I’d like to be under the sea … picking winners in the World Cup

Anyone following FIFA World Cup 2010 has heard about an octopus named "Paul," who resides in a German aquarium and has correctly predicted the outcome of each game the Deutschlanders have played, including their 1-0 loss to Spain in the semifinal match earlier this week. He's a perfect 6-for-6.

So, what's the tentacled-one's prediction for the Sunday final match between Spain and the Netherlands? Once again, it's Spain! See the story here:
http://bit.ly/bebq0G

On a related note, rumor has it that some in Germany are calling for Paul's head on a platter. So, how do you cook an octopus? See this story for some ideas:
http://bit.ly/8Z4PvF

No word on whether Paul correctly chose Miami as the new home for LeBron James.

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And, speaking of octopuses (or octopi), a shout-out to the singer of “Octopus’s Garden,” Ringo Starr, who turned 70 this week.