A&M weighs SEC move amid Big 12 collapse
A&M appears set to leave the Big 12 for the SEC in response to UT's Longhorn Network and looming TV revenue disparities. Texas and A&M would then compete in separate conferences, impacting their yearly rivalry. Legal and political voices note committee timelines and past leadership in conference realignment.
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New Amsterdam Becomes New York and Other Historical notes
Highlights include 1664 New Amsterdam becomes New York as Dutch ceded Manhattan to Britain. 1900 Galveston hurricane devastates Texas killing over 8,000, the deadliest U S natural disaster. 1966 Star Trek premieres on NBC. 1974 Nixon pardon by Ford ends pursuit of crimes. 1998 Mark McGwire hits 62nd homer to break Roger Maris record. 2010 NYC population reaches 8 175 133. Moon phase notes follow.
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Perry Emerges as Front-Runner in GOP Primary Punditry
Political preseason signals show Texas Governor Rick Perry taking a double digit lead in national GOP primary polls. Analysts cite his strong conservative positions and anti-Obama message, plus tacit tea party support, as core reasons for momentum beyond Texas. Romney faces pressure to counter before early spring contests potentially shift the general election odds. Donna Brazile notes the window to regroup runs through December.
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