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As the college football world rings in the new year, the Louisville Cardinals (8-4) and Washington Huskies (6-6) are gearing […]

A sixth-century sword described as “astonishing” has been discovered at an Anglo-Saxon cemetery in rural England. Lead archaeologist Duncan Sayer

Most cats are usually fussy eaters, but one named Mr. Lime recently went viral for snacking on a very unusual

Puerto Rico faces the prospect of ringing in New Year’s Eve in darkness following a widespread power outage that has

NASCAR insiders reveal just how much influence the $1.1 billion-a-year television partners have in the sport, and it’s a lot.

Mia Chard, a 42-year-old from Utah, is offering a fresh perspective on love and connection, sharing her journey into her

Berlin police detained a man on Tuesday following a knife attack that left two people injured in the city’s Charlottenburg

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch are “not going anywhere,” according to team owner

New Year’s Eve is bringing fireworks early this year as the No. 11 Alabama Crimson Tide (9-3) face the Michigan

Costco is facing threats of a boycott from supporters of President-elect Donald Trump after executives refused to dismantle diversity, equity

NASCAR driver Christopher Bell has confirmed his plans to make a comeback to dirt racing in 2025. Bell has decided

Puerto Rico’s Governor-Elect Jenniffer González addressed the widespread power outage affecting the island on New Year’s Eve, calling for urgent

A woman whose daughter dropped her phone behind her old fireplace was amazed by what she found in there. Jill

Drinking coffee and tea might reduce the risk of developing head and neck cancers, including cancers of the mouth and

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Gal Gadot just shared a story that proves she’s a superhero

Cody Rhodes is currently on top of the world as the Undisputed WWE Champion, but he is very aware careers

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are going out earlier in January, February and March of 2025. The payments are usually

Three-time WWE Champion Sheamus unexpectedly returned to the ring for the final episode of Raw on the USA Network, making

A social media star who describes himself as a “professional snake wrangler” feared he would die after being bitten by

TikTok finance influencer Kyla Scanlon, who has over 200,000 followers, said on Tuesday that the platform flagged her post about

In 2025, it is safe to say most people are hoping for some luck, but could that come from an

Medicare will begin capping prescription drug costs at $2,000 annually from January 1—a move that’s widely expected to benefit millions

Cruz Beckham shot back at a person who on social media said people only cared about his new song “For

Residents in the RiverCamps neighborhood of Bay County, Florida, have been warned not to use potable water for drinking, bathing,

Ohio police have finally solved the 1981 cold case murder of 18-year-old Debbie Lee Miller, but the killer will never

The thought that wooden cutting boards hold bacteria longer may not be true—in fact, the plastic cutting board in your

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Kourtney Kardashian Barker and her husband, Travis Barker, celebrated Christmas Eve

NASCAR’s Chief Operating Officer, Steve O’Donnell, has discussed potential changes to the NASCAR playoff format. As the 2024 season wrapped

China has completed the construction of the world’s longest express tunnel through the Tianshan Mountains, according to a local news

A woman asked the universe what it was doing when it put her in a dream situation for a single

Lenny Randle, whose colorful career in baseball on and off the field endeared him to fans on two continents, passed

The Legend of Zelda series may be blowing minds with games like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the

A mom shared her “controversial” parenting takes on TikTok, triggering a viral debate. Lori Meo (@loricowsandstuff), 56, from Foster, Rhode

When you’re jammed into Times Square with scores of others to celebrate New Year’s Eve, there’s one predicament you might

A cat owner has left social media in hysterics after revealing the unexpected place she discovered her cat when she

As 2024 comes to a close, many people are wondering whether banks and other essential services will be open on

Changes to WhatsApp’s operating system will prevent some older smartphones using the app in 2025. The alterations to the social

Those who receive a Department of Veterans Affairs disability payments will get a 2.5 percent increase next year, to take

One of the hallmarks of the end of a year is Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. The show has

