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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Raiders Eye Big Trade for Maxx Crosby

The Raiders are willing to part with their star defensive end, Maxx Crosby, if they receive a valuable return. They have outlined two main requests: two first‑round draft picks and an additional player. The exact type of player is unclear, but it likely needs to be someone who can contribute i

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

McDonald’s at the White House: A Quick‑Hit Snack for Olympic Winners

The U. S. men’s hockey team, who just brought home a gold medal, were greeted by President Donald Trump with a tray of McDonald’s burgers inside the White House. The move sparked criticism from many who see fast food as an odd choice for celebrating hard‑earned triumphs. Trump’s press secretary,

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

St. John’s Loses Big Blowout to UConn, Ending Long Winning Streak

UConn’s basketball team dominated St. John’s, winning 72-40 and stopping the Red Storm’s 13‑game run of victories. Tarris Reed Jr. led the effort with a double‑double, scoring 20 points and grabbing 11 rebounds while blocking six shots. The Huskies’ defense was brutal; St. John’s made only 20%

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Film Night Protest Sparks Debate Over Free Speech

A crowd of supporters for Palestine gathered outside the Los Angeles showing of the new Scream movie. They carried flags and signs that said “Cancel Paramount+” and “Stand for Free Speech. ” Some shouted chants about boycotting the film, while others played drums and trumpets. The event happened

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Feb 26 2026CRIME

Snowball Fight Turns to Arrest in New York

Police in New York City have taken a 27‑year‑old man into custody after he allegedly hurled snow and ice at officers during a park fight. The incident happened in Washington Square Park earlier this week, sparking a debate about public safety and protest tactics. Authorities say the man, identified

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Feb 26 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead, But Watch the Morning Fog

A new weather pattern is set to keep Massachusetts mostly clear and warm through Thursday night into the weekend, but commuters should brace for slippery mornings. Temperatures will rise to mid‑to‑upper 30s across most of the state, with Boston and Springfield reaching 37 degrees, Worcester hitti

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Boat Shooting Near Cuba Leaves Four Dead

A small boat registered in Florida was hit by Cuban border guards, killing four people and wounding six others. The victims were rescued and treated for their injuries, according to Cuban officials who also released the vessel’s registration number. U. S. Vice President J. D. Vance said he had limit

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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

BBC Faces Probe After Racial Slur Heard on TV

The BBC began an internal review after a live broadcast of the BAFTAs, Britain’s top film awards, included a racist word spoken by an audience member with Tourette’s syndrome. The man, who was present because a biopic about his life had been nominated, shouted the slur while two Black actors were pr

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Feb 25 2026HEALTH

Smart Ways to Beat Malaria with Limited Money

In places where malaria still thrives, every dollar counts. Recent studies from 2018 to 2025 show how best to spend that money on prevention and cure. Researchers gathered data from many countries that still fight the disease. They looked at which tools—like bed nets, medicines, or mosquito‑killi

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

Surprise Showdown: West Indies vs South Africa in Ahmedabad

West Indies and South Africa will meet again on February 26 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match is part of the Super‑8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026. The game will kick off at 3:00 PM IST, and fans can watch it live on Star Sports or stream it through the Jio HotStar app if they

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