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/ 23 February 2008

US man’s amazing memory baffles scientists

For as long as he can remember, Brad Williams has been able to recall the most trifling dates and details about his life. For example, he can tell you it was August 18 1965 when his family stopped at Red Barn Hamburger during a road trip through Michigan. He was eight years old at the time. And he had a burger, of course.

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/ 26 January 2008

Sharapova surges to third Grand Slam title

It was to be the Glam Slam, the squealer versus the squeaker. Instead, Saturday’s Australian Open women’s final was a battle of brinkmanship and jangling nerves. Ana Ivanovic blinked first and Maria Sharapova was the champion. Russia’s tennis Tsarina beat Ivanovic 7-5 6-3 to make amends for last year’s final defeat by Serena Williams.