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50 Cent goes all-in

January 26, 2012
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50 Cent goes all-in

After news went viral that 50 Cent won $500,000 thanks to the Giants winning the NFC championship game last week, the famed rapper has raised the stakes thanks to a Twitter follower. @MyBestAssets tweeted to 50 Cent, “Lets bet. If the Giants lose the Superbowl, u must post ur d*ck on the twitter. If they win, I’ll post my boobs & face here. Bet?” Within minutes of the tweet, 50 Cent responded with an, “Ok.” So there you have...

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Sideline spectator injured at high school football game, cannot collect damages

January 24, 2012
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Sideline spectator injured at high school football game, cannot collect damages

An elderly women who was injured by players running out of bounds does not have a case against the school district for inadequately designing the football field sidelines. On August 17, 2007, spectator Helen Barton attended the Barrow High School football game at the Whalers’ new $500,000 Astroturf field. Since there was inadequate seating, Barton decided to watch the game from the sidelines. At one point during the game, several football players ran out of bounds during a play...

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Controversial church to disrupt Joe Paterno funeral

January 22, 2012
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Controversial church to disrupt Joe Paterno funeral

With the college football world mourning the death of legendary coach Joe Paterno, one disgraceful group is celebrating his passing and plans to stage a protest during his funeral. Upon learning of Paterno’s death, the Westboro Baptist Church (“WBC”) tweeted to the nation that “He’s in Hell.” The fiery Margie Phelps, the daughter of WBC Pastor Fred Phelps and general counsel, regaled Paterno’s passing by publishing some disturbing tweets. The WBC, based in Topeka, Kansas, is known for its extreme and controversial views and sends its message...

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Paterno family statement on the death of Joe Paterno

January 22, 2012
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Paterno family statement on the death of Joe Paterno

It is with great sadness that we announce that Joe Paterno passed away earlier today. His loss leaves a void in our lives that will never be filled. He died as he lived. He fought hard until the end, stayed positive, thought only of others and constantly reminded everyone of how blessed his life had been. His ambitions were far reaching, but he never believed he had to leave this Happy Valley to achieve them. He was a man...

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Minnesota unveils new look

January 22, 2012
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Minnesota unveils new look

Head coach Jerry Kill made it very clear to Nike that the University of Minnesota wants a new look that captures the essence of the Gophers’ rich football tradition and history. After coming off a 3-9 season, it looks like Nike did exactly as asked–the Gophers unveiled their brand new Nike Pro-Combat look with a taste of old-school without the flair that other Nike school’s flash. Players showed off the eight different combinations of gold, white and maroon jerseys...

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The Buck stops here: kicking off campaign for Congressional seat

January 20, 2012
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The Buck stops here: kicking off campaign for Congressional seat

Former BYU defensive lineman and Washington Redskin alum Jason Buck can “no longer stand by while Barack Obama…destroys the fabric of our government.” With Buck’s strong statements bashing the administration’s lavish spending, the All-American linebacker announced that he will seek the Republican nomination for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District to tackle Obama’s free spending. Buck wants a leaner government that is “pro-family and fiscally sound.” Buck will have to face-off against a litany of fellow conservatives for the GOP nomination....

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WVU’s Stedman Bailey shoplifts cold medication

January 18, 2012
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WVU’s Stedman Bailey shoplifts cold medication

Mountaineers’ wide receiver Stedman Bailey was cited for shoplifting Theraflu at a Kroger’s grocery store last week in Morgantown, West Virginia. Bailey, a Miramar, Florida native, was suspiciously walking around the Patteson Drive Kroger’s when an employee noticed Bailey concealing an over the counter cold medication. A Kroger’s employee approached Bailey, questioned him regarding the medication, and subsequently detained him until authorities arrived. Morgantown Police Chief Ed Preston stated that Bailey was cooperative and did not cause a struggle....

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NC State hosts 2012 Krispy Kreme Challenge

January 13, 2012
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NC State hosts 2012 Krispy Kreme Challenge

With the NC State football season long gone, students need to find that buzz to fill the void until spring football is underway. Well the Wolfpack are in luck as the 8th annual Krispy Kreme Challenge is just around the corner. The ultimate collegiate challenge is a five mile doughnut infused race that must be completed in one hour. The race begins at the NCSU Memorial Belltower at the corner of Hillsborough Street and Pullen Road. Participants run 2.5...

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