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Baldur's Gate 3 director weighs in on cheaper Xbox Game Pass tiers Microsoft is considering ? "I don't think race to the bottom needs a renaissance"
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:30:10 +0000
As Microsoft's new Xbox CEO considers making Xbox Game Pass more affordable with "lower-priced tiers," one executive dev says he thinks that's a bad idea.

The ?Avengers? of Windows app development are assembling to fix Windows 11
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:11:04 +0000
Legendary developer Rudy Huyn is picking a new team to improve the Windows 11 app experience.

STALKER 2 just got a big Xbox feature ahead of its new Cost of Hope DLC ? new details about the expansion have me excited to return to The Zone
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:43:31 +0000
Ahead of STALKER 2's newly announced Cost of Hope DLC expansion coming out this summer, the game now fully supports Xbox Play Anywhere on Xbox and PC.

Hunters of 2-in-1 laptops with stylus pen support for crafting digital art are in luck ? this solid 3K AMOLED PC will fit your needs at a 29% discount
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:24:31 +0000
The Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 is a favorable 2-in-1 laptop with a detailed 3K AMOLED display, a high-performance Lunar Lake Intel Core Ultra Series 2 CPU, and additional features for work and personal use. It's also now available for a 29% discount courtesy of the Amazon Spring Sale.

Qualcomm-based PC sales have "experienced explosive growth," according to a new report ? and the platform could save a struggling entry-level PC gaming market
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:20:12 +0000
In the future, ARM-based PCs could save the day for entry-level and mid-range PC gamers. I'm not sure I believe it, but that's exactly what this recent analyst report suggests.

OpenAI Sora dead, new funding "Ponzi scheme" ... is the end of OpenAI nigh, and will Microsoft end up picking up the pieces?
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:11:58 +0000
OpenAI looks increasingly chaotic, as it shutters various projects and restructures in ongoing, increasingly fruitless-looking attempts to become profitable.

The Expanse: Osiris Reborn's new trailer reveals gameplay, release date, and best test ? it's also confirmed for Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:35:56 +0000
One of the biggest highlights of the March 2026 Xbox Partner Preview event was the trailer for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, as it showcased its gameplay along with dates for its upcoming full release and Xbox Series X|S beta test.

Wuthering Waves has been confirmed for Xbox and Xbox Game Pass ? this popular Genshin Impact-like action-RPG will also be an Xbox Play Anywhere title
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:07:00 +0000
During the March 2026 Xbox Partner Showcase, the popular free-to-play action RPG, Wuthering Waves, made an appearance to announce that it's coming to Xbox with benefits exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Members.

Everything announced at the Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 ? SEGA, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Play Anywhere, and more
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:59:21 +0000
Another Xbox Partner Preview showcase has come, giving us a closer look at new Xbox and PC games and updates coming from Microsoft's game dev partners.

Right now is a terrible time to buy a Microsoft Surface ? here's why
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:49:27 +0000
Microsoft?s current Surface lineup is caught between aging 2024 internals and the disruptive $599 MacBook Neo. If you want the best value, you have to wait for the Spring refresh.

Hands-on with the new Windows 11 Feedback Hub: What actually changed
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:50:39 +0000
Microsoft updates Feedback Hub on Windows 11 with a new UI, streamlined feedback tools, and improved transparency for users and Insiders.

Microsoft provides much needed update on Windows 11's dark mode in refreshing moment of transparency
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:43:20 +0000
Microsoft's head of design and research for Windows has provided an update on the progress of Windows 11's incomplete dark mode, confirming that tooling is being put in place to make dark mode more consistent across the OS.

AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition chip is official ? 208MB of cache, 200W TDP, and a huge boost to gaming and productivity performance
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:31:24 +0000
AMD has just revealed a new Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition desktop CPU with 208MB of total cache, making it the new most powerful chip for gaming and productivity in Team Red's arsenal.

Samsung Browser finally launches on Windows ? a dark horse pick for your next browser
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:33:44 +0000
Samsung Browser is now available for Windows. It connects your mobile and PC browsing with several features and integrates a new AI tool powered by Perplexity.

The $30 Xbox Game Pass problem could be fixed without dropping the price
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Subscription fatigue is real, and at $360 a year, Game Pass Ultimate is a major culprit. However, the grapevine suggests a major shake-up is coming under new leadership. If Xbox wants my $30, they need to stop giving me what they want to sell and start giving me what I actually play.

