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Former Cleveland Browns WR Mohamed Massaquoi discusses ATV accident

February 15, 2018

Meanwhile you can see the panic and the fear in everybody so you know it's not good, but you can't really what's going on. Massaquoi was flown by helicopter to the University of Georgia where doctors tried to save the hand. In the weeks that followed, it became clear that his fingers needed to be amputated. "This finger's not going to make it, we have to take it off, '" he said.

New Uber Feature To Attempt To Enforce Rest Periods For Drivers

February 15, 2018

Uber is updating the driver version of the app so that it logs off after counting 12 hours of driving, and drivers will not be able to log on until after the app registers six hours offline. Uber imposed a 12-hour limit on its New York drivers in February 2016, after the New York Post reported that some drivers were pulling 19-hour shifts .

Steven Smith bags Allan Border Medal

February 15, 2018

He was recently named ICC Test Cricketer of the Year as well for scoring 1,875 runs, which included eight hundreds and five half-centuries, in 16 matches at an average of 78.12. Perry's unbeaten 213 against England in November is the third-highest women's Test score and broke the Australian record. Perry previously won the Belinda Clark Award two years ago.

Sacha Baron Cohen paid OJ Simpson $20K to be in new film

February 15, 2018

Simpson would not even get into the hotel room until after he received $20,000 in cash. He was accused of murdering ex-wife Nicole Brown and her boyfriend, Ron Goldman , in 1994, but was infamously acquitted. "There is a legal and moral imperative here", said collection lawyer David Cook , who represents Ron Goldman's dad, Fred Goldman, in the civil case against OJ.

Serena Williams Returns to Tennis, Baby Girl Cheers Her On

February 15, 2018

That's good. I think that's normal.' Continuing, while speaking about expectations placed on her, she said, 'I'm always going to have the best and highest expectations for myself. Serena showed glimpses of both her prowess and rust during the 6-2. "I've been training and it was just exciting to be out there", Serena said after the match.

I have seen Lionel Messi cry, says Manchester United striker Alexis Sanchez

February 15, 2018

Barcelona however came back strongly at home and went two goals up inside the first half. Barcelona star, Lionel Messi , has admitted he does not think he will ever be good friends with Cristiano Ronaldo, despite the Real Madrid forward claiming the pair could be pals in the future.

Trump's 'America First' vision trolled at Winter Olympics by celebrating fans

February 15, 2018

In regards to their talent, Couric said that the Dutch skated to work, a comment that was met with a lot of criticism - including from the U.S. Embassy in the Netherlands. In fact, all three medals in the ladies' 3,000 metre event went to Dutch competitors, and you can bet there's more winning to come. "Skating on clogs is too hard, even for us", chided Twitter user Gert van Dijk .

Auburn remains in Top 10 for second straight week

February 15, 2018

Without a doubt, they're one of the best teams in this conference. "We trust each other", Heron said. The Wildcats gave up nearly 60 points in the second half of Saturday's loss to the Aggies. Kentucky is looking to snap their three game losing streak, with their most recent loss at Texas A+M. The top four teams receive a bye in the SEC Tournament.

Potter cruises to 3-shot victory at Pebble Beach

February 15, 2018

He took the lead when Johnson hit his worst shot of the tournament on the par-3 fifth that sailed over the cliff and led to bogey. For the season, Day now leads the tour in the stat at +1.861, which explains why he already has a win and a runner-up in his first two starts of 2018 despite poor play from tee to green.

Kylie Jenner posts photos in Bentley after daughter's birth

February 15, 2018

The new mum also took to her own Instagram account to share some snaps of their day, but this time her posts didn't get the same love that her picture of baby Stormi's hand did. She kept her pregnancy private on goal, she explained to fans when she announced her daughter's birth on Instagram . She juxtaposed the rather relaxed athleisure look with some high-end fashion as she lugged along a white monogrammed Louis Vuitton bag and white high-top Chanel trainers.

