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Falcons RB Turner injures ankle after quick start

Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner has gone to the locker room after spraining his right ankle against Carolina.

Friedgen: Turner injures MCL in NC State loss

Maryland coach Ralph Friedgen says quarterback Chris Turner injured a ligament in his left knee Saturday in the loss at North Carolina State.

Tidbits: Ashlee ‘embarrassingly bad’ on ‘Melrose’

Looks like there’s one less “Melrose Place” mystery. Sure, fans are still scratching their heads about that whole “who killed Sydney Andrews?” thing, but at least those wondering why Ashlee Simpson-Wentz recently got the axe have their answer. According to on-set sources, the sometimes-singer-sometimes-actress was just plain awful as the show’s not-so-naïve Violet Foster.

Hero contractor recounts fighting off Taliban

For two hours, a civilian contractor held off Taliban commandos with an AK-47, saving the lives of 24 people in a Kabul, Afghanistan, guest house. But while others are praising Chris Turner’s courage, the 62-year-old former hippie refuses to be called a hero.

'Turner the Burner' says he's not flamed out

Michael Turner doesn't want to talk too much about Atlanta's inconsistent rushing attack.

Former Dolphins DL Turner dies at 46 after stroke

Former Miami Dolphins defensive lineman T.J. Turner has died of complications from a stroke. He was 46.

Josh Turner announces birth of his second son

Country singer Josh Turner and his wife, Jennifer, are the parents of a second son.

Injured Kathleen Turner returns to comedy Saturday

The show will go on again Saturday — with Kathleen Turner wearing a leg brace and using a cane in the off-Broadway comedy "The Third Story."

Falcons RB Turner involved in domestic dispute

Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner was involved in a "domestic dispute" Monday night with the mother of his infant child, Gwinnett County Police Corp. David Schiralli said. Schiralli said police responded to a call between 7 and 8 p.m. EST Monday, but he would not identify the woman or the site of the incident.

Opinion: Chargers' woes won't be easily fixed

As the Chargers were getting embarrassed by the Falcons Sunday on their home field, the folks at Qualcomm Stadium suspiciously omitted the Jets-Broncos game on the out-of-town scoreboard. It was so glaring that some of the players noticed. Maybe a team lackey was trying to be Jack Nicholson’s Col. Nathan Jessep from “A Few Good Men,” delivering a message to the fans and players:

Turner says Jane Fonda's faith didn't cause split

It wasn't religion that broke up his marriage to Jane Fonda, Ted Turner declares in a new memoir.

Tina Turner opens 36-date North American tour

After an eight-year hiatus, Tina Turner brought her famous voice and energy back to the stage Wednesday, opening her 36-date North American tour with a hit-filled concert at the Sprint Center.

Tina Turner says she's hitting the road again

Tina Turner says she's hitting the road again for her first tour in the United States in seven years.

Actors Cage and Turner Settle Libel Suit

Nicolas Cage has settled a libel suit in a London court against Kathleen Turner, who falsely claimed in her autobiography that he had twice been arrested for drunken driving and had stolen a dog.

Ted Turner Comments on Religion

Ted Turner said Tuesday he regrets his past condemnation of religion, as he announced a $200 million campaign with Lutherans and Methodists to fight malaria in Africa.

Ted Turner, Churches Fight Malaria

Ted Turner, who once called Christianity a "religion for losers," launched a $200 million partnership Tuesday with Lutherans and Methodists to fight malaria in Africa, apologizing for his past criticism of religion and calling faith a "bright spot" in the world.

Turner Networks Pitching New Shows

The Turner cable networks want to play with the big boys. TNT, TBS and TruTV have announced their most ambitious plans for original programming ever and, for the first time, will present new schedules to advertisers the same week as the broadcast networks in May.

Falcons, RB Turner Agree on 6-Year Deal

Michael Turner says he was won over by the Atlanta Falcons' aggressive efforts when he agreed to a six-year deal Sunday.

Kathleen Turner Saves Cash by Riding Bus

Kathleen Turner eats out less and often takes mass transit now that she's doing stage work instead of films — and she enjoys getting compliments on the bus.

Ike Turner Remembered in Musical Service

Ike Turner's funeral was part memorial service, part rock concert. The nearly three-hour remembrance Friday at Greater Bethany Community Church City of Refuge in Gardena featured Turner's eight-piece band, the Kings of Rhythm, which performed rollicking renditions of some of the musician's greatest hits, including "Nutbush City Limits" and "Proud Mary." The songs brought the crowd of hundreds to its feet.

Rock Pioneer Ike Turner Dies at Age 76

Ike Turner managed to rehabilitate his image somewhat in the past few years, touring around the globe and drawing acclaim that included his first solo Grammy earlier this year.

Mayor Won't Proclaim Ike Turner Day

Ike Turner will have the stage, but not the day, when he performs in St. Louis in September.

Ike Turner Jailed on Old Warrant in LA

Ike Turner spent a night in jail after he was arrested on a 1989 narcotics warrant that turned out to be invalid, police said.

Chargers Hire Norv Turner As Head Coach

Considered by some to be the safe pick to take over the San Diego Chargers, Norv Turner at least is starting in much better position than he did in his previous two NFL head coaching jobs.

The Vine
Apparently Rape is Now Also A Pre-Existing Condition; Seeking Drugs To Prevent HIV After A Rape Makes You Uninsurable
Source: The Huffington Post

Christina Turner feared that she might have been sexually assaulted after two men slipped her a knockout drug. She thought she was taking proper precautions when her doctor prescribed a month's worth of anti-AIDS medicine.

