Which food and nutrient groups to eat more of and which to avoid to potentially reduce your risk of ovarian cancer. 10 Dietary Choices That May Reduce Your Risk of Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer affects around 22,500 American women each year, according to the American Cancer Society . When it comes to prevention, gynecologic cancers, in general, are difficult to target. These cancers are not necessarily caused by poor health habits such as smoking or excessive drinking, and it's unclear whether making lifestyle changes can alter a potential diagnosis because your genetic history and environmental variables factor in strongly, as well. The most important dietary factor in ovarian cancer prevention, medical experts say, is eating an overall balanced diet and maintaining a healthy weight (research from the American Institute of Cancer Research also supports that keeping your weight in check and staying active can lower your risk). A combination of smart nutritional choices that are part of a healthy diet may also factor into prevention. Of course, there's no one "miracle food" when it comes to the prevention of any cancers, unfortunately otherwise, researchers would have already discovered a cure. However, there are food and nutrient groups you can integrate into (or remove from) your dietary regime to potentially reduce your risk of any cancer. For more delicious foods that happen to have chemoprotective health benefits, don't miss these 50 Foods That May Lower Your Cancer Risk. Best Foods For Ovarian Cancer Prevention 1. Eat: Cruciferous vegetables A recent Nutrition and Cancer study found that cruciferous vegetables are thought to lower women's ovarian cancer risk. "Cruciferous veggies offer cancer-preventing nutrients in general fruits and vegetables like these that are high in phytonutrients help to build and repair damaged cells," explains Jill Bice, MS, RD, a nutritionist at the University of Chicago Medicine's Comprehensive Cancer Center . Consuming cruciferous veggies may also help to maintain a healthy weight: one of the few ovarian cancer risk factors, according to the American Cancer Society . But just to reiterate, there's no such thing as miracle food when it comes to cancer prevention. "The healthiest diet, including for reducing risk of cancer, is one that is rich in colorful fruits and vegetables at least four to five servings a day which includes, but is not limited to cruciferous vegetables," adds Shannon MacLaughlan David , MD, MS, Director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine. "This diet should be balanced by lean proteins and healthy fats , like the omega-3s in fish, and olive oil, which is rich in beneficial phenols, phytosterols, and monounsaturated free fatty acids." Speaking of omega-3s, a recent Gynecologic Oncology study done on human cells found that one omega-3 fatty acid found only in fish, DHA, inhibits ovarian cancer growth. More research and clinical trials still need to be done to determine whether this translates from a lab setting to ovarian cancer patients. Examples: cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale 2. Eat: Foods containing selenium Research published in BMC Cancer suggests that foods that contain the mineral selenium could potentially decrease ovarian cancer risk. This makes sense because it acts as an antioxidant in the body, reducing levels of cell-damaging free radicals. It can be found in high protein foods  lean meats, fish, beans, and certain nuts. Examples: Tuna, shrimp, Brazil nuts, turkey, eggs, baked beans 3. Eat: Foods containing lignans Older research published in The Journal of Nutrition has suggested that lignans, polyphenols found in plant foods, could be beneficial hormonally to women in preventing ovarian cancer. While the research is inconclusive, a diet high in whole foods and especially plants is key. "Lignans are important because they have omega-3 fatty acids , which can help in cancer prevention, and fiber , which can help in weight maintenance," says Bice. Examples: flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, beans, berries, and whole grains like rye, oats, and barley 4. Eat: Minimally-processed soy foods Amy Shapiro , MS, RD, CDN, nutritionist at Daily Harvest shares that some forms of soy, like soybean oil, can be found in highly-processed foods and can lead to increase risks of cancer, population studies in Asia show that minimally-processed soy foods may slow ovarian cancer cell growth. Epidemiological and experimental studies have found that an active compound found in soy foods, genistein, may act as a chemopreventive or therapeutic agent against ovarian cancer. But while clinical trials are now being performed to identify the role of genistein as an anticancer agent, there is currently not enough evidence of its link to ovarian cancer prevention. Shapiro clarifies that the healthiest forms of soy are Organic, Non-GMO foods like edamame or tempeh. Examples: edamame, tempeh, miso, and tofu 5. Eat: Antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables It's no secret that any foods containing antioxidants can be cancer-fighting superfoods. "Eating plants, in a wide variety of colors, is the best way to get antioxidants like flavonoids," says Shapiro. "Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables (up to 10 servings a day and fill at least half your plate with veggies!) can help to fight cancers and illnesses thanks to their antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals," she adds. Note that while observational human studies have yielded mixed results in connecting antioxidant supplementation to a reduced risk of cancer, so far, research that has specifically looked at ovarian cancer prevention has not found enough evidence to support that antioxidant consumption reduced risk of ovarian cancer. Examples: apples, broccoli, blueberries, strawberries, peppers Foods You Should Avoid On An Ovarian Cancer Diet 1. Limit: foods with dietary acrylamide Dietary acrylamide is a chemical by-product of cooking certain starches at high temperatures. It's found in heavily processed and fried foods. Multiple sources, including the International Agency for Research on Cancer, have deemed dietary acrylamide to be a "probable carcinogen" (a 2007 and 2010 study linked it to a possible higher risk of ovarian cancer, but this has not been proven with further research). The American Cancer Society explains that the FDA recommends the food industry to reduce the amount of acrylamide in foods, but there is no official regulation. These foods that tend to contain acrylamide, though, probably aren't included in a balanced, heavily-plant-based, cancer-preventing diet. "If you're following a healthy diet as described above, you're already minimizing foods that are high in starchy carbs and animal fats, which are pro-inflammatory foods ," Dr. MacLaughlan David says. Examples: potato chips, French fries, certain processed cereals and snacks 2. Limit: animal products Older studies have suggested that animal products, in general, should be limited when it comes to ovarian cancer prevention, and this may still ring true, within reason. "A more plant-based diet is what's recommended to lower cancer risk this doesn't mean that you have to go vegetarian or vegan completely, though," Bice says, although it is a good reason to go vegan . "Red meats and processed meats are linked to cancers such as colorectal cancer, so it's better to choose fish, and lean meats like turkey and chicken," she adds. Examples: beef, processed meats like salami, butter 3. Limit: sugar Scientists are still studying the exact risk factors associated with sugary foods and beverages and ovarian cancer, as shown by a BMC Cancer study, but it s definite that these processed foods should not be part of an anti-inflammatory , cancer-fighting diet.  I would recommend staying away from foods that cause inflammation and the big one here is sugar. Limit the amount of packaged foods you eat and shop the perimeter of the store,  Shapiro suggests. Examples: candy, soda, cookies, and yogurts with added sugars 4. Limit: alcohol intake While one glass of wine could be a source of heart-healthy, cancer-fighting antioxidants like polyphenols, a Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research study show, much more than that on a daily basis isn't good for cancer prevention in general. "The AICR (American Institute for Cancer Research) states that any alcohol increases risk of cancers, but if you're going to have it, the safe serving size for women is one drink, which is five ounces of table wine per day," Bice says. Examples: hard liquor, beer, sugary mixed drinks 5. Limit: saturated and trans fats A study that appeared in the journal Oncotarget connected high dietary fat intake to ovarian cancer. Specifically, the worst fats to consume are saturated fats and trans fats. These fats are most commonly found in foods that are heavily processed or fried which don't coincide with a healthy, mostly plant-based diet. The bottom line: What goes along with a balanced diet is healthy lifestyle choices. "Maintaining a healthy weight (which also means exercise!) improves health and reduces risks of all sorts of diseases, including cancer, and including ovarian cancer," Dr. MacLaughlan David says. You can get started on your path to a healthier weight with these 30 Effective Weight Loss Tricks You Haven't Tried. Examples: processed, sugary snacks, processed meats, margarine


Houston will see a return of last week's light rainfall this coming week, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Wednesday's forecast shows the highest possibility of rain at 87%, with rain likely through Thursday. Also expect hot temperatures today and tomorrow. Temperatures will reach a high of 94 degrees on Saturday, and remain hot through Sunday. Skies will be partly cloudy today and tomorrow, and mostly cloudy on Friday. Winds will stay fairly calm over the course of the week, with the highest speeds tomorrow at just 12 mph. This story was created automatically using Saildrone's local weather forecast data, then reviewed by an editor. We also incorporate historic weather data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


If ever someone was going to rise from the dead … A woman in Taiwan ordered strippers to perform at her husband's funeral as a final gift to her deceased life partner. Two women dressed in white and knee high boots were hired to perform at the ceremony Sunday performing what The People's Daily described as a "coffin feather dance." Jane said her husband loved beautiful women and arranged for these drop dead gorgeous entertainers to surprise those in attendance. ______________________________________ Trending on MSN New Zealand » Couple die together after 73 years of marriage » Death threats for Clarkson's sub » Man talks about life with a 7-pound penis ______________________________________ The strippers performed for three songs during the ceremony, which unexpectedly featured dance music. The performers disrobed a towel revealing a bikini. They also gyrated around and on the coffin, according to PzFeed. The performance snapped a few people out of their grief as they began filming the peep show with their phones. But the service did conclude with a somber drum beat as the attendees escorted the coffin to the gravesite, the newspaper reported. Exotic dances at funerals in Taiwan is a phenomenon that dates back to the 1980s and has ties to organized crime, the agency reported. In the culture the more people who attend a funeral means the greater the honor for the deceased. Though some are offended by the practice it is a way for the family to send off their loved ones with a smile, the agency reports.


