We've picked the best places   from sprawling countryside parks to urban nooks   where you can witness stunning seasonal displays. Brilliant blooms around the globe There's no denying that spending time surrounded by nature has a soothing effect on both mind and body. And with spring blooming in the northern hemisphere, now is the perfect time to head outdoors and take in some of the world's most inspirational gardens. Here we've picked the best places   from sprawling countryside parks to urban nooks   where you can witness stunning seasonal displays. Keukenhof Gardens, Lisse, the Netherlands One of the largest flower gardens in the world, what makes Keukenhof's attractions unique   aside from the eye-popping color and breadth of the flower displays   is that it's only open 60 days of the year, from 21 March to 19 May. Every year, the spring display has a theme (this year it's flower power) and the grounds have 10 miles of hiking trails. If you're staying in the nearby town of Lisse, a cycle through the flower fields to the gardens and on to the 17th-century Keukenhof Castle is the perfect way to spend a day. Keukenhof Gardens, Lisse, the Netherlands There is no tulip display in spring quite like it, having begun as a humble flower show in 1949 to present Dutch tulip hybrids to exporters. In fall it takes three months to plant the seven million bulbs, with a staggering 800 different varieties of tulip. For the duration of the 10 days before it closes, it's also home to the world's largest display of lilies. Find out more about the tulip trail here . Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, USA Previously voted the best botanical garden in America, Longwood is over 1,000 acres and mixes architecture with gardening, and a dedication to educating people about the local area. A 30-mile drive from Philadelphia, it also houses a brilliant restaurant called 1906, named after the year the gardens were purchased, featuring local and sustainable food. Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, USA Until the end of March, Longwood has one of the country's most incredible orchid displays. In April, however, crocuses and trilliums carpet the forest in a riot of color. There's also a picnic area with grills set up, if you'd like to make a home-cooked feast once you've walked through the grounds. Kew Gardens, London, UK Located in southwest London, Kew has one of the most diverse gardens in the world with over 30,000 varieties of plants and plenty of spots to enjoy a picnic lunch. It's also known for its perfectly preserved and quaint Victorian buildings such as the Temperate House (pictured), the world's largest Victorian glass structure. Kew Gardens, London, UK Spring is one of the most beautiful times to visit Kew, and if you enter through the Victoria gate (there are several other entrances), you will instantly be met with a sea of crocuses. Tulips and daffodils make for extremely pretty backdrops for pictures around the main fountain, as well as the avenues of cherry blossom. In April, the 250 types of magnolia trees which blossom into fat pink petals are the biggest draw. Aside from flowers, Kew also hosts live events and classes to teach visitors more about plant life throughout the year. Discover other things to see and do in the UK capital with our guide here . The Gardens, Palace of Versailles, Paris, France Under an hour by train from Paris , the palace King Louis XIV built in the late 17th century is known for its Hall of Mirrors and rooms dripping with gold. But it's also home to one of the most opulent gardens in the world. Aside from the sweeping avenues, fountains the size of a lake and rolling greenery, there are must-see nooks like the little hamlet where Marie Antoinette visited when she wanted a break from the court. The Gardens, Palace of Versailles, Paris, France While there are other gardens around the world that have more colorful displays, Versailles is all about grandeur. There aren't the riotous flowerbeds of Amsterdam, sure, but in spring on Sunday afternoons, they hold the Grandes Eaux, or musical fountains. It's almost exactly as it was in the time of Louis XIV, where the gushing water is met with classical music to put on quite a performance. Bodnant Garden, near Colwyn Bay, Wales, UK The location is unbeatable: 20 minutes away from the Wales Coast Path, on the way to Bodnant you're likely to pass the beaches of Colwyn Bay and Llandudno. Set above the river Conwy overlooking Snowdonia, the gardens have something special to see in every season. There is snowdrop planting in early spring, and while the Laburnum arch, a 180-foot tunnel that blossoms into golden yellow flowers is at its best in late spring/early summer, it's still pretty to walk through year-round. Bodnant Garden, near Colwyn Bay, Wales, UK The magnolias are the biggest draw during spring, with more than 500 of them in the grounds. Head to the shrub borders and the dell for the best sightings. Aside from the magnolias, there are five different terraces to explore for spring flowers, and it's home to 200-year-old native trees and the country's tallest giant redwood. Find 11 more reasons to love Wales here . Koishikawa-Kōrakuen Gardens, Tokyo, Japan Worth a visit anytime of year, this traditional Japanese garden is one of the oldest in Tokyo and was completed during the Edo period (1603 1867). There are elements of Chinese and Japanese landscape design, and it's an easy-to-reach oasis in the middle of the noise and modernity of the city. With the Tokyo Dome   a massive stadium   looming in the background, it's almost like having a foot in two different worlds. Koishikawa-Kōrakuen Gardens, Tokyo, Japan Most people visit during two periods: spring, to watch the 60-year-old cherry trees come to life with fluffy pink petals, and fall, to watch the maples turn a burnt orange hue. In spring, there are also azaleas, wisterias, lotus and iris. The garden was originally designed for samurai lords to stroll about and forget their stresses, so it translates perfectly that this is a mini oasis in the modern world. Planning a visit? See our full guide on where to eat and stay in Tokyo . Las Pozas, Xilitla, Mexico Also known as the "Edward James Gardens", these gardens are hauntingly beautiful and almost dream-like. Located in Xilitla, it's off the beaten track, and one for visitors who'd like to see the lesser known parts of Mexico. Edward James was a British writer living here during the 1940s and built these gardens from a coffee plantation. A supporter of surrealist art, he made the sculptures as well as tending to the orchids   some of which are very rare   and the local jungle. Las Pozas, Xilitla, Mexico Reflecting its name   Las Pozas means "the pools"   there are nine naturally-forming water pools across the property and 30 sculptures. The orchids are a draw, but the real joy comes from just wandering through and admiring the eccentric layout of the gardens. Tampico is the nearest airport to fly into, and James' old residence, Posada El Castillo, has been converted into a guesthouse for overnight stays. Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, New York, USA Set in Prospect Park, the 52-acre garden allows visitors a chance to see a natural side to the Big Apple beyond Central Park. Hailed as a great "date place", there are tours of local pond life and nature walks, plus the gardens organize "cherry watch", a map of when the blossom starts to bloom in spring. At the heart of the community in Brooklyn, an extensive education program is designed to teach residents how to look after trees in the neighborhood and rewards the greenest areas. Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, New York, USA Aside from the cherry blossom in spring, there's a different tulip display every year, and the garden also has early azaleas, primroses and violets. Be sure to head to Daffodil Hill, which has 10 different areas showcasing the flowers. Magnolia Plaza is the place to be in late March when the blooms muscle for attention with big, creamy blossom. Arundel Castle, UK Set in West Sussex, this 11th-century castle has undergone various transformations but still retains some of its medieval features. In and around the romantic architectural features are bursts of color and carefully tended gardens. Inside, there's some impressive artwork too from the likes of Canaletto and Van Dyck. Arundel Castle, England, UK One of the UK's largest tulip displays is in the grounds of Arundel Castle, with 60,000 bulbs, showcasing unusual varieties including one that smells like oranges and another that has white fringing. A special section to look out for is the "stumpery", which features ancient upturned tree roots, where gardeners have chosen to place some of the most delicate and tiny tulips. The festival runs from mid-April to early-May, shortly followed by a display of alliums. Discover more about Sussex, Meghan and Harry's royal county, with our feature here . Butchart Gardens, British Colombia, Canada There's never a bad time of year to visit this beautiful collection of five themed gardens, which started as a passion project for Robert and Jennie Butchart in 1904. The Japanese Garden, pictured here in spring, is an acre in size and home to 500 rhododendrons and azaleas, 74 Japanese maple trees and gentle streams. Butchart Gardens, British Colombia, Canada Aside from the huge swathes of color and blossom, great attention has been paid to the timing of the blossoms, from daffodils to snowdrops, and tulips to crocuses. Handily, they have a guide with itinerary suggestions from a two-hour stroll to a four-hour comprehensive tour. Here are 49 other reasons to fall in love with Canada . Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, Oregon, USA A traditional Japanese garden may be the last thing you'd expect to see in Washington Park, but this green space is considered one of the most authentic outside of Japan. It was originally designed by Takuma Tono in 1967 and has recently been given an extension by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma who has added a new urban garden with pagoda-style roofs. Portland Japanese Garden, Portland, Oregon, USA There are eight garden spaces to explore, including the contemporary Natural Garden and the Strolling Pond Garden, featuring two ponds connected by a stream. You're free to wander by yourself or you can join one of the daily guided tours at 12pm. Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, Arizona, USA While a desert garden sounds like an impossibility, there is something rather magical about greenery that survives harsh landscapes. The Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix is set in Papago Park and was founded in 1939 by a group of local citizens who wanted to protect and conserve the desert wildlife. Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, Arizona, USA Here, it's all about that rare glimpse of desert wildflowers such as Mexican poppies and desert lupine. March and April are the best times to pay a visit, and they also run garden and bird-spotting tours. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, South Carolina, USA The original structure on this 300-year-old plantation was burned down during the Civil War, but it was rebuilt in the late 1800s. Today you'll find magnificent green spaces, with the gardens comprised of both organized, manicured beds and wilder swamp land. Be sure to join the moving tour of the restored slave cabins, which tells the important story of the role enslaved people played in the plantation's history too. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, South Carolina, USA The camellia displays in the garden are something to behold until mid-March, when they then hand over to the hundreds of thousands of azaleas. Apart from the gardens, there's also a marsh boat tour and a pretty area called Cypress Lake, surrounded by cypress trees over 100 years old. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Texas, USA With the Dallas skyline stretching into the distance, you can temporarily turn your back on the city to get lost in one of the top arboretums in the world. They're passionate about food too, and aside from the kitchen which is all about growing and eating sustainable, locally-grown food, the garden also offers three free daily tastings made with seasonal produce and cooking demonstrations. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Texas, USA With over 500,000 tulips and over 100 different varieties of spring flowers, the Dallas Blooms festival provides the perfect floral backdrop to the wine tastings, picnics and live events that take place there. Plus, it's perfect for youngsters thanks to the dedicated Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden with a wetlands area and a canopy tree walk. Discover more of America's natural attractions Attadale Gardens, Wester Ross, Scotland, UK The gardens were designed for people to enjoy the views across Loch Carron, and the drive to get here   along the North Coast 500 route   is also stunning. Warm winds from the Gulf Stream also mean that more fragile plants than you might expect survive the Scottish weather in this remote part of the northwestern Highlands. Discover nine other places to visit in the Scottish Highlands and Islands Attadale Gardens, Wester Ross, Scotland, UK While the snowdrops are worth a visit in winter, in April it's all about the rhododendrons. You'll find over 100 different species here, along with a water garden with wooden bridges, a waterfall and Japanese gardens. There's also a café which gets many of its supplies from the kitchen gardens too.


