Archive for the 'Social Issues' Category
Trailer :: “Darfur United” via i-Act(ivism)
i-ACT is a grassroots organization that combines innovative technology with personal connection to help victims of mass atrocities and crimes against humanity.
Mission: i-ACT seeks to empower individuals within communities, institutions, and governments to take personal responsibility to act on behalf of those affected by genocide, mass atrocities, ...
Michael Essien blogs about the African Nations Cup : “All eyes on Africa”
from blogs.chelseaFC.com:
"It’s the start of another year and I am sure you have made a resolution or two. Mine is to stay fit and healthy throughout the year and I hope you can stick to yours however tempted you may be to ditch it.
It’s also that time of year when the African Cup of Nations kicks off in earnest and although I cannot be there ...
The FA releases “written reasons” report for judgment in Luis Suarez/Patrice Evra case – [115-pages]
from the FA.com
"This follows the Independent Regulatory Commission’s decision to suspend Luis Suarez for a period of eight matches and to fine him £40,000.
Both The FA and Liverpool FC were served the reasons on 30 December 2011. Either party now has the right to an appeal and must reply by 13 January 2012."
(Click here) to see the full ...
Music:: “You’ll Never Walk Alone” [Liverpool FC Anthem] – Charity Single
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"Wayne Hussey and Julianne Regan's version of the famous LFC anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone' is now available to download on iTunes. All proceeds from the sale of this song will be donated to Liverpool Football Club's charity 'Respect For All'."
Song after the jump.....
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Trailer :: “Here Comes the Neighborhood” :: A docu-series on the Wynnwood Walls
HERE COMES THE NEIGHBORHOOD (@HCTN_TV on twitter) is a Short-Form Docuseries exploring the power of Public Art and innovation to uplift and revitalize urban communities. The Pilot Season revolves around the Arts District of Wynwood Miami, featuring an array of internationally acclaimed and locally respected Street Artists, Graffiti Writers and ...
Rio Ferdinand’s twitter v. Sepp Blatter’s thoughts on racism in Soccer, who ya got?!
Rio Ferdinand v. Sepp Blatter, who ya got?!
As FIFA President Sepp Blatter was flat out denying racism in the game of soccer, and then vowing to fight the good fight against it, Rio Ferdinand was paying close attention and decided to go in on twitter and call out Sepp Blatter for his comments :: @RioFerdy5
Check out Rio's twitter rants after the ...
David Testo : “Living the life of a professional athlete and being gay is incredibly hard.”
Pro soccer player David Testo announces that he is gay
via cbc.ca : image
"A former Montreal professional soccer star is going public about having hidden his homosexuality. David Testo, 30, played with the Montreal Impact until last month, and won the team's MVP award in 2009. The North Carolina native told CBC Radio-Canada this week that he is ...
Trailer :: “Athletes in Bahrain” – E:60 from ESPN
The story of soccer star Alaa Hubail in "Bahrain's Revolution"
I just watched this E:60 segment..... this is craaaaaazy!! Pretty f*n graphic, but one of those ridiculous stories, that you dont think can happen, in this world, in 2000 and something... If you get a chance, you might want to set your dvr for this. Bigger than soccer, but the central ...