The woodchuck’s weather forecast is an annual ritual that goes back more than a century in western Pennsylvania.

https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/punxsutawney-phil-makes-new-weather-prediction-20250203-p5l90w.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Police are investigating a shooting in George's Hall and a nearby car fire in Sydney's south-west overnight.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/shooting-car-fire-in-sydneys-south-west-20250203-p5l90x.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

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Košarkaši Virtusa iz Bolonje porazili su Veneciju u 18. kolu italijanske Serije A 85:74 i tako došli do učinka 13-5 u domaćem šampionatu pred meč 25.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/kosarka/4048646-partizan-dobio-upozoravajucu-vest-usred-meca-u-aba-ligi-virtus-se-nimalo-ne-sali

#Telegraf

It has just been about a couple of years since the world learned about the rather private Caitlin Clark’s lovely secret. However, when we look at the moments they have given us, no way has it only been two years for the two hoopers. From helping her through handling the stress of spotlight to celebrating […]The post Fact Check: Is Caitlin Clark Engaged to Connor McCaffery? appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/wnba-basketball-news-fact-check-is-caitlin-clark-engaged-to-connor-mccaffery/

Apple Watch settles class action lawsuit over bloated batteries; an explosion at Martinez Refinery yesterday resulted in a shelter in place; Musk adds additional big-name defendants to his existing lawsuit claiming numerous large brands conspired to divest X of advertising revenue.

https://sfist.com/2025/02/02/sunday-links-small-planes-drifts-off-runway-at-palo-alto-airport/

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A star player has slammed a decision against his Whites.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/sport/football/leeds-united/star-slams-leeds-united-decision-and-reveals-official-explanation-with-dismay-4971318

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The moments you might have missed as Manchester City took on Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League.

https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/embarrassing-arsenal-tactics-show-what-30919156

Before Saturday, Luka Dončić was considered untradeable. Now he's on the Lakers. It's all the more reason for the Warriors to go all-in with Steph Curry.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/02/02/kurtenbach-the-luka-doncic-trade-has-plunged-the-nba-into-chaos-the-warriors-need-to-take-advantage/

#mercurynews

Sam Konstas is in the selection mix for Australia's World Test Championship final, to be played against South Africa at Lord's in June.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/konstas-in-frame-for-world-test-championship-final-20250203-p5l90z.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Stefanos Tsitsipas has had a nightmare start to his 2025 season. He crashed out of the Australian Open in the first round after a shocking defeat (7-5, 6-3, 2-6, 6-4) to American Alex Michelsen. Having come with high hopes to Melbourne, he found himself on the wrong side of upset, making it one of his […]The post “Really Prepared Now” – Stefanos Tsitsipas Shakes Off Australian Open Disappointment as He Eyes Strong Comeback in Rotterdam appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/atp-tennis-news-australian-open-really-prepared-now-stefanos-tsitsipas-shakes-off-australian-open-disappointment-as-he-eyes-strong-comeback-in-rotterdam/

This is the heart-wrenching moment a bride given less than six months to live after losing her leg to cancer made it down the aisle to marry her partner - during one of their two weddings.

https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/watch-this/woman-who-lost-leg-to-cancer-and-given-six-months-to-live-marries-husband-4969529

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The New York Yankees this offseason have seen the lowest of lows by losing Juan Soto just by a little. But they quickly pivoted and added key pieces to their lineup, whether it’s by adding Cody Bellinger or Max Fried. However, there is still one glaring issue staring at them—the third base. The fans hoped […]The post Aaron Boone Openly Trashed by Yankees Fans for Defending $15 Million Star appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/mlb-baseball-news-aaron-boone-openly-trashed-by-yankees-fans-for-defending-million-star/

Drier air filling in behind a weak front east of Big Island is creating a crisp, cooler morning with mainly clear to partially cloudy skies. Very pleasant...

https://mauinow.com/2025/02/02/maui-weather-forecast-for-february-02-2025/

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The family of Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, both 32, have been left "devastated" after being informed that search teams had discovered two bodies in the water on Friday.

