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VICTORVILLE - Victor Valley College is still searching for its first victory of the 2007 junior college football season, still light years from looking anything like last season's 9-2 squad, but the Rams' defense made its presence felt Saturday and their offense registered a pulse every now and then.

RIVERSIDE - Chaffey College football coach Carl Beach knows that the nonconference season is the time to fine-tune your team for conference play. The second and final nonconference game was Saturday for the Panthers, and they looked like they need a complete tuneup.

EUGENE - With Houston finally in the rear-view mirror, Oregon can look ahead to the anticipated matchup at Michigan. But it won’t quite be the same after the Wolverines’ 34-32 loss to Appalachian State on Saturday.

EUGENE — Oregon found its stride just in time to avoid the upset. The Ducks got contributions across the board in the game’s final 19 minutes, outscoring Houston 28-7 in that stretch Saturday to win 48-27 in the season opener for both teams at Autzen Stadium.

The start of the school year always makes me feel a little nostalgic for the friends of my childhood.

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COLUMBUS They had the nation’s 12th-ranked college football team frustrated, its crowd restless. But in the end, it was the Akron Zips leaving Ohio Stadium frustrated Saturday after Ohio State beat them, 20-2.

Spirit and Opportunity awaken from their induced sleep with a clear view after strong winds clear the dust from one robot rover's solar collectors. Gusts of wind have cleared dust from the solar collectors on one of two robot rovers on the surface of Mars, and both have awakened from...

Two months after sky-darkening dust from severe storms nearly killed NASA's Mars exploration rovers, the solar-powered robots are awake and ready to continue their mission.

Don’t think a dog’s bed can fit with your home’s look? Think again. From French country to rustic cabin to sleek modern, there is pet furniture to complement your decor. Heck, there’s pet furniture that’s probably nicer than your decor. Check out the Louis XVI four-poster bed by Precious Palaces ( www.preciouspalaces.com ). It’s inspired by the classic, and you can select fabrics and trims ...

Basketball Hall-of-Famer and ESPN analyst Nancy Lieberman answers your questions and e-mails throughout the year. Click here to submit a question of your own.

NEWCASTLE United star Damien Duff’s car was clocked smashing a speed limit by more than 50mph.

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Jenny is a 11-month old female Jack Russell Terrier. She is an adorable, friendly, and compact little pup. She has lots of energy, so she needs an active lifestyle with a family that will spend plenty of time with her.

THIBODAUX — When you are seemingly on top of the world, you have to be wary of a possible fall. That’s the position Nicholls State finds itself in when it takes on Southern Arkansas in the Colonels’ home opener at 6 p.m. today at Guidry Stadium.

Washington, Sept.8 (ANI): Two months after sky-darkening dust from severe storms nearly killed NASA's Mars exploration rovers, the solar powered robots are awake and ready to continue their mission. According to NASA scientists at the Pasadena, California-based Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Mars Rover "Opportunity's" planned descent into the planet's giant Victoria ...

When Cal Poly rover Mark Restelli and his defensive teammates reviewed the game film from last week’s season-opening loss to Texas State, they were frustrated by what they saw. Blown assignments, missed tackles, little or no pressure on the quarterback. This was far from the feared defensive unit that held Texas State’s high-octane offense to 14 points in the playoffs two years ago and ranked ...

Matchup: Michigan 0-1; Oregon 1-0. Kickoff: 3:30, Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor. TV/radio: ABC (Channel 7 in Detroit); WOMC-FM (104.3), CKLW-AM (800), WTKA-AM (1050). Line: Michigan by 7.

Chaffey College football coach Carl Beach was guardedly optimistic when assessing his team's 31-10 victory over Glendale in the season opener. It was a solid victory over what has been a traditionally strong program.

In three years as a varsity program, Sachse has cleared a number of hurdles.

