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Extreme heat continues to strike Southwest US and even Nebraska needs a cold drink

Parts of California and Arizona are under extreme heat warnings again Saturday while sweltering summerlike weather stretched as far north as Nebraska just a day into spring

ABC News 22 Mar 2026 1:09 am

Senate blocks amendment on transgender athletes during weekend session on voting bill

The Senate has blocked a proposal that would ban transgender athletes from playing in womens sports

ABC News 22 Mar 2026 1:04 am

For airline passengers, the shutdown answer is simple: Pay TSA officers

Airline passengers are saying that Transportation Security Administration workers need to get paid

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 10:58 pm

Ask the Experts and Get Guided Toward Destruction?

It is a common fallacy that we should listen to experts simply because they have been deemed so. In fact, we need to do our due diligence. ... The post Ask the Experts and Get Guided Toward Destruction? appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 21 Mar 2026 10:53 pm

4 tips for building better AI agents that your business can trust

Agents are coming. Here are four ways to prepare for the AI-powered workplace revolution.

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

These 7 handy ChatGPT settings are off by default - here's what you're missing

Stop using ChatGPT on factory settings. Here are the top adjustments I use to make it a pro tool.

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 3:30 pm

10 cheap and easy gadgets that seriously upgraded my smart home (and some are on sale)

After testing hundreds of smart home devices, I rounded up the best options to get started with your smart home without hurting your wallet.

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

Hawaii suffers its worst flooding in 20 years and forecasters warn more rain is coming

Hawaii has suffered its worst flooding in more than 20 years as heavy rains fell on soil already saturated by downpours from a winter storm a week ago

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 1:25 pm

Secretive deal leaves deportees from the US stuck in Equatorial Guinea with 'no more hope'

Accounts are emerging from people deported from the U.S. to the African petrostate of Equatorial Guinea in a multi-million-dollar, third-country deal with the Trump administration

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 11:29 am

Trump hints at wind-down of war as US sends more troops and Iran threatens tourism sites

President Donald Trump says he is considering winding down military operations in the Middle East

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 11:29 am

Judge orders Voice of America be put back together again. What are the chances that will happen?

A judge this week ruled that Voice of America's employees and the news organization itself get back to work

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 10:53 am

The Latest: US deploys more troops to Mideast as Trump considers winding down military operations

President Donald Trump says his administration is considering winding down military operations in the Middle East even as the United States announces it is sending more warships and Marines to the region and Iran threatens to attack tourist sites wor...

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 10:53 am

Winning numbers drawn in Fridays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Friday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 11-20-51-55-63, Mega Ball: 4, Megaplier:

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 10:53 am

A wave of executions is feared in Iran after 3 young men were hanged this week

Three young men were hanged in Iran this week, raising alarm among rights groups that a wave of executions may be underway as authorities facing relentless attacks from the U.S. and Israel seek to squelch public dissent

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 10:53 am

How to clear your iPhone cache (and why it's critical for faster performance)

If your iPhone is running slow, consider this quick routine to boost its speed and free up space.

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 6:30 am

FBI Blocked Probe Into Possible Foreign Role in Charlie Kirk Assassination, Says Joe Kent

Joe Kent said the FBI blocked his former agency from following up on foreign leads tied to the assassination of Charlie Kirk. ... The post FBI Blocked Probe Into Possible Foreign Role in Charlie Kirk Assassination, Says Joe Kent appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 21 Mar 2026 3:34 am

Florida Hospital Sues To Evict Patient Discharged 5 Months Ago

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare sued a patient who refused to depart her room after being discharged last October, claiming she is diverting resources that could be used to help others. What do you think? The post Florida Hospital Sues To Evict Patient Discharged 5 Months Ago appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 21 Mar 2026 3:24 am

Graham: Former Counterterror Chief Kent Is a Lying Antisemite

Lindsey Graham claimed Joe Kent denounced Jews in his resignation letter and that the former Green Beret is an antisemite. ... The post Graham: Former Counterterror Chief Kent Is a Lying Antisemite appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 21 Mar 2026 2:32 am

Former pro wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. acquitted in Mississippi welfare scandal

A former professional wrestler accused of misspending millions of welfare dollars in part of Mississippis largest public corruption scandal has been found not guilty by a jury

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 1:43 am

Patriarch Filaret, who fought for an independent Ukrainian Orthodox church, dies at 97

Orthodox Patriarch Filaret of Kyiv has died at 97

ABC News 21 Mar 2026 1:36 am

Roku's ad-free streaming service was already a great deal - now it's adding Disney movies

Howdy gets you ad-free viewing for under $3 a month, but is it worth it?

