Duke University earned the top overall seed in the 2026 NCAA men’s basketball tournament, followed by Arizona, Michigan, and Florida, with the tournament beginning Tuesday and culminating in the Final Four in Indianapolis on April 6. The selection committee’s decisions were influenced by recent performances and injuries, leading to notable seed changes and the exclusion of teams like Auburn, which sparked controversy. Nebraska, preparing for its first tournament game since 1986, hopes to break its winless streak as it faces Troy, with strong fan support expected due to the team’s improved performance and favorable location.
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Rick Pitino, head coach of St. John's, is leading his team back into the NCAA men's basketball tournament, potentially facing John Calipari's Arkansas in the second round, marking a return to Providence where Pitino first gained national attention. The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has made history with Texas joining the tournament, bringing the total number of SEC teams to a record 14, with Auburn securing the overall top seed in the South Region. The tournament bracket, revealed on Selection Sunday, includes North Carolina narrowly securing a spot, while regional leaders feature Auburn, the Cougars, the Blue Devils, and the Gators, as fans eagerly watch to see if Pitino can guide St. John's to a deep run.
President Joe Biden will not appear on the New Hampshire primary ballot in 2024, marking the first time a sitting president has not done so. This is due to the Delegate Selection Rules for the 2024 Democratic National Convention, which were set in motion earlier this year and are intended to ensure a level playing field for all candidates. Biden's campaign manager wrote a letter to New Hampshire Democrats explaining the decision, and it will be interesting to see how the Democratic Party and its voters respond.