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AP Interview: New ATP CEO planning All-Star event

Andy Roddick vs. Roger Federer in a serving speed contest? How about Rafael Nadal vs. Andy Murray in a timed race to chase down drop shots?

Apple confirms music-themed launch for Sept. 9

Apple Inc. has officially set Sept. 9 as the date for its next music-themed product launch event in San Francisco.

Tour de LeBron comes through Akron

LeBron James gave fellow NBA All-Star Chris Paul a tour of his hometown — on two wheels.

Woods to play exhibition to help Begay charity

Tiger Woods is helping out longtime friend Notah Begay III, agreeing to play in his charity Skins Game at Turning Stone Resort next month to support Native American youth.

Fun pet events around the country

It’s summer at last! If you are traveling with your pet, be sure to celebrate by adding one of these fun pet-friendly events to your itinerary.

Volleyball hit by 2nd cancellation in Gulf

A second volleyball tournament in the Persian Gulf has been called off due to the recession.

Obamas attend daughter's extracurricular event

A Supreme Court announcement, a swearing-in ceremony. And then his daughter's after-school activity.

Shad Planking kicks Va. race into gear

WAKEFIELD, Va. - Across the country, several states host annual time-honored festivals mixing fun, food and politics.

Women's coaches protest conditions for team event

Women's coaches issued a protest with race organizers Thursday for the team event at the world championships, saying the super-G course is too icy and dangerous for their athletes.

Olympic swimmer: Oceans need our help

It's no secret that U.S. Olympic swimmer and gold medalist Aaron Peirsol has a deep love for the water. That's why the California native has parlayed his interest — and status as a sports figure — into causes to save our planet's oceans. Here, he talks about environmental awareness, education, and his most recent project, Race for the Oceans.

Anatomy of a collapse: EliteXC

UFC President Dana White has always made it clear that upstart organizations are not competing with his company any more than a new hamburger joint would suddenly compete with McDonald's, but with a CBS contract in hand, EliteXC had a chance to be a major player on the mixed martial arts scene.

How a tie becomes 2 different medals

Here is how He Kexin of China and Olympic all-around champion Nastia Liukin finished with the same score on the uneven bars but different medals:

Shawn Johnson's gold makes for happy Americans

Clear some more space in that pile of pretty Olympic medal boxes. Shawn Johnson and Nastia Liukin are bringing home more loot, including a gorgeous gold of Johnson's very own.

POLL: Do you believe 2012 prophecies will come true?

With the event almost 3 years away, do you honestly believe the 2012 theory? Just post your answer below, my computer thinks there's a poll already here and can't add or remove it. UPDATE: THE POLL HAS APPEARED!

Worldwide photo shoot turns camera on those often overlooked
Source: CNN

Jeremy Cowart is a professional artist in Nashville, Tennessee, who has photographed rock stars such as Sting and Britney Spears. But on Saturday, he turned his lens on people unlikely to be recognized by anyone but family.

Where is Michael Jackson's Doctor? - NuttyNewswire.com
Source: nuttynewswire.com

News Event that is listed as coming from the "NuttyNewswire.com" entitiled, "Where is Michael Jackson's Doctor?".

The History of the Exotic Erotic Ball in San Francisco?
Source: Examiner

This year marks the 30th Anniversary for the Exotic Erotic Ball. Perry Mann and Louis Abolafia who coined the phase "Make Love, Not War," founded the Ball based on that philosophy.

Muslim prayer event fails to draw expected numbers (OneNewsNow.com)
Source: OneNewsNow.com

Organizers of the Muslim prayer event in Washington D.C. on Friday, 9/25, hoped to draw a crowd of 50,000 people. But media outlets estimated the crowd between 3,000 and 5,000.

Usain Bolt to Try New Track Event, Following Carl Lewis, Jesse Owens
Source: Yahoo! Sports

As a world and Olympic champion in both the 100m and 200m, Usain Bolt has drawn frequent comparison to other double-sprint stars like Jesse Owens and Carl Lewis. Now, Bolt is trying to become even more like those legendary track and field performers.

