Win ODI tickets! Nov 17, 2009
After their defeat in the ICC Champions Trophy to the same opponent, the Proteas will be looking to get one over the Poms in the first match of the five-match series ... That series ended with a 1-1 draw and now Standard Bank, sole sponsor of the International Pro20 and ODI cricket teams and all interantional ODI matches, and iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
› Saru demands answers Nov 17, 2009
The SA Rugby Union has written to the French Rugby Union (FFR) expressing the country's "dismay" at the performance of the national anthem before last Friday's Test match in Toulouse ... "I congratulate France on their [20-13] victory in the Test match, but look forward to their response on this important issue.". (iAfrica.com)
England bowlers a worry for AB Nov 17, 2009
De Villiers said the Proteas had been somewhat puzzled that specialist legspin bowler Adil Rashid was taken off after only one over in the second Standard Bank Prot20 match in Centurion on Sunday ... "Hes a class captain. He showed it in the Ashes. "To handle the last Test match the way he did, hes obviously very, very good, and its going to be a great challenge between him and Graeme Smith ... " De Villiers raised a laugh when one of the British journalists, playing a few mind games of her... (iAfrica.com)
Habana cited for 'kick' Nov 17, 2009
Springbok wing Bryan Habana is due to appear before the an International Rugby Board-appointed judicial officer, Lorne Crerar of Scotland, as a result of a citing arising from the Test match between France and South Africa in Toulouse last Friday, November 13. The citing lodged by the IRB's citing commissioner for the match, Scott Nowland (Australia), is for allegedly kicking an opponent, in contravention of Law 10 ... France won the match 20-13. (iAfrica.com)
Boks seek redemption Nov 17, 2009
South Africans with long memories will remember the disastrous tour of 1965 when the Springboks went to Ireland and Scotland, played five matches, as they are doing this time, and did not win a single one of them ... This could just be a great match - skilful friend playing skilful friend at a wonderful venue, on a night when the rain promises to stay at home. (iAfrica.com)
› Was Dumisane sabotaged? Nov 17, 2009
"They [the match organizers] gave me an old microphone - a very old one," he told Johannesburg-based 702 radio station on Monday. His monitor - a device that allows performers to hear how they sound - was also very old and discordant, he said. (iAfrica.com)
Captain in the Cauldron Nov 16, 2009
He shares funny, embarrassing and touching moments his botched proposal to his wife, Roxy; playing 'good cop, bad cop' with Victor Matfield and the match officials; bonding over post-match drinks and trashing rooms at Monte Casino, and the jokers of the Bok squad. Rugby 101. (iAfrica.com)
A few steps from heaven Nov 16, 2009
The menu focuses on seasonal typically-Tuscan fare, and theres an excellent sommelier on hand to assist with pairing local wines to match the food ... The romantic setting, twinkling lights of Florence below, piano music in the background, and superlative service matched to excellently-prepared food with exceptional wines truly make for the experience of a lifetime. (iAfrica.com)
Proteas player ratings Nov 16, 2009
South Africa hammered England by 84 runs in the second T20 match at Centurion on Sunday ... Wasnt used as a bowler either, making it a largely uneventful match for the big man. (iAfrica.com)
England edge Proteas Nov 16, 2009
AB de Villiers and Albie Morkel could manage only six runs and were one short of the par score when rain ended the match at the end of the over ... England lost Joe Denly to the first ball of the match, bowled by Charl Langeveldt, and Alastair Cook followed in the fourth over ... The second and final match in the series will be played at Centurion on Sunday. (iAfrica.com)
Date with disaster Nov 15, 2009
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Obama: No "Political Theater" Over Hasan Nov 15, 2009
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'I sung beautifully' Nov 15, 2009
