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Super Bowl stories: 63 news briefs
New Orleans Times-Picayune May 19, 09 5:03 PM CDT
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The NFL gave New Orleans a little post-Katrina love today, announcing that the city will host the Super Bowl in 2013, the Times-Picayune reports. "From every perspective, this shows that our city is on the rise, viable and thriving," said Saints owner Tom Benson. "Maybe we don't need to talk about New Orleans being on the way back anymore. New Orleans is back, and today is proof."
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Associated Press May 4, 09 10:04 AM CDT
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The Supreme Court today ordered a federal appeals court to consider reinstating a fine against CBS for Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl wardrobe malfunction, the AP reports. The appeals court had ruled that the glimpse of Jackson’s breast, which lasted nine-sixteenths of a second, should have been considered “fleeting,” and hence not eligible for a fine.
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NFL, city government have had 'substantive conversations'
BBC Apr 24, 09 12:41 PM CDT
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The NFL is in talks with London officials about holding a Super Bowl there, the BBC reports. “We have had very substantive conversations with the city of London,” a league exec says. “We’ve got to the point of exploring the bid document.” The next three Super Bowls, however, are already planned for US stadiums, so London will have to wait.
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Christian Science Monitor Feb 14, 09 2:24 AM CST
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If men had time to catch their collective breath after racing around town to find the right Valentine’s Day gift they would realize they’re getting the short end of Cupid’s arrow, Chuck Cohen rants in the Christian Science Monitor . “The truth is there are more guy-giving than guy-receiving days in the year,” Cohen declares. Solution: a new holiday called Guy Day.
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ABC News Feb 3, 09 6:08 PM CST
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Jennifer Hudson's use of a pre-recorded backing track for her boffo rendition of the national anthem at the Super Bowl is par for the course in the industry these days, ABC News reports. Exhibit A: Faith Hill did the same when she sang "America the Beautiful" before the same game. Once considered a no-no, the practice is becoming common now for even the biggest performers at stadium events, ABC notes.
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Gawker Feb 2, 09 12:07 PM CST
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While Michael Phelps takes the cake for being in this weekend's most attention-grabbing photo, the Super Bowl produced plenty of stunning shots. Click the image to the left to see decked-out fans, celebrity performers, and plenty of shots of the winners and losers. For top moments in words, click the Gawker link below.
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Becoming first NFL team with 6 Super Bowl titles gives Pittsburgh a leg up
Yahoo! Feb 2, 09 11:55 AM CST
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Move over, 49ers. Forget the Patriots and Cowboys. The Steelers have become the unrivaled kings of the NFL, the game’s greatest franchise, Charles Robinson writes for Yahoo Sports. “Dallas can be America’s team,” said Pittsburgh defensive end Brett Keisel. “You can just call us the team with six.” That’d be six championships—more than any other NFL squad.
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The best 4th quarter in Super Bowl history proves it ain't over til... you know
Detroit Free Press Feb 2, 09 11:07 AM CST
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The Super Bowl has been getting better every year, but this one will be tough to top, Mitch Albom writes in the Detroit Free Press . In a game where an interception returned for a 100-yard touchdown wasn't the crowning play, the Steelers proved beyond a doubt that nothing's over until the final buzzer.
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New Republic Feb 2, 09 10:16 AM CST
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With 5 seconds left, Kurt Warner dropped back hoping for a miracle. Instead, he got nailed by Lamar Woodley, the ball came loose, and just like that, Super Bowl XLIII had its defining controversy. If Warner’s arm was moving forward—and it looked like it was—the play should have been ruled an incomplete pass. Instead it was ruled a fumble, robbing the Cards of one last chance to score.
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First performance since her family murders is emotional 'touchdown'
Associated Press Feb 2, 09 7:45 AM CST
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Jennifer Hudson returned to the spotlight yesterday for the first time since her family tragedy, giving an emotional performance of the National Anthem at the Super Bowl, AP reports. When she asked the producer how she did, “I told her ‘Touchdown!’” he said. “She’s in such a great place, with such great spirits and time can heal her wounds.” She will perform again at the Grammy Awards Sunday.
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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Feb 1, 09 9:27 PM CST
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Santonio Holmes snagged a pass from Ben Roethlisberger with 35 seconds left in regulation and tiptoed into the history books with a touchdown reception that gave the Steelers a 27-23 victory over the Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII tonight in Tampa. Pittsburgh, a 7-point favorite going in, had trailed 23-20 after Arizona took its first lead of the game with 2:37 to play.
