Sundance Film Festival's potential 2027 departure from Park City after 41 years sparks competing offers: Colorado's $34M incentives, Cincinnati's $2.5M, and Utah's $3M. Director Hernandez weighs location options while former director Cooper, actors Wood and Thompson debate preserving Redford's mountain vision versus accessibility.

Local advocate Taubin leads community retention efforts.

No. 23 Mississippi (16-5, 5-3 SEC) ended a three-game losing streak, defeating Texas (14-7, 3-5) 72-69. Sean Pedulla scored 19 points, Jaemyn Brakefield 18, and Dre Davis 17. Davon Barnes sealed the win with late free throws.

Tre Johnson led Texas with 22 points but missed two crucial shots in the final 10 seconds. The game saw 14 lead changes and 11 ties.

SMU (16-5, 7-3 ACC) defeated California (11-10, 4-6) 76-65. Harris (20pts), Cross (15pts/14reb), Edwards (15pts/9reb/5ast), Miller (13pts/6reb/5ast) led SMU's 83.1ppg offense.

Cal's Petraitis (18pts/10reb), Wilkinson (16pts), and Blacksher Jr. (13pts) led their effort. Cal hosts Syracuse while SMU hosts Stanford next.

Minnesota snapped Phoenix's 3-game streak with a 121-113 win on January 29, 2025. Edwards (33), Randle (28), and Alexander-Walker (23) led the Wolves, while Durant (33), Booker (28), and Beal (17) paced the Suns.

Coach Finch and McDaniels were ejected. The Wolves' 4th straight win came despite missing Reid and 16 Suns turnovers.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and Insurance Commissioner John King push tort reform, citing $43M CVS and $31M mobile home verdicts. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce supports reforms while experts Tyler Leverty, Kenneth Klein, and David Stegall debate benefits.

F&W Transportation reports doubled premiums. The Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and Joanne Doroshow oppose changes, demanding rate-setting transparency.

Former Democratic congresswoman and 2020 presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard, with Middle East deployments, seeks DNI role overseeing 18 intelligence agencies. Senate scrutinizes her Assad visit, chemical weapons skepticism, Ukraine statements, and Russian disinformation allegations.

Intelligence Committee Chair Cotton confirms clean background checks, defending her patriotism despite surveillance policy shifts.

Ex-prosecutor Kash Patel, Trump's FBI nominee and loyalist, faces Senate confirmation December 9, 2024. His plans include converting Pennsylvania Ave HQ to deep state museum, reassigning 7000 staff. Former House Intelligence aide defended Jan 6 rioters, supported Trump's NY trial. Sen.

Tillis prepared bingo card of Democrat criticisms, while Sen. Durbin opposes. Succeeds Wray.

Trump's 2025 presidency, led by Susie Wiles with Heritage Foundation support, implements aggressive agenda through Republican Congress. Actions include revoking Bolton/Pompeo security clearances, pardoning 1500 January 6 participants, freezing federal hiring, ending diversity programs.

Despite four indictments and assassination attempts, Supreme Court immunity enables unprecedented executive authority.

FireAid's January 28 benefit features Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Red Hot Chili Peppers at Kia Forum and Intuit Dome, streaming across multiple platforms. Event highlights wildfire impacts, including Dawes members' losses in Eaton fire. First responders will speak alongside celebrities.

Dave Matthews cancelled. Annenberg Foundation manages donations for Los Angeles fire victims.

Hamas's October 7 attack killed 1,200 Israelis, leading to war causing 47,000 Palestinian deaths. US-Egypt-Qatar brokered ceasefire enables exchange of 8 hostages for 110 Palestinians. Israel claims 17,000 Hamas fighters killed, blames civilian deaths on militant infrastructure placement.

90% of Gazans displaced face reconstruction challenges. Netanyahu meets Trump as negotiations continue for extended truce.

The Knicks (32-16) defeated Jokic's Nuggets 122-112, extending their win streak to five. Brunson's 30-point, 15-assist performance and Towns' leadership have earned them All-Star starts.

Three-time MVP Jokic considers them top-5 title contenders, as they chase their first championship since 1973. They're fourth in BetMGM odds, setting franchise records with 408 points over three games.

Fed maintained rates as Powell cited strong economy, potential cuts tied to inflation/jobs. Asian markets rose (Nikkei +0.4%) while U.S. indices fell (S&P -0.5%, Dow -0.3%, Nasdaq -0.5%). Treasury yield: 4.53%. SoftBank (-1%) explored OpenAI investment, Nissan (+2.2%) cut U.S. production.

T-Mobile (+6.3%) beat earnings. Trump Media partnered with Schwab. Oil: $72.66/$76.56. Dollar: 154.52 yen.

