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Total 100 articles, created at 2016-08-30 06:01 1 Gene Wilder death: Star of Willy Wonka dies aged 83 (3.12/4) US actor Gene Wilder, remembered by many for his lead role in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, dies aged 83, his family confirms. 2016-08-30 00:27 2KB www.bbc.co.uk 2 Ron Rivera on Colin Kaepernick and the National Anthem

(2.07/4) Following practice Monday, Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera gives his opinion of 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand during the playing of the National Anthem. 2016-08-30 00:29 2KB www.charlotteobserver.com 3 Detroit mayor cites progress in school health, safety fixes

(1.10/4) Detroit school officials have spent $2.5 million on repairs and cite significant progress on building conditions a week before doors open for the new academic year, Mayor Mike Duggan said Monday. 2016-08-29 16:58 1KB www.charlotteobserver.com 4 Beats and barbecues at the Notting Hill Carnival

(1.02/4) Joining the crowds for the Grand Finale parade during the 50th anniversary of the Notting Hill Carnival. 2016-08-30 00:27 3KB www.bbc.co.uk 5 Anthony Weiner scandal: Huma Abedin splits from sexting husband (1.02/4) Hillary Clinton's personal aide, Huma Abedin, says she is separating from her husband, disgraced former politician Anthony Weiner, amid a new sexting scandal. 2016-08-30 00:27 3KB www.bbc.co.uk 6 Apple facing record bill for Irish tax Apple could be ordered to pay billions of euros in back taxes in the (1.02/4) Republic of Ireland under a European Union ruling expected on Tuesday. 2016-08-30 00:27 2KB www.bbc.co.uk 7 300 wild reindeer killed in lightning strike in Norway – video (1.02/4) 323 wild reindeer including 70 calves are killed after lightning struck in Norway on Friday. 2016-08-29 22:01 1KB www.theguardian.com

8 Brazil president Dilma Rousseff comes out fighting in impeachment trial (1.02/4) The Workers’ party leader could be ejected from power by the senate within days but the former Marxist guerrilla told her accusers the process amounts to a coup 2016-08-29 19:45 9KB www.theguardian.com 9 Racism row over South Africa school's alleged hair policy (1.02/4) Pupils at Pretoria high school for girls say they were forced to chemically straighten their hair and not have ‘untidy afros’ 2016-08-29 17:47 2KB www.theguardian.com 10 Mylan announces $300 generic EpiPen at 3x original price — RT America (1.02/4) In another attempt at quelling public outcry over the skyrocketing price of the lifesaving EpiPen, maker Mylan has announced that it will begin selling a generic version of its allergy medication injector ‒ at the low, low cost of $300. 2016-08-29 17:24 4KB www.rt.com 11 School asks high court to hear transgender bathroom case (1.02/4) A Virginia school board urged the U. S. Supreme Court on Monday to weigh in on whether a transgender male must be allowed to use the boys bathroom at his high school, framing it as an issue of national importance. 2016-08-29 17:12 2KB www.heraldonline.com 12 Defendant who shot and killed friend in Rock Hill apologizes in court

(0.01/4) Robreece Pickett apologized in court for his role in the Rock Hill accidental shooting death of a friend, Ja'Terreon Thorne, before his sentencing on manslaughter and other charges. Thorne's mother, Tamika Douglas, told the court her son who died received a life sentence. 2016-08-30 00:25 3KB www.heraldonline.com 13 A decade on, vaccine has halved cervical cancer rate The world's first cancer vaccine has halved the number of new cervical cancers ten years after it was first administered in Australia. 2016-08-30 00:27 3KB www.bbc.co.uk 14 Plane makes emergency landing after tyre bursts on take off A plane flying from Amsterdam to Manchester makes an emergency landing at Birmingham Airport after a tyre burst in flight. 2016-08-30 00:27 1KB www.bbc.co.uk

15 These are America's hardest-working cities This ranking looked at data on average weeks worked per year, average hours worked per week and labor force participation 2016-08-30 00:26 7KB www.cbsnews.com 16 Early human ancestor Lucy 'died falling out of a tree' New evidence suggests that the famous fossilised human ancestor dubbed 'Lucy' by scientists may have died falling from a great height - probably from a tree. 2016-08-30 00:27 6KB www.bbc.co.uk 17 German plan to force mums to name lovers in paternity cases Germany's justice ministry drafts a law requiring mothers in paternity disputes to reveal who they slept with when their child was conceived. 2016-08-30 00:27 2KB www.bbc.co.uk 18 Accused Rock Hill killer fires lawyer Quinteris Miller of Rock Hill explains why he wants to fire his attorney. Miller is scheduled for trial next month. He is accused of killing Anthony Hart in a street feud. 2016-08-30 00:25 2KB www.heraldonline.com 19 John Lennon's killer Mark Chapman denied parole again John Lennon's killer Mark Chapman is denied parole for a ninth time because of the "premeditated and celebrity seeking nature of the crime". 2016-08-30 00:25 1KB www.bbc.co.uk 20 US rapper Rhymefest invites Donald Trump to Chicago US rapper and activist Che "Rhymefest" Smith invites Donald Trump to Chicago to counter the Republican presidential nominee's bleak picture of the city. 2016-08-30 00:25 3KB www.bbc.co.uk ﺻﻔﺤﺎت ﺧﺎﺻﺔ ﺻﻔﺤﺎت ﺧﺎﺻﺔ ﻋﺪﺳﺎت أﻗﺴﺎم 21 ﻣﺘﻨﻮﻋﺔ ﺧﺎرج اﻟﺘﻐﻄﻴﺔ ﺑﺎﻟﻌﺮﺑﻴﺔ ﻳﻘﺪم آﺧﺮ وأﻫﻢ اﻷﺧﺒﺎر اﻟﺴﻴﺎﺳﻴﺔ ﻣﻦ ﺟﻤﻴﻊ أﻧﺤﺎء اﻟﻌﺎﻟﻢ، CNN ﻣﻮﻗﻊ اﺿﺎﻓــﺔ اﻟﻰ أﺑﺮز أﺧﺒــﺎر اﻻﻗﺘﺼـﺎد واﻟﺮﻳﺎﺿــﺔ واﻟﺘﻜﻨﻮﻟﻮﺟﻴـﺎ ... زوروا اﻟﻤـﻮﻗﻊ Bytesوﺷﺎﻫـﺪوا أﻓﻀﻞ اﻟﻔﻴﺪﻳﻮﻫﺎت واﻟﺘﻘﺎرﻳﺮ واﻟﺼﻮر. 30-08-2016 00:25 952 rss.cnn.com 22 Week 1 prep football schedule: Non-district matchups set to go Jesuit-Easton, Curtis-Landry-Walker, McDonogh 35-St. Aug among top games 2016-08-30 00:25 2KB highschoolsports.nola.com

23 Science: A Short Story Several years ago Uncle Sam declared Jones, a man in his mid- 40s, to be uniquely entitled to retire immediately at double his... 2016-08-30 00:27 4KB spectator.org 24 A Coupla Resentful Ignoramuses It doesn’t seem to matter how unlikely, ahistorical, or plain dumb the story is (or as we have learned to say,... 2016-08-30 00:27 2KB spectator.org 25 England football coach Allardyce calls up Antonio for World Cup qualifier New England football head coach Sam Allardyce has named uncapped West Ham winger Michail Antonio in his squad for their 2018 World Cup Group F qualifier against Slovakia on September 4 2016-08-29 22:59 1KB www.mid-day.com 26 Aussie pacer Coulter-Nile faces lengthy absence after bone stress injury Australia pacer Nathan Coulter-Niles horror run of injuries continued as he was diagnosed with a bone stress injury on Monday that will require a 2016-08-29 22:53 2KB www.mid-day.com 27 ISL: Delhi Dynamos' Florent Malouda returns as marquee player Delhi Dynamos today announced the return of UEFA Champions League winner Florent Malouda as their marquee player for the upcoming season of the Hero Indian Super League 2016-08-29 22:50 2KB www.mid-day.com 28 La Liga: Rakitic's header gives Barcelona 1-0 win over Bilbao Ivan Rakitic knocked in a decisive header in the first half of Barcelona's 1-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao 2016-08-29 22:49 1KB www.mid-day.com 29 CRPF to appoint PV Sindhu as Commandant and brand ambassador Country's largest paramilitary force CRPF has decided to appoint Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu as it's brand ambassador and bestow the honorary rank of Commandant on the ace badminton player 2016-08-29 22:48 2KB www.mid-day.com

30 Germany says Facebook must do better about removing hateful content Interior minister calls for more proactive approach to cracking down on racist and violent posts from users 2016-08-29 22:17 3KB www.theguardian.com 31 Malcolm Turnbull's popularity at new low, Newspoll shows Satisfaction levels drop six percentage points since election to 34%, the lowest since he ousted Tony Abbott from office 2016-08-29 22:00 1KB www.theguardian.com 32 Amnesty International calls on Israel to ensure free trial for World Vision staffer On August 4, an Israeli court charged El-Halabi with funneling money to the Izzadin Kassam Brigades, Hamas’s armed wing. 2016-08-29 21:53 3KB www.jpost.com 33 3,000 migrants rescued at sea off Libyan coast – video Over 3,000 migrants are rescued on Monday off the coast of Libya with the majority of them hailing from Eritrea and Somalia. 2016-08-29 21:40 1KB www.theguardian.com 34 A San Francisco Forty-whiner Contact WND Order Branco’s first book of politically incorrect — and hilarious — cartoons Click here for reuse options! 2016-08-29 21:33 1KB www.wnd.com 35 Facebook changes 'Trending' in wake of political bias charges Contact WND (ABCNEWS. GO) — After facing accusations that Facebook’s staff were being biased in their selection of stories for prominent placement on users’ newsfeeds, the company has announced that it is streamlining its “Trending” module so that the selection of topics is more automated. The social... 2016-08-29 21:31 1KB www.wnd.com 36 Former San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't respect Colin Kaepernick's actions Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh, while respecting Colin Kaepernick's right to protest, doesn't agree with his former quarterback's "motivation or the action. " 2016-08-29 21:22 6KB www.espn.com 37 2016 US Open -- Men's first-round matches at National Tennis Center Rafael Nadal, who hasn't played in a major since withdrawing prior to the third round of the French Open, won in straight sets Monday at the US Open. 2016-08-29 21:22 2KB www.espn.com 38 ‘We’re not going home’: inside the North Dakota oil pipeline protest – video There is a battle under way over plans for a multibillion-dollar oil pipeline in North Dakota that tribal members fear will pollute local drinking water 2016-08-29 21:13 1KB www.theguardian.com 39 Joe Hart: Man City keeper to have Torino medical before loan move Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart leaves England training to have a medical at Torino with a loan move edging closer. 2016-08-29 20:56 1KB www.bbc.co.uk 40 Myke Tavarres of Philadelphia Eagles changes plans, will stand for national anthem Rookie linebacker Myke Tavarres no longer plans to sit out the national anthem when the Eagles host the Jets in their preseason finale Thursday, according to his agent. 2016-08-29 20:56 4KB www.espn.com 41 Trader Joe's v Pirate Joe's, again: case against knockoff will return to court Appeals court rules lawsuit can proceed in Washington state because the renegade Canadian store could devalue an American-held trademark 2016-08-29 20:48 3KB www.theguardian.com 42 Paul 'ReDeYe' Chaloner 59 games and 20 years later, Paul Chaloner is still the leading voice of esports. 2016-08-29 20:43 12KB www.espn.com 43 Korean pitcher's outrageously bad pickoff attempt almost takes out baserunner The baserunner might be scarred for life. 2016-08-29 20:40 1KB www.espn.com 44 Nick Chubb of Georgia Bulldogs cleared for season opener vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Georgia running back Nick Chubb, who has rushed for 2,294 yards and 21 touchdowns in less than two full seasons of work, will return from his horrific knee injury less than a year later. 2016-08-29 20:19 5KB www.espn.com

45 Dad notices couple staring at his son in Cracker Barrel, finds uplifting note on his windshield WILLOUGHBY, Ohio — A dad was enjoying breakfast with his son at a Cracker Barrel restaurant in Ohio when he noticed an older couple staring and him and his son. “I noticed this older couple over in… 2016-08-29 20:16 1KB fox13now.com 46 Juan Gabriel dead at 66, days after last concert Juan Gabriel, the prolific Latin American music icon, died in Santa Monica, California, two days after performing in his final concert. 2016-08-29 20:14 5KB rss.cnn.com 47 San Diego Chargers sign defensive end Joey Bosa to 4-year deal Joey Bosa, the third overall pick of the draft, has signed his four- year deal with the Chargers after a month-long contract dispute. 2016-08-29 20:12 3KB www.espn.com 48 New safety-tested US generic baby formula coming soon to Israeli market Shufersal, Israel’s largest retail chain, to distribute Perrigo’s kosher formula across country. 2016-08-29 20:12 8KB www.jpost.com 49 US, India sign major military pact amid Chinese concerns — RT News The US and India have signed a major military deal facilitating the bilateral use of navy bases, allowing Washington to boost its military presence on China’s doorstep. 2016-08-29 20:09 3KB www.rt.com 50 Juan Gabriel: 5 things about the late music legend Whether you're a longtime fan or a new convert just getting acquainted with Juan Gabriel's work, here are five things you should know about the late music legend. 2016-08-29 19:56 3KB rss.cnn.com 51 Time for the Los Angeles Sparks to prove they're a contender Opening with two losses has marked a difficult WNBA re-start for Los Angeles, but it's also showed the Sparks what they have to do -- and avoid doing -- to have a long postseason run. 2016-08-29 19:54 9KB www.espn.com

52 Recipe: Caramel Apple Dessert Ruthie Knudsen shared her delicious, lightened up, caramel apple dessert recipe with us. For more delicious recipes visit www.cookingwithruthie.com Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 12 Ingredients Crust… 2016-08-29 19:50 1KB fox13now.com 53 ‘Nearly impossible’ raccoon died from drinking water in American Fork Canyon WARNING: Video below shows dying raccoon. Viewer discretion advised. AMERICAN FORK CANYON, Utah – Wildlife Program Manager of the Central Region Riley Peck spoke to Fox 13 about the chance … 2016-08-29 19:48 2KB fox13now.com 54 ‘Dumb decision’: Cops pepper-sprayed 84- yo black woman (VIDEO) — RT America Police in Muskogee, Oklahoma are facing a backlash after releasing bodycam footage showing an officer pepper-spraying an elderly African-American woman inside her home. 2016-08-29 19:48 3KB www.rt.com 55 Police video shows dialogue after baby's death It wasn't until later that detectives were notified by hospital staff that the baby had injuries consistent with rape and it appeared to have happened within the past few days. 2016-08-30 00:27 2KB www.chron.com 56 US meets goal of admitting 10,000 Syrian refugees ahead of schedule Obama administration has been criticized for moving too slowly to respond to the five-year crisis in Syria, amid opposition to refugees from Republicans 2016-08-29 19:39 4KB www.theguardian.com 57 Gordhan has fired political equivalent of bazooka at Molefe‚ says DA The Democratic Alliance says it welcomes the fact that Minister of Finance Pravin Gordan has taken the fight to Eskom CEO Brian Molefe‚ accusing him of failing to cooperate and undermining a review of coal contracts concluded between Eskom and Tegeta Exploration & Resources that is being conducted by National Treasury. 2016-08-29 19:39 1KB www.timeslive.co.za 58 Vintage inspired clothing Nicole Choules, the owner of Hum Stitchery, showed us some of her cutest creations. She makes vintage inspired clothing for kids, and soon for adults, too! She will be at Beehive Bazaar September 1… 2016-08-29 19:38 758Bytes fox13now.com

59 Germany mulls plan to force mothers to reveal child’s biological father Proposed ‘milkmen’s kids law’ aims to give greater protection to ‘false’ fathers and help settle disputes over support payments 2016-08-29 19:21 2KB www.theguardian.com 60 Don't wear skirts in India for your own safety, tourism minister says India's tourism minister is backing off comments he made suggesting female tourists avoid wearing skirts while visiting India. 2016-08-29 19:21 2KB rss.cnn.com 61 How to avoid empty nester divorce Therapist Candice Christiansen shared 4 ways couples can avoid empty nester divorce. 1- Stay connected 2-Similar interests 3- Keep the spark alive 4-Plan ahead For more tips and information go to na… 2016-08-29 19:09 778Bytes fox13now.com 62 Eskom is shocked at Treasury’s accusation of lack of co-operation In what has become a escalating public spat between the Treasury and Eskom‚ the parastatal has expressed shock at the Treasury’s accusation that it has not been co-operating with the review of coal contracts‚ insisting that it has. 2016-08-29 19:06 4KB www.timeslive.co.za 63 Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott says he's learning to handle the scrutiny Ezekiel Elliott, who was criticized by the Cowboys for visiting a marijuana store before their game in Seattle, says he's learning to handle the scrutiny. 2016-08-29 18:52 2KB www.espn.com 64 Five family members die in suspected murder-suicide in Ireland Three boys aged six, 11 and 13 among those found dead at house in County Cavan 2016-08-29 18:31 2KB www.theguardian.com 65 Dramatic photos show refugees fleeing Libya being rescued at sea Images of rescue operation in the Mediterranean capture plight of those desperate to reach Europe 2016-08-29 18:23 3KB www.theguardian.com 66 Ben Ryan honored with plot of land and Fijian title One of the most inspiring stories of Rio 2016 is reaching its emotional end, as Ben Ryan prepares to finish his coaching stint with Fiji's champion rugby sevens team. 2016-08-29 18:23 3KB rss.cnn.com 67 Mix 93.8 FM rapped over knuckles for ‘provocative’ report Johannesburg community radio station Mix 93.8 FM will now try to steer clear of airing controversial news‚ after the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) rapped it over the knuckles for one its reports. 2016-08-29 18:19 3KB www.timeslive.co.za 68 Mom of slain Chicago woman weeps for grandchildren, forgives killers Losing a child is more than most parents can bear. But having to explain the loss to your grandchildren can be just as heartbreaking. 2016-08-29 18:17 2KB rss.cnn.com 69 Blue Bulls suffer injury blow to Kirsten In addition to their 19-26 defeat to the Sharks at the weekend‚ the Blue Bulls have been dealt a further blow following the loss of flanker Jannes Kirsten. 2016-08-29 18:00 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 70 Team USA goalie Ben Bishop picks his top tournament players Alex Ovechkin's slapper, Steven Stamkos' snipe and T. J. Oshie's dipsy-doodle are all on the watch list of Team USA goalie Ben Bishop heading into the World Cup of Hockey. 2016-08-29 18:00 7KB www.espn.com 71 Ashley Graham: 'Embracing my cellulite' helped me land the cover of Sports Illustrated "I'm very proud of my size 14 hips," Ashley Graham told CNN at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night. 2016-08-29 17:58 1KB rss.cnn.com 72 Women in burkinis and men in suits Letters: The display of men controlling how women dress after burkini bans reminded me of my humiliation at an open-air pool in Ruislip in 1957 2016-08-29 17:52 1KB www.theguardian.com 73 China’s proud 300-year history of female- led mosques is an inspiration to the west Letters: Female imams in Henan, central China, are delighted that their proud history of female-led Islamic institutions has proved inspirational in the opening of women’s mosques in the US and Europe 2016-08-29 17:51 2KB www.theguardian.com 74 SA steams towards victory over New Zealand in second test at Centurion Volunteer opener Quinton de Kock helped himself to his second half-century of the match as SA continued their dominance of the second test against New Zealand at Centurion on Monday. 2016-08-29 17:49 3KB www.timeslive.co.za 75 Clemson Tigers QB Deshaun Watson won't change style because of bright NFL future Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson said he won't change his style and that he has no worries about running the ball this season. 2016-08-29 17:45 3KB www.espn.com 76 Egg, Spinach and Cheese Breakfast Scramble 12 medium eggs 3 tablespoons milk 3 sprigs fresh thyme, removed from stems 1 teaspoon dried basil 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups loosely packed baby spinach, chopped 1/2 (14.5 oz.) can black beans, ri… 2016-08-29 17:37 1014Bytes fox13now.com 77 Amber Rose: 'I take a lot of punches for being a feminist' Amber Rose is used to being "slut shamed" but hopes her struggles will bring awareness to the issue. 2016-08-29 17:34 1KB rss.cnn.com 78 Man killed in shootout while allegedly stalking ex-girlfriend A man was shot to death late Sunday in an exchange of gunfire after approaching Julia Brooks, his ex-girlfriend and Brian Kim, who had been alerted to an intruder’s presence outside the north Macon home. 2016-08-29 17:24 4KB www.charlotteobserver.com 79 Msimanga interrupts busy schedule to hear pupils grievances Newly-elected Tshwane executive mayor Solly Msimanga had to adjust his busy schedule to hear the grievances of Pretoria Girls High School pupils first hand. 2016-08-29 17:21 2KB www.timeslive.co.za 80 2017 GM midsize trucks get new V-6 engine, transmission GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado will have new features for 2017 model year 2016-08-29 17:20 2KB rssfeeds.detroitnews.com 81 Kerry Washington: 'Two pregnancies have been very different' "Scandal" creator Shonda Rhimes didn't know that star Kerry Washington had another baby on the way when a less-is-more plan was put in place for season six of the political thriller. 2016-08-29 17:17 4KB www.charlotteobserver.com 82 US urges halt to Turkish, Kurdish clashes in northern Syria The U. S. on Monday urged Turkish troops and Kurdish forces in northern Syria to halt their fighting, saying it hinders efforts to defeat the Islamic State group. But Turkey's president vowed to press ahead with the military operation until the IS and Kurdish Syrian... 2016-08-29 17:17 7KB www.charlotteobserver.com 83 Football safety decision sparks national interest Tega Cay’s decision to drop tackle football in favor of flag only led to a recent Sports Illustrated interview, says city park and recreation director Joey Blethen. 2016-08-29 17:15 6KB www.heraldonline.com 84 Lions on Kaepernick's decision: 'Have to respect it' The 49ers quarterback said he will continue to sit during the national anthem as long as he feels the United States continues to oppress “black people and people of color.” 2016-08-29 17:14 4KB rssfeeds.detroitnews.com 85 Escaped inmate asks police to use better photo of her on their Facebook post An 18-year-old girl who escaped from an Australian correction center asked the police to use better picture of her after they posted a photo of her on Facebook. 2016-08-30 00:27 2KB www.chron.com 86 Sister of Fatally Stabbed Ithaca College Student Speaks Out The Ithaca Police Department is investigating. 2016-08-29 17:13 3KB abcnews.go.com 87 Felons with restored rights likely to live among Democrats The nearly 13,000 Virginia felons whose voting rights were restored, stripped, then restored again are more likely to live in areas that voted for Democrats than Republicans. 2016-08-29 17:12 1KB www.charlotteobserver.com 88 Philippines’ alleged drug lord ‘Dragon’, wife shot dead in Caticlan (From Inquirer.net) A businessman and his wife were shot and killed moments after they stepped off a roll-on, roll-off vessel in the port of Caticlan in Malay, Aklan province, at 1:30 a.m. on Monda… 2016-08-29 17:10 3KB atimes.com 89 Citizens United must reveal donor information to solicit funds in New York Citizens United can't keep its donor list secret from New York regulators if it wants to collect money in the state. 2016-08-29 17:08 3KB feeds.nydailynews.com 90 New school opens at site of Sandy Hook shooting rampage Elementary school students attended school in Sandy Hook on Monday for the first time since a shooting rampage there killed 20 first-graders and six educators. 2016-08-29 17:07 2KB www.heraldonline.com 91 Why people think they hear gunshots when they don’t The Los Angeles International Airport was evacuated Sunday following chaos over gunshots, but authorities found no evidence anyone with a gun had even been present. Similar incidents have taken place recently at JFK Airport and at a North Carolina mall. 2016-08-29 17:06 4KB www.heraldonline.com 92 Foot Locker looks to play up the store experience Company moving beyond sneakers to apparel 2016-08-29 17:04 5KB rssfeeds.detroitnews.com 93 Deputies: Florida man calls 911 to report stabbing with knife in his back The caller told investigators that he had been drinking with another man when he was stabbed 2016-08-29 17:04 1KB www.cbsnews.com 94 Harbaugh has picked a starting QB but won't reveal it "We know who our starting quarterback is," Harbaugh said Monday at a news conference. 2016-08-29 17:02 1KB rssfeeds.detroitnews.com 95 Harbaugh, Lewis back free speech but not Kaepernick’s action Jourdan Lewis said Monday that he appreciates Colin Kaepernick’s stance but did not condone his action. 2016-08-29 17:01 3KB rssfeeds.detroitnews.com 96 Mexican president plagiarized in thesis Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto's alma mater said Monday he had plagiarized parts of his law school thesis, confirming an investigative news site's report last week. 2016-08-29 17:00 2KB www.digitaljournal.com 97 Venezuelans Mobilize for Vote to Recall President Nicolás Maduro Thousands of Venezuelans are descending on Caracas in a last- gasp effort by the opposition to force President Nicolás Maduro to hold a referendum on his rule—a vote he is fiercely resisting, as polls say it would secure his ouster. 2016-08-29 17:00 1KB www.wsj.com 98 Mexicans say 'adios' to beloved singer Juan Gabriel Juan Gabriel was more than just a singer and songwriter for the hundreds of fans who thronged Mexico City's Plaza Garibaldi to wish him farewell Monday. 2016-08-29 16:58 4KB www.charlotteobserver.com 99 Justin Bieber accidentally returns to Instagram Fans celebrated Monay when it looked like Justin Bieber had returned to Instagram, but not so he tweeted. 2016-08-29 16:58 1KB rss.cnn.com 100 Taylor Swift dismissed from Nashville jury pool A Nashville judge has dismissed pop star Taylor Swift as a potential juror in an aggravated rape and kidnapping case. 2016-08-29 16:57 1KB www.heraldonline.com Articles

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1 Gene Wilder death: Star of Willy Wonka dies aged 83 (3.12/4) US actor Gene Wilder, remembered by many for his lead role in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, has died at the age of 83, his family confirmed. The comic actor also starred in classic films such as The Producers, Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein. Mr Wilder frequently collaborated with writer and director Mel Brooks as well as stand-up comedian Richard Pryor. The two-time Oscar-nominated actor was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma in 1989. Mr Wilder's nephew confirmed the actor died on Sunday in Stamford, Connecticut, due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. The star first made waves on Broadway before transitioning to the silver screen for a brief role as a kidnapped undertaker in Bonnie and Clyde (1967). Obituary: Gene Wilder Mel Brooks then cast Mr Wilder as Leo Bloom, an anxious accountant in the 1968 comedy, The Producers. In 1971, he took on the role of one of his most beloved characters, Willy Wonka, in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Mr Wilder's other well-known roles included the Waco Kid in the 1974 cult classic Blazing Saddles and Doctor Ross in Woody Allen's 1972 film, Everything You Wanted to Know About Sex* But Were Afraid to Ask. Tributes from the comedy world came within minutes of the news emerging. Mr Brooks tweeted : "One of the truly great talents of our time. He blessed every film we did with his magic and he blessed me with his friendship. " British actor and writer Stephen Fry tweeted : "Farewell #GeneWilder, comic genius. Thank you for all those happy happy hours. " Like many others, British comedian Ricky Gervais picked up on one of Wilder's famous lines as Wonka, and said, simply: "Good Day Sir! RIP Gene Wilder" US actor Zach Braff posted a short clip from Willy Wonka and wrote: "RIP to the legendary Gene Wilder. 2016 has been painful so far. " Did you know or meet Gene Wilder? What are your memories of him? You can email [email protected] with your thoughts and experiences. If you are willing to speak further to a BBC journalist, please include a contact telephone number. Email your pictures to [email protected] , upload them here , tweet them to @BBC_HaveYourSay or text 61124. If you are outside the UK, send them to the international number +44 7624 800 100. Or WhatsApp us on +44 7525 900971 Read our terms and conditions . Or comment below.