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Associated Press Feb 1, 09 8:08 PM CST
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Bruce Springsteen looked into the camera tonight and told the people watching at home to "put the chicken fingers down and turn the television all the way up!" Then he proceeded to give the Super Bowl crowd and the millions watching on TV three high-energy Boss standards, with the title song from his new album wedged in among them for good measure, the AP reports.
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Don't break the bank or a sweat with these snack tips
Washington Post Feb 1, 09 12:47 PM CST
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In these penny-pinching times, don’t blow your Super Bowl snack dough on that bucket of chicken or delivery box full of fourth-quarter disappointment. Instead, create your own budget-friendly Pro-Bowl quality snacks at home, Kim O'Donnel writes in the Washington Post . Here are 10 snacking ideas for less than 20 bucks: Make your own pizza: Make a few batches of dough and a pot of marinara; tell your friends to bring their favorite toppings.
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And 10 other things Peter King thinks about the Super Bowl
Sports Illustrated Feb 1, 09 12:20 PM CST
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Kurt Warner has a clock in his head, and he'll need to pay attention to its ticking in order to best the Pittsburgh defense, writes Peter King in Sports Illustrated . King feels that the Cardinals' chances are all in Warner's hands and head: If he can avoid turnovers, he could clinch it. King has other thoughts, as well:
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How much do you want to bet Bruce sings Born to Run?
ESPN Feb 1, 09 9:38 AM CST
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Propositions, or "prop bets," can add some spice to a Super Bowl blowout even as they leave oddsmakers shaking their heads. "They're a pain in the ass," a Las Vegas bookmaker tells ESPN the Magazine. "But it keeps non-fans interested for the entire game." Under Nevada law, the wagers must concern issues verifiable by the league—meaning props like what color the victory Gatorade bath will be are nonstarters.
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Esquire finds brown-bagging it has its rewards
Esquire Feb 1, 09 5:16 AM CST
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With Super Bowl looming, cheap booze is probably on your radar. It's not too late to check out these bargains recommended by Esquire : Paul Masson Grande Amber VSOP brandy: This $13 bottle “goes down far more smoothly than anything from France in this price range could even aspire to.” Brugal Añejo rum: A $14 bottle that's perfect “if you want something cheap, brown, and sugarcaney to go with your cigar.”
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11 Dems, 3 Republicans to attend White House party
Politico Jan 31, 09 7:26 AM CST
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President Obama’s Super Bowl party will be bipartisan on two fronts: Republicans and Democrats alike are invited, and so are both Arizona and Pittsburgh fans. Still, the list leans to the left, with 11 Dems and 3 Republicans invited. They include Pennsylvania Sens. Bob Casey and Arlen Specter and Arizona Reps. Trent Franks and Raul Grijalva, as well as Sens. Dick Durbin and Amy Klobuchar.
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Start by doing your homework, and be sure to get loud
ESPN Jan 30, 09 2:02 PM CST
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Sunday’s the last chance to get your heckling in this NFL season, and Eddie Matz of ESPN the Magazine has timely tips on getting the most bang for your buck: Do your homework. Knowing a key statistical weak point or personal peccadillo can get you inside your target’s head. Wait until it’s quiet. Nobody’s going to hear if everyone’s cheering, so heckle during time-outs and the like … and … Be loud.
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Aging voice of the NFL still flashes brilliance along with slip-ups
Wall Street Journal Jan 30, 09 1:46 PM CST
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John Madden's on-air analysis isn't always right—zealous fact-checkers will attest to that—but the elder statesman of NFL commentators is usually on the money, writes Matthew Futterman in the Wall Street Journal. "I know there's talk he's lost a step," his former boss acknowledges, but the onetime Raiders coach remains a force in the broadcasting world—and in video games.
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Steelers announcer's legacy has changed the lives of many
New York Times Jan 30, 09 11:26 AM CST
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When beloved Steelers radio announcer Myron Cope told fans to bring gold and black towels to a 1975 playoff game, he had no idea he was sealing his fame. Cope's legacy, the Terrible Towel, has become a Pittsburgh legend and brings in huge profits—which he turned over to a school for the disabled, explains the New York Times.
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