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The UFC Now Has Its First-Ever Openly Gay Champion
- July 12, 2016
Cormier, who was set to unify the light heavyweight titles with Jon Jones before he was removed from the card due to a possible anti-doping USADA violation, mentioned a possible rematch for his next title defense or a new challenge. Oh, my god, the greatest moment of my life. Travis Browne vs. Cain Velasquez: Velasquez hasn't fought since losing the heavyweight title to Fabricio Werdum 13 months ago, but Browne is just 2-2 in his last four fights (since a loss in Orlando in April 2014). (more...)
- July 12, 2016
Cormier, who was set to unify the light heavyweight titles with Jon Jones before he was removed from the card due to a possible anti-doping USADA violation, mentioned a possible rematch for his next title defense or a new challenge. Oh, my god, the greatest moment of my life. Travis Browne vs. Cain Velasquez: Velasquez hasn't fought since losing the heavyweight title to Fabricio Werdum 13 months ago, but Browne is just 2-2 in his last four fights (since a loss in Orlando in April 2014). (more...)
Wimbledon 2016: Andy Murray wins Wimbledon by defeating Milos Raonic
- July 12, 2016
Murray ditched the LTA to train in Spain as a teenager and past year criticised the organisation following Britain's sensational Davis Cup win, but Downey insisted Murray's on-court performances will continue to help drive participants. The couple are avid tennis fans, and the Duchess revealed to guests at an earlier Wimbledon event that they frequently play at Anmer Hall - despite William's being left-handed making it hard to play him. (more...)
- July 12, 2016
Murray ditched the LTA to train in Spain as a teenager and past year criticised the organisation following Britain's sensational Davis Cup win, but Downey insisted Murray's on-court performances will continue to help drive participants. The couple are avid tennis fans, and the Duchess revealed to guests at an earlier Wimbledon event that they frequently play at Anmer Hall - despite William's being left-handed making it hard to play him. (more...)
5-time NBA champion Tim Duncan retires after 19 seasons
- July 12, 2016
According to NBA.com, Tim Duncan has announced his retirement. Former rivals were effusive in their praise of Duncan upon learning of his decision to step away from the game. 21 did it right as the high school-to-NBA fad was blooming and soon to dominate the league's draft cycle for the next decade. Duncan averaged 19.0 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.2 blocks and 3.0 assists during his career. (more...)
- July 12, 2016
According to NBA.com, Tim Duncan has announced his retirement. Former rivals were effusive in their praise of Duncan upon learning of his decision to step away from the game. 21 did it right as the high school-to-NBA fad was blooming and soon to dominate the league's draft cycle for the next decade. Duncan averaged 19.0 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.2 blocks and 3.0 assists during his career. (more...)
Spieth skipping Olympics, latest star golfer to withdraw
- July 11, 2016
No. 1 Jason Day of Australia, No. 2 Dustin Johnson of the United States and No. 4 Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland specified that their decision to withdraw was because of concerns about the Zika virus. "There is no doubt that the number of withdrawals hasn't shed golf in the best light". I have no knowledge that people are using Zika as an excuse. (more...)
- July 11, 2016
No. 1 Jason Day of Australia, No. 2 Dustin Johnson of the United States and No. 4 Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland specified that their decision to withdraw was because of concerns about the Zika virus. "There is no doubt that the number of withdrawals hasn't shed golf in the best light". I have no knowledge that people are using Zika as an excuse. (more...)
Wenger: I would never rule out managing England
- July 11, 2016
It is a little bit of a blow for the Arsenal and Nigeria worldwide star Alex Iwobi that Arsene Wenger has made a U-turn on the decision not to stand in the way of the 20-year old going to the Olympics in Rio De Janeiro next month to represent his country, but these things happen. (more...)
- July 11, 2016
It is a little bit of a blow for the Arsenal and Nigeria worldwide star Alex Iwobi that Arsene Wenger has made a U-turn on the decision not to stand in the way of the 20-year old going to the Olympics in Rio De Janeiro next month to represent his country, but these things happen. (more...)
Murray wins 2nd set of Wimbledon final
- July 11, 2016
Both Andy Murray and Milos Raonic can pocket the biggest prize of their career to date with victory in the Wimbledon men's singles final today. Murray had break points in the first, seventh and ninth games of the second set as he tightened his grip, but Raonic was cool under pressure and took it to a tiebreak. (more...)
- July 11, 2016
Both Andy Murray and Milos Raonic can pocket the biggest prize of their career to date with victory in the Wimbledon men's singles final today. Murray had break points in the first, seventh and ninth games of the second set as he tightened his grip, but Raonic was cool under pressure and took it to a tiebreak. (more...)
