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PGA Tour veteran Gary Woodland revealed Monday that he has battled post-traumatic stress disorder related to the brain surgery he underwent 2 1/2 years ago.

The September 2023 operation addressed a lesion and halted his seizures. Woodland, the 2019 U.S. Open champion, returned to the tour the following January and has played regularly ever since, but not all has been well.

"I can't waste energy anymore hiding this, and I'm blessed with a lot of support out here on the Tour," Woodland, 41, said in an emotional interview with Golf Channel. "Everyone's just been amazing. Every week I come out and everyone's so excited and happy that I'm back. I hear that every week -- it's so nice to see you past this, it's so nice to see you 100% -- and I appreciate that love and support. But inside, I feel like I'm dying, and I feel like I'm living a lie."

Woodland illustrated his struggles by discussing an incident at an event in Napa, Calif., last fall.

Woodland was triggered by a tournament staffer walking near him on the golf course.

"I stepped aside, I pulled my caddie and said, 'This stuff is hitting me, man. You can't let anybody get behind me,'" Woodland said. "Next thing you know, I couldn't remember what I was doing. My eyesight started to get blurry. And a hole later, I just said (to my caddie) ... 'I can't handle it.' And I start bawling in the middle of the fairway. It was my turn to hit, and I couldn't hit."

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His caddie said to Woodland, "Let's go in," but Woodland decided to keep playing because he was competing with two members of the U.S. Ryder Cup team for which he was about to serve as an assistant captain.

"I said, 'No, man, I'm here for these guys. I want to fight through this,'" Woodland said. "I went into every bathroom to cry the rest of the day. When I got done, I got in my car and got out of there.

"There are days when it's tough -- crying in the scoring trailer, running to my car just to hide it. I don't want to live that way anymore."

Woodland said of discussing his mental-health issues, "I hope somebody that's struggling sees me out here still fighting and battling and trying to live my dreams. I've talked to veterans, and one thing I've heard from multiple people is you can't do this on your own, no matter how strong you think you are. ...

"I want to help people, too. I realize now I've got to help myself first -- and hopefully this is the first step in doing that."

Woodland has four career wins on the PGA Tour, none since his U.S. Open victory 5 1/2 years ago. Last year he had one top-10 finish, a tie for second at the Texas Children's Houston Open, and he wound up 72nd in the FedEx Cup standings.

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Sash Gavalyugov had 23 points and six assists and Santa Clara likely wrapped up its first NCAA Tournament bid in 30 years with a 76-71 victory over No. 21 Saint Mary's in the West Coast Conference semifinals on Monday night at Las Vegas.

Elijah Mahi added 19 points and seven rebounds and Allen Graves had 10 points and three steals for third-seeded Santa Clara (26-7), which is sitting on the NCAA tourney bubble.

The Broncos will face top-seeded Gonzaga for the league's automatic bid in the championship game on Tuesday.

Paulius Murauskas recorded 26 points and eight rebounds for the second-seeded Gaels (27-5), who are solidly part of the NCAA Tournament field despite the setback.

Mikey Lewis added 23 points and Andrew McKeever produced 11 points and 11 rebounds for Saint Mary's.

Santa Clara hasn't played in the NCAA Tournament since 1996, when it finished a run of three appearances in four seasons during the Steve Nash era.

Mahi knocked down a 3-pointer to give Santa Clara a 71-69 edge with 1:42 left. He added a layup with one minute remaining to give the Broncos a four-point lead.

Joshua Dent hit a jumper in the lane to bring Saint Mary's within 73-71 with 41.5 seconds to go.

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The Gaels chose not to foul, and with the shot clock winding down, Gavalyugov buried a 3-pointer from well behind the arc to give the Broncos a five-point lead with 12.1 seconds to play.

The victory was the 600th in the career of Broncos coach Herb Sendek.

Santa Clara shot 48.4% from the field, including 11 of 25 (44%) from 3-point range. The Broncos shot 58.6% (17 of 29) in the second half.

The Gaels connected on 44.4% of their shots and were 6 of 20 (30%) from behind the arc.

Saint Mary's led by five in the second half before Santa Clara scored 13 of the next 18 points. Graves scored the final five to give the Broncos a 52-49 lead with 11:30 remaining.

