No. 1 Gamecocks wear down No. 5 UConn, increase winning streak to 29

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Women's NCAA championship TV ratings crush the men's competition: At its peak, 24 million basketball fans tuned in to watch the women's championship between ...

Quick Glance: Women's NCAA Title Game Shines with Record Viewership

South Carolina’s victory of 87-75 over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in the women’s NCAA championship game marks a historic moment. For the first time, the women's game surpassed the men's title game, achieving the second-highest viewership for a non-Olympic women's sporting event on U.S. television.

The viewership for the Sunday afternoon game, which awarded the Gamecocks their fourth national title and denied Clark's Hawkeyes their first, peaked at 24.1 million during the final 15 minutes. Nielsen's figures include an estimate of individuals watching outside their homes, a metric not previously accounted for before 2020.

The audience for the national title game increased by 90% compared to the previous year when Clark and Iowa faced off against LSU. Moreover, this was the inaugural occurrence since 1995 of the championship being broadcast on network television.

During the Final Four, Clark emphasized the positive impact of audience growth on all women's sports, not solely basketball. Fox broadcasted 14 women's games this season, including three in prime time, NBC featured two, and CBS televised the Big Ten tournament championship. ABC presented five regular-season games and nine during the NCAA Tournament.

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Flamingo spotted on the green: Popular SC frosé shop gets spotlight at The Masters

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A controversial Texas law has become a blueprint for other states. Immigrant communities are worried

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How migrant workers have contributed to strong U.S. job growth: It turns out that the influx of foreign-born adults vastly raised the supply of available workers ...

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3-year-old wandering in road leads deputies to his mom’s body, SC cops say

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Summerville officer under fire for arresting young teen known to use excessive force

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Apr 06

South Carolina dominates NC State to make NCAA women's tournament final - ESPN: Undefeated South Carolina, seeking redemption after last season's Final Four loss ...

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College of Charleston coach Chris Mack gets 3 verbal commitments to program: College of Charleston basketball coach Chris Mack received his first 3 verbal ...

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Nikki Haley has a new gig after running for president. Here's where she's going: Nikki Haley, a 2024 GOP presidential candidate, is heading to a conservative ...

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How the 2024 women's NCAA championship game will play out - ESPN: Iowa and Caitlin Clark again stand in the way of South Carolina's perfect season ...

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Donald Trump and Lindsey Graham are again at odds, now over abortion: The relationship between Donald Trump and Lindsey Graham has again turned negative after ...

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South Carolina coach Dawn Staley says transgender athletes 'should be able to play'

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Dallas police chief speaks after 1 dead, 8 injured in shooting: Police are searching for a suspect with possible gang ties who fired shots into a large crowd in ...

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Residents of this state pay $987,117 in lifetime taxes. Guess which one?: With Tax Day approaching, here’s a sobering thought: The average American pays $524 ...

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Could MAGA candidates in key swing states drag down Trump?: MAGA Republicans running for Senate and governor are trailing their Democratic opponents ...

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Fans pack Minneapolis women's sports bar for the NCAA Women's Final Four: The crowd included a mix of fans for all teams, though most said they were rooting for ...

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Thai pop-up from former Xiao Bao chef brings the heat to Colectivo on Monday nights

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March Madness live updates: South Carolina beats Iowa to cap undefeated season with title

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Iowa vs. Connecticut was ESPN’s highest-rated basketball game ever: An average of 14.2 million people watched Iowa beat Connecticut on Friday night in the Final ...

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The income everyday Americans earn in every U.S. state—see how your salary measures up

cnbc.com/2024/04/14/median-annual-income-in-every-us-state.html

Quick Glance: Income Disparities in the US States - Where Does Your Salary Stand?

In 2023, the median annual wage for all U.S. workers was $48,060, showing varying incomes across states.

Massachusetts holds the top spot with a median wage of $60,690 for individual workers, while Mississippi ranks lowest at $37,500.

The Northeast and Western regions generally feature higher-earning populations compared to the South and select states in the Midwest.

Typically, local wages align with cost of living, leading to many high-earning states also being the most expensive to reside in.

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Donald Trump Video One of the 'Biggest Mistakes He Ever Made'—Mary Trump: The estranged former president's niece said he had managed to alienate two groups he ...

newsweek.com/donald-trump-abortion-video-mistake-mary-trump-republicans-1888359

Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban

Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.

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Apr 09

Brown: Dawn Staley should be among first calls in Kentucky basketball coaching search

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Apr 06

Dawn Staley was asked about trans women inclusion in sports. Her answer has social media buzzing

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Apr 06

A Détente Option for Iran: America Needs a Simpler Policy—but Not Rapprochement: America needs a simpler policy—but not rapprochement.

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Quick Glance: US Alerted to Impending Iranian Attack

The US is actively on high alert and preparing for a potential "significant" attack by Iran targeting Israeli or American assets in the region as a response to Monday's Israeli strike in Damascus that killed high-ranking Iranian commanders. Senior US officials currently believe that an attack by Iran is "inevitable" - a sentiment also shared by their Israeli counterparts. Both governments are working diligently to prepare for the anticipated Iranian attack, acknowledging the various possible methods through which the attack could unfold and the potential risks to US and Israeli assets and personnel.

