Lane Kiffin, LSU Emerge as Favorites for Coveted 1,000-Yard Transfer Portal WR
The LSU Tigers are considered an early favorite to land an elite 1,300-yard WR from the Big Ten.
OpenAI's Secret Jony Ive Project Could Be an AI-Powered Pen
Leaked patent reveals what the $1 billion AI hardware partnership has been building.
The 3 creator economy trends that helped startups pull in the big bucks heading into 2026
Investors are writing eight- or nine-figure checks for creator economy startups, but influencers aren't the focus as AI and other trends take over.
David Sacks sparks debate by predicting Miami will 'replace' NYC as the finance capital — and Austin will overtake San Francisco
Ultrawealthy tech investors like David Sacks and Peter Thiel are weighing their options ahead of California's proposed billionaire wealth tax.
Paul Mescal Hopes ‘Nobody Gets to See’ Him Until the Beatles Films Drop in 2028
The actor talked about stepping back from the spotlight and "rationing" his workload in a new interview
FBI says it thwarted an ISIS-inspired NYE attack in Charlotte
The FBI thwarted an ISIS-inspired New Year’s Eve attack inside a grocery store in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Commentator who reportedly influenced JD Vance’s politics calls Trump admin a ‘failure’ and ‘tragedy’
In a lengthy Substack post, Curtis Yarvin accused the Trump administration of not doing enough to overhaul democracy
Teacher Asks Middle Schoolers What Millennials Want—Can't Cope With Replies
Ashley told Newsweek: “I’m very close with my students so felt like their answers would be comical and they did not disappoint.”
Former Elder Scrolls Online chief confirms Microsoft's 2025 bloodbath drove his departure from ZeniMax: 'Project Blackbird was the game I had waited my entire career to create'
Matt Firor announced his split from ZeniMax Online Studios the same day Microsoft laid off roughly 9,000 employees and cancelled multiple game projects.
In pictures: Snow blankets parts of UK as 2026 begins in deep freeze
Yellow and amber weather warnings for snow and ice will continue into the weekend as more snow is expected
Republican and Democratic strategists on challenges ahead for NYC Mayor Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City. Political strategists Joel Payne and Matt Gorman weigh in on the road ahead.
Chicago Sees Fewest Killings In 60 Years
Data from the Chicago Police Department shows the number of murders in the city has also dropped by nearly 30 percent in a year.
We bought the building so our café wouldn't have to pay rent. Buying real estate with a friend can be tricky — here's how we did it.
Fed up with rent, café owner Isreal Adeyanju and a friend bought the building. He shared his tips on co-investing in real estate.
Steam Kicks Off 2026 With New Free Game You Can Keep Forever
If you want to ring in the New Year with a fresh game, look no further than this new Steam release that's 100% free, no strings attached.
All 4 QBs in CFP semifinals are transfers
It's a common narrative here.
Russian Army Makes Biggest Territorial Gains in 2025 Since First Year of Full-Scale Invasion
Russian forces captured more than 5,600 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory last year, according to an AFP analysis.
Nigeria police charge driver in fatal Anthony Joshua car crash with dangerous driving
The driver of a car carrying British boxer Anthony Joshua that was involved in a fatal crash in Nigeria has been charged with reckless and dangerous driving, police in Nigeria’s southwestern Ogun state said on Friday. Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was driving the boxer and two of his friends, Latif...
NBA fans speculate after Nets' Michael Porter Jr. decision vs Wizards
The Brooklyn Nets ruled out Michael Porter Jr. against the Washington Wizards, causing plenty of speculation.
Early gains fade as Wall Street wobbles into 2026
Stocks wavered on Wall Street Friday to kick off the new year as early gains led by technology stocks failed to hold up.
There's still no sign of the Nvidia RTX 5080 32GB despite rumors – and a fresh claim suggests a worrying possibility
Fresh rumors suggest Nvidia RTX 5080 32GB was initially set for cloud gaming only, and that's a worrying sign for any potential launch.
