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Miami’s men’s basketball team is set to finish its 31‑game unbeaten run against the Ohio Bobcats tonight. The game starts at 9 p. m. Eastern on ESPN2, and the talk about whether Miami deserves a spot in the big tournament is louder than ever. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith said on Thursday’s

Goalie Interference Is Turning Into a League Headache

The NHL’s replay system was meant to clear up mistakes, not create new ones. Now, the league is fighting a growing problem with how it handles goalie interference calls. Teams no longer know what the rules really say about a player touching a goalie in the crease. When a play is sent to rev

politics

Family Facing Forced Return to Colombia Despite Safety Concerns

A mother from the Bay Area and her two young sons were taken to a U. S. immigration office in San Francisco, where they were quickly detained and later sent back to Colombia. The case involves a 5‑year‑old boy who needs special hearing devices and a 6‑year‑old child with significant deafness. Both c

health

Hidden Virus Hits West Coast, Experts Sound Alarm

A new virus that many people are unaware of is spreading fast along the West Coast. Scientists use wastewater samples to track how common it is in communities, and recent data show that the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is present in cities such as San Francisco, Sacramento and Davis. The virus reach

New Era for the Canucks: Garland’s Move to Columbus

Vancouver traded winger Conor Garland to the Columbus Blue Jackets for a 2028 second‑round pick and a 2026 third‑round pick. Garland, who signed a six‑year deal with the Canucks last summer that runs through 2032 and carries a $6 million cap hit, has seen his role shift as the team moves toward rebu

NFL Free‑Agency Dreams: How Teams Could Reboot Their Roster

Free‑agency season is here and the market is buzzing with speculation. Some analysts see a weak draft and strong veteran options, while others think the class is a waste. The truth lies somewhere in between – certain teams could find their missing pieces by signing the right free agents. Fi

business

Grand Haven Eatery Shuts Its Doors After a Short Reboot

The Paisley Pig, which had been part of Grand Haven’s dining scene for nine years, will close its doors on March 29. The owners, Josh and Katie Sandberg, posted the news on Facebook after a brief attempt to revive the restaurant. They explained that rising wages and food prices have made it im

technology

Super Micro’s Stock: A Mixed Picture in Tech

Super Micro Computer, a San Jose firm, makes servers and storage that can be mixed and matched. Its market value tops $19 billion, putting it in the “large‑cap” category that signals size and influence. The company’s open design lets it offer a wide range of products, from motherboards to full racks

politics

Israel Expands Military Presence in Lebanon After Hezbollah Escalation

March 3, 2026

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has pushed its troops further into southern Lebanon, moving beyond the five posts it currently holds. This shift is part of a new forward defense strategy aimed at blocking potential attacks from the Hezbollah group, which has begun launching rockets and drones toward