Apatow’s favorite subject is the eternally adolescent male, in this case the reefer-smoking, videogame-playing slacker Ben Stone (Seth Rogen), whose inclination is to remain forever in the romper room of overgrown childhood. Reality bites in the form of Alison Scott (Katherine Heigl), an out-of-his-league beauty who takes the frazzled, grateful Ben to bed after too many drinks. The movie’s title telegraphs the outcome. Alison wants the baby, and she wants to get to know the father, and thus “Knocked Up” weaves its very contemporary variation on a romantic comedy, in which Ben must face the horror of … growing up....

When building a portfolio, Bitcoin vs. gold is the wrong debate, a fund manager believes. Instead, investors should establish their goals, define the appetite for risk, keep an eye on the actuarial tables and develop a mix of assets to generate the desired yield. In some cases, Bitcoin can be part of the investment strategy. “It’s not about avoidance but rather portfolio construction based on an individual’s investment goals or situation,” Bill Herrmann, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Wilshire Phoenix in New York told Newsweek....

The key reason: The supply of Bitcoins is limited to 21 million and demand, especially among institutional investors, is strong. “Bitcoin’s growth can be explained by simple economics,” Jason Deane, an analyst at London’s Quantum Economics told Newsweek. “Since the supply side of the equation is fixed and demand continues to increase, the result is predictable and obvious.” Deane expressed confidence in the long-term value of the world’s top cryptocurrency....

Speaking to media after LA Galaxy practice Wednesday, Donovan unleashed a barrage of pointed comments about Klinsmann’s blame in the U.S. team’s exit from the World Cup, and the team’s struggles in Brazil. “I think we’re all disappointed in what happened yesterday," Donovan told MLS Soccer. “I think the most disappointing is we didn’t seem like we gave it a real effort, from a tactical standpoint. I thought the guys did everything they could, they did everything that was asked of them, but I don’t think we were set up to succeed yesterday, and that was tough to watch....

False reports of the 57-year-old’s death spread through social media earlier this week, with his management confirming he is still alive but is seriously ill and receiving care in hospital. His manager, Jenni Izumi, told Newsweek that the New York rapper is surrounded by family who have been touched by the outpouring of support from fans and are asking for thoughts and prayers at this tough time. “The news of Biz Markie’s passing is not true,” Izumi said in an email....

Facivermis was a worm-like species with a long, thin shape and five spiny arms on the top part of its body. Its bottom half was limbless, melding into a swollen bottom that helped anchor the animal to the seafloor. The species inhabited the planet approximately 518 million years ago, during the Cambrian period, when it would filter particles of food in the water. The creature has mystified scientists since its discovery 30 years ago....

But the mediocre, physically- and mentally-soft Steelers of the last two-plus seasons are gone. Ben Roethlisberger’s touchdown binge in the last two games — including Sunday night’s 43-23 shellacking of arch-rival Baltimore at Heinz Field — is just window-dressing compared to the real proof that the real Steelers are back. MORE: Scoreboard | Must-see images | Mean Joe Greene’s No. 75 retired It’s a defense that doesn’t do justice to the term “ferocious," and an attitude on both sides of the ball that sends the message that they’re not backing up, they’ll be in the other team’s faces all day and they won’t be the ones that crack....

This article will explore what black fungus disease is, the symptoms you can expect, treatment options, and its link to COVID-19. Facts and Myths About Black Fungus Black mold is dangerous to human health. Many molds can take on green, dark, or black colors, but few are deadly. Mucormycosis is called black fungus not because of the color of the fungus itself but because it can make the skin turn black in infected areas....

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), while the Carolinas will see the end of snow and sleep this morning, portions of the states will wake up with a couple inches of snow as an area of low pressure moves rapidly out into the Atlantic. Temperatures, which are forecast below average for the time of year, will drop down to or just below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (F), creating patchy black ice....

