The Houston Rockets and the Dallas Mavericks squared off again on Saturday. Houston, which lost 122-109 to the home team in the previous meeting, looked for some payback heading into the showdown.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-houston-rockets-vs-dallas-mavericks-player-stats-box-score-jan-3-2025-26-nba-season

#Sportskeeda

Nikki and Brie Bella are set to step into a very different kind of challenge, as the former WWE champions have been announced as participants for MrBeast’s upcoming $1 million charity challenge.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-the-bella-twins-set-reunite-wwe

#Sportskeeda

Crump went on to win 228 races before riding her last race in 1998, a month shy of her 50th birthday and nearly 30 years after her trailblazing ride at Hialeah Park in Florida on Feb. 7, 1969.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/03/sports/first-female-to-ride-in-kentucky-derby-diane-crump-dead-at-77/

#Post

An AEW original has finally made their long-awaited return to Collision. This comes following almost two years of uncertainty in their career.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/news-aew-original-finally-makes-collision-return

#Sportskeeda

The Golden State Warriors have faced a series of challenges early in the season, including injury woes, tough scheduling, and insufficient contributions from overburdened role players. Now, as the team prepares to face off against the Utah Jazz, an update on Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Jonathan Kuminga has surfaced. According to NBA insider Brett […]The post NBA Insider Drops Injury Update On Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, & Jonathan Kuminga Ahead Of Warriors vs Jazz appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-nba-insider-drops-injury-update-on-stephen-curry-jimmy-butler-jonathan-kuminga-ahead-of-golden-state-warriors-vs-utah-jazz/

Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY) led the Democrats with the best stock portfolio return of 2025, beating out all the major indexes with a 35% return, while Rep. Tim Moore (R-NC) had the best overall return with 52%.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/03/us-news/heres-how-much-members-of-congress-raked-in-on-their-stock-portfolios-in-2025/

Caitlin Clark has become a symbol of Iowa pride from the moment she arrived at the University of Iowa to play for the Hawkeyes. Now, as she is inspiring fans both on and off the court as a WNBA superstar with her record-breaking performances, her hometown has found a new way to celebrate female athletes. […]The post Iowa Launches Something for the First Time Ever in Caitlin Clark’s Hometown appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/wnba-basketball-news-iowa-launches-something-for-the-first-time-ever-in-caitlin-clarks-hometown/

Kasey Kahne is spending the offseason away from the track with his family.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nascar/news-kasey-kahne-amy-long-share-adorable-family-moments-snowy-telluride-getaway

#Sportskeeda

Basketball fans watching the Notre Dame against California game had a surreal experience at the Haas Pavilion as they watched the final seconds unfold. Notre Dame was leading by 4 points with 11 seconds on the clock, and it looked like they would hold through, but fate had other plans. Four unanswered points by Notre […]The post Calls Mount Against NCAA Officials After Notre Dame Coach Micah Shrewsberry Loses Cool Postgame appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-basketball-news-calls-mount-against-ncaa-officials-after-notre-dame-coach-micah-shrewsberry-loses-cool-postgame/

The United States has taken control of Venezuela after capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in a late-night military operation.

https://www.smh.com.au/world/us-takes-control-of-venezuela-after-capturing-nicolas-maduro-20260104-p5nrg2.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Two men have died in separate mining incidents in central Queensland.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/two-men-die-in-separate-queensland-mining-incidents-20260104-p5nrg4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

Some of Australia’s biggest sporting legends have jointly called for a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/australian-sporting-stars-call-for-bondi-shooting-royal-commission-20260104-p5nrg3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#theage

About a month ago, NFL draft expert Todd McShay felt Dante Moore should hold off on the 2026 NFL Draft. However, after Moore’s standout performance in the Orange Bowl win over Texas, his draft stock surged. And now ESPN’s Matt Miller believes he should seriously consider making the jump. With his decision still up in […]The post Dante Moore Faces Major Career Crossroads After ESPN Draft Expert Breaks Silence appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/dante-moore-faces-major-career-crossroads-after-espn-draft-expert-breaks-silence/

The Ashes comes to an end in Sydney as Australia look to end the series on a high in Usman Khawaja’s final Test match. Play begins at 10.30am, follow all the action live.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/cricket/sydney-test-live-updates-australia-out-to-finish-ashes-on-a-high-in-khawaja-s-farewell-20260103-p5nrei.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

