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As with many exposures in our environment today, the jury is still out in many ways. So, while we learn more, it’s worth exploring a few ways in which you can minimize your own risk. Cell Phones and Brain Tumors Much of the human research looking at cell phones and cancer risk has concentrated on brain tumors, with mixed results. These include: Gliomas (particularly low-grade gliomas) Meningiomas Acoustic neuromas (vestibular schwannomas)...

Brendan Rodgers’ side had their record-breaking unbeaten run halted at 69 games by Hearts last week, but they recovered to beat Partick Thistle on Wednesday and they are five points clear of the Dons coming into the game Derek McInnes’ Aberdeen have been the Bhoys’ chief challengers for the past three seasons and they will be hoping to scythe the gap to just two points by upsetting the champions on their own backyard....

After the Nets’ Game 2 win on Tuesday, the seven-time All-Star told reporters that he was hoping to avoid any “belligerence or racism” from fans. That sparked a conversation about the history of racist incidents involving both visiting athletes and those who have played for Boston teams. MORE: Celtics’ Tristan Thompson has strong thoughts on bad fan behavior Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge, who played for the team from 1981-89, claimed during a Thursday appearance on WBZ-FM’s “Toucher and Rich” that he had never heard any complaints of racism from a Boston player in his time with the organization....

The 33-year-old forward is planning to leave the Celtics and sign a long-term contract with a different team, according to a report from the Boston Herald, which cites an unidentified source close to Horford. Horford declined his $30.1 million player option with Boston for 2019-20, according to multiple reports. He had reportedly been discussing inking a new three-year deal with the Celtics, however, “the gulf is too great for the sides to believe” they can come to an agreement now, according to ESPN....

The 25-year-old guard, who’s set to be a restricted free agent, is “more than open” to returning to the Celtics if Kyrie Irving inks a deal elsewhere, according to a report from NBC Sports Boston, which cites an unidentified league source. Irving is “prepared to sign with the Nets” this summer, according to a report from the Boston Herald. Rozier was originally selected by Boston out of Louisville with the 16th pick in the 2015 draft and has spent his entire four-year career with the team....

SQUADS Central Coast Mariners squad: 1.Ivan NECEVSKI (gk), 2.Storm ROUX, 3.Scott GALLOWAY, 4.Jacob POSCOLIERO, 5.Harry ASCROFT, 6.Blake POWELL, 7.Fabio FERREIRA, 8.Nick MONTGOMERY (c), 9.Roy O’DONOVAN, 11.Connor PAIN, 12.Trent BUHAGIAR, 13.Kwabena APPIAH, 14.Adam BERRY, 16.Liam ROSE, 17.Josh BINGHAM, 20.Paul IZZO (gk), 21.Michael NEILL, 22.Jake McGING two to be omitted Ins: 5.Harry ASCROFT (promoted), 9.Roy O’DONOVAN (return from suspension), 21.Michael NEILL (promoted) Outs: 26.Steve WHYTE (not selected) Unavailable: 10.Mickael TAVARES (ankle injury – indefinite), 19....

“It will be a great day,” Richardson told Newsweek. Richardson, 46, is one of the five Black and Hispanic men who were wrongly convicted in the Central Park jogger case. Under intense pressure to find the culprits, police arrested teenagers Richardson, Korey Wise, Raymond Santana, Yusef Salaam and Antron McCray. Fueling public outrage, Trump took out full-page newspaper ads calling for the five to be hanged. “Bring Back The Death Penalty, Bring Back Our Police!...

Earthwise Architectural Salvage was working on recovering parts of the church in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle in July. Workers took out the pews, the floorboards and stained glass. When they found the church’s granite cornerstone, they pulled it out and found the metal box from 1906, unopened. The entire undertaking was recorded and posted to Earthwise Architectural Salvage’s Facebook page in two separate videos. One video showed the work that went into rescuing the fixtures and the second video featured the time capsule being opened....

The leading cause of cervical cancer is the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection (STI). However, many women with HPV may not have cervical cancer, but certain factors, like smoking and HIV infection, increase the risk of developing cervical cancer. During the early stages of cervical cancer, signs or symptoms of the condition typically don’t appear. As cervical cancer progresses, common symptoms include abnormal discharge, bleeding, and pelvic pain....

