BOSTON (Reuters) - Prosecutors on Thursday will urge a federal appeals court to uphold Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev's conviction and death penalty sentence for helping carry out the 2013 attack, which killed three people and wounded more than 260 others. The U.S. Justice Department is expected to file a brief urging the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston to reject Tsarnaev's arguments that he was deprived of a fair trial when a judge declined to move the case out of the city rocked by one of the highest-profile attacks on U.S. soil since Sept. 11, 2001. Their arguments are due by midnight EDT (0400 GMT Friday). Defense lawyers in a brief filed in December acknowledged that their client, then 19, carried out the April 15, 2013, attack along with his 26-year-old brother, Tamerlan Tsarnaev, who died in a gunbattle with police days later. But they argued that wall-to-wall media coverage of the bombings meant that nearly the entire jury pool was exposed to news about the attacks, which included "heart-wrenching stories about the homicide victims, the wounded and their families." Many victims of the blasts at the packed finished line of the race lost legs. Defense lawyers said U.S. District Judge George O'Toole also ignored evidence that two jurors had commented on the case on social media before being picked and prevented the defense from telling jurors about Tsarnaev's brother's ties to a 2011 triple murder. That evidence, they said, would have supported their sentencing-related argument that Tsarnaev was a junior partner in a scheme run by his older brother, "an angry and violent man" who had embraced radical Islam. Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, now 25, is a prisoner in the federal "Supermax" facility in Florence, Colorado. Prosecutors in a filing earlier this month previewing their opposition brief said they planned to argue that Tsarnaev's right to a fair trial was not violated. A federal jury in 2015 found Tsarnaev guilty of placing a pair of homemade pressure-cooker bombs near the finish line of the world-renowned race, as well as fatally shooting a policeman three days later. The bombing killed three people: Martin Richard, 8; Chinese exchange student Lingzi Lu, 26, and restaurant manager Krystle Campbell. Tsarnaev shot dead Massachusetts Institute of Technology police officer Sean Collier, 26. A park dedicated to Richard's memory opened this month on the Boston waterfront. (Reporting by Nate Raymond; Editing by Scott Malone and Susan Thomas)


The Copa America continues on Day six with an action packed evening filled with plenty of great storylines. Colombia, after putting another notch in its belt off a 2-0 comprehensive win over Argentina, takes on Copa America invitee Qatar, which completed a terrific comeback to draw 2-2 with Paraguay. In the nightcap, Paraguay takes on its neighbor Argentina, with some members of Paraguay's squad from Argentina originally and a long rivalry between the two nations on the field that could bring some fireworks in this evening's match. [ LIVE: Watch every single Copa America game ] You can watch every single game from the tournament live online in Spanish via Telemundo Deportes and via the NBC Sports App. All you have to do is click on the links below. 2019 Copa America schedule Group B: Colombia v. Qatar   5:30 p.m. ET   STREAM LIVE Group B: Argentina v. Paraguay   8:30 p.m. ET   STREAM LIVE Nuestro 11 inicial para el partido ante @QFA_EN pic.twitter.com/t7gA1c0wHC   Selección Colombia (@FCFSeleccionCol) June 19, 2019 قائمة منتخبنا الوطني ضد منتخب كولومبيا في بطولة #كوبا_أمريكا ونسأل الله التوفيق 🇶🇦 #قطر_كولومبيا #CopaAmerica #QatarInBrazil2019 pic.twitter.com/KSi209JlfI   الاتحاد القطري لكرة القدم 🇶🇦 (@QFA) June 19, 2019


