Adams to play peace concert in Georgia

Bryan Adams is to play a free peace concert in war-ravaged Georgia in the hope his actions will prompt Russian leaders to end over 40 days of conflict with the East European republic.

Sack for teacher sent home 'in disgrace' from school trip

A TEACHER at one of Scotland's leading fee-paying schools, sent home in apparent disgrace from a student expedition to East Africa, has now been sacked.

Abu Dhabi unveils lineup

Film News: Emphasis on socially conscious filmmaking -- Abu Dhabi's second Middle East Film Festival will open Oct. 10 with Rian Johnson's "The Brothers Bloom, " starring Mark Ruffalo and Adrien Brody and close Oct. 19 with Ridley Scott's "Body of Lies, " starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe.

Resilient Red Sox will be fine no matter where they finish

Is it time to panic in Boston? A 10-3 setback to the Rays leaves the BoSox two games back in the AL East, but Scott Miller admires their resilience despite injuries. Plus, they're actually playing better since Manny was dealt.

Feisty Rays continue to prove all naysayers wrong

The baseball world is quickly learning to not count out the Rays. One day after the Red Sox reclaim first place in the AL East, Tampa Bay takes it back with an inspiring 2-1 win in the biggest game in franchise history, Scott Miller says.

Rays alone in first following Navarro's RBI walk-off single vs. BoSox

Dioner Navarro singled with the bases loaded and one out in the ninth inning, enabling the Rays to beat the Red Sox 2-1 and remain in first place in the AL East.

Beastly East proving to be more than class of the NFC

Big-play guys, loaded teams, the best collection of quarterbacks in the NFL. Only two games in, the NFC East is looking like a monster even on the stat sheets, Clark Judge says.

Beastly East proving to be more than class of the NFC

Big-play guys, loaded teams, the best collection of quarterbacks in the NFL. Only two games in, the NFC East is looking like a monster even on the stat sheets, Clark Judge says.

Red Sox Pull Even With Rays For AL East Lead

Scott Kazmir and the Rays may find it hard to erase the visions of
mighty Red Sox swings slicing into their fragile AL East lead.

Only way is up for vibrant St Pat's

Their 47-year wait for an away victory in Europe over, Dublin side St Patrick's Athletic FC travel to face Hertha BSC Berlin in the UEFA Cup as underdogs but with the ambition to pull off a "phenomenal" upset.

No place like Leicester for O'Neill

Dane O’Neill described Leicester as his lucky course after riding his second treble in successive months at the East Midlands track.

Boston moves into virtual tie for 1st

Home run by home run, the surging Boston Red Sox pulled closer to first place in the AL East during a 13-5 victory over the division-leading Tampa Bay Rays and All-Star Scott Kazmir on Monday night.

DIC 'not involved' in Liverpool bid

The Middle East investment arm of the Dubai government, DIC, have moved today to disassociate themselves from suggestions that they are still trying to buy Liverpool, or have moved on to Newcastle.

NJIT physics professor directs effort to install 1.2 meter telescope in NJ

(New Jersey Institute of Technology) NJIT physics professor Andrew Gerrard hopes by the end of October to be able to peer through what will be the second largest optical telescope east of Texas. Under his direction, a 1.2-meter diameter, fully-steerable Itek optical telescope will soon be installed far from city lights atop Jenny Jump Mountain, Hope.

Minus MVP, but you can't subtract Pats from equation

Seriously, now, did you think the Patriots would expect Matt Cassel to be Tom Brady?
Instead, the new QB gets help from his friends in the backfield as New England serves
notice that it's very much a factor in the AFC East, Clark Judge says.

They're minus MVP, but you can't subtract Pats from AFC East equation

Seriously, now, did you think the Patriots would expect Matt Cassel to be Tom Brady?
Instead, the new QB gets help from his friends in the backfield as New England serves
notice that it's very much a factor in the AFC East, Clark Judge says.

Broncos stun Chargers with late 2-point conversion

Playing with house money, Mike Shanahan went for the 2-point conversion with 29 seconds left and Jay Cutler hit rookie Eddie Royal over the middle to give the Denver Broncos a 39-38 win over the stunned San Diego Chargers on Sunday.

Gambling Broncos stun Chargers with late 2-point conversion

Playing with house money, Mike Shanahan went for the 2-point conversion with 29 seconds left and Jay Cutler hit rookie Eddie Royal over the middle to give the Denver Broncos a 39-38 win over the stunned San Diego Chargers on Sunday.

