It’s Leading Fight

LeBron's manager leading upstart to rival NBA

Maverick Carter, LeBron James' business manager, has been enlisted as an adviser by a group of investors seeking to raise $5 billion to form an international basketball league that would serve as a ...

ESPN - 1h

Sources: Chelsea lead race to sign Naomi Girma

Chelsea are leading the race to sign San Diego Wave centre-back Naomi Girma, while Arsenal and Lyon are also interested in the United States women's national team star, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN - 1h

Tiny Love Stories: ‘Let Your Gut Lead’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

The New York Times - 5h

'Conclave,' 'Emilia Pérez' lead 2025 BAFTA nominations

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced the nominations for its 2025 film awards on Wednesday. Here's the full list.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

2024 witnessed ‘absolute failure’ of west to lead fight for human rights, says watchdog

Leading democracies have stood by while allies have committed atrocities or supported perpetrators, Human Rights Watch chief says ahead of annual World Report. The past year has marked the ...

The Guardian - 8h

A giant US hospital chain says it’s leading the fight against medical debt. Not all patients agree

Many patients say they were harmed by Advocate Health’s billing and collection practices – even as the health system has canceled thousands of liens against patients’ homes. Advocate Health, one of ...

The Guardian - 10h

Will the EU fight for the truth on Facebook and Instagram?

As Meta abandons third-party factchecking in an ostensibly political move, the future of facts elsewhere remains murky. Factcheckers had no doubt about the real audience for the news this week – ...

The Guardian - 3d

How Lagging Vaccination Could Lead to a Polio Resurgence

In its original form, the virus survives in just two countries. But a type linked to an oral vaccine used in other nations has already turned up in the West.

The New York Times - 3d

Sources: AC Milan leading chase to sign Walker

AC Milan are leading the chase for Kyle Walker after he told Manchester City he wants to leave the club, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN - 3d

Bessent to divest from assets on road to leading Treasury

President-elect Trump’s Treasury Secretary pick Scott Bessent has plans to divest from funds and other investments as he prepares to take over as the country’s top economic official. In an ...

The Hill - 3d

On the Frontlines of The Fire Fight

Tom Llamas goes into the fire zone with the fire crews rushing to save Los Angeles from the historic wildfires.

NBC News - 4d

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 - 6d

Madrid play down 'unnecessary' fight after semi

Carlo Ancelotti called the on-field spat between Real Madrid and Real Mallorca's players "unnecessary" after Madrid's 3-0 win in their Spanish Supercopa semifinal in Saudi Arabia on Thursday.

ESPN - 6d

Yahoo Sports AM: The Irish fight on

In today's edition: Notre Dame wins Orange Bowl, ranking every Super Bowl matchup, the rise of Cade Cunningham, Australian Open preview, wild Ravens stat, and more.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Morning Report — Senate gears up for confirmation fights

In today’s issue: This weekend, all roads lead to Mar-a-Lago. President-elect Trump, who has called his Florida club “the winter White House” will spend the remainder of the week hosting groups ...

The Hill - 6d

Discovery of backyard burial leads to killer’s arrest, then justice

Michael Shaver's disappearance led to a police investigation that unearthed a backyard burial of the father and husband and a look at who may have killed him.

ABC News - 6d

The Unwitting Environmentalists in the Fight Against Poachers: Vultures

The birds, outfitted with tracking devices, are helping researchers and park rangers combat poaching in Uganda.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

The fight for the Arctic

How melting ice and geopolitical rivalries are heating up competition in the Arctic

BBC News - Jan. 9

The unanswerable question for the unproven, NBA-leading Cavs: Is this for real?

The Cavs have the best record, the best offense and are obliterating opponents. But here's why league insiders aren't yet sold on Cleveland as true title favorites.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Wicked leads acting awards race but Jolie snubbed

Jonathan Bailey, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are all recognised at the Oscars precursor.

BBC News - Jan. 8

The fight over robots threatening American jobs

As automation becomes a reality everywhere from retail warehouses to restaurant kitchens, the use of robots is increasingly controversial

Financial Times - Jan. 8

The Populist Vying to Lead Canada and End a Decade of Liberalism

Pierre Poilievre rode a wave of discontent with Covid-19 policies, putting him on the cusp of becoming prime minister.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7

FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods

But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Pope Appoints Nun to Lead Vatican Department

Sister Simona Brambilla was appointed as the prefect of a Vatican office that oversees religious orders, but she may not be alone at the top.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods

The FDA set maximum levels for lead in baby foods like jarred fruit, yogurts and dry cereal, part of an effort to reduce kids’ exposure to the toxic metal.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Lead Trump documents prosecutor leaves DOJ

A lead prosecutor on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) prosecution into President-elect Trump's mishandling of documents at Mar-a-Lago has retired from the department. Jay Bratt left the DOJ on ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

HTML Is Actually a Programming Language. Fight Me

In fact, HTML is the most significant computing language ever developed. Underestimate it at your peril.

Wired - Jan. 6

Schiff: ‘Kash Patel should not be confirmed’ to lead the FBI

Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) says he believes Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s pick to run the FBI, is unqualified to run the bureau, especially in light of the New Year’s Day terror attack in ...

NBC News - Jan. 5

It’s Time for Parents to Step Up in the Fight for Clean Air

Fossil fuel pollution is impacting the most vulnerable among us: children. Their future—and health—are at stake.

Wired - Jan. 4

E.V. Demand Leads Automakers to a Strong 2024 Finish

General Motors was the biggest winner in U.S. sales in the final quarter, with a gain of 21 percent. It more than doubled its electric vehicle sales.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

12:30 Report — Johnson fights for Speakership

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s the first Friday of 2025! Happy first day of the 119th Congress to all who celebrate. It sure is off to an eventful start. Here’s what’s happening: Mike Johnson is ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Hoge leads as PGA Tour season starts in Hawaii

Tom Hoge takes a one-stroke lead in the first round as the 2025 PGA Tour season tees off at The Sentry in Hawaii.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

'Ripped off' caravan owners start compensation fight

Parks involved in the legal action have defended their sales practices and pitch fee rises.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Trans rights to be marquee fight for House Republicans

How the GOP is responding to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender House member, is a preview of what’s to come.

Politico - Jan. 2

Taken to brink, Texas shows 'fight' in CFP thriller

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian praised his team for its resilience after it found a way to beat Arizona State 39-31 in double overtime despite blowing a 16-point fourth-quarter lead.

ESPN - Jan. 2

5 lobbying fights looming in 2025

Lobbyists will have their hands full with several massive legislative battles coming early in a second Trump administration. President-elect Trump is poised to disrupt business as usual in ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

California's fentanyl fight: Politicians v. grieving parents

This year-long investigation provides an unprecedented look at California's one-party supermajority legislature through the eyes of grieving parents who discover how California lawmakers kill ...

CBS News - Jan. 1

CALIFORNIA’S FENTANYL FIGHT: Lawmakers V. Grieving Parents

One of the hardest-fought political battles in 2024 happened inside California's Capitol between a group of grieving parents who lost their kids to fentanyl… and a handful of powerful California ...

CBS News - Dec. 30

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