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Officer Shot at Congressional Baseball Practice Throws First Pitch at Women's Game

June 22, 2017

This year's game took on a different tone, coming just a week after the GOP congressional baseball team was ambushed by a gunman at an early morning practice. The same news release said the event had raised more than $1 million since the game's inception. The top headlines from JournalStar.com. The press team beat the bipartisan lawmakers squad 2-1 in the ninth annual charity contest.

Alternate juror says he would have convicted Cosby

June 22, 2017

The high-profile case accusing Bill Cosby of aggravated indecent assault ended in a mistrial Saturday after a Pennsylvania jury was unable to come to a unanimous decision. The jury deadlocked on the sixth day of deliberations, after rehearing key testimony and asking more than a dozen questions of the court, including the definition of "reasonable doubt".

Noles Earn CSCAA Scholar All-America

June 22, 2017

To be selected as a CSCAA Scholar All-America Team, programs must have achieved a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher during the spring semester. The Navy women's team compiled a collective 3.13 GPA and the men's team accrued an overall 3.04 GPA for the semester.

Yachting: New Zealand make fast start in America's Cup final

June 22, 2017

The Kiwis started this series on minus-one point because they were the challengers, but four wins from the opening four races as them well-placed for victory. Oracle skipper Jimmy Spithill admitted his team will need to make major changes if they are to turn the match around. The most pleasing aspect for the Kiwis was the speed of their boat in the light conditions of seven to ten knots, Aotearoa New Zealand consistently quicker than the Americans.

My Cousin Rachel plays a fascinating psychological game

June 22, 2017

My Cousin Rachel may not be the most nuanced or sedate adaptations ever made, but its atmospheric beauty, and at times laugh-out-loud melodramatic air is sure to have something for everyone. My Cousin Rachel is blandly watchable, a forever unspooling nothing of a film that's hard to get worked up about. Clearly the director is hoping that you will be so taken in by the many shots of galloping horses and sumptuous architecture that you won't notice how silly the plot is, but even so huge a ...

Injured jockey Frankie Dettori out of Royal Ascot

June 22, 2017

Jack Hobbs , the 2-1 favourite, was a huge disappointment and finished last having had every chance. However, when push came to shove, it was Highland Reel - ridden by Ryan Moore - that showed true class, kicking on out of the crowd to power towards a brilliant victory ahead of Decorated Knight and Ulysses .

Boy killed by bear identified as Anchorage teen

June 22, 2017

The ominous text message came in to Brad Precosky's phone just before 3 p.m. on Sunday. Guarding the body. Coordinates were correct. Talk calmly, especially if it's clear the bear is in defensive mode. "It's sort of like someone being struck by lightning". The race director told KTUU that the runner was beginning his descent near the halfway point on Bird Ridge Trail, which takes runners up a mountain that rises over the Seward Highway between Anchorage and Girdwood.

Man Utd Reportedly Agree Personal Terms With Zlatan Ibrahimovic Replacement

June 22, 2017

Landing both Morata and Rodriguez would make an expensive but strong start to the Red Devils' summer business, but it's hard to read too much into Morata's comments. While the Champions League holders value the striker at nearer £80m the Express are citing a report coming from Spanish outlet Marca that claims Morata has now chose to join United following a personal phonecall with Mourinho .

USC's Cortes Is A Baseball All-American

June 22, 2017

Sims was named to the Collegiate Baseball News' Freshman All-American Team last week. Wilhite, who was named to the ACC All-Freshman Team, was at the top in a number of offensive categories for Georgia Tech this season. Prato ranked third on the team with 16 multi-hit efforts and second in multi-RBI games (8) for the Huskies in 2017. He also registered six multi-RBI games, which was highlighted by a four RBI showing in the win over Belmont on March 3.

