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Football and the art of telling lies (8 replies)

Small Heath Alliance 

All football clubs have issues, all managers are one-eyed, all those who take money from the game are keen to protect their own interests but the sheer amount of bare-faced lying in football really does my swede in tbh. It's so prevalent that for someone to tell the truth (or at least their version of it) they have to do it anonymously or in 'an explosive tell-all' autobiography written well after they've left the game. I don't really understand how or why fans can remain loyal to a sport that constantly bullshits them.

Shrewd signing: 49ers’ Goodwin now paying big dividends

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

After he had a momentum-shifting drop in a season-opening loss to the Panthers, 49ers wide receiver Marquise Goodwin sounded undeterred. “I know we’ll have many more opportunities because I’m fast as hell,” Goodwin said on Sept. 10. “And I’m going to keep running fast as hell.” Goodwin’s turnaround from a shaky start didn’t happen overnight, but three months later this is clear: He’s enjoying one hell of a season. After spending his first four seasons... Читать дальше...

Man City haven't won anything yet – Gundogan

FourFourTwo.com 

Ilkay Gundogan stressed that Manchester City have not won anything yet this season despite a stunning run of form that has seen Pep Guardiola's men open an 11-point lead at the top of the Premier League. City's record-breaking sequence of 14 successive Premier League wins was capped by a 2-1 victory over rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. While Jose Mourinho said the title race is "probably over" after that derby defeat, Gundogan and City will not be taking their eyes off the prize with 22 league matches remaining. Читать дальше...

7 ways to avoid the dreaded winter cold

New York Post 

You tried so hard to avoid it but it’s happened to you – you caught the pesky winter cold. And now you’re thinking “I don’t have time to get sick” while frantically looking for ways to get rid of a cold. A cold is a mild viral infection of the nose, throat and sinuses. It...

UConn-bound guard doing it all for Salesian

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

There couldn’t be a better high school basketball tournament in the state, Salesian-Richmond boys basketball coach Bill Mellis said. Especially when you win it. The Chronicle’s top-ranked team won three games at last week’s 64th Gridley Invitational Basketball tournament, including a 69-43 defeat of Capital Christian-Sacramento for the championship. Capital Christian began the season ranked No. 8 in the state by Cal-Hi Sports. Connecticut-signee... Читать дальше...



Judge bars ex-Speaker Hastert from being alone with minors

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

CHICAGO (AP) — A judge has ordered Dennis Hastert not to have contact with anyone under 18, unless another adult is present who is aware of revelations that the former House speaker abused high school students decades ago. Those are among new conditions a federal judge approved for 75-year-old during two years of supervision after recently completing his 15-month prison term in a hush-money case that uncovered the abuse allegations. He left a Minnesota federal prison in July and remained on home confinement until August. Читать дальше...

Willian insists Chelsea will fight Manchester City to the end to defend their Premier League title - The Independent

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Willian insists Chelsea will fight Manchester City to the end to defend their Premier League title
The Independent
Willian insists Chelsea will not give up on the Premier League title after they bounced back from their defeat to West Ham United with a 3-1 win at Huddersfield Town. Antonio Conte wrote off his side's hopes of defending their crown in the wake of ...
Conte says comments writing off Chelsea's title defence were dose of realismBelfast... Читать дальше...

Kentucky woman charged with killing husband says son beaten

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

NEW CASTLE, Ky. (AP) — Police say a Kentucky woman is accused of shooting her husband in the back of the head as he slept. She says the man had assaulted their 4-year-old son. The slaying happened at the couple's home in Henry County Sunday night. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports 34-year-old Tasha Bentley has been charged with murder and evidence tampering. State Police say she used her personal weapon, a silver Ruger with a purple grip, to kill 33-year-old Gary Bentley. Tasha Bentley later told... Читать дальше...

…shed some light

Paper Blog 

Yesterday, the 2017 Golden Globe nominations were announced, and while there were the usual discussions of surprises and snubs, one particular oversight stung a little bit more than usual.

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Bride dies from infection hours after marrying love of her life

New York Post 

A tragic bride died from a bacterial infection linked to meningitis just hours after getting married to the love of her life. Jamieka McCarthy Harford, 26, died after falling ill during her wedding ceremony on Saturday in Auckland, New Zealand. Photos depicted the smiling bride walking down the aisle on a sunny golf course in...

