Cavs 111, Heat 99
Donovan Mitchell had 27 points and 13 rebounds, Darius Garland shook off early foul trouble to score 18 points and the Cavaliers beat the Miami Heat 111-99.
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Baldur’s Gate, The Legend of Zelda and Cocoon shine brightest in a stellar year for video games
It’s been a terrific year for video games. Developers hit their stride on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox X/S consoles, unleashing massive adventures big enough to satisfy gamers for weeks. The Switch is at the end of its lifespan, but Nintendo debuted two spectacular games on its way out. And indie studios held up their end, delivering distinctive takes on classic genres.
Adele praises influential women after being honored at THR’s Women in Entertainment gala
Adele paid homage to the many women — including her mother, grandmother and aunts — who helped shape her world and personality since she was a child.
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is the first tour to gross over $1 billion, Pollstar says
Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is the first tour to cross the billion-dollar mark, according to Pollstar’s 2023 year-end charts.
Marijuana law takes effect; changes may still be coming
Recreational marijuana use became legal in Ohio Thursday, even while Statehouse Republicans continue their efforts to enact sweeping changes to the voters approved initiative.
Ohio joins lawsuit challenging NCAA transfer portal
A federal lawsuit filed by attorneys general from Ohio and six other states alleges the NCAA’s transfer rule for college athletes violates antitrust law.
Suspect arrested after body found in burning vehicle
Columbus police have arrested a man after the body of an unidentified adult was found in a burning vehicle on the Northeast Side early Friday.
Ex-Columbus vice detective pleads guilty to kidnapping sex workers
A former Columbus vice detective pleaded guilty to federal accusations Thursday that he kidnapped sex worker victims under the guise of an arrest.
Islanders 7, CBJ 3
Mathew Barzal had two goals and two assists, Bo Horvat also scored twice and picked up an assist, and the New York Islanders beat the Blue Jackets 7-3.
Best movies of 2023: ‘Oppenheimer,’ ‘Fallen Leaves,’ ‘May December’
The Associated Press’ Film Writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle’s picks for the best movies of 2023: