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World Series of Poker final 2009 Joe Cada youngest winner WSOP champion Beating Darvin Moon

2009-11-10T14:51:49+00:00

Joe Cada of Shelby Township, Mich., turned over a pair of nines early after 46-year old Darvin Moon called his all-in wager with a suited queen-jack, setting up an about-even race for most of the chips on the table. |World Series of Poker final 2009 Joe Cada youngest winner WSOP champion Beating Darvin Moon A 21-year-old Michigan poker professional who chose cards over college won the World Series of Poker main event in Las Vegas early Tuesday, winning $8.55 million and becoming the youngest...

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Spanish Business School ESADE’s EMBA Ranked 4th In The World Outside US

2009-11-10T14:40:23+00:00

Overall Business Week rates ESADE as one of the four best business schools in the world in the areas of Leadership, Strategy and General Management. And whilst the rankings are dominated by American schools, ESADE is one of only six non-US schools to be consistently ranked |Spanish Business School ESADE’s EMBA Ranked 4th In The World Outside US Spanish school ESADE’s Executive MBA programme has been ranked inside the world’s top 5 Executive MBA programmes outside of the US in the new Business...

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Espanyol vs Getafe Preview 11/11/2009 Copa del rey King’s Cup

2009-11-10T13:26:46+00:00

After the somewhat slow start of the league campaign, Espanyol rediscovered their form and entered the seven-match unbeaten run that was ended last weekend as they lost to Sporting in Gijon |Espanyol vs Getafe Preview 11/11/2009 Copa del rey King's Cup Espanyol ended the good run of results as they lost in Gijon and they face a difficult task in this match having lost the first leg 2:0. Getafe surprisingly lost at home to nine-man La Coruna and they are thus in similar situation as their...

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Osasuna vs Xerez Preview 10/11/2009 Copa del rey King’s Cup

2009-11-10T12:18:40+00:00

Osasuna lost just one home game this season, to high-flying Sevilla, while 10 points from last 5 games prove the team are in excellent form |Osasuna vs Xerez Preview 10/11/2009 Copa del rey King's Cup Despite the very good performance on Sunday night, Osasuna couldn’t pick up any points from their game with Almeria and that was their first defeat after four games. Xerez, on the other hand, managed to end the three-match losing run as they took a point from Valladolid. Osasuna won the first...

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Andorra tunnel collapse Death toll rise to 5

2009-11-10T04:10:13+00:00

Six workers were injured in the accident. It was not initially known what caused the steel scaffolding to collapse. |Andorra tunnel collapse Death toll rise to 5 Andorra la Vella - The death toll rise to 5 in the Andorra tunnel collapse of a steel scaffolding in a tunnel under construction in the tiny mountain principality of Andorra rose Sunday to five, officials reported. Three workers were reported dead after the accident on Saturday. Early Sunday, a further worker who was trapped between...

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Katt Williams jailed over burglary but released on bond

2009-11-10T03:57:54+00:00

A Coweta County magistrate set bond at $41,150 Monday afternoon. Williams was released Monday night. As he emerged from the Coweta County Jail, he called the alleged burglary "a misunderstanding between me and two stupid detectives." |Comedian Katt Williams jailed over burglary but released on bond Comedian and rapper Katt Williams was released on bond Monday after police said they arrested the entertainer for breaking into a home and stealing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry and...

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Christian Serratos Nude - Naked: PETA Campaign Twilight’ Star Nude Video

2009-11-10T03:40:57+00:00

"I'd Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur" ad! ,” the ad proclaims in some very “Twilight”-esque font. The photo is set in the woods (a la Forks, Wash., obvs) and even has same color scheme “New Moon” has had in advertising |Christian Serratos Nude - Naked: PETA Campaign Twilight' Star Nude Video Twilight star Christian Serratos Nude - Naked was counting the days until she turned 18, but not for the same reasons that most 17-year-olds have in mind. Christian was looking forward to turning the big...

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Real Madrid footballer Cristiano Ronaldo wins damages over ‘bender’ article

2009-11-10T02:34:22+00:00

Ronaldo, who does not drink alcohol, also received an apology at the High Court in London over the claims, which were published in the Daily Mirror last July. |Real Madrid footballer Cristiano Ronaldo wins damages over 'bender' article Real Madrid footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has accepted "substantial" libel damages over a false allegation that he went on a "bender" at a Hollywood nightclub. Ronaldo, who does not drink alcohol, also received an apology at the High Court in London over the...

