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Miami (Ohio) and Ohio University will face off in a college basketball game on Friday night, February 13, 2026. Miami (Ohio) is currently undefeated in their conference games, while Ohio has had a strong recent performance in their league.
Key Facts
Miami (Ohio) RedHawks are ranked No. 23 and have a 24-0 record this season.
The game will take place at Millett Hall in Oxford, Ohio.
Miami (Ohio) is undefeated in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) with an 11-0 record.
Ohio Bobcats recently lost a game against Old Dominion but have a 7-6 record in the MAC.
Miami's Eian Elmer and Peter Suder are key players who scored 18 and 17 points, respectively, in their last game.
Ohio's Ajay Sheldon scored 19 points in their last game, while Javan Simmons and Aidan Hadaway also contributed significantly.
The historical rivalry between the teams is known as the "Battle of the Bricks."
The game will be broadcasted on ESPN and available for live streaming on Fubo.
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Ilia Malinin, a figure skater, was expected to win gold at the Winter Olympics but ended up finishing in eighth place after a difficult performance. His mother, Tatiana Malinina, who is also his coach, was not present at the event due to her nerves, and she traditionally waits for performance results through a phone call from Malinin's father.
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Ilia Malinin was a favorite to win gold in the men's figure skating competition but finished in eighth place.
Malinin had a difficult performance during the free skate portion of the event.
His father and coach, Roman Skorniakov, was present to support him but his mother, Tatiana Malinina, was not.
Tatiana Malinina is also Malinin's coach but does not watch him compete live due to nerves.
Malinin's mother waits for a phone call from his father to learn the outcome of the performance before watching it herself.
Malinin has been undefeated for over two years prior to this event.
The loss was considered one of the most significant upsets in Olympic figure skating history.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, a legendary NBA player, wanted to join the Los Angeles Lakers coaching staff to mentor younger players, including Ivica Zubac, but was not given the job. Although Zubac was later traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, he became a key player and now plays for the Indiana Pacers. Currently, he has not yet played this season due to an ankle injury and paternity leave.
Key Facts
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar played for the Lakers and won five NBA championships.
Abdul-Jabbar wanted to mentor Lakers players but did not get a coaching job.
Ivica Zubac was drafted by the Lakers in 2016.
Zubac was traded to the Clippers in 2019 and developed into an important player there.
During the 2024-25 season, Zubac averaged 16.8 points and 12.6 rebounds.
Zubac was traded to the Indiana Pacers but hasn’t played yet this season.
The Indiana Pacers have a 15-40 record in the Eastern Conference.
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Anthony Alfredo was disqualified from the Daytona 500 due to issues found during a technical inspection of his car. The disqualification cannot be appealed because the race was considered a qualifying event. Problems with hoses on his car led to this decision by NASCAR officials.
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Anthony Alfredo was disqualified from the Daytona 500.
The disqualification occurred after a post-race technical inspection.
The issue involved hoses for transmission cooling and driver cooling that were not properly fastened.
NASCAR's rules state that parts must be securely fastened to prevent them from falling off.
The disqualification is not appealable because the event was a qualifying race, not a main race.
NASCAR inspects every car's safety features and part fittings after races.
Alfredo expressed disappointment but acknowledged NASCAR's rules and enforcement.
He plans to focus on participating in another race with Viking Motorsports.
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Pre-season Formula 1 testing in Bahrain focused on changes to car engines and rules. Drivers like Max Verstappen and Lando Norris expressed different feelings about the new driving experience. The new regulations include the use of sustainable fuel and changes to energy management in cars.
Key Facts
Red Bull built their own F1 engine this year, partnering with Ford.
Max Verstappen expressed that the new F1 cars focus more on managing energy than speed.
Lando Norris found the new cars enjoyable and had different views from Verstappen.
George Russell mentioned that while the new rules change racing, they might make races more unpredictable.
The new cars, engines, and tires follow significant regulation changes, including sustainable fuel usage.
Around half of the engine’s power now comes from electrical components, leading to different driving techniques.
Drivers need to balance energy recovery and output during races, affecting traditional racing dynamics.
Veteran driver Fernando Alonso highlighted changes in corner driving due to energy conservation tactics.
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Michigan Wolverines face Iowa Hawkeyes in a college wrestling match. The event takes place on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET and is available to watch on the Big Ten Network and via Fubo live stream.
Key Facts
The wrestling match is between the Michigan Wolverines and the Iowa Hawkeyes.
It is scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET.
The match will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network.
Michigan has an 8-4 overall record and a 4-2 record in Big Ten duals.
Iowa holds a 10-5 overall record and is 3-3 in Big Ten duals.
Michigan leads the all-time series against Iowa with a record of 34–27–1.
Both teams have several wrestlers who are nationally ranked.
The match can also be live-streamed using Fubo.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy, are currently underway. As of February 13, Norway leads the medal count with Italy close behind. The United States ranks third with 14 medals.
