Alex Marquez dominated the Brno Moto2 round to claim his fifth win of the 2019 season and extend his championship lead to 33 points following a crash for Tom Luthi. Poleman Marquez recovered first from Gresini's Sam Lowes on the opening lap, and eased into an insurmountable lead to secure victory ahead of Moto2 podium debutant Fabio Di Giannantonio. Lowes got the holeshot into Turn 1, but couldn't hold the lead and soon found himself staring at the rear of the Marc VDS Kalex when Marquez came back through at Turn 3. The Gresini rider   who will not remain with the team in 2020   couldn't match Marquez's pace, and was quickly shuffled all the way back to 10th by the time he crashed out at Turn 7 on lap nine. Di Giannantonio quickly disposed of Lowes for second at the start of the second tour, and put some pressure on Marquez over the next handful of laps. But by lap eight, Marquez was 1.4s clear and soon had that advantage up to over two seconds as the race entered its second half. Speed Up rider Di Giannantonio did reel Marquez in somewhat in the latter stages, the gap coming down to 1.5s, but Marquez was once again two seconds clear with four laps to go. That proved the last straw in Di Giannantonio's hopes, with Marquez cruising across the line to begin the second half of the year with another victory, his fifth in six races. Intact GP rider Luthi trailed Marquez by just eight points coming to Brno, but a crash while running inside the top six on the fourth lap allowed the Spaniard to open up his lead in the standings to 33. Enea Bastianini ensured two rookies would make it to the podium for the first time, after the Italtrans rider came from 18th on the grid to pass Speed Up's Jorge Navarro at the Schwantz corner on the last lap. Navarro could do nothing to reclaim the spot and had to settle for fourth, with VR46 rider Luca Marini completing the top five ahead of Marcel Schrotter (Intact GP), Nicolo Bulega (VR46), Augusto Fernandez (Pons), SAG's Tetsuta Nagashima and Iker Lecuona (American KTM). Former Tech3 MotoGP rider Jonas Folger returned to action mid-weekend to replace the injured Khairul Idham Pawi at the Sepang team, and was 19th at the flag. Brad Binder, mounted on the new KTM chassis, was a late crasher, while Mattia Pasini   replacing Simone Corsi at Tasca Racing   and Lukas Tulovic (Kiefer Racing) also fell out of the race. Race results: Cla#RiderBikeLapsGap 1 73 Alex Marquez Kalex 19 2 21 Fabio Di Giannantonio Speed Up 19 3.018 3 33 Enea Bastianini Kalex 19 4.158 4 9 Jorge Navarro Speed Up 19 4.290 5 10 Luca Marini Kalex 19 7.031 6 23 Marcel Schrotter Kalex 19 8.847 7 11 Nicolo Bulega Kalex 19 8.937 8 40 Augusto Fernandez Kalex 19 11.900 9 45 Tetsuta Nagashima Kalex 19 12.896 10 27 Iker Lecuona KTM 19 19.079 11 7 Lorenzo Baldassarri Kalex 19 20.248 12 72 Marco Bezzecchi KTM 19 21.424 13 88 Jorge Martin KTM 19 23.119 14 5 Andrea Locatelli Kalex 19 25.850 15 35 Somkiat Chantra Kalex 19 26.240 16 87 Remy Gardner Kalex 19 26.714 17 64 Bo Bendsneyder NTS 19 28.917 18 96 Jake Dixon KTM 19 32.573 19 94 Jonas Folger Kalex 19 32.979 20 62 Stefano Manzi MV 19 35.664 21 77 Dominique Aegerter MV 19 35.865 22 4 Steven Odendaal NTS 19 46.357 23 65 Philipp Ottl KTM 19 50.454 24 97 Xavi Vierge Kalex 19 58.874 25 18 Xavi Cardelus KTM 19 1'04.629 41 Brad Binder KTM 12 7 Laps 22 Sam Lowes Kalex 8 11 Laps 54 Mattia Pasini Kalex 8 11 Laps 12 Thomas Luthi Kalex 3 16 Laps 3 Lukas Tulovic KTM 3 16 Laps View full results


The Giants are set to select the contract of righty Shaun Anderson , as Kerry Crowley of the Bay Area News Group was among those to report on Twitter . He's expected to start the club's contest on Wednesday. It isn't clear yet what the Giants will do to clear roster space. Neither is it known whether Anderson is likely to receive more than a single start's worth of MLB action. Anderson, 24, was a third-round pick out of the University of Florida back in 2016. He came to San Francisco as part of the mid-2017 deal that shipped Eduardo Nunez to Boston. Thus far in 2019, Anderson carries a 4.11 ERA in 35 innings over seven starts at Triple-A, with 9.5 K/9 against 2.8 BB/9. This move represents the latest change to the makeup of the Giants' rotation mix. The club has optioned Dereck Rodriguez to Triple-A, bumped Derek Holland to the bullpen and sent Drew Pomeranz to the injured list. Tyler Beede will absorb some of those innings, perhaps pitching behind opener Nick Vincent Tuesday. And now Anderson will get a show to show that he ought to be a part of the team's long-term plans.


Giving teams a set amount of homologated parts to use at a grand prix has been tipped as a "sensible solution" to Formula 1's proposed major 2021 schedule change. F1 rulemakers have proposed shifting Friday practice to later in the day and applying parc ferme conditions before those two sessions even begin. Read Also: F1 bid to stop car changes will "open can of worms," warns Wolff Under the current rules this would force teams to commit to major set-up choices before running on track, in the hope of reducing costs and increasing unpredictability as well as the primary aim of the schedule change to reduce the number of days team personnel have to spend at the track. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner believes the way to make it work is to avoid parc ferme being as strict as it is now. "When parc ferme was originally introduced it was going to be dangerous, and was certainly frowned upon," Horner told Motorsport.com. "We need to give these things a try and see if it works and see if it does have an impact on the costs. What you want to avoid is the potential unintended consequences of introducing a regulation like that. "So, maybe rather than being a totally strict parc ferme, you should still have the ability to alter springs and wing levels, but the parts should maybe be homologated so you have a set amount of parts instead of something totally binary. "If you have an amount of homologated parts that you were able to utilise that would seem a sensible solution." Under the current parc ferme rules, suspension set-up changes and aerodynamic tweaks are forbidden beyond front-wing levels. In theory, reducing the opportunities to test and use new parts over a grand prix weekend would deter teams from spending money on such developments. One side-effect would likely be that teams shift their focus to greater simulation work and dyno-testing, which would raise costs on that side. However, Horner believes that changing parc ferme rules in conjunction with a cost cap   believed to be targeted at $175m   would reward intelligence as much as resource. "The smarter teams will always find an advantage," he said. "You see it in Formula 2. There are teams that, with an identical car, some cars are better than others. "That's down to the people that are involved at the end of the day and how they commit their resource. F1 is a much more extreme version of that."


Your lower abs are part of your rectus abdominis, or six-pack muscles, and you have them   we promise   they're just harder to see. Doing Core Workouts but Can't See Lower Abs Yet? 2 Trainers Explain Why That Is Your lower abs are part of your rectus abdominis, or six-pack muscles , and you have them - we promise - they're just harder to see. Why? The region of the midsection where these abs are located is generally one of the final places that the body stores fat, especially as you age, Tom Holland, MS, CSCS, exercise physiologist and fitness adviser for Bowflex, told POPSUGAR. (One endocrinologist further explained in a past interview that women specifically tend to accumulate fat in their lower abdomen .) How to See Your Lower Abs You can do as many crunches as you want, but if you don't incorporate key lifestyle changes, seeing lower abs - and abs in general - will be more difficult. "To achieve truly defined lower abs, one must achieve a particularly low percentage of overall body fat by following a consistent program of healthy eating, cardiovascular exercise, and strength training," Tom explained. Got that? Cardio and strength training that will work toward boosting your metabolism, along with a well-balanced diet of food like healthy fats (avocados and legumes) and lean proteins (chicken, fish, or tofu), is essential. Note: you can't spot-reduce - not even belly fat . But losing body fat over all, Tom said, will help you see those abs. And it's also worth repeating that just because you can't see your lower abs doesn't mean you don't have them. "We all have a six-pack," Tom explained. "It's just covered by a layer of subcutaneous fat in many people." (Subcutaneous, meaning the fat you can pinch with your fingers.) So don't be discouraged if it takes a little extra effort to see those lower abs. It doesn't necessarily mean you have a weak core. How to Target Lower Abs In terms of exercise, Tom told us it's difficult to isolate the upper or lower regions of your abs because when you do an ab exercise, the entire muscle contracts. He suggested slowing down your repetitions and focusing on proper form, which will "result in the greatest activation of the entire rectus abdominis region, including the lower abs." NASM-certified personal trainer and Peloton and Pilates instructor Emma Lovewell told us that some exercises that work your six-pack aren't recruiting your lower abs as much. For example, when you do a regular crunch, "your bottom half is still and you're crunching the top half of your body," she said. So you'll feel it more in your upper abs. To get the most bang for your buck, Emma said you need to be doing exercises where you're moving your lower body. Click through the slideshow above for the moves she suggests trying. Hanging Leg Raise Start by hanging on a pull-up bar with palms facing out, or use the ab straps and hang with your arms inside of them. Use a box or bench if you need help reaching the bar. Pull your shoulder blades down your back to keep your shoulders away from your ears. Engage your abs as you fully extend both legs, lifting them up simultaneously with control. Lower your legs down slowly and return to the starting position. This completes one rep. Avoid swinging during this move to ensure that you're really working your abs. If this move is too hard, you can do double leg lifts on the ground. For an advanced move, try toes to bar . Reverse Crunch Lying on your back, lift your legs in the air with your knees bent. Place your hands on the floor beside you. Without momentum, use your lower abs to slowly curl your hips off the floor and into your chest. Slowly lower them back to the starting position. This completes one rep. Mountain Climber Start in a traditional plank, and with your core engaged, bring your right knee forward under your chest. Return to your basic plank. Switch legs, bringing your left knee forward. Keep switching legs, and begin to pick up the pace until it feels a little like running in place in a plank position.


