Will the 2024 NFL Draft's overall depth, considered weaker than in past years, push Green Bay Packers GM Brian Gutekunst to take a more aggressive approach?

The Houston Texans are making waves this offseason, emerging as one of the big winners. But hey, it's not just about the flashy moves; they gotta back it up on the field in 2024.

Caitlin Clark, the superstar of women's college basketball, has officially joined the ranks of the pros. The Indiana Fever snagged her as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, creating a buzz among the 1,000 fans at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Tickets for the event sold out in a flash, just 15 minutes after going on sale a few months ago.

Sophie Nelisse is excited about her film, *Irena's Vow*, hitting theaters for a special two-day screening. The movie tells the story of Irena Gut Opdyke, a courageous Polish nurse who risked her life to hide Jewish people from the Nazis during World War II. At just 24, Nelisse takes on the lead role, embodying the bravery and selflessness of this unsung hero.

Turkish, Jordanian, and Iraqi officials revealed that Iran had given them advance notice of its drone and missile attack on Israel, but U.S. officials claimed they were not informed by Tehran and that Iran's aim was to inflict significant damage.

Donald Trump is about to make history by becoming the first former president to face criminal charges in a trial. This is a big deal for American politics, the presidential election, and of course, for Trump himself.

The New England Patriots are really getting into the pre-draft groove, meeting with top QB prospects Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels. Now, they've got their sights set on Michigan's J.J. McCarthy, hosting him for a visit.

In a thrilling showdown at Dodger Stadium, the San Diego Padres clinched a series victory on Sunday, thanks to outfielder Jurickson Profar's game-winning hit. His clutch three-run double in the seventh inning, coming just a day after Dodgers catcher Will Smith called him "irrelevant," caught the attention of his teammates.

The Los Angeles Lakers capped off their regular season with a solid 124-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday. Finishing with a 47-35 record, they really hit their stride in the second half, boasting a 28-14 record to wrap up the schedule. This surge secured them the eighth spot in the tough Western Conference, setting the stage for their third appearance in the NBA play-in tournament over the last four seasons. Excitingly, they're kicking off their play-in journey against the very same Pelicans they defeated just days ago.

Over the weekend, Tee Higgins, the Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver, popped up in an interview and confidently stated that he's looking forward to hitting the field with the Bengals in 2024. It was a statement that many expected, given his status as a franchise-tagged player. But with his previous trade request and the ongoing contract talks, it added a layer of intrigue to the situation.

The new action-packed movie "Civil War" surprised everyone this weekend by smashing box office records, raking in a whopping $25.7 million in its opening weekend. This indie film, distributed by A24, has become A24’s biggest debut ever. Starring Kirsten Dunst and Cailee Spaeny, the movie follows a group of journalists navigating a war-torn America, drawing clear inspiration from recent political events like the Trump presidency and the January 6th insurrection.

Last year at this time, the members of K-pop sensation Le Sserafim were huddled around a Coachella livestream, watching Blackpink's historic performance as the first Korean headliner. Fast forward to this Saturday, and they were in their own artist trailer, getting ready for their Coachella debut. "Coachella was a distant dream, even as spectators," said Huh Yunjin, a member of the groundbreaking HYBE girl group. "Watching acts like Blackpink and Billie Eilish online, we thought, 'It would be amazing to stand on a stage like this one day.'"

Kari Lake's U.S. Senate campaign kicked off the year with a bang, raking in $4.1 million in donations. While this puts her among the top Republican contenders nationally, she still trails behind her Democratic rival Ruben Gallego from Arizona. In her second quarter, Lake pulled in $2.5 million in cash, more than doubling her previous total. Her wide support base, particularly from small-dollar donors, is a promising sign for her future in Arizona politics.

The Rays came out swinging in Sunday's game against the Giants, determined to shake off their previous losses. Leadoff hitter Yandy Diaz, feeling the pressure to jumpstart the team's offense, got things going with a double in the first inning, his first extra-base hit in eight games. Despite Diaz and Randy Arozarena not being the focal points, the rest of the lineup stepped up to the plate.

Chet Holmgren, the rookie center for the Oklahoma City Thunder, proudly unzipped his black hoodie sweatshirt to reveal the team's blue Northwest Division T-shirts. The Thunder had just clinched the Western Conference's No. 1 seed, and they celebrated with a team picture after their dominant 135-86 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Sunday afternoon saw two absolute blowouts, setting the stage for exciting rematches later in the week. The Los Angeles Lakers channeled their In-Season Tournament form, delivering one of their best performances this season by trouncing the Pelicans 123-108. LeBron James led the charge with a stunning 28-point, 17-assist, 11-rebound triple-double. The Lakers' victory sets up a thrilling rematch in just two days: the 8th seed Lakers will face off against the 7th seed Pelicans in the first play-in game. Adding to the drama, the winner earns a shot at the 2nd seed Denver in the first round. Would either team dare to lose the first play-in game in hopes of winning the second and facing off against the top-seeded Oklahoma City? There are two glaring issues with that strategy: 1) the 9th/10th seed team, be it the Warriors or Kings, is formidable and could easily upset the Lakers/Pelicans; 2) Oklahoma City should not be underestimated, boasting a 57-win record and a strong MVP candidate in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Scottie Scheffler's win at the 2024 Masters felt like destiny. This Texan has been ruling the golf world for more than 80 weeks, snagging eight PGA Tour wins since February 2022. He even pulled off a rare back-to-back victory at the Players Championship. People are calling him the Tiger Woods of ball striking, and his skills around the greens are just as magical.

A man wielding a knife went on a rampage in a Sydney shopping center, causing chaos and tragedy before being shot dead by police. The attacker, Joel Cauchi, 40, plunged the crowded Westfield Bondi Junction complex into panic as he stabbed several people, resulting in the deaths of five women and a man. Several others, including a baby, were injured in the attack.

Taylor Swift took advantage of a rare gap in her jam-packed schedule to catch her buddy Jack Antonoff rocking out with his band Bleachers at Coachella on Saturday night.

The U.S. Supreme Court is gearing up for a couple of high-profile cases involving Donald Trump and his supporters' actions after the 2020 election. Trump faces charges related to his efforts to overturn the election results, while a man indicted in the Capitol attack is also involved in a separate case. These cases have become even more significant as Trump aims to run for president again in the upcoming election against Joe Biden.