ND's Leonard clears protocol, back for 2nd half

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  Stephen Curry, Warriors struggle again in 2nd straight embarrassing home loss

  The Golden State Warriors are soul searching after another embarrassing defeat at home, this time to the Miami Heat two days after a 30-point pounding from the Sacramento Kings
  
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• Franklin jabs at ND, says CFP needs uniformity

  Penn State coach James Franklin stressed the need for uniformity around college football, especially as it relates to the College Football Playoff, and said every team should be in a conference.
  
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  Heinrich objects to quick scheduling of Burgum confirmation hearing, alleging protocol breach

  The top Democrat on the Senate’s Energy and Natural Resources Committee says Republicans scheduled Doug Burgum’s confirmation hearing without their consent, which he called a breach of the Senate’s ...
  
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• Eagles have 'faith' in QB Hurts if cleared to play

  Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said he has a "lot of faith" in quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is still in concussion protocol, to get himself prepared in time for Sunday's wild-card matchup with the ...
  
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  Jalen Hurts remains in concussion protocol as Eagles prepare to face Packers in playoffs

  There's no news on Jalen Hurts.
  
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  Ryan Leonard At The World Juniors: "It's Cool To Be Hated."

  The Washington Capitals first-rounder is Team USA's captain and emotional leader - and rival fans are letting him have it.
  
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  Before Cephalonia there was a clearing in the Normandy woods, with a spring and a clear, cold stream | Louis de Bernières

  I drove my Morris Traveller down a hidden track, and felt I had come to a sacred place where I was completely at home. In our end of year series, writers and public figures remember the place or ...
  
  The Guardian - Jan. 3

• 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
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  Politics 2025 preview: Trump’s 2nd term, Democrat voices, more

  Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins TODAY for an in-depth look at the political landscape of 2025. She discusses President-elect Trump’s upcoming administration, his plans for mass ...
  
  NBC News - Jan. 1

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• Notre Dame could have 'gone sideways,' instead it's still fighting

  Notre Dame suffered one of the most stunning defeats in its storied history, yet somehow it has bounced back.
  
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• Notre Dame's 'Mr. January' puts Irish in CFP final

  Mitch Jeter delivered on a 41-yard field goal attempt with 12 seconds left against Penn State on Thursday night to send Notre Dame to its first national championship game since 2013.
  
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• Tearful Penn State QB Allar rues ill-fated attempt

  Penn State quarterback Drew Allar said of his late misfire that resulted in a Notre Dame interception and was followed by the Irish's game-winning field goal: "I should have just thrown it away."
  
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• NFL moves Vikings-Rams playoff tilt to Arizona

  The NFL has moved Monday's playoff game between the Vikings and Rams to Arizona, saying the decision was made in the interest of public safety as wildfires continue to ravage Southern California.
  
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• Lakers' Redick loses home; Kerr: Fires 'surreal'

  The Hornets-Lakers game was postponed because of the wildfires in the L.A. area that have claimed over 5,000 structures, including the home of Lakers coach JJ Redick.
  
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• Everton sack Sean Dyche 3 hours before Cup tie

  Sean Dyche has been sacked as manager of Everton, the club confirmed on Thursday.
  
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• MLS sorry after falsely confirming Atlanta transfer

  Major League Soccer apologized on Thursday for posting an erroneous story on its website with the wrong name of a player that was purportedly being transferred to one of its clubs.
  
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• Amad commits future to United with new 5-yr deal

  Amad Diallo has signed a new contract at Manchester United, the club confirmed on Thursday.
  
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• Ronaldo nets in 24th straight year as Al Nassr win

  Cristiano Ronaldo opened his account for 2025 at the first attempt on Thursday, marking the 24th year in a row that he has scored in professional football.
  
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• Vela's family safe after home destroyed in LA fires

  The wife of former Mexico international Carlos Vela has stated that the player and family are safe after their Malibu home burned down in the devastating Palisades Fire in Southern California.
  
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