Deadline Doomsday Year's

China’s Population Declines for 3rd Straight Year

The fall came despite a slight rise in births last year, the first increase since 2016. State efforts to cajole women to have children have met resistance.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Arrested South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol stays silent as detention deadline looms

Lawyers say impeached president will not attend questioning, with investigators expected to seek warrant to extend his detention. South Korea’s arrested president, Yoon Suk Yeol, will not attend a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 17

Source: Winker, Mets agree to one-year deal

Jesse Winker, who hit a combined .253 with 14 homers and 58 RBIs for the Mets and the Nationals in 2024, has reached a 1-year deal with the Mets, a source told ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 16

Schumer pushes for TikTok ban delay as deadline looms

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Thursday called for a looming TikTok ban to be delayed to give the social media company more time to find an American buyer. "We aren’t against ...

The Hill - Jan. 16

UK pledges support for Ukraine with 100-year pact

Sir Keir Starmer visits Kyiv amid concerns the incoming Trump administration may reduce aid.

BBC News - Jan. 16

Alexandra Turvey named 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year

Alexandra Turvey, a 21-time All-American swimmer from Pomona College, is honored with the 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year Award. Turvey joins "CBS Mornings Plus" for her first interview since receiving ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

How Washington rebooted in just one year

New owners, new culture and a game-changing QB have breathed new life into a once-listless franchise.

ESPN - Jan. 16

What to make of Neely's candid Bruins trade deadline comments

Would the Bruins actually sell at the 2025 NHL trade deadline? Here's what team president Cam Neely said Wednesday.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 16

The Knicks are still incomplete after three blockbusters, and they have needs to address at the deadline

New York has hit a rough patch at the midway mark of Year 1 with Karl-Anthony Towns

CBS Sports - Jan. 16

How Nissan's profits dropped 90% in one year

Merging with rival Honda may be Nissan's best shot at survival. The Japanese automaker is struggling around the world, including the U.S. and China.

CNBC - Jan. 15

Tax Deadline for 2024 Disaster-Hit Small Businesses Nears

The IRS cautions many small businesses that the filing extension periods given after natural disasters last year will end in early February, though other will have until May.

Inc. - Jan. 15

FirstFT: Germany’s economy contracts for second straight year

Also in today’s newsletter, South Korea’s impeached president is arrested and powerful Wall Street dealmaker joins OpenAI board

Financial Times - Jan. 15

German economy shrinks for second consecutive year

Europe’s largest economy contracted by 0.2% in 2024

Financial Times - Jan. 15

Dreamy deadline deals: 3 NBA trades that would make a ton of sense

Let's take a different approach and look at three trades — including one involving Jimmy Butler — that make check the boxes of the modern NBA landscape.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 14

Revealing Red Wings Move Of The Year

It's only January, but it's clear what move has impacted the Detroit Red Wings the most this season.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 14

Israel steps up Lebanon strikes ahead of withdrawal deadline

Military launches barrage of attacks on what it calls Hizbollah targets as both sides allege ceasefire violations

Financial Times - Jan. 13

China corporate profits set for third year of declines

Oversupply drives intense competition that is undermining prices and profitability

Financial Times - Jan. 13

Fury fight has to happen this year - Joshua

Anthony Joshua calls for a long-awaited fight with British rival Tyson Fury to happen in 2025.

BBC News - Jan. 11

My year as a conscript in the Egyptian army

Smartphone photographs capture life as a soldier and the loneliness of night shifts

Financial Times - Jan. 11

Kraken Need To Be Sellers At This Year's Trade Deadline

The Seattle Kraken are closer to last place in the NHL than they are to a playoff spot and should be amongst the biggest sellers at this year's trade deadline.

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

Report: Kings are likeliest Kuzma suitors if dealt at trade deadline

The Sacramento Kings have emerged as likely suitors for Kyle Kuzma if the Washington Wizards forward is moved ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10

Fighters of the year, best fights, KO and more

Oleksandr Usyk, Gabriela Fundora, Katie Taylor and others were part of the best boxing moments of 2024.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Last year was hottest on record: NOAA

Last year was the hottest ever recorded, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released Friday. In 2024, Earth overall saw its highest global temperature ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Macy's will close 66 stores this year. Here is where they are.

Macy's has released a list of the more than 60 underperforming stores it is closing in 2025.

CBS News - Jan. 10

FirstFT: The hottest year on record

Also in today’s newsletter, the resurrection of Andersen Consulting, and hiding savings from a significant other

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Americans Are Tipping Less Than They Have in Years

Frustration with rising menu prices and ubiquitous tip prompts lead to a six-year low.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

Last Year’s Hiring Announcements Lowest Since 2015

One firm said that the hiring announcement could be indicative of uncertain economic conditions.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Jets Reportedly Looking At Rangers and Flyers Defenseman As Trade Deadline Acquisition

The Fourth Period released its trade watch list, mentioning the Winnipeg Jets as a possible suitor for multiple defensemen.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Trump pushes back Ukraine war deadline in sign of support for Kyiv

US president-elect speaks of six months to end conflict, after pledging to solve it in ‘24 hours’ from taking office

Financial Times - Jan. 9

A highly musical movie year

Never in Academy Awards history have so many women from musicals been likely Oscar nominees in a single year.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 9

Gingrich predicts Johnson will be Speaker for six years

Former Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) is predicting that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will remain in the top job for six years. The forecast from Gingrich — who wielded the gavel from 1995 to 1999 — ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making

Some Pacific Palisades residents said the community had long asked for more detailed fire preparation plans. When a fire raged through the community this week, gridlock ensued.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Port Strike Averted With Labor Deal Days Before Deadline

Dockworkers and employers on the East and Gulf Coasts had until Jan. 15 to reach a new agreement that settled differences over automation.