyton Manning and Donovan McNabb back-to-back. They even won an overtime game for the first time.
Needless to say, these are not your older brother&#8217;s Houston Texans.
Houston won a wild ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/19/schaub-throws-for-497-yards-texans-top-redskins-30-27-on-rackers-fg-in-ot-139856/">Read more : Schaub throws for 497 yards; Texans top Redskins 30-27 on Rackers&#8217; FG in OT</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Jewish settlers, Palestinians make unlikely teammates on American football team in West Bank</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tia Goldenberg</dc:creator>
		
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Israelis, Palestinians unite on sports field

JERUSALEM — In one of the Middle East&#8217;s key flashpoints, a group of Israelis and Palestinians are putting aside their differences and teaming up on the sports field to chase a common goal.
The Judean Rebels is the first West Bank team in Israel&#8217;s amateur American football league. Most of the ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/17/jewish-settlers-palestinians-make-unlikely-teammates-on-american-football-team-in-west-bank-136381/">Read : Jewish settlers, Palestinians make unlikely teammates on American football team in West Bank</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Qatar unveils flashy stadium designs to FIFA inspectors as part of its 2022 WCup bid</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:17:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Casey</dc:creator>
		
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Qatar unveils flashy stadium designs for WCup bid

DOHA, Qatar — FIFA inspectors wrapped up their three-day visit to Qatar Thursday with a look at flashy designs for a dozen stadiums for the 2022 World Cup, including one that pulsates light.
Others are inspired by a sea urchin and modeled after an Arabic fort.
The stadiums will cost ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/16/qatar-unveils-flashy-stadium-designs-to-fifa-inspectors-as-part-of-its-2022-wcup-bid-136201/">Original article on  : Qatar unveils flashy stadium designs to FIFA inspectors as part of its 2022 WCup bid</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Qatar unveils flashy stadium designs to FIFA inspectors for 2022 WCup bid</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:32:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Casey</dc:creator>
		
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Qatar unveils flashy stadium designs for 2022 WCup

DOHA, Qatar — FIFA inspectors wrapped up their three-day visit to Qatar Thursday with a look at flashy designs for a dozen stadiums for the 2022 World Cup, including one that pulsates light.
Others are inspired by a sea urchin and modeled after an Arabic fort.
The stadiums will cost .... Read the original article &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/16/qatar-unveils-flashy-stadium-designs-to-fifa-inspectors-for-2022-wcup-bid-136177/">Qatar unveils flashy stadium designs to FIFA inspectors for 2022 WCup bid</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Former Togo official denies knowledge of letter to Bahrain federation written in his name</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:54:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ebow Godwin</dc:creator>
		
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Apparent fake letters accompanied fake Togo team

LOME, Togo — The mystery Togo team that played Bahrain in an international soccer exhibition was made up of &#8220;unidentified players and their shadowy handlers&#8221; and belonged to a &#8220;mafia group&#8221; the country&#8217;s sports minister told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Christophe Tchao said the team, which lost 3-0 in ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/15/former-togo-official-denies-knowledge-of-letter-to-bahrain-federation-written-in-his-name-135979/">Original source on Gaea Times at  : Former Togo official denies knowledge of letter to Bahrain federation written in his name</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Togo soccer federation chairman: team that played against Bahrain &#8216;completely fake&#8217;</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:00:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ebow Godwin</dc:creator>
		
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Togo soccer federation: team &#8216;completely fake&#8217;

LOME, Togo — The Togo team that lost 3-0 to Bahrain in an exhibition last week was &#8220;completely fake,&#8221; the chairman of Togo&#8217;s interim soccer federation told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
Seiyi Memene said the federation did not know the players that claimed to represent Togo in the match at ... Read more : <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/14/togo-soccer-federation-chairman-team-that-played-against-bahrain-completely-fake-135717/">Togo soccer federation chairman: team that played against Bahrain &#8216;completely fake&#8217;</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>FIFA inspectors arrive in Qatar as country makes case it can host 2022 World Cup</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:01:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Casey</dc:creator>
		
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FIFA team inspects Qatar bid for World Cup

DOHA, Qatar — Qatar officials told 2022 World Cup inspectors Tuesday that the country has the technology to cool stadiums and would establish zones where alcohol could be served to international fans.
Qatar acknowledged it &#8220;has a few challenges&#8221; to overcome in its bid, but laid out ambitious plans ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/14/fifa-inspectors-arrive-in-qatar-as-country-makes-case-it-can-host-2022-world-cup-135709/">Original article on  : FIFA inspectors arrive in Qatar as country makes case it can host 2022 World Cup</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>US has a new star in Durant, and a rare summer off after winning the world championship</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:44:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Mahoney</dc:creator>
		
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US has a new star in Durant, and a rare summer off

ISTANBUL — Mike Krzyzewski wore the gold medal that he first chased two decades earlier in the world championship.
Jerry Colangelo&#8217;s accessory wasn&#8217;t as flashy, but certainly as meaningful: Part of the net his players had cut down at the Sinan Erdem Dome was hung ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/13/us-has-a-new-star-in-durant-and-a-rare-summer-off-after-winning-the-world-championship-135486/">Original article on  : US has a new star in Durant, and a rare summer off after winning the world championship</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Phelps derives motivation for 2012 Olympics from &#8216;disappointing&#8217; performance this summer</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:13:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Ginsburg</dc:creator>
		