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Norway is leading the medal count with 18 medals, including eight golds.
Italy is in second place, also with 18 medals, but with six golds.
The United States is third with 14 medals and four golds.
Other top countries include France with 10 medals and Germany with 11.
Japan, not initially favored, has 14 medals and ranks ninth.
A total of 2,916 athletes are participating in the Winter Olympics.
The U.S. has the most athletes attending, with 235 participants.
The Olympic flag, first used in 1920, symbolizes global unity and includes colors from all national flags at its creation.
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The Saint Louis Billikens, ranked 18th and currently on a 17-game winning streak, will play against the Loyola Chicago Ramblers on February 13, 2026. This college basketball game will be broadcast on ESPN2 and can be streamed live through Fubo.
Key Facts
Saint Louis Billikens have a current record of 23-1.
The Billikens are unbeaten in their conference (Atlantic 10) with 11 wins.
Loyola Chicago Ramblers have a record of 6-19.
The two teams have an all-time series record of 17 wins each.
The game will be played on February 13, 2026, at 8:30 PM ET.
The game will be broadcast on ESPN2 and available for live streaming on Fubo.
Fubo offers a live TV streaming service with a free trial available.
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A video shared on TikTok after the Super Bowl highlighted the numerous private jets leaving an airport near the event, sparking discussions about fuel use and environmental impact. The video pointed out how much fuel private jets consume compared to regular vehicles and elicited a strong reaction online about the ethics and environmental responsibilities of using private jets for big events.
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A video on TikTok showed many private jets leaving an airport near the Super Bowl.
The video highlighted one short flight, from San Jose to Santa Rosa, that could have been driven in about 99 miles.
Private jets can use between 100 and 500 gallons of fuel per hour.
A Toyota Camry holds about 13 gallons of fuel, enough for regular driving for around two weeks.
The TikTok video received strong reactions, with many commenters criticizing the use of private jets.
Celebrities and wealthy individuals often use private jets for convenience when attending big events like the Super Bowl.
Private jets contribute more to per-passenger carbon emissions than commercial airlines, despite making up a small portion of global aviation emissions.
The Federal Aviation Administration keeps a public database of aircraft details and flights.
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During the Winter Olympics, a curling match between Canada and Sweden involved a controversy where Sweden accused a Canadian player of cheating by touching the stone improperly. Despite complaints, officials took no action, leading to confusion and criticism from viewers. The Canadian player denied the accusation, stating that no officials called out his actions during the match.
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The incident happened during a curling match between Canada and Sweden at the Winter Olympics.
Sweden accused Canadian player Marc Kennedy of illegally touching the curling stone.
Officials did not take any action despite Sweden’s complaints.
There was confusion and criticism from viewers about the inaction.
Marc Kennedy denied the cheating accusation and stated respect for his opponent, Oskar Eriksson.
Both teams appealed to officials, but their complaints were not addressed.
Curling rules prohibit touching the stone itself, which was part of the accusation.
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Brad Keselowski, co-owner of RFK Racing, invited Formula One champion Max Verstappen to try out NASCAR after Verstappen criticized the new 2026 F1 cars for not being fun to drive. Verstappen expressed frustration with the cars' focus on energy efficiency instead of speed and driving enjoyment. Dale Earnhardt Jr. also expressed interest in seeing Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo in NASCAR.
Key Facts
Brad Keselowski offered Max Verstappen a chance to drive a NASCAR car.
Max Verstappen is unhappy with the new 2026 F1 regulation cars.
Verstappen described the new cars as not enjoyable to drive, likening them to an enhanced version of Formula E.
Formula E focuses on energy efficiency and management, unlike the traditional speed-oriented Formula 1.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. mentioned he would like to see Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen in NASCAR.
Verstappen has hinted he might consider retiring from F1 if the cars are not enjoyable under new rules.
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The NFL has decided to stop releasing public report cards from the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) that review how players feel about team ownership and conditions. An arbitrator said these report cards violated the league's collective bargaining agreement. Fans and players have criticized this decision, saying it hides important information from the public.
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The NFL will no longer make the NFLPA team report cards public.
These report cards rate things like team ownership, facilities, and player conditions.
The NFL claimed that releasing the report cards breaks its collective bargaining agreement.
An arbitrator ruled that the NFLPA's public sharing of these report cards was not allowed.
Fans and players have criticized this move as a lack of transparency.
Some players have suggested they may still anonymously share their team reviews.
Fans expressed their thoughts on social media, criticizing the NFL's decision.
The NFLPA report cards gave fans insight into how teams prioritize player safety and conditions.
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Michigan State and Wisconsin, two college basketball teams from the Big Ten Conference, will play against each other on Friday, February 13, 2026. The game will be broadcast on FOX and available for streaming on Fubo. Both teams recently won overtime games against Illinois.
Key Facts
Michigan State and Wisconsin are part of the Big Ten Conference.
