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Met Eireann Weather Forecast for the week ahead in Kildare

April 16, 2018

South to southeast winds are expected to reach mean speeds of between 50 and 65km/h with gusts of between 80 and 110km/h. The winds will be strongest along Atlantic coastal counties at first but will extend countrywide through the course of Monday afternoon and evening.

Anthony Joshua beats Tyson Fury hands down; Deontay Wilder tougher: Wladimir Klitschko

April 16, 2018

Fury announced his comeback from a two-year exile from fighting last week and will compete for the first time since beating Klitschko in November 2015. "I wish Tyson well but I think there is a lack of discipline there, and discipline is more important than motivation". I am not Nostradamus, I can't predict the future, but drawing from my experience I would say it is going to be very hard for Tyson because there's a lack of discipline'.

PBT Extra Preview: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Houston Rockets

April 16, 2018

Houston overall finished the game shooting under 30 percent from deep. The likely 2017-18 Most Valuable Player torched Minnesota down the stretch. When the Timberwolves took an 86-85 lead with 6:49 left in the fourth, Harden scored 11-straight points with a series of dizzying step-back threes that the Timberwolves could do nothing to stop.

Pep Guardiola says winning Premier League title will be among top feats

April 16, 2018

City were without Aguero, who had sustained a rib injury in a auto crash, but Kevin De Bruyne made sure the Argentina striker wasn't missed as he slammed in the victor in the 67th minute. "I've been lucky to win three titles but so many I've missed as well". "It's incredible the way we played and I am so glad to be here and be part of this club", he said on the club's website.

Alexander Rossi wins pole over Will Power at Long Beach

April 16, 2018

The 26-year-old Californian crossed the finish line 1.2413 seconds ahead of Will Power at Rossi's "second home race", grabbing the championship lead in the process. Once we got heat in the tires, it was better. It's a pleasure to be able to come here and race. I will take some solace in that I predicted Dixon's new teammate, Ed Jones, would nab the first top-five of his CGR career, and I was right on the money with that one.

Rangers-Colon-No-Hitter Alert

April 16, 2018

Colon's longest no-hit bid came with the Cleveland Indians on September 18, 2000, when he held the New York Yankees hitless for 7 1/3 innings. Colon lost his no-hit bid the following at-bat when Josh Reddick smacked a double to right field on an 0-2 count.

Manchester City bounce back to put one hand on Premier League title

April 16, 2018

Manchester City were crowned Premier League champions on Sunday as Manchester United crashed to a shock 1-0 defeat against West Bromwich Albion . Even if United doesn't lose to the league's bottom team, City can still seal the trophy before playing again.

Mets to host Brewers with MLB's best record

April 16, 2018

The non-divisional foes will square off at 7:10 p.m. ET. Mets lineup - Aside from a RBI bloop single from Cespedes, the Mets lineup lacked any production, mustering up just three, striking out eight times and bouncing into two double plays in the 5-1 loss.

Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd Reduced Holding in Fomento Economico Mexicano SAB (FMX)

April 16, 2018

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) has risen 27.83% since April 15, 2017 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 16.28% the S&P500. Jarislowsky Fraser Ltd reduced its stake in shares of Fomento Economico Mexicano SAB (NYSE:FMX) by 10.9% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Gift-wrapped: City crowned champions

April 16, 2018

City were crowned champions thanks to the result, having missed out on the title the previous week when the Red Devils prevailed at the Etihad Stadium. Six years later, the finale was much more underwhelming, with Rodriguez nodding in from a corner to silence the majority of Old Trafford and set up one of the most surprising wins of the season.

Chiefs sign RB Kerwynn Williams

April 16, 2018

He spent four seasons there, participating in 37 games (starting six), tallying 971 yards rushing, four touchdowns, and 126 yards receiving. The Cardinals had some interest in re-signing Williams, but he would have had a limited role behind a healthy David Johnson.

Steve Johnson edges Tennys Sandgren to defend the title — ATP Houston

April 16, 2018

Men's Clay Court semifinals. The 28-year-old Johnson, from Palos Verdes, California, won only two of the 14 break points he had against Sandgren's serve, but the second in the penultimate game of the almost 2 1/2-hour match put him in position to serve for the match, his third three-setter in a row.

Lance Stephenson dunks all over Jeff Green, later beefs with LeBron (obviously)

April 16, 2018

In the Pacers first game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in round 1 of the National Basketball Association playoffs, the full Stephenson experience was on display. Despite his antics, Stephenson did have a decent game, finishing with 12 points and five rebounds off the bench. And after Stephenson had head-butted the stanchion to celebrate a dunk in the first quarter, LeBron mocked Stephenson by doing the same after a made free throw.

Is Buying Skywest Inc (NASDAQ:SKYW) Here Good Idea?

