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Frank Coppola Jr thought he had a once-in-a-lifetime season at Saratoga in 2008 when he set a seasonal win record (321) and was named Driver and Horseman of the Year.

French woman Jeanne Calment lived for more than 122 years, and her staggering age is the oldest to have been verified beyond reasonable doubt.

The spending spree of Real Madrid and Manchester City this summer has been met with excitement from their own supporters but criticisms and disgust elsewhere.

The IAAF Golden League series got off to an energetic start in Berlin on Sunday with a home star making a clear statement.

In the midst of the final stanza of the regular season, it's about time to look at award contenders. Here are the top defenseman of the year.

Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o scored twice to help Cameroon into the quarter finals and breaks Laurent Pokou's record of 14 Nations Cup goals.

The Atlantis The Palm's opening party saw the world's biggest and most expensive firework display and the most highly paid performance in entertainment history.

This article covers the aerial exploits of Herbert John Hinkler; Australia's Lone Eagle and his record breaking flights. He always flew solo and was a superb navigator.

Profiles of Black sportsmen and women who overcame humble beginnings and minority status to make outstanding contributions in their field

Breaking Benjamin have at last begun work on the follow up to 2006's Phobia with the hopes of releasing the new album before the close of 2009.

Global cooperation between NASA and other space administrations has led to breakthroughs at the International Space Station- including a growing space population.

The Oldest person in Britain celebrated her 112th birthday with family and friends, and is one of the oldest living people on Earth.

Exciting and full of eye-popping visual effects arrives 'Wanted,' a summer thriller that packs everything into the barrel of a gun and delivers it all.

CC Sabathia's seven-year, $161 million contract, the largest ever given to a pitcher, didn't surprise many baseball followers. However, it still warrants an analysis.

Soaring temperatures starting July 12, 1995 combined with air pollution and high humidity made life unbearable in the Midwest.

An overall increase in hurricane activity started in 1995 with 2005 proving to be the most active year including legendary hurricanes Katrina, Dennis, Rita and Wilma.

1930s female British pilot who became a celebrity, Amy Johnson broke several long- distance flying records, then ferried aircraft in World War II, eventually drowning.

Batu Caves of Kuala Lumpur are a major Pilgrimage and Tourist destination. Once a year they become the focus of the massive Thaipusam Festival.

David Alaba is one of the biggest young talents in the German football system. The 17-year-old Austrian also represents the biggest hope for the Alpine nation.

After receiving rave reviews from hosting the TONY's, the addition of Neil Patrick Harris will hopefully pull in ratings to an award show that has lost its luster.

Although tropical storm Claudette never became a hurricane, it produced more rainfall and flooding than many hurricanes that have occurred over the years.

The Hungarian side were red-hot favourites to take the fifth World Cup trophy in 1954. The Magnificent Magyars went to Switzerland unbeaten in twenty-eight games.

The Cleveland Indians sets numerous team and player marks as they scored 14 runs in the second inning of their 22-4 blowout of the New York Yankees.

Kansas even surpassed the feats it accomplished under legendary running back Gayle Sayers, as the Jayhawks used a stingy defense to win the most games in school history

Michael Schumacher could yet make a return to Formula One despite having retired in 2006 with a link-up with Ross Brawn at the new Mercedes GP team mooted.

Helen Krasner spent nearly a year walking right round the coast of her native land, gaining an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. She then wrote a book about it.

In 2003, Polly Vacher tried to fly round the world via both poles in a small plane. Her book tells the story of that amazing trip.

With the season slowly coming to a close, rumors are heating up about where stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Didier Drogba, Franck Ribery and Diego will play in 2009-10.

Even if you just want to sightsee, there are excellent discounts available to anyone over 65 at the celebrated snow playground in Colorado.

Sir Richard Branson is not your ordinary entrepreneur. He sets records in and out of the boardroom, distinguishing the Virgin brand as something different and hip.

The author of the Harry Potter series has revealed that a new volume of short stories, including a "commentary" from Professor Dumbledore, will be available from Dec 08.

Ohio lineage colt Well Said devastated the final NA Cup field with speed, gave owner Jeffrey Snyder a fourth event title, and set a new standard for the final heat.

Driving Well Said, Ron Pierce watched the final at June's North America Cup set up perfectly for his colt, and they blasted to the winner's circle in record time.

Its fans regard it as the most competitive conference in the nation, so watch out for the Pac-10's college football teams this year, even giving USC a run for its money.

Despite difficult market conditions 2008's investment in clean energy topped 2007 record investments by 5%, in large part as a result of emerging economies' investments.

McLaren Automotive, the new production wing of the top-flight Formula One team, recently released the details of its all-new sports car to go on sale in early 2011.

The Blitzen Benz was faster than any plane or train in existence at the time. After a brief racing career in Europe the car found fame stateside.

In the short history of modern women's football in England, one soccer team has grown to dominate the game: Arsenal Ladies Football Club.

The Umpqua River is becoming world renowned for its huge population of aggressive bass, and several southern Oregon reservoirs also have good angling for bronzebacks.

The Storm of the Century, also known as the Superstorm of 1993, Great Blizzard of 1993, the White Hurricane or No-Name Hurricane, hit Eastern U.S. and Canada.

The article touches on the career of P.G (Bill) Taylor; WWI flyer, airline captain, author . His incredible feat of bravery over the Tasman Sea will astound the reader.

This article examines A. E. Housman's poem, "To an Athlete Dying Young" and Paramahansa Yogananda's "The Dying Youth's Divine Reply," two contrasting views of death.

The global food shortage crisis could soon become a worldwide food shortage catastrophe as severe drought in major food-producing regions affects 2009-2010 harvests.

Venus and Serena Williams meeting in the final, Federer winning his record breaking grand slam. Another Wimbledon has come and gone, here are some final thoughts.

Every year, a multitude of Major League Baseball players hit milestone home runs. A trend has emerged where fans who catch them demand a hefty price for the ball.

It came as little surprise that the most popular search of 2009 in Google's Zeitgeist was when the King of Pop, Michael Jackson died on June 25 this year.

There are many choices people can make when looking for a great PC game and thankfully for PC game enthusiasts, a few companies constantly put out amazing products.

The girls received the British Gas swimming team's first medals after competing in the record breaking women's 400m Freestyle final at the 13th FINA World Championships.

Canadian animation stands tall at the OIAF, with luminaries like Richard Williams and the NFB appearing at the Festival.

Aviation is seen as a man's world. But various gift companies are making it more female friendly. Here are some suggestions for Christmas presents for women who fly.