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On This Day 10th November Nigeria hangs Ken Saro-Wiwa human rights activists

2009-11-10T02:07:24+00:00

The country's military rulers ordered the execution of Mr Saro-Wiwa and eight other dissidents should go ahead at 0730 local time (0830 GMT). |On This Day 10th November Nigeria hangs Ken Saro-Wiwa human rights activists The writer and human rights activist, Ken Saro-Wiwa, has been executed in Nigeria despite worldwide pleas for clemency. The country's military rulers ordered the execution of Mr Saro-Wiwa and eight other dissidents should go ahead at 0730 local time (0830 GMT). They were...

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Malaga vs Zaragoza Preview 10/11/2009 Copa del rey King’s Cup

2009-11-10T01:29:24+00:00

After the impressive opening win over Atletico Madrid, Malaga could only pick up two points from next eight league games thanks to the late equalizers against struggling Xerez and Tenerife |Malaga vs Zaragoza Preview 10/11/2009 Copa del rey King's Cup Malaga came from two goals down to earn a draw against fellow strugglers Tenerife and that result will probably have a good effect on the players’ confidence. Zaragoza, on the other hand, continued the poor tradition at Mestalla by losing to...

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Real Madrid Vs Alcorcon Preview 10/11/2009 Copa del rey Alcorcon humiliate Real Madrid

2009-11-10T01:15:58+00:00

Two weeks ago Alcorcon, which plays in the third tier, Segunda B, in Spanish football inflicted a 4-0 thrashing of Real Madrid in the first leg of their Kings Cup knockout tie. |Real Madrid Vs Alcorcon Preview 10/11/2009 Copa del rey Alcorcon humiliate Real Madrid First Leg Result: Alcorcon 4 - 0 Real Madrid Kick-off: Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 20:00 CET - Estadio Santiago Bernabeu Real Madrid will look to make good one of the most humiliating nights in its long history when Alcorcon visits...

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Iberia strike cancel 368 flights between today and the strike called by unions and Sitcpla CTA

2009-11-10T00:59:01+00:00

Reimbursements and date changes are permitted until 30 November with a validity of the new ticket, if any, until 31 March 2010 |Iberia strike cancel 368 flights between today and the strike called by unions and Sitcpla CTA Customers with tickets on cancelled flights can contact the travel agency where they were acquired or the information service of Iberia Phone Number 902 400 500 to obtain a refund or alternative travel. Reimbursements and date changes are permitted until 30 November with a...

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Andorra. Crane has started to clear debris from collapsed tunnel to recover bodies of four Killed

2009-11-10T00:55:59+00:00

The large crane, that has an arm about 40 meters long, arrived on the scene at 08.30 am today and its installation has been complex and laborious |Andorra. Crane has started to clear debris from collapsed tunnel to recover bodies of four workers killed The accident occurred around midday on Saturday, for reasons still unknown, part of the tunnel structure of the Two Valires collapsed, killing five workers, one of whom died of hypothermia and multiple injuries shortly after in Our Lady of...

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The magistrate court in Amposta has filed complaint by El Refugio, an animal rights association

2009-11-10T00:52:06+00:00

The judge has issued criminal proceedings to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of the animal, which occurred after it was shot with buckshot, to determine whether a crime was committed abuse of domestic animals. |The magistrate court in Amposta has filed complaint by El Refugio, an animal rights association The complaint was filed after the death of wild dog that was killed on the Senia (Montsià) after four days of searching for what some people had mistaken for a lion....

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Despite new by laws ‘happy hours’ still continue in Barcelona BARS.

2009-11-10T00:36:01+00:00

This legislation, with fines of between 3,000 and 10,000 euros for those flouting the new regulations, has put the emphasis on the prohibition of promotions such as happy hours or happy hour, drink two and pay for one in bars and bars that give ‘free gifts’ related to alcohol |Despite new by laws 'happy hours' still continue in Barcelona BARS. Hundreds of youths came last night and the night before, like every weekend in Barcelona, in old industrial buildings in the district of Sant Martí...