The city is mulling a plan to outlaw the sale of farmed fur items and forbid making products with trapped fur.With New York a center of the fashion world, a fur ban would be a major blow to the industry.A similar measure is under consideration at the state level as well.The fur industry fears the loss of 1,100 jobs in New York City alone if the ban passes. New York - A burgeoning movement to outlaw fur is seeking to make its biggest statement yet in the fashion mecca of New York City. Lawmakers are pushing a measure that would ban the sale of all new fur products in the city where such garments were once common, and style-setters including Marilyn Monroe, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Joe Namath and Sean "Diddy" Combs have all rocked furs over the years. A similar measure in the state Capitol in Albany would impose a statewide ban on the sale of any items made with farmed fur and ban the manufacture of products made from trapped fur. Whether this is good or bad depends on which side of the pelt you're on. Members of the fur industry said such bans could put 1,100 people out of a job in the city alone. Supporters dismiss that and emphasize that the wearing of fur is barbaric and inhumane. "Cruelty should not be confused with economic development," said state Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, a Democrat from Manhattan, who's sponsoring the state legislation. "Fur relies on violence to innocent animals. That should be no one's business." The fate of the proposals could be decided in the coming months. However, supporters acknowledge New York City's measure has a better chance of passage than the state legislation. Largest U.S. market for fur The fur trade is considered so important to New York's development that two beavers adorn the city's official seal, a reference to early Dutch and English settlers who traded in beaver pelts. At the height of the fur business in the last century, New York City manufactured 80 percent of the fur coats made in the U.S., according to FUR NYC, a group representing 130 retailers and manufacturers in the city. The group said New York City remains the largest market for fur products in the country, with real fur still frequently used as trim on coats, jackets and other items. If passed, New York would become the third major American city with such a ban. San Francisco's ban takes effect this year, and in Los Angeles, a ban passed this year will take effect in 2021. Elsewhere, Sao Paulo, Brazil, began its ban on the import and sale of fur in 2015. Fur farming was banned in the U.K. nearly 20 years ago, and last year London fashion week became the first major fashion event to go entirely fur-free. Fur industry leaders warn that if the ban passes in New York, emboldened animal rights activists will want more. "Everyone is watching this," said Nancy Daigneault, vice president at the International Fur Federation, an industry group based in London. "If it starts here with fur, it's going to go to wool, to leather, to meat." "I'm out of business" When asked what a fur ban would mean for him, Nick Pologeorgis was blunt: "I'm out of business." Pologeorgis' father, who emigrated from Greece, started the fur design and sales business in New York City's "Fur District" nearly 60 years ago. "My employees are nervous," he said. "If you're 55 or 50, and all you've trained to do is be a fur worker, what are you going to do?" Supporters of the ban contend those employees could find jobs that don't involve animal fur, noting that an increasing number of fashion designers and retailers now refuse to sell animal fur and that synthetic substitutes are every bit as convincing as the real thing. They also argue that fur retailers and manufacturers represent just a small fraction of an estimated 180,000 people who work in the city's fashion industry and that their skills can readily be transferred. "There is a lot of room for job growth developing ethically and environmentally friendly materials," said City Council Speaker Corey Johnson, who introduced the city measure. Support for either side New Yorkers asked about the ban this week came down on both sides, with some questioning if a law was really needed. "It's a matter of personal choice. I don't think it's something that needs to be legislated," said 44-year-old Janet Thompson. "There are lots of people wearing leather and suede and other animal hides out there. To pick on fur seems a little one-sided." Joshua Katcher, a Manhattan designer and author who has taught at the Parsons School of Design, said he believes the proposed bans reflect an increased desire to know where our products come from and for them to be ethical and sustainable. "Fur is a relic," he said.


Buccaneers center Ryan Jensen said recently that he likes the sense of accountability that head coach Bruce Arians has brought to the team since taking the job in January and it seems that cornerback Vernon Hargreaves didn't meet Arians' standards on Tuesday. The Buccaneers held their first organized team activity of the offseason and Hargreaves did not take part in the session. When asked why Hargreaves was out, Arians said, via Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times , that the corner "has to get his mind right for practice." Arians said "you'll have to ask" Hargreaves why the corner's mind wasn't right on Tuesday. Hargreaves suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in the first game of the 2018 season. The Buccaneers exercised their 2020 option on his contract earlier this month , although that is only guaranteed in the case of an injury. Hargreaves was not the only experienced member of the Bucs defense missing from the field on Tuesday. Defensive tackle Gerald McCoy remains away from the team and defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul is recovering from a neck injury he suffered in a recent car accident.


MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO)   University of Minnesota professor Aaron Doering was sentenced Wednesday in Hennepin County Court for domestic assault by strangulation. The 47-year-old pleaded guilty in April to strangulating his girlfriend last December. Doering was sentenced to 185 days in the Hennepin County Workhouse, five of which he has already served. He will be on supervised probation for two years. His conviction was deemed a gross misdemeanor. According to a criminal complaint, Doering was drinking heavily with his girlfriend on December 26, 2018. The woman called police to the Minneapolis apartment they shared, the Hennepin County Attorney's Office said. The complaint stated the two were arguing when Doering grabbed the victim by her hair, dragged her, hit her and strangled her. She was unable to breathe and thought she was losing consciousness, the woman told police. SEE ALSO: U of M Professor Aaron Doering Pleads Guilty To Domestic Assault Doering will not be allowed to consume alcohol or use controlled substances, have any contact with the victim, or be within three blocks of the victim's house without a police escort. Doering must complete domestic abuse counseling and treatment, utricndergo psychia evaluation and treatment, and will be subject to random testing. He also has to take prescribed medications as directed, supply a DNA sample, and never use or possess firearms or weapons. Doering could serve 180 additional days as work release if he does not successfully serve the two year probation.


