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Port-au-Prince , Haiti -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Riot police fired tear gas and sent hundreds of demonstrators running a day after Haiti 's national elections ended in turmoil amid allegations of widespread fraud . The incident took place as one of the 18 presidential candidates was denouncing the outgoing president and his endorsed candidate in a news conference broadcast live on Haitian radio . `` I have a message for -LSB- Rene -RSB- Preval and his acolyte , '' said Michel `` Sweet Mickey '' Martelly . `` Haiti does n't want you any more . '' As he spoke , hundreds of people , chanting Martelly 's name , jogged toward the center of Port-au-Prince until they were intercepted by riot police . The tide turned when police fired several canisters of tear gas into the crowd , sending Martelly 's supporters sprinting for cover . On Sunday , hours before the polls closed , Martelly and 11 other candidates for president made a joint declaration denouncing the election and calling for its cancellation . The candidates accused Preval of organizing widespread fraud in favor of his Unity Party , which is fronted by establishment candidate Jude Celestin . The dissenting candidates did not offer evidence to back up their claims . Senior officials from Haiti 's election organizing committee , the Conseil Electoral Provisoire , defended the vote and calling it a success . `` The election day has successfully concluded , '' said the committee 's director general , Pierre Opont , in a news conference Sunday night . Opont said there had been incidents at 56 polling centers out of a total of 1,500 across the country , less than 4 percent . He also said at least one person died as a result of election violence . However , there were widespread reports Sunday of disorganization and some cases of apparent cheating at the polls . `` We had observers in about 50 polling stations , and in each one we interviewed countless individuals who could not vote at that polling station because their names were n't on the electoral lists , '' said Nicole Phillips , staff attorney with the non-profit organization Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti . `` If we go ahead and certify the elections , '' Phillips said , referring to international donors that have helped fund the vote , `` then we look bad . We paid for these elections . We organized them . We trained the people . And the fact that it was horrible yesterday looks bad on us . '' On Sunday , the United Nations issued a written statement expressing `` deep concern at the numerous incidents that marred the elections . '' A spokesman for the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince said American diplomats were appealing for calm and waiting for the result of a report expected to be issued by a team of international election observers in a joint delegation from the Organization of American States and the Caribbean Community . Ambassador Colin Granderson , head of the monitoring delegation , Monday listed a large number of irregularities and problems with the election . However , he said , `` the joint mission does not believe that these irregularities , serious as some of them were , necessarily invalidate the process . '' He called the decision of the 12 presidential candidates to call for cancellation of elections hours before polls closed `` precipitous '' and `` regrettable . '' He said the vote-counting process should continue , and made a fresh appeal for calm among all parties . In addition to the presidential election , seats also were being contested in the Senate and in the lower house of parliament . Nearly all of the candidates campaigned on similar platforms -- fighting corruption , creating jobs , and addressing a series of natural disasters that has left the Caribbean nation reeling and prompted many to urge for a postponement of Sunday 's vote . According to electoral law , a candidate must win 50 percent of the vote or the election goes to a second-round runoff . Haiti 's growing political crisis comes as it struggles to cope with a deadly cholera epidemic that has killed more than 1,600 people since last month . On Monday , the turmoil appeared to be spilling over the border . A United Nations Police spokesman confirmed reports of a clash erupting on Haiti 's border with the Dominican Republic between soldiers of that nation and Haitian civilians . `` Shots were fired , '' said spokesman Jean-Francois Vezina . `` Our UNPOL people are there and trying to intervene . '' Vezina said he could not confirm reports broadcast on Haitian radio that a woman and a girl were killed in the border clash .
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Riot police fire tear gas at demonstrators after Haitian candidate 's speech . 12 of the 18 presidential candidates are alleging widespread fraud at the polls . An international monitoring official says vote-counting should continue .
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Editor 's note : Campbell Brown anchors CNN 's `` Campbell Brown : No Bias , No Bull '' at 8 p.m. ET Mondays through Fridays . She delivered this commentary during the `` Cutting through the Bull '' segment of Friday night 's broadcast . CNN 's Campbell Brown congratulates newly promoted four-star Gen. Ann Dunwoody . -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Tonight , our `` cutting through the bull '' is a Friday first , one we are thrilled to celebrate . The Pentagon 's elite club of four-star generals welcomed a new member Friday , Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody . At her ceremony Friday , she said , `` I am honored to be joining your four-star bench of general officers -- an extraordinary band of brothers who have the responsibility of guiding our nation 's Army and its incredible soldiers into the future . '' That particular band of brothers has welcomed its first sister . Watch Campbell Brown 's commentary '' Ann Dunwoody has become the first female four-star general in history . In a year where we saw some very public battles to crack the glass ceiling in politics , Dunwoody quietly shattered the military 's `` brass '' ceiling . Women make up only about 14 percent of the active duty force , with an even smaller fraction at the top . One male general was quoted as saying that given Dunwoody 's extraordinary accomplishments in the military , `` It 's too bad that the focus with this promotion will be on her gender . '' We do applaud her accomplishments , but when you are the first in the male-dominated world that is the military , that in and of itself is an accomplishment that we also think is still worth noting and celebrating . Gen. Dunwoody , congratulations . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Campbell Brown .
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Brown : First female four-star general is cause for celebration . Brown : Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody becomes first sister to join special band of brothers . Women make up only about 14 percent of the active duty force , Brown notes .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- R. Sargent Shriver , a brother-in-law to former President John F. Kennedy who was the first head of the Peace Corps , has been hospitalized in Maryland , a hospital spokeswoman said Monday . Ronna Borenstein-Levy of Suburban Hospital in Bethesda , a suburb of Washington , D.C. , provided no further details on Shriver , who is 95 and has Alzheimer 's disease . Shriver had roles in many top government initiatives of the 1960s , including Head Start and the Peace Corps . He also worked with his wife , the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver , on the Special Olympics . Mrs. Shriver died in 2009 . In addition , Shriver was Democrat George McGovern 's running mate in the 1972 presidential election won by Richard Nixon . Shriver is the father of Maria Shriver , the wife of former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger .
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The 95-year-old Shriver was the first head of the Peace Corps . He was married to Eunice Kennedy Shriver , who died in 2009 .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Werder Bremen snatched top spot in the German Bundesliga after crushing Freiburg 6-0 on Saturday , as young playmaker Mesut Ozil stole the show . The 21-year-old Germany international set up four goals and scored one himself as the home side moved ahead of previous leaders Bayer Leverkusen on goal difference , with both teams on 26 points . Unbeaten Leverkusen can regain their lead in Sunday 's trip to ailing former champions Bayern Munich , while Hamburg can move up to 26 points with victory at home to Bochum . But Bremen ensured bragging rights for at least 24 hours with a demolition job that left Freiburg just two points above the bottom three . Daniel Jansen and Ozil both hit the woodwork before the latter crossed for striker Hugo Almeida to head home the 33rd-minute opener . Marko Marin doubled the lead 10 minutes after halftime with a freekick , then Ozil teed up Almeida 's second soon after before making it 4-0 on 67 as he collected a long ball and rounded goalkeeper Simon Pouplin . Ozil was fouled in the box by Mohamadou Idrissou to allow Naldo to score from the spot six minutes later , and his cross from the left was converted by Markus Rosenberg on 82 . Schalke moved up to third place with a 2-0 win at home to Hannover , who were mourning the suicide of Germany goalkeeper Robert Enke . There was a minute 's silence before the game to commemorating his death , but it was Schalke who took the lead in the 69th minute as Jefferson Farfan headed home Rafinha 's corner . Jan Moravek sealed victory in the second minute of time added on after Enke 's deputy Florian Fromlowitz blocked a shot by Lukas Schmitz , meaning Schalke ended a three-game winless run -- and extended their unbeaten run to seven -- to move onto 25 points . Defending champions Wolfsburg lost 3-2 at home to Nuremberg , who moved out of the bottom three thanks to Peer Kluge 's last-gasp winner three minutes into stoppage time . Ten-man Stuttgart had to come from behind to earn a 1-1 draw at home to bottom club Hertha Berlin , as Zdravko Kuzmanovic 's 82nd-minute effort canceled out the 49th-minute opener by Adrian Ramos . However , the Serbian was sent off three minutes later for a second booking , but struggling Stuttgart held on . Hoffenheim crushed Cologne 4-0 to move above Hamburg on goal difference , while Borussia Monchengladbach moved away from the relegation zone with a 2-1 victory at Eintracht Frankfurt . Borussia Dortmund hosted Mainz in the late match .
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Werder Bremen snatch top spot in Bundesliga on goal difference after crushing Freiburg 6-0 . Young Germany international Mesut Ozil sets up four goals and scores one himself . Schalke move into third place after 2-0 win over Hannover , who are mourning Robert Enke . Bayer Leverkusen can reclaim top spot with a point from Sunday 's trip to Bayern Munich .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Frank Lampard missed a late penalty as Chelsea 's English Premier League lead was cut to two points following a 2-1 defeat at Manchester City on Saturday evening . Big-spending City ended a record run of seven successive draws to hand the Londoners a third league defeat this season and allow rivals Manchester United to gain ground . United romped to a 4-0 victory at lowly West Ham , but suffered more defensive problems as England internationals Gary Neville and Wes Brown joined an already lengthy injury list . It capped a miserable week for Chelsea , who were knocked out of the League Cup by Blackburn in a penalty shootout on Wednesday . Carlo Ancelotti 's team made the perfect start when City striker Emmanuel Adebayor inadvertently put the ball in his own net in the eighth minute after goalkeeper Shay Given 's save from a Nicolas Anelka shot hit him in the back and rebounded in . Adebayor made up for that misfortune eight minutes before halftime when he fired home at the second attempt when the ball fell to him after Shaun Wright-Phillips ' shot hit teammate Micah Richards , leaving Chelsea to appeal in vain for handball . Argentina forward Carlos Tevez put the home side ahead in the 56th minute when he curled in a free-kick after being fouled by Ricardo Carvalho . City lost England defenders Richards and Bridge to injury -- the latter stretchered off after a studs-first lunge by Juliano Bennetti -- before substitute fullback Nedum Onuoha gave Chelsea the chance to level in the 82nd minute when he brought down Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba . However , Given turned away England midfielder Lampard 's poor spot-kick , and the visitors were unable to rally again as captain John Terry went off with a knee injury . The England center-back is likely to miss Wednesday 's Champions League tie with Apoel Nicosia , but should be fit to face Everon next weekend . Manchester United , on the other hand , had no such worries as they continued the form that saw them brush aside Tottenham in the quarterfinals of the League Cup on Tuesday . Veteran midfielder Paul Scholes , who has been reportedly pondering his future , lashed home his 99th Premier League goal on the stroke of halftime and then his potential young successor Darren Gibson followed up his midweek double with a similarly impressive strike in the 61st minute . Brazilian midfielder Anderson crossed for Antonio Valencia to score the third from close range 10 minutes later , and the Ecuador winger set up England striker Wayne Rooney just 60 seconds after that . United boss Alex Ferguson had been forced to pair England midfielder Michael Carrick with left-back Patrice Evra in the center of defense after Neville and Brown went off injured . Rio Ferdinand and Jonny Evans are ruled out , but Ferguson hopes Serbian center-back Nemanja Vidic will recover from illness for Wednesday 's Champions League trip to Wolfsburg , with United needing a point to finish top of Group B . The defeat left Gianfranco Zola 's struggling West Ham side just a point above the relegation zone . Injury-hit Arsenal moved into third place above London rivals Tottenham , who travel to Everton on Sunday . Arsene Wenger 's team bounced back from successive 3-0 defeats by Chelsea and Manchester City , the latter in the League Cup quarterfinals in midweek , to win 2-0 at home to mid-table Stoke . Spain midfielder Cesc Fabregas missed a penalty on his 250th appearance for the Gunners after Andriy Arshavin was tripped , but the Russia forward -- playing on his own up front in the absence of Theo Walcott , Robin van Persie , Nicklas Bendtner and Eduardo -- scored the opener from a tight angle in the 26th minute . Arshavin had a shot deflected onto the crossbar before substitute midfielder Aaron Ramsey sealed victory with 11 minutes left , cutting into the box and sliding a shot past goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen . Fifth-placed Aston Villa moved level with Tottenham on 26 points after winning 3-0 at home to Hull , who lost influential midfielder Jimmy Bullard to yet another knee injury . England midfielder James Milner set up Republic of Ireland defender Richard Dunne for Villa 's 13th-minute opener , then lobbed an exquisite goal from 20 yards after goalkeeper Matt Duke was caught stranded outside his area . Substitute striker John Carew added a third from the penalty spot two minutes from time after Duke was booked for bringing down Ashley Young as Villa followed up the midweek win over Portsmouth that put Martin O'Neill 's side in the semifinals of the League Cup . Last year 's runners-up Liverpool continue to struggle after being held 0-0 away to 12th-placed Blackburn and were leapfrogged in the table by Manchester City . Birmingham City moved up to eighth place after winning 3-2 at Wigan Athletic , with Alex McLeish 's side coming from a goal down to score three in 11 second-half minutes as Sebastian Larsson scored with two free-kicks and Colombia striker Christian Benitez netted the other . Wigan , who led through a superb strike from Charles N'Zogbia , pulled one back at the end through Jordi Gomez but the defeat left Robert Martinez 's frustratingly inconsistent side in 14th place -- four points above the drop zone . Avram Grant celebrated his first victory as manager of bottom club Portsmouth with a 2-0 victory at home to Burnley , as striker Aruna Dindane made up for a first-half penalty miss by adding the second goal following defender Hermann Hreidarsson 's 65th-minute opener . Wolverhampton remained in the relegation zone despite ending a three-game losing streak by triumphing 2-1 against visiting Bolton , who dropped to second from bottom .
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Frank Lampard misses a late penalty as Chelsea lose 2-1 at Manchester City . City move up to sixth place after ending a record run of seven successive draws . Manchester United cut Chelsea 's league lead to two points , winning 4-0 at West Ham . United suffer more defensive problems as Gary Neville and Wes Brown go off with injuries .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Maria Sharapova put memories of her first round defeat at last year 's Australian Open firmly behind her with a convincing opening victory over Tamarine Tanasugarn of Thailand . Former champion Sharapova was shocked by fellow Russian Maria Kirilenko in 2010 as she struggled to find her best form after shoulder surgery , but all that was forgotten with a 6-1 6-3 victory at Melbourne Park on Monday . Given the first slot again on the showpiece Rod Laver Arena , Sharapova dropped the first game to love after serving two double faults and admitted thoughts of her loss last year were at the back of her mind . `` I was definitely a little bit nervous in the first game , '' Sharapova told the official Australian Open website . `` Last year I played first match on center and lost . I really did n't want that to happen again . In the middle of the first set , I started swinging a little bit . '' Should the Australian Open be played in February ? The 14th seed then reeled off the next six games to take the opener in just 25 minutes . Sharapova trailed 3-1 in the second set before a run of five straight wins enabled her to close out a comfortable win . Top seed Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark also came through a tough-looking opener against Argentina 's Gisela Dulko , the world number one in doubles . Wozniacki won 6-3 6-4 in one hour 40 minutes , putting an early defeat at last week 's WTA tournament in Sydney behind her as she bids for her first grand slam title . Australian Open : From nomad to nouveau riche . With defending champion Serena Williams absent through injury , her sister Venus Williams is hoping to keep the title in the family and the fourth seed made a convincing start , beating Italian Sara Errani 6-3 6-2 in their first round match . French Open champion Francesca Schiavone dropped the first set to Spain 's Arantxa Para Santonja before winning 6-7 6-2 6-4 . Last week 's winner in Sydney , China 's Li Na , continued her fine form with a 6-1 7-5 win over Swede Sofia Arvidsson to advance . Former world number one Justine Henin , playing her first WTA tour match since losing to fellow Belgian Kim Clijsters in the last 16 at Wimbledon last year , came through a tough test against India 's Sania Mirza . Henin won 5-7 6-3 6-1 to set up a second-round clash with Britain 's Elena Baltacha . Henin , who has been sidelined with an elbow injury told the official website : `` I think I need this kind of match to really get into the tournament like I want to be and at my best level . '' Clijsters , looking to win back to back grand slams after retaining the U.S. Open title , has a difficult first round match Tuesday against former world number one Dinara Safina .
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NEW : Justine Henin beats Sania Mirza of India in three sets in her comeback match . Maria Sharapova beats Tamarine Tanasugarn in Australian Open first round . 2008 champion Sharapova beaten at same stage last year by Maria Kirilenko . Venus Williams and world number one Caroline Wozniacki advance .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Having won 24 trophies in 23 seasons , Alex Ferguson has established himself as the most successful manager in British football history . Sir Alex Ferguson : English football 's most successful manager with 24 titles . But the 67-year-old Manchester United manager , who has brought 10 league titles to the Red Devils in his time there , established his name in football long before he moved to the Old Trafford club in 1986 . Born Alexander Chapman Ferguson in Glasgow on New Year 's Eve 1941 , Ferguson started his playing career as an amateur at Scottish side Queen 's Park when he was just 16 , while working as an apprentice tool-worker at the local shipyards . His first move as a player was to St Johnstone , where he secured his big break . Ferguson scored a hat-trick in an unlikely win against top side Rangers and in the summer of 1964 Dunfermline Athletic offered him his first professional contract . Ferguson went on to score 66 goals for Dunfermline before a move to Rangers . In 1969 he was blamed for a goal through which Rangers lost the Scottish Cup Final . He eventually left and ended his playing career with stints at Falkirk and Ayr United . At just 32 , Ferguson secured his first coaching contract with East Stirlingshire . He managed to bring an improvement in the team 's results and soon moved to St. Mirren -- where he would enjoy his first major success . Ferguson brought the struggling second division team into the top flight , where they claimed the first division title in 1977 . Aberdeen was the next challenge for Ferguson -- and it was here that he established himself as a world-class manager . See top moments from Ferguson 's management career '' In 1980 he claimed the Scottish league crown with Aberdeen -- the first time in 15 years it had not been won by Rangers or Celtic . Success continued , and in the 1982-83 season he remarkably took Aberdeen to European Cup Winners ' Cup glory , beating Spanish giants Real Madrid 2-1 in the final . Ferguson joined Manchester United in 1986 where , in his 23 years at the club , he has won the Premier League 10 times , the FA Cup five times , the European Champions League twice and the FIFA Club World Cup once . Despite some low points -- particularly in late 1989 , when many believed he might be sacked after a terrible start to the season -- Ferguson has managed a team which has enjoyed consistent success through a period of rapid change in football . He has also nurtured players like David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo , bringing them to the top of their game . His success has not gone unnoticed off the field either . He has won the World Soccer Magazine World Manager of the Year accolade on four occasions and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth in 1999 , following his induction as both an Officer and Commander of the Order of the British Empire . On a personal note , he has been married to wife Cathy since 1966 and they have three sons . Darren is the current manager of English third-tier club Peterborough . At 67 , it is not certain how much longer Alex Ferguson has left in the game and has hinted in recent years that he might step down . But , as he steers his team towards potentially another Premier League title this season , there is no doubting how he will be remembered : one of the greatest football managers ever .
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Alex Ferguson is the most successful manager in English football . Born in 1941 , Ferguson has played and managed football at top levels . Players he has nurtured include David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo . He has hinted in recent years he may step down soon -- but keeps winning titles .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Arjen Robben scored twice on his debut as Bayern Munich gave new coach Louis Van Gaal his first victory with a 3-0 crushing of German Bundesliga champions Wolfsburg on Saturday . Two-goal Arjen Robben made an immediate impact following his transfer from Real Madrid . The Dutch winger netted both goals in the second half to add to Mario Gomez 's first-half opener at the Allianz Arena . The victory left Bayern five points behind new leaders Bayer Leverkusen , who went three points clear after four games with a 2-1 victory at home to Bochum earlier on Saturday . Visiting Wolfsburg crashed to a second successive defeat , having lost 4-2 to Hamburg last weekend . Armin Veh 's team went behind in the 27th minute when Germany striker Gomez pounced for his second goal of the season after Diego Benaglio could only parry Hamit Altintop 's long-range shot . Van Gaal brought on Robben , signed during the week from Spanish big-spenders Real Madrid , at the start of the second half . His first goal was set up by fellow substitute Franck Ribery in the 69th minute , with the Dutchman 's shot taking a slight deflection off Andrea Barzagli . Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko hit the post in the 72nd minute and his fellow frontman Grafite had an effort cleared off the line by Philipp Lahm soon after . But Robben settled Bayern 's nerves in the 81st minute from a counter-attack , with France star Ribery again involved . Leverkusen trailed Bochum in the 32nd minute when Manuel Friedrich put the ball into his own net , deflecting Joel Epalle 's shot past goalkeeper Rene Adler . But the defender made amends four minutes before halftime when he headed home Michael Kadlec 's long free-kick to equalize . Stefan Kiessling fired the winner with just over 20 minutes remaining with a right-foot effort from a cross by Toni Kross for his fourth goal of the season . In Saturday 's other games , Freiburg ended Schalke 's unbeaten run as Cha Du-Ri 's goal five minutes before halftime gave the visitors their first win since returning to the top flight . Hoffenheim also claimed a first victory of the league season , winning 1-0 at Hannover thanks to Carlos Eduardo 's first-half strike . Eintracht Frankfurt drew 1-1 at home to Borussia Dortmund , with Ioannis Amanatidis canceling out Mohamed Zidan 's opener for the visitors . Nurnberg moved a point above bottom club Cologne -- who face Hamburg on Sunday -- after a 0-0 draw at Stuttgart .
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Arjen Robben scores twice on his debut as Bayern Munich notch first victory . Dutch winger 's double comes in 3-0 win over German champions Wolfsburg . Victory leaves Louis Van Gaal 's side five points behind Bayer Leverkusen . Leverkusen three points clear at the top after 2-1 win at home to Bochum .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Defender turned striker Daniel van Buyten scored an 88th minute winner for Bayern Munich to give them a much-needed 2-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt to revive their Bundesliga title challenge . The Belgian was pushed up front by coach Louis van Gaal after Italian striker Luca Toni was substituted and he came up trumps with a late header . It made amends for his sending off in the 2-1 Champions League defeat to Bordeaux in midweek . The win also takes the Bavarian giants to fifth place in the German standings with 18 points after 10 games , four points adrift of Bayer Leverkusen , who were held 1-1 by Borussia Dortmund on Friday night . Alexander Meier put the visitors in front on the hour mark at the Allianz Arena , but Dutch ace Arjen Robben , returning to first team action after injury , equalized 10 minutes later after Mario Gomez won an aerial battle to set him up to slot home . Bayern coach van Gaal was relieved to claim the three points after their midweek setback in Europe . `` We created several good chances against opponents who were very defensively minded , '' he told reporters . Hoffenheim ended a two-goal losing run with a 3-0 home win over Nuremberg to move up to sixth in the standings , a point behind Bayern . Christian Eichner with a 30-meter blast and prolific striker Vedad Ibisevic scored within four minutes in the first half to put Ralf Rangnick 's side on the way to three points . Argentina 's Franco Zuculini completed the scoring just after the hour mark with a fierce shot . Elsewhere , Mainz thrashed fellow promoted side Freiburg 3-0 with captain Tim Hoogland scoring twice in the second half as they moved up to seventh . A solitary goal by Didier Konan was enough to lead Hannover 96 to victory over Stuttgart , the goal coming after 31 minutes while Borussia Moenchengladbach snapped a five-game losing streak in a goalless draw against Cologne .
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Daniel van Buyten rescues Bayern with late winner at Allianz Arena . Belgian defender 's goal secures 2-1 home win over Eintracht Frankfurt . Hoffenheim up to sixth with 3-0 home win over Nuremberg . Ninth round leaders SV Hamburg play on Sunday .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Moments have defined the Olympic Games as much as individual accomplishments . Take a look at 10 snapshots in time that transcended sport and have become a part of history . Cathy Freeman in 2000 : Australia 's pride lights up Sydney with a golden smile . Freeman lights up Sydney : At the time , the 2000 Summer Games in Sydney , Australia , were declared the best Olympics ever . One performer , host country 's Cathy Freeman , stood above all other athletes . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Dark cloud over sprinting : 1988 was the moment when athletics lost its innocence . Canadian Ben Johnson 's showdown against Carl Lewis in the 100-meter sprint turned into a headline-dominating doping scandal and a national disgrace for Canada . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Budd v. Decker : Maricica Puica of Romania won the women 's 3,000 meters final in Los Angeles in 1984 . But everyone watching the race went away speaking of American Mary Decker and South African Zola Budd . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Munich : In the early hours of September 5 , 1972 , there would have seemed nothing immediately untoward about the sight of nine men , wearing tracksuits and carrying sports bags emblazoned with the Olympic rings , demonstrating their athletic prowess by scaling the walls around the athletes ' compound . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Beamon 's leap : Few feats can compare with the record-shattering leap that won American Bob Beamon the long jump gold medal in Mexico City in 1968 . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Black power : Of all the many occasions on which the Games have been used as a stage for political dissent , however , few , if any , were as powerful or eloquent as the moment at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics when Tommie Smith and John Carlos stood on the winner 's podium and gave a Black Power salute in protest at continued racial oppression in their native United States . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Bikila 's triumph : The fact that modern long distance running is so closely associated with athletes of east African origin is largely due to Abebe Bikila 's pioneering success in Rome in 1960 . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Owens at Berlin : In the history of the modern Olympics few , if any , performances have captured the popular imagination in quite the same way as that of American Jesse Owens at the 1936 Berlin Games . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . 1956 : Blood in the water : Hungary 's water polo semifinal against the Soviet Union in Melbourne in 1956 may be unrivaled in the political symbolism it carried . -LRB- Full story -RRB- . Falling short in 1908 : Among the many memorable moments associated with the Olympic marathon , none are more infamous than Dorando Pietri 's failure to win the race in London in 1908 . -LRB- Full story -RRB- .
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Olympic moments often transcend sport , with political overtones . Modern Olympics have witnessed protests , suffered from terrorism . Olympics often provide athletes stage to air views on society .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- French legend Julien Absalon took his status to new heights when he became the first rider to defend the men 's mountain bike Olympic title . Sabine Spitz of Germany celebrates her victory in the women 's mountain bike on Saturday . Absalon kept the gold in French hands for the third Olympics in a row -- following Miguel Martinez 's victory at Sydney in 2000 -- thanks to a commanding display early in the 36km race which left his rivals trailing . `` The Olympic Games is a massive motivation for every athlete and four years passes quickly , as it has from Athens to Beijing , '' said Absalon , who finished well ahead of compatriot Jean-Christophe Peraud with Nino Schurter pipping world champion and Swiss compatriot Christoph Sauser to the bronze medal . A highly-fancied Swiss trio failed to match Absalon 's early pace after he had begun to steadily grind out a lead by the second of the eight scheduled laps . `` It 's great to do the double . It feels totally different -LRB- from 2004 -RRB- , but this just confirms what I achieved in Athens , '' added Absalon , who denied that he had made his victory look easy . `` I had as tough a race as everyone else . When I saw the chance to make the break I went for it . After that I really gave it everything I had . '' In the women 's 27km mountain bike race , defending champion Gunn-Rita Dahle from Norway was one of several contenders to fall victim to a course that was finally mastered by Germany 's Sabine Spitz . The 36-year-old , who only began racing at the relatively late age of 22 , was determined to improve on her bronze medal in Athens . She started fast and was soon racing on her own to gold ahead of Poland 's Maja Wloszczowska , who finished with the silver ahead of Russian Irina Kalentieva . `` I feel pure joy at what I have finally achieved after so many years of hard work , '' said Spitz . `` Winning the gold medal at the Olympic Games is the crowning glory . '' The first boxing medals were decided on Saturday with Felix Diaz of the Dominican Republic winning his country 's first ever Olympic boxing title after beating Thailand 's Manus Boonjumnong to take the light-welterweight gold . But Thailand made amends in the flyweight final when Somjit Jongjohor comfortably out-pointing Cuban Andris Laffita 8-2 to claim his first Olympic gold . Vasyl Lomachenko of Ukraine won the featherweight gold medal , capping a spectacular run through the tournament with a first-round stoppage of France 's Khedafi Djelkhir . James Degale of Britain won the middleweight gold medal , upsetting Cuba 's Emilio Correa in a sloppy bout , while Correa failed to emulate his father 's gold medal performance for Cuba in 1972 . Rakhim Chakhkiev of Russia gained revenge on Italy 's world champion Clemente Russo by claiming heavyweight gold . Chakhkiev was beaten by Russo in the final of the world championships . China 's Ma Lin won gold in the men 's singles table tennis tournament , defeating teammate Wang Hao to secure a clean sweep of all gold medals on offer to the host nation . World number two Ma fought off world number one Wang in a scorching final strewn with fast and furious rallies to win 4-1 and cement China 's status as the superpower of the sport . The victory hands China a clean sweep of all six medals in the singles competition , after teammate Wang Liqin removed the last obstacle to the Chinese Wall -- defeating Sweden 's veteran Jorgen Persson for the bronze medal . A goal from Christopher Zeller in the 16th minute gave Germany the men 's field hockey gold medal by defeating Spain 1-0 in the final . Australia took the bronze with a 6-2 win over the Netherlands in the play-off between the losing semifinalists . Australian Matthew Mitcham won the men 's 10m platform diving title to spoil China 's bid for a sweep of all eight diving gold medals . China 's Zhou Luxin settled for silver , while Russia 's Gleb Galperin claimed the bronze medal . Elsewhere , on the penultimate day of competition , Russia won the team event and swept both gold medals in synchronized swimming for the third consecutive Olympics . Russia finished with a combined 99.500 points after Saturday 's free routine . Spain took the silver with 98.251 points and China claimed the bronze with 97.334 . Anastasia Ermakova and Anastasia Davydova already won gold in the duet on Wednesday and were also part of Russia 's eight-woman squad for the team event . Norway 's women 's handball team won their first Olympic gold medal , beating Russia 34-27 in the final . Norway rushed to an 8-1 lead after just eight minutes and remained well ahead for the rest of Saturday 's match . Neither Norway nor Russia has ever won a gold medal in women 's handball . Brazil won their first women 's volleyball gold medal after defeating the United States 25-15 18-25 25-13 25-21 in a hard-fought final . Saturday also saw the remaining six disciplines decided in the canoeing , with Ken Wallace of Australia winning the gold medal in the men 's 500-meter kayak singles . The first-time Olympian won in one minute , 37.252 seconds from Adam van Koeverden of Canada . Briton Tim Brabants took the bronze medal to add to the gold he won in the 1,000 m race . Inna Osypenko-Radomska of Ukraine won gold in the women 's 500-meter kayak singles , just nipping Italy in a tight finish . Osypenko-Radomska 's time of 1:50.673 seconds was enough to just pip Josefa Idem of Italy , with Germany 's Katrin Wagner-Augustin taking bronze . Saul Craviotto and Carlos Perez of Spain won gold medal in the men 's 500-meter kayak doubles , slipping past the defending Olympic champions for victory . Craviotto and Perez clocked 1:28.736 seconds to edge Ronald Rauhe and Tim Wieskotter into silver in a major shock as the German pair have been world champions since 2001 . Raman Piatrushenka and Vadzim Makhneu of Belarus took bronze . Katalin Kovacs and Natasa Janic of Hungary won the gold medal in the women 's 500-meter kayak doubles , successfully defending their Olympic triumph in Athens . The two-time world champions saw off Beata Mikolajczyk and Aneta Konieczna of Poland with the French tandem of Marie Delattre and Anne-Laure Viard taking bronze . Maxim Opalev of Russia took gold medal in the men 's 500-meter canoe singles , giving him his third medal in the last three Olympics and first gold . Opalev took bronze four years ago in the Athens Games and silver in Sydney . David Cal of Spain won his second silver medal in two days , after also finishing second in the 1,000 m. Iurii Cheban of Ukraine took the bronze medal . Meng Guanliang and Yang Wenjun of China took gold in the men 's 500-meter canoe doubles , successfully defending their Olympic triumph in Athens . Sergey Ulegin and Alexander Kostoglod of Russia won silver while the German pair of Christian Gille and Thomasz Wylenzek took bronze . Mexico 's Maria del Rosario Espinoza won the gold medal in the women 's 67kg taekwondo category . Espinoza , the 2007 world champion , easily defeated Norway 's Nina Solheim on points after going ahead in the first round and never falling behind . Winning bronze were Britain 's Sarah Stevenson , who defeated Egypt 's Noha Abd Rabo , and Brazil 's Natalia Falavigna , who outscored Sweden 's Karolina Kedzierska . Russia 's Evgeniya Kanaeva won gold in the rhythmic gymnastics individual all-around competition , posting the highest score in all four rotations of the event . Her final total of 75.500 points was enough to beat Inna Zhukova of Belarus , who gained 71.925 points for the silver . Anna Bessonova of the Ukraine had 71.875 points for her second straight bronze . In women 's basketball , Lisa Leslie of the United States capped off her illustrious Olympic career with a fourth straight gold medal , scoring 14 points in a 92-65 victory over Australia . She joined former teammate Teresa Edwards as the only basketball players ever to win four Olympic gold medals . `` It 's a blessing for me to be out on this floor , now participating in my fourth Olympics and walking away with a fourth gold medal , '' Leslie told the Associated Press . Russia took the bronze , beating hosts China 94-81 as Becky Hammon scored 22 points . The Australians have now lost to the Americans in the gold medal game in the past three Olympics with all three defeats coming by double-digit margins .
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Julien Absalon becomes the first rider to defend the men 's mountain bike title . 36-year-old German Sabine Spitz claims victory in the women 's mountain bike . China complete a table tennis clean sweep with the gold medal won by Ma Lin . Australian Matthew Mitcham denies China clean sweep of diving golds .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- He is hailed as a god in his native Argentina , has been a vital part of the country 's culture since the mid-70s and is largely considered to be one of the greatest footballers of all time . Maradona 's crowning achievement was captaining Argentina to World Cup glory in 1986 . Now , 11 years since retiring from playing , Diego Maradona is making a triumphant return to the sport as the Argentine national coach . However , his checkered past has made Maradona something of a surprise choice . The 48-year-old has regularly courted controversy -- not with-standing his well-publicized drug-addiction . His talent has never been in doubt , though , and his performances on a domestic and world stage are the stuff of legend . Since beginning his career as a 15-year-old with Argentinos Juniors , Maradona has attracted legions of fans . At club level , Maradona won the Argentine title with Boca Juniors , prompting a high-profile move to European football , where he won the Copa del Rey with Barcelona . But it was at Napoli that his presence was really felt . When he arrived , the club were not considered title contenders in Serie A , but with Maradona 's arrival , the southern side were transformed into one of Italian football 's dominant forces . During his time with Napoli , the club won the Scudetto twice , the Coppa Italia and the UEFA Cup . And his status as a national hero was further cemented during his performances in the 1982 , 1986 and 1990 World Cups . Though he briefly shone in his World Cup debut in 1982 , before an act of petulance saw him sent off against Brazil , it was the 1986 tournament in Mexico that Maradona made his own . Maradona took the finals by the scruff of the neck , scoring five times , including one of the greatest goals ever scored in the 2-1 quarterfinal win over England -- as well as creating more controversy with his infamous `` hand of God '' goal in the same match . But his iconic status as a footballer is only outshone by his wild private life . His time at Napoli came to an abrupt end after he was found in possession of cocaine , and his last World Cup as a player , USA 1994 , was beset with controversy , as he was sent home early after failing a drugs test . And the Maradona soap opera has continued after his retirement . Since quitting in 1997 , he has spent a great deal of time in drug rehabilitation clinics in Cuba and Switzerland , where he combated his addiction to cocaine . He has also been subject to dramatic weight gain , struggling with obesity and eventually undergoing gastric bypass surgery to prevent any further fluctuations in his size . In recent years he has also been treated for the affects of alcohol abuse and his health has been a cause for much concern among the world 's sports media . He has been hit by hepatitis at least twice and in 2004 he was rushed to hospital after a heart attack , following a cocaine overdose . And at times he has even seemed mentally unstable -- in a famous incident the one time chat show fired a gun at media waiting outside his house , hitting and injuring four . But , despite the negative stories that have circulated about Maradona , he is still regarded as a national hero in Argentina . No-one can doubt his skills as a player , but it has certainly raised a few eyebrows that he has been put in charge of an Argentina team that is struggling to hold its own in the World Cup qualifiers . Whether he can strategize like a professional manager is yet to be seen , but simply by being Maradona , he will prove to be a great figurehead for the team .
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Diego Maradona is a football legend in Argentina , one of the world 's greats . His skills at Napoli and for the Argentina national side are highly praised . He has a reputation for leading a wild private life , was addicted to cocaine .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- More than 1 billion people all over the globe will observe the 40th anniversary of Earth Day today , which promises to be the largest since that first event in 1970 . In 2010 , the environmental challenges we face are global and call for new solutions . Forty years ago we were reactive . In 1969 , the year before the first Earth Day , two environmental disasters grabbed the country 's attention : a massive oil spill coated the coast of Santa Barbara , California , and the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland , Ohio , grew so polluted that it actually caught fire . Forty years later , with climate change looming and no strong international agreement in place despite the Copenhagen Climate conference , environmental activists are taking a proactive stance . They are arming themselves with the internet and social media to create another grass-roots movement for change , even larger than the first . How countries like India and China solve their future energy needs has an impact on people everywhere -- many developing countries are now pulling ahead of the United States on renewable energy -- and how the United States addresses its key issues will have an equal impact . Americans of all political stripes can agree on certain essential goals , such as how we must preserve the world 's natural wonders for generations to come and how we must live in harmony with this world of finite natural resources . But not everyone sees the bigger picture -- that the global economy will improve by moving away from dependence on fossil fuel , that investments in renewable energy can create jobs and that a new revolution is needed to replace the outdated Industrial Revolution . It took 150 years to transform our agrarian society to an industrial one . But today , we do n't have the luxury of time . Climate solutions are urgently needed . The challenge is to move from carbon-based energy and industrial systems into a post-carbon , or green , economy . A green economy relies on renewable energy and the creation of green jobs to prevent further pollution and resource depletion and sustain economic growth . Economic growth , quality jobs and energy independence are not mutually exclusive . According to studies gathered by the Environmental and Energy Study Group , a Washington energy think tank , energy efficiency employs 8 million and renewable energy employs 450,000 in the United States . The Earth Day Network and its partners are orchestrating large events in New York ; Rabat , Morocco ; Kolkata , India ; Buenos Aires , Argentina , and Tokyo , Japan . A massive climate rally is planned for Washington on April 25 . Earth Day Network is backed by more than 20,000 organizations spanning 190 countries . All these organizations have a stake in climate change , development and growth , national security and energy policy -- geopolitical issues that must be addressed . Earth Day has become a year-round imperative . From public meetings to civic action , Earth Day 's influence has created a green generation of activists , business leaders , and government leaders who are creating a new global green future worthy of the aspirations of the first Earth Day . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Kathleen Rogers .
