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The N.H.L. Team That Is Surprising Everyone This Season

Now beyond the season’s midpoint, these are the updated picks for Stanley Cup winner, dark horse, biggest disappointment and more.

The New York Times - 16h

Everyone’s Favorite Small-Business Tax Deduction Gets a Boost for 2025 and More May Be on the Way

Section 179 gets a $30,000 increase, and keep your eye on bonus depreciation, too.

Inc. - 1d

Gay Talese Keeps Notes, Especially on Everyone’s Clothes

In a new collection about New York City, the writer turns his gimlet eye on its icons, its architecture, its hot spots — and its suits. “Clothes matter — especially when you get old,” he says.

The New York Times - 1d

The Celtics are in a slump — and their biggest issue is surprising

Should Boston be worried or is this just a blip on the radar?

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Book excerpt: Washington hostess Perla Mesta, "The Woman Who Knew Everyone"

Bestselling author Meryl Gordon's biography tells the story of the socialite and political savant, whose gift for hosting parties in the nation's capital made her one of the most famous women in ...

CBS News - 1d

Mel Gibson ‘just as surprised’ as anyone to be named Trump ‘special envoy’ to Hollywood

Actor and film producer Mel Gibson said he was stunned to be appointed as a special envoy to Hollywood under the upcoming Trump administration. “I got the tweet at the same time as all of you and ...

The Hill - 1d

Gen Z’s surprising 2025 strategy aims to rewrite the playbook for young investors

A survey found that Gen Z intends to invest in cash assets and bonds more than older generations.

MarketWatch - 1d

Pence urges Trump to stay committed to Taiwan during surprise visit to Taipei

The incoming Trump administration should renew its commitment to providing Taiwan with the means to defend itself, former Vice President Mike Pence said.

NBC News - 1d

‘Everyone thought it would cause gridlock’: the highway that Seoul turned into a stream

Cheonggyecheon stream in the South Korean capital has become an attraction – and helps with flood management, fighting air pollution and cooling the city. On a crisp December morning, office ...

The Guardian - 2d

Surprise mobile mid-contract price rises banned

It comes after customers complained of not being able to plan for price rises.

BBC News - 2d

How Biden Surprised Progressives

To the departing president, F.D.R. seemed a guiding, if often elusive, star.

The New York Times - 3d

Vivek Ramaswamy emerges as a surprise prospect for Vance's old Senate seat

Vivek Ramaswamy is in discussions about filling Vice President-elect JD Vance’s Senate seat in Ohio, two people briefed on the process told NBC News.

NBC News - 3d

Surprise fall in inflation boosts interest rate cut hopes

Inflation falls for the first time in three months, sparking expectations rates may be cut to 4.5% in February.

BBC News - 3d

Beloved 80-year-old Louisiana teacher gets surprise of a lifetime

When her beloved high school faced a teaching shortage, Frances Shaw came out of retirement. To honor her 52 years of service, she got a surprise that brought her to tears.

CBS News - 5d

Predicting the 5 N.F.L. Head Coach Openings, Including a Surprise

Pete Carroll is 73, but he’s the candidate best suited to turn Chicago into a winner, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 5d

The Surprising Grief of Having Your Home Survive a Wildfire

For people whose homes are spared in a wildfire while their neighbors lose everything, the road ahead can be isolating, plagued by feelings of guilt and shame.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Why everyone else can panic about rising bond yields

In the US they signal optimism while I’m loving a weaker pound

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Why Draymond was not surprised by Butler's fallout with Heat

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green shared why he wasn't surprised by Jimmy Butler's fallout with the Miami Heat.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Ed Sheeran stuns pupils with surprise appearance

Pop superstar gives pupils "goose bumps" with surprise performance at a school assembly in Cardiff.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Not everyone can be Batman: Ohio State's crew of overqualified Robins, like Emeka Egbuka, embrace their role

Upperclassman leaders like Emeka Egbuka set the tone during a pivotal season

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Revealing 2024's biggest fantasy football surprises

In fantasy football, we've learned to expect the unexpected. Our staff lists their biggest surprises, good or bad, from the season.

ESPN - Jan. 8

Mother 'not surprised' son killed on London bus

Kelyan Bokassa was groomed by gangs from the age of six years old, his mother Mary Bokassa said.

BBC News - Jan. 8

SAG Awards nominations: What the biggest snubs and surprises mean for the Oscar race

The SAG Awards usually are a reliable forecast for Oscar glory. Will motion picture academy voters once again follow the script?

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8

TGL golf results, takeaways: New league is fast, fun, not for everyone as The Bay defeats New York in debut

The newest iteration of non-tour gol debuted Tuesday night in Florida, and initial reviews are positive but mixed

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Snyder's Soapbox: MLB has the best sports venues. Eat your heart out, everyone else

Baseball stadiums are unique in ways that other parks just don't get to be

CBS Sports - 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

Target-date funds — the most popular 401(k) plan investment — don't work for everyone

Target-date funds are poised to capture about two-thirds of all 401(k) contributions by 2027. While they benefit many investors, others may see drawbacks.

CNBC - Jan. 6

Trent Alexander-Arnold's Liverpool future needs settling soon, for everyone's sake

After his lackluster display vs. Man United, Alexander-Arnold's contract situation feels all the more urgent.

ESPN - Jan. 6

Amorim: Everyone 'too comfortable' at Man United

Ruben Amorim praised Manchester United's spirited 2-2 draw against Liverpool and then said he is trying to "shock" with his comments.

ESPN - Jan. 6

Italy's Meloni makes surprise Mar-a-Lago visit to meet with Trump

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago to meet with President-elect Trump on Saturday. They were joined by a number of Trump’s expected nominees for his ...

The Hill - Jan. 5

Rose says Bulls' tribute is 'celebrating everyone'

Derrick Rose called his tribute Saturday at the Bulls game something that "celebrates everyone" who was part of his story.

ESPN - Jan. 5

Ukraine launches surprise operation in Russia’s Kursk region

Footage purports to show Ukrainian armoured columns advancing towards village of Bolshoe Soldatskoe. Ukrainian armed forces began a surprise offensive in Russia’s Kursk region on Sunday, in an ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

Italy’s Meloni boosts ties with Trump in surprise Florida visit

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made a surprise trip to Florida to meet with Donald Trump late on Saturday, as the key European leader sought to buttress ties with the president-elect before ...

NBC News - Jan. 5

PGA Tour moves toward changes to FedEx Cup finale. Finding a solution everyone likes won't be easy

Commissioner Jay Monahan wasn’t kidding when he told the PGA Tour staff in his year-end message that everything was on the table

ABC News - Jan. 4

WATCH: Watch this Marine surprise his grandmother at home

The sweet surprise left this grandmother in tears as she hugged her grandson.

ABC News - Jan. 3

How far Gavin & Stacey stars went to keep finale a surprise

BBC News - Jan. 3

Boeing Adds More Surprise Quality Checks in Its Factories

The jet manufacturer outlines more than a dozen steps it has taken in recent months to address concerns about production issues.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3

Giving Kids Some Autonomy Has Surprising Results

Letting them take some responsibility for their choices is what prepares them for adult life.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

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