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Shimron Hetmyer scored 85 runs off 34 balls, leading the West Indies to a 107-run win against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup. West Indies scored a total of 254 runs, which became the second-highest total in T20 World Cup history. Zimbabwe was all out at 147 runs in 17.4 overs.
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Shimron Hetmyer scored 85 off 34 balls, hitting seven sixes and seven fours.
West Indies posted a score of 254-6 in their 20 overs.
This score is the second-highest in T20 World Cup history.
Zimbabwe was bowled out for 147 runs in 17.4 overs.
Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie were key bowlers, taking 3 and 4 wickets respectively.
Brad Evans from Zimbabwe scored 43 runs, including five sixes.
West Indies started their T20 World Cup Super 8 stage with this win.
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LeBron James, a star player for the Los Angeles Lakers, surpassed 43,000 career points in the NBA despite his team's loss to the Boston Celtics. Caitlin Clark, an Indiana Fever player, reacted to this news with a single-word response, "King."
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The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics with a score of 111-89.
LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to score over 43,000 career points.
In the game, James scored 20 points, had five assists, and four rebounds.
Several athletes reacted to James' achievement, including Caitlin Clark, who simply called him "King."
Caitlin Clark was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft.
Clark will soon play in the 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers with the U.S. women's national team.
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Lindsey Vonn, a well-known American skier, almost lost her leg after a serious crash at the Winter Olympics in Italy. She underwent several surgeries, including an emergency procedure to save her leg from amputation, and is now recovering in the U.S.
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Lindsey Vonn crashed during a skiing event at the Winter Olympics in Italy and injured her left leg severely.
She had multiple surgeries, including a fasciotomy, to relieve extreme pressure in her leg muscles.
Vonn suffered from compartment syndrome, which restricts blood flow in the muscles.
Dr. Tom Hackett, her surgeon, performed emergency surgery to prevent leg amputation.
She has returned to the United States after having four surgeries in Italy.
Vonn is currently in a wheelchair but hopes to move to crutches in the future.
Her recovery may take up to a year, and she might need additional surgery for her ACL.
Vonn mentioned needing a blood transfusion due to low blood levels after surgeries.
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A new promo code, NEWSWEEKXL, offers bonuses for users signing up with Sleeper, a daily fantasy sports platform. This promotion coincides with an NBA game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Detroit Pistons and includes either a $20 bonus or a 100% deposit match up to $100.
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The promo code NEWSWEEKXL offers bonuses for new Sleeper users.
Users can choose between a $20 bonus or a deposit match up to $100.
This offer applies to the NBA game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Detroit Pistons.
New users must register with Sleeper and make a qualifying deposit to receive the bonuses.
The game features key players like Victor Wembanyama and Cade Cunningham.
Sleeper's offer requires users to be located in a participating state.
The promo is intended to give a head start to new users in the sports betting market.
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Olympic figure skater Ilia Malinin, known as the "Quad God," is at the center of dating rumors after being seen in Milan with fellow skater Lee Hae-in. Both were spotted together at a cat cafe, sparking speculation about their relationship. Malinin will compete for his third world championship title next month.
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Ilia Malinin is a men's figure skating world champion and a known figure in the sport.
He recently competed in the Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy.
Malinin helped the United States win gold in the team event at the Olympics.
Photos showed Malinin visiting a cat cafe in Milan with South Korean skater Lee Hae-in.
Social media activity between Malinin and Lee has fueled dating speculation.
Both skaters finished eighth in their individual events at the 2026 Olympics.
Malinin and Lee will both compete at the World Championships in Prague next month.
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WWE wrestler Randy Orton wants to perform his famous move, the RKO, on retired NFL player Tom Brady. This comes after Brady called WWE "cute" on a podcast hosted by Logan Paul.
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Randy Orton is a well-known wrestler in WWE.
Tom Brady is a retired football player known for his NFL career.
Brady called WWE "cute" during a conversation on Logan Paul's podcast.
Logan Paul, who hosts the podcast, is also part of WWE.
Orton said he wants to meet Brady and perform his RKO move on him.
Orton has done his RKO move on non-wrestlers before, including comedian Wayne Brady and singer Meatloaf.
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Jack Hughes, a player for Team USA hockey, suffered a mouth injury during the gold medal game against Canada in the Olympics. Despite the injury, he scored the winning goal in overtime. Hughes' dentist has explained that his recovery from the dental injury will take weeks and might require surgery.
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Jack Hughes is a Team USA hockey player.
Team USA won against Canada in the Olympic gold medal game.
Hughes scored the game-winning goal in overtime.
During the game, Hughes was hit in the mouth, resulting in a dental injury.
His dentist, Dr. Jason Auerbach, stated Hughes may have fractured a tooth and possibly displaced another.
Recovery will involve a temporary fix and could take weeks.
Surgery might be needed for complete recovery from the injury.
