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Fresh off a pair of resounding victories, No. 21 Arkansas looks to avenge its most decisive loss of the season against slumping Auburn in Fayetteville, Ark., on Saturday.

The Razorbacks went "back to the basics" defensively in a 91-62 victory at LSU on Tuesday, according to coach John Calipari, in their second straight win by at least 20 points.

Arkansas (18-6, 8-3 SEC) could benefit from a similar effort in the rematch against Auburn, which shot 56.7% from the field in a 95-73 home victory Jan. 10.

"We were so bad defensively two-three weeks ago that some of this stuff is going back to the basics," Calipari said. "How do I get us to take unbelievable pride defensively. We've just got to get there.

"We go from here. We've got seven (SEC) games (remaining). We could lose all seven. We'll see if we are getting better."

The Razorbacks are one game behind SEC-leading Florida and tied with Kentucky for second, one game ahead of five 7-4 teams that are fighting for the four double-byes in the league tournament.

Auburn (14-10, 5-6) has lost three in a row after a four-game winning streak that included victories over then-No. 16 Florida and Texas. The Tigers fell to Vanderbilt 84-76 at home Tuesday.

"People are going to be panicking right now," first-year Auburn coach Steven Pearl said. "While the results haven't been there, this team has continued to get better."

NCAA Freshman of the Year candidate Darius Acuff Jr. scored 28 points and five assists in the win at LSU, four days after contributing 24 points and eight assists in an 88-68 victory at Mississippi State.

Acuff tied a season high with 13 field goals against LSU, and his 22 attempts were a season high. He was 1 of 4 from distance.

"Which meant either a mid-level shot, which I like him to shoot because he can make them, or he shot layups," Calipari said. "You don't have to live and die with the threes."

Forward Trevon Brazile had 14 points and 12 rebounds against LSU, his fifth double-double of the season. He has averaged 16.3 points and 9.3 rebounds in the last three, his best stretch in SEC games.

"It makes us different," Calipari said of Brazile's impact. "For him, it's a mindset."

DJ Wagner (ankle) and Karter Knox (knee) have missed the last two Arkansas games, tightening Calipari's rotation and providing more minutes for Billy Richmond III, who has scored in double figures in four of his last five games.

Reserve center Malique Ewin took four stitches in his forehead after being struck by an elbow late in the LSU game but is expected to play.

Auburn established control early in the first meeting, opening a 14-point lead with nine minutes left in the first half. The Razorbacks were never closer than 13 in the second half.

Tigers' leading scorer Keyshawn Hall (20.7 points) scored 32 points in the first meeting, tying a season high. He was 11 of 14 from the field and 4 of 5 from deep.

Hall was not a factor against Vanderbilt, going 3 of 13 from the field and playing only 26 minutes. He sat the final 12:38 as Auburn cut the Commodores' lead to 70-66 on Tahad Pettiford's layup with 2:42 left.

"I just went with the guys that I thought put us in the best position to get back in the game," Pearl said. "Our offense wasn't really in sync when he was on the floor, so wanted to give us a different look."

Pettiford, who averages 14.1 ppg, has scored 46 points the last two games, 21 against Vanderbilt and 25 in a 96-92 loss to Alabama last Saturday.

--Field Level Media

Surging, third-ranked Houston will look to build on its 17-game home winning streak and continue its recent stretch of dominating play when it hosts reeling Kansas State on Saturday afternoon in a Big 12 Conference game.

The Cougars (22-2, 10-1 Big 12) moved up five spots in the most recent AP poll and justified that jump with a 66-52 win at Utah on Tuesday. Emanuel Sharp led the charge for Houston with 27 points and a career-high eight 3-pointers that gave him 277 and propelled him past Marcus Sasser (276) as the school's career leader in made 3-point field goals.

"I was just shooting," Sharp said. "It was really no complicated science behind it. I've been blessed with having two great point guards on this team with Kingston (Flemings) and Milos (Uzan). They are so unselfish. They always find me in great spots."

No other Houston player scored in double figures on Tuesday, but that didn't stop the Cougars from building a 22-point lead in the second half and waltzing to their fifth straight victory and their 16th in the past 17 outings. Houston's defense held Utah to just 2-of-17 shooting (11.8%) from beyond the arc and its lowest point total of the season.

After the win, Houston coach Kelvin Sampson lauded Sharp and his continued contribution to the program's success.

"Every team Emanuel has played on has won a conference championship, whether it's the American or Big 12," Sampson said. "He's played in Final Fours, Elite Eights, Sweet 16s. All he's done is win. He's made this program better. Emanuel has been around. He's seen a lot of winning. He's been a huge part why this program has been successful."

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Sharp is averaging 16.3 points per game, second on the team to mercurial freshman Flemings (16.6 ppg).

It's into this gauntlet that the struggling Wildcats step. Kansas State (10-14, 1-10) heads to the Bayou City carrying a five-game losing streak after a 91-62 defeat at home against Cincinnati on Wednesday. The Wildcats shot 40.3% from the floor and made only 6 of 25 shots (24%) from 3-point range vs. the Bearcats.

