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Dismissing graffiti as a cheap and easy form of vandalism may be easy for some, but to many people in Athens, graffiti means more than writing a word on a wall with a $1 can of Krylon from Dollar General.

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LOS ANGELES----If you didn't spend your $350,000 to buy a kiss with a famous actor at the premiere of Ocean's Thirteen last week or for a head-turning Bentley Azure Convertible, you can get great and long-lasting value with one of these incredibly well-appointed homes in a charming neighborhood.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

MARQUETTE — Sunday was another day of action at Thunder Valley Raceway. The race results: 4/6 Cylinder Class: Fast Qualifier: Chris Lass...

Takeover Target roared back into Royal Ascot contention Saturday by gunning down the wonder 3-year-old filly of Australia, Gold Edition to win the AU$650,000 (U.S.$533,000) Carlton Draught Doomben 10,000 (Aus-I)over 6 ¾ furlongs (1350m) at Doomben Racecourse.

Ladies and gentlemen, we present the ultimate car test: the most extreme motoring assessment yet devised, in a gruelling exercise that has never been tried before.

Hamilton County has been added to the list of Emerald Ash Borer quarantined counties.

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Nash Rawiller has scored the plum ride on the Gai Waterhouse-trained Bentley Biscuit when he chases international Group One glory at Royal Ascot in England next month.

'Excuse me! Were you sayin' something? That's what i thought, cause you can't tell me nothin!!'

Exeter Area High School, Class of 1967, will hold its 40th class reunion the weekend of Oct. 12-14. There will be a Friday night football game, tours of the old and new high schools, a dinner/dance featuring The Spectras and a Sunday brunch at The Olde...

WHEN THE United States men's soccer team plays China in an exhibition game at Spartan Stadium on Saturday at 5 p.

APART from her blossoming romance with Star Room owner Charles Ferri, "Austin Powers" actress Heather Graham says she has a new passion in her life: going green. Jumping on the bandwagon of celebrities taking action against global warming, Graham...

So are crane operators, due to booming commercial construction, an aging work force and more certification requirements.

The following students have been named to the honor roll for the third quarter of the 2006-07 school year.

Connections of Australian sprinter Magnus are quite happy to be arriving in England under the radar.

ENGLAND VIDEO: Watch England training as they prepare for the first game at the new Wembley, against Brazil.

President Kennedy always liked to go to bed with a “Bond” since the British 007’s daring do adventures were his favourite fantasy reading – when of course he was not himself bedding beautiful unattached women, taking amphetamines, organising covert operations in the Caribbean or playing nuclear poker with a Russian Mr Big who was of an iconic grotesqueness that would have stretched even Ian ...

Air Canada, which has experimented heavily with pay-as-you-go pricing for everything from meals to pillows and blankets, has added a new "extra" to its website for travellers feeling guilty about the impact of their trip on the environment: the opportunity to purchase a carbon offset.

•Maxwell Place from Oak Street to Grand Central Avenue. •East Thurston Street from Lake Street to Grand Central Avenue. •Jay Street from High Street to Sullivan Street.

Many cities seeing peak in construction DALLAS — It's daybreak when Michael Machovsky climbs nearly 200 feet to the cab of his tower crane for a 10-hour day of hoisting equipment and supplies across a downtown construction site.

Silvia Munoz dishes up dinner as her children Monica, 15; Daniel, 19 (left) and Jose, 16, gather in the kitchen at their Tulsa home. The family waited seven years for the visa that would allow them legally to join the family’s father in the United States.

A system to verify the legality of every employee within 3 years -- key to the Senate's measure -- is controversial. WASHINGTON — As a child, Traci Hong came from South Korea to the United States as a legal immigrant. Fifteen years ago, she became a U.S. citizen.

DONALD Trump may have declared that the 2007 Miss Universe was "one of the best shows that we have ever had" but the beauty pageant owned by the US real estate tycoon had some ugly moments.

A 68-year-old Jersey City man was attacked and beaten in his backyard over the weekend by a pack of teens, according to Jersey City police.

Lew Yong Gerbrandt ranked 11th in the country; Ethan Shrader top point-getter for local club The Butte Tarpons opened the Long-Course swim season with a strong showing at the Bozeman May Classic, May 18-20.

