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"The Olympics in Beijing was an unbelievable experience with just being there among the world's greatest athletes," Duran said, who got to meet NBA superstars Kobe Bryant and LeBron James as well as Olympic volleyball players Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh during the opening ceremonies. "I tell people it was kind of like college without the school because everyone is having such a good time, and we take a lot of pride in representing the U.S. At the end of the day, even though we were favored... (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Former Wizards to return to China 30 years later Aug 26, 2009
Teams and sponsors have also found a lucrative market for their merchandise in China's booming economy, and current NBA stars such as LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Dwight Howard receive rapturous receptions from fans during their regular offseason visits. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Sail away on a Japan fall cruise for less Aug 15, 2009
The final port of call on this 16-night itinerary is Kobe, home to numerous museums, shrines, and temples. Just as oceanview and interior cabins are the same price, you can also book a suite for the cost of a balcony cabin starting from $2,199. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Don Showalter: The Coach, The Man, The Legend Aug 11, 2009
He also coaches at Kobe Bryant's camp, LeBron James' camp, and used to coach John Wooden's camp. When he's not coaching superstars like James, and Carmelo Anthony, he coaches the USA Basketball 16U team. (Kalona News, IA)
Extension talks for Joe Aug 7, 2009
Max type contract players come in more varieties than just Kobe and Lebron ... Tony, a 5 yr/$75M deal doesn t say that JJ is equal to Kobe, LeBron or D Wade ... LeBron and D Wade both have player options for $17,149,243 next year and Kobe has a player option for $24,806,250 next year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lakers, Cavs and Celtics spice NBA's October openers Aug 5, 2009
Griffin will try to spark the lowly Clippers against superstar guard Kobe Bryant and the Lakers. Orlando, which beat Boston in the Eastern Conference semi-finals and Cleveland in the East final before losing to the Lakers in the championship series, begin the season on October 28 at home against Philadelphia. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Argentina's rugged Mendoza region rich in wine Aug 3, 2009
Argentine beef is excellent, as we expected, on a level with other world-class offerings such as Japan's Kobe beef, Welsh black beef or USDA American prime. But the real eye-opener is Argentina's Patagonia lamb, which is impossibly tender and succulent. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hot dogs hitthe big time Aug 1, 2009
Plain beef was replaced with Kobe, wagyu, foie gras and, in one case, adorned with gold leaf. But at one eatery, diners don't have to make a choice between hot dog and hamburger because mini Angus sliders are one of the hot dog toppings. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Forbes: Vick tops list of sports' most hated Jul 31, 2009
Formerly imprisoned dogfighter ahead of A-Rod, Kobe, Manny, T.O. in poll ... E-Poll's latest numbers show that sports fans give their biggest thumbs down to those jocks they see as phony (Alex Rodriguez, Kobe Bryant), selfish (Manny Ramirez, Terrell Owens) and criminal (Vick). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Museum puts fans face to face with 115 wax celebs Jul 30, 2009
He'll join elite athletes Kobe Bryant, Tiger Woods and Armstrong in the sports room. He will be there Wednesday when the figure is unveiled to a select crowd and will pose side by side with his wax image. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Huckabee's Opinion Jul 28, 2009
I don't care if Oprah made $275 million last year or if Kobe Bryant brought down $45 million. But if a member of my family has a brain tumor, I don't want Oprah or Kobe doing the operation. (Fox News)
Oden, Durant in different spots at US minicamp Jul 25, 2009
Durant has said how much he gained the last couple of summers by getting to play with stars like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. Meanwhile, Oden has barely played any summer basketball in years. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Chiz Shoji was devoted mom, fan Jul 23, 2009
