tampastar.com latest rss headlines Provides the latest rss feeds for tampastar.com. For more headlines on Breaking, National, Business, Finance, Sports and World News, visit our home page tampastar.com http://www.tampastar.com en-us Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:03:15 +1100 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:03:15 +1100 3600 <![CDATA[Familiar foes LSU, North Texas meet again in NIT]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178964/familiar-foes-lsu-north-texas-meet-again-in-nit 274178964 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 22:19:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178964/familiar-foes-lsu-north-texas-meet-again-in-nit <![CDATA[Panthers D Dmitry Kulikov banned two games for check to head]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178925/panthers-d-dmitry-kulikov-banned-two-games-for-check-to-head 274178925 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 22:05:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178925/panthers-d-dmitry-kulikov-banned-two-games-for-check-to-head <![CDATA[Spring training roundup: Dane Myers hits walk-off HR for Marlins]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178913/spring-training-roundup-dane-myers-hits-walk-off-hr-for-marlins 274178913 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:55:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178913/spring-training-roundup-dane-myers-hits-walk-off-hr-for-marlins <![CDATA[No. 10 seeds Virginia, Colorado State dial in for First Four]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178839/no-10-seeds-virginia-colorado-state-dial-in-for-first-four 274178839 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:40:12 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178839/no-10-seeds-virginia-colorado-state-dial-in-for-first-four <![CDATA[Triple Take: Wide receivers]]> The "Triple Take" continues its look at the 2024 NFL Draft with a breakdown of the wide receivers. The Steelers Radio Network trio of Matt Williamson, Dale Lolley and Mike Prisuta give their takes on the top prospects at the position.

The opinions of these Steelers Radio Network personalities do not reflect the views of the Steelers organization.

Stay up-to-date with Steelers draft news by downloading the S]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178759/triple-take-wide-receivers 274178759 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:30:10 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178759/triple-take-wide-receivers <![CDATA[Triple Take: Defensive Tackles]]> The "Triple Take" continues its look at the 2024 NFL Draft with a breakdown of the defensive tackles. The Steelers Radio Network trio of Matt Williamson, Dale Lolley and Mike Prisuta give their takes on the top prospects at the position.

The opinions of these Steelers Radio Network personalities do not reflect the views of the Steelers organization.

Stay up-to-date with Steelers draft news by downloading th]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178758/triple-take-defensive-tackles 274178758 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:30:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178758/triple-take-defensive-tackles <![CDATA[Saints Mock Draft Monday 3/18/2024]]> Check out the latest New Orleans Saints mock drafts from various NFL experts ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. New Orleans Saints

Keep track of the latest NFL mock drafts to find out which prospects the experts think the New Orleans Saints will pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Part of the Saints Path to the Draft presented by Cox.

CBS Sports Chris Trapasso Saints Mock Draft Monday 3/11/2024 Saints ]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178703/saints-mock-draft-monday-3182024 274178703 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:11:05 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178703/saints-mock-draft-monday-3182024 <![CDATA[2024 Mock Draft Report 2.0]]> CHARLOTTE - With last week's trade that sent pass-rusher Brian Burns to the New York Giants for two draft picks, including this year's second-rounder (39th overall), the Panthers suddenly have more options.

So it's worth taking a look to see who the mock drafters are thinking might be in the neighborhood.

Some of these mock drafts were all from a time when the Giants owned the 39th pick, so their positional]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178674/2024-mock-draft-report-20 274178674 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:44:03 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178674/2024-mock-draft-report-20 <![CDATA[Steelers Aren't Done After Trading for Justin Fields]]> Ryan Mink

The first week of free agency is in the books and no team has shaken things up more than the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Here's a look at what's happened around the division so far:

Pittsburgh Steelers: Not Done After Trading for Justin Fields

The Steelers have completely remade their quarterback room. After signing Russell Wilson, Pittsburgh traded 2022 first-round pick Ken]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178632/steelers-arent-done-after-trading-for-justin-fields 274178632 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:25:04 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178632/steelers-arent-done-after-trading-for-justin-fields <![CDATA[Swiatek and Alcaraz claim the spoils at Indian Wells]]> Iga Swiatek cemented her place at the top of the women's tennis rankings and Carlos Alcaraz installed himself as heir apparent to Novak Djokovic following victories in the finals at the Indian Wells tournament in the United States on Sunday.