Conservative radio host, popular onetime Hannity guest, arrested for inciting violence
Source: Raw Story

Reactionary radio host and white supremacist Hal Turner was taken into custody Wednesday after remarks urging Catholics to "take up arms" against two Connecticut lawmakers and a state ethics official over legislation being considered in the state legislature regarding the church.

Mother Talks About Losing Prematurely Born Baby In Jail - 20-Year-Old Delivers Child, Questions Response By Staff (With Video)
Source: wisn.com

RACINE, Wis. -- A newborn baby died shortly after being born inside a cell at the Racine County Jail. The mother of the baby, Melissa Woten, is questioning the response of the jail's medical staff.

The racist right indulges its assassination fantasies, threatens biological attack on inaugural festivities.
Source: Crooks and Liars

We're already aware that the white-supremacist crowd is already creating a higher level of security concerns surrounding Barack Obama's inauguration.

Big "L", Little "L"

September 28, 2008 at 4:15pm EST one of, if not the biggest rivalry game took place in the NFL which ended in the defeat of Dallas on their home turf.

Taser Death of 17 yr old gets Officer 5 Days Suspension [Video of Tasering]

Taser Death of 17 yr old Darryl TurnerThe incident was March 20, 2008. On the publicly available footage, you can see that Darryl Turner, a 17 yr old from Charlotte, North Carolina, is angry.

MySpaceTV Videos: Actor/Songwriter Todd Shiroma, casualties on the Road of Kings! by Kings Road
Source: LA Weekly

Todd Shiroma of (The Doors n& Tour nof Duty) was a star guitar player & writer in Mr King as well as Kings Road. He speaks about the good times, reaction time and Tina Turner time. The memories bring him swells of joy and the rest you must see.

Sean Hannity Confronted Over His Relationship With Neo-Nazi Hal Turner
Source: The Huffington Post

The folks over at NewsHounds have been watching their Fox News Channel quarry dither over Senator Barack Obama's associations with pastor Jeremiah Wright, and noted Fox's own Sean Hannity getting himself tripped up in the guilt-by-association tango.

Chargers earn their first playoff victory since 95 defeating the Titans
Source: nflheadline.com

It was a tale of two halves, during the first half the Chargers were unable to break the Titans defence and had only three yards rushing and only managed three first downs.

Best Comeback Albums

A comment I made in this article got me thinking more and more about great comeback albums. I've been thinking about it for a few days, and have come up with the following list.

Sports Thoughts By Big P: What Happened To The 49ers?

And, so, we've come to the midseason for the monstrously disappointing San Francisco 49ers. After two close division wins, the team has rattled off six straight losses, succumbing to defeat in all different ways.

Sports Thoughts By Big P: The 49ers' Disappointing Preseason

This article was first published on August 31, 2007, after the San Francisco 49ers went 1-3 in the NFL preseason. As a self-proclaimed 49ers fan, I've got to be honest: I'm worried.

The Chinese plot against capitalism
Source: The Economist

CHINA'S secret plan to bring down capitalism, especially in America, has become a little less secret in the past week or so. One clue came with a brave piece of whistle-blowing; a second when China started deploying its huge arsenal of capital.

GameTap Goes Free
Source: evilavatar.com

Turner Broadcasting's GameTap digital distribution service is knocking down its walled garden to offer free games to all.

New Cingular Commercial (hilarious)
Source: Revver

Switch to the network with fewer dropped calls... or else.

Media: point the finger at yourself
Source: wilwheaton.typepad.com

You know, the way the Media is behaving regarding the whole [adult swim] marketing deal in Boston is really pissing me off.

Tate in £5m race to save Turner's 'Blue Rigi' for the nation
Source: Independent.co.uk

The Tate has launched its first public appeal in two decades to save The Blue Rigi, one of the finest watercolours by the great artist JMW Turner, for the nation.

Turners unite to save masterpiece
Source: BBC News

Three watercolours by Turner will be brought together next year as part of a campaign to save one for the nation. It will be the first time the Blue Rigi, Red Rigi and Dark Rigi paintings have been exhibited together.

Martin Luther King, Jr.'s, "God Delusion"?::By Mary Grabar
Source: Town Hall

They warn us of the dangers of Christian belief and extend their arguments to religion in general. Elton John claims religion encourages hatred of gays. Ted Turner has stated that Christianity is a religion for losers.

Ted Turner foundation delivers $1 billion to UN
Source: Reuters

The United Nations Foundation, created by media mogul Ted Turner, has donated $1 billion to U.N. projects over the past nine years, U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan said on Tuesday.

'The Atheism Tapes': Extended conversations with Dawkins, Dennett, Weinberg, etc. (Video)
Source: BBC News

UPDATE: Friday, 13th October - Unfortunately Google are no longer hosting these videos - I will look for an alternative source. -------"Jonathan Miller meets up with some of the key contributors from his three-part Brief History of Disbelief (watch it here) in these half-hour ex …

Atheism: Jonathan Miller's 'A Brief History of Disbelief' (Online BBC Documentary)
Source: BBC News

UPDATE: Friday, 13th October - Unfortunately Google are no longer hosting these videos - I will look for an alternative source. -------A three-part BBC TV (UK) documentary on atheism hosted by Google since August 11th, 2006: Program Title "A Rough History of Disbelief" but more  …

Let Leaping Dogs Fly!
Source: CBS News

While it's not quite on par with the Olympics, 'DockDogs' is a company that runs events for dogs who love to leap. The dogs compete by trying to retrieve objects over a pool; highest or longest leap wins.

globeandmail.com : Turner says he'll move bill to stop MPs jumping parties
Source: The Globe and Mail

Despite pressure from Stephen harper, Conservative MP Garth Turner vows to introduce a private-member's bill that will force MPs such as Trade Minister David Emerson to resign and run again when they switch parties.

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