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Line: Dallas -3, Total: 209 (check The Linemakers on Sporting News’ odds page for current NBA spreads and totals). AccuScore has the Mavs as solid 70.4 percent favorites to win, implying money-line odds of -237. While The -150 odds on Dallas posted in Las Vegas do offer value, some bettors are averse to laying that big a price, so we’ll look elsewhere for a recommendation. AccuScore Best Bet: With an average score after 10,000-plus simulations of 106-98, Dallas has about a 61....

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the lower esophageal sphincter doesn’t close properly, which allows stomach acid to enter the esophagus, causing heartburn and regurgitation. Migraine is a neurological condition whose primary symptom is four or more severe headaches a month. Although a connection between gastric health and headaches has been recorded in medical literature since the late 1800s, scientists are just starting to reexamine this link....

The question comes up as to whether or not an ACL tear in someone over the age of 40 is the same as someone who is in high school or college-aged? Are the treatments the same? Are the results of surgical intervention the same? What should a grown adult who sustains an ACL tear do to ensure they can resume their active lifestyle? An Aging ACL As we get older, it is natural to both fight and ignore signs of aging....

Spears, who has been under a conservatorship she has called “abusive” since 2008, has been embroiled in a much-publicized legal battle to have her father removed as co-conservator. Her most recent request was denied by a judge on June 30, sparking a public backlash. Her court-appointed attorney in the case, Samuel D. Ingham III, asked to resign last week, and although Spears has asked for the right to choose her own lawyer, her conservatorship forbids it....

Mike Vitar, who left his acting days behind to become a Los Angeles firefighter, was charged with assault with a deadly weapon after he and two other men allegedly attacked a 22-year-old man handing out candy on Halloween. The three men allegedly chased down the victim, jumped him and threw him to the ground. MORE: The 15 best baseball movies of all time | ’90s kids remember these MLB stars...

Subtypes are classified (grouped) based on the genetic changes underlying an individual’s cancer. Recent advances in subtype classification have improved diagnostics, treatments, and survival rates over the past several years, providing a more hopeful outlook for a disease that has, historically, not always had a great prognosis. This article discusses staging versus subtypes and how healthcare providers classify, diagnose, and treat different AML subtypes. Subtypes vs. Staging When most cancers are diagnosed, they’re “staged....

During an emotional hearing on Tuesday, four police officers recalled the violence and racial slurs they endured as they sought to defend the Capitol from a mob of Donald Trump’s supporters who attempted to stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s electoral victory. Kinzinger, a Republican, choked up as he addressed the officers during the hearing, telling them they “won.” “Democracies are not defined by our bad days, we’re defined by how we come back from bad days,” he added....

On Friday morning, Kinzinger shared a clip on Twitter of himself discussing his concerns about the “huge role” he believes some Christian leaders and churches have played in promoting Trump and the political divisions within the country. Kinzinger identifies as a protestant Christian but has previously discussed being condemned by conservative Christian family members over his opposition to the former president. Kinzinger joined nine other House Republicans and all House Democrats in voting to impeach Trump last year for inciting his supporters to riot at the U....

Selangor youngster, Adam Nor Azlin aims to get a national team call-up this year as he is determined to prove his worth to his club and country. Adam scored Selangor’s second goal in the the Red Giants’ 2-0 victory against Pulau Pinang last Saturday and according to him, his target is to score more goals than he did last year. “Last year, I played mostly in the second team but this year, I have the chance to play in the first squad....

“For four years, Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress proclaimed that it was ‘infrastructure week,’” Schiff, a congressman representing California’s 28th District, said in a post from his campaign Facebook account. “They promised a big investment in roads, bridges, and highways. And they never delivered. We did. And that’s a Big F-ing Deal.” Schiff’s use of the phrase “infrastructure week” was in reference to a running joke that emerged during the Trump administration....

