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Kalshi is offering a $10 bonus for new users who set up an account using a promo code and make $10 worth of trades on their platform during the NCAA March Madness tournament. This promotion requires users to be at least 18 years old and located in the U.S. The offer aims to enhance participation in college basketball prediction markets.
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Kalshi offers a $10 bonus for new account users during the NCAA March Madness games.
To receive the bonus, users must register a new account and input the promo code NEWSWEEK.
Users need to be at least 18 years old and located in any U.S. state.
A minimum $1 deposit is needed to start the account.
Users must conduct $10 worth of trades on Kalshi's platform to activate the bonus.
The trades can be split over multiple games and do not need to be in one lump sum.
Newsweek may earn a commission if users sign up via the links in the article.
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U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn, who suffered a severe leg injury at the 2026 Winter Olympics, shared a workout video showing her recovery progress. Despite previous discussions of possible leg amputation, multiple surgeries have allowed her to continue rehabilitation, with Vonn focusing on recovery rather than retirement.
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Lindsey Vonn suffered a severe leg injury at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Her injury was so serious that amputation was considered, but surgeries prevented it.
She developed compartment syndrome, a condition where excess blood pressure damages muscles and nerves.
Vonn posted a video of herself doing pull-ups as part of her recovery.
She is focusing on recovering from her injury rather than retiring from skiing.
Vonn spent nearly two weeks in the hospital after her injury.
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The Cleveland Guardians have placed pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase on unpaid leave due to an ongoing investigation into a gambling scheme. Both players await a trial in November, which could affect the team's performance as they begin the 2026 season.
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Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase are on unpaid leave.
The leave is non-disciplinary, meaning it’s not a penalty but a precaution.
Both pitchers are involved in an investigation related to a gambling scheme.
They are waiting for a trial set for November.
Last season, the Guardians finished at the top of the American League Central despite the pitchers' absence.
The team won 88 games and overcame a significant deficit last season.
The details of the gambling scheme are still unclear.
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Liverpool lost a Premier League match to Brighton, marking their tenth defeat this season. Several key players were injured, and Liverpool struggled with performance following their Champions League match. Concerns have been raised about the team's depth and fitness, despite significant spending on new players.
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Liverpool lost to Brighton in a recent Premier League match.
This loss is the tenth for Liverpool in the league this season.
Liverpool currently holds the fifth spot, potentially qualifying them for an extra Champions League place.
Injuries to key players Alisson and Mohamed Salah affected the team's performance.
Liverpool began the season with five straight wins but has won only nine of their last 26 league games.
After Champions League matches, Liverpool has lost five out of ten Premier League games this season.
A reported £450 million was spent on new players, but issues with squad depth remain.
Liverpool has conceded 42 goals in the league this season, more than in their past two seasons.
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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford had a standout 2025 season, winning the MVP award after leading the league in passing yards and touchdowns. Following his MVP win, Stafford will wear a special gold NFL shield on his jersey next season, a new honor given to major award winners.
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Matthew Stafford is 38 and plays as a quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams.
In 2025, he led the league with 4,707 passing yards and 46 touchdowns.
The Rams reached the NFC Championship Game in 2025 but lost to the Seattle Seahawks.
Stafford won the NFL MVP award for the 2025 season.
He will wear a gold NFL shield on his jersey next season, a new honor for award winners.
The gold shield is given to MVPs and other major award recipients and appears on the jersey collar.
Stafford is a Super Bowl champion, first-team All-Pro honoree, and three-time Pro Bowler.
This recognition marks a new move by the NFL to highlight award winners during games.
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Steph Curry, a basketball player for the Golden State Warriors, mentioned the possibility of playing for the Charlotte Hornets before retiring. Curry has connections to Charlotte, including growing up there and having a family history with the Hornets. However, he clarified that while open to the idea, he is not making any promises about changing teams.
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Steph Curry has played for the Golden State Warriors his entire career.
Curry suggested he might play for the Charlotte Hornets before retiring.
He has a personal connection to Charlotte, where he grew up and attended school.
Curry's father, Dell Curry, played for the Hornets, and his jersey number was recently retired.
Curry's brother, Seth, played for the Hornets last season.
Curry has been out due to a knee injury but is expected to return soon.
The Warriors have struggled recently, losing eight of their last ten games.
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Danny Welbeck has been performing well in the Premier League, scoring 12 goals for Brighton this season. Despite his good form, he was not included in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for upcoming friendly matches.
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Danny Welbeck scored twice for Brighton against Liverpool, bringing his season total to 12 goals.
Welbeck leads as the top-scoring Englishman in the Premier League currently.
England coach Thomas Tuchel did not include Welbeck in the squad for friendlies against Uruguay and Japan.
Bayern Munich's Harry Kane is the main forward for England, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Dominic Solanke also in the squad.
Seagulls manager Fabian Hurzeler praised Welbeck for his teamwork and influence on and off the field.
Former England striker Wayne Rooney recognized Welbeck's all-round play and suggested he could be an option for England.
