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Yang victory redefines `global golf'

For years, Asian countries could only boast about growth and potential in men's golf. Success was measured by a half-dozen players who had cracked the top 50 in the world rankings over the last decade.

Analysis: Bush's Iraq trip highlights war unwon

President George W. Bush's whirlwind visit to Iraq was his ostensible victory lap for what often looked like a personal crusade.

Essay: Of Kennedys and Kings — and Lincolns, too

He spoke about posterity, and for it. But in looking forward at his finest hour, Barack Obama never forgot to look back.

Putin Scores Big Win in Bucharest

Russian President Vladimir Putin scored a major diplomatic coup by scuttling the NATO membership bids of Ukraine and Georgia even before he reached the NATO summit.

Wayne State Women Win by 119 Points

Jasmine McCall scored 23 points in Wayne State's 132-13 rout of Temple Baptist on Saturday.

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The 25 Best American Breweries of the Decade (2000-2009)
Source: pastemagazine.com

Paste continues its "Best of the Decade" series with something they know nothing about: beer. Cheers!

Poll. Afghanistan. What should Barack's decision be?

Recent news reports across all spectrum's of news sources seem to be indicating that The President of the United States has rejected all of the recommendations of his National Security Advisers, all of which involved significant troops increases and has instead decided to direct  …

New Yorkers Surprised By Bloomberg s Close Victory
Source: npr.org

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg narrowly has won a third term. He won by just 5 percentage points. There was resentment by many New Yorkers against the mayor for overturning a term limits law twice approved by voters so he could run again.

Grant Park and all that....Reflections of an unforgettable election..(Poll)

I cannot believe that it is exactly one year ago today I was in Grant Park watching the results of the American presidential election, seeing my predictions come true and the new President-Elect walk unto the stage with his family.

Palin on Afghanistan
Source: Blogs for Victory

O'Reilly calls her one of the most compelling women in American politics - he's right. I think she's also a lot more savvy than anyone suspects:

How Gordon Brown could retain power after the election
Source: Telegraph

Vernon Bogdanor sums up PM Brown's position, and the level of votes the Tories and David Cameron must garner at the general election in May 2010 to win.

No 'Victory' to Be Had in Afghanistan. Good.
Source: washingtonindependent.com

There is nothing defeatist or blinkered about this perspective. On the contrary. It's the beginning — not the end, but the beginning — of strategic thinking about the war in Afghanistan.

Obama: "I'm always worried about using the word 'victory'..."
Source: newsbusters.org

Not wanting a victory in Afghanistan?! Funny how this one never hit prime-time news. Every time I try to just accept Obama and just pray for the best - something like this pops up and ruins it.

Roger Federer defeats Andy Roddick at Wimbledon to claim his 15th Grand Slam title
Source: CNN

Roger Federer prevails to beat Andy Roddick for his 15th Grand Slam title

Good News Laugh of the Day - Is this a sore loser?
Source: eatliver.com

Wow! is all I can say to this...LOL

Huge Education Victory for Texas Students
Source: Texas Eagle Forum Torch

In conclusion, my favorite memory was a remark from one of the California atheists who sat behind my desk on the floor of the SBOE. After we passed one historic amendment after another, this atheist cried out: "Oh my God!"

They Sure Showed That Obama, Those GOPs
Source: The New York Times

AM I crazy, or wasn't the Obama presidency pronounced dead just days ago? Obama had "all but lost control of the agenda in Washington," declared Newsweek on Feb. 4 as it wondered whether he might even get a stimulus package through Congress.

Debacle spells victory, defeat for Ark. 6th-grader
Source: Yahoo! News

Sixth-grader Morgan Sims knew how to spell "debacle," but she got an unfortunate lesson on its meaning when her northern Arkansas school district forgot a spelling bee entry fee.

44 Years Later, LBJ's Ghost Hovers Over the 44th President
Source: Common Dreams

A few days after the inauguration, in a piece celebrating the arrival of the Obama administration, New York Times columnist Bob Herbert wrote that the new president has clearly signaled: "No more crazy wars." I wish.

Jay-Z Explains Obama-Inspired 'History' Song
Source: eurweb.com

Sporting a tuxedo and his new favorite "schoolboy" style eyeglasses, Jay-Z took to the stage at the president's Neighborhood Ball Tuesday night to perform his new track dedicated to Commander in Chief, Barack Obama.

Casey Anthony Forced To Appear At Court Hearing
Source: wftv.com

- Casey Anthony was publicly seen Thursday for the first time in nearly three months and it was a legal snafu that dragged her out of her jail cell and into court.

Egyptian President Mubarak says he wants an Israeli victory in Gaza
Source: nepalnews.net

Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak stunned visiting foreign ministers Monday when he said he wanted Israel to emerge as the winner in the current conflict in Gaza.

What was the most moving or amazing moment in 2008 for you, and why?

There were so many moments in 2008 I wish I could have frozen in time and kept reliving them, most of them around the US elections. One precious moment happened personally to me in September when I realised that the latest medication I had been given was actually working.

Sweet Spot

I am always looking for the "Sweet Spot" in life. You know, it's that place where you believe, "If I can get everything in my life just right...I'll have it made". It's that place where you get in the groove of success and just cruise in sublime peace.

The Audacity of E-mail
Source: Slate

Dear Mr. President-elect, please take me off your spam list.

Jay-Z, Kayne Collab Obama Anthem Leaks
Source: Yahoo! News

"We Made History" is expected to appear on "Blueprint 3" and features a sample from a Tony Williams track. It is understood to have been recorded and released to coincide with last week's momentous events in America.... Hear the song now See more irresistible headlines

HBO Acquires Rights To Obama Film
Source: eurweb.com

In early 2006, Norton and his Class 5 Films received permission from the Obama camp to produce a documentary about his history in politics.

Zakaria: Obama could be another FDR :|: VIDEO :|:
Source: CNN

"I think this is the passing of an old order," CNN senior political analyst David Gergen said as the results rolled in Tuesday night and the outcome became increasingly evident. More Articles

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James proud of Obama, reflects on 1st black president
Source: Cleve-Blog

This is an exceptional ball player but I was just flaggergasted with this comment: "It's kind of unbelievable," said James, who had endorsed Obama and hosted a "Last Chance for Change" rally with rapper Jay-Z last week in Cleveland.

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