Spire, Gabehart and Gibbs await key decision from Judge
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:31:24 +0000
Judge Susan C. Rodriguez of the Western District of North Carolina heard arguments from all parties involved in the Joe Gibbs Racing vs Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports case on Thursday but ultimately did not render a preliminary injunction ruling.
Specifically, Joe Gibbs Racing is seeking an injunction from the court that would prevent Gabehart from working for Spire in any function ...Keep reading

Joe Gibbs Racing accuses Chris Gabehart of deleting relevant texts before lawsuit
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:04:33 +0000
In a Wednesday night legal filing, Joe Gibbs Racing says Chris Gabehart was not able to entirely comply with the expedited discovery order issued by the Western District of North Carolina due to text messages he deleted prior to the lawsuit brought against him.
Additionally, JGR believes it has been able to construct a narrative that shows its former competition director ?immediately ...Keep reading

Darius Rucker becomes NASCAR team owner, partnering with Legacy Motor Club
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:36:13 +0000
Rucker joins an ownership group that includes seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson and Knighthead Capital Management. NASCAR legend Richard Petty, who owned the team before it morphed into Legacy, now works as a team ambassador. 
The acclaimed country singer and Hootie & the Blowfish frontman announced this on the Dan Patrick Show, noting how he has loved NASCAR for years. He is a ...Keep reading

NASCAR isn't the only reason drivers reconsider fighting
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:56:43 +0000
In real time, upon leaving the infield care center at Darlington Raceway on Friday night, Ben Rhodes wanted to find Tyler Ankrum after the NASCAR Truck Series race to express some displeasure with some fisticuffs but quickly thought better of it.
?So, yeah, I would love to go get myself a penalty and fight right now, but that's $75,000, so we won't be doing that,? Rhodes said. ?Yeah ...Keep reading

How about a 750 horsepower package for NASCAR intermediates too?
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:06:22 +0000
When asked about the potential of using the 750 horsepower tapered spacer on intermediate tracks in addition to its return to short tracks this season, Joey Logano looked as if he had been asked the stupidest question in the world.
Of course he wants more power, literally everywhere
?I want more falloff,? Logano said with the most indignation in the world. ?I mean, more fall off puts ...Keep reading

Denny Hamlin explains how 23XI is beating JGR with their own data
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:41:02 +0000
Denny Hamlin has said this frequently but his 23XI Racing team and Joe Gibbs Racing are true alliance partners as part of the $8 million a year the former pays to the latter in exchange for all technical data.
But Hamlin says, and he did again on Monday on his Actions Detrimental podcast, that the information flow goes both ways.
?We're always privy to what they're doing as well as they ...Keep reading

Winners and losers from NASCAR's first Darlington race of 2026
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:24:46 +0000
Daytona, Atlanta, COTA, and now Darlington. 23XI Racing's Tyler Reddick is driving away with the championship lead, and in this age of parity, a win record like that is nearly unheard of.
But 23XI wasn't the only team that turned heads on Sunday, with RFK and Spire both showing good pace, while titans like HMS and JGR lagged behind. 
36 of the 37 starters finished Sunday's race, but there ...Keep reading

Cup drivers say new package is directionally positive at Darlington
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:46:17 +0000
When it comes to the debut of the new short track package at Darlington Raceway, there might be a Venn Diagram overlap between those who had really good cars and those who felt like it improved the racing.
As a result, there may also be a similar overlap for the opposite.  
Ultimately, most drivers said the increased horsepower and reduced downforce configuration did not fundamentally ...Keep reading

Tyler Reddick and 23XI on a 'dream run' to start NASCAR season
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:05:18 +0000
This isn?t supposed to happen anymore.
With the introduction of the NextGen car in 2022, a single-source supplied spec car, the conviction was that no one would be able to dominate modern Cup Series campaigns the way Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson or Kyle Larson had back in the day.
Parity!
There have been just six races, of course, but Tyler Reddick, Billy Scott and the 23XI Racing No. 45 ...Keep reading

Rubio meets G7 ministers in France as US leads on Iran ? allies under fire for tepid response
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:13:39 GMT
Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads into the G7 foreign ministers meeting in France saying U.S. priorities come first, as European allies push for a diplomatic solution on Iran.

New Jersey middle school teacher charged with child sex assault after alleged sexual relationship with student
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:19:48 GMT
A former New Jersey middle school teacher faces multiple charges after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a student in 2021.

Appeals court pauses orders limiting federal agents' use of tear gas at protests near Portland ICE building
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:14:27 GMT
An appeals court paused two lower court rulings that limited tear gas use on protesters outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Portland.

Indiana coach Cignetti sends message to star transfer with pre-practice dress code lesson
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:54:38 GMT
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti said his staff has more work to do with its transfer class, noting he called out wide receiver Nick Marsh over gold shoes prior to spring practice.

