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NFL Free‑Agency Shake‑Ups: New Deals, Restructures and Surprises

March 11, 2026

The NFL’s new league year has begun with a flurry of moves that could reshape teams for years to come. Two star quarterbacks, Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen, have each restructured their contracts. Jackson’s deal now costs Baltimore about $34 million in cap space, saving roughly $40 million. Alle

sports

Rockies Gear Up: Roster Uncertainty and New Beginnings

March 11, 2026

The Rockies are busy shaping a 26‑man squad for the season opener on March 27 in Miami. Decision makers like DePodesta, Byrnes and Schaeffer juggle stats, experience, minor‑league options and gut feelings. Who will be the fifth starter? Options include Chase Dollander, Ryan Feltner or a retooled

entertainment

Big Stars, Big BBQ: What to Expect at Stagecoach 2026

March 5, 2026

The 2026 Stagecoach Country Music Festival will feature a sizzling lineup of celebrity chefs and music stars who will cook up tasty treats for fans. The event, held from April 24 to 26 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, will see Guy Fieri hosting his own stage and a tent full of barbecue stands. Fans

entertainment

New Week, New Shows: Pick Your Next Binge

March 4, 2026

The calendar flips to March and fresh titles arrive on Prime Video. Viewers now favor fast‑moving stories that keep the heart racing. Action and suspense are the main draws, so shows with bold plots climb to the top. One standout is “The Gray House. ” It tells a real‑life tale of women in Civil War

politics

Trump’s Iran Plan Compared to Venezuela: A Questionable Blueprint

March 3, 2026

President Trump recently told a Fox News host that his strategy against Iran is modeled after U. S. actions in Venezuela, even though the Venezuelan leader remains alive. He claimed that the approach used there—capturing the head of state and sending him to the U. S. —could be replicated in Tehran.

sports

Favre Hails Mendoza: Leadership Over Numbers

February 28, 2026

Brett Favre, the legendary quarterback who lifted a Super Bowl trophy in 1996, shared his thoughts on Indiana’s star Fernando Mendoza. The former NFL hero said the young player’s true value lies in qualities that can’t be measured by drills or statistics. Favre praised Mendoza for his calm leader

crime

A Wrongful Prison Sentence Over a Natural Drug

February 18, 2026

Ameen Alai, a father and body‑building coach, was sentenced to four years in federal prison on September 16, 2025. The charge was a single count of felony drug distribution, even though he never sold or handed out the drug in question. That drug was ibogaine, a plant‑derived alkaloid that some peopl

technology

Drones and Lasers: A Close Call in Texas

February 15, 2026

A recent incident in Texas has sparked concerns about how the U. S. handles drone threats. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) temporarily closed the airspace over El Paso after a laser system, used to shoot down drones, was deployed by U. S. Customs and Border Protection without coordinating

sports

Basketball Brackets: Computers vs. Coaches

February 15, 2026

In the world of basketball, computers are now calling the shots. The CIF San Diego Section recently unveiled its girls' basketball brackets, and the results have sparked some debate. Teams like Francis Parker, Mater Dei Catholic, and Cathedral Catholic secured top spots based on their records. Howev

celebrities

Actors Share Love and Loss After James Van Der Beek’s Passing

February 12, 2026

The news of James Van Der Beek’s death at 48, after a fight with stage‑3 colorectal cancer, has set off a wave of heartfelt messages from his peers. Friends and co‑stars across the industry have taken to social media, each offering a personal tribute that highlights his warmth and talent. Sarah M