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“I didn’t get to my kitties in time in the first place. That’s why I’m going through this headache now,” says Kenneth Vandenberg, 46, who brought in his boys, Sylvester and Shippo, to be fixed. “I had two cats. Now I have 11.” As of last week, people like Vandenberg won’t have the option to wait until it’s too late. A new law just went into effect requiring most owners in Los Angeles to get their pets fixed after they reach the age of four months—one of the toughest such local ordinances in the nation, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association....

The 26-year-old fullback played for Willem II of the Eredivisie last season, starting 22 games in league for the side, which finished 13th. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, though the defender was out of contract with Willem II. Sporting KC defender released from hospital “Pele is a talented and versatile player who will immediately add quality and experience to our defense,” LA Galaxy general manager Pete Vagenas said in a press release....

MORE: Donovan shines among stars | Pep wants ASG rematch | All-Star photos LA Galaxy midfielder Landon Donovan will retire at the end of the 2014 MLS season, the club announced Thursday. With five MLS Cups and three World Cup appearances, the 32-year-old will wrap up what arguably is the greatest career in the history of American soccer. “I am sad to leave a profession that has brought me so much joy,” Donovan wrote in an open letter....

While Konami has enjoyed enormous success recently with Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain becoming the best selling title in the long running franchise, the company continues to find itself embroiled in controversy. Outside of microtransactions in Metal Gear Solid V and the Hideo Kojima feud, Konami is at the center of reports that they’re moving away from AAA games entirely. While the rumor has gained traction recently, representatives at Konami have finally responded....

EASTBOURNE, England (Reuters) - Britain’s Johanna Konta overwhelmed twice Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova at the Aegon International on Wednesday, showing off her grasscourt credentials in an impressive display. Konta, the 11th seed, let slip a 5-2 lead in the opening set but stormed back to win 5-7 6-4 6-0 on centre court by the seaside on England’s Sussex coast. Having steadied herself to win the second set, Konta breezed through the decider as fifth seed Kvitova, wearing a strapping on her left thigh, faded....

That happened Tuesday night as Kopitar extended his point streak to four games and Quick made 27 saves in a 3-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Kopitar and Sean Walker each had a goal and an assist, and Jeff Carter also scored for the Kings, who snapped a three-game losing streak. “It was a good night for us. We started off fairly well and we were able to play with the lead,” coach Todd McLellan said....

The French coach boasts a faultless record of reaching Europe’s premier club competition during his time at the Gunners helm, but that run is in danger of coming to an end. Guardiola hits out at Wenger claims Arsenal sit fifth in the Premier League at present, three points adrift of Manchester City in fourth, and are yet to reveal who their manager will be for the 2017-18 campaign. Protests against Wenger have become commonplace as his contract runs down, and Koscielny concedes that uncertainty off the field has provided an unwelcome distraction for those trying to generate positive results on it....

Opting to field first, Rockstars picked up wickets at regular intervals but failed to check the free flow of runs. Man of the match Naveen slammed 52 (33b, 3x6, 2x4) while opener Bharath Chipli made 32 from 27 balls (1x6, 3x4) as the winners coasted to 175 for 8 in the allotted 20 overs. In reply, Rockstars had just two batsmen registering scores of note. Opener BR Sharath made 24 from 21 balls while Charan Teja who was a lot more aggressive notched up 28 from 17 balls inclusive of two sixes and two boundaries....

“On Christmas Eve Putin says he’s ‘ready to negotiate.’ Having ’negotiated’ w/ Russian military & Defense Ministry I learned lessons: Even in small things, RU officials don’t negotiate…they demand, then they lie, and then they renege on agreements,” Hertling tweeted Sunday. In a Christmas Day interview with Rossiya 1 state-television, Putin blamed Kyiv and its allies for refusing to engage in talks about ending the war in Ukraine that has been ongoing since February 24, Reuters reported....

Once a vital cog in the Mariners attack, the Liberian became out of favour with the Shankarlal Chakraborty side because of his ‘bad influence’ on the team. Donning the Peerless SC colours, Kromah headlined the recently-concluded Calcutta Football League by becoming the top-scorer with 11 goals that helped his side finish runner-up. Kromah also scored a stoppage time goal to deny Mohun Bagan a victory and followed it up with a muted celebration....