Actor Gene Wilder dead at 83 rss.cnn.com Mel Brooks, Gervais, more pay tribute to Gene Wilder charlotteobserver.com

Gene Wilder, star of 'Willy Wonka,' dead at 83 rss.cnn.com

Gene Wilder, star of Willy Wonka and Mel Brooks comedies, dies aged 83 theguardian.com 2016-08-30 00:27 www.bbc.co.uk

2 Ron Rivera on Colin Kaepernick and the National Anthem (2.07/4) Rock Hill native performs the National Anthem before the New England Patriots-Carolina Panthers pre-season game at Bank of America Stadium. Teresa Guidry was recently a contestant on "The Voice" television show. Carolina Panthers rookie CB James Bradberry demonstrates Charles Tillman's "Peanut punch. " Cam Newton talks about the high expectations for the Carolina Panthers' talent-rich offense. Carolina Panthers run onto the field for warm ups at Nissan Stadium prior to playing the Tennessee Titans in a heir pre-season game. DAVID T. FOSTER III - [email protected] Panthers coach Ron Rivera speaks about Michael Phelps winning another gold medal at the Rio Olympics in Brazil. The Carolina Panthers play their first preseason game of the new season vs the Baltimore Ravens at M Carolina Panthers rookie James Bradberry talks about being part of trio of rookie cornerbacks and wearing jersey No. 24, which was worn by Josh Norman. Charlotte Observer sports reporters Jonathan Jones and Joe Person talk about the Carolina Panthers upcoming preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens. DAVID T. FOSTER III - [email protected] Panther captains visit exhibit based on the murders at Mother Emanuel Church in Charleston, S. C. Leo Twiggs' "Requiem For Mother Emanuel" is on display at Spartanburg’s TJC Gallery. Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera discusses Monday's practice. Slavery and the national anthem: The surprising history behind Colin Kaepernick's protest rss.cnn.com

Panthers coach Ron Rivera defends Colin Kaepernick’s right to sit, doesn’t endorse it charlotteobserver.com

Should Colin Kaepernick stand for the national anthem? espn.com 2016-08-30 00:29 www.charlotteobserver.com

3 Detroit mayor cites progress in school health, safety fixes (1.10/4) Detroit school officials have spent $2.5 million on repairs and cite significant progress on building conditions a week before doors open for the new academic year, Mayor Mike Duggan said Monday. Duggan had ordered inspections of roughly 100 Detroit Public Schools buildings after complaints about mice, mold and cold classrooms were made by teachers during sick-outs last winter. The mayor said that 86 schools are now "100 percent compliant with city building codes. " He added that eight more schools need work but are expected to be in compliance this fall. "I still have the picture of the dead mouse on my cellphone. It was a very troubling tour," Duggan told reporters at a news conference at Bates Academy with school district manager Steven Rhodes, interim Superintendent Alycia Meriweather and others. "None of that stuff is there anymore. " Duggan said no schools in the public district have elevated lead levels, as about 20 had when water was tested earlier this year. The city worked to flush pipes as well as remove water outlets with elevated levels. Terrence Martin, executive vice president of the Detroit Federation of Teachers, said at the news conference that teachers are "the heroes" for "standing up and really being outspoken. "

Duggan: ‘Enormous progress’ fixing DPS building issues rssfeeds.detroitnews.com 2016-08-29 16:58 The Associated www.charlotteobserver.com

4 Beats and barbecues at the Notting Hill Carnival (1.02/4) Among the Bank Holiday crowds waiting for a train at Canada Water Tube station are four people dressed head-to-toe in fiery red. One woman who wears an elaborate sequin dress taps out a beat on a drinks flask, as a man beside her grooves away to the rhythm in his head. The other man turns to his companions and beams: "It's carnival time. " His words imbued with a heavy Caribbean accent. The quarter nod in expectant unison. Their is excitement is shared across the capital as the Notting Hill Carnival marks its 50th anniversary. Anybody who departs Notting Hill Gate station is immediately hit by the distinctive sounds, smells and sights of carnival. Whistles shriek, horns bellow and in the distance is the rumble of bass lines being emitted by hundreds of speakers. The crowds pass beneath the empty grand houses of west London, their gates and windows sealed off by wooden boards, many of which have been utilised by graffiti artists - or those just wanting to leave their mark. Further up the road a painter has set up an easel on the pavement to capture the event on canvas. One teenager turns to his friends: "Well boys, we've finally made it", he says as they approach the parade route. Thousands of people line the street waiting for the colours and dancing of the Mas bands. In the distance a Brazilian drumming group pounds out samba rhythms in perfect unison. They stop every so often, waving their drums and sticks in the air to the cheers of the crowd. Raymond and Bee, who are on holiday from Australia, watch the parade as it passes. Despite having previously lived in London, this is their first time at the carnival. "It's brilliant", they say as they sway with the music. Another samba band follows, this one a kaleidoscope of sequins and feathers. Dancers stacked high on decorated floats gyrate and sing as the crowds respond in turn. A policeman waiting along the route bobs in time to the beat as another is grabbed for a selfie by a group of young girls. As the day progresses, the streets within the parade route become busier and the smoke from the many roadside barbecues thickens, occasionally engulfing parts of the crowd. A couple named Anne and JD wait by a wall for their friends to join them. "I've been coming since I was 11, I used to be on the floats," Anne says. They are here to celebrate their 30th anniversary: "We first met at the carnival. " Anne says the event has "changed a lot" over the years. "JD doesn't really like it so much these days but it's been great so far today," she says. On the streets the blaring rhythms of the sound systems create a sonic crossfire, competing for the attention of those who pass by. A man holding a megaphone stalks outside a jerk chicken stall, urging passers by to join him for a dance. Above a bar which commemorates the Empire Windrush, the famous ship used by Caribbean immigrants after World War Two, a ska band play to throngs of bouncing people. Two friends, Sue and Bernardette, rest on a nearby pavement eating jerk chicken and salt fish. They say they have travelled from Essex for their first carnival and have been impressed. "It's been lovely. Really amazing", Sue says. "We hope to come back next year with more of our friends". Judging by the atmosphere around the area, there will be plenty of others back in 2017 too. Crowds enjoy 'amazing energy' of sun-drenched Notting Hill carnival theguardian.com 2016-08-30 00:27 By Tim www.bbc.co.uk

5 Anthony Weiner scandal: Huma Abedin splits from sexting husband (1.02/4) Hillary Clinton's personal aide, Huma Abedin, has announced she is separating from her husband, disgraced former politician Anthony Weiner. Ms Abedin's announcement comes after a report emerged that he had allegedly exchanged sexual photos with a woman. He appeared to have sent a photo of himself in his underpants with his toddler son nearby. The former congressman resigned in 2011 after sending explicit photos to women by text message. "After long and painful consideration and work on my marriage, I have made the decision to separate from my husband," Ms Abedin said in a statement. "Anthony and I remain devoted to doing what is best for our son, who is the light of our life. During this difficult time, I ask for respect for our privacy. " She is one of Mrs Clinton's most trusted advisers and Republican Donald Trump said the story demonstrated a lack of judgement on Mrs Clinton's part. "I only worry for the country in that Hillary Clinton was careless and negligent in allowing Weiner to have such close proximity to highly classified information. " Why did it take so long? That's what everybody wants to know. Abedin is now officially separated from her husband, ending (at least temporarily) a marriage that has been scrutinised in public for years. She appeared in a fascinating documentary, Weiner, in which she stood near her husband with arms crossed, looking really angry, for much of the time. After an earlier sexting scandal surrounding Weiner, she said that her work as an adviser to Hillary Clinton became a refuge. "My compass was my job," she told the New York Times. Clinton is now in the final stretch of her campaign. Abedin will have to focus - and try not to think about her personal problems. That may be a relief. Behind the scenes of a sexting scandal The New York Post reported that Mr Weiner had sent sexual messages and half-dressed photos of himself to an unidentified woman in 2015. One image appeared to show a child next to Mr Weiner, who was in his underpants. Mr Weiner resigned from Congress in 2011 and publicly apologised after inadvertently posting an explicit image of himself to his Twitter account. The former congressman then launched a bid for New York City mayor in 2013, but the campaign was ultimately derailed by another sex scandal. At the time, Ms Abedin defended the decision to remain by her husband's side, saying it was "made for me, for our son, and for our family". Weiner, a documentary released in May, followed the politician's failed mayoral bid and his strained marriage in the wake of revelations that he had again been exchanging messages with other women. Huma Abedin's split with Weiner ends one political drama as another unfolds theguardian.com 2016-08-30 00:27 www.bbc.co.uk

6 Apple facing record bill for Irish tax (1.02/4) Apple could be ordered to pay billions of euros in back taxes in the Republic of Ireland by European Union competition officials. The final ruling, expected on Tuesday, follows a three- year probe into Apple's Irish tax affairs, which the EU has previously found to be illegal. The Financial Times reports that the bill will be for billions of euros, making it Europe's biggest tax penalty. Apple and the Irish government are likely to appeal against the ruling. Under EU law, national tax authorities are not allowed to give tax benefits to selected companies - which the EU would consider to be illegal state aid. According to EU authorities, rulings made by the Irish government in 1991 and 2007 allowed Apple to minimise its tax bill in Ireland. Apple's company structure enabled it to legally channel international sales through Ireland to take advantage of that tax deal. The investigation into Apple and similar probes into other US firms have been criticised by US authorities. Last week the US Treasury Department said the European Commission was in danger of becoming a a "supra-national tax authority" overriding the tax codes of its member states. Brussels was using a different set of criteria to judge cases involving US companies, the US Treasury warned, adding that potential penalties were "deeply troubling". Apple is not the only the company that has been targeted for securing favourable tax deals in the European Union. Last year, the commission told the Netherlands to recover as much as €30m from Starbucks and Luxembourg was ordered to claw back a similar amount from Fiat. But Apple is potentially facing a much bigger bill. The EU's Competition Commission would want Dublin to reassess Apple's tax liability and the ruling could force the company to restate its accounts.

Apple could be hit with Irish tax bill in the billions rssfeeds.usatoday.com 2016-08-30 00:27 www.bbc.co.uk

7 300 wild reindeer killed in lightning strike in Norway – video (1.02/4) 323 wild reindeer including 70 calves are killed after lightning struck in Norway on Friday. The Norwegian Environment Agency said this rare natural disaster happened on the Hardangervidda mountain plateau in the county of Telemark. Agency spokesman Kjartan Knutsen said the large number of animals were killed as they flocked together in bad weather Single lightning strike kills more than 300 reindeer in Norway fox13now.com 2016-08-29 22:01 Source: AP www.theguardian.com

8 Brazil president Dilma Rousseff comes out fighting in impeachment trial (1.02/4) Brazil’s first female president, Dilma Rousseff , put up a fight in keeping with her Marxist guerrilla background on Monday with a powerful denunciation of the politicians who are poised to eject her from power within days. Testifying in her own defence before a predominantly opposition senate, the Workers’ party leader said she had withstood torture in her fight for democracy and would not back down even though she is widely expected to lose a final impeachment vote likely to occur within the next two days. “I fought against dictatorship. I have the mark of torture on my body,” she reminded senators of the abuse she suffered during imprisonment by the military government. “At almost 70 years of age, it’s not going to be now, after becoming a mother and grandmother, that I will abandon the principles that have always guided me.” Her comparison with the military tribunals that condemned her to prison more than 40 years ago was in keeping with the suspended president’s consistent claim throughout the nearly 10-month impeachment debate that she is the victim of a coup. Opponents, however, used the question-and-answer session to assert their claim that Rousseff is undergoing a constitutionally approved trial overseen by the supreme court to assess whether she committed a “crime of responsibility” by putty-filling government accounts ahead of the last election. Now nearing its end, the protracted political trial has paralysed government , overshadowed the buildup to the Olympics , and undermined efforts to reverse the alarming decline of Latin America’s biggest economy. Although many Brazilians are tired of the squabbles in Brasília, historians are likely to look back on today’s session in the senate as a key moment in the ousting of the Workers’ party, which is about to be thrown out of power despite never losing a presidential election since 2002. As the president’s motorcade left the Palácio da Alvorada in the morning, several hundred supporters lined the roads bearing banners condemning the illegality of impeachment. As Rousseff entered the legislative building, allies chanted: “Olê, Olê, Olê, Olá, Dilma Dilma.” The floor had been packed for the arrival of Rousseff, but there were just as many eyes on her invited guests who showed their support by filling out the media gallery. Among them was former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who barely changed his steely forward-facing stare throughout the speech. He sat beside musical legend Chico Buarque – a prominent critic of impeachment – who caused a commotion when he arrived as senators and staff flurried to take photos. Rousseff followed soon after with little ceremony and, as the hearing began, a hush descended on the chamber that was broken only by the chatter of camera shutters as the president waved and smiled from the bench while she was introduced by the chief justice of the supreme court, Ricardo Lewandowski, who is presiding over the trial in the senate. In her 40-minute statement, Rousseff serenely proclaimed her innocence and struck a tone which oscillated between that of a defiant warrior defending social rights and a victimised woman wronged by her usurpers. She reminded senators that during the inauguration of her second term in January 2015, she had promised to respect the constitution, observe the laws and carry out a mandate given to her by 54 million voters – a majority. But she also acknowledged that she had her flaws and that her government had been hurt by economic crises and political instability worsened by her opponents. Later, for perhaps the first time in this process, Rousseff appeared to choke up as she recounted Workers’ party achievements – the expansion of welfare payments, increased access to higher education, a rise in the minimum wage, development of offshore oilfields and the hosting of the World Cup and the Olympics. It was unclear whether this pause was from emotion or fatigue, but supporters cheered their encouragement as she paused to sip water. “No demonstrations please,” came a reprimand from the public address system, in a tone more respectful than earlier episodes in the impeachment process. The anti-Rousseff camp in the senate was keen to avoid the boisterously triumphant scenes witnessed when the lower house voted for impeachment in April , and to minimise the impression that the country’s first female president is a victim. But that will be hard to do, as Rousseff has lived in the shadow of an impeachment threat for more than a year. Monday’s debate also set the stage for the next presidential election in 2018. As the president spoke, her predecessor and mentor Lula – who faces a criminal trial for corruption and obstruction of justice – looked pensive. Like Rousseff, he denies the charges against him, which he believes have been trumped up by political enemies to prevent him from running again. But the Workers’ party will try to rally around the sense of injustice many feel about the forced demise of its leaders. Rousseff may be wounded, perhaps beyond recovery, but she used her speech to maul some of those who brought her down. “Everybody knows this impeachment process opened with explicit blackmail by the former head of the lower house, Eduardo Cunha,” she said, noting that her accusers are themselves accused of more serious crimes. Although she did not mention the interim president, Michel Temer, by name, she implicitly condemned her former running mate for stealing her office in a “coup” that bypassed direct elections. “As is typical of authoritarian elites, they do not see the will of the people as the source of legitimacy. They want power at any price,” she said. There were broadsides too for Temer’s appointment of an all-male, all white cabinet , despite the fact that the electorate had chosen a woman to lead them. As the president concluded her speech with a call for senators to vote against impeachment and for democracy, supporters on the floor briefly erupted in applause and cheers of “ Dilma, guerreira do povo brasileiro ”, (“Dilma, the warrior of the Brazilian people”), while her opponents sat in silence. A question-and-answer session followed. The first to have five minutes at the microphone was the former agriculture minister Kátia Abreu – a loyal supporter – who expressed her conviction that Rousseff was innocent and wrongly accused. Humberto Costa, the leader of the Workers’ party in the upper house, said he hoped this would be remembered as a “day of redemption”. But the vast majority of those who posed questions or made statements were critical of Rousseff’s leadership and said she was being removed as a result of due constitutional process. “This isn’t a coup, it’s democracy in evolution,” claimed Senator José Medeiros, who blamed the current turmoil in Brazil on Rousseff’s government. “You call this process a coup? The supreme court presides over this session. Is the chief justice a coup-monger?” asked Ricardo Ferraço of the Social Democratic party of Brazil. Rousseff is being impeached for window-dressing government accounts ahead of the last election, by issuing decrees on spending without congressional approval and waiting several months to reimburse a state- owned bank for a low-interest financing scheme for family farmers. Senators have to judge whether this is a “crime of responsibility” that merits removal from office. But Rousseff’s lawyers argue the charge is more political than legal. Similar fiscal irregularities went unpunished in previous national and regional administrations, but these were being used as a pretext to remove a leader who had struggled to assert her authority. Prominent senators – close to Temer – have also been secretly recorded plotting to remove Rousseff in the hope that it will kill off a wide-ranging corruption investigation – known as Lava Jato (Car Wash) – that has implicated many of them in a kickback scheme involving the state-run oil company Petrobras. Allies said there was little chance the president would survive the final impeachment vote. At the start of the senate process in May, opponents had already secured more than the two-thirds of the 81 votes they will need to remove the president from office. There has been no evident progress in changing minds since then. Senator Otto Alencar, of the Social Democratic party (PSD) from the north- eastern state of Bahia, revealed he would vote against the president’s impeachment but said few would be swayed by Rousseff’s speech. “There’s no crime of responsibility. If she’s ousted, she’ll be ousted for political and administrative errors. She’s an honest woman.” he said. “I don’t think anyone will change their minds – I’ll vote with Dilma but I think my vote will be a vote for a lost cause.”

The Latest: Brazil's Rousseff holds back anger at question heraldonline.com 2016-08-29 19:45 Jonathan Watts www.theguardian.com

9 Racism row over South Africa school's alleged hair policy (1.02/4) A South African school has been accused of racism for allegedly telling black girls to straighten their hair and not wear afros. Pupils at Pretoria high school for girls have said they were forced to chemically straighten their hair and not have afros that were deemed untidy. Over the weekend, students donning afro hairstyles and braids held a protest at the school to voice anger against the alleged longstanding rule. Politicians weighed in on the row, with the Economic Freedom Fighters party accusing the school of seeking “to directly suppress blackness in its aesthetics and culture”. Mmusi Maimane, leader of the main opposition Democratic Alliance party, tweeted: On Monday, Panyaza Lesufi, the minister of the education department in Gauteng province, visited the government-run school for talks with senior staff and students. “I really want to arrest the situation before it gets out of control,” Lesufi said. An online petition against the school’s alleged policy has gathered more than 10,000 signatures since it was created on Friday. The petition, titled Stop Racism at Pretoria Girls High , calls on authorities to ensure that the “school’s code of conduct does not discriminate against black and Muslim girls”. “We are being discriminated against because of our hair. They want us to relax our hair – they want our hair to look a certain way,” an anonymous student told the PowerFM radio station. The prestigious school in Pretoria was historically attended by whites only but now admits black children following the end of apartheid in 1994. The school’s code of conduct (pdf) has a detailed list of rules about hair, but does not specifically mention the afro hairstyle, according to the BBC. South Africa is still grappling with racial issues 22 years after the end of white-minority rule. Black students at the school also alleged on social media that they were not allowed to speak ethnic languages to one other. Disagreements over students’ hairstyles have previously arisen in South African schools, with some parents accusing education authorities of racism.

DASO applauds Pretoria Girls High School for speaking up timeslive.co.za 2016-08-29 17:47 Agence France www.theguardian.com

10 10 Mylan announces $300 generic EpiPen at 3x original price — RT America (1.02/4) EpiPen administers a quick dose of epinephrine to counter a severe, life- threatening allergic reaction known as anaphylactic shock. The easy-to-use injector is made by West Virginia-based Mylan Pharmaceuticals, which bought the rights to it in 2007. Since then, the price of the EpiPen has ballooned, going from $100 to $600. On Monday, Mylan unveiled the generic version, noting that the auto- injector’s “list price of $300” for each two-pack carton “represents a discount of more than 50 percent to the Mylan list price.” "We understand the deep frustration and concerns associated with the cost of EpiPen to the patient, and have always shared the public's desire to ensure that this important product be accessible to anyone who needs it,” CEO Heather Bresch said in a statement . “Our decision to launch a generic alternative to EpiPen is an extraordinary commercial response.” The generic version will be identical to the branded one ‒ at both the 0.15- mg and 0.30-mg dosages ‒ and will be launched in “several weeks,” after the company completes labeling revisions. The announcement comes just four days after Mylan’s last public relations stunt, when the company said it would introduce a savings card that will cover up to $300 of the cost of the EpiPen two-pack for patients previously paying list price. There are currently few options for the quick delivery of epinephrine. Two of EpiPen’s competitors, AUVI-Q and TwinJect, recalled their injectors over issues with dosages or the devices. Another, Impax Laboratories, isn’t able to produce its Adrenaclick injector ‒ or its generic version ‒ in large quantities. "We do not have an automated process but we are working on [one],” Mark Donohue, vice president of investor relations and corporate communications at Impax, told ABC News. Not all pharmacies stock either version of Adrenaclick, either, he added. In March, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rejected an application by Teva Pharmaceutical for a generic version of EpiPen due to "certain major deficiencies" that forced the product to be "significantly delayed" into 2017 at the earliest, Teva said. That decision paved the way for EpiPen to corner 95 percent of the epinephrine injection market, FiercePharma reported at the time. However, Mylan had already hiked the price of its branded auto-injector to maximize profits in anticipation of competition from Teva’s generic version, Marianne Udow-Phillips, director of the Center for Healthcare Research & Transformation at the University of Michigan,told USA Today. Without competition, Mylan shouldn’t have needed to produce a generic EpiPen, she noted. "It's highly unusual for a generic product to come out in this way," Udow- Phillips said. "It clearly shows how much pressure Mylan was under.” However, she noted, “It's still a huge profit margin for them. " Mylan’s stock took a 10 percent hit last week after a number of senators called on the drug maker to explain the runaway cost of the life-saving injector. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota) led the charge, with Judiciary Committee Chair Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) following suit. On Wednesday, Senators Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Claire McCaskill (D- Missouri) also sent a letter to Mylan asking for an explanation. Bresch is the daughter of another senator, Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia). On Wednesday, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton bashed the “outrageous” price hike, and calling on Mylan to lower the cost. The company has been a donor to the Clinton Foundation. Mylan’s political outreach led to the 2013 “ EpiPen Law ” encouraging the use of Mylan’s auto-injectors in schools around the US, leaving the taxpayers to foot the bill. EpiPens are classified by the FDA as both a drug and a medical device that requires specialized training. As such, pharmacists in 29 states will not be able to just switch from the branded version to Mylan’s generic one, ABC News reported. Mylan has given 700,000 EpiPens to schools for free, the company said recently. Under fire, Mylan to offer generic EpiPen for 50% less rssfeeds.freep.com 2016-08-29 17:24 www.rt.com

11 School asks high court to hear transgender bathroom case (1.02/4) A Virginia school board urged the U. S. Supreme Court on Monday to weigh in on whether a transgender male must be allowed to use the boys bathroom at his high school, framing it as an issue of national importance. The Gloucester County School Board wants the justices to review a decision from the 4th U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which said the board's policy barring 17-year-old Gavin Grimm from using the restroom that matches his gender identity violates Title IX, a federal law that prohibits discrimination in schools. At issue is whether the courts should defer to an U. S. Department of Education rule that says transgender students in public schools must be allowed to use restrooms that correspond with their gender identity. In its April ruling, the 4th Circuit said the federal judge who previously rejected Grimm's Title IX discrimination claim wrongly ignored that department rule. The school board said in its filing Monday that Grimm's case provides an excellent vehicle for "resolving once and for all the current nationwide controversy" over transgender bathroom access. It argues the 4th Circuit was wrong to defer to education department's interpretation of the law, which for years has allowed schools to provide "separate toilet, locker rooms and shower facilities on the basis of sex. " "For decades our nation's schools have structured their facilities and programs around the idea that in certain intimate settings men and women may be separated 'to afford members of each sex privacy form the other sex,'" the school board said in its petition. "The 4th Circuit's decision turns that longstanding expectation upside down. " Josh Block, an attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union who represents Grimm, said the teen's lawyers look forward to filing their response. "We hope the court denies review and allows Gavin to finally start using the boys' restroom again," Block said in a statement. While Grimm won at the appeals court level, he will still be barred from using the boys restroom when he returns to Gloucester High School for his senior year next week. The Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that the school board can require Grimm to use a private restroom until it decides whether to intervene in the case, which will likely happen sometime this fall. Four of the nine justices must agree for the court to accept a case, and only about 100 of the thousands of cases the justices are asked to review each year are heard.

School Asks High Court to Hear Transgender Bathroom Case abcnews.go.com 2016-08-29 17:12 By ALANNA www.heraldonline.com

12 Defendant who shot and killed friend in Rock Hill apologizes in court (0.01/4) Rock Hill native Jim Faris built a miniature version of the city from 1953 that includes railroad lines, Main Street and buildings that are no longer around. Faris made most of the structures from poster board and used historic photos to reconstruct the buildings. The project took two years to build. Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera spoke to the media following the team's 19-17 loss on Friday evening. The Panthers lost to the New England Patriots at Bank of America Stadium. Consistency was a theme. Tens of people representing several churches came out Saturday afternoon to celebrate solidarity and promote racial unity. Singers, speakers and community leaders joined together in worship in downtown Rock Hill, South Carolina. Panthers quarterback Cam Newton talks about the ineffective first-team offense in Carolina's preseason loss to the New England Patriots. Rock Hill native performs the National Anthem before the New England Patriots-Carolina Panthers pre-season game at Bank of America Stadium. Teresa Guidry was recently a contestant on "The Voice" television show. Residents of a Clover neighborhood and a local business owner have teamed up to donate supplies to victims of flooding in Louisiana that dumped two feet of rain over two days earlier this month. A neighbor of Rock Hill business owner Jake Walden of JTJ Installations, Bob Zeitvogel, posted information on the neighborhood Facebook page asking for help with donations. Walden is donating the use of large trucks and drivers to transport the items on Tuesday. The Rock Hill Community Theatre will present "The Guys" the weekend of Sept. 11. The two-person production tells the story of an editor helping a New York City fire captain with writing an unprecedented number of eulogies for his firefighters following the September 2001 terror attack. Proceeds from ticket sales for the show will benefit York County fire departments. With dozens of outdoor activities on offer for visitors to North Carolina's Asheville area, whitewater rafting remains one of the most popular options. Tourists, coming in the tens of thousands from around the country and the world, flock to companies, such as French Broad Adventures, to experience the Blue Ridge Mountains from the water. Rock Hill's Legal Remedy Brewing Co. is celebrating its second "Beerthday" on Saturday. The brewery's brewmaster showed The Herald around some of its operations, including a walk-in cooler that houses around 60 barrels and about 500 kegs. A Rock Hill, South Carolina foster child claims she she was jogging, then kidnapped and raped. Taiwan Carter is one of the men accused. He says the story happened differently and wants out of jail. Here are excerpts from his bond hearing. WARNING: Graphic details.

Rock Hill man gets 5 years for killing friend, 17, while playing with gun heraldonline.com 2016-08-30 00:25 www.heraldonline.com

13 A decade on, vaccine has halved cervical cancer rate The world's first cancer vaccine was administered in Australia exactly 10 years ago. Since then, the human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine has been rolled out across 130 countries and halved the number of new cervical cancers. The HPV vaccine also protects against cancers in the throat and mouth in both men and women. Prof Ian Frazer said the vaccine could eradicate cancers caused by HPV within 40 years. "It helps not only control cervical cancer but also the oropharyngeal cancer - the cancers inside the mouth that are caused by these viruses," Prof Frazer, chief executive of the Translational Research Institute, said. "If we vaccinate enough people we will eliminate these viruses because they only infect humans. And in Australia there's already been a 90% reduction in infections in the 10 years the programme has been running. " HPV is a very common virus that lives on our skin and other areas of the body, including the mouth, genital areas and anus. It can be passed through skin-to-skin contact and genital contact. The virus is most often passed during vaginal and anal sex, but can also be transmitted through oral sex. "The papilloma viruses that cause cancer are very common indeed," Prof Frazer said. "Most people get rid of the virus themselves without knowing they've contracted it, but 1% of the population that get it get persistent infection that lasts over five years. If they do that they've got a very good chance they'll get a cancer. " Prof Frazer, the late molecular virologist Dr Jian Zhou and a research team used genetic engineering to build a virus replica to create the vaccine. With millions of doses of the vaccine administered worldwide, the number of new cases of cervical cancer has reportedly halved. "We know that 170 million doses of vaccine have been given out," Prof Frazer said. "If you do the sums on that, one in a hundred people were going to get a cancer that could kill them. " Some parents have reservations about their children being vaccinated on the grounds that it may encourage promiscuity. Others object to vaccinations over safety fears. "In countries like the US where the vaccine isn't so widely taken up, that's a little bit disappointing because cervical cancer still kills several thousand women in the US," he said. "Then, of course, we've got the problem of the 250,000 people that die from cervical cancer in the developing world. " Researchers are continuing to refine the effectiveness of the vaccine and ensure more widespread inoculation. "We're moving from a vaccine that protects against two common strains of the virus that cause cancer to a vaccine that protects against nine common strains," Prof Frazer said. "If we get that rolled out we will eventually get rid of all cancers that get caused by this virus. "

2016-08-30 00:27 www.bbc.co.uk

14 Plane makes emergency landing after tyre bursts on take off A plane with 76 passengers on board was forced to make an emergency landing at Birmingham Airport when a tyre burst after take off. The Flybe flight 1274 from Amsterdam to Manchester was forced to ground early after passengers alerted cabin crew. Birmingham Airport was closed for half an hour from 15:25 BST due to the incident, a spokeswoman said. No-one was injured but flights were delayed on the ground and in the air while safety checks were carried out. Passenger Suhail Ahmed-Qadri, from Manchester, said he and others on board felt "a big shudder" shortly after the plane took off. "We looked out of the window and could see the tyre of the plane had burst," he said. "It hadn't gone back up into the undercarriage. We called over one of the cabin crew who couldn't believe it. She informed the captain who made an announcement. "We had to circle Birmingham Airport for about an hour to burn fuel before we could land. The runway was shut because of the emergency landing and we could see ambulances and emergency services crews and their flashing lights from up in the sky. "It was a scary experience and I have mixed feelings about it. A couple behind me were very upset and were crying and hugging. I thought we would make it and that we would be OK. " A Flybe spokesman apologised to passengers for the inconvenience, and said the decision to redirect the flight was taken "as a precautionary measure, to take into consideration more favourable wind conditions". The company also confirmed passengers would be taken by bus from Birmingham to Manchester.

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15 These are America's hardest-working cities By Derek Miller/SmartAsset Depending on where you are in the world, Americans have different reputations. Some perceive us as lazy, while others think of Americans as hustlers, who believe in working hard to get ahead. Data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) shows that Americans work an average of 1,790 hours per year. That is the 15th highest number of hours in the world. While we can thank the OECD for crunching the numbers so we could compare countries, we at SmartAsset were curious to see how cities within the country fared. We wanted to find the hardest-working cities in America. In order to calculate which cities were the hardest working SmartAsset analyzed data on average weeks worked per year, average hours worked per week and labor force participation for the 113 largest cities in the U. S. Click ahead for a look at America's 10 hardest-working cities. Click here for a look at the data and methodology used to compile this ranking. Thanks in part to a large federal government presence, the Arlington, Virginia, economy is largely immune to the economic shocks which sometimes rock the rest of the country. Government agencies like the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security are headquartered here. In fact, the Pentagon where the Department of Defense is headquartered is the largest office building in the world. In Arlington people work an average of 41.5 hours per week. This figure is the highest in the country and a big reason Arlington comes in as the hardest-working city in America. The largest private companies (in terms of employees) in the city are Deloitte and Accenture. Other large private companies owe their presence to the nearby Department of Defense, like Lockheed Martin. All in all, workers in Arlington work an average of 1,431 hours per year. In a state known for its ruggedness, it's probably no surprise that Alaska's largest city is a hard-working city. Workers of Anchorage work an average of 40.7 hours per week and 37 weeks a year. With a labor force participation rate of 83.2 percent that is good enough for second place on our list. A large portion of Alaska's economy is based around resource extraction and Anchorage is no exception. Many offices and headquarters for the resource extraction firms, like ConocoPhillips and BP, are located in Anchorage. One of the best cities for creatives , Lincoln is also one of the hardest working. The city has a low unemployment rate and high amount of hours worked per worker. There may even be a labor shortage -- hourly wages grew 8.5 percent from October 2014 to October 2015. The largest three largest employers in the city are the State of Nebraska, Lincoln Public Schools and University of Nebraska- Lincoln. The hardest-working city in Texas is Plano. Workers actually work more hours per week there than in third-place Lincoln. But because of the city's lower labor force participation rate (80 percent) they fall to fourth place. Plano is also one of the best places to live the American dream. Of the 10 largest employers in the city, only one is a government organization. Alliance Delta, Toyota and HP all have headquarters or a large regional office in Plano. The most populous city in Virginia is Virginia Beach and residents there work an average of 1,195 hours per year. A large part of the Virginia Beach economy is based around tourism. An estimated 13.2 million people visit the city every year; 2.3 million are international visitors. One reason for the tourism is the beach from which the city takes its name. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Virginia Beach is home to the largest pleasure beach in the world. Hopefully after a hard day's work the Virginia Beach residents find some time to enjoy it. The largest employers in Virginia Beach are the Virginia Beach City Public Schools, the Virginia Beach Municipal Government and PHR Hotels and Resorts. Another day, another study and another sighting of Seattle in the top 10. Interestingly Seattle works the least hours per week (38) than any other city in our top 10 list. To make up for it they work more weeks per year at 37.32. That is third highest in the country. Starbucks and Amazon are headquartered in Seattle. Before moving to Chicago, Boeing was also headquartered there. Despite moving headquarters, Boeing is still the largest employer in the Seattle area, employing an estimated 80,000 people. Chandler finished first in what was a close contest for the crown of hardest- working city in Arizona. Chandler workers work an average of 39.1 hours per week, 36.9 weeks per year for a total of 1,443 hours per year. Factoring in the labor force participation rate of 80.8 percent, residents of Chandler work an average of 1,165 hours per year. The largest employer in the city is Intel. The workers of Scottsdale, Arizona, actually work more than their Chandler counterparts. The difference is that because fewer people in Scottsdale are working they have lower overall hours worked per resident. The economy of Scottsdale is centered around the tourism industry. The warm winter weather attracts millions of tourists from colder North American climates. Due to this relationship with people looking for winter vacations, Scottsdale has the largest number of destination spas per capita in the country. The final Arizona city in the top 10, Gilbert should not feel too bad about being ninth. The residents of Gilbert work only 12 minutes less per year than their Scottsdale neighbors. Gilbert is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. It has grown from only 5,700 residents in 1980 to more than 240,000 today. The Gilbert Public Schools are the largest employer in the city, followed by Banner Health and the Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. The capital of Texas and final city in the top 10 hardest-working U. S. cities, Austin is another very fast-growing city. It is also a great city for hard- working people looking for new career opportunities. Austin workers don't work as much as much as some other cities below them in the ranking but thanks to the strong economy 81.2 percent of people in Austin do some work every year. Hours worked per week. Data is taken from the U. S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. Weeks worked per year. Calculated using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Labor force rate. This number is calculated using data from the Bureau Labor of Statistics. Hours worked per year. This is average hours worked per year multiplied by the labor force rate. In this way the study includes the whole population not just the workers of the city.