Word of Mouth Productions will hold a Broadway Extravaganza Benefit Concert 6 p.m. on Sept. 9 at the Heard Craig-Hall in McKinney. The musical night will feature songs from “Wicked”, “Les Miserables”, “Oliver” and many other Broadway shows.

EUGENE - With Houston finally in the rear-view mirror, Oregon can look ahead to the anticipated matchup at Michigan. But it won’t quite be the same after the Wolverines’ 34-32 loss to Appalachian State on Saturday.

WESTERLY – When a football coach can count the number of returning starters on one hand and still make the victory sign, one has to wonder. How many games is this team capable of winning?

The twin Mars robots are awake and ready to continue their mission after surviving severe dust storms, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) announced on Friday. The solar-powered rovers were nearly destroyed in severe, sky-darkening Mart ...

Two months after sky-darkening dust from severe storms nearly killed NASA's Mars exploration rovers, the solar-powered robots are awake and ready to continue their mission, NASA reported Friday. Opportunity's planned descent into the gi ...

Paying a premium price for a sport utility gets you the beauty of a Range Rover, a powerful supercharged 400-horsepower V-8 engine and a luxuriously comfortable ride, whether on the highway or in the woods.

NASA's Opportunity rover is gearing up for its long-awaited trek into Mars' Victoria Crater.

After surviving near fatal dust storms on Mars, NASA's Opportunity rover is gearing up for its long-awaited trek inside an expansive crater on the red planet's surface.

Wind has cleared dust from the solar collectors on one of two robot rovers on the surface of Mars and both have awakened from the sleep NASA put them into.

Gusts of wind have cleared dust from the solar collectors on one of two robot rovers on the surface of Mars and both have awakened from the sleep NASA put them into, the space agency said on Friday.

Two months after sky-darkening dust from severe storms nearly killed NASA's Mars exploration rovers, the solar powered robots are awake and ready to continue their mission. Opportunity's planned descent into the giant Victoria Crater was delayed, but now the rover is preparing to drive into the 800-meter-diameter crater (half-mile-diameter) as early as Sept. 11. Spirit, Opportunity's rover twin, ...

While doomsday headlines fill current economic reports, North Denver’s business community is thriving. Autumn sees North Denver alive with newly-opened businesses - whether it’s all about hair, all about your dog, all about health and nutrition, or all about putting a fresh look on your kitchen, personal attention and individualized service are the hallmarks of North Denver’s thriving new ...

Nicholas Yingst won’t have far to move when he takes over his job as the county’s new chief clerk of elections later this month.

The set of Coronation Street has been broken into by four video pranksters.

BREAKING NEWS 10.50AM: A man has today been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following a crash two weeks ago. (07/09/2007 10:48:04)

A DOG walker discovered the body of a 39-year-old man in a parked car at a Coventry beauty spot yesterday morning. Police and ambulance crews were called to a lay-by in Banner Lane, close to the entrance of the Tile Hill Nature Reserve, at 6.15am.

A lorry driver arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous has been released on bail.

Eric Aspenson returns after a one-year absence and tops the depth chart for the Vikings. Aspenson is a threat as much with the run as the pass and will help the LU option attack.

WESTERLY – When a football coach can count the number of returning starters on one hand and still make the victory sign, one has to wonder. How many games is this team capable of winning?

TAMPA, Fla. - Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver David Boston had at least one illegal substance in his system when he was arrested last month, according to a report Thursday in the Tampa Tribune.

Canine expert Cesar Milan is back to prove that he's still every rover's best bud in the season four debut of "Dog Whisperer" on the National Geographic Channel. Tonight, Milan tackles a cluster of hostile pooches who cohabitate at a dog-friendly apartment complex. Unfortunately, the dogs are far from friendly with each other, creating a chorus of chaotic barks and lunges. Find out if Milan can ...

A fresh bid is launched to free two men convicted of a notorious murder.

Temple sophomore Lache Seastrunk (left) ran for two touchdowns last Saturday as the Wildcats beat South Garland 21-17. Tonight they host Round Rock McNeil.

