There was a time when Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was discussed among the very best head coaches in the NFL. His ability to put a successful product on the field is a big reason he enters his 13 season in charge of the Steelers. But after a playoff win drought and missing the playoffs completely last season, where does Tomlin rank? According to Jared Dubin of CBS Sports, Tomlin is hanging onto the top 10 but just barely. Here's what Dubin had to say about Tomlin checking in at No. 10. Tomlin's career regular season record of 125-66-1 is one of the best in NFL history. That .654 winning percentage is 16th-best all-time among qualified coaches, and among active coaches, only Bill Belichick's percentage is better. The Steelers have been a regular playoff presence during Tomlin's career, advancing to the postseason in eight of his 12 seasons and finishing with at least a .500 record every single year. Pittsburgh has been to two Super Bowls during his tenure, winning one, though they have not been the AFC's Super Bowl representative since 2010. With such accolades, why is Tomlin's ranking so low? There are really two aspects to this. First is the drama. The media has grabbed onto this notion of Tomlin not being a great leader based on the recent incidents and run with it. Hopefully, the roster purge will allow the team to focus just on football and we will really see what Tomlin is capable of as a leader when he isn't at odds with petulant players. Another reason Tomlin gets dinged is that the team needs to finish. With all the talent on this roster, the expectation is deep playoff runs every season and when this doesn't happen, there will always be questions. Do you agree with Tomlin being ranked this low or does he need to prove he is a top coach again this season? Let us know in the comments below. MORE: Poker player loses brutal 31 million chip hand with pocket aces at 2019 WSOP Main Event Three Potential Landing Spots for Chris Paul The perfect storm: Andre Iguodala a possible return to the Warriors 9 unintended consequences that could happen with a 16-18 rule regular season News: Major trade target at safety, levels to Cowboys WRs, NFL's best RB


A fully albino giant panda has been filmed roaming bamboo forests in China -- the first ever recorded in the wild, according to experts. CNN's Michael Holmes reports.


Broncos linebacker Joe Jones will miss several weeks after injuring his triceps in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game. Medical testing revealed a partially torn triceps, Mike Klis of Denver's 9Sports reports, but Jones will not need surgery to repair it. Jones, 25, is a core special teams player. He played all 16 games last season, seeing action on 25 defensive snaps and 346 on special teams. He ended the season with 15 tackles. Jones appeared in seven games with the Broncos as a rookie in 2017. He entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Cowboys in 2017. Jones also spent time with the Chargers and Seahawks before catching on with the Broncos.


From a life science networking event to a salsa dancing social, there's plenty to enjoy in Cambridge this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar. Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. Larger than Life Science: Going Virtual From the event description: Join LaunchBio's Larger Than Life Science for a free series at LabCentral this Wednesday. Socialize, network with life science and healthcare innovators and stay for a beer. When: Wednesday, July 17, 4-7 p.m. Where: LabCentral, 700 Main St. Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Fit + Fabulous Outdoor Series From the event description: Get fit during a full body endurance workout this Wednesday at the Fit + Fabulous Outdoor Series, featuring Orangetheory. Please bring your own mat. When: Wednesday, July 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: 100 CambridgeSide Place Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets WuXi NextCODE's Summer Social From the event description: Learn about drug discovery and A.I. analysis services while getting the chance to meet WuXi NextCODE's expert team during this summer social at Cambridge Brewing Company. When: Wednesday, July 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Cambridge Brewing Company, 1 Kendall Square Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Los Hacheros at Tambo Salsa Social From the event description: Salsa dance with New York-based band Los Hacheros this Friday night. The band's Puerto Rican rhythms combine with folkloric style and a bit of group improvisation. When: Friday, July 19, 8 p.m. Where: Dante Alighieri Society of Massachusetts, 41 Hampshire St. Admission: $25 Click here for more details, and to get your tickets This story was created automatically using local event data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Things have not gone as planned for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Amara Darboh. After getting selected in the third round of the 2017 NFL draft, Darboh was almost exclusively a special teams player his rookie season, hauling in just eight receptions for 71 yards. He was cut the following summer, and after spending a few days with the Patriots, he ended up back with the Seahawks and on injured reserve for all of 2018. Now he's healthy and competing for a job on a team that just drafted three new wide receivers to help fill the void left by franchise icon Doug Baldwin, who was released. However, while that is a daunting task, coach Pete Carroll likes what he has seen out of Darboh so far this year. "Darboh looks great," Carroll commented on Tuesday after OTAs. "He's back in the fold now so he goes right back into the competition of it." Carroll mentioned Darboh despite not being asked specifically about him, which is a good sign that he's been paying attention to how the former Michigan product has been performing. Still, with Tyler Lockett and David Moore joined by rookie wide receivers DK Metcalf, Gary Jennings and John Ursua, not to mention several returning players, including Jaron Brown and Keenan Reynolds, the road ahead is a long one for Darboh to find his way back onto the active roster. MORE: Alex Trebek had a classic response to James Holzhauer's 'two dimes' wager New Packers OLB coach raves about rookie Rashan Gary 49ers LB roles change with new defensive front Gerald McCoy free to sign, many see Cowboys as great fit NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players


NASCAR makes its first visit of the season to Kansas Speedway this weekend for a pair of races that will be under the lights: Friday night's Truck Series race and Saturday night's Cup event. According to a Goodyear media release: " The track surface at Kansas Speedway has quietly weathered over the past several years, evidenced by the fact that in both of their races in 2018, Monster Energy NASCAR Cup teams experienced two seconds of tire fall-off over the course of a full fuel run. Having said that, the 2019 aerodynamic package with higher downforce has resulted in slightly less tire fall off this season, as the cars slide less in the corners. Still, four-tire stops should be the norm in the race, making the pit crews a critical part of a team's success. Added Greg Stucker, Goodyear's director of racing: "The right-side tire we are running at Kansas is the same one the Cup cars ran at Las Vegas and Texas earlier this season, and it is formulated to wear more. After its repave in 2012, the track surface at Kansas has finally felt the effects of the weather and has started to age and generate more fall off. We expect this tire combination to rubber-in the track from bottom to top, creating multiple racing grooves along the way." N OTES: While teams in both the NASCAR Cup and Gander Outdoors Truck Series will run the same right-side tire code at Kansas this weekend, each series will run its own left-side code. For the Cup cars, this is the same left-side tire code they ran at Dover last weekend, while this right-side tire code was run at both Las Vegas and Texas earlier this season, compared to what was run at Kansas last year. B oth of these tires feature construction updates that bring them into line with what is run at other tracks, while this right-side moves teams to a single tread tire vs. a multi-zone tread. Trucks: This is the first time teams have run this left-side tire code. Compared to what the Trucks ran at Kansas in 2018, this left-side code features a construction update to align with other speedways and a compound change to give the Trucks more grip. Trucks ran this right-side tire code at Texas in March. It features a construction update and moves the trucks from a multi-zone tread to a single tread tire vs. Kansas 2018. Both series: As on all NASCAR ovals greater than one mile in length, teams are required to run inner liners in all four tire positions at Kansas. Air pressure in those inner liners should be 12-25 psi greater than that of the outer tire. Here's the tire info for this weekend's races: Tire: Goodyear Eagle Speedway Radials. Set limits: Cup   3 sets for practice, 1 set for qualifying and 9 sets for the race (8 race sets plus 1 set transferred from qualifying or practice). Trucks   6 sets for the event. Tire Codes: Cup   Left-side -- D-4868; Right-side   D-4796. Trucks   Left-side   D-4880; Right-side   D-4796 Tire Circumference: Cup   Left-side -- 2,227 mm (87.68 in.); Right-side -- 2,251 mm (88.62 in.). Trucks   Left-side -- 2,227 mm (87.68 in.); Right-side -- 2,252 mm (88.66 in.). Minimum Recommended Inflation: Cup   Left Front -- 22 psi; Left Rear -- 22 psi; Right Front -- 52 psi; Right Rear -- 50 psi. Trucks   Left Front -- 24 psi; Left Rear -- 22 psi; Right Front -- 52 psi; Right Rear -- 50 psi. Follow @JerryBonkowski


Whitney Austin was on a conference call, walking in to the Fifth Third Bank in downtown Cincinnati last fall, when she was shot multiple times. "I just thought, 'I have to get home to my family, I have to get home to my children,'" Austin remembered thinking after being shot. It's exactly what Austin shouted to a nearby police officer who would ultimately pull her to safety. A gunman had opened firing in the lobby, killing three people. Austin, shot 12 times, survived. In the days that followed, she created Whitney Strong a nonprofit dedicated to fighting gun violence. "I'm going to spend every day moving forward trying to pay back that miracle that was granted to me because who gets that chance? Barely anyone. So I recognize how lucky I am," Austin told WLKY. She has traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers and she's working with fellow survivors, while educating others on how to survive and save a life through tourniquet trainings. The Whitney Strong organization has three main goals, according to Austin: suicide prevention, preventing prohibited persons from gaining access to firearms and getting extreme risk protection orders for Kentucky and Ohio. While she has garnered national attention, she says her biggest fans are her husband and two young children. "They'll tell you, 'Mommy works on teaching people how to use tourniquet,' and, 'Mommy works on preventing gun violence,' so they get it and they're supportive. They think it's cool. Mommy's Whitney Strong." Austin says she is proudest of being a mother. She recently announced she would be ending her career with Fifth Third Bank to focus more on family and her foundation. "If I ever want to for a second forget this happened to me, all I need to do is look at my body. Those (the scars) are things that will be with me forever, that will continue to drive me to fight this," she said, adding, "I don't want this to happen to people I love. I don't want this to happen to people I don't know. It's an extremely traumatic situation and I want to help others avoid it at all costs." A fundraiser has been planned for Sept. 6, the one-year anniversary of the shooting, at the Ali Center. To learn more about Whitney Strong or make a donation, visit WhitneyStrong.org . READ MORE: Fifth Third shooting survivor dedicates herself to fighting gun violence CHECK OUT WLWT: Stay in the know. Get the latest Cincinnati news, weather and sports from the team at Ohio's own WLWT.