NEW YORK (1010 WINS) - Police say a man thanked a woman for giving him directions by slashing her across the face. The suspect came up to the 28-year-old victim on Lafayette Avenue in the Throggs Neck section of the Bronx Thursday afternoon, according to the NYPD. He asked her for directions and she obliged, pointing him to the place he wanted to go. That's when police say he suddenly pulled out a cutting device and slashed her on the left side of her face. The woman was taken to an area hospital, where she had to have multiple stitches. Police said they're looking for a man in his 30s. They released surveillance video of him Saturday. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS. Like 1010 WINS on Facebook and follow @1010WINS on Twitter to get breaking news, traffic, and weather for New York City.


MILWAUKEE -- Prosecutors said a Milwaukee man was caught on camera throwing a car seat with a 10-month-old baby inside at a gas station near Farwell and Maryland during a fight with a woman on June 14. Ronald Ziedman, 33, faces the following charges: Abduction, takes child by force, habitual criminality repeater Second degree recklessly endangering safety, habitual criminality repeater False imprisonment, habitual criminality repeater Substantial battery, substantial bodily harm with intent to cause bodily harm, habitual criminality repeater Misdemeanor bail jumping, habitual criminality repeater Operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, second offense, with a minor child in the vehicle, habitual criminality repeater Operating a motor vehicle while revoked, habitual criminality repeater According to a criminal complaint, investigators spoke with a woman, 26, who said she had just met Ronald Ziedman, and had been staying at his mother's house with her 10-month-old daughter -- set to turn 1 in August 2019. She said on the afternoon of June 13, she picked up Ziedman from work, and said he was "immediately angry" and had alcohol with him. She said Ziedman started calling her names and hitting her. She said she requested her phone and keys from Ziedman, who was in the driver's seat -- and he refused. The complaint said Ziedman said she had to stay the night with him if she wanted her keys back. She said he also accused her of cheating -- eventually driving to a bar near 8th and North. When she asked for her phone again, the complaint said Ziedman told her to "shut up." She said he grabbed her shirt and punched her while she held the baby. She said he threatened to kill her if she ran away -- and locked up the car and headed into the bar. When he returned, the complaint said he took $30 from the woman's purse and punched her in the head, yelling, "I'm in control!" She said they drove around and he continued to hit her and scream at her -- with the baby in the vehicle. The complaint said early on June 14, they arrived at the BP gas station near Farwell and Maryland -- around 2:30 a.m. According to the complaint, Ziedman went inside, and the woman "decided this would be a good time to leave." She said she opened the door to grab the baby and Ziedman was standing next to her. He ordered her back into the vehicle, and she said she needed to change the baby's diaper, so they all went into the gas station. The woman said Ziedman went into the bathroom with the woman and said she had "10 seconds to change" the baby. She said as they left the bathroom, she knew she needed to run, and she yelled at the clerk to call police. She said there was then a struggle between her and Ziedman, during which he punched her, which caused her to fall and drop the car seat with the baby inside. The complaint said Ziedman indicated he would take the baby if that's what it took to get the woman to come with him. The complaint said they began struggling over the car seat, and Ziedman gained control, causing the baby to fall out of the car seat. Ziedman then picked the baby up off the cement in the parking lot, and threw the child in the vehicle. The woman got up and tried running to the bathroom, but couldn't get in. Ziedman then came back in the store and punched her multiple times, to the point that she lost consciousness. She said when she regained consciousness, Ziedman was dragging her to the entrance to the store. She said Ziedman put her in a head lock, but he eventually let her go. She then hid in the bathroom at the gas station. The gas station clerk identified Ziedman via a photo array, the complaint said. According to the complaint, the woman suffered swelling, contusions, and abrasions to her head, and upper lip swelling. She also suffered contusions to her rib area, and contusions to her arm. The incident inside the gas station was caught on camera, and the video showed when Ziedman left the gas station, the car seat was left in the parking lot. The complaint referenced an interview with a witness who said she recognized Ziedman at a gas station near 4th and Center around 3:30 a.m., about an hour after the incident at the BP gas station. She said she believed he was high or drunk. She said inside the gas station, Ziedman handed the baby to a customer, and said, "Me and his mama never really wanted the baby," before driving away. The witness said she called 911 to report the man abandoning the baby, and while on the phone, the man returned and took the child back. Ziedman was arrested about an hour later, around 4:30 a.m., at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino. The complaint said field sobriety tests were performed poorly, and Ziedman indicated he had one beer and one wine cooler. A preliminary breath test revealed a result of .124. The complaint said Ziedman admitted to hitting the victim in this case, and he admitting to drinking -- indicating he had five to six triple shots and a beer at a bar near 7th and North Avenue. He further admitted to struggling with the woman over the car seat. According to the complaint, Ziedman was convicted of OWI in May 2010. Additionally, DOT records showed he never had a driver's license, and his driving privileges were revoked in May 2010 after the OWI conviction. The complaint referenced an open misdemeanor case against Ziedman for battery -- domestic violence assessments and disorderly conduct -- domestic violence assessments. He posted $100 cash bond on March 27. A July jury trial was scheduled in that case. Online court records showed another open case filed in December 2018, in which Ziedman was charged with operating while revoked. A July 18 plea/sentencing hearing was scheduled in that case. He made his initial appearance in court in the latest case on June 19. Probable cause was found for further proceedings, and Ziedman pleaded not guilty to the three misdemeanor counts. A preliminary hearing was scheduled for June 26, and cash bond was set at $50,000.     ©2019 WITI-TV, Milwaukee Visit WITI-TV, Milwaukee at www.fox6now.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


BATON ROUGE, La. (AP)   A day after Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards launched the TV campaign for his re-election bid, a Republican group responded Tuesday with its own advertising to attack the Democratic incumbent's performance. The Republican Governors Association said its first 30-second TV spot of the governor's race, financed by its political action committee, will run statewide on broadcast and cable television. RGA spokeswoman Amelia Chassé Alcivar described the ad buy to The Associated Press as in "the mid-six figures," enough to run for several weeks. With the pair of releases, the gubernatorial competition is intensifying, with an onslaught of advertising expected until Election Day on Oct. 12. Edwards released his first statewide TV ad Monday, touting the state's last two years of surpluses in contrast to the repeated financial gaps Louisiana faced during the tenure of his predecessor, Republican Gov. Bobby Jindal. The RGA ad seeks to counter that message by juxtaposing Edwards' support of tax hikes to balance the budget with the tax cuts championed by President Donald Trump. The GOP organization says the tax increases are chasing workers from Louisiana, citing recent population losses. "While American workers get ahead, Louisiana gets left behind," the television spot says. The narrator ads: "Higher taxes. Lost jobs. That's John Bel Edwards." The ad doesn't mention that the taxes passed since Edwards' term began in 2016 won support from a majority-Republican Legislature. And now Edwards is using the GOP's television plans to solicit donations, in a campaign email saying "The RGA has zeroed in on Louisiana as a prime pickup opportunity, and they're pulling out all the stops to take me down." The Deep South's only Democratic governor faces two major GOP challengers trying to deny him a second term: U.S. Rep. Ralph Abraham, a doctor from Richland Parish, and Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone, a longtime donor to conservative causes and first-time candidate. The Edwards campaign says it intends to keep its ad on TV through Election Day. Alcivar wouldn't describe her organization's plans. "We don't disclose the details of our strategy, but suffice it to say, we see the governor as extremely vulnerable and will be committing the resources necessary to ensure Louisianans know the truth about his record and that they can do better," she said in an email. Abraham and Rispone haven't publicly released timelines for their own TV ad campaigns. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte


