Trump meets with RNC chief in DC, days after backing out of pledge

TweetDonald Trump met Thursday with Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus Thursday, just days after the Republican frontrunner backed out a pledge to support whoever the Republican nominee may be.

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Trump meets with RNC chief in DC, days after backing out of pledge

UFC Teams with Exos to Provide Athletes with World-Class Training and Education

TweetLas Vegas – UFC® today announced that EXOS, the leader in sports training, nutrition and education, will serve as the organization’s performance partner in 2016. Many UFC athletes will have the opportunity to train and learn from EXOS’ world-class performance staff of coaches, nutritionists and physical therapists, while also participating in educational seminars at UFC Athlete Summits throughout the year. The first group of UFC athletes currently training at EXOS headquarters in Phoenix, Ariz., include: Kelvin Gastelum, Kamaru Usman, Paul Felder and Max Holloway. & ... Read the Full Article Here

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UFC Teams with Exos to Provide Athletes with World-Class Training and Education

Disconnected: Why the media were blinded to the fury of Trump supporters

TweetIt was a subject worthy of a deep dive: How did the Republican Party elites lose control of their supporters to a wealthy interloper named Donald Trump?

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Disconnected: Why the media were blinded to the fury of Trump supporters

Wednesday Fight Update

TweetA meeting of two of the welterweight division's top prospects heads up a trio of bouts made official for upcoming UFC cards in May and June.At June 4's UFC 199 event in Inglewood, California, England's Tom Breese, winner of three straight in the Octagon, will risk his perfect 10-0 record against local favorite Sean Strickland, who is 4-1 in the UFC thus far and coming off a TKO win over Alex Garcia in February.Plus, the UFC's first event in the Netherlands on May 8 will see one of the nation's most accomplished competitors, women's bantamweight contender Germaine de Randamie, fight at home for ... Read the Full Article Here

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State of California flouts its own enviro laws, claims county threatening multi-million-dollar suit

TweetSacramento County is threatening to fine Caltrans millions in taxpayer dollars for drilling hundreds of wells over a period of decades in violation of laws aimed at protecting groundwater, records show.

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State of California flouts its own enviro laws, claims county threatening multi-million-dollar suit

Trump rescinds pledge to back Republican nominee; Cruz, Kasich refuse to commit support

TweetDonald Trump said Tuesday night he will no longer honor his pledge to support the eventual Republican pick for president regardless of who wins the nomination.

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Trump rescinds pledge to back Republican nominee; Cruz, Kasich refuse to commit support

UFC Debuts in Ottawa with MacDonald-Thompson

TweetOttawa, Canada – A pivotal welterweight contender fight between No.1-ranked Rory MacDonald and No.2-ranked Stephen Thompson will headline the first UFC® event in Ottawa. UFC FIGHT NIGHT®: MACDONALD vs. THOMPSON goes down Saturday, June 18 at The Arena at TD Place.A perennial contender in the 170-pound division, MacDonald (18-3, fighting out of Montreal, Quebec, Canada by way of Quesnel, B.C., Canada) has won eight of his last 10 outings. He holds impressive victories over Tarec Saffiedine, Tyron Woodley, Demian Maia, Jake Ellenberger and B.J. Penn. At UFC 189 in July, MacDonald c ... Read the Full Article Here

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UFC Debuts in Ottawa with MacDonald-Thompson

Cyborg Makes Octagon Debut at UFC 198

TweetOne of the most feared fighters in the world is finally making her way to the Octagon, as Invicta FC featherweight champion Cris "Cyborg" Justino faces Leslie Smith at UFC 198 on May 14.The bout, which takes place at Arena da Baixada in Curitiba, Brazil, will be held at a catchweight of 140 pounds.A native of Curitiba, the 30-year-old Justino (15-1, 1 NC) is unbeaten for over 10 years, and with 13 of her 15 pro wins coming by knockout, it's not surprising that she has soared to the top of every organization she has competed in. Owner of victories over Gina Carano, Marloes Coenen (twice), and ... Read the Full Article Here

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Cyborg Makes Octagon Debut at UFC 198

Families of US military, government workers ordered home from southern Turkey

TweetU.S. officials ordered families of U.S. service members and government workers to return home from southern Turkey on Tuesday due to what they called "continued security concerns in the region."

