How a proposed Honda-Nissan merger could impact car buyers

Japan stocks rise as government reportedly set to propose record budget

Asia-Pacific stocks opened higher Thursday, with several markets closed for Boxing Day.

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The toy industry is bracing for the impact of Trump's promised tariffs

Toy stores and the toy industry are warning that Trump's pledge to add tariffs to Chinese imports could harm their businesses.

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The impact of tariffs on the U.S. toy industry

If President-elect Donald Trump follows through on his threat of imposing new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, it could have major repercussions for the U.S. toy industry. Kelly O'Grady explains.

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Sources: Luka could be out for extended period

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic could be sidelined for an extended period of time after straining his left calf in Wednesday's loss to the Wolves.

ESPN - 2h

My friend has a dependent son, 32, who drives without car insurance. Would his parents be criminally liable if he has an accident?

“They declare him as a dependent for tax purposes.”

MarketWatch - 9h

Analyzing the Golden At-Bat, a Rule Change That Could Revolutionize Baseball

Would fan interest grow if teams could manipulate their lineups to send superstars to hit with a game on the line?

The New York Times - 10h

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after four people hit by car

Police say one of the pedestrians is in a life-threatening condition.

BBC News - 10h

If Syrian Chemical Weapons Were Found, the U.S. Army Could Safely Destroy Them

A civilian team at a base in Maryland disposed of Syrian toxins a decade ago after hundreds of people were killed in a nerve agent attack.

The New York Times - 10h

Man arrested after pedestrians hit by car in London’s West End

Four people taken to hospital after incident, which police say was not terrorism-related, in early hours of Christmas Day . A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after ...

The Guardian - 13h

Bracketology: Could Duke nab the No. 1 overall seed?

The SEC continued to dominate in this week's edition of Bracketology, but is Duke making a run toward a top seed?

ESPN - 14h

Looking for Private Equity (or a Merger) in 2025? Here’s What You Should Know

Trump’s deregulatory push, interest rate cuts, and the PE ‘bullwhip effect’ are expected to influence M&A in 2025.

Inc. - 15h

Federal Reserve proposes more transparency in bank stress tests, but banks still sue

Trade groups representing the largest U.S. banks on Tuesday filed suit in federal court to force more transparency in the U.S. Federal Reserve’s bank stress tests imposed after the 2008 global ...

MarketWatch - 1d

As older Americans downsize, over 20 million homes could become available—but they're not where young people want to move

"Empty nesters" downsizing isn't likely to be the solution to the housing shortages facing major U.S. cities, recent Zillow research finds.

CNBC - 1d

Nissan could face cost-cutting 'carnage' in Honda merger, Carlos Ghosn says

"There is practically no complementarity here," the former Nissan CEO told CNBC.

CNBC - 1d

Could Dean Withers Be One of the Democrats’ TikTok Bro Whisperers?

Dean Withers argues online with right-wing stars like Charlie Kirk and Ben Shapiro. His goal? To reach their young, male followers.

The New York Times - 1d

Lindsey Vonn thinks her new titanium knee could start a trend in skiing. And pro sports in general

Lindsey Vonn thinks her new titanium knee could be the start of a trend in ski racing

ABC News - 1d

Why Mergers of Carmakers Like Honda and Nissan Often Falter

The Japanese companies are considering joining forces to survive in a rapidly changing auto industry, but auto history is filled with troubled and failed marriages.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump Says it Could be Worth Keeping TikTok in U.S. for a Little While

The President-elect said the attention he’s gotten on the social platform prompted him to think it should keep operating, despite a law requiring its sale by Jan. 19.

Inc. - 2d

Trump's 25% tariff could be an existential threat to Canada's recovering auto industry

There's growing concern that potential tariffs on Canadian imports to the U.S. could be an existential threat to the country's recovering automotive industry.