Arguably the biggest move any team made this offseason was when the Raiders traded for All-Pro receiver Antonio Brown. After moving Amari Cooper for a first-round pick midway through the 2018 season, the Raiders needed to add a dynamic No. 1 receiver in the worst way. Brown is arguably the best receiver in the league, and his success will rely on his relationship and connection with new quarterback Derek Carr. Through a few mini-camps and OTA practices, it appears that Carr and Brown are already on the same page. According to Raiders.com senior writer Eddie Paskal , the two are already clicking. The Raiders starting quarterback (Derek Carr) found the All-Pro wide receiver (Antonio Brown) numerous times throughout the two-hour session, and I must say, watching AB practice in person is truly a treat. I know we won't get a full picture of what Carr and Brown are capable of being until the regular season, but man, the pair looks locked in through one day of Minicamp. While mini-camp practices are really glorified walkthroughs, it is encouraging to see these two working together so well this early in the offseason. Oakland's success as a team in 2019 will likely ride on how potent this combination can be. At this stage of the offseason, the Brown trade couldn't be going any better for the Raiders. MORE: Most bizarre and incredible catches by fishermen in past decade NBA trade rumor rankings: Rockets on the move? Packers rookie CB Ka'dar Hollman impressing early with press coverage Chris Jones, Chiefs front office must overcome obstacles to reach contract extension Roundup: David Ortiz Shooting Suspect in Custody; Frozen 2; Alabama Chemical Castration Law Related slideshow: NFL minicamp highlights (Provide by imagn)


These stars got candid about their battle with the tick-borne disease AVRIL LAVIGNE In her 2015 PEOPLE cover story , the singer revealed she had been battling Lyme disease for a year. "I had no idea a bug bite could do this," said Lavigne, who believes she was bit by a tick in 2014. "I was bedridden for five months." In a 2019 PEOPLE story, Lavigne   whose foundation is working with various Lyme disease organizations to raise money and awareness for the cause   said she was feeling well . "It gave me a purpose," she added of her journey, "and made me find myself all over again." "When you go through something like that, you realize how fulfilling simple things are   things I could do anymore, like being able to get up in the morning and go to the kitchen and grab a cup of coffee," she added. "It taught me patience; it taught me being more present. That was a beautiful lesson." SHANIA TWAIN As a legend in the country music world, Twain kept vocal struggles under the radar so as to not worry her fans. Her singing voice   which she's had to regain and retune from the damaging effects of dysphonia, the result of Lyme disease   is improving. "I was very scared for a little while that I wouldn't sing again, ever," she told PEOPLE. "I went through that moment, but I found a way. I found a way to do it." Using her voice to sing now, she says, requires lengthy warmups and physical therapy that's "very, very difficult." DEBBIE GIBSON While Gibson is finally achieving her dream of competing on season 25 of Dancing with the Stars , the singer admits her Lyme Disease will most likely make the experience a challenging one . "I can't be cavalier with my body," she told PEOPLE. "I can't just push myself without thinking what what happens next. [Lyme Disease] can affect my stamina." But there's a silver lining: after fighting the disease for four years, Gibson knows her physical strengths and weaknesses. "I've always been in tune with my body," she said. "But the last few years have helped me learn where I can push my limits. I'm going to choose to think of that as an advantage!" ALEC BALDWIN Baldwin took the stage as Master of Ceremonies at the Bay Area Lyme Foundation's 2017 gala, LymeAid, where he got candid about his struggle with the illness. "I really thought this is it, I'm not going to live," he said of his condition . "I was alone, I wasn't married at the time, I was divorced from my first wife. I was lying in bed saying, 'I'm going to die of Lyme disease,' in my bed and 'I hope someone finds me and I'm not here for too long.' " YOLANDA HADID Quite possibly the most prominent figure in advocating for Lyme disease awareness, the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star has spoken out about her diagnosis onstage, on social media and in her 2017 book, Believe Me: My Battle with the Invisible Disability of Lyme Disease . "This disease has brought me and many others to our knees, often wishing to die of utter hopelessness and exhaustion. Like I always say, you don't get it until you get it," she said at the Global Lyme Alliance Gala in 2016 . "It's hard for people to understand the invisible disability that owns our life especially behind the beautiful face that shines so bright on the covers of magazines." ANWAR & BELLA HADID Yolanda Hadid's kids, models Anwar and Bella, also suffer from the "invisible illness." In her speech at the 2016 Global Lyme Alliance, Bella explained how her passion for horseback riding   and many aspects of her life   have been hindered because of her Lyme battle. "It was my dream of my life and what I did every single day until I just stopped and realized I didn't have the brain power to ride horses anymore, so that was the end of that," Bella explained. "I know what it feels like to not want to get out of bed from bone pains and exhaustion and days on end of not wanting to socialize or be around people because the anxiety and brain fog just isn't worth it. After years of this, you begin to get used to living with the sickness, instead of getting cured and moving on with your life." BEN STILLER The actor was first diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2010   he suspects he contracted the illness on a trip to Nantucket, Massachusetts. "I'm symptom-free now," Stiller told The Hollywood Reporter in 2011, "but Lyme doesn't ever leave your system. It's a really tough thing." KELLY OSBOURNE In 2004, the star attended dad Ozzy's surprise 56th birthday party, which featured a reindeer sanctuary in the family's backyard. During the event, Kelly was bitten by a tick, which would go on to suffer from an array of symptoms, including a sore throat and stomach pains. "I've learned to advocate for myself when it comes to my health, and I trust my intuition," she wrote in her new memoir, There Is No F*cking Secret: Letters From a Bad*ss B*tch. "If I think something is wrong, I refuse to let anyone dismiss it. And sadly, I stay the f--- away from reindeer." ALLY HILFIGER "I was convinced that bugs were crawling in my body. I could feel them eating at my organs, my stomach and especially my brain," Hilfiger wrote in her new book, Bite Me: How Lyme Disease Stole My Childhood, Made Me Crazy, and Almost Killed Me , speaking of first being diagnosed with Lyme disease after being bitten by a tick in 1992 at 7 years old. "I wasn't me anymore. I was a weakly projected image of myself on a wall, crying out for someone to help me and figure out what was wrong."


Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson turned 30 last November, but he feels like his career is just starting to take flight. Rather than seeing it as halfway over already, he wants to double up on the seven seasons he's played through so far. Speaking with NFL.com's Michael Silver , Wilson opened up about his future plans. "Seven years has gone by so fast," Wilson said. "You think about just turning 30 years and what I have for the rest of my career   for the next 10-15 years   I'm just fired up about it. You think about some of the best quarterbacks of all time, guys like Drew (Brees), guys like Tom (Brady), who (are playing into their 40s). I really look up to those guys. There's so much more to do." When Silver asked specifically if that meant Wilson wants to play until he's 45, the quarterback replied, "Yeah, yeah. That's the goal. I'm just fired up for it." Wilson has stated a similar goal before and truly believes he can do it it. He also recently voiced a lofty goal that might just necessitate such a long career to accomplish. Seattle has invested plenty into Wilson as the unquestioned face of the franchise, agreeing on a contract that made him the richest man in NFL history . So far in his career, he has proved worthy of that deal. Already having won a Super Bowl, Wilson has never missed a single start while showing himself to be one of the most dangerous quarterbacks in modern league history with 196 touchdowns and just 63 interceptions in his first seven seasons.


Senate Democrats knocked President Trump's migrant detention policies after a visit to facilities along the U.S.-Mexico border on Friday and pledged to push for changes to the administration's handling of asylum seekers. More than a dozen Democrats, including Minority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.), toured facilities in McAllen, Texas, and met with acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan. "You need to change the policy from the top, that includes the president, that includes Mr. [Stephen] Miller, that includes the very top people at CBP," Schumer said during a press conference after the visits, referring to Customs and Border Protection. Schumer added that McAleenan had told them that 2 or 3 percent of immigrants coming into the United States are criminals but "if you listened to the president you would think all of them were criminals, they're not." Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), a member of the Judiciary Committee, called the situation along the border a "humanitarian crisis of Donald Trump's making." "The president uses language which is only about fear and smear and demonize and divide instead of leading the country in the right direction," added Sen. Bob Casey Jr. (D-Pa.). Friday's visit comes a week after Vice President Pence traveled with GOP lawmakers to the border. In a White House pool report, Washington Post reporter Josh Dawsey described seeing more than 380 men behind fences with no pillows or mats to sleep on and not enough space for everyone to lie down. Schumer said they were told that officials tried to "make things look better" ahead of their visit but described conditions as "awful." "We were told that they tried to make things look better the day before, 400 people were taken out of one facility yesterday. But even with that it's awful the conditions these people are placed in," he said. Democrats shared videos throughout their trip, including speaking with children and families currently detained along the border. In one video shared by Senate Democrats , Sen. Christopher Coons (D-Del.) asked a child through a translator if he's been able to brush his teeth. The child shakes his head no. "I am heartbroken by what I'm witnessing at the Southern border today," Coons added in a tweet about the exchange. Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) also shared a video of his discussions with a family he said had traveled for seven months with a baby from Honduras, which they left to flee gang violence. "These parents overwhelmingly face a choice: Stay and die, see my daughter raped or have my child put forcibly into a gang and if not they die," Menendez said during a press conference. "If that's my choice as a parent, as a grandparent I'm going to leave." Democrats pledged that they would push for changes to detention and asylum policies once they return to Washington next week, but any legislation faces an uphill path in the GOP-controlled Senate. "We still start the debate in the Senate Judiciary Committee about President Trump's proposal," said Sen. Dick Durbin (Ill.), the No. 2 Senate Democrat. "We are going to talk about what we saw today, what we saw with these family and these children." Schumer added that Democrats were ready to work with Republicans but said they had been "intransigent." "We'd like to work with the Republicans, but so far they've been intransigent," he said. "Donald Trump ... makes the Republicans afraid to come together with us."