For arguably the first time since the days of Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, the NBA will be without a true "Big 3" in 2019. But despite the lack of superstar trios in today's Association   farewell KD and the Splash Bros.   we do have plenty of talented tandems worth pointing out. Here's the hierarchy we'll be using as we categorize the NBA's notable one-two combinations into tiers. The duos are ranked within each tier as well, meaning we think Kawhi Leonard and Paul George form the best tandem in the NBA. *At Least One Bonafide MVP Candidate   At least one of the top players in this tandem has won the MVP award or is considered to be one of the top candidates to win the award. *Two Established Players   Both players are established producers in the NBA. Some of these players might have the potential to win MVP, but they won't be favorites. *The Young Guns   These duos have shown enough production and potential to be great going forward, but still don't stack up to the league's top tandems. *The Unknowns   These combinations haven't shown the same level of production at the NBA level as "the young guns" category, but there's time for them to prove their mettle. ***   One of the two players in this tandem is out indefinitely or coming off a major injury entering next season. That player's health will largely determine how the duo fares during the year. These duos will be slotted within the other tiers, but will have three asterisks to designate health as a determining factor in their ceilings. At Least One Bonafide MVP Candidate 1. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George   Los Angeles Clippers George is recovering from shoulder surgery, but is expected to be healthy by the start of the season, while teammate and fellow MVP candidate Leonard is coming off one of the greatest playoff runs in recent memory . This duo is the premier pair in the NBA heading into this season. 2. Steph Curry and Klay Thompson   Golden State Warriors*** Curry and Thompson form the best shooting backcourt in NBA history, but the latter will be out indefinitely with an ACL injury. Draymond Green and D'Angelo Russell will pick up the slack , but Thompson is on another level. If he returns in mid-March, watch out for Golden State down the stretch. 3. LeBron James and Anthony Davis   Los Angeles Lakers This is one of three duos in the league where both players could be considered MVP candidates. Davis fits well with James , and the Lakers finally acquired enough shooting to free up both players. The Lakers have championship aspirations   and the star players to lead them there. 4. Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant   Brooklyn Nets*** Durant is likely out for the entire 2019-20 season as he rehabs an Achilles injury. Irving will be flying solo this year, but if Durant was healthy this duo would be closer to the top. There's no telling how the forward will recover from what is considered one of the worst injuries in sports, and his health will determine this duo's ceiling in Brooklyn . 5. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton   Milwaukee Bucks Antetokounmpo is the reigning MVP and should enter next season as the best player in the league, while Middleton just got handed a hefty five-year, $178 million deal in free agency. This tandem should carry the Bucks to the top of the Eastern Conference once again, but Antetokounmpo will have to step up in the playoffs. 6. Russell Westbrook and James Harden   Houston Rockets This is the third duo composed of MVP candidates, although Westbrook could see his numbers decline in Houston. The former Thunder teammates are looking to re-discover their chemistry, and while things could be rough for the first couple of months, expect both players to come alive by the end of the season. Two Established Players 7. Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum   Portland Trail Blazers Lillard is one of the best leaders in the NBA and has a knack for big-time playoff moments , while McCollum is one of the top shooters in the league. Both players need to improve defensively for this tandem to challenge the top teams in the Western Conference. 8. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray   Denver Nuggets The Nuggets are suddenly one of the favorites to win the West after their run to the conference semifinals last year. Jokic could be an MVP candidate with his all-around offensive game, but Murray needs to develop consistency himself for this duo to go all the way. 9. Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons   Philadelphia 76ers "The Process" is finally over. Both players have signed large extensions and must now prove they are worth the price. Embiid has MVP potential, but Simmons' development will determine how far Philadelphia goes. 10. Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley   Utah Jazz Utah also has Rudy Gobert, but this backcourt will command most of the attention. Mitchell is a rising star and Conley is the savvy veteran. This will definitely be one of the best duos in the league next year on both sides of the ball. 11. Victor Oladipo and Myles Turner   Indiana Pacers*** Still recovering from his devastating knee injury, Oladipo is expected to be out until December or January, according to multiple media reports. Turner, who signed an extension last season, needs to prove he's worth the money in Oladipo's absence. The Pacers have the opportunity to surprise in the Eastern Conference, but they'll need to stay afloat early. 12. John Wall and Bradley Beal   Washington Wizards*** Before the emergence of the Bay Area stars, this was considered one of the top backcourts in the NBA. Wall was the aggressive guard while Beal destroyed opponents from deep. Yes, there's been tension between the two , but the production on the court is undeniable. Wall is also recovering from an Achilles injury, making his already questionable contract one of the worst in the league. 13. Kyle Lowry and Pascal Siakam   Toronto Raptors Even with Leonard's departure, the Raptors are going to be good. Siakam won Most Improved Player last season and should continue to grow as he becomes the focus of the offense. Lowry is still one of the top point guards in the Eastern Conference and had a great playoff run last year. 14. Blake Griffin and Andre Drummond   Detroit Pistons The Pistons have acquired enough perimeter players to make this duo dangerous down low, but does Drummond have another level to his game? 15. Kemba Walker and Jayson Tatum   Boston Celtics Tatum is a proven player, but needs to build on his past postseason success to become a star. Walker should be re-energized on a playoff contender after toiling away in Charlotte for eight years. Keep in mind that Gordon Hayward's recovery and production could potentially put him above Tatum on this roster. 16. Nikola Vucevic and Aaron Gordon   Orlando Magic Vucevic's career season helped the Magic snap a six-year playoff drought, but with a four-year, $100 million contract now in hand, he'll be expected to duplicate his 2018-19 campaign. Can Gordon, one of the most athletic forwards in the NBA, take the next step as well? The Young Guns 17. Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis   Dallas Mavericks Doncic displayed his potential last season , winning Rookie of the Year honors, and Porzingis provides the perfect fit for the young guard. Don't be shocked if these two eventually become the NBA's premier tandem. 18. Buddy Hield and De'Aaron Fox   Sacramento Kings The Kings were one of last season's surprise teams thanks to their dynamic backcourt. Hield was one of the top 3-point shooters in the NBA, while Fox showcased tremendous talent as the lead guard. This duo should fuel Sacramento for years to come. 19. Zach LaVine and Lauri Markkanen   Chicago Bulls After putting up 23.7 points per game last season, LaVine could be an All-Star candidate this year. Markkanen averaged 18.7 points and 9.0 rebounds per game after missing time with an elbow injury. Both players provide a solid foundation for the Bulls to build on. 20. Trae Young and John Collins   Atlanta Hawks Collins was a candidate for Most Improved Player and should be a frontcourt fixture in Atlanta, while Young is a dynamic guard who turned a corner during the second half of last season. With plenty of perimeter players surrounding this duo, the Hawks are ready to take off. 21. Deandre Ayton and Devin Booker   Phoenix Suns Ayton flew under the radar last year, but he put up one of the most dominant rookie seasons in league history. Booker is a perimeter star who's capable of evolving into an all-around player alongside the center. Phoenix has a strong future with these two in place. The Unknowns 22. Darius Garland and Collin Sexton   Cleveland Cavaliers The Cavaliers are hoping this is the backcourt of the future. Sexton had a rough rookie season, but could benefit from Garland's presence as a secondary creator. Cleveland is undergoing a rebuild, which tempers the expectations for both players. 23. R.J. Barrett and Kevin Knox   New York Knicks Knox experienced several fluctuating stretches during his rookie year, but was still one of the worst players in the league by advanced metrics. Barrett should be a solid scorer from Day 1, but will he be able to play with Knox? The Knicks are about to find out. 24. Miles Bridges and Malik Monk   Charlotte Hornets Bridges is an explosive forward and Monk can shoot the lights out from deep. Without Walker, both players now have the chance to develop in Charlotte. Head Coach James Borrego comes from San Antonio, who has a strong track record of developing mid-first-round picks   can he do the same with Monk and Bridges? 25. Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.   Memphis Grizzlies Jackson Jr. is already looking like a dominant frontcourt player for the Grizz. He's a floor spacer and rim protector anchoring Memphis' starting unit, while Morant is a dynamic rookie who can elevate the players around him, but will he adapt to the NBA? MORE: Which NBA Statistics Actually Translate to Wins? The post Ranking the NBA's Top Duos Entering the 2019-20 Season appeared first on Stadium .


Matthew Wolff, who turned professional last month, earned his first PGA Tour victory Sunday at the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minn. Wolff, 20, shot a 6-under 65 in the final round to edge out fellow Tour newcomer Collin Morikawa and Bryson DeChambeau by one stroke at 21-under overall. The inagural 3M Open would come down to the 72nd green and end in dramatic fashion with back-to-back eagles on the final hole of the tournament. 3M Open: Leaderboard | Prize Money Breakdown DeChambeau, playing one group ahead of Morikawa and Wolff, made eagle on the par-5 18th hole and took a 1-shot lead. Wolff's approach landed on the edge of the green, but he powered a 26-foot putt off the pin and into the hole to take lead with an eagle of his own. Morikawa pushed his potential tying 22-footer to the left and victory belonged to Wolff. The victory gave Wolff a two-year PGA Tour exemption and eligibility for the upcoming FedEx Cup playoffs, in addition to a $1.152 million first-place check . Not old enough to drink legally, Wolff had the following exchange during his post-round press conference. How does a 20-year-old celebrate a win? pic.twitter.com/h8MD8aiVxI - PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) July 7, 2019 Wolff played his back-nine Sunday in a bogey-free 31. At age 20 years and 84 days, Wolff became the ninth-youngest winner in PGA Tour history and and the youngest since Jordan Spieth at the 2013 John Deere Classic. Wolff attended Oklahoma State and hit the clinching putt for the Cowboys' 11 th national title as a freshman and won the individual title this year at the 2019 NCAA Championship in May. The 3M Open victory adds another sterling line to Wolff's resume, which also includes the: 2018 Phil Mickelson Award 2019 NCAA single-season scoring record (68.7) 2019 Jack Nicklaus Award 2019 Fred Haskins Award Wolff joins Tiger Woods and Ben Crenshaw as one of only three players to win the NCAA individual title a PGA TOUR title in the same year. Thank you so much Mr. Nicklaus! Just trying to follow in your footsteps! https://t.co/t3v5FKaRZe - Matthew Wolff (@matthew_wolff5) July 8, 2019 Wolff's unique swing continued to turn heads all weekend . But it was his steely nerve and steady play that led him that eagle on 18 Sunday - and eventually - victory. AMAZING! @Matthew_Wolff5 makes EAGLE to win! It's the 20-year-old's first PGA TOUR victory. #LiveUnderPar pic.twitter.com/LYMXFIduPI - PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) July 7, 2019 "I'm speechless," he said after his win. "That putt, and to do that with all the nerves, and trying to get my Tour card. I had the same celebration when I won the national championship at Oklahoma State. I kind of stepped and yelled, 'Come on!'" As far as what lies ahead, Wolff said appreciates "job security"- at least for two years - at his age but he is most looking forward to the playing the Masters next year. This year, it ended with a Woods victory on Wolff's birthday, April 14. "The Masters. That's something I've always dreamed of," he said. "That's the most prestigious event in golf. Augusta National Golf Club is amazing. I've always wanted to play there and never got to." MORE: UFC fighter Ben Askren had an excellent response to getting knocked out in 5 seconds Five potential Russell Westbrook trade destinations WATCH: Jorge Masvidal Knocks Out Ben Askren in Five Seconds Baker Mayfield and Emily Wilkinson tie the knot NFL Analyst: Bill Belichick wouldn't let a late Rob Gronkowski return mess up the team


Oakland Oakland is due to turn warm this coming weekend, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Temperatures will climb to a high of 72 degrees on Friday and 73 degrees on Saturday. The immediate forecast also has clear skies in store for today. Some clouds will appear on Wednesday, remaining partly cloudy through Thursday. Winds will continue to be somewhat calm through the week, with the highest speeds on Wednesday at just 11 mph. This story was created automatically using Saildrone's local weather forecast data, then reviewed by an editor. We also incorporate historic weather data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