April 16, 2018

About 99.25M shares traded or 29.22% up from the average. It has underperformed by 11.55% the S&P500. New York-based State Common Retirement Fund has invested 0.01% in SkyWest, Inc. On Thursday, March 8 the insider Woodward Eric sold $256,067. Bessemer Grp has invested 0.01% in Bank of America Corporation (NYSE:BAC). It has change of 0.11, from 2017Q3's 0.93.

49ers blocking Reuben Foster from team activities during legal process

April 16, 2018

Foster, who has been working out on his own at the team facility since his legal troubles began, will not do so alongside his teammates, although the team is likely to continue to provide support and assistance in other ways while the matter goes through the court system.

Shareholder First Quadrant LP Increased Anthem INC (ANTM) Stake

April 16, 2018

Shares of Anthem Inc (NYSE: ANTM ) traded up 1.744% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $167.695. Royal Bank of Canada upped their target price on Anthem from $169.00 to $174.00 and gave the stock an "outperform" rating in a research report on Thursday, February 2nd.

EPS for MYR Group Inc. (MYRG) Expected At $0.22 on May, 2

April 16, 2018

The stock decreased 1.42% or $0.04 during the last trading session, reaching $2.78. About 78,831 shares traded. MYR Group Inc . (NASDAQ:MYRG) has declined 22.82% since April 15, 2017 and is downtrending. Schwab Charles Invest Incorporated has invested 0% in MYR Group Inc . Municipal Employees Retirement System of MI now owns 8,020 shares of the utilities provider's stock valued at $234,000 after purchasing an additional 2,290 shares during the last quarter.

BNP Paribas Increases Vodafone (LON:VOD) Price Target to GBX 245

April 16, 2018

About 37.26M shares traded. Is The Stock Safe to Invest? This may involve figuring out a proper strategy, and deciding which stocks to start with when constructing a portfolio. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price is theoretically more volatile than the market. The 14-day ADX for VODAFONE GROUP PLC (VODI.DE) is now at 26.92.

Hulu Renews Sarah Silverman's 'I Love You, America' for Season Two

April 16, 2018

The pickup comes a few months after the show wrapped its 10-episode run in December. The straight-to-series project , which got Hulu into the comedy/talk/variety show arena in a major way, discuss the current political/emotional landscape of the country.

Liverpool laugh at Harry Kane, joke Mohammed Salah will claim three goals

April 16, 2018

With 29 goals, four ahead of Kane, Salah is the favourite for the Premier League Golden Boot and he reacted quickly when it was first announced the Englishman was awarded the goal through appeal. "[Salah] told me he's going to claim all of them", Henderson told BT Sport after his team-mate netted his 30th top-flight goal of a remarkable campaign.

Ryan Blaney wrecks out after leading Food City 500

April 16, 2018

Larson took command following the break between Stages 1 and 2 and moved out to a sizable lead over Kurt Busch early in Stage 2. The race will resume on Monday where it left off. Some drivers won't have to worry about coming back Monday. One caution was for a crash that eliminated Ryan Blaney while he was leading on Lap 118 .

Manchester City Crowned Champions After Manchester United Defeat

April 16, 2018

The Red Devils came into this match off the back of five successive league victories - including last weekend's epic 3-2 win over City at the Etihad Stadium - but they were poor from start to finish against the Baggies. The 2012 title win had the infamous last-gasp goal by Sergio Aguero. But the Spaniard believes leading City to the title would rank among his finest moments.

Late Quinn goal sends Arsenal to FA Cup final

April 16, 2018

Then in stoppage time, Quinn headed in from a corner to send Arsenal to Wembley. LOUISE QUINN WAS the FA Cup hero for Arsenal on Sunday afternoon, as the Ireland worldwide rose high to head the Gunners into a Wembley decider in the depths of stoppage time.

Pakistan announce Test squad for England, Ireland tours; include four uncapped players

April 16, 2018

With spinner Yasir Shah sidelined by a hip problem, fellow slow bowler Shadab Khan - a regular for his country in their limited-overs sides - could get the chance to add to his solitary Test cap. Pakistan squad: Sarfraz Ahmed (captain), Azhar Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Sami Aslam, Haris Sohail, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Saad Ali, Asad Shafiq, Usman Salahuddin, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Abbas, Hasan Ali, Rahat Ali, Faheem Ashraf.

Diamondbacks lose home run on ridiculous baserunning blunder

April 16, 2018

He retreated just far enough for Marrero to get about a step ahead of Avila. There is zero logic behind a rule that penalizes the home-run hitter after the home run. Marrero may not forgive Avila for this one for awhile. As a result, Marrero was credited with a two-run single and called out at second rather than be given a three-run dinger.