Swiatek's win over the ninth seed Maria Sakkari furnished her with her second title in California as well as 1000 points to push her lead over Aryna Sabalenka to more than 25]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178627/swiatek-and-alcaraz-claim-the-spoils-at-indian-wells 274178627 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:16:10 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178627/swiatek-and-alcaraz-claim-the-spoils-at-indian-wells <![CDATA[Meet the Prospect: Darius Robinson]]> Tim Twentyman

Name: Darius Robinson

Position: Defensive lineman

School: Missouri

Ht/Wt: 6-5, 285

40-yard dash: 4.95 seconds

Bench: 21 reps

Vertical: 35 inches

Broad: 9-feet-3-inches

3-cone: Did not run

http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178104/meet-the-prospect-darius-robinson 274178104 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:25:04 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274178104/meet-the-prospect-darius-robinson <![CDATA[Updates: Igbinoghene latest to join Commanders]]> DallasCowboys.com

Don't miss any of the action with our daily updates: news, notes and more throughout the Cowboys' regular season. Presented by Blockchain.com

March 17 Updates Noah Igbinoghene

#19 CB

Height: 5-11 Weight: 197 lbs College: Auburn

9:30 am- The exodus of Dallas Cowboys players heading to the Washington Commanders to reunite with Dan Quinn wa]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274177238/updates-igbinoghene-latest-to-join-commanders 274177238 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:24:03 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274177238/updates-igbinoghene-latest-to-join-commanders <![CDATA[Putin wins landslide reelection in predetermined vote]]> Russian President Vladimir Putin basked in a victory early Monday that was never in doubt, as partial election results showed him easily securing a fifth term after facing only token challengers and harshly suppressing opposition voices.

With little margin for protest, Russians crowded outside http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175556/putin-wins-landslide-reelection-in-predetermined-vote 274175556 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:08:08 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175556/putin-wins-landslide-reelection-in-predetermined-vote <![CDATA[NCAA Tournament: Breaking down the West Region]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175227/ncaa-tournament-breaking-down-the-west-region 274175227 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:19:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175227/ncaa-tournament-breaking-down-the-west-region <![CDATA[NCAA Tournament: Breaking down the East Region]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175124/ncaa-tournament-breaking-down-the-east-region 274175124 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 02:55:13 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175124/ncaa-tournament-breaking-down-the-east-region <![CDATA[NCAA Tournament schedule: First-round tip-off times, TV listing]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175108/ncaa-tournament-schedule-first-round-tip-off-times-tv-listing 274175108 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 02:19:12 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175108/ncaa-tournament-schedule-first-round-tip-off-times-tv-listing <![CDATA[NCAA Tournament: Breaking down the South Region]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175050/ncaa-tournament-breaking-down-the-south-region 274175050 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:40:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274175050/ncaa-tournament-breaking-down-the-south-region <![CDATA[Conference finals roundup: Yale rallies to stun Brown in Ivy final]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274174977/conference-finals-roundup-yale-rallies-to-stun-brown-in-ivy-final 274174977 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 23:05:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274174977/conference-finals-roundup-yale-rallies-to-stun-brown-in-ivy-final <![CDATA[Spring training roundup: Red Sox use 9-run first to bully Yankees]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274174936/spring-training-roundup-red-sox-use-9-run-first-to-bully-yankees 274174936 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 22:19:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274174936/spring-training-roundup-red-sox-use-9-run-first-to-bully-yankees <![CDATA[Challenges for disabled siblings needing foster care]]> Highlighting children with disabilities in the adoption process

As siblings in foster care, the fear of being separated is daunting. But thanks to a loving family in Jacksonville, Fla., for two brothers in Ohio, that bond remains unbroken.

Despite Dalton's cerebral palsy and numerous medical challenges, brother
http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173718/avalanche-feeling-good-going-into-critical-road-game-with-oilers 274173718 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:45:22 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173718/avalanche-feeling-good-going-into-critical-road-game-with-oilers <![CDATA[Florida tops 100 in rout of No. 19 Alabama]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173658/florida-tops-100-in-rout-of-no-19-alabama 274173658 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:42:57 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173658/florida-tops-100-in-rout-of-no-19-alabama <![CDATA[Wade Taylor IV, Texas AM knock off No. 9 Kentucky]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173620/wade-taylor-iv-texas-am-knock-off-no-9-kentucky 274173620 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:41:11 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173620/wade-taylor-iv-texas-am-knock-off-no-9-kentucky <![CDATA[Spring training roundup: Tigers top Jays in slugfest]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173594/spring-training-roundup-tigers-top-jays-in-slugfest 274173594 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:40:13 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274173594/spring-training-roundup-tigers-top-jays-in-slugfest <![CDATA[US labor board rule making unionization easier blocked by Texas judge]]> AUSTIN, Texas: A federal judge in Texas has blocked a new rule by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that would have helped millions of workers at major companies to form unions.

