Conan O’Brien reflects on the lives and legacies of his parents, Dr. Thomas O’Brien and Ruth Reardon O’Brien, who passed away within days of each other in December 2024. The couple, married for 66 years, were celebrated for their remarkable careers and dedication to their family.

President Donald Trump's visit to Pacific Palisades, California, highlighted the challenges of wildfire recovery and the political tensions surrounding federal disaster aid, including a tense exchange with Democratic Congressman Brad Sherman.

American Express introduces a limited-time offer for its Rewards Multiplier and Member Get Member programs, allowing cardholders to earn accelerated Membership Rewards points on eligible purchases and referrals from January to February 2025.

After nearly 14 years in the UFC, Tony Ferguson has signed with the newly formed Global Fight League (GFL), marking a new chapter in his MMA career. Despite a challenging eight-fight losing streak, Ferguson remains committed to competing. GFL, which offers a fighter-first business model, has also signed other high-profile MMA veterans.

A 21-year-old woman from Washington state, Teresa Youngblut, has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of U.S. Border Patrol Agent David Maland during a traffic stop in Vermont. The incident also resulted in the death of Felix Baukholt, a German national traveling with Youngblut.

The 2025 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines was marked by tough conditions and multiple player withdrawals, including 2023 champion Max Homa, due to illness and brutal gusting winds. Defending champion Matthieu Pavon struggled, missing the cut, while Ludvig Åberg and Lanto Griffin led the tournament.

Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, is making strides in the G League while facing challenges and decisions in his early basketball career, including declining NBA All-Star Weekend events.

Major U.S. companies like Target, Walmart, Meta, and McDonald’s are reducing their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives due to increasing political and legal pressures, influenced by the Trump administration's stance against DEI programs.

Conan O’Brien, set to host the 2025 Oscars, faces the challenge of preparing for the event amidst the devastation of Los Angeles wildfires. Despite personal impacts, including the loss of his assistant's home, O’Brien aims to deliver a ceremony that respects the community's resilience and celebrates cinematic achievements.

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell voted against Pete Hegseth's confirmation as Secretary of Defense, citing concerns over qualifications and global threats, leading to a tie-breaking vote by Vice President JD Vance.