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    • Cashew fruit or "apples", which encircle the cashew nut, are displayed on a bush road lined with cashew trees west of the capital Bissau June 26, 2008. Cashew nuts are the main export of Guinea-Bissau, a former Portuguese colony wedged between French-speaking Senegal and Guinea. Its 1.6 million people are ranked among the third poorest in the world in development terms by the United Nations. Picture taken June 26, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by Reuters.

      Cashew fruit or "apples", which encircle the cashew nut, are displayed on a bush road lined with cashew trees west of the capital Bissau June 26, 2008. Cashew nuts are the main export of Guinea-Bissau, a former Portuguese colony wedged between French-speaking Senegal and Guinea. Its 1.6 million people are ranked among the third poorest in the world in development terms by the United Nations. Picture taken June 26, 2008.

    • BYDGOSZCZ, POLAND - JULY 09:  Rachel Laurent of USA in action during the women's pole vault qualification during day two of the 12th IAAF World Junior Championships at the Zawisca Stadium on July 9, 2008 in Bydgoszcz, Poland. From Getty Images.

      BYDGOSZCZ, POLAND - JULY 09: Rachel Laurent of USA in action during the women's pole vault qualification during day two of the 12th IAAF World Junior Championships at the Zawisca Stadium on July 9, 2008 in Bydgoszcz, Poland.

    • People watch fireworks during the first edition of 'Golden Nights' International Pyrotechnic Festival in Bucharest July 5, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      People watch fireworks during the first edition of 'Golden Nights' International Pyrotechnic Festival in Bucharest July 5, 2008.

    • Australian singer Kylie Minogue smiles as she poses for photographers with the OBE she received from Britain's Prince Charles for her services to music at Buckingham Palace in London July 3, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      Australian singer Kylie Minogue smiles as she poses for photographers with the OBE she received from Britain's Prince Charles for her services to music at Buckingham Palace in London July 3, 2008.

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    • British Prime Minister Gordon Brown speaks with the Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at a conference in King David Hotel in Jerusalem Sunday, July 20, 2008. Brown is on a two-day official visit to Israel and the Palestinian Territories. From AP Photo by DAN BALILTY.

      British Prime Minister Gordon Brown speaks with the Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at a conference in King David Hotel in Jerusalem Sunday, July 20, 2008. Brown is on a two-day official visit to Israel and the Palestinian Territories.

    • Ian Poulter of England tees off on the 16th hole during final round play at the 2008 British Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale, Southport, northern England, July 20, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      Ian Poulter of England tees off on the 16th hole during final round play at the 2008 British Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale, Southport, northern England, July 20, 2008.

    • Australian Simon Gerrans (Credit Agricole/Fra) jubilates on the podium, on July 20, 2008, at the end of the 183 km fifteenth stage of the 2008 Tour de France cycling race run between Embrun and Prato Nevoso (Italy). Australian Simon Gerrans (Credit Agricole/Fra) won ahead of Spanish Egoi Martinez (Euskatel/Spa) and US Danny Pate (Garmin-Chipotle/US). From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

      Australian Simon Gerrans (Credit Agricole/Fra) jubilates on the podium, on July 20, 2008, at the end of the 183 km fifteenth stage of the 2008 Tour de France cycling race run between Embrun and Prato Nevoso (Italy). Australian Simon Gerrans (Credit Agricole/Fra) won ahead of Spanish Egoi Martinez (Euskatel/Spa) and US Danny Pate (Garmin-Chipotle/US).

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    • Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham acknowledges the crowd at the end of their MLS soccer match against the New York Red Bulls in East Rutherford, New Jersey July 19, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham acknowledges the crowd at the end of their MLS soccer match against the New York Red Bulls in East Rutherford, New Jersey July 19, 2008.

    • Handout picture shows South Korean fire fighters examining the wreckage of a crashed helicopter carrying founder of the Unification Church Sun-Myung Moon and his wife were among several people slightly injured when a helicopter made an emergency landing in Gapyeong, 40 kilometres (25 miles) east of Seoul, July 19, 2008. From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

      Handout picture shows South Korean fire fighters examining the wreckage of a crashed helicopter carrying founder of the Unification Church Sun-Myung Moon and his wife were among several people slightly injured when a helicopter made an emergency landing in Gapyeong, 40 kilometres (25 miles) east of Seoul, July 19, 2008.