The rule, which was due to go into effect this week, would have set new standards for determining when two companies should be considered "joint employers" in labor negotiations.

Under the current NLRB rule, passed in 2020]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170526/us-labor-board-rule-making-unionization-easier-blocked-by-texas-judge 274170526 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 15:59:04 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170526/us-labor-board-rule-making-unionization-easier-blocked-by-texas-judge <![CDATA[NFC NORTH: Recapping the first few days of free agency]]> Tim Twentyman

The first week of free agency is in the books and it was a very busy week for the four teams in the NFC North.

Here's a look at how rosters have changed throughout the division through the first wave of free agency:

DETROIT

2023 record: 12-5 (division champs)

Top re-signings: G Graham Glasgow, LB Jalen Reeves-Maybin, CB Emma]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170487/nfc-north-recapping-the-first-few-days-of-free-agency 274170487 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 14:25:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170487/nfc-north-recapping-the-first-few-days-of-free-agency <![CDATA[Patriots Announce Four Signings]]> The Patriots announced today that they have signed QB Jacoby Brissett as an unrestricted free agent from the Washington Commanders, re-signed LB Anfernee Jennings, G Nick Leverett as a free agent and DT Armon Watts as an unrestricted free agent from the Pittsburgh Steelers. New England Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - The New England Patriots announced today that they have signed QB Jacoby Brissett]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170150/patriots-announce-four-signings 274170150 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 09:34:08 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170150/patriots-announce-four-signings <![CDATA[African nation has $2bn debt canceled]]> The so-called Paris Club has agreed to write off sums owed by Somalia

The Paris Club group of creditors, which includes Russia, the US, and a number of other leading global economies, has agreed to cancel $2 billion in debt owed by Somalia, it was announced on Wednesday.  

The group will write off 99% of t]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170062/african-nation-has-2bn-debt-canceled 274170062 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:40:17 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170062/african-nation-has-2bn-debt-canceled <![CDATA[Position Breakdowns: Defensive Line]]> John Harris

The Texans defensive line has gone through a significant transformation the past two years and DeMeco Ryans reminded everyone in his final press conference after the loss to Baltimore that there was more work to be done.

Well, in the first week of free agency, the Texans went to work in a major way. How did it change the makeup of the defensive line? Let's break it all down and look at what the]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170054/position-breakdowns-defensive-line 274170054 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:02:14 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274170054/position-breakdowns-defensive-line <![CDATA[Alabama AD: Nate Oats has signed new contract extension]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169763/alabama-ad-nate-oats-has-signed-new-contract-extension 274169763 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:42:10 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169763/alabama-ad-nate-oats-has-signed-new-contract-extension <![CDATA[Former Vice President Mike Pence Says He's Not Endorsing Trump]]> new york - Former Vice President Mike Pence says he will not be backing Donald Trump in the 2024 election.

'It should come as no surprise that I will not be endorsing Donald Trump this year,' Pence said Friday in an interview with Fox News, weighing in for the first time since the former president became the presumptive GOP nominee. Pence ran against Trump for their party's nomination but dropped his bid before v]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169721/former-vice-president-mike-pence-says-he-not-endorsing-trump 274169721 Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:05:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169721/former-vice-president-mike-pence-says-he-not-endorsing-trump <![CDATA[Road-warrior Maple Leafs host hot Hurricanes]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169622/road-warrior-maple-leafs-host-hot-hurricanes 274169622 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 22:56:01 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169622/road-warrior-maple-leafs-host-hot-hurricanes <![CDATA[Confident Bruins host inconsistent Flyers]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169556/confident-bruins-host-inconsistent-flyers 274169556 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 22:01:28 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169556/confident-bruins-host-inconsistent-flyers <![CDATA[Panthers out to continue success over rival Lightning]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169373/panthers-out-to-continue-success-over-rival-lightning 274169373 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 20:55:39 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169373/panthers-out-to-continue-success-over-rival-lightning <![CDATA[7 things to see & do in Vyborg (PHOTO)]]> Vyborg is one of the few Russian cities with an international history. From 1293 to 1710, it was Swedish. During the Great Northern War (1700-1721), it became part of the Russian Empire. After the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution and up until 1940, it was a part of independent Finland and, in 1944, it became Soviet.

