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In a statement on Thursday, the USDA said that samples from a backyard flock in the state were tested at the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, part of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, and the presence of avian influenza was confirmed by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. The Kalamazoo County case brings the total number of states in which the virus has been found in backyard birds to four—Michigan, Maine, Virginia, and New York....

Along with Bill and Ted Face the Music coming out soon, there are strange things are afoot in the universe of Bill and Ted. An online game has appeared online to promote the movie. Released with little fanfare initially and as a surprise, the mobile-friendly and desktop game Bill and Ted Face the Music: Time Shred is out now. RELATED: Bill and Ted Original Auditions Are a Strangely Wholesome Experience...

“On Tuesday evening, President Clinton was admitted to [University of California Irvine] Medical Center to receive treatment for a non-Covid-related infection. He is on the mend, in good spirits, and is incredibly thankful to the doctors, nurses, and staff providing him with excellent care,” Clinton’s spokesperson Angel Ureña said in a statement released Thursday evening. An additional statement from Drs. Alpesh Amin and Lisa Bardack said Clinton was admitted “for close monitoring and administered IV antibiotics and fluids,” NPR reported....

The site is launching with a newsletter that will include “Ringer updates, riffs from our writers, and the occasional Russell Westbrook GIF.” MORE: Seven things we hope Simmons does with HBO Simmons left ESPN last year after failing to agree on a new contract. ESPN killed Grantland, the sports and culture site he founded, in October; its death was sad, stupid and not surprising. Several staffers signed on with Simmons, and more are on the way....

Lawyers for his firm Apollo said the money was paid between 2012 and 2017 for “legitimate advice,” but found no evidence Black was “involved in any way with Mr. Epstein’s criminal activities.” The sum is far higher than originally reported, with claims in The New York Times last year suggesting he had paid $75 million to Epstein. Black said in a statement: “Given the extraordinary strength and depth of Apollo’s management team and consistent with best-in-class governance practices, I have advised the Apollo board that I will retire as CEO on or before my 70th birthday in July and remain as chairman....

One of the medical professionals credited with saving Hamlin’s life, Bills assistant athletic trainer Denny Kellington, was at the center of it. Kellington was honored with the rest of the Bills’ medical team before the game, and Buffalo receiver John Brown appeared to gift him a touchdown ball after a critical 42-yard score in the third quarter. CBS cameras caught Kellington hugging Brown on the sideline, football in hand, after the play that extended the Bills’ lead....

He plays with Legos in his free time. He likes “New Girl”. And, he spent his Monday commute stuck in traffic. Brown got caught up in some serious congestion on the way to Highmark Stadium today. The Bills tackle was involved in a bottleneck that stretched miles. The reason why? Buffalo fans were trying to get to the stadium before tonight’s game against the Titans. MORE: Titans vs. Bills live score, updates, highlights The second-year player chronicled his struggles on Instagram, giving a special shoutout to Bills Mafia for their support, all while showing off the line of cars that packed along the highway....

But Hurley won’t be traveling to Scotland’s Royal Troon Golf Club for The Open Championship because it’s the same weekend his sister Megan is getting married. MORE: Tour winners of 2015-16 season | Day drops out of Rio over Zika concerns “I wouldn’t miss my sister’s wedding for the world, and I think that at this point in time for me and my family and the trajectory of our family, it’s very important for me to be there to support her and her new husband,” Hurley said Tuesday, via USA Today....

Bosch pleaded guilty in October after he admitted to suppling more than a dozen pro ballplayers with steroids, human growth hormone and other performance-enhancing drugs from a clinic in Coral Gables, Fla. His no. 1 client was Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez, who was paying Bosch roughly $12,000 a month for pre-filled HGH syringes among other drugs. A-Rod was suspended for the entire 2014 season following MLB’s investigation of Biogenesis. He admitted in November that six years ago he used performance-enhancing substances while with Texas from 2001-03, and has denied usage since....