Mkhitaryan hails Ozil as the best number 10 in the world

February 15, 2018

He was part of a straight swap deal that saw Alexis Sanchez move to Old Trafford. He had a brilliant opportunity to score for his side, which he failed to take due to hesitating in front of an open-goal and seeing his shot get blocked. "We did not have too much time to train together (before the Everton game)", Mkhitaryan told the club's website. What can I say? "He came a bit late, like two days before the game and he had been training only twice".

Renzi: Di Maio è come quel mio compagno di classe che

February 15, 2018

Lo ha detto Matteo Renzi a " Otto e mezzo " su La7 commentando le polemiche interne a M5s sui rimborsi . Frasi dette dai leader dem, slogan, numeri e foto condivise in gran numero: secondo i dati dell'Espresso in questo periodo la pagina viaggia sopra i dieci post al giorno, con un tasso di engagement molto alto rispetto alla media delle pagine politiche.

Albert Adomah Scores In Aston Villa Win Over Birmingham City

February 15, 2018

John Terry made a complete mess of attempting to cut out a Jacques Maghoma pass and Sam Gallagher was given a free run to fire in a cross-shot which cannoned back off the far post in what was a massive let-off for Villa. "Villa Park has been rocking and we've really got our swagger back". We found our rhythm better than Birmingham and we were able to to create some good openings.

Lakers' Isaiah Thomas Declares Kobe Bryant NBA's 'Best Player Ever'

February 15, 2018

Before he got to the Lakers, it looked like he might have the same issues with his new team when ESPN's Rachel Nichols said Thomas' agent texted her , "HE IS NOT COMING OFF THE BENCH ". But at the same time, it's a new chapter for me. That's my style of play. "I'm here to help this team". "It kind of reminds me of the same situation when I got traded to Boston".

BG football to play at Penn State in 2024

February 14, 2018

When Illinois crams both of them into the same game, as happened Sunday night against Penn State , a close game can turn into a runaway. "We're a team right now that one mistake and we just hang our heads". He finished 2-for-11 shooting and when he launched one coach Brad Underwood didn't care for in the second half, Underwood shouted at his point guard, "Trent, you're 2-for-100!" Asked for an update on the status of Finke after the game, Underwood simply replied that "he will be looked at ...

Johnny Manziel Back in the Pros

February 15, 2018

The Tiger-Cats may have moved on from Manziel as well however, trading for Vernon Adams and signing Bryant Moniz to fill their backup quarterback void since reports of Manziel's contract demands became public. Baker Mayfield will nearly certainly be a top-10 pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, and there's even some speculation that the Browns could be interested in his services.

Lonzo Ball could be nearing return to Los Angeles Lakers' lineup

February 14, 2018

We'll just have to wait and see how this one plays out. Lonzo Ball could threaten to sit out the season in an attempt to force a trade and play with his brothers, but that would likely tank his career, according to Yahoo. It's clear that LaVar's timeline doesn't make much sense. LaMelo is 16 and would be considered a high-major prospect if he were playing in the US, the Post said.

Alvaro Morata Admits He Shouldn't Have Played Through the Pain

February 14, 2018

Morata is on the sidelines with a back injury much to the concern of manager Antonio Conte who believes that the striker could miss the rest of the season. But the Spain global, who left for Chelsea in a £60m deal in the summer, admitted he need to leave for first-team football. 'We won the league and Champions League.

Colts make Frank Reich hiring official

February 14, 2018

That was the easy part for new Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich . After two seasons as a coaching intern, Reich was promoted to offensive assistant and a year later he was promoted to quarterbacks coach. Luck still hasnt thrown a football since October and his rehab from a partially torn labrum will enter its 13th month next week, which was supposed to be the biggest uncertainty about Indys job.

Ole Miss & Basketball Coach Andy Kennedy To Part Ways

February 14, 2018

Kennedy is the winningest coach in Ole Miss basketball. The Rebels have won one SEC Tournament championship (2013) under Kennedy, who was the SEC Coach of the Year in 2007. An assistant at Cincinnati under Bob Huggins before being hired at Ole Miss, Kennedy is the only coach in program history to lead the Rebels to 11 consecutive winning seasons.

