Chechen President Ramzan Kadyrov has created a mixed martial arts empire that exports fighters to the UFC league — and also serves as a propaganda tool and farm team for special forces militia.
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Chechen President Ramzan Kadyrov has created a mixed martial arts empire that exports fighters to the UFC league — and also serves as a propaganda tool and farm team for special forces militia.
LA last hosted the Summer Games in 1984. The city had originally been bidding for the 2024 games, which will go to Paris instead.
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Almost 6 months ago, media sources were speculating on the prices of Tesla’s solar roofing tiles – and now, the numbers are in. In contrast to the original price tag of $24.50 per square foot that was previously estimated by Consumer Reports, Tesla announced in May that the tiles would
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Three years ago, a man felt compelled to pull over and help an unfortunate woman stuck in the rain. Now, they are repaying each other for the kindness they received In 2014, TunDe Hector had $5 to her name when her car broke down in the pouring rain. As she
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When a little girl was scared of finding monsters in her new home, she knew just who to call: the local police. 4-year-old Sidney Fahrenbruch had just moved into a house in Longmont, Colorado two weeks ago when she started hearing spooky noises from around the building. As a means
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While “Game of Thrones” may be about rulers of dragons, this man takes care of much smaller animals – and he is only able to do so because of the beloved television show. Kenny Gracey is the owner of a small farm in Northern Ireland that cares for “rare” animals
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Prepare kit of essential supplies, evacuate early when you have animals, veterinarians say
Very young children should stay off, group says
Study found it only cut the amount of sedentary time by 12 minutes each day
Not enough is known about the drug's long-term effects, research review concludes
Source: HealthDayMedicare is billed more than $1 billion annually for glaucoma treatments alone, researchers say
Source: HealthDayStudy suggests that even when people weren't really more sedentary, their risk of early death rose
Source: HealthDayEye experts say children should have routine exams to detect trouble early
Source: HealthDayThe spots could be linked to higher risk of cataracts, macular degeneration, study says
Source: HealthDayCertain mani-pedi products can cause trouble, FDA warns
Source: HealthDayHigher measurements seen using in-car sensors
On this day 60 years ago, Richard Starkey (later known as Ringo Starr) made his debut at the The Cavern in Liverpool, playing drums with the Eddie Clayton Skiffle Group. John Lennon made his first appearance at the club a week later with The Quarry Men. Three and a
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With unanimous votes in the House and Senate, Connecticut became the 14th US state to ban civil forfeiture of cash or property without a criminal conviction. (Forbes)
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The 20-year-old University of Florida swimmer won his seventh gold medal at the FINA World Championships on Sunday. The day before, Dressel set a record all his own: three gold medals in one night.
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Micky Thornton’s vision for building a proper pool began when he was a little boy swimming around and feeling like he was trapped in a box. No one would get that impression today in his Tennessee backyard. He started construction on his dream 25 years ago, and the pool, complete
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More than half of Americans regularly experience cognitive fatigue related to stress, frustration, and anxiety while at work. Those in safety-critical fields, such as air traffic control and health care, are at an even greater risk for cognitive fatigue, which could lead to errors. Given the amount of time that
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As a means of honoring a recently fallen police officer, these 35 cops and state troopers got together to finish construction of a very special project. Retired and active officers from the New York State Police, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, and the Watertown City Police all got together to finish building
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What happens when heavily-hydrated athletes have to pee? David Fleming of ESPN The Magazine tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro that NFL players are especially creative.
Happy 70th Birthday to Arnold Schwarzenegger, the actor, bodybuilder and former 2-term governor of California who is now fighting to bring redistricting reform to the American political system. “Born in Austria and Made in America”, the ‘Governator’ has currently five movies in various stages of production, but is also
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Jinder Mahal recently shocked the wrestling world by becoming the WWE World Champion. He's the latest in a long line of foreign wrestlers offering a blunt critique of American supremacy.
Even though it involved some daring stunts, these bunnies weren’t sheepish about hitching a ride to safety. Extreme weather on the South Island of New Zealand became particularly dangerous this weekend when record-breaking floods caused a state of emergency and mass evacuations. 64-year-old Ferg Horne was checking up on his
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This 8-hour film gives a whole new meaning to the phrase, “counting sheep”. Baa Baa Land, created by the producers of the hit meditation app Calm, will surely to go down as “the dullest movie ever made” because the main goal was to help people fall asleep. The movie is composed
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The precipitous drop in costs for renewable energy technology—even from prices a few years ago—means that carbon emissions may decrease faster and hit the targets earlier than those envisioned by the Paris Climate Agreement. Here are three technologies making that happen: 1. Solar – the average price of a MWh
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The relationship has been fraught with disputes about which research should be funded. Four House members have asked NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell whether the league plans to honor its commitment.
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While slugs may be a little gross, they could become the ultimate medical tool of the future.
