Author: Declan Rutherford

Zion Williamson scored 29 points to lead the New Orleans Pelicans past the Chicago Bulls 143-130 on November 24, 2025, ending a nine-game losing streak in a high-scoring thriller at Smoothie King Center.

Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns from Congress effective January 2026 after clashing with Donald Trump, who threatened to back a primary challenger. The move triggers a Georgia special election and exposes GOP divisions ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Whitney Leavitt was eliminated from Dancing With the Stars despite being the season’s best technical dancer, after Carrie Ann Inaba deducted a point for hops—sparking fan outrage. Finalists defended Inaba, but the controversy highlights the show’s growing tension between skill and popularity.

Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas A&M hold top 3 in Week 13 CFP rankings as Alabama drops to No. 10 after losing to Oklahoma; Georgia rises, Texas falls, and ACC chaos deepens ahead of December 7 final selection.

The NFL suspended Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase for one game after spitting on Steelers CB Jalen Ramsey during a November 19, 2023, game at Paycor Stadium. Video evidence confirmed the incident, triggering the league's Personal Conduct Policy.

U.S. stocks surged past 6,800 on October 27, 2025, as U.S.-China trade talks gained traction and tech stocks led the rally, pushing emerging markets to a 2021 high and sparking a rotation out of precious metals ahead of a Federal Reserve rate cut.

The Countdown season finale ends with Amber Oliveras abducted and forced to run in the Angeles National Forest, leaving her fate uncertain and setting up high stakes for season two.

George Springer returns to the Toronto Blue Jays after a concussion, boosting their lineup as they lead the AL East. Joey Loperfido is optioned to Triple‑A Buffalo.

Tip Reiman was carted off with a serious ankle injury during the Cardinals' Week 5 loss to the Titans, leaving his recovery timeline uncertain.

The Steelers beat the Vikings 24-21 in Dublin, a win that thrilled the Rooney family and highlighted a stout defense and emerging running game.