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Why the Texas measles outbreak was ‘inevitable’

An outbreak of measles is wreaking havoc in the South Plains region of Texas where nearly 60 children have been confirmed to be infected so far. Physicians in the state say the current situation ...

The Hill - 21h

Johnson's 17 help Fairfield knock off Rider 69-49

Led by Prophet Johnson's 17 points, the Fairfield Stags defeated the Rider Broncs 69-49

ABC News - 5h

Gherezgher has 17, Northern Kentucky defeats Wright State 80-76

Led by Dan Gherezgher Jr.'s 17 points, the Northern Kentucky Norse defeated the Wright State Raiders 80-76

ABC News - 5h

The week's bestselling books, Feb. 23

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Jessica Simpson left L.A. for Nashville. Now she's released her first single in almost 17 years

Jessica Simpson's new single, 'Use My Heart Against Me,' is the first look into her new country EP, 'Nashville Canyon, Part 1.' The project will be released March 21.

Los Angeles Times - 10h

What Are Those Weird Devices Basketball Players Are Holding?

Palm-cooling devices—designed to help humans bounce back quickly from exertion and heat stress by chilling their palms—are showing up on sidelines, in training camps, and wherever the heat is on.

Wired - 19h

Texas and USC canceling spring football games, joining Nebraska and Florida State

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian isn't citing the transfer portal and tampering like some of his colleagues, but instead blaming the workload his players have endured in two College Football Playoff runs.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Texas lawmaker moves to outlaw medical research on corpses without consent

A Texas lawmaker horrified by an NBC News investigation into a medical school that profited from the bodies of the poor moved this week to ban the practice.

NBC News - 1d

Texas AG asks court to require NCAA to begin gender testing

The Republican attorney general in Texas wants the NCAA to take its transgender policy a step further and require gender testing for athletes who compete in women’s sports

ABC News - 1d

Reeling Texas Democrats Get a Rare Sight: Their National Chair

Though victory in the state feels farther away than ever, some Democrats, including their new leader, say Texas could still be a key part of their party’s future.

The New York Times - 21h

Texas AG adds gender screening request to NCAA lawsuit

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton asked a judge on Thursday to require the NCAA to start gender testing for athletes who compete in women’s sports. The request for a temporary injunction adds a ...

The Hill - 15h

Texas measles outbreak nears 100 cases: "This is the tip of the iceberg"

Health officials say a measles outbreak in West Texas is growing because of low vaccine rates and undetected infections.

CBS News - 15h

Men: As Kansas slides, Wisconsin, Texas Tech keep rising

Never has Kansas been worse than a 4-seed under Bill Self -- until this season (potentially). Is this a blip in the Jayhawks' decades of consistently high-quality seasons?

ESPN - 7h

12 college students killed when bus and truck collide in Brazil

Local television stations broadcast images from the crash scene showing the bus, its left side completely destroyed in the collision.

CBS News - 13h

Why College Athletics Leaders Seem to Be Ignoring a Core Issue

Not addressing the unlimited transfer problem is delaying the inevitable, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 13h

Their Best Match Came With the Final Swipe

Illyse Singer and Ty Duncan were having little luck with dating apps until they connected on Tinder more than two years ago and quickly found they had much in common.

The New York Times - 1d

UCL draw: Liverpool vs PSG; Madrid vs Atlético

Liverpool have been drawn against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League round of 16, while holders Real Madrid face local rivals Atlético Madrid.

ESPN - 3h

Which iPhone 16 Model Should You Buy?

Should you save up for the iPhone 16 or save some cash with the new iPhone 16e? We break down Apple’s complicated lineup.

Wired - 15h

Feb 21: CBS News 24/7, 10am ET

Netanyahu vows to make Hamas pay for failing to return body of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas; Navy seeks new generation of workers to build submarines.

CBS News - 14h

Here's what to know about the "Feb 28 Economic Blackout" protest

A grassroots effort is asking American consumers to refrain from making purchases at major retailers for one day in February.

CBS News - 15h

Why Republicans are at odds about how to fund the government

The Republican-controlled Senate adopted a $340 billion budget blueprint. Next week, the GOP-led House will advance its own proposal. There are some differences in strategy, and President Trump ...

CBS News - 7h

One-armed basketball player makes women's Division III history with basket

Being cut cut from her high school basketball team was painful for Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel, but she refused to let that rejection, or being born with one arm, stop her from pursuing her basketball ...

ABC News - 20h

With Wembanyama's season now over, the Spurs and the basketball world wait for what's next

The French sports newspaper L’Equipe published a photo of Victor Wembanyama across the entirety of its front page on Friday, the San Antonio star looking down with his hands on his hips

ABC News - 16h

Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... Tyrese Maxey averages 30 PPG

Eric Karabell forecasts what lies ahead for three players coming out of the All-Star break.

ESPN - 11h

Michigan basketball coach Dusty May agrees to contract extension

May, who got his start as a student manager at Indiana, was a popular name to replace Hoosiers head coach Mike Woodson.

Yahoo Sports - 8h

His dream of playing basketball in the U.S. helped him find a second family

Ama Sow moved to Pennsylvania to fulfill his basketball dreams. But when his school closed unexpectedly, he was left penniless and homeless. That's when a local family opened their home to him.

CBS News - 6h

The 3 Best Essential Oil Diffusers (and One to Avoid)

Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets.

Wired - 1d

5 pivotal questions (and predictions) for key NFC teams

Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon puts the spotlight on five NFC teams facing big questions this offseason.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Sutton's predictions v singer Bradley Simpson

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer and Newcastle fan Bradley Simpson with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

BBC News - 1d

Sick of winter? Spring weather predictions released by NOAA

If you're one of the millions of Americans thawing out after a week of Arctic air and deep freezes, spring weather and sunshine can't come soon enough. On Thursday, national forecasters gave us a ...

The Hill - 16h

5 pivotal questions (and predictions) for key AFC teams

Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon puts the spotlight on five AFC teams facing big questions this offseason.

Yahoo Sports - 17h

The Middle East’s first ‘Dark Sky’ destination is betting big on astrotourism

Yahoo News - 1d

USA-Canada 4 Nations final sets betting records

Canada's dramatic win over the United States in Thursday's 4 Nations Face-Off final was the most-bet hockey event in legal betting history.

ESPN - 14h

Trump's FBI pick one step closer to confirmation

Politico - 3d

Senate HELP Committee advances Trump's Education pick

Politico - 1d

Round of 16 picks: PSG a nightmare draw for Liverpool

The path to the Champions League final is now mapped out, and none of the heavyweights have an easy round-of-16 as they bid to be in Munich on May 31.

ESPN - 19h