NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for February 17, 2026
Today’s Connections: Sports Edition is easier if you know your podium-worthy competitions. As we’ve shared…
Pro-Israel Democrats face major test in key Midwest races
The Democratic Party’s fight over Israel is returning to where it began. Jewish Democrats are warning the results could push them out of the party entirely. In Michigan, where grassroots anger over the Biden administration’s approach to the war in Gaza gave rise to the “uncommitted” movement in 2024, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s…
A majority of MAGA supporters would still vote for a Republican candidate despite a scandal
Americans are largely tolerant of scandals among politicians. But nobody is more willing to stick by an embattled candidate than a MAGA voter. The POLITICO Poll finds President Donald Trump’s MAGA supporters are the most loyal of any group of voters — with majorities saying they would stick by GOP candidates confronted with an array…
5 QBs Highlight The NFL’s 12 Biggest Comeback Candidates For 2026
Every year, we see established NFL players bounce back from prior injuries or on-field struggles to deliver standout seasons. The players who produce the biggest bounce-back performances are recognized as nominees for AP Comeback Player of the Year. Recent winners of the award include San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe…
Pirates? Cubs? 3 Best MLB Trade Deadline Fits For Padres Closer Mason Miller
Here’s the thing: San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller would improve and be a fit for 29 teams. If he’s available for the right price — which figures to be a commanding one, as the star reliever is under contract through 2029 — at the MLB trade deadline, it’s more about who needs the premier…
NFL Catchup: Extensions Galore, Rodgers Makes Another Statement & Raiders’ QB Battle
All 32 teams across the NFL have reported to training camp, and there’s already plenty of news breaking around the league. Tuesday saw a pair of record extensions, with two stars resetting the market at the respective positions. Aaron Rodgers made another declaration, and the Las Vegas Raiders made a statement on their quarterback competition…
Matt Campbell, Penn State Confident They Can Excel Where James Franklin Failed
CHICAGO — With pen in hand and talking points rehearsed, new Penn State head coach Matt Campbell introduced himself to the Big Ten and the throngs of reporters attending the conference’s annual media days event in a manner that mimicked his polished predecessor, James Franklin. Campbell’s handy writing utensil provided a callback to Franklin taking…
Who Takes Over For Alex Bowman In 2028? One Obvious Fit Awaits
Hendrick Motorsports certainly has time to wait to name its driver of the No. 48 car for 2028. But it might not want to wait. It might want to get that driver off the market. Connor Zilisch has had an awful rookie year with now eight races where he didn’t finish. He most likely will…
How Shohei Ohtani’s Injuries Impact Dodgers’ Deadline Strategy And Stretch Run
LOS ANGELES — At least publicly, despite the Dodgers’ looming presence in any potential Tarik Skubal deadline sweepstakes, the team’s front office continues to downplay its need or desire to add high-end starting pitching. Even with Shohei Ohtani’s timeline to return to the mound uncertain, Dodgers executives point to the production of young starters Justin…
Is AdultFriendFinder the best dating site for Gen Z?
With nearly 80 percent of Gen Z daters reporting some level of swipe fatigue, according to a Forbes Health survey, and IRL dating experiencing a slow death as fewer people take the risk of asking someone out, what is a single young person supposed to do these days? If you’re over hookup apps but don’t…
Hellbreak is a terrifying new horror trading card game — Dracula, Jaws, and more horror icons come together
TL;DR: Spin Master is launching Hellbreak, a horror-themed trading card game featuring characters from Universal, Blumhouse, AMC, and Lionsgate, including Dracula, The Bride of Frankenstein, and Jaws. It launches fall of 2026 with fully custom card art from more than 43 artists. Ever wondered who’d win in a fight between Dracula and Jaws? Spin Master’s…