SF Giants name Randy Winn vice president of player development
Winn, 50, played with the Giants from 2005-09 and has worked for the organization since 2012

Winn, 50, played with the Giants from 2005-09 and has worked for the organization since 2012
An international research team has uncovered a new mechanism crucial to the production of cellular proteins. When this mechanism is disrupted, the blueprints used by the cell to produce proteins are inaccurately edited through a process called splicing. The study sheds light on how specific mutations may lead to the retinal disease retinitis pigmentosa. Importantly, these findings could also open the door to new diagnostic tests and treatments for a range of other diseases, including certain cancers, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's.
An international team of researchers has uncovered evidence of partial resistance to artemisinin derivatives -- the primary treatment for malaria -- in young children with severe malaria.
Israel and France drew 0-0 in a Nations League match at Paris's Stade de France under tight security. Around 4,000 police and 1,600 civilian personnel patrolled to prevent fan violence after recent attacks. Stewards intervened to prevent clashes between Israeli and French supporters.
Researchers have linked disease-related proteins and genes to identify specific cellular pathways responsible for Alzheimer's genesis and progression. The proteins were gathered from cerebrospinal fluid and are a good proxy for activity in the brain. Several of them may be potential targets for therapies.
New research has found that certain types of medication used to treat diabetes may be effective in reducing alcohol use. The study looked at whether a type of diabetes medication, called GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), could also be used to help people cut down on drinking.
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League Two clash between Crewe Alexandra and Notts County, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
The Penguins have assigned rookie goalie Joel Blomqvist to their Wilkes-Barre/Scranton farm club. In a pair of corresponding moves, they recalled forwards Vasily Ponomarev and Matt Nieto from the Baby Pens.
Читать дальше...Erie Port Authority Receives $18M for Parade St. Support Project
Soon, all 17 elementary schools in the Norman Public Schools District will have STEAM labs.
A Winnipeg driver was in the right place at the right time when a paratransit van caught fire Thursday morning.
England interim boss Lee Carsley reveals the reason behind his decision to select Ollie Watkins over Harry Kane for the 3-0 win over Greece in the UEFA Nations League.
AST SpaceMobile has signed new launch deals that will put a total of 60 new satellites into orbit over the next two years. This will complete its commercial network and enable the company to provide continuous cellular coverage from space over the whole United States, Europe, Japan, and other strategic markets globally. Blue Origin joins SpaceX and India's ISRO in providing launch services for AST. Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket will be able carry up to eight of AST's Block 2 BlueBird satellites per launch. Читать дальше...
Thanksgiving could not be any later than it is this year.
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (WIVB) — You can't spell championship without CSP. Clymer/Sherman/Panama, the top-ranked Class D football team in the state, retained its sectional title with a 33-8 romp over Franklinville/Ellicottville on Thursday night at Highmark Stadium. Senior quarterback Tate Catanese rushed for 76 yards and two touchdowns, with scoring passes to Carter Brink and [...]
For most of her career, Tulsi was outspoken about progressive issues like protecting abortion rights and banning assault weapons. Now, she's a Trump supporter.
Читать дальше...The festive lights, a tradition for over 60 years, have been illuminated with a Chanel No. 5 installation.
Republic of Ireland keeper Caoimhin Kelleher says he wants to keep improving after impressing in the 1-0 win over Finland in the Nations League.
Republic of Ireland keeper Caoimhin Kelleher says he wants to keep improving after impressing in the 1-0 win over Finland in the Nations League.
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British Columbia's chief veterinarian has told clinics that treat wild birds that they must establish protocols to prevent the spread of avian flu, warning of the risk of human exposure to the illness.
The oldest living member of the imperial family, Princess Yuriko died due to complications related to pneumonia.
If you're feeling sad and lonely, there's a service Deadpool can render: another deleted scene from the hit R-rated Marvel comedy.
President Trump announced on Thursday that he has chosen his personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as Deputy Attorney General.
Читать дальше...A college football player from Poland has died after a wrong-way car crash late on Tuesday night in Missouri. The QB was the lone victim and was pronounced dead at the scene