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G4S says unable to fulfill Olympics security contract
LONDON - Private security firm G4S said on Friday it would be unable to completely fulfill its contract to supply guards for this month's London Olympics and would incur a loss of up to 50 million pounds ($77.73 million).
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Scandal-hit Saints reach deal to keep QB Brees
- The New Orleans Saints and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees agreed to new contract on Friday, offering some good news to a National Football League (NFL) franchise that has been rocked by an off-season scandal.
Matteson clings to John Deere lead, Stricker lurks
- American Troy Matteson followed a blistering opening round with a less spectacular but solid second day carding a three-under 68 on Friday to hold a one-shot lead at the midway point of the John Deere Classic in Silvis, Illinois.
Gay warms up with chilly 100 victory
LONDON - Tyson Gay got a taste of the tough conditions the world's best sprinters may face at the Olympics next month while winning the 100 meters in 10.03 seconds at the London Diamond League meeting on Friday. | Video
Penn State to refurbish showers in Sandusky sex abuse case
WASHINGTON - Pennsylvania State University plans to renovate the building where former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky sexually abused boys, a school spokesman said on Friday.
Farah fires Olympic home hopes with London win
LONDON - World 5,000 meters champion Mo Farah underlined his credentials to become Britain's first Olympic long-distance gold medalist by winning his final warm-up in style at the London Grand Prix on Friday.
Roger and out: Wimbledon 2012
I was lucky enough to have my name pulled out of the hat for the East Pit photographer’s position at ground level, with Reuters colleague Dylan Martinez shooting the game from one end, near the coaches, and where players often react to provide strong images.
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