January 1 marks New Year’s Day, and as it’s a national holiday, many stores will be closed. You may be

A majority of Americans are generally apprehensive about 2025, 56 percent expecting the country to experience “economic difficulty,” and 76

People all over the world will tune in on January 1 for one of America’s oldest New Year’s celebrations: the

A French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier has reached Asia, the NATO member state’s military announced on Monday, where it will be

Forecasts continue to point toward the Arctic polar vortex bringing chilling winds across swathes of the U.S. in the new

Ukrainian troops have regained lost positions around Chasiv Yar, it has been reported, as a map shows the latest state

A woman returning home from visiting her in-laws realized she had an extra passenger halfway through her hourlong drive. Mary

Humans have been trying to look younger since records began, and the newest fad on the market might actually work—or

President-elect Donald Trump may be afraid of upsetting the “king of the world” Elon Musk, right-wing activist Laura Loomer has

One dog’s ingenious use of her owner’s blue blanket has gained her viral attention, winning the hearts of millions of

Russia has withdrawn from the Agarak border checkpoint on the Armenia-Iran border after patrolling for 30 years, according to the

The New York Mets are less likely to re-sign Pete Alonso with each day that passes and an agreement isn’t

First baseman Pete Alonso’s free agency experience probably isn’t going how he initially hoped it would. With several teams opting

The North Korean authorities are reportedly handing out “war certificates” to families of soldiers killed in action on the front

Orlando Arcia’s lack of offensive production is prompting the Atlanta Braves to look at infield options for next season and

The night sky could soon offer a spectacle of a lifetime as the T Coronae Borealis star system gears up

A Ralphs grocery store in Burbank, California, has added glass partitions to an aisle containing frequently stolen items, requiring customers

Some people in the United States fear Donald Trump’s economic agenda could see the economy fall into recession, with experts

At Newsweek, we love animals, and every week we crown a Newsweek Pet of the Week from our readers’ favorite

Possible evidence of bird flu has been detected in three cities in Maricopa County, Arizona—Phoenix, Surprise and Tempe—through wastewater sampling.

Farmers relying on the Colorado River are raising the alarm as diminishing river flows threaten food supplies and could lead

The moment a 5-year-old stole the show during her family holiday photo shoot has gone viral on Instagram. Racking up

Elon Musk, the billionaire tech mogul and owner of X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has changed

A drone has led Mexican authorities to the discovery of a suspected drug tunnel beneath the U.S.-Mexico border, officials reported.

The Lithuanian Bakery Inc. has voluntarily recalled two of its desserts after they were found to contain undeclared allergens and

Morgan Wallen treated his fans to a New Year’s Eve surprise by releasing a new song. The country music superstar

A farm owner in Montana filmed the moment her horse met a baby donkey for the first time, capturing the

The U.S. Census Bureau has projected that the nation’s population will hit 341,145,670 at midnight on New Year’s Day. It

Defaults on credit cards in the U.S. have spiked significantly in the last year, according to a new report. Credit

A number of MAGA and Republican figures have criticized President-elect Donald Trump after he endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson. Newsweek

A series of new laws passed by the Texas Legislature and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott are due

The Biden Administration has confirmed a significant cybersecurity breach targeting the U.S. Treasury Department, attributed to a state-sponsored group linked

Parts of Texas are likely to be hit with unusually cold temperatures as a polar vortex looks set to push

Congestion pricing is set to begin again in New York City after Governor Kathy Hochul reintroduced a lower toll rate.