#watoday

Police are still hunting a suspect after a teenage boy died in a shooting near a police station in Fitzroy.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/police-hunt-suspect-after-teenager-gunned-down-in-melbourne-20260104-p5nrg5.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national

#brisbanetimes

Košarkaše Crvene zvezde očekuje novi izazov u regionalnom takmičenju, pošto će u nedelju od 16.30 časova gostovati ekipi Ilirije u okviru 13.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/kosarka/4243973-sasa-obradovic-pricao-o-iliriji-pa-pomenuo-i-bobija-marjanovica-mogu-da-budu-zahtevan-protivnik

#Telegraf

Tommy Lee Jones' family has issued a statement after his daughter, Victoria, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel on New Year's Day.

https://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/2026/01/03/tommy-lee-jones-daughter-victoria-dies/6101767458676/

#upiasia

Derrick Henry’s performance in Week 17 has created momentum within the Baltimore Ravens’ locker room, with the Pittsburgh Steelers being careful of him. Both camps will be under pressure as Week 18 gets nearer since their playoff qualification berth will be confirmed with only a win. But before the players enter the field on Sunday, […]The post Ravens Coach Confirms Pushing Derrick Henry Beyond His Limits Amid Lamar Jackson’s Return Against Steelers appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-ravens-coach-confirms-pushing-derrick-henry-beyond-his-limits-amid-lamar-jacksons-return-against-steelers/

Noćna misija zarobljavanja venecuelanskog predsednika Nikolasa Madura nazvana je Operacija "Absolute Resolve" (Apsolutna odlučnost), izjavio je predsednik.

https://www.telegraf.rs/vesti/svet/4243968-operacija-apsolutna-odlucnost-trampov-general-otkrio-sve-detalje-napada-na-venecuelu-i-pada-nikolasa-madura

#Telegraf

The NHL has recently revealed the latest venue for the 2027 Winter Classic match between the Nashville Predators and the Carolina Hurricanes. The Bristol Motor Speedway is going to host the event for the 2027 calendar. It seems that the NHL is following in the footsteps of the MLB. The 2025 MLB Speedway Classic was […]The post NASCAR Fans Mad at NHL as Winter Classic 2027 Moves to Bristol Motor Speedway appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-nascar-cup-series-nascar-fans-mad-at-nhl-as-winter-classic-2027-moves-to-bristol-motor-speedway/

Josh Allen's wife, Hailee Steinfeld, shared some adorable pictures of herself and the Buffalo Bills quarterback together in her Beau Society newsletter on Friday.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-pic-hailee-steinfeld-kisses-josh-allen-bills-qb-takes-adorable-selfie-sinners-star

#Sportskeeda

Celtic head coach Wilfried Nancy is being tipped for the sack following the 3-1 defeat to Rangers.

https://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/celtic/latest-celtic-news/next-celtic-manager-odds-ex-sunderland-man-utd-men-and-several-parkhead-heroes-amongst-favourites-to-replace-nancy-5448464

#scotsman

Coach Belichick isn't the only public figure who has dated or is currently dating a woman 20+ years younger than him.

https://hollywoodlife.com/feature/celebrities-dating-women-20-years-younger-5489797/

#hollywoodlife

Harriet Sperling's pleated mini-skirt from the New Year's Day Racing Meet at Cheltenham Racecourse is a masterclass in winter race-day dress.

https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/875956/harriet-sperling-winter-race-day-dress-pleated-mini-skirt-it-girl-bag/

#hellomagazine

The Advert Delivery job in My Winter Car is one of the easiest methods to make money at the beginning, but making it function correctly can be more frustrating than it seems like it should be.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/esports/how-complete-advert-delivery-job-my-winter-car

#Sportskeeda

Tom Brady’s children were among the family members who attended Gisele Bündchen’s private wedding to Joaquim Valente on Dec. 3. The wedding was a fresh start for the supermodel.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-tom-brady-s-kids-attend-gisele-bundchen-s-private-florida-wedding-joaquim-valente-report

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GBA and Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Ltd. have finalised the list of those eligible for alternative housing in Kogilu Layout. However, verification by the Ashraya Committee is awaited

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/those-who-lost-homes-in-kogilu-to-hold-a-rally-today-bjp-to-protest-on-monday/article70468698.ece