P.J. Haggerty, the nation's second-leading scorer at 23.3 points per game, amassed 24 points for the Wildcats in the setback but got little help. Kansas State trailed by 22 points at halftime and by 32 in the second half.

Kansas State has dropped 10 of its past 11 games, and coach Jerome Tang took his team to task for a lack of effort and hustle on both ends of the floor in the latest loss.

"They got to have some pride," Tang said. "It means something to wear a K-State uniform. It means something to put on this purple. These dudes do not deserve to wear this uniform. There will be very few of them in it next year. I'm embarrassed for the university, I'm embarrassed for our fans, our student section. It is just ridiculous."

The 1-10 record through 11 conference games equals the Wildcats' worst start in the Big 12 era, a mark also posted by 1999-2000 and 2020-21 teams.

--Field Level Media

Santa Clara is enjoying a memorable season, but it can boost its success to another level when it hosts No. 12 Gonzaga on Saturday night in a battle for first place in the West Coast Conference.

The Broncos have won nine straight games since losing 89-77 to the Bulldogs on Jan. 8 in Spokane, Wash. This contest also marks the last regular-season battle between programs that have been in the same conference for the past 46 seasons and first met in 1959.

"We'll keep it straightforward," Santa Clara guard Sash Gavalyugov said. "It's our last game against Gonzaga in the WCC, so we look to beat them for a goodbye. We look to be undefeated for the rest of the season."

The Broncos (22-5, 13-1 WCC) stand a half-game ahead of the Bulldogs (24-2, 12-1) with Saint Mary's (22-4, 11-2) looming close behind in third place.

Gonzaga coach Mark Few feels Santa Clara shouldn't have any trouble being part of March Madness despite the school last qualifying in 1996.

"They're an NCAA Tournament team," Few said. "They pass the eye test."

The Steve Nash-era Broncos went to the tournament three times in the 1990s and went 2-3, including the still-talked about upset of No. 2 seed Arizona in 1993.

Santa Clara is 13-0 at home entering the clash with Gonzaga, and coach Herb Sendek is doing his best to downplay the hype.

"It's the next game on our schedule," Sendek said after the Broncos' 84-72 home win over Seattle University on Wednesday. "We don't look at the name on the jersey or the tip time or the weather or whether it's a holiday or any other thing that can enter someone's mind.

"When it's time to play, our conference schedule demands the best of us."

Gavalyugov, a freshman, made five 3-pointers and scored 21 points against Seattle. He had scored in single digits seven straight times since his explosive 37-point outing against Loyola Marymount on Jan. 10.

One game ahead of his career-best outing, he had eight points on 2-of-7 shooting against Gonzaga. Bulldogs star Graham Ike scored 34 points on 13-of-17 shooting and collected 11 rebounds in the Gonzaga win.

"We guarded them really, really good and rebounded the ball well," Few said of the contest that was tied at halftime and saw the Bulldogs lead by as many as 23 in the second half.

Ike has scored 30 or more in three of his past six appearances and has made 21 of 28 field-goal attempts over the past two games. He matched his career best of 35 points while making 13 of 18 shots in an 81-61 rout of Oregon State on Feb. 7, and he followed up with 20 points on 8-of-10 shooting in an 83-53 home shellacking of Washington State on Tuesday.

Freshman Davis Fogle added 17 points on 8-of-11 shooting off the bench vs. the Cougars and was lauded by Few for his defense. Fogle had a season-high three blocked shots and matched his high of three steals in 23 minutes.

"I think on the defensive end, the game's slowed down a lot," Fogle said. "... Still working on it every day in practice and taking all the advice I can from coaches."

Despite the Broncos splitting the regular-season series with the Bulldogs the past two campaigns, this is another one of those WCC rivalries long owned by Gonzaga.

The Bulldogs had won 26 straight matchups and 35 of 36 prior to the recent splits.

Gonzaga has won 22 of the past 24 meetings at Santa Clara. The Broncos won in 2011 and 2024.

Gonzaga will move into the rebuilt Pac-12 next season.

--Field Level Media

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NEED TO KNOW

• James Van Der Beek's wife Kimberly reposted a cover of the Dawson's Creek theme song "I Don't Want To Wait" performed by country singer Alana Springsteen

• Springsteen shared the cover in support of the Van Der Beek family's GoFundMe amid James Van Der Beek's death

• Van Der Beek died at 48 from colorectal cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 11

James Van Der Beek's wife Kimberly reposted a cover of theDawson's Creektheme song "I Don't Want To Wait," originally by Paula Cole, in the wake of her husband's death.

Singer-songwriter Alana Springsteen shared an acoustic cover of the song alongside Sara Bares and Lauren LaRue in anInstagrampost on Thursday, Feb. 12.

