A plot of land is set to fetch Leeds City Council £300,000 after it is put up for auction to raise cash.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/politics/council/sheepscar-land-sale-to-fetch-leeds-council-ps300k-at-auction-5467688

#horsforthtoday

For a few years, players across the ATP and WTA tours became increasingly vocal about how long and punishing the schedule has become. On the women’s side, the demands are especially heavy, with top players expected to compete in at least 20 mandatory events: four Grand Slams, 10 WTA 1000 tournaments, and six WTA 500s. […]The post Aryna Sabalenka Braces for Punishment as “Insane” Schedule Debate Echoes Serena Williams’ Era appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/tennis-news-aryna-sabalenka-braces-for-punishment-as-insane-schedule-debate-echoes-serena-williams-era/

The PGA Tour wants to protect par at the Phoenix Open. Brandel Chamblee isn’t sure they should. Thomas Detry torched TPC Scottsdale at –24 in February 2025. The Tour’s response? Grow the rough until golf balls vanish. But Chamblee, who has built a career advocating for tougher conditions, draws the line at Scottsdale. “In this particular […]The post Brandel Chamblee Voices Concern Over Decades-Old PGA Tour Course Conditions appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-brandel-chamblee-voices-concern-over-decades-old-pga-tour-course-conditions/

It wouldn't be a shock to see Miami capture its first national championship in 24 years. But ...

https://nypost.com/2026/01/08/betting/2025-26-college-football-playoff-semifinal-bowl-game-prediction/

#Post

KwaZulu-Natal’s (KZN) Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has formally endorsed a second term for provincial police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, signalling strong political support for the continuation of his leadership. The endorsement follows a meeting between Ntuli and national police commissioner Fannie Masemola, where discussions focused on the future of Mkhwanazi, whose current term expires on March […]The post KZN premier backs provincial top cop Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi for second term appeared first on Sunday World.

https://sundayworld.co.za/news/kzn-premier-backs-provincial-top-cop-nhlanhla-mkhwanazi-for-second-term/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kzn-premier-backs-provincial-top-cop-nhlanhla-mkhwanazi-for-second-term

#sundayworld

Just a few months ago, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner set off a firestorm among fans when he talked about the team’s payroll outlook for 2026. He said he made it clear he’d like to see spending come down from the roughly $319 million the Yankees shelled out on players in 2025. Expectedly, those comments didn’t […]The post Yankees Loyalist Reveals Real Reason For Hal Steinbrenner’s Cut Spending as Cashman Faces Fire For Wasting Money appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/mlb-baseball-news-yankees-loyalist-reveals-real-reason-for-hal-steinbrenners-cut-spending-as-cashman-faces-fire-for-wasting-money/

Mike Tomlin’s eight-year playoff win drought is staring him in the face, and the Pittsburgh Steelers coach has pinpointed the exact two defensive pairings on the Houston Texans that could extend his postseason misery. The Steelers haven’t moved past a playoff round since 2016, and the streak may continue if Tomlin’s concerns are not addressed, […]The post Mike Tomlin Flags Major Concerns for Steelers as Texans Duo Could Deeply Trouble Aaron Rodgers & Co. appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-steelers-mike-tomlin-flags-major-concerns-for-steelers-as-texans-duo-will-anderson-jr-danielle-hunter-could-deeply-trouble-aaron-rodgers-and-co/

Watch the match highlights between Dayana Yastremska & Jessica Pegula in Round 3 of the 2026 Brisbane International.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/tennis/2026-brisbane-international-highlights-dayana-yastremska-v-jessica-pegula-20260108-p5nspd.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

Until the U.S. is no longer dependent on critical minerals from China, the country will use its advantage as a cudgel against us.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/chinas-mineral-monopoly-is-americas-economic-achilles-heel/

#nationalreview

Just as LIV Golf was drowning after Brooks Koepka’s exit, a billion-dollar sportswear giant quietly stepped in with a splashy vote of confidence for Dustin Johnson and Co. Let’s just say, 4aces will be rocking new looks when the new season kicks off. NUCLR GOLF shared that, as per Josh Carpenter, LIV Golf star Dustin […]The post $2.4B Giant Comes to Dustin Johnson’s Rescue After Adidas Dropped Him Over LIV Golf Ties appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-two-point-four-billion-dollar-giant-comes-to-dustin-johnsons-rescue-after-adidas-dropped-him-over-liv-golf-ties/

Preferred Lies: A local rule that is adopted for fair play when course conditions make lies poor, allowing golfers to lift, clean, and place their ball in a specific relief area without penalty, usually within a club length of the original hole, helping to protect the course and ensure fairer conditions.  The PGA Tour has […]The post PGA Tour Quietly Alters One of Its Most Controversial Rules before 2026 season appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-pga-tour-quietly-alters-one-of-its-most-controversial-rules-before-2026-season/

