PBA stays quiet on controversial 3-year ban

The PBA enforces a controversial three-year ban on free agents and rookies opting to join other leagues, aiming to retain talent within the league. Commissioner Willie Marcial and league officials remain silent on the ban’s implementation details, affecting player migrations to leagues like Japan’s B.League and South Korea’s KBL.

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Texas Senate approves bathroom bill mandating use by birth sex

The Texas Senate passes a controversial ‘bathroom bill’ requiring individuals to use public restrooms and locker rooms according to their birth sex. The bill, known as the Texas Women’s Privacy Act, has sparked debate over privacy, safety, and discrimination against transgender individuals. It now awaits consideration by the Texas House of Representatives.

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Texas woman wins $83M jackpot after legal showdown

Kristen Moriarty, a Texas resident, secured an $83 million lottery jackpot after a six-month legal battle concerning third-party ticket purchases. She ultimately received a $45 million cash payout before taxes, following a settlement with the Texas Lottery Commission, highlighting legal and regulatory considerations in the digital age.

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