A few weeks ago, I was watching the Red Sox play with my daughter on my lap. Laney looked back at me and said “Girls don’t play baseball.” Since Laney doesn’t know the difference between playing softball and baseball, these words nearly broke my heart.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

Japanese beauty model Riyo Mori has been crowned Miss Universe 2007, marking only the second time her country has won the world beauty title.

Peter Moody is more than happy his sprinter Magnus is being treated as the 'ugly duckling' of Australia's powerful four-prong assault on England's upcoming sprint riches.

The end to Alabama’s baseball season officially came at about 11:49 a.m. Monday. The final regional pairings were announced on the NCAA baseball tournament selection show without Alabama in any bracket.

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The Castle Creek parcel the city of Aspen recently announced it will buy for $5.4 million to build affordable housing was offered to the city less than a year ago for $2 million less.

OLIVER Holt reports on the return of Goldenballs to the England fold.

Waltham was once such a rural paradise that a visitor in the mid-1700s called it "Eden Vale." While today, some of Massachusetts' wealthiest citizens live in towns bordering Waltham, it was Waltham that was a haven for many of Boston's ruling class in the 19th century.

If England are to enjoy any long-term development under Steve McClaren, and few fans are holding their breath, then the likes of David Bentley, not David Beckham, need bedding in, says Henry Winter.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

1:06 a.m. - Carbon monoxide detector activation reported on Stanton Place. 8:50 a.m. - Smoke/odor removal on Preston North Drive. 9:46 a.m. - Medical emergency reported on Stonebrook Parkway.

Senior Scott McKeever finished his high school track and field career last weekend by claiming the 3A state title in the shot put and established new school records in the process.

Terry Venables has agreed to stay on as Steve McClaren's assistant with the England team despite his opposition to the reinstatement of David Beckham in the squad - but there are no guarantees that he will stay for the whole Euro 2008 campaign. Venables was bluntly overruled by McClaren in the decision to bring Beckham back.

England will go back to the future at a gleaming new Wembley stadium on Friday with Steve McClaren hoping that David Beckham can help ensure he has a future as head coach that extends as far as next summer's European Championship finals.

It was billed as the Michael Owen show - or rather a trial given his fitness - but England were dealt an unwanted sub-plot last night as they lost Aaron Lennon to injury, with a twisted knee, while winning an entertaining encounter against Albania. Lennon's replacement, Stewart Downing scored twice, but England were denied the chance of allowing the Spurs winger to play down the left, a role ...

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

PINEVILLE -- Sitting in a motorized wheelchair, Paul Davis, 82, of Pineville said he found today's Memorial Day ceremony "touching." "To me, it's meant to honor all of our fallen soldiers," Davis said, who later added that many of his friends were at the cemetery, both living and dead.

TIOGA -- They missed their senior prom and high school graduation. One day Chris Escott and Jimmy George might have to miss much more. The Tioga High School graduates are Louisiana National Guardsmen who will graduate from basic training on Thursday and advanced training in Military Police.

President Kennedy always liked to go to bed with a “Bond” since the British 007’s daring do adventures were his favourite fantasy reading – when of course he was not himself bedding beautiful unattached women, taking amphetamines, organising covert operations in the Caribbean or playing nuclear poker with a Russian Mr Big who was of an iconic grotesqueness that would have stretched even Ian ...

SYDNEY - Joe Janiak and the Hong Kong Jockey Club have settled their differences after the trainer of star sprinter Takeover Target apologised for publicly criticising the club this month.

DALLAS - It's daybreak when Michael Machovsky climbs nearly 200 feet to the cab of his tower crane for a 10-hour day of hoisting equipment and supplies across a downtown construction site.

DALLAS (AP) - It's daybreak when Michael Machovsky climbs to the cab of his tower crane. There, he spends a ten-hour day nearly 200 feet above the ground, hoisting equipment and supplies across a downtown Dallas construction site.

For years they have been branded a nuisance to walkers enjoying a quiet stroll along the seafront.

Terry Venables has agreed to stay on as Steve McClaren's assistant with the England team despite his opposition to the reinstatement of David Beckham in the squad - but there are no guarantees that he will stay for the whole Euro 2008 campaign. Venables was bluntly overruled by McClaren in the decision to bring Beckham back.