One might not recognize Jawann Oldham’s name, but he was a former Chicago Bulls player who also played alongside Magic Johnson and Patrick Ewing. His tenure in the Windy City was short, as he shared the court with Michael Jordan for just two years. Despite limited starts during a career where he was a backup […]The post NBA World Mourns Michael Jordan’s Bulls Teammate’s Demise With Heartfelt Messages appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-legends-basketball-news-nba-world-mourns-michael-jordan-s-chicago-bulls-teammate-s-demise-with-heartfelt-messages-jawann-oldham/

Despite maintaining strong ties with his former program, Lane Kiffin’s recent moves involving Ole Miss assistants ahead of the Rebels’ semifinal run raised real concerns. And that prompted ACC Network analyst Jimbo Fisher to deliver a blunt take on Kiffin’s actions. “It’s selfish. It’s stupid,” said the former Texas A&M head coach during Wednesday’s appearance. […]The post Jimbo Fisher Calls Lane Kiffin “Stupid” Over Ole Miss Decision as Bitter Rival Keeps Silent appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-jimbo-fisher-calls-lane-kiffin-stupid-over-ole-miss-decision-as-bitter-rival-keeps-silent/

The Pentagon’s structural overhaul ought to be matched with the coordination needed to successfully wage large-scale war anywhere.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/the-u-s-military-command-plan-needs-a-reboot/

#nationalreview

After last year’s government shutdown, it’s not surprising to see a number of proposals to prevent future shutdowns.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/want-to-end-shutdowns-remember-the-past-and-proceed-with-caution/

#nationalreview

An overly formalistic view of international rules not only hurts America and its allies, but it also creates a more lawless world.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/dont-follow-the-false-sirens-of-international-law/

#nationalreview

Being ‘flexible on Hyde’ could mean voting for a grave evil — facilitating the unjust taking of human lives.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/dont-sell-out-pro-lifers-to-save-obamacare/

#nationalreview

MERSING: Two foreign tugboats with 17 men onboard have been detained by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) for illegal anchoring. Read full story

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/01/08/two-tugboats-detained-for-illegal-anchoring-off-johor-waters

Women’s Aid CEO Sarah Benson described the sharing of non-consensual sexual images of women and children by AI chatbot Grok as a “tipping point”

https://www.thejournal.ie/womens-aid-domestic-abuse-charity-x-controversy-6920850-Jan2026/

#thejournal

Gledaoci u Srbiji su za Božić imali priliku da uživaju u pravom fudbalskom spektaklu, čak osam utakmica Premijer lige bilo je na programu, videli smo kiks.

https://www.telegraf.rs/sport/fudbal/4246517-enzo-le-fee-penal-brentford-sunderland

#Telegraf

Senior ecologist makes bombshell claim that three separate government staffers told her to stall the investigation into South Australia's algal bloom until after the state election.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/bombshell-claim-that-government-staffers-tried-to-delay-algal-bloom-investigation-20260108-p5nsor.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Kaiser Reef has knocked out another strong quarter of gold production at its Henty gold mine in Tasmania, boosting its cash reserves to $43.1 million.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/business/companies/kaiser-reef-cash-hits-43m-as-tassie-gold-play-continues-to-shine-20260108-p5nsnd.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_business

#brisbanetimes

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham said that in the absence of injured striker Kylian Mbappe, he must step up along with Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo Goes and Gonzalo Garcia, in the Supercopa de Espan

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-not-just-goals-all-round-play-jude-bellingham-names-4-real-madrid-stars-must-step-kylian-mbappe-s-absence

#Sportskeeda

Calum McFarlane has explained why Liam Rosenior didn't take charge of Chelsea's clash against Fulham on Wednesday, January 7.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-chelsea-interim-manager-calum-mcfarlane-reveals-liam-rosenior-take-charge-fulham-game-despite-watching-2-1-loss

#Sportskeeda

The Rockies have agreed to a one-year, $8 million contract with veteran right-hander Michael Lorenzen, a major league source confirmed Wednesday night.

https://www.denverpost.com/2026/01/07/source-rockies-right-hander-michael-lorenzen-agree-to-one-year-deal/

An der Gemeng Esch-Sauer ginn d'Weiche fir en neie Schäfferot gestallt, nodeems de Buergermeeschter Laurent Hilger am Dezember aus gesondheetleche Grënn demissionéiert hat.

https://www.rtl.lu/news/national/mireille-welter-soll-nei-buergermeeschtesch-ginn-943278569

#RTL

Rinky Hijikata takes out the first set in his clash against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard at the Brisbane International.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/tennis/hijikata-takes-out-first-set-20260108-p5nsni.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport

