Swansea City claimed a narrow home win against fellow Championship strugglers Portsmouth on Tuesday night.

https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/swansea-city-portsmouth-championship-relegation-5436868

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“I want a superfight. It would be at the White House against Jon Jones,” Alex Pereira detailed his request right after his jaw-dropping return to the light heavyweight throne with an 80-second KO against Magomed Ankalaev. That has garnered mixed reactions from the world of MMA, but one veteran heavyweight’s verdict looks set in stone. […]The post Alex Pereira’s Jon Jones Plea for UFC White House Might Hit a Roadblock as Veteran HW Gives Harsh Reality Check appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-alex-pereira-s-jon-jones-plea-for-ufc-white-house-might-hit-a-roadblock-as-veteran-hw-gives-harsh-reality-check/

Paula Badosa, once ranked world number two, has fallen to number 25 after a year of recurring injuries. At the China Open, she beat Antonia Ruzic but retired against Karolina Muchova in the next round. She later shared her end-of-season message on X, noting frequent physical issues. Now, as the new season approaches, Paula Badosa […]The post Paula Badosa Hires 17-Year-Old Trainer in Unconventional Move Toward 2026 Comeback appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/tennis-news-paula-badosa-hires-seventeen-year-old-trainer-in-unconventional-move-toward-2026-comeback/

For the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era, a Kansas City Chiefs season is defined not by a Super Bowl push, but by the potential end of a dynasty. After the 20-10 defeat at the hands of the Houston Texans, the Chiefs have dropped to 6-7, and Travis Kelce’s future has never looked more […]The post Travis Kelce Faces Rare Retirement Opportunity as Patrick Mahomes Prepares for Chiefs TE’s Exit appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-chiefs-travis-kelce-faces-rare-retirement-opportunity-as-patrick-mahomes-prepares-for-chiefs-tes-exit/

These days, a golfer’s earnings depend on which Tour they are playing. LPGA’s prize money, although it reaches new heights every season, is still way less than the PGA Tour’s. This is reflected clearly in the earnings of top pros. Both Nelly Korda and Justin Thomas had decent seasons this year, but their earnings tell […]The post Justin Thomas vs Nelly Korda: Who Is Richer in 2025? appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-justin-thomas-vs-nelly-korda-who-is-richer-in-2025/

If Trump’s goal is to create a Kennedy Center for the people, then this year’s Honors ceremony seemed entirely designed to vindicate their tastes.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/12/kiss-and-company-at-the-all-american-kennedy-center-honors/

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A thug hurled homophobic abuse at a man in the toilets of a seaside bar as he repeatedly kicked, punched and stamped on him.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/crime/thug-jailed-over-attack-in-seaside-bar-toilets-5434203

#beestontoday

The outgoing Chancellor of the University of NSW says critical thinkers are needed more than ever.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/as-david-gonski-leaves-the-education-system-he-has-one-wish-for-our-universities-20251203-p5nkk0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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One of Australia’s greatest scientists has called the decision to abolish the health promotion agency “a misguided cost-saving measure”.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/victoria/just-leave-it-alone-nossal-calls-for-vichealth-to-be-spared-from-government-cuts-20251210-p5nmlu.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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These local musicians – some with long-awaited breakthroughs, others with stunning introductions – made us take notice this year. 

https://www.theage.com.au/culture/music/the-25-best-new-aussie-artists-of-2025-20251208-p5nlun.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_culture

The mental health sector says axing a requirement for people who have experienced mental health challenges to be at the forefront of reform is a betrayal.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/victoria/abolition-of-lived-experience-test-for-mental-health-leaders-alarms-industry-20251208-p5nlpt.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#watoday

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes Arsenal will win the Premier League title despite Manchester City closing in on the table.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-they-re-making-hard-work-it-rio-ferdinand-points-2-key-issues-arsenal-will-face-premier-league-title-chase-manchester-city-close-gap

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Former Real Madrid midfielder Guti has predicted a landslide victory for his former side ahead of their UEFA Champions League match against Manchester City on Wednesday.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-real-madrid-legend-guti-makes-bold-score-prediction-los-blancos-clash-manchester-city

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The outage is affecting eftpos terminals and online banking, including through apps or other browsers. 

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/thousands-of-customers-hit-by-westpac-banking-outage-20251210-p5nmko.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Joe Rogan recently shared his thoughts on the Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili title rematch and lauded the Russian fighter for his impeccable performance.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-what-masterclass-joe-rogan-shares-honest-thoughts-petr-yan-vs-merab-dvalishvili-rematch-ufc-323

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Former India player Aakash Chopra has opined that Suryakumar Yadav's continued lean run for the Men in Blue is concerning.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-what-applicable-shubman-true-well-aakash-chopra-team-india-star-s-failure-ind-vs-sa-2025-1st-t20i

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Jon Rahm's future in the DP World Tour is still uncertain, as LIV Golf has re-entered discussions with the European Tour. This has come amid the players' ongoing appeal against the Tour's decision.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/golf/news-jon-rahm-s-future-uncertain-liv-golf-re-enter-talks-dp-world-tour

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The digital revolution has become a vast, unplanned experiment – and children are its most exposed participants. As ADHD diagnoses rise around the world, a key question has emerged: could the growing use of digital devices be playing a role? To explore this, we studied more than 8,000 children, from when they were around ten […]The post Social media, not gaming, tied to rising attention problems in teens, new study finds appeared first on Interaksyon.

https://interaksyon.philstar.com/trends-spotlights/2025/12/10/306148/social-media-not-gaming-tied-to-rising-attention-problems-in-teens-new-study-finds/