Hughes continued to play and scored after his injury.
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The New England Patriots released running back Antonio Gibson to make room in their salary cap for future player acquisitions. Gibson only played in five games last season due to a knee injury. The team is looking to improve its lineup after a Super Bowl loss.
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The Patriots released running back Antonio Gibson to free up $3.1 million in salary cap space.
Gibson tore his ACL early in the season, limiting him to five games in 2025.
He originally signed a three-year, $11.2 million contract with the Patriots in 2025.
The team is considering adding new players to strengthen areas exposed in their recent Super Bowl defeat.
Gibson became notable in 2021 for rushing over 1,000 yards with the Washington Commanders.
The release is part of the Patriots' strategy to balance short-term depth with long-term flexibility.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics have ended, and the United States finished in second place with a total of 33 medals. Norway secured first place with 41 medals. The U.S. won gold medals in various sports, including figure skating and skiing.
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The U.S. won 33 total medals: 12 gold, 12 silver, and 9 bronze.
Norway led the medal tally with 41 medals in total.
The Netherlands came in third with 20 medals.
The U.S.'s gold medals were in skiing, figure skating, ice hockey, bobsleigh, snowboarding, curling, luge, and short track.
Alysa Liu won a gold medal in women's individual figure skating for the U.S., a first since 2002.
The U.S. sent 235 athletes to the Winter Olympics, the most from any country.
Canada had the second-highest number of athletes at the games, with 211.
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Ilia Malinin, a favored American figure skater at the 2026 Winter Olympics, finished eighth in the men's individual event after falling during his routine. Despite this setback, he contributed to Team USA's gold medal in the team event and influenced music charts with his exhibition performance.
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Ilia Malinin competed as a favorite in the 2026 Winter Olympics in the men's figure skating event.
He fell twice during his routine and finished in eighth place.
Malinin addressed the pressure of Olympic expectations affecting his mental health.
He performed in an exhibition gala to the song "Fear" by NF, which then topped music charts.
Malinin helped Team USA secure a gold medal in the team event.
He plans to compete in the Figure Skating World Championships in Prague next month.
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England's cricket team is facing challenges against spin bowlers in the T20 World Cup. Despite winning a recent match against Sri Lanka, England's batters have struggled with spin bowling, and this could be a concern in their upcoming match against Pakistan. Pakistan is known for using many spin bowlers, which could make the match difficult for England.
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England beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in a recent T20 World Cup match.
Four of England's top five batters were dismissed by spin bowlers in this match.
England will secure a spot in the semi-finals if they win against Pakistan.
Pakistan used six different spinners in a previous match against India.
England's captain, Harry Brook, has been dismissed by spinners four times in the tournament.
England's batters have been struggling more with spin bowling compared to fast bowling.
Pakistan has a well-regarded spin attack, including a unique bowler named Usman Tariq.
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The Kansas City Chiefs have ended their contract with Mike Danna, a defensive player who has been with the team for six years. This decision helps the Chiefs reduce their salary expenses as they prepare for the new season.
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Mike Danna played for the Kansas City Chiefs for six years.
Danna was involved in 87 games, starting 49 of those.
He contributed 6 forced fumbles, 21.5 sacks, and 194 tackles during his time with the team.
Cutting Danna saves the Chiefs $8.9 million but costs $2.1 million in dead money.
The Chiefs signed Danna to a three-year, $24 million deal, which is now in its final year.
The team needs to manage its salary cap, as they were $10 million over the limit before making changes.
The Chiefs have not yet decided on other roster changes, like if Travis Kelce will return.
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The Dallas Cowboys' wide receiver, George Pickens, is being highlighted as a top player entering NFL free agency. Experts predict that if he doesn't get a franchise tag, his market value could reach about $35 million per year. The Cowboys are considering using the franchise tag to retain him while they think about their long-term salary plans.
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George Pickens is a wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys.
He had a successful 2025 season, with 93 catches for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns.
ESPN's Bill Barnwell called Pickens a "franchise player."
Without a franchise tag, his market value is projected at $35 million annually.
Current top wide receiver salaries include Ja'Marr Chase at $40.2 million and Justin Jefferson at $35 million a year.
The Cowboys might use the franchise tag on Pickens to keep him temporarily while managing their budget.
The NFL free agency period starts on March 11, 2026.
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The Golden State Warriors recently traded for Kristaps Porzingis from the Atlanta Hawks just before the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline. Unfortunately, Porzingis, who has had past injury problems, is set to miss at least the next two games due to illness. The Warriors, holding a 30-27 record, aim to secure a playoff position.
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The Warriors acquired Kristaps Porzingis from the Atlanta Hawks before the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline.
Porzingis is dealing with a health issue and did not travel with the team for upcoming games.
He is expected to miss at least two games against the New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies.
