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Record-setting sumo wrestler Kaio to retireWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:54AMThe Associated Press The Associated Press NAGOYA, Japan Sumo wrestler Kaio announced his retirement Wednesday, just days after breaking the record for career victories. The 38-year-old Kaio made the announcement on the 11th day of the Nagoya Grand Sumo tournament after falling to 3-7 on Tuesday. He beat Mongolian Kyokutenho last Thursday for his 1,046th victory, surpassing former grand champion ...

Hutchison Passes TrialWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:54AMKilmarnock have put their toe in the water over what Ben Hutchinson can add to the team. The former Celtic striker has agreed a move to Rugby Park on a short-term deal following a successful trial. He left Celtic after failing to break into the first team, spending last season on loan at Lincoln.

Given not worried by ageWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:53AMShay Given and his new manager Alex McLeish agree age is no barrier to the goalkeeper enjoying success at Aston Villa. Given has signed a five-year deal after moving to Villa Park from Manchester City, despite being 35 years of age.

Yao retirement deals blow to NBA's China effortsWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:53AMTORONTO - Yao Ming provided the National Basketball Association (NBA) with slam dunk marketing ventures in China and his retirement on Wednesday will severely reduce interest for the game in Asia, according to experts.

China's Yao Ming retires, ready to take 'next step'Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:53AMSHANGHAI - Yao Ming, who ignited China's interest in the NBA and became one of Asia's best-known athletes, announced his retirement from basketball on Wednesday.

Chinese great Yao Ming retires from basketballWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:52AMSHANGHAI - The NBA's version of the Ming Dynasty is done. After helping pro basketball gain a foothold in the world's most populous market, Chinese star Yao Ming has retired.

Grande dame of theatreWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:51AMThey have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts.” William Shakespeare’s poetic words from As You Like It could have been written with Vera Clare — or as most Maritzburgers will remember her, Vera Goodenough — in mind.

Lyon Co. schools to begin random drug tests for athletesWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:50AMCompleting a process that began about two years ago, the Lyon County School District Board of Trustees on June 28 approved a policy for random drug testing of student-athletes.

Follow rules when taking leave timeWednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:50AMLeaves of absence on the job are difficult for you and for your employer. Each has their own position in this situation. Most of us sometime in our career will need to take one, whether it be for health reasons, family illnesses or situations, or death in the family.