ruined

KINANGO residents want the government to compensate them for crops ruined by rogue jumbos last [detalii...]

Stoke manager Tony Pulis says the red cards shown to Cameron Jerome and Yoan Ziv ruined the Potters 3-0 win over Maccabi [detalii...]

According to a United States embassy classified information released by the internet whistleblower, Wikileaks, President Ernest Koromas popularity is likely high enough to withstand scandal but his chances in 2012 could be ruined if he fails to address his deputys actions [detalii...]

[detalii...]

The spirit of a once civilised game has been ruined by greed, argues Simon [detalii...]

CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron James may have ruined another friendship back in [detalii...]

The spirit of a once civilised game has been ruined by greed, argues Simon [detalii...]

Dutch striker claims bad influences ruined his game at [detalii...]

The NCAA tournament encourages the myth of equality. You, too, can be George Mason. We relish that; its in our national DNA. Rags-to-riches. Butler-to-Indy. In America, anyone can grow up to be [detalii...]

Toulon and England flyhalf Jonny Wilkinson says hes never been happier playing rugby and feels reinvigorated by the French Top 14 after years of injury ruined his love for the [detalii...]

LONDON (AP) -- Roger Federer briefly thought he might have ruined Rafael Nadals vacation by denying him a victory at the end-of-season ATP World Tour [detalii...]

Excerpted from "The Other Barack: The Bold and Reckless Life of President Obamas Father," by Sally H. [detalii...]

Scotland ruined the Irelands Croke Park party with a ferocious display from their [detalii...]

LeBron James may have ruined basketball season, but the Indians are keeping Clevelanders happy thus far. Mitch Talbot was dominating as the first-place Tribe shut out the Angels [detalii...]

Austin Davis threw four touchdown passes and No. 24 Southern Mississippi ruined Houstons perfect season and Bowl Championship Series hopes with a 49-28 victory over the Cougars (No. 6 BCS, No. 7 AP) on [detalii...]

Zach Randolph had 23 points and 20 rebounds, and the Grizzlies ruined Dirk Nowitzkis abbreviated return with an 89-70 victory over the Mavericks on Saturday [detalii...]

Ben Roethlisberger will miss at least the first month of the 2010 NFL season. How will Pittsburgh cope without its quarterback? Don Banks analyzes the impact of Big Bens [detalii...]

Much shouting on the stage ruined the presentation of a play by Kenya Polytechnic University on the third day of the schools and colleges national drama festival at Kisumu Pentecostal Church on [detalii...]

PRESIDENT Jacob Zuma yesterday managed to squeeze a raft of concessions from Zimbabwes rival political parties and their leaders in a bid to resolve the countrys decade-long political crisis which has ruined the [detalii...]

FOX NFL analyst Terry Bradshaw ripped disgruntled New York Jets wide receiver Santonio Holmes Wednesday, and said he wouldnt put up with Holmes [detalii...]

DeAndre Liggins tied a career high with 19 points and No. 18 Kentucky ruined Tennessee coach Bruce Pearls return to the bench with a 73-61 [detalii...]

The United Nations refugee agency is delivering emergency assistance to thousands of flood victims in Chad, where entire villages have been destroyed and cultivated land ruined by the countrys heaviest rainfall in 40 [detalii...]

ATLANTA (AP) -- The owners of the Atlanta Thrashers claimed Friday to have lost more than 130 million since 2005 and at least another 50 million on the plummeting value of the NHL franchise because of a bitter dispute that ruined their plans to sell the [detalii...]

Coaching malaise that has pervaded English football ruined any chance for England in the World Cup, says Sebastian [detalii...]

Lionel Messis World Cup could be ruined by fatigue, according to Argentina fitness coach Fernando [detalii...]

In pics: Premier League players whose careers have been dogged by [detalii...]

ATLANTA (AP) -- Tim Hudson pitched a one-hitter, Nate McLouth homered to highlight a big day, and the Atlanta Braves ruined the Milwaukee debut of Zack Greinke , rocking the 2009 AL Cy Young Award winner in a 8-0 victory Wednesday night to complete a doubleheader sweep of the [detalii...]

Tim Hudson pitched a one-hitter, Nate McLouth homered to highlight a big day, and the Atlanta Braves ruined the Milwaukee debut of Zack Greinke, rocking the 2009 AL Cy Young Award winner in a 8-0 victory Wednesday night to complete a doubleheader [detalii...]

Jenson Button secured his second win of the season as he emerged unscathed from an intense Hungarian Grand Prix in changeable conditions at the Hungaroring. McLaren were on course for a one-two as Lewis Hamilton led for much of the race, but the wrong call to switch to intermediate tyres on lap 52 ruined his [detalii...]