Canada needs Indigenous jurors

February 14, 2018

Rather than giving any consideration to the now grieving family, the police burst into the family's trailer and asked Colten's sobbing mother whether she was drunk, going so far as to smell her breath when she said she was not. "I know Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians alike know that we have to do better". The Chief of the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation wants to move towards reconciliation between the province, federal government and Indigenous leaders by addressing concerns in the ...

Cubs officially announce signing of Darvish

February 14, 2018

It came at a mighty price - six-years with a chance to make up to $150 million dollars - but the two-time NL Central winners and World Series Champion once removed had their guy for the rotation. It was there that the Cubs got an impression of the pitcher beyond what they've seen from the field, and Darvish the same about the Club. It's been a mostly tiresome offseason, but all eyes will be on the Cubs' camp this spring.

Packers won't play in Hall of Fame Game in 2018

February 14, 2018

The Packers were scheduled to play the Indianapolis Colts in the Hall of Fame Game before the 2016 season, but the game was cancelled after the turf at the stadium was discovered to be unsafe to players in pre-game warmups. "I think I am pretty good, but Ray is the best of all-time", Urlacher told NFL Network in 2013 via the Ravens . He was the last Bears player voted to the Hall of Fame.

After missing out on Kevin Stefanski, Giants hire Mike Shula as OC

February 14, 2018

Shula did boast the fourth-best rushing offense last season whereas the Giants struggled with the run game, finishing 26th in the league. Shula will not be calling plays with the Giants, though, as Shurmur has already stated he will be handling those duties.

Alvaro Morata Believes Chelsea Will Find It Impossible To Stop Lionel Messi

February 14, 2018

The Spain global made a strong start to life in England, scoring eight times in his first 11 Premier League appearances following a €65million move from Real Madrid . Alvaro Morata has warned Chelsea that Lionel Messi "cannot" be stopped ahead of their Champions League showdown against Barcelona . A video of Lionel Messi in Barcelona training has gone viral.

Cavs avenge loss to Thunder

February 14, 2018

Cleveland took a 91-87 edge into the fourth quarter. With all superstars off the floor to begin the fourth, the Cavs bench went to work - outscoring the Thunder reserves 9-3 in the opening minutes of the quarter. Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman proudly waited outside the visiting locker room after the final buzzer to give LeBron James and the players on his victorious new-look team an appreciative fist pound on Sunday afternoon.

NCAA Denies Notre Dame Appeal Over Academic Integrity

February 14, 2018

That is why, when we first became aware that academic misconduct might have occurred, we spared no effort, consistent with the procedures of our Honor Code, to investigate each instance of possible academic misconduct. "When reviewing infractions cases, the Committee on Infractions uses the bylaws and interpretations contemporaneous to the conduct being reviewed", the appeals committee wrote.

Pereira: "Philly Special" Super Bowl TD should've been called penalty

February 14, 2018

Super Bowl LII included more than a record number of yards and someone other than Tom Brady hoisting the Lombardi Trophy. "The down judge. they felt that it was his judgment, and [Jeffrey] was close enough". "And it really should've been called". Jeffery did "check in" with the official before the snap, meaning that he asked if he was lined up correctly and the official apparently did not tell him otherwise.

World Rugby Have Come Out In Favour Of Gareth Anscombe's 'Try'

February 14, 2018

You can't take back the decision. England were leading 12-0 in the 23rd minute of the Six Nations match when Anscombe chased down Rhys Patchell's cross-kick. Anthony Watson and Owen Farrell are expected to recover from the unspecified knocks they sustained against Wales , but Elliot Daly has now suffered damage to his calf having completed his rehabilitation from an ankle complaint.