Fight the stubborn belly fat and boost brainpower with these satiating high-fat, low-carb staples. 37 Best Keto Diet Groceries If you're considering going keto, you're likely looking to get lean quick and have mentally prepared yourself for cutting out almost all carbs from your diet. Although many healthy carbs can help uncover your abs , the key to killing the keto diet is eating foods that are high in fat, low in carbs, and contain moderate amounts of protein. That way, you allow your liver to produce ketone bodies, which the body uses for energy rather than its usual primary source of energy glucose, a carb. When we adopt a low-carb, high-fat diet, the body switches to burning fat (which turn into ketone bodies in the liver) for fuel ultimately slimming us down, reducing bloat, and boosting brain power. Before you vow to get trim and start your own keto journey, stock up on these essential keto groceries. Here are 37 of the best keto diet foods. And for more, be sure to check out 10 Easy Keto Recipes You're Guaranteed to Love ! 1. Birch Benders Keto Pancake & Waffle Mix Per 2 pancakes: 160 calories, 11 g fat (2 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 350 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (5 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 9 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON These cakes are made with almond flour, eggs, tigernut flour, and coconut flour for a low-carb breakfast that packs in the fiber. Tigernuts, which technically belong to the tuber family, pack in resistant starch as well as plant-based protein, healthy fats, and vitamins C and E, which act as antioxidants. 2. Fat Snax Peanut Butter Cookie Per cookie: 110 calories, 9 g fat (3.5 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 95 mg sodium, 6 g carbs (2 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 3 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON If you re craving a sweet treat, go for Fat Snax s low-carb, sugar-free cookies. This one lists peanut butter as the first ingredient, followed by butter, eggs, and coconut flour. It s sweetened with erythritol, stevia, and xylitol (which means it s not safe for your dog, so be careful!). Jazz up your post-dinner dessert by spreading a tablespoon of nut butter in between these cookies and sprinkling them with some dark chocolate chips. 3. Magic Spoon Cereal, Frosted Per 3/4 cup: 110 calories, 6 g fat (5 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 60 mg sodium, 8 g carbs (2 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 12 g protein SHOP NOW ON MAGIC SPOON If cereal was your go-to vice before you ve transitioned into the keto diet, you re going to love Magic Spoon s crunchy flakes. A ¾ cup of the frosted flakes clock in at 110 calories, 6 grams of fat, and 3 grams of net carbs thanks to the 3 grams of allulose the breakfast bowl is sweetened with. Try the fruity, cocoa, and cinnamon boxes, too. 4. GimMe Organic Roasted Seaweed, Sea Salt Per package: 25 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 65 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 1 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Nutrient-dense seaweed is loaded with vitamin C, calcium, and iron, and this snackable rendition will keep your waistline slim and cravings at bay with only 25 calories per pack. You ll get the same crunch as a bag of Lay s with none of the empty carbs. GimMe also offers nori sheets, which you can use to create your own homemade sushi sans rice! 5. ZonePerfect Keto Shake, Coconut Pineapple Per 11 oz: 200 calories, 17 g fat (11 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 140 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 10 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON MCT-rich coconut cream makes up the majority of this shake s fat profile. It s free of gluten, soy, artificial flavors, colors, and sweeteners, making for a perfect on-the-go snack. Plus, it just so happens to taste like a piña colada, so we re not complaining. 6. 4th & Heart Truffle Medium Heat, MCT Sprayable Ghee Per 5 oz spray: 120 calories, 14 g fat (8 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 0 g protein SHOP NOW ON 4th & HEART Take grilling to the next level with 4th & Heart s truffle-flavored sprayable ghee. Not only will you add major umami flavor to your veggies and meats, but you ll also benefit from vitamins A, D, E, and K, as well as butyric acid, which helps blast stomach fat. 7. Good Dee's Chocolate Brownie Mix Per 18 g dry mix: 30 calories, 1.5 g fat (0 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 85 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (5 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 1 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Good Dee s divine baking mixes combine wholesome ingredients into an easy-to-bake treat that s naturally gluten- and wheat-free as well as super low in net carbs. This chocolate brownie is packed with fiber, the gut-friendly nutrient that many keto dieters don t get enough of. 8. Epic Chicken Sriracha Bar 1 bar, 43 g: 130 calories, 6 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 540 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (2 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 13 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON This spicy chicken bar houses 130 calories, 6 grams of fat, and 13 grams of complete protein while maintaining a low carb content, zero sugar, and featuring some hunger-quelling fiber. Epic seasons its snack with cumin, oregano, garlic, and spicy red pepper flakes for a flavor-packed twist on your go-to chicken dinner . 9. Outer Aisle Cauliflower PlantPower Sandwich Thins Per 1 piece: 50 calories, 2.5 g fat (1.5 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 130 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 4 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON It s no secret that cauliflower is officially the low-carb  It  food. The cruciferous veggie is a wonderful wheat replacement and these sandwich thins are the perfect way to kick your wheat loaf to the curb while on keto. It s spiced with parmesan and nutritional yeast for a super cheesy flavor that tastes like pizza. Add a few slices of low-sodium turkey and creamy avocado between each cauliflower thin for the ultimate lunch sammy. 10. Bulletproof Vanilla Cold Brew with Collagen Protein Per 1 container: 220 calories, 14 g fat (12 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 45 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 15 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Skip your midday trip to Starbucks and stock up on Bulletproof s rich vanilla latte made with energizing cold brew coffee and omega-3-rich grass-fed butter. This portable cup of Joe is spiked with collagen protein, which helps support skin, joint, and hair health, as well as Brain Octane oil for a much-needed productivity boost. 11. Good Culture Double Cream Classic Cottage Cheese Per ½ cup: 130 calories, 7 g fat (4.5 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 430 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (0 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 13 g protein SHOP NOW ON INSTACART Unlike most brands of cottage cheese, Good Culture has a leg up above the rest thanks to the added probiotics. Spread some atop Outer Aisle s cauliflower sandwich thins for a protein-packed breakfast that s also loaded with healthy fats thanks to the curdled cheese s 6 percent milkfat. 12. The New Primal Cilantro Lime Turkey Sticks 1 stick, 1 oz: 50 calories, 1.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 320 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 7 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON These free-range, antibiotic- and hormone-free turkey sticks provide a whopping seven grams of protein for only 50 calories. These meat snacks are individually packaged, making them perfect to throw in a bag and enjoy whenever. Bright flavor notes like cilantro, parsley, and lime prove that this bird s not just for Thanksgiving . 13. Organic Traditions Organic Roasted Hazelnut Butter Per 4 pieces: 70 calories, 7 g fat (2 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 2 g protein SHOP NOW ON ORGANIC TRADITIONS Hazelnuts are chock-full of vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and B vitamins, as well as satiating monounsaturated fats. Pair a tablespoon of Organic Tradition s nut butter with pure cocoa for a keto-friendly snack that won t derail your goals like Nutella would. 14. Keto Krunch Buffalo Cheese Crisps Per 7 crisps: 160 calories, 13 g fat (9 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 220 mg sodium, 1 g carbs ( <1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 9 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Need a savory source of fat on the run? These buffalo-flavored cheese crisps make for the perfect crunchy snack with 7 grams of fat and a delicious blend of spices such as onion, red pepper, and oregano. If you re not eating these on their own, sprinkle them atop salads, a hearty soup, or use them as mini crackers. 15. Chomps Original Beef Sticks 1 stick, 1.15 oz: 100 calories, 6 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 290 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 9 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Next time you re in need of a savory snack, unwrap Chomps  protein-packed beef sticks. They re made with 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef, which ensures your snack is packed with beta-carotene, inflammation-fighting omega-3s, and more fat-burning CLA. 16. F-Bomb Macadamia Pecan Nut Butter with Sea Salt Per packet: 202 calories, 21 g fat (3 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 30 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 2 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Macadamia nuts and pecans have the highest fat content of all nuts, deeming this snack one of our best keto diet groceries. A study in the journal Lipids found that macadamia nuts can help fight off heart disease in people with high cholesterol, while a study in Nutrition Research shows that pecans increase antioxidants in the blood. 17. Moon Cheese, Gouda Per 6-7 pieces: 70 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 190 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 5 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZO N With absolutely no carbs and an even ratio of fats to protein, we re totally loving Moon Cheese. The dehydrated cheese snack is made of Dutch-style cheese and comes in gouda, cheddar, pepper jack, and sriracha flavors to please all of your cheesy cravings. 18. FishPeople Lemon Zest + Herb Wild Alaskan Salmon Jerky 6 pieces, 28 g: 90 calories, 3 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 380 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (0 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 12 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON The makers of our favorite seafood dinner kits debuted a scrumptious line of wild-caught salmon jerky. You ll get 900 milligrams of omega-3s per bag, but if you re eating the entire bag, make sure to pair it with a glass of water, as the sodium content is a bit on the high side. RELATED: The 7-day diet that melts your belly fat fast . 19. Super Fat Nitro Coffee Nut Butter + MCT Per pouch: 240 calories, 20 g fat (2.5 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 45 mg sodium, 11 g carbs (5 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 8 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Two potent, plant-powered pick-me-ups MCTs and coffee team up in this undeniably creamy snack. The pouch blends almond and macadamia nut butters, along with the brain-boosting MCT and coffee, for a portable nosh you can spread on low-carb crackers or take with you for some pre-gym fuel. 20. Peckish Eggs & Everything Per 1 container: 180 calories, 12 g fat (3 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 520 mg sodium, 5 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 13 g protein SHOP NOW ON PECKISH Eggs are a well-rounded keto meal, but they can get pretty boring pretty fast if you re eating them daily. Peckish created a perfectly-boiled egg snack that comes paired with an everything bagel seasoning dip for the ultimate twist on your go-to breakfast. Plus, Peckish makes eggs portable, so you can grab this snack on the go. 21. Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil Per tablespoon: 120 calories, 14 g fat (0 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 0 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Dress your salads with Bertolli s organic extra virgin olive oil for a boost of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, biologically active antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds. 22. Love Good Fats, Rich Chocolatey Almond Bar Per bar: 210 calories, 14 g fat (7 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 100 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (8 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 9 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON This bar boasts a base of rich chocolate and is studded with crunchy pieces of fat-filled almonds for a total fat content of 14 grams, which will definitely help keep you in ketosis. It s also gluten-, soy-, and sugar-free, proving to be a great fit for many diets. 23. Lily's Sweets Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds Per 1 oz: 150 calories, 13 g fat (4 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), <5 mg sodium, 9 g carbs (5 g fiber, <1 g sugar), 5 g protein SHOP NOW ON LILYS These irresistibly satisfying chocolate-covered almonds have a nutrition panel you can feel good about. An impressive 13 grams of healthy fats, 5 grams of fiber, and almost zero sugar is a nutritional profile that s hard to come by on dessert. You can chalk it up to the stevia and erythritol that s used to sweeten up the snack. 24. Safe Catch Wild Pink Salmon per 2 oz: 90 calories, 3 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 170 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 14 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Safe Catch tests all their sustainably-caught salmon to make sure it contains the lowest mercury levels of any brand, so you can feel good about digging in. Safe Catch also uses an artisan cooking process, which allows the fish to retain its heart-healthy omega-3s and flavor, rather than marinating the protein in inflammatory oils or tainting it with fillers and preservatives. 25. Nutiva Organic Unflavored MCT Oil per 1 Tbsp: 130 calories, 14 g fat (14 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 0 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Extracted from organic coconuts, this MCT oil is packed with medium-chain triglycerides, including 7.3 grams of caprylic acid, 5 grams of capric acid, and 0.7 grams of lauric acid which work together to boost brain power, fight inflammation, stabilize blood sugar, and help your body produce ketones. 26. Horizon Organic Mozzarella String Cheese Per 1 stick (28 g): 80 calories, 6 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 200 mg sodium, < 1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 8 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON For an office snack that will keep crabby cravings at bay on the go, toss these organic mozzarella sticks in your company fridge. Besides packing in 6 grams of satiating fats, one stick contains 20 percent of your daily value of bone-strengthening calcium and 8 grams of muscle-maintaining protein. 27. Blue Diamond Crafted Gourmet Almonds, Garlic, Herb & Olive Oil Per 1 oz (about 24 nuts): 170 calories, 15 g fat (1 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 135 mg sodium, 5 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 6 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Swap your go-to snack with these savory almonds that are coated with extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with aromatic herbs such as rosemary and garlic. With a solid amount of heart-disease-preventing monounsaturated fats and just two net carbs per serving, feel free to munch guilt-free. 28. Perfect Keto Matcha MCT Oil Powder Per scoop: 70 calories, 7 g fat (7 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 1 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Two superstar fat burners MCT oil and matcha combine in this keto-approved powder that s bound to shoo away hunger and maintain your level of ketosis. For a delicious yet clean source of energy, mix one scoop of matcha-infused MCT oil powder with a glass of ice-cold water and sip before breakfast or in between meals. 29. Sir Kensington's Organic Mayonnaise Per tbsp: 100 calories, 11 g fat (1 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 11 mg sodium 0 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Although it s not ideal to consume bread on the keto diet, there are plenty of other foods you can deliciously pair mayo with especially when the spread tastes as heavenly as Sir Kensington s. Slather the creamy spread on grilled burgers , mix into a carb-free tuna salad, or try your hand at homemade deviled eggs . 30. Eggs PER 1 EGG: 70 calories, 5 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 70 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 6 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Fried, boiled, baked, or poached, eggs in any form will become your best friend when you re going keto. The affordable and versatile protein is a great source of ketone-spiking fats, as well as essential fat-blasting nutrients such as choline and skin-clearing collagen. 31. Oloves, Lemon Rosemary Per 6 olives: 25 calories, 3 g fat (0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 125 mg sodium, <1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Toss these marinated olives on top of salads, mix into a tuna salad, blend into pesto, or snack on them on their own to increase your daily fat intake. This fatty fruit (yes, olives are a fruit!) is loaded with vitamin E a vital antioxidant that s essential for skin health as well as oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat that s been shown to nix inflammation in the bud. 32. Keto Carne Spicy Beef Jerky Per 1 oz: 100 calories, 7 g fat (3 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 300 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 6 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Most beef jerky is coated with sugars and syrups to increase the meat s flavor factor. Keto Carne does without the carb-laden sweet stuff and simply uses fatty cuts of meat, spices, and water and leaves out the harmful nitrates and preservatives. 33. Green Giant Zucchini Veggie Spirals Per ¾ cup: 15 calories, 0 g fat, 0 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 1 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Instead of putting in some arm grease and churning your own zoodles at home, opt for picking up a pack of Green Giant s frozen zucchini spirals. They re made with just one wholesome ingredient  zucchini  and fare well sautéed, steamed, or baked. 34. Avocado Per fruit: 227 calories, 20.9 g fat (2.9 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat), 11 mg sodium, 11.8 g carbs (9.2 g fiber, <1 g sugar), 2.6 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Whether you re whipping the fruit into a quick guac or noshing on it plain, avocados are a wonderful source of unsaturated, plant-based fats that can help add texture to your meals and major flavor. 35. MaraNatha Organic Raw Almond Butter Per 2 tbsp: 180 calories, 15 g fat (1 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (4 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 7 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Slather this one-ingredient almond butter on celery sticks or spoon it into your mouth on its own for a dreamy snack that s bound to satiate. Choose this spread to reap raw almonds  antioxidant benefits, as the raw nuts contain more skin-loving vitamin E than their roasted counterparts. 36. 4th and Heart Original Ghee Butter Per tbsp: 45 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 0 mg sodium, 0 g carbs, 0 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON Ghee (or clarified butter) is the paleo-friendly, lactose-free alternative that s made by heating butter and skimming off the milk solids that rise to the top. Ghee s main benefit over traditional butter is its higher concentration of butyric acid, a short-chain saturated fat that s been shown to aid weight loss, relieve gastrointestinal distress, and combat insulin resistance and inflammation. 37. House Foods Tofu Shirataki, Spaghetti Per 4 oz: 10 calories, 0.5 g fat (0 g saturated, 0 g trans fat), 15 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (2 g fiber, 1 g sugar), <1 g protein SHOP NOW ON AMAZON If you miss twirling and slurping spaghetti, stock up on these tofu-based noodles that mimic your favorite carb. The best part? Unlike traditional pasta, which packs in upwards of 40 grams of carbs per 2-ounce serving, these noodles boast just 3 grams of carbs and 2 grams of fiber. Drizzle pesto or melt butter and cheese over the tofu noodles for a delectable high-fat, low-carb lunch. And for more foods that don't overdo sugar and starches, check out our 27 Best Low-Carb Snacks .