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 1:09 am

Lawmakers Buy Waterfall On Redfin

A bipartisan group of Oregon lawmakers approved $2.1 million to buy the 92-foot-tall Abiqua Falls after it was put up for sale on Redifin, the previous Benedictine monk owners having put the natural wonder on the market earlier this year. What do you think? The post Lawmakers Buy Waterfall On Redfin appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 21 Mar 2026 12:15 am

Frequent flyers will love this tiny Bluetooth gadget, and it's on sale now

The AirFly Pro 2 is $15 off during Best Buy's Tech Fest sale. Here's why you need it.

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 12:11 am

The Trump administration is targeting state AI legislation - again. Why that matters

New policy guidance from the White House wants Congress to preempt state AI laws. Here's what current state AI laws address.

ZDNet 21 Mar 2026 12:04 am

OpenAI's rumored 'superapp' could finally solve one of my biggest issues with ChatGPT

Commentary: OpenAI reportedly wants one app for everything, and I'm here for it.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 11:42 pm

YouTube killed my comment alerts, so I vibe-coded a fix to get them back - in just 1 hour

With Gemini and a simple Python script, I rebuilt YouTube email alerts. Now I won't miss another comment. Here's how you can do the same.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 11:33 pm

Boston transit station incident sends 6 to hospital

Six people have been taken to the hospital after an incident at a Boston transit station drew a large police presence and prompted the partial shutdown of the facility

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 11:32 pm

6 useful Bluetooth gadgets that feel like life hacks (and won't break the bank)

Bluetooth gadgets are among the most practical on the market. These are my favorites.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 11:30 pm

Want to Be More Like Europe, Dems? Institute Voter ID

Close to 100 percent of European countries require photographic voter ID. This is the worldwide standard, too. ... The post Want to Be More Like Europe, Dems? Institute Voter ID appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 20 Mar 2026 11:26 pm

ABC Cancels Mormonism

NEW YORKPulling the plug on the religion in light of a newly released video featuring church member Taylor Frankie Paul, ABC announced Friday it was canceling Mormonism. After reviewing this disturbing footage, we have made the decision not to move forward with the Mormon faith, read a statement from parent company Disney Entertainment Television that [] The post ABC Cancels Mormonism appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 11:08 pm

Patel Confirms FBI Buying Americans Location Data

FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that the bureau is buying commercially available data that can track peoples movements. ... The post Patel Confirms FBI Buying Americans Location Data appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 20 Mar 2026 10:47 pm

American Baked Potato Association Study Finds It Best To Load Er Up

The post American Baked Potato Association Study Finds It Best To Load Er Up appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 10:18 pm

NASA hauls repaired moon rocket from hangar back to the pad for an early April launch

NASA's moon rocket is back at the launch pad following hangar repairs

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 10:07 pm

Dirt-Covered Trump Boys Attempt To Siphon Gas From Ground

WASHINGTONDetermined to help their father bring down high prices by single-handedly boosting the nations fuel supply, a dirt-covered Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. reportedly attempted Friday to siphon gasoline from the ground. Im gonna slurp some gas out of this hole, and then while Im spitting the gas into the bucket, you slurp up [] The post Dirt-Covered Trump Boys Attempt To Siphon Gas From Ground appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 10:05 pm

How to share your location on Android quickly: 5 easy ways - including by text

Share your current or live location from your Android phone in seconds, using the apps you already have installed.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 10:02 pm

Supreme Court revives suit from evangelical Christian challenging restrictions on demonstrations

The Supreme Court is reviving a lawsuit from an evangelical Christian barred from demonstrating in Mississippi after authorities say he shouted insults at people over a loudspeaker

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 8:37 pm

Should you upgrade to M5 MacBook Pro from the M1? Short answer: It's probably time

The M5 MacBook Pro brings some impressive performance gains, but not everyone needs to upgrade. Here's how it compares to the M1 model.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 7:10 pm

