Chelsea football stars, including captain John Terry, have been supporting a man who has run the equivalent of 36 marathons to raise funds for a cancer charity. Ben Edwards has run at least two miles every day this year to support The Royal Mardsen Cancer Charity and to honour the memory of his friend, Greg Thomson, who lost his battle with cancer in February.
Day: December 23, 2016
Here’s What London Looked Like In The 1940s
London in the 1940s was dominated by the second world war. Suffering horrific bombing during The Blitz, large parts of the city were destroyed, especially the industrial areas in east London.
NFL plays on Saturday this week, but not the Lions; Your Week 16 Viewing Guide
An ESPN Monday Night Football truck at Cowboys Stadium on September 26, 2011 in Arlington, Texas. An ESPN Monday Night Football truck at Cowboys Stadium on September 26, 2011 in Arlington, Texas.
Orioles have interest in free-agent outfielder Rajai Davis
Orioles new catcher Welington Castillo visits Camden Yards to talk about how excited he is to join the team. Orioles new catcher Welington Castillo visits Camden Yards to talk about how excited he is to join the team.
Blue Jays Throwback: Brandon Morrow, then and now
Blue Jays Throwback: Brandon Morrow pitched for parts of five seasons in Toronto, totalling 538.0 IP with a 4.40 ERA Back in 2012, it looked like the Blue Jays had their rotation of the future. Ricky Romero led a staff that contained Henderson Alvarez , Drew Hutchison , Kyle Drabek , and perhaps the most tantalizing arm of the bunch, Brandon Morrow.
Texas man kills Latina stepmom for celebrating Cowboys win
Texas Stadium on Sunday, October 5, 2008. The Dallas Cowboys and Cincinnati Bengals line up on the 50 yard line We all know that when it comes to sports, many people take their teams very seriously.
Jadeveon Clowneya s comeback complete with first Pro Bowl nod
For the first two injury-filled years of his NFL career many thought of Houston’s Jadeveon Clowney as a bust. Now he’s healthy and proving the doubters wrong.
Tiger Woods to Golf with Donald Trump in Florida
The… — Authorities in Chicago are searching for an alleged serial package thief who was caught on surveillance video last week grabbing a package from a Chicago man’s fr… — The man suspected in an attack that killed 12 and injured dozens of others, including two Americans, at a Christmas market in Berlin was killed in a shootout with p… This week, the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association sent a letter to Secretary Tom Vilsack requesting an update on the status of trade negotiations with China in relation to the exp… LINCOLN, Neb. – First-team All Big Ten safety Nate Gerry will not play for Number 24 Nebraska when the Cornhuskers play Tennessee in the Music City Bowl on December 30th.
“Why Him?,” “Passengers” Among This Week’s New Films
The… — Authorities in Chicago are searching for an alleged serial package thief who was caught on surveillance video last week grabbing a package from a Chicago man’s fr… — The man suspected in an attack that killed 12 and injured dozens of others, including two Americans, at a Christmas market in Berlin was killed in a shootout with p… This week, the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association sent a letter to Secretary Tom Vilsack requesting an update on the status of trade negotiations with China in relation to the exp… LINCOLN, Neb. – First-team All Big Ten safety Nate Gerry will not play for Number 24 Nebraska when the Cornhuskers play Tennessee in the Music City Bowl on December 30th.
Couple Celebrates 50th Anniversary at Wedding Night Hotel for Original $28.13 Price
The… — Authorities in Chicago are searching for an alleged serial package thief who was caught on surveillance video last week grabbing a package from a Chicago man’s fr… — The man suspected in an attack that killed 12 and injured dozens of others, including two Americans, at a Christmas market in Berlin was killed in a shootout with p… This week, the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association sent a letter to Secretary Tom Vilsack requesting an update on the status of trade negotiations with China in relation to the exp… LINCOLN, Neb. – First-team All Big Ten safety Nate Gerry will not play for Number 24 Nebraska when the Cornhuskers play Tennessee in the Music City Bowl on December 30th.
What ever happened to the weekly words of Zim-Ztu?
Less of a football thing and more a content thing. It was just a highly amusing part of my Wednesdays in the beginning of the year but which ever writer had been doing it seemed to have stopped which is kind of a big bummer.
Man About Town’s Top 5 Things To Do On New Year’s Eve
… Office is seeking the public’s help locating several individuals they believe passed forged checks. The Ultimate Sports Viewing Guide For Christmas Weekend In case you don’t feel like watching A Christmas Story all weekend, here’s some sports action …
Raiders mailbag: Mario Edwards Jr. expectations, Derek Carr under center and yes, more Aldon Smith
I’d expect Mario Edwards Jr. to debut in at least a somewhat limited role, maybe in the 15-20 snap range to get his feet wet. It’s impossible to know what Edwards is going to be like after not playing in a regular season game in more than an entire calendar year, but without a doubt, he would be an improvement if he’s near the level he was at last season.
