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1. 1. Desert Orchid dies, 27

   Manchester Evening News, Monday 13 November 2006 DESERT Orchid, one of the most famous horses in the racing world, died today at the age of 27, his former trainer said. The grey, known affectionately as Dessie, became a much-loved figure both during his career and many years of retirement.

2. 2. Ladbrokes presses on with online strategy

   Manchester Evening News, Friday 17 November 2006 LADBROKES reported a slowdown in its winnings after a flurry of key football and racing results went against the bookmaker last month. The gambling firm, which split from Hilton hotels earlier this year, said total gross win for the 10 months to October 31 increased by eight per cent.

3. 3. DVD review: Cars (PG)

   Manchester Evening News, Tuesday 21 November 2006 ROOKIE racing car Lightning McQueen (voiced by Wilson) is embroiled in a three-way tie for the prestigious Piston Cup with reigning champion The King (Petty) and perennial runner-up Chick Hicks (Keaton).

4. 4. John races into the honours

   Manchester Evening News, Tuesday 28 November 2006 A FILM revealing the drama of the Le Mans 24-hour motor race took a top honour at the FICTS Milan International Film Festival.

5. 5. Gala Coral bids big over the Tote

   Manchester Evening News, Wednesday 08 November 2006 EUROPE'S biggest gambling firm Gala Coral has offered é325m for the betting shop arm of state-owned, Wigan-based bookmaker the Tote and is willing to spend another é80m for the whole firm if necessary.

6. 6. Cycling: Tour winners join Revolution

   Manchester Evening News, Thursday 09 November 2006 TOUR de France stage winners Jimmy Casper and Yaroslav Popovych are the latest stars to sign up for this month's Revolution meeting in Manchester.

7. 7. Speedway: Simon's off to a flying start

   Manchester Evening News, Saturday 04 November 2006 SIMON Stead, Belle Vue's fast-rising young star, will be raring to go at the start of the new season next March.

8. 8. Red Vision's Hollywood connection

   Manchester Evening News, Tuesday 07 November 2006 VISUAL effects group Red Vision is heading for Hollywood after winning a prestigious contract with Warner Bros.

9. 9. Enjoy a flutter on Ryanair

   Manchester Evening News, Wednesday 01 November 2006 PASSENGERS will be able to enjoy a flutter when they book online for flights on low-cost airline Ryanair under a new deal.

10. 10. Charlton 1 City 0

    Manchester Evening News, Saturday 04 November 2006 DARREN Bent scored again as Charlton clung on for only their second Premiership win of the season after Manchester City failed to end their away-day misery.

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