Associated Press - May 28, 2007 10:15 AM ET DALLAS (AP) - It's daybreak when Michael Machovsky climbs to the cab of his tower crane. There, he spends a ten-hour day nearly 200 feet above the...

THE Victoria Racing Club yesterday ended the penalty-free ride into the Melbourne Cup enjoyed by the winners of the Saab Quality and Victoria Derby, with both winners now liable for a Cup re-handicap from this spring.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

Wakefield completed their first engage Super League double of the campaign with a hard-earned win over Catalans Dragons. (28/05/2007 14:01:37)

Wakefield completed their first engage Super League double of the campaign with a hard-earned win over Catalans Dragons. (28/05/2007 14:01:37)

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Cartoons, fairytales and supersized cow bells are the order of the day at last month's Milan Furniture Fair. So is it time to make space in your bedroom for a 3.2m bedside lamp? Ian Tucker gets the inside story.

DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the latest report from Espicom Business Intelligence Ltd. "Perrigo Generics Company Intelligence Report" to their offering.

LA 10: from State Highway 13 to State Highway 106. Road closed to traffic. LA 500 at the Union Pacific railroad track, Georgetown in Grant Parish.

May 28 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. jet fighters from Iraq crossed into Turkey in an area where the Turkish military is building up forces in preparation for a possible attack on Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq.

ST. GEORGE - Hundreds of miniature American flags flapped in the breeze as people posted them along with flowers next to the graves of loved ones Sunday at Tonaquint and St. George cemeteries in preparation for Memorial Day.

ENGLAND coach Steve McClaren believes Alan Smith's flexibility will be a valuable asset in the forthcoming matches with Brazil and Estonia. (28/05/2007 11:42:48)

It's pretty smooth sailing right now at the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore. In a historic moment, the Maryland Port Administration received the Presidential "E" Award for excellence in exporting during a ceremony at the White House late last week. Recognized for its accomplishments over the past few years, the MPA became just the 23rd port organization out of 361 in the United States. to ...

WAUPUN They rest silently under the stately oaks, countless veterans who gave their lives in defense of their country.

Ursula Siegler went through two break-ins before she got an alarm system. Then she had company a few weeks ago and her guest's truck was broken into. "I worry about strange-looking people," Siegler said yesterday. "I don't know why they're walking down the street looking at the houses."

May 28 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. fighter jets violated Turkish airspace from Iraq amid a buildup of Turkish troops in the area to combat Kurdish militants, Turkey's military said.

A LEYTON park which used to be a magnet for gangsters and drug dealers has been transformed by community police. Mothers were too scared to take their children to Sidmouth Park but an enforcement order to curb groups meeting in the park has meant young families are now using the green space again.

MONTGOMERY | With three official meeting days left in the 2007 legislative session, the floodgates are open for passage of local bills, not to mention the two state budgets, pay raises for teachers and state employees, and statewide bills of local interest.

A 20-YEAR-OLD Rastrick man was killed when his Vauxhall Corsa smashed into a tree and a bus stop.

ENGLAND coach Steve McClaren believes Alan Smith's flexibility will be a valuable asset in the forthcoming matches with Brazil and Estonia. (28/05/2007 08:54:39)

Parkwood Mall is on the verge of losing another tenant.

CORNING -- As each school year draws to a close, the Corning-Painted Post Area School District hosts the Senior Academic Dinner to recognize high-performing 12th- graders.

Memorial Day events offer something for everyone. Memorial Day in the Twin Tiers is a day for prayers, parades and much more. Numerous organizations will hold services today in cemeteries, at monuments and in other locations.

It was a moving and emotional ceremony to remember a local hero, the first of its kind ever conducted at the American Legion Post No. 17 in Greenville.

The New Britain Camera Club marked the conclusion of a very successful photographic year at its annual awards dinner banquet at Angelico's Restaurant on May 17. Several members were honored with awards for their photographic achievements.

It's pretty smooth sailing right now at the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore.

Boating seminar: Course meets Oregon and Washington safe boating requirements, 7-9 p.m June 19, 21, 26, 28; International Air Academy, 2901 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver.