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Families of US military, government workers ordered home from southern Turkey

California Gov. Jerry Brown hails proposal to raise minimum wage to $15

TweetGov. Jerry Brown is hailing as a matter of economic justice a proposal to make California the first state to raise the minimum wage to $15.

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California Gov. Jerry Brown hails proposal to raise minimum wage to $15

The TUF 30 – Part Two

Tweet// On April 20, the newest season of The Ultimate Fighter will premiere on FOX Sports 1, with UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk and number one contender Claudia Gadelha coaching a host of male light heavyweights and female strawweights vying for a UFC contract and a win in the toughest tournament in sports. Graduating from the TUF house has been the catalyst for several notable fighters to have success in the UFC Octagon, but who are the best to emerge from TUF? In Part One, we counted down from 30 to 16. Here are the top 15.15 –Stephan BonnarStephan Bonnar co ... Read the Full Article Here

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The TUF 30 – Part Two

Sanders sweeps in Alaska, Hawaii, Washington, but too little too late?

TweetSen. Bernie Sanders won nearly three dozen delegates Saturday in sweeping the Alaska, Washington and Hawaii Democratic presidential caucuses, but the strong, comeback victories failed to cut substantially into front-runner Hillary Clinton’s big lead.

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Sanders sweeps in Alaska, Hawaii, Washington, but too little too late?

Sanders sweeps, wins Alaska, Hawaii, Washington Democratic caucuses

TweetSen. Bernie Sanders won the Alaska, Washington and Hawaii Democratic presidential caucuses on Saturday by decisive margins -- victories he hopes will spark a Western states comeback and help him cut into front-runner Hillary Clinton’s substantial lead.

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Sanders sweeps, wins Alaska, Hawaii, Washington Democratic caucuses

The TUF 30 – Part One

Tweet// On April 20, the newest season of The Ultimate Fighter will premiere on FOX Sports 1, with UFC strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk and number one contender Claudia Gadelha coaching a host of male light heavyweights and female strawweights vying for a UFC contract and a win in the toughest tournament in sports. Graduating from the TUF house has been the catalyst for several notable fighters to have success in the UFC Octagon, but who are the best to emerge from TUF? You’re about to find out.30 – Keith Jardine Some will look at the five knockout losses suffer ... Read the Full Article Here

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The TUF 30 – Part One

Pentagon chief used personal email account for nearly a year

TweetDefense Secretary Ash Carter used his personal email account for government business for nearly a year, until December 2015, when news reports revealed the practice, according to hundreds of Carter emails released by the Defense Department.

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Pentagon chief used personal email account for nearly a year

Little bird steals the show at Sanders rally in hip Portland

TweetA little bird stole the show at Bernie Sanders' rally in Portland, and gave new meaning to a phrase made popular by the TV show "Portlandia" — "put a bird on it."

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Little bird steals the show at Sanders rally in hip Portland

By The Numbers – Most UFC Fights

TweetWhether on the pitch, the gridiron or inside the Octagon, longevity in any sport is a mixture of physical toughness, mental strength, luck and winning more than losing. The UFC has been around for nearly 23 years and, thus far, 32 fighters have reached the benchmark of 20-plus fights in the organization. Of the 10 fighters with the most fights inside the Octagon, some are former UFC champions and some are current UFC Hall of Famers but, more than anything, they all are fan favorites who entertained time and time again.Frank Mir - 27In the dog eat dog world of heavyweights, Frank Mir has been a ... Read the Full Article Here

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By The Numbers – Most UFC Fights

UFC Renews Partnership with Harley Davidson

TweetLas Vegas – UFC® today announced the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Harley-Davidson® via multi-year extension. The continued collaboration with the world’s most famous motorcycle company will showcase signature branding across multiple UFC-based platforms, including social, digital and programming with events on Pay-Per-View, UFC FIGHT PASS® and with global broadcast partners."We are excited to continue our partnership with Harley-Davidson," UFC Executive Vice President of Global Marketing Partnerships Mike Mossholder said. "As a core sponsor since 2007, H ... Read the Full Article Here

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UFC Renews Partnership with Harley Davidson

A grave injustice? New Jersey's ban on headstone sales takes effect

TweetReligious institutions in New Jersey are no longer allowed to sell grave markers, thanks to a new state law that took effect this week.

