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Fact-checking Trump's speech and centrist Republicans' health care revolt: Morning Rundown
Plus, HHS terminates millions in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Sony settles with Tencent over 'slavish' Horizon clone
Sony and Tencent have reached a "confidential settlement" over Tencent's Light of Motiram, which Sony called a 'slavish clone' of Horizon Zero Dawn.
This Week in Sports Trivia: December 18, 2025
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
The Best Steam Winter Sale Discounts On 2025 Games
Here are some of the best deals we've found during the Steam Winter Sale.
Wayne Guymon Named Vice President & General Manager of Learfield’s USC Sports Properties
LOS ANGELES – Learfield and USC Athletics announced today that 25-year industry veteran Wayne Guymon has been named the Vice President & General Manager of t...
Report: Apple Developing 24-Inch OLED iMac With 600 Nits Brightness
Apple is working on a 24-inch iMac featuring an OLED display, with the aim of completing development as early as 2027, claims a new report out of Korea. According to The Elec, Apple has sent requests for information to Samsung Display and LG Display regarding development of a 24-inch OLED panel for the iMac. Current 24-inch iMacs use a 4.5K Retina display, which is an LCD panel with LED backlighting. The specs apparently being discussed include 600 nits of brightness and a pixel density of 218 PPI.
Americans Facing Soaring Health Insurance Costs May Get a Lifeline in 2026, Experts Say
By Amina Niasse and Ahmed Aboulenein NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Dec 18 (Reuters) - Americans facing skyrocketing Obamacare health insurance premiums could still get a break from expanded government subsidies in 2026 through retroactive legislation and possibly a special enrollment period, investors,
The ironic case for Tom Brady as my sports media person of the year: Deitsch
Richard Deitsch started the year predicting Tom Brady wouldn't last. He ends it making the case Brady is the Sports Media Person of 2025.
Analysis: Trump’s dark Christmas story doubles down on a political error
It was the nightmare before Christmas.
Thanks for asking after my health, but actually I’m doing just fine
Friends, family and assorted strangers have been sending thoughts and prayers about my ‘cancer journey’. It is, in the nicest possible way, a lot
Americans’ view on their mental health at record low, according to new poll
Drop is cause for public health concern, but news isn’t all bad as acknowledging struggles is ‘a good sign’, experts say
What’s going on with Donald Trump’s health?
The president’s appearance and schedule have sparked speculation – perhaps fueled in part by his political fortunes
The 12 best needle drops of 2025
These songs made their scenes indelible, from classic rock and dance pop to old-timey blues and thrash. There's even a former Beatle on here.
In Memoriam 2025: Media & Entertainment
In the Media & Entertainment section of our In Memoriam issue, we remember Jerry Strobel, Dolores Seigenthaler and more.
In Memoriam 2025: Business
In the Business section of our In Memoriam issue, we commemorate Kathleen Cotter, ‘Santa’ Irwin, Jim Ayers and many others.
In Memoriam 2025: Politics
In the Politics section of our In Memoriam issue, we commemorate John Carney Jr., state Sen. Frank Niceley, Judge Randall Wyatt and more.
Best Steam Winter Sale 2025 Game Deals
The Steam Winter Sale is offering big discounts on PlayStation ports and several GOTY-nominated games.
Examining Democrats’ 2025 Victories in Pennsylvania and What They Could Mean for the Future
A look at key 2025 results as well as voter registration trends in Pennsylvania
Za’atar isn't your average spice blend. Here are a few surprising health perks.
Za'atar adds an earthy depth of flavor to food, but it also comes with a few health perks. Here's what dietitians want you to know.
Democrats’ showing in Georgia special elections boosts party, unnerves Republicans
Competitive special elections have put once-securely Republican districts in play for Democrats, who seek to inch toward controlling the Georgia House in 2026.
This CFP first round kind of stinks. Here's why I can live with that
The 12-team CFP has been a gift for the sport – just not for its postseason. The regular season got better. The CFP is still weak.
Kent State University Adds Women’s Wrestling as 20th Varsity Sport, Planned to Compete in 2027 - Kent State Golden Flashes
KENT, Ohio — Kent State University announced today that women's wrestling will become the athletics department's 20th varsity sport, marking a historic addit...
Trump Supporters Distrust Science. We Need Ways to Reach Them.
Opinion | Funding cuts are devastating for U.S. science. Regaining support will require cleaning house and bipartisan messaging.