"rip james van der beek 🙏🏻💔 this loss hit me hard today," Springsteen, 25, began in the caption. "So much girlhood was lived to the backdrop of his work. praying for his beautiful family. link to the gofundme that his friends started to help with their expenses is in my bio if you feel led to support."

Cole, 57, responded to the cover, writing in the comment section of Springsteen's post, "So beautiful. Tears and more tears. Thank you for honoring James and his family. ❤️."

Kimberly Van Der Beek, 44, reposted the cover to herInstagram Stories.

Friends of Kimberly created aGoFundMeto support the Van Der Beek family amid the loss of James. The fundraiser claims the family is out of money and struggling to stay in their home after James' death on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

"In the wake of this loss, Kimberly and the children are facing an uncertain future. The costs of James's medical care and the extended fight against cancer have left the family out of funds," a description on the fundraiser read.

"They are working hard to stay in their home and to ensure the children can continue their education and maintain some stability during this incredibly difficult time," it continued. "The support of friends, family, and the wider community will make a world of difference as they navigate the road ahead."

The post went on to say that funds will cover essential living expenses, bills and support the children's education.

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"Every donation, no matter the size, will help Kimberly and her family find hope and security as they rebuild their lives," read the post. "Thank you for considering a gift to support them."

The GoFundMe has raised over $2 million, including a $25,000 donation from Steven Spielberg, who was the favorite director of James'Dawson's Creekcharacter.

James shares six kids with his wife, Kimberly — daughters Olivia, 15, Annabel, 12, Emilia, 9½, and Gwendolyn, 7, and sons Joshua, 13, and Jeremiah, 4.

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James died at 48 due to complications of stage 3 colorectal cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 11. His wifeannounced the news on Instagram.

"Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning," Kimberly wrote. "He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend."

The actor was first diagnosed in August 2023 and announced his diagnosis exclusively to PEOPLE in November 2024.

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"I have colorectal cancer," he revealed at the time. "I've been privately dealing with this diagnosis and have been taking steps to resolve it, with the support of my incredible family."

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Margot Robbiehas once again captured the fashion world's attention with a look that feels both historic and avant-garde. Attending her latest premiere, the actress stepped out in a stunning ensemble that looked like a piece of art recovered from a shipwreck.

Moving away from her usual polished aesthetic, she embraced a darker, more romantic vibe. The outfit perfectly balances the delicate nature of sheer fabric with a rugged, "distressed" finish that is making headlines everywhere.

Margot Robbie's sheer Ashi Studio corset gown is perfectly distressed and hand-painted

The centerpiece of Margot's look is a custom Ashi Studio gown that redefines red-carpet glamour. The dress features a strapless corset bodice that appears incredibly structured yet aged. Moreover, this corset is hand-painted with muted tones of rust and charcoal, giving it a weathered, vintage appearance. Adding to it, the colors bleed into the fabric, making the gown look as though it has been exposed to the elements for decades.

Designers crafted the skirt of the gown from fully sheer, ivory-toned silk and tulle. It clings to her frame before flowing into a dramatic, frayed mermaid train. The "distressed" theme continues throughout the bottom of the dress, with the hemline appearing artfully torn and unfinished. This creates a hauntingly beautiful silhouette that mimics the moody atmosphere of a classic novel.

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To complete the look, Margot wore matching off-the-shoulder sheer sleeves. These sleeves share the same "rusted" detailing as the bodice, wrapping around her arms in a delicate, gauzy layer. She accessorized the outfit with a bold, dark metal choker that added a touch of edge to the romantic gown.

Her styling was just as intentional as the dress. She wore her hair in loose, crimped waves that looked effortless and slightly windswept. Adding to it, her makeup was very natural and soft, allowing the intricate details of the hand-painted gown to take center stage. From the sheer layers to the "dirty" artistic stains on the fabric, Margot looked like a ghostly vision come to life.

Originally reported by Samridhi Goel onTheFashionSpot.

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Feb 13 (Reuters) - The U.S. is sending a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East ‌amid tensions with Iran, U.S. media outlets ‌reported late on Thursday.

The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford and ​its escort ships will be sent to the Middle East from the Caribbean, the New York Times, which first reported the news, said, citing U.S. ‌officials.

The White House and ⁠the Pentagon did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment outside ⁠of regular business hours.

Earlier this week, President Donald Trump had said he was considering sending a second ​aircraft carrier ​to the Middle East ​if a deal is ‌not reached with Iran.

The first aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln and several guided-missile destroyers arrived in the Middle East in January.

Trump said on Thursday the United States has to make a deal ‌with Iran and suggested an ​agreement could be struck over ​the next month.

"We ​have to make a deal, otherwise it's ‌going to be very traumatic, ​very traumatic," ​Trump told reporters.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said he hoped that Trump was ​creating the conditions ‌to reach a deal with Iran that ​would avoid military action.

(Reporting by Hyunsu Yim in ​Barcelona;Editing by Shri Navaratnam)