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Giants offensive outlook as Nabers and Skattebo provide injury updates
Malik Nabers is recovering from knee surgery and says his return date is unknown; rookie Cam Skattebo is rehabbing after a serious right leg and ankle injury and is aiming for training camp.
Yemen's southern separatists to disband after Saudi talks
The Southern Transitional Council's secretary-general announced the group will dissolve after talks in Saudi Arabia, saying the move is meant to preserve peace and security; the STC also reported loss of contact with its Riyadh delegation and there are reports the STC leader went to the UAE.
Miami reaches CFP title game after late Beck touchdown
Carson Beck scrambled for a 3-yard touchdown with 18 seconds left to lift Miami to a 31-27 win over Mississippi, sending the Hurricanes to the College Football Playoff title game at Hard Rock Stadium on Jan. 19.
Warm weather deepens low Lake Powell water levels
The Colorado Basin River Forecast Center reports water supply forecasts are generally well below normal after a warm, dry winter; Lake Powell was about 26% full as of Wednesday.
Mistral lands French military deal as France boosts homegrown AI
France's Ministry of the Armed Forces has notified a framework agreement with Mistral, giving the armed forces and related public institutions access to the startup's AI models, software and services on French-controlled infrastructure. The ministry said the partnership aims to strengthen France's technological sovereignty.
CES 2026 showstoppers present 10 notable gadgets in Las Vegas
A Fox News roundup highlights 10 standout devices shown at CES 2026, noting products that range from shipping hardware to concept prototypes; examples include LG’s 9mm Wallpaper OLED TV and LG CLOiD, a home robot shown as research-stage technology.
Vivek Ramaswamy family bodyguard charged in federal drug case
A bodyguard assigned to protect Vivek Ramaswamy's family was arrested Dec. 30 and has been charged by federal prosecutors with drug‑trafficking offenses, the article reports.
Productivity may signal a rough job market
Labor productivity rose at a 4.9% annualized rate in the third quarter while GDP expanded about 4.3%, even as job gains stayed modest and inflation-adjusted hourly compensation edged down.
Spain arrests dozens of suspected 'Black Axe' ring members
Spanish police arrested 34 people in a nationwide operation against the 'Black Axe' network, with Europol saying suspects face charges including fraud, money laundering and document forgery.
Microsoft introduces Copilot Checkout for shopping inside chat
Microsoft is rolling out Copilot Checkout in the US to let users browse, compare, and buy products without leaving the Copilot chat, partnering with Shopify, PayPal, and Stripe; the company also announced Brand Agents, AI shopping assistants for merchant sites.
Minnesota says FBI blocked state access to ICE shooting probe
Minnesota officials say the FBI denied state investigators access to the federal probe into the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, and the state's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has withdrawn from the investigation while the FBI leads the inquiry.
Jimmy Kimmel criticizes Trump's response to ICE shooting
Late-night hosts reacted after a woman, Renee Nicole Good, was shot during an ICE operation in Minneapolis; federal officials described the agent's actions as defensive while local leaders disputed that account. Undetermined at this time.
Nvidia and auto suppliers roll out partnerships to rekindle self-driving push
At CES, Nvidia, cloud providers and auto suppliers announced partnerships and product plans aimed at advancing AI-powered self-driving and autonomous-trucking systems, while automakers continue to raise questions about costs, scalability and customer demand.
Tesla 2026 outlook: analyst urges caution as expectations run high
The article notes Tesla posted record deliveries, strong energy deployments and about $4 billion in quarterly free cash flow, but an analyst says markets are priced for perfection and maintains a hold rating.
Ohio's bald eagles are thriving decades after near-extinction
Ohio's bald eagle population rose from just four nesting pairs in 1979 to 964 confirmed nests in 2025, aided by the 1972 DDT ban and coordinated conservation efforts.