Chiz became a serious sports fan and learned to golf and bowl almost as a form of self-preservation after marrying Kobe Shoji in 1944 ... Chiz, a tiny woman from nearby Chino, met Kobe when both were sent to a relocation camp in Arizona ... Dave was born soon after Kobe returned. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fujitsu's nextgen supercomputer Jul 20, 2009
As originally planned, Fujitsu and RIKEN said they will complete the supercomputer at a facility in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, by fiscal 2012 ending in March 2013 under the USD 1. 22 billion project. (India Times)
Bangkok restaurants have India connection Jul 19, 2009
The Matsuzaka and Kobe beef taste heavenly. The Colorado lamb and Neimens pork are the other favourites with diners. (India Times)
TOP 25: Vitrue's Social Media Index Jul 17, 2009
Vitrue Blog - we make brands social. July 16th, 2009 The Vitrue 25 Top Social Athletes - July Snapshot. (USA Today -- Sports)
Forget celebrities; remember Travell Jul 14, 2009
Smokey, Latifah, Brooke, Berry, the Kings, Kobe, or Magic will not speak. There will be no $1. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Jackson's doctor denies giving dangerous drugs Jul 9, 2009
Despite the presence of stars like Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey and Kobe Bryant, the emotional speech by Jackson's 11-year-old daughter, Paris-Michael, was the memorial's most heart-tugging moment. NBC's "Today" show replayed portions of it three times in its first eight minutes Wednesday. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Media Casualty? Jul 8, 2009
Among the celebrities in attendance were Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Rev. Al Sharpton, Mariah Carey, Brooke Shields, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Jennifer Hudson. . (Fox News)
Michael Jackson Memorial Features Stirring Tributes From Usher, Mariah Carey, More Jul 8, 2009
Other people, all you people who came here to pay respect to someone you felt was one of you, a human being first," she said, her voice cracking. Latifah then read a new verse called from the great American poet Maya Angelou, whose words have stirred hearts at presidential inaugurations. "Without notice, our dear love can escape our doting embrace, sing our songs among the stars and walk our dances across the face of the moon," the poem said. The event opened with Motown legend Smokey Robinson... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Michael's Memorial Jul 8, 2009
And beyond all of his records that he wrote, as a recording artist, Michael even made the Guinness Book of World Records for most charities supported by a pop star," Kobe Bryant said. "I want to thank Michael for opening up so many doors for African-Americans to be on daytime shows, late night shows," said Magic Johnson. "He allowed Kobe and I to have our jerseys, and people in homes across the world, because he was already there. " We all know the story by now. Michael began singing with the... (CBS News -- 48 Hours)
Jackson memorial a somber, spiritual celebration Jul 8, 2009
Celebrities made their way to their seats in front of the stage: Kobe Bryant, Spike Lee, Wesley Snipes, Lou Ferrigno, Don King, the Kardashian sisters, Magic Johnson, Brooke Shields, Larry King ... Sheila Jackson Lee and Kobe Bryant. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
In NBA, hunt for bargains is on Jul 8, 2009
"Ariza was a big loss. But if you believe Kobe Bryant has three more prime years left, then I'd rather have Artest in that window than Ariza.". But for some free agents, including the league's 21st all-time scorer, , the wait-and-see game continued. (USA Today -- Sports)
Click to read:King of Pop Gets Emotional Send-Off Jul 8, 2009
Among those who saluted Jackson were Motown music mogul Berry Gordy Jr., Brooke Shields, the Rev. Al Sharpton and basketball greats Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant. Jennifer Hudson sang Jackson's hit "Will You Be There" and John Mayer played guitar on a whisper-light rendition of "Human Nature.". (CBS News)
Milwaukee Surprises with new Culina... Jul 8, 2009
The contemporary steakhouse is the only restaurant in the city serving only prime cuts of meat, in addition to domestic and Japanese Kobe beef. It won a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2008. (Suite101.com)
MJ's mother loses control Jul 7, 2009
Others due to attend include basketball legends Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson along with actress Brooke Shields, who dated Jackson in his heyday. Acting Los Angeles mayor Jan Perry said Jackson would be buried shortly before the service at Forest Lawn, one of the city's best-known cemeteries which is the final resting spot of screen legends Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable and Jean Harlow. (iAfrica.com)
