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Serena Williams to play 1st competition since giving birth
- December 28, 2017
Serena Williams holds up a finger and her trophy after defeating her sister, Venus, in the women's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia on January 28, 2017. Should Djokovic beat the 29-year-old he will go on to face either Dominic Thiem or Kevin Anderson, who beat Pablo Carreno-Busta in the other quarter-final earlier on Thursday. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Serena Williams holds up a finger and her trophy after defeating her sister, Venus, in the women's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia on January 28, 2017. Should Djokovic beat the 29-year-old he will go on to face either Dominic Thiem or Kevin Anderson, who beat Pablo Carreno-Busta in the other quarter-final earlier on Thursday. (more...)
Rangers F Chris Kreider sidelined by blood clot in arm
- December 28, 2017
Kreider left Wednesday's game against the Washington Capitals under mysterious circumstances in the first period since it did not appear that he suffered an injury during any of his seven shifts. This news means that Kreider will not be playing in the Winter Classic on New Years Day when the Buffalo Sabres host the NY Rangers at Citi Field in The Big Apple. (more...)
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- December 28, 2017
Kreider left Wednesday's game against the Washington Capitals under mysterious circumstances in the first period since it did not appear that he suffered an injury during any of his seven shifts. This news means that Kreider will not be playing in the Winter Classic on New Years Day when the Buffalo Sabres host the NY Rangers at Citi Field in The Big Apple. (more...)
Claim From Spain: Thibaut Courtois Wants To Join Real Madrid
- December 28, 2017
The 25-year-old is considered to be one of the best goalkeepers in the world, and Real's courtship of Kepa Arrizabalaga is not supposed to exclude a move for either Courtois or David De Gea. Instead, if Courtois insists on leaving, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is believed to be a fan of Sevilla's Sergio Rico, or Atletico's Jan Oblak. Real Madrid are seriously considering changing both of their main goalkeepers. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
The 25-year-old is considered to be one of the best goalkeepers in the world, and Real's courtship of Kepa Arrizabalaga is not supposed to exclude a move for either Courtois or David De Gea. Instead, if Courtois insists on leaving, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is believed to be a fan of Sevilla's Sergio Rico, or Atletico's Jan Oblak. Real Madrid are seriously considering changing both of their main goalkeepers. (more...)
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini complains of unjust treatment in England
- December 28, 2017
The problem that I see here is the difference between some teams. Mourinho also admitted that Christmas had been a tough time for him as it was the first one since the death of his father, former Portugal goalkeeper Jose Manuel Mourinho Felix, in June. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
The problem that I see here is the difference between some teams. Mourinho also admitted that Christmas had been a tough time for him as it was the first one since the death of his father, former Portugal goalkeeper Jose Manuel Mourinho Felix, in June. (more...)
American model's Japan-bound flight returns to LA
- December 28, 2017
The flight landed shortly after 7:30 p.m. the same day, making the U-turn flight almost eight hours long. But one aviation expert we spoke to said the U-turn was not necessary - and may have put the people on board at even greater risk. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
The flight landed shortly after 7:30 p.m. the same day, making the U-turn flight almost eight hours long. But one aviation expert we spoke to said the U-turn was not necessary - and may have put the people on board at even greater risk. (more...)
Rams expected to rest some starters Sunday
- December 28, 2017
He never made the playoffs while with the team and never went better than 7-8-1 in any of his years as head coach. We're all going out there to try to win the game. Besides having Aaron Donald that's how he worked the numbers on them. Gurley became the third player in National Football League history with over 2,000 yards from scrimmage, 10 or more rushing touchdowns and six or more receiving touchdowns in a single season, joining former Ram Marshall Faulk and O.J. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
He never made the playoffs while with the team and never went better than 7-8-1 in any of his years as head coach. We're all going out there to try to win the game. Besides having Aaron Donald that's how he worked the numbers on them. Gurley became the third player in National Football League history with over 2,000 yards from scrimmage, 10 or more rushing touchdowns and six or more receiving touchdowns in a single season, joining former Ram Marshall Faulk and O.J. (more...)