People We Meet on Vacation film is Emily Henry-approved, author says readers are in good hands
Ahead of its Jan. 9 Netflix release, the Brett Haley-directed film adaptation of Emily Henry’s bestselling novel premiered in Los Angeles, and Henry, who is an executive producer, said the filmmakers 'got it right' and that 'readers are in good hands'.
Mother Arrested After Shooting Teen Daughter Mistaken for Intruder
Officials say a woman in Anderson, Indiana, shot and killed her 17-year-old daughter on Dec. 28 after believing the teen was an intruder; the Madison County Prosecutor's Office announced her arrest on preliminary felony charges and she is in custody.
Evgeni Malkin returns as Penguins win sixth straight
Evgeni Malkin returned from a shoulder absence and scored as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New Jersey Devils 4-1, extending their winning streak to six games; goalie Stuart Skinner stopped 28 of 29 shots.
Panthers-Rams wild-card game preview offers seven questions, key matchups and a prediction
The Carolina Panthers host the Los Angeles Rams in an NFC wild-card game; Carolina beat the Rams in Week 13 and enters the playoff matchup as a 10.5-point underdog.
Starlink provides free internet to Venezuelans through February 3
Starlink is offering free broadband service in Venezuela through February 3 after reported damage to the country's communications infrastructure, and existing Starlink customers may receive service credits while owners of Starlink hardware can select a Roam plan to use service there.
Patrick Kane reaches 500th NHL goal and becomes second U.S.-born player to do so
Patrick Kane scored his 500th NHL goal in the Red Wings' 5-1 win over the Canucks, reaching the milestone on an empty-net goal with 3:53 remaining, and moved to 1,369 career points, six behind Mike Modano.
iPhone call screening in iOS 26 can block spam calls
iOS 26 introduces a call screening feature for iPhones that offers three options—Never, Ask Reason for Calling, and Silence—to manage calls from unsaved numbers; the article reports fewer spam rings after the author enabled the feature.
49ers-Eagles preview: Eagles host 49ers in NFC wild-card game.
The Philadelphia Eagles (11-6) will host the San Francisco 49ers (12-5) in an NFC wild-card game; San Francisco features Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey, who finished the regular season with a league-leading 413 touches.
Where Is Rusty Yates Now?
Rusty Yates works at NASA's Johnson Space Center and maintains limited contact with his ex-wife Andrea Yates, who has lived in a Texas mental health facility since 2007.
China's Zhipu says AI price war could spread internationally
Zhipu completed a Hong Kong public debut after raising more than $500 million and reported about $27 million in sales for the first half of 2025; chairman Liu Debing said price competition that has lowered margins for Chinese AI firms could spread to U.S. developers.
Exxon Mobil warns $1.2B Q4 profit hit as crude slides
Exxon Mobil said lower crude prices may cut upstream profit by $800 million to $1.2 billion, and its fourth‑quarter earnings report is scheduled for January 30.
Companies laying off staff this year include Angi and Tailwind.
The article reports that Angi and Tailwind have announced layoffs in early 2026, and more than 100 companies have filed WARN notices about planned job cuts.
Day care illnesses may rise after CDC narrows childhood vaccine schedule
The CDC announced changes that reduce recommended routine childhood vaccinations from 17 to 11 diseases and removed broad recommendations for illnesses including flu, hepatitis A, rotavirus, and meningitis; several public health groups and some states have rejected the new guidance.
Boston Dynamics says humanoid robots must learn new tasks within 48 hours
Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter told Business Insider that Atlas must be able to learn a new task in a day or two for factory use, and the company aims to reach deployment milestones within two years while working with Google DeepMind and Hyundai's planned 2028 rollout.
Sauna use helps sleep for over 83% of people, experts say
A 2019 Global Sauna Survey reported that about 83.5% of respondents perceived sleep benefits after sauna use, and small studies have linked sauna sessions to more deep sleep and less awake time at night. Experts explain this may relate to the rapid body cooling after leaving a sauna and to stress-relief effects such as endorphin release.