A North Carolina teenager who survived a brutal shark attack earlier this month dared to relive the terrifying moment in an exclusive interview with " Good Morning America ." Paige Winter, 17, was attacked while swimming in waist-deep waters off the coast of North Carolina on June 2. She lost two fingers and her left leg was amputated, but she refuses to let the attack keep her down. "I was aware from the beginning, nothing's gonna be the same ever again. Like, I'm still Paigey. Just a little different," Winter told "GMA" in an interview airing Tuesday. "I got some pieces of the puzzle missing. But it's OK. ... I'd rather have to go through this tough journey than, like, not being able to use my hands. Not being able to, like, walk." The teen was swimming in the ocean with her sister and brother on a warm Sunday afternoon, enjoying the sun and pretending to be mermaids, when things suddenly took a turn for the worst. Something started to pull her underwater. At first, she thought it was one of her siblings grabbing her leg as a joke, but then she started to feel a weird "snapping" sensation -- something she said she'll never forget. "I'm like, 'Is this, like, a snapping turtle? Like, what's happening?'" she recalled. "Then it just starts. Like a dog [when] they get a rope and you grab the other rope and they just start going -- like with their whole body." "I remember giving up for a second, and then I just start like laying there … and then I was like, 'no, wait a minute, I can't do that. Like, that's not an option!'" (MORE: Robert Downey Jr. sends special message to teen shark attack victim, recruits her for his climate change coalition) Winter said her body went into shock and she eventually stopped feeling pain. She said she mustered up all her strength and tried "prying" the animal off of her, but it was too strong. Beginning to lose hope, she started to pray for a miracle. "I'm like, 'I'm 17, like, please don't let me die. Like, I'm not ready to die, I have stuff to do. Like, so much,'" she said, recalling her brief conversation with God. "My body went into shock. So I couldn't feel anything, I just knew it was bad." The teenager suffered "deep lacerations to her leg, pelvic and hand areas" and had to be airlifted to a trauma center. Despite her injuries, the vibrant teen said she hopes to turn it into a positive experience. Luckily, her father, Charlie Winter, manged to punch the shark in a move that may have saved her life, authorities said. Now she calls him her hero. Paige Winter said she still remembers how she felt when her father placed her over his shoulder and brought her back to safety. "I was like, 'Dad, please help me!' I remember being really quiet," she said. "And at one point his energy, like, dropped. He's like, 'I can't … I can't, man,' and I was like, "Yes, you can, please help me." Charlie Winter said he ran as fast as he could when he realized his daughter was in danger. "You could tell where she was because you could see pink on the water," he told "GMA." "I dove under. It was about 5 feet. She was already getting pulled back and so I dove in where -- she was movin' back. That's where I dove in and I grabbed her." Within a matter of seconds, he found himself staring eye-to-eye with a massive shark. "I pulled her up. You could see the shark come up right with her. And then I just immediately just start beating it with everything I could," he said. "He was just staring at my sideways, just the biggest, blackest eye piercing. It was just no negotiating with it." Today, the family says they're still working to get used to "the new normal," but Paige Winter says she doesn't feel any anger toward the shark who attacked her. "This situation has urged me to learn more about sharks. Because even in the back of that ambulance and in the back of that truck, I was like, 'Guys, sharks are still good people. Like, don't get mad at the shark. The shark is fine," she recalled with a smile. "I was just trying to assure them that me and that shark are good, like, we're good." Paige Winter's family has set up a GoFundMe fundraising page called "Prayers For Paige" to help with the cost of her surgeries and recovery process.


The weather report shows more warm temperatures are in store for Worcester, due to last through Tuesday, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Today's high will be 87 degrees, while Thursday's will be 82. Light rainfall is also in store on Thursday. Thursday's forecast shows the greatest chance of rain at 92 percent, with rain likely through Friday. Skies will be partly cloudy today and clear Saturday through Tuesday. Winds will remain light throughout the week, with the highest speeds on Thursday at only 10 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.


An admitted gang member is going to spend the next 20 years in prison as part of a negotiated plea deal in Coweta County Superior Court, for a gang-motivated shooting on June 20, 2018, according to Coweta District Attorney Herb Cranford. On Tuesday, July 30, Ammad Minuel Houston pleaded guilty to two counts of violating Georgia's street gang terrorism prevention act, aggravated assault, aggravated battery and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime. Cranford said that Houston was sentenced to 40 years, with 20 years of that to be served in prison. The remaining 20 years would be on probation. The non-negotiated plea came a week ahead of Houston's previously scheduled August 5 trial date. According to Cranford, Houston, who was an admitted member of the MOB PIRU criminal street gang , pulled a gun on his victim and shot the unarmed victim in the stomach following a verbal altercation in the front yard of an apartment complex. The unnamed victim, Cranford said, was shot in the presence of women and children. The victim had to undergo surgery and suffered serious complications with his intestines. RELATED: Six members of violent 135 Pirus gang indicted on federal charges Cranford said that before he pulled the trigger, Houston called the victim a "crab," which is a derogatory term used by rival street gang members to refer to associates of the Crip criminal street gang. In his Mirandized interview with law enforcement, Cranford said, Houston admitted to his membership in the MOB PIRU criminal street gang and that he believed the victim was an associate of the Crip criminal street gang. Houston also told law enforcement that he had this in mind when he shot his victim. The D.A.'s office said they were prepared to call as a witness a qualified expert in gang culture to testify that gang members commit violence against rival gang members in order to establish the dominance of their gang within an area and in order to increase their own rank within their own gang. Cranford said he believes gang-motivated violence and crime continues to be a problem within the Coweta Judicial Circuit as well as across the entire state of Georgia. The Coweta Judicial Circuit includes Carroll, Coweta, Heard, Meriwether and Troup counties. He went on to say that while he believes the long-term solution to the state's gang crisis is the education of at-risk youth and early intervention with that same youth, his office will seek to remove from the community those gang members who prey on their communities by committing violent acts, distributing drugs and guns and recruiting vulnerable youth into criminal street gangs. MORE HEADLINES | Arrests made in case of teen who was shot while sitting on living room couch 11 shot in 12 hours: Bloody Sunday night in multiple shootings across Houston 30 dead from 2 mass shootings in one weekend Brazil gang leader dresses up as daughter in jail escape bid


Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker was mostly lighthearted when he joined Will Compton and Taylor Lewan on their new "Bussin' with the Boys" podcast last week. But he did share one heavy piece of information. Walker said he "damn near died" during a 2016 game against the Oakland Raiders while he was receiving an IV treatment. "I got fluid in my lungs and damn near died almost in the game," Walker said. "The (person giving the IV) just wasn't paying attention and the fluid was out, so air seeped into my …" Lewan chimed in, acknowledging just how deadly the situation can be. "If you get a certain amount of CCs of air in your blood system … like 100 CCs will kill you," he said. "If you get enough, it will make your heart dilate in a certain way." This isn't the only serious health issue Walker has had to deal with. The 34-year-old three-time Pro Bowler suffered a severe ankle injury in Week 1 last fall and was missed the rest of the season. He is eager to get back to the field in 2019, though, and is sure of his ability to bounce back and be just as dominant as he's always been. And he feels that way regardless of whether you think the team should have added another tight end this year or not. "I feel like (analysts) don't watch our games," Walker said on the podcast. "Draft a (expletive) tight end - he's still not going to play. That's pretty much how I look at it. You can draft a tight end, which they have, and I'm still playing." MORE: LeBron James' son pulled off a chase-down block that looked just like his dad's legendary one Ahead of Finals, Stephen Curry defends Kevin Durant against critics NFL world responds to passing of Packers legend Bart Starr LeBron James and LeBron James, Jr. lose it after massive poster dunk There's serious potential in a Kyrie Irving - D'Angelo Russell pairing


Liverpool's Naby Keita confirmed on Sunday morning that he will play no further part in Guinea's African Nations Cup campaign, following another injury set-back. The 24-year-old midfielder suffered a minor adductor strain whilst on international duty with Guinea, and posted a photo on Instagram apologising to his fellow countrymen ahead of Sunday evening's crucial clash with Algeria. His injury was also confirmed by Liverpool, who revealed in a statement that the Guinea star had returned to Melwood training ground in order to receive further treatment. However, he is expected to recover before the end of July, ahead of his pre-season programme with the Reds. It has been a stop-start season for Keita , following his move from RB Leipzig to Liverpool in 2018. He made his Reds' debut in a 4-0 victory over West Ham in August, but then failed to hold down a regular starting position over the course of the campaign. His season came to a premature end in early May after he suffered a groin injury against Barcelona, which ruled him out for the rest of Liverpool's title race run-in, as well as the Champions League final victory over Tottenham Hotspur . Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp considers Keita a crucial part of his midfield plans and the German will be hoping to see the Guinean's full potential next season. Guinea will have their work cut out tonight against an Algeria team which have been the tournament's stand-out performers, winning all three of their group games without conceding a single goal. Keita's side qualified for the next round in third place from group B, sensationally topped by AFCON newcomers Madagascar.


If you love to take advantage of the live music offerings near you, this week offers several great reasons to leave the house. From an instrumental EDM show to multiple live performances by different Grammy Award-winners, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week. 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. Black Joe Lewis and The Honeybears, presented by Sam's Burger Joint From the event description: Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears return to Sam's with special guest Donovan Keith, who will be opening the show. Doors open at 8 p.m. When: Friday, July 12, 9-11:45 p.m. Where: Sam's Burger Joint, 330 E. Grayson St. Price: $17 (general admission, advance); $20 (general admission, day of show); more ticket options available Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Scott Stapp at Aztec Theatre From the event description: Grammy Award-winning artist Scott Stapp has encompassed all the talent and torment imaginable in scaling to musical success. The founder and lead singer of Creed chronicled his quest for answers, along with his dreams and personal journey to fatherhood, in chart-topping hits such as "My Own Prison," "Higher" and "With Arms Wide Open," which dominated the sonic landscape of the 90s-2000s. His world-renowned, soul-piercing lyrics, backed by thundering rock riffs, garnered not only a Grammy, but countless other accolades of creativity and chart domination, not to mention legions of fans who felt a kindred spirit in his honesty. When: Wednesday, July 10, 7 p.m. Where: Aztec Theatre, 104 N. St. Mary's St. Price: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Michael McDonald at Majestic Theatre From the event description: As part of the Majestic's Bud Light Concert Series, St. Louis native, Michael McDonald, is welcomed to the Majestic Theatre. With a career that encompasses five Grammys, numerous chart successes and personal and professional accolades, as well as collaborations with some of the world's most prominent artists, Michael McDonald remains an enduring force in popular music. When: Wednesday, July 10, 8 p.m. Where: 224 E. Houston St. Price: $49.50-$89.50 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets GrooveTronX at Halcyon From the event description: Come enjoy music from the coolest Nu Jazz and live instrumental EDM group in Texas, GrooveTronX, during the electronic duo's residency at Halcyon every second and fourth Thursday. When: Thursday, July 11, 9 p.m. Where: 1414 S. Alamo St., Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78210 Price: 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.


