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What Zolak is hearing about Belichick's pursuit of UNC coaching job

Is Bill Belichick seriously considering a pivot to college? Scott Zolak relays what he's heard about Belichick's interest in the North Carolina head coach job.
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9
Mysterious illness, dubbed "disease X," has killed dozens in Congo, WHO says

The WHO says 406 cases of the disease have been recorded and that more than half of those who died were children younger than 5.
CBS News - Dec. 9
U.S. can become a crypto superpower with 'sensible' regulation, Eric Trump says

Speaking to CNBC's Dan Murphy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Eric Trump said Monday that he'd been a "big fan of crypto for a long time."
CNBC - Dec. 9
Illness delays trial of men charged with cutting down Britain's scenic Sycamore Gap tree

The trial of two men charged with cutting down the majestic Sycamore Gap tree last year along Hadrian’s Wall in northern England has been postponed until next year
ABC News - Dec. 9
Sycamore Gap tree felling trial delayed by illness

One of two men accused of illegally felling the landmark tree is unwell and unable to stand trial.
BBC News - Dec. 9
'My grandfather's probably pissed at me': Freiermuth's celebration joke leads Week 14 quips

Mac Jones drew from first-hand experience in discussing the difficulty of winning in the NFL, among other top Week 14 remarks.
ESPN - Dec. 9
UK regulators urged to make City firms report data on ‘class ceiling’

Letter from campaigners calls for mandatory reporting of socio-economic backgrounds
Financial Times - Dec. 8
Guardiola responds to Mourinho jibe: 'It was a joke'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he was only joking when he referred to winning twice as many Premier League titles as Jose Mourinho.
ESPN - Dec. 7
Cambridge University urged to apologise over jailing of thousands of ‘evil’ women without evidence or trial

A 1561 charter granted powers to imprison young working-class women found walking with undergraduates after dark. In 1561, a little-known charter granted the University of Cambridge the power to ...
The Guardian - Dec. 7
S Korea president apologises for martial law declaration

Yoon Suk Yeol says he will not make a second such order as he faces an impeachment vote.
BBC News - Dec. 7
South Korean president apologises for martial law attempt as impeachment vote looms

Yoon Suk Yeol tells nation he will face legal consequences and will not try to impose martial law for a second time. The South Korean president, Yoon Suk Yeol, has apologised for his short-lived ...
The Guardian - Dec. 7
South Korea's Yoon apologises for martial law but does not resign ahead of impeachment vote

SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologised on Saturday for his attempt to impose martial law this week but did not resign, defying intense pressure to step down even from some ...
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7
U.S. Ship Regulator Probes Spain's Alleged Blocking of Vessels

The U.S.-flagged ships were blocked from a Spanish port after Spain reportedly said it would wave off vessels believed to be carrying military equipment for Israel.
The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6
A mystery illness has killed dozens of people in Congo. UN experts are now investigating

The World Health Organization said Friday it deployed experts to investigate a mystery flu-like disease that in recent weeks killed dozens of people in southwest Congo
ABC News - Dec. 6
A mystery illness has killed dozens of people in Congo. UN experts are now investigating

The World Health Organization said Friday it deployed experts to investigate a mystery flu-like disease that in recent weeks killed dozens of people in southwest Congo
ABC News - Dec. 6
Job Growth Bounced Back in November

After October’s noisy jobs report, November’s reading got a boost from strike resolutions and hurricane recoveries.
Inc. - Dec. 6
Reports: Bill Belichick talks with North Carolina about open head coaching job

The former New England Patriots coach has been out of coaching this year. UNC fired Mack Brown before the final game of the regular season.
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5
Jeff Bezos Says He’s ‘Optimistic’ About Trump’s Goal of Cutting Regulations

‘If I can help do that, I’m going to help him,’ the Amazon founder said of the incoming president’s deregulatory initiative.
Inc. - Dec. 5
Mattel sued by mom over 'Wicked' merchandise with link to porn site

A South Carolina mom is suing Mattel after the toymaker mistakenly printed URL links on 'Wicked' dolls' packaging that directed consumers to a porn site.
Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5
Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers

Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costs
Financial Times - Dec. 5
British regulators approve $19 billion Vodafone-Three mobile merger

British regulators said the tie-up can proceed if both companies sign "binding commitments to invest billions" to roll out a 5G network across the U.K.
CNBC - Dec. 5
UK regulator approves £16.5bn combination of Vodafone and Three

Merger is expected to create Britain’s largest mobile operator
Financial Times - Dec. 5
Jeff Bezos says he is 'optimistic' about a new Trump term and can help with cutting regulations

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says he is “optimistic” about President-elect Donald Trump’s second term and expressed some excitement about potential regulatory cutbacks in the coming years
ABC News - Dec. 4
Jeff Bezos says he's optimistic about Trump, will help administration reduce regulation

Donald Trump and Jeff Bezos clashed frequently during the president-elect's first term in the White House.
CNBC - Dec. 5
With tongue-in-cheek joke, Scottie Scheffler weighs in on money and Ryder Cup pay-for-play

For all the fans who are tired of hearing about purse sizes, player equity and potential deals with foreign investment funds, know that Scottie Scheffler shares your fatigue.
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4
Mysterious illness in Congo has killed dozens of people, health authorities report

A mysterious disease with flu-like symptoms has killed dozens of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to health officials.
NBC News - Dec. 4
Mattel Sued Over ‘Wicked’ Dolls Packaging Linking to Porn Site

Dolls of characters in the hit movie went to store shelves with an error that send customers to an adult film site, prompting a South Carolina mom to file suit against the toy maker.
Inc. - Dec. 4
Fetterman jokes he'd consider confirming DeSantis if he admits to lifts

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joked Wednesday that he’d consider confirming Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) as Defense secretary if he admits to the use of lifts in his shoes. “I’ll consider a YES on ...
The Hill - Dec. 4
Deutsche Bank chief calls for relief on regulation and ‘rethink’ on tax

Call comes amid discontent with Germany’s ruling coalition ahead of snap election in February
Financial Times - Dec. 4
Cathay Pacific apologises over inflight Family Guy episode with Tiananmen Square scene

Hong Kong carrier removes episode from entertainment system after social media complaint that it might breach national security laws. Hong Kong’s flagship airline, Cathay Pacific, has apologised ...
The Guardian - Dec. 4
UK medicines regulator needs more resources, drugmakers say

Report by industry group finds MHRA’s ‘capacity and predictability’ is biggest factor deterring investment
Financial Times - Dec. 4
Canadian minister says Trump was joking when he said Canada could become the 51st state

A Canadian minister who attended a dinner between President-elect Donald Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Trump was joking when he suggested Canada become the 51st U.S. state
ABC News - Dec. 3
Mom sues Mattel over Wicked doll packages with porn site link

Holly Ricketson of South Carolina files proposed class action after daughter shows her hardcore photographs. Mattel was sued on Tuesday by a South Carolina mother for mistakenly putting a link to ...
The Guardian - Dec. 4
Is Enron back? If it's a joke, some former employees aren't laughing

Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in corporate fraud and greed in America after it went bankrupt in 2001, is coming back
ABC News - Dec. 3
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive

CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.
CNBC - Dec. 3
Trump reportedly jokes Canada could be 51st U.S. state if tariffs wreck economy

Trump outlined his plans to place 25% tariffs on all Canadian goods imported into the U.S., in a meeting with Trudeau at Mar-a-Lago
MarketWatch - Dec. 3
Nomura chief apologises after ex-employee charged with clients’ attempted murder

Former wealth management staff arrested after allegedly setting customers’ house on fire
Financial Times - Dec. 3
FirstFT: Critics see chance to close US accounting regulator

Also in this newsletter, Nato’s new chief warns of ‘dire threat’ of a bad Ukraine peace deal and China hits back against chip sanctions
Financial Times - Dec. 3
UK regulator opens door to Shein London listing

Financial Conduct Authority values disclosure over ‘corporate behaviour’, says Nikhil Rathi
Financial Times - Dec. 3
Gregg Wallace apologises for 'middle-class women' comment

And, President Biden pardons son Hunter.
BBC News - Dec. 2

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