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Dec 22nd 2012, 08:31

(Source: FIBA - International Basketball Federation) 2012-13 FLB Division A League Regular Season Standings · Sagesse, Beirut 8-0 · Al Riyadi Beirut 6-2 · Moutahed, Tripoli 5-3 · Champville, Maristes 4-4 · Byblos, Jbeil 4-3 · Amchit, Jbeil 4-2 · Bejjeh, Jbeil 3-5 · Hoops, Beirut 2-6 · Anibal, Zahle 1-7 · Antranik, Beirut 1-6 BEIRUT, Lebanon (FLB Division A League): Defending champions Champville overcame archrivals Al Riyadi Beirut 78-73 in the Lebanese Clasico on Friday as Sagesse's unbeaten spree...

Dec 22nd 2012, 02:52

Patti EwaldTampa Bay Times In Print: Saturday, December 22, 2012 ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Story Tools Print this story Purchase reprints Contact the editor Email Newsletters You have precious little time left to find that last elusive gift for the person on your list who has everything — or to find that gift that just can't be found (or afforded) at the mall....

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Dec 22nd 2012, 08:22

BOSTON -- When Paul Pierce drained a tying three-pointer with 2.5 seconds left in regulation, the Milwaukee Bucks had squandered a seven-point lead in less than 31 seconds. Surely there was no coming back from this in overtime, right? But the Bucks refused to wilt at TD Garden and struck back for a 99-94 overtime victory against the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Bucks center Larry Sanders finished with a career-high 20 rebounds and 17 points while dueling Celtics veteran Kevin Garnett. Monta Ellis bounced back from his 1-for-14 night in Memphis on Wednesday with a team-high 27 points, seven rebounds and five assists. And Ellis hit two clutch baskets in overtime to break a tie...

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Dec 22nd 2012, 06:15

WASHINGTON"• President Barack Obama, calling himself a "hopeless optimist," said Friday that he still believes that Congress can pass a deal to avert the approaching "fiscal cliff," and he urged both parties to craft at least a minimal package that he can sign into law before Jan. 1. Appearing in the White House briefing room after a day of recriminations over failure to reach a deal, Obama said: "As of today, I am still ready and willing to get a comprehensive package done." He said he remains committed to the goal of reducing the deficit, whether it is done "all at once" or in separate steps. But with time running out, Obama called on Congress to work on at least a package that prevents...

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Dec 22nd 2012, 04:19

PRWeb | December 21, 2012 Comments (0) E-mail Print Tweet Page 1 of 1 King Florist of Austin announces 50% off wrapped flowers everyday to all walk in customers. Austin, TX (PRWEB) December 21, 2012 King Florist of Austin is excited to announce 50% off wrapped flowers everyday to local walk in customers. The Austin flower shop has a convenient location on Koenig Lane in central Austin and a wide variety of premium flowers in stock at all times. Lynsey Reece, the manager of King Florist says; "We would love fresh flowers to become an everyday part of the Austin culture. Offering our wrapped flowers at 50% off lets us become an accessible local source for people to give as a simple thank you,...

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Dec 22nd 2012, 03:46

If you are still looking for that technology gift for someone close, there are still many devices out there worth considering. Whether you are considering a tablet, Bluetooth audio device, battery backup, or online service, there are still opportunities to find products in stores. With Christmas coming on Tuesday, you will have the weekend to hunt for your devices locally. The iPad mini is a very worthy device for those looking to read, play games, and browse the web on a tablet. The iPad...

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Dec 22nd 2012, 00:52

KHARTOUM, December 22 (RIA Novosti) - South Sudan’s army apologized for downing a UN helicopter as soldiers mistook it for an aircraft that was supplying arms to rebel forces, Philip Aguer, a spokesman for the military, said on Saturday. A Mil Mi-8 helicopter was shot down on Friday while it was on a reconnaissance flight in South...

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Dec 22nd 2012, 01:43

Ready for Christmas? You may have your Christmas menu planned, your tree decorated and your presents wrapped, but have you thought about the potential dangers? Don't worry, I have - and so have lots of other people intent on ensuring you keep well this festive season. So here, in no particular order, are my personal selection of the top 10 Christmas health risks. I naturally expect readers to take great exception with the list and suggest their own and probably to accuse me of being a Christmas kill-joy. Not so, but a few sensible precautions could help prevent this being a festive period to forget. A merry - and healthy - Christmas to you all. 1. Don't let it be a turkey Turkey is...

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