Por Edgar Aviles, CNN en Español

El Super Bowl LX ya conoce a sus dos finalistas. El domingo 8 de febrero, los Seahawks de Seattle se enfrentarán a los Patriots de Nueva Inglaterra en busca de la corona de la temporada 2025.

El Levi’s Stadium de Santa Clara, California, albergará la edición número 60 de la gran final del fútbol americano en Estados Unidos. Es uno de los eventos deportivos más importantes a nivel mundial, y hay un sinfín de curiosidades que le dan vida y emoción.

El término “Super Bowl” fue idea de Lamar Hunt, entonces propietario de los Chiefs de Kansas City, quien se inspiró en un juguete de sus hijos llamado “Super Ball”. La palabra “Bowl” (o “Tazón” en español) la adoptó de los partidos por el campeonato de fútbol americano universitario.

Hunt combinó ambas palabras y le dio al juego por el campeonato de la NFL el nombre de Super Bowl, o Súper Tazón en español.

El propio Lamar Hunt fue quien propuso enumerar cada edición del Super Bowl con números romanos en lugar de números ordinarios, con el fin de evitar confusiones, ya que el juego se realiza a principios de cada año, pero en realidad corresponde a la temporada que comenzó el año anterior.

La edición del Super Bowl de 1971 fue la primera a la que se le adjudicaron números romanos. Aquel encuentro lo ganaron los Colts de Baltimore sobre los Cowboys de Dallas.

El espectáculo del medio tiempo nació en 1967, año en que se jugó la primera edición del Super Bowl. Sin embargo, las primeras ediciones de las décadas de los ’60, ‘70 y ‘80 ofrecieron shows con bandas locales y de bajo impacto mundial.

Recién a inicios de la década de los ’90, en 1993, el evento tuvo un giro radical cuando en el Super Bowl XXVII se presentó Michael Jackson, luego de que el espectáculo del año anterior presentara bajos números de audiencia.

Los espacios de publicidad durante la transmisión del Super Bowl han alcanzado precios exorbitantes. De hecho, en este evento se han registrado los precios más caros de la historia para cualquier evento deportivo en el mundo.

El trofeo que se le entrega al equipo campeón del Super Bowl lleva el nombre de Vince Lombardi, quien es uno de los entrenadores más importantes en la historia de la NFL.

Durante su carrera dirigió a los Packers y a los Redskins, pero fue con Green Bay con quien ganó cinco campeonatos de la NFL, incluyendo las dos primeras ediciones del Super Bowl.

Vincent Thomas Lombardi ingresó al Salón de la Fama en 1971, coincidiendo con el año en que se empezó a utilizar números romanos para el Super Bowl.

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By Fredreka Schouten, CNN

(CNN) — A state court on Tuesday blocked Virginia Democrats’ redistricting effort, delivering a setback to the party’s plans to redraw congressional lines ahead of November’s midterm elections.

Tazewell County Circuit Judge Jack Hurley Jr. ruled that Democrats in the General Assembly failed to follow the correct procedures when they launched a last-minute effort to change the state’s constitution and pave the way for a mid-decade redraw.

Democratic legislative leaders said they intended to immediately appeal the ruling. If the ruling is upheld, however, it delivers a major blow to the party’s hopes of picking up as many as four additional seats in November’s midterms.

The elections will determine which party controls the US House during the final two years of President Donald Trump’s time in office.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

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By Daniel Wine, CNN

Welcome to 5 Things PM! Scientists created the Doomsday Clock as a symbolic representation of how close humanity is to destroying the world. The timepiece just got reset, and it’s now the closest it’s ever been to midnight.

Here’s what else you might have missed during your busy day.

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1⃣ Weeks without power

The death toll from the historic winter storm rose to more than 30, and officials said parts of the South could be without power for “weeks, not days.” Meanwhile, forecast models are predicting a bomb cyclone off the East Coast this weekend. See the scenarios.

2⃣ Bouncing back

After nearly seven years of bad news, Boeing just announced the end of a long stretch of deep financial losses. The aerospace giant turned a rare profit, a sign its problems could be coming to an end.

3⃣ What matters

When it’s cold out and gets dark early, it can be tempting to just stay home and keep to yourself. But that’s not good for your health and well-being. A new book reveals the key to a fulfilling life.

4⃣ $1,000 car payments

Record-high car prices — coupled with high interest rates — are leading to huge monthly payments for many in the US. That’s pushing more people to rely on credit cards and accumulate additional debt.

5⃣ A life-changing trip

Eight years ago, Amanda Meyer Barkley left her home in Louisiana for a short vacation in Prague. She decided to stay for good and quickly learned to drop her “American smile.”

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Living on the edge: A major landslide triggered by violent storms left houses in this Italian town dangling on the precipice of a cliff. More than 1,500 people have been evacuated.

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Below is a press release from the Santa Maria-Bonita School District regarding Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) registration.

SANTA MARIA, Calif. – The Santa Maria-Bonita School District (SMBSD) is pleased to announce that registration for Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) for the upcoming school year will officially begin on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

Families may pick up a registration packet at any elementary school within the Santa Maria-Bonita School District. For those requiring personalized assistance with the enrollment process, the district encourages parents and guardians to visit their nearest neighborhood school, Family Resource Centers, or the Souza Student Support Center.

Eligibility and Enrollment Details

The district’s TK program is specifically designed for children who will turn four years old on or before September 1, 2026. Families with children currently enrolled in a district TK program can enjoy a streamlined process; these students will be automatically enrolled in Kindergarten for the next term, and parents do not need to complete a new registration packet.

Required Documentation

To ensure a smooth enrollment experience, families should be prepared to provide the following documents:

• Proof of Residence: A current utility bill (gas, water, electricity, or internet) or a formal letter from a landlord.
• Immunization Records: Up-to-date vaccination history.
• Official Identification: A birth certificate or passport for the child.
  

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Support for Families

SMBSD is committed to ensuring every child has access to education, regardless of their current circumstances. Families who are missing required paperwork or are currently experiencing homelessness are encouraged to contact the district’s Family Resource Centers  for additional support and assistance. Family Resource Center staff can be reached at the following numbers: (805) 623-1029, (805) 361-6738 or (805) 361-6931.

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