Giap, 83, the strategic architect of Vietnam’s victory, upon meeting his old foe. “I heard about you long ago.” McNamara, 79, replied with a laugh, “I have heard of you, too.” Neither man offered an apology. But McNamara admitted in an autobiography published earlier this year that “we were wrong, terribly wrong” to pursue the war, and he was in Vietnam last week seeking support for an international conference on exactly how it all went wrong....
The Genesis Open marks Tiger’s second PGA Tour event in as many months, and his first return to the Riviera Golf Course since 2006. MORE: How to watch Tiger at the Genesis Open Tiger had to overcome some early difficulties teeing off, going 2-over after three holes through the day. He managed to break even through the back nine before falling back to 2-over through 16 holes. He managed a birdie and par on his 17th and 18th holes, respectively, salvaging the day....
Geno Smith is, finally, getting another chance to start for an NFL franchise, and, boy, is he making the most of it. Coach Pete Carroll anointed the Seahawks’ longtime backup as the team’s starter following the offseason trade of Russell Wilson, and so far, Smith has richly rewarded the team’s faith in him. With 15 touchdowns to four interceptions and 2,199 passing yards through nine games, Smith isn’t just having a career year — he’s having a career revival....
George Conway, a conservative attorney, took to social media to give his explanation for the president’s Twitter use, which on Friday included retweets of compliments from his supporters and comprised of 18 tweets between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. and another 18 between 11 p.m. and midnight, according to the Trump Twitter archive. The flurry included a retweet of a conspiracy theory about links between the son of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Ukraine, in which Trump wrote, “Wow Crazy Nancy, what’s going on?...
The report lists his cause of death as “Cardiopulmonary arrest complicating law enforcement subdual, restraint, and neck compression.” In layman’s terms, the medical examiner said Floyd died from a sudden failure in his heart’s ability to pump blood to his brain due to the stress put on his body by the arresting officer pressing upon his neck. The autopsy report mentions that Floyd also had traces of fentanyl, THC (a chemical compound found in cannabis), morphine and methamphetamine in his system....
On the one-year anniversary of Kavanaugh making his way onto the Supreme Court, which came after a contentious confirmation process, students rallied in Washington, D.C. On Sunday, they put pressure on university administrators and Congress. “We’re here today to tell Congress there’s no place for predators on our courts … and most importantly it’s time to put Brett Kavanaugh out on the street,” Cassidy Pollard, a member of Mason for Survivors, a student organization, said....
He finished with 25 points and seven assists. But he also finished with a splitting headache and a lot less blood than when the game started. MORE: Niang loves pressure | Big 12 Tournament | Tournament Week scoreboard It doesn't look that bad on the replay, but check out this screenshot. That's got to hurt. As Niang walked off the court with a towel covering his eye, he pumped his right arm in the air, much like former Cyclones coach Johnny Orr was known to do entering the court at Hilton Coliseum....
“D’Vauntes has decided to enter the NBA Draft,” head coach John Thompson III said in a release. “He has given a great deal to this program and we will do everything we can to help him pursue his goals.” NBA Draft entrees: Louisville duo | Florida’s Frazier | Georgia State’s R.J. Hunter Smith-Rivera lead the Hoyas in scoring this season, averaging 16.3 points per game. He was also named to the All-Big East first team and led his team to the Round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament....
The touchdown was impressive on two fronts — not only Nazir Stackhouse getting his hands to block Damian Ramos’ 32-yard kick, but also Christopher Smith having the wherewithal to pick up a live ball. MORE: Bowl projections through championship weekend Smith caught LSU’s special teams unawares, and that resulted in an unimpeded 95-yard scoring return: It seems as if LSU’s field goal team was unaware the ball was still live and that Georgia could return it....
The former home of the Atlanta Falcons and the SEC Championship, is scheduled to be imploded Monday morning. It will take only 12 seconds for the 4,800 pounds of explosives and six miles of detonating cord to bring the structure down, according to WSB-TV. In its 25 years of operation, the Georgia Dome hosted several historic sporting events, including the Olympics, the Super Bowl and the Final Four. The Georgia Dome has hosted the SEC Championship Game for 21 years....
