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On Sunday, the New England Patriots faced the Dallas Cowboys in a highly-anticipated match-up. While the game was a lopsided 30-6 win for the Patriots, the conditions aligned perfectly at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, helping some talented photographers produce some amazing photographs. The combination of the late-afternoon game, the low October sun, and a southwest-facing endzone that is covered in large windows, produced a lighting effect inside the stadium that seemed to spotlight specific players and give the field a warm glow. Here are 13 incredible pictures taken by Associated Press, Getty Images, and USA Today photographers. The sun was shining directly through the southwest windows and the scene was surreal. Some of the images looked like they were staged. The sunlight made the playing area light up in a way not typically seen at a football game. The players in a chaotic scramble seemingly stuck in a choreographed photo. Even Bill Belichick looked angelic. The shadows seemed to come and go with very abrupt boundaries. You may never see a more serene football photo than this one. At times it seemed like the sun was spotlighting specific players. Some of the photos are so crisp the image looks like something out of a video game. Others look like paintings. As if Tom Brady wasn't already under a spotlight. When the sun was at its brightest, the players seemed to glow. But the best shots were the ones that captured the sun coming from behind the players. Now check out the highest-paid players on these and the other 30 NFL teams The highest-paid player on every NFL team
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Bangladesh is a major market for addictive codeine-based cough syrup smuggled from India where authorities are trying to crack down. Paul Chapman reports.
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WASHINGTON The prime-time assertion of executive power was audacious and far-reaching. Nearly a year ago, President Obama vowed that his administration would provide up to four million undocumented immigrants the ability to live and work in the United States without fear of immediate deportation. It almost certainly will not happen for the vast majority of them. The conservative legal campaign against the centerpiece of Mr. Obama's immigration overhaul has largely succeeded in running out the clock, blocking the president's executive actions from taking effect while judges consider their legality. Now, even if Mr. Obama ultimately prevails in the legal battle which would occur next summer at the earliest there will probably be time for at most a few hundred thousand of those immigrants to qualify for protection before the end of the president's term. Worse for the administration, in the next few weeks, the states fighting to stop Mr. Obama may score their biggest victory yet achieving a long-enough delay in the lower courts to prevent the Supreme Court from even considering and ruling on the case until after next year's presidential election. That timing would leave any final decision about immigration to Mr. Obama's successor. Sign Up For NYT Now's Morning Briefing Newsletter The immediate holdup is the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, in New Orleans, where a three-judge panel has been deliberating the president's actions for more than three months far longer than the court's goal to decide "within 60 days after argument" in most cases. White House officials are bracing for a loss in the appeals court, in part because two of the three judges have already ruled against the administration in an earlier decision. But Mr. Obama needs a ruling soon from that panel so his lawyers can try to persuade the Supreme Court to take the case. If the decision does not come quickly, his hopes for a late-hour appeal to the Supreme Court this year will disappear. Already, disappointed immigration activists are preparing a fallback strategy to try to turn the fate of Mr. Obama's promise into a political issue on the 2016 campaign trail. Their goal is to motivate immigrants who are citizens to vote by focusing on what the activists say is the once-in-a-lifetime chance that has slipped away for millions who are undocumented. Starting Wednesday, about a dozen protesters will fast for nine days in the park across from the Fifth Circuit courthouse. "The lack of action is taking on the tenor of political behavior that is unconscionable for a federal court," said Kica Matos, the director of immigrant rights and racial justice for the Center for Community Change, an organizer of the protest. "We want to let the court know that we are watching. It is not acceptable to us that they are going to run out the clock to achieve political goals." The extended legal delays have upended the president's hope for a final legacy-making success on immigration. After years of a fruitless battle with House Republicans to pass a comprehensive overhaul of the nation's immigration laws, Mr. Obama last year concluded that he should, and could, act on his own. He announced his plans in a speech to the nation on Nov. 20. But the president's advisers urged him to move quickly to establish the program, known as Deferred Action for Parents of Americans. If millions signed up by the time Mr. Obama left office, they said, the next president would find it difficult to reverse, even if a Republican wins the White House. Aides mapped out a plan to build a new bureaucracy to process millions of applications from undocumented immigrants. Officials quickly signed a $7.8 million lease for a Washington-area building and began interviews to hire 1,000 new employees. Those efforts were scuttled when a Texas judge ordered a halt to the program. Officials say they are prepared to begin that process again quickly once they receive a final go-ahead from the courts. In 2012, it took about 60 days to set up a similar but smaller program for undocumented immigrants who were brought to the United States as children. White House aides say they could restart the latest program in that time. But the crawl of the legal system is working against them. Almost immediately after Mr. Obama announced his executive actions, Texas and 25 other states filed a lawsuit seeking to stop him. In February, Judge Andrew S. Hanen of Federal District Court in Brownsville, Tex., ordered a preliminary injunction on the programs while he considered the constitutional and other issues in the suit. The government appealed, but the Fifth Circuit panel hearing that appeal has yet to decide. The circuit court must decide soon to give the administration the time for a final appeal to the Supreme Court. "What is the point of no return?" said Josh Blackman, a law professor at the South Texas College of Law who filed an appeals court brief opposing the president's executive actions. "As long as we get a decision by the end of October or beginning of November, the case could be heard by the Supreme Court this term." John P. Elwood, a lawyer at Vinson & Elkins who follows Supreme Court procedures closely, said the Obama administration might have a few more weeks than that until late November to be heard in the current term once the Fifth Circuit rules. But lawyers for the State of Texas, whose lawsuit is seeking to stop Mr. Obama, will then have the right to seek an extension beyond the usual 30 days to file briefs, another delay that could get in the way of prompt Supreme Court consideration. "The petition seems like it would have to be filed by Nov. 27 or 30, if Texas is being cooperative," for the case to be hear in the current term, Mr. Elwood said. If the Supreme Court considers the case this term, activists are counting on the justices to overturn the lower courts and let Mr. Obama's immigration program move forward. But the earliest a positive Supreme Court decision is likely to come is in June 2016, leaving only a few months before the presidential elections. Add the amount of time it would take for officials to renew the lease, hire the new employees and print the documents, and that time shrinks even further. By then, the presidential campaign will be at a fever pitch. Officials would be asking immigrants in the United States illegally to come forward and apply at the same time that the Republican candidate for president would probably be campaigning on a promise to end Mr. Obama's program. "That fear will definitely be there, and there will be people who will wait," said Marielena Hincapié, the executive director of the National Immigration Law Center. But she added that "a positive Supreme Court decision will be an infusion of hope and energy for people to come out and vote." White House officials and advocates are pressing forward on parts of the president's executive actions that were not blocked by the courts, including new enforcement priorities for immigration authorities that have reduced the number of deportations. Officials are also trying to publicize a recent procedural change that could help hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants who are married to American citizens or legal residents to apply for green cards. "We have been mobilizing all over the country, we have done hundreds of meetings and workshops, and our big message to the entire community was get ready, whenever it happens," Ms. Matos said. "When we get closer to the election, the Republicans may start to realize that they need our votes." Follow the New York Times's politics and Washington coverage on Facebook and Twitter , and sign up for the First Draft politics newsletter .
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Democratic presidential candidate Jim Webb discusses his stance on affirmative action at the CNN Democratic debate.
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Some people want it to be. A recently published study suggested black coffee may be the preferred pick-me-up for psychopaths everywhere , but the beverage may be getting a bad rap. Researchers who conducted the study didn't offer actual foods and beverages to their subjects to test their reactions, but instead asked about taste preferences. As Gizmodo points out , people are liars, and "the things we say about our food preferences are not only very changeable, they also bear very little on how we actually behave." The researchers surveyed nearly 1,000 people for the study , split into two groups: students and prison inmates. The groups self-reported on their taste preferences and also completed personality questionnaires. The researchers claim that the study "provide[s] the first empirical evidence for the hypothesis that bitter taste preferences are linked to malevolent personality traits," particularly "everyday sadism and psychopathy." But because the subjects could making up their taste preferences to shape their self perception, there really isn't a way to link coffee and other bitter comestibles with psychopathy. So go ahead and enjoy that dark cup of joe. It doesn't really mean you're dark and disturbed, but if that's what you want people to think, there's a study to back you up.
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The freezer can be your best friend when it comes to preserving go-to foods, except when it kills the groceries we put into it. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) has the groceries you should never put in the freezer.
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October 13, 2015: Here are four stocks trading with heavy volume among 30 equities making new 52-week lows today. Southwestern Energy Co. (NYSE: SWN) dropped about 2% on Tuesday to post a new 52-week low of $11.79 against a 52-week high of $37.26. The stock closed at $12.03 on Monday night. Volume was about 15% below the daily average of around 11.2 million shares traded. The company had no specific news today. Shares are on track to post a daily gain of more than 1% about 30 minutes before the closing bell. VMware Inc. (NYSE: VMW) dropped about 5.5% on Tuesday to post a new 52-week low at $68.28 after closing at $72.27 on Monday. The stock's 52-week high is $93.43. Share volume was nearly 4 times the daily average of around 2 million. The company's continues to suffer from the proposed Dell acquisition of EMC. Analysts at JMP Securities cut their rating on the stock from Outperform to Market Perform. Heartware International Inc. (NASDAQ: HTWR) dropped nearly 21% on Tuesday to post a new 52-week low of $34.86 against a high of $95.59. The stock closed at $44.03 on Monday night. Volume was more than 10 times the daily average of around 500,000 shares traded. The company said today that it may not restart a previously expected clinical trial of its MVAD heart pump in November. Ryder System Inc. (NYSE: R) posted a new low on Tuesday. Shares dropped about 9.8% to a low of $68.24 from Monday's closing price of $75.65. The stock's 52-week high is $100.64. Volume was more than 5 times the daily average of around 820,000. The company lowered its comparable earnings estimate Tuesday morning. ALSO READ: 10 Cheapest Cars in America
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A Florida woman was arrested for a DUI after broadcasting herself drunk driving on Periscope. Gillian Pensavalle (@GillianWithaG) has the footage of the Periscope and the failed sobriety test.
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A team of researchers from Japan's Chiba Institute of Technology recently presented a novel robot design at the IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems. It can be thrown like the Explorer camera sphere , but after it stops rolling, this nimble quadruped unfurls mechanical legs to skitter the rest of the way to its destination -- basically the same idea as Star Wars' Droideka, just without the laser cannons ( yet ). The robot is called the QRoSS. The second iteration, shown above, employs a 30 cm protective shell. It uses this shell mostly as a passive shock absorber, akin to a robotic roll cage. And since the legs operate independently from the outer structure, the robot can easily navigate rough and uneven terrain at speeds reaching 0.1 meter per second without fear of falling over. Even if it does, the cage will take the brunt of the damage, not the delicate machinery inside. This setup therefore could be employed in emergencies by first responders to scout ahead of rescue teams operating in damaged or structurally unsound buildings. The current prototype version weighs about 2.5 Kg but the team is confident that they'll be able to scale the design into a far lighter and more huckable production package. There is no word yet as to when that may actually happen. Spectrum IEEE
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What The Cast of Hocus Pocus Look Like Now1000It's been 22 years since Hocus Pocus came into our Halloween-lovin' lives. As we gear up for our annual screening of the film lets take a look at what the cast looks like now.Good Housekeeping
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. To a man, the Gators all toed the company line Tuesday following the suspension of quarterback Will Grier: Next man up. Part of that is likely circumstantial. There is nothing they can do to change the fact that Grier is ineligible after taking an over-the-counter supplement that contained a substance banned by the NCAA. Getting that news on Monday came as No. 11 Florida (6-0, 3-0 SEC) prepares to travel to No. 5 LSU (5-0, 3-0) on Saturday. Part of that is likely because sophomore Treon Harris, who will replace Grier, might not fit the typical expectations of a back-up quarterback. "Sitting out practice in fall camp seeing them both compete, it was awesome," said linebacker Jarrad Davis. "We knew we had something either way." To be sure, moving forward without Grier is a loss and one that came as a surprise to the players who assembled for a team meeting Monday. Afterward, Grier and first-year coach Jim McElwain addressed the media. Grier had led Florida to a surprising 6-0 start completing 106 of 161 passes for 1,204 yards, 10 touchdowns and three interceptions with a comeback win against Tennessee and a rout of then-No. 4 Ole Miss a week later on Oct. 3. He will not be eligible to return until the seventh game of the 2016 season, barring a successful appeal. Though he is able to practice, Grier cannot travel with the team. "As the quarterback of an SEC program, especially like this, you accept the responsibility," said tight end Jake McGee. "If something happens, you have to own it. I think he's done a great job of getting through this." Players voiced their support for Grier on Tuesday but maintained a focus on the challenge ahead. The defense will have its hands full enough with Heisman Trophy favorite Leonard Fournette, who has more than 1,000 yards and 12 touchdowns in five games. But Harris' turn under center does not represent a break for the Tigers' defense, which has faced a back-up quarterback in each of the past three games. Harris takes over after playing in four games this season, entering mostly on run plays after starting the opener and splitting time the first two games. He was suspended for a violation of team rules for the Sept. 26 game against Tennessee. "(Treon) is a guy that I don't think there'll be much of a drop-off," said McGee. "He's a big-time player." Harris started the final six games last season after being suspended in October 2014 for a rape allegation for which he was not charged. He was an SEC All-Freshman selection after throwing for 1,019 yards and nine touchdowns. His experience as a true freshman included a comeback win at Tennessee, during which he led two fourth-quarter scoring drives, and a win against Georgia. That will help, said offensive lineman Trip Thurman. "We won't skip a beat," he said. Harris gives the Gators more of a running threat at the position than Grier, so holding blocks longer to open holes will be important, Thurman said. Otherwise, little will be different. "It kind of helps the run game because your D-line coach is telling you all week, 'This guy can hurt us with his legs. We've got to contain him,'" said defensive lineman Jonathan Bullard. "And you don't take as many shots as you would against a guy who you probably can catch from behind. So I think their D-line is going to have to really stay in their gap and kind of close the pocket on Treon, cause now he can pull it down and take off and go all the way." If the Gators are concerned about the shake-up at quarterback, they didn't show it. The quarterback competition that raised so many questions at the start of the season might be the best thing to sustain them in light of Grier's suspension. "We already know what we can do," said Davis. "I was kind of surprised that he wasn't starting this year, but at the same time coach makes those decisions. He picked the right guy, and now it's time for Treon to step up and take that spot back and charge on."
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Former Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee makes his opening remarks in the Democratic debate.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders explains why he describes himself as a Democratic Socialist at the CNN Democratic Debate in Las Vegas.
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Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders weigh in on the state of capitalism in America at the CNN Democratic debate.
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Heard drinking hot lemon water can help you drop pounds ? And also heard that grapefruit can help you lose weight? Put the two together by sipping on this twist of the classic lemon water: cut up a few wedges of grapefruit and squeeze the juice into your water (hot or cold), or place a couple thin slices into your glass. While grapefruit water itself isn't a magic weight-loss elixir, the fruit is a low-cal way to add vibrant flavor to H2O. So if you choose it over a glass of juice or fancy Starbucks coffee, it can save you a hundred calories or more, which adds up over time. Grapefruit is also considered a fat-burning food that can kick-start metabolism and curb cravings. Related Stories: 10 Ways to DIY the Best Fruit Water Ever
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Dedicate a handful of minutes a day to getting stronger and more defined abs. Perform each of the following exercises for one minute each. If you have 10 or 15 to spare for your future six-pack, then repeat this sequence two or three times. Number 1: Mountain Climbers Start in a traditional push-up starting position - shoulders over hands and weight on just your toes.Bring your right foot forward, bending the knee and putting weight on the ball of your foot.Switch legs, bringing the left knee forward while moving the right leg back. It feels a little like running in place in a plank position.For an advanced variation to work your abs more, keep the ball of your foot off the floor as you bring the knee in toward your chest.Quickly move through this exercise for as long as possible without taking a break - at least 30 seconds! Take a quick breather if need be, but pick up again until one minute is up. Number 2: Plank With Side Step Start on the floor, resting on your forearms and knees, and come up into a plank position. Contract your abs to prevent your booty from sticking up or sinking. Your spine should be parallel to the floor, your abs pulling toward the ceiling, and your feet should be close to hip-distance apart.Once you're in a strong elbow plank, step your left foot outward (about eight to 10 inches), keeping your core engaged and strong. Step your left foot back to the starting position. Now, step your right foot outward before coming back to center. This counts as one rep.Complete as many reps as possible for one minute. Number 3: Bicycle Crunches Lie flat on the floor with your lower back pressed to the ground (pull your abs down to also target your deep abs). Put your hands behind your head.Bring your knees in toward your chest, and lift your shoulder blades off the ground, but be sure not to pull on your neck.Straighten your left leg out to about a 45-degree angle to the ground while turning your upper body to the left, bringing your left elbow toward the right knee. Make sure your rib cage is moving and not just your elbows.Now switch sides and do the same motion on the other side to complete one rep (and to create the "pedaling" motion).Perform exercise for one minute. Number 4: Elbow Plank With Twist Come into a side plank on your right side, with your feet stacked one on top of the other and your weight on your right elbow with your fingers reaching away from your body.Place your left arm behind your head, and inhale to prepare.Exhale and pull your navel to your spine to engage your deep abs, and rotate your left rib cage toward the floor. Stay there for a second, and deepen your abdominal connection, pulling your navel in toward your spine even more.Return to starting position, repeat for 30 seconds, and then switch sides. Repeat series again until a minute is up. Number 5: Tabletop Lift Start in a tabletop position. Your hands should be directly underneath your shoulders and your ankles underneath your knees.On an exhale, lower your hips and straighten your legs so your hips are hovering above the floor. As you lower your hips and straighten your legs, your heels will rest on the ground. Flex your toes up toward the ceiling in order to engage your legs. Hold for a complete breath, then inhale and push yourself back into first tabletop position. This counts as one rep.Perform as many reps as possible, pivoting on your hands and heels, until one minute is up.
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Ronda Rousey is so busy right now that it's kind of hard to imagine her having the time to date anyone, but apparently she has found love with fellow UFC fighter Travis Browne.
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Actor Daniel Craig visits a Cyprus mine field as part of his U.N.-mandated role as global advocate against the use of landmines and explosives. Rough Cut - no reporter narration.
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Tracy Morgan made his first appearance on stage for a stand up performance since his car accident last year. He performed at The Comedy Cellar and The Stand in New York City and fans said he was hilarious. He's also been seen on the set of his new movie Fist Fight and will be hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend.
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The world's best airlines have been ranked, according to editors at Airlineratings.com, who judged the in flight offerings in first, business, premium and economy classes. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) highlights the drool-worthy features like private showers that will make you want to book a flight today.
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Playboy is about to find out how many people really do read it for the articles. The magazine has announced that it will no longer run photos of completely naked women. (Oct. 13)
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Police security camera video shows a Palestinian man ramming his car into a group of Israelis waiting at a bus stop in a Jewish neighborhood, and then attacking them with a cleaver. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
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A new study revealed that sitting down for long periods of time is not bad for your health, as long as you exercise regularly. Tom Hatton (@thetomhatton) has more.
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Hillary Clinton has been in the public eye for over two decades, and during that time she has been a national obsession and at the center of her fair share of controversy. And, while 2015 has been a year of questions around her perceived suspicious private email use while she was the lead diplomat for the United States and questions about foreign donations to her family's charitable organization at that same time, there's a lot that can be forgotten about the candidate. Her experience in the United States government began in 1992 when her husband, former President Bill Clinton, took office. She's been on the national stage virtually ever since: As first lady, then senator from New York, presidential candidate and then secretary of state. But there are many things that are forgotten about the former secretary of state and the Democratic primary front-runner from before her time in the White House. In recent months, Americans have increasingly searched for answers about Hillary Clinton on the web, including for her height and age, so it's worth a look back at her life before she became such a powerful national figure. The 5-foot-7 Clinton was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1947, making her 67 years old today. She grew up in the nearby town of Park Ridge, a suburb of the city. She was a Girl Scout when she was younger, attended Maine East High School and was in the student council and a member of the National Honor Society. Clinton went from there to Wellesley College , where she majored in political science at the Massachusetts school. Fun fact: She was the president of the college's young Republicans. She also held other positions in student organizations at Wellesley, and became involved with the civil rights movement there. Then-first lady Hillary Clinton watches school children Chevon Perry (L) and Tanya Perry (R) work on reading drills in a classroom at a drug-plagued elementary school in New York City Jan. 26, 1993. Reuters From there, she went to law school at Yale in Connecticut. During her time there, she worked advocating on behalf of children and against child abuse. It was during this time that she met her future husband, Bill Clinton. They were at a library when she first noticed him, and she approached him first and said , " Look, if you're going to keep staring at me, and I'm going to keep staring back, I think we should at least know each other. I'm Hillary Rodham. What's your name? " Before the two got married in 1975, Clinton went to Washington, D.C., and worked on the inquiry into the possible impeachment of former President Richard Nixon. From there she moved to Arkansas, but didn't settle down to be a house wife. She joined the Rose Law Firm in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1977, and kept at it when Bill won the governorship in 1978. She was criticized for it at the time, but kept with the law firm until she left the state for Washington in 1992.
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- Martin Jones is fitting in perfectly in goal for the San Jose Sharks. Jones made 31 saves for his second straight shutout and the Sharks took advantage of Alex Ovechkin's absence from Washington's lineup to beat the Capitals 5-0 on Tuesday night. BOX SCORE: SHARKS 5, CAPITALS 0 The Sharks improved to 3-0-0 and have outscored their opponents 12-1. Jones allowed a goal on the first shot he faced this season, but has blanked opponents for the following 178 minutes, 11 seconds. Jones, acquired from Boston in the offseason, said Washington playing without Ovechkin (personal reasons) and first-line center Nicklas Backstrom (offseason hip surgery) did not concern him or the Sharks. "You can't really replace guys like that, but for us, we were just worried about our game," Jones said. "It didn't really matter who was in the lineup. I thought we did a really good job executing." Matt Nieto and Chris Tierney each had a goal and an assist, and Joe Thornton, Mike Brown and Tomas Hertl added goals. Ovechkin missed the game because of personal reasons. The Capitals sent out a note on Twitter about 35 minutes before the game saying the Russian star would not play. They confirmed earlier in the day that the left wing did not take part in the morning skate, and coach Barry Trotz said he would be a game-time decision. Ovechkin had a goal and an assist Saturday night in Washington's season-opening victory over New Jersey. Trotz refused to elaborate on Ovechkin afterward, except to say that the left wing would return Thursday night against Stanley Cup champion Chicago. "He will be on the ice, and I expect him fully to be playing against the Chicago Blackhawks," Trotz said. "We could have used him tonight, and he's a great player. He's our captain. He's our leader but we didn't have today." San Jose coach Peter DeBoer said the Capitals have plenty of talent in addition to Ovechkin and Backstrom, adding those are not the only two players that make the Washington offense go. "Obviously, those guys are key people for them but at the same time, they have a lot of depth," DeBoer said. "The biggest mistake we could make was play differently because those guys aren't here. We have a lot of respect for the depth on that team." The Sharks are showing their own depth, specifically on their fourth line that's been playing solid hockey so far. Brown (one goal), Tierney (the two points) and Barclay Goodrow (two assists) combined for five points and continued their strong early-season play. "We're playing well," Brown said. "We're feeling each other out right now. As of now... we're doing everything that we need to do." Thornton opened the scoring on a power play in the first period. Brown and Hertl stretched the lead to 3-0, scoring off of rebounds early in the second period. Tierney's shot set up Brown at 2:36. Hertl scored after the Capitals were slow to clear goalie Braden Holtby's save of a Tommy Wingels nearly 5 minutes later. Washington appeared to cut the lead to two a few minutes later, but the officials waved off Dmity Orlov's goal after San Jose challenged due to goalie interference. NOTES: Defenseman John Carlson played his 400th NHL game, all with the Capitals Carlson also has played 380 consecutive games. ... Sharks right wing Joel Ward made his first trip back to Washington after playing the last four seasons with the Capitals. The crowd gave him a big ovation when some of his highlights were shown. ... Brown ended a 49-game goal drought.
