Marathon day two check-in: Into the Outpost, an overpowered shotgun, and why I love doors
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'Most of my pension has gone on home heating oil'
Rising heating oil prices are hitting Northern Ireland harder than the rest of the UK - here's everything you need to know.
‘Yellowstone’ Star Hassie Harrison Joins ‘Baywatch’ Reboot Cast
Hassie Harrison (“Yellowstone”) has been join the cast of Fox’s upcoming “Baywatch” reboot. The actor joins a growing cast that includes Stephen Amell, Jessica Belkin, David Chokachi and the just-announced Thaddeus LaGrone. In the new “Baywatch,” Harrison will play Nat, who
iHeartMedia Is Ending Deal for Jay Shetty’s ‘On Purpose’ Podcast
iHeartMedia has opted to not renew its deal with Jay Shetty for his popular “On Purpose” health and wellness podcast, after three years as part of the iHeartPodcast Network. iHeartMedia originally announced its deal with Shetty for “On Purpose” in April 2023. The audio and
Kanye West ‘Can’t Recall’ Details and Appears to Catch Some Shut-Eye While Testifying in Malibu Mansion Trial
Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, has something even more in common with his sometimes-ally Donald Trump these days: an inclination to rest his eyes in public moments where it’s clear the proceedings aren’t catching his interest. In this case, Ye seemed to court
Former Hawaii Rep. Colleen Hanabusa dies at 74
Former Rep. Colleen Hanabusa (D-Hawaii), the first Asian American woman elected as president of a legislative body, died Friday following a private battle with cancer, according to multiple reports. Hanabusa, 74, was "a veteran lawmaker and attorney from Waianae who fought for
There is big news for Trader Joe's mini tote bag lovers
Trader Joe's tote bag mania continues in 2026 with the popular grocer confirming a new color – and an upcoming release date ... sort of.
All about Sandy: Stardew Valley gift guide, schedule, and events
Here's how to befriend the upcoming marriage candidate.
Stephen Hibbert, Who Played ‘The Gimp’ in ‘Pulp Fiction,’ Dead at 68
Actor who had most memorable scene in star-studded movie was semi-retired and living in Denver
Pakistani found guilty of Iran-linked plot to kill Trump, US officials
A Pakistani man with alleged ties to Iran was found guilty Friday of plotting to assassinate President Donald Trump or other US officials in retaliation for the American military killing of Revolutionary Guards commander Qassem Soleimani, prosecutors said. Asif Raza Merchant
Maggie Gyllenhaal on Casting Family in ‘The Bride!’ and Having Godmother Jamie Lee Curtis Champion the Film
Maggie Gyllenhaal cast several familiar faces in “The Bride,” her punk horror reimagining of the 1935 classic “Bride of Frankenstein.” The film features her husband, Peter Sarsgaard, and her brother, Jake Gyllenhaal, and a reunion with Jessie Buckley, who starred in her
US lifts some restrictions on Russian oil, considers more actions to 'unsanction' it as prices spike
The U.S. is lifting some restrictions on Russian oil and considering more actions to “unsanction” it as the conflict in Iran raises prices globally, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Friday. Bessent told Fox Business that the U.S. would allow India to buy Russian barrels.
New study reveals differences between 'Demon Slayer' bamboo muzzle and actual bamboo
In storytelling, even small visual details can become unforgettable. In the globally popular anime "Demon Slayer," one such detail is the short bamboo muzzle worn by a central character. It looks simple and believable, just a piece of green bamboo tied across the mouth. But a
US Postal Service will run out of cash in early 2027 without help: Postmaster general
The U.S. Postal Service will run out of money within a year, Postmaster General David Steiner told The Associated Press this week. “We have to have a conversation with the American public,” Steiner said in an interview with the AP published Thursday. “If you want us to deliver
How ‘One Chicago’ Pulled Off an Epic Crossover to Score a Season High of 6.4 Million Viewers (EXCLUSIVE)
The teams behind “One Chicago” had another successful crossover this week — and it wasn’t an easy one to produce. “Chicago Fire,” which kicked off the three-hour event on March 4, drew 6.3 million total viewers on NBC, with “Chicago Med” following with 6.4 million and “Chicago
Saks Fifth Avenue parent closing 15 more stores in bankruptcy — here are the locations
Saks Global filed for bankruptcy earlier this year as it moved to cut losses and focus on more profitable, higher-end locations.
