NetEase Games has maintained for a while that it has no current plans to releaseMarvel Rivalsfor the Nintendo Switch, but what about its successor? With the Switch 2 due out sometime later this year, questions about whether the hero shooter will release for the new console have been asked more than a few times. And for NetEases part, thats very much on the cards.Speaking recently with IGN, producer Weicong Wu revealed that NetEase Games is already in contact with Nintendo, and open to bringingMarvel Rivalsto the Switch 2. Wu went on to explain that the Switchs technical limitations prevented the game from releasing for Nintendos current platform, something that NetEase is hoping the Switch 2 will be able to avoid.Were already in contact with Nintendo and working on some development kits, Wu said. And whenever we find that we could provide great performance for our game on Switch 2, were open to that. The reason why we didnt launch it onto the Switch, it was the first generation of that device they cannot provide a great experience for our gameplay. So if it could achieve that goal, were open to that.Marvel Rivalsis currently available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A Switch 2-focused Nintendo Direct is planned for April 2, where well hopefully seeMarvel Rivalsamong other titles being officially confirmed for the upcoming console.

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DeepSeek sent user data to ByteDance, Korean probe finds Published: 17 Feb. 2025, 17:51 Updated: 17 Feb. 2025, 19:37 LEE JAE-LIM[emailprotected]Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI People watch a TV reporting DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, during a news program at the Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, on Feb. 17, 2025. [AP/YONHAP] New downloads of the DeepSeek app have been suspended in Korea after a government investigation found that its AI model had sent personal data to China's ByteDance. We found that DeepSeeks user data was leaked to ByteDance, the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) said Monday. When users accessed DeepSeek, their information was being passed on to ByteDance as well. The PIPC said ByteDance, the Beijing-based parent company of TikTok, enacted the suspension voluntarily upon the regulator's request, admitting that it had neglected to adhere to domestic data protection laws during the launch of its global service. The finding was the result of the PIPC's ongoing investigation of DeepSeek's data security policies after a slew of government agencies and private corporations blocked the use of the service on their office devices. The commission did not specify the types of data it alleged had been passed to ByteDance but said the matter would be clarified during the investigation. We determined it would take a significant amount of time to rectify the DeepSeek service, the commission said in a briefing. To prevent further concerns from spreading, we recommended that DeepSeek temporarily halt its service in Korea while making necessary adjustments. Related Article DeepSeek is currently not available on the iOS App Store or Google Play Store for users with their locations set to Korea, though those with overseas app store locations can still download it. Korea-based users who had obtained the app before that date can still use the service.They can also access the service via web. The commission is in the stage of investigation whether DeepSeek poses any harm, the PIPC said. A full-scale ban could be controversial before its liability is officially determined. The regulator expects to complete its probe faster than it did its combined probe into the data management of OpenAI, Google and Microsoft last year, which took five months. The regulator will release guidelines for AI developers releasing their services in Korea after its DeepSeek investigation is complete. The commission is also working to revise the current Personal Data Protection Act to include stricter regulations on foreign companies. In the meantime, it requested that individual users to be prudent in entering personal information into DeepSeek's app. The agency plans to discuss security issues surrounding DeepSeek at the Global Privacy Assembly (GPA), which will take place in Seoul in September. The assembly is one of the worlds largest global networks of data protection authorities, counting the United States, the European Union, Japan and Korea as members. DeepSeek appointed a local representative in Korea last week. BY LEE JAE-LIM [[emailprotected]]

