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Kings fire Brown amid skid, name Christie interim
The Kings, who have lost five straight games, fired coach Mike Brown on Friday.ESPN - 1h -
2 sailor deaths result in muted celebrations on winning yacht in Sydney to Hobart race
Champagne corks often pop and loud, boisterous cheers are usually heard around Constitution Dock when the Sydney to Hobart line honors winner finishes in the Tasmanian state capitalABC News - 2h -
2024 Transformed Diablo 4 Into An ARPG Worthy Of The Name
Diablo 4 did huge numbers when it was released in June 2023, with positive reviews, impressive sales numbers , and over 12 million players. But for those who finished the game's campaign and dove ...GameSpot - 9h -
Man charged with double murder after deaths of two women on Christmas Day
A man is charged with murder and attempted murder after suspected stabbings at a block of flats.BBC News - 9h -
German election 2025: Who’s ahead in the polls?
After the collapse of Olaf Scholz’s three-party coalition, follow our live-updating polling data and discover other possible coalitions ahead of February voteFinancial Times - 15h -
How Susan Alexandra Made Online Shopping as Fun as In-Store—and More Than Doubled Sales
The founder of the quirky, New York City-based accessories brand spent two years on a website redesign that’s been well worth the effort.Inc. - 20h -
There’s Still Time to Get Ahead of the Next Global Pandemic
By learning lessons from other sectors, public health can ensure it is ready to face future outbreaks in record time.Wired - 22h -
Two Sailors Die in Separate Incidents in Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
The men were hit in the head by booms on their yachts in separate episodes, as participants faced challenging weather conditions, the police said.The New York Times - 22h -
Deadly Ambush, Protests Challenge Syrian Leaders' New Power
After a period of celebration over the fall of the Assad regime, old sectarian and political divisions have reasserted themselves.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Sydney to Hobart yacht race: LawConnect wins back-to-back line honours in event marred by two deaths
Third time LawConnect has claimed line honours, after initial success in 2016 as Perpetual Loyal Could take days for overall handicap winner to be decided A “sombre” LawConnect has delayed ...The Guardian - 9h -
Man suspected of double murder remains in custody
As detectives continue to question a 49-year-old man, residents place flowers close to where two women died.BBC News - 11h -
‘Guayaquil Four’ boys missing in Ecuador pose challenge to president
Protests have erupted nationwide after disappearance of boys not seen since they were approached by soldiers. The disappearance of four boys in Ecuador after they came into contact with the armed ...The Guardian - 16h -
Netflix smashes records with NFL double-header and Beyoncé Bowl on Christmas Day
NFL and Nielsen said two games drew 65m US viewers NBA’s slate of five games saw an 84% rise over 2023 LeBron James and the NBA are going to have make room for the NFL on Christmas.. That ...The Guardian - 16h -
Germany’s president dissolves parliament ahead of snap election
Formal step taken by Frank-Walter Steinmeier after chancellor Olaf Scholz lost confidence vote in Bundestag. Germany’s president, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has dissolved parliament and called a snap ...The Guardian - 18h -
Pound-for-pound rankings: Usyk still No. 1; who can challenge him?