An EasyJet pilot decided to make things lighthearted when taking off for one of the world’s most difficult airports, leaving

A Ukrainian naval drone has destroyed a Russian helicopter in a historic strike in the Black Sea, according to the

Princess Kate is preparing to rebuild her life as a working royal after 12 months mired by a major health

It’s been a big few years for triple-threat Greta Gerwig. With her most recent film, Barbie, joining the $1 billion

A single sentence at a company meeting pushed one employee to walk away from a decade-long career, sparking discussions online

Vladimir Putin has given illegal migrants four months to get legal status as he issues a decree which could force

As the final hours of the year approach, people around the world are preparing to mark the occasion with traditions

Kate Beckinsale said she was once “forced by a publicist” to do a photoshoot while bleeding from a miscarriage, as

A new law in California has been brought in which aims to reduce homework for students in California. The Healthy

A recall of products, including onions, from Gracie’s Kitchen has been given a Class II risk classification from the FDA

The United States and Japan have formulated their first guidelines for extended deterrence, which include the possible employment of the

Vietnam, southeast Asia’s third-most-populous country, has seen its birth rate dip to 1.91 births per woman in 2024—its lowest level

E. Jean Carroll, who was found to have been sexually assaulted by Donald Trump, will likely pursue a $83-million judgment

Director Robert Eggers has said Lily-Rose Depp brought him “to tears” during her audition for Nosferatu. Newsweek emailed a spokesperson

California, the most populous U.S. state and fifth-largest world economy, will effectively ban the use of most expanded plastic foam

Russia’s biggest bank has joined the country’s digital currency scheme, which could help the economy weather turbulence caused by sanctions.

A fire has broken out at a Russian oil depot deep behind the frontline in Kursk, according to the Kyiv

A cat owner from South Carolina has gone viral on TikTok after revealing the reason she spent £200 at the

It is not unusual for dogs to beg for food while someone is eating, but one pup is content to

A dog owner from Massachusetts captured her golden retriever’s reaction when he learned that his girlfriend was coming over, and

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has begun collecting and testing aged cheese made from raw cow’s milk over concerns

Hollywood A-listers Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finalized their divorce settlement after eight years of negotiations. Why It Matters

President-elect Donald Trump kicked off 2024 with the unofficial title of “defendant of the year,” staring down criminal and civil

The movie Wicked has officially become the highest-grossing Broadway adaptation in box office history, surpassing the movie musical Mamma Mia.

Newsweek has created a map showing states where respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases are surging. In the week ending December

President-elect Donald Trump finds himself at a crossroads as Elon Musk, his billionaire backer, has called to expand the H-1B

China’s first domestically built passenger jet is taking aim at markets previously dominated by Western companies like Boeing and Airbus.

Legendary CNN anchorman Aaron Brown died on Sunday at the age of 76 according to his family, as reported by

Joe Rogan briefly paused discussion on his popular podcast recently, after a guest used a term that reminded him of

Winter weather advisories were in places for five U.S. states from the National Weather Service (NWS) early Tuesday, with up

A woman has urged her brother to reconsider his choice of baby name for his daughter amid concerns over what

No matter where your celebrations for New Year’s Eve are taking place, New York City’s Times Square Ball is infamous

Polling suggests a clear majority of Americans are worried about the economy and their own financial situations. High inflation and

Rejon Taylor, one of the men on federal death row, has told Newsweek he is “overjoyed and grateful” after his

The world feels in an especially febrile moment right now. Conflicts pushing us closer, perhaps, to a world war. Accelerating

The end of a year is a time for reflection, and it is easy to lose sight of the good

The hit film Wicked is set to make its debut on streaming platforms Tuesday, Universal Pictures announced. Why It Matters

EVgo, Electrify America and ChargePoint manage the gross share of America’s public charging network. In recent years, partnerships between automakers

A strong geomagnetic storm will make the northern lights visible in many U.S. states on New Year’s Eve. According to

The Chinese government on Monday paid tribute to former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who died the previous day at the

A former prosecutor has told Newsweek that rapper Jay-Z is in a stronger position to defend himself from a sexual

From puberty blockers to TikTok, online porn and ghost guns, major Supreme Court decisions are expected in 2025 that could

A new mom trying to film a video showcasing her body postpartum ended up accidentally capturing her husband’s heartfelt reaction

Florida has seen the biggest year-over-year surge in stale inventory in the entire nation in November, according to a new

