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A call that could change history: Trump and Pezeshkian’s moment to forge peace
President-elect Trump has expressed support for a negotiated solution with Iran on all outstanding issues, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Tehran is ready for constructive ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
Meet the 2 Young Cross-Country Skiers Aiming for American Olympic History
Olympic medals in the sport have always proved to be elusive to American men. Could the curse break soon?The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
'A moment of Ashes history' - Gardner's grand day out
Ash Gardner leads Australia's dominant day with her maiden international hundred and the 'catch of the century', all in a day's work.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Gardner catch 'one of the moments of Women's Ashes history'
Ash Gardner takes a "sensational" boundary catch as Australia cruise to victory over England in the third ODI of the Women's Ashes.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Russia and Iran have a troubled history despite their current alliance
Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting his Iranian counterpart President Masoud Pezeshkian for the signing of a broad partnership pactABC News - Jan. 16 -
Nintendo Switch 2's Reveal Feels Cold And Lifeless Compared To Original Switch
After countless leaks and rumors, Nintendo finally formally unveiled the Switch 2 with a surprise video today on social media. The hybrid console is bigger , has magnetic Joy-Cons, and yes, a ...GameSpot - Jan. 16 -
Bigger than San Francisco: LA fires carve mark on history
Even as four wildfires continued to burn in Los Angeles County Wednesday, the blazes were already rewriting the record books.ABC News - Jan. 16 -
The greatest away series wins in cricket history
From England beating Australia in 1895 to New Zealand in India last year, here are the sport’s best away performances. By Phil Walker and John Stern for Wisden Cricket Monthly . The stars ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Watching video game history happen again with the Nintendo Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch 2 was announced today and it immediately made me nostalgic about the launch of the original Switch that came in 2017.VentureBeat - Jan. 16 -
Israel and the Palestinians: History of the conflict explained
The conflict between Israel and the Palestinian people is one of the longest-running in the world.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
Nets suffer worst loss in franchise history with 126-67 rout to Clippers
Kawhi Leonard scored 23 points, James Harden added 21 and the Los Angeles Clippers had the largest margin of victory in franchise history, routing the Brooklyn Nets 126-67 on Wednesday night.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 16 -
Biden and Trump Defy Their History of Animosity to Seal Gaza Cease-Fire
But the extraordinary collaboration between outgoing and incoming presidents did not stop both sides from claiming credit.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
FBI reveals New Orleans attacker's online search history
The FBI also increased the number of those injured in the New Orleans New Year's Day attack to 57 people.CBS News - Jan. 15 -
British history made in 'stressful' Boulter win
Katie Boulter becomes the sixth British player to win in this year's Australian Open singles draws - the most to reach the second round in the nation's history.BBC News - Jan. 14 -
California fires could be costliest disaster in US history, says governor
Gavin Newsom accuses Donald Trump of spreading disinformation after president-elect calls emergency response ‘incompetent’Financial Times - Jan. 13 -
Newsom says California wildfires will be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history
California Gov. Gavin Newsom told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” Saturday that the Los Angeles-area wildfires will be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history and called for an independent ...NBC News - Jan. 12 -
Ravens' Lamar Jackson compares Derrick Henry's record-setting performance vs. Steelers to Lightning McQueen
Jackson felt like he was a kid again, watching Henry zoom past Steelers defenders like McQueen did his competition in the movie 'Cars'CBS Sports - Jan. 12 -
Trailblazing Habib makes uplifting history for Lebanon at Australian Open | Tumaini Carayol
The first Lebanese match-winner at a grand slam has offered unlikely inspiration for his war-torn country. Moments after pulling off the greatest achievement of his thriving career, with the crowd ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
L.A. Wildfires May Be the Costliest in U.S. History, Estimates Say
An estimate puts wildfire losses so far between $135 billion and $150 billion.Inc. - Jan. 11 -
Jokic, Russ make NBA history with triple-doubles
Denver's Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook made NBA history by becoming the first pair of teammates to record a triple-double in the same game multiple times in a single season.ESPN - Jan. 11 -
Massachusetts college offers course comparing pop stars to poets
A new English course at the College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts takes a look at Taylor Swift's lyrics and compares them with poetry that's hundreds of years old.CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Is Donald Trump inheriting the best economy in history?
President-elect Trump will enter office with the lowest unemployment rate since Richard Nixon in 1969 — but red flags remain.MarketWatch - Jan. 11 -
A Judge Cements Trump’s Felony Into History
He can appeal his conviction, but it’s no longer clear that he’ll get very far.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
As wildfires ravage L.A., here's a look at worst fires in California's history
Early estimates show that the total damage and economic loss due to the Los Angeles wildfires could be between $60 billion and $130 billion.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
This is how the worst fire in Pacific Palisades history became possible
The Pacific Palisades, one of the wealthiest communities in the U.S., is experiencing the worst fire in its history.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
Rams-Vikings Relocation Nearly Unprecedented in NFL History
Ultimately, the NFL had no choice. On Thursday, as multiple fires continued to burn across Los Angeles, the league announced it would move Monday night’s wild card game between the Los Angeles Rams ...Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10 -
Last year was the hottest in Earth's recorded history
Last year was the planet’s hottest in recorded history, NASA announced, marking two years in a row that global temperatures have shattered records.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Maps show how Palisades Fire in L.A. compares in size to major U.S. cities
California's Palisades Fire is the largest of the deadly wildfires that ignited in the Los Angeles area and maps show how it compares to the size of 13 U.S. cities.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman makes history as coach in college football finals
Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman has scored a historical first.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Los Angeles wildfires could be costliest blaze in U.S. history
Five wildfires fueled by dry conditions and strong winds have burned through 29,000 acres of land around Los Angeles since Tuesday.CNBC - Jan. 10 -
LA fires poised to be costliest blazes in US history
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story California wildfire costs could be $52-$57B: analysis The total cost of the damage from ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
FA Cup history: Ashley Young could play vs. son
Everton defender Ashley Young said it would be the high point of his career if he lines up against his 18-year-old son Tyler when the Merseyside club host Peterborough United in the third round of ...ESPN - Jan. 9 -
Los Angeles wildfires could be costliest blaze in U.S. history
The wildfires wreaking devastation in the Los Angeles area could become the costliest blaze in U.S. history.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
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Caleb Williams finished season with 68 sacks, third-most in NFL history
The No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft had a rookie season to forget.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9 -
History — and legacy — on the line for the four College Football Playoff coaches
None of the final four coaches has won a national championship before. Here's why that matters.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9 -
Man Utd v Arsenal and the 'moment that changed history'
Former Manchester United players look back at the epic 1999 FA Cup semi-final replay between the Red Devils and Arsenal.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Fetterman compares Trump’s Greenland talk to Louisiana Purchase
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) compared President-elect Trump’s talk of acquiring Greenland to the Louisiana Purchase. Fetterman joined Fox News, alongside Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.), on Tuesday to ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
