US Olympic coach accused of sexual abuse placed on leave

The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee has placed a coach on leave following allegations of sexual abuse by a young biathlete, prompting an internal investigation
Young Farmers celebrate agriculture in Effingham County

Annual banquet held Thursday night at New Ebenezer Retreat Center
Ringo Starr releases ‘Thankful’ featuring Alison Krauss

Ringo Starr has teamed up with Alison Krauss for the song “Thankful,” the second track off Starr’s forthcoming country music album, Look Up, set to drop on January 10, 2025. Look Up, produced and co-written by T Bone
California couple fatally shot in Mexico, says local official

A California couple was shot and killed during a holiday visit to Michoacan, Mexico. Investigators are working to find those responsible.
CBS to air primetime concert special “An Evening with Dua Lipa”

CBS will air the primetime concert An Evening With Dua Lipa, featuring live performances from the Grammy Award-winning artist’s latest album, Radical Optimism along with many of her greatest hits. The special, filmed in London on October
Selena Gomez announces engagement to Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez has announced her engagement to music producer Benny Blanco after more than one year of dating, sharing the happy news in a social media post showcasing her oval-shaped engagement ring with the caption: “forever begins
Russia's latest assault on Ukraine: What you need to know

Russia’s missile and drone attack on Ukraine targets energy infrastructure as President Zelenskyy calls for international unity
Jack White reveals ‘No Name’ World tour dates

Jack White has embarked on a global headlining tour in support of his new album, No Name. The album was recently honored with a 2025 Grammy Award nomination for Best Rock Album – White’s 34th solo career
Dick Vitale says he's cancer-free

The Basketball Hall of Famer had surgery to remove cancerous lymph nodes from his neck. He was previously treated for melanoma and lymphoma, and had radiation treatments last year for vocal cord cancer.
Expanded College Football Playoff field draws more betting attention

“These teams get hot and people just want to have a flyer on them,” a betting manager says. “They don’t want to be standing there and not have a ticket on some of these long-shot teams.”