Loss to Rams likely sends 49ers' slim playoff hopes down the drain

JetBlue offers fresh sign of strong travel demand, sending its stock higher

JetBlue raises its guidance to reflect higher-than-expected bookings in November and December.

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

Why Brussels hopes cracking down on China will also save EU industry

Also in this newsletter: Is EU drug policy fair to poorer states?

Financial Times - Dec. 4

The Jameis Winston Roller Coaster Fell Off the Tracks in the Browns’ Loss

The quarterback threw for a franchise-best 497 yards and four touchdowns but also had a pair of interceptions that the Broncos returned for scores.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Miami's playoff hopes nosedive as Alabama rises in the latest College Football Playoff rankings

Miami’s playoff hopes took a nosedive while Alabama’s got a boost in the last rankings before the College Football Playoff bracket is set next weekend

ABC News - Dec. 3

College Football Playoff bracket: What 12-team field looks like after penultimate CFP Rankings release

Boise State could lock up a first-round bye with a win over UNLV in the Mountain West title game

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Chinese man in U.S. charged with sending weapons to North Korea

A Chinese man living in the U.S. illegally was arrested Tuesday and accused of exporting guns and ammunition to North Korea and of planning to send other technology to the nuclear-armed pariah state.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Donald Trump Jr. joins e-commerce company, sending its shares up 270%

PublicSquare, which describes itself as catering to "patriotic Americans," is adding the son of President-elect Donald Trump Jr. to its board.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Schools given £740m to adapt buildings for Send pupils

The money is the "first step" towards major Send reforms, the education secretary tells BBC News.

BBC News - Dec. 4

College Football Playoff rankings: 3-loss Alabama has inside track at playoff berth ahead of 2-loss Miami

The Crimson Tide moved ahead of the Hurricanes on Tuesday night.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Western businesses in China hold on to hopes for Trump 2.0

Some believe the incoming US president is in a strong position to negotiate a trade deal with Beijing

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Funerals for non-playoff teams: Bears, Bengals, 49ers, Browns & more | Football 301

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon read the obituaries for the most disappointing NFL teams of the 2024 season, declaring each team's hopes and dreams for the 2024 season, ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Dak Prescott shares his hope for Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys future

"[I’m] almost feeling helpless like I can’t help him in this situation, especially a guy you believe in so much and you believe in being your head coach,” Prescott told Yahoo Sports.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Prudential Financial CEO Charles Lowrey to Step Down

Andrew Sullivan, head of international businesses and global investment management, will succeed him.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3

Fantasy Football Playoff Defense (DST) Rankings

Which defenses can you trust to bring you to a fantasy football championship?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Donald Trump Jr. joins PSQ Holdings' board, sending shares skyrocketing 270%

PSQ is a microcap stock with a market capitalization of only $72 million as of Monday's close.

CNBC - Dec. 3

RGIII outlines three reasons for 49ers' downfall in 2024

Robert Griffin III outlined three reasons why the San Francisco 49ers have struggled this season.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Man charged for allegedly sending guns, ammo to North Korea

Shenghua Wen, a Chinese national living in California, has been charged by federal law enforcement for allegedly shipping guns and ammunition to North Korea. Prosecutors allege Wen received $2 ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

DNC chair minimizes November losses, argues Democrats have ‘robust’ foundation

Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Jaime Harrison minimized his party’s losses up and down the ballot in November and argued Democrats have a “robust” foundation to build on, going into ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Experts create controllable gastric balloon to aid weight loss

Device inflates before eating and contracts afterwards, simulating the effects of having a meal, say scientists. From weight loss jabs to vibrating pills , the obesity crisis has spawned myriad ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Greece hopeful of deal on Parthenon Sculptures as Starmer meets Mitsotakis

Downing Street reiterates that UK prime minister will not stand in way of deal between Athens and British Museum

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Murder arrest after mum rammed off e-bike

Alana Armstrong died when an e-bike was struck by a 4x4 vehicle in Pleasley, Derbyshire.

BBC News - Dec. 3

NFL Week 13: Five things we liked and didn't like, including Russell Wilson taking what's given to him

Wilson threw for 414 yards but didn't rely on deep shots

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Broncos see off Browns to strengthen play-off hopes

Watch highlights as the Denver Broncos come from behind to beat the Cleveland Browns despite Jameis Winston throwing a franchise record 497-yards and four touchdowns.

BBC News - Dec. 3

DNC hopes to highlight success ahead of post-election meeting

The Democratic National Committee is hoping to highlight down-ballot successes last month as it hosts a key post-election meeting.

ABC News - Dec. 3

49ers RBs McCaffrey, Mason both headed to IR

49ers running backs Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason are both headed to injured reserve.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Rams claim '23 1st-round CB Forbes off waivers

The Rams claimed former Commanders first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes Jr. off waivers Monday.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Norway sends F-35s, 100 soldiers to guard Polish airport near Ukraine

Yahoo News - Dec. 3

Why Whitner claims 49ers' roster needs ‘overhaul' in 2025

NBC Sports Bay Area's Donte Whitner explained why the San Francisco 49ers should overhaul the roster for the 2025 NFL season in the latest episode of "Hitner's Hot Take."

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Rangers Fragile Confidence On Full Display In Disastrous Loss To Devils

The Devils took over Madison Square Garden in every way possible on Monday night.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

U.S. Sending $725 Million in Arms to Ukraine, Including More Land Mines

The package, the largest since April, comes amid deep concerns in Ukraine that the Trump administration may cut off aid. The president-elect has vowed to end the war quickly, but has not said how.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

How 49ers are supporting Williams, Ward through unthinkable tragedies

Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers are rallying around Trent Williams and Charvarius Ward after the NFL stars both lost children this season.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey headed to IR with an injured right knee

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will not need surgery on his injured right knee but he will miss the rest of the regular season

ABC News - Dec. 2

49ers put running backs Christian McCaffrey, Jordan Mason on injured reserve

McCaffrey suffered a PCL injury during Sunday's loss to the Bills, while Mason went on IR with a high ankle sprain.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

Which College Football Teams Are on the Playoff Bubble?

Alabama is in danger of missing out on a 12-team playoff in its first season since Nick Saban’s retirement.

The New York Times - Dec. 2

Is OpenAI Getting Into the Advertising Business? The Company Is Sending Mixed Messages

The AI giant’s CFO says it’s looking into ads, but adds that it has no active plans as yet.

Inc. - Dec. 2

Kittle identifies 49ers' two biggest weaknesses this season

49ers tight end George Kittle revealed San Francisco's two biggest weaknesses during the team's rocky 2024 NFL season.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

Ravens’ loss to Eagles highlights potential hole in their playoff hopes. How concerned should they be — and what comes next?

Can Baltimore trust kicker Justin Tucker the rest of the season? And if there's any doubt, should they change how they use him?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

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