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Benjamin of the giant frame and sandy blonde hair was all alone one planetarium night.

In football, the only thing harder than securing star status is holding on to it.

Italy's autumn grape harvest is in many ways a culturally unique event.

Juventus-Roma and Inter-Milan reflect snippets of Italian sports history.

How a trip to Europe began, stalled, and eventually became a one-way affair.

For some incorrigible "youngsters," the joy of spelling bees never end.

A number of key managerial shifts may bring British footballing surprises.