El Salvador's Congress, led by Bukele's New Ideas party with Christian Guevara, ratified reforms requiring three-quarters approval for constitutional changes. Opposition's Cesia Rivas and Eduardo Escobar warn of power consolidation.

Congress extended emergency measures, modified cryptocurrency rules per IMF. Bukele, Trump ally, awaits Secretary Rubio's Central America visit.

Big 12 Pitcher Lexi Kilfoyl leads Athletes Unlimited Softball League draft to Bandits, followed by Hoover (Blaze), Faraimo (Talons), Garcia (Volts). Brady and Jennings went 19th and 20th.

Starting June, teams play 24 games across 6-8 cities, with ESPN broadcasting 30+ games. Format includes AUSL All-Star Cup and 16-player rosters.

Pacers defeated Pistons 133-119 in Indianapolis (Jan 29, 2025), led by Siakam (37) and Haliburton (30). Indiana shot 56.8%, making 19/38 threes, including a 40-point first quarter. Turner added 24, while Cunningham (32) and Beasley (20) led Detroit.

Despite losing Ivy to injury, Pistons went 9-6 in January. Pacers won 16 of 21 recent games.

Devils (15-8-4 home) defeated Flyers (11-12-5 road) 5-0, with Allen's 24-save shutout replacing injured Markstrom. Jack Hughes (20th goal, 60 points), Palat, Luke Hughes, Bastian, and Mercer scored. Meier and Bratt (58 points) had two assists.

Ersson was pulled for Fedotov after four goals. Hischier remained out with injury.

Porzingis dominated with 34 points, 8 threes, 11 rebounds as Celtics routed Bulls 122-100. Brown scored 28, White 22, Tatum 16. Celtics, 7-6 in last 13, executed 13-0 run and led 86-62 after Tatum's consecutive threes.

Bulls, without LaVine (24ppg), got 16 from returning Coby White, losing eighth in nine. Next: Bulls at Toronto, Celtics at New Orleans.

Knicks beat Nuggets 122-112, extending their streak to 5 with 52% shooting. Brunson (30pts, 15ast), Anunoby (23pts), and Towns (14pts, 10reb) led New York. Murray's 33 points, Jokic's 17/6/6 and Westbrook's 14/14 weren't enough for Denver, now 0-3 on their trip.

NBA triple-double leader Jokic's early fouls proved costly. Next: Nuggets at Philadelphia, Knicks host Lakers.

Maryland (17-5, 7-4) defeated No. 17 Wisconsin (16-5, 6-4) 76-68, with Rice and Gillespie scoring 16 each. The Terps shot 12-24 from three, including 7-11 in second half, scoring just 20 paint points.

Wisconsin shot 37% from field, 15-21 on free throws. Reese (14), Queen (12 points, 12 rebounds), and Tonje (23) led scoring.

Panthers beat Kings 3-0 as Tkachuk (1 goal, 31 assists) and Bobrovsky (30 saves, 46th shutout) starred. Barkov scored on 5-on-3 power play, his 16th power-play point. Bennett also scored. Kuemper made 36 saves for Kings, who lost third straight.

Doughty returned after 47 games. Kulikov's 1000th game featured assist. Kings next at Tampa, Panthers host Chicago.

In their best start in 11 seasons, No. 24 Oklahoma State (18-3, 8-2 Big 12), led by Stailee Heard's 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 threes, defeated Arizona State (8-14, 2-8) 83-71. Early runs of 11-0 and 16-2 established a 41-26 halftime lead.

Asi (14), Magassa (11), and Smith (10) supported OSU, while Skinner (23) and Brown (20, 11) led ASU.

Clippers defeated Spurs 128-116 behind Leonard and Powell's 27 points each. Zubac (21 points, 22 rebounds) battled Wembanyama (23 points, 12 rebounds), leading to a third-quarter altercation. Castle scored 20, Vassell 19, and Sochan 7.

Clippers shot 50% on threes and used a 15-2 run to win. Wembanyama extended his block-and-three streak to 35 games. Teams next play Friday: Clippers at Charlotte, Spurs host Milwaukee.

Virginia Tech (9-12, 4-6 ACC) dominated Florida State 76-66, led by Lawal's 17 points and 13 rebounds, Schutt's 16 points, and Bol Bowen's 14 points. Ben Burnham's dunk helped build a 35-15 halftime lead. Despite Florida State rallying to 49-43, the Hokies prevailed.

Jerry Deng added 13 points. Virginia Tech faces Virginia next, while FSU meets Boston College.

