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ign.com - Vikki Blake - UK Court Rules Stealing RuneScape Gold Is Criminal Theft in Case That Could Have Wider Repercussions for the Video Game Industry
UK Court Rules Stealing RuneScape Gold Is Criminal Theft in Case That Could Have Wider Repercussions for the Video Game Industry
IGN

A UK court has ruled that the unauthorized stealing of in-game currency can be legally classified as criminal theft. Former Jagex developer Andrew Lakeman was charged with allegedly stealing 705 billion Gold from almost 70 RuneScape players, with a…

techcrunch.com - Connie Loizos - Airtable gets into the AI agent game with Superagent
Airtable gets into the AI agent game with Superagent
TechCrunch

It might sound crazy to some, launching an entirely new product line while your flagship business has shed two-thirds of its paper value. But Howie Liu, the founder and CEO of Airtable, suggests it's the sanest thing he could do. The company that…

nytimes.com - Beren Cross - Leeds have developed tactically - but Daniel Farke's in-game management remains questionable
Leeds have developed tactically - but Daniel Farke's in-game management remains questionable
The New York Times

It was not a surprise to see two Everton substitutes waiting to enter the fray as Monday's second half edged into sight at Hill Dickinson Stadium. Leeds United had bossed the first half and David Moyes felt there was little alternative but to copy…

newsweek.com - Eric Jay Santos - Hall of Famer drafts Cooper Flagg for NBA Rising Stars game
Hall of Famer drafts Cooper Flagg for NBA Rising Stars game
Newsweek

On Monday, honorary coaches Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter, and Tracy McGrady drafted players for the upcoming 2026 Castrol Rising Stars event. It will be a four-team mini-tournament featuring the league's top rookies and second-year standouts.

newsweek.com - Ricardo Sandoval - Dodgers $365 million superstar to coach in NBA All-Star celebrity game
Dodgers $365 million superstar to coach in NBA All-Star celebrity game
Newsweek

The NBA announced that Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Mookie Betts will coach at the Ruffles Celebrity Game during All-Star weekend in February. ESPN's Buster Olney shared the news via X. The NBA All-Star weekend will be held in Los Angeles. The…

theverge.com - Tom Warren - Xbox Cloud Gaming's new design teases the future of Xbox console UI
Xbox Cloud Gaming's new design teases the future of Xbox console UI
The Verge

Microsoft says its new Xbox Cloud UI is the ‘foundation' for new Xbox experiences. Microsoft says its new Xbox Cloud UI is the ‘foundation' for new Xbox experiences. Screenshot by Tom Warren / The Verge Tom Warren is a senior editor…

si.com - Cory Pappas - Oregon Ducks' Game by Game Prediction After Big Ten Schedule Release
Oregon Ducks' Game by Game Prediction After Big Ten Schedule Release
Sports Illustrated

The Big Ten has released the Oregon Ducks' schedule for the 2026 season, so here is a game by game prediction of each game of the season. The Ducks will kick off their 2026 season against Boise State at Autzen Stadium. These two teams last played…

newsweek.com - Tyler Everett - Bet365 Bonus Code WEEK365: Claim $200 Bonus For Bucks-76ers, NBA Games
Bet365 Bonus Code WEEK365: Claim $200 Bonus For Bucks-76ers, NBA Games
Newsweek

The latest bet365 bonus code WEEK365 gives you the chance to make the most of one of the best welcome offers in the sports betting industry. You will have the opportunity to bet $5 on any game tonight and instantly unlock $200 in bonus bets. Click…

espn.com - Bobby Marks - Caitlin Clark joins 'Sunday Night Basketball' for 2 NBA games
Caitlin Clark joins 'Sunday Night Basketball' for 2 NBA games
ESPN

Caitlin Clark is headed to the NBA, at least for a couple of nights. NBC announced Tuesday that Clark -- the Indiana Fever star with an enormous following within the game -- is joining the network's pregame coverage for its debut of 'Sunday Night…

mirror.co.uk - Neela Debnath - Game of Thrones' spin-off show pays touching tribute to Aziza Barnes
Game of Thrones' spin-off show pays touching tribute to Aziza Barnes
The Mirror

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms episode two left audiences puzzled this week by the closing title card. Episode two saw Ser Duncan 'Dunk' the Tall (portrayed by Peter Claffey) attempting to establish his credentials. Dunk was hoping to achieve…

newsweek.com - Tyler Everett - Underdog Promo Code NEWSWEEK: Claim $75 Bonus For NBA Games (Jan. 27)
Underdog Promo Code NEWSWEEK: Claim $75 Bonus For NBA Games (Jan. 27)
Newsweek

The most recent Underdog promo code NEWSWEEK unlocks one of the best welcome offers in the daily fantasy space. All you have to do is make a $5 play to get $75 in daily fantasy entries automatically credited to your account. Click here and…

boston.com - Hayden Bird - Mike Vrabel on the AFC Championship game weather, Drake Maye's shoulder, and references to 'The Warriors
Mike Vrabel on the AFC Championship game weather, Drake Maye's shoulder, and references to 'The Warriors
Boston.com

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel stopped by WEEI's “ The Greg Hill Show ” on Tuesday morning after the team made its return from Denver following the AFC Championship game win over the weekend. Now Super Bowl bound, Vrabel discussed a…

newsweek.com - Nelson Espinal - Broncos cut ties With 2 key offensive coaches after AFC title game loss
Broncos cut ties With 2 key offensive coaches after AFC title game loss
Newsweek

The Denver Broncos have decided to move on from two key offensive coaches following their AFC Championship Game loss to the New England Patriots. The Broncos parted ways with offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and wide receivers coach Keary Colbert…

screenrant.com - Britt Rivera - Canadian Game Awards Announces Date Change and New Partnership
Canadian Game Awards Announces Date Change and New Partnership
Screen Rant

The Canadian Game Awards has announced a new partnership and a new date for their 2026 show. The awards were originally set for February 21, 2026, but will now be moved to May of this year. This comes as part of the announcement by the Canadian…

standard.co.uk - Frankie Lister-Fell - Pubs can stay open into early hours to show World Cup games, Government announces
Pubs can stay open into early hours to show World Cup games, Government announces
Evening Standard

Pubs and other licensed venues will be permitted to extend their opening hours until 2am during the later stages of the World Cup. The chancellor announced a support package for pubs today, which included allowing pubs to stay open past their usual…

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