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Singer Sheryl Crow sings the national anthem to kick off the first Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas, Nevada. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
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Many things make an athlete scary -- physical presence, looks, style of play or even how good they can be. We take a look at some of the scariest NHL players of all time. 15. Jacques Plante Jacques Plante fits into this list based more on look than action. Plante invented the first goaltender's mask after suffering a broken nose against the Rangers. Plante was frighteningly good. He was an eight-time All-Star, seven-time Vezina Trophy winner and six-time Stanley Cup winner. A pioneer in many ways, he'll always be remembered for the mask and if that mask doesn't remind you of Hannibal Lecter then you need to watch more movies. 14. Tie Domi Tie Domi may only stand at 5-foot-9, but he packs a punch. Literally. He was built like a brick outhouse, weighing in at 215 pounds and never backed down from anyone. He amassed over 3,500 penalty minutes in his career and went toe-to-toe with the NHL's heavyweight fighters. He also just had a look about him that you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley. 13. Maurice Richard Maurice "Rocket" Richard was a hockey legend with the Montreal Canadiens between 1942 and 1960. The Hall of Fame winger scared any defenseman with his speed and skill. He scored 544 goals and 965 points. Richard was also known for his temper, which sometimes got the better of him. In 1955, he earned a suspension for hitting a linesman and his season-ending ban eventually resulted in a riot at the old Montreal Forum. 12. Roman Polak Roman Polak makes the list in the category of the silent killer. Like any good horror film, he's the last one you expect. Mild-mannered and quiet most of the time, he masks the wrath that lies beneath. When he played for the St. Louis Blues, he was described as a sleeping giant that you didn't want to wake. He has forearms like tree trunks and if you make him mad, he is one of the strongest people you are ever going to have to deal with. 11. Sean Avery Sean Avery was the most hated man in hockey when he played. He was frightening because he did not care. He always bent the rules, sometimes broke them and was well known as a man that would push you over the edge and then not drop the gloves. Avery also tormented goaltenders. He hit Tim Thomas with his stick and had a rule named after him for his antics when he placed his stick blade in Martin Broduer's grill. 10. Cam Neely Cam Neely was frightening because he could do it all. He scored 50 goals three times in his career, including 50 in 49 games in 1993-94. He had solid bricks for fists when he was forced to fight. Though he had the skill to move around a defender, he preferred a straight line and would just bull-rush defenders like an NFL fullback. 9. Tony Twist Tony Twist was the Jason Voorhees of NHL fighters, impossible to take down. Twist's 10-year career was toward the tail end of the "goon" era, but Twist was an all-time fighter. He was built like a professional wrestler, with forearms that would make Mark McGwire proud. Twist feared nobody, fought anybody (including friends who happened to be on other teams) and put the fear of God into people that messed with his teammates. 8. Bob Probert If Tony Twist is Jason, then Bob Probert was Michael Myers. Probert had legendary battles with all the big-name fighters of the day like Kelly Chase, Stu Grimson, Tie Domi and the aforementioned Twist. Probert terrorized the Norris/Central Division and played on some of the toughest teams in the league with the Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks. He still holds the Red Wings' record for penalty minutes in a career and single season. 7. Gerry Cheevers Similar to Plante, Gerry Cheevers makes the list due to his imposing mask. Mostly known for his play with the Boston Bruins, Cheevers was a bit of a journey man, bouncing around several leagues from 1961 to 1980. His signature mask changed a lot over the years as each stitch was added when Cheevers was hit in the face with the puck, which is scary enough as it is. 6. Eddie Shore Like something straight off a horror movie poster, Eddie Shore's nickname was "Old Blood and Guts." Shore was one of the toughest players of his day (1926 to 1940). He was also scary good, claiming the most Hart Trophies of any NHL defenseman. Only Gordie Howe and Wayne Gretzky have more. Shore also fractured the skull of an opponent whom he checked head first into the boards, which led to the first All-Star game as a benefit for the family. 5. Bobby Clarke Comparing some players on the list to famous horror movies, Bobby Clarke would be Freddy Krueger. Clarke was the stuff of nightmares. He was imposing and his toothless face made the average man cringe. Though skilled, Clarke was akin to Avery in the instigation department. He was a hatchet man with his stick and deliberately hacked/broke the ankle of Valeri Kharlamov of the USSR during the 1972 Summit Series. 4. Scott Stevens Anyone who doesn't think Scott Stevens is scary should ask Eric Lindros or Paul Kariya about him. The Hall-of-Famer's check on Lindros knocked the Philadelphia Flyers' big-man out cold before he hit the ice. The hit on Kariya is just as legendary. Again, the player was knocked out as the speedster tried to cross the blueline with his head down. What made Stevens more frightening was his hits were clean and done with a surgeon's precision. 3. Bobby Hull Bobby Hull played in an era when men were men. Hull was bullishly strong and could stand up for himself anywhere on the ice. While there were no radar guns, many say his shot was the hardest of all time and one legend even purports a Hull blast knocked a goalie into the net. Nicknamed the Golden Jet, he could blow by any opposing player but it was goaltenders he frightened most. Without masks, it was a good thing pads were brown when he wound up. 2. Gordie Howe Though Gordie Howe was regarded as the NHL's best player, he was a scary sight for opposing players. His longevity, combined with skill, placed him as the NHL's all time scorer until Wayne Gretzky came along. However, unlike the Great One, Howe was known for mixing it up, throwing elbows, using his stick to spear and cross check and knock players to the wall. If nothing else, knowing a Gordie Howe hat-trick involves a fight says enough. 1. Al Macinnis Wonder why Al MacInnis? He wasn't known for crunching checks or fighting, or even getting many penalty minutes. However, his shot scared everyone. MacInnis broke the hand of Chris Osgood, the glove/finger of Jocelyn Thibault, arena boards and almost removed the man-zone of teammate Rich Parent (ruptured testicle). Grant Fuhr once said, "As a goalie you're not supposed to be scared of anything. The only thing I'm scared of is Al MacInnis' shot."
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See how Hillary Clinton defends paid parental leave and stands up for Planned Parenthood.
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Tom Foreman on the podium order and the rules that each of the five candidates will have to abide by.
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Nixing bad habits now can help you live a healthier life down the road. Turn your health around Want look and feel young into your 40s and beyond? Now's the time to hit the refresh button. "When you're in your 20s and 30s, you have forever"--or so you think, explains Heather Provino, CEO of the workplace wellness company Provant Health Solutions Inc., in East Greenwich, R.I. But health and lifestyle errors can sneak up on you in midlife and, next thing you know, a routine checkup finds your blood pressure's up or your blood sugar's out of whack. "If you're not using 40 as that check-in point and that turnout time, those issues will start compounding," leading to chronic conditions, like heart disease and diabetes, says Provino, an exercise physiologist and sports psychologist. Here are some common mishaps and tips to get you back on track. Being addicted to your mobile phone Are digital devices making us sick? A 2011 Harvard review links prolonged television viewing with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and all-cause mortality. More recently, researchers at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston found that blue light --the kind emitted by tablets, cell phone, e-readers and other devices--disrupts the body's natural circadian rhythms, making it harder to get a good night's rest. "We're creating a generation of sedentary behavior that wasn't natural, say, even 20 years ago," Provino cautions. Tip: Take a 10-minute standing break every hour that you're using your screens. Not making sleep a priority Like your cell phone, your body and brain need time to reboot and recharge. Adults 18 to 64 require about 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night. Skimping on shuteye does a number to your health, including raising your risk of hypertension, stroke, and obesity. It may also be a factor in depression , and there's evidence that being sleep deprived promotes biological aging , making you look older than you are. Tip: Create a relaxing bedtime ritual--no cell phones in bed, please--with these 7 tips for your best sleep ever . Failing to floss A good flossing regimen sweeps away sticky, germy plaque that can build up on teeth and under the gum line like cement. If you don't get rid of it, it can ruin your smile. Gum disease typically appears when people are in their 30s or 40s, and men are more likely develop it than women, says the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. Studies also suggest that diseased gums may be harbinger of heart problems. Tip: If stringing floss around your pearly whites is a nuisance, try one of the many " interdental " picks, sticks, brushes, or water flossers on the market. RELATED: 20 Mistakes You're Making With Your Teeth Skipping meals Daytime fasting may seem like the perfect dieting hack. Wrong: You're more likely to overeat or splurge on junk food later in the day. Over time, missing meals can muck with your metabolism, setting you up for type 2 diabetes. Nearly two-thirds of adults with diabetes get diagnosed between ages 40 and 64. Tip : Katharine Taber, MD, a board-certified gynecologist and director of the Women's Wellness Center at LifeBridge Health, based in Baltimore, urges patients to kick off the day with a healthy breakfast. "A, it helps with weight loss; B it gives you more energy and concentration throughout the day," she says. Ignoring health warning signs A wincing pain? A peculiar discharge? When your body offers clues that something's amiss, pay attention. Identifying health problems as early as possible often makes them more treatable. "The number of women who won't tell you they found a breast lump is astounding," Dr. Taber says."They just want to know if you (the OB/GYN) feel it." Many patients are afraid, embarrassed, or think they may be wrong, she explains. Tip: Prepare a list of questions and concerns to share with your doctor before your visit. Sneaking a cigarette (or two) Attention tobacco cheaters: If you're stealing away for a smoke, you're a smoker, and that raises your risk for heart disease, lung cancer, stroke, and other nasty conditions. Snuffing out your cigarette habit before age 40 slashes the chance of premature death from smoking-related diseases by 90%. Quitting in your mid-40s to early 50s lowers your risk by two-thirds. In other words, you can reverse much of the damage to your body. Tip: Visit Smokefree.gov for advice and free resources on breaking the nicotine addiction. Eating too much sodium Sodium has a stealthy way of holing up in people's diets even when they're not tipping the saltshaker. It's in bread, processed meats, soup, cheese, sauces and dressings, among other staples. Most people consume more sodium than their bodies require. The daily recommended max is about half a teaspoon. Too much of it can cause hypertension, a major cause of heart attack and stroke. Tip: Read packaged food labels carefully and stay under 2,300 mg a day (1,500 if you have high blood pressure). RELATED: 16 Salt-Free Flavor Boosters Being dehydrated all the time Water nourishes every cell and organ in your body, including your skin. It's even more important to stay properly hydrated as you age because older adults may lose some of their sense of thirst . Indulging in a morning cup of joe or afternoon soda-pop counts toward your daily water intake , but straight-up water is better because it's caffeine- and sugar-free. Tip: If you pee is dark yellow, it may be a sign that you need to boost your H2O intake. (It should be clear or light yellow). Watch the video: Health Benefits of Drinking Water Avoiding dairy products Women who shirk dairy to shave calories from their diets or ward off gas and bloating aren't doing their skeletons any favors. "Calcium intake in the 20s and 30s is really, really important for preservation of bone health," says Lisa Larkin, MD, director of the University of Cincinnati Women's Health Center. "Peak bone mass is achieved at about age 30, and it starts to decline after that," she says. Tip: If you're not consuming 1,000 mg of calcium a day through various food sources, consider taking a calcium supplement, Dr. Larkin advises. Lying to your doctor People lie, and doctors know it. In one survey, 77% of health professionals said at least one in four patients omit facts or lie about their health ; 28% believe half or more withhold the truth. Since health issues become more prevalent as we age, even little white lies may pose a danger to your health. Tip: Come clean: "Physicians can only address what they know about," says Dr. Larkin. Skipping the weight room A well-rounded exercise regimen wouldn't be complete without strength training. It can help you tone muscle, boost metabolism, and build strong bones. Research shows it improves flexibility, balance, and aerobic capacity, too. These fitness benefits become even more crucial as we age. Roughly half of all women 50 and older suffer hip, wrist, or spine fractures in their lifetime, but bone-building strength exercises can lower the risk of brittle-bone disease. Tip: Incorporate free weights, weight machines, elastic bands, or resistance training using your own body weight (think push-ups and squats) into your fitness routine. Not having sex With young children and work obligations, sex often gets pushed aside in your 30s. But as the kids get older, sex should move back up your priority list, notes Dr. Taber. Maintaining a healthy sex life, even as you enter middle age, is an important part of intimacy. "It's harder to reinstitute a healthy sex life once you're neglected it," she says. Tip: Talk to your doctor if sexual intercourse is uncomfortable there are treatments available, adds Dr. Larkin. You should also read up on these 10 ways to deal with painful sex. Sunbathing Laying out in the sun or using tanning beds exposes skin to damaging ultraviolet radiation that prematurely ages the skin and greatly boosts skin cancer risk, including melanoma, the deadliest form of the disease. Using sunscreen and protective clothing can help. "It doesn't erase the damage from the past, but it's protective going forward, just like stopping smoking," says Ronald Brancaccio, MD, director of The Skin Institute of New York and clinical professor of dermatology at New York University School of Medicine. Tip: Crave a sun-kissed glow? Fake it by applying a cosmetic bronzer. Here's how to do it in four steps . Sipping sweet drinks You probably already know that drinking soda and other sugary beverages is a surefire way to pack on pounds. But if you think you're doing the right thing by swapping sugar-sweetened soft drinks for artificially sweetened versions, think again. The latest research suggests drinking diet soda is associated with weight gain, insulin resistance, and diabetes. A Tufts University study found women who drink cola--diet or regular--had lower bone mineral density . "You're actually pulling nutrients out of the body," says Monique Richard, RDN, owner of Nutrition-In-Sight, in Johnson City, Tenn. (Here's a rundown of all the reasons you need to ditch diet soda .) Tip: Follow this guide to squash your soda habit for good. Eating too much processed food Grabbing a bag of chips before hitting the gym is not the optimal way to fuel your body. Over time, all that sugar, fat, and sodium--the secret to making processed foods tasty--can do a number on your waistline and your health. Replacing a diet packed with microwave meals, snacks, and processed meats with whole grains, fresh produce, and lean meats is the way to go. "It's very convenient to go through a drive-through, but it's also pretty convenient to boil some water and put it in some oatmeal," Richard reasons. Tip: Pack your fridge and pantry with the 20 foods you should always have in your kitchen . Bingeing on alcohol Most of us know that consuming excessive amounts of alcohol is toxic to the body. "It's dehydrating, and it's a process that your body can't get over as quickly, especially as you get older," Richard says. Moderation is the key: no more than one drink per day for women and two for men. Tip: One serving means a 5-ounce glass of wine, a 12-ounce beer, or a shot of distilled spirits. Here's how to pour a perfect serving of wine . Failing to discuss family health history Like it or not, your genes matter. If, in your 30s, your physician doesn't know there's a history of breast or ovarian cancer in your family, she may not order the appropriate screening and surveillance tests to help identify problems early on, when they're more treatable. Tip: Learn your family's medical history and share it at your next appointment. "That will impact recommendations from your physician," Dr. Larkin says. Not making time for preventive care Women in their 30s "don't really take the time to take care of themselves, and so stuff gets missed," says Dr. Larkin. So, if you're not monitoring your cholesterol, you could be setting yourself up for heart disease in your 40s and 50s. And if you're putting off annual pelvic exams, routine pap tests, and clinical breast exams, you could be missing early signs of cancer. Tip: Taking preventive measures as a young adult can make a huge difference in your wellbeing as you get older. Stay on top of the 19 medical tests everyone needs . Skipping recommended vaccines Kids aren't the only ones who need their shots. A half-dozen or so immunizations and boosters--including vaccines that protect against influenza and chicken pox--are recommended for adults . Many others may be appropriate depending on a person's risk factors and vaccine history. About 50,000 adults die every year from vaccine-preventable diseases . Tip: Getting vaccinated protects yourself and reduces your risk of getting sick and spreading the disease to others.
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Pitt's defense has been nothing short of dominant thus far in 2015 under first-year head coach Pat Narduzzi. Watch the great defensive plays from a Panther defense that is 1st in the nation in sacks per game and 7th in total defense.
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Make sure your home doesn't look like everyone else's by using some DIY know-how and hacks like these and even more at IKEAhackers.net . 1. Coffee Table Hack Want to buy a mid-century style table? Be prepared to shell out lots of dough unless you're willing to go the DIY route. To pull off this easy hack from Triple Max Tons , all you need is a LACK coffee table and tapered legs from eBay (if the legs don't come with top plates, you can buy straight or angled as they are in this hack at Loews ). Unscrew the old legs, install the tapered legs and top plates about an inch from the corners, and voila ! Charming, fancy looking table at a reasonable price. 2. Bar Cart Hack Bar carts are all the rage at the moment, and, like a nice mid-century coffee table, they can be really expensive. But all this hack from Blush and Jelly of the BYGEL utility cart (a mere $24.99) requires is some gold spray paint. Assemble the frame; spray it gold, waiting about 20 minutes between coats; let dry overnight, and add the remaining pieces. If you want to get even fancier, you can add a stemware rack, like this one from Bed Bath and Beyond. 3. Dresser Upgrade Upgrading IKEA's TARVA dresser is as easy as adding a few coats of paint and swapping out the hardware. Refinery29 has a tutorial. 4. Storage to Litter Box Let's face it: Litter boxes are gross, even if they have covers on them. This elegant hack of IKEA's EXPEDIT shelving serves both as storage and as a hiding spot where kitty can do his business. A little mat in the entryway keeps litter from getting tracked on the floor. 5. DIY Standing Desk Virginia Woolf did it. Ernest Hemingway did it. Now you, too, can have a standing desk without breaking the bank. (And if those celebrity endorsements aren't enough for you, consider this: Science says sitting too much is bad for you .) This hack requires an EXPEDIT storage system, CAPITA legs, and a VIKA AMON table top. 6. Window Herb Garden So what if you don't have a backyard, or you're too lazy for a real garden! You can still grow fresh herbs by employing this elegant solution . All you need is IKEA's ORE shower curtain rod, FINTORP pots, GRUNDTAL S hooks, and some spray paint. 7. Side Table Transform IKEA's $30 PS2012 side table into a classy-looking statement piece by following this tutorial . 8. Lamp Hack Get beachy by tying driftwood around IKEA's HEMMA or JANUARI lamp bases. To make the base blend in, you can paint it beige-gray. 9. Mini Cork Board Turn IKEA's plain HEAT pot stands into fabric covered cork boards by breaking out your hot glue gun and following this simple tutorial . 10. Arcade This ambitious DIYer used a BILLY bookshelf (with substantial additions) to build an IKEA arcade game. Based on the tutorial , it wasn't easy but it is awesome. 11. Bookshelf To make this fun little shelf , you'll need to buy an IKEA STATLIG board, an EKBY BJARNUM shelf holder, and some paracord and steel washers. 12. Doggy Food Bar Is your dog a slob? Consider building this food station out of a FAKTUM kitchen cabinet, HARLIG door, and PATRULL cabinet lock. It serves as both a mess-proof eating station and a storage area for the pooch's stuff. 13. Rast Hack One super-hackable IKEA item is the RAST dresser . This hacker combined two RASTs into one big dresser, then painted it and added new hardware for a truly custom finish. 14. Rast This hack made three RAST dressers (two for the piece itself, and one for extra parts) uses metallic paint and a stainless steel sheet for an industrial look. 15. Wall-Mounted Charging Station To charge your gadgets in one place, follow this hack , which cleverly uses three FORHOJA boxes to create a wall-mounted charging station that isn't an eyesore. 16. Ice Chest T his hack turns IKEA's TARVA dresser into a cool looking cooler, for yourself. 17. Another Bar Where the bar cart hack was simple, this BESTA hack (which also uses an Inreda mirrored glass shelf insert and Inreda shelves) is more complex and pretty impressive. 18. Cocktail Ottoman This hacker used fabric, batting, and spray paint to transform a VITTSJO nesting table into a beautiful ottoman. 19. Hamster Home There are a number of ways to hack IKEA furniture for your pets some of which we've already featured but few are as cool as this elaborate hamster habitat made out of the 5x5 EXPEDIT. 20. Hidden Bookcase Door Take the idea of a fort one step further by creating your very own hidden door. This hacker used two BILLY bookcases to get the job done.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Two people suspected of critically injuring a man outside Dodger Stadium are believed to be a mother and son, Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck said. Police declined to discuss what precipitated the fight on Friday night, but Beck said Tuesday that detectives were reviewing video that captured the assault in hopes of tracking the pair down. Police described the mother as being in her 40s or 50s, and her son as being between 25 and 30. The man injured in the fight, who was taken to the hospital in critical condition, was in serious but stable condition Tuesday. Detectives began interviewing him Tuesday for more details about what happened, and they will be speaking to him again, Officer Mike Lopez said. The fight happened in a stadium parking lot after the Dodgers lost the opening game of the National League Division Series to the New York Mets, 3-1. It began with an argument and quickly escalated into violence, police said. Beck declined to discuss whether the injured man and the suspects knew each other, or whether they were rooting for opposing teams. Beck called the assault very unusual, saying that stadium security has been significantly enhanced since a 2011 beating that left San Francisco Giants fan Bryan Stow with brain damage. "Anyone who goes to games now sees uniformed officers inside the venue as well as outside the venue, particularly for championship games or key rivalries," Beck said. "But it is a big facility, and you can't be everywhere all the time." Beck urged anyone who saw or recorded the incident to contact police. Should the Mets return to Los Angeles for a Game 5 on Thursday, Beck said police will have a strong presence at the stadium, "particularly with the tensions between the two teams right now, and the fans obviously." "There's been a significant amount of rivalry here -- a lot at stake," he said. Police said fan expulsions were higher than usual at Friday's game, though they didn't have specific figures. Dodger spokesman Steve Brener said Tuesday that the team had no comment. Security at Dodger Stadium came under national scrutiny after a 2011 attack in the parking lot on opening day left Stow with brain damage. Two men -- Marvin Norwood and Louie Sanchez -- pleaded guilty in the beating and went to prison. Stow sued the Dodgers and their former owner Frank McCourt, blaming them for the attack because of insufficient security and lighting. A jury faulted the team, along with Sanchez and Norwood, and awarded Stow nearly $18 million after a six-week trial in 2014.
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Donald Trump accused Jeb Bush's campaign of planting a young woman in the audience at a New Hampshire event on Monday in order to embarrass the GOP frontrunner with questions about his record on women's issues. "The arrogant young woman who questioned me in such a nasty fashion at No Labels yesterday was a Jeb staffer!" Trump tweeted on Tuesday morning. "How can Jeb Bush expect to deal with China, Russia + Iran if he gets caught doing a "plant" during my speech yesterday in NH?" Trump added. The Bush campaign admitted that the female audience member, identified by a conservative website as Lauren Batchelder, had volunteered at events in New Hampshire for the former Florida governor, but pointed out she had never been a paid member of staff. It also denied the accusation she was a plant, saying Batchelder spoke for herself and that her question was not sanctioned by the campaign. "Like many in NH, Lauren is a student at St. A's [St. Anselm College] who is passionate about and active in politics and attended this event on her own accord," Bush campaign spokeswoman Allie Brandenburger wrote in an email. "While this question was not sanctioned by the campaign, we can't help but notice Mr. Trump does seem to be very sensitive about being challenged by women." Batchelder angered Trump at his New Hampshire campaign event Monday evening when she accused him of being unfriendly to women. "So, maybe I'm wrong, maybe you can prove me wrong," she said, "but I don't think you're a friend to women." "I knew I shouldn't have picked her," Trump responded, adding: "I respect women, I love women, I cherish women." Trump described how he had put a woman "in charge of the building of Trump Tower many years ago, before anybody would have even thought of it." During Trump's response, Batchelder remained standing, arms crossed, and when the billionaire finished talking she continued her attack on his record on women's issues. "I want to get paid the same as a man... so if you become president will a woman make the same as a man, and do I get to choose what I do with my body?" Batchelder asked. Trump replied that she would get paid the same as a man if she did as good a job, and he added that he was "pro-life."
