Canada (1st, 28 points) was the first team to mathematically qualify on the penultimate day, and it also finished atop the group against all predictions. The Canadian men are going to their first World Cup since 1986. Mexico (2nd, 28 points) and the USA (3rd, 25 points) followed suit, claiming the other two automatic berths to Qatar by finishing in second and third. The USA only made it by virtue of their superior goal difference over Costa Rica....

“I think some of (those concerns) are overblown,” defensive end Jason Jones said, via MLive.com. “I think so. I just think with the caliber of player (Haloti) Ngata is … I don’t think he’s a slouch. So.” MORE: NFL’s legendary sack masters | Who’s battling for playing time in the NFC North? Ngata has played in five Pro Bowls in his career, but at age 31 and nursing a strained hamstring he has a way to go in replacing not just Suh, but also Nick Fairley, George Johnson and C....

Outsourcing concierges is becoming popular, especially at midtier hotels. Workers from outside companies like Expedia wear hotel uniforms and do all that traditional concierges do. Those in the industry differ on whether that’s a good thing. Howard Lefkowitz, president of Vegas.com, which staffs the desks at Las Vegas hotels like Excalibur and Bally’s, says outsourcing gives guests better service. But contract concierges aren’t allowed to join les Clés D’or, the professional association of concierges....

Condylox is available in a 0.5% gel form and a 0.5% liquid solution. What Is Condylox Used For? Condylox 0.5% gel is used for the topical treatment of anogenital warts (external genital warts and perianal warts). Condylox 0.5% solution is indicated for external genital warts only. Neither dosage form is approved for use on mucous membrane warts. Brand Name: Condylox Drug Availability: Prescription Therapeutic Classification: Keratolytic Available Generically: Yes...

On Friday morning, Jaguars players and coaches joined a peaceful march as part of the Black Lives Matter protests. When the march reached Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Conley spoke passionately about the need for justice and social reforms, before warning reminders of an era of racial divide remained prominent around the city. “A confederate monument sits a couple of blocks from here, praising the south’s dark past,” he said, singling out a monument to confederate soldiers in Hemming Park in downtown Jacksonville....

You can read more about tonight’s semi-final action here and our preview of tonight's conference quarterfinals here.Big 12: Iowa State vs. Kansas (-3.5, 156), 7 p.m. ESPNU Both teams were put to the test – but ended up covering as short favorites – in typically competitive Big 12 games yesterday at Sprint Center. Iowa State (-3.5) got by Kansas State 91-85, while Kansas backers were fortunate to cash, as it took the Jayhawks, 3-point favorites, overtime to beat Oklahoma State....

The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Survey hit 130.7 in February, up slightly from 130.4 in January as Americans shrugged off the impeachment saga that hung over voters since the president’s alleged misconduct first emerged publicly in September. But the reading was shy of the 132 that analysts were forecasting. The Present Situation Index, which is based on consumers’ assessment of current business and labor market conditions, decreased from 173.9 to 165....

California wildfires have burned tens of thousands of acres over recent weeks, with more than 72 percent of fires being contained as of Saturday. There have been at least three confirmed casualties linked to the fires thus far, and thousands people have been forced to flee their homes, hundreds of which have been destroyed. In updates posted to Facebook overnight, the Cal Fire Department for Forestry and Fire Protection said the ongoing Maria and Kincade fires covered more than 87,000 acres combined, and were 70 percent and 78 percent contained respectively....

The Senate and House Armed Services committees unveiled the 2023 version of the NDAA this week, which still needs to be voted on. The bill is a whopping 4,408 pages of dense bureaucratic language, covering everything from pay raises for troops and arms purchases to the initiation of research and development programs for the next generation of weapons. If passed, the 2023 NDAA would authorize $10 billion of defense aid to Taiwan, add five F-35s to the Air Force’s fleet and allow the Pentagon to buy 15 Arleigh Burke-class destroyers....

The bill contains proposals for three sites along the National Mall for the construction of a Global War on Terror Memorial, to honor soldiers who have served in the wars started in response to the 9/11 attacks. It also includes $75.3 million to operate the Armed Forces Retirement Home facilities in Washington, D.C. and Gulfport, Mississippi and a 2.7 percent pay raise for service members and Defense Department staff....

