PARIS   The chief executive of Boeing said the company made a "mistake" in handling a problematic cockpit warning system in its 737 Max jets before two crashes killed 346 people, and he promised transparency as the aircraft maker works to get the grounded plane back in flight. Speaking before the industry-wide Paris Air Show, Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg told reporters Boeing's communication with regulators, customers and the public "was not consistent. And that's unacceptable." The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has faulted Boeing for not telling regulators for more than a year that a safety indicator in the cockpit of the top-selling plane didn't work as intended. Boeing and the FAA have said the warning light wasn't critical for flight safety. But the botched communication has eroded trust in Boeing as the company struggles to rebound from the passenger jet crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia. "We clearly had a mistake in the implementation of the alert," Muilenburg said. Pilots also have expressed anger that Boeing did not inform them about the new software that's been implicated in the fatal crashes. Muilenburg expressed confidence that the Boeing 737 Max would be cleared to fly again later this year by U.S. and all other global regulators. "We will take the time necessary" to ensure the Max is safe, he said. The model has been grounded worldwide for three months, and regulators need to approve Boeing's long-awaited fix to the software before it can return to the skies. Muilenburg called the crashes of the Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines jets a "defining moment" for Boeing, but said he thinks the result will be a "better and stronger company." In the United States, Boeing has faced scrutiny from members of Congress and the FAA over how it reported the problem involving a cockpit warning light. The company discovered in 2017 that a warning light designed to alert pilots when sensors measuring the angle of a plane's nose might be wrong only worked if airlines had purchased a separate feature. The angle-measuring sensors have been implicated in the Lion Air crash in Indonesia last October and the Ethiopian Airlines crash in March. The sensors malfunctioned, alerting software to push the noses of the planes down. The pilots were unable to take back control of the planes. Boeing told the FAA of what it learned in 2017 after the Indonesia crash. Pilot Dennis Tajer, a spokesman for the union that represents American Airlines pilot, the Allied Pilots Association, said it's good Muilenburg was willing to revisit the cockpit alert problem and to acknowledge Boeing mishandled conveying information. But Tajer said he thinks Boeing made a series of unprecedented communication missteps that have "created a massive headwind to rebuilding trust." Restoring trust in the Max is Boeing's No. 1 priority, Muilenburg said   ahead of an upgraded 777 and work on its upcoming NMA long-range jet. The Max, the newest version of Boeing's best-selling 737, is critical to the company's future. The Max was a direct response to rival Airbus' fuel-efficient A320neo, one of the European plane maker's most popular jets; Airbus has outpaced Boeing in sales in the category. The Max crashes, a slowing global economy, and damage from tariffs and trade fights threaten to cloud the mood at the Paris Air Show. Along with its alternating-years companion, the Farnborough International Airshow near London, the Paris show is usually a celebration of cutting-edge aviation technology. Muilenburg forecast a limited number of orders at the Paris event, the first major air show since the crashes, but said it was still important for Boeing to attend to talk to customers and others in the industry. He also announced that Boeing was raising its long-term forecast for global plane demand, notably amid sustained growth in Asia. Boeing expects the world's airlines will need 44,000 planes within 20 years, up from a previous forecast of 43,000 planes. Muilenburg projected that within 10 years, the overall aviation market   including passenger jets, cargo and warplanes   would be worth $8.7 trillion, compared to earlier forecasts of $8.1 trillion. Both estimates are higher than the ones from Airbus, which sees slower growth ahead. However, Airbus is heading into the Paris show with confidence. It is expected to announce several plane sales and unveil its A321 XLR long-range jet. Airbus executives said the Max crashes aren't affecting their sales strategy, but are a reminder of the importance to the whole industry of ensuring safety. ___ Rachel Lerman in San Francisco contributed to this report.


All longtime golf fans are grateful to Charles Schwab for rescuing the Colonial, even if it meant wiping the club's name off the iconic title in favor of the forgettable Charles Schwab Challenge. Then again, had they left Colonial in the title, we'd all still just call it the Colonial. And may still. But the longtime supporter of golf might be scratching his head a bit after year one of a four-year deal even after a perfectly normal PGA Tour event. A fascinating mix of leaders were extinguished by Kevin Na's closing 66 only to have Na immediately give away quite possibly the most clever winner's gift in some time: a restored Dodge Challenger. Granted, Na did pledge before the tournament started to gift the car to Harms , who deserves more than an iconic American sports car for carrying Na's bag(gage). Adding to the awkwardness of the day: a subdued CBS telecast marked by multiple shots from the clouds (aka blimp), the dreaded bereavement track, and tributes to legends lost such as Dan Jenkins, Bart Starr, etc. Still, the general somberness became more apparent when Jim Nantz and Nick Faldo were shown at the 18th before a tribute to "retiring" CBS workers was shown. I decided to spice up the CBS retirement tribute because I loved it so much #remixszn #CharlesSchwabChallenge pic.twitter.com/pVmYe4cJMC - Amanda Rose (@amandagolf59) May 26, 2019 The tribute was quite touching, with Nantz refusing to sugarcoat the situation while Faldo's eyes watered and turned red as they discussed the roles of the many talented craftspeople losing their jobs. Excuse me, retiring. In mass. All in the same week. As they introduced the primary crew members and some of the great moments covered over lengthy tenures, it was obviously a huge blow to the CBS Sports team. While words like retirement and voluntary were bandied about, we all know what this is about , as telegraphed a couple of months ago: Cost cutting moves: CBS is looking for about $100 million in cost savings in the next three years from belt-tightening and restructuring in search of greater efficiencies. That process could lead to streamlining of redundant operations and voluntary employee buyouts. "We reorganizing and thinking about functions that go across multiple divisions," Ianniello said. If it were any other corporate leader than Schwab - who has seen just about everything in golf - I'm guessing phone calls would be made, inquiries made and questions asked about so many layoffs in the midst of the golf season - with a mid-telecast tribute - and at a time the CBS schedule is at full force. So Chuck probably won't have to talk to Chuck. But if he were miffed at how year one played out, no one would blame him. https://compass.pressekompass.net/compasses/golfweek/is-brooks-koepka-the-games-best-golfer-r MORE: LeBron James' son pulled off a chase-down block that looked just like his dad's legendary one Ahead of Finals, Stephen Curry defends Kevin Durant against critics NFL world responds to passing of Packers legend Bart Starr LeBron James and LeBron James, Jr. lose it after massive poster dunk There's serious potential in a Kyrie Irving - D'Angelo Russell pairing


When customers say they want to run into Whole Foods to pick up a few things, they might not be talking about groceries. Whole Foods Market has seen an increase in foot traffic in the first quarter of 2019 versus the same quarter in 2018, according to data from inMarket, a marketing campaign and customer engagement specialist. However, the grocer, which was acquired by Amazon.com (AMZN) in August 2017, has also seen visits of less than five minutes, or micro visits, rise 10%, implying that some of the changes that Amazon has imposed, including the addition of Amazon Lockers at Whole Foods locations, is having an impact. Amazon lockers are self-service kiosks where customers can pick up packages and drop them off for return. "There was a substantial increase in micro visits in 2019, which may be due to the increased rate of additional Amazon Lockers and streamlined online order pickups for quick in-and-out trips," the inMarket report said. Read: This is what Amazon gets out of its relationship with Kohl's Foot traffic was up 16.5% for the period. "Amazon seems to be focused on inspiring visits from their customers by incentivizing their Prime membership holders with special perks and doubling down on their digital omnichannel strategy," the report said. "This may also indicate that shoppers are visiting more frequently than the previous year." Prime membership exceeds 100 million . The data also shows a 2.5% drop in new shoppers as the brand implements a strategy to focus on current shoppers, and a 0.2% drop in "dwell time," which inMarket attributes to the increase in micro visits. InMarket used location data for its latest analysis. Amazon has made an impact on the food retailing business with its Whole Foods acquisition, though it faces tough competition from sector leaders like Walmart Inc. (WMT) and Kroger Co. (KR) With its "Whole Paycheck" reputation, Amazon has focused on bringing down prices at Whole Foods, with the latest cuts arriving in April . "Amazon's move to invest in fresh pricing is consistent with our framework that grocery is a significant priority for long-term growth," wrote KeyBanc Capital Markets analysts led by Ed Yruma in an April 3 note. "While grocery has structurally lower margins than other categories in retail, its high purchase frequency and total dollar spend makes it an important area of focus for Amazon." KeyBanc rates Amazon shares overweight with a $2,100 price target. Building the bricks-and-mortar grocery business will be important for Amazon because online grocery, while growing, is still just a small part of U.S. grocery sales. Coresight Research's U.S. Online Grocery Survey 2019 shows 36.8% of U.S. shoppers bought groceries online in the last year, up from 23.1% in 2019. And Amazon is the leader, with 62.5% of online grocery shoppers making their purchase from the e-commerce giant. But Coresight estimates that only 2.2% of U.S. food and beverage retail sales were online. That figure is expected to climb to 2.7% in 2019. And many are only buying a bit of their groceries online, with nonfood grocery and packaged, non-fresh food still the majority. Just 11.8% of online shoppers bought much of their groceries digitally. Even in this online category, Walmart has narrowed the gap between itself and Amazon, with Coresight finding that Walmart's online grocery shoppers doubled in a year. How checkout free retail could save U.S. consumers 118 hours per year Total retail expenditure at frictionless payment stores, such as Amazon Go, is projected to grow from an estimated $253 million in 2018 to more than $45 billion by 2023. But could checkout-free retail give U.S. consumers their time back? "With around 35% of Walmart.com shoppers doing 'some,' 'most' or 'all or almost all' of their grocery shopping online, they are more likely to be 'full-basket' shoppers of the kind we see in bricks-and-mortar grocery stores," wrote Coresight in its report. Moody's sees the grocery competition between Walmart and Amazon heating up. "While Walmart has the wherewithal and willingness to meet the Amazon threat in food, as well as a different customer demographic, other food retailers will continue to feel the pressure from the ongoing and now-escalating battle between Amazon and Walmart, with this battle continuing to impact almost all retail categories," said Charlie O'Shea, Moody's lead retail analyst. Amazon stock has climbed 23.7% for the year to date while the S&P 500 index is up 13.7% for the period.