Swansea City appoint Carlos Carvalhal as coach
- December 28, 2017
Carvalhal is something of a character, and not somebody who would be prepared to be dictated by our chairman Huw Jenkins, so you wonder how that relationship will get on if Carvalhal is indeed going to be appointed. Carvalhal departed Hillsborough by mutual consent on Christmas Eve, and is said to have made a late request to watch Swansea's 5-0 hammering from the Anfield directors' box. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Carvalhal is something of a character, and not somebody who would be prepared to be dictated by our chairman Huw Jenkins, so you wonder how that relationship will get on if Carvalhal is indeed going to be appointed. Carvalhal departed Hillsborough by mutual consent on Christmas Eve, and is said to have made a late request to watch Swansea's 5-0 hammering from the Anfield directors' box. (more...)
Real Madrid prepared to sell Manchester United target Gareth Bale in January
- December 28, 2017
However, it is also claimed that Real Madrid are not happy about Arsenal's offer, as it falls well below their valuation of the player. The Frenchman has been struggling this season and his paltry return of 2 goals for the club in La Liga has turned President Florentino Perez's head. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
However, it is also claimed that Real Madrid are not happy about Arsenal's offer, as it falls well below their valuation of the player. The Frenchman has been struggling this season and his paltry return of 2 goals for the club in La Liga has turned President Florentino Perez's head. (more...)
Russia's Mutko steps down as head of World Cup organising committee
- December 28, 2017
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Mutko , who was banned for life from the Olympics this month, stepped down from his post as head of Russia's World Cup Local Organizing Committee yesterday, December 27. Mutko said Wednesday that he has filed a lawsuit with the Court of Arbitration for Sport to contest his ban from the Olympics. FIFA, which has faced calls to open disciplinary proceedings against Mutko, did not mention the doping cases in a statement acknowledging the resignation. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Mutko , who was banned for life from the Olympics this month, stepped down from his post as head of Russia's World Cup Local Organizing Committee yesterday, December 27. Mutko said Wednesday that he has filed a lawsuit with the Court of Arbitration for Sport to contest his ban from the Olympics. FIFA, which has faced calls to open disciplinary proceedings against Mutko, did not mention the doping cases in a statement acknowledging the resignation. (more...)
Rafael Nadal out of Brisbane
- December 28, 2017
The 16-time Grand Slam champion added he will not take part in Brisbane International, starting December 31 as he is "still not ready" after a long season in 2017. If he is not ready to go for play at Melbourne Park, Federer will remain the clearcut favorite at the Australian Open . The world No.1 may not be the only high-profile scratching from the Brisbane International, with five-times Open runner-up Andy Murray having delayed his planned Christmas arrival to Australia because of his ... (more...)
- December 28, 2017
The 16-time Grand Slam champion added he will not take part in Brisbane International, starting December 31 as he is "still not ready" after a long season in 2017. If he is not ready to go for play at Melbourne Park, Federer will remain the clearcut favorite at the Australian Open . The world No.1 may not be the only high-profile scratching from the Brisbane International, with five-times Open runner-up Andy Murray having delayed his planned Christmas arrival to Australia because of his ... (more...)
Crystal Palace Vs Arsenal
- December 28, 2017
It's Arsenal's first match of the festive period as Arsene Wenger's men travel across London to take on Crystal Palace . Jason Puncheon remains available for selection despite being charged with possession of an offensive weapon and assault. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
It's Arsenal's first match of the festive period as Arsene Wenger's men travel across London to take on Crystal Palace . Jason Puncheon remains available for selection despite being charged with possession of an offensive weapon and assault. (more...)
Lakers expect Ingram back vs. Grizzlies
- December 28, 2017
The 20-year-old is putting together a strong second campaign averaging 16.0 points on 44.7 percent shooting from the field and 34 percent from beyond the arc along with 5.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while starting all 30 games he has played this season. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
The 20-year-old is putting together a strong second campaign averaging 16.0 points on 44.7 percent shooting from the field and 34 percent from beyond the arc along with 5.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while starting all 30 games he has played this season. (more...)