What’s New The start of 2025 is likely to see Russia maintain battlefield momentum in its invasion of Ukraine amid

New Year’s Eve brings along a variety of traditions, and some of them center on food. While black-eyed peas are

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy provided the latest update on his elbow injury after he was forced to exit

President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement of Speaker of the House Mike Johnson appears to have done little to convince some of

It’s the last day of the year! Ensure you end 2024 on a winning note—at least when it comes to

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy left the team’s 40-34 Monday Night Football loss to the Detroit Lions after suffering

Happy New Year’s Eve Wordle players! Before 2025 dawns, Newsweek is here to help you with today’s puzzle. Wordle is

The San Francisco 49ers are attempting to finish the end of the 2024 regular season strong. They can do so

Now that Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair’s three-game suspension is over, he broke the silence. Al-Shaair took to social media

Forecasters from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center say that geomagnetic storms could result in

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed it is monitoring for a number of red flags that suggest

Sean “Diddy” Combs is allegedly refusing to leave his jail cell to accept legal service, a lawyer said Monday in

The Houston Astros are very thin in the bullpen and could use some major upgrades. Even with Josh Hader and

New York Mets home-run specialist Pete Alonso, who slugged 53 round-trippers in his 2019 Rookie of the Year season, has

The Toronto Blue Jays may not reach a contract extension with their superstar first baseman, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Guerrero’s contract

When the puck is dropped between the San Jose Sharks and Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night, it will be the

NASCAR driver Chase Briscoe recently opened up about a close call in his career with Stewart Haas Racing. Speaking on

The prominent Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM has announced its intention to exit the MotoGP racing series by the end of

In the world of sports, few names conjure the same level of reverence as Valentino Rossi in MotoGP and Michael

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is urging his state’s highest court to reject an appeal of a recent decision to

Andrew Overstreet is readying himself to make his full-time debut as a NASCAR crew chief for the 2025 season. It’s

A recent poll found that a majority of college students believe that Luigi Mangione should be sentenced to time in

The NHL laid down the hammer on the Dallas Stars on Monday for violating the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Dallas was

Montana, Utah, Idaho and Colorado are under a “high” danger warning for avalanches from Monday until Tuesday morning, according to

Ford’s official X account on Monday posted a series of tweets criticizing Israel that have since been deleted. The posts

President Joe Biden has announced plans to protect Nevada’s Ruby Mountains by halting oil, gas and geothermal development for the

Food recalls shared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) during December

The adult son of North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer was sentenced on Monday to 28 years in prison for his

Rogelio “Roger” Nores, Liam Payne’s friend and alleged former manager, is among five people who were charged in the singer’s

WWE Hall of Fame member and pro wrestling legend Booker T is headed back to the ring. More News: Tony

President Joe Biden issued an executive order on Monday declaring January 9 a national day of mourning for the late

As the media has been blanketed with well-deserved praise for President Jimmy Carter’s noble life, it feels as though everything

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Meghan McCain is starting the new year with some good news

A juvenile humpback whale was found washed ashore on Roosevelt Beach on Long Island, New York, on Monday morning, just

Now that the NCAA Football season is coming to a close, everyone has their eyes set on the NFL Draft.

In an effort to curb excessive internet use among young people, Greece announced plans to launch a government-operated app designed

The United States is seeing a dramatic increase in norovirus cases, with reported outbreaks reaching their highest numbers since 2012.

Department of Justice (DOJ) Special Counsel Jack Smith withdrew from the classified documents case involving President-elect Donald Trump on Monday.

The Buffalo Bills have absolutely nothing to play for in Week 18 against the NFL-worst New England Patriots. They cannot

Chinese hackers gained remote access to several U.S. Treasury Department workstations and unclassified documents by exploiting vulnerabilities in a third-party

The Zelda series is split up into two main series: the 2D series, and the 3D series. Both have their

After taking two years away from hockey, Jonathan Toews is still considering a return to the NHL. The former Chicago

Billionaire Elon Musk is calling for major tax changes as Donald Trump nears his second presidency. “The tax code needs

A viral TikTok video melted people’s hearts after a dog couldn’t wait to rejoin his “friends” after three days away

Cases of norovirus and bird flu are on the rise compared to last year, according to data from the CDC.