Trump says Iranian protesters being ?shot by snipers,? voices support for people under regime
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:49:32 GMT
President tells "The Five" the Iranian regime uses snipers to suppress protests, drawing a distinction between Iran's leadership and its people amid Operation Epic Fury.

Climate executive warns California ?functionally bankrupt,? $1T shortfall could shake nation
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:30:28 GMT
Climate entrepreneur David Friedberg warned California is ?functionally bankrupt," citing pension liabilities, legal limits, and spending concerns in a recent interview.

United jet dodges Black Hawk in last-second maneuver over California airport: 'That was not good'
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:29:31 GMT
The FAA is investigating a close call between a United Airlines Boeing 737 and a Black Hawk helicopter at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California.

DHS arrests 5 illegal immigrants convicted of violent crimes including manslaughter, child assault
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:28:44 GMT
ICE arrested five illegal immigrants convicted of manslaughter, child sexual assault, and carjacking, according to DHS Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis.

Trump praises San Francisco mayor for 'trying very hard' to improve city after moderates took over leadership
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:00:48 GMT
President Donald Trump says San Francisco has tremendous potential and claims federal tools could solve the city's crime problems faster than local leadership can.

Former Eagles star Brent Celek?s ex-wife reveals relationship with another ex-Philadelphia player
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:49:04 GMT
Susie Celek, ex-wife of retired Eagles tight end Brent Celek, went public on social media with her relationship with former Philadelphia player Hollis Thomas.

State Department reveals world's most dangerous countries for Americans
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:34:18 GMT
Americans face risks of "arbitrary arrests" and kidnapping abroad amid State Department warnings for the Middle East, Mexico and Iran-linked threats.

Doctor?s bloodied wife seen in bodycam after screaming for help from husband?s alleged attack
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:15:04 GMT
Bodycam footage shown at an attempted murder trial in Maui captured Arielle Konig bloodied on a trail. Prosecutors allege her doctor husband attacked her.

Taylor Swift stuns at iHeartRadio Music Awards; Jason and Brittany Aldean turn heads during date night
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:03:25 GMT
Stars like Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean, Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy lit up the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards red carpet at the Dolby Theater in style.

Newsom team mocks 'conservative snowflakes' after gay dating app insults spark homophobia claims
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:41 GMT
Critics accused Gov. Gavin Newsom's office of using Grindr references as a homophobic slur against conservative commentator Benny Johnson amid a California fraud dispute.

Trump speaks out on Iran's execution of 19-year-old wrestler Saleh Mohammadi
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:57:44 GMT
President Donald Trump addressed Iran's reported execution of 19-year-old wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, saying he was killed for speaking against the regime.

NASCAR suspends Daniel Dye after livestream mockery of IndyCar's David Malukas
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:15:06 GMT
Dye used voices that made inferences about Malukas? sexuality, and he mimicked Malukas? voice at one point.

Kyle Kirkwood wins another IndyCar street race, this one to be first winner in Arlington
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:42:18 GMT
Kirkwood made an aggressive pass below four-time series champion Alex Palou with 15 laps to go and stayed in front the rest of the way.

Marcus Ericsson scores maiden IndyCar pole in Arlington Grand Prix qualifying
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:57:36 GMT
It was Ericsson's first pole in his 117th IndyCar start and his first pole in general since the 2013 GP2 feature race at Silverstone.

Red flag at IndyCar practice after workers spotted on temporary Texas street course
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:54:34 GMT
The television broadcast showed the trio of workers who appeared to be part of a catering crew.

Roger Penske's Texas-sized 'playground' in Jerry Jones' neighborhood is IndyCar's new street course
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:59:19 GMT
The Grand Prix of Arlington is the first of three new street races on the IndyCar schedule this season. It is also the start of a multiyear deal in North Texas.

IndyCar rookie Caio Collet helps Doug Boles mail out 'blue envelopes' containing Indy 500 tickets
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:07:07 GMT
The blue envelopes were shipped to all 50 U.S. states, including the District of Columbia, as well as 32 other countries around the world.

Conor Daly joins Dreyer and Reinbold Racing for 110th Indianapolis 500
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:55:33 GMT
The Noblesville native will attempt to make his 13th start in the Indianapolis 500 as he returns to the Indianapolis-based team where he finished top-10 in 2024.

IndyCar unveils course on the National Mall for Freedom 250 celebrating America?s birthday
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:07:01 GMT
The race weekend is free and open to the public August 22-23, 2026.

Indy 500 parking and camping sold out: Here are some travel options
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:57:58 GMT
Race Day for the 110th Indy 500 is set to impress, with parking and camping sold out nearly a month earlier than last year. Here are some travel options!