Mets allow 5 in 9th in loss

Fill-in closer Luis Ayala gave up a go-ahead homer to pinch-hitter Greg Norton, and the Atlanta Braves rallied for five runs in the ninth inning Sunday and a 7-4 victory that trimmed New York's tenuous NL East lead to 1 1/2 games.

Jeter, Yanks top Rays

Derek Jeter collected three hits for the third straight game, Alex Rodriguez belted a grand slam and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 8-4 Sunday to win the weekend series against the AL East leaders.

Conduit team look to future after St Leger win

Ladbrokes St Leger hero Conduit could emerge as a fascinating middle-distance prospect in 2009 after outstaying his rivals in the final Classic of the season at Doncaster on Saturday.

Another UK tour operator goes bust

A second British tour operator has gone bust days after the collapse of XL Leisure sent the travel industry into turmoil, the aviation regulator confirmed today.

Pinkney's TD pass tops comeback

Patrick Pinkney threw a 24-yard touchdown pass to Jamar Bryant with 1:41 left to play, and No. 14 East Carolina rallied for a 28-24 victory against Tulane on Saturday.

Robinho starts for City against Chelsea

British record signing Robinho was pitched in from the start as Manchester City began their Middle East-backed revolution against Chelsea.

Longoria sparks T.B. in return

James Shields tossed eight shutout innings, Evan Longoria celebrated his return to the Tampa Bay Rays' lineup with a bases-loaded single and the AL East leaders beat the Yankees 7-1 Saturday in the first game of a day-night doubleheader.

Parents can choose school

A JUDGE has thrown out East Lothian Council's bid to prevent a Musselburgh couple from sending their children to the primary school of their choice.

XL collapse sees rivals prosper on FTSE

The collapse of a rival operator buoyed holiday giants TUI Travel and Thomas Cook today as the FTSE 100 Index surged nearly 2% in the final session of the week.

Police excessive force?

The State Bureau of Investigation is looking into reports that some police used excessive force on football fans during East Carolina's dramatic win last weekend.

Fans' excitement costs East Carolina $10K

East Carolina is being fined $10, 000 by Conference USA after football fans charged the field to celebrate the Pirates' upset of West Virginia last weekend.

XL travel rivals see shares rise on FTSE

UK holiday giants TUI Travel and Thomas Cook were experiencing strong gains today as investors digested the collapse of rival operator XL.

Sibierski set for Latics return

Wigan manager Steve Bruce expects Antoine Sibierski to return to the club when his loan spell at Norwich ends next week.

Future of rugby and soccer at Croker 'in hands of congress delegates'

GAA President Nickey Brennan has refused to rule out the playing of non-GAA sports at Croke Park after the opening of the redeveloped Lansdowne Road in 2010.

Zenit need to lower Arshavin asking price, says Agent

Zenit St Petersburg will have to lower their inflated demands for wantaway star midfielder Andrei Arshavin if they are to strike a deal with Arsenal during the transfer window.

Drogs get more time to solve financial problems

Drogheda United will now have extra time to sort out their financial issues, following developments this afternoon.

Duffy included in Connact squad

Connacht coach Michael Bradley has been able to select Ireland international Gavin Duffy in his 25-man squad for the Magners League clash against the Scarlets at The Sportsground on Friday (6.30pm).

Cork City blocked from talking to McIlory by Morecambe

Cork City have been blocked from talking to former Northern Ireland boss Sammy McIlroy by his current club.

Injured trio back for Munster

Munster have been boosted by the return from injury for captain Paul O'Connell, Denis Leamy and Tomas O'Leary in a 28-strong Munster squad for the Magners League game against Ospreys in Swansea on Friday night.

Trap: Door open for Ireland

Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni has insisted the door remains open for Stephen Ireland to return to the international fold.

The Commons touch sees Derby stun United

Derby 1 Manchester United 0
Derby will take a surprise lead to Old Trafford in two weeks’ time after Kris Commons’ superb goal gave the Rams a 1-0 victory in their Carling Cup semi-final first leg in front of watching new manager Nigel Clough.

Cork chairman urges hurlers to return to action

Cork GAA chairman Jerry O'Sullivan urged the striking Cork senior hurlers to return to action by issuing an open letter to the 2008 squad on Wednesday night.