While the Toyota RAV4 didn't perform as well as the Honda CR-V in our recent compact SUV comparison , it has now earned an award that sets it apart from chief rival, or so it seems. he 2019 Toyota RAV4 nabbed a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, beating the 2019 CR-V's regular Top Safety Pick status. Research the Toyota RAV4 There's a big caveat, however. The TSP+ award only applies to RAV4 Hybrid Limited models that are equipped with the available curve-adaptive LED projector headlights. These headlights earned a "Good" rating, but the other headlights in the RAV4 lineup didn't fare as well. The LED reflectors on the gas-only RAV4 and the Hybrid LE trim received a "Marginal" rating, while the static LED projectors on the Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XSE, and Hybrid Limited are rated "Poor." The CR-V's headlights are rated "Acceptable" or "Marginal" depending on the trim. Halogen lights on the LX, EX, and EX-L are "Marginal," while the LED reflectors on the Touring trim are deemed "Acceptable." Like the CR-V, the RAV4 earned "Good" scores in all crash tests. Fortunately, this doesn't vary based on trim. Both vehicles got a "Superior" score in front crash prevention, avoiding collisions in the 12-mph and 25-mph tests. But while this rating comes thanks to an optional safety system on the CR-V, the RAV4 earns it all with standard equipment. To qualify for a Top Safety Pick+ award, vehicles must score "Good" ratings in all six crash tests, in addition to an "Advanced" or "Superior" rating in front crash prevention and a "Good" headlight score. The lesser Top Safety Pick award requires vehicles to earn "Good" ratings in all crash evaluations except the new passenger-side small overlap front test , in which they can score "Acceptable." These vehicles also need an "Advanced" or "Superior" rating in front crash prevention, and an "Acceptable" or "Good" headlight rating. Read more about the 2019 Toyota RAV4 HERE . Source: IIHS Follow MSN Autos on Facebook and Twitter


Former NASCAR Chairman Brian France accepted a plea deal Friday to one count of misdemeanor DUI from his arrest last year in Sags Harbor, N.Y. and was sentenced to 100 hours of community service and must complete an alcohol education course before June 5, 2020. If he completes the requirements, France will be able to withdraw his plea of guilty and the charge will be reduced to a traffic violation of Driving While Ability Impaired. If he is unsuccessful, he will be sentenced on the misdemeanor conviction. "This case is a reminder for both residents and anyone visiting Suffolk County this summer that it is all of our responsibility to keep our roads safe," Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy Sini said in a statement. "It is not acceptable for anyone to be driving while drunk or on drugs in our community." France was arrested Aug. 5, 2018 on charges of aggravated driving while intoxicated and criminal possession of a controlled substance. France was the grandson of NASCAR found Bill France Sr. He took over as NASCAR CEO in 2003, replacing his father, Bill France Jr. Since his arrest a year ago, Jim France, Brian's uncle, has assumed the role as CEO and Chairman of NASCAR.


The Premier League is back, and after a slow start to the game, Spurs finally creaked past newcomers Aston Villa with a 3-1 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. Spurs started sluggishly, and Villa wasted no time in reminding the footballing world that they're back in the big time. John McGinn opened the scoring with a neat finish, but holding onto the lead would prove to be a mountain too high for the Villans to climb. It took Villa nine minutes to break the deadlock, and it took John McGinn nine minutes to be welcomed into the hearts of Premier League fans worldwide. You all thought he was a baller. Let's be honest we're all having McGinn over Ndombele   . (@SupaCFC) August 10, 2019 John McGinn is a baller; he's very much on my radar  #TOTAVL #FPL   FPL Chancer (Dan)  (@fplchancer) August 10, 2019  Mcginn is absolutely disgusting #baller   G.O.A.T. (@LeeVersesLee) August 10, 2019  John Mcginn is a baller   austin simon (@Austin__Simon) August 10, 2019  People that said to me John mcginn will struggle in the prem  Zzzzzzzzz   jamie insall (@InsallJamie) August 10, 2019  Announce John McGinn ballon d'or   ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) (@RobertoHollis) August 10, 2019 Hey Danny Rose. I don't like you. #TOTAVL   Bradington (@Bradthepsychic) August 10, 2019 A man who suffered a first-half battering online was England striker Harry Kane, as his struggles to find the net in August continued for another year. Kane missed a string of chances, and well, Twitter couldn't wait to point it out. Why did I pick Kane in my FPL team. Forgot about his August goal droughts...   6⃣ (@PrimeSadio) August 10, 2019 Harry Kane in August pic.twitter.com/ef2Wpt6N1u   Elliot  (@LacaSweat) August 10, 2019  Why did I pick Kane in my FPL team. Forgot about his August goal droughts...   6⃣ (@PrimeSadio) August 10, 2019 It's safe to say, some let Spurs' poor first hour get the better of them. Spurs are getting relegated #TOTAVL   Scott Manton (@ScottManton) August 10, 2019  VAR doesn't give #AVFC penalty after McGinn bundled over inside the box. Davinson Sanchez was rash and jumped all over him. Not given and seems questionable after replay https://t.co/pi6SN4EpxM #AVFC   Ashley Preece (@PreeceObserver) August 10, 2019 Thought VAR was supposed to sort decisions out. McGinn was absolutely clattered.    Simon says (@n7simon) August 10, 2019 But Spurs finally found an equaliser through new signing Tanguy Ndombele. A fantastic strike from outside the penalty area brought his side level, and you all loved it. Tanguy Ndombele is very good at the soccer. Every pass he makes finds the feet of a teammate, and he can also hit screamers. What a dude.   Phil Friend (@Phil_Friend) August 10, 2019  Rodri when he sees Sissoko, Ndombele, and Wanyama running on him on a counter pic.twitter.com/sVQKImq9gn   J'onn J'onzz (@GIBRILWILSON) August 10, 2019 What you man saying about Ndombele now   s (@SAM_SVK8) August 10, 2019 And then, right at the death, Harry Kane broke his dreaded curse (for a second season in a row). His two goals gave Spurs a battling victory, and kickstarted his season. If he's scoring in August, who knows what kind of season he's going to have! Harry Kane scores in August, curse broken confirmed   Jason Pattison (@JPATT92) August 10, 2019 KANE HAD AN AUGUST CURSE? SAID WHO?!?! BACK TO BACK GOALS BABY!!!   Lisa Karina Escalante (@InfinityInDays) August 10, 2019 It was a lethargic start to the season from Spurs, but three points are three points. And more importantly, they have Harry Kane amongst the goals, and looking as deadly as ever. Title race on, anyone? Spurs are title challengers   Mateo Estling (@mateoestling) August 10, 2019  If Eriksen stays and KWP works out at RB, this Spurs team has a legit shot to win a title.   Sonshine (@TheAdmiredBrah) August 10, 2019


There are plenty of other foods that you definitely want to cook before eating, and some of them might surprise you. You know to avoid raw meat and eggs. But there are plenty of other foods that you definitely want to cook before eating, and some of them might surprise you. Click through the gallery above to learn more. Potatoes Yes, this tuber-iffic mealtime staple should never be eaten raw! 'Eating potatoes raw can cause bloating and undesirable gastrointestinal effects, because potatoes contain starches that are resistant to being digested,' says Dr. Lisa Davis, the chief nutrition officer at Terra's Kitchen. (Cooking the potatoes successfully breaks down these starches.) Even scarier, if raw potatoes spend a long time in a warm or damp area, they can turn green and develop a toxin called solanine. If a potato appears to have green spots on it, you should avoid eating it altogether, because the solanine could cause food poisoning. Here are some other foods that are bad for your digestive health . Yucca One word: Cyanide! This root vegetable, a staple of South American cuisine, is packed with vitamins and minerals. But it's also hiding a sneaky, potentially lethal ingredient. The leaves and roots of raw yucca contain cyanogenic glycosides, chemicals that release cyanide when eaten. Yucca is still edible, but make sure you wash it thoroughly, rinse it, peel it, and cook it before consumption. Kidney beans Here's another normally healthy food that can be dangerous if eaten the wrong way. Red kidney beans are packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, but eating them raw can wreak havoc on your stomach. 'Uncooked kidney beans contain the toxin phytohemagglutinin, which can cause unpleasant gastrointestinal discomfort and symptoms similar to food poisoning,' says Dr. Davis. Make sure you boil kidney beans for at least ten minutes before eating them. Here are some more health benefits (and risks) of eating beans of all types . Hot dogs Hot dogs aren't the most nutritious food as it is, but eating them raw can be downright dangerous. It's a common misconception that, since they're pre-cooked, hot dogs can be eaten right out of the package like lunch meat. This isn't the case at all. According to the FDA , packaged hot dogs can become contaminated with the bacteria Listeria, which can only be killed by reheating the dogs. Here are some foods you might want to avoid eating altogether (because nutritionists avoid them) . Milk You might hear 'raw milk' and wonder what that could possibly mean. You don't cook milk! But raw milk is real, and it's dangerous. Milk that comes straight from a cow, without being pasteurized, can contain harmful bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella. According to the FDA , raw milk is 150 times more likely to cause foodborne illnesses than other dairy products. Plus, raw milk is one of the foods that are actually illegal in parts of the U.S. , so be sure that you're always buying pasteurized milk. Sprouts Sprouts they're so healthy! What could possibly be wrong with them? Well, alfalfa and radish sprouts can contain pesky harmful bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella , and Listeria. Sprouts are grown in warm, moist conditions where these bacteria thrive. Because of this, you should aim to buy your sprouts as fresh as possible; consider buying them locally or from a farmers' market. And, of course, wash them and cook them. Bitter almonds The almonds that we know and love are also called 'sweet almonds,' and there are some excellent health reasons to eat them. Bitter almonds are kind of like their evil cousin. They're a variety of sweet almonds, but they contain hydrocyanic acid, which is a dangerous combo of hydrogen cyanide and water. According to the Spruce , it would only take about 70 raw bitter almonds to kill a fully grown adult. Yikes! Thankfully, they're safe to eat if they've been cooked, and most U.S. grocery stores don't sell them. The likeliest places you'll encounter them are in almond extract and almond-flavored liqueurs. These are the 5 healthiest nuts you can eat . Flour You've probably heard, countless times, about the dangers of eating raw eggs and may have even been shooed away from raw brownie batter or cookie dough for that very reason. But the egg is only part of the problem; eating pre-cooked flour might be just as problematic. In recent years, the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified raw flour as a potential health hazard. During its journey from wheat stalk to supermarket shelf, flour may have come into contact with pathogens such as E. coli , which can only be banished by cooking whatever the flour is in. On the other hand, these are the foods you should be eating raw . Eggplant Approach raw eggplant with caution. Raw eggplant contains solanine, the same toxin that makes raw potatoes problematic. 'Young eggplants' in particular, or eggplants that were harvested early in their plant lives, contain the most of this toxin. You would have to eat a whole lot of raw eggplant to experience the unpleasant gastrointestinal effects of solanine poisoning, but you might want to go ahead and cook your eggplant anyway. Plus, some people may have allergic reactions to even small amounts of raw eggplant. You can safely ignore these 10 myths about food poisoning . Lima beans Similarly to kidney beans, lima beans should always be cooked thoroughly. Lima beans contain cyanogenic glycosides, a compound created to protect plants by releasing deadly hydrogen cyanide when chewed raw, according to National Geographic . Pits or seeds of apples, mangos, peaches, pears, or apricots Although it would take at least a cup of these ground seeds to poison someone, seeds from apples, mangos, peaches, pears, and apricots contain a chemical that can turn into organic cyanide. Here are the 7 foods food safety experts will never eat . Wild mushrooms Mushrooms contain a host of beneficial properties including antioxidants, B vitamins, and potassium, according to Healthline . Some doctors note, however, that heat is required to release some of these nutrients and benefits. Plus, raw mushrooms are known for being hard to digest, and they are among the most concentrated sources of a naturally occurring toxin, agaritine . Various studies and research found in some rat studies that agaritine has a carcinogenic effect. That said, cooking destroys these compounds so you can still safely eat the cooked variety. Rhubarb leaves These leaves contain a high level of oxalic acid a toxin that in high doses can cause kidney damage, various stomach problems, and even death, in rare occasions, according to Hampshire College . This 'anti-nutrient' interferes with iron, magnesium, and calcium too, the Independent reports. Similarly to fruit pits, a lethal dose of this toxin would be hard to consume naturally, but it's mostly people with kidney issues that should be concerned with avoiding these leaves, per Healthline . Next, check out these 8 rules food safety experts always follow . [Sources: Prevention , foodsforbetterhealth.com ]


