Team USA was haunted by the ghost of Olympic and World failure as yet another botched handoff cost the team gold. The U.S. (37.55 seconds) finished second by .07 seconds to the Canadians (37.48), with the latter winning their first gold in the event since 1997. This botched handoff occurred between the runner of the third leg, Elijah Hall, and the anchor, Marvin Bracy. The slipup cost the U.S. a 0....

Though the process may take time in some cases, diligence is important: An accurate diagnosis is necessary to formulating an appropriate treatment plan. Self-Checks Most people experiencing joint pain for the first time think they have a minor injury—not arthritis. But if you have joint symptoms that last for three days or more, or several episodes of joint symptoms within a month, you should see your healthcare provider. The warning signs of arthritis include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, difficulty moving a joint through its normal range of motion, redness, and warmth....

But if he can pressure Congress now into funding the fight against illegal union busting, he can take an important step toward repairing that damage. Union election filings increased 57 percent over the first six months of this fiscal year. If current trends continue, 2022 is slated to be a landmark year for organized labor. In an age of increasing inequality, rising costs of living, and billionaire bosses run amok, workers need the power that comes with collective bargaining more than ever....

Quessenberry missed his first NFL season with a foot injury before getting the shock of his life during the summer of 2014. He had an aggressive form of cancer, and he would need to indefinitely put his NFL career on hold to battle it. Following the diagnosis, Quessenberry wondered whether he would be able to return to the NFL. “There were doubts every step along the way,” Quessenberry told Sporting News in a phone interview....

Buried beneath the Sisyphean performance of Herbert and the clutch turnover forced by Jaylen Watson was the significance of it for Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, who became the sixth coach in NFL history to get to 100 wins over .500 (235-135-1). The game had some of the hallmarks of a Reid-coached game: Questionable clock management, a perhaps overly-conservative decision to kick a field goal from the 1-yard line, and a rigid gameplan....

Pelosi’s visit to the self-ruled island last week sparked a furor from China, with Beijing announcing on Monday that it was extending its military exercises in the Taiwan Strait. China has also cut off defense and climate talks with the U.S. and imposed sanctions on Pelosi in retaliation for the visit. Taiwan has maintained a separate government from China since 1949, but China says the island is its territory and has not ruled out using military force to bring it under its control....

The singer took to the stage at the Baker Hanger in Santa Monica, California, to sing a medley of her greatest hits. Aguilera performed songs like “Fighter” and “Ain’t No Other Man,” but it was her track “Genie in a Bottle” that was altered the most from the original to make more of an impact. Here’s how it compared to the original song… How did Christina Aguilera’s People’s Choice Awards performance of “Genie in a Bottle” differ from the original?...

Early diagnosis is essential to beginning treatment early, correcting the abnormality, and avoiding complications. Self-Checks/At-Home Testing While there is no proven method for testing for craniosynostosis at home, you may notice that the shape of your baby’s head appears uneven or is changing. Any change or worsening of your baby’s head shape should always be checked out by your pediatrician. The type of craniosynostosis depends on which sutures fuse together early, and each looks different....

If you already are experiencing signs of diabetic neuropathy, it’s crucial that you get proper treatment to help prevent the progression of this nerve condition. Additionally, diabetic neuropathy can cause many complications, including falling, malnutrition, infected wounds, and more. This article will cover the treatment of diabetic neuropathy. Each of the different effects of diabetic neuropathy requires treatment with specific lifestyle measures and medical therapies. Home and Lifestyle Remedies With diabetic neuropathy, you need to keep up with certain day-to-day strategies to stay safe from associated health problems and injuries....

How did that happen? Well, Phillips benefited from baseball’s official scoring rules, which include a lot of arcane things like one-pitch Ks. FAGAN: Dodgers on brink because circle of pitching trust too small Here’s the explanation: Phillips was called upon with two outs in the first inning of Game 5 in the Dodgers-Braves NLCS, after Los Angeles opener Joe Kelly had to leave the game with shoulder stiffness. (UPDATE: Kelly suffered a season-ending biceps strain....

The holiday isn’t too widely celebrated. By that, we mean it hasn’t become a major commercial holiday, like Memorial Day or Christmas. Because of that, many Americans may pass by Flag Day without even realizing they’ve missed an important holiday for the American tradition. So how did Flag Day start? And is there a way you should be celebrating it? The design of the American flag has a long history....

How did Israel transform from one of the most successful countries in its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic to one of the least successful? Back in May, I wrote an article titled: “Israel Flattened The Curve Early, But Reopening Will Be Its Greatest Test.” Unfortunately, Israel failed that test. Initially, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised that Israel would reopen the economy and services “slowly and carefully”; that it would “wait 14 days between each step, and reopen schools with great caution....

While Civale’s injury is relatively normal wear-and-tear, Plesac’s was self-inflicted. In his last start against the Mariners, Plesac gave up a home run to Jake Lamb in the seventh inning. He responded by one-inch-punching the mound, which is what the Guardians are ascribing his injury to. Francona praised Plesac after the game, saying “he did really well … He competed like crazy. And when you really look back on it, if he didn’t we wouldn’t have a chance....

If you are positive for the antigen test (HBsAg) it means that you are currently infected with the virus and can pass it to other. If you clear an HBV infection and do not remain chronically infected, you will usually test negative again within 4 months after your symptoms resolve. If you are positive on the anti-HBs test, which looks for your body’s reaction to a surface protein of the virus, it means that you are immune to Hepatitis B....

They might yell or call you names. If they send you aggressive text messages, block them if you can. They’re just saying whatever they think will hurt you. Tell people your side of the story so they have both perspectives. They might not believe you right away, but people may eventually see through the narcissist’s lies. A narcissist might blame you for stealing credit for a work assignment, even though they’re the one who took your idea....

It’s known that obesity can increase your risk of severe illness if you catch COVID-19, but does that also mean your weight could affect how well a vaccine can protect you from the virus? Verywell asked several experts whether it’s possible that the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may not work as well in people who are overweight and obese. Obesity: A Risk Factor for COVID-19 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists obesity as a risk factor for severe COVID-19 illness, hospitalization, and death....

What would the holdups be in such a trade, and what might it look like? Which Suns players would the Nets be interested in acquiring? Devin Booker and Chris Paul are both signed through the next two seasons but the Suns would obviously be extremely reluctant to move either one. Durant has expressed an affinity for Booker’s game in the past, which at least partially explains his trade request. Mikal Bridges would be an obvious centerpiece to include in a trade....

Experts have said temporary exposures to temperatures outside a given test’s storage range should be fine. However, test manufacturers have urged consumers to wait for tests to reach room temperature before trying to use them. Most manufacturers that have received emergency use authorization through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their testing kits provide wide temperature ranges for storing the tests in the instructions provided to consumers....

Allen will be pairing up with fellow star quarterback Patrick Mahomes in The Match. They’ll be teeing off against The Match veterans Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers, who appeared in last year’s edition and teamed up with Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau, respectively. Brady and Rodgers have the experience, but Allen and Mahomes might put on a show with some of the explosiveness they showed in their AFC divisional round matchup....