Shaquille O’Neal ranks his first NBA championship with the Lakers as the best
Shaquille O’Neal clearly relished the Heat honoring him at halftime of its 115-107 win over the Lakers on Thursday at American Airlines Arena. Yet, O’Neal offered some signals he associates himself more with the purple and gold.
Indians outbid A’s, agree to terms with slugger Edwin Encarnacion
Capping a year in which they came within one victory of winning the World Series for the first time since 1948, the Indians agreed to terms with the veteran slugger on a $60 million, three-year contract Thursday night. The deal includes a club option for 2020 that, if exercised, would make it worth $80 million over four years.
Kanaan joins Ford GT squad for Rolex 24 assault
IndyCar regular Tony Kanaan will join Ford Chip Ganassi Racing for its assault on the Rolex 24 at Daytona next month, it has been announced. The 41-year-old Brazilian is no stranger to the US endurance classic, having taken overall victory along with Ganassi teammates Scott Dixon, Kyle Larson and Jamie McMurray back in 2015 in a Ford-powered Riley DP.
White Sox: Jose Abreu Needs to Start 2017 Strong
Lack of offense was a major concern for the White Sox last season. Part of that problem was Jose Abreu’s slow start.
Atlanta Hawks Game Preview: Dec. 23 Denver Nuggets
Mar 17, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap grabs a rebound over Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports The Atlanta Hawks travel to Denver Friday night to take on the Nuggets.
Analysis: Kyle Kuzma’s injury uncertainty raises troubling questions for Utes
The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Utes forward Kyle Kuzma drives on Prairie View A&M Panthers guard Daquan Cook as University of Utah hosts Prairie View A&M, NCAA basketball at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Saturday December 17, 2016. The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Utes forward Kyle Kuzma drives on Prairie View A&M Panthers guard Daquan Cook as University of Utah hosts Prairie View A&M, NCAA basketball at the Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City, Saturday December 17, 2016.
Donald Trump Wants to Add a Ballroom to the White House. Where Will It Go?
As soon as the 45th president of the United States takes office, he will be confronted with a quandary: Where to hold a big fancy party? The White House is old and its rooms are small, which in 2009 led President Obama to host the Indian prime minister, Manmohan Singh, in a temporary pavilion erected on the South Lawn. President Trump will never agree to host a dignitary in such squalor; he’s going to need a ballroom.
Yorkshire’s Matthew Fisher, who has been appointed as England Under-19s’ captain
SHERIFF Hutton Bridge star Matthew Fisher has described his immense pride at being appointed as England’s under-19s captain for the one-day leg of their tour of India next month. The 19-year-old may have endured a miserable summer, with a series of hamstring injuries preventing him from playing a single first-team match for Yorkshire.
York City’s Yan Klukowski is tackled by Curzon Ashton’s Jamie Stott. Picture: Gordon Clayton.
YORK City defender Yan Klukowski says the next two games against North Ferriby United can shape the destiny of the club’s season. The Minstermen are six points adrift of safety at the bottom of the National League and play North Ferriby, who are also in the relegation zone, on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Blues 55 mins ago 11:13 p.m.Blues flop late again, fall 5-2 to Lightning
Repeated deficiencies cost the Blues again heading into the Christmas holidays, and they’ll have a week to stew on losing a two-goal lead on the road again. It started out as what was going to be a feel-good story for Wade Megan, who the Blues recalled earlier in the day from the Chicago Wolves to play in his first NHL game because of the upper-body injury to Paul Stastny, and Megan scored his first NHL goal, but a common theme for the road bit the Blues again, and they succumbed to the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-2 on Thursday at Amalie Arena.
UC Irvine beats UTEP 62-57 behind Martin’s 22 points
UTEP’s Kelvin Jones, right, deflects a pass intended for UC Irvine’s Brad Greene, while UTEP’s Jake Flaggert, left, watches during an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, in El Paso, Texas. less UTEP’s Kelvin Jones, right, deflects a pass intended for UC Irvine’s Brad Greene, while UTEP’s Jake Flaggert, left, watches during an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, in El Paso, Texas.
Drone Flight over Camp Randall
Drone flight over Camp Randall from a few weeks ago. I shot this with my dji phantom 3 standard.
Texans look to Savage on Saturday against Bengals
In this Nov. 20, 2016 file photo, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis works the sidelines in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, in Cincinnati. The Bengals will play the Houston Texans on Saturday, Dec. 24. less FILE – In this Nov. 20, 2016 file photo, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis works the sidelines in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, in Cincinnati.