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Two hikers were found dead from hypothermia due to freezing conditions in the mountains of Puigmal,

2009-11-10T00:32:30+00:00

Rescue teams consisting of 12 fire crews, a helicopter, volunteers and the Autonomous Police, began the search at 16.00 after receiving a phone call from one of the hikers. |Two hikers were found dead from hypothermia due to freezing conditions in the mountains of Puigmal, The two deceased are Nuria and Marta IM, sisters, residents of Barcelona, and were part of a group of five people who, yesterday afternoon, were lost when conducting a walk in the mountains in Queralbs. The other three...

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The National Court order Ministry of Development to pay compensation of 80,087 euros.

2009-11-10T00:28:38+00:00

The man driving a Mercedes in the direction of Almería was hit in the face, allegedly by a piece of leaf spring, that crashed through his windscreen. |The National Court order Ministry of Development to pay compensation of 80,087 euros. The compensation is to be paid to the driver who had an accident on the A-7 due a piece of metal on the road, the court said, should have been removed by road maintenance crews. The man driving a Mercedes in the direction of Almería was hit in the face,...

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Jaume Matas, upset by police raids made on his homes in Palma and Madrid

2009-11-10T00:23:09+00:00

Since investigations began last Friday, the police have taken numerous photographs and a large number of works of art found in the homes owned by another former president of the Balearic Government DB |The former Balearic Government president, Jaume Matas, "upset" by police raids made on his homes in Palma and Madrid. According to the letter, Jaume Matas believes that the recent judicial inspections and the Revenue Agency have infringed on his and his families privacy including the...

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Spanish motorcyclist, Julian Simon (Aprilia) 12 podiums and 7 victories sets new record

2009-11-10T00:18:58+00:00

Meanwhile, the number of 'poles', also was the highest so far with a total of 26, and in which Simon once again provided the most with seven, while Barbera and Alvaro Bautista (Aprilia) totaled four, and three, respectively, and Daniel Pedrosa (Honda) and Pol Espargaro (Derbi), two each. |Spanish motorcyclist, Julian Simon (Aprilia) 12 podiums and 7 victories sets new record The Villacañas rider Julian Simon contributed to the new national record with twelve podiums and seven wins, the most...

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Johan Cruyff footballing fireworks officially took over as coach Catalonia regional team

2009-11-09T19:22:58+00:00

The Catalonia Football Federation unveiled Cruyff as their choice and he promptly promised "seductive" football along the lines of the 'Total Football' which he and his generation served up with Holland in the 1970s. |Johan Cruyff footballing fireworks officially took over as coach Catalonia regional team Former Holland and Barcelona star Johan Cruyff promised footballing fireworks as he officially took over as coach of the Catalonia regional team in Spain. The Catalonia Football Federation...

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Portugal Call Cristiano Ronaldo World Cup Bosnia Match Real Madrid furious

2009-11-09T18:25:49+00:00

Portugal national manager Carlos Queiroz announced that he was calling up the winger for next week's World Cup playoffs against Bosnia-Herzegovina, saying that he would like Ronaldo to play 'even if just for a few minutes.' |Portugal Call Cristiano Ronaldo World Cup Bosnia Match Real Madrid furious Real Madrid and the Portuguese football federation have gone to war over Cristiano Ronaldo. Portugal national manager Carlos Queiroz announced that he was calling up Ronaldo for next week's...

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hurricane Ida no longer hurricane, Gulf hurricane Ida warnings downgraded

2009-11-09T15:20:18+00:00

The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami downgraded Ida to a tropical storm Monday morning after its top sustained winds dropped to near 70 mph. |Hurricane Ida no longer hurricane, Gulf hurricane Ida warnings downgraded Hurricane Ida is no longer a hurricane as it loses strength over the water on its way to a landfall on the U.S. Gulf Coast sometime early Tuesday. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami downgraded Ida to a tropical storm Monday morning after its top sustained winds...

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Spain Today 3 millon pre-pay mobiles cut off Mobile Phone turned Off

2009-11-09T14:42:03+00:00

The mandatory scheme - in which all pre-pay mobiles have to be assigned to an ID document - was a reaction to the terrorist attacks of 11 March 2004, where the perpetrators used such phones to activate bombs on several trains in Madrid, killing 191. |Spain Today 3 millon pre-pay mobiles cut off Mobile Phone turned Off Spanish mobile phone operators last night cut off turn off an estimated three to four million pre-pay mobile phones whose owners off Mobile Phones had not followed government...

