Vatican casts doubt on papal World Cup party
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican says it is unlikely that Pope Francis and his predecessor, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, would get together to watch their home teams in the World Cup final on Sunday.
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Kim Coon is a familiar face in the motorsports industry. She has spent the last ten years covering NASCAR, ARCA and motorcycle racing and recently has been seen co-hosting “Off The Grid” on NBC Sports as well as NASCAR’s popular “Glass Case of Emotion” podcast with driver Ryan Blaney.
She is best known for serving as an official spokesperson for NASCAR – acting as a liaison between fans and the exciting world of racing, while activating the title sponsor’s strategic plan through social media, broadcast channels and trackside events.
She currently serves as a pit road reporter for MRN in all three national NASCAR series. When she isn’t at a race track, she’s busy hosting digital assets and live events for NASCAR. Kim also regularly joins the morning news broadcast for WCCB Charlotte, The CW.
Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, Kim got her bachelor’s from the University of Miami (FL), where she double majored in Broadcasting and Religious Studies. She received her master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Alabama. While attending Miami, Kim was a member of the university’s dance team. She also spent two seasons cheering in the NFL for the Carolina Panthers.
She currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kim loves getting her hands dirty with DIY home improvement projects, antique hunting and painting. She is also an avid reader and is always eager to loan from her collection of books.
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First-place Nats move ahead of Braves...Reds' Simon wins 12th
BALTIMORE (AP) — Wilson Ramos, Ian Desmond and Jayson Werth homered in Washington's 6-2 victory over Baltimore, propelling the Nationals into first place in the National League East. Doug Fister improved to 8-2 by holding the Orioles to two runs in his seven innings.
Clemson has sold out of season-tickets
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson says it's sold out of football season tickets.
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Malaysia PM chides lawmaker for saluting Hitler
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has chided a ruling party lawmaker for tweeting a salute to Adolf Hitler while praising Germany for making it to the World Cup final.
Ex-minor leaguers sue MLB over low salaries
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Like many young baseball players, Aaron Senne dreamed of fame and fortune when he signed his first contract as a Miami Marlins draft choice after a record-breaking college career at Missouri.
Morales, Gibson lead Twins to 8-1 rout of Mariners
SEATTLE (AP) — Kendrys Morales knocked in three runs and Kyle Gibson pitched six shutout innings to lead the Minnesota Twins to an 8-1 rout of the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night.
Nats take over first...Argentina to meet Germany in Cup final
UNDATED (AP) — There's a new leader atop the National League East. Powered by home runs by Jayson Werth, Ian Desmond and Wilson Ramos, the Washington Nationals took over the NL East lead with a 6-2 win over Baltimore while Atlanta fell a game back after the Braves lost to the New York Mets, 4-1.
Lifetime orders 'Clan of the Cave Bear' pilot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Lifetime TV channel says it has ordered a drama pilot based on the best-selling works of the author of "The Clan of the Cave Bear."
