Mike Ruth and Dave Jamerson, two Kansas City locals who regularly scavenge for interesting finds along waterways, stumbled across the skull as they were exploring near some newly-revealed flow dykes by Riverfront Park, which were unusually dry due to the drought’s effects on the river. The pair then came across the enormous skull, filled with silt and mussels. “You could tell right away it was something really cool,” Ruth told KCTV5....

People with drug addictions continue to compulsively use drugs despite the negative effects. Substance abuse has many potential consequences, including overdose and even death. Learn about the short and long-term effects of drug addiction. Discover treatment options for common symptoms. Short-Term Effects People can become addicted to any psychoactive (“mind-altering”) substance. Common addictive substances include alcohol, tobacco (nicotine), stimulants, hallucinogens, and opioid painkillers. Many of the effects of drug addiction are similar, no matter what substance someone uses....

But that’s not the whole story, according to Leo Beletsky, a professor of law and health sciences at the Northeastern University School of Law. While the companies who made, marketed and distributed the drugs engaged in “plenty of wrongdoing,” the narrative that drug companies are solely to blame absolves the regulators whose job it was to, well, regulate. “Overall, I don’t think they’re really much to blame at all,” Beletsky said in an interview with Newsweek....

Duckenfield was the SYP match commander for the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Nottingham Forest and Liverpool at the stadium in which 96 Liverpool supporters died as a result of a crush on the Leppings Lane terrace. A statement from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) on Wednesday confirmed Duckenfield had been charged with manslaughter by gross negligence of 95 fans. Prosecutors said he cannot be charged over the death of Tony Bland, the 96th victim, as he died four years after the incident occurred....

Let’s clear up both of those for you quickly. MORE: No. 2 overall recruit Zion Williamson commits to Duke The greatest recruiting class of all time was Lew Alcindor (and whomever). The greatest Duke class of all time was Christian Laettner (and whomever). Nothing Zion Williamson, Cameron Reddish and R.J. Barrett might accomplish as collegians will supersede what those two NCAA superstars achieved. And, besides, it is important to understand that basketball recruiting is not a matter of accounting....

Duke is on a two-game losing streak in the regular season for the first time in six years. Its 41-game home winning streak dating to March 2012 is history, thanks to a 90-74 loss to Miami on Tuesday. The fourth-ranked Blue Devils (14-2, 2-2 ACC) are now eighth in their loaded conference. MORE: Highest-paid coaches | How to handle Duke | Time to start thinking Tournament Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski told reporters that he has “never felt we’re a great team” and added that “there’s something missing with our group,” a feeling he said he has had for weeks....

But that’s not really the story, is it? He does that every time Duke wins a game, which is rather often, because he’s owned the record outright for more than three years. MORE: Midseason All-Americans | Best hoop states in America | Eight breakout players This was supposed to be the day Duke played to get Krzyzewski its 1,000th career victory, and that would have been – and will be, when he gets there soon — a significant milestone....

The bacon, which also features in Dunkin’s Sweet Black Pepper Bacon Breakfast Sandwich, is smoked with natural cherrywood, then seasoned with a sweet-and-savory blend of brown sugar and black pepper. According to Dunkin’, the bacon goes well with coffee, especially its caramel, French vanilla, and hazelnut flavor swirls. In a statement, Dunkin’ said: “Whether you opt for a Dunkin’ iced coffee, iced latte, or Cold Brew, we’re sure you’ll agree this afternoon pairing is the perfect snack to get you through the day....

Durable Response: Definition and Meaning There is not a generally accepted definition of durable response, though the term has begun to be used widely in oncology. Most often it refers to a prolonged response to therapy for a metastatic (stage 4) solid tumor that is beyond the type of response ordinarily seen with any treatment. Some physicians have arbitrarily defined this period of time to be at least one year....

But Durant has his own ideas on what he should be called when it isn't Kevin or KD, and it might surprise you. MORE: Images from All-Star Weekend | Magic sings Happy Birthday to Bill Russell "You can call me the servant," Durant said in a Grantland interview (via The Oklahoman). "I like to serve everybody. My teammates. Ushers at the game. The fans." Durant has had to answer questions about an appropriate nickname all year, so it figures that he took it upon himself at some point....