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Kathleen Rogers : More than a billion people to take part in the 40th Earth Day . Rogers : How nations like India , U.S. , China solve their future energy needs affects the world . Rogers says global economy will benefit if it no longer depends on fossil fuel . She says problems ca n't wait ; renewable energy and green jobs are the future .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Italian teenager Federico Macheda enjoyed a remarkable debut to English football as he curled home an injury-time winner that sent Manchester United back to the top of the Premier League with a thrilling 3-2 home win over Aston Villa . Macheda receives a hug from manager Sir Alex Ferguson after scoring Manchester United 's last-gasp winner . It seemed United would have to settle for a point after Cristiano Ronaldo 's double had only proved enough to keep United level against a Villa side that thoroughly deserved a lead provided by John Carew and Gabriel Agbonlahor . But 17-year-old substitute Macheda , a former member of the Lazio academy who arrived at Old Trafford in 2007 , was to have the last word . Who is Federico Macheda ? At exactly the same moment as Yossi Benayoun struck for Liverpool at Fulham on Saturday , Macheda turned onto Ryan Giggs ' low pass before unleashing a stunning shot that curled past Brad Friedel and sent Old Trafford into ecstasy . United , missing a host of players including Rio Ferdinand , Nemanja Vidic , Wayne Rooney and Paul Scholes , started poorly against an out-of-form Villa side who had gone eight matches without victory . However , a stunning piece of skill from Cristiano Ronaldo gave them a 14th - minute lead . James Milner and Friedel got themselves into a muddle , forcing the Villa keeper to handle a back pass . The resulting free-kick saw Ryan Giggs brush the ball to Ronaldo , who sent a fierce shot over the wall and into the roof of Friedel 's net in a flash . Villa were not to be denied and they drew level when Gareth Barry wriggled his way into space by the touchline and Carew crept between Gary Neville and John O'Shea to steer a deft header into the bottom corner of the net . The visitors then took a deserved lead on the hour mark when Ronaldo gifted possession to Stiliyan Petrov , who swept upfield unopposed . He found Carew , whose perfect cross was headed home by Agbonlahor . The goal stung United into life and they levelled with 13 minutes remaining when Michael Carrick exchanged first-time passes with Giggs on the edge of the Villa box , before presenting Ronaldo with a lay-off . The world player of the year did not have a lot to aim at but he found the one small gap Friedel was unable to cover . A draw would have been a fair result , but United poured forward and in the third minute of five added on minutes at the end of the match , Macheda delivered the killer blow to leave the defending champions a point clear of Liverpool at the top with a game in hand . Meanwhile , in the day 's other match , Everton moved to within one point of Villa in sixth position after a comfortable 4-0 victory over Wigan , courtesy of a double from on-loan Manchester City striker Jo .
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Federico Macheda scores an injury-time winner as Manchester defeat Villa 3-2 . The win lifts champions above Liverpool to top of Premier League by one point . Everton consolidate sixth place in table after a comfortable 4-0 win over Wigan .
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WASHINGTON -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- U.S. authorities have ratcheted up pressure on one of Mexico 's most notorious drug cartels , releasing new details about the so-called Gulf Cartel 's operations and offering up to a $ 50 million reward for the arrest of its leaders . These are weapons that the Mexican army said it seized from the ruthless Gulf Cartel in 2008 . A federal indictment unsealed Monday charged Miguel Trevino Morales , a leader of the northern Mexico-based Gulf Cartel , of operating a criminal enterprise , cocaine distribution and firearms violations . Concurrently , prosecutors updated a separate indictment against three other top leaders of the Gulf Cartel : Antonio Cardenas Guillen , Jorge Eduardo Costilla and Heriberto Lazcano , for drug trafficking related crimes , all believed to be at large in Mexico . Fifteen other suspected cartel members are also named in that indictment . `` We have learned that the most effective way to disrupt and dismantle criminal organizations is to prosecute their leaders and seize their funding , '' Assistant Attorney General Lanny Breuer said in a statement . To that end , the departments of justice , state and treasury are working together to place pressure on the Gulf Cartel and what authorities describe as its ruthless enforcement arm , known as Los Zetas . The Department of the Treasury designated the four top bosses named in the indictments as Specially Designated Narcotics Traffickers , which authorizes the freezing of any assets they hold in the United States and other sanctions . The Gulf Cartel and Zetas , nicknamed collectively as `` The Company , '' are among the major drug cartels that are behind the drug-related violence that has swept Mexico in recent years , according to authorities . Since taking office in 2006 , Mexican President Felipe Calderon has made fighting the cartels a major priority . The group also operates in cities across the United States , authorities said . The court documents detail telephone conversations between the four leaders and more than a dozen other cartel members allegedly discussing the transportation and smuggling of cocaine and marijuana into the United States . `` These indictments allege a stunning and sophisticated operation by ` The Company ' to move illegal drugs into our communities and cash back to Mexico , '' Breuer said . The State Department is offering a rewards totaling up to $ 50 million for information leading to the capture of four top leaders and six other cartel lieutenants .
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U.S. authorities ratchet up the pressure on Mexico 's notorious Gulf Cartel . Federal indictment names leader , three other top players in drug cartel . Plan to disrupt cartel : `` Prosecute their leaders and seize their funding '' Enforcement arm of cartel is known as Los Zetas ; cartel operates in U.S. cities .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- David Beckham has confirmed that he is almost certain to return to Italian club AC Milan on loan when the transfer window re-opens in January . David Beckham has helped LA Galaxy reach the MLS playoffs for the first time since 2005 . The Los Angeles Galaxy star , who earned his 115th international cap for England in Wednesday night 's World Cup qualifier against Belarus , had a successful spell at the Serie A club in the second half of last season . `` The Milan deal is almost done , and hopefully that will be sorted out in the next month and I 'll probably be going there at the end of December , '' the 34-year-old told reporters after being named man of the match for his 30-minute cameo appearance in the 3-0 Wembley victory . `` The move to Milan is close . I 've always said I want to go back there and Milan have said they 've wanted me from the time I left there . `` They are still saying the same now . It is 95 percent done and dusted , so I do n't see why it is not going to happen now . '' Beckham has been told by England coach Fabio Capello that he must be playing in a competitive European league is he is going to have a chance of playing at his fourth World Cup finals . `` Am I on target for a World Cup spot ? There is a long time to go , a lot of games to play , a lot of the season left , '' the midfielder said . `` We will see . I 'll carry on working hard , playing as hard as I can , and just to give myself a chance . `` If I 'm in the squad , then great , and if not , then we 've got a strong squad of players that can go to Africa and make it interesting . We all have to prove ourselves every game and every training session that we want to be in the squad and in the team for every game , and not just the World Cup , '' Beckham added . England had already qualified for South Africa before the final two qualifiers , and Beckham was an unused substitute in Saturday 's 1-0 defeat in the Ukraine . He was brought on against Belarus with England 1-0 ahead and immediately brought cohesion to an experimental lineup as his first touch -- an unexpected short corner -- gave Shaun Wright-Phillips room to fire in the second goal . Beckham also hit the post late in the match as he was denied his first goal at England 's national stadium , after striker Peter Crouch had wrapped up the win with his second of the match and 18th in 35 matches . Beckham 's move to Milan in January was unpopular with the Galaxy 's fans and his teammates , but he seems to have won them over in recent weeks after helping the club reach the Major League Soccer playoffs for the first time since 2005 . On Sunday , LA travel to Houston to take on the Dynamos , who are tied with the Galaxy on 44 points at the top of the Western Conference along with Chivas USA , with two matches of the regular season still to play .
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David Beckham confirms he is almost certain to return to Italian club AC Milan . The LA Galaxy midfielder says the loan move is `` 95 percent done and dusted '' 34-year-old needs to be playing in Europe to have chance of World Cup place . Beckham won his 115th international cap in England 's 3-0 win against Belarus .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Spanish Primera Liga big-spenders Real Madrid have pruned their squad after their summer transfer splurge by completing the sales of Dutchmen Arjen Robben to Bayern Munich and Wesley Sneijder to Inter Milan . Arjen Robben -LRB- left -RRB- meets his new coach Louis van Gaal after completing his move to Bayern Munich . Robben , 25 , has moved to the Bundesliga for an undisclosed fee on a four-year contract , while Sneijder has joined the Italian Serie A champions also on a four-year contract for a reported 15 million euros -LRB- $ 22m -RRB- . Both players will wear the number 10 jerseys for their new clubs . Robben could make his debut in Saturday 's mouth-watering clash with German champions Wolfsburg , with Bayern coach Louis van Gaal telling the club 's official Web site : `` I am very happy to have another creative player . Arjen is a very explosive player . '' Robben said Bayern had `` given me a good feeling '' from the moment they first signalled their interest in signing him . `` I feel very welcome here , '' he told the club 's Web site . `` This is a big club with a great history and I am delighted to be here now . '' Robben 's chances of being a regular in Real 's star-studded side appeared to have reduced when Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka were both signed this summer , but the former Chelsea winger still seemed keen to stay at the Bernabeu . That was until Bayern firmed up their interest and offered him the opportunity to play on a more regular basis . `` Everything went so quickly , '' he revealed . `` There were a few things that I had to consider and in the end I decided that I would like to transfer to a big club like FC Bayern . '' While , Bayern were parading their new signing , Sneijder , also 25 , was being introduced to the Italian media after finalizing his move . Sneijder joined Madrid in 2007 after five years with Ajax , and in his first season in Spain helped his new club win the Primera Division title . The two Dutchmen are the latest in a long line of players to leave Madrid this summer in the wake of the club 's phenomenal spending spree that has seen them splash out over 250 million euros -LRB- $ 357m -RRB- on players such as Ronaldo , Kaka , Karim Benzema and Xavi Alonso . Aside from Sneijder and Robben , fellow-Dutchman Klaas Jan Huntelaar has been sold to AC Milan , Alvaro Negredo has joined Sevilla , while the likes of Javier Saviola , Michel Salgado , Gabriel Heinze , Fabio Cannavaro and Javi Garcia have also bid farewell to Madrid this summer . Meanwhile , it has been another busy day of transfer activity in the English Premier League with plenty of deals going through . Everton have completed the signing of Portsmouth defender Sylvain Distin on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee . The 31-year-old Frenchman will replace Joleon Lescott in the center of the Merseyside club 's defence , following the England international 's protracted sale to Manchester City . Meanwhile , Portsmouth , who have seen a host of top players leave this summer culminating in Distin 's exit , have gone some way to restoring the depth of their squad by bringing in a remarkable four players on a hectic day at Fratton Park . Midfielder Michael Brown , 32 , has joined from Wigan for an undisclosed fee while two players have joined on loan ; Tottenham midfielder Jamie O'Hara and Ivorian striker Aruna Dindane from Lens with a view to a permanent move . Meanwhile , O'Hara 's Tottenham team-mate Kevin-Prince Boateng -- who spent last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund -- has also joined Portsmouth on a three-year contract for a fee of $ 6.5 m . The 22-year-old German midfielder has failed to establish himself at White Hart Lane since joining from Hertha Berlin in 2007 . Sunderland have completed their sixth signing of the summer with the capture of Lyon 's Ghanaian international defender John Mensah on a season-long loan with a view to a permanent deal . Elsewhere , West Ham have completed the signing of highly-rated striker Alessandro Diamanti from Serie A side Livorno for an undisclosed fee . Diamanti , 26 , has penned a five-year contract at Upton Park after agreeing personal terms and passing a medical -- while Stoke have completed the signing of Turkish international striker Tuncay Sanli from Middlesbrough , the day after swooping for German defender Roberth Huth from the same club . In other transfer news , striker Vagner Love has joined former club Palmeiras on loan from CSKA Moscow until summer 2010 . The 25-year-old Brazilian joined CSKA from Palmeiras in 2004 and established himself as a firm favorite in the Russian capital -- scoring 61 goals in 118 appearances , winning two Russian titles and a UEFA Cup winners ' medal in the process .
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Real Madrid complete sale of Dutchmen Arjen Robben and Wesley Sneijder . Robben completes transfer to Bayern Munich while Sneijder joins Inter Milan . Everton complete swoop for defender Sylvain Distin on a busy day of transfers .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- English Premier League side Everton are pondering proposing a ground share with city rivals Liverpool following the rejection of plans for their own 50,000 stadium . Everton had proposed the new $ 660 million combined stadium and shopping complex for Kirkby , located north-east of the city , but were rejected by the local council . Chief executive Robert Elstone admits the club could be interested in teaming up with their city neighbours at Stanley Park , the planned location for Liverpool 's new 61,000 stadium . `` We are going to look forward and look forward positively , '' Elston told the British Press Association . `` A shared stadium is perhaps an option if it 's affordable . '' Everton are keen to take advantage of the increased revenue a bigger stadium would bring over their current 40,000-capacity Goodison Park ground . With their Kirkby proposal , which was to be co-funded by British supermarket chain Tesco , looking unlikely to get the go-ahead a ground share with Liverpool would seem an obvious solution especially with the Reds struggling to raise the necessary money to get the development going . `` We have to look at where we can raise money , because potentially Liverpool will have to obviously contribute to that , and Liverpool City Council perhaps might need to find some money , '' added Elston . `` We 're going to have to start to have those conversations ; we 're not going to have to be open-minded about solutions . '' Liverpool 's American owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett however have previously said they were opposed to such plans as they did not want to lose out on the revenue streams which come from sole ownership . The Anfield club 's position seems unlikely to change , at least in the short term , with their deputy executive director Peter Shaw telling Sky Sports : `` It 's not on our agenda at the moment . Liverpool are progressing forward with our own stadium . That is the position we are still in . '' The rejection of the Kirkby stadium proposal is a major blow to Everton 's future plans with the club hoping the development would have encouraged much needed investment . `` That was the big attraction to Kirkby , that it was affordable , '' added Elston . `` Then it 's about reviewing alternatives and sitting down with partners , all the stakeholders in this region and anybody who can help Everton deliver what it needs -- which is a world-class stadium that 's going to secure our future for years to come . ''
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Everton are considering enquiring with city-rivals Liverpool about a possible ground-share . This follows the rejection of plans for their own new stadium by local council officials . Liverpool 's owners have previously said they would not be keen on sharing with Everton .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Middle-Eastern investment is continuing apace in the English Premier League despite the tough economic climate , with Dubai-based Sulaiman Al Fahim completing his long-awaited takeover of Portsmouth . Sulaiman Al Fahim has continued his interest in English football with a buyout of Portsmouth . Al Fahim , a board member of the Abu Dhabi United Group which bought out Manchester City a year ago , has been named chairman of the cash-strapped club after passing the EPL 's `` fit and proper '' ownership test . He replaces Alexandre Gaydamak , who became co-owner of the south-coast club in January 2006 and took over full control six months later . Gaydamak initially invested a lot of money in Portsmouth , but with the economic downturn taking its toll , he announced last December he could no longer devote enough time to the club . Al Fahim , who spearheaded the City takeover before Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan emerged as the main backer , struck a deal with Gaydamak in late May before undergoing legal and financial due diligence . The subsequent uncertainty at Fratton Park saw full-back Glen Johnson join Liverpool in a $ 28 million deal , while England team-mate Peter Crouch has been allowed to talk to other clubs after voicing his unhappiness . `` This appointment brings stability to the club and is excellent news for Pompey supporters , '' chief executive Peter Storrie , who will retain his position , told Portsmouth 's official Web site on Tuesday . `` I have every reason to believe that together with the new chairman we will be able to take the club forward to further achievements , building on the successes of the past three years . '' Portsmouth won the prestigious FA Cup two years ago and qualified for the UEFA Cup , but the club 's momentum was derailed when manager Harry Redknapp left to take over at EPL rivals Tottenham then his replacement Tony Adams was sacked after a poor run of results . Paul Hart was brought in as caretaker manager in February and saved Pompey from relegation -- and Al Fahim made his first job as chairman to reward the former Nottingham Forest boss with a two-year contract . `` Paul did a great job keeping the team in the Premier League last season , and having previously worked as director of youth operations he knows the club inside out , '' Al Fahim said . `` He has immense experience and a great knowledge of the game , and commands the respect of the players . I 'm looking forward to working with him . '' Born in 1977 , Al Fahim started his own business at the age of 18 and moved to the United States after his parents and brother died in a road accident when he was 21 . A keen chess player , he is chairman of the United Arab Emirates Chess Association , while he is the host of business-themed reality television show Hydra Executives . Hydra has sports sponsorship interests in Dubai , Costa Rica and Germany 's Bundesliga . Meanwhile , Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has given up on signing Crouch following talks with the 28-year-old . The Black Cats had agreed a fee for the gangly former Liverpool frontman , but he now appears set to return to his native London with either Fulham or Tottenham . `` Naturally this is hugely disappointing for us as Peter was one of our primary targets , '' Bruce told his club 's official Web site . `` I know he was impressed with the set up here when he came for talks , but it 's simply a matter of geographical location and that 's not something we can affect . `` What 's pleasing however is that it shows the intent of the club going forward that we are trying to bring in players of his caliber , and we will continue to pursue other targets . `` We have a number of irons in the fire at present and we will be looking to make several additions to our squad in the coming weeks . ''
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Dubai-based billionaire Sulaiman Al Fahim completes takeover of Portsmouth . Al Fahim becomes chairman , replacing former owner Alexandre Gaydamak . He rewards caretaker manager Paul Hart with two-year deal as permanent boss . England striker Peter Crouch decides against a move north to Sunderland .
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LAHORE , Pakistan -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Former Pakistani prime minister and opposition figure Nawaz Sharif arrived in Pakistan 's second-largest city Sunday , where he plans to end seven years in exile and directly participate in upcoming elections . Nawaz Sharif arrived amid a crowd of uniformed security personnel and throngs of cheering supporters . He arrived at Lahore 's airport on a jet provided by the Saudi government at around 6:30 p.m. -LRB- 8:30 a.m. ET -RRB- . He emerged amid a crowd of uniformed security personnel and throngs of cheering supporters at the airport , where security was on high alert . Speaking to CNN just moments before his plane departed from Medina , Saudi Arabia , Sharif denied reports that he struck a deal with President Pervez Musharraf 's government that would allow him to return to Pakistan . `` I have n't met any Pakistani government functionary over the last eight years , although there were a lot of overtures from the Pakistani side to meet me and to talk to me , '' Sharif said Sunday afternoon . He said he has not changed his position on Musharraf , the man who overthrew him in a bloodless military coup in 1999 . `` He is not a legitimate president of the country ; I do not accept that , not at all , '' Sharif said . It is the second time Sharif has arrived in Pakistan this year . He was quickly deported back to Saudi Arabia by Musharraf 's government when he tried to return in September . Political observers doubt he will be turned away this time . Pakistani police set up on roadblocks leading into Lahore and the government had warned Sharif supporters they would be blocked from entering the city . Pakistani police launched a crackdown on Sharif supporters ahead of his arrival , arresting several hundred at their homes and stopping hundreds more who were traveling to Lahore to welcome him , authorities and eyewitnesses told CNN . Former Pakistani prime minister and opposition leader Benazir Bhutto returned to Pakistan in October , after eight years in self-imposed exile . While traveling from the Karachi airport , her motorcade was attacked , killing 136 people . She was unharmed . Sharif -- who leads the opposition party Pakistan Muslim League -- said he has been talking to Bhutto `` trying to find common ground '' in uniting the opposition to Musharraf 's government . `` We both have been interacting over the past few days , so let 's see what comes out of it , '' Sharif said . Sharif , like other opposition leaders , was highly critical of Bhutto for discussing a power-sharing government with Musharraf . Those talks ended when Musharraf imposed a state of emergency on November 3 . Sharif said that while his alliance -- the All Pakistan Democratic Movement -LRB- APDM -RRB- -- is preparing to participate in the January elections , they will only take part if Musharraf withdraws the emergency declaration and releases opposition members who have been jailed . `` Everything that was done must be reversed and drawn back completely , '' he said . `` Just withdrawing emergency will not be enough , '' he said . `` You must have a level playing field for free and fair elections . '' Asked if he could ever agree to a power sharing deal with Musharraf as president and he as prime minister , Sharif answered , `` No , no , no , no question . '' Sharif said he refused recent attempts by Musharraf to meet with him in Saudi Arabia . Sharif said he rejected the offer because the two men `` are poles apart . '' Musharraf met with Saudi leaders last week -- his first trip since imposing the state of emergency -- raising speculation that an understanding was reached with the Saudi government that prompted their support of Sharif 's return from exile . A spokesman for Musharraf told CNN Sunday there was no agreement or understanding with Sharif . Saudi authorities have been pushing Pakistan to allow Sharif back in the country . In addition to his aircraft to Lahore , the Saudi royal family also has provided him with a bulletproof car in Lahore , according to one of his deputies and a government source . Convicted of terrorism , hijacking and tax evasion after Musharraf seized power in 1999 , Sharif was released in 2000 in exchange for agreeing to 10 years of exile in Saudi Arabia . He retained his Pakistani citizenship but has not been allowed to travel to Pakistan or directly take part in Pakistani politics . On his arrival , Sharif plans to visit the shrine of a Sufi saint , then go to his home in Lahore . He also plans to visit the burial site of his father , who died while Sharif was in exile . The former official has no plans to call a news conference but was to make a statement at the airport in Pakistan . Last week , Pakistan 's Supreme Court -- recently stacked by Musharraf with his allies -- ruled against the last challenge blocking the ratification of last month 's presidential election . On Saturday , the election commission officially notified the federal government that Musharraf won . The move clears the path for him to take the oath of office for the third time , which he has vowed to do after stepping down as the country 's military chief . No date has been set for the swearing-in . E-mail to a friend . CNN 's Karl Penhaul and Mohsin Naqvi contributed to this report .
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Former Pakistani prime minister Nawaz Sharif arrives in Lahore . Police arrest hundreds of Sharif supporters ahead of his arrival . Sharif was deported back to Saudi Arabia in September . President Pervez Musharraf ousted Sharif in a bloodless coup in 1999 .
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Editor 's note : Peter Bergen is CNN 's national security analyst and a fellow at the New America Foundation in Washington and at New York University 's Center on Law and Security . His most recent book is `` The Osama bin Laden I Know : An Oral History of al Qaeda 's Leader . '' Peter Bergen says it 's crucial to correctly frame the nature of a war before beginning it . WASHINGTON -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- President-elect Barack Obama and his foreign policy advisers and speechwriters are wrestling with one of the most important speeches of his presidency , his inaugural address . One of their toughest conceptual challenges is how to describe and recast what the Bush administration has consistently termed the `` war on terror . '' The dean of military strategists , Carl von Clausewitz , explains the importance of this decision-making in his treatise `` On War '' : `` The first , the supreme , the most decisive act of judgment that the statesman and commander have to make is to establish ... the kind of war on which they are embarking ; neither mistaking it for , nor trying to turn it into something that is alien to its nature . '' Clausewitz 's excellent advice about the absolute necessity of properly defining the war upon which a nation is about to embark was ignored by Bush administration officials who instead declared an open-ended and ambiguous `` war on terror '' after the United States was attacked on September 11 , 2001 . Bush took the nation to war against a tactic , rather than a war against a specific enemy , which was obviously al Qaeda and anyone allied to it . When the United States went to war against the Nazis and the Japanese during World War II , President Franklin Roosevelt and his congressional supporters did not declare war against U-boats and kamikaze pilots , but on the Nazi state and Imperial Japan . The war on terror , sometimes known as the `` Global War on Terror '' or by the clunky acronym GWOT , became the lens through which the Bush administration judged almost all of its foreign policy decisions . That proved to be dangerously counterproductive on several levels . The GWOT framework propelled the Bush administration into its disastrous entanglement in Iraq . It had nothing to do with 9/11 but was launched under the rubric of the war on terror and the erroneous claims that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction . The theory was that he might give such weapons to terrorists , including al Qaeda to whom he was supposedly allied , and that he therefore threatened American interests . None of this , of course , turned out to be true . The Bush administration 's approach to the war on terror collided badly with another of its doctrines , spreading democracy in the Middle East as a panacea to reduce radicalism . It pushed for elections in the Palestinian territories in which , in early 2006 , the more radical Hamas won a resounding victory , propelled to power on a wave of popular revulsion for the incompetence and corruption of the Fatah party that had dominated Palestinian politics since the 1960s . Imprisoned by its war on terror framework , the Bush administration supported Israel in a disastrous war against Hezbollah in Lebanon in the summer of 2006 . Hezbollah is not only a terrorist group but is also part of the rickety Lebanese government and runs social welfare services across the country , yet for the Bush administration its involvement in terrorism was all that mattered . As is now widely understood in Israel , the war against Hezbollah was a moral and tactical defeat for the Israeli military and government . Events in the current Israeli incursion in Gaza will determine whether history repeats itself . Under the banner of the war on terror , the Bush administration also tied itself in conceptual knots conflating the threat from al Qaeda with Shiite groups like Hezbollah and the ayatollahs in Iran . In 2006 , for instance , President Bush claimed that `` the Sunni and Shiite extremist represent different faces of the same threat . '' In reality , Sunni and Shiite extremists have been killing each other in large numbers for years in countries from Pakistan to Iraq . The groups have differing attitudes toward the United States , which Sunni extremists attacked in 1993 and again on 9/11 , while Shiite militants have never done so . So , how to reconceptualize the GWOT ? Contrary to a common view among Europeans , who have lived through the bombing campaigns of various nationalist and leftist terror groups for decades , al Qaeda is not just another criminal/terrorist group that can be dealt with by police action and law enforcement alone . After all , a terrorist organization like the Irish Republican Army would call in warnings before its attacks and its single largest massacre killed 29 people . By contrast , al Qaeda has declared war on the United States repeatedly -- as it did for the first time to a Western audience during Osama bin Laden 's 1997 interview with CNN . Following that declaration of war , the terror group attacked American embassies , a U.S. warship , the Pentagon and the financial heart of the United States , killing thousands of civilians without warning ; acts of war by any standard . Al Qaeda is obviously at war with the United States and so to respond by simply recasting the GWOT as the GPAT , the Global Police Action Against Terrorists , would be foolish and dangerous . What kind of war then should the United States fight against al Qaeda ? For that we should learn some lessons from the conceptual errors of the Bush administration . Nine days after 9/11 , Bush addressed Congress in a speech watched live by tens of millions of Americans in which he said that al Qaeda followed in the footsteps `` of the murderous ideologies of the 20th century ... They follow in the path of fascism , Nazism and totalitarianism , '' implying that the fight against al Qaeda would be similar to World War II or the Cold War . For the Bush administration , painting the conflict in such existential terms had the benefit of casting the president as the heroic reincarnation of Winston Churchill and anyone who had the temerity to question him as the reincarnation of Hitler 's arch-appeaser , Neville Chamberlain . But this portrayal of the war on terror was massively overwrought . The Nazis occupied and subjugated most of Europe and instigated a global conflict that killed tens of millions . And when the United States fought the Nazis , the country spent 40 percent of its gross domestic product to do so and fielded millions of soldiers . In his inaugural address , Obama should say that the United States is indeed at `` war against al Qaeda and its allies , '' but that as Roosevelt said in his inaugural address in 1933 , the only thing we have to fear is fear itself . If Americans are not terrorized by terrorists , then the U.S. has won against them . Al Qaeda and its allies are threats to the United States and Americans living and working overseas , but they are far from all-powerful . Barring an exceptional event like September 11 , 2001 , in any given year Americans are more likely to die of snake bites or lightning strikes than a terrorist attack . Despite the hyperventilating rhetoric of Osama bin Laden , al Qaeda 's amateur investigations into weapons of mass destruction do not compare to the very real possibility of nuclear conflagration that we faced during the Cold War . There are relatively few adherents of Binladen-ism in the West today , while there were tens of millions of devotees of communism and fascism . Obama should also make it clear that instead of the Bush formulation of `` Either you are with us , or you are with the terrorists , '' the Obama administration doctrine will be , `` Anyone who is against the terrorists is with us . '' After all it is only al Qaeda and its several affiliates in countries like Iraq , Lebanon and Algeria and allied groups such as the Taliban that kill U.S. soldiers and civilians and attack American interests around the globe . Everyone else in the world is a potential or actual ally in the fight against al Qaeda and its affiliates , because those organizations threaten almost every category of institution , government and ethnic grouping . This is the first of two commentaries on the war on terror . Read the second piece , Peter Bergen 's commentary on what principles Barack Obama should follow in waging war against al Qaeda and its allies , Friday , January 9 on CNN.com . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Peter Bergen .
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Peter Bergen : Bush never correctly framed the `` global war on terror '' He says the president went to war against the tactic of terrorism . Instead , Bergen says , the U.S. should be leading a war vs. al Qaeda . Bergen : al Qaeda is a formidable enemy , but not the equivalent of fascism .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- English Premier League side Everton are pondering proposing a ground share with city rivals Liverpool following the rejection of plans for their own 50,000 stadium . Everton had proposed the new $ 660 million combined stadium and shopping complex for Kirkby , located north-east of the city , but were rejected by the local council . Chief executive Robert Elstone admits the club could be interested in teaming up with their city neighbours at Stanley Park , the planned location for Liverpool 's new 61,000 stadium . `` We are going to look forward and look forward positively , '' Elston told the British Press Association . `` A shared stadium is perhaps an option if it 's affordable . '' Everton are keen to take advantage of the increased revenue a bigger stadium would bring over their current 40,000-capacity Goodison Park ground . With their Kirkby proposal , which was to be co-funded by British supermarket chain Tesco , looking unlikely to get the go-ahead a ground share with Liverpool would seem an obvious solution especially with the Reds struggling to raise the necessary money to get the development going . `` We have to look at where we can raise money , because potentially Liverpool will have to obviously contribute to that , and Liverpool City Council perhaps might need to find some money , '' added Elston . `` We 're going to have to start to have those conversations ; we 're not going to have to be open-minded about solutions . '' Liverpool 's American owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett however have previously said they were opposed to such plans as they did not want to lose out on the revenue streams which come from sole ownership . The Anfield club 's position seems unlikely to change , at least in the short term , with their deputy executive director Peter Shaw telling Sky Sports : `` It 's not on our agenda at the moment . Liverpool are progressing forward with our own stadium . That is the position we are still in . '' The rejection of the Kirkby stadium proposal is a major blow to Everton 's future plans with the club hoping the development would have encouraged much needed investment . `` That was the big attraction to Kirkby , that it was affordable , '' added Elston . `` Then it 's about reviewing alternatives and sitting down with partners , all the stakeholders in this region and anybody who can help Everton deliver what it needs -- which is a world-class stadium that 's going to secure our future for years to come . ''
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Everton are considering enquiring with city-rivals Liverpool about a possible ground-share . This follows the rejection of plans for their own new stadium by local council officials . Liverpool 's owners have previously said they would not be keen on sharing with Everton .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- It 's fair to say David Beckham may be seeing more green off the football pitch than he does on it . Reason to smile : David Beckham is the highest-earning footballer in the world , according to Forbes . Despite a difficult and expensive period negotiating an extended release from his LA Galaxy club -- Beckham has been named as the world 's highest-earning footballer by Forbes magazine . The magazine has ranked the top 20 top-paid footballers in the world -- a list that includes many of today 's top players and some ageing heroes who are still rolling in cash . The 33-year-old Beckham , currently on loan with Italian club AC Milan as part of an extended deal from LA Galaxy , earned an estimated $ 46 million last year , according to Forbes . It calculates that the Briton has earned $ 95m in the past two years -- $ 66m of which has come from endorsement contracts . Although his long-running deal with Pepsi ended in December last year , his currently resurgent career is likely to provide a boost for the coming few seasons . Behind Beckham in the Forbes list is his Brazilian AC Milan team-mate , Ronaldinho , who earned an estimated $ 33m in 2008 . Rounding out the top five places are -LRB- respectively -RRB- ; Thierry Henry , Kaka and last year 's FIFA World Player of the Year , Cristiano Ronaldo . See our gallery of the top twenty highest-paid footballers in the world , according to Forbes '' Ronaldo 's earnings of $ 21 million came primarily from his Manchester United wages -LRB- $ 12m -RRB- , while endorsements from companies such as Nike and Coca-Cola made up the remaining $ 9m . The Portugal player 's namesake -- Brazilian Ronaldo -- is still on the list at number 12 , having earned $ 15m despite being sidelined for much of the year with a serious knee injury and returning to his homeland to play club football . Partner in the Sports Business group at Deloitte , Dan Jones , told CNN that only a `` tiny percentage '' of footballers earned more from product endorsements than they do from their player wages . `` It 's only the very , very top . For the vast majority of footballers , the wages they earn from their clubs will be their greatest source of income . '' Jones said Beckham 's continuing popularity beyond the world of football in both the U.S. and in Europe would likely ensure he remains around the top of the rich list for a few years to come . `` He is now a grand icon that in some sense transcends what he does on the football field , '' Jones said . However , Jones added he was impressed with the way Beckham had made strong efforts to reinstate his image as being primarily a footballer over the last 18 months . What do you think of the top earners ? Are there players that deserve to be earning more than these 20 ? Share your thoughts in the Sound Off box below .
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David Beckham is the highest-paid footballer according to Forbes . Forbes magazine has released a list of the top 20 highest paid players . World Player of the Year for 2008 , Cristiano Ronaldo , is fifth on the list . Are there any players missing who you think deserve to be paid more ?
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Argentina will be missing striker Diego Milito for the final two World Cup qualifiers against Peru and Uruguay as Diego Maradona 's struggling team battle to reach the finals in 2010 . Diego Milito has had only a bit-part role for Argentina despite his good form for Inter Milan . Milito is expected to be sidelined for the next month after injuring his thigh while playing for Italian champions Inter Milan on Saturday . The 30-year-old was replaced by Mario Balotelli 25 minutes into the 2-1 victory against Udinese at the San Siro , and scans have shown that he suffered a first-degree strain in his right thigh . The Albiceleste go into Saturday 's home clash with Peru on a run of four defeats in the last five games which has left the team outside the top-four automatic qualifying spots . While bottom side Peru have no chance of qualifying , Wednesday 's opponents Uruguay lie just a point behind Argentina in sixth and will be hoping to at least clinch the play-off position in the South American zone . Milito has made a flying start to his career with Inter this season , scoring five goals in his first seven games , but he has had only a bit-part role in Argentina 's qualifying campaign so far . Coach Maradona , who can call on the likes of Lionel Messi , Sergio Aguero , Carlos Tevez and Ezequiel Lavezzi up front , has retained Boca Juniors striker Martin Palermo in his squad . Palermo scored both goals in the 2-0 friendly win over Ghana last week , and was also on target for his club at the weekend in a 3-2 victory against Velez Sarsfield . Enzo Perez is also added to the 26-man squad after making his debut against the Africans , along with Estudiantes teammate Juan Sebastian Veron and Velez Sarsfield defender Nicolas Otamendi . Colon goalkeeper Diego Pozo , Newell 's Old Boys defender Rolando Schiavi , Boca duo Federico Insua and Luciano Fabian Monzon and Huracan midfielder Mario Bolatti are also included among the home-based players .
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Argentina striker Diego Milito ruled out of the final two World Cup qualifiers . Thigh injury means Milito misses matches against Peru and Uruguay . Coach Diego Maradona names Boca Juniors forward Martin Palermo in squad . Argentina battling to qualify for next year 's finals in South Africa .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Movie audiences have always known the joys of in-seat snacking , but it took the theaters a while to come around . Owners of nickelodeons and movie palaces refused to sell food until the 1920s , according to `` Shared Pleasures , '' a history of movie presentation by Douglas Gomery . Munching on peanuts and popcorn during a show was low-class , they believed , associated with the circus and the burlesque house . The wonderful new art of the cinema needed a refined atmosphere , more like the concert hall than the carnival . Of course , people ate anyway . As each new theater opened , candy stores and street vendors set up shop nearby , selling bags of treats to be smuggled past the ushers . It took the Great Depression to loosen the owners ' scruples . Andrew F. Smith 's book `` Popped Culture '' details the way movie theaters got into the popcorn business . Looking for extra revenue streams , the theaters began leasing space to vendors : prime locations right next to the box office , or even `` lobby privileges '' for a dollar a day . When they saw the kind of profits the popcorn sellers were turning , they took over the stands themselves . The movies turned popcorn into a snack phenomenon : 5 million pounds were grown in the United States in 1934 , 100 million pounds in 1940 . The owners also realized that setting up candy counters and staffing them with high school students -LRB- preferably female and pretty -RRB- was an easy way to turn a buck , and all the new brands of packaged candy made their way into theaters . Soft drinks showed up via the Coca-Cola company . After World War II , salesmen traveled the land , setting up soda stands at movie houses throughout the country . With more and more independent theaters opening -LRB- A 1948 antitrust ruling forbade Hollywood studios from running their own . -RRB- , owners looked to the refreshment stands as a way to cover the cost of renting films . Trying to sell more snacks , they instituted intermissions in the middle of films and commissioned cartoons of singing , dancing treats to push the goods . Art houses , showing foreign films to an urbane crowd , began to pop up in big cities and university towns in the late '40s . As historian Barbara Wilinsky points out in her 2001 study `` Sure Seaters : the Emergence of Art House Cinema , '' the new highbrow theaters tried to distinguish themselves from mainstream joints by serving coffee and pastries : more intellectual fare , apparently . The arty Trans-Lux chain even set up faux-Parisian `` street '' cafes in some of its branches . In most of the country , though , the drive-in ruled . With more space available , the menu expanded : hot dogs , burgers , even barbecue and fried fish sandwiches were offered to car-bound audiences . -LRB- Folks in Texas got pickles , which are still served there today . -RRB- . The late '70s saw the death of the drive-in and the neighborhood theater as more multiplexes opened . On the food front , the bold invention of the era was snack counter nachos . Introduced by Frank Liberto at a Texas Rangers game in 1977 , chips with gooey `` cheese '' soon moved from stadium to multiplex lobby . Liberto 's company , Ricos Products , is still the leader in the field , selling orange goo and orange-goo-dispensing equipment to theaters from China to Dubai . Another company , Taste of Nature , founded in 1992 by two business school graduates , also broadened the movie snack menu . They 're the people who brought those bulk bins of yogurt pretzels and gummy candies to lobbies everywhere . Their original goal was to offer healthy alternatives to the usual snack counter candy , but they discovered that people were n't quite ready to give up the junk . Health was on people 's mind in the '90s however : A1994 report by the Center for Science in the Public Interest broke the news that a large movie popcorn had as much saturated fat as six Big Macs . Sales dipped -- just a bit - -- and many snack counters started using slightly more healthy canola oil rather than coconut . The latest trend is theaters offering `` luxury '' options : premium screening rooms with cocktails , wine lists and upscale menus . At the Gold Class Cinema in Redmond , Washington , you can get $ 17 crab cakes to nibble while watching the film . Florida 's CinéBistro chain offers Asian mojitos and bottles of Veuve Clicquot -LRB- straw not included -RRB- . It seems some theater owners are still hoping to create that refined atmosphere they longed for a century ago . Popcorn , though , is not going anywhere .
