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Roger Federer pulls out of French Open
- May 20, 2016
An extra motivation for the Serb is knowing that he is just a little over $300,000 short of becoming the first player to earn $100 million in prize money. He said that he would be "taking an unnecessary risk by playing in this event". Federer won a round over Alexander Zverev but then exited to Dominic Thiem, looking uncomfortable on court. (more...)
- May 20, 2016
An extra motivation for the Serb is knowing that he is just a little over $300,000 short of becoming the first player to earn $100 million in prize money. He said that he would be "taking an unnecessary risk by playing in this event". Federer won a round over Alexander Zverev but then exited to Dominic Thiem, looking uncomfortable on court. (more...)
NASCAR Reveals Rule Changes to Reduce Downforce and Side Force
- May 20, 2016
But the rules testing may put more emphasis on making it to the finish so that drivers and teams can evaluate under racing conditions what might become standard rules next season. Charlotte has held the event every year with the exception of 1986 when it moved to Atlanta Motor Speedway. Crews have already made the call for at least eight jet dryers ready to go for Friday night's North Carolina Education Lottery 200 , starting at 7 p.m. (more...)
- May 20, 2016
But the rules testing may put more emphasis on making it to the finish so that drivers and teams can evaluate under racing conditions what might become standard rules next season. Charlotte has held the event every year with the exception of 1986 when it moved to Atlanta Motor Speedway. Crews have already made the call for at least eight jet dryers ready to go for Friday night's North Carolina Education Lottery 200 , starting at 7 p.m. (more...)
'Supergirl' lands on CW's Monday schedule
- May 20, 2016
And its slate of superhero shows has made it "one of the most balanced audiences" in broadcast, with close to a 50-50 audience split between men and women. THURSDAY: 8, Legends of Tomorrow; 9, Supernatural . There were not a lot of specific details revealed about the crossover event, but Pedowitz did say it would be "the biggest one ever". (more...)
- May 20, 2016
And its slate of superhero shows has made it "one of the most balanced audiences" in broadcast, with close to a 50-50 audience split between men and women. THURSDAY: 8, Legends of Tomorrow; 9, Supernatural . There were not a lot of specific details revealed about the crossover event, but Pedowitz did say it would be "the biggest one ever". (more...)
Goetze has 'Incredible qualities' for Liverpool, says Firmino
- May 19, 2016
Liverpool star Emre Can has urged Bayern Munich's Mario Gotze to join Liverpool over the summer. After a disappointing campaign with the German Champions this term, the World Cup victor Mario Gotze is expected to make a move away from Allianz Arena this summer. (more...)
- May 19, 2016
Liverpool star Emre Can has urged Bayern Munich's Mario Gotze to join Liverpool over the summer. After a disappointing campaign with the German Champions this term, the World Cup victor Mario Gotze is expected to make a move away from Allianz Arena this summer. (more...)
Max Verstappen brands Toro Rosso engineer exits "strange"
- May 19, 2016
In Verstappen's case, victory came in his first grand prix with Red Bull, having also spent just over one season with Toro Rosso . Hamilton was in pole position but was overtaken by Rosberg at the start, and when the British driver tried to regain the lead, he appeared to be blocked by his teammate and both cars touched going into Turn 4, spinning across the track and into the gravel at the runoff area. (more...)
- May 19, 2016
In Verstappen's case, victory came in his first grand prix with Red Bull, having also spent just over one season with Toro Rosso . Hamilton was in pole position but was overtaken by Rosberg at the start, and when the British driver tried to regain the lead, he appeared to be blocked by his teammate and both cars touched going into Turn 4, spinning across the track and into the gravel at the runoff area. (more...)
Capitals out as Pittsburgh Penguins snatch OT NHL thriller
- May 19, 2016
Matt Murray #30 of the Pittsburgh Penguins makes a save in the first period against the Washington Capitals in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Second Round during the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Consol Energy Center on May 10, 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (more...)
- May 19, 2016
Matt Murray #30 of the Pittsburgh Penguins makes a save in the first period against the Washington Capitals in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Second Round during the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Consol Energy Center on May 10, 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (more...)
Bach: Federations could be banned if Sochi allegations true
- May 19, 2016
These athletes were caught in new tests on 454 Beijing samples. After his account was made public, Rodchenkov wrote a letter to Wada and the International Olympic Committee last week, offering to guide investigators in their scrutiny of Russian athletes' samples from the Sochi Games to verify his account. (more...)
- May 19, 2016
These athletes were caught in new tests on 454 Beijing samples. After his account was made public, Rodchenkov wrote a letter to Wada and the International Olympic Committee last week, offering to guide investigators in their scrutiny of Russian athletes' samples from the Sochi Games to verify his account. (more...)