Marie-Philip Poulin's hat trick led Montreal Victoire to a 4-1 win over Ottawa Charge, taking PWHL lead. Jennifer Gardiner assisted twice, while Ann-Renée Desbiens made 31 saves. Despite Ottawa's 15-6 first-period shot advantage, only Tereza Vanisova scored.

After Emily Clark's missed breakaway, Montreal dominated. Ottawa hosts Toronto Saturday, Montreal Thursday.

On January 29, 2025, Maryland basketball defeated No. 17 Wisconsin in College Park, going 12-24 from three. DeShawn Harris-Smith sparked a 14-2 run, while Rodney Rice (3-6), Ja'Kobi Gillespie and Selton Miguel (40%+ shooters) led the 37% season average, up from 29% last year.

Coach Willard's team, winning their fourth straight, eyes AP Top 25 entry.

Kansas State ended 6-game skid, routing Oklahoma State 85-57 in Manhattan. Hausen (18), Hawkins (15), Jones (14), McDaniel (10) led Wildcats' 52.6% shooting. Cowboys' Avery (22) and Thompson (11) led, bench outscoring starters 39-18.

K-State's 10-0 start led to 45-23 halftime lead. Next: K-State visits #3 Iowa State, OSU hosts Utah.

No. 22 Texas Tech (7-2 Big 12) secured their 5th straight win, beating TCU 71-57 in Lubbock. JT Toppin (18pts, 14reb), McMillian (16pts), and Hawkins (13pts) led the charge in their best conference start since Bob Knight's 2004-05 season.

Despite Darrion Williams' absence and 32% 3-point shooting, Christian Anderson's late three sealed victory. Next: Tech visits No. 6 Houston.

Asteroid 2024 YR4, 40-100 meters wide, discovered in Chile, has 1% Earth impact probability for December 22, 2032. Passing 800,000km away December 25, it tops ESA's risk list. NASA's Paul Chodas leads monitoring until 2028 visibility.

Scientists examine 2016 data. Such impacts occur every few thousand years, risking severe damage.

The Raptors routed Washington 106-82, starting 14-0 before Valanciunas scored. Barnes (24 points), Poetl (12/8/6) led Toronto's fifth straight win, while Kuzma (19/10) led the Wizards' 15th consecutive loss.

Toronto, 5.5 games behind Chicago, forced 27 turnovers, converting 22 first-half points for a 19-point lead. Raptors host Bulls Friday, Wizards face Lakers Thursday.

Minnesota Wild beat Toronto 3-1 with Spurgeon and Khusnutdinov scoring first-period goals. Gustavsson made 31 saves, Woll 22. Nylander netted his 29th goal, Matthews hit post. Foligno scored empty-netter.

Kaprizov (surgery, 4 weeks) out. Marc-Andre Fleury starts vs Montreal Thursday. Pacioretty returned after 3-game absence. Leafs visit Edmonton Saturday.

76ers beat Kings 117-104 in their 6-game homestand, extending win streak to 4. Maxey scored 30, Sabonis notched triple-double (13/14/11). Fox scored 19, Oubre 15, Monk 21.

Kings fell to 1-3 on road trip. Council drew flagrant foul, leading to 5-point possession with Jackson's 3 during decisive 14-2 run. Lowry added 10 points.

Jets hire Steve Wilks as defensive coordinator under new coach Aaron Glenn and GM Mougey, replacing Ulbrich after Saleh's firing. Wilks' experience spans NFL since 2006, including Panthers interim coach (6-6), 49ers coordinator, Arizona head coach, and Charlotte adviser.

Glenn, ex-Detroit defense leader, builds staff with Engstrand, Heiden, and potentially Banjo replacing Boyer.

No. 25 UConn (15-6, 7-3 Big East) overcame DePaul (10-12, 1-10) 72-61 in Hartford on January 29, 2025. Solo Ball scored 16 points, Tarris Reed Jr. matched with 16 and eight rebounds, while Jaylin Stewart added 15 before injury.

Perfect free throws (14/14) fueled the Huskies' 43-24 second-half surge after trailing by 14. UConn visits No. 9 Marquette next, DePaul hosts Seton Hall.

Cavaliers defeated Heat 126-106 on January 29, 2025, never trailing. Mitchell scored 34, Jerome 20, Mobley 22 with 15 rebounds. Allen added 12 points, 10 rebounds, Niang 13 points.

Herro and Rozier each scored 22, Adebayo 21. Cleveland, 33-0 when leading after three quarters, outrebounded Miami 47-35. Garland rested as Heat posted season-low 41 first-half points.

American Airlines flight 5342, a Bombardier CRJ-701 from Wichita, collided with an Army Blackhawk at Reagan National approaching Runway 33. The crash, captured on Kennedy Center cameras as a fireball, occurred at 9 PM EST over the Potomac River.