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A grave injustice? New Jersey's ban on headstone sales takes effect

Obama catches 'optics' flak over state dinner tango

TweetFirst, he caught heat for doing the wave alongside Cuba's dictator — while the rest of the world was watching images of ISIS carnage in Brussels. Now, new images of President Obama doing the tango – albeit a bit awkwardly – in Buenos Aires are further fueling an “optics” problem.

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Obama catches 'optics' flak over state dinner tango

Dynamite Dozen - New York’s Finest

TweetTuesday was a historic day for the UFC and mixed martial arts, as the bill to legalize and regulate the sport in the state of New York was finally passed. For the 21 fighters on the current UFC roster with ties to the Empire State, it opens the door for the opportunity to fight at home in front of family and friends. And while some of them already occupy this list of the most notable New Yorkers to compete in the Octagon, for the rest, it’s their chance to possibly make their own local history one day.Phil Baroni / Long Island (Watch Baroni-Menne on UFC FIGHT PASS)No list of fighters fro ... Read the Full Article Here

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Dynamite Dozen - New York’s Finest

Officials say Guantanamo transfers have killed Americans

TweetAmericans have been killed by prisoners released from the detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, a senior Defense Department official told lawmakers Wednesday, triggering sharp criticism from Republicans opposed to shuttering the facility in the wake of deadly attacks by the Islamic State group in Brussels and Paris.

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Officials say Guantanamo transfers have killed Americans

Inside the Camp: Jackson/Winkeljohn update

TweetPainted in black lettering in the long hallway that leads into the heart of the Jackson/Winkeljohn fight gym are the words: Through these doors walk the greatest fighters in the world.That phrase is literally the last thing a fighter sees before opening a simple white door and entering the belly of the beast that is the facility housing what is widely considered the largest collection of elite talent in the entire sport of mixed martial arts.While the message on the wall is meant to be inspirational and a mantra for every athlete on the team to carry in their mind at all times, the intended se ... Read the Full Article Here

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Inside the Camp: Jackson/Winkeljohn update

Homeland Security chief: No 'specific, credible' threat to US

TweetHomeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says there is no "specific, credible intelligence" of any plots against the United States like those carried out in Brussels.

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Homeland Security chief: No 'specific, credible' threat to US

Go inside the Jones-Cormier rivalry

TweetJon Jones has always had a chip on his shoulder when it comes to fighting wrestlers. With Daniel Cormier, it’s a boulder, maybe two, resting on the frame of the former UFC light heavyweight champ.In Jones’ mind, beating a decorated wrestler - whether it was Vladimir Matyushenko, Ryan Bader, Rashad Evans or Chael Sonnen - always meant something more. It was an invisible notch on his belt, a way of saying to the world “that could have been me.” Winning on the NCAA Division I or international level on the mat is the only thing in athletics Jones didn’t accomplish, as ... Read the Full Article Here

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Go inside the Jones-Cormier rivalry

Castro urges return of Guantanamo land, after meeting with Obama

TweetCuban President Raul Castro directly challenged President Obama on the heels of their historic meeting in Havana Monday to lift more restrictions on the island and return land used for the U.S. naval base at Guantanamo Bay – as the visiting U.S. president, in turn, chided the Cuban government on democracy and human rights.

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Castro urges return of Guantanamo land, after meeting with Obama

High court kabuki: How the press chases a supremely cynical game

TweetThere’s been plenty of sound and fury over President Obama’s Supreme Court nominee—and in the end, the great likelihood is that nothing will happen.

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High court kabuki: How the press chases a supremely cynical game

Fight Night Brisbane: Talking Points

TweetMark Hunt recorded his third UFC walk-off knockout in the first round against Frank Mir at Fight Night Brisbane. The Australian has become known for his punching power. Every time he swings one of his arms through the air, the chances are high that could be the end of the fight just moments later.More from Fight Night Hunt vs Mir: Full results | Hunt gets walk-off win in main event | Magny, Matthews, Kelly all score comeback victories | Jouban, Hooker earn impressive quick wins | Pearson gets close win, Patrick rolls | FIGHT PASS members – watch the Pearson/Laprise thriller again | Backs ... Read the Full Article Here

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Fight Night Brisbane: Talking Points

Trump campaign manager faces new criticism about grabbing someone at event

TweetDonald Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski is facing criticism again for putting his hands on somebody at a campaign event.