Trumps metal tariffs wont affect Apple (or any other smartphone manufacturer) directly, then, even if they cause significant turmoil in the cost of aluminum and steel in general. But the 10 percent tariffs on Chinese goods Trump announced earlier could have a direct impact on the price you pay.Around 80 percent of the world's phones are made in China, and while Apple has moved some of its manufacturing and assembly to India, millions of iPhones are still produced by Foxconn in factories in Shenzhen and Zhengzhou.The 10 percent tariffs, as it stands, will apply to these phones. And according to the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), its the American public who will end up paying the price.Tariffs are taxes on American consumers, not foreign governments or companies. Increasing tariffs on imports from Canada, China, and Mexico will fuel inflation and raise prices on tech products, automotive manufacturing, and services, says Gary Shapiro, CEO of the CTA, which is behind the annual CES tech trade show.Tariffs are tools for resolving trade disputesnot political bargaining chips for issues like immigration or drug control.That probably explains why Apples share price dropped three per cent after the China tariffs were officially announced. But even with those tariffs in place right now, they have not caused a sudden 10 percent rise in US iPhone prices. According to analysts, they may not even result in a 10 percent jump come September when the new iPhones are announced either.A 10 percent increase for the consumer will be a hard pill to swallow in a still-tough economy. So its quite possible the full 10 percent may not be passed to the end consumer or be negotiated down by that time, says Nabila Popal, a Senior Research Director at market intelligence firm IDC.Although the China tariff has stuck so far, it is also possible the situation can change by then. Especially with Trump, anything can change at any time.These tariffs being a starting point for negotiations is something Apple is familiar with. The company was granted numerous tariff exemptions during Trump's first term, with Tim Cook even sending Trump a $6000 Mac Pro after fees on the lines components added import costs were waived. This might help to explain why Cook was so visible at the inauguration this time round, or why he donated $1 million to Trumps inaugural fund.Apple, and other tech giants, work closely with US government to carve out special exceptions, says Popal. We have already seen Trump grant Apple exceptions from China tariffs in the past, so I wont be surprised if it happens again.Made in the USA?Of course, Trump's public rhetoric around the tariffs is that they are, in part, an effort to reinvigorate the American domestic industry. Phones might be small potatoes in the wider metal industry, but could these tariffsand tariffs like themever really encourage the iPhone, and other smartphones, to be made in the USA?One somewhat lazy answer to that, is they would cost several times the price, thanks to higher US wagesa price consumers simply don't want to pay.

Image: Nintendo LifeAs Nintendo gears up for its big Switch 2 Direct broadcast in April, it's still got plenty of other things as well as its day-to-day operations going on behind the scenes.With this in mind, it has recently renewed a few trademarks for its famous 'Seal of Quality' in Japan. The trademarks for these seals reference all sorts of video game-related things from "home video game consoles" to "ROM cartridges storing video game program software".Images: Nintendo (via chizai-watch.com)Nintendo also appears to have renewed a trademark for The Legend of Zelda series covering goods and services (including appliances, food, and medical-related items), and much more. Of course, trademark renewals don't always lead to anything, and for companies like Nintendo, it's often just business as usual when it comes to protecting intellectual properties.Admittedly, the 'Seal of Quality' renewal has already sparked some discussion online - with some fans using this as an opportunity to voice their frustrations about the state of the Switch eShop, which has been overrun by shovelware and supposed "scam games" in recent years.Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube796kWatch on YouTube The rise of "eSlop"A guarantee of quality, or a relic from the past?Fixing what Nintendon'tIf we hear any significant developments or updates, we'll let you know.[source chizai-watch.com, via bsky.app]Share:00 Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of Mario and Master Chief. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesMetroid Prime First 4 Figures 'Samus Phazon Suit' Sneak Peek, Pre-Orders Open SoonUpdate: Here's a teaser of the light-up collector's edition98 Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's 'Play On' eShop Sale (Europe)Every game we scored 9/10 or higherSwitch 2 Units Are Reportedly Selling For $40,000 On The Chinese Black MarketOr $50 trade-in at GameStopHideki Kamiya Wants Nintendo To Reboot Virtual Console For Switch 2Not a fan of Switch Online, huh?Forget Microsoft, Another Company Apparently Wanted To Buy Nintendo Back In The DayTalk about 'What If...'

