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Characterizing the President as frustrated with the lack of progress done so far on the wall, the Post says that Kushner also convenes biweekly meetings at the White House, where he tracks contractor data, spending matters and location issues, including encouraging 800 filings demanding the seizure of private property so the barrier might be built. He has described himself as being “in charge” of the wall, according to aides....

First, the Colorado Avalanche finally relocated Joe Sakic's glass-encased stall from the room to the Pepsi Center concourse. It had been in that position since Sakic retired in 2009. He's now in charge of the team's hockey operations; franchise legend or not, dressing a few feet from a shrine to the guy who could put you on waivers would be awkward. Instead, it's in a spot where fans can see it and take Instagrams and Vines and whatnot....

When asked by Omnisport at the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine about the status of the controversial defensive end, Garrett succinctly replied, “Greg Hardy is a free agent.” MORE: Disgraced athletes | Why Hardy must stay on the field The headache clearly isn’t worth it for a player who had six sacks in 12 games but was reportedly often late to team meetings and instigated a sideline blowup with Dez Bryant during a game against the Giants....

Pro Bowl cornerback Jason Verrett confirmed to reporters on Wednesday that his season is finished because of a torn ACL. Week 5 picks: Against the spread | Straight up “My season is over with,” Verrett said Wednesday after doctors told him Tuesday he’d need surgery. “I cried yesterday.” The third-year cornerback was a Pro Bowler last year had one interception and 13 tackles this season, including six tackles in Sunday’s 35-34 loss to the Saints....

Anticipation was high for Respawn’s freshman effort as a result of its founders’ storied legacy. West and Zampella were the co-founders of Infinity Ward, the developer that revolutionized the first person shooter genre with the Call of Duty franchise. However, West and Zampella’s relationship with Call of Duty publisher Activision was less than amicable, and the two were fired back in 2010. West and Zampella promptly hit Activision with a lawsuit, which was settled late last year....

In the three-game series, Bumrah has taken nine wickets (including a four-wicket haul) even as the conditions for bowling consistently deteriorated with each passing game. Speaking to NDTV, Bumrah said, “It is always good when the ball is moving, so you can try out more variations. The wicket today was not offering as much help as it was in the earlier two games.” The weather before and during the match was warm and sunny as compared to the relatively colder weather during the previous two games....

“It’s a time in my life that I’m glad it’s behind me,” Werth told The Washington Post. “I’ve had time to reflect on the whole thing. I want to talk about it one time, and kind of lay it to rest. I’m ready to put it behind me. I’ve learned my lesson. I don’t recommend the experience I had to anyone, really. It’s not something that was fun. It’s not a destination you would choose....

Rubio is suffering from a hamstring strain, and according to a report from ESPN, the guard could miss up to 10 days with the injury. His return could come sooner depending on his progress in rehab. The guard played well throughout the first-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, averaging 14 points per game, but he logged only seven minutes in the series-clinching game six due to pain in his hamstring....

Utah smothered the Houston Rockets for the better part of four quarters en route to a 118-91 victory Thursday night. The Jazz pestered and pressed Houston into coughing up the ball repeatedly, especially after halftime. The Rockets gave up 22 turnovers and allowed Utah to score 33 points off them. Both were season highs for a Houston opponent. The Jazz played the bulk of the game without their starting center after Gobert was ejected less than three minutes into the game....

Pahang are through to the semi-finals of the FA Cup, despite losing 2-1 in their second-leg quarter-final match against Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT). Although Argentines Gabriel Guerra and Gonzalo Cabrera managed to put the homeside in front on aggregate in the first 20 minutes, it was all undone by Gambian forward Mohamadou Sumareh’s late header. JDT boss Benjamin Mora made a gamble in their mid-week AFC Cup group match against Boeungket Angkor, fielding a mostly second-string side....

But the accusations came again Sunday after cornerback Lamarcus Joyner knocked Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater out of the game with a diving elbow to the head. Joyner said the hit wasn’t intentional and that he and Bridgewater are friends. MORE: Best photos from Week 9 | Jeff Fisher, Gregg Williams asked for ‘dirty’ rep That didn’t stop the criticism from coming. First, there was Vikings coach Mike Zimmer, who blasted Fisher and Rams defensive coordinator Gregg Williams during his post-game press conference....

However, one small vignette really showcases just how abruptly everything happened for Saturday: The fact he had to give up his fantasy team to Eric Decker in a league that is comprised of former Broncos and Colts players. It was reported by Melanie Collins on the CBS broadcast that Saturday was told by the commissioner of their league – which also includes Peyton Manning – that control would be given to Decker....

Symptoms Atresia can often be diagnosed before a baby is born. Routine prenatal screenings may detect the condition because the signs of an intestinal blockage are usually visible on an ultrasound. Babies with atresia are sometimes born before their due date (preterm) and the symptoms of the condition usually appear within the first day or two after birth. The symptoms of jejunal atresia in newborns can include: Problems with feedingThrowing up a yellow-green fluid (bile)Failure to thriveSwollen bellyNo bowel movements...

Jenna Ryan is a realtor from North Texas who turned herself over to the authorities on Friday. She spoke to CBS11 at her home later in the day. Ryan allegedly took photos of herself during the riot and posted them to social media. In the interview, Ryan made a public appeal for a presidential pardon, saying “I would like a pardon from the president of the United States.” “I think we all deserve a pardon....

I don’t know how long it was after that when I realized I was pregnant. I couldn’t understand how that could be. I was 16 and had a boyfriend but had always been careful to use protection. I was very clear that while I was enjoying my first seasons in the sexually active game, I was not remotely equipped to raise or interested in having a baby. I scheduled my procedure at an outpatient facility called Parkmed....

American baseball player Jenrry Mejia of New York Mets has been suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for the banned substance stanozolol. The 25-year-old will not be able to play again until July and would be ineligible for the Major League play-offs if his team qualifies. “I know the rules are the rules and I will accept my punishment,” Mejia was quoted as saying by bbc.com on Monday....

Ending his career with a record attempt one day after his 43rd birthday, the German rider beat the 49.7-kilometer (30.8-mile) mark of Ondrej Sosenka in 2005. Voigt passed the Czech Republic rider’s distance with almost 1 1/2 minutes left. The Hour Record was previously held by cycling greats Fausto Coppi, Jacques Anquetil and Eddy Merckx. Voigt says, “I am extremely proud to be joining all the iconic riders that have beaten this record before me....

The Netherlands international has endured a tough time in English football since completing an £18.5 million move from AZ Alkmaar in the summer of 2016. Alli must reject Man City interest Janssen has just four goals to his name and is yet to score from open play, with all of his strikes thus far coming from the penalty spot. The 22-year-old did not make the matchday squad for Spurs’ Europa League clash with Gent and has now seen his efforts in training called into question ahead of a FA Cup date against Fulham on Sunday....

Wheel your skis instead of toting them. Three Stooges act in the parking lot. Ugly, but saves ice-scraping and defroster time. Folds into pouch you can tuck under seat. Strap onto dress shoes. Gridiron chi for the exec on the go. Don’t tread on Aunt Priscilla’s wood floors, though. Easier to handle than Dad’s old model. A brisk seller among women and older people and in urban areas. Environmentally correct ice melter: won’t hurt animals....