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Phelps&#8217; coach says Lochte is better _ for now

HUNT VALLEY, Md. — The longtime coach of Michael Phelps acknowledged Monday that the 14-time Olympic gold medalist currently isn&#8217;t the finest swimmer in the world.
Bob Bowman said Ryan Lochte deserves that distinction.
Lochte beat Phelps in the 200 individual medley and 200 backstroke finals at the U.S. ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/13/phelps-derives-motivation-for-2012-olympics-from-disappointing-performance-this-summer-135459/">Read this article on Gaea Times at  : Phelps derives motivation for 2012 Olympics from &#8216;disappointing&#8217; performance this summer</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>US wins first world basketball championship since 1994, beats Turkey 81-64 for gold</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 03:45:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Mahoney</dc:creator>
		
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Gold again: US wins world basketball championship

ISTANBUL — Kevin Durant pulled up for another impossibly long 3-pointer, wheeled and began shouting and gesturing at the rowdy fans along the sideline.
&#8220;I was just pounding my chest and letting everybody know who we are,&#8221; Durant said.
They were supposedly a &#8220;B-Team.&#8221;
They turned out to be the best team .... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/12/us-wins-first-world-basketball-championship-since-1994-beats-turkey-81-64-for-gold-135377/">Original source &nbsp;: US wins first world basketball championship since 1994, beats Turkey 81-64 for gold</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>McNabb, Shanahan have successful debuts; Redskins stops mistake-prone Cowboys in 13-7 win</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 03:44:50 +0000</pubDate>
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McNabb wins in Redskins debut, 13-7 over Cowboys

LANDOVER, Md. — Donovan McNabb put on a different uniform, and finally found a way to beat the Dallas Cowboys.
OK, it helped that his defense scored a huge momentum touchdown at the end of the first half — and then hung on to withstand a final, furious threat .... Read the original article &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/12/mcnabb-shanahan-have-successful-debuts-redskins-stops-mistake-prone-cowboys-in-13-7-win-135376/">here</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>DeAngelo Hall returns fumble 32 yards for TD, Redskins lead 10-7 after 3rd quarter</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:57:15 +0000</pubDate>
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Redskins lead 10-7 over rival Cowboys
LANDOVER, Md. — DeAngelo Hall returned a fumble 32 yards for a touchdown as time expired in the first half, leading the Washington Redskins to a 10-7 lead over the Dallas Cowboys at the end of the third quarter on Sunday night.

Dallas wide receiver Miles Austin caught a 4-yard touchdown ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/12/deangelo-hall-returns-fumble-32-yards-for-td-redskins-lead-10-7-after-3rd-quarter-135369/">Original source on Gaea Times at  : DeAngelo Hall returns fumble 32 yards for TD, Redskins lead 10-7 after 3rd quarter</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>DeAngelo Hall returns fumble 32 yards to give Redskins 10-0 lead against Cowboys</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:11:37 +0000</pubDate>
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Hall&#8217;s fumble return gives Redskins a 10-0 lead

LANDOVER, Md. — DeAngelo Hall returned a fumble 32 yards for a touchdown as time expired in the first half to give the Washington Redskins a 10-0 halftime lead over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night.
Hall forced the fumble by Cowboys running back Tashard Choice on a screen ... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/12/deangelo-hall-returns-fumble-32-yards-to-give-redskins-10-0-lead-against-cowboys-135367/">Read this article on Gaea Times at  : DeAngelo Hall returns fumble 32 yards to give Redskins 10-0 lead against Cowboys</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>Gano&#8217;s 29-yard FG gives Redskins 3-0 lead over Dallas after 1st quarter</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 01:11:43 +0000</pubDate>
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Redskins lead Cowboys 3-0 after 1st quarter

LANDOVER, Md. — Graham Gano kicked a 29-yard field goal to give the Washington Redskins a 3-0 lead over the Dallas Cowboys after the first quarter Sunday night.
The Redskins drove 69 yards on their opening possession leading to the field goal. Donovan McNabb, making his first start for Washington .... Read the original article &nbsp;: <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/12/ganos-29-yard-fg-gives-redskins-3-0-lead-over-dallas-after-1st-quarter-135358/">Gano&#8217;s 29-yard FG gives Redskins 3-0 lead over Dallas after 1st quarter</a>.]]></description>
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		<title>US captures first world championship since 1994, beats Turkey 81-64 for gold medal</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Sep 2010 20:34:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Mahoney</dc:creator>
		
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Golden again: US captures world championship

ISTANBUL — Kevin Durant beamed as he listened to his national anthem, which hadn&#8217;t been played at the end of the world championship in 16 years.
And that was no &#8220;B-Team&#8221; standing beside him on the center of the medals platform.
It was the best team in the world.
The United States won .... <a href="http://blog.taragana.com/sports/2010/09/12/us-captures-first-world-championship-since-1994-beats-turkey-81-64-for-gold-medal-135245/">Source &nbsp;: US captures first world championship since 1994, beats Turkey 81-64 for gold medal</a>.]]></description>
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