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Panthers interviewing Turner for coordinator spot

January 11, 2018

He spent 2017 out of football but said in June he planned to return to the NFL and had received interest from several potential jobs. Scott Turner would work directly with quarterback Cam Newton , who threw for more than 3,300 yards, 22 touchdowns in and 16 interceptions during the 2017 season.

United States reaffirms support to India's NSG bid

January 11, 2018

Ambassador Kenneth I. Juster lays out several areas for enhanced Indo-US cooperation, hopes to announce fighter jet and helicopter deals next year. "That was really a major impetus in suspending the security assistance to Pakistan because we feel they have not done all that they could to try to eliminate terrorist sanctuaries in Pakistan that are contributing to unrest in Afghanistan", Juster added.

India gets tough, says talks and terror don't go together

January 11, 2018

The Indian External Affairs Ministry said that National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met his Pakistani counterpart Nasir Khan Janjua in Bangkok in December past year, confirming to media reports about such talks. India accuses Pakistan-based groups of orchestrating several terror attacks on its soil, especially in the conflict-ridden Kashmir valley. "We of course raised the issue of cross-border terrorism in those talks", he said.

USA Gymnastics under fire for responses to athletes

January 11, 2018

When Nichols reported the abuse, USA Gymnastics hired "an experienced, independent investigator to speak with her and others", it said in the statement , and that investigator recommended that USA Gymnastics report the abuse to law enforcement, at which point the Federal Bureau of Investigation "took over the matter".

Eagles to make London debut in 2018

January 11, 2018

Green Bay, Philadelphia, Carolina, Houston and Tennessee are the others. As for the Texans, Panthers and Packers, don't be surprised if they're on the travel list for 2019. That made them a "road" team in London. - The Philadelphia will reportedly spread their wings and head overseas for a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2018.

Lamborghini Urus Launched at Rs. 3 Crores

January 11, 2018

With India's growing appetite for SUVs, we expect the new Lamborghini Urus to be a surefire hit among the who's who in the country. The Lamborghini Urus features 4L twin-turbo V8 engine that churns out 478kW of maximum power at 6,000rpm and peak torque of 850Nm at 2,250-4,500rpm.

Yokohama FC re-sign 50-year-old 'King Kazu' to new contract

January 11, 2018

Miura also became the oldest player to score a competitive goal in a professional match past year, another record held previously by Matthews. Miura said he's glad to have signed a contract for a new season. He picked up four consecutive league titles while also beating global greats Gary Lineker and Zico to both the top scorer and Player of the Year honors in 1993.

West Ham open to offers for Mexico striker Javier Hernandez

January 11, 2018

In 17 league appearances so far this term, an under-serviced Hernandez has come up with only four goals and has struggled to get back to grips with Premier League action. The experienced Hernandez, who has 99 caps for Mexico, has continued to feature under the new manager but is struggling for goals and the Hammers are apparently willing to part company with the 29-year-old.

Barcelona set to complete second January signing as Yerry Mina jets in

January 11, 2018

The initial arrangement would have seen Barcelona pay the full fee up front - but the Nou Camp giants are now requesting the fee be paid in instalments. Mina had earlier tasted success in Colombia with Santa Fe after winning the 2015 national title as well as that year's Copa Sudamericana. The promising 23-year-old is expected to reinforce Barcelona's defence with Spanish media reports saying veteran Javier Mascherano is close to leaving to join Chinese side Hebei China Fortune.

Fulham rule out Ryan Sessegnon departure amid Tottenham and Manchester United interest

January 11, 2018

The England Under-19 worldwide hit seven goals in 30 games in all competitions for Slavisa Jokanovic's men last season, becoming one of English football's most talented young players. Manchester United and Tottenham target Ryan Sessegnon will not be sold by Fulham this month, the Championship club's vice-chairman has told the Telegraph .

Group promoting National Football League minority hiring questions Raiders' Jon Gurden hiring process

January 11, 2018

Del Rio was rumored to be on the hot seat in the final few weeks of the 2017 campaign and it seems as though it was because Gruden had already agreed to coach the Raiders for a second stint. League rules state you have to interview a minority candidate before making a hire. The Raiders capped that season with a loss to Gruden and the in Super Bowl XXXVII.

No Harden, no problem as Rockets edge Trail Blazers

January 11, 2018

Point guard Damian Lillard , who has missed seven of the last nine games with multiple right leg ailments, has been upgraded to questionable for the Blazers' 5 p.m. Lillard's triple with 3:47 left in the quarter brought the Blazers back to within five, but the quarter ended with the Rockets leading 86-77. The play resulted in a technical issued to Paul as Lillard sank both the foul shot and the technical.