The 2010s aren't quite over yet, but when we sat down to pick which Car of the Year winner from this decade is most impactful, we quickly, unanimously agreed upon the 2013 Tesla Model S . Simply put, no car let alone truck or sport utility vehicle from the 2010s has had or will have both the cultural and vehicular impact of the big Tesla sedan. The Model S turned the automotive industry on end when it made its 2013 debut. A rolling manifesto, the Model S announced to the world that Tesla was more than a kit-car maker of electrified Lotus Elises. Serial production of ground-up electric vehicles meant Elon Musk's enterprise was to be taken seriously. Initially available with two battery sizes promising up to 265 miles of range and a rear-mounted AC-induction electric motor good for up to 416 hp, the Model S made the average American rethink what an EV is and what it could do. The Tesla was both shockingly quick, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds, and efficient, netting an observed 74.5 mpg-e during Car of the Year testing. As an added bonus, with a center of gravity about as low as a 2005 Ford GT, the big Tesla could dance around a corner, too. The Tesla Model S also made American luxury cool again. Outside, the Model S was beautifully proportioned and elegant in its stance, while inside its massive 17.0-inch dash-mounted tablet made the world realize luxury didn't just mean leather and wood trim. Luxury is technology, too. Holding it all together was Tesla's burgeoning Supercharger network. Just six of these fast-charging stations existed in California back in 2013, but we could see the promise of long-distance EV travel even then. Today, Tesla has built more than 1,500 of its proprietary Supercharger stations worldwide, covering virtually every mile of the continental U.S., and copycat networks such as Electrify America are growing rapidly. Read More Can the Model S Go From SF to LA on one Charge? Tesla Pickup to Start Under $50,000 Every Tesla We've Ever Tested These stations have made long-distance transportation in an electric car a viable option, and have shown established automakers the path forward to the inevitable electric future. The crazy thing about driving a Model S is how normal it all is. Our 2015 Tesla Model S 85D tester, owned by MotorTrend Group head of legal Diana Malhis, is fast and sporty, yet it's also comfortable and quiet. So many qualities that were previously polar opposites coexist happily in the Model S. Even more amazing is how much this particular Model S has evolved over the years. Thanks to Tesla's continual over-the-air improvements to the Model S, this car is capable of driving semi-autonomously across the country should the mood strike. Because of the future-proofing updates delivered straight to your driveway, it'll take far longer for a Tesla to become outdated than it will other electric or gas-powered cars. Saying the Tesla Model S is a game-changer is cliché, but no vehicle can do what the Model S can do as well as it does it. This is the vehicle that almost singlehandedly made electric cars cool. More telling: Even six years after the Model S went into production and won Car of the Year, there's still not a single electric car from another automaker that can go as far as the Tesla Model S (now up to 370 miles on the latest software), go as quick as the Model S (down to a shocking 2.3-second 0-60 on the P100D Ludicrous+), or challenge the Tesla's sense of California cool. As it did in 2013, the Tesla Model S feels like the future. Read more about our Ultimate Car of the Year finalists: 1996 Dodge Caravan 2004 Toyota Prius 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air America 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Sedanette 1972 Citroen SM 1968 Pontiac GTO 2013 Tesla Model S 1986 Mazda RX-7


The agent of Inter striker Lautaro Martinez has admitted that the talk surrounding Barcelona's interest in his client is in fact 'true'. Martinez, who starred for Argentina at this summer's Copa America after being picked ahead of his Nerazzurri teammate Mauro Icardi, has been in Italy since leaving Racing Club in the summer of 2018 for a fee in the region of €22.7m. However, recent reports have linked him with another move this summer, this time to Barcelona, with the Italians apparently looking for a fee in the region of €112m. And, speaking about the speculation surrounding Martinez, Alberto Yaque, the player's agent, as quoted by Goal , told Ole : "Talk of Barcelona's interest is true." "No-one's called us, but we know that they've been looking at him strongly. It's true that Barcelona like him." However, since Yaque made that statement, La Blaugrana have finally completed the €120m move for Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann , after triggering his release clause on Friday afternoon. ⚫ Mauro Icardi - one of the best strikers in the world. So why is nobody trying to sign him? 廊 https://t.co/VCQjqDk4w2   90min (@90min_Football) July 9, 2019 And, though this might deter them from going in for Martinez, the Spanish champions are unlikely to stop spending there, and, with Inter's continued pursuit of Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku , there still may be room for a switch to be negotiated. Of course, it also may be the case that the Argentine's agent is simply angling for an improved contract for his client in Milan - he wouldn't be the first and he won't be the last. Atletico have refused to give in over Griezmann's move, claiming they are entitled to a payment of €200m - his previous release clause - because the two parties had actually agreed on a deal before the release clause lowered to €120m at the start of July. In an official statement, they explained: "Atletico Madrid believes that the amount deposited is insufficient to meet his release clause, since it is obvious that the commitment of the player and Barcelona was closed before the aforementioned clause was reduced from €200m to €120m. You were waiting for this. pic.twitter.com/vVR0Prmy0b   FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 12, 2019 "It was also prior to the date on which the clause was modified that Griezmann, on May 14 announced his imminent departure from the club. "Atletico Madrid believes that the termination of his contract occurred before the end of last season due to events, acts and demonstrations carried out by the player and that is why the club have already started the appropriate procedures for the defence of their rights and interests."


Obesity remains high among children and adolescents in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that nearly 13.7 million young Americans are affected by the obesity epidemic across the country. Analyzing behaviors of teenagers, researchers said that those who skip breakfast showed signs of obesity or being overweight. A new study found the morning habit directly linked to unbalanced diet and unhealthy activities. The study, published in Scientific Reports , states that millions of children and adolescents worldwide have been skipping breakfast. The same age group also tend to replace healthy food in the morning with products with low nutritional value, such as deep-fried snacks, pastries and sugary drinks. "We found that skipping breakfast is associated with adiposity markers in adolescents regardless of where they live and how much sleep they get, or whether they're male or female," Elsie Costa de Oliveira Forkert, an epidemiologist from the University of São Paulo's Medical School in Brazil, said in a statement . The researchers analyzed data from two separate surveys in Europe and Brazil that jointly involved more than 4,500 adolescents, aged between 12 to 18. The team looked at energy balance-related behaviors, weight, height and body mass index of the respondents. Respondents were also asked about their physical activity levels at school, at home, during leisure or while commuting. Forkert said the teenagers who skipped breakfast most of the time during the study showed larger body mass index compared to those who commonly eat a healthy meal in the morning. "By skipping breakfast, millions of children and adolescents around the world are probably replacing a more healthy homemade meal including dairy products, whole-grain cereal and fruit with fast food at a venue on the way to school, or at the school itself," the researcher said. Forkert added unbalanced diet was common among the teenagers who had sedentary habits, spent more time watching television, using a computer or playing video games. Such sedentary behaviors have been associated with high calorie consumption and obesity. However, sleep helped some of the teenagers reduce the risk of obesity. The boys from Brazil who slept less than eight hours per day had lower BMI compared to those who spent more time in bed and skipped breakfast. Related video: This is the Most Obese State in America [via Veuer]


Soon, Giants receiver Golden Tate will move another major step toward learning whether he'll miss the first 25 percent of the 2019 season. Ralph Vacchiano of SNY reports that Tate's appeal of a failed PED test will be heard on Tuesday in New York . The good news for Tate is that PED appeals are now heard by independent arbitrators, not by the Commissioner or his hand-picked designee. That gives Tate a much more fair shake at winning. The bad news is that, unless he can challenge the sample-collection or testing process, he's likely to lose. The PED policy is unforgiving when it comes to unintentional ingestion of banned substances. Tate admits that he had a banned substance in his system; he claims that he took it as a fertility treatment, discontinuing it once he learned that it did indeed include a banned substance. That may work in the court of public opinion. It's not likely to work in the NFL's court of law.


Looking to mix things up this week? From a community forum to a wrestling event, here are the best options to help you get social around town. Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. Inspections of pet breeders: Who should see the findings? From the event description: Since 2014, state law has required commercial dog and cat breeding facilities to be licensed and inspected by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health. The inspection reports generally are not open to the public. Should people have the right to scrutinize those reports just as they might look into results of inspections of day care centers, restaurants and other regulated facilities? When: Tuesday, June 4, 12-1:15 p.m. Where: Rondo Community Library, 461 Dale St. North Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Temple of Wrestling Presents: Mitzvah Mayhem From the event description: F1RST Wrestling is making history with its first ever show inside a synagogue. Temple of Aaron will play host to an electric event with Mitzvah Heavyweight Champion and Indy Legend Colt Cabana, former WWE star Chris Masters and for the first time in Minnesota "The Amazing" Rory Gulak. Temple of Wrestling will take place during the Crossriver Block Party so arrive early for food trucks, music and fun for all ages. When: Wednesday, June 5, 6-9 p.m. Where: Temple of Aaron Congregation, 616 Mississippi River Blvd. Admission: $10 for general admission; $20 for Golden Circle; $30 for VIP Click here for more details, and to get your tickets 2019 Community Equity Pipeline Graduation From the event description: Join us to celebrate the graduation of the 2019 cohort of the Community Equity Pipeline. Over the course of this year's legislative session, the leaders in this program have committed their time and talent to this shared mission of building community-based power in public decision making at the Minnesota State Capitol. Come show your support of their journey and enjoy an evening of inspiration, hope, and community. When: Wednesday, June 5, 6-8 p.m. Where: Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, 451 Lexington Parkway North Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets This story was created automatically using local event data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Retaining Bradley Beal in his prime, rather than trading him for assets, might be the best course of action for the Wizards, Ben Standig of NBC Sports Washington argues. Beal could be the ideal role model to establish a new identity and culture for the franchise, Standig continues. Beal could be the main locker-room leader next season with John Wall recovering from his Achilles injury and he'd embrace that role, Standig notes. Giving Beal that power might deepen his connection to the franchise's long-term success, Standig adds. We have more on the Wizards: With Wall's super-max extension kicking in, owner Ted Leonsis wants his star point guard to take all the time necessary to make sure he's fully ready when he starts playing again, as Leonsis expressed in an NBC Sports podcast and relayed by Chase Hughes . "John understands his commitment will show from this rehab," Leonsis said. "If it takes the whole season, we don't care. We are not putting pressure on you on a time. Make sure that you are rehabilitating in the right way so that when you do come back, you don't have that little voice in your head [saying] 'did I do everything the right way to be able to come back and be a great, great player?'" North Carolina shooting guard Coby White and Kentucky small forward Keldon Johnson are among the prospects the Wizards are bringing in for workouts, Hughes reports in a post written by NBC Sports Washington's Josh Luckenbaugh . White is currently ranked No. 8 overall by ESPN's Jonathan Givony, and the Wizards have the ninth pick. Johnson is ranked at No. 19. The Wizards will also soon bring in Georgetown's Trey Mourning , Duke's Marques Bolden and Temple's Shizz Alston Jr. Unless the Wizards promote interim president Tommy Sheppard and end its long search for a new front-office leader to replace Ernie Grunfeld, it's unknown who will determine Washington's draft decisions this month, Hughes writes in a separate story .


