Crosby set up Dominik Simon’s slapshot for career point No. 1,080, which broke a tie with the 45-year-old NHL veteran. Crosby wasn’t done there. He picked up an assist on Evgeni Malkin’s power play goal later in the first period and registered his third helper of the night on Brian Dumoulin’s goal in the second that extended the Pittsbugh lead to 4-0. Crosby played a beautiful give-and-go with Carl Hagelin before setting up Dumoulin to score his third goal of the season....

“As the title sponsor of the Games, we unfortunately do not have input regarding other partners or promotions,” Reebok said in a statement. “While we understand CrossFit’s foundations are tied to military and first responders, we do not agree with this decision, particularly in light of current events in the United States.” MORE: NFL players shot in the past 10 years ESPN also distanced itself from the decision. “ESPN televises CrossFit but has no involvement with running the competition or the prizing,” an ESPN spokesperson told USA Today ....

Not only did McIlroy blow away the field at Quail Hollow, he did so in record fashion. On Saturday, McIlroy shot an 11-under 61 to break his own course record, birdieing nine out of 10 holes at one point in the round. On Sunday, he became the first two-time winner of the event in convincing fashion. MORE: With Rory now a vet, Spieth tops list of young stars | McIlroy’s U....

According to the indictment announced by United States Attorney Gretchen Shappert for the District of the Virgin Islands, Filipino national Louis Isom Mangampat allegedly sexually assaulted a woman while on board a cruise ship. The vessel was headed for the U.S. Virgin Islands, where Mangampat was arraigned in a federal court in the island of St. Thomas on Thursday. In Federal law the term “rape” is not used. According to the United States Department of Justice, aggravated sexual abuse refers to offences where someone (1) uses “force against another person” and thereby causes that person “to engage in a sexual act,” or (2) causes another person to engage in a sexual act “by means of threats express or implied,” or places that person in fear that any person will be “subjected to death, serious bodily injury, or kidnapping....

Technical Analysis Intraday trend - Bullish On the daily chart, the pair is trading above Tenken-sen ($43,733), Kijun-sen ($42,059), and Ichimoku Kumo cloud ($39,957). It hit an intraday high of $47,765 and is currently trading around $46,885. Major support is seen at $44,800; any drop below this level confirms intraday bearishness. A dip till $43,500/$42,500/$41,700 is possible. The immediate resistance is around $48,000, any surge past that targets $50,000/$52,000. Major bullishness can happen only if it breaks $52,000, which would make $60,000/$69,000 likely....

After Mohamed Diame scored the opener, Luka Milivojevic levelled proceedings for Palace from the penalty spot. Roy Hodgson’s men could have won the games had they buried the numerous opportunities that came their way in the second half. The forward made his 20th league appearance this season in the outing but could do little to help his side nick the maximum points. And the Coted’Ivoire international has taken to the social media to show his disappointment at the outcome of the encounter....

In late 2016, staff at the U.S. embassy in Cuba and their families started to report strange neurological problems. They would have trouble concentrating, suffered from dizziness and visual problems, and struggled balancing. They also reported ear pain. These symptoms were linked to sudden and intense loud noises they had heard in their homes and hotels. The sounds ranged in frequency and length. These “attacks” continued through to 2018. While several theories have been put forward about the origin of the sounds, the mystery remains unsolved....

President Joe Biden said the sanctions were imposed “to hold them accountable for their actions.” “This is just the beginning—the United States will continue to sanction individuals responsible for oppression of the Cuban people,” Biden said in an official statement. Support for Cuban citizens among Americans is “unwavering,” the president added. “Advancing human dignity and freedom is a top priority for my Administration, and we will work closely with our partners throughout the region, including the Organization of American States, to pressure the regime to immediately release wrongfully detained political prisoners, restore internet access, and allow the Cuban people to enjoy their fundamental rights,” Biden said....

That could make things interesting in a series that featured two blowouts in its opening two games. MORE: Most unlikely World Series heroes, now including Roberto Perez Let’s just say the over/under for this game won’t be on the low end of the spectrum. Here’s a glimpse, from a person who should know: Yeah. So, the Cubs have to be pretty happy they have Kyle Hendricks on the mound. Of the four starters who made the playoff rotation for manager Joe Maddon’s club, Hendricks gave up the fewest number of home runs (15); John Lackey allowed 23, Jon Lester allowed 21 and Jake Arrieta gave up 16....