Alex Ross Explains Last Night's Obstructing The Field Dismissal

January 11, 2018

The match left social media divided over what the correct ruling should have been. Those sentiments were echoed by fellow BBL players Andrew Tye and Glenn Maxwell last night. However, Hurricanes captain Bailey later confirmed he had asked the umpire to check for obstruction after seeing a replay on the Gabba's big screen.

Player Grades: OKC Thunder torn apart by the Timberwolves

January 11, 2018

George had just two points in the first half on Wednesday. Karl-Anthony Towns had an 18-point, 12-rebound double-double. The Timberwolves have won their last two games. Jones had been serviceable during his time as Teague's temporary replacement in the starting unit, as the former Duke Blue Devil put up 7.3 points and 4.3 assists over the last seven games.

White replaces Lynn in Australia's ODI squad

January 11, 2018

Maxwell's initial non-selection was due to his average of 22 across the last 20 ODIs, according to selector Trevor Hohns. I just want to see the best players playing, I don't care who they are I'm not against young players playing at all, but I'm just not sure about bringing people into the Australian team to develop.

Ex-Google engineer sues former employers for discrimination

January 11, 2018

Damore and another former engineer David Gudeman filed the claim at the Santa Clara County Superior Court in California. Damore and Gudeman also claim Google shames hiring managers who fail to meet illegal diversity quotas in place, and that male and white candidates are openly said to be "less favored" than others in the hiring process.

Nashville Predators sign Yannick Weber to 2-year deal

January 11, 2018

With a bit of help from video review, Pekka Rinne and the Nashville Predators continued two streaks of dominance Tuesday night. It was a frustrating result for an Oilers team that has now lost seven of its last eight games. However, the rule has gone from snuffing out egregious offside calls to having linesmen count pixels between skate blades and the ice on tablet screens.

Heat's Johnson, Raptors' Ibaka suspended 1 game for fight

January 11, 2018

He finished the night with four points (2-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists across 14 minutes. How about Heat rookie Bam Adebayo's performance? All-star point guard Kyle Lowry is not expected to play after suffering a bruised tailbone in a nasty fall during Monday's game against Brooklyn.

Australia's women players to be paid for test matches under new deal

January 11, 2018

Players will retain a 29 per cent revenue share. The announcement comes as part of a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that Australia Sevens co-captain Shannon Parry called "a great day for women's sport". Professional female players will now also be protected by a new pregnancy policy. In another win for women, Wallaroos players will receive Test match payments for the first time in 2018.

Makar declines invite from Team Canada Olympic team

January 11, 2018

Makar, who posted three goals and four assists in Team Canada's victory at World Juniors, now has a goal and eight assists in 16 games with the Minutemen this season. So Makar may have been the youngest player on the roster had he accepted the invitation, but he turned down Hockey Canada's advances. The fourth overall pick by the Colorado Avalanche last summer, Makar is now enrolled at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst.

Jay Bruce will reportedly sign with Mets

January 11, 2018

The deal is pending a physical. The Chronicle learned that the Giants offered Bruce a three-year deal as well, but for less money. Most importantly, however, Bruce adds to what would have been an anemic projected 2018 lineup. All four of the players projected as this winter's top free agents - Yu Darvish, Jake Arrieta, Eric Hosmer and Martinez - remained unsigned as of Wednesday night.

The Colts Interviewed Baylor's Matt Rhule

January 11, 2018

He has some National Football League experience as an assistant offensive line coach for the New York Giants in 2012. Reed was referring to the comment that NFL Insider Michael Lombardi on the GM Street podcast made on Monday regarding the Colts' head coaching search after Matt Nagy signed with the Chicago Bears .

Blackhawks Acquire Duclair, Trade Panik to Coyotes

January 11, 2018

Panik is in the first year of a two-year, $5.6 million deal with an AAV of $2.8 million. He had one goal and four assists in 21 games with the AHL's Tucson Roadrunners this season. Canadian left wing Duclair scored 20 goals and 24 assists in 81 games in his first full season (2014-15) but the former third-round pick has had his ceiling stunted with the Coyotes' poor performance over the past three years.

5-star recruit Brian Bowen joins Gamecocks

January 11, 2018

The 6-foot-7 forward enrolled at SC this week. It is likely Bowen will have to sit out the 2018-19 season under NCAA transfer rules. "Brian deserves a fresh start", Gamecocks coach Frank Martin said in a statement Wednesday. The recruit was identified as "Player-10" in the report, yet the details of the allegations made it clear Bowen was the player in question. Federal documents claim that Adidas funneled $100,000 to a player later revealed to be Bowen to sign with Louisville.