As our planet makes its annual circuit around the sun, parts of the globe experience dramatic seasonal swings thanks to the tilt of Earth's axis. Between April and September, the northern hemisphere is tipped toward the sun, resulting in longer days and warmer weather. Destinations near and north of the Arctic Circle experience an astronomical phenomenon: the midnight sun . In addition to picture-perfect views and lingering sunsets, visitors can enjoy late-night hikes, wildlife watching tours, and arts festivals to celebrate the extended days. Plan a trip around the June 21 solstice , when the sun is visible for 24 hours in the northernmost destinations. Here are nine places to bask in the sun this summer. Reykjavik, Iceland Iceland may be known for its dazzling displays of the northern lights during winter, but the extended summertime days transform the landscape. Make Reykjavik your base, and enjoy a late-night soak in the iconic Blue Lagoon or a local geothermal pool. Plan an evening hike to Öxarárfoss Waterfall in the nearby Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site , where soft solar rays turn the misty spray golden. Get your blood pumping with a kayaking excursion in Faxaflói Bay, or spot wildlife with family-owned Katla Whale Watching. When to go: The midnight sun is visible from July 16 to 29. Snag tickets to the Secret Solstice Festival , a music festival from June 21 to 23. Where to stay: Stay at the artsy 101 Hotel or book the Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel , which is within walking distance of all of Reykjavik's main attractions. Fairbanks, Alaska While you can experience extended days as far south as Anchorage or the Inside Passage (which most cruises navigate), Fairbanks shines brightest. The best way to reach the city is by train; begin your journey in Anchorage and head north on the Alaska Railroad . Make a stop in Denali National Park for moose and bear watching before continuing north to Fairbanks. Between mid-May and late July, the sun dips beneath the horizon for only a few hours each night perfect for long days of exploring. When to go: Plan your trip around June 23, 2019, for the Midnight Sun Festival in Fairbanks. Where to stay: Book a room at the historic Hotel Captain Cook or Anchorage Grand Hotel . Abisko, Sweden Abisko is home to the Aurora Sky Station and epicenter for aurora experiences in northern Sweden . During summer months, the sun bathes the town in up to 24 hours of sunlight per day. Between late June and mid-July, the Aurora Sky Station offers scenic chairlift rides up the mountainside. Enjoy a three-course dinner before going on a guided hike to the top of Mount Nuolja, where you can take in sweeping views of the arctic landscape. When to go: Experience the midnight sun in Sweden between late May and July. Where to stay: Book a room at Abisko Guesthouse in town or Abisko Turists tation near Abiskoational Park. Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway The best place in Norway to revel in the sunshine is as far north as possible: Longyearbyen on the Svalbard archipelago, where the sun doesn't set for four months. Head to Svalbard Bryggeri , a craft brewery on the Longyearbyen waterfront, to sip on a cold beer while enjoying ocean views. Book a wildlife watching cruise online before you go, and keep an eye out for whales and walrus , which are more common during the summer months. When to go: The sun doesn't set between mid-April and mid-July. Where to stay: Stay at Funken Lodge for glacier views, or book the rustic Mary-Ann's Polarrigg , which is within walking distance from everything in town. Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada The summer months bring lingering sunny days across northern Canada . Whitehorse is a great base for setting out on a road trip north up the 445-mile Klondike Highway to gold rush-era Dawson City; the highway roughly follows the route taken by prospectors during the 1898 Gold Rush. For a different view, book a flightseeing tour over Canada's tallest mountain and neighboring glaciers in Kluane National Park, which is a two-hour drive from Whitehorse and a UNESCO World Heritage site . When to go: Visitors will experience longer days between late May and early July, but it never gets darker than dusk from June 15 to 27. Where to stay: Book a room at one of the city's cozy B&Bs, such as Northern Lights Resort & Spa right outside town, or Hidden Valley Bed & Breakfast in Whitehorse. Helsinki & Beyond, Finland Wander among Helsinki's Neoclassical-style buildings or catch a ferry between nearby islands as one day seamlessly melts into the next. In May, June, and July, Finland's capital city experiences almost 19 hours of daylight. Further north in Lapland , near towns like Rovaniemi and Sodankylä, you can celebrate the Finnish way : with bonfires, dancing, a late-night sauna, and polar plunge. When to go: The sun doesn't set in Rovaniemi between early June and early July. Plan your trip around the Midnight Sun Film Festival in Sodankylä, which takes place from June 12 to 16 this year. Where to stay: Stay at design-forward Klaus K Hotel or book a room in Hotel Lilla Roberts , which is housed in an elegant historic building. Nuuk, Greenland For travelers who want to get off the beaten path, there's no better choice than Nuuk, Greenland , which is accessible by international flight from Iceland and Denmark. Book a glacier and whale watching tour , try your hand at dog-sledding , or watch the perpetual sunset illuminate the colorful houses of the Myggedalen neighborhood in a golden glow. Head to the end of Isaajap Aqqutaa road in Myggedalen for the picture-perfect view. When to go: While daylight hours are stretched throughout the summer, the sun is visible at midnight from June 17 to 29. Where to stay: Book a room at Greenland Escape for an intimate, cozy stay. Head to the Hotel Hans Egede for a more upscale experience. St. Petersburg, Russia Russia celebrates the midnight sun with an annual arts festival during the weeks surrounding the summer solstice in June. St. Petersburg launches the celebration with fireworks and the Scarlet Sails, a red-draped ship that cruises down the banks of the Neva River. Festivities include classical ballet and music performances in the city's famous theaters and outdoor venues. Book tickets early for " Stars of the White Nights ," a series of ballet and opera concerts at the Mariinsky Theatre. When to go: It never gets darker than dusk between early June and early July, but there's no better time to visit than for the White Nights Festival , a series of concerts from July 11 to 13. Where to stay: Splurge on the Hotel Astoria for a taste of St. Petersburg's glamorous past. Faroe Islands, Denmark The Faroe Islands have long attracted travelers with striking landscapes and picturesque towns. Hop on a ferry from the capital city of Tórshavn to the neighboring island of Nólsoy for a hike to its notable lighthouse . Enjoy Faroese hospitality over dinner, or heimablídni , by sharing a meal with a local in their home. For dreamlike vistas, hike or drive to the Múlafossur waterfall on the island of Vágar, where you can enjoy the endless twilight. When to go: It never gets darker than dusk in the Faroe Islands between early June and mid-July. Plan your trip for the Jóansøkan midsummer celebration from June 21 to 23 in Tvøroyri. Where to stay: Relax at Hotel Tvøroyri or Havgrím Seaside Hotel in the capital of Tórshavn.


The State Department confirmed to Fox News the latest American tourist to die in the Dominican Republic -- reportedly a New Jersey man whose body was found on his hotel room floor. Joseph Allen, 55, of Avenel, New Jersey, was found dead last Thursday morning, WABC reported. A State Department official told Fox News: "We can confirm the death of a U.S. citizen in June 2019 in the Dominican Republic. We offer our sincerest condolences to the family for their loss. Out of respect for the family during this difficult time, we do not have additional information to provide." "They found him on the floor," Allen's sister Jamie Reed told the news outlet. "He had been there for a while. Rigor mortis had set in, and he was cold." Allen had complained about hot at a pool and left to take a shower; he went to bed early and was found dead the next day, the report said. His family didn't return phone calls or emails from Fox News. The popular Caribbean vacation destination has been grappling with a rash of deaths of U.S. tourists in their hotel rooms at various resorts. Families of the tourists said they were generally in good health. Of the seven other recent deaths that have become publicly known so far, Dominican investigators said five were caused by a heart attack. In the case of the other two -- an engaged Maryland couple found dead on May 30 -- a final report on the cause of death was pending. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP In nearly all of them, officials said there were signs of pulmonary edema -- a condition in which the lungs fill with fluid. The tourists ranged in age from 41 to 67. The Dominican Ministry of Tourism has denounced what it has called an overreaction to what it characterized as coincidental.


Wolves have officially unveiled their new home kit for the 2019/20 campaign, with last season's light gold colour replaced with a darker shade. Manufactured by adidas for the second season into a four year agreement, the new home shirt has changed sponsorship after Wolves signed a two year deal with Malta-based betting company ManBetX, replacing previous sponsors W88. CoinDeal, however, have remained the sleeve sponsors for the Wanderers, who have qualified for the second qualifying round of the upcoming Europa League campaign, having finished seventh in the Premier League last season. Introducing the new @adidasfootball Wolves home kit for 2019/20! Pre-order  https://t.co/7jGZTNw9vo pic.twitter.com/ahENfDAnsZ   Wolves (@Wolves) July 4, 2019 Describing the kit design in detail, Wolves' website stated : '' The adidas shirts are made of a specific fabric to absorb moisture from the skin and keep the body dry and fresh until the final whistle, meanwhile the material is 100% recycled polyester. ''The shorts, which are 86% recycled polyester, will feature a Wolves crest on the front right leg and a gold adidas logo on the rear of the left leg, as well as tonal stripes running down the sides of both legs. ''Finally, the home socks will be black for the first time since 2008 and will feature gold adidas stripes at the top of the Climacool, tech-fit technology socks.''  @rubendsneves_ X @JoaoMoutinho Pre-order  https://t.co/7jGZTNw9vo pic.twitter.com/uEb0LIxniN   Wolves (@Wolves) July 4, 2019 Priced at £55, the new home kit is available for pre-order online at shop.wolves.co.uk and becomes available for purchase at a special event at Molineux Megastore on 9 July at 6pm. As explained by the club's website : ''On the night, using augmented reality, supporters can pose in front of a backdrop board outside the Wolves Museum and appear to be joined by Wolves players.''


No police footage is available of a shooting involving officers and a serial robbery suspect. The shooting happened around 10:24 a.m. in the area of Ruckriegel Parkway and Watterson Trail. Louisville Metro police said officers were making a traffic stop on a man believed to have been involved in several area business robberies. That man has been identified as Djuantez Anthony Mitchell, 30. When officers stopped Mitchell, he struck a Louisville Metro officer who was outside his vehicle, and then hit an unoccupied Jeffersontown police cruiser, police said. Then, officer Bryan Arnold fired multiple shots at Mitchell, police said. Arnold is a pilot but was assisting the robbery unit while his chopper was down for maintenance, according to LMPD officials. Arnold was working undercover, so he was in plainclothes and was not wearing a body camera. He was also in an unmarked car that did not have a mounted camera, police said, meaning at this time, there is no police video of the encounter. The driver was taken to University Hospital, where he later died, police said. Investigators have not yet determined whether the shooting was justified. They said Arnold has been placed on administrative reassignment. READ MORE: LMPD identifies officer, serial robbery suspect involved in fatal confrontation CHECK OUT WLKY: Live. Local. Late-Breaking. Get the top Louisville news, weather and sports from the team at WLKY   online, anytime.


The Dallas Cowboys are uncertain of running back Ezekiel Elliott's status for the beginning of the 2019 season, but the vibe is more positive to start Wednesday than it was on Tuesday. The All-Pro running back met with commissioner Roger Goodell to discuss the Vegas incident on Tuesday . Elliott then went on to release a statement following the meeting. If Elliott misses any time it would be a huge blow to the Cowboys offense. NFL.com analyst Adam Schein published a column listing the NFL's most indispensable offensive players for the 2019 season . He does this same column every year, one thing he notes is that he never lists quarterbacks. Here is the reason he does not include quarterbacks. Type "indispensable" into Dictionary.com, and here's the first definition that pops up: absolutely necessary, essential, or requisite. If finding players who embody those words is the goal, and I allow myself to include quarterbacks, well, then the entire list will be quarterbacks. What's the fun in that? Schein lists four running backs, three wide receivers, one tight end and one offensive guard. Elliott is the second back listed, ranking third overall behind WR DeAndre Hopkins and RB Todd Gurley. Zeke makes Dak. Never get it twisted. And Elliott makes the Cowboys a contender to go deep into the playoffs, as a game-changing back and the perfect complement to one of the best defenses in the league. Elliott has been in the NFL for three seasons, and in each of those years, he's paced the league in rushing yards per game. He's also a potent weapon in the pass game, fresh off a season that saw him set career highs in catches (77), yards (567) and touchdowns (3). Not to mention, he stones opposing QB hunters in pass pro. In today's NFL, committee backfields are the norm. But Elliott's a true bell cow, the motor that Dallas' entire game plan revolves around. Two of the last three seasons Elliott has won the NFL rushing title. In both of those seasons he only played in 15 regular season games. With the emergence of new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, the hope is that he doesn't just make quarterback Dak Prescott a better player in 2019. But make Elliott and the entire offense better as a whole. You can follow Corey on Twitter @CoreyClarkRadio. MORE: 'You don't know me like that': Kevin Durant, the Warriors and a toxic locker room USWNT fans had so much fun dunking on Piers Morgan after World Cup win over England Stephen A. Smith: 'Andre Iguodala is planning on joining the Lakers' Amari Cooper: Some routes he wanted 'weren't a part of the game plan' VIDEO: Alyssa Naeher Makes Unbelievable Save to Preserve U.S. Lead Over England


Eight contestants won the 2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee Thursday night, sharing a historic co-champion title. Anita Beroza waits for her turn before she spelled the word pleurisy correctly. Robert Foster spelled the word pratincolous correctly. Adrian James Beltran, 13, from Yigo, Guam sits with other participants during the preliminaries test round of the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 29, 2018. Noah Dooley spelled the word Guarnerius correctly. Isabella Padilla celebrates after she spelled the word amphivorous correctly. Jessie Godbee spelled the word palaeophile incorrectly. Nicholas Lee congratulates Caitlin Higuchi who spelled the word pompier correctly during the 2017 Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 29, 2018. Medina Miranda spelled the word nephelognosy correctly. Assana Thompson spelled the word de facto correctly. Shria Halkoda spelled the word omnilegent incorrectly. Jaden Zhang from Canada spelled the word wamara correctly. Jayden Lee spelled the word ornithofauna correctly. Abby Zheng spelled the word carambola correctly. Sophia Nguyen, left, Aaron Marcev and Sania Naik watch the competition after they spelled their words during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Charles Millard spelled the word germon incorrectly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, Tuesday. Nicole Tsygan spelled the word Lithuania correctly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Charles Millard spelled the word germon incorrectly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Shruthika Padhy spelled the word Midlothian correctly. Kabir Muthu spelled the word politico correctly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Luke Suko spelled the word derailleur correctly. Maggie Sheridan spelled the word dictamina correctly. Obiora Ude spelled the word stoichiometric correctly. Addison Champion spelled the word burin incorrectly. Adom Appiah spelled the word paronomasia correctly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center on Tuesday. Anushka Kulkarni spelled the word constatation incorrectly. Fourth grader Harini Logan from Texas spelled the word terek correctly. Finn Irving, 7th grade, from Virginia spelled the word Rhône correctly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Tuesday. Seventh grader Eleanor Tallman from Texas spelled the word plenary incorrectly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Sixth grader JahQuane Graham from the U.S. Virgin Islands spelled the word Beringia incorrectly. Srivatsav Nemmani looks pensive as he waits in his seat after spelling the word refugium correctly. Naysa Modi from Texas spelled the word triturate correctly. Aaron Ehsan, fifth grade, from Texas waits for his turn before he spelled the word papillote correctly. Akash Vukoti from Texas spelled the word Tibetan correctly. Ruba Hidayath spelled the word unmelodious correctly. Third grader Akash Vukoti takes the stage for his turn to spell a word. David Firestone spelled the word cremini correctly, Tuesday, during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Liam Nyikos spelled the word chiaroscuro correctly. Seventh grader Carter Herron from West Virginia spelled the word nymphaea correctly. Robert Foster spelled the word intertribal correctly, Wednesday during the Bee. Daniel Larsen spelled the word niagara incorrectly. Noah Dooley stretches while he waits for his turn before he spelled the word blogosphere correctly. Assana Thompson reacts after she spelled the word burgeoning correctly, Wednesday. Isaac Phillips spelled the word cardialgia incorrectly. Arin Bhandari chats with Jaskarn Singh after Arin spelled the word congratulatory correctly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Saisurya Lakkimsetti from Oklahoma spelled the word bonspiel correctly. Abby Zheng participates, Wednesday, at the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Peyton Hand walks to the microphone before he spelled the word procrustean incorrectly. Marisa Langley spelled the word hyperkinetic correctly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Abby Zheng is asked the word multiloquious. Abby Zheng misspelled the word multiloquious. Lyla Heising spelled the word finial incorrectly, Wednesday, at the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Awwab Azam spelled the word invocation correctly. Shifa Amankwa-Gabbey spelled the word vicennial incorrectly. Ranitha Kumarasinghe celebrates with a dab dance move after he spelled the word aspirator correctly. Ryan Smith walks to the microphone before he spelled the word impassivity incorrectly. Fifth grader Jasper Ralph from Massachusetts spelled the word statistician incorrectly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Ryan Presler spelled the word puerile incorrectly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Wednesday, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Natalia Lutz spelled the word miserly incorrectly. Sixth grader Alecia McCulley from Missouri spelled the word emblematic correctly. Tanay Nandan spelled the word suppliant incorrectly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Landon Gibson spelled the word cybernated correctly. Lauren Guo from Colorado spelled the word poutine correctly. Cameron Keith, 12, from Boulder, Colo., stretches during a break during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Amith Vasantha from California has spelled the word cembalist correctly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Paul Hamrick from California spelled the word adiaphonon correctly during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee, Thursday, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Simone Kaplan from Florida spelled the word carmagnole (street dance during the time of the French Revolution) incorrectly during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Simone Kaplan, 12, from Davie, Fla. celebrates with other competitors making it to the evening round of the final. Nicole Tsygan from Maryland spelled the word debellation incorrectly. Snehal Choudhury from Ohio returns to her seat after she spelled the word cantal correctly. Marisa Langley from Florida greets other spellers as she walks off the stage after she spelled the word hausen incorrectly. Christopher Serrao from New Jersey spelled the word grunion incorrectly. People take photos of the competitors who made it through to the evening round of the final during the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Aisha Randhawa from California spelled the word Marseilles correctly. Pranav Nandakumar from Texas spelled the word octophthalmous correctly. Phoebe Smith, 12 and Melodie Loya, 13 during a break during the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Naysa Modi from Texas spelled the word quica correctly. Jashun Paluru reacts after a video featuring him is shown. Karthik Nemmani, from Texas, spelled the word koinonia correctly to win the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Karthik Nemmani, from Texas, spelled the word koinonia correctly to win the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Sravanth Malla reacts after he spelled the word cento incorrectly. Karthik Nemmani spells the word koinonia correctly to win the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Naysa Modi, left, and Karthik Nemmani are the last two contestants. Karthik Nemmani gets a kiss from his father, Krishna Nemmani, after he won the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Karthik Nemmani is greeted by his family after he won the 2018 Scripps National Spelling Bee.


