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Best early Amazon Big Spring Sale headphone deals 2026

Spring has sprung, and an Amazon Big Spring Sale is on the horizon. Here are the best early headphone deals to shop.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 9:30 pm

Power Without Principle: The Rise of the Bully Presidency

Will we continue to reward the bully or finally refuse to be ruled by one? Because the example we tolerate is the example we become. ... The post Power Without Principle: The Rise of the Bully Presidency appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 18 Mar 2026 9:19 pm

Fitbit lets you upload medical records and ask its AI for advice now - but is that safe?

It'll even analyze your lab results to deliver personalized recommendations. But here's what you need to know first.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 8:59 pm

US eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump seeks to boost world oil supply during Iran war

The Treasury Department is easing sanctions on Venezuelas state oil company, with some limits

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:58 pm

Trump's failed strong-arming of allies on Iran shows that pressure is losing its effect

Weve long had your back, now its our turn

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:58 pm

Iranian state television confirms Israel killed Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib

Iranian state television confirms Israel killed Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:58 pm

This one iPhone setting immediately stops all apps from tracking you - turn it off today

You can easily prevent apps from tracking your activity and serving up creepy, hyper-targeted ads. Here's how.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 8:56 pm

Decades after a Florida canal project was abandoned, advocates are trying to reunite 3 rivers

Environmentalists want to permanently open a dam built for a canal that was supposed to cut through the middle of Florida from the Atlantic to the Gulf

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:42 pm

Britains Cultural Kowtowing to Alien Transplants Is Truly Extraordinary

It seems every week theres another story about how the U.K. is trashing its own culture to accommodate a foreign one: Islamism. ... The post Britains Cultural Kowtowing to Alien Transplants Is Truly Extraordinary appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 18 Mar 2026 7:44 pm

Sabrina Carpenter Sends Especially Hot Concertgoer To Fuzzy Pink Electric Chair

The post Sabrina Carpenter Sends Especially Hot Concertgoer To Fuzzy Pink Electric Chair appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

God Angry After New Construction Blocks View Of Creation

THE HEAVENSExpressing frustration with the sky-rise apartment complex going up right outside His celestial home, God Almighty, Supreme Leader of the Universe, confirmed Wednesday that He was angry about the new construction blocking His view of creation. I worked hard to have a Heavenly Kingdom from which I can gaze down upon all the beasts [] The post God Angry After New Construction Blocks View Of Creation appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

The Onions Exclusive Interview With Sam Altman

While leading OpenAI, Sam Altman has weathered leaked internal memos, an attempt to oust him as CEO, and widespread skepticism about artificial intelligences role in society. The Onion sat down with the entrepreneur to hear his vision for the technologys future. The Onion: Good morning, Sam. How are you doing today?Altman: Certainly! Here are some [] The post The Onions Exclusive Interview With Sam Altman appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Job Applicant Informed Role Of Pig Boy Has Been Filled

MILWAUKEEDashing his hopes of taking on the new opportunity, local job applicant Mark McCarthy was reportedly informed by email Wednesday that the role of pig boy had already been filled. While we appreciate your obvious skill at eating up slop and rolling around in the mud on your fat, pink belly, we have moved forward [] The post Job Applicant Informed Role Of Pig Boy Has Been Filled appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

This free privacy tool makes it super easy to see which sites are selling your data

Data is gold, and some companies go to great lengths to collect it, save it, and sell it. But you can stop it. Here's how.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 6:26 pm

Trump to pay respects in Delaware to 6 US service members killed in the Middle East

President Donald Trump will be present when the remains of six U.S. service members return from the Middle East to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 6:16 pm

The best portable power stations of 2026: Expert and lab tested

We tested some of the best portable power stations from brands like EcoFlow, Jackery, and more to help you find the best off-grid solutions.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 5:31 pm

We tested 10 portable power stations in our lab - these two models were the most efficient

ZDNET's latest Lab Awards highlight two portable power stations - one big and one small - for their efficiency. See the data below.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 5:30 pm

Military report says 'one in a million' live fire malfunction rained shrapnel on California highway

A military investigation has found that a one in a million malfunction during a live fire demonstration over Camp Pendleton last October led to a misfire that rained shrapnel on Interstate 5

