July 28
Trufant, Alford step into Atlanta leadership roles After bracelet cut, White Sox lose to Twins 4-3 Golf Capsules Patrick Willis, 49ers relish another run at the Super Bowl Trailer: 'Kingsman: The Secret Service' Tigers lose finale 2-1, drop 3 of 4 to LA Angels Loggerheads return to ocean at Tour de Turtles event Braves score 6 runs in 3rd, beat Padres 8-3 Harrison's 4 hits leads Pirates past Rockies, 7-5 Liverpool FC beats Olympiacos 1-0 in Champions Cup Undefeated Chivas claim late win over Pumas Browns count on Donte Whitner's winning ways Jeff Gordon's drive for five gets Brickyard boost Frank Thomas thanks late father in emotional Hall of Fame Induction speech Nightengale: Hall of Famers play an ode to joy Dimitrov out of Washington hard-court tournament 'Kingsman' cast discuss why secret agents are British Padres to place OF Quentin on DL with sore knee 1 dead after attempted Indianapolis break-in Montrezl Harrell broke the backboard at the summer league Lawrence Okoye preparing for the NFL Monday's forecast: Hot and stormy Chargers WR Allen considered quitting as rookie Family of five found shot to death in Saco Chargers WR Allen considered quitting as rookie Monday's forecast: Hot and stormy Washington Kastles win World TeamTennis title 'Avengers', 'Ant-Man' stars admit to being nerds Family of five found shot to death Sympathy for children clouds border debate: #tellusatoday Zack Sucher won the Midwest Classic Dan Uggla committed one of the most embarrassing errors of the 2014 MLB season Braves score 6 runs in 3rd, beat Padres 8-3 Is Detroit right to cut services? Your Say 13 struck by lightning on Calif. beach Promising Brickyard run turns brutal for Danica Patrick Good Gawd! James Brown through the years For Miller, comics' self-respect led to movie success Mariners rally late, fall to Orioles 3-2 in 10 Rockies beaten by homers in 7-5 loss to Pirates Stults hurt by big inning, Braves top Padres 8-3 Former NHL enforcer Patrick Cote sentenced to prison Watch Shaq audition to be on the NBA 2k15 soundtrack McGloin buried on Raiders depth chart again Sarah Palin debuts her own online channel Sarah Palin begins her own online channel Bengals DT Devon Still's daughter fights for life Valeri lifts Timbers past Impact, 3-2 MLS Capsules Watch: Dog faints when reunited with owner Plane crash near Venice beach leaves 1 dead Valeri lifts Timbers past Impact, 3-2 Jaso has 3 RBIs as A's beat Rangers 9-3 Vikings give Kyle Rudolph 5-year contract extension Atletico beats Earthquakes in Candlestick finale Matt Barnes would consider sitting out if Donald Sterling still owns the Clippers next season 2105 Ford F-150 aluminum truck Raiders talking Super Bowl after offseason retooling First-place Dodgers complete sweep of Giants Big Macher scores upset in Bing Crosby at Del Mar Jake Peavy's debut with Giants ends with a loss Steve Gardner fantasy chat transcript (7/28) Delta to add second Europe route from Salt Lake City Boris Diaw signed his contract extension on a boat $30,000 Cheap Speed Challenge Cheap Speed Challenge results, car-by-car evaluation Cheap Speed Challenge: Best car for practical fun? Price hikes on aluminum F-150 from minor to mega Study: Fist bumps are less germy than handshakes $30,000 Cheap Speed Challenge by Cars.com/USA TODAY/MotorWeek Today we're all about seduction: 'Soul Seduction' and 'Legal Seduction' Interview: Richelle Mead, author of 'Silver Shadows' Holiday brings no respite from death in Gaza, Israel Today in History for July 28th Mississippi rolls out red carpet for 'Get On Up' Unpredictable Steelers look to return to form Giants lose in Peavy's debut, swept by Dodgers Rangers struggle again in 9-3 loss to A's Virus drugmaker fights pediatricians' new advice Sunflowers aid healing in storm-ravaged town The Carbon Trap: US Exports Global Warming Traditional African dishes teach healthy eating FAQ: Why Arizona executions face scrutiny Wildfire in California's Sierra Nevadas burns 13 homes TV tonight: 'Bachelorette,' 'Major Crimes,' Bear Grylls Marshall RB Grooms dismissed after arrest Judge OKs record-setting $2B sale