Off price retailer TJX is set for another stellar year as a reliable defensive stock

Penn State hopeful Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Abdul Carter will be ready for Orange Bowl

Penn State coach James Franklin thinks there's a chance defensive star Abdul Carter will be back for College Football Playoff semifinals against Notre Dame

ABC News - 3h

N.Y.C. Congestion Pricing Begins on Sunday

After twists and turns, a contentious plan meant to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements is scheduled to take effect at midnight Sunday.

The New York Times - 4h

Forgan and Kirkby win another medal for USA Luge, and Lolo Jones set to return to World Cup bobsled

Chevonne Forgan and Sophie Kirkby of the U.S. got their third World Cup women’s doubles luge medal of the season Saturday, continuing their climb in the rankings

ABC News - 5h

China Adds to Sanctions of U.S. Defense Contractors Over Taiwan Arms Sales

Beijing sent a fresh warning to President-elect Donald Trump of the tools it can use to protect national interests.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

FCC's net neutrality rules struck down, in another blow to Biden administration

A federal appeals court in Ohio ruled that the Federal Communications Commission lacked authority to reinstate open internet rules.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Retail investors never had so many ways to invest. What’s at stake in 2025.

New technology can make investing easier — or more complicated — for retail investors.

MarketWatch - 10h

These are the space stocks to watch in 2025

After a big year for SpaceX — and one of misfortune for Boeing — here’s what to expect in the new year.

MarketWatch - 12h

Why Coffee Prices Are Soaring (Again)

Wholesale coffee prices are trading near a 50-year high because of shortages related to extreme weather and increased global demand.

The New York Times - 19h

New Orleans Attacker Had Transmitter to Set Off Explosives, F.B.I. Says

Bomb-making materials were found at a short-term rental house, and the authorities said they had recovered a transmitter intended to set off explosives on the city’s famous Bourbon Street.

The New York Times - 21h

US stocks rally to shake off new year jitters amid light trading

S&P 500 ends day 1.3% higher in its biggest rise since the day after Donald Trump’s election victory on November 6

Financial Times - 1d

The Biggest U.S. Retailers Increased Their Dominance in 2024

Using distinct but overlapping business models, Amazon, Costco, and Walmart captured over half of recent growth in retailing, and are squeezing smaller rivals hard.

Inc. - 1d

CNBC Daily Open: New year, old problems for stocks

On the first trading day of the year, all major indexes advanced, but they started tilting down before long. The likely culprit? Rising Treasury yields.

CNBC - 1d

Bereaved whale spotted pushing another dead calf

A whale that famously pushed its calf's dead body for 17 days in 2018 appears to be grieving again.

BBC News - 1d

Will Congress get another shot at PBM reform?

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Congress missed a chance at PBM reforms. Will they get another? Lawmakers ended 2024 on the cusp of passing a ...

The Hill - 2d

Patrick Surtain II takes over as NFL Defensive Player of the Year betting favorite

Patrick Surtain II is vying to be the seventh cornerback to win DPOY.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Oil prices end higher to kick off 2025, boosted by a stronger demand outlook

Oil futures began 2025 on a positive note, boosted by expectations for stronger demand.

MarketWatch - 2d

The question New Orleans investigators hope to answer: will there be another attack?

The FBI believes the attacker acted alone, but he has been linked to Islamic State and such violence tends to cluster. As investigators examine the terrorist attack in New Orleans on Wednesday, ...

The Guardian - 2d

How the Threat of Another Costly U.S. Port Strike Returned in 2025

Just three months after an October contract agreement, lingering conflicts between longshoremen and U.S. port operators mean a potentially disastrous strike could still happen.

Inc. - 2d

After Another Lost Season, the Colts Are at a Crossroads: ‘There’s No Vision Here’

Team and league sources painted a picture of a fractured franchise stuck in a cycle of mediocrity since the night Andrew Luck walked out the door.

The New York Times - 2d

As New Cybersecurity Threats Loom, AI Defenses Get Popular

New defenses are increasingly popular and saving companies money.

Inc. - 2d

We're selling this stock for the first time in a year, locking in a nearly 1,000% gain

The last time we trimmed this stock was Jan. 2, 2024.

CNBC - 2d

Are we ready for another pandemic?

After Covid-19, world leaders agreed to work together to strengthen global health systems, but negotiations on a new agreement have stalled. Five years ago, the world was hearing the first reports ...

The Guardian - 2d

House prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, says Nationwide

Housing market activity remained "remarkably resilient" despite affordability challenges, the lender says.

BBC News - 2d

UK house prices rise more than expected in December

Month-on-month increase of 0.7% takes average house price close to record high

Financial Times - 2d

Gold set to rally further this year, say Wall Street banks

Yellow metal expected to continue to benefit from buying by global central banks

Financial Times - 2d

Leicester at risk of another Premier League PSR charge over latest accounts

Club recorded big losses over previous two years League sources say Leicester may have case to answer Leicester face a nervous wait to discover whether they will be charged by the Premier League ...

The Guardian - 3d

Almost 1,000 cars set ablaze during New Year celebrations in France

Yahoo News - 3d

NHL Power Rankings: Setting New Year's resolutions for every team as Golden Knights take over top spot

Every team has something it can work on in 2025 as we reach the midway point of the regular season

CBS Sports - 3d

New Jersey Asks Judge to Delay Congestion Pricing Plan

The state had sued to stop New York’s plan to charge motorists entering Manhattan’s busiest roadways. Late Tuesday night, lawyers requested a temporary restraining order.

The New York Times - 3d

Taiwan president vows to boost the island's defense budget as China threats rise

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has pledged to strengthen the island’s defenses in the face of escalating Chinese threats

ABC News - 3d

Energy prices rise with warnings of more pain to come

The new year starts with a 1% increase in domestic gas and electricity prices under Ofgem's price cap.

BBC News - 3d

Mazzulla gives great quote about Celtics' defense, effort amid slump

What's wrong with the Celtics during their recent slump? Joe Mazzulla gave a very thoughtful answer before Tuesday's game.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Jonas Eidevall set to become San Diego Wave head coach on three-year deal

San Diego Wave is set to hire Jonas Eidevall as its new head coach on a three-year contract, sources briefed on the deal tell . The former Arsenal head coach has been out of work since leaving the ...