The quest for 24 continues. Serena Williams made quick work of Barbora Strycova, defeating the Czech in straight sets (6-1, 6-2) to advance to the Wimbledon Final where she will meet Simona Halep on Saturday morning. The match lasted just 59 minutes. With Williams serving to take the first set, Strycova managed two break points before the seven-time Wimbledon champion blasted an ace pact Strycova to take Set 1 in just 27 minutes. MORE: Wimbledon 2019: Scores, schedule and TV channels for every match Set 2 was more of the same as Strycova was visibly in pain and even let a pair of screams out on Centre Court. Williams broke the Czech in the fifth game before closing out the match. Saturday's final will be Williams' 11th appearance in Wimbledon singles championship, the second-most all-time behind only Martina Navratilova's 12. Williams will be the oldest women's finalist in the Open Era. A win on Saturday would tie Williams with Margaret Court for the most career Grand Slam singles titles of 24. Since returning in 2018 from giving birth to her first child, Williams had advanced to three of the six Grand Slam finals that she has appeared in. Halep has never played in a Wimbledon final. Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the 2019 Wimbledon women's singles semifinals. Follow along below. Serena Williams vs. Barbora Strycova score, results Below are live scores and results from the 2019 Wimbledon semifinals. Click here or refresh the page if you don't see a live scoreboard . Match updates, highlights from 2019 Wimbledon women's semifinals Final: Williams def. Strycova 6-1, 6-2 Set 2: Williams 6, Strycova 2 11:01 a.m.: Well that was easy. Williams wins the set 6-2 and advances to her 11th Wimbledon singles final Serena is Finals bound at #Wimbledon She has reached at least one major final in 12 consecutive years, the second-longest streak of its kind by a woman in the Open Era. pic.twitter.com/MKbuPqOM8S   ESPN (@espn) July 11, 2019 10:56 a.m.: Strycova lets out a piercing scream as Williams wins the game to go ahead 5-2. Williams now serces for a spot in the final opposite Halep. 10:52 a.m.: Quickest game yet for Williams. Williams wins 45-0, and Strycova appears to be in some pain. 10:47 a.m.: There's the break Williams needed. After Williams won the fourth game of the set, Strycova was in position to take the fifth game, before a double fault at 30-30 and an easy unforced error at the net for game point gave Serena the lead. Williams leads 3-2. 10:40 a.m.: Strycova holds serve and leads 2-1 in Set 2.. Williams has dominated Strycova's second serve, but nonetheless Strycova wins the game and shouts, "Come on!" 10:38 a.m.: Williams jumped out to an early 40-0 lead before Strycova earned a point down the line. Williams blasted her fourth ace by Strycova to win the game. 10:33 a.m.: After losing five consecutive games, Strycova bounces back to take an early 1-0 lead in Set 2. Set 1: Williams 6, Strycova 1 10:28 a.m.: Wow. Williams was down 40 to love before rattling off five straight points to take the first set. An 11th #Wimbledon singles final is on the horizon… @serenawilliams wins the first set 6-1 vs Strycova pic.twitter.com/OR0S8E60H8   Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 11, 2019 10:22 a.m.: Williams starts the game with an ace and cruises to an easy point. 4-1 Williams. 10:18 a.m.: Williams breaks Strycova! The pair was level at 15-15 and then 30-30 before Williams put a final shot by Strycova. 10:10 a.m.: Strycova bounces back to tie the set at 1-1. Williams just missed wide and long to hand Strycova the hold. 9:58 a.m.: Serena elects to serve and wins the first game. Who will join Simona Halep in the #Wimbledon final? It's @serenawilliams vs @BaraStrycova … Live scores https://t.co/1I4MjWFaWP pic.twitter.com/H9YpCLUHBP   Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 11, 2019 The match is scheduled for around 10 a.m. ET. Live updates will begin at that time.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Baltimore? We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to hunting down housing in Baltimore if you've got $1,200/month earmarked for your rent. Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 3014 Romaric Court (Cross Country) Listed at $1,109/month, this 720-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence is located at 3014 Romaric Court. In the residence, you can anticipate a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet. The building features on-site laundry. Pets are allowed. Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area isn't very walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 118 N. Howard St. (Downtown) Here's a 504-square-foot studio apartment at 118 N. Howard St. that's going for $1,119/month. The residence comes furnished and includes air conditioning, a ceiling fan and a walk-in closet. The building boasts a concierge service. Cats are permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee. Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options. (Take a look at the full listing here .) 2301 Pentland Drive (Harford-Echodale - Perring Parkway) Located at 2301 Pentland Drive, here's a 1,266-square-foot studio apartment that's listed for $1,125/month. Look for a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet in the residence. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and an elevator. Cats are welcome. Walk Score indicates that this location is moderately walkable, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 610 Pennsylvania Ave. (Seton Hill) Listed at $1,125/month, this 1,137-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 610 Pennsylvania Ave. The building has outdoor space and on-site laundry. In the apartment, you can anticipate air conditioning, hardwood flooring and a balcony. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and boasts excellent transit options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 900 Cathedral St. (Midtown) Finally, there's this studio apartment situated at 900 Cathedral St. It's listed for $1,125/month for its 650 square feet. In the residence, you'll find in-unit laundry, carpeted floors and a dishwasher. Amenities offered in the building include secured entry, garage parking and assigned parking. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and has excellent transit. (See the complete listing here .) Working with a tight budget? Here are the cheapest rentals recently listed in Baltimore . This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Mesa? We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding affordable apartments in Mesa if you've got $1,600/month earmarked for your rent. Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 11246 E. Elena Ave. Listed at $1,501/month, this 1,196-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is located at 11246 E. Elena Ave. The unit comes with granite countertops. The building features outdoor space and a swimming pool. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are allowed. According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area requires a car for most errands, isn't particularly bikeable and has minimal transit options. (Take a look at the complete listing here .) 6730 E. Preston St. (Ridgeview) Next, there's this three-bedroom, two-bathroom spot located at 6730 E. Preston St. It's listed for $1,515/month for its 1,286 square feet. Amenities offered in the building include a swimming pool and garage parking. You can also expect to find a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the residence. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome. Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address isn't very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options. (Take a gander at the complete listing here .) 11360 E. Sunland Ave. Here's a 1,540-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit at 11360 E. Sunland Ave. that's going for $1,525/month. Expect to find granite countertops and carpeted floors in the residence. The building has a swimming pool. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are allowed. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is car-dependent, is somewhat bikeable and offers limited transit options. (Check out the complete listing here .) 8127 E. Onza Ave. (Boulder Creek) Finally, check out this 1,329-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit that's located at 8127 E. Onza Ave. It's listed for $1,534/month. The building boasts garage parking and a swimming pool. The listing also promises granite countertops and carpeted floors in the residence. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are allowed on this property. Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address isn't very walkable, is bikeable and has minimal transit options. (See the complete listing here .) Working with a tight budget? Here are the cheapest rentals recently listed in Mesa . This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


