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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Ernie Johnson Steps Back From March Madness Hosting

Ernie Johnson, who stepped in to lead CBS and TNT’s March Madness coverage after Greg Gumbel’s passing, has announced he will skip the first two weeks of the tournament. Instead, former NFL wide‑receiver Nate Burleson will take over for those early rounds—his first time calling the NCAA Tournamen

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Feb 24 2026EDUCATION

Donaldsonville Student Earns Dean’s List Honor

Maliek Robertson, a sophomore studying environmental science from Donaldsonville, earned a spot on Delta State University’s dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester. The university awards this honor to undergraduates who complete at least twelve credits and maintain a GPA between 3. 50 and 3. 79 ea

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Feb 24 2026LIFESTYLE

Food Festivals: Old‑School Bash or New‑Age Community?

The South Beach Wine & Food Festival is a 25‑year‑old tradition that still sells out its 110 events each year. In the past decade, festivals were the main way chefs and food producers reached fans. Today, social media lets anyone DM a celebrity chef or follow their kitchen videos from home, so the n

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Royal Vetting Files to Be Public: A New Chapter in Accountability

The UK government has decided to make public the documents that were used to vet Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor for a trade role. This follows the arrest of the former prince, who is now known as Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor, and the growing scrutiny of his links to Jeffrey Epstein. During a recent debat

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Feb 24 2026WEATHER

Snow May Return to the Northeast

The big winter storm that dumped more than two feet of snow in several states is now moving out toward Canada, leaving the Northeast with gusty winds that will fade by day. Yet the forecast warns that snow is not finished yet. AccuWeather says more snowfall could hit the region this week as peop

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Lobbyist Lunches and a Clash Over Ethics Rules

The governor has taken aim at the state senator after learning he had not reported more than $4, 900 worth of meals and entertainment given by lobbyists. The money came from files that lobbyists must submit, but the senator’s yearly financial disclosure did not list these gifts. The governor’s spo

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Feb 24 2026FINANCE

Paul Tudor Jones Shifts from Meta: A Smart Exit or a Strategic Pause?

Jones, known for making bold moves, sold his Meta shares in the last quarter. The timing lines up with a shift in how big tech companies spend on artificial intelligence. Instead of quick returns, the new AI race looks like a long‑term, costly construction project. Meta’s recent earnings show that

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Feb 24 2026FINANCE

Tech Stocks Drive Seoul Index to New Heights

South Korean shares climbed more than two percent on Tuesday, pushing the KOSPI past 5, 900 for the first time. The rise was led by technology firms, while the won weakened against the dollar. The benchmark index added 123 points to close at an all‑time high of 5, 969. The market has been on a st

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Trust and Fear: How Americans Feel About AI

The newest surveys show that many people in the United States are not convinced about artificial intelligence. Even though a lot of folks use AI tools, they still doubt the technology’s power and safety. A study from December found that only about a third of adults use an AI program at least once e

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Catch the New CIA Show Tonight for Free

The new crime drama “CIA” is hitting CBS this Monday at 10 p. m. ET, and viewers who don’t have cable can still watch it without paying. By signing up for a free trial on services such as Fubo or DIRECTV, you can stream the episode live and keep it on demand for a few days. Those who already h

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