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 5:23 pm

A prolonged and unusual March heat wave is gripping cities across the West

A rare March heat wave is pushing San Francisco close to 90 degrees and setting records across the West

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 5:23 pm

China ignores Trumps Hormuz request as the Iran war deepens and his Beijing trip slips

Analysts say China is unlikely to help the U.S. reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and it is probably welcoming a delay in President Donald Trumps Beijing trip

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 5:20 pm

Judge throws prosecutor out of court and orders leaders of NJs US Attorneys office to testify

A judge threw a government attorney out of a hearing and ordered the three officials in charge of New Jerseys U.S. Attorneys office to answer his questions under oath

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 5:20 pm

Jennifer Davis wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Illinois' 8th Congressional District

Jennifer Davis wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Illinois' 8th Congressional District

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 5:20 pm

Trump DHS pick Markwayne Mullin will appear before senators for his confirmation hearing

Markwayne Mullin is appearing before senators for a Department of Homeland Security confirmation hearing as President Donald Trumps deportation push faces rising backlash

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 4:52 pm

Trump's tariffs were supposed to help manufacturers. But instead, they're hurting

Theres a growing body of data showing that the tariffs President Donald Trump said would help American factories are, in fact, squashing many of them

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 3:32 pm

Best early Amazon Spring Sale laptop deals 2026

We're tracking the best early laptop deals ahead of Amazon's Spring Sale, including options from Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, and more.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

Best early Amazon Spring Sale deals under $25

Amazon's Big Spring Sale already has plenty of cheap deals on useful tech gadgets. These are our favorites.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

The best early Amazon Spring Sale deals: Save on streaming, Apple, Samsung, and more

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is back next week. Here are our favorite spring deals on home, tech, and more live early.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 2:00 pm

Top US intelligence officials set to testify about Iran war, threats confronting the homeland

Top Trump national security officials will face tough questions in Congress about the war in Iran and the FBIs ability to stop attacks at home

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 12:41 pm

There are sharks in Las Vegas feasting on hundreds of pounds of fish every week

Becky OBrien always wanted to work with ocean life, but she didnt realize shed be able to do the job in the middle of the Las Vegas desert

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 12:41 pm

Winning numbers drawn in Tuesdays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Tuesday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 04-11-18-38-50, Mega Ball: 24, Megaplier:

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 12:40 pm

Federal Reserve could signal no interest rate cuts this year in wake of Iran war

WASHINGTON, March 18, 2026 (AP) A key question hangs over the Federal Reserves two-day meeting that ends Wednesday: Will central bank policymakers still reduce short-term interest rates this year, now that the Iran war has sent oil prices higher and gas prices spiking? Or will they have to stand pat for months to see how the conflict plays out? Fed Chair Jerome Powell is almost certain to announce Wednesday that the central bank has kept its key rate unchanged for the second straight meeting at about 3.6%. But the Fed will also release a set of quarterly projections, and

The Sen Times 18 Mar 2026 10:49 am

Iran war has US farmers worried about the cost and availability of fertilizer

BISMARCK, N.D., March 18, 2026 (AP) Tennessee farmer Todd Littleton expects to pay $100,000 more for fertilizer this season, a 40% spike from his bill last year thanks to the war in Iran and he is scrambling to cover that extra cost. The problem is, is were so strained financially coming into this issue, said Littleton, a third-generation farmer from Gibson County in the states northwest corner. We have had a couple of record losses the last couple years, so everyones kinda grabbing at straws anyway, and then to have input prices increase yet again, it just really

The Sen Times 18 Mar 2026 10:37 am

Mamdani administration wants to pull legal support for ex-NYC Mayor Adams in sexual assault lawsuit

Court documents show New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdanis administration wants to stop representing Eric Adams in a lawsuit that alleges the former mayor sexually assaulted a woman more than three decades ago

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:59 am

Illinois Lt. Gov Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary for US Senate

Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton of Illinois has won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:57 am

Venezuela wins its first World Baseball Classic title, beating the United States 3-2

Venezuela wins its first World Baseball Classic title, beating the United States 3-2

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 8:29 am

1 dead and another wounded in shooting at US Air Force base in New Mexico

A shooting incident at Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo has resulted in one fatality and one injury. The base was placed on lockdown following reports of an active shooter. Emergency personnel responded swiftly. Security officials have confirmed the base is now secure and the lockdown has been lifted. The injured individual is receiving medical treatment.

