Year: 2020
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It’s official: Five-time Pro Bowler Campbell to join Ravens
The Ravens have announced the deal that secured defensive end Calais Campbell, a skilled run-stopper who also has a knack for getting to the quarterback
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Vikings bringing back kicker Bailey
Dan Bailey is returning as the Minnesota Vikings’ kicker. The team announced they agreed to a deal with the veteran, who will be entering his 10th NFL season.
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London to stay open as UK could ‘turn the tide’ of the coronavirus in the next 12 weeks, Prime Minister Johnson says
iStock/pcruciatti(LONDON) — Prime Minister Bori Johnson said the U.K. could “turn the tide” of the coronavirus outbreak in the next 12 weeks if the public follows government guidance on social distancing and isolation. But he [Read More…]
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Grandma gets 95th birthday surprise from safe distance amid coronavirus pandemic
Sara Byrne/Instagram(SYRACUSE, N.Y.) — A 95-year-old in self-quarantine received a surprise birthday visit from family during the global coronavirus crisis. On March 18, Kathleen “Katie” Byrne of Syracuse, New York, was greeted at a safe [Read More…]
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NBA tells teams to keep players, staff out of practice, training facilities
The NBA has told its teams to close its training and practice facilities to all players and staff starting Friday, saying the shuttering will last indefinitely.
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Mariners latest club to shut down spring training operations
Mariners latest club to shut down spring training operations
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Should you still be renting clothing amid COVID-19?
iStock/chokja(NEW YORK) — The global coronavirus crisis has directly affected many industries, and some of fashion’s go-to rental-clothing services are being examined through a closer lens. Over the past several years, companies such as Rent [Read More…]
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How a Jane Doe child case uncovered a serial killer, identified victims and changed the use of DNA forensics forever
New Hampshire Dept. of Justice(LOS ANGELES) — Former California homicide detective Roxane Gruenheid had helped put a murderer behind bars, and yet, there was something about the suspect that nagged at her — something in his murky [Read More…]
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American furloughed from Iranian prison as coronavirus raises concerns for those detained abroad
Courtesy White Family(NEW YORK) – Iran has granted medical furlough to a former U.S. Navy veteran who had been detained for over 600 days on trumped up charges, according to his family and Secretary of State Mike [Read More…]
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Column: As the game goes on Down Under, will others follow?
There’s an intriguing experiment going on Down Under
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MLB nixes games in Mexico, Puerto Rico; Cards games in London still on slate
Major League Baseball called off two regular-season games in Mexico City and three in Puerto Rico because of the new coronavirus.
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How the alcohol industry is helping combat coronavirus
Destilería Serrallés, Inc.(DUBLIN, Ireland) — Businesses around the world have come up with unique ways to help their communities amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the spirits industry has pivoted from providing stiff drinks to [Read More…]
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On This Day: Tyus Edney save the UCLA Bruins in the second round of the 1995 NCAA tournament
College basketball’s most-storied program won its last championship in 1995, thanks to an unforgettable buzzer-beater in the second round.
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WWE Superstars react to Rob Gronkowski announcing he’ll host a two-night WrestleMania
WrestleMania 36 is set to be a two-night event emanating from the Performance Center, hosted by Rob Gronkowski. This is going to be epic.
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Some Spanish clubs decide to leave virus tests for others
Some Spanish clubs decide to leave virus tests for others
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March Madness memories: Farokhmanesh, Chalmers and more
With no March Madness, basketball fans can only reflect on the big games, shots and moments that define this time of year.
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MLB calls off games in Mexico, Puerto Rico
Major League Baseball has called off what was to be its first two regular-season games in Mexico City
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Today, Tomorrow, and the Long View Ep. 5
In this episode of Today, Tomorrow, and the Long View Brownfield’s Meghan Grebner speaks with Lance Albin, president of UMB Bank’s Agribusiness Division about the importance of working capital ratio and how farmers can work [Read More…]
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Perdue says food system alive and well
Ag Secretary Perdue says the food system is alive and well in the U.S. amid the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking on a Florida radio station Wednesday, Perdue said USDA meat inspectors are on the job, food [Read More…]
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Farm Bureau highlights immediate issues facing agriculture
American Farm Bureau has released its first assessment of the impact on farmers and ranchers as the nation addresses the coronavirus pandemic. President Zippy Duvall says AFBF has been in contact with administration officials [Read More…]