Master of defence Halep downs Pliskova to reach Paris final

June 22, 2017

Halep, a 2014 runner-up at Roland Garros, recorded just 14 unforced errors in a two-hour long contest, frustrating Pliskova with her ability to soak up punishment. There are many similarities with the Serb who also relied on an all-out attacking style and Ostapenko is unlikely to reel in her game against the vastly more experienced Bacsinszky.

Stevenage's Lewis Hamilton secures victory in Canadian F1 Grand Prix

June 22, 2017

Vettel suffered damage to his auto when being overtaken by Red Bull's Max Verstappen at the first corner and pitted for repairs four laps later, but he refused to blame the Dutch youngster. However, the Mexican wasn't pleased with the team orders, despite being promised that the position will be given back if Ocon doesn't manage to get past Ricciardo.

Will NHL awards honor Leafs, Oilers, Columbus?

June 22, 2017

NHL 18 introduces 3-on-3 hockey in two bold new ways. EA also released information on new features coming to the game and a gameplay trailer. The 20-year-old is on pace to become one of, if not the best player in the league for years to come, so it makes sense to showcase him as the leader of the youth movement in the new game.

Twitter users can't get over Jonah Hill's dramatic weight loss

June 22, 2017

Hill's weight has fluctuated over the years. Yes, the same Jonah Hill that packed on 40 pounds for War Dogs . "I wish there was some insane thing that I did, like a pill or a genie or something, but I went to see a nutritionist, and he told me what to eat and to change my habits and stuff", he told ABC News in 2011.

5 takeaways from the new United Nations report on refugees

June 22, 2017

In terms of overall displacement, Syria still accounts for the biggest numbers, with 12 million people (65 per cent of the population) displaced internally or living outside the country as refugees . In Syria, a six-year civil war has ravaged the country, forcing almost two-thirds of its population to flee, according to the report . Grandi tasked the world to assist countries like Ethiopia to shoulder the refugee burden.

NBC Sports will reportedly broadcast $100000 Rocket League tournament this summer

June 22, 2017

Soon, it will be reaching an even larger audience when Tencent brings it to China . Television networks have been gaining interest in esports for the past couple of years, and today NBC Sports became the latest network to jump on the trend.

Elmore Sports Group moving AAA Sky Sox to San Antonio

June 22, 2017

Upon the rise to AAA in 2019, the Missions will continue to be led by President Burl Yarbrough and his staff, as they have been for the previous 30 seasons. The Missions now play in the AA Texas League. These moves are contingent upon the approval of the Pioneer Baseball League, the Texas League, the Pacific Coast League, the President of Minor League Baseball and the review of the Baseball Office of the Commissioner.

Raiders close to finalizing new deal with Derek Carr

June 22, 2017

Carr wanted to be with the Raiders and after years and years of losing, the Raiders weren't going to let him hit free agency next offseason. Three years into his NFL career, Derek Carr has emerged as one of the best young quarterbacks in the league.

Confederations Cup: Mexico score in injury time to hold Portugal

June 22, 2017

Pacific Time at the Otkrytiye Arena in Moscow, Russia. Fifa has defended the use of video assistant referees (VARs) in the Confederations Cup, saying the technology is "the future of football". "We're professionals, we just think about doing our best and going as far as we can at this Confederations Cup", said Pepe, who is out of contract at Real.

Harry Kane comes to England's rescue against Scotland

June 21, 2017

The captain doubled his side's lead with a low strike in the 28th, and scored Montenegro's 100th worldwide goal to make it 3-0. That is what is good about this England team. That's what we have got to show - we have to be a team that are never beaten. "A big part of it is about being in hard situations", Kane said of the boot camp.

Paul George wants to be a Laker

June 22, 2017

George reportedly wanted to be honest and upfront with the Pacers after spending the first seven years of his career in Indiana. Since then, George has been a consistent all-star and at one point had the Pacers as a possible threat to take down the Miami Heat during the four seasons Lebron James was a member of the team.

