The nerviest thing about The Rapture, Michael Tolkin’s outrageously uncompromising first film, is that its central relationship–a love/hate one–is between its born-again protagonist and God. Though David Mamet’s Homicide isn’t a religious movie, it’s about a secular New York cop who, in the middle of a murder case, abruptly undergoes a Jewish identity crisis. The perception that both Tolkin and Mamet intuitively share with true believers is that modern man feels a void in the soul and is desperately looking for something to fill it....

The two haven’t always agreed during the three Sprint Cup races so far this season, leaving critics to believe Waltrip is disgruntled with the rookie analyst stealing his thunder. MORE: Danica, Chase among drivers in trouble | Stewart set to begin rehab Waltrip, 69, cleared the air Wednesday on FoxSports.com. Here’s what he had to say: I know our Fox NASCAR gang is having a lot of fun and feel the same excitement....

Las Vegas radio host Mercedes Martinez posted a thread on Twitter telling her late father’s story in an effort to locate those he helped nearly 20 years ago. On September 11, 2001, Emilio Martinez was flying home to Denver to see his family after completing a business trip in Ohio. His daughter said he was anxious to get home but shortly after takeoff, the pilot announced the flight had to be grounded due to a breach of security....

The team confirmed his death to the Detroit Free Press . IN MEMORIAM: Notable sports deaths of 2015 Bergman was a defense-minded first baseman for the powerful ‘84 Tigers, who started 35-5 and went wire-to-wire in first place on the way to beating the Padres in five games for the World Series title. He hit .273 with seven homers in 120 games that season, starting two games in the World Series and coming on as a defensive replacement for Darrell Evans to finish the other three....

(H/T: Goldandorsmith.com) Clarkson's tumble mirrors what the Leafs have been doing recently. They're 0-1-2 in their three Post-Sochi games after a 2-1 regulation loss to the Blue Jackets.

Connecticut-based Bridgewater Associates said on its website that David McCormick, 56, decided to leave the company “in order to consider running for the open Senate seat in his home state of Pennsylvania.” Since 2009, McCormick worked for the hedge fund and lived in Connecticut. He was named co-CEO in 2017 and became the sole CEO in April, when co-CEO Eileen Murray left, Reuters reported. The company lauded his accomplishments with Bridgewater in the departure announcement, including his role as CEO in the company’s transition during the COVID-19 pandemic....

The Associated Press reported that Julieta Tejeda, a spokeswoman for the national prosecutor’s office in the Dominican, told reporters Tuesday night that a suspect had been taken into custody. She provided no other details. It is not known whether police consider the arrested man the shooter. News of the second arrest broke as the first suspect, Eddy Vladimir Feliz Garcia, was making an initial court apprearance in Santo Domingo. ABC News reported that Feliz Garcia was charged with attempted homicide, criminal association and intentionally causing injury through the use of an illegal firearm....

Amidst a chaotic MLB trade deadline day, Philadelphia has made two splashes in acquiring outfielder Brandon Marsh from the Angels and now, adding bullpen depth in getting right-hander David Robertson from the Cubs. The veteran reliever is familiar with the Phillies, having played for the organization just three seasons ago in 2019. What will he bring to Philadelphia and what did the Phillies give up to get him? The Sporting News has you covered with trade details below....

The former Barcelona boss enjoyed a positive start to his time in the Premier League, but has since seen his side go off the boil. City are now sat fifth in the English top-flight table, 10 points adrift of leaders Chelsea. Guardiola visits La La Land for birthday Guardiola appeared to throw in the title towel after suffering a humbling 4-0 defeat at Everton last time out, with a top-four finish now the priority for those at the Etihad....

Old-pro Love matched Woods’ strong opening round 64 and followed with a 66 on Friday at the Wyndham Championship. That put Love in the lead — until Tom Hoge, another early Friday starter, walked off at 11 under. MORE: Looking back at Tiger Woods | Second round scoreboard | Where Tiger goes, fans flock Love, 51, is a two-time Wyndham winner and captain of the 2016 Ryder Cup team. His success on the Greensboro course continued Friday....

