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Top Iranian General Admits ‘Big’ Defeat in Syria

For weeks, Iranian officials have downplayed the fall of their ally in Syria. But an important general has offered a remarkably candid view of the blow to Iran, and its military’s prospects.

The New York Times - 35m

FirstFT: California declares state of emergency as wildfires rage

Also in today’s newsletter, Facebook ends third-party fact-checking, and analysts turn on Citi’s chief executive

Financial Times - 9h

Notre Dame vs. Penn State odds, spread: 2025 College Football Playoff picks, top Orange Bowl model predictions

SportsLine's model just revealed its College Football Playoff semifinal picks for No. 6 seed Penn State vs. No. 7 seed Notre Dame in the 2025 Orange Bowl on Thursday

CBS Sports - 8h

Jimmy Carter to Lie in State in Capitol Starting Tuesday

Former President Jimmy Carter, who once banned the playing of “Hail to the Chief,” will lie in state at the Capitol as part of three days of elaborate ceremonies.

The New York Times - 15h

Republicans hold on to Virginia state Senate seat

Republican Luther Cifers defeated Democrat Jack Trammell in the special election for the state Senate's 10th District on Tuesday, according to Decision Desk HQ, maintaining Republicans’ grip on the ...

The Hill - 19h

Jimmy Carter lying in state at U.S. Capitol

Jimmy Carter is lying in state at the U.S. Capitol ahead of his state funeral on Jan. 9. Scott MacFarlane has more on the late former president's journey from Georgia to Washington, D.C.

CBS News - 19h

Broome, Flagg featured on Wooden Award top 25

Auburn's Johni Broome and Duke's Cooper Flagg anchor the Wooden Award midseason top-25 list.

ESPN - 21h

3 Big Sabres Named Top Trade Candidates

These three Sabres have been named among the NHL's top trade candidates.

Yahoo Sports - 21h

North Carolina Supreme Court blocks state from certifying Democrat as winner in top court race

The North Carolina Supreme Court voted to block the certification of Democratic Justice Allison Riggs as the winner of her state Supreme Court race while her GOP opponent challenges the legitimacy ...

The Hill - 1d

More Americans say immigration a top priority: Survey

Nearly half of Americans said immigration should be a top priority for President-elect Trump to tackle in 2025, according to a survey released Tuesday. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public ...

The Hill - 1d

Women's college basketball Power Rankings: Utah reenters top 25 after beating Audi Crooks, Iowa State

The Utes are building an impressive resume, which includes an upset win over Notre Dame

CBS Sports - 1d

The Top Remaining M.L.B. Free Agents at Each Position

There is still at least one superstar available, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 1d

"The G-Zero Wins" tops Eurasia Group top risks list for 2025

The Eurasia Group's annual risk report names "The G-Zero Wins" as the biggest threat of 2025, predicting a world without clear international leadership. Founder Ian Bremmer joins "CBS Mornings."

CBS News - 1d

California sheriff is Trump's blue-state ally

Riverside County, California, Sheriff Chad Bianco says he feels "very good" about President-elect Trump winning the election and calls Democrats' agenda "pro criminal." In the past, Bianco was a ...

NBC News - 1d

Top geopolitical risks that could arise in 2025

2025 is set to be another dynamic year on the world stage between the inauguration of Donald Trump, uncertainty in the Middle East, Ukraine and the South China Sea, and major political changes ...

CBS News - 1d

Unbeaten Vols strengthen grip on No. 1 in Top 25

Tennessee tightened its grip on No. 1 in the AP Top 25 on Monday following a pair of lopsided wins, including one over SEC rival Arkansas, that left the Volunteers as the only undefeated team in ...

ESPN - 2d

How the Islamic State Radicalizes People Today

A man who pledged allegiance to the terrorist group carried out a deadly attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.

The New York Times - 2d

Sabres Top Prospect Is Dominating The AHL Right Now

This Sabres prospect is continuing to thrive in the AHL.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Modern CEO Readers Weigh In With Their Top Leaders

Executives at Happy, MIT Solve, TIAA, and Modern Health are write-in favorites.