The reggae singer the Springboks accused of butchering the anthem before the 20-13 Test match defeat to France told AFP Saturday that he thought he had "sung beautifully" ... "Everyone at the stadium told me I sang well, even after the match. The Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika has been my tune since a baby," he said ... Speaking after the match on Friday, Bok vice-captain Victor Matfield said Dumisani's rendition of the anthem had taken some of the wind out of the Springbok sails just moments before a... (iAfrica.com)
Brit Wins Memory Olympics Nov 15, 2009
The three time international champion faced down stiff competition in events that included matching names to faces and memorizing 4,000 numbers in sequence ... But in London, suffering from jet lag, he just wasn't a match for his opponents, male or - much rarer - female ... But she's got her eye on fierce and growing competition from China which fielded a big team this year - the only ones with matching tracksuits. (CBS News)
Genetic love matches go cheek swab to cheek swab Nov 15, 2009
GenePartner, a Swiss company that works with matchmakers and dating sites, has tested more than 1,000 people, according to chief scientific officer Tamara Brown ... Holzle wouldn't reveal membership numbers, but GenePartner, a Swiss company that works with matchmakers and dating sites, has tested more than 1,000 people, according to chief scientific officer Tamara Brown ... In fact, he is planning to phase out the dating part of the site he started in 2007 to market the tests directly to... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Coulter: Payback Time for Palin vs. McCain Nov 14, 2009
Every wrestling match needs a "bad guy" and she knows how to play that role and how to work a crowd. As TV news and commentary, however, it's a total waste of time. (CBS News)
France down Boks Nov 14, 2009
This team which had enjoyed the edge in penalties for and against in their six Tri-Nations matches lost the penalty count this time all right - 14-5 ... They were close again in the match, as the Springboks were only once - at the lost line-out ... The second penalty of the match was against John Smit at a tackle and Julien Dupuy goaled. (iAfrica.com)
Boks fume at anthem Nov 14, 2009
The French crowd found the mockery of their rivals' anthem humorous, the Boks were cringing while it was sung and fumed after the match ... "We were annoyed with the fact that the French disrespect our anthem," De Villiers told a post-match media briefing ... Things are starting to take shape, this match would have pleased our glorious ancestors," France coach Marc Lievremont said. "It is a satisfaction that we were able to control the game, in terms of our kicking and handling. (iAfrica.com)
Galaxy Headed To MLS Cup After 2-0 Win Over Dynamo Nov 14, 2009
The Galaxy will play in its first MLS Cup final since 2005 on Nov. 22 in Seattle against the winner of Saturday's Eastern Conference final match between Chicago and Real Salt Lake. Los Angeles will make its sixth MLS Cup final appearance since the league began in 1996. (CBS News)
Raiders do it again to Trinity Nov 14, 2009
They changed the defense and we changed up, so it was a little bit of a chess match at the end, ONeil said. Defensively, the time on the field for Trinity was hard to take. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
U.S. to Seek Death Penalty in 9/11 Cases Nov 14, 2009
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› Tough in Toulouse Nov 14, 2009
In the three Tri-Nations matches in South Africa, they were penalised just under half as much as their opponents ... Head to Head: The most important contest could be that between France's new captain Thierry Dusautoir and South Africa's new player Heinrich Brssow who in a few matches has risen to stardom ... That means in 16 matches, two have been drawn and France and South Africa have each won seven. (iAfrica.com)
Obama vows engaged role Nov 14, 2009
But he did not spell out detailed US policy changes to match his political rhetoric, or explain how he could reconcile his pledges with his limited political room for maneuver on issues like free trade for example. Obama arrived in Tokyo on Friday and met Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama, lauding the US-Japan alliance and signalling flexibility on the thorny issue of the relocation of a US military base on the island of Okinawa. (iAfrica.com)
'Melo Gets Better Of Artest As Nuggets Whip Lakers Nov 14, 2009