Welbeck remains focused on his club performance and not on things beyond his control, regarding England squad selection.
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The Miami Dolphins have decided not to trade running back De'Von Achane after restructuring his contract, along with Aaron Brewer's contract, to manage salary cap costs. They aim to focus on the upcoming draft, holding 11 picks, including seven of the top 94, while planning for possible future financial moves.
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The Dolphins restructured De'Von Achane's and Aaron Brewer's contracts.
This restructuring helps manage the salary cap hit from trading Jaylen Waddle.
The Dolphins added four optional years to Achane's contract's last year.
Achane is in the final year of his contract, and several teams showed interest in him.
The Dolphins have told other teams that Achane is not available for trade.
Miami holds 11 draft picks, including seven in the top 94 selections.
The team aims to manage finances as if they plan to make significant future moves.
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Maxx Crosby, a player for the Las Vegas Raiders, returned to the team after a trade with the Baltimore Ravens fell through due to a failed physical. Sports insiders suggest the Raiders might still trade him if he performs well despite his recent issues. Crosby currently remains with the Raiders, helping to build a positive team culture.
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Maxx Crosby returned to the Las Vegas Raiders after a failed trade with the Baltimore Ravens.
The trade was called off because of concerns about Crosby's physical condition.
Sports insider Albert Breer mentioned that Crosby might still be traded if he overcomes injury worries and plays well.
Crosby has not asked the Raiders to trade him publicly.
The Raiders might keep Crosby to help develop a strong team culture under new leadership.
Teams are likely interested in trading for Crosby if he becomes available.
The Raiders may not trade Crosby if other teams are unwilling to meet their asking price.
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Saint Mary's basketball coach Randy Bennett is in talks to become the head coach at Arizona State University after his team was eliminated from the NCAA tournament. Bennett has been successful at Saint Mary's, leading the team to multiple tournament appearances, but with changes in his current conference, he is considering a new opportunity.
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Saint Mary's lost to Texas A&M in the NCAA tournament, ending their season.
Randy Bennett, head coach of Saint Mary's for 25 years, is in talks for Arizona State's coaching job.
Arizona State is looking for a new coach after parting ways with Bobby Hurley.
Bennett is originally from Arizona and has been a successful coach with a record of 589-228.
Under Bennett, Saint Mary's made 12 NCAA tournament appearances and he won the WCC Coach of the Year award seven times.
The West Coast Conference, where Saint Mary's plays, is changing due to Gonzaga's move to the Pac-12.
If hired, Bennett would be the first Arizona-born coach at Arizona State since 1957.
Arizona State belongs to a strong basketball conference, which may offer better recruiting opportunities.
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Travis Kelce is planning another season with the Kansas City Chiefs while preparing for his upcoming wedding with Taylor Swift. The couple is stressed due to wedding details being leaked, and Kelce is trying to find the source of these leaks.
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Travis Kelce will play another season for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Kelce is engaged to pop star Taylor Swift.
They are planning to get married before the start of the training camp.
Details about their wedding have been leaked to the media.
Kelce is investigating whether the leaks are coming from his associates.
Kelce had 76 receptions, 851 yards, and five touchdowns last season.
The Chiefs missed the playoffs last season, which was a first under quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
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NFL Hall of Famer Darrell Green, who retired in 2002, is trying to join the U.S. flag football team for the 2026 World Championships and the 2028 Olympics. At 66, he is participating in national team trials to secure a spot.
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Flag football will be part of the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
NFL legend Darrell Green is aiming to make the U.S. flag football team at age 66.
Green is taking part in national team trials in Chula Vista, California.
Trials determine who will join the team for future competitions, including the 2026 World Championships.
Callie Brownson of USA Football praised Green's impressive testing results.
Green spent 20 years in the NFL and won two Super Bowls with the Washington team.
He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame and retired in 2002.
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In the NCAA Tournament, Aday Mara of Michigan became widely noticed for a play against Saint Louis where he faked out a defender and scored easily. Aday Mara, a standout basketball talent, contributed significantly to Michigan's victory and has gained attention for his strong performance throughout the season.
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Aday Mara played a key role in Michigan's win over Saint Louis in the NCAA Tournament.
He scored 19 points, had seven rebounds, and six assists in the opening round game against Howard.
Mara's standout play involved a convincing fake pass and easy score against a defender from Saint Louis.
The play went viral online, with many social media users reacting to the impressive move.
Mara is considered a top talent, being a former five-star international recruit.
He transferred to Michigan after two seasons at UCLA and has excelled as a defensive and offensive player.
Aday Mara was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year.
During the current season, he is averaging 11.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.6 blocks per game.
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Northampton Saints won a close rugby match against Newcastle Red Bulls with a score of 28-27. This victory put Northampton at the top of their league table. Newcastle remains at the bottom but earned a losing bonus point.
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Northampton Saints won 28-27 against Newcastle Red Bulls.
The match allowed Northampton to move to the top of the league table.