NEW YORK   Maybe this is the homestand that turns the Mets season around. A week that began with rumors about Mickey Callaway's job security and controversy over Robinson Cano's hustle ended with the streaking Mets back at .500. BOX SCORE: METS 4, TIGERS 3 Zack Wheeler pitched into the eighth, Edwin Diaz survived a chaotic ninth and the Mets hung on to beat Detroit, 4-3, on Sunday. It was their sixth win in seven games and came from another unlikely hero. Adeiny Hechavarría hit his second home run in three games to spark the latest comeback. After coming back to Queens in disarray, the Mets (26-26) can fly to Los Angeles feeling confident. "This week has been fun," said Dominic Smith, after another two-hit game. "We've been talking about our potential and what we can do and what we're capable of doing. I felt like this week is a testament of that." The Mets were in need of something positive, after being swept by Miami. They took advantage of two weak teams, sweeping the Nationals and then taking two out of three from Detroit. Diaz struck out JaCoby Jones on 10 pitches to end the game, with the potential tying and go-ahead runs in scoring position. The Mets closer issued a four-pitch walk to lead off the inning and gave up a single to Brandon Dixon, but got Jones looking to earn his 13 save in 14 chances. "I was excited," Diaz said. "I knew that this was a big series for us to win. They played a great series the entire time." Wheeler went a season-high 7 1/3 innings, allowing three earned runs and striking out eight. Nick Castellanos took him deep in the first inning and brought in a pair of runs two innings later, but Wheeler locked in from there. He retired 13 straight at one point to save the bullpen, which was taxed by Saturday's extra-inning affair. "(It was important) how deep he pitched in the game with the lack of bullpen we had today, because of the all the craziness that's been going on," Callaway said. "To pitch into the eighth is unbelievable. That's stepping it up today." The turning point in Sunday's game came in the bottom of the fourth. It started with a leadoff double from Dominic Smith and single by Wilson Ramos with one out. Todd Frazier came to bat with a huge hole to the right side and beat the shift with a push bunt to plate a run. "I think it sparked us," Frazier said. "It got the guys going a little bit. I see the shift a lot and I've been working with Jim Riggleman (on situational hitting)." The knockout blow came from Hechavarría, who was called up from Triple-A Syracuse on May 3. Known more for his defense, Hechavarría came through with a two-out, three-run home run that gave the Mets their 4-3 lead. "It's important for us to come in and contribute," Hechavarría said. "That's what we're focused on doing. We came up for a specific reason. I don't care if it's hitting or running or making a defensive play coming off the bench. I'm here to help the team in any way possible." The theme throughout the homestand was the Mets' ability to win with depth. Backups were pressed into duty after injuries to Cano and Jeff McNeil among others, but the Mets' performance didn't suffer. They got go-ahead home runs from Carlos Gomez and Tomas Nido earlier in the week and a pair of blasts from the light-hitting Hechavarría. "We've been harping on our depth all offseason, trying to build it the best we could," Callaway said. "It kept things from spiraling out of control." This article originally appeared on North Jersey Record: Zack Wheeler leads NY Mets to win in rubber game against Detroit


Chelsea have been dealt a major blow after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) revealed they will not listen to the club's case until after the summer, meaning they are resigned to making no additions this window. CAS published the list of cases that will be heard over the rest of the summer - with Chelsea not featuring among them - meaning Maurizio Sarri, or whoever comes in to replace him, won't be making any additions in the current transfer window. Chelsea's transfer ban appeal will NOT be heard until after the summer window shuts. CAS has published the list of cases that will be heard over the rest of the summer - with the Chelsea appearance NOT among them. (via @MartinLipton ) #CFC   ChelsTransfer (@ChelsTransfer) June 12, 2019 On the pitch it has proved to be a fruitful season for the Blues , securing third place in the Premier League behind runaway duo Manchester City and Liverpool, reaching the Carabao Cup final and prevailing over Arsenal to lift the Europa League. However, their joy has quickly dissipated following the news, as revealed by The Sun , that their proposed two-window ban will come into effect this summer. But despite filing the appeal last month, Chelsea have not asked CAS to freeze the ban, after it was claimed that doing so could potentially increase it from a two-window to a three-window ban. FIFA imposed the punishment back in February after finding the club guilty of 29 breaches of regulations over transferring of minors, highlighted by the transfer of Bertrand Traore back in 2011. There is still the possibility that Chelsea could ask for the ban to be frozen, but more than likely just for it to be cut in half, allowing them to make signings in January - with their argument likely to be that registering players in the summer window is far more significant. After losing Eden Hazard to Real Madrid, it leaves the west London outfit in a perilous position knowing their only chances of a summer arrival is making the loan move of Mateo Kovacic permanent from Los Blancos - although he would hardly be a like-for-like replacement for Hazard.