Aftershocks of the magnitude 7.1 earthquake near Ridgecrest have been creeping into areas close to two major earthquake faults, a development that is generating interest and some concern among seismologists over whether it could trigger another huge temblor. Both faults are capable of producing new earthquakes of magnitude 7 or greater. The U.S. Geological Survey says the chance of an earthquake of magnitude 7 or greater from the July 5 earthquake is 1 in 300   " possible, but with a low probability." Some aftershocks have rumbled northwest of the Searles Valley earthquake, approaching the Owens Valley Fault. That fault triggered an earthquake of perhaps magnitude 7.8 or 7.9 in 1872, one of the largest in California's modern record. Felt as far away as Los Angeles and Sacramento, the 1872 earthquake killed 27 people   1 out of every 10 people in the mining camp of Lone Pine   and destroyed 52 of 59 houses there. The Ridgecrest aftershocks have also headed southeast toward the Garlock fault, a lesser-known fault capable of producing an earthquake of magnitude 8 or more. The fault along the northern edge of the Mojave Desert can send shaking south and west into Bakersfield and Ventura and Los Angeles counties. "Those are places we would be more concerned," U.S. Geological Survey research geophysicist Morgan Page said. "Little earthquakes are telling us where big earthquakes are more likely." No one can predict exactly when and where the next big earthquake will occur in California. Some quakes can trigger seismic activity on nearby faults, but it's not a given. Triggered temblors Perhaps the most famous example of triggered earthquakes in California occurred in 1992. An April 22 magnitude 6.1 earthquake in Joshua Tree National Park began a quake sequence that migrated north in the coming months. Then on June 28, an earthquake 63 times stronger ruptured   the magnitude 7.3 Landers earthquake with an epicenter more than 25 miles northeast of Palm Springs. A sleeping 3-year-old toddler died after being struck by a collapsing chimney during a sleepover. Three hours later, a magnitude 6.3 quake struck about 20 miles west, just a few miles away from Big Bear . "We always worry when seismicity picks up very close to a major fault or if it's at the end of a major fault   whether it'll push it enough to start a major rupture," Caltech seismologist Egill Hauksson said. Ridgecrest earthquake packed the power of 45 nuclear bombs, but its impact was muted » Sometimes fears of seismic triggering don't materialize. The Easter Sunday magnitude 7.2 quake of 2010 directed tectonic stress toward Southern California from Mexico. There was concern about a potential triggered quake on the Elsinore fault, capable of a magnitude 7 quake, which extends into Orange County and the Los Angeles area and could produce devastating damage to the region. But seismic activity eventually ended before it reached that fault, Hauksson said. Quake epidemic There's a rule to seismology that will probably come as a disappointment to many   earthquakes don't actually reduce the risk of future quakes; they increase them. "Every earthquake actually increases the probability of more earthquakes," Page said. In fact, earthquake scientists actually model quakes like disease epidemics. "It's based on the idea on how a contagion spreads to a population," she said. "Earthquakes are like that … in general, if there are a lot of earthquakes going on, it's more probable for a large earthquake to go on." While earthquakes do relieve stress to some areas around them, we become less safe after earthquakes because they "redistribute the stress and can push other faults in the area to failure," Page said. 4.9 aftershock rattles Ridgecrest in aftermath of two major quakes » One big observation so far has been that there's now a line of seemingly missing earthquakes between the northern end of the July earthquakes and the southern end of where the Owens Valley fault finished rupturing in 1872. "That's a kind of thing seismologists can get nervous looking at. It's got to be filled in," said USGS seismologist Susan Hough, who has researched the Owens Valley fault extensively. "There's certainly room to put another earthquake." A seismic boundary Both the July quakes and the 1872 Owens Valley quake lie in one of California's great seismic zones, the Eastern California Shear Zone, which generates earthquakes as a result of the southwestern part of California sliding up northwest, toward Alaska, compared with the northeastern part of the state. (Yes, that does mean that eventually, L.A. will be right next to San Francisco a long time from now.) The San Andreas fault gets the most attention because it's the main boundary between the Pacific and North American plates. But "there's other fault systems that slice California into ribbons," Hough said, including the Eastern California Shear Zone, which carries a good chunk of the earthquake burden needed to accommodate that tectonic plate movement. The zone covers a swath of California from Palm Springs to the Owens Valley east of the Sierra Nevada, "and we know there have to be big earthquakes eventually everywhere across this zone," she said. But it's far from certain that the next big earthquake will happen on either of these two faults. The Eastern California Shear Zone isn't just one single through-going fault; there's a bunch of faults there that slip over time. And it's possible that other faster-moving faults might be better candidates to move in big quakes next, Hough said. One might be the Garlock fault. A simulation of a hypothetical magnitude 7.7 earthquake on that fault would bring severe shaking to towns across the Mojave Desert and send strong shaking to Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley. Ridgecrest earthquakes caused damage to Earth's crust seen from satellite » Another fault might be one underneath the valley sandwiched between Owens Valley and Death Valley   the Panamint Valley fault, according to some recent analysis conducted in recent weeks, Hough said. But there are other plausible scenarios as well   earthquakes lighting up south of the July earthquakes and north of the 1992 Landers quake. Or the next big quake could strike somewhere with no connection to the July quakes at all, say, a devastating temblor on the San Francisco Bay Area's Hayward fault. "The bottom line is we don't ever have a crystal ball," Hough said. "The next earthquake may be something that no one sees is coming." Aftershock clues Despite the limitations in what scientists can glean from tracking aftershocks, it's still worth doing. "Most big earthquakes have foreshocks. It's extremely common," Page said. One notable example was small quakes before the magnitude 6.3 Big Bear quake of 1992. "It's lighting up areas where there's more stress to be relieved." The reason why the Garlock fault is one that scientists are concerned about is that the seismic strain on it accumulates at one of the faster rates in California. It's in a category a notch below the most worrisome faults in the state   the San Andreas, San Jacinto and Hayward. How could a Ridgecrest earthquake kill someone 95 miles away in Nevada? » The Garlock fault hasn't ruptured in a big way in the modern historical record, but paleoseismic work suggests that the average time between earthquakes of at least magnitude 7 on the central part of the fault is about every 1,200 years, Page said. But there's huge variation in that average. Sometimes, only 200 years can pass between major quakes there; other times, 2,000 years can go by before a repeat performance. The last time a big earthquake is believed to have hit the Garlock fault is roughly 465 years ago, give or take about a century.


Rodrigo Marreiro Lopes was in São Paulo, Brazil, with his dog. At one point, Rodrigo called his dog and the animal performed an incredible parkour trick on the wall after jumping over a gate.


The White Sox aren't planning to offer pending free-agent first baseman/designated hitter Jose Abreu a contract extension this season, Bruce Levine of 670 The Score reports. However, the club and Abreu have long been open about their desire to stay together past this year, so it's possible an agreement will occur over the winter. Abreu is on the verge of wrapping up the six-year, $68M contract he signed out of Cuba in October 2013. Believe it or not, that still ranks as the richest deal the White Sox have ever distributed. Abreu, now 32 years old, has more than lived up to the pact. He owns a .290/.346/.510 major league batting line with 168 home runs and 19.4 bWAR/16.3 fWAR across 3,660 plate appearances. Not only has Abreu's aggregate production been tremendous, but he has emerged as a revered clubhouse presence during his five-plus seasons on the South Side of Chicago. General manager Rick Hahn acknowledged Abreu's behind-the-scenes importance last month, saying, " It's sort of that more touchy-feely, emotional side of things in terms of knowing the value that he has in this clubhouse and the leadership skills, the softer benefits that he brings to the club, that affects your valuation of a guy like that." Of course, the fact that the White Sox hold Abreu the person in high esteem doesn't guarantee they'll keep the player. The club has been amid a rebuild for a large portion of Abreu's tenure, but if it wants to make a legitimate run at contending in 2020, it could try to upgrade over him. His lifetime 130 wRC+ suggests doing so would be difficult, though Abreu's output has been declining since 2018. His wRC+ through 451 PA this season sits at a career-worst 98, which has only outdone three qualified first basemen (possible Hall of Famers Joey Votto , Albert Pujols and Miguel Cabrera , mind you). Although Abreu has continued to hit for power (22 homers, .209 ISO), his perennially meager walk rate has fallen to a personal-low 4.4 percent. Abreu has struck out in nearly 24 percent of plate appearances at the same time, leaving him with a less-than-stellar .261/.297/.469 slash. On the other side of the coin, Abreu has been a Statcast darling this year. His .351 expected weighted on-base average crushes his real wOBA of .322 and ranks in the majors' 71st percentile. He also sits in the league's 70th percentile or better in expected batting average, expected slugging percentage, average exit velocity and hard-hit rate. Unless Abreu's actual production starts trending toward his Statcast figures over the next two months, it seems highly doubtful the three-time All-Star will match or exceed his current $16M salary in 2020. As things stand, he doesn't look like a great candidate for a qualifying offer, which was valued at a pricey $17.9M last offseason.


St. Louis is making some tweaks. While the Bruins have a defenseman on the shelf, the Blues are getting one back. So looks like Sundqvist in for Fabbri, Dunn in for Bortuzzo. #stlblues   Jeremy Rutherford (@jprutherford) June 3, 2019 Per those that follow the team, Vince Dunn's return is a boost for the Blues. Robert Bortuzzo hasn't been great, so this is probably an improvement. For the Bruins, they're going with the status quo: Brad Marchand - Patrice Bergeron - David Pastrnak Jake DeBrusk - David Krejci - David Backes Marcus Johansson - Charlie Coyle - Danton Heinen Joakim Nordstrom - Sean Kuraly - Noel Acciari On defense: Zdeno Chara - Charlie McAvoy Torey Krug - Brandon Carlo John Moore - Connor Clifton It'll be Tuukka Rask between the pipes, and he will be E.L.I.T.E. The new-ish look Blues will look as follows: #stlblues practice lines Schwartz-Schenn-Tarasenko Sanford-O'Reilly-Perron Maroon-Bozak-Blais Barbashev-Sundqvist-Steen Edmundson-Pietrangelo Bouwmeester-Parayko Dunn-Gunnarsson Binnington   Jeremy Rutherford (@jprutherford) June 3, 2019 One interesting note there: Zach Sanford , who played well on the 4th line in Game 3, has been elevated to the second line. Interesting. Let's do it!


