“As a humanitarian organization with a core mission of protecting lives at-sea, we echo the message of many U.S. leaders in the support of the Cuban people exercising their fundamental right of freedom of expression and assembly, but also remind anyone considering a migrant voyage to not take to the sea,” the statement reads. “The transit is dangerous and unforgiving as nearly 20 lives were tragically lost in recent weeks as a result of these dangerous voyages....

“The Coca-Cola Company announced today that it is suspending its business in Russia,” the beverage company’s statement reads. “Our hearts are with the people who are enduring unconscionable effects from these tragic events in Ukraine. We will continue to monitor and assess the situation as circumstances evolve.” Starbucks, in an extension to a letter sent internally Friday that pledged donations to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, said in a statement that the chain’s 130 stores, which are owned and operated by a licensing partner, will be closed until further notice....

Coconuts may be a concern for people who have allergies to other nuts. However, just because you are allergic to tree nuts like cashews or almonds doesn’t necessarily mean that you also have an allergy to coconut. Coconut allergies are uncommon. Yet, the challenge is that coconut is found in many foods, so it’s important to understand whether or not you’re allergic to it. Does a Tree Nut Allergy Apply to Coconut?...

Antoine Griezmann and Kevin Gameiro scored the goals as Diego Simeone’s side responded to their derby humbling by Real Madrid at the weekend to secure top spot in Group D. Cocu admits he was caught cold by Atletico’s set-up but felt there was little that could have been done to stop their clinical finishing, while he highlighted a last-ditch tackle from Griezmann deep in his own half as proof of Atleti’s impressive battling qualities....

Garbrandt knocked out Assuncao with a right hook just before the horn sounded to end Round 2. The referee stopped the bout as Assuncao lay on the canvas. MORE: O’Malley needs just one punch to KO Wineland Garbrandt (12-3) ended a three-fight losing streak with the blow. He fell twice to T.J. Dillashaw and then to Pedro Munhoz in March 2019. Ten of his MMA victories have come via knockout or TKO....

Gilliland, who had not won a pole since the 2007 Daytona 500, was in the right place at the right time to take advantage of the best draft in winning just his third career pole. Aiding the effort for the Front Row Motorsports driver was that rain Friday washed out the last two rounds, leaving the first-round session as the one to determine the full lineup. Restrictor-plate racing is known to be unpredictable, but where Gilliland is starting — as well as Reed Sorenson second and Landon Cassill third — is a boost for those programs....

“Make America Great Again” or “Keep America Great” hats, pretending to read “Triggered” by Donald Trump Jr. during a press conference and visiting former President Donald Trump at the White House. Whether real or an act used to keep him in UFC, Covington has made himself among the most divisive athletes in the sport. MORE: UFC 268 fight date, time, odds, PPV price, card & location for Kamaru Usman vs....

The new “Speak for Yourself” show with Cowherd and Whitlock will air from 6-7 p.m. ET, a top source told Sporting News. The long-running “PTI” starring Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser airs weekdays at 5:30 p.m. ET. As reported by John Ourand of SportsBusiness Journal, “Speak for Yourself” will premiere this month. Yes, it would have been a boss move by FS1 programming boss Jamie Horowitz to pit Whitlock and Cowherd against Wilbon and Kornheiser from the jump....

Cowherd threw shade at Clinton, who recently clinched the Democratic presidential nomination, during Monday’s episode of “The Herd with Colin Cowherd” on FS1 and Fox Sports Radio. When co-host Joy Taylor said President Barack Obama gets accused of being a fake sports fan, Cowherd sounded off. MORE: Sports figures who support Donald Trump “You want to know who’s fake? Hillary,” said Cowherd. When the ex-first lady and U.S. senator does try to talk sports, she’s “horrible,” said Cowherd....

