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THE WEEK THAT WAS
This week, the news community ate up the story of world’s fattest mom Donna Simpson — who, reports claim, actually hopes to increase her already ample girth to claim a new record.
Philly Sports
Brown displaying glimpses of future
It’s easy to see why the Phillies refused to part with minor-league phenom Domonic Brown.
Philly
High-speed crash leaves two dead
Two people are dead and another two are on the run from police after a high-speed crash early Thursday morning initially thought to involve racing but may have simply been horrifically reckless driving, officials said.
My Travel
The key to Kyoto
Kyoto’s temples and Geisha culture are legendary, but this city is no slouch when it comes to mixing in a large slice of contemporary, too.
Sports
Culture bracket is a ‘wonder’
We figured out why you love March so much. It’s not the basketball, it’s the brackets. We’ve come up with the ultimate sports and pop culture bracket. Sure, it’s a bit random, but it’s also a bit awesome. Here’s a breakdown of some key matchups:
Philly
Finding the right match
When Chris Greenleaf competed in the 2004 World Championship of Rowing, he learned a lot about anxiety and pressure.
Sports
Upsets, OTs on first day of Big Dance
So much for that bracket you filled out.
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Upsets, OTs on first day of Big Dance
So much for that bracket you filled out.
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Boston Sports
Buchholz: Season in majors the goal
For three years, the Red Sox have implored Clay Buchholz to slow down. Still, who could blame the right-hander for wishing April 9 was here already?
Sports
No. 12 seeds always early upset threats
The notion that No. 12 seeds consistently beat No. 5 seeds isn’t a mere theory perpetuated by an upset-hungry public. The oddsmakers are aware of the history as well.
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Cooke-ing up a B’s grudge match
When the Bruins and Penguins face off tonight at the Garden, it will be more than a chance for the Bruins to hang on to the final playoff spot in the East.
Boston Sports
Dice-K on road to return?
The groin. The shoulder. The back. The neck.
Philly Sports
Villanova thrust into spotlight
Villanova’s recent losing skid is causing pessimism in area bars. Nationally, they are quickly becoming a trendy Final Four pick. Heck, even the President has them in Indianapolis.
Philly Sports
UConn a possibility again for Temple
The irony was not lost on Temple women’s basketball coach Tonya Cardoza.
New York Sports
Devils bust out early, beat Bruins
Clarkson's two points lead Devils to 3-0 first-period lead. Devils have chance at Atlantic division lead when they host Pittsburgh on Wednesday.
Photo: JAMIE SQUIRE/GETTY IMAGES
Kansas, ‘mammals’ among tourney betting front-runners
If you were hoping to root for New England schools in the NCAA tournament this year, you’re mostly out of luck.
Headlines
No Dance, but they’re playing
Holiday makes minutes count
Villanova’s new class making huge impact
Start me up: Nice numbers for Kyle
Devils bust out early, beat Bruins
Future coming, but not here yet, for Sox’ Iglesias
Surprise, surprise: ’Nova seeded two
Owls win A-10, get Cornell
Avery adds spark as Rangers top Flyers
Don’t sleep on the Owls in Big Dance
Sports Columns
SPRING ASIDE, PROSPECT NOT REDD-Y
Behold the birds in all their glory
Allen: No Harm, No Foul With Nomar
Birds of feather flocking together
Mets make us appreciate the Knicks
PHILS CREAM OF CITY’S CROP
Think hard on fighting in the NHL
Ellsbury in center of argument
Allen: King James' Faulty History
Sideline princess ups her game
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