NBC Is Planning A $2.5 Billion Offer To Steal NBA TV Rights Away From TNT: REPORT
Looks like we have a media war on our hands. NBCUniversal is preparing an offer that will see them paying an average of around $2.5 billion per year for NBA television rights as the fees for the league’s in-demand broadcasts are nearing a double in price, according to a Monday report from The Wall Street […]
Former Sheriff’s Deputy Allegedly Worked As Insider For Drug Cartel Once Led By The Notorious ‘El Chapo’: REPORT
A former Riverside County Sheriff’s correctional deputy, arrested in September 2023 for alleged possession of Fentanyl, has been alleged to have been part of a wider investigation into drug-trafficking by the Mexican cartel once headed by the infamous Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán. Jorge Oceguera-Rocha was charged with possession of narcotics for market purposed and transportation […]
Biden administration considers accepting Gazan refugees from Israel-Hamas war: report
Biden administration officials are reportedly considering a plan that could allow the United States to admit small numbers of Palestinians who fled the region during the bloody Israel-Hamas war. One idea that officials have floated in recent weeks is to use the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program to grant refugee status to people who have fled […]
NBC plans $2.5B offer in bid to nab NBA rights from TNT: report
NBCUniversal will pay an average of about $2.5 billion a year in NBA rights fees, with the NBA’s coveted broadcast fees set at twice the current level, according to a report Monday. If accepted, the rights to broadcast basketball games could move from TNT, which pays an average of $1.2 billion in royalties under the […]
Report Details Conflicted Relationship Between AARP, UnitedHealth
The American Commitment report said AARP has shifted from relying on membership fees to generating revenue through a close relationship with UnitedHealth Group, the nation’s largest health insurance company. The American Commitment report, titled “How AARP’s profits harm patients and violate its principles,” found AARP says it has increased its revenue through its close relationship […]
Hotel Quietly Converted Into Migrant Shelter In Up-And-Coming Neighborhood: REPORT
A hotel in a hip neighborhood in New York City (NYC) has been quiet about the fact it has been transformed into a migrant shelter that was bought and paid for by Democratic NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ administration. Located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, the 55-room Hotel Le Jolie has been home to migrant […]
Lakers ‘very open’ to drafting Bronny James amid LeBron James exit rumors: report
LeBron James’ future remains in some doubt, but it appears the Los Angeles Lakers are planning on using a significant acquisition strategy to keep him in Southern California. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Lakers are “very willing to draft LeBron to help him realize his dream of playing alongside his son Bronny.” […]
Biden administration contemplating bringing Palestinian refugees into US: Report
The Biden administration is reportedly considering bringing certain Gazan refugees into the United States. According to internal federal government documents obtained by CBS News, senior officials from federal agencies have considered plans to resettle some Palestinian refugees in the U.S. as the war between Israel and Hamas nears seven months. The plans discussed would only […]
A’s hire investment firm to secure additional $500 million for Vegas stadium: report
The Oakland Athletics’ stadium in Las Vegas will cost an estimated $1.5 billion, and the team is looking to secure about a third of that money from another company. The organization has reportedly hired Galatioto Sports Partners, an investment firm specializing in sports finance, to help raise $500 million to build the stadium. Nevada taxpayers […]
Jason Kelce Lands ESPN Gig: REPORT
Jason Kelce is headed to ESPN! Last month, reports circulated that former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce was going to land a gig with ESPN to kick off his post-NFL career, particularly on their “Monday Night Football” crew. Well, it appears that’s the case after all, and it looks like a deal is complete. (RELATED: FSU’s […]