The Colorado rancher charged with murdering his fiancée will not face the death penalty, the prosecutor's office confirmed on Sunday. Prosecutors had a window of 90 days to file a death penalty motion after Patrick Frazee, who allegedly killed the woman he planned to marry, Kelsey Berreth, after he pleaded not guilty to murder charges. That timeline expired Friday with prosecutors making no such action, meaning that capital punishment is off the table. Frazee entered a not guilty plea in May on charges of murder and solicitation to commit murder. His trial is scheduled to begin in October. Prosecutors allege the deadly attack against Berreth, who was the mother of Frazee's child and his fiancee, unfolded on Nov. 22, at Berreth's Woodland Park, Colorado, home. (MORE: Prosecutors will not seek death penalty against Patrick Frazee) Frazee allegedly blindfolded Berreth and had her guess the scents of different candles, according to an arrest affidavit. While Berreth was distracted, Frazee allegedly hit her with a bat, which ultimately killed her, the document said. He allegedly hit her so hard that he even knocked a tooth out, the document said. The couple's baby was in a playpen in Berreth's rear bedroom during the alleged murder, the document said. Frazee allegedly burned Berreth's body in a black plastic bin on his property, according to the arrest affidavit. (MORE: A bat and bloody baby toys: More allegations revealed in woman's killing) Frazee and Berreth's daughter is in the custody of Berreth's parents. Frazee's ex-girlfriend, Krystal (Lee) Kenney, allegedly told two friends that Frazee had asked for help killing Berreth, according to Frazee's arrest affidavit. But neither friend came forward to alert authorities despite knowing about the alleged murder plans one month before the crime, the arrest affidavit said. Kenney, who investigators say admitted to cleaning up the gruesome murder scene, admitted in court to moving Berreth's phone from Colorado to Idaho, where the ex-girlfriend lives. Frazee allegedly wanted Kenney to take Berreth's remains back to Idaho, but she refused, Kenney told investigators, according to the arrest affidavit. (MORE: 'Not the outcome that we hoped for': Police end landfill search for missing mom) Kenney pleaded guilty to one count of tampering with physical evidence. Her sentencing will take place after Frazee's criminal case has concluded. ABC News' Carol McKinley and Clayton Sandell contributed to this report.


Both McLaren Racing's Fernando Alonso and Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports' James Hinchcliffe will have to join the last chance qualifiers' shootout having failed to lock themselves into the Top 30 qualifiers for the 103rd running of the Indianapolis 500. Alonso was 33 rd after all 36 drivers made their initial qualifying runs , while Hinchcliffe was last after a heavy crash in Turn 2 on his opening lap . The McLaren driver eventually made five attempts to get himself into the field, his last one   an average of 227.244mph   getting the job done only temporarily. Improvements from such as Dreyer & Reinbold Racing's JR Hildebrand, Ben Hanley of DragonSpeed, and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing-Honda's Jordan King and Graham Rahal put them well out of the danger zone and bumped Alonso to 31st. "We didn't really have the speed," said Alonso. "So we are where we deserve [to be] today. Hopefully tomorrow we have another chance to be in the race. If we can take it, OK, if we don't take it, it's because we don't deserve it. I'm happy with that anyway. When asked what his team can do overnight, he replied: "To be honest not much, I think it has been the whole week the speed has not really been there in the car. We will not find it in one night, so we will try and do a good and clean run and hopefully that will put us in the top three positions." Following his shunt, Hinchcliffe went out in the #5 T car but couldn't find the speed to get in the show. This pair will thus join Kyle Kaiser of Juncos Racing, Sage Karam in the second DRR car, and Carlin Racing's Max Chilton and Patricio O'Ward in the Bump Day shootout for the final three slots on the 33-car grid. Following the initial runs, both Chip Ganassi Racing-Honda drivers improved their times, Felix Rosenqvist taking a second retake just to ensure himself a place on the grid. Conor Daly made a big leap to get into 11 th in the fifth Andretti Autosport-Honda, and his teammate Alexander Rossi edged ahead of Harding Steinbrenner Racing's Colton Herta   but only temporarily. The Circuit of The Americas winner would later head out with little more than an hour left on the clock and the car trimmed out a little more to grab fifth and the honor of fastest Honda driver of the day Marco Andretti and Helio Castroneves both made attempts to get into the Fast Nine but failed and will start 10 th and 12 th respectively. Weather allowing   and it's looking shaky at best   the schedule for tomorrow is as follows: 10.15 - 10.45am - Last Row contenders practice 10.45 - 11.15am - Fast Nine contenders practice 12.15 - 1.15pm - Last Row contenders qualifying   one four-lap run each 1.15 - 2.15pm - Fast Nine qualifying   one four-lap run each 3.15 - 6.00pm - Practice for the 33 qualifiers Priority will be given to the Last Row contenders over the Fast Nine contenders should bad weather heavily affect the day. CONTENDERS FOR FAST NINE SHOOTOUT PNameQSPEEDQL1QL2QL3QL4EngineTeam 1 Spencer Pigot 230.083 230.800 230.078 229.798 229.659 Chevy Ed Carpenter Racing 2 Will Power 230.081 230.433 230.197 229.859 229.836 Chevy Team Penske 3 Simon Pagenaud 229.854 230.521 229.862 229.728 229.309 Chevy Team Penske 4 Josef Newgarden 229.749 230.130 229.734 229.779 229.357 Chevy Team Penske 5 Colton Herta 229.478 229.791 229.570 229.126 229.425 Honda Harding Steinbrenner Racing 6 Ed Jones 229.440 231.015 230.070 229.110 227.595 Chevy Ed Carpenter Racing 7 Ed Carpenter 229.349 230.028 229.529 229.072 228.772 Chevy Ed Carpenter Racing 8 Alexander Rossi 229.268 229.760 229.306 229.137 228.869 Honda Andretti Autosport 9 Sebastien Bourdais 228.800 229.726 229.760 226.777 228.962 Honda Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser-Sullivan LOCKED IN PLACE FOR P10-30: 10 Marco Andretti 228.756 229.626 228.920 228.429 228.055 Honda Andretti Herta Autosport with Curb-Agajanian 11 Conor Daly 228.617 229.226 228.497 228.403 228.344 Honda Andretti Autosport 12 Helio Castroneves 228.523 229.543 228.557 228.079 227.918 Chevy Team Penske 13 Marcus Ericsson 228.511 229.015 228.217 228.443 228.371 Honda Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports 14 Takuma Sato 228.300 228.779 228.257 227.866 228.299 Honda Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing 15 James Davison 228.273 229.247 228.102 227.885 227.865 Honda Dale Coyne with Byrd and Belardi 16 Tony Kanaan 228.120 228.630 228.200 227.881 227.771 Chevy AJ Foyt Enterprises 17 Graham Rahal 228.104 228.565 228.333 228.254 227.270 Honda Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing 18 Scott Dixon 228.100 228.656 228.155 228.077 227.514 Honda Chip Ganassi Racing Teams 19 Oriol Servia 227.991 228.563 228.359 227.821 227.226 Honda Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports 20 Charlie Kimball 227.915 228.305 227.910 227.951 227.496 Chevy Carlin 21 JR Hildebrand 227.908 228.786 228.210 227.594 227.050 Chevy Dreyer and Reinbold Racing 22 Ryan Hunter-Reay 227.877 228.656 228.080 227.431 227.347 Honda Andretti Autosport 23 Santino Ferrucci 227.731 228.293 228.083 227.404 227.147 Honda Dale Coyne Racing 24 Matheus Leist 227.717 228.091 227.785 227.467 227.525 Chevy AJ Foyt Enterprises 25 Jack Harvey 227.695 228.566 227.929 227.618 226.675 Honda Meyer Shank Racing with Arrow SPM 26 Jordan King 227.502 227.789 227.702 227.444 227.075 Honda Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing 27 Ben Hanley 227.482 227.932 227.692 227.353 226.953 Chevy DragonSpeed 28 Zach Veach 227.341 228.348 227.405 226.819 226.800 Honda Andretti Autosport 29 Felix Rosenqvist 227.297 227.743 227.525 227.187 226.735 Honda Chip Ganassi Racing Teams 30 Pippa Mann 227.244 228.369 227.380 226.484 226.751 Chevy Clauson-Marshall Racing CONTENDERS FOR P31-33 #66 Fernando Alonso, McLaren Racing-Chevrolet #59 Max Chilton, Carlin-Chevrolet #31 Patricio O'Ward, Carlin-Chevrolet #5T James Hinchcliffe, Arrow Schmidt Peterson Motorsports-Honda #24 Sage Karam, Dreyer & Reinbold Racing-Chevrolet #32 Kyle Kaiser, Juncos Racing-Chevrolet


And it's looking for a new (forever) home. If you're a car enthusiast with a soft spot for the classic muscle cars, then keep on reading. The beauty you see above is up for sale through Legendary Motors in Beverly, Massachusetts. For those who may not be able to tell at a glance, it's none other than a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro . The current asking price as of this writing is $40,900. When you factor in its long list of goodies and the fact that it's only got one mile on the odometer since the build, it's not extreme at all! This model is powered by Chevy's 496 V8 engine mated to a three-speed automatic transmission. However, it's got a lot more under the hood than just that. The 1969 Camaro is, without a doubt, one of the most popular pony cars out there. It was the final year of the first-generation Camaro and the first year that the car saw some significant changes. It received all-new sheet metal, except for the hood and trunk. The front grille featured a more angled "V" design that allowed the headlights to be more deeply inset. Meanwhile, the rear taillights were extended to a triple-lens setup. Louvers were also added on the rear quarter panels. The updated body panels make for a flatter and wider looking stance that emits a more expressive and muscular appearance. The mechanical underpinnings of the '69 Chevy Camaro remained the same, however. The interior gauges from the '67 and '68 models were replaced by square ones and actually inspired the gauges found in the fifth-gen Camaro as well. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro coupe sports a custom PPG Copperhead Metallic Paint with PPG Snow White Pearl Stripes. It is a Pro Street build with a long list of added equipment and a ton of power to boot. The car delivers incredible sound and stance as it rumbles down the street or strip. No matter where you take it, this model is sure to impress. The interior was also customized with racing seats, a racing harness, roll cage, Grant GT steering wheel, B&M Pro Stick automatic shifter, and more! You won't believe your eyes at all the work and love that was put into this bad boy. We won't spoil the entire list for you here, so take a look at the ad for yourself! General Motors sold 37,773 units of the 1969 Camaro RS, 34,394 of the SS, and 20,302 of the Z/28. One thing is for sure, though. No matter which Camaro you have, it's a valuable collectible that will forever be admired and remind us of its history, legendary prowess, and overall journey to the present-day models. Don't miss the opportunity to get your hands on this iconic 1969 Camaro. Call today! Read more... First Battle Of The Builders Champ 1969 Camaro This 1968 Camaro RS Is Both The Beauty And The Beast