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The market selloff in the third quarter was indeed the correction investors were waiting on. And while there may be some sporadic selling in the next few months, the worst is likely over, said John Taft, CEO of RBC Wealth Management. 'There are losses, unrealized in many cases in client portfolios, and any good financial advisor is going to sit down and talk to their client about harvesting losses. That's going to happen over the next 30 to 60 days so it could suppress the market for a while, but that will be temporary,' said Taft, adding that he prefers high quality, dividend yielding stocks. In Taft's view, the U.S. market should ultimately resume its bull run as the domestic economy continues to grow - albeit at a modest pace - and corporate earnings improve. According to Taft, long-term investors should stay the course and look for opportunities if volatility persists because investors tend to obsess about collapses during short-lived rocky market patches. Currently, he sees the best opportunities in investment grade corporate bonds where credit spreads are at levels not seen since before the 2013 'taper tantrum'.
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The smoke proverbial or otherwise has yet to clear from the Volkswagen diesel emissions scandal. But already they're negotiating over the book and even the movie rights to tell the story of the biggest debacle in the company's post-war history. The news revolves around Jack Ewing ( no relation ), European economics correspondent for the International New York Times . Ewing is preparing to write a book about the VW scandal. He's already sold the publishing rights to the as-yet untitled project to publishing house WW Norton & Company for a reported six-figure sum. Now movie producers are stepping in to buy the film rights to turn that book into a movie once it's finished. Paramount Pictures and Leonardo DiCaprio's production Appian Way have reportedly already acquired the movie rights. It remains unclear at this point, however, whether DiCaprio might act in the film as well as help produce it. His studio Appian Way produced several films in which Leo has starred in recent years, including The Aviator , Shutter Island , and The Wolf of Wall Street but has also produced many movies without him. Of course, this isn't the first time DiCaprio has appeared on these pages. A longtime proponent of clean transportation, he was among the first Hollywood celebrities to drive a Prius, inspired the creation of the Fisker Karma, and partnered with Venturi to launch a Formula E electric racing team. It'd take some magic transformation to make DiCaprio look like Martin Winterkorn, or really any of the senior executives at Volkswagen. But whatever his involvement, we think The Wolf of Wolfsburg has a nice ring to it. Then again, so does Rolling Coal . Follow MSN Autos on Facebook
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COLUMBIA, S.C. Steve Spurrier said Tuesday that he made the decision to resign as South Carolina's head coach because the team was heading in the wrong direction. "We've slipped. It's my fault. I'm the head coach," he told a news conference. Spurrier said he started really thinking about resigning Sunday morning, spoke to South Carolina athletics director Ray Tanner that afternoon and told his team on Monday night that he was stepping down, effective immediately. Spurrier said he felt he needed to step down now because he doesn't believe there is accountability with players if they know the coach won't be back next year. He also said he was a recruiting liability. He had never had a losing season in 25 previous seasons coach at Duke (1987-89), Florida (1990-2001) or South Carolina, where he has been since 2005. South Carolina President Harris Pastides said he asked the coach to stay through the rest of the season, but Spurrier declined. Spurrier said it's "time for me to get out of the way and let someone else have a go at it. ... I was the best coach for this job 11 years ago, but I'm not today." The Gamecocks are 2-4 and 0-4 in the Southeastern Conference for the first time in Spurrier's 23 seasons coaching in the league at Florida and South Carolina. Interim head coach Shawn Elliott said his job was to help the team move forward. "Our team is not in shambles, as some might say," he said after Spurrier left the podium. "Not sure the change is what they've needed but the change is what they've got. Going to do everything we can to make the University of South Carolina proud of this football program." Spurrier was in the middle of his 11th season at South Carolina and while the Gamecocks are struggling, university officials praised his accomplishments and impact he has had on the football program. Spurrier considered leaving last December after the Gamecocks went 6-6 in the regular season. But the team beat Miami in the Independence Bowl, a victory that seemed to re-energize him. He said this summer he planned to coach two or three more years, then extended that to four or five years when several recruits who had committed to South Carolina backed away before signing day in February. Then in July, Spurrier held a defiant news conference, telling Gamecocks fans not to listen to "enemies" questioning his commitment level, or implying he could no longer effectively coach at his age. "We haven't lost it," Spurrier said in the summer. "We've got a dang good team." But things have quickly spiraled downward this season. The Gamecocks lost to Kentucky at home in the season's second week, then were blown out by SEC Eastern Division rival Georgia, 52-20, a week later. Losses at Missouri and No. 6 LSU last week guaranteed Spurrier no better than a break-even season. Spurrier had never had a losing season in 25 previous seasons coaching in college at Duke (1987-89), Florida (1990-2001) and South Carolina. South Carolina's inconsistency on offense this season has surely frustrated Spurrier, a Heisman Trophy winning quarterback at Florida who played for San Francisco and Tampa Bay in the NFL. After beginning his coaching career in the USFL, and leading Duke, he returned to the Swamp and took the Gators to a national championship with a high-flying, Fun-n-Gun attack. The Gamecocks are 11th in total offense in the SEC, averaging 341 yards a game. The high-water mark of Spurrier's 11 seasons at South Carolina was from 2011-13. The Gamecocks went 11-2 each season, led by quarterback Connor Shaw and top NFL draft picks like defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, receiver Alshon Jeffery and running back Marcus Lattimore. The Gamecocks have used three starting quarterbacks through the first half of this season, including former walk-on Perry Orth and true freshman in Lorenzo Nunez. South Carolina plays at home against Vanderbilt (2-3, 0-2) on Saturday. Spurrier is the winningest coach ever at South Carolina and Florida. During his tenure at Florida he led the Gators to six SEC titles and a national championship before leaving his alma mater to see what he could do in the NFL. After two losing seasons with the Washington Redskins he returned to the SEC with South Carolina in 2005 and turned the perennially mediocre Gamecocks into championship contenders. Spurrier, who was 35-21 with the USFL's Tampa Bay Bandits from 1983-85, started his college head coaching career at Duke. He has a 228-89-2 career record with the Blue Devils, Gators and Gamecocks. ___ AP College Football: www.collegefootball.ap.org
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A look at quirky World Cup fans. A look at quirky World Cup fans. United States of America v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B Japan fan poses before the Japan match against the United States of America during the IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 in Kingsholm, Gloucester, England, October 11, 2015. Reuters / Eddie Keogh Livepic France v Ireland - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D Fans at the France vs Ireland match at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, October 11, 2015. Reuters / Toby Melville Livepic United States of America v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B USA fans at the United States of America vs Japan match, Kingsholm, Gloucester, England, October 11, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew BoyersLivepic United States of America v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B USA fan poses before the United States of America vs Japan match in Kingsholm, Gloucester, England, October 11, 2015. Reuters / Eddie KeoghLivepic United States of America v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B Fans outside the ground before the United States of America vs Japan match in Kingsholm, Gloucester, England, October 11, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew Boyers Livepic United States of America v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B A Japan fan outside the ground before the United States of America vs Japan match in Kingsholm, Gloucester, England, October 11, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew Boyers Livepic South Africa v United States of America - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B USA fan at the South Africa vs United States of America match at the Olympic Stadium in London, England, October 7, 2015. Reuters / Toby MelvilleLivepic Ireland v Italy - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D Ireland fan during the Ireland vs Italy match at the Olympic Stadium in London, England, October 4, 2015.Action Images via Reuters / Peter Cziborra Livepic France v Ireland - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D France fans outside the ground before the France vs Ireland match in the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, October 11, 2015. Reuters / Toby Melville Livepic Italy v Romania - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D Romania fan at the Italy vs Romania match at Sandy Park in Exeter, England, October 11, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew CouldridgeLivepic Australia v Wales - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool A Wales fans hold up a banner before the Australia vs Wales game at the Twickenham Stadium in London, England, October 10, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew CouldridgeLivepic South Africa v United States of America - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B South Africa fan before the South Africa vs United States of America game at the Olympic Stadium in London, England, October 7, 2015. Reuters / Dylan MartinezLivepic France v Ireland - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D France fan outside the ground before the France vs Ireland match at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, October 11,2015. Action Images via Reuters / Henry BrowneLivepic South Africa v United States of America - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B US fans before the South Africa vs United States of America game at the Olympic Stadium in London, England, October 7, 2015. Reuters / Dylan Martinez Livepic Canada v Romania - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D Canada fan poses outside the stadium before the Canada vs Romania match at the Leicester City Stadium in Leicester, England, October 6, 2015.Action Images via Reuters / Peter Cziborra Livepic Ireland v Italy - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D Ireland fan poses during the Ireland vs Italy match at the Olympic Stadium in London, England, October 4, 2015.Reuters / Eddie Keogh Livepic Samoa v Scotland - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B Scotland fans pose for a photo before the Samoa vs Scotland game at St James' Park, Newcastle, England, October 10, 2015. Reuters / Russell Cheyne Livepic Scotland v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B Japan fan poses before the Scotland vs Japan game in Kingsholm, Gloucester, England, September 23, 2015.Reuters / Eddie KeoghLivepic Samoa v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B Japan fan poses before the Samoa vs Japan game at the Stadium MK in Milton Keynes, England, October 3, 2015.Action Images via Reuters / Andrew BoyersLivepic Samoa v Japan - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool B A Japan fan with his body painted before the Samoa vs Japan game at the Stadium MK in Milton Keynes, England, October 3, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew Boyers Livepic New Zealand v Georgia - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool C Fan wearing fancy dress at the New Zealand vs Georgia match at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, October 2, 2015. Reuters / Rebecca NadenLivepic France v Italy - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D France fans before the France vs Italy match at the Twickenham Stadium in London, England, September 19, 2015. Reuters / Russell CheyneLivepic Australia v Wales - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool A Fans in fancy dress before the Australia vs Wales game at the Twickenham Stadium in London, England, October 10, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew CouldridgeLivepic France v Italy - IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Pool D Italy fan before the France vs Italy match at the Twickenham Stadium in London, England, September 19, 2015. Action Images via Reuters / Andrew CouldridgeLivepic
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We already know what makes a good girlfriend . . . but what makes a good boyfriend ? It's a question for the ages, really. I asked guy friends, random dudes on social platforms, and, ah, last but not least, my boyfriend, in all his great boyfriend glory - what, specifically, makes an amazing male partner. The answers ranged from classic to thoughtful to downright adorable. Check it out. A good boyfriend respects his girlfriend. He surprises her with flowers . He always asks her how her day was. He's never too jealous (just a little bit, so she knows he values her). He communicates all the time. He's there for her, even when it's inconvenient. He lets her see his silliest self. He keeps the relationship interesting . He knows they're equals. He pushes her out of her comfort zone. He's humble. He watches movies with her (including romance films ). He keeps the idea of marriage in mind. He trusts her no matter what. He doesn't try to change her opinions. He carves out time for her. He doesn't worry about being "whipped." He's loyal. He gives her space when she needs it. He remembers her birthday. He tells her she's beautiful. He's careful with his words. He tries his best to get along with her friends. He's affectionate. He listens to her. He puts her needs above his. He helps her grow personally. He's openminded. He treats her like they had just met. He's her friend as much as her boyfriend. He makes her laugh. He loves her wholly.
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Jennifer Lawrence blames herself for not getting paid as much as her male co-stars, and challenges herself and other women to not be afraid to speak their mind and negotiate.
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For a trek that will take you past Europe's most iconic scenery, head out on one of these spectacular hiking routes. Europe's 10 Most Epic Hiking Trails For a trek that will take you past Europe's most iconic scenery, head out on one of these spectacular hiking routes. West Highland Way Where: Scotland Length: 96 miles Scotland's premier long-distance hiking trail starts in Milngavie, about 30 minutes from Glasgow Airport, and heads north through the highlands to Fort William on the shores of Loch Linnhe, one of the country's longest sea lochs. The West Highland Way, or Slighe na Gàidhealtachd an Iar in Scottish Gaelic, follows 18th-century military roads and ancient footpaths through some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery the pastoral Loch Lomond, the desolately beautiful swamps of Rannoch Moor, and the Devil's Staircase through the rocky ridge known as Aonach Eagach before ending near the base of the highest mountain in the British Isles, 4,409-foot Ben Nevis. Insider Tip: At the end of the hike in Fort William, a historic steam train called The Jacobite otherwise known as the Hogwarts Express Train for its role in the Harry Potter films transports guests in old fashioned splendor to the ferry town of Mallaig and back, an 84-mile, startlingly scenic round trip. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Scotland Guide Alta Via 1 (Dolomite High Route) Where: Italy Length: 93 miles Weaving through the dramatic Dolomites mountain range, Alta Via 1 is like a "greatest hits" nature tour of northeastern Italy. The rugged trail guides hikers from high-altitude World War I battlefields to towering limestone cliffs, past pristine alpine lakes, vast meadows, and craggy 10,000-foot peaks. The Dolomites may not be the tallest or the most famous mountains in Western Europe, but they are widely considered the most charismatic for their unique geology and photogenic rock formations, and the entire area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site . Alta Via 1 is a backpacker's dreams, lined with rifugios, or huts, that provide home-cooked meals and a clean bed. Insider Tip: This hike is best done July through September, when the route is free of snow. If possible, avoid August, the Italian summer holiday month, when the path is the most crowded. Dolomite Mountains , a reputable local tour outfitter, can assist with rifugio recommendations and reservations. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Dolomites Guide Tour du Mont Blanc Where: France Length: 105 miles Mount Blanc, the highest mountain in the European Union, has long lured adventurers, not only to its summit, but also to its magnificent valleys that extend into France, Switzerland, and Italy. In that spirit, the Tour du Mont Blanc trail circumnavigates the 15,781-foot massif, crossing through all three countries en route. The trail typically begins and ends in Chamonix, France, and passes through several picturesque alpine villages including Courmayeur, Italy. No camping required stay in accommodations ranging from high-end resorts to dormitory-style hostels along the way. Insider Tip: The standard route has many variations, depending on your fitness level and sightseeing interests. Consult autourdumontblanc.com to plan your trip. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's France Guide Kungsleden Where: Sweden Length: 270 miles Located in the extreme north of Sweden, Kungsleden (The King's Trail) bisects one of Western Europe's largest remaining wilderness areas. Used by hikers in the summer, and cross-country skiers in the winter, Kungsleden serves up an Arctic dreamscape of glaciers, tundra, and birch forests, as well as 6,909-foot Mount Kebnekaise Sweden's highest peak. The long-distance route naturally divides into four one-week segments, making it accessible for even those with limited time. Insider Tip: Camping is permitted along the entire length of the trail. Plus, the Swedish Tourist Association constructed and maintains 21 rustic huts on the route with basic amenities for sleeping and cooking, as well as campsites. Some huts also have small general stores. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Sweden Guide Laugavegurinn Where: Iceland Length: 34 miles The name translates as the "Hot Spring Route," but Laugavegurinn is so much more. Expansive glaciers, active volcanoes, emerald green valleys, and technicolor mountains are also in play along Iceland's most storied footpath. In fact, the diverse landscape seems to drastically change every few miles, part of the remote island's fairytale appeal. Six huts en route make camping easy, and backpacking highly efficient. Insider Tip: This trail is also referred to as Laugavegur, named after the main artery in the capital city of Reykjavik a local joke regarding the popularity of the trail. Rest assured that the Icelandic perception of heavy traffic does not necessarily reflect reality. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Iceland Guide Bernese Overland trails Where: Switzerland Length: varies A network of seemingly infinite trails in the Bernese Oberland (Bernese Highlands) area of Switzerland, these pastoral paths are some of Europe's most lauded. The trails traverse the vibrant green foothills of the Swiss Alps, encircling the stark granite peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Expect to see waterfalls, glacier-carved mountains, wildflower meadows, and what very well may be the happiest and handsomest cows on earth. Hikers base out of one of the region's idyllic alpine villages, like Mürren and Grindelwald, and do a series of day hikes, or link the trails together for multi-day expeditions. Insider Tip: The DIY options for hiking in the Bernese Oberland are endless, and considering that hiking is a national pastime in Switzerland, any local makes an excellent resource. If you're looking for more structure, or a guide, try one of trekking specialist Ryder-Walker's multi-day itineraries . Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Berner Oberland Guide Slovenian Mountain Trail Where: Slovenia Length: 310 miles Since 1953, the Slovenian Mountain Trail has linked Slovenia's vertiginous ranges: Pohorje, Julian Alps, Kamnik-Savinja Alps, and Karavanke, including Triglav the country's highest peak at 9,396 feet. Beginning in the alpine town of Maribor, the long-distance trail traces mountain ridges, peaks, and valleys, leading hikers through the Pannonian plains, across plateaus and hills, and eventually through rolling Mediterranean vineyards before ending in the coastal village of Ankaran. More than 50 huts and nearly 80 checkpoints line the well-maintained trail, not to mention two museums. Inside Tip: The Slovenian Alpine Association created a passport-type booklet for hikers to collect stamps at the checkpoints and huts en route. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Slovenia Guide El Camino del Rey Where: Spain Length: 472 miles Originally an ancient Roman trade route, and later, a Christian pilgrimage, El Camino del Rey is Spain's most famous long-distance hiking trail. There are several starting points, but the end is always Santiago de Compostela , a cathedral in northern Spain believed to hold the remains of St. James. The most scenic route, dubbed The French Way, begins in France, at the river town of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port located five miles from the Spanish border, and crosses through the mighty Pyrenees into the hilly Galician countryside. With ample accommodations, villages, and restaurants en route, hikers don't need to bring much more than a daypack. Inside Tip: For an abbreviated version, follow The English Way, named for pilgrims arriving to Spain by ship from England. Start at the seaport town of A Coruña and hike 45 miles south to the cathedral. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Spain Guide GR 20 Where: Corsica Length: 112 miles Considered the toughest of Europe's grande randonnées, or big treks, GR 20 traverses the steep mountains of the Mediterranean island of Corsica. The trail is often rocky, with one section so steep that permanent chains have been bolted into to the rock to help hikers negotiate the terrain. The payoff is the views from looking down on turquoise glacial lakes to catching glimpses of the dramatic coastline through towering spires. The trail is neatly divided into 15 segments (designed to be hiked in a day), each starting and ending with a large hut maintained by Regional Natural Park of Corsica . Insider Tip: The trail is well marked with piles of rocks, as well as red and white rectangles, which appear on trees and rocks. But because there are many offshoots and feeder paths, it's a good idea to carry a trail map. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Corsica Guide Knivskjellodden Where: Norway Length: 11.2 miles It's not the length of this hike that makes it epic, or even the terrain. It's the seclusion and the fact that you're walking to the northernmost point of mainland Europe. North Cape (Nordkapp) is mistakenly attributed that honor, but there's a remote, rocky trail to the west that goes 5.6 miles further to Cape Knivskjellodden, the actual northernmost point. Bring camping gear and plan to spend the night at Knivskjellodden to maximize your time at this iconic destination. Then walk back the next morning. Insider Tip: Unless you're planning to cross-country ski, this hike is only possible in the summer. Otherwise, the Arctic landscape is covered in snow. Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodor's Norway Guide
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Stocks closed lower Tuesday as investors weighed slight declines in oil prices and more indications of slowdown in China's economy amid key third-quarter earnings reports. "I don't think there's anything to it other than seven straight days up deserves at least one day of (pullback)," said James Meyer, chief investment officer at Tower Bridge Advisors. "I don't think we go back and retest the lows ... I think investors buy the dips." The last time the Dow Jones industrial average posted seven straight days of gains was in December last year. The major averages held lower in afternoon trade, giving up an attempt to recover from an initial sell-off on weaker-than-expected China trade data. The Nasdaq composite underperformed, with Apple a touch higher and the iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF (IBB) off more than 3 percent. "It's a lot of the same thing. It's general nervousness. There's a lot of volatility around the sector," said Paul Yook, portfolio manager at BioShares Funds. He also noted some uncertainty over where the bottom in the biotech stocks is. The IBB remains in correction territory, off more than 10 percent from its 52-week high. The Dow transports traded more than 2 percent lower, with nearly all constituents declining. "Transports (are) certainly a negative reflection on economic activity. It's hard for the market to advance with transports trailing today," said Jack Ablin, chief investment officer at BMO Private Bank. Health care and industrials were the greatest decliners in the S&P 500. Oil failed to hold an attempt to rally, with crude futures settling down 44 cents, or 0.93 percent, at $46.66 a barrel. Brent also declined to near $49.50 a barrel. Earlier, the International Energy Agency reported that global oil demand growth would slow in 2016, to 1.2 million barrels per day from 1.8 million in 2015. "The market seems to have found some equilibrium," said Art Hogan, chief market strategist at Wunderlich Securities. "Away from the economic data, and the Fedspeak, which was dovish, you got commodity prices (higher this morning)," he said. Stocks closed mildly higher Monday, holding solid gains from last week's rally. Before the opening bell, Dow futures traded more than 100 points lower, following declines in European stocks and most Asian equities. The Shanghai Composite managed to post a mild gain nearly 0.2 percent despite the weak report. "I think (the China data) is helping exacerbate the issue," said Mark Luschini, chief investment strategist at Janney Montgomery Scott. "We had a couple of earnings after the close yesterday that the market couldn't react to, maybe setting the tone for earnings season that so far hasn't been met with strong results," he said. China's dollar-denominated imports plunged by a worse-than-expected 20.4 percent in September from a year earlier, while exports slipped 3.7 percent, producing a trade surplus of $60.34 billion, official data showed on Tuesday. "I think this is not anything new for anyone," said Tom Siomades, head of Hartford Funds Investment Consulting Group. "This has been going on for months now. I think the impact is lessening to some point now. You're not getting these crazy, volatile days." The focus for investors is third-quarter earnings season, which gets underway Tuesday with Johnson & Johnson before the bell and Intel and JP Morgan Chase after the close. Johnson & Johnson reported earnings that beat but missed on revenue. Separately, the firm announced a $10 billion share repurchase. S&P 500-listed corporations are expected to post a 5.3 percent decline in third quarter 2015 earnings growth, the first third-quarter decline in six years, according to consensus data from S&P Capital IQ. However, excluding the energy sector drag of a sharp negative 65.6 percent, S&P 500 earnings growth would be 2.7 percent. Nick Raich, CEO of The Earnings Scout, noted that the first 26 S&P 500 quarterly reports showed an average growth of 10.9 percent from last year, while revenue has declined about 0.82 percent. "Earnings aren't the problem. It's the sales," he said, noting some additional pressure on stocks Tuesday from the weaker-than-expected Chinese trade data. "China data are really telling the story too that demand for foreign goods in China (is) down." The U.S. dollar traded a touch lower against major world currencies, with the euro above $1.138 and the yen at 119.82 yen against the greenback. "We're trapped in a range," John Caruso, senior market strategist at RJO Futures, said of the steady levels in currencies. "We're waiting for the next central bank (meeting)." "Central bank policy trumps everything," he said, "but we might be faced with the realization that earnings expectations are not as strong as they have been." The European Central Bank meets next week, and the Federal Reserve holds its meeting in two weeks. Federal Reserve Governor Daniel Tarullo said in a CNBC interview Tuesday afternoon that it is not appropriate to raise rates based on the current environment. Earlier, St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said in a Reuters report that conditions support a rate hike. However, he said that as a practical matter, the economic data out since the September meeting is unlikely to convince other policymakers to increase rates when the Fed meets at the end of the month. Bullard will become a voting member of the Federal Open Market Committee in January. The remarks come after mixed comments from various Fed members over the past couple of days, with centrist Dennis Lockhart reiterating the case for an interest rate lift-off this year and Lael Brainard calling for no change given downside risks. "The Fed certainly they didn't raise rates but it was a temporary pause. We are closer to a tightening cycle than a loosening cycle," said Doug Cote, chief market strategist at Voya Investment Management. Later in the day comes the Treasury budget for September, as well as a Democrat Presidential debate in the evening. In other economic news, U.S. small business confidence rose 0.2 in September to 96.1 as stock market volatility raised concerns about sales growth, the National Federation of Independent Business said Tuesday. The organization said the level was consistent with a 2.5 percent annualized growth rate. About two stocks declined for every two advancers on the New York Stock Exchange, with an exchange volume of 470 million and a composite volume of 2.2 billion as of 2:40 p.m. Gold futures settled up 90 cents at $1,165.40 an ounce. Reuters and CNBC's Katy Barnato contributed to this report. More from CNBC.com: Another troubling sign for the holidays The force is with these 'Star Wars' stocks Moonves: Content is still king
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With the early success of the 3-on-3 overtime, I think it is time to address some other NHL rules that should be changed as quickly as next season. Remove the trapezoid The trapezoid in the defensive zone was created as a rule that was essentially made to neuter Martin Brodeur. It is time for the NHL to remove it ASAP. No goalie in the league plays the puck with the same fervor as Brodeur so why keep it? It is now only there to cause players to get penalties. The only players that can play the puck similarly are Ben Bishop and maybe Steve Mason, but is that enough for them to keep it? Maybe by removing it goalies will emphasize playing the puck more. Does this then bring about the thought that goalies will receive more hits as a cause of this change? Goal counts with stick above crossbar This is obviously for the protection of the players. Regardless of this, you still get penalties often for high sticking as it is just the nature of the game. The goals that are scored from the stick above the crossbar are high-skill plays that take immense hand-eye coordination. If you want to increase scoring in the NHL, then you need to tweak the rules to allow these plays. Allow the hand pass The concern of many is that the players will begin not using their sticks and the "integrity" of the game will be lost. I obviously wouldn't want a closed hand pass because that does defeat the purpose of the game, but why can't you pat the puck to your teammate? It is another way to raise the scoring in the league without changing too much to the base rules. Simplicity and common sense should be the name of the game.