Castro Quicky Burgers and Shakes (4092 18th St.) is now giving Castro locals another option to quickly satisfy their appetite. The new eatery comes from Onur "Oz" Ozkynak, who also owns nearby Oz Pizza (508 Castro St.) Last year, Ozkynak announced plans to open a burger joint in the space previously home to Chocolate Chair . Though he initially hoped to open the restaurant by January, Ozkynak ran into delays with utility upgrades from PG&E. He says he's happy to finally have the doors open. The restaurant's cheeky name and slogan ("Where the Meat Meets the Bun") reflect its counter-service design and simple menu: five types of burgers (including a vegan option), a chicken sandwich, a hot dog and chicken wings. Fries, fountain drinks and shakes are also available. The signature Oz Burger ($12.50) comes with two 4-ounce Harris Ranch beef patties, cheese, bacon, grilled onions, mushrooms and special Quicky sauce. One item that Quicky does not serve is alcohol. Ozkynak tells Hoodline that he's still considering whether or not to apply for a liquor license, as he expects to draw a late-night crowd from the nearby bars. Quicky will be open late seven days a week: Sunday-Wednesday from 11 a.m.-12:30 a.m., and Thursday-Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 a.m.


The Ravens announced that they've verbally agreed to a deal with first-round pick Marquise Brown . In accordance with his draft slot, the wide receiver will receive a four-year, $11.8M deal with a $6.6M signing bonus. The Ravens have yet to get Brown on the field, but he's expected to have a big role in the offense once he heals up from his February foot surgery. After the Oklahoma product cracked 1,000 yards receiving with an average of 19.2 yards per catch last year, the Ravens are expecting big things from the man they call "Hollywood." There are some concerns about Brown's durability due to his aforementioned foot malady and his skinny frame, but his speed should allow him to excel from the jump. There was no true consensus on the draft's top wide receiver this year, but Brown could easily prove to be the best of the bunch. With Brown (effectively) under contract, that leaves third-round wide receiver Miles Boykin as the lone unsigned player from the Ravens' draft class.


Professional secrets that will make your house sparkle Remove Bathroom Soap Scum Soap has a nasty way of forming a hard-to-remove film on tile in tubs and showers. You won't get rid of it by rubbing. Instead, wait for the surface to dry, then scrape off the scum with a 4-in. plastic putty knife. For grout lines and textured surfaces, use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Find out the 1 0 things you shouldn't use a Magic Eraser on and what makes them so magical . To prevent soap scum buildup, stop using real soap and start using a synthetic. Chemically speaking, any soap in a liquid or gel form, and some bar soaps (Zest and Ivory), are actually synthetic soaps and much less likely to leave a tough film in your sink, shower or tub. See why keeping all the cleaning supplies in one bucket will transform cleaning . Scum-Proof Your Shower Doors Keeping shower doors clean and streak free is a challenge unless you know the pros' secrets. Start by cleaning any mold, mildew or streaks off the glass with a glass cleaner. Use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to get into the cracks in textured glass. Scrape off tough buildup with a razor blade. Dry the doors with a cloth. To prevent soap scum buildup, stop using real soap and start using a synthetic. Chemically speaking, any soap in liquid or gel form is actually synthetic soap and much less likely to leave a tough film in your sink, shower or tub. Plus: How to Clean a Bathroom Faster and Better Clear Up Coffee Rings Your guests should've used a coaster but now you have a coffee stain on your table. A little dab of toothpaste can get that stain out, just like coffee stains on your teeth. See how to remove stains in wood furniture if that stain penetrated deep and how to refinish furniture as well. Vacuum First, Then Scrub Do you ever find yourself chasing strands of wet hair or running into dust balls in the corners with your sponge or cleaning rag? You can learn how to clean your bathroom better and eliminate this nuisance by vacuuming the bathroom before you get out your cleaning solutions. For a really thorough cleaning, start at the top, vacuuming the dust from light fixtures and the top of window casings. Then work your way down. And finally, vacuum the floor methodically so you cover every inch. You don't want to leave any stray hair or dust bunnies to muck up your cleaning water. A soft-bristle upholstery brush works best for this type of vacuuming. Figure out what vacuum to use here . Remove Tree Sap from Vinyl Siding If drippy trees or deck lumber deposit sap on your vinyl siding, don't delay cleanup. The longer you wait, the more stubborn the sap will become. If you wait too long, you might have to use a pressure washer . If you attack the fresh sap within a week or so, a common kitchen cleaner such as Formula 409 or Fantastik will likely remove the goo. You can also use a biodegradable product such as Simple Green . If standard cleaners won't dissolve the sap, use a citrus cleaner such as Goo Gone ($5 at home centers or on Amazon ). Check the label of any product you use to make sure it's recommended for vinyl and test it in an inconspicuous spot for discoloration. Apply the cleaner with a rag or sponge. Scrub tough spots with a soft-bristle brush for the fastest way to clean house. Trash Can Cleanup Try using a liquid toilet bowl cleaner to wash the inside of a dirty trash can. It will cling to the sides for better cleaning. A toilet brush will help you reach down inside. Rinse well for a clean can. Get rid of a lot of trash after a project in one fell swoop with one giant bag. Clean Your Bagless Vacuum Filter 'Bagless vacuums are good for business,' according to one vacuum repairman. The problem isn't design or manufacturing but user negligence. Vacuum owners empty the dirt canister but often don't clean the filters. Plugged filters lead to an overworked motor. And sooner or later, the motor burns out. Motor replacement costs at least $100. People avoid cleaning filters because it's a messy job. The typical method is to tap the filter against the inside of a trash can until most of the dust falls off. But this raises a thick cloud of dust and doesn't get the filter completely clean. Here's a faster, neater, more thorough approach: Take the vacuum out to the garage and clean the pleated filter with a shop vacuum. Some pleated filters have a special coating that you can damage, so be gentle with the shop vacuum nozzle. Clean prefilter screens and post-filters the same way. Learn what the experts say on how often to change filters on bagless vacuums. Duster for the Vertically Challenged Unless you play in the NBA, dusting ceiling fans and other high, out-of-reach objects is a real chore. Wrap a dryer sheet around a clean painting roller and secure the ends with rubber bands. Attach an extension handle to the roller and dust away. Shop Vacuum Mop Bucket The dust collection section of your shop vacuum makes a slick-rolling bucket for mop water. You can load it with sudsy water and work fast and effectively no lugging a heavy bucket around ever again. And when you're done mopping, just roll it to the sink or floor drain to empty. Scuff Mark Eraser Clean off shoe scuff marks from vinyl flooring with a clean, dry tennis ball. A light rub and heel marks are 'erased.' Click here to get more ingenious cleaning tips like this one . Super-Fast Floor Squeegee When you need to round up water on your garage or basement floor, assemble this simple squeegee. Slip a piece of foam pipe insulation over the tines of an ordinary garden rake to push the water to a drain or out the door. Marker Cleanup When the permanent marker has ended up in the wrong hands, vegetable oil can clean it off lots of surfaces even skin! Then just wipe up with a damp cloth and you're done. See why lemon is such a popular scent with cleaning products. Citrus Peels and Ice Cubes for a Stinky Disposer If your disposer has developed an odor, it may contain bits of rotted food. Here's how to clean them out: With the water running at about half throttle, drop in orange or lemon peels. Run the disposer for five seconds. Citric acid from the peels softens crusty waste and attacks smelly bacteria. Give the acid about 15 minutes to do its work. Turn on the water and the disposer and drop in a few ice cubes. Flying shards of ice work like a sandblaster inside the disposer. Run the water until the bowl is about half full. Then pull the stopper and turn on the disposer to flush it out. Plus: Bad Smell in the House? Baking Soda + Vinegar = Magic Now that your baking soda paste has sat overnight, take a spray bottle of equal parts water and vinegar and fully saturate all surfaces of the oven. You'll see the chemical reaction between the baking soda and vinegar begin to bubble and break up baked on char. Spray extra vinegar over problem areas and let the spray soak in for about 15 minutes. Put that magic baking soda to work to eliminate the stink from shoes , you'll be amazed at the results. Speed-Clean Chandeliers First spread a plastic tarp on the floor under the chandelier to catch the drips. Then turn off the light and spray the solution on the chandelier until liquid beads start to run (you'll use a lot of spray, but it beats wiping). The spray rinses off the dust. The solution that's left evaporates quickly and doesn't leave water spots. The spray works well on hanging crystals, but don't expect it to remove dust from crevices. Buy it from nancysilver.com or chandelierparts.com . If you're tired of cleaning you chandelier and would like to replace it, here's how you can do it yourself. Countertop Gap Filler If crumbs, papers or even flatware falls into the gap between your countertop and refrigerator, fill the void with nearly invisible plastic tubing. Clear tubing is available at home centers in several widths starting at 1/8 in. Baby Wipes in the Shop Keep a box of unscented baby wipes in your shop and you won't have to rustle up wet rags during the next gluing project. They do a great job of wiping up glue beads and squeezed-out glue that's tucked away in cabinet corners. No more of that sanding away or scraping out hardened glue. For more powerful cleaning needs, leave a few baby wipes out for a couple of days, then soak the dried wipes with mineral spirits and use during wood-finishing jobs or for cleaning metal surfaces. Flashlight Glass Finder Cleaning up broken glass is a real pain, but it's nothing compared with a glass shard in the foot. Get a flashlight and turn off the overhead lights. Scan the floor with the flashlight from a low angle and the shards will glisten, making even the littlest piece stand out. Besides being an all-time great Parliament song , a glow-in-the-dark flashlight might be a light saver in a blackout . Scratch Soap to Keep Fingernails Clean Whether you're digging in the garden or working on your car, scratch a bar of soap first. The soap will keep grunge from lodging under your fingernails. Unlike soil or grease, the soap will dissolve when you wash your hands. Garbage Bag Holder-Upper Tired of the garbage bag slipping down into the trash can? Cut out the middle of the lid with a utility knife and just snap the outer rim over the bag to keep it in place. This works great for recycling, not so great for stinky stuff! Check out another garbage hack that involves poking holes in the trash can. Remove Tough Stains from Vinyl Flooring Sheet vinyl "resilient" flooring is so easy to clean that it may never require anything beyond damp mopping with a cleaner intended for vinyl floors. But if your floor has marks or stains that still won't come off, you can use stronger stuff. Isopropyl alcohol, sold as a disinfectant at drugstores, is a mild solvent. It's the best cleaner for heel marks and works on other tough stains too. You can also use lighter fluid or mineral spirits. Remember that all these products are flammable; turn off any nearby pilot lights and hang rags out to dry before throwing them away. Learn how to use it to remove tough stains from vinyl flooring . Stop Countertop Stains If you have an older plastic laminate countertop, you've probably noticed that it doesn't repel stains like it used to. That's because years of wear have left the surface lightly scratched and porous. The best way to prevent stains is to wipe up spills immediately. But a protective coating of countertop polish can also help. Plus it will restore the shine to dull countertops. All you have to do is spray it on and wipe it off every few weeks. Most home centers and discount stores carry countertop polish such as Countertop Magic or Hope's Counter Top Polish . If you don't find it in a store, search for 'countertop polish' online to find a supplier and a great cleaner. Activated Charcoal Activated charcoal is an even better adsorbent and odor-killer than baking soda, and can deal with a wider variety of particles. However, this highly purified charcoal dust isn't the best thing to put on your furniture, where it can stain. Instead, consider getting freshener bags of activated charcoal, like these , and hide them in the corners of your furniture to help reduce odors.