A looming Iranian attack was a focal point of discussion during a phone call between President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday. At that moment, the two governments were uncertain about the timing and nature of Iran's retaliation. A direct Iranian strike on Israel is a scenario that the Biden administration is particularly concerned about, as it would lead to a swift escalation of an already volatile situation in the Middle East. Iran had vowed vengeance following Israel's airstrike on the Iranian embassy complex in Syria, resulting in the deaths of at least seven officials.

The US promptly informed Iran that the Biden administration was not involved in and had no prior knowledge of the embassy attack, cautioning against targeting American assets. The US considers its own embassies and consulates abroad, as well as foreign embassies and consulates in the US, to be under special protection.

On Tuesday, the Pentagon's Deputy Press Secretary, Sabrina Singh, stated that the US assessment pointed to Israel as the perpetrator of the airstrike. Israel has escalated its military operations against Iran and its regional allies following the October 7 attack on Israel by the Tehran-backed Hamas group. Subsequent warfare in Gaza by Israel has resulted in over 32,800 casualties, widespread devastation, and pushed more than a million individuals to the brink of starvation, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health.

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Apr 08

Freshman Tessa Johnson pushes Gamecocks to title: The South Carolina women's basketball team faced National Player of the Year Caitlin Clark and the Iowa ...

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UConn wins first back-to-back men’s NCAA basketball titles since 2007: Connecticut became the first Division I men’s college basketball team to win back-to-back ...

cnn.com/2024/04/08/sport/mens-march-madness-national-championship-preview-spt-intl/

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Apr 06

Iowa vs. Connecticut was a Final Four classic. Then came the whistle.: Caitlin Clark and Iowa beat Paige Bueckers and Connecticut at the Final Four ...

washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/06/uconn-iowa-final-four-illegal-screen/

Quick Glance: Aaliyah Edwards: The Indispensable Heart of UConn Women's Basketball

Aaliyah Edwards has been the Huskies' sole constant in four turbulent seasons.

Edwards has proven to be an indispensable player through injuries and tough seasons.

Despite injuries and little help from teammates, Edwards has delivered impressive performances.

Edwards is nearing the end of her college career but has a promising future in the WNBA and as an Olympian.

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Apr 10

NCAA men's final sees viewership increase over 2023, but not enough to outdraw women's title game

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Women’s College Basketball Is a Worthy Investment: Show them the money.

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Powerball player wins big in South Carolina. Where was the winning ticket sold?: South Carolina lottery player won $100,000 in Powerball drawing ...

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The future of DEI looms in state Senate. Has it already impacted SC colleges?: Students, faculty and staff from USC, Clemson and College of Charleston react to ...

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Apr 09

Men's national championship game has lower viewership than women's for first time

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The Gamecocks' man behind the plan for Caitlin Clark and Iowa: South Carolina assistant coach Winston Gandy, fresh off an undefeated season and a national ...

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Northwood's Birch leads girls' All-Lowcountry basketball team: Northwood Academy's Alayah Birch came back from injury to earn All-Lowcountry girls basketball ...

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How Sunday dinner in South Carolina became a TikTok sensation: Midlands' native Tiffany Spradley's "Sunday in South Carolina" TikTok account has ...

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Apr 05

4.8 magnitude earthquake rocks Northeast: Live updates: Reports of injuries were not immediately clear.

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Quick Glance: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks New York City and Northeast US

An unusual East Coast earthquake startled millions from New York to rural New England. Over 42 million people may have felt the midmorning quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8.

While causing no widespread damage, the earthquake led to evacuations in Newark, New Jersey, and infrastructure inspections across the region. Flights were diverted, trains slowed, and tunnel traffic stopped.

Although no major damages were reported, the earthquake caused some disruptions. The area near the epicenter experienced minor effects, including the collapse of a historic site. There were also over a dozen aftershocks reported in the region.

President Joe Biden offered assistance, while New York City reported no major safety or infrastructure issues. Engineers emphasized that New York skyscrapers are made of high-strength materials and designed to sway slowly to withstand impacts. Even the delicately placed eggs in a sculpture at a Chinatown art gallery remained unharmed during the quake.

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These states have the highest property taxes. Where does yours fit in? See map.: Property taxes nationwide have increased since before the pandemic ...

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McDonogh girls lacrosse takes down Darien (Conn.), 5-4, ending national No. 1 team’s 27-game winning streak

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Apr 06

Bus carrying 56 South Carolina college students rolls over on I-10 en route to New Orleans

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Quick Glance: Bus Accident on I-10: 56 Students Injured En Route to New Orleans

A charter bus carrying 56 students from the University of South Carolina overturned on Friday on Interstate 10 in Hancock County, resulting in injuries to 11 individuals, as reported by Trooper Cal Robertson of the Mississippi Highway Patrol.