Nick Evans—who owns a snake removal business in the Greater Durban area—returned to a property in Reservoir Hills after being unable to locate a black mamba residing in the roof. Evans said on a Facebook post that he had searched for the snake a few days previously, however, it did not emerge. This time, the family could hear the highly venomous reptile slithering across the ceiling boards. Black mambas are the longest venomous snakes in Africa....

On June 4, Starbucks announced that it would donate $1 million to “organizations promoting racial equity and more inclusive and just communities,” among other initiatives. But now, Starbucks employees have been told that due to “agitators who misconstrue the fundamental principles” of the Black Lives Matter movement and sometimes “intentionally repurpose them to amplify divisiveness,” they cannot wear items supporting the movement. For those looking to support local coffee shops amid the Starbucks backlash, below is a list of black-owned coffee shops and cafes across the U....

The 15-year-old high school sophomore, whose full name has not been released, was put in the Oakland County, Michigan, facility in May after her caseworker learned she’d gone to sleep, instead of doing her schoolwork, following the teen’s check-in by phone, according to ProPublica’s report. After discovering what had happened, the caseworker filed a violation of probation. The teen, referred to as Grace in the report, had been on probation since April following a fight with her mother last November and after being charged with larceny when she was allegedly caught on a surveillance camera stealing a student’s cellphone from a backpack on the school campus....

Brittany, one of the joggers involved in the encounter, told KCAL9 News that the woman said to her and her friends: “Black lives don’t matter,” “your life doesn’t matter,” and “you need to go back to Africa.” They claim the woman, who is wearing a salmon top and green leggings in the video, directed racial slurs including the n-word at them during their run. “All of us were caught off guard when we heard her yell ’no more n-word’ at us,” said Raquel to ABC7 News....

So don’t expect to see Trevor van Riemsdyk in the roster for Wednesday’s Game 6 of the Western Conference finals. Coverage on NBC Sports Network, CBC and TVA begins at 8 p.m. ET. MORE: No holding back for Blackhawks | In survival mode | Series images | Video highlights That’s the word from Chicago, where questions are flying about one-third of the Blackhawks’ defense corps. David Rundblad, Kyle Cumiskey and Kimmo Timonen have been found wanting in the series against the Anaheim Ducks....

There are two main conditions that can cause you to experience bladder problems with endometriosis. You may have bladder endometriosis (the endometrial tissue grows in or on the bladder), or you may have painful bladder syndrome (interstitial cystitis). Bladder Endometriosis The endometrial tissue that grows outside the uterus is described as implants. In rare cases, implants can grow in the bladder or on its surface. This is called bladder endometriosis....

Griffin spoke with many media members on the subject, but, as senior editor of The Players’ Tribune, he decided to write about his own experience with Sterling, which was more limited than most would expect. MORE: The triangle offense in New York | Jordan doesn’t want fewer games | Coach contracts In the past, Griffin explained that his first encounter with Sterling came at an all-white party, at which Sterling wore black, of course....

But don’t think for one second the Clippers power forward has lived a sheltered life. He knows a thing or two about the dope game, which we learned after watching him break down the drug references Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen” in a recent man-on-street interview with Clevver TV. MORE: Comedy Central pokes fun at Adam Silver | Russell Westbrook named cover athlete for NBA Live 16 | NBA Finals Game 3 preview...

According to Radar Online, Griffin had been ordered to pay $258,000 a month in child support: The former couple reached a settlement during private negotiations and avoided going to trial. Details of the agreement were not revealed by Griffin and Cameron. The 29-year-old, who was traded to the Pistons from the Clippers earlier this year, is heading into the second year of a five-year contract worth more than $171 million....

Bayern deny Ronaldo rumours Prosecutors have filed a complaint in which they accused Ronaldo of a “voluntary” and “conscious” breach of his tax obligations, amounting to a figure of €14.7 million. The Ballon d’Or holder’s representatives Gestifute have denied the accusation, while his club Real Madrid have said they are “absolutely convinced that our player Cristiano Ronaldo will prove his total innocence in this process”. Former FIFA president Blatter is serving a six-year ban from all football-related activity over a “disloyal payment” made to former UEFA chief Michel Platini....