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Trump campaign manager faces new criticism about grabbing someone at event

Fight Night Brisbane: Hunt vs. Mir final results

TweetWho were the winners at UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs Mir? Click below to get the results for all the fights at Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane, Australia on Saturday, March 19, 2016.Hunt vs Mir | Lombard vs Magny | Matthews vs Case | Kelly vs Carlos Junior | Te Huna vs Bosse | Rawlings vs Ham | O’Reilly vs Jouban | Hooker vs Eddiva | Smith vs Nakai | Walsh vs Andrade | Pearson vs Laprise | Patrick vs BrownUFC Fight Night: Hunt vs Mir main cardMark Hunt vs Frank Mir Mark Hunt has made his name on the walk-off knockout, and the Australian did it again in front of his home count ... Read the Full Article Here

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Fight Night Brisbane: Hunt vs. Mir final results

Protestors block access to Trump rally in Arizona, ahead of big primary in border state

TweetGOP presidential front-runner Donald Trump has gotten support from a local U.S. Border Patrol union ahead of rallies and other campaign events Saturday in the border state of Arizona, which holds key primaries Tuesday.

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Protestors block access to Trump rally in Arizona, ahead of big primary in border state

Fight Night: Starts on FIGHT PASS at 7 pm ET

TweetWho were the winners at UFC Fight Night: Hunt vs Mir? Click below to get the results for all the fights at Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane, Australia on Saturday, March 19, 2016.Hunt vs Mir | Lombard vs Magny | Matthews vs Case | Kelly vs Carlos Junior | Te Huna vs Bosse | Rawlings vs Ham | O’Reilly vs Jouban | Hooker vs Eddiva | Smith vs Nakai | Walsh vs Andrade | Pearson vs Laprise | Patrick vs BrownUFC Fight Night: Hunt vs Mir main cardWatch live on FS1 at 10 pm ET (How to watch worldwide)Mark Hunt vs Frank Mir Fight coming up later tonight on FS1 Prefight reading/vi ... Read the Full Article Here

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Fight Night: Starts on FIGHT PASS at 7 pm ET

Laprise taking lessons from first loss to Brisbane

TweetLast April, Chad Laprise ran his record to a perfect 10-0 professional record by earning a victory in a “dig deep and gut it out” performance against Bryan Barberena at UFC 186 in Montreal.The duo won Fight of the Night honors and the effort earned Laprise another gold star for his resume. Combined with an unblemished record, a great team in his corner and his TUF Nations victory under his belt, “The Disciple” was tabbed as the top Canadian prospect on the UFC roster and the next potential title challenger to come out of the Tristar Gym in Montreal.As such, Laprise was ... Read the Full Article Here

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Laprise taking lessons from first loss to Brisbane

Strange Bedfellows: Obama, fossil fuel industry unite against kids' climate suit

TweetPresident Obama and the fossil fuel industry at last have found common cause: fighting a lawsuit brought by kids and teenagers over the administration’s alleged inaction on global warming.

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Strange Bedfellows: Obama, fossil fuel industry unite against kids' climate suit

US to declassify military, intelligence records on Argentina 'Dirty War'

TweetPresident Barack Obama will move to declassify U.S. military and intelligence records related to Argentina's "Dirty War," the White House said Thursday, aiming to bring closure to questions of U.S. involvement in a notorious chapter in Argentina's history.

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US to declassify military, intelligence records on Argentina 'Dirty War'

Sonia Rosenbaum Preps For USPA Texas State

TweetOn April 30 Sonia will be attempting to raise her ranking from her position of 7th to the top 5 or higher! Her best lifts currently are 352 squat 176 Bench press and a 374 for total of 903. It appears her training is right on par for new PR's!
In this footage she bangs out 330 in the squat for 3, benches 175 for 3 and 325 for 5 in the Dead! It seems likely she will exceed 363 187 and 385 in each lift and put her in contention for that top 5 spot!


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Sonia Rosenbaum Preps For USPA Texas State

GOP-led House backs legal challenge to Obama on immigration

TweetThe House voted on Thursday to embrace the legal challenge to President Barack Obama's actions on immigration in an election-year fight over executive authority and the 11 million immigrants living in the United States illegally that has roiled the Republican Party.

