Новости за 24.01.2018

U.S. diplomat Bill Richardson resigned Wednesday from an international board that advises Myanmar on the Rohingya crisis, charging the panel was not committed to change in the Southeast Asian country. “It appears that the board is likely to become a cheerleading squad for government policy, as opposed to proposing genuine policy changes that are desperately needed to assure peace, stability and development in the Rakhine State,” he said in a statement. Richardson, a former U.S. ambassador to... Читать дальше...

For the first time ever, LMB helped to foster the growth of bicycling initiatives around the state with the launch of a Micro-Grant Program. The response to the program was overwhelming. This year, LMB was able to narrow down the applicants to ten amazing organizations with unique programs that promote bicycling or bicycling safety in their area. We are pleased to share their stories and how our Micro-Grant funds are helping them further their own missions, moving us all toward a more bicycle friendly state. Читать дальше...

From SABR member Rob Neyer at Yahoo! Sports on January 24, 2018:

The Baseball Hall of Fame’s got a Marvin Miller problem.

Every few years, Marvin Miller’s on a Hall of Fame ballot and he’s not elected, and for a day or two there are stories all over the internet about the former executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association not getting elected.

It’s not a huge problem. Baseball fans aren’t going on hunger strikes. Cooperstown’s economy isn’t about to collapse. Читать дальше...

Former U.S. diplomat Bill Richardson resigned Wednesday from an international board that advises Myanmar on the Rohingya crisis, charging the panel was not committed to change in the Southeast Asian country. “It appears that the board is likely to become a cheerleading squad for government policy, as opposed to proposing genuine policy changes that are desperately needed to assure peace, stability and development in the Rakhine State,” he said in a statement. Richardson, a former U.S. ambassador... Читать дальше...

The first 15 minutes of “Mom and Dad” establish their teenage daughter, Carly, as unbearable. She steals from her parents, and lies; and when her long-suffering mother (Selma Blair) bemoans that they are no longer “best friends,” the daughter lashes out and says that it’s not her fault that mom has no life. The movie gets us to the point that we’d willingly see the mother strangle the daughter, precisely as the movie reveals that that is, sort of, the idea. In a plot choice worthy of M. Читать дальше...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The owner of a $300,000 Ferrari is suing Marriott International, saying a hotel valet gave his keys to a young man who was trying to impress a woman he just met. The Tampa Bay Times reports that 73-year-old attorney James “Skip” Fowler parked his yellow 458 Italia Spider outside the Vinoy...

Indianapolis radio host Dan Dakich reported hearing from an anonymous source who heard information about Louisville's appeal in the Andre McGee case.

• Former USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar was sentenced to up to 175 years in prison on Wednesday at the conclusion of a seven-day sentencing hearing.
• Just before sentencing Nassar, Judge Rosemarie Aquilina read from a letter that Nassar had recently written, arguing that it was evidence that he had not come to terms with his crimes.
• The courtroom crowd could be heard reacting with shock and horror at multiple points as Judge Aquilina read back excerpts.

Former... Читать дальше...

Roma have rejected an offer from Chelsea for Edin Dzeko but are open to further discussions over the striker's future. Sporting director Monchi confirmed the Giallorossi's stance on Wednesday following an approach from the Premier League champions. Chelsea have been heavily linked with a double swoop for Dzeko and team-mate Emerson Palmieri as Antonio Conte seeks to strengthen his options. But they will have to improve their bid if they are to prise 31-year-old Dzeko away from Stadio Olimpico. Читать дальше...

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — The U.S. treasury chief welcomed a weaker dollar on Wednesday, breaking with a decades-long commitment by the U.S. government to back a strong dollar. The comments led to an immediate, sharp drop in the value of the dollar in currency markets. "Obviously a weaker dollar is good for us as it relates to trade and opportunities," Steven Mnuchin said during his visit to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Mnuchin was in Davos to seek investment from businesses and... Читать дальше...

FA CUP WEEKEND COMPETITION

As there is no Predict 6 or Leeds Correct Score comps this Saturday, we'll go with this one with two addititional scoring opportunites

Rules

3 points - for the correct score
3 points - if you predict the correct score on your (NAP) selection
1 point.. - for the correct result
1 point.. - for predicting either of the teams goals scored

DON'T FORGET TO NOMINATE YOUR NAP MATCH PREDICTION

Friday

Sheffield Wednesday 3-0 Reading
Yeovil... Читать дальше...

