Niger Delta Gang Leader Arrested, Killed: Sources (afp)
AFP – A gang leader from the restive oil-rich Niger Delta has been killed in Nigeria’s southern state of Bayelsa, a day after being arrested, sources said Wednesday. Read more
Nba Rescinds Technical Foul On Orlando Magic’s Dwight Howard In Eastern Conference Finals
The NBA announced Wednesday that it has rescinded Dwight Howard’s sixth technical foul of the playoffs, which he was given for taunting Anderson Varejao after a layup in the fourth quarter of the Magic’s 116-114 overtime victory Tuesday night. Read more
Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray Advance To French Open Third Round
Rafael Nadal stretched his French Open record to 30-0, beating Teimuraz Gabashvili of Russia 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 in the second round. Read more
Patrick Roy Decides Not To Coach Colorado Avalanche
Patrick Roy will not be the new coach of the Colorado Avalanche. Read more
Detroit Red Wings’ Nicklas Lidstrom, Pavel Datsyuk Out For Game 5
Red Wings coach Mike Babcock said this morning six-time Norris Trophy winner Nicklas Lidstrom and Hart Trophy nominee Pavel Datsyuk will not play Wednesday night in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. Read more