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"CBS Weekend News" headlines for Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with Jericka Duncan.

CBS News - Jan. 4

Nebraska hands No. 15 UCLA its first Big Ten loss

Brice Williams scored 16 points, Andrew Morgan added 12 off the bench and Nebraska beat No. 15 UCLA 66-58 on Saturday.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4

These ETF strategies were big winners last year. What to expect in 2025.

Investors piled more than $1.1 trillion into the U.S. ETF universe in 2024, with total assets reaching a record of at least $10 trillion.

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

The big chill: warming, nourishing culture to help you hibernate until spring

Whether it’s wintry films and music, time-absorbing games or compelling telly and podcasts, with all this goodness to get stuck into there really is no reason to go outside. Wolf Hall: The Mirror ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

1/3: CBS News Weekender

Lana Zak reports on a judge ordering President-elect Donald Trump to be sentenced in his New York City criminal trial, House Speaker Mike Johnson being reelected speaker, and why the U.S. surgeon ...

CBS News - Jan. 3

Why Apple TV+ Will Gift a Free Binge-Watching Weekend

Executives at Apple TV+ are gambling on getting viewers hooked with this promo.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Sassy Chap Games on launching Date Everything into tricky market

Date Everything is one of 2025's most unusual titles. Sassy Chap's Robbie Daymond speaks about the game's creation and launch.

VentureBeat - Jan. 3

India unveils plans for 10 missions in 2025 after successful space-docking launch

Yahoo News - Jan. 3

Newsom launches investigation into ‘ultra-processed’ foods in California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) ramped up efforts Friday to crack down on "ultra-processed” foods, signing an executive order aimed at investigating health risks linked to synthetic food dyes and ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Burglars are scoring big when athletes aren't home

Uptick in break-ins rattles players and causes leagues to scramble for help.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Services to remember former President Jimmy Carter set to begin this weekend

Starting on Saturday, Americans will say goodbye to former President Jimmy Carter. Six days of remembrances, split between Georgia and Washington D.C., will salute Carter, who died Sunday at 100 ...

CBS News - Jan. 3

Microsoft May Bring "All Their Big Games" To PS5, Analyst Says

According to a veteran video game industry analyst, 2025 could be the year that Microsoft goes "all-in" on bringing its Xbox games to other platforms, including PlayStation 5. Microsoft, of course, ...

GameSpot - Jan. 3

How Business Owners Can Energize Their Teams and Hit Big Goals in 2025

Ditch predictable plans and inspire your team with bold moves and honest conversations.

Inc. - Jan. 3

Noval Djokovic beaten by big-serving Reilly Opelka in quarterfinals of Brisbane International

Novak Djokovic was beaten 7-6 (6), 6-3 by big-serving Reilly Opelka in the Brisbane International quarterfinals

ABC News - Jan. 3

Trump attacks UK’s North Sea policy as ‘very big mistake’

Post on Truth Social platform is latest anti-Labour salvo from incoming US administration

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Watch: Appeal launched for guide dog puppy raisers

There are more than 1,000 visually impaired people currently waiting for assistance dogs according to charity Guide Dogs.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Pulisic return gives U.S. big presence in Super Cup

United States attacker Christian Pulisic appears to be healthy again following injuries to his calf and ankle and could return for AC Milan against Juventus in the Italian Super Cup semifinals on ...

ESPN - Jan. 3

Hamlin hosts Bills' medical staff, launches local scholarship on two-year cardiac arrest anniversary

The funding includes a total of $1,000 per student for 10 scholarships annually over a three-year period.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Antonee Robinson is running rampant while Eberechi Eze and Erling Haaland hope to build on goals from last time out. The contrast is significant. Newcastle arrive on the back of four league wins ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Sabres Should Strike Big Trade For Rangers Star

The Sabres have an interesting target from the Rangers worth considering.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

There’s a big problem with trying to replace Johnson — no clear alternates

Three potential alternate speaker candidates have come up in conversations among holdouts. But they don’t have the needed votes to become speaker, either.

Politico - Jan. 2

3 big reasons to pursue credit card debt forgiveness this January

Debt forgiveness can be a smart way to move forward from your high-rate card debt — especially right now.

CBS News - Jan. 2

5 big lobbying battles ahead

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story K Street gears up for Trump 2.0 Lobbyists will have their hands full in 2025 with ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Ex-Red Wings Goalie Hits Big Rough Patch

This former goalie for the Detroit Red Wings is not having a great year.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

Colorado attorney general launches bid for governor

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser (D) announced Thursday he’s running for governor in 2026 to succeed term-limited Gov. Jared Polis (D). “There are many reasons why I’m running to lead this ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Division titles, wildcards & Jackson's MVP audition on NFL final weekend

A huge NFC showdown in Detroit, Lamar Jackson's final MVP audition and a three-way wildcard battle highlight the final weekend of NFL regular-season games.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Falcons' Kyle Pitts admits why he launched Michael Penix Jr.'s first NFL touchdown ball into stands

The Falcons were fortunately able to retrieve the ball

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Why Wall Street Expects the Stock Market to Have a Big 2025

Analysts see corporate earnings improving beyond just big tech names.

Inc. - Jan. 2

Much of the U.S. bracing for a big blast of winter — and serious cold

A blast of Arctic air will send temperatures dropping across the eastern United States this week — and the frigid conditions could linger longer and expose millions to a prolonged and dangerous ...

NBC News - Jan. 2

Mario Kart Lego Sets Are Available Now - Check Out All Six In The Launch Lineup

Lego Mario Kart - Standard Kart (174 Pieces) ...

GameSpot - Jan. 1

The Panama Canal Has a Big Problem, but It’s Not China or Trump

Climate change is causing drought conditions that are making the Panama Canal harder to operate and more expensive to pass through.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

Big Rockets, a Big Telescope and Big Changes in Space Await in 2025

Here are some key events to look forward to in space and astronomy in the year ahead.