Ukraine, US to hold new talks in Miami
Ukraine, US to hold new talks in Miami - CNA
The meeting is to discuss a plan to end Russia's invasion in Ukraine, one of President Zelenskyy's advisors said the United States are "expecting compromises from both sides."
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/ukraine-us-hold-new-talks-in-miami-5564586
AWS re:Invent was an all-in pitch for AI. Customers might not be ready.
AWS re:Invent was an all-in pitch for AI. Customers might not be ready. | TechCrunch
AWS is releasing a lot of new AI tech but the cloud infrastructure giant's enterprise customers may not be ready for it yet.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/aws-reinvent-was-an-all-in-pitch-for-ai-customers-might-not-be-ready/
Lebanese president, Hezbollah split over expanded talks with Israel
Lebanese president, Hezbollah split over expanded talks with Israel - CNA
"There is no going back," says President Joseph Aoun after facing criticism for accepting the option of Israel negotiations.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/lebanon-israel-hezbollah-truce-war-5564531
↔️ Olney and Passan: MLB free agency intel
MLB winter meetings: Free agency intel from Olney and Passan - ESPN
Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason.
https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/47201350/mlb-winter-meetings-2025-offseason-free-agency-trade-intel-rumors-updates-buster-olney-jeff-passan
Gottlieb tosses chair after Green Bay blows game
Gottlieb tosses chair after Green Bay loss: 'Played like idiots' - ESPN
Green Bay coach Doug Gottlieb threw a chair as he walked off the court after his team blew an 11-point lead in an "embarrassing" 80-78 loss to Robert Morris.
https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/47208270/gottlieb-tosses-chair-green-bay-loss-played-idiots
Sources: Arkansas tabs Cramsey OC, Roberts DC
Sources: Arkansas to hire Tim Cramsey as OC, Ron Roberts as DC - ESPN
Arkansas is hiring Tim Cramsey from Memphis as offensive coordinator and Ron Roberts from Florida as defensive coordinator, sources confirmed to ESPN.
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/47211747/source-arkansas-hire-tim-cramsey-oc-ron-roberts-dc
FSU QB Castellanos seeks fifth year of eligibility
FSU QB Tommy Castellanos seeking fifth year of eligibility - ESPN
Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos is appealing to the NCAA for another year of eligibility.
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/47211578/fsu-qb-thomas-castellanos-seeking-more-college-eligibility
Magic's Banchero set to return Friday vs. Heat
Magic's Paolo Banchero (groin) to return Friday vs. Heat - ESPN
Magic forward Paolo Banchero is set to return Friday night against the Heat after missing the past 10 games with a groin strain.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47212837/magic-paolo-banchero-groin-return-friday-vs-heat
Michigan St. receives $290M donation for athletics
Michigan State receives $401M gift, including $290M for athletics - ESPN
Michigan State has received a $401 million gift from Greg and Dawn Williams, supporting the university's and athletic department's fundraising initiatives with one of the richest donations in college sports history.
https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/47212897/michigan-state-receives-401m-gift-including-290m-athletics
E. Campbell died of drowning after medical issue
Elden Campbell died from drowning after medical emergency - ESPN
Former basketball player Elden Campbell died Monday from drowning after suffering a medical emergency while out fishing, his sister and a Broward County official confirmed.
https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/47211652/elden-campbell-died-drowning-medical-emergency
Source: Lions DB Branch suffered torn Achilles
Sources: Detroit Lions DB Brian Branch suffered torn Achilles - ESPN
Lions star defensive back Brian Branch tore his Achilles during the team's Thursday night game versus the Cowboys, a source told ESPN.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47212378/detroit-lions-db-brian-branch-torn-achilles
Cards' QB Murray will not return this season
Arizona Cardinals' QB Kyler Murray out for rest of season - ESPN
Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray will not return this season due to his foot injury.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47212974/arizona-cardinals-qb-kyler-murray-rest-season
World Cup draw: How it works, what will be decided
How does the 2026 World Cup draw work? Format, date and more - ESPN
The stage is almost set for the 2026 World Cup, which begins June 11 and concludes with the final July 19. Here's what to know about the draw.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/46929564/2026-world-cup-draw-explainer-date-format-seeds
World Cup draw live updates: Groups, matches, reaction
2026 FIFA World Cup draw live updates: groups, matches, reaction - ESPN
Enjoy all the live updates of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage draw as we find out which teams will play who in North America next summer.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/47182147/2026-fifa-world-cup-draw-live-updates-groups-matches-reaction
New ‘KnoWay’ robotaxis cause chaos in new Grand Theft Auto Online DLC
New 'KnoWay' robotaxis cause chaos in new Grand Theft Auto Online DLC | TechCrunch
The inclusion of the Waymo look-a-likes appears to be part of a larger storyline that will encourage players to 'stop the development of a mass surveillance network."