Armstrong has spent much of the last 30 years examining religion with academic precision. But “Spiral Staircase” is a different kind of book. It’s the story of her own struggle to readjust to the secular world of Oxford in the 1960s after being cloistered. It was not an easy transition. Along the way she faced isolation, depression and unexplained fainting spells eventually diagnosed as epilepsy. Armstrong, who has written more than 15 books, has long chronicled the fault lines between the East and West, and the clash between modernity and the ancient traditions of Islam....

Almost 40 years later since their formation, Culture Club – George, bassist Mikey Craig and guitarist/keyboardist Roy Hay—are still performing and recording together following on-and-off reunions from the last few decades. On Saturday December 19, the group will be performing a special concert, Rainbow in the Dark, at the SSE Arena, Wembley, which will host 1,000 audience members and be livestreamed across the world. For Culture Club fans, the event provides a respite from the pandemic that has entirely shut down the live music industry....

Villas in Marbella. Mediterranean real-estate purchases have skyrocketed in the past two months. A near 30 percent rise amid a global recession. Please. Then there are the flashy cars–sales of Mercedeses have risen by 37 percent this year; and Audi and BMW trail not far behind. Jewelry, electrical goods, fine wine and art also top the recent European shopping lists. No one can accuse the Europeans of not having fun–or at least not taking the changeover too seriously....

The study, the first large randomized trial, according to The Lancet, for fluvoxamine that is currently used to treat severe depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder, reported that treatment with the drug in high-risk outpatients with early diagnosed COVID-19 seemed to reduce the need for continued hospitalization. The researchers found a reduction in relative risk reduction of 32 percent, almost a third, in extended hospital stays or transfer to another facility, between their patients who received fluvoxamine, compared to those who didn’t....

The model’s commission started with the blank canvas of a Phantom Extended car. A layer of Arctic White paint was used as a base color, with Rolls-Royce product specialists adding a tint of violet and fine glass particles to create a pearlescent appearance. A single coachline catches the eye on either side of the Phantom. Its design incorporates a bespoke motif that is inspired by the car’s orchid theme....

An estimated 24 million Americans lack access to high-speed internet, and many others have access but cannot afford, understand or take full advantage of the available services. Among those in poverty, a 2020 study found more than one in six people have no internet access, and some experts have connected, among other factors, a lack of broadband and computer access to an endless cycle of barely making ends meet. One research study even connects a lack of internet during COVID-19 with mortality rates....

Kvitova underwent surgery to repair damaged tendons and nerves on Tuesday after she was attacked by an intruder with a knife in her apartment in Prostejov. The 26-year-old Czech will now miss the first gram slam of 2017, the Australian Open, and Kaderka hit out at the attacker as he called for guns to be distributed in a form of self-defense. “I’m absolutely shocked and terribly shaken,” Kaderka said. “I consider this attack as absolute madness....

Le Toux, 33, joins after spending the second half of 2016 with the Colorado Rapids following a midseason trade from the Philadelphia Union. Julian Green: I’m thankful for Bayern, but happy with decision to leave for Stuttgart​ “Sebastien has proven over eight MLS seasons that he is a valuable asset to teams in this league,” United general manager Dave Kasper said in a club release. “His tremendous work rate, ability to score and create goals along with his experience make him a great acquisition for the club....

But yeah, the Caps and Blackhawks are set to play at Nationals Park on Jan. 1, according to multiple reports. That’s better than some non-Fed Ex alternatives; Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium are both in Baltimore, after all. And the baseball park makes sense. It’s fairly new, and fairly accessible, and fairly nice, if somewhat anodyne. But man, it’d be fun to have a hockey game at RFK Stadium....

Here at the academy where a range of footballing activities go on, lays the Fan Club Futsal League which is managed by D2D Sports; a sports and events management company founded in 2007, specialising in football and futsal. The idea for the Fan Club Futsal League originated when Brotzeit; one of the sponsors of D2D Sports approached them with the intention of creating a league for the German fan clubs that patronise their establishment....