2016-08-30 00:26 smartasset www.cbsnews.com

16 Early human ancestor Lucy 'died falling out of a tree' New evidence suggests that the famous fossilised human ancestor dubbed "Lucy" by scientists died falling from a great height - probably out of a tree. CT scans have shown injuries to her bones similar to those suffered by modern humans in similar falls. The 3.2 million-year-old hominin was found on a treed flood plain, making a branch her most likely final perch. It bolsters the view that her species - Australopithecus afarensis - spent at least some of its life in the trees. Writing in the journal Nature , researchers from the US and Ethiopia describe a "vertical deceleration event" which they argue caused Lucy's death. In particular they point to a crushed shoulder joint, of the sort seen when we humans reach out our arms to break a fall, as well as fractures of the ankle, leg bones, pelvis, ribs, vertebrae, arm, jaw and skull. "We weren't there - we didn't see it - but the subset of fractures that we've identified are fully consistent with what's reported in a voluminous orthopaedic surgical literature about fall victims who have come down from height," said lead author John Kappelman from the University of Texas at Austin. "It's tested every day in emergency rooms all around the planet. " Discovered in Ethiopia's Afar region in 1974, Lucy's 40%-complete skeleton is one of the world's best known fossils. She was around 1.1m (3ft 7in) tall and is thought to have been a young adult when she died. Her species, Australopithecus afarensis , shows signs of having walked upright on the ground and had lost her ancestors' ape-like, grasping feet - but also had an upper body well-suited to climbing. The bones of this well-studied skeleton are in fact laced with fractures, like most fossils. But with modern tools such as high-resolution CT scanners, researchers can start to unpick which ones were injuries and which ones happened during the intervening millennia. "These fractures have been known since she was discovered," Prof Kappelman told BBC News. "I've looked at this fossil for 30 years and I knew that these fractures were there. " It was during a brief break in Lucy's 2008 tour of US museums that he and his colleagues found time for the scans. "We were able to get permission from the Ethiopian government… and after the exhibit closed down in Houston, we brought Lucy here to the UT campus - in secret, for security purposes. And we have a high-resolution CT scan here. "We scanned everything. We worked 24/7, 10 days straight without a break. " Without those precious scans, Prof Kappelman said, Lucy's injuries would never have come to light. "What it allows us to do is literally look inside mineralised rocks and bones. And Lucy - as much as we love her - she's a rock. She's fully mineralised. " By peering inside the bones in minute detail, the scanner showed that several of the fractures were "greenstick" breaks. The bone had bent and snapped like a twig: something that only happens to healthy, living bones. So the injuries happened while Lucy was alive - but they also show no signs of healing, so these misfortunes apparently befell the small creature at the very time of her death. A fatal fall also fits with the fact that Lucy's tiny first rib is broken. This bone is small and heavily protected, Prof Kappelman explained; if it's fractured, you're having a bad day. "When you look at rib fractures, the first rib is the most rarely fractured. It take a high amount of chest trauma. " But the shattered top of the fossilised humerus bone - Lucy's upper arm - is the most compelling piece of the puzzle. "If our hypothesis stands up… it tells us that Lucy was conscious when she reached out her arms to break her fall," said Prof Kappelman. The researchers even used their scans to 3D print Lucy's humerus and discuss it with orthopaedic surgeons. So far, they have all agreed. "At this point I'm nine from nine," Prof Kappelman said of his blind tests on unsuspecting bone doctors, adding that he printed out the bones in an enlarged form so that they appeared human. "Everybody agrees this is a fall from height. " In fact, 3D printing is now something that anyone with an interest in Lucy can do. The researchers, in partnership with the government of Ethiopia, have made the files available online. "The Ethiopian ministry has agreed to release 3D files of Lucy's right shoulder and her left knee. So anyone with an interest in this can print Lucy out and evaluate these fractures, and our hypothesis, for themselves. " Nancy Lovell, a professor of anthropology at the University of Alberta in Canada, commented that the fracture findings were surprising but convincing. "It seems fantastical but there's nothing to contradict their interpretation," she told the BBC. "And their use of really good, computerised imaging helps. "Taken individually, the pieces all look perfectly plausible. " Prof Lovell is uncertain about the precise height and speed of the fall, which the Texas-led team estimated at 12m (40ft) and 60km/h (35mph). "People die from falls. People fall off ladders and die of head injuries - it doesn't have to have been a really tall tree," she said. "[But] we certainly think the area where she was living was treed at the time. " Prof Chris Stringer, from London's Natural History Museum, said the idea of a tree fall was a good fit with our understanding of how Australopithecus afarensis lived. "They could have been in trees some of the time for feeding, nesting, or protection," he said. "If Lucy had young, for example, trees would certainly have been a safer option than the ground when predators were around. " Follow Jonathan on Twitter

2016-08-30 00:27 By Jonathan www.bbc.co.uk

17 17 German plan to force mums to name lovers in paternity cases Germany's justice ministry has drawn up a change in the law which would require mothers in certain paternity cases to reveal who they had slept with. The measure would apply when men who had supported a child, believing that they were the father, sought financial redress in court. They could thus more easily claim maintenance back from the actual biological father. Women would only have the right to remain silent with "serious reasons". Justice Minister Heiko Maas said (in German) : "We need to offer more legal protection for 'false' fathers to seek financial compensation". The precise wording of the new paragraph states that the mother would be obliged to provide information to the man on "who has lain with her during the conception period". Men in this situation were already able to try to claim back money paid for a child that was not theirs. The draft change follows a ruling by Germany's highest court in March 2015 that there was no legal basis to force mothers of so-called "cuckoo children", in German slang, to name the biological father. The draft changes, which will require parliamentary approval, also limit the "false" father's financial claim to two years' worth of maintenance costs. Previously this was open-ended. A 2005 review of studies into so-called paternal discrepancy published in the British Medical Journal found that the rate was around 4% - meaning one in 25 children is biologically fathered by someone other than the man who believes he is the father. Germany to allow hospital births under false name The 'baby box' returns to Europe Archbishop of Canterbury learns identity of biological father 2016-08-30 00:27 www.bbc.co.uk

18 Accused Rock Hill killer fires lawyer Walter Marshall Faile was found stabbed to death July 7 at his Rock Hill public housing apartment. Known gang member Quinton McClinton pleaded guilty Wednesday to accessory after the fact to murder and conspiracy to commit armed robbery in connection with the fatal 2014 shooting of Chester City Councilman Odell Williams. McClinton, who was driving the truck that Williams was pursuing before he was shot, was sentenced to five years in prison on each charge, with the sentences running concurrently. 'True Crime with Aphrodite Jones' will air a special at 9 p.m. Monday on the killing of beloved York, South Carolina, city worker Ernest Tolbert in 2008. Kenneth Andrew Williams, a Northwestern High School assistant principal accused of having sex with a student, appeared at a Wednesday morning hearing where his bond was set at $110,000. A police detective talked about what officers found in their investigation; a victim advocate read a letter from the victim's mother. York County sheriff's spokesman Trent Faris talks about when deputies suspected the alleged abduction reported by two Fort Mill boys had been made up. He also talked about the 'lesson' officers hope they learned. Chester County Sheriff Alex Underwood is in court this week facing allegations from former deputy Mary Anne Tolbert that he coerced sex. Underwood calls the claims false. Here are excerpts from opening statements. Father of alleged victim calls suspect "menace to society" and her actions "despicable. " Two are charged with felony resisting arrest in incident after allegedly punching Rock Hill Police Officer Mark Schurig, causing vision damage. York Police Department and York School District One are investigating after a school bus was involved in a hit and run crash involving a pedestrian. Here are excerpts from a press conference Wednesday afternoon. Investigators charged Jacob Smith of Rock Hill with a fourth count of second degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor after a second teen victim came forward. Smith appeared in court Wednesday for a bond hearing, which was attended by the second victim's parents who claim Smith is a manipulator who hides behind Christianity. Bond was denied.

2016-08-30 00:25 www.heraldonline.com

19 John Lennon's killer Mark Chapman denied parole again John Lennon's killer Mark Chapman has been denied parole for a ninth time. Chapman, 61, shot the former Beatles star in New York in 1980. He told the parole board he now accepted his crime was "premeditated, selfish and evil". But they told him: "In spite of many favourable factors, we find all to be outweighed by the premeditated and celebrity seeking nature of the crime. " His release would "be incompatible with the welfare of society" and "undermine respect for the law", they concluded. Chapman was sentenced to 20 years to life in jail in 1981 after pleading guilty to second-degree murder. Lennon was aged 40 when he was shot four times outside a Manhattan apartment block. According to the ruling released by the New York Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, the board considered factors including Chapman's "personal efforts to study and educate yourself", the "network of support and release plans" and "official opposition". They said: "From our interview and review of your records, we find that your release would be incompatible with the welfare of society and would so deprecate that seriousness of the crime as to undermine respect for the law. " Chapman will next be eligible for parole in August 2018. 2016-08-30 00:25 www.bbc.co.uk

20 US rapper Rhymefest invites Donald Trump to Chicago US rapper and activist Che "Rhymefest" Smith has invited Donald Trump to Chicago to counter the Republican nominee's bleak picture of the city. "I will walk you down a block, Mr Trump, and I guarantee you won't get shot," he said on CNN. The rapper made headlines after he said he was mistreated by police officers while reporting an armed robbery. The invitation comes after Mr Trump said he had the solution to combat Chicago's soaring murder rate. He did not specify how he would solve the problem but he promised to improve African American lives across the US. "Look, it is a disaster the way African Americans are living… We'll get rid of the crime. You'll be able to walk down the street without getting shot. Right now, you walk down the street, you get shot. " Then he sparked controversy on Saturday after he apparently used the murder of NBA star Dwyane Wade's cousin to court African-American voters. The professional basketball star's cousin, Nykea Aldridge, was fatally shot while pushing her baby in a pram on the South Side. The 32-year-old woman was not the intended target, police said. Mr Trump weighed in on the high-profile murder, tweeting: "Just what I have been saying. African-Americans will VOTE TRUMP! " Critics lashed out against the New York billionaire for trying to leverage the murder as a reason African-Americans should vote for him and for spelling the Chicago Bull's name wrong in his initial tweet. He later corrected it. Senator Tim Kaine, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton's running mate, called out Mr Trump for politicising the murder. "We ought to be extending our sympathy to the family - that's the only reaction that is appropriate right now, and maybe a sadness about this gun violence issue, which we know is complicated," Mr Kaine said. Hours later, Mr Trump tweeted his condolences for the basketball star's family. An uptick in shootings in Chicago culminated with the death of Wade's cousin last week, drawing national attention to the city's soaring murder rate. The city of 2.7 million has more shootings and murders than any other US city, according to FBI and Chicago police data. On Saturday, Rhymefest, whose real name is Che Smith, tweeted his disgust with Chicago police after he tried to report a robbery in which he was held at gunpoint. The Grammy award-winning artist posted a video of himself arguing with officers at the front desk. The Chicago native told CNN on Monday he did receive an apology from the police, but that law enforcement needed to work with its communities to quell the rise in violence. Rhymefest also addressed Mr Trump's controversial tweets, challenging the Republican nominee to come to Chicago to see that it is not just a city known for its gun violence.

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22 Week 1 prep football schedule: Non-district matchups set to go WEEK 1 METRO PREP FOOTBALL SCHEDULE All games are non-district Thursday, Sept. 1 Jesuit vs. Warren Easton at Tad Gormley, 7 p.m. Grace King vs. West Jefferson at Joe Yenni, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2 Ridgewood at Ben Franklin, 4 p.m. Lusher at Country Day, 4 p.m. Holy Cross at Mandeville, 7 p.m. John Curtis vs. Landry-Walker at Muss Bertolino, 7 p.m. Rummel vs. University High at Joe Yenni, 7 p.m. Ehret at Riverside, 7 p.m. Slidell at Destrehan, 7 p.m. Karr at St. Paul’s, 7 p.m. Brother Martin vs. Plaquemine at Tad Gormley, 7 p.m. St. Thomas Aquinas at Chalmette, 7 p.m. Covington at Franklinton, 7 p.m. BR-Woodlawn at Hahnville, 7 p.m. Thibodaux at St. Charles, 7 p.m. West St. John at St. James, 7 p.m. Shaw at East St. John, 7 p.m. Bonnabel at South Lafourche, 7 p.m. East Jefferson at Salmen, 7 p.m. Helen Cox vs. Riverdale at Hoss Memtsas, 7 p.m. Higgins at Port Allen, 7 p.m. Lakeshore at Fontainebleau, 7 p.m. Ocean Springs (Miss.) at Hammond, 7 p.m. Biloxi (Miss.) at Northshore, 7 p.m. Jewel Sumner at Ponchatoula, 7 p.m. South Plaquemines at Belle Chasse, 7 p.m. Clark vs. Carver at Pan American, 7 p.m. Pearl River at Pine, 7 p.m. De La Salle at Gulfport (Miss.), 7 p.m. McMain at Newman, 7 p.m. Sci Academy at Fisher, 7 p.m. Cohen at Albany, 7 p.m. Haynes at Pope John Paul II, 7 p.m. Thomas Jefferson at St. Martin’s, 7 p.m. Dunham at Hannan, 7 p.m. Northlake Christian at Capitol, 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3 McDonogh 35 vs. St. Augustine at Tad Gormley, 7 p.m. KIPP at Houston-KIPP, TBA ***************** Jim Derry can be reached at [email protected] or 504.232.9944. Follow him on Twitter at www.twitter.com/JimDerryJr . See More Sports News »

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23 Science: A Short Story Several years ago Uncle Sam declared Jones, a man in his mid-40s, to be uniquely entitled to retire immediately at double his real annual income of $100,000 for life. Jones took Uncle Sam up on this offer. Each and every year until Jones enters oblivion Uncle Sam now transfers to him $200,000. Jones is made materially better off by this deal. Not only does Jones no longer have to toil for his income, but his annual income grew by 100 percent. But Jones is eventually troubled by his good fortune. “Hmmm,” Jones tells his golfing partner, Jackson, as they drive together to the golf course one sunny morning a few years after Jones began to receive this pension, “the money I get must come from somewhere — and, more importantly, the resources that I annually consume must come from somewhere and could be used otherwise. Yet I now do nothing to add to the stock of resources, goods, and services that my fellow human beings and I consume; I no longer produce anything for others. Each year I simply consume $200,000 worth of stuff that, I worry, other people produce. I wonder if I’m harming other people, given that at no time in my life did I contract with anyone to supply me with such a pension. Uncle Sam just bestowed it upon me, unilaterally. I wonder if the lifetime pension paid to me by Uncle Sam makes other people worse off.” Jones is lucky that Jackson is an econometrician. “Well, my friend,” says Jackson confidently to Jones, “let’s look at the data. When I get home this afternoon I’ll examine the data. I have access to all the available statistics on the economy — GDP, median household income, average real wages, you name it. I can call up more data sets than you can imagine! And I know all the latest econometric techniques — did I tell you that I have a PhD in economics, with a concentration on econometrics, from MIT? Anyway, I’ll perform something call ‘time-series analysis’ to see if your receipt of the pension caused any changes in the trend of the data over time. If we see no change in the data — say, no fall in the growth of GDP when Uncle Sam started to pay you that 200 grand each year — then we’ll know that your pension causes no one any economic harm. Pretty simple, eh?!” Jones thanks Jackson, but inquires “Are you sure your method of testing to see if my pension costs anyone anything works? Is it valid?” Jackson pats Jones patronizingly on the shoulder and replies, “Look, Jones, we’re science-based guys, right? We look at the data — carefully, of course — to tell us what’s what. All we can know is what the data tell us. I’ll let you know tomorrow what the data say.” Jones is grateful for his good and scientific friend, Jackson. The next morning Jones’s iPhone rings with the special ringtone that Jones assigned to Jackson. “Hey Jackson. What do the data say?” Jackson happily informs Jones that, after looking at the data carefully and every which way, Jackson finds no evidence that Jones’s pension reduces anyone else’s economic well-being. “No one loses because of your pension, my friend. Your gain has no discernible effect on GDP, economic- growth rates, household incomes, wages, you name it. I find no evidence in the data that the economy is in any way worsened, even in the slightest, by your receipt of your pension. And because I’m data-driven — because in my scientific modesty I don’t dare speculate on what in the economy might be happening that isn’t detectable in the data — I can only conclude that your pension has no effect on anyone except you! You’re made better off and no one is made worse off.” Jones is much-relieved that science reveals that Uncle Sam’s practice of annually transferring to him $200,000 imposes no costs on others. “Thanks, Jackson!” Jones tells his friend with sincere gratitude. “Dinner and drinks are on me tonight!” At that dinner Jackson spent a long time telling Jones about some of his other research, including research on the minimum wage. Jackson explained to Jones that the data reveal that modest increases in the minimum wage cause no discernible job losses — which means that modest increases in the minimum wage, contrary to the dogmatic assertions of unscientific economists, in reality cause no job losses. “Sounds right to me,” Jones says as he finishes his fourth glass of Montrachet, telling himself that he’s grateful for his scientific friend’s empirical discovery that his (Jones’s) pension costs no one anything. This item first ran on CafeHayek.com.

2016-08-30 00:27 Donald Boudreaux spectator.org

24 A Coupla Resentful Ignoramuses It doesn’t seem to matter how unlikely, ahistorical, or plain dumb the story is (or as we have learned to say, the “narrative”), there is always a market for it, especially among the gullible, resentful, and ill-informed. Colin Kaepernick, currently with the San Francisco Forty-Niners, is all three, and therefore vulnerable to the political left’s phantasm that American police officers are little more than ku kluxers, devoted to taking the lives of law-abiding African Americans at every opportunity. By now almost everyone has learned of Kaepernick’s refusal to stand for the National Anthem before games because America, according to him, is a racist hell-hole. “I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color,” he said in explanation of his dissing of America. The assertions that contemporary America systematically oppresses blacks, or that police officers in America are systematically anti-black racists and a threat to the lives of law-abiding black citizens, are too transparently false to even justify rebuttals. But a certain political party, which shall remain nameless, relentlessly retails this vision of Bull Connor’s America in order to ensure that black voters will remain a wholly-owned subsidiary of said political party. It has worked so far. Kaepernick is just one of the latest to rise to this pernicious bait, and one whom the media attaches a lot of attention to because of his employer. Which employer, by the way, is oppressing Kaepernick this season to the tune of $11.9 million, even though this five-year veteran of the NFL has yet to learn how to be a pocket quarterback. Kaepernick’s scrambling on the football field doesn’t work as well as it did at first. (NFL defenses always catch up to the college game.) And his scrambled view of the country that has so richly rewarded him doesn’t work at all. Kaepernick isn’t the only household name malcontent from this week’s news. Barbra Streisand, whom America has showered with attention, affection, and money for decades, told 60 Minutes interviewer Michael Usher Sunday that she would move to Australia or Canada if Donald Trump is elected president in November. Can we have that in writing, Babs? If the Donald does prevail, perhaps Barbra and Colin could go down under together. They wouldn’t be missed in patriotic precincts here. And is it too much to ask that they take Alec Baldwin with them? He’s one of these entertainment bums who promise to leave if the conservative candidate wins and are never as good as their word (see 2000).

2016-08-30 00:27 Larry Thornberry spectator.org

25 England football coach Allardyce calls up Antonio for World Cup qualifier London : New England football head coach Sam Allardyce has named uncapped West Ham winger Michail Antonio in his squad for their 2018 World Cup Group F qualifier against Slovakia on September 4. It will be Allardyce's first match in charge since he took over after the Euro 2016 in July. Sam Allardyce England lost in the pre- quarter final stage to Iceland in a shock defeat that led to Allardyce replacing Roy Hodgson. The squad: Goalkeepers: Fraser Forster, Joe Hart, Tom Heaton. Defenders: Gary Cahill, Nathaniel Clyne, Phil Jagielka, Danny Rose, Luke Shaw, Chris Smalling, John Stones, Kyle Walker. Midfielders: Dele Alli, Michail Antonio, Eric Dier, Danny Drinkwater, Jordan Henderson, Adam Lallana, Wayne Rooney, Raheem Sterling, Theo Walcott. Strikers: Harry Kane, Daniel Sturridge, Jamie Vardy.

2016-08-29 22:59 By IANS www.mid-day.com

26 Aussie pacer Coulter-Nile faces lengthy absence after bone stress injury Melbourne : Australia pacer Nathan Coulter-Niles horror run of injuries continued as he was diagnosed with a bone stress injury on Monday that will require a "lengthy rehabilitation period". Nathan Coulter-Niles Cricket Australia's (CA) update on Coulter-Nile came days after he was sent home early from the team's tour of Sri Lanka, ruling him out of the remainder of the ongoing One-Day International (ODI) series and the Twenty20 Internationals that follow. The Western Australia (WA) quick had been with the squad for the duration of the tour, although he wasn't seen in action since the intra-squad practice match nearly seven weeks ago, CA reported. A back complaint had hindered the 28-year-old's preparation for the ODI series opener in Colombo, which Australia won by three wickets, however those concerns had seemingly been put to the rest when he bowled with serious pace in the nets at Premadasa Stadium last Tuesday. But last Thursday, it was announced the quick would be sent home for further investigation into the injury late last week. "After returning to Australia, Nathan underwent an MRI scan which has unfortunately revealed a lumbar bone stress injury in his lower back," team's physiotherapist David Beakley said on Monday. "He will now enter a lengthy rehabilitation period with his return to play will be determined in due course. " While the exact length of Coulter-Nile's lay-off is yet to be determined, New South Wales (NSW) speedster Pat Cummins, who also suffered an "early stage lumbar bone stress fracture" 11 months ago, only made his return to cricket in a trial match for the Blues last week.

2016-08-29 22:53 By IANS www.mid-day.com

27 ISL: Delhi Dynamos' Florent Malouda returns as marquee player New Delhi : Delhi Dynamos today announced the return of UEFA Champions League winner Florent Malouda as their marquee player for the upcoming season of the Hero Indian Super League. His arrival will bolster the Lion's line- up given his performances and form with the Egyptian Premier League club Wadi Degla FC where he was out on loan after a stellar debut season with the Lions in the HISL season 2. Malouda, who had arrived at the club as one of the most high-profile signings last season, recorded the most amounts of assist and was seen as a highly rated attacking midfielder. He featured in 16 games last year and provided eight assists and soon became a fan favourite due to his exploits on the field. Club President Prashant Agarwal said, "Florent is a team player and he was an integral part of us reaching all the way till the semi-finals last season. His leadership both off & on the pitch is commendable. He is a true Lion and a favorite of our fans. I am sure everyone associated with DDFC is proud to have Malouda back with us! " "I am very excited to be back in India. It was a wonderful experience for me to play in the league last year and enjoyed it a lot. It was for the first time that I played outside Europe and to be honest I enjoyed it a lot," Malouda said. "We had a very good squad last season and it was sad that we had to bow out of the tournament in the semis. It's a different squad this year, I hope that we can build on what we achieved last season and together aim to lift the trophy this season," the 36-year-old winger added.

2016-08-29 22:50 By PTI www.mid-day.com

28 La Liga: Rakitic's header gives Barcelona 1-0 win over Bilbao Bilbao (Spain) : Ivan Rakitic knocked in a decisive header in the first half of Barcelona's 1-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao. Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic (R) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against Athletic Club Bilbao. Pic/AFP Twenty minutes into play, it was Arda Turan, who perfectly centered the ball to the waiting Rakitic and he did not wait to slam the ball into the nets to take the lead, although they almost tied it up later on a free kick by Benat Etxebarria. Lacking Neymar after his gold-winning trip to the Rio Olympic Games, and with Andres Iniesta on the injured list, Luis Enrique Martinez's boys have nevertheless managed to develop the combinations to triumph in their first two games in this campaign. Nevertheless, the clash on Sunday was rather heated, freewheeling and intense, something that is unusual so early in the season, with Athletic fighting hard for at least a draw all the way up to the final whistle and developing more good chances than Barca. Lionel Messi got decent set-ups on several occasions although his shots failed to hit but as play unfolded it didn't matter after the Croatian's early score and Barcelona goalie Ter Stegen was able to fight off any threats posed by Athletic.

2016-08-29 22:49 By IANS www.mid-day.com

29 CRPF to appoint PV Sindhu as Commandant and brand ambassador New Delhi : Country's largest paramilitary force CRPF has decided to appoint Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu as it's brand ambassador and bestow the honorary rank of Commandant on the ace badminton player. Official sources said the force has moved a formal proposal in this regard to the Union Home Ministry and after getting required sanctions, Sindhu will be honoured and presented the rank badges and camouflage combat fatigues of the CRPF at a ceremonial event. It is understood that Sindhu has been informed and her consent taken by the CRPF in this regard. PV Sindhu A Commandant rank in the CRPF is equivalent to the position of a Superintendent of Police (SP) and such an officer commands a battalion of about 1,000 personnel, when posted in field operations. They said that about 3-lakh personnel strong force, mainstay for anti-Naxal operations and various internal security duty tasks in the country, chose Sindhu for the honour as her appointment will not only motivate the personnel to do better but will also send the message of women empowerment and that they are second to none. Being the brand ambassador of the force, they said, Sindhu would be asked to hold motivational sessions with troops when she is not playing or practising and her messages would be sent to all the personnel deployed across the country. The Central Reserve Police Force also has the credit of raising the first all- women battalion in a central paramilitary or a police force way back in 1987 and at present has four such contingents, with three in active duties. Few years back, border guarding force BSF had appointed cricketer Virat Kohli as it's brand ambassador. Sindhu won a historic silver in the women's singles badminton at the recently concluded Rio Olympic Games and was today conferred India's highest sporting honour -- the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna -- along with other Olympic stars wrestler Sakshi Malik (bronze medallist), gymnast Dipa Karmakar and shooter Jitu Rai by President Pranab Mukherjee.

2016-08-29 22:48 By PTI www.mid-day.com

30 Germany says Facebook must do better about removing hateful content Facebook should be more proactive in removing racist and violent content from its sites, the German interior minister said on Monday after a visit to the company’s offices in Berlin. “Facebook has an immensely important economic position and just like every other large enterprise it has a immensely important social responsibility,” Thomas de Maiziere said. “Facebook should take down racist content or calls for violence from its pages on its own initiative even if it hasn’t yet received a complaint.” The German government has been critical of Facebook in the past. Political leaders and regulators have complained the world’s largest social network, with 1.6 billion monthly users, had been slow to respond to hate speech and anti-immigrant messages. Last year Heiko Maas, the country’s justice minister, told Reuters that Facebook must abide by stricter German laws banning racist sentiment even if it might be allowed in the United States under freedom of speech. De Maiziere said he recognized Facebook’s efforts to develop software that can better identify outlawed content and praised its efforts to fight child pornography. He said it was right to warn users in its terms against the dissemination of illegal content. “But it’s up to the company to ensure those terms are upheld,” he said. “A company with a good reputation for innovation will have to earn a good reputation in this area.” Eva-Maria Kirschsieper, Facebook’s head of public policy in Germany , told reporters during de Maiziere’s visit that the discussions between political leaders and companies in social media would continue. “We see ourselves as part of German society and part of the German economy,” she said. “And we know that we have a major responsibility and we want to live up to this responsibility. We take this issue very seriously indeed.” Mark Wallace, a former US ambassador to the United Nations who now heads the Counter Extremist Project (CEP) in New York, a non-profit group that maintains a database of information about extremist groups, said Facebook was a leader in the social media sector in combating extremism, but more work was needed. “Of all the companies, Facebook has done the most, but they’re all just starting to recognize that the weaponization of social media platforms is not good business and not good for society,” Wallace told Reuters. CEP is completing testing of a new software tool that will identify new images and videos published on social media sites by Islamic State and other extremist groups, and remove them instantly wherever they occur, much as already done with child pornography images. Earlier this year, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg came to Berlin to respond to the criticism. He said he had learned from Facebook’s experience in Germany that migrants were a group of people who also needed to be protected from hate speech online.

2016-08-29 22:17 Reuters www.theguardian.com

31 Malcolm Turnbull's popularity at new low, Newspoll shows Malcolm Turnbull’s popularity is at a fresh low, according to the latest poll. The Australian’s Newspoll of 1,696 voters shows the Coalition has lost some support and its two-party- preferred vote was now locked at 50-50 with Labor. Satisfaction levels with the prime minister have dropped six percentage points since the 2 July election to 34%, the lowest level since Turnbull ousted Tony Abbott from office. Dissatisfaction with Turnbull is up five points since election day to 52%. Overall, Turnbull is still preferred prime minister compared with the opposition leader, Bill Shorten , on 43% to 32%. The Coalition’s primary vote has declined from 42.1% to 41%. Labor’s primary vote has risen to 36% from 34.7% on election day. Barnaby Joyce , the deputy prime minister, played down the poll result. “You will drive yourself crazy if you start worrying about polls at the start of the political term,” he told the Nine Network on Tuesday. The federal government was busy getting stuck in and making the hard decisions to take the country forward, Joyce said.

