Japan's emperor is 'extremely worried' about Olympics amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

The head of the Imperial Palace in Japan says Emperor Naruhito is “extremely worried” that the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics could accelerate the spread of the coronavirus.

This makes cents: Yogi Berra gets a stamp named in his honor

The stamp honoring the late New York Yankees great and the man of endless philosophical musings was dedicated during a ceremony at the New Jersey museum named for the catcher. The stamp is now being sold at post offices nationwide.

COVID-19 delta variant reported after outdoor Euro 2020 match, health officials say

Danish health officials say at least seven people have tested positive for the coronavirus after attending European Championship soccer games in Copenhagen.

Rower from New York excited for Tokyo Olympics

Charlotte Buck made the U.S. Olympic team as part of the women's eight rowing squad. The New York native didn't even start rowing until she went to college.

Suns' Chris Paul expected to play against Clippers after being listed as available

Paul was upgraded to available from probable on the league’s injury report and participated in the team’s shootaround on June 24. He missed the first two games while in the NBA’s health and safety protocols since June 16.

Harlem Globetrotters say they want to join the NBA

The New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets may have to watch out, as the Harlem Globetrotters are pushing to become New York City's third NBA team.

Biden praises pro athletes Carl Nassib, Kumi Yokoyama for coming out

President Joe Biden said he’s "proud” of athletes Carl Nassib and Kumi Yokoyama, who both recently announced that they’re part of the LGBTQ community.

‘I’m gay’: Carl Nassib becomes 1st active NFL player to come out

Las Vegas Raiders’ Defensive End Carl Nassib revealed he’s gay in a social media post and said he wants to prevent suicides among LGBTQ youth.

Transgender weightlifter selected to compete at Tokyo Olympics

Weightlifter Laurel Hubbard from New Zealand will be the first transgender athlete to ever compete at an Olympic Games.

Supreme Court sides with athletes in NCAA compensation dispute

The Supreme Court unanimously sided with a group of former college athletes in a dispute with the NCAA over rules limiting certain compensation.

US Olympic runner disqualified over positive drug test

One of the runners trying to make it onto Team USA has been disqualified from the sport for four years for testing positive for a banned steroid, but she claims that a pork burrito was to blame.

Bills WR Beasley rather retire than follow NFL COVID rules

Buffalo Bills receiver Cole Beasley does not plan to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and he insists he will not follow rules jointly adopted by the NFL and NFLPA requiring unvaccinated players to stay clear of people.

Tokyo Olympics: Japan’s top medical adviser says 'no fans' safest

Japan’s top medical adviser said the safest way to hold the Tokyo Olympics is without fans, seeming to put him at odds with organizers.

Tokyo Olympics: Lancet calls for ‘global conversation’ on whether to cancel

Prominent medical journal The Lancet has called for a “global conversation” about the safety of the upcoming Tokyo Olympics, criticizing global health organizations for staying silent on the matter.

LA Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard out indefinitely after suffering possible ACL injury

The Los Angeles Clippers will be without NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard in Game 5 and likely the rest of the Western Conference semifinals against the Utah Jazz due to a knee injury.