Haskins came on in relief for an injured Alex Smith (calf) and led the WFT to a 23-15 win over the 49ers. The second-year quarterback completed 7-of-12 passes for 51 yards while avoiding turning the ball over. Afterward, Haskins couldn’t hold in the emotion of what it all meant to him. “The biggest growth that I’ve had has just been as a person,” Haskins said in his postgame news conference....

Polee was immediately tended to by EMTs as his parents came down from the stands. After an effort by the emergency responders, Polee appeared to regain consciousness. He was taken off the court on a stretcher but waved to the crowd as he was taken off. A SDSU assistant coach told ESPN’s Jeff Goodman he thought Polee became dizzy before passing out. More information on his condition as it develops....

First, Jodie Meeks got LA on the board with an impossible and-1 off the ... well, just watch: (H/T: Hardwood Paroxysm ) That turned out to one of the Lakers' few highlights. Then, Dwight Howard, in his first game at Staples Center since joining with the Rockets, was T'd up for ... something related to this dunk on Chris Kaman. (H/T: Gifdsports.com ) "I think it was more emotion than anything," Howard told reporters after the Rockets had dismantled the shorthanded Lakers, 134-108....

Dwight Howard says he really didn’t mean to elbow Hornets center Cody Zeller in the head late in Friday night’s game in Charlotte. Officials felt otherwise, slapping the Hawks center with a flagrant foul 2 that resulted in his ejection. The Hornets, buoyed by the foul with 5:37 remaining in the game, immediately went on a 9-0 run to overcome a 3-point Hawks lead. Charlotte won, 100-96. If you missed the play, officials certainly didn’t....

Heat guard Dwyane Wade realizes this could be the last time he hosts Bryant, 37, and it takes him down memory lane. Wade, 33, idolizes Bryant, despite his own success, and said he’s one of a kind. MORE: Kobe’s career in photos | MJ vs. Kobe | Early NBA disappointments “I do feel — and I’ve said this before the last couple of years with LeBron [James], when he became the best player in our game — that Kobe Bryant is the greatest player of our era,” Wade said, via ESPN....

It was a surprising move for the longtime face-of-the-franchise player, and one that took a toll on him. Appearing on “Live! With Kelly” Thursday, Wade said he’s hardly slept, and lost between 5-10 pounds from the stress. MORE: Best NBA stars to change teams in prime | Wade’s gone, Heat in disarray So what made him ultimately decide to leave? The Heat offered him a two-year, $40 million contract and stayed firm with their deal, despite Wade wanting more....

RUMOURS: Chelsea move for Sanchez The Argentina international last featured for Juventus in the 1-0 Serie A defeat to AC Milan on October 22 following a spell on the sidelines with a thigh injury. But Dybala came off the bench for the final 10 minutes of the match against Dinamo and he was delighted to make his long-awaited comeback. “I could not wait to get back out there,” Dybala told the club’s official website....

The Bianconeri confirmed on Wednesday that Dybala will trade in the No. 21 jersey he has sported since joining the club in 2015 for the No. 10, which lay vacant in 2016-17 after the exit of Paul Pogba. Juventus to win Serie A again - 4/6 with dabblebet The move is a statement of intent for Juventus, who have had to contend with rumours that Dybala would be joining compatriot Lionel Messi at Barcelona following the exit of Neymar....

User Top_Juggernaut_551, who is 38, said that her parents and brother have taken offense at how she has decided to leave her money after she dies. “So I have sat down with my husband and figured out my will,” she said. “Obviously he will be receiving most of the estate. He has to take care of himself and our kids. He and I both have decent if not spectacular careers and he likes his work....

“If I looked back, 10 years ago today, I probably wouldn’t have thought I would have been in this position, but for me, it’s always been a dream of mine,” Daniels said in his pre-draft media availability. MORE: Dyson Daniels scouting report - Strengths, weaknesses and more Daniels looks to follow Josh Giddey’s path and become the second player ever from the NBA Global Academy to be drafted to the league– It continues the success of the program, both in Australia and around the world....