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A widow of a terror attack victim in Pahalgam has called for a boycott of the upcoming India-Pakistan Asia Cup cricket match, criticizing the BCCI for proceeding with the fixture and questioning the role of cricket in national sentiment, urging fans to abstain from watching the game to protest against Pakistan.
Mohamed Salah criticized UEFA for not mentioning the circumstances of Suleiman Al-Obeid's death, known as the 'Palestinian Pele,' who was killed in Gaza by an Israeli strike. Salah questioned how UEFA could honor Al-Obeid without addressing the tragic context of his death amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. The incident highlights the intersection of sports, politics, and humanitarian issues in the region.
Mason Rudolph and Miles Killebrew attended a Trump rally, sparking debate about athletes' political involvement and its impact on their image and team dynamics, highlighting the ongoing tension between personal beliefs and public perception in sports.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser played the long game to keep the Washington Wizards and Capitals in the city, despite initial plans to move to Virginia. After a chance encounter with team owner Ted Leonsis, Bowser worked to sweeten D.C.'s offer and bring Leonsis back to the negotiating table. The $515 million deal signed is more comprehensive and favorable to Leonsis, allowing for expansion of Monumental Sports & Entertainment's footprint at neighboring Gallery Place and beefing up security around the arena. The rekindled negotiations and a real estate proposal for Gallery Place ultimately helped seal the deal, keeping the teams in D.C. until at least 2050.
Rumors of Aaron Rodgers potentially running for vice president have gone viral, with ESPN's Mike Greenberg poking fun at the situation. Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has confirmed that Rodgers is among his top picks for the VP spot. The New York Jets had acquired Rodgers in 2023, but his season was cut short due to an Achilles injury. Kennedy is set to announce his running mate on March 26 and has approached several individuals, including Rodgers, for the position. Both Rodgers and Kennedy have faced controversy over their skepticism of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Aaron Rodgers, the Green Bay Packers quarterback, could face a significant pay cut if he were to become the vice president under independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign. Kennedy's team has confirmed considering Rodgers as a potential running mate, and if elected, Rodgers would earn less than his NFL salary. However, no official decision has been made, and Rodgers has not commented on the possibility.
NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers was reportedly in Costa Rica on an ayahuasca retreat when news broke that he is being considered as a potential running mate for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. According to former NFL punter Pat McAfee, Rodgers was unaware of the announcement and was "in the middle of something" when McAfee spoke to him. The revelation comes amid Rodgers' previous controversy over COVID-19 vaccination comments and skepticism about the vaccine's safety. Kennedy's campaign is set to announce the selection on March 26, with former pro wrestler Jesse Ventura also in contention.
Aaron Rodgers was reportedly on an ayahuasca trip in Costa Rica when news broke that he could be a potential running mate for Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The New York Times reported that Kennedy approached Rodgers and former wrestler Jesse Ventura about appearing on his ticket. Pat McAfee claimed that Rodgers had no idea the news was about to be leaked and hinted that he had spoken to Rodgers in Costa Rica. The Jets are reportedly upset with Rodgers considering a political career while playing football, stating that it would be ridiculous for him to campaign and play at the same time.
The White House is looking forward to hosting the Kansas City Chiefs to celebrate their Super Bowl win, with the possibility of Taylor Swift, who is dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, joining as a guest. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre mentioned that the decision is up to the Chiefs, and the president looks forward to welcoming them. The intertwining of politics and pop culture was also highlighted, with references to Swift's potential political influence and former President Trump's comments.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin's plan to move the Wizards and Capitals to Northern Virginia faces opposition from Virginia Democrats and D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser, who is determined to enforce the teams' lease to prevent their early exit. The tension highlights uncertainty in the Virginia legislature's support for the move, with criticism of Youngkin's remarks and concerns about the financing structure. Monumental Sports & Entertainment asserts that the plan to move to a new megacomplex in Alexandria's Potomac Yard is on track, but opposition from both sides complicates the teams' potential relocation.