2016-08-29 22:00 Australian Associated www.theguardian.com

32 Amnesty International calls on Israel to ensure free trial for World Vision staffer On Monday, Amnesty International, a human rights advocacy organization, called on Israel to ensure a “fair and open” trial for Mohammed El-Halabi, the World Vision International staffer who was arrested on charges of funneling money to the Izzadin Kassam Brigades, Hamas’s armed wing. In a report on its website, Amnesty International said that Israel initially “denied El-Halabi access to a lawyer.” Be the first to know - Join our Facebook page. The human rights organization added that Israel has shrouded a number of details of El-Halabi’s case in secrecy, citing that his lawyer cannot disclose details of the charges against him. Magdalena Mughrabi, deputy director of the Middle East and North Africa Program at Amnesty International warned, “Secret trials are the most flagrant violation of the right to a public hearing.” Amnesty International admits that international law allows states to hold trials in secret on the grounds of national security, but said that “Israeli authorities have not put forward a case to explain why such conditions are necessary for this trial.” Mughrabi also called on Israel to investigate allegations that El-Halabi confessed to authorities under duress. “The Israeli authorities must immediately investigate the allegations that El-Halabi was mistreated in custody and may have been forced into ‘confessing’ under duress,” Mughrabi said. Separately, Mughrabi asked Israel to refrain from treating allegations as fact until a verdict is issued. “The Israeli authorities must cease all statements that could prejudice the outcome of the trial. Reporting allegations as fact is a violation of the presumption of innocence,” Mughrabi said. Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman Immanuel Nachshon told The Jerusalem Post that Israel categorically rejects Amnesty International’s report. The spokesman said that Israel is not carrying out the trial in secrecy. “The trial is not being held in secrecy, but rather is closed to the public because sensitive information will be revealed,” he said. “This is totally standard procedure.” Nachshon added that there is no basis to allegations that El-Halabi made a confession under duress. “He has been interrogated according to all legal principles,” he said, adding, “Mr. El-Halabi gave a confession of his own free will regarding all aspects of his terrorism-related activities. In addition, his confession is substantiated by seized documents by the Israeli security services.” The spokesman added that Israel is not treating El-Halabi as a convict. “In the Israeli legal system, everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Mr. El- Halabi is being treated as a suspect.” On August 4, an Israeli court charged El-Halabi with funneling money to the Izzadin Kassam Brigades, Hamas’s armed wing. The Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) said that El-Halabi transferred $7.2 million of humanitarian aid money annually to Hamas’s coffers. World Vision has said that “it has no reason” to believe the charges against El-Halabi. Think others should know about this? Please share | |

2016-08-29 21:53 ADAM RASGON www.jpost.com

33 3,000 migrants rescued at sea off Libyan coast – video Over 3,000 migrants are rescued on Monday off the coast of Libya with the majority of them hailing from Eritrea and Somalia. One of the 20 boats contained over 700 refugees that were rescued 13 miles from Sabratha, Libya. They were rescued by two NGO’s and the Italian navy in the Mediterranean Sea

2016-08-29 21:40 Source: AP www.theguardian.com

34 A San Francisco Forty-whiner Contact WND Order Branco’s first book of politically incorrect — and hilarious — cartoons Mike Lester illustrates Clinton team going to extremes to wipe 'wedding, yoga' emails Mike Lester shows GOP elites' reaction to reporter's question A. F. Branco shows monetary impact of foundation A. F. Branco illustrates nature of Clinton's pay-for-play system A. F. Branco shows impact of Obama's 'ransom' payment Mike Lester illustrates press treatment of 2 major candidates A. F. Branco illustrates Clinton response to Trump's 'extreme vetting' Mike Lester illustrates reaction to U. S. swimmers' 'robbery' account Mike Lester has Obama responding to reporter about flooding disaster A. F. Branco notes bias in coverage of 2 major candidates

2016-08-29 21:33 www.wnd.com

35 Facebook changes 'Trending' in wake of political bias charges Contact WND (ABCNEWS. GO) — After facing accusations that Facebook’s staff were being biased in their selection of stories for prominent placement on users’ newsfeeds, the company has announced that it is streamlining its “Trending” module so that the selection of topics is more automated. The social media giant said that the selection of stories would be “more algorithmically driven,” and would no longer features a description written by human beings — just a topic. For more information, users will have to hover over a topic with their mouse, at which point they will see a snippet from “an automatically selected original news story.” Humans will continue to oversee the software selection to ensure that topics selected are indeed newsworthy and not about everyday — some might say banal — topics like “#lunch,” according to a blog post on the company’s website.

2016-08-29 21:31 www.wnd.com

36 Former San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't respect Colin Kaepernick's actions ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh didn't mince words when asked Monday about the recent protest made by his former quarterback Colin Kaepernick . "I acknowledge his right to do that. I don't respect the motivation or the action," said Harbaugh, who coached Kaepernick with the San Francisco 49ers. Harbaugh looked to clarify his comments in a tweet later Monday. I apologize for misspeaking my true sentiments. To clarify, I support Colin's motivation. It's his method of action that I take exception to — Coach Harbaugh (@CoachJim4UM) August 29, 2016 Kaepernick remained seated this weekend while the national anthem played prior to the 49ers' preseason game against the Green Bay Packers. After the game, he told reporters that he sat because he didn't want to show pride in a country that oppresses people of color. "To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way," Kaepernick told reporters. "There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder. " Harbaugh coached Kaepernick in San Francisco for four seasons until leaving for the Michigan job last year. Harbaugh benched Alex Smith in favor of Kaepernick in 2012, which gave the quarterback his opportunity to rise to a higher profile in the NFL. Harbaugh's brother -- Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh -- said Monday that he respected Kaepernick's right to protest, even if he doesn't agree with how he's doing it. Editor's Picks Ex-Army Ranger: Protest sends 'wrong message' Steelers LT Alejandro Villanueva thinks Colin Kaepernick needs to look at the "big picture" as he's sending "the wrong message" by sitting for the national anthem. Eagles LB Tavarres to join Kaeperick in protest Speaking to ESPN on Monday, rookie linebacker Myke Tavarres said he plans to sit out the national anthem when the Eagles host the Jets in their preseason finale Thursday. 1 Related Steelers LT Alejandro Villanueva thinks Colin Kaepernick needs to look at the "big picture" as he's sending "the wrong message" by sitting for the national anthem. Speaking to ESPN on Monday, rookie linebacker Myke Tavarres said he plans to sit out the national anthem when the Eagles host the Jets in their preseason finale Thursday. "Voltaire so eloquently stated, 'I may not agree with what you say, but I'll defend it until death your right to say it,'" John Harbaugh said. "That's a principle that our country is founded on. I don't think you cannot deny someone the right to speak out or mock or make fun or belittle anybody else's opinion. " John Harbaugh, however, said it's a fine line between standing up for what you believe in and not becoming a distraction to the team. He tells his players that you have to make sure you believe what you say publicly because you have to own it. "You respect our team, our organization and the other players," John Harbaugh said. "You respect the mission that we're on and what we're trying to accomplish. None of us ever want us to detract or disrespect the efforts of all the other players on the football team. That's the balance that all of us have to strike when we speak out about something like that. " The Harbaughs were just a couple of the many football voices to weigh in Monday on Kaepernick's protest. Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh said he understood where Kaepernick was coming from. "I think it's an individual choice," Suh said before practice Monday. "At the same time, I think a lot of [us] as leaders, especially with young kids, is to make a good, proper announcement if you feel the need to. I think that's what he's doing. I support him in that and for me, I just have to move forward and go with the punches. " Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy called the protest an "educational opportunity," while Detroit Lions coach Jim Caldwell said he would not put a mandate on his players to stand during the anthem. New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees voiced his displeasure with the protest and said he believes standing for the anthem is a way for players to give thanks to military members who've "sacrificed so much for that flag throughout history. " "I wholeheartedly disagree," Brees told ESPN's Mike Triplett on Monday. "Not that he wants to speak out about a very important issue. No, he can speak out about a very important issue. But there's plenty of other ways that you can do that in a peaceful manner that doesn't involve being disrespectful to the American flag. " Brees said he felt compelled to speak out because he has always been a passionate supporter of the military and feels the American flag is the "one thing that's sacred. " "Sitting down for that, that is a blatant disrespect of the freedoms that that gives you," Brees said. "Like it's an oxymoron that you're sitting down, disrespecting that flag that has given you the freedom to speak out. " Republican president nominee Donald Trump challenged Kaepernick's protest as a "terrible thing. " "Maybe he should find a country that works better for him," Trump told The Dori Monson Show on 97.3 KIRO FM in Seattle. "Let him try. It won't happen. " Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman said he respected Kaepernick for speaking out, even if he wasn't sure about the methods. "There is some depth and some truth into what he was doing," Sherman said. "I think he could have picked a better platform and a better way to do it, but every day they say athletes are so robotic and do everything by the book. And then when somebody takes a stand like that, he gets his head chopped off. " ESPN staff writer Jamison Hensley contributed to this report.

2016-08-29 21:22 Dan Murphy www.espn.com

37 2016 US Open -- Men's first-round matches at National Tennis Center NEW YORK -- Playing with his left wrist heavily bandaged, Rafael Nadal won his first Grand Slam match in more than three months Monday, easily beating Denis Istomin of Uzbekistan 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 at the US Open. Nadal's first-round victory in Arthur Ashe Stadium on Monday was straightforward. He produced 14 of his 21 winners via his forehand, which showed little sign of being troubled by a wrist he says is still not completely healed. Nadal hadn't played at a major since winning his second-round match at the French Open on May 26. He then withdrew from Roland Garros before the third round and sat out Wimbledon because of the problematic wrist. Editor's Picks Bodo: US Open structural changes give event greater prestige Welcome to the new-look US Open, where vast enhancements have given this event a significantly different feel. Muguruza recovers, Kerber sizzles in Open starts Garbine Muguruza, Angelique Kerber both reached the second round of the US Open, but they took very opposite routes in getting there. 1 Related Welcome to the new-look US Open, where vast enhancements have given this event a significantly different feel. Garbine Muguruza, Angelique Kerber both reached the second round of the US Open, but they took very opposite routes in getting there. In an earlier match, 2014 US Open champion Marin Cilic beat 108th-ranked Rogerio Dutra Silva 6-4, 7-5, 6-1 despite posting more unforced errors than winners (24-23). Cilic, the seventh seed, is coming off his first Masters title, beating Andy Murray in the final at Cincinnati. Dutra Silva is now 0-3 against top-10 players. He came in 3-3 in his career at the US Open and 0-5 in the other majors. In another early match, Britain's Kyle Edmund , making his US Open debut, upset 13th-seeded Richard Gasquet 6-2, 6-2, 6-3. The 21-year-old Edmund, ranked 84th, had 40 winners, 21 on his forehand. He has twice made it to the second round at the French Open. Said Gasquet, the 2013 US Open semifinalist, hadn't lost in the first round at a major since 2010 at Roland Garros: "Not sure I could do worse. " The Associated Press contributed to this report.

2016-08-29 21:22 Jeff Legwold www.espn.com

38 ‘We’re not going home’: inside the North Dakota oil pipeline protest – video There is a battle under way near Cannon Ball, North Dakota, over plans for a multibillion-dollar oil pipeline. The North Dakota Access pipeline will run just outside the formal boundary of the Standing Rock Sioux reservation, and tribal members fear it will pollute local drinking water and disturb sacred sites 2016-08-29 21:13 Chris Whitworth www.theguardian.com

39 Joe Hart: Man City keeper to have Torino medical before loan move By Simon Stone BBC Sport Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart will have a medical on Tuesday for his loan move to Serie A side Torino. The Football Association gave Hart permission to leave the England camp on Monday so he could travel to Italy. Hart, 29, has been told by new manager Pep Guardiola that he is free to leave. A deal is now likely to be completed before the 31 August transfer deadline, with Hart then rejoining the England squad for Sunday's first 2018 World Cup qualifying match in Slovakia. Last week Everton boss Ronald Koeman ruled out a loan move for Hart after strong rumours linking him with the Merseysiders. Hart is yet to feature in the Premier League under Guardiola, who has signed Chile goalkeeper Claudio Bravo, 33, from Barcelona. Officials at the club have vowed to help the 29-year-old "find the best solution" in order to keep his international place. City are paying some of Hart's wages to allow him to move to Serie A for the season, though the amount is not known. Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox. Bright 'n' breezy Fit for Sport Kids Activity Camp

2016-08-29 20:56 www.bbc.co.uk

40 40 Myke Tavarres of Philadelphia Eagles changes plans, will stand for national anthem Philadelphia Eagles rookie linebacker Myke Tavarres has reversed course and will now stand for the national anthem Thursday after earlier saying he would sit it out in protest. "He plans on standing for the National Anthem," Tavarres' agent, Corey Williams, said in a statement Monday. "Myke does not want to be a distraction to the Philadelphia Eagles organization. Myke's goal is and will always be to make the Eagles 53-man roster and help the team win a Super Bowl. " Asked if he advised Tavarres to change his stance, Williams replied: "Yes, I did. " Speaking to ESPN on Monday, Tavarres said he almost sat during the anthem ceremony preceding Saturday night's game against the Colts in Indianapolis, and he had planned to follow through when the Eagles host the New York Jets in their preseason finale Thursday night. Editor's Picks Kaepernick will sit for anthem until there's change Colin Kaepernick plans to sit through the national anthem for as long as he feels is appropriate and until he sees major change in America, specifically when it comes to race relations. Ex-Army Ranger: Protest sends 'wrong message' Steelers LT Alejandro Villanueva thinks Colin Kaepernick needs to look at the "big picture" as he's sending "the wrong message" by sitting for the national anthem. Ex-49er Boone rips Kaepernick for 'shameful' act Colin Kaepernick's ex-teammate Alex Boone, now with the Vikings, said, "we probably would have had a problem on the sideline" had the QB sat the national anthem during his time in San Francisco. 2 Related Colin Kaepernick plans to sit through the national anthem for as long as he feels is appropriate and until he sees major change in America, specifically when it comes to race relations. Steelers LT Alejandro Villanueva thinks Colin Kaepernick needs to look at the "big picture" as he's sending "the wrong message" by sitting for the national anthem. Colin Kaepernick's ex-teammate Alex Boone, now with the Vikings, said, "we probably would have had a problem on the sideline" had the QB sat the national anthem during his time in San Francisco. "Oh, I thought about it. Believe me, I definitely thought about it," Tavarres said of sitting Saturday night. "And usually I'm front and center on the line with the rest of the guys, and that's since pre-K all the way up. Saturday's game, I stepped back, I was in the background, and it didn't feel right to me at all, and so I will be taking a stand -- or sitting down -- for the fourth game. " Kaepernick has created a national conversation for opting not to stand for "The Star Spangled Banner" this preseason because of his views on the country's treatment of racial minorities. Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz had an open forum on the topic during a group meeting Monday, according to multiple players. Several people spoke, including Malcolm Jenkins , Leodis McKelvin and Tavarres, one source in attendance said. "We've got an issue in this country in this day and age, and I feel like somebody needs to step up and we all need to step up," Tavarres said. "We've got that right. There's just a lot going on that people don't want to talk about, and I feel like us as athletes, we're looked at as role models. And I feel like with Colin Kaepernick, he's doing a great job for standing up in what he believes in, and most people may not like that, but that's his opinion, he's entitled to it, and I respect him for doing it. " Tavarres is an undrafted rookie out of Incarnate Word. He made the first round of cuts, as the Eagles recently trimmed their roster to 74 players, and is trying to make the team to contribute mainly on special teams.

2016-08-29 20:56 Tim McManus www.espn.com

41 Trader Joe's v Pirate Joe's, again: case against knockoff will return to court Pirate Joe’s, a renegade Canadian grocery store, is going back to court with Trader Joe’s, an American grocery store with a cult following. In an October 2013 trademark case, Trader Joe’s said the Vancouver shop was violating trademark laws with its operation, which resells Trader Joe’s products in Canada, where there are no Trader Joe’s stores. A US district judge dismissed the case, writing that Trader Joe’s could not prove that Pirate Joe’s affected its business in the US. Last week, however, the ninth circuit court of appeals said the case could proceed because the Canadian store could devalue an American-held trademark. “It’s pretty obvious to me that Pirate Joe’s is short for unaffiliated, or unauthorized, there never has and never will be an effort to trade on a name, we’re just providing a service and we think it’s benign,” Michael Hallatt, Pirate Joe’s founder, told the Guardian on Monday. The case will return to a federal district court in Washington state, where many Trader Joe’s stores have allegedly “blacklisted” Hallatt. He hires people to shop for him in Trader Joe’s stores across the country, then meets them in a secret location to load up his van and take the groceries across the border. “It [Pirate Joe’s] has never not been silly, and the fact that there’s this ninth circuit serious consideration of this whole thing, it’s beyond me,” Hallatt said. “It [Trader Joe’s] is a big company, with a big brand.” Trader Joe’s, which did not respond to a request for comment, estimated in court documents that Hallatt had spent more than $350,000 on its products. In November 2014, Hallatt told the Guardian that was how much he spent annually at Trader Joe’s. Hallatt, who marks up products like chocolate-covered almonds and gorgonzola cheese crackers by $1.50 or more, said he was hoping to make $100,000 this year so he could hire someone to run the store for him. The shop moved to a larger space this summer, and changed its name to Super Pirate Joe’s. After news of the reopening of the court case, Hallatt said customers were stocking up on items, in case the store shuts down. Trader Joe’s filed a lawsuit against Hallatt in 2013 for trademark infringement, unfair competition, false designation of origin and false advertising. Hallatt told the Guardian: “We’ll sit around waiting for a decision, years, and then there will be a decision, and then someone is going to appeal it, and we’re going to bounce this thing all the way to the supreme court. “That’s insane.”

2016-08-29 20:48 Amanda Holpuch www.theguardian.com

42 Paul 'ReDeYe' Chaloner Fifteen years ago may not seem like a long time, but in competitive video gaming, it's a lifetime. An industry that's butterflied into its adolescence and exploded over the past two years was once tiny and in its infancy, despite the common belief that it only just begun. For Paul Chaloner, a 44-year-old man from Brighton, England who goes by the nickname "ReDeYe," this is his playground and it has been for the past 15 years of his life. Editor's Picks Activision CEO Hirshberg: 'CoD esports athletes [are] the most elite' Call of Duty themed paintball, zombie haunted houses, and virtual reality. This year's Call of Duty XP plans to turn the game into a reality. G2 Esports takes decisive win in finals Although Splyce's Kobbe and Wunder kept things going as long as they could, ultimately G2 Esports successfully controlled the game and subdued its opponent on the way to victory. SumaiL parts ways with Evil Geniuses One year ago, SumaiL won the Aegis and became an overnight millionaire. This year, he's moving on. 2 Related Call of Duty themed paintball, zombie haunted houses, and virtual reality. This year's Call of Duty XP plans to turn the game into a reality. Although Splyce's Kobbe and Wunder kept things going as long as they could, ultimately G2 Esports successfully controlled the game and subdued its opponent on the way to victory. One year ago, SumaiL won the Aegis and became an overnight millionaire. This year, he's moving on. From South Korea to Poland to the United States, Chaloner has been at the forefront of esports since its inception. He's hosted two of the first esports, Quake and Unreal Tournament, the rising Counter-Strike, and one of the world's most popular esports franchises of all time, StarCraft. Chaloner has been the voice on the mic, as an announcer and commentator, for more than 59 esports titles in his tenure. Recently, he hosted Dota 2's The International 6, a $20.7 million tournament that houses 16 teams from around the world in its biggest event of the year at Seattle's KeyArena. Chaloner is no stranger to the International, but this year he not only hosted the event, he was consulted by Dota 2's developer Valve to see what improvements could be made to up the ante for the event. "The International is very challenging for me as a host," Chaloner says. "It's very difficult, it's a very tricky show, and this year we're trying some new things. I've been involved with Valve this year, and they asked me to come in and consult for them a couple of months ago and help them come up with ideas to make TI different and produce it very differently. " While Chaloner's career has been one of traveling the world and commentating on and hosting events, esports hasn't come without its price for him, he says. The traveling and time away, as well as the heavy workload, has made Chaloner make sacrifices in his personal life as well. Chaloner wishes, if he could go back in time 15 years ago, he could tell a younger version of himself that. "Be prepared for sacrifice," he says. "I haven't really spoken too much about it, but esports has cost me, there's no doubt about it. Personally and financially. I had a very lovely woman in my life with my children, we were very set, very happy, she was very supportive at the time, but esports took its toll on us. I haven't been with her for 7 years. It's caused all sorts of issues with my children, with my family, so this stuff doesn't come without a price. I think I would've told myself just be prepared for the sacrifice. " Chaloner's interest for video games came in the 1980s. He says his competitive drive, which he discovered while playing traditional sports, made single-player computer games, like "Chuckie Egg" on the Dragon 32 and "The Hobbit" on the Spectrum, enjoyable. While online gaming wasn't an option then, Chaloner says he always had one goal: "I loved the computers and the challenge of beating the computer. It was the biggest thing I got a kick out of. " As Chaloner got older, he witnessed the invention of the Internet. He says this truly fulfilled his competitive drive and mixed it with his love for video games. He was able to play online against others and compete against those better than him. "The Internet came along and that's when a modem got installed in my PC and it allowed me to play 'QuakeWorld' online and play against other human beings," he says. "And I suddenly realized, I wasn't quite as good as I thought I was. Kicking the asses of my friends every Saturday with a few beers, that was fairly easy. Beating people online in deathmatch was like, 'Oh, some of these guys are quite good.'" From there, Chaloner's unexpected journey began. His passion started with "Quake" and "Unreal Tournament," which were released in 1996 and 1999 respectively. In 2002, Chaloner was given the opportunity to broadcast a "Quake" game online. If you told him he'd be the world's most popular esports host back then, he'd probably tell you that you were crazy. It didn't take long for the esports industry to begin its early stages of development. More competitive video games, like "StarCraft: Brood War" and "Counter-Strike 1.6," released and immediately took off in South Korea and Europe respectively as top games. Chaloner, who was becoming more involved in broadcasting at the time, realized that he would have to step out of his comfort zone and learn to broadcast other games if he wanted to make a career. That really hit him after a conversation with Twitch director of programming Marcus "djWHEAT" Graham, who at the time, was an up-and-coming broadcaster in the space. "In 2004, we were all going to the World Cyber Games grand finals and back then, we'd only take five or six commentators and you had to cover 14 or 15 games, right? " Chaloner says. "So I didn't get to go in 2004, but I went in 2005 because WHEAT said to me, 'Dude, basically, you're gonna need to learn more games than just 'Unreal Tournament,' 'Counter-Strike' and 'Quake.' You're going to be more valuable, and you can be used more flexibly.'" While now, commentators the likes Anders Blume, Auguste "Semmler" Massonnat, Rivington "Riv" Bisland III, Christopher "MonteCristo" Mykles, make more than a fair living by casting primarily only one game, Chaloner says in the early days of the industry, that was just not possible. But now, 15 years into his career and unlike his peers, Chaloner's covered 59 games, something no other broadcaster in the esports space even holds a candle too. "I can pretty much do almost any game on stage without really knowing much about it, there's a certain set of skills that I've picked up over the years that allow me to do main-stage for most games: hype a crowd, get them excited," he explains. "I think it's been easier for me to go and do that and transition over to those other games, because I did that very early on as a commentator. And as a commentator, switching games is really tough. " " I can pretty much do almost any game on stage without really knowing much about it, there's a certain set of skills that I've picked up over the years that allow me to do main-stage for most games. " Like Anders, Semmler, and Mykles, Chaloner is a freelancer and works with multiple companies in the space at any given time, something that continues to grow in appeal as the industry grows. Unlike standard employment in casting, most notably with Riot Games and its League of Legends casters, these voices of the games are allowed to do as they please, create their own work schedules, and negotiate their market value. It's grown to the point in esports where it doesn't just encapsulate casting, but writing, consulting, designing, and other industry trades. Chaloner says he believes this model is healthy in esports, as he runs his own consulting business in addition to his own casting and host career. "It's [healthy] because at this time, a lot of companies want to come into this space, and they don't always know what they want. They've heard of esports, they like it, it has lots of money involved, and television viewing figures are really good, so they want in on it since the demographic suits them. That's often the case. " That push from non-endemic companies, those who did not originate in esports but want to come into the space, has occurred for over a decade. Chaloner, for his part, was an integral piece in one of the first major expansions into the space by non-endemics: the Championship Gaming Series. This tournament series was owned by major satellite television company, DirecTV, with direct association to Mountain Dew, British Sky Broadcasting, and STAR TV. This league was the first of its kind and broadcasted "Counter-Strike 1.6," "Counter-Strike: Source" and "Team Fortress 2" to television viewers around the world. Although it's seen as a disaster by many of those involved or who covered it independently, the Championship Gaming Series took a leap to broadcast esports on television. The Championship Gaming Series and its affiliates learned one of esports' hardest lessons by trial and failure: being genuine means almost everything. The league changed many in-game identifiers, such as the roles of terrorists and counter-terrorists, to suit television. Since the league's dissolution in Nov. 2008, DirecTV has never attempted to work in the esports space again, and Mountain Dew only just recently returned this year. "I think a lot of people are sold ideas, they can do this. They can spend $500,000 and can make this really cool tournament, and everyone will love them," Chaloner explains. "But actually, they're the people who get tarnished by it. They come in and do one thing and then are like, 'We didn't have a good experience in esports, no one told us it was this hard' and then they go away and we don't want to do that anymore. We don't want to alienate companies from this. " Chaloner says that he tries to do the exact opposite when he consults. He says that he warns his potential clients of challenges that might be ahead. "When someone comes to me and says, 'I want to invest in esports,' the first question I ask them is: 'Why?'" He says. "What is it that has attracted you? And usually, it's the demographic. Usually, it's because they want to reach those kinds of people. But it's not just that simple. You have to understand what mentality we have, who we are, we're very picky, we're very demanding, we want free stuff all the time, we want it to be bloody good when it's free. We're a tough demographic to crack, so I will advise them on that. " And for those who have been burned before, Chaloner is confident that they should give esports a second chance. But then again, they'll need to truly commit to producing the highest quality of product and work extremely hard at marketing their product. The esports audience only accepts the best, he says. "Second chance is exactly what it is. [Esports] is a different world now, 10 years later," he says. "I think companies will have a better experience now, but get the right person, get the right set of people around you. If you're gonna hire full-time, take the time, find the right guys. There are plenty of passionate and highly skilled people already. " Among the names Chaloner mentions, he says that his moment with HeatoN at his recent Esports Hall of Fame was something spectacular. "I had a fabulous moment with HeatoN before he went out and got his Hall of Fame award. ... HeatoN, I've known for more than 10 years as a friend," Chaloner explains. "We've gone through a number of things together, CGS obviously being one of them. I don't know, we just shared a moment backstage, a very nice moment, sort of very nostalgic in a way. I suppose one day it'd be quite nice to put together a book on that stuff. Maybe people would enjoy it. "

2016-08-29 20:43 Jacob Wolf www.espn.com

43 Korean pitcher's outrageously bad pickoff attempt almost takes out baserunner Too close for comfort. This pickoff-turned-horribly-wrong, brought to you by pitcher Lim Chang-yong of the Korean Baseball Organization's KIA Tigers, might have left Oh Jae-won of the Doosan Bears scarred for life. It's hard to tell if the ball heading directly for Jae-won's head was thrown intentionally, but one thing is for sure: He didn't take to it kindly. ICYMI... So this 'pick-off attempt' happened on Saturday (featuring KIA's Lim Chang-yong and Doosan's Oh Jae-won) pic.twitter.com/VXRx1P6sVK — Dan (@MyKBO) August 29, 2016 Korean reports state Chang-yong was suspended three games and ordered to complete 120 hours of community service for the bad throw.

2016-08-29 20:40 Elizabeth Baugh www.espn.com

44 Nick Chubb of Georgia Bulldogs cleared for season opener vs. North Carolina Tar Heels ATHENS, Ga. -- Georgia running back Nick Chubb has been cleared to play in the 18th-ranked Bulldogs' season opener against No. 22 North Carolina inside the Georgia Dome on Saturday. "He's been cleared," coach Kirby Smart said during his weekly news conference Monday. "It's a situation where he's scrimmaged and done live things. Had a lot of practices where he's carried it more than five or seven times. We feel good about Nick, he feels great, and he's ready to go. He won't technically be on a pitch count by any means. " Chubb has been ahead of his rehab schedule for months since he damaged several knee ligaments when he went down awkwardly on his first carry against Tennessee in October. The junior, who has rushed for 2,294 yards and 21 touchdowns in less than two full seasons of work, will return from his horrific knee injury less than a year later. He averaged an SEC-high 8.1 yards per carry last season and had a string of 13 straight 100-yard rushing games before his injury. Sophomore defensive lineman DaQuan Hawkins-Muckle said he has been impressed with Chubb's quick recovery and thinks he's actually been more physical in preseason practices. "Me looking at him, he's ready," Hawkins-Muckle said. "... He's even more physical than he was before. Nick Chubb's always been a hard runner. ... He's an even harder runner [now]. " While Chubb's status for Saturday's game is confirmed, backup Sony Michel 's availability is still up in the air. The sophomore is recovering from a fractured left forearm he suffered over the Fourth of July weekend. Smart said that doctors have not cleared Michel to "tackle live," leaving his availability for Saturday unknown. "The situation is day-to-day, and we're getting updates every day," Smart said. "He's doing more. He's practiced. " Georgia's depth chart lists senior Brendan Douglas , who has 715 career rushing yards, or Chubb as the starters for Saturday's game. Sophomore wide receiver Terry Godwin Jr. said Chubb's return makes the Bulldogs offense more formidable for opposing defenses, but it will also help open up a passing game that features a host of unproven players. "The defense that we're going play against, they're always going to fear the run, knowing that we have someone back there that's going to dominate the run," Godwin said. As for who will be the first person throwing the ball for the Bulldogs this weekend, that's still unknown. Smart said senior Greyson Lambert and true freshman Jacob Eason are taking the most reps in practice, and the starting job will come down to those two. Junior Brice Ramsey has performed well in practice, Smart said, but the other two have distanced themselves from him of late. Ramsey is also listed as a punter on Georgia's depth chart. Smart anticipates the quarterback situation sorting itself out before Saturday, but he hasn't ruled out possibly playing both Lambert and Eason against the Tar Heels. "We'll see how it goes," Smart said. "First thing we have to do is figure out who's taking the first snap before we worry about the next guy coming in. I think it'll reveal itself in the next couple of days, and we'll continue to get those guys reps and get both of those guys ready to play. " Eason, who was the No. 1-rated quarterback in the 2016 recruiting class by ESPN's RecruitingNation, has seen his number of first-team reps increase over the past month and is pegged as the future at the position. Smart made it clear that he isn't opposed to starting the true freshman right out of the gate if he proves to be the Bulldogs' best option. "We're going to play the guy that gives us the best opportunity to win," Smart said. "We've stayed firm on that the whole way through. I have no reservations about a guy's age. If you're old enough to play, then you're old enough to start. If you're good enough to play, then you're good enough to start. " Said Hawkins-Muckle of Eason: "He's maturing faster than he's had to, but I feel like when he gets in and gets his opportunity, he's going to get the job done. " Smart also announced that suspended defensive lineman Jonathan Ledbetter is still undergoing treatment for substance abuse stemming from two alcohol-related arrests this year, including an arrest on a DUI charge in July. Smart said Ledbetter is practicing and working out with the team. Freshman defensive lineman Julian Rochester is available to play Saturday, Smart said. Rochester was arrested along with now-dismissed defensive back Chad Clay in April on felony charges of possessing a weapon (BB gun) in a school zone and second-degree criminal damage to property.

