Gainesville and Hall County’s highest-achieving high school seniors — and the teachers they credit for their success — were honored Tuesday at the annual Student Teacher Achievement Recognition banquet.

https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/news/education/she-pursued-mastery-not-grades-hall-gainesville-name-2026-star-students-at-annual-luncheon/

#gainesvilletimes

You don’t need to be a golfer to rejoice in the success of Inverness Club in attracting the 2045 United States Golf Association’s U.S. Open tournament — the Super Bowl of golf — to Toledo.

https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/03/05/editorials-inverness-creates-opportunity/stories/20260305033

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Enver’s can only be described as a taste of Turkey, with more than a hint of that Yorkshire decadence thrown in for good measure.It was also one of the finalists in the British Kebab Awards 2026, so we checked it out.

https://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/envers-bar-grill-finalist-best-british-kebab-awards-2026-5617032

#thestar

President William Ruto has received credentials from three newly assigned Ambassadors to Kenya at State House, Nairobi. They are Rulan Mahmoud Samara (Jordan), Jacinto Januario Maguni (Mozambique) and Saad Bin Abdullah AlNofaia (Saudi Arabia). President Ruto assured them of his support as they begin their tour of duty in Kenya. Ambassador Samara is a distinguished […]The post President Ruto receives credentials Jordan, Mozambique and Saudi envoys appeared first on KBC Digital.

https://www.kbc.co.ke/president-ruto-receives-credentials-jordan-mozambique-and-saudi-envoys/

#kbc

DETROIT — Detroit has long been a city that’s attracted odd characters, from Jack Kevorkian to flamboyant (and often crooked) politicians, ministers, and eccentric athletes, such as Mark “the Bird” Fidrych, who talked to the ball and came out of nowhere to be the league’s best pitcher for a career that lasted one glorious year.

https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/03/05/lessenberry-detroit-has-characters-like-the-plague-doctor/stories/20260305073

#toledoblade

Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière has broken her silence after her husband, Danhausen's, WWE debut.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-lou-lou-la-duchesse-de-rie-re-breaks-silence-sends-heartfelt-message-after-danhausen-wwe-debut-i-m-still-in-shock

#Sportskeeda

Bristol City lock horns with Coventry City in the 36th round of games in the Championship on Saturday. Both sides are in the top half of the standings.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/bristol-city-vs-coventry-city-prediction-betting-tips-march-7th-2026

#Sportskeeda

Jeremy Boreing, The Daily Wire's co-founder, recently shared his views about his former employee Candace Owens in a recent interview with The Daily Mail.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/podcasts/news-she-said-unbelievable-daily-wire-co-founder-jeremy-boreing-reveals-candace-owens-shocking-response-asked-actually-believes

#Sportskeeda

LA Knight kidnapped Paul Heyman on this week's Monday Night RAW after he was ambushed by Seth Rollins. Knight took to social media to share a message directed at the WWE Hall of Famer.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-let-s-go-spin-la-knight-sends-message-kidnapping-wwe-hall-famer-raw

#Sportskeeda

“Four Old Broads” is a hilarious comedy mystery that takes place in an assisted living facility in Georgia in 1992. The play is populated by a cast of primarily senior citizens, and the play is special because it tells the truth about growing older — we never stop falling in love, making new friends, or telling naughty jokes.

https://www.chicoer.com/2026/03/05/senior-citizens-take-center-stage-at-chico-theater-company-on-stage-in-butte-county/

#chicoer

"If he liked the way he looks, and if it were totally clear that this isn't a health issue, we would leave it alone."

https://www.denverpost.com/2026/03/05/asking-eric-parents-worry-about-college-age-sons-junk-diet/

#denverpost

Alibaba Awrang, a modern Old Master, fled from Kabul to the U.S. in 2021, bringing his modern take on Persian design.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/03/old-persian-calligraphy-survives-in-all-its-elegance-in-an-unlikely-place/

#nationalreview

It’s set to be a huge night of skanking and pogoing in Leeds this week, as the mighty Less Than Jake make their return to the city with ample support.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/whats-on/less-than-jake-leeds-door-times-setlist-5619406

#roundhaytoday

A new 6,000 sq ft charity shop superstore is opening its doors in Leeds this week.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/business/st-gemmas-hospice-set-to-open-new-charity-shop-superstore-in-otley-5620928

#roundhaytoday

An undeterred pervert continued the trawl the net looking for children, even after being arrested.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/crime/persistent-paedophile-snared-by-three-hunter-groups-5618774

#roundhaytoday

A celebration for the New England Patriots’ AFC Championship victory may cost a Boston restaurant its license. What was meant to be a private late-night gathering quickly drew police attention and now faces scrutiny from city regulators. According to a police report, officers who went downstairs discovered a DJ spinning music, hookahs in use, “multiple […]The post Boston Restaurant Blames Patriots Players for Legal Trouble Amid Fears of License Cancellation appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-patriots-boston-restaurant-blames-patriots-players-for-legal-trouble-amid-fears-of-license-cancellation/

A dangerous driver has been spotted undertaking, crossing hatchings and travelling over the speed limit on the motorway, prompting a police appeal.