Orlando is predicted to turn hot this coming week, according to drone-powered weather forecasting service Saildrone . Temperatures will get even hotter from Saturday to Thursday, with a high of 94 degrees on Tuesday. The coming days will also see clear skies, expected to last through Sunday. Some clouds will appear on Monday. Winds will remain somewhat calm through the week, with the highest speeds on Thursday at just 9 mph. This story was created automatically using Saildrone's local weather forecast data, then reviewed by an editor. We also incorporate historic weather data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Every winter, Pantone names its official "color of the year." This shade is supposed to represent what people will be wearing, decorating with, and using as their makeup for the next 365 days. The color for 2015? Probably something you were wearing 20 years ago, provided you were alive (and not a baby). Say hello to Marsala. The hue falls somewhere between rose and brown, and it's totally reminiscent of the shades Kevyn Aucoin made huge in the '90s. That should come as no surprise, since this moody look has been on the rise recently. Just ask Kylie Jenner : She's been spotted with this shade across her lips on more than one occasion (and in more than one selfie).We've got to say, though, the color is definitely more wearable than other recent Pantone picks (cough, Radiant Orchid, cough). Your lips are the obvious place to sport it, but it also works as a nail polish, eyeliner, or even a blush. Just swipe it on and channel your inner Kate Moss. Looking to give Marsala a whirl? Click through to shop our favorite finds. Photo: Courtesy of Tom Ford. Photo: Courtesy of Gucci. Photo: Courtesy of Tom Ford. Photo: Courtesy of Butter London. Photo: Courtesy of Lorac. Photo: Courtesy of Kevyn Aucoin. Photo: Courtesy of Kevyn Aucoin. Like this post? There's more. Get tons of beauty tips, tutorials, and news on the Refinery29 Beauty Facebook page . Like us on Facebook   we'll see you there!


The Steelers know they can't replace wide receiver Antonio Brown with any one player. So they're not going to try. Instead, they're pushing versatility, and players are pushing each other   along with the Earth as they compete for roles in a new offense. "Everybody's pushing each other   you got a drop, you've got 10 push-ups ," new wide receiver Donte Moncrief said, via Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. "Everybody's trying to bring energy, . . . Make plays, don't come out here lagging, . . . I feel like everybody' going to be able to help. Everyone's ready to play. Everybody knows JuJu is going to get a lot of attention. We have to be able to help him out, take some double-teams away and beat man so the defense has to cover everybody." While expecting JuJu Smith-Schuster to take on much of the statistical load is expected, they have multiple options behind him, and have shown the ability to use them. When he was without Brown for a couple of games in 2017, quarterback Ben Roethlisberger completed passes to nine different players, with four guys catching at least four each. That's the kind of spread they're going to need this year. "The things A.B. is capable of doing at the position, he's a freak. He's so good," tight end Vance McDonald said. "I think Ben [Roethlisberger] is the best quarterback that will allow us to take that piece that A.B. is giving in each game and allowing it to go through different avenues." Adding Moncrief to the mix is one notable difference, as the Steelers usually just cultivate their own wideouts. James Washington may have recovered from the bus tracks on his back in time to deliver on his potential, and rookie Dionte Johnson has a chance to play a bigger role as a rookie, among their other targets.


A Massachusetts man faces a federal murder charge after he allegedly attacked two hikers on the Appalachian Trail, leaving one of them dead, according to the US Attorney's Office for the Western District of Virginia. James Jordan, 30, was arrested Saturday morning and charged with one count of murder and one count of assault with the intent to murder, the US Attorney's Office said in a statement. Charges will be formally filed in US District Court in Abingdon on Monday morning, when Jordan is expected to make his first court appearance. The Wythe County Sheriff's Office previously said in a statement they were investigating reports that a man with a machete injured two hikers -- one man and one woman -- but did not say that one of them had died. Neither victim has been identified. US Attorney Thomas Cullen applauded local law enforcement agencies for rescuing the hikers following the alleged attack and taking Jordan into custody. "Thanks to their efforts, the suspect was safely apprehended and a seriously wounded victim received critical medical care," Cullen said in the news release. "We will continue to work with our state and local partners to bring the perpetrator of this senseless and brutal attack to justice." The investigation is ongoing, the statement said. CNN was unable to determine Sunday whether Jordan was represented by an attorney. Wythe County Sheriff Keith Dunagan told CNN affiliate WSLS authorities were able to find the man, who later died, using GPS technology after he sent an emergency notification on his phone. "The phone company notified us and that's when we went up there and found the suspect and the victim," the sheriff said. "We had our whole (tactical) team out there, so (the suspect) wisely just surrendered himself." The injured woman was found only after she had walked six miles while bleeding, Dunagan told WSLS, and found other hikers and asked for help.


Toby Alderweireld has insisted his sole focus is playing for Tottenham Hotspur next season despite being set to enter the final year of his contract. The 30-year-old's contract is set to expire in 2020, although can leave for as little as £25m before the final two weeks of the summer transfer window, after the club triggered a clause earlier this year. Premier League rivals Manchester United have been heavily linked with the defender since the beginning of last season, although the Belgium international is intent on playing for Spurs during the 2019/20 campaign. Speaking to Sport360 , Alderweireld said: "I'm going to say the same thing that I've been saying for the past couple of years. "The only focus is Spurs, because of this focus I think I had a good season as well. I have one year left on my contract, so in my head, I will play for Spurs next season." 4⃣days to go!!!! #UCL #MarchToMadrid #COYS pic.twitter.com/3UUBog5yhW   Alderweireld Toby (@AlderweireldTob) May 28, 2019 Alderweireld made 49 appearances in all competitions for Mauricio Pochettino's side in 2018/19, as he helped to secure the club a top four finish. More pressingly though, Alderweireld is preparing to take on Liverpool in the Champions League final this weekend at Atletico Madrid's Wanda Metropolitano. Despite the Reds starting the game as favourites - having beaten Spurs home and away in the league as well as finishing 16 points ahead of them - the centre-back has backed Spurs to lift the famous trophy come full time. He added: "We are going to do everything to win it and if we win it I think we deserve it as well. "If you see our route in the Champions League, it has not been easy. In the group Barcelona and Inter [Milan] the [Borussia] Dortmund first in Germany, [Man] City first in England and Ajax first in Holland so it was a very tough route. "I think the mentality of the team showed us that we can achieve anything we want."


U.S. retail sales rose at a solid pace last month, providing crucial support to the economy at a time when other drivers of growth have faded. The Commerce Department said Tuesday that retail sales rose 0.4% last month, the fourth straight increase. Sales at online retailers, grocery stores, home and garden stores, and at restaurants and bars all increased at a healthy pace. June's figures underscore the importance of consumer spending to the U.S. economy. Business investment has weakened, factory output has faltered, and slower global growth is weighing on exports. But measures of consumer confidence remain historically high and June's retail sales figures suggest that consumer spending, which drives two-thirds of the economy, remains strong. Retail sales account for about one-third of Americans' spending, while the other two-thirds are in services. June's figures will likely lift many analysts' forecasts for growth in the April-June quarter. Analysts expect the economy to expand at an annual rate of 1.5% to 2% in the second quarter, down from 3.1% in the first quarter. But the retail sales figures were better than many economists expected. So far, consumer spending has remained healthy despite the hefty tariffs imposed on billions of dollars of imports as part of President Trump's trade fights. Consumers are also defying, for now, fears that their spending would decline as the impact of Trump's tax cuts wanes. A category that is mostly made up of online retail sales jumped 1.7% for the second month in a row, pushing the annual gain to 13.4%, a testament to the ongoing strength of online retailers. Spending at restaurant and bars increased 0.9%, a healthy showing in an area that is a discretionary expense. Spending at grocery stores rose 0.5%.


Looking to satisfy your appetite for Southeast Asian fare? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Southeast Asian restaurants around Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs. 1. Liang's Thai Food Topping the list is Liang's Thai Food . Located at 500 16th St. in Central Business District, the Thai spot is the highest-rated affordable Southeast Asian restaurant in Denver, boasting 4.5 stars out of 311 reviews on Yelp. Menu items include pad thai and pad kra pao. 2. New Saigon Bakery & Deli Next up is Athmar Park's New Saigon Bakery & Deli , situated at 640 S. Federal Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 248 reviews on Yelp, the deli and Vietnamese spot, serving juice, smoothies and more, has proved to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. On its menu you'll find banh mi, vermicelli noodle bowls and a roasted pork sandwich. 3. Vinh Xuong Bakery 2 Over in Athmar Park, check out Vinh Xuong Bakery 2 , which has earned 4.5 stars out of 190 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the bakery and Vietnamese spot, which offers desserts and more, by heading over to 2370 W. Alameda, Unit 15. Specialties include banh mi and Vietnamese coffee. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.


Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates may be close partners with a common goal defeating a rebel group in Yemen, but their diverging interests have come to a violent head as heavy clashes erupted between their respective allies in the war-torn nation. Violent skirmishes between the Saudi-backed guards of exiled Yemeni President Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi and the UAE-backed separatist Southern Transitional Council reached their second day Thursday in the southern port city of Aden. Both groups were opposed to the Zaidi Shiite Muslim rebel group known as the Houthis or Ansar Allah, suspected of receiving Iranian backing, but the southern separatists want to see an independent South Yemen as it existed from 1967 to 1990. Hadi's administration has accused the UAE of backing southern claims for secession and, though the two sides fought at least once before last year, the latest bloodshed came amid a series of developments that tested ties between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh. As the sound of machine-gun fire and frenzied shouts gripped Aden, BBC News reported that one civilian was killed Thursday by a stray bullet a day after at least three people were killed in the fighting. The Associated Press carried claims Wednesday of one presidential guard dead and the Agence France-Presse placed the figure of southern separatists killed at two. The latest bout of unrest began when a missile attack claimed by the Houthis struck a southern paramilitary parade in Aden last week, killing dozens among the separatist Security Belt forces. The Southern Transitional Council ultimately laid the blame on a pro-government, Islamist group known as Islah, claiming the attack was orchestrated to weaken the separatists' hold on the strategic city to which Hadi has relocated his government. Gun battles then reportedly broke out at a funeral for the slain southern fighters. Following an extraordinary southern council meeting chaired by Vice President Hani Ali bin Brik, a statement was issued "calling on southern people and their resistance to march to Maashiq Palace to overthrow the government of terrorism and corruption that is allied with the Islah terrorist party and put an end to its futility towards our people." The statement affirmed the group's recognition of Hadi as president as well as its commitment to continuing the Saudi and UAE-backed war against the Houthis. Still, Hadi's presidential guard was tasked with defending the palace as tensions boiled over into exchanges of fire. "We reject the irresponsible actions of the Transitional Council groups, which amounted to the use of heavy weapons and the attempt to storm state institutions," Yemeni Interior Minister Ahmed al-Maysari tweeted Thursday. "We affirm our commitment to preserve the institutions of the state and the safety of citizens and we will address all attempts to discriminate against the institutions and individuals, and do so in support of all the wise and honorable people and in support of our brothers in the coalition." The war in Yemen has its roots in the 2011 so-called Arab Spring series of protests that gripped the Middle East and North Africa. Mass rallies led to Yemeni leader Ali Abdullah Saleh being ousted in 2012 and replaced with Hadi, who faced demonstrations of his own as separate, rival insurgencies waged by the Houthis and Al-Qaeda further destabilized the country. The Houthis managed to seize the capital Sanaa in early 2015, forcing Hadi to flee to Aden as Saudi Arabia mobilized Arab allies for a coalition to begin bombing the insurgents that March. What's followed has largely been seen as a stalemate, with chronic disease, malnutrition and frequent civilian casualties contributing to what the United Nations has called "the world's worst humanitarian crisis." The U.S. has also offered significant support for the Saudi-led coalition, with President Donald Trump overturning votes to force the Pentagon to disassociate from the conflict due to persistent accusations of human rights abuses and ties between the Saudi-led coalition, Al-Qaeda and other Islamist groups. Washington has viewed Riyadh as a vital node in its efforts to isolate Tehran and the war in Yemen as an active battleground to that end despite both Houthi and Iranian officials denying their alleged ties. The UAE too has been seen as an important ally against Iran, though Abu Dhabi only downgraded its ties to Tehran and did not sever them completely in 2016, as did Riyadh. As unrest grew amid heated U.S.-Iran tensions in the Persian Gulf, however, the UAE has taken a distinct position. First, UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan refused in June to pin the blame on Iran for unclaimed attacks that targeted oil tankers in the nearby Gulf of Oman, breaking from the shared stance of the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. UAE State Minister for Foreign Affairs Anwar Gargash confirmed last month that the country planned to draw back its military presence in Yemen, especially in the contested port of Al-Hodeidah and Emirati coast guard officials met and signed a memorandum of understanding on joint maritime security with Iran's border security force. The UAE has tried to downplay notions of it splitting with Saudi Arabia and Gargash even appeared to announce Abu Dhabi was reversing its troop drawdown in Yemen last week. As the situation deteriorated in Aden Wednesday, he tweeted: "Developments around Maashiq Palace are worrying and the call for calm is necessary." He argued that "escalation cannot be an acceptable option after the despicable terrorist operation" in Aden and that "the political framework, communication and dialogue are essential towards harshness and accumulations that cannot be solved through the use of force." The Houthis, for their part, have watched on eagerly as rifts appeared in the Saudi-UAE alliance they have been fighting for three and a half years. Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, a leading member of the rebel Supreme Political Council, tweeted Wednesday: "After the mercenaries' warnings of aggression in Aden, will the bragging remain? Or will it melt like snow? There is no salvation for the occupied governorates except by expelling the occupier and ending every relationship with it." The following day, the group stepped up their cross-border attacks, again bringing the war to Saudi Arabia's own turf. The Houthis claimed responsibility Thursday for two attacks on the kingdom's Abha International Airport using Qasef 2K drones "in response to the crimes of aggression and siege of our great Yemeni people." Related Articles Iran Says Israel Joining U.S. Coalition Will Have 'Disastrous Consequences,' Looks for More Arab Support Iran Says U.S. 'First and Only Regime to Deploy a Nuclear Weapon' And 'Is Still Targeting Civilians' Today These Are the U.S. States Profiting From Donald Trump's Weapons Sales to Saudi Arabia Sign up to our newsletter and get Newsweek stories delivered to your e-mail


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Upper Haight After 52 years, a pioneering cornerstone of the Upper Haight will be closing its doors for general service. SF Weekly reported this week that this month is the end of the line for the current incarnation of the Haight Ashbury Free Clinic, which was founded in 1967 by Dr. David Smith as an experiment in democratic healthcare. Citing a reduced demand for services, the clinic's operator, HealthRight360 , told SF Weekly it will shutter both the Haight Ashbury Free Clinic and Tenderloin Health Services , another of its clinics, to consolidate care into the new campus at Mission and Van Ness . The Haight's free clinic was the first of its kind when it opened its doors in the summer of 1967, providing free medical care to some of the tens of thousands of people who flocked to the neighborhood for the Summer of Love. From antibiotics to checkups to correcting overdoses and helping people come down from a bad acid trip, the clinic was founded as a safety net for people most at risk of going untreated. SF Weekly reports that this isn't the absolute end for the free clinic, though: HealthRIGHT360 will have a medical van for patient outreach in service by September, and the Homeless Youth Alliance will continue to use the former clinic for now as a site for its needle exchange and drop-in hours every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 5:30-7:30 p.m.


VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis said prayers on Sunday for victims of the bombing of a migrant center in Libya last week and called for concerted action to create extensive humanitarian corridors to prevent similar tragedies. An air strike hit a detention center housing mainly African migrants in Tripoli last Tuesday, killing dozens and wounding many more. "The international community cannot put up with such grave acts," the Pope said in his weekly Angelus in Rome. Pope Francis also called for prayers for those caught up in recent attacks in Afghanistan, Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. (Reporting by Stephen Jewkes; Editing by Keith Weir)


There's been a lot of talk about increased harmony in the Steelers wide receiver group this offseason and it has come with a backdrop of questions about how productive they'll be without Antonio Brown in town anymore. Pittsburgh will be counting on another big season for JuJu Smith-Schuster , but won't be looking to one player to replace Brown's numbers alongside him. Donte Moncrief will be part of the group vying for time alongside Smith-Schuster and he feels that he and the other wideouts have the potential to make a big impact. "As [wide receivers] coach [Darryl Drake] said, you're always going to be as strong as your weakest guy," Moncrief said, via the team's website. "In our room we try to pick everybody up, make sure everybody's on the same page and make sure everybody's ready to go to play every position. If we can do that, our receivers room will be electric ." James Washington , third-round pick Diontae Johnson , Ryan Switzer and Eli Rogers are others in the group with Moncrief and Smith-Schuster.


The Colts resisted the temptation to trade Jacoby Brissett this offseason, putting a high price on their backup quarterback. And while it's probably too soon to panic about starter Andrew Luck 's calf strain (Narrator voice: It's never too soon to panic), they do feel good about the progress Brissett has made. Via Kyle Neddenriep of the Indianapolis Star , Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni said Brissett had a " firmer grasp " on the offense. "I think any time a guy gets reps, a lot of reps, that's huge for us as a team," Sirianni said. "Obviously, yeah, you want Andrew out there, but when a guy's getting some reps and getting the timing down with the receivers, the snap count and cadence, and the calls down with the center and the offensive line, that's invaluable. "What I think he's really done is gain the trust of everybody in the offensive huddle. They have confidence in him that he's going to get the job done." For his part, Brissett didn't want to make a big deal of the extra work he's getting while Luck's recovering. "I'm not worrying about that," he said. "Just taking it one day at a time, you know, and just getting better at this time of the year. That's the only thing I can focus on." Brissett's experience as a starter (15 games for Luck in 2017) was helpful in its own way, and they hope they don't need him that much. But in case they do, they think he's in a better position this year.