Defense Secretary Hegseth and Transportation Secretary Duffy monitored while President Trump received briefings.

Vatican bank IOR, serving 12,300 customers with 100 staff, fired newlyweds Carlucci and Fabiani under new workplace marriage ban, despite 25 years service. Supporting three children with mortgage obligations, they lost tax-free benefits.

Among 4,500 Vatican employees, their case sparked Association of Lay Vatican Employees protest. Pope's 300-euro baby bonus contrasts with termination policy.

An American Airlines flight from Wichita collided with a military Blackhawk helicopter at 9PM near Reagan National Airport. Kennedy Center surveillance captured the fireball collision.

The incident evoked memories of the 1982 Air Florida crash that killed 78 in the Potomac. FAA confirmed the crash as rescue operations continued.

Two-time Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin, 29, returns to Courchevel Thursday after November's crash requiring surgery for infection. Working with therapist Regan Dewhirst since January 1, she pursues World Cup win No. 100.

The venue, with her 7 World Cup wins and 3 championships, gained meaning after father Jeff's 2020 death. Her near-colon injury challenged recovery.

The NBA announced Wednesday that Houston Rockets' Dillon Brooks faces a $25,000 fine for profane language in a televised postgame interview.

This followed his January 27, 2025 performance against the Boston Celtics, where he scored 36 points with 10 three-pointers in a game won by Amen Thompson's final basket.

Kansas City Chiefs, led by Andy Reid and GM Brett Veach, pursue historic third straight Super Bowl against Philadelphia.

Veterans DeAndre Hopkins (178 games, 1,000+ catches, 13,000+ yards), Kareem Hunt (outperforming Pacheco), and recovered Marquise Brown transformed from struggling situations to contribute to AFC title victory.

Charros de Jalisco claimed their third Liga Mexicana del Pacífico title, defeating Tomateros de Culiacán 9-6 in 13 innings. Early runs by Esteban Quiroz and Dwight Smith Jr were countered by Jack Mayfield and Mateo Gil's crucial plays.

The victory sends them to Serie del Caribe in Mexicali starting January 31, facing teams from Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Japan Breeze.

Cowboys VP Will McClay signed extension after drafting 15 Pro Bowlers, including 6-time All-Pro Zack Martin, 2-time All-Pro Micah Parsons, star receiver CeeDee Lamb, and quarterback Dak Prescott.

Former Desperados coach joined Cowboys in 2002, working under Jerry Jones while supporting new coaches Schottenheimer, Eberflus, and Sorensen.

German hockey player Tobias Eder, 26, died Wednesday from malignant tumor complications diagnosed August 2023. The Eisbaeren Berlin player competed in three World Championship games in Ostrava, scoring in Germany's 6-4 win over Slovakia on May 10.

Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl posted tribute. Federation extends support to his fiancée, family, and teammates.

Kings defenseman Drew Doughty returns against Florida Panthers after Sept 25 ankle injury, pairing with Moverare. The 35-year-old 2016 Norris winner missed 47 games but brings 156 goals, 513 assists record.

Kings, third in Pacific despite losing 6 of 8, replace Helenius (AHL) with Doughty while Clarke leads defense with 24 points.

Seattle Kraken waived Philipp Grubauer, Washington Capitals' 2018 Stanley Cup starter and 2021 Vezina finalist with Colorado. The German goalie's struggles (.866 save%, 3.83 GAA) and $5.9M cap hit through 2027 make claiming unlikely.

Like St. Louis' Brandon Saad, he'll join AHL's Coachella Valley after 16 losses in 21 starts.

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson, a 2021 first-round pick averaging 18.9 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, requires season-ending surgery. After missing six games with right shoulder inflammation, he injured his left shoulder in a 122-119 loss to Toronto.

The Hawks, ninth in East at 22-25, have lost six straight, including to Houston.

The Eagles achieved 14 regular season wins and 3 playoff victories after their 2023 collapse. Under Sirianni and Hurts' strengthened relationship, Saquon Barkley rushed for 2,000 yards while Fangio's defense excelled.

Moore's offense replaced Johnson's system, transforming the team from their 10-1 start and Tampa Bay playoff loss into Super Bowl contenders through comprehensive changes.

Federal prosecutors seek dismissal of charges against Republican Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (2005-2022), first congressional trial since Traficant's 2002 conviction.

He resigned after reversed conviction over $30,000 in illegal contributions through middlemen from Paris-based Nigerian billionaire Gilbert Chagoury at 2016 LA fundraiser, violating foreign nationals prohibition, despite FBI warnings.

William Leuchtenburg, postal clerk's son turned presidential historian, died at 102 in Chapel Hill. The Cornell and Columbia graduate won Parkman, Bancroft, and Schlesinger prizes for his FDR scholarship.