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/tributes-missing-aberdeen-sisters-left-34599916

The man, believed to be in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene after authorities arrived at around 5:39 a.m. Sunday.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/02/02/man-shot-dead-in-east-oakland-sunday-morning/

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The protest call has also been circulated among other outfits, such as the Kendriya Sarna Samiti, that have put across similar demands

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/jharkhand/jharkhand-outfit-calls-protest-for-sarna-code-on-february-28-in-national-capital/article69173516.ece

The Simpsons is the longest-running sitcom in the history of the United States and is now in its 36th season but the gap between its last episode and next is reaching unprecedented levels.

https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/the-simpsons-haitus-season-37-b2690807.html

#Independent

There was a celebration on the MSG floor when the clock hit triple zeroes and St. John’s had escaped with a victory Saturday afternoon. Inside the Johnnies locker room, though, Rick Pitino took the glass half-empty approach.

https://nypost.com/2025/02/02/sports/why-rick-pitino-was-very-disappointed-after-st-johns-win/

#Post

People aged between 10 and 80 took part; participants came from Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, says Aqua Devils Welfare Association which organised the event

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/hundreds-of-swimmers-take-part-in-krishna-river-crossing-contest/article69173666.ece

Marielle Thompson, of Whistler, B.C., defeated Germany's Daniela Maier to capture the women's event. It marked the second time in as many days the two had squared off.

https://globalnews.ca/news/10993888/ski-cross-marielle-thompson-world-cup/

#globaltvbc

The quick-footed and powerful heavyweight, Danielle Perkins is about to face one of the biggest challenges of her career. In just a few hours, she’ll step into the ring against Claressa Shields, fighting for the IBF, WBC, WBF, and WBO women’s heavyweight titles. Since making her professional debut in August 2020, the 42-year-old has remained […]The post Is Danielle Perkins Married? Diving Deep Into Her Personal Life & Family Background appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-is-danielle-perkins-married-diving-deep-into-her-personal-life-and-family-background/

Bramall Lane will hope to play host to Sheffield United’s successful Championship promotion push this season.

https://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/sheffield-united/championship-attendance-table-sheffield-uniteds-bramall-lane-average-compared-to-leeds-united-sunderland-others-4971158

#thestar

Having a successful stance in mainstream media is something the world of golf has struggled with for years. Despite its dedicated fan base and high-profile tournaments, golf has often found itself relegated to the fringes of the sports media landscape. Now, as the LPGA embarks on its 2025 season with the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament […]The post Nelly Korda & Co. to Struggle More in 2025 as LPGA Faces the ‘Missing Piece’ That Once Plagued LIV Golf appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-nelly-korda-co-to-struggle-more-in-2025-as-lpga-faces-the-missing-piece-that-once-plagued-liv-golf/

Stretching back to WWII, the history of Russian jet development is intertwined with that of the United States. Here are the fastest jets it has ever made.

https://www.slashgear.com/1772802/most-advanced-russian-fighter-jets/

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With the GRAMMY Awards just a few hours away, André 3000 shocked fans with a major announcement about the awards.The post Album of the Year Nominee Drops Out of GRAMMY Awards, Issues Statement appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/album-of-the-year-nominee-drops-out-of-grammy-awards-issues-statement/

#americansongwriter

The Indiana Fever agreed to a contract with six-time WNBA All-Star DeWanna Bonner, according to ESPN's Alexa Philippou. Bonner averaged 15.0 points on 41.5…

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10153159-report-dewanna-bonner-lands-fever-contract-in-wnba-free-agency-to-join-caitlin-clark

The Sporting News gets you set for an exciting weekend of college basketball, with a complete schedule featuring TV and live stream information.

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-basketball/news/college-basketball-games-tv-today-schedule-channels-streams-times-2/9157e2d7bac7fdc7a096d43b

Overall in 2024, Israeli privately-held tech companies raised $9.58 billion in 2024, according to IVC-LeumiTech, up 38% from 2023 when $6.9 billion was raised.

https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-1001501037#utm_source=RSS

Ant Anstead penned a public declaration of love for his girlfriend, Renee Zellweger. The ultra-private couple have been an item since 2021.

https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/811179/ant-anstead-loving-message-renee-zellweger/

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The once-in-five-year Livestock Census’ 21st edition is underway, to count the number of animals across 219 breeds of 16 species. Enumerators use a software to upload the details of livestock and the number of people engaged in rearing animals. The government claims this will help them frame better policies; the farmers want financial aid. A.M. Jigeesh travels to Haryana to track developments on ground