    • OMAHA, NE - JULY 04:  Ian Crocker swims en route to winning his semfinal heat of the 100 meter butterfly during the U.S. Swimming Olympic Trials on July 4, 2008 at the Qwest Center in Omaha, Nebraska. From Getty Images.

      OMAHA, NE - JULY 04: Ian Crocker swims en route to winning his semfinal heat of the 100 meter butterfly during the U.S. Swimming Olympic Trials on July 4, 2008 at the Qwest Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

    • In this image released by AMC, Jon Hamm stars as Don Draper in "Mad Men," returning July 27 for a second season on cable's AMC channel. From AP Photo by AP.

      In this image released by AMC, Jon Hamm stars as Don Draper in "Mad Men," returning July 27 for a second season on cable's AMC channel.

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Los Angeles Sparks head coach Michael Cooper, middle, poses with players: Candace Parker, left, and Lisa Leslie, for NBA Senior Photographer Andrew Bernstein, bottom left, at a Sparks team advertising photo shoot at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Friday, April 11, 2008. The Sparks open their pre-season schedule by playing the inaugural game for the Atlanta Dream, the newest WNBA franchise, on May 3 in Atlanta. It will mark the return to WNBA action of Leslie. The Sparks take on the Chicago Sky on May 8 in Chicago. The Sparks conclude their pre-season tour at Grand Forks, N.D. against the Minnesota Lynx on May 11. From AP Photo by Damian Dovarganes.
3 months ago: Los Angeles Sparks head coach Michael Cooper, middle, poses with players: Candace Parker, left, and Lisa Leslie, for NBA Senior Photographer Andrew Bernstein, bottom left, at a Sparks team advertising photo shoot at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Friday, April 11, 2008. The Sparks open their pre-season schedule by playing the inaugural game for the Atlanta Dream, the newest WNBA franchise, on May 3 in Atlanta. It will mark the return to WNBA action of Leslie. The Sparks take on the Chicago Sky on May 8 in Chicago. The Sparks conclude their pre-season tour at Grand Forks, N.D. against the Minnesota Lynx on May 11.
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  • Los Angeles Sparks basketball player Candace Parker wins the "Best Female Athlete" award at the 2008 ESPY Awards in Los Angeles, California July 16, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.
  • Soccer player David Beckham presents the "Best Female Athlete" award to Los Angeles Sparks basketball player Candace Parker at the 2008 ESPY Awards in Los Angeles, California July 16, 2008. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 16:  IRL driver Helio Castroneves and WNBA player Candace Parker present the award for international female athlete onstage at the 2008 ESPY Awards held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 16:  IRL driver Helio Castroneves and WNBA player Candace Parker present the award for international female athlete onstage at the 2008 ESPY Awards held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 16:  IRL driver Helio Castroneves and WNBA player Candace Parker present the award for international female athlete onstage at the 2008 ESPY Awards held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN. From Getty Images.
  • Los Angeles Sparks forward Candace Parker, center, shoots as Phoenix Mercury forward LaToya Pringle, left, defends in the second quarter of a WNBA basketball game Thursday, July 17, 2008, in Phoenix. From AP Photo by Paul Connors.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker poses in the press room at the ESPYs Awards on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles. Parker won the best female college athlete and best female athlete awards. From AP Photo by Matt Sayles.
  • David Beckham, left, and Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker pose together in the press room at the ESPYs Awards on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles. Parker won the best female college athlete and best female athlete awards. From AP Photo by Matt Sayles.
  • WNBA player Candace Parker accepts the award for best female athlete at the ESPYs Awards on Wednesday July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles. From AP Photo by Kevork Djansezian.
  • Race car driver Helio Castroneves and WNBA player Candace Parker present the award for international female athlete at the ESPYs Awards on Wednesday July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles. From AP Photo by Kevork Djansezian.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 16:  WNBA athlete Candace Parker poses with her ESPY awards in the press room at the 2008 ESPY Awards held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 16:  Soccer athlete David Beckham and WNBA athlete Candace Parker pose with their ESPY awards in the press room at the 2008 ESPY Awards held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 16:  Soccer athlete David Beckham and WNBA athlete Candace Parker pose with their ESPY awards in the press room at the 2008 ESPY Awards held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES - JULY 14:  Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks talks with teammates Lisa Leslie #9, DeLisha Milton-Jones #8 and Marie Ferdinand-Harris #24 during the game against the San Antonio Silver Stars at the Staples Center July 14, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES - JULY 14:  Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots over Sophia Young #33 of the San Antonio Silver Stars during the game at the Staples Center July 14, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 14:   Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks drives past Sophia Young #33 and Ruth Riley #00 of the San Antonio Silver Stars during the game on July 14, 2008 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. From Getty Images.
  • LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 14:  Erin Buescher #7 of the San Antonio Silver Stars drives the ball past Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks during the game on July 14, 2008 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. From Getty Images.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, right, and teammate Marie Ferdinand- Harris celebrate in the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the San Antonio Silver Stars, Monday, July 14, 2008, in Los Angeles. The Sparks won 75-62. From AP Photo by Gus Ruelas.
  • Seattle Storm's Lauren Jackson, left, tries to defend as Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker (3) shoots Saturday, July 12, 2008, in the first half of a WNBA basketball game in Seattle. From AP Photo by Elaine Thompson.
