Hundreds pack funeral for Roger Fortson, the airman killed in his home by a Florida deputy
On Friday, hundreds of Air Force members dressed in blue gathered at a megachurch outside Atlanta with family and friends of Roger Fortson, a black man who was shot and killed by sheriff’s deputies in his Florida home earlier this month. He paid his last respects to a senior airman. . At New Birth Missionary […]
Sen. Roger Marshall demands Pentagon probe all tax-funded gain-of-function research in China
Sen. Roger Marshall shoves Pentagon inspector general friday’s letter Investigating all U.S. taxpayer-funded gain-of-function research in China, as well as “undisclosed and undisclosed pathogens and to investigate specimen collections. Mr. Marshall (R-Kansas) sent a letter to Pentagon Inspector General Robert Storch, calling for $50 million in Pentagon grants received by Chinese agencies for pandemic pathogen […]
Roger Corman, Influential Producer and King of the B Movie, Dies at 98
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Helped create low-budget classics like “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Attack of the Crab Monsters,” and many of Hollywood’s most famous actors and directors. “King of B” Roger Corman, who provided the work, took an early break and died. He was 98 years old. Mr. Corman died Thursday at his home […]
Roger Corman, independent filmmaker and Hollywood mentor, dead at 98
Roger Corman, known as a pioneer in independent filmmaking and a mentor to many who worked with him, has died. He was 98 years old. Corman died Thursday at his home in Santa Monica, Calif., according to a statement released Saturday by his wife and daughters obtained by The Associated Press. Known as the “King […]
3-Day Super Bowl Weekend?! Say What You Want About Roger Goodell, But His Vision For The NFL’s Schedule Is Immaculate
I’m not the biggest fan of Roger Goodell, but I have zero complaints here. The 2024 NFL Draft might currently be in progress, but that doesn’t mean commissioner Roger Goodell isn’t working on other things — like the league’s schedule. Goodell revealed possible changes that the NFL could see, and boy, you guys are gonna […]
‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver cheated US out of $48M in taxes
An American-born cryptocurrency investor known as “Bitcoin Jesus” has been indicted on charges of defrauding Uncle Sam of $48 million in taxes, the Justice Department announced. Roger Ver, a billionaire Bitcoin investor from California who renounced his US citizenship in 2014 and became a citizen of Saint Kitts and Nevis, was arrested in Spain over […]
Roger Goodell hints at 18-game NFL schedule, later Super Bowl
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said he intends to replace preseason games with regular-season games “at any time” while discussing possible changes to the league’s schedule. Goodell even floated the idea of an 18-game regular season and a shortened preseason during a TV appearance. “The Pat McAfee Show” He is from Detroit, the home of the […]
Roger Goodell Recovering from Back Surgery, May Not Be Able to Hug 1st Round Draft Picks
If you’re one of those people who likes to see NFL commissioner Roger Goodell give draft picks bear hugs on draft night (I don’t know why that happens), you’re probably going to be disappointed. ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter reported that Goodell underwent back surgery three weeks ago and may not be able to continue […]
NFL Commish Roger Goodell’s recent back surgery could prevent traditional hugs at NFL Draft: report
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is scheduled to take the podium Thursday night to begin the 2024 NFL Draft. NFL candidates will likely hear Goodell announce their names. Draftees then walk across the stage wearing their new team hats and pose for photos with Goodell. But he may not get the commissioner’s signature hug. According to […]
Roger Goodell went from adversary of sports betting to partner
Yank Poleyev is a longtime reader of this column, and to further prove that preferences don’t factor in, he’s a lifelong fan of the Cleveland baseball team. Last week, Poreyev sent an email worth sharing. It emphasized the human condition and how those in the most positions of authority are trying to exploit every penny […]