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- PA Media: UK News
What the papers say – December 13
Here are the biggest stories leading Friday’s front pages.
- Business Insider
Why the last bears on Wall Street are worried about the stock market in 2025
Many Wall Street bears have retreated in the face of this year's blistering stock rally. The few that remain see a steep correction on the horizon.
- Yahoo Sports
Roger Goodell says NFL is aware of allegations vs. Jay-Z: 'But from our standpoint, our relationship is not changing'
Producing the halftime show is the most high-profile responsibility on which Jay-Z and the NFL partner. Roc Nation helps to select performers for key acts including the Super Bowl halftime show.
- Yahoo Sports
Rams vs. 49ers score, live updates: On-the-bubble NFC West teams go head to head on 'Thursday Night Football'
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams meet Thursday night in an NFC West clash that's critical to each team's playoff hopes.
- USA TODAY Sports
Lions revoke fan's tickets after confrontation with Packers coach Matt LaFleur
The Detroit Lions have revoked a fan's season tickets following an on-field confrontation with Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur.
- The Canadian Press
Small plane crashes onto New York highway, killing 1 person and injuring another
HARRISON, N.Y. (AP) — A small plane crashed onto a New York highway in Westchester County Thursday night, killing one of two people on board and injuring the other, authorities said.
- Reuters
Dollar set for best week in a month on cut-then-wait Fed outlook
The dollar rose to a 2 1/2-week high against major peers on Friday, on track for its best week in a month, amid bets that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates next week but then take a patient approach to further reductions. The U.S. currency was also supported against the euro and Swiss franc following rate cuts at those central banks a day earlier, and versus the yen amid speculation the Bank of Japan will forgo a rate hike at its meeting next week. Some softness in U.S. producer price figures released overnight, despite a heated headline figure, kept market conviction high for a Fed cut on Dec. 18, while a rise in unemployment claims showed the job market gradually cooling in line with expectations.
- The Canadian Press
Tampa Bay Rays and catcher Danny Jansen finalize 1-year contract
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Veteran catcher Danny Jansen and the Tampa Bay Rays finalized a one-year contract Thursday.
- The Canadian Press
Maryland's Edwards says he's entering transfer portal; Boise State's Nelson reportedly entering, too
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — Maryland quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. announced Thursday night he's decided to enter the transfer portal, meaning the Terrapins will likely have a new starter at the position for a second straight season.
- Insider Monkey
Is Teck Resources Limited (TECK) the Best Copper Stock to Buy According to Hedge Funds?
We recently compiled a list of the 8 Best Copper Stocks To Buy According to Hedge Funds. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Teck Resources Limited (NYSE:TECK) stands against the other copper stocks. Overview of the Copper Supply and Demand Copper is recognized as a critical metal due to its […]
- BBC
Girl group Flo: 'British R&B acts struggle to be heard'
The girl group scored a top 10 album last month, but say UK R&B groups "can feel under-appreciated".
- Yahoo News Singapore
Cost of renting surges in Singapore and other global cities; Economists expect 3.6% growth for Singapore’s economy in 2024: Singapore live news
Singapore's rent prices are the highest in the world while the economy is expected to grow 3.6% in 2024. Plus some of the biggest and fascinating news in Singapore and beyond.
- Reuters
Trump advisers seek to shrink or eliminate bank regulators, WSJ reports
Advisers have asked the nominees under consideration for the FDIC, as well as the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, if deposit insurance could be absorbed into the Treasury Department, the Journal said adding that any proposal to eliminate the FDIC or any agency would require congressional action. Trump's transition team, FDIC, OCC, and the Treasury department did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comment.
- KMGH - Denver Scripps
Broomfield family nearly lost $3,0000 in virtual kidnapping scam
A Broomfield family is warning others after they nearly lost $3,000 in a virtual kidnapping scam.
- Insider Monkey
Is Barrick Gold Corporation (GOLD) the Best Copper Stock to Buy According to Hedge Funds?
We recently compiled a list of the 8 Best Copper Stocks To Buy According to Hedge Funds. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD) stands against the other copper stocks. Overview of the Copper Supply and Demand Copper is recognized as a critical metal due to its […]
- The Daily Beast
Florida Woman Arrested After Alleged Copycat Threats to Insurance Company
A Florida woman was charged by police on Tuesday after ending a call with an insurance company by saying, “Delay, Deny, Depose,” the three words that are reminiscent of writings found in the shell casings retrieved at UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomposon’s murder scene in New York last week. Lakeland resident Briana Boston was seen in tears in court after the FBI tipped off the Lakeland Police Department who subsequently arrested the 42-year-old. According to her arrest affidavit, Boston was on
- The Canadian Press
Amazon to contribute $1 million to Trump’s inauguration fund. Meta is also donating $1M
NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is planning to donate $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration fund, a move that comes as major tech companies seek to improve their relationship with the incoming president.
- The Canadian Press
American pilgrim imprisoned in Assad's Syria calls his release from prison a 'blessing'
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — An American who disappeared seven months ago into former Syrian President Bashar Assad’s notorious prison system said early Friday he was released by the “liberators” who arrived in Damascus a day after the longtime ruler fled the capital.
- Variety
British Columbia to Hike Film Subsidy to Confront Sharp Production Decline
The premier of British Columbia announced a significant hike on Thursday in tax incentives for film and TV, as the province struggles with a sharp decline in production. Premier David Eby said the Production Services Tax Credit — which goes to international productions — will increase from 28% to 36%. The domestic credit will also …
- KCRA - Sacramento Videos
Police called to Sacramento school for reports of a gun on campus
Two Sacramento schools were under lockdown after reports of a gun on a school campus, the Twin Rivers Unified School District said.