Belichick gives ‘completely honest' reply to NFL wins record question

When It Comes to Bill Belichick, Follow the History, Not the Money

Consider the N.F.L. coaching great’s interview at the University of North Carolina to be a Plan B, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Lionel Messi wins MLS MVP: Superstar Argentine striker led Inter Miami to Supporters' Shield and points record

Despite less than 1500 minutes, Messi had the fifth most goal involvements in MLS history

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

Jared Goff completed at least five passes to six different receivers, an NFL first

Lions quarterback Jared Goff spread the ball around on Thursday night like no one in NFL history.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Why Cowboys' Micah Parsons believes Bengals QB Joe Burrow 'should be' NFL MVP despite 4-8 record

League history backs up Parsons' assertion about Burrow's play

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

FirstFT: US equity funds record $140bn of inflows after Trump’s election win

Also in this newsletter, South Korea’s ruling party warns president could impose martial law again and the FT’s most influential women of 2024

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Want More People to Reply to Your Texts? Stanford Research Says Stop Making This Common Texting Mistake

Do you pepper your messages with abbreviations like ‘imo’ and ‘ttyl’? If so, new research warns you’re making a big texting mistake.

Inc. - Dec. 6

Adam Lowry scores in OT to give Jets 3-2 win over Sabres and end 4-game skid

Adam Lowry scored 3:59 into overtime to end the Winnipeg Jets’ four-game losing streak in a 3-2 win against the Buffalo Sabres

ABC News - Dec. 6

The Big Question: is the US economy exceptional — or overhyped?

Three FT pieces this week explore the soaraway, world-beating success of American business. But can it last?

Financial Times - Dec. 6

LeBron (foot) questionable for Lakers-Hawks

LeBron James, who has played in all 22 games for L.A. so far, is listed as questionable for the Lakers' game Friday against the Hawks because of soreness in his left foot.

ESPN - Dec. 5

North Carolina interviews Bill Belichick: Super Bowl-winning coach lends legitimacy to top Power Four job

Regardless if UNC hires Belichick -- or if he's even truly interested -- his interview shows this job will be coveted

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

Belfast Health Trust questioned over hospital delays

Belfast's new maternity hospital at the Royal Victoria site is almost a decade behind schedule.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Giants hire two hitting coaches to complete Melvin's 2025 staff

The San Francisco Giants hired two assistant hitting coaches to finalize manager Bob Melvin's staff for the 2025 MLB season.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

No. 8 SMU looks to complete unbeaten run through ACC in conference title game vs. No. 18 Clemson

SMU had no problems handling the jump to the Atlantic Coast Conference

ABC News - Dec. 5

How bad is the 2025 NFL Draft class? Expert shares honest take

Is 2025 a bad year to have one of the top picks in the NFL Draft? Draft guru Mike Renner joined Phil Perry on the Next Pats Podcast to explain.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

Saquon Barkley aware he's closing in on NFL rushing record: 'You want to leave a legacy on a franchise'

Barkley won't get caught up in a pursuit of the record

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Macron criticizes Mercosur agreement as deal nears completion

Yahoo News - Dec. 5

Charities see an uptick in giving. This Giving Tuesday, they can thank retirees for that.

Older Americans can still do a better job of donating in a tax-advantageous way, experts said.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Answering NFL's biggest questions entering Week 14: Panthers to stick with Bryce Young as QB1 in 2025?

Jordan Dajani addresses some of the biggest topics around the league this week

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Duke vs. Auburn score: Blue Devils hand Tigers first loss, record statement win as Cooper Flagg scores 22

Duke stumbled down the stretch in losses to Kansas and Kentucky, but pulled through this time

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Bob Dylan trusts Timothée Chalamet will be 'completely believable' as the singer in his biopic

Bob Dylan endorsed Timothée Chalamet's lead casting in the folk singer's biopic 'A Complete Unknown,' calling him a 'brilliant actor.'

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

Former PlayStation Boss Questions Whether Proprietary Consoles Make Sense Anymore

Although he stepped down from his position as Chairman of Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2019, Shawn Layden hasn't been shy about sharing his views about the future of the gaming industry. And ...

GameSpot - Dec. 4

Lucy Letby questioned over suspicious deaths of babies in Liverpool

Jailed neonatal nurse’s lawyer condemns ‘leaking by police’ as possible link to Liverpool Women’s hospital emerges. Lucy Letby maintains her innocence, her lawyer said on Wednesday as he condemned ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

NFL seeding battles in stretch run for playoffs: Bills favored to win AFC top seed; Lions own best NFC odds

A look at where things stand entering Week 14

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

PM refuses to give further details of Haigh resignation

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch asks the PM why he appointed a "convicted fraudster" to his team.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Hegseth says he won't back down as questions about nomination mount

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s pick for Defense secretary, said Wednesday that he won’t back down amid growing scrutiny over his nomination. Hegseth posted a photograph of himself in the ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Trump's controversial Cabinet picks raise questions about lower ethical standards

The former president has shown he has no qualms about putting his most loyal confidants in his administration, no matter their baggage.

ABC News - Dec. 4

Lucy Letby questioned in jail over more baby deaths at two hospitals

Police confirm serial killer nurse is being interviewed about cases at a second centre, Liverpool Women’s hospital. Cheshire police have interviewed Lucy Letby in prison under caution over the ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Biden not answering questions about pardoning his son Hunter

It's been two days since President Biden announced his decision to pardon his son Hunter, and the elder Biden has still not answered questions about the move. President-elect Donald Trump's ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

Biden does complete reversal with pardon for son

President Biden’s decision to give his son a full and unconditional pardon represented a stunning reversal for the outgoing commander in chief, who previously had insisted he would do no such thing ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

This Giving Tuesday, Workplace Giving Could Be Getting a Boost

Celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday offers companies a chance to give back. Here’s a look at the state of workplace giving in 2024.

Inc. - Dec. 3

Hegseth dodges questions on alleged sexual, financial misconduct

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, dodged more questions on alleged sexual and financial misconduct carried out while he served as the head of a veterans' ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

Tiger Woods shares return plans after back surgery: 'When I'm ready to complete and play at this level'

Woods underwent a sixth back procedure two months ago to alleviate pain endured throughout 2024

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Jason Miller: Notion Biden would pardon Trump 'a complete media manipulation'

Trump-Vance transition team senior advisor Jason Miller dismissed the idea of President Biden pardoning President-elect Trump Monday night, calling the notion a "complete media manipulation." When ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

NFL Week 14 picks: Lions win Thursday thriller over Packers, Chiefs clinch AFC West with win over Chargers

Here's your weekly dose of John Breech's NFL picks

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

President Biden in Angola, not answering questions about Hunter Biden pardon

The fallout from President Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter, has followed the president on his trip to Angola where he's been peppered with questions about the move. Biden had previously said ...

CBS News - Dec. 3