LAS VEGAS   Raise a glass, all, to the decade-long run of the Oklahoma City Thunder, a rise that began with a feisty first-round playoff loss to the Lakers, in 2010, and ends with a demoralizing defeat by Portland, in 2019, with a whole bunch of stuff in between. From James Harden to Serge Ibaka, Kevin Durant to, now, Russell Westbrook, the exodus from Oklahoma City is now complete, the era officially over. On Thursday, Oklahoma City completed one of the speediest if not stunning tear downs in NBA history. Less than a week after agreeing to ship Paul George to Los Angeles for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Danilo Gallinari and a record haul of draft picks and days after quietly moving Jerami Grant to Denver for another first-round pick the Thunder ended Russell Westbrook's 11-year run in Oklahoma, trading the 2016-17 MVP to Houston for Chris Paul , two protected first-round draft picks and two pick swaps, an NBA source confirmed to SI.com. The Thunder are officially out of championship contention. And Oklahoma City is better for it. Did anyone who watched the Thunder play the last two seasons think that team was winning anything ? There were plenty of excuses for the first-round flameouts. Carmelo Anthony was scapegoated a year ago; George's bum shoulder was blamed for an embarrassing performance against Portland. Thunder officials will remind you that the team never recovered from the loss of Andre Roberson, injured midway through the '17-18 season and who didn't step on the floor in the most recent one. OK, sure. But this team needed more, and with the Thunder deep into the luxury tax, help wasn't coming. Sure, Oklahoma City was gearing up to make a run, agreeing to deals with Mike Muscala and Alec Burks early in free agency, tacking a couple more shooters on the roster. But those aren't difference makers and there was mounting evidence that the Westbrook-George pairing had a ceiling. The Thunder knew this. Sam Presti Oklahoma City's calculating GM understood. There were reasons to give that team another year, to see if a healthy George, a returning Roberson and another year of continuity could yield results in a suddenly wide-open west. The Thunder promised George they would fight for championships when they re-signed him, and Westbrook has never settled for anything less. But if OKC's season fizzled again, Presti was likely going to have to shop his stars next summer without the suitors that were available in this one. ESPN described Presti as "crestfallen" by George's trade request. Disappointed, maybe. Presti and the Thunder organization put in yeoman's work keeping George in the fold. But that request was manna from heaven, a gift from the basketball gods, and the team knew it. Presti could deal with two teams the Clippers and Raptors desperate to sign Kawhi Leonard, knowing that acquiring George was the only way to do it. He had the Rockets, a team with internal issues, needing to shake things up. Houston doubled as Westbrook's preferred destination, no small wrinkle since Presti was never, ever going to ship his former franchise player to a destination he didn't like. Oklahoma City dealt two franchise cornerstones, and it's hard to see how they could have got back more in return. They officially tumble from the ranks of the contenders but are armed to the teeth with what you need to build a team to rejoin them. Make no mistake: The pressure is on Presti now. The Thunder are playing the long game here, but short term results are vital. Oklahoma City's draft capital what projects to be 15 first-round picks and four swaps in the next seven years, per ESPN's Bobby Marks is impressive, but picks eventually become people, and the Thunder need to land the right ones. Presti's drafts have been mixed bags. He built a powerhouse around Durant and Westbrook by snaring Ibaka, and Reggie Jackson with late first-round picks, while turning Harden into the pick that became Steven Adams. But recent whiffs (Perry Jones, Mitch McGary, Cameron Payne) have set the franchise back. Goes without saying, but let's: Oklahoma City is going to have to hit on more than it misses. There is the matter of Paul, too. It's unlikely Paul will want to spend the twilight of his career with the rebuilding Thunder. Presti plans to meet with Paul's agent, Leon Rose, in the coming days. Expect Oklahoma City to be willing partners in a trade. Miami, perhaps . Do not expect the Thunder to buy Paul out. Oklahoma City has no problem being competitive next season. With Paul, it would be hard for them not to be. Paul supplants Westbrook, Danilo Gallinari replaces George and while no one will be planning a ticker-tape parade through Bricktown, throw Gilgeous-Alexander, Adams, Roberson and Dennis Schroder into the mix and that's not a team spiraling to the bottom. If Paul wants out, someone is going to have to come get him. A new era dawns in Oklahoma City, and there will be different ways people remember the old one. They were the upstarts, the overachievers, the small market outsiders who vanquished the conference establishment, building an improbable power. They were the underachievers, a team of unfulfilled promise, forever haunted by the Harden trade and the thought of what could have been. On Thursday, news of the deal broke while I was recording a podcast with Wizards coach Scott Brooks. Brooks was part of the fabric of those Oklahoma City teams, a patient, tough-minded developmental coach who brought the best out of a young roster. I asked Brooks: Does he ever wonder what could have been? "Absolutely," Brooks said. "You can always play the what-if game. And when you do that, the hypotheticals, they always play to your favor. I say, 'We would have won five championships.' But that's easy for all of us to say. There were tough decisions that had to be made, and they were made." Indeed. Oklahoma City made another decision this week, and Russell Westbrook is gone. A long chapter closes for the Thunder. A new one begins. Related slideshow: 2019 NBA offseason moves (Provided by imagn)


CBS Sports released their top-100 NFL players recently and two Bills players found their way on the list and both are on the side of the ball the team will lean on next year, the defense. Cornerback Tre'Davious White and defensive end Jerry Hughes cracked the list, coming in at No. 91 and No. 97, respectively. Here's how CBS Sports breaks down each: Tre'Davious White White allowed 357 passing yards all season as a sophomore, along with a 75.6 passer rating that was nearly as good as the mark he allowed as a rookie. Buffalo has a lockdown corner under contract for years to come. Jerry Hughes Hughes has not quite reached the heights of his 2013 and 2014 seasons (10 sacks each) in the time since then (22 sacks in four years), but he is a consistently above-average rushing presence on the edge of the Bills' defense. He had seven sacks, 18 quarterback hits, and 54 hurries last season. Hughes and White are both keys for the Bills' defense in 2019. The Bills added Ed Oliver on the defensive line, and the front office is hoping his pass-rushing prowess will have a ripple through the unit. For Hughes, if Oliver and other pass rushers get to the quarterback a bit more than last season, that'll help him. Think Hughes and Mario Williams in the same defense. In White's case, if a quarterback is rushing a pass his way, there will be opportunity to pounce for more interceptions. As a rookie, he had four takeaways but only two last season. Plus, opposing QBs targeted him less, but the emergence of Levi Wallace could also help White get more balls thrown his way so he can show his stuff. On offense, it's little surprise the Bills didn't land anyone on CBS Sports' list. That side of the ball, QB Josh Allen included, is still trying to prove itself. Defensively, linebacker Matt Milano could've seen a nod, but he's still a young player. Milano or Tremaine Edmunds could start gaining some national attention soon. MORE: See the dramatic final hand of 2019 WSOP Main Event that won Hossein Ensan $10 million The top 100 players in the NFL today Colts ranked No. 1 in NFL future power rankings Roundup: Al Green Introduces Articles of Impeachment Against Trump; Emmy Nominations Announced; Earthquake Rattles Bay Area; News: Cowboys' $100 million men underpaid, and more dangerous in 2019


