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Former SIU president named to community college board Brewer said during that time, Poshard was able to secure several grants for the southern Illinois community college, which serves about 7,000 students.

Samsung previously stated that its initial findings point to a production error on the plates within the Galaxy Note 7 battery cells, making it possible for both opposite poles to make contact, which then leads to excessive heat and, ultimately, to the phone catching fire or exploding. Samsung’s statement to Korean authorities may have given the general picture on what’s causing some handsets to explode, but here’s another explanation behind the controversial batteries.

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After a fortnight of Olympic excitement, the superhumans have taken the stage: the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games are well underway. The previous edition in London 2012 was a phenomenal success, with record numbers of ticket sales, broadcasters and TV viewers.

Apart from the unprecedented magnitude of the event, the London Paralympics were distinguished by another special feature: after a 12-year-long absence, sports for people with intellectual impairments were once again included in the program. Читать дальше...

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Case Keenum waited five years to begin an NFL season as a starting quarterback. When he finally got the chance with the Los Angeles Rams, his first start was haunting.

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Case Keenum waited five years to begin an NFL season as a starting quarterback. When he finally got the chance with the Los Angeles Rams, his first start was haunting.

(AP) — Case Keenum waited five years to begin an NFL season as a starting quarterback. The Rams can't wait much longer to cure the profound offensive ineptitude of their opening 28-0 loss to San Francisco. Keenum's 17-for-35 performance for 130 yards and two interceptions was just one faulty part of a creaky Los Angeles offense that produced 10 punts and a turnover on downs. With the 49ers loading up their run defense while daring Keenum and his receivers to beat them, the Rams were the only NFL... Читать дальше...

Hick has signed a contract until March 2020, Cricket Australia said on Thursday.

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is playing China off against the U.S., not presenting a realistic plan, analysts reckon.

By Chang Jae-soon WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 (Yonhap) -- The United States should make absolutely sure to leave no doubts about its presence in South Korea and its security commitment there if it wants to prevent the Asian ally from seeking to arm itself wi

Blindspot kicked off Season 2 with a bang. Or rather, it kicked off with torture, a fiendish escape, and a high-speed motorcycle chase. The season premiere aims to bring in new viewers and satisfy returning ones, which is why showrunner Martin Gero also directed the episode. We spoke with Gero about what he calls the “brutal marathon” of filming 23 hours of feature-film-quality action a year and why it was worth it to risk burning out to make the episode.

Blindspot kicked off Season 2 with a bang. Or rather, it kicked off with torture, a fiendish escape, and a high-speed motorcycle chase. The season premiere aims to bring in new viewers and satisfy returning ones, which is why showrunner Martin Gero also directed the episode. We spoke with Gero about what he calls the “brutal marathon” of filming 23 hours of feature-film-quality action a year and why it was worth it to risk burning out to make the episode.

As the U.S. economy enters its eighth year of its recovery from the Great Recession, one major factor is slowing its growth: Government gridlock.

Julianne Moore and Jessica Alba step out in style for the Ralph Lauren fashion show held during 2016 New York Fashion Week at Skylight Clarkson Sq on Wednesday (September 14) in New York City. The ladies were joined in the front row by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Annabelle Wallis, and Haley Bennet. PHOTOS: Check out the latest [...]

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers efficiently pushed aside the Cincinnati Reds.

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers efficiently pushed aside the Cincinnati Reds.

Businesses identify issues such as tax code reform in survey by Harvard Business School

Businesses identity issues such as tax code reform in survey by Harvard Business School

Rep. Steve King from Iowa told Newsmax TV that Colin Kaepernick's support of Black Lives Matter is "undermining patriotism" and that his "activism is sympathetic to ISIS."

You know what's better than a good sweet pop song? When it gets a bit twisted. A lot of Angel Olsen's songs have a total sweetness to them but it's no secret that sugar in its granulated form is gritty. There's quite a few songs on her new album that remind the listener of that.

China's official People's Daily newspaper called the US an "enormous obstacle" Wednesday, saying Washington has no right to lecture Beijing over North Korea, as US actions are the reason for continued tensions on the peninsula.

Several people expressed concern Wednesday about the possibility of mixing alcohol sales and shooting at a property on the northeast corner of 134th and O streets.

Over 4,000 athletes from more than 160 countries are competing in 528 medal events in 22 different sports at the 2016 Paralympic Games.

Een van de belangrijkste onderzoekers in de zaak van de 43 vermiste Mexicaanse studenten is opgestapt. Het gaat om Tomás Zerón, die lange tijd een centrale rol speelde in het onderzoek dat nog altijd gaande is. Waarom hij is vertrokken is niet bekend gemaakt.