Inc. - 2d

Courts in ‘State of Disarray’ on Law Disarming Felons

The Supreme Court has repeatedly ducked Second Amendment challenges to the law. Starkly differing decisions from federal appeals courts last month may change that.

The New York Times - 2d

Ruchir Sharma: top 10 trends for 2025

Projections about the coming year assume market shifts will be dictated by Donald Trump. But the global economy is unlikely to revolve around the US

Financial Times - 2d

Tomorrow's Top 25 Today: Kentucky poised for big rise, UConn moves into top 10 in college basketball rankings

The top 10 will see some movement after a pair of unbeaten teams fell this week

CBS Sports - 2d

Touchdown Tommy! Montana State's Mellott wins Walter Payton Award as top FCS offensive player

Montana State quarterback Tommy Mellott won the Walter Payton Award as the Football Championship Subdivision offensive player of the year Saturday night, two days before the top-ranked Bobcats face ...

ABC News - 3d

State funeral of Jimmy Carter begins

America's goodbye to its 39th president officially begins today, as the nearly week-long state funeral of Jimmy Carter begins. The funeral will include stops throughout his home state of Georgia, ...

CBS News - 4d

2025 PGA Tour top storylines: From Scottie to Rory to the Ryder Cup

Can anyone catch Scottie Scheffler? Can Rory McIlroy add another major? Who are the top rookies to watch? We look ahead to the upcoming 2025 PGA Tour season.

ESPN - 5d

Ohio State vs. Michigan State odds, prediction: 2025 college basketball picks, Jan. 3 top bets by proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its college basketball picks for the Michigan State Spartans vs. Ohio State Buckeyes on Friday

CBS Sports - 5d

Thune says preserving the Senate filibuster will be a top priority

Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) in his first prepared address as Senate majority leader says “preserving” the filibuster will be one of his top priorities, making an early move to quash any talk of major ...

The Hill - 5d

Bumrah strikes in feisty finale but Australia on top

Australia dismiss India for 185 on day one of their series decider but a fired-up Jasprit Bumrah strikes with the final ball of the day to boost the tourists late on.

BBC News - 5d

The Best Team in the Country? It’s Clearly Ohio State.

If the Buckeyes keep playing like this, they will be nearly impossible to beat, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 5d

Jimmy Carter's body will lie in state at U.S. Capitol

Memorial services honoring former President Jimmy Carter begin this weekend. His body will lie in state at the U.S. Capitol starting Tuesday following a public viewing in Atlanta, Georgia. CBS ...

CBS News - 5d

Does the United States need a debt limit?

The federal debt limit has no practical value. This suggests that ending it would be a good idea. Yet the laws of unintended consequences suggest that there are unforeseen effects that may be worse ...

The Hill - 6d

Fears Grow of Islamic State's Re-Emergence in Syria

The group is looking to exploit Syria’s uncertain future to rebuild its influence—half a decade after U.S.-led forces broke its hold on swaths of territory and millions of people.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

No. 6 Ohio State routs top-ranked Oregon 41-21 in the Rose Bowl, advances to CFP semifinals

No. 6 Ohio State roared into the College Football Playoff semifinals with a 41-21 victory over No. 1 Oregon in the 111th Rose Bowl

ABC News - 6d

Broccoli sold at Walmart recalled in 20 states

Broccoli sold at Walmart stores in 20 states has been recalled. Braga Fresh last week issued a voluntary and precautionary advisory for 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets that may be ...

The Hill - Jan. 1

The Top 12 Soccer Stars Available as Free Transfers

With the January transfer window now open, the best soon-to-be-free-agents can officially discuss moves to other soccer teams.

The New York Times - Jan. 1

The top 5 education issues of 2024

Universities and state education policies dominated in 2024 with a tumultuous year that saw massive protests over the Israel-Hamas war and lawsuits over the separation of church and state in public ...