Porzingis played only one game for the Warriors, scoring 12 points against the Boston Celtics.
Last season, while with the Celtics, Porzingis averaged 19.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.
The Warriors currently have a 30-27 record and are in the 8th seed in the Western Conference.
They are in the running for the NBA Play-In Tournament, with a chance to make the playoffs.
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Brent Honeywell, who played a key role for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their World Series victory, is signing a minor league contract with the San Francisco Giants. Honeywell didn't pitch last season but previously impressed during critical postseason games for the Dodgers. He will aim to find a place on the Giants' roster after a year off.
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Brent Honeywell was non-tendered by the Dodgers after the 2024 season.
He is signing a minor league contract with the San Francisco Giants.
Honeywell debuted in 2021 with the Tampa Bay Rays.
He previously played for teams like the Athletics, Padres, White Sox, Pirates, and Dodgers.
With the Dodgers, Honeywell had a 2.62 ERA in 18 regular-season games in 2024.
He played a significant role in the Dodgers' postseason with key appearances.
Honeywell did not pitch last season and is now trying to make a return with the Giants.
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Pakistan will play against England in the Super Eight stage of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on February 24 in Sri Lanka. Pakistan needs a win to stay in the running for a semifinal spot, while England will secure a place in the semifinals if they win. The match will take place at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, and good weather is expected.
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Pakistan and England will compete in the T20 World Cup Super Eight on February 24, 2026.
The match is at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Pakistan needs a win after their first Super Eight game was washed out due to rain.
If England wins, they will secure a place in the semifinals.
The weather forecast for the match is favorable, with a low chance of rain.
Pakistan has never beaten England in the T20 World Cup.
England recently beat Sri Lanka in their first Super Eight match.
England's Will Jacks is currently a standout player, excelling in recent games.
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Team USA's Connor Hellebuyck was a key player in the men's hockey victory over Canada at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Hellebuyck made 41 saves, helping the U.S. win 2-1 in overtime against Canada, the tournament favorites. Hall of Fame goalie Mike Richter praised Hellebuyck's performance, comparing him to Jim Craig from the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" team.
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Connor Hellebuyck is the goalie for Team USA.
Hellebuyck made 41 saves in the game against Canada.
The U.S. won the game 2-1 in overtime.
The game was part of the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
Mike Richter, a Hall of Fame goalie, praised Hellebuyck.
Hellebuyck's performance was compared to Jim Craig's in 1980.
This victory gave Team USA its first Olympic gold medal in men's hockey since 1980.
Canadian player Sam Bennett acknowledged Hellebuyck's strong performance.
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Leeds United has struggled with conceding late goals in their Premier League matches, which has affected their position in the league standings. They have given up the most goals after the 86th minute this season, which has cost them crucial points. Despite some successes, like a change in formation leading to improved results, these late goals have led to a lower league position than they could have otherwise achieved.
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Leeds United has conceded 12 goals after the 86th minute this season, the most in the Premier League.
Half of these late goals have led to Leeds dropping a total of nine points.
If games ended at 85 minutes, Leeds would rank seventh in the league; they are currently 15th.
Notable late-game losses include a 4-3 defeat to Newcastle and a 1-0 loss due to an own goal against Fulham.
Late goals against them have included penalties and an own goal, indicating possible concentration issues.
Leeds has also scored late goals, affecting their overall standing positively.
Manager Daniel Farke's switch to a 3-5-2 formation has improved their form, helping them move out of the relegation zone.
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Canada lost to Team USA 2-1 in the gold medal hockey game at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Sidney Crosby was absent due to injury, but his teammate Brad Marchand expressed a strong desire to win for him. Despite the loss, Crosby praised the Canadian team's performance.
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The game was the gold medal match at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
Team Canada had 15 more shots on goal but lost 2-1 to Team USA in overtime.
Jack Hughes scored the winning goal for Team USA during overtime.
Sidney Crosby, a key player for Canada, missed the game due to an injury.
Brad Marchand wanted to win the gold to honor Crosby, despite his inability to play.
Crosby commended his teammates for their strong performance despite the loss.
This may be Crosby's last Olympics due to his age, as he is 38 years old.
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Travis Kelce, a key player for the Kansas City Chiefs, is considering whether to continue playing or retire. Reports suggest that Kelce is likely to return for another season, but no final decision has been made. The Chiefs value Kelce's presence, especially with quarterback Patrick Mahomes expected to miss time due to injury.
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Travis Kelce is a 36-year-old tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Last season, Kelce led the team in receptions, yards, and touchdowns.
Kelce has not publicly stated if he will retire or play another season.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that contract talks are ongoing and leaning towards Kelce's return.
Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs' quarterback, may miss the start of the next season because of a knee injury.
The Chiefs' head coach, Andy Reid, confirmed ongoing communication with Kelce.
Kelce expressed interest in working with newly hired offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy.
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