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USA backtracks on 'armada' sailing towards North Korea
- April 20, 2017
His remark stoked fears across East Asia that the U.S. was poised for a pre-emptive military strike. And I will say this: "[Kim Jong Un] is doing the wrong thing". " We are sending an armada ". The White House on Tuesday blamed the Defense Department for the embarrassing debacle, according to The New York Times , which first reported the story. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
His remark stoked fears across East Asia that the U.S. was poised for a pre-emptive military strike. And I will say this: "[Kim Jong Un] is doing the wrong thing". " We are sending an armada ". The White House on Tuesday blamed the Defense Department for the embarrassing debacle, according to The New York Times , which first reported the story. (more...)
Ex-NFL star Hernandez hangs self in prison; family seeks probe
- April 20, 2017
Hernandez was a standout player during his three seasons at Florida - playing alongside future NFL quarterback and minor league baseball player Tim Tebow. He was pronounced dead about an hour later at UMass-Memorial Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster, according to a statement from the Massachusetts Department of Correction. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Hernandez was a standout player during his three seasons at Florida - playing alongside future NFL quarterback and minor league baseball player Tim Tebow. He was pronounced dead about an hour later at UMass-Memorial Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster, according to a statement from the Massachusetts Department of Correction. (more...)
Fans pumped, as Blues take 3-0 lead in series against Wild
- April 20, 2017
Instead, I bring you invaluable content. The good news for Minnesota is that Game 4 of the series won't resume until Wednesday night, so they will have an extra day to prepare. Louis front. "We can't leave him like this to make unreal saves five to seven times a game", Tarasenko said. If I had to pick one guy that I though could kill the Wild coming into the series, it certainly wouldn't have been Edmundson, so there's that. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Instead, I bring you invaluable content. The good news for Minnesota is that Game 4 of the series won't resume until Wednesday night, so they will have an extra day to prepare. Louis front. "We can't leave him like this to make unreal saves five to seven times a game", Tarasenko said. If I had to pick one guy that I though could kill the Wild coming into the series, it certainly wouldn't have been Edmundson, so there's that. (more...)
David Moyes already meeting with Martin Bain over transfer targets at Sunderland
- April 20, 2017
The striker made the observations after scoring a late equaliser in the 2-2 draw against West Ham United which saw Sunderland slip ever closer to relegation from the Premier League. 'Which fans are happy? "We'll keep believing while we're in with a chance, and somewhere along the line hope the football gods will shine on us", Moyes said. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The striker made the observations after scoring a late equaliser in the 2-2 draw against West Ham United which saw Sunderland slip ever closer to relegation from the Premier League. 'Which fans are happy? "We'll keep believing while we're in with a chance, and somewhere along the line hope the football gods will shine on us", Moyes said. (more...)
Lions captain Warburton eager to taste New Zealand blood
- April 20, 2017
Reacting to today's squad announcement, Wray said: "In 1971, the only time the Lions have ever won in New Zealand , London Welsh had 7 players in the squad". Coming off the back of a never-ending domestic season, they will have suffered further injuries and numerous coaching teams' best-laid plans will have been torn up. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Reacting to today's squad announcement, Wray said: "In 1971, the only time the Lions have ever won in New Zealand , London Welsh had 7 players in the squad". Coming off the back of a never-ending domestic season, they will have suffered further injuries and numerous coaching teams' best-laid plans will have been torn up. (more...)
Centurion: Ronaldo becomes 1st player to score 100 European goals
- April 20, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo's second-half double in Munich last week made him the first man to reach a century of European goals, but more importantly handed Madrid a vital 2-1 first leg lead. Bayern Munich's Chilean midfielder Arturo Vidal (2R) celebrates with teammates scoring during the UEFA Champions League 1st leg quarter-final football match FC Bayern Munich v Real Madrid in Munich, southen Germany on April 12, 2017. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo's second-half double in Munich last week made him the first man to reach a century of European goals, but more importantly handed Madrid a vital 2-1 first leg lead. Bayern Munich's Chilean midfielder Arturo Vidal (2R) celebrates with teammates scoring during the UEFA Champions League 1st leg quarter-final football match FC Bayern Munich v Real Madrid in Munich, southen Germany on April 12, 2017. (more...)
Ton-up Amla guides KXIP to 198 for 4 vs Mumbai Indians
- April 20, 2017
Last season, Parthiv Patel and Jasprit Bumrah handed Mumbai Indians a brilliant victory in Mohali, but they had to face defeat in Vishakhapatnam thanks to impressive displays from the Kings XI Punjab duo of Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Last season, Parthiv Patel and Jasprit Bumrah handed Mumbai Indians a brilliant victory in Mohali, but they had to face defeat in Vishakhapatnam thanks to impressive displays from the Kings XI Punjab duo of Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis. (more...)
