76ers' Embiid fined $75,000 for obscene gestures

NC State upset Notre Dame 104-95 in double overtime, ending the Irish's 19-game winning streak and likely causing them to lose their No. 1 ranking in women's college basketball. NC State's trio of elite guards, Zoe Brooks, Aziaha James, and Saniya Rivers, outperformed Notre Dame's guard trio, Sonia Citron, Hannah Hidalgo, and Olivia Miles, with Brooks scoring 33 points and James adding 20 points. The loss tightened the ACC race with Notre Dame leading at...

Former MLB star Alex Rodriguez impressed by making a half-court shot to win a Bucknell student $10,000 during halftime of a game against Army. Rodriguez, who hit 696 career homers, was at Bucknell to discuss his company Jump Platforms and his potential purchase of the Minnesota Timberwolves with co-founder Marc Lore. The 49-year-old's shot sparked a celebration with students, showcasing his continued success beyond baseball. Full Article

Gary Neville believes Manchester City are in need of a "full reset" after their 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, highlighting their decline this season and the need for a new title-winning team under Pep Guardiola. Despite their struggles, Guardiola remains optimistic about the club's future, emphasizing the young talent and potential for improvement. Roy Keane anticipates further changes in the squad this summer, with senior players possibly being moved on as City looks to bounce back...

Former US national team and MLS goalkeeper Tony Meola, 56, suffered a heart attack one day before his birthday, undergoing a procedure following the incident. Meola, who ran four miles days before the heart attack, emphasized the importance of regular check-ups. A veteran of three World Cups and MLS All-Star, Meola had a successful career with 101 national team appearances and 35 shutouts, as well as 62 clean sheets in 250 MLS starts. Full Article

In a dominant display, France defeated Italy 73-24 in the Six Nations with Antoine Dupont leading the charge with a man-of-the-match performance, orchestrating 11 tries for Les Bleus. Despite a strong start from Italy, France quickly responded with forward tries before Dupont and Leo Barre added to the scoreline. The victory sets up a crucial match against Ireland as France aims to keep their title ambitions alive. Full Article

Baseball general managers in markets with multiple teams tend to avoid making blockbuster deals with their rivals to maintain a positive perception. The infamous sale of Babe Ruth from the Red Sox to the Yankees in 1919 serves as a cautionary tale. Recent high-profile signings of Shohei Ohtani by the Dodgers and Juan Soto by the Mets have sparked championship hopes and a potential Mets-Yankees World Series, creating an exciting season ahead. Full Article