As the 2026 Winter Olympics approach, a shadow of uncertainty looms over the preparations. As the opening face-off approaches in just over a month, the Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan, the main venue for the event, is still very much a construction site. The last-minute rush has placed the IOC and the IIHF under […]The post NHL Commissioner Voices Unease Over Unfinished Winter Olympics Hockey Rink appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-nhl-nhl-commissioner-voices-unease-over-unfinished-winter-olympics-hockey-rink/

Maduro and his wife will face charges in federal court in New York, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2026/01/03/trump-says-us-will-run-venezuela-not-afraid-of-boots-on-the-ground-live-updates/

#Forbes

Veteran Australian batter Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from international cricket on Friday, January 2.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/virat-kohli-vs-usman-khawaja-comparing-stats-87-tests

#Sportskeeda

If Nikola Jokić's knee injury makes him ineligible to win MVP, these players have the best chance of taking home the hardware.

https://fansided.com/nba/ranking-nba-mvp-candidates-from-dark-horses-to-favorites-after-nikola-joki-injury?utm_source=RSS

#Fansided

Potresne scene zabeležene su danas oko 15 časova na Novom Beogradu, u Ulici antifašističe borbe, gde je na autobuskom stajalištu zatečeno beživotno telo.

https://www.telegraf.rs/vesti/hronika/4243908-drama-na-novom-beogradu-bezivotno-telo-na-autobuskoj-stanici-policija-dojurila

#Telegraf

Seltik nikako da stane na noge. U 21. kolu škotskog prvenstva odigran je "Old firm" derbi, a Rendžers je na "Seltik Parku" slavio rezultatom 3:1 posle preokreta.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/fudbal/4243901-seltik-tone-sve-dublje-rendzers-slavio-u-old-firm-derbiju-cermiti-plesao-po-seltik-parku

#Telegraf

Richard Perry from Wednesbury had struggled with his weight for his entire adult life, losing weight, gaining it back, and watching his health deteriorate. Now an incredible 11st 7.5lbs lighter Richard is excited for 2026.

https://www.expressandstar.com/your-world/2026/01/03/why-taking-control-of-my-weight-saved-my-life-and-my-future-says-wednesbury-man

Welcome, readers, to the latest edition of the AEW News and Rumor Roundup.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/aew-news-rumor-roundup-female-stars-get-engaged-huge-in-ring-debut-announced-natalya-reacts-star-announces-retirement-willow-breaks-silence

#Sportskeeda

WWE has seen some old faces return to the promotion under Triple H's creative regime for an extended run or for a cameo.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-former-wwe-champions-possible-return-six-years

#Sportskeeda

James Gunn has confirmed that the upcoming Supergirl film in the new DC Universe will not be a direct adaptation of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, despite the comic serving as a major creative influenc

https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/movies/like-guardians-way-james-gunn-confirms-supergirl-fully-follow-woman-tomorrow-comics

#Sportskeeda

The Niners' Week 18 contest against the Seahawks is the biggest regular-season game in Levi's Stadium history

https://www.dailydemocrat.com/2026/01/03/kurtenbach-49ers-seahawks-will-be-perfectly-imperfect-my-predictions-for-the-game-of-the-year/

#dailydemocrat

Tensions are ramping up as Trump has captured Venezuela’s leader Nicolas Maduro and launched a “large-scale” strike on the South American nation last night

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/trump-venezuela-attack-why-caracas-maduro-b2893884.html

Michael Thorbjornsen stepped into the TGL Arena with four practice sessions under his belt. He walked out with a league record and a complete rewrite of Boston Common Golf’s identity. The 24-year-old from Wellesley, Massachusetts, drained four putts from beyond 10 feet on January 2, 2026—the first player in TGL history to accomplish that feat […]The post Record Night for Rising Star Michael Thorbjornsen as Rory McIlroy Breaks TGL Losing Streak appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-record-night-for-rising-star-michael-thorbjornsen-as-rory-mcilroy-breaks-tgl-losing-streak-pga-tour/

In just a few hours, the first major boxing event of 2026 will begin. Fans and pundits alike eagerly look forward to a stacked card headlined by none other than Amanda Serrano. The former undisputed champion returns six months after suffering the fourth loss of her career and the third to Katie Taylor. The multi-divisional […]The post Boxing Fight Tonight: Amanda Serrano vs. Reina Tellez Date, Time, Venue, Undercard, and Livestream Details appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-boxing-fight-tonight-amanda-serrano-vs-reina-tellez-date-time-venue-undercard-and-livestream-details/