For Sharks and Blues, home was not so sweet
- May 18, 2016
Just one night after the St. Louis Blues punched their ticket to the Western Conference finals with a huge win over the Dallas Stars , the San Jose Sharks completed the matchup when they absolutely dominated the Nashville Predators on Thursday night with a 5-0 victory that probably was not even that close. (more...)
- May 18, 2016
Just one night after the St. Louis Blues punched their ticket to the Western Conference finals with a huge win over the Dallas Stars , the San Jose Sharks completed the matchup when they absolutely dominated the Nashville Predators on Thursday night with a 5-0 victory that probably was not even that close. (more...)
Australia to supply its Olympians with Zika-proof condoms for Rio games
- May 18, 2016
In new investigations, the company also said that, in laboratory studies, it can provide protection against the Zika virus. Starpharma Holdings and condom maker Ansell are producing the Dual Protect condoms that use VivaGel, a lubricant that contains an active ingredient SPL7013, which is an antiviral agent that attaches to viruses so they can not attach to human cells. (more...)
- May 18, 2016
In new investigations, the company also said that, in laboratory studies, it can provide protection against the Zika virus. Starpharma Holdings and condom maker Ansell are producing the Dual Protect condoms that use VivaGel, a lubricant that contains an active ingredient SPL7013, which is an antiviral agent that attaches to viruses so they can not attach to human cells. (more...)
Hodgson: Wilshere is in the squad on merit
- May 18, 2016
Both Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy have scored over 20 goals this season while Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has also been named in the squad . With regards to attacking threat, Hodgson has selected five forwards - Harry Kane, Wayne Rooney, Daniel Sturridge, Jamie Vardy and Rashford. (more...)
- May 18, 2016
Both Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy have scored over 20 goals this season while Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has also been named in the squad . With regards to attacking threat, Hodgson has selected five forwards - Harry Kane, Wayne Rooney, Daniel Sturridge, Jamie Vardy and Rashford. (more...)
LVG stay means Man Utd departure for Real Madrid target De Gea
- May 18, 2016
If Van Gaal does stay on to complete the final year of the contract he signed when he succeeded David Moyes in May 2014, it is believed that De Gea will press behind scenes for a transfer. Despite being named United's Player of the Year for a third consecutive season, the keeper may be seeking pastures new if there is no managerial change at Old Trafford , according to The Guardian . (more...)
- May 18, 2016
If Van Gaal does stay on to complete the final year of the contract he signed when he succeeded David Moyes in May 2014, it is believed that De Gea will press behind scenes for a transfer. Despite being named United's Player of the Year for a third consecutive season, the keeper may be seeking pastures new if there is no managerial change at Old Trafford , according to The Guardian . (more...)
Jurgen Klopp Comments on Liverpool vs. Sevilla Ahead of Europa League Final
- May 18, 2016
Klopp said before February's Capital One Cup final that he did not know which Liverpool side would show against Manchester City. "It's a challenge [to face Liverpool], in the sense of having to face big opponents with a distinguished history, and who now have a lot of momentum in this competition - which also represents a route into next season's Champions League ". (more...)
- May 18, 2016
Klopp said before February's Capital One Cup final that he did not know which Liverpool side would show against Manchester City. "It's a challenge [to face Liverpool], in the sense of having to face big opponents with a distinguished history, and who now have a lot of momentum in this competition - which also represents a route into next season's Champions League ". (more...)
Stakes high for Liverpool, Sevilla in Europa League final
- May 18, 2016
Under Gerard Houllier, Liverpool took part in one of the most extraordinary European finals of all time , as they beat Alaves 5-4 to lift the 2001 UEFA Cup. Jakob-Park. The England Under-21 worldwide, who moved to the Reds from Burnley last summer, suffered a serious knee injury in one of Klopp's early training sessions and sidelined for up to nine months with the injury problem. (more...)
- May 18, 2016
Under Gerard Houllier, Liverpool took part in one of the most extraordinary European finals of all time , as they beat Alaves 5-4 to lift the 2001 UEFA Cup. Jakob-Park. The England Under-21 worldwide, who moved to the Reds from Burnley last summer, suffered a serious knee injury in one of Klopp's early training sessions and sidelined for up to nine months with the injury problem. (more...)
Berkshire bets on rosy future at Apple
- May 17, 2016
Buffett told the Wall Street Journal that he did not make the decision to buy the shares for Berkshire Hathaway , implying that the purchase was made by one of two senior lieutenants, Todd Combs or Ted Weschler, who each control billions of dollars of the company's investments. (more...)
- May 17, 2016
Buffett told the Wall Street Journal that he did not make the decision to buy the shares for Berkshire Hathaway , implying that the purchase was made by one of two senior lieutenants, Todd Combs or Ted Weschler, who each control billions of dollars of the company's investments. (more...)
Eastern Conference Finals: Should Cleveland Put the Brooms Away?