Some were super risqué, others were simply ahead of their time. From Bianca Jagger's low-cut skirt suit to Gwen Stefani's ombre pink gown, the world has seen a lot of wild wedding dresses. Though not two of these designs look alike, all of them made headlines. 1840: Queen Victoria Ever wonder why so many brides wear white? Thank Queen Victoria. In 1840, she walked down the aisle to marry Prince Albert wearing a white wedding dress that sparked a trend, making white the go-to shade for brides. 1937: Wallis Simpson Wallis Simpson was an American socialite who intended to marry the British King Edward VIII. Because of her non-royal status and first marriage that ended in divorce, the king was forced to abdicate his throne in order to marry her. Wallis wore a subtle, blue dress to their wedding, which none of Edward's family attended. 1945: Lauren Bacall Even though Lauren Bacall is an old-Hollywood actress known for her sultry looks, she skipped the big white dress and wore a beige skirt-suit and black leather belt for her wedding to Humphrey Bogart (who also happened to be 25 years her senior). 1952: Elizabeth Taylor While she wore several gowns for her many marriages, Elizabeth Taylor's first unconventional dress was this simple suit for her 1952 wedding to her second husband, Michael Wilding. 1954: Marilyn Monroe When Hollywood starlet Marilyn Monroe married baseball legend Joe DiMaggio in San Francisco on January 14, 1954, she didn't wear white. In fact, she wore something nobody would've expected: a chocolate brown dress that hit just below her knees, plus a matching jacket. 1959: Elizabeth Taylor It wasn't just the hunter green dress Taylor wore to her wedding to Eddie Fisher that made it through the gossip mills. The marriage as a whole was one of Hollywood's biggest scandals, given that Fisher was married to Taylor's close friend, Debbie Reynolds, when the two first got together. 1959: Brigitte Bardot For her second wedding, the French actress threw tradition out the window and (although you can't tell here) wore a pink gingham shirtwaist dress by Jacques Estere to her wedding to actor Jacques Charrier. 1964: Elizabeth Taylor For her wedding to fifth husband Richard Burton, Taylor opted for a canary yellow chiffon dress topped off with dozens of white flowers in her hair. While her penchant for getting married certainly made the news more than her gowns, this was her brightest dress to date. 1966: Mia Farrow On top of being a trendsetter with her iconic pixie cut, Mia Farrow totally ignored conventions when she wore a short, structured white skirt suit for her wedding to Frank Sinatra in 1966. The marriage itself was seen as scandalous, given the age difference between the pair: Farrow was just 21 at the time, while Sinatra was 50 years old. 1967: Liza Minnelli For her first wedding to Peter Allen, Liza Minnelli wore all a white dress ensemble, but with her own flair. The lace blouse with ruffled sleeves and a turtleneck, paired with a sleek cream skirt, was ahead of its time. 1967: Raquel Welch The famous actress' crotchet outfit she wore to wed producer Patrick Curtis at the City Hall of Paris on Valentine's Day back in 1967 was so casual, it looked like she could have just walked off of the beach in St. Tropez - despite the winter season. 1967: Priscilla Beaulieu Presley Ready for a big surprise? Elvis Presley's wife Priscilla Beaulieu designed her own dress for the pair's Las Vegas wedding - and it was a dramatic one, featuring chiffon, beads, and a three-foot veil. 1969: Audrey Hepburn Considering her famously stunning looks, it's no wonder that Audrey Hepburn looked every bit the blushing bride at the wedding for her second marriage, which was to Italian psychiatrist Andrea Dotti in 1969. Still, it came as a big surprise that she opted to wear a pale pink Givenchy minidress with long sleeves and a headscarf. 1969: Yoko Ono Being the unconventional couple that they were, Yoko Ono and John Lennon chose to wear untraditional garb to their nuptials. Ono rocked several of the decade's most iconic trends : the mini skirt, a felt hat, and knee-highs. 1969: Cilla Black The English star sought out John Bates, a popular designer in the '60s, to design her short, red, velvet wedding dress to Bobby Willis. Even though it wasn't the expected, it was clearly good luck, because the two were married for more than 30 years until his death in 1999. 1971: Bianca Jagger When model Bianca Jagger married Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger in 1971, she wore a low-cut white skirt suit that was by no means conventional, yet it's still easily one of the most stylish celebrity bridal looks of the decade. 1981: Princess Diana Princess Diana's show-stopping wedding dress had over 10,000 pearls and a 25-foot wedding train . Before her wedding started she actually spilled perfume on her gown, but Diana's team managed to hide it so no one noticed. 1985: Madonna Leave it to one of the most iconic singers of all time to wear a memorable wedding dress. When she wed actor Sean Penn, she donned a dress by her costume designer, but it was the black bowler hat with a veil attached that had everyone talking. 1985: Brigitte Nielson No one did '80s glam better than Brigitte Nielson, especially at her wedding to Sylvester Stallone in December 1985. She designed the long-sleeved gown herself and added a statement-making beaded headdress on top. 1988: Rita Wilson When Rita Wilson walked down the aisle with Tom Hanks , she rocked a super short, poofy-meets-bodycon dress that doesn't exactly stand the test of time. What did stand the test of time: their marriage. As of 2016, the couple has been together for 28 years - that's basically a century in celebrity relationship years. 1989: Emma Thompson When Emma Thompson married Irish actor Kenneth Branagh in 1989, it's unlikely that anyone expected her to walk down the aisle in a multicolored dress featuring a squiggly pink bodice. To be fair to Emma Thompson, the late '80s and early '90s weren't exactly the most fashionable years in history. 1993: Mariah Carey In a lavish affair on June 5, 1993, singer Mariah Carey married Sony Music's Tommy Mottola wearing a massive $25,000 Vera Wang gown with a 27-foot-long train. That's right, 27 feet of fabric. The couple divorced just four years later. 1994: Celine Dion The iconic singer kicked off her marriage to her manager Rene Angélil on December 17, 1994 wearing a breathtaking Mirella and Steve Gentile gown featuring long sleeves and a 20-foot train. The (literal) crowning glory of the look that's more divisive than the dress itself: a seven-pound headpiece. 2001: Jennifer Lopez JLo's second wedding was a whirlwind. She married her backup dancer, Cris Judd, less than eight months after splitting from her boyfriend of two years, Sean Combs. Jennifer wore a Valentino gown and the duo put together their wedding plans in just three months . 2002: Gwen Stefani In a move that only a true rockstar could pull off, No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani married Bush singer Gavin Rossdale while wearing a wild Christian Dior dress designed by John Galliano that featured a striking white-to-pink gradient and a lengthy train. 2003: Julianne Moore Julianne Moore opted against white for her wedding to Bart Freundlich and wore a lavender Prada dress instead. The couple said their vows at a friend's Greenwich Village home back in 2003. 2005: Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, wore a blue-gold dress coat by Robinson Valentine, which was inspired by her mother's jewelry, for her exchanging of vows with Prince Charles. She wore a headpiece by Philip Treacy. 2006: Pamela Anderson If anyone was willing to bare all at their wedding, it was bound to be Pamela Anderson and Kid Rock. When the pair tied the knot on a yacht in St. Tropez, the bride rocked (hyuck hyuck) a teensy white bikini. 2009: Heidi Montag In a moment that would be viewed by millions on reality TV, Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt exchanged their vows in front of a dramatic crowd on MTV's The Hills . Leading up to the moment, there were rumors that Heidi would design her own gown, but for the her big day she wore a Monique Lhuillier dress. 2010: Cynthia Bailey For the Real Housewives of Atlanta star's wedding to Peter Thomas, she went as far away from a white dress as she could, wearing instead a platinum-colored gown custom made by designer Rubin Singer. She said her modern venue, Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta, was her inspiration . 2011: Kate Middleton For Prince William and Kate Middleton's massive wedding at Westminster Abbey, Kate pulled out all of the stops for her dress. Her Alexander McQueen gown featured 58 gazar and organza covered buttons down the back and she borrowed the Queen's Cartier Halo , which was given to Queen Elizabeth by the Queen Mother on her 18th birthday. 2011: Kim Zolciak Not to be outdone, this Real Housewives of Atlanta star wore three dresses to her wedding to Kroy Biermann . Her most extravagant (and revealing) was this low-cut, 32-pound Baracci Beverly Hills dress, which reportedly set her back $58,000 . 2011: Kate Moss When the fashion model married Jamie Hinceat, she wore a custom gown by John Galliano that was inspired by popular chiffon dresses from the '30s. While undeniably stunning, some people did point out that it looked a little see through. 2014: Kandi Burruss As for Kandi Burruss, another Real Housewives of Atlanta star, there's no surprise here that she didn't hold back for her wedding to Todd Tucker. Her custom Reco Chapple dress reportedly cost $20,000 and featured a 12-foot ostrich feather train. 2014: Solange Knowles What better way to celebrate your nuptials than by wearing an outfit you can actually move around in? That's exactly what Solange Knowles did on her way to marry music video director Alan Ferguson in New Orleans on November 16, 2014. Her look was totally stunning, yet super comfy - she could even ride a bike in it! 2014: Scheana Marie The model and star of Vanderpump Rules on Bravo designed her own dress for her wedding to Michael Shay at the height of the crop top fad. Some thought her dress was too trendy and would appear outdated in only a few of years. 2016: Jerry Hall Instead of wearing white (technically it was her first wedding, since her 1990 nuptials to Mick Jagger were annulled), the model and actress wore a light blue Vivienne Westwood dress. 2017: Maria Menounos Maria Menounos and her longtime boyfriend Keven Undergaro got engaged back in 2016. They decided to marry in the middle of Times Square on New Year's Eve in 2017 - and put it on live television, too. Maria wore a Pronovias gown with sleeves in an attempt to cover up as much skin as possible given the cold temps. 2018: Meghan Markle Meghan Markle's veil was 16 feet long and featured flowers of the 53 nations of the Commonwealth. She chose a British designer, Clare Waight Keller of Givenchy, to design her dress for her big day with Prince Harry. 2018: Princess Eugenie Princess Eugenie requested a low back on her by dress (designed by Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vosdress), because as a child she suffered from severe scoliosis that required an eight-hour surgery after she turned 12, resulting in a scar that's became a part of her identity. She reportedly didn't want to hide it on her wedding day.


A third Kentucky Democrat announced his campaign Thursday to challenge Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) in 2020. Mike Broihier, a first-time candidate and former U.S. Marine, announced his Senate bid with a three-minute video that urges voters to "forget their labels." "For 35 years, Mitch McConnell has used labels to reinforce old prejudices, to divide us, to maintain his grip on power," Broihier, 57, says in the video. "But we are more than a collection of labels. We are each unique. "We deserve a U.S. senator who sees beyond the labels, who actually cares about us, who listens to us, who sees us and respects us as individuals," the video continues. "Mitch McConnell doesn't." The Wisconsin native moved to Kentucky in 2005 after he retired from the Marines, the Louisville Courier-Journal reported . He's served as a reporter and editor for the Interior Journal, a local newspaper. According to his website , Broihier describes his campaign in six words: "Economic and social justice for all." Among his priorities are to raise the federal minimum wage, secure equal pay for women and end family separations. Broihier is the third Democrat to enter the Democratic primary. Former Marine Amy McGrath, a prominent congressional candidate during last year's midterm elections, announced her candidacy last week. McGrath was one of the top fundraisers of the cycle and narrowly lost her bid to unseat Rep. Andy Barr (R) in Kentucky's 6th Congressional District. Democrat Steve Cox, a health care professional, entered the race in May, the Courier-Journal reported.