The Economic Times 18 Mar 2026 7:53 am

This glorious smart speaker is the HomePod successor Apple fans have been longing for

One of the buzzier smart speakers lately is made by Wiim, and features a tasteful design that's rare these days.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 5:31 am

Arizona hits Kalshi with criminal charges, escalating fight between states, markets

Arizona has become the first state to file criminal charges against Kalshi, accusing the prediction market platform of operating an illegal gambling business within its borders

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 5:11 am

Scott Schara: Is the Government Legally Killing Us?

Is the Government Legally Killing Us? is a compilation of the rigorous research Scott Schara has conducted since the death of his daughter in a Wisconsin hospital. It draws on court filings, regulatory history and firsthand experience to uncover what he calls the crime of the millennium, a medical system designed to kill and a ... The post Scott Schara: Is the Government Legally Killing Us? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 18 Mar 2026 4:31 am

Trump administration widens Medicaid fraud crackdown to Florida, calling it 'hotspot'

The Trump administration is expanding its growing Medicaid fraud crackdown to Florida

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 3:48 am

In Black pastor's arrest, Alabama Supreme Court rules police can demand to see identification

The Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that police may require a person to provide identification during a valid stop if officers find their verbal answers insufficient

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 3:01 am

3,800 Workers Strike At Massive Meatpacking Plant

About 3,800 workers at one of the nations largest meatpacking plants began striking in Colorado, the first walkout at a U.S. beef slaughterhouse in four decades, with the work stoppage following accusations that the company retaliated against employees and committed other unfair labor practices during contract negotiations. What do you think? The post 3,800 Workers Strike At Massive Meatpacking Plant appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 18 Mar 2026 2:36 am

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air: How I'm deciding between Apple's entry-level laptops

The MacBook Neo and 13-inch Air may look similar at first glance, but key differences emerge on closer inspection. Here's how to choose between them.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 1:52 am

New York transit officials sue Trump administration to restore subway project funding

The transit agency in charge of New York Citys subway system has sued the Trump administration

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 1:46 am

A chief AI officer is no longer enough - why your business needs a 'magician' too

Looking to get more out of generative AI? Here are three reasons your company needs a senior data leader with strong cross-team authority.

ZDNet 18 Mar 2026 1:25 am

U.S. Counterterror Chief Quits Over Iran War. Says Trump Deceived by Israel Lobby, Media Propaganda

Joe Kent, President Trumps top counterterrorism advisor, quit his post today because of the war the United States is waging on Iran. ... The post U.S. Counterterror Chief Quits Over Iran War. Says Trump Deceived by Israel Lobby, Media Propaganda appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 18 Mar 2026 1:19 am

1 hospitalized, suspect shot after a shooting at a Georgia VA clinic, police say

Police in Georgia said they were responding to a shooting Tuesday at a VA clinic, and at least one person was airlifted to the hospital

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 12:43 am

Tennessee family's lawsuit against police, paramedics over use of force dismissed

A lawsuit alleging Bristol, Tennessee, police and paramedics subjected a man having a seizure to excessive force and failed to give him access to medical care has been dismissed

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 12:40 am

American Women Are Struggling With Rampant Sexual Confusion Exhibit A

We constantly hear how young men are struggling. But what if young women are actually struggling more, and it's being ignored? ... The post American Women Are Struggling With Rampant Sexual Confusion Exhibit A appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 18 Mar 2026 12:34 am

Jury deliberating in corruption trial of ex-FirstEnergy executives accused of $4.3 million bribe

Jurors in Ohio have begun deliberating in the corruption trial of two fired FirstEnergy Corp. executives charged for their alleged roles in the $60 million bribery scheme centered on a $1 billion nuclear plant bailout

ABC News 18 Mar 2026 12:33 am

Fertilizer Bottleneck at Hormuz Raises Risk of Food Inflation and Worsening Global Hunger

American farmers warn that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz could cause a fertilizer shortage and trigger a crisis in food supply. ... The post Fertilizer Bottleneck at Hormuz Raises Risk of Food Inflation and Worsening Global Hunger appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 18 Mar 2026 12:20 am

Best early Amazon Spring Sale 2026 smartwatch and smart ring deals

Looking to improve your sleep, log more steps, or track activity? These smart rings, smartwatches, and other wearables are already on sale ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 11:49 pm

