Obama defends U.S. wars as he accepts peace prize OSLO — President Barack Obama entered the pantheon of Nobel Peace Prize winners today with humble words, acknowledging his own few accomplishments while delivering a robust defense of war and promising to use the prestigious award to... [More] By Ben Feller
Associated Press | December 10 Serbian hooligan gets 30 years for murder BELGRADE, Serbia A soccer hooligan in Serbia was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to 30 years in prison Thursday for a brawl that left one rival fan dead. [More] Associated Press | December 10 Brazils Ronaldinho wins soccer honor LONDON The Brazilian star Ronaldinho has been selected soccer player of the decade by World Soccer magazine. Ronaldinho finished ahead of Argentina forward Lionel Messi and Portugal winger Cristiano Ronaldo in the voting. [More] Associated Press | December 10 Crosby and Pirates agree to 1-year contract INDIANAPOLIS Former AL Rookie of the Year Bobby Crosby and the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a one-year contract. [More] Associated Press | December 10 H1N1 Flu Vaccine Open to All Beginning Saturday As of Saturday, Dec. 12, those eligible for the H1N1 flu vaccine will be expanded to everyone 6 months of age and older in King County. However, depending on the demand, supplies may be limited for a time at some locations. [More] December 10 AP Source: Braves near deal to send ex-Mariner Soriano to Rays INDIANAPOLIS A person familiar with the deal says the Atlanta Braves are close to trading reliever Rafael Soriano to the Tampa Bay Rays for pitcher Jesse Chavez. [More] By BEN WALKER
AP Baseball Writer | December 10