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September 23, 2012

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Historical Context for September 23, 2012

In 2012, the world population was approximately 7,201,202,485 people^[†]

Notable Deaths

2012Henry Champ, Canadian journalist and academic (born 1937)^[†]

Stephen Henry Champ was a veteran Canadian broadcast journalist, working for CTV News, NBC News and CBC News.

2012Pavel Grachev, Russian general and politician, 1st Minister of Defence for Russia (born 1948)^[†]

Pavel Sergeyevich Grachev, sometimes transliterated as Grachov or Grachyov, was a Russian Army General and the Defence Minister of the Russian Federation from 1992 to 1996; in 1988 he was awarded Hero of the Soviet Union gold star. As Defence Minister, Grachev gained notoriety because of his military incompetence displayed during the First Chechen War and the persistent allegations of involvement in enormous corruption scandals.

2012Roberto Rodríguez, Venezuelan baseball player and coach (born 1941)^[†]

Roberto Muñoz Rodríguez was a Venezuelan professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Kansas City / Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, and Chicago Cubs. He played in the United States under the name of Roberto Rodriguez.

2012Corrie Sanders, South African boxer (born 1966)^[†]

Cornelius Johannes Sanders was a South African professional boxer who competed from 1989 to 2008. He won the WBO heavyweight title in 2003 after knocking out Wladimir Klitschko in two rounds, which was considered one of the biggest upsets in heavyweight boxing history; The Ring magazine named it the Upset of the Year. In 2004, having vacated the WBO title, Sanders faced Wladimir's brother Vitali Klitschko in an unsuccessful challenge for the vacant WBC and Ring heavyweight titles. He also held the WBU heavyweight title from 1997 until 2000 and the South Africa national heavyweight title in 1991.

2012Sam Sniderman, Canadian businessman, founded Sam the Record Man (born 1920)^[†]

Sam Sniderman, was a Canadian businessman best known as the founder of the Canadian record shop chain Sam the Record Man. Sniderman was also a major promoter of Canadian music including involvement in pushing for the Canadian content (CANCON) broadcast regulations and creating the Juno Awards.

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Headlines from September 23, 2012

Orioles’ Sixth Straight Win Is Another in Extra Innings

By Peter May

Baltimore won its 16th consecutive extra-inning game, the most since 1949, to remain a game behind the Yankees in the American League East.

Sports892 words

An Evangelical Is Back From Exile, Lifting Romney

By Jo Becker

Ralph Reed, who turned the Christian Coalition into a powerful political force, is planning a get-out-the-vote operation for Mitt Romney.

National1361 words

Power, Pollution and the Internet

By James Glanz

Helping to process the staggering amount of Internet activity that occurs, data centers waste vast amounts of energy, belying the information industry’s image of environmental friendliness.

National4383 words

In U.S. Exit From Iraq, Failed Efforts and Challenges

By Michael R. Gordon

The United States’ goal has been to leave a stable government, avoid a power vacuum and maintain influence, but the Obama administration has fallen short on some objectives.

Foreign2225 words

Seminoles Stand Atop A.C.C. After Offense vs. Offense Duel

By Tim Rohan

Florida State amassed 667 yards on offense, rallying from a two-touchdown deficit, and beat Clemson in a matchup of top-10 teams to remain the only unbeaten team in the A.C.C.

Sports796 words

Disruptions: Will Apple Be the First to Break $1 Trillion?

By NICK BILTON

If Apple continues on its current trajectory, it might break a barrier on April 9, 2015, that no company has ever touched.

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Study Divides Breast Cancer Into Four Distinct Types

By Gina Kolata

New findings are reshaping the understanding of breast cancer, pointing to the use of drugs approved for other cancers. “This is the road map for how we might cure breast cancer in the future,” a researcher said.

National1140 words

You Have a Role in This Play: Peeping Tom

By Ben Brantley

“Habit,” an art-theater project from David Levine, takes place in a structure within the Essex Street Market; audiences look through its windows or walk in.

Culture1087 words

A Jazzman Looks at Loss and Finds Inspiration

By Nate Chinen

Dave Douglas’s new album, “Be Still,” is underpinned by a recommendation from his mother, who died last year.

Culture1271 words

Yankees End Homestand With Loss, but With Lead Intact

By Zach Schonbrun

The Yankees had yet another opportunity to pull out a late-inning victory, but the Athletics held on to end New York’s seven-game winning streak.

Sports862 words

After Jail and Release, New Fame as an Author

By Dave Itzkoff

Damien Echols, one of the defendants in the notorious West Memphis Three murder case and the author of a new memoir, finds himself an unlikely and uncomfortable celebrity.

Culture1130 words

Jets Make the Most of a Second Chance

By Ben Shpigel

Nick Folk’s 33-yard field goal with 6 minutes 4 seconds left in overtime boosted the Jets, who lost Darrelle Revis to a left knee injury in the third quarter.

Sports992 words