Gurgaon in preparation mode for CWG shooting event

GURGAON – Authorities in this satellite town of the national capital are gearing up to host the shooting event of the Commonwealth Games with various plans for disaster management and emergencies in the pipeline.

The fire department has been asked to prepare a disaster management plan for the shooting event, officials said Friday.
“The plan … Read : Gurgaon in preparation mode for CWG shooting event.

Ashley Cole’s glamour girl landed in two sex scandals while at a top school

London, July (ANI): Elle Hartley, who is holidaying with England footballer Ashley Cole, landed in two sex scandals while at a top school.

The glamour girl, 20, sparked an uproar when she sent a video of pleasuring herself with a sex toy to boyfriend’s mobile at the age of 15 – only to find it … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Ashley Cole’s glamour girl landed in two sex scandals while at a top school.

Malaysians’ sex lives not affected by World Cup

KUALA LUMPUR – A survey has shown that despite staying up late to watch the World Cup matches, the sex lives of Malaysians have not been affected.

The Star-Adidas Loudest Noise Survey found that only 2 percent of those who answered “Yes” said they quarrelled with their spouse or partner because of the matches and only [..] Read the original article: here.

Spain bulls gore 1 runner, toss others into air in 3rd race of San Fermin fest

Spain bulls gore 1 runner, toss others into air

PAMPLONA, Spain – One man was gored and two others injured in a panic-filled third running of the bulls Friday at Spain’s San Fermin festival that saw at least three people sent airborne by the beasts.
One of the six bulls caused more chaos when he separated from …. Original source  : Spain bulls gore 1 runner, toss others into air in 3rd race of San Fermin fest.

Pat Riley And The Trio

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Miami Heat team president Pat Riley has received immense praise after LeBron James announced that he is heading for the Miami Heats on Thursday. Considered one of the most successful coaches in the NBA, Pat Riley has played a crucial role in bringing together the fabulous combination of LeBron James, Chris … Read more >>>.

Lang in lead, wants to stay there, at US Women’s Open

Lang surprises with 69 at US Women’s Open
OAKMONT, Pa. – Brittany Lang knows what it is like to lead the U.S. Women’s Open after one round. What she is determined to do this time is be in front after the final round, too.

“It’s out there if you want it,” Lang said after her opening-round 69 … Read more »»».

Indian team leaves for Sri Lanka, Dhoni to join Saturday

CHENNAI – The Indian team left on Friday for Sri Lanka to play three Tests and a tri-nation ODI series, starting July 18.
Skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni will join the team a day later as he is to receive an honorary membership of the Madras Cricket Club this evening.
Reserve stumper Wriddhiman Saha … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Indian team leaves for Sri Lanka, Dhoni to join Saturday.

After triple in Italy, Wesley Sneijder is going for 4th trophy in World Cup final

After triple in Italy, Sneijder goes for World Cup

JOHANNESBURG – Besides leading his team to the World Cup final, Dutch star Wesley Sneijder can make some history as an individual player.
Already, Sneijder has a triple of titles to his credit this season with Inter Milan – Italian league, cup and Champions League – and he …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : After triple in Italy, Wesley Sneijder is going for 4th trophy in World Cup final.

Many Afrikaners cheer for Netherlands in World Cup final because of Dutch heritage

Afrikaners for Dutch in WCup because of heritage

JOHANNESBURG – For some South Africans, there is still a “home” team to cheer for in the World Cup final.
When the Netherlands faces Spain on Sunday at Soccer City, a sizable portion of the Afrikaner population will be watching closely, and mostly because of their Dutch roots.
“I feel … Read more : Many Afrikaners cheer for Netherlands in World Cup final because of Dutch heritage.

Tiger Woods’ wife ‘may take kids to Sweden post-divorce’

NEW YORK – Tiger Woods’ wife Elin Nordegren may reportedly head back to Sweden with her kids, Sam, 3, and Charlie, 2, after her official split with the golfer.
According to the sources, one of the terms in the couple’s divorce agreement stipulates that Nordegren has permission to take her two … Read more >>>.

Tough Tour de France start has 7-time winner Armstrong pining for old days

Tough Tour start has Armstrong pining for old days

MONTARGIS, France – The dangerously chaotic start to this year’s Tour de France has seven-time champion Lance Armstrong pining for another era of cycling, when a handful of riders controlled races and risks were easier to limit.
Even though riders have been in the saddle for only six …. Read the original article  : here.