Mahmoud Al Amna’s brilliant strike gave East Bengal the lead as early as in the second minute of the match. Mohammed Rafique’s curling free-kick was headed down by Arnab Mondal inside the Mohammedan penalty box and the Syrian midfielder chest trapped the ball before finding the back of the net with an excellent volley. The Red and Golds meant business from the very beginning of the match and got the early goal as a reward for their attacking display....

As a part of the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul undercard, either Johnson or Maxwell will get the first win of their respective boxing careers. Johnson hasn’t fought to date while Maxwell sports an 0-3 record as a boxer, though he is 2-3 as an MMA fighter. But why is the former NFL star fighting? Sure, it isn’t for monetary purposes, as the former Bengal made plenty during his NFL career to keep him going....

Could Volkanovski be the fifth? MORE: UFC 276: Expert prediction, best bets for Alexander Volkanovski vs. Max Holloway 3 But first, the UFC featherweight champion will have to close the chapter on Max Holloway once and for all at UFC 276, when two of arguably the greatest featherweights in the promotion’s history meet for the third time. Volkanovski edged out Holloway twice when they met in 2019 and 2020, defended his title in his next two fights against Brian Ortega and Chan Sung Jung, and now aims to sweep the series against Holloway....

Better late than never, as the Champions League schedule resumes in early August with a tweaked format for the tournament table and bracket. Because Champions League play was paused in the middle of the Round of 16, that’s where the tournament picks up with all matches being played behind closed doors. MORE: Watch select Champions League games on fuboTV (7-day trial) The second leg of the Round of 16 will resume as scheduled with Juventus, Manchester City, Bayern and Barcalona hosting matches at their home stadiums, but the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds will play out under a new format....

The field has been cut in half, with only eight teams remaining. The first round did not have many upsets, as the higher seed in six out of the eight series. The Lightning and Blues were the lower seeds to come out on top in their respective series. The oddsmakers have made some adjustments to their list of teams they deem as having the best chances to win a Cup, however for the most part, the odds have stayed fairly the same....

Usually, they aren't worth more than a passing glance. But the following tweet from former Kentucky star and #BBN icon Rex Chapman is rather peculiar. MORE: Follow Kentucky-UConn | Scenes from the championship Again, it could be real, and it could be just a joke. But considering that Chapman is a Kentucky legend, it's deserving of more than just a passing glance. Even if there is the slightest ammount of truth to this tweet, why would Chapman, an iconic Kentucky basketball player, tweet such a rumor on the night of the national championship game?...

It’s now Bosa’s turn to try to turn the tables for the suddenly red-hot Los Angeles Chargers. “We know if we want to get to where we want to get that we’ve got to play with the best of them,” Bosa told co-host Gil Brandt and me Wednesday on SiriusXM NFL Radio. “Obviously, Tom Brady and the Patriots are the best if not one of the best. WEEK 8 PICKS: Straight up | Against the spread...

Bosa tore into the referees after the game and specifically griped about a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty he received with under four minutes left in the game and the Chargers leading by 14 points. “I didn’t even know they called the f—ing penalty on me because I was fuming,” Bosa said to reporters after the game, per ESPN. “But, I mean, refs are blind, simple. I’m sorry, but you’re blind, like open your eyes and do your job....

Playing in the hyper-competitive AFC West, the Chargers have to compete with the perennially contending Chiefs and the upgrading Raiders. Los Angeles clearly feels good about where it’s at, but the draft will put the Chargers in a position to be even more competitive. Tom Telesco has the Chargers in a better place, but there’s still work to do. Here’s their prognosis for the 2022 NFL Draft, along with what they can do to address their needs....

The most obvious is that it might be the last meeting between the two AFC West rivals in Oakland. Both teams — along with the Rams— are candidates for possible relocation to Los Angeles as early as next season. Both the Chargers and Rams won their home finales last weekend and the Raiders hope to do the same Thursday night in what promises to be an emotional night. MORE: 2016 NFL Mock Draft | Chargers-Raiders betting preview | Power rankings...