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Gauff beats Swiatek as US win United Cup
Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz clinch victory for the United States over Poland in the United Cup final in Sydney.BBC News - 3d -
Australia race to victory and series win over India
Australia race to victory on day three of the Fifth Test in Sydney with Scott Boland taking 6-45 to help regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.BBC News - 3d -
Brea, Kentucky hand Florida first loss of season
Koby Brea scored 23 points and hit seven 3-pointers off the bench to lead No. 10 Kentucky over No. 6 Florida, handing the Gators their first loss of the season.ESPN - 4d -
Johnson prevailed in the speakership race. His problems are just beginning.
Conservatives are signaling their votes for Johnson only represent a tentative truce.Politico - 5d -
Three wins, media missteps and a 'Fire Mayo' chant: Jerod Mayo's rocky first season in New England
Mayo has experienced growing pains in New England's 3-13 season, but optimism for the future remains.ESPN - 5d -
Live updates: Mike Johnson wins Speakership on first ballot after 2 'no' votes flip
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) succeeded in keeping his gavel for the 119th Congress, winning in the House's Speakership vote in one round Friday. Johnson, who had a one-vote margin of error, won ...The Hill - 5d -
How Mike Johnson got enough support to secure the House speakership
House Speaker Mike Johnson ended up with the support of two Republican lawmakers who switched their votes in the first round of voting for a leader in the lower chamber. Maura Gillespie, a ...CBS News - 5d -
Mike Johnson secures US House speakership after facing internal dissent
Three Republicans voted for someone else, but two later changed their votes while all Democrats backed Jeffries. After initially facing internal dissent, the Trump-endorsed Republican Mike ...The Guardian - 5d -
Mike Johnson clinches Speakership in stunning first ballot
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) was reelected to the top post in the House in a stunning floor vote on the opening day of Congress on Friday, securing the gavel on the first ballot. But the vote did ...The Hill - 5d -
If Johnson doesn’t win the Speakership, the Senate might elect our next president
If the House cannot elect a Speaker before Jan. 20, Chuck Grassley could become the acting president, and the Senate could elect a new president if Grassley were unable to serve.The Hill - 5d -
Johnson secures speakership
It’s a major boon for Republican vows to swiftly implement President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda.Politico - 5d -
Johnson lays out key commitments amid Speakership battle
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Friday vowed to “reduce the size and scope of the federal government” among several other commitments as he fights to keep his gavel this week. “If we don’t follow ...The Hill - 5d -
Speakership uncertainty as new Congress begins. Here's how voting will work.
The 119th Congress convenes Friday with a huge shift of power in Washington as the GOP takes control of both chambers ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration.ABC News - 5d -
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 - 5d -
Johnson initially fails to secure speakership on first ballot
Two House Republicans joined Rep. Thomas Massie in opposing Johnson for speaker on the floor.Politico - 5d -
Johnson battles for the Speakership: 5 things to watch
Friday’s Speaker vote is shaping up to be a nailbiter as Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.), the current House leader, is scrambling to keep the gavel for the next two years in the face of conservative ...The Hill - 5d -
Here’s what Congress’s first day will look like
The 119th Congress kicks off Friday as lawmakers return to Washington with a long January to-do list and a packed first day. Confirmation hearings for President-elect Trump’s Cabinet nominees are ...The Hill - 5d -
Stephen Curry accomplishes rare 3-point feat for first time in his career in Warriors' win over 76ers
Curry got 2025 off to a hot start after a freezing cold DecemberCBS Sports - 5d -
Texas GOP lawmaker looking for 'third option' to avoid 'status quo' in House as Speakership election nears
Rep. Michael Cloud (R-Texas) said Thursday that he is looking for a “third option” to avoid “the status quo” in the House as the Speakership election nears. “There are concerns that a delay in ...The Hill - 6d -
Johnson meets with conservatives as speakership in jeopardy
It's unclear whether House Speaker Mike Johnson has enough support to remain speaker for another term.CBS News - 6d -
Here’s How Mike Johnson’s Speakership Bid Could Come Undone
The House must choose a speaker before it can swear in new members and certify Donald J. Trump as the winner of the 2024 presidential election. Last time, it took four days and 15 votes.The New York Times - 6d -
Tesla sales declined for first time in a decade
Tesla sales for 2024 declined for the first time in 10 years despite enticing financing offers and low-priced leases. CBS MoneyWarch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the alarming trend. ...CBS News - 6d -
Tesla reports first annual decline in deliveries
Elon Musk's Tesla, which saw its stock surge after Trump's election, reported its first-ever annual decline in deliveries.NBC News - 6d -
Oilers' First-Rounder Can't Stop Scoring Points
This Edmonton Oilers prospect is producing points at will.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.CBS News - 6d -
Aurora shines across the UK in first display of 2025
The Northern Lights were visible across many parts of the UK on Wednesday eveningBBC News - 6d -
Transforming the Moon Into Humanity’s First Space Hub
The small step back to Earth’s satellite will provide a giant leap for exploring our solar system.Wired - 6d -
Blue plaque marks first football 'away' match
A blue plaque is unveiled marking the first football 'away' game between Sheffield FC and NottinghamshireBBC News - 6d -
Johnson to meet with Trump at Mar-a-Lago to 'map' strategy ahead of speakership vote
House Speaker Mike Johnson is spending New Year's Day with President-elect Donald Trump ahead of a showdown vote later this week to keep his leadership post.ABC News - Jan. 1 -
Scarlets seal bonus-point win in Dragons derby
Scarlets welcomed the new year with a bonus-point derby win over Dragons in the United Rugby Championship.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
U.S. beats Canada, wins group at world juniors
The U.S. scored a 4-1 victory over Canada to take the top spot in Group A at the world junior hockey championship on Tuesday.ESPN - Jan. 1 -
Belgium becomes first EU country to ban sale of disposable vapes
Products banned on health and environmental grounds, while Milan outlaws outdoor smoking . Belgium has become the EU first country to ban the sale of disposable vapes in an effort to stop young ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
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No. 6 Penn State first team to punch its ticket to CFP semifinals
The Nittany Lions were successful at stifling Boise State star Ashton Jeanty all night, even keeping him from setting a new rushing record.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1 -
Louisville wins Sun Bowl 35-34 after Washington fails on 2-point conversion going for win
Washington narrowly missed a 2-point conversion and onside kick recovery in a thrilling Sun Bowl finish.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 31 -
With all the movement on the first-base market, what's the outlook for Pete Alonso?
The former Met offers a nearly unrivaled combination of durability and power production, yet as the calendar flips to 2025, he remains unsigned.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 31