Chainguard is racing to fix trust in AI-built software - here's how

Chainguard is expanding beyond open-source security to protect open-core software, AI agent skills, and GitHub Actions.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 6:39 pm

Ryan Gosling Recalls Preparing For Project Hail Mary By Consulting Katy Perry

LOS ANGELESCrediting the singer for sharing her unique expertise,actor Ryan Gosling told reporters Friday the story of how he prepared for his role in Project Hail Mary by consulting Katy Perry. Katy was a tremendous help on setI couldnt have played Dr. Ryland Grace without her, said the 45-year-old actor, who confirmed that the singer [] The post Ryan Gosling Recalls Preparing For Project Hail Mary By Consulting Katy Perry appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Trump Adds Name To Kennedy Center Again

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theonion 20 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Youth Hockey Banquet Spent Convincing Heavyset Teammate To Eat Copious Amounts Of Butter Squares

The post Youth Hockey Banquet Spent Convincing Heavyset Teammate To Eat Copious Amounts Of Butter Squares appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Trump Threatens Airstrikes On U.S. Gas Stations

WASHINGTONIn a promise to address the pain Americans were feeling at the pump as his war with Iran approached its fourth week, President Donald Trump threatened Friday to launch airstrikes against U.S. gas stations if they did not lower their prices. These terrible places must stop overcharging Americans every time they put fuel in their [] The post Trump Threatens Airstrikes On U.S. Gas Stations appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Tips For Saving On Gas

Gas prices are soaring, with the price of crude oil rising above $119 per barrel at one point Thursday. The Onion shares tips for saving money at the pump. Remove unnecessary weight from your vehicle, such as airbags, doors, and bumpers. Driving in reverse uses less gas, probably. Limit braking to weekends. Make a tank [] The post Tips For Saving On Gas appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

Third Date Apparently Just Going To Be Watching Amlie Without Any Hugs Or Kisses

MILPITAS, CAAfter gradually resigning himself to an evening entirely devoid of physical intimacy, local man Seth Martin observed Friday that his third date with Hinge match Laura Parker was apparently just going to be watching Amlie without any hugs or kisses. Were an hour into the movie and Laura hasnt so much as held my [] The post Third Date Apparently Just Going To Be Watching Amlie Without Any Hugs Or Kisses appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 20 Mar 2026 6:30 pm

How to check if a text message is spam on Android - and the free tool I rely on

Are your chats and DMs flooded with suspicious messages? If you have a Pixel, Galaxy, or even Motorola phone, there's an easy way to check.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

A look at celebrations for Eid al-Fitr around the world, in photos

From prayers amid the rubble of Gaza to the great mosques of Istanbul, Muslims around the world are celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr as they bid farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Eid is typically greeted with joy and excitement and is marked with prayers and festivities that include family visits, gatherings, outings and new clothes. Prayers and celebrations are being held across Muslim countries like Egypt, and by Muslims in Greece, Russia and further afield. This year Eid is also being marked with war raging in Iran and many parts of the Middle East. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 3:10 pm

You're being tracked online - 9 easy ways to stop the surveillance

Stop feeding online businesses your data and prevent both surveillance and tracking with our updated step-by-step guide.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

6 WFH gadgets that leveled up my home office (and all of them are on sale)

As a remote worker, I'd recommend these gadgets that improved my home office, even if they weren't discounted ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

The best WordPress hosting services of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

WordPress makes website management a breeze, and you don't need any coding experience. Set up a WordPress-based website with our recommended hosting providers of 2026.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

Spanish-language reporter in Tennessee is released from immigration detention on bond

A reporter for a Spanish-language news outlet in Tennessee who contends she was wrongly held in a detention center for more than two weeks has been released

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 1:12 pm

Man convicted of murder for 2019 death of Alabama college student Aniah Blanchard

A man has been convicted of murder in the 2019 death of an Alabama college student whose disappearance drew national attention

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 1:09 pm

Arizona community hits 110 degrees F, the highest March temperature recorded in the US

Abnormal heat on the last day of winter continues to set records in the U.S. Southwest

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 12:32 pm

Authorities investigating close call between Alaska Airlines and FedEx planes landing at Newark