Cactus Bowl notebook: Risner announces return; Rosen's absence a doctor's decision
- December 28, 2017
Bill Snyder has coached Kansas State for 26 seasons, returning once from retirement to coach at the stadium that bears his name. The Wildcats won the last meeting over the Bruins, 31-22 in 2010. Rosen's absence hurt UCLA and certainly played a role in its struggles on third down and general offensive efficiency, but this was still a game that the Bruins led 17-7 at halftime. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Bill Snyder has coached Kansas State for 26 seasons, returning once from retirement to coach at the stadium that bears his name. The Wildcats won the last meeting over the Bruins, 31-22 in 2010. Rosen's absence hurt UCLA and certainly played a role in its struggles on third down and general offensive efficiency, but this was still a game that the Bruins led 17-7 at halftime. (more...)
Andy Murray takes it slow after injury woes
- December 28, 2017
Three-time Abu Dhabi victor Djokovic joins a six-strong field that also features Dominic Thiem , Kevin Anderson, Pablo Carreno Busta, Roberto Bautista Agut and Andrey Rublev. "And it was a great lesson to learn to be honest". "And it was a somewhat necessary experience because I got maybe too comfortable with not having major injuries". (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Three-time Abu Dhabi victor Djokovic joins a six-strong field that also features Dominic Thiem , Kevin Anderson, Pablo Carreno Busta, Roberto Bautista Agut and Andrey Rublev. "And it was a great lesson to learn to be honest". "And it was a somewhat necessary experience because I got maybe too comfortable with not having major injuries". (more...)
India conducts successful test of Advanced Air Defence missile in Odisha
- December 28, 2017
India today successfully tested a "Star Wars"-like system of an incoming enemy missile being destroyed by another missile". The DRDO termed it a "brilliant" mission and success in a row. The target missile, which the AAD missile was able to intercept, was a Prithvi missile (a tactical surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile, also developed by DRDO) that was launched from launch complex 3 of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
India today successfully tested a "Star Wars"-like system of an incoming enemy missile being destroyed by another missile". The DRDO termed it a "brilliant" mission and success in a row. The target missile, which the AAD missile was able to intercept, was a Prithvi missile (a tactical surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile, also developed by DRDO) that was launched from launch complex 3 of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur. (more...)
Day-night Test unlikely in 2019 Ashes - Harrison
- December 28, 2017
A dropped catch from the most unlikely of sources helped England reach 2-192 at stumps on day two of the fourth Ashes Test. However, Cook's hundred, coupled with a composed 49* from captain, Joe Root - a stand of 112, kept the tourists very much in this particular contest. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
A dropped catch from the most unlikely of sources helped England reach 2-192 at stumps on day two of the fourth Ashes Test. However, Cook's hundred, coupled with a composed 49* from captain, Joe Root - a stand of 112, kept the tourists very much in this particular contest. (more...)
Kansas City Chiefs: Andy Reid says QB Patrick Mahomes to start
- December 28, 2017
Patrick Mahomes will finally get his shot at becoming the starting quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday. That means quarterback Alex Smith will sit, and Mahomes, the rookie gunslinger chosen ahead of Deshaun Watson, will get to start. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Patrick Mahomes will finally get his shot at becoming the starting quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday. That means quarterback Alex Smith will sit, and Mahomes, the rookie gunslinger chosen ahead of Deshaun Watson, will get to start. (more...)
Detroit Red Wings at New Jersey Devils live chat
- December 28, 2017
Hischier, the top pick in the 2017 draft, scored twice in the first period, the second two-goal game of his young career, to give the Devils a 2-0 lead. But the Red Wings couldn't do anything with the three power plays, the last one toward the end of the first period - after Hischier high-sticked Dylan Larkin - producing the most pressure. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Hischier, the top pick in the 2017 draft, scored twice in the first period, the second two-goal game of his young career, to give the Devils a 2-0 lead. But the Red Wings couldn't do anything with the three power plays, the last one toward the end of the first period - after Hischier high-sticked Dylan Larkin - producing the most pressure. (more...)
