
Why Does Santa Claus Give Coal to Bad Kids?
The tradition of giving misbehaving children lumps of coal predates the Santa Claus we know and love today.
1970-01-01 08:00

Tommy DeVito making a case for the Giants starting QB job in 2024
After a slow start, undrafted rookie QB Tommy DeVito leads the New York Giants to back-to-back wins and captures attention in the Big Apple.
1970-01-01 08:00

Bills DE Shaq Lawson appears to shove Eagles fan in chaotic confrontation
The Buffalo Bills lost in overtime to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday afternoon, putting a dent in their playoff hopes. Shaq Lawson also may have done the same to his wallet.
1970-01-01 08:00

Spider-Man 2 contained ‘only 10 percent’ of Venom’s recorded dialogue
'Spider-Man 2' only used around 10 percent of the dialogue Tony Todd recorded for Venom.
1970-01-01 08:00

2023 NFL power rankings, Week 13: Eagles hang onto the top spot for one more week
It took overtime in Philadelphia but the Birds won again. How much longer can they hold off the Chiefs, Cowboys and 49ers?
1970-01-01 08:00

Google Drive Files Are Disappearing and Nobody Knows Why
Some Google Drive users are reporting all their files uploaded since May have disappeared from
1970-01-01 08:00

They were there like animals – Pep Guardiola wants City team and fans together
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola believes it is crucial the team and the fans continue to feed off each other’s energy. Guardiola feels that after his players provided the initial spark last season, it was the power of supporters that propelled City towards their treble success. “The stadium is all the time full and we have to play as best as possible and create as much as possible to energise and make our people with us,” said Guardiola at a press conference. “I have the feeling the team is playing really good and these guys – what they have done for many, many years, we love doing it together. “The games last season – semi-finals, quarter-finals, important games like against Arsenal when we played for the Premier League, they were there like animals and we need that. “In my humble opinion, to be successful we need our fans, all the time, being here. Thank you for coming, because without that it is impossible. Together we are stronger. “It is much better for ourselves to feel that they are there. We play better but we have to do the first steps, the first gesture. We have to do it.” City host German side RB Leipzig on Tuesday needing just a draw to wrap up top spot in Champions League Group G. The games last season – semi-finals, quarter-finals, important games like against Arsenal when we played for the Premier League, they were there like animals and we need that Pep Guardiola The holders have won the first four matches of their title defence and have already secured a place in the knockout stages, as have Leipzig – a side they thrashed 7-0 at home last season. Guardiola said: “Of course the first step is done for both sides – so congratulations to Leipzig – to qualify for the next round in February. “But it is important to finish first for prestige, for everything. We believe that when we play the last 16, having the second leg at home is not decisive but is a little bit of an advantage and we have to take it.” Midfielder Jack Grealish is unlikely to return after illness while Mateo Kovacic and Matheus Nunes are nursing knocks. Guardiola said: “I’m not much optimistic about good news about some people coming back but we will see. I think it will be the same people who played against Liverpool.” Defender John Stones was an unused substitute at the weekend but while Guardiola said he was “really, really close” he was “not ready for playing”. Kevin De Bruyne, who has been out since undergoing hamstring surgery in August, said over the weekend he hopes to return to action early in the new year. Guardiola said: “If he said January, it will be January. I would have loved to have him all season but now he has had a tough injury and surgery. He has to recover well. “He’s said end of December, new year, so it will be a happy new year for everyone.” Read More Bruno Fernandes talks up Alejandro Garnacho after stunning goal at Everton Son Heung-min hurt by defeats but ‘very pleased’ with way Tottenham are playing David Seaman pays tribute to ‘great guy’ Terry Venables Football rumours: Victor Osimhen keen on making Chelsea move On this day in 2007: Christine Ohuruogu wins appeal against Olympic ban The sporting weekend in pictures
1970-01-01 08:00

Aston Villa stand firm over Douglas Luiz despite Arsenal, Man City & Liverpool interest
Aston Villa have warned Arsenal, Liverpool & Man City that midfielder Douglas Luiz is not for sale.
1970-01-01 08:00

ECB’s Lagarde Sees Signs of Softening In Euro-Area Labor Market
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said there’s evidence of softening in the region’s jobs market, which officials
1970-01-01 08:00

Max Verstappen emotional as he says goodbye to dominant 2023 Red Bull car
Max Verstappen admitted he was left feeling emotional after bidding farewell to the Red Bull machine that carried him to the most dominant Formula One season ever seen. Verstappen ended his crushing championship campaign with his 19th win of the year in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, becoming the first driver to lead 1,000 laps in a single season. The all-conquering Dutchman has won 17 of the last 18 races – which included a record streak of 10 straight victories – and wrapped up his third successive world title with six rounds to spare. He failed to win on just three occasions, out-scoring Sergio Perez in the other Red Bull by 290 points – the equivalent of nearly 12 Grand Prix victories. “It has been an incredible season and I was emotional on the in-lap back to the pits because it was the last time I will sit in a car which has given me so much,” said the 26-year-old. “It will be very hard to have another season like this and we know that. Of course, you always want to do better and we are working hard for next year to have a very competitive car. “All the other teams out there want to try and beat us next year, but we are ready for the battle.” Verstappen is under contract with Red Bull until 2028 and, without a major regulation change until 2026, he could be untouchable for the next two seasons. His 54th career win at the Yas Marina Circuit moved him to a standalone third in the all-time list, with only Lewis Hamilton’s 103 wins and Michael Schumacher, on 91 now, ahead of him. Red Bull only failed to complete a perfect season following one off-colour weekend in Singapore. “To win 21 out of 22 races is insanity,” said Red Bull team principal Christian Horner. “For Max to have led over 1000 laps out of 1300, to win 19 races and break so many records along the way, this car will go down in history for a considerable point of time as the most successful in Formula One. “But nothing stands still in this sport and I am sure concepts will converge, and stable regulations will concertina the grid, so I don’t think we will ever be able to repeat the season we have just had.” Following a mammoth nine-month campaign, Verstappen will open his bid for a fourth consecutive title in Bahrain in 96 days. Read More How Max Verstappen compares to Formula One greats after record-breaking season Lewis Hamilton cannot wait for season to end after qualifying 11th in Abu Dhabi George Russell fastest as rookies handed chance in first Abu Dhabi practice Class action lawsuit filed over farcical start to Las Vegas Grand Prix Lando Norris slams Sergio Perez after collision: ‘It’s nothing new’ Williams boss refuses to confirm Logan Sargeant’s seat for 2024
1970-01-01 08:00

ECB's inflation fight going well but not yet over: Lagarde
FRANKFURT Euro zone inflation pressures are easing but wage growth is still strong, so the European Central Bank's
1970-01-01 08:00

Bank of Israel again holds key interest rate at 4.75% during war
JERUSALEM The Bank of Israel kept short-term borrowing rates unchanged for a fourth straight decision as expected on
1970-01-01 08:00