VOA Persian journalist says he was fired over coverage of Reza Pahlavi
A journalist with Voice of America’s (VOA) Persian service said he was fired this week over efforts to limit coverage of Iran’s exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. Ahmad Batebi, a prominent Iranian dissident, human rights activist and American journalist, said he was given no
It's a happy ending for the artist whose work was stolen by Bungie and used in Marathon: She's credited in the game as 'visual design consultant'
The important in-game credit hopefully comes on top of a substantial amount of money from Bungie.
Tech giants break silence on Anthropic
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Tech giants break silence on Anthropic spat Three major tech companies — Microsoft, Google and Amazon — have said Anthropic’s AI tools will remain available on their platforms for work that does not involve the Pentagon after the
Marathon secret hunters hit their first gold mine: Spooky terminals, a hidden website, and a Durandal audio log
"What do you do when faced with something you cannot understand?"
Man accused of setting fire to rep's office over TikTok ban sentenced to prison
A Wisconsin man accused of attempting to set fire to Rep. Glenn Grothman's (R-Wisc.) office for his support of a bill to have TikTok's Chinese owner sell off its U.S. operations was sentenced to seven years in prison on Thursday. Caiden Stachowicz, 20, was also sentenced in
Some Memories Live in the Brain Even If We Can’t Recall Them
It’s all coming back to me now The post Some Memories Live in the Brain Even If We Can’t Recall Them appeared first on Nautilus .
NYC doesn’t have enough hotel rooms for FIFA World Cup, must suspend Airbnb restrictions: business leaders
“There are not enough beds [for the World Cup]... and without additional capacity, hotel prices will surge….and spending will leak to New Jersey and the suburbs,” a coalition of business groups said in a letter to Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Valve still 'hopes' to ship Steam Machines in 2026, but a delay into 2027 is starting to look like a real possibility: 'Memory and storage shortages have created challenges for us'
As recently as February, Valve expected to have Steam Machines and other hardware released in the first half of the year, but that's no longer the case.
Ben Stiller Asks White House to Remove ‘Tropic Thunder’ From Iran War Propaganda Video
The actor-director objected to his hit comedy being included in a new video: "War is not a movie."
10 Art Shows to See in Los Angeles This March
The artists of Nature Morte gallery, Hayv Kahraman’s painted libations, Jesse Wiedel’s screwball American dream, the late Nona Olabisi’s homegrown muralism, and more.
A decades-old Diablo 2 easter egg has suddenly become relevant again as players hunt for the best loot in Reign of the Warlock
Blizzard has finally given players a reason to find this secret event.
Disney’s ‘Robin Hood’ Remake Not Moving Forward, Director Carlos López Estrada Reveals
Disney’s remake of the 1973 animated movie “Robin Hood” is no longer moving forward. “Blindspotting” and “Raya and the Last Dragon” director Carlos López Estrada shared the update during a Reddit AMA earlier this week. “Its dead sadly,” Estrada wrote. “I say sadly because I
Admiring Our Heroes for International Women’s Day: Five Women In Tech That EFF Admires
In honor of International Women’s Day, we asked five women at EFF about women in digital rights, freedom of expression, technology, and tech activism who have inspired us. Anna Politkovskaya Jillian York, Activist This International Women’s Day, I want to honor the memory
Alliance of Women Directors and Starz Launch Creative Leadership Lab to Support Female TV Directors (EXCLUSIVE)
Starz and Alliance of Women Directors are expanding their partnership with the launch of the Creative Leadership Lab, a new four-week program designed to help women and gender-expansive directors advance in episodic television. The initiative targets filmmakers at a key
How to Watch ‘WWE SmackDown’ Online Without Cable for Free
“WWE Friday Night SmackDown!” has been an institution in the wrestling world since it first debuted in 1999. Now, a quarter-century later, the pro wrestling show continues to rope in fans both old and new, with millions of people tuning in each week to see the action-packed
How to get bricks in Pokémon Pokopia
Getting bricks in Pokémon Pokopia requires you to harvest squishy clay and have it fired. Here's how to get squishy clay and turn it into bricks
Democrats Demand “Reckoning” With Probes Into Noem on Every Front
Democrats are preparing to launch investigations into Kristi Noem’s conduct at the Department of Homeland Security. Noem was removed from her post Thursday by President Trump, who has appointed her as the newly created special envoy for “The Shield of Americas.” But now,
‘Baywatch’ Reboot Casts Newcomer Thaddeus LaGrone as a Former Marine Turned ‘One-Man Rescue Machine’
Newcomer Thaddeus LaGrone has been tapped to join the cast of Fox’s upcoming “Baywatch” reboot. The actor joins a growing cast that includes Stephen Amell, Jessica Belkin and David Chokachi. In the new “Baywatch,” LaBrone will play Brad, who according to the character
Disney’s ‘Robin Hood’ Live-Action Remake Not Moving Forward, Says Director
"It's dead, sadly," Carlos López Estrada revealed about the project that was first announced in 2020.