Rep. McClain voted by proxy last Tuesday and Wednesday in a letter seen by Newsweek where she said she was “unable to physically attend proceedings in the House Chamber due to the ongoing public health emergency.” Newsweek saw House clerk documents that showed Rep. McClain opted to cast an a vote remotely by proxy when she was in southern Texas as former President Donald Trump railed against the Democrats’ handling of the ongoing border crisis....

The Gamecocks were clinging to a 21-20 win against Tennessee. But that lead didn't last. Tennessee's Michael Palardy kicked two fourth quarter field goals—the final one from 19 yards on the game's final play as the Vols stunned the 11th-ranked Gamecocks. MORE: Live updates | Week 8 photos | Upsets (GIF via Buzzfeed Sports) Shaw was just 8 of 22 passing after a slow start, but had 167 yards with a TD and interceptions....

Volkanovski looks poised for a massive showdown against new lightweight champ Islam Makhachev, with the clash likely slated for the company’s return to Australia in February for UFC 284. The 34-year-old Shellharbour native will be gunning to join an elite group of fighters that includes McGregor, Daniel Cormier, Amanda Nunes and Henry Cejudo, with the possibility of becoming a simultaneous double-champ well within his grasp. But during a trademark night on Twitter for the Irishman, McGregor made a stack of wild posts that included a shot at the reigning featherweight champion and his likely next opponent....

While constipation can affect anyone, the underlying causes can be different in people with MS. Not only is constipation more likely to be persistent or recurrent, but it can often be very painful. This article takes a look at the causes of constipation in people with MS, as well as the ways that this common but frustrating symptom can be treated or prevented. Symptoms of Constipation With MS The symptoms of constipation in people with MS are really no different than constipation in anyone else....

Today, China is working to burnish its image by providing medical assistance to countries stricken by coronavirus. When the pandemic subsides, Beijing will likely present itself as a partner for economic recovery. Yet just as Chinese medical equipment has often turned out to be faulty, its approach to economic recovery in the future may come with unseen risks of waste, corruption and political manipulation. For seven years now, China has been promoting its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a trillion-dollar network of loosely connected infrastructure and economic projects around the world....

Marko Arnautovic gave the Hammers the lead after just six minutes and that proved to be the crucial goal, as David Moyes’ men held on for a 1-0 London derby win. Chelsea were afforded a lot of the ball throughout and put their hosts under significant pressure, but they struggled to find a way through West Ham’s packed defence. And that result leaves them 11 points behind pacesetters Manchester City, a figure which could be increased after Sunday’s Manchester derby....

The Spain international bagged a brace and was booked in an all-action display, but his manager was left unhappy as referee Andre Marriner failed to punish the Swans defense for its perceived rugged handling of the forward. Costa was fouled seven times throughout the game, tied for the most for a player in a single Premier League match this season, while he committed only one foul. “I can tell you that Diego Costa, from the first minute to 94 minutes, he took a lot of kicks,” Conte told Sky Sports....

Videos taken from behind the dugout at Stamford Bridge showed Conte hauling Angelo Alessio down the touchline by his coat after a breakdown in their set-piece marking. Conte reveals how he dealt with Costa The Blues were comfortable 3-1 winners on Saturday, all but ending Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes, but Conte admitted Alessio was often the victim of his pursuit of perfection. Conte told Sky Sport Italia: “When I see something that isn’t going right, I am capable of murdering anyone!...

Lawler (27-10) defeated Condit (30-9) by split decision (48-47, 48-47, 47-48) to retain the UFC welterweight championship. MORE: Reviewing UFC 195 | Tyron Woodley next vs. Lawler | Underdogs of 2016 The fight was an instant classic, but not everyone was happy with the result. The general consensus afterwards was that Condit decisively won the first and fourth rounds, while Lawler took the second and fifth. The third round was the sticking point....

Darla Miles, a reporter for WABC Channel 7 in New York, was at Port Authority Bus Terminal earlier this week, reporting on an overturned truck that had resulted in serious service interruptions and gridlock around the Lincoln Tunnel. At one point, Miles was discussing the effect of the crash on rush hour traffic when a man starts to walk between her and the camera. At that point, she put her arm out to block the man while seamlessly continuing her story....