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Comedian Nikki Glaser is not following the legal drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni because she finds it too much reading. At the 2025 Critics Choice Awards, Ryan Reynolds celebrated his win for "Deadpool & Wolverine" on social media, while he and Lively were noticeably absent. The couple is currently involved in a legal battle with Baldoni, as jokes were made about the situation during the awards show. Full Article

The Kansas City Chiefs aim to achieve a historic Super Bowl "three-peat" by defeating the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, requiring an agreement with Pat Riley, who trademarked the phrase after believing his teams would win three consecutive championships in the past. Riley's trademark covers various items like hats and shirts, earning him licensing fees from other sports teams who achieved similar feats. Other sports catchphrases like "Going for the Gold" and "You cannot be serious"...

California’s insurance commissioner has asked insurers to make maximum payments for contents of homes destroyed in recent fires without requiring a complete inventory from policyholders by Feb. 28. Commissioner Ricardo Lara stated that survivors should not have to list every item to receive full replacement cost, emphasizing the need to prioritize rebuilding. Some homeowners have already received payments, while others struggle to fulfill inventory requirements, leading to delays in recovery efforts. Full Article

The Patriots re-hired Josh McDaniels as their offensive coordinator at the request of head coach Mike Vrabel, with owner Robert Kraft emphasizing their positive chemistry and potential. McDaniels, known for his work with quarterbacks, was Vrabel's top choice and part of a staff overhaul that included notable hires like Doug Marrone and Todd Downing. Vrabel aims to create a diverse coaching staff focused on player development and building strong relationships beyond the field. Full Article

Erica Blaire Roby, a Houston-based pitmaster and Food Network's "Master of 'Cue," combines Cajun and BBQ flavors in her dishes. Initially a lawyer, she transitioned to the culinary industry, winning various barbecue cooking titles. Inspired by her father's dream of opening a barbecue restaurant, Roby pursued barbecue competitions, leading to her Food Network victory as "Master of 'Cue." Full Article

The U.S. is home to numerous hidden archaeological sites, with many going unnoticed. Elic Weitzel, an archaeologist at the Smithsonian, highlights various sites like the Natchez Trace Parkway in Mississippi, Shiloh Indian Mounds Site in Tennessee, Poverty Point in Louisiana, the Mashantucket Pequot Reservation in Connecticut, Mesa Verde in Colorado, and Chaco Canyon in New Mexico, showcasing the rich history of Native American cultures long before European settlers arrived. These sites offer valuable insights into...