Roy Williams, Kopernik Observatory, previews Moon Rock Madness month at the Kopernik Observatory.

The trip to space is off. But the 2008 Naples Winter Wine Festival is shaping up with other fantasy auction lots and a lineup of celebrity chefs. In July, the festival announced a few of its fancier lots, including a Virgin Galactic space trip with astronaut training. “The space trip we’ve decided not to go forward with it,” said Don Gunther, the festival’s chairman and a trustee. “They’re not ...

The 28th Annual Classic Yacht Regatta took place this year under glorious skies with great hospitality thanks to the new sponsorship of Panerai, Italian watch makers, to the classic yachting scene. For this year's event, Best Life magazine and Range Rover also came on board as sponsors.

EUGENE - With Houston finally in the rear-view mirror, Oregon can look ahead to the anticipated matchup at Michigan. But it won’t quite be the same after the Wolverines’ 34-32 loss to Appalachian State on Saturday.

inkslinger77 writes "The two Mars rovers that have been carefully conserving critical power supplies since June, when the summer dust-storm season began on the red planet, are now springing back to work as the storms subside. Typically, the solar panels on each rover produce about 700 watt-hours of electricity per day — enough to light a 100-watt bulb for seven hours, according to NASA. But this ...

Engine used to overheat due to loose water expansion tank lid. Was scary as I thought the head gasket was going. Targa top leaks a little bit, but you can live with it.

Wonder Woman and Indiana Jones are making their way to the Bluegrass Independent Film Festival this year, at least in digital form. Lynda Carter and Harrison Ford are just a couple of the recognizable faces or voices in this year’s crop of movies.

WESTERLY – When a football coach can count the number of returning starters on one hand and still make the victory sign, one has to wonder. How many games is this team capable of winning?

Opportunity and Spirit, the Mars rover dynamic duo, appeared to have weathered the six weeks of powerful dust storms on the Martian surface. The dust has yet to completely cleared however scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory are feeling more confident in the rovers’ future.

CARLTON Leach progressed from being one of the most feared generals of the football terrace hooligans, to becoming a member of a notorious gang of criminals who rampaged their way through London and Essex in the late '80s and early '90s.

ART Sewickley -- Sweetwater Center for the Arts, 200 Broad St., is celebrating its Annual Mavuno Festival. Events are at a minimal charge or free. ...

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Lock your doors, ease your mind. Your house is your home and it demands protection. Not only does it need to be sheltered from fire, weather, and the seasonal invasion of miller moths, but it also needs to be protected from break-ins. The following are tips on how to keep your house, and your mind, safe and sound:Don't rely on Rover: Having a guard dog to protect you from...

Don't talk to Mickey Andrews about Florida State's next opponent, Alabama-Birmingham. At least not on Tuesday where the defensive coordinator's focus was on his own group after a Monday night full of poor tackling and fast starts by Clemson's offense.

As many as 600 cups and 600 hats were contributed, which were presented by DST Group Executive Officer, Awang Farisan Mangsor, and Head of Assistant Services for Takaful IBB Berhad, Haji Awang Mohammad Rafie Haji Awang Damit.

EUGENE - With Houston finally in the rear-view mirror, Oregon can look ahead to the anticipated matchup at Michigan. But it won’t quite be the same after the Wolverines’ 34-32 loss to Appalachian State on Saturday.

The meeting will be from 6:30 to 8 at the Patterson Park Community Center, 521 Mercury Blvd. A second meeting is set from 6:30-8 p.m. Sept. 13 at Northfield Elementary School, 550 W. Northfield Blvd.

Keith Williams, father and youth football coach, knows about Michael Vick and his dogfighting charges.

A 14-year-old girl and a 32-year-old woman are left seriously injured after two separate crashes.