Most celebrated for his role as Edmund Grey on the popular soap opera, which he held for more than a decade, Callahan appeared in numerous daytime series over the course of his career. His additional credits included General Hospital, Falcon Crest, Santa Barbara and Days of Our Lives. Responding to the news of his death, the Daytime Emmys official Twitter account shared a somber commemorative post Saturday afternoon. “We’re devastated to share that John Callahan passed away earlier today....

The Duels determine starting positions 3-40 for the Daytona 500, but they also serve an important competitive function: They decide which teams will occupy the two remaining open spots in the 40-car field. Eight teams are competing for four open spots in this year’s race; 36 spots were set aside for Cup Series teams that have charter agreements with NASCAR. MORE: Everything to know about the Daytona 500 Ryan Preece (JTG Daugherty Racing) and David Ragan (Front Row Motorsports) claimed the first two open positions with their qualifying speeds Wednesday night....

Imagine what her critics are saying. Since taking charge of the world’s fourth largest nation 15 months ago, Megawati has confounded many with her aloof leadership. She seems more concerned with restoring the legacy of her disgraced father, founding president Sukarno, than creating one of her own. And it’s not clear which, if any, of her advisers has her ear. During the past year she has ignored advice from her economic team on how to rescue the spiraling economy....

Also joining that Batman-spinoff will be shows Young Justice, Titans, Doom Patrol, the first season of Stargirl, and what was once DC Universe’s streaming library of legacy content, such as the Christopher Reeve-starring Superman films and the 1970s Wonder Woman series. Officially released in September 2018, DC Universe became a quick hit with fans due to its original shows and vast library of comics, even winning the 2020 Webby People’s Voice Award for Media Streaming....

In fact, we have five Sweet 16 matchups ahead that should be of special interest to NBA scouts this week: MORE: NBA Draft watch: D.J. Wilson rises, Luke Kennard stumbles under NCAA Tournament pressure De’Aaron Fox, Kentucky vs. Lonzo Ball, UCLA This is the marquee matchup of the Sweet 16, a pair of Top 10—maybe even Top 5—point guards going head-to-head in a rematch of a thrilling December game. In that one, Fox was able to use his quickness to break down Ball defensively, and the Kentucky defense was able to force Ball into some awkward looks, exposing some of his weakness as a shot creator for himself....

City sit 14 points clear at the top of the table, having racked up a 16th straight win - extending their own English league record. Guardiola has seen his side beat each of the teams that finished in the top six last season and this was as one-sided as any of them, Ilkay Gundogan and De Bruyne finding the net before Raheem Sterling added a late double. The former Barcelona boss now holds records for the longest winning runs in England, Germany and Spain, but has been firm in his belief that City will be unable to match Arsenal’s unbeaten Premier League title-winners of 2003-04....

Following a testing start to his time at Old Trafford, which saw questions asked of his suitability to life in the Premier League, the Spain international has emerged as a global star. De Gea 4/6 to keep out Huddersfield He has been a model of consistency for the Red Devils in recent years, with his high standards landing him three Player of the Year awards. United appear to have come through their post-Sir Alex Ferguson slump, but De Gea remains a key figure and Young believes that his performances have now carried him above the likes of Bayern Munich’s World Cup winner Manuel Neuer and to the very top of the game....

The 24-year-old full-back’s contract expires next year and it has been reported that he has refused to sign a new deal. WATCH: Dybala’s incredible free-kick A move before next season is likely if Milan are to avoid losing him for free, with Serie A champions Juventus and Maurizio Sarri’s Napoli both heavily linked with bids for the player. De Sciglio’s agent has now suggested that his future is in the hands of anyone who wants to make an offer....

The cop knew his beat: across the country, kids with guns are becoming small angels of death, transforming dead-end streets and tough-luck schools into free-fire zones. “Our last place of safety is the school,” says Carol A. Beck, Jeff’s embattled principal. “Next to Mother’s arms, that should be the safest place.” No longer. Drug gangs have put more guns on the street than ever before. But many kids who aren’t otherwise criminals are suddenly reaching for their equalizers....