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PICKERINGTON, Ohio An Ohio church congregation ordered a pizza from Domino's during a service, then tipped the driver more than $1,000 that had been collected for the offering. The driver brought the $5.99 pizza to Sycamore Creek Church in Pickerington in suburban Columbus on Oct. 4. The Rev. Steve Markle brought her onstage and asked her the biggest tip she'd ever received. She said about $10. That's when Markle told her the teaching at the church had been about generosity so the congregation had taken up an offering for the driver. She broke into tears. The Columbus Dispatch (http://bit.ly/1LFzFf6 ) reports that the congregation was wrapping up a sermon series on "I was Broke. Now I'm Not." The church draws about 500 to 600 people each week. ___ Information from: The Columbus Dispatch, http://www.dispatch.com
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An ad urging Vice President Joe Biden to enter the 2016 presidential race is running before Tuesday night's Democratic primary debate, which Biden will not attend. The ad, sponsored by the Draft Biden super-PAC, features the vice president speaking about the strength of middle-class Americans. Biden recounts his father's decision to leave home to find work when he was a young child. "My dad never failed to remind us that a job is about a lot more than a paycheck," Biden said of his family. "It's about your dignity. It's about respect. It's about your place in the community." As images of Biden meeting with workers appear on screen, the vice president says, "You never quit on America. And you deserve a president who will never quit on you." The ad concludes with the words: "Joe, run." Draft Biden previously pulled an emotional ad that featured Biden's story of personal loss, including the deaths of his first wife and daughter. Biden did not want the ad to air, according to news reports. "Nobody has more respect for the vice president and his family than we do," Josh Alcorn, senior adviser to the group, said last week in a statement. "Obviously, we will honor his wishes." The group reportedly lined up a six-figure ad buy to run the spot before the first Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the front-runner, will appear on center stage at the CNN debate in Las Vegas. She will be flanked by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, former Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee and former Sen. Jim Webb (Va.) Biden, who spent the weekend with family at his home in Wilmington, Del., will be in Washington Tuesday attending meetings at the White House.
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Michigan's homecoming win over Northwestern initially looked like one of the tamer recruiting weekends of the fall, but that changed quickly with a few key visitors. None was bigger than Wayne (N.J.) DePaul Catholic five-star running back Kareem Walker. Not only was Walker the second-highest-ranked prospect to officially visit campus this fall ( eclipsed only by his friend and fellow New Jersey native Rashan Gary ), the No. 20 overall prospect and top running back in the nation is verbally committed to bitter rival Ohio State. The 6-foot, 208-pound Walker picked the Buckeyes during halftime of their national title win over Oregon in January, and his trip to Ann Arbor was the first public indication that he might not be fully solid to OSU. Verbal commitments are nonbinding until national letters of intent are signed in February. The Wolverines' 38-0 thrashing of No. 13 Northwestern likely helped their cause to shake up Walker's pledge. "That was definitely an impressive win," he said. "It was, basically, the I-formation and pro-style. That's really what I run in high school. That's the main set, with the two backs, two wide receivers and one tight end. I really know the plays that they were calling, and they were doing a good job of mixing it up, letting the running back run, letting the fullback run and doing play action. I really knew the offense because of what I do now." Walker's relationship with U-M sophomore defensive back Jabrill Peppers and director of player personnel Chris Partridge (both of whom came from nearby Paramus (N.J.) Catholic) also is a potential boost. Read more on Detroit Free Press . Related Stories: Future Buckeye Kareem Walker loving his Under Armour jersey presentation
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Naughty Boy at the Sony technology 'Made for Bond' featuring the RX100 IV camera event Naughty Boy thinks Beyonce is "spiritual". The producer loved working with the singer on new track 'Running' and was pleased she agreed to work with him because she didn't "need" to. He said: "Working with Beyonce is amazing. She's very spiritual. She doesn't need to feature on a Naughty Boy song, but the fact she has is just testament to her." And Beyonce isn't the only singer he has been working with, as he's very excited about an upcoming collaboration with Natasha Bedingfield. He told OK.co.uk: "I've done a song with Natasha Bedingfield from my new album. And I'm really excited about that. I love the fact that people remember her. I'm working with Keiza too for my pop album." While Naughty Boy has pop beauties queuing up to work with him, one stunning star who didn't seem in a rush to spend time with the producer is Neelam Gill. The Burberry model - who has been romantically linked with the musician's former collaborator-turned-foe Zayn Malik - left the Sony technology 'Made for Bond' featuring the RX100 IV camera event in London last night (12.10.15) shortly after he arrived and didn't seem too keen to be seen with him. An onlooker said: "Neelam wouldn't pose for pictures with Naughty Boy and made a pretty sharp exit once he came in with his pals." Other stars in attendance at the bash included 'Spectre' star Naomie Harris, actors Adam Deacon, Ralf Little and Jeremy Piven, presenters Donna Air and Paddy McGuinness, designer Giles Deacon and director Dexter Fletcher.
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Investigators confirmed Tuesday that a Russian Buk missile shot down Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 over Ukraine, but what the investigation failed to uncover is who shot the missile and why. The missile attack on the civilian Boeing 777-200, shot down in broad daylight on July 17, 2014, killed 298 passengers and crew on a flight from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur. The Dutch Safety Board let the investigation because 193 of the 298 people killed were from the Netherlands. The Dutch-led Joint Investigation Team, which is building a criminal case, said the work to determine who shot the missile and why will stretch into 2016. The team in statement said they had found it difficult to locate and get statements from witnesses. Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said the country's top priority is "tracking down and prosecuting those responsible." "It is important to continue to do everything we can to ensure that the guilty parties do not escape justice," he said. Najib Razak, Malaysia's prime minister, said the world must ensure that "those responsible are held accountable for this murderous act." The investigation, made public Tuesday, found the missile exploded like a shotgun shell just outside the cockpit, killing three crewmembers immediately before breaking off the forward section of the plane. But the report didn't specify who launched the missile or from where it had come. State Department spokesman Mark Toner said the report validated Secretary of State John Kerry's statement more than a year ago that the plane was shot down by a surface-to-air missile launched from territory controlled by Russian-backed separatists, Separatist leaders bragged "about shooting down an aircraft in the immediate aftermath of this tragic event," Toner said. Ukraine officials have also argued the missile came from Snizhne, a village under the control of Russian-backed separatists. Valentyn Nalyvaichenko, the former head of the Security Service of Ukraine at the time of the incident, who was ousted by parliament in June, told USA TODAY that his country has known for a year that Russia shot down the plane. "The international community must put more pressure on Russia for this crime," he said. "We must act to set up an international tribunal, perhaps in the Hague, to try these criminals and bring them to justice." The Russian state-controlled manufacturer of Buk missiles, Almaz-Antey, has disputed that conclusion and contends the missile came from Zaroshenske, a village under Ukrainian government control. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said the "attempt to make a biased conclusion, in essence to carry out a political order, is obvious." But Nick de Larrinaga, Europe editor for IHS Jane's Defense Weekly, said the definitive conclusion about the Buk missile stems from identification of hourglass fragments found in the wreckage that are "fairly unique" to the warhead. "The overall picture is conclusive," that a Buk missile was fired from separatist territory, said de Larrinaga, who called the Almaz-Antey statement "disinformation and propaganda." Ned Price, spokesman for the National Security Council, called the Dutch report an important milestone in the effort to hold those responsible for shooting down the plane accountable through an international investigative effort. "The report also serves to remind us of this terrible tragedy and the impact it continues to have on those left behind," Price said. Robert Latiff, a retired Air Force major general who is now a professor at the University of Notre Dame, said Russian troops would have been too disciplined to shoot down a passenger airliner, but that separatists probably lacked training in the weapons system. Latiff said he suspected "some nervous, anxious, or trigger-happy soldier was at fault." The report did reveal what may have been an agonizing last few minutes for the passengers. The explosion caused a "deafening noise," the report said. The plane's decompression, slowing down while breaking up, and then speeding up as it fell to the ground, "may have caused dizziness, nausea and loss of consciousness" among the passengers. The temperature outside the plane was 40 degrees below zero. The powerful airflow from the plane's speed as it descended apparently tore the clothes off some passengers. "It cannot be ruled out that some occupants remained conscious for some time during the one to one and a half minutes for which the crash lasted," the report said. Contributing:The Associated Press
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CHICAGO (AP) St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina is out of the lineup for Game 4 of the NL Division Series because of weakness in his left thumb. Molina winced on a swing-and-miss in the fourth inning of Monday night's 8-6 loss to the Cubs, and then was checked by a trainer and manager Mike Matheny. The seven-time All-Star was removed for a pinch hitter in the sixth. Molina missed the last part of the regular season due to a strained ligament in his thumb. He is 1 for 8 with two strikeouts in the series. The Cubs also are missing a key player. Shortstop Addison Russell is out of the lineup after he left Game 3 with tightness in his left hamstring. Chicago leads 2-1 in the best-of-series. Tony Cruz got the start at catcher for the Cardinals on Tuesday, and Javier Baez is at shortstop for the Cubs.
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Ben Affleck unwittingly became the face of one of the biggest celebrity scandals of the summer after reports claimed he got too close to his kids' nanny. It was a tough pill to swallow, especially since fans were still reeling from Ben and Jennifer Garner 's decision to end their marriage after 10 years and three adorable children together. His camp adamantly denied that anything romantic went on between the Oscar winner and their now- former nanny Christine Ouzounian , who's more than a decade younger than Jen but bitter pills leave behind a bitter taste.
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This should send that stock price rocketing. A few months ago we saw a single picture of a car that was described to us as the Ferrari F12 GTO, but we had no details, only rumors. Now, we have those details, and the car looks spectacular. The car is actually called the F12tdf, or Tour de France, an homage to classic Ferraris of the same name. Unlike those cars, this one has a touch more power than probably all previous Tour de Frances combined. Ferrari says that the F12tdf has 770 horsepower and 521 pound-feet of torque from its massaged 6.2 liter V12. It also a revised gearbox that has faster upshifts and downshifts and shorter gearing, which means that it will accelerate quicker. How much quicker? It can hit 60 in just 2.9 seconds and 125 in less that eight seconds, which is all sorts of ridiculous. Top speed is 211 MPH. They've also changed the body and suspension to match. It has something called a "virtual short wheelbase," which is a fancy way of saying it has very smart rear wheel steering. The body is also substantially massaged to have the best aero efficiency. It has a big diffuser, bigger wings, and nearly twice the downforce of the standard F12. It's also lost 240 pounds. Not too shabby. Follow MSN Autos on Facebook Just 799 will be built. Expect pricing for the tdf to be on the border of ridiculous and outrageous.
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Sam Bradford entered the season riding a wave of hype, but then the games started. The FNTSY Sports Network's Pat Mayo tells you why he's back on the bandwagon in his Week 6 QB Triple Play.
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Ranking the NBA's five best clutch shooters Chris Paul, PG, Los Angeles Clippers Paul is the face of a team that's become infamous for its postseason collapses, but let's not put all the blame on him. He banked in a game-winning floater during the Clippers' first-round series against the Grizzlies back in 2013. He hit an almost identical walk-off to win Game 7 against the Spurs last year. He has a desire to control every aspect of a game, and that's led to some big turnovers. But part of being a clutch shooter is simply being able to create good looks in one-on-one scenarios. Few players do that better than Paul. James Harden, SG, Houston Rockets Regardless of who's guarding him and what the scoreboard reads, The Beard can't be stopped. Well-known for his ability to command a whistle on every other foray to the rim, Harden doubled down last season as an unguardable one-on-one force in the clutch. In the final five minutes of games within five points, Harden shot 48.1 percent overall from the floor and a ridiculous 52 percent from behind the 3-point line. Everyone in the gym knows the Rockets are going to give Harden the ball, and he still makes defenses pay. LeBron James, SF, Cleveland Cavaliers Remember the days of questioning James' clutch gene and dissecting every time he passed the ball in the waning moments of a close game? Neither does anyone else. The two-time NBA champion put those worries to rest with his game winner against the Spurs in the 2013 NBA Finals. As injuries crushed Cleveland's title hopes last season, the odds of James being in position to come up clutch in the playoffs decreased drastically. Yet he just kept coming, almost single-handedly helping the Cavaliers to an Eastern Conference title and two wins in The Finals against the Warriors. With some health this season, Cleveland will have plenty of opportunities for James to beat the buzzer in the biggest moments. Stephen Curry, PG, Golden State Warriors When it comes to shooting, there's virtually no circumstance or situation where Stephen Curry comes up short. If you're down late, Curry can make a contested pull-up three in a flash, and he's a much better creator off the dribble than he seems to get credit for. The most underrated aspect of Curry's clutch play, however, is his free-throw shooting. When it comes time to put the game away, there's no one in the league you'd rather have at the line. He's both a comeback engineer and a closer when the Warriors lead, which is a combination that's more unique than you might think. Kevin Durant, SF, Oklahoma City Thunder Being a great shooter is nice. But perhaps the most important aspect of being a great clutch shooter is the ability to get off your shot at any time. And that's why Kevin Durant is at the top of this list. Durant doesn't need screens, space or even a play called for him. He just needs the ball, and his length and creativity will allow him to get a shot up over the top of even the best defenders. It can sometimes be a challenge for Durant to wrestle the ball out of Russell Westbrook's hands with the game on the line, sure. But once he gets it, Durant renders the defense irrelevant. No one is better equipped to create a quality game-winning look. NG1_9866 OAKLAND, CA MAY 3: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors takes a shot against the Memphis Grizzlies in Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals of the 2015 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 2015 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2015 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)
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A day after USC coach Steve Sarkisian was fired, five-star All-American linebacker Mique Juarez has decommitted. Juarez, from North High in Torrance, Calif., told Rivals.com that he left voicemails and text messages for the coaches to alert them of his change of heart. "I called and left voicemails to the coaches and texted them on Twitter," Juarez told Rivals.com . "My family and I thought it was the best to leave, to open my recruitment." He also addressed the situation on Twitter: pic.twitter.com/9E598FfOBz Mique (@miquejuarez3) October 13, 2015 Hope for the best for coaching staff & hope that Sark gets healthy blessings to him & his health! Thanks Sark! Mique (@miquejuarez3) October 13, 2015 RELATED: What does Sarkisian situation mean for recruiting UCLA, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Nebraska and Oklahoma are among the schools that have been mentioned in connection with Juarez, ranked fifth overall in the Class of 2016 by Rivals. He was still working on his schedule but confirmed to USA TODAY High School Sports that UCLA and Ohio State will be among his visits. Juarez was considered a soft commit for the Trojans and he previously said his plan was to make a final decision at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl on Jan. 9 in San Antonio . His de-commitment follows that of Michigan linebacker Daelin Hayes , the other five-star member of the Class of 2016. Hayes announced Sunday that he was reopening his recruitment after USC announced that Sarkisian was told to take an indefinite leave of absence. Hayes was viewed as wavering even before the Sarkisian situation unfolded and he has an official visit planned to Notre Dame this weekend. USC and Notre Dame are playing in South Bend. RELATED: Top tight end won't visit USC, switches schedule While no other prospects have come out and formally de-committed, some of the top players in a class that was ranked in the top 10 in the nation are considering visits.
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The days of gratuitous drone-filmed videos of skiers and snowboarders may be coming to a swift end. Fearing that inexperienced drone pilots will hurt fellow skiers and damage property, the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) has outlined bans on hobbyist and commercial drones at ski areas in the U.S. Recreational drones have skyrocketed in popularity over the last few years. The Federal Aviation Administration expects 1 million drones to be sold during the holidays, but so far there are no concrete regulations set up. The FAA proposed drone regulations this February, but it has missed its October 1 deadline to submit a final draft. The FAA says it expects to roll out its final rules by late next spring . Ski areas, expecting FAA regulations to be implemented around the 2017 2018 ski season, decided to take action on their own. Drones have been used at ski resorts to film spectacular videos. While hobbyist drones are banned by NSAA's proposed rules, the ski resorts still see a use for drones when it comes to monitoring avalanches or for search and rescue operations. Shooting videos on drones without prior authorization from the resorts will be banned and be subject to confiscation of the drones, suspension of skiing privileges and even regulatory fines. The punishments will be vary between individual resorts. Despite its explicit bans on unauthorized drones, the consortium of ski areas is not hammering down on all drones. The Colorado-based organization, which represents over 300 resorts across the country, sent a 15-page memo to the FAA in April, recommending that the agency loosen some regulations for certain situations, like a search and rescue operation, avalanche rescues and after-dark searches. The memo also notes the inherent advantages ski resorts provide from their generally remote locations away from airports and highways and "unrivaled safety culture" as reasons for having regulatory exemptions. "Ski areas are the ideal incubator for slowly incorporating drone and sUAS (small unmanned aircraft systems) operations into commercial operations," reads the memo. "Ski areas serve as a unique and excellent proving ground for a myriad of commercial uses of drones in a particularly safe and controlled environment." Not every ski resort is clamping down on recreational drones, however. Boyne Resorts, a chain with 10 resorts spanning from Washington state to Maine, are planning "drone zones," designated territories where flying drones atop skiers will be permitted after registration. "Once the FAA adopts their new rules we will adjust accordingly but we feel this is a workable solution to be considered by the industry in the interim," says Boyne Resorts CEO Stephen Kircher. As ski resorts clamp down unregulated drones flying on its slopes, it has been a boon for commercial drone pilots who fly with proper FAA authorization known as Section 333 exemption. Despite more than an estimated half a million drones sold last year, the FAA has just approved its thousandth exemption in August . One of the few who got the exemption is Jason Soll, CEO of Cape Productions . His Bay Area based drone video company films with drones and edits commercial videos for clients, and some of the videos have been shot at ski resorts. Working with ski resorts can get messy, Soll says, because negotiations require resorts' lawyers, safety managers and forest management representatives. To ensure safety as a top priority, Cape carries a $5 million insurance policy for each resort. Soll welcomed the incoming drone regulations as necessary for public safety, but also to further development in drone technology. "The biggest threat to the drone industry is not regulations inhibiting innovations," says Soll. "It's inebriated people who are freely flying drones into the White House lawn ."
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Chanel, one of the world's most luxurious labels, opens the doors to its Parisian atelier in an exhibition in London. Rough cut (no reporter narration)
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Investors fear a "black swan" catastrophic event in the financial markets right now more than ever before. At least according to the CBOE Skew Index, which measures the prices of far out-of-the-money options on the S&P 500 (.SPX) . Its goal is to determine the benchmark's tail risk or the "risk of outlier returns two or more standard deviations below the mean," according to the CBOE website. Put simply, traders are buying options that pay off only if the stock market drops a whole lot. The measure is up 30 percent since the end of September, including a 10 percent spike for seemingly no reason on Monday. At its Monday closing level of 148.92, the Skew Index is higher now than levels hit in 2006 before the housing bubble popped and 1998 amid the Long-Term Capital Management implosion. It's above a level hit last year as markets sold off aggressively near the end of the year and as fears of an Ebola breakout spread. "Players are pricing in the highest chance of an outlying black swan event in the next 30 days," wrote Roberto Friedlander, head of equity trading at Brean Capital, in a note to clients Tuesday. "The pricing currently is (for) a 15 percent chance of a two standard deviation move in the next 30 days." "So (it's a) yellow flag for sure. Stay alert, stay alive!" Friedlander added. It's unclear what is exactly causing options traders to become so nervous this week. The S&P 500 did post a correction in August on fears of a China slowdown. Those fears are still here. There's tremendous uncertainty as to whether the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates this year or not and whether this rate hike will scuttle the economy. The central bank will decide on this at its two-day meeting beginning Oct. 27, within the 30-day window investors are fearing a market collapse. On the geopolitical front, traders are growing increasingly worried about Russia's emerging presence in the Middle East. And, of course, October is known for market crashes like the "black Monday" collapse 28 years ago this month. But that's true every year. Academic and author Nassim Taleb popularized the term "black swan" during the financial crisis. And apparently this time he is capitalizing on these fears. A hedge fund affiliated with Taleb, Universa Investments, reportedly made 20 percent on a single day in August when the Dow Jones industrial average fell more than 1,000 points before recovering. To be sure, black swan events by definition are supposed to be unpredictable. And a history of the Skew Index shows that its track record is mixed. The average three-month return for the S&P 500 after a skew spike is actually 1 percent, according to Kimble Charting Solutions. "I would say the fears have been overblown and by no means is this smart money," wrote Chris Kimble in a blog post Tuesday. The technical analyst also pointed out that extreme readings in the index have become more frequent in recent years, hurting its predictability. Still, some investors are putting real money on an outlier event occurring in the next 30 days and that shouldn't be overlooked, even if traders use this information on a contrarian basis.
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Saeb Erakat, PLO secretary general and head of the Palestinian commission in charge of the ICC file, says the commission will provide information about "crimes committed" against Palestinians.
