Sports figures react on social media to potential Twitter shutdown. It seems like the end might be in sight for the social media platform Twitter. And we’re not handling it all that well. The writing has been on the wall ever since Elon Musk purchased Twitter and then promptly thew the platform into a tailspin.
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Hurricane Ian is causing sports weather-related postponements and venue changes in the southeastern region of the United States. Hurricane Ian hit land on the West Coast of Florida on Wednesday night. It crossed the state and back into the Atlantic Ocean. The storm was downgraded from a category 4 hurricane to a tropical storm, but
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 25: Julian Edelman visits “Extra” at The Levi’s Store Times Square on June 25, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by John Lamparski/Getty Images) Patriots legend Julian Edelman and comedian Sam Morril on challenging Tom Brady, being friends with Bill Belichick and having bold NYC sports takes. Put Julian
Right after WNBA star Brittney Griner was sentenced to nine years in Russian prison, NFL reporters Ian Rapoport and James Palmer make light of her verdict. Even though NFL training camps are in full swing, the on-air talent still felt they needed to fill space with their off-the-air conversations. Soon enough, NFL reporters Ian Rapoport,
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 10: Robin Roberts speaks onstage during the 2021 ESPY Awards at Rooftop At Pier 17 on July 10, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images) Cardinals: Insane Albert Pujols graphic shows just how incredible he’s been by Mark Powell ESPN criticized after several nominated female athletes
After the Supreme Court overturned the 1973 ruling in Roe v. Wade, people across the sports world consider the effect on those who can become pregnant. On June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned the 1973 ruling in Roe v. Wade, a decision that federally protected the rights of Americans to have access
As the effects of the overturning of Roe v. Wade ripple throughout the nation, notable professional athletes and teams speak out while many remain silent. There’s an intersection between social justice and sports not because people are changing, but because platforms are. In 1969, Olympic gold medalist Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists
BRAZIL – 2022/04/11: In this photo illustration, the official profile of Elon Musk on the social network Twitter. The billionaire Elon Musk bought 9% of Twitter, an investment of USD 3 billion. (Photo Illustration by Rafael Henrique/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images) Reds executive apologizes to fans weeks after the fact by Eric Treuden Athletes react
NBA and NFL athletes used their platform to pressure Oklahoma governor Kevin Stitt to commute the sentence of Julius Jones hours before his execution. Athlete activism has seen an uptick in recent years, with countless athletes sharing their perspectives directly with fans. Professional athletes possess unparalleled platforms, as heroes to millions of adoring sports fans
LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 17: LeBron James (L) and Odell Beckham Jr. attend as Remy Martin presents Beats Party on February 17, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images for Remy Martin) Rams Roster: Rams wide receivers depth chart after signing Odell Beckham Jr. by Byron Smith When news broke that
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 23: Xander Zayas (L) and Frank Gore (R) walking to the ring before Xanders fight against Dan Karpency at State Farm Arena on October 23, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.(Photo by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images) Nick Chubb goes on COVID list, but may not miss a game because he’s
The sports world makes for a beautiful palette but individual images can get lost in the constant shuffle. Here are the best Getty Images sports photos from this week. Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrate winning Super Bowl LV against the Kansas City Chiefs at Raymond James Stadium
The sports world makes for a beautiful palette but individual images can get lost in the constant shuffle. Here are the best Getty Images sports photos from this week. Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates in the fourth quarter during the AFC Championship game against the Buffalo Bills at Arrowhead Stadium