China tycoon’s mistress contest ends in tragedy

This is very funny but serious story from China. Due to ecobnomic downturn a married Chinese tycoon who could no longer afford to support his five mistresses so he held a contest to decide which one to keep. But the event took an unexpected finish. "THE loser of a bizarre...

Cluster bombs used in Sri Lanka war: UN

The United Nations have accused Sri Lanka of using cluster bomb in the ongoing offensive against tamil rebels. The UN said that they have confirmed report of  killing of 52 civilians in a shell attack at Suranthapuram (in Wanni region) last evening. However UN spokesman...

Florida, Oklahoma move to top of polls

"Florida moved to No. 1 in Sunday's Associated Press poll, Oklahoma is the new No. 1 in the USA Today coaches' poll and USC's victory over cross-town rival UCLA did little to promote the Trojans' far-fetched hopes...

India v Australia, 3rd Test: Match ends in draw

"The third test between India and Australia at Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi ended in a draw as the two sides decided that a result was not probable early in the afternoon session. Scorecard - India vs Australia - 3rd Test Earlier in the day, Gambhir and Dravid started their...

Anand out of contention at Bilbao Grand Slam

"World Champion Viswanathan Anand bowed out of contention for a top finish in the Bilbao Grand Slam final chess tournament after losing from a better position against Levon Aronian of Armenia in the eighth round. After suffering his second loss in the tournament, Anand’s...

Pole trek needs last explorer

"Descendants of Sir Ernest Shackleton and his team are looking for a final budding explorer to complete their ancestors' journey to the South Pole. Legend has it Sir Ernest recruited his expedition members with an advert promising "small wages", "constant danger" and a...

SMOKE IN THE WATER / Fiery final lap gives U.S. gold

Michael Phelps and the American team are off to a promising start in his quest for a record 8 olympic gold medals. At the same time, Jason Lezak this morning had an amazing performance."In one of the greatest anchor legs in swimming history, Lezak reeled in boastful Frenchman...

Wimbledon: Andy Murray fights back from a match point

What a comeback under pressure, now has a big meeting with Nadal in the quarters."Andy Murray produced a stunning fightback from two sets down to beat Richard Gasquet, thrilling a packed Centre Court in the...

Euro 2008: Portugal 2-3 Germany

Germany in to the Semis again, Portugal just not firing this time."Portugal 2-3 Germany BBC Radio 5 Live commentary Basel, 19 June 2008 606 debate | Blog Match report Live text Photos Player Rater Match stats ...

Greece Vs Spain Highlights - Euro 2008 Highlights

"Greece Vs Spain HighlightsEuro 2008 HighlightsUEFA EURO 2008 GROUP DDate: Wed 18th JuneKick Off: 19:45 BSTVenue: Stadion Wals-Siezenheim, SalzburgWatch Live Streaming: Greece Vs Spain Liveaddthis_pub =...

Euro 2008: Russia 2-0 Sweden & Greece 1-2 Spain

Russia through and Spain win all the group matches. Spain have a tough draw against Italy now, and the way the Russians are going Holland will have to be careful."Russia beat Sweden in Innsbruck to set up a clash...

Euro 2008: France 0-2 Italy & Netherlands 2-0 Romania

Italy grab the second spot to face Spain in quarter finals. France and Romania crash out, and the Dutch top the group unbeaten and looking strong to go into the next phase. France have had a nightmare Euro, a long...

Euro 2008: Greece 0-1 Russia

"Greece 0-1 Russia Salzburg, 14 June 2008 Euro 2008 day eight as it happened 606 debate | Blog Match report Greece quotes Russia quotes ...

Euro 2008: Austria 0-1 Croatia

"Austria 0-1 Croatia Vienna, 8 June 2008 Match reportPhotosMatch statsPlayer RaterwhichTab(); ...

Thompson finishes playing career

" Thompson finishes playing career Thompson made 551 club appearances in 17 years (Getty) Leeds United club captain Alan Thompson has announced his immediate...

closeSign in to NowPublic

is reporting from