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South Africa to 'withdraw from International Criminal Court'
- October 23, 2016
The head of the Assembly, responsible for the management and oversight of the ICC, made the call after South Africa joined Burundi to start the process of withdrawing from the court. The departures may be a sign that some African nations have lost faith in the ICC. The ANC reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights on the continent of Africa and beyond, he said . (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The head of the Assembly, responsible for the management and oversight of the ICC, made the call after South Africa joined Burundi to start the process of withdrawing from the court. The departures may be a sign that some African nations have lost faith in the ICC. The ANC reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights on the continent of Africa and beyond, he said . (more...)
Cubs rally to top Giants, advance to NLCS
- October 23, 2016
But that had us looking too far outside the box. While Cubs fans still came out to the neighborhood Monday, few stuck it out for the five-hour game that carried into the early hours of Tuesday. -- Sergio Romo , Santiago Casilla and Javier Lopez are among the free agents. And they don't resemble the 2003 Cubs that crumbled after Bartman happened in Game 6 of the NLCS against the Marlins. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
But that had us looking too far outside the box. While Cubs fans still came out to the neighborhood Monday, few stuck it out for the five-hour game that carried into the early hours of Tuesday. -- Sergio Romo , Santiago Casilla and Javier Lopez are among the free agents. And they don't resemble the 2003 Cubs that crumbled after Bartman happened in Game 6 of the NLCS against the Marlins. (more...)
UN Cultural Agency Adopts Controversial Resolution on Jerusalem
- October 23, 2016
Around 200 Israeli extremists, on Tuesday, held provocative tours of Al-Aqsa Mosque, in annexed East Jerusalem's Old City district, heeding calls by parent organizations to increase Jewish presence on the holy site during the Jewish holidays, according to mosque officials. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Around 200 Israeli extremists, on Tuesday, held provocative tours of Al-Aqsa Mosque, in annexed East Jerusalem's Old City district, heeding calls by parent organizations to increase Jewish presence on the holy site during the Jewish holidays, according to mosque officials. (more...)
Watch Messi treat Manchester City as 'playground kids'
- October 23, 2016
The script of Kompany getting injured, regaining fitness and then suffering a setback on return wasn't the first occurrence. "Our defensive record is very good but with the way we defend and don't concede chances or goals, it's important to score and to win". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The script of Kompany getting injured, regaining fitness and then suffering a setback on return wasn't the first occurrence. "Our defensive record is very good but with the way we defend and don't concede chances or goals, it's important to score and to win". (more...)
Man Utd draws with Liverpool 0-0 in Premier League's derby
- October 23, 2016
They were always showing their disappointment. And Mourinho claimed that for all the plaudits aimed at Klopp for his attacking style, the Liverpool manager was in fact scared of United's counter-attacking threat, and so played with two holding midfielders. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
They were always showing their disappointment. And Mourinho claimed that for all the plaudits aimed at Klopp for his attacking style, the Liverpool manager was in fact scared of United's counter-attacking threat, and so played with two holding midfielders. (more...)
Howard, Nyquist lead Red Wings over Sharks 3-0
- October 23, 2016
San Jose F Patrick Marleau has scored two goals this season and 483 overall, tying him with Sergei Fedorov for 50th place on the all-time list - one behind Darryl Sittler. The Sharks pulled Jones with about 3 minutes to play. "Pav is a competitor". "I didn't score the first few games and now I've managed to score a couple so that was obviously nice". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
San Jose F Patrick Marleau has scored two goals this season and 483 overall, tying him with Sergei Fedorov for 50th place on the all-time list - one behind Darryl Sittler. The Sharks pulled Jones with about 3 minutes to play. "Pav is a competitor". "I didn't score the first few games and now I've managed to score a couple so that was obviously nice". (more...)
Ciganda wins Korea LPGA Championship
- October 23, 2016
She was the first-round leader after a 65, but dropped to second place behind Lang, the reigning U.S. Women's Open champion , after the second round. Her previous lowest finish this year was 43rd-equal in last month's Evian Championship, which she followed with a 20th-equal placing in Taiwan last week. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
She was the first-round leader after a 65, but dropped to second place behind Lang, the reigning U.S. Women's Open champion , after the second round. Her previous lowest finish this year was 43rd-equal in last month's Evian Championship, which she followed with a 20th-equal placing in Taiwan last week. (more...)