Something Cool Just Happened In Marathon
It seems like Durandal from the original trilogy is contacting players via previously inactive terminals
Kanye West Struggles to Stay Awake in Malibu Mansion Trial Testimony
The musician now known as Ye yawned, closed his eyes, and appeared to catch his head falling forward more than once during his turn on the witness stand
The horse gamers have spoken: This new horse sim has 'a beautiful sense of realism I haven't felt since RDR2'
Horse fans have been burned by bad horse games often enough, but The Legend of Khiimori shows promise if it can hurdle a lot of bug fixes.
Israel-US Strikes Damage Tehran’s Historic Golestan Palace
The Qajar monument contains priceless Iranian art and manuscripts.
Man who killed parents to fund Trump assassination plot sentenced to life in prison
A Wisconsin man was sentenced to life in prison Thursday after he pleaded guilty to killing his parents in order to fund a plot to assassinate President Trump involving a drone with explosives or an AR-15 assault rifle. Nikita Casap, 18, pleaded guilty to two counts of
Resident Evil Requiem is a timely critique of capitalist greed
Capcom takes a shot at selfishness and greed in Resident Evil Requiem's plot and Victor Gideon in particular
Quentin Tarantino Is Developing a British Play Tipped for Fall Premiere, Possibly on West End
While he decided not to direct “The Adventures of Cliff Booth” and scrapped “The Movie Critic,” Quentin Tarantino will make a directorial comeback with an original play he’s written, Variety has confirmed. According to the Daily Mail, which first reported the news, Tarantino
Best Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (March 6-8 2026)
We have a variety of Xbox Game Pass recommendations to save you from endlessly searching for something new to play.
Russia has aided Iran’s targeting US military in Gulf: Officials
Satellite imagery is believed to have assisted Iran in its planning attacks on US military assets.
Best Horror of March 2026: ‘Ready or Not 2,’ A24’s Bold New Movie, Zazie Beetz Gets Bloody and More
Welcome to Horror Explorer, a curated column showcasing the month’s best movies, series, books and everything else spooky worth checking out. I’m William Earl, the executive digital director of Variety and the publication’s resident horror enthusiast. Please drop me a line at
Harry Styles Feels It All at the Club — and More ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally’ Takeaways
The pop star's fourth LP is full of 2020s angst and references from LCD Soundsystem to Simon & Garfunkel
Steam Machine delay rumors blow up as Valve signals worry
"We hope to ship in 2026" Valve says of its new Steam hardware, which may not make the "early 2026" release date announced last year.
California Democrat says Noem ouster is proof DHS shutdown is 'working'
Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Calif.) on Friday pointed to the firing of Kristi Noem as proof that the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was “working,” insisting it would not persuade Democrats to drop their demands for Republicans to rein in immigration
The makers of idle farming sensation Rusty's Retirement have announced a new game, and this one's taking over your whole screen
Mister Morris Games have been anything but idle.
Overshoot reshapes climate strategies—but the path to net zero remains unchanged
Temporary overshoot of global temperature targets—particularly the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement—is no longer just a modeling concept. New research, published in Nature Climate Change and led by the Euro-Mediterranean Center for Climate Change (CMCC) in collaboration with