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GOP-led House backs legal challenge to Obama on immigration

Antonio Carlos Junior, always evolving, ready for Kelly on enemy soil

TweetThey say anything can happen inside the Octagon, and sometimes that includes an 11-second no contest via accidental eye poke.Last December at UFC Fight Night: Namajunas vs. VanZant, UFC matchmakers put together a highly provocative matchup featuring multiple-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion and Ultimate Fighter Brazil 3 winner Antonio Carlos Junior against fellow BJJ black belt and TUF alum Kevin Casey. Would the two physically imposing middleweights battle on the feet? Or would the two test each other’s vaunted ground game on the floor?In the end, neither happened as an errant eye po ... Read the Full Article Here

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Antonio Carlos Junior, always evolving, ready for Kelly on enemy soil

Meet Tarra Oravec - 1200LB Raw Total at 181 - elitefts.com

TweetHere is a short and interesting interview with one of the best female lifters today, Tarra Oravec. Recently we did a "Powerlifting Watch exclusive" with her on the 2015 review and lesssons series. It has been a very busy and challenging year for her ( The 2015 review and lessons series: Tarra Oravec ) and here she is, taking another important step in her sports career.


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Meet Tarra Oravec - 1200LB Raw Total at 181 - elitefts.com

Florida Gov. Scott endorses Trump for president

TweetGov. Rick Scott is endorsing Donald Trump one day after the billionaire won the Florida presidential primary.

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Florida Gov. Scott endorses Trump for president

Muscles on the Strip: Las Vegas Gearing Up for Olympia Weekend

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In September, Las Vegas will once again turn into bodybuilding central when Joe Weider's Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend rolls into town on September 16, 2016.
The highlight of the event will, of course, be the 2016 Mr. Olympia contest. Phil Heath, who captured his 5th straight title last year in a heated contest against Dexter Jackson, Shawn Rhoden, and Dennis Wolf, is again one of the top favorites. He’s going to have to step things up a notch this year, though, as all three men have once again come to challenge him for the crown.


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Muscles on the Strip: Las Vegas Gearing Up for Olympia Weekend

Exit polls: Late-deciders backing Kasich in Ohio; Trump winning over seniors in Florida

TweetLate-deciders and independents are breaking for Gov. John Kasich in his home state of Ohio, while Donald Trump is winning over the influential senior vote in Florida, according to early Fox News exit polls.

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Exit polls: Late-deciders backing Kasich in Ohio; Trump winning over seniors in Florida

EA Sports UFC 2: The Review

TweetWhat a difference 21 months makes. The last time I checked in with the EA Sports gang for their first UFC video game release in 2014, Ultimate Fighter coaches Urijah Faber and Dominick Cruz saw fit to leave me on the sidelines until making the last pick. In 2016, former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez picked me first after I won my fight to get into the TUF competition, and I rewarded his faith by winning the show. So why the switch? Has EA Sports UFC 2, which was released today for the Xbox One and Playstation 4, gotten easier? Hardly. But after a lifetime of button mashing behind me, ... Read the Full Article Here

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EA Sports UFC 2: The Review

Shae Jones 1,912 @ 242

TweetShae Jones 1,912 Raw (no Wraps) at the Arlington TX USPA meet! Shae is currently ranked 5th in current rankings
and finished the 2015 ranks at number 5 with a 1,934 total. He came into this contest after an injury (torn quad) but seems to be back on top with a 688 squat (previous best of 722) 518 bench press and 705 deadlift! Look for a PR total next time around! (867.5 kg = 1,912.4 lbs)


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Shae Jones 1,912 @ 242

ICE: 124 illegal immigrants released from jail later charged in 138 murder cases

TweetU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has revealed that 124 illegal immigrant criminals released from jail by the Obama administration since 2010 have been subsequently charged with murder.

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ICE: 124 illegal immigrants released from jail later charged in 138 murder cases

Poll: Rubio drops to third in Florida, days before big Tuesday primaries

TweetRepublican presidential candidate Sen. Marco Rubio has dropped to third place just days ahead of a crucial primary in his home state of Florida, according to a CBS News poll released Sunday.