It’s safe to say that the athlete-turned-activist approves of the casting. “I never thought I would be casting a young me in a show about my life,” he tweeted. “I can’t wait for the world to see @ItsJadenMichael be an all-star on @netflix #ColinInBlackAndWhite @ava” Michael has been featured in the Netflix series The Get Down, along with the films Wonderstruck and Paterson, and television shows Blue Bloods and Gotham....

Most notably, Kaepernick told reporters he has been receiving death threats for his protests during the national anthem before 49ers games. Additionally, two people with prominent Bay Area ties and one local group added to the discussion. One of those prominent people, Hall of Fame receiver and 49ers legend Jerry Rice, pronounced he was now behind Kaepernick after initial opposition. STEELE: Where are Kap’s critics after Crutcher’s death? Rice chided Kaepernick last month for disrespecting the American flag by not standing during the anthem....

“I don’t think he should represent himself in that way,” Vick said about Kaepernick’s hair. “Just the hairstyle. Just go clean-cut. You know, why not? You’re already dealing with a lot.” MORE: Ranking every NFL starting quarterback from 1-32 Vick’s comments started a discussion on social media with many high-profile reporters and athletes rejecting the idea that a haircut should matter. It seemed like everyone had an opinion on the issue, and Tuesday morning, Kaepernick chimed in with a response....

He’s still kneeling, and people are still talking about his protest, which has spread throughout the NFL and beyond. MORE: Athlete protests, captured by must-see images The 49ers quarterback with his protest, naturally, has garnered seemingly endless criticism. He has become the most disliked player in the NFL, according to a poll by E-Poll Marketing Research. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, for example, thinks Kaepernick and those in the NFL who kneel with him “should try another country....

The zigs and zags of American policy over the last three weeks are enough to make you dizzy. When Israel launched its invasion of the West Bank on March 30, President Bush responded by saying, “I fully understand Israel’s need to defend herself.” As the attack grew in size and severity and protests swelled on the streets of the Arab world, the White House switched gears. On April 4, Bush stood with Colin Powell in the Rose Garden and announced a new policy....

The poll order should look exceptionally familiar, because that's what Sporting News' preseason Top 25 also looks like. Rounding out the coaches' top 10 are Kansas, Syracuse, Florida, Michigan and Ohio State. With an eight-man recruiting class that is considered the best in college basketball history, the Wildcats are chasing a second national title under John Calipari. The Associated Press' preseason Top 25 will be released in two weeks on Oct....

The College Football Dynasty big board starts off with a pair of QBs – one of which even casual fans are familiar with and another from an independent school who might not be a household name (yet). After that, stud RBs from the Big 12 show up, and our first receiver checks in from a Big 10 school. We don’t see a tight end until No. 167, and no defenses crack the top 200 at all....

At the top spot is Iowa State running back Breece Hall, which is no surprise considering he led all of CFB in yards during the 2020 season. The unanimous All-American figures to raise his stock even further before declaring for the draft next year and will no doubt make big waves after another summer of improvement. He’s the No. 1 running back in this draft and arguably the No. 1 overall guy on draft day....

Dabo Swinney’s team became the first team in the history of the playoffs era to go 15-0 last season and is the bookmakers’ favorite to win back-to-back titles. It is hard to disagree with the prediction, given Clemson, the No 1-ranked team in The Associated Press poll, has retained the core of its championship team. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence is back and, in Travis Etienne, Tee Higgins and Justyn Ross, Swinney has some frightening offensive options at his disposal....

The Crimson Tide began the season as the No. 2-ranked team in the country, but since overtaking Clemson in top spot in Week 6 has shown no signs of looking back. Having notched up its first win against a Top-25 ranked program this season with a 47-28 road victory against No. 24 Texas A&M—which has since dropped out of the rankings—Alabama welcomes SEC rivals Tennessee this weekend. While the Crimson Tide leads the conference alongside LSU with a perfect 6-0 record, the Volunteers are 2-4 and have lost two of their three games against conference opponents....