Kelly Osbourne Slams Trolls for ‘Kicking’ Her While She’s Down, Says She's 'Going Through the Hardest Time of My Life'

Kelly Osbourne reacted to recent criticism from trolls in a post on her Instagram Stories on Sunday, March 1

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• "I won't sit here and allow myself to be dehumanized in such a way!" she wrote

• Just hours prior, she accepted a lifetime achievement award on behalf of her late father, Ozzy Osbourne, alongside her mom, Sharon Osbourne, at the 2026 BRIT Awards

Kelly Osbourneis not here for constant "cruelty" from online trolls.

Hours after she attended the2026 BRIT Awardsin Manchester to collecta lifetime achievement awardon behalf of her late father,Ozzy Osbourne, alongside her mother,Sharon Osbourne, the television personality, 41, took to herInstagram Storiesto respond to the negativity she's been experiencing on social media.

"There is a special kind of cruelty in harming someone who is clearly going through something," said Kelly in a statement shared on her Instagram Stories on Sunday, March 1. "Kicking me while I'm down, doubting my pain, spreading my struggles as gossip, and turning your back when I need support and love most."

She continued, "None of it proves strength; it only reveals a profound absence of compassion and character.

"I'm currently going through the hardest time in my life. I should not even have to defend myself. But I won't sit here and allow myself to be dehumanized in such a way!" Kelly concluded.

The statement came just five days after she was forced to address body-shaming comments about her recent change in appearance.

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She had receiveda particularly damaging Instagram commentthat referred to theJuly 22 deathof theBlack Sabbathfrontman. "Looks like a dead body… She's tooooo thin and fragile… Looks like she's going to see her dad soon," a troll wrote.

Having shared a screenshot of the comment on her Instagram Stories, Kelly wrote, "Literally can't believe how disgusting some human beings truly are! No one deserves this sort of abuse!"

"This too shall pass, but like, holy f--k," she added.

Before addressing the harmful comments on her social media, Kelly hadslammed online critics for commenting on her bodyduring a Dec. 10 conversation with British broadcasterPiers Morgan.

"To the people who keep thinking they're being funny and mean by writing comments like 'Are you ill,' or 'Get off Ozempic, you don't look right.' My dad just died, and I'm doing the best that I can, and the only thing I have to live for right now is my family," Kelly said in a since-deleted Instagram clip.

"And I choose to share my content with you and share the happy side of my life not the miserable side of my life. So to all those people, 'f--k off,' " she added.

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Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie Banned from Attending Royal Ascot amid Parents' Ties to Epstein: Report

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have been banned from this year's Royal Ascot, according to a new report from The Daily Mail

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• The sisters will not join the royal family at the annual horse racing event in June amid concerns tied to their parents' relations with Jeffrey Epstein

• Their dad, the former Prince Andrew, was recently arrested and detained by police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, while their mom, Sarah Ferguson, is reportedly focusing on self-care amid the fallout

Princess BeatriceandPrincess Eugeniehave been banned from this year'sRoyal Ascotamid concerns tied to theirparents' relations withJeffrey Epstein, according to a new report.

Beatrice, 37, and Eugenie, 35, will not join theroyal familyat the annual horse racing event in June, theDaily Mailreported. The outlet added that the sisters — whose father is the formerPrince Andrewand mother isSarah Ferguson— will also not be present with other senior royals for the royal procession.

Speaking with theDaily Mail, a source said, "I've spoken to my friend who works at Ascot, and they said the girls have been told they can't be there this year."

"Beatrice has taken it the hardest. She's been completely blindsided by all of this," the insider added.

Eugenie and Beatrice, as well as Buckingham Palace and the Royal Ascot, did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment on Sunday, March 1.

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Andrew, 66,stepped back from his public royal rolein 2019 following a headline-makingBBC interview, in which he discussed his relationship with Epstein, who died by suicide that same year at age 66. The financier was awaiting trial for sex trafficking charges at the time of his death.

