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Shohei Ohtani free agency frenzy sets internet ablaze with viral plane speculation

Superstar free agent Shohei Ohtani was rumored to be en route to Toronto on Friday to meet, and maybe sign, with the Blue Jays, but further reports debunked it all.

Wisconsin university system reaches deal with Republicans that would scale back diversity positions

The Universities of Wisconsin and Assembly Republican Speaker Robin Vos have reached a sweeping deal that would freeze hiring for diversity positions across the system in exchange for lawmakers approving employee pay raises and funding for a new engineering building at the flagship campus.

Pregnant Kentucky woman sues over state's two abortion bans

The lawsuit was filed in state court on behalf of an anonymous woman using the pseudonym Jane Doe, who is about eight weeks pregnant and can’t legally obtain an abortion in her home state.

DoorDash reveals top-ordered food for 2023

As the new year approaches, DoorDash shared a glimpse into delivery orders’ pasts in its 2023 trend report.

El Niño predicted to flood both coasts: How San Diego could be impacted

There's elevated risk of flooding along the west and east coasts this winter, but for different reasons, according to NASA scientists.

Cantaloupe sold at Florida Sprouts and Trader Joe's stores recalled over salmonella concerns

The products involved in the recall have expired, but consumers may have frozen them for use at a later date.

FTC opens inquiry of Chevron-Hess merger, marking second review this week of major oil industry deal

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Chevron's acquisition of Hess oil company, the second inquiry the independent agency has opened this week of a major oil industry merger.

Around the world

At COP28, pageantry is over and negotiations get intense; 'It's go time' to save planet in peril

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Teams of veteran negotiators fanned out Friday at the United Nations climate conference with orders to get the strongest, most ambitious agreements possible, especially on the central issue of the fading future of fossil fuels for a dangerously warming planet.

A rocket attack targets the US Embassy in Baghdad, causing minor damage but no casualties

BAGHDAD (AP) — A rocket attack on the sprawling U.S. Embassy in Baghdad caused minor damage but no casualties on Friday morning, U.S. and Iraqi officials said.

Prosecutors in Guatemala ask court to lift president-elect's immunity; OAS cites 'coup attempt'

Bernardo Arevalo is slated to assume office on January 14, but prosecutors have repeatedly requested to lift his immunity from prosecution; allegations of irregularities in signatures have emerged.

Senate Republicans block Ukraine, Israel funding bill

Senate Republicans on Wednesday blocked a bill to provide aid to Ukraine and Israel over a lack of border provisions in the measure. Senators voted 49-51, failing to reach the 60-vote threshold that would allow the proposal to come up for consideration. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.

'Oppenheimer' will get a theatrical release in Japan, after all

“Oppenheimer” will get a theatrical release in Japan, after all. The Japanese distributor Bitters End said Thursday that the Christopher Nolan film will play in the country’s theaters in 2024.

Mexico detains 2 Iranians being monitored by FBI

Mexican immigration authorities have reportedly detained five Iranian nationals, two of whom they claim were under observation by the FBI.

Palestinian President Abbas says US is the 'only power' capable of ordering Israel to end the war

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas told Reuters that the U.S. is the "only power" capable of "ordering Israel" to stop the conflict in Gaza.

Technology

2023 was an ‘extinction’ level year for tech startups. Where did all the money go?

Venture capital funding for startups across the globe has fallen by more than half since last year– the annual fundraising figure for 2023 is pacing towards its lowest level since 2015.

Baldur's Gate, The Legend of Zelda and Cocoon shine brightest in a stellar year for video games

It’s been a terrific year for video games. Developers hit their stride on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox X/S consoles, unleashing massive adventures big enough to satisfy gamers for weeks. The Switch is at the end of its lifespan, but Nintendo debuted two spectacular games on its way out.

Microsoft, OpenAI partnership under scrutiny from UK competition regulator  

The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is starting an initial review of Microsoft’s partnership with ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, the agency announced Friday.

