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Episode 02 discussion: Colby Covington loses title shot, reviewing the BE Awards, McGregor’s exhibition fight bid, UFC fight bookings, and more.

He would more than double a crucial tax credit for low-income people.

Gavin Newsom, the newly inaugurated governor of California, has a big proposal for low-income people in his first budget: more than doubling the state’s Earned Income Tax Credit, or EITC. It’s a change that will put hundreds or thousands of extra dollars in the pockets of millions of poor and working-class Californians.

You might have heard of the federal EITC. It’s the largest dedicated anti-poverty program in the federal budget; in 2016... Читать дальше...

One air traffic controller said she was unable to attend her grandmother's funeral during the shutdown as she hasn't been paid for weeks.

• America's 22,790 air-traffic controllers have gone unpaid since the government shutdown began on December 22. 
• The National Air Traffic Controllers Association sued the federal government on January 11 for "unlawfully depriv(ing)" its union members of wages.
• One air traffic controller said she was unable to attend her grandmother's funeral during the shutdown as she hasn't been paid for weeks.
• Two other federal employee unions have sued the government since the shutdown commenced. Читать дальше...

A focus on rigor and realistic projects — often provided by industry partners — assures students learn a system that works

All the late news surrounding the UFC’s move of the Dec. 29 pay-per-view show from Las Vegas to Los Angeles may have inconvenienced every fighter on the show, every fan who had originally bought tickets to the show and everyone involved in putting the show on, but it doesn’t look to have been as much of a financial disaster to the UFC as was feared.

After a brutal 2017-18 season, and an injury this season, Norman Powell has bounced back and reasserted himself as a key second unit player for the Raptors.

The suspected mastermind of a scam who managed to steal some €300,000 from Cypriot craftsmen and workers seeking employment in the aftermath of the economic collapse will go directly to trial, the Larnaca district court ruled on Friday. The court scheduled the trial to begin on February 25, at the Larnaca-Famagusta criminal court. Tunisian Mohamet […]

Royals like Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, The Queen, and even Prince William have worn some extravagant hats.

Royals like Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, and even Prince William have worn some extravagant hats.

Landmark Riverside Park Phase II Danzishi Old Street was a comprehensive cultural commercial experience that bridges the old and new, the oriental and western. Chongqing Landmark Riverside Danzishi Old Street received a plaque at its opening ceremony on 1 June 2018, where it was officially certified as an AAAA Class national scenic area. It was the first 4A scenic area to receive the honour under the theme of ‘port culture and Grade 9 hill slope forms’.

An alanine aminotransferase (ALT) test helps doctors diagnose problems with the liver, such as hepatitis or liver disease. Learn more about the ALT blood test in this article.

1. Government shutdown: How much longer can Mitch McConnell sit it out?  Los Angeles Times
2. US House passes bill to reopen some agencies shut down in wall fight  AOL
3. As shutdown drags on, McConnell heads home to Kentucky, leaving Democrats angry  CNN
4. Republican House minority still can lead  Washington Examiner
5. Congress Approves Backpay For Federal Workers Affected By Government Shutdown  HuffPost
6. View full coverage on Google News

Oil is officially back in a bull market as confidence grows over both the global economy and the willingness of OPEC+ to adhere to its production cut agreement. (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge)Friday, January 11th, 2019 Oil entered a bull market this week, having gained 20 percent since the low point reached in December. WTI rose above $52 per barrel, while Brent moved above $61. Читать дальше...

OPEC producer Angola is putting the finishing touches on its first oil licensing round in eight years, hoping to replace dwindling production at some maturing fields and seeing renewed investor appetite in its oil industry, Angola’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Petroleum Diamantino Pedro Azevedo told S&P Global Platts in an interview published on Friday. Angola is preparing a strategy for onshore and offshore oil and gas blocks licensing for the period 2019 through 2025, Azevedo said. After the oil price crash of 2014... Читать дальше...

1. Driver crashed into another car while participating in the 'Bird Box Challenge'  KXXV News Channel 25
2. Blindfolded Utah Teen Crashes Car Doing The 'Bird Box' Challenge  HuffPost
3. The First Dumb Meme Accident of 2019 Is Here  Gizmodo
4. Utah Driver Participating in Viral ‘Bird Box Challenge’ Crashes Vehicle While Blindfolded: Police  KTLA Los Angeles
5. Police: Driver in Utah crash was doing ‘Bird Box’ challenge | WPXI  WPXI Pittsburgh
6. View full coverage on... Читать дальше...

We got a question last week from a reader asking us about the best apps for tracking newborn feedings and diaper changes. To which my initial response was, “Apps? I used a yellow legal pad.” But then I remembered that was eight years ago, which might as well be 50 years as far as technology for new parents is…

1. Ahead of Brooklyn card, ESPN airs three hours of UFC content – including Khabib-McGregor replay  MMAjunkie
2. How every UFC weight class title will be decided over the next year  ESPN
3. John Lineker & Ion Cutelaba removed from respective fights at UFC Brooklyn due to injury  Bloody Elbow
4. Ion Cutelaba seeks quick rebooking with Glover Teixeira after UFC on ESPN+ 1 withdrawal  MMAjunkie
5. The Great Divide: Which three current UFC champions have the toughest road ahead in 2019? Читать дальше...

This morning we all got a bit of news regarding our open catcher position, and it has nothing to do with the Marlins. Instead, we find out that an old friend will be coming back home. According to Canadian Sportsnet journalist Arash Madani, Russell Martin has been traded to the Dodgers, via twitter:

BREAKING: Per MLB sources, the Blue Jays are trading Russell Martin to the LA Dodgers.

More to come...

Andy Cannon could be handed his Pompey debut against  Blackpool.

Even when they’re not moving, you see e-scooters everywhere, says Shawn Micallef of the sunny California city.

• The royal family has become known for their extravagantly over-the-top hats.
• Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, and Queen Elizabeth II have all donned some iconic pieces.
• Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice wore some of the most popular hats to Middleton's royal wedding in April 2011.

The royal family members are among some of the biggest style influencers in the world, and their hats and fascinators are a major staple in their wardrobe. 

Unlike some sportspeople, Olympian Jane Flemming didn’t struggle with life after her career as an elite athlete ended.

MINI’S first plug-in hybrid wraps hot hatch get-up-and-go in a green mantle. The Cooper S E Countryman All4, due to reach Australia in March or April, is a speedy little SUV that’s also a part-time electric vehicle.

The artists’ 2013 duet “Do What U Want” was made because of, not in spite of, its creepy subtext—as are more and more works in the wake of #MeToo.