Cubs reach 1st World Series since 1945
- October 23, 2016
What a time to be alive. Lester's $155 million, six-year deal in December 2014 was a key moment in the Cubs' turnaround from also-ran to contender. Matthews still has a home in Chicago , and would love to soak up the World Series atmosphere at Wrigley. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
What a time to be alive. Lester's $155 million, six-year deal in December 2014 was a key moment in the Cubs' turnaround from also-ran to contender. Matthews still has a home in Chicago , and would love to soak up the World Series atmosphere at Wrigley. (more...)
Chicago Cubs tamed by Clayton Kershaw in Game 2
- October 23, 2016
Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal suggested that Jansen take the day to relax. "And to go to Kenley (Jansen) for six outs, you couldn't have scripted it any better". But the blemish that has restrained full validation to his historic greatness has been playoff underperformance. "It's just unbelievable to see him pitch, it's unbelievable to see him compete". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal suggested that Jansen take the day to relax. "And to go to Kenley (Jansen) for six outs, you couldn't have scripted it any better". But the blemish that has restrained full validation to his historic greatness has been playoff underperformance. "It's just unbelievable to see him pitch, it's unbelievable to see him compete". (more...)
Stokes, Bairstow put England in dominant position despite Shakib's five-fer
- October 23, 2016
Stokes then walked in to bat with England tottering on 46-4 in the second innings and propped up his team with a fighting 85. At one point, England found themselves 5 for 62 before Ben Stokes , who scored 85 led the recovery effort for the tourists which seems them still batting at stumps. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Stokes then walked in to bat with England tottering on 46-4 in the second innings and propped up his team with a fighting 85. At one point, England found themselves 5 for 62 before Ben Stokes , who scored 85 led the recovery effort for the tourists which seems them still batting at stumps. (more...)
Robbie Gould joins Giants in London, replaces Josh Brown
- October 23, 2016
There's the game Sunday at Twickenham, and construction is underway for a London stadium opening in 2018, future home of soccer's Tottenham Hotspur. Moving forward, the offensive line still has the potential to be a problem for Big Blue. -Giants CB Janoris Jenkins vs. Rams WR Kenny Britt. He returned and had 211 yards and two touchdowns in the second half, including the game-winning score. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
There's the game Sunday at Twickenham, and construction is underway for a London stadium opening in 2018, future home of soccer's Tottenham Hotspur. Moving forward, the offensive line still has the potential to be a problem for Big Blue. -Giants CB Janoris Jenkins vs. Rams WR Kenny Britt. He returned and had 211 yards and two touchdowns in the second half, including the game-winning score. (more...)
C.J. Mosley fumble turns potential pick-six into touchback
- October 23, 2016
He's putting us in the right spot. Sunday, October 9, the Baltimore Ravens (3-1) take on the Washington Redskins (2-2). It was finished off with a touchdown pass from Joe Flacco to Crockett Gilmore. Smith did not return to the game. Here we go again. Cousins at the center of two wild plays: Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins found himself at the center of two eventful plays in Sunday afternoon's game. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
He's putting us in the right spot. Sunday, October 9, the Baltimore Ravens (3-1) take on the Washington Redskins (2-2). It was finished off with a touchdown pass from Joe Flacco to Crockett Gilmore. Smith did not return to the game. Here we go again. Cousins at the center of two wild plays: Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins found himself at the center of two eventful plays in Sunday afternoon's game. (more...)
Giants aren't afraid to express dislike for Odell Beckham Jr.'s antics
- October 23, 2016
He also hurt his hip, missed part of a first-half series and needed treatment on Monday. Beckham was matched up against Young on the game-winning drive. "The play was created to go to the pylon", West said. "Once you take that trip and get over there, things are going to be off a little bit. we have a good team, good leadership and we'll handle that and make sure we're prepared", Manning said. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
He also hurt his hip, missed part of a first-half series and needed treatment on Monday. Beckham was matched up against Young on the game-winning drive. "The play was created to go to the pylon", West said. "Once you take that trip and get over there, things are going to be off a little bit. we have a good team, good leadership and we'll handle that and make sure we're prepared", Manning said. (more...)
Washington sheriff fires back at National Football League over Josh Brown case
- October 23, 2016
Too many lackluster and not-so-serious investigations which end up having the league covered with egg on their face. However new kicker Robbie Gould , who had still not formally signed with the Giants as of Friday afternoon London time, was on his way to join the team and was expected to practice Saturday. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Too many lackluster and not-so-serious investigations which end up having the league covered with egg on their face. However new kicker Robbie Gould , who had still not formally signed with the Giants as of Friday afternoon London time, was on his way to join the team and was expected to practice Saturday. (more...)