Petra Kvitova into Birmingham quarters after straight sets win

June 22, 2017

On the longest, hottest day of the year Petra Kvitova made short work of booking her place in the last eight at the Aegon Classic in Birmingham , cruising past Britain's Naomi Broady 6-2, 6-2. "I still have a lot of things to improve but it is good news", said Kvitova, who will compete at Wimbledon when the tournament starts on 3 July. It's not necessarily her power that is so hard, it's just her placement of the ball.

Gracious Halep hails new champ Ostapenko

June 22, 2017

I think I have the game. - Following her title win, Ostapenko will move up to a career-high world number 12 from 47 in the WTA rankings. An ultra-aggressive style again reaped rewards for the 20-year-old Latvian, whose respective victor and unforced error tallies (54 and 54) dwarfed the respective numbers of her opponent (eight and 10).

Usain Bolt Gets Ready To Run Last Race In Jamaica

June 21, 2017

The eight-time Olympic gold-medalist kissed the track after his victory as fireworks lit up the night sky on the Caribbean island. Bolt is retiring in August following the London World Championships. He ran 19.90 on April 22 and is the joint-second fastest over the 200m this year. Pictures of a distraught Bolt, in tears as he carried Mason's coffin in the funeral, showed how much his friend's death had affected him.

Leader of anti-EU UKIP Party quits after election failure

June 21, 2017

UKIP economy spokesman Patrick O'Flynn said he believes there will be " hell to pay " with Eurosceptic voters if the exit poll turns out to be correct, adding he expects people to " gravitate back to UKIP in very large numbers ". UKIP leader Paul Nuttall appeared to blame Prime Minister Theresa May and warned the result would put Brexit " in jeopardy ". The UKIP leader stood in Boston and Skegness, which he hopes to take from the Conservatives.

Kings turned down No 2 pick trade offer from Lakers

June 22, 2017

Lee's option for next season is worth $1.6 million. The problem, however, is that the Pacers remain insistent on the Lakers including the second pick in the draft, something the Lakers are insistent on not including . Perhaps they are anxious about the other teams that are interested in dealing for George . IN also has engaged in talks with the Cleveland Cavaliers .

Lions to be led by the 'Best' against Chiefs

June 22, 2017

Cory Hill, Kristian Dacey, Gareth Davies and Tomas Francis of Wales, plus Finn Russell and Allan Dell of Scotland were added. "Had it been a Test match he would have played", Gatland said. It is a major boost that one of the most influential members of the touring party is set to be available. Andy Farrell believes the British & Irish Lions are relishing the challenge of shutting down a prolific New Zealand attack, just as they have done to the Crusaders and Maori All Blacks , writes ...

Champions Trophy: India set up Bangladesh clash in semi-final

June 21, 2017

It was a decent wicket to bat on. Kohli won the toss and chose to field and the bowlers responded to the skipper's decision brilliantly. De Villiers admitted that the fact he, David Miller and Imran Tahir were all run out via horrendous communication was what frustrated him the most.

Mike Zunino hits two more home runs Monday in Seattle

June 21, 2017

Manager Brad Ausmus replaced Zimmermann with Daniel Stumpf to get a left-on-left matchup against Ben Gamel , who had two singles in previous three at-bats. It's been a significant turnaround for Zunino, who was hitting.167 with no home runs and only two RBIs in 24 games when he was sent down to Tacoma.

Lakers not likely to pass on Ball with No. 2 pick

June 21, 2017

As such, the Pacers have seemingly hopped on the phones and are trying their best to offload their exiting super star via a trade. After this week's draft, that number will likely fall below 25, which would make the Lakers one of the NBA's three youngest teams.

Going viral: Young fan sobs after India loses Champions Trophy finals

June 21, 2017

Indian cricket fans have been teasing the Pakistan cricket team and its fans on the basis of the "Mauka Mauka" video ahead of every match between the arch-rivals since the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015. Minister for Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage Marriyum Aurangzeb said on Tuesday that the Pakistan team made the nation proud by becoming the champions.