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Seoul , South Korea -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- U.S. President Barack Obama , meeting with South Korean President Lee Myung-bak in Seoul on Thursday , said he will send envoy Stephen Bosworth to North Korea next month for bilateral talks on dismantling Pyongyang 's nuclear program . `` If North Korea is prepared to take concrete and irreversible steps to fulfill its obligations and eliminate its nuclear weapons program , the United States will support economic assistance and help promote its full integration into the community of nations , '' Obama said . `` That opportunity and respect will not come with threats . North Korea must live up to its obligations . '' Bosworth 's trip is slated for December 8 . `` Convincing North Korea to give up their nuclear program , it is not a simple matter , '' according to Lee , who said there 's no deadline , at the joint news conference with Obama . `` It 's not going to be easy , but I believe it is possible that we can resolve this issue peacefully . '' The development comes at the end of the U.S. president 's tour of Asia , which included stops in Japan , Singapore and China before his visit to South Korea . In recent weeks North Korea has sought direct talks with the United States in what American officials saw as a possible re-entry to full negotiations with the United States and other countries over ending Pyongyang 's nuclear program . A Bosworth mission had already been announced , but a date was not previously mentioned publicly . The United States has been careful to describe the trip as only a limited diplomatic foray and one not designed to replace the fuller negotiations . `` From our standpoint , the purpose will be to facilitate the early resumption of the six-party talks , '' P.J. Crowley said at a U.S. State Department briefing last week . The so-called six-party talks on North Korea 's nuclear program had come to a standstill . But the Bosworth trip could lead to new negotiations between North Korea and the United States , South Korea , Japan and Russia and China . `` We are very realistic about our expectations , '' he said . `` We come to this meeting prepared to engage North Korea in the context of the six-party talks , but obviously the bottom line here is that North Korea has to take affirmative steps toward denuclearization . That remains our core objective . ''
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United States careful to describe Bosworth trip as only limited diplomatic foray . In recent weeks North Korea has sought direct talks with the United States . Envoy Bosworth 's trip to North Korea slated for December 8 . Trip could lead to new negotiations and move six-party talks away from standstill .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Manchester United have made their first signing of the summer after confirming a deal has been done for Wigan Athletic winger Antonio Valencia . Ecuador winger Valencia moves to Manchester United as a replacement for Real Madrid-bound Cristiano Ronaldo . The 23-year-old Ecuador international has signed a four-year contract after moving for an undisclosed fee , believed to be in the region of # 16 million -LRB- $ 23 million -RRB- . Valencia is expected to help fill the void left by Cristiano Ronaldo following the Portuguese winger 's impending 80 million euros -LRB- $ 130 million -RRB- move to Real Madrid . Latest transfer rumors and gossip . `` Joining Manchester United is a dream come true for me , '' Valencia told the club 's official Web site . `` I have enjoyed my time at Wigan , but I am thrilled to have the chance to challenge for the biggest honors in club football here . `` Playing in front of 76,000 fans alongside players like Wayne Rooney , Rio Ferdinand and Ryan Giggs will be an amazing experience . I ca n't wait to get started with the club . `` I hope the fans at Wigan can understand that I am an ambitious guy and a chance like this might never come again for me , '' added Valencia , who will be 24 next month . `` I am happy that the club has benefited from the move financially because I owe them such a lot . I have had a great time here . '' United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admitted he had tracked Valencia 's progress since his arrival at Wigan two seasons ago . `` Antonio is a player we have admired for some time now , having spent the last two years in the Premier League with Wigan , '' he said . `` I am sure his pace and ability will make a significant contribution to the team . '' The first Ecuadorian to play for United will make his debut for the Premier League champions on a four-match tour of Asia next month , before the Red Devils head for a four-team tournament in Munich .
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Manchester United sign Ecuador winger Antonio Valencia for fee of $ 23 million . Valencia joins on a four-year contract to replace Portugal 's Cristiano Ronaldo . The 23-year-old becomes the English champions ' first signing of the summer .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Italy secured a second Fed Cup women 's tennis title in three years with a comfortable 4-0 win over the United States in Reggio Calabria . With a 2-0 lead overnight , world No. 11 Flavia Pennetta 's 7-5 6-2 victory over Melanie Oudin in Sunday 's opening singles match gave the Italians an unassailable lead . It followed comfortable wins for Penetta and Francesca Schiavone on Saturday . The fourth singles rubber was subsequently scrapped , with Sarah Errani and Roberta Vinci winning 4-6 6-4 11-9 against Vania King and Liezel Huber in the remaining doubles contest . `` It is a very nice feeling , '' Pennetta said . `` We worked hard to get to this point and finally we make it . `` In the beginning of the week everyone expects so many things , and we were very nervous . But now we can enjoy . '' The absence of the Williams sisters Serena and Venus proved crucial for the U.S. , with Italy 's greater experience proving the difference on the clay as they added a second Fed Cup to their previous victory in 2006 . Oudin , 18 , has enjoyed a breakthrough year in the sport but was disappointed afterwards . `` I think I could have played better on some points , '' she said . `` In the first set it was so close , and I had a lot of chances , so I feel like if a couple things had gone my way or if I had hit this shot on that point , then it would have changed the momentum in the match . ''
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Italy beat the United States 4-0 to win Fed Cup title at home in in Reggio Calabria . It is the Italians ' second Fed Cup success in three years after previously winning it in 2006 . Flavia Pennetta 's 7-5 6-2 victory over Melanie Oudin in Sunday 's opening singles match gave the Italians an unassailable lead . The fourth singles rubber was scrapped , and Italy also won the remaining doubles tie .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger can expect an apology from Premier League referees chief Keith Hackett following his dismissal in the closing seconds of Saturday 's 2-1 English Premier League defeat to Manchester United . Arsene Wenger has to stand with Manchester United fans after being sent off at Old Trafford . League Managers Association chief executive Richard Bevan has spoken to Hackett about the Old Trafford incident which saw Wenger sent to the stands by referee Mike Dean on the advice of fourth official Lee Probert . And he has been told that Wenger will receive an apology from the Premier Game Match Officials Board which appoints officials to top-flight games in England . The Gunners manager caught Probert 's attention when he kicked an empty water bottle down the touchline following a disallowed goal for Arsenal . There was then confusion as Wenger seemed unaware of where he was supposed to go -- moving first to the back of Arsenal dugout then starting to walk down the touchline as the whistle was blown . On the decision to penalize Wenger , Bevan said : `` Although correct in ` law ' , it was completely out of context in the game and it was followed by the nonsense which followed over where Arsene Wenger should sit to watch the game . '' He added : `` I 've spoken to Keith Hackett and he fully recognizes the situation was an error and an apology will follow to Arsene Wenger . `` Lee Probert totally failed to manage the situation and created a needless pressure point taking the focus away from the pitch in a big event with only a minute to go . '' Meanwhile , Arsenal 's north London rivals Tottenham have suffered a setback with a serious injury to Croatia playmaker Luka Modric . The 23-year-old broke his leg in Saturday 's 2-1 victory against Birmingham , which left the club second in the English Premier League after four wins from four . `` X-rays have determined that Luka Modric sustained a fracture to his right fibula , '' said a statement on the official Spurs Web site . Tottenham did not indicate how long the midfielder would be sidelined , but he is likely to miss the home game against champions Manchester United and the trip to Chelsea which follow the upcoming international break . Croatia play England at Wembley on September 9 in a crucial World Cup qualifier .
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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is to receive an apology from referee 's chief . Wenger sent off in the closing seconds of the 2-1 defeat to Manchester United . Wenger kicked an empty water bottle down the touchline after disallowed goal . Tottenham 's Croatia midfielder Luka Modric suffers a broken right leg .
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KABUL , Afghanistan -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Hundreds of excited music fans wait in line on the lookout for their favorite singers on a hit television show . Elaha Sorur was the lone female finalist on this season 's `` Afghan Star , '' the country 's answer to `` American Idol . '' Instead of spending the time outside a New York venue or Hollywood soundstage though , these fans braved barbed wire and gun-toting guards in Kabul to attend Afghanistan 's premier pop music event : the finals of `` Afghan Star , '' the embattled country 's answer to `` American Idol . '' In line , bright mod outfits have replaced Kabul 's normally conservative dress code . Onstage , men sport the latest styles . And on TV screens , a country 's new battle between traditional and pop culture plays out . `` For the young generation , '' says one fan in line , `` it 's very important to be cool , with a cool mind . '' Inside the concert hall , Jahid Mohseni , a 38-year-old Afghan-Australian media mogul , tries to manage the chaos he 's created . Singers , child acrobats and TV technicians all compete to get his attention before the start of Afghanistan 's biggest night of television . Mohseni , who started the country 's top television network , Tolo TV , said he 's just trying to revive Afghan culture after the fallow Taliban era when music and television were banned . Watch performances on `` Afghan Star '' '' `` Yes , we are promoting social change , but we can not push Afghan society where it does n't want to go . This is a commercial enterprise , and it 's reflecting what people want , '' Mohseni said . In Afghanistan , more than 60 percent of the population is younger than 25 , and judging by the popularity of `` Afghan Star , '' `` they 're like people everywhere . They 're not from Mars , '' Mohseni said . At the fourth-season finals this year , the audience included those who sat quietly as well as those who loudly cheered for contestants , including Naweed Forugh -LRB- who would be named the `` Afghan Star '' winner -RRB- , Naweed Sabirpur , Mehran Gulzar and Elaha Sorur , the lone female finalist . `` Art is in the blood of Afghans and has been for centuries , and it is still , '' Sorur said . `` During the years of fighting , the people have n't been able to use their artistry , but with time , it will get better and better . Afghanistan and the people of Afghanistan are ready for a change . '' But not everyone is happy with Mohseni 's programming choices . Afghanistan 's guardians of Islamic values , the Ulema Council , protested that `` Afghan Star '' and Tolo TV 's popular Indian soap operas were not part of Afghan culture . Afghanistan 's minister for information and culture even tried to stop the soap operas in court , claiming that it was a question of national security . And last year , a female finalist on `` Afghan Star '' received death threats and was forced into hiding after her head scarf fell to her shoulders during a performance . `` This young woman , beautiful , dancing with her hair free ... that symbolizes everything that is forbidden and was forbidden in Afghan culture , '' said Havana Marking , director of a documentary about the show 's 2008 season , also called `` Afghan Star . '' Mohseni points out that Afghanistan is near two powerful neighbors : India , with a population of 1.1 billion , and Iran , with almost 70 million people -LRB- compared with Afghanistan 's estimated 34 million -RRB- . `` You just have to sit down with your critics and explain that if we do n't have Afghan music and entertainment , Bollywood will take over , '' he said . `` We 're just trying to hold our own in the middle of what is effectively a cultural war . '' That culture war can be seen on Tolo TV . After meeting with the Ulema Council , Mohseni dreamed up another reality show called `` Tartil , '' or `` Koran Star . '' The three finalists were quizzed by religious authorities and judged on how well they 've memorized passages from the Quran , Islam 's holy book . There were no wild ovations when the winner was announced . But the finale still produced a bombshell : a shy 16-year-old schoolgirl named Uzra Mohamedi , who accepted the oversize $ 3,500 check without cracking a smile and dressed in a traditional black veil . Other TV programming in Afghanistan includes state-run news and lifestyle shows , a popular locally produced drama about an extended Afghan family , a sketch comedy show -- and the hit Kiefer Sutherland drama `` 24 . '' Mohseni said that `` Afghan Star '' pushes his country forward in subtle ways , for instance teaching a few valuable lessons in democracy . Winners are picked by fans who can vote on their mobile phones -- one SIM card , one vote . In previous elimination rounds , losers sometimes stormed off the set , refusing to accept defeat . But now they thank their supporters and graciously congratulate the winners . `` This is the educational component of our show , and hopefully it 'll rub off on our politicians , '' Mohseni said . To coincide with Afghanistan 's presidential elections in August , Mohseni created a reality show called `` The Candidate '' as a way to encourage a more robust political debate . Six young Afghans face off in mock presidential debates and compete in American-style election campaigns . In the future , Mohseni said he hopes the direction of Afghan culture will be decided democratically without traditionalists imposing values by force or government edicts . Either way , Tolo TV has an avid audience : According to Mohseni , the finals of both `` Afghan Star '' and `` Koran Star '' won their nights ' ratings races , easily beating the competition .
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`` Afghan Star '' is Afghanistan 's version of `` American Idol '' The show , one of Afghanistan 's most popular , has completed its fourth season . Another show , `` Koran Star , '' judges contestants ' knowledge of Islam 's holy book . Many observers see TV programming as a culture war inside Afghanistan .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Real Madrid striker Alvaro Negredo has been sold to Spanish Primera Liga rivals Sevilla in a reported $ 21 million deal . Negredo scores for Real Madrid in the Peace Cup earlier this month . The highly-rated Negredo was surplus to requirements at Real , who are looking to recoup some of the massive $ 363 million they have spent in the close season transfer window . Negredo has signed a five-year deal at Sevilla , but Real Madrid confirmed on their official Web site www.realmadrid.com that they had the option to buy him back for the next two years . Negredo only rejoined Real last month having been loaned out to Almeria for the past two seasons , scoring 19 goals in the last campaign . But he would have been struggling to win a regular first team place after the club 's signings of Kaka , Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo over the summer . Negredo completed his move after having a medical in Sevilla on Friday morning with last season 's third-placers in La Liga clearly delighted with their acquisition . `` Sevilla have recruited one of the best strikers in Europe , '' the club said in a statement on their official Web site .
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Real Madrid striker Alvaro Negredo completes his permanent move to Sevilla . Negredo has signed five-year contract , although Real have a buy-back option . The highly-rated Negredo scored 19 goals while on loan to Almeria last season .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- After an off-season of big-money transfers and endless speculation in Spain the focus finally turns to matters on the pitch . The first round of La Liga fixtures kick off this weekend and Fanzone details what to expect from the new campaign : . So what 's new ? No sooner had Barcelona wrapped up an historic treble than all of the focus shifted to rivals Real Madrid following the much-vaunted return of Florentino Perez as the club 's president . The start of Perez 's latest spell at the Santiago Bernabeu has seen a revival of the ` Galacticos ' policy of the early 2000s as the club cherry-picked star players from around Europe in a bid to recapture former glories . Los Merengues smashed the world transfer record twice in a week as winger Cristiano Ronaldo arrived from Manchester United for $ 130 million hot on the heels of the signing of Brazilian playmaker Kaka from AC Milan for $ 92m . Who do you think will win La Liga ? Sound Off below . Karim Benzema , Xabi Alonso , Raul Albiol , Alvaro Arbeloa and Esteban Granero were also brought to the club as Real splashed out a whopping $ 365m on new players . Barcelona clinched the signing of Zlatan Ibrahimovic from Inter Milan with Samuel Eto'o moving in the opposite direction while Inter 's attacking full-back Maxwell also arrived at the Nou Camp . Real 's frenzied activity in the transfer market has somewhat overshadowed the appointment of former Villarreal coach Manuel Pellegrini in place of interim boss Juande Ramos while Ernesto Valverde takes over from the Chilean at El Madrigal . Other managerial changes see Jose Angel Ziganda take charge of Xerez in their debut season in La Liga while Juan Ramon Lopez Muniz has left Racing Santander for Malaga with Juan Carlos Mandia the new man in the hot seat at El Sardinero . Elsewhere , the start of Espanyol 's first season at their new Cornella-El Prat stadium has been overshadowed by the shock death of 26-year-old captain Daniel Jarque who suffered a heart attack after training during preseason . New signings Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka will play a key role in Real Madrid 's quest to win the La Liga title . Key players : It is hard to look beyond the potent attacking threat of Ronaldo , Kaka and Benzema who are all set to make their La Liga debuts for Real Madrid . But it could well be that Alonso 's decision to return to Spain which will prove the most decisive , especially if the midfielder can replicate the kind of form he showed in his final season at Liverpool . Ibrahimovic 's move to Barcelona raised a few eyebrows and how Pep Guardiola manages to fuse the enigmatic Sweden international with the talents of Lionel Messi , Thierry Henry et al will be crucial to whether they can match the success of last season . Diego Forlan found the net 32 times to secure the Pichichi award for the most goals in La Liga and his partnership with fellow striker Sergio Aguero will provide the backbone of their hopes of improving on last season 's fourth place . Will Real Madrid 's expensive new signings deliver the La Liga title ? Sound Off below . Elsewhere , David Villa remains the main man at Valencia while big things are expected of talented young winger Diego Perotti at Sevilla after making his debut last term . Despite intense speculation Valencia have kept hold of David Villa for their final season at the Mestalla . Key clubs : Real Madrid have spent big to try and close the gap between themselves and defending champions Barcelona and a lot will depend on whether they can turn their potential into effective team performances . The task facing Pelligrini will be how to accommodate all of the players in his talent-laden squad , while Guardiola 's problem will be how he emulates a superb first season in charge of the Blaugrana . Despite their financial woes Valencia have managed to keep hold of prize assets David Villa and David Silva . And there will be a heightened level of expectancy among the club 's supporters as the club look to end their 87-year stay at Mestalla with silverware before moving to a new stadium . It also promises to be a fascinating season at Villarreal as they look to life under new coach Valverde following five seasons under Pellegrini . Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola will hope Zlatan Ibrahimovic settles into life at the Nou Camp quickly . Expert view : CNN 's Pedro Pinto - `` So Real Madrid have splashed the cash , but will the massive $ 365 million investment translate into success on the field ? That is the question football fans are asking themselves leading up to the start of the season . `` There is enough talent in Real 's squad for the team to aspire to greatness . On paper , they have all the necessary elements to succeed and perhaps emulate Barcelona and their historic treble-winning season . However we all know that football is not played on paper and I personally believe Los Merengues have no chance of achieving that . `` Rome was not built in one day and neither will a treble-winning team . Ronaldo and Kaka will be fantastic this season , I have no doubt of that , while Benzema and Alonso have made the side stronger , but Real can only aspire to win one trophy this season . `` I think the new coach Pellegrini will struggle to find the right balance in the team and therefore the league title will probably escape them . `` As far as the Champions League is concerned , though , I would definitely rank Real in the top three sides to lift the trophy . The final will be played at the Santiago Bernabeu and everyone at the club would love to end a European drought which started back in 2002 on home turf . `` Despite all their success last season , defending Spanish and European champions Barcelona shook up their squad in the summer . Eto'o , scorer of 38 goals in all competitions last season , left for Inter Milan . In exchange for the Cameroon striker , manager Guardiola got Ibrahimovic . `` The Sweden international 's goalscoring record is inferior to Eto'o but he does add a different dimension . For the first time in a long time Barca will have a tall striker who can make an impact in the air , as well as create his own chances in the area and bring others into play . `` It was a good move for the Catalans when you consider that Eto'o hardly endeared himself to the team 's dressing room . He was a winner , but he was also a whiner . `` There is no question the title will be decided between Real and Barcelona , with my vote going to the defending champions , but we should watch out for Atletico Madrid . `` As far as I am concerned , this is one of the most exciting teams in European football and last season they won five of their last six games . `` With Aguero leading the way , anything is possible and I believe this is will be a big year for ` El Kun ' who should edge out Messi as the one to watch . From what I have seen in preseason , he is going to set the league on fire ! Shame their defense is a bit shaky , although they signed Spain international Juanito from Betis . `` Overall I expect Barcelona to take the title -- the backbone of the team remains intact and the chemistry in the team is fantastic . They will have to dig deep to beat Real Madrid , but my hunch is that they will be able to do it . At the wrong end of La Liga , Getafe , Xerez and Tenerife will all do well to avoid the drop . ''
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Real Madrid have spent $ 365 million on new players to try and win La Liga . Champions Barcelona have added Zlatan Ibrahimovic to their talented squad . After keeping David Villa and David Silva Valencia may be surprise challengers . Have your say on who you think will win Serie A in the Sound Off below .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Inter Milan 's title defense got back on track with a crushing 4-0 win over city rivals AC Milan , after three first-half strikes capitalized on the sending off of Rossoneri skipper Gennaro Gattuso on Saturday night at the San Siro . New boys Samuel Eto'o -LRB- left -RRB- and Wesley Sneijder celebrate Inter 's impressive victory over Milan . Thiago Motta put Jose Mourinho 's men in the lead , scoring his first goal for the club after thirty minutes with a left-foot strike , after being played in by fellow new recruit Samuel Eto'o . The Cameroon striker was involved again for the second when he was fouled when through on goal by an injury-hampered Gattuso to win a penalty for his side , before Diego Milito slotted home from the spot on 36 minutes . Worse followed for Gattuso when the midfielder received a red card for a tough tackle on Inter debutante Wesley Sneijder , before Brazil full back Maicon took advantage of his opponent 's reduced numbers by shooting home form the edge of the area seconds before half time . Further humiliation came in the second half for the nominal home side when Serbian Dejan Stankovic crashed home a 30-yard drive to leave Marco Storari to pick the ball form his net for the fourth time that evening with 23 minutes of the game left . It was a miserable first derby for AC Milan coach Leonardo , who is in the process of rebuilding his side after the departure of former world footballer of the year Kaka to Spanish giants Real Madrid . Where the Rossoneri have lost talent to Spain , Inter have gained ; with former Iberian charges Sneijder and Eto'o contributing well to their side 's win . Holland midfielder Sneijder tested goalkeeper Storari after only six minutes to signal his team 's intent while Eto'o had a key role in the following two goals . Eto'o also had a goal disallowed as he headed into the net from an offside position to cap a telling performance that was in stark contrast to that of Holland international Klass-Jan Huntelaar who made an inauspicious debut for Milan after leaving Real Madrid . Sully Muntari came on as a second-half substitute , seemingly confirming Mourinho 's belief that the player had reduced energy levels as a result of fasting for Ramadan . Elsewhere in Serie A , Bari drew 0-0 with Bologna despite substitute Ferdinando Sforzini being sent off for the home side as the game drew to a close . In a game of few chances Daniele De Vezze went closest to opening the scoring for the hosts .
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Inter thrash rivals AC Milan 4-0 in derby after Gennaro Gattuso is sent off . Goals from Motta , Milito , Maicon and Stankovic seal humiliating defeat . Cameroon striker Samuel Eto'o has goal disallowed to cap good performance . Elsewhere , Bari draw 0-0 with Bologna despite finishing with ten men .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Roma moved up to sixth place in the Serie A table after a 1-0 victory in the Rome ` derby ' against city rivals Lazio . Substitute full-back Marco Cassetti scored the only goal in the 79th minute , finding the corner of the net with a scuffed shot from Mirko Vucinic 's cross . Lazio had enjoyed the better of the chances in a tight matchm with Mauro Zarate striking the post on the hour mark -- before Roma goalkeeper Julio Sergio made an instinctive one-handed save from Stefano Mauri 's follow-up . Roma were reduced to 10 men in the 88th minute when David Pizarro picked up his second yellow card , but they held on for the victory on a match that was held up for 10 minutes in the first-half because of crowd disturbances . In Sunday 's other matches , Jonathan Biabiany scored twice as Parma drew 2-2 away to Genoa to keep hold of fourth in the table . With Italy 's top three all playing on Saturday , Parma came into the match in fourth after Sampdoria 's 3-0 defeat at AC Milan on Saturday dropped them down to fifth overnight . Rodrigo Palacio initially put Genoa in position to take fourth themselves with a 14th minute opener . But Biabiany struck on 36 and 59 minutes to give Parma the lead before Raffaelle Palladino equalized eight minutes later , leaving Genoa in seventh position . At one point during the afternoon Cagliari , who had won five of their last six matches and beat Juventus 2-0 a week ago , had looked in pole position to go fourth as they led 1-0 at Palermo at halftime through Alessandro Matri . But goals from Igor Budan and Simon Kjaer 10 minutes apart gave Delio Rossi his first win as coach of the Sicilians . Fiorentina moved up to fifth after their 2-0 home win over Atalanta ended their two-match losing streak . Peru international Juan Vargas opened the scoring on 26 minutes with a left-foot rocket from outside the box and Italy forward Alberto Gilardino clinched the victory a minute from time . The race for fourth is now so tight that Parma are only five points above Palermo in 13th place . Napoli extended their unbeaten run since Walter Mazzarri took over from Roberto Donadoni to nine matches in all competitions as Fabio Quagliarella scored a brace , including the winner two minutes from time , in a 3-2 success at home to Bari . Bari led 2-1 after an hour through goals from Paulo Barreto and Andrea Ranocchia but then had Alessandro Parisi dismissed . Cristian Maggio restored parity before Quagliarella 's late winner while Bari ended with nine men as Ranocchia also saw red late on . At the bottom of the table Siena gave themselves a lifeline with a come-from-behind 3-2 home win over second bottom Catania .
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Roma move up to sixth place in the Serie A table after a 1-0 victory over city rivals Lazio . Substitute full-back Marco Cassetti scored the only goal of the game in the 79th minute . Jonathan Biabiany scored twice as Parma drew 2-2 away to Genoa to keep hold of fourth position .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A 2005 cable by the U.S. ambassador to Botswana criticized how the southern African nation 's government handled the removal of Bushmen people from the Central Kalahari Game Reserve , according to the document obtained by WikiLeaks and published Thursday by London 's Guardian newspaper . The cable by former Ambassador Joseph Huggins described a visit to the government-run Bushmen settlement called New Xade outside the reserve where hundreds of Bushmen lived after being forced to leave the protected area . `` It is also clear that people have been dumped in economically absolutely unviable situations without forethought , and without follow-up support , '' said the cable bearing Huggins ' name at the bottom . `` The lack of imagination displayed on the part of the GOB -LRB- government of Botswana -RRB- is breathtaking . '' The Bushmen , traditional hunter-gatherers indigenous to arid regions of southern Africa including the desert interior of Botswana , were forced out of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve by the government in 2002 . The government said human inhabitants were out of place in a wilderness reserve , but the Bushmen and their advocates argued the government was clearing the way to launch the lucrative mining for diamonds , the country 's economic mainstay . On Monday , Botswana 's government granted a 25-year , $ 3 billion mining license to Gem Diamonds for an area that includes the part of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve , claimed as indigenous homeland by the Bushmen . The cable , if authentic , does n't represent the current situation , Jeff Ramsey a spokesman for the Botswana government , said in an e-mailed statement . `` It is at best a snapshot of one individual 's own initial assessment at a point in time , '' he said . Ramsey said the government has `` engaged in a wide range of economic empowerment initiatives '' for those affected by the relocation , including providing livestock , small business mentoring and other services . `` It has been and remains Government 's view that the establishment of New Xade has increased both the immediate and long-term opportunities for economic and social development of its residents , as is reflected in the village 's ongoing growth , '' he said . In a separate but related matter , an appeals court in Botswana will rule as soon as next week on whether Bushmen who have returned to the game reserve have the right to use a water well , known as a borehole , near their settlement . Last year , Justice Lakhvinder Singh Walia ruled against the Bushmen , saying they could choose to live closer to where water and other essential services were available outside the reserve . At an appeals court hearing this week , the lawyer for the Bushmen told the five appellate judges that the Bushmen had a lawful and constitutional right to live in the game reserve . In addition , the lawyer , barrister Gordon Bennett , said the nation 's Water Act allows any legal occupant of land to dig a borehole for domestic use . In response , the lawyer for the government told the appellate panel that the government was not obliged to restore resources for the Bushmen in the game reserve . The lawyer , Paul Berger , said the government provided sufficient water to Bushmen communities outside the reserve . `` The applicants have eschewed the government 's provision of services in favor of living traditionally in the '' game reserve , Berger said . If the Bushmen chose to live a nomadic life like their ancestors , they should do so as their ancestors did , without government-provided water , he argued . According to Survival International , a London-based group that advocates for the Bushmen , a 2006 court ruling gave the Bushmen the right to return to their ancestral land , but the government `` has done everything it can to make their return impossible , '' the group says on its website .
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The 2005 cable obtained by WikiLeaks is published by the Guardian . The U.S. ambassador questioned how Botswana removed indigenous Bushmen from a game reserve . Gem Diamonds received a 25-year , $ 3 billion license to mine diamonds in the reserve . A government spokesman says the relocation and government aid have helped the Bushmen .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Paolo Guerrero scored twice as Hamburg took over top spot in the German Bundesliga on goal difference from Bayer Leverkusen after a 3-1 victory against bottom club Cologne on Sunday . Paolo Guerrero celebrates after scoring his second goal for Hamburg in the win over Cologne . Leverkusen had gone three points clear on Saturday night with a 2-1 win against Bochum . Peru striker Guerrero netted the opening goal against visiting Cologne after being picked out by David Jarolim in the 19th minute . Bruno Labbadia 's Hamburg team needed until the 66th minute before doubling the lead , with Guerrero again giving goalkeeper Faryd Mondragon no chance . However , winless Cologne pulled one back with a spectacular long-range effort from substitute Adil Chihi before Piotr Trochowski 's late penalty wrapped up the points following a foul by Mondragon on midfielder Ze Roberto . Earlier on Sunday , Werder Bremen moved up to third on goal difference following a 3-2 win at struggling Hertha Berlin . Bremen joined Schalke and Borussia Monchengladbach on seven points after all five goals were scored in just over half an hour in the second period . Bremen midfielder Mesut Ozil squandered the best chance of the first half when he hit the post with just goalkeeper Jaroslav Drobny to beat , but made amends when he broke the deadlock from a similar situation 12 minutes after the interval . Tim Borowski doubled the lead on 74 after Drobny failed to hold a shot from Torsten Frings , then the hosts pulled one back with a 20-yard free-kick from Lukasz Piszczek . Naldo made it 3-1 with seven minutes to go when he headed home from a corner before Patrik Ebert smashed in a brilliant late long-range effort to set up a tense finish . Meanwhile , Hannover have appointed caretaker manager Andreas Bergmann as coach until the end of the season to replace Dieter Hecking , who resigned two weeks ago .
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Hamburg take top spot in Bundesliga on goal difference from Bayer Leverkusen . Paolo Guerrero scores twice in 3-1 victory at home to bottom club Cologne . Werder Bremen move up to third following a 3-2 win at struggling Hertha Berlin . Bremen join Schalke and Borussia Monchengladbach on seven points .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Bayern Munich closed to within two points of Bundesliga leaders Hamburg and Bayer Leverkusen with a 2-1 victory at home to Bavarian rivals Nuremberg on Saturday . Belgian defender Daniel Van Buyten celebrates his winning goal for Bayern Munich . Daniel Van Buyten 's 82nd-minute winner left Bayern on 13 points behind the two top teams , who are in action on Sunday , and above Hoffenheim and Mainz on goal difference . Mainz won 3-2 away to Bochum on Saturday , while Hoffenheim scored three late goals to snatch a 4-2 victory at Borussia Moenchengladbach . They moved above Schalke , who lost 2-1 to coach Felix Magath 's former team , defending champions Wolfsburg , on Friday night . Bayern broke into the top three for the first time this season despite again starting with France star Franck Ribery on the substitutes ' bench , where he was joined by Miroslav Klose as young striker Thomas Muller was given the chance to add to his run of four goals in two games . Nuremberg fielded a defensive line-up , but striker Mario Gomez still managed to hit the crossbar for Bayern before Ivica Olic broke the deadlock in the 55th minute . The Croatia forward scored his second goal of the season after being fed in the penalty area by Muller , who was earlier denied one-on-one by goalkeeper Raphael Schafer . The visitors shocked the 69,000-strong crowd in the 73rd minute when Eric-Maxim Choupo-Moting equalized after good work by 18-year-old midfielder Ilkay Gundogan . However , Belgian defender Van Buyten followed up his midweek Champions League goal in the win over Maccabi Haifa by heading Arjen Robben 's right-wing cross into the far corner to help launch the city 's Oktoberfest in fine style . Hoffenheim moved into fourth place on 11 points as Senegalese striker Demba Ba scored in the first minute of injury-time to seal victory over Moenchengladbach . Brazilian midfielder Maicosuel had equalized in the 86th minute and then Nigerian forward Chinedu Obasi put the visitors ahead three minutes later . The hosts had led 2-0 after 17 minutes through Juan Arango and Roberto Colautti , but Sejad Salihovic 's free-kick beat goalkeeper Logan Bailly from an impossibly tight angle four minutes later to reduce the deficit . Mainz earned victory at Bochum thanks to a second-half double from 18-year-old striker Andre Schuerle . Midfielder Mimoun Azaouagh put the home side ahead after only seven minutes and striker Diego Fernando Klimowicz doubled the lead at the end of first-half regulation time -- but Andreas Ivanschitz reduced the deficit before the whistle blew for the interval . Schuerle netted in the 52nd and 71st minutes to give Mainz a third win from six league outings . Cologne moved off the bottom of the table with their first victory , winning 2-0 at Stuttgart with a 25th-minute header from Sebastian Freis before goalkeeper Jens Lehmann 's 89th-minute error let in striker Manasseh Ishiaku . In Saturday 's other game , Hannover were held 1-1 at home by Borussia Dortmund as Didier Ya Konan scored three minutes after halftime for the hosts to cancel out Nuri Sahin 's goal just before the break . On Sunday , Hamburg travel to Eintracht Frankfurt , Leverkusen host Werder Bremen and bottom club Hertha Berlin are at home to Freiburg . On Friday , striker Edin Dzeko scored twice to haunt his former mentor Magath as champions Wolfsburg moved onto nine points with a third win of the Bundesliga season . The Bosnian broke the deadlock in the 55th minute with a header from Sascha Riether 's cross , but Benedikt Howedes leveled with a header of his own 10 minutes from time from Levan Kenia 's corner . However , Dzeko relieved the pressure on coach Armin Veh a minute later to end a run of three defeats as he fired home from eight yards after being set up by substitute Makoto Hasebe . Schalke substitute Kevin Kuranyi had a late header blocked on the line by goalkeeper Andre Lenz , filling in for the suspended Diego Benaglio .
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Bayern Munich close to within two points of Bundesliga 's top two teams . Daniel van Buyten heads late goal against Bavarian rivals Nuremberg in 2-1 win . Bayern third on goal difference ahead of Hoffenheim and Mainz , who both win . Cologne move off bottom of table with first victory , winning 2-0 at Stuttgart .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- England midfielder Michael Carrick missed a first-half penalty as English Premier League champions Manchester United suffered a sensational 1-0 defeat at newly promoted Burnley . Michael Carrick misses his first-half penalty as Manchester United slumped to a stunning defeat at Burnley . The home side scored the only goal of the game in the 19th minute when Stephen Jordan 's deep cross for Martin Paterson was headed away by United full-back Patrice Evra -- only for Robbie Blake to meet the ball on the volley and fire a spectacular shot into the top corner . United pressed hard for an equalizer and wasted a golden opportunity just before the end of the half when Blake turned from hero to villian by tripping Evra in the penalty area . Carrick stepped up to take the spot-kick , but goalkeeper Brian Jensen pulled off a fine save . Although United continued to dominate possession and chances after the interval , Burnley held off their illustrious opponents to secure a narrow victory in their first home match back in the top flight after an absence of 33 years . `` The goal was a fantastic strike and I think Burnley won the match with their play in the opening 10 minutes . Saying that , we had enough chances to have got something from the game , '' United manager Sir Alex Ferguson told Sky Sports . `` This is a bad blow for us . We should n't be losing these matches but it 's a special night for Burnley . '' Watch more on Manchester United 's hopes to retain its title '' In the night 's other matches , Liverpool gave the perfect response to Sunday 's defeat at Tottenham as Rafael Benitez 's team thumped Stoke 4-0 . Fernando Torres opened the scoring in just the fourth minute when he met Steven Gerrard 's cross with a fine finish . The home side doubled their lead on the stroke of half-time when James Beattie cleared Dirk Kuyt 's header off the line and the ball fell for full-back Glen Johnson , who volleyed home from close-range . Dutchman Kuyt added the third in the 78th minute from close-range while substitute David Ngog added a fourth goal in stoppage time . Tottenham made it two wins out of two with a thumping 5-1 victory at Hull City , a result that takes Harry Redknapp 's side top of the table above London rivals Chelsea on goal difference . England striker Jermain Defoe , who scored twice against the Netherlands last week , maintained his superb recent form with a hat-trick , as Hull slumped to their second successive defeat . Defoe scored a 10th-minute opener when he took Tom Huddlestone 's pass on the edge of the penalty area and worked space to drive home a fine finish . Honduran midfielder Wilson Palacios increased Tottenham 's lead four minutes later when he finished Robbie Keane 's pass for his first goal in English football . Hull winger Steven Hunt , who also scored on his debut at Chelsea on Saturday , reduced the deficit when he curled in a long-range free-kick in the 25th minute . But Defoe restored Tottenham 's two-goal advantage on the stroke of half-time when he collected Keane 's flick and blasted past goalkeeper Boaz Myhill . Keane got on the score sheet himself in the 78th minute to put the seal on Tottenham 's victory and Defoe 's treble arrived in stoppage time . There was a controversial finish in the final match at St Andrews , where newly - promoted Birmingham beat Portsmouth 1-0 courtesy of a controversial late penalty . England goalkeeper David James collided with Sebastian Larsson in the area in stoppage time and James McFadden slotted home the spot-kick .
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Manchester United suffer shock 1-0 Premier League loss at new boys Burnley . Robbie Blake scores the only goal as Michael Carrick misses United penalty . Jermain Defoe scores a hat-trick as Tottenham hammer Hull 5-1 to lead table .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Real Madrid as they won 3-1 in Marseille on Tuesday to top Group C of Champions League qualifying . Real 's victory meant AC Milan went through in second place in the group despite held 1-1 at FC Zurich , owing their draw to a second half penalty from Ronaldinho . Former World Player of the Year Ronaldo scored in the fifth and 80th minutes in a comfortable win for the Spanish giants and showed he is back to his very best after an injury layoff . The Portuguese star opened his account with a blistering 30 meter free kick , but Marseille midfielder Lucho Gonzalez leveled from close range six minutes later . Real 's Raul Albiol put them ahead on the hour mark before Lucho hit the crossbar from the penalty spot soon afterwards . Ronaldo added his second in the 80th after a mistake by home goalkeeper Steve Mandanda left him with a conversion into an open goal . Swiss side Zurich tested Milan and after dominating the first half went ahead in the 29th minute through a Milan Gajic free kick from outside the area . Zurich had shocked Milan 1-0 in the San Siro in October , but were reduced to 10 men in the 64th minute when Marco Borriello was hacked down by defender Alain Rochat , who was sent off . Brazilian ace Ronaldo converted the spot kick to grab a precious point for his side against the group 's bottom side . Chelsea had already clinched top spot in Group D but put on a lackluster display to be held 2-2 at Stamford Bridge by APOEL Nicosia . Marcin Zewlakow 's early opener for APOEL gave the Cyprus side a shock lead before Michael Essien and Didier Drogba put Chelsea ahead before half-time . But Chelsea , who had gone into the game off the back of two defeats , were made to pay for a defensive error by John Obi Mikel as Nenad Mirosavljevic scored a late equalizer . The other qualifiers Porto rounded off their campaign with a 3-0 win over third-placed Atletico Madrid . Bruno Alves headed Porto into the lead after two minutes with Falcao scoring the second on 14 minutes . Brazilian Hulk completed the victory with a fine third after 76 minutes after a mazy run and shot .