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In the ever-evolving free agency landscape, the Boston Celtics' chances of re-signing a phenomenal point guard in Kyrie Irving took a major hit on Saturday night as the New Orleans Pelicans agreed to trade Anthony Davis to the Los Angeles Lakers. Such a move instantly made the Lakers a more attractive destination for free agents, as Davis is an extraordinary talent who could legitimately become the best player in the league within a few seasons. Even for Irving, who had never took the Lakers off of his list of preferred destinations and would like to play with The Brow. However, with the potential for Los Angeles to sign a third star dependent on when the Pelicans want the deal to be enacted, the Lakers may not even be able to sign Irving. If Pelicans and Lakers waited until July 30 to complete trade, Lakers could've had $32.5M in cap space - enough to pursue a max level free agent. By waiting 30 days, Lakers would be acting like a team over the cap and thus allowed to use 4th overall pick in draft as salary. https://t.co/BdKtxFtvai - Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 16, 2019 That leaves the Eastern Conference teams interested in his services - the Celtics, Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks - in play, although the Nets have long been said to be Irving's preferred destination of all four teams. According to FS1's Ric Bucher, Irving and Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant - who were reportedly interested in teaming up together on the Knicks - have continued to discuss playing together even after Durant suffered a gut-wrenching Achilles tear in Game 5 of the 2019 NBA Finals. Quote transcribed by Fox Sports Radio's Wil Leitner : "I'm told Kevin Durant is out of the hospital, moved into a hotel for the time being in the New York area and him and Kyrie have met and have continued to discuss playing together next season. KD has moved all his stuff and will spend his summer in New York… Every indication says KD is making plans to be elsewhere because obviously Kyrie will not be joining the Warriors any time soon." Durant is who Irving calls his best friend, so the prospects of the All-NBA forward not returning to his former dominance was always unlikely to make him turn away from his friend. In fact, Durant's injury makes it more likely that he would want to follow Irving's lead in free agency, as he believes in the talent Uncle Drew - an NBA champion like himself - brings to the table. Though it seemed like there was some push-and-pull between the two, with Durant leaning towards the Knicks and Irving leaning towards the Nets, Durant will appreciate how much pressure Irving can alleviate off of him. Especially in comparison to the hypothetical load he would carry on the Knicks. He would have that support in Golden State with two-time league MVP Stephen Curry but, already feeling underappreciated by the fan base and the NBA world as a whole, Durant has long appeared ready to leave the Warriors to carry a team he can call his own. The Knicks appeared to be that team but now it could be the Nets, if Irving's reported interest in signing with Brooklyn comes to fruition . One thing is nearly an absolute certainty though. It won't be the Celtics. MORE: What the Lakers' new roster looks like with Anthony Davis The Celtics should consider drafting Bol Bol NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players An ode to the Golden State Warriors, the team that ruined the game Is Jabrill Peppers the Giants' biggest x-factor in 2019?


Terrelle Pryor's topsy-turvy NFL journey has taken him to Jacksonville. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the former Ohio State product is signing a one-year deal with the Jaguars on Thursday after working out for the team on Wednesday. As Rapoport noted, the move reunites Pryor with offensive coordinator John DeFilippo. The two worked together in Cleveland during the 2015 season. Once upon a time, Pryor was an up-and-coming player who appeared to have made the successful and difficult transition from quarterback to receiver. With the Browns in 2016, Pryor exploded for 77 catches, 1,007 yards and four touchdowns. When he signed on with the Redskins the following offseason, he was seemingly on the cusp of stardom . Instead, he caught 20 passes for 240 yards and one touchdown in a nine-game season. This past season, Pryor spent time with the Jets and Bills . In all, he caught 16 passes for 252 yards and two touchdowns. The Jaguars are Pryor's fourth team since the end of the 2016 season. At this point in his career (he'll turn 30 in June), nobody should expect Pryor to suddenly morph into a great receiver. It's more likely we've already witnessed his peak. That said, Pryor is joining a team that is in need of playmakers on the outside, which bodes well for his chances to make an impact. The Jaguars' receiving group is made up of players like Marqise Lee , Dede Westbrook , and Chris Conley . There's a reason why we recently ranked the Jaguars' triplets (QB-RB-WR) 29th ahead of only those on the Ravens, Bills, and Dolphins. Plus, Nick Foles loves targeting big receivers downfield. Just ask Alshon Jeffery , who earned a target share of 19 percent with Foles as the Eagles' starter late last season , according to The Athletic. Obviously, there's a big difference in quality between Jeffery and Pryor. But perhaps there's a chance Pryor can form a rapport with the new Jaguars quarterback. Given the recent trajectory of Pryor's career, that appears to be unlikely. Then again, nobody really saw Pryor's breakout 2016 season coming after he spent the early portion of his career as a quarterback or his sudden stretch of ineffectiveness in the years since. We might just need to stop trying to predict the arc of Pryor's NFL career, because to this point, it's been entirely unpredictable. Related slideshow: Top picks of 2019 NFL Draft (provided by imagn)


Everything was seemingly going fine between the Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays Wednesday afternoon. BOX SCORE: RAYS 3, RED SOX 2 That's until Rays manager Kevin Cash attempted, once again, to bend the rules. Cash kept two pitchers on the field, utilizing Adam Kolarek at first base before moving him back to the mound to get Rafael Devers out to end the eighth inning. This isn't good for pace of play. Kevin Cash has used two pitchers this inning, keeping both in the game as he moved Kolarek to 1B for one batter (with Roe pitching) before bringing Kolarek back in to pitch. Cora protests. Now Cash is defending his moves w the umps. #RedSox   Tom Caron (@TomCaron) July 24, 2019 Whether this move was legal remains to be seen. But the Red Sox played the remainder of the game under protest. Needless to say, the baseball world had its reactions. tfw you need explain the Rays play in St. Petersburg, not Tampa pic.twitter.com/3cqs2G3mqR   Josh Tolentino (@JCTSports) July 24, 2019 Rays have now pinch hit for Kolarek. Is this where the Sox have a beef? Doesn't the pitcher's spot have to be in the lineup somewhere? Rays gave up the DH.   Pete Abraham (@PeteAbe) July 24, 2019 playing under protest is truly one of my favorite baseball constructions, "I'll KEEP DOING this but please know that I DO NOT LIKE IT and will need to HEAR FROM YOU later" is real relatable   Emma Baccellieri (@emmabaccellieri) July 24, 2019 So four times the #Rays have used a pitcher in the field, put them back on the mound and no trouble existed …. until today. You know who the plate umpire is.   Neil Solondz (@neilsolondz) July 24, 2019 PLAY BALL!!! pic.twitter.com/NIvUb3lKei   Red Sox (@RedSox) July 24, 2019 The 15,000 summer camp kids in attendance to watch the Red Sox and Rays at Tropicana Field are getting a great lesson on pace of play and analytics. They will be smarter for this. #ChildrenAreTheFuture   Christopher Smith (@SmittyOnMLB) July 24, 2019 Shocking that Angel Hernandez has let this turn into such a gong show.   Chris Mason (@ByChrisMason) July 24, 2019 I have no idea what's happening with the Rays' lineup, but whatever it is I hope it ends with the Red Sox winning their protest, because chaos.   Jared Diamond (@jareddiamond) July 24, 2019 Keep it weird. #RaysUp pic.twitter.com/tlslkFeaid   Tampa Bay Rays (@RaysBaseball) July 24, 2019 What if I told you the AL wild card race came down to a protest? (It won't.)   Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) July 24, 2019 Usually the lengthy in-game delays at Tropicana Field are related to the lights going out   Erik Boland (@eboland11) July 24, 2019 Baseball is a billion dollar business and six men just stared at pieces of cardboard for about 15 minutes trying to decide who gets to play.   Pete Abraham (@PeteAbe) July 24, 2019 How fun. Related slideshow: 2019 MLB season (Provided by imagn)


