Catcher, interpreter
Among Bengie Molina's positive attributes, there is this: He knows how to say "knuckle curve" in Spanish. It might not seem like a big deal that the Giants' new catcher...
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It’s a space-age diet for Zito
Pitcher Barry Zito, the San Francisco Giants' $126 million investment, leaves nothing to chance in his preparation, including his diet. He's on a nutrition program formulated by aerospace physiologist Chris...
Harbaugh’s fast ride: San Diego to Stanford
After a two-week search, Stanford hired former Bears quarterback Jim Harbaugh on Monday as its head football coach. Harbaugh, 42, comes to Stanford with 15 seasons of NFL playing experience...
Post-Thanksgiving bargains revealed
It's 11 days before Thanksgiving, but a host of tattletale Web sites already have exposed bargains shoppers can expect. According to BFAds.net, a site operated by teenage San Jose native...
Who needs a TV TO WATCH TV?
In the 12 months since Apple began its video iTunes deals with TV networks, alternative ways for watching TV shows have multiplied and more content has become available. Here is...
Agent says Bonds to test free agency
Barry Bonds underwent surgery to remove bone chips from his left elbow Monday and there were no complications, agent Jeff Borris said Wednesday. Soon it will be time to see...
Stanford QB uses his tools
In three seasons as Stanford's quarterback, Trent Edwards has never had a winning record and has thrown nearly as many interceptions as touchdown passes. But, said NFL.com analyst Gil Brandt,...
Travel tip
If you're thinking about a cruise to Mexico or a flight to Canada next year, consider this a warning. If you don't have a passport, get one. And do it...
Going to Canada or Mexico? Get your passport sooner, not later
If you're thinking about a cruise to Mexico or the Caribbean or a flight to Canada next year, consider this a warning. If you don't have a passport, get one....
If Bonds indicted, don’t expect cuffs
Barry Bonds' fate is in the hands of 23 anonymous Bay Area grand jurors who for the past year have reviewed evidence against the Giants slugger. Thursday, they are expected...