He taught at UNC, consulted for Ken Burns, analyzed politics for CBS/NBC, and completed 'Patriot Presidents' at 101, after receiving early support from the National Youth Administration.

Dutch authorities arrested three suspects for stealing Romania's 2500-year-old Cotofenesti helmet and three golden wristbands from Drents Museum's six-month exhibition. The Dacian artifact, worth 85,000 euros per kilo, remains missing.

More arrests possible as President Iohannis, Director Oberlander-Tarnoveanu, and museum officials hope for recovery, fearing melting could destroy its cultural value.

Serbia faces nationwide protests after Novi Sad station collapse killed 15, leading to PM Vucevic's resignation. President Vucic confronts mounting pressure as student-led demonstrations demand transparency. Thirteen face charges amid corruption allegations over Chinese consortium's renovation.

Russia and China support Vucic, while EU remains silent. Violent incidents and Belgrade blockades mark ongoing protests.

A January 2025 Trump White House funding pause sparked concerns about FAFSA availability, but the U.S. Department of Education confirmed all student aid programs continued operating.

The Federal Student Aid Office maintained June 30 deadlines for 2024-2025 applications, while colleges kept individual deadlines. Pell Grants, Head Start, and assistance for small businesses, farmers, and renters remained unaffected.

DAMAC International's The Delmore, a 12-story luxury project designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, replaces Surfside's Champlain Towers South, where structural defects caused 98 deaths in 2021. The development features 37 mansions starting at $15 million.

Following a $1 billion settlement and NIST investigation, Gov. DeSantis enacted strict condo maintenance regulations for Florida buildings.

NY architect Rex Heuermann faces charges in Gilgo Beach murders of Barthelemy, Costello, Waterman (2009-10) and Costilla (1993). Attorney Brown challenges Astrea Forensics' DNA evidence, seeks separate trials. DA Tierney defends whole genome sequencing and mitochondrial testing.

Evidence includes computer murder blueprints. 10 victims total. Court: Feb 18.

Trump's OMB revoked a 2-day federal aid freeze after nationwide confusion and lawsuits from Democratic state attorneys general. The order required programs to answer questions about gender ideology and abortion by February 7.

While Medicare, Social Security, food stamps were exempt, Meals on Wheels and Head Start faced uncertainty. Senators Murray and Schumer celebrated the reversal.

F-35 crashed at Eielson Air Force Base near Fairbanks during $500M expansion hosting 54 jets and 3,500 airmen. Pilot ejected safely, remaining stable.

Aircraft, capable of 12-hour Northern Hemisphere flights, suffered significant damage. Follows 2023 incidents in Texas and South Carolina, including Marine investigation of unnecessary ejection.

Fed kept rates at 4.3% after 2023's cuts from 5.3%. Powell cites 4.1% unemployment and 2.4% inflation (2.8% core). Goldman Sachs forecasts June/December cuts while ECB plans reductions and BOJ raises rates.

Trump's Davos demands, threatened 25% tariffs, and deportation policies could affect inflation. Mortgage rates reach 7%, Treasury yields 4.80%.

Trump's 8-month salary buyout targets 2 million federal workers by Feb 6, excluding military/postal staff. Musk's efficiency commission oversees program offering remote work until Sept 30. Government's 3 million employees (1.9% civilian workforce) average 12-year tenures.

20% work in DC-MD-VA region, 147,500 in California. AFGE Union opposes plan as anti-worker purge.

Rare snowfall and arctic blast in Florida caused 17 sea turtles to suffer cold stunning from St. Augustine to Palm Beach County. The turtles, named after beverages including Espresso, Pickle Juice, and Ginger Beer, were transferred from Marine Science Center to Loggerhead Marinelife Center.

Dr. Barron's team provides treatment, anticipating release within weeks.

Created in 1979 under Carter, OPM implements Trump's federal restructuring through 8-month salary buyouts ending February 6. The 'Fork in the Road' email, endorsed by Musk, excludes military personnel but permits future employment.

Initiative includes OMB's loan freeze, GSA's traditional architecture mandate, and Digital Service transfer to DOGE. Job cuts possible.

A$AP Rocky, 36, faces 24-year sentence for 2021 Hollywood shooting of A$AP Relli. Attorney Tacopina argues before Judge Arnold that Rocky used blanks.

Rihanna, 36, mother of RZA and Riot Rose, attended trial. Their relationship, since 2020's VMAs performance, continues as Rocky pursues Grammy nomination, Rolling Loud Festival, and Spike Lee film.