Northampton scored four tries, each followed by a successful conversion.
Newcastle scored three tries with two successful conversions and one penalty.
The game took place at Franklins Gardens, Northampton's home ground.
Newcastle earned a losing bonus point, which is given when a team loses by 7 points or fewer.
The match marked a return to league play since it last took place in January.
Both teams displayed a competitive and physical match.
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Michigan State is set to play against Louisville in the NCAA Tournament's Round of 32 on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The game will air on CBS at 2:45 PM ET and can be streamed for free on Fubo. Both teams are competing to move on to a regional semifinal game in Washington.
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Michigan State will play Louisville on March 21, 2026, at 2:45 PM ET.
The game is part of the NCAA Tournament's Round of 32.
It will be broadcast on the CBS TV channel and live-streamed on Fubo.
Michigan State won against North Dakota State with a 92-67 score earlier.
Louisville defeated South Florida 83-79 on Thursday.
Michigan State aims for their 28th consecutive appearance in the tournament.
Both teams are striving to reach the next phase, with Louisville seeking their first Sweet Sixteen since 2015.
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North Carolina's basketball coach Hubert Davis may be fired after losing in the NCAA Tournament's first round for the second year. The defeat has intensified scrutiny on Davis, and there is speculation about potential replacements, possibly including Florida's Todd Golden.
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North Carolina lost to VCU 82-78 in overtime after leading by double digits.
This marks the second consecutive year North Carolina exited in the first round.
Coach Hubert Davis has a record of 125 wins and 54 losses over five seasons.
Any decision on Davis's job must consider a $5.3 million contract buyout.
Florida head coach Todd Golden is a top name mentioned as a potential replacement.
North Carolina's decision may affect other coaching positions due to hiring impacts.
The transfer portal opening on April 7 adds urgency to any coaching changes.
The change in athletic director, with Steve Newmark replacing Bubba Cunningham on July 1, is another factor for UNC to consider.
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The Boston Red Sox unexpectedly released 19-year-old Dominican outfielder Edwin Brito. He had been signed in 2024 with a $450,000 bonus but struggled during his first year playing in the United States, leading to his release.
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Edwin Brito was signed by the Red Sox in 2024 with a $450,000 bonus.
Brito played well in the Dominican Summer League in 2024.
He struggled in the Florida Complex League, getting only 14 hits in 99 at-bats.
The Red Sox released him after 83 games in their organization.
The Red Sox have not explained their decision to release Brito.
Brito did not achieve a prospect ranking from major scouting organizations.
His release was first reported by Andrew Parker of SoxProspects.com.
The Red Sox also have another top prospect, Vladimir Asencio, who is still playing in the Dominican Summer League.
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Chris Taylor, a veteran baseball player and two-time World Series winner, will not be joining the Los Angeles Angels roster for the upcoming season. Despite his strong performance in spring training, Taylor opted out of his minor league deal after learning he wouldn't make the team.
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Chris Taylor is a veteran baseball player and a two-time World Series champion.
He was signed by the Los Angeles Angels to a minor league contract during the offseason.
Taylor performed well in spring training with a .388 on-base percentage and .798 OPS.
He can play all three outfield positions and work as a utility infielder.
Taylor did not make the Angels' opening day roster.
He has opted out of his deal with the Angels after not making the team.
Taylor previously spent parts of 10 seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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The Toronto Blue Jays are facing injuries to key pitchers as they prepare for the baseball season. Max Scherzer, a veteran pitcher, is performing well in spring training, providing hope despite the team's challenges. The Blue Jays will rely on their remaining pitchers to succeed this year.
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The Toronto Blue Jays have several injured starting pitchers, including Trey Yesavage, Shane Bieber, and José Berríos.
Max Scherzer, a 41-year-old pitcher, joined the Blue Jays on a one-year contract.
Scherzer has performed well in spring training, not allowing any runs in 13 2/3 innings across three starts.
He struck out five batters and allowed only two hits and two walks in his latest game against the Minnesota Twins.
The Blue Jays signed Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce to strengthen their pitching staff.
The team is focused on pitching as they lost player Bo Bichette to the New York Mets.
Scherzer's experience is crucial for the Blue Jays, especially with the current injuries in their starting rotation.
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The New York Mets did not make the playoffs last year due to a lack of strong starting pitchers. This season, the team has made big changes to improve their chances, and an expert predicts they might win the National League pennant.
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The Mets missed the playoffs last year because they didn't have enough strong starting pitchers.
The team made major changes to their roster in the offseason.
MLB insider Eno Sarris predicts the Mets will win the National League pennant.
The Mets are believed to have one of the best pitching depths in baseball.
Sean Manaea, a Mets pitcher, isn't throwing as hard as before, but the team is not worried.
Freddy Peralta is seen as the leading pitcher for the Mets.
The team is hopeful about good performance from pitcher Clay Holmes and contributions from Nolan McLean.
The Los Angeles Dodgers also have strong pitching depth, similar to the Mets.
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