Looking for the purrrfect way to spend your Sunday? If you're a cat lover, like local Minneapolis artist Jana Komaritsa, then the Mystery of Cats: Cat Art Festival is where you want to be. The Minneapolis festival, organized by Komaritsa, is a celebration of the mysterious feline. "I'm a very big cat person," she said, wearing a black shirt embroidered with white cat faces. "So I just love cats." According to Komaritsa, the festival will have more than 50 local artists presenting their artwork of cats created in all kinds of materials, along with artists doing face paintings of cats on attendees and live painting of cat portraits. "There will also be a merchandise table where artists can submit merchandise like prints and jewelry," she said. "And a craft station where kids can make cat art projects." The day also includes a silent auction, with proceeds going to support Diabetic Cat Help and Diabetic Cats in Need, two volunteer organizations that help fight feline diabetes. "My cat is diabetic and that's why I want to help those groups," Komaritsa said. "They helped guide me through the special treatments cats receive when they have diabetes." Komaritsa said she has loved cats since she was a little girl, and her current cat, Kitty, inspired her to move from just making customized cat jewelry for her website to organizing an event dedicated to celebrating people's affection for cats. "I'd done a few small events devoted to cats and cat art, but I always wanted to make it bigger," she said, "so I'm happy I'm able to do it now." While a lot of people feel like cats can be standoffish and too independent, Komaritsa said they've been her most supportive and comforting companions. "When I feel sad or depressed, my Kitty comes to me and soothes me and calms me with his cuddles," she said. "I just feel very comfortable being with a fluffy cat." The event is called Mystery of Cats as a play on the way cats have been depicted in history as difficult-to-understand animals with secrets, Komaritsa said. She also said artists honoring cats with paintings isn't a new phenomenon. "Artists way-back-when would show the worshiping of cat goddess Bastet, through sculptures and paintings." Cats have been celebrated in the Twin Cities before, of course. The Walker Art Center kicked off the cat craze in 2012 with the Cat Video Festival, which was a huge success with more than 10,000 people in attendance and media coverage from around the world. Then in 2016, the St. Paul Saints took over the event and moved it to CHS Field. Precious Fondren • 612-673-7101     ©2019 the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Visit the Star Tribune (Minneapolis) at www.startribune.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.


With the start of the 2019/20 season barely a month away, the release of FIFA 20 beckons. Barcelona endured a good season last time out, winning La Liga but missing out on the Copa del Rey and the Champions League. Given how the players performed last season, here's how they could be rated next time out. Marc Andre ter Stegen Position: Goalkeeper FIFA 19 Rating: 89 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 89 Barcelona's starting keeper Ter Stegen had another good season in goal for the La Liga giants. In the 35 appearances he made in La Liga he only conceded 32 goals and kept 16 clean sheets, helping Barca on their way to another top flight title. Neto Position: Goalkeeper FIFA 19 Rating: 84 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 85 Not a bad goalie to have in reserve for when/if Ter Stegen gets injured, eh? The Brazilian enjoyed a fine season with Valencia, earning a move to Camp Nou off the back of some great performances, and can expect a slight increase in rating. Samuel Umtiti Position: Centre Back FIFA 19 Rating: 87 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 86 Following his World Cup triumph with France, Umtiti had a disappointing season riddled with injury. Umtiti only made 13 appearances in La Liga and has been heavily linked with a move away from Barcelona, so it seems likely that his FIFA rating will decrease. Gerard Pique Position: Centre Back FIFA 19 Rating: 87 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 88 Pique had a very good season as Barcelona's first choice centre back as he re-established himself as one of the world's best defenders. After 47 appearances in all competitions, five goals and a La Liga title, Pique is worthy of an upgrade for the new season. Carles Alena Position: Central Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 70 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 75 Was trusted more and more by Valverde as the season went on and looks set for another year of progression during the 2019/20 term. It's not a card to set the world on fire, but he could just sneak into the gold rankings. Philippe Coutinho Position: Winger/Attacking Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 88 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 86 Coutinho had a disappointing season with Barcelona and looks nothing like the player he was when he signed from Liverpool for £142m. His return of only 11 goals and five assists in 54 appearances means it's likely his rating will drop by two points. Malcom Position: Winger FIFA 19 Rating: 83 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 81 Malcom endured a poor debut season for Barcelona, failing to make an impression under Valverde. After signing for £40m from Bordeaux many people were expecting big things from the Brazilian wonderkid, but he failed to deliver. After 15 appearances and just one goal in La Liga, we can expect Malcom to drop down a couple of ratings. Arthur Position: Central Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 82 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 84 After signing from Gremio last summer Arthur took to life well in Barcelona. The promising midfielder cemented a regular starting place, appearing 44 times. Arthur impressed with his short intricate passing style, with some likening him to Barcelona legend Xavi. An increase in rating looks likely after a successful first season at Camp Nou. Arturo Vidal Position: Central Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 85 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 85 Vidal was one of the many new signings introduced by Barcelona for the 2018/19 season and he made a solid impact, imposing himself as a strong figure in Barcelona's midfield. Vidal had a good season, featuring 53 times, recording three goals and seven assists. Sergio Busquets Position: Central Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 88 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 89 Busquets has been one of the best performers for this Barca side over the last few years. His understanding of the game helps Barcelona function at the highest level and he is the outlet between defence and attack. Busquets had a great first half of the season and received a winter upgrade on his card, so we can expect his rating to stay the same as his latest update. Ousmane Dembele Position: Winger FIFA 19 Rating: 82 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 84 The French winger had a good season for Barcelona which saw him earn a winter upgrade, increasing his rating from 82 to 84. With 14 goals and nine assists in all competitions we can expect Dembele to have the same rating as his winter upgrade when the game comes out. Luis Suarez Position: Striker FIFA 19 Rating: 91 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 91 The Uruguayan striker continued to score goals this year, just like he has every season for what seems like an eternity. Suarez is essential to Barcelona's attack and he showed that again this year. With 21 goals and six assists in 33 appearances in La Liga last season, Suarez can expect to have the same rating. Lionel Messi Position : Centre Forward FIFA 19 Rating: 94 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 95 The five time Ballon d'Or winner contributed 51 goals and 22 assists in only 50 games. Messi was the main reason why Barca retained the La Liga title, putting in plenty of match winning performances. Messi is one of the favourites for the Ballon d'Or so we can expect a slight increase in rating. Clement Lenglet Position: Centre Back FIFA 19 Rating: 82 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 84 Lenglet's first season at Barcelona was successful as he played 45 times in all competitions and asserted himself in Valverde's first choice centre back pairing alongside Pique. As Lenglet has established himself as a top class centre back we can expect to see his r ating increase by two points. Frenkie de Jong Position: Central Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 77 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 84 The Dutch central midfielder had a wonderful breakthrough season, helping Ajax to the Eredivisie title along with the domestic cup. De Jong signed for Barcelona for £75m and his rating is expected to gain a huge increase due to the sublime season he just had with Ajax.  Ivan Rakitic Position: Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 87 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 86 Rakitic remained very important in the Barcelona midfield, playing 54 times in all competitions, scoring five goals and assisting ten. However, a slight decrease in his rating is very much a possibility. Nelson Semedo Position: Right Back FIFA 19 Rating: 80 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 81 The quick full back made 46 appearances for Barcelona, but shared much of the game time with Sergi Roberto at right back. We can expect a slight increase in rating. Sergi Roberto Position: Right Back/Midfielder FIFA 19 Rating: 84 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 83 Roberto appeared in a lot of games last season, playing at right back or in central midfield. Due to his versatility, he has proved to be an important player for Barca. Roberto appeared 23 times in La Liga and his versatility proved to be useful. Despite this we can expect a slight downgrade. Jordi Alba Position: Left Back FIFA 19 Rating: 87 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 87 Alba is a lightning quick left back and showed his class again last season. He showed his attacking threat frequently, overlapping wingers and registering an almighty 17 assists in 51 games. Antoine Griezmann You were waiting for this. pic.twitter.com/vVR0Prmy0b   FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 12, 2019 Position: Striker FIFA 19 Rating: 89 Predicted FIFA 20 Rating: 88 Hold your horses on this one. It looks for all the world that Griezmann will be a Barcelona player next season, although Atletico Madrid seem to be disputing the transfer fee. However, just taking FIFA into account, a disappointing season for Atleti and Griezmann should result in a downgrade for Barca's new signing.


BALTIMORE (WJZ)   Regular Light RailLink service is scheduled to resume Wednesday between Falls Road and North Avenue, MTA officials said. Portions of the track near Cold Spring Lane had eroded, leading to regular service being impacted while crews made repairs. The repairs and other scheduled work were finished a week ahead of schedule, MTA said. Normal service in the area will begin at 5 a.m. Wednesday. RELATED COVERAGE: Baltimore Weather | Water Main Breaks Near M&T Bank Stadium, Flood CSX Tracks Light Rail Could Be Closed For Weeks After Water Main Break In Downtown Baltimore Service remains suspended indefinitely in downtown Baltimore, nearly a month after a water main break caused a sinkhole that swallowed up a rail station near Howard and Pratt streets. A free bus shuttle has temporarily replaced the train between Camden Yards and North Avenue.