Dominique Pelicot, the ex-husband of Gisèle Pelicot, has opted not to appeal his 20-year prison sentence for drugging and raping

On Monday, observers of the skies will once again have the opportunity to experience a rare “black moon.” Why It

With cases of norovirus, an infectious stomach bug, currently surging in the United States, experts told Newsweek that those who

After a year of high-profile killings, including the death of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, the latest available data on murders across

A giant dog reacting to the doorbell left viewers in stitches as he didn’t know how he wanted to approach

Another NFL season is nearly gone, and another year the Indianapolis Colts will not see the postseason. All the team

Three senior Department of Justice (DOJ) officials leaked “investigative information” to reporters just days before an election, according to a

The Boston Red Sox could be a contender to trade for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. from the Toronto Blue Jays. Guerrero

An “anxious” Alaska Airlines passenger opened the plane’s emergency exit and stepped out onto the wing while other passengers watched

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Jennifer Lopez’s ex-boyfriend, Casper Smart, had a run in with the

Russia and Ukraine conducted a large prisoner exchange that resulted in the release of hundreds of soldiers, officials announced Monday.

When the New York Yankees’ now-former second baseman Gleyber Torres left the American League champions behind to sign a one-year,

The Toronto Blue Jays were heavily involved in the Corbin Burnes sweepstakes. In fact, it’s rumored the Blue Jays offered

The Baltimore Orioles are running out of time to address their rotation. After Corbin Burnes signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks,

The New York Mets made a huge offseason splash by signing outfielder Juan Soto to a $765 million deal. President

Health care has a workforce problem. Hospitals around the country are betting on high school students to be part of

Coming into the offseason, it seemed as though the Toronto Blue Jays were going to be all-in to win in

The San Francisco 49ers may have had a disastrous season, but head coach Kyle Shanahan wants his team to end

What’s New A number of governments and organizations across the country are hoping to stamp out drunken driving by offering

2024 was a record-breaking year in Hollywood. In this feature we’re listing the top ten biggest-earners. They range from $451m

Archaeologists have revealed a previously undocumented form of ritual sacrifice involving close relatives among the elites of an ancient culture.

The Kansas City Chiefs are reported to be holding out several key starters in Week 18, but one that is

A heartwarming video capturing the reunion of two cat siblings after being separated for 17 months has gone viral on

The game status of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is in question for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets.

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Jason Momoa was the star of the “Aquaman” films in the

Mike Vrabel’s consulting agreement with the Cleveland Browns ended Monday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Now that Vrabel’s agreement is

The Guardian Angels, a volunteer crime-prevention group, is resuming its patrol of the New York City subway following an incident

The penultimate week of the 2024 NFL regular season concludes with a rematch of last year’s NFC Championship Game. The

The crash of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 in South Korea is the deadliest aviation disaster of 2024, marking yet

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Could the New Year bring new love for Ryan Seacrest? In

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Glen Powell is trading Top Gun fighter jets for football helmets

A top Ukraine official pledged support for the new Syrian government on Monday following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad,

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting, diarrhea, and acute gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach or intestines.

Sports can oftentimes be fickle toward both players and coaches. We often see a “what have you done for me

Finnish investigators examining damage to a Baltic Sea power cable and several data cables have identified an anchor drag mark

All Elite Wrestling founder Tony Khan has heard the gossip that his promotion isn’t selling tickets and he hitting right

The Kansas City Chiefs have an important decision to make in the final game of the 2024 regular season. That

The Kubuqi Desert in Inner Mongolia, China, is undergoing a remarkable transformation, as documented in new images released by NASA