The former Duke of York has been connected toVirginia Giuffre, an outspoken Epstein victim who has alleged that she was made to have sex with Andrew when she was just 17 years old. Giuffredied by suicideat age 44 in 2025.

Queen Elizabethstripped her son of hismilitary titles and patronagesin January 2022, after a judge rejected his attempt to have Giuffre'ssexual assault lawsuitagainst him dismissed. He eventually settled with Giuffre out of court for an undisclosed sum.

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After Giuffre's posthumous book,Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice, was released last year, scrutiny of Andrew intensified, and hegave up the use of his royal titles, as well as other titles and honors.

Andrew, who has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing, was then stripped ofhis royal titles days laterbyKing Charles.

Ferguson, 66, for her part,appears numerous timesin the trove ofEpstein evidencethat was released by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), including one email in which she asked to work as Epstein's house assistant because she"desperately" needed money, and another where sheasked about children's charity advicewhile Epstein was in jail for solicitation of prostitution with a minor.

Last month, Andrew wasarrested and detained by policefor 11 hours on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The arrest on Feb. 19 marked the first of a royal since 1649, when King Charles I was beheaded for high treason.

Ferguson, meanwhile, is reportedly focusing on self-care amid the fallout over the Epstein ties. She has kept a low profile following the news of Andrew's arrest, and as of late January, PEOPLE understood that Fergusonplanned to spend time abroadas she considered her next moves.

Asource recently told PEOPLEthat Beatrice and Eugenie have been trying to "stay away" from the controversy surrounding their parents.

"They have young children, and this is their grandfather — their focus is on protecting their own children from this," the insider said. (Eugenie is a mom to sonsAugust, 5, andErnest, 2, with her husbandJack Brooksbank, while Beatrice is mom to daughtersSienna, 4, andAthena, 1, with her husbandEdoardo Mapelli Mozzi. She is also a stepmom to 9-year-old Christopher "Wolfie" Woolf.)

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A March Madness prelude: Men's basketball conference tournament schedule

Before theMadnessbegins, we need to crown conference champions andNCAA Tournamentautomatic bids are up for grabs.

Here's a list of themen's basketballconference tournament schedules:

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March Madness predictions:13 teams who can win NCAA tournament

Men's college basketball conference tournament dates, schedule

Listed by start date.

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• Horizon: March 2-10 (Indianapolis)

• Sun Belt: March 3-9 (Pensacola, Fla.)

• Patriot: March 3-11 (on campus)

• OVC: March 4-7 (Evansville, Ind.)

• ASUN: March 4-8 (Jacksonville, Fla.)

• Big South: March 4-8 (Johnson City, Tenn.)

• Summit: March 4-8 (Sioux Falls, SD)

• NEC: March 4-10 (on campus)

• MVC: March 5-8 (St. Louis)

• MAAC: March 5-10 (Atlantic City, NJ)

• WCC: March 5-10 (Las Vegas)

• SoCon: March 6-9 (Asheville, NC)

• CAA: March 6-10 (Washington DC)

• Big Sky: March 7-11 (Boise)

• America East: March 7-14 (on campus)

• Mountain West: March 7-14 (Las Vegas)

• Southland: March 8-12 (Lake Charles, La.)

• SWAC: March 9-14 (Atlanta)

• ACC: March 10-14 (Charlotte)

• Big 12: March 10-14 (Kansas City)

• Conference USA: March 10-14 (Huntsville, Ala.)

• Big Ten: March 10-15 (Chicago)

• Big East: March 11-14 (New York City)

• Big West: March 11-14 (Henderson, NV)

• MAC: March 11-14 (Cleveland)

• MEAC: March 11-14 (Norfolk, Va.)

• WAC: March 11-14 (Las Vegas)

• American: March 11-15 (Birmingham)

• Atlantic 10: March 11-15 (Pittsburgh)

• SEC: March 11-15 (Nashville)

• Ivy: March 14-15 (Ithaca, NY)

When is Selection Sunday 2026?

The 68-team bracket for the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament will be unveiled on 6 p.m. ET, Sunday, March 15.

When does March Madness start?