of Clippers Stock futures lower Monday 5 things you need to know Monday Relief roles a matter of routine U.N. Security Council calls for Gaza cease-fire Filipino extremists kill at least 18 villagers Russia ordered to pay $50B over oil company Korean Air chief in line to lead Pyeongchang Games Maine police investigate deaths of family of 5 U.N. rights chief: MH17 downing a possible war crime Raw: Airstrike shatters fragile calm in Gaza U.S. meat supplier: China unit violated standards Dollar Tree buying Family Dollar for $8.5 billion 300 Companies report this week | America's Markets Obama's day: African fellows and arts medalists Senator: Carry-on rule for musical instruments is needed Bright Light Bright Light to open Elton John U.S. tour Premiere: Holly Williams covers Bruce Springsteen Family of five found shot to death in home Northern California widlfire destroys 13 homes School girl suspected in classmate death Can LeBron, Cavaliers win a title in 2015? Jimmy Haslam should worry about his own headlines Virgin America files for IPO Watch: 'Mockingjay' teases more darkness in new trailer Watch: 'Hunger Games: Mockingjay' teases more darkness in new trailer Immunity lets bad judges off hook for bad behavior AP Top Stories July 28 a Dozens treated for illness at Keith Urban concert Finding thrills in Skagway, Alaska on a Disney cruise Rocket with military satellites attempts 5th launch Darth Vader for president? Not for Hillary Clinton Hillary Clinton jokes about Darth Vader for president in 2016 Skydive is last on cancer patient's bucket list Plane crash on Florida beach kills dad, hurts daughter Early Buzz: 'Batman,' Deer Tick, Kevin Smith, more The thrill of visiting Skagway, Alaska on a Disney ship Pay up! The companies charging you more 'Hobbit' stars return to Tolkein after ten years UN demands immediate cease-fire in Gaza | USA NOW With weeks to live, cancer patient takes a leap Ken Burns: Secrets of Yellowstone National Park National lab: New oil additive saves 2% on gas Trial of former Va. governor begins Save of the Day: Custom t-shirts for only $10! ShowBiz Minute: Comic-Con, Palin, Box Office Ex-Va. governor's corruption trial begins Libya torn by worst fighting since 2011 revolution Save of the Day: Custom t-shirts for only $10! This Date In Baseball MLB needs to stop whitewashing steroids from the Hall of Fame Samsung postpones launch of Tizen smartphone 10Best romantic Charleston hotels Win a $500 SkyMall gift card Tech Five: Amazon may enter payment processing biz Facebook, Google vying for growth as Alibaba IPO looms UConn makes 3-D copies of antique instrument parts Longer, hotter Northwest fire seasons are 'new normal' Zillow buys Trulia for $3.5 billion Brees says he could play until 45, then gets drug tested by NFL T-Mobile CEO blasts AT&T (again), unveils new promotion Can Rams' stacked defense push them into the playoffs? American Airlines to add second destination in Haiti Ebola virus: What you need to know about the deadly outbreak Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s mom sends him funny, dirty text after race ESPN's Michelle Beadle courageously spoke up Dick Advocaat introduced as Serbia coach Five reasons to believe in the Indianapolis Colts New York knows where your license plate goes The Banksy of Yemen (Ozy.com) Today's links: Mergers! IPOs! Pastry-wielding vandals! Obama braces for daughter's college years Stocks: Dow ends the day in positive territory Will we ever see a 300-game winner and iconic manager again? Keith Urban concert turns into alcohol-fueled chaos D.C.'s Metro opens new Silver Line in Virginia First 'Mad Max: Fury Road' trailer is gloriously mad First 'Mad Max: Fury Road' trailer is gloriously mad Would Jon Lester for Matt Kemp make sense? Kentucky basketball legend Wah Wah Jones dies Neb's Abdullah, Gregory named B10 Players to Watch How the TSA beat fliers into submission FIFA seeks probe into racist remarks by Italian Palin starts online news channel, Twitter wisecracks ensue Airbnb leaps into business travel Giveaway: Win Playskool superhero, Mr. Potato Head toys Dick Advocaat