Sponsors tread fine line over Tibet protests at Olympics
Beijing Olympics organizers promise torch relay will proceed despite Tibet unrest. IOC president Rogge expresses concern but says pressure on China is not his role. Sponsors seek to boost China profile while avoiding political backlash, with Dream for Darfur rating companies and pressuring Beijing over Darfur policy.
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Jayhawks Relaxed Ahead of Portland State NCAA Tilt
Kansas looks loose at an open workout in Omaha as 1,000 fans crowd Qwest Center. They face Portland State (23 9) in the first round, with a potential matchup against UNLV or Kent State looming, while Portland State’s Jeremiah Dominguez leads the Vikings in scoring and assists.
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Beasley Eyes Upset as K State Prepares for USC
Kansas State star Michael Beasley says the Wildcats, seeded 11th after a late slump, will prove critics wrong in their NCAA showdown with USC. Coach Frank Beasley and Beasley praise USC’s Davon Jefferson and Taj Gibson while noting Mayo’s matchup troubles and Beasley’s confidence in a possible 40 to 50 point performance.
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Braves Sweep Central Christian in doubleheader
McPherson Ottawa cruised past Central Christian College 9-0 and 12-0 to improve to 12-4. Korey Higbie and Josie Hildebrand doubled, Ashley Mundy earned the first win, and Pam Johnston fanned five in game two. The Braves next face Park University in Ottawa on Saturday.
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