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Liverpool reached the Champions League final after riding their luck to contain a fired-up AS Roma in a 4-2 defeat at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday that sent them through 7-6 on aggregate. Liverpool, who will face Real Madrid in the final on May 26, twice took the lead but were forced to hang on in the second half as Roma created a string of good chances before Radja Nainggolan's two late goals put them ahead on the night. Liverpool's Sadio Mane was their most potent attacking threat and gave them the lead after nine minutes... Читать дальше...

A late slump left U.S. stocks mostly lower on Wednesday as investors appeared to grow more concerned about the possibility of rising interest rates. Apple climbed after a solid quarterly report and a forecast for strong iPhone sales. On Wednesday: The S&P 500 index skidded 19.13 points, or 0.7 percent, to 2,635.67. The Dow Jones industrial average fell 174.07 points, or 0.7 percent, to 23,924.98. The Nasdaq composite sank 29.81 points, or 0.4 percent, to 7,100.90. The Russell 2000 index of smaller-company stocks rose 4.58 points... Читать дальше...

RASPRAVA O NOVOM STATUTU - Novi stranački Statut bio je jedna od glavnih tema sjednice Predsjedništva i Nacionalnog vijeća HDZ-a održane u srijedu kasno poslijepodne.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A low unemployment rate and the spreading legalization of marijuana have led many businesses to rethink their drug testing policies for the first time in decades. A small but increasing number are simply no longer testing for pot. For small businesses, however, how to handle these challenges may be a tougher call than for bigger corporations. There is a bewildering patchwork of state laws regarding medical and recreational marijuana use. And it's still illegal under federal law. Читать дальше...

WASHINGTON (AP) — A low unemployment rate and the spreading legalization of marijuana have led many businesses to rethink their drug testing policies for the first time in decades. A small but increasing number are simply no longer testing for pot. For small businesses, however, how to handle these challenges may be a tougher call than for bigger corporations. There is a bewildering patchwork of state laws regarding medical and recreational marijuana use. And it's still illegal under federal law. Читать дальше...

For those of you who aren’t A’s fans, catcher Bruce Maxwell was arrested this off-season after a delivery driver told the police a highly intoxicated Maxwell answered the door by pointing a gun to her face. Maxwell was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and disorderly conduct. That being said, I decided to interview a pizza delivery guy in order to figure out the typical responses when knocking on a strangers door:

What are the qualities and conditions that enable people to become successful peacemakers? At a time when peace seems elusive and conflict endemic, Bruce Jentleson makes a forceful and inspiring case for the continued relevance of statesmanship and diplomacy and provides practical guidance to 21st-century leaders seeking lessons from some of history's most accomplished negotiators, activists, and trailblazers.

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• A majority of airline passengers share the same pet peeves when it comes to their fellow flight-mates.
• The top things that people find most annoying are barefoot passengers, seat kickers, and overly chatty or loud travelers.
• Other annoyances include inattentive parents, those who drink excessively on the flight, and complainers.

When you're squished into a tin can with hundreds of other people at 35,000 feet, there’s... Читать дальше...

See all goals and highlights of the second leg of the semifinal.

FULL TIME — THE MATCH ENDS AND KLOPP IS BRINGING LIVERPOOL BACK TO THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL.

90 + 4’ — GOAL ROMA SCORED BY NAINGGOLAN, 4-2, (6-7 aggregate). Nainggolan gets his second of the day when he fires a penalty straight down the middle past Karius.

90 + 3’ — PENALTY TO ROMA. Of course. What else does this game need? A ball over the top is cut back and bounces up to the hand of Klavan, who is called for a hand ball and a penalty awarded. Читать дальше...

Goals from Sadio Mane and Georginio Wijnaldum meant Liverpool were able to keep Roma's Champions League semi-final fightback at bay.

Liverpool steht erstmals seit elf Jahren wieder im Finale der Fußball-Champions-League. Den Reds reichte ein 2:4 (2:1) bei der AS Roma am Mittwochabend für den Einzug ins Endspiel. Nach dem 5:2 im Hinspiel waren die Engländer im Stadio Olimpico nie wirklich in Gefahr. Im Finale am 26. Mai in Kiew trifft Liverpool auf Titelverteidiger Real Madrid.

