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"The Dish": Chef Eric Adjepong on his new restaurant and sharing West African cuisine
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West Virginia’s governor is latest politician to look deeply unserious after NCAA postseason snub
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Rapper Yella Beezy arrested, indicted in alleged murder-for-hire that killed musician Mo3
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Calipari mulls Arkansas path: 'Back to my roots'
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Cold-shooting Goodhue girls done in by West Central Area in state semis
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Tosa West beats Brookfield Central to lead area boys hoops sectional semifinal scores
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West Texas, San Angelo-area high school baseball schedule, scores and top players March 17-22
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West Texas, San Angelo-area high school softball schedule, scores and top players March 17-22
The West Texas, Concho Valley and San Angelo-area high school softball regular season rolls on. Here are the schedules, scores and top players this week.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Driver charged with attempted murder in connection with CarMax dealership crash
A 25-year-old man was charged with attempted murder in connection with a vehicle ramming incident that left several people injured at a Los Angeles-area CarMax dealership, court documents show.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
A look at his coaching roots from Marty to 'BYA' to Spurrier
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Is Elon Musk rooting for a government shutdown?
In just over 48 hours, the government will partially shut down unless Congress can pass a continuing resolution. New reporting from Wired finds Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency ...CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Here are some Wisconsin connections in the women's NCAA basketball tournament
From the UW-Green Bay roster to the head coach of Baylor, these are the Wisconsin ties in the NCAA women's basketball tournament.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Chicago Cubs notes from Tokyo: Matthew Boyd’s roots to Japanese baseball — and a healthy Julian Merryweather
TOKYO — Matthew Boyd’s appreciation for baseball’s popularity in Japan and its stars can be traced to his roots. Boyd grew up roughly 30 minutes outside Seattle and became a big Mariners fan when ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Hill a massive addition for West Virginia in the 2027 cycle
West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez made it clear that Western Pennsylvania will be a priority area in recruiting.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
These 5 Problems at Elon Musk’s Businesses Are Rooted in His DOGE Work
The time and focus Musk has dedicated to slashing federal jobs has sent investors and customers bolting from Tesla stock and cars, adding to other business for the divisive CEO.Inc. - Mar. 11 -
Tom Izzo loves Michigan State basketball's connectivity as team preps for March Madness run
Tom Izzo loves how connected his Michigan State basketball team is. The Spartans have shown it with open communication with one another on the court.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Scheffler stays true to roots with Masters menu
From cowboy ribeye to chili, the Texas native and two-time Augusta winner left his mark for the champions dinner.ESPN - 2d -
Rubio declares South African ambassador to US 'persona non grata' over Trump comments
Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared South African ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool “persona non grata” and accused the diplomat of being a “race-baiting politician” over his recent ...The Hill - Mar. 15 -
How Keith Morrison perfects his 'Dateline' voice
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Tampa Bay Derby 2025 predictions, horses, odds, field: Surprising picks from top horse racing expert
SportsLine horse racing writer Gene Menez reveals his Tampa Bay Derby 2025 picks after evaluating the contendersCBS Sports - Mar. 8 -
Rodriguez doesn't want soft in his West Virginia program
West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez believes that one of the worst four-letter words is soft. The head man demands toughness out of his players and it’s something that is instructed from the ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Woman's boyfriend arrested in connection with her 1989 disappearance
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Area baseball preview: Frankfort returns championship experience
After taking a young team to the West Virginia Class AA mountaintop, Frankfort opens the 2025 season with the most returning talent. The Falcons finished 22-9, capturing their first state ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Rams LB Nate Landman explains how his rugby roots give him a 'different instinct' on the field
Nate Landman grew up around rugby in Zimbabwe, which has helped him succeed as a linebacker in the NFLYahoo Sports - 1d -
Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84
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West Virginia blasts three home runs, win Big 12 opener over Oklahoma State
After fires and weather in the Stillwater area, the first two games of the series between West Virginia and Oklahoma State were canceled, the two teams were able to play game three on Sunday from ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Athol Fugard, South African Playwright Who Dissected Apartheid, Dies at 92
In works that included “Blood Knot,” “Sizwe Banzi Is Dead” and “The Island,” he exposed the realities of racial separatism in his homeland.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Rich Rodriguez is back at West Virginia and taking stand against player entitlement
Rich Rodriguez is back for his second tenure at West Virginia and has thoughts on player entitlement, and the value of a demanding coach.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Trump Tries to Use White South Africans as Cautionary Tale
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Speed the name of the game for West Virginia and Rodriguez
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One year after milestone first victory, Rajah Caruth returns to Las Vegas looking toward his future
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Arnold Palmer Invitational purse, payouts: How much did Russell Henley earn for his win at Bay Hill?
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Former Packers cornerback Eric Stokes reveals his one problem with Green Bay's food scene
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What will Green Bay do with Rasheed Walker? What Aaron Banks signing means for his future
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Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah review – a masterclass in quicksilver storytelling
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