Rich Cimini of ESPN.com passes along a number of interesting notes about the Jets this morning, including a few thoughts on the futures of some key players and the team's hunt for a new GM. For instance, Cimini reports that there is already speculation in league circles that head coach/interim GM Adam Gase is looking to move on from defensive lineman Leonard Williams . That does not mean Gase wants to trade or cut Williams in 2019, but it sounds as though the new regime would be perfectly willing to allow Williams to sign elsewhere when he becomes a free agent at the end of the year. Cimini suggests the club could franchise tag Williams or execute a tag-and-trade, but a long-term deal with the Jets does not seem likely at this point. With respect to running back Le'Veon Bell , whose signing was reportedly a factor in the deteriorating relationship between Gase and former GM Mike Maccagnan, Cimini says it would not be surprising to see the Jets trade Bell after the 2019 season. If they cannot find a trade partner, then Bell can easily be cut after the 2020 season, when all of his guaranteed money will have been paid. Wideout Robby Anderson 's future with the Jets is more straightforward. Gase appreciates Anderson's talent, and if the big-play wideout has a strong 2019, he could be back with Gang Green on a multi-year pact. If he disappoints, he will be gone. And as far as the club's GM search is concerned, Cimini says the rumors connecting Peyton Manning to the job have no substance and that Manning is not on the Jets' radar at the moment (which aligns with a report from yesterday ). Cimini also hears that Eagles vice president of player personnel Joe Douglas remains the odds-on favorite for the GM job. Douglas has been billed as the front-runner since Maccagnan was fired.


Celtic manager Neil Lennon has admitted that he has spoken to left back Keiran Tierney about Arsenal's transfer interest, but insisted that the Gunners will have to up their bid to land the star. The 22-year-old Tierney was the subject to an initial £15m bid from Arsenal, who are on the hunt for defensive reinforcements this summer, but Lennon has claimed it will take a 'lot more' to sign the young star. Having just finished his fifth season with Celtic, Tierney is a four-time Scottish Premiership winner and won the PFA Scotland Young Player of the Year three years in a row between 2016 and 2018. As quoted by the Scottish Sun , Lennon addressed the interest from Arsenal in Tierney but claimed there have been no more bids as of yet. He said. "Arsenal are aware of what we value the player at. He's on a long-term contract, he's an asset and we don't want to sell him. There have been no more bids that I'm aware of." Lennon also revealed that he has spoken to Tierney about the speculation and hinted that a deal could be done for the right price. He added: "It's going to have to take a lot more than what they've offered the first time around to give us a decision to make. "I've had a chat with Kieran as it can be a difficult decision and bit unsettling. I've been there myself so it's important that we support him regardless of the outcome." Arsenal are expected to make a second bid for the Scotland international but are somewhat hamstrung but their reported transfer budget of just £45m before sales. With a deal for William Saliba close , a move for the Celtic star could all but exhaust Arsenal's budget. It has been reported elsewhere that the Gunners intend to make a second bid of around £25m , while offering a contract worth £20m over five years.


The Philadelphia 76ers have seen a fair amount of turnover on their coaching staff over the last year, losing valuable staff members including Lloyd Pierce, Billy Lange, Monty Williams , and Lindsey Harding . On Friday, the team took a step toward replacing some of those losses. Per The Athletic 's Shams Charania, the Sixers have hired former NBA center and two-time All-Star Roy Hibbert to a role with the player development staff. As Charania noted, Hibbert played nine years in the NBA, from 2008 to 2017, mostly with the Indiana Pacers. For his career, Hibbert averaged 10 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks, earning All-Star honors in 2011-12 and 2013-14. The Philadelphia 76ers have hired nine-year NBA center Roy Hibbert - a two-time All-Star with Indiana - to a player development coaching role, league sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium . - Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 9, 2019 In addition to his two All-Star appearances, Hibbert was named to the All-Defensive Second Team in 2014. It's an interesting move for the Sixers, who have a number of young big men on the roster including Joel Embiid, Jonah Bolden, and Norvel Pelle. It will be interesting to see what Hibbert can do in his new role. MORE: Browns mob touchdown scorer who slept outside a gym during tryouts Antonio Brown is Up to His Old Tricks Again in Oakland [UPDATE] Packers WR stock report: Jake Kumerow takes another step toward roster spot D'Angelo Russell Q&A: Warriors' new backcourt is 'like a video game' Matt Nagy can't stop gushing about Bears RB David Montgomery Related slideshow: Top picks of 2019 NBA Draft (provided by imagn)


Start your day off right with some pictures of cuddle-hungry puppies! There are dozens of puppies up for adoption right here in Houston. Hoodline partnered with Petfinder , an online adoption site that lists "more than 315,000 adoptable pets from nearly 14,000 animal shelters and rescue groups" to bring you this roundup of puppies near you. (Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.) Sky, pit bull terrier Sky is a sweet female pit bull terrier puppy being cared for at Animal Justice League . Sky will get along great with your other dogs. She is looking for cat-free forever home. Sky has been vaccinated. Have no fear: She is already house-trained. Sky is a special needs pet, so please inquire about her specific care requirements. From Sky's current caretaker: Meet Sky … She is such a special little girl, so we're looking for a very special adopter. She needs someone who will be able to handle her when full grown, as she will be a strong, solid 40-50 pound dog. She needs someone who can continue her socialization and doggy manners training. And, most importantly, someone who is prepared to love her and care for her medically, if her orthopedic issues don't fully correct, or if there are issues later in life. She absolutely loves being outdoors, and has learned to go outside to potty using a dog door. Having a dog door or installing one is something an adopter should highly consider, because it will make her such a happier girl (and you too!). Read more about how to adopt Sky on Petfinder . Isabella, Labrador retriever and spaniel mix Isabella is a female Labrador retriever and spaniel puppy staying at Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas - Houston . Isabella is friendly as can be   she loves other dogs. She already has all of her shots. She's already house-trained. From Isabella's current caretaker: Isabella is an adorable Labrador Retriever mix that was born around May 1. This little girl was found abandoned and a CSRET volunteer picked her up. Within two weeks this smart little girl was completely house trained. She's even learning basic commands. This little girl loves to be picked up or doted over and would be tickled pink to find a family with kids to play with. Apply to adopt Isabella today at Petfinder . Dixie, shar-pei and Labrador retriever mix Dixie is a female shar-pei and Labrador retriever puppy in the care of North American Shar-Pei Rescue (NASPR) . Dixie will get along great with your other dogs. She's already house-trained. Dixie has been vaccinated. Dixie's current caretakers say: Dixie is an adorable 5-month-old shar-pei puppy (possibly shar-pei/lab) who is looking for her forever home to learn and grow. She is in a foster home and gets along great with the other dogs. She is crate trained, but rarely left more than a few hours at a time. She is full of energy and will steal your heart! Apply to adopt Dixie today at Petfinder . Shelby, Labrador retriever mix Shelby is a charming female Labrador retriever puppy being kept at Animal Justice League . She's already house-trained. She has been vaccinated. Here's more from Shelby: My name is Shelby! My foster mom calls me goofy because I make her laugh when I move too fast without looking forward and run into things, or when I fall off my bed while I'm snoring like a lumberjack and wake myself up or when I annoy my bigger siblings by making these squeaky squirrel noises until they paw me in the face. I love playing with my doggy foster siblings, running and wrestling in the yard. I have two cats as well, but they don't play with me much even though I've never chased or chewed on them. I haven't met any kids yet, but they look kind of fun and seem to have my energy. I'm completely potty trained and I like my crate, especially when I'm scared of something. I would love to find someone who will help me grow up to be an even more confident and amazing dog and will embrace my goofy side! Read more about how to adopt Shelby on Petfinder . Bruiser, American Staffordshire terrier mix Bruiser is a male American Staffordshire terrier puppy currently residing at Brave Bully Rescue . Bruiser loves other dogs. Bruiser has all his shots. Fear not: He's already house-trained. Notes from Bruiser's caretakers: Please Meet Bruiser! He was born on November 10, 2018, and is now waiting to find his forever home. This cutie was saved from a bad situation along with his mommy and five siblings. Bruiser is ready for a family to love him forever. Bruiser is super sweet and loves to play a lot. He is good with big dogs, but would do best in a home with no little dogs. Please consider adding this cutie to your family, he is all love. Read more about Bruiser on Petfinder . This story was created automatically using local animal shelter data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Queens Borough President Melinda Katz now has a 20-vote edge over political newcomer Tiffany Caban, who had held a 1,090-vote lead with 99 percent of precincts reporting on primary night last week. Caban had declared victory on primary night, while Katz called for every vote to be counted. The updated results reversed those stances as well.