The freedom in customizing their weapons makes crafting somewhat overwhelming for newer RPG players. First, from the main menu, all players need to get started on making their weapons lies under the ‘Craft’ tab. Crafting guns and other ranged weapons are a little more complex than crafting melee weapons, as players will need some specific components in place before crafting anything. RELATED: Biomutant: Should You Choose Light or Dark...

Since this title falls into the open world genre, many interested gamers will want to know how deep they can dive in. There is always the chance with this genre that the world is empty, or comprising of many repetitive filler activities. Since this is the first game by Experiment 101, players cannot rely on a past record as a basis. But from the interview, it sounds like Biomutant’s diverse locations will cater to both those who enjoy narrative as well as exploration fiends....

BioShock, the beloved video game franchise, originally arrived on the scene back in 2007. It was published by 2K, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. The original game, titled simply BioShock, reached its 15th anniversary earlier this week. Fans have long been clamoring for a film adaptation, and the project has been on and off since 2011 when it was originally linked to Pirates of the Caribbean director Gore Verbinski....

To head-off this groundswell of fan outcry, Mass Effect 3 game director, Casey Hudson, recently opened up regarding how the designers at BioWare feel about the ending - as well as how the team is reacting to fan frustrations. Hudson addressed the issue in an interview with Digital Trends, among a number of other topics - including the “From Ashes” DLC controversy (a topic Hudson previously addressed) as well as how the BioWare team implements fan feedback in DLC and future games (something the Mass Effect 3 director has also touched on before)....

Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu was present at the event in Mumbai yesterday to extend her support for the second year in succession. The event in Mumbai will be held on December 15, 2013 and registrations for the same are now open. Event Ambassador Gul Panag, a former Miss India and fitness enthusiast officially launched registrations yesterday for participants from across the country. The international running event focuses on promoting women’s health and fitness and is primarily concerned with spreading awareness about breast cancer in the country, an area where India is deemed to be behind the rest of the world....

As it stands, the Raptors continue to lurk as a potential destination for the 12-time All-Star, whose trade request saga could last well into the coming weeks. MORE: Why Raptors should — and shouldn’t — trade for Kevin Durant Toronto has the talent and draft capital to make a legitimate offer for Durant and history suggests the franchise would be willing to make a move if the opportunity presents itself....

Biles made her return to the sport after a year off to be the big factor in Team USA rise to glory once again. After making a statement at the US Classic and winning the US Championships, the 21-year-old made her way back to Worlds with the intention to get into the groove for 2020. Her presence gave Hurd a real chance at winning the team final standing as for last year’s all-around champion....

Senate Bill 103, proposed by Republican state Senators Brian Kelsey and Kevin Vaughn and passed Monday evening, was introduced in response to backlash from parents and students in the state’s largest county over the closure of schools. Shelby County schools have remained closed for nearly a year due to the pandemic. As the last school district in the state to provide an in-person learning option, Shelby County Schools recently announced plans to return to in-person instruction beginning March 1....

The “Bad Guy” singer threw a Christmas-themed bash for her milestone birthday with some big name guests, including Justin and Hailey Bieber. Eilish dressed in a figure-hugging red Santa dress, matching bolero and finished the look by styling her black hair in a vintage wave. Posting a series of photos from her big night to Instagram, one shot in particular caught the attention of fans. In the pic, Eilish is facing her older boyfriend and they are leaning into each other, smiling as though they’re about to kiss....

Chloe Domont is the director of this episode. Of course, the whole thing is a billionaire’s ploy at securing more money and power, and staying true to the show’s structure, it is opposed by Chuck Rhoades (Paul Giamatti). The episode dives deep into the intricacies of the financial and political games behind such an enormous investment, and the inherent corruption behind it all. Read on for a detailed review of the latest episode of Billions....

That’s the timeframe given to two firms hired by the parent company that owns the Bills and the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres to study the future needs of both teams’ facilities, including determining whether to build a new football stadium to replace 45-year-old New Era Field. On Tuesday, Pegula Sports and Entertainment chief operating officer Bruce Popko said the study was necessary because the facilities, including the Sabres’ 23-year-old KeyBank Center, “have fallen behind modern standards....