16-Year-Old Snowboarding Sensation Suffers Sickening Crash In Halfpipe Final

February 14, 2018

Japan's press officer told reporters that Totsuka has "no big injury". The poor weather conditions have already effected many athletes' chances in the games. While bronze medallist Enni Rukajarvi said: 'It was pretty bad. Rukajarvi added that she believed the event should have been moved: "It wasn't [the right decision]".

Shaun White wins USA's 100th all-time Winter Olympic gold medal

February 14, 2018

Snowboarding - Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics - Men's Halfpipe Qualification - Phoenix Snow Park - Pyeongchang, South Korea - February 13, 2018 - Scotty James of Australia competes. That forced White to up the ante. If you doubted for one second how much missing the podium in Sochi meant to White and how important redemption was to him, his tearful reaction was enough to prove you wrong.

Team USA blows 3rd period lead, falls in OT

February 14, 2018

The Slovenians pulled their goalie to score the tying goal in the closing minutes and then won it 38 seconds into overtime on a goal by Jan Mursak . All four have significant worldwide experience, but Terry is probably the most recognizable name as he was the hero who scored the shootout-winning goal in the gold medal game at last year's World Junior Championships.

Canada's Kaitlyn Lawes and John Morris win gold in curling mixed doubles

February 14, 2018

On that occasion, they'd fallen to 2-3 before righting themselves. This after they struggled in their first game, losing 9-6 to Norway. "If someone is going to try curling, this mixed doubles is where it's at", said Morris, a firefighter known to his fans back home as "Johnny Mo".

Cristiano Ronaldo: Real Madrid's Clash vs. PSG Could 'Define the Whole Season'

February 14, 2018

Unai Emery was in charge when PSG lost 6-1 to Barcelona previous year and he is back in Spain to play Real Madrid . Cavani said: 'We lost an incredible match but that played a part in the journey of the club. The Prime Minister was also asked about Real Madrid's interest in Kylian Mbappe, who was rumored to be making a move to Spain before he joined PSG.

MSU faculty votes 'no confidence' in Board of Trustees

February 14, 2018

The 54-year-old Nassar used his status as a physician at Michigan State and for USA Gymnastics to sexually assault girls and women under the guise of proper medical care. In Michigan, the House of Representatives is requesting production of documents and the Attorney General's Office, at MSU's request, is conducting an investigation, Engler noted.

Port Elizabeth ODI: India clinch unprecedented series win in SA

February 14, 2018

But Rohit was able to underpin India's 274-7, taking advantage of being dropped on 96 to bring up three figures for the first time in any format on South African soil, as he posted 11 fours and four sixes in his 115 from 126 deliveries.

Decision on Honda Classic depends on soreness, says Tiger Woods

February 14, 2018

Tiger Woods is also playing this week and has 40/1 odds to win. Woods has surprisingly never conquered his home tournament, although he hasn't played in it since 2006, but you can find him out at 50/1 to bag his first PGA Tour victory since the 2013 Bridgestone Invitational, and 11/2 to bag a spot in the top-10.

Tottenham battle back to earn 2-2 draw at Juve

February 14, 2018

After that however it was pretty much one-way traffic from the away side who controlled possession and carved out chance after chance. However, the Premier Legaue side fought back, with Kane rounding Gigi Buffon before firing home on 35 minutes.

Barca legend Kluivert urges in-demand son to stay at Ajax

February 14, 2018

Of late, Kluivert has had the strongest links to Manchester United . The Ajax man's affinity with the Blaugrana is linked to his father, Patrick, who spent six years at the Camp Nou and won the La Liga title in 1998-99. The World Cup certainly makes it a more interesting summer - some players will want to wait until after the tournament when they've been in the shop window, others will want their future sorted early to remove distractions.

Gay Canadian figure skater Eric Radford creates history at the Winter Olympics

February 14, 2018

The 33-year-old figure skater also won a silver medal at the 2014 Sochi Games. Speaking after his performance, Rippon said: "I want to throw up". An Olympic Athletes from Russian Federation squad of Alina Zagitova, Ekaterina Bobrova, Mikhail Kolyada, Vladimir Morozov, Evgenia Medvedeva, Natalya Zabiyako, Aleksandr Enbert, Evgenia Tarasova and Dmitri Soloviev won silver at the event on Monday, while Team USA claimed the bronze medal.