World bids farewell to Michael Jackson today Jul 7, 2009
The family announced the participants will include Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Usher, Lionel Richie, Kobe Bryant, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer and Martin Luther King III.. As night fell, activity was spotted at the Forest Lawn Cemetery involving the Jackson family. (India Times, India)
Plans for Jacko's memorial Jul 7, 2009
Other celebrities taking part at the Staples Center include Jackson's former girlfriend Brooke Shields, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant and Oscar-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson. There was also a call-up for British youngster Shaheen Jafargholi, who became a viral sensation for his rendition of Michael Jackson's 'Who's Lovin' You' on the hit television show 'Britain's Got Talent' earlier this year. (iAfrica.com)
Hawks, Bibby close to deal Jul 6, 2009
D BO what wrong with having flip and crawford on the same team that just like saying why have lebron and kobe on the same team you can never not have enuff talent ... So, you guys asking for Flip and/or Bibby to come back - you can t win titles in this league without great point guard play unless you have a Kobe, MJ, LeBron-like talent to compensate for it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Buyer beware! Jul 5, 2009
D BO what wrong with having flip and crawford on the same team that just like saying why have lebron and kobe on the same team you can never not have enuff talent. GO HAWKS. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Palin A "Shooting Star Crashing To Earth"? Jul 5, 2009
Note: Look at Kobe Bryant, as the Ultimate in Handling the Media and Rising to the Top, in Spite of it all, Not Running or Succumbing to Mass Media, its Called [Character. by rednomo July 4, 2009 11:18 AM PDT. (CBS News)
Artest going to Lakers Jul 4, 2009
HOUSTON Ron Artest is joining Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers. David Bauman, Artest's agent, told The Associated Press that the Houston Rockets forward has verbally agreed to play for the NBA champions next season. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Mega colony of ants takes over the world Jul 3, 2009
So ants from the west coast of Japan fought their rivals from Kobe, while ants from the European super-colony didnt get on with those from the Iberian colony. But whenever ants from the European and Californian super-colonies and those from the largest colony in Japan came into contact, they acted as if they were old friends. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Best, worst free-agent destinations Jul 1, 2009
Even Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends can't get enough of Kobe Bryant and a Lakers franchise with 15 titles to its credit. AP. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Michael Jackson Memories Jun 26, 2009
Remember when your idiot box told you that Kobe Bryant also committed a sexual crime. This same tactic has been used since the time of Jack Johnson. (Slate)
MOCKING THE MOCK: Extra Mustard-style look at the draft Jun 25, 2009
The first time they play the Lakers, Kobe scores 50 points in the first half and sits the rest of the game. Griffin gets his welcome-to-the-NBA moment and learns a valuable lesson about Kobe's overreactions to perceived slights. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Elie, Carril among coaches on Westphal's staff Jun 23, 2009
Phil Jackson's success isn't just because of MJ, Shaq and Kobe. See him in action. (ESPN -- Basketball News)
Keeping Busy Body & MindSummertime fun for children in the Basin Jun 22, 2009
Kobe Bryant has made it clear that he would like to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. . (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
A Wizard's view on the Cardinals' road ahead Jun 22, 2009
When we talk about defense, if you watched the NBA finals, the one thing that Kobe (Bryant) talked about when he was asked what was it that got your offense in position to win, he said Defense, it was our defense that put our team in position to win. If the Cardinals do that, if they pitch and play defense, they have a chance to win. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Sudduth takes over at SHS Jun 21, 2009
