Новости за 15.02.2018

After reading an article today about the projected Cleveland Cavaliers' payroll in 2018, I wondered what the Cleveland Indians' roster would look like if Dan Gilbert owned the team. Let me begin by saying that I realize this is mostly an impossible hypothetical to answer - the NBA is a different sport with different ways for owners and players to make and spend money than the means available in MLB. With that said, let's take a look at some hypothetical numbers:

The head of the Russian lower house’s defense committee has responded to NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg who said the Alliance asked Moscow to be transparent in deploying its Iskander missiles in Kaliningrad.

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Blue Cross of Idaho submitted to Idaho insurance regulators a set of health insurance plans that it hopes to sell under Gov. Butch Otter's executive order. The Idaho Statesman reports Blue Cross submitted its five plans on Tuesday after the executive order required Idaho insurers to create "state-based" health plans that do not comply with the Affordable Care Act. Blue Cross is the first to file its plans, which could be approved to go to market as early as next month. Idaho Department... Читать дальше...

It just had to be Lacazette, didn’t it? Is there any better metaphor for how this season has gone for Arsene Wenger and his Arsenal team than over £100 million in striking talent being out of contention for the Europa League round of 16, just as success in that competition has become crucial to the club’s Champions League hopes? In fairness, they knew that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang would be cup tied in the Europa League when they bought him, but the news that Alexandre Lacazette has had an arthroscopic... Читать дальше...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A federal judge sentenced former Alabama House Majority Leader Rep. Micky Hammon to three months in prison for felony mail fraud on Thursday, rebuffing a prosecution recommendation for Hammon to spend no time behind bars. Hammon, a Republican from Decatur, pleaded guilty to using campaign funds for personal expenses in September 2017. Hammon was ordered to forfeit nearly $51,000 for reimbursement to victims who had donated to his campaign and could face being forced to forfeit more money. Читать дальше...

TX Lake Charles LA Zone Forecast for Thursday, February 15, 2018 _____ 810 FPUS54 KLCH 151828 ZFPLCH Zone Forecast Product National Weather Service Lake Charles LA 1228 PM CST Thu Feb 15 2018 TXZ180-152215- Tyler- Including the cities of Town Bluff, Fred, Hillister, Ivanhoe, Spurger, Warren, and Woodville 1228 PM CST Thu Feb 15 2018 .REST OF TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Highs in the lower 80s. South winds 5 to 15 mph. .TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Читать дальше...

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas congressional hopeful says he plans to raffle off an AR-15 rifle to support his campaign, even after a suspect reportedly used that type of weapon in Wednesday's mass shooting at a Florida high school. Republican Tyler Tannahill of Leavenworth announced the raffle on Tuesday, saying it was a show of support for the Second Amendment. He told the Kansas City Star after Wednesday's shooting that the raffle would continue. He says he supports weapons training for educators... Читать дальше...

Cambridge United Grimsby Town 3:00 PM UTC Game Details Live football odds with bet365. Bet Now » GameCast Lineups and Stats Cambridge pair Barry Corr and Medy Elito are expected to return to contention for the home game against Grimsby.Striker Corr was rested in the midweek win at Chesterfield... Читать дальше...

Despite opposition from the Department of Justice and a number of Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans, the Sentencing Reform and Corrections Act (SRCA) passed a crucial committee vote 16 to five on Thursday, with only Republicans dissenting.

If you’re serious about TV—and, really, why wouldn’t you be? What else is there these days?—you’ve probably already heard about Shababnikim, arguably the best Israeli show since, well, Srugim, or Fauda, or whatever other Israeli show you may be obsessed with. It follows four friends at the finest of Jerusalem’s yeshivot who care more about smoking, sipping Nespresso, and watching Van Damme films than about spending their days poring over mishnayot.

The UFC has signed one of the top female flyweights in the world.

Invicta FC flyweight champion Jennifer Maia announced on her Instagram page that she has signed a deal with the promotion. A date and opponent for her debut has yet to be announced. Combate first reported the news.

Maia (15-4-1), who currently rides a six-fight winning streak, won the Invicta FC belt In March 2016 with a decision over Vanessa Porto, and successfully defended it twice against Roxane Modafferi and Agnieszka Niedzwiedz. Читать дальше...