Federal aviation officials are investigating a close call at Newark Airport in which an Alaska Airlines jet flew over a FedEx cargo plane during landing approaches

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 12:22 pm

Teenagers sue Musk's xAI claiming image-generator made sexually explicit images of them as minors

Three teenagers in Tennessee have sued Elon Musks xAI, claiming the companys image-generation tools were used to morph real photos of them into explicitly sexual images

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 10:11 am

Clergy seek court order to allow pastoral access to immigrants held at Minneapolis ICE facility

Clergy groups in Minnesota are asking a federal judge to order ICE to allow in-person pastoral visits for immigrants held in a Minneapolis federal building

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 10:11 am

Judge rules US government overreached with transgender health care declaration

A federal judge has ruled that the government overreached when it declared certain types of gender-affirming care unsafe for young people

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 10:10 am

Democrats aim to turn Trump's tariffs against GOP in campaigns for governor

Democrats are making President Trump's tariffs a central theme in their election campaigns. They argue these levies have increased costs for businesses and consumers. Governors like Kathy Hochul of New York and Andy Beshear of Kentucky are pressing for tariff refunds and criticizing Republican opponents.

The Economic Times 20 Mar 2026 9:58 am

I used Omega Linux to revitalize a junk PC, and it's noticeably better than Ubuntu

If you're looking for a distribution for an aging machine, consider Omega, based on Arch.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 8:30 am

A Mexican teen migrant dies in a Florida jail holding ICE detainees

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says a 19-year-old Mexican migrant has died at a county jail in Florida that has been holding immigrant detainees

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 8:14 am

Anti-apartheid activist and UN diplomat Nicholas Haysom dies at 73

Nicholas Haysom has died at 73

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 8:04 am

The body of an American student who went missing in Barcelona has been found, police in Spain say

Spanish authorities say they have found the body of missing college student from Illinois who was missing for more than two days

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 7:12 am

3 men are charged with conspiring to smuggle US artificial intelligence to China

A senior vice president of Super Micro Computer Inc. and two others affiliated with the company have been charged with conspiring to smuggle billions of dollars of computer servers containing advanced Nvidia chips to China

ABC News 20 Mar 2026 7:11 am

My personal data has been leaked several times - this service helped clean it all up

DeleteMe scans the internet for exposed personal information and works to remove it - with varying success.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 7:00 am

AI will accelerate tech job growth - former Tesla president explains where and why

Venture capitalist Jon McNeill foresees growing demand for humans to sustain complex AI infrastructure and architecture.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 6:30 am

How Israel Fooled Trump Into War With Iran, According to Joe Kent

How did Trump, after 10 years of saying one thing, do exactly the opposite when it comes to his policy on foreign wars? ... The post How Israel Fooled Trump Into War With Iran, According to Joe Kent appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 20 Mar 2026 6:06 am

This viral wireless dongle lets you share your audio on a flight - how it works

The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 improves audio quality, streamlines connectivity, and makes in-flight entertainment much easier to enjoy.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 5:50 am

Why your biggest tech upgrade this year is a splash of color

For phones, laptops, and other mobile accessories, any color besides black is the new black.

ZDNet 20 Mar 2026 4:36 am

NYT: Leftist Hero Cesar Chavez Was a Pedophile and Rapist

Yet another civil rights hero has been exposed as a rapist, and several states have canceled observance of Cesar Chavez Day. ... The post NYT: Leftist Hero Cesar Chavez Was a Pedophile and Rapist appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 20 Mar 2026 3:13 am

Meet Cesar Chavez: Civil rights icon who freed farmworkers accused of abusing girls for years

For decades, Cesar Chavez was revered as a labor icon, but in March 2026, Dolores Huerta revealed decades of sexual abuse by him. The New York Times further reported systematic abuse of young girls within the movement. These revelations have led to widespread condemnation, the removal of honors, and a community grappling with the duality of their former hero.