A mysterious "break-in" at the heavily guarded national election tallying centre at KICC in Nairobi immediately after the December 27, 2007 presidential election made it difficult to determine the actual result, according to the latest Wikileaks [detalii...]

Lewis Hamilton labelled McLarens decision to put him on a two-stop Aussie GP strategy as a "freaking terrible [detalii...]

"Look, a traditional well." Our driver points to a few people in a dry river bed, under a ruined bridge. They are digging in the sand, with their hands and plastic jerrycans cut in pieces. Goats and camels are eagerly waiting for water. And then, when water drips out of the sand down the hole, children, adults and animals start [detalii...]

It could have been over before the fans had settled into their seats, before the chalk lines of the batters boxes had been wiped out, before Ervin Santana had broken a sweat. On Santanas third delivery of the day, Indians rookie outfielder Ezequiel Carrera sliced a humpback liner almost directly at Angels shortstop Erick Aybar. The ball hit the ground about a foot in front of Aybar and, as they say, ate him up, bouncing off his chest and into short center [detalii...]

Robert Andinos three-run double in the eighth inning gave the Baltimore Orioles a 7-5 win Tuesday night and ruined a chance for the Boston Red Sox to extend their two-game lead in the AL wild-card [detalii...]

Nicolas Anelka has been banned for 18 games for his role in the player revolt which ruined Frances World Cup [detalii...]

David Ortiz and the Red Sox ruined Manny Ramirezs return to Fenway Park with the Dodgers on [detalii...]

Blake Aldridge, the Olympic diver, has been cleared of attacking a supermarket security guard and then said the accusation had "ruined" his [detalii...]

Martin Johnson bemoaned a “horrible” first half after England had their grand slam dream ruined by a 24-8 defeat by Ireland at Aviva Stadium. Ireland’s Tommy Bowe and Brian O’Driscoll both scored tries while man-of-the-match Jonathan Sexton bagged a 14-point haul as the home side ran riot in Dublin. Wales’ 28-9 defeat by France in [detalii...]

Real coach says striker should have controlled himself Its a bit sad as I prefer authentic football matchesPeter Crouchs red card ruined Tuesdays Champions League quarter-final first leg, according to the Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho.The nine-times winners ruthlessly punished the England strikers indiscipline, crushing Tottenham 4-0 after he was sent off in the 15th minute following two bookings for lunging tackles.It leaves Real completely in control of the tie ahead of next weeks second leg, and set to face rivals and 2009 winners Barcelona or Shakhtar Donetsk in the semi-finals."Peter should have controlled himself better having already been booked," Mourinho said."We had one team completely stuck at the back without any chance of responding. The game could have been completely different and its a bit sad as I prefer authentic football matches."Emmanuel Adebayor scored twice in the match, making it ten goals in ten matches against Spurs, including eight in nine games for Arsenal."I am very happy when I play against Spurs as I always have a chance to score, so now we have to concentrate on the second game to go through to the semi-finals."Tottenhams William Gallas, another former Arsenal player who also had a spell under Mourinho at Chelsea, said the 4-0 defeat was possibly the worst of his career."Its very difficult to accept it, especially for a defender. Now we have to forget about what happened tonight and think about the next game. We have to score 5 goals - anything can happen."Jose MourinhoTottenham HotspurReal MadridChampions League guardian.co.uk © Guardian News & Media Limited 2011 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More [detalii...]

Manchester United winger denies Ronaldo stunning goal It was a great piece of play and I shouldnt have ruined itThe Portugal winger Nani has apologised to his team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo after denying the Real Madrid winger a memorable goal in their sides 4-0 friendly mauling of the world champions Spain.Ronaldo looked to have put Portugal ahead with a superb effort in the first half, after cleverly turning inside Gerard Pique before scooping his shot over Iker Casillas.The stunning effort was dropping into the net but Nani raced in from an offside position to head the ball in from point-blank range, leading to the goal being disallowed."I touched the ball because I thought I wasnt offside. Everything happened so quickly," explained Nani. "After having time to think about it I apologised to Ronaldo. It was a great piece of play and I shouldnt have ruined it."Ronaldo, who threw his captains armband on to the pitch in anger after the goal was disallowed, felt the ball had already crossed the line before Nani got to it."I dont understand, even a blind man could see it was a goal. The ball was half a metre into the net," he told Marca. "I dont know if its a coincidence or not but my best goals with the national team are being disallowed. I remember an overhead kick in the Bessa stadium which wasnt given."The incident did not end up costing Portugal dear as they would go on to record an emphatic victory over their Iberian neighbours, gaining some measure of revenge for their World Cup exit in the process. Spain beat Portugal in the last 16 in South Africa before going on to be crowned world champions for the first time.Cristiano RonaldoPortugal guardian.co.uk © Guardian News & Media Limited 2010 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More [detalii...]

