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Michael Bloomberg tops the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of America’s biggest donors in 2023
Read full article: Michael Bloomberg tops the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of America’s biggest donors in 2023Michael Bloomberg, the former New York City mayor, gave the most to charitable causes last year, followed by Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny, and Michael Dell and his wife, Susan, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s exclusive list of the 50 Americans who donated the largest sums to nonprofits last year.
Atlanta Falcons complete a second interview with former Patriots coach Bill Belichick
Read full article: Atlanta Falcons complete a second interview with former Patriots coach Bill BelichickBill Belichick has completed his second coaching interview with the Atlanta Falcons, moving closer to joining the franchise that endured its biggest disappointment with him on the opposite sideline.
The Patriots don't just need a new coach. They need a quarterback and talent to put around him
Read full article: The Patriots don't just need a new coach. They need a quarterback and talent to put around himNew England Patriots owner Robert Kraft needs to find himself a new coach for the first time in almost a quarter century.
Patriots parting with Bill Belichick, who led team to 6 Super Bowl championships
Read full article: Patriots parting with Bill Belichick, who led team to 6 Super Bowl championshipsSix-time NFL champion Bill Belichick has agreed to part ways as the coach of the New England Patriots, bringing an end to his 24-year tenure as the architect of the most decorated dynasty of the league’s Super Bowl era.
Bill Belichick deflects questions about future, repeating 'I'm getting ready for Kansas City'
Read full article: Bill Belichick deflects questions about future, repeating 'I'm getting ready for Kansas City'New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick declined to discuss his future amid reports that owner Robert Kraft had already decided to fire the six-time Super Bowl champion after the season.
Adidas gives Yeezy sneaker sales a silver lining via donations to anti-hate groups, some US Jews say
Read full article: Adidas gives Yeezy sneaker sales a silver lining via donations to anti-hate groups, some US Jews sayLast October, sportswear giant Adidas cut ties with Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, due to his antisemitic comments.
Live updates | Titan's catastrophic implosion likely killed 5 occupants instantly, experts say
Read full article: Live updates | Titan's catastrophic implosion likely killed 5 occupants instantly, experts sayExperts say the Titan submersible suffered a catastrophic implosion that likely killed its pilot and four passengers instantly amid the intense water pressure in the deep North Atlantic.
Dan Snyder's future a hot topic at NFL owners meetings
Read full article: Dan Snyder's future a hot topic at NFL owners meetingsDan Snyder’s future in the NFL as owner of the Washington Commanders remains in standby mode while his peers gathered at a posh resort for the league’s annual meetings and waited for news on the potential sale of the team.
Fields, Bears score 23 straight points, beat Pats 33-14
Read full article: Fields, Bears score 23 straight points, beat Pats 33-14Justin Fields threw for 179 yards and a touchdown and ran for 82 yards and another score, and the Bears defense forced returning Patriots starter Mac Jones back to the bench to give Chicago a 33-14 victory over New England.
McDaniel era starts with a win, Dolphins top Patriots 20-7
Read full article: McDaniel era starts with a win, Dolphins top Patriots 20-7Tua Tagovailoa passed for 270 yards and a touchdown, and the Miami Dolphins provided an early look at their ability to contend in the AFC East as they beat Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots 20-7 Sunday.
Gino Cappelletti, who scored 1st points in AFL history, dies
Read full article: Gino Cappelletti, who scored 1st points in AFL history, diesGino Cappelletti, a former AFL Most Valuable Player and original member of the Boston Patriots who was part of the franchise for five decades as a player, coach and broadcaster, has died.
Holiday stops Celtics' last 2 plays, Bucks take 3-2 lead
Read full article: Holiday stops Celtics' last 2 plays, Bucks take 3-2 leadBobby Portis made a putback off Giannis Antetokounmpo’s missed free throw with 15 seconds left, Jrue Holiday snuffed Marcus Smart on Boston’s final two possessions and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Celtics 110-107 on Wednesday night to take a 3-2 series lead.
Bills deal renews debate over public dollars for arenas
Read full article: Bills deal renews debate over public dollars for arenasNew York looks poised to become the next place to give a huge subsidy to a professional sports arena, despite questions about whether the civic pride of having a team justifies giving so much public money to a private business.