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In sports news, Major League Baseball has a trade deadline coming up, and a new report is out on CTE in former football players. NPR's Don Gonyea talks with ESPN's Howard Bryant.
On this day 60 years ago, the International Atomic Energy Agency was established to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy and to inhibit its use for military purposes. Providing technology, expertise and training, it guides those who want to harness the atom for the benefit of mankind—by improving
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The footage shows a Palm Beach Gardens officer telling the tennis star he won't cite her: "You just got stuck in a bad situation." She is being sued for wrongful death of a man in the other vehicle.
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Scattering her husband's ashes was what got Sajean Geer lost in the first place – but she says that his spirit is also what helped her survive.
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These five windmills – all of which are larger than Big Ben – are set to make up the world's first floating wind farm in Scotland.
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Just days before his fifth wedding anniversary, Jonny Grant was the victim of a car accident that left him in a coma. Doctors were unsure of whether he would ever wake up, much less move. Because he sustained a diffuse axonal injury, he was given a 10% chance of survival.
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Tunisia has just joined the ranks of countries that have issued bans for violence against women.
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Study suggests centers are often appropriately picky, but one specialist says patients should have a say in these choices
Study suggests body amplifies fatigue signals, even during periods of rest
Source: HealthDayObamacare has improved access to therapies, but finances are still a big concern, researchers say
Source: HealthDayDermatologist says only an expert can diagnose condition accurately
'We need to bring men into the conversation,' researcher says
But study also shows those rates are rising for young adults who are not in school
Vaccine that prevents ear infections may have counterbalanced surge in headphone use, expert says
Source: HealthDay300 years ago today, King Frederick William I inaugurated a compulsory school system in Prussia, the first national education system in Europe. He ordered all children ages 5-12 to attend state schools, and later financed the construction of hospitals, along with more buildings to educate the youth. The
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I wanted to let you know that I, and my GNN partners, are attending the amazing WorldZ marketing summit July 31-Aug 1 in Hollywood, California. The 2-day gathering of top global brands, startups, and thought-leaders will “unite superstars with rising stars” offering access to venture capitalists, brands, and influencers. What’s
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A new study of 111 brains of former NFL players revealed that 110 of them had a degenerative brain disease called chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
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This shocking new research might just prove that money can’t buy happiness. In order to raise awareness about the importance of adopting shelter animals, PetSmart Charities conducted a survey on how pets affected people’s happiness. The results? 66% said that adopting a pet would bring them more long-term happiness than
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This furry intruder exhibited some pretty impressive breaking and entering skills – but his talent for music wasn’t as impressive. In fact, it was downright “unbearable”, according to local police representatives. 21-year-old Katie Hawley was terrified when she returned to her Vail, Colorado apartment last month only to find that
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If you ever feel like you are giving up on true love, this heartwarming couple might cheer you up. After going for a dip at the local pool in Franklin, Tennessee, Pastor Brent Kelley was taking his kids out for ice cream on Monday. As they were getting their sweet
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Iranian lawmakers have passed the motion to decriminalize drug use so they can help their addicts heal, instead of punishing them. While the Judicial and Legal Commission is still working on the exact legislation, the proposal will allow the government to hand out diluted substances to drug users, thus cutting
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These two veterans weren’t about to let a local widow struggle through the woods with her wheelchair-bound mother every day – so they took matters into their own hands. Whenever Belinda Hart had to take her mother – who has Alzheimers in addition to living in a wheelchair – to
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With tocilizumab's approval, there's an alternative treatment for giant cell arteritis
Those with condition known as 'crouch gait' had better posture and balance after 15 training sessions
Increased risk seen within Army unit if another member had tried to take own life in previous year
Source: HealthDayBest results seen for those with pre-op BMI of less than 40, study says
Source: HealthDayRates have doubled in people over 50, report says
Before kids head back to school, make sure they're up-to-date on their vaccines
25 years ago on this day, Nelson Mandela announced a general strike to demand free elections and the removal of South African President F. W. de Klerk, with whom he would later share a Nobel Peace Prize. The successful strike was called two years after he was freed from
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An 89th-minute goal by forward Jordan Morris gave Team USA a 2-1 win, its fifth title in the semiannual tourney since 2002. The team remains undefeated since Coach Bruce Arena returned in November.
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This shimmering park tower isn’t just a glamorous piece of architecture: it is the largest air purifier in the world, and it is turning China’s smog into diamonds. The tower is a 23-foot tall metal structure that is capable of filtering 75% of harmful PM2.5 and PM10 particles from the
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Misunderstandings on social media have led to some pretty ferocious witch hunts in the past – but this pizzeria owner is instead trying to use it for good. Damian Penner, the owner of Rocco’s Pizzeria in Steinbach, Manitoba, found security footage of a woman and her four children stealing pizzas
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Because she has been mercilessly bullied for her health problems, this teen decided against going to prom. Then, she was given one of her own.
