2025 decided to claim the Denver Nuggets in one final double whammy. We haven’t even recovered from watching Nikola Jokic go down in ugly fashion. But while their next trip to Toronto ended in a win without the Joker, it wasn’t without another disaster. Jonas Valančiūnas was holding the center position. But that arrangement turned […]The post Nuggets HC Issues Statement on Fresh Injury Setback After Nikola Jokic Blow appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-nuggets-hc-issues-statement-on-fresh-injury-setback-jonas-valanciunas-after-nikola-jokic-blow/

Newly released cabinet papers detail the guerrilla tactics of the Builders Labourers Federation, and reveal brazen actions that mirror those plaguing Victoria today.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/victoria/fake-names-and-a-2m-transfer-how-the-cfmeu-s-forerunner-did-business-in-the-1980s-20260101-p5nr3u.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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It was the kind of piece that rarely lands on an editor’s desk, both completely raw and perfectly realised. David Remnick accepted it immediately.

https://www.theage.com.au/world/north-america/she-submitted-a-heartbreaking-gift-of-an-essay-weeks-later-she-was-gone-20260101-p5nr3h.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Two men are in hospital after they were attacked by a group armed with machetes in Carlton, Melbourne.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/two-men-in-hospital-after-machete-stabbing-in-melbourne-20260101-p5nr1x.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

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The self-taught British security researcher found a unique way to beat 99 per cent rejection odds for the elite visa.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/technology/cyber-expert-gets-rare-australian-visa-by-hacking-the-government-20260101-p5nr28.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The Bruins snapped their six-game losing streak with their best road win of the season in Edmonton on New Year's Eve.

https://www.bostonherald.com/2026/01/01/bruins-snap-six-game-losing-streak-with-6-2-win-in-edmonton/

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Hours after being named to Canada’s roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews spoke to the media about the honor of representing his country.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/nhl/news-hours-2026-olympics-nod-devon-toews-leaves-doubt-prioritizing-wife-s-pregnancy-playing-team-canada

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During an extended period of practice before resuming Big 12 play, Colorado women’s basketball coach JR Payne emphasized cutting down on turnovers. It worked, as the Buffs limited their turnovers Wednesday night in a convincing 75-56 win against Arizona at the CU Events Center.

https://www.dailycamera.com/2025/12/31/colorado-buffs-vs-arizona-womens-basketball/

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N. Korean leader is accelerating "a dual-track military strategy", expanding weapons exports to Russia while advancing own strategic arms programs.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/01/01/military-arm-program/9211767244220/

#upi

The Angels, who first landed Shohei Ohtani back in 2018, are projected again for their next inflow of Japanese talent. The Angels finished with the sixth-lowest run total in MLB in 2025. Right now, they are surely gasping for offensive enhancement. One intriguing option could be Kazuma Okamoto. He put up solid numbers in NPB […]The post Angels Told to Go All-In on Japanese Talent in Offseason After Major Anthony Rendon Decision appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/mlb-baseball-news-angels-told-to-go-all-in-on-japanese-talent-in-offseason-after-major-anthony-rendon-decision/

These are the 20 priciest neighbourhoods in Sheffield - and how much it costs on average to buy a house there.

https://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/sheffield-houses-20-most-expensive-neighbourhoods-march-2025-5458724

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BOSTON —  Facing a potentially crowded and costly 2026 ballot cycle, lawmakers advanced legislation to tighten disclosure rules for ballot question campaigns and reveal who’s funding them. The Joint Committee on Election Laws recommended companion bills, H 868 and S 507, which are now before the House and Senate Ways and Means committees. The votes signal interest among lawmakers in updating laws that critics say have not kept pace with the scale and sophistication of modern ballot campaigns. The Ballot Spending Transparency Act would expand what ballot question committees must report to...

https://www.lowellsun.com/2026/01/01/lawmakers-push-for-tighter-disclosure-rules-on-ballot-question-funding/

Ghana’s local currency, the Ghana cedi (GH¢), has, for the first time in about three decades, made an annual gain against the United States dollar ($). According to a report by Bloomberg, the Ghana cedi appreciated by 41% against the dollar for the year 2025, making it (the cedi) the best performer among 144 currencies […]The post Ghana cedi makes annual gain against the US dollar for the first time in over 30 years – Report appeared first on Ghanamma.com.

https://www.ghanamma.com/2026/01/01/ghana-cedi-makes-annual-gain-against-the-us-dollar-for-the-first-time-in-over-30-years-report/