With the transfer window about to slam shut, fantasy football fanatics are desperately chopping and changing their final squad ahead of the new Premier League season. While you're all are on the hunt for a bargain or a hidden gem that's going to give you the edge this year, there are trap doors for you to fall through. If you're still panicking about who is going to give you bragging rights over your pals, and who is going to cement you to the bottom of your league, do not fear! We've compiled a list of ten players to run a mile from this season (but don't tell your friends). Bernd Leno Dear FPL managers, whatever you do, don't include any Arsenal player in your defensive selections. The Gunners conceded an avalanche of goals over the past two seasons, and if any of you out there are even considering Bernd Leno as your first-choice goalkeeper, close the app and go for a lie down. According to the official FPL site, a staggering 4.7% of you maniacs have included the German shot-stopper in your side, which could only be a result of being an over-ambitious Arsenal supporter, or suffering a severe blow to the head. Rui Patricio is the same price, a bargain £5m. Do yourselves a favour and switch him in - now . Kyle Walker  Walker has been a solid bet for managers up and down the country for the past few seasons, as City have struggled to find sufficient cover in the right-back role. That could all be about to change this year. Speed demon Joao Cancelo is on his way from Juventus, and Guardiola finally has a viable alternative for the England international. With Walker one of the few players who have generally survived the dreaded Guardiola rotation policy, his time as a week-in, week-out starter may finally be up. Marcos Alonso  Alonso was one of the highest defensive point-scorers last season and was a permanent fixture for plenty of FPL gaffers. However, Chelsea supporters grew tired of his gaping defensive flaws, and his performances towards the end of the campaign were lacklustre at best. Alonso is the joint-third most expensive defender this year at £6.5m behind Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander-Arnold, but his starting place in Lampard's side is not guaranteed. Brazilian left-back Emerson is only £5.5m and could well start ahead of the Spaniard against Manchester United, and could be a dark horse for a high point-scoring season. Luka Milivojevic  Last year's hipster inclusion turned out to be a point-machine, scoring a total 166 points over the season, mainly thanks to his sensational penalty return. A huge 10.2% of you have given him the nod for a second season running, but a word of warning: keep your eyes on the transfer window until it swings shut. Milivojevic's success relies heavily on the tricky feet of Ivorian winger Wilfried Zaha and his ability to win an insane number of spot kicks over the course of the season. With this year's introduction of VAR to the Premier League, Zaha could benefit from the rough treatment he has typically received over the years, but whether he'll still be at Crystal Palace for Milivojevic to profit is another question. Alexandre Lacazette  Arsenal's French striker has been a consistent performer for the Gunners during his two seasons at the club, scoring an impressive 14 and 13 goals respectively. He may seem like a safe option for guaranteed points next season, but with Arsenal's exaggerated array of attacking options, Lacazette may find himself out of the starting XI. The North London side have splashed £72m on Lille forward Nicolas Pepe this summer, and alongside last season's top scorer Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang , and creative midfielder Mesut Ozil , it's hard to see how Unai Emery will fit all of these stars into one team. Unless the Spaniard adopts a 2-2-6 formation for the season ahead, Lacazette could be dropped to the bench and the former Lyon striker's late cameos won't justify his £9.5m price tag. N'Golo Kante Chelsea's star midfielder was somewhat of a problem for former Blues boss Maurizio Sarri last year as he didn't suit the Italian's system, and the best anchorman in the world was thrust into an attacking role which he never quite made his own. Under Frank Lampard, there's no doubt that Kante will be back in his favoured position, but this means that he should have no place in your fantasy side. Although the Frenchman may represent a bargain as a guaranteed starter at only £5m, his seven goals and ten assists in 142 Premier League games tells you all you need to know about his point-scoring potential. For an extra million, you could snap up an intriguing Ross Barkley, who has impressed during pre-season for Lampard's side. Sebastian Haller  Everything about Haller's arrival from Eintracht Frankfurt tells you that he should be an instant success in East London. Haller bagged an impressive 15 goals in 29 games in the Bundesliga last year and at £7.5m, the Frenchman represents a potential wildcard for managers all over the country. What cannot be legislated for however, is the inexplicably poor record that West Ham's strikers have suffered in recent memory. Since the Gold and Sullivan era began in 2010, the Hammers have signed 38 strikers, scoring a combined total of 199 goals in 920 games. Haller may be the first forward to strike gold for the Hammers in recent history, but it might be best to wait and see how the new signing settles in at the London stadium. Beware the West Ham striker curse. Dele Alli  Alli has struggled to recapture the scintillating form he demonstrated at the beginning of his Tottenham career, and the midfielder is definitely one to avoid this season once again. With Harry Kane and Heung-min Son sharing the majority of the goal-scoring responsibilities last year, and Lucas Moura chipping in too, Alli's contributions have decreased significantly to his Spurs side. The England international amassed only five league goals last season and laid on a measly three assists for his teammates. That's without mentioning the potential arrival of Juventus star Paulo Dybala , who occupies the same area of the pitch as Alli, which would severely limit the former MK Dons midfielder's minutes. There is plenty of value for money in the Spurs squad this season, but at £8.5m Alli is not one of them. Diogo Jota  One of last year's fantasy bargains of the season is this season's 'must avoid'. Unfortunately for managers everywhere, Jota has been moved from a midfielder to a striker, and at £6.5m, his wildcard potential is too risky to take a chance on. With a maximum of three attacking possibilities in your squad, Jota is not prolific enough to be considered a regular point-scorer, and given Wolves' Europa League commitments and the addition of Milan striker Patrick Cutrone, the Portuguese forward may find himself being rotated between league and European duties. It's a tough one for boss' nationwide, but Jota is not the bargain that he was last year. Leroy Sane  At the start of last season, Leroy Sane was a must-have for most fantasy managers. By the end of the season however, his role in Pep Guardiola's side had diminished massively and he found himself in fantasy football exile. The German winger has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich, as it seems Guardiola is becoming increasingly frustrated at Sane's lack of development and understanding of his duties in City's style of play. Sane is an expensive purchase at £9.5m, and without Guardiola's trust his game-time will be heavily restricted. It might be wise to avoid the pacy forward and put your money on Bernardo Silva , who is a steal at £8m.


1. Work on Better Technique Above all, you need to dial in your technique first. If you're technique is poor, it makes no sense to start adding more weight and injuring yourself further. There are three very simple cues you need to always be thinking when you squat: chest up, hips back, and knees out. Most people squat straight down, instead of pushing their hips back into a hip hinge pattern while driving their knees out, which forces them into a vertical and more quad-dominant squatting pattern. This type of squat requires great mobility at the upper back, hips and ankles and a strong core and upper back. If you don't have all of these qualities and your movement is limited, you are more likely to fall forward when the weights gets heavier. Two drills to help you keep your chest up, push your hips back and drive your knees out are wall squats (which will load your posterior chain to a greater extent)   where you face a wall with your feet about 6" away and squat down without hitting the wall, trying to go as deep as possible   or goblet squats   where you hold a dumbbell vertically on one end and squat down keeping your chest out and driving your knees outward   will teach you proper positioning during the conventional squat pattern. 2. Try Different Bar Positions Try different bar positions on your back. If you have a higher bar position   right at the base of your neck   you will need to have good mobility in your upper back, hips, and ankles to be able to keep your torso vertical during the squat . If you don't have this mobility and you are weak, you will more than likely tip forward as you descend into the bottom of the squat. It is simple physics. The longer the distance from your hips to the bar (high bar position = increased moment arm), the greater the torque at the hips. If you have a lower bar position (around mid-trap) and slightly wider stance (slightly wider than shoulder width)   you will decrease the distance from the bar to your hips (shorter moment arm) and you will have better leverage. This might allow you to stay more vertical when you squat if you have good core stability and enough hip mobility. Play around with the bar position to find the one that works best for you. 3. Gain More Core Strength If your core is weak   all of the muscles that surround your torso from the shoulders to the knees   then you will be more likely to fall forward when you squat. You need a strong core to stay tight and keep your torso as straight as possible when you squat. And setting the tension in the torso all starts with breathing. Before you begin the squat, you should take a full deep breath   expanding your abdomen and your chest   and hold it to set intra-abdominal pressure or IAP and to help neutralize your hips. Starting the squat movement with a better position at the hips and with good intra-abdominal pressure, will be essential to moving through a great range of motion with a more vertical torso angle. After you complete one repetition, repeat this deep breath and hold before you hit the next rep. Treat each repetition in the set like its own single set. So, instead of thinking of 10 reps, think 10 singles. 4. Build Upper Back Strength To get better at squats and to be able to squat more weight, you need a strong upper back. Every strength program should include pull-ups , bent over rows, seated rows, chin-ups , band pull-aparts and face pulls. If your upper back is strong, you will be able to create more core stability and stay more upright while under the bar. Also, being strong enough to drive the elbows downward when squatting, will keep your chest up   especially at the bottom of the squat   and keep you from falling forward. 5. Tighten Up Your Grip If your grip on the bar is loose, then your arms, shoulders and upper back will be loose. You need to have a death grip on the bar to create tension across your entire upper body. The harder you grip the bar, the more tension you'll have in your hands, forearms, biceps, shoulders, and upper back. This tension, along with a deep breath to set your intra-abdominal pressure, will create the core stability and tension you need to stay upright and safe when you squat. 6. Build More Hip Strength If your hips are weak   hamstrings, glutes and spinal erectors   you will have more a tendency to fall forward and have your hips shoot upward when you come out of the hole at the bottom of a squat. Strengthening your hips with Romanian deadlifts, rack pulls, good mornings and kettlebell (or dumbbell) swings will teach you how to strengthen your hips. When we talk about strengthening the hips, we are talking about strengthening hip extension. Powerful hip extension is a fundamental movement pattern that is seen in most compound strength training exercises in the gym. And this hip hinge movement must always be done while keeping your torso in a neutral (or straight) position. That is the key. Can you maintain a straight back when you transition from hip flexion into hip extension? 7. Change the Bar Utilizing a straight barbell when you squat requires good shoulder, upper back (thoracic), hip, and ankle mobility. Mobility is defined as being able to move unrestricted through your intended range of motion. So this means when we squat, can I maintain a good upright torso position, keep my chest up and elbows down, and do my hips and ankles bend and move freely with GOOD STABILITY and CONTROL, as I perform a squat pattern? Not everyone is able to remain in a good position throughout a squatting pattern with a fixed barbell on their back. If you can't, then you should think about regressing to wall squats and goblet squats to dial-in the squat pattern and work on your functional squat mobility. Or, I could try a different bar to see if I can still get stronger at squats while I continue to work on my mobility and squatting better with a straight bar. Trying different barbells   such as a buffalo bar, safety squat bar, giant cambered bar   can help you get a stronger squat and stay in a better position   as you work on your individual limitations. 8. Change Your Shoes You've all seen lifters who squat with their heels on 10lb plates. This is because it allows them to squat deeper and stay more upright, even though their have tight ankles. Ankle immobility or tightness is a major reason why most people can't squat lower and through a full range of motion. You can blame heavy workout shoes and sedentary careers. Squatting with your heels on 10 lb plates is a way to overcome ankle immobility and help you to squat with a more upright torso angle. Warming up barefoot (or in socks), performing various ankle mobility drills, and incorporating goblet squats are all great ways to increase ankle mobility and strengthen in new ranges of motion at the ankle. Weightlifting shoes - that have a firm sole and elevated heel - can also change your squat immediately. Like the 10 lb plates, weightlifting shoes allow you to squat better and stay more upright, even when ankle mobility isn't that great. 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LOS ANGELES   Cody Bellinger keeps getting on base, and if he's at home chances are it's via a home run. Bellinger slugged his 24th homer   16th at Dodger Stadium   and Los Angeles kept it together after losing starter Rich Hill to injury in a 9-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night, becoming the major leagues' first 50-win team. At 50-25, the Dodgers are tied with the 1977 club for the second-best start in Los Angeles history. It's also the first time since that year that the team has collected 50 wins in its 75th game. "We're all confident in ourselves and it's showing on the field," Bellinger said. BOX SCORE: DODGERS 9, GIANTS 2 Chris Taylor homered twice to help the NL West leaders improve to a big league-best 30-9 at home. They routed the Giants for the second straight game, following up on a 9-0 win Tuesday. "We're playing free and easy," Taylor said. "We're playing our best baseball." The only downer was Hill's departure after one inning because of left forearm discomfort that will send him to the injured list. The left-hander retired the side on 15 pitches with two strikeouts. "You could see something wasn't right, something was going through his head. Our radar was up," manager Dave Roberts said. Hill is scheduled for a MRI on Thursday. He said he had elbow tightness in his two previous starts and "everything tightened up" after his third warmup pitch before the second inning. "I didn't feel it would be a wise move to continue," Hill said. "The MRI will probably show something, but I don't think it will be in the concerning category." Roberts said, "I'm hopeful." Dylan Floro (2-1) got the victory with one strikeout in two innings. He was followed by Yimi Garcia, Caleb Ferguson, Pedro Bàez and Joe Kelly who combined to limit the Giants to two runs and four hits. "The bullpen was incredible," Hill said. "Kudos to them." The Dodgers' offense got going early, powering to a 6-0 lead after three innings. Taylor hit a two-out, three-run homer in the first off Drew Pomeranz (2-7). Rookie Kyle Garlick added his first career homer leading off the second, Alex Verdugo had a sacrifice fly and Russell Martin had a two-out RBI single in the third, and Taylor's solo shot in the fifth made it 7-1. Bellinger recorded his 24th homer in the seventh, a two-run shot off Dereck Rodriguez. He's reached base in 68 of 70 starts this season. Los Angeles had 13 hits after recording 14 on Tuesday. The Giants have just 10 hits going into the series finale Thursday. "We're just not swinging the bats very well right now," manager Bruce Bochy said. "Some pretty good arms they brought in." The Giants' runs came on solo homers by Tyler Austin in the fourth and Mike Yastrzemski in the sixth. Pomeranz gave up seven runs and nine hits in 4 1/3 innings. He struck out four and walked one. He's worked past the fifth inning just once in 13 starts. TRAINER'S ROOM Giants: OF Steven Duggar was scratched with a tight lower back and is day to day. ... INF Pablo Sandoval pinch hit in the ninth after leaving Monday's game with an injured right pinky finger. MAKING MEMORIES The fan who snagged Garlick's home run gave the ball to him and Garlick turned it over to his father after the game. "It was awesome being able to do it in front of my parents," he said. UP NEXT Giants: LHP Madison Bumgarner (3-6, 3.87 ERA) seeks his first win against the Dodgers since Sept. 23, 2017. He's 0-3 with a 2.43 ERA in his last six starts against them. Dodgers: LHP Julio Urias (3-2, 3.05) comes out of the bullpen to make a spot start in place of RHP Walker Buehler, who gets extra rest. Urias is 1-1 with a 3.66 ERA in four starts this season. He hasn't pitched longer than three innings since April 18. ___ More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports Related Slideshow: Best of the 2019 MLB season (provided by imagn)