Notre Dame's Hiestand becomes Bears offensive line coach

January 11, 2018

Nagy isn't the youngest head coach in the league - the Los Angeles Rams' Sean McVay won't be 32 until later this month - but at 39 he gives the Bears a young coach to go with a young general manager and quarterback. "When I first got here", Long said, "you could just tell who the alphas of the group were and it was the (offensive) front that we have". He just wants to help you and help the team win.

$3.12 EPS Expected for Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AMP)

January 11, 2018

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Xcel Energy crews head to Puerto Rico to help with power restoration

January 11, 2018

Sources claim, the team has been mostly focusing on southeastern coasts that suffered the catastrophic aftermath of Hurricane Maria toward the end of past year. Xcel Energy crews are expected to work in Caguas, a mountainous and remote region in the southeast area of the island. This is where the storm came inland and the damage is significant.

Eric Staal will represent Wild at NHL All-Star Game

January 11, 2018

The league-leading Tampa Bay Lightning's top stars will be on full display when the city hosts NHL All-Star Weekend later this month. The league on Wednesday announced rosters for the January 28 event at Amalie Arena in Tampa (3:30 p.m., NBC).

Taylor & Bills fall short to Jaguars

January 11, 2018

He threw for 87 yards on 12 completions with one touchdown. Dede Westbrook was the Jaguars leading receiver with five receptions for 48 yards receiving. Bills running back LeSean McCoy gutted out an ankle injury sustained in the regular-season finale win over the Miami Dolphins . He rushed for 75 yards on 19 carries and caught six passes for 44 yards receiving.

Andrew Benintendi's agent fired after discovery of hidden camera

January 11, 2018

He then confronted Wood and immediately fired him, and Murray reports that other players had also been filmed. A baseball agent was sacked by his agency and suspended by the Major League Baseball Players Association amid allegations he used a hidden camera to film players he represented, league sources familiar with the situation told Yahoo Sports .

Chidiebere Nwakali joins Aberdeen on loan from Manchester City

January 11, 2018

Nwakali has linked up with his new teammates at their warm winter training camp in Dubai. The midfielder joined City in 2014 after impressing for Nigeria at the U17 World Cup in 2013. Along the way during his two years in Norway, he did manage to score this screamer for Start. And he's now thrilled to get the go-ahead with Nwakali snapped up until the end of the season.

Conor McGregor Knocks Out Floyd Mayweather's Trolling Attempt!

January 11, 2018

The WBC supported that contest and created a "Money Belt" for the contest. Don't think that this is too outrageous of a demand. With the image of the headline, Mayweather tweeted : "I already fucked you up in 2017 now they about to fuck you up in 2018".

Steph Curry Slipped At Practice And Is OUT Tonight, Friday's Game Uncertain

January 11, 2018

Curry played in five straight games since returning from his ankle injury. Curry scored 38 points in a win over the Memphis Grizzlies on December 30, his first outing in nearly four weeks after suffering a right ankle sprain. Thompson now has an active streak of 95 straight games with at least a 3-pointer made, which is the third-longest mark in league history and second-longest in franchise history trailing only Curry's NBA-record 157 consecutive games.

A member of Georgia's strength staff heading to another program

January 10, 2018

Sports Illustrated's Bruce Feldman reported on Wednesday that OR is set to hire Aaron Feld as the team's new strength and conditioning coach. Before the championship game, Feld was already a bit of a local and regional celebrity due to his look.

UT basketball guard Andrew Jones diagnosed with leukemia

January 10, 2018

Although Texas had said little about Jones' condition, it had become clear that he was facing a serious situation when team officials stopped providing updates out of respect for the family. He played against Iowa State on January 1, logging only 11 minutes. But obviously, the hope now is that he will return healthy and have a chance to play again at some point.

LA Chargers sign kicker Roberto Aguayo to reserve contract

January 10, 2018

But unfortunately for Tampa Bay, his junior year slump followed him to the NFL. The Mascotte, Fl. native was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Bears a day after being cut by the Bucs, but he was then released by the Bears during the final roster cuts prior to the regular season.

Sheffield United: Blades in double swoop for Lee Evans and James Wilson

January 10, 2018

Meanwhile, Wilson has arrived on loan for the rest of the season. It had previously been reported that Sheffield United initially tried to sign Leonard from Southend United in the summer however The Shrimpers successfully managed to fend off the interest from the 2016/2017 Sky Bet League One champions.

Alabama RB Bo Scarbrough Is Headed To The NFL Draft

January 10, 2018

The following year, Ridley snared 72 balls for 769 yards while reaching the end zone seven times as a receiver. "Saban and his entire staff of caring experts and professionals have created a culture of winning and forged an unprecedented legacy for this program", Ridley's announcement read, in part.