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• Donald Trump and Kanye West's budding internet bromance has inspired controversy and speculation.
• The two share one major trait in regards to their daily habits.
• Both the president and the rapper reportedly don't read many books.

Donald Trump and Kanye West have embarked on a Twitter bromance for the ages.

The rap artist took to social media to declare his love for Trump, adding that they both have "dragon energy" ... Читать дальше...

Colombia has located and exhumed the bodies of 9,000 people killed by far-right paramilitary groups during the country's decades-long civil war, judicial officials said Wednesday.

Jockey Mike Smith and trainer Bob Baffert have won lots of big races together the last few years, and now send out Justify in the Kentucky Derby

Soldiers have engaged Boko Haram insurgents in a gunfight at Auno, a community in Kada local government area of Borno state. The gun battle erupted after the insurgents reportedly invaded the village with gun trucks and tricycles.

If you watching college football bowl games, you likely will be have ESPN on as the network has 35 of the 40 games, including the College Football Playoff.

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• Writing a LinkedIn recommendation comes with a certain amount of pressure.
• Your coworker may be relying on you to help them get a new job, and because LinkedIn recommendations are public, what you write reflects back on you, too.
• Business Insider asked experts to provide some tips and samples help get the job done.

At some point in your career, a coworker may ask you to write them a LinkedIn recommendation. And believe it or not... Читать дальше...

GUTHRIE, Okla. – Three juveniles were arrested after a break-in occurred at Guthrie High School overnight. A custodian who was reporting for work just after 6 a.m. Wednesday, called the Guthrie Police Department after finding broken glass near the counseling office. The three juveniles, all males, made their way into the school, in an unknown way, and then allegedly “broke numerous windows near door handles and went through several classrooms and offices,” according to the Guthrie News Page. The... Читать дальше...

Square Inc. shares fell more than 6% in the extended session Wednesday after the company released first-quarter earnings. Square stock closed up nearly 1% to $48.66 during the regular session. The payments company reported first-quarter net losses of $24 million, or losses of 6 cents a share, compared with losses of $15.1 million, or losses of 4 cents a share, in the year-ago period. Adjusted earnings were 6 cents a share. Revenue rose to $668.6 million from $461.6 million in the year-ago period. Читать дальше...

SEOUL — China’s foreign minister arrived in North Korea’s capital on Wednesday and could meet with leader Kim Jong Un while trying to ensure a larger role for Beijing in the new round of nuclear diplomacy with Pyongyang that had been driven by Seoul and Washington. Wang Yi’s visit came days after Kim and South Korean President Moon Jae-in vowed to work toward the “complete denuclearization” of the Korean Peninsula, though they did not mention specific plans or timetables. ... Читать дальше...

A man has been sentenced to death after a jury convicted him of abducting, raping and murdering an 8-year-old girl in Florida.

CONCORD, NC (Apr. 30, 2018) – Officials from the Rocky Mountain Legend Racing Association (RMLRA) and LegendsNation.com announced today the upcoming Rumble In The Rockies National Qualifier Series, a Memorial Day tripleheader event, will air live on LegendsNation TV. The 3-day trek through Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado will consist of three national qualifying events and an increased […]

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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will no longer make any public appearances until their wedding on May 19.
• In the meantime, the couple is preparing for their nuptials in various ways, including practicing their first dance and trying their wedding cake.
• Prince Harry has been hitting the gym and adopting Markle's clean eating lifestyle, while Markle is most likely meeting with her bridal party for dress fittings.

Prince Harry and... Читать дальше...

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• One of President Donald Trump's most trusted black advisers wants the president to hold a summit on race relations at the White House with rapper Kanye West. 
• Darrell Scott, a pastor from Cleveland, is reportedly scheduled to meet with the president on Thursday to discuss his proposal for the summit, which would also include other prominent artists and athletes.
• West has generated numerous headlines recently over his controversial tweets and public statements... Читать дальше...