introduced as Serbia soccer coach Bipartisan deal would add billions for veterans care Four basic taste types? Think again (Newser) Tax fraud case against Lionel Messi goes ahead Obama, European leaders agree to new Russia sanctions Andrew Luck Gallery Browns' Jason Pinkston not cleared to practice China puts Microsoft under official investigation Raw: Corruption trial begins for former Va Gov. Neil Young recruits Kickstarter to save rainforest Sailors to navigate dirty water in 1st Rio test FIFA extends Sammut, Edusei bans worldwide 'Bad timing' wiped out dinosaurs Stephen A. Smith apologizes, but ESPN whiffs on opportunity Panthers rookie WR Kelvin Benjamin out indefinitely with bone bruise Survivors of sunken ferry recall horror Atletico Madrid to sign Antoine Griezmann Beyonce and Jay Z ‘split’ again, and again, and again | DailyDish Parked car rolls down driveway and hits 4 kids Tenn. sheriff 'lucky' to survive devastating tornado Nissan's fiscal Q1 profits lift as U.S., China lead Sandra Bullock has NSFW fun on her 50th birthday Sandra Bullock has some NSFW fun on her 50th birthday Nixon tape reveals interest in sex life of pandas Pakistani woman killed over Facebook rumors Watch swimmer execute the stupidest high-dive Maryland basketball arena renamed Xfinity Center NBA players set to vote on new executive director Monday Arsenal signs Calum Chambers from Southampton Eat your veggies, but don't expect to lose weight DailyDish: Beyonce and Jay Z 'split' again ... and again DailyDish: Beyonce and Jay Z 'split' again ... and again ... and again Lloyds pays $370M to settle Libor probes How you can influence the PGA Championship Rex's discipline problems, Smith's start and more from Jets camp Coldplay donates $17K for terminally ill fan Ebola virus sickens two American doctors in Africa Gaza baker risks life amid war to provide bread Photos: Seniors recreate iconic movie scenes. And it's awesome. Study: Allergies akin to alcohol for drivers Long-jumping dogs make a splash in dock diving contest Cowboys were 'that close' to drafting Johnny Manziel Thiem beats Souza in Kitzbuehel opener Another sexy Minaj photo revealed, this time frontal Democrats find living on minimum wage is tough Democrats find living on minimum wage is tough Hamlin on Joe Gibbs Racing: 'Inching our way there' One Direction's Liam Payne goes full-frontal on Instagram One Direction's Liam Payne goes full-frontal on Instagram Reader photos: Curious osprey, ghostly sculpture, more Playing professionally overseas not a trend yet The truth hurts in page-turning 'Big Little Lies' Obama to tap rabbi as religious freedom ambassador Lawsuit: FBI has video of Okla. bombing Listen: Minnie Driver covers Elliott Smith's 'Waltz #2' Trailer: 'Sharknado 2: The Second One' Regulators shoot down Smith & Wesson Ebola only a plane ride away from USA Trailer: 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' 7 highlights from the Young Hollywood Awards 7 highlights from the Young Hollywood Awards Ken Burns shares secrets of Yellowstone National Park Five reasons Florida will win the East David Ortiz angers Tampa Bay Rays with monstrous bat-flip after homer 1D's Zayn Malik tweets #FreePalestine, angers fans See Piper Perabo's sparkly silver wedding dress and gold veil See Piper Perabo's sparkly silver wedding dress and gold veil Eagles' LeSean McCoy making noise on the field and off Kirk Cousins' new ride is his grandma's van Dad with cancer completes bucket list with skydive Texas A&M prepares for life without Johnny Manziel Obama: I'm trying to not embarrass Malia by crying The Avengers descend on Comic-Con Virgin America's stock-sale plan takes off Demaryius Thomas back at Broncos camp Timberwolves rookie defies gravity with sensational dunk Fitzgerald: Union push unified Northwestern Obama: Young Africans can 'shape the future' Reed HOF induction gives Bills cause to celebrate Duchess Kate returns to casual uniform Duchess Kate's recycling habit: Boring? Jesse Jackson’s take on diversity in Silicon Valley | USA NOW Boxer Sergey Kovalev's greatest hits Watch: New trailer released