The administration’s claims of fraud have dovetailed with the president’s frequent habit of disparaging Somali-Americans

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-fraud-minnesota-mar-a-lago-speech-nye-b2893008.html

Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae said he will wrap up a second comprehensive special prosecutor investigation involving the Unification Church

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/01/01/politics-unification-church-special-prosecutor-probe/9941767244843/

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David Pastrnak had two goals and an assist as the Boston Bruins closed out the 2025 calendar year with a much-needed 6-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11596099/pastrnak-bruins-cruise-past-oilers-6-2/

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The Trump administration has terminated the lease of the National Links Trust to oversee three municipal golf courses in Washington, DC.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/golf/news-the-trump-administration-officially-moves-seize-control-d-c-s-municipal-golf-courses

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Universities and students are grappling with whether online-only degrees can do what they promise, as they face the particular challenges of AI cheating

https://www.smh.com.au/national/it-looks-like-you-it-sounds-like-you-it-moves-like-you-and-it-can-get-you-your-degree-20251210-p5nmfx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."

https://www.harboroughmail.co.uk/travel/chicago-city-break-i-followed-in-the-footsteps-of-ferris-bueller-for-a-few-days-off-40-years-after-the-film-5454913

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AI, K-culture and "authentic self" drew the most online interest in South Korea this year, according to a government survey released Wednesday.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/01/01/k-culture-ai-online-interest/1511767245192/

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Logan Stanley scored his seventh of the season but that's all the Jets could muster as they finished the month with just two wins in 13 games.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11595921/winnipeg-jets-disastrous-december-ends-with-2-1-defeat-in-detroit/

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Rascal Flatts brought an energetic performance to 'New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash' on Wednesday night.The post Rascal Flatts Bring 2000s Country Heat to Nashville’s New Year’s Eve Show appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/rascal-flatts-bring-2000s-country-heat-to-nashvilles-new-years-eve-show/

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Valentina Labuschagne scores on a penalty shot in overtime to lift the Monarchs to their first Excalibur title under veteran coach Matty West.

https://www.ocregister.com/2025/12/31/mater-dei-girls-soccer-edges-harvard-westlake-to-claim-excalibur-tournament/

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With just one game remaining in the 2025 regular season, the Cleveland Browns are shifting their focus towards the upcoming season. After a disappointing 4-12 campaign, head coach Kevin Stefanski is on the hot seat as he has faced constant criticism over his poor team management and disappointing in-game decisions. However, the Dawg Pound was […]The post Cleveland in Strong Agreement Over Mike McDaniel as Kevin Stefanski’s Browns Deputy Announces HC Ambition appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-browns-cleveland-in-strong-agreement-over-mike-mcdaniel-as-kevin-stefanskis-browns-deputy-announces-hc-ambition/

The president, wearing a tuxedo, briefly spoke to reporters outside the club’s ballroom, with Melania standing by his side in a stunning silver dress.  

https://nypost.com/2025/12/31/us-news/trump-calls-for-peace-on-earth-at-mar-a-lago-new-years-eve-bash/

#Post

Zach Top took the world by storm in 2025, and closed out the year in a big way with his 'Nashville's Big Bash' performance.The post Zach Top Gets Fans Rowdy for the New Year During ‘Nashville’s Big Bash’ Performance appeared first on American Songwriter.

https://americansongwriter.com/zach-top-gets-fans-rowdy-for-the-new-year-during-nashvilles-big-bash-performance/

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On December 31, 2025, the International Hot Rod Association bought NASCAR's historic track, Rockingham Speedway.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us-sports-news/news-historic-nascar-track-rockingham-speedway-s-future-revealed-ihra-acquisition

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Service on the Regional Transportation District's holiday train, the S Line, was suspended Wednesday night because of a crash, according to the agency.

https://www.denverpost.com/2025/12/31/rtd-delays-s-line-denver/

#denverpost

According to the schedule shared by the police, Messi will take part in a short on-field interaction, including a brief kick about with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/messis-hyderabad-visit-aimed-at-promoting-football-not-a-competitive-match-telangana-dgp/article70392275.ece

A long loop through the Brecon Beacons gave the Tesla Model Y Performance a proper workout — from twisty climbs to real-world range tests

https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/lifestyle/cars/tesla-model-y-ev-review-model-y-performance-road-trip-electric-car-5441119

#southyorkshiretimes

Larry and Barbara Cook thought they were helping government agents. In the end, they found themselves victims of tax and Medicare gotchas, as well as the scamsters.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2025/12/13/how-one-couple-lost-their-life-savings-to-a-fake-federal-investigation/

