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Sportsbooks tend to be conservative when it comes to Week 1 NFL spreads, and that's evident in this year's Week 1 NFL lines. Bengals vs. Patriots (+9) is the only matchup with a spread of at least a touchdown, despite both teams finishing last in their respective divisions. The smallest spread, according to the latest Week 1 NFL odds, is with the Vikings as 1-point road favorites against the Giants. This game is just one of two road-favored games on the Week 1 NFL schedule; the other is the visiting Texans as 1.5 favorites against the Colts.With NFL betting odds…
The Minnesota Twins (72-57) welcome the St. Louis Cardinals (64-65) to Target Field on Sunday for the final game of a three-game series, with first pitch at 2:10 PM ET. Break down FanDuel Sportsbook's lines on Twins vs. Cardinals odds and make your best betting predictions and forecasts from MLB experts. Season series: 1-1 draw The Twins have lost four of their last six games. They lost 6-1 in Friday's opener as +137 underdogs before winning 6-0 on Saturday as -135 favorites. The under hit in both games. Minnesota is 3-4 in their last seven home games and is 37-25…
CHICAGO, Illinois — Peggy Chase remembers being thrilled when Geraldine Ferraro was nominated for vice president in 1984, a historic achievement for American women.”I remember thinking, 'My God, women can do anything,'” the former Onondaga County deputy said. Forty years later, Chase said she witnessed that progress continuing powerfully as she watched Vice President Kamala Harris be nominated for president as one of New York's 307 delegates. The memory of Ferraro's candidacy, combined with the expectation that the first woman president will be elected in November, is a powerful reminder of how far women have come in this country and…
Photo credit: The Ocean Cleanup Earlier this year, global non-profit organization The Ocean Cleanup introduced an innovative river cleaning technology called Interceptor Original to one of Bangkok's most polluted rivers. Since 2013, the nonprofit has been on a mission to clean up the plastic pollution clogging the world's oceans and rivers, and has developed a suite of technology solutions to accomplish this mission. The plastic interceptors were launched in 2019 and have removed more than 3 million kilograms (more than 6.6 million pounds) of trash from rivers around the world, according to the company's website. These plastic-munching heroes have been…
Sunday was the final day of the preseason, and the 2024 NFL schedule officially begins in less than two weeks. The Broncos were one of the few teams with a quarterback competition this offseason, but Bo Nix has proven he deserves to be a starter, even in his rookie season. The Broncos will rest Nix on Sunday against the Cardinals, but Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson are expected to play, competing for the backup quarterback spot. Are they worthy of being selected in NFL DFS?The Broncos won their first two preseason games with three quarterbacks with starting experience. So, should…
The Raiders named Gardner Minshew their starting quarterback for Week 1. He may not be the player you're targeting as a starting quarterback in your 2024 fantasy football QB rankings, but how will Minshew starting change the Raiders playmaker's 2024 fantasy football projections? Minshew played all 17 games last season, including 13 starts for the Colts due to an injury to Anthony Richardson. The Colts found success offensively with Minshew at quarterback, ranking 11th in points and 14th in yards per game. Will Minshew starting help Davante Adams move up in your 2024 fantasy football rankings? Before you start planning…
Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht poses for a portrait during media day at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Aug. 2. (Jeff Stelfox/The Gazette) Editor's note: This is the last of a nine-part series looking at Cyclone players at each position heading into the 2024 season. AMES — When the play clock hits 15 seconds, the chatter stops. Until then, Iowa State assistant coach Jake Waters will be in contact with current Cyclones quarterback Rocco Becht through a communications system built into his helmet. “He gives us tips and reminders, and that's huge for me,” said Becht, the Big 12's…
The power and importance of a preventative approach to healthcare is based on patient education and is backed by results. A study in the Journal of the American Academy of Osteopathic Medicine found that just 45 minutes of patient education can improve outcomes for patients with chronic diseases. Patient education helps healthcare professionals adopt a more proactive approach to care and disease management. Screening for potential healthcare risks and treating them before they worsen into acute conditions not only saves lives and money, but also helps reduce long-term pressure on clinicians. Consider cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD is the number one…
BALI, August 24, 2024 – Leading cryptocurrency exchange LBank made a big impression at Coinfest Asia 2024 by handing out hundreds of exclusive merchandise items to enthusiastic attendees. The assortment of LBank branded t-shirts, caps, power banks, portable fans and more quickly became the most popular giveaways at the event, generating excitement among attendees who wanted to take the LBank experience home with them.The LBank team actively engaged with Coinfest attendees, many of whom were interested in learning more about the platform's innovative services and growing influence in the cryptocurrency space. These interactions provided attendees with a rare opportunity to…
In recent years, an increasing number of pensioners across Europe and America are choosing to spend their retirement years outside their home countries. According to data from the U.S. Social Security Administration, more than 700,000 Americans currently receive monthly benefits while living overseas. Europe in particular has become a popular destination for these retirees, and several factors explain why. For some, retiring to Europe offers a chance to reconnect with the culture of their ancestors, and others may be attracted by the prospect of spending more time on a continent they enjoyed on holiday. While it varies by country and…