ST. LOUIS (AP) Marlins outfielder JT Riddle wiped out two months of frustration with one swing of the bat. Riddle hit a two-run homer in the 11th inning, Zac Gallen was effective in his major league debut and Miami beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-6 on Thursday night. Brian Anderson also went deep and drove in two runs for the Marlins, who earned a split of the four-game series. Riddle connected off Andrew Miller (3-3) with one out for a 7-5 lead. ''It felt good,'' Riddle said. ''I put a good swing on it and squared it up.'' Miller said he missed location. ''I threw it right down the middle,'' he explained. ''Generally, I'm better with it.'' Rookie infielder Tommy Edman homered for the Cardinals, who rallied from 4-1 and 5-3 deficits to tie it. On deck, Albert Pujols returns Friday for his first game in St. Louis since leaving to sign a $240 million contract with the Angels before the 2012 season. The slugger won three NL MVP awards and made nine All-Star teams with the Cardinals, leading them to World Series championships in 2006 and 2011. He is sixth on the career list with 645 home runs. Jarlin Garcia (1-0) got the win with two innings of relief, and Sergio Romo closed for his 13th save in 14 chances. He gave up a two-out RBI double to Yadier Molina, but ended the game by picking off pitcher Jack Flaherty at second base. Flaherty was pinch-running for Molina. ''I put him in that spot,'' St. Louis manager Mike Shildt said. ''The reality is he wasn't prepped well enough and I take responsibility for that.'' Edman tied it 5-all with a two-run homer off Tayron Guerrero in the eighth. It was Edman's first career round-tripper and it came in his 10th at-bat. Gallen gave up one run and five hits in five innings. He struck out six and walked two. ''It was awesome,'' Gallen said. ''I mixed my pitches pretty well. We threw a lot of off-speed (stuff) and kept them on their toes.'' St. Louis starter Adam Wainwright allowed three runs and six hits over 5 1/3 innings in his return from the injured list. The veteran right-hander, who strained his left hamstring running the bases June 9, struck out six and walked one. Anderson hit a solo homer off John Brebbia in the eighth to push Miami's lead to 5-3. It was his ninth of the season. Anderson also broke a 1-all tie with an RBI double off the glove of third baseman Matt Carpenter in the sixth. Miguel Rojas gave the Marlins a 4-1 advantage when he knocked in a run with an infield single in the seventh. St. Louis trimmed the deficit to 4-3 in the bottom half when Paul Goldschmidt hit an RBI double and scored on Marcell Ozuna's single. ''This was a crazy one,'' Miami manager Don Mattingly said. TRAINER'S ROOM Marlins: 1B Garrett Cooper was pulled in the fifth with left triceps tightness. He is day-to-day. Cooper, who missed Wednesday's game with the same problem, extended his hitting streak to a career-high 12 games with a double in the fourth. ... Miami catcher Jorge Alfaro exited in the ninth with concussion-like symptoms. Cardinals: INF Yairo Munoz came off the paternity list and was placed on the restricted list due to travel delays in his return to St. Louis. ... INF Jedd Gyorko remains on the injured list with calf and back ailments. ''It's going to be a little while. The calf strain is more significant than the back injury had been,'' general manager Michael Girsch said. Gyorko went on the injured list June 8. UP NEXT Marlins: RHP Sandy Alcantara (3-6, 3.73 ERA) will face Phillies RHP Aaron Nola (6-1, 4.89) in the opener of a three-game series at Philadelphia on Friday. Alcantara game up a season-high six runs on a career-high 11 hits over five innings in a 9-1 loss to Philadelphia on April 12 in Miami. Cardinals: RHP Michael Wacha (4-3, 6.00) opposes Los Angeles Angels RHP Griffin Canning (2-3, 3.93) in the opener of a three-game interleague set Friday. --- More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP-Sports


LOS ANGELES - A former University of Southern California gynecologist pleaded not guilty on Monday to charges of sexually assaulting 16 patients, in a scandal that outraged faculty and students at the school. George Tyndall, 72, was also ordered to remain in custody in lieu of nearly $2.1 million bond, but Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Theresa Sullivan said she would review his bail at another hearing set for Wednesday. Tyndall was charged last week with 18 criminal counts of sexual penetration and 11 counts of sexual battery by fraud. He pleaded not guilty to all the charges in his first court appearance on Monday. Hundreds of patients have accused Tyndall of molestation and other misconduct in a scandal that has resulted in a $215 million civil settlement in federal court. The 16 patients he is charged with assaulting ranged in age from 17 to 29 and were allegedly violated by Tyndall at the downtown Los Angeles university's student health center between 2009 and 2016, prosecutors said. Tyndall faces up to 53 years in prison if convicted of all the charges. The allegations against Tyndall first surfaced in media reports last year, sparking protests and criticism of the university's handling of the matter and leading then-USC President C.L. Max Nikias to resign. Detectives conducted interviews with more than 350 women in 16 states and Canada who have come forward with accusations of sexual misconduct against Tyndall. Not all those allegations resulted in criminal charges, as some fell outside the 10-year statute of limitations and others involved lewd comments or other inappropriate behavior that fell short of a criminal offense. A federal court on June 13 granted preliminary approval to the $215 million settlement, which is between USC and many former patients who sued the university in a class-action lawsuit. Some of Tyndall's former patients oppose the settlement as insufficient and have sued in state court. Tyndall resigned from USC in 2017 following an internal investigation that began when a health worker in 2016 accused him of making sexually inappropriate comments to patients. The USC case comes on the heels of a scandal that roiled USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University. Larry Nassar, a former USA Gymnastics team doctor who also was on that university's staff, was sentenced to up to 300 years in prison in two different trials last year after more than 350 women testified about abuse at his hands. (Reporting by Steve Gorman; writing by Alex Dobuzinskis; editing by Jonathan Oatis)


Curious just how far your dollar goes in Florida Center North? According to Walk Score, this Orlando neighborhood isn't very walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options. Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Florida Center North is currently hovering around $875. So, what might you expect to find if you're on a budget of $1,000/month? Read on for a roundup of the latest rental listings, via Zumper and Apartment Guide . (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. 4618 Middlebrook Road Listed at $919/month, this 450-square-foot studio apartment is located at 4618 Middlebrook Road. The building features a fitness center, a swimming pool and on-site laundry. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are allowed on this property. (See the complete listing here .) 4771 Walden Circle Next, there's this studio apartment over at 4771 Walden Circle. It's listed for $949/month for its 517 square feet. The building features on-site laundry, outdoor space and a swimming pool. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome. (Take a gander at the complete listing here .) 4659 Cason Cove Drive Here's a 700-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at 4659 Cason Cove Drive that's going for $950/month. Expect to find a in-unit laundry, a balcony and granite countertops. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. The listing specifies a $75 application fee. (Take a look at the full 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.


Students at Foster High School in Tukwila say school administrators are not taking enough action about racist remarks and slurs being made on campus. Foster High School's Black Student Union President Zeineb Abdu said it's a conversation long overdue. "Students and teachers have been getting away with racist comments, and we have had enough of it. We are fed up," said Abdu. Student Solyana Tesfai said she has dealt with the racist comments too. "It is really sickening," Tesfai said. "All of this sparked with two girls saying the n-word as they were lip-synching to a song and they posted it on their Snapchat story. That circulated everywhere, and it ignited all of this conversation," Abdu explained. It is a conversation students brought before the school board on Tuesday night. "I don't feel comfortable coming here when I encounter racist situations and nothing satisfactory is being done about it," one student told the room. One teacher told the school board about her experience with administrators. "Just this year, I have brought six racial incidents to their attention and not one of those incidents were handled with care, policy, or urgency. I am asking you, the board, to hold our administrators accountable and call for action," the teacher said. "These are things that the board takes seriously, and your words have power. That's why you are here, and that is why we are here as well," a school board member said at the end of public comments. Dr. Lester "Flip" Herndon, the district's new superintendent, plans to meet with the Black Student Union later this week to keep the conversation going.