Future dim for South Africa’s World Cup stadia

JOHANNESBURG – For the past month the world has oohed and aahed at the bevy of glittering football stadia built by South Africa for the World Cup.

From Johannesburg’s Soccer City to Cape Town’s Green Point Stadium and Durban’s Moses Mabhida, the architectural and technological mastery on show in the six new (or nearly new in …. Source  : Future dim for South Africa’s World Cup stadia.

‘Bond’ Button and ‘villain’ Hamilton dismiss Webber’s suggestions of messy spat

LONDON – British Formula One racing drivers Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button have dismissed Red Bull driver Mark Webber’s suggestions of a growing feud between the McLaren teammates.

Hamilton, leading the current standings, entered into the spirit of things by kidding their relationship had entered the realm of James Bond.

“We’re working very much on … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Bond’ Button and ‘villain’ Hamilton dismiss Webber’s suggestions of messy spat.

Fernando Torres thanks Kasabian for helping Spain reach WC final

LONDON – Spanish footballer Fernando Torres has thanked British rock band Kasabian for helping Spain get to the World Cup final.

Torres, 26, who is a huge fan of the band and plays their songs before every big game, paid tribute to them.

“Club Foot has got us to the final, so I would like to give …. Original article  : Fernando Torres thanks Kasabian for helping Spain reach WC final.

Dutch and Spanish football closely connected for 40 years

MADRID – In many ways it is appropriate that Spain’s opponents in Sunday’s World Cup final will be the Netherlands.

For almost 200 years the Netherlands were Spanish colonies, and the Spanish influence can still be perceived there in architecture and art.
With regards to football, both countries share a tradition of attractive, attacking football, and … Read : Dutch and Spanish football closely connected for 40 years.

BBC sacks Bleakley over romance with footie star Lampard

LONDON – BBC One Show babe Christine Bleakley has been sensationally sacked by the company for romancing England football star Frank Lampard.

The presenter was supposed to return to The One Show sofa next week for her last two months at its helm, the Daily Star reports.

But the show’s top brass have pulled the plug … Read : BBC sacks Bleakley over romance with footie star Lampard.

Indian helps Kiwis take bronze at ‘Nerd Olympics’in Poland

AUCKLAND – An Indian has helped New Zealand to win the bronze medal at this year’s Nerd Olympics.

Vinny Kumar and three others — Kayo Lakadia, Steve Ward, Chanyeol Yoo-secured the 2010 Microsoft Imagine Cup.

The Auckland University engineering students helped New Zealand secure the best result at the prestigious event in Poland, stuff.co.nz reports. … Read more >>.

Hussey, Ponting hit centuries to rescue Australia from warm-up embarrassment

LONDON – Australian batsman Mike Hussey and skipper Ricky Ponting rescued the Aussies from a potentially embarrassing outing against Derbyshire in their only warm-up game before next week’s first Test against Pakistan at Lord’s.
The visitors lost three early wickets and were reeling at 3-47 before centuries from the pair laid the foundations … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Hussey, Ponting hit centuries to rescue Australia from warm-up embarrassment.

World Cup-forecasting parakeet becomes Singapore sensation, picks Netherlands in final

S’pore World Cup-forecasting parakeet picks Dutch

SINGAPORE – A crowd of soccer fans leans forward as Mani, Singapore’s World Cup-forecasting parakeet, creeps out of his small wooden cage and chooses between two white cards – one hiding the flag of the Netherlands, the other Spain.
If the bird’s many new believers are right, Holland will win its …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : World Cup-forecasting parakeet becomes Singapore sensation, picks Netherlands in final.

1 person gored in panic-filled 3rd running of the bulls at Spain’s San Fermin festival

1 gored in 3rd San Fermin bull run
PAMPLONA, Spain – One man was gored and two others injured in a panic-filled third running of the bulls Friday at Spain’s San Fermin festival.

The run lasted 6 minutes, 23 seconds – more than double the usual time – after one of the six bulls separated from the …. Original article  : 1 person gored in panic-filled 3rd running of the bulls at Spain’s San Fermin festival.