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How can you tell if someone has Alzheimer's disease? Here are symptoms of the memory-robbing disorder. Is it Alzheimer's? Everyone struggles to come up with a name once in a while. But how can you tell if it's more serious? "One symptom alone does not necessarily indicate that a person has Alzheimer's or dementia," says Raj C. Shah, MD, of the Rush Memory Clinic at Rush University Medical Center, in Chicago. (Dementia is chronic loss of cognition, usually affecting memory, and Alzheimer's causes 50% to 80% of dementia cases.) There are many other causes of memory loss, including vitamin B12 deficiency, and brain, thyroid, kidney, or liver disorders. However, having several other symptoms could be a sign of Alzheimer's disease (AD).Recognizing the signs of dementia can help lead to a quicker diagnosis. Memory loss Serious memory loss and confusion are not a normal part of aging. But forgetfulness caused by stress, anxiety, or depression can be mistaken for dementia, especially in someone who is older. "We all forget the exact details of a conversation or what someone told us to do, but a person with AD will forget what just happened, what someone just said, or what he or she just said and therefore repeat things over and over again," says Lisa P. Gwyther, co-author of The Alzheimer's Action Plan: A Family Guide ($9-20; amazon.com ). Memory loss isn't consistent, and people with AD may forget the dog's name one day and remember it the next. "Nothing is certain or predictable with most dementias except they do progress," says Gwyther. RELATED: 17 ways to age-proof your brain Agitation and mood swings It's common for someone suffering from AD to seem anxious or agitated. They may constantly move around and pace, get upset in certain places, or become fixated on specific details. Agitation usually results from fear, confusion, fatigue, and feeling overwhelmed from trying to make sense of a world that no longer makes sense, explains Gwyther. Certain circumstances can also make the individual more anxious, such as relocating to a nursing home. In addition to agitation, rapid and seemingly unprovoked mood swings are another sign of dementia--going from calm to tearful to angry for no apparent reason. RELATED: 7 ways to protect your memory Impaired judgment A person with AD will begin to make decisions that seem silly, irresponsible, or even inappropriate and are a marked departure from past behavior, such as dressing improperly for the weather or no longer being able to assess for themselves what is safe. "The earliest changes in judgment usually involve money. So people who were normally very cautious with their finances will start spending in unusual ways, like giving money to unworthy strangers like telemarketers, or withholding money they should pay, because they incorrectly believe their utility company is suddenly untrustworthy," says Gwyther. RELATED: The best memory boosters for women Money trouble AD sufferers have difficulty with abstract thinking as the disease progresses, making numbers and money particularly troublesome. While missing an occasional monthly payment isn't something to worry about (at least in terms of the brain's health), if your loved one suddenly has difficulty handling money, paying bills, managing a budget, or even understanding what numbers represent, it could be a sign of dementia. RELATED: 9 foods that may help save your memory Difficulty with familiar tasks A person suffering from dementia often takes longer to complete, and may have trouble finishing, everyday tasks that he or she has done hundreds of times before. For instance, a former whiz in the kitchen may have a problem making his or her signature dish or even remembering how to boil water. Common activities like remembering how to get to a familiar location, play a favorite game, or manage a budget may also prove difficult. Trouble planning or problem-solving As dementia progresses, your loved ones may have trouble concentrating and find that fairly basic activities take them longer to do than before. In particular, they may struggle to develop and follow a plan, like creating and using a grocery list, following a recipe, or keeping track of monthly bills. This difficultly is far more pronounced than making the occasional error when balancing a checkbook or forgetting an item on your grocery list. Misplacing things Finding car keys in the freezer, the remote in a sock drawer, or routinely discovering other "missing" items in strange spots is usually a strong indicator that your family member may be suffering from dementia. Although we tend to associate forgetfulness with the natural aging process, people with AD don't just occasionally forget where they left their car keys or reading glasses; they leave them in unusual places and are later unable to retrace their steps to find them. Often they'll also become suspicious and accuse someone else of hiding or stealing their belongings. Confusion with time or place Disorientation as to time and place, such as forgetting where you live, getting easily lost, and losing track of dates, seasons, and the passage of time is a common experience for individuals with AD. "The real issue with AD is perception of time," explains Gwyther. "Five minutes can seem like five hours for someone with AD, so a husband may think his wife has been gone for hours or even weeks, even if it's just been a few minutes, or he might tell his grandchild that he hasn't seen him in five years, even though he just saw them yesterday." Difficulty communicating As dementia progresses, a person's language and communication skills diminish. He or she may stop mid-conversation and not know how to continue. Vocabulary can be especially troublesome. A person may struggle to find the right word; call things by the wrong names (e.g., a car a TV); substitute unusual or incorrect words for familiar words and names (e.g., calling one's husband "him" or "that guy"); invent new words; or use familiar words over and over again. With time, people may rely on gestures instead of speaking, revert back to speaking in a native language, or just speak less in general. Wandering Unfortunately, about 60% of people with dementia have a tendency to walk off, wander aimlessly, and become lost, often repeatedly. Restlessness, fear, confusion related to time, the inability to recognize familiar people, places, and objects, as well as stress can all cause wandering. In some cases, the person might leave the house in the middle of the night to fulfill a physical need, such as finding a toilet or food, or he may be attempting to "go home" because he doesn't realize he is home or he believes it's 20 years earlier and he needs to go to a former job. Repetitive speech or actions The frequent repetition of words, statements, questions, or activities is a hallmark of dementia and AD. Sometimes this repetitive behavior is triggered by anxiety, boredom, or fear of the environment or to achieve comfort, security, or familiarity. Trouble with visual or spatial relationships One symptom of dementia is vision problems that are different from typical age-related problems such as cataracts. People with AD tend to have difficulty reading, judging distances, and determining color or contrast as time goes on. In terms of perception, they may look in a mirror and think someone else is in the room instead of realizing they are looking at a reflection. Dementia can also cause changes in visual and spatial abilities. They can find it tough to distinguish food from the plate it's on, for instance. Seemingly purposeless activity If your relative begins to routinely engage in seemingly pointless endeavors, like opening and closing a drawer, packing and unpacking clothing, pacing, or repeating demands or questions, it may be a sign of AD. Although from the outside it might seem like these behaviors are futile or even crazy, experts say they usually fulfill a need for the person, such as the need to feel productive or busy. Withdrawal AD can be a lonely and isolating disease that can result in a general lack of interest in surrounding activities or withdrawal from family and friends. People with AD may start to remove themselves from hobbies, social activities, work projects, or sports they previously loved, perhaps because they forget how to perform their favorite pastime, like knitting or playing the piano. It's also likely that because of all the changes they have experienced, they may feel embarrassed or ashamed and therefore avoid social situations and friends entirely. Loss of initiative and motivation If apathy, loss of interest in social activities and hobbies, and social withdrawal occur in the early or mid-stage of AD, they may be due to depression. About 40% of people with AD also have depression. Unfortunately, identifying depression can be difficult, and the cognitive impairment makes it difficult for the person to articulate his or her feelings. If a family member sleeps all the time or watches TV all day and refuses to do any other activities, she may have depression as well, and you should talk to her doctor. Don't recognize family and friends As AD progresses, your loved one may not always recognize you or other family members and friends, which can be heart-breaking. "Recognition does come and go for a while," says Gwyther. "In general, people forget what they just learned or whom they just met, then friends, and family last. But sometimes it's hard to explain why someone remembers one child's name and not another. Well-practiced memories and stories last longer than newer ones, but in the very late stages, people may only remember their parents." Loss of motor skills and sense of touch Dementia affects fine motor skills, interfering with one's ability to button or unbutton clothes or use utensils, like forks and knives. But motor problems, like weakness or trembling hands, or sensory symptoms, like numbness or loss of sensation, may also be a sign of a different type of disease such as Parkinson's, so it's important to discuss your parent's or relative's specific symptoms with a doctor. Difficulty dressing Dressing is difficult for dementia patients, who sometimes feel overwhelmed by the choices or may not remember even how to dress, tie a shoe lace, or buckle a belt. They may wear the same thing over and over again, forgetting that they wore the same outfit the day before. And as previously mentioned, buttoning and unbuttoning clothes can become more difficult in the mid-to-late stages of AD due to a decline in motor skills. Disregard for grooming and hygiene As the illness progresses, individuals with AD often forget to brush their teeth, bathe regularly, change their clothes, and even use the toilet. They may not remember why they even need to bathe or brush their teeth. Likewise, they may forget how to comb their hair, clip their fingernails, shave, or use a toothbrush or comb. Forgetting meals People with dementia can literally forget to eat and drink, especially because many AD patients experience decreased appetite and interest in food. On the other hand, others forget that they've already eaten and, as a result, eat lunch or dinner multiple times a day. Oddly enough, it's not unusual for a person with AD to develop new favorite foods and suddenly dislike foods he or she previously loved. Additionally, the person may lose the ability to tell if a food or beverage is too hot to eat or drink, forget to chew slowly and swallow, or not remember how to use eating utensils and revert to eating with their fingers. Inappropriate behavior In the mid and especially late stages of Alzheimer's, a person may begin to lose control of his or her impulses and act out in inappropriate or uncharacteristic ways. "They may say tactless things, like 'Gosh, you got fat,' that they would have never said before," says Gwyther. Additionally, people with AD may forget that they are married and begin to flirt and make inappropriate sexual advances, or they might start taking their clothes off at inappropriate times or in unusual settings. Shoplifting is not uncommon among adults with AD, who don't understand or remember that they must pay for items in stores. Delusions and paranoia Some people may go from seemingly irrational suspicions (say that someone else stole their glasses) to firmly held false beliefs or delusions (say that someone is trying to hurt or kill them). Additionally, they may begin experiencing hallucinations or seeing, hearing, smelling, or tasting things that aren't there. A person may see the face of a former friend in a door or hear voices, for instance. According to experts, memory loss and the ensuing confusion associated with AD may cause the person to perceive things in new, unusual ways or become suspicious or misinterpret what he or she actually sees and hears. Verbal and physical aggression As the dementia worsens over time, it is not unusual for someone to become physically or verbally aggressive. Verbal outbursts, including cursing, arguing, name calling, shouting, and threatening, are common, and some patients will even get physical, hitting and pushing caregivers, for example. These aggressive acts often seem to come out of nowhere, but there's usually a reason behind the behavior that may not be readily apparent to family members or caregivers, such as physical discomfort, inability to communicate properly, or frustration at a situation. Trouble sleeping Certain symptoms, like restlessness, anxiety, agitation, disorientation, and confusion, tend to get worse as the day goes on and even continue through the night, often resulting in difficulty sleeping and wandering. Experts call this phenomenon "sundowning," and it can be due to exhaustion, changes in the person's biological clock, the inability to separate dreams from reality, and a decreased need for sleep that can occur with age. As much as 20% of Alzheimer's patients experience sundowning at some point, and it's a common reason that family members decide to put their loved one in a nursing home. Clingy or childlike behavior Experts refer to the tendency for AD sufferers to become completely dependent on a certain individual and constantly follow them around as "shadowing." Shadowing tends to occur at the end of the day or in the evening when the person may begin to feel particularly worn down, confused, and fearful. "It's often a result of getting scared in a world that is confusing to them, so the patient constantly needs the person they most trust in view," explains Gwyther. "If that person is out of sight, they may not know how long they've been gone or where to find them, so they will follow them around the house and even into the bathroom." Getting diagnosed Even if someone has Alzheimer's, it doesn't mean his or her life is over; a person with AD can live a meaningful and productive life for many years, but it's important to get a proper diagnosis. People often wait too long to seek help, says Dr. Shah. "Most diagnoses are still made in the moderate stage, after most individuals have been experiencing symptoms for years already," says Dr. Shah. "It doesn't help the person or family to wait until symptoms become so obvious that the diagnosis can be easily made. It is better to seek an evaluation earlier to help maintain quality of life and to prevent social or medical crises due to memory loss."
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AUBURN HILLS, Mich. A 46-year-old suburban Detroit woman has been charged after authorities said she fired a shot at the tires of an SUV to stop fleeing shoplifters in a Home Depot parking lot. Oakland County Prosecutor Jessica Cooper said Tuesday that Tatiana Duva-Rodriguez of Clarkston faces one count of reckless use, handling or discharge of a firearm. The shooting occurred Oct. 6 in Auburn Hills, northwest of Detroit. The shoplifters escaped, but two men were arrested a few days later and charged with retail fraud. Authorities have said the woman who fired the shot had a concealed weapons permit, but wasn't being threatened by the shoplifters. Cooper said the slug could have struck someone else. An arraignment date for Duva-Rodriguez has not been set. A number listed for her was disconnected.
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Taylor Swift leads the nominations for the American Music Awards. The 25-year-old star is up for six awards at the annual ceremony, including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for 'Blank Space' and Collaboration of the Year for 'Bad Blood', which she created with Kendrick Lamar. Following just behind her is pal Ed Sheeran and 'Can't Feel My Face' hitmaker The Weeknd who each received five nominations, including nods for Artist of the Year. Other stars up for the coveted prize include Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj, One Direction, Luke Bryan, Sam Smith and Meghan Trainor, with the category set to be narrowed down to five in a public vote prior to the ceremony. The Song of the Year category will also be fiercely fought with Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars' 'Uptown Funk', Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth's 'See You Again' and Ed Sheeran's 'Thinking Out Loud' being among the huge hits which will battle it out for the prize. The event will take place at Los Angeles' Microsoft Theatre on November 22 and will be hosted by actress and singer Jennifer Lopez. Last year's ceremony saw performances from Taylor Swift, Iggy Azalea, Lorde, One Direction, Nicki Minaj, 5 Seconds of Summer, Sam Smith and Jennifer Lopez, while Katy Perry was the big winner, taking home three awards including Single of the Year for 'Dark Horse'. The nominations for the American Music Awards 2015 are as follows: Artist of the Year: Luke Bryan Ariana Grande Maroon 5 Nicki Minaj One Direction Ed Sheeran Sam Smith Taylor Swift Meghan Trainor The Weeknd New Artist of the Year presented by Kohl's: Fetty Wap Sam Hunt Tove Lo Walk The Moon The Weeknd Song of the Year: 'See You Again' - Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth 'Uptown Funk!' - Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars 'Thinking Out Loud' - Ed Sheeran 'Blank Space' - Taylor Swift 'Can't Feel My Face' - The Weeknd Collaboration of the Year Unleashed by T-Mobile: Wiz Khalifa featuring Charlie Puth - 'See You Again' Rihanna & Kanye West featuring Paul McCartney - 'FourFiveSeconds' Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars - 'Uptown Funk!' Skrillex & Diplo featuring Justin Bieber 'Where Are Ü Now' Taylor Swift featuring Kendrick Lamar - 'Bad Blood''' Favourite Male Artist - Pop/Rock: Nick Jonas Ed Sheeran Sam Smith Favourite Female Artist - Pop/Rock Ariana Grande Taylor Swift Meghan Trainor Favourite Duo or Group - Pop/Rock: Maroon 5 One Direction Walk The Moon Favourite Album - Pop/Rock: 'X' - Ed Sheeran 'In The Lonely Hour' - Sam Smith '1989' - Taylor Swift Favourite Male Artist - Country: Jason Aldean Luke Bryan Sam Hunt Favourite Female Artist - Country: Kelsea Ballerini Miranda Lambert Carrie Underwood Favourite Duo or Group - Country: Zac Brown Band Florida Georgia Line Little Big Town Favourite Album - Country: 'Old Boots, New Dirt' - Jason Aldean 'Anything Goes' - Florida Georgia Line 'Montevallo' - Sam Hunt Favourite Artist - Rap/Hip-Hop: Drake Fetty Wap Nicki Minaj Favourite Album - Rap/Hip-Hop: '2014 Forest Hills Drive' - J. Cole 'If You're Reading This It's Too Late' - Drake 'The Pinkprint' - Nicki Minaj Favourite Male Artist - Soul/R&B: Chris Brown Trey Songz The Weeknd Favourite Female Artist - Soul/R&B: Beyoncé Mary J. Blige Rihanna Favourite Album - Soul/R&B: 'X' - Chris Brown 'Black Messiah' - D'Angelo and The Vanguard 'Beauty Behind the Madness' - The Weeknd Favourite Artist - Alternative Rock: Fall Out Boy Hozier Walk The Moon Favourite Artist - Adult Contemporary: Ed Sheeran Taylor Swift Meghan Trainor Favourite Artist - Latin: Enrique Iglesias Ricky Martin Romeo Santos Favourite Artist - Contemporary Inspirational: Casting Crowns Hillsong United MercyMe Favourite Artist - EDM (Electronic Dance Music): Calvin Harris David Guetta Zedd Top Soundtrack: 'Fifty Shades of Grey' 'Empire: Original Soundtrack from Season 1' 'Pitch Perfect 2' This article was from BANG Music and was legally licensed through the NewsCred publisher network.
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Jack Dorsey is back at the helm at Twitter, and he's already making changes, like staff cuts, to energize the company's lagging numbers.
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7 Everyday Habits That Improve Mood, According to Science Some of these happiness habits may surprise you but scientific research shows they really work. 1. Smell the roses Harvard research found that folks who kept freshly cut flowers in their home for a week reported feeling more energized and less anxious. 2. Spend wisely In a 2014 study, San Francisco State University researchers discovered that splurging on life experiences (like a weekend trip) made people happier than purchasing material items. RELATED: Eat Your Way to Health and Happiness 3. Switch to iced coffee Downing four or more cans of sweetened soda a day raised a person's risk of depression by 30 percent, while drinking four cups of coffee a day lowered the risk by 10 percent, according to a 2014 study in Plos One. 4. Consider a D supplement A 2012 study of more than 12,000 people found that those with the lowest levels of vitamin D were the most likely to be depressed. Talk to your doc about getting a blood test to see if you're deficient. RELATED: Happiness Really Is Contagious, Study Finds 5. Work out regularly Starting a fitness routine between the ages of 20 and 40 that includes three sweat sessions a week could reduce one's risk of depression by about 16 percent, suggested British research published in JAMA Psychiatry in 2014. 6. Cut back on Facebook… The site was associated with a decline in overall happiness and life satisfaction in a 2013 University of Michigan study. 7. …And meditate instead A daily practice might help some people relieve anxiety and depression, found Johns Hopkins research published last year in JAMA Internal Medicine. RELATED: What I Learned About Happiness After I Got Rid of Half My Wardrobe
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Caramel apples are a classic fall favorite, served up in a variety of ways. But a new study , published in the American Society for Microbiology's journal mBio , alerts consumers that if the apples are made incorrectly, sickening bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes , could grow just under the caramel-coated surface. Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Food Research Institute found the best way to avoid turning the seasonal treat into a breeding ground for bacteria. After a listeria outbreak in late 2014 , in which 35 people were infected and seven died, researchers began investigating the cause. The team interviewed 31 of the victims and found that before falling ill, 90 percent of the group ate commercially produced and prepackaged caramel apples. Three different manufacturers recalled their caramel apples as a preventive measure, but the damage was already done. According to the Department of Health's Food Safety division , listeria is a genus of bacteria typically found in soil, water, and some poultry and cattle. It's unique in that it can grow and thrive in cold temperatures, like a refrigerator. When consumed, listeria bacteria cause fever, stiff neck, confusion, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, and in the most recent outbreak, death. Sometimes symptoms may not appear until three to four weeks after eating the infected foods. The study's lead author and director of the institute, Kathleen Glass, explained listeria bacteria don't normally grow on apples or on caramel, which is why it was such an unusual and difficult outbreak to track. But when a stick is inserted into the apple, it causes just enough juice to surface and get trapped under a layer of caramel. It creates an ideal environment for listeria to grow if already present on the apple's surface. Moisture and room temperature accelerate that growth by up to 1,000 percent. For the study, Glass and her colleague created a cocktail of four L. monocytogenes strains linked to the outbreak. Testing with granny smith apples, they swabbed different strains on the skin of the apples, but only inserted wooden sticks into half of the apples. All of the apples were then dipped into hot caramel using tongs or by holding them in the classic way, with sticks. They were then stored at either room temperature (77 degrees F) or refrigerated temperature ( 44.6 degrees F). Just three days at room temperature was all the bacteria needed to grow 1,000 percent if the apples had sticks. Without sticks, listeria growth was delayed even when stored at room temperature. Listeria growth significantly decreased on apples with sticks stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Stickless apples stored in the fridge had no listeria growth over the course of four weeks. The hot caramel kills a lot of the bacteria off of the surface; however, "those that still survived were the ones that were able to grow," Glass said. "If someone ate those apples fresh, they probably would not get sick. But because caramel-dipped apples are typically set out at room temperature for multiple days, maybe up to two weeks, it is enough time for the bacteria to grow." Glass recommends purchasing only apples that have been refrigerated or eating them fresh in order to drastically decrease the risk of ingesting listeria. Source: Glass K. mBio . 2015.
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For the past 150 years, paleontologists have warred over the ultimate dinosaur question; were dinosaurs quick, warm-blooded (endothermic) animals or ponderous cold-blooded (exothermic) ones? It's a question that could be very simply answered by applying a thermometer to a living dinosaur, but there hasn't been one of those around for approximately 65 million years, and taking a dinosaur's temperature is almost certainly a difficult endeavor. So how to resolve the debate? In a paper published today in Nature Communications researchers announced a way to take the temperature of dinosaurs that have been dead for millions of years: look at the eggshells they left behind. Eggshells are made from calcium carbonate, a hard brittle substance that comes in subtly different variations. In this case, the researchers were looking at calcium carbonate that contained the isotopes carbon 13 and oxygen 18, which both have extra neutrons in their atomic structure, making them slightly heavier. Even though modern birds and reptiles are separated from their dinosaur predecessors by millions of years, their eggshells are still built in roughly the same way. A female's body ovulates at a certain time, and forms a shell of calcium carbonate inside an organ called the oviduct. In animals with colder body temperatures, the heavy isotopes cluster or clump closer together in the eggshell, and in animals with warmer body temperatures, the isotopes are spread further apart. The researchers used a similar method a few years ago to estimate dinosaur temperature using teeth. By analyzing modern eggshells, whether the eggs are from quails or giant tortoises, the researchers found they could accurately predict the body temperature of the animal that laid the eggs. After analyzing the egg-laying temperature of 13 birds (warm-blooded) and 9 reptiles (cold-blooded), they decided to put their method to the test with the eggshells of fossilized dinosaur eggs. They found that eggs from giant, long-necked sauropod dinosaurs formed at temperatures of roughly 100 degrees Fahrenheit, while eggs from smaller theropods called oviraptors formed at temperatures of just 90 degrees Fahrenheit. When they looked at the dirt and rocks directly around the fossils, they were able to determine that the temperature in the environment near the oviraptor fossils (in Mongolia's Gobi desert) was 79 degrees Fahrenheit around the time the dinosaurs were alive. The dinosaurs were warmer than that, but only just. "This could mean that they produced some heat internally and elevated their body temperatures above that of the environment but didn't maintain as high temperatures or as controlled temperatures as modern birds," lead researcher Robert Eagle said in a statement. "If dinosaurs were at least endothermic to a degree, they had more capacity to run around searching for food than an alligator would." It isn't the last word in a long-standing paleontological debate, but it does suggest that the best way forward might not be warm or cold, but somewhere in between.
