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Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi joins group of imprisoned hunger strikers

TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi began a hunger strike in prison on Monday, joining other government critics striking to protest what they see as unjust incarceration. Imed Khemiri, the spokesperson for his political party, told The Associated Press on Monday that Ghannouchi’s strike intended to draw attention to the plight of Tunisia’s political prisoners and the …

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Pac-12 promotes Teresa Gould to replace George Kliavkoff as conference commissioner

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Pac-12 has promoted Teresa Gould to commissioner as the conference tries to navigate a murky future. Gould will succeed George Kliavkoff on March 1 after he was relieved of duties on Friday. She becomes the first female commissioner of an Autonomy Five conference. “Teresa’s deep knowledge of collegiate athletics and unwavering commitment to student-athletes makes …

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Gobernador de Wisconsin promulga nuevos mapas de distritos legislativos

MADISON, Wisconsin, EE.UU. (AP) — El gobernador de Wisconsin, Tony Evers, promulgó el lunes nuevos mapas de los distritos legislativos que propuso y que los republicanos que controlan la Legislatura aprobaron para evitar que la Corte Suprema estatal, controlada por los liberales, trazaran las líneas. Los demócratas celebraron la promulgación como una importante victoria política en el estado políticamente oscilante …

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Duquesne hosts Saint Louis following Parker’s 30-point game

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. Saint Louis Billikens (9-16, 2-10 A-10) at Duquesne Dukes (15-10, 5-7 A-10) Pittsburgh; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Saint Louis visits the Duquesne Dukes after Sincere Parker …

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What to stream this weekend: ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender,’ ‘Priscilla’ and Dolly Parton’s puppies

Dolly Parton hosting a two-hour puppy-filled variety special on CBS and the seventh and final season of the hospital drama, “The Good Doctor” are some of the new television, movies, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists: Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira …

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Sharks host the Golden Knights following Duclair’s 2-goal game

Vegas Golden Knights (31-17-6, second in the Pacific Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (15-34-5, eighth in the Pacific Division) San Jose, California; Monday, 4 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The San Jose Sharks host the Vegas Golden Knights after Anthony Duclair’s two-goal game against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the Sharks’ 4-3 loss. San Jose is 6-10-2 against the Pacific Division …

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Maryland-Eastern Shore hosts Coppin State following Ellis’ 22-point performance

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. Coppin State Eagles (2-20, 1-7 MEAC) at Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks (7-15, 2-6 MEAC) Princess Anne, Maryland; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Maryland-Eastern Shore plays the Coppin State …

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Northern Iowa hosts Bradley after Hannah’s 21-point game

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. Bradley Braves (18-8, 10-5 MVC) at Northern Iowa Panthers (14-12, 8-7 MVC) Cedar Falls, Iowa; Sunday, 2 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Braves -2.5; over/under is 140.5 BOTTOM …

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2024 Minnesota Girls’ High School Hockey State Tournament

2024 Minnesota Girls State Hockey Tournament CLASS 2A At Xcel Energy Center, St. Paul Thursday, Feb. 22 Quarterfinal Hill-Murray (23-3-1) vs. Roseau (18-10), 11 a.m. Andover (21-4-3) vs. Rosemount (14-9-5), 1 p.m. Minnetonka (24-2-1) vs. Maple Grove (19-7-1), 6 p.m. Edina (20-6-1) vs. Northfield (27-1), 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23 At TRIA Rink Consolation Semifinal Hill-Murray/Roseau loser vs. Andover/Rosemount loser, …

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