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Poll: Rubio drops to third in Florida, days before big Tuesday primaries

Special place: 10 best UFC fights in Australia

TweetOn March 20 (airing March 19 in the U.S.), the UFC returns to Australia for the ninth time when Mark Hunt faces Frank Mir at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane. The card promises to be another exciting one, and when the dust settles, we may see another fight or two earn a spot on the list of the best fights to take place on Aussie soil. Don’t have UFC FIGHT PASS yet? What are you waiting for? Join now!10 - Alex Chambers defeats Kailin Curran (FIGHT PASS members: Watch it again here)UFC Fight Night: Miocic vs. Hunt May 10, 2015If not for the finish, this bout bet ... Read the Full Article Here

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Special place: 10 best UFC fights in Australia

Documentary about "Supergirl" Naomi Kutin, 3 years in the making, near completion

TweetNaomi Kutin made a stunning appearance in the powerlifting world by setting the all-time squat record for the women's 97 lb class when she was 9 years old! She reset it several times since then, and continues to be highly ranked now at age 14. A documentary about her story is nearly ready to be released, 3 years after its filing began.


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Documentary about "Supergirl" Naomi Kutin, 3 years in the making, near completion

Trump says Americans are 'angry,' he's 'just the messenger'

TweetDonald Trump dismissed criticism Sunday that he’s fueling the violence at his campaign rallies, saying he’s “only the messenger” for Americans’ festering frustration and urged campaign supporters in Illinois to “give me two years” to turn around the country.

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Trump says Americans are 'angry,' he's 'just the messenger'

Invicta FC 16: Hamasaki taps Brown, Maia claims interim title

TweetAfter claiming championship gold in her last appearance, Ayaka Hamasaki returned to the Invicta FC cage on Friday night and picked up her first successful defense of the atomweight title with a third-round submission win over a game and gutsy Amber Brown at Trinidad Pavillion in Tropicana Las Vegas.The opening round was one of the best rounds of 2016, with Hamasaki hitting an explosive double in space early, posturing up to rain down shots on Brown before the Albuquerque native threw up a triangle choke and put the champion at risk. After defending and escaping, Hamasaki attacked with a submis ... Read the Full Article Here

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Invicta FC 16: Hamasaki taps Brown, Maia claims interim title

In Saturday balloting, Clinton wins islands caucus, Rubio wins in D.C., Cruz wins majority of Wyo. delegates at stake

TweetDemocrats and Republicans are balloting Saturday in a mix of primaries and caucuses in Wyoming, the District of Columbia and a U.S territory.

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In Saturday balloting, Clinton wins islands caucus, Rubio wins in D.C., Cruz wins majority of Wyo. delegates at stake

Republican rivals say Trump campaign rallies create chaotic environments

TweetRepublican presidential rivals jockeying for position behind businessman Donald Trump took the opportunity to hit him over the violence that led to the cancellation of his rally in Chicago Friday night -- as Trump defended the decision to cancel amid protests, saying he didn't want to see people hurt.

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Republican rivals say Trump campaign rallies create chaotic environments

The Animal Cage collection

TweetHere is the whole playlist about the Animal cage released by Animal!
There are 33 videos from inception to conclusion. Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...EwtxGazJs4-wMw


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The Animal Cage collection

Dana White: New Jon Jones is scary; DC has opportunity of lifetime

TweetThe UFC has roughly 40 fight cards tentatively scheduled for 2016. Big fight after big fight, they just keep coming, especially in the current seasonal campaign “Unstoppable,” which features some of the biggest matchups of the year. But even with all the big bouts, certain fights just simply stand out. Daniel Cormier-Jon Jones II is certainly one of them.MORE ON UFC 197: Buy UFC 197 tickets now | Watch: UFC Unstoppable Trailer | UFC Unstoppable Face-offs | UFC Unstoppable Backstage Interviews | Full UFC Unstoppable press conference | UFC Minute: Jones excit ... Read the Full Article Here

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Dana White: New Jon Jones is scary; DC has opportunity of lifetime

Ronald Reagan's Christmas letter to Nancy Reagan in 1981

TweetPresident Ronald Reagan's letter to wife Nancy on Dec. 25, 1981, their first Christmas in the White House.

