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Bans on cell phones in schools grow, but debate thrives on how they are handled

Cell phone bans in school are ramping up as more states consider policies that have been cheered by many educators but still face trepidation from parents. New York and New Jersey are the latest ...

The Hill - 9h

NFL odds, lines, picks, bets, spreads, what to bet for NFL playoffs, 2025 Divisional Round: Model picks Eagles

SportsLine's advanced model has locked in its 2025 Divisional Round NFL betting picks and NFL projections from 10,000 simulations

CBS Sports - 14h

EMU hoops games flagged for suspicious betting

Betting integrity firms are investigating a Jan. 14 men's college basketball game between Eastern Michigan and Central Michigan after multiple sportsbooks reported unusual wagering activity.

ESPN - 1d

Should the Celtics still be NBA championship betting favorites?

The Celtics, Thunder and Cavaliers are the NBA's best teams, but which one should you bet on to win it all?

ESPN - 1d

Pakistan’s bet on Taliban backfires as violence surges

Islamabad had deadliest year in almost a decade following rise in terror attacks

Financial Times - 2d

Colorado apartments at center of Venezuelan gang debate to be closed

The Colorado apartment complex where armed alleged members of a Venezuelan gang were seen on video breaking into an occupied unit will be closed.

NBC News - 2d

Ovechkin's pursuit of goals record creates betting frenzy

Alex Ovechkin's chase for the NHL career goals record has made him, and the Washington Capitals, the NHL's hottest bet.

ESPN - 2d

Late Night Is Willing to Bet on a TikTok Ban

Jordan Klepper called the Supreme Court “not exactly TikTok’s core demographic,” adding that they are “more of a Walgreens app type of crowd.”

The New York Times - 2d

Deion Sanders is the betting favorite to become Cowboys coach

The talk is moving the needle, and moving the market.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Vegas man arrested over Porter betting scheme

Shane Hennen was arrested and charged in connection with an illegal betting scheme involving former NBA player Jontay Porter.

ESPN - 5d

Trump Jr. joins betting market Kalshi as adviser

Donald Trump Jr. announced Monday he is joining Kalshi, a prediction market that allows users to bet on political developments, as a strategic adviser. "On Election night at Mar-a-Lago, while ...

The Hill - 5d

Democrats debate strategy, voter protection at first candidate forum

Democrats evaluated candidates for party leadership at their first virtual candidate forum on Saturday with a focus on the Southern region. The highly contested race for DNC chair forced contenders ...

The Hill - Jan. 11

Betting tips for Saturday's wild-card games

Here's what you need to know to help you make your picks.

ESPN - Jan. 11

The image that speaks a thousand words about our inhumane migration debate | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

The birth of a baby boy on a dangerously overcrowded refugee boat should be a wake-up call to all of us. It has become something of a cliche to compare modern photographic compositions to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

Lopsided betting on Buckeyes to corral Longhorns

The betting public is squarely behind favored Ohio State against Texas on Friday, with the overwhelming number of bets and money wagered being placed on the Buckeyes to handle the underdog Longhorns.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Will ‘grace and elegance’ make a comeback in DC? Don’t bet on it.

Democrats on the Hill have been praised for their grace and elegance during the certification of the outcome of the 2024 election, but their inflamed rhetoric during the election cycle cannot be ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Toyota rethinks its bet on hydrogen

The world’s largest carmaker is pivoting to commercial vehicles after passenger cars fail to gain traction

Financial Times - Jan. 10

China bets on kitchen appliances to boost economy

A list of subsidised household goods has been expanded as Beijing tries to increase domestic spending.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Indonesia places a $28bn bet on free school meals

President Prabowo Subianto wants to cater for 82mn students and pregnant mothers to boost growth and attainment

Financial Times - Jan. 8

How Canada's immigration debate soured - and helped seal Trudeau's fate

Immigration has long been a polarising issue in the West but Canada mostly avoided it - until now

BBC News - Jan. 8

Watch live: House GOP holds first presser of 119th Congress amid reconciliation debate

House Republican leaders are holding a news conference Tuesday morning as GOP lawmakers grapple with President-elect Trump's public back-and-forth over whether Congress should pass his agenda in ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Nvidia Bets Big on Robots and More

The chipmaker, which has led a rally in artificial intelligence stocks, laid out a vision for dominating so-called physical A.I. Investors appeared impressed.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

‘Everyone owns the beach’: Australian PM throws shade in cabana debate

Anthony Albanese says using shade structures to reserve space is ‘not on’ as local mayor urges beachgoers ‘to be kind and considerate’. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Ulta Beauty gains on new CEO pick and sales outlook. But analysts debate the threat from rivals.

Ulta said Kecia Steelman, who became its chief operating officer in 2023, would be its new chief executive.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Some H-1B workers say they feel insulted by debate over visa holders

In recent days, Trump said he supported H-1B visas. In the past, he’s made comments about the program, saying, “We shouldn’t have it. Very, very bad for workers.”

NBC News - Jan. 6

Why DraftKings is betting on a subscription service that gives members improved odds

Paying consumers will have the ability to get better odds on their parlays for a monthly $20 charge

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

NFL wild-card round: Betting odds, lines and spreads for every game

The updated lines -- ATS, money line and totals -- for every NFL Wild Card Weekend game.

ESPN - Jan. 6

Why has Elon Musk reignited debate over the UK rape gangs scandal?

Latest intervention by close ally of Donald Trump puts Keir Starmer’s role under the spotlight

Financial Times - Jan. 6

NFL Week 18 Props That Pop: Loading up on Vikings-Lions bets

Liz Loza and Daniel Dopp break down Week 18 and offer their favorite prop bets for the final week of the NFL regular season.

ESPN - Jan. 5

NFL odds, lines, picks, spreads, bets, predictions, what to bet for Week 18, 2025: Model loving Rams, Packers

SportsLine's advanced model has locked in its Week 18 NFL betting picks from 10,000 simulations

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

Which teams, players and stories will dominate 2025 in the NBA? Our experts debate

From coaches on the hot seat to breakout players, our NBA insiders answer some of the biggest questions heading into 2025.

ESPN - Jan. 4

Don’t bet against the Department of Government Efficiency on deregulation

DOGE, the new Department of Government Efficiency, is being criticized by insiders for its lack of regulatory expertise, but supporters argue that it can succeed by empowering agency insiders to ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Germany debates menace of ‘firework bombs’ after New Year’s violence

Deaths and clashes with police mar celebrations, with officials calling for tougher curbs on use of powerful fireworks

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies

The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Mexico, Betting Trump Is Bluffing on Tariffs, Sees an Opportunity

Business leaders in Mexico say the incoming U.S. administration will enhance the appeal of their factories as an alternative to plants in China.