International Business Times

South Africa's Nelson Mandela Spends Second Day In Hospital

JJMcGrath — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 23:29:20 GMT

As Nelson Mandela spent his second day in a Pretoria hospital Sunday, South Africans prayed for his recovery and the government told people not to worry.

The country’s first black president, who is 94, was flown from his rural home in the province of Eastern Cape to the capital city of Pretoria to receive medical attention Saturday.

President Jacob Zuma visited Mandela, whose health has been frail in recent years, and "found him comfortable, and in good care," Zuma's representative said.

EUR/USD Weekly Outlook and Trading Idea

rogerbaettig — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 23:24:17 GMT

Update for: 2012-12-10 - 2012-12-16

Posted on: Sunday, 09 December 2012 10:44

EURUSD: 1.2926

Short-Term Trend: weak uptrend

Outlook:

GBP/USD Weekly Outlook and Trading Idea

rogerbaettig — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 23:20:46 GMT

Update for: 2012-12-10 - 2012-12-16

Posted on: Sunday, 09 December 2012 18:12

GBPUSD: 1.6037

Short-Term Trend: sideways

Outlook:

USD/JPY Weekly Outlook and Trading Idea

rogerbaettig — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 23:14:55 GMT

Update for: 2012-12-10 - 2012-12-16

Posted on: Sunday, 09 December 2012 18:14

USDJPY: 82.47

Short-Term Trend: uptrend

Outlook:

Gold Price: The Week Ahead

rogerbaettig — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 23:05:20 GMT

Gold Prices and Gold futures rose from a four-week low, Gold futures for February rose 0.2 % to $1,705.50 . Earlier, gold l touched $1,684.10, the lowest for a most-active contract since Nov. 6.

Gold declined 0.4 % this week. Silver March rose 0.1 % to $33.131.

Green Bay Packers Vs. Detroit Lions: Where To Watch Free Live Stream, Prediction For Sunday Night Football

AnthonyRicco — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 22:59:26 GMT

Both the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions got off to slow starts, losing three of their first five games. Entering Week 14, one team is atop the NFC North while the other’s playoffs hopes have already been dashed.

Since being upset in Week 5, the Packers have played as well as any team in the NFL. Green Bay’s only loss, in the past two months, came against the New York Giants, and they’re in the hunt for a first-round bye.

Egypt's Opposition Coalition Calls For Boycott Of Constitutional Referendum

JJMcGrath — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 22:47:38 GMT

Egypt's main opposition coalition on Sunday rejected President Mohammed Morsi's plan for a constitutional referendum next weekend, saying it risked dragging the country into "violent confrontation."

Morsi's decision Saturday to retract a decree awarding himself wide powers failed to placate opponents who accused him of plunging Egypt deeper into crisis by refusing to postpone the vote on a constitution shaped by Islamists.

Pittsburgh Steelers Vs San Diego Chargers: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:29:15 GMT

The Pittsburgh Steelers will welcome back Ben Roethlisberger Sunday as they take on the San Diego Chargers at Heinz Field.

Pittsburgh’s top quarterback missed the last three games after suffering a dislocated rib against Kansas City in Week 10.

The Steelers have gone 1-2 in that stretch, but came up with a huge 23-20 win over the Baltimore Ravens last week.

New York Jets Vs Jacksonville Jaguars: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:28:41 GMT

Before the season began, everyone expected a quarterback controversy for the New York Jets, but not with Greg McElroy.

Quarterback Mark Sanchez is in danger of losing his job as New York meets the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday afternoon at EverBank Field.

The story throughout the Jets season has been Tim Tebow waiting in the wings, but McElroy may be the first off the bench with Tebow listed as a game-time decision.

Atlanta Falcons Vs Carolina Panthers: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:27:16 GMT

Looking for their third straight NFC South win, the Atlanta Falcons face the Carolina Panthers Sunday afternoon at Bank of America Stadium.

Atlanta clinched their division and a playoff spot by throttling the New Orleans Saints 23-13 last week with the defense picking off quarterback Drew Brees five times.

Quarterback Matt Ryan went 18-for-33 for 165 yards and a touchdown, while running back Michael Turner rushed for 83 yards a score.

Washington Redskins Vs Baltimore Ravens: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:26:36 GMT

Three straight wins against division foes will get any team the moniker of hottest in the NFL, as the Washington Redskins face the Baltimore Ravens Sunday afternoon at FedEx Field.

Washington is now 6-6 and in contention for the NFC East crown after beating the New York Giants 17-16 last week. Running back Alfred Morris gained 124 yards, and the Redskins forced New York to punt both of their fourth quarter possessions.

Philadelphia Eagles Vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:25:36 GMT

One team is looking to the playoffs, while the other is looking to next year, as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday afternoon at Raymond James Stadium.

At 6-6, Tampa Bay is just one game back from NFC’s last wild card spot, while the Eagles have lost eight straight.

In a move that clearly indicates an end to their season, Philadelphia head coach Andy Reid named rookie quarterback Nick Foles and running back Bryce Brown his starters for the rest of the year.

Chicago Bears Vs Minnesota Vikings: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:16:19 GMT

The Chicago Bears look to turn around their recent woes Sunday as they meet the Minnesota Vikings at Mall of America Field in an NFC North showdown.