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The Aficionauto drives Biff's 1946 Ford from the famous manure scene in the original Back to the Future, and invites you along for the surprisingly odorless ride.The most famous car to appear in the Back to the Future movies was, of course, the DeLorean. But it wasn't the only automobile in the cult-classic films. One of the most memorable scenes from the original was when Biff drove his convertible into a truck full of manure covering himself, his cronies, and his car with the stuff. Well, this was that car. This 1946 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe was the very one that Universal Studios used in the filming of the movie including that unfortunately unforgettable scene. And yes, you did read that right: the car started out as a fixed-roof coupe, the top of which the studio cut off to make it look like a convertible. (Apparently convertibles don't actually look like convertibles on screen, or something like that.) Fortunately while its present owners found lots of the movie-prop manure inside the vehicle when they bought it, the producers had actually used pieces of burlap to stand in for the unsanitary stuff. It's also one of the few prop cars from the movie that is in private hands. The studio held on to most of the DeLoreans, but this '46 Ford belongs to a father and son out in Wisconsin. With the film's 30th anniversary (and the date of Marty's arrival in the future) fast approaching - and having recently driven the '76 BMW 6 Series from the second movie - the Aficionauto went out to check it out by Lake Geneva, and you can hop along for the ride in the video above. You may just want to keep your mouth closed, for your own sake. Follow MSN Autos on Facebook
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We figured out smartphones a long time ago. It's been nearly a decade since the iPhone hit the market, and now every one of the millions of smartphones sold each year is a variation of a rectangular slab of glass, plastic, or metal. Smartwatches, on the other hand, are new and still evolving. Nobody has tried harder to figure out how to make a smartwatch than Samsung, which has released over half a dozen different watches in different shapes and sizes since 2013. Its earlier efforts were largely terrible, clunky, awkward devices that had bad software and limited utility. The new Gear S2 promises to be different, and in many ways, it is. It's much better looking than any prior Samsung watch (and arguably most other smartwatches), has a brand new user interface, and works with nearly any Android smartphone. It's as different of a device from Samsung's earlier watches as the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge were from Samsung's earlier smartphones. But the most interesting parts of the Gear S2, which starts at $299.99 and is available to purchase now, aren't whether it's a great smartwatch or not. It's far from a perfect device, and it has numerous issues that keep me from recommending it without reservations. But it offers some interesting ideas for how a smartwatch should look and function that make it both an intriguing device and a learning lesson for the rest of the industry. If Samsung built a reference smartwatch for others to take advantage of, this would be it. The Gear S2 is the first round smartwatch from Samsung and it's far more attractive than Samsung's earlier, chunky rectangular models. It's not enormous either, with good proportions and a comfortable fit on my average-sized wrist. It's roughly comparable in size to a 42mm men's watch or the smaller of the two new Moto 360 watches. Proprietary strap mounts are a bummer The standard model, which is what I've been testing, has a brushed metal finish and a rubber strap. It's not the design I'd choose I'm more into the $349.99 S2 Classic, which has a leather strap and darker finish but it's still a lot nicer looking and more comfortable to wear than many other smartwatches. Fit and finish are top notch, and Samsung's use of stainless steel for every surface you see and touch makes it feel like a quality product. The S2 doesn't look like a nerdy wrist computer, nor does it aspire to be a luxury watch clone. It's just understated and attractive, while still feeling modern and fresh. I'm a fan of the S2's form, but I don't like the proprietary strap mounts on the standard model. One of the easiest ways to personalize a watch to your tastes is to swap in a different strap, but you won't be able to find straps that fit the S2 very easily because of its unique mounts. (The white strap that came with my review unit quickly became stained with blue from rubbing against my jeans when I put my hands in my pockets, so the ability to swap to a different strap is a valid concern.) If you opt for the S2 Classic, you get a standard, 20mm watch strap with quick-release pins for easy swapping. The round design defines not only the S2's looks, but how it is used The attractive, round design of the S2 isn't just for good looks, either, it's the central conceit for how the S2 is used. A rotating bezel surrounds the display, and acts as your main interaction point with the watch, letting you quickly and easily navigate through the S2's menus and screens. Soft clicks give you tactile feedback as you spin the bezel, which can be used to scroll through widgets, notifications, menus, text, and the main interface itself. The S2's still has a full touchscreen, so you can swipe through things just like with an Apple Watch or Android Wear watch, but the vast majority of the time I found myself using the bezel to control it. The rotating control works so well and is so intuitive to use that I'm stunned no one else has done it before. The ring is predictable and reliable, unlike the Apple Watch's Digital Crown, and it keeps my finger from getting in the way of what I want to see. You can respond to messages with preset text, emoji, or even with a keyboard That's good, because I don't want to look at my finger, I want to look at the S2's high-res (302PPI) and vibrant 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display. It's sharp and colorful and easy to read both indoors and out, with excellent viewing angles. There's no blank spot or "flat tire" here like on Motorola's Moto 360; the Gear S2 screen fills the entirety of the face of the watch. An optional mode can always display the time when the watch is idle, but that comes at a cost of battery life: with the feature turned off, I've been able to go two days between charges, but half that with it on. Neither option is great you'll still want to pack the S2's magnetic charging dock when you travel but at least it doesn't die partway through your day. The S2's new user interface perfectly complements the rotating bezel, as well. It's fast and easy to understand, unlike the byzantine menus on the Apple Watch or Android Wear. Turn the ring to the right from the watchface and you access widgets of information; turn it to the left to see your notifications. Notifications can be filtered and are interactive, even with third-party apps, just like on Android Wear. You can respond to incoming messages with preset responses, voice dictation, or tap out a response on a miniature keyboard. It's easier than it sounds. You also use the ring to scroll through the apps installed on the watch, or to zoom in and out of a map. A button on the side of the watch will always take you back one step from before, while another brings you back to your watchface. It's all pleasantly simple and fun to use. Most actions are fast and responsive There are swift transitions and informative animations throughout the S2's interface, and its app launcher is organized in a way to make the most of the round screen. For basic activities, such as checking notifications, tracking physical activity, or viewing weather conditions, the S2 is fast, responsive, and genuinely useful. It's a different story with more complex actions, such as viewing a map or launching a third-party app. Here the S2 behaves more like the Apple Watch, with annoyingly long and frustrating load times that just make me wish I pulled my phone out of my pocket. Third-party apps are also few and far between on the S2 even the apps Samsung demoed at the launch event for the watch, such as Uber, aren't available. While I can get apps like Citymapper, Dark Sky, and Google Maps on the Apple Watch or Android Wear, the Gear S2 sticks me with Yelp, Bloomberg, CNN, and Here Maps, none of which are particularly fast or usable on a small watch display. Likewise, while there are a number of attractive watchfaces included with the S2, third-party options left me wanting. Samsung's biggest challenge will be getting developer support That situation isn't likely to change anytime soon, either. The Gear S2 uses a different platform (Samsung's Tizen) than the Apple Watch or Android Wear and the odds that developers are going to devote time and resources to making apps for it are slim. Here Maps is the perfect example of this: it's a worse experience than Apple Maps or Google Maps, and requires you to install the Here Maps app on your phone in order to use it on the watch. But for Samsung, it's the only mapping option it has available. At the S2's announcement, Samsung said it was partnering with developers to get apps on the platform, but that hasn't materialized into anything compelling yet. Voice control on the S2 is painfully slow Another weak point in the system is the built-in voice controls, which are slower and less capable than Apple's Siri or Google Now. Provided that you have the patience of a saint, you can dictate text with your voice on the S2, set alarms, start timers, or perform basic web searches. Bafflingly, you can't create a to-do or set a reminder, though, which is one of the few things I do regularly with Android Wear's voice commands. There are some improvements for the S2 coming down the pike. The S2 has built-in NFC and will support Samsung Pay for mobile payments at some point in the future, but that was not yet available for me to test. It unfortunately won't support Samsung's unique magnetic stripe emulation feature, but it should work similarly to Apple Pay on the Apple Watch. On the bright side, the S2 works with any phone running Android 4.4 KitKat or newer and with 1.5GB or more of RAM. That covers most of the popular devices released in the past year or two. Earlier Samsung Gear watches were limited to just Galaxy phones, so it's encouraging to see Samsung open the S2 up to a wider audience. Hopefully Samsung will figure out a way to make it work with the iPhone in the future, though it will likely only be able to do so in a limited manner, like Android Wear and Pebble. So here's where we're at with the Gear S2: it's a well designed, easy to use smartwatch that makes a good complement to your Android smartphone. If checking notifications, tracking the basics of your physical activity, controlling music, and getting small bits of info are all you want from a smartwatch, the S2 fills all of those needs. But if you look at smartwatches as an entirely new medium for which developers have yet to fully exploit, the S2 should give you pause. It's entirely possible, likely even, that Samsung won't get the developer support it needs to strengthen the S2's platform. Pebble has been able to do that to a limited extent, but history tells us the odds of that happening again are arguably low. The most interesting thing about the Gear S2 is what it could do for the industry In that respect, it's perhaps more useful to look at the S2 as an example for the other smartwatch platforms, which could learn from its elegant interface and purposeful design. Though the best Android Wear smartwatches so far have been circular, the Wear interface is downright confusing to navigate and doesn't work nearly as well on a round screen as Samsung's does. Google-powered watches also lack the tactile feedback of the S2's rotating bezel. And while Apple has set the bar for third-party developer support on a wearable platform, the Apple Watch's complicated and unpredictable interface could learn a lot from Samsung's simple and intuitive software. Who would have guessed that Samsung would create a more elegant interface than Apple? We're still in the infancy of smartwatches, where companies are attempting different ideas, trying new things, and learning lessons all along the way. It will be a long time before they are as sorted out as smartphones are in terms of design and usability. But if there's a direction I'd like to see the industry go, it's the path Samsung has set forth with the Gear S2: easy-to-use smartwatches that both look good and function well.
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Twitter announced plans today to lay off up to 336 employees, around 8 percent of its total workforce. The decision comes just a week after Jack Dorsey was given the role of CEO, and his willingness to make decisions like this was apparently part of the reason he got the job. Twitter says that the layoffs are meant to help it focus on "top product priorities," while improving its overall efficiency. In an email to employees, published by The Wall Street Journal 's Yoree Koh, Dorsey says those priorities are in creating "experiences which will have the greatest impact," like Twitter's Moments, a new feature meant to appeal to a broader audience. Twitter's product and engineering teams will see the most significant layoffs. In particular, Dorsey notes that he feels Twitter's engineering division will function best with a "smaller and nimbler team," though one that remains the biggest piece of Twitter. Twitter expects to pay out about $10 million to $20 million as a result of this restructuring, "substantially all of which" will be for severance costs. Overall, though, Twitter seems to say that the company's bottom line will improve because of these layoffs in the short term, with its forecasted quarterly revenues now projected to be above or at the high end of its previously stated range of $545 million to $560 million.
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Henry McCarty, known in Wild West lore as Billy the Kid, lived a brief and violent life, stealing and killing before his death in a gunfight aged 21. He lived with a gun in his hand and sometimes, it seems, a croquet mallet. In a surprising historical twist, the second photo of McCarty ever to be authenticated shows him and his posse, the Regulators, playing the sport in New Mexico in 1878. The faded image was among a pile of photos inside a cardboard box at a junk shop in Fresno, California, unearthed by a collector in 2010. Randy Guijarro paid $2 (£1.30) for the image, which is now estimated to be worth millions of dollars. The only other confirmed photo of Billy the Kid, from 1880, sold for $2.3m (£1.5m) in 2011 . The photo was authenticated by a San Francisco-based Americana company, Kagin's , which identified Billy the Kid along with several members of the Regulators, as well as friends and family. It was taken after a wedding in the summer of 1878, just a month after the gang took part in the brutal Lincoln County war. When the photo was first brought to the company, its experts were "understandably sceptical", said David McCarthy from Kagin's. "An original Billy the Kid photo is the holy grail of Western Americana. "We had to be certain that we could answer and verify where, when, how and why this photograph was taken. Simple resemblance is not enough in a case like this a team of experts had to be assembled to address each and every detail in the photo to ensure that nothing was out of place." The team spent a year investigating the photo, and even found the location where it was taken, in Chaves County, New Mexico. There they unearthed the remains of the building shown. "We found the old lumber underneath," said Jeff Aiello, director of a National Geographic Channel documentary on the find, scheduled to be broadcast this month. "We found those exact rock piers are still there." Liz Larsson, from the UK's Croquet Association , said the series of photos from the scene left little doubt what game was being played: "It's clearly croquet. You can see the hoops, the balls, the mallet, the centre peg. They're all there. It's a fascinating picture." The first croquet club in England was founded in 1865, the same year the game was immortalised in Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, Larsson said. "Croquet became popular in the 1860s because it was the first sport that women could play on the same terms as men, and men and women could play each other. It had a huge boost in its popularity." In the UK, however, it was still not a game for the masses: "Not really. You needed a lawn, and a fairly large one." Things were, however, slightly different in the US, where companies making croquet gear created a smaller-scale version of the sport, which could be played on rougher turf, using cheaper, lightweight equipment. During the 19th century, the game in America had a somewhat different image to the genteel, cucumber-sandwich stereotype of Britain, according to a history by the United States Croquet Association : "Croquet as a public sport suffered a setback in the 1890s when the Boston clergy spoke out against the drinking, gambling and licentious behaviour associated with it." All types of Americans played. In 1867, General George Custer wrote to his wife, Elizabeth , from his frontier fort in Kansas, asking her to "bring a set of field-croquet" when she next visited. Thom Ross, a US artist specialising in historic scenes, has previously painted both Native Americans and cowboys playing croquet, saying this is based on extensive historical research .
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Jimmie Johnson has had more than one interesting exchange this year with Twitter haters, including one back in August who called the six-time Sprint Cup Series champion "washed up." At least one of the haters showed up on Twitter on Monday, a day after Johnson made an early exit from the Bank of America 500 because of an oil-pump issue on his No. 48 car. It seems this particular critic of the Hendrick Motorsports driver believes Johnson is somehow "helping" teammate Dale Earnhardt Jr. but not "helping" teammate Jeff Gordon. Both Earnhardt and Gordon are in the Chase; Johnson was eliminated from the Chase two weekends ago at Dover. Check out the full exchange, along with Johnson's epic reply. @jimmiejohnson mainly just helping the 88 now? After all the 24 has done for you? You SUCK Jimmie Johnson! no true 24 fan will ever like u. Greg Durbin (@TrueIndiePix) October 12, 2015 @JimmieJohnson This guy needs to go suck an egg. Laura CS (@LauraSummerOur) October 12, 2015 An egg isn't the first thing I thought of... https://t.co/A6xyfu7AEO Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) October 12, 2015 At least there are some folks on Twitter who have Johnson's back: @JimmieJohnson just another day in jimmie johnson's timeline Алехандро (@motorsport_geek) October 12, 2015 I thought I would get a little slack with the back to back part failures. Guess not. 😎 https://t.co/GsBjGdzKSB Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) October 12, 2015 @JimmieJohnson For the record, I'm a 24 fan, and I like Jimmie. Jen G (@hevenzangl) October 12, 2015 Well thank you and I hope you don't receive any hate tweets. I'm sure "Jimmie's ungrateful" will be in the tweet. https://t.co/fpxnnahNFT Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) October 12, 2015 @JimmieJohnson ever think about blocking people like @KyleBusch always does ? robbie clarke (@montess2006) October 12, 2015 Nope, I would rather have fun with them. https://t.co/q8CORqvUMi Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) October 12, 2015
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This mysterious goo gobbles up everything in its path. It's mesmerizing to watch and a lesson in magnetics.
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Investing in cybersecurity stocks seems like a no-brainer for traders. In the last year or so, we've seen massive data breaches, including health benefits provider Anthem (ANTM), which saw some 80 million accounts compromised, and more than 20 million government employee accounts hacked in a separate event this summer. With hackers on the rise, it's no wonder that investments like PureFunds ISE Cyber Security ETF (HACK) have outperformed in the last year or two, led by top cybersecurity stocks including Palo Alto Networks (PANW) and Fortinet Inc. (FTNT) to name a few; PANW stock is up almost 80% in the last 12 months, while FTNT stock is up about the same. 7 Blue-Chip Stocks for a Santa Claus Rally What Is the Future for Cybersecurity Stocks? But lately, things have been getting more troublesome for cybersecurity stocks. The First Trust NASDAQ CEA Cybersecurity ETF (CIBR) launched in July but is down by double-digits since then, and many of the top picks in the space have softened up, too. So are cybersecurity stocks a buy here on a brief pullback, or are they overbought? Well, in the short term, there may still be plenty of volatility for these stocks and perhaps a bit more pain. Some smaller names like FireEye (FEYE) are still not profitable, and players like Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet are trading for tremendous premiums over forward earnings. PANW stock and FTNT stock, for instance, both trade for a forward price-to-earnings ratio of over 60 as of this writing. However, the long-term picture is still very bullish if you can call it that for hacking and cybersecurity stocks. Cybersecurity More Important than Ever It's not just businesses that need to protect their customers. Consider that the Department of Defense budget for cybersecurity soared in 2014 to $447 million (the latest numbers), up almost 135% from $191 million in 2013. Furthermore, a recent Wall Street Journal article just screamed that the "Cyberwar Ignites a New Arms Race" around the world with this ominous introduction: "Countries toiled for years and spent billions of dollars to build elaborate facilities that would allow them to join the exclusive club of nations that possessed nuclear weapons. Getting into the cyberweapon club is easier, cheaper and available to almost anyone with cash and a computer." In other words, one of the few durable trends that investors can profit from in the next few decades is the rise of hackers and the necessity of strong cybersecurity stocks to defend the U.S. and its businesses against digital mayhem. Say what you want about the short-term valuations, but this long-term threat is real … and taking a position in cybersecurity stocks may be a decent way to protect your money, in more ways than one. Jeff Reeves is the editor of InvestorPlace.com and the author of The Frugal Investor's Guide to Finding Great Stocks. As of this writing, he did not hold a position in any of the aforementioned securities. Write him at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter via @JeffReevesIP. More From InvestorPlace 3 Makers of Medical Devices to Buy Now 6 Monthly Dividend Stocks to Pay Your Bills in Retirement Netflix Prices Must Go Higher to Move Netflix Stock The post Cybersecurity Stocks Are Your Only Safe Bet appeared first on InvestorPlace .
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Tori Kelly Tori Kelly, James Bay and Jess Glynne will sing at the 2015 MTV EMAs. The trio of stars join a packed line up of internationally recognised stars that are set to perform at the European Music Awards - held in the Mediolanum Forum in Milan, Italy, on October 25 - including Pharrell Williams, Ed Sheeran, Rudimental, Ellie Goulding and Jason Derulo. American songstress Tori - who found fame on 'American Idol' - has been nominated for Best New Artist and Best Push and revealed the event will be the "highlight" of her year. The 'Should've Been Us' singer shared: "Performing on the MTV EMAs will definitely be a big highlight of my year. I'm so excited to be a part of such an incredible show and thrilled to have a couple surprises." However it's Taylor Swift who's tipped to be the big winner on the evening having been nominated for a whopping nine awards including Best Pop, Best Live Act, Best Female and Best Song for 'Bad Blood'. And Justin Bieber will also be hoping to win big as he's shortlisted for Best Male and Best Pop as well as four others, while 'Thinking Out Loud' singer Ed and 'Orange is the New Black' actress Ruby Rose will take on hosting duties. Voting for all award categories is open on mtvema.com until October 24.
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Deflation talk these days is mostly centered on the euro zone and parts of emerging markets, but the U.S. is dancing on the brink itself. In fact, if not for a comparatively high inflation rate in the Western quadrant, the U.S. itself actually would have had a negative consumer price index rating in August, driving its economy into the same deflationary malaise found in other slow-growth regions. Of the four Census regions, only the West had a positive CPI for August, according to the most recent figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. And it hasn't just been a recent occurrence. "All price growth in the U.S. in the past eight months came from the West," the St. Louis Federal Reserve said in a report on geographic inflation influences. Inflation in the West has been a full percentage point above the other three regions, all of which experienced deflation. Excluding the West, the national rate of inflation as measured by the CPI would have been -0.19 percent in August, as compared to the already anemic national rate of 0.2 percent, according to the St. Louis Fed. (The September reading will be released Thursday morning.) Annualized inflation in the West was 1.3 percent in August. In the Northeast it was -0.1 percent, -0.2 percent in the South and -0.3 percent in the Midwest. Much of the deflationary pressure came through falling energy prices down 9.5 percent annualized in the West, 14.5 percent in the Midwest, 18.3 percent in the East and 17.1 percent in the South. Low inflation, and the possibility of deflation, presents a daunting conundrum for Fed officials, who have dismissed falling energy prices as transitory despite the fundamental factor of slowing global demand. Wall Street has been waiting all year for signs the U.S. central bank would start down the path to normalizing monetary policy by raising rates for the first time in more than nine years. However, liftoff has been delayed as the Federal Open Market Committee has fussed over when conditions will be ideal for the move. More hawkish members want to raise because they worry the Fed will be too late once inflation accelerates, while also citing the need simply to have wiggle room for policy accommodation that the Fed does not have as long as it keeps its key rate near zero. Futures traders do not believe the Fed will hike until March 2016. "The real case for worrying about inflation getting too high is materially weaker than it was even three weeks ago," Aaroh Kohli, interest rate strategist at BMO Capital Markets, said in an interview. "I really think they want to go. They will find any ray of sunshine they can. But it's going to be materially harder than they make it out to be." Unemployment has fallen well below the 6 percent target the FOMC set. However, inflation has remained beneath the level officials would consider ideal for growth, even by the personal consumption expenditures index the Fed prefers to the CPI. Amid the conflicting signs, individual members have staged an increasingly public debate over policy direction. Nonvoting member James Bullard, who heads the St. Louis Fed, is among those pushing for a rate increase, as he believes policy has helped make "cumulative progress toward committee goals," as he said in a speech Tuesday. Cleveland Fed Gov. Lael Brainard, who does have a vote on the FOMC, countered that deflationary pressures argue against an increase. "Our economy has made good progress toward full employment, but sluggish wage growth suggests there is some room to go, and inflation has remained persistently below our target," Brainard said in a speech Monday. "With equilibrium real interest rates likely to remain low for some time and policy options that are more limited if conditions deteriorate than if they accelerate, risk management considerations counsel a stance of waiting to see if the risks to the outlook diminish." At its September meeting, the FOMC justified holding off yet again on a hike by citing threats from international developments. However, deflationary pressure at home presents a challenge as well. September's nonfarm payrolls report, in addition to showing just 142,000 new jobs created, indicated a slight downturn in wages. Economic growth also looks softer, with the Atlanta Fed estimating a third-quarter gross domestic product gain of just 1 percent, well below the current consensus of 2.5 percent. With economic conditions tightening, Brainard said the net effect of the Fed talking about raising has been the equivalent of two rate hikes. With deflationary pressures building, the case has gotten considerably more difficult for the Fed to move in 2015. "There certainly has been a tightening of conditions," BMO's Kohli said. "The problem for the Fed is this happened much more quickly than they anticipated."
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Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) thinks the Democratic Party should hold more debates. Her call for just that has gotten her disinvited, she says, from Tuesday's debate in Las Vegas.