2016-08-29 20:19 Edward Aschoff www.espn.com

45 Dad notices couple staring at his son in Cracker Barrel, finds uplifting note on his windshield WILLOUGHBY, Ohio — A dad was enjoying breakfast with his son at a Cracker Barrel restaurant in Ohio when he noticed an older couple staring and him and his son. “I noticed this older couple over in the corner,” Smith said. “They kept smiling at me and I was looking at my son like– ‘what is going on?’” After he finished his breakfast and left the restaurant, he found a note on his car and cash to pay for the breakfast. The note said: “We need more black dads like you,” according to WOIO. The note went on to say: Smith was touched by the strangers’ generosity, especially because he says he didn’t have a father figure growing up, making the time he spends with his son even more precious. “There’s a lot of guys I know that aren’t taking care of their kids,” said Smith. “To show that not all of us are out here being gang bangers. Some of us are out here being fathers.” Smith says he’ll share the story with his son when he grows up and teach him how kindness really does goes a long way. “I’m definitely going to make sure I’m paying it forward,” he said. “I get blessed — I want to bless someone else.”

2016-08-29 20:16 Ashton Edwards fox13now.com

46 Juan Gabriel dead at 66, days after last concert For devoted fans around the world, his romantic rancheras were go-to tunes in the soundtracks of their lives. The 66-year-old music star died in Santa Monica, California, on Sunday morning, two days after a sold-out show and hours before he was set to perform a concert in El Paso, Texas. A cheering crowd at a Los Angeles arena heard him sing to them onstage for the last time. Word of the iconic performer's death sparked an outpouring of condolences from political leaders, rock stars and fans. Mourners flocked to Gabriel's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to share memories and pay tribute as his music played in the background. Telenovela of his life story was set to air Gabriel, whose legal name was Alberto Aguilera Valadez, died of natural causes, Los Angeles County Coroner spokeswoman Selena Barros said. He had 15 other US tour dates scheduled through early December, and his life story was set to be told in a telenovela airing on Telemundo. A statement on the singer's official website announced his death. "He has gone to become part of eternity and leaves us his legacy through Juan Gabriel, a character he created with the music he sang and performed across this world," the site said. "Juan Gabriel hasn't died, as Alberto would say, 'As long as someone exists who sings my songs, Juan Gabriel will live.'" 'Incredible' final concert Fans who attended Gabriel's final concert in Los Angeles described an electrifying show. "It was incredible. He played extra, for like 30 minutes," said Roberto Trebor Jacquez, tears welling in his eyes as he visited Gabriel's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame early Monday. Gabriel's music was moving not just because of the notes he sang, he said, but because of what he showed millions of fans. "He represents the opportunity we had as Americans, as Latino Americans, because he came here and he just showed us that we could be poor, but we can work hard and we can love each other ... His music is a reminder of what's possible," Jacquez said. "His music represents what you can actually do. " Gustavo Rivera, brother of the late Latin music sensation Jenni Rivera , told CNN en Español he felt like he was learning an important lesson as he watched Gabriel onstage Friday. "When I walked out of there, I said, 'Now that is a concert,'" he said. "That is a man that knows what he's doing onstage. " In Gabriel's final show, the performer -- who also was known for his extravagant fashion choices -- wore a silky bright blue shirt. He occasionally sat atop a silver throne with plush cushions as musicians played around him. Daniel Herrera, who shared images of the concert with CNN's iReport, said he'll never forget it. A video Herrera posted online shows Gabriel belting out ballads as people in the crowd sing along and sway their cell phones to the beat. "I can't say how much of a blessing and honor it was to see him for his last show," Herrera said. 5 things you should know about him 100 million records sold In his 45-year career, Gabriel sold more than 100 million records, according to his website. He also wrote songs for other artists and appeared in the 1975 Mexican film, "Nobleza Ranchera," and four other movies. His music ranged from rock and pop to Mariachi. He was nominated for numerous Grammys and was inducted into Billboard's Latin Music Hall of Fame in 1996. "We lament the death of Juan Gabriel, one of the biggest musical icons of our country," Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto said on Twitter Sunday. He added, "A voice and a talent that represented Mexico. His music is a legacy to the world. He left us too soon. May he rest in peace. " Known to his fans as El Divo de Juarez, Juan Gabriel led Billboard magazine's Top Latin Albums charts five times in the past 18 months. "More leaders than any other artist in that span of time," according to Billboard. His website lists more than 60 albums, with the first, "El Alma Joven," produced in 1971. His classic hits include "Querida," "Porqué me haces llorar? " "El Noa Noa" and "Hasta que te conocí. " Juan Gabriel's gift to me 'Like losing a family member' Fans flocked to social media to share their memories -- many of them rooted in childhood and family -- of the man whose ballads resonated throughout their lives. Many said his death brought them to tears. One fan tweeted that losing Gabriel "is like losing a family member..he was always at every party and event. " "Not only is it mourning his death, but it also feels like old wounds and memories of a childhood long gone," Erika Schwerdt told CNN. "His songs were what I would listen to when my mom cleaned the house on Sundays. They would be played at quinceañeras and house parties, and they also helped us remember our dead loved ones. " Gabriel was remembered for his impact. "We lost our Prince, our Bowie, our Elton John. Juan Gabriel broke stereotypes in our community for decades," tweeted Mariana Atencio, a news anchor on Fusion and Univison. Another fan wrote: "In the next few days, he'll be called Mexico's Elton John, Madonna, Michael Jackson, etc. Don't believe it. Juan Gabriel was singular. "

2016-08-29 20:14 Mayra Cuevas rss.cnn.com

47 San Diego Chargers sign defensive end Joey Bosa to 4-year deal SAN DIEGO -- A month-long ordeal ended Monday, when San Diego Chargers rookie first-round selection Joey Bosa signed a four-year deal with the team. Editor's Picks Why Bosa's holdout won't affect his play Joey Bosa and the Chargers were finally able to agree to a contract, but how will his holdout affect his production? Football Outsiders analyzes the true impact of top talents sitting out camp. Scheduled to report on July 29, Bosa remained unsigned for 31 days before coming to an agreement. Bosa is at Chargers Park and will practice on Tuesday, but a team official told ESPN's Adam Schefter that the Ohio State product will not play in San Diego's final preseason game on Thursday against the San Francisco 49ers . Selected No. 3 overall by the Chargers in this year's draft, Bosa remained unsigned for over a month, the longest a rookie has withheld his services under the league's newest collective bargaining agreement established in 2011. "We look forward to having Joey join us and getting him prepared as quickly as possible for the 2016 season," said general manager Tom Telesco in a statement. Things turned ugly last week in the contract disagreement, with the team pulling what it called its best offer when Bosa declined to accept it. The Chargers' latest offer included paying 85 percent of the signing bonus by December, with the rest paid out in March. Bosa's camp reportedly wanted all of the $17 million paid out by December, or the removal of offset language. According to Schefter and multiple reports, the Chargers compromised on cash flow in Years 2, 3 and 4 of the agreement, giving Bosa the largest upfront signing bonus installment payment in team history for a veteran or rookie player. Bosa compromised on the offset language of the contract, according to Schefter and reports. Bosa's salary is pegged at about $26 million over four years, with a $17 million signing bonus. Traditionally, the Chargers have included offset language in contracts to protect the franchise from paying a player's full salary in the event San Diego releases the player during the guaranteed portion of his deal. Think Ryan Leaf. Offset language allows the organization to pay the remaining portion of a player's salary not covered by the new team that signs the released player. Without offset language a player can "double dip," receiving a full salary from his previous team along with whatever money is negotiated with the new team. Bosa's father, John, also was a holdout as an NFL rookie. John Bosa was a defensive lineman drafted No. 16 by the Dolphins in 1987 and held out 41 days before signing his rookie contract, according to ESPN Stats & Information.

2016-08-29 20:12 Eric Williams www.espn.com

48 New safety-tested US generic baby formula coming soon to Israeli market BURLINGTON, VT. – Walking into Perrigo Company’s Nutritionals laboratory in Burlington, Vermont, is no simple affair. Visitors must remove their shoes, vigorously clean their hands with a powerful disinfectant, dawn white lab coats, wear protective suits, goggles, hair nets, and surgical masks before even approaching the lab itself. Be the first to know - Join our Facebook page. Once inside the sprawling, state-of-the-art facility, guests are told not to touch anything, and that they must wash their hands upon entering each new room manufacturing the product. The reason for the alarm is clear: Baby formula, produced for the world’s most vulnerable consumers, is made there. And there is no margin for error in terms of introducing bacteria or deficiencies of any kind into the highly- guarded, multi-million- dollar facility where it is created. Moreover, 13 years after Israel’s Remedia baby formula took the lives of three infants and caused irreversible neurological and heart damage to 23 others, Shufersal Ltd., which will distribute Perrigo’s formula in Israel, isn’t taking any chances. Established in 1958, Shufersal is Israel’s largest retail chain, with 280 stores and more than 13,000 employees. Noting that the Remedia formula did not contain a vital element, vitamin B1, Yaffa Schiff, a nutritionist and scientific adviser for Shufersal Baby Formula – visiting the lab with a press corps from Israel in May – said the safety of the product is of paramount importance. “It’s the only food for a baby, it’s very important, and we had the crisis of Remedia [in 2003],” said Schiff during a tour of the US facility. “The formula was vitamin B1 deficient, and resulted in the deaths and developmental disorders to many infants.” The tragic consequences, Schiff said, scarred the psyche of millions of Israelis, especially fearful new parents. “This will be the fourth baby formula introduced to Israel, and it’s as good as the other companies, and is perfectly healthy,” she said. “This is as good as advanced formula in Israel.” Additionally, according to Shufersal vice president of trade and marketing, Uri Kilstiin, the company will considerably lower the cost for parents in Israel’s NIS 570 million baby formula market, 90 percent of which is presently dominated by Materna and Similac. Indeed, at NIS 40 per unit, Shufersal’s formula is half the cost of Similac’s NIS 80 sticker price, and one-third less than Materna’s NIS 60. Asked if parents should be concerned because Shufersal’s is generic, Schiff said no. “It’s a private label, but not just for Israel – it is sold to infants in 26 countries, and there has never been a problem,” she said. “I recommend this to parents as much as any other quality formula.” Perrigo, a top-five global overthe- counter consumer goods and pharmaceutical company, is a leading US manufacturer and supplier of infant formula. During a briefing by its top executives and scientists, “safety” and “safe” were the words most commonly used to describe the process of making the closely guarded formula. Sean Walsh, vice president of operations, who is responsible for infant formula manufacturing at Perrigo, said that he has fed each of his children with the same product coming to Israel. “All we make in this division of Perrigo is baby formula, and we feed it to our own children,” said Walsh. “I myself have four children, and every one of them has been fed formula from this factory over a 25-year span. We fully believe in the quality of our formula – it’s all we do, and if we get it wrong, we would be out of business.” Walsh continued: “We take it very, very seriously. Our clients are infants; they are the most delicate group of human beings on earth, and deserve the very best nutrition.” He added that Perrigo’s laboratory is always FDA-compliant and enjoys “great regulatory relations with the FDA,” and the equivalent of the FDA in the 26 other countries it also sells the product. “We have a great quality team and we uphold the highest standards internally, even higher than the regulatory standards,” he said. Matt Sliva, senior director of quality, noted that the formula is halachically and organically certified, and undergoes over 2,000 tests during the course of production for every batch. “That includes raw materials coming in the door, to final testing,” he said. “Regulations require that we test every single batch... and we test every nutrient. “The key laboratory for us is the microbiology lab,” Sliva continued, adding that it is considered the enterprise’s central nervous system, and maintains such high safety regulations that few are allowed to enter it. “I’ve been here for five years, and I’ve been in it twice,” he said. “People who have been here for 30 years have never been in there... That’s how we approach food safety: Only those who need to be near the product get to be near the product.” Brook Anderson, director of product development and technical services, is one of a select few senior employees who are permitted in the micro- laboratory. “When we talk about comprehensive product development, in my team of 14, I have a group of formulators, a sensory panel, a tech-service group, and a group of scientists that do analytic research and development,” he said. “And what we do is take the formula from concept and we follow it right through commercialization.” That team, Anderson emphasized, ensures that throughout the extensive process, nothing is left to chance. During a Monday press conference in Tel Aviv announcing that Shufersal has begun selling the product at its retail chains across the country, CEO Itzhak Aberkohen said that Perrigo’s meticulous, granular approach is what attracted him to their baby formula. “The Shufersal Baby formula launch is the culmination of relentless quality standards, because quality and safety are our first priority,” Aberkohen said. “We chose the American Perrigo Company due to its expertise in drugs in general, and its vast experience in manufacturing infant formula for more than 30 years. Due to our direct relationship with Perrigo, we can offer baby food at the lowest prices in Israel, and we look forward to passing this benefit to our customers.” Aberkohen said Shufersal Baby formula will include formulas for three stages of development. The categories include stage one infant formula with iron (for babies 0-6 months); stage two follow on formula with iron (for infants 6-12 months); and stage three toddler supplement with iron (for ages 1-3 years). All three milk-based, staged formulas are compliant with the Codex Alimentarius Commission, established by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and the World Health Organization, which sets international food standards, guidelines and codes of practice to protect the health of consumers and ensure fair trade practices globally, he added. “This is a highly anticipated collaboration between our supplier Perrigo and the Shufersal Baby brand,” said Aberkohen. Remarking on the strong relationship Perrigo has with Israel, CEO John A. Hendrickson described the collaboration as “promising.” “We are excited to announce the entry of Shufersal Baby staged formulas – stage one, stage two, and stage three – in the Israeli marketplace,” said Hendrickson. “Israel is a promising market for Perrigo, and a country in which we have many employees. Shufersal is the largest retailer in Israel, and their brand, Shufersal Baby, is trusted by parents throughout the country.” According to Euromonitor data, sales of baby formula in Israel exceeded $132 million in 2013. Annual baby supplies sales at Shufersal were approximately $30m. before the introduction of Shufersal Baby. “Our customers recognize quality in our Shufersal Baby, and high-quality formulas from a highly regulated nation such as the United States will be attractive to our customers,” added Aberkohen. “We can leverage our substantial commercial presence in Israel for this fast-growing market.” Think others should know about this? Please share | | 2016-08-29 20:12 DANIEL K www.jpost.com

49 US, India sign major military pact amid Chinese concerns — RT News The signing of the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA), which has been in preparation for over a decade, is one of the highlights of Indian Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar’s three-day visit to Washington. During a joint press conference following the document’s signing, US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter praised the agreement, saying it would aid the “overall maritime security” and contribute to " freedom of navigation” across the world. The deal allows the US navy to use India’s bases to re-supply during military exercises and humanitarian missions as well as disaster operations. The same rules would apply to India but in reverse. However LEMOA does not allow for the deployment of troops on the base; Washington or New-Delhi would have to seek a separate agreement for that. Before the agreement was signed, US and Indian navies had to ask for permission to enter one another’s military bases, with requests having to be reviewed by the ‘host’ side in each individual case. LEMOA is removing these barriers, allowing Washington in particular to increase its operational capabilities in the South China Sea. The US Navy beefed up its presence and patrols in the area over the past months, adding to the already tense relations between America and China. Beijing is currently involved in a territorial row over parts of South China Sea, including the Spratly and the Paracel Islands. The territories are also claimed by Vietnam, Taiwan and the Philippines. On July 12 the International Hague Tribunal ruled that “there is no legal basis for China to claim historic rights” for the contested territories. Beijing defied the ruling saying the territories are its exclusive economic zone. It has also accused Washington of taking sides in the dispute. The US has launched several navy drills in the South China Sea, including in June this year. Its war ships and aircraft operated in a close proximity to the Spratly Islands during the exercises. Washington also repeatedly sent its warships on patrols near the territories contested by Beijing, which on its part launched navy drills in the area as well. The US is seeking to assert its right to freely sail in the South China Sea under the so-called “freedom of navigation” campaign. The region is one of the busiest maritime traffic routes and Washington does not want to be required to seek prior permission to sail past the many islands in the sea. In March this year the US also called on India for joint military drills in the South China Sea. America’s closing on China’s doorstep would help the US “to maintain control” of maritime paths from East Asia to Persian Gulf, Joseph Cheng, a retired professor of political science at the Hong Kong City University told RT. “The logistic support with India will help to ensure that the United States will maintain influence on that very important navigation route.” The political analyst also noted that Washington “has been making use” of territorial disputes in South China Sea “to facilitate its so-called return to Asia.” The move leads to “concerns” in Beijing, with the US however likely only to boost security ties with Asian countries and “expand its influence,” Cheng concluded.

2016-08-29 20:09 www.rt.com

50 Juan Gabriel: 5 things about the late music legend Others are learning about the late singer for the first time as tributes pour in. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new convert just getting acquainted with Gabriel's work, here are five things you should know: 1. His chart-topping music set a record. Gabriel led Billboard magazine's Top Latin Albums charts five times in the past 18 months. "More leaders than any other artist in that span of time," according to Billboard . 2. Singers such as Marc Anthony and Juanes say he was a major influence. Anthony told Billboard in a recent interview that he'd long been performing freestyle dance music and never imagined he'd sing salsa, until he heard Gabriel's "Hasta Que Te Conoci" ("Until I Met You"). "I swear I saw lights, I saw clarity," Anthony said. "I knew the song was going to change my life. " This year, the two singers collaborated on a salsa song. 3. Juan Gabriel wasn't his real name. Alberto Aguilera Valadez was born in Parácuaro, Mexico, in 1950. Juan Gabriel was a character he created for his music, as his website noted in a statement announcing the singer's death. "He has gone to become part of eternity and leaves us his legacy through Juan Gabriel, a character he created with the music he sang and performed across this world," the site said. "Juan Gabriel hasn't died, as Alberto would say, 'As long as someone exists who sings my songs, Juan Gabriel will live.' " The persona had distinctive looks to match. Onstage, Gabriel's flamboyant outfits were part of his signature style. 4. A clear sign that he was a legend: There's a telenovela about his life. Telemundo is set to air a telenovela about Gabriel's life story. And what a story it was. Gabriel "embodied the 'rags to riches' story," Rolling Stone wrote in its tribute to the music star Monday. "His mother left him at an orphanage at the age of four, an event Gabriel stated was his earliest memory," the magazine said. "In his youth, Gabriel sang music he concocted in his head while selling tortillas on the street. " 5. Looking for love in all the wrong places? Trying to get a fresh start? Feeling folksy? There's a Juan Gabriel song for that. The singer's music spanned across genres, becoming a major part of the soundtrack of the lives of many devoted fans. Cynthia Hudson: Juan Gabriel's gift to me He performed rock, pop and Mariachi, among other styles. And there was a lot of it. According to his website, Gabriel wrote more than 1,000 songs and sold more than 100 million records.

2016-08-29 19:56 Catherine E rss.cnn.com

51 Time for the Los Angeles Sparks to prove they're a contender We probably should have expected some turbulence for Los Angeles. The Sparks, on this seemingly endless road swing, lost two of three games before the Olympic break. Now they are 0-2 since the WNBA season resumed Friday. Cause for concern, of course. But there's no need to panic. The Sparks must take a critical look at what they did and didn't do in losses at Seattle on Friday and Phoenix on Sunday -- and then remind themselves what kind of team they've previously established that they are this season. That is, a team that doesn't come apart at the seams at crunch time. Because there is actually lot of crunch time left. Los Angeles' losses became the big story of the league's re-start weekend. Both the WNBA's top two teams, the Sparks and Minnesota, fell in their first game back. The Lynx rebounded at Target Center on Sunday, holding off the scrambling-for-their-playoff-lives Storm 92-80. Editor's Picks Diana Taurasi scores 26 points, Mercury beat Sparks 70-66 Diana Taurasi scored 26 points and made two free throws with 8 seconds left to ice the Phoenix Mercury's 70-66 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday night. Bird leads Storm past WNBA-leading Sparks, 79-72 Sue Bird hit a season-high five 3-pointers and scored 15 points to lead the Seattle Storm to a surprising 79-72 victory over the WNBA-leading Los Angeles Sparks on Friday night. Which teams will join Sparks, Lynx in playoffs? L. A. and Minnesota have clinched playoff spots and New York isn't far behind. But with half the league sporting losing records as the WNBA resumes, expect a free-for-all for the final berths. 2 Related Diana Taurasi scored 26 points and made two free throws with 8 seconds left to ice the Phoenix Mercury's 70-66 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday night. Sue Bird hit a season-high five 3-pointers and scored 15 points to lead the Seattle Storm to a surprising 79-72 victory over the WNBA-leading Los Angeles Sparks on Friday night. L. A. and Minnesota have clinched playoff spots and New York isn't far behind. But with half the league sporting losing records as the WNBA resumes, expect a free-for-all for the final berths. Minnesota had an off game from Maya Moore on Friday at Connecticut, as she scored just eight points on 3-of-12 shooting. The Lynx also sent the Sun to the free throw line 27 times, and made just 1-of-8 3-point attempts in a 84-80 loss. Then Sunday against Seattle, the Lynx opened with an 11-0 run, but the Storm surged back to take a six-point lead at halftime. The Lynx re-took control of the game in the third quarter, though, and those 10 minutes -- in which Minnesota scored 32 points -- might be Exhibit A of why the defending champs are still the favorites to win the title this year. The Lynx moved the ball well and kept everyone involved in the offense. They gave themselves good looks, and shot 68.4 percent for the quarter. For the game, Lindsay Whalen led the Lynx with 24 points. Minnesota (22- 5) just looked like a team that ultimately has the most ways of putting points on the board and getting big stops when needed, and has the most dependable cohesion. That Minnesota has been at or very close to the top of the list in all three of those qualities for six consecutive seasons is a testament to how well everyone in the organization has been doing their jobs for a lengthy stretch. By contrast, cohesion, in particular, has not been a strong suit historically for the Sparks. It seemed as though this season marked a different kind of L. A. team, one that really did have the ability to pull together no matter what was tugging at them to separate. That's still the case, but this is where the Sparks have to prove it. They've dropped four of their last five, dating back to before the Olympic break. They're 21-5, and still in strong position for getting one of the two byes into the playoff semifinals. But the Sparks can't have too long of a skid, because New York -- at 19-8 -- is within striking distance in these final weeks of the regular season. The Sparks' offense seemed vulnerable in both their losses this past weekend. In Friday's 79-72 loss at Seattle, they played from behind the whole game. Even holding the Storm to nine points in the second quarter wasn't enough for the Sparks to get the lead. By the time Los Angeles really kicked it into gear, with a 28-point fourth quarter, it wasn't enough. Then Sunday, Los Angeles fell 70-66 at Phoenix despite the Mercury shooting 38.6 percent. Turnovers hurt the Sparks both nights, especially Sunday when they had 21. There were times where Los Angeles looked too casual and careless with the ball, and other times that Phoenix was targeting Candace Parker with a pesky guard when she had possession. She had six turnovers against the Mercury, the fourth time this season -- all since July 3 -- that she has had five or more. Parker is a terrific playmaker, even though she's not a guard, and is second in the league in assist average at 5.2. However, Parker leads the league in turnover average (3.1) and is second in overall turnovers (80). It's fully expected that the more someone has the ball in her hands trying to make things happen, the more turnovers she's going to have. But the Sparks need to address ways to cut down on Parker's turnovers, especially in certain matchups. It might seem harsh to mention the giveaways when you consider Parker was the reason the Sparks even had a chance of winning, with her 25 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists. But Parker is well-aware how costly turnovers can be, especially against a team like Phoenix that wasn't shooting very well and relished any fast-break opportunities. "The Sparks simply can't allow themselves to lose games in which their top two players -- both MVP-caliber stars -- don't even get shots in the closing minutes. " The Sparks' late-game decision-making/shot selection was another flaw Sunday. That bears a closer look, because it's something coach Brian Agler is going to stress to his team. How far the Sparks go in the postseason might very well depend on this. Parker scored her last basket on a three-point play with 2 minutes, 32 seconds left. Phoenix center Brittney Griner fouled out on that play, yet neither Parker nor Nneka Ogwumike (15 points) got off another shot. The remainder of the Sparks' possessions went like this: Parker turnover on an entry pass, Alana Beard missed jumper, Kristi Toliver made 3-pointer, Toliver missed left-handed layup, Essence Carson missed 3, Beard missed reverse layup. The most wince-inducing miss of all of those was Carson's inexplicable 3- pointer with 10.9 seconds left and the Sparks trailing by two after having just gotten a key defensive stop. How did neither Ogwumike (who's shooting a league-best 70.8 percent from the field) nor Parker even touch the ball on that possession? They weren't even really in rebounding position yet when Carson launched it. Carson has shot 43.8 percent (21-of-48) from 3-point range this season. This late in the game down two, the Sparks had to get a higher-percentage shot than that. By the same token, Toliver's earlier layup miss -- with 40 seconds left, 10 on the shot clock -- was also not a shot that L. A. wanted. We all know what Toliver does best: She has 65 3-pointers this season to 48 2-pointers. However, in this game and in the loss to Seattle, Toliver struggled from behind the arc, going a combined 2-of-11. There are times when she does need to mix it up and drive to the basket, obviously. This wasn't the right time. Toliver put the ball on the floor against Phoenix defender DeWanna Bonner, who forced her to the left. While 6-foot-8 Griner was no longer in the game to protect the rim, 6-4 Kelsey Bone was. It created a tough attempt for Toliver, who missed. Toliver is an indispensable part of the Sparks' offense. They can win when she has a bad shooting night, but it's not very easy. She absolutely has to keep shooting. However, the Sparks simply can't allow themselves to lose games in which their top two players -- both MVP-caliber stars -- don't even get shots in the closing minutes. The Sparks have played seven consecutive road games and still have two more to go on this stretch, as they face San Antonio on Thursday and Dallas on Friday. The last-place Stars are playing with a nothing-to-lose attitude, and the Wings are still desperately trying to climb into a playoff spot. The Sparks will have to battle hard against both of them. Then, finally, it's back to Staples Center in Los Angeles for six of their last seven to close out the regular season. Including the Sept. 6 game against Minnesota (ESPN2, 10 p.m. ET) that will be the third meeting between the powerhouses this season. Whether Los Angeles still looks as powerful then, as the Sparks have appeared to be most of the summer, depends on how they respond this week. It has been a difficult WNBA re-start for Los Angeles, but it's also showed the Sparks what they have to do -- and avoid doing -- to have a long postseason run.

2016-08-29 19:54 Mechelle Voepel www.espn.com

52 Recipe: Caramel Apple Dessert Ruthie Knudsen shared her delicious, lightened up, caramel apple dessert recipe with us. For more delicious recipes visit www.cookingwithruthie.com Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 12 Ingredients Crust: 60 Nilla Wafers, finely crushed 2½ Tbsp butter, melted 2 oz fat free cream cheese Filling: 1 (8oz) neufatchel cream cheese, room temperature ¼ C sugar 3¼ C lowfat milk, divided 1 (8oz) tub light cool whip 2 (3.4oz) packages vanilla pudding ½ C caramel topping, divided Toppings: 1 red apple, seeded and diced 1 green apple, seeded and diced ¼ C sliced almonds Instructions Crust: In a microwave safe mixing bowl combine butter and fat-free cream cheese, microwave 30 seconds or until butter is melted and cream cheese is soft. Add crushed nilla wafers, mix well. Press into 9x13 pan. Set aside. Filling: In a small mixing bowl combine neufatchel cream cheese, sugar, and ¼ C milk until smooth. Add in 1 C cool whip, mix, and spread evenly over crust. In large mixing bowl combine puddings, remaining milk, ¼ C caramel topping and whisk for 2 minutes. Pour evenly over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate for 5 hours. Toppings: Just before serving top with remaining cool whip, sprinkle on diced apples and almonds, drizzle with caramel topping. Serve!

2016-08-29 19:50 Brooke Graham fox13now.com

53 ‘Nearly impossible’ raccoon died from drinking water in American Fork Canyon WARNING: Video below shows dying raccoon. Viewer discretion advised. AMERICAN FORK CANYON, Utah – Wildlife Program Manager of the Central Region Riley Peck spoke to Fox 13 about the chance a dying raccoon had consumed contaminated water from American Fork Canyon. A homeowner in the Highland area near American Fork Canyon, Mark Bagley, posted a video on YouTube describing and showing a dying raccoon that he claims died from drinking the water in the canyon. “Highly unlikely and nearly impossible for the raccoon to have died from drinking the water.” – Wildlife Program Manager of the Central Region Riley Peck His post was shared on social media through the Protect and Preserve American Fork Canyon Facebook page and has been viewed thousands of times. Peck said after watching the video and speaking with Bagley, that it is, “Highly unlikely and nearly impossible for the raccoon to have died from drinking the water.” He said the sediment does have lead in it; however, for an animal to die from drinking it, the creature would need to consume 100 pounds of water since the sediment was released. Fox 13 also spoke with the central region’s biologist Mike Slater, who said the fish that died last week from the sediment release likely died from suffocating, lack of oxygen in the water, and not from what was in the sediment. Both Peck and Slater said there have been no other reports of animals getting sick from the canyon water. They do not recommend people drink the canyon water and say they have never said it was “safe” to drink.

2016-08-29 19:48 Danica Lawrence fox13now.com

54 ‘Dumb decision’: Cops pepper-sprayed 84-yo black woman (VIDEO) — RT America The incident took place at 2:45am on August 7, when officers from the Muskogee police department chased an African-American man who ran a stop sign. Arthur Blackmon, 56, fled to his mother’s house. The video shows police kicking down the door of the house, hitting Blackmon with a Taser. A female officer can be heard ordering around Geneve Smith, 84, who is protesting the police presence. After about 40 seconds, the officer pepper-sprays Smith, who falls to the floor. Police behavior was reasonable “given the totality of the circumstances,” Scott Wood, attorney for the city, told the Muskogee Phoenix. “It starts off as a traffic stop – that’s a low misdemeanor – but based on the other evidence gathered in those three minutes... it could be a severe crime. It could have been a home invasion,” Wood said. Smith had failed to comply with officers’ orders and actively resisted by turning away and facing her kitchen, Wood explained, citing Police Chief Rex Eskridge. The department’s use-of-force guidelines say that pepper spray should be used for passive resistance. When she used the pepper spray, Officer Michele Casady believed she had been acting within the department’s guidelines, Eskridge told the newspaper on Friday. Both the use of force and the officers entering the house without a warrant are being investigated internally. “There is a lot of missing information out there. There is a lot of prejudgment out there and a lot of concern,” Eskridge told KOKI-TV. Some Oklahomans are pointing out that police behavior shows a combination of prejudgment and a lack of concern – for Smith’s well-being, that is. “The fact that Ms. Smith’s idiot son led police on a pursuit should be no excuse for a police officer pepper spraying an 84-year-old woman and hoping it doesn’t kill her,” William W. Savage III, chief editor of the news portal Nondoc, wrote Monday. “That’s the sort of dumb decision that endangers lives, erodes community trust and leads people who are already suspicious of law enforcement to call cops ‘pigs’ or worse.” KOKI counted “about 40 seconds” in the video between Casady warning Smith and proceeding to pepper-spray her. Smith ended up in a hospital to get treatment for her eyes. She and her family are demanding an apology from the police. Muskogee is a city of some 40,000 residents in eastern Oklahoma, about 48 miles southeast of Tulsa. It is perhaps best known for a 1969 Merle Haggard song, in which “Okie from Muskogee” is held up as an all- American contrast to the sandal-wearing hippies who burn draft cards.