The Times of India 20 Mar 2026 1:00 am

Pentagon to Request Over $200 Billion for Iran War

This would be another large-scale transfer of public funds to the defense sector, with profits closely tied to the duration and intensity of the war. ... The post Pentagon to Request Over $200 Billion for Iran War appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 20 Mar 2026 12:25 am

Trump Repeats False Claim That Iranians Produce Oil From Bodies Like Bees

The post Trump Repeats False Claim That Iranians Produce Oil From Bodies Like Bees appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 19 Mar 2026 11:52 pm

Save big on gaming laptops, Switch 2 consoles, and more during Best Buy's Tech Fest sale

Can't wait until Amazon's Big Spring Sale to upgrade your gaming setup? Now at Best Buy, you can save hundreds on gaming laptops, consoles, and more.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 11:43 pm

SSD prices have gone up, but this 8TB WD-Black option is 67% off at Best Buy right now

The AI industry is driving up prices for RAM and SSDs, but we found a great deal on the WD Black SN850P.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 11:24 pm

James Talarico: Charismatic Leftist RADICAL Leads GOP in Texas

Will Texas have its own Zohran Mamdani or AOC in the Senate in less than a year? Its possible if early polls are any guide. ... The post James Talarico: Charismatic Leftist RADICAL Leads GOP in Texas appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 Mar 2026 11:14 pm

Office NCAA Bracket Marks Yearly Interaction With Coworkers

CHICAGOSources confirmed Thursday that more than two dozen employees of logistics company LQR Freight had reluctantly agreed to participate in their offices March Madness pool, thus marking their single annual interaction with one another. Mike was in the kitchen handing everyone printouts, and it was the first time wed spoken since I told him I [] The post Office NCAA Bracket Marks Yearly Interaction With Coworkers appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 19 Mar 2026 10:54 pm

How to turn your old Android phone or iPhone into a security camera - in 4 easy steps

You can easily use your old phone as a live home security camera and get alerts, two-way audio, and even recordings.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 10:09 pm

What is MoCA 2.5? How this low-cost networking can replace Wi-Fi and fix dead zones

MoCA 2.5 leverages old coaxial cables to enable high-speed internet. I break down the technology and why it's a viable alternative to Wi-Fi.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 9:44 pm

I tested NordVPN's free scam checker against a real threat in my inbox - here's how it did

Can an AI tool successfully detect not just standard scams, but those created with the same technology? I put NordVPN's new offering to the test with advanced recruitment scams filling my inbox.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 9:34 pm

The best data removal services of 2026: Delete yourself from the internet

My favorite data removal services pry your personal data from the hands of brokers and wipe away online records.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 9:31 pm

Incogni review: The easiest way to remove myself from the internet took just seconds

Incogni helps you erase your digital footprint. Here's how it holds up in 2026, and whether or not it's right for you.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 9:28 pm

Strait of Hormones

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theonion 19 Mar 2026 9:26 pm

Bose just gave me a compelling reason to put my AirPods Pro away for good

Bose's QuietComfort Ultra 2 deliver strong audio and comfort in a form ideal for travel.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 9:15 pm

I wore the Whoop 5.0 for a month - it combines the best of the Oura Ring and Apple Watch

The Whoop 5.0 has several medical-minded tools, like ECG and blood pressure monitoring. Here's how I actually used them.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 9:15 pm

This infrared gadget claims to improve your mood with lights - I got to the bottom of it

I tested a near-infrared light device that attaches to my computer, mimics the sun, and allegedly improves mood and focus. Did it work?

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 8:38 pm

Stop falling for scams with Norton's antivirus software - especially while it's 70% off

Get a year of Norton 360 Premium, which includes a VPN and scam protection, at a major discount ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 7:56 pm

Charlie Kirk Hater Sentenced for Possessing Child Porn, Blames Parents for Religious Trauma

Jeremy Williams, a former high school principal in Oregon, landed more than five years in the slammer for possessing child porn. ... The post Charlie Kirk Hater Sentenced for Possessing Child Porn, Blames Parents for Religious Trauma appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 19 Mar 2026 7:30 pm

Dolores Huerta ends her silence, champions decades of advocacy for marginalized groups

Dolores Huerta has dedicated her life to breaking down barriers and cemented her place in history as one of the nations most influential labor leaders, civil rights icons and feminist activists

ABC News 19 Mar 2026 6:44 pm

I can't recommend cheap Samsung and Google phones when this Android rival exists

Review: The Nothing Phone 4a Pro beats its midrange competitors with a premium build, smooth user experience, and a versatile camera setup.

ZDNet 19 Mar 2026 6:43 pm