POLICE are warning people to be vigilant after two distraction burglaries which police believe are linked. At about 3.20pm on August 29, the 76-year-old resident of a house in Sandleigh Road, Wootton, near Abingdon, was asleep in her lounge when she was woken up by a man.

With too many topics and not enough space let’s spend a little time today looking at a variety of issues.

The score of Thursday's season opener at Cincinnati indicated that Southeast Missouri State was simply no match for the Bearcats. And while the 59-3 loss to the Division I-A team was certainly...

Every AFL footballer needs a "Libba" and a Liam in his life, just for some perspective.

Today I just bought my second rover I have owned, A rover 416SLi (1997) Previously had a 420SDi which was a great car, but missed a few services and was therefore unreliable.

Her name was Darcy McGregorson. Even though a great deal of time has passed since I last saw her, the name still burns in my memory. After all the years I endured emotional torment at her discretion - Twinkie theft, exclusion from games of Red Rover - how could I forget? I bet you still remember the name of your playground bully, too.

Word of Mouth Productions will hold a Broadway Extravaganza Benefit Concert 6 p.m. on Sept. 9 at the Heard Craig-Hall in McKinney. The musical night will feature songs from “Wicked”, “Les Miserables”, “Oliver” and many other Broadway shows.

Opportunity and Spirit, the Mars rover dynamic duo, appeared to have weathered the six weeks of powerful dust storms on the Martian surface. The dust has yet to completely cleared however scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory are feeling more confident in the rovers’ future.

Quarterback Sean Glennon walked out of the locker room at Lane Stadium last Saturday an hour after Virginia Tech beat East Carolina 17-7. His phone rang. He saw "RESTRICTED" on the caller ID. He thought about not answering but did it anyway. Tom Brady was on the other end. Yep, the Tom Brady, the quarterback who helped deliver the New England Patriots three Super Bowl titles.

NASA has yet to bring back any rocks from Mars, but new leadership at NASA's science mission department is pledging to put the U.S. at the forefront of Martian rock return.

With too many topics and not enough space let’s spend a little time today looking at a variety of issues.

Spirit remains healthy as the rover slowly picks up more solar energy. The dust storms appear to be over, at least for now, and the skies are slowly clearing. Unfortunately, what energy Spirit has gained from cleaner skies has been offset by losses to dustier solar arrays.

Mars rover scientists have launched a new long-term study on the Martian atmosphere with the Alpha Particle X-ray Spectrometer, an instrument that was originally developed at the University of Chicago.

Mars rover scientists have launched a new long-term study on the Martian atmosphere with the Alpha Particle X-ray Spectrometer, an instrument that was originally developed at the University of Chicago.

Indian vehicle manufacturer Tata would be the most suitable home for Jaguar and Land Rover, according to some in the industry.

Lookers reported a 41% rise in pretax profits in the six months to end of June after it continued to outperform the market for new cars.

TWO cars were stolen in separate thefts on the same day in West Lothian. A Chrysler PT Cruiser was taken from Heathervale Walk in Armadale at about 1am on Saturday, while a blue Rover Metro was stolen from South Village in Pumpherston that afternoon.

At random ... I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers follow me there, even in Grand Cayman where everyone drives on the left side. It takes a real artisan to handle the intersections.

A CAR crashed into three pedestrians in Cleator Moor yesterday afternoon. The gold Rover 75, driven by a 73-year-old Seascale man, landed on its roof after colliding with a parked car outside the Brook Inn on Trumpet Terrace.

THREE pedestrians were hurt as a car overturned in an incident in Cleator Moor yesterday. A Rover car, driven by a 74-year-old Seascale man, landed on its roof outside the Brook Inn on Trumpet Terrace. It is understood that the car collided with an unattended parked vehicle.

Defensive issues aside, the Oregon Ducks have to feel pretty confident as they prepare for Saturday’s big game at Michigan at 12:30 p.m. The Wolverines will be licking their wounds, fresh off their humbling upset at the hands of Appalachian State. But “Appy State” exposed the ...