ZDNETPresident's Day will be over in a few hours, but major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart are still celebrating with some serious savings on top tech.Also:The best Amazon Presidents' Day tech dealsFrom AirPods to the Oura Ring, there's still time left to snag savings that are near or equal to those we saw during Cyber Week 2024 on flagship Amazon devices, Apple products, and more. I scoured the sales -- along with the help of ZDNET team experts -- to bring you the bestPresidents' Day deals, so you can shop savings until the very last hour. Here are my favorite offers right now.Shop more deals at AmazonMy favorite Presidents' Day dealsOura Ring Gen3: Starting at $249 (save up to $100 at Oura): The Oura Ring Gen4 is here, but the Gen3 model is still a great pick if you're looking for insightful sleep and fitness tracking that's still stylish. Oura is offering several finishes of the Horizon and Heritage Gen3 model for up to $100 off.Dyson V15 Detect Cordless Vacuum: $600 (save $200 at Best Buy): The Dyson V15 is managing editor Alison DeNisco Rayome'sfavorite vacuum cleaner, and the popular model is 20% off now.Buy the OnePlus Open smartphone and get the Nord N30 phone and Buds Pro 3 earbuds for free: Starting at $1,700 (Get $480 worth of tech for free): One Plus is offering a sweet freebie offer if you purchase their OnePlus Open through Feb. 17. You'll get a Nord N30 ($300 value) and a pair of the Buds Pro 3 ($180 value) for free with the purchase of a OnePlus, which expert Kerry Wan says is one of the sleekest foldable phones on the market in his review.Bose Ultra Open Earbuds: $229 (save $70 at Best Buy): Expert Nina Raemont says these are thebest earbuds she's ever run in, and right now they're 23% off, $20 better savings than those offered during Black Friday.Google Pixel Buds Pro 2: $199 (save $30 at Amazon): Audio expert Jada Jones recommends these buds over AirPods for Android users, and right now they're seeing their first discount since they released last fall.Amazfit Helio Ring: $170 (save $30 at Amazon): This smart ring is expert Matthew Miller's new go-to for sleep tracking, and it's on sale for 15% off now.Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra + Free $200 Amazon Gift Card: $1,420 (save $200 at Amazon): You can still snag this free $200Amazon gift card offerwhen you purchase the new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, which expert Kerry Wan says is Samsung'sbest phone yet.Roborock Saros 10 Robot Vacuum: $1,400 (save $200 at Best Buy): The Roborock Saros 10 vacuum, which just recently launched after being unveiled at CES 2025, ison sale for the first time. These machines feature 22,000Pa of suction power (the most on the market) and are packed with AI features.Sony Bravia X90L TV: Save up to $2,000 at Best Buy: Sony's Bravia X90L TV is editor-in-chief Jason Hiner'spick for the best TV for the money, and right now every display size is on sale at Best Buy, starting with the 65-inch model for $1,000.Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen): $199 (save $50 at Amazon): Apple's Watch SE (2nd Gen) is finallyseeing a discountfor 2025, and is back down to $199. Right now, it's still the most affordableApple Watchout of the whole lineup, and is a great options for kids, elderly users, or first-time watch owners.Apple AirPods Pro 2: $229 (save $20 at Amazon): TheAirPods Pro 2are our pick for the best AirPods you can buy, and can turn into a hearing aid -- and they're seeing a slight discount ahead of the holiday.Apple AirTag 4-Pack: $70 (save $29 at Amazon): Perhaps one of ZDNET's favorite recurring deals of all-time, right now you cansave 29% on a four pack of Apple's handy AirTag trackers, which make finding your keys, wallet, purse, and more easier. Plus, this offer matches the lowest price this bundle typically sells for throughout the year, so you can't go wrong.Dreame X40 Ultra Robot Vacuum + Mop: $1,000 (save $500 at Dreame): ZDNET's pick for the best robot vacuum is on sale for nearly half off right now, andexpert Maria Diaz loves itfor its great mapping capabilities and 12,000Pa suction.The best Presidents' Day tech deals Kayla Solino/ZDNETApple Watch Series 10 GPS, 46mm: $359 (save $70 at Walmart): The newestbase model Apple Watchis discounted by almost 20%, matching the offers available during Black Friday. This model is equipped with GPS and an always-on retina display, and is available in three colors. Shop the 42mm model for $70 off, too.Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids: $140 (save $40): This Kindle Paperwhite variant is the brand's thinnest digital reader to date and a great pick for children. It's also waterproof and features a 7-inch display for easier reading.Shark FlexStyle Hair Styler: $250 (save $50 at Best Buy): If you're not convinced of the Dyson Airwrap's price even with a discount, Shark's flagship competitor is on sale for under $300.Owlet Dream Sock: $239 (save $60 at Amazon): This FDA-cleared smart baby monitor can track pulse, sleep sessions, oxygen, and more in babies, and it's 20% off for a limited-time. Expert Maria Diaz says this was one of thebest purchases she madeas a new parent.Apple AirPods Max (Lightning): $470 (save $80 at Best Buy): The lightning iteration of Apple's popular AirPods Max headphones are on sale at Best Buy for $80 off. Plus, swipe up theUSB-C model for $480 (save $70).Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen): $199 (save $50 at Amazon): The SE (2nd Gen) did not get an upgrade this year as rumored, but it's still the most affordable Apple Watch on the market.Peak Design Mobile Everyday Loop Case for iPhone 15 Pro: $24 (save $36): Now until March 10, Peak Design (one of ZDNET's favorite case brands) is offering up to 60% off select products (like this iPhone 15 Pro case) at Amazon, Peak Design, and participating retailers during the Legacy Phone Case Sale.Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro Tablet: $140 (save $50 at Amazon): Expert Maria Diaz loves Amazon's kids tablets for their affordability and great features, and the HD 10 Pro is no difference. In fact, shesays its a better buy than an iPadfor her kids, and it's 26% off now.Apple MacBook Air 15-inch, M3: $1,099 (save $200 at Amazon): Apple's MacBook series are pretty pricey, but right now you can grab the 15-inch M3 Air model for $200 off.Apple iPad Pro 13-inch M4: $1,099 (save $200 at Amazon): The most powerful iPad on the market is on sale for 15% off right now, and expert Kerry Wan was pleasantlysurprised with its performancecompared to his MacBook.Apple Pencil Pro: $99 (save $20 at Best Buy): The newest ApplePencil Prois on sale for $30 off, but Apple products don't see discounts often, and this is the best price you can nab right now for this model, especially if you're looking to pair it with a 2024 iPad Pro.iPad 10th Gen: $279 (save $70 at Best Buy): This $279 iPad deal is the model editor-in-chief Jason Hinerrecommends to most people, and it's 20% off.The best Presidents' Day headphones deals Matthew Miller/ZDNETSony WH-1000XM4 Headphones: $250 (save $100 at Best Buy): TheSony XM4headphones are not the newest model to hit the market, but they're still a great purchase if you're looking for premium sound. Right now you can save 29%.Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: $200 (save $50 at Best Buy): If you prefer Android gear, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are also on sale. Swipe up this pair for 20% off and grab top features like noise cancellation, real-time interpretation, sound optimization, and more.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones: $349 (save $80 at Bose): Expert reviewer Prakhar Khannaprefers the QuietComfort Ultraheadphones over the popular Sony XM5's for traveling, and right now they're $100 off, selling for the same price we saw during Black Friday.Sony Ult Headphones: $148 (save $52 at Amazon): Headphone expert JadaJones saysthese eased her Sony XM5 envy with all-day comfort and plenty of bass. Right now, they're on sale for 26% off.Sony WH-CH720N: $93 (save $57 at Amazon): Expert JadaJones saysthese Sony headphones are almost as good as the XM5 model, but will cost you under $100 right now.Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen): $55 (save $85 at Amazon): These budget buds are worth a mention thanks to their handy Alexa compatibility and their 71% off price.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds: $249 (save $50 at Amazon): ZDNET readers snag these Bose earbuds quick when they go on sale, and for good reason. Expert Nina Raemont calls these "the best noise-canceling earbuds on the market," and right now they're $70 off.The best Presidents' Day TV deals: OLED, QLED, and more Kerry Wan/ZDNETAmazon Fire TV 50-inch Omni Series 4K Smart TV: $310 (save $170 at Amazon): There's plenty of budget TV picks on sale, too, like this 50-inch hands-free smart TV that's Alexa compatible and 35% off.LG 65-inch Class C4 Series OLED: $1,500 (save $300 at Best Buy): This TV has AI-assisted deep learning that analyzes what you're watching to choose the best picture and sound setting for your content.Samsung The Terrace Partial Sun 75-inch Class QLED 4K TV: $5,000 (save $1,500 at Best Buy): Samsung's popular The Terrace TV is $1,500 off right now, and is the perfect pick for an outdoor setting thanks to its weatherproof design.Insignia 32-inch Smart HD Fire TV: $80 (save $70 at Amazon): This frugal Insignia 32-inch TV deal is back again. Grab a smart Fire TV for under $100 that's perfect for a dorm and more.Amazon Fire TV 50-inch: $300 (save $150 at Amazon): This TV has just about 40,000 reviews and a 4.5/5 star rating on Amazon, and it's 33% off now. You can't go wrong with a classic Fire TV packed with features like Alexa, 4K viewing, and live TV without cable.The best Presidents' Day robot vacuum deals Maria Diaz/ZDNETDreame X40 Ultra Robot Vacuum + Mop: $1,100 (save $50 at Amazon): The Dreame X40 Ultra is ZDNET"s top pick for the best 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop unit. It delivers 12,000Pa of suction power,r an extendable side brush to clean hard-to-reach corners, and hands-free charging.Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum + Mop: $360 (save $510 at Roborock): For a limited time, you can snag the Roborock Q7 Max+ for $360. As a vacuum mop combo, this machine features 4,200Pa suction power and 300g mopping pressures, promising a smooth and efficient clean. With its self-empty dock, you can have hands-free vacuuming for up to seven weeks. Thanks to Roborock's PreciSense LiDAR Navigation, you can rest assured that this robot vacuum will clean where it's supposed to and when it's supposed to.Roborock S8 Max Ultra Robot Vacuum + Mop: $1,000 (save $600 at Roborock): One of the best two-in-one machines on the market, the Roborock S8 Max Ultra is now $1,000. It's a pretty penny, but expert Maria Diaz says the simplicity and efficiency make this robot worth the money. You could fill the clean water tank, empty the dirty water tank, and set a schedule to tackle your home without having to do anything for a couple of days.Roborock S8 Pro Vacuum and Mop: $900 (save $700 at Roborock): Another great offer at Roborock, this S8 Pro combo model comes with its RockDock and offers 6,000Pa of suction to clean up messy floors with ease.The best Presidents' Day home deals Maria Diaz/ZDNETRing Battery Doorbell: $60 (save $40 at Best Buy): The newest 2024 Ring battery doorbell is 40% off now, and features head-to-toe video, two-way talk, and full motion detection.Dyson V15 Detect Cordless Vacuum: $600 (save $200 at Best Buy): The Dyson V15 is managing editor Alison DeNisco Rayome'sfavorite vacuum cleaner, and the popular model is 20% off now.Anker Solix C1000 Power Station: $479 (save $320 at Amazon with coupon): This Anker power station can fully charge in 48 minutes and is perfect for power outages, home backups, and camping.Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus: $150 (save $50 at Amazon): This outdoor cam from Ring offers 1080p HD video and is great for equipping your home with added security. Right now, it's 25% off. TheRing Spotlight CamandSpotlight Cam Pro, which expert Maria Diaz loves forher home, is also on sale for 24% off.Ring Wired Doorbell Pro: $180 (save $50 at Best Buy): This Ring wired doorbell option is 22% off right now, and it's ZDNET's top pick for the best wired Ring doorbell.Phillips Hue Lightstrip: $72 (save $18 at Amazon): This 16-foot lightstrip lets you add ambiance anywhere in your home thanks to thousands of personalized colors you can customize in the app. When is Presidents' Day? Presidents' Day is always celebrated on the third Monday of February. This year, it falls on Feb. 17, just a few days after Valentine's Day. Show more How did we choose these deals? ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy -- devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we're recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing -- in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. Show more When will these deals expire? Deals are subject to sell out or expire at any time, though ZDNET remains committed to finding, sharing, and updating the best product deals for you to score the best savings. Our team of experts regularly checks in on the deals we share to ensure they are still live and obtainable. We're sorry if you've missed out on a deal, but don't fret -- we're constantly finding new chances to save and sharing them with you atZDNET.com. Show more Does Amazon have a Presidents' Day sale? Yes, Amazon does offer significantsales and discountsfor Presidents' Day 2025. In fact, many of the retail giant's Presidents' Day deals are already live with sales underway, overlapping with the Amazon Valentine's Day discounts. With less than a week between the two holidays, there's lots of savings to be had for consumers. Show more Does Best Buy have a Presidents' Day sale? Yes, Best Buy is also running a Presidents' Day sale from Feb. 10-17. Many of Best Buy's offers directly match deals at other major retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart, while some offers remain unique to them. We've been keeping up with Best Buy's top Presidents' Day offers ahead of the holiday too, so you can shop there with ease. Show more ZDNET Recommends

SHENZHEN, CHINA - AUGUST 31: UFC President Dana White attends the press conference after the UFC ... [+] Fight Night event at Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre on August 31, 2019 in Shenzhen, China. (Photo by Zhe Ji/Getty Images)Getty ImagesUFC 314 seems to be in the advanced stages from a card-completion standpoint.While were still waiting on two potentially huge shoes to drop with an Ilia Topuria-Alexander Volkanovski rematch as the main event and a possible Bo Nickal-Paulo Costa meeting on the main card, the nine fights reportedly signed have us interested in the April 12 PPV at the Kaseya Center in Miami.The latest addition is a middleweight scrap featuring Sedriques Dumas taking on Michal Oleksiejczuk, per Octagon Update and confirmed