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If letting China buy precious tech is detrimental to U.S. interests, that threat is not mitigated by allowing the Treasury to grab a quarter of the income.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/12/trumps-china-chip-deal-and-the-sale-of-american-national-security/

#nationalreview

The concept of hospice was originally sold to the public as a better way to treat patients with terminal disease. The mission has been hijacked.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/12/how-euthanasia-gained-a-foothold-in-hospice-care/

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Under the bright lights of New York, Heisman drama will hit its final countdown on Saturday. With hours left in the ceremony, Fernando Mendoza, Jeremiyah Love, Diego Pavia, and Julian Sayin make headlines. Each delivered a season worth remembering, but only one will emerge as the winner. For others, brilliance might not be enough, as […]The post Who are The 5 Biggest Heisman Trophy Snubs in College Football History? appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-who-are-the-five-biggest-heisman-trophy-snubs-in-college-football-history/

Former undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez has never taken a rematch after suffering a loss. However, that’s not the only tradition he is willing to break after his devastating loss to Terence Crawford in September. ‘Bud’ produced a boxing master class to dominate Alvarez and secured a unanimous decision. Since then, TV Azteca reported […]The post Canelo Alvarez to Break His Long-Standing Tradition for Terence Crawford Rematch appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-canelo-alvarez-to-break-his-long-standing-tradition-for-terence-crawford-rematch/

Twelve days into the job and Alex Golesh is expected to answer even for what would go down two or three years from now. But it’s not unexpected for a program coming off a 5-7 season and tied for the longest stretch of losing years in school history. They’re merely asking its new head coach […]The post Alex Golesh Faces ‘Difficult’ Decision as Auburn HC Remains Unclear on Major Future Stance appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-alex-golesh-faces-difficult-decision-as-auburn-hc-remains-unclear-on-major-future-stance/

As the Spurs prepare to face the Thunder in the semifinals, the biggest question lingering has a simple answer: Victor Wembanyama is expected to play. Listed as probable after missing 12 games with a left calf strain, he’s set to return Saturday on limited minutes. Still, the injury hasn’t touched his confidence; he hasn’t slowed […]The post Fan Debate Ensue Over Victor Wembanyama’s Verdict on Nikola Jokic appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-fan-debate-ensue-over-victor-wembanyama-s-verdict-on-nikola-jokic-giannis-antetokounmpo-shai-gilgeous-alexander/

The fascinating story of black artists whose flamboyant colors, ocean waves, and swaying palms defined Florida for a generation of tourists.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/12/florida-highwaymen-outsider-art-tourism-and-american-landscape1902158/

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Households have been getting help for electricity bills for two years, and are unhappy the government has axed the $75 a quarter rebate.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/politics/federal/voters-of-all-stripes-want-federal-power-bill-subsidy-to-stay-20251212-p5nnao.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_politics_federal

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St. Ignatius captures first state championship in school history as Wildcats turn back Ventura to finish season on seven-game win streak.

https://www.mercurynews.com/2025/12/13/yall-state-champs-st-ignatius-beats-ventura-for-3-aa-crown/

LeBron James and Dwyane Wade shared the same hardwood once again this season, but this time, the roles were different. There were no fast breaks or alley-oops, just Wade, holding the mic, asking questions. Retirement talk has followed LeBron all offseason, and it hasn’t gone away. The question of when still hangs in the air. […]The post Dwyane Wade Admits LeBron James’ “Old, He Should Retire” But Drops Heartfelt Confession appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-dwyane-wade-admits-lebron-james-old-he-should-retire-but-drops-heartfelt-confession/

Former India player Sanjay Bangar has expressed surprise about the Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) decision to retain Mayank Yadav ahead of the IPL 2026 auction.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-a-little-bit-surprised-held-mayank-yadav-sanjay-bangar-lsg-ahead-ipl-2026-auction

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Bobby Lashley and The Hurt Syndicate have not been featured on AEW television since the company's latest pay-per-view last month.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/news-bobby-lashley-breaks-social-media-silence-suddenly-disappearing-aew-tv

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Klay Thompson found himself at the center of social media chatter on Friday, but not because of his performance against the Brooklyn Nets or anything related to basketball.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-did-klay-thompson-break-up-with-megan-thee-stallion-over-cheating-row-viral-tweet-debunked

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Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark wrapped up her first training on Friday with Team USA basketball.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-caitlin-clark-drops-5-word-reaction-steph-curry-s-freakish-pre-game-tunnel-shot

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