Google snaps up datacenter power biz Intersect while xAI plans more capacity
The AI era needs more juice The AI-fueled datacenter boom continues apace, with Google parent Alphabet moving to acquire energy and infrastructure biz Intersect, while Elon Musk's xAI is reportedly planning to expand beyond its already huge complex in Tennessee.…
Two white-blooded fish, two paths: Icefish and noodlefish independently lose red blood cell function
Antarctic icefish are famous for living without red blood cells, but they are not alone. A species of needle-shaped, warm-water fish called the Asian noodlefish also lacks hemoglobin and red blood cells. Like icefish, its veins are filled with translucent white blood, said H. William Detrich, profes...
The Witcher 3: A Night To Remember Is The Perfect Sequel To Blood And Wine
If you're a fan of the game and one of the best adventure game DLCs ever made, this could be the best time to check out A Night To Remember.
The Witcher 3: A Night To Remember Is The Perfect Sequel To Blood And Wine
If you're a fan of the game and one of the best adventure game DLCs ever made, this could be the best time to check out A Night To Remember.
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Sparkler candles on champagne bottles revealed as likely cause of Swiss ski resort fire that killed 40
Dramatic footage shows ‘flares’ on champagne bottles catching fire on the bar’s ceiling
Avalanches kill two people, injure several others in Italy’s Alps
ROME, Jan 2 - A series of avalanches in the Italian Alps killed two people and injured several others on Friday, with strong winds hampering the rescue operations, rescuers said.
The Bose QuietComfort headphones are more than half off right now
The Bose QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones are on sale for just $170.05 at Amazon, 51% off and their best price on record.
Bowl season winners & losers: Trinidad Chambliss, Indiana, Arch Manning, Pop-Tart opt-outs and more
Bowl season did not disappoint but inside and outside the College Football Playoff.
‘The Muppet Show’ Special: Teaser With Sabrina Carpenter & Seth Rogen Hints At Series Order For The Reboot In Success
We are getting a first look at guest star Sabrina Carpenter and executive producer Seth Rogen in a teaser for The Muppet Show special, a reboot of the classic series. Originally announced as a Disney+ event, the special will now be premiere on both ABC and Disney Feb. 4, coinciding with the 50th ann...
Tigers get bad Tarik Skubal prediction involving an NL West team
This would frustrate several fanbases.
Tom Hiddleston's Returning 91% RT Spy Thriller Series Becomes Worldwide Streaming Hit On Prime Video
As Tom Hiddleston's massively popular spy-thriller TV show is finally back, the drama has already become a worldwide streaming hit for Prime Video.
Is There a Future for The Metals Company?
The Metals Company stock is up 440% on the year. But does the company have a future?
Matt Rhule, Nebraska Predicted to Replace Dylan Raiola With Former Notre Dame QB
Matt Rhule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers are predicted to land former Notre Dame QB in transfer portal to replace Dylan Raiola.
Law enforcement foils ISIS-inspired New Year's Eve terror attack in North Carolina
Law enforcement officials held a press conference to discuss their efforts thwarting an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack that an 18-year-old man planned to carry out on New Year's Eve in North Carolina.
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot blames safeguard ‘lapses’ over child sexual images
Grok generated sexually explicit images of minors in recent days that have been shared on social media platform X
Why Serve Robotics Stock Is Soaring Today
After falling 23% in 2025, this robotics stock is starting off the new year on a positive note.
Epstein suvivors' lawyers say number of files yet to be released is larger than previously known
Lawyers for Jeffrey Epstein survivors are alleging that a large number of files have yet to be released by the Department of Justice. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Investigation continues into the New Year's Eve bar fire in Switzerland, in photos
Swiss investigators say they believe sparklers on Champagne bottles ignited the fatal fire at a Swiss ski resort when they came too close to the ceiling of a bar crowded with New Year’s Eve revelers.
Strive for success in 2026 and beyond
From household health to pet care and fitness, here’s everything you need to begin the new year as you mean to go on
Trump: Construction of DC’s new arch to start in early 2026
President Trump revealed in an interview this week that the construction of the “Triumphal Arch” in Washington, D.C., is set to begin soon. “It hasn’t started yet. It starts sometime in the next two months. It’ll be great. Everyone loves it,” Trump said in an interview with Politico th...