There was no chance of the weather turning tropical – but the rain didn't dampen spirits as the annual Caribbean Carnival made a triumphant return to Preston. (28/05/2007 07:58:07)

Johnson City Gregory Peake was recently certified as a Level 1 Golf Fitness Instructor through the Titleist Performance Institute. He will be attending the Level 2 Course in Chicago this June along with his associate, Christopher Wade, who will be taking the Level 1 course.

This spring has offered several intriguing storylines for area high school teams throughout Southwest Virginia. It’s also the 20th anniversary of an impressive achievement.

EASLEY -- Five events into her stock car racing career, Morgan Gentry patiently awaits her next ride -- well, as patiently as a 13-year-olds are inclined.

Beverly-based Envista Corp., which is developing cost-forecasting software for municipalities and organizations such as highway and public works departments, is expected to announce next week the company has raised $5 million in Series A funding.

It was a moving and emotional ceremony to remember a local hero, the first of its kind ever conducted at the American Legion Post No. 17 in Greenville.

The emergence of the Internet and e-mail has been a boon to both large and small businesses around the globe.

These transactions were recorded through March 8. 100 Aura Rd Pine Lakes Development Group to Robert Russo, $146,900.

These transactions were recorded through April 4. 633 E Atlantic Ave Marie Sheffield to Robert L and Laura Card, $170,000. 517 Cedarcroft Ave Robert Goldstein to Sherry Wiernik, $180,000.

Y2k was like a second gold rush for Cobol programmers who were seeing dwindling need for their skills. But six-and-a-half years later, there's no savior in sight for this fading language.

MISSOULA - Jill Hoblitt felt like she had let her team down. Associated Press Belgrade's Kirsten Haas clears the last hurdle on her way to winning the Class A girls 300-meter hurdles at the state Class A and C track and field championships in Missoula on Saturday.

Ursula Siegler went through two break-ins before she got an alarm system. Then she had company a few weeks ago and her guest's truck was broken into. "I worry about strange-looking people," Siegler said yesterday. "I don't know why they're walking down the street looking at the houses."

Foot★Ball will again be staged at the Skaneateles Country Club; Honorees are S.U. greats Floyd Little and Roland Williams. Former Syracuse University football’s

NO SETBACKS, no scares, not even a runny nose. Just four great sprinters in perfect shape for the most lethal Aussie raid ever on the world racing stage.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

It ought not to come as a surprise that Wakefield would be involved in the relegation battle in 2007, but after the Wildcats beat Warrington at the end of March, a top-six finish had looked a realistic prospect for John Kear's side.

"It's expensive, but if you want to do it, you have to pay the price," said a motorcyclist we encountered in I-77. "I'm in the oil and gas business, so I like it."

STEVE McClaren saw Michael Owen make his England comeback and declared: It's like having a new player! Newcastle striker Owen continued his return from injury by playing 90 minutes for England B in the 3-1 friendly international win over Albania.

THE importance of the clash with Estonia on D-Day 6 June was uppermost in Steve McClaren’s mind when he decided to recall David Beckham. Beckham's international career looked to be over when he was dropped by the England manager following last year's World Cup.

ST. PAULS — Alfred Britt grew up on a farm near Lumberton so he was no stranger to hard work, nature and all its creatures. Although he left farming behind as an adult, he never lost his appreciation for those childhood memories.

NO SETBACKS, no scares, not even a runny nose. Just four great sprinters in perfect shape for the most lethal Aussie raid ever on the world racing stage.

AVRAAM Solomon stood in his 500-person marquee at Doomben on Saturday and declared his latest racing sponsorship an outstanding success ? at a cost of $100,000 for the day.

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Steve McClaren believes Alan Smith's flexibility will be a valuable asset for England.

BRADENTON -- Keith Campbell woke alone on his 47th birthday this month to find little plastic cows scattered all over his front lawn, a whimsical surprise arranged by his wife and two young sons all the way from Japan.

England coach Steve McClaren believes Alan Smith's flexibility will be a valuable asset in the forthcoming clashes with Brazil and Estonia.

England coach Steve McClaren believes Alan Smith's flexibility will be a valuable asset in the forthcoming clashes with Brazil and Estonia.

David Beckham is back in the England squad for a friendly against Brazil and the Euro 2008 qualifier against Estonia. The former captain has not been included in the squad since Steve McClaren took over as manager in July last year, but he has been in impressive form for Real Madrid.