for 'Hunger Games: Mockingjay' Book Buzz: George R.R. Martin to focus on the books Two days with boxer Sergey Kovalev Best Ideas for Your Dorm Room Deal watch: Holland America offer brings free drinks FIFA seeks investigation of Tavecchio remarks New Nixon book mines rich vein of White House tapes 'New York Times' legalize pot editorial pushes debate Michael Jordan reacts to LeBron James wearing 23 again Hey, readers: Help Pop Candy celebrate 15 years! Impact of Marshawn Lynch's holdout She's back! Hilary Duff returns with 'Chasing the Sun' The demise of the Hollywood diva Democrat turns out White House lights in campaign ad Democratic Senate candidate turns out the lights at White House Corruption trial for ex-Virginia governor, wife starts Got a spider bite? Most of the time no need to panic Skyhawks looking to win with explosive offense Lens allowed to play in French top flight Coach Cannon rebuilding Governors on, off field Goldman Sachs likes these 50 stocks Tigers ready to follow up best season in decades Brown still devising new schemes at Tennessee Tech Bradford: Yet another make or break season Bartenders face balancing act: When not to sell Jury acquits man in Eastern Michigan player death Appeals panel strikes down Virginia gay marriage ban Jets' Aboushi helped create 185 smiles in Sudan Derek Carr, Khalil Mack and more notes from Raiders camp States debate regulating digital currency Independent baseball league introduces changes to speed up games Chiefs offensive line a grab-bag of bodies in camp Kerry: Humanitarian cease-fire efforts continue Remembering Jackie O. on what would have been her 85th birthday Remembering Jackie O. on what would have been her 85th birthday Metta World Peace shoved two fellow rec league players Brady Hoke on Notre Dame: 'Shame that series is over with' Marketing agreement an obstacle in US bid for 2024 FAA wants shorter buildings near U.S. airports Child molestation suspect killed in NYC police shootout Lea Michele is going to be on 'Sons of Anarchy' Lea Michele is totally going to be on 'Sons of Anarchy' Prinze Jr.: Sutherland almost made me quit biz Freddie Prinze Jr. is done being polite about Kiefer Sutherland's antics Juventus to visit Chievo in Serie A opening round Pain-drug stock in pain itself, falls 40% Cormier, Jones bicker like kids, fight like champs Poll: Drivers love idea of driverless cars Tiger Woods to return to Notah Begay charity event Eric Grossman FAA proposes $12M fine against Southwest for repairs Colo. AG wants to halt clerk's gay marriage licenses Shapeways provides 3D printing to the masses Change Agents: Shapeways prints the future Correction: Tour de France story SHR, JGR planes in minor collision after Brickyard 400 Watch this amazing behind-the-free-throw-line dunk Braves shortstop Andrelton Simmons makes incredible barehanded play Cameras capture burglar using doggie door Traders' messages show Libor conspiracy Muslims mark Eid al-Fitr around the world Browns put on the pads, get physical in camp Tornado blasts Boston suburb Jesse Jackson: Tech diversity is next civil rights step After years of drama, Redskins enjoy a calm camp House approves bill to drop taxes from airline ads Israelis band together to help those in war zone Teen dies after being shot in cinema parking lot Mozilla's interim CEO to assume role permanently Prince Harry goes topless! But it's not what you think Prince Harry goes topless! But it's not what you think Mets' Duda riding an impressive power surge Paul McCartney reissues 'Venus and Mars,' 'Speed of Sound' Broncos CB Chris Harris clears another hurdle in bid to practice Fiat turns 500L into surfers' Vans high-top shoe A closer look at lionfish 37-year-old ex-OF becomes MLB starting pitcher Former NCAA track champ Torrin Lawrence dies in wreck Too cool: 'TV Guide' fan turns passion into a podcast See Joakim Noah's powerful PSA to end violence in Chicago Santana, Gattis lead Braves to 2-0 win over Padres 3 important lessons learned from World War I Panthers playing it smart with Cam Newton's ankle Mitt Romney shares vacation pics on digital platform