  • Seattle Storm's Tanisha Wright, left, and Lauren Jackson (15) double-team Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker (3) Saturday, July 12, 2008, in the first half of a WNBA basketball game in Seattle. From AP Photo by Elaine Thompson.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker frowns as she heads to the bench during a time out against the Seattle Storm Saturday, July 12, 2008, in the first half of a WNBA basketball game in Seattle. The Storm won 70-52, holding the Sparks to a season-low in points. Parker led the Sparks with 14 points. From AP Photo by Elaine Thompson.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, left, hugs Marie Ferdinand-Harris during their overtime win against the Houston Comets in a WNBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 9, 2008. The Sparks won 82-74 in overtime. From AP Photo by Chris Carlson.
  • Houston Comets' Michelle Snow, right, reacts after Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, left, blocks her shot during the second half of a WNBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 9, 2008. The Sparks won 82-74 in overtime. From AP Photo by Chris Carlson.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, right, pulls a rebound away from Houston Comets' Hamchetou Maiga-Ba during the first half of their WNBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 9, 2008. From AP Photo by Chris Carlson.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker (3) goes by Phoenix Mercury's  LaToya Pringle, right, in the second half of a WNBA basketball game, Sunday, July 6, 2008, in Los Angeles. The Sparks won 91-80. From AP Photo by Gus Ruelas.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Lisa Leslie (9) and Candace Parker (3) talk in the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the Phoenix Mercury, Sunday, July 6, 2008, in Los Angeles. The Sparks won 91-80. From AP Photo by Gus Ruelas.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, left, beats Phoenix Mercury's  Barbara Farris (54) to the rebound in the first half of a WNBA basketball game, Sunday, July 6, 2008, in Los Angeles. From AP Photo by Gus Ruelas.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, right, scores against New York Liberty' Janel McCarville during the fourth quarter of a WNBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 1, 2008. The Liberty defeated the Sparks 89-78. From AP Photo by Kevork Djansezian.
  • Washington Mystics' Alana Beard puts up a shot as Los Angeles Sparks' Raffaella Masciadri, right, guards and Candace Parker looks on during the second half of their WNBA basketball game, Thursday, June 26, 2008, in Los Angeles. The Mystics won 77-74 in overtime. From AP Photo by Mark J. Terrill.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, right, puts up a shot as Washington Mystics' Crystal Langhorne guards during the first half of their WNBA basketball game, Thursday, June 26, 2008, in Los Angeles. From AP Photo by Mark J. Terrill.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker puts up a shot as Washington Mystics' Nakia Sanford guards during the first half of their WNBA basketball game, Thursday, June 26, 2008, in Los Angeles. From AP Photo by Mark J. Terrill.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker interacts with fans after dunking during the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the Seattle Storm in Los Angeles, Tuesday, June 24, 2008. From AP Photo by Chris Pizzello.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker, right, is congratulated by teammate Lisa Leslie after dunking during the second half of a WNBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, June 24, 2008. From AP Photo by Chris Pizzello.
  • Los Angeles Sparks' Candace Parker dunks during the second half of a WNBA basketball game against the Seattle Storm in Los Angeles, Tuesday, June 24, 2008. From AP Photo by Chris Pizzello.
  • NEW YORK - JUNE 23: (L-R) Volleyball player Vicky Braegelmann, track athlete Patience Knight, CEO of the Women's Sports Foundation Karen Durkin, track athlete Sarah Zeran and Candace Parker of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks attend the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards at Columbia University June 23, 2008 in New York City. From Getty Images.
  • NEW YORK - JUNE 23:  Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year, Candace Parker of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks speaks at the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards at Columbia University June 23, 2008 in New York City. From Getty Images.
  • NEW YORK - JUNE 23:  Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year, Candace Parker of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks attends the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards at Columbia University June 23, 2008 in New York City. From Getty Images.
  • NEW YORK - JUNE 23:  Chair of Board of Directors of the C.W.S.A, Jean Lenti Ponsetto (L) and Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year, Candace Parker of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks attend the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards at Columbia University June 23, 2008 in New York City. From Getty Images.
  • From left, Patience Knight, a shot-putter from Texas Tech,  and the winner of the Honda Inspiration Award, Sarah Zerzan, a cross country runner from Williamette University and the Division III Honda Sports winner, Vicky Braegelmann a volleyball player from the University of Minnesota and the Division II Honda Sports winner, and Candace Parker a basketball player from the University of Tenessee and the Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year winner pose during the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards ceremony  Monday, June 23, 2008 in New York. From AP Photo by Mary Altaffer.
  • Candace Parker gestures as she accepts the Honda-Broderick Cup, given to the nation's top female college athlete, at the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards ceremony Monday, June 23, 2008 in New York. From AP Photo by Mary Altaffer.
  • Candace Parker poses with the Honda-Broderick Cup, given to the nation's top female college athlete, at the 32nd Annual Collegiate Women's Sports Awards ceremony  Monday, June 23, 2008 in New York. From AP Photo by Mary Altaffer.
  • Basketball superstar Candace Parker, a former player for the University of Tennessee, has just been awarded the 32nd annual Honda-Broderick Cup, designating her as the 2008 Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year. Parker, currently playing for the Los Angeles Sparks has also been selected for the US Olympic Women's basketball team. From AP Photo by ALBERT FERREIRA.