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Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Real Madrid top Group C by beating Marseille 3-1 . Ronaldinho penalty gives AC Milan 1-1 draw against FC Zurich . Chelsea held to a 2-2 draw at home by APOEL Nicosia . Atletico Madrid claim Europa Cup place despite losing 3-0 to Porto .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Liverpool director Tom Hicks Jr has resigned from his position with the club and their parent company Kop Holdings in the wake of a foul-mouthed e-mail rant at a fan . The American , son of co-owner Tom Hicks , became embroiled in controversy when it emerged he had responded abusively when one supporter contacted him directly about the state of the Premier League club and their finances . Hicks Jr subsequently apologized but he has now quit the club . The Spirit of Shankly fans ' group , who are committed to the removal of American co-owners Hicks Sr and George Gillett , had called for Hicks Jr to resign . However , with his father as co-owner it appeared there would be little pressure from the top to do so . Hicks Jr was seen as a key player on Anfield 's board -- comprised of Hicks and his father , Gillett and his son Foster and managing director Christian Purslow . At the same time Liverpool announced his departure , they revealed a re-structuring of the boardroom of both club and Kop Holdings . Casey Coffman , executive vice-president of Hicks Holdings , is the man brought in to replace Hicks Jr while Liverpool 's chief financial officer Philip Nash and the club 's commercial director Ian Ayre are have also both been elected to both companies . Purslow , Nash and Ayre have played increasingly important roles in the last few months as they work towards putting the club on a healthier financial footing . That has already led to the signing of a new shirt sponsorship deal with Standard Chartered Bank worth around $ 120 million . One of Purslow 's priorities since taking over from Rick Parry in June last year has been to find new investment in the club as they seek to get the funding in place to build a new stadium . Hicks Jr had no real input into decision-making at the club on a daily basis and so his departure will not affect on-going plans .
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Liverpool director Tom Hicks Jr has resigned from his position with the club and parent company Kop Holdings . The American responded abusively when a fan contacted him about the state of the club 's finances . Hicks Jr subsequently apologized but he has now quit the club owened by his father and George Gillett .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Liverpool have signed Argentina international Maxi Rodriguez on a free transfer from Atletico Madrid . The 29-year-old winger has penned a three-and-a-half-year deal with Rafael Benitez 's side after four years in the Spanish capital . After passing a medical and agreeing terms Rodriguez put pen to paper on the deal , which is subject to international clearance . Manager Rafa Benitez told the club 's official Web site . `` We were looking for players with character and a good mentality . `` He has played for Argentina and Atletico Madrid and is a player with personality . He can play in three positions -- on the right , left or as a second striker -- and is someone with a very positive mentality , which is what we are looking for . `` He is comfortable on the ball , can pass and keep possession . He is good at getting into the box and scoring goals and a good finisher . Every year he gets five to 15 goals from the right side of midfield . '' In other transfer news , Serie A side Fiorentina have agreed terms with Partizan Belgrade to sign promising midfielder Adem Ljajic . The 18-year-old looked poised to sign for Manchester United 12 months ago alongside team-mate Zoran Tosic . Tosic eventually made the move to Old Trafford , but the English Premier League champions decided against signing Ljajic . Meanwhile , Japan international Junichi Inamoto has left Rennes to join J-League side Kawasaki Frontale . The 30-year-old former Arsenal midfielder joined French side Rennes at the beginning of the season but failed to make an impact . Elsewhere , Scottish giants Celtic have trimmed their squad by selling four players in one day , with three going to the same club . Midfielders Barry Robson and Willo Flood and striker Chris Killen have all left Glasgow to be re-united with former manager Gordon Strachan at English Championship side Middlesbrough . Strachan also wanted to sign defender Gary Caldwell , but the Scottish international declined the move to sign a four-and-a-half year deal with Premier League Wigan for an undisclosed fee . There was also a managerial appointment in the English Premier League , with Burnley announcing that Owen Coyle , who left the club last week to join rivals Bolton , and been replaced by former Burnley defender Brian Laws . Transfer rumors : . England : Tottenham forward Roman Pavlyuchenko looks set to end his White Hart Lane nightmare by joining Zenit St Petersburg , according to the Daily Mirror . Italy : Young Roma striker Stefano Okaka appears set to complete a loan move to Fulham next week , claim Tutto Mercato Web . Italy : West Ham midfielder Valon Behrami has been offered to both Roma and Lazio for 15m euros , although neither club can afford the transfer fee , Itasport are reporting .
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Liverpool have signed Argentina international Maxi Rodriguez on a free transfer . The 29-year-old winger has penned a three-and-a-half-year deal with Rafael Benitez 's side . Fiorentina have agreed terms with Partizan Belgrade to sign promising midfielder Adem Ljajic .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Sixth seed Juan Martin Del Potro , in his first Grand Slam final , stunned defending champion and top seed Roger Federer to take the men 's singles title at the U.S. Open in New York . Juan Martin Del Potro celebrates after beating Roger Federer during the final on Monday . The 20-year-old Argentinean took the Swiss world No. 1 to five sets , including two tiebreakers that went Del Potro 's way , winning 3-6 7-6 -LRB- 7-5 -RRB- 4-6 7-6 -LRB- 7-4 -RRB- 6-2 . Del Potro 's win , which took four hours and six minutes , ended Federer 's five-year reign at the U.S. Open . Federer , 28 , was seeking his sixth consecutive U.S. Open win , which would have equaled the feat achieved in 1925 by American Bill Tilden , who then went on to claim his seventh U.S. Open title in 1929 . Federer had already won this year 's French Open and Wimbledon titles and was Australian Open runner-up . Federer claimed the opening set after leading 3-0 at the beginning , and he achieved an early break in the opening game of the second set as well . However , Del Potro broke back when Federer was serving for the second set at 5-4 up , with the set eventually going to a tie-break . Federer had never lost a tiebreak in a U.S. Open final , winning his four previous ones , but Del Potro ended that sequence by taking the tie-break 7-5 to tie the scores . The third set included a failed challenge by Del Potro , an angry response by Federer to the chair umpire , and a couple double-faults by the Argentine to give the Swiss the set . Del Potro returned to form in the fourth set that saw Federer near victory but not attain it as his young opponent again won the tiebreak . Del Potro sped to a 5-2 lead in the fifth set on his serve , and the next game went to deuce before Federer double-faulted and then overshot a backhand to concede the title . Del Potro won more points than Federer , who had 11 double-faults as well as 13 aces . Del Potro , a quarterfinalist last year , had reached the finals after beating 16th seed Marin Cilic of Croatia in the quarterfinals and then crushing third seed Rafael Nadal of Spain in the semifinals . After defeating Nadal , Del Potro had then called the victory `` the best moment of my life . ''
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Argentinean takes champion to five sets , winning 3-6 7-6 -LRB- 7-5 -RRB- 4-6 7-6 -LRB- 7-4 -RRB- 6-2 . Federer was aiming to equal Bill Tilden 's record of six successive U.S. Open wins . Federer had so far this year won the French Open and Wimbledon titles . Del Potro , 20 , won his first Grand Slam title after reaching final for first time .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Roger Federer exclusively told CNN that the stunning shot he executed in his U.S. Open semifinal against Novak Djokovic was the best of his career . Roger Federer hailed his stunning shot against Novak Djokovic as the best of his career . The world number one produced a near-faultless performance to defeat fourth seed Djokovic in straight sets to reach his sixth consecutive U.S. Open Final at Flushing Meadows , but it was an outrageous shot to set up match point that will be most remembered . It came with Djokovic serving at 6-5 down in the third set . At love 30-0 up Federer dashed back to the baseline and hit a winner through his legs that flew over the net and past Djokovic into the corner for match point . `` I think it was the greatest shot I have ever hit in my life , '' Federer told CNN . `` I have hit some good ones over all the matches I have played , but I think this one , especially under the circumstances at love 30-up and with having chance to maybe clinch the match , was amazing . `` I got a standing ovation and people went crazy -- here in New York the crowds are fantastic -- as it was the perfect shot to hit , at exactly the right time , and I ca n't believe I pulled it off . '' Federer also revealed he is producing his best tennis because he is under less pressure than perhaps he was at the same time last year . At this stage in 2008 Federer had not won a grand slam but after winning the French Open and a historic 15th major at Wimbledon this time round he admitted he is more relaxed . `` I have a little bit less pressure to prove myself after reaching the 15 Grand Slams everyone was talking about and I also I won in Paris , '' he added . `` Getting through the pregnancy with my wife Mirka and having two beautiful daughters is also something that relaxes you for sure . But at the same time when you walk out on center court there will always be a certain type of pressure which will be there for the rest of my career . `` I just have to make sure I handle it correctly . I always play my best tennis towards the end of a tournament and I am happy that it is continued in this match after everything that has already happened this year . '' Federer will play Argentina 's Juan Del Potro who reached his first grand slam final after he crushed Rafael Nadal in the other semifinal . The sixth seed blew Nadal away at the Arthur Ashe Stadium , taking two hours and 20 minutes to take a comprehensive 6-2 6-2 6-2 victory .
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Roger Federer hailed a shot against Novak Djokovic as the best of his career . The Swiss world number one hit a stunning baseline winner through his legs . Federer is going in search of his sixth U.S. Open title at Flushing Meadows . Argentina 's Juan Del Potro faces Federer in what will be a first grand slam final .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Premier League big-spenders Manchester City will renew their search for a new world-class striker after ending their interest in Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o . Eto'o will not be playing for Manchester City next season after the English club ended their interest in him . The Cameroon international , who is about to embark on the last year of his contract at the Nou Camp , felt he should receive a significant portion of the # 18million -LRB- $ 29m -RRB- fee City were willing to pay -- as he would be entitled to leave for nothing next summer . City manager Mark Hughes initially signalled his intention to wait for Eto'o to resolve the wrangle . Yet , as the week has dragged on , the argument has just got more confusing and complicated . Latest transfer rumors and gossip . It was suggested City were ready to offer Eto'o a deadline of this weekend to determine his future . However , in the end , City chairman Khaldoon al-Mubarak did not even give the 28-year-old that long , with Barcelona officially contacted on Friday with confirmation the deal was off . `` Samuel Eto'o is undoubtedly a fine footballer but the circumstances surrounding him were such that the deal could not be completed , '' City chief executive Garry Cook told the club 's official Web site . `` We now feel the time is right to pursue other avenues . We have a clear strategic transfer plan , which we continue to follow . '' England midfielder Gareth Barry and Paraguayan striker Roque Santa Cruz have already joined the club this summer and Argentine forward Carlos Tevez is expected to complete his move from rivals Manchester United in the near future . Chelsea and England captain John Terry and Everton defender Joleon Lescott also remain high on the club 's wish-list . Meanwhile , two players leaving the club are midfielder Gelson Fernandes and Brazilian striker Jo . Swiss international Fernandes has completed his move to French side St Etienne , while Jo has returned to Everton on loan for the season . In other transfer news , Sunderland have swooped to sign Manchester United 's reserve team striker Fraizer Campbell for # 3.5 m -LRB- $ 5.67 m -RRB- on a four-year contract .
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Manchester City have ended their interest in signing Barcelona 's Samuel Eto'o . The move fell through because Eto'o wanted to be paid a portion of transfer fee . City midfielder Gelson Fernandez and Brazilian striker Jo both leave the club .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Lukas Podolski scored his first goal since returning to Cologne but it was not enough as they crashed to a defeat 2-1 against Schalke which leaves them bottom of the German Bundesliga . Podolski celebrates his first goal since returning to Cologne , but it did not stop his side sliding to defeat . The hosts had already gone behind to a second-minute Jefferson Farfan strike when Podolski , who rejoined his boyhood club from Bayern Munich in the summer , levelled matters with six minutes played . But hopes Podolski 's strike would inspire the home side fell flat a minute after half-time when Levan Kobiashvili scored a winner to move Schalke up to third in the table . Defeat for Cologne leaves them rock bottom with just one point from their opening five games . Schalke 's early goal came courtesy of a corner to the far post where Gerald Asamoah was waiting to head the ball back across goal . Farfan was alert to the opportunity and sent his flying header into the back of the net for his second of the campaign . The mood inside the RheinEnergie Stadion improved significantly four minutes later when Podolski latched onto a through-ball before coolly stepping around Manuel Neuer to stroke home . The decisive moment in the game arrived just a minute after the interval when the dangerous Farfan attracted the home defence in the middle of the area before laying off a pass for Kobiashvili to thrash left-footed into the net . Meanwhile , in the day 's other Bundesliga match , Werder Bremen had the better of the chances but were held to a 0-0 draw by Hannover .
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Lukas Podolski scores his first goal since returning to Cologne in 2-1 defeat . Jefferson Farfan and Levan Kobiashvili scored the goals that gave Schalke win . The defeat leaves Cologne on bottom of the Bundesliga table after five games .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Maria Sharapova landed the Toray Pan Pacific Open title in Tokyo on Saturday as her final opponent Jelena Jankovic was forced to retire injured in the first set . Sharapova was winning her first title of 2009 after returning from injury . Unseeded Russian Sharapova was leading 5-2 when Jankovic pulled out with a right wrist injury . It is Sharapova 's first title since returning to the WTA after being sidelined for 10 months after shoulder surgery . Serbian Jankovic claimed the opening two games , but Sharapova stormed back to claim the next five before the seventh seed signaled she could not continue . `` It was a tough start today . Jelena started off so strong , '' admitted tennis icon Sharapova . `` It was my second final of the year and I was a bit nervous . `` But I played well enough this week to know I could give her a good match . I just wanted to keep fighting out there and unfortunately Jelena had to stop , '' the 22-year-old added . Sharapova has taken advantage of a series of shocks in the $ 2 million tournament which saw world number one Dinara Safina and Venus Williams exit in the first round . Venus Williams was back in action in her opening round match at the China Open in Beijing on Saturday , but was made to fight hard by Russia 's Vera Dushevina before coming through 6-2 7-6 . The seven-time grand slam winner trailed 4-0 in the second set before claiming the next five games . Dushevina hit back to force a tiebreak which Williams claimed comfortably to reach the second round . The tournament is being held in conjunction with an ATP men 's event with Rafael Nadal , Novak Djokovic and Andy Roddick in action when it gets underway on Monday . Sunday will see top seed Safina and second-ranked Serena Williams in action in the women 's tournament with Sharapova granted a first round bye after her Tokyo heroics .
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Maria Sharapova claims the Toray Pan Pacific Open title in Tokyo . Unseeded Russian beats Jelena Jankovic who retires with wrist injury in first set . Venus Williams wins first round match at China Open in Beijing .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Massimo Ambrosini has signed a one-year contract extension at AC Milan to stay with the Italian club until 2011 . Ambrosini will remain with AC Milan until 2011 after signing a new one-year contract with the club . The 32-year-old AC Milan captain scored seven goals in 27 Serie A appearances for the Rossoneri last season . Ambrosini joined AC Milan in 1995 from second division side Cesena and is in his 14th campaign with the Italian giants . `` AC Milan can confirm that Massimo Ambrosini 's contract has been extended and the player will remain at the club until 30th June 2011 , '' read a statement on the club 's official Web site . Ambrosini was handed the Milan armband by coach Leonardo following Paolo Maldini 's retirement this summer .
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Massimo Ambrosini has signed a one-year contract extension with AC Milan . Ambrosini , 32 , joined AC Milan in 1995 from Cesena and is in his 14th season . He was named captain this summer following the retirement of Paolo Maldini .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Arsenal forward Robin van Persie has accused former teammate Emmanuel Adebayor of deliberately trying to injure him with a stamp during their English Premier League defeat to Manchester City . Robin van Persie has accused Emmanuel Adebayor of trying to deliberately injure him . Adebayor , who left Arsenal for City in July for a fee in the region of $ 40 million , seemed to lunge at the Dutch international who sustained a cut on the side of his head which required treatment . Match referee Mark Clattenburg did not get a clear view of the incident in a match which City won 4-2 at Eastlands and Adebayor escaped punishment following the van Persie incident , although he was booked for his goal celebration in front of the Arsenal fans after he ran the full length of the pitch . Football Association chief executive Ian Watmore has confirmed the governing body will take a `` good close look '' at the two incidents involving Adebayor who scored in the 80th minute . But van Persie directed his ire towards Togo international Adebayor , who spent three-and-a-half years at the Emirates Stadium before his move to City , with a statement on the official Arsenal Web site . Do you think the FA should punish Adebayor for his conduct ? Sound Off below . `` I am sad and disappointed by my former team-mate Emmanuel Adebayor 's mindless and malicious stamp on me , '' van Persie said . `` He set out to hurt me and I feel lucky that I have not suffered a greater injury . The contact was only centimeters from my eye . We are both professional footballers and I know that the game is physical . I , too , have made hard and sometimes mis-timed challenges but never with the intention of hurting an opponent . He set out to hurt me today . `` I knew he was aiming for a collision because he changed the angle of his body to allow contact to be made . He moved backwards when his natural momentum would have taken him forward . I find that deeply disrespectful . He has shown a real lack of class today , to me and the fans . `` I do feel lucky that I have not received a greater injury . The contact was only centimeters from my eye . I have not received an apology from him , there were no words exchanged afterwards . He had his own agenda today and that is bad for football . It 's bad for the game we all love . `` I want to make it clear that this has nothing to do with the result of today 's match . We do not hide from that disappointment but I need to speak out about this behavior . '' Adebayor later apologized for his goal celebration in front of the Arsenal supporters as it later emerged that a match steward needed hospital treatment after being hit by a flying object in the wake of the reaction by the Gunners fans . City manager Mark Hughes called for the authorities not to come down too hard on the 25-year-old Togo international for the celebration . `` We have to cut Emmanuel a bit of slack -- he is an emotional guy and was caught up in the moment . It was a fantastic goal and great finish , '' Hughes told the club 's Web site . `` He has already apologized on camera and that is the right thing to do because obviously it can be provocative . `` We just have to understand that he is an emotional guy and he wanted to share the moment with the fans in the corner with whom he has a special affinity . It is the same area that the Arsenal fans were in so there is the potential for people to see it as the wrong thing to do . We recognize that and so does Ade . ''
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Emmanuel Adebayor appears to stamp on Arsenal forward Robin van Persie . Van Persie says that Adebayor deliberately set out to injure him in the match . Adebayor also celebrated his goal in Man City 's 4-2 win in front of Arsenal fans . FA set to investigate Adebayor 's conduct in the English Premier League clash .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- If Manchester United and Liverpool fans are expecting the arrival of superstar players ahead of the new season then they had better think again , as the cost of refinancing debt could significantly curb the club 's spending power according to industry experts . Liverpool co-owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks took over the club in February 2007 . Financial prudence will be the watchword for the majority of the English Premier League in the transfer market as clubs look to consolidate their financial position in a move that could see a shift of power in Europe to Spain 's La Liga . United have received $ 130 million for the sale of Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid , but the Glazer family owners will not sanction anywhere near that amount for new players according to Professor Rogan Taylor at the University of Liverpool 's Football Industry Group . The Americans ' takeover of the Red Devils placed the club in $ 1,100 m of debt , according to the holding companies ' accounts of 2009 ; a situation that requires careful management . `` The refinancing at Manchester United is structured in a very complex way but ultimately the economic difficulties now mean that there will be a reduction in Alex Ferguson 's transfer budget , '' he told CNN . `` Although some of the funds from the Ronaldo transfer will go back into the club 's coffers there will be a tightening of the purse strings which will seriously impact on United 's capacity to go after the top players . `` Certainly , Ferguson would have wanted a top-class replacement for Ronaldo but with the need to keep the debt in order and -- being unable to compete with Real Madrid and Manchester City -- the funds available and the pool of players from which they can sign is a lot smaller . '' Liverpool 's situation is even more acute as American co-owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks , through their company Kop Holdings , struggle to secure the finances to fund the club 's proposed new stadium . A deal to refinance their $ 570m Royal Bank of Scotland loan appears to have been secured , but the long-term sustainability of the idea used to purchase Liverpool is serious under question . Will Liverpool and Manchester United splash the cash in the transfer market despite the financial problems ? Who would you like to see them sign ? Let us know your comments in the ` Sound off ' box below . Professor Taylor added : `` The whole model on which Hicks and Gillett bought Liverpool is flawed and Rafael Benitez may have to sell Javier Mascherano or Xabi Alonso before he can go out and spend during the close season . `` Even then there is no certainty he will get the whole amount from the sale of either of those players back in the transfer kitty so it promises to be a difficult period for Liverpool as obviously expectation has been raised following last season 's second-place finish . `` The need to refinance the debt remains key to the American owners remaining in control of the club so that will be their priority -- at the expense of matters on the pitch . '' Jon Keen deputy chairman of the Football Supporters Federation , and an expert in the field of club governance and ownership , admitted the situation at both clubs will stir up further resentment among fans towards their owners . `` The current refinancing situation in the top-flight is like a financial house cards which could come crashing down at any time , '' he told CNN . `` We have already seen a situation unravel with the banking system which has angered a lot of people and something similar could well happen with football in the near future . `` Ultimately fans want to see money raised from sales of players either put back into the transfer pot or levied against their own costs of attending matches , not simply servicing huge amounts of debt as is the case with Manchester United and Liverpool at the moment . `` There needs to be a reality check about the way these clubs are operating . Certainly , I think the current economic climate will drastically reduce the spending power of clubs in the Premier League with the exception perhaps of Manchester City . '' Of course , this contrasts with Spain 's Real Madrid who have recently splashed almost $ 300m on Ronaldo , Kaka and Karim Benzema -- and are not finished yet if president Florentino Perez is to be believed . The construction magnate and his powerful board are able to wield influence with banks and allow Real to secure credit on favorable terms which , combined with a lucrative domestic television rights deal , puts them in a stronger financial position . Ultimately this appears to have precipitated a shift away from the English Premier League to La Liga for the world 's best players as Spain becomes the preferred destination of choice . Whether Real can convert this into a challenge to the recent English domination of the UEFA Champions League on the pitch remains to be seen .
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Refinancing has left Manchester United and Liverpool short of transfer funds . An new era of Premier League prudence reigns according to finance experts . Real Madrid have spent $ 300 million on Ronaldo , Kaka and Benezma . Spanish clubs present serious challenge to English domination in Europe .
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Havana . Cuba -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- U.S. President Barack Obama has been issued an unexpected invitation to visit Cuba -- from the island 's 90-year-old prima ballerina , who implored him to bring along five Cuban agents imprisoned in the United States for more than a decade . `` I want to invite the president of the United States to come to Cuba with his wife and lovely children , '' Alicia Alonso said at an event to call for the release of the agents , who were convicted of spying on Cuban exile groups in a hotly debated trial . `` I would ask a favor also . Please , to make everyone happy and to feel happy with all around the world , bring those five Cubans , '' Alonso said in English . White House officials contacted Wednesday morning said they were not aware that any such invitation had been received . The Cubans , known at home as `` the five heroes , '' were sent to Miami to infiltrate violent exile groups at a time when anti-Castro groups were bombing Cuban hotels . They were arrested in 1998 . The invitation caps off a week-long international campaign with Hollywood stars such as Sean Penn and Danny Glover calling on Obama to step in and release the five . Last year , the defendants lost their last chance of an appeal when the U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear their case . The defense argued it was impossible for the men to get a fair trial in a city dominated by anti-Castro politics . Three of the men were handed life sentences in 2001 for allegedly helping Cuba shoot down two unarmed airplanes that were dropping leaflets over the island , killing the Cuban-American pilots . After Cuba began its biggest release of political prisoners in a decade , pro-Cuba activists stepped up pressure on Obama to respond by releasing the five Cubans .
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Cuban prima ballerina invites Obama to come . She also asks `` a favor '' : Bring along five imprisoned Cubans . The five had been sent to the United States to infiltrate violent exile groups .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- There is a mathematical reason why the French Open is so different to any other of the Grand Slam tennis tournaments . Clay courts require a different type of game to grass and hard court surfaces . The Roland Garros tournament is currently being contested , with Rafael Nadal looking for his fifth win in a row , and world number two Roger Federer searching for his first ever French Open title . • Get the latest French Open news . What has brought problems to Federer , and to other greats like Pete Sampras and Boris Becker -- who never won a French Open , is the clay surface on which it is contested . The maths of the clay surface are distinctly different to grass or hard-court surfaces . All officially recognized courts have a court pace rating -LRB- CPR -RRB- , which rates the `` speed '' of the court -- and clay courts are at the bottom . The crushed-brick mixture that constitutes the base of a clay court produces a the highest bounce and most friction of the three surfaces , meaning they have the lowest CPR of all three surface types and are considered as the `` slowest '' . Grass courts are generally have the highest CPR numbers , and are the `` fastest '' courts . The CPR numbers give a hint as to whether a ball will bounce higher or lower on a specific surface , and how much friction there is to either slow the ball or allow it to skid on . An example court pace rating for each surface may be 23 for a clay court , 35 for a hard court and 46 for a grass court . • Try our special interactive to see how tennis ball bounce on different surfaces '' This number is calculated by considering both horizontal speed and vertical bounce of a tennis ball off a court . The equation used is CPR = SPR + 150 x -LRB- 0.81-e -RRB- . To make more sense of this , the International Tennis Federation , the game 's law-makers , have produced a chart which simply matches the coefficient of friction -LRB- friction -RRB- and coefficient of restitution -LRB- bounce -RRB- to produce a court pace rating . But it 's not just the bounce and speed of the ball off the clay surface that sets it apart from other courts , and makes the French Open an elusive tournament for some players . Head of women 's tennis at Britain 's Lawn Tennis Association -LRB- LTA -RRB- , Nigel Sears , told CNN the slippery nature of the clay surface also set it apart from other types of court . `` The main factor that makes it different is that it 's a loose surface . That allows players to slide on it . '' The loose surface and different clay characteristics meant the crushed-brick surface required a different game plan , he said . `` Players are a lot further back on the clay surface . If you look at Nadal , his return of service points of contact are different to other surfaces ... on clay he can sit back . '' The slower pace and higher bounce also meant big servers like Sampras were negated on clay and certain types of players were better suited to it , Sears said . `` Clay magnifies spin . So the slice is effective on clay ... and you can also produce a lot of top spin . One of the problems Federer has on clay is that he has a single-handed backhand , and Nadal can get so much spin -- so Federer is trying to hit single-handed shots up around his shoulder . '' The clay approach was slightly different in women 's tennis , however , as some players tended to approach clay matches similar to hard-court games , he said . Sears said endurance was also a crucial advantage on clay , particularly at Roland Garros . `` You tend to have longer rallies on clay . The French Open is so physical with five-set matches . When somebody faces Nadal to five sets no-one can compete with him physically , '' he said .
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Clay , grass and hard tennis court surfaces all produce different bounces . The speed and bounce of certain courts can adversely affect a player 's game . Use the CNN interactive to see how the bounce differs on each surface .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Five-time defending champion Roger Federer is bidding to match the record of a controversial tennis legend who dominated the sport in the 1920s but died in disgrace . Tilden dominated tennis in the 1920s with his own trademark style . American Bill Tilden achieved fame and fortune through his tennis exploits and befriended Hollwyood stars such as Charle Chaplin , but he spent over a year in jail in the 1940s on a morals charge , which ruined his reputation before his untimely death in 1953 . Tilden won his six straight U.S. Open titles from 1920-1925 - a record since the tournament abolished the challenge system - where the champion automatically qualified for the final - in 1911 . Under that system , Richard Sears won the first seven editions of the U.S. Open -LRB- then the U.S. National Tennis Championships -RRB- in the 1880s . Tilden , who claimed his seventh U.S . Open title in 1929 as well as being twice a losing finalist , goes down in the history books as one of the greatest tennis players of all time . A relatively late starter , Tilden struggled to get into his college tennis team in Pennsylvania , but years of dedicated practice started to bear fruit after the First World War as he reached the U.S. Open finals of 1918 and 1919 . He reached his peak in the 1920s , winning his first U.S. Open title and holding the world number one spot for seven straight years . Tilden also led the United States to a record seven straight Davis Cup titles as well as claiming three Wimbledon titles . His famed `` cannonball '' services worked particularly well on the fast grass surfaces on which the U.S. Open and Wimbledon were staged . Tilden never won the French Open being losing finalist in the last year it was held on grass courts , in 1927 , and 1930 on clay . He won the last of his 10 grand slam titles at Wimbledon in 1930 before deserting the amateur ranks for the fledging professional circuit . Eventually joined by the likes of Ellsworth Vines , Fred Perry and Don Budge , Tilden remained a star attraction until well into his 40s , filling arenas such as Madison Square Garden in big money matches . But off the court , Tilden was a controversial figure , battling with tennis officials as his amateur status was called into question and being accused of being arrogant and inconsiderate . Tilden , who never married , saw his reputation destroyed in the 1940s when he was found guilty of a morals charge in connection with a minor . He served seven-and-a-half months of a year jail term but was arrested again in 1949 after picking up a 16-year-old male hitchhiker . Tilden served a further 10 months for his probation violation and was shunned by the tennis community . His friendship with Hollywood stars such as Chaplin and a love of the theatrical world saw Tilden pour much of his riches into less than successful Broadway productions . He died a tragic figure in 1953 , having a stroke in Los Angeles as he prepared for a trip to play in the U.S. Pro Championships despite his 60 years of age . Tilden was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1959 and in any polls of all-time great tennis players always features in the top order . Federer , who won a record 15th grand slam title at Wimbledon , is top seed at Flushing Meadows , the venue since 1978 .
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Roger Federer seeking to match the six straight U.S. Open wins of Bill Tilden . Tilden dominated tennis in the 1920s , winning 10 grand slam titles . The American legend served two prison sentences on morals charges in the 1940s . Tilden was shunned by the tennis comminty and died at the age of 60 .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Italian champions Inter Milan have handed a new three-year contract to veteran defender Marco Materazzi . Marco Materazzi now seems set to end his playing career with Inter Milan . The 35-year-old World Cup winner 's existing deal had been due to run out at the end of next summer , but he is now set to stay at the San Siro until 2012 . A statement on the Inter Web site read : '' FC Internazionale and Marco Materazzi announce the agreement for an extension which will bind the player to the club until 30 June 2012 . '' The center-back has made almost 250 appearances for the Nerazzurri since joining Inter in 2001 , winning four Serie A titles . However , last season he was restricted to just 15 outings under new manager Jose Mourinho . `` I 'll be Inter for life , '' he wrote on his official Web site , Goal.com reported on Thursday . `` And it 's not just a figure of speech . I could not have been more satisfied before leaving for my holidays -- I have extended my contract with Inter until 2012 , hence until the end of my career . `` That 's what I have always desired , since I am an Inter fan as much as I am one of their players . `` I will quit football wearing this shirt , and now I only want to try and win as much as we can both in Italy and in Europe . We 'll see each other on July 10 for the start of the new season . I will be fired up . '' Materazzi is still best known for his antics in the 2006 World Cup final , when his comments to Zinedine Zidane led to the France playmaker being sent off for a vicious headbutt in his farewell international which ended with the Italians being crowned world champions . Meanwhile , Inter have also completed the signing of Genoa midfielder Thiago Motta on a four-year contract . The 26-year-old , who resurrected his career last season after moving from Barcelona , has finalized a deal that was agreed earlier in the summer and also saw Argentine striker Diego Milito move to the San Siro on Tuesday . Inter confirmed that midfielder Francesco Bolzoni , defender Leonardo Bonucci and striker Riccardo Meggiorini will join the Grifoni on a permanent basis in an overall package including the five players worth a reported $ 42 million .
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Marco Materazzi handed new three-year contract by Italian champions . The 35-year-old defender now tied to Inter Milan until the summer of 2012 . The center-back 's existing deal was due to expire in a year 's time . Inter complete signing of Brazilian midfielder Thiago Motta from Genoa .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Carlos Tevez is wanted by clubs in Spain and Italy as well as England 's Premier League should Manchester United choose to show him the door when his loan deal expires at the end of the month . Argentine striker Tevez is still hoping Manchester United will offer him a new deal at the end of the month . Argentine international striker Tevez is clearly frustrated at United manager Alex Ferguson 's failure to open talks regarding a permanent transfer to the defending Champions League finalists . On Sunday Tevez ran in the direction of Ferguson and United chief executive David Gill and cupped his hands to his ears after scoring in the 2-0 win over Manchester City that left the club on the brink of another Premier League title . The 25-year-old still hopes for a positive response , but said at the weekend that he expects to leave the club at the end of his two-year loan contract . Tevez 's agent Adrian Ruocco told Argentine newspaper Ole : `` He might move to Spain , Italy or stay in England . There are interested clubs from all those countries . `` He already said he would like to stay in the Premier League because he likes football in the country , so he fortunately will decide where he will play . He is lucky to have the chance to choose . '' Ruocco said : `` There was no will from the directors and the coach to sign a new contract . On May 31 , he will have no club and no contract . I do n't know why , but Manchester -LRB- United -RRB- have not asked for any renewal -LRB- of the loan -RRB- nor signing him for next season . '' He added : `` The directors and the coach do not seem to want him , while on the other hand fans love him . '' However , Tevez 's adviser Kia Joorabchian stressed the striker would not rush to a decision over his future before the season ends . Although a permanent move to United remains a possibility , Joorabchian is also aware of interest in the former West Ham frontman . `` There 's a lot of interest in Carlos , but Carlos has always been very focused and very concentrated , '' Joorabchian told Sky Sports News . `` For the respect of the team , the manager , the club , and the fans , we have to stay focused on finishing the season on a high . `` This is how he 's always been . He wants to do the best he can . He will let the season finish and then sit down and evaluate the situation . '' Joorabchian indicated Tevez would `` move on and think about his own future '' if there is no movement by United to sign him permanently , with a move to another English club a desirable option . `` What he wants to do is to go to a club which has real ambition , a real focus , to be champions of England , champions of Europe , champions of everywhere , '' Joorabchian said . `` Obviously leaving United he would have to go to a rival in order to achieve that target . But he understands it 's not in his control . '' `` I do n't want to direct , saying it 's going to be Liverpool , City , Chelsea , Arsenal , Everton , Tottenham -- whoever you can pick out -- Milan , Real Madrid , Barcelona , Juventus . `` The key is that at the present moment Carlos is a United player and he 's focused on being a United player for the rest of the season . ''
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Carlos Tevez wanted by clubs in Spain and Italy as well as Premier League . Argentine striker still hoping current club Man Utd will offer him a fresh deal . Adviser Kia Joorabchian stressed the striker would not rush into a decision .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- After meeting a number black couples in crisis , Nisa Muhammad and Dr. Rozario Slack were inspired to create Basic Training for Couples . Nisa Muhammad , who founded National Black Marriage Day , co-created the Basic Training for Couples program . The eight-week program educates dating , engaged or married couples about the value of commitment , responsibility to the black community , psychological differences between the sexes , sexual intimacy and conflict resolution . Slack created the male-friendly portion while Muhammad , who founded National Black Marriage Day and the Wedded Bliss Foundation , created the female-friendly portion . In the program , couples also learn about the history of the African-American marriage and many for the first time plot their own family tree to trace marriage and divorces . The following is rundown of the eight-week course : Class No. 1 : Why marriage ? This class teaches the benefits of marriage for men , women , children and the community . It gives the history of marriage in the black community from slavery when marriage was illegal to today 's trends . Icebreaker : Q & A : How couples met ? Homework : . 1 . Choose songs to reflect their love for each other . 2 . Marriage family tree . Class No. 2 : From I to we ; the sweetness of surrender . This class helps couples transition from `` I thinking '' to `` we thinking . '' It helps them understand the value of making their marriage a priority in their lives . Class No. 3 : Communication ; getting your message understood . This class helps couples take responsibility for their communication and teaches skills to improve their communication techniques . Main lessons : . • Respecting differences between men and women . • Learning to talk to each other and not at each other . • Format : Teaching session with dialogue . • Activity : The talking stick , during conversation only the individual holding the stick can speak . Class No. 4 : Conflict management . This class helps couples understand that conflict needs to be managed , or it will manage you . It helps to normalize some conflict that couples experience with the understanding that some conflict can not be resolved and can only be managed . Lessons : . • This class targets biases . When there 's a difference of opinions , generally the stronger spouse wants his or her way . • How to bring closure to old issues instead of combining them into new issues/conflict . • Agree to disagree and not degrade your spouse for having a difference of opinion . Activity : Break up into gender groups to discuss current conflicts . The group works out ways to solve the issue . Class No. 5 : Let 's make love . When the sex is good in a marriage , it 's only about 20 percent of what 's going on . When it 's bad , it 's a significant problem . This class helps to solve some of those problems . The approach was from a physiological and biological perspective of the differences between the male 's and female 's body . Discussion included chemical bonding effect in women and men . Class No. 6 : From yours and mine to ours . Many couples in the black community bring children from other relationships to their marriage . This class helps to blend the family into one cohesive unit . It also talks about preventing in-laws from becoming outlaws . Class No. 7 : Keeping the FIRE burning . FIRE is an acronym for Faithful , Intimacy , Responsibility and Excitement . This class helps couples maintain the FIRE in their relationship . Class No. 8 : From this day forward . This class helps couples understand the value of commitment in their marriage and never to make divorce an option . They create their own place for success . Recap of all the lessons together : . • Remembering people gravitate to the applause • Ways to appreciate and affirm your spouse • Setting time for just the two of you • Learning to communicate , getting your message heard and understood . Bonus class : Hot monogamy . Gets couples comfortable to discuss sex with their spouse . Graduation . A ceremony of new beginnings , couples testify what the class brought to their marriage over the eight-week period . Lots of emotions and bonding during this time between husbands and wives . Graduating couples are encouraged to bring a couple from their community or family who needs help .
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Nisa Muhammad and Rozario Slack created a Basic Training for Couples . The eight-week program helps dating , engaged and married couples stay on track . Unhealthy relationships give kids inaccurate views of marriage , says Muhammad .