Who was your man of the match? Newcastle (A)

April 16, 2018

Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has revealed the difference between Jurgen Klopp and Arsene Wenger . The Gabon worldwide also played under Klopp at former club Borussia Dortmund, as well as Thomas Tuchel, and says they are "three coaches that are very different" .

IPL 2018: Suresh Raina is irreplaceable, says coach Fleming

April 16, 2018

With the two heavy-weight franchises of Chennai Super Kings (CSK ) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) making a comeback into the glamorous cricketing gala after a two-year-long hiatus, fans have been excited to witness the good cricketing action. Raina was the first player to surpass 3,000 runs in IPL . Fleming also informed that South African pacer Ngidi Lungi has gone back to his country owing to the sad demise of his father.

Big Baller Brand, Pelican's Jordan Crawford in Talks

April 16, 2018

The company is reportedly close to signing a second - and his last name isn't Ball. According to Yahoo's Shams Charania , Crawford is in talks with Big Baller Brand about an endorsement deal and has been wearing the company's sneakers since returning to the Pelicans.

Banco Bradesco SA (BBD) Analysts See $0.23 EPS as of April, 26

April 16, 2018

Nationwide Fund Advisors now owns 1,145,932 shares of the bank's stock valued at $12,685,000 after acquiring an additional 323,185 shares in the last quarter. (NASDAQ:RP) rating on Sunday, September 10. The company was maintained on Thursday, November 2 by RBC Capital Markets. This rating scale created between 1 and 5.

Cubs-Braves game postponed due to weather, rescheduled for May

April 16, 2018

Friday's loss marked the third time in 13 games the Cubs have been shut out and have only scored one run in their past two games. The Braves dropped two of three against the Nationals , but Atlanta closed the series out with a 5-3 win Wednesday to avert a sweep.

Soros Fund Management LLC Stake in Caesars Entmt Corp (CZR) Increased

April 16, 2018

It has underperformed by 11.09% the S&P500. Investors sentiment increased to 4.4 in 2017 Q4. Two analysts have provided estimates for Caesars Entertainment's earnings, with the highest sales estimate coming in at $2.02 billion and the lowest estimate coming in at $1.90 billion.

Rob Gronkowski will not attend start of offseason program, per report

April 16, 2018

Of course, the real takeaway from Schefter's report is that Gronkowski and the Pats "have had good communication" as the tight end works through his decision. As Bill Belichick noted during Friday's press conference, some players have "other commitments" that will interfere with their participation at the beginning of the offseason program.

Zinedine Zidane sick of Real Madrid 'robbery' jibes after Juventus game

April 15, 2018

This includes striking the decisive injury-time penalty in the 3-1 defeat to Juventus on Wednesday which sent them into the semi-finals 4-3 on aggregate. Having only secured victory over Real Madrid once since 1999, Malaga's 3-2 win over the Spanish giants in December 2012 was a historic day for the club.

Knicks Add Mike Woodson To List Of Head Coach Candidates

April 15, 2018

Among the reported candidates are Villanova's Jay Wright, former Grizzlies head coach David Fizdale and former Cavaliers coach David Blatt. The Knicks hope that the young core it builds around Porzingis can be an attractive selling point for free agents.

Twitter Reacts As Arsenal Lose Out To Newcastle At St. James' Park

April 15, 2018

Wenger said, "It's the story of the season". He has scored twice and provided five assists for Arsenal in the league. Arsenal also received some good news after Atletico Madrid's Diego Costa suffered a hamstring injury to leave him a doubt for the semi-final first leg on April 26.

Schalke 04 beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in one-sided Ruhr derby

April 15, 2018

Dortmund arrived at the Arena AufSchalke knowing a victory would take them above their opponents but they were outplayed by Schalke as second-half goals from Yevhen Konoplyanka and Naldo handed Domenico Tedesco's men all three points. Set free by Daniel Caligiuri on the counter-attack, the Ukrainian smashed a powerful shot past Burki to give his side a well deserved lead. Reus blasted wide on the volley as Dortmund, beaten 6-0 at Bayern in their last away game, desperately sought an ...

Vincent Kompany aiming to retain Premier League title

April 15, 2018

My teammates will roll their eyes as I want to see the reaction from us next season as I've never been able to retain a title. He added: 'Its same feeling as first time you cant describe I was talking before first time u win you think you'll win all, .

Indians game and Cavs Fan Fest — RAINED OUT

April 15, 2018

May 3 at 1 p.m., which had been a day off for both teams between a pair of road series for the Blue Jays in Minneapolis and Tampa. Toronto, in its only previously scheduled trip to Cleveland this season, broke the Indians' five-game winning streak with an 8-4 victory Friday night.