Butler serves up late Bulls run to shock Celtics
- April 20, 2017
Rondo's night ended with 11 points and 14 assists on a night when all five Bulls starters reached double figures. And the longest tenured Boston player couldn't disagree as he saw his teammates hold their heads down en route to the East top team falling into a 0-2 hole against the eighth-seeded Chicago squad. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Rondo's night ended with 11 points and 14 assists on a night when all five Bulls starters reached double figures. And the longest tenured Boston player couldn't disagree as he saw his teammates hold their heads down en route to the East top team falling into a 0-2 hole against the eighth-seeded Chicago squad. (more...)
Former NFL player Aaron Hernandez hangs self in MA prison cell
- April 20, 2017
He appears to have hanged himself by attaching a bed sheet to the window of his single cell. Simpson was found innocent and set free; Hernandez was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison. The former New England Patriots tight end and convicted murderer committed suicide early Wednesday morning and that final act may set off a long string of legal challenges and financial squabbles. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
He appears to have hanged himself by attaching a bed sheet to the window of his single cell. Simpson was found innocent and set free; Hernandez was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison. The former New England Patriots tight end and convicted murderer committed suicide early Wednesday morning and that final act may set off a long string of legal challenges and financial squabbles. (more...)
Pregnant Serena will return, says agent
- April 20, 2017
The guesswork had been put to rest when Williams' spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak , confirmed the pregnancy. "I'm happy to confirm that Serena is expecting a baby this fall", Novak said in a statement. The next Grand Slam tournament this year is the French Open, which starts in May. Former No 1 Victoria Azarenka of Belarus, 27, missed most of the 2016 season to have a baby and is expected to return to the tour this summer. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The guesswork had been put to rest when Williams' spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak , confirmed the pregnancy. "I'm happy to confirm that Serena is expecting a baby this fall", Novak said in a statement. The next Grand Slam tournament this year is the French Open, which starts in May. Former No 1 Victoria Azarenka of Belarus, 27, missed most of the 2016 season to have a baby and is expected to return to the tour this summer. (more...)
Mignolet delight as Liverpool prove defensive strength
- April 20, 2017
I am really happy about the performance". I thought we did enough to get a point. Liverpool: Simon Mignolet 6, Nathaniel Clyne 6, Dejan Lovren 6, Joel Matip 6, James Milner 6, Georginio Wijnaldum 5, Emre Can 6, Leiva Lucas 5, Divock Origi 5, Roberto Firmino 7, Philippe Coutinho 6. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
I am really happy about the performance". I thought we did enough to get a point. Liverpool: Simon Mignolet 6, Nathaniel Clyne 6, Dejan Lovren 6, Joel Matip 6, James Milner 6, Georginio Wijnaldum 5, Emre Can 6, Leiva Lucas 5, Divock Origi 5, Roberto Firmino 7, Philippe Coutinho 6. (more...)
Justin Rose, Sergio Garcia tied atop Masters; Rickie Fowler 1 shot back
- April 20, 2017
I have an opportunity. "I kept that in mind", he said. Spieth went without a bogey for 29 straight holes on Friday and Saturday, hitting nine birdies in the process. 15 on Thursday, he would be leading by one stroke. He almost holed a wedge from the fairway on the 15th for another birdie and wound up with a 68. Westwood finds himself still five shots adrift of leader Charley Hoffman, who still has six holes left to play. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
I have an opportunity. "I kept that in mind", he said. Spieth went without a bogey for 29 straight holes on Friday and Saturday, hitting nine birdies in the process. 15 on Thursday, he would be leading by one stroke. He almost holed a wedge from the fairway on the 15th for another birdie and wound up with a 68. Westwood finds himself still five shots adrift of leader Charley Hoffman, who still has six holes left to play. (more...)
Pregame: Pens at Jackets, 7:38 pm (PIT leads series, 3-0)
- April 20, 2017
Werenski ended the Blue Jackets' 5-4 overtime loss with 19:08 of ice time. He typically plays on the first line for the Penguins alongside superstar Sidney Crosby and opposite Conor Sheary. Fear not, though. Nothing that happened in Game 4 suggests that the Jackets have what it takes to mount a historic comeback. Quincey had not played in the first three games. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Werenski ended the Blue Jackets' 5-4 overtime loss with 19:08 of ice time. He typically plays on the first line for the Penguins alongside superstar Sidney Crosby and opposite Conor Sheary. Fear not, though. Nothing that happened in Game 4 suggests that the Jackets have what it takes to mount a historic comeback. Quincey had not played in the first three games. (more...)