One of the reasons quarterback Jameis Winston will likely succeed in Bruce Arians' offense is that he has a slew of talented receivers to work with, like wide receiver Mike Evans and tight ends Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard. But, it will likely be the emergence of third-year receiver Chris Godwin that will elevate Winston and the Bucs' offense to a whole new level. Last season, Godwin had 59 receptions for 842 yards and seven touchdowns, and Arians, himself, thinks Godwin will be close to a 100-catch receiver this upcoming season. So, it's no surprise that Godwin is predicted by ESPN Bucs writer Jenna Laine to be the breakout star at training camp. Per Laine : "Bucs coach Bruce Arians has already said Godwin is 'never coming off the field,' especially now that he's lining up not only outside but inside too. He had a really nice leaping catch-and-run over the middle for a touchdown on the second day of camp and a touchdown in the red zone. The next day, Blaine Gabbert hit him for another leaping grab for a touchdown." Godwin is going to make life a whole lot easier for Winston (and fantasy football owners). Having a solid, reliable No. 2 receiver is crucial. And, to get you even more excited for what Godwin has in store, here's come footage of him doing his thing at camp. You already know it's #12szn pic.twitter.com/Z3jgMR673P - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) July 29, 2019 Casual game of catch between WR1 and WR2 pic.twitter.com/Q23SGxYPR3 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) July 30, 2019 MORE: Dale Earnhardt Jr. only just learned Chase Elliott's real name, thanks to Wikipedia Dee Ford, Dre Greenlaw leave 49ers practice early with injuries The Dallas Cowboys Should Trade Ezekiel Elliott 4 notes from Day 6 of Chargers training camp Observations from Lions training camp, Day 5: Jahlani Tavai makes play of the day


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Capitol Hill? According to Walk Score, this Denver neighborhood is friendly for those on foot, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options. Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Capitol Hill is currently hovering around $1,250. So, what might you expect to find if you're on a budget of $1,400/month? Read on for a roundup of the latest rental offerings, via Zumper and Apartment Guide . (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. 899 N. Washington St. Listed at $1,325/month, this 490-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 899 N. Washington St. The residence has a dishwasher, a fireplace and both air conditioning and central heating. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and a roof deck. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. (See the complete listing here .) 175 E. Seventh Ave. Next, there's this studio apartment situated at 175 E. Seventh Ave. It's listed for $1,370/month for its 491 square feet. In the residence, you can expect a walk-in closet, hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. Building amenities include a fitness center, garage parking and a resident lounge. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are allowed here. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee, but there is a $200 cat fee and a $300 dog fee. (Take a gander at the complete listing here .) 1000 Grant St. Next, check out this 564-square-foot studio apartment that's located at 1000 Grant St. It's listed for $1,375/month. The building has a fitness center and garage parking. The unit also offers a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher. Both cats and dogs are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. (Check out the complete listing here .) This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


HOUSTON (Reuters) - Three Texas environmental groups notified Valero Energy Corp on Wednesday of plans to file a lawsuit under the U.S. Clean Air Act for pollution at the company's Port Arthur, Texas, refinery, the organizations said. Environment Texas, the Sierra Club and the Port Arthur Community Action Network allege over 600 violations of pollution limits by the release of hazardous chemicals like sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide and particulates from the refinery since 2014. The lawsuit would be filed under a provision of the Clean Air Act that allows citizens to sue in federal court when government agencies have failed to halt pollution. Plaintiffs must first provide a 60-day notice to the companies and agencies of the planned lawsuit. The organizations said Valero has released over 850,000 pounds of sulfur dioxide during emission events reported by the company to the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality. "Valero's Port Arthur refinery has a poor compliance record even when compared to other Texas oil refineries, spewing out millions of pounds of dangerous pollution into surrounding neighborhoods," said Luke Metzger, executive director of Environment Texas. A storage tank fire at the Port Arthur refinery in 2017 released over 250,000 pounds (113,398 kilograms) of particulate matter, more than any other facility in the entire state released from emission events over that entire year, the groups said. In similar lawsuits, Environment Texas and the Sierra Club Lone Star chapter reached settlements with Royal Dutch Shell Plc and Petrobras over pollution at Houston-area refineries. In 2017, Exxon Mobil Corp was ordered to pay $20 million for over 16,000 Clean Air Act violations at its Baytown, Texas, refinery following a lawsuit by Environment Texas and the Sierra Club Lone Star chapter. The Clean Air Act provides penalties up to nearly $100,000 per each violation of the act. (Reporting by Erwin Seba; Editing by Lisa Shumaker)


The 2016 NFL draft is long gone in Buffalo Bills history, almost literally. Because of this, The Athletic's Dane Brugler re-visit of the 2016 draft for the team absolutely reflected that. The Bills earned a grade of D via The Athletic's recent marks, along with the Arizona Cardinals. Buffalo is placed below the Cards on the list though, making their grade finish as the worst among all of the re-grades. Ouch. However, that shouldn't come a surprise. Aside from defensive end Shaq Lawson, the entire draft has been purged by the team's current front office led by General Manager Brandon Beane and Head Coach Sean McDermott. In one way or another, LB Reggie Ragland, DL Adolphus Washington, QB Cardale Jones, RB Jonathan Williams, WR Kolby Listenbee and CB Kevon Seymour have all left. But here's how The Athletic broke it all down: Best player: Reggie Ragland I was tempted to put "none" for this superlative because arguably none of the Bills' seven draft choices from the 2016 class deserves the "best pick" moniker. Ragland missed his rookie season with a knee injury and fell out of favor in Buffalo, leading to his trade to Kansas City for a fourth-rounder. The past two seasons, he has combined for 130 tackles over 25 starts for the Chiefs. Best value: Ragland Again, I considered "none" here, but Ragland again gets the nod. The Bills traded a pair of fourth-rounders to move up in the second round to nab him. They received only a fourth-round pick a year later when they traded him, which was poor value for Buffalo, but great value for Kansas City. Biggest miss: Shaq Lawson A lot of people missed on Lawson, not just the Bills. He wasn't a twitchy, long-armed rusher, but he was very efficient at Clemson, stressing edge blockers and creating backfield disruption. However, that just hasn't translated to the NFL game for Lawson, who has been a part-time starter with only 10.0 sacks in 35 career games. Lawson himself will be the next to go, simply by the nature of being the last remaining. However, it could come following the 2019 season as the Bills reported declined his fifth-year option on his rookie deal, which will make him a free agent next offseason. That and Ragland being considered the team's best draft pick of the 2016 class, a player who never suited up for the team, just really isn't a good look for this draft class. MORE: NBA fans had so many memes for Steph Curry's exchange with Drake Giants get a chuckle: Odell Beckham already in hot water in Cleveland Five potential Chris Paul trade destinations Roundup: Spelling Bee Ends in 8-Way Tie; Kim Jong Un Executing People Again; Kids Go Nuts for 'Old Town Road' Chicago Bears sign OT T.J. Clemmings


The Blancpain GT Series Endurance Cup points-leading SMP Racing Ferrari held a narrow advantage in the Spa 24 Hours after six hours. SMP trio Mikhail Aleshin, Davide Rigon and Miguel Molina had cycled into the lead in the #72 Ferrari 488 GT3 at the one-quarter mark in the Belgian endurance classic, with Aleshin staying out on slick tyres during a rain shower to scoop the maximum 12 bonus points. That was despite falling back in the early stages of a race that started in full wet conditions and was interrupted by numerous full-course yellow periods in the opening hours. The arrival of forecast heavy rain for the start meant the start was taken behind the safety car, although towards the end of the first hour conditions had improved sufficiently for most cars to make the switch to slick tyres. Maro Engel had held the advantage in the polesitting #4 Black Falcon Mercedes AMG-GT3 until the second FCY period, triggered by Nick Foster spinning off and hitting the barriers in the HubAuto Corsa Ferrari during the second hour approaching Pouhon. Another FCY intervention followed not long after when the #37 Am class 3Y Technology BMW M6 GT3 suffered a major crash at Les Combes that suspended the race for over an hour. A mere eight minutes after action resumed, there was a further FCY period caused by Ryan Ratcliffe making a heavy impact with the barriers at Stavelot in the Team Parker Bentley Continental GT3, causing a further 35-minute delay. The SMP Ferrari crew, which had fallen out of the top 10 early on, had managed to work its way back to the front of the pack by the end of the fifth hour before stopping, and then cycled through the order once more in the sixth hour before the rain returned. At the six-hour mark, Aleshin led by three seconds from Christian Engelhart in the #63 Grasser Racing Team Lamborghini Huracan GT3, which inherited second when Nico Muller reacted to the worsening weather and pitted the #1 WRT Audi R8 LMS. Third place was held by Yelmer Buurman in the #4 Black Falcon Mercedes ahead of Fabian Schiller in the #88 ASP Mercedes, Jake Dennis in the #76 R-Motorsport Aston Martin Vantage GT3s and the top BMW, the #42 Schnitzer M6 with John Edwards at the wheel. The #1 Audi that had been running second was classified ninth after six hours after its last-minute stop, giving it the final bonus point on offer. Several cars that had starred in the early stages were hit by penalties that dropped them down the order, with Porsche in particular suffering a number of setbacks. Kevin Estre had charged from 11th on the grid to second in the first hour in the #20 GPX Racing Porsche 911 GT3-R, but the team earned a drive-through penalty for a pitlane infringement. The #117 Team75 Bernhard Porsche was also handed a drive-through as Laurens Vanthoor was caught speeding under yellow flags, while the #998 ROWE Racing Porsche that had led after three hours was penalised for the same offence. Also picking up a drive-through penalty was the #2 WRT Audi as a result of Dries Vanthoor speeding in the pitlane, dropping that car out of third. R-Motorsport's other Pro class entry, the #62 Vantage, retired after Matt Parry damaged the car by spinning into the barriers at Stavelot.