BOSTON (CBS)   An area near Mass. Ave. and Melnea Cass Boulevard is referred to as "methadone mile" because it is frequented by people with substance abuse issues. A number of homeless shelters and the methadone clinics line the streets. Therefore a population of homeless and people in recovery stay nearby, according to WBZ-TV's Chief Legal Analyst Cheryl Fiandaca. Police typically respond to violent crimes and overdoses in the area but on Thursday, a Suffolk County House of Corrections Officer said he attacked there while on his way to work. More: Corrections Officers Fill Courtroom For Arraignment Of Suspect Arrested After Attack Fiandaca said police have a tough time handling methadone mile because the situation is complex. "The police do not arrest substance abusers, they don't arrest people who are using illegal drugs. If they commit other crimes, they will come in and arrest them," she explained. According to Boston Crime Incident Reports , there have been 229 medical or drug-related calls in methadone mile area this year. In 2018, there were 185 reports total. In 2016, there were 31. "If they don't want help, you can't force them into it and so it becomes a very difficult situation to kind of manage," Fiandaca said. To make matters worse, the situation is condensed to one area. "That becomes the biggest challenge. You have people who are trying to get off of drugs and people who are actually using them in the same area."


TMZ has published video of Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett's drunk driving arrest. Barrett was cited for operating a vehicle while intoxicated in the early morning hours of Oct. 31. He was suspended for the Buckeyes' game against Minnesota last week, but will likely start on Saturday against Illinois. In the video, Barrett performs a field sobriety test, after which the officer informs him he is being placed under arrest. While handcuffing Barrett, the officer says, "You've been very polite with me, you've been very cooperative." Earlier this week, Barrett was fined $400 and his license was suspended for 180 days after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor OVI charge. - Dan Gartland


DETROIT (AP) The Detroit Tigers will take any kind of win they can get these days. This one required a long day at the ballpark. Miguel Cabrera had three hits and scored twice to help the Tigers to a 10-6 victory over the Chicago White Sox and a split of their doubleheader Tuesday. Chicago won the opener 5-3. ''This was a nice. It was good for our fans to get to see us running the bases for a change,'' Detroit manager Ron Gardenhire said. ''I told our guys to go home, get some sleep and not show up here before 11 tomorrow. This was a long day and they need some rest.'' The Tigers are 11-45 since the start of June and 5-20 since the All-Star break. Drew VerHagen (2-2) allowed one run in five innings for Detroit in the nightcap, then left the game after a 61-minute rain delay. Hector Santiago (1-1) yielded four earned runs in 4 2/3 innings. This was his first big league appearance since the White Sox signed him to a minor league deal in June. He pitched for the New York Mets prior to that. ''He did what we needed him to do,'' White Sox manager Rick Renteria said. ''Kind of tried to eat up some innings, tried to minimize damage as best he could.'' Detroit scored two runs in the second, then Cabrera led off the bottom of the third with a double and scored on a sacrifice fly by Dawel Lugo to put the Tigers up 3-0. Cabrera led off the Detroit fifth with a single and eventually came home on a single by Travis Demeritte. Gordon Beckham added an RBI single to make it 5-1, and the rain delay began before the fifth inning ended. Jordy Mercer hit a two-run homer for Detroit in the seventh to make it 7-2. Trevor Rosenthal came on for the Tigers in the eighth, retired only one batter and had three runs charged to him. Jose Abreu came up with two on and the score 7-5, but he hit a weak grounder to third against Buck Farmer. The Tigers then scored three runs of their own in the bottom of the inning. Dylan Cease pitched five solid innings in the opener, and Abreu homered and drove in three runs. Welington Castillo also homered for Chicago, and Jake Rogers went deep for Detroit. Cease (2-4) allowed two runs and seven hits, striking out six with one walk. He also beat Detroit on July 3 before losing his next four starts. Alex Colome allowed a run in the ninth but held on for his 22nd save in 23 chances. Daniel Norris (3-9) allowed four runs in 5 2/3 innings. Abreu gave Chicago a 1-0 lead with a first-inning homer, his 24th of the season. That opposite-field drive came on the 11th pitch of the at-bat. ''It was a battle,'' Norris said. ''I tried to mix in a two-seam there and sort of just left it middle. He put a decent swing on it and it went over the wall. I wasn't executing great in the first. I think if I make my pitches there, the at-bat's over.'' Adam Engel hit an RBI double in the second before the Tigers rallied. Brandon Dixon tripled and scored for Detroit in the third to make it 2-1, then Rogers tied it with a fourth-inning homer. Abreu put the White Sox up 3-2 with an RBI double in the fifth. Castillo, activated from the family medical emergency leave list before the game, went deep in the sixth to give Chicago a two-run lead again. Castillo was the 26th man for the White Sox for the doubleheader. Reliever Matt Hall was the 26th man for Detroit. Hall was returned to Triple-A Toledo after the game. The White Sox optioned right-hander Dylan Covey, who pitched 2 2/3 innings in relief in the nightcap, to Triple-A Charlotte. MOVIE REFERENCE MLB.com released player nicknames that will go on uniforms during Players' Weekend from Aug. 23-25. White Sox reliever Evan Marshall has chosen ''FORGETTING SARAH'' - a reference to the movie. ''It's `Forgetting Sarah Marshall' - it's a hilarious movie,'' he said. ''I thought, if they can squeeze it on a jersey, it would be a funny one.'' CLAIM The Tigers claimed right-hander David McKay off waivers from Seattle and optioned him to Toledo. He made his major league debut with the Mariners this season. TRAINER'S ROOM White Sox: Chicago transferred LHP Manny Banuelos (left shoulder inflammation) to the 60-day injured list to make room for Santiago on the 40-man roster. Santiago's contract was purchased from Charlotte. Tigers: Detroit put INF Jeimer Candelario (left thumb sprain) on the 10-day injured list and recalled Lugo from Toledo. UP NEXT White Sox: Ivan Nova (6-9) takes the mound in the series finale Wednesday. Tigers: Tyler Alexander (0-2) makes the fifth start of his major league career. --- Follow Noah Trister at www.Twitter.com/noahtrister --- More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP-Sports


NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)   Five people were arrested for disorderly conduct in a protest involving the death of Eric Garner. Crowds gathered at Gracie Mansion on the Upper East Side, two days after it was announced no federal charges would be filed against the NYPD officer accused of using a chokehold on Garner   allegedly leading to his death. Chants of "fire Pantaleo" rang out from the loud protesters, led by Garner's mother. They were calling for Mayor de Blasio to fire Officer Daniel Panteleo for his action during the arrest of Garner five years ago on Staten Island. Garner had been seen on surveillance video arguing and resisting officers arresting him for illegally selling untaxed and loose cigarettes outside of a local store. Mayor de Blasio met with Garner's family, along with Rev. Al Sharpton. The mayor said in a statement "we did our best to explain the exact steps ahead, leading to the final resolution of the NYPD process next month… a process that will be fair and impartial." A short time later, Garner's daughter shot back at the mayor's decision to allow the NYPD to decide Pantaleo's fate now that criminal charges have been ruled out. Emerald Snipes said in her own statement "the mayor expressed his position and I found it unacceptable. Nothing is going to stop us from continuing to protest."


Arsenal manager Unai Emery insists the Gunners will not just sit back to try and protect their aggregate lead in the Europa League semi final second leg against Valencia on Thursday night, and will instead look to attack and be clinical when the possibility arises. Emery's side hold a 3-1 advantage from the first leg in London last week and would be expected to see things through in the Mestalla. "Our idea is to play the match, thinking to win. [If] you want to win then you need to score," the Spaniard, who won this competition three times with Sevilla, said, via Arsenal.com . "[Valencia] are a very organised team and their structure is very strong defensively. But also they need to score. They have attacking players with big qualities and the possibility to score here. "Our idea is to do both: be defensively strong and offensively, take our chances. Above all, I think it depends how we are on the pitch. The 90 minutes can be long and there can be moments for our attack and their attack. We need to be solid and most importantly control the match." Arsenal go into the second leg in Spain knowing that, barring an unlikely eight goal swing on the final day of the Premier League season, winning the Europa League is their only chance to secure Champions League qualification and return to the continent's premier competition. "We knew it was going to be difficult and we finished in the Premier League without that possibility. But we are in this competition with that opportunity," Emery added, "...with big ambition, a strong mentality and full motivation we can do it. I want to enjoy, I want to play in matches like that, these moments - semi-finals against difficult teams, away - for one important target." One game away from Baku. One game away from the @EuropaLeague final. Together, we can take the final step. #WeAreTheArsenal  #UEL pic.twitter.com/xTALdqkyFp   Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) May 8, 2019 With Arsenal in the driving seat against Valencia and Chelsea looking to beat Eintracht Frankfurt at Stamford Bridge in the other semi final, the possibility of an all-English Europa League final alongside the all-English Champions League final between Liverpool and Tottenham is very real.


Once again, the Washington Redskins head toward training camp with a question mark at wide receiver. The team added players in the draft and have carryovers from last year like Paul Richardson, yet the hopes one of them can suddenly burst into No. 1 material aren't high - hence the Redskins turning down a fifth year on Josh Doctson. Ask NFL.com's Bucky Brooks , the Redskins might find it wise to head to the trade market and target someone like Mohamed Sanu: Imagine a big-bodied, hard-nosed pass catcher like the 6-foot-2, 215-pound Sanu coming onboard to give the 'Skins a dependable chain mover to anchor the passing game. Sanu is coming off his most productive NFL season yet, yardage-wise (838), but with Calvin Ridley securing 10 touchdown catches as a rookie (plus 821 receiving yards) alongside Julio Jones, might Atlanta be tempted to move Sanu for additional draft capital? And indeed, the Falcons might be willing to trade a wideout going on 30 years old who has two years left on his deal totaling a cap hit of $7-plus million in each season. Sanu would be a brilliant fit too. He caught 66 passes with four scores last year, though his real value comes in moving the chains - 41 of those catches went for first downs. When trying to develop a rookie quarterback, dependability like that is incredibly important. It's hard to argue with the idea the Redskins should at least give the Falcons a call about such an idea. MORE: NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players Mets pitcher Jason Vargas had to be held back after telling a reporter he would knock him out D'Angelo Russell open to Lakers return with Magic Johnson gone Report: Celtics interested in signing French center Vincent Poirier NCSA: A list of college football camps you can still attend this summer