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Tiger Woods Undergoes Surgery on Back Injury to Alleviate Pain

SCOTT POLACEK

APRIL 20, 2017

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Golfer Tiger Woods announced on his official website he underwent back surgery Thursday in an effort to lessen pain in his back and leg.

"The surgery went well, and I'm optimistic this will relieve my back spasms and pain," Woods said. "When healed, I look forward to getting back to a normal life, playing with my kids, competing in professional golf and living without the pain I have been battling so long."

The announcement noted therapy "failed as a permanent solution" after three previous surgeries and past herniations caused "sciatica and severe back and leg pain" after his "bottom lower-back disc severely narrowed.

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Steph Curry Eliminates 'Unnecessary Distractions' by Deleting Social Media Apps

Like lebron james, Stephen curry is getting rid of unnecessary social media.

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Your hero could be a CNN Hero!

it seems that a cnn person can be your hero at some point and time

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They are CNN Heroes, each of whom shows how one person can truly make a difference.

Again this year, CNN encourages you to tell us about these everyday people changing the world -- by nominating them at CNNHeroes.com. Taking a few minutes to share their story with us could propel them to worldwide recognition.

Destiny Bush nominated her mentor and "second mother," Tawanda Jones, whose drill team provides discipline and inspiration to thousands of children in the violent city of Camden, New Jersey. Jones was recognized as a Top 10 CNN Hero in 2013.

"It was important for the world to see this wonderful individual who commits herself effortlessly -- her heart, her body, her soul -- to our youth," said Bush, who now works in education.

But you don't have to personally know the individual you nominate.

Johanna Robinette, for example, lives in the same small town as Dale Beatty, who helps build and modify homes for injured veterans. Robinette had heard about Beatty's organization, and she saw nominating him as a way to help draw attention to his efforts.

"To be able to take that time to do that, I was thankful that I did and thankful that (he was) honored in that way," Robinette said. "It felt great to be a part of that."

It's easy to nominate the person whose work you admire. But a thoughtful, well-written nomination is essential to help yours stand out from the thousands we receive. Here are some suggestions we hope will help you in crafting your nomination for consideration as a 2017 CNN Hero.

* Think about what makes your hero special. Ask yourself: What makes my nominee unique? What specific accomplishment has he or she achieved that is truly remarkable? What impact has his or her work had on others? We encourage you to watch videos of previous CNN Heroes to familiarize yourself with the achievements of the inspiring individuals we honor as "everyday people changing the world."

* Take a look at our nomination form. We suggest you review the information requested about yourself, your nominee and his or her work before filling out your submission.

* Tell us about your hero. Take your time and write from the heart. Remember: What you share -- in your own words -- is the most important factor in advancing a nomination for further consideration. You can enter your answers to the essay questions directly on the form, or write them first in a word-processing document and cut and paste them into each answer field. Please note the information you provide will be used in accordance with our privacy policy.

* Click "Submit." If your nomination has been successfully transmitted, you'll see a "thank you" message on your screen. This is the only confirmation you will receive. And yes, we read each and every one.
Frequently Asked Questions Q: Who is eligible to be considered as a CNN Hero?
A: Nominations must be in the name of a single individual, at least 13 years of age, whose accomplishment occurred (or continued) after December 1, 2016. Groups and organizations are ineligible for consideration. Self-nominations will not be accepted. For complete details on eligibility requirements and other rules governing selection of CNN Heroes, please read our legal disclosures.
Q: How will I know if my hero is selected?
A: Because of the high volume of nominations received, we cannot respond individually to each submission. However, if your nomination advances, we will contact you and your nominee through the contact information you provide.
Q: What if I don't know my nominee's address, email and telephone number?
A: Please make every effort to provide as much contact information as possible. We require either an email address or telephone number so we may quickly contact your nominee to obtain permission for consideration as a CNN Hero.
Q: May I submit additional supportive information about my nominee?
A: There's space at the end of the form to provide links to articles or websites with more information about your hero. Please do not send additional material unless requested.
Q: May I mail or fax my nomination?
A: No. All nominations must be submitted online through our website.
Q: What if my nomination form is rejected?
A: When filling out your form, please note that certain information is required. Those fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

CNN is not responsible for technical problems that may prevent your submission from being successfully transmitted. You may wish to first write and save the answers to essay questions in a word-processing document. That way, if you need to resubmit your nomination, you can cut and paste those answers into the form and avoid having to rewrite them.
Q: Can I buy tickets to "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute"?
A: Unfortunately, seating is limited and by invitation only. Air dates and times for the global broadcast of "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute" will be announced in October, 2017.

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your hero could be a cnn hero! - cnn.com

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They are CNN Heroes, each of whom shows how one person can truly make a difference. Again this year, CNN encourages you to tell us about these everyday people changing the world -- by nominating them at CNNHeroes.com. Taking a few minutes to share their story with us could propel them to worldwide recognition.

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Apr 21, 2017
Pet shop from 'Rocky' films demolished
The building was home to the fictional pet store where Rocky courted his eventual wife, Adrian. It was featured in several of the films and was a frequent stop on tours designed for Rocky fans.  The building, once a real pet shop, had been empty for several years.

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How to stop mindless eating
Eating mindfully can help you lose weight and live longer, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta says.

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Eating mindfully can help you lose weight and live longer, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta says.

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cavs came back to win again ageist the pacers

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CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Indiana Pacers on Thursday in Game 3 of the 2017 Eastern Conference playoffs opening round.

Follow along in the comments section as Chris Fedor and Joe Noga bring you observations and analysis throughout the game.

Make sure to follow Fedor and Noga on Twitter.

Eastern Conference opening round, Game 2: Cavs (2-0) vs. Pacers (0-2)

Tipoff: 7 p.m. at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

TV/radio: TNT; FoxSports Ohio; WTAM 1100 AM; 87.7 FM (ESP).

Cavs probable starting lineup: Kevin Love, LeBron James, Iman Shumpert, Tristan Thompson, Kyrie Irving.

Pacers probable starting lineup: Paul George, Jeff Teague, Myles Turner, Thaddeus Young, Monta Ellis.

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Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers, Game 3: Live updates, score and chat

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CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Indiana Pacers on Thursday in Game 3 of the 2017 Eastern Conference playoffs opening round. Follow along in the comments section as Chris Fedor and Joe Noga bring you observations and analysis throughout the game. Make sure to follow Fedor and Noga on Twitter.

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Apr 21,2017

Reebok’s Next Shoe Will Be Made From Corn

The Cotton + Corn initiative will be the first project in the world to create a plant-based athletic shoe.Once the corn shoes have reached the end of their life span, they will be used to fertilize the soil and create the next generation of recyclable footwear.