Fully vaccinated New York Yankees third base coach Phil Nevin has tested positive for Covid-19. This is what is known as a "breakthough positive" case. While the vaccines all have a very high efficacy rate, they're not 100%, so these things do happen. Nevin, who began his professional baseball career as the first overall pick in the 1992 MLB Draft, is currently in isolation … [Read more...] about Yankees 3B Coach Phil Nevin Has Covid-19 ‘Breakthrough’ Positive
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Northwestern A.D. Hire Met with Strong Backlash, Planned Protests
When it comes to the Northwestern Athletic Director position, post Dr. Jim Phillips, indeed what a long, strange trip it's been. After Philips left to become ACC Commissioner, the A.D. search received only a minimal amount of media coverage, and the school did a great job of keeping information from leaking out. And despite the search dragging on for multiple months, NU … [Read more...] about Northwestern A.D. Hire Met with Strong Backlash, Planned Protests
Ronaldo Rape Accuser Kathryn Mayorga Demanding £56M in Damages
Kathryn Mayorga, the woman accusing Cristiano Ronaldo of raping her in a Las Vegas hotel room in 2009 has now set a demands. According to court documents released this week, the former model and schoolteacher from Henderson, Nevada is seeking £56million ($77.4m, 64.5 EUR) in punitive damages. Ronaldo has strongly and consistently denied the serious allegations against him. … [Read more...] about Ronaldo Rape Accuser Kathryn Mayorga Demanding £56M in Damages
Yankees, White Sox Set Great MLB Example Regarding COVID Vaccine
As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to rollout across the country, some Major League Baseball teams are doing a much better job with the process than others. Obviously, MLB players, for the most part, are not typically in the categories and demographic classifications that are high risk, and therefore prioritized in the rollout. However, at this stage in the game, most states … [Read more...] about Yankees, White Sox Set Great MLB Example Regarding COVID Vaccine
Cubs Detail COVID Safety Protocols at the Ballpark this Season
Are you ready to return to the Friendly Confines, Chicago Cubs fans? If so, you better stay safe, wear a mask and keep your social distancing up. Tomorrow is opening day at Wrigley Field, against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and weather wise, it's going to be a character builder. The forecast calls for an air temperature of right about freezing (33 degrees F) around the time of … [Read more...] about Cubs Detail COVID Safety Protocols at the Ballpark this Season
Consulting Psychics: Why People Are Obsessed With Fortune Telling
Several people turn to psychics, or those with heightened sensory capabilities, for various reasons. If you have even consulted a psychic before and you garnered a positive experience from it, then you are most likely to understand why some simply turn to psychics to help them make major decisions in their lives. This article lists down some of the reasons why people heavily … [Read more...] about Consulting Psychics: Why People Are Obsessed With Fortune Telling
Lebron James Dunks on Zlatan Ibrahimovic for ‘Stick to Sports’ Bit
You knew Lebron James wasn't going to take a "stick to sports" or "just shut up and dribble" from Zlatan Ibrahmovic lying down. On Thursday, Ibrahimovic said in an interview that James should stay out of politics and not use his very large platform for social issues like he has been doing repeatedly, and beautifully. Ibrahmiovic said that people should only do what they're … [Read more...] about Lebron James Dunks on Zlatan Ibrahimovic for ‘Stick to Sports’ Bit
Will Online Poker in Illinois be Legal in 2021?
If you're a poker player in Illinois, you have many great opportunities for live poker. There are several casinos in the state with great card rooms. Several regular significant tournaments take place throughout the year. Although casinos and major poker brands like PokerStars do not yet allow you to play online poker, there are not many Illinois options to play online for real … [Read more...] about Will Online Poker in Illinois be Legal in 2021?
Yankee Stadium to Become Mass Covid-19 Vaccination Site on Friday
The New York Yankees and Yankee Stadium are going all out to do their part in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. As of Friday, Yankee Stadium will be a mass vaccination site, with 15,000 appointments available the first week. The announcement was made today, via the office of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and New York City mayor Bill De Blasio. "It's abundantly clear … [Read more...] about Yankee Stadium to Become Mass Covid-19 Vaccination Site on Friday
Liverpool: an Example of How Football Can Help a City Grow
As Liverpool Football Club paraded their sixth European title through the city’s streets, a sense of togetherness was palpable in the air. Children, mothers, fathers, and grandparents all gathered together to catch a glimpse of their heroes. The city has faced untold hardship over the decades, not just in a footballing sense, so moments like this help Liverpool and scousers … [Read more...] about Liverpool: an Example of How Football Can Help a City Grow