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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Possible Rule Overhaul After Super Bowl Scuffle

The NFL might change its play‑by‑rules for the next season. A committee has talked about letting replay officials hand out penalty flags for fouls that regular referees miss. This idea grew after a fight in the recent Super Bowl between Seattle’s Josh Jobe and New England’s Stefon Diggs. Jo

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Silicon Valley’s Wake‑Up Call: Why Apple and Others Are Rethinking Taiwan

Apple’s chief, Tim Cook, was one of a small group of tech leaders who got an inside look at the CIA’s fear that China might try to take Taiwan by 2027. The meeting, held in a secure room near Silicon Valley in July 2023, was set up because the U. S. commerce secretary at the time wanted the industry

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Feb 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Solar Fields, Sheep and Wetlands: A New Twist on Clean Power

A fresh idea is shaping up in north Baldwin County: a 4, 500‑acre solar field that will also host sheep and protect nearby wetlands. The plan aims to power a future data center for Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, while keeping the local environment in good shape. The developers say

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Owners in the Spotlight: A New Look at Yankees and Mets Leadership

Scott Boras, a top baseball agent, recently shared fresh thoughts about the owners of New York’s two major teams. He said that Hal Steinbrenner, who runs the Yankees, now shows a stronger drive for winning than many fans had thought. Boras noted that Steinbrenner’s focus on bringing in star players,

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Diplomacy First, But Ready for Action

The White House says President Trump’s main approach to Iran is diplomatic talks. Yet the administration also warns it could resort to military force if negotiations fail. The president’s spokesperson confirmed this stance, noting that the final call rests with Trump himself. Earlier in the day, Se

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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

Bright Steps From Bronx to Big City

Markisha Marie Williams grew up in East Tremont, dreaming of shoes that sparkle. Now, at 34, she runs a brand called M. Marie that has caught the eye of New York’s style crowd and even celebrities. Her new line, “Diamonds are Forever, ” drops in March. Williams says she always knew shoes were

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Blizzard’s 35‑Year Road Ahead: New Games, Big Plans and a Fresh Look

Blizzard Entertainment is celebrating its 35th birthday by announcing a wave of fresh projects and a bold vision for the future. The company’s president, Johanna Faries, said that the upcoming showcase will highlight teamwork across all its game studios and give fans a taste of what’s coming next.

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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

Keep Your Taxes Simple as a Small Biz

Managing your own business means juggling clients, sales and taxes. Unlike a regular paycheck, you must keep track of every dollar earned, pick the right legal form for your company and make quarterly tax payments before filing a yearly return. The way you set up your business changes how much yo

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Nokia and AWS Team Up to Make 5G Smarter with AI

A new partnership between Nokia and Amazon Web Services is set to change how 5G networks operate. The two companies are blending Nokia’s slicing technology with AWS’s AI tools to give telecom operators the power to shift network resources on the fly. This means that when traffic spikes or an emergen

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Liv Morgan Picks Her WrestleMania Opponent

Liv Morgan has been turning heads on Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown over the past few weeks. She has been teasing which champion she will challenge at WrestleMania 42 after winning the Royal Rumble. The option that has always felt right is the women’s world champion, Stephanie Vaquer.

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