WASHINGTON (AP) Notre Dame coach Mike Brey says the NCAA is granting too many waivers that allow players who transfer to compete immediately, calling the requirement that players sit out a year a useful ''deterrent'' to players switching schools. Brey made his comments Wednesday at a meeting of the Knight Commission, a nonprofit that pushes for reform in college sports. While the commission has not taken a position on transfer waivers, it often advocates for players being given more freedom to pursue their professional ambitions. Brey says he believes players should be free to transfer and it's up to coaches to make their players want to stay, but he says the ease of getting a waiver makes players ''more apt to want to go.'' Brey also says he would like to see schools get tougher on coaches when NCAA violations occur on their watch. And he says coaches should do a better job policing their own behavior. --- More AP college basketball: https://apnews.com/Collegebasketball and https://twitter.com/AP-Top25


Slideshow by photo services PORTSMOUTH, England (AP)   President Donald Trump traveled to the southern coast of England Wednesday to pay respects to American service members and allies who helped rescue Europe from Nazi Germany. Entering the midway point of a European visit, Trump joins Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Minister Theresa May and several hundred World War II veterans at Portsmouth Naval Base, a key launching pad for forces that would land on the beaches of Normandy, France. A chilly breeze blew off the English Channel as Trump arrived for the event, the first of two he is attending to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day when the Allied soldiers, sailors and airmen conducted an invasion that helped liberate Europe from Nazi Germany. He will read excerpts from a prayer that President Franklin D. Roosevelt read to America over the radio on June 6, 1944, the White House said. Trump joined in giving a standing ovation to a group of World War II vets who appeared on stage as the commemoration got under way. He sat in a VIP area in between the queen and his wife, first lady Melania Trump. During a news conference Tuesday, Trump said he is grateful for the warm welcome he received from the British royal family and prime minister as "we remember the heroes who laid down their lives to rescue civilization itself." He played down protests of his visit, describing the thousands of people who demonstrated in London as a "small protest." Trump has used his speeches to emphasize a longstanding bond between the U.S. and Britain. He noted that more than 1.5 million Americans were stationed in England in advance of the invasion. "The bonds of friendship forged here and sealed in blood on those hallowed beaches will endure forever," Trump said at the news conference. Also on Tuesday, Trump and first lady Melania Trump toured the Churchill War Rooms, the British government's underground command center during World War II. Then it was time for a fancy dinner that the Trumps hosted at the U.S. ambassador's residence for Prince Charles, his wife, Camilla, and other dignitaries. While at the Churchill War Rooms, he worked to clean up a diplomatic spat, telling "Good Morning Britain" host Piers Morgan that he meant no royal insult when he used the term "nasty" in discussing the American-born Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle. The phrase generated a lot of media coverage and Trump has worked diligently to explain that he was speaking specifically on her comments about him, not about her. Trump said: "She was nasty to me. And that's okay for her to be nasty, it's not good for me to be nasty to her and I wasn't." Trump said the controversy did not come up when he spoke with Markle's husband, Prince Harry, who he says "couldn't have been nicer." Trump was also asked about whether he would support banning silencers after a gunman in Virginia used two semi-automatic handguns, a silencer and extended ammunition magazines to slaughter 12 people at a municipal building. Trump said it was something "I'm going to seriously look at." Trump has strongly resisted stricter gun laws in response to mass shootings in the United States. However, the Trump administration has banned bump stocks, an attachment used by a gunman in a 2017 massacre in Las Vegas, Nevada, to make his weapons fire rapidly like machine guns. Trump said "the bad guys are not getting rid of their guns." While overseas, the president's mind appeared to be on matters back at home, as he unleashed Twitter attacks on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, former Vice President Joe Biden and even actress and singer Bette Midler. A couple of the broadsides came in about 1 a.m. local time. Trump will also make his first presidential visit to Ireland on Wednesday, spending two nights at his golf club in Doonbeg, which sits above the Atlantic. After Dublin balked at holding a meeting in the city, a deal was struck for Trump to meet Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar at the VIP lounge at Shannon Airport, hardly the grand setting usually afforded a meeting of world leaders. ___ Associated Press writers Gregory Katz and Jill Lawless in London and Darlene Superville and Deb Riechmann in Washington contributed to this report.


NBA veteran point guard Ricky Rubio is unlikely to return to the Utah Jazz next season, based on one of his recent quotes to Spanish media. The 28-year-old told Ernest Macià of Catalunya Radio that his current team has not made him a " priority " this offseason. The original quote can be found on Twitter here but the translated version is that the organization has already spoken to him about their decision. Rubio recently said that he wants to play a " leading role " for a team that has playoff aspirations like Spanish national teammate Marc Gasol . Here is what he added about his own offseason expectations ( via Deseret News ): "A lot of friends ask me, but I don't have any idea where I'm going to go. There's a lot of things that depend on [whether other teams] are going to need a point guard or not. When free agency comes, I can start thinking and see where I can go. One thing I'm going to look for sure is going to be the best situation for me with the coach and the team. I want to be happy, I'm going to try to find the best situation for me to be me and be happy." Barring a last-second change of heart, expect the Jazz to renounce his cap hold of $22.4 million later this summer. This will bring them closer to their max space of $38.4 million in room if they move on from Derrick Favors as well as Kyle Korver , Ekpe Udoh and Thabo Sefolosha . It may be hard for Rubio to find a team in need of a starting point guard this offseason. But he could be a viable option in a mentor role for young guards drafted last year or will be drafted next month. For more on his potential landing spots, we recently speculated about four destinations where he could play on an NBA roster in 2019-20. MORE: A spoiler-filled 'Jeopardy!' clip leaked, and it appears to show the fate of James Holzhauer Darnell Savage, Josh Jackson could unlock full potential of Packers secondary Report: Kevon Looney's X-Rays return as clean after injury scare Redrafting the entire NFL heading into the 2019 season and beyond Fans are realizing Inglewood stadium is shaped like Rams logo


Students from Stanford University have welcomed a new addition to their campus: Doggo, a four-legged robot that hopes to find a home in research labs around the world. Doggo follows similar designs to other small quadrupedal robots, but what makes it unique is its low cost and accessibility. While comparable bots can cost tens of thousands of dollars, the creators of Doggo   Stanford's Extreme Mobility lab   estimate its total cost to be less than $3,000. What's more, the design is completely open source, meaning anyone can print off the plans and assemble a Doggo of their very own. Open-source plans mean anyone can download and build Doggo for $3,000 "We had seen these other quadruped robots used in research, but they weren't something that you could bring into your own lab and use for your own projects," Nathan Kau, a mechanical engineering major and Extreme Mobility lead, said in a university news post . "We wanted Stanford Doggo to be this open source robot that you could build yourself on a relatively small budget." Stanford's Doggo can trot, flip, jump, and more. Although Doggo is cheap to produce, it actually performs better than pricier robots, thanks to improvements in the design of its leg mechanism and the use of more efficient motors. It has greater torque than Ghost Robotics' similarly sized and shaped Minitaur robot (which costs upwards of $11,500) and a greater vertical jumping ability than MIT's Cheetah 3 robot . Machines like Doggo are part of what some researchers think is a coming robotic revolution. Legged robots are becoming more capable, and companies like Boston Dynamics, Agility Robotics, and Anybotics are starting to position them as useful tools for jobs like site surveying, surveillance, security, and even package delivery. Cheap robotic platforms like Doggo allow researchers to rapidly improve on control systems, the same way cheap quadcopters led to a huge boost in aerial navigation. Right now, Doggo and its ilk are made for universities and labs, but pretty soon, they'll be trotting out into the real world.


Jaylon Smith's other playbook begins with his three C's. "Chemistry. Character. Competency," is how the Dallas Cowboys linebacker put it during a recent interview with USA TODAY Sports. Smith has less than a month before beginning training camp as a rising star on an emerging defense, which is impressive enough considering the major knee injury he suffered in his final game at Notre Dame that cast serious doubt on his pro prospects. Truth is, there was sentiment he'd never come close to becoming the impact linebacker that is. Yet, in tackling that comeback, Smith, 24, has wasted no time pursuing his passion away from football. As much as he's eager to help this new generation of Cowboys break through to become a legitimate championship contender, Smith is bent on using some of his NFL resources to boost the dreams of minority entrepreneurs. More: Redskins CB Josh Norman runs with bulls in Spain, leaps over one More: Team-friendly deal? Dak Prescott explains why Cowboys shouldn't need to go that way On Friday, Smith will host the finals of a venture pitch competition in his hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana dubbed the Indiana Showcase, which flows out of the minority entrepreneurship institute he established. Five finalists, narrowed from a field of 65, are vying for a chunk of $300,000 in start-up cash and other forms of business development support. Smith and three Indiana business owners, including former Colts linebacker Gary Brackett, will judge the entrants. Think Shark Tank with a grassroots twist. Let the best pitch win. "I want to close the gap," Smith declares. It's a noble pursuit. Smith, whose father is a mechanical engineer and mother worked as a nurse before establishing a day-care center, says he is driven to help minority entrepreneurs compete   and fitting, they'll compete against each other for the top prize -- in a business environment where promising concepts are so often snuffed out by the details. "A lot of us want to be successful, but we don't always have the mentorship and strategic planning," Smith said. "Part of this is to increase the assets and provide for people who can make a difference." Ask about his advice for new business owners and a "clear-eye view" (the line of eye wear he has produced and markets is "Clear-Eye View") emerges. He is keenly aware that more new businesses fail than survive. "Management matters so much for what companies will succeed or not," Smith said. "You have to have definite criteria. Once you grow, you'll need people to assist you. You want to be able to surround yourself with the right type of people." That's where his 3 C's come in. Sure, it sounds cheesy. But the principles matter. "You have to understand what you need, what you want and what the vision looks like," he said. Of course, Smith is in close proximity to an ultimate business success story in Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, a self-made billionaire who in 1989 invested his family's entire range of assets   built largely in oil and gas exploration   to purchase an NFL franchise for roughly $250 million. Now the Cowboys are the most valuable sports franchise in the USA, worth at least $5 billion according to Forbes. Smith said he's had little conversation with Jones about business development, but he aims to have those types of chats. He envisions Jones as a potential mentor. Perhaps it will add a layer when Smith talks long-term contract with his current employer. "Just from doing my research, it was amazing how he developed the resources to buy the Cowboys," Smith said. "That's inspired me." You may wonder how Smith came to find this as a calling. You could suspect that the blown out knee   he tore the ACL and MCL, in addition to suffering nerve damage -- that significantly devalued his draft stock was a certain kind of trigger. After the injury in the Fiesta Bowl, Smith's draft stock plummeted from top five in the first round to projections he would fall to the fourth round. The Cowboys drafted him with a second-round pick, then waited patiently through rehab and various stages of progression for him to regain his football mojo. Still, Smith insists that his off-the-field focus doesn't flow from any epiphany about the perils of football. Instead, his comeback sharpened a mission that was already in the works. "I've always recognized the risk in football," Smith said. "There's risk in business, too. The biggest thing is understanding your threats. I knew that one was being injured. I had always prepared for that." His late cousin, Eugene Parker, was one of the NFL's most powerful agents until passing in 2016. Smith credits Parker for being an early mentor. No doubt, Parker would be proud of Smith now. And if he were unable to come back from the knee injury to flourish in football? "I'd definitely be a businessman," he says. "Doing what I'm doing now, some of the entrepreneur projects. It's all about growth. I've wanted to be an entrepreneur my whole life." Of course, the NFL is big business, too   with or without the head-start Smith has toward other business dreams. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Opinion: Cowboys' LB Jaylon Smith's passion play away from football is to boost business dreams