2016-08-29 19:48 www.rt.com

55 Police video shows dialogue after baby's death ALBUQUERQUE, N. M. —Albuquerque police have released videos from the night officers found a baby lifeless; by the end of the call the mother's boyfriend, Elijah Fernandez, was arrested. When officers first arrived, the baby's grandfather was performing CPR on the girl who was four months old at the time. Meanwhile, the girl's mother was in the hallway as an officer took over CPR duties while waiting for medics to arrive. When the medics arrive, CPR doesn't stop in a desperate attempt to keep the infant alive. One officer asked others who was in the home and what happened. RELATED: Mom's boyfriend suspected in child's death arrested Someone in the video said Fernandez rushed into a room with the baby in his arms and said he dropped her and didn't know what to do. Fernandez told one officer he heard the baby crying, so he put the baby on the bed to change her. "I turned around to get her stuff right here and I just heard her fell on the ground and I just heard a thump and I went to get her and she wasn't moving or nothing," said Fernandez. When asked about the bruises on the baby's face, Fernandez gave the same story. "I don't know she fell on the ground and that's it," he said. "She never had any of those bruises or anything like that before? " said an officer. READ MORE: Blue ribbons call attention to Child Abuse Awareness Month "No, nothing like that," said Fernandez. Later in the video police said Fernandez admitted to hitting the baby twice in the face because he was feeling stress from not having any money and because her crying woke him up. He said she lost consciousness after he hit her on the mouth for a second time. It wasn't until later that detectives were notified by hospital staff that the baby had injuries consistent with rape and it appeared to have happened within the past few days. Fernandez is being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center. The infant died Sunday after two weeks of life support. The district attorney said Fernandez could be indicted on the charge of child abuse resulting in death. RELATED: Ex-youth pastor from Willis gets life for sexually abusing child

2016-08-30 00:27 Anna Velasquez www.chron.com

56 US meets goal of admitting 10,000 Syrian refugees ahead of schedule The United States said it would welcome its 10,000th Syrian refugee of this fiscal year on Monday, meeting Barack Obama’s target more than a month ahead of schedule. The US has traditionally been a generous host for refugees but has been criticized by activists for moving too slowly to respond to the Syrian crisis, which has dragged on for more than five years. The US president sought a sixfold increase in the number of Syrian refugees provided safe haven in the United States. After a slow start, the administration was able to hit the goal just a few weeks before Obama convenes a summit on refugees during the 71st session of the United Nations general assembly. Obama would have been hard-pressed to make the case for other countries to do more with the US failing to reach a goal that amounts to only about 2%of the 480,000 Syrian refugees in need of resettlement. Millions more Syrians have fled to neighboring states such as Jordan, Turkey, Lebanon, and to countries in Europe since the civil war broke out in 2011. “Our 10,000th Syrian refugee will arrive this afternoon,” the national security adviser, Susan Rice, said in a statement, adding that the administration had met the goal “more than a month ahead of schedule”. Rice said the number represented a “sixfold increase from the prior year”, and called it “a meaningful step that we hope to build upon”. She noted that refugee admissions represented only “a small part of our broader humanitarian efforts in Syria and the region”. “On behalf of the president and his administration, I extend the warmest of welcomes to each and every one of our Syrian arrivals, as well as the many other refugees resettled this year from all over the world.” Rice said the summit in New York City will highlight the contributions the US and other nations have made to help refugees. She said the US has committed to working with the international community to increase funding for humanitarian assistance and double the number of refugees afforded the opportunity to resettle. The increase in Syrian refugees also comes at a time of heightened national security concerns following extremist attacks in the US and abroad. The Obama administration has said refugees fleeing war and persecution are the most scrutinized of all immigrants who come into the US. The process typically takes 12 months to 18 months and includes in-person interviews and a review of biographical and biometric information. Officers with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services travel to the country to which the refugees have fled to interview them. Upon completion of security and medical screening, the homeland security officer may approve the refugee’s application for US resettlement. After approval, arrangements are made to match the refugee with a voluntary agency in the US that specializes in helping them find a new home and employment. The White House spokesman, Josh Earnest, said the United States will also seek to admit about 10,000 Syrian refugees in the coming fiscal year that begins on 1 October. “I think the president would like to see a ramping up of those efforts, but I think the president is also realistic about how quickly that can happen,” Earnest said. Overall, the US will admit at least 85,000 refugees over the year, Rice said, mentioning that others would come from countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Myanmar and Somalia. The Associated Press and Agence France-Presse contributed to this report.

2016-08-29 19:39 Agencies www.theguardian.com

57 Gordhan has fired political equivalent of bazooka at Molefe‚ says DA We've never had the pleasure of meeting, but I am writing this letter to congratulate you. I am sure that after your Olympic silver medal you have been inundated with congratulations from thousands of South Africans, and you may add me to that list.

2016-08-29 19:39 TMG Digital www.timeslive.co.za

58 Vintage inspired clothing Nicole Choules, the owner of Hum Stitchery, showed us some of her cutest creations. She makes vintage inspired clothing for kids, and soon for adults, too! She will be at Beehive Bazaar September 1-3. You can get more information about Hum Stitchery here.

2016-08-29 19:38 Brittany Graham fox13now.com

59 Germany mulls plan to force mothers to reveal child’s biological father Germany has drafted legislation requiring mothers to inform their partners if their children were fathered by another man. The measure, known in the media as the “milkmen’s kids law”, will go before the cabinet as early as Wednesday before heading to parliament. It would apply to cases in which men who believe they are not the real fathers seek compensation. A court would determine whether a mother could keep the biological father’s identity a secret. “We need to offer more legal protection for ‘false’ fathers to seek recourse,” said the justice minister, Heiko Maas, as he announced the measure on Monday. “The mother should only have the right to remain silent when there are serious reasons for her not to name the biological father.” The draft law limits the false father’s financial claim to two years’ worth of maintenance costs. Previously this was open-ended. Maas began work on the legislation after a federal court ruling in February last year said the government needed to put men tricked into believing they were fathers on to a firmer legal footing. Opinions vary on how many children grow up thinking the wrong man is their father, but German studies put the figure at between less than 4% and more than 10%. It was not immediately clear what penalties a woman who refused to name the biological father would face.

2016-08-29 19:21 Agence France www.theguardian.com

60 Don't wear skirts in India for your own safety, tourism minister says Mahesh Sharma made the comments over the weekend while promoting a welcome kit that will be handed out to tourists when they arrive in India. "There's a card in there listing the do's and don'ts. Basic things like, 'Don't go out at night alone.' 'Don't wear skirts.'" The outrage was immediate. And for good reason. A string of sexual assaults against foreign women has sullied India's reputation. The country has amended its laws to broaden the definition of rape to include any form of penetration; it lists out strict punishments not only for rape but also for sexual assault, voyeurism and stalking. But still, every high-profile case -- and there have been several -- brings the question to the forefront again: Is India doing enough to protect women? Is it creating a strong enough deterrent for crimes against women? Backlash For one thing, India is ill-equipped to process not just sexual assaults and rape, but all kinds of crime. It has a shortage of forensic laboratories; one of the worst police-to-citizens ratios in the world, and far fewer lawyers and judges than it needs to process cases. Critics lambasted the minister, saying his comments put the onus on women, rather than on a government that ought to do a better job of improving security. "Sir please give us bad women a lecture on Indian Culture. We are getting outta control N need to be harnessed! " said Sapna Moto Bhavnani, in one of many similar tweets taking the minister to task. Backpedal On Monday, Sharma tried to clarify what he meant. "I am a father of two daughters... I would never tell women what they should wear or not," he told reoprters. "Such a ban is unimaginable, but it is not a crime to be cautious. Different countries issue advisories from time to time, but I never said change anyone's way of dressing. " This isn't the first time, however, that Sharma has stoked controversy with his comments on how to ensure the safety of women. Last year he said Indian women shouldn't go out at night. "Girls wanting a night out may be all right elsewhere but it is not part of Indian culture," he said. CNN has tried to reach Sharma for comment but without luck. By the way, the pamphlet that Sharma referred to makes no mention of skirts.

2016-08-29 19:21 Saeed Ahmed rss.cnn.com

61 How to avoid empty nester divorce Therapist Candice Christiansen shared 4 ways couples can avoid empty nester divorce. 1- Stay connected 2-Similar interests 3-Keep the spark alive 4-Plan ahead For more tips and information go to namasteadvice.com

2016-08-29 19:09 Brooke Graham fox13now.com

62 Eskom is shocked at Treasury’s accusation of lack of co- operation "Eskom wants to reiterate that it has been co-operating with National Treasury‚" it said. Eskom said that Treasury started investigating Eskom contracts with Gupta- controlled Tegeta Resources in July last year and the electricity supplier had been responding to all requests. Eskom outlined its interactions with Treasury‚ saying it received the first request for information on July 31 2015. A response was sent and it came back with its first draft report requesting further information on September 15‚ said Eskom. Eskom responded again and a second draft report‚ asking for more information‚ was sent back to it on October 21 2015. It then responded on November 11 2015 with the required information‚ including all invoices and payments made to Tegeta‚ it said. A third request was sent by the Treasury on April 12 this year‚ in which Eskom was asked to comment on a 172-page document. The request came with a specific instruction that it provide comments after they had been considered by the board. An April 30 deadline was given. "This was an unreasonable request‚" Eskom said. "Consequently‚ Eskom requested an extension to provide the information‚ which was granted by National Treasury. We therefore think it is neither unreasonable that our board will have considered responses to the 172-page document by end of September 2016 nor a reason for National Treasury to label Eskom as uncooperative. "Furthermore‚ in a letter from [CEO Brian] Molefe to [chief procurement officer Kenneth] Brown dated 24 June 2016‚ Mr Molefe informed National Treasury of Eskom’s intention to submit the required information after it has been reviewed by the Eskom board‚ as per National Treasury instruction of 12 April 2016. " The Treasury earlier on Monday accused Eskom of not co-operating in its investigation. "The National Treasury would like to categorically state that its efforts have met resistance. Since April‚ the National Treasury has made several attempts to get information from Eskom‚" it said. Treasury said that‚ to date‚ not only had Eskom failed to honour its undertaking to submit comments to Treasury’s report but it had chosen to ignore correspondence and hinder the investigation. Eskom on Sunday claimed that the Treasury had not issued any conclusive findings against the utility on any of its coal contracts and that it continued to co-operate with its investigation into the contracts. "Through our normal interactions with the Treasury‚ Eskom has repeatedly provided information to the National Treasury and‚ where additional time is required‚ has informed the National Treasury that some of the additional information that it had requested would only be supplied after board approval‚" it said. A request was sent to Eskom to submit a system-generated list of payments made to Tegeta as well as invoices received from the company for the period September 1 2015 to April 30 2016. In its statement‚ the Treasury said its director-general Lungisa Fuzile had sent a letter to the electricity supplier asking that it withdraw its statement suggesting that "all the Tegeta coal contracts with Eskom have been extensively audited by various agencies‚ including National Treasury" when that was not the case. The Sunday Times reported that a National Treasury investigation had revealed that Eskom paid more than R130m to a Gupta-owned mining company for coal the power utility could not use. Treasury said it was of the view that if any company or entity was doing business with government and had nothing to hide‚ it should be transparent and welcome reviews of its dealings with the state. The public deserved to know how public finances were being spent. "It is also true that the National Treasury has requested all contracts related to Tegeta and that these contracts were subject to an investigation by National Treasury. We therefore see no reason to retract the statement to the effect that National Treasury has investigated Tegeta contracts extensively‚" Eskom said.

2016-08-29 19:06 Genevieve Quintal www.timeslive.co.za

63 Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott says he's learning to handle the scrutiny FRISCO, Texas -- Running back Ezekiel Elliott said he's learning to handle the scrutiny that comes with playing for the Dallas Cowboys. A few hours before the Cowboys played Seattle last Thursday, Elliott visited a store that sold marijuana. It's legal to sell it in Washington state. "You definitely have to think of the perception of things before you actually do certain things," Elliott said Monday. "It may not seem like it's a big deal to you yourself, but there's a bigger picture. "It's definitely a learning experience about the scrutiny. You just have to be careful and not give anybody a chance to say anything. " Owner Jerry Jones and coach Jason Garrett criticized Elliott for visiting the store. "I don't think it was a good decision," Garrett said Saturday. "He and I talked about that. It was just a poor decision on his part and young players sometimes just have to understand that perception can be reality. "You have to understand you're under a microscope 24 hours a day, and there's no good reason for him to go into a place like that. Elliott, who said he doesn't expect to play Thursday against Houston, said he was sightseeing when he noticed the marijuana dispensary. "I seen it walking around and I was curious," Elliott said. "I didn't really think about what the repercussions could have been. "It wasn't like I was trying to hide anything. I took pictures with people. It wasn't like I was up to no good. "I was curious. I didn't think I was doing anything wrong. I wasn't breaking any laws. It was a bad decision, something I shouldn't have done. "

2016-08-29 18:52 Jean-Jacques www.espn.com

64 Five family members die in suspected murder- suicide in Ireland Five members of the same family, including three young boys, have been found dead at a house in Ireland in what police are treating as a case of murder-suicide. A senior officer of the Garda Síochána confirmed the force was not looking for anyone else in connection with the deaths. Gardaí said the bodies found at the property in County Cavan on Monday morning belonged to a man in his 40s, a woman in her 30s and their three sons, aged 13, 11 and six. Garda assistant commissioner John O’Driscoll said: “We believe all the answers are within that house – so therefore the most likely scenario is that one person in that house may have caused the death of the other. All the circumstances will be explored but as it stands at the moment that is the position.” A number of objects found at the scene were being subjected to detailed technical examination, O’Driscoll said. Local reports said the bodies were found on Monday morning after a relative called at the home in Oakdene, near the town of Ballyjamesduff, and raised the alarm after they were unable to get into the house. Two of the bodies were found in a downstairs room while three others were discovered upstairs in bedrooms. O’Driscoll said: “Nothing had happened prior to this grim discovery this morning that gave rise to anyone – including [the] Garda Síochána – having any suspicion that anything was untoward, and this family were engaged with the community and seen yesterday. “None of the activity and interaction with other people gave rise to any suspicion as to what was to happen.” The family had lived in the area for some time and were known in the community. The area around the family home was sealed off and the Irish Republic’s state pathologist, along with the garda technical bureau, were called to the scene.

2016-08-29 18:31 Henry McDonald www.theguardian.com

65 Dramatic photos show refugees fleeing Libya being rescued at sea Startling images have emerged of refugees being rescued off the coast of Libya , showing what has become an everyday occurrence in the southern Mediterranean Sea over the past three years. Photographs show Italian rescuers coming to the aid of asylum seekers on a smuggling boat that was so overcrowded that several had been forced to dangle their legs over the side. During the commotion of the rescue, some leapt into the water to reach safety. The images were taken during the rescue on Monday of approximately 3,000 people, many from Eritrea and Somalia, who had set off in about 20 wooden fishing boats a few hours earlier. The scenes highlight the dangerous tactics of Libyan smugglers, who put so many people on each repurposed fishing trawler that it is highly unlikely the migrants will reach Italy without being rescued by the charity boats and military missions operating in the area. While the numbers migrating between Turkey and Greece has fallen substantially since March, after the completion of an agreement between the EU and Turkey , crossings between Libya and Italy remain at near- record levels. More than 100,000 people have left north Africa for Italy so far this year, on a par with last year’s rate, and only slightly less than the record figures in 2014. Most of the migrants this year are fleeing war and poverty in Nigeria and Ivory Coast, or dictatorships in Eritrea and Gambia. Others are migrant workers who hoped to make a living in Libya, but were forced to flee the country due to the civil war there, and the ensuing breakdown of law and order. Migrants in Libya often work in conditions that amount to slave labour. Others are kidnapped for ransom, and many are tortured. In a recent interview on a Mediterranean rescue ship, aid workers from Médecins Sans Frontières said the wounds that migrants bore were often indescribable. “You can have the biggest imagination in the world, and you can’t imagine the kind of violence they’ve been subjected to,” Paola Mazzoni, an MSF doctor, said in June . Without the money for a plane ticket home, thousands opt to make for Europe instead of journeying back through the Sahara to their countries of origin, in a deadly desert trek that is considered even more dangerous than the voyage across the Mediterranean. Since 2014, charities such as MSF, the Migrant Offshore Aid Station and Save the Children – as well as anti-smuggling missions run by European navies – have attempted to rescue those risking the sea journey. Critics say they are encouraging more migrants to make the journey – but when rescues were suspended in early 2015, more migrants left Libya than ever before, and more migrants drowned. This month, an MSF boat was attacked and raided by the Libyan navy for reasons that remain unclear.

2016-08-29 18:23 Patrick Kingsley www.theguardian.com

66 Ben Ryan honored with plot of land and Fijian title Fiji is preparing for the departure of Ben Ryan, the English rugby coach who rediscovered his love of the game in a tropical paradise and helped the tiny Pacific Island nation overcome tragedy and win its first gold Olympic medal. Last week he was awarded the country's highest honor, being made a Companion of the Order of Fiji by its president Jioji Konrote. Read more: Fiji hero - 'The nation is going nuts' On Monday the 44-year-old was given three acres of land by the people of Serua province, and bestowed with the Fijian name Ratu Peni Raiyani Latianara, an honorary chief title. "The land now belongs to him and his family and all his descendants, and he can do anything he wants with the land now, it is his now," Ratu Kini Vitukawalu, one of the chiefs of Vunibau village, was quoted as saying by Fiji's Newswire agency. "And because he has claimed to be one of us, it is only fitting that he has land too to forever tie him to Serua. " Ryan, who came to Fiji in 2013 with his wife Natalie, said Serua had played a key role in resurrecting the fortunes of sevens in Fiji, where the shortened rugby format is an integral part of community life. Read more: Hollywood lured by Ryan's cult of personality "I love every part of Fiji but this part in particular, Serua," he said at the ceremony. "Serua will always be our vale (home). I will be back soon, it will always be a place in my heart and I would just like to say a big vinaka vakalevu (thank you). "This small piece of land is what we have constantly spoke about when we were in the world series, because this is where the work was done and this is where the minds were forged and this is where the players were selected. " Under Ryan's guidance, Fiji won back-to-back Sevens World Series titles and went into the Olympics as clear favorite to win gold. The team thrashed Great Britain 43-7 in the final to earn Fiji's first medal of any kind at the Summer Games. The victory brought ecstatic celebrations in a country still dealing with the devastating effects of February's Cyclone Winstone, which killed more than 40 people and left many homeless. Read more: Pacific Island rugby - Trouble in paradise? Ryan said before the Olympics that it would likely be his last tournament in charge of Fiji, with his contract due to expire next month. He told the Fiji Broadcasting Corporation that he has received "over 20 offers" including one from the Japanese Rugby Union, which would include coaching the national 15s and sevens teams plus its Sunwolves franchise in the Super Rugby competition. Get more sevens news at cnn.com/rugby Japan, which finished a surprise fourth at the Olympics in the men's competition after losing to Fiji in the semifinals, will host the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Ryan had previously been coach of England's sevens team, and took it to the 2013 World Cup final in his final tournament in charge. He told CNN in March he had felt burnt out by corporate pressures after his seven years in the role, but life in Fiji had helped rejuvenate him -- despite not being paid for his first four months due to the national rugby union's financial problems.

2016-08-29 18:23 rss.cnn.com

67 Mix 93.8 FM rapped over knuckles for ‘provocative’ report In a ruling this month‚ the BCCSA found that the broadcaster had violated the broadcasting code when it ran an unverified “provocative” news report during a breakfast show in June and reprimanded it. Assistant programme manager Mayihlome Klaas has now said that the station will tread on eggshells where controversial stories are concerned and that its journalists have been warned. “If there's news that's classified as controversy we stay away and go for more bright news‚” he said. He added that when a controversial news report cannot be avoided‚ the station will verify its facts. The station's new found caution comes in the wake of the BCCSA's ruling and a complaint by Gwen Kreel. Kreel accused the station of irresponsible reporting when it aired a report saying that the South African branch of the Boycott‚ Divestment and Sanctions movement (BDS) claimed three South Africans had been arrested in Jerusalem‚ without verification from another source. “BDS International and South Africa are known to fabricate stories for sensational and obstructive effect. “We are living in very uncertain times‚ where there is ISIL/ISIS/Bokaram (sic) and other terrorist organisations creating mayhem in Europe. We do not need extremist behaviour from the likes of BDS and irresponsible reporting that will deliberately antagonise the Jewish and Muslim listeners. “Good quality reporting is usually verified by at least 2 to 3 independent sources. If‚ South Africans were arrested in Israel – especially Muslims – I am sure that our foreign minister would have intel or it would have made headline news‚” she said. Mix 93.8 FM said that its report did not represent the news as a fact‚ but rather as a claim by BDS. “The source of the news was News24‚ which is indeed a credible source‚” it said. The BCCSA agreed with Kreel‚ however‚ and upheld her complaint. It said that while the News24 report reflected that the facts of the story were unconfirmed by the Department of International Relations and Co-operation‚ Mix 93.8 FM's report did not. “One of the basic principles of good journalism is that news stories should be verified. Proper verification shows the journalist's respect for the audience. It allows the audience to judge the validity of the information‚ the process by which it was secured and the potential motives or biases of the source‚” it said. While Mix 93.8 FM said it will ease up on reporting controversial news‚ BDS spokesperson in South Africa Kwara Kekana criticised the BCCSA's decision. “BDS SA finds this decision regrettable and hopes that it will be challenged. Members of the media‚ more than anyone‚ know how ruthless the Israeli lobby and its supporters are in trying to shut down debate‚ reporting and coverage of the Palestinian plight against Israeli Apartheid. “Both BDS SA and the media house in question did not assert the media reports as fact. Instead both made sure to mention that they were exactly that - reports. The Israeli-Palestine issue is one of the most topical human rights issues of the 21st century and to label it as ‘controversial’ seeks to discourage not only members of the media but members of the public to speak openly without fear‚” she said.

2016-08-29 18:19 Roxanne Henderson www.timeslive.co.za

68 Mom of slain Chicago woman weeps for grandchildren, forgives killers But having to explain the loss to your grandchildren can be just as heartbreaking. "They cry to each other," Diann Aldridge told CNN's Rachel Crane after her daughter Nykea Aldridge was killed Friday in gang- related crossfire in Chicago while pushing her baby in a stroller. The baby was unharmed, but Nykea's four children will grow up without a mother. "It just hurts to hear kids saying they want their mom and their mom won't be in their lives anymore," the grandmother told Crane on Sunday, fighting back tears. "Only through spirit, only through pictures -- that's the only way they will know their mom for the rest of their lives. " Nykea Aldridge, a cousin of NBA star Dwyane Wade, died less than an hour after sustaining a pair of gunshot wounds, the result of two paroled brothers with gang ties opening fire in the street. Her death refocused attention on Chicago's epidemic of deadly gun violence and even became an issue in the presidential campaign when GOP nominee Donald Trump referenced it on Twitter. But for Diann Aldridge, it brings unimaginable personal sorrow. "It's just heartbreaking. It's really -- oh, God, it's heartbreaking," she told Crane. Her daughter's three older children are 12, 10 and 8. "They tell each other, you know, they miss their mom. They want their mom. " Wade, a 12-time All-Star guard who recently left the Miami Heat to sign with his hometown Chicago Bulls, mourned his cousin's passing on Twitter. Police have charged Darwin Sorrells Jr., 26, and Derren Sorrells, 22, with first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder. Somehow, Aldridge finds mercy for her daughter's killers. "I truly, truly from the bottom of my heart, I forgive them. I forgive them," she said. "I can't bring her back, but I forgive them. "

2016-08-29 18:17 Jason Kurtz rss.cnn.com

69 Blue Bulls suffer injury blow to Kirsten Bulls team doctor Herman Rossouw confirmed on Monday that Kirsten will be out of action for at least two weeks after sustaining a shoulder injury on Saturday. “After our match against the Sharks we have only one new injury‚” Rossouw confirmed. “Jannes Kirsten sustained an injury to his AC joint and will be out for two week‚ maybe three‚ depending on his [recovery] progress.” The injury will be a blow for the Bulls as Kirsten has been one of the side’s most consistent performers since their Super Rugby campaign. This also comes ahead of one of the Pretoria side’s most crucial games so far as they prepare to take on arch-rivals‚ the Golden Lions‚ at home at Loftus Versfeld on Friday. Reflecting on the weekend’s defeat to the Sharks‚ which saw the Bulls slide down a spot on the Currie Cup log from third to fourth‚ coach Nollis Marais was left mildly satisfied with his side’s progress after four matches. “I thought it was a good game until the 80th minute‚” the Bulls coach said. “We did not play too badly. We gave away too many turnovers in the end. “At the end of the day the Sharks used their opportunities quite well‚ that is why they remain an unbeaten side. We should have been better. I said to the guys even before the game that ‘this is where the Currie Cup starts’ because we were playing a side that had collected 15 out of 15 points. They are a good and experienced side.” The Bulls showed an improvement from the defensive loopholes Marais was concerned about going into the match. Having had an opportunity to close the game‚ or at least claim a stalemate with an opportunity to level the scores towards the end of the game‚ the Bulls were exposed for their lack of experience. Marais lamented the shortfalls brought on by a lack of experienced players in his side. “Our challenge this year has been that we lost 12 players from the Super Rugby side‚ so half of our squad was new again‚” he said. “We still have a few guys out injured still‚ but there is a lot of talent coming through.” Marais will name the team to take on the Lions in their fifth match of the domestic competition on Tuesday.