Rarely do we witness any player outscoring both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in a season. The two superstar players have dominated the football scene for the past decade and are still not willing to play second-fiddle to any other player. However, for the first time, another player has threatened to outscore the Juventus and Barcelona duo. The 2018-19 season is still in its early stages, but Genoa striker Krzysztof Piatek has raced into the lead when it comes to the battle for the European Golden Boot....

The 41-year-old actor shared a photo of himself on Instagram on Monday, revealing a completely ripped physique for his upcoming role in Marvel Studios’ latest superhero spot, The Eternals. It’s by far the buffest fans have ever seen him, and Nanjani seems to be just as shocked by the results of more than a year of hardcore training. “I never thought I’d be one of those people who would post a thirsty shirtless, but I’ve worked way too hard for way too long so here we are....

The WWE Hall of Famer had been advertised to be present as one of the many legends being honored on the night, but he did not appear on the episode. However, in a recent Q & A session on his official Facebook page, Angle revealed he did not attend Raw Legends Night due to having a “prior engagement” after receiving a question from a fan. Here is how the Olympic Gold Medallist responded to the question on Facebook:...

KUSHIDA (Yujiro Kushida) has seen his contract with WWE recently expire, and the 38-year-old competitor chose not to renew it, making a rather quiet, subdued exit from the company after a three-year stint on the WWE NXT brand, which included a Cruiserweight Championship win in 2020 and a short tag team run with fellow countryman Ikemen Jiro as the oddly-named “Jacket Time.” Where KUSHIDA decides to go following his WWE exit, however, remains to be seen, but history would seem to favor NJPW....

On last week’s episode of NXT, Kushida fought off a challenge from Oney Lorcan to retain the NXT Cruiserweight Championship. Now, he’s sent out a challenge of his own to the entire WWE. Earlier today, WWE NXT’s official Instagram handle shared a post that showcased a quote from Kushida. The Japanese star has claimed he isn’t bothered about who wants a shot at his title. He called himself the “leader of the cruiserweights” and made it clear that he’s open to facing any potential challenger....

Kvitova was tested before getting past Donna Vekic, while 2017 runner-up Wozniacki was also challenged in the third round. It was a good day for the seeds at the WTA Premier event, but not so for Japanese star Osaka. The two-time grand slam champion fell to a surprise loss to fellow seed Hsieh Su-wei. KVITOVA, WOZNIACKI GET THROUGH Kvitova survived a huge test against Vekic, progressing thanks to a 6-4 3-6 6-4 victory....

Denny Hamlin was runner-up in the Hisense 200; Kyle Busch was a blink behind Hamlin. Both gained valuable information on running at the track where, weather permitting, the third Chase for the Sprint Cup will run on Sunday. MORE: Sunday’s Chase scenarios | Standings before Dover | For Busch, pressure is old hat Busch especially needs the information. Hamlin is already locked into the second three-race segment of the Chase, having won at Chicagoland....

Accidents at Bristol Motor Speedway always seem to be one or the other, but an accident between Kyle Busch and Brad Keselowski near the end of Friday night’s Xfinity Series race left Busch calling out his rival. MORE: Big wrecks, big moments at Bristol “He’s a dirty racer,” Busch said, via NBC Sports. With four laps remaining in the Food City 300, Keselowski and Busch were fighting for the lead when Busch tried a pass near the bottom and slid his No....

Busch won three of the past four Sprint Cup races and have the fastest time in Friday’s second Cup practice session. Now he shoots for victory in the Xfinity Series. MORE: Images from Loudon lobster run | Looking ahead to Sunday’s Cup race That race is scheduled for green flag at 3:49 p.m. ET at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Before that, Busch will set his place in Sunday’s Crown Royal 400, the annual Sprint Cup race at the Brickyard....

But don’t expect a big penalty for Busch or his team for a truck that was too low in the front following Busch’s victory in the UNOH 225 at Kentucky Speedway. MORE: Kyle Busch can’t be stopped in a truck, five-for-five this season Although the Sprint Cup Series has eliminated ride-height rules starting this season, both the Nationwide and the truck series still have requirements for ground clearance that trucks must pass if taken for postrace inspection....