Barcelona clinched a 2-0 win against Las Palmas with goals from substitutes Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres, reclaiming the top position in La Liga. Despite a challenging first half dominated by Las Palmas, the Catalan team turned the game around in the second half. A VAR decision went against Las Palmas, nullifying a penalty appeal due to offside, and Torres secured the win in stoppage time.
Hibernian defeated Celtic 2-1 with goals from Josh Campbell, as Rangers suffered a 1-0 loss to St Mirren, intensifying the title race. Despite Celtic's Champions League efforts, Hibs capitalized on defensive slips, while the Rangers' home defeat signals tighter competition.
Callum Smith clinched a unanimous decision over Joshua Buatsi, seizing the WBO interim title in a stunning display of strategic prowess. Smith's superior reach and targeted body punches kept the younger Buatsi on the defense, marking a pivotal moment in the realm of light heavyweight boxing. Smith now eyes a potential future bout with the victor of the Beterbiev-Bivol rematch.
Hundreds initially gathered in support of Luigi Mangione outside the Manhattan Criminal Court for his pretrial hearing, yet interest waned as proceedings started. The case has sparked debates due to Mangione's folk hero status and the significant funds raised for his defense. Facing charges labeled as 'terrorism,' echoes of vigilante justice criticism remain strong.
The Europa League round of 16 draw presents intriguing matchups as Manchester United faces Real Sociedad, Tottenham takes on AZ Alkmaar, and Rangers meet Fenerbahce. These games are scheduled for March, with the winners progressing to the quarter-finals. Both Manchester United and Tottenham see the Europa League as a key opportunity, despite facing domestic challenges.
Steve Bannon faced backlash for allegedly performing a Nazi salute at the 2025 CPAC. This gesture drew criticism from far-right figures and led to French politician Jordan Bardella canceling his appearance, reflecting broader concerns about the normalization of extremist symbols in conservative circles.
LaVar Ball, known for his high-profile presence as the father of NBA stars LaMelo and Lonzo Ball, recently underwent a foot amputation due to a serious medical issue. Despite the life-changing event, he is reportedly in a positive state of mind. Ball, who famously predicted his sons' success in the NBA and founded the Big Baller Brand, continues to show resilience after the operation.
The University of Exeter has debuted a unique course exploring the portrayal of donkeys in film, blending film theory with ecological perspectives. This innovative module includes hands-on research with donkeys, exploring their cultural symbolism and roles alongside human characters in films, guided by Dr. Stacy A. Alaimo. The course reflects Exeter's cutting-edge approach to humanities education.
A$AP Rocky was found not guilty of charges from a 2021 incident involving a gun and former friend A$AP Relli. He was accused of firing shots, but the jury acquitted him, swayed by arguments that the gun in question was a prop. Controversially, Rihanna's presence with their kids sparked debates about jury bias. Key pieces of evidence included text messages and surveillance, but they didn't convince the jury.
The Love Island final was mired in controversy as Grace Jackson faced accusations of plotting to manipulate her way to victory. While Olivia Hawkins claims to possess incriminating messages, Grace fiercely disputes the allegations. The arrival of screenshots from Instagram DMs with Joey Essex adds to the drama, as does Ronnie Vint's threat to release potentially harmful photos of Olivia.