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Editor 's note : Marian Wright Edelman is president of the Children 's Defense Fund , a nonprofit organization that advocates for policies to help children escape poverty , abuse and neglect and gain access to health care and education . Edelman was the first black woman admitted to the Mississippi bar and was a leader in the civil rights movement . Her latest book is `` The Sea Is So Wide And My Boat Is So Small : Charting a Course for the Next Generation . '' Marian Wright Edelman says many black babies enter the world with multiple strikes against them . -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- One of the most dangerous threats facing black America right now is quietly stealing our children at a young age . Incarceration is becoming the new American apartheid , and poor children of color are the fodder . So many poor black babies in rich America enter the world with multiple strikes against them : born without prenatal care , at low birthweight and to a poor , and poorly educated , teenage single mother and an absent father . At crucial points in their development after birth through adolescence , more risks pile on , making a successful transition to productive adulthood significantly less likely and involvement in the criminal justice system significantly more likely . This is America 's pipeline to prison , a trajectory that is funneling tens of thousands of youths down life paths that lead to marginalized lives , imprisonment and , often , premature death . Nationally , one in three black boys and one in 17 black girls born in 2001 is at risk of imprisonment during their lifetime . It 's time to sound a loud alarm about this threat to American unity and community , act to stop the growing criminalization of children at younger and younger ages , and tackle the unjust treatment of minority youths and adults in the juvenile and adult criminal justice systems with urgency and persistence . We must reduce detention and incarceration by increasing preventive supports and services children need , including access to comprehensive child health and mental health coverage , quality early childhood development programs like Early Head Start , and supports for parents including home visitation programs . And every child has to get an education that prepares him or her to succeed in the 21st-century economy . The failure to act now will reverse the hard-earned racial and social progress for which the Rev. Martin Luther King and so many others died and sacrificed . The urgent challenge for each of us and for our nation is to prevent this waste of our children 's lives and our nation 's future capabilities . Who are some of the black leaders coming up with solutions for saving our children ? People like Geoffrey Canada , president and CEO of the Harlem Children 's Zone , who recently spoke about his work to CNN 's Soledad O'Brien for the `` Black in America '' series . The Harlem Children 's Zone Project is a holistic system of education , social service and community-building programs designed to help the children and families in a 97-block area of Central Harlem from birth on , from classes on baby care and child development through preschool , intensive public charter schools and after-school activities right up to job training and college success programs . The HCZ Project 's two fundamental goals are to help children as early in their lives as possible and to create a critical mass of adults around them who understand what it takes to help them succeed . The evidence -- including new research on the success of HCZ 's Promise Academy charter schools in closing black-white student test score achievement gaps -- shows that HCZ 's comprehensive approach to saving Harlem 's children is working . I applaud the Obama administration 's plans to create 20 additional `` promise zones '' across the country . Connie Rice is another visionary leader working on solutions to the pipeline to prison crisis in Los Angeles and California . She is co-director of the Advancement Project , a policy , communications and legal `` action tank '' committed to racial justice . Rice is known for her unconventional approaches to tackling problems of inequity and exclusion , and she works on education , gang and violence prevention , and other serious concerns affecting the healthy development of young people . During her long career as a civil rights lawyer , including serving as co-director of the Los Angeles office of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Inc. , she won billions of dollars in policy changes and remedies , including a 1999 lawsuit that gained $ 750 million for school construction in Los Angeles that had been set to go to suburban school districts . Rice and her colleagues are finding innovative ways of dismantling some of the persistent structural inequalities that exist in America , and their successes help level the playing field for poor children of color . We need to celebrate , support and replicate the work of these kinds of leaders . Child poverty and neglect , racial disparities in systems that serve children , and the pipeline to prison are not acts of God . They are our nation 's immoral political and economic choices that can and must be changed with strong political , corporate , community and family leadership . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Marian Wright Edelman .
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Marian Wright Edelman : Black youths at higher risk of going to prison . She says innovators like Harlem Children 's Zone are showing strong results . Edelman : Investing in children from birth can break the pipeline to prison .
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Melissa Harris-Lacewell is associate professor of politics and African-American studies at Princeton University . She is the author of the award-winning book `` Barbershops , Bibles , and BET : Everyday Talk and Black Political Thought '' and writes a daily blog titled The Kitchen Table . Melissa Harris-Lacewell says African-Americans remain skeptical about racial progress in the U.S. PRINCETON , New Jersey -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- America was proud of itself for electing Barack Obama . The pride was not just partisan and ideological ; it was also specifically and clearly racial . The morning after Obama 's win , The New York Times declared `` Racial Barrier Falls in Decisive Victory . '' The Los Angeles Times asserted that `` for the first time in human history , a largely white nation has elected a black man to be its paramount leader . '' Some black commentators openly wept on election night , thrilled with witnessing the election of our first black president . Even Sen. John McCain , conceding defeat , pointed to the greatness of the American promise fulfilled in the election of his opponent . Obama 's victory offered the possibility that the scars of America 's racial legacy were healed or , at least , that they were less raw . For many African-American citizens , the election of the first black U.S. president was cause for celebration and open-mouthed wonder about an outcome that seemed so unlikely just two years earlier , when Obama announced his bid . Despite this joy , many black citizens were dubious that his victory represented the destruction of any particular racial barrier . African-Americans were both proud of and excited about Obama , but in the 45 years since the passage of the Civil Rights Act , black Americans had seen doors to power , influence and wealth open just enough to admit just a few without fundamentally altering opportunities for the majority . Indeed , responses to a recent CNN/Essence Magazine/Opinion Research Corp. survey indicate that black enthusiasm about Obama exists side-by-by side with deep skepticism about America 's racial progress . This atmosphere of both enthusiasm and doubt has sparked discussion about whether we have entered a post-racial era in American politics . It is a difficult debate , because the term `` post-racial '' is not clearly defined . Race itself is a slippery idea . Typically , we treat race like a fixed , unchanging , biological category . But race is none of these things . Race is a social construct . Though it is based in physical traits , race is a category developed through social practice , law and history . As a nation , we made blackness through our politics , developing a category of people who could be enslaved and later segregated . So when we talk of a post-racial America , we are not pointing to the massive demographic shifts that are unalterably changing the racial , ethnic and linguistic landscape of America . Instead , `` post-racial '' is an expression of social and political longing . For most , this means an America free of racism and discrimination , but others seem to hint at a society entirely free of racial identity or recognition . The idea of a post-racial America has been upheld as an achievable ideal where people would receive equal treatment and fair outcomes regardless of their race . It has been critiqued as an impossible dream unlikely to exist in a nation with a history of slavery and legal discrimination . It has been denounced as an unworthy goal that would require black Americans to reject their cultural specificity and unique social and political concerns . Undoubtedly , the 2008 election broke formerly entrenched racial trends . Obama was elected just as the depth and breadth of the American economic crisis was becoming clear . Some suggested that his victory could be explained by the nation 's fiscal difficulties because he was the candidate of the out-party , which often wins when times are hard . But this analysis forgets the cross-cutting history of race . When the economic pie shrinks , Americans rarely form multiracial political coalitions led by minority candidates . Obama 's victory countered the trend toward racial balkanization more typical in tough economic times . The changing dynamics of racial politics were further evidenced when Obama won both Virginia and North Carolina . In these Southern states and in many blue states throughout the country , Obama shattered the `` Bradley Effect , '' often getting a higher percentage of the white vote than polls predicted . There was little evidence that white voters rejected Obama based on his race , and few white Democrats crossed party lines to vote for McCain . For these reasons , Obama 's win offers evidence of a post-racial American electoral politics . And if not post-racial , these data at least point to a much less racist American voting public than what existed 40 years ago . Still , the election of a black president has not changed the material realities of racial inequality . African-Americans are significantly more distressed than their white counterparts on every meaningful economic indicator : income , unemployment , wealth , education , home ownership and home foreclosures . African-American social realities are equally grim . Blacks are far more likely to be arrested and more harshly sentenced than whites . African-Americans are less likely to marry , more likely to divorce and more likely to live in single - parent households . Compared with whites , blacks are more likely to suffer infant mortality , cancer , diabetes and premature death . Substantial evidence shows that the economic , social and even political gains made by African-Americans in the 1960s and 1970s have leveled off or reversed in the past decade in areas such as urban education , the number of black elected officials and the racial wealth gap . The murder of a security guard at the national Holocaust museum by a racist anti-Semite reminded the nation that old-fashioned , violent bigotry still has life in America . These sobering realities indicate that race still vastly over-determines the life chances of Americans . These differences can not be explained away by class alone , because most of these inequalities persist even when controlling for income . To be born black in America is still a tremendous disadvantage compared with being born white in this country . Herein lies the challenge facing Americans in this new racial era . For much of the 20th century , the battle for civil rights rested on a belief that political equality would translate into social and economic justice . There can be little doubt that many of the substantive battles for political power and representation have been won . In that sense , Obama 's election is the fulfillment of a post-racial political promise . It is equally clear that this political arrival has not ushered in the other substantive racial changes that the civil rights movement hoped to achieve . In many ways , political equality is just the beginning of the process . The work of politics is to collectively craft the nation we want to have . The election of Obama does not indicate the realization of post-racial America , but it does allow us the opportunity to engage in renewed , collective questioning of what a racially just nation is like . Having achieved so much politically , there is still real debate about how to end overt racism , structural discrimination and persistent inequality . Some want a country where the black kids do n't sit together in the cafeteria , while others hope black kids being together will provoke neither comment nor anxiety . Some want a nation where no one notices race , while others hope that their racial identity can be both recognized and appreciated . Some worry that eliminating racial barriers will only solidify economic differences , while others suspect that economic justice can not be achieved without grappling with race . Some want the end of all inequality , while others simply hope disparities will be based on `` merit '' rather than race . As citizens in a democracy , we can choose the future of our racial politics . Not all at once and not without struggle , but we can make new choices . And this time , African-Americans participate in the process of remaking America 's racial story from a very different position than we have occupied in the past . Rather than being solely on the margins of national power , black Americans , through the person of Obama , have achieved a new kind of citizenship more empowered to recreate American race . This does not mean black people have equal political or economic power , but it does mean that the election of Obama encourages black Americans to even more loudly and clearly articulate our varied aspirations for our country . In November , we did a marvelous thing . Now , the work begins . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Melissa Harris-Lacewell .
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Melissa Harris-Lacewell : Barack Obama 's election celebrated as racial triumph . She says it represented real progress in the arena of politics . Harris-Lacewell : In many other areas , issues of race remain significant .
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Washington -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Airline pilots who want to skip certain airport screening measures -- saying it 's wasteful to search pilots for sharp objects when they can bring down planes with their bare hands -- are finally getting their way . The Transportation Security Administration announced Friday that it is taking steps to streamline screening for U.S. airline pilots . Pilots traveling in uniform on airline business will be allowed to bypass normal security screening by presenting screeners with their airline ID and another form of identification , the TSA said . The screeners will check the information against a secure , real-time airline crew member database , which includes a picture and other information to verify the pilots ' employment status , the TSA said . Pilots will be subject to random screening and other layers of security , the TSA said . The TSA said the changes will take effect immediately while it phases in a more permanent system . Pilots have long argued that it is a waste of costly security resources to check pilots for restricted objects . Thousands of pilots , they note , are licensed to carry firearms in cockpits under the government 's Federal Flight Deck Officer program . Time spent checking pilots would be better spent checking others , they say . `` Airline pilots are the last line of defense against someone who would use an airplane for ill . And we need to be a trusted partner in our security efforts , '' retired U.S. Airways pilot Chelsey `` Sully '' Sullenberger told CNN earlier this week . `` You know , many pilots are already armed as deputized and trained flight deck officers to defend the cockpit . And so really it 's a waste of our limited resources to put airline pilots who are trusted partners in this through this screening . '' TSA Administrator John Pistole said the change `` just makes for smart security and an efficient use of our resources . '' The change also will likely squelch pilot complaints about going through full-body scanners , some of which emit low levels of radiation . The TSA says the scanners are safe , exposing people to about the same amount of radiation they would get by flying for about two minutes at altitude . But pilots have become alarmed by some doctors who say not enough is known about the machines . Recently , a pilots union encouraged its members to avoid the devices . On Friday , pilots unions called the announcement a welcome change . For the past three years , the TSA has tested an electronic pilot identification screening system called CrewPASS , or Crew Personnel Advanced Screening System . The TSA said Friday that CrewPASS will continue to operate at the test sites : Baltimore-Washington Thurgood Marshall International , Pittsburgh International , and Columbia -LRB- S.C. -RRB- Metropolitan airports .
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Pilots will now present airline ID and another form of identification . They will still be subject to random screening and other layers of security . Pilots unions welcome the announcement .
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POTTSVILLE , Pennsylvania -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A fomer Pennsylvania high school football player was acquitted of murder Friday in the beating death of a Mexican immigrant last summer . Luis Ramirez died of blunt force injuries after a confrontation with a group of Pennsylania teens . However , a Schuylkill County jury found Brandon Piekarsky and Derrick Donchak guilty of simple assault stemming from the death of Luis Ramirez , who died of blunt force injuries to the head after a fight with the defendants and their friends . Donchak , 19 , was also found guilty of providing alcohol to the group of teens that encountered Ramirez the night of July 12 on a residential street in the rural mining town of Shenandoah . Both teens were acquitted of ethnic intimidation charges . Prosecutors alleged the teens baited the undocumented Mexican immigrant into a fight with racial epithets , provoking an exchange of punches and kicks that ended with Ramirez convulsing in the street , foaming from the mouth . He died two days later in a hospital in Danville . Piekarsky , 17 , had faced a charge of third-degree murder for allegedly delivering a fatal kick to Ramirez 's head after he was knocked to the ground . He also was found not guilty of ethnic intimidation , aggravated assault and attempting to solicit a cover-up . An all-white jury of six men and six women heard from several prosecution witnesses , including a juvenile co-defendant and another teen who pleaded guilty in federal court for his role in the fight . While the jury heard conflicting accounts about who initiated the encounter or delivered the final kick to Ramirez 's head , defense lawyers attempted to place the blame on another co-defendant , who is facing charges in juvenile court , and Colin Walsh , who has pleaded guilty to violating Ramirez 's civil rights . The juvenile admitted on the stand to shouting `` go home you Mexican -LSB- expletive -RSB- '' after the first fight dispersed , prompting Ramirez to turn back and attack him . The juvenile 's testimony was corroborated by Walsh , who admitted to punching Ramirez and knocking him to the ground after he charged the juvenile . Both witnesses said Piekarsky delivered the final blow to Ramirez 's head while he was on the ground , but others testified that they could n't be certain who had actually kicked him . The incident drew national attention to the small town of Shenandoah , highlighting issues of race relations . CNN 's Emanuella Grinberg contributed to this report .
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NEW : Teens acquitted of murder , aggravated assault , ethnic intimidation . NEW : Brandon Piekarsky and Derrick Donchak convicted of simple assault . Schuylkill County prosecutors alleged the beating was racially motivated . Incident drew national attention to rural mining town of Shenandoah , Pennsylvania .
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MEMPHIS , Tennessee -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- When James Earl Ray bought a white Mustang in the summer of 1967 , he stood on a streetcorner in downtown Birmingham , Alabama , and pulled the cash out of his shirt pocket , $ 2,000 in all . James Earl Ray paid $ 2,000 cash for a white Mustang , similar to this one , the seller told the FBI . `` Mostly twenties , with some $ 100 bills , '' the seller would later tell the FBI about the sale to Ray , later convicted of assassinating the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. . `` He must have had a roll of twenties , if he paid that guy $ 2,000 in twenties , that 'd be a lot of money , '' said Jerry Ray , James Earl Ray 's brother . Police Capt. John Light , who was chief of detectives that year in Ray 's hometown of Alton , Illinois , suspects the wad of money came from a still-unsolved bank robbery . While Ray was on the run as a prison escapee from Missouri that summer , two men walked into the Bank of Alton with a pistol and a sawed-off shotgun . Both wore stocking masks . The leaner man went behind the counter , scooped up the cash and fled with close to $ 30,000 . Ray , King crossed paths before shooting '' Within a day or two of that robbery , Ray would leave the area and head to Canada -- just as he did almost a year later when he fled the scene in Memphis , Tennessee , after King 's murder . Light told CNN the stolen bank money consisted mainly of $ 20 bills . The partially burned shotgun and the stocking masks were found abandoned in a wooded area near a cemetery where Ray 's mother is buried . Ray returned from Canada and bought the Mustang after seeing a classified ad in Birmingham the month after the robbery . In the months to come , Ray would keep spending $ 20 bills . When Ray underwent plastic surgery in Los Angeles 30 days before King 's death , he paid in cash -- denomination unknown . When he drove back to Birmingham six days before the murder to buy a .30 -06 high-powered hunting rifle for just under $ 250 , the gun store salesman later told investigators , `` I remember he paid for the gun with $ 20 bills , paid cash . '' On April 4 , 1968 , only hours before King would die , the landlady at the boarding house where Ray rented a room told police , `` He gave me a $ 20 bill '' when he paid for a week 's rent just across the street from the Lorraine Motel . In the sporting goods store where Ray went to buy binoculars , the salesman told police , `` He gave me two twenties ; I think he had two twenties left ... The bills came out of his right pocket , neatly folded , and nothing but bills . '' For Light , the bank holdup is the most likely answer to the question of where Ray got the money to travel as a fugitive to Canada and Mexico , then to flee again to Canada and finally London , England , after King 's murder . `` Thirty-thousand dollars back in 1967 was a lot of money , '' Light said . In London , Ray ran short of money . Four days before he was caught , he robbed a bank . His thumbprint was found on the holdup note . He got little more than $ 200 -- enough to buy an airline ticket to Brussels , Belgium , where he hoped to join mercenaries fighting to keep white rule in southern Africa . He was stopped at a London airport when a police sergeant spotted his phony Canadian passport . Ray lived very cheaply on the run . He got change back for his $ 20 bill at the Memphis boarding house -- a week 's rent there was $ 8.50 . The original prosecutors in the Memphis case decided it would not have cost that much for all of Ray 's travels . `` He was living on a dollar to two dollars a day , '' said current prosecutor John Campbell . `` He was even darning his own socks to be able to save money . ''
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Police : James Earl Ray 's money came from a bank robbery in his hometown . Gun , masks used in robbery found near burial plot of Ray 's mother . Ray bought a Mustang and underwent plastic surgery before King 's death . Prosecutors believe he lived very cheaply on the run .
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ATLANTA , Georgia -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Christine King Farris was sewing an Easter dress for her daughter in their Atlanta home one rainy April evening when the nightly news was interrupted by a special report . A lone survivor , Farris , 80 , is writing a memoir about life with her brother called `` Through It All . '' The newscaster announced that Farris ' younger brother , the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. , had been shot in Memphis , Tennessee . Another update came minutes later : King was in critical condition . `` It was a horrible moment , '' Farris said of that night in 1968 . `` I tried to call my sister-in-law ; the lines were busy . I tried to call my parents ; the lines were busy . I could n't get anybody . '' While boarding a plane for Memphis , Farris learned that her brother was dead . It was the beginning of a string of family tragedies . Her only surviving sibling , younger brother A.D. , drowned the next summer . Her mother , Alberta , was shot dead five years later while playing the `` Lord 's Prayer '' on an organ in church on Sunday morning . Farris raises her hands in bewilderment when she contemplates the losses . `` I think of the things that I 've faced in my life , and sometimes I question how I 'm still here , '' Farris , 80 , said in her office at Spelman College , surrounded by photographs of her famous brother and other civil rights leaders she once knew . `` I 'm the lone survivor in my family , '' Farris said . This year , the civil rights community will gather in Memphis on April 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of King 's assassination , but Farris will not join them . She is talking publicly about the death of her younger brother for the first time , but a return to Memphis is not part of her agenda . `` I ca n't go , '' she said . `` I 've not been there since the time we went to gather my brother . My memory of Memphis is not a pleasant one . It 's one that I can not erase . '' Farris is remembering her brother in another way . She is writing a memoir about her life with him called `` Through It All . '' A formal and reserved woman , Farris has spent the past year delving into her ugliest memories . `` It 's been a real challenge , '' she said . `` I 've had to relive those moments . Sometimes it affects me more than others . I try to live with it . '' She says it 's important for her to push past those painful memories , because she wants to humanize her younger brother . Everyone has heard about King , the civil rights icon . She wants to strip away those platitudes to reveal the playful brother she knew . `` He was normal as a person could be , '' she said . `` I really want people to understand that . I want people not to think of him as some mythic character from out of space . '' The mythic nature of King 's ministry , though , is palpable in Farris ' roomy office at Spelman , the predominantly black women 's college where she has taught education for 49 years . Farris stores photos of her brother on her desktop computer as screensavers . As each image shifts to another , her computer plays highlights of her brother 's most famous public speeches . Isaac N. Farris Jr. , her only son , says his mother still plays recordings of her brother 's speeches and reads his manuscripts at home . They were n't just siblings . They were friends . `` She was the first one to meet Mrs. Coretta -LSB- King 's wife , Coretta Scott King -RSB- . She lent him money for his engagement rings , '' he said . `` Over the years , she 's especially talked about missing the friendship they had . '' The resemblance to her brother is obvious up close . She has the same square face and the same measured , Baptist preacher 's drawl . She says she 's accustomed to people staring at her when they encounter her in Ebenezer Baptist Church , the Atlanta church her brother once led that she still attends . `` Sometimes people will point me out and say , ` That 's Dr. King 's sister , ' '' she said . `` And , of course , I 'm immediately surrounded by people . Sometimes , it 's a little uncomfortable . I try to be as cordial as I can . ... People come up and ask , ` Are you Dr. King 's sister ? ' I ca n't say no . '' Farris says she had no inkling that her brother would become such an iconic figure . She remembers the little brother who loved playing pool , doing the jitterbug dance and telling jokes . She also recalls his nickname as a young man : Tweed . `` He had this tweed suit , and he loved it , '' she said , smiling . `` He would wear it so much so the boys nicknamed him Tweed . '' Farris ' son says his mother still retains some of that playful side herself . He occasionally catches her dancing around the house to contemporary R&B music . `` I 've seen her do the electric slide , '' he said . `` She gets a kick out of it . '' When Farris ' brother was thrust to the forefront of the civil rights movement , both were aware of the danger to him . But they never talked about it . `` When you are a part of it , you do n't really take the time to sit down and think , '' she said . `` It did n't really bother us too much . We were conscious that it could happen , but it did n't occupy front space , so to speak . '' When April 4 , 1968 , did come , Farris says , others stepped in to help her shoulder her grief . Sen. Robert Kennedy dispatched a plane to Atlanta to take her and King 's widow to Memphis . Her voice remains level as she talks about the plane ride . Then her eyes start to mist . She says she never left the plane when it arrived . She watched her brother A.D. come on the plane with the Rev. Andrew Young and the Rev. Ralph Abernathy , two of King 's closest aides . `` They were crying like babies , '' she said . She says she has tried to remember when she last talked to her brother , but it 's frustrating . `` I 've been trying to think about that . He had a meeting with his staff the Saturday before he went to Memphis , but I did n't get to talk to him . Then ... '' Farris halts herself in mid-sentence . Then her voice trails off . Her only son says his mom has been a `` rock '' for the family . He says he 's never seen her cry about the loss of his famous uncle . The only time he remembers seeing her cry is when her remaining brother , A.D. , drowned in 1969 . `` My mother let out a yell that still to this day brings tears to my eyes , '' he said . Farris has carved out her own life of distinction . She married and has two children with Isaac N. Farris Sr. , an entrepreneur . She 's written a children 's book on her brother titled `` My Brother Martin : A Sister Remembers Growing Up with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. '' She 's also dabbled in public speaking and served as an executive at the King Center , the Atlanta-based center devoted to the teaching of King 's nonviolent philosophy . Only recently , though , Farris experienced another series of losses . Her brother 's widow , Coretta Scott King , died two years ago from cancer . And Yolanda King , her brother 's oldest child , died from an apparent heart condition last year . Yet she and her son shrug off any suggestion that her family , like the Kennedy clan , is somehow marked for tragedy . `` God never puts on us what we ca n't bear , '' she said . `` We never embraced that ; others have , '' added her son , who is CEO of the King Center . `` We have felt through it all , we 're still blessed . That 's the way we were taught . '' Forty years after her brother 's untimely death , Farris will return to Memphis , but only through her memories . As she sits in her office surrounded by those memories , she says it 's now more urgent than ever that she add her own chapter to his story . She 's the only one left . `` I thought about all that I 've been through and all these memories and sometimes it gets tough , '' she said . `` By being the lone survivor , if I do n't do this , a part of history will be left out . ''
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King 's sister was sewing an Easter dress when she saw TV report he was shot . Farris : Memory of Memphis `` not a pleasant one . ... It 's one that I can not erase '' She remembers her brother loved playing pool , doing jitterbug and telling jokes . Despite loss of loved ones , Farris says , `` God never puts on us what we ca n't bear ''
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- English Premier League leaders Chelsea smashed seven goals past hapless Sunderland on Saturday , while second-placed Manchester United kept up the pressure with a 3-0 victory at home to Burnley . Chelsea lost four key players to the Africa Cup of Nations , but showed they still have plenty of firepower following a 7-2 demolition of visiting Sunderland . England midfielder Frank Lampard scored two goals , as did France striker Nicolas Anelka on his return from injury , while Germany midfielder Michael Ballack , France winger Florent Malouda and defender Ashley Cole also netted . Coach Carlo Ancelotti was delighted as his team , missing strikers Didier Drogba and Solomon Kalou plus key midfielders Michael Essien and Jon Obi Mikel , remained one point ahead of United having played one less game than last season 's champions . `` I think that was maybe the best performance this season , '' the Italian told reporters . `` We played very well until the end of the match . We started the game very well . I 'm very happy because it 's an important time for us . `` Without the African players we maybe could have some problems . I always said I have a fantastic squad and today other players played very well , especially Juliano Belletti in a new position for him , so it is a good moment for us . '' The win was slightly tarnished by an ankle injury to England fullback Cole , whose goal was the 18,000 th in Premier League history , while captain John Terry was taken off at halftime as a precaution with the Londoners already 4-0 up . Sunderland scored two consolation goals through substitute Bolo Zenden , a former Chelsea player , and prolific striker Darren Bent , but Steve Bruce 's side were left in 12th place after eight league games without a win . Manchester United moved onto 44 points from 21 games after a 14th league victory this season , but Burnley 's defense held out for more than an hour in new manager Brian Laws ' first game in charge . Bulgaria striker Dimitar Berbatov finally broke the deadlock in the 64th minute as he atoned for several earlier misses with a clever flick for his seventh goal of the season . He was also involved in the second goal five minutes later , with England forward Wayne Rooney following up after his strike partner was denied by Burnley goalkeeper Brian Jensen . New signing Mame Biram Diouf marked his home debut with a goal at the end as he headed Antonio Valencia 's cross past Jensen . United manager Alex Ferguson later revealed that Berbatov , who has been struggling with knee problems , may need to have surgery . `` He played through it today but he could have come off at half-time . We will have to look at it again on Monday and see what the situation is , '' Ferguson said . Fourth-placed Manchester City failed to close the gap on Arsenal , who travel to Bolton on Sunday , after losing 2-0 at mid-table Everton . City manager Roberto Mancini suffered his first defeat in five games since taking over from the sacked Mark Hughes . Blog : Man City take huge gamble on Mancini . South Africa midfielder Steven Pienaar scored for the second successive match with a superb free-kick in the 36th minute , while France striker Louis Saha then doubled the lead in first-half injury-time with a penalty after City defender Micah Richards was ruled to have pulled his shirt . Everton hit the woodwork twice in the second half through midfielders Marouane Fellaini and Tim Cahill as City pressed forward in search of a goal . Tottenham remained in fifth place after being held 0-0 at home by second-bottom Hull , who had goalkeeper Boaz Myhill to thank for a series of superb saves . Spurs boss Harry Redknapp , who faces court action by tax authorities next month , was left frustrated in his 500th Premier League match as a manager -- though his team equaled their club record of five consecutive clean sheets . Liverpool 's under-pressure manager Rafael Benitez also suffered a disappointing end to a miserable week as his team , who were knocked out of the FA Cup by second division strugglers Reading , were held 1-1 at 10th-placed Stoke . Blog : How long can Liverpool keep faith with Rafa ? The visitors , missing the injured key trio of Steven Gerrard , Fernando Torres and Yossi Benayoun , led in the 57th minute through Greece defender Sotirios Kyrgiakos ' first goal for the club , but German center-back Robert Huth snatched a point for Stoke with seconds remaining . Last season 's runners-up were left in seventh place on 34 points , struggling to qualify for next season 's Champions League let alone mount a title challenge . Wigan moved out of the relegation zone with a 2-0 victory at fellow strugglers Wolverhampton , as both teams ended the match with 10 men . Second-half goals from new signing James McCarthy and Charles N'Zogbia came after Wolves goalkeeper Marcus Hahnemann saved Hugo Rodallega 's penalty . Home defender Richard Stearman and Wigan midfielder Hendry Thomas were sent off in either half . Bottom club Portsmouth 's home clash with in-form Birmingham was called off due to a waterlogged pitch .
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English Premier League leaders Chelsea smash seven goals past Sunderland . Nicolas Anelka and Frank Lampard score twice each in 7-2 home victory . Manchester United stay one point back in second place after beating Burnley 3-0 . Roberto Mancini suffers first defeat as Manchester City boss , losing 2-0 at Everton .
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Washington -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A 19-year-old Virginia teenager who says he was kidnapped and tortured by Kuwaiti authorities and placed on a `` no-fly '' list that prevented him from going home has returned to the United States and been reunited with his family . FBI agents questioned Gulet Mohamed after his plane landed at Dulles International Airport in suburban Washington early Friday , said his attorney , Gadeir Abbas . That questioning ended , and the teen was subsequently cleared through customs . Mohamed 's family greeted him with balloons and a dozen roses . Mohamed 's lawyers argued that as a U.S. citizen , Mohamed had a right to be in the United States , and that the government had provided no reason for including him on the no-fly list . Federal prosecutors later told a judge they were making arrangements to allow the teenager to return to the United States . Mohamed , a Muslim-American from Alexandria , Virginia , is suing the U.S. government over the alleged detention . Mohamed had been trapped in Kuwait for nearly a month , according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday in federal court in Virginia . No-fly lists were set up to protect Americans against potential threats . They are designed to prevent terrorist suspects from boarding planes to and from the United States . But Abbas says in the lawsuit that the United States impeded his client 's basic right to return and live freely in the country . Abbas is a staff attorney for the Council on American-Islamic Relations . `` Mohamed , who was previously prevented from boarding a flight to the United States , has alleged that he was tortured while in detention in Kuwait and has faced unconstitutional coercion to answer questions by FBI agents who ignored his repeated requests for legal representation , '' the statement also said . Mohamed 's return came after a hearing Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Alexandria . Judge Anthony J. Trenga told the government that it should make arrangements to allow Mohamed to return unless it could produce evidence against him . The lawsuit says Mohamed came to the United States from Somalia with his family when he was 3 , grew up in Virginia and is now a naturalized citizen . In March 2009 , Mohamed 's curiosity led him halfway around the world to visit relatives living overseas and to learn Arabic , according to the lawsuit . He started his journey in Sanaa , Yemen , but then moved to Somalia , where he stayed with relatives for several months . By August he was on his way to Kuwait where an uncle took him in so he could continue his Arabic studies , the suit says . Mohamed followed proper travel procedures , according to the lawsuit , renewing his visitor 's visa twice during his stay in Kuwait . But when he went to Kuwait 's international airport last December to get another 90-day extension , he waited several hours . The lawsuit says Mohamed wrote an e-mail to his brother in Virginia while he waited , saying the process was taking longer than usual . That was the last time anyone heard from him for a week , the suit says . According to the lawsuit , Mohamed says he was approached at the airport by two men who handcuffed and blindfolded him . They drove him to another location in an SUV . Mohamed claims he was beaten , tortured and interrogated over the next week . The lawsuit describes him being whipped , threatened with electrocution and questioned by captors who had private information about his family in the United States . They also questioned him about his relationship with Anwar al-Awlaki , an American-born Muslim cleric who has close ties to al Qaeda and who is believed to be in Yemen . Mohamed 's lawyer says Mohamed denies any link to al-Awlaki . Mohamed was transferred to a deportation facility in Kuwait on December 28 , the lawsuit says . He used a fellow detainee 's hidden cell phone and was able to contact his family and retain a CAIR attorney . According to the lawsuit , Kuwaiti officials told Mohamed 's family they were holding him on behalf of the United States . His lawyers say Kuwaiti officials tried to deport Mohamed but were unable to do so because the United States had placed him on the no-fly list . A U.S. official confirmed to CNN that Mohamed is on the list , but would not explain why . U.S. State Department spokesman Philip Crowley denied Mohamed was detained at the behest of the United States . CNN 's Laurie Ure contributed to this report .
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NEW : Gulet Mohamed is questioned by FBI , met by family at Dulles International Airport . Mohamed , 19 , is suing the U.S. government over the alleged detention . Mohamed had been trapped in Kuwait for nearly a month . Mohamed went to the Mideast to visit relatives and to learn Arabic , according to the lawsuit .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Thousands of demonstrators marched through cities across Europe on Saturday , calling for an immediate end to Israel 's attacks on Gaza . A protester swings a club at a police horse Saturday night near London 's Israeli Embassy . Up to 20,000 people were gathered outside the Israeli Embassy in London , England , at the peak of protests there , London Metropolitan Police said . A police officer was knocked unconscious Saturday night as the protests turned unruly , the police said . The London crowd dismantled barriers placed in front of the embassy and began pelting officers with sticks , rocks and pieces of the metal barriers , police said . Three people were arrested . Organizers including the Stop the War Coalition and the Palestine Solidarity Campaign expected more than 100,000 people to join the London march to protest Israel 's ongoing attacks on Gaza . Celebrities including musician Annie Lennox and Bianca Jagger , musician Mick Jagger 's ex-wife , spoke at a rally before the procession , which went from Hyde Park to the Israeli Embassy in Kensington , West London . Watch demonstrators throw bottles , metal at police '' Lauren Booth , the sister-in-law of former Prime Minister Tony Blair , also spoke at the rally , The Times newspaper reported . During her speech , Booth criticized Blair over his attempts to bring about a resolution to the conflict . `` Tony Blair 's only comment regarding the cease-fire has been to say that it can only take place after the tunnels in Gaza are destroyed , '' The Times quoted her as saying . `` What he is suggesting means that after the massacre , people will have no access to food , kerosene and medicines that came through those tunnels . That is not a cease-fire ; that is a slow agonizing death , '' she said , according to The Times . Former London Mayor Ken Livingstone issued a statement backing the demonstration . `` Every day , we see appalling pictures of children slaughtered by Israeli bombs , missiles and other sophisticated weapons , '' he said . `` Yet with more than 700 dead and thousands more seriously wounded , the international community is allowing Israel to continue its completely disproportionate onslaught accompanied by an Orwellian litany of lies . '' Meanwhile , the British Press Association reported that similar demonstrations took place in other British cities , including Newcastle and Edinburgh . Thousands took part in a rally through the center of Edinburgh calling for an end to the military campaign . About 300 shoes and red paint were thrown toward the U.S. consulate in the Scottish capital , the PA said . Thousands demonstrated in other European cities , according to local media reports , including Innsbruck , Austria ; Paris , France ; Milan , Italy ; Berlin , Germany ; and Oslo , Norway . iReport : Protests in Paris . In Washington , pro-Palestinian activists rallied outside the temporary residence of President-elect Barack Obama on Saturday and called on the incoming leader to stop the violence in Gaza . About 3,000 people carrying signs and chanting `` Free Palestine '' flooded Lafayette Park between the White House and the Hay-Adams Hotel , where the president-elect is living with his family . Carrying a flag and wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh head scarf , Abdel-Kader Elkabil exhorted the president-elect to take action . `` Please , Mr. Obama , do something . We love you . We voted for you , '' he said . `` I 'm expecting you to do something . ... You 're the only one who can do something . '' Asma Mobin-Uddin drove to Washington with a group of 500 activists from Ohio . She said she voted for Obama because she believed he could `` make a difference . '' `` President Obama , look in the eyes of your kids and look in the eyes of the kids in that region , '' she said at the rally . `` Please , stop the violence , stop the hate , stop the occupation . '' Israelis say their Gaza military operation , which started December 27 , is targeting rocket-launching sites , Hamas infrastructure and the movement 's leaders in an effort to stop militants from sending rockets into southern Israel . Palestinian medical sources said that more than 800 Palestinians have been killed in the attacks , including 235 children , and about 3,300 people have been wounded . Thirteen Israelis , including 10 soldiers , have died since the operation began . CNN 's Rachel Streitfeld and Mona Larijani contributed to this report .
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Three arrested after London protest becomes unruly ; officer knocked out . Police say 20,000 gathered outside Israeli Embassy in London . Similar demonstrations take place in other European cities . 3,000 protest outside temporary residence of U.S. President-elect Obama .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has been included on the shortlist for the FIFA World Player of the Year award . The 2008 winner is one of five contenders for the honor alongside Real Madrid team-mate Kaka and Barcelona trio Andres Iniesta , Lionel Messi and Xavi . Ronaldo transferred from Manchester United to the Bernabeu for a world record fee in the region of $ 130 million in July , while Brazil playmaker Kaka joined from AC Milan in the summer . Argentina 's Messi and Spain midfield duo Iniesta and Xavi were at the forefront of Barcelona 's treble-winning success , which saw the Catalan club claim the Champions League , the Primera Division title and the Copa del Rey . Messi is favorite to land the gong after recently winning the Ballon d'Or award for the European Player of the Year . The nominees were confirmed following a poll of national teams ' captains and coaches from a list drawn up of FIFA Football Committee experts . The winnerswill be announced at the FIFA World Player Gala on December 21 in Zurich , Switzerland . Also at the gala the best 11 players of the year , as chosen by over 50,000 professional players from all over the world , will be honored in the FIFA/FIFPro World XI -- while the FIFA Puskas Award will be presented to the player who has scored the ` most beautiful goal ' during the past year .
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2008 winner Cristiano Ronaldo is included in the nominations for FIFA World Player of the Year . The Real Madrid forward one of five players on the shortlist , all with either Madrid or Barcelona . Lionel Messi is favorite to land the gong after recently winning the Ballon d'Or award for European Player of the Year .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- British police are investigating the death of a man who was found unconscious at a soccer match on Saturday . A 30-year-old , who has not yet been named , died in hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning following Stoke City 's Premier League match at home to Blackburn Rovers . He was treated at the Britannia Stadium for a head injury and cardiac arrest before being taken to the University Hospital of North Staffordshire , Stoke 's Web site reported . `` A 30-year-old man was pronounced dead at 1.55 a.m. this morning , '' Staffordshire Police said in a statement on Sunday . `` The circumstances are being fully investigated and a 25-year-old man remains in custody and is helping police with their inquiries . '' Stoke 's Web site reported that the dead man was one of 1,300 Blackburn supporters to attend the match , which City won 3-0 . He was found on the concourse of the stadium 's SEAT stand at about 4 p.m. during the halftime break . `` This is the tragic loss of a young man . Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go to his family , '' Stoke 's chief executive Tony Scholes said . Blackburn also released a statement of condolence to the man 's family .