US says it thwarted potential ISIS-inspired New Year's Eve attack in North Carolina
WASHINGTON, Jan 2 - The U.S. Justice Department said on Friday it thwarted an alleged plan by a North Carolina man to carry out an ISIS-inspired attack using knives and hammers on New Year’s Eve.
Satellite Image Reveals Lake Turning Two Different Colors
Lake Eyre is enormous, and unusual: it both has no outflow and is filled by water derived from rain and flooding alone.
Snoop Dogg Biopic: Director Craig Brewer On Connections To Straight Outta Compton
Exclusive: Director Craig Brewer teases Snoop Dogg's upcoming biopic and how it will compare to his role in another Oscar-nominated hit biopic.
Watch: Earthquake hits during Mexican President’s address - Here’s what happens next
A powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico on Friday morning, disrupting President Claudia Sheinbaum's press briefing and prompting a swift evacuation of the National Palace. The tremor was felt across Mexico City and surrounding regions, but authorities reported no immediate major d...
When the Bayeaux Tapestry Makes its Historic Return to England, the British Government Will Insure it for More Than $1 Billion
Created in the 11th century, the delicate, 230-foot-long embroidered textile has been in France since 1077
Iranian protesters facing 'brutal crackdown' as protests amplify
Amid large protests in Iran, contradictory messages are being sent out. While the president seems to have adopted a conciliatory tone, other reports from the ground talk of live ammunition being used against protesters, with the worry that this a brutal crackdown is underway. FRANCE 24's Rochelle Fe...
Qaidam Basin fossils suggest Pleistocene establishment of East Asian migratory flyway
A research team led by Associate Professor Wang Yaqiong from the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (NIGPAS), in collaboration with colleagues from multiple domestic and international institutions, has for the first time documented two marine ostracod fo...
What US Intervention in Iran Could Look Like
President Donald Trump has pledged to intervene if Iran shoots or kills demonstrators in Iran.
Maduro says Venezuela is open to U.S. talks on drug trafficking, but keeps mum on CIA strike
In a pretaped interview aired Thursday, Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro expressed readiness to discuss serious agreements with the U.S.
Kickstart your 2026 reading goals while the Amazon Kindle is on sale for under $90
The Kindle (16GB) is on sale for $89.99 at Amazon, down from the list price of $109.99. That's an 18% discount.
LeBron James predicted to return home to end NBA career with Cleveland Cavaliers
This would be a storybook ending.
How much could a $25,000 CD account earn in 2026?
CDs still offer high guaranteed returns as we kick off the new year, despite rates dipping from recent highs.
Full List of New Social Security Rules Taking Effect This Month
Some of the changes arrive courtesy of inflation adjustments, but your exact benefit amount could vary.
Nigeria urges civilians to avoid debris from US-backed strikes on Islamists
ABUJA, Jan 2 - Nigeria's military urged civilians in the country's northwest on Friday not to keep or tamper with unexploded ordnance found at sites targeted in recent U.S.-backed airstrikes.
Genshin Impact version 'Luna 4' (6.3) livestream codes
Redeem these three Genshin Impact "Luna 4" livestream codes for some free Primogems.
Owner Gets Golden Retriever Puppy, Cat Hasn’t Had a ‘Minute of Peace’ Since
"Cats want their space [and] the Goldens also want the cats' space," commented one TikTok user.
NFL fans think Tom Brady revealed who Raiders will take No. 1 in draft on national TV
Tom Brady's part owner of the Raiders, and may have revealed who Las Vegas will draft first overall on national TV!
Snowstorms and floods hit the U.S. to start the new year
Snowstorms and floods hit the U.S. to start the new year
US travel ban on 39 countries comes into effect; check full list here
As of January 1, 2026, a new US travel ban officially took effect, impacting citizens from 39 countries. The expanded restrictions, issued by the Trump administration, impose full or partial entry bans for both immigrants and nonimmigrants. This policy aims to prevent the entry of individuals from c...
