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Does a Soccer Ball Really Make a Difference to Performance? It’s Complicated.

The manager of Arsenal complained about the ball after his team lost.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

UK borrowing costs rising - what does it mean for me?

Government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for several years - what does it mean for you?

BBC News - Jan. 9

Why Does Trump Want the Panama Canal? Here’s What to Know.

Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

When does Player X’s club start to reconsider decision to keep playing him?

It is 919 days since Player X, as he must be called, was first arrested on suspicion of raping a woman in her twenties. In that timeframe he has been accused of two other rapes of a different ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

When does transfer window close in Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga and more?

We are already past the first week of the midseason business period for European soccer clubs, but when is transfer deadline day?

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

What does Mark Zuckerberg know about free speech? | Fiona Katauskas

Everything in moderation, except moderation Continue reading...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

Does Notre Dame still need to join a conference? | College Football Enquirer

On today's episode of The College Football Enquirer, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss the latest buzz coming from media days at the Orange Bowl. Specifically, they discuss ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

NASCAR drivers at the Chili Bowl: Here is who's racing at the 2025 Nationals in Tulsa

The cars are built. The decals have been applied. Preparations are done. All that’s left is the biggest dirt midget car event in the world. The 2025 Chili Bowl Nationals are here. Held every year ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

Why does Trump want Greenland and what do its people think?

Though the president-elect's rhetoric is unusual, for over a century a succession of US presidents have tried to gain control of Greenland.

BBC News - Jan. 8

'This is Detroit's Super Bowl chance' - plus my Wildcard Weekend predictions

NFL pundit Phoebe Schecter on how the Detroit Lions shut down the Minnesota Vikings and why they head into the play-offs knowing this is their shot at Super Bowl glory.

BBC News - Jan. 8

Will Jordan Love and the Packers follow Aaron Rodgers' Super Bowl path?

The Packers won SB XLV in Rodgers' second playoffs. Can Love do the same?

ESPN - Jan. 8

Trump says he would use "economic force" to acquire Canada, but does not specify how

One day after Congress certified the 2024 election, and less than two weeks from his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump addressed reporters on Tuesday in a wide-ranging 75-minute news ...

CBS News - Jan. 7

Why Does Trump Want Greenland?

The president-elect said the United States needed the island, which is a semiautonomous part of Denmark, for national security reasons. But there are other possible interests.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

What does the Gavin Lux trade mean for the Dodgers and Reds in 2025?

Lux adds an above-average lefty bat to a Cincinnati lineup that needed a boost and clears some room in the Los Angeles infield.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Navy All-American Bowl features multiple commitments, ranking implications

More inside on the 2025 Navy All-American Bowl in San Antonio

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

Deion Sanders reacts to Titans firing GM: Does it affect Tennessee as landing spot for Shedeur in NFL Draft?

Tennessee, which owns the No. 1 overall pick, made a big decision Tuesday

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Does Dry January Really Make People Healthier?

Abstaining from alcohol can have immediate benefits. But lasting gains require lasting change.

Wired - Jan. 7

The US stock market has never been more concentrated. Does it matter?

World’s biggest game of Jenga

Financial Times - Jan. 7

'The Substance,' 'A Different Man': What lessons does body horror try to teach?

Body-horror films have been around since the silent era. Ultimately, they all ask us to consider the idea at their heart: authenticity.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7

How does Mike Leigh make a movie? It's complicated, but his actors wouldn't have it any other way

Marianne Jean-Baptiste reunited with her 'Secrets & Lies' director to make the harrowing 'Hard Truths.' We spoke to them both about Leigh's famous prep process.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7

Marcus Rashford transfer: Does AC Milan make sense as a destination for want-away Manchester United forward?

The English striker might join Christian Pulisic in Italy this winter

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Bromance on the rocks: where does Musk’s brush-off leave Nigel Farage?

The Reform leader’s dalliance with the US billionaire looks in trouble after an abrupt about-turn from the X boss. It was the morning after the rather disappointing day before. “At the moment, I am ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

Capitol Police chief on possible Jan. 6 pardons: ‘What message does that send?’

U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger is questioning what message would be sent to officers across the country if rioters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, are pardoned. “What message does ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

All 49 possible Super Bowl matchups, ranked

Some Super Bowl matchups are atrocious and unthinkable, some are transcendent and we should only get so lucky.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Which N.F.L. Team Has the Best Chance to Win the Super Bowl?

The playoff field is set, and several teams appear capable of denying Kansas City’s bid at history, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Bitcoin could top $125,000 or fall toward $77,000 this quarter — depending on what Trump does next

Here are three major factors that could drive bitcoin’s price in the first quarter.

MarketWatch - Jan. 5

Michigan QB Warren reveals he tore ACL in bowl

Michigan quarterback Davis Warren revealed that he suffered a torn ACL in his right knee during the Wolverines' 19-13 victory over Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Dec. 31.

ESPN - Jan. 5

The UK does have a special relationship – but it’s with Europe | William Keegan

The government is only deceiving itself by trying to ‘make Brexit work’ and forlornly pursuing a trade deal with Trump. Walter Scott knew a thing or two: “Oh what a tangled web we weave/When first ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Father of UGA's Smart dies after Sugar Bowl fall

Georgia coach Kirby Smart's father, Sonny, died Saturday morning after suffering complications from hip surgery he underwent following a fall in New Orleans before the Allstate Sugar Bowl.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Ravens Pro Bowl WR Flowers injures knee in win

Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers, a first-round pick in 2023 who was named to this season's Pro Bowl, left Baltimore's 35-10 victory over the Browns on Saturday after suffering a right knee injury ...

ESPN - Jan. 4

Jeremiyah Love is expected to be ready for 7th-seeded Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman expects running back Jeremiyah Love to play in Thursday's College Football Playoff semifinal game and the Fighting Irish ground game to be at full strength against ...

ABC News - Jan. 4

Viktor Hovland's double-pump driving has returned; here's why he does it

Hovland has used the two-step backswing off the tee in the past to help correct a tendency in his swing.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

Verizon Bringing NFL Super Bowl FanFest to 30 Cities

The Super Bowl celebration will feature live music, food and meet-and-greets with NFL players

Inc. - Jan. 4

Why Notre Dame’s Sugar Bowl Victory Was a Long Time Coming

There’s no doubt the Irish are meeting the goals of head coach Marcus Freeman, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Why does Britain face flight chaos during bad weather?

Delays and cancellations related to British weather may become more common.

BBC News - Jan. 4

Minnesota beats Virginia Tech 24-10 in Duke's Mayo Bowl for 8th straight bowl victory

Max Brosmer threw for 211 yards and a touchdown, Darius Taylor ran for 113 yards a TD and also threw for a score and Minnesota extended its bowl winning streak to eight with a 24-10 victory over ...