Josh Johnson Signed by Texans with Taylor Heinicke in Concussion Protocol
- December 28, 2017
He was evaluated throughout halftime, but not cleared to return to the game, extending Heinicke's cameo into a full drive to start the second half. The qb-by-defualt also sustained another two sacks in the second half, for a total of seven for the Steelers defense; team leaders said both quarterbacks underwent further concussion testing this week to evaluate if either of them should play in the season's final game at Indianapolis now scheduled for New Year's Eve. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
He was evaluated throughout halftime, but not cleared to return to the game, extending Heinicke's cameo into a full drive to start the second half. The qb-by-defualt also sustained another two sacks in the second half, for a total of seven for the Steelers defense; team leaders said both quarterbacks underwent further concussion testing this week to evaluate if either of them should play in the season's final game at Indianapolis now scheduled for New Year's Eve. (more...)
Everton 'agree £25m deal' for Besiktas striker
- December 28, 2017
However, he has been able to find the net on a regular base in the Turkish Super Lig . Everton , who drew 0-0 with West Brom on Boxing Day, have scored 24 goals in 20 Premier League games this season. Everton certainly could use some help in the forward ranks with a worn out Dominic Calvert-Lewin having featured in every game so far, while Oumar Niasse and Sandro Ramirez have not shown they can carry the workload as yet. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
However, he has been able to find the net on a regular base in the Turkish Super Lig . Everton , who drew 0-0 with West Brom on Boxing Day, have scored 24 goals in 20 Premier League games this season. Everton certainly could use some help in the forward ranks with a worn out Dominic Calvert-Lewin having featured in every game so far, while Oumar Niasse and Sandro Ramirez have not shown they can carry the workload as yet. (more...)
Man Utd hope as Barcelona consider alternatives for Griezmann
- December 28, 2017
The Signal Iduna side have come under enormous pressure from fans and critics alike and manager Peter Bosz has even been fired. The Red Devils were heavily linked with a move to sign the France worldwide from La Liga giants Atletico Madrid in the summer. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
The Signal Iduna side have come under enormous pressure from fans and critics alike and manager Peter Bosz has even been fired. The Red Devils were heavily linked with a move to sign the France worldwide from La Liga giants Atletico Madrid in the summer. (more...)
Saudi Arabia bans Israeli chess players from world tournament, sparking outrage
- December 28, 2017
Eizenberg said the Israeli federation is demanding that Saudi Arabia not be allowed to host the tournament in the next two years, as it is supposed to do. The statement added that Saudi authorities had proposed that for security reasons the Qatari players should play under the organization's flag, but that the issue was resolved and the Qatar Chess Association was informed that their players would play under their own flag. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Eizenberg said the Israeli federation is demanding that Saudi Arabia not be allowed to host the tournament in the next two years, as it is supposed to do. The statement added that Saudi authorities had proposed that for security reasons the Qatari players should play under the organization's flag, but that the issue was resolved and the Qatar Chess Association was informed that their players would play under their own flag. (more...)
Three Things to Watch: Bulls battle Kristaps and the Knicks
- December 28, 2017
Kris Dunn scored 17 points, including two clutch free throws in the final seconds, and the surging Bulls rallied to beat the New York Knicks 92-87 on Wednesday. With the score tied at 86 and both teams blowing opportunity after opportunity, Dunn found Markkanen down the court for a go-ahead dunk with 39.2 seconds left. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Kris Dunn scored 17 points, including two clutch free throws in the final seconds, and the surging Bulls rallied to beat the New York Knicks 92-87 on Wednesday. With the score tied at 86 and both teams blowing opportunity after opportunity, Dunn found Markkanen down the court for a go-ahead dunk with 39.2 seconds left. (more...)
Frank Gore Supports Andrew Luck After Injury
- December 28, 2017
Gore is leaving open the possibility of returning to the Colts - if they'll re-sign him - because of quarterback Andrew Luck . If that's the case, it sounds like Frank Gore could be back in Indianapolis for his fourth season with the Colts. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Gore is leaving open the possibility of returning to the Colts - if they'll re-sign him - because of quarterback Andrew Luck . If that's the case, it sounds like Frank Gore could be back in Indianapolis for his fourth season with the Colts. (more...)