Live Action Short Film Winner Celebrates By Taking Oscar To In-N-Out Shift

LOS ANGELESClaiming it was the only place he wanted to go after receiving one of Hollywoods highest honors, Academy Award winner for Best Live Action Short Film Jack Piatt celebrated Tuesday by taking his Oscar to his In-N-Out shift. When I heard our film get called, there was no question in my mindI was going [] The post Live Action Short Film Winner Celebrates By Taking Oscar To In-N-Out Shift appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 11:22 pm

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: Frustratingly the best Android phone I've tested

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is an iterative upgrade, but it features unique tools that help it stand out still in a crowded market.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 11:20 pm

Mills and Platner spar over attack ad in intensification of Maine primary to face Susan Collins

Democratic U.S. Senate hopefuls Gov. Janet Mills and Graham Platner are sparring over an advertisement released by the Mills campaign criticizing Platners past online comments

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 10:50 pm

Muskets crack, drums echo as Boston marks 250 years since British evacuation

Reenactors in tricorn hats and 18th-century military coats filled a South Boston chapel Tuesday before firing muskets and marching through neighborhood streets to mark the 250th anniversary of the British evacuation of Boston

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 10:38 pm

My living room TV sounded so much better after I considered these 3 factors

Adjusting only a few TV settings can make those quiet, whisper-filled dialogue scenes much easier to hear.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 10:32 pm

OpenAI's GPT-5.4 mini and nano launch - with near flagship performance at much lower cost

The latest GPT-5.4 mini model delivers benchmark results surprisingly close to the full GPT-5.4 model while running much faster, signaling a shift toward smaller AI models powering real-world applications.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 10:30 pm

Amazon just slashed the price on 4K Fire TV Sticks up to 50% off

Grab a Fire TV Stick 4K Plus or Fire TV Stick 4K Max at a major discount ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 9:57 pm

This 5-minute circuit check uncovered a home wiring issue I had no idea about

I almost paid for new wiring - until the Klein circuit breaker finder showed me the power was already there.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 9:51 pm

College Republicans sue University of Florida's president over deactivation of its chapter

College Republicans at the University of Florida are suing the school president over what they call an unlawful crackdown on free speech

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 9:09 pm

I tested GPT-5.4 Thinking, and it gave me great answers (until I dove deeper)

OpenAI claims GPT-5.4 Thinking can do professional tasks, but I'm not so sure if that's fully accurate.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 8:53 pm

I tested Samsung's new Galaxy Buds 4 Pro - it's not the design downgrade that I expected

A new look might be the most interesting thing about the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, but their audio upgrades don't go unnoticed.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 8:23 pm

Man charged with planting pipe bombs before Jan. 6 riot argues pardons apply to him

A man charged with planting pipe bombs near the U.S. Capitol on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot claims he's covered by President Donald Trump's blanket pardons

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 8:15 pm

Irans internet blackout silences voices at home as diaspora creators fill the void

Iranian American social media creators are helping lead the online conversation about the war in Iran

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 8:11 pm

After 20,000 hours of using this SanDisk microSD card, it's proven to be more than just reliable

Built for dash cams, security cameras, and other heavy-duty tasks, these cards performed better than expected.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 7:23 pm

I compared this Amazfit with my $1,300 Garmin for outdoor tracking, and it was surprisingly close

Amazfit's T-Rex Ultra 2 lets you plot your winter adventures with offline maps and detailed data that outshine those of expensive competitors.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 7:02 pm

Unemployed Man Considers Going Back To School To Become AI

PIKEVILLE, KYSpeculating that a new path in life might improve his job prospects, unemployed man Ian Hampel, 36, told reporters Tuesday that he was considering going back to school to become an AI. I can see the writing on the wall: If I want to stay relevant in the workforce, Im going to need to [] The post Unemployed Man Considers Going Back To School To Become AI appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

As AI agents spread, 1Password's new tool tackles a rising security threat

AI agents increasingly need credentials to log into your systems. 1Password wants to help secure them. Here's how.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Southwest Airlines Begins Assigning Chores