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Ronald Reagan's Christmas letter to Nancy Reagan in 1981

Chakera Holcomb Preps For USPA Texas State

TweetFast rising 181 star Chakera Holcomb preps for the USPA Texas state meet. In this training session she reps out 455 for 8 reps! Her best lift thus far is 501 at 181 Raw/wraps. She is currently ranked # 2 in the USA behind Jeanine Whittaker and also finished the 2015 rankings in 2nd overall.
She looks ready to smash her best of 501 at Texas State! 550 to 570 ?


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Chakera Holcomb Preps For USPA Texas State

THURSDAY – good reads of the week

TweetBe Great - The Day I Became A Powerlifter
By Ivy Knight - March 02 2016
To be honest, when I started lifting I hadn’t planned on doing a meet. I just liked to lift weights. Cardio wasn’t fun, and I realized that my diet had more to do with my weight gain then my physical activity. But honestly, I just liked feeling strong. I’ve been to a handful of meets in my area and watched a good amount on YouTube, but still had no intention of ever doing one myself. I didn’t want to be seen wearing a singlet in front of hundreds of people at my body weight. I told myself; maybe after I lose weight I’ll do one… maybe.


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Cruz to Trump: 'You are welcome to be president of the Smithsonian'

TweetThursday's Republican presidential debate was relatively free of friction, but Texas Sen. Ted Cruz did get in one barb at front-runner Donald Trump.

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Cruz to Trump: 'You are welcome to be president of the Smithsonian'

Thompson ready to put on show again to earn title shot

TweetComing off a first-round knockout win over former welterweight champion Johny Hendricks in early February, Stephen Thompson was sure that he’d done enough to earn the chance to face Robbie Lawler for the world title sometime this summer.The victory was Thompson’s sixth straight and marked the first time Hendricks was stopped in his career, two factors which seemed like they might be enough to move “Wonderboy” to the top of the list of contenders in the 170-pound ranks, but it wasn’t meant to be.Last Friday at the UFC’s “Unstoppable” launch event, ... Read the Full Article Here

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Thompson ready to put on show again to earn title shot

SPF Bar Benders on the Bay: March 12th

Tweet*From Ironhorse Powerlifting*: Are you ready for the Bar Benders on the Bay Powerlifting event this weekend? We'll see you at the Emerald Beach Hotel Saturday from 9am until the last deadlift hits the floor! Want to compete but you haven't registered yet? Good News! We saved you a spot! Contact us here, and let us know you're coming, then show up to the Friday night weigh in at the meet venue from 6 pm to 9pm with your entry form and cash entry dues.
Not sure if you're ready? Enter a single lift event or push pull only and come have fun!
Just want to watch? Come see some of the best athletes from all around Texas compete for cash, first time liters, and Tiny Meeker attempt to break his own all-time bench press world record!


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SPF Bar Benders on the Bay: March 12th

Obama says he's proud of pulling back from Syria airstrikes

TweetPresident Obama said he's proud of the moment he pulled the U.S. from the brink of launching airstrikes against the government of Syrian President Bashar Assad, calling it the right decision to make.

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Obama says he's proud of pulling back from Syria airstrikes

Just call her 'Joanna Champion'

TweetJoanna Jedrzejczyk had a pretty great year in 2015.After closing out her freshman year in the Octagon with a split decision win over Claudia Gadelha, the Polish kickboxer used her sophomore campaign to become the queen of the strawweight division and one of the most beloved superstars on the UFC roster.At UFC 185 in March, she told reporters that instead of learning how to properly pronounce her challenging last name, they could just call her “Joanna Champion.” That was before she walked into the cage and beat Carla Esparza to actually win the title. From there, the noted sneakerhe ... Read the Full Article Here

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Just call her 'Joanna Champion'

475 LB Hang Clean!

Tweet"I know this isn't powerlifting but I am a powerlifter that is also a college strength coach. This is one of my linebacker's hang cleaning 475 yesterday on our football test day at Liberty University. I was a strength coach with the Seahawks and the University of Washington before returning to Liberty University. The lifter is Dexter Robbins and weighed in the same day at 226.
We have developed a unique training system on our cleans training with light to medium weights, with low reps and short rest periods and moving the bar fast. We have averaged at least 4 athletes every year who have cleaned 400 or more. One year we had 82 players clean 300 pounds or more."
~ Bill Gillespie


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475 LB Hang Clean!