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From Hollywood to New York and everywhere in between, see what your favorite stars are up to! WORKING MAMA New mom Carey Mulligan looks radiant at the New York City premiere of her film Suffragette Monday night. WHAT A GENTLEMAN Jason Derulo gets the crowd on their feet during his performance at the GQ Gentlemen's Fund Charity Concert in N.Y.C. on Monday. 'HI' STYLE Kirsten Dunst waves to fans and photographers as she arrives at an L.A. taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Monday. WAVE WONDER Liam Hemsworth shows off his swoon-inducing surfing skills in Malibu on Monday. KOVER GIRLS Kris Jenner is joined by daughters Khloé, Kourtney, Kim and Kylie on Monday at Cosmopolitan's 50th birthday celebration in Los Angeles following their November magazine cover. COSMIC INTERVENTION Zoey Deutch and Julianne Hough also come out to party at Monday's Cosmo bash in L.A. HEAVY LIFTING Halle Berry balances a massive bag while doing her Monday shopping in Los Angeles with a friend. SANDY DANDY Gerard Butler and girlfriend Morgan Brown enjoy the Malibu water on Monday. SPOOKY SCARY Christina Applegate and daughter Sadie get into the Halloween spirit with Minnie Mouse on Monday to kick off the annual Halloween Time celebration at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. STAR POWER Kelly Ripa gets up close and personal with her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame after its unveiling on Monday. LIKE A BOSS Melissa McCarthy ditches her fashionable clothing line for a major power suit while filming her upcoming movie, The Boss, in L.A. on Monday. PEACE AND LOVE The ladies of Little Mix pay homage to their new album's title and get weird during a photo shoot in Sydney on Monday. TAKE A STAND Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation ambassador Colin Farrell unveils a new initiative to fast-track the ends of the AIDS epidemic in the Mulanje District of Malawi at a Monday press conference in London. COURT ORDERED Robert De Niro and Michelle Pfeiffer get into character as Bernie and Ruth Madoff while filming the HBO movie The Wizard of Lies at the New York City Supreme Court on Monday. FRIENDLY COMPETITION Los Angeles Dodgers fans Bryan Cranston and Haley Joel Osment play nice with New York Mets supporter Justin Long while the teams take N.Y.C.'s Citi Field on Monday. FAMILY PORTRAIT Melinda Ledbetter and Beach Boy Brian Wilson pose with their on-screen counterparts, Paul Dano and Elizabeth Banks, backstage at the DVD release and musical celebration of Love & Mercy in Los Angeles on Monday. UNBREAKABLE BOND Don't mess! Zosia Mamet and Evan Jonigkeit hang tough on the New York set of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt on Monday. GAME. SET. MATCH. Elton John celebrates scoring a point while competing at the Mylan World Team Tennis Smash Hits charity event in Las Vegas on Monday. JUST IN THE KNICK Andre Holland and Clive Owen talk their show The Knick at Monday's "Meet the Actor" Apple Store SoHo event in N.Y.C. TACO TIME Emmy Rossum demonstrates some rather impressive balance after hitting up a taco place in Sherman Oaks, California, on Monday. WINE TIME NeNe Leakes finds herself in very, very good company celebrating Atlanta Pride at the Barefoot Wine and Bubbly Bear Garten Celebration on Thursday. SPIRIT ANIMALS Gabrielle Union scores a twinning photo with Marnie The Dog and her famous tongue at the N.Y.C. SiriusXM studio on Monday. HIS ROYAL SCRUFFINESS A bearded Prince Harry chats with U.S. player Hayden Smith and South Africa's Victor Matfield during a Rugby World Cup reception at Buckingham Palace on Monday. PLAID POWER Alice Eve hits Monday's Destination By Design launch event in London in a sleeveless plaid coat. GHOUL TIME Taylor Lautner gets into the spirit of Halloween at Knott's Scary Farm in Buena Park, California, on Sunday. MUST LOVE DOGS Jessica Chastain shows off her cuddly friend while promoting her upcoming film Crimson Peak on Despierta América in Miami on Monday. MAN OF THE HOUR It's a scary situation for Goosebumps star Jack Black at his film's N.Y.C. premiere on Monday. WEAR TO? Lily Allen arrives at the Chanel Mademoiselle Privé exhibit in London on Monday. LEADING LADY Olivia Wilde stuns in a white and red gown (plus some major Forevermark Diamonds bling!) alongside fiancé Jason Sudeikis at Sunday's N.Y.C. screening for her film Meadowland. FALL OR NOTHING A smiley Lupita Nyong'o shows off her flawless fall style while out and about in New York City on Saturday. PRETTY LITTLE LADIES Secret's out! Pretty Little Liars stars Ashley Benson and Lucy Hale divulge information on their show's upcoming season on Sunday at N.Y.C.'s PaleyFest. THE ULTIMATE REVIVAL Following the Friday release of her new album Revival, Selena Gomez takes the N.Y.C. Today show stage on Monday. FLORAL FAVORITES Prince William and Princess Kate join forces for a World Mental Health Day event at London's Harrow College on Saturday. ME NEXT! Aziz Ansari hitches a ride you know, casually on Jennifer Lawrence's back post-Saturday Night Live afterparty, where the pair celebrated in N.Y.C. with host Amy Schumer. HORSING AROUND Nikki Reed sees double at the Saturday launch of her new line of eco-friendly purses called Freedom of Animals at Bloomingdale's SoHo in N.Y.C. LOOK OF LOVE Benedict Cumberbatch is caught adoringly gazing at wife Sophie Hunter at a London Film Festival screening for Black Mass on Sunday. SWEET TIMES Happy birthday, Bella Thorne! The star rings in her 18th year with a red three-tiered cake in L.A. on Friday. WORKING GIRL Katherine Heigl keeps it cozy on the N.Y.C. set of her upcoming TV film Doubt on Sunday. SUPERSTAR Bryan Cranston gives the scoop on his animated series Supermansion at New York Comic Con on Sunday. COME TOGETHER Amanda Seyfried promotes her new film Fathers and Daughters alongside Japanese singer Imalu in Tokyo on Sunday. FRONT & CENTER Chaz Bono has all the right moves at the Avalon's Les Girls 15 National Breast Cancer Coalition event in L.A. on Sunday. RED HOT Also at Sunday's Les Girls 15 in L.A.: Spencer Grammer, who performed at the National Breast Cancer Coalition's annual event. CHECKING OFF THE TO-DO LIST Sofia Vergara runs her Sunday errands in style in Beverly Hills. THRILLER NIGHT Jena Malone arrives in style at Saturday's premiere of her new horror movie Angelica in Mill Valley, California. I WOKE UP LIKE THIS Jenny Slate dons a bathroom and slippers on the Beverly Hills set of her film Gifted on Saturday. DAPPER DON Don Cheadle and Alfre Woodard celebrated his film Miles Ahead with Hennessy Paradis Imperial at the closing night party for the New York Film Festival at Tavern On The Green. FUNNY GIRLS Jane Lynch and Emma Stone attend Hammer Museum's Gala in the Garden (sponsored by Bottega Veneta) in Westwood, California, on Saturday. MAD WOMAN On Saturday, Kiernan Shipka attended the Hammer Museum's Gala in Garden, sponsored by Bottega Veneta, in Westwood, California. POWER OF THE MIC Seth Green (left) and Breckin Myer discuss Robot Chicken at the Apple Store in New York City on Saturday. BROADWAY BUDS Jonathan Groff, Camila Alves, Matthew McConaughey, Lin-Manuel Miranda and James Corden posed backstage at Hamilton at the Richard Rogers Theater in New York City on Saturday. GEEK OUT Joss Whedon, Felicia Day, Neil Patrick Harris and Nathan Fillion attendED the "Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog Reunion" during the PaleyFest New York 2015 on Saturday. CON BEAUTY Rashida Jones spoke onstage during New York Comic Con in New York City on Friday. CAKE POP Kendall Jenner (left) joined Cara and Poppy Delevingne at Eva Cavalli's birthday party at One Mayfair in London on Friday. LA GUY On Friday, Ian McKellen attended the SAG Foundation's "Conversations" series in Los Angeles. HIDDLES AND GIGGLES Sienna Miller (left) Tom Hiddleston and Elisabeth Moss joked around during the red carpet at the BFI London Film Festival on Friday. POWER POSSE From left: Rebecca Welsh, Susan Wojcicki, Oprah Winfrey, Salma Hayek Pinault, Gwyneth Paltrow, Anna Kendrick attended Variety's Power of Women even in Los Angeles on Friday. LAUGH OUT LOUD Paper Towns star Halston Sage and Lily Collins can't contain their giggles at the CAA's Young Hollywood Party benefiting Communities in Schools of Los Angeles on Thursday. HIGH SIGN Sienna Miller is happy to oblige fans at a screening of High-Rise at the BFI London Film Festival on Friday. A TRUE GENTLEMAN Also there: her High-Rise co-star Tom Hiddleston, looking as dapper as ever. CARA IN CHARGE Cara Delevingne means serious business after all, she ditched her shoes! while speaking onstage at the Women in the World conference in London on Friday. GLAMOUR GIRL Despite still being in the midst of a bitter custody battle, Kelly Rutherford looks calm and collected as she runs errands in N.Y.C. on Friday. LOOKING FRESH Alfonso Ribeiro, who is currently filling in as host of Dancing With the Stars, answers burning questions during an AOL Build Series talk about America's Funniest Home Videos in N.Y.C. on Friday. GIRL POWER Jenna Dewan-Tatum looks lovely as she attends Variety's Power of Women Luncheon in Hollywood on Friday. I AM TRACEE Tracee Ellis Ross also shows her support at Variety's Power of Women event. SHINE BRIGHT Ellie Goulding lights up the night with a performance at the Intimissimi on Ice 2015 Show in Verona, Italy, on Friday. MEET THE PARENT A day after their red carpet debut, Joe Jonas and Gigi Hadid are joined by her mom Yolanda Foster for a Friday stroll around N.Y.C. LADY WHO LUNCHES Still sporting her vintage wavy locks, Blake Lively takes a break from filming Woody Allen's latest project to grab lunch in the Chinatown neighborhood of N.Y.C. on Friday. LOVERS' LANE Julianne Hough and fiancé Brooks Laich enjoy a Friday hike with their pups near Washington, D.C.
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Texas may be the face of opposition to President Barack Obama's executive actions to delay the deportation of some undocumented immigrants, but not all leaders in the state agree. Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Judge Sarah Eckhardt of Travis County, where Austin is located, want the lawsuit that Texas and other states filed against the program dropped, according to the Texas Tribune . "I urge these state leaders to drop opposition to these federal programs because of the benefits they can provide to our local communities," Adler said Saturday while standing with undocumented immigrants at the nonprofit Workers Defense Project. Adler said at the rally that Texas Gov. Greg Abbott should meet with immigrant families in the community. Such a meeting, he said, could help in understanding the harm brought on them by trying to block Obama's immigration reform efforts. In 2014, Obama tried to implement the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents, also known as DAPA, but Texas and 25 other states blocked Obama's efforts soon after. Abbott filled the lawsuit while he was state attorney general, the Texas Tribune reported. Those who have filed the lawsuit are playing politics with people's lives, Eckhardt said. Immigrants are integral to the economic success of the country, she added. A federal judge in February blocked Obama's executive actions on immigration, saying his administration didn't allow for a longer notification and comment period as required, CNN reported . In May, a federal appeals court sided with Texas and the 25 other states challenging the order, saying that eligible undocumented immigrants can't apply for Obama's program while it is being appealed . New Poll says Texans are divided on Immigration and GOP frontrunner. Trump leads in #Texas . http://t.co/M90gCTlHft pic.twitter.com/Hp1TSWolEq Latinosreadytovote (@latinosready) October 2, 2015 Protesters gathered outside Abbott's home in April, asking him to drop the lawsuit against DAPA and sit down to talk with families about immigration, according to KTRK-TV in Houston .
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Facebook has started serving up billions and billions of videos to its users, by placing the clips in their feeds, between pictures of your friends' kids and stories about people who don't have kids . But what if you wanted to watch a video on Facebook without looking at kids or reading about them? Like you can on YouTube? Now Facebook is going to let you do that, too: The social network says it is testing out a "dedicated place on Facebook for people to go when they exclusively want to watch video," which will help "people discover, watch and share videos on Facebook that are relevant to them." Just like you can do on YouTube, the world's biggest video site. The parallels between the two platforms aren't a coincidence, and Facebook's announcement is one that video industry insiders have expected for at least a year, when Facebook began its video push in earnest: If Facebook was going to really take on YouTube for video viewers' time and, eventually, advertisers' dollars then it would have to offer an experience like YouTube, where you could go look for things you want, instead of waiting for Facebook to show you something you didn't know you wanted. Facebook says the videos you will see in its dedicated hub, inside the Facebook app the feature doesn't have a Facebookian name yet will be generated based on clips you've saved, watched, or that friends have forward to you. The company will also stock it with some topical clips based on current events. While Facebook doesn't describe how that will happen, it's reasonable to assume it will be algorithmically generated in a similar manner to Facebook's "trending" items. So here it comes. You can get a sense of how it works at the 43-second mark in this video, which also references other tweaks Facebook is making to its video offerings (more on that below). For now, though, most of you won't actually see it: Facebook says only a "small number of people" will see the feature. The key question for Facebook and the rest of the video world is whether Facebook's users will actually want to take advantage of a lean-in offering, as opposed to the lean-back-and-we'll-show-you-something-that-will-occupy-you approach that has worked very, very well for Facebook for years. If they do, it means Facebook could have full parity with YouTube and a distribution mechanism that YouTube doesn't have, which could be devastating. In the meantime, Facebook is still experimenting with other approaches. The company says it is expanding its " suggested video" feature , which gives video-watchers the chance to see other, related clips. It also gives advertisers a chance to show their clips, and video-producers a chance to share some of that revenue. It's unclear whether that's working or not, but Facebook says it's going well enough to going to offer the feature to most of its iPhone users, and will bring it to Android users "in the coming months." Facebook says it will start letting people watch clips on a floating screen while continuing to scroll through Facebook another thing you can do on YouTube.
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LOS ANGELES ( TheStreet ) -- Walt Disney -owned sports channel ESPN could see more defections, as TV distributors increase the number of channel packages that exclude ESPN, long a staple of traditional pay-TV bundles. Satellite operators DirecTV and Dish currently offer slimmed-down packages of cable channels that exclude ESPN, and have hinted that more such bundles may be on the way. Cable and satellite operators are increasingly concerned that longtime subscribers will abandon their video services for a collection of online streaming platforms that they're able to pick themselves. Removing ESPN from some subscriber bundles allows distributors to cut costs. As pay-TV distributors have long known, not all of their subscribers watch ESPN or live sports. For Disney, the stakes are high. When Disney CEO Robert Iger in August said that that "ESPN has experienced some modest sub losses," the stock dropped 9.2% the next day. Disney shares have fallen 12% since then. The S&P 500 has declined 3.7% during that same period. In an era marked by consumer choice, Netflix has become standard fare, while viewers can choose from an assortment of Internet-based offerings including Time Warner's HBO NOW, Hulu, Amazon Prime video, Sony's Crackle, Vevo and IAC Interactive 's Vimeo. And that's not even including video streams from Google 's YouTube or Facebook , which also consume viewer attention. To protect their subscriber model from more cord-cutting, pay-TV operators have begun offering lower-priced alternatives. At DirecTV, more than 1 million subscribers, or about 7% of its residential customer base, are signed up for the satellite operator's $49.95 Select package, which doesn't include ESPN, said DirecTV's former CEO, Mike White, during an investor conference call in May. A spokesman for DirecTV, which is now a part of AT&T , said the company wouldn't update that number or provide information on how many customers opt for the lower-cost service. DirecTV dropped ESPN from its Select service about a year ago, the spokesman confirmed. And no wonder: ESPN is the most expensive channel for an operator to carry. ESPN charges $6.10 a month for each subscriber, according to digital consultants SNL Kagan. That's the highest price of any channel. The fee increased at a compounded annual rate of 8.6% over the five years ending in 2014, according to Kagan. On that same August investor conference call, Iger sought to downplay the subscriber decline, saying that a Nielsen estimate in July that ESPN had lost about 3.2 million subscribers over the previous year was an overstatement. Disney is scheduled to report its third-quarter earnings on Nov. 5. But it's clear that ESPN risks losing revenue as distributors seek to assuage their own subscribers eager for choice and lower prices. Comcast , the country's largest cable operator, in July began a beta test in Boston of its $15-a-month Stream service. Stream allows Internet users to watch major broadcast networks, HBO and Comcast's movie streaming service Streampix on mobile devices. It plans to expand Stream to other markets later. Those packages don't include cable channels -- no ESPN. Comcast also offers a similar package of video channels for online customers for around $45 a month. The high cost of the sports channel crimps margins for most operators, who face the unpleasant prospect of raising subscription fees for consumers who are increasingly contemplating dropping their subscriptions in exchange for online video streaming. "Distributors are finally pushing back," said former Universal TV chairman Blair Westlake, who as a Microsoft corporate vice-president negotiated deals with content providers for the Xbox gaming console. "They know if they don't offer their customers a lower priced alternative they could lose them." DirecTV's Select package includes such highly rated cable channels as Bravo, AMC and Lifetime, according to its Web site. While it doesn't offer ESPN, it does offer the Disney Channel. Dish offers its $34.99 Smart Pack , with 55 channels. Smart Pack includes fewer highly rated channels than the DirecTV package. Its lineup includes Animal Planet, the Food Network, Fox News and the Hallmark Channel, according to its Web site. Instead of ESPN, Dish provides subscribers of the package with the CBS Sports Network. In April, ESPN filed a lawsuit against Verizon , asserting that the telecommunications company breached its contract when it began offering a new package that separated channels normally available on basic cable -- including ESPN -- into smaller segments that allowed customers to choose among groups of channels like sports, entertainment and children's programs. "ESPN is at the forefront of embracing innovative ways to deliver high-quality content and value to consumers on multiple platforms, but that must be done in compliance with our agreements," an ESPN spokesman told The New York Times at that time. An ESPN spokeswoman had no comment for this article. Disney's contracts with TV distributors require the TV operators to place ESPN on their "most widely adopted" package of channels, usually the basic package of channels each offers. According to a person with knowledge of those contracts, TV distributors are required to pay penalties if packages without ESPN pass certain subscriber levels.
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Colin Cowherd takes on the Steve Sarkisian story.
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia France has signed deals worth 10 billion euros ($11.4 billion) with Saudi Arabia, said French Prime Minister Manuel Valls on Tuesday, underscoring the shared foreign policy stances that have helped deepen the two countries' military and economic ties. Valls, who announced the deals on his official Twitter account, is in Saudi Arabia with a large delegation of French business representatives and top officials, including Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius and Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian. France's Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the deal includes the start of negotiations to provide Saudi Arabia with its own communication and observation satellites something the kingdom has been coveting as it expands its regional military reach and fights a war against Shiite rebels in Yemen. The two sides also signed deals in Riyadh for $2 billion worth of Saudi public investment in French private funds with a focus on renewable energy and signed a letter of intent for cooperation in that sector. They also signed a cooperation agreement to establish a naval research center and to increase joint military training exercises. The two countries agreed to hold another joint session in Paris next March. The visit to Saudi Arabia is part of a regional tour that included stops in Jordan and Egypt, where a $1.1 billion deal for two French Mistral amphibious assault ships was signed. The French delegation, which arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday, held talks with King Salman, Crown Prince and Interior Minister Mohammed bin Nayef and Deputy Crown Prince and Defense Minister Mohammed bin Salman in the capital, Riyadh. A French official, who spoke anonymously because he was not authorized to speak to the media, says a military helicopter deal is also expected to be signed in Riyadh. In June, Saudi Arabia signed agreements worth billions of dollars to buy 23 helicopters for the Interior Ministry, 50 Airbus jets and two possible nuclear reactors from France. The alliance between France and Saudi Arabia has grown stronger in recent years as ties between Washington and Riyadh cooled under President Barack Obama, particularly following his administration's strong backing of a nuclear deal between Iran and the world powers. Though France was a part of the nuclear negotiations, its position has more strongly reflected Saudi concerns that the deal could bolster Iran's influence in the region if economic sanctions are not lifted gradually. Iran and Saudi Arabia back opposite sides in the civil war in Syria. Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir said in a press conference Tuesday with his French counterpart "there is no future" for President Bashar Assad in Syria, who is backed by Iran and Russia. Valls, meanwhile, also met Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal, chairman of Kingdom Holding Company which owns or manages several iconic landmarks in France, including The Four Seasons Hotel George V and the Le Royal Monceau Hotel. The French delegation additionally took part in a business forum. According to Saudi media, France is the third largest investor in Saudi Arabia and has more than 80 companies operating in the kingdom, employing around 11,000 Saudi nationals. Saudi Arabia is seeking to diversify its economy away from oil and to create more jobs in the private sector for its growing young population. A slump in oil prices has gutted the kingdom's most important source of revenue, forcing it to run a budget deficit and draw from its large foreign currency reserves. John Sfakianakis, the Middle East director for British fund manager Ashmore Group, participated in the Saudi-French business forum and said it was more than just "empty words." "It's actually based on contracts that will materialize," he said. "The Saudi-French business ties are very deep and old, and quite extensive and cover many sectors ranking from defense, security, health care, retail, food sector. It's very important for Saudi's diversification efforts." The visit to Saudi Arabia comes after Paris expanded its airstrikes against the Islamic State group by targeting IS militants in Syria last month for the first time. France had previously targeted IS militants in Iraq, where the group also holds territory. France and Saudi Arabia are both part of the U.S.-led coalition bombing IS. The strong alliance between France and Saudi Arabia was highlighted in May when French President Francois Hollande met with the heads of state of the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council in Riyadh for a meeting in his honor. And in November, France and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement to provide the Lebanese army with $3 billion worth of weapons paid for by Riyadh. The Lebanese military is widely considered much weaker than the Shiite Hezbollah militant group, which is armed and funded by Iran. ___ Batrawy reported from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Associated Press writer Sylvie Corbet in Paris contributed to this report.
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A crowdfunding campaign for a futuristic razor that was suspended from Kickstarter after raising more than $4 million found a new home on Indiegogo on Tuesday . Skarp Technologies' laser razor, a product that promises to end the reign of the traditional razor, had more than 20,000 backers on Kickstarter, but officials failed to provide the crowdfunding site with enough evidence of a working prototype. Projects seeking to fund prototypes are allowed, so long as creators do not offer the finished product as a perk. "We encourage creators to bring early-stage and ambitious ideas to Kickstarter, as those are often the ideas that are most in need of support," a spokesman from Kickstarter told CNBC. "But we require that, from the beginning, backers are given a realistic sense of where the project stands in the development process." That technical violation caused the campaign to be shut down. All pledges to the campaign were cancelled by Kickstarter following the suspension. The site only charges' backers credit cards if a project reaches its goal. Indiegogo, however, allows undeveloped prototypes to be issued as perks, so long as creators promise that they intend to make one. The site also permits campaigns to select a flexible funding plan rather than the all-or-nothing fundraising model of Kickstarter. Skarp Technologies opted for flexible funding and will receive all funding even if it doesn't reach its $160,000 goal. In less than 12 hours, the project has garnered more than $120,000 in Indiegogo pledges. "Indiegogo has shown us that they are as excited about the Skarp Razor as we are," Skarp Technologies wrote on its Indiegogo campaign page. "It's clear they are interested in bringing exciting, cutting edge campaigns to their platform." Social media started showing skepticism about the laser razor even before Kickstarter suspended the project. Some users alleged that Skarp's product utilizes unrealistic technology or would not be viable for mass market release. "It's definitely a laser," John Fourkas, a chemist and chair of the APS Division of Laser Science, told CNBC. The laser runs through an optical fiber, he explained, after watching the demo video. "So, once it touches a hair, enough of the light can leak out of the fiber and some it gets absorbed by the hair and ends up burning the hair off. That part is totally plausible." Fourkas, who is not involved with the project, noted that while the product does appear to work, it may not give users a closer shave than a normal razor. He also raised one other red flag. "I don't know what happens if one of those things breaks. I think that it is likely that it will be reasonably eye safe, but it's certainly a bit of a concern." CLARIFICATION: Kickstarter only charges participants' credit cards when a campaign is fully funded. That was not clear in an earlier version of this article.
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When the NBA holds its annual rookie transition program every August, none of the youngsters who come through the league's New Jersey doors should be able to leave until they hear the story of David West. In this basketball world where missteps and money problems so often lead to lost opportunity and wasted talent, the San Antonio Spurs forward is proof positive that doing things the right way pays off in the end. Even when it doesn't. After 12 seasons, the 35-year-old who had earned two All-Star berths and $87 million in combined salary but had zero championships to his name faced a tough choice: pick up the $12 million player option to play for an Indiana Pacers team that many considered in decline, or take his title pursuit elsewhere while enduring the kind of pay cut that most veterans would never consider. He opted for the latter, signing a veteran's minimum deal with the Spurs that will pay him $1.49 million in all by season's end. But rest assured, West said in a recent chat with USA TODAY Sports, he's already being paid back in other forms. "Towards the end of my career, it's just (about) having options and being able to make decisions based on everything but the fact that I need, need, need money and have to scrape every last dollar out of the NBA," said West, who has a son and a daughter with his wife, Lesley, and is known as one of the more charitable players in today's game. "I'm beyond that at this point in my professional and personal life. "I see guys all the time make decisions based on the money, especially toward the end, just hanging on and trying to make up for mistakes they made earlier. But we're not in that situation." He's not in that boat, of course, because he was smart with his money; because he avoided the traps that basketball players often fall in to. And, because his consistent play, team-first personality and revered leadership skills had teams like the Spurs and the defending champion Golden State Warriors itching to add him during this late stage of his playing days. "My whole career, I've been very strategic about what I've done with my money and how we've invested," West said. "The future is very bright, so when it came down to this basketball decision, I was saying, 'Well, it's not about money at this point, it's about finding … a good basketball environment where I might learn and ultimately compete at the very top. These guys (the Spurs) are there every year. The organization, there's like a mythological lure about them and the way people talk about them. "I've been a Spurs fan my whole life, and having an opportunity and wanting to learn from (Tim) Duncan and Manu (Ginobili) and Tony (Parker) and obviously Coach (Gregg) Popovich and all his knowledge, I just felt like it was a good environment, and it was the best environment." West has made it clear before that San Antonio's landing of forward LaMarcus Aldridge during free agency in July sealed his decision. As such, he's more than happy to be join Ginobili as their second sixth man of sorts. It's a sacrifice of a different kind, however, considering he remains productive enough to play a starting role on most teams (11.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists per game last season). West said he gave serious consideration to joining the Warriors, but the combination of the Spurs' remarkable track record and their understated ways proved the more comfortable fit. The two sides had some shared history, too, as West's New Orleans Hornets fell to the Spurs in seven games during the 2008 Western Conference Semifinals. He was at his best back then, averaging 20.1 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists while facing off against Duncan. "I just felt like this was my speed here (in San Antonio), just sort of the way they do things," West said. "Like I said, being in New Orleans, competing against them, just knowing what the organization was about and what these guys can bring, I just wanted to be a part of it." The freedom required to make that choice, however, was something he earned along the way. "We gave ourselves a shot (in Indiana), four years being there," said West, who was the Pacers' resident locker room leader during that time when they reached the Eastern Conference Finals twice and the semifinals once. "It was time for a changed environment, and obviously looking at my situation, knowing that I had more yesterdays than I do tomorrows, I was just trying to figure out the best situation. Like I said man, I loved my time there. It was just time for me to give myself a crack at this." PHOTOS: NBA preseason highlights
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Participants of a new study who employed a "relaxation response" used fewer health care services a year later. Lifestyle changes play a big role in determining our future health, and the first two we immediately think of are diet and exercise. While these are crucial to our health, a big aspect that isn't discussed as much is mental health and similarly, using relaxation techniques to set the stage for better health later down the road. In a new study out of the Institute for Technology Assessment and the Benson-Henry Institute (BHI) for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, researchers found that people who took part in a relaxation response program used fewer health care services a year later, compared to their use a year before. It proves that learning how to relax though often not a priority in our busy lives can be as beneficial to our future health as exercise. The Relaxation Response Stress is ultimately rooted in our fight-or-flight response, a survival mechanism that helps us avoid dangers by producing a lot of adrenaline, making our hearts race and muscles tense. The fight-or-flight response develops in response to life-threatening situations, but many times it's activated by things that aren't so life-threatening: like job stress, spilled coffee, or a packed train on the way to work. An accumulation of the stress hormones released by repeated activation of the fight-or-flight response leads to detrimental health effects and chronic stress, from high blood pressure and depression to heart disease. That's why Dr. Herbert Benson, founder and director emeritus of the Benson-Henry Institute and an author of the newest study, developed what's known as the "relaxation response" 40 years ago. The essence of the response is to overturn the effects of the fight-or-flight response by focusing on deep breathing, meditation, mindfulness, and prayer to lower blood pressure, breathe more slowly, and reduce muscle tension. The study employed Benson's relaxation response, referring to it as the "physiologic opposite" of the fight-or-flight response. The researchers used data on people who participated in the BHI Relaxation Response Resiliency Program from 2006 to 2014, which helps people cope with stress using the relaxation response, social support, cognitive skills training, and positive psychology. They then measured their use of health services including interactions with any health care providers, imaging studies, lab tests, and procedures before and after their time participating in the relaxation response program. The participants saw an average reduction of 43 percent in their use of health care services in the year after they participated in the program. Relaxation served as a protective feature against future health problems. "Our study's primary finding is that programs that train patients to elicit the relaxation response specifically those taught at the BHI can also dramatically reduce health care utilization," Dr. James Stahl, lead author of the study, said in the press release . "These programs promote wellness and, in our environment of constrained health care resources, could potentially ease the burden on our health delivery systems at minimal cost and at no real risk." Relaxation As Preventive Care The authors conclude that relaxation techniques which can range from Benson's training program to more individual practices, like meditation and yoga are an excellent form of natural preventive care. "I think of it this way; there are many gates to wellness, but not everyone is ready to walk through a particular gate at a given time," Stahl continued in the press release. "From a public health perspective, it is better to be prepared to offer these tools to people in their customary settings than to wait for them to seek out these interventions. For that reason, we feel that mind body interventions which are both low-cost and essentially risk-free should perhaps be incorporated into regular preventive care." Source: Stahl J, Benson H, Dossett M, Denninger J, Mehta D, Goldman R. PLOS ONE. 2015.