Aston Martin has a long history of giving its more potent models names that start with the letter V. "Vantage" was first used as long ago as 1950 to distinguish higher-powered versions of existing cars, although it has since become a model in its own right . Since then, Aston has also used Virage, Vanquish, and, for last year's millionaire track tool, Vulcan . Now there's set to be another V car, and it will be the quickest yet, with the British sports-car maker confirming that its forthcoming somewhere-beyond-hyper car will be called the Aston Martin Valkyrie. Research the latest from Aston Martin on MSN Autos We've already told you about Aston's grandiose plans for the Valkyrie, which was previously known by its code name of AM-RB 001. It's being developed by a team led by Red Bull Racing's chief technical officer, Adrian Newey, and we are promised that it will offer performance comparable to an LMP1 race car in its fully stripped-out track guise; a street-legal version also will be available. Although we will still need to wait for full technical details on this adjective-stretching machine, Aston has also confirmed that Michelin will be making the tires, with unique-to-the-car Pilot Sport Cup 2s under development. These will be 265/35R-20s at the front and enormous 325/30R-21s at the rear. As for the origins of that name, Aston has helpfully added a note to its press release to give more details, upon which we won't even attempt to improve: "Norse Mythology: The Valkyrie-literal translation from Old Norse being 'Chooser of the slain'-are female figures who select who may live and who may die in battle. The Valkyrie then bring half of those slain on the battlefield to Valhalla, the afterlife governed by Odin, Ruler of the Gods." Follow MSN Autos on Facebook and Twitter


Betting on a boomtown like Atlanta can pay dividends like a nearly 10,000-square-foot place to lay your head. And hang your art. Available on the market through most of 2019 has been the custom 1987 showplace of Steve Selig, the president and chairman of Selig Enterprises who's been a player in Atlanta development since well before Hammerin' Hank broke the record. The seller of this "Buckhead masterpiece" is the current patriarch of Selig, an active developer that holds an empire of commercial property throughout the Southeast, the majority of it in Atlanta. The company's splashiest ongoing project at the moment is the multi-tower 1105 West Peachtree , which is transforming a Midtown block. As for the listing, this six-bedroom "entertainer's dream home" can be found on three and a half acres off Paces Ferry Road, just west of Interstate 75. It was initially listed in January just shy of $4 million, and a second price adjustment this week has brought it to $3,250,000, via Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International . With its somewhat understated Mediterranean leanings and whimsical touches, it's anything but a typical Buckhead palace. The walls are loaded with pop iconography and a gallery's worth of originals. The garage fits four cars a reminder that the WalkScore of measly 1 is all but irrelevant. Interior designs by Stan Topol skew toward contemporary without being too cold, and colors are largely neutral. Accessible by virtually the entire main floor, the sparkling pool is a certified highlight. The property joins about eight non-pending houses around Buckhead priced in the $3.2 to $3.3-million range at the moment.


Kittens are known to get themselves in some rather strange situations, and that appears to be true for those of the bobcat variety as well.


This week, investing guru Warren Buffett will have lunch with a 28-year-old Chinese tech entrepreneur over a topic he despises: cryptocurrency. The 88-year-old billionaire doesn't have a choice to say no, though, because his young guest, crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun, rightfully booked his calendar last month when he won the annual auction for Buffett's "Power Lunch" for a record $4.6 million. This year, Sun will also break the Power Lunch's longstanding tradition by moving the lunch venue from New York to San Francisco to give Buffett an immersive experience in the Bay Area's buzzing crypto community. Per the charity lunch's rule, Sun is allowed to bring up to seven guests to join him and Buffett. As of this weekend, he had confirmed three attendants: Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle, a Boston-based crypto trading and fundraising platform; Yoni Assia, CEO of eToro, an Israel- and London-based crypto brokerage firm; and Helen Hai, head of Binance Charity Foundation, a blockchain-powered donation portal initiated by Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. SEE ALSO: Mark Cuban Say Facebook's Libra Cryptocurrency Could Be 'Dangerous' Sun has also invited Litecoin founder Charlie Lee, Livio Weng of Singapore-based crypto exchange Huobi and Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who's known as "CZ" in the tech community. CZ has turned down Sun's invitation and recommended asking Anthony Pompliano, co-founder of Morgan Creek Digital, an investment fund focusing on digital assets. Lee and Weng have yet to respond. For the only remaining seat, Sun has apparently extended an invitation to President Donald Trump. Responding to a Trump tweet criticizing Bitcoin earlier this month, Sun tweeted, "Mr. President, you are misled by fake news. Bitcoin and blockchain happen to be the best chance for the U.S.! I'd love to invite you to have lunch with crypto leaders along with Warren Buffett on July 25. I guarantee you [that] after this lunch, nobody will know crypto more than you!" Mr. President, you are misled by fake news. #Bitcoin & #Blockchain happens to be the best chance for US! I'd love to invite you to have lunch with crypto leaders along with @WarrenBuffett on July 25. I guarantee you after this lunch, nobody will know crypto more than you! https://t.co/ZpRFEbninv   Justin Sun (@justinsuntron) July 12, 2019 Sun is the founder of cryptocurrency Tron and San Francisco-based file-sharing company BitTorrent. He has said he's a big fan of Buffett and would like to take the lunch opportunity to update him on the latest developments in blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Other topics over the meal may include policy issues affecting the crypto community and even gauging Buffett's interest in investing in Bitcoin. "Crypto is now a major global policy issue and there is a great deal for Mr. Buffett to understand and for us to learn from him as well," Circle CEO Allaire tweeted last week in response to Sun's lunch invitation. "[Lunch with Buffett is] a big step for bridging between the traditional finance world and the new one," tweeted eToro's Assia. "I believe there is huge potential for social impact that can be done via crypto and would love to have Warren Buffett engaged with us!" Update: After this piece went live, Sun announced that the lunch with Buffett would be postponed due to a condition of his health.


Either Aaron Jones was specifically told to put in extra work as a receiver this offseason, or the Green Bay Packers running back sensed a big opportunity was coming as a pass-catcher in Matt LaFleur's new offense. Regardless, Jones made sure he'd be ready, putting in overtime hours to improve his abilities in the passing game. "I've done a lot of work," Jones said, via Mike Spofford of the team's official site . "If he's going to be putting me out there at wide receiver or using me in different ways in the pass game, I have to be ready. I'm confident in my hands. I'm going to continue to work them and be ready for when my number's called." Jones, who caught 26 passes for the Packers as a second-year player last season, told Spofford he used high school quarterbacks from the El Paso, Texas area to help him practice catching the football and running routes during the offseason. He's also been a regular on the JUGS machine at Ray Nitschke Field in Green Bay. The work could be important in 2019. As the top option at running back in LaFleur's offense, Jones figures to be a featured player in the passing game. "Oh, I love it when we can get them the ball in the passing game," LaFleur said to end minicamp earlier this month . "That's just one more eligible (receiver) the defense has to focus on. When you talk about getting five guys out into a concept, it just opens up more space inside typically." LaFleur's comments line up with his offense's usage of the running back positions at previous stops in Los Angeles and Tennessee and the Packers' emphasis on having running backs practice route running and catching the football during the offseason workout program. Jones could be a dynamic underneath option for quarterback Aaron Rodgers. He's quick, elusive and capable of turning short passes into big gains, and he even flashed some downfield receiving ability in Mike McCarthy's offense last season (see: touchdown catch in Seattle). Jones' development as a receiver and the Packers' commitment to getting the football to the running back position in the passing game could help the third-year running back produce in LaFleur's offense in more ways than one. MORE: Bear bites woman in tent at Yellowstone, prompts action Sherra Wright pleads guilty in killing of LeBron's former teammate Lorenzen Wright Damon Harrison is thrilled the Lions signed Mike Daniels Giants' Saquon Barkley rips Daniel Jones critics: You don't know football JuJu Smith-Schuster's lowkey entrance makes the biggest statement


Before straining his calf , Kevin Durant raved about how much fun he was having competing deep into the playoffs. If he wants to ensure more opportunities like this, he should re-sign with the Warriors. A team with Durant, Stephen Curry , Klay Thompson , Draymond Green and Andre Iguodala is incredibly well-positioned for annual postseason runs. That's why there has been more chatter about Durant staying in Golden State . Here's more. Sam Amick of The Athletic : But there's a recent sense in Warriors circles that maybe he'll think twice about joining them on this trek across the Bay Bridge, that this recent stretch of domination and fan appreciation might be the kind of thing that convinces him to   cue LeBron James ' personal motto that hasn't exactly panned out in Laker Land   RWTW (Roll With The Winners). At one point, Durant might have planned to sign with the Knicks. But this postseason was always going to factor. Nothing can be decided until July, and the playoffs can leave any number of final impressions. Durant's injury throws more variables into the equation. How will Golden State perform without Durant? How will he feel about that? If Durant returns this season, how will he and the Warriors perform then? How will he feel about that? Not even Durant can know these answers yet, but he'll soon live through them. Then, and only then, he'll make his highly anticipated decision.


Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans everywhere are eager to see their team in action tonight against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The game not only marks the first preseason game for Tampa Bay, but it'll also afford us the chance to see quarterback Jameis Winston leading this new-look Bruce Arians offense. And, one player who is likely to see some playing time tonight is second-year wide receiver Justin Watson, who Tampa Bay selected in the fifth-round of last year's NFL Draft. But, before Watson took the field for the game, he took some time and shared a moment with his family, including his older brother Tommy, who has cerebral palsy but still managed to make it to Heinz Field to cheer on his brother. Take a look. The whole fam came out to support @jwat05 ! What a special moment. ♥ pic.twitter.com/6EYMqj2yGF - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) August 9, 2019 It's great to see the Watson clan out in full force. The Bucs receiver grew up in Pennsylvania and even attended some college called the University of Pennsylvania (I think that's how it's pronounced). Win or lose, tonight's game is already a memorable one for Justin Watson. MORE: National Football League, Buccaneers vs Steelers Live Stream, How to Watch Online, TV Channel, Start Time D'Angelo Russell Q&A: Warriors' new backcourt is 'like a video game' Preseason Week 1: How to watch, listen, and stream Saints vs. Vikings Assessing Rashan Gary's preseason debut for Packers Earl Watson explains the 'perfect marriage' of Westbrook, Harden


A police union has been accused of shaming New York's poorest and most vulnerable by commissioning and sharing online photographs of the city's homeless, sparking a furious backlash. The Sergeants Benevolent Association (SBA) has responded to rising homelessness by launching the "Peek-a-Boo, We See you too!" campaign on photo-sharing website Flickr. It is the latest development in the union's criticism of Mayor Bill de Blasio   a progressive Democrat increasingly under fire over allegations that life New York is on the skids. In a letter to members, SBA president Ed Mullins says failed policies have seen homicides and homelessness rise, diminishing New York's reputation as the safest large city in America. His answer is to urge off-duty cops, friends, relatives and the public to take pictures of the most vulnerable. "Please utilize your smart phones to photograph the homeless lying in our streets, aggressive panhandlers, people urinating in public or engaging in open-air drug activity, and quality of life offenses of every type," Mullins wrote. Pictures emailed to the union have been posted on its Flickr account. Mullins said a written complaint would be submitted to public officials. The pictures are accompanied by captions such as "bed and breakfast" and "disgusting," and feature one of a sleeping man apparently taken by someone leaning right over his face. According to the Coalition for the Homeless, 58,761 homeless people spent each night in shelters in June, up from 53,615 in January 2014, the month de Blasio took office. But if the police union said the point was to raise awareness, it has been slammed online. "Tactics to publicly shame the homeless, many of whom are mentally ill, cannot move towards positive change," wrote one account holder on Flickr. "How insensitive and idiotic can you guys get?" asked another user. De Blasio, asked about homelessness earlier this week, quoted from figures in February that showed an annual decrease of the number of people who live entirely on the street. The mayor said he had invested heavily in "a set of strategies that could really make a difference... and I think you're going to see more and more impact from that."


The man accused of killing a 17-year-old boy in a Peoria Circle K because he felt threatened by the teen's rap music has pleaded not guilty. Michael Paul Adams, 27, appeared in Maricopa County Superior Court briefly Thursday for arraignment proceedings. He spoke only to confirm his name and date of birth. His voice was clear and emotionless. Adams is scheduled to appear in court next on Aug. 29 for an initial pre-trial conference. During his initial appearance, attorney Jacie Cotterell told the judge the Arizona Department of Corrections released him from prison without any medication or any access to mental-health services despite his history of mental illness. Adams was booked into a Maricopa County jail on suspicion of first-degree premeditated murder on July 4 after police said he admitted to the fatal stabbing of Elijah Al-Amin . Police said he used a pocket knife to stab the teen in the back and slit his throat at the convenience store near Peoria and 67th avenues. Adams told police rap music makes him feel "unsafe" because he had been attacked by people who listen to rap music in the past, specifically black, Hispanic and Native American people, according to police records. He was released from prison two days earlier on July 2 after serving a 13-month sentence for aggravated assault. A prison spokesperson says Adams wasn't "designated seriously mentally ill" during his incarceration. Reach public safety reporter Bree Burkitt at bburkitt@republicmedia.com or at 602-444-8515. Follow her on Twitter at @breeburkitt. Support local journalism. Subscribe to azcentral.com today. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Peoria murder suspect pleads not guilty to stabbing teen over rap music


From a parade to a poolside workout, there's plenty to enjoy in Cleveland this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar. 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. The 14th annual Ward 5 Community Family Festival From the event description: The 14th annual Ward 5 Community Parade and Festival will include live entertainment featuring Ripp Flamez and other local bands and artists, games, Zumba, food, health screenings and more. When: Saturday, June 29, 10 a.m. 6 p.m. Where: 7320 Kinsman Road, Kinsman Neighborhood Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Masthead 5K and Brew Fest From the event description: Join us for a 5K or 1.5-mile run followed by a beer fest with over 15 breweries, right in the back parking lot of Masthead Brewery. When: Saturday, June 29, 10 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Where: 1261 Superior Avenue Admission: $25 $60 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Tri-C Jazzfest Yoga From the event description: Join us for Shine Bright Yoga, part of the Tri-C JazzFest. Bring your own yoga mat. People of all ages and levels of expertise are welcome. When: Saturday, June 29, 10 11 a.m. Where: Playhouse Square, 1501 Euclid Ave. Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets GrooveRyde + FWD Present Hustle & Float From the event description: This year's summer workout theme is Hustle & Float. Our GrooveRyde team will lead you through a bodyweight workout set to our Rock the Bells 45-second interval format. This will be followed by a cool-down stretch featuring our Down Dogg hip-hop yoga. The workout will be 60 minutes in total. When: Saturday, June 29, 11 a.m. 2 p.m. Where: FWD Day + Nightclub, 1176 Front Ave. Admission: $20 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.


