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Live updates from Rupp Arena: Kentucky basketball introduces Mark Pope as new head coach
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Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena
- Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.
- Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.
- All of this to greet back a beloved figure.
- "We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."
What You See in the Dark by Rudy Gobert | The Players’ Tribune: This is the real Rudy Gobert: “I don’t think you’ll understand me unless you understand a bit of ...
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
In the unending war between Calipari and Pitino, Ricky P. has won the latest battle
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Winners and Losers From the NBA’s Regular-Season Finale: The NBA playoff picture shifted drastically on the final day of the regular season ...
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Lexington TV hosts Lee and Hayley leaving WTVQ for larger audience station: Lexington Ky TV personalities Lee Cruse, Hayley Harmon syndicated show to air at noon ...
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Chicago Sky select LSU women's hoops star Angel Reese with No. 7 pick in WNBA draft
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As the Kentucky Derby turns 150, Black heritage in racing is in the Louisville spotlight
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From Phi Slama Jama to becoming the first international player to win the MVP, Hakeem Olajuwon had a pivotal impact on the ever-shifting game ... Show more @MirinFader
Dream: The life and legacy of pioneering international basketball superstar Hakeem Olajuwon, a two‑time NBA champion whose Hall of Fame career forever changed...
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Letters to the Editor: Did Crafts’ booster power unduly influence Coach Cal’s departure?
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Severe Storms Threaten Illinois to Tennessee: Weather Watch : Hail, strong winds and possibly a tornado are on Bloomberg Green’s radar today.
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Caitlin Clark selected by Indiana Fever with No. 1 pick in 2024 WNBA Draft: In elementary school, she wrote down one of her future goals: to make the WNBA ...
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Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
Zvonimir Ivisic has entered the transfer portal after one season with Kentucky basketball
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New UK coach Mark Pope walking into his first Kentucky-Louisville recruiting battle
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New Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope has already lined up a transfer portal visitor
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Kentucky wins 30-run, 33-hit, four-hour baseball marathon at Louisville
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Another John Calipari player is leaving Kentucky. This one plans to stay in the NBA draft.
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Mark Pope had success with the transfer portal at BYU. Will that translate to Kentucky?
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Bishop viciously stabbed during service in Sydney just days after mall massacre: An Australian bishop was stabbed multiple times as he was delivering his sermon ...
nypost.com/2024/04/15/world-news/bishop-stabbed-during-service-in-sydney-just-days-after-mall-massacre/
Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident
- A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.
- The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.
- The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.
- A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.
Kyle Marisa Roth, controversial TikToker, dead at 36: Famous TikTok star Kyle Marisa Roth has died at age 36, her mom and sister announced on social media.
nypost.com/2024/04/15/entertainment/kyle-marisa-roth-controversial-tiktoker-dead-at-36/
I had stable finances until I bought a house -- now I'm in deep debt: A TikToker named Samantha Barker was in good financial standing, until buying a house ...
nypost.com/2024/04/16/real-estate/homeownership-has-me-drowning-in-debt/
Keith Asmussen set to make Kentucky Derby debut with longtime trainer D. Wayne Lukas
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Iowa Will Retire Caitlin Clark's No. 22 After Historic Collegiate Career: The Iowa women's basketball program announced on Wednesday that it will officially ...
si.com/college/2024/04/10/iowa-retire-caitlin-clark-no-22-jersey
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Honored for Historic Collegiate Career in Iowa
- The Iowa women's basketball program announced the official retirement of jersey No. 22 in recognition of Caitlin Clark, following the conclusion of her college career on Sunday with the Hawkeyes' loss to South Carolina in the NCAA tournament national championship game.
- Moving forward, no Iowa players will wear the iconic No. 22 jersey. Clark now joins Megan Gustafson (No. 10) as one of the three players from the Iowa women's basketball team to have her number retired.
- The decision was revealed by Iowa's Athletics Director, Beth Goetz, on Wednesday night at the Carver-Hawkeye Arena in the presence of Clark and the fans.
- Clark has officially entered the WNBA draft scheduled for Monday, April 15. She is anticipated to be the top pick, selected by the Indiana Fever.
U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma
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Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition
- The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.
- Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.
- Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.
- Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.