BBC Sports Personality of the Year: why each shortlisted contender should win
From Hannah Hampton to Lando Norris, our experts give their views on what each of the six nominees
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: Dec. 17, 2025
Basketball box scores, other sports scores for Wednesday, December 17, 2025; Thursday's schedule
WEDNESDAY’S RESULTS Boys Basketball NON-SECTION Charleroi 62, Steel Valley 27 Steel Valley 0 17 5 5 — 27 Charleroi 29 13 10 10 — 62 High...
Analysis: 4 takeaways from Trump’s primetime address
President Donald Trump delivered a rare 20-minute primetime speech from the Oval Office on Wednesday night.
Micah Parsons injury: Packers DC makes bold prediction on star pass rusher's return
Jeff Hafley feels that much brighter days are ahead for Parsons
West Georgia takes down Brewton-Parker 70-49
CARROLLTON, Ga. (AP) Shelton Williams-Dryden's 18 points helped West Georgia defeat Brewton-Parker 70-49 on Wednesday.
Milwaukee-area small businesses struggle as costs rise, sales fall
Milwaukee-area businesses are struggling with falling sales and rising costs, prompting some owners, including a Whitefish Bay shop, to close.
Trump plays the blame game in White House address. Here are the takeaways.
"Boy are we making progress," Trump said in a speech focused heavily on the affordability issue that has increasingly bedeviled his administration.
San Francisco mayor, local business owner talk about city’s economic recovery
Packers DC Jeff Hafley predicts Micah Parsons will break NFL sack record upon return from ACL tear
Syracuse takes care of business in win over Mercyhurst
The Syracuse Orange hosted Mercyhurst on Wednesday at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions in talks with Sky Sports for broadcast deal: Sources
Sky Sports has previously had deals with Matchroom, Boxxer and Top Rank.
Finley: MSU's sports IPO may cost it control of teams
Selling shares in athletic program raises questions about who's in charge
Science in 2026: the events to watch for in the coming year
Nature - The rise of AI scientists, missions to explore the moons of Earth and Mars and a massive ocean-floor drill are among the developments set to shape research in 2026.
Oakland's Jack London Square hopes to get business boost with new CA law
A new state law taking effect next year will relax restrictions on the types of businesses the Port of Oakland can lease to. The law's author, State Senator Jesse Arreguin, says he's hopeful it'll help revitalize not just Jack London Square, but the city as a whole.
House Republicans vote to let Obamacare subsidies lapse
A House GOP-authored health care bill passed the chamber Wednesday night but won’t be the final word on the future of the enhanced tax credits.
House passes GOP health bill without subsidies
The vote all but assures that out-of-pocket premiums will more than double for roughly 20 million ACA enrollees.
Midlands families face healthcare uncertainty as Cigna, Lexington Health split
Midlands families insured through Cigna are facing new uncertainty about their healthcare after an announcement that Cigna will no longer cover care at Lexington Health the same way.
Trans athlete restrictions proposed again to high school sports rulemaking body
Proposal from several Whatcom districts still in conflict with state law, WIAA says
Chicago-area health officials expect bad flu season, push for vaccinations despite federal guidance
Chicago-area healthcare providers are stocked up with influenza and COVID-19 vaccines, but some doctors say it's been a tough sell this year.
Tax changes, science under fire, luxury on the high seas: Catch up on the day’s stories
CNN’s 5 Things PM brings you the stories you might have missed during your busy day.
Previewing 2026 Free Agent Offensive Lineman
Previewing fits for the Raiders OL in the 2026 Free Agent Class
Eliminated Bengals still focused on wins over final 3 games
For the first time since 2020, the Cincinnati Bengals are playing out the string in late December and are eliminated from postseason contention with multiple games left to play. The Bengals’ 4-10 record is a frustrating reality for a team that entered the year with playoff ambitions. “It comes down to being able to win when we need to and showing up in these big games and these big moments,” captain and left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. said.
American Academy of Pediatrics loses government funding after criticizing RFK Jr
Cuts, which affect projects focused on issues including early identification of autism, made without prior notice to AAP
Americans give Trump low marks on the economy in new poll : The NPR Politics Podcast
Only 36% of Americans approve of President Trump’s handling of the economy in a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. We discuss what might be driving that discontent and how much Trump’s tariff policies are to blame. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Bill to recognize Fort Ontario as National Park unanimously passes U.S. Senate
Dating back to the 1840s, Fort Ontario has been a state historic site.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Dec. 18 #451
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Retired cop jailed for 37 days over Charlie Kirk meme sues, saying his First Amendment rights were violated
A retired Tennessee law enforcement officer was held in jail for more than a month this fall after police arrested him because of a Facebook post of a meme related to the September assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
NFL awards picks: Does Philip Rivers deserve consideration for CPOY?