As a teenager in the 1950s, Evelyn Shakir dreamed of being a writer. But the idea of writing "Remember Me to Lebanon," her new book of short stories about Lebanese women in Boston, would come far in the future.

Fiona Turett of Rochester Hills was named to the Dean's List for the fall 2006 semester at Washington University in St. Louis. A graduate of Rochester High School, she is enrolled in the university's School of Engineering & Applied Science.

Lost amid the shouting over federal immigration reform is a subject at the top of Silicon Valley's political agenda: the future of the H-1B visa program The national conversation stemming from immigration reform has focused on the fate of undocumented...

The VAAL Visual Arts Association of Livonia hosts its spring art show at the Livonia City Hall through May 31. The juror, Martin W. Anderson, professor of art and printmaking, at Henry Ford Community College, selected 47 paintings in all media for the show. City Hall is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., weekdays. (734) 261-7633.

It is used by more than 100,000 commuters a day, visited by as many as a million tourists a month, and crossed by 40 million drivers a year. Its bold beauty is staggering, its mystique legendary. But the Golden Gate Bridge, which opened to pedestrians...

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London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

3A EAST BAY May 22 first round De La Salle 13, No. 16 Arroyo (15-10) 4 California 8, No. 8 Bishop O'Dowd (16-9 Deer Valley 5, No. 13 Amador Valley (16-9) 0 Livermore 3, No.

PETERBOROUGH born David Bentley is today celebrating his call-up to the England squad for neext week's friendly with Brazil and the World Cup qualifier aagainst Estonia. (27/05/2007 11:15:09)

DEFENDING Peterborough and District League champions Eastways A maintained their 100 per cent record as they overcame a challenge from a strong Deeping A team at Outgang Road. (26/05/2007)

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

Winger Aaron Lennon pulls out of the England squad to face Brazil and Estonia because of a twisted knee.

1:06 a.m. - Carbon monoxide detector activation reported on Stanton Place. 8:50 a.m. - Smoke/odor removal on Preston North Drive. 9:46 a.m. - Medical emergency reported on Stonebrook Parkway.

May 27, 2007 CLASS AAat Butte BOYS Final team scores - Billings West 85, Butte High 81.5, Missoula Big Sky 77, Kalispell 76, Missoula Hellgate 39, C.M. Russell 36, Bozeman 36, Helena 31.5, Billings Senior 25, Helena Capital 22, Great Falls 21, Billings Skyview 4.

Where do hot dogs on a stick and five days of honky tonk collide Where do The Beach Boys flock, fans ride the Nashville train and theres more live music than any rowdy crowd could fathom

Joe Janiak and the Hong Kong Jockey Club have settled their differences after the trainer of star sprinter Takeover Target apologised for publicly criticising the club earlier this month.

There were no earth movers or bulldozers, just a kid and some house tools. Great stories begin that way, like Francis Ouimet building a three-hole course in his Massachusetts backyard, planting the seeds that would bear the fruit of a 1913 U.S. Open championship.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

Two Seminole County students won Merit awards in the National PTA Reflections competition.

Keith Campbell woke alone on his 47th birthday earlier this month to find little plastic cows scattered all over his front lawn, a whimsical surprise arranged by his wife and two young sons all the way from Japan.

Dave Spencer and the Dixie Creek Band, 6-10 p.m., American Legion Post 676, 5484 W. Sunshine St. (U.S. 60 and James River), 882-4676.

May 27: Don Cabaliero, Knife the Symphony. 9 p.m. Southgate House, Newport. $8. (859) 431-2201. www. southgatehouse.com.

Straddling a quiet residential street in North Miami Beach lie two houses that are musical portals. From the mixing board in the guest cottage of one, you can look out on a curvy pool and see hitmakers -- maybe Beyoncé, 50 Cent or No Doubt -- taking a dip. Pungent aromas of vegetarian cuisine waft out of the kitchen across the road, while members of the storied reggae band Inner Circle watch ...

Of course, music isn't the only entertainment Nashville has to offer over the coming months. Celebrity chefs, Broadway plays, comedians and a wide range of exhibits are offered up for all tastes. With such a diverse selection of activities, the hardest part about filling the lazy summer days this season may just be deciding what to do.