Chicago Cubs Are National League Champions
- October 23, 2016
Fowler added a two-out RBI single in the second, rookie Willson Contreras hit a leadoff drive in the fourth and Anthony Rizzo connected in the fifth. He allowed seven hits and four earned runs in five innings to push his ERA to 6.28 in five career elimination games for the Dodgers. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Fowler added a two-out RBI single in the second, rookie Willson Contreras hit a leadoff drive in the fourth and Anthony Rizzo connected in the fifth. He allowed seven hits and four earned runs in five innings to push his ERA to 6.28 in five career elimination games for the Dodgers. (more...)
Slaven Bilic admits Sunderland can be upset by West Ham victor
- October 23, 2016
While Sunderland had given West Ham a game for the final hour, the first 30 minutes belonged to the Hammers and Slaven Bilic's side could have been out of sight long before the Black Cats got into the game. Zaza, on the stoke of half-time, managed an acrobatic overhead kick following John O'Shea's half-clearance but the shot flew well wide of Pickford's goal. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
While Sunderland had given West Ham a game for the final hour, the first 30 minutes belonged to the Hammers and Slaven Bilic's side could have been out of sight long before the Black Cats got into the game. Zaza, on the stoke of half-time, managed an acrobatic overhead kick following John O'Shea's half-clearance but the shot flew well wide of Pickford's goal. (more...)
Leicester continue their ideal start
- October 23, 2016
It's just psychological because when we play in the Champions League , they're switched on, they're smart, focused in every situation. "You pay this, you spend a lot of energy, mental energy, in the Champions League ". Mahrez , recalled to the starting line-up having begun Saturday's 3-0 Premier League loss to Chelsea on the bench, was in the right place to capitalise on Islam Slimani's header and break the deadlock five minutes before the interval. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
It's just psychological because when we play in the Champions League , they're switched on, they're smart, focused in every situation. "You pay this, you spend a lot of energy, mental energy, in the Champions League ". Mahrez , recalled to the starting line-up having begun Saturday's 3-0 Premier League loss to Chelsea on the bench, was in the right place to capitalise on Islam Slimani's header and break the deadlock five minutes before the interval. (more...)
Brandon Marshall has great quote on Geno Smith and adversity
- October 23, 2016
Smith will start Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens , his first start since December 28, 2014. On Monday night, Fitzpatrick was 16 of 31 for 174 yards and an interception. The hope was to build on the success in 2015. But his first six games this season had been disastrous: five touchdowns, 11 interceptions and a 63.4 passer rating, the worst in the N.F.L. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Smith will start Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens , his first start since December 28, 2014. On Monday night, Fitzpatrick was 16 of 31 for 174 yards and an interception. The hope was to build on the success in 2015. But his first six games this season had been disastrous: five touchdowns, 11 interceptions and a 63.4 passer rating, the worst in the N.F.L. (more...)
Pittsburgh Steelers' problems go beyond Ben Roethlisberger's injury
- October 23, 2016
But now the Steelers must navigate the next month without Big Ben , who was having a Pro Bowl season before his surgery to fix a torn meniscus. Doing so, would allow Landry Jones to exploit mismatches on the opposite end of the field, likely with receivers who he is actually more familiar with because Brown doesn't practice with the second-team. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
But now the Steelers must navigate the next month without Big Ben , who was having a Pro Bowl season before his surgery to fix a torn meniscus. Doing so, would allow Landry Jones to exploit mismatches on the opposite end of the field, likely with receivers who he is actually more familiar with because Brown doesn't practice with the second-team. (more...)
Trump takes aim at Clinton and his wife during charity dinner roasting
- October 23, 2016
Democratic White House hopeful Hillary Clinton on Friday accused her opponent Donald Trump of "threatening" American democracy by refusing to pledge to accept the outcome of the presidential election. "It's true. In fact many people told me that modesty is perhaps my best quality", Trump said. Donald Trump has stepped back only slightly from his refusal to say during his debate with Hillary Clinton whether he would concede if he loses on Election Day, failing to stem the criticism ... (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Democratic White House hopeful Hillary Clinton on Friday accused her opponent Donald Trump of "threatening" American democracy by refusing to pledge to accept the outcome of the presidential election. "It's true. In fact many people told me that modesty is perhaps my best quality", Trump said. Donald Trump has stepped back only slightly from his refusal to say during his debate with Hillary Clinton whether he would concede if he loses on Election Day, failing to stem the criticism ... (more...)
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