DALLASSaying the decision had been reached following an extensive internal review of the companys boarding procedures, Southwest Airlines confirmed Tuesday that passengers would now be assigned chores ahead of time. There has always been a degree of chaos around passengers having to choose right as theyre boarding how theyre going to help keep the plane [] The post Southwest Airlines Begins Assigning Chores appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

FBI Agents Watch In Silence As Kash Patel Gets Ass Kicked By UFC Fighter

QUANTICO, VAWincing as the bureaus director breathlessly staggered to his feet during their first training seminar with professional MMA athletes, a group of FBI agents reportedly watched in silence over the weekend as Kash Patel got his ass kicked by a UFC fighter. According to sources, the agents shifted uncomfortably on the sidelines of a [] The post FBI Agents Watch In Silence As Kash Patel Gets Ass Kicked By UFC Fighter appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Beautiful Dream About Blowing Own Brains Out Interrupted By Work Alarm

The post Beautiful Dream About Blowing Own Brains Out Interrupted By Work Alarm appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Jeremy Stark

Jeremy Stark, 48, passed away Thursday following a long battle with God. The post Jeremy Stark appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Stephen Miller Assures Susie Wiles He Has Fridge Full Of Healthy Human Breasts

The post Stephen Miller Assures Susie Wiles He Has Fridge Full Of Healthy Human Breasts appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Trump Admin Opposes Wyoming Bill to Nullify Gun Control

The bill would have deterred local law enforcement's cooperation with federal gun control. Trump opposed it, and Wyomings governor vetoed it. ... The post Trump Admin Opposes Wyoming Bill to Nullify Gun Control appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 17 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

I tried ML4W and got a super-customized Hyprland desktop in minutes - it's easy

Want to customize Hyprland without editing config files? This Linux distro makes it simple. Here's how.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 5:35 pm

A fleet of festive pubs on wheels brings a taste of Ireland to New England

Two Massachusetts brothers have built a fleet of tiny Irish pubs on wheels

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 5:24 pm

Supreme Court to hear arguments over Trump administration push to end legal protections for migrants from Haiti, Syria

Supreme Court to hear arguments over Trump administration push to end legal protections for migrants from Haiti, Syria

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 4:59 pm

Storms cancel more US flights as TSA remains under pressure from partial government shutdown

Storms sweeping across the eastern half of the country are disrupting air travel across the United States

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 4:58 pm

Lindsey Graham got a war with Iran. What will it cost the country and his party?

Sen. Lindsey Graham is tying his reelection pitch to President Donald Trump and the war with Iran, a conflict for which he's long advocated

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 4:57 pm

UN rights report raises concerns of 'ethnic cleansing' in displacement of Palestinians in West Bank

The U.N. human rights chief's office has expressed concerns about possible ethnic cleansing as Israel has accelerated the expansion of settlements in large parts of the West Bank

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

Best early Amazon Spring Sale TV deals 2026: Save big on Samsung, TCL, and more

Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2026 is almost here, and you can already find great discounts on TVs from Samsung, TCL, and more to revamp your living room or home theater.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

I found 20+ tiny gadgets that can handle big tasks (and they're under $50)

Early Amazon Spring Sale offers are here, and it's a great time to grab these tiny gadgets packed with huge function.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

Best early Amazon Spring Sale phone deals 2026: 20 sales out now

For Amazon's Big Spring Sale, I've rounded up the best early phone deals from major brands like Apple, Samsung, Motorola, and more.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

The best business desktops of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We tested the top business desktops from major brands like Dell, Lenovo, and Apple to find the best PCs for work and play.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 2:31 pm

I replaced my router with a Wi-Fi 7 mesh model, and wondered where my dead zones went

TP-Link's Deco 7 Pro is a premium Wi-Fi 7 system with blazing-fast speeds and coverage for very large homes.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

Best Costco deals to compete with Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2026

Forget Amazon. These Costco deals will help you save substantially on everything from household goods to Apple devices.

ZDNet 17 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

Man who attacked a Michigan synagogue was suicidal, ex-wife told police in 911 call

The ex-wife of the gunman who drove a pickup truck into a Detroit-area synagogue told police that he was distraught and suicidal

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 11:40 am

An Afghan man who worked with the US military dies in ICE custody

Officials say an Afghan immigrant whose family said had worked with U.S. forces in his home country died at a Texas hospital after having been detained by immigration authorities

ABC News 17 Mar 2026 11:40 am