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Spain Online news on Spanish news in English on your mobile now

2009-11-09T13:44:19+00:00

News has become an integral part of our life. It is important to know about the news around us. Importantly everyone must be aware of the fact that each person should be aware of the whether and climatic conditions so as you can plan travel accordingly. |Spain Online news on Spanish news in English on your mobile now Spain News 09/11/2009 ---- in today’s world environment, the climatic conditions in Spain have become very instable and have forced everyone to keep updated News on the climatic...

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Sevilla vs Villarreal 3-2 Result Score Goals 08/11/2009 La Liga Primera Division

2009-11-09T05:26:30+00:00

Sevilla now have 22 points from 10 games, one point more than Valencia, who beat Zaragoza 3-1 earlier |Sevilla vs Villarreal 3-2 Result Score Goals 08/11/2009 La Liga Primera Division Sevilla recovered third place in the Spanish league on Sunday with an eventful 3-2 home win over lively Villarreal, with two goals from Brazilian hitman Luis Fabiano. Sevilla now have 22 points from 10 games, one point more than Valencia, who beat Zaragoza 3-1 earlier Sunday. Sevilla are three points...

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On This Day 9th November 1985: America welcomes Prince Charles and Princess Diana

2009-11-09T05:14:46+00:00

They mixed with movie stars, such as Clint Eastwood, John Travolta, Tom Selleck and the singer Neil Diamond as well as politicians and businessmen. |On This Day 9th November 1985: America welcomes Prince Charles and Princess Diana Prince Charles and Princess Diana have ended the first day of their much-vaunted trip to the USA at a gala dinner in the Washington, hosted by President Reagan and his wife Nancy. They mixed with movie stars, such as Clint Eastwood, John Travolta, Tom Selleck...

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Fedor Emelianenko beat Brett Rogers second-round knockout TKOs M-1 Global Strikeforce

2009-11-09T04:54:51+00:00

Rogers connected with Fedor early and made him bleed from the nose, and he more than acquitted himself in the fight, getting control of Fedor on the ground and looking better against Fedor than any opponent has in the last few years. |Fedor Emelianenko beat Brett Rogers second-round knockout TKOs M-1 Global Strikeforce M-1 Global Strikeforce Fedor Emelianenko vs Brett Rogers show the best fighter in the history of mixed martial arts did it again on Saturday night, as Russia's Fedor...

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Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo Fails to Match Beckham Sales Boom for Real Madrid

2009-11-09T04:48:52+00:00

Real Madrid, which gets a cut of uniform sales, said Sept. 20 it expects a 3.5 percent rise in total revenue to 421.7 million euros ($626 million) in the year through June 2010 |Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo Fails to Match Beckham Sales Boom for Real Madrid Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo, soccer’s most expensive player, can’t match the sales boom David Beckham triggered at Real Madrid. Sales of Adidas AG team jerseys are as much as 75 percent lower than when Beckham joined in 2003, according...

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Spain’s ambassador in Kenya, Somali Prime Minister “Alakrana”, captured by Somali pirates Meeting

2009-11-09T04:37:28+00:00

They will hold an "emergency meeting" in Nairobi to develop "a strategy" that allows a solution to the ongoing saga regarding the kidnapping of tuna fishing ship "Alakrana", captured by Somali pirates |Spain's ambassador in Kenya, Nicolás Martín Cinto, and Somali Prime Minister Ali Omar Abdirashid Sharmarke, meet tomorrow about Alakrana", captured by Somali pirates They will hold an "emergency meeting" in Nairobi to develop "a strategy" that allows a solution to the ongoing saga regarding the...

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Argentine photographer, Luis Rivas Humberto Ribeiro, died in Barcelona at the age of 72.

2009-11-09T04:17:19+00:00

The ceremony for his death will be held tomorrow at 13.00 in Les Corts in Barcelona, according to Funeral Services in Barcelona |Argentine photographer, Luis Rivas Humberto Ribeiro, died in Barcelona at the age of 72. Rivas was awarded the 1997 National Photography Prize of the Spanish Ministry of Culture, and on Monday was to receive the Gold Medal for Artistic Merit of the City of Barcelona. The ceremony for his death will be held tomorrow at 13.00 in Les Corts in Barcelona, according to...

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