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/haryana/a-country-counts-its-cows-camels-and-quail/article69131826.ece

Whites captain Ethan Ampadu has given his verdict following Saturday’s 7-0 hammering of Cardiff.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/sport/football/leeds-united/ethan-ampadu-makes-unreal-leeds-united-declaration-as-whites-vacuum-is-identified-4971161

#yorkshireeveningpost

Kelsea Ballerini is thrilled to see Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' nominated in the county music categories at the upcoming GRAMMY Awards.The post Kelsea Ballerini Weighs in on Beyoncé’s “Groundbreaking” Country GRAMMY Nominations appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/kelsea-ballerini-weighs-in-on-beyonces-groundbreaking-country-grammy-nominations/

#americansongwriter

Davis, 31, is one of the most dominant defenders in the NBA. He's an elite rebounder, shot-blocker, rim protector and can guard multiple positions.

https://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/anthony_davis_can_anchor_mavericks_championship_dreams/s1_13132_41682313

#Yardbarker

Although the Northern Lakes League's alignment remains a work in progress — based on its membership's original stated aspiration of ultimately having two eight-team divisions — last week's announcement that Liberty-Benton High School will become the league's 12th member beginning in 2026-27 has allowed for a collective deep breath for all involved.

https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2025/02/02/liberty-benton-expected-to-fit-well-in-northern-lakes-league/stories/20250201092

#toledoblade

"Lurker," which screened at the Sundance Film Festival, is a stalker thriller where the celebrity target is equally disturbing.

https://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/Movies/2025/02/02/Lurker-stalker-celebrity-Sundance-review/1091738470129/

#upiasia

WWE presented the 38th annual Royal Rumble in front of over 70,000 fans at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday.

https://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2025/02/02/wwe-royal-rumble-jey-uso/6051738501698/

#upiasia

Does Khamzat Chimaev need to start worrying about reaching the fight venue rather than the actual fight? It seems likely because an old rumor was again doing the rounds recently. Chimaev had shut down talks about him not being allowed to fight on US soil ahead of his fight against Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. […]The post Chael Sonnen Gives Clarity on Khamzat Chimaev Facing Rumored Ban on Fighting in USA- appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-chael-sonnen-gives-clarity-on-khamzat-chimaev-facing-rumored-ban-on-fighting-in-usa/

Košarkaši Zenita pobedili su na gostovanju ekipu Cska rezultatom 79:66 u meču VTB ligi.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/kosarka/4048428-ovo-nismo-navikli-od-srbina-avramovic-upisao-najgoru-partiju-od-dolaska-u-cska-srusio-ga-bivsi-igrac-fmp-a

#Telegraf

Fighting in the nearly three-year war has shown no signs of easing.

https://www.thejournal.ie/kyiv-and-moscow-trade-blame-for-strike-on-school-sheltering-civilians-in-russia-6612165-Feb2025/

#thejournal

Government will make it illegal to possess, create or distribute AI tools designed to generate sexualised images of children

https://timesofmalta.com/article/uk-first-country-criminalise-ai-child-abuse-tools.1104587

Liberal leader Peter Dutton says his nuclear plan will slice power bills by 44 per cent, but new research argues it will make power more expensive.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/federal/dutton-defends-nuclear-costings-as-opponents-warn-of-power-bill-hit-20250202-p5l8wu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#watoday

Bill Belichick has seemingly joined Deion Sanders on the celebrity coach rollercoaster—a wild ride where the spotlight follows you everywhere. They try to fly under the radar, but the media’s GPS is locked on, linking everything—players, rosters, even random stuff nearby—to their names. And now, it’s gotten even weirder. A 17-year-old tennis star’s commitment to […]The post Bill Belichick Faces Unjustified Mockery as Anna Frey’s UNC Commitment Takes an Odd Turn appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-bill-belichick-faces-unjustified-mockery-as-anna-freys-unc-commitment-takes-an-odd-turn/

Here are 14 of the most angelic cats and dogs up for adoption at the RSPCA’s Wakefield and District branch in Leeds.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/people/14-angelic-cats-and-dogs-up-for-adoption-at-rspca-leeds-including-adorable-shih-tzu-with-sad-history-4969272

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