thefoot12 wrote on Jun 21, 2009 2:16 AM:" Is it me... or is that girl in purple have the look of like Kobe... ready to win that forth ring...WOOOHOOO go LAKERS... and go Purple GIRL!! ". thefoot12 wrote on Jun 21, 2009 1:55 AM:" Wait a second... that's whats her name... (girl in purple)... wow i thought she'd be playing for UCLA or something... i wouldn't want to play her...she's really good. ". (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Disneyland Resort Celebrates Los Angeles Lakers and MVP Kobe Bryant With a Victory Parade for the 2009 World Champions Jun 19, 2009
Kobe Bryant, MVP of the recent NBA Finals, smiled and waved to fans as he rode on a float to represent the Lakers in the special, celebration parade ... "I heard there was a little competition with Disneyland and Disney World and we won," Kobe Bryant said, "so our colors are staying up a little bit longer." ... "They just picked us out of the crowd and said, 'Do you want to ride the Matterhorn with Kobe?' I'm shaking, this is so exciting," David Guerrero said as Jonathan jumped up and down. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
McHale out as Timberwolves coach Jun 18, 2009
The Lakers roll to a 15th title behind Kobe Bryant. Supporters come out for Iran's presidential election. (Yahoo News)
Lakers Parade On Despite Frets Over Cost, Crime Jun 18, 2009
Kobe Bryant, other players from the storied franchise and coach Phil Jackson will take a route that begins at Staples Center and winds up at the Coliseum despite a week marked by complaints about the $2 million cost and worries about a repeat of the hooliganism that followed the team's Sunday night championship-clinching win over the Orlando Magic. Some fans waited through the night and by dawn Wednesday so many were spilling into the streets that the Coliseum's outer gates were opened to... (KCRA 3, CA)
Lakers have parade of issues Jun 17, 2009
But if the Lakers sign Kobe Bryant, right, to a $135 million contract extension, they may not be able to afford Ariza or other key players. 2009 NBA PLAYOFFS. (USA Today -- Sports)
Big appetite, fat walletneeded for these burgers Jun 16, 2009
A few months later, the Olde Homestead Steakhouse debuted a $41 Kobe beef burger; from there, luxury hamburgers became popular in the nations high-end eateries ... In Beverly Hills, Spagos burger is a comparatively modest $22, but its made with Kobe beef, Vermont farmhouse cheddar and a garlic aioli ... 75 Kobe burger topped with gorgonzola, onion jam, bacon and crimini mushrooms just down the road in West Hollywood. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Father's Day Jun 16, 2009
A la carte menu items such as Hawaiian rib eye, sea bass, omelets, burgers and Kobe beef are served. Try the blue plate special. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Singapore's H1N1 flu cases rise to 11 Jun 4, 2009
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Jolie overtakes Winfrey on Forbes' Celebrity 100 Jun 4, 2009
Tenth place goes to Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant, thanks in part to endorsement deals scored after the Beijing Olympics. About halfway down the list sits a very familiar face: President Barack Obama. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Angelina Jolie most powerful celeb Jun 4, 2009
Rounding out the top ten was basketball wizard Kobe Bryant, whose first appearance in the upper echelons of celebrity power came thanks to big-bucks endorsement deals after the Beijing Olympics. Anthemic, soul-searching band Coldplay were the most powerful Brits on the list this year with a debut at the 15th spot, following a sold-out world tour and a smash hit album, "Viva la Vida.". (India Times)
Tiger Woods, Kobe Bryant Won't Enjoy My Company Jun 2, 2009
Tiger Woods, Kobe Bryant Wont Enjoy My Company: Scott Soshnick - Bloomberg ... Tiger Woods, Kobe Bryant Wont Enjoy My Company: Scott Soshnick ... Cant wait to get started, even if that means skipping Tiger and Kobe this time around. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Soprano family values May 31, 2009
Lupica: It would have been nice to see LeBron and Kobe give the NBA what Bird vs. Magic gave us in college years ago. Latest Sports Columns. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
SEC headed to a big payday in 2010 May 30, 2009
Why do you think they talk about the Yankees-Red Sox, Cowboys, Duke-North Carolina, LeBron, Kobe, Brett Favre, Tom Brady, and Peyton Manning. That is what people want to hear about, that is what gets the ratings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Island escapes in America May 29, 2009