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British police investigating death of man who found unconscious at a soccer match . A 30-year-old man died in hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning . He was found collapsed in a stand at halftime in match between Stoke and Blackburn . Stoke report that he was treated at the scene for a head injury and cardiac arrest .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Oprah Winfrey , who was pregnant at 14 and lost the baby , said she thought about killing herself and saw the loss of the child as a second chance . In a wide-ranging interview that aired Monday during the premiere of CNN 's `` Piers Morgan Tonight , '' the talk show queen also spoke about love , her long-term partner , Stedman Graham , and what she plans to do with all her money once she 's gone . Winfrey , 56 , said she was sent to live with her father in Nashville when she was a young teenager . He laid down the rules of his house early , and without knowing she was pregnant . '' ' I would rather see a daughter of mine floating down the Cumberland River , ' he said , ` than to bring shame on this family and the indecency of an illegitimate child , ' '' Winfrey said , quoting her father . `` He 's saying that to me , and I know that I am pregnant . So I 'm thinking , well , I 'm just going to have to kill myself , '' she said . Winfrey did not attempt suicide , though she said she tried things that were cries for help -- like drinking detergent . `` When the baby died , I knew that it was my second chance , '' she said . Winfrey , best known for the `` The Oprah Winfrey Show , '' now runs her own channel , appropriately titled OWN . She described her longtime partner , Stedman Graham , as someone who is `` willing to stand in and stand up '' for her . `` The reason this relationship has worked as well as it has is because we each got to define ourselves in it and not in a traditional form . There 's nothing about it that 's traditional , '' Winfrey said . `` I am a different kind of woman in that I am pretty assured that had I married I would n't have remained married . '' `` I 'm just not the marrying kind , '' she said . The talk show queen said she 's had her heart broken twice . Winfrey also discussed what she plans to do with her massive fortune once she dies . `` When I 'm gone , everything that I have is going to go to charity because I do n't have children . And I believe that that 's what you should do , '' she said . `` To whom much is given , much should be given back . ''
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Winfrey recalls thinking about killing herself . `` I 'm just not the marrying kind , '' she says . Winfrey says she 's had her heart broken twice .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- The head of the company at the center of a toxic spill in Hungary has been arrested , accused of public endangerment and harming the environment , authorities said Monday . Earlier , executive Zoltan Bakonyi had been questioned by authorities . Hungary 's Prime Minister , Viktor Orban , told CNN affiliate MTV that he favored strong government intervention against Bakonyi 's aluminum company , MAL Co. . `` I proposed appointing a state commissioner to exercise control over the company who should manage the company and its assets until the tasks stemming from the disaster have been fulfilled , '' he said . `` I ask the parliament to accept the proposal . The company should be put under state control and its assets under state closure . '' Much of the red sludge has been removed or diluted in the town of Devecer . Residents watched Monday as emergency workers and soldiers walked past in full biohazard suits . Military trucks and cars used to decontaminate the area came through the streets , spraying away the dark red dust that accumulates . Workers told CNN that they have been diluting the mud and removing it constantly . Meanwhile , an eighth victim of the sludge has been found , said Gyorgyi Tottos , an official with Hungary 's emergency services department . `` We have found a body near Kolontar that is likely to be the missing person , who would be the eighth victim , '' she told CNN . `` The identification process is ongoing , but we think this is the person who 's been missing . '' Five European Union experts are due to arrive in Hungary on Monday to find out how badly toxic sludge has damaged the environment and advise on decontamination , the European Union said . And Hungarian authorities continue frantically building dikes in case the dam holding the sludge breaks further , the government said Monday . A `` large section '' of the dam is still showing signs of ruptures , the government said in a statement , meaning there is a `` continuing risk of a possible spill . '' The area has been evacuated , and soldiers were on standby Sunday , an official said . The cracked wall is expected to collapse , Tottos told CNN on Sunday . `` We know that it will happen , '' she said , although when is unknown . About 800 people have been evacuated from the village of Kolontar , leaving it essentially empty , she said . Hundreds of soldiers were ready to rescue inhabitants of a nearby village if the wall collapses . A 50-centimeter -LRB- 19-inch -RRB- crack has developed in the wall of the aluminum plant reservoir . If the wall collapses , 500,000 cubic meters of toxic red sludge could spill out . That 's about half the amount that spilled last Monday , inundating Kolontar and two other villages . In addition to the eight people known to have been killed , more than 100 were injured . Hungary 's state-owned MTI news agency quoted Zoltan Illes , state secretary of environment , as saying the damaged wall could not be saved . Specialists had tried to reinforce the wall Saturday . Orban , the prime minister , who was visiting the stricken area Saturday , said it was `` very likely '' the reservoir wall will collapse . `` It 's in very bad shape , and our estimation is that that wall could fall down , '' Orban told reporters in the town of Ajka . `` One consequence is that human lives could be in danger . That 's the reason why we pulled out ... all human lives from that area , in order not to have more loss in human life . '' The sludge from last Monday 's spill reached Europe 's mighty Danube river Thursday , raising fears of wider contamination in Hungary and countries downstream , including Croatia , Serbia , Bulgaria , Romania and the Ukraine . But water test results released Friday indicated the sludge may not harm the Danube after all . The pH , or acidity , level of the Danube water was 8.5 Friday -- slightly above normal but not dangerous and able to sustain life , Tottos said . Readings of pH range from 0 to 14 . Levels lower than 7 characterize acids , and levels higher than 7 denote bases ; highly acidic or highly basic water can harm living things . The 8.5 pH level and fast-moving currents made officials optimistic that a natural disaster can be avoided , Tottos said . However , on Sunday she said that while saving lives is the priority , officials remain concerned about the long-term effects of the spill and want to protect Europe 's waterways . But , she said , it 's too soon to tell what those effects might be . `` What happened on Monday has never happened before in Europe , so we will see , '' she said , `` and we will try to avoid a bigger new catastrophe . '' The environmental disaster occurred near Ajka , nearly 100 miles west of Budapest . The sludge covered the villages of Kolontar , Devecser , and Somlovasarhely , in some places reaching several feet high , leaving dead animals such as fish and frogs in its wake . The aluminum company , MAL Co. , said in a statement Saturday it was doing its utmost `` to avoid further damages and to reinforce the injured deposit . '' The company maintains it has performed extensive maintenance work and renovations in the past decade and had followed safety regulations . The company was working to construct dams and defense lines in an attempt to minimize damage , it said . It has also established a relief fund for victims of the spill and was attempting to help in finding accommodations for evacuated people . More than 1,100 residents of Ajka and the surrounding towns are MAL employees , it said . Orban warned Saturday of the `` toughest possible consequences '' for those responsible for the spill and said human error was the cause . `` Behind this tragedy , some human errors and mistakes must exist , '' he said . `` We will reveal all of that , and the consequences will be very serious -- as much as you can imagine . '' The exact chemical composition of the sludge has not been revealed , but aluminum processing normally involves compounds that include cyanide , cadmium and chromium . Emergency workers have been pouring plaster and fertilizers on the sludge in hopes that it will counter its alkalinity . Dust from sludge that dries may also pose a threat , Hungary 's Interior Ministry has said . It said some workers involved in damage cleanup may need filtering masks . CNN 's Antonia Mortensen , Eileen Hsieh , Diana Magnay , Brian Walker and Bharati Naik , and journalist Flora Hevesi contributed to this report .
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Zoltan Bakonyi accused of public endangerment , harming the environment . Official believes eighth victim found is body of missing person . European Union experts will investigate how badly the environment has been damaged . The dam holding back more sludge is expected to collapse , a disaster official says .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A legal battle has put the future of Skype in jeopardy , according to eBay , which owns the online communications system . Skype 's online phone and video communication service has been incredibly popular . If Skype loses the right to use a key part of its software and ca n't create an adequate replacement , `` Skype 's business as currently conducted would likely not be possible , '' eBay said in its quarterly filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission . There is no sign of Skype disappearing soon -- a relief to the more than 480 million registered users who have video or telephone conversations online through the technology . But the battle with Joltid , the company that created the piece of technology at issue , shows no sign of being resolved anytime soon , either . Joltid complains that Skype broke its licensing agreement to use the technology . Skype filed suit against Joltid in Britain , saying it could not terminate the license agreement ; Joltid struck back with a counterclaim saying Skype had broken the agreement . A trial is scheduled for June 2010 , eBay said in the SEC filing . `` Although Skype is confident of its legal position , as with any litigation , there is the possibility of an adverse result if the matter is not resolved through negotiation , '' eBay writes . `` Skype has begun to develop alternative software to that licensed through Joltid . However , such software development may not be successful , may result in loss of functionality or customers even if successful , and will in any event be expensive . '' In an e-mail to CNN , Joltid said Skype `` accessed Joltid 's source code and modified it -- Joltid then claimed a breach of license . '' Skype denies any breach . `` Joltid is enforcing its rights in the courts , '' Joltid said in the e-mail . `` Like any member of the creative industries , Joltid will defend its innovations with determination . '' CNN 's Diana Magnay and Josh Levs contributed to this report .
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A legal battle puts the future of Skype in jeopardy , according to owner eBay . Skype in legal battle with company behind some of its software . eBay says without software Skype 's `` business ... would likely not be possible ''
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A group of African scientists last week called on rich nations to help stem the tide of African talent leaving the continent 's universities . Dr. Francess Ayaebene , who runs a clinic in rural Nigeria , wanted to update her knowledge of tropical medicine . In a statement the Network of African Science Academies -LRB- NASAC -RRB- urged developed nations to establish training programs that would allow African research students to stay in Africa or study in other developing countries . One program that may prove key to curbing the flight of the skilled health professionals from the developing world is the distance learning course at the UK 's London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine . The school , a world leader in global health education and research started the course to allow health professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge at their own pace and in their own country . Dr. Francess Ayaebene , a physician in rural Nigeria , earned a diploma through the distance learning course offered . Dr. Ayaebene directs a clinic in Shendam , a rural area in central Nigeria where nurses and health services are in short supply . She wanted a refresher on tropical medicine and also hopes the additional training will help her gain entry into the world of government . `` I want to improve my country and go into politics to influence policy making when it comes to health matters , '' she told CNN . Some 2,500 students are enrolled in the London school 's distance learning program , which offers Master 's degrees and graduate diplomas in infectious diseases , public health and clinical trials . `` We do n't train people for the brain drain . We train people very much to make a contribution to their own countries , '' said Andrew Haines , the director of the London School . A complex set of factors contribute to brain drain , and while it 's too early to say that distance learning has had an impact on the trend , Haines believes it can make a contribution to retaining people in their home countries . `` When I speak to distance learning students , many of them say this has opened up an opportunity that otherwise would n't have come to them -- to stay in their own countries and at the same time access teaching materials of an international quality , '' he said . The program offers a flexibility that meets the wide range of needs of learners these days , providing access to specialized training to those who can not leave their home country due to financial constraints or professional commitments . A sign of the course 's popularity : Nearly three times as many students participate in the distance program than actually come to study at the school in London . The program also is getting a boost from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation , which awarded the London School a $ 1 million prize for excellence in global health this year . The Gates Award for Global Health , which is awarded annually to an organization that makes exceptional contributions to international health , will be used partly to developing new courses , providing scholarships and offering support for distance learning students . Distance education is by no means novel , but instructors say the London School program is particularly enhanced for students in the developing world and unique in its international audience . Students from around the world participate in the program , with roughly 40 percent of students based in countries in Africa and a good proportion in Southeast Asia , said Sharon Huttly , the dean of studies . While Internet access has improved considerably since the distance learning program began in 1998 , many students enrolled in the program still live in areas where bandwidth is poor and connections are slow . `` One of our biggest challenges is trying to deliver something that is still accessible and suitable to a student who is sitting somewhere that 's got very poor Internet access but also is suitable for a student sitting somewhere who 's got every gadget and high-speed bandwidth available to them , '' Huttly said . At the core of the program are self-study materials which students follow at their own pace . These materials are complemented with electronic mechanisms like Web chat boards that allow students to interact with each other and tutors . Dr. Ayaebene hopes that as well as distance learning programs , governments will encourage more doctors to practice in rural areas to improve public services . `` There are not enough nurses and ambulance services , '' she said about the region where she works . `` The government needs to push more doctors to rural areas . The hospitals -- they will not run themselves . ''
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Distance learning widens access to world-class health training and education . London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine helping prevent brain drain . 2,500 students enrolled in distance learning program at London School . School is winner of $ 1 million Gates Award for Global Health .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- They may live on separate continents , in different countries with differing cultures , but the same message is being echoed by the world 's poor , according to a new report by aid agency Oxfam . Farmers in Uganda have little choice but to attempt to cultivate crops on arid land . The report , `` Suffering the Science , '' tells the stories of people who are discovering to their detriment that long-held truths about seasons and rainfall no longer apply . `` I travel a lot and people are always saying to me , ` the seasons have changed , ' `` Oxfam chief executive Barbara Stocking told CNN . `` I think there 's a real sense of uncertainty . People have lost confidence . They have a very close relationship with the Earth , nature and climate and suddenly they 're finding that it does n't work anymore . '' People such as Florence Madamu from western Uganda . `` The sun is prolonged until the end of September , '' she told Oxfam . `` And whenever it rains it rains so heavily it destroys all our crops in the fields . You can plant a whole acre or two and come out with nothing . '' July is a particularly harsh month in large swathes of Africa . It 's the peak hunger season and this year people are expected to be more vulnerable than usual following record high food prices in 2008 . Laborers are planting precious seeds in fields of dirt with no guarantee they 'll produce a harvest , while the conditions they 're working under are becoming more extreme . `` For me the big worry is that many of them do n't know why it 's happening so they ca n't actually help themselves prepare for the changes , '' Stocking told CNN . `` We need to work with them to help them become more resilient -- whether it 's cyclones and weather-related disasters or whether it 's a long-term change . They need to be prepared for very different sorts of seasons now . '' And for unfamiliar diseases . Higher temperatures are encouraging the migration of malaria and other vector-borne diseases into new areas where , in some cases , health authorities are ill-equipped to cope . Oxfam found Iha at her daughter 's bedside in a hospital in Indonesia . Twelve-year-old Laila was the second of her children to contract dengue fever at their home on the island of Java . `` They said that this is a new type of dengue fever , '' Iha told Oxfam . `` She has already had 30 bags of infusion water . After nine days her condition is still not stable . '' It is the stories of people such as Iha who are living with the consequences of climate change that Oxfam hopes will prompt action from leaders of developed nations who are meeting in L'Aquila , Italy this week . `` Ideally what we 'd like is the G8 countries to come out very clearly as to what their targets are for carbon emissions reductions by 2020 and the amounts of money needed , '' Stocking said . `` It 's unlikely they 'll be as precise about that , '' she conceded , adding , `` but we really need some good strong wording in the G8 communiqué about the recognition that for a deal to be done -LSB- in Copenhagen -RSB- , money will be needed for the poorest countries . '' Talks in Copenhagen in December are being billed as an unmissable opportunity for developed and developing nations to agree a global plan to combat climate change . Stocking commended a proposal by British Prime Minister Gordon Brown to establish a $ 100 billion annual fund to help developing nations contend with climate change , but said closer to $ 150 billion was needed . Oxfam points out that 's about the same amount the U.S. government spent on bailing out insurance company AIG . While scientists warn that a cut of 40 percent in carbon emissions by 2020 is vital to avoid severe repercussions , developed nations have yet to commit to anything close . `` We need America to come forward much more positively , '' Stocking said . `` It 's really got to stand up to the bar clearly if there 's going to be any deal . '' `` We 're really pressing as well for the EU to come out much more clearly about what it will do it as a whole . `` There is n't even a Council of Minister 's meeting until October and that 's going to be far too late . There needs to be some serious meetings including heads of state very quickly now to get an agreement to put something very direct on the table , '' she said .
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Oxfam report tells the stories of people affected by climate change . Report ` Suffering the Science ' catalogs challenges of world 's poor . Stocking : `` People are always saying to me , ` the seasons have changed ' '' Oxfam wants greater action on climate change from developed nations .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Tuvalu , the fourth smallest nation on the planet , has announced it aims to be totally powered by renewable energy sources by 2020 . Tuvalu hopes to set an example to bigger nations by relying totally on clean energy by 2020 . Located between Hawaii and Australia , the tiny Pacific nation is one of the world 's climate change hotspots and many believe it is already seeing the negative affects of rising sea levels . The highest elevation on the island is just 4.5 meters -LRB- 14.8 feet -RRB- , and king tides have become increasingly damaging over the past 10 years , threatening the homes and livelihoods of its 12,000 inhabitants . The government of Tuvalu is working with the e8 , a consortium of 10 energy firms from the G8 nations that was set up after the 1992 Rio Earth Summit as a non-profit organization . The Tuvalu government estimates that it will take around $ 20 million in investment to reach the goal of 100 percent clean energy by 2020 . The first stage of the project has seen the roof of the country 's largest football stadium covered in solar panels , which supplies 5 percent of the electricity needed by the nation 's capital , Funafuti . According to e8 figures , after 14 months in operation the solar stadium has reduced consumption of generator fuel shipped from New Zealand by 17,000 tons and saved 50 tons of CO2 from being released in the atmosphere . A further benefit is the reduced risk of diesel spills around the atoll 's reefs . `` There may be other larger solar power installations in the world , but none could be more meaningful to customers than this one , '' said Takao Shiraishi , general manager of the Kansai Electric Power Company that helped implement the scheme . `` The plight of Tuvalu versus the rising tide vividly represents the worst early consequence of climate change . For Tuvalu , after 3,000 years of history , the success of UN climate talks in Copenhagen this December may well be a matter of national survival , '' he said in a press statement . The next scheme is building a solar power system for a secondary school on Vaitupu , one of the outer islands . `` We thank those who are helping Tuvalu reduce its carbon footprint as it will strengthen our voice in upcoming international negotiations . And we look forward to the day when our nation offers an example to all -- powered entirely by natural resources such as the sun and the wind , '' said Kausea Natano , Tuvalu 's minister for public utilities and industries .
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Tuvalu in Pacific Ocean threaten by rising sea levels from climate change . With consortium of G8 energy companies plan to use only renewables by 2020 . Most of Pacific island nation is less than one meter above sea level .
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Concepcion , Chile -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Aid and increased security were flowing Wednesday into hard-hit areas of Chile , but some residents complained that they still had not received food or water since Saturday 's massive earthquake killed more than 800 people . President Michelle Bachelet urged residents Wednesday to remain calm despite the shortages and lawlessness in Concepcion , Talcahuano and other areas of central and southern Chile . For the second consecutive day , she also warned that looting will not be tolerated . `` Nobody can argue that taking a refrigerator is an act of survival , '' Bachelet said . `` That is simply vandalism and delinquency . '' An overnight curfew remained in effect for the third day in Concepcion , the scene of the worst looting . Authorities said they would take whatever steps are necessary to keep order , and 35 people were arrested for curfew violations . A military presence and citizen patrols appeared to maintain order in the nation 's second-largest city , though CNN 's Sara Sidner said that about 10 percent of the stores in the downtown business district appeared to have been looted . `` There was a moment when this was no-man 's land , '' one resident said . `` This place was like the Wild West . '' Some supermarkets were open , though checkout lines lasting two to three hours were common . The death toll increased to 802 , with nearly 600 of those fatalities occurring in the Maule region , the National Emergency Office said Wednesday . Nineteen people were missing , said Patricio Rosende , the assistant interior secretary . Thirty trucks loaded with food and water arrived late Tuesday in Concepcion . The supplies were being distributed Wednesday . The city 's mayor , Jacqueline Van Rysselberghe , said it was a good start but not nearly enough . The aid , she told CNN Chile , would be distributed in areas where there has been little or no looting . Concepcion is less than 10 miles inland from Talcahuano , but the two towns suffered far different fates . In Concepcion , the fatalities and injuries were largely the result of buildings that collapsed . In coastal Talcahuano , the damage was caused by a tsunami that roared into town about an hour after the quake . When the waters receded , they left large boats stranded inland . In spot , four shrimping vessels lay in a heap , stacked on top of each other . Much of the gritty port city looked as if a bomb had exploded in it : its buildings reduced to rubble , which was covered with debris . See scenes of devastation from the quake . The greatest number of deaths occurred in the Maule region , where disaster visited two cities in different ways . In the central city of Talca , an ancient municipality , the earthquake wiped out many of the older adobe structures , crushing hundreds of residents . In the coastal city of Constitucion , a large wave caused most of the deaths ; officials said half of the city was damaged . Many Maule area residents said they had received no help . `` We have not received any aid from anyone . Nothing . Nothing , '' said Carlos Basoaldo , one of 6,000 residents of the coastal hamlet of Pelluhue . `` They are only concerned about the big cities , '' Basoaldo told CNN Chile . Security , too , remained a concern . The mayors of Concepcion , Hualpen and Talcahuano had urgently requested military help , and Bachelet said that more than 13,000 soldiers were being dispatched . Many of those soldiers started to reach their destinations Tuesday . But World Vision 's emergency operations manager said the situation was safe enough for the non-governmental organization to distribute aid in two villages near Concepcion . `` Fortunately enough , we had the collaboration of the government and the army , '' Michael Black said from Santiago . He credited the extension of the curfew from 6 p.m. until noon . `` What emergency operations are doing is , they 're trying to arrive with supplies through the city of Concepcion during the curfew , '' he said . `` That has worked really well . '' Among the items distributed by the Christian humanitarian group were 10,000 blankets , 5,000 liters of water , 3 tons of food and thousands of sleeping bags , he said . Santiago , which suffered damage from the quake but was well on its way to recovery Wednesday , is about 270 miles -LRB- 435 km -RRB- northeast of Concepcion . Concerns about the safety of those buildings that were damaged in the quake were heightened Wednesday afternoon , when a 5.6-magnitude aftershock struck 30 miles south southwest of Valparaiso , according to the U.S. Geological Survey . Residents in coastal cities in Chile started to evacuate Wednesday after officials in the fishing village of Dichato and in the city Concepcion warned of a possible tsunami and said they had one hour to leave low-lying areas . The evacuations were halted minutes later when the National Emergency Office said there was no tsunami warning . Since Saturday 's 8.8-magnitude earthquake , the region has suffered more than 120 aftershocks of 5.0 magnitude or greater , USGS Geophysicist Don Blakeman said . Eight of them have been 6.0 or stronger , he said . The aftershocks further stressed a frightened population . `` The vast majority of the population , if not everyone at this moment , has some symptoms like anxiety , fear , depression , '' said Dr. Graciela Rojas , a psychiatrist at the University of Chile 's clinical hospital . `` I would say that the next three months will be a time of fear and sadness . '' `` Basically , we are all under great stress , '' Dr. Matias Gonzalez , a psychiatrist at the University of Chile . `` People are afraid ; they want to protect their families , and they function emotionally , not rationally . '' The minister of public works said the country 's major highways are open and no part of the country is isolated . In addition , Sergio Bitar said , air connections were being re-established , ports were being fixed , and food and fuel supplies were sufficient . `` There is public order , '' he said . `` It was a giant earthquake , but we are handling it well . '' But Chile 's economy , considered by many the most competitive in Latin America , also has taken a hit . About 70 percent of the nation 's economic production has been affected , particularly fruit and mining sectors , CNN Chile said , citing analysts ' observations . But officials said Wednesday that they are working to fix some sectors affected by lack of electricity and other necessities . For example , Treasury Minister Andres Velasco said , about 60 percent of the nation 's banks are open . `` Our economy has dealt very well with this situation , '' Velasco said . He and Bachelet tried to reassure Chileans that there were sufficient supplies of food , fuel and other goods and urged residents not to hoard . CNN 's David Ariosto and Tom Watkins contributed to this report .
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NEW : 19 people remain missing , official says . Curfew remained in effect for third day in Concepcion , scene of worst looting . 70 percent of Chile 's economy affected by quake , particularly fruit and mining sectors .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Cheryl Morse was 19 years old when she hitchhiked more than 700 miles from Chicago , Illinois , to Bethel , New York . She was determined to make it to the Woodstock music festival . An estimated 400,000 people attended the Woodstock music festival in Bethel , New York , in August 1969 . Although Morse , now 59 , no longer recalls details such as how long it took to get there or what food , if any , she ate , she still vividly remembers the music . When Crosby , Stills , Nash & Young opened their set with `` Suite : Judy Blue Eyes , '' she said the energy in the crowd was intoxicating . And she can still picture folk musicians Arlo Guthrie and Joan Baez performing in the rain Friday night . `` It was like being totally shut off from the rest of the world for three days , with nonstop music by world-class musicians playing their hearts out ... for our party , '' she said . Forty years later , the Woodstock Music and Arts Fair remains a major cultural touchstone . Held in Bethel on August 15 , 16 and 17 , 1969 , the music festival welcomed some of the biggest musicians of the era and legions of fans from across the United States . Despite the concert 's size -- an estimated 400,000 people attended the festival -- it seems the idea of Woodstock is bigger than the actual event was . It is remembered as a peace - and love-filled celebration , an out-of-this-world experience fueled by rock 'n' roll music and copious drugs . See Woodstock 40 years ago , and what the site looks like today '' Like many others , it was n't until Morse left the festival grounds and re-entered the outside world that she began to realize Woodstock 's impact . She stopped at a local market on her way out of town and saw news coverage of the festival on television . `` Until -LSB- then -RSB- , I had not thought about the outside world at all , '' Morse said . `` That was when I slowly began to comprehend the impact the gathering was having on the country . '' Woodstock , Morse explained , `` came at a pivotal point in history , '' when the Vietnam War and subsequent anti-war movement were in full swing . The festival , a massive event that was largely peaceful and free of riots , was considered exceptional for the time . Years later , Morse realized that Woodstock `` would never be forgotten , '' she said . `` It took you 10 years to realize you were part of history , '' said Lenny Eisenberg , who made the journey to Bethel to see Jimi Hendrix perform . `` At the time , it was just another great show . '' Part of the concert 's lasting power was fueled by the Oscar-winning documentary `` Woodstock , '' which also led to a blurred perception of the festival , Eisenberg said . `` I have some distorted ideas of what happened , '' he said . Still , Eisenberg recalls Hendrix 's performance that famously closed the festival on Monday morning . The aspiring photographer saved one of the three rolls of film he brought with him to document the guitarist 's set . The wait was worth it , he said . Eisenberg captured several shots of Hendrix , including one of the guitarist with his middle finger in the air , seconds after he flashed a peace sign to the audience . iReport.com : See Eisenberg 's photos . `` It 's really hard to pin down a best memory , '' said Thomas Burke , who was 19 years old when he went to Woodstock . `` The whole place was a memory . '' Burke still has his Woodstock tickets along with the check his mother wrote for them . His memories from the event are fond , but fuzzy . `` I remember some of the acts , but not the order or where I was when they played , '' he said . He recalls seeing Richie Havens and Jefferson Airplane , and ca n't forget Hendrix 's legendary performance of `` The Star-Spangled Banner . '' `` Woodstock marked a big turning point in my life , '' said Burke , who was drafted into the Army soon after returning home from the festival . `` It was a fitting end to the '60s . '' `` It was the experience of a lifetime . I 've always been proud of the fact that I was there , '' said Ralph Chin . He remembers the rain and mud , nonstop music , free-flowing drugs and conversations with strangers . For Chin , nothing can recapture Woodstock . `` I went to a couple other festivals after Woodstock , but they fell short on the overall feeling , '' he said . iReport.com : ` The experience of a lifetime ' `` Woodstock was like a big party with all your friends there , whereas the festivals afterward felt more like you were an independent entity and had no connections to anyone else . '' `` I think it was the ultimate spontaneous thing . It just happened , '' said John Laferlita , a photographer who attended Woodstock at 23 . Laferlita heard about the festival on the radio and thought , `` Why not ? '' He hopped on a bus from Manhattan , New York , on Saturday , with little more than his camera and tickets . Like many others , he slept on the ground that night . `` There has n't been anything like it , '' added Laferlita . `` Everything else is planned to the minute , but this was spontaneous . That 's what made it so special . ''
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As Woodstock celebrates 40 years , the music festival still looms large . Memories of the event are distorted by media coverage , movies , some say . `` It took 10 years to realize you were part of history , '' said Lenny Eisenberg . iReport.com : Were you at Woodstock ? Share your memories , photos .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- The man suspected to be at the center of the plot to send bombs from Yemen to the United States is a Saudi national who authorities believe has been living in Yemen for the past three years . Ibrahim Hassan al-Asiri is one of Saudi Arabia 's most wanted men , according to a list published by the government last year . The Saudi government described al-Asiri as an explosives and poison expert . On Friday , authorities in the United Arab Emirates and Britain found two packages with explosives that were destined for synagogues in Chicago , Illinois . U.S. investigators believe al Qaeda bomb maker al-Asiri , 28 , is linked to the packages . The explosive found in the packages , PETN , is the same as the material found in the December 2009 foiled underwear bomb attack in the United States . It 's a highly explosive organic compound that belongs to the same chemical family as nitroglycerin . Six grams of PETN are enough to blow a hole in the fuselage of an aircraft . Al-Asiri was also suspected in the earlier attempted bombing case , where a Nigerian man , Umar Farouk AbdulMutallab , is accused of trying to set off a bomb hidden in his underwear on a flight . Al-Asiri 's brother , Abdullah , also appeared on the Saudi Arabia 's most wanted list . According to press accounts , it was Ibrahim al-Asiri who lured his brother to the jihadist movement . In 2009 , Abdullah al-Asiri died when he detonated a bomb on his body with the intent of assassinating Saudi Prince Muhammed Bin Naif , a top security official . The suicide bombing attempt failed to kill its target . A few days after that attempt , the Watan newspaper in Saudi Arabia interviewed al-Asiri 's mother and sisters . Their mother described Ibrahim and Abdullah as regular teenagers growing up . `` They were not religious boys at the time . They used to listen to music and had a wide variety of friends , friends not like the ones they had later when they became more religious , '' she told Watan . One of their sisters told the newspaper that the death of their brother Ali in a car accident in 2000 was a turning point in Ibrahim and Abdullah 's attitude . `` It was after that that they started swapping video tapes and cassettes on the Mujahedeen in Chechnya and Afghanistan , and they became at times distant , '' the sister said . `` Abdullah started to go out a lot with his new friends to camps known as ` preaching camps . ' '' Ibrahim at one point was arrested in 2003 while trying with others to enter Iraq to wage jihad , his family told Watan . He was held in prison for nine months . Also shortly after the attempt against the Saudi prince 's life , the Saudi Gazette newspaper spoke with Ibrahim and Abdullah 's father , who shed some more light on the young men 's upbringing . The family grew up in the Al-Jazira district of east Riyadh , he said , describing theirs as a pious family . `` We were living in Makkah two years ago and were planning to move back to Riyadh , but Abdullah and Ibrahim said they wanted to go to Medina before coming back with us , '' the father , Hassan , told the newspaper last year . `` Abdullah later contacted us to say he was out of the country , but did n't say where , and from that day on we had no more news of him until we saw his and his brother 's pictures a few months ago in the media as on the list of wanted people . '' CNN 's Tim Lister contributed to this report .
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Ibrahim Hassan al-Asiri is believed to be in Yemen . He grew up in Riyadh , Saudi Arabia . He recruited his brother into a terrorist movement .
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Editor 's note : CNN affiliates report on where job seekers are finding work across the country and how those looking for employment are coping with the situation . Road work is increasing across the nation in the wake of the economic stimulus plan . -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- During President Obama 's prime-time news conference Tuesday , he talked about the economic stimulus plan designed to `` jump-start job creation and put money in people 's pockets . '' The plan injects $ 787 billion into the nation 's economy , and Obama said in his opening remarks that the money had saved the jobs of teachers and police officers . `` It 's creating construction jobs to rebuild roads and bridges , '' he added . In Oklahoma , 40 companies have bid on 15 new projects with the state 's Department of Transportation , according to a report on KWTV . Bobby Stem , a spokesman with the Association of General Contractors , said the $ 380 million in projects will put a lot of Oklahomans to work and help the state 's economy . `` We 're weeks away from people going out and putting on brand new boots and starting their new careers in road and bridge building , '' he told News9 . See a U.S. map of stimulus grants for schools , water and sewer projects '' Damon Markwell of Markwell Paving Company said he will hire 10 percent more workers if the state accepts his bid . Read the full report on KWTV . Midwest : Developers say complex would generate 3,000 jobs . An Illinois state senator is asking for a bond measure that would help pay for a retail and entertainment complex in a St. Louis suburb , according to KSDK . Developers claim the project would cost $ 1 billion and bring 3,000 jobs to the city of Glen Carbon . Many of the jobs would be in construction . The proposed University Town Center would include a mix of retail , restaurant and entertainment businesses and be 2 miles from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville . Watch the report on KSDK . Northeast : Ohio call center needs 300 more representatives . A company is looking to expand its work force in Ohio by about 33 percent , hiring 300 workers during the next few months . TeleTech will be holding four job fairs but requires that job seekers who want to attend register online . `` In the service industry , business is growing despite the economic downturn , '' a TeleTech representative told WKYC . The customer representatives will make $ 9 an hour with raises after seven weeks of training and six months on the job . Read the report on WKYC . Southwest : Truck-driving academies full of students . In Amarillo , Texas , along one of the major transportation routes in the United States , Robert Mathews is teaching people to drive long-haul and other types of trucks . The program at Amarillo College 's Truck Driving Academy lasts six weeks -- three in the classroom , three on the road -- and costs $ 2,500 . `` I read the newspaper every day , every day I 'd find four or five places that needed a truck driver , '' laid-off oil worker Ben Touchstone said . `` And all of them required a -LSB- commercial driver 's license -RSB- . '' Mathews said you can drive more than trucks with a new license . `` Once you have the CDL , you can drive a school bus , a Greyhound bus . You will have license to do that , '' he told KFDA in Amarillo . Watch video of the report on NewsChannel 10 . And truckers are in high demand because of the city 's location . `` This is the I-40 corridor , '' he said . `` Everything goes past here from coast to coast . '' Midwest : Quick oil change spots hiring . The folks at Jiffy Lube are seeing increased business , thanks to more people holding on their cars for a few extra years . Jim Rodgers of Jiffy Lube said , `` They want to maintain those vehicles and keep them in tip-top condition . Rodgers said Jiffy Lube is hiring entry-level positions up to general manager jobs in the Kansas City , Missouri , area . He said it needs more workers during the summer . `` We 're also gearing up nationwide to open probably another 100 stores in the next three to five years . '' Watch the interview with Jim Rodgers on CNN affiliate KSHB .
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Oklahoma to use $ 380 million of stimulus money for road projects . Proposed retail development in Illinois would mean thousands of jobs . Call center has 300 vacancies to be filled in next few months . Truck-driving academy offers path to jobs in six weeks .
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LONDON , England -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- If riding on top of a Mexican freight train while bandits lie in wait , or inviting real-life gang members to improvise street battles does n't sound like the wisest approach to making your first feature film , try telling Cary Fukunaga . `` Sin Nombre '' portrays one boy 's struggle to escape Mexico 's gang culture set against the backdrop of the trade in illegal immigrants . Because those are exactly the scrapes the 32-year-old writer-director got into during production of his highly-acclaimed debut `` Sin Nombre . '' Set in Mexico against the backdrop of the country 's ballooning people trafficking problem , Fukunaga 's social-political thriller shows one boy 's struggle to escape Mexican gang culture after meeting a Honduran immigrant girl . The half-Japanese half-Swedish director decided that it would be impossible to portray street gang culture or the treacherous immigrant experience without fully immersing himself in both . `` To tell a story of what it 's like to travel on top of freight trains , or the camaraderie of living in a gang , are all things I could imagine maybe , '' Fukunaga told CNN . `` But I would n't be able to get it right without meeting the people who actually experienced it , and experiencing some of that with them . '' After Fukunaga first conceived `` Sin Nombre '' -LRB- which translates as `` Without a Name '' -RRB- in 2005 he embarked on a mammoth research tour in order to fully understand what it is like to be both a desperate immigrant and a street gang member . He spent two weeks with immigrants at a train yard in Tapachula , Mexico , before risking his life illegally riding on the roof of a train traveling across the border state of Chiapas . `` People get shot , trains derail , assaults happen , '' said Fukunaga . `` I had to understand that if I fell off the train and lost a limb , I could just bleed to death out there , there 'd be no-one to come pick me up . '' The filmmaker , who is an American citizen , was taken aback by the camaraderie among the immigrants in spite of the danger and violence . `` Some of the bits of humor that would happen on the journey really surprised me , '' he told CNN . `` You could laugh minutes after someone had been shot . '' It is this 27-hour train ride , during which a there was a bandit attack , that forms the basis of a substantial portion of the action in `` Sin Nombre . '' Fukunaga also visited members of the notoriously violent Mara Salvatrucha street gangs in jail in Mexico . `` I spent about two years in two different prisons , and reduced a group of gang members down to a couple guys I could trust , '' he explained . Fukunaga courted them with with gifts in the hope they would aid his research . `` After bringing them grilled chickens and enough India ink and CD components so they could make tattoo guns , they felt like they could trust me enough to hook me up with one of their outside people . Then they knew I was n't just a cop . '' The end result is a starkly realistic portrayal of the Central American gangs that make their living trafficking people to the United States . The film 's action includes a dramatic shootout scene featuring real gang members as extras alongside actors . `` All the guns had blanks , '' Fukunaga said . `` I had a gun too , if I had to regulate the situation . '' Not that that made the scene entirely unproblematic : `` The guy who plays the leader in that scene is a gang member , '' said Fukunaga . `` Once we shot that scene he was gone . I do n't know where he went , and there was no way to track him down to come back in and record audio or anything . '' Nevertheless , Fukunaga maintains that the characters he chose to portray are inherently likeable people . `` I liked the gang members and the immigrants I met equally , and had equal respect for them '' Fukunaga said . `` Some of the kids in these gangs , they seem like they 're 28-years-old , but they 're actually only 19 . They just look old because of the things they 've experienced . '' `` Sin Nombre '' is executive produced by acclaimed Mexican actors Gael Garcia Bernal and Diego Luna . It impressed judges at this year 's Sundance Film Festival so much they awarded it directing and cinematography awards . But even after such an ambitious and successful debut , Fukunaga is not ready to let up and his next project could n't be more different : a musical with Arcade Fire collaborator Owen Pallett . After all , he said , `` If you 're just going to do a paint-by-numbers film , then what 's the point ? ''
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`` Sin Nombre '' opens a window on Mexico 's Mara Salvatrucha gangs . Cary Fukunaga 's debut thriller set against backdrop of immigrant trafficking on trains . Fukunaga visited gang members in jail and rode an immigrant train for research . Film won directing and cinematography awards at 2009 Sundance Film Festival .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Here 's a hot tip : The University of North Carolina is going to win the NCAA men 's basketball tournament . A Georgia Tech professor 's computer model suggests UNC will win this year 's NCAA men 's basketball tournament . At least that 's the prediction of Joel Sokol , a Georgia Tech professor whose statistical model correctly selected the Final Four , championship game and winner of last year 's tournament . Be glad he 's not in your office 's betting pool . Finding some kind of rationality in March Madness , which starts in earnest Thursday , has been an American pastime for decades . Tournament brackets are everywhere , and from sports TV to the dinner table , everyone seems to have predictions about which team will claim the top spot , and why . But in recent years , `` bracketology , '' as sorting out the single-elimination basketball tournament is sometimes called , has increasingly become the scientific endeavor its name suggests . It 's even something on which university professors and professional statisticians stake their reputations . Watch Sokol explain his predictions '' There are at least 40 individual people or groups using statistical models to analyze college basketball and rank its teams online , according to Kenneth Massey , whose Web site , masseyratings.com , lets users compare the analyses . Anecdotal evidence suggests more people are getting in the game , perhaps because the raw data used to run the equations -- team records , point margins and the like -- is easily accessible on the Internet . All of these off-shoot predictions supplement the official computer model used by the NCAA , which is called the Rating Percentage Index . But a selection committee of live people still ranks teams and puts them in tournament brackets . At their cores , the computer models all operate like question machines , said Jeff Sagarin , who has been doing computer ratings for USA Today since 1985 . Different people come up with different brackets because they 're asking different questions . Sagarin 's equations ask three questions : `` Who did you play , where did you play and what was the result of each specific game ? '' The computer keeps repeating those questions in an `` infinite loop '' until it comes up with a solid answer , he said . Sagarin has arranged the formula as such partly because he thinks home-court advantage is a big deal in college basketball . Other models ask different questions or give the questions different weights . Sokol , of Georgia Tech , for example , cares more about the win-margin than where the game was played . He got into NCAA basketball prognosticating after watching his team , Georgia Tech , lose a nail-biter in 2002 when Tennessee hit a shot at the buzzer from half court . Sports analysts made a big deal of the loss , he said , which seemed statistically dumb to Sokol . As far as he 's concerned a close game might as well be a tie -- the toss of a coin could predict the winner . `` That last shot is almost meaningless , '' he said . It took a few years of testing for Sokol to start believing in his computer model , which was the subject of an academic paper in 2004 . That year , Georgia Tech made it to the Final Four , which Sokol and colleagues had predicted . `` They really kind of made us believers in our own system , '' he said . Sagarin , who has one of the older and more respected prediction equations in the business , said a year or two of success does not mean a model will continue to foretell the outcome of the tournament correctly . He grew up a sports junkie who was `` too skinny '' to make it big on the court or field . For a time , he used his intimate knowledge of statistics and college basketball to bet on the annual NCAA tournament . Buzzer-beating shots became the bane of his existence , and in 1983 , after Houston lost to underdog North Carolina State on a last-second dunk in the tournament final , Sagarin gave up on betting . `` Each year I try to put minor improvements in -LSB- the computer model -RSB- and test in the off-season , but that all goes out the window when guys hit three-point shots at the buzzer , '' he said . `` There 's a lot of luck in life . Life is a series of heads and tails , and human beings try to describe rationale behind them ... when in fact it may be random . '' Dan Shanoff , who blogs on sports at danshanoff.com , said gut feeling is more important than statistics , but taking a look at the numbers can never hurt . In the end , he said , it 's all chance . `` You think you know everything about college basketball and then all of a sudden your mom is finishing ahead of you -LSB- in a tournament pool -RSB- , which happens every year to me with my mom , '' he said . Shanoff 's gut tells him Louisville will win the men 's tournament this year . Sokol , of Georgia Tech , puts Louisville in the Final Four with UNC , Pittsburgh and the University of Memphis . He said Michigan State and Oklahoma are ranked too high and due for an upset , statistically speaking . While all of this information could be helpful for people betting on the Big Dance , Sheldon H. Jacobson , a professor of computer science at the University of Illinois , said he does n't fill out a bracket , despite the fact that he 's developed a computer model for the tournament . `` I enjoy the games and I enjoy the tournament , and not filling out a bracket gives me the freedom to do that , '' he said .