The Gaels scored the next four points to inch back ahead before Santa Clara went on a 9-2 spurt. Thierry Darlan scored the last five to give the Broncos a 61-55 advantage with 7:23 left.

Graves' three-point play pushed Santa Clara's lead to 64-57 with 6:38 remaining. Murauskas then scored five points during a 7-0 spurt as the Gaels knotted the score with 4:33 left.

Murauskas scored 10 first-half points, and Saint Mary's led 35-32 at the break.

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Graham Ike recorded 24 points and 11 rebounds and No. 12 Gonzaga advanced to the West Coast Conference tournament title game by dispatching Oregon State 65-56 on Monday night in Las Vegas.

Davis Fogle added nine points and six rebounds off the bench for the top-seeded Bulldogs (29-3), who held a 16-0 edge in fast-break points during the wire-to-wire victory.

Gonzaga will be looking to notch its 22nd WCC tourney title in the past 28 seasons on Tuesday. The Bulldogs will play either second-seeded Saint Mary's or third-seeded Santa Clara. Those squads play in Monday's late semifinal.

Jorge Diaz Graham registered 15 points, nine rebounds and four blocked shots for fourth-seeded Oregon State (17-16), who likely played its final game under Wayne Tinkle. The 12th-year coach was dismissed on Feb. 26 and is finishing out the season.

Ike averaged 26.8 points with a high of 35 in four games against the Beavers over the past two seasons.

The Bulldogs shot 47.2% from the field, including 3 of 14 from 3-point range.

The Beavers connected on 33.9% of their field-goal attempts and were 6 of 25 from behind the arc. Noah Amenhauser added 11 points for Oregon State.

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Gonzaga led by 16 early in the second half before the Beavers used a 7-0 run to move within 46-37 with 12:45 remaining.

Tyon Grant-Foster responded with consecutive baskets to push the lead back to 13 with 11:06 left.

The margin was 10 before the Bulldogs ran off eight straight points. Ike hit a jumper, Fogle scored back-to-back hoops and Ike made two free throws to give the Bulldogs a 58-40 lead with 6:53 left.

Oregon State scored the game's final seven points to cut the margin into single digits before Tinkle and Gonzaga coach Mark Few shared a long embrace at midcourt.

Ike scored 12 first-half points as the Bulldogs led 38-24 at the break.

Gonzaga scored the game's first six points and later ripped off 11 straight to take a 21-6 advantage just 11-plus minutes into the contest.

The Beavers scored 13 of the next 19 points to move within eight before Adam Miller buried a 3-pointer and Jalen Warley contributed a dunk to make it 32-19 with 3:20 to play.

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Conan O'Brienis back in the late-night talk show business conversation afterStephen Colbertshared a private piece of advice. "There's a lot of fun to be had when this is over," O'Brien reportedly told him. O' Brien is referred to as "the patron saint of ex-talk show hosts" byColbert. The late-night veteran was not trying to push Colbert out. Instead, he was describing life after a talk show, from new projects to more freedom, as the format faces fresh pressure across TV.

Stephen Colbert says Conan O'Brien urging him to 'quit' talk show was actually 'kind'

According to The Hollywood Reportercover storydated March 9, 2026, Stephen Colbert recalled a conversation from "a few Emmys ago." Colbert said Conan O'Brien had been telling him "to quit for years." Then he quoted the advice directly. O'Brien told him, "I want you to know there's a lot of fun to be had when this is over, so don't feel like you need to stay." Colbert said, "It almost hurt my feelings, but he was just being kind."

Meanwhile, the context behind that exchange wasConan O'Brien's own exit from late-night in 2021. He retired from the format while it was in dramatic free fall. Since then, the former "Late Night," "The Tonight Show," and "Conan" host built a hit podcast, landed a $150 million SiriusXM deal, and fronted the Emmy-winning travel series "Conan O'Brien Must Go." That is why his take carries weight. He is not theorizing about life after a talk show. He already rebuilt one and was living it.

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However, the same report showed why O'Brien's advice matters more now. The Hollywood Reporter said CBS announced in July that it was canceling "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," calling it "purely a financial decision." But netizens connected it to an earlier Colbert criticism ofPresident Donald Trump.