The first men's game of the 2026 NCAA tournament will be on March 17 with the start of the First Four in Dayton, Ohio.

March Madness 2026 schedule

The 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament will transpire over the next three weeks, which will end with the Final Four and the national championship game in Indianapolis.

Here's a rundown of the schedule for the 2026 NCAA Tournament:

• First Four: March 17-18

• First round: March 19-20

• Second round: March 21-22

• Sweet 16: March 26-27

• Elite Eight: March 28-29

• Final Four: April 4 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis

• National championship game: April 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis

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NYT ‘Connections’ Hints, Clues and Answers Today, Sunday, March 1, 2026

There's nothing quite as exhilarating as the feeling of completing the daily New York TimesWordle,Strands,Mini CrosswordandConnections Sports Editionword games in one fell swoop. But sometimes that can be easier said than done. If you need help with today'sConnectionspuzzle, keep reading.

Spoilers ahead! We've warned you. We mean it. Read no further until youreallywant some clues or you've completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today'sNYT 'Connections' hints and answers for#994 onSunday, March 1, 2026.

If you've been having trouble with any of theconnections or wordsin Sunday's puzzle, you're not alone, and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I'll reveal the answers further down.

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Hints About Today's NYT Connections Categories on Sunday, March 1

1. An amuse-bouche.

2. Essential tools for public works.

3. Symbols associated with taking a trip.

4. Think: edible, but not.

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Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciatedpatience!).

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Today's Connections Game Answers for Sunday, March 1:

1.LITTLE BITE:CANAPE, FINGER FOOD, HORS D'OEUVRE, TAPA2.CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT:HARD HAT, LADDER, NAIL GUN, TOOL BELT3. VACATION EMOJI:AIRPLANE, LUGGAGE, PALM TREE, SMILING FACE WITH SUNGLASSES4.THINGS YOU DON'T EAT THAT END IN FOODS:COPYPASTA, JOHANESBURGER, KNUCKLE SANDWICH, LICORICE PIZZA

How'd you do?

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NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for Sunday, March 1, 2026

Get excited—there's another New York Times game to add to your daily routine! Those of us word game addicts who already playWordle,Connections,Strandsand theMini Crosswordnow haveConnections Sports Editionto add to the mix.So, if you're looking for some hints and answers for today's Connections Sports Edition onSunday, March 1, 2026, you've come to the right place.

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What Is Connections Sports Edition?

Connections Sports Edition is just like the regular Connections word puzzle, in that it's a game that resets at 12 a.m. EST each day and has 16 different words listed. It's up to you to figure out each group of four words that belong to a certain category, with four categories in total.

This new version is sports-specific, however, as a partnership between The New York Times and The Athletic.

As the NYT site instructs, for Connections Sports Edition, you "group sports terms that share a common thread."

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Hints for Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories on March 1, 2026

Here are some hints about the four categories to help you figure out the word groupings.

• Yellow: Put money on one option.

• Green: Happenings on an NFL field.

• Blue: Think Billie Jean King.

• Purple: Not a meadow, but ...

Here Are Today's Connections Sports Edition Categories

OK, time for a second hint…we'll give you the actual categories now. Spoilers below!

• Yellow: BET

• Green: PRE-SNAP FOOTBALL MOTIONS

• Blue: TENNIS RACKET BRANDS

• Purple: ____ FIELD

If you're looking for the answers, no worries—we've got them below. So, don't scroll any further if you don't want to see the solutions!The answers to today'sConnections Sports Edition #524are coming up next.Related:15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day

What Are the Answers to Connections Sports Edition Today?

• BET: GAMBLE, RISK, STAKE, WAGER

• PRE-SNAP FOOTBALL MOTIONS: AUDIBLE, HARD COUNT, MOTION, SHIFT

• TENNIS RACKET BRANDS: BABOLAT, HEAD, PRINCE, WILSON

• ____ FIELD: PROGRESSIVE, RIGHT, SOLDIER, WRIGLEY

Don't worry if you didn't get them this time—we've all been there.

