Alex Bregman free agency: Why Matt Chapman's contract extension could mean a bigger payday for Astros star

Where Giants can turn in free agency after missing out on Burnes

Who can the San Francisco Giants turn to next after missing out on signing free-agent pitcher Corbin Burnes? Alex Pavlovic weighs their options.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Sources: A's keep spending with Rooker extension

Designated hitter Brent Rooker and the Athletics are in agreement on a five-year, $60 million contract extension, sources told ESPN, continuing a winter of uncharacteristic spending with a ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Spurs trigger extension in Son contract until 2026

Tottenham Hotspur trigger an option to extend forward Son Heung-min's contract by a year, until the summer of 2026.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Why was Justin Trudeau forced out? With Trump on the horizon, his party wasn’t sure he could win | David Moscrop

Claims Canada’s prime minister was too leftwing have been overblown. Instead, he was brought down by his lack of popularity and being in charge too long. Justin Trudeau has announced he will step ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

She’s a Rugby Sensation, and Her Team Had to Find Her a Bigger Stadium

With over eight million social media followers and a Reese Witherspoon production capturing her moves, Ilona Maher has a global audience.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

Tottenham extend Son Heung-min’s contract to avoid free summer transfer

One-year option triggered in forward’s deal to 2026 Move prevents Son from lining up pre-contract deal Tottenham have triggered the one-year option on Son Heung-min’s contract to ensure he ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Purdy wants likely 49ers contract extension done quickly, quietly

San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy is heading into his impending 49ers contract extension negotiations with heightened urgency.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

49ers’ Charvarius Ward still dealing with PTSD after loss of daughter, may leave team in free agency because of it

"I had a lot of great times, but the worst thing that’s ever happened to me … happened in California."

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

A far-right leader could soon take the helm in EU member country Austria. Here's why it matters

Austria could soon have its first government led by the far right since World War II

ABC News - Jan. 6

Tyreek Hill's apparent refusal to play could trigger a contract showdown

The Dolphins face a potential contract mess involving their best player.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

What Dobbs seeks in free agency after historic 49ers start

Joshua Dobbs simply wants a chance to compete for a starting quarterback job or the primary backup role, and it's unclear if the 49ers offer him that opportunity.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Why playing a 70-year-old bat mitzvah student was so freeing for Carol Kane

Carol Kane really wanted to work with Jason Schwartzman. Then she found out about the director's unusual approach to filmmaking.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6

South Korea investigators seek extension of arrest warrant for president

Request comes after attempts to detain Yoon Suk Yeol were thwarted by presidential security service guards last week. South Korea’s investigating authorities have requested an extension of a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Cowboys' Micah Parsons pushing to be paid like 'best in the business' and sign before free agency

Dallas owner/general manager Jerry Jones will need some convincing on that timeline, which is why talks begin on Friday

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Why tell someone ‘I love you’ when you could overfeed, ridicule or ignore them?

The holidays have reminded me of the many languages of love – most of them barely comprehensible. It took a while, over the holidays, to work out how to stop my exhausted, frail mother-in-law ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Why Mike McCarthy could leave Cowboys even if Jerry Jones wants to keep him

Dallas' uncertainty around the future of its head-coaching situation could be resolved in one of three ways

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

Matt Gaetz can run, but can he hide?

The Ethics Committee’s well-documented conclusions should command the wide attention.

The Hill - Jan. 5

ATF chief warns that agency cuts could result in dire consequences

Congressional Republicans proposed $188 million in cutbacks to the agency this year, alleging the ATF overreaches and places too many restrictions, including on pistol braces.

CBS News - Jan. 4

Rangers Reportedly Looking To Unload Contracts With Hopes Of Acquiring A Star Player

Here's an inside look on what Chris Drury has planned for the Rangers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

4 Blackhawks Who Could Sign Extensions Next

There are a number of players the Blackhawks could extend next, but not a ton they should.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Brock Purdy Extension Talks Highlight Tricky NFL QB Market

Brock Purdy is in the line for the largest raise in NFL history. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback, who will enter the final year of his rookie contract in 2025, is slated to make a base salary ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Why Apple TV+ Will Gift a Free Binge-Watching Weekend

Executives at Apple TV+ are gambling on getting viewers hooked with this promo.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Why a home equity loan could be better than a HELOC this January

There's a strong case to be made for choosing a home equity loan over a HELOC this month. Here's what to consider.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Jimmy Butler trade rumors: Why Heat star's reported request might not change much about contentious situation

Butler is putting pressure on Miami, but that doesn't guarantee that he'll get his way

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know

Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.

CBS News - Jan. 3

No progress on Liverpool contract - Salah

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah says there has been no progress on extending his contract - and a breakthrough is "far away".

BBC News - Jan. 3

Mo Salah hints could be 'my last year' at Liverpool amid contract talks: 'We are far away from any progress'

As the January transfer window beings, Salah has the opportunity to sign a pre-contract at other clubs

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Star-studded transfer window on tap with free agency pending for Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, more

Elsewhere in today's edition of the Golazo Starting XI, will Christian Pulisic return for Milan?

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Will Matt Gaetz Participate in the House Speaker Vote?

The Florida Republican, who resigned his House seat during his short-lived bid for attorney general, has publicly flirted with the idea of showing up in Congress on Friday.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Why House Speaker Mike Johnson could face a challenge during leadership vote

House Speaker Mike Johnson may not have the votes needed to retain the gavel even with President-elect Donald Trump's endorsement. CBS News' Taurean Small and Libby Cathey report.

CBS News - Jan. 3

What the End of a U.N. Agency Would Mean for Palestinians

Israeli legislation will effectively halt work by Unrwa, the U.N. organization that provides food, education and medical treatment in the Palestinian territories.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2