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People are using computer models to try to pick NCAA basketball winners . A successful model from Georgia Tech picks UNC to win this year . As more data is available online , the practice appears to be more popular . One professor says it 's more fun to watch for fun than fill out bracket .
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SALT LAKE CITY , Utah -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Carolyn Dennis , mother of a 5-year-old , initially was n't too keen on Utah 's decision to move her to a four-day workweek . Mylitta Barrett says Utah 's four-day workweek makes looking after her disabled son , Joseph , harder . Dennis and 17,000 other state employees this month began working four 10-hour days per week rather than five eight-hour days . When told of the change , Dennis immediately thought about her son . She normally picked him up from day care in the afternoon . Since she 'd now be working later , pickup seemed like it 'd be a problem . `` My first instinct was , ` Day care closes at 6 p.m. , ' '' said Dennis , who works at the state Department of Commerce . But then something else hit her : She 's just picked up an extra day off per week . If she could work out the day-care issue , the change would n't be so bad after all . `` I am going to have every Friday to spend with my son , '' she said . Watch Utah 's big experiment with the four-day workweek '' Utah is betting benefits like that -- and the millions of dollars it hopes to save on energy bills by closing some state buildings on Fridays -- will outweigh the adjustments that workers and service seekers will have to make . In a one-year experiment , the state moved most of its employees -- those working in non-emergency services -- to the four-day week August 4 . By closing 1,000 state buildings an extra day per week , it hopes to save about $ 3 million in utility costs during the trial . It also hopes employees will save on fuel costs by driving to work one less day per week . The state , which will decide next year whether to make the move permanent , expects some backlash because the public will have one fewer day weekly to get in-person services such as driver 's license renewals . But officials say that because employees will be working longer Monday through Thursday , service hours on those days are extended accordingly . Also , the state says Internet offerings allow people to make some transactions with the state anytime they want . As for Dennis ' day-care dilemma , she was in luck . Because many of the parents leaving their children at her son 's center were state employees , the center expanded its hours to accommodate them . iReport : Are you overworked ? She is charged more per day because her son is there longer . But because she no longer has to pay for Friday care , she 's paying about the same per week . Her new day off , Dennis said , will let her slow down and enjoy time with her son . `` As soon as he knew this was happening , we sat down with the calendar and planned out what activities he was going to do for the next three months , '' she said . `` This Friday , we are going to the planetarium ; next Friday is the zoo . Those are things I -LSB- did n't -RSB- get to do with him . '' But some workers are n't able to make the switch as easily as others . At the Department of Commerce last week , administrators wheeled around energy drinks and sodas for employees who were bleary-eyed from waking an hour earlier than usual . See other areas trying four-day workweeks nationwide '' Jeff Herring , the executive director of Utah 's Department of Human Resources , said the state is working with employees on the transition . `` The governor has made it very clear that as long as we can serve the public , we need to do what we can to exercise flexibility with the employees , '' Herring said . Utah officials say previous studies on four-day workweeks show that for most participants , having a three-day weekend more than compensates for the longer work hours and recharges employees ' batteries . But Mylitta Barrett of Ogden doubts her new day off will provide much relief . A statistician working for the state , Barrett is a single mom of three , including 14-year-old Joseph , who has cerebral palsy and needs constant care . Barrett 's carefully orchestrated routine of caring for her sons -- the others are 13 and 9 -- has been thrown off by her new schedule . `` Right now , I ca n't tell you how it 's going to work , '' said Barrett , 48 . Because Barrett now leaves for her Salt Lake City job while her children are still asleep -- her new start time is 7 a.m. , two hours earlier than before -- she hired someone to help get her sons to school . Barrett said her supervisors have been flexible with her schedule while she tries to adjust . But while her colleagues are ecstatic about having Fridays off , she feels anything but excitement . `` It 's great for the people who are getting three-day weekends , and I am real excited for them ... but it 's happening at our expense , and that 's not fair , '' she said . Barrett said she does n't foresee switching jobs . She loves what she does and would be unlikely to get elsewhere the medical benefits she needs to care for Joseph . Having a Friday off is nice , she said , but it wo n't give her back what she 's losing . `` You ca n't make up the soccer game that I missed on Monday because you were working and did n't get home until 7 o'clock at night or sitting down to do homework with the boys . You ca n't make that up . '' CNN 's Jason Hanna contributed to this report .
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Utah this month moved most employees to a four-day workweek . The state estimates it will save $ 3 million in utility costs for the year . Some parents are happy about change ; others say it is n't fair . The four-day work week is a one-year experiment and could become permanent .
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Pyongyang , North Korea -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- At Russia 's urging , the U.N. Security Council will hold an emergency meeting Sunday morning aimed at defusing simmering tensions in the Korean peninsula . The meeting will take place at 11 a.m. ET on Sunday , a day after Russia had originally wanted to meet , its ambassador to the United Nations Vitaly Churkin said in a statement . Churkin blamed the U.S. delegation -- which this month heads up the security council -- for the one-day delay , adding , `` We assume that nothing will happen in the interim that would bring about further aggravation . '' New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson , a former prominent U.S. diplomat now in the middle of an unofficial four-day trip meeting with high-level Pyongyang officials , applauded the development as something that could help skirt further military escalation . `` It 's a very , very tense situation , a crisis situation , '' Richardson told CNN 's Wolf Blitzer from Pyongyang . `` This is when the U.N. Security Council can be most effective . '' The former U.S. energy secretary and ambassador to the United Nations met Sunday morning for one-and-a-half hours with Maj. Gen. Pak Rim Su , who leads North Korean forces in the demilitarized zone along the South Korean border . He called it a `` very tough meeting '' that included `` some progress . '' Richardson told CNN that Pak was receptive to his proposal that a military hotline be set up between North Korean and South Korean forces , in order to address issues should an incident occur . Pak was also open to the governor 's idea for a military commission -- with representatives from North Korea , South Korea and the United States -- to monitor disputed areas in and around the Yellow Sea . The goal , Richardson said , would be to address issues before they flared into larger confrontations . The North Korean general , separately , told Richardson that the remains of several hundred U.S. servicemen killed about six decades ago during the Korean War had recently been recovered , showing the governor pictures of some of them and a dog tag from one soldier . Pak then offered to resume joint recovery efforts with the United States . `` It was a positive gesture , '' Richardson said . Still , the governor said that the U.N. Security Council 's meeting on Sunday might be an even more significant development when it comes to the regional crisis . He called China 's recent statements on and Russia 's leadership on the issue a positive -- saying he hoped that the council might issue a statement `` urging all sides to exercise maximum restraint -LRB- and to -RRB- cool things down . '' The Security Council has five permanent members in China , France , Russia , the United Kingdom and the United States . There are also 10 rotating members , which are currently Austria , Bosnia and Herzegovinia , Brazil , Gabon , Japan , Lebanon , Mexico , Nigeria , Turkey and Uganda . The United States , as well as Russia and Japan , have been key international players in the crisis , and Chinese officials have also conducted a series of high-level talks with North Korean and South Korean officials . On Saturday , Chinese Foreign Minister Zhang Zhijun reiterated his nation 's strong desire to avert war , which he said would be devastating for both Korean nations and the region as a whole , according to state-run news agency Xinhua . Richardson came to North Korea at the invitation of its top nuclear negotiator as a private citizen -- with the knowledge of but not as a representative of the U.S. government -- amidst one of the region 's most serious crises since the 1953 Korean War armistice . North Korea says that its South Korean counterparts are instigating tensions with planned live military exercises on and around the disputed Yeonpyeong Island . Seoul cited bad weather as its reason for pushing back the drills a day or two , which were originally scheduled between December 18 and 21 , South Korea 's official Yonhap News Agency reported . Saying the exercises would be in `` the inviolable territorial waters '' of North Korea , the North 's state-run Korean Central News Agency warned Saturday that its forces `` will deal the second and third unpredictable self-defensive blow '' if the drills proceed . Such strikes , according to the agency , would be `` deadlier ... in terms of the powerfulness and sphere '' than its November 23 shelling of Yeonpyeong Island that left four South Koreans dead . Noting that North Korea is `` very , very provoked by this potential incident , '' Richardson said he hoped that a strong statement from the United Nations council might spur Seoul to cancel the drills and `` give both sides cover '' to tamp down their rhetoric and actions . Pak was the first non-political official to talk to Richardson , who earlier said he had a `` good meeting '' with the North 's chief nuclear negotiator Kim Gye Gwan and also met with the vice minister of North Korea 's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday . Both Koreas have traded tough talk and conducted aggressive military drills in the weeks after the Yeonpyeong Island incident . The U.S. military has said it is concerned that South Korea 's scheduled exercises could spark an uncontrollable clash with the North , but the State Department said the exercises are not meant to be threatening or provocative . CNN 's Jiyeon Lee contributed to this report . Watch The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer weekdays at 5pm to 8pm ET and Saturdays at 6pm ET . For the latest from The Situation Room click here .
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NEW : Bill Richardson , who is not a U.S. envoy , says a N. Korean general was open to his ideas . NEW : They include a military hotline and a commission to settle disputes in the region . The U.N. Security Council will meet Sunday morning about the Korean crisis . Planned South Korean military exercises have been delayed due to bad weather .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Didier Drogba is backing his Ivory Coast team to make history by becoming the first African country to reach the final of the World Cup next year . Drogba is contemplating a big challenge by the Ivory Coast in South Africa . The Chelsea striker scored the decisive goal as the Elephants sealed their place in South Africa with a 1-1 draw against Malawi on Saturday , but he is now looking ahead to the finals with relish . `` It is going to be a challenge , '' the 31-year-old told reporters . `` To make it to the final will not be easy because there are great teams like Brazil and Germany who have won the World Cup for many years . `` But my teammates and I want to make history and want to change the way the world sees African football . Can an African team win the World Cup next year ? `` I hope that we 'll be the team that is going to go to the final and win the competition . '' Ivory Coast have joined Ghana as definite qualifiers from Africa , with three other places up for grabs in the final round of matches in November . Drogba is one of several stars in the Ivorian squad with Champions League experience , including Barcelona 's Yaya Toure who is anxious to erase memories of their failure to qualify from the group stages in the 2006 finals in Germany . `` At the last World Cup we played really well in Germany , but we were unlucky because we were in a very tough group with Argentina and Holland and so went out in the first round , '' he said . `` But I think with this kind of experience , it will be possible at South Africa 2010 to do much better . Perhaps we can make the quarterfinals and then semifinals , this is something we can achieve . '' Coach Vahid Halilhodzic is also upbeat after seeing his side fight back from a goal down against Malawi to top African Group E. `` We are very proud to participate in the World Cup for the second consecutive time and this time it is going to be better , '' he added .
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Didier Drogba targets World Cup glory with African powerhouses Ivory Coast . Drogba scored crucial goal as Ivory Coast clinched qualification for South Africa . Ivory Coast exited in group stages at the World Cup finals in Germany in 2006 .
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Washington -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- President Obama marked the one-year anniversary of his controversial economic stimulus plan Wednesday , declaring the $ 862 billion package an unequivocal success that has created or saved millions of jobs . House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and members of Obama 's cabinet also fanned out across the country in a slew of separate events designed to amplify the president 's claims . Republican opponents belittled the president 's assertion , and characterized the plan as a massive waste-filled Washington special-interest giveaway that expanded the deficit while failing to slow rising unemployment . The radically different claims reflected the high political stakes tied to the public perception of what many observers consider the signature legislative achievement of Obama 's first year in office . `` We have rescued this economy from the worst of this crisis , '' Obama said at the White House . `` We acted because failure to do so would have led to catastrophe . We acted because we had a larger responsibility than simply winning the next election . We had a responsibility to do what was right . '' The measure `` was never intended to save every job , '' he said . `` Businesses are the true engine of growth -LSB- and -RSB- always will be . But during a recession ... what government can do is provide a temporary boost . '' The program , he said , has `` run cleanly , smoothly and transparently . '' Vice President Joe Biden , the administration 's point man on implementation of the plan , argued that `` without any question '' the package is working and `` laying the foundation '' for long-term economic growth . `` We know times are -LSB- still -RSB- tough for too many people , '' he said . But there is `` no reason we 're not going to come out of this -LSB- downturn -RSB- stronger than when we went into it . '' The bulk of the money initially allocated for the plan has not actually been spent yet . Through the end of January , roughly $ 334 billion in spending has been approved , of which $ 179 billion has actually left federal coffers . Another $ 119 billion has gone to tax cuts . The federal government now expects to distribute $ 32 billion in stimulus funds per month , up from an average $ 27 billion a month over the past year , according to Biden . Now that the economy is no longer in free fall , the mix of spending will change , senior administration officials said . Until this point , the bulk of the spending has been on tax relief and direct aid , such as unemployment benefits . To date , only $ 31 billion has been spent on projects such as infrastructure , high-speed rail , broadband and health technology . But in the second phase of the act , the amount of money going to these initiatives will more than double to $ 7 billion a month as work on them ramps up . The administration views this spending as setting the stage for a lasting expansion . `` Many projects are just now getting under way , and will be creating jobs throughout 2010 and beyond , '' Biden said earlier this week . `` Work on many Recovery Act projects will accelerate in the spring and summer months as weather conditions permit work on roads , bridges , water projects , and Superfund site cleanups . '' In depth : The stimulus project . Payments to states and individuals will fall to $ 11 billion per month , from $ 14 billion . Much of this spending -- such as Medicaid funding and additional unemployment benefits -- was meant to stabilize the economy during the recession . The administration will reach its goal to disburse 70 percent of the Recovery Act funds , or $ 551 billion , by September 30 , senior administration officials said . The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office recently hiked the cost estimate of the stimulus plan to $ 862 billion , though the administration still uses the original $ 787 billion figure . Republicans have torn into what they argue is the stimulus ' failure . The Republican National Committee released a video Wednesday claiming that `` the American people are tired of politicians who do n't admit when their policies do n't work . The president and the Democrat Party can either admit their policies failed and change course now or continue their binge spending agenda and face certain defeat at the polls in November . '' House Minority Leader John Boehner , R-Ohio , said earlier in the week that taxpayers `` are n't getting their money 's worth from the trillion-dollar ` stimulus ' and struggling families and small businesses are rightly asking , ` Where are the jobs ? ' '' House GOP Whip Rep. Eric Cantor , R-Virginia , said states have lost a total of 2.9 million jobs between the bill 's enactment last February through December , though the administration projected stimulus would save or create 3.5 million positions . Obama teased congressional Republicans on Wednesday for slamming the plan `` even as many of them show up for ribbon-cutting ceremonies for projects in their districts '' funded by the act . In the final quarter of last year , the Recovery Act directly funded nearly 600,000 jobs , according to the Web site Recovery.gov . The figure is based on about 160,000 reports from state , local and corporate recipients who have spent $ 57.9 billion in stimulus money . It does not tally jobs created indirectly through companies buying supplies for stimulus projects , people spending their tax cuts , increased unemployment benefits and the like . In total , the economic stimulus program has boosted employment by 1.5 million to 2 million jobs , the president 's chief economic adviser said in mid-January . That figure is derived from a mathematical formula based on how much money has flowed out the federal door . A CNN/Opinion Research Corp. poll conducted last month found a majority of respondents -- 56 percent -- opposed the stimulus plan . Forty-two percent supported it . Fifty-eight percent , however , believed the stimulus had stabilized or improved the economy , while 41 percent said it either had no effect or had made the economy worse . The poll of 1,021 adults was conducted by telephone from January 8-10 , and had a sampling error of plus or minus 3 percentage points . CNN 's Tami Luhby and Alan Silverleib contributed to this report .
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Obama says stimulus plan rescued economy from `` worst of this crisis '' Program , one year old , has run `` smoothly , cleanly , transparently '' , Obama says . Republicans charge the program expanded deficit without creating jobs . Stimulus laid foundation for long-term growth , VP Joe Biden says .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Didier Drogba scored twice as Chelsea re-established a five point lead at the top of the English Premier League with a 3-0 win over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday . Manchester United 's 4-1 thumping of Portsmouth had lifted the reigning champions to within two points of the leaders , but Chelsea underlined their title credentials with a dominant display against an Arsenal side whose own ambitions took a severe jolt . Arsenal had plenty of possession in the first half without carving out a clear opportunity , but fell behind to a well-worked goal in the 41st minute . Chelsea captain John Terry found his fellow England international Ashley Cole in space down the left and his crisp cross was met on the volley by Drogba to leave Manuel Almunia with no chance . Just before half time and Arsenal were two down as another excellent Cole cross was accidentally deflected past his own goalkeeper by Belgian international Thomas Vermaelen . Arsenal brought on Theo Walcott after the break and he sparked a brief home rally as they had the ball in the net from Andrei Arsnhavin only for it to be ruled out for an Eduardo foul on Petr Cech . Almunia had to save smartly to keep out a deflection off Frank Lampard , but the third came near the end as Drogba 's unstoppable free-kick sealed the three points . It was the Ivorian international 's 11th league goal of the season and his 10th in 11 appearances against Arsenal in London derbies . It leaves Chelsea on top with 36 points from 14 games , with Manchester United on 31 and Tottenham in third on 26 , one ahead of north-London rivals Arsenals , who have played a game less . In Sunday 's other matches , Liverpool beat Everton 2-0 and Birmingham won 1-0 at Wolves in local derbies . A own goal by Joseph Yobo , who deflected home a shot by Javier Mascherano in the 12th minute , and Dirk Kuyt 's late strike sealed three points for Liverpool in the Merseyside clash at Goodison Park . The victory was welcome relief for underfire manager Rafael Benitez as his team moved up to fifth in the standings after being eliminated from this season 's Champions League in midweek . Lee Bowyer scored a third minute goal for Birmingham to beat Midlands rivals Wolves and move into mid-table .
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Didier Drogba scores twice as Chelsea beat Arsenal at Emirates . Chelsea re-open five point lead at the top of the English Premier League . Liverpool beat Everton 2-0 in Merseyside derby to go fifth in standings . Birmingham win 1-0 at Wolves with Lee Bowyer scoring winner .
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Cristiano Ronaldo is in the running to win the FIFA World Player of the Year for a second successive year after being named on a 23-man shortlist for this year 's award . The Portuguese winger , who joined Real Madrid this summer from Manchester United for a world record transfer fee , heads a familiar cast of football 's biggest names ahead of the annual gala in Zurich , Switzerland , on December 21 . Champions League holders Barcelona boast six nominees -- defender Carlos Puyol , midfielders Andres Iniesta and Xavi , and strikers Lionel Messi , Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic . Former Barca star Samuel Eto'o , now playing for Inter Milan , also joins the nominations list . Spain 's La Liga boasts 11 nominees altogether , in addition to the Barcelona contingent there is Valencia 's David Villa , Sevilla 's Luis Fabiano and Real Madrid 's Kaka and Iker Casillas . The English Premier League follows with eight nominees ; England internationals Wayne Rooney , John Terry , Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are among those up for the award . Nominees list : . Michael Ballack -LRB- Germany -RRB- , Gianluigi Buffon -LRB- Italy -RRB- , Iker Casillas -LRB- Spain -RRB- , Cristiano Ronaldo -LRB- Portugal -RRB- , Diego -LRB- Brazil -RRB- , Didier Drogba -LRB- Ivory Coast -RRB- , Michael Essien -LRB- Ghana -RRB- , Samuel Eto'o -LRB- Cameroon -RRB- , Steven Gerrard -LRB- England -RRB- , Thierry Henry -LRB- France -RRB- , Zlatan Ibrahimovic -LRB- Sweden -RRB- , Andres Iniesta -LRB- Spain -RRB- , Kaka -LRB- Brazil -RRB- , Frank Lampard -LRB- England -RRB- , Luis Fabiano -LRB- Brazil -RRB- , Lionel Messi -LRB- Argentina -RRB- , Carles Puyol -LRB- Spain -RRB- , Franck Ribery -LRB- France -RRB- , Wayne Rooney -LRB- England -RRB- , John Terry -LRB- England -RRB- , Fernando Torres -LRB- Spain -RRB- , David Villa -LRB- Spain -RRB- , Xavi -LRB- Spain -RRB- .
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FIFA announce list of nominations for the World Player of the Year award . The annual ceremony takes place in Zurich , Switzerland on December 21 . Reigning holder Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid nominated once again .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro is rejoining Juventus after three years at Real Madrid , the Serie A club announced on their Web site on Tuesday . Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro won two Primera Liga titles during his three-year stay at Real Madrid . News of Cannavaro 's return comes less than 24 hours after the Turin-based club sacked coach Claudio Ranieri and replaced him with former player and youth coach Ciro Ferrara . The 35-year-old Cannavaro was voted world player of the year after leading Italy to World Cup glory in 2006 and has helped Real to achieve two title triumphs during his stay in Spain . Cannavaro was in Italy on Monday for a charity match and told the Juventus Web site : `` I am happy to have returned to Turin and to have the opportunity to wear the black and white jersey again . `` I am sorry that for a section of the fans the anger for having been transferred is greater then the appreciation for the glorious seasons which we lived together . `` I am sure that I can convince the most sceptical through my work , professionalism and the passion with which I will face this new adventure '' . Defender Cannavaro won two scudetti with Juventus , in 2005 and 2006 , while the side are currently fighting to clinch third place behind champions Inter and their city rivals AC Milan . His one-year contract will come into force as from the start of July and club official Alessio Secco enthused : `` Fabio is a world champion , a golden ball winner and a great team-spirit builder . `` During the Summer of 2006 the club was forced to sell him due to great economic necessities . `` This year we took advantage of the natural expiration of Cannavaro 's contract to bring him back to Turin and we are sure that his technical abilities will help Juventus become more competitive '' . Cannavaro left Juventus after the club had been relegated to Serie B following the match-fixing allegations that rocked Italian football . He was born in Naples and played for them for three seasons before joining Parma where he won the UEFA Cup and two Italian Cups over a seven year period from 1995 . Cannavaro , who has 124 caps for Italy , left Parma to join Inter Milan in 2002 but after only two seasons moved on to Juventus . New coach Ferrara is determined to take Juve straight into next season 's Champions League group stage and said on Monday : `` I think the players need to understand that we 're in a tight spot . `` They need to rediscover the right motivation to tackle our last two matches with the right attitude . The players need to rediscover their pride and the right motivation . ''
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Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro rejoining Juve after three years at Real Madrid . News comes less than 24 hours after the club sacked coach Claudio Ranieri . Defender Cannavaro , 35 , won two scudetti with Juventus , in 2005 and 2006 .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko expects to play for AC Milan next season . The Bosnian international , whose 26 goals last season inspired the Wolves to the Bundesliga title , has already informed his club he intends to move to the San Siro outfit . `` I recently spoke to Wolfsburg executives about it and they know that I would like a transfer next summer , '' Dzeko told Gazzetta dello Sport . `` The story with AC Milan is not over . '' Dzeko was strongly linked with the Rossoneri last summer but despite AC Milan holding talks with the Bundesliga side , Wolfsburg refused to sell their top player . The 23-year-old , who also attracted interest from Manchester United , insists his dream is to play with the Serie A giants . `` Manchester United have also shown an interest but I have been a fan of Milan since I was a child , when I watched their games on TV . It 's for that reason that I really hope I can play next season there . '' Dzeko is under contract with the German side until June 2013 .
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Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko expects to join AC Milan for next season . The Bosnian international has already informed his club he intends to move to Italy . The 23-year-old scored 26 goals last season to inspire the Wolves to the Bundesliga title .
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New Haven , Connecticut -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A Connecticut doctor whose wife and two daughters were killed in a 2007 home invasion took the stand Tuesday to testify against one of the accused killers , recalling horrific details of being beaten and tied up by his alleged captors while fearing for the well-being of his family . William Petit , testifying on the trial 's second day in New Haven Superior Court , calmly relayed to an attentive jury the events leading up the invasion . Prosecutors allege that Steven Hayes , 47 , and Joshua Komisarjevsky , 30 , broke into the Petit family 's home in July 2007 . The men are said to have beaten up Petit , strangled his 48-year-old wife , Jennifer Hawke-Petit , and set the home ablaze . The couple 's two daughters , Hayley , 17 , and Michaela , 11 , died of smoke inhalation . The two paroled felons are charged with capital murder , kidnapping , sexual assault , burglary and arson . They both could face the death penalty if convicted . Hayes is accused of raping Hawke-Petit , and prosecutors have charged Komisarjevsky , who will be tried separately , with sexually assaulting Petit 's 11-year-old daughter . July 22 , 2007 , began with Petit , his wife and Michaela attending church , Petit testified Tuesday . Hayley was just returning home that day from a weekend visiting with friends . Petit then played golf with his father while the girls went to the beach . The plan , Petit said , was for Michaela to help her mother cook dinner that night . `` Michaela loved to cook , '' said Petit , who was wearing a heart-shaped Petit Family Foundation pin on his lapel . The family finished dinner and the girls settled into the family room to watch `` Army Wives '' ; Petit fell asleep in the sun room while reading the Sunday paper , he said . The next thing he remembers , he said , was `` thinking or feeling ` ow , ow , ow ! ' '' as blood ran from a gash on his head . `` I sort of awoke in a daze . ... The next thing I knew I was seated on the middle of the sofa , with my head down -LRB- and -RRB- there was something warm running down the side of my face , '' he testified . `` I saw two people standing in front of the sofa , one in front and one slightly to the rear ... and the one in the rear holding a gun , down and to his side . '' While Petit said he could not clearly see the gun , he could see its form and shape , adding that `` it appeared to resemble a 9 mm semiautomatic gun . '' Prosecutor Michael Dearington produced a gun as evidence and Petit confirmed `` that gun is consistent with the shape of the gun I saw . '' Petit testified that the suspects told him to lie down on the couch `` and tied my hands at the wrists and my feet at the ankles '' and covered his head with an unidentifiable piece of fabric . `` I heard one of them say , ` If he moves , put two bullets into him , '' he added . Eventually , the suspects led him , with his head still covered , to the basement . `` I heard nothing from Jennifer , Hayley or Michaela . ... I did not know where they were in the house , for the most part , '' he said . Once he was taken to the basement , Petit was bound to a support pole by a rope around his chest and waist , his hands still bound with plastic zip ties . `` I would sort of go in and out of it , and slide down the pole , '' he testified . `` My body weight sliding down made my body feel better . ... Eventually I was able to get the rope on my hands untied , and break the plastic . But I was not able to undo my feet . '' Petit recalled that earlier in the ordeal , one of the suspects asked where the family kept their safe . `` I said we had no safe , '' he testified , adding that `` much later on , I heard Jennifer ... say that she would need to get dressed and need her checkbook or my checkbook to go to the bank . '' A bank teller at a local Bank of America branch testified Monday that Hawke-Petit asked to withdraw $ 15,000 , telling the woman she needed the money `` because she and her family were being held hostage at her house . '' Petit said that for the most part `` it was very quiet '' while he was trapped in the basement , but at one point he heard `` three loud noises , like someone was throwing 20 - or 30-pound sacks on the living room floor . '' `` I heard moaning and the thumps , and may have yelled out ` hey ! ' '' he said . `` And a voice yelled , ` Do n't worry , it 'll be all right in a couple of minutes . ' But there was definitely a change of voice ... more sinister . '' Fearing for his family 's safety , Petit , still bound by his feet , hopped to the basement door . `` I just thought time was of the essence , and I needed to get help , '' he said , telling how he hopped up the basement stairs and headed to the house of his neighbor , Dave Simcik . `` I started to crawl , but that was n't very efficient , so I started to roll -- the whole time I was yelling ` Dave , Dave ! ' ... I rolled over , with my feet still tied , banging on his garage door , hoping he would hear . The garage door went up , and Dave said ` Can I help you , sir ? ' , and I said ` Dave , it 's me , Bill , call 911 ! ' '' Petit said police arrived moments after he made it to the Simcik house . He said officers asked him who was in his house , and he replied , `` the girls , the girls . '' Petit said he recalled hearing a `` whoosh '' sound shortly after one of the men in the house yelled to him `` do n't worry , it will all be over soon , '' though he said he did not smell smoke or see flames once he was out of the house . After the ambulance arrived , he was taken to a hospital . In all , Petit said , he lost between five and seven pints of blood . Prosecutors say the suspects put gasoline in several plastic gallon-size jugs found at the house -- originally filled with windshield washer fluid -- to start the fire in the home . The only other witness Tuesday was police Sgt. Phillip Giampietro , who testified that he was working at `` an extra job '' on the morning of the home invasion when he received word `` that there was a possible home invasion/hostage situation . '' Giampietro described seeing `` activity in the driveway at one point , '' and then the Petit 's vehicle `` quickly backed down the driveway . '' The Chrysler Pacifica escaped after hitting an unmarked police car and running over a stone wall . Giampietro identified the passenger in the vehicle as Hayes . The sergeant said the Pacifica took off `` at a high rate of speed '' and that `` shortly after it disappeared , I heard a crash . '' Giampietro said he and other officers tried to enter the home at that point , but were unable to do so because of the intense smoke , heat and fire . `` There was so much fire and so much heat the -LSB- window -RSB- panes were disintegrating and falling onto the ground , '' he said . In an odd twist Tuesday afternoon , a male juror was dismissed after telling the courtroom that he 's `` confused by the presentation of the state 's case , and what seems to be a lack of preparation on their part . '' Prosecutors filed a motion for his dismissal and Judge Jon C. Blue granted the motion to objections from the defense . In issuing his ruling , Blue said that the juror `` is in such a state of agitation that I 'm worried about the contamination of the jury . ... This is an extraordinary occurrence . ''
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NEW : Police sergeant says he saw Hayes fleeing the scene . Juror dismissed after expressing concerns to court . William Petit 's wife and two daughters were killed in a 2007 home invasion . Petit testified on the second day of trial Tuesday .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Dutch international Ryan Babel has threatened to leave English Premier League side Liverpool unless he is picked to play in more games by his manager Rafa Benitez . The 22-year-old has told British newspaper The Sun he feels his career has stalled since his move to Anfield , and if the situation does not improve soon he will seek a transfer in January 's European transfer window . Babel said that he had told Benitez about his feelings but the situation remained unresolved : `` I have tried to talk to the manager but it is n't of any use . I could n't really do anything with the feedback -LSB- he -RSB- gave me . How well is Benitez performing in the battle of the managerial mind games ? `` We have agreed to look at my situation during the winter . If there 's no improvement then , I have to be honest , I -LSB- will -RSB- want to play somewhere else . I do n't play a lot so I ca n't be happy and I ca n't cheer out loud . `` Certain emotions are blocked , they are pushed back by all the worries I carry with me . Sometimes I wonder how long I can sustain it but I will fight for my position - what else can I do ? '' he added . Babel 's demands come as his side prepare for a crucial away match against Hungarian side Debrecen on Tuesday , in the European Champions League . The five-time former European champions need to win their game and hope Group E rivals Lyon are not beaten by Fiorentina to qualify for the final 16 , or else face being dumped out of the world 's most lucrative club competition . Failure in Europe could increase calls for Benitez to be replaced as Liverpool 's current position of seventh in the Premier League has disappointed many fans . Benitez has injury problems to contend with too ; Babel , who scored a against Lyon in their last European encounter , Fernando Torres and Albert Riera are all sidelined . However , the under pressure boss remained positive before the game in a pre-match press conference : `` The last time we qualified it was amazing , '' said Benitez . `` We did it in a good way with four goals against Porto , four goals against Marseille and eight against Besiktas . `` It will be difficult , but we have to do our job , win against Debrecen and then look at Lyon 's result . Lyon know that qualifying first is an incentive , it will be good for their confidence and they will get some money too . `` Lyon have this incentive and they are a good team . If we can play against Fiorentina with options it will be fantastic . '' Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher also remained upbeat : `` We always believe at this club that we can do special things . We have done it in the past and we know we can do it again , '' he told reporters . `` We have got ourselves into a bit of a hole and hopefully we can get out of it . It has been done before and we know we can do it again , '' he added . Tuesday 's European Champions League fixtures : . Rubin v Dynamo Arsenal v Standard Liege AZ v Olympiacos Barcelona v Inter Milan Debrecen v Liverpool Fiorentina v Lyon Rangers v Stuttgart Unirea Urziceni v Sevilla .
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Ryan Babel has threatened to leave English Premier League side Liverpool . The Dutch international says unless he plays more games he will move in January . Under-pressure manager Rafa Benitez is hoping results go his way to keep Liverpool in the Champions League . Liverpool currently lie seventh in the English Premier League .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Samuel Eto'o were both kept under wraps by their former team-mates as Inter Milan held Champions League holders Barcelona to a dour Group F goalless draw at the San Siro . Thierry Henry -LRB- left -RRB- finds no way past Javier Zanetti as Inter Milan and Barcelona cancel each other out . The quick return of the two strikers to their old clubs dominated talk in the build-up to the match but neither player , or anyone else for that matter , was able to find the breakthrough as defences came out on top . The visitors had the better of the chances , with Lionel Messi skipping inside two defenders forcing goalkeeper Julio Cesar into a fine save in the opening minute . Seven minutes later Ibrahimovic had a decent chance to net against his former employers when he got in behind the Inter defence , but his subsequent shot was poor . Messi had another effort soon after , his header being comfortably saved by Cesar , before Inter had their first sight of goal when Maicon fired over from 20 yards out . Barca were back in the ascendancy towards the end of the half , and Seydou Keita missed the best chance of the period four minutes before the break . Xavi 's chip found Dani Alves inside the area , and he drew out Cesar before laying the ball back to Keita with most of the goal to aim for . However , the Mali international fired wide of the far post to let Inter off the hook . Barca survived a sare in the 65th minute when Dejan Stankovic fired just over from outside the box , before Messi , put the ball over the bar from six yards out for Barca after latching onto Thierry Henry 's driven cross-shot . Barca then had a loud penalty appeal turned down , believing Stankovic had handled in the area , but those claims fell on deaf ears and the Catalan giants were forced to settle for a draw . Meanwhile , in the other group match , Dynamo Kiev scored three goals in the final 20 minutes as they came from behind to beat Russian debutants Rubin Kazan 3-1 . The visitors took a shock 25th-minute lead when Alejandro Dominguez lashed a free-kick into the top left-hand corner of the net . Kiev had to wait until the 70th minute to equalize when Ayiila Yussuf rose to head home Junior Gerson Magrao 's corner . Nine minutes later , Kiev went ahead when Andrei Shevchenko 's pass found Magrao to fire home -- and Kiev made the three points safe with five minutes remaining when Oleg Gusev lashed home a right-footed shot . In Group E , both Liverpool and Lyon won their opening home matches 1-0 against Hungarian side Debrecen and Fiorentina of Italy respectively . At Anfield , Dirk Kuyt 's 12th goal in 35 Champions League games gave the Premier League side a hard-fought victory . The Dutchman is now Liverpool 's third-highest scorer in the competition 's history after he forced the ball home after goalkeeper Vukasin Poleksic had palmed out a Fernando Torres drive . In Lyon , the home side made a winning start to their campaign with a narrrow win over a 10-man Fiorentina side who had striker Alberto Gilardino sent off at the end of the first-half for elbowing Jeremy Toulalan . Miralem Pjanic scored the winner from close range in the 76th minute after Fiorentina goalkeeper Sebastien Frey had kept out Kim Kallstrom 's cross .
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Inter Milan and holders Barcelona draw 0-0 at San Siro in opening Group F tie . Dynamo Kiev fight back from goal a goal behind to defeat Rubin Kazan 3-1 . Liverpool and Lyon open their Group E accounts with 1-0 wins respectively .
