The past year saw dozens of national headlines hit close to home, from canceled grants to federal funding cuts, protests against local, state, and congressional lawmakers to ICE raids.

Some companies are keeping remote work policies even as other firms call people back to the office. Companies like Atlassian, Dropbox, and Deel report increased job applicants and retention rates.

As New York City prepares for the 2026 New Year's Eve ball drop in Times Square, it's time to test your knowledge about the holiday tradition. Here's a closer look at how it all comes together, plus a ...

Notable: Seattle is up to 54% to earn the No. 1 seed after beating the Panthers on Sunday, according to The Athletic's playoff predictor. If they beat the Niners on Saturday night, they'll win the No.