Two individuals, including the bus driver, were airlifted from the scene of the accident.

Robertson mentioned that nine students were transported to local hospitals by ambulance. The incident took place around 3:30 p.m. on the westbound lanes of I-10 between the Diamondhead and Mississippi 603 exits, according to the Mississippi Department of Transportation.

The westbound lanes of I-10 remained inaccessible for hours as emergency responders and authorities cleared the road and ensured the safety of the students. Onlookers stuck behind the crash site had parked their vehicles and were observing the situation from outside.

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Apr 07

Connecticut, Purdue to meet in NCAA title game: GLENDALE, Ariz. — Connecticut has blown through the NCAA Tournament again to reach college basketball’s final ...

Quick Glance: Purdue Advances to NCAA Title Game by Beating N.C. State 63-50

Purdue defeated North Carolina State 63-50, advancing to the NCAA title game.

Zach Edey scored 20 points and 12 rebounds, dominating the battle of big men.

Purdue (34-4) moves on to face the winner of Alabama and defending champion UConn.

Edey and coach Matt Painter's team have overcome every challenge so far, despite facing some difficulties.

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Apr 13

Watch Bruce Springsteen Play ‘Seeds’ For First Time Since 2016 at Mohegan Sun Arena

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Cooper River Bridge Run returning "to pre-pandemic' levels with more than 27K finishers

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Conn's, The Woodlands-based retailer, said annual loss deepened: Home goods and electronics retailer Conn's said Thursday that it lost $76 ...

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Apr 06

How Caitlin Clark's wave-off spurred Gamecocks' Raven Johnson's revenge season: Raven Johnson gets her chance for revenge in the most scripted way possible ...

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Dawn Staley gives boost to trans rights on championship weekend: University of South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley on Saturday said transgender ...

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With South Carolina’s season over, who leaves roster? Who returns for Gamecocks?

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Apr 06

Caitlin Clark, Iowa Advance to Final Amid Controversial Call Against UConn in March Madness Game

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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

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Apr 07

Caitlin Clark comes up second again as undefeated South Carolina captures national title

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Apr 06

Fans Loved Dawn Staley’s Sweet Postgame Interview With Aliyah Boston After South Carolina's Final Four Win

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March Madness Final Four coaches salaries: Men earn nearly 2x women: Here's a look at the salary disparities between the head coaches of the 2024 men's and ...

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The Washington Post

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Apr 09

NCAA women’s title game sets ratings record, capping historic run: Sunday’s victory by South Carolina over Iowa for the national championship set a viewership ...

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Apr 11

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In tune: Gamecocks storm past Wolfpack into national championship game: The South Carolina Gamecocks took on the NC State Wolfpack on Friday in the Final Four in ...

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Bad omens and deep-state lunacy: solar eclipse brings wave of memes: TikTokers and brands are getting in on the rare phenomenon, as astrological warnings and ...

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Iowa vs. UConn score and live updates: Caitlin Clark, Hawkeyes beat Paige Bueckers, Huskies in Women’s Final Four

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The Christian Science Monitor

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Record-setting crowds. Star players. Women’s college basketball has it all.: Caitlin Clark and Iowa are back in the Final Four again. So are Dawn Staley and ...

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram

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Perfect Champs! South Carolina upends Iowa to win 2024 NCAA national title

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Apr 07

Transgender athletes should be allowed to compete in women’s sports, says South Carolina coach Dawn Staley

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South Carolina’s Coach Was Asked About Transgender Women In Sports — And Her Response Went Viral

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Quick Glance: Decision on Participation of Transgender Athletes in U.S. Collegiate Sports

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has decided to exclude transgender women from competing in women's sports, taking a stricter stance than other athletic bodies.

As per the NAIA policy, only student-athletes whose biological sex is female may participate in women's sports.

Transgender athletes are required to have undergone testosterone suppression treatment for at least one year and to meet specific test results at different times of the year according to the NCAA policy.

Following transgender swimmer Lia Thomas's victory in the NCAA 500-yard freestyle championship after transitioning, a group of female athletes sued the NCAA, alleging that the participation policy for transgender athletes violated their civil rights under Title IX.

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The Wall Street Journal

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Caitlin Clark’s Perfect Ending vs. South Carolina’s Perfect Season: The Iowa superstar is one win from ending her college career with the national championship ...

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Iowa could not counter South Carolina's size as Kamilla Cardoso walks off a champion

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Apr 10

Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd wins men’s bracket in $1 million March Madness charity competition by picking 43 of 63 games

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Lexington Herald-Leader

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Apr 07

Is Caitlin Clark the GOAT? A national title would ‘seal the deal,’ Dawn Staley says

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When Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers collide, we all become stargazers: Paige Bueckers is a generational star, but Caitlin Clark lifted their sport to the ...

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UConn Wins Another NCAA Title With Another Display of Dominance: Connecticut won its second consecutive men’s college basketball championship, beating Purdue ...

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