Chicago has lost three of their last four games and gave up their division lead last week with a 23-17 overtime letdown to the Seattle Seahawks.

The typically stout Bears defense failed to contain Seattle’s Russell Wilson, and let up a 13-yard touchdown score by receiver Sidney Rice midway through the extra period.

Indianapolis Colts Vs Tennessee Titans: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:15:23 GMT

Poised for Rookie of the Year and certainly in contention for the league MVP, Andrew Luck leads the Indianapolis Colts Sunday to take on the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Indianapolis is fresh off a 35-33 shootout win over the Detroit Lions last week. Luck overcame three interceptions to lead the Colts down the field for two touchdowns with less than three minutes remaining.

Dallas Cowboys Vs Cincinnati Bengals: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction

gregprice — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 16:14:07 GMT

The Dallas Cowboys will have to overcome a tragedy as they face the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday afternoon at Paul Brown Stadium.

Dallas nose tackle Josh Brent was charged with intoxicated manslaughter after a car accident killed practice squad teammate Jerry Brown early Saturday morning.

The Cowboys will have to gather themselves around this tragic event as they are still in the hunt for the playoffs at 6-6.

VIDEO Manchester City 2-3 Manchester United: Highlights; Van Persie Strikes Dramatic Winner

jasonlemiere — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 15:56:32 GMT

Robin van Persie struck a dramatic injury-time winner to give Manchester United a potentially crucial 3-2 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad.

U.S. Spec-Ops Raid Rescues American Doctor Dilip Joseph From Afghan Insurgents

jeffstone — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 15:38:27 GMT

An American doctor was rescued during a raid Saturday just days after Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan took him captive.

Dr. Dilip Joseph of Colorado Springs, Colo., was abducted on Wednesday in the Sarobi District of Kabul Province before being freed Saturday by a U.S. Special Operations team working with the Afghans, the military said.

Technology Focus: Cisco's Chambers Creating Legacy

dzielen — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 15:06:25 GMT

John T. Chambers has decided to base his legacy as CEO of Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO), the top provider of Internet gear, on the cloud, software and services.

The strategy will successfully fend off challenges from smaller rivals headed by Hewlett-Packard Co. (NYSE:HPQ), Juniper Networks Inc. (NASDAQ:JNPR) and China's Huawei Technologies, he said last week. It also should revive the company's diminished earnings machine.

LAPD Apologizes To Family Of Notorious B.I.G. For Failing To Notify Them Of Autopsy Going Public

jeffstone — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 14:39:23 GMT

Detectives from the LAPD apologized to the family of the Notorious B.I.G. for not notifying them the department would be releasing the slain rapper’s autopsy to the public Friday. The document was published in an attempt to attract the public’s help in solving the 15-year-old drive-by shooting.

Liverpool Vs. West Ham: Preview, Probable Lineups And Online Stream Details For Premier League Clash

jasonlemiere — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 14:35:36 GMT

Ever since the transfer window closed, with Andy Carroll being allowed to leave on loan and especially when Fabio Borini went down injured, everyone connected with Liverpool has doubtless had their fingers crossed that Luis Suarez would continue to be available.

Mitt Romney Attended Manny Pacquiao Vs. Juan Michael Marquez Fight, Watch The Knockout Punch From 6th Round [VIDEO]

jeffstone — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 14:03:36 GMT

It’s hard to picture a more definitive ending to the rivalry between Manny Pacquaio and Juan Michael Marquez. The Las Vegas bout was preceded by weeks of anticipation, and by Saturday night was among the premier events on the international sports schedule. Millions watched on TV and streamed the event online, and even former presidential candidate Mitt Romney attended the fight.

South China Sea: Vietnam Disperses Rare Anti-China Protests

Gayathri — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 11:17:05 GMT

Anti-China rallies in two main cities in Vietnam, amid rising tensions over Beijing’s claims to the South China Sea, were quickly dispersed Sunday by security forces as the protesters tried to approach the Chinese Embassy in Hanoi.

Around 20 people, among some 200 odd protesters, some waving banners and chanting "Down with China's aggression," were arrested after the half-hour rally, the AFP reported.

Chavez Again In The Grip Of Cancer; Names Successor

Gayathri — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 09:58:15 GMT

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez will return to Cuba Sunday for more surgery after doctors diagnosed a recurrence of his cancer.

The 58-year-old socialist leader, who won the re-election Oct. 7, explicitly named a successor for the first time, signaling that he may have to step down as the president, news agencies reported.

New York Giants – New Orleans Saints Preview: Where To Watch Live Stream Online, Prediction, and More

AnthonyRicco — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 09:15:05 GMT

The New York Giants control their playoff destiny. The New Orleans will need to get some help from other NFC teams.

However, both teams need a win on Sunday afternoon.

New York has seen its lead in the NFC East cut to one game. Their loss to the Washington Redskins on Monday Night Football dropped them to 7-5. Both the Redskins and Dallas Cowboys have a better division record than the Giants, and own the tiebreaker.

Pacquiao Shocked By Marquez In 6th Round

BobbyIlich — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 06:53:08 GMT

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