University of Oklahoma regent ignites outrage, protest

Times Union 

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Embattled University of Oklahoma Regent Kirk Humphreys said Tuesday that he has no plans to step down from his post despite calls for his resignation after comments he made comparing gay people to pedophiles. The real estate developer and former Oklahoma City mayor told The Associated Press in an email that it wasn't his intention to compare homosexuality with pedophilia. "I apologize for my lack of clarity and realize this has resulted in a strong reaction by some and has hurt people's feelings," Humphreys wrote. Читать дальше...

University of Oklahoma regent ignites outrage, protest

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Embattled University of Oklahoma Regent Kirk Humphreys said Tuesday that he has no plans to step down from his post despite calls for his resignation after comments he made comparing gay people to pedophiles. The real estate developer and former Oklahoma City mayor told The Associated Press in an email that it wasn't his intention to compare homosexuality with pedophilia. "I apologize for my lack of clarity and realize this has resulted in a strong reaction by some and has hurt people's feelings," Humphreys wrote. Читать дальше...

Five things to know about potential Twins trade target Chris Archer

«Star Tribune» (startribune.com) 

As the Twins ponder ways to bolster their starting rotation, one pitcher in particular seems to make the most sense for them to pursue this offseason: Tampa Bay’s Chris Archer. Indeed, this pursuit appears to be very real. Our own La Velle E. Neal III reported Tuesday morning from Day 2 of MLB’s Winter Meetings that their interest in trading for the 29-year-old righthander is legitimate. As this situation unfolds, here are five things to know about Archer and how he might fit with the Twins: *Repertoire: Archer is a classic power pitcher. Читать дальше...

Lacazette dropped as Wenger hints at starting Giroud against West Ham

Arsenal News 

Arsenal News HQ brings you the latest Arsenal news, match analysis, transfer news, injury news, team news and rumours from trusted media outlets around the World. Olivier Giroud has now scored 17 goals in games he’s not started but Arsene Wenger sees him as much more than an impact substitute: Wenger has this to say on Giroud’s record from the bench: “He is not a sub for me, he is a regular player, but I have plenty of good strikers and you cannot play all of them together.” “I speak to all of my players... Читать дальше...

MLB trade rumors: Tigers getting closer to trading Ian Kinsler

MLB Daily Dish 

Detroit hopes to get a deal done soon.

The Tigers are “getting closer” to dealing veteran second baseman Ian Kinsler, according to Jason Beck of MLB.com.

“We’ve gotten to the point where names have been exchanged,” Detroit general manager Al Avila said to Beck. “We just can’t agree.”

This news comes a day after Avila said he expected a deal to get done, according to Evan Woodbery of MLIve Media Group. One of the clubs that expressed interested in Kinsler was the Mets.

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Bad news for Tottenham as Spurs boss confirms key ace set to be sidelined until February

Caught Offside 

Player sustained injury against Real Madrid last month Ace set to be out until February according to Mauricio Pochettino 28-year-old could miss Champions League clash against Juventus SEE MORE: Video: BBC pundits propose two ideal Tottenham targets to reinforce Pochettino’s side Tottenham have been dealt a huge injury blow, after manager Mauricio Pochettino confirmed that key […]

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Navy evaluates options for Honolulu's Red Hill fuel tanks

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. military has prepared detailed evaluations for six options to prevent leaks from 20 large fuel tanks in Honolulu. The tanks at Red Hill date to World War II and sit atop an important aquifer. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Hawaii state Department of Health say the Navy submitted the analysis last week. A public workshop to discuss the report will be held in the spring. Options include restoring existing tanks, lining the tanks and installing tanks within tanks. Читать дальше...

Cute Father-Daughter Dance Will Have You Smiling All Day

ViralNova 

Father-daughter dances aren't just for weddings anymore! For many, it was the song of the summer 2016, so it's no surprise that Justin Timberlake's "Can't Stop the Feeling," has this pint-sized diva and her father busting a few moves. This dancing duo took over their living room to give one of the cutest performances I've ever seen. It's obvious how much these two enjoy spending time with each other and dancing like no one is watching. After taking the Internet by storm, these dance partners took... Читать дальше...

A commentator really sang to LiAngelo, LaMelo, and LaVar Ball to welcome them to Lithuania

SB Nation: Toronto Raptors 

This is amazing.

LiAngelo and LaMelo Ball signed with a small Lithuanian club on Monday to start their professional basketball careers. To introduce them, a broadcast team from Lithuania sang a rendition of “Welcome to Lithuania” at the Vytautas game and it’s beautiful.

Please listen:

This LKL TV commentator felt like @Lavarbigballer, @MELOD1P and @LiAngeloBall needed a special welcome to Lithuania and burst into song at the beginning of the broadcast of today's Vytautas game. Читать дальше...





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