The NBA announced the All-NBA teams for the 2018-19 regular season on Thursday afternoon, with LeBron James still making it to the All-NBA third team despite playing the fewest games he's ever played. This is LeBron's 15th All-NBA selection in 16 seasons and his first such selection to the 3rd team. James was joined on the third team by Charlotte's Kemba Walker, Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook, Detroit's Blake Griffin and Utah's Rudy Gobert. With the selection, James tied Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan as the players to make All-NBA 15 times. James played a career-low 55 games in 2018-19 after suffering the longest absence of his career following a groin injury during the team's Christmas Day victory at Golden State. Although James couldn't stay on the court and missed more games than ever, he was still as productive as ever, averaging 28 points, eight rebounds and eight assists per game. It was also the first time that LeBron's team failed to make the playoffs in 13 years. Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo and Houston's James Harden headlined the All-NBA First Team, making it as unanimous selections next to Golden State's Stephen Curry, Oklahoma City's Paul George and Denver's Nikola Jokic. The All-NBA Second Team was headlined by Philadelphia's Joel Embiid, Golden State's Kevin Durant, Portland's Damian Lillard, Toronto's Kawhi Leonard and Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving. MORE: Alex Trebek had a classic response to James Holzhauer's 'two dimes' wager NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players New Packers OLB coach raves about rookie Rashan Gary 49ers LB roles change with new defensive front Roundup: Michael Avenatti Charged With Defrauding Stormy Daniels, George RR Martin on Game of Thrones Books, Ron Artest Doc Trailer


If you stroll through the neighborhood of the Colosseum in Rome today, you could easily think that that the Colosseum dates to the origins of the Roman republic or that it is the most impressive structure to occupy itself. But you might be wrong, as beneath the Colosseum and surrounding area lie the ruins of one of the most spectacular and unusual palaces in human history. This luxurious 2000 year old structure, which can only be described as the Emperor Nero's pleasure palace, lay hidden for centuries before its rediscovery in the 15th century when a young man fell through a hole in the ground and found himself in a richly decorated cave. And now, archaeologists excavating in the environs of the Colosseum announced that they have discovered another hidden chamber, full of ancient artwork. According to the statement, the chamber, nicknamed the "sphinx room" was accidentally discovered as archaeologists were mounting scaffolding to complete renovations on a nearby room. Alfonsina Russo, director of the archaeological park of the Colosseum, noted in the press release that this chamber had "remained in darkness for almost twenty centuries" before it was unearthed. Nero's palace was known as the Domus Aurea or "Golden House," and was named because of the use of gold leaf throughout the structure and the jewels that adorned the ceilings inside. The palace was a vast, sprawling, 300-room complex that was carefully and intricately landscaped and covered in white marble. It was built in the location of a number of aristocratic villas, which had been destroyed in the Great Fire of Rome. The Roman biographer Suetonius tells us that the palace was "ruinously prodigal" and included pastures, flocks of animals, vineyards, trees, and even an artificial lake, all of which were in the center of the city. According to another historian, Tacitus, Nero oversaw the engineering of the palace himself. Remarkably, the entire thing was constructed in only five years. There are numerous innovations in the design of the building, but perhaps the most extraordinary was a mechanism, operated by slaves, that caused a domed ceiling to revolve and drop perfume and rose petals onto assembled party guests as they ate. If it sounds like this would obscure the smell of the food then that was the point. As Mark Bradley has written in Smell and the Ancient Senses , aristocratic Romans like to keep their guests in suspense about the contents of their meals. It was considered especially low-brow to be drawn to the smell of a meal cooking in the kitchen. The device wasn't a resounding success according to one story, likely influenced by the propaganda of his opponents, one dinner guest was asphyxiated. The whole design was so ornate that Nero placed mosaics, which were previously found on floors, on the ceilings of the rooms. The technique would set a trend , especially in the design of Christian churches in Rome, Ravenna, and Constantinople. If you have ever been awed by the mosaics at San Apollinaire Nuovo in Ravenna, you have Nero's decadent taste to thank for it. Which is somewhat ironic given Nero's reputation as the antichrist and persecutor of Christians. The discovery of these new murals can, as Russo stated, can tell us something more about the cultural atmosphere of Nero's age. Much of the room is still filled with dirt and debris, but in addition to the Sphinx, the room is also adorned with images of a centaur, Pan (the half-goat god), and a man armed with a sword being attacked by a panther. The murals are likely to be the work of an artist named Famulus, one of the few named and identifiable artists of antiquity. According to Pliny the Elder, the author of the Natural History , Famulus only went to paint at the Domus Aurea for a few hours a day and wore a toga (the sign that he was a citizen) even when painting on scaffolding. Pliny bemoans the fact that because Famulus spent so much time at the Golden House very little of his artwork was to be found elsewhere. Even though Nero has a reputation for a great deal of bad behavior he executed his mother a mere five years into his reign and is rumored (perhaps unfairly) to have kicked one wife, Poppaea, to death there is one reputation he truly earned: the consummate party planner. In 64 CE Nero, shortly before the Great Fire of Rome, Nero threw a city-wide celebration around a reservoir that included brothels and huge numbers of prostitutes. The centerpiece of the affair was a large raft on the lake covered in purple cloth and filled with male prostitutes. At one point in the party Nero, dressed as a bride, "married" a freed slave. As Ray Laurence has written , "The drama of this wedding was played out with a dowry, witnesses, a marriage bed and a torch-lit bridal procession." It's difficult to know if Nero intended the ceremony to be high performance art or merely shocking, but he certainly succeeded with the latter. The palace and its artwork became an inspiration for Michelangelo and Raphael and more notorious tourists like Casanova and the Marquis de Sade. In 68 CE, after a revolt, Nero fled Rome and was declared a public enemy of the state. He committed suicide, unnecessarily, to avoid what he thought was a public execution at the hands of the Roman Senate (they were actually trying to work out a compromise). After his death the Golden House was stripped of its ivory, jewels and marble. The emperor Vespasian built an amphitheater, better known to us as the Colosseum, over the artificial lake. And the Emperor Trajan buried much of the palace underneath the construction of the Baths of Trajan. Arguably the most remarkable thing about this sprawling, decadent, and wildly over the top palace was that it included neither bedrooms, nor bathrooms. There wasn't even a kitchen. In an interview in 1999 around the opening of the Domus Aurea to the public, the noted historian Andrew Wallace-Hadrill noted that the palace was purely for entertaining, saying, "Nero gave the best parties, ever." If you don't mind doing your business in a chamber pot, that is. Read more at The Daily Beast. WATCH: This castle in Slovenia was built into the mouth of a cave (provided by Travel + Leisure)


Sen. Cory Booker said fellow presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren's (D-Mass) proposals to break up major tech companies like Facebook "sounds like a Donald Trump thing to say." "I don't think that a president should be running around pointing at companies and saying 'breaking them up' without any kind of process," he said in a clip of an interview he did with ABC News that was posted online Saturday. "It's not me and my own personal opinion about going after folks. That sounds more like a Donald Trump thing to say like 'I'm going to break up you guys,'" he added. When ABC's Jonathan Karl asked if Booker "just compared Elizabeth Warren to Donald Trump" Booker denied doing so. "I most certainly did not. She is my friend," he said. "We do not need a president that is going to use their own personal beliefs and tell you which companies we should break up," he added. "We need a president that's going to enforce anti-trust laws in this country, and I will be that person." He also noted in the interview that he believes corporate consolidation is "absolutely" a big problem. The Hill has reached out to Warren's campaign for comment. After Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes called for the social media company to be broken up, Sen. Cory Booker tells @ABC 's @jonkarl antitrust laws need to be enforced: "We've had a problem in America with corporate consolidation" See more on @ThisWeekABC : https://t.co/TBnCDD3UkN pic.twitter.com/GbNKjFcBzl - ABC News (@ABC) May 11, 2019 Warren has called for the breakup of major corporations including Facebook, Amazon and Google . "To restore the balance of power in our democracy, to promote competition, and to ensure that the next generation of technology innovation is as vibrant as the last, it's time to break up our biggest tech companies," she wrote in a Medium post. Facebook's co-founder Chris Hughes this week also advocated for the company's breakup in a New York Times op-ed. Warren and Booker are among more than 20 people competing for the Democratic Party's 2020 presidential nomination.


