Disease spreading despite quarantines

LONDON - Health experts say extraordinary measures against swine flu - most notably quarantines imposed by China,...

Greece coach Otto Rehhagel defends cautious game

ATHENS, Greece — Greece coach Otto Rehhagel stood by his defensive tactics after his team qualified for the...

Greece beats Ukraine 1-0 to qualify for World Cup

DONETSK, Ukraine - Greece advanced to its first World Cup in 16 years on Wednesday, beating Ukraine 1-0 after Dimitrios...

France closes in on World Cup, other playoffs tight

LONDON — France has a one-goal lead and home advantage as it faces Ireland for a spot at next year’s...

Widow, 87, found dead in pile of leaves

The body of an 87-year-old West Roxbury widow who poured her heart and soul into her lawn’s curb appeal...

France, Portugal, Russia edge ahead in playoffs

LONDON — Nicolas Anelka’s deflected winner over Ireland put France in sight of the 2010 World Cup on...

World champ Evan Lysacek leads Skate America

LAKE PLACID, New York — World champion Evan Lysacek of the United States easily won the short program...