Ron Artest, Lakers No Match For Carmelo Anthony, Who Leads Nuggets To 105-79 Win Over L.A.. Font size. (CBS News)
Croke Park awaits epic battle... Nov 14, 2009
" Australia overcame England at Twickenham last Saturday, winning 18-9, but were outplayed in the opening forty minutes of the match. Their second half performance certainly warranted the victory but Robbie Deans' coaching staff would not have left London too satisfied with what they had seen. Last weekend's biggest shining light for the Wallabies was the Man-of-the-Match winning performance of scrumhalf Will Genia. Dictating the pace of the game and showing great strength around the breakdown... (iAfrica.com)
Genetic love match? Dating sites try DNA tests Nov 13, 2009
Some genetic testing companies are promising to match couples based on the DNA testing, touting the benefits of biological compatibility. The companies claim that a better biological match will mean better sex, less cheating, longer-lasting love and perhaps even healthier children ... "How many dating services can you think of where they can suggest you might have better children?" said Eric Holzle, founder of ScientificMatch. (MSNBC -- Health)
Managing your nerd Nov 13, 2009
i'm all smiles after reading it, it's curious how exactly many of your characterizations match ... " When does this happen? ON Eileen wrote: Most non-nerds who know me think I'm a total nerd, and superficially, I am. I work in IT and software development, I'm on the computer almost all the time outside of work, I wear glasses, and I come across as socially awkward and aloof. But after reading this article, it seems like I'm not really a nerd, at least according to this definition. Mainly, I... (Harper's Magazine)
Watson was a cancer - Smit Nov 13, 2009
He was appalled at the treatment meted out to former Sharks captain Wayne Fyvie - a true son of KwaZulu-Natal, who had put his body on the line in every match. Smit is, however, very passionate about the Sharks and full of praise for their set-up. (iAfrica.com)
Bringing back Benni Nov 13, 2009
Fitness is probably the greater issue, both physically there appears to be rather more of Benni than there has been in the past, and hes almost in danger of being mistaken for his brother Jerome and in terms of match fitness, where his role at Blackburn is dangerously peripheral. But set against those two concerns is the simple rider that Benni McCarthy is South Africas best striker by some distance, and that while Bernard Parker played exceptionally in the Confederations Cup, he is the man to... (iAfrica.com)
Donald J. Trump Partners with TV One on a Groundbreaking New Reality Series Entitled, 'Omarosa's Ultimate Merger' Nov 11, 2009
Voted America's #1 reality TV villain by TV Guide, Omarosa has yet to meet her match ... But these guys will fight back, and Omarosa may just meet her match ... "We know people like to watch dating shows and the drama within is always a draw, so we expect this series where successful singles match wits in the game of love to be highly fascinating, and entertaining. We look forward to working with Donald J. Trump, Trump Productions, and Juma Entertainment to bring this new series to our... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ladyjacks Final Week Begins Tuesday Versus McNeese Nov 11, 2009
FOR STARTERS SFA is in the Southland Conference Tournament, but with three matches remaining on the schedule it is has opportunity to secure as high as the No. 3 seed in the tournament ... The Ladyjacks are coming off a split of two matches last weekend, picking up a win at Northwestern State before falling 3-0 to Central Arkansas in a match that clinched the Sugar Bears' first ever Southland Conference title ... FOLLOW THE LADYJACKS Each of SFA's three matches this week can be followed online... (Sfajacks.com)
Carter gets one week Nov 11, 2009
Ironically a match he was likely to have sat out anyway as the All Blacks' tour rotation policy kicks in. A statement issued on behalf of the English official said: "Daniel Carter acknowledged responsibility, and had already apologised for, his high tackle on Martin Roberts, Wales's replacement scrumhalf. "The sanction of one week reflected the low entry point in the IRB's table of sanctions for the offence, together with the maximum allowance for the mitigating factors involved. (iAfrica.com)