Caitlin Clark Crashes SNL to Shame Michael Che for Hating on Women’s Sports: The “Weekend Update” co-anchor got brutally roasted to his face by the NCAA ...
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Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Impresses on Saturday Night Live
- Caitlin Clark appears on 'Saturday Night Live,' thanking WNBA icons who paved the way
- Clark joined Michael Che to discuss the WNBA Draft, where the top pick was in New York City.
- She expressed gratitude to past players for their WNBA contributions and gifted Che a signed apron.
- Clark concluded by honoring predecessors who paved the way in the WNBA and presented Che with a signed apron as a token of appreciation.
African runners appear to let Chinese star win Beijing race in bizarre video: Bizarre video footage captured the moment three East African runners appeared to ...
nypost.com/2024/04/14/world-news/african-runners-appear-to-let-chinese-star-win-beijing-race/
Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
Universal Music Group pulled all of its music from TikTok, but Taylor Swift's discography is back just in time for her new album release, #TSTTPD ... Show more @MattBelloni @NathanCHubbard
2024 Kentucky Derby: Latest odds, schedule, and how to watch at Churchill Downs: This year marks the 150th Kentucky Derby. Here's the latest schedule, odds ...
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Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle - They are expecting their first baby "in less than three months"
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Quick Glance: Brittney Griner and Wife Cherelle Expecting Their 1st Baby
- WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife, Cherelle Griner, are expecting their first baby together.
- The couple announced the news on Instagram with an ultrasound image.
- Griner returned to the US after being released from a Russian prison and is set to release her memoir.
- HuffPost appeals for support to keep quality journalism freely accessible to all.
'Golden Bachelor' Gerry Turner, wife Theresa Nist to divorce after 3 months of marriage
nypost.com/2024/04/12/entertainment/golden-bachelor-gerry-turner-wife-theresa-nist-to-divorce-after-3-months-of-marriage/
‘I flew over 1,500 miles to meet man I'd been talking to online -- only to be ghosted’
nypost.com/2024/04/15/lifestyle/i-flew-over-1500-miles-to-meet-man-id-been-talking-to-online-heres-how-it-went/
She thinks rioting in DC on Jan. 6 was ‘funny.’ That lack of remorse might cost her | Opinion
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Simone Biles thought America would 'hate' her after going through Olympics hell: Simone Biles feared the wrath of her supporters following her struggles at the ...
nypost.com/2024/04/18/sports/simone-biles-thought-america-would-hate-her-after-olympics-struggle/
Caitlin Clark Poised to Land Eight-Figure Deal, Signature Shoe With Nike, per Report
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Female NYU administrator, 27, randomly punched near Washington Square Park in possible hate crime
nypost.com/2024/04/18/us-news/female-nyu-administrator-27-randomly-punched-outside-washington-square-park-in-possible-hate-crime/
Caitlin Clark leaves Iowa her way, battling to the end with her head held high: Iowa won’t see the likes of Clark again, but oh, how it has had someone to take ...
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Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
2024 NBA Draft: Kentucky's Reed Sheppard, college basketball's national freshman of the year, leaving for pros
cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/2024-nba-draft-kentuckys-reed-sheppard-college-basketballs-national-freshman-of-the-year-leaving-for-pros/
Yes, Forbes just ranked a Kentucky city among top 10 in the US for the worst drivers
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Homeless build house with garden, barbecue and working electricity alongside LA freeway
nypost.com/2024/04/17/us-news/homeless-californians-build-a-house-alongside-110-freeway/
Biden tells Netanyahu US will not engage in counteroffensive against Iran, calls Saturday a win for Israel: report
nypost.com/2024/04/14/world-news/biden-tells-netanyahu-us-will-not-engage-in-offensive-against-iran-calls-saturday-a-win-for-israel-report/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Your mom would know: HGTV star Chip Gaines to send home decor to Kentucky mother
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Swarms of screaming insects to invade the Midwest, South soon — including parts of KY
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Biden tells Netanyahu US will not engage in counteroffensive against Iran, calls Saturday a win for Israel: report
nypost.com/2024/04/14/world-news/biden-tells-netanyahu-us-will-not-engage-in-offensive-against-iran-calls-saturday-a-win-for-israel-report/
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
Mom who admitted to smothering toddler while high on meth walks free thanks to controversial judge
nypost.com/2024/04/18/us-news/mom-who-smothered-baby-to-death-while-high-on-meth-walks-free/
Wait, Caitlin Clark Is Only Getting Paid $76,000?: College basketball’s leading scorer became the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft on Monday night ...
wsj.com/sports/basketball/caitlin-clark-salary-wnba-indiana-fever-9881ecdd
Klay Thompson went ice cold vs. Kings, but Warriors say they ‘need’ him back: Only six players have ever taken at least 10 shots and gone scoreless in a playoff ...
