Army Corps To Open Dams To Stem Houston Flooding

Army Corps To Open Dams To Stem Houston Flooding

31.08.2017

As we've previously noted , Addicks and Barker were classified as two of the most risky dams in the United States as of 2009, and while the Corps has done some repairs since then, issues about the soundness of the structures have remained, which is part of why the Corps went ahead and started releasing water, something it has never ordered during an ongoing rain event since the reservoirs were first constructed more than 70 years ago.

Chelsea close on Fernando Llorente

Chelsea close on Fernando Llorente

31.08.2017

The veteran Spaniard played under Conte at Juventus and is seen as the flawless back-up for club-record signing Morata. He is yet to play this season due to an arm injury but he remains an integral part of Paul Clement's plans for next season.

Celtic return was Roberts' decision

Celtic return was Roberts' decision

31.08.2017

That was my thinking. "Going into training today it doesn't feel like I've been anywhere at all", he said. "I won't wish him all the best because, obviously, we'll be going out there to win against them". I think it gathered from previous year, I'd a good end to the season and obviously that helped with things, and when things were getting decided obviously a big factor for me was playing for these fans at this club, so I'm glad to be back and like I said, can't wait to get going again.

Blue Jays no match for Sale, Red Sox

Blue Jays no match for Sale, Red Sox

31.08.2017

With Chris Sale on the mound, the Boston Red Sox always have plenty of wind at their back. Sale has now twice responded to his frightful starts against the Indians with brilliant performances. "Opened a lot of eyes". Davis snapped that streak with a two-out single in the sixth before stealing second and scoring on Nunez's double for the first run of the game.

Ahmad Brooks is Now a Green Bay Packer

Ahmad Brooks is Now a Green Bay Packer

31.08.2017

Louie Benjamin of Pro Football Focus ranked the Packers' front seven 16th overall heading into this season, nothing they "lack a difference-maker at linebacker". Perry's ankle injury is reported to be the least serious, while Matthews' mystery injury is yet to be discussed by head coach Mike McCarthy. However, that experiment hasn't come to fruition, as linebackers Jayrone Elliott and Kyler Fackrell , who were sought to fill the void, combined for just five tackles in three preseason ...

Daniel Ricciardo Thinks Max Verstappen Should 'Massage' His F1 Car More

Daniel Ricciardo Thinks Max Verstappen Should 'Massage' His F1 Car More

31.08.2017

Now, it seems the 19-year old Dutchman is starting to think about both the Red Bull F1's future and his place-or absence-in it. Get your free 2-week Foxtel Now trial and start watching in minutes. They pay a lot of money to come and watch the race, I then retire after only eight laps so it must be frustrating for them. "He is just enormously frustrated as you can imagine", Horner said.

Jose Mourinho confirms next Victor Lindelof start

Jose Mourinho confirms next Victor Lindelof start

31.08.2017

Three wins out of three for Manchester United , just like the start of last season. "We missed a penalty but after that I saw the team playing with confidence". According to the British media, Jose Mourinho was against this transfer until last week, however, his close relationship with Peter Lim has seen a shift in stance where the United manager is now in agreement to send the player out on loan for rest of the season.

Arsenal reject £50m from Manchester City for Sanchez

Arsenal reject £50m from Manchester City for Sanchez

31.08.2017

That is said by sources to have been influenced by the more disgruntled mood in the Arsenal dressing room towards Sanchez , as well as the fact the club need to sell before they can buy big. Sterling has enjoyed a fine start to the Premier League season, scoring two goals in his last two matches including a last-gasp victor against Bournemouth last Saturday in a 2-1 victory.

Mitrovic banned for three games after Lanzini clash

Mitrovic banned for three games after Lanzini clash

31.08.2017

The Serbia forward appeared to catch the Hammers midfielder with an elbow during his side's 3-0 win on Saturday . A club statement confirmed: 'He has until 6pm on August 30, 2017 to respond to the charge. There would then follow a hearing where the former Anderlecht striker and Newcastle United would have the opportunity to defend the charge. Rather than fight the charge, Mitrovic has opted to accept the "standard penalty" of a three-match ban, which means that the striker will miss ...

US Open: Federer beats Tiafoe in 5 sets

US Open: Federer beats Tiafoe in 5 sets

31.08.2017

Thankfully I played him in Miami this year so I have a little bit of an idea of how he plays , and his patterns and what he prefers to do and whatnot. "I understand it's a show, at the end of the day, and I enjoy that". The No. 3-seeded Federer , whose most recent of five championships at Flushing Meadows came in 2008, got broken in the first game and dropped the opening set of the topsy- turvy match.