German 'keeper in suicide Nov 11, 2009
However, once I resumed training I felt really well," said Enke, who played his last match for the club in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Hamburg. His death left those closest to him both personally and professionally in total shock. "We're in shock. I don't know what to say," said national manager Oliver Bierhoff, who along with national coach Joachim Lowe informed his fellow international team-mates - who are preparing for a friendly with Chile this weekend, of the tragedy. His club president Martin... (iAfrica.com)
Benni: I was hurting Nov 11, 2009
" McCarthy added that he was impressed by South Africa's recent performances despite their run of poor results. "I have watched every match this year ... " McCarthy admitted, however, that there was a lot of pressure on Bafana to bounce back under Parreira after eight defeats in their last nine matches under Santana. "This is a good Bafana squad. (iAfrica.com)
Meet middle aged singles Nov 11, 2009
I think we both knew from the beginning that we had met our match, our special someone. Thanks RSVP for letting me meet such a wonderful man, who would ordinarily have never crossed my path. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
An oasis no match for bulldozers and bureaucrats Nov 10, 2009
Monday, November 09, 2009. Give us YOUR Weekly Opinion. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Gatland upsets Kiwis Nov 10, 2009
The Welsh coach launched a fairly pointed post-match attack on Carter's desperation high tackle that went unpunished by match referee Craig Joubert. Gatland went as far as to say the non-decision in the 71st-minute, with Wales trailing 9-19, could have cost his team a chance of a famous upset over the All Blacks. (iAfrica.com)
We must be ruthless - Arthur Nov 10, 2009
Coach Mickey Arthur said on Monday that he was reasonably pleased with the team's performance in the first match, but was looking for a better performance in the second ... Arthur conceded that there had been some problems at the tail-end of Sunday's match, when Tatenda Taibu and Stuart Matsikenyeri put together a partnership of 188 at nearly a run a ball ... Zimbabwe made 146 for one in the last 21 overs of the match, out of a total of 250 for six. (iAfrica.com)
Bucs too good for Celtic Nov 9, 2009
Orlando Pirates ended their seven match winless streak when they clobbered Bloemfontein Celtic 3-1 at the Orlando Stadium on Sunday to get their Absa Premiership season back on track ... But the Cameroon keeper could not prevent Thwala from hammering home Bucs second goal from the resultant corner and setting up Bucs with their first league win in eight matches ... But the day was marred when Josephs and his captain Lucky Lekgwathi got into a shoving match 10 minutes from the end when Josephs... (iAfrica.com)
Aussies seal series win Nov 9, 2009
Doug Bollinger took 5-35 and Shane Watson hit 49 as Australia thrashed India by six wickets to win the sixth one-day international and the seven-match series 4-2 on Sunday. Bollinger combined with fellow left-arm quick Mitchell Johnson (3-39) to bowl out India for 170 in 48 overs before Watson's run-a-ball knock guided the world champions to 172-4 with 8. (iAfrica.com)
Dating in the downturn: Well met by clublight Nov 9, 2009
Corporate cupids such as eHarmony, an American firm that claims to be responsible for 236 weddings a day in the United States, and Meetic, a French company which recently bought the biggest online-dating firm in Britain, Match ... Another new firm, eLove, sets up personal matchmakers ... One danger, though, for the love merchants: if they make too many lifelong matches, they will find their client base significantly reduced. (The Economist)
Italy lift Fed Cup Nov 9, 2009
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Strauss leads England romp Nov 9, 2009
Andrew Strauss hit an unbeaten century as England romped to an eight-wicket win in a 50-overs warm-up match against the Warriors franchise team at the Diamond Oval on Sunday. It was England's second successive big win after they crushed the Eagles by 185 runs in their opening match in Bloemfontein two days earlier ... Just five days away from the opening international match of the tour, a Twenty20 international in Johannesburg Friday, England were without two pace bowlers because of injury. (iAfrica.com)
