Live updates: Kobe and Gianna Bryant’s memorial service
Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan in December 1997. Vincent Laforet/AFP/Getty Images NBA legend Michael Jordan got tearful as he talked…
Fired Kansas City school worker blames bosses for faked data
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Bernie Sanders’ disastrous answer on ’60 Minutes’
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Car drives into carnival procession in Germany, several hurt
The driver has been arrested, police said. February 24, 2020, 6:34 PM 3 min read A 29-year-old man was arrested…
Is it safe for travelers to visit Italy?
(CNN) — The novel coronavirus may have originated in Wuhan, China, but it’s since spread to more than 30 countries…
Trail runner breaks leg, crawls for more than 10 hours to reach rescuers at Olympic National Park
Joe Oldendorf, 26, knew he had to stay warm and keep moving, he said. February 24, 2020, 6:59 PM 5…
Italy coronavirus cases soar as authorities scramble to find patient zero
Italy’s confirmed cases surged from three on Friday morning to more than 200 by Monday. Five people have died and…
Crackdown on immigrants who use public benefits takes effect
PHOENIX — Pastor Antonio Velasquez says that before the Trump administration announced a crackdown on immigrants using government social services,…
Immunologist: We are clearly at the brink of a pandemic
Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, explains what a pandemic…
US appeals court upholds Trump rules involving abortions
A U.S. appeals court has upheld Trump administration rules imposing more hurdles for women seeking abortions By GENE JOHNSON Associated…
Stranded lobsters and missing wedding dresses: The coronavirus’ global reach
The food we eat, the work we do and the clothes we wear — many are daily reminders of the…
Men hire lawyer over alleged abuse by U. of Michigan doctor
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Several men alleging sexual abuse by a deceased University of Michigan doctor have retained a California…
Gilead Sciences drug may help treat coronavirus symptoms, according to WHO
Gilead Sciences (GILD) was the top performing stock in the S&P 500 and was just one of two stocks in…
Girl, 11, brings AR-15 to Idaho hearing on gun legislation
An 11-year-old girl toting a loaded AR-15 assault weapon appeared Monday with her grandfather, who is supporting legislation that would…
Coronavirus outbreak has ‘pandemic potential’ but it’s not there yet, WHO says
Although WHO has declared the outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern,” the outbreak has not met the criteria…
Islamic Jihad announces cease-fire to end Israel fighting
JERUSALEM — The Islamic Jihad militant group in the Gaza Strip announced a unilateral cease-fire on Monday, calling for a…
US State Department urges travelers to avoid any water-based travel in Asia
(CNN) — In yet another blow to the troubled cruise industry, US travelers are being urged to steer clear of…
TSA bans employees from using TikTok to create content for the agency
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Kobe Bryant service latest: Vanessa Bryant opens up, Michael Jordan wipes away tears
A public memorial service is underway at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles to honor NBA great Kobe Bryant…
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Riek Machar is appointed South Sudan's vice-president for third time
South Sudan’s president Salva Kiir on Friday appointed rebel leader Riek Machar as vice president, paving way for the formation…
Between war and talks: Egypt shocked by Ethiopia PM's dam remarks
Ethiopia’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning prime minister warned Tuesday that if there’s a need to go to war over a dam…
Riek Machar visits South Sudan to save peace deal
South Sudanese rebel leader Riek Machar ON Saturday arrived in Juba to try and save the fragile peace agreement as…
Gambian soldiers sentenced for plotting to overthrow president Barrow
Gambian soldiers who plotted to overthrow president Adama Barrow in 2017 were on Monday sentenced by the Court Martial.* The…
Nick Wright & Greg Jennings react to Tyson Fury's win over Deontay Wilder | PBC | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Tyson Fury beat Deontay Wilder in the 7th round, making him a two-time heavyweight champion. Nick Wright and Greg Jennings…
Eagles wouldn't have beat Seahawks even with Carson Wentz — Nick Wright | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Greg Jennings recap the Seattle Seahawks vs. Philadelphia Eagles Wild Card game and discuss if Eagles would’ve…
LeBron vs Giannis, Joe Burrow, Tom Brady, Kawhi Leonard (2.18.20) | FIRST THINGS FIRST Audio Podcast
Topics ▻ LeBron vs. Giannis (00:05) ▻ Joe Burrow (24:42) ▻ Tom Brady (30:11) ▻ Kawhi Leonard (1:11:51) SUBSCRIBE to…
Russell Westbrook, Kyrie Irving, Baker Mayfield, Wentz (2.21.20) | FIRST THINGS FIRST Audio Podcast
Topics ▻ Russell Westbrook (00:05) ▻ Kyrie Irving (12:21) ▻ Baker Mayfield (22:38) ▻ Carson Wentz (43:22) SUBSCRIBE to get…
NBA All-Star Game, Tom Brady, Astros, DeMarcus Cousins (2.17.20) | FIRST THINGS FIRST Audio Podcast
Topics ▻ NBA All-Star Game (00:05) ▻ Tom Brady (26:51) ▻ Astros (35:21) ▻ DeMarcus Cousins (45:35) SUBSCRIBE to get…
Drew Brees has enough in the tank to make Saints contenders — Chris Canty | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Quarterback Drew Brees has announced that he will be returning to the New Orleans Saints for his 20th season in…
Russ Westbrook should've been ejected but he's not a bad guy — Broussard | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Houston Rockets’ player Russell Westbrook was ejected for a technical foul in game vs the Golden State Warriors. After the…
Patrick Mahomes is the best QB in the NFL right now — Dan Marino | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Hall of Famer Dan Marino joins Nick Wright and Brandon Flowers to talk about his playing career and which modern…