Then it noted wider late-night pressure, including Disney briefly pulling "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" in September before restoring it. Although Conan's approach to hosting was never political, he still said, "I'm of the mind that yes, these shows are going away and will become something else." Even so, he added, "I don't like when other malign forces intervene, because they're trying to curry favor. That pisses me off."

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Taylor Swift's legal process behind the branding has reportedly hit a small obstacle. Federal records show that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has paused a trademark application linked to Swift's phrase "The Life of a Showgirl." The filing was submitted by the singer's company, TAS Rights Management LLC.

Taylor Swift facing roadblock over 'The Life of a Showgirl' trademark is temporary

The pause in Taylor Swift's federal application process does not mean the trademark request for the phrase "The Life of a Showgirl" has been denied. Instead, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) placed the application on hold while it evaluates two earlier marks that could potentially conflict with Swift's proposed title.

One of the marks prompting the delay is "Confessions of a Showgirl," a phrase registered in 2015 by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade. According toUSA Today, Wade originally filed the application in 2014. The USPTO later granted federal protection for the title in connection with entertainment services, including live performances, stage productions, television programming, and digital publications such as blogs and e-zines.

Because both Wade's trademark and Swift's proposed title use the phrase "of a showgirl," trademark examiners believe people might think the two brands are connected. This could cause confusion about whether they come from the same source.

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A second factor affecting Swift's filing involves a separate trademark application for the single word "Showgirl." In December 2024, Harlem Brands Inc. applied to register "Showgirl" for a line of perfumes and related fragrance products. That application has already progressed through examination and received a Notice of Allowance.

Trademark attorney Josh Gerbenexplained in a recent blog postthat roughly one in five trademark applications encounters a similar outcome of refusal during the review process. "This type of refusal is fairly common. About 20% of all trademarks filed with the USPTO receive a similar refusal," he stated.

"The main point of this argument will be to persuade the USPTO that consumers are unlikely to think that 'Confessions of a Showgirl' and 'The Life of a Showgirl' come from the same source," Gerben further wrote. In Swift's case, the attorney noted that the two titles may communicate separate ideas. "Confessions of a Showgirl," he said, reads like "a personal narrative or tell-all account," while "The Life of a Showgirl" suggests "a broader portrayal of the experience itself."

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King Charles IIIis reportedly ready to fund living arrangements for his younger brother,Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor. However, this comes at a cost. Sources claim that the king is ready to provide for the ex‑prince's lavish life but only if he stays out of the public eye. The former Duke of York has been in the limelight lately because of various controversies surrounding him. Now, Andrew will have to be under "house arrest" in exchange for a comfortable lifestyle funded by his brother.

King Charles funding ex-Prince Andrew's lifestyle in exchange for his house arrest, says source

The British monarchy faced a series of challenges after the various controversies surrounding Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor came to light. This resulted inKing Charlesmaking a decision to strip Andrew of his titles. He even ordered his brother to move out of Royal Lodge along with his ex‑wife, Sarah Ferguson.

The ex‑prince is currently staying at Sandringham Estate. He is expected to move to Marsh Farm once the renovations of the place are done. Earlier reports suggested that the former prince will have only two household staff — a chef and a valet — at Marsh Farm.

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As per a newRadarOnlinereport, Charles would provide for his brother's living arrangements. However, this will only happen if he stays isolated. The reports come after Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in office. While he was released after a few hours, he still remains under investigation.

Marsh Farm, whereAndrewis supposed to live permanently, has been fitted with a lot of security features. A source revealed that this is to make sure that the former duke has minimal public exposure while the investigation continues.

An insider shared, "Effectively, Andrew is now under house arrest and will remain so for the rest of his life, as, in exchange, his brother will fund his comfortable lifestyle." The source added that this is an "unofficial agreement." However, the monarch is clear that if Andrew wants to have the same lifestyle he did before, he will have to stay "locked away."

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By Parisa Hafezi, Enas Alashray and Kanishka Singh

Funeral of victims of Israeli and U.S. strikes, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran

DUBAI/CAIRO/WASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) - Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday they would not allow "one litre of oil" to be shipped from the Middle East if U.S. and Israeli attacks continue, prompting a warning from President Donald Trump that the U.S. would hit Iran much harder if it blocked exports from the vital energy-producing region.

