Marc Cucurella, Wesley Fofana and Robert Sanchez are reported as potentially available after recent injuries; Cole Palmer completed 90 minutes in the draw with Manchester City.
Amad Diallo scored and set up a goal as Ivory Coast defeated Burkina Faso 3-0 at the Africa Cup of Nations, bringing his tournament total to three goals and an assist.
Newcastle host Leeds at St James' Park on 7 January 2026 (kick-off 20:15 GMT); Eddie Howe has several absentees and a predicted Newcastle XI is provided.
A study published in Facets finds that draining small wetlands across the Prairie Pothole Region is releasing large amounts of stored carbon and raising greenhouse gas emissions; the authors estimate over three million tonnes of CO2 are being released and draining adds about 8% more emissions per year, with an estimated $170 million in carbon pricing.
On the fifth anniversary of Jan. 6, there was no single official memorial and political leaders marked the day with separate events and competing hearings; Democrats reconvened a committee to hear testimony while some Republicans held private meetings and opened their own probes.
Winnipeg fell 4-3 in overtime to the Vegas Golden Knights, extending the Jets' losing streak to 10 games. Defenseman Haydn Fleury was transported to hospital and will stay overnight, the team reported.
Venezuela's military announced that at least 24 of its security officers were killed in a U.S. operation that captured Nicolás Maduro, raising the official death toll to at least 56; Venezuela's attorney general said prosecutors will investigate the deaths as a possible war crime.
Security forces in Uganda are reported to have used tear gas and other force at opposition rallies ahead of the Jan. 15 presidential election, and opposition leader Bobi Wine says at least three supporters have been killed.
B.C.'s Environmental Assessment Office approved amendments to extend Mount Milligan mine operations to 2035, with increased production and monitoring requirements; Nak'azdli Whut'en leaders say their environmental guardians will take part in oversight.
Michigan held on for a 74-72 road win over Penn State at the Bryce Jordan Center, extending its start to 14-0. Penn State mounted a late rally that ended when a potential game-winning 3 rimmed out as time expired.
