Georgia State

Ooltewah, TN

Louis Brown of Marietta, Ga., found a shortcut to the finish line of a long week in the U.S. Senior Amateur on Thursday, by staking himself to an early lead to set up a 4-and-3 victory over Daniel Sullivan in the championship match at the Honors Course in Ooltewah, Tenn.

Louis Brown wins U.S. Senior Amateur in his first tournament start in 11 months

SUNNINGDALE, England — Advice, especially the good stuff, is always useful when it comes to playing golf in unfamiliar territory or conditions. Knowing that obvious truism only too well, both sides in the Curtis Cup at Sunningdale are taking advantage of those with experience in the run-up to what will be the 43rd meeting between the best female amateurs from Great Britain & Ireland and those from the United States.

Justin Rose's advice to the GB&I Curtis Cup team comes complete with his own embarrassing story

East Lake’s restoration has given several players fits this week in preparation for the PGA Tour’s season-finale Tour Championship, highlighted by the new par-5 18th. Scottie Scheffler attested on Tuesday the hole was so hard that he was considering taking an alternative route down the 10th hole, believing it would be the easier way to birdie.

PGA Tour adds internal OB at East Lake after Scottie Scheffler discussed shortcut

For most golfers, putting from just off the green is a better option than chipping the ball because your margin for error is much greater with a flat stick. While you might chunk or blade your worst chip, a bad putt from off the green will still get you somewhere around the hole.

Putting from the rough? The creative greenside ‘escape’ shot, explained

South Carolina State

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Los Angeles County, CA

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

It's been over twenty-five years since actor/photographer Roddy McDowall died of lung cancer in 1998. McDowall, despite some career challenges, was one of that breed of rare former child actors who successfully transitioned into Hollywood adulthood. He was also, however, one of the industry's "openly closeted" actors, which came with its own sense of issues. This is his story.

The Not-So-Secret Gay Life of Actor Roddy McDowell: 25 Years After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Angry Aurorans and Denverites on social media poked fun at the news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It seemed to contradict comments made by Gov. Jared Polis, who said the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated: Denver media criticized

Atlanta, TX

ATLANTA — Collin Morikawa and Xander Schauffele did their best Friday to keep the Tour Championship from becoming a runaway, but more work remains if they want to supplant Scottie Scheffler atop the leaderboard. Morikawa fired a tournament-low eight-under 63 and Schauffele posted a bogey-free 64 at East Lake...

Challengers chip away, but Scottie Scheffler loving his Tour Championship advantage

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Today, the stars are shining a bit dimmer on many of us. Dreams and goals may come with some difficulties. However, the heavens are providing a boost to three zodiac signs. Aries, Virgo, and Sagittarius, you three are feeling an edge. Your endeavors will experience extra support today. You blessed zodiacs, are going to experience a day when your dreams are easier to accomplish. Thanks to the cosmic energy that favors your unique strengths, you will find that your natural skills are enhanced. Whether it is through bold moves, meticulous planning, or an adventurous temperament, you are ready to see your aspirations start to become reality.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True | August 30, 2024

Mercury Direct will provide three zodiac signs with abundance and fortune on August 28. It will help them get back on track and remove their obstacles. The astrological transit will put things for the signs. What’s holding you back from exploiting your potential?

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Fortune Era Will Start | August 28, 2024

Huntsville, AL

LIMA, Peru | Alabama A&M University freshman Ana-Liese Torian , representing the United States, got out of the blocks slowly in her heat at the U20 World Championships on Thursday morning and could not recover as she finished 26 th overall and did not qualify for the semifinals at the Estadio Atletico de la Viden. Torian, the top U20 United States hurdler in the 100m, had spent all summer working on the start of races but on Thursday during cloudy conditions, got off to a slow start. As she battled back, she clipped one of the hurdles which hampered her...

Torian Can’t Overcome Slow Start in 100m Hurdles

Colorado State

Jupiter, FL

ATLANTA — Thanks to Smylie Kaufman’s ability to multi-task, Justin Thomas deplaned in Jupiter, Fla., a happy and relieved individual late Sunday. Flying home from Colorado after finishing T-39 at the BMW Championship at Castle Pines, Thomas was a bit of a nervous wreck. He was on the bubble for one of the last spots in the season-ending Tour Championship and his emotions fluctuated between not wanting to know where he stood and needing to follow every shot.

Justin Thomas rats on buddy Smylie Kaufman for feeding him FedEx Cup info live during flight to Florida

Thanks to that two-shot cushion and an opening 65, Scottie Scheffler took a commanding seven-shot lead after Day 1 of the Tour Championship. Fifteen years ago, however, he was happy to just be playing with the big boys. Literally. An unearthed local news video circulating on Golf Twitter this week...

Amazing unearthed local news report features Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth and Will Zalatoris as kids

PARIS, FRANCE – The U.S. Women’s Wheelchair Basketball National Team made a statement in its opening contest of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, defeating Germany, 73-44, in dominant fashion at Bercy Arena. In the rematch of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Bronze Medal Game, Team USA turned in a...

U.S. Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Cruises to 73-44 Victory Over Germany in 2020 Tokyo Games Rematch

Alameda Post

Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

Wonder Jelly

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Ever since golf was first played, the objective for players on the greens has not changed: Knock the ball in the hole dead center. For some golfers, that means using a putter where the shaft is dead center as well. Recently, Lydia Ko won the AIG Women’s Open at St....

Center-shafted putters can lead to making putts center cut

Port Lavaca, TX

Yoakum, TX

The Yoakum Bulldogs play the first of two road trips to open the season with a trip to Port Lavaca Calhoun at 7 p.m. Friday. The Sandcrabs are coming off 9-5 (4-1) season where they advanced to the regional final/state quarterfinals. They return 18 lettermen, seven offensive and four defensive...

YHS Bulldogs face physical Port Lavaca Sandcrabs in opener

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American stars off to slow start, but Curtis Cup battle is tight on Day 1

SUNNINGDALE, England — You thought the Curtis Cup was a three-day event? Think again. Now it’s only two. With 14 points still available, the 43rd encounter...

American stars off to slow start, but Curtis Cup battle is tight on Day 1

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