Live News of Mississippi February 20, 2024

College Football Playoff Expands To 12 Teams

The College Football Playoff (CFP) field for the upcoming season will consist of 12 teams, with five conference champions and seven at-large selections. This decision was made after university presidents overseeing the CFPRead More

South Carolina defeats Georgia to secure 43rd SEC win

In a thrilling showcase of talent and tenacity, top-ranked South Carolina extended their remarkable winning streak in the Southeastern Conference regular season to a historic 43 games. The Gamecocks overcame a challengingRead More

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Metropolitan Museum of Art commissions new musical work on Handel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is set to debut a groundbreaking musical work that sheds light on the historical context of composer George Frideric Handel's music. The commissioned piece, titled "Handel: Made in America,"Read More

Capitol Hill Battles Over Funding for Ukraine and Israel-Taiwan

The recent news conference held in Kansas City shed light on the ongoing battles and discussions surrounding funding for Ukraine and Israel-Taiwan on Capitol Hill. The focus was primarily on the National Security SupplemenRead More

Usher wows with Apple Music Halftime Show at Super Bowl

Super Bowl LVIII was a spectacle filled with music and excitement. One of the standout performances came from none other than Usher, who used his platform to transport viewers to his beloved city, Atlanta. With his...Read More

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Winter storm to bring up to a foot of snow

A fast-moving winter storm is expected to bring significant snowfall to parts of the northeastern United States this weekend. From Pennsylvania to Boston and upstate New York, residents are bracing themselves for the arrivRead More

Rare tornado hits California coast as record warmth melts snowpack

Rare Tornado Hits Central California Coast as High Winds Cause Damage A rare tornado touched down on the central California coast, causing damage and sending officials to assess the extent of the destruction. The region eRead More

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Florida Attorney General to Challenge Abortion-Rights Measure on Ballot

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is expected to petition the state Supreme Court on Wednesday to prevent an abortion-rights measure from appearing on November's ballot. Moody argues that the measure misleads voters anRead More

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South Carolina's Top Scorer and Rebounder Leaves for Olympic Qualifiers

South Carolina's top-ranked women's basketball team will be facing some challenges in their upcoming games as they will be without their star player Kamilla Cardoso. The Brazilian center will be leaving the team temporarilRead More

Auburn's Johni Broome Apologizes to Morgan Freeman in Basketball Clash

In a surprising encounter at Saturday night's NCAA basketball game between Auburn and Ole Miss, Auburn's Johni Broome found himself face-to-face with Hollywood legend Morgan Freeman. Broome, who played a pivotal role in AuRead More

Pineapple Express to drench California with floods and strong winds

Severe weather conditions are expected to impact the West Coast today as a powerful weather system known as the Pineapple Express approaches California. Satellite images indicate that this system, originating from Hawaii,Read More

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Detroit Tigers sign prospect Colt Keith to $28.6 million contract

In a surprising move, the Detroit Tigers have made an unconventional bet on a young player with no major-league experience. The team recently announced a lucrative six-year contract with 22-year-old Colt Keith, guaranteeinRead More

Tigers Sign Prospect Colt Keith to Lucrative Nine-Year Deal

The Detroit Tigers have taken a bold and unprecedented step by signing 22-year-old prospect Colt Keith to a lucrative six-year contract. Despite having no major league experience, the infielder has been guaranteed an impreRead More

Republican Legislators Attempt to Undermine Voters' Abortion Rights Initiatives

Legislative efforts in Missouri and Mississippi are raising concerns among Democrats and abortion rights advocates who argue that these measures are aimed at undermining democratic processes and taking away the voice of thRead More

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First U.S. execution using nitrogen gas raises concerns over method

Alabama Defends Use of Nitrogen Gas in Execution, Potential for Adoption by Other States Officials in Alabama are standing by their decision to execute death row inmate Kenneth Smith using nitrogen gas, a method which wasRead More

Alabama Executes Inmate Using Nitrogen Gas in Controversial First

Alabama made history yesterday with the execution of inmate Kenneth Smith using nitrogen gas, a first-of-its-kind method in the state. The prison official overseeing the execution stated that it went as expected, while witRead More

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Alabama Attorney General Advocates for Nitrogen Execution Method in Prisons

Alabama State Attorney General, Steve Marshall, addressed the media following an unprecedented execution that took place in the state. Marshall discussed the election options and expressed their readiness to proceed. He noRead More

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No. 1 South Carolina Rally Beats No. 9 LSU 76-70

In a thrilling game that showcased the resilience and tenacity of both teams, the No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks pulled off a remarkable comeback to defeat the ninth-ranked and defending national champion LSU Tigers, withRead More

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Alabama set to use controversial nitrogen gas in execution

Alabama is poised to carry out a contentious and untried form of execution tonight as convicted murderer Kenneth Eugene Smith faces death by nitrogen gas. However, Smith has filed a last-minute appeal in a bid to...Read More

Severe storms and potential for icing expected across the US

As we delve into the latest weather updates, it becomes evident that Mother Nature is not holding back when it comes to surprising us with unprecedented temperature swings and diverse weather patterns across the United StaRead More