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Youtube is rolling out a new feature that will hopefully prove effective in fighting terrorism online. If anyone uses YouTube to look up search terms matching extremism, supremacy, or terrorist recruiting videos, the Redirect feature will automatically send them to a playlist of videos that debunk hateful narratives. The Redirect
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Friendship comes in all kinds of shapes and sized – but these animals buddies are exceptionally different. A curious cat named Rin-chan was recently introduced to an itty bitty green tree frog, and his reaction to the amphibian is surprisingly friendly. Rin-chan ever so gently uses his paw to stroke
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Study of gay couples duplicates findings of earlier research
Procedure could offer option for otherwise irreparable shoulder injury, surgeons say
Source: HealthDayStudy found those who were offered cash to get cancer screening were twice as likely to do so
How this might affect male fertility isn't clear, researchers say
No position on the football field seemed to confer protection, study says
Children under age 6 most often affected, study finds
Source: HealthDayEven in bad weather, seniors get about 30 minutes of daily activity by taking care of their pet
Happy Birthday to Sir Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones, who turns 74 years-old today. Born in Kent, England to a teacher and hairdresser, his 50 years as one of the most influential frontmen in the history of rock and roll, showed the world that old age doesn’t have to
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Floyd Mayweather and Connor McGregor have made controversial comments while promoting an upcoming boxing match. Sarah Spain of ESPN asks why they aren't held to the same standards as other athletes.
High school athletes who tended to focus on one sport were 50 percent more likely to get hurt than those who hadn't specialized. Injuries included ankle sprains, knee tendonitis, and stress fractures.
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If there was any doubt that Kamden Houshan and Paul Burnett would be friends forever, there certainly is not anymore. The soon-to-be 3rd graders do everything together: from munching on McDonald’s happy meals, to playing at the park. The two have been nearly inseparable since they met in kindergarten several
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A new study finds kids who specialize in one sport are more likely to get injured. Injuries include ligament and muscle sprains and tendonitis to knees and ankles. The sports with the highest specialization rates include soccer, baseball and basketball. Researchers conclude that more needs to be done to educate coaches, parents and athletes about the increased risk of injuries for kids who specialize in a single sport.
Plenty of people are susceptible to tears during wedding ceremonies – but this 4-year-old boy couldn’t contain his emotions when his stepmom gave him a special message during the vows. Senior Air Force airwoman Emily Leehan and U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Joshua Newville got married in New Jersey earlier this
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Scotland has just broken a renewable energy record by generating the equivalent of 118% of the nation’s electricity between January and June – solely through wind power. According to analysis provided by WWF Scotland, this year’s wind power output jumped by 25% compared to the same period in 2015. This
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This Museum of Modern Art is joining the digital age in a stunningly fun way. The San Francisco museum has just introduced the Send Me SFMOMA: a service that allows you to request an artwork of a specific topic right through your phone. For instance, if you text “Send me
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As the country starts to get back into its most popular professional team sport, there's a reminder of how dangerous football can be.
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Internet-fueled movement has heart experts concerned about potential consequences
Fewer than 1 in 10 surveyed named all risk factors identified by the American Diabetes Association
Food sensitivity and intolerance may be mistaken for allergic reaction, even by doctors
Viewing the tapes helped convince patients to stick with the sleep apnea treatment, study found
Concerns are growing about weight's impact on development of chronic disease, researchers say
Source: HealthDayIf findings replicated, a shot every month or two could replace daily pills, scientists say
Most women and a lot of kids also appear to have excessive fat, study of developed nations reports
Source: HealthDay20 years ago today, K.R. Narayanan was sworn in as President of India–fulfilling Ghandi’s dream as the first leader from an “untouchable” caste. In his inaugural, after receiving 95 percent of the votes in the electoral college, he said, “That the nation has found a consensus for its highest
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This revolutionary procedure is being hailed for virtually creating food out of thin air. The process, which was created by Finnish researchers at the Lappeenranta University of Technology and the VTT Technical Research Centre, uses electricity and carbon dioxide to create single-cell protein. Since the process has zero environmental impacts whatsoever,
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If this linebacker hadn't gotten a sudden craving for barbecue, he may not have been next to this man when he started choking on his brisket.
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An astonishing new breakthrough in curing HIV may have just surfaced in the form of a 9-year-old South African child. Currently, the only methods with which to manage the virus is by consistently receiving anti-HIV treatment for the rest of a patient’s life. The child, who reportedly inherited the human
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Tourists can see some amazing sights while they’re traveling – but this one might take the cake. Steve Booker was on vacation in Cozumel, Mexico when he found a sea turtle flipped over on its back. “I set out to watch the sunrise this morning and come up on a
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Could be a dangerous combination, depending on the drug
Federal report on decade of statistics shows over half of deaths were caused by intimate partners
Source: HealthDayHigh-sugar drinks combined with protein triggers extra fat storage by body, study finds
Certain fecal bacteria tied to better functioning at age 2, study says
Parent questionnaires revealed no physical, mental distinctions at school age