Annapolis teen dies in seventh homicide in city

In three years as a varsity program, Sachse has cleared a number of hurdles.

Word of Mouth Productions will hold a Broadway Extravaganza Benefit Concert 6 p.m. on Sept. 9 at the Heard Craig-Hall in McKinney. The musical night will feature songs from “Wicked”, “Les Miserables”, “Oliver” and many other Broadway shows.

The growing airport ONTARIO - L.A./Ontario International Airport is going to grow - that's a certainty.

Opportunity and Spirit, the Mars rover dynamic duo, appeared to have weathered the six weeks of powerful dust storms on the Martian surface. The dust has yet to completely cleared however scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory are feeling more confident in the rovers’ future.

EUGENE — Oregon found its stride just in time to avoid the upset. The Ducks got contributions across the board in the game’s final 19 minutes, outscoring Houston 28-7 in that stretch Saturday to win 48-27 in the season opener for both teams at Autzen Stadium.

Word of Mouth Productions will hold a Broadway Extravaganza Benefit Concert 6 p.m. on Sept. 9 at the Heard Craig-Hall in McKinney. The musical night will feature songs from “Wicked”, “Les Miserables”, “Oliver” and many other Broadway shows.

In three years as a varsity program, Sachse has cleared a number of hurdles.

Three pedestrians are injured when a car collides with a parked vehicle and overturns in Cumbria.

I'm not feeling much better today, but at least I'm audible and it seems to be going in the right direction. This morning everybody went up to see the field site from yesterday, but due to my throat etc. I restricted myself to picking up my magnets.

Today has been a very busy day, unfortunately my inkling from last night was right and somebody hit my mute button during the night, so I woke up with no voice, what so ever, feeling less than good!

Heskey? No, No, No, No, No I am shocked and scared by the inclusion of Big Emile into any sentence that includes the England squad, unless it also contains 'has no frickin way back into'. Basically, we are almost exactly where we were in the heady days of 2004...

They're old and dirty, but NASA's Mars rovers are back in the exploration business after enduring a lengthy Red Planet dust bowl that blocked most of the sunlight they need for power.

A battling sports team is finally getting its chance to shine in the big league

More Brits would miss their mobile phones than their pets, according to new research from Lifeline, the mobile phone insurance division of the retailer, Carphone Warehouse.

Four years ago a team of European researchers built the first wheeled robot to monitor volcanoes up close so volcanologists could stop risking their lives collecting gas and rock samples. Since then, their work has led to new advances in terrestrial and aerial robots for use in hazardous environments, as well as a spin-off company producing components for unmanned aerial vehicles.

Carlos Alberto Parreira has settled on a pretty consistent Bafana Bafana first XI since taking over as coach at the beginning of the year.

I commend Professor Charles Rice for proposing that Notre Dame move to adopt a "no-loan" student aid policy ASAP.

At random ... I've learned that wherever I go, the world's worst drivers follow me there, even in Grand Cayman where everyone drives on the left side. It takes a real artisan to handle the intersections.

Recap: In the season opener for both teams, Oregon and Houston combined for 75 points and 1,018 yards of offense, countless big plays and no doubt some hair-pulling by the defensive coordinators in a 48-27 win by the Ducks on Saturday at Autzen Stadium.

Coaches who have worked with and against new Florida State coordinator Jimbo Fisher's offense attempt to dissect his scheme.

The wagering line on the Virginia Tech-LSU game nearly doubles. Virginia Tech's next win will mark the 200th victory of Frank Beamer's college football coaching career. In order for Beamer to reach the milestone Saturday night at LSU, the Hokies will have to pull off one of their biggest upsets ever.

Emerging from a three-season stretch of losing seasons, the new-look Bartlesville High Bruins will try to make 2007 a turnaround campaign. It all starts Friday at Enid at 7:30 p.m.