Mitt Romney gets social by posting vacation pics on digital platform Oregon QB's course schedule will include golf and yoga this fall Red Wings re-sign Tomas Tatar for three years Teen girl dead after movie theater shooting Emma Roberts goes dark Xena is not OK with Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman costume Xena is not OK with Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman costume Eastern Kentucky returns with a new-look defense Book Buzz: 'Ulysses' to become virtual reality game Big Ten Media Days: Devin Gardner embraces role as star Yankees fan returns lost Red Sox championship ring Vacationing soldier killed in plane crash on beach Restaurant owners differ on merits of mobile tech Watch: Peyton Manning busts a move to 'Rocky Top' Where's the beef? There's more at Arby's Judge says he will rule in Sterlings' battle today Rays reinstate RHP Joel Peralta from disabled list $15B deal on vets' health care reached Murray State aims to become OVC contenders J.Lo's real hair looks a lot like yours J. Lo's REAL hair looks a lot like yours Jaguars' WR woes offer Lee, Robinson more chances Man finds Marine's flag in garage sale, returns to mom Running of any length or speed reduces risk of death Trial begins over OKC bombing video Maple Leafs sign versatile Daniel Winnik NFL official tries to justify Rice punishment, fails Playlist: What's Elysa Gardner listening to? new-photo-sharing-app-spotted-on-college-campuses California firefighters contain more of Sierras fire Hilton lets guests pick rooms, use smartphones as keys Highlights from Big Ten Media Days Brady Hoke not concerned about job status at Michigan Mississippi fish oil plant explosion kills 1, injures 3 'Sharknado 2' could bite off more buzz than the first Ebola may expand its deadly reach beyond Africa Thousands seek clemency help Steelers LB Spence caps lengthy comeback Newborn found alive near road; umbilical cord attached Tornado leaves extensive damage to East Tennessee Was that Harry Potter at Comic-Con? MLB power rankings: Where all 30 teams stand 'Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies' trailer lands 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies' trailer teases an epic ending Fiat creates Vans surfer wagon concept Charlize Theron gets a major thumbs up from Sean Penn's daughter Eat my shorts! 4 stocks ripping their critics Democrat's campaign memos unveil strategy, problems Democrat's campaign documents outline strategy, pitfalls Charlize Theron gets a major thumbs up Maple Leafs sign Daniel Winnik to 1-year contract Arizona reinstates INF Pacheco, waives INF Evans Obama lauds winners of arts and humanities medals Manningham back with Giants, with no guarantees Late-blooming Lane impresses in 1st pitching start All wet: USA's top 10 cities for 'nuisance' flooding Proof that Derrick Rose is back and ready to play basketball Peterson: Vikings' offense no longer 'predictable' Evaluating future value key to making trades Herbalife misses earnings. A hit for Bill Ackman? Recovered from illness, Serena ready for return Rieder: Watchdog reporting for public radio Watch Rob Lowe jet ski on sharks...with a mermaid Chincoteague pony roundup Quarterback Johnny Manziel's day at Browns camp With big raise, Rudolph ready for bigger year Is the U.S. at risk for Ebola outbreak? 2 charged with murder over deadly Philly carjack crash Urban Meyer on Ohio State's 2014 campaign Darden CEO Clarence Otis stepping down night-out-on-the-town-5-apps-that-may-come-in-handy Police: Husband shot family before killing himself Lions postpone talks with Suh until after season Maple water: A little sweet, a little strange AP Top Stories July 28 p Trailer: 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies' Nixon lawyer, 40 years later, on Watergate's mysteries | Capital Download Cadillacs to add wireless charging for smartphones Red Wings agree on 3-year deal with Tatar Texans look to vet Fitzpatrick to solve QB woes Cardinals find gem in 6th-round pick Ellington Fists flying in Philly Timberwolves get free agent Mo Williams Name that tune: What's the