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Ness’s Notes (February 7)

In Monday's NBA, the 76ers went more than 15 minutes without an FG (0-for-19) in the second half and lost to Houston, 87-81. The Rockets are now 13-6 with both Ming and McGrady in the lineup and could make the playoffs by the end of the season. New Jersey won its 11th straight home game (8-3 ATS) by beating the

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Brent Sopel and hockey

Brent Sopel was part of the 1995 NHL entry draft and was selected by the Vancouver Canucks 144th overall. Sopel spent his first 2 years of junior hockey with the Saskatoon Blades of the Western Hockey League playing a limited number of games during both seasons. The last three years of Brent Sopel's hockey career were spent with the Swift

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Are “faith-based” non-Muslim institutions at greater risk of victimization and terrorist attacks?

The question really is: Are all organizations and institutions at increased risk of being victims and targets of terrorism? But do I really even need to ask this question? Unfortunately, I do. There are still many who simply don't understand violence and criminal victimization can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. The growing problem of terrorism The FBI

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Boston Celtics aim high at 09-10

The Boston Celtics are coming off a disappointing 7-game series loss to the Orlando Magic in the second round of the 2009 playoffs. All things considered, the Celtics should be satisfied with their playoff run given that they didn't have the team leader. team, Kevin Garnett. After one of the most exciting playoff series, first round or not, against the

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Michael Jordan’s legacy

Although he has been retired for several years, Michael Jordan is still widely regarded as the greatest basketball player to ever play the sport. His influence was felt not only in the way the game was played, but also in how it was perceived around the world. Ultimately, his excellence in his sport was instrumental in catapulting the popularity of

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