Archive for November, 2009
Models compete for Victoria’s Secret runway spot
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s a choice most of us don’t have to make: lingerie or loyalty? But for 10 young women vying for a spot on the Victoria’s Secret runway, balancing tiny outfits and high heels wasn’t the biggest juggling act in the online contest that will land just one of them in the CBS broadcast Tuesday night. Instead, they say, the challenge was supporting newfound friends while maintaining their competitive edge.
Broadway shows returning to New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Broadway shows are finally back in New Orleans for the first time since Hurricane Katrina four years ago, and at least one – “The Color Purple” – is giving something back to the recovering city. “The Color Purple” opens at the Mahalia Jackson Theater on Tuesday, but for months leading up to its New Orleans stop, the show has been raising money in cities across the country to help families displaced by Katrina.
Tide’s Ingram ‘definitely’ will play vs. Gators
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Mark Ingram said his bruised hip is fine and he will “most definitely” be ready for the Southeastern Conference championship game against No. 1 Florida
Notre Dame fires Charlie Weis after 5 seasons
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Notre Dame fired coach Charlie Weis on Monday after a string of disappointing seasons that was capped by an agonizing four-game losing streak. Athletic director Jack Swarbrick announced the decision, saying in a news release: “We have great expectations for our football program, and we have not been able to meet those expectations.” Swarbrick said he recommended to university president the Rev
Woods withdraws from tourney, citing injuries
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Tiger Woods withdrew Monday from his own golf tournament, citing injuries from a car crash near his Florida home. He said he would not compete again until next year
