Nov 27 2007
The drug apparently mimics the effects on the body of the only known animal Planet.
Experts say the findings might indicate genes in humans that could be targeted to increase lifespan and possibly to identify additional genes important in ageing.
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Nov 21 2007
Nowitzki hit four straight 3-pointers in the final 1:41 of the third quarter, when the Dallas Mavericks went ahead to stay on their way to a 105-99 victory Tuesday night. It was the franchise’s largest comeback to win in regulation.
“Dirk’s stretch is what really put the game away for us,” Harris said.
It came after Harris keyed a 12-0 run right before halftime that cut the deficit in half.
“Devin came in and got us going.
(Read content ‘Nowitzki leads Mavs past Raptors 105-99 (AP)’…)
Nov 21 2007
Wednesday, 21 November 2007 08:07 Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez was sent-off as Argentina suffered their first defeat of the World Cup qualifying campaign as Colombia fought back from a goal down to secure a 2-1 victory on Tuesday. Tevez saw red after 24 minutes after clashing with Colombia defender Ruben Bustos before Lionel Messi’s brilliant solo goal handed Argentina the lead 10 minutes later. Bustos curled home a brilliant second half free-kick to level the match before Dairo Moreno converted Freddy Grisales’ 82nd minute cross to maintain Colombia’s unbeaten start to the campaign.
Nov 21 2007
Wednesday, 21 November 2007 07:50 County Kilkenny combination Michael Bowe and Tom Doyle struck twice the weekend before last and the pair could double-up on this programme too. The first on a seven race card is due off at 12.35.
Nov 21 2007
Forty names, games, teams and minutiae making news in college football (”Mike Shula [1] Never Lost to a Sun Belt Team” T-shirts sold separately):
Lloyd Carr (2) made a point of saying that his Monday retirement announcement was solely to benefit the school he was leaving, Michigan. One thing is certain: it wasn’t done to benefit Les Miles (3). (Read content ‘Forde: Dashing through the chaos’…)
Nov 21 2007
Ramar Smith had 12 points and Tyler Smith added 11 for the Volunteers (4-0), who snapped the Blue Raiders’ streak of 216 consecutive games without allowing 100 points.
Kevin Kanaskie had nine points and Nigel Johnson added seven for Middle Tennessee (1-3), which shot only 31 percent and lost to Tennessee for the sixth consecutive time.
The Vols had a stellar first half.
(Read content ‘No. 7 Vols crush Middle Tennessee 109-40 (AP)’…)
Nov 21 2007
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Giants Stadium will bolster security in an effort to crack down on rowdy fans who chant obscenely at women during halftime.
Advertisement George Zoffinger, president of the agency that runs the stadium, said Tuesday he would increase the 370-member stadium security force for all remaining Jets and Giants home games.
Nov 21 2007
NEW YORK — Start the bidding on bug spray. Who could forget New York rookie getting doused with pest repellant during the American League playoffs last month? Well, here’s your chance to own an authentic bottle. (Read content ‘MLB to auction bug spray Yanks used at Jacobs’…)
Nov 21 2007
Tuesday, 20 November 2007 22:53 Republic of Ireland Under-21 boss Don Givens lambasted midfielder Chris McCann for opting out of the squad less than two hours before the UEFA Championship qualifying clash with Bulgaria. Burnley youngster McCann, 20, told Givens he did not want to take his place on the Irish bench and was subsequently sent home. The Republic won the match in Athlone 1-0 courtesy of John-Joe O’Toole’s injury-time winner, which handed Givens’ side their first win of the campaign.
Nov 21 2007
The NBA season is only three weeks old, and we’re just beginning to see how last season’s draft prospects such as Kevin Durant and Yi Jianlian are measuring up. The 2008 NBA draft is seven months away. But for NBA scouts, there is no rest. Those focused on the draft have been working since July 1, attending camps and international junior tournaments, breaking down film, talking to coaches and preparing for the next season. (Read content ‘Ford: 2008 NBA Draft class full of freshmen … and one mysterious giant’…)