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Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
How to attend, watch the introduction of Mark Pope as the Kentucky men’s basketball coach
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287631295.html
Team USA finalizes roster: LeBron James, Stephen Curry reportedly lead Olympic team, but one spot remains open
cbssports.com/nba/news/team-usa-finalizes-roster-lebron-james-stephen-curry-reportedly-lead-olympic-team-but-one-spot-remains-open/
Kentucky’s starting point guard is in the transfer portal. All options are on the table.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287689150.html
No matter the decision, Kentucky basketball fans need to give Reed Sheppard a break
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EKU searching for new athletic director after Matt Roan departs for James Madison
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LeBron James headlines Team USA’s 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball squad: USA Basketball unveiled the player roster Wednesday for the men’s team that will ...
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UK’s second-leading scorer last season won’t be part of Wildcats’ future with Kenny Brooks
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article286838220.html
Riley Strain's parents slam his frat brothers for continuing to party after he went missing: 'Appalling'
nypost.com/2024/04/17/us-news/riley-strains-parents-slam-his-frat-brothers-for-continuing-to-party-after-he-went-missing/
Cal the Hogs: Former Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari is introduced at Arkansas
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10-year-old girl fatally mowed down by SUV in Brooklyn: cops: The child was struck by the car at Wallabout Street and Wythe Avenue in Williamsburg around 2:40 p ...
nypost.com/2024/04/16/us-news/10-year-old-girl-fatally-mowed-down-by-suv-in-brooklyn-cops/
Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel spotted driving after surprise wedding news
nypost.com/2024/04/16/entertainment/conjoined-twins-abby-brittany-hensel-spotted-driving-after-surprise-wedding-news/
Brittany Cartwright claps back at troll claiming her 'big' chest makes her look 'heavier'
pagesix.com/2024/04/18/entertainment/brittany-cartwright-claps-back-at-troll-commenting-on-her-big-chest/
Kentucky’s Eniya Russell announces transfer decision. She’s staying in the SEC.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article287706165.html
Biden Weighs in on Caitlin Clark Salary Debate After WNBA Draft: President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/us/politics/caitlin-clark-salary-biden.html
Why EPA Efforts to Clean Up Kentucky Town Haven’t Worked: Despite years of air monitoring, inspections and millions in penalties for petrochemical plants ...
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Kentucky is moving quickly to make Baylor’s Scott Drew the Wildcats’ next basketball coach
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287535585.html
Transylvania women’s basketball hires from within to replace Juli Fulks as head coach
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South Carolina’s win over Iowa draws record 18.7 million viewers, most watched basketball game since 2019
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Caitlin Clark Had Such a Classy Gesture for Iowa Teammates At End of 'SNL' Appearance
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Nike slammed for skimpy Team USA women's track and field uniforms for 2024 Paris Olympics: 'My hoo haa is gonna be out'
nypost.com/2024/04/13/sports/nike-slammed-for-skimpy-team-usa-womens-track-and-field-uniforms-for-2024-paris-olympics/
World's oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George Schappell, dead at 62: Lori and George Schappell, the oldest conjoined twins in the world, have died at the age ...
nypost.com/2024/04/12/us-news/worlds-oldest-conjoined-twins-lori-and-george-schappell-dead-at-62/
Quick Glance: World’s oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George, pass away at 62 years old
- Twins George and Lori Schappell, previously holding the title as the world’s oldest living conjoined twins, have passed away.
- On April 7, George and Lori passed away at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, as documented by Guinness World Records. The exact cause of death remains unknown.
- Through exceptional schedule management and willingness to compromise, the siblings managed to harmonize life and passion. Lori worked in a hospital laundry unit, and George's musical performances occasionally took them abroad.
- According to Mayo Clinic, conjoined twins form when an early embryo only partially separates to create two individuals.
