When Johnny Cueto exited Tuesday’s matchup against Los Angeles with a strained groin after 5 1/3 innings, it figured to only be a matter of time before the Dodgers offense woke up against the Giants’ embattled bullpen, which has been at the root of the club’s second-half collapse with a franchise-worse 29 blown saves. Needing a win to keep pace with the Cardinals in the NL wild-card race and end a three-game losing streak, the Giants were able to give Cueto his 17th win of the season thanks to consecutive shutout frames from Steven Okert, Will Smith and Sergio Romo in the 2-0 victory....

According to manager Bruce Bochy, a recent CT scan showed Aoki’s fibula is 80 percent healed. The outfielder and leadoff batter was recently given clearance to begin a rehab assignment and is expected to play five innings for Triple-A Sacramento on Tuesday and seven innings on Wednesday. If Aoki has a successful rehab stint, he could return to the active roster in a matter of days. Aoki, 33, signed a one-year, $4 million contract with a team option worth $5....

“I am sad to say that our mother has passed away,” John Mara, Ann’s son and the Giants’ president and chief executive officer, said via the team’s website. “She has been the leader of our family in every way, and we will miss her dearly. MORE: Bettis, Seau headline HOF class | Seau to Hall comes with chilling reminder | NFL Awards recap “She slipped in front of her home (in Rye, N....

Bumgarner crushed his fifth home run of the season against Jeff Locke of the Pirates and has now hit the most home runs in a season by a pitcher since Carlos Zambrano hit six in 2006 . MORE: 10 greatest Giants players of all time | Marking 50th anniversary of infamous Juan Marichal brawl Your browser does not support iframes.

Ibrahimovic has starred since arriving from Paris Saint-Germain, scoring 16 Premier League goals and 27 in total for United, who are struggling to finish in the top four having drawn 12 matches and nine at Old Trafford following the 1-1 stalemate against Everton last time out. Mou: Chicharito would score 20 with Utd The 35-year-old, however, has lacked support up front with midfielder Juan Mata (10) the only other play to reach double figures for Jose Mourinho’s men....

United asserted itself over Norwich after a tedious start, with Wayne Rooney scoring twice — the first from the penalty spot — and Juan Mata also netting a brace after coming off the bench to complete a 4-0 win in the English Premier League. "I should retire now, a 100 percent record," Giggs quipped. The 40-year-old midfielder, who dropped himself from the match-day squad, is likely to have just three more games as player-manager, with United looking to appoint a more experienced successor to Moyes....

In a series of Instagram Stories, the American-Palestinian supermodel expressed her sadness and frustration after violence erupted following the threatened eviction of Palestinian families from a Jerusalem neighborhood. Tensions have risen sharply in recent days ahead of the now-delayed Israeli court ruling on whether authorities were able to evict dozens of Palestinians from the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood, outside the Old City, and give their homes to Jewish settlers. The model, 26, has regularly used her platform to show support for Palestine and has been increasingly vocal about the cause in recent years along with her sister Bella Hadid....

The gunman, identified by police as 19-year-old Santino William Legan, injured 15 people and killed three others, including a 6-year-old boy being he was shot and killed by Gilroy police. In the aftermath, screenshots began circulating on social media of the Instagram account @santino_williamlegan, which has been removed by Instagram. Writer and actress Amanda Duarte tweeted a screenshot of a post apparently by Legan of Smokey Bear and promoting a white supremacist book from 1980....

Here’s what to know to recognize what may be causing fluid underneath the retina and the steps you need to take for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Causes of Fluid Behind the Retina More than one thing can cause fluid to build up behind the retina. So it’s important to take a closer look to determine the reason in your case. Macular Edema With macular edema, fluid builds up in an area of the retina known as the macula....

The Flyers were scheduled to play the Predators on Dec. 27 and flew to Nashville a day early. The trip violated the CBA, however, because teams are prohibited from traveling from Dec. 24-26. MORE: Jagr dazzles with record hat trick | Blackhawks lose Verteeg | All-Star voting update The flight was prohibited by Article 16.5(b) of the CBA, which reads: “December 24, Christmas Day, and December 26 shall be off-days for all purposes, including travel, and no Club may request a Player’s consent to practice on such days for any reason, provided, however, if December 26 falls on a Saturday and the League has scheduled NHL Games on such date, December 23 may be substituted as an off-day for all purposes, including travel, instead of December 26....

Fortunately, food poisoning doesn’t occur that frequently, as most cases of diarrhea and vomiting in kids are caused by simple viral infections that kids get in daycare or school. Still, food poisoning is common, as the CDC estimates that there are about 48 million cases of food poisoning in the United States each year. Although most of these cases are mild, about 128,000 people with food poisoning are hospitalized and 3,000 die each year....

Some foods that seem harmless or even healthy can raise your blood sugar or cause inflammation. That’s dangerous if you have diabetes. On the other hand, some foods reduce inflammation and lower your risk for heart disease. Knowing how foods affect you can help you avoid diabetes-related complications. This article reviews types of foods to avoid if you have diabetes or prediabetes. You’ll learn why these foods are harmful and what you should eat instead....

Fiber-Rich Foods Following a diet high in fiber-rich foods helps protect against constipation, according to the National Institutes of Health. By consuming 20 to 35 grams of fiber daily, you can help your digestive system form soft, bulky stools that are easy to pass. The American Academy of Family Healthcare providers recommends slowly increasing your intake of high-fiber foods in order to prevent bloating, cramping and gas. Foods high in fiber include whole grains such as brown rice, barley, and quinoa, certain vegetables and fruits (especially dried fruits), flaxseeds, and legumes such as beans and lentils....

Foot pain can impact the entire foot or just parts of the foot, such as the heel, arch, or toes. This article presents 10 of the most common reasons for foot pain. It talks about their symptoms, causes, and how they are diagnosed. It will also help you to learn more about treating foot pain. Plantar Fasciitis The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. This is irritation and inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of connective tissue that spans the sole of the foot....

The Republic of Ireland international was found guilty of attacking former car park attendant Anthony Bradley in Buck Whaleys nightclub on Leeson Street in Dublin on June 8, 2013. Transfer window winners and losers Although Stokes avoided jailtime, the 28-year-old was forced to pay €30,000 to the 53-year-old for breaking his nose and two of his teeth in the incident. During the court case, Bradley revealed that he had lost his job following the assault, after suffering physical and psychological effects....

SoccerCity SD, a group led by U.S. soccer legend Landon Donovan, has asked supporters of the project to choose from 100 potential names on an online poll. Donovan retires for real this time Donovan and Co., who are looking to bring MLS to San Diego, have narrowed the list down to 20 potential names, with ‘Footy McFooty Face’ leading the way. Yes, the San Diego Footy McFooty Face may be playing against your favorite club one day…...

In a new October article published by the New England Journal of Medicine, there were three main arguments for enrolling incarcerated people in vaccine trials: Vaccine trials would offer incarcerated people early access to a potentially effective vaccine. It would give incarcerated people an opportunity to participate in medical research that is not offered to people in prison. It could potentially shorten the amount of time needed to study and develop a successful vaccine....

But fans and observers who remain skeptical about the wisdom of Rose participating with USA Basketball in this year’s World Cup, slated to kick off on Aug. 30, were given more ammunition when Rose was held out of Wednesday’s exhibition against the Dominican Republic at Madison Square Garden. That came on the heels of Rose missing practice this week because of soreness in the knee. The official reason for Rose’s absence was normal soreness....