Brady bids football adieu, thanks everyone — except Patriots
Read full article: Brady bids football adieu, thanks everyone — except PatriotsTom Brady took the New England Patriots to the top echelon of the NFL during his 20-year run with the team, filling up stat sheets and the franchise’s trophy case while winning six Super Bowl titles.
Patriots, Bucs among those making biggest waves so far
Read full article: Patriots, Bucs among those making biggest waves so far(AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)Bill Belichick never was one to spent wildly in free agency. Whether by trade, free agency or re-signings, the group brings a good mix of offense, defense and special teams. In addition to keeping Von Miller, Justin Simmons and Shelby Harris, Paton filled his biggest defensive pothole by signing free agent cornerbacks Ronald Darby and Kyle Fuller. FUTURE CONSIDERATIONSThe Lions didn’t do much in free agency but nobody in Detroit should be bothered. The Lions are focused on rebuilding through the draft after sending QB Matthew Stafford to the Rams and then letting star wide receiver Kenny Golladay walk in free agency.
Women plead guilty in sex sting involving Patriots owner
Read full article: Women plead guilty in sex sting involving Patriots ownerLei Wang, 41, and Shen Mingbi, 60, each pleaded guilty in Palm Beach County circuit court to one count of soliciting another to commit prostitution, records show. Kraft had pleaded not guilty but issued a public apology for his actions. Hua Zhang, 59, pleaded guilty last month to two misdemeanors. Lei Chen, 45, pleaded guilty to eight counts of offering to commit prostitution in February. Police say the recordings show Kraft and other men engaging in sex acts with women and paying them.
Patriots owner Kraft cleared of massage parlor sex charge
Read full article: Patriots owner Kraft cleared of massage parlor sex chargeFORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Florida prosecutors dropped a misdemeanor charge against New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft on Thursday after courts blocked their use of video that allegedly shows him paying for massage parlor sex. The recordings, which have not been made public, are the only known evidence the men paid for sex. Prosecutors decided this week not to appeal to the Florida Supreme Court, saying a loss there could have “broader, negative implications” on future law enforcement investigations beyond the Kraft case. Aronberg said that because of a civil lawsuit filed against his office over the case, the recordings are still evidence. Police say the recordings show Kraft and other men engaging in sex acts with women and paying them.
Florida decision likely clears Pats owner of soliciting sex
Read full article: Florida decision likely clears Pats owner of soliciting sexThe state's decision means the charges against Kraft and about 20 other men will likely be dismissed. The recordings, which have not been made public, are the only known potential evidence that the men paid for sex. Police say the recordings show Kraft and other men engaging in sex acts with women and paying them. The 4th District agreed, ruling that planting video cameras in private spaces is an “extreme” measure that should only be used when absolutely necessary. Even if the charges are dropped, Kraft could still face a suspension or other punishment from the National Football League.
Newton runs for 2 TDs, Patriots hold off Dolphins 21-11
Read full article: Newton runs for 2 TDs, Patriots hold off Dolphins 21-11New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton, right, celebrates his second rushing touchdown as he heads to the bench in the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. – Cam Newton looked just fine as Tom Brady's replacement, rushing for two touchdowns Sunday, and the New England Patriots beat the Miami Dolphins 21-11 to open the season. The Patriots were threatening again late in the period, but Jerome Baker kept the Dolphins in the game. Newton carried on the second play of the game and capped an 11-play, 80-yard drive with a 4-yard touchdown run on the Patriots’ third possession to put them up 7-0. MOVING ON UPEdelman pulled in 6-yard pass early in the second quarter, his 600th career reception.
Racial injustice themes on display in empty NFL stadiums
Read full article: Racial injustice themes on display in empty NFL stadiumsAfter about 15 seconds, they rose, trotted off the field, and the game proceeded as normal. So we’ll just stay inside until it’s time to play the game,” Miami players said in the video. Goodell posted a video in June conceding that the league had been late in acknowledging the problem. Since then, the league has taken visible steps like allowing racial justice messages in end zones and on helmets and T-shirts. Some team owners have pledged money toward social justice causes or offered their stadiums as polling places for the November election.