Sidelined nearly two months after tearing his left Achilles tendon while batting April 25 in Milwaukee, Wainwright has disposed of his crutches and begun upper-body weightlifting, and on Tuesday he talked about returning by the end of this season. Wainwright’s upbeat prediction to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch — vs. the original timeline for his recovery of 9-12 months — came on a downbeat day for a franchise that was accused of hacking into the Astros’ computer system....

Adenovirus 14 Symptoms Adenovirus 14 typically causes cold-like symptoms, but can also progress to cause serious concerns such as pneumonia. The more serious outcomes occur when the virus progresses quickly and severely. In general, adenoviruses can cause many symptoms and complications, including: Colds Sore throat Bronchitis Pneumonia Diarrhea Fever Conjunctivitis (pink eye) Having any of these does not necessarily mean that you have adenovirus 14. If your symptoms are particularly severe or seem to be progressively getting worse, you should contact your healthcare provider....

Adults also can be diagnosed with ADHD. Around two-thirds of children with ADHD continue to experience symptoms as adults. There are three presentations, or types, of ADHD: Predominantly inattentive presentation, or difficulty paying attention and focusing Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive presentation, or difficulty controlling their behavior and sitting still Combined presentation, or symptoms from the inattentive and the hyperactive-impulsive presentations ADHD symptoms arise from differences in the brain and neurological system or nervous system....

Yes, following years of complaints and frustrations, the software that created a multitude of nostalgic animated video games will no longer be supported after Thursday, with Adobe blocking Flash content from running in Flash Player from January 12, 2021. The software—which was designed as a way to make internet apps that can play audio and video content from a browser or plug-in—has long been despised in some corners of the internet due to a bevy of security vulnerabilities, incompatibility with the Apple ecosystem, excessive power consumption and a general vibe of outdatedness....

The clip of Bella, a 2-year-old British shorthair lilac cat, was posted to the official Instagram account on Friday and it quickly began racking up hits. At the time of writing, the adorable video has been viewed more than 11 million times—and with good reason. In the clip, Bella can be seen making her way into the box, which has been opened up and laid on its side ready for what lies ahead....

The video, which was originally posted to the Chinese social network site Weibo, has garnered tens of thousands of views and re-shares online. The video was taken in Gao’an, Jiangxi province, on January 31—just ahead of the Lunar New Year celebrations taking place in China. It shows a young girl dressed in pink stood on a street corner next to a small dog which she pats on the head....

Cape Hatteras National Seashore posted a clip of the two-headed hatchling, found here, to their Facebook page on Tuesday. “Are two heads really better than one?!” reads the video’s caption. “It’s not everyday that park biologists find a two-headed sea turtle!” In the clip, a gloved hand is seen gently holding the tiny turtle. The hatchling paddles its flippers mid-air, while its two heads survey the scene. The video has already racked up 74,000 views at the time of writing, along with about 1,500 shares....

The Vikings running back injured himself during their 17-14 victory over Green Bay on Sunday, and the diagnosis came on Monday afternoon. MORE: Eight teams who may already be ruined “He might miss a week,” Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said after the game. “I don’t know if he will or not.” There’s no timetable on Peterson’s return; he’s a physical freak, so it’s probably not fully out of the question that he plays on Sunday, but that seems unlikely....

How does depression manifest itself differently in teens and adults? Depressed teenagers are more reactive to the environment than depressed adults. In addition, they act irritable. In classical depression, you are depressed all–or almost all–of the time. Depressed teens’ moods are much more changeable. If an adult male gets depressed and you take him to a party, he is still depressed. In fact, he may depress others at the party....

Some of these are very serious, such as an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and stomach bleeding. By learning about the benefits and potential dangers of taking Advil, you will have an idea of whether it is likely to be safe and effective for you. Talk to your doctor before using any medication, including over-the-counter medications like Advil. Uses Advil is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs reduce the symptoms of inflammation—pain, fever, and swelling....