Injury prone Kyrie Irving should be a concern for Nets — Vince Goodwill | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Chris Broussard and Vince Goodwill talk about Kyrie Irving being declared done for the season with a shoulder injury and…
Nick Wright reacts to the LeBron, Lakers' OT win in Denver | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Antoine Walker react to the Los Angeles Lakers 120-116 OT win over the Denver Nuggets. Nick discusses…
Kawhi is feeling the pressure, LeBron is best closer in NBA — Nick Wright | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright is joined by Vince Goodwill to talk NBA. Saturday night Kawhi Leonard let his normally stoic facade slip…
Belichick sees Brady as stopgap — Pats won't pay top dollar — Westbrook | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Brian Westbrook are in agreement that Tom Brady is a stopgap when it comes to the New…
Jayson Tatum shut Kawhi down in Clippers loss to Celtics — Nick Wright | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright is joined by former NBA player Ryan Hollins to talk the Los Angeles Clippers’ loss to the Boston…
The Steelers' organization is praying Big Ben will retire — Chris Canty | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright is joined by Chris Canty to talk the Pittsburgh Steelers. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s elbow injury have many questioning…
'Embiid & Simmons combo could work for 76ers with new coach' — Broussard | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Philadelphia 76ers player Joel Embiid recently told the media that he and teammate Ben Simmons are able to put their…
Colts' Darius Leonard on PFF rating, Andrew Luck & tackling Derrick Henry | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
All-Pro Linebacker from the Indianapolis Colts Darius Leonard joins Chris Broussard and Doug Gottlieb to talk about his 2019 season.…
Tom Brady playing with Vegas Raiders makes sense to me — Doug Gottlieb | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Doug Gottlieb and Chris Broussard react to reports that the Las Vegas Raiders are willing to offer free agent Tom…
With Steph Curry's return, Warriors will be a top 4 team — Antoine Walker | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright is joined by NBA All-star Antoine Walker to talk The Golden State Warriors’ owner, who plans to ‘field…
Dak Prescott isn't a top 5 QB, but he's still a winner — Chris Broussard | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Chris Broussard and Doug Gottlieb talk Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, who’s still in limbo as contract negotiations are still…
Chris Broussard: I'll take the Clippers over the Lakers in 7-game series | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Chris Broussard agrees with NBA legend Magic Johnson, who recently predicted that the Los Angeles Lakers and the Clippers will…
Raiders, Chargers & Bucs will be vying for Tom Brady — Brian Westbrook | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
With Tom Brady’s free agency approaching, many predict that a flurry of teams will be in on pulling the championship…
Reggie Jackson is plus for Clippers, talks small-ball Rockets — Broussard | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Chris Broussard talks the newest addition to the Los Angeles Clippers after news broke that bought out Reggie Jackson would…
‘The NBA All-Star game was the best I’ve seen in years’ — Chris Broussard | NBA | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Chris Broussard and Doug Gottlieb talk the NBA All-Star game. Team Giannis and Team LeBron took to the court to…
Michael B. Jordan, Lena Waithe and more STUN at NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 22: Janelle Monáe attends the 51st NAACP Image Awards, Presented by BET, at Pasadena Civic Auditorium…
TV host and lifestyle expert B. Smith dies of Alzheimer’s
Television personality, fashion model and entrepreneur B. Smith has died at age 70 after a seven-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Smith’s…
Tyson Fury gives Deontay Wilder first pro loss with 7th round TKO
Tyson Fury punches Deontay Wilde in the seventh round fighting to a draw during the WBC Heavyweight Championship at Staples…
Rihanna’s NAACP Image Awards speech calls for unity in hopes to ‘fix this world’
(Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images) Rihanna was honored with the NAACP Image Awards’ 2020 President’s Award, highlighting her efforts…
Blue Ivy Carter wins her first NAACP Image Award at 8-years-old
At just eight-years-old Blue Ivy Carter can say she is an NAACP Image Award winner after “Brown Skin Girl” won…
Rihanna, Lizzo and Jamie Foxx win big at NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP celebrated a year of achievement with the 51st NAACP Image Awards broadcasted live on BET. The big winners…
Birdman talks new docuseries and squashing beef with Lil Wayne
Birdman dropped by Everyday Struggle to promote his upcoming Cash Money docuseries, New Cash Order. The new Spotify docuseries recently…
Black Twitter responds to Red Table Talk clip of Snoop Dogg episode
A Red Table Talk promo clip with Jada Pinkett Smith telling Snoop Dogg that his profanity-laced Instagram video skewing Gayle…
Will Laila Ali come out of retirement to fight Claressa Shields?
For the past several days, Laila Ali and Claressa Shields have traded smack talk about a potential fight between the…
Pioneering NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson of ‘Hidden Figures’ fame has died at 101
HAMPTON, Va. (AP) — NASA says Katherine Johnson, a mathematician who worked on NASA’s early space missions and was portrayed…
Georgia former cop found guilty of kicking handcuffed man in the head
A white Georgia police officer has been found guilty of stomping a Black handcuffed man in the head during a…
White Western Michigan University choir accused of cultural appropriation over negro spirituals
Western Michigan University (Credit: Western Michigan University) Can white people sing “Go Down, Moses,” “Hammer, Ring” and other Negro spirituals?…