NSW coach Daley takes swipe at Origin refs

June 21, 2017

New South Wales won the opening match 28-4. We addressed it early in the camp where we didn't play so well in game one and the boys are fully aware of what needs to be done in game two. Selected out of obscurity, Tim Glasby had just entered play when James Maloney walked past him in a lacklustre effort before linking with Brett Morris, who finished like a true professional.

ICC Champions trophy: Michael Hussey dubbed Pakistan as destiny's child

June 21, 2017

According to Station Incharge Sanjay Phatak from Shahpur, these men have been arrested under IPC Section 120 B, Section 124 A. Photographs of Indian captain Virat Kohli were set on fire and police were forced to deploy security personnel outside Mahendra Sindh Dhoni's residence after the humiliating loss.

Jubilation in Pakistan after win over India

June 21, 2017

But nation is above everything and we will be playing for victory of India . They have been waiting for this for a long, long time. Chasing a challenging total of 339 runs, India bowed down before the Pakistani bowlers and got all out for mere 158 runs in 33.3 overs.

MLB Draft 2017: How, when, and where to watch

June 21, 2017

This is the third time in the last four years that the Twins have selected a high school position player with their first round selection, selecting outfielder Alex Kirilloff in 2016 and infielder Nick Gordon in 2014. "I think you use speed for everything: defensively, offensively, and it helps with range", Lewis said. "You watch him play on the field, it's infectious", Twins chief baseball officer Derek Falvey said.

Robert Kraft says football is safer than ever

June 21, 2017

In an interview with The Jerusalem Post , Goodell touched on his recent history with Kraft. "Years ago, I remember meeting my dear friend, Robert Kraft and his wife Myra, and we had an instant connection". "Like our quarterback, I am trying to remain positive and look to the future rather than dwell on the past". In fact, many speculated that the Patriots were over-punished in deflate-gate so Goodell could show other owners he doesn't give Kraft preferential treatment.

Florida upends Louisville to reach bracket final in CWS

June 21, 2017

Friday against the victor of a Thursday elimination game between Louisville and Texas Christian University. Louisville did out-hit Florida 7-5. Things got scary in the seventh when Colin Lyman drove-in a run with a base hit. "I guess I was getting a little bit exhausted", Singer said. Merrill, playing before friends and family in his hometown, homered to start a three-run third inning and the roomies helped keep the Frogs' season going with a 4-1 win over Texas A&M in a College World ...

Globetrotting horse Highland Reel wins at Royal Ascot

June 21, 2017

But the reality was very different, Scottish acting as pacesetter with Highland Reel, Ulysses and Decorated Knight for company in a bunched pack. The richest race of the week on another baking hot Windsor day was billed as a two-way battle for supremacy between Godolphin-owned Jack Hobbs and the Aidan O'Brien-trained Highland Reel.

Lions DT Thornton suspended 6 games

June 21, 2017

The 27-year-old Thornton will be able to rejoin the Lions following Detroit's game against the New Orleans Saints on October 15. Thornton, who played in 13 games last season and made six starts, can participate in offseason and preseason workouts, practices and games.

Lamela injury blow for Spurs

June 21, 2017

Lamela's hip injury is set to keep him out until October, while Son could be out until a similar time after damaging his arm on global duty. Lamela is a key player for Spurs and this news will come as a blow to them as they look to challenge for major trophies next season.

Azarenka wins first match on return from motherhood

June 21, 2017

Belarus' Victoria Azarenka hits a shot during her third round match against Japan's Naomi Osaka at the Australian Open tennis tournament at Melbourne Park, Australia, January 23, 2016. Azarenka had made a positive start on her return on Tuesday winning the first set 6-3 before losing the second 6-4 and the initiative in the contest before play was called off for the day.

