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Poll: Most Americans donâ€™t want smoking banned

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A new poll by Rasmussen Reports suggests that an overwhelming percentage of Americans believe tobacco smoking should not be outlawed.

From Rasmussen Reports:

A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that just 22% of American Adults think the U.S. government should ban the smoking of tobacco. That’s up from 17% in November 2010 but down from 25% in June 2009. However, 71% disagree with a government ban on smoking.

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Illinois coach punishes players with porridge

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We have heard of some pretty insane punishments throughout the years, but this one takes the cake. New Illinois football coach Tim Beckman has decided to punish players by forcing them to eat porridge while everyone else enjoys steak and eggs.

The seriousness of new Illinois coach Tim Beckman’s disciplinary methods were quickly introduced when porridge was set in front of many players.

Those who followed the rules, arriving at classes 10 minutes early and never missing a rep during winter workouts, were treated to steak and eggs at the “All-In Banquet.” Those who missed a beat were treated to an Oliver Twist breakfast.

“I think it was a little bit of an eye-opening experience for some of them,” Beckman said. “We ask our players to be above and beyond … and compete at a level that we think is a championship level.”

(Visit the Chicago Tribune and the Chicago Sun-Times for more on this story)

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Vijay Mallya: Want to come to India, but passport revoked – Times of India

Mallya made the submission through his counsel before the court in a case lodged for allegedly evading summons in connection with a FERA violation matter. On July 9, the court had cancelled the exemption from personal appearance granted to him and had directed him to appear before it.