- May 17, 2016
While the Cavs were waiting more than a week for an opponent in the Eastern Conference finals , Smith attended a comedy show where Clevelanders told him they have his back. Demar DeRozan in the Nike Kobe 11. I'll say Cavs in 5 because I refuse for any team to go through an entire conference post-season undefeated. Playing without their burgeoning centre Jonas Valanciunas , however, does have many people anxious. (more...)
- May 17, 2016
While the Cavs were waiting more than a week for an opponent in the Eastern Conference finals , Smith attended a comedy show where Clevelanders told him they have his back. Demar DeRozan in the Nike Kobe 11. I'll say Cavs in 5 because I refuse for any team to go through an entire conference post-season undefeated. Playing without their burgeoning centre Jonas Valanciunas , however, does have many people anxious. (more...)
Fearing Trump, Democrats urge Sanders to quit campaign
- May 17, 2016
LAS VEGAS (AP) - Hillary Clinton will maintain her comfortable Nevada delegate lead after turning out more supporters to the Nevada State Democratic Caucus than Bernie Sanders did. Sanders and Clinton supporters were divided over a vote to adopt a set of temporary convention rules as the permanent rules, with the former largely opposing them and the latter supporting them in a voice vote of the convention called by Lange. (more...)
- May 17, 2016
LAS VEGAS (AP) - Hillary Clinton will maintain her comfortable Nevada delegate lead after turning out more supporters to the Nevada State Democratic Caucus than Bernie Sanders did. Sanders and Clinton supporters were divided over a vote to adopt a set of temporary convention rules as the permanent rules, with the former largely opposing them and the latter supporting them in a voice vote of the convention called by Lange. (more...)
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway buys 9.8 million Apple shares
- May 17, 2016
The value has since fallen into the low US$900 million range. In 2011, Buffett amassed a multi-billion dollar holding in International Business Machines Corp . In April, Apple reported its first drop in iPhone sales, causing the company's total revenue to drop 13 percent to $50.6 billion. Apple stock climbed 3.48% to $93.67 per share during regular trading hours today, but it still remains significantly lower than the per-share price paid by Berkshire, which means the investment is in ... (more...)
- May 17, 2016
The value has since fallen into the low US$900 million range. In 2011, Buffett amassed a multi-billion dollar holding in International Business Machines Corp . In April, Apple reported its first drop in iPhone sales, causing the company's total revenue to drop 13 percent to $50.6 billion. Apple stock climbed 3.48% to $93.67 per share during regular trading hours today, but it still remains significantly lower than the per-share price paid by Berkshire, which means the investment is in ... (more...)
Guardiola rues Champions League exit
- May 17, 2016
From here to the final they will dream with us. Bayern looked on course to reach the final after Xabi Alonso's deflected free-kick cancelled out the Spanish side's 1-0 lead from the first leg. "I really have to say we played against the best team I have faced in my whole career". "We're still not champions yet, though, but I hope we will be in Ingolstadt". (more...)
- May 17, 2016
From here to the final they will dream with us. Bayern looked on course to reach the final after Xabi Alonso's deflected free-kick cancelled out the Spanish side's 1-0 lead from the first leg. "I really have to say we played against the best team I have faced in my whole career". "We're still not champions yet, though, but I hope we will be in Ingolstadt". (more...)
Ravi Shastri miffed with Emraan Hashmi's 'Azhar' for portraying him as 'womanizer'
- May 17, 2016
After its first weekend collections, the figures has turned out to be at the 9th position in opening weekend highest grosser race till now in 2016. The business reports are quite good and Azhar occupancy rate is increasing day by day. The film's box office collections have been rather dismal- Friday: 6.30 Cr; Sat: 7 Cr and Sun: 7.50 Cr, amounting to a weekend total of Rs 20.80 Cr (net) in India. (more...)
- May 17, 2016
After its first weekend collections, the figures has turned out to be at the 9th position in opening weekend highest grosser race till now in 2016. The business reports are quite good and Azhar occupancy rate is increasing day by day. The film's box office collections have been rather dismal- Friday: 6.30 Cr; Sat: 7 Cr and Sun: 7.50 Cr, amounting to a weekend total of Rs 20.80 Cr (net) in India. (more...)
Defending champion Warriors expect tough task from Thunder
- May 17, 2016
Curry has averaged 35 points in the Warriors' three wins against the Thunder this season, including a buzzer-beating 37-footer in overtime on February 27. Before the regular season began and even when it was ongoing, the Warriors and Spurs were seen as the two teams left standing in the Western Conference. (more...)
- May 17, 2016
Curry has averaged 35 points in the Warriors' three wins against the Thunder this season, including a buzzer-beating 37-footer in overtime on February 27. Before the regular season began and even when it was ongoing, the Warriors and Spurs were seen as the two teams left standing in the Western Conference. (more...)
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