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-LRB- CNN Student News -RRB- -- January 18 , 2011 . Download PDF maps related to today 's show : . • Tucson , Arizona • Tunisia • Athens , Georgia . Transcript . THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT . THIS COPY MAY NOT BE IN ITS FINAL FORM AND MAY BE UPDATED . CARL AZUZ , CNN STUDENT NEWS ANCHOR : I 'm Carl Azuz and this is CNN Student News ! We 're back from the long weekend and ready to kick off 10 minutes of commercial-free headlines . We start in the U.S. state of Arizona . First Up : Arizona Shooting . AZUZ : U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords could be released from a hospital there in just days or weeks . Congresswoman Giffords was one of the victims of the shooting attack in Tucson , Arizona earlier this month . On Sunday , doctors upgraded her condition from critical to serious , so that 's a step in the right direction . Hundreds of people took to the streets on Sunday to participate in a `` Walk for Peace . '' Organizers said they wanted to honor the victims of the shooting and find a way to help bring the community together . Some congressional leaders from both parties are trying to come together in their own way , starting with something small : sitting together at the State of the Union address . This is the speech that the president gives to Congress every year . And what you see in these pictures is last year 's State of the Union address . You notice that one section is standing , while another is sitting ? That 's because Republicans and Democrats usually do n't sit together during these speeches . This year , though , you might see a different seating arrangement . Junior Theater Festival . AZUZ : This weekend , here in Atlanta , a cast of thousands got together for the Junior Theater Festival . The event celebrates the performing arts . It takes place the same weekend as Martin Luther King Day . In recognition of his dream , students at the festival had the chance to talk about their dreams . Listen to what they had to say . KATE HILSCHER , STUDENT : I have a dream that some day kids will have a bigger voice in their communities . I feel like kids have a lot to say , but it 's often not heard by the adults around them . QWANIKWIA HICKLEN , STUDENT : My dream is to become an endangered species specialist and help save a kind that 's dying off slowly . ELIZABETH RENEGAR , STUDENT : A few of my dreams are to adopt a child from a foreign country and give them a home , a lot better home than they could 've had . CASEY TAYLOR , STUDENT : One of my dreams is to possibly design and run lighting for large theatrical productions . Martin Luther King Jr. was a great man and inspired me and many other people for wonderful dreams . AZUZ : Not the only way that people paid tribute to the civil rights leader this weekend . As Samantha Hayes reported yesterday , Americans all across the country took part in community service projects and honored Dr. King 's legacy . -LRB- BEGIN VIDEO -RRB- . SAMANTHA HAYES , CNN CORRESPONDENT , WASHINGTON , D.C. : At a Washington , D.C. middle school , President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama worked with a mentoring program on a service project , a Martin Luther King Day tradition for the first family . U.S. PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA : Michelle and I and the girls are extraordinarily proud that each year on Martin Luther King 's birthday , this is how we celebrate , is making sure that we 're giving a little something back to the community . HAYES : It 's been nearly 43 years since the civil rights leader was assassinated at a hotel in Memphis before a protest march . In Atlanta , not far from King 's childhood home , family members laid flowers at the gravesite where King and his wife Coretta Scott King are buried . Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Martin Luther King holiday . In 1994 , Congress designated it a national day of service . Jesse Jackson , who was with King at the time of his death , says his dream has not been fully realized . REV. JESSE JACKSON , RAINBOWPUSH COALITION : He would be delighted to know we 've come to a higher level of socialization enough to vote for each other across lines of race , gender and religion . And so , President Barack Obama is in Washington today as head of state . He would find delight in that . But then on the other hand , the issue of violence , the shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords , it simply illuminates , we pray to God for her recovery , but it illuminates just how much more violent we 've become . HAYES : Back in the nation 's capital , a memorial honoring Dr. Martin Luther King is scheduled for completion later this year . For CNN Student News , I 'm Samantha Hayes . -LRB- END VIDEO -RRB- . I.D. Me . TOMEKA JONES , CNN STUDENT NEWS : See if you can I.D. Me ! I 'm a country located in northern Africa between Algeria and Libya . I got my independence from France in the 1950s . My capital city is Tunis . I 'm Tunisia , and I 'm home to around 10.5 million people . Protests in Tunisia . AZUZ : Tunisia is forming a new government that 'll be responsible for leading the country to new elections . All of this is coming after weeks of riots and protests . People are upset about bad living conditions , high unemployment and accusations of government corruption . There 's been fighting between protesters and police . And the Tunisian president -- who 'd been president for 23 years -- was forced out of power . Why does this matter to America ? Well , for one , the U.S. and Tunisia are close allies , especially when it comes to fighting terrorists . Another concern : Before all of this started , Tunisia was considered a pretty safe and stable country . Some experts argue that what 's happening in Tunisia could inspire similar protests in other countries . What 's the Word ? JOHN LISK , CNN STUDENT NEWS : What 's the Word ? a type of financial aid that students earn through academic achievement . SCHOLARSHIP . That 's the word ! Funding Free Tuition . AZUZ : Well , here in Georgia , we have something called the HOPE Scholarship . It 's for students who do well in high school and go to college in state . But the scholarship is facing some potential challenges . Kyra Phillips heads to Athens and my alma mater -- the University of Georgia -- to look at how HOPE has helped , and why the scholarship could be in trouble . -LRB- BEGIN VIDEO -RRB- . DANYELLE REYNOLDS , UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA JUNIOR : Go Dawgs ! KYRA PHILLIPS , CNN ANCHOR : University of Georgia junior Danyelle Reynolds beams with school pride . She is a Georgia Bulldog through and through . She 's also a HOPE scholarship recipient , and that means she does n't pay a dime toward tuition . REYNOLDS : Initially , I was actually looking at going out of state . But once I saw the numbers of out-of-state at some schools and then paying in-state and not having to pay for that tuition , so just paying for housing and books and some of the fees , it was really a no-brainer . PHILLIPS : A no-brainer to more than a million Georgia students who have taken advantage of the scholarship since it was introduced in 1993 . Here 's how it works : Earn a 3.0 grade point average in an in-state high school and maintain your grades at college . Amounts vary , but some students can get up to $ 6,000 a year for tuition , fees and books at any eligible Georgia university or technical school . It 's funded by the state lottery , but demand is high and more money is going out than coming in . Lawmakers are dipping into reserves , scrambling to cover costs . And Georgia 's new Republican governor says something needs to change . GOV. NATHAN DEAL , -LRB- R -RRB- GEORGIA : I am dedicated to honoring the promise that has been made to our students through HOPE and will work with the general assembly to tailor the program to the financial realities that we face today . PHILLIPS : Other legislatures in other parts of the country are watching for Georgia 's next move . More than a dozen other states modeled their own scholarship programs on HOPE . Many of them are now caught in the same kind of budget crunch . NANCY MCDUFF , ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT , UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA ADMISSIONS & ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT : I do n't know that any other program is identical to what we have in Georgia , nor has it been around as long and had a chance to grow . So , they 're watching us carefully , and we 're hoping that we 'll be able to to preserve this so that students and families will be as impacted as least as possible given the current economic situation . PHILLIPS : Spend a day in this college town , and you 'll be hard pressed to find a Georgia student who has n't benefited from HOPE . Freshman Lindsey Harris says the opportunity has been a life-changer . LINDSEY HARRIS , COLLEGE FRESHMAN : It 's pretty much the only way I was going to be able to go to college . PHILLIPS : And unfortunately , her family is n't banking on the scholarship for the younger siblings . AMY HARRIS , LINDSEY HARRIS 'S MOTHER : I 've got a 10-year-old also and 5-year-old . I 'm not really counting on HOPE being there in eight years or 13 years for them . -LRB- END VIDEO -RRB- . Promo . AZUZ : Want to expand your geographic genius ? You know you do . Our downloadable maps : just what you 're looking for . You can go to CNNStudentNews.com every day and use these free resources to help you pinpoint locations in the headlines , like today 's maps for Athens , Tucson and Tunisia . They 're always free , always at CNNStudentNews.com ! Before We Go . AZUZ : And before we go , we have a truly memorable musical performance for you . ELIZABETH HUGHES , 8-YEAR-OLD NATIONAL ANTHEM SINGER : The bombs bursting in air , gave proof ... AZUZ : Eight-year-old Elizabeth Hughes did n't quit singing ; her microphone quit working . It died partway through her performance of the national anthem . She never stopped singing . And eventually ... she got some help . The crowd came to the rescue ! And the awesome anthem was captured in this YouTube video . Goodbye . AZUZ : Of course , the video has turned Elizabeth into a bit of a star . She certainly is a bright spot . You know , like a spangle . And it 's easy to see why after that banner performance . Star ... Spangle ... and Banner . Well , we 'll wave goodbye and see you tomorrow . For CNN Student News , I 'm Carl Azuz .
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Learn about a possible seating change for the State of the Union address . Hear how some Americans honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. . Consider the challenges facing a scholarship program in the state of Georgia . Use the Daily Discussion to help students understand today 's featured news stories .
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-LRB- CNN Student News -RRB- -- January 19 , 2011 . Download PDF maps related to today 's show : . • Pakistan • Haiti • Somalia . Transcript . THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT . THIS COPY MAY NOT BE IN ITS FINAL FORM AND MAY BE UPDATED . CARL AZUZ , CNN STUDENT NEWS ANCHOR : A former dictator shows back up in his home country 25 years after he was forced out of power . What happened ? We have the answer in today 's edition of CNN Student News ! First Up : Pakistan Quake . AZUZ : First up , an early-morning earthquake hits Pakistan . This happened around 1:30 a.m. local time on Wednesday in a remote area in southwestern Pakistan . Officials said the quake had an initial magnitude of 7.2 . That would mean it was a `` major '' quake . There were reports that it lasted 20 or 30 seconds . One scientist said it 's not uncommon for earthquakes to hit this region . China & U.S. Relationship . AZUZ : Well , the leaders of the world 's two largest economies get together in Washington , D.C. We 're talking about President Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao . The Chinese leader is in the U.S. for a visit . The two presidents are scheduled to sit down today to talk about some of the issues that are important to both nations . President Hu landed in Washington yesterday . In addition to President Obama , the Chinese leader is scheduled to sit down with leaders in Congress and business executives . The issue of trade is likely to come up at all of those meetings . The U.S. and Chinese economies are connected in a lot of ways , and each country has had some complaints about the other one 's policies . Jill Dougherty has more for us on the connections between the U.S. and China and the current status of the relationship between these two world powers . -LRB- BEGIN VIDEO -RRB- . JILL DOUGHERTY , CNN FOREIGN AFFAIRS CORRESPONDENT : Two nations oceans apart , locked in a complex relationship that will help chart the 21st century . HILLARY CLINTON , U.S. SECRETARY OF STATE : Today , our relationship has gone global . We debate and discuss nearly every major international issue . DOUGHERTY : Friends or rivals ? A former deputy secretary of state says for the U.S. , China is both . RICHARD ARMITAGE , FORMER DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE : They are a factor of life as the second largest economy in the world , by every measure , whether it 's political , social , economic , and for that matter security . And furthermore , they have very key interests of their own in areas that are extraordinarily important to us . DOUGHERTY : Spin the globe and you see China 's growing competition with the U.S. for access and influence . From Africa , where China craves oil and other resources , to Latin America , in search of commodities and alternatives to its heavy investment in the U.S. For many Americans , China , for years , has meant bargains . But increasingly , China means jobs for Americans at home . U.S. TREASURY SECRETARY TIMOTHY GEITHNER : Our exports to China are growing at twice the rate of growth of our exports to the rest of the world . These exports support hundreds of thousands of jobs across the nation in all sectors . U.S. DEFENSE SECRETARY ROBERT GATES : We welcome a China that plays a constructive role on the world stage . DOUGHERTY : Yet China 's burgeoning military power is stoking concern in Asia and the U.S. GATES : But questions about its intentions and opaque military modernization program have been a source of concern to its neighbors . DOUGHERTY : Washington says with power comes responsibility . For now , China looks outward , mostly to benefit itself . ARMITAGE : China 's outreach , I believe , in the main is based on what they perceive is their economic and political interest . However , it is the case that this compels them on occasion to deal with what we consider pariah regimes . DOUGHERTY : The U.S. really needs China 's help in pressing Iran and North Korea on their nuclear programs . But on every world issue , from terrorism to climate change to piracy on the high seas , Washington also looks to Beijing . CLINTON : Embracing the obligations that come with being a 21st century power will help to realize a future that will give the Chinese people even more , in fact , unimagined opportunities . But that means accepting a share of the burden of solving common problems , . DOUGHERTY : And that , Clinton argues , includes respecting human rights , releasing political prisoners and protecting ethnic minorities in Tibet . -LRB- END VIDEO -RRB- . Health Care Repeal ? AZUZ : Moving on to our next story today . The U.S. House of Representatives , there 's a vote scheduled today to repeal , or overturn , the controversial health care reform law . During last year 's midterm election campaigns , a lot of Republicans said they 'd try to overturn the law if they were elected . They won a majority in the House , so this vote is a way for them to keep that promise . Most people though -- including most Republicans -- do n't expect the health care law to be completely overturned . That 's because an outright repeal has to be passed by the House and the Senate , and Democrats have a majority in the U.S. Senate . Shoutout . STAN CASE , CNN STUDENT NEWS : Today 's first Shoutout goes out to Mr. Ireland and Ms. Van Gelder 's class at Palo Verde High School in Tucson , Arizona ! Jean-Claude `` Baby Doc '' Duvalier is a former dictator of what country ? Is it : A -RRB- Algeria , B -RRB- Cuba , C -RRB- France or D -RRB- Haiti ? You 've got three seconds -- GO ! Duvalier ruled Haiti for 15 years ; he was forced out of the country in 1986 . That 's your answer and that 's your Shoutout ! `` Baby Doc '' Returns . AZUZ : `` Baby Doc '' Duvalier is back in Haiti this week . He showed up in the Caribbean nation on Sunday . Yesterday , he was taken into custody while authorities decided whether or not to officially arrest him . Human rights groups say that while Duvalier was in power , thousands of Haitians were killed or tortured . He was also accused of taking money from the country 's treasury . No one 's really sure why `` Baby Doc '' -- he 's the person waving -- returned to Haiti . One of his associates said it was connected to the anniversary of last year 's earthquake . Duvalier was given control of the country by his father , who was known as `` Papa Doc . '' That 's how the younger Duvalier got the nickname `` Baby Doc . '' Shoutout Extra Credit . TOMEKA JONES , CNN STUDENT NEWS : Time for a Shoutout Extra Credit ! Which of these countries is part of the Horn of Africa ? You know what to do ! Is it : A -RRB- Somalia , B -RRB- Liberia , C -RRB- Tunisia or D -RRB- Namibia ? Rewind the clock to three seconds -- GO ! Of these options , only Somalia is part of the Horn of Africa . That 's your answer and that 's your Shoutout Extra Credit ! Pirate Proof . AZUZ : The area around the Horn of Africa , specifically , the waters off the coast of Somalia , is home to more pirate attacks than anywhere else in the world . That 's according to a new report that found 2010 was the worst year ever for piracy worldwide . Zain Verjee looks at some of the ways companies and governments can protect themselves from pirates . -LRB- BEGIN VIDEO -RRB- . ZAIN VERJEE , CNN CORRESPONDENT : The hope is this can ward off pirates . It may seem laughable , but mannequins posing as guards in the dead of night could fool pirates and force them to flee . There are other tactics , as one NATO commander tells me . LARRY TRIM , NATO COMMANDER : Barbed wire , perhaps , around their ship . They have extra lookouts posted to look for Somali pirates . They have a routine where they can find fire flares , water hoses , etc. . VERJEE : Warships try to stop pirates before they hit major shipping lanes like the Gulf of Aden . The captain would have seen a skiff out there and then ordered out the Marines to go and deal with the pirates . TRIM : We take away their equipment . We take away their mother ships , which is damaging to them , and then send them back to shore . VERJEE : In Mombasa , Kenya , the Greek commander of this warship supports operations around Somalia for the European Naval Force , EU NAVFOR . He tells me what 's tough . CAPTAIN VASILEIOS EFSTATHIOU , EU NAVAL FORCE SOMALIA : The area is really huge . The area of operation is equal about the size of the United States . VERJEE : Just compare the size here . A powerful warship like this one , completely outfitted with weapons and technology , is chasing around boats smaller than the size of this one out on the Indian Ocean . Deep in a building in central London , one private , maritime security firm has got a bird 's - eye view . They 're watching feeds , tracking vessels and weather patterns . RAURI DOWDS , MARITIME UNDERWATER SECURITY CONSULTANCY : We analyze them to try and create a picture of what 's real and what 's not . VERJEE : They help steer ships in real time , sometimes to rougher waters where small pirate skiffs ca n't operate . DOWDS : We always consider factors such as rainfall and most importantly the wind . VERJEE : Everyone I speak to tells me there 's only one real solution for Somalia . That 's not on the sea , but on the shore , where only a government that works can control its people . For now , as Somali pirates plan attacks , real men , and , oh , let 's call them reinforcements , patrol the high seas hoping ships pass safely . -LRB- END VIDEO -RRB- . Before We Go . AZUZ : We have another singing sensation for today 's Before We Go segment . Maestro , please take your seat . A quick look to make sure that the audience is paying attention . And now , you make sure you have the perfect pitch , and let the performance begin . Something tells me this wo n't earn a standing ovation . The crooning canine 's owners say he practices at the piano three or four times every day . It sounds painful ! Goodbye . AZUZ : But I guess after a while , they just learned tune him out . Luckily , they 're music and dog lovers . Otherwise , that little guy might be flat . We hope you 'll note that CNN Student News returns tomorrow , when we pitch out more commercial-free headlines . Bye bye !
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Find out what topic is likely to come up as China 's leader visits the U.S. Hear about a former Haitian dictator 's surprising return to his country . Consider some of the ways that companies and governments fight piracy . Use the Daily Discussion to help students understand today 's featured news stories .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Despite international calls for calm and negotiations , Albania 's ruling government continued Saturday to levy sharply-worded rhetoric against its opposition and arrested 113 people following a massive Friday protest that turned violent , state-run media reported . Those arrested were charged with confronting riot police and destroying property during Friday 's demonstration in Tirana , a city police spokeswoman told reporters , according to the state-run ATA news agency . Three protesters were killed -- all shot at close range , according to Tirana Military Hospital emergency chief Sami Koceku . The clashes left at least 35 civilians and 27 police hurt , the state-run TVSH network reported . `` Yesterday was a terrible day for Albania , '' U.S. Ambassador Alexander Arvizu said Saturday . `` There were no winners . There were only losers . '' The opposition Socialist Party claimed , on its website , that around 250,000 people had gathered outside Prime Minister Sali Berisha 's office to implore him to resign . Some protesters threw stones and Molotov cocktails at the more than 1,000 police at the scene , who used water cannon to disperse the crowd . The Socialist Party blamed police for provoking protesters by using the water tanks and tear gas . But on Saturday , Berisha again accused his rival Edi Rama , Tirana 's mayor and the Socialist Party head , of spearheading the violence . He claimed that demonstrators were trying to takeover the prime minister 's office , parliament and cabinet ministries . `` Those behind the putsch and bandits will receive the deserved punishment , '' he told reporters , according to ATA . `` No force in this world can take over the democratic institutions of Albania , a NATO member country . '' Earlier this month , in an interview quoted in a Socialist Party newsletter , Rama reiterated long-standing claims that Berisha 's ruling Democratic Party had rigged the June 2009 election . `` Are there any Albanians who have not yet understood that -LRB- Berisha -RRB- stole the elections in order to rob Albania ? '' he said . The country 's supreme court determined that the elections were valid , and the ballots were burned by the Central Election Commission . The Socialist Party boycotted Albania 's parliament between September 2009 and February 2010 , according to the U.S. State Department . Reconciliation efforts since then have been unsuccessful , with opposition parties continuing to push hard against the Democrats in alleging corruption . The tensions escalated in the past two weeks , after a former government minister sent the media a secret recording that allegedly documented an illicit back-room deal . In addition to the increasingly pointed , accusatory barbs between Rama and Berisha , personal slurs marred a parliamentary session this week meant to settle governmental changes following the resignation of a minister central to that video . On Friday , Berisha vowed that there would `` be no early elections '' and that `` general elections will be held in 2013 , '' a rebuttal to a proposal being pushed by the opposition . Such entrenched stances , the strong language and Friday 's violence came as diplomats outside Albania continued to push for a peaceful solution to a southern European nation 's stalemate . Rama , then the nation 's president , was the focus of the last such severe unrest in 1997 , when angry mobs protested voting irregularities and government-backed Ponzi schemes that plunged Albania into near anarchy . Albania 's current president , Bamir Topi , met Saturday with prominent U.S. , U.K. and European diplomats . A day earlier , he 'd urged all parties to resume talks soon and not to reopen old wounds . `` We have repeatedly urged Albania 's political leaders to search for compromise , '' said Arvizu , one of those who met with Topi . `` When one side -- or both -- insists on maximalist positions that it knows the other side can not accept , I 'm sorry , that 's not compromise . Resolving political differences through street battles is also not compromise , and does not reflect the democratic aspirations of Albanians . '' `` It 's time to desist from further provocations , '' he added . `` It 's time to stop the mutual recriminations and name-calling . '' Those remarks echoed similar ones the previous day from the European Union , which has been considering adding Albania as a member . On Saturday , a key member of the EU 's parliament said the recent escalation of tensions could hinder that development . `` I hope that , in this critical moment , the politicians will show maturity and will engage ... in finding a compromise solution , '' said Eduard Kukan of Slovakia . Journalist Altin Raxhimi contributed to this report .
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Police arrest 113 people after Friday 's violent demonstration in Tirana , a spokeswoman says . Albania 's PM has accused the Socialist Party head of targeting him and fomenting violence . The opposition blames the government and says the PM 's party rigged the last election . The U.S. ambassador retirates calls for compromise to resolve the political stalemate .
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SYDNEY , Australia -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- 1 . I owe my success to ... my father and mother . My mother instilled a love of music and had all of her seven children taught a musical instrument . My father put family first but worked very , very hard . Paul Field , managing director of `` The Wiggles '' 2 . The most inspirational book I have read is `` Psalms ; Songs of The Way Home '' by Paul Glynn . 3 . The best advice I ever received was `` The best thing a man can do for his children is to love their mother . '' 4 . The advice I wish I 'd had would have been not to worry so much about what others think . Though at times , this has been a great motivator . 5 . The thing that motivates me most is my family and the desire to be better and do better . 6 . The most important lesson that life has taught me is ... that everything is temporary . We suffered the death of our daughter and that has had a profound influence on how I view life . 7 . I could n't live without love and music ! 8 . The person I most admire is my wife . 9 . In another life I would have been a roadie for The Rolling Stones -LRB- the best view in the house -RRB- . 10 . The worst job I ever had : As a trainee manager for Woolworths I had to open the store for the cleaners at 5 a.m. I was singing in a band at the time and the store manager asked me to choose between retail and rock 'n' roll . He should never have asked !
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Paul Field , managing director of The Wiggles answers poop questionnaire . `` I could n't live without love and music ! '' `` The worst job I ever had : As a trainee manager for Woolworths ''
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- The Wiggles have been officially wiggling for 17 years now , entertaining children with music , television , videos and films that have become modern classics . The Wiggles have been entertaining children with colorful , clean-cut songs since 1991 . In Australia , their annual end of year national tour sells over 120,000 tickets , while their U.S. fans include John Travolta , Sarah Jessica Parker , Matthew Broderick , John Fogarty , Shaquille O'Neal , Chris Rock , Courtney Cox-Arquette and Cate Blanchett . And since 2003 , in addition to their native English , they also wiggle in Mandarin and Spanish , reaching out to the Taiwanese and Latin American public , respectively . Anthony Field , Murray Cook and Greg Page met at Macquarie University in Sydney , Australia , where they were studying early childhood education and writing children 's songs . Together with fellow musician Jeff Fatt , who played with Anthony in the popular 1980s band The Cockroaches , they formed The Wiggles and released a self-titled album on ABC Music in 1991 . Fifteen years and 27 DVD releases later , they had been awarded with 17 Gold , 12 Platinum , 3 Double Platinum and 10 Multi Platinum Awards for sales of over 17 million DVDs and 4 million CDs worldwide . They have also been awarded with Highest Selling Children 's Video Sales in 1995 , 1996 , 1998 and 1999 at the ADSDA Awards . The Wiggles made their U.S. debut at the famous Wall Mart in June 1999 , while performing in shopping mall parking lots . In 2003 they performed 12 sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden in New York City and performed to over 250,000 people in November 2005 . That year also initiated a series of amusement-park openings , from Wiggles World at Dream World on the Gold Coast of Australia , to a second Wiggly Play Centre to be launched in Dallas , Texas , USA .
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Anthony Field , Murray Cook and Greg Page studied early childhood education . Entertain children with music and visuals in English , Mandarin and Spanish . U.S. fans include John Travolta , Sarah Jessica Parker , Chris Rock , Cate Blanchett .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A double from Klass-Jan Huntelaar saw AC Milan warm up for next week 's Champions League clash with Manchester United by defeating Udinese 3-2 at the San Siro , a result that moves them up to second place in the Serie A table . The home side took a seventh minute lead when Dutch international Huntelaar powered home a near post header from Ronaldinho 's superb cross . And in-form Ronaldinho , who has been surprisingly left out of Brazil 's squad for next month 's friendly international against the Republic of Ireland , also set up Alexandre Pato to tap in a second goal six minutes before half time . However , the visitors pulled a goal back on the stroke of half time when Antonio Floro Flores headed home Antonio Di Natale 's cross . But man-of-the-match Ronaldinho helped restore Milan 's two-goal advantage in the 57th minute when his free-kick was flicked on by Massimo Ambrosini , for Huntelaar to score from close range . Di Natale made the last four minutes interesting when firing past goalkeeper Dida , after beating the Milan offside trap , but the home side held on to go above Roma in the table -- eight points behind city rivals Inter . Meanwhile , in the Friday evening German Bundesliga match , Borussia Moenchengladbach beat Nuremberg 2-1 to move up to 11th place in the table .
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Klass-Jan Huntelaar scored twice as AC Milan beat Udinese 3-2 on Friday . The result lifts Milan up to second place in the table , eight points behind leaders Inter . Borussia Moenchengladbach beat Nuremberg 2-1 to move up to 11th in Bundesliga .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- New Sunderland owner Ellis Short insists that he will not interfere on the football side following his takeover of the English Premier League club . Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn , left , and new owner Ellis Short at the club 's final game of the season . The American billionaire will buy out the controlling interest of the Drumaville Consortium headed by club chairman Niall Quinn , upping his stake from 30 % to 100 % . Based in Texas , he has made the North-East club the fourth in the Premier League to have American owners , alongside Aston Villa , Manchester United and Liverpool . His move came hot on the heels of news on Wednesday that Portsmouth owner Alexandre Gaydamak had agreed to sell his club to United Arab Emirates businessman Dr Sulaiman Al Fahim -- who was previously instrumental in the Abu Dhabi United Group 's takeover of Manchester City . Short , who saw Sunderland avoid relegation on the final day of the season last weekend , told the club 's Web site that he will be sticking to the financial side of the business and allowing former Black Cats striker Quinn to deal with football operations . `` Niall runs the club , '' the 48-year-old said . `` Niall is a very smart footballer , very smart about the Premier League and is a wonderful chairman of the club who knows more about football than I ever will , so I will be in the background and Niall will be running the show . `` I will be involved in things like finance . With me coming in , you get all of these other good ingredients that are already in place at the club and can add to that a streamlined decision making process , a streamlined board and with some financial ability to make some moves -- and we think that is the missing piece that this club has needed . '' Short funded Sunderland 's transfer business last summer , with former manager Roy Keane spending large before surprisingly quitting in December after a poor run of results . His replacement Ricky Sbragia stood down last weekend after guiding the team to safety , and Sunderland have now been linked with a move for Wigan boss Steve Bruce . Short said he was prepared to further invest money in new players for next season . `` It 's a very big club with a lot of fans , a big stadium and a lot of revenue -- and when you are in a position where we are , trying to improve it , it takes money , '' he said . `` But if that money is invested wisely , and the personnel decisions that you make are good ones , then I 'm not worried at all . I fully expect that Niall will be able to make good personnel decisions going forward . '' Sunderland announced on Thursday that veteran Dwight Yorke was one of seven players to be released ahead of next season . The 37-year-old Trinidad and Tobago international , who is out of contract , will depart the Stadium of Light along with striker David Connolly , midfielder Arnau Riera , goalkeepers Darren Ward and Nick Colgan and young defenders Peter Hartley and Niall McArdle . Meanwhile , prospective Portsmouth owner Al Fahim has told fans he intends to build a `` great football club '' once his takeover is completed . Pompey have accepted an offer from the Arab property magnate , and a period of due diligence will take place in the next few weeks . `` Everything I have seen makes me sure that we can build a great football club in the years to come , '' he told arabianbusiness.com . `` Portsmouth has incredible history , and its fans are some of the most loyal in the world of football . I look forward not just to working with them , but listening to their views on how they want to take the club forward . `` I am the investor , but this is their club and their community -- and it is a privilege to be taking charge . ''
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New Sunderland owner Ellis Short insists he will not interfere with football matters . American billionaire will leave chairman Niall Quinn to run that side of club . Sunderland release seven players including veteran Dwight Yorke . Portsmouth 's prospective new owner outlines his dreams for the club .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been handed a three-match suspension for his stamp on Arsenal 's Robin Van Persie last weekend . Adebayor has also been charged for his goal celebration in last Saturday 's defeat of Arsenal . The Togo captain decided not to challenge the charge of violent conduct , so received a fast-track punishment from the English Football Association , which means he will miss this weekend 's Manchester derby . The 25-year-old still faces another charge , of improper conduct , relating to City 's 4-2 Premier League victory against his former club on Saturday . Adebayor -- Hero or villain ? Adebayor raced the length of the field at City 's Eastlands stadium to celebrate in front of the visiting Arsenal supporters after scoring the third goal , and was pelted with items including a plastic seat . The hearing for the second charge has yet to be set by the FA . Blog : Adebayor deserves to be banned . The ruling body said in a statement on Thursday : `` A regulatory commission today considered the charge of violent conduct issued against Manchester City 's Emmanuel Adebayor under the fast-track disciplinary procedure following an incident with Robin van Persie during their fixture against Arsenal on September 12 . `` Taking into consideration Mr Adebayor 's acceptance of the charge of violent conduct , the regulatory commission have ordered that he serve a three-match suspension from all football , commencing September 17 . `` A separate charge of improper conduct will be considered at a later date . '' City have until September 30 to indicate whether the club and player will contest the second charge . As well as missing Sunday 's eagerly-awaited trip to Old Trafford to face Premier League champions United , Adebayor will also sit out next Wednesday 's League Cup tie at home to Fulham and the visit by West Ham to Eastlands on September 28 . Adebayor has been a key figure since his $ 41 million summer switch from Arsenal , scoring in each of the club 's first four Premier League games -- two of them being the only goal of the match -- to help the team to a 100 percent record . However , his ugly attack on the grounded Van Persie left his former teammate with facial injuries , and his ill-advised goal celebrations have only further alienated from Arsenal fans -- many of whom were happy that he left after the player publicly courted Barcelona and AC Milan last season . City manager Mark Hughes faces a striker crisis this weekend , with only Craig Bellamy of his front-line forwards likely to be available . Robinho , Roque Santa Cruz and Benjani have already been consigned to the injured list and Carlos Tevez is rated extremely doubtful to face his old club .
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Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor handed three-match ban by FA . The 25-year-old Togo captain will miss this weekend 's Manchester derby . Adebayor charged with violent conduct for stamping on Robin van Persie . His ban leaves City short of strikers for Sunday 's trip to United 's Old Trafford .
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Beijing -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- The Chinese economy continued its breakneck growth in 2010 , expanding by 10.3 % , according to government figures released Thursday . Last year China 's economic output eclipsed Japan to become the world 's second largest economy with just over $ 6 trillion , completing a decade long gallop that saw it jump the economies of France , the UK and Germany . China 's growth in 2009 was 9.2 % . The U.S. is the world 's largest economy with an estimated $ 14.6 trillion GDP for 2010 . Interactive : The world 's 10 largest economies . The yearend figures come out as Chinese President Hu Jintao makes a high-profile visit to the U.S. , being feted at a state dinner by U.S. President Barack Obama -- the first such dinner for China in more than 13 years . The summit has also highlighted a range of issues between the world 's two largest economies , such as the global economic crisis , international security , the environment and human rights . Obama administration officials used the president 's meeting with Hu to highlight economic progress between the two countries , announcing Beijing 's approval of $ 45 billion in new contracts for U.S. companies to export goods to China . The contracts will support an estimated 235,000 American jobs , according to the White House . The Chinese economy grew 9.8 % in the last quarter of 2010 , according to China 's National Bureau of Statistics . Consumer prices grew 3.3 % year-on-year , ahead of China 's 3 % target . But more troubling for Beijing is the price of food rose 7.2 % . As the economy expands , inflation is a growing concern for China 's economic minders , said Professor Patrick Chovanec at Tsinghua University in Beijing . China has implemented price controls on food `` but whether that deal with the underlying inflationary pressure is an entirely different problem , '' Chovanec said . `` Nothing China has done so far has really tackled that . '' Two chief U.S. economic concerns are China 's currency , which critics say is widely undervalued , and increased access to U.S. businesses in the burgeoning China market . Obama dismissed a reporter 's question about U.S. fear of China 's rising power , saying that China 's explosive economic growth is good for the world and , more specifically , American businesses . We want to sell China `` all kinds of stuff , '' he said . `` We welcome China 's rise , '' Obama said . Washington just wants to ensure it `` reinforces international norms and international rules , and enhances security and peace as opposed to ... being a source of conflict . '' While the meeting dealt with a range of topics , U.S. officials continued to focus intensely on the fact that the government-controlled People 's Bank of China is artificially undervaluing the yuan , bringing down the cost of Chinese exports , which would give it an advantage in the international market . CNN 's Helena Hong , Pauline Chiou and Kevin Voigt contributed to this report .
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The Chinese economy grew 10.3 % in 2010 , according to government figures . The size of the world 's second largest economy eclipsed $ 6 trillion . Consumer prices grew 3.3 % year-on-year ; food prices grew 7.2 % . Inflation is a growing concern for Beijing as the economy expands .
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London -LRB- CNN -RRB- -- A British businessman who is accused of having his wife killed during their honeymoon in South Africa was given two more weeks to prepare his defense against extradition , a judge ruled Thursday . Shrien Dewani 's next hearing will be February 8 , the judge ruled . He is free on bail until that date , when the timing of the extradition hearing will be set . Dewani is accused of hiring a crew of hitmen to kill his wife during a taxi ride in Cape Town , South Africa in November . Dewani 's wife , Anni Dewani , died in an apparent carjacking as the couple took a taxi ride in a crime-ridden neighborhood of Cape Town . Dewani was allowed to leave South Africa , but prosecutors there later accused him of hiring the hitmen to kill Anni . Dewani 's lawyers say he is innocent and will fight extradition . Granting him bail in December , British Judge Duncan Ousely rejected concerns from the South African government that Dewani would use his funds and international connections to flee before an extradition hearing . Ben Watson , a lawyer for the South African government , cited hotel surveillance video that he said showed Dewani twice meeting with a cab driver as the sort of evidence indicating Dewani 's involvement in a plot against his wife . But Ousely ruled that Dewani , who did not attend the hearing , had a genuine interest in clearing his name and said he has cooperated with investigators from both England and South Africa . Dewani 's solicitor , Andrew Katzen , said he was `` delighted '' with the outcome but declined further comment following the court hearing . In documents , prosecutors detail meetings that Dewani had with the taxicab driver during which he allegedly paid the driver 15,000 South African rand -LRB- $ 2,170 -RRB- to have hitmen kill his wife and make it look like a carjacking . `` The alleged hijacking was in fact not a hijacking , but part of a plan of subterfuge which Shrien Dewani , the husband of the deceased and the accused , had designed to conceal the true facts ... that the deceased was murdered at the instance of the husband , '' South African prosecutors wrote in court documents . The court documents do not say why Dewani allegedly wanted his wife dead . The driver , Zola Tongo , was sentenced to 18 years in prison in South Africa after admitting to taking part in the killing . CNN 's Antonia Mortensen and Nkepile Mabuse contributed to this report .
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Shrien Dewani is accused of staging a carjacking to have his wife killed . The killing took place in South Africa , which is seeking his extradition from the UK . He denies staging the killing . He 's next due in court on February 8 .
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-LRB- CNN -RRB- -- Nikolay Davydenko produced a ruthless display to beat U.S. Open champion Juan Martin Del Potro in straight sets to win the ATP World Tour Finals in London on Sunday . Davydenko had dispatched world number one Roger Federer in the semifinals and re-produced the magic to see off the Argentine 6-3 6-4 in one hour and 23 minutes at the O2 Arena . The victory in the elite , eight-man end-of-season showpiece is the highlight of the 28-year-old Russian 's career , going one better than 2008 when he lost in the final to Novak Djokovic of Serbia . Davydenko , seeded sixth , had begun the week with a thrilling three-set loss to Djokovic in round-robin play , but proceeded to rack up four straight victories , culminating in his emphatic win over fifth-ranked Del Potro . It earned him $ 1.5 million and he was delighted to have captured the first major trophy of a career marked by consistency but mostly in a support role to the game 's very elite . `` For me it was amazing coming here number seven and winning the tournament . I surprised myself , '' he said . Del Potro looked weary after his epic three-set semifinal win over Swede Robin Soderling the previous night . He dropped his service in the fourth ganme of the opening set and could claim only five points on his opponent 's service as the Russian eased to an early lead . The second set was tighter , with Del Potro having a break point in the sixth game . But at 4-4 Davydenko made his move on Del Potro 's service . Two blistering passing shots set up three break points and he claimed a 5-4 lead after a long rally . Serving for the title , he set up match point with an ace and took it when Del Potro could not return a fiece smash . It capped a week of surprises at the new venue with world number two Rafael Nadal crashing out with three straight sets defeats and home hope Andy Murray edged out of the round-robin by Federer and Del Potro by the slimmest of margins . Soderling , who only came into the tournament as a late reserve for the injured Andy Roddick , and Davydenko were the surprise qualifiers from the other group , with the latter going all the way after beating the Australian , French , U.S. Open and Wimbledon champions . Del Potro acknowledged he had been beaten by the better man on the day . `` Congratulations . You are a great champion , '' he said . Now Davydenko will eye his first grand slam title at the Australian Open in January , which will be the next major tournament test for the leading players . Earlier , In the doubles final , American pair Bob and Mike Bryan beat Max Mirnyi and Andy Ram 7-6 6-3 to win their third ATP Finals title and claim the number one ranking in the world at the end of the season for the fifth time .
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Nikolay Davydenko wins ATP World Tour Finals title in London . Russian beats Juan Martin Del Potro of Argentina in straight sets . Davydenko was beaten in last year 's final by Serbian Novak Djokovic . Bryan brothers win doubles title to claim end of season top ranking .
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