Editor's note: The opinions in this article are the author's, as published by our content partner, and do not necessarily represent the views of MSN or Microsoft. The morning after the appallingly restrictive antiabortion legislation passed in Alabama last week, my friends in ministry and I   working in parishes of all sorts across the country, on college campuses and in nonprofits   wondered whether we might have to, finally and perhaps belatedly, officially resurrect the Clergy Consultation Service. The CCS was the underground network of Christian and Jewish clergy who assisted women in need of abortion and other reproductive health services in the days before Roe v. Wade . In my corner of the religious world   I'm a United Methodist pastor serving in the United Church of Christ outside Chicago   clergy who are advocates of abortion rights are the norm, and we have been for a long time. We're not unlike the rest of the American public, of which 58 percent say that abortion should be legal in all or most instances, or our white mainline Protestant communities, which are 67 percent pro-choice. Subscribe to the Post Most newsletter: Today's most popular stories on The Washington Post That support for reproductive health and rights is neither knee-jerk nor shallow and comes from wrestling with texts and traditions, social and medical science, and the complexity inherent in human life. It is strengthened by being trusted and graced with the stories of the people for whom we are called to care: of sexual violence and contraceptive failure; of devastating diagnoses for wanted children and health complications for mothers; of trauma and poverty. Yet, despite the widespread support for safe and legal abortion, very few congregations or members of the clergy are likely to speak out about reproductive justice. Roughly 80 percent of mainline clergy have no problem regularly speaking on issues of social justice, such as hunger and poverty, and more than two-thirds address issues of marriage and family often. But a measly 26 percent report addressing abortion or capital punishment. A complicated history suggests reasons for the widespread support for abortion rights and the ongoing reticence to speak regularly and publicly about such issues. But that reticence has allowed national conversation about abortion to be taken over by an overly simplified narrative forwarded by Catholic and white evangelical churches. Instead of a complicated pastoral issue requiring nuance, empathy and, above all, the trusting of women to make choices for their own bodies, abortion (even from the moment of conception) is falsely equated with infanticide. Legislation in states across the nation has become increasingly punitive for doctors and for women in need of care, a new direction in the antiabortion movement that had, for years, focused on simply making abortions nearly impossible to get. Gillian Frank , a scholar at work on a book about the Clergy Consultation Service, argues that clergy had provided comfort and moral authority in the course of their pastoral ministry for generations; that meant they had often been approached by women and families in the midst of reproductive crises. Though abortion had been criminalized for more than half our country's history , until the 1950s, the procedure was not difficult to get, or even unduly dangerous. More-restrictive laws came into effect then, rendering abortions more dangerous. Clergy in the late 1960s and early 1970s saw firsthand the effects of those legislative shifts and were part of a brief moment of broad consensus that antiabortion laws were leading to a public health crisis. Reform was desperately needed, and consensus was so broad as to include liberal Jews, Unitarians and even Southern Baptists. The consistent and vocal position of the Catholic Church was, then, an outlier, rather than the rule. Between 1967 and 1973, about 2,000 clergy members, men and women, formed a network that stretched across the United States and abroad, providing information, support and funding for women to procure an estimated quarter to a half-million abortions. Growing out of their pastoral practice, the work of the members of the Clergy Consultation Service also manifested a passion for personal autonomy, privacy and human dignity. These decisions, for the clergy of the CCS, were understood to be intensely personal, and best left up to a woman and whatever opinions and authorities she sought. Frank notes that, in the years after New York legalized abortion in 1970 , some for-profit abortion providers shifted the conversation from a public health crisis to a crass and commercial endeavor, with "practically pornographic" billboards that made many, even those staunchly in favor of protecting reproductive rights, uncomfortable. Today, that image of abortion procedures as available, cheap and "on demand" persists, though it is extremely difficult, if not practically impossible, to access an abortion or a host of other reproductive health-care services (even tubal ligation or IUDS) in many states. With the dramatic rise and spread of conservatism in the late 1970s and 1980s   the takeover of the Southern Baptist Convention, Jerry Falwell's "moral majority" and the election of Ronald Reagan   "Christian" came to be equated with opposition to abortion, homosexuality, premarital sex and government protection of women's rights or support of those living in poverty. "We maintain public support," says the Rev. Katey Zeh , interim executive director of one of the successor organizations to CCS, the Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice (RCRC), "but we've lost the public narrative." This loss is twofold. First, ever since the Roe decision, other groups have been working tirelessly to get it overturned. Every election is about seats in legislatures, limiting access at the state level, and "the race to the Supreme Court," Zeh says. The RCRC, along with other independent clinics and organizations, continues in the mode of its parent shadow network, advocating and protesting and otherwise engaging the legislative process, publishing op-eds, and training clergy and other community leaders to provide information, resources and compassionate care to those in need of reproductive health care and justice. But pro-choice clergy also struggle to find the proper context to have conversations about abortion outside the closed doors of pastoral visits. Sermons don't always provide the space for the kind of conversation such a personal topic often requires, and small group discussions by nature reach only a percentage of the congregation. "My youth group talks about abortion," one United Methodist clergywoman told me, "but my adults, not so much." "I made a casual reference to a woman's choice in a sermon once," a young Lutheran clergywoman in Wisconsin told me, "and I got more criticism than in any other situation." Zeh reported that, in 2017, the Revs. Christine and Dennis Wiley participated in a blessing of abortion clinics put on by RCRC in the D.C. metro area. The following Sunday, protesters stormed their church, disrupting Sunday school and intimidating children and other worshipers. Those who have been around this conversation awhile recall that George Tiller, a faithful provider of late-term abortions, was murdered while serving as an usher during a Sunday morning service of his Wichita congregation Redeemer Lutheran. Frank notes that clergy also do not carry the cultural privilege or moral authority that we once did (and, often, for good reason). I can attest that the shift renders it hard to do what is right and good, to think creatively and speak the truth. It's not easy to correct misleading rhetoric and halt the spread of partisan lies when you're afraid for your livelihood and life. The structural shift accompanying the rise of Christian political fundamentalism in the 1980s and 1990s reflected the divided understanding of authority: Conservative churches would happily tell you what to believe and how to vote, and liberal ones would never tell you anything happily, afraid that you might argue. But a new generation of religious leaders has begun to take up the mantle and holy calling of serving the 1 in 4 women who will have an abortion in their lifetimes, of teaching comprehensive sex education in light of a loving God who desires human flourishing, or advocating and organizing and teaching and writing for reproductive justice. We are already doing this   testifying before Congress and holding hands at clinic bedsides. There is too much at stake for us to continue in the long-held practice of serving as "the quiet hand of God." It takes all of five minutes in a pulpit to learn that you can't please everyone. The mainline church, in times of declining resources, members and influence, has spent the past 40 years in the shadows of evangelical megachurches, forgetting this truth. Out of an unholy confluence of fear, conflict avoidance and attempts to copy corporate management culture, many of us have failed to be bold in preaching the Gospel. We never had time for that; we have even less time now. Now is the time to give hope to the downtrodden, critique the powers and principalities, tell the truth, face arrest and, if it comes to it, face mortal danger. It is especially time to use whatever privilege we have on behalf of those with less. It's what Jesus would do. Read more: If abortions become illegal, here's how the government will prosecute women who have them If a fetus is a person, it should get child support, due process and citizenship I had an abortion in Alabama. I'm lucky that it was still legal.