Andy Murray taking nothing for granted ahead of Jo-Wilfried Tsonga showdown
- July 11, 2016
It's a massive part of my life. "I don't know", he replied. "If [I] play as focused and solid as today, I have a chance". "I'm just a little soft". Murray had apologised when the friends embraced at the net, and Kyrgios told him just to go on and win the tournament. (more...)
- July 11, 2016
It's a massive part of my life. "I don't know", he replied. "If [I] play as focused and solid as today, I have a chance". "I'm just a little soft". Murray had apologised when the friends embraced at the net, and Kyrgios told him just to go on and win the tournament. (more...)
Del Piero: Pogba facing tough decision over United move
- July 11, 2016
Pogba would be in line to earn upwards of £11m per year at United, having left the club on a free in 2012. When asked to comment on the rumours of a possible move to Old Trafford, Matuidi reminded the assembled media that he is contracted to PSG but chose to say no more on the matter. (more...)
- July 11, 2016
Pogba would be in line to earn upwards of £11m per year at United, having left the club on a free in 2012. When asked to comment on the rumours of a possible move to Old Trafford, Matuidi reminded the assembled media that he is contracted to PSG but chose to say no more on the matter. (more...)
Senate passes GMO labeling legislation
- July 10, 2016
The federal GMO labeling bill in question ( S. 764 ) - the result of months of negotiations between Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and ag committee chairman Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) - would pre-empt and nullify all state-led GMO labeling laws including the one that has just come into effect in Vermont. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The federal GMO labeling bill in question ( S. 764 ) - the result of months of negotiations between Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and ag committee chairman Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) - would pre-empt and nullify all state-led GMO labeling laws including the one that has just come into effect in Vermont. (more...)
Nick Kyrgios to put Andy Murray bromance on hold for Wimbledon clash
- July 10, 2016
This is, of course, Murray's first Wimbledon as a father and he has been spending time with baby daughter Sophia on his days off. "The rest of the match was pretty pathetic", was his summary of a match in which he failed to carve out a single break point opportunity on the Murray serve as he slumped to a fifth defeat in five tour meetings with the Briton. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
This is, of course, Murray's first Wimbledon as a father and he has been spending time with baby daughter Sophia on his days off. "The rest of the match was pretty pathetic", was his summary of a match in which he failed to carve out a single break point opportunity on the Murray serve as he slumped to a fifth defeat in five tour meetings with the Briton. (more...)
Grizzlies land Parsons for 4 years, $94M
- July 10, 2016
The Grizzlies are trying to keep Mike Conley , who is also one of the top targets for the Mavericks, who are in a pretty bad point guard situation. The 27-year-old Parsons also met with and received a max contract offer from the Portland Trail Blazers when free agency opened. But still, Conley's most likely option is to take way more money in Memphis, more money than they could offer him. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The Grizzlies are trying to keep Mike Conley , who is also one of the top targets for the Mavericks, who are in a pretty bad point guard situation. The 27-year-old Parsons also met with and received a max contract offer from the Portland Trail Blazers when free agency opened. But still, Conley's most likely option is to take way more money in Memphis, more money than they could offer him. (more...)
Grizzlies Finally Get Shooting, Chandler Parsons Agrees to Max Deal
- July 10, 2016
The Grizzlies are still the favorites to retain the veteran point guard, but if Conley does leave, most people had been considering the Spurs to be the next most likely option. While we wait to see what happens, Ben Golliver of Sports Illustrated joined me on the radio show (12-3p on 750-AM and 102.9-FM) for a deep dive on National Basketball Association free agency. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The Grizzlies are still the favorites to retain the veteran point guard, but if Conley does leave, most people had been considering the Spurs to be the next most likely option. While we wait to see what happens, Ben Golliver of Sports Illustrated joined me on the radio show (12-3p on 750-AM and 102.9-FM) for a deep dive on National Basketball Association free agency. (more...)
Silva to replace Jones in UFC 200 bout against Cormier
- July 10, 2016
If Jones really does end up sitting out for two years, Cormier will have to move forward to defend his title multiple times before the former champion could even be eligible to return. He returned to action in January 2015 in UFC 183. Earlier on Thursday, Jones tearfully apologized for his positive test in a press conference and said he did not knowingly take a banned substance. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
If Jones really does end up sitting out for two years, Cormier will have to move forward to defend his title multiple times before the former champion could even be eligible to return. He returned to action in January 2015 in UFC 183. Earlier on Thursday, Jones tearfully apologized for his positive test in a press conference and said he did not knowingly take a banned substance. (more...)
