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Mar 18, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan (6) during warm ups before the game against the LA Clippers at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images New Orleans Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan was named this year’s winner of the Twyman-Stokes Teammate of the Year award on Wednesday. Presented annually since 2012-13, the award recognizes the player deemed the league’s best teammate, based on selfless play, leadership on and off the court as a mentor and role model to other NBA players, and commitment to the team. The 12 finalists were selected by a…

Jul 20, 2025; Portrush, IRL; Scottie Scheffler celebrates with the Claret Jug after winning the 153rd Open Championship golf tournament at Royal Portrush. Mandatory Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images Something may have to shift with two of the planet’s most celebrated sports trophies on the line at the same time this summer. The final round of The Open Championship could start earlier to avoid a clash with the World Cup final on July 19. “We’re conscious of other events happening on that date,” R&A chief executive Mark Darbon said this week. “Of course, some things are out of our control in…

Many commentators have called March’s California jury verdict, finding Meta and Google liable for designing addictive platforms that harm children, social media’s “big tobacco moment.” The comparison is apt, but not quite in the way most people mean it. The tobacco litigation story is usually told triumphantly, with a malicious industry that was held accountable, victims that were vindicated, and a dangerous product that is now regulated. What that story leaves out is directly relevant to what happens next with social media. The tobacco litigation succeeded not because cigarettes were addictive, but because the industry had committed fraud. For decades,…

Key Takeaways Clinchy reviewed thousands of resumes from highly qualified candidates at the White House. People encouraged her to start a resume-related side hustle, which she launched on Fiverr in 2020. Now, Clinchy’s business continues to grow — and even helped her become a homeowner. This as-told-to story is based on a conversation with Seattle, Washington attorney and entrepreneur Jennifer Clinchy. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) only enforcement attorney in the Pacific Northwest, Clinchy runs Clinchy Career Consulting, offering resume consulting, cover letter writing and LinkedIn optimization services, as a side hustle. She launched the consulting side hustle…

Image Credit: Getty Images Josh Mauro, a former NFL defensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals, died in April 2026, his family announced. He was just 35. Since his death appeared to be sudden, the sports world was shocked to learn about it, and many wondered what led to his passing. The Cardinals paid tribute to Mauro in a public statement, sharing that they were “heartbroken” over his death. “Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him,” the team’s statement continued. “We extend our deepest condolences to everyone grieving this loss.” Below, get updates on what we know…

John Garrett (Trading Card Database, Wikimedia Commons) Former National Hockey League goaltender and broadcaster John Garrett of Trenton, Ontario passed away on Monday at the age of 74 according to the Canadian Press. At the time of his passing, Garrett was in Salt Lake City. He was in Utah to broadcast the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Mammoth and Vegas Golden Knights, but was found dead in his hotel room Monday afternoon. As a result, Rogers Sportsnet used the ESPN feed for game four of the series, which was  won by Vegas 5-4 in overtime. Garrett…

United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has been married to Jennifer Rauchet since 2019. Hegseth was sworn into office in January 2025 with Rauchet by his side. “An overwhelming heartfelt THANK YOU to all who have supported us,” Rauchet wrote via Instagram after the swearing-in ceremony. “Our family, friends, warriors and prayer warriors. I’m so proud of my husband and — like you — am excited to see all that’s to come for our nation under this president and his well chosen leaders. It’s a new chapter and God is the author. He writes the most beautiful stories.” Keep…

Photo: Winnipeg Blue Bombers One of the CFL’s biggest stars took a shot at the expanded playoff format the league plans to implement in 2027. “Eight out of nine teams in the Canadian Football League playoffs takes away from what makes those games special,” Brady Oliveira posted to X on Wednesday. “Playoff football is supposed to be earned. If anything, grow the league by adding more teams, not the number of automatic spots.” The 28-year-old made the comment in reply to TSN analyst and Hall of Fame receiver Milt Stegall, who suggested players would unanimously be in favour of the…

A Louisiana crime watchdog group is urging state officials to appoint judges rather than have voters elect them because the judges often run unopposed and are not held accountable for their judicial record. Rafael Goyeneche, president of the nonprofit watchdog Metropolitan Crime Commission, said that after appointed judges serve a four-year term, voters could then decide whether they keep their seats on the bench. “That provides more transparency and checks and balances against judges who have not performed to the level that the public expects,” Mr. Goyeneche told WWL-TV in New Orleans. He said it would curb the problem of…

Photo courtesy: CFL. The Calgary Stampeders have a new look with re-designed home and away uniforms for the 2026 Canadian Football League season. The unveiling took place Wednesday night at the Red and White rally inside Stamps House at McMahon Stadium’s north end. Calgary created the new fits with New Era which showcase the team’s traditional red and white colours, but with some design changes. Calgary’s home and away jerseys now feature significantly altered shoulder striping, a familiar Western-style number font, the team logo underneath the front collar and a CGY wordmark on the back of the neck. The pants…