Opportunity and Spirit, the Mars rover dynamic duo, appeared to have weathered the six weeks of powerful dust storms on the Martian surface. The dust has yet to completely cleared however scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory are feeling more confident in the rovers’ future.

EUGENE — Oregon found its stride just in time to avoid the upset. The Ducks got contributions across the board in the game’s final 19 minutes, outscoring Houston 28-7 in that stretch Saturday to win 48-27 in the season opener for both teams at Autzen Stadium.

LOS ANGELES | They’re old and dirty, but NASA’s Mars rovers are back in business after enduring a lengthy dust storm that blocked most of the sunlight they need for power.

CLEMSON, S.C. - How much more improved will Drew Weatherford be than a year ago? A victory at Clemson tonight will likely hinge on the answer.

EUGENE - With Houston finally in the rear-view mirror, Oregon can look ahead to the anticipated matchup at Michigan. But it won’t quite be the same after the Wolverines’ 34-32 loss to Appalachian State on Saturday.

EUGENE (AP) — The final scrimmage of the preseason gave Oregon a good look at its offense, minus running back Jonathan Stewart. The offense scored six touchdowns in a 60-play scrimmage last Friday.

The bold colours and abstract patterns may bring to mind a Mark Rothko masterpiece but this art has altogether more scientific roots ? deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA.

EUGENE — It's a new season, and the Oregon defense didn't allow a 100-yard rusher in the first game. No, Houston's Anthony Alridge topped 200 as the Cougars' offense abused the Ducks, who really stunk on defense Saturday in their football opener. But Oregon rallied with some big defensive ...

Madge arrived on the East London set and invited the actors to her Range Rover, where she delivered vitamin B12 jabs. Madonna has apparently been administering the rear ends of actors on the set of her husband's new movie for vitamin injections.

In three years as a varsity program, Sachse has cleared a number of hurdles.

Word of Mouth Productions will hold a Broadway Extravaganza Benefit Concert 6 p.m. on Sept. 9 at the Heard Craig-Hall in McKinney. The musical night will feature songs from “Wicked”, “Les Miserables”, “Oliver” and many other Broadway shows.

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Signs of prayer and support for six trapped miners remained on display yesterday as residents of central Utah’s coal belt struggled with the realization that the men would not be found alive.

By DWAIN PRICE It wasn't a happy homecoming for Baylor coach Guy Morriss. Morriss was an All-Southwest Conference first-team guard for TCU in 1972 and was enshrined into the school's athletic Hall of Fame in 1997. When he brought his Bears to town Saturday to play the Horned Frogs, it represented his second trip to Amon G. Carter Stadium -- Morriss attended a game here as a fan about 10 years ...

The Kalaheo Mustangs have veered toward a new mentality and, more importantly, a winning season. Delirious blue-and-orange clad fans cheered Kalaheo (3-0, 1-0 Oahu Interscholastic Association Red East) to its third straight win to open the season, a 28-14 decision over Moanalua at Kailua last night.

EUGENE -- Dennis Dixon heard the boos late in the first half of Saturday's game against Houston.

A man dies when the Land Rover he was driving crashes and overturns on a Lancashire road.

Madonna has apparently been administering the rear ends of actors on the set of her husband's new movie for vitamin injections.

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Rome (Ga.) News-Tribune Dodetius Mukwado dances at the annual Running Water Powwow in Rome, Ga. Mukwado is a Canadian.

Washington, Sep 2 (ANI): Madonna has apparently been administering the rear ends of actors on the set of her husband's new movie for vitamin injections. After Guy Ritchie complained that the stars of his new film 'RocknRolla' were all falling ill, the Queen of Pop decided to work her magic on them. Keen to help, Madge arrived on the East London set and invited the actors to her Range ...

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Guest stars take to the racetrack as part of a car-themed revue on BBC America. OH, to be even a C-list celebrity in the United Kingdom!

