Books: "The Gimmicks" By Chris McCormick

The Gimmicks
By Chris McCormick
Harper; hardcover, 354 pages; $27.99; available Tuesday, January 7

The United States Congress recently gave long-overdue recognition and denunciation of the Armenian Genocide brings an urgency and a powerful resonance to Chris McCormick's debut novel, The Gimmicks, a story of history and violence denied.

Books: "Grace Is Gone" By Emily Elgar

Grace Is Gone
By Emily Elgar
Harper Paperbacks; paperback, $16.99; available Tuesday, January 7

Emily Elgar is originally from the Cotswolds, she studied at Edinburgh University, and then worked for a nonprofit organization providing support services for sex workers in the United Kingdom. She went on to Faber Academy to complete the novel writing course, and her first novel, If You Knew Her, became an international bestseller.

NYCFC Names Ronny Deila Its New Head Coach

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New York City Football Club announced that Ronny Deila has been appointed as their new Head Coach, and he has signed a three-year contract.

Betances On Joining Mets: "Definitely a lot of things that I'm excited about"

Dellin Betances in his new pinstripes. Photo by Jason Schott.

The Mets introduced Dellin Betances, their new star reliever, on Thursday at Citi Field. 

BVW On Betances: "He's got size, he's got strength, and he's got swagger"

Mets General Manager Brodie Van Wagenen presents Dellin Betances with his new cap. Photo by Jason Schott.

On Thursday at Citi Field, the Mets introduced their new star relief pitcher, Dellin Betances, whom they recently signed to a one-year contract.

Yankees Pitcher Domingo German Suspended 81 Games

Domingo German.

Yankees pitcher Domingo German has been suspended 81 games for violating Major League Baseball's Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Child Abuse Policy.

Yankees Legend Don Larsen Passes Away At 90

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Legendary Yankees pitcher Don Larsen, the only man to ever pitch a perfect game in the World Series, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 90.