2016-08-29 18:00 Chumani Bambani www.timeslive.co.za

70 Team USA goalie Ben Bishop picks his top tournament players Aside from a postseason getaway to Cancun, Mexico, and attending friends' weddings "every other weekend," it's been a summer of intense rehab for Tampa Bay Lightning and Team USA goaltender Ben Bishop , who said he's physically and mentally ready to take on the world in the World Cup of Hockey. From a personal standpoint, Bishop, 29, has plenty of unfinished business to attend to when he and the rest of Team USA report to Columbus, Ohio, for the start of World Cup training camp on Sept. 5. Injured in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, which the Lightning lost in seven games to eventual Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins , Bishop said his strained ankle ligaments are completely healed, allowing him to hit the ice a month earlier than normal this summer. Bishop, a 6-foot-7, 216-pound native of Denver, went 8-2 with a 1.85 goals- against average and a .939 save percentage in last season's playoffs and is expected to challenge Los Angeles Kings goalie Jonathan Quick and New Jersey Devils netminder Cory Schneider for the starting job with Team USA, which will be coached by Columbus Blue Jackets bench boss John Tortorella. "I feel good," said Bishop, who was a backup to John Gibson when the U. S. won the bronze medal in the 2013 IIHF Men's World Championship. "I've been doing rehab all summer, and I'm stronger this summer than I was last summer going into camp as far as test results. That's a good thing. " Bishop said he's especially eager to see who will start in goal for the Americans when they open their World Cup pre-tournament schedule with a Sept. 9 game against Canada at Nationwide Arena in Columbus. The eight-team tournament starts for real on Sept. 17 in Toronto and ends on Oct. 1. "It's going to be a little different than NHL exhibition games," Bishop said. "Canada-U. S.? I don't think that's going to be an ease-in process. Exhibition games are going to be a little more intense, especially for goalies who like to slowly get into it. My first game could be against Team Canada, but after practicing for a week and some intrasquad scrimmages, I'm sure I'll be ready. " With eight rosters filled with NHL stars, ESPN.com quizzed Bishop on which World Cup opponents have the best offensive skills in a variety of categories: "He's got one of the best shots in the game. It's really tough to read off of his stick. He usually comes down on it almost like a knuckle ball. It's tough to read. " "Luckily, he's on my team in Tampa, but I've seen him score a lot of goals. Hopefully I can keep them out if he's shooting against me. I think [Vladimir] Tarasenko from Russia's got one of the best wrist shots in the game. Some guys have a heavy, hard shot and it's got more weight behind it, but a guy like Steven Stamkos has one of the more accurate shots in the game. I don't think it's as hard as others, but he can put it wherever he wants. There's a big difference. " "I'm glad he's on my team. Everybody saw what he did in the [2014] Olympics, so it's nice to have a guy like that on your team and not have to go against him. I think Tarasenko is one of the better guys in the league in shootouts. Jonathan Toews and Sidney Crosby -- those guys can be pretty lethal in a shootout. " "[He] is one of the better passers in the league, I think. Sidney Crosby, obviously. Those guys stand out, especially Backstrom. The Sedins [ Henrik and Daniel ], those guys can find each other almost anywhere on the ice. It's hard to pick because every team has great talent. I mean, every team's got two top lines that will be future Hall of Famers. " "I'm just happy I don't have to race up and down the ice with those guys. I'm sure some of those young guns on Team North America [ Connor McDavid , Jack Eichel , Johnny Gaudreau , Dylan Larkin ] will be pretty quick. They've got a lot of fresh, young legs -- that's for sure. It's almost all top-10 picks in the last few years and all those players are supposed to be stars in this league. I don't think anybody is going to take them lightly. They have a lot of skill, and they kind of have nothing to lose, so they're going to be one of the more dangerous teams, I believe. " The Lightning and Chicago Blackhawks lead all NHL teams with 12 players competing in the World Cup, and Bishop said the chirping has already begun. Editor's Picks Get ready for the World Cup All-Snubs team With names such as Hall, Perry, Lucic, Kessel, Giordano and Subban, a team made up strictly of players left off rosters would be a force to reckon with at the World Cup of Hockey. Old dog David Backes learning new tricks For the first time in his NHL career, David Backes will start the season with a new team. But that's not all: He's also a key component for Team USA at the World Cup of Hockey. Parise not backing away from recent struggles As the World Cup nears, former Team USA captain Zach Parise is coming off a stretch in which his dad died, he suffered a severe back injury and his Minnesota Wild fell well short of expectations. 2 Related With names such as Hall, Perry, Lucic, Kessel, Giordano and Subban, a team made up strictly of players left off rosters would be a force to reckon with at the World Cup of Hockey. For the first time in his NHL career, David Backes will start the season with a new team. But that's not all: He's also a key component for Team USA at the World Cup of Hockey. As the World Cup nears, former Team USA captain Zach Parise is coming off a stretch in which his dad died, he suffered a severe back injury and his Minnesota Wild fell well short of expectations. "I'm sure there's going to be lots of friendly fire when we get to Columbus," said Bishop, who will sport a glow-in-the-dark mask for the tournament. "It'll be fun-hearted until we step on the ice, and then it's going to be all business. It's obviously a big tournament, but it's going to be fun to play against your teammates, which doesn't happen too often. " Team USA will begin the tournament in a group with Canada, the Czech Republic and Team Europe, while Group B will consist of Russia, Sweden, Finland and Team North America. The top two finishers in Groups A and B will advance to the semifinals, with the semifinal winners facing off in a best- of-three finals. "You can't predict," Bishop said. "I think the way the tournament is set up it's going to be fun because I think every team has a legitimate chance to win. "

2016-08-29 18:00 Chuck Gormley www.espn.com

71 Ashley Graham: 'Embracing my cellulite' helped me land the cover of Sports Illustrated "The only pressure that I feel is to continue to represent women of all shapes and sizes in a correct manner," she said. "I think that I'm doing that by eating healthy, working out and staying true to who I am. I am a very curvy, voluptuous woman. " Graham, who was featured on the 2016 cover of Sports Illustrated's swimsuit edition, has been vocal about her experiences being body shamed -- no matter her size. Related Link: Plus-sized model Ashley Graham lands Sports Illustrated swimsuit gig "I'm too big. I'm too small. I'm too pretty. I'm too ugly. And I think at the end of the day, no woman is ever going to be good enough for society," Graham said. "So why not just start embracing what is the difference in you and saying that is beautiful. " Graham attributes her modeling success to self-acceptance. "I started to claim confidence in my cellulite and my back fat and my cellulite on my arms," she said. "That's how you get on the cover of Sports Illustrated. "

2016-08-29 17:58 Chloe Melas rss.cnn.com

72 Women in burkinis and men in suits This display of men controlling how women dress ( Armed French police pictured ordering woman to remove burkini on Nice beach , 24 August) reminded me of my humiliation at an open-air pool in Ruislip in 1957 when I, beautifully suntanned and wearing a bikini, was ordered by loudhailer to leave the pool and dress suitably. Nothing changes, just a further reason – religion and terrorism are the current excuse. Hilary Green London • No woman in a burqa (or a hijab or a burkini) has ever done me any harm. But I was sacked (without explanation) by a man in a suit. Men in suits missold me pensions and endowments, costing me thousands of pounds. A man in a suit led us on a disastrous and illegal war. Men in suits led the banks and crashed the world economy. Other men in suits then increased the misery to millions through austerity. If we are to start telling people what to wear, maybe we should ban suits. Henry Stewart London

2016-08-29 17:52 Letters www.theguardian.com

73 China’s proud 300-year history of female-led mosques is an inspiration to the west When I informed some of the female imams in Henan, central China, of the opening of women’s mosques in the US and in Europe, most recently in Copenhagen ( Female imams make history with a new call to prayer , 27 August), they were delighted. Delighted that their proud history of female-led Islamic institutions, which can be traced back more than 300 years, has proved inspirational. By the same token, a more accurate and nuanced knowledge of China’s unique Islamic tradition (now no longer quite so unique) is called for. There is ample scholarship on the history of women’s mosques in China. This history is a long one. Its unique manifestation of independent institutions, Nüxue or Nüsi – women’s (Qur’anic) school or women’s mosque – emerged from complex historical and socio-political negotiations over the nature of Muslim identity in the Chinese diaspora and over means to keep faith alive and religio-ethnic identity intact. The incorporation of women into educational projects during the late Ming and early Qing Islamic renaissance (17th century), inspired by Hui Muslim intellectuals and educationists, was born of the need to bring religious knowledge into families and families into mosques. The growth and consolidation of women’s own spaces of worship, education and congregation were only halted with the religious persecutions of the 1950s, and only hesitantly resumed in the course of less repressive government treatment of religions during the 1980s. Women’s mosques have reopened, or – especially in the Muslim communities of central China – have been built anew, most especially since the late 1990s. Intriguingly, we may observe something like an Islamic resurgence in certain parts of China – outward- looking yet conscious of history, building on proud traditions yet not confined by them – led by a young generation of well-educated and charismatic young female ahong. Maria Jaschok Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford • Join the debate – email [email protected]

2016-08-29 17:51 Letters www.theguardian.com

74 SA steams towards victory over New Zealand in second test at Centurion SA reached stumps on the third day on 105/6‚ a lead of 372. De Kock‚ who had not opened the batting in any of his 13 previous test innings‚ offered to do so after Dean Elgar twisted an ankle while stepping over the boundary the day before the match. Having scored 82 in the first innings‚ De Kock clipped 50 off 43 balls on Monday. He announced his intentions early by collecting four boundaries - two of them off the outside edge off his bat - from the first four balls he faced. But De Kock’s hustle and bustle was not matched by his teammates‚ and when he was felled trying to take evasive action from a Doug Bracewell bouncer - and sent a looping catch to gully instead - SA were 82/5. Not that they were in danger of losing the advantage‚ having dismissed New Zealand for 214 with Dale Steyn and Kagiso Rabada sharing six wickets. That earned SA‚ who declared their first innings closed on 481/8‚ a lead of 267 - or 16 runs more than the highest successful fourth-innings in a Centurion test. Kane Williamson kept New Zealand’s heads above water with a defiant 77 but his only significant support came in stands of 60 with Henry Nicholls and 45 with Neil Wagner. Nicholls spent 67 balls on his 36 and Wagner clipped his 31 off 30 deliveries. Wagner‚ who peppered SA’s batsmen with short deliveries on the first two days‚ was consequently welcomed to the crease with a bouncer to the helmet from Rabada. That was the first element of what became a barrage of threatening deliveries‚ but Wagner gave as good as he got - hitting four fours and smashing Steyn over long-on for six. Williamson was the last man out when he pulled at a short delivery from Rabada and was caught behind. When Wagner was on two umpire Paul Reiffel gave him out to an apparent catch at slip off Rabada. Wagner reviewed the decision and Rabada was found to have overstepped the bowling crease‚ which brought to seven the number of serious umpiring errors seen in the eight sessions of the match so far. Some of the mistakes were corrected with the help of the decision review system‚ but Gould informed the players before the start of the day’s second over that the system was not working from the Hennops River End. It was restored to full functionality before lunch.

2016-08-29 17:49 Telford Vice www.timeslive.co.za

75 75 Clemson Tigers QB Deshaun Watson won't change style because of bright NFL future Clemson Tigers quarterback Deshaun Watson knows an NFL contract isn't far off, and he's currently atop many early draft boards , but the 2015 Heisman Trophy finalist insists his status as college football's top prospect won't change his approach to this season. "I'm still going to be the Deshaun Watson I was before all that," Watson said. "I'm not focused on it. If a franchise wants me, they'll take me. But I'm trying to win a national championship here. " Watson insists injuries aren't a concern, despite three somewhat serious issues when he was a true freshman in 2014, including a torn ACL. He said Monday that he'll again wear a knee brace this season. Clemson took out an insurance policy on Watson this offseason, too, but offensive coordinator Jeff Scott said that's where the protection ends. When the games start, running Watson won't be a worry. "Running the quarterback is always going to be a part of, offensively, our game plan," Scott said. "Deshaun has no concerns or worry at all when we call his number to run the ball, but it's obviously something we're conscious about. " Watson, a junior, has added 15 pounds to his frame this offseason to help absorb the hits both inside and outside the pocket. Last year, Watson had 207 rushing attempts, trailing only Navy's Keenan Reynolds nationally among quarterbacks. Watson rushed at least 20 times in each of his final four games, the longest streak by a non-option QB since Kansas State's Collin Klein had a streak of six straight games in 2011. "I just go out there and play," Watson said. "I didn't even notice all that. I did the same thing in high school. If they want me to run the ball, I'll run it. " His high school coach, Bruce Miller, said he'd worried about running Watson too much early in his career, calling his QB "a string bean" in terms of size. But by his sophomore year at Gainesville High, Watson's training wheels were off, and he ran regularly. His frame seems less of an issue this season, but Watson said the weight gain was more a matter of having a fully healthy offseason to train rather than a specific agenda to bulk up for the season. "I was built to run last year," Watson said. "It doesn't matter my size. It's more a mindset. That's what people don't understand. It's the size the media talks about, but they don't know my heart. " Watson's dual-threat ability made him the first quarterback in college football history to throw for 4,000 yards and run for 1,000 last season, though Scott was quick to emphasize that Watson remains a "pass-first quarterback. " "Some guys, as soon as their first option is covered, they pull the ball down and run," Scott said. "That's not Deshaun at all. He's very patient in the pocket. He has that sixth sense that great quarterbacks have when everything is breaking down, understanding the timing of when to take off. " It's that skill set that has NFL teams intrigued with Watson as a pro prospect, and the Clemson QB hasn't hidden the fact he's likely to depart for the NFL at year's end. He's scheduled to graduate in December. "If I have the opportunity to leave, then I'll leave," Watson said. "But right now my focus is enjoying my college career and being the best player I can for this program. "

2016-08-29 17:45 David Hale www.espn.com

76 Egg, Spinach and Cheese Breakfast Scramble In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, thyme, basil, salt and pepper. In a large skillet up to medium heat, melt the butter. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Cook the eggs, As eggs begin to set, gently pull the eggs across the pan with a spatula, forming large soft curds. Before the eggs are completely set, add the spinach, beans and cheese. Serve the scramble in tortillas or on toast. Garnish with tomatoes, onions and basil, if using. Serve immediately.

2016-08-29 17:37 Jennifer Burns fox13now.com

77 Amber Rose: 'I take a lot of punches for being a feminist' "I've been slut shamed publicly quite a few times," Rose told CNN at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards Sunday night. "I take a lot of punches for being a feminist and a lot of scrutiny -- and I'm okay with that -- because I do it for women. " Rose, 32, has been criticized over the years for her outfit choices and for speaking publicly about her past employment as an exotic dancer. Kanye West -- who dated Rose from 2008 to 2010 -- said in a Power 105.1 radio interview last year that he had to take "30 showers" after dating Rose. More recently, West featured a likeness of Rose naked in bed alongside several other celebrities in his "Famous" music video. Rose told CNN that West never asked her permission to be portrayed in the video. "It's an extreme form of bullying that we deal with as women and it's really unfortunate, but I like to be the voice to bring confidence to women and bring awareness to everyone," Rose said. In support of that goal, she started the Amber Rose SlutWalk in 2015. The event aims to bring awareness to sexual injustice and gender inequality. Related Link: Amber Rose's SlutWalk sparks debate "I have millions of people scrutinizing me and telling me I deserve to be slut shamed," Rose said. "It's made me more passionate to do what I do. " This year's Amber Rose SlutWalk will be held in Los Angles on October 1.

2016-08-29 17:34 Chloe Melas rss.cnn.com

78 Man killed in shootout while allegedly stalking ex-girlfriend A jilted boyfriend, apparently stalking his former girlfriend, was shot and killed in an exchange of gunfire late Sunday night. Although the 55-year-old man was carrying identification with different names, he was identified as Robert Peak, said Bibb County County Coroner Leon Jones. Sunday night, Peak’s ex-girlfriend, Julia Brooks, left with Brian Kim from Kim’s family’s residence in north Macon. She soon received a security alert on her phone about an intruder outside the Kim home. Brooks and Kim, both 27, drove back to the house and found Peak with a handgun, coming around the corner of the house, according to Lt. Randy Gonzalez, a Bibb County sheriff’s public information officer. “Once they saw him, she knew who he was,” Gonzalez said. “(Kim) said he approached them in a threatening manner.” Both men fired, but only Peak was hit and suffered a fatal wound. When deputies arrived shortly after 10:20 p.m., they found Peak lying in the driveway of the two-story home, according to the release. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 11:55 p.m., Bibb Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley said. Deputies found a car believed to have been driven by Peak nearby, in the driveway of North Macon Church of Christ. The vehicle had a Louisiana license plate, but could have been a rental car, authorities said. Kim’s house at the end of the cul-de-sac backs up to Bass Road near the church. They believe Peak parked the car and walked across the road to the house. Investigators were told Brooks had ended a relationship with him in another state. Miley said Peak’s last address was believed to be Atlanta. “He had various IDs,” Miley said. “I understand he’s lived in Seattle, Florida and New York. We can’t nail it down right now.” A man with a similar name, Rob Peak, was featured in a 2007 “Dateline NBC” story that detailed an intense stalking of his ex-wife through a cell phone GPS tracking device. Both Peaks were born on the same date, but the one found dead in Macon had a birth year of 1961, Miley said, while Bellevue police records show Peak’s birth year as 1960. Bibb County investigators were working Monday to determine if they are the same person. Peak might have been looking for Brooks the night before when a prowler was reported in the neighborhood, Gonzalez said, but deputies did not find anyone when they arrived. Investigators were talking with Kim, Brooks and other possible witnesses as the investigation continued overnight. Kim returned to the house after 8 a.m. Monday, but declined to speak with The Telegraph. A short time later, Bibb sheriff’s crime scene technicians came back to the house to search for evidence in the light of day. A metal detector beeped a few times as the deputy scanned the grass in the front yard. Evidence markers were put down near where the device alerted. Gonzalez said they did not know yet how many bullets were fired, but Kim apparently was not hurt. A couple living across from the Kims said they slept through the commotion, but discovered the flashing blue lights outside their front door at about 3 a.m. They were relieved to know their neighbor was not hurt as he apparently acted in self defense. No charges were filed as of Monday morning. An autopsy is expected to be performed Tuesday on Peak’s body at the GBI Crime Lab in Macon, Miley said. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 , or call Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68- CRIME or 478-742-2330 .

2016-08-29 17:24 By Liz www.charlotteobserver.com

79 Msimanga interrupts busy schedule to hear pupils grievances This comes as pupils and parents are accusing the school of implementing racist policies that include black pupils allegedly being forced to use hair straighteners. Joining the panel with Gauteng education MEC Panyaza Lesufi‚ Msimanga said the City would offer services that were needed to find solutions to the problem. "MEC‚ I think our country has a sickness and the sickness is that we do not really act before situations get out of control. One thing that I want to pledge is that as the City of Tshwane we will open a door so that you can convene a dialogue of any kind where you can bring relevant stakeholders in how we deal with this situation. "We are offering the facilities and maybe if needs be‚ bring in expertise from the University of South Africa to say how can we come up with a charter‚ a charter that will say once and for all we are addressing these issues and come up with a permanent solution‚" said Msimanga. The mayor said parents should take collective responsibility for the situation at the school because "what role did we play to fail these girls". "We also need to establish what role did teachers play and what could have been done better to prevent this situation‚ how could you have communicated the challenges that were there‚" the mayor said. He said the DA was totally in favour of freedom of expression‚ a right it could not allow to be trampled on.

2016-08-29 17:21 Neo Goba www.timeslive.co.za

80 2017 GM midsize trucks get new V-6 engine, transmission General Motors Co. is adding a new 3.6-liter V-6 engine and eight-speed automatic transmission to its 2017 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon midsize pickups, replacing an older V-6 engine that came with a six-speed transmission. The new powertrain slightly increases horsepower and torque, while GM says the replacement engine and eight-speed transmission will aid acceleration and shifting. The engine also for the first time includes cylinder deactivation, disabling two cylinders when they are not needed to save fuel. GM re-introduced the Colorado and Canyon in fall 2014 as new 2015 models. The Colorado is on track to sell 160,000 units in its first two years on the market. Through July this year, Colorado sales have totaled 60,422, up nearly 24 percent year-over-year. Canyon sales have totaled 20,894, up more than 18 percent from the same seven months in 2015. A top Canyon Denali model is new for the 2017 model year and includes a special chrome grille, 20-inch aluminum wheels with painted accents, tubular chrome assist steps and other Denali specific interior and exterior features. GMC also is adding a new off-road All Terrain X, which adds to its All Terrain model with Goodyear DuraTrac all-terrain tires, all-weather floor liners and other features. The 2017 model Colorado and Canyon will be available in the fourth quarter. Pricing for 2017 models has not been announced.

2016-08-29 17:20 Melissa Burden rssfeeds.detroitnews.com

81 Kerry Washington: 'Two pregnancies have been very different' "Scandal" creator Shonda Rhimes didn't know that star Kerry Washington had another baby on the way when a less-is-more plan was put in place for season six of the political thriller. The ABC series will have just 16 episodes next season. And fans will have to wait until January to see how the show's many cliffhangers play out. Rhimes "knows what the story is," Washington said recently when she sat down with The Associated Press. "She knows about how many episodes she needs left to get there. And that was her decision. " It was only a couple weeks after Rhimes' announcement about the new "Scandal" game plan that Washington told her boss that she and her husband, former NFL star and current film actor and producer, Nnamdi Asomugha, were expecting again. They have a two-year-old daughter, Isabelle Amarachi Asomugha. --- THE MUM MOM Washington, 39, smiles and jokingly denies she's carrying a second child. She pats her baby bump, laughs and says she'd merely eaten too much for lunch. So, how is having a second child different from having the first? "Every day is different," she says. "And, for me, definitely these two pregnancies have been very different. " When asked how each pregnancy has been unique, she veers away from the subject. Kerry Washington is not one to talk publicly about her personal life. -- THE COLOR PURPLE For the last three years, Washington has been an ambassador for the Allstate Foundation Purple Purse campaign, which raises money to benefit nearly 200 domestic-violence nonprofits worldwide. What's new for 2016 is that fashion industry heavy-hitters — including Tory Burch and Christian Louboutin — are joining Washington, with each designing limited-edition purple purses to be auctioned off for the cause. The auctions are set to take place in October. They will be followed by a retail bag sometime this fall, and there will be a monthlong daily handbag giveaway to contributors to the Purple Purse Challenge. The 2015 campaign raised more than $3 million, and a spokesperson for the Allstate Foundation says the charity is aiming to best that with the 2016 campaign. Washington says purses also will be given to charities to use for their own fundraising. Purple is the color for domestic-violence awareness. The purse represents freedom from financial abuse, a tactic frequently used to trap victims in the relationships. Washington recalls a recent encounter an abuse victim, "A woman came up to me, in a room full of people (and said), 'I just want you to know, that when I left, I wore purple for an entire year,'" Washington says. "I knew what that meant and she knew what that meant. And it was the power of this metaphor: That she didn't need to give me details about her black eyes. She didn't have to give me details about her destroyed credit, or her empty bank account, or the mode of transportation that was taken from her. She could just say to me, 'I wore purple.'" --- HER 'INNER OLIVIA POPE' The Purple Purse campaign comes at a particularly busy time for Washington. In July, she returned to work on "Scandal," in which she plays Olivia Pope, a fictional fixer for Washington's elite. The actress also has been navigating Emmy season. She has two nominations for the TV movie "Confirmation," which centers on the Supreme Court confirmation hearing of Clarence Thomas (played by Wendell Pierce) and allegations he sexually harassed one of his employees, Anita Hill (played by Washington). Washington is nominated for her performance, as well as for serving as one of the movie's executive producers. "I think the thing that most surprised me about producing is that it kind of brings out my own inner Olivia Pope, ironically," Washington says. "I love producing because it allows me to play other characters in other worlds in other situations. But that part of me, that part of Kerry that likes to be a fixer and a helper and solve problems, is really able to play. I'm not exactly wearing a white suit or a white hat or carrying Prada. I usually have on sneakers and jeans and a baseball cap. But I still have a little Olivia Pope with me when I'm producing. " --- Online: www.purplepurse.com --- Follow Mike Cidoni Lennox at www.twitter.com/CidoniLennox

2016-08-29 17:17 By MIKE www.charlotteobserver.com

82 US urges halt to Turkish, Kurdish clashes in northern Syria The U. S. on Monday urged Turkish troops and Kurdish forces in northern Syria to halt their fighting, saying it hinders efforts to defeat the Islamic State group. But Turkey's president vowed to press ahead with the military operation until the IS and Kurdish Syrian fighters no longer pose a security threat to Ankara. It was the first U. S. criticism of its NATO ally since it launched a U. S.-backed incursion into northern Syria to help Syrian rebels seize the town of Jarablus from the Islamic State group. They have been clashing with Kurdish Syrian forces around the town to try to halt their advance. The battle now pits Turkey against the Kurdish-led force known as the Syria Democratic Forces— a U. S.-backed proxy that is the most effective ground force battling IS militants in Syria's 5-year-old civil war. It puts Washington in the difficult spot of having to choose between two allies, and it is likely to divert resources from the fight against IS. U. S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Washington has asked Turkey to "stay focused" on the fight against the Islamic State and not to engage with the SDF. "We've called on both sides not to fight one another, not to fight each other," Carter said. He told reporters at the Pentagon that Gen. Joseph Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to his Turkish counterpart Sunday. Carter added that he intends to discuss the issue next week in Europe with Turkish Defense Minister Fikri Isik. Pentagon press secretary Peter Cook said the clashes were of "deep concern," adding that they were not coordinated with U. S. forces, "and we do not support them. " "Uncoordinated operations and maneuvers only provide room for ISIL to find sanctuary and continue planning attacks against Turkey, the SDF, the United States, and our partners around the world," the statement said. Turkish officials responded by insisting that Kurdish forces "immediately" withdraw east of the Euphrates River or face more attacks by Turkish forces. "No one has the right to tell Turkey to 'fight this terror organization but don't fight that terror organization,'" said Omer Celik, a Turkish cabinet minister. Turkey's Hurriyet newspaper, in an online edition, quoted Deputy Prime Minister Numan Kurtulmus as responding to the Pentagon by saying the U. S. should keep to its promise and use its influence to press its Kurdish allies to withdraw to the east. The sharp rhetoric — and the continued fighting — reflects the complicated and conflicting interests at stake in northern Syria after Turkish tanks rolled across the border Aug. 24 with the dual aim of containing the IS group and Kurdish forces. The U. S. has supported Turkey in its demand that the SDF withdraw east of the Euphrates, which cuts into Jarablus. The goal is to clear the region south of Jarablus of Kurdish forces, thus keeping them from linking with other Kurdish-controlled areas in Afrin in Syria's northwestern corner. Turkey pressed ahead with its offensive, seemingly bent on creating a de facto "safe zone" free of IS and the Kurds near its border. The Turkish military said Turkey-backed Syrian rebels — a mix of various Islamist rebel factions — have cleared 10 more villages of "terrorist entities" and now control of an area totaling some 400 square kilometers (about 150 square miles) south and west of Jarablus. In an emailed statement, Turkish military officials said Syrian opposition forces were continuing their operations to clear IS-controlled areas. Syrian opposition groups, meanwhile, reported that Turkish-backed Syrian rebels have captured more towns and villages as part of the operation named "Euphrates Shield," now in its sixth day. Cook said the U. S. doesn't support reported Turkish airstrikes and artillery shelling of U. S.-backed Syrian Kurdish fighters — or Kurdish attacks on Turkish troops — in areas where IS fighters no longer operate. In another sign of brewing discord, Cook said the Kurdish pullback to the east side of the Euphrates has "largely occurred. " At the White House, Ben Rhodes, President Barack Obama's deputy national security adviser, expressed concern that further action by Turkish troops against the Kurdish-led Syria Democratic Forces "would complicate efforts to have that united front against ISIL that we want," using another acronym for the Islamic State group. Rhodes said that while the U. S. supported Turkey's efforts to clear IS fighters from Jarablus and secure its border, it would oppose Turkish efforts to move south and engage in activities against the SDF. He also said the U. S. has communicated to the SDF that they should not engage in military activity against Turkish forces. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Turkish operations will continue "until terror organizations such as Daesh, the PKK and its Syrian arm, the YPG, cease to be threats for our citizens. " Daesh is the Arabic name for the Islamic State group; the PKK is the Kurdistan Workers' Party, which has waged a 30-year insurgency in Turkey; and the YPG is the main Syrian Kurdish force known as the People's Protection Units. Earlier this month, the Kurdish-led Syria Democratic Forces crossed the Euphrates and drove IS militants out of Manbij, a key supply hub south of Jarablus, following a costly 10-week campaign. "The SDF have proven to be a reliable and capable force, and our support for the SDF in its fight against ISIL is ongoing and will continue to do so," Cook said, using another acronym to refer to the Islamic State group. "They have fought hard and sacrificed to try and rid Syria of this hateful group. " The Jarablus Military Council, which is part of the SDF, said its fighters will withdraw to areas south of the Sajour River, a tributary of the Euphrates. The Sajour is north of Manbij. "We declare the withdrawal of our forces to south, to the Sajour River, to preserve the lives of civilians and so that they (Turks and their allies) don't have any justification to continue shelling civilians," the council said. The move is unlikely to be accepted by Turkey, since Ankara wants the rebels to withdraw completely east of the Euphrates. Syrian opposition activists have said at least 35 civilians were killed in northern Syria in the Turkish-led operation so far. Turkey denied any civilians had been hit. A Turkish soldier was killed Saturday by a Kurdish rocket attack, the first such fatality in Turkey's ground offensive. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the Turkey- backed rebels have captured 21 towns and villages near Jarablus from the Kurdish-dominated SDF. The Observatory also reported clashes between rebels and IS fighters on the western edge of Jarablus. The Local Coordination Committees, an activist collective, said the rebels captured seven more villages since late Sunday. Turkish artillery fired 61 rounds against 20 "terrorist" targets in and around Jarablus in the past 24 hours, Turkey's state-run Anadolu Agency reported.

2016-08-29 17:17 By SUZAN www.charlotteobserver.com

83 Football safety decision sparks national interest Joey Blethen made a tough call – then he received one. It was tough to tell, he said, whether his friends were trying to prank him. Blethen, head of the parks and recreation department in Tega Cay, said initially he wasn’t sure what to make of the email and following phone call from someone who claimed to be a Sports Illustrated writer. He didn’t know what the magazine wanted. Didn’t know how the magazine heard about his recreation department. But he was willing to talk. “It was pretty cool,” Blethen said. The call checked out. Blethen was told a special edition is coming out Sept. 12. An article would focus, best Blethen could tell, on recreation football in Tega Cay – and perhaps other cities – and why the department decided earlier this year to quit tackle football in favor of flag only. “The impression that I got was it was a focus on our program and the decision we made,” Blethen said. “Until I see it, I don’t fully know for certain.” Efforts to contact the magazine and the writer were unsuccessful. Tega Cay City Manager Charlie Funderburk spoke with Blethen on the interviews. Funderburk found out the reporter planned to come out to Tega Cay to speak with families and take photographs of the city’s flag football program. “From what I understand, she (the reporter) has talked with other towns around the country that have done the same thing – eliminate tackle football for elementary age kids,” Funderburk said. While the publicity is exciting, the bigger issue for the city is the decision itself. Blethen has a few months now to look back on the call his department made. He was torn about dropping a game he played and still loves, struggling with issues of player safety from concussions to heat strokes. “I have zero regrets about it,” Blethen said. Much of his conviction comes from continued reports nationwide of tackle football players injured in games or practice. Blethen admits the instances are rare compared to how many players participate, and understands tackle football organizations are focusing on player safety more than they have in the past. He also admits players are injured in a variety of sports, including those offered by his department. But one catastrophic football incident, he believes, would be too many in Tega Cay. Blethen said more people understand the department’s stance than have complained about it. “It’s not all rainbows and cupcakes,” he said. “There were a couple of families who were pretty disappointed, but there were a lot more families that were supportive.” Resident Chad Azara was an assistant soccer and baseball coach in Tega Cay. Last year his daughter was a cheerleader for a team. His son will play football for the first time this fall. “My initial reaction was a bit of surprise, but then thinking about the game and watching a bunch of games last year while my daughter was cheerleading I thought it made sense,” he said. “There were a lot of injuries and kids that had to be carried off the field.” Azara said he looks at potential injuries from both sides. “I wouldn't want my son to be hurt and wouldn't want my son be the reason another child got hurt,” he said. “He is a fairly big boy for his age and I remember one specific time playing football as a kid when I de-cleated someone lined up against me who shouldn't have been, and he landed on the back of his neck. I still remember his face and the way I felt. I don't want my son on either side of that equation at a young age.” Beyond injuries, the other main reason Blethen is confident in his choice involves numbers. Last fall 195 children played flag football in Tega Cay. This fall they are up to 284. “We basically covered what we missed in tackle football,” Blethen said. The nearest youth tackle football program, in Fort Mill, has 182 players this fall. Half are 9- and 10-year-olds, with players ranging from age 7 to 12. “Compared to last year for us, we have one less team in 7-8 (two total), same with 9-10 (five teams), and 11-12 we have four teams, two more than last year,” said Brown Simpson, head of parks and recreation in Fort Mill. Simpson argues injuries in youth tackle football are less severe than at older ages, and by teaching fundamentals at a young age some players may avoid injuries later. He points to better training in recent years to protect players from head injuries. The only change his department sees for youth football this fall involves scheduling. “In the Pee Wee league we are going to play some teams from Lancaster County,” Simpson said. The idea of learning skills while players are smaller and slower is one Azara considers, if youth plan on playing tackle football when they are older. “I like the emphasis on skills, plays and technique rather than force,” he said. “It is hard to say now, but I assume they won't have the muscle memory or heads up tackling technique mastered when they get old enough to play tackle.” Still, like Blethen, Azara said his opinion hasn’t changed since Tega Cay made its decision to field only flag football. “My response hasn't changed and I actually did additional research on it since then and believe it will provide them more opportunity to learn technique and skill,” he said. “There still will be injuries, but head and neck injuries should drop significantly.”