CNBC - 2d

Honda, Nissan Plan to Create World's No. 3 Automaker in 2026 Merger

Honda’s chief executive said the move wasn’t a rescue of troubled Nissan.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

After Years of Going Big, American Car Buyers Are Downsizing

Sales of smaller cars and SUVs have been on the rise this year with more shoppers giving priority to affordability.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

Snowy owl rescued from car grille by Minnesota woman who saved another bird hours earlier

A great gray owl and a snowy owl are being treated by experts after being rescued by a northern Minnesota woman

ABC News - 7h

Ukraine war briefing: North Korean troops yet to make major impact on fighting, says Ukraine military intelligence

Missile strike targets residential building in Kryvyi Rih; Christmas celebrations across Ukraine shrouded in grief. What we know on day 1,036. See all our Ukraine war coverage A ballistic ...

The Guardian - 23h

Car industry consulted over 2030 petrol and diesel ban

The government says it will "restore clarity" for vehicle manufacturers and the charging industry.

BBC News - 1d

Nissan could face cost-cutting 'carnage' in Honda merger, Carlos Ghosn says

Nissan will be the victim of cost-cutting “carnage” if it combines forces with Japanese peer Honda, former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn told CNBC on Tuesday.

NBC News - 1d

Starbucks strike impacts less than 200 locations, coffee chain contends

More than 5,000 workers were expected to take part in walkout that ends later on Christmas Eve, their union says.

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Why Scottie Scheffler changing his putting grip could lead to an even-more-dominant 2025 season

Scheffler was among the leaders on the greens at the Hero World Challenge where he bested all but two men by at least 10 strokes

CBS Sports - 1d

College Football Playoff format changes: What's potentially on the table and how/when things could happen

After a messy opening weekend, everybody has their own ideas on how to "fix" the playoff. Here's what's actually being considered behind closed doors.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

How to find the most affordable car insurance

Auto insurance costs are rising, but drivers can still find affordable car insurance with the help of these tips.

CBS News - 1d

Fox News's Kilmeade estimates Greenland could cost $1.5 trillion

Fox News’s Brian Kilmeade estimated Monday that Greenland could cost some $1.5 trillion, after President-elect Trump said earlier this week the U.S. owning the country “is an absolute necessity.” ...

The Hill - 1d

Killing remote work could kill government efficiency in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has threatened to veto any state budget that contains return-to-office mandates for state employees, citing the benefits of remote work in terms of productivity, ...

The Hill - 1d

Waymo showcases fully autonomous car amid safety concerns

Waymo presents a first look at its fully autonomous car operating at higher speeds on a Phoenix freeway, as the company faces growing safety concerns and skepticism about driverless technology. ...

CBS News - 1d

Could Trump heal Canada’s ailing economy?

Economists say a jolt from the south could shock the country out of its torpor

Financial Times - 1d

Why Mergers of Carmakers Like Honda and Nissan Often Falter

The Japanese companies are considering joining forces to survive in a rapidly changing auto industry, but auto history is filled with troubled and failed marriages.

The New York Times - 1d

Man charged in fatal burning of woman in New York subway car

Suspect identified as Sebastian Zapeta charged with murder and arson after watching victim set ablaze die, police said. A man who allegedly set a woman on fire inside a New York subway train ...

The Guardian - 2d

Latest news on Honda-Nissan merger, Party City going out of business

Honda and Nissan are aiming to merge into what would be a powerful presence in the car industry. This comes as news emerges of Party City going out of business. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly ...

CBS News - 2d

Four-star WR commit Vance Spafford could be Georgia's next Ladd McConkey: 'The comps are obvious'

Spafford has already drawn countless comps to McConkey throughout his recruitment

CBS Sports - 2d

Winter weather could snarl holiday travel in parts of the U.S.

Winter storm threats are lurking in parts of the northern U.S. and could impact holiday travel plans for the millions expected to hit the roads and skies this week. CBS News senior national weather ...

CBS News - 2d

Honda and Nissan officially begin merger talks to create world's third-largest automaker

Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda on Monday announced they had entered into official talks to merge and create the world’s third-largest automaker by sales.

NBC News - 2d

How a proposed Honda-Nissan merger could impact car buyers

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