President Donald Trump Ratificates Covid-19 Testings

(CNN) As the coronavirus pandemic surges in states that embraced his calls for aggressive early openings, President Donald Trump is mocking the very measures that might mitigate a crisis about which he is constantly in denial.

Trump said at his weekend rally that he had told his staff to slow down testing for the disease, which has now killed nearly 120,000 Americans, to hide the discovery of more cases. Claims by his advisers that he was joking hardly lessen the questionable motives behind the remark.

NBA Reforms New Re-Opening Dates

The NBA has firmed up the schedule for what will be a hectic time for teams this fall, deciding on Oct. 16 as the date for this year’s Draft and saying clubs can begin talking to free agents two days later.

The annual moratorium will begin at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Oct. 19 and continue through noon on Oct. 23, the league told teams on Saturday in a memo obtained by The Associated Press. As was the case last season, teams and free agents can begin negotiating six hours before the moratorium -- so 6 p.m. EDT on Oct. 18.

WWE Launches New Free Version

“The launch of WWE Network’s Free Version is a key component of our company’s digitization strategy and a new way for all fans to be able to experience premium WWE content,” said Jayar Donlan, WWE Executive Vice President, Advanced Media.

“As we continue to reimagine WWE Network’s offering, the Free Version will serve as an effective way to reach a broader group of consumers and allow them to experience the history and spectacle of WWE.”

Dua Lipa Premium BoyFriend Anwar Hadid

Dua Lipa has reportedly hired her boyfriend Anwar Hadid to play her love interest in her next music video.

The couple have been self-isolating together in north London during the U.K.’s coronavirus lockdown, and rather than wait until restrictions are fully removed, the star has apparently decided to push ahead and film with Anwar as rules on social distancing do not apply to those already living together.

“Dua has been getting back to work in London

President Trump Extends U.S. Foreign Immigrations !

President Trump is expected to sign an expansion of immigration restrictions in the coming days in response to the economic downturn from the coronavirus pandemic -- an order that will reportedly suspend a number of guest worker programs.

Trump signed an order in April suspending some forms of immigration, citing

Jurgen Klopp: Believe Skipper Rashford Skills

 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has shown footballers have the ability to use their platform to "change really important things".

Rashford this week successfully campaigned for the government to make a U-turn and extend its free school meals voucher scheme over the summer holidays - a change

President Trump Enacts Make America Great

President Donald Trump warned those protesting his planned rally in Oklahoma they could be treated roughly, an opening threat a day ahead of what he says is the new kickoff of his reelection campaign.

Writing on Twitter, Trump lumped together "protesters, anarchists, agitators, looters or lowlifes" and said they would not be afforded what he's decried as gentle treatment if they gather outside his Tulsa event. It came the morning after he used a blatantly false video of young children to decry media coverage

Oney Lorcan Challenges Chase Parker

Tonight’s edition of 205 Live features a pair of potential barn burners, as Oney Lorcan of The Brit-Am Brawlers will trade haymakers with Chase Parker of Ever-Rise, while Jake Atlas makes his 205 Live debut after a stellar showing in the NXT Cruiserweight Championship Tournament.

After a heartbreaking defeat in the NXT

NBA Celebrates Caron Butler On Juneteenth

No matter where Caron Butler’s 15-year NBA career took him, come the third Saturday in June, he made sure he was back in his hometown of Racine, Wisc. A beloved celebration was happening in the city of 77,000 and he couldn’t wait to take part.

“For as long as I can remember, I’ve never

President Donald Commemorates' One Great America

 President Trump pointedly warned “anarchists” and other “agitators” not to disrupt his campaign rally in Tulsa, Okla., this weekend, after an apparent threat that outside groups may be planning to cause "unrest" at the scene prompted an emergency order from the mayor.

Ian Poulter Puts Together His Best Round

Sky Sports reports this morning; Ian Poulter put together his best round of the year to claim a share of the lead as Rory McIlroy struggled on day one of the RBC Heritage in South Carolina.

Poulter negotiated the tight and tricky Harbour Town Golf Links course without undue stress and alarm, racking up seven birdies

Trump Anticipates Facebook Ad Policies

Facebook (FB) on Thursday said it had taken action against ads run by President Trump's re-election campaign for breaching its policies on hate. 

The ads, which attacked what the Trump campaign described as "Dangerous MOBS of far-left groups," featured an upside-down triangle. The Anti-Defamation League

Boss Mourinho Urges Team For Wins

Jose Mourinho insists his team need to do better than the excellent nine-game run that opened his Tottenham career, if they hope to qualify for the Champions League next season.

Spurs picked up 16 points from a possible 27 when Mourinho

President Donald Trump Unleash Economic Tariffs

President Trump will resume hosting campaign rallies sometime in the next two weeks, returning one of the president's most potent weapons to his arsenal as the 2020 campaign season enters a pivotal stretch, Fox News is told.

Trump had suspended the rallies, which energize his base and allow his team to collect a treasure trove of voter

Kritsen Featured In Pablo Larrain's Film

Charlie’s Angels star Kristen Stewart has signed on to play Princess Diana in director Pablo Larraín’s new film, Spencer.

The film, written by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, imagines a weekend in the early 1990s when Prince Charles’ wife decided her marriage to the heir to the throne wasn’t working. 

NBA Set To Return For Matches

Here’s some of what awaits NBA players going to Disney next month: game rooms, golf course access, cabanas with misters to combat the heat, fishing areas, bowling, backstage tours and salon services.

Edge Rehabbing From Injuries

Digital has confirmed that Edge suffered a torn triceps as a result of injuries sustained during The Greatest Wrestling Match Ever. Edge has undergone successful surgery and is currently rehabbing at home.

The Rated-R Superstar faced Randy Orton in a grueling test of in-ring skills at WWE  Backlash.

Premier League Resumptions Feature

Wednesday 17, June 2020
Aston Villa - Sheffield United 18:00
Manchester City - Arsenal FC 20:15

Friday 17, June 2020
Norwich - Southampton 18:00
Tottenham C.F. - Manchester United 20:15

Saturday 20, June 2020
Watford - Leicester 12:30
Brighton - Arsenal FC 15:00

West Harm - Wolverhampton 17:30
Bournemouth - Crystal Palace 19:45