Phoenix Suns Owner Suspended and Fined After Investigation
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Phoenix Suns Owner Suspended and Fined After Investigation
Phoenix Suns Owner , Suspended and Fined , After Investigation .
Robert Sarver, the owner of the Phoenix Suns and Mercury,
has been suspended for one year by the NBA after an
investigation uncovered racist and sexist workplace conduct.
Robert Sarver, the owner of the Phoenix Suns and Mercury,
has been suspended for one year by the NBA after an
investigation uncovered racist and sexist workplace conduct.
NBC reports that officials
said that Sarver will also
be fined $10 million.
.
According to a league statement, Sarver will be
barred from all NBA and WNBA buildings,
"including any office, arena, or practice facility.".
The NBA said that he also will not be
allowed to participate in any NBA or WNBA
event or represent the team in any capacity.
Sarver will also be barred from having any involvement
in any team business or basketball operations
or play any role in any league governance.
NBC reports that the investigation was sparked after a November 4th ESPN story revealed long-standing allegations against Sarver.
Those allegations included racism
and misogyny within the
Phoenix basketball operation.
New York-based law firm, Watchell, Lipton, Rosen
& Katz were commissioned by the NBA to lead the
probe, which included interviews of over 320 people.
New York-based law firm, Watchell, Lipton, Rosen
& Katz were commissioned by the NBA to lead the
probe, which included interviews of over 320 people.
The statements and conduct
described in the findings
of the independent investigation
are troubling and disappointing, Adam Silver, NBA Commissioner, via NBC.
NBC reports that Sarver's suspension comes
after the Suns recorded a franchise
record of 64 victories in 2021-22.
NBC reports that Sarver's suspension comes
after the Suns recorded a franchise
record of 64 victories in 2021-22
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Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
Biden Looks to Energize , Young Voters With Earth Day , Solar Energy Grants.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
NBC reports that President Joe Biden will mark
Earth Day with the announcement of $7 billion
in federal grants for residential solar projects.
The grants will bring solar energy
to over 900,000 households in both
low- and middle-income communities. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
According to senior administration officials, the
projects receiving additional funding will reduce emissions
by 30 million metric tons and save $350 million every year. .
NBC reports that solar power has gained
traction as a clean energy source that could
help reduce U.S. reliance on fossil fuels.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
However, the high cost of initial installation
makes solar energy inaccessible
for many households in the U.S.
49 of the new grants will be awarded at
the state level, six more will serve Native American
tribes and another five are multi-state awards.
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
The grants will be used for renewable
investments that include rooftop solar
and community solar gardens. .
Officials say that the latest environmental
announcements are part of an effort to energize
young voters ahead of his upcoming reelection campaign.
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
Biden also reportedly plans to expand the
American Climate Corps green jobs training program,
which was created last year by executive action. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda. .
The corps, which will offer nearly 2,000 positions across
36 states, is meant to offer young Americans the chance
to help enact the Biden administration's climate agenda.
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Olympic Break-Dancing , Is Making Its First Appearance , at the Paris Games.
NBC reports that break-dancing will
make its debut as an official Olympic
sport at the upcoming Paris Games.
Also known as breaking, the sport
features headspins, windmills, various
"freeze" moves and will be set to music.
According to the Paris Olympics, the sport is , "characterized by acrobatic movements, stylized
footwork and the key role played by the DJ and
the MC (master of ceremonies) during battles.".
The sport first made an appearance
at the 2018 Youth Olympics
in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
According to NBC Olympics, the event
garnered over one million viewers,
a much wider audience than many other sports.
According to NBC Olympics, the event
garnered over one million viewers,
a much wider audience than many other sports.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including
three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing.
NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort
by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
to draw in younger viewers and athletes. .
NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort
by the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
to draw in younger viewers and athletes. .
The Paris Olympics breaking competition
will be split into two events on August 9
and 10 at La Concorde Urban Park.
According to the Paris Olympics, the event
will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles.".
According to the Paris Olympics, the event
will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles."
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Carl Erskine, , 1950s Dodgers Pitcher, , Dead at 97.
NBC reports that the baseball legend
died at Community Hospital Anderson in Indiana.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
He was one of the last surviving members of the
celebrated Brooklyn teams from the 1950s, having
spent his entire career playing for the Dodgers.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
Between 1948 and 1959,
Erskine and the Dodgers took home
five National League pennants.
The right-handed pitcher had a career record of 122-78 with 981 strikeouts and an ERA of 4.00.
Erskine's best season came in 1953
when he led the National League
with a record of 20-6.