Kemp has yet to fully accept Trump’s ongoing election fraud claims, and Trump’s smear campaign of Kemp resembles how Trump targeted other state Republican party officials who did not try to overturn his loss. “He wants to torpedo Brian Kemp,” said James Hall, a state Republican Party committee member from Savannah. At the rally in Perry, Trump repeatedly called Kemp “a disaster,” and suggested that he’d prefer Democrat Stacey Abrams as governor....
Nick Chubb clutched a ready-made newspaper that declared Georgia the “SEC champs!” and waved to the red-and-black-clad crowd still hollering inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey bumped into Smart at midfield for a quick handshake. But it’s what the second-year coach saw on the podium that reinforced what No. 6 Georgia’s 28-7 victory against No. 2 Auburn on Saturday really meant. MORE: Three takeaways from Georgia’s revenge game...
Since 2012, Camden County Georgia officials have worked to build and operate the 13th licensed U.S. commercial rocket launch pad. The project has invested $10 million of local taxpayer money and has faced criticism of potential misfires damaging local wildlife or a nearby Navy base. The FAA’s approval on the project was the most recent hurdle county officials overcame after nine years of planning. The final decision on the project’s license to operate a launch site will be made in July....
Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) can occur when food does not pass normally from the mouth through the esophagus to the stomach. You may have a sensation of food sticking in the throat, chest pressure, “burning” after eating, or a feeling of choking. Dysphagia can be a symptom of GERD but also of other conditions, as well as complications of GERD. Causes of Difficulty Swallowing Several conditions can cause frequent difficulty swallowing, and this symptom should always be evaluated by a healthcare provider....
Learn about the types of physical therapy that can benefit older adults. What Is Geriatric Physical Therapy? Geriatric physical therapy is a form of physical therapy specifically geared toward older adults and their unique issues and challenges. Geriatric physical therapy takes into account that older adults tend to become less active over time, experience a decrease in muscle strength, coordination, and reaction timing, and have a lower tolerance for physical activity....
Viersen, Germany, authorities released images March 24 and said the unnamed farmer found the bomb while plowing his field on March 17. “The plow had pulled an object out of the ground and got stuck in it,” authorities said. “But the tractor driver could not see what it was in the dark. So he unlatched the stuck part of the plow and left the item in the field.” The following morning, he realized it was a bomb and called the police....
In the video, shared on TikTok on Monday by the dog’s owner, under the username rockyivanov, the German shepherd, who suffers from straight leg syndrome, can be seen impatiently unwrapping his Christmas present, getting all excited when he finds out it’s a stuffed toy that looks exactly like him. The viral post comes with a caption that reads “POV: you get your dog a ‘dog’ for Christmas and they’re instant best friends,” followed by “he’s literally so happy....
In a viral video shared to TikTok by an account called DaisygirlGSD, we can see a German shepherd standing in front of a flat-screen TV which is showing the 1961 animated movie, also known as 101 Dalmatians. The large dog, whose name is Daisy, is watching the scene where Pongo steals Roger’s hat, and is mimicking what is happening on screen. While the cartoon Dalmatian shakes the hat in his mouth, the German shepherd can be seen shaking her head and waving about a toy she is holding....
Davis (25-0, 24 KOs) last appeared in June when he stopped Mario Barrios in a 140-pound contest last June. He was originally set to face Rolando Romero but sexual assault allegations against his opponent forced him out of the fight. In his place steps in Isaac Cruz. Cruz (22-1-1, 15 KOs) is unbeaten over the past five years with victories over the likes of Francisco Vargas and Diego Magdaleno. He’s known for bringing the fight to his opponents but will he be able to withstand the massive power of the fighter affectionately known as “Tank?...
Davis gave up nearly six inches in height to Barrios, who has campaigned as a natural 140-pounder while the 26-year-old Davis has spent much of his career at 130 and 135 pounds. But in his first venture to super lightweight, Davis proved that he remains one of the most prolific knockout artists in the sport. The fight was tedious at the start as Davis and Barrios were economical with their output....