Vyborg's main sights keep traces of the long-standing presence of Finns, who were the main population of]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169834/7-things-to-see--do-in-vyborg-photo 274169834 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 20:45:00 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274169834/7-things-to-see--do-in-vyborg-photo <![CDATA[Rangers, Penguins pushing for every possible point]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274168271/rangers-penguins-pushing-for-every-possible-point 274168271 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:40:18 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274168271/rangers-penguins-pushing-for-every-possible-point <![CDATA[Russian teen worked for Ukrainian scammers police]]> A tech-savvy 16-year-old was arrested for allegedly helping foreign criminals defraud his fellow citizens

Russian law enforcement has caught a teenager in St. Petersburg who was allegedly part of a Ukraine-based cold calling scam, officials reported on Thursday.

The racketeers operated several call centers which would swindle victims out of money, an Interior Ministry statement said. The 16]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274166843/russian-teen-worked-for-ukrainian-scammers-police 274166843 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:13:26 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274166843/russian-teen-worked-for-ukrainian-scammers-police <![CDATA[Rays bring back RHP Jake Odorizzi on minor league deal]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274166499/rays-bring-back-rhp-jake-odorizzi-on-minor-league-deal 274166499 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:05:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274166499/rays-bring-back-rhp-jake-odorizzi-on-minor-league-deal <![CDATA[Blue Jays C Danny Jansen (wrist fracture) out 2 weeks]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165707/blue-jays-c-danny-jansen-wrist-fracture-out-2-weeks 274165707 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:19:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165707/blue-jays-c-danny-jansen-wrist-fracture-out-2-weeks <![CDATA[Six Things to Know About New Jets OL 'Big John' Simpson]]> He Overcame Difficult Upbringing Through Strength, Hard Work, Personality: 'He Was a Teammate for Everybody' Randy Lange

Several forces have been at work shaping newly signed Jets guard John Simpson into the player and person he has become. Here are five things we didn't know about Simpson, who has signed on for his fifth NFL season and his first making a home for himself on the Green & White offensiv]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165691/six-things-to-know-about-new-jets-ol-big-john-simpson 274165691 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:56:10 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165691/six-things-to-know-about-new-jets-ol-big-john-simpson <![CDATA[Refocused No. 19 Alabama draws Florida in SEC quarterfinals]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165368/refocused-no-19-alabama-draws-florida-in-sec-quarterfinals 274165368 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:19:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165368/refocused-no-19-alabama-draws-florida-in-sec-quarterfinals <![CDATA[Ravens Re-Sign Quarterback Josh Johnson]]> Ryan Mink

Josh Johnson is coming back for another run as the Ravens' backup quarterback.

Johnson signed a one-year deal with Baltimore on Thursday, the second day of open free agency.

Johnson, who will turn 38 in May, spent last season in Baltimore but didn't see any action. He served as the emergency No. 3 quarterback behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, who is currently a free agent.

Johns]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165305/ravens-re-sign-quarterback-josh-johnson 274165305 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:25:23 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165305/ravens-re-sign-quarterback-josh-johnson <![CDATA[Five Takeaways From Derrick Henry's Introductory Press Conference]]> Ryan Mink

Derrick Henry arrived at the Under Amour Performance Center in a purple suit, dressed to impress.

After eight seasons with the Tennessee Titans, Henry was clearly excited for his next chapter in Baltimore.

Here are the top takeaways from his introductory press conference:

Becoming a Raven felt like destiny.

Baltimore didn't draft the Heisman Trophy-winning Alaba]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165301/five-takeaways-from-derrick-henry-introductory-press-conference 274165301 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:25:15 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165301/five-takeaways-from-derrick-henry-introductory-press-conference <![CDATA[Tapeworm larvae found in man's brain - how did they get there?]]> We have all found ourselves in a place we would rather not be, a school reunion, the never-ending work meeting or a distant relative's wedding reception. In such situations, it is often a good option to make the best of it. Well, this isn't just the case for people, it is also an occurrence in the world of parasites - those lifeforms that live in and on us. This was the case for Taenia solium, or pig tapeworm ]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274167780/tapeworm-larvae-found-in-man-brain---how-did-they-get-there 274167780 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:45:03 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274167780/tapeworm-larvae-found-in-man-brain---how-did-they-get-there <![CDATA[Pitt, looking to get off the bubble, takes on No. 4 North Carolina]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165266/pitt-looking-to-get-off-the-bubble-takes-on-no-4-north-carolina 274165266 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:40:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165266/pitt-looking-to-get-off-the-bubble-takes-on-no-4-north-carolina <![CDATA[Raiders sign TE Harrison Bryant]]> Raiders Public Relations

HENDERSON, Nev. - The Las Vegas Raiders have signed unrestricted free agent TE Harrison Bryant, the club announced Thursday.