In 1954, Erskine had another
All-Star season, winning 18 games.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
Out of his five World Series appearances,
the Dodgers beat the Yankees
in 1955 to win their only championship.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
With Erskine's passing, 88-year-old
Sandy Koufax becomes the lone surviving
Dodgers player from that 1955 World Series team.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
In July of 2023, the Baseball Hall of Fame's
board of directors awarded Erskine with
the Buck O'Neil lifetime achievement award.
For millions of fans, he was
a baseball hero. For his family
and thousands of Special Olympians,
Carl was someone who always
believed everything was possible. , Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC.
His legacy is one
of deep compassion
and encouragement
of the human spirit, Jane Forbes Clark, Baseball Hall of Fame chairman, via NBC
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Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style.
Beyoncé's Latest Album , Boosts Sales for , Western Style.
NBC reports that sales of western style
boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé
released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. .
NBC reports that sales of western style
boots have surged over 20% since Beyoncé
released her recent 'Cowboy Carter' album. .
The album marked the music
superstar's first entry in
the country genre. .
According to consumer behavior firm Circana,
there were significant boosts to unit sales for
western style boots even before the full album dropped. .
According to consumer behavior firm Circana,
there were significant boosts to unit sales for
western style boots even before the full album dropped. .
The Wild West aesthetic started to
experience a surge with the release of
the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'.
The Wild West aesthetic started to
experience a surge with the release of
the singles 'Texas Hold 'Em' and '16 Carriages.'.
Since the start of April,
Boot Barn shares have
shot up over 4%. .
NBC points out that the 32-time Grammy
winner's most recent album comes amid
a wave of cultural push for western-inspired styles.
Earlier this year, Louis Vuitton released the
American Western line at Paris Fashion Week. .
In addition to stagecoach-inspired boots,
the new line showcased western style
classics like bolo ties and cowboy hats.
The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to
analysts about the boost the company received from
a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'.
The CEO of Levi Strauss, Michelle Gass, spoke to
analysts about the boost the company received from
a song on 'Cowboy Carter' being titled 'Levii's Jeans.'.
I don’t think there’s any better evidence
or proof point than having someone like
Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper,
to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC.
I don’t think there’s any better evidence
or proof point than having someone like
Beyoncé, who is a culture shaper,
to actually name a song after us, Michelle Gass, CEO of Levi Strauss, via NBC
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Harry and Meghan , Are Bringing 2 New Shows to Netflix.
Harry and Meghan , Are Bringing 2 New Shows to Netflix.
NBC reports that Prince Harry and his wife,
Meghan, have announced a new partnership between
their Archewell Productions company and Netflix.
NBC reports that Prince Harry and his wife,
Meghan, have announced a new partnership between
their Archewell Productions company and Netflix.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex
will produce two separate TV shows
about cooking and polo.
According to a press release
from Archewell, both shows are
still in an early stage of production.
The press release added that titles
and release dates will be revealed , "in the coming months.".
According to the press release,
the first of the two new shows will , "celebrate the joys of cooking and
gardening, entertaining and friendship.".
The second series will reportedly
center on the world of polo, a sport
associated with aristocratic British culture. .
Known primarily for its aesthetic
and social scene, the series will
pull the curtain back on the grit
and passion of the sport,
capturing players and all it takes
to compete at the highest level, Archewell Productions press release, via NBC.
Known primarily for its aesthetic
and social scene, the series will
pull the curtain back on the grit
and passion of the sport,
capturing players and all it takes
to compete at the highest level, Archewell Productions press release, via NBC.
The upcoming shows are part of
a multi-year deal that Archewell
signed with Netflix after forming in 2020. .
In 2022, the couple released a documentary series
on Netflix which centered on Harry's rift with senior
royals and his departure from official royal duties.
In 2023, Harry's memoir, 'Spare,'
detailing his perspective on his bitter split
with the royal family, became a bestseller.
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The WNBA draft took place on April 15
at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
The WNBA draft took place on April 15
at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
Clark, the record-breaking NCAA star who's amplified interest in women's basketball, is headed to play with Indiana, ESPN reports. .
Clark, the record-breaking NCAA star who's amplified interest in women's basketball, is headed to play with Indiana, ESPN reports. .
I dreamed of this moment since I was in
second grade, and it's taken a lot of hard
work, a lot of ups and downs, but more
than anything, just trying to soak it in, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
The last time that the Fever won a
WNBA title was in 2012, ESPN reports. .
The last time that the Fever won a
WNBA title was in 2012, ESPN reports. .
But Clark is determined to help the team
"get back to championship habits." .
I'm very lucky to be going there
to an organization that really
loves women's basketball, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
You see it today, I think they had 17,000
tickets claimed to just watch the draft.