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British Prime Minister Gordon Brown speaks with the Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at a conference in King David Hotel in Jerusalem Sunday, July 20, 2008. Brown is on a two-day official visit to Israel and the Palestinian Territories. From AP Photo by DAN BALILTY.

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown speaks with the Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert at a conference in King David Hotel in Jerusalem Sunday, July 20, 2008. Brown is on a two-day official visit to Israel and the Palestinian Territories.

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Ian Poulter of England, left, celebrates after making a par putt on the 18th green during the final round of the British Open Golf championship, at the Royal Birkdale golf course, Southport, England, Sunday, July 20, 2008. From AP Photo by Paul Thomas.

Ian Poulter of England, left, celebrates after making a par putt on the 18th green during the final round of the British Open Golf championship, at the Royal Birkdale golf course, Southport, England, Sunday, July 20, 2008.

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Bernhard Kohl of Austria reacts on the podium after taking over the best climber's dotted jersey in the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008. From AP Photo by LAURENT REBOURS.

Bernhard Kohl of Austria reacts on the podium after taking over the best climber's dotted jersey in the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008.

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New overall leader Frank Schleck of Luxemburg reacts on the podium after the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008. From AP Photo by CHRISTOPHE ENA.

New overall leader Frank Schleck of Luxemburg reacts on the podium after the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008.

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Ian Poulter of England  celebrates after making a par putt on the 18th green during the final round of the British Open Golf championship, at the Royal Birkdale golf course, Southport, England, Sunday, July 20, 2008. From AP Photo by Paul Thomas.

Ian Poulter of England celebrates after making a par putt on the 18th green during the final round of the British Open Golf championship, at the Royal Birkdale golf course, Southport, England, Sunday, July 20, 2008.

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Simon Gerrans of Australia reacts on the podium after winning the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008. From AP Photo by CHRISTOPHE ENA.

Simon Gerrans of Australia reacts on the podium after winning the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008.

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Bernhard Kohl of Austria reacts on the podium after taking over the best climber's dotted jersey in the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008. From AP Photo by CHRISTOPHE ENA.

Bernhard Kohl of Austria reacts on the podium after taking over the best climber's dotted jersey in the 15th stage of the Tour de France cycling race between Embrun, France, and Prato Nevoso, Italy, Sunday July 20, 2008.

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