Caitlin Clark is 'sole reason' for women's basketball viewership growth, Dawn Staley says
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UConn Once Shocked the World. Now It Looks Like a Dynasty. : The Huskies built their brand as men’s college basketball’s premier giant slayers ...
theringer.com/march-madness/2024/4/8/24124876/uconn-huskies-national-champions-dan-hurley-march-madness-dynasty
'The Golden Bachelor' divorce highlights the many hardships of geriatric dating: Divorce attorney stresses importance of having 'right conversations' ...
foxnews.com/lifestyle/golden-bachelor-breakup-suggests-challenges-dating-older-age-expert
Dear Abby: My boyfriend still takes his ex-girlfriend out on dates: Dear Abby weighs in on a boyfriend who still stays in contact with his exes and an older man ...
nypost.com/2024/04/13/lifestyle/dear-abby-my-boyfriend-still-takes-his-ex-girlfriend-out-on-dates/
There's a volcano in Antarctica spewing $6,000 worth of gold dust per day — but you can't get there
nypost.com/2024/04/16/lifestyle/mount-erebus-in-antarctica-spews-gold-dust-into-the-atmosphere/
Trevor Bauer accuser charged with allegedly defrauding exiled MLB pitcher after faking pregnancy
nypost.com/2024/04/16/sports/trevor-bauer-accuser-charged-with-allegedly-defrauding-exiled-mlb-star/
Quick Glance: Trevor Bauer accuser charged with felony fraud after false claims
- For the first time in a case involving baseball player Trevor Bauer, an accusation has been made against one of his accusers for allegedly defrauding him.
- The woman, Darcy Adanna Esemonu, was charged with defrauding Bauer by making false claims about a pregnancy.
- A grand jury in Maricopa County, Arizona, filed an indictment against Esemonu in March for felony fraud against Bauer and another man.
- Bauer emphasized that the accusations against him were false and that the justice system had affirmed his innocence, leading to charges against one of his accusers.
Hero mom saves 17-day-old baby in cardiac arrest by performing CPR: 'He was blue'
nypost.com/2024/04/17/lifestyle/mom-saves-17-day-old-baby-in-cardiac-arrest-by-performing-cpr/
Women's NCAA title game outdraws the men's championship with an average of 18.9 million viewers
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Quick Glance: Women's NCAA Title Game Shines with Record Viewership
- South Carolina’s victory of 87-75 over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in the women’s NCAA championship game marks a historic moment. For the first time, the women's game surpassed the men's title game, achieving the second-highest viewership for a non-Olympic women's sporting event on U.S. television.
- The viewership for the Sunday afternoon game, which awarded the Gamecocks their fourth national title and denied Clark's Hawkeyes their first, peaked at 24.1 million during the final 15 minutes. Nielsen's figures include an estimate of individuals watching outside their homes, a metric not previously accounted for before 2020.
- The audience for the national title game increased by 90% compared to the previous year when Clark and Iowa faced off against LSU. Moreover, this was the inaugural occurrence since 1995 of the championship being broadcast on network television.
- During the Final Four, Clark emphasized the positive impact of audience growth on all women's sports, not solely basketball. Fox broadcasted 14 women's games this season, including three in prime time, NBC featured two, and CBS televised the Big Ten tournament championship. ABC presented five regular-season games and nine during the NCAA Tournament.
Paige Spiranac has a theory about plummeting Masters ratings: Paige Spiranac offered an interesting theory as to why the TV ratings for the final round of the ...
nypost.com/2024/04/17/sports/paige-spiranac-has-a-theory-about-plummeting-masters-ratings/
Anti-Israel protester sobs during arraignment after 'murder you' remark to California mayor, city council
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Does Mark Pope still have time to build a contender for next season? ‘He’s turning heads.’
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287788840.html
Caitlin Clark Got the Coolest ’Ted Lasso’ Gift From Jason Sudeikis: The Iowa Hawkeyes star received a Ted Lasso-themed gift from actor Jason Sudeikis on Friday.
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30-pound cat nicknamed 'Thicken Nugget' is swimming his way to his goal weight after being surrendered
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With John Calipari on the way out, a top candidate for the Kentucky job makes a statement
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Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari
- John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.
- The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.
- Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.
- This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.
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