Bryant, a 6-5, 230-pound tight end joins the Silver and Black after spending the last four seasons (2020-23) with the Browns. He has played in 65 career games (30 starts), totaling 89 receptions for 791 yards (8.9 avg.) and 1]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165232/raiders-sign-te-harrison-bryant 274165232 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:05:12 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165232/raiders-sign-te-harrison-bryant <![CDATA[The man who prevailed, Diontae Johnson, arrives in Carolina]]> Kassidy Hill

CHARLOTTE- Diontae Johnson went a long time without winning. For two straight years in high school, his team won only one game, and Johnson wondered if his decision to stay would ever pay off.

Lennard High School, in Ruskin, Fla., isn't big. The town sits on the inland side of Tampa Bay, tucked away from Tampa, St. Petersburg, and the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. It was a sparsely]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165215/the-man-who-prevailed-diontae-johnson-arrives-in-carolina 274165215 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:44:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165215/the-man-who-prevailed-diontae-johnson-arrives-in-carolina <![CDATA[5 Things to Know About Vikings New OLB Jonathan Greenard]]> Lindsey Young

EAGAN, Minn. - The Vikings agreed to terms Wednesday on a multiyear deal to bring outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard to Minnesota.

Greenard is joining the Vikings as a free agent after spending his first four pro seasons with the Texans.

Last season, he started all 15 games he played and racked up a career-high 12.5 sacks and 15 tackles for loss. He also recorded 52 t]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165210/5-things-to-know-about-vikings-new-olb-jonathan-greenard 274165210 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:37:20 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165210/5-things-to-know-about-vikings-new-olb-jonathan-greenard <![CDATA[Eagles agree to terms with C.J. Gardner-Johnson on a 3-year contract]]> Chris McPherson

It was February 8, 2023, inside the ballroom at the Eagles' team hotel in Phoenix, just days before Super Bowl LVII.

C.J. Gardner-Johnson was sitting at a roundtable, explaining why he had camera equipment to capture all of the week's experiences. He understood that moments like these are few and far between and that this was something he was going to show his children when they were older.]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165083/eagles-agree-to-terms-with-cj-gardner-johnson-on-a-3-year-contract 274165083 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:12:25 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165083/eagles-agree-to-terms-with-cj-gardner-johnson-on-a-3-year-contract <![CDATA[Top 25 roundup: Friars topple No. 8 Creighton in Big East tourney]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165079/top-25-roundup-friars-topple-no-8-creighton-in-big-east-tourney 274165079 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:05:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165079/top-25-roundup-friars-topple-no-8-creighton-in-big-east-tourney <![CDATA[NHL roundup: Brayden Point's 6 points lead Lightning past Rangers]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165035/nhl-roundup-brayden-point-6-points-lead-lightning-past-rangers 274165035 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:25:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165035/nhl-roundup-brayden-point-6-points-lead-lightning-past-rangers <![CDATA[Where Are They Now Jack Youngblood]]> Shannon Elliott

Jack Youngblood played defensive end for the Los Angeles Rams from 1971-1984 after playing college football at the University of Florida. With the 19th overall pick in the 1971 NFL Draft, Youngblood would go on to play his entire NFL career with the Rams. He achieved numerous accomplishments from appearing in seven Pro Bowls, competing in a Super Bowl and, ultimately, to his induction into the Pr]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165032/where-are-they-now-jack-youngblood 274165032 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:24:14 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165032/where-are-they-now-jack-youngblood <![CDATA[Inbox: The hope is it'll be open for an extended time]]> In the right environment, youth can win in this league Mike Spofford

Jeff from Janesville, WI

We're getting new.

Indeed.

Thomas from Madison, WI

There's always been a focus on the character and the type of players that the Packers like to build around. Basically, they want positive, focused, good-hearted dudes like Aaron Jones. I understand the NFL is a business, but is ]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165026/inbox-the-hope-is-itll-be-open-for-an-extended-time 274165026 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:12:18 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165026/inbox-the-hope-is-itll-be-open-for-an-extended-time <![CDATA[Jaguars Give a Warm Welcome to Five New Additions]]> Jaguars News | Jacksonville Jaguars - jaguars.com John Oehser

JACKSONVILLE - This was a good and happy day, and not just for Gabe Davis

But it was perhaps a particularly good day for the veteran wide receiver, which became clear quickly when he met with Jacksonville media for the first time Thursday.

