If so, many Muscovites seem not to care. Last week Gazprom, a natural-gas monopoly controlled by the Kremlin, replaced Maksimovskaya and her NTV colleagues with a more government-friendly team–effectively silencing Russia’s only remaining independent national broadcast station. Gazprom-appointed management also took over a major newspaper and magazine (following story). But the response from the public was, for the most part, a big shrug.“All these programs and publications keep shouting that they are the only independent voices,” said Galina Moshkova, a psychologist in Moscow....

“Gone in 60 Seconds” is a pumped-up remake of a 1974 quickie of the same name. The original was made by actor/writer/director H. B. Halicki, who died that year in a car stunt while making a sequel. That one’s claim to fame was a climactic 40-minute car chase that aficionados of the genre put right up there with the chase in “Bullitt.” What’s this one’s claim to fame? Not Angelina Jolie, whose disposable role as a car mechanic/bartender/love interest gives her little to do but handle a gearshift lustily....

Nothing–not Smith’s sad history or blighted hopes, nor any kind of victim chic-can explain that act away. Yet after hearing new and compelling testimony about her tangled life, the same jury that took only 2 1/2 hours to convict Susan Smith on July 22 decided just as quickly to spare her life last week–and voted unanimously. The outcome flatly contradicts current public opinion. Now more than ever, Americans support the death penalty by striking majorities....

Ivan Tozzo has revealed that CONMEBOL officials have confirmed that the title will be posthumously bestowed upon the Brazilian side in the wake of a tragic plane crash that cost the lives of 71 people on board – including 19 players. “CONMEBOL have testified that they will crown Chapecoense as champions of the Copa Sudamericana,” Tozzo told TV Globo. “In addition, the club will receive the two million dollar prize....

Ibra is ‘running Manchester United’s dressing room’ The Under-14s star, who also doubles up as a striker, has signed a deal to join the Old Trafford club following a successful six-week trial, following two years with Connah’s Quay Nomads. Gundogan caught the eye of United scouts while playing in a friendly match against one of their age-graded sides, scoring four goals. The talented teen was selected by the North Wales development squad earlier in the campaign and is also expected to to break into Wales’ Under-16 side in the near future....

First, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Sun-Times reported Tuesday night that the Cubs were exchanging names with the Nationals on a possible deal that would send Washington right-hander Jordan Zimmermann to Chicago. About an hour later, the Chicago Tribune’s Paul Sullivan torched Wittenmyer’s reporting: And, just to break the tie, CSN Chicago’s Patrick Mooney joined in with Sullivan: MORE: Nats’ Williams named NL Manager of the Year Even before that Windy City newspaper/Internet war broke out, Mark Zuckerman of CSN Washington tweeted his skepticism....

These conditions are present at birth and can lead to complications involving skin, bones, the heart, and the nervous system. It also makes it very difficult to fight off infection. The condition is rare, but it’s considered serious because of its effects on the immune system. This article will discuss the signs, symptoms, and treatment for congenital neutropenia. Neutrophils and the White Blood Cell Count Your immune system has different components that help your body resist disease in several ways....

Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor testified before congressional investigators on Tuesday as part of the House of Representatives’ fast-moving impeachment inquiry against Trump. The diplomat outlined how the White House implemented a clear quid pro quo with Ukraine over the summer. He also explained how military aid and a meeting with Trump were contingent on Ukraine’s president publicly saying he’d investigate a debunked conspiracy theory regarding Democrats and the 2016 election, as well as unsubstantiated claims that Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden acted corruptly toward Ukraine to benefit his son Hunter Biden’s business interests there....

This article will discuss the two conditions, how they are linked, their symptoms, treatment, and more. What Is Hidradenitis Suppurativa? Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder that causes painful pus-filled nodules and abscesses to form around the hair follicles. HS lesions typically occur in the armpits, groin, abdominal folds, and breast areas. When these nodules erupt they can cause sinus tracts (tunneling under the skin) and scarring that can limit mobility....

McDavid is well aware of the anticipation surrounding his arrival and broke down each of the teams that has the best chance of landing him to the Toronto Sun. MORE: Embrace the tank, do the lottery live | NHL Awards: The Sporting News votes | Playoff results, schedules The Newmarket, Ont. native says playing for the Maple Leafs would be a dream come true, but Toronto has only a 9....