RANCHO CUCAMONGA - For two and a half quarters, the Chaffey offense had trouble moving the football. But the Panthers came up with some key plays elsewhere and surged past visiting Glendale 31-10 Saturday in the regular-season opener for both teams.

Weber State learned the hard way in Thursday's 56-7 loss at Boise State that its defense has plenty of room for improvement.

EUGENE — Oregon found its stride just in time to avoid the upset. The Ducks got contributions across the board in the game’s final 19 minutes, outscoring Houston 28-7 in that stretch Saturday to win 48-27 in the season opener for both teams at Autzen Stadium.

Temple’s Tevin Reese eludes South Garland’s Damien Gomez (16) and Jaime Salazar (13) on his 85-yard kickoff return for a touchdown Saturday at Waco ISD Stadium. The Wildcats opened the season with a 21-17 win over the Colonels.

EUGENE — The final scrimmage of the preseason gave Oregon a good look at its offense, minus running back Jonathan Stewart. The offense scored six touchdowns in a 60-play scrimmage last Friday.

Emerging from a three-season stretch of losing seasons, the new-look Bartlesville High Bruins will try to make 2007 a turnaround campaign. It all starts Friday at Enid at 7:30 p.m.

Opportunity and Spirit, the Mars rover dynamic duo, appeared to have weathered the six weeks of powerful dust storms on the Martian surface. The dust has yet to completely cleared however scientists at Jet Propulsion Laboratory are feeling more confident in the rovers’ future.

The task of solving Jimbo Fisher's offense led Clemson coaches to countless hours of studying the LSU program where Florida State's new offensive coordinator spent the previous seven years.

Four people were killed in three car crashes in Maryland late last week, as the region headed into the busy Labor Day weekend.

Virginia Tech fans and players were in tears early Saturday morning. Four hours later, those tears were replaced by relieved cheers. Before a sellout crowd and national television audience, the No. 9 Hokies held off East Carolina by a 17-7 margin in the season opener.

They're old and dirty, but NASA's Mars rovers are back in the exploration business after enduring a lengthy Red Planet dust bowl that blocked most of the sunlight they need for power.

Jason Robinson hugged his wife Amanda and kissed their five children goodbye before steering his Range Rover down the drive of their four-acre estate in Cheshire

The wife remained in critical condition at Baltimore Shock Trauma last night. She was one of four people injured when the dump truck rear-ended the Ellicott City family's car and caused a multi-vehicle accident shutting down Route 404 for at least five hours.

QUEEN ANNE - Two people were killed and three others injured Friday afternoon in a four-vehicle crash on Md. 404. Maryland State Police said the vehicles were eastbound about 2 p.m. at Pinder Road when a dump truck slammed into the rear of a white 2003 Ford Explorer.

Pop superstar Madonna has been treating the sick stars of her husband Guy Ritchie's new movie by injecting them in the bottom with vitamins.

Morgan is a 1 1/2 year old Golden Retriever/probably Chow mix who is a very nice dog. She was given up by her owners because they had allergies. She is still a puppy, but a very well-behaved puppy, and is quick to learn. She loves to please!

POLICE were mystified when they saw a powerful car crawling along the M6 in the dead of night – at just 15mph. Traffic officers flashed the Rover which was swerving all over the road – and it promptly stopped dead in the inside lane.

Texarkana, Ark. -- Renaldo Davis is back in cleats and knee-length pants after battling cancer.

After three long weeks of banging against their own teammates in 100-degree heat, junior college football teams get to square off with those in opposing uniforms for the first time.

If your idea of a pleasant motorcycle ride is a 25,000-mile adventure across the United States, through Canada, to the far north of Alaska and to the southern-most point of South America, a comfortable bum quickly becomes a priority.

Freshman cornerback C.J. Bailey will make his collegiate debut when Southern Miss hosts Tennessee-Martin at 6 p.m. today at Roberts Stadium.