SportsLine NFL analyst Josh Nagel gives his analysis and recommended plays for MVP and other season-long NFL awards
Video game hardware sales had a historically bad November in the US
Call of Duty sold less than last year, too.
Coachella Valley Invitational match schedule released
KC Current, Denver Summit FC and Utah Royals join NWSL field in Coachella Valley Invitational
Savannah business owner offers $25,000 reward for information in Forsyth Park acid attack
Nine Line Apparel is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect in last week’s acid attack in Forsyth Park.
Last-minute gifts made in Illinois, local small businesses
There's still time to get a gift under the tree that is made in Illinois.
What it costs to live in America’s iconic holiday movie towns
Redfin Real Estate reports on the affordability of iconic holiday movie towns, revealing high prices in places like Winnetka, Illinois, and NYC, while others are more accessible.
LEADER JEFFRIES AHEAD OF VOTE ON GOP HEALTHCARE BILL: “REPUBLICANS NEED TO BRING THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT TAX CREDIT EXTENSION BILL TO THE FLOOR TODAY”
Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor, emphasizing that House Republicans have a responsibility to join House Democrats in protecting Americans’ healthcare after he received 218 signatures on his discharge petition to extend the ACA tax credits for three years. LEADER JEFFRIES: For months now, Democrats have made clear that we have a […]
New entertainment venue coming to Tanger Outlets in 2026
Main Event will take over a 46,189 square-foot storefront next to Off 5th Saks Fifth Avenue and Regal Cinemas.
Tariffs take a bit out of mom-and-pop stores as small business profit growth turns negative for first time in 18 months, BofA says
The NFIB survey never saw such a big jump in small businesses raising prices as it did between October and November.
Trump alleges Ilhan Omar ‘hates Jewish people’ at Hanukkah event
Trump has repeatedly targeted Rep. Ilhan Omar, who is Muslim, since his first term as president.
In aftermath of January wildfires, ER visits surged amid alarming health effects, study finds
For the first time, researchers have been able to study the direct health effects the January wildfires had on Angelenos.
Generational Divide & Antisemitism; City Politics; Artists & Affordability; Rob Reiner Tributes | The Brian Lehrer Show
A Generational Divide on Antisemitism; This Week in City Politics; The Affordability Crisis for Creative New Yorkers; Rob Reiner's Legacy and Your Tributes
Live updates: Rob and Michele Reiner’s son expected in court after being charged with their murders
Apple’s Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook Was Tested With An A15 Bionic, Making It Slower Than The Current-Generation iPad, Retail Versions Said To Feature An A18 Pro
The low-cost MacBook currently in development was leaked to be tested with an A15 Bionic, but luckily, the commercial units will likely feature the A18 Pro
Google Says Its New Gemini 3 Flash AI Model Is Better and Faster Than 2.5 Pro
Google says it sought to make a model that was both fast and smart.
Google releases Gemini 3 Flash, promising improved intelligence and efficiency
Google’s Gemini 3 family is now complete with release of Gemini 3 Flash.
Google's Gemini 3 Flash model outperforms GPT-5.2 in some benchmarks
Almost exactly a month after the debut of Gemini 3 Pro in November, Google has begun rolling out the more efficient Flash version of its latest AI model.
Google launches Gemini 3 Flash, makes it the default model in the Gemini app
Google is making Gemini 3 Flash the default model in the Gemini app and oAI model for Search
Help! American Airlines downgraded me and then refused a refund
I booked a business class seat for my American Airlines flight from St. Thomas to Charlotte, but 45 minutes before boarding, a gate agent told me my seat was broken
Apple Tested a MacBook With the A15 Chip
An internal Apple kernel debug kit suggests Apple has tested a MacBook with the A15 chip, alongside a separate A18 Pro-based MacBook that appears to be closer to a shippable product. The information comes from internal kernel debug kit files used by Apple engineers. The kit was accidentally released on Apple's website earlier this year, but it was quickly pulled after information started leaking out of it.