Looking to uncover all that Enderly Park has to offer? Get to know this Charlotte neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a seafood market to a coffee spot. Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Enderly Park, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results. 1. Poboy's Low Country Seafood Market Topping the list is seafood market and Cajun/Creole spot Poboy's Low Country Seafood Market , which offers sandwiches and more. Located at 3022 Freedom Drive, it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 166 reviews on Yelp. This spot has an extensive menu of fish including flounder, red snapper and more. 2. Enderly Coffee Co. Next up is coffee roastery Enderly Coffee Co. , which offers coffee and tea and more, situated at 2620 Tuckaseegee Road. With five stars out of 32 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. This spot offers a wholesale program for local businesses. 3. Cuzzo's Cuisine Food truck and Southern spot Cuzzo's Cuisine is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3418 Tuckaseegee Road, four stars out of 32 reviews. Look for the Shrimp and Lobster Mac & Cheese among the offerings here. 4. Chex Grill Chex Grill , a New American spot that offers sandwiches and more, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 31 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2734 Freedom Drive to see for yourself. This spot boasts more than 30 wing flavors on its menu . This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


New York Mets star young slugger Pete Alonso got the day off Saturday against the San Francisco Giants. Or so we thought. Struggling a tad since winning the Home Run Derby , Alonso more than made some noise in San Francisco. BOX SCORE: METS 11, GIANTS 4 He lifted a 444-foot pinch-hit homer off Giants reliever Derek Holland to plate three runs and give the Mets an 8-1 lead. Rookie of the Year pic.twitter.com/UghyjMjW9W   New York Mets (@Mets) July 20, 2019 You simply don't see baseballs go out of that area of Oracle Park. Alonso made it look rather easy. It's something he continues to do throughout what has been a tremendous performance from the youngster. The rookie has now hit 33 homers while driving in 75 runs. He's on pace to shatter Aaron Judge's rookie record for homers. Related slideshow: 2019 MLB season (Provided by imagn)


Apple is ready to embrace the dark side   and kill off the app that started it all. "Dark mode" for iPhones and the end of the classic iTunes app are among the cornucopia of updates Apple unveiled Monday at the Worldwide Developers Conference, its annual summer event to preview what's to come to its products later in the year. WWDC, as it's known, brought small but welcome iterations on existing products   some of which are long overdue. In them, we can see the world's most influential consumer tech company trying to use privacy as a differentiator, even if it didn't go as far as I'd hoped in offering new protections from the growing scourge of data brokers and apps that track us without our knowledge. Also noticeably missing was much discussion of America's number one tech problem   robocalls   beyond a new ability for iPhones to automatically send unknown callers to voice mail. Most of Apple's upgrades will arrive as free software updates to iPhones, iPads, Macs and Apple Watches in the fall. Public beta versions of Apple's new software become available in July   but exercise caution installing it on a device you rely on. There was a bit of hardware news of interest to professionals who use Macs to make graphics and edit video. A new Mac Pro, shaped like an oversized cheese grater, promises to be the most powerful and expandable the company has ever made, with a price that starts $6,000. What are the most useful new updates   and where is Apple still not delivering what we really want? CEO Tim Cook took over two hours to present it all onstage Monday. Here's the seven announcements I think matter to most of us. Goth is back! Dark mode in iOS 13 adds a black background to apps including News, Calendar, Notes and Apple Music. Even the keyboard has white on a black background. Why does this matter? Mostly because it looks cool. The jury is still out on whether using white text on a black background is good for beleaguered eyes. And Apple didn't say this in its presentation, but dark mode might also save you a little battery life if you've got one of its higher-end iPhones (the X, XS or XS Max) that uses a display tech called OLED. Over the years, the iTunes app that powered Apple's resurgence with the iPod and then iPhone has become so bloated and saddled with functions that it has become hard to use. On the new version of MacOS called Catalina, iTunes is being replaced with three purpose-built apps: Apple Music, Podcasts and Apple TV. These apps essentially bring the Mac more into alignment with iOS, where these three separate apps already exist. The end of iTunes reflects a bigger shift in online media consumption: the end of the download era. While Apple Music and Apple TV apps will still allow you to buy and download media, their main function is giving you access to streaming subscriptions like Apple Music and Apple TV+, the company's forthcoming TV services. Gallery: Key moments in the history of Apple Inc. (Pictures) We'll have to see how well the Apple Music app works for people with large collections of ripped and purchased music. Okay, but without iTunes, how will you sync your iPhone with a Mac? That function has moved directly to the MacOS Finder. Apple has some small but important privacy tweaks in iOS 13. First, when an app asks for your location, now you'll get the option to share it just once. There's no reason to allow many apps to keep tracking you. And a new "sign in with Apple" option for apps offers a more privacy-friendly version of the Facebook and Google sign-in options that many apps use today. It uses a tried and true privacy-protection technique: the pseudonym. Instead of handing over your real email address, Apple generates a random-looking one that automatically forwards to your real account. What I would have liked to see is something like a "do not track" button for iOS that tells apps they're not allowed to gather personal data and share it with third parties like marketing companies and data brokers. Also in the long-overdue category, the software that runs the iPad is branching out away from the iOS that runs the iPhone and getting its own name: iPadOS. It's an important step forward for devices like the iPad Pro, which is a powerful piece of hardware held back from replacing a laptop by its software. Among the improvements that caught my eye: iPads can now read external USB thumb drives directly in the Files app. Apps like Adobe's Lightroom can also import photos directly (without taking a side trip through the Apple Photos app, required today). iPads have long had the ability to multitask, but they gain the ability to run two instances of the same app at once. And the Safari browser is also now equivalent to the app for Macs, allowing you to interact with websites as on a desktop -  a critical improvement for users of Google Docs and other professional software. Two new apps get Apple even deeper into the business of our health. A hearing app for the Apple Watch will alert you when you're in a dangerously loud place. And there's a new app to track menstrual cycles, helping women stay on top of fertility. Do you really want to share such intimate information with Apple? Unlike some other period tracking apps, it says it will encrypt the information so nobody can peer in. An app store is a baby step toward independence for the Apple Watch. You can browse and pay for apps right on the Watch, and updates will also download on their own. The WatchOS 6 update offers a few more watch faces, too, but still no store for them. What gives? This is just cool: A new app called Find My can help you locate a lost Mac laptop even if it is offline and sleeping. It sends out Bluetooth signals that other nearby Apple devices can detect and report about to iCloud, so you can find it. Apple says this network effect is anonymous and encrypted   and shouldn't much impact battery life.


Liverpool have offered an update on the fitness of youngster Yasser Larouci, after he was subjected to a 'heinous' tackle in the pre-season friendly against Sevilla. The 18-year-old full back was on the receiving end of a violent swipe from behind by defender Joris Gnagnon, who subsequently issued an apology for the challenge on Twitter, calling his own foul a 'heinous act' that 'should not be seen on a football field' before wishing him a speedy recovery. The fears over Larouci's condition were amplified by the fact that he was forced to depart the field via a stretcher, but boss Jurgen Klopp was eager to play down fears of a long-term injury. pic.twitter.com/EIjPB9IuGq   Joris Gnagnon (@Gnagnon_39) July 22, 2019 Now a full update on the midfielder's condition has been released on the club's website , claiming Larouci should be out for weeks rather than months, with his injuries amounting to 'heavy bruising' in the femur bone. In an official statement, the club explained: "Liverpool are hopeful the injury sustained by Yasser Larouci in Sunday's pre-season friendly with Sevilla is not serious. "The defender was carried from the pitch at Fenway Park following a rash challenge from Joris Gnagnon, which resulted in a red card for the opposition player. Georginio Wijnaldum: One of the most underrated players in the Premier League  https://t.co/D4vuWkljbu   90min (@90min_Football) July 23, 2019 "Larouci has suffered heavy bruising in his femur bone and the club's medical team will continue to monitor the injury as it settles. "However, the Reds are optimistic the 18-year-old will only be ruled out for no more than a matter of weeks."


The National Transportation Safety Board released a report on the plane crash in Florida that killed two men from the Upstate. Dr. Stanley Rampey, 67, and Raymond Dodd, 79, both of Seneca, were killed in the crash on June 12. The Federal Aviation Administration said a Cessna 182 crashed into Lake Maitland around 11 a.m. after taking off from Orlando Executive Airport. The lake is about 7 miles from the airport. FlightAware shows the Cessna 182 plane left Wednesday at 6:26 a.m. from Oconee County Regional Airport and landed at Orlando Executive Airport at 9:33 a.m. The plane then began traveling to Massey Ranch Airpark in New Smyrna Beach. "A fuel receipt revealed that the pilot purchased 21.1 gallons of fuel prior to departing CEU. The flight plan that was filed indicated that the airplane departed CEU with 4 hours of fuel on board. According to radar data obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the flight from CEU to ORL took about 3.10 hours. The pilot did not purchase fuel at ORL before departing for X50," the report said. The pilot had made an emergency call to the airport's tower before the crash, reporting that the plane wasn't getting gas in the right tank "According to preliminary air traffic control radio communication information provided by the FAA, the pilot declared an emergency at 1059 to Central Florida Terminal Radar Approach Control and stated that the airplane was not getting fuel out of the right tank," the report said. " The pilot asked for the closest airport to land and the controller told him that ORL was the closest airport. The controller cleared him to land and advised the pilot he was cleared to make a left or right turn back to the airport and to switch radio frequency back to the tower controller at ORL. The pilot also reported to the tower controller that the airplane was not getting fuel out of the right tank. The controller cleared him to land on runway 13, but the pilot did not respond, and no further communications were received from the accident airplane." To read the full report, click here . Maitland police said the bodies of two men were found soon after Orange County Sheriff's Office divers discovered the plane in the water. Oconee County Administrator Amanda Brock confirmed that a Cessna 182 was owned by the Golden Corner Flying Club. READ MORE: NTSB releases report on Florida plane crash that killed two Upstate men CHECK OUT WYFF: Get the latest Greenville news and weather. For live, local, late-breaking Greenville, SC, news coverage, WYFF is the place to be.