

Vegas Deals: MGM Slam tennis
8 top players, one day of tennis. The MGM Slam Presented by Capital One Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, Nick Kyrgios, Gael Monfils, Casper Ruud, Alexander Bublik, Joao Fonseca, and Reilly Opelka Great deals: 4-Pack Ticket Offer Visible on primary event page on AXS.com $50 each, $200 total Category 3 seating (mid to upper endzones) Must Buy In Groups of 4 No promo code required Sales Window February 8 – March 1 Link: https://www.axs.com/events/1213721/the-mgm-slam-presented-by-capit


Shaq adding to his furniture empire
Rooms To Go® announced the expansion of Sound Tech by Shaq, the immersive living room collection that blends premium comfort with built-in audio technology. What began with the groundbreaking Sound Tech Living Room now has two new additions – the Recliner To Go and the Amplify Sectional – bringing even more ways to experience next-level lounging. Designed for fans who want more from their furniture, Sound Tech by Shaq delivers powerful sound, modern style, and serious comfort


Wireless Wednesday Live: Stormchaser Josh Morgerman
Live from Orange County Convention Center in Orlando – at the 2026 International Builders Show Building a better home with Josh Morgerman. According to the National Centers for Environmental Information, nine out of the 10 years with the highest number of natural disasters have occurred in the last decade. Since 1980, there have been 403 natural disasters that have caused over $2.9 trillion in damage, and in 2024 alone there were 27 events that hit that threshold including


Smartphones being kept longer
More US smartphone owners are considering renting or leasing their devices as they move away from annual upgrades, according to an Allstate Protection Plans survey. Nearly half of respondents are keeping their devices for at least three years, with durability, battery life and value driving purchase decisions, surpassing price. Karl Wiley, Global President and CEO of Allstate Protection Plans, said consumers are taking a more thoughtful approach to smartphone ownership and re


Tennis participation is up
Trending well for future growth. Tennis participation in the United States increased by 1.6 million in 2025 to eclipse a new high of 27.3 million total players. Since 2019, tennis participation in the U.S. has grown by 54 percent, adding nearly 10 million players over six consecutive years of growth. According to the independent study findings, the growth of tennis was driven by more play occasions, more players coming and staying in the sport, and strong momentum from play b


The most expensive US cities for sports fans (2026)
Get your wallets ready. Based on average game day spend across the four major US sports leagues, the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL, San Francisco ranks as the most expensive city in the country for sports fans, with typical costs regularly exceeding $225 per person per game before merchandise. Tagvenue’s analysis looked at the typical costs fans face when attending major sporting events, including the average regular-season ticket price, a 16oz beer, hot dog, popcorn or chips, stadi


Southwest Airlines to get Starlink wi-fi
Southwest Airlines Co. is taking inflight connectivity to new heights with Starlink. Engineered by SpaceX, Starlink will deliver next-generation WiFi across Southwest's network of 11 countries, allowing Customers to stream, share, and scroll in the sky at lightning-fast speeds. "Free WiFi has been a huge hit with our Rapid Rewards Members, and we know our Customers expect seamless connectivity across all their devices when they travel," said Tony Roach, Executive Vice Presi


Wireless Wednesday: Marcia Smart, Chef, and Influencer
Rick is joined by Marcia Smart, Chef, and Influencer. For: Beefitswhatsfordinner.com Topics: How do major global events influence what people cook at home? What Italian-inspired beef dishes are you making today? How does beef support strength and energy as part of a balanced diet? What nutrients in beef help fuel active lifestyles? Where can we go to learn more? On-Site at the Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. Culinary Center in Colorado Have a watch: As families gather around th


Ring drops Flock citing privacy concerns
Ring's partnership with Flock Safety has been cancelled after users expressed deep concerns about privacy and surveillance. The agreement, which aimed to allow police to request footage from Ring camera owners through the Community Requests program, sparked fears that videos could be used for mass surveillance or shared with agencies like ICE. Both companies noted a lack of customer trust and the significant resources required for integration as reasons for the cancellation.


Wizard teams with Best Buy for AI
Wizard, an AI-native shopping agent co-founded by former Walmart US ecommerce executive and Jet.com co-founder Marc Lore and CEO Melissa Bridgeford, has exited a nearly five-year private beta stage. The platform, which has raised $50 million in Series A funding, is designed to simplify online shopping by searching, comparing and checking out on behalf of shoppers. The rollout includes a collaboration with Best Buy.












