January 2026

The Allstate Sugar Bowl doubles as a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, with No. 6 Ole Miss facing No. 3 Georgia in New Orleans. The Bulldogs earned a top seed after winning the SEC Championship and the winner of this match-up moves on to the semifinals, keeping their national title hopes alive.

The 112th Rose Bowl will be played as a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, pitting No. 1 Indiana against No. 9 Alabama in Pasadena. It’s the oldest bowl game and kicks off all the New Year’s Day action. This year, both teams are vying to advance to the CFP semifinals in the expanded 12-team playoff.

The Capital One Orange Bowl hosts No. 5 Oregon against. No. 4 Texas Tech as another College Football Playoff quarterfinal. Played at Hard Rock Stadium, the winner advances to the CFP semifinals. Expect high stakes, big plays, and postseason momentum on the line.

Today marks Public Domain Day, when copyrighted works expire and can be reused without permission or fees. This year’s entries include Betty Boop, Nancy Drew, the first Agatha Christie Miss Marple mystery, The Maltese Falcon, and Swallows and Amazons. Translation: Anyone can adapt, remix, publish, or build on these classics — legally.

The Rangers and Panthers face off in the 2026 NHL Winter Classic — the first NHL outdoor game ever held in Florida. Consider our curiosity piqued.

Tonight’s full moon — called the Wolf Moon — will appear larger and brighter because it’s at its closest point to Earth. Perfect for skywatching after dark. Look east around moonrise for the best view.