This week I’m bringing you another homemade pasta sauce – a Vegan Bolognese Sauce if you will, for those of you who have asked for something a little more, shall we say ‘meatier’ to pour over your favorite pasta.

Frankie Edgar does not plan on being on the sidelines for too long.

Former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar was scheduled for his second title shot at featherweight against Max Holloway, supposedly at UFC 222 on March 3rd. The champion, however, was forced out of the matchup due to a leg injury, leaving Edgar to face fast-rising undefeated fighter Brian Ortega.

But instead of waiting around for Holloway, “The Answer” plans to keep himself active.

”I just want to fight,” Edgar told FloCombat. Читать дальше...

DURBAN - The Dolphins went to Port Elizabeth yesterday, ready to meet the Warriors in their Sunfoil Series encounter at St George’s Park. 

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FORT DODGE, Iowa (AP) — Two people were injured after a natural gas explosion at their home in central Iowa. Four residents had just been told to leave the Fort Dodge house Wednesday afternoon when the blast erupted, the Messenger reported . Two of the residents were unharmed. The two others were taken to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Fire Chief Steve Hergenreter blamed a natural gas leak that other officials said may have started when a city public works crew stuck a... Читать дальше...

Good news! This week, folks living in as far north as Michigan may get treated to a stunning light show as Auroras will be shining brighter and further away from the planet’s axis than usual. What a rare treat! The bad news: the same phenomenon that causes the Northern Lights to do their thing could also screw with a few important technologies that we rely on, every day.

As it is the case with many of Japan's popular musical artists, Anatashia's fans often send them gifts, one of which turned out not as harmless as it appeared.

The Russian Future Soldier's equipment will cost $45K, weigh 26 kg and will include an AK-12 assault rifle with grenade launcher and night vision scope, smart helmet and satellite uplink.

Off Broadway’s nonprofit MCC Theater has abruptly ended its longtime relationship with award-winning writer-director Neil LaBute, canceling an upcoming production of his new play “Reasons to Be Pretty Happy” that was scheduled to run this summer.

Callum Smith’s prediction: Groves on points after a few rocky moments

Callum Smith believes he will face George Groves in the final for the Muhammad Ali Trophy.

“Groves-Eubank is a good fight, a very good one. The winner will become an even bigger name after the weekend,” said Smith.

(Photo credit: World Boxing Super Series)

Smith is fully focused on his semi-final against Germany’s Juergen Braehmer next weekend at the Arena Nürnberger Versicherung in Nuremberg. … Read Article

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — An Arkansas lawmaker says he won't push for a measure easing a requirement for concealed handgun trainers during this year's session after the governor said he supports delaying the mandate's deadline so the issue can be addressed later. Republican Sen. Trent Garner said Thursday he'll drop his proposal removing the requirement that concealed carry instructors offer both the regular training and the enhanced training under an expanded concealed handgun law approved last year. Читать дальше...

Thanks for nothing, mom and dad!!!!

When you were a kid, your mind was filled with wonder, and tbh, quiiiiite a few incorrect tidbits of information. For example:

Yes. This is me.

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Maybe you were convinced that ~the olden days~ were in black and white, because all photos of your grandparents were in grayscale.

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Juventus midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur is excited by the "derby fever" in Turin ahead of Sunday's Serie A meeting with Torino. The champions will move above Napoli into top spot - at least temporarily - if they avoid defeat at Stadio Olimpico, with Maurizio Sarri's side hosting SPAL later in the day. And Bentancur, who has made 12 appearances in his debut Serie A season, is keen to add to his existing experience of local derby meetings. "In Argentina alone, I played in six derbies for Boca Juniors... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — After a few missteps, The Recording Academy is reassuring its members that it is not lagging behind the music industry when it comes to female representation. In a letter sent to voting and non-voting members Thursday, which was obtained by The Associated Press, the academy offers statistics to show that women had a larger presence at the Grammy Awards compared to the industry standard. The letter to academy members comes weeks after a University of Southern California- Annenberg... Читать дальше...