https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/traffic-and-travel/bmw-driver-arrested-after-reckless-driving-on-m27-5621184

#haylingtoday

Antonia Bettridge, from Merseyside, was detained in Dubai under suspicion of 'possession of narcotics with intent to promote' and could face life in prison if found guilty

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/brit-woman-25-facing-life-36819083

#Mirror

ASUS is celebrating 20 years of ROG, or Republic of Gamers, this year and it's kicking things off with a competition with over $20,000 in prizes.Continue reading at TweakTown

https://www.tweaktown.com/news/110355/asus-rog-celebrates-20-years-with-once-in-lifetime-experience-for-fans/index.html

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After a narrow 1-0 win over the Philippines in the tournament opener, Joe Montemurro’s side face Iran in their second group match. Follow all the action live from 8pm AEDT.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/soccer/matildas-live-updates-mary-fowler-to-start-as-australia-take-on-iran-in-asian-cup-20260305-p5o7wg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#brisbanetimes

Former Real Madrid star Gareth Bale has revealed who was fastest between him and former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo in their time in Spain.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-cristiano-argue-gareth-bale-makes-stance-clear-among-cristiano-ronaldo-fastest-real-madrid

#Sportskeeda

Mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has not been at his absolute best in the last few games at the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/3-reasons-india-continue-varun-chakaravarthy-ind-vs-eng-t20-world-cup-2026-semifinal-despite-poor-returns

#Sportskeeda

Spotify recently named Lil Tecca, Baby Keem, and Doechii as hip-hop's next leaders based on a fan vote.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/music/news-need-another-election-internet-reacts-spotify-reveals-fans-voted-lil-tecca-baby-keem-doechii-leaders-hip-hop-s-next-generation

#Sportskeeda

Newcastle Jets will welcome Western Sydney Wanderers to Newcastle International Sports Centre in the A-League on Saturday.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/newcastle-jets-vs-western-sydney-wanderers-prediction-betting-tips-march-7th-2026

#Sportskeeda

Team India mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy is under the pump after an unconvincing set of performances in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 stage. The No.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/3-stats-show-varun-chakaravarthy-s-form-concern-ahead-ind-vs-eng-semifinal-t20-world-cup-2026

#Sportskeeda

A decade ago, Samer Zakhour was making prosthetics for wounded civilians during the wars in Iraq and Syria. Now, he makes prosthetics for the Australian winter Paralympic team.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/i-prayed-for-this-the-syrian-refugee-helping-aussies-chase-paralympic-glory-20260121-p5nvsl.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Afghani men are now permitted to beat their wives as long as it does not cause “broken bones or open wounds”.

https://www.theage.com.au/world/asia/gender-apartheid-why-we-can-t-forget-the-women-of-afghanistan-20260304-p5o7ig.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_world

Kiwi star Jordie Barrett is a big fan of Aussie foe Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, and he believes chopping and changing positions in the backline will accelerate his progression in rugby.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/rugby-union/an-all-blacks-rival-thinks-suaalii-s-best-is-yet-to-come-in-rugby-and-that-excites-him-20260305-p5o7wi.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

They’ve been at odds all through the summer over Zac Lomax’s release agreement. Now the Eels and Storm do battle on the field at AAMI Park.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/nrl/nrl-2026-live-updates-parramatta-face-melbourne-in-season-opener-20260305-p5o7w0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#brisbanetimes

I dreamed that Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Gov. Maura Healey met with President Donald Trump at the White House. In the dream, Trump is seated at the Resolute desk in the Oval Office while Wu and Healey are smiling on either side of him.

https://www.bostonherald.com/2026/03/05/lucas-a-healey-wu-detente-with-trump-the-stuff-of-dreams/

#bostonherald

Kelly Wilkinson’s family has made a successful application to adjourn the inquest into her murder for more evidence to be considered.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/coroner-puts-inquest-into-murder-of-kelly-wilkinson-on-hold-20260305-p5o7z2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Luke Kornet, on his personal blog, strongly condemned the Magic City Night one-night collaboration, which received support. Former Atlanta Hawks star Al Horford also agreed with him. But another Warriors star, Draymond Green, is not siding with players and raised an important problem statement. “I object to what Luke Kornet is saying. I think to […]The post “I Object”: Draymond Green Defends NBA Against Luke Kornet in ‘Magic City Monday’ Controversy appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-i-object-draymond-green-defends-nba-against-luke-kornet-in-magic-city-monday-controversy/

St. Ignatius cruises past traditional powerhouse Sheldon-Sacramento, will play Salesian in NorCal Open semifinal Saturday.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/03/04/st-ignatius-makes-most-of-its-first-norcal-open-game-routs-sheldon/

#mercurynews

Am Kader vum aktuelle geopolitesche Kontext, gëllt hei zu Lëtzebuerg weiderhin den Niveau 2, wat Terror-Menacen ugeet.

https://www.rtl.lu/news/national/terror-alerte-zu-letzebuerg-bleift-um-niveau-2-182987099

#RTL

Sama’ Abdulhadi was due to play at huge events in two states this weekend, expected to attract about 120,000 revellers.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/culture/music/palestinian-dj-s-visa-not-approved-ahead-of-two-major-music-festivals-20260305-p5o7tv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed