written by @Choose_Wisely2 Donovan Mitchell phoned in to Good Morning America to give an update on his COVID-19 diagnosis and his initial feelings on Jazz teammate, Rudy Gobert. Speaking with Robin Roberts, Mitchell said he has remained in isolation since his diagnosis. He has not shown any signs of illness …
Read More »Las Vegas MGM Resorts and Wynn Hotels and Casinos Are Closing Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
MGM Resorts and Wynn Las Vegas hotels and casinos are shutting their doors in an effort to stop the spread of coronavirus. The resorts announced Sunday that their Las Vegas casinos will close Monday, March 16, and their hotels will shut down starting Tuesday, March 17, until further notice. MGM …
Read More »Universal Music CEO Lucian Grainge Hospitalized With Coronavirus
Written By: @dawnnnyy_ Coronavirus has affected an abundant amount of people across the globe. Within the past week, we have seen some big names in Hollywood, as well as in the sports world, to be transparent about their diagnosis of the growing pandemic. The most recent being Universal Music Chairman …
Read More »Spring Break Is Officially Over, Miami Beach Mayor Closes Public Beaches
Written By: @dawnnnyy_ Miami is usually the place to be for spring breakers, but not this year. In the wake up the coronavirus pandemic, Miami Beach Mayor, Dan Gelber announced in a news conference on Thursday that “the most popular stretches of public beaches” will be closed to the public …
Read More »NFL Will No Longer Suspend Players Who Test Positive For THC Under New Collective Bargain Agreement
written by @Choose_Wisely2 The NFL players voted in favor of the NFL owners’ proposed collective bargaining agreement Sunday, meaning a 17th regular-season game and expanded playoffs are on the way soon. “We are pleased that the players have voted to ratify the proposed new CBA, which will provide substantial benefits …
Read More »Staten Island Preacher Arrested For Killing A Brooklyn Teen 40 Years Later
Written By: @dawnnnyy_ September 25, 1980, newly engaged, Lorraine Snell, 19, was excited about her upcoming engagement party. Yet, little did Lorraine know she would not make it to the party as September 25 was the last day she was seen alive. The East Flatbush resident stopped by a catering …
Read More »United Flight Forced To Land After Passengers Complained About Being Seated Next To Someone That Was Sick
Written By: @dawnnnyy_ The coronavirus pandemic has sent the entire world into a frenzy, including passengers on Flight 1562. The commercial flight from Colorado ski country to Newark, New Jersey, had to reroute due to three passengers complaining that they were seated next to someone who was sick. United Airlines …
Read More »Conor McGregor’s Emotional IG Post Suggest Aunt Passed From Coronavirus, Later Confirmed She Was Not A Victim Of The Virus
written by @Choose_Wisely2 UFC’s Conor McGregor posted his thoughts alongside photos of his family after hearing of the passing of his auntie. McGregor, 31, was about to make a televised appearance when he was told his Aunt Anne had passed away. “I couldn’t go live anymore.” McGregor says, “My poor …
Read More »Rhode Island Child Diagnosed With Coronavirus After Getting An Autograph From An NBA Player
written by:@Choose_Wisely2 Officials in Westerley, Rhode Island announced Friday that one of two children who had been recently diagnosed with coronavirus got an autograph from an NBA player when the Utah Jazz visited the Boston Celtics on March 6. According to Providence Journal, Chief Shawn Lacey said in a press …
Read More »Golden State Warriors To Play Home Games Without Fans Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
written by @Choose_Wisely2 The city of San Francisco has banned all gatherings of more than 1,000 people, which includes the home games of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors, amid the coronavirus outbreak. As a result, the Warriors confirmed they’ll play Thursday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets at the Chase Center …
Read More »Former Michigan Football Player Files Lawsuit Alleging University Doctor Sexually Assaulted Him
written by @Choose_Wisely2 A former University of Michigan football player has filed a lawsuit against the university and its board of trustees, alleging that Dr. Robert E. Anderson sexually abused him, according to the Associated Press. The lawsuit is seeking certification to be a class action and aims to include …
Read More »Star Wars’ John Boyega To Produce Non-English Language Films Based on Africa for Netflix
written by @kaylabrantley Star Wars actor John Boyega has cut a deal with Netflix to produce non-English language projects based on African stories. “I am thrilled to partner with Netflix to develop a slate of non-English language feature films focused on African stories,” Boyega said. “My team and I are …
Read More »SXSW and Ultra Music Festival Will Not Be Giving Refunds After Canceling Due to Coronavirus
written by @kaylabrantley The annual Ultra Music Festival will not be issuing refunds to disappointed festival-goers after the events were canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak. Instead, the festival will honor tickets when they return next year. In an email sent to ticket-holders Monday, Ultra said tickets for this year’s …
Read More »NFL and 2K Games Agree On Multi-Year Partnership
written by @Choose_Wisely2 The NFL and video game publisher, 2k, has agreed upon a multi-year partnership that will see 2K produce upcoming NFL titles. 2K, which produces popular sports games such as NBA 2K and WWE 2k, previously published NFL games from 1999 – 2004. The new NFL 2K games …
Read More »Harvey Weinstein Asks Judge for Mercy; Requests 5-Year Sentence
written by @kaylabrantley Harvey Weinstein is asking a judge for just five years in prison. The 67-year-old Hollywood mogul faces a maximum of 29 years in prison after being convicted of third-degree rape and a criminal sexual act last month. However, Weinstein’s lawyer filed documents on Monday asking for leniency …
Read More »Wolftyla Addresses Megan Thee Stallion Beef Over ‘Simon Says’: “It Made Me Look Like ‘She’s a Liar’”
written – by @kaylabrantley Wolftyla is explaining what went down between her and Megan Thee Stallion. In an interview with NoJumper, Wolftyla says she respects Meg but went on to explain how she was, in fact, a writer on Megan’s track “Simon Says” featuring Juicy J.⠀⠀⠀ “I was in a …
Read More »’Wheel Of Fortune’ and ’Jeopardy’ Ban Live Audiences Amid Coronavirus Concerns
written by @Choose_Wisely2 As the coronavirus scare continues to escalate, two of the most-watched television shows, Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune, have canceled their live tapings. Production sources tell TMZ, “As of Tuesday, Wheel and Jeopardy will be shot without live audiences.” As for how long this will last, the …
Read More »Tom Brady Launches 199 Production, Partners With ’Avengers: End Game’ Directors
written by – @Choose_Wisely2 NFL’s leading quarterback Tom Brady has his eyes set on life after football with the launch of his own content company, 199 Productions. The company will develop original projects, including documentaries, feature films, and television shows, according to Variety’s Mike Fleming Jr. The company’s name was …
Read More »Elderly Passengers On Board Quarantined Ship Sue Cruise Line Over Exposure to Coronavirus
written by @kaylabrantley Passengers onboard the quarantined cruise ship plagued with the coronavirus are now suing the cruise line. Ronald and Eva Weissberger, who are currently stranded on the Grand Princess cruise ship, filed a lawsuit against Princess Cruise Lines seeking at least a million dollars in damages, TMZ reports. …
Read More »Entire Country of Italy is on Lockdown as Coronavirus Death Toll Reaches 463
written by @kaylabrantley Italy is on lockdown due to the deadly coronavirus outbreak. Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said Monday he will sign a decree that will put the entire country of 60 million people on lockdown, extending the initial lockdown of the northern Lombardy region. The death toll in …
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