best Disney theme ever? Japanese girl charged with decapitating friend (Newser) Francis Tiafoe falls in ATP debut Brewers minor leaguer gets 50-game drug suspension Survey: Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez have summer's hottest bods Panthers confident their No. 2 defense can make leap in 2014 Undrafted Titans WR Washington begins 10th camp 2 LSU freshman players face misdemeanors Peppers adjusts to 3-4 defense with Packers Capital Download: John Dean sheds light on Watergate Michigan State's Mark Dantonio on the challenge of repeating Wild summer weather Donald Sterling loses preliminary ruling; Clippers sale on? Gordon eyeing 5th title after big Brickyard win Lions shouldn't break bank on Ndamukong Suh Mets GM Alderson suggests deadline deal unlikely Dodgers face tough decision with trade deadline looming Tiquan Underwood doesn't let football helmet ruin his high top fade Claiborne ready to prove his worth to Cowboys Obama's phone calls show urgency of world crises Chargers making sure to get their rest Wickham: Africa summit a dream come true for advocate Travel Tuesday: Your Take on trips and treks Voices: Coming home to a fragile city Cam Newton took off cleats, autographed them for fan in wheelchair Song of the week: Kristian Bush, 'Trailer Hitch' FBI: 'White powder' hoax letters traced to Texas man Dad killed, 9-yr-old critical after beach plane crash Miss Idaho wears insulin pump, inspires other diabetics 'Sharknado 2' promises meme-worthy moments Iraq is already splitting into three states Your Take: Travel Tuesday Braxton Miller on his Heisman chances: 'I got to get it' Here's 'The Situation': Anger management 101 Humphrey to savor Hall of Fame day with 'wingman' Former Va. governor's corruption trial begins Ndamukong Suh, Lions table contract negotiations Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany says NCAA is overmatched Stephen A. Smith questioned victim's role once before Argentina in last-ditch effort to avert default Cards' Bruce Arians: We've got to be a playoff team It's a world gone mad as Gaga, Bennett duet on 'Goes' Patrick Kennedy: Legalizing pot endangers children Bucs look to DE Johnson to bolster pass rush Columbus, Ohio, festival dumps R. Kelly after backlash Rays' Archer: 'Never saw Hank Aaron flip his bat' Delany noncommittal on Penn State sanction cuts Johnson's quick KO causes rumbling throughout UFC Michigan State's Dantonio says being hunted team can be 'precarious' Ryan Lochte is ready to dive into a 10,000 calorie meal Dodgers acquire 2B Barney in trade with Cubs Fugitive killed, 3 officers shot in NYC shootout New map shows how record Washington wildfire grew Deadly Ebola virus threatens West Africa U.S.: Venezuela threats freed general on drug charges Custody trial set for father of boy found in basement Dog owners still seek truth about notorious kennel Deficits drop but debt bomb ticks on: Our view Serena Williams says she'll undergo more medical tests Would you pay $50 for nail polish? Would you pay $50 for nail polish? American doctor's Ebola prognosis 'grave' Big Ten Media Days: Nebraska WR Kenny Bell Obamacare, reinterpreted: Opinionline Jays send Hendriks, Kratz to Royals for Valencia Keep chopping federal spending: Another view The Short List: Shelly wins Clippers sale; Fugitive pedophile; gay marriage Ray Rice suspension sends wrong signal: #tellusatoday Falcons rookie LB Shembo pushing for starting job Ben Roethlisberger happy to work out of spotlight A's OF Gentry on DL with broken hand, Burns added All tickets claimed for LeBron's homecoming show Maryland, Rutgers say they're ready for Big Ten Paul Ryan plan will cut costs, not poverty: Your Say Gas station attendant uses MMA skills to foil robbery McConnell leads Grimes in Bluegrass Poll Vontaze Burfict, Paul Guenther set new tone for Bengals defense See an epic 41-shot table tennis rally at the Commonwealth Games Key dates in fight over Los Angeles Clippers sale Charlotte draws Ryan Lochte, others training for Rio Seahawks WR Kearse could be an Emerald City sleeper What has been happening at Giants training camp?