Without a doubt one of the best-loved dinners in America, steak is a classic that everyone claims to have the perfect recipe for. But thanks to a wide range of cheap and cheerful deals as well as exquisite fine dining options, there's a steakhouse to suit all budgets. Here we bring you the best in the country, so tuck in... Steak your breath away Without a doubt, steak is one of the best-loved dinners in America. It's a classic that everyone claims to have the perfect recipe for. But thanks to a wide range of cheap and cheerful deals as well as exquisite fine dining options, there's a steakhouse to suit all budgets. Here, we bring you the best in your state, so tuck in... Alabama: Big Mike's Steakhouse, Thomasville The vision of three friends, who you'll still find working at the original Thomasville location, Big Mike's Steakhouse is the top choice for steak in Alabama. Keeping the tradition of classic steakhouses alive, big, meaty cuts like rib-eye and strip are served with simple sides, like house salad and baked potato or fries and garlic herb butter   all cooked to the highest standard. Alaska: Sullivan's Steakhouse, Anchorage Sleek and sophisticated, Sullivan's Steakhouse is the real deal. Seasonal cocktails, live music and, most importantly, an extensive list of steaks are all on offer here. A much-loved destination among Anchorage locals, it's perfect for a special occasion. Arizona: Bourbon Steak, Scottsdale If indulgent dining is what you're after, chef Michael Mina's cooking is the order of the day. Bourbon Steak is not like any other steakhouse   the prices are sky high yet well worth it. The 16-ounce American Kobe rib-eye is simply superb, the service is slick and the wine list eclectic with lots of great choices to complement your steak. The innovative desserts shouldn't be skipped either and the bar menu includes a fantastic pimento cheeseburger and Korean chicken. Arkansas: Ruth's Chris Steak House, Rogers Founded in the 1960s, this chain has expanded to over 100 steakhouses across the US, Canada and Mexico. Serving only the highest quality USDA Prime meat, the steaks here never disappoint. From epic tomahawk rib-eyes to glistening fillets, Ruth's Chris Steak House has a specific broiling and seasoning technique to achieve the best results and all steaks are served sizzling on a 500°F (260°C) plate   just the way founder Ruth Fertel liked it. California: Cut, Beverly Hills Legendary celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck is behind this swish minimalist establishment which is known for food of the highest quality. Consistently ranked among the best steak restaurants in America, CUT's Michelin-starred kitchen cooks up some incredible dishes. The Wagyu carpaccio, the bone marrow flan and, of course, the steaks themselves are unlike anywhere else in the country. Colorado: Guard and Grace, Denver Chef Troy Guard's version of what a modern steakhouse should be, Guard and Grace focuses on wood-fired dishes. Start with a few tapas-sized starters, like the oak-fired carrots and Wagyu bone marrow, then move on to the stars of the show   various cuts of USDA Prime, Angus and grass-fed beef as well oak-fired prime rib. Connecticut: David Burke Prime, Mashantucket This award-winning steakhouse at Foxwoods Resort Casino is nothing short of brilliant. Offering both innovative dishes and contemporary twists on classics, David Burke Prime serves nine different cuts aged between 24 and 76 days using its patented aging process, which includes a room lined with Himalayan salt. It's fair to say these guys are pretty serious about their steak. Delaware: Walter's Steakhouse, Wilmington A top stop on Delaware's Culinary Trail, Walter's is an unmissable experience. A favorite among locals thanks to its massive cuts of prime rib and old-school steakhouse atmosphere, the servers are friendly and attentive which only adds to the charm. There's a free seafood bar on Thursdays and Sundays, prime-rib night on Fridays and half-price appetizers on Mondays. District of Columbia: Medium Rare, Washington Though not a classic American steakhouse, Medium Rare serves up absolutely brilliant French-inspired dishes. For dinner there's just one thing on the menu   culotte steak, frites and secret sauce with a mixed green salad and rustic bread. Be warned   a second helping of frites is absolutely free. If you're stopping by for brunch, it's a choice between classic steak and eggs or steak frites with bottomless bellinis. Florida: Bern's Steak House, Tampa Eternally popular, arguably legendary and definitely old-school, Bern's is mentioned in many a best steakhouse write-up, an accolade that's hard-earned and fully deserved. In a state known for its bling eateries, this family-run restaurant remains staunchly classic with a plentiful wine list and hearty portions of dry-aged steak. Georgia: Kevin Rathbun Steak, Atlanta With plenty of steakhouses in Atlanta and all of Georgia that could claim the title of being the best in the state, Kevin Rathbun Steak takes the top spot thanks to its controversial chef-owner Kevin Rathbun. The James Beard Award-winning chef insists on serving his meat extra rare. Menu highlights include baked escargot with crispy shallots and lobster fritters, while the extensive USDA Prime meat and fresh fish and seafood selection is overwhelmingly great   we'll have one of each, please. Hawaii: Hy's Steak House, Honolulu You'd be mistaken to think that Hawaii is all about seafood. Hy's is a classic steakhouse, where waiters wear tuxedos and make Caesar salad and bananas foster at your table. Here, steaks are cooked over Hawaiian kiawe wood, which gives them a unique flavor you won't find anywhere on the mainland. Idaho: Chandlers, Boise With high-grade beef sourced from the Snake River Farms in Boise, superb sides featuring local potatoes and a dedicated martini bar, what's not to love about Chandlers ? Whether you come here to celebrate a special occasion or just to enjoy a night out, you won't leave disappointed. Illinois: Bavette's Bar & Boeuf, Chicago Bavette's Bar & Boeuf has the air of a hip speakeasy and serves steaks locals rave about. A Michelin Guide restaurant, it does brilliant steaks   think perfectly cooked steak frites with a buttery béarnaise   however, some of the more creative dishes on the menu, like fresh baked crab cake and creamy short rib stroganoff, deserve a mention too. Indiana: St Elmo Steak House, Indianapolis Famous throughout the Midwest, frequented by celebrities and racing car drivers, St Elmo Steak House is a welcoming old-school establishment that serves wet-aged steaks, a mean prawn cocktail and a heady signature cocktail sauce   you can buy the bottled version as a souvenir. Opened in 1902, it's Indianapolis' oldest steakhouse in its original location, still serving the highest quality beef. Iowa: Archie's Waeside, Le Mars One of America's best steakhouses is also one of the most low-key, family-run establishments you'll find on this list. Archie's has been dry-aging and hand-cutting its steaks for over 65 years and has a wine selection that won the James Beard American Classic Award in 2015. The menu here is compact, featuring everything you want to find on your plate alongside steak, including onion rings, hash browns and fries. Kansas: Little Apple Brewing Company, Manhattan Founded by a group of cattle ranchers who needed a place to entertain their clients, Little Apple Brewing Company serves only certified Angus beef alongside beers made in the adjoining brewery. While the steaks are definitely the main attraction here, don't miss the specials menu where chefs get really creative with seasonal produce. Kentucky: Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse, Louisville It's hard to argue with a menu that offers four different bone-in steaks, herb-roasted lobster tail and barrel-cut filet mignon. The swanky crystal chandeliers and hardwood booths only add to the overall atmosphere of Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse as a fine-dining establishment serving top quality food. For something you've never tried before, order the chili-rubbed rib-eye served with cipollini onions and shishito peppers. Louisiana: Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse, New Orleans Located in the heart of the French Quarter, Dickie's has been open for almost 60 years and remains a New Orleans hot spot. The steakhouse adds a unique New Orleans touch to its USDA Prime steaks by serving them with fried oysters or topping with jumbo shrimp. Maine: Timber Steakhouse & Rotisserie, Portland Right at the heart of Portland's booming culinary scene, Timber Steakhouse is a modern affair with big red booths and chic glass tables. The bourbon-marinated steak tips have become somewhat legendary, however, the filet mignon surf'n'turf is unbeatable thanks to the butter-poached Maine lobster and the tender steak. Maryland: The Prime Rib Maryland Live, Baltimore Although better known for crab cakes and Old Bay, there are still many great steakhouses in Maryland, most prominently The Prime Rib . This old-school spot in Baltimore sports a leopard-print carpet and a live pianist that will take you straight back to the 1960s. The menu is, of course, steak-focused, however, you can still get some of the best crab cakes here. Massachusetts: Grill 23 & Bar, Boston One of Boston's most famous steakhouses, Grill 23 & Bar's high ceilings, marble columns and white-jacket waiters all contribute to the restaurant's swanky atmosphere. The wine list has won national awards as has the exceptional menu of steaks on offer   think authentic Japanese Wagyu, top-notch raw bar and classic sides with a twist. Michigan: Roast, Detroit Celebrity TV chef Michael Symon has created a destination restaurant that is at the heart of Downtown Detroit. Decorated in dark, sultry tones this is a restaurant that embraces, if not adores, meat. The filet mignon is complemented by a crab béarnaise while the dry-aged rib-eye is topped with a charred onion relish. There's also an excellent selection of both national and international beers and brilliant cocktails. Minnesota: Murray's, Minneapolis Since it opened in 1946, Murray's has remained a charming family-owned restaurant that's still a destination restaurant for locals and travelers alike, who come here to enjoy a sirloin known as The Silver Butter Knife Steak for Two. It's supposed to be so tender it can be cut with a butter knife and waiters prove it by slicing it tableside. Mississippi: Doe's Eat Place, Greenville An unassuming white wood house in Greenville, Doe's Eat Place has been around since 1941, when Dominick 'Doe' Signa opened it to serve his wife's hot tamales. In the back, Doe grilled steaks until the place became so popular, he turned it into a steakhouse. There are now several other locations throughout the South, however, the real Greenville experience is unbeatable. And although the steaks are obviously the star attraction, you should still try the incredible tamales. Missouri: Citizen Kane's, Kirkwood No fuss, just steak   that should be the slogan of Citizen Kane's . Here, you get exactly what you've come for, mainly the amazing selection of steaks on offer. Housed in an old Victorian home in the outskirts of St Louis, it's all you'd expect from a steakhouse. Montana: Lolo Creek Steakhouse, Lolo Eight miles south of Missoula in a rustic log cabin you'll find Lolo Creek Steakhouse   a fuss-free Western steakhouse where the meat is cooked over an open-pit barbecue and served with classic sides like baked potato and garlic bread. Often named among the best steakhouses in the state, it was also featured on Food Network and is a much-loved destination for both locals and tourists. Nebraska: Mahogany Prime Steakhouse, Omaha Every detail at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse in Omaha is refined beyond your wildest expectation. Outstanding service complements sizzling steaks flooding out of the kitchen. The menu is raved about by all who dine here, from the bone-in rib-eye to the crab dishes. You mustn't leave without tasting the crème brûlée cheesecake too. Nevada: Golden Steer Steakhouse, Las Vegas Yes, there are restaurants by almost every celebrity chef in Las Vegas, from Gordon Ramsay to Wolfgang Puck, however, nothing beats an old-school Las Vegas classic like Golden Steer . This off-Strip restaurant was frequented by the likes of Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra back in the day and hasn't changed much since then. Expect big, juicy steaks, tableside Caesar salad and bananas foster as well as another Las Vegas legend   the prawn cocktail. New Hampshire: Hanover Street Chophouse, Manchester Recognized by Wine Spectator for five years running for its wine list, the steaks here are also award-winning. A part of Manchester's buzzing nightlife scene, Hanover Street Chophouse offers the perfect night out on the town with amazing speciality drinks, impeccable service and, of course, top quality steaks. There's also an extensive raw bar for more special occasions and the Sunday three-course dinner is sublime. New Jersey: Old Homestead Steak House, Atlantic City In a city with a steakhouse round every corner, the Old Homestead is given a firm nod and rightly so   the original New York location has been around since the 1860s, when the Meatpacking District was exactly that and its New Jersey cousin has quickly climbed the ranks to match it. The Gotham rib-eye is the top choice here, as is the prime rib on the bone. New Mexico: Black Angus Steakhouse, Albuquerque If you're hungry for steak in Albuquerque, this is where you should get your meat fix. Serving hand-cut and at least 21-days-matured steaks, Black Angus Steakhouse pays homage to its cattle rancher roots and only serves certified Angus beef or USDA Choice steaks and burgers. In addition, there are plenty of great sides, salads and seafood to choose from as well as hand-crafted cocktails. New York: Peter Luger Steak House, New York City Another oldie (it opened in the 1880s), this Michelin-starred Williamsburg chophouse is always busy. In an unfussy interior Peter Luger serves some of the best dry-aged steaks in New York. And when you think you couldn't possibly have the apple strudel after the USDA Prime steak, you know you'll find room for it. North Carolina: Carl and 'Chelle's Grill Room, Goldsboro Casual and relaxed, Carl and 'Chelle's Grill Room in Goldsboro offers mouthwatering menus for both lunch and dinner with decadent meats and perfectly marbled certified Angus beef steaks on offer. The intimate restaurant provides a very friendly and personal service, making it well-suited to date nights or special occasions. North Dakota: The Ranch Steakhouse, Devils Lake With a real supper club atmosphere, this barn restaurant in the middle of North Dakota is well worth seeking out. Opened in 1946, The Ranch has been a favorite with the locals for decades, serving excellent steaks for even better value. A smokehouse sampler board of house-smoked chicken, ribs and beef brisket and choice of sides will set you back only $21, while the steak selection includes USDA Choice New York strip, black Angus rib-eye and filet mignon. Ohio: Red, the Steakhouse, Cleveland The tasteful decor and quality produce of Peter Vauthy's Cleveland restaurant proved so popular he opened another one in South Beach, Miami which is equally loved. The surf'n'turf here is said to be America's best, there's a big menu of certified Angus beef and you shouldn't leave without a taste of Peter's heart-stopping red lead sauce (an Italian Sunday gravy from the TV show The Sopranos ). Oklahoma: Cattlemen's Steakhouse, Oklahoma City Not to be confused with Cattleman's Steakhouse in Fabens, Texas (which is, incidentally, also excellent), this Oklahoma old-timer (it's more than 100 years old) was allegedly won in a game of dice. Locals, cowboys and visitors adore its no-nonsense approach to cooking local country-style steak and the prices are equally down to earth. Oregon: Ox Restaurant, Portland Inspired by the best asado (Argentinian barbecue) traditions, this low-key steakhouse does big things with its food   think infusing the steak drippings with celery, onion and lemon before throwing them back on the steak. There's always a line snaking out the door as diners can't wait to get their hands on the creative empanadas (like clam chowder and smoked bone marrow) as well as the incredible steaks served with bread and chimichurri. Pennsylvania: Barclay Prime, Philadelphia Stephen Starr's attractive chophouse is cool, chic and a big name both in Philly and beyond, where diners are regaled with a noteworthy meat (and steak knife) selection. Ranging from a delectable filet mignon to a massive tomahawk rib-eye for two, it's a meat-lover's paradise. Rhode Island: 10 Prime Steak & Sushi, Providence Often picking up accolades as Rhode Island's top choice for both steak and sushi, 10 Prime Steak & Sushi is located in the heart of historic Providence. There is an oyster bar and an excellent selection of nigiri, sashimi and sushi rolls. The steak menu features strong favorites, like Angus beef porterhouse, rib-eye and sirloin as well as a pretty impressive bone-in tomahawk rib-eye. South Carolina: Halls Chophouse, Charleston Known for delicious grass-fed prime beef and Japanese Wagyu, this Charleston institution is a purveyor of good old-fashioned hospitality and is as celebrated for its Sunday Gospel Brunch as it is for its steaks. Enjoy a side of live gospel choir as you chow down on shrimp and grits or tuck into a 34-ounce tomahawk rib-eye. South Dakota: Morrie's Steakhouse, Sioux Falls An expensive fine dining venue, Morrie's Steakhouse has everything you'd expect from a big city joint. The menu is equally impressive, full of Midwestern beef and intriguing sides. We suggest the bone-in tenderloin or the pork chops served with pork belly fried rice. Tennessee: Kayne Prime, Nashville A dining experience to remember, Kayne Prime serves food that makes people happy. The menu is filled with all sorts of interesting things   we're talking popcorn buttered lobster and cotton candy bacon   and, although top-notch dining here won't come cheap, you really won't mind splashing out when the steaks are that good. Texas: Killen's Steakhouse, Pearland Described as a roadhouse from the outside, this shouldn't put anyone off. Inside Killen's is an elegant place to relish perfectly seared steaks and an incredible dry-aged beef. From USDA Prime beef to Japanese Wagyu, there's pretty much any meat on the menu your heart might desire as well as a selection of top sides and excellent starters. Utah: Maddox Ranch House, Brigham City There's a lot of beauty in Maddox Ranch House's simplicity. A friendly, top family dining destination, the food is just really nicely done, no bells and whistles. A solid selection of steaks come with veg, potatoes, soup and salad or shrimp cocktail all included   something your wallet will certainly appreciate. And don't forget to save room for the homemade pies and cakes. Vermont: Cloudland Farm, North Pomfret An actual farm-to-table restaurant located on a working farm, Cloudland Farm not only raises its own black Angus cattle but also horses, chickens, turkeys, pigs and has especially adorable barn cats. The two- or three-course set menus both feature produce from the farm and they change every week, depending on what's in season and readily available. Virginia: The Palm Tysons Corner, McLean More casual than its cousin in nearby Washington DC, this suburban steakhouse puts its steaks, seafood and prime ribs center stage. The menu features a really good selection of meats as well as super indulgent desserts   the key lime is a solid favorite. Take a moment to admire the restaurant's trademark mural caricatures of celebrities while you wait for your food. Washington: Metropolitan Grill, Seattle Even before Seattle made its mark on the food map, the Met , as locals call it, was an old-school institution frequented by diners with big appetites. Located in the historic Marion Building, Metropolitan Grill's top menu choices include prawn martini and clam chowder as well as a chateaubriand for two, carved tableside. Now read top chefs' secrets for the perfect steak West Virginia: Prime 44 West, White Sulphur Springs Dedicated to the NBA legend and West Virginia native Jerry West, this is a proper old-school steakhouse . So old-school it even has an adjacent cigar room, jackets for men are required and the only accepted shade of denim is dark. Dress code aside, the menu offers a wide selection of cuts as well as the Wests' Favorites menu that includes lobster popcorn, porterhouse steak for two and mac'n'cheese. Find out the best burger and fries joint in every state Wisconsin: Carnevor, Milwaukee This ultra-chic Milwaukee steakhouse with sleek decor and celebrity fanbase (it's frequented by both NFL and NBA players from local teams) definitely knows how to do excellent steak. Menu highlights include Japanese Wagyu filet mignon and a seafood platter for two to share, that includes Florida gulf shrimp, Alaskan king crab legs, mussels and oysters. Check out the best restaurants for celebrity spotting in the USA Wyoming: Rib & Chop House, Cheyenne Everyone knows there's no shortage of cattle farms in Wyoming, so it's no surprise how saturated the state is with excellent steakhouses. Rib & Chop House now has eight other locations in the Rockies and Pennsylvania, however, the original Cheyenne joint is still unbeatable. The fried green tomatoes and crabmeat stuffed mushrooms are an absolute delight, the steaks are incredibly rich in flavor and for dessert, if you have any space left, try the pecan meltaway. Now take a look at the classic American restaurant dishes you can make at home