Print giving way to Net Nov 9, 2009
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Ajax edge out Aces Nov 9, 2009
Ajax Cape Town edged home with an injury-time goal to beat Black Aces 2-1 in a topsy-turvy Premier League match that was as changeable as the weather at the Puma Rugby Stadium in Witbank on Sunday afternoon ... "I'll be grateful for the break," said Troughton afterwards while referring to a week that has been designated by Fifa for international matches. (iAfrica.com)
KP to boost England Nov 8, 2009
The Middlesex batsman was part of that side, playing in all four games, and was one of three players to make half-centuries during England's opening match of their South Africa tour, when they crushed the Diamond Eagles by 185 runs on Friday. Captain Andrew Strauss made 72, while Jonathan Trott hit 85 to stake his claim and Morgan believes it is an ideal situation to be in. (iAfrica.com)
Is Dr. Drew's sexual healing bad for you? Nov 8, 2009
Are Leslie and her new boyfriend a good match. making it possible to run with episodes like the recent instant classic where officials from Pawnee's sister city in Venezuela come to visit. (Salon)
Australia win Nov 8, 2009
Coming into the match under pressure from the media, Robbie Deans' men struggled during the first half but flicked the switch at the break and scored 13 unanswered points in the second forty to deservedly win the match ... Observing a minutes silence before the match in memory of those lost in the armed forces, it didn't take long for Twickenham to find it's full voice ... A positive start to the match from England saw their forwards securing a couple good lineout wins through Tom Croft and... (iAfrica.com)
Bok captain heading home Nov 8, 2009
Ralepelle and prop Gurthr Steenkamp will both return to South Africa, after being injured during the Springboks' opening tour match against Leicester at Welford Road on Friday - a disappointing 17-22 defeat ... Tighthead Jannie du Plessis is also doubtful starter for the first Test of the Boks' five-match tour, against France in Toulouse next Friday (November 13), after he injured his hand against the Tigers ... Ralepelle entered the tour with an injury shadow hanging over him, after the hooker... (iAfrica.com)
Beast cleared to play Nov 8, 2009
In what appears to be some extraordinary political interference in rugby, the Sports Ministry had attempted to block the participation of burly prop, Mtawarira, in the Boks' five-match trip - which will see them play Tests against France, Italy and Ireland ... The midweek selection departed for England last week, to prepare for Friday's opening tour match, and will join up with the Test starting XV in Toulouse next week - ahead of the opening international against France next Friday, November 13... (iAfrica.com)
Irish Set For BIG EAST Title Game Clash With Marquette Nov 8, 2009
the Fighting Irish will meet the Marquette Golden Eagles in the BIG EAST Championship match on Sunday afternoon ... Prior to the 2009 matchup, it also happened in 2007, 2005, 2002, 2000 and 1999 ... Scouting The Golden Eagles The Golden Eagles advanced to the BIG EAST Championship match versus the Irish by virtue of a 1-0 semifinal win over West Virginia on Friday evening at Morrone Stadium. (Und.com)
Leicester sting Bok Bs Nov 7, 2009
That the match ended a try apiece did not tell the story of Tigers' courage and resolve ... Those 24 000 eager fans in the cold would no doubt have swapped a match of limited appeal for a match won any day of the week ... First Pienaar kicked a penalty for a tackle infringement and then Earl Rose, who had a good match, had two good moments, first a high kick that bounced and then, when the Springboks won a turnover off Lucas Amorosino, Rose flicked the most delicate of grubbers behind the... (iAfrica.com)
Sascoc suspends ASA Nov 7, 2009
The Point brings you the first of many political deathmatches: Fikile Mbalula vs Kader Asmal ... Sascoc said it had no intention of "becoming involved in a mud- slinging to-and-fro slanging match conducted in the media," adding that it was following "due process and protocol". (iAfrica.com)
Government backs Sascoc Nov 7, 2009
The Point brings you the first of many political deathmatches: Fikile Mbalula vs Kader Asmal. Government backs Sascoc. (iAfrica.com)