on Tapology.The 29-year-old Dumas earned his spot on the roster with a submission win over Matj Pez in August 2022 on Dana White Contender Series.JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - JUNE 23: Sedriques Dumas poses on the scale during the UFC Fight Night ... [+] ceremonial weigh-in at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on June 23, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesSince breaking into the main roster, Dumas has gone 3-2. Hes athletic and well-rounded, but has struggled to take complete control of fights.Oleksiejczuk, also 29, is a rugged fighter from Poland whose career has hit a snag. Hes taken three straight definitive losses. Most recently, he was completely outclassed by Shara Magomedov in August 2024.ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - AUGUST 02: Michal Oleksiejczuk of Poland poses on the scale during ... [+] the UFC Fight Night ceremonial weigh-in at Etihad Arena on August 02, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesMORE FOR YOUIn total, he has lost to four of his last five opponents. Hes had tough competition over that stretch with the losses coming to Caio Borralho, Michel Pereira, Kevin Holland and Magomedov.On paper, the fight with Dumas should be a step down in competition. All that means is there will be a ton of pressure on Oleksiejczuk to avoid the dreaded four-fight losing streak. Another loss could put his back against the wall as it pertains to remaining in the UFC.Thats the tough but compelling part about every UFC event. There are fighters scraping to stay on the roster and those looking to push themselves into title contention or to defend or win championships.Here is a look at what UFC 314s full card could look like if the rumored fights stick.UFC 314 - Potential Fight Card(Rumored, Confirmed, and Possible Bouts)Ilia Topuria vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2 UFC Featherweight Championship RUMOREDAlexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Kara-France 2 UFC Flyweight ChampionshipGilbert Burns vs. Michael Morales WelterweightBo Nickal vs. ??? Middleweight POSSIBLENikita Krylov vs. Dominick Reyes Light HeavyweightVirna Jandiroba vs. Xiaonan Yan StrawweightChase Hooper vs. Jim Miller LightweightAlberto Montes vs. Roberto Romero (Weight Class Not Specified)Sumudaerji vs. Mitch Raposo FlyweightDarren Elkins vs. Julian Erosa - FeatherweightSedriques Dumas vs. Michal Oleksiejczuk - MiddleweightEven if Topuria-Volkanovski II doesnt land on the card as Nickal leaked, you have to think the UFC is going to add a legit title fight as the main event. With all due respect to Pantoja and Kara France, rarely will you see the UFC sit tight with a flyweight championship bout as the main event.It happened at UFC 310 in December 2024, but that was only because Belal Muhammad had to pull out of his fight against Shavkat Rahkmonov. Expect a major fight to take the main event spot and for Pantoja-Kara France to be the co-main event.

Answers for today's NYT Mini Crossword are just ahead.New York TimesIn case you missed Sundays NYT Mini, you can find the answers here:Wondering who the Inside Out girl is? Not sure what a locale for cars may be? Dont worry, because I'm here to help you with the answers for today's NYT Mini crossword.The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper's larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles are sometimes larger, especially on Saturdays.Unlike its larger sibling, the NYT Mini crossword is free to play on the NYT Games app. However, youll need an NYT Games subscription to access previous puzzles in the archives.To help you avoid getting stuck and having to reveal missing letters, here are the NYT Mini Crossword answers for Tuesday, February 18 (spoilers lie ahead, of course):NYT Mini Crossword Clues And AnswersNYT Mini Across AnswersMORE FOR YOU1 Across: Urban green space PARK5 Across: Place to store computer files DRIVE6 Across: Inside Out girl RILEY7 Across: The "E" of E.M.T.: Abbr. EMER8 Across: Word that can follow 1- and 5-Across to make locales for cars WAYNYT Mini Down Answers1 Down: ___ donna PRIMA2 Down: Alvin of dance AILEY3 Down: One going cross-country in a camper, for short RVER4 Down: Escape room item KEY5 Down: Played a round of Pictionary DREWCompleted NYT Mini crossword for Tuesday, February 18.New York TimesIt took me 0:51 to complete today's NYT Mini.I got the first four Across answers with little difficulty, but I must have mis-pressed a key, as I accidentally filled RILEY in from the 6 box downward. That confused me a little as the wrong first letter was in place for WAY (Y instead of W).I knew PRIMA was the answer for 1 Down, but I had never heard of Alvin AILEY. Nor was I really familiar with the term parkway. But hey, I got the right answers eventually, especially once 5 Down clicked.Make sure to follow my blog for more coverage of the NYT Mini and other word games, as well as video game news, insights and analysis. It helps me out a lot! Also, follow me on Bluesky! Its fun there.