#brisbanetimes

AC Milan and Genoa bring round 19 of the Italian Serie A to an end when they square off at the San Siro on Thursday.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/ac-milan-vs-genoa-prediction-betting-tips-january-8th-2026

#Sportskeeda

Parts of the Bay Area are under an "extreme cold watch" for Friday morning; another Oakland athletics coach had his life threatened; and ICE agents shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis today.

https://sfist.com/2026/01/07/day-around-the-bay-oroville-dam-spillway-lets-loose/

#sfist

The criminal trial for a former WWE Superstar has now started. The 3-time WWE champion is now facing prosecution as the proceedings have started.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-breaking-criminal-trial-starts-for-3-time-wwe-champion-facing-multiple-years-in-prison

#Sportskeeda

S. Koreans have been able to view N. Korea's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, at designated public locations without special procedures from Dec. 30

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/01/07/nkorea-official-newspaper-can-read-designated-public-location/4151767838955/

#upiasia

Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/07/sports/glenn-hall-hockey-hall-of-famer-and-mr-goalie-dead-at-94/

#Post

What really was behind the Ravens’ firing of John Harbaugh depends on which NFL insider you believe. 

https://nypost.com/2026/01/07/sports/nfl-insiders-battle-over-what-led-to-john-harbaughs-ravens-firing/

#Post

The City of Edmonton's Phase 2 seasonal parking ban will start on Monday, Jan. 12 and may last around two weeks as the snow is dealt with on residential roads.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11603237/edmonton-phase-2-residential-road-parking-ban-january-2026/

#globalwinnipeg

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey told ICE agents to ‘get the f*** out’ of the city in the aftermath

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/minneapolis-ice-shooting-protests-live-updates-b2896381.html

#Independent

Chicago and Cook County saw another steep decline in fatal opioid overdoses last year, records show, four years after a recent peak in such cases during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/07/opioid-deaths-chicago-cook-county/

Venezuelan-linked Marinera was stopped by the US Coast Guard as it travelled through waters between Iceland and Scotland.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckglnprzk72o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

#BBC

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday sought to assert its control over Venezuelan oil, seizing a pair of sanctioned tankers transporting petroleum and announcing plans to relax some sanctions so the U.S. can oversee the sale of Venezuela’s petroleum worldwide.

https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/01/07/US-seeks-to-assert-its-control-over-Venezuelan-oil-with-tanker-seizures-and-sales-worldwide/stories/20260107131

#toledoblade

Chen Zhi, chairman of Prince Group, was arrested by law enforcement officials in Cambodia and extradited to China, government officials said.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/07/business/chinese-tycoon-tied-to-11b-pig-butchering-bitcoin-scam-taken-into-custody/

#Post

SportsLine's model reveals its Furman Paladins vs. Chattanooga Mocs picks for Wednesday's matchup on CBS Sports Network

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/furman-chattanooga-odds-spread-time-2026-college-basketball-picks-january-7/

#CBSSports.com

She’s Zoh’s Albany whisperer. Mayor Zohran Mamdani tapped budget veteran Simonia Brown on Wednesday to be his go-between with state lawmakers as he presses his socialist agenda. Brown, 42, will serve as senior adviser for policy and strategy in her return to City Hall, where she previously held a similar role pressing the Big Apple’s...

https://nypost.com/2026/01/07/us-news/zohran-mamdani-taps-budget-vet-as-go-between-in-albany-to-push-socialist-agenda/

Lokalne vlasti su danas saopštile da je došlo do pucnjave u Mineapolisu, u američkoj državi Minesoti, gde Federalna imigraciona služba (ICE) sprovodi veliku.

https://www.telegraf.rs/vesti/svet/4246335-uznemirujuc-snimak-u-mineapolisu-doslo-do-pucnjave-tokom-akcije-federalne-imigracione-sluzbe-ubijena-zena

#Telegraf

It's a new year, and a great time to fulfill your resolution to practice better cybersecurity. The early days of January are a great time to grab a last-minute subscription for yourself or a loved one. With access to a virtual private network (VPN), you can stream TV shows and events from all over the world, protect your information from hackers and thwart online trackers.Although we strongly recommend using a VPN, jumping on the first deal that comes along might get you stuck with a substandard app. Beyond that, even otherwise respectable VPNs sometimes frame their prices in misleading ways...

https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-best-vpn-deals-up-to-88-percent-off-protonvpn-surfshark-expressvpn-nordvpn-and-more-120056445.html?src=rss

#Engadget

Spencer Pratt, the reality TV alum, was greeted by thunderous applause as he announced he is running for Mayor of Los Angeles at a Palisades protest on the one year anniversary of the deadly blaze.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/07/us-news/spencer-pratt-announces-run-for-la-mayor/