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Vikings' O'Connell: 'This is where I want to be'
Kevin O'Connell made clear Monday that he wants to continue as the Minnesota Vikings' head coach, even as his contract status has reportedly spurred interest from other NFL teams in acquiring his ...ESPN - 1h -
Jean Milant, founder of Cirrus Gallery and Cirrus Editions, dies at 81
Jean Milant, founder of Cirrus Gallery and Cirrus Editions, worked with artists Ed Ruscha, John Baldessari and many others, dies at 81.Los Angeles Times - 1h -
Do cheerleaders need to wear helmets? Ball hits Cowboys cheerleader in head, knocks her down
Cowboys cheerleader Michelle Siemienowski says she's OK after the UC Santa Barbara graduate got hit in the head with a football when a kickoff went out of bounds.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Yes, Zendaya and Tom Holland are really engaged after ring sparks rumors at Golden Globes
Zendaya and Tom Holland are engaged after more than three years of dating. They sparked engagement rumors with a ring spotted at the 2025 Golden Globes.Los Angeles Times - 5h -
Want to Be More Successful This Year? Science Says Tackle Only 1 Goal at a Time
New year, new you? Absolutely. But research shows that’s much more likely to happen if you make one change at a time.Inc. - 12h -
Johnson tells House Republicans Trump wants 1 reconciliation package: Sources
Speaker Mike Johnson told House Republicans on Saturday that President-elect Donald Trump wants Congress to pass one sweeping bill full of his priorities.ABC News - 1d -
Syria's New Islamic Government Creates Controversy With Education Overhaul
Documents released this week by the new government in Syria spur concerns about whether it will seek to impose a conservative Islamic worldview.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
Trump Jr. plans Greenland visit after father stirs controversy
Donald Trump Jr. is planning to head to Greenland for a daylong trip just weeks after his father, President-elect Trump, said U.S. ownership of the Danish territory "is an absolute necessity." A ...The Hill - 3h -
MLB prospect rankings: Top 25 players entering 2025 with Roman Anthony at No. 1, plus likely debut timelines
See where Dylan Crews, Andrew Painter, Jasson Domínguez and more top prospects landed on CBS Sports' listCBS Sports - 9h -
Amorim: United players are 'afraid on the pitch'
Ruben Amorim has admitted Manchester United's poor form has left his players "afraid on the pitch" ahead of their daunting trip to Liverpool on Sunday.ESPN - 1d -
Gloucester player wears Russia flag on shirt
Gloucester have been criticised by their own fans for printing the Russian flag on the back of Kirill Gotovtsev’s shirt in contravention of the country’s widespread ostracism from international sport.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
A very nice man is interested in me, but I don’t feel a spark
Why not see what happens when you prioritise someone who offers you stability and decency?. The question Last year I joined a choir where I became friends with a very nice man. Two months ago, ...The Guardian - 1d -
Draymond picks up Flagrant, Tech in controversial sequence vs. Grizz
Draymond Green was assessed two penalties in the fourth quarter of the Golden State Warriors' game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
New York City set to implement controversial plan to reduce traffic with congestion pricing
Beginning Sunday, New York City will implement a first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan designed to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements. Ali Bauman has more details.CBS News - 1d -
Pulisic sparks Milan comeback in Super Cup semi
AC Milan came from behind to beat Juventus 2-1 in the Italian Super Cup semi-final in Riyadh on Friday, and the win for Sergio Conceicao's side in his first game in charge set up a derby final with ...ESPN - 2d -
‘He always managed to play golf’: My husband of 14 years never worked and now we’re divorcing. He wants half of my $1 million home. What can I do?
“I made all the mortgage payments, in addition to paying for health coverage for both of us.”MarketWatch - 2d -
Meta Deleted Its Controversial AI Profiles. Here’s Why.
Meta still has plans to use AI to drive engagement on its platforms, though.Inc. - 3d -
WWE begins its Netflix era after years of controversy, drama and ratings
On Monday, WWE "Raw" will stream exclusively on Netflix. The wrestling franchise is hoping for a huge global and multigenerational audience following years of success on TV and drama inside and ...Los Angeles Times - 3d -
House speaker election looks tricky. It may spark doubts over ‘whether Congress can achieve anything market-friendly.’