2020 Democratic presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke unveiled his immigration policy plan Wednesday morning, arguing that his border roots make him the best candidate to roll back Trump administration policies and spearhead major changes to modernize the US immigration system. The plan takes a three-pronged approach, O'Rourke's campaign said: rescinding "inhumane" Trump administration policies such as family separations at the border; convincing Congress to pass better immigration laws, including a legislative solution for the so-called Dreamers , undocumented immigrants who were brought to the US as children; and investing $5 billion in Central America to help address the root causes of migration. "As a fourth-generation El Pasoan, Beto uniquely recognizes the urgency of fixing our broken immigration and naturalization system," the plan states. "Rooted in his experience serving the largest binational community in the Western Hemisphere   one that draws its strength and prosperity from its rich heritage of welcoming immigrants   Beto is proposing a new path forward to ensure we honor our laws, live up to our values, and once again harness the power of a new generation of immigration toward our shared prosperity." O'Rourke isn't the first Democratic candidate to offered a detailed immigration plan. Former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro unveiled his immigration plan last month , including a proposal to repeal a Bush-era immigration law that makes entering the US illegally a criminal violation. But O'Rourke told CNN's Leyla Santiago on Tuesday that his plan stands out from others'. "I think we go a lot further than really anyone in this plan," he said. "But if there is a drug trafficker or someone who poses a threat or harm to our families here in this country, absolutely, we should be able to criminally prosecute them," O'Rourke later added. "So I wouldn't want to remove that as an option in every case, but I would acknowledge that the vast majority of families who are attempting to petition for asylum do not pose a threat and should not be criminally prosecuted." O'Rourke said as president, he would use executive action to repeal several Trump administration policies, including the travel ban and an policy shift that's made it harder for migrant women and children who are victims of domestic violence to qualify for asylum . Among the biggest shifts in O'Rourke's plan: how the United States approaches immigrant detention. Only migrants "with criminal backgrounds representing a danger to our communities" would face mandatory detention, according to the plan. O'Rourke also implied that he would reduce detention in favor of "community-based programs and family case management." Additionally, private, for-profit detention centers would no longer receive federal funding because their "incentive is profit, not security," the plan states   a potentially significant change as the majority of Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities are run by private contractors . In addition, the immigration court system would be moved out of the jurisdiction of the Justice Department and turned into an independent entity   a move immigrant rights advocates, attorneys and immigration judges have been pushing for   and over 2,000 lawyers would be sent to the border in conjunction with "funding a robust right to counsel." The announcement of O'Rourke's new plan, which also includes a proposal to halt border wall construction, comes as a private effort to build a border wall near the former congressman's home turf picks up steam . O'Rourke told CNN that individuals building walls on private property is fair game; it's a government-funded expansion of the border wall that he's against. "If you want to build a wall on your private property, that's great," he told Santiago on Tuesday. "But I don't want to take your private property to force you to build a wall right now. We don't need to do that   security can be achieved by immigration reform." In addition to executive actions he plans to pursue as soon as he takes office, O'Rourke also outlined legislation slated for his first 100 days in office that would create "an earned pathway to citizenship" for 11 million people, including Dreamers and those under the Temporary Protected Status program. In assessing preference categories, O'Rourke would establish "a brand new category whereby communities and congregations can welcome refugees through community sponsorship of visas" in an update to the US Refugee Admissions Program. He would also pursue legislation to raise visa caps, streamline the naturalization process and make naturalization free for those who meet legal citizenship requirements, though he did not specify how the naturalization process would be funded. The plan would bolster defense at the border, including hiring additional Customs and Border Protection personnel and investing in new technology, in conjunction with more stringent accountability measures, such as an oversight commission and a system to track migrant deaths. O'Rourke also said he would spend $5 billion on the Northern Triangle   Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador   mainly through non-government community groups and public-private partnerships to back non-violence training, promote civil rights, and foster economic opportunities and job training. The plan would also require that the region's governing elites pay taxes and back community efforts in order to access the US for business or vacation. When asked how he would ensure that the funds were properly spent, O'Rourke promised to "rigorously measure this investment to ensure that it is producing the return that was intended   that means if we are not reducing violence in a given program, then we pull that money from that." O'Rourke previously laid out a vision for immigration reform in a Medium post in February, a few weeks before he announced his presidential bid . The post addressed President Donald Trump's then-upcoming trip to El Paso, with O'Rourke ultimately leading a counter-rally in response to the President's visit to his hometown. Wednesday's plan expands the details of several points he laid out in the February post on immigration. O'Rourke called for opening a path to citizenship for Dreamers, investing in technology at ports of entry, increasing visa caps, and protecting vulnerable migrants such as women escaping abusive relationships. "Make Latin America and specifically Central America a top foreign policy priority   stop relegating it to second-tier status   invest the time, talent and resources to assist in the development of the domestic institutions that will allow these countries to thrive and offer their citizens protection and economic opportunity," O'Rourke wrote as his eighth point of ten. "It is the only long-term solution to the number of asylum seekers and refugees coming to this country."


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Detroit? We've rounded up the latest rental offerings via rental site Zumper to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to hunting down a place in Detroit if you're on a budget of $700/month. Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (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. 9932 Lawton St., #8 First, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 9932 Lawton St., #8 that's going for $675/month. In the unit, you'll have hardwood floors, a balcony and in-unit laundry. Attention, cat owners: your kitty is allowed here. There's no leasing fee required for this rental. Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options. (Take a look at the full listing here .) 709 Hazelwood St. Next, check out this 500-square-foot studio that's located at 709 Hazelwood St. It's listed for $650/month. The unit features a mix of carpeted and hardwood floors, a walk-in closet and granite countertops. The building boasts on-site laundry and storage space. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are permitted. Look out for a $55 application fee. Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is very walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 22320 W. Seven Mile Road Next, also listed at $650/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom is located at 22320 W. Seven Mile Road. In the unit, you can expect hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. The building has assigned parking. Cats and dogs are not permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 1000 Whitmore Road Finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom over at 1000 Whitmore Road. It's listed for $650/month for its 800 square feet of space. In the unit, you can anticipate hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. Building amenities include assigned parking, storage space and secured entry. Pets are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee. According to Walk Score, this location is somewhat walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has some transit options. (See the complete 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.


Read on for the most recent top news you may have missed in Fort Worth. Longest-serving school board member resigns Theophlous Aron Sims Sr., the longest-tenured member of the Fort Worth Independent School District board, had served on the board for more than 35 years. Read the full story on WFAA . New report raises concerns about Panther Island project management The consultants' report, drafted at the urging of city officials, raises concerns about the $1.1 billion project to reroute the Trinity River for flood control. Read the full story on WFAA . Mom seeks help in identifying daughter's attackers A Fort Worth mother is hoping someone will recognize the people on cellphone video who attacked her 13-year-old daughter and some of her friends on Saturday night. Read the full story on CBS DFW . This story was created automatically using data about news stories on social media from CrowdTangle , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Tottenham chaiman Daniel Levy is convinced that he needs to sell Christian Eriksen this summer in order to prevent him from leaving on a free deal next summer, according to an Italian report. Eriksen has one year left on his current deal with Spurs and seems unwilling to agree an extension, which means the current transfer window could be the last chance for Tottenham to secure a transfer fee for his departure. It was recently reported that Eriksen would be returning to pre-season training with Tottenham after his summer break, but now, as reported by Calciomercato , Levy is offering him up to the likes of Real Madrid and Juventus in a bid to secure a sizeable transfer fee. The report suggests that Levy and Spurs are looking to secure €70m for Eriksen's sale, making him a much cheaper alternative to the likes of Paul Pogba or Isco. It must be noted, however, that the report fails to mention whether Juventus or Real Madrid are interested in pursing a deal for Eriksen this summer, or whether they are still willing to wait another year before making strides to snap him up as a free agent. Spurs have already spent big this summer, smashing their previous transfer record to sign Tanguy Ndombele from Lyon, so there's a distinct chance that they'll be hesitant to spend big again until they have resolved Eriksen's situation. What's more, 90min also understands that Spurs are still hoping the Ndombele signing will act as a signal of intent, convincing Eriksen, as well as Toby Alderweireld, to sign a new deal with the club.


Bournemouth are ready to meet Liverpool's £25m valuation for Harry Wilson and are preparing a bid for the highly-rated youngster. The 22-year-old's future has been subject to increased speculation this summer, with his place in the Liverpool first team far from secure amid a raft of competition for places. It is thought the Champions League winners are not interested in sending him out on loan for another season, but have slapped a considerable price tag on the Wales international nevertheless. The Sun understands that Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe is keen to secure Wilson's services this summer and is prepared to meet the Reds' lofty valuation. The Cherries are keen on bolstering their attacking options for this season and believe Wilson could be the perfect option to link up with Ryan Fraser - with David Brooks having been ruled out for three months after undergoing surgery. Earlier this week, the south coast club secured the services of Danish midfielder Philip Billing from Huddersfield in a deal worth £15m, but it's thought the deal has not significantly dented the bank balance. Wilson emerged on the radar for many club's last season after he enjoyed a successful season on loan at Frank Lampard's Derby County, scoring 17 times en-route to helping the Rams reach the Championship playoff final. The Wales international has featured heavily in Liverpool's pre-season plans so far, impressing with goals against Borussia Dortmund and most recently against Lyon. Whether he has done enough to forge a place in Jurgen Klopp's first team plans for the coming season though, is not yet clear. He has been linked to other Premier League clubs, with Newcastle United and Aston Villa most recently credited with interest.