The heavyweight champion solidified his No. 1 spot, but who else is on the list? Here are the latest ESPN P4P rankings.ESPN - 19h -
Sydney to Hobart yacht race: LawConnect leads after two deaths in wild weather leave fleet rocked
Supermaxi LawConnect in box seat Friday evening to take line honours for second year running As at 5.30pm, 22 yachts from the 104-strong starting fleet had retired The Sydney to Hobart yacht ...The Guardian - 22h -
Sailors killed in double Sydney to Hobart tragedy named ahead of ‘challenging night in the Bass Strait’
Roy Quaden, 55, and Nick Smith, 65, dead after being struck by booms on yachts Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Two sailors on ...The Guardian - 1d -
Two sailors die in Sydney to Hobart yacht race
Organizers said Friday that two Sydney to Hobart sailors have died at sea amid wild weather conditions.ESPN - 1d -
Despite dysfunction, Caleb Williams etching his name in Bears history
Williams could wind up having the third-most passing yards in Bears history, which isn't bad considering the circumstances.ESPN - 1d -
Arne Slot warns of ‘many challenges still ahead’ after Liverpool extend lead
Too early to celebrate says coach after win over Leicester Jones thanks Klopp for 100th-game reminder Arne Slot said it was far too early for Liverpool to be celebrating a 20th league title ...The Guardian - 1d -
Roy, Cruz named most active X posters in Congress: Report
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) were named the most active posters on the social platform X this year among all lawmakers in Congress, according to a recent report. The Dec. 17 ...The Hill - 1d -
Two die in Sydney to Hobart yacht race
The two crew members died in separate incidents, both after being hit by a boat's boom.BBC News - 1d -
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Sydney to Hobart yacht race: Comanche takes lead over rival LawConnect as fleet braces for rough night at sea
Master Lock Comanche maintains comfortable lead over LawConnect down NSW coast Reigning handicap winner Alive the most high-profile of two boats to retire The Sydney to Hobart fleet is bracing ...The Guardian - 1d -
China’s EV sales set to overtake traditional cars years ahead of west
Volumes forecast to rise 20% next year, smashing international projections and Beijing’s official targetsFinancial Times - 2d -
India roars ahead of China to top Asian IPO rankings
Fast-growing Indian market behind only the US in money raised by company listingsFinancial Times - 2d -
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EU faces challenges amid German and French instability
Political instability in Germany and France, combined with the return of Donald Trump in 2025, threatens to undermine the EU's ability to shape responses to the Ukraine war and other geopolitical ...The Hill - 2d -
After a Family Tragedy, an N.B.A. Star Is Learning to Love Basketball Again
Andrew Wiggins felt helpless watching his father suffer, but he has rediscovered his spirit and found reconnection in his memory.The New York Times - 2d -
‘They call me LinkedIn’: the Brazilian musical sensation named after Gary Lineker
Award-winning São Paulo songwriter who grew up in football - and music-loving family has shot to stardom since 2015 debut . The house lights were dimmed in one of Rio’s top music venues and, as the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Christians huddled in Gaza speak to the Pope every night
Nightly calls from pontiff comfort Palestinians sheltering in churches for a second ChristmasFinancial Times - 3d -
Boat built 120 years ago in English brewery vies for win in Sydney to Hobart race
Katwinchar, the oldest boat in the race’s history, is making her third attempt since being found in a dilapidated state on Gumtree and undergoing restoration. Get our breaking news email , free ...The Guardian - 3d -
Staying in office is the main challenge for troubled France's new government
France’s president and prime minister managed to form a new government just in time for the holidaysABC News - 3d -
Pistons overcome LeBron's triple-double, beat Lakers 117-114 to sweep their season series
The Detroit Pistons held off the Los Angeles Lakers 117-114 to sweep the clubs’ season seriesABC News - 3d -
An all-Filipino crew is set to make history in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race
There have been plenty of “firsts” in the history of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race which was first held in 1945ABC News - 4d -
An Architect of Trump’s Tough Latin America Policies Is Named Envoy
A longtime proponent of harsh sanctions, Mauricio Claver-Carone was forced out of his job at the Inter-American Development Bank in 2022.The New York Times - 4d -
French PM names new government, hoping to avoid another no-confidence vote
Centrist François Bayrou had promised a ‘national interest government’ across the middle political ground but ended up leaning to the conservative right. The French prime minister has announced his ...The Guardian - 4d -
Italy vows to push ahead with dormant migrant vetting centers in Albania
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni’s government has vowed to open controversial migrant processing centers in Albania that have remained dormant after Italian courts refused to validate the transfer of ...ABC News - 4d -
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How an Instagram-Perfect Life in the Hamptons Ended in Tragedy
Candice and Brandon Miller showed the public a world of glittering parties and vacations. The money to sustain it did not exist.The New York Times - Dec. 17