Russell Westbrook Leads OKC Thunder to Buzzer-Beating Win While Breaking Record
- April 20, 2017
Overall, he finished with 50 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists. The 55-year drought was worth the wait. Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook and Indiana Pacers forward Paul George were named the NBA Players of the Week for games on April 2-9. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Overall, he finished with 50 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists. The 55-year drought was worth the wait. Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook and Indiana Pacers forward Paul George were named the NBA Players of the Week for games on April 2-9. (more...)
Kingfisher Airlines employees say their main concern is recovery of unpaid dues
- April 20, 2017
British authorities have informed the Central Bureau of Investigation ( CBI ) about the arrest. Surjewala said the government's sincerity of objective would be proved only when Mallya and Modi are brought back to India. "Mallya was famous for his flashy lifestyle in India and hosting lavish parties attended by models and Bollywood stars", wrote The Guardian's Rupert Neate. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
British authorities have informed the Central Bureau of Investigation ( CBI ) about the arrest. Surjewala said the government's sincerity of objective would be proved only when Mallya and Modi are brought back to India. "Mallya was famous for his flashy lifestyle in India and hosting lavish parties attended by models and Bollywood stars", wrote The Guardian's Rupert Neate. (more...)
Wild Vs. Blues Game 3 Recap: Get Hissed!
- April 20, 2017
Louis' 2-1 overtime victory in Game 1 of this already captivating quarterfinal series. All things considered, if only one of the two 0-3 teams get swept out of the playoffs, the Blue Jackets nearly seem more destined for an early exit since. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Louis' 2-1 overtime victory in Game 1 of this already captivating quarterfinal series. All things considered, if only one of the two 0-3 teams get swept out of the playoffs, the Blue Jackets nearly seem more destined for an early exit since. (more...)
Young Cubs fan gets emotional after being surprised with tickets
- April 20, 2017
The defending World Series champions will likely inspire plenty of fans to make their first ever trip to the Friendly Confines this year, but it's highly unlikely that they'll get a reaction as spectacular and awesome as Kolt's was. The video was shot by Kolt's mom Natalie Kyler. Kolt, who is from Pierceton, Ind., got the tickets from his dad for all his hard work on the farm. Sports that her little brother watches every Cubs game. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The defending World Series champions will likely inspire plenty of fans to make their first ever trip to the Friendly Confines this year, but it's highly unlikely that they'll get a reaction as spectacular and awesome as Kolt's was. The video was shot by Kolt's mom Natalie Kyler. Kolt, who is from Pierceton, Ind., got the tickets from his dad for all his hard work on the farm. Sports that her little brother watches every Cubs game. (more...)
Joe Pavelski scores fastest playoff goal in Sharks history
- April 20, 2017
Captain Joe Pavelski set a franchise record for the fastest goal at the outset of a playoff game - 15 seconds - in addition to scoring later on the power play and contributing an assist. "We were bad tonight, obviously", McDavid said. "Big saves, timely saves, especially early on when they had all their momentum, he was great for us". (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Captain Joe Pavelski set a franchise record for the fastest goal at the outset of a playoff game - 15 seconds - in addition to scoring later on the power play and contributing an assist. "We were bad tonight, obviously", McDavid said. "Big saves, timely saves, especially early on when they had all their momentum, he was great for us". (more...)
Chicago Bulls: Takeaways From Game 1 Win Over Boston Celtics
- April 20, 2017
You can expect Boston to do a much better job of limiting Portis as he had the game of his life as he scored 19 points on 8 of 10 shooting with 9 rebounds. Having played for four teams in the last three seasons, the once-All-Star point guard went through his most trying campaign after signing with Chicago as a free agent last summer. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
You can expect Boston to do a much better job of limiting Portis as he had the game of his life as he scored 19 points on 8 of 10 shooting with 9 rebounds. Having played for four teams in the last three seasons, the once-All-Star point guard went through his most trying campaign after signing with Chicago as a free agent last summer. (more...)
Madrid clubs back on top in European soccer
- April 20, 2017
Barcelona must now rest and regroup for Sunday's trip to play Real Madrid in a " clasico " match that will go a long way to deciding the Spanish league title. But it was Monaco who had the best chances to score again after that, with Burki tipping over Almamy Toure's looping header and Falcao squandering a fine chance before substitute Germain made sure of their place in the last four. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Barcelona must now rest and regroup for Sunday's trip to play Real Madrid in a " clasico " match that will go a long way to deciding the Spanish league title. But it was Monaco who had the best chances to score again after that, with Burki tipping over Almamy Toure's looping header and Falcao squandering a fine chance before substitute Germain made sure of their place in the last four. (more...)
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