Kids, don't try this at home. There is a laundry list of things you shouldn't do in a car because they're dangerous, dumb, or some combination of the two. Speeding is up there   it needlessly endangers your life and the lives of those around you. Street racing is a no-no, and other hooning activities on public roads is downright immature. But the last thing anyone wants is a bunch of Fast and Furious wannabes trying to drift under a semi. That doesn't mean seeing it makes it any less exciting. Genesis released a video of its G70 sedan doing precisely that, and it's hard not to enjoy it. More Genesis News To Digest: Next-Generation Genesis G80 Coming In September Without The V8 Genesis Essentia Might Arrive In 2021, Company Boss Hints The super-short video opens with a blue Genesis G70 speeding in reverse up a ramp. At the top of it, there's a slow moving semi-truck. The Genesis then delicately drifts underneath the trailer, straightening the sedan before speeding away. Obviously, Genesis notes the modified G70 has a professional driver behind the steering wheel, and the action is taking place on a closed course. So, don't attempt it, okay? Research the Genesis G70 on MSN Autos | Compare prices on Genesis models near you The Genesis G70 debuted last year at the New York Auto Show. It comes in two flavors   a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder or a twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter V6. You can equip the 2.0-liter with a six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive, though it's not as thrilling as the 3.3-liter V6, which makes 365 horsepower (272 kilowatts) and 376 pound-feet (510 Newton-meters) of torque. The smaller engine produces 252 hp (187 kW) and 260 lb-ft (352 Nm) of torque. Genesis calls the video "The Art of the Stunt, Starring the Genesis G70: Episode 1," which gives the impression there are more thrilling videos to come that will show off the G70's performance chops. The sedan is gorgeous, aiming at its German rivals with spunk. Earlier this year, Mike O'Brien, Hyundai's head product planner, hinted at a hotter performance version. That could help the G70 gain some notoriety. Source: GenesisUSA via YouTube


A bona fide literary classic, Margaret Mitchell's book was a runaway success. Now, you could own a piece of cinematic history. Going, going . . . Gone with the Wind A bona fide literary classic, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind was a runaway success, topping the American fiction bestseller charts upon its release in 1936. Later adapted for the silver screen, the Civil War-era epic went on to become one of America's biggest blockbusters. Now you could own a piece of cinematic history, as the stunning Greek Revival house from the film goes under the hammer. Click or swipe through to see the gallery. Hollywood heritage With a starting bid of $1 million, you may recognize the elegant Antebellum estate as the home of Ashley Wilkes, Scarlett O'Hara's love interest. When Selznick International Pictures scored the film rights to Gone with the Wind , author Margaret Mitchell shied away from involvement, but when it came to this captivating property, she made her thoughts known. Inspired architecture Margaret first stumbled across a picture of the 1836 plantation-style house in the Atlanta Journal. Enchanted, she immediately cut out the image and sent it to the film's producer, David Selznick, explaining that it was precisely the house she had imagined in her novel. Love this? Tour the Blade Runner house , on sale for $23 million. A change of fortune After the palatial property's glittering appearance in the film in 1939, the house, known as Twelve Oaks, fell into disrepair. Seeing its sorry state, the current owners bought up the forlorn dwelling, intent on restoring it to its former glory. Restored and revived The historic home has since undergone a spectacular $2 million restoration and is said to be in an even better condition than when Margaret Mitchell first spotted it back in the 1930s. As well as restoring the property to its Antebellum heyday, the owners have also decked it out with every modern convenience that today s house buyers expect. Silver screen steal While the current owners have done a stellar job, they're now ready to embark on a new project, listing Twelve Oaks for auction last month. Frankly my dear, considering the costly renovations, we think the price tag of $1 million for a piece of Hollywood history is a pretty good deal! Grand entrance Inside, the grand mansion offers a staggering 10,000 square feet of luxurious living space. Stunning period details abound, from hardwood floors to chandeliers and sweeping staircases. If you're searching for a grand place to entertain, this heritage home ticks all the boxes   just look at those staggering 11-foot ceilings! Style and substance Elsewhere on the ground floor, there's a formal parlor and large dining room, both decorated in a sensitive period style that still manages to look fresh. As well as the classic décor, the renovation also included plenty of practical upgrades like new electrics, heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Updated amenities Completed in 2017, the careful renovation also saw the installation of a state-of-the-art chef's kitchen, complete with a range-style oven, double butler sink and an ornate central island. Just look at that intricate woodwork! Love this? Step inside these luxury time capsule homes Sympathetic renovation Despite the modern updates, the kitchen hasn't lost the charm of its past life. The coiffured ceilings have been beautifully restored, while the updated cabinetry is still in keeping with the home's 19th-century roots. The property also benefits from three laundry rooms that'll help make housework a breeze. Slumber in style With no shortage of space, the property comes with an enormous 12 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, so it's ideal for hosting visitors. Some of the grand bedrooms even come with fireplaces   there's a total of 12 throughout the property   so you'll be toasty and warm even in the winter months. In a modern twist, each of the hearths is remote-controlled, which sounds more James Bond than Gone with the Wind , but we'll take it! Majestic master suite While all the bedrooms are opulent, the master suite takes luxury to the next level. Our favorite touch? The personal library, nestled inside back-lit wooden alcoves. Just imagine snuggling up with a classic novel in front of a crackling fire... Bathe in luxury If you think the bedrooms are swanky, just wait until you see the bathrooms. Two of the home's bathtubs cost a whopping $14,000 each! One of the bathrooms also features an antique circular shower, fitted with 360° jets that's said to be one of just a few in the world. Cinematic hotspot Ideal for soaking up the afternoon sun, the rooftop balcony offers stunning views of the estate's rolling grounds. Aside from Gone with the Wind , Twelve Oaks has also featured in 15 other films, including Life of the Party , The Family That Preys , Halloween II , Southern Fried Homicide and In the Heat of the Night. Love this? Step inside these famous films from the movies Decadent grounds Nestled in the property's landscaped lawns, you'll find an inviting swimming pool flanked by a historic pergola. There are plenty of covered porches for escaping the hot Southern sun and over three acres of gardens. There's even a four-car carriage house that has Tesla and Copper Creek charging stations for both cars and golf carts. Historic landmark We can just imagine Ashley Wilkes sipping a cool drink beneath the shade here, staring wistfully into the distance as the music swells. Members of the general public can experience the silver screen setting for themselves, as the property holds a permit as a historic site and is licensed to offer tours. Limelight location The home's cinematic status is far from a rarity in the town of Covington, Georgia where over 125 films and TV shows have been filmed, earning it the moniker of 'The Hollywood of the South'. While the estate looks as though it's set amongst a rural idyll, this is no remote retreat   the town square with its array of restaurants and shops is just three blocks away. Healthy income If you're after a property that can earn its keep, look no further. For seven years, Twelve Oaks has functioned as a successful bed and breakfast, winning Southern Living 's Best of the South Award in 2018. It's also a thriving events venue, having picked up WeddingWire 's Couples' Choice Award for four consecutive years. Take a chance on this Southern belle A spectacular home with a fascinating history, this enchanting estate is truly one of a kind. Fancy snapping up a piece of silver screen royalty? It's currently listed with Target Auction, with a starting bid of $1 million . 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PHILADELPHIA (AP)   A very small fire is burning at the East Coast's largest oil refinery a day after explosions and a predawn blaze that shook homes, sent a fireball aloft and caused some minor injuries, company officials said Saturday. Workers tried to isolate the remaining line feeding the fire, but access is limited "due to the damage and instability of the remaining structure," Philadelphia Energy Solutions said. Officials haven't decided whether to let fire burn itself out, "but that may occur before we can safely isolate it," a spokeswoman said. "Managing the small existing fire in this manner is safest for the environment, (company) employees, and the surrounding community to bring the incident to a safe conclusion," the company said in a statement. The blaze at the Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refining Complex broke out around 4 a.m. Friday at a tank containing a mixture of butane and propane. Five workers were treated for minor injuries, and nearby residents were asked to stay inside. The cause remained unclear. The Philadelphia Fire Department has been conducting air monitoring every two or three hours, focusing on the perimeter of the refinery and surrounding neighborhoods, the department said.


