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Buzzer Beaters: Alex Smith Traded, NHL Realignment and More
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6 Myths About Heart Disease Debunked to Keep You Healthy
February is American Heart Month, which is a good time to take stock of your ticker to make sure you’re doing all you can to remain healthy and happy.
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NFL Playoffs — Championship Recap: 49ers, Ravens Win, Will Meet in Super Bowl XLVII
The San Francisco 49ers rallied past the Atlanta Falcons for the NFC title, and the Baltimore Ravens upset the New England Patriots for the AFC crown. San Francisco and Baltimore, coached by brothers Jim and John Harbaugh respectively, will meet in Super Bowl XLVII on Feb. 3 in New Orleans. Here's a recap of Sunday's conference title games:
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Notre Dame Linebacker Manti Te’o's Dying Girlfriend Was a Hoax
In early September, Notre Dame linebacker and Heisman Trophy candidate Manti Te’o—just days after learning of the death of his girlfriend—led the Fighting Irish to an emotional upset of then-#10 Michigan State. However, in one of the most bizarre twists we’ve seen in college football, it now appears that the whole story about a dying girlfriend was a hoax.
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Wal-Mart Plans to Hire 100,000 Veterans
The national unemployment rate spiked following the 2008 financial crash, and it has remained stubbornly high ever since. Unfortunately, it has been even worse for returning American servicemembers. Today, though, Wal-Mart announced a plan to hire 100,000 veterans over the next five years.
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This Weekend in Sports: NFL Playoffs and the Last Strikeforce Fight
NFL teams look to take the next step toward the Super Bowl, and a mixed martial arts promotion holds its final event. Here's what to watch this weekend:
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NFL Playoffs — Wild Card Recap: Seahawks, Ravens Advance With Wild Card Round Victories
The Seattle Seahawks and Baltimore Ravens each won in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs on Sunday. Here's a recap of each game:
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NHL Lockout Ends as Players, Owners Reach Tentative Agreement
The National Hockey League and its players' union reached a tentative agreement to end the league's 113-day lockout on Sunday.
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This Weekend in Sports: NFL, College Hoops and UFC 155
A storied college basketball rivalry and a UFC title fight take place on a weekend when NFL playoff spots will be determined. Here's what to watch:
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Westboro Baptist Church to Protest Newtown Funerals; Internet Retaliates
Members of the Westboro Baptist Church, known for protesting the funerals of U.S. armed servicemen and women, announced that they plan to picket the upcoming funerals of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. This did not go over well on the Internet.
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Monday Night Football: Cam Newton Leads Carolina Panthers over Philadelphia Eagles, 30-22
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Ben Roethlisberger Injured As Steelers Top Chiefs, 16-13, in OT
Lawrence Timmons' interception in overtime set up Shaun Suisham's game-winning 23-yard field goal, and the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Kansas City Chiefs, 16-13, at rain-soaked Heinz Field on Monday night.