Olympic athletes to wear their own medals at Tokyo ceremonies

[ad_1] TOKYO (AP) – Athletes at the Tokyo Olympics will put their medals around their necks to protect against the spread of the coronavirus. The “very significant change” to the traditional medal ceremonies in the 339 events was revealed on Wednesday by the president of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach. “The medals will not … Read more

Richard Sherman Faces Domestic Violence Burglary Charge After Arrest | Launderer report

[ad_1] AP Photo / Jennifer Stewart Free agent cornerback Richard Sherman was arrested Wednesday morning and convicted of “domestic violence burglary” at the Seattle Correctional Center, according to Adam schefter from ESPN. The 33-year-old was denied bail. Sherman has not been formally charged and cannot be charged until his court appearance Thursday afternoon, per Schefter. … Read more

Ever wanted to stay in the home of a former Olympian? Scottie Pippen Gives You The Chance – USA TODAY

[ad_1] Ever wanted to stay in the home of a former Olympian? Scottie Pippen gives you the chanceUSA TODAY NBA legend Scottie Pippen announces his Chicago mansion on Airbnb in honor of the OlympicsYahoo Entertainment Scottie Pippen Opens Home Via Airbnb For Olympics FansChicago Tribune Scottie Pippen rents Chicago house to fans for Tokyo Olympics … Read more

Consent and choice of NPR cookies

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Kofi Cockburn plans to return to Illinois or Florida state with Kentucky out of sight – The Athletic

[ad_1] Despite a deep connection with the two new Kentucky assistant coaches and plenty of recent rumors that the Wildcats would complete their talent frenzy by removing Illinois star Kofi Cockburn from the transfer portal, multiple sources now say the All-American 7-footer doesn’t come to Lexington after all. Cockburn has retired from the NBA Draft … Read more

2 dead, 2 seriously injured in Northland home fire involving 3 children – KMBC Kansas City

[ad_1] 2 dead, 2 seriously injured in Northland house fire involving 3 childrenKMBC Kansas City 2 dead, 3 injured in Kansas City home fire that hospitalized children, police sayKansas City Star Popular Kansas City Morning Radio Host Johnny Dare in HospitalKMBC Kansas City Popular Kansas City radio host Johnny Dare off the air in hospitalWDAF … Read more

Racists have targeted black players in England. 1 million people have signed a petition to ban perpetrators from lifelong matches. – The Washington Post

[ad_1] Racists have targeted black players in England. 1 million people have signed a petition to ban perpetrators from lifelong matches.The Washington Post Black soccer players in England face racist abuse on social media. How can these platforms do better?TIME UK Prime Minister Johnson pledges to tackle racist abuse onlineReuters UK Portsmouth investigate academy players … Read more

Joe Rogan attacks Sha’Carri Richardson 2020 Olympic weed ban

[ad_1] Joe Rogan is never the type to fear a hot take. It was no different when he spoke about Sha’Carri Richardson’s ban from the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Olympics due to testing positive for marijuana. The UFC color comedian, podcaster and commentator believes the Olympics are “100 percent t-horses,” so he can’t compete. He also … Read more

Ben Simmons, Collin Sexton and more

[ad_1] The biggest bombshell from Shams’ report on Tuesday was about Simmons. In this report, Athleticism said the 76ers are open to business regarding a potential trade with Simmons and have had such discussions with teams in the league before: The 76ers opened business conversations around Simmons and engaged with teams, sources told The Athletic. … Read more