Davis described his emotions joining the Jaguars - and it was indeed an emotional da]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165018/jaguars-give-a-warm-welcome-to-five-new-additions 274165018 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:06:13 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274165018/jaguars-give-a-warm-welcome-to-five-new-additions <![CDATA[Walter Clayton Jr. scores 22 to help Florida edge Georgia]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164937/walter-clayton-jr-scores-22-to-help-florida-edge-georgia 274164937 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:05:12 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164937/walter-clayton-jr-scores-22-to-help-florida-edge-georgia <![CDATA[Reports: Eagles adding former Bucs All-Pro LB Devin White]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164873/reports-eagles-adding-former-bucs-all-pro-lb-devin-white 274164873 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 03:05:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164873/reports-eagles-adding-former-bucs-all-pro-lb-devin-white <![CDATA[Brayden Point's 6-point night carries Lightning past Rangers]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164858/brayden-point-6-point-night-carries-lightning-past-rangers 274164858 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:40:17 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164858/brayden-point-6-point-night-carries-lightning-past-rangers <![CDATA[Frederik Andersen stops 21 shots as Hurricanes blank Panthers]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164838/frederik-andersen-stops-21-shots-as-hurricanes-blank-panthers 274164838 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:05:30 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164838/frederik-andersen-stops-21-shots-as-hurricanes-blank-panthers <![CDATA[Reports: Florida coach Todd Golden extended through 2029-30 season]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164710/reports-florida-coach-todd-golden-extended-through-2029-30-season 274164710 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 22:40:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164710/reports-florida-coach-todd-golden-extended-through-2029-30-season <![CDATA[Pitt puts Wake Forest away, takes on UNC in ACC quarters]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164607/pitt-puts-wake-forest-away-takes-on-unc-in-acc-quarters 274164607 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 21:19:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164607/pitt-puts-wake-forest-away-takes-on-unc-in-acc-quarters <![CDATA[Spring training roundup: Casey Mize, Tigers cruise past Yanks 7-0]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164553/spring-training-roundup-casey-mize-tigers-cruise-past-yanks-7-0 274164553 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 20:55:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164553/spring-training-roundup-casey-mize-tigers-cruise-past-yanks-7-0 <![CDATA[Steelers acquire Jackson in trade with Panthers]]> Teresa Varley

The Steelers acquired cornerback Donte Jackson and a 2024 sixth-round pick, the 178th overall, from the Carolina Panthers in exchange for receiver Diontae Johnson and a 2024 seventh-round pick, the 240th overall.

Jackson, who will be entering his seventh season, was selected by the Panthers in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the 55th overall pick.

"It's a little bit surreal now,]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164430/steelers-acquire-jackson-in-trade-with-panthers 274164430 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:30:12 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164430/steelers-acquire-jackson-in-trade-with-panthers <![CDATA[2024 NFL Draft order for all seven rounds]]> Full list of the draft picks each team holds in the 2024 NFL Draft, No. 1 through No. 257.

This is a round-by-round list of every pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, No. 1 through No. 257. But first, a few details about this year's event:

When is the 2024 NFL Draft?

The draft will be held from Thursday, April 25 to Saturday, April 27.

Where will this year's draft be held?

The 2024 NFL Draft will]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164408/2024-nfl-draft-order-for-all-seven-rounds 274164408 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:11:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164408/2024-nfl-draft-order-for-all-seven-rounds <![CDATA[No. 4 North Carolina blasts Florida State in ACC quarterfinals]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164364/no-4-north-carolina-blasts-florida-state-in-acc-quarterfinals 274164364 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:40:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164364/no-4-north-carolina-blasts-florida-state-in-acc-quarterfinals <![CDATA[Ravens Re-Signing Quarterback Josh Johnson]]> Ryan Mink

Josh Johnson is reportedly coming back for another run as the Ravens' backup quarterback.

Johnson has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Ravens, per The Athletic's Jeff Zrebiec.

Johnson, who will turn 38 in May, spent last season in Baltimore but didn't see any action. He served as the emergency No. 3 quarterback behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, who is currently a free agent]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164353/ravens-re-signing-quarterback-josh-johnson 274164353 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:25:13 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164353/ravens-re-signing-quarterback-josh-johnson <![CDATA[Russia starts construction of first high-speed railway]]> MOSCOW, March 14(Xinhua) -- Russia started Thursday to build its first high-speed railway with a designed speed over 250 kilometers per hour, linking Moscow and St. Petersburg.