UNRWA faces shutdown in east Jerusalem as Israeli laws, effective Thursday, ban its operations and official contact. The agency serves 6 million Palestinian refugees since 1948, providing healthcare to 80,000 people and education to 1,000 students in Shuafat camp, isolated by concrete walls and checkpoints since 2002.

Netanyahu's government intensified opposition after October 2023 Hamas attack, threatening services across occupied territories.

Murdoch's WSJ criticizes Trump's 2025 term: Capitol pardons, Kennedy Health appointment, TikTok delay, Iran security removal, and cryptocurrency ventures, while supporting diversity dismantling and Alaska development. Press Secretary Leavitt welcomes conservative media as Fox discusses Mount Rushmore placement.

Journal maintains critical oversight amid widespread right-wing enthusiasm.

Devils captain Nico Hischier, 26-year-old Swiss center and 2017's top pick, is week-to-week after Suzuki's cross-check, missing Monday's 4-2 loss. Leading scorer (24 goals, 43 points) and veteran of 520 games (404 points) joins injured goalie Markstrom on sidelines.

Team maintains 28-18-6 playoff position despite January 16 Toronto appearance.

German Linus Strasser, with five career wins, leads Schladming's night slalom despite a Planai course mistake. He's 0.31 seconds ahead of Haugan and 0.36 ahead of Meillard.

Defending champion Feller sits fourth, while standings leader Noel, winner of four seasonal slaloms, trails by 0.71. This final race precedes Feb 4-16 Saalbach-Hinterglemm championships.

Flyers goalie Samuel Ersson joins Sweden's 4 Nations Face-Off with Filip Gustavsson and Linus Ullmark, replacing injured Jacob Markstrom. Sweden faces Canada (Feb 12, Montreal), Finland (Feb 15), and U.S. (Feb 17, Boston). William Karlsson and Jonas Brodin's injuries may force changes.

Canada must replace Alex Pietrangelo. Ersson earned 2024 worlds bronze.

MLB's average salary reached $4.66 million in 2024, rising 2.9% from 2023's 7% increase. The players' association's report, analyzing 1,033 players on August 31 active rosters and injured lists, shows 23% growth from 2021's post-pandemic $3.68 million.

Data includes earned bonuses and prorated signing bonuses, preceding arbitration hearings.

Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen signed Emiliano Buendia on loan until June 2025 from Aston Villa, with a 20 million euro purchase option. The technically versatile midfielder, who joined Villa from Norwich in 2021, made 12 substitute appearances this season.

He replaces Martin Terrier, who tore his Achilles in a 3-1 win over Gladbach. Buendia extended his Villa contract before the move.

State Auditor Allison Ball investigated Kentucky's foster crisis where 49 children spent 198 days in offices. Since summer 2023, when 64 children slept on cots, Gov.

Beshear acknowledged placement difficulties for youth with behavioral issues. Terry Brooks of Kentucky Youth Advocates praised the investigation into systemic failures affecting children ages 1-35.

Trump's OMB issued then rescinded a federal grants freeze on January 27, 2025, affecting trillions in state funding. The two-day order sparked legal challenges and nationwide confusion before termination via two-sentence notice.

Democratic critics, led by a Washington Senator, celebrated while denouncing administration's sheer incompetence, cruel intentions, and willful disregard of law.

Legoland Florida in Winter Haven, situated between Tampa and Orlando's major theme parks, announces 234 layoffs primarily affecting performers, starting late March. The Merlin Entertainment-owned resort, employing 1500, features Peppa Pig park, water park, and upcoming aquarium.

PR director Julia Estrada confirms maintaining core entertainment while competing with Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld, and Busch Gardens.

Energy Fuels Inc. resumes Pinyon Plain Mine uranium shipments near Grand Canyon to Utah mill after Navajo Nation dispute. Following WWII/Cold War impacts, CEO Chalmers implements covered trucks, enhanced driver qualifications, and emergency procedures.

Agreement includes 10,000-ton waste removal, monitored transport, specific routes, and timing restrictions under Etsitty's oversight.

Ford calls February 27 election amid Trump's 25% tariff threats and 51st state comment. McGill's Beland cites divided opposition advantage. Trudeau's January 6 exit, March 9 leadership change, March 24 confidence vote complicate response.

Ford's 79-seat majority promises retaliation, including alcohol ban. Crombie opposes $175M vote amid environmental investigation.

Kansas City's tuberculosis outbreak since January 2024 spans Wyandotte and Johnson counties, with 67 active and 79 latent cases, causing two deaths. While significant, it trails Georgia's 2015-2017 outbreak (170 active, 400 latent).

US reported 9,600 cases in 2023, while globally, TB killed 1.25 million and infected 8 million. Treatment requires months of antibiotics.