I think that shows the excitement in
Indianapolis. It's a great basketball city, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
For myself, I can't imagine a more perfect
fit, a better place for me to start my
professional career, an organization that
really just believes in women's basketball
and wants to do everything the right way. , Caitlin Clark, via statement.
So I couldn't be more
excited to get there, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
Other top WNBA picks include
Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson,
who are headed to the Los Angeles Sparks.
Other top WNBA picks include
Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson,
who are headed to the Los Angeles Sparks.
and Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese,
who will play with the Chicago Sky.
and Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese,
who will play with the Chicago Sky
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Ex-Ohtani Interpreter , Likely to Face Federal Charges, Sources Say.
NBC reports that Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter
may face federal charges in connection with a
gambling investigation into a California bookie. .
According to sources, Ohtani has
been assisting with the investigation.
The news from NBC follows a similar report by TMZ
that Ippei Mizuhara, the former Ohtani interpreter,
will be facing charges by federal authorities.
On March 21, Mizuhara was fired by the L.A. Dodgers
after attorneys representing Ohtani alleged
"massive theft" had occurred related to sports gambling.
On March 21, Mizuhara was fired by the L.A. Dodgers
after attorneys representing Ohtani alleged
"massive theft" had occurred related to sports gambling.
In response, Major League Baseball , opened an investigation. .
On March 25, Ohtani made his first public comments on
the matter, saying that he had been betrayed and lied to,
while denying any involvement in gambling.
I’m very saddened and
shocked that someone
who I trusted has done this, Shohei Ohtani, via NBC.
Ippei has been stealing
money from my account
and has told lies, Shohei Ohtani, via NBC.
NBC reports that Mizuhara is both Ohtani's
interpreter and long-time friend who has had
a constant presence beside the baseball phenom.
The scandal, involving over $4.5 million in wire transfers
from Ohtani's account, was brought to light
following reports by ESPN and the 'Los Angeles Times.'
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OJ Simpson , Dead at 76.
The football star and actor who was acquitted of murder charges in the '90s has died after battling prostate cancer, ESPN reports. .
His family took to X on April 10
to share the news of his death. .
On April 10th, our father,
Orenthal James Simpson,
succumbed to his battle with cancer. , O.J. Simpson's family, via X.
He was surrounded by his
children and grandchildren. , O.J. Simpson's family, via X.
During this time of transition, his family
asks that you please respect their
wishes for privacy and grace, O.J. Simpson's family, via X.
Simpson played in the NFL for 11 seasons, nine of which were with the Buffalo Bills.
But his football career was overshadowed by the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown,
and her friend, Ronald Goldman, in 1994.
But his football career was overshadowed by the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown,
and her friend, Ronald Goldman, in 1994.
Simpson, a murder suspect at the time, famously led L.A. police on a low-speed chase in a white Ford Bronco driven by Al Cowlings.
About 95 million people tuned
in to watch the televised chase.
About 95 million people tuned
in to watch the televised chase.
In 1995, Simpson was found not guilty of murder, but in 1997, he was found liable for the two deaths and was ordered to pay the victims' family members $33.5 million.
At the age of 61, Simpson was imprisoned
for armed robbery and other felonies. .
He served a nine-year sentence.
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Caitlin Clark , Has No Regrets , Following Loss
to South Carolina.
Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes lost 87-75
to the South Carolina Gamecocks in the national championship game on April 7.
Even though the Hawkeyes lost in the finals both
this year to South Carolina and last year to LSU, .
Iowa had only made it to the Final Four
one other time in 1993, ESPN reports. .
Iowa had only made it to the Final Four
one other time in 1993, ESPN reports. .
When I reflect back on my
[Iowa] career, I know I gave
it every single thing I had, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
Basically, everybody believed
there's no way Iowa was making
the Final Four once. But to do it
twice? That's pretty incredible, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
Clark also said that she has no regrets
about how her college career ended. .
Clark also said that she has no regrets
about how her college career ended. .
Whether it's the way the fans have
supported me, the way I've been able
to represent my state where I grew up,
my family being at every single game -- , Caitlin Clark, via statement.
... there's not a regret in my
mind of how things went, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
I'll be able to sleep every night
even though I never won a
national championship, Caitlin Clark, via statement.
Clark leaves Iowa as one of the
best players in NCAA history.
Clark leaves Iowa as one of the
best players in NCAA history.
She had 3,951 points, 1,144 assists and 990 rebounds throughout the course of her college career.
Clark has her eyes set on the WNBA next. She's expected to be the No. 1 draft pick by the Indiana Fever on April 15, ESPN reports. .
Clark has her eyes set on the WNBA next. She's expected to be the No. 1 draft pick by the Indiana Fever on April 15, ESPN reports.
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