Bono honors Rep. Steve Scalise at U2 concert

June 21, 2017

Hodgkinson died after an exchange of gunfire with officers at the scene. He said during the concert the audience had been through some "troubling" days with the shooting last week in Alexandria, Va. Last week and just days after the shooting, Bono dedicated the song "One Tree Hill" to Scalise and former Arizona Congresswoman Gabby Giffords who survived a 2011 assassination attempt.

Rafael Nadal revels in the instant history of 'a ideal Roland Garros'

June 21, 2017

Nadal improved to 79-2 lifetime at Roland Garros and lifted the trophy for the first time since 2014 after disposing of Wawrinka in just two hours and five minutes. " It's impossible to describe this moment ". Wawrinka , who had been on an 11-match winning streak on clay, was being hunted down mercilessly and his frustration boiled over as the Spaniard closed in on a two-set lead, the Swiss wrecking his racket frame after a missed forehand.

Lionel Messi wanted Manchester City move

June 21, 2017

Having, at the time, been found guilty and later handed a 21-month suspended prison sentence for tax evasion, Mundo Deportivo suggest that the 29-year-old became disenchanted with life in Catalunya and having made a decision to retire (albeit briefly) from worldwide football last June, Messi is said to have been ready to also leave his boyhood club.

French Open 2017: Simona Halep and Jelena Ostapenko reach final

June 21, 2017

The American questioned which of the last four survivors - Simona Halep , Karolina Pliskova , Timea Bacsinszky or Jelena Ostapenko - would rise to the challenge of winning their first grand slam in the absence of so many big names. In a stunning coincidence, the amiable Brazilian secured the first of three victories here on the day Ostapenko was born. Logic suggested the steady approach she adopted after losing the first-set tiebreak would get the job done for the experienced Swiss, ...

Afridi terms Pakistan's win historic, stresses importance of consistency

June 21, 2017

Speaking to journalists after attending an event here on Tuesday, Afridi said: "What Sarfraz and his team have done will go down in history". "What we want to do is differentiate our global events from each other so that they can be standalone and create maximum interest every time the event happens", Richardson told reporters via telephone on the eve of the ICC's annual conference in London .

Rafael Nadal wins the French Open…again

June 21, 2017

The San Antonio Spurs center is a good friend of Nadal's and has attended more than one of his finals in Paris including Sunday's three-set win over Stan Wawrinka that gave him a historic 10th French Open trophy. "The nerves, the adrenaline, I feel on the court are impossible to compare to another feeling. Roland Garros is the most important tournament for me".

Jose Mourinho accused of tax fraud by Spanish authorities

June 21, 2017

However, Mourinho has denied any wrongdoing and insists he is in compliance with every tax regulations and has not heard otherwise from the Spanish authorities. The two were given 21-month jail sentences but neither is expected to serve prison time since it was a first offense and the sentence was under two years.

Warren Gatland still considering Lions XV to face New Zealand

June 21, 2017

However, the Blues got their noses ahead right on the stroke of half-time, New Zealand worldwide Sonny Bill Williams touching down after Stephen Perofeta's penalty had hit the post. "I think physically we have been right up there". We picked him because he has got more to his game than that with his offloading ability. Will they be good enough to beat the Crusaders at AMI Stadium in a match described already as the unofficial fourth test? The Crusaders clash is a chance for the Lions ...

Lewis Hamilton: Canadian Grand Prix result a 'great blow' to Ferrari

June 21, 2017

Mercedes picked up a huge win Sunday at the Canadian Grand Prix claiming the top two spots on the podium . (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP). Ricciardo finished third for the third race in a row, and drank champagne from his shoe on the podium. He then shared a sip with actor Sir Patrick Stewart, who was serving as the post-race master of ceremonies.

The Coast Guard rescue dog trapped in cliff

June 21, 2017

Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Mario Estevane , an aviation survival technician from Air Station Cape Cod , received the Air Medal Monday for his heroic actions in 2016 on a 1,000-foot cliff face in Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, Maine.