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[ad_1] How Trump’s illegal 2020 killing of Qassem Soleimani—and the West’s indifferent response—laid the groundwork for the brazen abduction of Nicolás Maduro. Ad Policy A billboard depicting symbolic images of former commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani and Iranian athletes is hung on a state building in downtown Tehran, Iran, on January 6, 2026.(Morteza Nikoubazl / NurPhoto via Getty Images) The American abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is undoubtedly a massive and significant historical moment. Yet, despite the headlines it has generated and the victories the US government is touting, it is…

[ad_1] With the 2025 regular season in the books and Wild Card Weekend looming (January 10-12, 2026), the playoff field is set-and it’s wide open without the Chiefs dominating the AFC. We have the 2026 NFL Playoff Power Rankings here for you. You can use this to help navigate your way through your Playoff picks and more. 2026 NFL Playoff Power Rankings MethodologyThe Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks secured No. 1 seeds and byes, while surprise teams like the Jaguars and Panthers snuck in as division winners.The 2026 NFL Playoff power rankings evaluate all 14 teams’ Super Bowl LX chances (February…

[ad_1] A crazy WWE incident involving The Dudley Boyz, Stacy Keibler, and other names has come to light. Apart from what the cameras show the fans, there have been some famous moments that take place once the footage stops rolling. WWE icon Stone Cold Steve Austin mentioned one such incident recently. During an appearance on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, he was asked what was the most amount of beer he drank in one night. Thanks for the submission! The Texas Rattlesnake recalled an incident in Japan which involved him, the Dudleyz, Stacy Keibler, and other stars. He said he…

[ad_1] Jan 4, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Wednesday NBA card features 12 games, highlighted by an interconference matchup in Boston. The banged-up Nuggets (24-12) travel to TD Garden to face the Celtics (23-12) as Denver concludes a seven-game road trip.We’ll break down three plays for the Wednesday action. Remember to monitor the odds throughout the day, as the sides and totals market is constantly changing.Here are the free NBA picks for Wednesday, January…

[ad_1] Get ready: the 11th annual SheBelieves Cup has been set.The U.S. women’s national team will host Argentina in Nashville, Tenn. on March 1, Canada in Columbus, Ohio on March 4, and Colombia in Harrison, N.J. on March 7 in the four-team tournament.The United States, ranked No. 2 in the world behind Spain, and Canada are the top teams in the Concacaf region, while Colombia and Argentina played each other in the 2025 Copa American Feminina semifinals. Colombia won that match following a penalty shootout before falling to Brazil in the tournament final, also on penalty kicks. “These are three teams…

[ad_1] Change is afoot at Manchester United after the sacking of Ruben Amorim – but what does it mean for their high-profile players? Here we assess what the future may hold for Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford among others.Kobbie MainooFew players are expected to be impacted by the exit of Amorim quite as much as the 20-year-old midfielder, who has been on the fringes this season and frustrated with his role under the departed head coach. Mainoo is one of the few players in the squad yet to start a league game this season and he faced an…

[ad_1] Preparing for Surgery: Kids Millions of children have surgery every year, but that may be little comfort to you if your child is one of them. It’s normal to feel anxious, but preparing yourself and your child will help ensure that your child is safe and healthy and your nerves are under control. Asking questions and talking with your child’s care team, including the anesthesiologist, will help you become more confident and relaxed, and help you learn more about what to expect. Asking questions and talking with your child’s care team, including the anesthesiologist, will help you learn more…

[ad_1] Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today? Sign up to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Good morning. It’s an exciting week not only for biotech M&A, but also for my city (Chicago) as we gear up for our big game this Saturday. Going into JPM, it’s good to be a pharma CEO Next week’s JPM conference will likely be the most jubilant for Big Pharma in years. STAT+ Exclusive Story Already have an account? Log in This article is exclusive to STAT+ subscribers Unlock this article — plus in-depth analysis, newsletters, premium events, and news…

[ad_1] Bad news has always existed, but smartphones changed how often the human brain encounters it. Doomscrolling—the habit of endlessly consuming negative news—turns rare crises into a constant mental environment. Wars, pandemics, economic fear, and social conflict now sit inches from our eyes, refreshed every few seconds. This pattern does not reflect reality’s full picture, but the brain processes it as ongoing threat exposure.Over time, doomscrolling effects reshape stress responses, sleep cycles, and emotional regulation. Many people describe feeling “on edge” without knowing why, or mentally exhausted despite doing very little. The issue is not awareness—it’s volume, repetition, and lack…

[ad_1] The average retirement age is 62, as per MassMutual’s 2024 Retirement Happiness Study. This means that most baby boomers (born 1946 to 1964) are either already retired or are about to be. Retirement comes with quite a few changes, especially related to personal finances. This means for boomers in 2026, certain money habits should probably change, while others should stay the same. GOBankingRates spoke with several financial experts about which money habits boomers should keep in 2026. Here’s what they said. Also see five wealth-building habits to start in 2026 — even if no one ever taught you about…