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Walter Payton: 10 things I learned from his new biography

From the new biography 'Sweetness: The Enigmatic Life of Walter Payton' by Jeff Pearlman, here are 10 memorable stories about the football star.
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Top 8 Putin moments: From Harley-riding bad boy to Formula One driver

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin is known for his displays of athletic prowess and daring feats, as well as the occasional croon before an audience. His visit this week to a Russian youth camp did not disappoint. Here are some of his most notable romps throughout Russia.

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2012 Indy 500: Who should you watch?

Indianapolis 500: The 96th running of the Indianapolis 500 this Sunday is a global race, including drivers from Brazil, England, Canada, and the US. But no one, not even Australian pole sitter Ryan Briscoe, is a surefire favorite.
Subtropical Storm Beryl: Dixie beachgoers batten down for big Memorial Day soak

It’s not the way Memorial Day event organizers from South Carolina to Florida wanted the unofficial summer kickoff to go, with Subtropical Storm Beryl bearing down, threatening beach barbecues, but sparing the big NASCAR race.
In Gear
Carroll Shelby: an icon for high-performance cars

Carroll Shelby, who died Thursday, gave up car racing to create the Cobra and high-performance models of the Ford Mustang, Dodge (Omni) Shelby, and other cars. Carroll Shelby was a 'one-man brand.' 
Backchannels
After Formula One scrutiny, Bahrain hires a fan of Saddam Hussein to improve its image

Well, nothing else is working.
Backchannels
Teargas on democracy protesters? Bahrain Grand Prix sponsors say 'no problem'

It appears the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix scheduled for this weekend will go on, despite the use of tear gas and rubber bullets on protesters there. Advertisers don't appear worried about any backlash.
Pressure mounts on Bahrain as hunger striker reaches 62nd day (+video)

Bahrain has been trumpeting its return to normalcy ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix that begins April 20. But now there is increasing pressure to cancel the car race.
Volkswagen buying motorcycle icon Ducati?

Volkswagen's premium car division, Audi, is considering buying Ducati for its light-engine know-how, according to a report. But Volkswagen, Ducati are not commenting.
Danica Patrick: How did she finish in 2012 Daytona 500?

Danica Patrick was in a five-car crash in the second lap. Danica Patrick didn't get back into the Daytona 500 until the 66th lap.
Fire and rain mar NASCAR Daytona 500, but Matt Kenseth wins (+video)

Matt Kenseth won NASCAR's Daytona 500, holding off a late charge by Dale Earnhardt early Tuesday morning. Rain and a big fuel fire delayed the Daytona 500 finish until 1 a.m.
The Vote
Mitt Romney at Daytona 500. Shouldn't he be in Michigan?

Mitt Romney was in Florida to attend the Daytona 500 on Sunday, when there was a make-or-break primary in two days in Michigan. The appearance could be indicative of Romney camp confidence.
2012 Daytona 500: Is Danica Patrick or Tony Stewart a better NASCAR story?

The Daytona 500 this Sunday gets NASCAR's 2012 season started with a big splash. Danica Patrick competes in her first full season of NASCAR.
Daytona 500: Tony Stewart and Matt Kenseth win qualifying races

The Daytona 500 is underway and defending NASCAR champion Tony Stewart and Matt Kenseth won the first two races to be lined up together at the Daytona International Speedway.
Walter Payton: 10 things I learned from his new biography

From the new biography 'Sweetness: The Enigmatic Life of Walter Payton' by Jeff Pearlman, here are 10 memorable stories about the football star.
Tim Thomas and the Obama snub: free speech or impolitic politics? (+video)

Tim Thomas, Boston Bruins netminder and Vezina Trophy winner, skipped a White House event Monday to honor the team's Stanley Cup-winning season. He cited a government that is 'threatening the rights, liberties, and property of the people.'
Putin belittles protesters as aimless, but promises 'transparency'

In his first comments since Saturday's protest, Vladimir Putin criticized those protesting his rule for having no clear plan or goals, and said the disputed Dec. 4 election would not be annulled.
Russia election: Putin promises changes, faces protests

Under pressure after Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's party won only a slim majority in parliament on Sunday and the opposition staged its biggest protest in Moscow for years, Putin responded by promising changes.
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Michelle Obama booed at NASCAR race. Was that to be expected?

Michelle Obama booed at NASCAR? That can't be too surprising, right? Maybe not, considering only 30 percent of NASCAR fans identify as Republicans.
Lady Gaga: Will singer wear a lettuce dress for Indian activists?

Lady Gaga is performing in India, and PETA activists asked Lady Gaga to forgo meat, and wear a dress made of lettuce.
Chapter & Verse
Racecar driving: even 100 years ago, excitement outweighed the danger

Charles Leerhsen's new book "Blood and Smoke: A True Tale of Mystery, Mayhem and the Birth of the Indy 500" details the wild early days of the sport.
IndyCar fans, officials mourn Dan Wheldon, search for answers

IndyCar officials have not yet addressed safety concerns about the motor sport, preferring to focus on mourning Dan Wheldon, as condolences continue to pour in from around the globe.
Dan Wheldon crash jars IndyCar future

Dan Wheldon death stalls momentum that struggling IndyCar series needed to rebuild in 2012. Now, focus will shift to what caused Dan Wheldon crash.
Dan Wheldon: Death of IndyCar driver rattles 'fearless' racing culture

While IndyCar already plans to introduce a safer car next year, the death of Dan Wheldon is spurring calls for other safety measures, including some introspection on the part of drivers.
Dan Wheldon IndyCar crash: Were racers driving recklessly?

Dan Weldon's death in a fiery 15-car crash on Sunday has left the motor sports world in shock. Could the crash have been avoided?
Fall foliage: Vermont hopes leaf-peepers won't shy away

Fall foliage is a big draw in Vermont, but businesses that rely on tourism are battling the image that the state might not be the best place to take a vacation right now.
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