The heightened ‌rhetoric did little to quell a sharp retreat in crude prices and a rally in global shares, which came after Trump expressed confidence in a swift end to hostilities even after Iran appointed ‌Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader in a signal of defiance.

Trump said on Monday the United States had inflicted serious damage on Iran's military and predicted the conflict would end well before the initial four-week time frame he had laid out, though he has not ​defined what victory would look like.

Israel says its war aim is to overthrow Iran's system of clerical rule. U.S. officials mainly say Washington's aim is to destroy Iran's missile capabilities and nuclear programme, but Trump has said the war can end only with a compliant Iranian government.

At least 1,332 Iranian civilians have been killed and thousands wounded since the U.S. and Israel launched a barrage of air and missile strikes across Iran at the end of February, according to Iran's U.N. ambassador.

Trump warned that U.S. attacks could rise sharply if Iran sought to block tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which handles one-fifth of the world's oil supply.

"We will hit them so hard that it will not be ‌possible for them or anybody else helping them to ever recover that section ⁠of the world," Trump said at a news conference on Monday.

IRAN SAYS IT WILL DETERMINE END OF WAR

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps said it would not allow any oil to leave the region if attacks from the United States and Israel continue.

"We are the ones who will determine the end of the war," a spokesperson said, describing Trump's ⁠comments as "nonsense", according to state media.

In a later Truth Social post, Trump repeated his warning.

"If Iran does anything that stops the flow of Oil within the Strait of Hormuz, they will be hit by the United States of America TWENTY TIMES HARDER than they have been hit thus far," he said.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Iran was unlikely to resume negotiations with the U.S., citing what he described as a "bitter experience" with past talks.

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"After three rounds of negotiation, the American team in the ​negotiation ​said itself that we made a big progress. Still, they decided to attack us. So, I don't think talking to the ​Americans anymore would be on our agenda any more," he said in an interview ‌with PBS.

The war has already effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz, leaving tankers unable to sail for more than a week and forcing producers to halt pumping as storage facilities fill.

Mojtaba Khamenei's appointment on Monday appeared to dash hopes of a swift end to the war, sending oil markets surging and share markets nosediving, before swinging in the other direction when Trump predicted a quick end to the war and reports of a possible ease in sanctions on Russian energy.

After speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump said the United States will waive oil-related sanctions on "some countries" to ease the shortage.

According to multiple sources, that could mean a further easing of sanctions on Russian oil, which could complicate efforts to punish Moscow for its war in Ukraine. Other options include a possible release of oil from strategic reserves or restricting U.S. exports, sources said.

Brent crude futures fell more than 10% on Tuesday ‌after soaring by as much as 29% on Monday to their highest since 2022. Global stock markets also bounced.

The price of ​gasoline has particular political resonance in the United States, where voters cite rising costs as a top concern ahead of the November ​midterm elections, when Trump's Republicans will try to keep control of Congress.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll released Monday found ​67% of Americans expect gas prices to rise over the coming months, and only 29% approve of the war.

"They're horrible," one Los Angeles driver said of current gas prices. "They're ‌too expensive, they're high, they're just so high, you know. Sometimes you have to ​choose between gas and other things that you really need."

OIL ​REFINERY HIT

Tehran was choked in black smoke after an oil refinery was hit, an escalation in strikes on Iran's domestic energy supplies. World Health Organization chief Tedros Ghebreyesus warned the fire risks contaminating food, water and air.

Turkey said NATO air defences had shot down a ballistic missile that was fired from Iran and entered Turkish airspace, the second such incident of the war. Iran did not immediately comment ​on the report.

Israel's military said it had launched new attacks in central Iran ‌and struck the Lebanese capital Beirut, where Israel has extended its campaign after the Iran-backed militia Hezbollah fired across the border.

In Australia, five Iranian women's soccer team players were granted humanitarian visas ​after they sought asylum fearing persecution in their home nation. Canberra has also promised to send military surveillance aircraft to the Middle East and missiles to the United Arab Emirates to ​help them defend themselves against attacks from Iran.

(Reporting by Reuters bureaux, Writing by Lincoln Feast; Editing by Michael Perry)