What to know this week

Stocks will enter the final month of 2024 near record highs as investors look to cap off what’s been another stellar year for US stocks. During last week’s holiday-shortened trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) rose more than 2%. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) and the S&P 500 (^GSPC) rose more than 1%. Both … Read more

£60k-a-week Leeds star who “struggled” vs Blackburn could quit Elland Road

Following a shock defeat against Blackburn Rovers, reports are now emerging that one Leeds United star who struggled against the Lancashire club could be heading for an Elland Road exit. Leeds transfer news The Whites have experienced the Championship at its best in the last week – though they wouldn’t have exactly enjoyed the swing … Read more

Truck hauling chickpeas bursts into flames in Death Valley National Park

A truck carrying 44,000 pounds of chickpeas burst into flames while driving through Death Valley National Park in California last month, park officials said Friday. The truck was descending Daylight Pass and Mud Canyon Road, which is closed to commercial truck traffic, when its brakes overheated and caused the truck to catch fire at around … Read more

We Found 80+ Best Cyber Monday Deals from Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy and More

While it’s true that Black Friday is technically over, there are still tons of deals alive and kicking off this cyber weekend. And whether you’re shopping yourself or tacking that never-ending holiday gift list, CNET’s experts are here to help. We’re still tracking all the best deals so you can ignore those that aren’t so great as well. … Read more

Real Madrid handed timely injury boost amid fitness crisis

Carlo Ancelotti offered a positive update amid the doom and gloom of Real Madrid’s current injury crisis, revealing Rodrygo would be available for Sunday’s league meeting with Getafe. The Italian coach has come under pressure. Madrid were brushed aside by Liverpool at Anfield in midweek, leaving their chances of automatically qualifying for the Champions League … Read more

Top Wall Street analysts pick 3 stocks for their attractive prospects

Rafael Enrique | Lightrocket | Getty Images Macroeconomic uncertainty and potential policy changes under the administration of President-elect Donald Trump have driven the stock market to new heights the past four weeks. But investors stand to benefit if they ignore short-term noise to focus instead on companies that can navigate challenges and deliver solid returns … Read more