Coach Darvin Ham was feeling the heat after another tough loss for the Los Angeles Lakers. They'd just been beaten by the Golden State Warriors, marking their third defeat in five games. Adding insult to injury, they'd also recently lost to the Sacramento Kings, a team they were battling for playoff seeding. As Ham navigated the traffic to catch his flight, he was mentally transported back 20 years to his glory days with the Detroit Pistons, celebrating their 2004 championship victory over the Lakers.

The Denver Broncos scored big in the 2024 NFL draft by landing Oregon quarterback Bo Nix. Nix is stepping into an ideal situation with Sean Payton as his coach, a renowned quarterback guru, and the legendary Peyton Manning available for guidance.

Amid escalating tensions in Gaza, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has made a push for a cease-fire deal, emphasizing its potential to bring relief to the conflict-torn region. Urging Hamas to consider the latest proposal, Blinken emphasized its generosity on Israel's part, though specific terms remain undisclosed. The hope is that these negotiations, facilitated by Egyptian mediators, could pave the way for a much-needed truce.

Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing legal challenges as a federal sex-trafficking probe unfolds, but his legal team is fighting back against the accusations in civil suits.

The latest from The Washington Post reveals that Donald Trump is likely passing over Kari Lake as a potential running mate, despite previous speculation. Trump seems to have cooled off on Lake, a staunch MAGA supporter, for reasons that are quintessentially Trumpian.

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou's 15-month-old son, Kobe, tragically passed away, as reported by Cameroonian outlet 237online.com and confirmed by Sportsnet's Aaron Bronsteter.

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis and center Lloyd Cushenberry are new teammates this year, so they probably haven't had much practice together yet. However, they found a unique way to work on their snap exchanges recently—by using a fish! Yes, you read that right. Levis and Cushenberry were spotted at the Nashville Predators game, where they practiced their snaps with a catfish. Surprisingly, the snap was successful, and Levis smoothly went through his progressions like a seasoned quarterback. He even gave the fish a kiss and celebrated with his usual high energy.

Draymond Green might not be playing in the NBA playoffs this year, but that doesn't mean he's not keeping a close eye on the action. After his Golden State Warriors were knocked out by the Sacramento Kings in the Play-In Tournament, Green settled in to watch the postseason unfold, undoubtedly with a mix of rooting for friends and keeping an eye on his rivals.

The Seattle Kraken made a big shake-up, kicking out head coach Dave Hakstol after his three-season run. This move comes hot on the heels of the team missing the playoffs, which is a bit of a bummer considering they hit 100 points and even made it to the Western Conference semifinals last season.

Taylor Swift's latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, has taken the music world by storm, living up to the hype her fans had eagerly anticipated. Billboard reports that Swift has now tied with Jay-Z, boasting an impressive 14 No. 1 records for a solo artist. She's second only to The Beatles, who hold the record with 19 chart-topping albums.

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf is facing intense pressure to step down as he braces for two no-confidence votes, a move that seems increasingly likely to oust him from office.

The Minnesota Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards was quick to pick up on the Phoenix Suns' change in defensive strategy early in the third quarter, switching to one-on-one coverage instead of the first-half double teams. Taking it as a challenge, Edwards stepped up his game, saying, "It was like, you've got to beat us. And I showed them."

The Phoenix Suns had high hopes at the start of the season, looking like a formidable force with star players like Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal forming a potent big three. However, injuries and a lack of consistency plagued their season, and they fell short of their championship aspirations. Their disappointing campaign came to a bitter end as they were swept out of the first round by the Minnesota Timberwolves.

During the final day of the 2024 NFL draft, the Denver Broncos added depth to their defensive line by snagging John Franklin-Myers from the New York Jets in a trade. The Broncos managed to get Franklin-Myers at a bargain, trading just a 2026 sixth-round pick to New York. This move had been in the works leading up to the draft, as confirmed by general manager George Paton, who praised Franklin-Myers' durability and performance. Franklin-Myers, a 6-foot-4, 288-pound defensive lineman, had an impressive streak of not missing a game for three consecutive years and racking up 54-plus pressures for four straight years.

The National Security Council's got its game face on, and even the Foreign Ministry's stepping up to bat. They're pulling out all the stops, y'all.

Travis Kelce just dropped a surprising name for Taylor Swift at a recent charity event in Las Vegas, and you might need a moment to process it all!

The music world mourns the loss of Nick Daniels III, known for his role as bassist and co-vocalist in the legendary New Orleans funk band Dumpstaphunk. His bandmates confirmed the sad news, expressing their profound sorrow. They described Daniels as not just a bandmate but a brother in life and music, emphasizing his immense contributions to both Dumpstaphunk and the wider music scene.

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently reached out to the public for help in designing a new $1 coin to celebrate the state's innovative spirit. However, the responses he received painted a different picture, highlighting the challenges California faces.

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) recently made it clear that he's sticking with Donald Trump through thick and thin. Even if Trump gets hit with felony charges before the 2024 presidential election in November, Graham's still got his back.

When the Utah Jazz snagged Keyonte George at the 16th spot in the 2023 draft from Baylor, they didn't exactly plan for him to take charge at point guard, let alone start 44 out of 82 games in that role.