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Top-ranked Duke University and the Atlantic Coast Conference have confirmed that freshman Cooper Flagg will be ready to play in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, according to NCAA senior vice president Dan Gavitt on Saturday. Gavitt’s remarks come just ahead of Sunday’s announcement of the 68-team tournament bracket. Flagg sprained his left ankle during Duke’s victory over Georgia Tech in the quarterfinals of the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament. The talented 6-foot-9 forward, who was named both the ACC Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year, missed the semifinal game against rival North Carolina. After that game, Duke’s coach Jon…

A tragic incident has taken place in Brazil, where a pregnant teenager, 16-year-old Emilly Azevedo Sena, was found dead after being missing for two days. Local police reported that her body was discovered buried in a backyard in Cuiabá, after she was lured there under false pretenses. Police Chief Caio Albuquerque shared details during a press conference, stating that Emilly was nine months pregnant when she went missing. They confirmed that a woman has been arrested in connection with the case. The suspect reportedly had a miscarriage six months earlier and had pretended to still be expecting a baby. She…

President Donald Trump recently announced that he has ordered U.S. military strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen. In a bold statement on Truth Social, the former president described these strikes as a necessary response to the ongoing threats from Houthi terrorists, who he said have been attacking American and allied ships and aircraft. Trump emphasized the urgency of the situation, pointing out that the Houthis have engaged in a continuous campaign of violence, impacting not just security but also the global economy. He criticized President Biden’s handling of the crisis, claiming it lacked strength, which allowed the Houthis to escalate…

Lucy Hale, known for her role in the popular series Pretty Little Liars, recently appeared on Buzzfeed to discuss her latest film *F** Marry Kill. During a segment called “The Puppy Interview,” she shared some interesting details about her past auditions. When asked about surprising roles she auditioned for, Hale revealed she tried out for several big projects, including Pitch Perfect, Hairspray, and even Hannah Montana. In fact, she confirmed she auditioned for the role that eventually went to Miley Cyrus. "I remember that audition,” she said. “It was a taped audition in Tennessee. It was the audition that made…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Zakai Zeigler led the way for the No. 8 Tennessee Volunteers, scoring 20 points in their intense matchup against the third-ranked Auburn Tigers. Tennessee triumphed with a final score of 70-65, earning their spot in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Tournament championship for the first time since 2022. The Volunteers, who entered the tournament as the fourth seed and now boast a record of 27-6, avenged their earlier loss to Auburn from January 25 and their defeat in the 2019 tournament finals. Tennessee is now set to compete against either the fourth-ranked Florida Gators or the No. 5…

INDIANAPOLIS — In a thrilling matchup, John Tonje shone brightly, scoring 32 points and pulling down seven rebounds to lead the No. 18 Wisconsin Badgers to a narrow 77-74 victory over No. 7 Michigan State in the semifinals of the Big Ten Tournament on Saturday. John Blackwell contributed 14 points for Wisconsin, which improved its record to 26-8. This win marked the Badgers’ third victory in just four days, setting them up for a clash against either No. 11 Maryland or No. 22 Michigan in the championship game on Sunday. For Michigan State, Jase Richardson led the way with 21…

Former NBA player Donald Earl “Slick” Watts, who became a beloved figure in Seattle sports, has passed away at the age of 73. Known for his distinctive shaved head and colorful headbands, Watts served as both a player and a role model in the community, especially during his time with the Seattle SuperSonics from 1973 to 1978. Watts’s journey to the NBA began at Xavier University of Louisiana, where he went undrafted but ultimately found a home with the SuperSonics. His contributions to the team were remarkable, especially in the 1975-1976 season when he led the league in assists and…

Adam Boehler, who was nominated by President Donald Trump to be the special envoy for hostage affairs, has decided to withdraw his nomination. This move is aimed at sidestepping the need to divest from his investment firm. However, Boehler will still be involved in dealing with hostage situations despite stepping back from formal nomination processes, as confirmed by a senior official at the White House. Boehler played a significant role in the release of Marc Fogel, an American teacher who was unjustly detained in Russia. His negotiations have been essential for addressing hostage crises, and he will continue his efforts…

Police have apprehended a suspect in the stabbing death of a YouTuber during her livestream in Tokyo. The suspect, 42-year-old Kenichi “Kenji” Takano, was arrested in relation to the murder of 22-year-old Airi Sato, as reported by Japan’s Kyodo News. Sato was livestreaming in Shinjuku Ward when the attack occurred around 9:50 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11. Viewers of her stream reportedly heard her scream for help just before the feed cut out. Witnesses indicated that the screams lasted for about 15 seconds, and one person claimed to have seen a man in a black hat attacking her. Takano, who…

Trump Takes Center Stage at the White House This week, former President Donald Trump made headlines as he began with a memorable appearance driving a red Tesla on the South Lawn of the White House and ended it by addressing criticisms aimed at the Department of Justice. In his remarks on Friday, Trump criticized the Justice Department under President Joe Biden, calling it the "department of injustice." He stated, "Our predecessors turned this Department of Justice into the department of injustice, but I stand before you today to declare that those days are over, and they are never going to…