2016-08-29 17:15 By John www.heraldonline.com

84 Lions on Kaepernick's decision: 'Have to respect it' As national outrage grows, Kaepernick said he will continue to sit during the pregame tradition as long as he feels the United States continues to oppress “black people and people of color.” “Ultimately, it’s to bring awareness and to make people realize what’s really going on in this country,” Kaepernick said. “There are a lot of things that are going on that are unjust, people aren’t really being held accountable for and that’s something that needs to change. This country stands for liberty, freedom and justice for all and that’s not happening for all right now. “I’m going to continue to sit and stand with the people that are being oppressed. To me, this is something that has to change. When there’s significant change, and I feel that flag represents what it’s supposed to represent, and this country is representing people the way it’s supposed to, I’ll stand. “ His decision has drawn a mixed reaction from players around the league, including former teammates Anquan Bolidn and Alex Boone. Boone, an offensive lineman for the Minnesota Vikings and brother of a retired Marine, expressed anger toward the man he used to protect on the field. “That flag obviously gives him the right to do whatever he wants,” Boone told local media. “I understand it. At the same time, you should have some (expletive) respect for people who served, especially people that lost their life to protect our freedom. “We’re out here playing a game, making millions of dollars. People are losing their life, and you don’t have the common courtesy to do that. That just drove me nuts.” DETROIT NEWS Lions trim roster to 75, put rookie Landes on IR Boldin, who played the last two seasons with Kaepernick, also offers an interesting perspective. The Lions receiver’s cousin was fatally shot by a police officer last year. That officer is facing manslaughter and attempted murder charges for his action. “I think a lot of people get bent out of shape about it, but even if you don’t agree with what someone does, you still have to respect somebody’s opinion and how they feel about something,” Boldin said after the Lions exhibition on Saturday. “You can agree, or disagree, but you still have to respect it. That’s the right we have as Americans, and that’s the great thing about being American.” Caldwell agrees. “He’s a young man that’s expressing a feeling that he had,” Caldwell said. “I don’t necessarily agree with what he does, but the fact of the matter is he’s open to express himself. Freedom of speech, freedom of religion in this country, that’s the great thing about this country.” This isn’t new territory for Caldwell. Two years ago, former Lions running back Reggie Bush went through pregame warmups wearing a shirt that read, “I can’t breathe,” the final words of Eric Garner, a black man who died after being put in a chokehold by an NYPD officer attempting to make an arrest. Bush, like Kaepernick, was attempting to use his platform as a professional athlete to raise awareness about police brutality against minorities. At the time, Caldwell had no issues with Bush’s decision. DETROIT NEWS Updated predictions for Lions' 53-man roster “I grew up in the ‘60s where everybody was socially conscious,” Caldwell said. “I believe in it. I’d be a hypocrite if I stood up here and told you any differently because more than likely, some of those protests that Dr. (Martin Luther) King and some of the others that took part in non-violent protest is the reason why I’m standing here in front of you today. So, yeah, absolutely, no question about it, I don’t mind it.” On Monday, Caldwell noted if he had a player on his roster who sought to mimic Kaepernick’s decision to remain seated during the national anthem, he would talk to the player about the action and possible reaction. Caldwell also said he would never mandate the player participate. “We just make sure that they’re looking at it and taking a second to pause and look at it from both sides,” Caldwell said. “If they feel strongly about something, I certainly don’t mind that they speak their mind.”

2016-08-29 17:14 Justin Rogers rssfeeds.detroitnews.com

85 Escaped inmate asks police to use better photo of her on their Facebook post Beggars can't be choosers, or in the case of one Australian teen, escaped inmates can't be choosers. On Wednesday, the New South Wales Police Force in Australia posted two photos of Amy Sharp, 18, after she fled from a corrections center on Aug. 19. Sharp, who found the photo unflattering, left a different picture of her on the post on Thursday and asked the police to use that photo instead, according to WJW in Cleveland. READ MORE: Happiest mugshot in America belongs to this 19-year-old, female alleged drug kingpin The police described Sharp as approximately 5 feet in height with light brown hair and a slim build in the post and asked the public's help in locating her. Police said Sharp was a low risk to the public and was in custody for property offenses. In the photo posted, Sharp is draped in a pink towel and dressed in all black. "Can you use this photo, please and thank you? Yours truly, Amy Sharp," the teenager responded to the photos of her in a comment, leaving a different photo of her smiling. It appears Sharp has since deleted her comment but WJW was able to get a screenshot of it. READ MORE: 3 Ohio women smile in mugshots after arrests over alleged McDonald's fight Sharp's tongue-and-cheek comment was short-lived as she was arrested over the weekend, reports 7 News Sydney . According to the Australian news station, Sharp was arrested around 12:20 p.m. and taken to a police station, where she is expected to be charged. MUGSHOTS: Alleged meth use has changed Oregon man's face over 14 years

2016-08-30 00:27 Will Axford www.chron.com

86 Sister of Fatally Stabbed Ithaca College Student Speaks Out The fight on Cornell University's campus that led to the death of an Ithaca College sophomore this weekend allegedly began from an accidental bump, according to the victim's sister. Nineteen-year-old Anthony Nazaire, who had just begun his sophomore year studying business administration at Ithaca College, was stabbed along with another Ithaca student during a "large fight" on the Cornell campus after a student-organized event, Ithaca College said. Anthony Nazaire, of Brooklyn, New York, died from the stabbing, Ithaca College said. The other victim, whose name was not released, was treated and released from the hospital, Ithaca College and Cornell said. Anthony Nazaire's sister Kiara Nazaire told ABC-owned station WABC that she heard from another student that what started the fight was a bump. Anthony "was with his friend, his friend bumped the girl by accident, and he apologized," Kiara Nazaire said. "Both of them apologized, even my brother apologized and didn't bump the girl. " But the situation seemed to escalate, and Anthony and his friend "walked away. And these cowards followed them and hit his friend," Kiara Nazaire said. "Anthony tried to help his friend but he was hit, too," Nazaire said. Ithaca police told ABC News they have heard that potential reason for the altercation and are looking into it. "I don't understand how someone could just take someone's life away like that," Kiara Nazaire told WABC. "I would see killings all over the news... I never knew that it would have to be me crying over someone so close. " Kiara Nazaire said her driven younger brother aspired to become an entrepreneur. "Talking about the business ventures that he had planned -- we used to sit there all night," Kiara Nazaire said. And he was the first to help her with her own business venture. "When I found out information for me to open up my own cosmetic line and I told him, the first thing he told me was, 'How much money I gotta send you?' And he was away in Ithaca. That was the first thing he said," she recalled. "And the moment I told him... he came home for the weekend, I showed him everything ... a week later I had my own cosmetic line. "Every night we would text each other 'I love you,'" she added. "I just hope my brother finds justice. " "My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Anthony Nazaire," Ithaca College President Tom Rochon said. "He graduated from Brooklyn Theatre Arts High School, and at IC he was a member of the executive board of Brothers4Brothers, a student organization dedicated to empowering men of color on our campus. " The Ithaca Police Department is investigating and Ithaca College said Sunday that no perpetrators had been apprehended or identified. "Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased," Cornell Vice President for Student & Campus Life Ryan Lombardi said. "There is nothing more important than the safety of our community; as such, this incident is deeply disturbing," Lombardi said. "Please be sure to take care of yourselves and each other throughout the coming days. "

2016-08-29 17:13 By abcnews.go.com

87 Felons with restored rights likely to live among Democrats The nearly 13,000 Virginia felons whose voting rights were restored, stripped, then restored again are more likely to live in areas that voted for Democrats than Republicans. Data from the Virginia Public Access Project showed that nearly one-third of the felons with restored voting rights live in a precinct where President Barack Obama received more than 75 percent of the vote in 2012. Less than 2 percent of the felons live in a precinct where 2012 GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney received three-quarters of the vote. Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe restored the voting rights to the felons last week after a previous attempt was undone by the state's Supreme Court. Republicans have accused McAuliffe of trying to add more Democrats to voting rolls ahead of November's election.

2016-08-29 17:12 The Associated www.charlotteobserver.com

88 Philippines’ alleged drug lord ‘Dragon’, wife shot dead in Caticlan By AT Editor on August 29, 2016 in Asia Times News & Features , Southeast Asia (From Inquirer.net) A businessman and his wife were shot and killed moments after they stepped off a roll-on, roll-off vessel in the port of Caticlan in Malay, Aklan province, at 1:30 a.m. on Monday, two days after the slain man was named by the Philippine National Police chief allegedly as the No. 1 drug lord, nicknamed “Dragon,” on Panay Island. Melvin Odicta Melvin Odicta, 56, and his wife Meriam, 51, sustained multiple gunshot wounds and were taken to the hospital, where they were pronounced dead in the latest apparent case of extrajudicial execution in President Duterte’s war on illegal drugs that had drawn concern among human rights activists here and abroad. Three companions of the couple— Maria Victoria Laygon and Marlon and Manolito Susano—were arrested on Sunday afternoon in the port of Batangas where the group had boarded the MV St. Anthony de Padua, which was on its way to Odiongan in Romblon province en route to Caticlan before noon. Read More Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Share on Skype (Opens in new window) More Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Related ‹ Technology: World’s first all-soft bot Categories: Asia Times News & Features , Southeast Asia Tags: Anonymous tip on Odictas , Businessman Melvin Odicta killed , Dragon , Drug lord Dragon killed , Duterte's war on drugs , Melvin and Meriam killed , Melvin Odicta shot dead , Meriam shot first , No. 1 drug lord , Odictas killed by gunmen , three handguns seized , wife shot dead Related Articles Chinese, British energy officials discuss Hinkley Point nuclear project Why some countries are concerned over Chinese investment Iran deploys Russian-made S-300 missiles at Fordow nuclear site: TV Thai police link beach-town bombings to Muslim insurgency Woman indicted for ‘false rape accusation’ against K-pop star Park Duterte wants to set aside ruling on South China Sea — for now

2016-08-29 17:10 By AT atimes.com

89 Citizens United must reveal donor information to solicit funds in New York Citizens United can't keep its donor list secret from New York regulators if it wants to collect money in the state, according to a new court ruling. New York mandates that every "charitable organization" — including Citizens United and Citizens United Foundation — register with the state Attorney General's office to solicit donations. Charitable organizations must also give IRS paperwork to the state "which lists each of plaintiffs' donors and amounts contributed. " These groups must "reveal their donors' identities and amounts contributed- prior to soliciting funds in New York," court papers state. Mayor de Blasio promises to release list of donors denied favors Citizens has been filing the forms since 1995 — without donor information — but the groups were slapped with deficiency notices in 2012. The notices warned that Citizens needed to file paperwork with this donor info or potentially lose their registration — meaning they wouldn't be able to collect money in the state anymore. The donor info is not made public. Citizens refused, claiming donors to the controversial conservative organizations "reasonably fear public backlash ... should their support of politically contentious and controversial causes become known publicly. " They filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against state Attorney General Eric Schneiderman in May 2014 to block his push for their donor rolls. New York tries to increase organ donations to those in need Manhattan Federal Judge Sidney Stein rejected Citizens' bid to stop Schneiderman from enforcing the requirements in July 2015. Stein threw out Citizens' lawsuit Monday. Stein didn't buy Citizens' argument that the rules were too burdensome — or that their donors would face "persecution. " Schneiderman described Stein's decision as "a victory for common sense oversight of New York’s vast nonprofit sector. " "New Yorkers deserve to know their donations are protected against fraud and abuse, and today the court protected that right by dismissing each and every one of Citizen United’s claims," he said in a statement. Citizens, which won a U. S. Supreme Court case in 2010 permitting unlimited spending by corporations and unions during elections, is "quite disappointed" by the ruling. “We are reviewing all of our options at this time, including a possible appeal to the 2nd Circuit U. S. Court of Appeals, and are confident that in the end today’s order will not stand,” said Michael Boos, Citizens United vice president and general counsel, in a statement.

2016-08-29 17:08 Victoria Bekiempis feeds.nydailynews.com

90 New school opens at site of Sandy Hook shooting rampage Elementary school students attended school in Sandy Hook on Monday for the first time since a shooting rampage there killed 20 first-graders and six educators. Joseph Erardi, Newtown's School Superintendent, said it was a great and uneventful day for the just under 400 students at the new 86,000-square-foot Sandy Hook Elementary School, which was built to replace the one torn down after the December 2012 shooting. "I spent all day there and it felt the way that it should feel," he said. "Students were excited to be there. " The $50 million replacement was built on the same property as the former school, but not in the old footprint. All that remains are two large concrete slabs containing dinosaur footprints that also sat outside the old building. About 70 current students attended the Sandy Hook Elementary School when the shooting occurred. School officials say about 35 of them were in the building at the time, but none witnessed the shootings. Those students, who were all in kindergarten at the time, are now fourth graders. Erardi said he visited all of their classrooms and there were no issues. Because of retirements and transfers, about 60 percent of the staff members from the original Sandy Hook are still with the school. Others left through retirement or job changes, and a handful chose to transfer as part of their recovery process, Erardi said He credited parents for creating a smooth first day back for students, noting the vast majority of families took the time to tour the new school in advance of opening day to prepare the children. "It was a back to business first day," he said. "There was nothing extraordinary that took place with announcements with any type of ceremonies. Just off the bus and let's go to work. " After the shooting, Sandy Hook students attended a school in neighboring Monroe, which renovated a previously closed elementary school to serve as a temporary home for them.

2016-08-29 17:07 By PAT www.heraldonline.com

91 Why people think they hear gunshots when they don’t Terminals were evacuated and flights were stopped at Los Angeles International Airport Sunday, marking the third time this month false reports of shots fired have caused panic in a public place. Researchers say situations like that in Terminals 6,7, and 8 where gunfire was errantly reported are exacerbated by recent upticks in mass violence across the country and the way a crowd collectively reacts in an emergency situation. Witnesses at LAX describe a chaotic scene, with people dropping bags and fleeing through exit doors. John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York descended into similar pandemonium two weeks ago when someone reported shots fired, causing the evacuation of two terminals and the closure of part of a major highway. That incident was later attributed to loud cheers for Usain Bolt’s performance in an Olympic race that some mistook for the sound of a weapon. The day before, a Raleigh, North Carolina mall was evacuated after several people reported gunfire, but a search found no evidence of a shooter. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti attributed the panic at LAX to miscommunication which caused a chain reaction even though there was never any danger. "It's almost like a game of telephone, by the time people were hearing things, I think they heard it was an active shooter … that's when chaos can break out," Garcetti told KNX-AM. "It wasn't really the technology, it was just … one person yelling out to another and yelling to another. " Guillaume Dezecache, a postdoctoral researcher at the Institut Jean Nicod, Ecole Normale Superieure of Paris, has studied how people behave in mass emergency situations. He is currently conducting research on people who were inside the Bataclan Concert Hall during the terrorist attacks in Paris last November and how people perceived the emotions of others in such an intense situation. “One of the things we heard in our participants is that when you hear something which is weird, such as the shots of a Kalishnakov ... one of the first things you try to do is check with others, or you turn your gaze away to others to try to see a common ground: ‘Are we hearing the same thing, are we listening to the same thing? Because it’s weird,’” Dezecache said. Forensic audiology expert Dr. Robert Beiter said an increase in gun violence has changed the way people perceive loud sounds. “If somebody drops a pallet from six feet, if it falls off truck, hits flat and makes a big bang, 15 years ago people may not have viewed that as a gunshot. Today that can very easily be viewed as a gunshot,” Beiter said. “There’s just a heightened sensitivity to gunfire noise. We hear it almost regularly on the news, some kind of mass shooting.” Dezecache said that the increasing frequency of terrorist attacks in both Europe and the U. S. have also made people more afraid in environments like airports where they traditionally did not feel vulnerable. “The fact that there’s a particular context with the terrorist attacks makes this information very, very salient for people because they know it can happen everywhere. It happened in France in a concert hall, it happened in Turkey in an airport, so it can happen very much everywhere,” Dezecache said. “There’s something as well with being in a group, being together that’s going to make the fearful things more salient.” But he says that while a crowd situation can be powerful, just because someone you are with is afraid of something, doesn’t mean you will automatically share that fear. “If I’m walking with you and if you’re afraid of birds, I’m not afraid of birds. There are particular places and settings which are particularly prone to contagion effects,” Dezecache said. “An airport or a concert hall are going to become places where this kind of thing can happen and in this context I think you’re going to be particularly sensitive to cues in the environment, notably the expression of anxiety and fear.” In studying the way emotions are passed between people in different situations, Dezecache did not find that fear was more contagious than other emotions.

2016-08-29 17:06 By Teresa www.heraldonline.com

92 Foot Locker looks to play up the store experience Start with the shoes but move on from there. That’s the plan at Foot Locker Inc., long known for its sneakers, which is reorganizing its stores to further highlight top brands, designating areas to showcase trends, and adding more displays of full sports gear to encourage broader shopping. At the chain’s redesigned midtown Manhattan flagship, set to open Tuesday, large digital signs display images of the shoes as well as social feeds like Twitter that mention the brand. Larger areas are devoted to big brands like Puma and Under Armour. A section in its store is devoted to showcasing emerging fashions for women. And next to the store, there’s an experiential area called NYC33 with a separate entrance that will host fashion shows and showcase other events and launches. “Sneakers drive the apparel that goes with it,” says Foot Locker CEO and President Dick Johnson. Even with all the other areas, the 10,000-square- foot store near Macy’s stocks about 50,000 sneakers for men, women and kids at any given time. The New York-based chain, which operates more than 3,400 stores under its own name as well as FootAction, Champs Sports, Lady Foot Locker and the new women’s SIX:02 among others, has benefited from the popularity of athletic sportswear for life beyond the gym. It’s aiming to push annual sales to $10 billion through 2020 from last year’s $7.4 billion — in part by catering better to female customers. That all starts with sneakers, which represent about 80 percent of men’s sales and 75 percent of the women’s business. Even with the liquidation of Sports Authority and its 500 stores, the field is a competitive one. Traditional rivals like Finish Line and Dick’s Sporting Goods remain, while Lululemon is expanding to new areas like swimwear and menswear and its own suppliers like Under Armour and Nike are opening more stand-alone stores. Nike’s store at The Grove in Los Angeles feature a Michael Jordan experience area where customers can test products through a digitally interactive dribbling drill that lasts 23 seconds, a nod to the athlete’s numbers. Under Armour is set to open a big store on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue on the site of the former FAO Schwarz store. It also penned a deal with department store chain Kohl’s to supply its clothing and accessories across all the stores. “This is not a fad,” says NPD analyst Matt Powell, who says the athletic sportswear and footwear industry enjoyed one of its best years in 2015. It’s about a $70 billion market, divided evenly between footwear and clothes. Athletic footwear sales increased by a mid-teen percentage last year. Johnson says the newly designed store is important to separate itself from the competition and get its message out in New York, the epicenter of sneaker culture. Among some of the hot sneakers: Adidas Pure Boost, the Stephen Curry shoe by Under Armor and Nike Air’s Huararaches. “We realized long time ago that we couldn’t be everything to everybody” in one store, said Johnson. “We have definitive brands and experiences.” The intent of the NYC33 area, for example, is not to sell stuff but to excite the customer. From Sept. 6 to Sept. 25, Foot Locker will stage fashion shows in that space highlighting singer Rihanna’s new Fenty collection for Puma that includes $600 capes and $200 sweatshirts. The line is exclusive to Foot Locker’s SIX:02 shop-within-a shop and Bergdorf Goodman for 24 hours before distribution goes wide Sept. 7. The store also marks the debut of an area called SIX:02-Collection that serves as a kind of lab that showcases emerging fashions for women. “I’m excited about the new approaches” at the store, Powell said. “They have all the different brands and so many different looks for the consumer.” In its most recent quarter, Foot Locker’s key revenue measure was up 4.7 percent, and profits rose nearly 7 percent. In contrast, its rival Finish Line announced this year that it would close 150 stores and replace its CEO. In the first quarter, the company’s profits dropped 30 percent. Foot Locker hadn’t always been a strong performer. When former CEO Ken Hicks took over in 2009, the company was in a sales funk and he started closing stores. Hicks also started adding specialty departments like Puma Labs, which offers exclusive merchandise, and House of Hoops, dedicated to high-end basketball shoes and gear. And Foot Locker, which never focused on catering to the specific shopping needs of women until a few years ago, is putting a lot of focus on that now. It has 30 stand-alone SIX:02 stores, targeting a trendy customer in her late 20s, and the newly redesigned Foot Locker store has devoted a boutique under the banner. The company has gradually been closing its Lady Foot Locker stores and has approximately 140 now, which Johnson says is about right. It’s using Lady Foot Locker to target a younger customer than SIX:02 — ages 14 to 25, with more traditional sportswear like Nike and Adidas. Foot Locker still has most of its stores in malls, but Johnson said he’s not concerned about Macy’s and other mall anchors closing locations. “We’re one of the few places in the mall that people line up for,” he said.

2016-08-29 17:04 Anne D rssfeeds.detroitnews.com

93 Deputies: Florida man calls 911 to report stabbing with knife in his back PALM COAST, Fla. — Florida deputies say one of the victims in a double stabbing called 911 early Monday with a knife still lodged in his back, CBS affiliate WKMG reports . The incident occurred in Palm Coast, Florida just after midnight on Monday. Deputies said the caller told them he had been drinking with another man, who was not identified, when he was stabbed. When deputies arrived, they found the other man covered in blood and with a puncture wound to the middle of his throat and a cut to his hand, according to the report. Deputies said the man was lying on the ground and said several times that he wanted to kill himself. The men, both 18, were taken to a hospital for treatment. It’s not clear if either will be charged.

2016-08-29 17:04 CBS News www.cbsnews.com

94 Harbaugh has picked a starting QB but won't reveal it Ann Arbor -- Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh knows, but he isn't telling. Harbaugh, asked directly about the Wolverines’ starting quarterback as the team readies this week for the season opener against Hawaii on Saturday, chose not to show his cards. "We know who our starting quarterback is," Harbaugh said Monday at a news conference. Harbaugh said he will reveal at some point this week who the starter is – Wilton Speight, John O'Korn and Shane Morris have been competing for the job -- but isn't planning to tell the media. Harbaugh said he has told his quarterbacks who is starting. Michigan released a game-week notes package on Monday, but it does not include a depth chart.

2016-08-29 17:02 Angelique S rssfeeds.detroitnews.com

95 Harbaugh, Lewis back free speech but not Kaepernick’s action Ann Arbor – Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh said he does not support the “action” Colin Kaepernick, his quarterback while coach of the 49ers, took to protest by sitting during the national anthem before a game last week. Harbaugh, during a news conference Monday, was asked about Kaepernick’s stance. Kaepernick has said he refused to stand because he will not show pride in a flag that “oppresses black people and people of color.” “I acknowledge his right to do that, but I don’t respect the motivation or the action,” Harbaugh said. Harbaugh later took to Twitter to clarify his comment, distancing himself from the appearance of criticizing Kaepernick's right to free speech. “I apologize for misspeaking my true sentiments. To clarify, I support Colin’s motivation. It’s his method of action that I take exception to.” DETROIT NEWS Harbaugh has picked a starting QB but won't reveal it Michigan senior cornerback Jourdan Lewis, who frequently has used social media to share his opinions on many social issues, said Monday that he appreciates Kaepernick’s stance but did not condone his action. “The freedom of speech thing is a really big deal, but I wouldn’t go against America as a whole,” Lewis said. “There has been inequality for some time now but to say that I want to be somewhere else would be a lie, because I love America and I will always want to be here. “I had the greatest opportunity in the world here. To say that America has done me wrong would be a lie, but to say there (isn’t) inequality would also be a lie, so I really do resonate with his message, not so much how he went about it.” Lewis said he is, like Kaepernick, passionate about the issue of inequality. “The whole Black Lives Matter thing is a really big deal to me, because you know, all lives matter, but you have to have a scope on what’s really going on,” Lewis said. “It is inequality in America in how they treat minorities right now. It is a really big deal, and I’m glad he stood up for what he believed in and for a lot of things I believe. I will speak out about inequality, definitely. The way he did it? Nah.” This is not the first time Harbaugh has taken a stand on a social issue. Last year when the University of Michigan decided not to show the film “American Sniper” because of a petition drive by students, Harbaugh jumped on Twitter to show support for the movie that features the Iraq War. “Michigan Football will watch “American Sniper”! Proud of Chris Kyle & Proud to be an American & if that offends anybody then so be it!” Harbaugh tweeted in April 2015. Michigan then opted to show the film and said in a statement, “The initial decision to cancel the movie was not consistent with the high value the University of Michigan places on freedom of expression and our respect for the right of students to make their own choices in such matters.”

2016-08-29 17:01 Angelique S rssfeeds.detroitnews.com

96 Mexican president plagiarized in thesis Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto's alma mater said Monday he had plagiarized parts of his law school thesis, confirming an investigative news site's report last week. Mexico's Panamerican University said it had reviewed the president's 25- year-old thesis and found five types of "treatment of the ideas of others. " They included "textual reproductions of citations without footnotes or mention in the bibliography," it said in a statement. In other cases, Pena Nieto reproduced passages from works referenced in his bibliography without indicating they were citations, or "ambiguously or imprecisely" credited the author, it said. The assessment came after the website Aristegui Noticias concluded that 197 of the 682 paragraphs in Pena Nieto's thesis were plagiarized, based on analysis and speaking with professors. The university said there is nothing it can do as the plagiarism happened years ago and its code of conduct does not apply to former students. However, it has consulted the country's largest university, the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), on how to proceed in the "unprecedented" case, it said. The controversy arises as Pena Nieto's popularity is at an all-time low, with only 23 percent of Mexicans holding a positive opinion of the leader, according to a recent poll published by the newspaper Reforma. The website behind the investigation is headed by well-known Mexican journalist Carmen Aristegui, who in 2014 revealed Pena Nieto's wife, former soap opera star Angelica Rivera, had bought a $7 million Mexico City mansion from a government contractor. Although Rivera ultimately gave up the house, the president's image was tarnished, as he himself acknowledged in July when he said he had made a "mistake" and asked for Mexico's forgiveness.

2016-08-29 17:00 www.digitaljournal.com

97 Venezuelans Mobilize for Vote to Recall President Nicolás Maduro VILLA DE CURA, Venezuela —After surveying the decay of his malnourished flock at a recent mass, Father Lenin Bastidas decided he had enough. The next day, he left his parish in the town of La Soledad—which means “loneliness”—and started a 400-mile walk to the capital, Caracas. On Monday, Father Lenin, as he is called by his congregation, arrived in the capital after eight days of walking and hitchhiking, part of a wave of thousands of Venezuelans descending on the city as part of a last-gasp effort by the country’s...

2016-08-29 17:00 Anatoly Kurmanaev www.wsj.com

98 Mexicans say 'adios' to beloved singer Juan Gabriel Juan Gabriel was more than just a singer and songwriter for the hundreds of fans who thronged Mexico City's Plaza Garibaldi to wish him farewell Monday. He was a legend, an artist who marked an era in people's lives. Every major Mexican newspaper had news of his Sunday death on their front pages, along with large photos of his flamboyant costumes. "We work nights. When I got up, I heard people singing Juan Gabriel songs in the streets," said mariachi musician Alvaro Hurtado, who was busy playing favorites like "Amor Eterno" ("Eternal Love") for clients who were drawn to Garibaldi to mark the singer's death at age 66. The plaza is the national shrine to mariachi music. "I am grateful to him, more than anything else, for his songs," Hurtado said. "He was a great person, and more than anything else he gave work to me and my fellow mariachis. " The statue of Juan Gabriel in Garibaldi was adorned with flowers and candles. Those standing around it were not only Mexicans; it seemed the world was united by his death. One of them Marshall Gourley, a tourist from Denver, Colorado, who said that "it would be a mortal sin to be in Mexico and not come to Plaza Garibaldi to remember him. " "His music is universal, and eternal, his music has been a part of all of us since the early '70s," said Gourley, who noted "Amor Eterno" was played at his mother's funeral. In Ciudad Juarez, the border city where Juan Gabriel grew up, dozens of people gathered outside a house he owned to place flowers and candles and sing his songs. Juan Gabriel was Mexico's leading singer-songwriter and top-selling artist. His ballads about love and heartbreak and bouncy mariachi tunes became hymns throughout Latin America and Spain as well as with Spanish speakers in the United States. He brought fans to tears with songs, including top hits such as "Hasta Que Te Conoci" ("Until I Met You"). "Querida" ("Dear") topped Mexico's charts for an entire year. In California, John Kades of the Los Angeles coroner's office said the cause of death had not yet been officially determined, but that due to Juan Gabriel's medical history, no autopsy would be required. Neither the singer's family nor representatives announced funeral plans. The singer's agent, Arturo De la Mora, said Juan Gabriel died "peacefully" at his home in Santa Monica, California, without giving further details. Juan Gabriel, whose real name was Alberto Aguilera Valadez, liked to wear jackets covered in sequins or dress in shiny silk outfits in hot pink, turquoise blue or canary yellow. Juan Gabriel performed to packed auditoriums, including New York's Madison Square Garden and the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles. His last concert was Friday night at the Forum in Inglewood, California. He had been scheduled to perform Sunday in El Paso, Texas. President Enrique Pena Nieto said through his official Twitter account: "I regret the death of Juan Gabriel, one of the great musical icons of our country. My condolences to his relatives and friends. " The singer, who was born Jan. 7, 1950, wrote his first song at age 13 and went on to compose more than 1,500. The youngest of 10 children, he rose from rags to riches. He was born in the western state of Michoacan. His father, Gabriel Aguilera, was a farmer and his mother, Victoria Valadez, a housewife. The family lost contact with his father after he was taken to a psychiatric hospital in Mexico City when Juan Gabriel was still a baby. Unable to support her children, his mother moved the family to the border city of Ciudad Juarez, where he grew up as she worked as a maid. Juan Gabriel said his mother was one of the people he most loved in his life even though he spent most of his childhood away from her. Unable to care for him, she sent him to an orphanage. He signed his first record contract in 1971 and had his first big hit with "No tengo dinero" ("I don't have any money"), according to his biography by Mexico's Society of Music Authors and Composers. Juan Gabriel rarely gave interviews. When he did, he avoided talking about his private life. Although his former personal secretary, Joaquin Munoz, described their homosexual relationship in a book, "Juan Gabriel and I," the singer neither acknowledged nor denied being gay. His fans were surprised when years later it became known that he had fathered four children with his friend Laura Salas.

2016-08-29 16:58 By BERENICE www.charlotteobserver.com

99 Justin Bieber accidentally returns to Instagram It seemed like forever ago that Justin Bieber quit Instagram (it was just August 16), but on Monday it appeared the star had returned -- much to the delight of the Beliebers. Not so fast, the singer said. No sooner had the news broke that he was back, Bieber tweeted "Still no Instagram it was an accident. " Cue all of the tears. The Biebs quit after some irate fans -- and a few of his exes -- got into it regarding photos he posted of him and gal pal, model Sofia Richie. "I'm gonna make my Instagram private if you guys don't stop the hate," the singer wrote in a caption of a black-and-white photo of himself and Richie. "This is getting out of hand, if you guys are really fans you wouldn't be so mean to people that I like. " Justin Bieber quits Instagram Rather than make it private the 22-year-old pop star took the whole thing down. On Monday, fans celebrated when they thought he had reactivated his account. So no new grams, but fans could still enjoy video of Bieber's new "fluff ball" dog, Todd.

2016-08-29 16:58 Lisa Respers rss.cnn.com

100 100 Taylor Swift dismissed from Nashville jury pool A Nashville judge has dismissed pop star Taylor Swift as a potential juror in an aggravated rape and kidnapping case. Davidson County District Attorney General's Office spokesman Ken Whitehouse says Swift told the judge on Monday that she was concerned because of an upcoming trial in Denver involving allegations she was groped by a fan at a meet-and-greet. Whitehouse says Swift told the judge she is more than willing to serve on a jury in any other type of case. Whitehouse says the judge thanked her and let her leave. Other potential jurors chatted and took selfies with the star in waiting areas before they reached the courtroom.

2016-08-29 16:57 The Associated www.heraldonline.com

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