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OPINION: A new breed of hybrid qualifications that combines learning, work and education met with support but also skepticism.

https://www.businessnews.com.au/article/Opinion-When-business-becomes-academic

Ditch the tourist maps and traps and discover some of Leeds' more quirky, sometimes macabre, landmarks around the city when you next venture outdoors.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/travel/unusual-landmarks-tourist-spots-leeds-5435532

#wortleytoday

Liverpool vs Brighton in the Premier League at Anfield this Saturday -3pm

https://www.sussexexpress.co.uk/sport/football/brighton-and-hove-albion/huge-boost-for-brighton-as-injured-star-spotted-in-training-ahead-of-liverpool-5436462

#bexhillobserver

NASCAR Cup Series team owner Richard Childress attended the ongoing antitrust trial for his testimony.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nascar/news-richard-childress-stunned-nascar-exposes-secret-equity-talks-explosive-trial-moment

#Sportskeeda

While it can be tempting to charge electric vehicles as much as possible, some charging methods can actually degrade their battery more quickly.

https://www.jalopnik.com/2044383/degrading-ev-battery-charging-this-way/

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For the Dallas Cowboys, the best news of the week didn’t come from their own locker room, but from a rival’s stunning collapse. The defending champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, lost to the Los Angeles Chargers, who secured a 22-19 win and pushed the Eagles to an 8-5 record. But as Philly fans were left agitated, their […]The post Eagles Loss Pours Fuel In Jerry Jones’ Tank as Cowboys Owner Gets Major Playoff News appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-cowboys-eagles-loss-pours-fuel-in-jerry-jones-tank-as-cowboys-owner-gets-major-playoff-news/

The transfer portal is about to test Texas in a way the preseason No. 1 never planned for. After missing the playoff field, three Longhorns have already declared their intent to enter the portal, and the wave may only be beginning. Running back CJ Baxter, quarterback Trey Owens, and defensive tackle Melvin Hills III are […]The post Steve Sarkisian Faces Mass Exodus as Three Transfer Portal Moves Announced For Texas appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-steve-sarkisian-faces-mass-exodus-as-three-transfer-portal-moves-cj-baxter-trey-owens-melvin-hills-announced-for-texas/

Isaac Galvan concealed his finances by having others pay his living expenses, including his rent, and then failed to report $600,000 in income to the IRS.

https://www.dailybreeze.com/2025/12/09/ex-compton-councilmember-admits-to-funneling-70000-in-bribes-to-baldwin-park-officials/

#dailybreeze

A current WWE champion suddenly tapped out during a show tonight. This happened moments after she issued an open challenge.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-breaking-wwe-champion-suddenly-taps-out-open-challenge-shock

#Sportskeeda

A controversial wrestling star might join AEW and become Mercedes Mone's new henchwoman. The CEO is currently holding 13 championships.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/27-year-old-star-sign-aew-immediately-become-mercedes-mone-s-new-bodyguard-analyzing-chances

#Sportskeeda

The New York Knicks visited the Toronto Raptors at the Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday for their quarterfinal matchup in the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-new-york-knicks-vs-toronto-raptors-player-stats-box-score-dec-9-2025-emirates-nba-cup-quarterfinal

#Sportskeeda

A'ja Wilson, the newly minted 2025 TIME Athlete of the Year, sat down for an interview with the publication that was released on Tuesday.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-a-ja-wilson-fires-brutal-shot-caitlin-clark-fever-star-s-injury-riddled-season-delivered-viewership-reality-check

#Sportskeeda

Sentry is honoring the players who qualified for The Sentry 2026 by making charitable donations to Maui nonprofits in their names—supporting Maui United Way and player-selected organizations that strengthen the Maui community. This release highlights a total of $120,000 in contributions made on behalf of 60 qualifying players.

https://mauinow.com/2025/12/09/sentry-donates-120k-to-maui-charities-in-recognition-of-pga-tour-players/

#mauinow

Ambassador Kirsten Hillman said in a letter it is the right time to put in place someone who will oversee talks about the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement that is up review in 2026.

https://nypost.com/2025/12/09/world-news/top-canadian-envoy-to-us-will-resign-ahead-of-free-trade-agreement-review/

#Post

Researchers reviewed existing evidence on whether mouthwash with garlic extract could be a viable alternative for the current golden standard.

https://gizmodo.com/garlic-mouth-wash-the-science-says-yes-2000697393

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The jury - chaired by director of Tate Britain, Alex Farquharson - commended the 59-year-old Glaswegian for her “bold and compelling work”.

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/scots-artist-nnena-kalu-wins-36377040

In interviews, state Sen. Julie Gonzales and her consultants described a "pattern of pressure" undertaken by allies of U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper to try to stop her from entering the race.

https://www.greeleytribune.com/2025/12/09/colorado-julie-gonzales-john-hickenlooper/

#greeleytribune

“January will be two years since I’ve been doing ‘Good Day New York,’ but I’m not coming back in 2026,” Menefee said during the show on Tuesday morning.

https://nypost.com/2025/12/09/media/curt-menefee-is-leaving-fox-5s-good-day-new-york-after-nearly-2-years/

#Post

"Everyone I know is baking cookies this month," writes Sentinel food columnist Donna Maurillo. "If you haven’t started yet, here are some easy and reasonably fast versions. If you have children or grandchildren running around, they can help with some of these."

https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/2025/12/09/donna-maurillo-food-for-thought-ready-for-some-cookies/

#santacruzsentinel

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert led the team to an impressive win against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-the-reporter-deserve-purple-heart-jason-whitlock-makes-feelings-clear-justin-herbert-getting-flak-laura-rutledge-interview

#Sportskeeda