Bayern Munich president hits back at Eintracht Frankfurt over Niko Kovac signing

April 15, 2018

Salihamidzic said: "We agreed a three-year contract on Thursday". Niko was a player at Bayern, he knows the characters, the structures and the DNA of the club very well. But one thing is clear and that is that it's the team that matters not me. It dropped five points below Leverkusen, which consolidated the last qualification place for Europe's top competition with four games remaining.

Kyle Edmund beats Malek Jaziri & Richard Gasquet to reach Marrakesh final

April 15, 2018

He was awaiting the victor of the delayed second match between Spain's Pablo Andujar and Portuguese No 1 Joao Sousa. Sousa defeated Top 10 stars Alexander Zverev and David Goffin last month in Indian Wells and Miami respectively. The British No 1 scored two victories and on Sunday will contest the Championship match of the £500,000 Grand Prix Hassan in Marrakech, Morocco. Andujar is a two-time champion at the event, having claimed back-to-back titles in 2011 and 2012, and his 1hr 21min ...

Gregg Popovich: Spurs were a 'deer in headlights' in Game 1 loss

April 15, 2018

I think we came out not mentally prepared. Kerr said he chose to go with Iguodala over Quinn Cook , who started 16 of the Warriors' final 17 regular-season games in Stephen Curry's absence, in order to put his best defensive lineup on the court.

Rafael Nadal reveals 'controversial' Roger Federer conversation ahead of Monte-Carlo

April 15, 2018

Despite that defeat in Melbourne, the Spaniard backed up his "King of Clay" nickname by winning his 10th titles in Monte Carlo , Barcelona and Roland Garros. I did all the things that the doctors told me. I felt it again. "The second one was frustrating because I'd done everything the right way to recover..." If Nadal is to extend his record tally of Monte Carlo crowns, he will have to do it the hard way after being handed a difficult draw.

Giroud Double Completes Comeback For Chelsea

April 15, 2018

And despite both teams creating chances to score , the first 45 minutes ended 1-0 with the Saints heading into the tunnel the happier side. "We have got five finals to play, after that we will see". The second half started with more aggression and intensity, with Southampton pressing higher up and into Chelsea's half. From that moment, it was game on for Chelsea .

Arsenal star compares 'calm' Wenger and 'electric' Klopp

April 15, 2018

He is understandably yet to reach the goalscoring heights he hit at Borussia Dortmund, first under Klopp and then with Thomas Tuchel as his manager. Got to feel for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang here... Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is keen for his men to remain in form by winning league games and picks Petr Cech in goal. " They are three coaches that are very different ", he said.

Prescott Says it's 'Tough to See' Dez Go

April 15, 2018

In wake of the move, there had yet to be any response from third-year quarterback Dak Prescott about the move. "That's a brother to me". Put the football stuff behind you, and what he meant to me as a person, what he meant to me as a brother, it's tough to see him go.

NZ score double gold in sevens

April 15, 2018

New Zealand even had an opportunity to put the game completely beyond doubt when Fiji's Sevuloni Mocenecagi was given a yellow card for an early tackle on Sam Dickson. Speaking of the intense rivalry with Australia , New Zealand's Theresa Fitzpatrick said: "They are our biggest competition and we are just as skilled, the skill level is high for both teams, it's just about heart".

Tigers-Yankees game postponed due to rain

April 15, 2018

ET against the West Michigan Whitecaps. The first game will start at 1:10 p.m."Actually, with some of the bad weather we've had, we've been pretty fortunate that we've been able to get majority in", Yankees manager Aaron Boone said. If one or both games are postponed Sunday, the scramble could be on to find a time when the Yankees can come back to Detroit later in the year. The forecast in Detroit on Saturday called for strong winds and rains in the area.

Premier League updates from Wembley

April 15, 2018

The visitors were lightning quick on the counter and profited from a high Tottenham line, this time as David Silva drove through the middle before shifting wide to Kevin De Bruyne, the playmaker firing wide from range. "He creates a lot of chances and he has to increase his average". But this time, they seemed more careful at the back, but that didn't stop the hosts too from making a statement in the game as Dele Alli tried a powerful shot from Erikson's corner, but the effort was ...

Lewis Hamilton labels his Chinese Grand Prix 'a disaster'

April 15, 2018

Ricciardo managed to qualify sixth bringing some relief to him and Red Bull following their under-performing start to 2018. Wolff also lamented the bad timing of the safety vehicle in hurting Valtteri Bottas' victory hopes, after the Finn managed to jump early leader Vettel in the pits.

Daryl Worley Tased, Arrested by Police; Gun Recovered at the Scene

April 15, 2018

Worley reportedly resisted arrest and fought with police before being tased by officers and taken into custody. A gun was reportedly recovered on the scene as well. Philadelphia players are scheduled to report for offseason workouts on Monday. The team released a statement that said they're gathering more information .

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