Clinton, Sanders join in vow not to deport illegal kids, non-criminals at latest Dem debate

TweetDemocratic front-runner Hillary Clinton and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders staked their ground Wednesday night in Florida -- both vowing not to deport children and illegal immigrants with a clean criminal record.

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Clinton, Sanders join in vow not to deport illegal kids, non-criminals at latest Dem debate

FNC Wednesday primetime lineup: Kasich, Cruz, Trump, Rubio

TweetThe Fox News Channel will offer a powerful primetime lineup on Wednesday featuring full-hour special event programming with all four Republican presidential contenders.

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FNC Wednesday primetime lineup: Kasich, Cruz, Trump, Rubio

Paige VanZant Draws Dancing With The Stars Assignment

TweetFollowing in the footsteps of UFC Hall of Famers Chuck Liddell and Randy Couture, strawweight contender Paige VanZant will be the third UFC fighter to grace the dance floor when she competes on season 22 of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars," which premieres on March 21.Currently ranked seventh at 115 pounds, the 21-year-old VanZant will team up with Mark Ballas on the hit series, hoping to take home the mirror ball trophy before returning to Octagon to pursue a championship belt later this year. Read the Full Article Here

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Paige VanZant Draws Dancing With The Stars Assignment

Tom Finn Animal Cage '16 @ the Arnold Classic

TweetGreat video of me deadlifting in the animal cage
with a guest appearance by WWE superstar Cesaro.


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Tom Finn Animal Cage '16 @ the Arnold Classic

McGregor dared to be great - nothing wrong with that

Tweet// In 1975, when the 41st round of combat between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier was done, capped off by their epic third bout, better known as the “Thrilla in Manila,” two of the greatest heavyweight boxers ever let their guard down after punishing each other physically and verbally for years."I always bring out the best in the men I fight, but Joe Frazier, I'll tell the world right now, brings out the best in me," Ali said. "I'm gonna tell ya, that's one helluva man, and God bless him.""Man, I hit him with punches that'd bring down the walls of a city," Frazier coun ... Read the Full Article Here

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Health law fines double for many uninsured at tax time

TweetMany people who went without health insurance last year are now seeing fines more than double under President Barack Obama's health care law, tax preparation company H&R Block said Tuesday.

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Media warnings against Donald Trump shift from aggressive to apocalyptic

TweetFor all the talk of the Republican establishment trying to stop Donald Trump, it's the media establishment that is cranking up the volume to deafening levels.

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David Douglas Preps For USPA Nationals

TweetWeek 5 of USPA Nationals Training Prep
*Flat Bench*
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Matt Sohmer and BJ Whitehead At The Arnold!

TweetHere is video footage of 22 year old, Matt Sohmer, breaking the IPF JR Squat record raw at the Arnold with an easy 804, he came up with 828.
Also BJ Whitehead hitting a 455 incline and barely missing 500!
Both are trained by Josh Bryant and competed at this years Arnold!:


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Matt Sohmer and BJ Whitehead At The Arnold!

Bloomberg will not enter 2016 presidential race

TweetMichael Bloomberg, the billionaire former three-term mayor of New York City, has decided against mounting a third-party White House bid .

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UFC 196 final results: All the winners and news

TweetOrder the UFC 196 replay and re-live it all Who were the winners at UFC 196: McGregor vs. Diaz? Click below to get the results for all the fights at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, March 5, 2016. McGregor vs Diaz | Holm vs Tate | Villante vs Latifi | Anderson vs Lawlor | Nunes vs Shevchenko | Thatch vs Bahadurzada | Silva vs Taleb | Miranda vs Guimaraes | Elkins vs Skelly | Sanchez vs Miller | Saggo vs Salas | Erosa vs Ishihara UFC 196 main card Nate Diaz defeats Conor McGregor Nate Diaz shocked the world and survived Conor McGregor's biggest shots and submitted the featherweight c ... Read the Full Article Here

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2016 Dems clash on gun control at debate; Sanders posts Maine win

TweetHillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders sparred over gun control at Sunday’s debate in Flint, Mich., with Clinton using the Sandy Hook massacre to make a point about holding gun makers responsible for crimes – and Sanders arguing that position would effectively mean an America without guns.

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