SUMMARY: No. 17 Mississippi State started Southeastern Conference play with a dominant 85-50 victory over South Carolina at Humphrey Coliseum. The Bulldogs quickly established control, leading by double digits within seven minutes and holding a 43-18 halftime advantage—their largest SEC halftime lead in over 20 years. Mississippi State showcased strong teamwork, shooting 56.5% while limiting South Carolina to 29.1%. Josh Hubbard led with 21 points, supported by Claudell Harris Jr. (17 points, 9 rebounds) and KeShawn Murphy (12 points, 8 rebounds). The Bulldogs improve to 13-1 and will face Vanderbilt next in Nashville on Tuesday.

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Republican Mike Johnson won reelection as House Speaker on the first ballot, despite opposition from hard-right GOP members. Supported by President-elect Trump, Johnson struggled to secure unanimous support within his own party, with some Republicans refusing to vote for him. His narrow victory highlights potential difficulties under the GOP’s unified control, as Johnson faces pressure to push Trump’s agenda, including tax cuts and deportations. The election’s significance increased due to the threat of a constitutional crisis if no Speaker was elected by January 6. Democrats rallied behind Hakeem Jeffries, emphasizing his experience and track record of compromise.

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SUMMARY: In the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, fictional blues singer Jesse Moffette shares the screen with Dylan, highlighting Hollywood’s tendency to adapt real lives for dramatic purposes. While Moffette is not real, he symbolizes the Mississippi artists who influenced Dylan, like Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters. Moffette is portrayed by Big Bill Morganfield, son of Muddy Waters, marking a significant moment in both family legacy and musical history. Morganfield has also achieved success as a musician, recently transitioning to acting. The film connects deeply to Dylan’s roots in blues music and his historic performances at the Newport Folk Festival.

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