If you're on the hunt for new digs, you know how hard it can be to find a quality spot for a reasonable price. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Plano look like these days and what might you get for the price? We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Plano via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide , to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find. Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.) 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. 1809 G Ave. Listed at $817/month, this 697-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom , located at 1809 G Ave., is 17.5% less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Plano, which is currently estimated at around $990/month. Building amenities include on-site laundry and an outdoor space, and in the unit, the listing features hardwood floor and a walk-in closet. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options. (See the complete listing here .) 9100 Independence Parkway Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 9100 Independence Parkway, which, at 827 square feet, is going for $844/month. The building offers assigned garage parking and a swimming pool, and in the unit, you're promised laundry hookups, a dishwasher, air conditioning and a balcony. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address isn't very walkable, is relatively bikeable and doesn't offer many public transit options. (See the full listing here .) 623 E. 16th St. Then there's this 708-square-foot with one bedroom and one bathroom at 623 E. 16th St., listed at $841/month. In the unit, the listing promises air conditioning, and a walk-in closet, and the building offers on-site laundry. Pet owners, cats and dogs are allowed on a case-by-case basis. The building offers on-site laundry. Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and has good transit options. (See the listing here .) This story was created automatically using local real estate data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Four people were found shot Friday night in the area of North Main Street and Jefferson Street in Paterson, according to Passaic County Prosecutor's Office. The victims   a 42-year-old female, 25-year-old male and 46-year-old male, all Paterson residents   were transported to Saint Joseph's Regional Medical Center for treatment of non-fatal gunshot wounds. Later that night, members of the Paterson Police Department were notified that a 53-year-old male resident arrived at Saint Joseph's for treatment of a non-fatal gunshot wound from the same incident. The investigation remains active and ongoing. The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact them at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org. In court: Acquitted of attempted murder, but gun charge sends Paterson man to jail Cockfights: Paterson bar that hosted cockfighting loses liquor license Vacant buildings: Why Paterson firefighters are taking inventory of vacant buildings This article originally appeared on North Jersey Record: Four Paterson residents wounded in shooting


Let's take a look at some 2015 rebound candidates, and for each a sense of how close he'll come to matching his previous peak level. We'll call it the "rebound factor." Hitters • In 2014, neck surgery ended Prince Fielder 's season in mid-May. But his first year with the Texas Rangers was a disaster before that point anyway, with three home runs in 150 at-bats. Fielder is 30 and has seen his slugging percentage decline for three consecutive years, so he's a risk independent of the injury. Rebound Factor: 50% . Fielder has been given a clean bill of health, but don't expect a return to his 40-homer glory days. • Injury problems also plagued Joey Votto for most of last year. Because of low batting average on balls in play, the Cincinnati Reds first baseman hit .255 after never hitting below .297. It also impacted his power; he hit six home runs in 220 at-bats. Don't attribute all of the decline to the injuries, though; Votto doesn't hit a lot of fly balls, and his slugging dropped the last two years. Rebound Factor: 75% . Votto looks to be healthy; if so, he'll get his average back to the .300 range. But 30 homers? Unlikely. • From 2011 to 2013, you could count on the Reds' Jay Bruce for a .250-.260 batting average with 30-35 home runs. So why the disastrous 2014, when he hit .217 with 18 homers? Part of it was because of low BABIP, but a more serious contributor was a bum knee that cost him time in May and probably lingered all season. Rebound Factor: 70% . Bruce's fly-ball rate has declined the last three years, so his decline isn't completely because of injury. While he'll post better numbers than he did in 2014, 30 homers will be a reach unless he hits more fly balls. • We all knew the Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis would have trouble topping the 53 home runs he hit in 2013. While he did pop 26   he missed time for a side muscle injury and a suspension for Adderall use   Davis couldn't get his batting average over .200. A low BABIP hurt; that was partly because of trouble hitting against the shift. Rebound Factor: 60% . Davis looks healthy this spring and is talking about taking the ball to left more frequently. Look for an average in the .240 to .250 range, with power closer to his output in 2012 (33 HRs) and '14, rather than in his 2013 career year. • If Troy Tulowitzki could somehow arrange to be injured only when the team is on the road, he'd be a Hall of Fame shoo-in. The Colorado Rockies shortstop has missed 261 days over the last five years, and in 2014 a hip injury shelved him for over two months. But when he plays, Tulowitzki has few equals in terms of production. He has a .323/.397/.565 career slash line (batting average/on-base percentage/slugging percentage) at home and a respectable .274/.349/.469 on the road . Rebound Factor: 50% . A full, healthy season would make Tulowitzki a first-round lock, but his health history makes him a huge risk. Set your baseline at about 400 at-bats (his average over the last five years) and bid accordingly. • When Jason Kipnis burst on the scene, he made an immediate impression. During his first three years, the Cleveland Indians second baseman posted power, speed and a decent average from a scarce position, which drove him into the early rounds of most drafts. But with six home runs in 2014, he was a major bust. And he recently admitted he was dealing with an oblique injury all last year, so we'll give him a mulligan. Rebound Factor: 75% . Kipnis is looking healthy in camp, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him again produce 15 to 20 homers with 25 to 30 stolen bases. Don't expect a repeat of 2013's .284 average, since that was because of high BABIP. • When you think of Rangers power hitters, you don't generally think of Mitch Moreland   especially after last year's injury-marred, two-homer disaster. But pay attention. There's upside here if he plays regularly against righties (.259 career average, compared with .227 vs. lefties). Moreland hits the ball hard but needs to get the ball in the air more to generate big home run numbers. Rebound Factor: 75% . It's all about playing time for Moreland. He won't cost you much on draft day; a late pick or a $1-$2 investment could produce a .250 batting average with 15 to 20 home runs. Pitchers • Yu Darvish was cruising along in the first half, anchoring the Rangers rotation by posting a 2.42 ERA. His struggles in July (4.66 ERA in five starts) were mostly because of an elevated BABIP; he maintained his usual fine control and high strikeout rate despite the bloated ERA. When he lost control in two August starts, something was clearly wrong, and an elbow injury put him on the shelf for the rest of the year. Rebound Factor: 100% . Darvish is already back on his usual throwing program. If he's healthy, there's no reason he can't return to being one of the top starters in the AL. • The Reds' Homer Bailey was slow out of the gate in 2014, posting a 4.39 ERA in his first 17 starts. He was hurt by a high home run-to-fly ball rate; his expected ERA was about a run lower. Low BABIP helped him turn it around in July and August, but an elbow injury knocked him out for the rest of the year. Rebound Factor: 100% . Bailey is a little behind in his usual spring schedule, so watch spring training news to see if he catches up. His poor first half of 2014 could make him a bargain. • After posting a 1.74 ERA in 16 starts in 2013, Clay Buchholz of the Boston Red Sox probably didn't plan on a 5.34 ERA in 2014. A knee injury certainly didn't help, but a bigger problem was an abnormally low percentage of stranded runners. While he struck out fewer batters than he did in 2013, Buchholz's skills were pretty similar over the two years. Rebound Factor: 75% . Buchholz won't return to his 2013 level, but he should still post an ERA between 3.50 and 4.00. • Last season was not typical for Cliff Lee . After he had six seasons in a row with at least 210 innings, an elbow injury shut him down for more than a month. He wasn't the same when he returned in July and was shut down for the rest of the year. Through it all, though, his skills remained strong: high ground-ball rate, very few walks and a high strikeout rate. What killed his performance was high BABIP. Rebound Factor: 75% . Age and the recent injury are concerns, but he remains an intriguing high-risk/high-reward play. BaseballHQ.com is a USA TODAY Sports Digital Property. Follow on Twitter: @BaseballHQ


