Bracketology: Could Duke nab the No. 1 overall seed?

The SEC continued to dominate in this week's edition of Bracketology, but is Duke making a run toward a top seed?

ESPN - 2h

Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion for Christmas Eve drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an estimated $1 billion for the drawing on Christmas Eve. It's only the seventh time in the game's history the jackpot has hit that mark. Dave Malkoff has more.

CBS News - 13h

1 killed, several injured in Florida boat explosion

At least one person was killed and six others injured when a boat exploded in a marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Three people suffered traumatic injuries. Cristian Benavides reports.

CBS News - 13h

The Mega Millions jackpot is now $1 billion — but that’s not the only reason lottery sales could see a holiday spike

Christmas also fuels one form of lottery playing in particular.

MarketWatch - 14h

Bracketology: Trojans back to a No. 1 seed -- but what about UConn?

After losses to Notre Dame and USC, the Huskies' path to a 1-seed got a whole lot harder.

ESPN - 17h

As older Americans downsize, over 20 million homes could become available—but they're not where young people want to move

"Empty nesters" downsizing isn't likely to be the solution to the housing shortages facing major U.S. cities, recent Zillow research finds.

CNBC - 21h

Nissan could face cost-cutting 'carnage' in Honda merger, Carlos Ghosn says

"There is practically no complementarity here," the former Nissan CEO told CNBC.

CNBC - 21h

Could Dean Withers Be One of the Democrats’ TikTok Bro Whisperers?

Dean Withers argues online with right-wing stars like Charlie Kirk and Ben Shapiro. His goal? To reach their young, male followers.

The New York Times - 22h

Ranking Every N.F.L. Team From First to Worst, With a Battle for No. 1

The playoff picture is coming into focus, but plenty of questions remain as the slate turns to Week 17.

The New York Times - 22h

College Football Playoff format changes: What's potentially on the table and how/when things could happen

After a messy opening weekend, everybody has their own ideas on how to "fix" the playoff. Here's what's actually being considered behind closed doors.

Yahoo Sports - 23h

Lindsey Vonn thinks her new titanium knee could start a trend in skiing. And pro sports in general

Lindsey Vonn thinks her new titanium knee could be the start of a trend in ski racing

ABC News - 1d

Hertl scores decisive goal as Golden Knights beat Ducks 3-1

Tomas Hertl scored a go-ahead goal in the third period, Adin Hill made 31 saves and the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Anaheim Ducks 3-1

ABC News - 1d

Trump Says it Could be Worth Keeping TikTok in U.S. for a Little While

The President-elect said the attention he’s gotten on the social platform prompted him to think it should keep operating, despite a law requiring its sale by Jan. 19.

Inc. - 1d

Trump's 25% tariff could be an existential threat to Canada's recovering auto industry

There's growing concern that potential tariffs on Canadian imports to the U.S. could be an existential threat to the country's recovering automotive industry.

CNBC - 1d

Nissan could face cost-cutting 'carnage' in Honda merger, Carlos Ghosn says

Nissan will be the victim of cost-cutting “carnage” if it combines forces with Japanese peer Honda, former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn told CNBC on Tuesday.

NBC News - 18h

FDA approves GLP-1 generic for Type 2 diabetes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a generic daily injectable for the GLP-1 medication for patients who are 10 years old and up with Type 2 diabetes. The liraglutide ...

The Hill - 18h

Toyota to donate $1 million to Trump inauguration

President-elect Trump’s inauguration is getting $1 million from Toyota Motor North America. A spokesperson for Toyota confirmed the inauguration donation to The Hill on Tuesday. Toyota joins Ford ...

The Hill - 19h

Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion ahead of Christmas Eve drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot is estimated to be $1 billion -- which would make it the seventh-largest in the game's history.

ABC News - 20h

At least 1 dead after massive waves batter Northern California coast

At least one person died after massive waves battered Northern California's coast on Monday. A man was trapped by debris that washed up on a beach in Santa Cruz, authorities said. The man was ...

CBS News - 20h

Shooting at Indianapolis shopping mall injures 1, prompts police to evacuate shoppers

Police say an 18-year-old man allegedly fired shots inside an Indianapolis shopping mall, wounding one person and prompting officers to evacuate holiday shoppers on Monday night

ABC News - 22h

1 person killed, 5 hospitalized after fiery Florida boat explosion

One person is dead and five others were hospitalized after a boat explosion at a marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Monday, officials said.