The game is scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET.
It will air on FOX and can be streamed on Fubo.
Wisconsin recently won an overtime game against Illinois with a score of 92-90.
Michigan State also beat Illinois in overtime with a score of 85-82.
Key players include Nick Boyd and John Blackwell from Wisconsin, and Jeremy Fears from Michigan State.
Michigan State has won 87 out of 157 games in their all-time series with Wisconsin.
Regional restrictions may apply for the Fubo streaming service.
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Lindsey Vonn, a retired American skier, needs more surgeries after breaking her leg in a crash at the Winter Olympics. She recently returned to the sport after a five-year break and had been performing well before her injury.
Key Facts
Lindsey Vonn broke her leg during a Winter Olympics race.
She suffered a complex fracture in her left leg and has had three surgeries so far.
Vonn retired in 2019 but returned to skiing in 2024.
She won two golds and achieved eight podium finishes since her comeback.
Vonn needs two more surgeries and will return to the U.S. for further treatment.
She shared her recovery updates and gratitude to supporters on Instagram.
Vonn was the Olympic downhill champion in 2010 and had hoped for a strong finish to her career.
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Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych appealed to sport's highest court, asking to race at the Olympics wearing a helmet to honor Ukrainian war victims. The Court of Arbitration for Sport denied his appeal, agreeing with the International Olympic Committee that the helmet violated Olympic rules. Heraskevych was disqualified from the competition before it began.
Key Facts
Vladyslav Heraskevych is a skeleton athlete from Ukraine.
He wanted to honor Ukrainian war victims by wearing a special helmet.
The helmet showed faces of over 20 Ukrainian athletes and coaches killed since the Russian invasion.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled against his appeal to wear the helmet.
The court agreed with the International Olympic Committee that the helmet violated Olympic rules.
Heraskevych was disqualified 45 minutes before the start of his race.
The IOC rules state that athletes' performances should be the focus during competitions and ceremonies.
Despite the disqualification, Heraskevych met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and was given an Order of Freedom.
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President Donald Trump pardoned five former NFL players, one of whom is deceased, for crimes such as lying to a grand jury and drug trafficking. The pardons were announced by Alice Marie Johnson, with acknowledgment from Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for informing one player. The players include Joe Klecko, Nate Newton, Jamal Lewis, Travis Henry, and Billy Cannon.
Key Facts
President Trump pardoned five former NFL players for various crimes.
These crimes include perjury, drug trafficking, and counterfeiting.
The players pardoned are Joe Klecko, Nate Newton, Jamal Lewis, Travis Henry, and Billy Cannon.
Joe Klecko was found guilty of perjury in an insurance fraud case.
Nate Newton faced charges for drug trafficking involving a large amount of marijuana.
Jamal Lewis was involved in a drug-related case concerning cellphone use to set up a deal.
Travis Henry conspired to traffic cocaine in a drug ring between Colorado and Montana.
Billy Cannon, who died in 2018, was involved in counterfeiting due to financial issues.
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Sports broadcaster James Brown and journalist Amna Nawaz talked about protests happening in sports during a program called "Settle In." They discussed how these protests are affecting sports and what it means for athletes and teams.
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James Brown is a well-known sports broadcaster.
Amna Nawaz works as a journalist.
They both discussed the topic on a show named "Settle In."
The conversation focused on protests happening within sports.
They talked about how protests might impact athletes and sports teams.
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The 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series starts with the Fresh From Florida 250 at Daytona. The race marks the return of RAM trucks and Tony Stewart, a former NASCAR champion. Several drivers, including Kaden Honeycutt and Ty Majeski, are anticipated to compete for the championship.
Key Facts
The Fresh From Florida 250 kicks off the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
The race takes place at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET.
It is broadcast on FOX Sports 1 and available for streaming on Fubo.
RAM returns to the series with five trucks, partnering with Kaulig Racing.
Tony Stewart, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, returns and drives for Kaulig's all-star truck.
The series will have a new champion since Corey Heim is not competing full-time.
Kaden Honeycutt, Ty Majeski, and other drivers are key contenders for the championship.
YouTube star Cleetus McFarland will race with Niece Motorsports.
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BetMGM is offering a special bonus code for people interested in betting during the NBA All-Star Weekend and some major college basketball games. The offer includes $50 in rewards and a safety net for first bets up to $1,500.
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BetMGM's bonus code for this offer is WEEK1550.
The offer includes $50 in BetMGM Rewards Points after making a minimum $10 deposit.
A first bet safety net will refund up to $1,500 if the initial bet is lost.
The NBA All-Star Weekend features events such as the celebrity game, 3-Point Contest, and Dunk Contest.
There are three teams in the NBA All-Star game: USA Stars, USA Stripes, and the World team.
College basketball games like Clemson-Duke and Kansas-Iowa State are also happening this weekend.
The bonus bets from this offer must be used within one week.
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