Missouri Cop 'Fighting For His Life' After Being Shot in Traffic Stop
- July 10, 2016
Scott says the officer, who has not been identified, has been one for nine years, two of which with the Ballwin department. When the officer went back to his vehicle to do paperwork, Taylor allegedly got out of his auto and shot the officer. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Scott says the officer, who has not been identified, has been one for nine years, two of which with the Ballwin department. When the officer went back to his vehicle to do paperwork, Taylor allegedly got out of his auto and shot the officer. (more...)
Gingrich: White Americans don't understand being black in America
- July 10, 2016
The former Speaker's comments followed a statement that Trump released earlier in the day, in which he called for "strong leadership, love and compassion", according to the Los Angeles Times . He spoke about how Jones has to speak to his children about dealing with police officers but for white parents it isn't necessary as, "it's not part of your normal experience". (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The former Speaker's comments followed a statement that Trump released earlier in the day, in which he called for "strong leadership, love and compassion", according to the Los Angeles Times . He spoke about how Jones has to speak to his children about dealing with police officers but for white parents it isn't necessary as, "it's not part of your normal experience". (more...)
Charles Barkley disappointed that Kevin Durant has joined Warriors 'gravy train'
- July 10, 2016
Even though Durant's move to the Warriors is now yesterday's news, there's still plenty to speculate about in terms of why he left Oklahoma City. "We think [our] style fits him perfectly". Not that Durant plans to skip town after one season. But, to put it as gently as possible, there is virtually no way that the Warriors will surpass that 73-win mark in 2016-17, or realistically, ever again. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Even though Durant's move to the Warriors is now yesterday's news, there's still plenty to speculate about in terms of why he left Oklahoma City. "We think [our] style fits him perfectly". Not that Durant plans to skip town after one season. But, to put it as gently as possible, there is virtually no way that the Warriors will surpass that 73-win mark in 2016-17, or realistically, ever again. (more...)
Serena wins seventh Wimbledon title
- July 09, 2016
But Serena kept slugging away and the barrage eventually proved too much for the 28-year-old to resist. With her seven victories at these championships, Serena now has the second-most major match wins in the Open Era (304), having overtaking Evert (299). (more...)
- July 09, 2016
But Serena kept slugging away and the barrage eventually proved too much for the 28-year-old to resist. With her seven victories at these championships, Serena now has the second-most major match wins in the Open Era (304), having overtaking Evert (299). (more...)
Mike Conley Agrees to $153M Deal With Grizzlies, Richest in NBA History
- July 09, 2016
It was an expensive day in general for the owners of the Grizzlies with them also giving Chandler Parsons a $94 million, something not lost on the Grizzlies owner who sent out this tweet. Mike Conley , the quiet assassin of a point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies, doesn't have to worry about being compensated. The address goes to show how large of a role sentimentality and comfort play in a players' decision during free agency, no matter what other teams can offer. (more...)
- July 09, 2016
It was an expensive day in general for the owners of the Grizzlies with them also giving Chandler Parsons a $94 million, something not lost on the Grizzlies owner who sent out this tweet. Mike Conley , the quiet assassin of a point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies, doesn't have to worry about being compensated. The address goes to show how large of a role sentimentality and comfort play in a players' decision during free agency, no matter what other teams can offer. (more...)
Former Florida Gator Chandler Parsons signs max deal with the Memphis Grizzlies
- July 09, 2016
The Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles Lakers and Orlando Magic are among suitors for Parsons, sources said. The Grizzlies agreed to terms with Parsons on a four-year maximum contract worth $94 million on Friday, two people with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press. (more...)
- July 09, 2016
The Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles Lakers and Orlando Magic are among suitors for Parsons, sources said. The Grizzlies agreed to terms with Parsons on a four-year maximum contract worth $94 million on Friday, two people with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press. (more...)
GMO food labeling bill passes Senate
- July 09, 2016
Senate and House , would require any foods that include GMOs to carry a text label, a symbol or an electronic label accessed by smartphone. While several republicans in support of voluntary labeling are skeptical of the bill , agricultural industries and associations who have felt the impact of the recent Vermont GMO-labeling legislation are also hoping for a quick approval for the compromise, as the bill in Vermont will not be fully enforced in 2017. (more...)
- July 09, 2016
Senate and House , would require any foods that include GMOs to carry a text label, a symbol or an electronic label accessed by smartphone. While several republicans in support of voluntary labeling are skeptical of the bill , agricultural industries and associations who have felt the impact of the recent Vermont GMO-labeling legislation are also hoping for a quick approval for the compromise, as the bill in Vermont will not be fully enforced in 2017. (more...)
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