Michael Jordan Autographed Court Card Hits Auction, Could Fetch Over
Goldin Trying to grab a piece of Michael Jordan history? You're in luck (if you've got serious cash) -- 'cause TMZ Sports has learned a super rare, autographed His Airness court card has just hit the auction block!
The card -- a 1999-00 Upper Deck "Final Floor" piece -- is insane ... it features an actual part of the court that Jordan hit his famous last shot on as a Chicago Bull in Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals.
Navy Football Unveils Awesome Space Uniforms For Army Game
Navy Athletics Navy football players are going to be looking gooooooooood for their game against Army this year -- the school just revealed it'll be wearing NASA-themed uniforms for the classic rivalry ... and they're awesome!!
The helmets, jerseys, cleats and gloves will feature nods to astronauts -- as the school looks to pay homage to the 54 Naval Academy graduates who went on to become space explorers.
Flash flooding in Somerset
The village of Croscombe in Somerset and other communities near Shepton Mallet were badly affected by flash floods today that left cars stranded and roads under water. A storm early this morning resulted in 30mm of rain, over half the monthly average for July, falling on a small area in less than fifteen minutes. It was far more than the 10mm forecast. Four houses and the pub in Croscombe have been flooded.
How to wear thigh high boots ala Kendall & Kylie
Thigh-high boots. They don't seem like a tempting prospect at first glance, but their popularity is on the rise and we can't avoid them any longer. If you're already sold, you can shop our favourite over knee and thigh-high boots, if you're not, continue reading...
We rather like the idea of dressing Felicity Shagwell, but wear with caution - think 60s chic, rather than Pretty Woman. High-necklines are essential and chunky polo necks preferable.
Rihanna splashes out $22m on a Barbados beachside home
Homeward bound: Superstar Rihanna splashes out $22million on a Barbados beachside home
By Daily Mail Reporter Published: 16:04 EST, 14 October 2013 | Updated: 18:49 EST, 14 October 2013 e-mail Superstar Rihanna has splashed out $22million on a beachside home on the Caribbean island of Barbados - after renting the same property last year.
The 25-year-old singer has bought a home at the luxurious One Sandy Lane resort on the island where she was born and raised.
The 7p pill which can defeat sepsis
Blood pressure pills costing just 7p a day could be a major new weapon against sepsis – which kills 44,000 people a year in the UK.
New research shows the drugs, called calcium channel blockers, halve the risk of dying from sepsis, which kills more than one in three victims.
Millions already take the tablets, which include brands Amlostin, Adizem and Felotens, to lower blood pressure or prevent chest pain caused by angina.
Up First briefing: Black Friday and Books We Love
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Our team is on break for Thanksgiving. This Black Friday, NPR's staff and critics are bringing you handpicked recommendations for this year's Books We Love collection. We'll be back Monday.
Books we love I've read 60 books this year — surpassing my goal of 52!
'South Park Guy' Warcraft Cosplayer, Jarod Nandin, Dead from COVID-19
BlizzCon/Viacom Gamer Jarod Nandin -- known by fans as "South Park Guy" for re-creating the show's infamous World of Warcraft character -- has died after contracting the coronavirus.
Nandin died Sunday ... according to the WoW outlet, Wowhead. Jarod revealed his condition in mid-December, and on Dec. 22 he shared a photo of himself from the hospital saying he tested positive, but didn't seem overly concerned.
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Argentina (and Juventus) have a Paulo DYBALA conundrum
When you ask most soccer fans about the talent the Argentina national team has, a name that will pop up nearly every time is Paulo DYBALA. The Juventus forward has flung himself into the national spotlight since transferring to Turin in 2015, becoming a crucial figure for the club and even being christened as the club’s new “No. 10”.
There is no denying that DYBALA has immense talent. He is a fantastic dribbler, has an eye for creating scoring chances and can finish like a striker.
Best Books (And Surprising Insights) On Lincoln
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Amazon iBooks Independent Bookstores In a 24-hour, Internet-fueled news cycle, political campaign reporters often seem to be focused on what just happened, and only what just happened. But presidential candidates profess to take a longer view: They consciously link their critiques and promises to the influential figures and debates of the past.