Maha Kumbh festival's January 29 stampede in Prayagraj killed 30 and injured 60 when devotees rushed barricades during holy men's procession. The 4000-hectare site, monitored by 50,000 security personnel and 2,500 cameras, houses 11 hospitals.

Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences amid opposition criticism. The six-week Hindu festival expects 100 million pilgrims at the Ganges-Yamuna-Saraswati confluence.

Trump dismissed EEOC commissioners Burrows and Samuels, violating Title VII Civil Rights Act structure. NLRB's Wilcox and Abruzzo also removed. Lucas leads EEOC with Kotagal remaining, replacing Sonderling.

Agency enforces workplace anti-discrimination laws, faces internal disputes over DEI policies, transgender rights, pregnancy accommodations. Commissioners plan legal challenges against unprecedented removals.

Transportation Secretary Duffy reversed CAFE standards targeting 38 mpg by 2031 and 2% annual increases 2027-2031, opposing Biden's 50% EV target. Transportation, largest greenhouse gas source, faces policy shift affecting 70 billion gallon savings through 2050.

Center for Biological Diversity's Becker warns of higher costs, pollution increase, and Chinese EV market dominance.

The ICC in The Hague, with 125 member states and $200M budget, faces unprecedented trial vacancy.

Despite 32 warrants targeting Putin, Netanyahu, and al-Bashir, and past successes like Lubanga's conviction, the court confronts Trump's sanctions, Bensouda's intimidation, 2023 cyberattack, Russian spy incident, and member states' non-compliance with arrest obligations.

Trump administration, through DHS Secretary Noem, revoked TPS protection for 600,000 Venezuelans, reversing Mayorkas's Biden-era extension from April 2025 to October 2026.

Created in 1990, TPS protects 1 million immigrants from 17 countries, including 230,000 Salvadorans, 103,000 Ukrainians, and 1,900 Sudanese from deportation during disasters or civil conflicts.

Glenn Martens, 41, succeeds John Galliano as Maison Margiela's creative director after Galliano's decade-long tenure. The Belgian designer, praised by OTB chairman Renzo Rosso, transformed Diesel since 2000 with cutting-edge textile techniques and edgy street-savvy collections.

He follows founder Martin Margiela and Galliano, showing both haute couture and ready-to-wear collections in Paris.

Glenn Martens, 41, immediately succeeds Galliano as Maison Margiela's creative director after his decade-long tenure. Known for cutting-edge textile techniques and street-savvy collections, Martens led Diesel since 2000, creating Milan runway sensations.

The third director after Martin Margiela and Galliano will oversee both haute couture and ready-to-wear shows in Paris.

41-year-old Belgian Glenn Martens, known for edgy street-savvy collections and cutting-edge textile techniques at Diesel since 2000, assumes immediate leadership at Maison Margiela. OTB chairman Renzo Rosso praised his couture prowess.

Following founder Martin Margiela and Galliano's decade tenure, Martens will direct haute couture and ready-to-wear collections shown in Paris.

Belgian designer Glenn Martens, 41, succeeds John Galliano's decade-long tenure as Maison Margiela's third creative director, following founder Martin Margiela. Since 2000, he's transformed OTB-owned Diesel with cutting-edge textile techniques and street-savvy collections.

Renzo Rosso praised Martens' talent as the house continues haute couture and ready-to-wear shows in Paris.

Romi Gonen, 24, survived 470 days of Hamas captivity through learning Arabic and support from co-captive Emily Damari. Released January 19 in a 33-hostage exchange for 2000 Palestinian prisoners, she was among 250 kidnapped October 7, with 90 remaining.

Her father Eitan's public hope messages reached her, while mother Merav's five-hour call during the attack preceded months of uncertainty.

Romi Gonen survived 470 days of Hamas captivity after the October 7 Nova festival attack, where her mother Merav had a 5-hour final call. She learned Arabic to communicate and shared captivity with Emily Damari. Dr.

Benov reports victims suffered mild starvation. Released January 19 in a 33-for-2000 prisoner exchange, she faces rehabilitation under Dr. Yehene's guidance.

Romi Gonen, 24, was released Jan 19 2025 after 470 days in Hamas captivity following Oct 7 2023 attack. She was among 250 kidnapped, with 90 remaining in Gaza. Dr.

Benov reported hostages suffered mild starvation and vitamin deficiencies. Romi survived through Arabic communication and support from Emily Damari. Eitan's persistent messages reached her.

Romi Gonen, 24, endured 470 days of Hamas captivity after Oct 7 2023 Nova festival attack. Her mother Merav spoke to her for 5 hours during capture. She survived with Emily Damari, learning Arabic for communication. Dr.

