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Top 5 Most Intriguing Billionaires Taking 'The Giving Pledge'

(Aug. 4) -- Talk about leading by example. When Bill Gates and Warren Buffett unveiled the "The Giving Pledge" six weeks ago, it seemed like they were going out on a limb in agreeing to give the majority of their fortunes (from Microsoft and Berkshire Hathaway, respectively) to charitable endeavors. Now, after working the...

Oklahoma State Booster T. Boone Pickens No Fan of Expansion

T. Boone Pickens made his fortune as an advocate for change in a variety of industries. But when it comes to college sports and the fate of the Big 12 Conference, home to his beloved Oklahoma State University, the 82-year-old billionaire prefers the status quo. The Texas energy and finance mogul, who has donated hundreds...

Boosters Busted by Financial Crisis

First, college football programs felt the bite of increased travel expenses due to soaring fuel costs. Now, many are feeling the effects of the current financial crisis due to promised donations that can't be kept by boosters. I won't play this out like it's a tragedy, because let's face it, college football isn't life or...