This month Helen Pidd travels to Pitlochry in Scotland to take part in the Etape Caledonia, an 81-mile sportive through the stunning lochs and hills of Highland Perthshire. This event was ruined last year by a saboteur armed with carpet tacks, but will this year be greeted more favourably by locals? Helen investigates, with the help of legendary time triallist Graeme Obree and the Olympic rower James Cracknell.She also takes a spin with Olympic athlete Rebecca Romero, who is leading the Deloittes Ride Across Britain from John OGroats to Lands End from 12-20 June. Romero - or Becs as she likes to be called - is currently trying to decide where to go next in her sporting career after both of her Olympic events were scrapped. Expect to see her contending the road time trial in London in 2012.Also on this months podcast, Peter Walker takes a roster of Guardian reporters on to the streets of London to try out the latest range of electric bikes (kindly lent by Electric Bike Sales).Helen PiddFrancesca PanettaJames RandersonAlok JhaPeter [detalii...]

Its probably the worst weve played on all year It was not good enough for a Wembley pitchJohn Terry was delighted to complete Chelseas first Double but he was scathing about the much-maligned Wembley surface. "The pitch ruined the final," he said after his sides 1-0 win against Portsmouth. "Its probably the worst weve played on all year. It was not good enough for a Wembley pitch. The FA have to decide if this is a football pitch or an events stadium."Terrys complaints come after Harry Redknapp, the Tottenham manager, called the Wembley surface "a disgrace" following his sides semi-final defeat by Portsmouth last month. "For any professional team to have to play football on that is farcical," he said.The Chelsea manager, though, was milder in his assessment. Carlo Ancelotti said: "In the semi-final it was a different problem, with the players sliding. Now it was different. [It was still] not so good but the players didnt slide."Ancelotti said Chelsea would celebrate the first League and FA Cup Double of the clubs history, sealed by Didier Drogbas second-half free-kick, with "champagne and wine" and then claimed the side needed no additions to win next seasons Champions League.The Italian, who saw his team hit the woodwork five times during the opening half, said: "Chelsea have never won the Champions League. It is one of our aims next season. This team has the quality to win the Champions League."By winning the Double in his first season the former Milan head coach managed a feat Jose Mourinho was unable to achieve during his three years in west London. Asked if this made him "Special" Ancelotti smiled. "I am normal," he said. "But this was a fantastic victory. I was happy to work in a fantastic club with a fantastic atmosphere."We [will do] nothing special [in celebration]," he added. "I will follow my players and friends. Drink some wine and champagne. It is right to have a celebration, the team did a fantastic season."Despite being unfavoured, Portsmouth gave Chelsea an uncomfortable afternoon at times, and Ancelotti might have thought his luck had ceased after a series of squandered opportunities. He said: "Its strange to hit the post five times in one half. It never happened in my career that you hit five posts in one half. It was also strange to concede a penalty. That was a key moment," he said of Juliano Bellettis foul on Aruna Dindane. "If Portsmouth went 1-0 up it would have been more difficult for us. [But] I was not worried. The team had control and a lot of chances to score."Ancelotti had praise for Drogba, who has scored six goals in competitive Wembley appearances. The manager said: "He finished the season how he started. He has scored a lot of goals and played with continuity all the year."Chelseas Michael Ballack limped off before half-time and Ancelotti said: "We dont think it is a bad injury. He took a kick on his ankle. We hope he will make the World Cup."Avram Grant, his opposite number, said he was disappointed about the result, but proud of his teams effort in what has been a trying year. He said: "This was a very difficult season. One I will not forget."John TerryChelseaPortsmouthFA CupJamie Jackson guardian.co.uk © Guardian News & Media Limited 2010 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More [detalii...]

Incident occurred as player filled up car at petrol station Im just sick of all this nonsense, says LaffertyThe Rangers striker Kyle Lafferty said he was sickened after a brick was thrown at his car just outside Glasgow.Strathclyde police have opened an investigation after the incident, which occurred as Lafferty was filling up his car at a petrol station in Renfrewshire early last week. Reports have claimed a window was shattered after a brick was thrown at the Northern Irishmans Bentley, although Lafferty himself was unhurt.Lafferty, whose partner Nicola Mimnagh is expecting the couples first child, has had a car vandalised in the past, hours after an Old Firm match.Lafferty said: "Im doing OK but Im just sick of all this nonsense - theres no need for it. All I want to do is concentrate on my football with Rangers and my relationship with Nicola, and I cant wait for the birth of our baby in three weeks time. These are exciting times for me - and I dont need them ruined by incidents like this."Last week it emerged that the home of the Celtic striker Anthony Stokes had been attacked for a second time in 12 months. The Republic of Ireland international has since moved house.RangersEwan Murray guardian.co.uk © 2011 Guardian News and Media Limited or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More [detalii...]