South Korea will this week celebrate the first anniversary of a landmark summit between President Moon Jae-in and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un -- but Pyongyang may not take part, Seoul said Monday. The pair held their first meeting on April 27 last year in the Demilitarized Zone dividing the peninsula amid a rapid diplomatic thaw, paving the way for a historic summit between Kim and US President Donald Trump in Singapore in June. But one year later, little progress has been made on North Korea's denuclearisation, with Pyongyang and Washington deadlocked since a second summit between Trump and Kim in Hanoi in February broke down without a deal. Moon, who brokered the first meeting between the two mercurial leaders, has tried to salvage the diplomacy although the North has remained largely unresponsive. Since Hanoi, the North has not attended any of the eight regular weekly meetings of the heads of their joint liaison office in Kaesong, and has not taken part in other joint projects, such as excavations in the DMZ. Seoul will hold a ceremony on Saturday at Panmunjom -- where Moon and Kim exchanged warm smiles and brotherly hugs -- the unification ministry said, but Pyongyang's attendance remained unclear. "When we notify the North (about the event), we will provide additional details," ministry spokesman Lee Sang-min told reporters. Moon and Kim met three times last year -- including a second impromptu encounter after Trump threatened to cancel the Singapore summit just weeks before it was due. But exchanges between Seoul and Pyongyang have significantly decreased since the failure to reach agreement in Hanoi. Kim slammed the South in a speech to his country's rubber stamp legislature earlier this month, saying it should not "pose as a meddlesome 'mediator' and 'facilitator'" between the US and the North.


Atlanta-based security company Evident ID has secured $20 million in Series B funding, according to company database Crunchbase , topping the city's recent funding headlines. The cash infusion was announced on May 9 and led by Aspect Ventures. According to its Crunchbase profile, "Evident is a stealth-mode startup focused on adding authenticity to the Internet. At Evident, we simplify the complicated world of personal data and security giving companies and individuals the ability to embark on trusted interactions and transactions like never before. With Evident, you'll be fully informed." The three-year-old startup also raised an $8.8 million Series A round in 2017. The round brings total funding raised by Atlanta companies in internet services over the past month to $129 million. The local internet services industry has produced 28 funding rounds over the past year, raking in a total of $1.1 billion in venture funding. In other local funding news, real estate and communities company PadSplit announced a $4.6 million seed funding round on April 18, led by Core Innovation Capital. According to Crunchbase, "PadSplit uses shared living to make housing more affordable for the workers that need it most, empowering them to build savings and transform their lives. We align incentives among residents, property owners and communities to make affordable housing possible for the private market." The company also raised a seed round earlier this year. This story was created automatically using local investment data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


A proposal to turn the former Sears complex at the corner of North and Harlem avenues into new retail spaced topped by loft-style apartments reached a crucial milestone on Thursday as the project earned the approval of the Chicago Plan Commission. The development, located near the border of Galewood and Elmwood Park, comes from Seritage Growth Properties a spin-off of Sears' former real estate arm and Highland Park-based Tucker Development. The proposal, designed by Hirsch MPG Architecture, was filed as two separate zoning applications. The portion of the plan at 7152 W. North Avenue calls for a five-story complex with 161 residential units, a grocery store, health club, and 462 parking spaces. At nearby 7141 W. Wabansia Avenue, a new four-story development with 152 units and 177 parking spaces is planned. The North and Harlem proposal isn't the only plan in the works to redevelop Chicago's former Sears stores. Seritage and Tucker are teaming up to repurpose the shuttered Six Corners location at the border of Chicago's Old Irving Park and Portage Park neighborhoods but the companies have yet to formally present the proposal to the public. At Thursday's meeting, the Chicago Plan Commission also approved a zoning change to convert an existing 1920s-era parking garage at 3115 N. Broadway in Lakeview into a mixed-use building with 72 apartment units. Developer JSM Venture and architecture firm Hirsch MPG will construct a two-story addition atop the old structure and provide ground floor retail and 60 parking spaces. More information and images of the Broadway project can be found on the 44th Ward website . The Planned Development applications approved by the Chicago Plan Commission will next head to the Chicago Zoning Committee for a second vote. The projects will then go before the full Chicago City Council for final approvals.


The Coast Guard intercepted 50 Haitian migrants on an overloaded boat and sent them back to the island. The Coast Guard's Robert Yered crew spotted the 30-foot panga boat about 46 miles north of Cap-Haïtien, Haiti, on Monday at 5:35 p.m. The Coast Guard's smallboat crew boarded the vessel and found 36 Haitian men and 14 Haitian women aboard the rickety boat. "Bottom line is these voyages put lives at unnecessary risk," said Capt. Jason Ryan, Coast Guard 7th District chief of enforcement, in a statement Saturday. "These voyages often involve ill-advised agreements with smugglers on poorly equipped, makeshift vessels that are prone to capsizing, leading to loss of life. This humanitarian mission is a priority of the Coast Guard and its foreign and domestic partners." Ryan said missions like this interdiction strengthens the Coast Guard's "presence in the region" and stops "these illegal activities from occurring, putting safety at sea first." After the Robert Yered crew removed the men and women from the boat, they sank it to prevent a hazard to navigation, Ryan said. The Robert Yered is a 154-foot sentinel class cutter with a home port in Miami. A Coast Guard Cutter Vigilant (WMEC-617) crew from Port Canaveral transferred the 50 people back to Haiti on its 210-foot medium endurance cutter. According to the Coast Guard, about 2,474 Haitian migrants have attempted to illegally enter the U.S. by sea since May 20, compared to the same period in 2018 when 2,727 Haitian migrants tried a similar voyage. "These numbers represent the total number of at-sea interdictions, landings, and disruptions in the Florida Straits, the Caribbean, and Atlantic. Once aboard a Coast Guard cutter, all migrants receive food, water, shelter and basic medical attention," the news release said.     ©2019 Miami Herald Visit Miami Herald at www.miamiherald.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Downtown West? According to Walk Score, this Minneapolis neighborhood has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and is a haven for transit riders. Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Downtown West is currently hovering around $1,400. So, what might you expect to find if you don't want to spend more than $1,700 / month on rent? Read on for a roundup of the latest rental listings, via Zumper and Apartment Guide . (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. 111 S. Marquette Ave. Listed at $1,628/month, this 800-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 111 S. Marquette Ave. Look for a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring in the residence. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry, assigned parking and garage parking. Cats and dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 400 S. Marquette Ave. Next, there's this studio apartment situated at 400 S. Marquette Ave. It's listed for $1,630/month for its 579 square feet. Building amenities include a business center, a resident lounge, a roof deck and a fitness center. In the apartment, expect to see a fireplace and air conditioning. Animals are not welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental. (Take a gander at the complete listing here .) 121 S. Washington Ave. Here's a 771-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo at 121 S. Washington Ave. that's going for $1,650/month. The unit offers a balcony. The building has a swimming pool, a fitness center, on-site laundry and garage parking. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental. (Check out the complete listing here .) 1117 S. Marquette Ave. Finally, check out this 780-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit that's located at 1117 S. Marquette Ave. It's listed for $1,659/month. The building boasts on-site laundry. The residence also comes with hardwood flooring, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet . Attention, cat owners: Your kitty is permitted here. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


CHICAGO (AP) Lucas Giolito called it a ''grinder game.'' The White Sox simply called it another victory. Giolito pitched into the seventh inning for his ninth straight win, Eloy Jimenez hit two three-run homers and Chicago pounded the New York Yankees 10-2 on Friday night. Giolito (10-1) gave up a solo homer to Luke Voit in the first, then shut down New York to win his eighth consecutive start. The right-hander gave up one run and four hits in his 11th straight outing without a loss since Seattle beat him on April 6. ''I called it a grinder game,'' Giolito said after his major league-leading 10th win. ''I didn't feel great. There were spurts where I was in sync, everything was coming out right. And then I'd regress. I was a little off. But grinded through it.'' He got a huge assist from the White Sox's batters, particularly Jimenez. The prized rookie has five homers in his past six games. He connected against CC Sabathia (3-4) in a four-run first and drove a rocket to center against Luis Cessa in the sixth, giving him three multi-homer games this season and two against the Yankees. He hit two in a win at New York on April 12. Jimenez finished with six RBIs - one shy of Joe Crede's club rookie record in 2002 - and three hits. Jose Abreu had three hits, scored two runs and drove in one. Yolmer Sanchez added two RBI singles as Chicago won for the fifth time in six games. The White Sox are 34-34, the first time they've been at or above .500 through 68 games since 2012. ''For us, we're going to keep pushing,'' Jimenez said. ''We're going to try to get a spot in the playoffs.'' Sabathia remained stuck on 249 wins and lost his third straight start. The 2007 AL Cy Young Award winner said he had trouble gripping his cutter and lasted 4 2/3 innings, allowing six runs (five earned) and 10 hits. Voit hit his 17th homer. But the Yankees lost for the eighth time in 11 games. ''Some nights it's been pitching,'' manager Aaron Boone said. ''Some nights we haven't been able to mount enough offensively. There's been a couple of games where we haven't played clean defense. We've just got to play better overall and do it as a group and when you're doing those kind of things, you start to mount some wins, especially with the people we have in there and what they're capable of.'' GIOLITO DELIVERS Giolito is trying to become the first major leaguer to make the All-Star team after finishing with the worst ERA among qualified pitchers the previous season, according to STATS LLC. He went 22 innings without allowing a run before Voit connected in the first. He drove the first pitch he saw to the batter's eye in center field. But the White Sox responded, with Jimenez delivering the big hits. Chicago scored four in the bottom half, sending nine batters to the plate. And Giolito did his part as the White Sox pulled away even though he didn't have his best command. ''That's one of the signs of a guy that puts himself in the elite status in terms of starters,'' manager Rick Renteria said. ''You know you're grinding on a particular day, don't feel like you necessarily have your best stuff, and you're able to still go out there and do a nice job of containing and minimizing damage. As we were all watching it, we're all amazed.'' TRAINER'S ROOM Yankees: The Yankees might have their most feared sluggers back in the lineup soon, after Aaron Judge (strained left oblique) joined Giancarlo Stanton (biceps, shoulder, calf) on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Friday. Judge, making his first rehab appearance, went 0 for 4 the designated hitter Friday night in a 16-3 loss at Durham. Stanton started in right field and hit a three-run homer off a building behind the left-field wall after the Yankees transferred him from Class A Tampa to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Judge has been sidelined since April 20, while Stanton has not played for the Yankees since March 31. ... LHP Jordan Montgomery threw batting practice Friday for the first time since Tommy John surgery on his left elbow on June 7 last year. White Sox: INF Yoan Moncada (tight back) was out of the lineup for the third straight game. Renteria hopes to have him back on Saturday or Sunday. UP NEXT Yankees: RHP Chad Green (1-2, 8.27 ERA) comes out of the bullpen to make his fifth start and 22nd appearance this season. White Sox: RHP Reynaldo Lopez (4-6, 6.21) tries to win his second straight start after holding Kansas City to one run in six innings on Sunday. --- More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP-Sports