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/new-knoway-robotaxis-cause-chaos-in-new-grand-theft-auto-online-dlc/
eSIM adoption is on the rise thanks to travel and device compatibility
eSIM adoption is on the rise thanks to travel and device compatibility | TechCrunch
eSIM as a technology has been around for a decade now. However, global eSIM adoption was around 3% last year and will only cross 5% this year. Despite
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/esim-adoption-is-on-the-rise-thanks-to-travel-and-device-compatibility/
France investigates reports of drones over nuclear sub base
France investigates reports of drones over nuclear sub base - CNA
The president of the European Commission has called the incursions "hybrid warfare".
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/france-russia-drones-sub-police-5564421
New streaming channel launches to give viewers a peek into city council meetings
New streaming channel launches to give viewers a peek into city council meetings | TechCrunch
Hamlet TV is a way to help keep citizens informed of what's happening inside local governments.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/new-streaming-channel-launches-to-give-viewers-a-peek-into-city-council-meetings/
Here’s What You Should Know About Launching an AI Startup
Here’s What You Should Know About Launching an AI Startup | WIRED
AI startups say the promise of turning dazzling models into useful products is harder than anyone expected. Three founders discuss what it takes.
https://www.wired.com/story/artificial-intelligence-startups-daydream-fashion-recommendations/
The New York Times is suing Perplexity for copyright infringement
The New York Times is suing Perplexity for copyright infringement | TechCrunch
The New York Times filed a copyright lawsuit against Perplexity, joining other publishers using legal action as leverage to force AI companies into licensing deals that compensate content creators.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/the-new-york-times-is-suing-perplexity-for-copyright-infringement/
Energy storage industry set aggressive goals for 2025 — and already crushed them
Energy storage industry set aggressive goals for 2025 — and already crushed them | TechCrunch
The battery storage industry in the U.S. has grown in leaps and bounds in recent years, surpassing its most aggressive targets to become one of the largest new sources of power on the grid.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/energy-storage-industry-set-aggressive-goals-for-2025-and-already-crushed-them/
Meta signs commercial AI data agreements with publishers to offer real-time news on Meta AI
Meta signs commercial AI data agreements with publishers to offer real-time news on Meta AI | TechCrunch
Meta is partnering with CNN, Fox News, Fox Sports, Le Monde Group, the People Inc. portfolio of media brands, The Daily Caller, The Washington Examiner, and USA Today.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/meta-signs-commercial-ai-data-agreements-with-publishers-to-offer-real-time-news-on-meta-ai/
9 Best Lubes (2025): Water-Based, Silicone, Natural Oils
9 Best Lubes (2025): Water-Based, Silicone, Natural Oils | WIRED
For the most sensitive parts of the human body, friction is the enemy. Here’s how to keep it at bay with our favorite lubes made of water, silicone, or natural oil.
https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-lubes/
In its first DSA penalty, EU fines X €120M for ‘deceptive’ blue check verification system
In its first DSA penalty, EU fines X €120M for 'deceptive' blue check verification system | TechCrunch
The EC is taking issue with the fact that X, the social network formerly known as Twitter, has been allowing anyone to buy a "blue checkmark," the platform's long-standing symbol that a user has been verified to be who they are claiming to be.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/in-its-first-dsa-penalty-eu-fines-x-e120m-for-deceptive-blue-check-verification-system/
Our guide to every Week 14 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
NFL Week 14 picks, predictions, schedule, odds, fantasy tips - ESPN
Shedeur Sanders vs. Cam Ward? Joe Burrow vs. Josh Allen? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 14 game.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/page/viewersguide47200964/nfl-week-14-picks-predictions-schedule-fantasy-football-odds-injuries-stats-2025
Petco confirms security lapse exposed customers’ personal data
Petco confirms security lapse exposed customers’ personal data | TechCrunch
The pet company has published almost no details about what happened, who was affected, and what personal data was exposed.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/petco-confirms-security-lapse-exposed-customers-personal-data/
New York Times sues Perplexity AI for 'illegal' copying of content
New York Times sues Perplexity AI for 'illegal' copying of content - CNA
The New York Times filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI on Friday (Dec 5), claiming that the artificial intelligence startup was copying, distributing and displaying millions of its articles without permission.The startup has become a target of multiple legal disputes and faces similar accusations ..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/new-york-times-sues-perplexity-ai-illegal-copying-content-5564191
GoTrax Mustang Electric Bike Review: Punchy and Tiny
GoTrax Mustang Electric Bike Review: Punchy and Tiny | WIRED
This nimble, compact ebike packs plenty of punch, but doesn’t offer a wide range of sizes.
https://www.wired.com/review/gotrax-mustang-electric-bike/
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. in a disruptive deal valued at $82.7B
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. in a disruptive deal valued at $82.7B | TechCrunch
In one of the most groundbreaking deals the streaming world has ever seen, Netflix acquires Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion.
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/05/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-in-a-disruptive-deal-valued-at-82-7b/
Screaming students give French president rockstar greeting in China
Screaming students give French president rockstar greeting in China - CNA
Sichuan University students said they hoped Macron's visit would bring stronger academic ties.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/macron-visit-china-sichuan-france-pandas-5564116
