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When my original Nintendo console came home with me from the grocery store in the late 80s, I was on cloud nine. Mario Bros, Duck Hunt, and the possibility of new games and memories made with family and friends. I quickly learned that when the system was not functioning correctly after extended use, the best thing to do was power off, blow on the teeth of the game cartridge, and somehow that made things better for a while. Sure, it took a bit of time to power up, and you had better save your progress—but at least the game felt balanced again, and the controller would respond. That is what the Dallas Mavericks did on Wednesday. In another reference from that bygone era, they shook the Etch A Sketch. Sure, they sent out more talent than they received back. That is the price of the reset button on this particular gaming console of Naismith’s game. Peruse social media, and you might hear some folks complain that owners will do anything to avoid a high payroll. While that is sometimes the motivating factor in trades, there is more to it than sheer frugality. The current collective bargaining agreement forced the Mavericks’

February 5, 2026 - 10:11 PM AUSTIN – Texas forward Madison Booker paced the fourth-ranked Longhorns offensively with 18 points en route to a 77-64 victory over the fifth-ranked LSU women’s basketball squad inside the Moody Center on Thursday night. With the loss, LSU fell in its first game since January 4, dropping its record to 21-3 overall and 7-3 in Southeastern Conference play. With the victory, Texas improved its record to 22-2 overall and 7-2 in league play. LSU returns to action Sunday at Auburn in Neville Arena as the Tigers battle at 1 p.m. CT on SEC Network with Tiffany Greene (pxp) and Carolyn Peck (analyst) on the call. Fans can listen into the LSU Sports Radio Network with Patrick Wright and Shaeeta Williams calling the action. Junior guard Mikaylah Williams led the LSU scoring attack with 20 points in addition to her two rebounds and one assist. She went 7-of-11 from the field, knocked down three threes, and converted on 3-of-5 free throw attempts. At the first media timeout, Texas held the 10-8 lead through the opening five minutes of the quarter. LSU opened the scoring right away with a layup from freshman Grace Knox on the

Students walk past the Alkek Library at Texas State University on Sept. 2, 2025, in San Marcos. Eli Hartman for The Texas Tribune Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy, and give us feedback. A Texas State University lecturer is no longer teaching at the university after a doctor publicly shared an expletive-filled Facebook message in which an account with his name and picture told her he hoped she would be deported. The doctor said she received the message via Facebook Messenger and posted screenshots publicly earlier this week, drawing widespread attention online. Texas State University confirmed on Thursday that the lecturer, Bret Bryon, is no longer teaching at the university as of Wednesday, but declined to say whether his departure was related, stating it does not discuss personnel matters. Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the CEO and founder of the Institute for Advanced Breast Reconstruction, first shared the screenshots Tuesday evening on Facebook and reposted them Wednesday,  » Read More

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office arrested a third person for selling fake temporary tags in Kentucky. Terrance Whitehead, 31, is accused of illegally selling the fake registration plates in west Louisville through Facebook Marketplace. Whitehead was arrested Tuesday after undercover detectives with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office pretended to be interested in buying the temporary tags. The sheriff's office said when officers moved in, Whitehead fled on foot but was quickly arrested. Through their investigation, detectives determined one of the tags was fraudulent, and the second was a duplicate of a legitimate temporary tag.  Whitehead allegedly told police the tags "came from an uncle who worked at a dealership," but investigators said that claim "does not align with the evidence uncovered." He was charged with stealing, producing, copying or illegally acquiring a temporary vehicle tag, fleeing or evading police and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Whitehead also faces charges in a similar case earlier this year involving 25 temporary tags. He pleaded not guilty in both cases and is due back in court next week.  » Read More

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the creator economy, Vimeo has initiated its third wave of layoffs, affecting a significant portion of its global workforce. This latest round, announced on January 20, 2026, comes just months after the platform's $1.38 billion acquisition by Italian tech firm Bending Spoons, confirming long-held fears about the company's aggressive restructuring strategy. As Bending Spoons shifts Vimeo's focus toward enterprise solutions, the platform's roots in supporting independent filmmakers and artists appear to be fading, marking the transformation of a once-vibrant creative hub into a streamlined corporate entity. The Acquisition: A Billion-Dollar Deal with a Profit-First Mindset Bending Spoons acquired Vimeo in an all-cash deal valued at $1.38 billion in September 2025, representing the Milan-based firm's largest purchase to date. The acquisition offered Vimeo shareholders $7.85 per share, a 63% premium over recent trading prices, and valued the company at 3.3 times its annual revenue and 40 times its profit. Bending Spoons, known as a "software surgeon," has a history of snapping up underperforming tech companies like Evernote, Meetup, StreamYard, and WeTransfer, then optimizing them for maximum profitability through cost reductions and operational overhauls. The firm's playbook is clear: Target businesses with strong underlying

The 15th annual NFL Honors program took place at Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. Actor Jon Hamm hosted the proceedings three days before the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks were set to play Super Bowl LX. Here's a look at all of the award winners, finalists, voting results and Twitter reaction. AP Most Valuable Player Winner: Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford Finalists: Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen, Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence New England Patriots QB Drake Maye, San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Winner: Washington Commanders LB Bobby Wagner Finalists: List here via Pro Football Hall of Fame Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Modern-Era Players: WR Larry Fitzgerald, LB Luke Kuechly, K Adam Vinatieri, QB Drew Brees Senior Player: RB Roger Craig AP Offensive Player of the Year Winner: Seattle Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba Finalists: New England Patriots QB Drake Maye, San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey, Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua, Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson AP Defensive Player of the Year Winner: Cleveland Browns DE Myles Garrett Finalists: Green Bay Packers DE Micah Parsons, Denver Broncos LB Nik Bonitto, Detroit Lions DE

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Without question, when addressing job seekers or people navigating career transition about the virtues of LinkedIn visibility and positioning, someone will ask about the green banner that reads, “Open to Work.” Is it a good idea to add it to your profile photo? Does it help you get found and seen by recruiters? Does it scream of desperation? Many of us who teach about using LinkedIn have differing opinions on the banner, which was introduced by LinkedIn during the COVID pandemic to aid job seekers. Personally, I am not a fan. To me, the banner should not be needed to get a recruiter’s attention, might limit your networking possibilities (if those you seek to connect with worry that you’ll hit them up for leads and a job), and can feel distracting. My reasoning is this: Your personal brand and value proposition should be prominently displayed on and throughout LinkedIn. From your profile photo, About section and how you describe your experience and skills, to your network and the content you share, I should get a clear idea of who you are, what you can offer, and what you’re looking for. I should believe that what you say is true, that