Benov reported malnutrition among freed hostages. She was among 33 exchanged, while 90 of 250 remain captive. Dr. Yehene noted shared captivity's psychological impact.

Justice Burns convicted 14 members of The Saints, including parents Jason and Kerrie Struhs, brother Zachary, and leader Stevens, of manslaughter after Elizabeth, 8, died January 7, 2022, in Toowoomba without insulin for six days. Self-representing defendants claimed divine healing beliefs.

Sister Jayde criticized system failures. Sentencing February 11, maximum life imprisonment.

Justice Burns convicted 14 Saints members of manslaughter after Elizabeth Struhs, 8, died from untreated type-1 diabetes in Toowoomba. Leader Stevens, 63, father Jason, 53, mother Kerrie, 49, claimed divine healing would save her. Court cited cloistered atmosphere, not reckless indifference.

Sister Jayde criticized system failures. Sentencing February 11, maximum life imprisonment.

Justice Burns convicted 14 Saints members of manslaughter after Elizabeth Rose Struhs, 8, died from untreated type-1 diabetes in Toowoomba on January 7, 2022. Parents Jason (53), Kerrie (49), brother Zachary (22), and leader Stevens (63) face life sentences February 11.

Burns cited 'cloistered atmosphere' in rejecting murder charges. Sister Jayde condemned systemic failures.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort after losing balance while photographing with a group, falling 600 meters (1900 feet) Tuesday. A mountain rescue team found him with multiple injuries, transporting him to Razlog hospital.

Dr. Valentin Belchev's medical team attempted life-saving measures, but he succumbed to his injuries.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday after falling 600 meters at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort. While photographing scenery Tuesday, he lost balance and sustained multiple injuries.

Mountain rescue transported him to Razlog hospital, where Dr. Valentin Belchev's medical team attempted life-saving measures, but he succumbed to his injuries.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday after a 600-meter fall at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort. While photographing scenery Tuesday, he lost balance and sustained multiple injuries.

Mountain rescue transported him to Razlog hospital, where Dr. Valentin Belchev told Associated Press that despite life-saving measures, the patient succumbed to his injuries.

A 29-year-old Irish tourist died Wednesday after a 600-meter fall at Bulgaria's Bansko ski resort. While photographing scenery Tuesday, he lost balance and sustained multiple injuries.

Mountain rescue transported him to Razlog hospital, where Dr. Valentin Belchev told Associated Press that despite life-saving measures, the patient succumbed to his injuries.

Defense Minister Umerov's illegal dismissal of procurement chief Bezrukova sparks G7 concern and NABU investigation. Radina demands Umerov's removal amid weapons supply risks.

Russia intercepts 104 Ukrainian drones while launching 57 at Ukraine. Russian missile kills 2 in Mykolaiv, attacks Odesa ports near Romania, triggering F-16 response and Tulcea alerts.

Defense Minister Umerov's illegal dismissal of procurement chief Bezrukova sparks G7 concern and NABU investigation. Radina demands Umerov's removal amid weapons supply risks.

Russia intercepts 104 Ukrainian drones while launching 57 at Ukraine. Russian missile kills 2 in Mykolaiv, attacks Odesa ports near Romania, triggering F-16 response and Tulcea alerts.

Defense Minister Umerov's illegal dismissal of DPA chief Bezrukova sparks G7 concern and NABU investigation. Two workers died in Russian missile strike on Mykolaiv food facility, reported by Vitalii Kim. Russia intercepted 104 Ukrainian drones while launching 57 Shahed drones.

Attacks near NATO borders prompted Romanian F-16 response. Radina demands ministerial changes amid procurement crisis.

Regional head Vitalii Kim reported 2 female workers killed in Mykolaiv missile strike, while Russian drones hit Ismail port near NATO territory. Defense Minister Umerov faces NABU probe over illegally dismissing DPA director Bezrukova.

G7 urges resolution as drone warfare intensifies: Russia intercepted 104 Ukrainian drones; Ukraine reports 57 Russian attacks.

Trump's first legislation, the Laken Riley Act, named for a student murdered by illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra in 2024, mandates detention of undocumented immigrants accused of crimes. Passed with bipartisan support nine days into his term, it grants state attorneys general power over immigration policy and accompanies executive orders for mass deportation.

Critics, including ACLU, warn of constitutional violations and detention facility costs.

Trump signs Laken Riley Act, mandating detention of undocumented immigrants accused of crimes, after 22-year-old Riley's murder by Jose Ibarra in February 2024. Law empowers state attorneys general, requires detention for various offenses. Ibarra had prior arrests.

ACLU and refugee advocates warn of mass detentions, constitutional issues. Trump issues border executive orders, threatens uncooperative law enforcement.