What's that coming over the hill, is it a transfer rumour? Is it a transfer rumour? The clock is ticking for teams to get their business done, and it is about this time in the window that clubs start to get a little desperate. Fortunately, that makes for some fascinating stories. Here are nine stories for you too keep an eye out for before the transfer window slams shut. Saido Berahino to Feature for Nimes With Stoke Departure Yet to Be Finalised In recent years, has there been a fall from grace quite like Saido Berahino's? It feels like only yesterday that Berahino was England's finest forward, but that couldn't be further from the truth these days. He was training with Belgian side Zulte Waregam, but Stoke City are yet to release him from his contract, so he is unable to play competitive games elsewhere. Now, the Daily Mail state that Berahino will feature in a friendly for Ligue 1 side Nimes as he looks to maintain his fitness. There has been no word from Stoke as to what his next move will be, although it is clear they don't want him anymore. For everyone's sake, just cut him loose. Crystal Palace to Reignite Interest in Michail Antonio Can someone tell Crystal Palace that they're probably about to come into a lot of money? If and when Wilfried Zaha leaves, the Eagles are going to need to find a top replacement, but they have seemingly settled on Michail Antonio instead. The Mirror state that Palace believe West Ham United would be prepared to part ways with Antonio, after their expensive signings of Sebastien Haller and Pablo Fornals. Palace wanted him last summer, and now they want him again. As it stands, Jordan Ayew is Palace's only attacking reinforcement, which speaks volumes of the problems at Selhurst Park. AC Milan Agree €11m Deal to Sign Flamengo Defender Leo Duarte AC Milan have a rich history of signing young, Brazilian talent, and it looks like they're closing in on another. Radio Rossonera journalist Pietro Balzano Prota took to Twitter to reveal that Milan have reached an agreement to sign Flamengo centre-back Leo Duarte for €11m, with a five-year contract thought to be on the table for the Brazilian. Lucas Paqueta impressed after making him move from Flamengo in January, and fans will be hoping Duarte can do the same. Sir Alex Ferguson Encouraging Man Utd to Sign John McGinn Right, this is not the time for jokes. Manchester United have been linked with a ridiculous £50m move for Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn before, and the story is back with a vengeance. According to The Sun , club icon Sir Alex Ferguson is pushing to see the Red Devils sign McGinn. It's not just because he's Scottish or because he is good friends with McGinn's grandad, but because he thinks he could provide the 'energy and goal threat' which United have been lacking in recent times.  I thought Ferguson only wanted the best for United? A £50m move for McGinn is the stuff of nightmares, but the rumour just won't go away. Joe Hart on Porto's Shortlist to Replace Iker Casillas Have we fallen into a time machine? That seems to be the only logical explanation as to why Joe Hart would be wanted by Porto. That's the line the Daily Star (via The Sun ) are running with. Hart wants out of Burnley after falling behind both Tom Heaton and Nick Pope in the pecking order, and Porto are ready to offer him an escape route as they look for a replacement for Iker Casillas, who is recovering from a heart attack. Hart has struggled to impress in recent years, so Porto scouts must have been watching old videos of his time with Manchester City . Has the world gone mad? PSG Targeting Newcastle Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka For all of Paris Saint-Germain's money, they are yet to get their goalkeeper right. There are doubts over Alphonso Areola's future, whilst Kevin Trapp could also leave after impressing in Germany. With Gianluigi Buffon back with Juventus , PSG need someone new. Enter... Martin Dubravka? That's what RMC Sport believe. All they say is that PSG are 'targeting' the Newcastle United man, having been impressed with his improvement in recent years. Here's a fun suggestion. Given PSG have all the money in the world, why don't they just try signing someone good? That would solve plenty of problems.  West Ham Enquire About Loan Deal for Lyon Winger Bertrand Traore West Ham have been busy this summer, bringing in the likes of Haller and Fornals, and it doesn't look like they want to slow down just yet. The next player in their sights, according to teamTALK , is Lyon winger Bertrand Traore. However, they don't have much money anymore, so they have asked to take the former Chelsea youngster on loan, with a view to a permanent deal. Unfortunately, Lyon are not interested at all. They are holding out for potential bids from Arsenal or Tottenham Hotspur , so this one might just be a step too far for the Hammers. Radja Nainggolan Accepts Inter Exit as He Looks to Join Champions League Side The only thing certain about Radja Nainggolan's future is that Antonio Conte does not want him. The new Inter boss has made his thoughts perfectly clear, and it looks as though Nainggolan has accepted it. As of yet, his next move is unknown. Fabrizio Romano (via Football Italia ) claims that Nainggolan is desperate to seal a return to Cagliari, but he may be unable to reject the advances of any interested side in the Champions League . Money will probably decide his next move, with Cagliari unlikely to meet Inter's high asking price. Teams are going to need that sweet, sweet Champions League money to afford him. Daniele Rugani Allowed to Leave Juventus as Arsenal Push for Loan Deal Fair play to Arsenal. They have no money, yet they're pushing to sign pretty much every player on the planet. Next up is Juventus defender Daniele Rugani. Corriere dello Sport (via Goal ) claim that Juventus have told Rugani he is free to leave the club following the arrival of Matthijs de Ligt, and Arsenal are looking to take advantage with an offer for a two-year loan deal. Roma are also believed to keen on the Italian, so this might not be too straightforward for Arsenal, even if they can sign whoever they want these days.


Russia is warming more than twice as fast as the average for the rest of the world, the environment ministry said Friday, sounding an alarm on the rise in floods and wildfires nationwide. A government report on environmental protection said temperatures in Russia had warmed by 0.42 degrees Celsius per decade since 1976, or 2.5 times quicker than the global warming trend of 0.17 degrees. "Climate change leads to growth of dangerous meteorological phenomena," the ministry said in a comment to the report published Friday. There were 569 such phenomena in Russia in 2014, "the most since monitoring began," the ministry said, specifically mentioning last year's ravaging floods and this year's "water deficit" east of Lake Baikal, which led to a "catastrophic rise in fires." Fires around Lake Baikal, including the nearby Irkutsk and Buryatia regions, tore through hundreds of square miles in the pristine area, with locals and campers forced to dig ditches as state media at one point offered the theory that fires were fuelled by "self-igniting air" caused by ozone anomalies. Climate change has contributed to unprecedented loss of water in the Baikal itself, dropping to minimal water levels allowed by the government several times this year, including this week. "The level of Baikal has dropped to 456.1 metres (above sea level)," despite minimal water use by hydropower stations downstream on the Angara river, environment ministry spokesman Nikolai Gudkov told RIA-Novosti agency Friday. - 'Earthquakes, landslides, flash floods' - President Vladimir Putin rarely voices concerns about climate change, having famously said in the past that a little warming would not hurt the country and seeing it as a boon for Arctic development. Experts however have cautioned that warming could hurt energy infrastructure on permafrost in Siberia and increase other risks. The report states that while Russia is warming on the whole, some areas in the Far East and southern Siberia are experiencing harsh winters. Out-of-control fires and deadly floods have hit Russia nearly every year this decade, and the emergency situations ministry in October conceded it has to come up with a new strategy. "There are new threats in face of climate change," emergencies minister Vladimir Puchkov said at a conference in October, adding they require "new measures to protect infrastructure." "Permafrost is receding, there are earthquakes where there weren't before, there are landslides, flash floods, blow-outs of gas condensate and so on," he said. World nations earlier this month reached a climate accord in Paris which sets the goal of limiting global warming to "well below" two degrees Celsius over pre-industrial levels, though experts warn that emissions-curbing pledges may be too little too late. While the total emission of greenhouse gases in Russia has not grown over the past five years, car emissions are increasing. Half of Russia's auto transport still consists of inefficient vehicles with polluting engines over a decade old, the report said. Weather in Moscow and surrounding regions has been abnormally warm in recent days, with historic temperature records broken every day of the past week, the latest on Thursday with 8.5 degrees Celsius (47 degrees Fahrenheit) in Moscow. The warmth led city hall to close the capital's ice rinks, while bees left their beehives and snowdrops suddenly bloomed in Moscow's parks.


NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)   Mayor Bill de Blasio has ordered the NYPD to crack down on dangerous drivers after another bicyclist was killed in a collision Monday. We're only halfway through 2019 and, so far, twice as many cyclists have died in accidents than all of last year, CBS2's Ali Bauman reports. The mayor released the following statement Monday evening: "We are seeing a dangerous surge in cyclist deaths on our streets, and we are taking action. I have directed the NYPD to immediately launch a major enforcement action that will encompass every precinct and crack down on dangerous driving behavior like parking in bike lanes. At the same time, I have charged the Department of Transportation with developing a new cyclist safety plan to make biking in our city safer. No loss of life on our streets is acceptable. Last year was the safest year on record and we have to keep pushing the envelope and increasing our efforts until we achieve Vision Zero." The most recent incident happened Monday afternoon when 28-year-old Devra Freelander was struck and killed by a cement truck in Brooklyn. Investigators say the truck had the green light at the intersection of Boerum Street and Bushwick Avenue in Williamsburg when it collided with Freelander. "He said it wasn't his fault because the girl was crossing from the sidewalk and he has the green light for him to pass, and the girl went into the truck, slid in the middle and she got hit by the rear tires," witness Jammam Yafai said. The truck driver stayed at the scene. No charges have been filed. Hours later, cycling advocates rallied in Brownsville, where 57-year-old cyclist Ernest Askew was hit and killed by a car last week. "He was a beautiful person," the victim's aunt said. "I would like to say to our mayor, as he does what he's doing around the country, that he needs to pay attention right now because we're having an epidemic that cannot be explained," cycling advocate Courtney Williams said. "This is just egregious inaction from my city officials. People are dying," one man said. The NYPD says 14 cyclists have died in accidents across the city so far in 2019, compared to seven deaths overall in 2018. Just last week, 20-year-old Robyn Hightman was killed after colliding with a truck in Chelsea while riding her bike. That driver was issued summonses but was not arrested. "We need to look at the redesigns of streets," Eric Adams, Brooklyn borough president, said. "We need to make sure that we're encouraging drivers to think about, when they're making turns, think about bicyclists," councilwoman Alicka Ampry-Samuels said. But some drivers argue cyclists can be just as reckless. "You make a left, a right, sometimes the bike comes so fast," Juan Alvarado said. "Some people is riding like the bike is like a car." "The bikers are in the twilight zone. You ever watch a biker drive by? He doesn't see you. He's listening to his music," Tony Schatzie said. "The bikers, they're just as bad as the people who drive the cars." The city transportation department tells CBS2 it will be redoubling Vision Zero efforts and plans to add more bike lanes around the city. "Vision Zero cannot be a bumper sticker. It has to be a reality," Adams said. The city says it will release details for the new cyclist safety plan later this month.