Porto vs Liverpool, how and where to watch

February 14, 2018

The January transfer window has enabled a number of potential Champions League contenders to bolster their squads before the round of 16 clashes over the next few weeks, and we're bound to see a number of familiar faces donning new shirts.

Ryan Mason retires from football due to head injury

February 14, 2018

Ryan Mason , aged 26, has announced his retirement from football according to a club statement from Hull City . After Tottenham's incredible comeback on Tuesday night against Juventus , Mauricio Pochettinno revealed that Mason is welcome to come back to Spurs in a coaching capacity.

Ayumu Hirano, Scotty James just short in epic men's halfpipe final

February 14, 2018

Twenty years into snowboarding's run as an Olympic sport , nobody's established themselves a bigger presence than White, the redhead from San Diego who added to the back-to-back halfpipe golds he won in 2006 and 2010. Two-time Olympic gold medallist eight-times X Games halfpipe victor White was up to the challenge. "We've all got these similar runs going, I think".

Chloe Kim lands back-to-back 1080s, wins Olympic gold

February 14, 2018

Chloe Kim , tweeter of ice cream thoughts and listener of Migos, is an Olympic gold medalist , and by a phenomenal margin. Winning gold in South Korea is especially meaningful for Chloe Kim and her family. In CNBC's interview, Kim talked about what motivated her to go on Twitter , a social network she says she doesn't use that much. She was 13 at the time, too young to make the trip to Russian Federation.

Wind causes alpine chaos as slalom postponed

February 14, 2018

Another event with huge anticipation, which has been building to see USA star Mikaela Shiffrin finally compete. She has not been beaten in this event in the world stage winning all three world championships and her only Olympics appearance.

Steve Kerr allows Warriors players to coach themselves in Suns rout

February 14, 2018

Several Suns players have since responded to this, including outspoken veteran Jared Dudley . They're exhausted of my voice. It's been a long haul these last few years. "I wouldn't do that", Lue said "They already say LeBron's coaching the team anyway". Phoenix now stands at 18-40 on the season, the worst record in the league by percentage points.

Billions To Be Paid For UK Premier League Rights

February 14, 2018

BT and Sky have once again been awarded live broadcasting rights with the two broadcasters splitting five packages between them from the 2019/20 season through to the end of the 2021/22 season. He said: 'To have achieved this investment with two packages of live rights remaining to sell is an outcome that is testament to the excellent football competition delivered by the clubs.

Bill Haas Injured in Fatal Car Crash in Los Angeles

February 14, 2018

Haas and the driver of the BMW, a 50-year-old woman, were taken to the hospital. "His vehicle basically just got clipped by the Ferrari", Detective Jeff Fischer of the Los Angeles Police Department told KTLA of Wilson's auto. UPDATE: KTLA reporting Haas was indeed the passenger, and that he is expected to survive. Legally Blonde star Wilson was driving an SUV that was clipped by the Ferrari, and did not sustain any serious injuries.

American luger Emily Sweeney hospitalised after horror crash at Winter Olympics

February 14, 2018

American luger Emily Sweeney was involved in a terrifying crash during her fourth run at the luge today, but was able to walk away virtually unscathed. Curve 9 has been a problem for sliders throughout the early portion of the Olympics, causing many to skid, lose control and lose some time. The other two US lugers, Erin Hamlin and Britcher, placed sixth and 19th, respectively.

Europa League: Wenger reveals team selection against Ostersund

February 12, 2018

By virtue of losing to Nottingham Forest in the Third Round of the FA Cup, Arsenal will not be playing next weekend so we can simply concentrate on the Europa League without worrying about the need to rest any of our stars. "That doesn't work, we have to play much better away from home and make superior results if we want to have a chance to come back", Wenger commented on Arsenal's away form.

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