While the Chicago Bears won't be able to play the "disrespected" card in 2019, that won't stop me from doing just that right now before the season even begins. Pete Prisco of CBS Sports released his post-draft power rankings , and it was of the utmost disrespect to the Bears, who are coming off a 12-4 season, an NFC North title and a playoff berth. The Bears dropped three spots from No. 9 to No. 12 after what was a quietly productive free agency and draft, which happens when you don't have any real needs on your roster, outside of kicker. The Bears didn't need to make a splash this offseason because they were already contenders. Here's what Prisco had to say about Chicago: The defense, even with new coordinator Chuck Pagano, will be good again. How far they go will be all about Mitch Trubisky's improvement. While it's entirely true how far they go this season will coincide with Mitch Trubisky's continued development, you can't ignore that the Bears have one of the most well-rounded rosters in the league. This Bears defense returns all but one starter and has added some new pieces in free agency and the draft. Not to mention they return three All-Pros in Khalil Mack, Kyle Fuller and Eddie Jackson. The offense is entering its second year in Matt Nagy's scheme, which becomes about fine-tuning what was already in place, and they have one of the deepest receiver rooms in the league. But perhaps more concerning than the Bears falling outside the top 10 in any power rankings, at this point this season, is where they placed one of Chicago's NFC North rivals. They have the Green Bay Packers at - wait for it - No. 2. Ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs. Ahead of the New Orleans Saints. Ahead of the Los Angeles Rams. Ahead of the Chicago Bears. While the Packers certainly had a good draft and picked up some key players in free agency, until they prove they can upset the Bears as Kings in the North, there's no way you can rank them higher than the Bears - or 30 other teams - at this point in the season. MORE: Most bizarre and incredible catches by fishermen in past decade 3 Raiders players who could have breakout seasons in 2019 NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Rumor: LeBron made a visit to Kawhi Leonard during Raptors-Sixers series Packers rookie DL Kingsley Keke draws praise for pass-rushing potential


Get rich, buy a nice car. That's the dream, right? Or, if you're one of these A-list celebrities, you'll buy several nice cars and form your own fleet. These famous folks have the most enviable garages in the world, full of rare, exclusive, fast, and sporty vehicles   some even costing millions. A-List Autos Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton could have used his bottomless fortune to buy any car in the world, but he chose to drive his Ford F-150 from the time he bought it in 1979 until his death in 1992. The famously frugal and unassuming Walton, however, is the exception, not the rule. For the world's rich, famous, elite, and envied, great wealth usually brings great cars . Some, however, turn their enviable means into outrageous collections of automobiles of all shapes, sizes, eras, and makers. Here's a look at the greatest car collections in the world of A-list celebrities. Related: Over-the-Top Celebrity RVs Jay Leno Comedian and longtime "The Tonight Show" host Jay Leno took the mantle from none other than Johnny Carson, and his success earned him one of the world's most celebrated car collections. Roughly 150 vehicles strong, the funnyman's fleet is worth an estimated $50 million. It contains gems like a 1912 Stanley Steamer Vanderbilt Cup Racer, a steam-powered antique that earned Leno a speeding ticket in 2010 when he was busted cranking it all the way up to 75 mph , according to Autoblog. The crown jewel in his collection, however, is a 1994 McLaren F1, which he bought for $800,000 but which is now worth an estimated $12 million. According to CNN, it's the first car Leno would save in case of a fire. Jerry Seinfeld One of the few people on Earth whose car collection can compete with Jay Leno's also made his fortune by making people laugh. According to AutoWise, comedian Jerry Seinfeld spent $1.4 million on the private garage used to house his babies . It's got an 850-square foot living space, an elevator, and a club room with a pool table. He also employs a dedicated "fleet management" team to keep his autos running in tip-top shape. Seinfeld, who sold $22 million worth of cars in 2016 alone, has a well-known love for Porsches, but he'll never own a Lexus. You can see some of his rare and unique inventory on the Netflix show "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee." Tom Brady All those Super Bowl rings   and the probable title of greatest quarterback of all time   have earned famed New England Patriots player Tom Brady a nine-figure net worth and an impressive collection of fine automobiles . The first luxury vehicle he ever owned was a 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV, but he didn't buy it. Brady won the car as a rookie when he was named Super Bowl MVP. He doesn't limit himself to big cars only. Among his finest are a 2015 Ferrari M458-T, a 2017 Aston Martin DB11, and a Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. Floyd Mayweather Floyd "Money" Mayweather puts his nickname on display every time he gets behind the wheel . Arguably the greatest pound-for-pound boxer of all time, the undefeated retired champion buys cars that involve numbers that boggle the mind. His Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita, for example, cranks out 1,018 horsepower, goes from 0-60 in less than 2.9 seconds, and set him back $4.8 million. Mayweather's Bugatti Chiron generates 1,479 horsepower, cost $3.5 million, and maxes out at 267 mph. Kim Kardashian Kanye West is known for having a penchant for all things fancy, but his reality TV star wife Kim Kardashian definitely gives the rapper a run for his money when it comes to high-end automobiles . Among the enviable rides that have been spotted in her fleet over the years are a Ferrari 458 Italia, a Mercedes Maybach, a Rolls-Royce Phantom, and a Rolls-Royce Ghost. Donald Trump Before the Secret Service was driving him around, President Donald Trump was an extravagant celebrity who was known, in part, for showcasing his wealth at every turn. His fleet of Rolls-Royce limos and luxury vehicles helped him craft that image. According to AutoWise, one of the future president's very first cars was a 1956 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud , and Trump later commissioned Rolls to build an exact replica of the original he loved so much. He's also reported to own a $500,000 2015 Rolls Royce-Phantom, which does 0-60 in less than six seconds despite its massive, three-ton heft. Beyonce Knowles Jay-Z and Beyonce are another entertainment power couple with more amazing cars than you can drive   and Queen B has been seen in the driver's seat of some of the choicest selections. An Alfa Romeo Spider is part of her collection , as is Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. If that weren't enough there's also the Ferrari F430 Spider, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, and the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport that she bought for Jay-Z. Ralph Lauren Dubbed by Forbes to be "art you can drive," fashion icon Ralph Lauren's car collection began with a 1971 Mercedes 280SE 4.5 convertible   1971 is the same year he opened his first Polo boutique on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Exactly 45 years later in 2016, Forbes estimated his $300 million car collection to be possibly the most valuable in the world . In 2011, the Louvre exhibited 17 of his choicest vehicles, including a 1929 Bentley 4.5-liter "Blower," which competed in the 1930, 1932, and 1933 24 Hours of Le Mans, the oldest car race in the world. David Beckham David Beckham is arguably the most famous living soccer player and half of one of the world's biggest power couples   he's married to fashion powerhouse and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham. Although the retired footballer's car collection includes royalty-worthy rides like a Rolls-Royce Drop Head Coupe and a Bentley Mulsanne, he also owns a few cars that are accessible to the common mortal, including a $55,000 Camaro and a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Gabriel Iglesias Comedian Gabriel Iglesias bought his first car at the age of 17   a 1968 VW Transporter, according to Volkswagen . The funnyman known as Fluffy was so enamored with his original ride that once he hit the big time, he built a $3 million collection of rare, rebuilt, and reclaimed VW Buses and Beetles . He even built his own Volkswagen museum   designed as a replica of the Volkswagen factory in Germany   where he stores his fleet. Rowan Atkinson Rowan Atkinson rose to fame on the popularity of "Mr. Bean," a bumbling and frumpy TV character who would earn Atkinson a car collection that is anything but. According to HotCars , Atkinson's passion is driving. His cars are seen roaring on the road, not tucked away in a climate-controlled storage facility   in fact, he crashed his McLaren F1 not once, but twice. Although he'll never include a Porsche in his lineup, Atkinson lays claim to some of the finest cars in the world, including one of only 20 Lancia Themas in the U.K. Ellen Degeneres Ellen Degeneres is married to a woman named Portia de Rossi, whose first name is pronounced just like the famous high-performance automaker. The groundbreaking comedian and dancing talk show host might just have an affinity for the name, as her car collection includes a Porsche 993 and a Porsche Targa 4S, and she's been spotted driving various other Porsche models over the years. She isn't, however, a one-brand auto enthusiast   she's been seen zooming around in a Ferrari California. James Hetfield Metallica frontman James Hetfield is a renowned speed demon with a penchant for classic cars and hot rods. Among the choicest selections from his headbanging car collection are a 1936 Auburn Roadster "Slow Burn," a 1937 Lincoln Zephyr "Voodoo Priest," a 1956 Ford F-100, and a 1953 Buick Skylark "Skyscraper." Paris Hilton Paris Hilton is probably best known for her powder pink Bentley Continental, but she went a shade darker to bullseye red when it came time to buy a Ferrari California. Over the years, she's also been spotted in a black Rolls-Royce Ghost, a white Lexus LFA, and a black McLaren 650S Spider. John Cena WWE superstar John Cena has the car collection you might expect from a human wall of muscle who smashes other giants for a living. Most are big, growling, macho muscle cars like the rare 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Rallye 350 and the 1970 AMC Rebel, a.k.a. "The Machine." There's also plenty of speed and precision thanks to selections like the 2017 Ford GT and the 2006 Dodge Viper. Cena, however, is an everyman at heart. One of his most cherished cars remains the 1989 Jeep Wrangler he bought with his first WWE paycheck. Related: Muscle Memories: 15 Ford Cars That Defined a Generation Justin Bieber For his 18th birthday, Justin Bieber's manager reportedly bought the superstar singer a chrome-wrapped Fisker Karma with a solar-cell roof, the most exclusive plug-in hybrid of its time. Since then, the Biebs has matured and so has his car collection . Along the way, Bieber's picked up a Porsche 997 Turbo, a Ferrari F430, a Lamborghini Aventador, and a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder. There's also a super-small smart Fortwo, a gargantuan Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van, and the futuristic car-motorcycle hybrid Campagna T-Rex 14R.


Barcelona midfielder Philippe Coutinho is reported to have communicated his desire to leave the club this summer, with the club believed to be chasing a fee of around €90m for his services. The Brazilian joined from Liverpool in January 2018 for a fee that could rise to as much as £140m, but after a reasonably promising start to life in Catalonia, he largely failed to deliver last season. He managed just 11 goals in 54 appearances for Barca in all competitions - just one more than than he did in 22 for Ernesto Valvere's side in 2017/18. Having been part of the side who threw a three-goal advantage to crash out of the Champions League against eventual winners Liverpool , and lost to Valencia in the final of the Copa del Rey, his tenure in Spain has been strewn with disappointment, and the latest report from Cadena SER on his situation suggests he is ready to call time. Coutinho: I am leaving Liverpool for Barcelona because I wanna win the Champions league. Barcelona: *Gets eliminated by Liverpool * Liverpool: pic.twitter.com/CKA5QkTFgk   Abel Correa (@Abelc10) June 1, 2019 The claim is that the 26-year-old feels he has failed to adapt to his new surroundings in his 18 months at the club, and has told Barca officials that he is keen to move on, as is confirmed by unnamed sources within the hierarchy. There are many moving parts, however, and it is believed Coutinho is prepared to wait until after the Copa America with Brazil before forcing a move through. It is believed Barca want €90m up front at present, though international performances could push that fee up even higher, and there is a belief in both camps that very few clubs will be able or willing to stump up that sort of fee. The club are also reported to have refused to publicly acknowledge the situation in a bid to maximise his transfer value, so this could be an interesting one to follow as the summer progresses.