NBC News - 22h

Why Scottie Scheffler changing his putting grip could lead to an even-more-dominant 2025 season

Scheffler was among the leaders on the greens at the Hero World Challenge where he bested all but two men by at least 10 strokes

CBS Sports - 22h

NFL playoff scenarios for Week 17: How Chiefs and Lions can clinch No. 1 seeds, secure first-round byes

Plus, five teams can clinch playoff berths

CBS Sports - 22h

Fox News's Kilmeade estimates Greenland could cost $1.5 trillion

Fox News’s Brian Kilmeade estimated Monday that Greenland could cost some $1.5 trillion, after President-elect Trump said earlier this week the U.S. owning the country “is an absolute necessity.” ...

The Hill - 23h

IRS says 1 million taxpayers will get up to $1,400 rebate

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) said around 1 million taxpayers will get up to $1,400 in a rebate in the coming weeks. The automatic payments, which are set to go out later this month, will be ...

The Hill - 23h

1 dead, 5 hospitalized after boat explosion and dock fire in Florida

The boat explosion occurred at approximately 6 p.m. on Monday and was caught on the live feed of an EarthCam set up at the dock.

ABC News - 1d

Killing remote work could kill government efficiency in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has threatened to veto any state budget that contains return-to-office mandates for state employees, citing the benefits of remote work in terms of productivity, ...

The Hill - 1d

How a proposed Honda-Nissan merger could impact car buyers

As Honda and Nissan move toward a potential merger, the auto industry's shift away from gas-powered vehicles could significantly impact your next car purchase. Kelly O'Grady explains what this ...

CBS News - 1d

1 dead, 2 missing as Northern California coastline hit by large waves

One person died on a Santa Cruz County beach and two went missing in Monterey County Monday after large waves battered the Northern California coastline amid a high surf warning.

CBS News - 1d

Could Trump heal Canada’s ailing economy?

Economists say a jolt from the south could shock the country out of its torpor

Financial Times - 1d

1 dead, 5 injured in Fort Lauderdale marina boat fire

A person was found dead in the water and five others had to be rushed to local hospitals following a boat fire.

CBS News - 1d

Cross loses as record number of seeds out of Worlds

Former champion Rob Cross is knocked out of the 2025 World Darts Championships as a record number of seeds fall in the second round at Alexandra Palace.

BBC News - 1d

Mega Millions jackpot nears $1 billion for Christmas Eve lottery drawing

A Mega Millions player may win a big jackpot on Christmas Eve. The lottery prize for the December drawing is at an estimated $970 million.

CBS News - 1d

Highest-paid player in college football history? Transfer QB Darian Mensah's Duke deal is sign of times

$5 million budgets become $15 million and $10 million become $25 million in a market rife with NIL inflation

CBS Sports - 1d

Four-star WR commit Vance Spafford could be Georgia's next Ladd McConkey: 'The comps are obvious'

Spafford has already drawn countless comps to McConkey throughout his recruitment

CBS Sports - 1d

IRS to send 1 million taxpayers up to $1,400 in 'special payments.' How to know if you're eligible

Some taxpayers who didn't receive Covid-19 stimulus check funds they were due can expect to receive money from the IRS. Here's what to know about the payments.

CNBC - 1d

College basketball rankings: Duke continues to rise in Coaches Poll, undefeated Oklahoma moves up

Undefeated Tennessee remains No. 1 in this week's Coaches Poll

CBS Sports - 1d

Winter weather could snarl holiday travel in parts of the U.S.

Winter storm threats are lurking in parts of the northern U.S. and could impact holiday travel plans for the millions expected to hit the roads and skies this week. CBS News senior national weather ...

CBS News - 1d

Ranking 5 teams most equipped to end Chiefs' Super Bowl reign: Ravens left out, plus a surprise at No. 1

Who could potentially unseat the Chiefs in the playoffs?

CBS Sports - 1d

Reseeding the College Football Playoff bracket: Ohio State moves to No. 2 seed entering quarterfinals

The Buckeyes tick up in the CFP field after the blowout win over Tennessee in the first round

CBS Sports - 1d

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