"The rail line will go over the territory of six regions of the Federation, where about 30 million people are living. This is about 20% of the total population of Russia," Russian President Vladimir Putin said via a video for the groundbr]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164350/russia-starts-construction-of-first-high-speed-railway 274164350 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:20:05 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164350/russia-starts-construction-of-first-high-speed-railway <![CDATA[Florida looks to regain footing in encounter vs. Georgia]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164001/florida-looks-to-regain-footing-in-encounter-vs-georgia 274164001 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:05:18 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274164001/florida-looks-to-regain-footing-in-encounter-vs-georgia <![CDATA[Lions getting a 'lockdown corner' in Carlton Davis III]]> Tim Twentyman

Lions general manager Brad Holmes has made bolstering Detroit's secondary a priority this offseason, especially at cornerback, and it started by landing a key player via trade.

Holmes traded the lower of Detroit's two third-round picks in this year's NFL Draft to Tampa Bay to acquire veteran cornerback Carlton Davis III. Detroit also received a sixth-round pick in this year's draft and a sixt]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156692/lions-getting-a-lockdown-corner-in-carlton-davis-iii 274156692 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:25:08 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156692/lions-getting-a-lockdown-corner-in-carlton-davis-iii <![CDATA[Re-signing in Detroit was a priority for versatile OL Graham Glasgow]]> Tim Twentyman

In his third trip through free agency, family and fit meant more to veteran guard Graham Glasgow than anything else.

"I talked to my agent the night before the tampering period went about and you can always see that there's some interest from other teams even if you're not talking about money," Glasgow said Wednesday. "He told me kind of what they offered, and I said I didn't even really want]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156691/re-signing-in-detroit-was-a-priority-for-versatile-ol-graham-glasgow 274156691 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:25:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156691/re-signing-in-detroit-was-a-priority-for-versatile-ol-graham-glasgow <![CDATA[No. 4 UNC begins quest for postseason glory]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156615/no-4-unc-begins-quest-for-postseason-glory 274156615 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:05:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156615/no-4-unc-begins-quest-for-postseason-glory <![CDATA[Which Available Free Agents Fit Jets' Needs]]> Tyron Smith, David Bakhtiari Part of Free Agent Class at Tackle; Calvin Ridley, Odell Beckham Jr. at Wide Receiver Ethan Greenberg

The NFL's new league year began Wednesday at 4 EDT, which means teams can execute contracts and trades can be processed.

Jets General manager Joe Douglas has already re-signed some of his own players including S Chuck Clark and TE Kenny Yeboah. The team has reportedly agreed t]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156598/which-available-free-agents-fit-jets-needs 274156598 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:56:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156598/which-available-free-agents-fit-jets-needs <![CDATA[Messi suffers injury as Inter Miami reach Champions Cup quarters]]> WASHINGTON, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Lionel Messi could miss Inter Miami's away Major League Soccer clash against D.C. United on Saturday because of a hamstring tear.

Messi scored and provided an assist before he was forced off the pitch early in the second half of Inter Miami's 3-1 home win over Nashville in their CONCACAF Champions Cup round of 16 second leg on Wednesday.

The result handed the Florida outfi]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156595/messi-suffers-injury-as-inter-miami-reach-champions-cup-quarters 274156595 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:45:57 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156595/messi-suffers-injury-as-inter-miami-reach-champions-cup-quarters <![CDATA[Inbox: Nothing about this franchise has been sitting still]]> Turned out to be the former this time Mike Spofford

Mike from Ames, IA

There have been a lot of wild days in the Packers' last 20 years. Where do you rank March 11, 2024, on the drama draft board?

I had to spend some time Tuesday truly processing all that went down Monday. I certainly don't recall two surefire Packers Hall of Famers (and one possible Canton contender) among the absolute best]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156565/inbox-nothing-about-this-franchise-has-been-sitting-still 274156565 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:12:11 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156565/inbox-nothing-about-this-franchise-has-been-sitting-still <![CDATA[Jeff Hafley excited to get to work with energetic defensive staff]]> Matt LaFleur sees bright future for Packers’ defense, new offensive assistant Sean Mannion Wes Hodkiewicz

GREEN BAY - As much as Jeff Hafley's time and effort centered on college football the past five years, the Packers' new defensive coordinator never took his eye off the pro game.

To aid his Boston College teams, Hafley spent countless nights watching NFL cutups to see what his friends at the ne]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156564/jeff-hafley-excited-to-get-to-work-with-energetic-defensive-staff 274156564 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:12:09 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156564/jeff-hafley-excited-to-get-to-work-with-energetic-defensive-staff <![CDATA[Colts re-sign DE Genard Avery]]> The Colts signed Avery as a free agent a year ago, but he missed the 2023 season after being placed on season-ending injured reserve during training camp.  JJ Stankevitz

The Colts on Wednesday re-signed defensive end Genard Avery.