Thinned by injuries and a recent retirement, the Bengals are on the lookout for offensive line help ( link via team website). Duke Tobin, the club's director of player personnel, says he'll be keeping his ear to the street over the coming weeks. "We'll have to find some. Some of the guys have to be able to play multiple positions," Tobin said. "While they're having to compete outside, they'll also have to compete inside. We're going to have to look and see. As we go through the cut-down process and look at the teams and have discussions, we'll see what if anything we can add to the group and if we add nothing, somebody in that group has to bubble up." It has been a rough stretch for Cincinnati. First, the club lost first-round left tackle Jonah Williams for the year to a torn labrum. Then, veteran guard Clint Boling retired due to a series of issues. Initially, the plan was to halt Cordy Glenn 's planned switch to the interior to fill in for Williams. Already, that wasn't ideal. Now, they're dangerously thin in the front five. Previously, head coach Zac Taylor expressed confidence in his current unit and indicated that they would find the help they needed from within . Now, we know that the Bengals will be keeping an eye out for available O-Linemen.


Newark will see a return of last week's warm temperatures in the coming days, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Temperatures will reach a high of 87 degrees today. The immediate forecast also includes light rainfall. Today's forecast shows the greatest possibility of rain at 99 percent, while the most rainfall is expected on Thursday at 0.16 inches. Skies will partially clear tomorrow, remaining partly cloudy through Wednesday. Winds are expected to reach a modest high of 13 mph tomorrow, while today will be quieter. 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.


Guatemalan officials confirmed Tuesday that comedian and surprise presidential frontrunner Jimmy Morales will face former first lady Sandra Torres in a run-off on October 25. The announcement capped a dramatic first-round vote rocked by the outgoing president's resignation and arrest on corruption charges, and a down-to-the-wire battle for the second spot in the run-off. Morales, an actor famous for playing a simpleton who nearly becomes president, won the first round on September 6 with 23.99 percent of the vote, according to the official results released Tuesday. After days of uncertainty over which rival he would face in the second round, officials said Torres, the ex-wife of former president Alvaro Colom (2008-2011), had edged millionaire businessman Manuel Baldizon, winning 19.75 percent to 19.38 percent. Morales, 46, is running for conservative party FCN-Nacion. Torres, 59, is standing for social democratic party UNE. Baldizon, a conservative lawyer who led in the polls for much of the campaign, had withdrawn from the race Monday, alleging fraud. Despite Morales's surge to the lead in the presidential race, Torres's UNE and Baldizon's Lider party gained the most votes in the congressional race. The campaign was upended by allegations that outgoing president Otto Perez, who was not seeking re-election, orchestrated a scheme in which businesses bribed corrupt officials to give them illegal discounts on their customs duties. After months of virulent protests, he resigned four days before the election after Congress stripped him of his immunity and a judge issued a warrant for his arrest. He is currently in jail awaiting trial, as is his former vice president, Roxana Baldetti, also charged in the investigation.


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The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) announced Friday afternoon it will release the body camera footage recorded by two officers involved in the fatal shooting of 19-year-old De'Von Bailey. The videos will be made public next week, after the El Paso County Sheriff's Office turns over the results of its investigation into the incident to the district attorney. "The footage scheduled for release captured the moments leading up to, including and immediately following the shooting," a joint statement from CSPD and the City of Colorado Springs reads. "As the releasing authority, CSPD has committed to releasing the footage only at such a time when it will not jeopardize or compromise the investigative or judicial process. We thank the community for its patience as we work through the process required to effectively investigate an officer-involved shooting." This comes just a few days after a surveillance video was obtained by the media showing Bailey's final moments after he was contacted by officers investigating a robbery. That video shows Bailey running away from two officers before throwing his arms back and ultimately falling to the ground. It's not clear if the footage shows Bailey being shot as the recording does not contain audio. According to a news release from the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, just after 7 p.m. Saturday, officers were dispatched following a report of a personal robbery in the 2400 block of East Fountain Boulevard. The victim identified two suspects to officers, the release says. According to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, officers contacted the suspects and during the encounter, one of them reached for a firearm. The sheriff's office said at least one officer fired a shot at Bailey, who had pleaded not guilty the week prior to a series of charges related to a sex assault case. It's unknown if the officers involved in the shooting had any knowledge of that previous case. Neighbors reported hearing as many as seven rapidly-fired gunshots. Mayor John Suthers issued a statement Tuesday evening that read, in part: "The City of Colorado Springs and CSPD recognize the concerns of many citizens of our community following the officer-involved shooting of Devon Bailey on Saturday night. It is in the best interest of everyone involved, and our entire community, to ensure that the incident is fully and effectively investigated and an appropriate conclusion is reached." The El Paso County Sheriff's Office, an agency that has historically worked very closely with Colorado Springs Police, is the lead investigative agency looking into the shooting. SUGGESTED VIDEOS | Local stories from 9NEWS


The Toronto Raptors have been a big problem for the Golden State Warriors because of their length. It is for this reason the Raptors have been dubbed the best defensive team the Warriors have faced during their five-year championship run. It has been heavily documented that the San Antonio Spurs, with Kawhi Leonard in the lineup in 2017, had the Warriors down by 25 points before Leonard fell to the ground in pain after landing on the foot of then-Warriors center Zaza Pachulia with 7:55 left in the third quarter. Per ESPN's The Undefeated reporter Marc Spears , Leonard described his ankle injury as "very painful": It's just hard to tell right now. I definitely couldn't go in that third quarter, with six minutes left. But we'll see how I get better each day. The Warriors were able to come back and beat the Spurs, 113-111, in route to sweeping San Antonio in the Western Conference Finals. After Game 1 of the series, Leonard sat out all but a handful of games during the 2017-18 season. Fast-forward of a couple of years, Leonard's new team, the Toronto Raptors, have a 3-2 lead over the Warriors. Both teams head back to Oracle Arena for Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Enter eight-time NBA All-Star Dwight Howard, who was linked to possibly signing with Golden State this past offseason. (The Warriors signed DeMarcus Cousins instead.) Howard was interviewed on the red carpet of the New York premiere of Shaft on Monday night by Brandon 'Scoop B' Robinson. During the interview, Howard shared why the Raptors have a 3-2 lead on the Warriors in this years NBA Finals: They have a lot of guys, who have been on teams that went to championships, and went deep in the playoffs and I think that experience has really helped them in this series. If you look at the roster of Toronto, they basically have every team that has beat Golden State. They got Memphis; they beat them during the playoffs. They have San Antonio, and they got Oklahoma City. So, they have three teams, who have competed against Golden State. So, I think all that knowledge that they learned from playing against Golden State over the years, they put it together with what Toronto is doing and they are killing. Toronto Raptors are beating Golden State because the Raptors added players on their roster who have beaten the Warriors in the past like Spurs & Grizzlies, @DwightHoward tells me. pic.twitter.com/U5ACsL0usk - Brandon 'Scoop B' Robinson (@ScoopB) June 11, 2019 Game 6 at Oracle Arena starts at 9:00 ET on Thursday and can be seen on ABC. MORE: Women's World Cup 2019, USA vs Thailand Live Stream, US Lineup, How to Watch World Cup Online, TV Channel, Start Time How Kevin Durant's Achilles injury alters Kyrie Irving's free agency Watch as jury convicts former NFL player Kellen Winslow Jr. of raping homeless woman News: Do Cowboys have best group of QBs across the entire league? Coach Matt LaFleur feels good about Packers' young, fast WR group