Three Longhorns suspended, received't play in Texas Bowl
- December 28, 2017
Locke III forced the normally sure-handed Ish Witter to cough it up at the Mizzou 31. As Texas wandered through the college football desert the last three years, there were times you wondered if the Longhorns would ever find their way back. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Locke III forced the normally sure-handed Ish Witter to cough it up at the Mizzou 31. As Texas wandered through the college football desert the last three years, there were times you wondered if the Longhorns would ever find their way back. (more...)
Simply Ned & Whiskey Sour win Grade 1 races at Leopardstown
- December 28, 2017
Whiskey Sour, from the Willie Mullins stable, was the eventual victor of the €50,000 first prize. The Willie Mullins-trained 2-7 favourite Min was first past the post in the two mile one furlong Paddy's Reward's Club Chase, but with only half a length to spare. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Whiskey Sour, from the Willie Mullins stable, was the eventual victor of the €50,000 first prize. The Willie Mullins-trained 2-7 favourite Min was first past the post in the two mile one furlong Paddy's Reward's Club Chase, but with only half a length to spare. (more...)
Slow starts, poor results: That's the Charlotte Hornets in December
- December 28, 2017
Rozier opened the fourth with his third trey of the night and Horford followed from 15 feet. The Hornets allowed 60 points in the first half, but only 42 in the second. Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving finished with 21 points and eight assists . Dwight Howard grabbed a double-double with 12 points and 17 boards. He fumbled the ball a couple of times and even inadvertently ran out of bounds with the basketball after bouncing off of Baynes. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Rozier opened the fourth with his third trey of the night and Horford followed from 15 feet. The Hornets allowed 60 points in the first half, but only 42 in the second. Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving finished with 21 points and eight assists . Dwight Howard grabbed a double-double with 12 points and 17 boards. He fumbled the ball a couple of times and even inadvertently ran out of bounds with the basketball after bouncing off of Baynes. (more...)
Overseas tours will 'define' India - Shastri
- December 28, 2017
India's batsmen don't mind pace and swing troubles them more than bounce does. In 2009, Rohit Sharma played 16 IPL matches in South Africa and Wriddhiman Saha featured in eight games. We did well in England. The nucleus has been the same, so that should help a long way. Ahead of the team's departure, India captain Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri addressed the media and talked about the challenge of playing overseas, the conditions they will get in South Africa, mindset of the team and more. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
India's batsmen don't mind pace and swing troubles them more than bounce does. In 2009, Rohit Sharma played 16 IPL matches in South Africa and Wriddhiman Saha featured in eight games. We did well in England. The nucleus has been the same, so that should help a long way. Ahead of the team's departure, India captain Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri addressed the media and talked about the challenge of playing overseas, the conditions they will get in South Africa, mindset of the team and more. (more...)
Katrina Kaif joins Salman Khan for his birthday bash
- December 28, 2017
What better gift for superstar Salman Khan than his venture Tiger Zinda Hai rocking the Box Office windows worldwide. Aamir Khan, Athiya Shetty, Varun Dhawan all wished Salman on his birthday and also congratulated him for his success in Tiger Zinda Hai . (more...)
- December 28, 2017
What better gift for superstar Salman Khan than his venture Tiger Zinda Hai rocking the Box Office windows worldwide. Aamir Khan, Athiya Shetty, Varun Dhawan all wished Salman on his birthday and also congratulated him for his success in Tiger Zinda Hai . (more...)
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) Analysts See $0.67 EPS
- December 28, 2017
Shares of Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) traded up $0.42 during midday trading on Wednesday, reaching $61.68. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company had an earnings per share growth of 4.20% in the last 5 years. Finally, Citigroup upped their target price on Bristol-Myers Squibb to $72.00 and gave the company a "buy" rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 18th. (more...)
- December 28, 2017
Shares of Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) traded up $0.42 during midday trading on Wednesday, reaching $61.68. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company had an earnings per share growth of 4.20% in the last 5 years. Finally, Citigroup upped their target price on Bristol-Myers Squibb to $72.00 and gave the company a "buy" rating in a research report on Wednesday, October 18th. (more...)
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