Tyler, the Creator, Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Looking for the week’s best new music? Check out our Songs You Need to Know playlist
'I need time' - Nancy's plea before Old Firm test
Wilfried Nancy launches a passionate defence of his methods and stresses the need for time if he is to succeed at Celtic.
Looks like the best budget soundbar maker is bringing a 9.2.6-channel beast of a compact home theater system to CES 2026
Ultimea will launch a 9.2.6 soundbar system and multiple home audio products at CES 2026.
Athletic Brewing’s Big 2026 Outlook
From Dry January to year-round moderation—non-alcoholic beer is booming. Bill Shufelt, the Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing joined Bloomberg TV and radio to talk about the outlook for NA beer in the new year and how his brand is trying to redefine how we drink. (Source: Bloomberg)
Anthony Joshua's driver charged over Nigeria crash that killed two of his friends
The man behind the wheel of a car that crashed into a lorry in Nigeria, killing two passengers and injuring Anthony Joshua has been charged.
Hearts Break As Senior Dog Left Behind After Owners Evicted
“My senior lady adoption from this shelter is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! DO IT!” one user wrote.
Tesla sales fell by 9 percent in 2025, its second yearly decline
Deadly doors, a busted battery bet, and a toxic owner: what's not to like?
Full List of Mamdani Executive Orders Signed on Day 1 as NYC Mayor
The newly minted mayor passed several “sweeping” executive orders on his first day in office, three of which addressed housing.
How to watch the Sony Honda Afeela CES 2026 press conference
Sony's CES 2026 press conference is just a few days away, and this year comes with a twist: Rather than an overview of Sony's electronics, video game and Hollywood studio plans for the new year, the presser will have a more narrow focus: electric vehicles. Sound odd? That's because the traditional e...
One Piece: Blackbeard's Most OP Moments, Ranked
Blackbeard is one of One Piece's greatest villains, and here is a list of his most OP moments in the series.
Inside scoop: The 2,500-year history of ice-cream
We all scream for ice-cream, especially as temperatures soar in the summer. Ancient civilizations had the same desire for a cold, sweet treat to cope with heat waves.
Minnesota Launches Paid Leave Program - Here's Who Will Benefit
Employees will receive partial pay for medical needs, bonding with a newborn, or caring for a family member.
Live Updates From CES 2026 in Las Vegas 🔴
Follow along with Gizmodo as we check out all the latest gadget announcements from the year's biggest, most-packed tech event, CES 2026.
What makes mountain birds sing at dawn—and why are they sometimes quiet? Ecologists explain
Three species of the melodic African warbler bird refuse to get up early and sing their customary daybreak songs when the weather is cold. This new discovery was made recently by a team of soundscape ecologists in South Africa's mountainous Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The team's research co...
The American empire has entered its final act
Donald Trump promised to restore America, but his presidency revealed the country's deep-rooted issues of debt, declining soft power, and social fragmentation, which cannot be reversed by rhetoric alone.
Petkit Just Announced Three New Smart Devices for Your Pets
The company is launching one of the first "smart" wet food feeders on the market.
Adams responds to Andy Cohen criticism: ‘Another sloppy drunken rant’
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams slammed Andy Cohen after the Bravo host criticized his “chaotic” tenure in city hall. “Watching the final moments of Mayor Adams’s chaotic, horrible … I just want to say, he got his pardons … No, I’m just saying. Great, you got your pardons. Go o...
‘CBS News Has Fallen’: Tony Dokoupil Lambasted After Sharing New ‘Evening News’ Strategy
Critics call out the Paramount-owned and Bari Weiss-led network's ability to report without bias The post ‘CBS News Has Fallen’: Tony Dokoupil Lambasted After Sharing New ‘Evening News’ Strategy appeared first on TheWrap.
Ukrainian soldier's M1 MacBook Air takes direct shrapnel hit, still works despite battle damage — screen cracked and letter 'K' missing but laptop remains functional
An Apple M1 MacBook Air took a shell shrapnel hit and survived, with the laptop still working despite damage to the screen and the letter K on the keyboard missing.