Avery initially joined the Colts as a free agent during the 2023 offseason, but he sustained an injury and was placed on season-ending injured reserve during training camp ]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156525/colts-re-sign-de-genard-avery 274156525 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:39:14 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156525/colts-re-sign-de-genard-avery <![CDATA[NFL notebook: LB Eric Kendricks reportedly spurns 49ers for Cowboys]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156465/nfl-notebook-lb-eric-kendricks-reportedly-spurns-49ers-for-cowboys 274156465 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 05:05:12 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156465/nfl-notebook-lb-eric-kendricks-reportedly-spurns-49ers-for-cowboys <![CDATA[Georgia rallies past Missouri, advances to face Florida]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156431/georgia-rallies-past-missouri-advances-to-face-florida 274156431 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:19:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156431/georgia-rallies-past-missouri-advances-to-face-florida <![CDATA[Coming off tough loss, Stars face struggling Devils]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156386/coming-off-tough-loss-stars-face-struggling-devils 274156386 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 02:55:18 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156386/coming-off-tough-loss-stars-face-struggling-devils <![CDATA[Maple Leafs, Flyers face off amid up-and-down runs]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156351/maple-leafs-flyers-face-off-amid-up-and-down-runs 274156351 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 02:05:07 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156351/maple-leafs-flyers-face-off-amid-up-and-down-runs <![CDATA[Spring training roundup: New faces power Jays in win over Pirates]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156296/spring-training-roundup-new-faces-power-jays-in-win-over-pirates 274156296 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 23:55:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156296/spring-training-roundup-new-faces-power-jays-in-win-over-pirates <![CDATA[Lightning, with new players making impact, take on hot Rangers]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156278/lightning-with-new-players-making-impact-take-on-hot-rangers 274156278 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 23:05:06 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156278/lightning-with-new-players-making-impact-take-on-hot-rangers <![CDATA[Isles resume wild-card push against inconsistent Sabres]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156271/isles-resume-wild-card-push-against-inconsistent-sabres 274156271 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 22:56:49 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156271/isles-resume-wild-card-push-against-inconsistent-sabres <![CDATA[Russian lesbian couple fails to get divorced]]> A court has thrown out the case, suggesting the couple should "go to Copenhagen" where they originally married

A magistrates' court in the Russian city of St. Petersburg has thrown out a divorce case filed by a lesbian couple, ruling that it has no merit under the country's laws.

The case revolved around a lesb]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156276/russian-lesbian-couple-fails-to-get-divorced 274156276 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 22:43:04 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156276/russian-lesbian-couple-fails-to-get-divorced <![CDATA[New Giant Brian Burns ready to shine under New York spotlight]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156263/new-giant-brian-burns-ready-to-shine-under-new-york-spotlight 274156263 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 22:40:13 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274156263/new-giant-brian-burns-ready-to-shine-under-new-york-spotlight <![CDATA[Biden and Trump secure nominations]]> Both candidates swept their respective primaries on Tuesday to guarantee a rematch in November

US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have both won enough primary contests to clinch their respective parties' nominations for this year's presidential election. The upcoming faceoff will be the first rematch between candidates since 1956.]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274155858/biden-and-trump-secure-nominations 274155858 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:32:41 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274155858/biden-and-trump-secure-nominations <![CDATA[9 museums & centers in St. Petersburg that you can visit for FREE]]> Peter and Paul Fortress, 3

The fortress was laid on the day St. Petersburg was founded - May 27, 1703. A walk around its territory is a good opportunity to get acquainted with the main symbols of the city. You can admire the angel on the spire of the cathedral, listen to the noon shot from the Naryshkin Bastion to mark the middle of th]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274155958/9-museums--centers-in-st-petersburg-that-you-can-visit-for-free 274155958 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:33:16 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274155958/9-museums--centers-in-st-petersburg-that-you-can-visit-for-free <![CDATA[On appeal, Ghislaine Maxwell argues Epstein plea deal immunized her against New York sex trafficking charges]]> MANHATTAN (CN) - Lawyers for British heiress Ghislaine Maxwell asked a federal appeals panel on Tuesday afternoon to release her from her 20-year prison sentence on her conviction for trafficking girls to her longtime companion, pedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, for sexual abuse.

A Manhattan jury found the 62-year-old socialite

The US State Department has requested $322.5 million for the 2025 fiscal year to bolster operations in Africa, including in response to Chinese and Russian activities, according to a press release on Monday.

The fun]]> http://www.tampastar.com/news/274154353/us-state-dept-requesting-funds-to-counter-russia-and-china-in-africa 274154353 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:11:49 GMT http://www.tampastar.com/news/274154353/us-state-dept-requesting-funds-to-counter-russia-and-china-in-africa