Sex ed gets another endorsement Nov 7, 2009
He was cartoonishly masculine and he made me feel stereotypically feminine, which I am not; it made me constantly want to challenge him to an arm-wrestling match ... A year ago, I decided to take a brief hookup hiatus and then, unexpectedly, met a man who is emotionally available and comfortably, not defensively, masculine -- I've never felt the need to challenge him to an arm-wrestling match. (Salon)
Crushing win for England Nov 7, 2009
England started their tour of South Africa with a crushing 185-run over the Diamond Eagles in a 50-overs match in Bloemfontein on Friday ... England play a second warm-up match against the Warriors franchise in Kimberley Sunday before returning to Bloemfontein for a Twenty20 match against South Africa A on Tuesday ahead of two Twenty20 internationals and five one-day internationals against South Africa. (iAfrica.com)
Gibbs sees Cobras home Nov 7, 2009
Herschelle Gibbs steered the Cape Cobras to a six-wicket win with an undefeated ton in the MTN40 match against the Dolphins at Newlands on Friday evening. The Cobras replied with a match winning 248/8 after the Dolphins scored 243/4 in their innings ... Stiaan van Zyl (25 off 31) also weighed in with a useful knock before Man of the Match Gibbs and Ontong took control of the match. (iAfrica.com)
Bok player ratings Nov 7, 2009
The South Africans' lack off preparation time heading into the match was clearly evident as they struggled to find cohesion as a unit, while the more galvanised and experienced Tigers exploited the poor weather conditions. Len Kaplan rates the Springbok players. (iAfrica.com)
'SA will be fired up' Nov 6, 2009
South Africa skipper Graeme Smith was denied a runner during his innings of 141 after being struck down by cramp in what was a crucial match for the tournament hosts, with the eventual 22-run loss in Pretoria putting the hosts out of the competition ... The Sussex all-rounder trained with the rest of his team during a rain-interrupted session at the University of the Free State on Wednesday morning as they prepared for Friday's opening tour match - a 50-over encounter against the Diamond Eagles... (iAfrica.com)
Women's Soccer Wraps Up Regular Season At Gonzaga Nov 6, 2009
The Broncos kept the Pilots, who have been averaging over four goals a game this season, contained for most of the game and had several chances to tie up the match, outshooting Portland 14-7, but couldn't find the net to pull off one of the biggest upsets of the year ... FOLLOW SANTA CLARA ONLINE Live stats for the Gonzaga match will be available on CBS College Sports' Gametracker and live video on will be on Gonzaga's CBS College Sports All-Access channel. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Ancestry.com Raises $100 Million in IPO Nov 6, 2009
The president, CEO and director of the company, Timothy Sullivan, was president and CEO of Match. com, a dating site run by Internet company IAC/InterActiveCorp. (Newsmax)
Win Cobras tickets! Nov 5, 2009
com has 10 sets of double-tickets for the Cape Cobras MTN 40 match against the Nashua Dolphins to give away. The MTN 40 exploded onto the domestic scene last week and on Friday evening at Newlands in Cape Town the Cobras and Doplhins will make sure it stays as explosive as ever. (iAfrica.com)
E-mailing a dating match rules Nov 5, 2009
E-mailing a dating match -- dos and don'ts - CNN.com ... E-mailing a dating match -- dos and don'ts ... When e-mailing a match from an online dating service, keep it short, don't rant and ask a question. (CNN)
FSU Blanks Duke 2-0 Nov 5, 2009
The Seminoles advance to Friday's semifinal match for the seventh time in school history. Nov. 4, 2009. (Seminoles.com)
Federer crushes Seppi Nov 5, 2009
The top seed, a hometown hero at the St Jakobshalle, was invincible as he reached the last eight, winning his 17th straight match in Basel and his 57th of the season ... "It was a straightforward match, similar to my first round," said a relaxed Federer ... " Federer saved two break points in the routine win, with Seppi yet to win a set in their encounters. The Swiss improved to a 31-6 record in his career playing at home and has now won 36 of his last 37 matches. Federer will await a winner... (iAfrica.com)