Up next,catch up on the answers to recent Wordle puzzles.

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Australian Hannah Green wins HSBC Women’s World Championship by a stroke

SINGAPORE (AP) — Australian Hannah Green has won the HSBC Women's World Championship for a second time, holding off a fast-finishing American Auston Kim to claim a one-stroke victory on Sunday.

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Green, the2019 Women's PGA Championship winner, closed with a 69, after an erratic back-nine with three birdies and three bogeys nearly opened the door for Kim.

Green tapped in for bogey at the last and a 14-under four-round total of 274 at the par-72 SentosaGolfClub and give her another title in Singapore after also winning here in 2024.

Kim had the equal-best round of the day with a 67 on the back off six birdies and an eagle, but bogeys at the second and especially at the par-3 15th ended her charge at 13-under 275, and one shot behind a faltering Green.

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Minjee Lee, who had been co-leader with Green coming into Sunday's final round, mixed three birdies with three bogeys for a frustrating even final round 72 and was tied for third with Angel Yin (71) and Pauline Roussin-Bouchard (68) of France at 11-under 277.

Top-ranked Jeeno Thitikul, who wonlast week's tournamentin her native Thailand, shot 73 Sunday and was 2-under 287 and tied for 31st. She was one shot behind defending championLydia Ko, who had a 72.

The 72-player, no-cut tournament was the second of three stops on the LPGA's early year Asian swing, with the final one next week at Hainan Island, China.

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Texas Tech thwarts Iowa State's chances at Big 12 title, NCAA No. 1 seed with 82-73 win

No. 4 Iowa State's chances at a Big 12 regular-season title and No. 1 seed in the NCAA men's basketball tournament suffered a setback withan 82-73 lossto No. 16 Texas Tech on Saturday.

The Red Raiders won their third straight game sincelosing star forward JT Toppinto a torn ACL in a loss to Arizona State on Feb. 17. Texas Tech shot 58% from the floor and 48% (14-for-29) on 3-pointers.

Donovan Atwell led the Red Raiders with 18 points, scoring all of his points from the 3-point line. Christian Anderson followed with 14 points and 7 assists, helping boost Texas Tech's record to 12-4 in the Big 12 (and 22-7 overall).

Texas Tech appeared to have the game in hand, holding a 79-62 lead with 1:35 remaining in regulation after two consecutive baskets by Anderson. However, Iowa State followed with a late surge, going on an 11-0 run. The Cyclones were helped by a bad pass from Anderson, leading to a turnover and Milan Momcilovic 3-pointer. That cut the deficit to 79-73 with 42 seconds left in the game.

On the Red Raiders' ensuing possession, Jaylen Wells' pass was picked off by Joshua Jefferson, giving Iowa State a chance to close to within three points. But Momcilovic missed a 3-point try, and Texas Tech finished off the win making three free throws off Iowa State fouls.

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Jefferson scored 22 points for the Cyclones, along with 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Momcilovic added 20 points, hitting 5-of-9 3-pointers.

With the defeat, Iowa State's record dropped to 11-5 in the Big 12 and 24-5 overall. The Cyclones could conceivably still play a role in deciding the conference title, facing Arizona on Monday. However, playing spoiler is surely not what T.J. Otzelberger's squad had in mind.

Last Saturday, Iowa State was the No. 4 teamamong the top 16 releasedby the NCAA tournament selection committee. Since those rankings were released, the Cyclones have lost to BYU and Texas Tech. That may have opened an opportunity for Houston (24-5, 12-4 conference) to get a No. 1 NCAA tournament seed, though it came in at No. 6 in the committee's rankings.

Texas Tech may have lifted itself into a top-four finish in the conference, which would lead to a bye through the first two rounds of the Big 12 tournament and an automatic berth in the quarterfinals.

No. 2 Arizona clinched a share of the Big 12 regular-season championship on Saturday withan 84-61 winover No. 14 Kansas. The Wildcats face Iowa State and Colorado (6-10 conference) to close out their schedule and will likely be the No. 1 seed in the conference tournament, which begins March 10.

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