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Here’s how much Patriots value has soared in Bill Belichick’s 24 seasons

Amazon is laying off several hundred employees in its streaming and studio operations as the company looks to shift its investments. Getty Images

Amazon to lay off hundreds in studios, Twitch division

U.S. forces take down a barrage of missiles and drones in what is being called a "complex attack" by Houthi militants. AP Images

U.S. shoots down missiles, drones in largest Houthi attack in Red Sea: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 10, 2024

CES 2024 showcased cutting-edge tech, highlighting Sony's AFEELA car controlled by a PlayStation controller and LG's transparent TV. Reuters

From AI-controlled cars to transparent OLED TVs: Top innovations at CES 2024

Following months of speculation, Tiger Woods has announced that the partnership between him and Nike is ending after 27 years. Getty Images

Tiger Woods and Nike part ways after 27 years

A Wall Street Journal report alleges that Musk has used illegal drugs for years, and it is concerning executives at SpaceX and Tesla. Getty Images

Musk denies drug use reports amid SpaceX, Tesla executives’ concern

Experts once quoted the value of CFP expansion playoff rights at north of $2 billion. "A lot has changed in the traditional media business since then." Getty Images

$2 billion for CFP playoff TV rights? Expectations may need to be ‘tempered’

Wayne LaPierre, the longstanding leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA), announced his resignation on Friday Jan. 5, anticipating an impending corruption trial in New York scrutinizing his leadership. LaPierre held the position of Executive Vice President and CEO at the NRA since 1991. Associated Press

NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre resigns ahead of corruption trial

The CFP expansion still faces uncertainty. How much should conference champions matter following Pac-12's implosion? Should players get compensated? Getty Images

CFP expansion means more games and money. Will players get a cut?

Carrefour, a French-based supermarket with more than 14,000 stores worldwide is pulling some Pepsi and Lays products from 9,000 stores. Reuters

Global supermarket giant pulls Pepsi products from shelves over prices

Eli Lilly is now the first pharmaceutical company to provide direct, online sales of a weight loss drug through their website LillyDirect. LifeMD

Eli Lilly allows direct sales of weight loss drug Zepbound, an industry first

The U.S. Secretary of State is set for another trip to the Middle East as recent developments prompt fears of the war spreading. Reuters

Blinken visits Middle East amid fears of war spreading: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 5, 2024

Bill Granger, the Australian chef behind avocado toast, died at 54. Did his expensive breakfast treat ruin millennials' homeownership chances? Getty Images

He aimed to serve a delicious breakfast. Instead he fueled a generation war.

The Panama Canal Authority imposed unprecedented transit restrictions amid rising Red Sea attacks impacting global shipping operations. AP Images

Panama Canal water shortages lead to historic shipping restrictions

The leader of South Korea's opposition Democratic party continues to recover this morning after being wounded in a stabbing on a livestream. Reuters

South Korean opposition leader stabbed, attacker arrested as cameras record: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 2, 2024

After 95 years, the first iteration of Mickey Mouse enters the public domain, opening a world of reimagining Disney's mascot. Disney

Step aside, Disney: Mickey Mouse belongs to all of us now, sort of

A federal appeals court has blocked an import ban on Apple Watches as a patent dispute with medical device company Masimo plays out. Reuters

Back in stock: Court blocks import ban on Apple Watches

The Colorado Republican Party is appealing the ruling by the state's high court that bars former President Trump from running again. AP

Colorado GOP appeals ruling barring Trump from 2024 ballot: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 28, 2023

U.S. officials have made it difficult for cheaper Chinese EVs to get into the American auto market, but Beijing is trying to break through. AP Images

Could cheaper Chinese EVs make their way into the US auto market?

The New York Times is suing Microsoft and OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement, claiming they used its content to train chatbots. Reuters

NYT sues OpenAI, Microsoft for alleged copyright infringement

U.S. officials are set to speak with the Mexican government on Wednesday over the rise in migrants reaching the U.S. southern border. Reuters

US, Mexico to meet as migrants flood southern border: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 27, 2023

The United States has fired retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed militia groups in Iraq following a drone attack. AP Images

US strikes Iran-backed groups after drone attack on servicemembers in Iraq: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 26, 2023

The Biden administration wants more EVs on American roadways, just not Chinese-made models. The White House is now weighing tariff increases. Getty Images

Biden administration weighs tariff increase on Chinese-made EVs

Eighty-nine percent of pet owners say they will spend money on them to maximize holiday joy. Here are the 2023 holiday pet spending trends.

Pet spending is off the charts in 2023. Here are 5 holiday splurges