Chuck Liddell got all the hype before UFC 71, but Dave Doyle says Saturday turned out to be Rampage's big night.

The $17.95 "Traveling With Your Pet: The AAA PetBook" (CQ) lists more than 1,000 accommodations in the United States and Canada that welcome you and your pet. Buy it at bookstores or a www.aaa.com/barnesandnoble.

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MISSOULA - Jill Hoblitt felt like she had let her team down. Associated Press Belgrade's Kirsten Haas clears the last hurdle on her way to winning the Class A girls 300-meter hurdles at the state Class A and C track and field championships in Missoula on Saturday.

The emergence of the Internet and e-mail has been a boon to both large and small businesses around the globe.

MISSOULA - Belgrade's Brad Smith, David Beery, Jill Hoblitt and Brittney Harvey each won a state title at the Class A State Meet. The boys are leading by two points as a team with 22 points and the girls are ahead by 22, with 46 points.

FORMER skipper David Beckham has been recalled to the England side.

MICHAEL OWEN'S England return was upstaged by two other comebacks last night.

"I feel that at the present moment to beat Estonia we need experience," McClaren told Sky Sports. "David certainly provides that and he’s in very, very good form. I think he can help us win in Estonia and that’s why I picked him."

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

Sport: Manager reveals that but for injury the Real Madrid winger would have been in the squad sooner.

London, KY(AP) - A chemical company was ordered by a south-central Kentucky jury to pay $122 million to an insulation plant where seven people were killed in an explosion four years ago.

Steve McClaren has denied David Beckham's England recall is a panic measure and revealed that but for injury the Real Madrid winger would have been in the squad for the past two internationals, against Israel and Andorra.

England manager Steve McClaren has recalled former captain David Beckham to his 26-man squad for the prestige friendly against Brazil and the Euro 2008 qualifier against Estonia.

David Bentley has thanked Blackburn for rekindling his enthusiasm for playing football after breaking into the England squad. Bentley admitted he had "personal problems" earlier in his career and lost his enjoyment for the game during his time at Arsenal and the early days at Ewood Park.

New Tottenham signing Gareth Bale insists his decision to leave Southampton "is purely a footballing decision" and is not about money. The 17-year-old has arrived at White Hart Lane in a deal worth up to £10million, although the details of his contract have not been announced.

Polish goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski has completed his move to Arsenal from Legia Warsaw. The 22-year-old has signed a "long-term" contract for the Gunners for an undisclosed fee.

Barcelona sporting director Txiki Beguiristain says the Catalan giants would be open to reigniting their interest in Thierry Henry if the striker shows an interest in leaving Arsenal.

BURNLEY: England coach Steve McClaren backed Michael Owen to reclaim his best form on the international stage after the Newcastle striker made his first England appearance for almost 12 months in the 3-1 B international win against Albania in Burnley on Friday.

Never was the pragmatism of football management better illustrated than yesterday when Steve McClaren all but asked the man he discarded to help him save his job and the nation's hopes of qualifying for Euro 2008.

It's time we saw David Beckham back in an England shirt. One of our best players is in some of the best form of his life and the national team desperately need a good result from a tricky away trip to Estonia.

David Beckham has completed his prodigal return after being named by Steve McClaren in the England squad for Friday's friendly against Brazil at Wembley and the Euro 2008 qualifier in Estonia on June 6.

Michael Owen made an encouraging comeback for England B but it was Stewart Downing and Alan Smith who found the target in a comfortable 3-1 success over Albania at Turf Moor.

DAVID BENTLEY, Blackburn Rovers’ young winger, is to rival David Beckham for a place in the England team after forcing his way into the senior squad with his man-of-the-match performance in the B international against Albania on Friday night.

As if he was not getting enough “stick” already, Steve McClaren yesterday made a rod for his own back by recalling David Beckham to the England squad for next Friday’s friendly international against Brazil at Wembley and the crucial European Championship qualifying tie away to Estonia in 10 days’ time, which could decide the coach’s fate.

Football: England manager Steve McClaren claims that he decided to recall David Beckham months ago.

Steve McClaren changed his mind about David Beckham three months ago - after the 1-0 defeat to Spain.

David Beckham has been recalled to the England squad for Friday’s friendly with Brazil and the crucial Euro 2008 match in Estonia on June 6. England are fourth in group E, two points behind leaders Croatia, who have a game in hand, and level on 11 points with Israel and Russia.