Missed the the most recent top news in New York City? Read on for everything you need to know. The library saved my life: Now as ever, New York City must support the free public spaces where people can go to learn and explore It was one of the best times in my life. With apologies to Charles Dickens, it was also one of the worst. Read the full story on New York Daily News . Man with knife on New York City bus taken down by driver and Good Samaritans A man is in police custody after allegedly attempting to attack an MTA bus driver in the East Village Thursday night. Read the full story on ABC New York, WABC . 'Wrong, plain and simple': 50 years after the Stonewall raid, New York City's police commissioner apologizes A half century after the New York Police Department raided the Stonewall Inn   prompting a riot credited with sparking the modern gay rights movement   NYPD police commissioner James O'Neill apologized. "The actions taken by the NYPD were wrong, plain and simple," O'Neill said Thursday. "And for that, I apologize." Read the full story on MySanAntonio . 46 ice cream trucks are being seized in a New York City crackdown Shell corporations, millions in fines, and a sting operation in New York City. It's not a noir film; it's a crackdown on ice cream trucks. Read the full story on Action News Now . Is this gay, sober, poem-writing City Council leader the mayor New Yorkers want? Corey Johnson, the Council speaker, is using his personality to draw attention to issues as Mayor Bill de Blasio traverses the country to pursue a long-shot presidential bid. Read the full story on The New York Times . This story was created automatically using data about news stories on social media from CrowdTangle , then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Rain finally won out Saturday night, postponing the Coke Sugar Zero 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at Daytona International Speedway until Sunday. The race has been rescheduled for 1 p.m. ET Sunday and will be broadcast live on NBC. Qualifying was for the race was canceled on Friday, which set the field per the rulebook and is primarily based on owner points. Joey Logano's No. 22 Penske team currently leads the owner points and will start from the pole. Read Also: Logano will start on pole at Daytona after qualifying cancelled "I think anytime you can be first it's a good position. That's where I want to be all the time. The beginning or the end I want to be first all the time," Logano said. "Where we would have qualified? I don't really care. We're first. "We never made a qualifying run to really know where our single-car speed was going to be, not that we were banking on rain or anything like that, it just played out that way. We'll take it." Kyle Busch will start second, Logano's Penske teammate, Brad Keselowski, will line up third, Kevin Harvick starts fourth and Martin Truex Jr. fifth. Rounding out the top 10 starters are Denny Hamlin, Chase Elliott, Kurt Busch, Alex Bowman and Ryan Blaney. Five drivers will have to start the race from the rear of the field   William Byron (going to a backup car) and Kyle Larson, Justin Haley, Joey Gase and Brendan Gaughan all for unapproved adjustments. Read Also: Ross Chastain wins wild Daytona Xfinity Series race


The Pirates have had to go almost a month without right-hander Trevor Williams , who landed on the injured list May 17 with a right side strain. Williams will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Indianapolis on Thursday, though, and could slot back into Pittsburgh's rotation as early as next Tuesday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports. Even with the injury factored in, the 27-year-old Williams has perhaps been the Pirates' best starter in 2019. Before going on the IL, Williams totaled nine starts and 54 innings   good for a six-frame average   and pitched to a matching 3.33 ERA/3.33 FIP with 7.0 K/9, 1.67 BB/9 and .67 HR/9. It continued an underrated run of production for Williams, who combined for a 3.49 ERA/3.68 FIP over 56 starts and 309 1/3 innings from 2017-18. In addition to Williams' forthcoming return, the Pirates will soon welcome back fellow righty Jordan Lyles , per Berry. Lyles just hit the IL on June 10 with left hamstring tightness, though it appears he'll only miss the minimum 10 days. So far in 2019, the 28-year-old has performed like one of the top bargain signings of the offseason. Since inking a one-year, $2.05M contract during the winter, Lyles has notched a 3.64 ERA/3.63 FIP with 9.23 K/9, 3.36 BB/9 and .98 HR/9 in 12 starts and 64 1/3 frames. Of the 11 pitchers who have started for the Pirates this year, Williams, Lyles, Joe Musgrove and Jameson Taillon are the only ones who have posted average or better numbers. Taillon has been down since the beginning of May with a right flexor strain, however, and Berry reports there's still no timetable for his return. Meanwhile, Chris Archer has come up well short of expectations , Steven Brault has battled control problems, and opposing offenses hammered high-end prospect Mitch Keller during his first two starts.


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Long Beach? We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide , to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring a place in Long Beach if you've got $2,300/month earmarked for your rent. Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.) Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions. 5120 Livingston Drive First up, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 5120 Livingston Drive. It's listed for $2,295/month for its 650 square feet of space. In the spacious unit, there are hardwood floors, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and more. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property. According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is very walkable and is convenient for biking. (See the complete listing here .) 2000 Park Ave. Here's an 800-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2000 Park Ave. that's going for $2,271/month. Building amenities include on-site laundry, a swimming pool and covered parking. Pet lovers are in luck: cats and dogs are both welcome. The newly-remodeled unit features stainless steel appliances and vinyl plank flooring. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable and is quite bikeable. (Check out the complete listing here .) 100 Long Beach Blvd. Next, check out this 620-square-foot studio apartment that's located at 100 Long Beach Blvd. It's listed for $2,256/month. In the unit, you'll find floor-to-ceiling windows and in-unit laundry, while the building features a rooftop lounge and a community kitchen with grill stations. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are permitted on this property. According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable and is convenient for biking. (See the complete listing here .) 40 Cedar Walk Located at 40 Cedar Walk, here's a 585-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $2,249/month. In the unit, you can anticipate air conditioning and a spacious kitchen, while the building features secured entry and a fitness center. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are welcome. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable and is quite bikeable. (See the complete listing here .) 442 W. Ocean Blvd. Listed at $2,240/month, this 648-square-foot studio apartment is located at 442 W. Ocean Blvd. Building amenities include on-site laundry and more, while the unit offers hardwood floors and high ceilings. Pet lovers are in luck: cats and dogs are permitted. The listing specifies a $500 pet fee. According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is a "walker's paradise" and is convenient for biking. (See the complete listing here .) This story was created automatically using local real estate data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


The Cincinnati Bengals are arguably the quietest team in the AFC North this offseason. Impressive, considering the Bengals are breaking in a massive new coaching staff for the first time in 16 years. But Cincinnati's rivals have all sorts of developments surrounding them right now. Instead of scrambling to keep up during the slow summer months, let's update the most topical story surrounding each AFC North team. Baltimore Ravens: All Things Lamar Jackson Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports The Ravens lost droves of defensive talent this offseason, so much of the team's success might come down to Jackson under center. But Jackson completed less than 60 percent of his passes last year and ended up leading the team in rushing attempts, so his development as a passer is critical. But by all accounts, Jackson has been steadily progressing in this area , especially after working on mechanics with noted outside sources. At the least, it's something to monitor. Pittsburgh Steelers: Antonio Brown's Lasting Impact Neville E. Guard-USA TODAY Sports The Steelers are infamous over the past few seasons for plenty of internal drama. That stigma isn't going to leave easily, especially with reporters honed in on the Antonio Brown angle still. Most recently, Ben Roethlisberger said " He made me a better quarterback " and JuJu Smith-Schuster had nothing but nice things to say , too. But the real story in Pittsburgh will unfold on the field, where Smith-Schuster will have to step up without Brown on the field and first-round product James Washington will have to take a leap. If not, the questions might only get worse. Cleveland Browns: Baker Mayfield Drama Scott R. Galvin-USA TODAY Sports The hype around the Browns almost always seemed too good to be true - the offseason moves seemed amazing on paper…but it all has to mesh. This got off to an odd start during minicamp when Mayfield decided to weigh-in on the contract/trade status of running back Duke Johnson. That got the sophomore passer in some hot water with veterans on the team . Does this mean the Browns will stink next year? Of course not. This is probably overblown by the media too, with veterans likely saying something along the lines of "you don't have to comment on everything, especially a teammate's contract status." While it's a learning moment for Mayfield, the outside lesson is the Browns will also face an up-and-down summer regardless of hype. MORE: What the Lakers' new roster looks like with Anthony Davis NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Saints players react to Pelicans, Lakers Anthony Davis trade Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger on Antonio Brown: 'He made me a better quarterback' The Celtics should consider drafting Bol Bol


Before his weekend at Royal Portrush, Shane Lowry asserted, victory or not, he'd still be the same golfer with the same level of fame. "I'll be getting on an airplane Monday to go to Memphis, regardless of what happens Sunday," Lowry said. "There'll probably be 10 men and a dog following me." But then the weekend came, and with it, the claret jug , and it appears Lowry's schedule has slightly changed. On Tuesday, the Irishman pulled out of the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational. No official word was given for Lowry's withdraw, but a quick social search reveals a clue... https://twitter.com/EuropeanTour/status/1153310289619820544 Lowry is expected to celebrate his Open triumph in his hometown of Clara on Tuesday evening. Given the festivities that are likely to ensue, that Dublin-to-Memphis commute would have been an overwhelming test of the somatic and psychological limits. Prior to his Open breakthrough, Lowry's lone PGA Tour victory came at this event when it was known as the Bridgestone Invitational. The tournament has moved from Firestone to TPC Southwind this season, yet still holds World Golf Championship status. Despite Lowry's exit, the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational includes 45 of the OWGR's top 50 players.