Josef Newgarden wins at Phoenix and moves atop the IndyCar standings
Sat, 07 Mar 2026 23:32:14 GMT
Newgarden's victory continued what could be a Team Penske sweep at Phoenix after Joey Logano won the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday.

David Malukas scores maiden IndyCar pole in Phoenix qualifying; Schumacher qualifies 4th for first oval start
Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:19:00 GMT
Team Penske locked out the front row for Saturday's race while Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing drivers occupy the second row.

The Palou Show | Defending IndyCar champ wins season-opener in St. Petersburg
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:27:15 GMT
The victory was Palou's 20th of his career and also marked his 45th podium finish in 99 starts.

Mick Schumacher's IndyCar debut ends in crash at Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:51:53 GMT
Schumacher didn't even get to complete a full lap in Sunday's season-opening IndyCar race on the streets of St. Petersburg.

McLaughlin earns pole for IndyCar opener in St. Petersburg as Grosjean, rookie teammate Hauger make 'Fast Six'
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 02:16:59 GMT
McLaughlin, coming off a winless season in 2025, won his second straight pole on the streets of St. Pete after narrowly beating out Marcus Ericsson for the top spot.

Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12 million ruling
Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:14:34 GMT
McLaren was initially seeking closer to $30 million and said after the ruling it would still pursue legal fees from Palou.

Indy 500 veteran Simona de Silvestro turns to speed of Olympic bobsleigh
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:17:40 GMT
The 2010 Indy 500 Rookie of the Year is competing in two events at the Milan Cortina Games.

Romain Grosjean rejoins Dale Coyne Racing, returns to full-time IndyCar competition
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:12:52 GMT
?Grosjean will drive the No. 18 Honda and be partnered with 2025 Indy NXT champion and IndyCar rookie Dennis Hauger.

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How every Sweet 16 game was won Thursday -- and each winner's keys to Elite Eight
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:08:04 EST
Arizona, Illinois, Iowa and Purdue are moving on. Here's how they advanced -- and how they can do it again.

Arizona rolls, hands Calipari worst tourney loss
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:33 EST
Arizona finally got over the Sweet 16 hurdle under coach Tommy Lloyd, getting 23 points from Brayden Burries and a dominant offensive effort in a 109-88 win over Arkansas on Thursday night in the NCAA tournament.

Tucker getting into groove as Dodgers win opener
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Kyle Tucker padded the Dodgers' lead as Los Angeles drubbed the Diamondbacks to begin their three-peat quest.

Phils' Bohm accuses parents of siphoning money
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm has sued his parents for millions of dollars, alleging they moved large amounts of his money into financial accounts they managed for him and then used some of the cash to pay their own expenses.

Gervin irked QB Williams filed 'Iceman' trademark
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Former NBA star George Gervin said he was "caught off guard" when he learned Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had attempted to trademark "Iceman," a nickname Gervin has used since his playing days.

Illini defense gets tough to oust No. 2 Houston
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Illinois held Houston to just 34% shooting in its lowest-scoring game of the season, as the Fighting Illini won 65-55 to advance to the Elite Eight.

Huskers' Hoiberg shoulders personnel blunder
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Coach Fred Hoiberg said a late-game blunder that left his team with only four players on the court before a critical three-point play in the final minute of Thursday night's loss to Iowa in the Sweet 16 was his fault.

Capitals' Ovechkin notches 34th career hat trick
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Alex Ovechkin had his 34th career hat trick in the Capitals' 7-4 win over the Mammoth on Thursday.

Kaufman-Renn's tip-in sends Purdue into Elite 8
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:32 EST
Trey Kaufman-Renn tipped in a bucket with 0.7 seconds left, giving Purdue a 79-77 win over Texas in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament.

? NFL draft: Biggest needs for all 32 teams
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:55:33 EST
Our NFL reporters listed the top three positional needs for all 32 teams ahead of April's draft, and our draft experts found non-Round 1 fits to fill them.

Everything you need for Opening Day: Analysis, results from all of Thursday's games
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:58:01 EST
Baseball is back! Here's your one-stop shop for all of the season-opening action.

Predicting the 2026 season, from the playoffs and World Series to MVP and Cy Young
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:58:01 EST
Can the Dodgers three-peat? Will Skubal and Skenes win another Cy Young? Our experts make their predictions.

Updated NBA rookie rankings: Why the ROY race is all but over
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:15:28 EST
Where do the NBA's top rookies stack up with a few weeks left in the regular season? We stacked the top 10.

'Changing of the guard': Cole Hutson poised to take big role in next wave for the Capitals
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:08:45 EST
When the new era of Caps hockey begins, the young defenseman will be at the forefront.