FA CUP WEEKEND COMPETITION

As there is no Predict 6 or Leeds Correct Score comps this Saturday, we'll go with this one with two addititional scoring opportunites

Rules

3 points - for the correct score
3 points - if you predict the correct score on your (NAP) selection
1 point.. - for the correct result
1 point.. - for predicting either of the teams goals scored

DON'T FORGET TO NOMINATE YOUR NAP MATCH PREDICTION

Friday

Sheffield Wednesday 3-0 Reading
Yeovil... Читать дальше...

FA CUP WEEKEND COMPETITION

As there is no Predict 6 or Leeds Correct Score comps this Saturday, we'll go with this one with two addititional scoring opportunites

Rules

3 points - for the correct score
3 points - if you predict the correct score on your (NAP) selection
1 point.. - for the correct result
1 point.. - for predicting either of the teams goals scored

DON'T FORGET TO NOMINATE YOUR NAP MATCH PREDICTION

Friday

Sheffield Wednesday v Reading
Yeovil... Читать дальше...

FA CUP WEEKEND COMPETITION

As there is no Predict 6 or Leeds Correct Score comps this Saturday, we'll go with this one with two addititional scoring opportunites

Rules

3 points - for the correct score
3 points - if you predict the correct score on your (NAP) selection
1 point.. - for the correct result
1 point.. - for predicting either of the teams goals scored

DON'T FORGET TO NOMINATE YOUR NAP MATCH PREDICTION

Friday

Sheffield Wednesday v Reading
Yeovil... Читать дальше...

Medicaid costs for expansion enrollees increased 20 percent after two and a half years, according to a report from Avalere Health.

Milan (AFP) – Lazio powered past Udinese 3-0 in Wednesday’s delayed Serie A fixture to boost their push for a Champions League spot next season. The Romans overran Udinese in a game that had been rescheduled from November 5 because of rain in the capital to pull three points clear of fourth-placed Inter Milan. Simone Inzaghi’s side are eight points behind leaders Napoli after 21 games and seven adrift of champions Juventus in second. Despite the absence of leading scorer Ciro Immobile through injury... Читать дальше...

Serena Williams called on Tennys Sandgren to apologise on Wednesday after the unheralded American exited the Australian Open amid a backlash over his political views.

St. Louis, Missouri - January 24, 2018 - The 2018 St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Preseason Coaches poll was released this afternoon.  Heading the polls was Greenville University, with a total of 76 points and four first place votes. The Panthers justed edged out Westminster, who received five first place votes, but finished with 75 total points in the poll.

Shondaland may very well implode soon, as the first look from the “Scandal” and “How to Get Away With Murder” crossover special teases a tense meet-up between Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington) and Annalise Keating (Viola Davis). In a photo obtained by Entertainment Weekly, Liv and Annalise are seen entering a conference room in a way that suggests they both mean business (as per usual). But this time it’s sure to be even more personal for TGIT fans, who are already dealing with their emotions over... Читать дальше...

Arsene Wenger refutes claims that Arsenal have made contact with Borussia Dortmund over a move for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Arsene Wenger hints Alexis Sanchez's move to Man United is all but done, exclaiming, 'You cannot drive up north and as well play football.' Borussia Dortmund manager Peter Stoger says he wants clarity over Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's future as soon as possible. Seemingly unhappy at Dortmund and set for a January move to Arsenal, the Gabon international has been left... Читать дальше...

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Throughout the years, people have been inundated with books and infomercials about diets that lower your weight, increase your energy, get you pregnant, and a number of other promises that can not be guaranteed from food and food alone. 

Although one or two of these diets have stood the test of time, many fall into the fad category: they are popular for a minute, but become obsolete the minute they are proven to be ineffective and — in some cases — dangerous. 

From elimination plans to juice cleanses... Читать дальше...

From SABR member Aaron Gleeman at Baseball Prospectus on January 24, 2018:

The Maine mother of two who was killed while driving herself to the hospital at nine months pregnant to be induced to deliver her third child leaves behind her newborn baby boy — who miraculously survived but is still in critical condition.

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• Women at Yale feel reporting a claim of sexual assault to the university triggers a process that is silencing.
• One student who reported an allegation of sexual assault said she fears she could be punished just for talking about it.
• Students responding to allegations of sexual misconduct also feel they've been sworn to secrecy.

Reporting an allegation of sexual assault to Yale University triggers a process that women on campus say is silencing. Читать дальше...