Pats can avoid pitfall of 2015 with win over struggling Jets
In this Dec. 5, 2016, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Petty will make his fourth NFL start after his status was uncertain earlier in the week after suffering a bruised chest against Miami last Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. less FILE – In this Dec. 5, 2016, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Petty will … more FILE – In this Dec. 12, 2016, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Foxborough, Mass.
Nikolaj Ehlers with two goals in third to lead Jets past Canucks 4-1
Nikolaj Ehlers scored twice in the third period and also added an assist as the Winnipeg Jets downed the Vancouver Canucks 4-1 on Thursday. Patrik Laine and Bryan Little had the other goals for Winnipeg , which got 22 saves from Michael Hutchinson.
Texas-Arlington holds off Loyola Marymount 80-77
Kevin Hervey scored 14 points and grabbed 13 rebounds as Texas-Arlington held off a late Loyola Marymount charge to pick up its ninth straight win, beating the Lions 80-77 on Thursday night.
MetLife Stadium’s biggest challenge met last weekend
This Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016 photo provided by MetLife Stadium shows the field at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The biggest challenges at the New Jersey Meadowlands last weekend probably didn’t belong to the Giants and Jets. Instead, it was the folks charged with getting MetLife Stadium ready for a Saturday night Dolphins-Jets game and an early afternoon Lions-Giants contest the next day.
Kadri scores 2 goals, Maple Leafs blank Avalanche 6-0
Nazem Kadri scored twice, Frederik Andersen stopped 38 shots for his first shutout this season and the Toronto Maple Leafs routed the last-place Colorado Avalanche 6-0 on Thursday night. Auston Matthews scored his team-leading 16th goal to get the Maple Leafs started in the first period.
Bills still stung by memories of last loss to Dolphins
In this Aug. 1, 2016 file photo, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry runs with the football during practice at NFL football training camp, in Davie, Fla. . The Dolphins will play the Buffalo Bills on Saturday, Dec. 24. less FILE – In this Aug. 1, 2016 file photo, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry runs with the football during practice at NFL football training camp, in Davie, Fla.
Ex-Bulldogs Spach, Goessling weigh in on Tuioti
On Thursday, Jeff Tedford announced the hiring of Tony Tuioti as the Bulldogs’ new defensive line coach. Andrew Marden discussed the hire with ex-Bulldogs Stephen Spach and Kevin Goessling.
Philly Triumphs: Eagles soar over Giants in 24-19 victory
Malcolm Jenkins had the second two-interception game of his eight-year career, returning one for a touchdown, and the Philadelphia Eagles snapped a five-game slide by beating the Giants 24-19 on Thursday night. The loss handed Dallas the NFC East title – and home-field advantage throughout the conference playoffs.
Jadeveon Clowney’s comeback complete with Pro Bowl nod
For the first two injury-filled years of his NFL career many thought of Houston’s Jadeveon Clowney as a bust. Now he’s healthy and proving the doubters wrong.
Cubs won it all just in time for many long-time fans
In this Nov. 4, 2016 photo provided by the Strobel Family, Cubs fan Helen Weithman, celebrates the Chicago Cubs World Series victory at her home in Glen Ellyn, Ill. A lifelong Cubs fan Weithman, 98, who according to family was slipping away until the Cubs made it to The World Series, “She really came alive when it started and they had the Cubs games on,” said the daughter, Kathleen Strobel.
Chiefs offense clams up, shuts down in second half of games
It seems that everybody has a theory as to why the Kansas City Chiefs offense shuts down in the second half of games, even the star tight end who wishes he could do something to stop it. “Other than play-calling, I couldn’t really tell you,” Travis Kelce said after the latest slowdown, one that cost the Chiefs dearly in a 19-17 loss to the Tennessee Titans last Sunday.
Past and present
Alex Eisen/MDN Minot’s Corey Hooker stands over Legacy’s Maverick Martin in a 120-pound match of a West Region dual on Thursday in Minot. Hooker won by major decision, 16-8.
Former QB Holieway admires Alabama true freshman QB Hurts
Jamelle Holieway dazzled the college football world as a true freshman who mastered Oklahoma’s dynamic wishbone attack and led the Sooners to the 1985 national championship. The 5-foot-11 field general stepped in after Troy Aikman went down with a broken leg during a loss to Miami early in the season, and the Sooners didn’t miss a beat after that game.
White nationalists raise millions with tax-exempt charities
The federal government has allowed four groups at the forefront of the white nationalist movement to register as charities and raise more than $7.8 million in tax-deductible donations over the past decade, according to an Associated Press review. Already emboldened by Donald Trump’s popularity, group leaders say they hope the president-elect’s victory helps them raise even more money and gives them a larger platform for spreading their ideology.