Health workers decry hasty House bills to ban gender-affirming care for children: ‘They hurt people’
Two bills mark the first time Congress has voted over national care bans and an escalation of anti-trans rhetoric
Karis Community Health receives Health Access Hero Award, including $100,000 grant, from Sun Life and DentaQuest
Karis Community Health has been selected as a 2025 Health Access Hero Award and grant recipient by Sun Life U.S. and DentaQuest. The $100,000 grant will help expand access to dental care within and beyond Bradley County. The annual Health Access Hero Awards recognize nonprofits and individual change-makers working to broaden access to health services for communities in need.
Blog emphasizes importance of self-care for health care workers
As part of the AHA’s stress and coping resources, Zelia Baugh, JPS Health Network senior vice president of behavioral health, and April Jastrzab, JPS behavioral health director, write about how self-care is vital to the health care workforce, especially during the holiday season.
House to vote on GOP health care bill as Congress makes year-end sprint
Congress live updates as GOP lawmakers join Democrats to force vote on extending health care subsidies
Former sports reporter, husband found dead in suspected murder-suicide in Alabama
A former sports reporter and her husband were found dead in their home in what police are calling a murder-suicide.
Seattle passes new transparency law aimed at political consultants
The bill is Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson’s last as a member of the council and would target outgoing Mayor Bruce Harrell's unique advisor arrangement.
Trump's chief of staff says he has 'alcoholic personality.' Who is Susie Wiles?
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles shared candid remarks about President Donald Trump in a Vanity Fair Interview. Here's what to know.
Jack Smith set for private interview with lawmakers about Trump investigations
Smith is expected to discuss both of his investigations of Trump but will not answer questions that call for grand jury materials
The week in politics (Dec. 17, 2025)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And soprano Sarah Brightman discusses her career and previews an upcoming holiday concert in Sugar Land.
Wednesday BP: How is Vitello preparing for his new role?
What is new manager Tony Vitello prioritizing as he prepares for his new role with the Giants?
Nashville Council makes new Midtown business district official
Following a brief public hearing Dec. 16, the Nashville Council granted final approval for the city's newest business improvement district in Midtown.
Congress addresses 'crisis' in youth sports. Can we fix it?
Experts and Congressmembers push to national forefront many of the issues that consume sports parents, offer potential changes to the system.
911 operators now ask Phoenix callers if they want mental health experts
Phoenix residents calling 911 will now be asked if they need a behavioral health expert to respond to an incident rather than a police officer.
Maga loyalist expands investigation into intelligence officials who angered Trump
Experts decry Jason Reding Quiñones’s ‘fishing expedition’ as subpoenas reportedly issued to John Brennan and others
Pro baseball player Duncan Davitt spends offseason as sports reporter
Iowa native and Chicago White Sox minor-league pitcher Duncan Davitt spends his offseasons covering high school sports as a reporter.
Video Health insurance premiums are set to skyrocket
Millions of Americans are set to face higher health care costs at the end of the year, and it appears that Congress will recess for the Holidays without a fix.
Science Central to host first holiday event, Winter WonderLab
The Winter WonderLab will take place December 18 through 20.
The 12 unforgettable TV moments of 2025
Here are some of the year's most memorable TV moments and episodes, according to the Times staff.
Why Are Democrats So Afraid to Even Mention the Source of Trump’s Political Power?
We're not doing this country any favors by steering people away from the truth.
Water pollution puts Floridians at risk of severe health problems
Chemicals foul wells used for drinking water and fuel harmful algae that can make people sick, a Times investigation shows.
Fall nominees for 2026 HSS North Jersey High School Sports Awards
The Record and NorthJersey.com is proud to announce the fall nominees for the North Jersey High School Sports Awards, presented by HSS.
Will Congress compromise on health costs? Americans worry.
What if I told you there is a bipartisan plan on the table to compromise on Obamacare subsidies extensions?
NHL games today: Schedule, odds, how to watch for Dec. 17
Here's the full NHL schedule, for Dec. 17, including game times, TV channels, scores, odds and how to stream.
Many iconic, beloved North Jersey businesses closed in 2025. See list
2025 was tough for restaurants and brick-and-mortar retail, given inflation, sluggish rate cuts and President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Voters are mad about utility bills. Republicans are blaming some in their own party
A group of moderate Republicans have warned for months that their party’s plan to eliminate clean energy tax credits would contribute to utility bills skyrocketing.