Wisconsin gravel pit stages 'Crash Your Clunker' event
Source: KVOA

The spectacle that drew hundreds to a gravel pit in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin might make most city boys blush. But in Turtle Lake, you'll find no red faces. Just proud rednecks.

Door to door – neighbor to neighbor
Source: eastbayri.com

John Solis is the Central Avenue neighborhood's town crier. This weekend the Central Avenue neighborhood will be holding it's seventeenth annual Neighbor Day celebration.

National Art Hate Week needs you
Source: Guardian Unlimited

Mo. jail to host 'bed and breakfast' event
Source: Yahoo! News

Want to spend a night in jail? And how about paying for the privilege? The Jefferson County Sheriff's Department in eastern Missouri has come up with a novel way to pay for mattresses at a new jail addition.

Michael Jackson's Last Performance...

no surprise to see all the hyana's that mooched off him for years, than accused him, dragged him through courts, shameless exploited the news that hes was deep in debt - and now, everyone is still trying to get a piece of him.

Can 500 Chuck Palahniuk fans be right?They flock to his readings in costume and willingly promote his books with the help of inflatable penguins. Not that there's anything wrong with that...
Source: The Globe and Mail

The first rule of a Chuck Palahniuk night is that the author runs the show. There are no preambles or thanks to the sponsors. He comes out reading and throwing.

4 Ways to Make Backyard Camping An Adventure
Source: Wildlife Promise

The Great American Backyard Campout (tm) is set to take place on June 27th this year. Here are just a few ideas that may liven up the night--if you are at all concerned about it not being enough of an adventure!

Wrong man arrested in gang sweep
Source: Ktla.com

Why am I NOT surprised. Just another example of the Vigilantes in police uniforms using their tough guys tactics and asking questions later. OBVIOUSLY they could see that they had the wrong man, but GOD FORBID they admit they made a mistake until AFTERWARDS.

38th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival, Seattle Center, Washington

Few festivals in the United States are as diverse and fun as the Northwest Folklife Festival, held in the city of Seattle, Washington. This one is the 38th festival and it´s taking place at the Seattle Center.

Prince George's County First Lady, Leslie Johnson Kicks Off Annual Women's Business and Wellness Conference
Source: PRWeb

Prince George's County First Lady, Leslie Johnson Kicks Off Annual Women's Business and Wellness Conference

Tea Party? What Tea Party? Why wasn't I invited?
Source: The Houston Chronicle

At first, I believed this was a bipartisan effort! But, now, I'm not so sure? I was considering joining them in this cause, but the more I read, and the more that was said, I have serious doubts that it is! Here's why............

One Battle Won: Boston's Fight Against White Supremacists
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The Boston Anti-Racist Coalition excited to hear that the April 11th event scheduled to be at the South Boston VFW has officially been canceled. However, the battle continues against racism.

Accounting Brothel Opens Doors for Banker Fiesta: Jonathan Weil
Source: Bloomberg.com

How interesting. Please read.

If You Are Doing An Event, Bring Twitter Into The Room
Source: A VC

How to use Twitter during an event.

Pastor's Wife Forgives Accused Gunman - CBS News
Source: CBS News

While I am sure Mrs. Winters forgives her husband's murderer, many of us are not as forgiving. Probably he will plead insanity, as many do, taking their lawyer's advice. Justice can be slow and perhaps not perfect, but someday this murderer will face his maker.

Birthday boy donates money to animals

A boy, who was having his 10th birthday, was asked by his parents what he would like for his party. Chance could not decide. He told his parents he really did not want presents.

Google maps car hits a deer, records it all. Oh deer
Source: neowin.net

---Photos on link page.--- Excerpt: Update: Google has responded and states "the deer was able to move and had left the area by the time the police arrived".