Floridas Little Palm Island is like a Jimmy Buffett song come to life, cheeseburgers in paradise and margaritas all day long although Kobe beef and Veuve Clicquot are also on the menu. More from ForbesTraveler. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Report: NCAA accuses Memphis Tigers of violations May 28, 2009
Kobe Bryant offered himself up as bait and the. Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard had his technical foul. (Yahoo News)
The Surgical War on Fat May 27, 2009
Because we've been talking lately about , and the subject came up in a New York Times account of a between the Rockets' Ron Artest and the Lakers' Kobe Bryant during the series. Artest was angry that Bryant. (Slate)
Worlds greatest bridges May 27, 2009
Lengthwise, the Akashi-KaikyoBridge near Kobe, Japan, is the longest suspension bridge in the world, but it lacks the wow factor of a certain other suspension bridge on the other side of the Pacific. Also on this story. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Role players wanted May 27, 2009
HAWKSVILLE I know that the NBA hype machine would have you believe that the NBA playoffs is basically a test of wills between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James ... The only problem with all the Kobe/LeBron fuss is that arguably the two most critical guys on the floor thus far in these outstanding Eastern and Western Conference finals have been Lakers swingman Trevor Ariza and Orlando Magic super sub Mickael Pietrus ... Seriously, can the fans of one of the playoff teams or the NBA in general... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hamilton files suit against ex-business manger May 22, 2009
Spike Lee gives us an inside look at Kobe Bryant in his documentary. Is James Harden the next Brandon Roy. (ESPN -- Golf News)
* Japan and China confirm new cases as flu virus spreads May 22, 2009
Japanese Health Minister Yoichi Masuzoe said on Wednesday a study on 43 cases in Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture suggested it was behaving like seasonal flu and not everyone with the new flu needed hospitalization. Japan is also considering drawing up new plans to deal with the disease, including winding down strict health checks at international airports at the end of the week. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Japan Plays Down Swine Flu Threat to Curb Panic; Tokyo Confirms Third Case May 22, 2009
The outbreak forced shops to close in western Japan, including all 175 boutiques and restaurants at the Santica underground in central Kobe. Sales fell by 50 percent, according to the malls general manager Kouji Kitamura. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
H1N1 virus spreads in Asia, protection wobbly May 21, 2009
Japanese Health Minister Yoichi Masuzoe said on Wednesday a study on 43 cases in Kobe city in Hyogo prefecture suggested it was behaving like seasonal flu and not everyone with the new flu needed hospitalisation. Japan is also considering drawing up new plans to deal with the disease, including winding down strict health checks at international airports at the end of the week, which had been imposed to try to buy time before an outbreak in the country. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Time Warner Cable New York Introduces English-, Spanish-Language Package May 21, 2009
Kobe did plenty of work at Staples Tuesday night. Bryant scored 18 points in the. (Multichannel News)
World champ sees himself in Kauai youth May 20, 2009
Kobe Bryant does the same thing and so does a lot of the other people who are well-known in their sports fields. Championships are won in training. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
WHO: No swine flu vaccine available for months May 20, 2009
Visitors walk past the notices, one of them reads Feverish outpatient section is only for possible new flu carrier , at Kobe City Medical Center in Kobe, west of Tokyo, Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Japan confirmed dozens more swine flu cases overnight bringing its tally to 173, health officials said Tuesday, as the government considered scaling down quarantine checks at airports while focusing on its domestic outbreak. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Flu cases soar to 10000 May 20, 2009
Japan's first domestic cases of swine flu were confirmed Saturday in the western cities of Kobe and Osaka, where they spread quickly in and between two high schools that had met for a volleyball tournament. Hundreds have since been tested for the virus, and face masks have become ubiquitous on subways and in shopping centres of the affected prefectures of Osaka and Hyogo in the central region of the main island of Honshu. (iAfrica.com)
