‘Street agents’ exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches warn

‘Street agents’ exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches warn

Paula LavigneFeb 23, 2026, 08:01 AM ET Close Data analyst and reporter for ESPN’s Enterprise and Investigative Unit. Winner, 2014 Alfred I. duPont Columbia University Award; finalist, 2012 IRE broadcast award; winner, 2011 Gannett Foundation Award for Innovation in Watchdog Journalism; Emmy nominated, 2009. Multiple Authors AS CASH HAS flooded …

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Not Just HAL Or BEL: These IT-Linked Firms Are Quietly Powering Indias Defence Push

Not Just HAL Or BEL: These IT-Linked Firms Are Quietly Powering Indias Defence Push

Zen Technologies has drawn investor attention to the shift in defence spending from platform-led procurement to technology-led systems. That shift is reshaping India’s defence modernisation, which is becoming software-intensive and creating opportunities for listed companies focused on embedded systems, electronics and digital engineering. Avantel: SDR Niche Competing With BEL and …

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Violence erupts in Mexico after cartel leader

Violence erupts in Mexico after cartel leader

Violent clashes erupted in parts of western Mexico on Sunday amid a military operation that led to the death of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader, triggering widespread security concerns throughout the region. Mexican security forces killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as “El Mencho,” during an operation in …

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How Team USA won a thrilling gold medal game against Canada

How Team USA won a thrilling gold medal game against Canada

Greg WyshynskiFeb 22, 2026, 12:37 PM ET Close Greg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. Multiple Authors The Olympic men’s hockey gold medal game promised to be an epic showdown between the United States and Canada. And it delivered. Following goals by Team USA’s Matt Boldy and Canada’s Cale Makar …

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