Fifty years ago, two U.S. men were the first humans to walk on the lunar surface Apollo 11 50th anniversary: The race to the moon On July 20, 1969, American astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin became the first humans to land and walk on the moon. Armstrong was the first to walk on the surface, as millions around the world watched and held their breath. As he took his first step, Armstrong famously said, "That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind." Here's a look at the race to the moon. Sputnik is launched The Soviet Union fired the first salvo in the space race with the U.S., launching the first artificial satellite. Sputnik went into space on Oct. 4, 1957, sending a shock wave through the American public, who believed the U.S. was technologically superior, especially after the atomic bombings of World War II. Both nations soon became locked in a battle to achieve space milestones. First man in space The Soviet Union celebrated as Yuri Gagarin became the first person to travel into space and the first to orbit the planet. His flight, on April 12, 1961, lasted 108 minutes in the Soviet Union's Vostok spacecraft. After the successful flight, Gagarin became a cultural hero in the Soviet Union. President Kennedy's space speech The Apollo 11 mission occurred eight years after President John F. Kennedy announced a national goal of landing a man on the moon by the end of the 1960s. In a May 1961 speech before Congress, Kennedy said: "First, I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the Earth." In this 1963 photo, NASA Administrator James Webb, center with Kennedy next to him, cites the achievements of the Project Mercury astronauts, who received the 1963 Collier Trophy Award in a ceremony at the White House. The Apollo 11 crew In this 1969 photo, the Apollo 11 lunar crew poses for an official photo. From left: Commander Neil Armstrong, command module pilot Michael Collins and lunar module pilot Edwin Aldrin. Checking out the space On June 10, 1969, the Apollo 11 crew conducts a compartment fit and functional check of the equipment and storage locations in their command module. Ready for launch Armstrong, Collins and Aldrin prepare to board the special transport van to the launch complex at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. We have liftoff The 363-foot Apollo 11 spacecraft is launched by a Saturn V rocket from Kennedy Space Center on July 16, 1969. A few minutes after the launch, it was up to Collins to pilot the command module, Columbia, through the maneuvers that would detach it from the third stage of the rocket. Mission man Armstrong smiles for the camera inside the lunar module on July 20, 1969. Armstrong and Aldrin descended in the lunar module Eagle to explore the Sea of Tranquility region of the moon. Aldrin takes a walk Aldrin walks near the lunar module during Apollo 11 extravehicular activity on July 20. Collins stayed in orbit around the moon and did experiments and took pictures. He orbited the moon alone in Columbia for 21.5 hours. Armstrong on the moon Armstrong works on the lunar surface. From the time of the launch until the return splashdown on July 24, almost every major aspect of the flight of Apollo 11 was witnessed on TV by people around the globe. The landing was watched by an estimated 600 million people. Earth view A view of the Earth appears over the lunar horizon during the mission. Aldrin at work An interior view of the Apollo 11 lunar module shows Aldrin. Surface experiment Aldrin deploys a scientific experiment package on the surface of the moon. A view to history Vice President Spiro Agnew and former President Lyndon Johnson view the liftoff of Apollo 11 at the Kennedy Space Center. The command module returned to Earth on July 24, 1969. Splashdown U.S. Navy personnel disinfect the Apollo 11 astronauts after they get into a life raft during recovery operations on July 24. After a mission of eight days and three hours, from launch to landing, the Apollo 11 crew was plucked from the Pacific Ocean by helicopters after splashing down. The crew had to don protective biological isolation garments in case they were infected by hazardous moon germs. Ticker tape parade New York welcomes the Apollo 11 crew in a showering of ticker tape along Broadway and Park Avenue on Aug. 13, 1969. The three heroes Collins, Armstrong and Aldrin greet the crowd during the parade. Magazine cover The December 1969 cover of National Geographic depicts Aldrin on the surface of the moon. Nixon greets the astronauts In November 1969, President Richard Nixon, right, meets the Apollo 11 astronauts on the lawn of the White House. 40th anniversary of the moon landing President Barack Obama, right, greets Aldrin, Collins and Armstrong in the Oval Office on July 20, 2009, in Washington, 40 years after their historic mission.


Oakland From a nighttime yoga class to a self-care workshop, there's plenty to enjoy in Oakland 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. Your Call Live: HEAR   Histories of Exclusion And Resistance From the event description: The "Your Call" series explores the connections between Japanese American incarceration during WWII and modern threats to civil liberties. Host Rose Aguilar will speak to Nancy Ukai and Judy Shintani about how they are using art to explore the ramifications of Japanese American incarceration during WWII. When: Wednesday, May 29, 6-8:30 p.m. Where: David Brower Center, 2150 Allston Way Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Yoga After Dark From the event description: Black to Yoga is a yoga extravaganza created by women of color, for everybody. After a year of hosting successful daytime events, we hope you will join us on Wednesday for our inaugural nighttime event at Starline Social Club. This event will feature two one-hour yoga classes, food, music, local vendors and massage-by-the-minute. After the second class, we invite you to stay with us because Oakland-based D.J. Atreau will be providing our soundtrack for the evening and will continue to play music until 10 p.m. When: Wednesday, May 29, 6-10 p.m. Where: Starline Social Club, 2236 Martin Luther King Junior Way Admission: $35 (General Admission) Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Digital Services Happy Hour From the event description: You're invited to a special event at for the digital services community. We're bringing together folks from across the digital services movement who are driving the adoption of new technology in government. This group is curated by the Digital Services Coalition, a collection of agile technology and design firms that serve   or aspire to serve   the government. We are dedicated to building government technology systems that are user-centered, equitable and accessible for all, and we want to meet you. When: Wednesday, May 29, 7-10 p.m. Where: The Alice Collective, 272 14th St. Admission: Free Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Ana Tijoux Concert From the event description: One of the most respected MCs in any language, Ana Tijoux has been winning over fans around the world since her debut "1977" bubbled up from an underground sensation into mainstream recognition. Tijoux's new album "Vengo" showcases the nimble MC over lush, golden-era hip-hop production rooted in traditional Latin instrumentation. When: Wednesday, May 29, 9-11:30 p.m. Where: The New Parish, 1743 San Pablo Ave. Admission: $30 (Advance) Click here for more details, and to get your tickets Redefining Self Care: What it Means to Flourish on Your Own Terms From the event description: Join us for the "We Flourish" launch event and enjoy delicious bites, kombucha mocktails, guided meditation and more. We'll have a panel discussion on self care and defining what wellness means to us as individuals. When: Thursday, May 30, 6-8 p.m. Where: Sphere Women's Wellness Oasis, 1212 Broadway, Floor 3 Admission: $20 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.


Editor's note: The opinions in this article are the author's, as published by our content partner, and do not necessarily represent the views of MSN or Microsoft. Just when it appeared that the NFL was getting out of the business of policing the private lives of players not arrested or charged with crimes, the NFL pulled itself back in, with the six-game suspension imposed on Seahawks defensive lineman Jarran Reed . Although the league seems to be exercising far more caution when dealing with players who never faced the scrutiny of the criminal justice system, the NFL's in-house system of justice becomes much easier to apply in the absence of formal public legal proceedings when the alleged victim of a player's wrongdoing chooses to cooperate with the NFL. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the alleged victim in Reed's case did indeed cooperate. If she had refused to do so, it would have become much more difficult for the league to do anything about the allegations against Reed, because (as noted on Monday in connection with the league's inability to get information regarding the child-abuse investigation involving the son of Tyreek Hill ), the league has no power to force people not connected to the NFL or any of its teams to cooperate. This fundamental flaw in the NFL's ability to gather potentially relevant evidence likely contributes to the perception/reality of inconsistent outcomes more than anything else, although plenty of other flaws exist in the process. It's gotten bad enough that an employee of the NFL   Judy Battista of NFL Media   publicly said what needed to be said regarding the confusion created by the Friday decision not to suspend Hill and the next-business-day decision to suspend Reed. "I know domestic violence cases are difficult & sensitive," Battista said on Twitter. "But the wildly different outcomes of NFL investigations without much public explanation give the impression to players & fans the discipline is random & arbitrary. True or not, it's a bad look and the NFL has to fix it." She's right, and hopefully instead of getting miffed that someone who is supposed to be part of the broader "team" has decided to provide a fair, honest, and candid critique of the situation, the NFL will engage in a fair, honest, and candid assessment of its own subpar procedures in order to ensure that discipline of a player doesn't hinge on whether a witness with no connection to the league is willing to talk. In Hill's case, the mother of the child reportedly refused to cooperate . The Kareem Hunt case languished (until TMZ got involved) in large part because the victim refused to cooperate . Conversely, the alleged victim in Ezekiel Elliott 's case from 2017 willingly submitted to interviews at least six times   even though when the time came for Elliott to defend himself the league basically said, "We have no power to compel her to show up and be questioned." So, yes, the perception is that the league is all over the place when it comes to disciplining players who were never arrested or charged. It's also the reality.