Spotify axes 17% of workforce in third round of layoffs this year

LONDON (AP) — Spotify says it's axing 17% of its global workforce, the music streaming service's third round of layoffs this year as it moves to slash costs while focusing on becoming profitable.

10 signs your identity has been compromised

Identity theft affects more than 1 million Americans every year. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson offers 10 signs that your identity has been compromised.

Reddit moderators, Yelp warn SCOTUS of real-world dangers of GOP social media laws

Groups urging the Supreme Court to invalidate Republican-backed social media laws are looking to strike a chord with the justices by bringing forward some familiar — and potent — examples.

Tesla fined for Fremont worker pinned in car on conveyor belt

Tesla Inc. has been cited by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health for four safety violations after an employee was seriously injured when she got stuck in a Model Y at the company’s East Bay factory earlier this year.

Sports News

Longtime NFL kicker Robbie Gould retires after 18-year career

(AP) -- Longtime NFL kicker Robbie Gould is retiring following an 18-year career that established him as one of the game's best in the clutch. Gould announced his retirement on The Player's Tribune on Thursday.

Carly Dockendorf named Red Rocks head coach

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - Carly Dockendort has been named the new head coach of the University of Utah gymnastics team, replacing Tom Farden, who parted ways with the Red Rocks last month.

Haney-Prograis fight sells out Chase Center in SF's first title bout in years

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- San Francisco has not hosted a world title fight in well over a decade. Fight fans in the city are finally getting one this Saturday, Dec. 9 when Bay Area native Devin Haney squares off against Regis Prograis at Chase Center.

Steelers' George Pickens faces criticism after frustrations boil over during upset loss to Patriots

The Steelers kicked off Week 14 by hosting the struggling New England Patriots. Pittsburgh ultimately suffered an unlikely loss — much to George Pickens dismay.

Sean McDermott says he feels support from team as he again addresses 9/11 hijacker comments

Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott says he recognizes his mistakes while also noting he still has the support of the team in light of a questionable comparison he made four years ago in crediting the 9/11 hijackers for their coordination.

Padres' Soto, Grisham traded to Yankees

San Diego Padres outfielders Juan Soto and Trent Grisham have been traded to the New York Yankees, according to the team.

Oakland Ballers schedule for 2024 announced

(KRON) -- Oakland's newest professional sports team has announced the schedule for its inaugural season. The Oakland Ballers baseball team, which will play in the Pioneer League, will play 96 games in a season split into two 48-game halves, the team announced Monday.

Politics News

DeSantis calls for one-on-one faceoff with Haley, with future GOP debates unclear

It's unclear when or where Republican presidential candidates will debate next — or how many of them there will be. But Ron DeSantis wants a head-to-head clash with Nikki Haley, and he might get that chance.

Former President Trump skips Republican presidential debate for fundraiser

NEW YORK (PIX11) – Several leading Republican contenders for president will make their case Wednesday night in a NewsNation primary debate.

Top White House cyber aide says recent Iran hack on water system is call to tighten cybersecurity

WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House national security official said recent cyber attacks by Iranian hackers on U.S.

House votes to censure Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pulling fire alarm

Since January, the chamber has seen the removal of a member from a committee, the first ouster of a speaker in history and the expulsion of a lawmaker for only the third time since the Civil War.

Dems want to focus on abortion rights. A Trump ally may have just helped.

A Texas case underscores the legal and ethical gray areas physicians have faced since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

New poll shows widening gap in California's U.S. Senate race

A new poll shows U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff with a five-point lead in California's race to succeed the late Dianne Feinstein in the U.S. Senate.

Biden heads to Las Vegas to showcase $8.2B for 10 major rail projects around the country

LAS VEGAS (AP) — President Joe Biden went to Las Vegas to showcase $8.2 billion in funding for 10 major passenger rail projects across the country, including to spur work on high-speed, electric train routes that could one day link Nevada and California, as well as Los Angeles and San Francisco.