Tuesday night, the Edmonton forward netted his third and fourth goals of the year, assisted on two others and set an NHL record by having a hand in the Oilers’ first nine goals of the season. The streak ended when Darnell Nurse scored in overtime as the Oilers came back from a three-goal deficit to defeat the Winnipeg Jets 5-4. Over the course of the night, he tied and passed Andre Boudrias and Hall of Famers Aurele Joliat and Bill Cowley at six....

At a workout Friday in Las Vegas open to the media to promote UFC 202, McGregor was asked where things stood with Mayweather. In similar situations, many athletes would fall back on the clichéd, “I’m focused on my next opponent” response. Not McGregor. MORE: Holly Holm taking a break from UFC “Right now I have Floyd running around the Showtime offices gathering my money, that’s what he’s doing,” McGregor said, per Bleacher Report....

The Nevada Athletic Commission levied the fine Monday, according to MMAFighting.com. The amount is 5 percent of McGregor’s $3 million purse from the event. McGregor and his opponent at UFC 202, Nate Diaz, instigated a pre-fight quasi-melee at the Las Vegas MGM Grand in August. MORE: Check out the action from UFC 202 In addition to the hefty fine, McGregor must also reportedly serve 50 hours of community service and participate in an anti-bullying program....

At first, many people didn’t think McGregor was serious. They thought maybe it was a late April Fool’s Day joke. As of right now, it is not. Multiple sources have confirmed to Sporting News that McGregor is being serious and his announcement isn’t a hoax. The UFC has not responded to Sporting News’ requests for comment. MORE: Conor McGregor’s most notorious moments McGregor is was scheduled to headline UFC 200 in a rematch against Nate Diaz, which is set to be the biggest event in 2016....

In a clip posted to Twitter, pastor Rodney Howard-Browne, leader of the Florida-based Revival Ministries International, told his congregation that “this should be a time of supernatural sustenance, where what you have in your hand will multiply.” “And every day there will be multiplications,” he continued. “You look at your toilet paper and you think I’m going to run out of toilet paper, but you have another roll where that one was and you don’t know how did that even take place....

Chelsea striker Morata missed the target on a glorious one-on-one opportunity, had a goal controversially disallowed for offside and saw another effort impressively saved by Asmir Begovic in the first half of his side’s 1-0 away Premier League victory on Saturday. Chelsea 18/1 to win Champions League The Spain international went on to set up Eden Hazard’s second-half winner and Conte insists he was happy with his performance. Conte believes the fact his club-record signing suffered a hamstring strain in the home defeat to Manchester City before the international break is still having an impact....

The former Juventus boss this week instructed Mourinho to “think about his own team” after he referred to managers who “cry” about injury problems. However, when pressed about the idea of a simmering feud ahead of Chelsea’s game against Watford on Saturday, Conte insisted it is “stupid” to focus on the matter. Chelsea 15/2 to beat Watford 2-1 “Every manager has to talk about his job, himself, his team, his players....

The Ivorian appeared destined to be heading for the exits shortly after Pep Guardiola’s arrival at the Etihad Stadium, as he was frozen out of the fold. City chairman rules out Aguero exit He was, however, to be reintroduced midway through the 2016-17 campaign and rewarded that show of faith with seven goals in 30 appearances. The 34-year-old is now among those to have reached the end of their current contracts, but he will be given the opportunity to prolong his seven-year association with City....

Recently, his life was saved by a seatbelt. Doctors at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center worked on saving his legs. When we saw images of the car crash and Woods’ name flash across screens, many of our minds went to a dark place. First, we were scared his life was in danger. Then we remembered four years ago how his struggles with pain medication took center stage. On May 29th, 2017, at 2:03 a....

Walden School, a pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade school in West Danville, Vermont, fired Alex McGregor for writing “Let’s Go Brandon” on the school’s menu calendar. The school’s termination letter to the former head cook said that the phrase was “on school property in a location where it would easily be seen by students and staff.” They also cite him not working his entire shift for three days without an explanation as further reason to terminate his employment....