From outfielder to 'your excellency'

A former outfielder for the Chicago White Sox is all lined up for the diplomatic field.

Money talking: 'Let's make a deal'

Floyd Mayweather says he is willing to face Manny Pacquiao in a blockbuster welterweight title fight in May - but only if he receives a much larger share of the purse.

Dutch crew making waves

Dutch boat Team Brunel edged to victory in an incident-packed second leg of the Volvo Ocean Race on Saturday, beating China's Dongfeng Race Team by just 16 minutes after 23 days of sailing.

Humble Hawaiian hoists Heisman

Marcus Mariota, the prototypical 21st-century quarterback, took an old-fashioned approach to become Oregon's first Heisman Trophy winner.

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'Thirsty' Bayern impresses Pep

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola is impressed by his side's relentless thirst for titles after opening a 10-point lead in the Bundesliga on Saturday.

Pellegrini praises Lampard's leadership

Manuel Pellegrini has set his sights on keeping Frank Lampard at Manchester City beyond his current loan spell with the Premier League champion.

Gunners give Wenger a gift

Arsene Wenger hopes he can continue to silence his critics after Arsenal's 4-1 win over Newcastle lifted the pressure that has been steadily building on him.

Hull boss disgusted by diving

Hull City manager Steve Bruce called for a clampdown on diving after Gary Cahill escaped punishment for an apparent violation during Chelsea's 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

Go for the food: Macao's Cross-cultural flavors

Macao is globally famous as a haven for gambling. Luckily, getting great food there is no gamble.

Sino-sensible pizza makes it impossible to pass up the Pass By Bar

The whimsical idea of bringing Chinese elements to Western pizza has surprisingly earned Pass By Bar a place in the Nanluoguxiang streets in Beijing.

City's patchwork lineup does the job in Rome

Manuel Pellegrini celebrated Manchester City's remarkable brinkmanship in securing a Champions League knockout spot on Wednesday by hailing the champion's unsung heroes rather than its absent leading players.