Lifestyle and Recreation

May 2nd, 2012

Fast Facts

A new book of lists should get NASCAR trivia buffs’ hearts racing

By M.B. Roberts

When SPEED CHANNEL broadcaster John Roberts sat down to compile the best, worst and most memorable moments of NASCAR for his new book, The Great Book of NASCAR Lists, he knew people would disagree with some of his choices. “We wanted to start some arguments,” he says.

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May 1st, 2012

In The Ballpark

These baseball stadiums score big with special attractions

By Kathleen Landis

While professional baseball’s rules don’t vary, every Major League ballpark’s design, amenities and traditions do. Here’s a look at some Major League ballparks and what, besides the game, awaits fans.

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March 1st, 2012

Back on Track

Jay Blake survived a bad accident and discovered a new purpose

By Tim Ghianni

Jay Blake had a typical life working as a truck mechanic. Then a forklift wheel repair went awry and “basically blew my face off.” “It was a bad day at the office,” he says of May 22, 1997, when the accident occurred.

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December 30th, 2011

4 1/2 Tons of Fun

Monster Jam rivals get ready to clash at the 2012 World Finals

By M.B. Roberts

Sports are defined by their great rivalries. Yankees vs. Red Sox. Packers against Bears. And when it comes to monster truck competition, there is nothing to compare with Grave Digger vs. Maximum Destruction.

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November 10th, 2011

Audiobooks: The California Trail and More

Reviews of The California Trail, The Cut and more.

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