Ranking the 25 best players in the women's Sweet 16
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:06:56 EST
Kymora Johnson from 10-seed Virginia is one of seven new players in our Sweet 16 ranking.

'It's all or nothing': UCLA veterans ready for final NCAA title run
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:06:55 EST
Lauren Betts and her teammates have unfinished business since falling short at the Final Four a year ago.

Lunardi: Want Cinderella back? Set an NCAA tournament eligibility floor
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:26:04 EST
The blame for Cinderella's demise is misplaced. Here's why we haven't seen her -- and how we can get her back.

Spiky and unforgettable, Wales went 'full gas' but paid the price
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:38:41 EST
Wales scrapped for every inch of the pitch against Bosnia and Herzegovina, but in the end, it wasn't enough to save their World Cup dream.

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Severe storms on Jupiter can produce lightning 100 times more powerful than on Earth
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:01:01 -0400
Our solar system is full of phenomena that push humans to keep exploring the universe. Jupiter has humongous storms, some of which last for centuries, which include lightning strikes that are 100 times more powerful than on Earth.

Large whale found dead after washing ashore on New York City beach
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:12:27 -0400
A dead whale was found on a beach in Queens on Thursday, just a few days after its body was seen floating south of Long Island, New York.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale drops these flashlights to their lowest prices ? from $17
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:49:37 -0400
Prepare for potential spring thunderstorm blackouts with Amazon's Big Spring Sale flashlight deals, with discounts up to 50% off.

Grand Canyon National Park announces North Rim reopening as Dragon Bravo Fire recovery continues
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:26 -0400
Grand Canyon National Park plans to reopen parts of the North Rim to visitors in mid-May, as it continues to recover from the Dragon Bravo Fire in July 2025.

National Mall cherry blooms reach peak bloom early due to warmer-than-average Spring temperatures
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:06:31 -0400
Originally projected for March 29 through April 1, a burst of spring warmth helped push the blossoms ahead of schedule.

How El Niño could help bust Florida's historic drought, despite limited short-term relief
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:49:08 -0400
Although there's limited short-term relief expected for Florida's ongoing drought, the worst since 2001, a brewing El Niño could intensify the state's wet season sometime this summer.

Watch: Deputies rescue 11 passengers after boat capsizes off Florida beach, 2 with minor injuries
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:56:25 -0400
Through the diligent efforts of the Lee County Sheriff?s Office Marine Unit, the U.S. Coast Guard and several good Samaritans, 11 people have been safely rescued from the ocean after the boat they were capsized Tuesday.

April skywatching guide: See the first full Moon of spring, spot Mercury, marvel at a meteor shower and more
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:20:47 -0400
As spring settles in, April brings a lineup of celestial events that make it an ideal month to spend a little more time looking up!

50M impacted by damaging hail and tornado warnings as severe storms ramped up across Midwest, Ohio Valley
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:26:14 -0400
Nearly 50 million people were in the path of intense severe storms that were ramped up across parts of the Midwest and Ohio Valley with significant hail, damaging wind gusts and possible tornadoes, as a cold front continues to push through the region, leaving winter-like temperatures in its wake.

To study California?s largest active volcano, scientists first have to climb it
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:12:35 -0400
Mount Shasta presents a unique challenge that most other active volcanoes don't for USGS scientists. The only place to sample is near the summit of the active volcano located above 14,000-feet, meaning that scientists must also double as mountain climbers.

Dramatic temperature swings expected to impact the U.S., with some cities expected to see 50-degree drops
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:47:21 -0400
According to FOX Forecast Center, ahead of the cold front, a surge of warm and above-average temperatures will impact St. Louis, MO to New York City on Thursday. Some areas will reach the 70s and 80s. But as the blast of cold air moves in, those locations? temperatures will drop to the 40s and 30s.

See it: Injured hiker rescued by helicopter in North Carolina on Grandfather Trail
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:02:08 -0400
First responders were tasked with a tricky rescue involving an injured hiker at Macrae Creek in North Carolina on Sunday.

See it: NASA astronaut shares photo of egg-shaped object with tentacles growing on International Space Station
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:14:39 -0400
The internet went into a frenzy when a NASA astronaut shared a weird alien-looking photo on social media. The photo showed an object that was floating in the air and appeared to be purple, egg-shaped with tentacles spouting out of it.

See it: Explosion of pollen mistaken for grass fire on windy day in Iowa
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:13:53 -0400
Pollen season is here and while it's usually easy to recognize on trees or cars, sometimes looks can be deceiving, as video from Iowa showed.