Michael Owen welcomed David Beckham back into the England squad by insisting they can roll back the years together to give head coach Steve McClaren a huge boost for Euro 2008. Owen and Beckham will both play their first internationals since the World Cup against Brazil on Friday at Wembley, but it is the qualifier in Estonia the following week which carries the real significance

Northwestern, 20-1 this season and 61-2 the past three years, will face Virginia in the Women?s N.C.A.A. lacrosse title game Sunday.

England manager Steve McClaren has recalled former captain David Beckham to his 26-man squad for the prestige friendly against Brazil and the Euro 2008 qualifier against Estonia.

David Beckham's quality performances for Real Madrid have forced England coach Steve McClaren to recall him.

AP Soccer Writer LONDON -- David Beckham's quality performances for Real Madrid have forced Englan...

do you have to be to play for Real Madrid? A few years back, the very question would have sounded ridiculous. When Madrid were in their European pomp, a simple definition applied: if you played for the best club side in the world you were the best, numbered among a self-selecting elite.

David Bentley has been named in the senior England squad for the forthcoming games against Brazil and Estonia.

Ruthlessly dropped by Steve McClaren in August, the former England skipper has been called up to face Brazil and Estonia.

By The Associated Press LONDON (AP) -- Having forced a recall from England coach Steve McClaren due to his excellent form for Real Madrid, David Beckham now just hopes he won't be left on the bench.

David Bentley has pinpointed rekindling his enthusiasm for playing football with Blackburn as a key reason for him breaking into the full England squad.

England have lost 58-10 to South Africa in the first Test in Bloemfontein.

Having forced a recall from England coach Steve McClaren due to his excellent form for Real Madrid, David Beckham now just hopes he won't be left on the bench. Beckham, who will move to the MLS with the Los Angeles Galaxy next month, was selected in England's 26-man squad Saturday for the first time since last year's World Cup in Germany.

Former captain David Beckham has been recalled to the England squad for Friday's friendly with Brazil and the UEFA EURO 2008™ qualifier in Estonia on 6 June.

England suffered a record defeat against South Africa at Vodacom Park as the Springboks posted an emphatic 58-10 victory.

The Real Madrid midfielder, who will move to the MLS with the Los Angeles Galaxy next month, was selected in England's 26-man squad Saturday for the first time since last year's World Cup in Germany.

He set up Stewart Downing for England's third goal in the second half, but the Newcastle striker's best chance came in the seventh minute, steering wide a cross from Aaron Lennon.

Former captain David Beckham has been recalled to England's squad for next week's friendly with Brazil and the Euro 2008 qualifier in Estonia on June 6.

May 26 (Bloomberg) -- Former captain David Beckham has been recalled to the England soccer squad for the first time since Steve McClaren took charge after last year's World Cup.

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Beckham handed England recall by Euro 2008

Former captain David Beckham has been recalled to the England squad for next week's friendly with Brazil and the UEFA EURO 2008 qualifier in Estonia on 6 June. It is the first time the Real Madrid midfielder has been included in the squad since coach Steve McClaren took over from Sven Goran Eriksson after the 2006 FIFA World Cup™.

David Beckham has been recalled to England's squad on Saturday for next week's matches against Brazil and Estonia.

David Beckham was 'absolutely delighted' to be recalled by England manager Steve McClaren for the friendly against Brazil at Wembley next Friday and the World Cup qualifier against Estonia.

David Beckham was "absolutely delighted" to be recalled by England manager Steve McClaren for the friendly against Brazil at Wembley next Friday and the World Cup qualifier against Estonia. Former England skipper Beckham was dumped by McClaren when he took over as England coach after the World Cup exit last summer

BURNLEY, England -- Michael Owen returned to international play for the first time since injuring his knee at last year's World Cup, playing a full 90 minutes for England's "B" side Friday in a 3-1 friendly victory over Albania.

David Beckham has been recalled to the England squad for next week's friendly with Brazil and the crucial Euro 2008 trip to Estonia on June 6.

Michael Owen made an encouraging comeback for England B but it was Stewart Downing and Alan Smith who found the target in a comfortable 3-1 success over Albania at Turf Moor.