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An analyst says that weak commodity imports and price decline are the main reasons for the plunge of Chinese imports last month.
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Volkswagen, confronting a daunting threat to its size and prestige, is making a dramatic pivot to electric vehicles. The move has seemed a likely one since mid-September, when the German company was caught running about 11 million diesel vehicles with fake emissions controls. But the plans it articulated today surpass anything its major rivals have unveiled to date. VW said today (Oct. 13) that it will create a standardized electric architecture that can be used in all VW Group vehicles, and is meant to allow travel of 250 to 500 kilometers (156 to 312 miles) on a single charge. The flagship will be a retooled luxury Phaeton, an $80,000 sedan for which VW had planned only diesel and plug-in hybrid versions for the 2018 or 2019 model years. Now, the Phaeton will be all-electric, the company said, an apparent challenger to the popular Tesla S. The decision significantly raises VW's profile in a coming electric-car collision at the end of the decade, when the world's major carmakers are expected to introduce numerous electric models with lower price points and much better performance than those currently available. For most of the carmakers, the driving force in the launch of electrics has been Tesla, whose CEO, Elon Musk, has fired up electric-car enthusiasm and frightened rivals into thinking they could be left out of a game-changing shift in the market. But for VW, the impulse is pure survival in the top ranks of global carmakers because of the diesel scandal. "The Volkswagen brand is repositioning itself for the future," VW executive Herbert Diess said in a statement. "We are becoming more efficient, we are giving our product range and our core technologies a new focus, and we are creating room for forward-looking technologies by speeding up the efficiency program."
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(Oct. 13) -- A tourism video for an audience of one on the day of the first Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas, which Vice President Joe Biden won't (or will he?) attend. By Griffin Hammond and Matt Negrin.
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U.S. and Russian jets came within visual identification range over Syria, the U.S. military said on Tuesday, adding the incident underscored a need for air safety protocols as the former Cold War foes carry out rival bombing campaigns. U.S. Army Colonel Steve Warren, a Baghdad-based spokesman for the U.S.-led military campaign, told a Pentagon briefing the jets came within miles of each other on Saturday -- the same day U.S. and Russian militaries held talks on safety protocols. Warren said the air crews from both countries acted professionally. (Reporting by Phil Stewart; Editing by Doina Chiacu)
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The Atlanta Falcons may be the biggest surprise of the young NFL season, due in no small part to running back Devonta Freeman.
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Matthew Knowles Michelle Williams is ready for a Destiny's Child reunion. Beyoncé's father Mathew Knowles - who managed the girl group - insists plans are underway for the trio, Michelle, his daughter, and Kelly Rowland, to record a new album and at least one member is already on board. In an interview with the new issue of Heat magazine, Mathew said: "There will be another Destiny's Child album and a reunion. I got a wonderful email from Michelle two nights ago. She said, 'Shouldn't be a problem with you and I. I'm clear on who does what and that's all that matters. I've been clear on my role for 15 years and have no issues.' "We set goals high and only had one - to be the number one female artists of all time." Mathew - who was fired as Beyoncé's manager in 2011 - insists he has always been supportive of the 'Crazy in Love' star and her singer sister Solange and would always have done whatever it took to help them achieve their ambitions, whatever they were. He said: "When my kids were growing up, their mom (Tina) had the number one hair salon in Houston and made a million dollars and their dad was the number-one sales rep for the most prestigious corporation in the world. That's the environment they grew up in. Anything they wanted, I made sure they had the tools to be successful. "Had one of them said, 'I want to be a doctor', I would have said, 'Go to medical school. I'll support you when you graduate, I'd go out and buy a hospital.' I'd want them to work at the hospital we own."
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Former Texas A&M wide receiver Thomas Johnson randomly attacked a jogger early Monday morning and murdered the man with a machete, Dallas police said Tuesday. According to FOX 4 News in Dallas, police say Johnson used the weapon to kill the jogger at around 8 a.m. Monday and later admitted to the crime , calling police from a nearby location to confess. A cyclist witnessed the attack. "You could tell it was a machete, coming down on what I wasn't sure at first but when I got closer I could tell it was a body," the witness, who identified himself as Brandon, told FOX 4. "And he was repeatedly hitting it in the back of the neck." Dallas Police Department Deputy Chief Rob Sherwin said that Johnson was "angry about his situation" and described the murder as "quite shocking." In addition to a criminal record that includes evading arrest, burglary and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, Johnson also has a history of bizarre behavior. The 21-year-old was a highly-touted recruit out of high school, but he suddenly went missing after Texas A&M's upset victory over Alabama in 2012. It was later announced that Johnson, a freshman at the time, was leaving the team. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim.
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Playboy announced it will no longer print pictures of naked women in it's iconic magazine. Keri Lumm (@thekerilumm) reports.
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Now selling at the checkout counter: breath mints, hand sanitizer and…$25 of Berkshire Hathaway stock? In a new twist on the bustling gift-card business, retailers such as Kmart and Office Depot this week are starting to roll out cards that give the recipients small amounts of stock in some of the country's best-known companies. The cards will be available ahead of the holiday shopping season at other retailers, including Safeway Inc., Toys "R" Us and Lowe's Cos. The idea that shoppers might want to pick up some Apple Inc. along with their apples is the brainchild of Stockpile Inc., a Palo Alto, Calif.-based startup. Avi Lele, a former patent attorney and founder of the company, said he came up with the idea when he wanted to give a Christmas gift of stock to his nieces and nephews, and found the need to first gather personal information such as their Social Security numbers too burdensome. "It is taking something complicated and expensive and making it accessible to everyone," said Mr. Lele, who also is Stockpile's chief executive officer. The cards work like traditional gift cards but recipients receive stock instead of merchandise when they cash them in. If they want, customers can swap the shares they have received for other stock. Stockpile is licensed as a broker-dealer, and the Securities and Exchange Commission and other regulators have blessed the cards' rollout. Americans could be harder to win over. Only 13.8% of American families own stock directly, down from nearly 18% before the financial crisis, according to a study released by the Federal Reserve last year. Most Americans prefer to invest through mutual funds and retirement accounts. Gift cards are a different story. That product has exploded, with $93.9 billion loaded on to retail gift cards last year, nearly double the $51.8 billion in 2005, according to Mercator Advisory Group, a consulting firm that specializes in the payments industry. Gift cards are already one of the top-selling products at Giant Eagle supermarkets, which will start stocking the Stockpile cards next month, said Tina Flowers, vice president for specialty merchandising and in-store banking at the regional chain. "We believe it creates a whole new category for us in gift cards," she said. The supermarket chain plans to install a separate rack of the cards at the front of the store and is training employees to answer questions about them. The Stockpile cards cost $4.95 for a $25 card and will be sold in carousels, kiosks and racks alongside the dozens of traditional gift cards distributed by Blackhawk Network Inc., which has more than 180,000 retail locations. The cards say "stock" across the top with the logo of the company so that shoppers won't confuse a gift card for Nike Inc. shares with a card for Nike shoes. The first group of Stockpile cards to hit the racks will offer shares of 20 companies, including Coca-Cola Co., Facebook Inc., Apple Inc. and Berkshire Hathaway Inc., as well as products that follow the S&P 500 index and precious metals such as gold and silver. Buyers can also choose a more general card that gives the recipient a choice of stock. The cards will be available in denominations of $25, $50 and $100, meaning the purchase will often be a fractional share of the stock. A $25 purchase of Berkshire Hathaway's "B" shares, for example, would be less than 20% of one share at Monday's closing price of $133.40. Consumers already can buy fractional shares when they place orders with brokers or reinvest dividend payouts. The gift-card recipient activates the card by registering it on the Stockpile website. There is no activation fee or monthly fee, but aspiring hedge-fund managers beware: any buy or sell transaction costs 99 cents. Shirley Motyka regularly buys gift cards for Barnes & Noble Inc., and thinks the idea of buying stock the same way is a good one. "I have always wanted to get into the stock market business, but I honestly don't have the time to explore what's going on in the market trends of the day," said the 37-year-old biology teacher, who lives in New Milford, Pa. Her pick of Stockpile's new offerings: Tesla Motors Inc., which she calls a "pretty cool" company in which to own shares. Stockpile's investors include venture-capital firm Mayfield Fund, which put up $9 million in the latest $15 million fundraising round, Sequoia Capital and actor Ashton Kutcher, who has backed companies like Skype and social network Foursquare. Quincy Krosby, a market strategist at Prudential Financial, likened the gift card to the old-fashioned savings bonds that generations of children received as gifts. Those bonds have gone out of fashion in recent years. While it is too early to tell if Mr. Lele's product will change the investing landscape, he hopes Stockpile will become a new consumer staple. "Your grocery list," he said, "will be bread, milk, eggs, Apple stock and gold." Write to Robin Sidel at [email protected]
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Museums are a great service to the population, bringing art and artifacts to people who otherwise wouldn't have access to such rarities. The Mini Museum also brings artifacts to the people, but in a much less public way. After buying one, customers receive their own block of resin with a number of tiny specimens encased inside. The inventory of these miniature museums is fairly impressive, including bits of Stegosaurus bone, mammoth meat, and the Berlin Wall. Instead of walking through the wide halls of a museum, owners of the Mini Museum can just sit at their desk and admire their portable collection. These artifacts come from creator Hans Fex, who has been collecting since he was young . At age 11, Fex came up with the idea for the museum blocks, and has since been collecting items with the intention of eventually breaking off small pieces to share with the world. Each artifact found in the miniature museums has been confirmed as authentic Fex met with curators, got pieces examined by experts, and even obtained some of the materials himself (he went all the way to Romania to scoop dirt from Vlad the Impaler's castle). The hard work cost an estimated $300,000, and eventually led him to quit his job to focus on the project. Luckily, his devotion paid off: During his first Kickstarter campaign last year, 5,030 backers pledged a whopping $1,226,811. Fex meticulously crafted each purchased Mini Museum by hand, carefully placing each bit of history in one of thousands of blocks of resin. Each block also came with a piece of microfilm labeled "gratitude," which contained a list of the backers' names as well as a piece of Fex's beard. Fex and customers alike were pleased with the results, leading to a second Kickstarter campaign , which is still going. This time, customers can buy mammoth meat, medieval chain mail, dinosaur skin, and more, all encased in high-quality acrylic. The Mini Museums come in three sizes, with varying numbers of specimens. If you ever wanted to own a tiny piece of Mt. Fuji or some grains of Japanese star sand, now is your chance.
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After rescuing two residents from an apartment fire, two Kansas City firefighters were trapped in the burning building.
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Many in the media decided Hillary Clinton was likely to lose Tuesday's first Democratic presidential debate long before CNN went live from Las Vegas. Bloomberg's Mark Halperin best encapsulated this establishment view this weekend when he said that if Clinton makes a single mistake, it will be the "only story" out of the debate. Setting aside the self-fulfilling nature of that prophecy, it's true that any frontrunner has the most to lose in a political debate. That's why the frontrunners tend to want to limit the number and scope of debates, and challengers generally want as many chances to debate as possible. Clinton has the most to lose in Tuesday night's debate because she's in first place and by a wide margin. Bernie Sanders will get a boost in legitimacy just by being onstage with her, and Vice President Joe Biden can use any flaw, real or perceived, to springboard into the race. The other three candidates onstage Martin O'Malley, Lincoln Chafee, and Jim Webb appear to stand no chance of winning the nomination, but they could certainly damage Clinton by pointing out where she differs from a Democratic base that is increasingly comfortable defining itself as "liberal." In 2008, her debate-night stumble over the question of whether unauthorized immigrants should be permitted to have driver's licenses proved to be one of the turning points in the Democratic primary. None of that means Clinton will lose Tuesday night. Despite the driver's license question, she proved to be a very talented debater in 2008. It's a strength that Barack Obama's team readily acknowledged and one that Clinton's rivals should not take lightly. With a strong performance, she could start to put the field in her rearview mirror and keep Biden on the sidelines. But there are more risks for her than for any other candidate. Here are five of them. 1) The influence of money on politics and policy Clinton has tried to blunt criticism that she's too close to her donors on Wall Street and in corporate America by promising to appoint Supreme Court justices who would reverse Citizens United and by calling for a constitutional amendment banning such soft money from campaigns. But this is still a huge vulnerability for her. Sanders, her closest competitor, doesn't have a PAC and rails constantly about the evils of campaign donors influencing American policy . He's got credibility on the issue, and she's left to argue that she would regulate her friends. Plus, there aren't any major industries she's taking money from that are donating more to other candidates. I met a Sanders voter in Iowa who was critical of Clinton for taking money from employees of private prison corporations. The issue goes beyond the cash her campaign takes from the 1 percent. The Clinton Foundation, where Hillary Clinton worked between her time at the State Department and her presidential run, is awash in money from major corporations that have big business interests inside and outside the US. Vox counted 181 Clinton Foundation donors that lobbied the State Department while Hillary Clinton was secretary, and she and Bill Clinton earned speaking fees from several of them after she left the government. There's no evidence that the Clintons did favors for donors despite a lot of effort to prove that they did but the sprawling web of Clintonworld donors makes many Democrats uncomfortable, and none of the other candidates have such entanglements. 2) The email scandal that continues to haunt Clinton For some time, there have been two Clinton campaigns. The first has been rolling out her platform, raising money, and building an organization on the ground. The second has been responding to the slow burn of an email scandal that still dominates coverage of Clinton in the media. She's likely to be asked a lot of questions about whether she compromised national security by putting her work email on a private server and why she didn't just come clean about it in the beginning. What she and her team have found over time is that there are no good answers. She's been handed a few gifts of late: House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy acknowledged the political nature of the House Benghazi Committee's investigation into Clinton, and one of the panel's staffers says he was fired for not targeting her aggressively enough (a charge the committee disputes). But this has been the singular focus of the media, and Clinton has yet to produce a convincing answer on why she set up her email system the way she did. 3) Clinton's hawkishness doesn't sit well with dovish Democrats Thirteen years ago this week, Clinton voted to give President George W. Bush the authority to invade Iraq, and the debacle there is still the biggest strike against her among many Democratic primary voters. Obama used his prewar warning about Iraq as a bludgeon against Clinton in 2008, and Sanders has been rallying dovish Democrats by talking about his opposition to the war as part of his stump speech. Clinton acknowledged making a mistake, but she's very open to the charge that she's still too hawkish for Democratic primary voters. Webb, who opposed the Iraq War, has been critical of the administration's decision to strike Libya in 2011. Clinton stitched together the international coalition that paved the way for the attack. The policy was successful in driving Muammar Qaddafi from power he was ultimately executed by the side of a road but the country has descended into chaos. In December, Jacob Heilbrunn argued in the New York Times that it was Webb, a former Marine and Navy secretary under Ronald Reagan, who posed the greatest threat to Clinton's candidacy because "divisions over foreign affairs could be a lot harder to paper over" than differences on domestic policy. And Webb has the credibility of a veteran who wore his son's combat boots when he campaigned for the Senate in 2006. Clinton's challenge will be to explain why her "smart power" approach to American foreign policy which includes using the military is the right one, even if many Democrats think she is too quick to embrace force. 4) The debate about debates It's likely that the moderators will try to get Clinton to agree to more than the six debates that have been scheduled by the Democratic National Committee. Her rivals want more debates, and DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz (my former boss and a longtime Clinton ally) has been harshly criticized by other candidates and even two of the committee's vice chairs for holding firm on the number. One vice chair, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard , says she was told by a DNC official that she shouldn't attend the Las Vegas debate because she has been a vociferous supporter of increasing the number of debates. At a party meeting in Minneapolis in August, O'Malley accused the DNC and Wasserman Schultz of designing a debate schedule "rigged" to help Clinton win. Clinton probably doesn't want a string of extra chances for the other Democrats to upset her campaign, but arguing to stick to the schedule reinforces the idea that she doesn't want an open competition. 5) Letting her aides play by a different set of rules One of the big knocks on Clinton from Republicans and Democrats alike is that she plays by her own set of rules. The email scandal is exhibit A. But there's a new line of attack that Clinton's likely to have to answer for: letting her aides work for State and outside entities at the same time. The Washington Post reported Monday that Clinton's chief of staff, Cheryl Mills, had a special temporary employment status for her first four months at State so that she could continue negotiating a deal to put a campus of New York University in Abu Dhabi. That follows on the story that Clinton's deputy chief of staff, Huma Abedin, was allowed to invert her relationship with State to that of a contractor while she worked on the outside for Teneo, an international consulting firm. Clinton's critics say these arrangements presented potential conflicts of interest for Mills and Abedin, though they both strenuously deny that they did anything improper. Clinton's Republican adversaries say she plays by a different set of rules than everyone else, an umbrella argument that covers her top aides' ability to draw outside income at State and her exclusive use of a private email server.
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10 Ways to Burn 1,000 Calories and Not Even Realize It 10 Ways to Burn 1,000 Calories and Not Even Realize It Working out is a lot easier when it doesn't feel like, well, work.Luckily, how hard you're exercising and how hard you think you're exercising are two different things. And the latter called the rate of perceived exertion (RTE) might be more in your head than in your muscles.After all, there's a reason the treadmill's nicknamed the "dreadmill," and that people forgo their workouts when their playlists run dry. In fact, a 2012 review published in the International Revue of Sport and Exercise Psychology concluded that listening to upbeat music not only reduces ratings of perceived exertion, but improves the body's energy efficiency and spurs better performances.That's the true beauty of playing with your RPE. Employ a few tricks to lower it, and you can actually work out harder, longer, and without breaking a sweat (or at least feeling like you are.) Plus, chances are, you'll have a lot more fun while you're at it, explains exercise physiologist Mike T. Nelson, Ph.D., C.S.C.S. And that's key to sticking with any workout over the long haul.Four Tips to Stay Motivated >>>So what cuts your RPE, apart from the obvious blaring of tunes and absence of ball chafing? Here's an idea: On your next run, try simply looking ahead rather than all around. In a 2014 New York University study, when racers kept their fixed eyes on a target straight in front of them, they perceived the finish line to be closer and the trek to be easier. They also finished the course 23 percent faster than those who took in the sites.Meanwhile, a hilarious study out of Northumbria University in the U.K. found that when guys work out in the presence of a female onlooker, their RPE drops. However, when the spectator is a fellow male, the exercisers' RPE goes up. So yeah, you might want to sub in your girlfriend as your new workout buddy.Still, one of the easiest ways to slash your RPE and up your fitness results is just to get with activities you actually enjoy. Here are 10 that will torch 1,000 calories* before you even realize it.* Based on the average man weighing 195.5 pounds8 Fat-Burning Water Sports That Will Torch Calories >>> 1) Hiking: 1:50 "You're going to work your lower body in a way you'll never be able to at the gym," explains trainer Mike Donavanik, C.S.C.S., creator of Extreme Burn DVDs. Between the constant incline (or decline if you're headed back down the hill), varied steps, and backpack weighing you down, the constant leg and calorie workout equate to a huge caloric burn.Fit For Adventure: Hiking Essentials >>> 2) Mountain Biking: 1:20 Mountain biking forces you to work your glutes, quads, core, and back harder than you ever will on a stationary bike. Plus, the scenery is so much better.The Best Bikes of 2015-2016 >>> 3) Football: 1:25 Right in time for fall, football hones your speed and agility, while requiring quick bursts of energy and explosive movements that burn calories and build muscle, he says.The 20 Fittest NFL Players of 2015 >>> 4) Kayaking: 2:15 "Kayaking works your upper body and core strength all the way," Donavanik says. "Half of your body is pretty much taken out of the equation, so now you have to balance the kayak in the water while navigating and propelling yourself forward. You're constantly pulling and pushing." Bonus points if you can beat the current.11 Intense Movie Star Workouts you Can Totally Steal >>> 5) Rock Climbing: 1:00 Rock hard bodies are up the mountain (or the wall). Rock climbing fires up every muscle in your body for a crazy burn with muscle-building benefits. Plus, the focus on grip strength can seriously improve your rowing/pulling performance in the gym, he notes.The Ultimate Indoor Rock Climbing Workout >>> 6) Basketball: 1:30 If you're standing still during a game of basketball, you're doing it wrong. An honest effort can keep you running intervals for hours, he says. Meanwhile, the quick directional changes work your abductors and adductors (which are often missed in the gym) while upping your coordination.7 Diet Tips to Look Better Naked >>> 7) Soccer: 1:20 It's the metabolic equivalent of running sprints but with your eye on the ball, you'd never know it. Plus, all of the explosive ball handling equates to even more calories torched. Eat to Get Ripped >>> 8) Scuba Diving: 1:35 It's called "the lazy man's sport," but diving burns as many calories as jogging. That's because apart from those calories burned swimming, your body expends major energy to keep your body temperature up. Plus, if you're doing a beach dive, you're going to burn even more calories walking down the beach to your dive spot while carrying 100-plus pounds on your back and waist. 7 Next-Level Tips For Sharp, Defined Abs >>> 9) Skiing: 1:40 Getting down the mountain (without falling) takes some serious effort, burning 10 calories per minute. But climbing uphill is even harder. Uphill cross-country skiing can burn up to 25 calories every. single. minute.9 Most Basic Facts About Losing Love Handles and Belly Fat >>> 10) Hockey: 1:15 Apart from missing teeth, hockey players are known for their chiseled bodies. It's no surprise why. "When you play hockey, it's like you're in a squat for the entire game," Donavanik says. "Plus, unlike running, you need to push out laterally, so you're getting a ton of glute, quad, and hamstring activation that you would never get in the gym." Fire up those muscles the biggest ones in your body and you'll burn more calories than you'll know what to do with.10 Diet Tips to Cut Body Fat - For Good >>>
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USA Today Sports' Jeff Gluck breaks down the Hollywood Casino 400.
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