The U.S. House of Representatives may again struggle to pick a speaker, and one veteran analyst is warning that a protracted election process wouldn’t bode well for market-moving matters that ...MarketWatch - 3d -
Chess: jeans-clad Carlsen defies critics to share Blitz with Nepomniachtchi
The world No 1 withdrew from the World Rapid then came back for the Blitz, where he shared the title when Fide agreed to stop play after three games of a shootout. Magnus Carlsen completed a ...The Guardian - 3d -
Andrew Garfield on weepie rom-com We Live in Time: ‘I love that this film wears its heart on its sleeve’
Take a hanky to this film – you’ll laugh and you might well cry. Andrew Garfield and the director John Crowley talk about portraying grief on screen so it rings true. It’s no spoiler to say that We ...The Guardian - 3d -
Kohli & Smith in catch controversy
Australia's Steve Smith claims a catch that would have dismissed Virat Kohli first ball, but the officials rule in favour of the Indian batter on day one of the fifth Test.BBC News - 3d -
1/2: The Daily Report
Lindsey Reiser reports on the latest in the investigation into the deadly New Year's Day truck attack in New Orleans, the final preps for memorial services honoring former president Jimmy Carter ...CBS News - 3d -
Google’s antitrust woes spark analyst downgrade of Alphabet’s stock
JMP Securities cited “the risk of antitrust penalties that could significantly impact Google’s U.S. distribution of search and search revenue.”MarketWatch - 3d -
Everything Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham, Big 12 commissioner said on controversial CFP no-call vs. Texas
The Big 12 commissioner called for a CFP review of national officiating standards after Arizona State's lossCBS Sports - 4d -
Quincy Wilson's world
This 16-year old knows a thing or two about history books. Unlike his classmates, he’s re-writing them.NBC News - 4d -
Hagi sparks Rangers’ domination of Celtic in easy Scottish Premiership win
Celtic’s job is to prove this Old Firm outcome proves nowhere near as significant as Rangers would like it to be. One glance at the Scottish Premiership table – Celtic still lead their old ...The Guardian - 4d -
New Syrian government's school curriculum changes spark concern
The curriculum will take on a more Islamic slant, with evolution and Big Bang theory dropped from science.BBC News - 4d -
‘Are we the first generation that won’t die?’: Bryan Johnson on his controversial lifestyle
The 47-year-old multimillionaire spends $2m a year on staying youthful and, in a new documentary, he explains why we should be following his lead. Bryan Johnson, the biohacking centimillionaire who ...The Guardian - 4d -
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New Orleans attack under investigation after driver slams into crowd, killing at least 15; Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas investigated as possible terror attackCBS News - 4d -
TV figures, chess shenanigans and Shakespeare’s wife – take the Thursday quiz
Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?. Welcome to the first Thursday quiz of 2025. For those of you new to the feature, every ...The Guardian - 4d -
We polled 111 players on the NFL's loudest and most raucous stadiums: Why No. 1 won't surprise you
Which stadiums do opponents fear playing in the most? Which division is the friendliest? Here's what the players said.ESPN - 5d -
'Truths' about Marianne Jean-Baptiste's Oscar chances
The actor's performance as a depressed, caustic Londoner in 'Hard Truths' could put her back in the Academy Awards race.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
South Korea Jet Crash Sparks Debate Over Barrier's Proximity to Runway
Investigators probing the deadly crash are seeking clues on why the plane hit the runway without its landing gear down after an apparent bird strike.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
Trotter's 10 Trends: Inside Arizona's offensive dichotomy, how Ian Jackson is sparking UNC and top takeaways
Baylor's 3-point defense and San Diego State's internal development are other trends that Isaac Trotter is trackingCBS Sports - 6d -
BA passenger loyalty programme shake-up sparks backlash
Industry figures warn leisure travellers may struggle to gain perks such as access to the airline’s loungeFinancial Times - 6d -
Jimmy Carter Made Jeans Presidential
He projected authenticity not just through his actions, but also with his uniform.The New York Times - Dec. 30 -
Why Mick Cronin and Other College Basketball Coaches Still Wear Suits
Fashion among basketball coaches has been decidedly casual since the pandemic began, but a handful of college coaches are still dressed for success.The New York Times - Dec. 30
