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BYU Basketball Notebook: Jaxon Kohler Update, How BYU Will Finish Roster

BYU Basketball Notebook: Jaxon Kohler Update, How BYU Will Finish Roster

BYU’s Fall Semester is 2.5 weeks away from starting, so hopefully this will be the last of these offseason notebooks I write focusing on this coming season’s roster. BYU has two open roster spots, and all eyes are on the potential addition of Michigan State big man Jaxon Kohler to potentially fill out the roster. […]
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Michigan football enters season ranked No 16 by AP

Michigan football enters season ranked No 16 by AP

Michigan football starts the new era under Kyle Whittingham ranked No 16 in the latest AP preseason poll.
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Iowa ranked inside preseason AP Top 25 college football poll

Iowa ranked inside preseason AP Top 25 college football poll

Iowa begins the season ranked inside the AP Top 25 college football poll.
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Where Tennessee football ranks in AP Top 25 to start 2026 season

Where Tennessee football ranks in AP Top 25 to start 2026 season

Tennessee football will start the 2026 season ranked No. 20 in the AP Top 25, which was released on Aug. 17.
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Mock Draft Monday: What are the Vikings needs after preseason opener?

Mock Draft Monday: What are the Vikings needs after preseason opener?

The Vikings are rolling into 2026 with Kyler Murray as their guy, but in 2027, we are projecting them to make yet another change.
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Oklahoma Sooners inside top 10 in preseason AP Top 25

Oklahoma Sooners inside top 10 in preseason AP Top 25

The Oklahoma Sooners will face six teams ranked in the preseason AP top 25. Where did OU land?
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Oregon lines up crucial visits for blue-chip targets in November

Oregon lines up crucial visits for blue-chip targets in November

Oregon locked in a trio of important visits late in the season to wrangle three top targets in the 2028 class.
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Meta Faces 'Astronomical' Consequences in California Trial Over Alleged Harmful Design

Meta Faces 'Astronomical' Consequences in California Trial Over Alleged Harmful Design

Meta is facing a critical federal trial in Oakland, California, co-led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, concerning allegations that the company fostered addictive behavior in teens and children through the design of Facebook and Instagram. This trial involves a coalition of 29 state attorneys general, with lawyers from California, Colorado, New Jersey, and Kentucky arguing the case. The lawsuit claims Meta violated federal and state laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and various consumer protection statutes. Industry experts are likening this to the 'Big Tobacco' moment for social media, referencing the 1990s lawsuits against tobacco companies. Earlier this month, Meta lost a similar case in New Mexico, resulting in nearly $1 billion in penalties and mandated changes to its services. However, the California trial is considered to have potentially far greater consequences due to the state's significant legal influence and reach.
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President Trump Honors Hero Lifeguard Ryder Williams at the White House

President Trump Honors Hero Lifeguard Ryder Williams at the White House

President Trump honored 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams at the White House on Monday, August 17, for his heroic actions in saving a young swimmer. Williams, from Santa Cruz, California, rescued 10-year-old Nathaniel Rai from dangerous surf at Seabright State Beach on July 25. The dramatic rescue, which was captured on video, quickly gained widespread attention. During an Oval Office meeting, President Trump praised Williams, stating, "What you did was incredible and everybody saw it," and noted that Williams' actions serve as an inspiration for young Americans. The event was attended by Williams, Nathaniel Rai, and their families. The rescue occurred in challenging conditions with waves up to 10 feet tall, where Williams managed to keep Rai afloat until another lifeguard arrived to assist. Nathaniel's father, Sumit Rai, expressed profound gratitude, calling his son's survival "a miracle." This rescue was one of approximately 25 performed by Santa Cruz lifeguards that day due to massive swells along th...
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Meta Faces Federal Trial Over Youth Mental Health Crisis, Potential $1.4 Trillion in Damages

Meta Faces Federal Trial Over Youth Mental Health Crisis, Potential $1.4 Trillion in Damages

Meta is heading to a federal trial in Oakland, California, facing accusations from multiple states that its platforms, Facebook and Instagram, contribute to the youth mental health crisis. The lawsuit alleges that Meta knowingly designed features to addict children and collected data on minors under 13 without parental consent, violating federal law. Four states—California, Colorado, Kentucky, and New Jersey—are leading this initial trial, with 25 other states expected to pursue similar cases later. The potential financial damages could theoretically reach $1.4 trillion, a figure close to Meta's entire market capitalization. Meta disputes these allegations, stating its commitment to supporting young people and highlighting its efforts to implement safety tools. This trial follows two previous cases this year where Meta lost over harms to children and teens, contributing to a reported profit decline and $2.4 billion in legal expenses.
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Meta targeted children to boost Facebook and Instagram use, lawyer says as landmark trial begins

Meta targeted children to boost Facebook and Instagram use, lawyer says as landmark trial begins

By Diana Novak Jones and Jonathan Stempel Aug 18 (Reuters) - Meta Platforms intentionally sought to addict children to its Facebook and Instagram platforms, a lawyer for California said on Tuesday at the start of a trial that could reshape some of the most popular apps on the planet.
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California Lawmakers Advance Bills to Curb Addictive Social Media Features for Minors

California Lawmakers Advance Bills to Curb Addictive Social Media Features for Minors

California's State Senate Appropriations Committee has approved two bills, AB 1709 and AB 2, aimed at regulating social media use among children. AB 1709 seeks to ban social media platforms from offering addictive features, such as auto-scroll, infinite scroll, and notifications, to users under the age of 16. AB 2 would enable parents and children to pursue civil penalties and damages against platforms if a minor experiences harm due to these features. Assemblyman Josh Lowenthal, the Long Beach Democrat behind both bills, highlighted growing bipartisan concern over children's engagement with social media, noting that children spend an average of five hours daily on these platforms. The legislation does not intend to prohibit minors from using social media entirely but rather to ensure platforms offer less addictive options, such as chronological timelines without mainstream features. The proposals are now awaiting a decision from the full State Senate within the next two weeks before potentially moving to ...