SUMMARY: The Southern Miss baseball team’s four-game winning streak was broken by Nicholls, losing 8-5 at Keesler Federal Park on Tuesday. First baseman Matthew Russo hit two home runs, but the Golden Eagles’ fielding errors in the seventh inning allowed the Colonels to score four runs, extending their lead. Despite two late runs from Southern Miss, including a solo home run by Dre Barrett, the comeback fell short. Matt Adams took the loss for the Golden Eagles, while Jordan Harper earned the win for Nicholls. Southern Miss will return home to face South Alabama in a weekend series starting Friday.

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SUMMARY: Ole Miss advanced in the SEC Tournament with a nail-biting victory over a diminished Arkansas team. The game was tied at 80-80 when Arkansas’s Trevon Brazile missed two crucial free throws. Sean Pedulla, who struggled earlier, made a pivotal three-pointer to secure the win. Malik Dia led Ole Miss with 19 points, while Jaylen Murray added 17. Despite Arkansas’s Jonas Aidoo scoring 17 points before fouling out, Ole Miss edged ahead, capitalizing on better shooting statistics. The Rebels will face No. 1 seed Auburn next, aiming for their first NCAA Tournament appearance in six years.

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SUMMARY: Maya, a 22-year-old jaguar at the Hattiesburg Zoo, is facing multiple health challenges, including kidney failure and mobility issues. Since January, she has undergone treatment, showing initial improvement but later developing complications that affect her back and hips. The veterinary team is adjusting her medications to enhance her quality of life, prioritizing her comfort. Maya, who has surpassed the average lifespan for jaguars in captivity, is being closely monitored for potential hospice care. Her care team emphasizes their commitment to her well-being, acknowledging the emotional impact of her condition on the zoo staff and visitors.

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