At first, I wasn't sure if I was seeing things because it was news to me. But there was a female lines official who worked the Wolves-Liverpool match this past weekend. Kind of a big deal, being that it was a televised match and all. Apparently, this was her second match.

Of course, the first goal was at her end and she had to decide on an offsides call, which she correctly called. There was no offsides, the flag stayed down, and Liverpool was leading 1-0. As usual, Wolves players had their arms up and started to yell at the ref. Almost instantly, when they realized it was a woman, they shut up. It was funny to see the protest die quickly. If it was a guy, they would still be scowling.

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This piece on Gabrielle Giffords is probably the best one regarding her recovery. No sugarcoating.

Papa John's might be in your house. Free pizza if the Super Bowl goes to overtime.

Subtitles. Or lack thereof in "The Godfather". Sollozzo gets it. Beautiful scene.

What it's like to interview Tommy Lee Jones. Not any easier these days, I'm afraid.

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Steelers-Packers means one thing for Lord Football. Huge ratings.

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