Gov. Scott outlines key issues during state of the state address

January 10, 2018

Governor Scott is also proposing the smallest tax cuts in his eight years; just $180 million. "His motivation is and has always been to advance the interests of his wealthy, well-connected cronies and donors at the expense of Floridians who actually work for a living", Bergstein said in a statement.

England to play friendlies against Nigeria, Costa Rica

January 10, 2018

Leeds United has lead the Championship in attendance this season, and leads all European second division clubs in attendance as well. Do you remember the last time England played at Elland Road? Although, to be fair, with the current England squad, "reward" might be a strong term.

Stunned Chiefs fans return to work after another improbable playoff failure

January 10, 2018

He capped it by throwing the first TD pass to himself, the first player to accomplish the feat in playoff history , and only the second to do it in any game, joining the Vikings' Brad Johnson during the 1997 season. The Titans have turned the ball over 25 times, four more than they've "taken away" from opponents. Leonard Fournette ran 21 times for 57 yards. Smith led the Chiefs into Titans territory but on fourth down with a little over two minutes left, but a long pass was broken ...

Rohit Was Selected Ahead of Rahane on Current Form: Kohli

January 10, 2018

We did that similar thing in the past with Shikhar (Dhawan ) as well. Look, these things can always be looked at in hindsight - thinking what if or what if not. It is to be seen what changes Virat Kohli makes to the side. There is a possibility that one of them ( Ajinkya Rahane or KL Rahul ) may come back. In all likelihood, Rahul will get the nod at the top of the order replacing Dhawan, while Rohit Sharmas place in the team hangs in the balance.

Philippe Coutinho: What I think about Liverpool FC signing Virgil van Dijk

January 10, 2018

The Holland global, who arrived from Southampton for a world-record fee for a defender, scored in front of the Kop in the 84th minute to get his Reds career off to a dream start with a 2-1 win over Everton in the FA Cup third round at Anfield.

Astros Seek Top Starter, Targeting Gerrit Cole

January 10, 2018

The Cole rumor is more explicit in terms of names, with Jeff Passan reporting the Pirates and Astros have discussed him as well as prospects Derek Fisher , Kyle Tucker , and Forrest Whitley . Cole went 12-12 with a 4.26 ERA and a K/BB ratio of 196/55 in 203 innings across 33 starts for the Pirates in 2017. He is arbitration eligible for the next two seasons.

Liverpool looking at Kevin Strootman to replace Emre Can

January 10, 2018

Strootman has always been linked to Liverpool's rivals Manchester United , going back to 2013 when he was at PSV. United need a midfielder with Michael Carrick set to retire and Marouane Fellaini's contract expiring, but it is Liverpool who are taking more active steps to sign Strootman.

Jemimah Rodrigues named in India squad for South Africa ODIs

January 10, 2018

She comes in place of Nuzhat Parween. Jemimah has been in sublime form this season, amassing 1013 runs from 11 matches in the women's under-19 one-day league and knock-out. "Glad the thumb injury didn't come in the way this time around". Apart from Sushma Verma, the selectors have also picked a back-up wicketkeeper in Taniya Bhatia.

His name is Gunner: Lichaj gets his dog despite no hat trick

January 10, 2018

Lichaj's wife, Kathryn , promised him that if he scored a hat-trick during a game in 2018 she would fulfil his wish and get him a dog. Mrs Lichaj was inundated with images and videos of dogs, leading to her pleading on Twitter for people to stop sending pictures of dogs.

Timberwolves trounce Cavs; Warriors and Raptors win

January 10, 2018

The Raptors lost a 10-point lead in the final 4½ minutes of regulation and then lost Lowry after a fall in OT, but still got their 10th straight win over the Nets. We all know that. What was his sentiment on the subject Monday? "I didn't mean to do that", Thomas said. The T'Wolves pounded the Cavs 127-99. "We've got to be better defensively", coach Tyronn Lue said.

Packers exec Wolf taking job in Browns' front office

January 10, 2018

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Browns have hired Wolf - who was passed over for the Packers' open general manager job - to be the team's new assistant general manager. Gutekunst's first major task will be how he goes about the National Football League draft. The lone exception being the decision to trade back up into the first round of the 2009 draft to select Clay Matthews .

U.S. judge blocks Trump move rescinding immigrant programme

January 10, 2018

Alsup's decision follows a number of rulings by other U.S. judges seeking to rein in Trump's immigration policies, including decisions that limited administration moves against sanctuary cities and narrowed the scope of a ban against travel from some Muslim-majority counties.

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