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Coperni Mixes Fortnite and Fashion at Paris Show

A fashion show in Paris was staged against a backdrop of 200 people playing Fortnite together. It was a distraction, at best.

The New York Times - 2h

Dungeon Crawler Carl Hardcover Editions - Save On The Best-Selling LitRPG

Dungeon Crawler Carl is one of the most popular series in the LitRPG space, a burgeoning subgenre of fantasy and sci-fi that injects video game tropes like stats, health bars, and inventory ...

GameSpot - 3d

The 42 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (March 2025)

Zero Day, Toxic Town, and Squid Game are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.

Wired - 2d

The 41 Best Movies on Netflix Right Now (March 2025)

Plankton: The Movie, Okja, and The Two Popes are just a few of the movies you should watch on Netflix this month.

Wired - 2d

The Best Cinderella Story in Men’s College Basketball Comes With a Twist

St. Thomas, coached by a former psychology professor, is good enough to play in the N.C.A.A. Tournament. It has to wait until 2026.

The New York Times - 2d

Melody Beattie, Author of a Self-Help Best Seller, Dies at 76

Her “Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself,” a guide to shedding toxic relationships, has sold more than seven million copies.

The New York Times - 1d

GB's Kartal earns career-best win at Indian Wells

British lucky loser Sonay Kartal continues to make the most of her reprieve at Indian Wells by earning the biggest win of her career.

BBC News - 1d

'My best friend went to work - and was crushed to death by rubbish'

Months after a deadly collapse, some seek compensation, saying Kiteezi dumpsite is still unsafe.

BBC News - 1d

14 Best Tote Bags of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by WIRED

From beach days to board meetings, these top totes are designed to protect your valuables, and then some.

Wired - 1d

'My best friend went to work - and was crushed to death by rubbish'

Yahoo News - 9h

Perfect 10? Here are the best team-player marriages for NFL free agency

All eyes are on the quarterback market —including four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers — as the NFL offseason truly heats up. Here are 10 pairings we think make sense.

Yahoo Sports - 6h

8 Best Reusable Water Bottles of 2025, Tested and Loved by WIRED

Stay hydrated in style and cut down on single-use plastic with our favorite bottles—now updated with information on lead.

Wired - 6h

UCLA finally bests USC as teams eye 4th meeting

Lauren Betts scored 13 of her 17 points in the second half Sunday and No. 4 UCLA allowed only four baskets over the final 12 minutes as the Bruins rallied from a 13-point deficit to beat No. 2 USC ...

ESPN - 5h

One Of The Best Baseball Players In The World Might Be Hitting The Fortnite Shop Soon

Shohei Ohtani will supposedly come to Fortnite as a cel-shaded skin in an upcoming update for the popular game. The Los Angeles Dodgers star would be the first MLB player ever for the battle-royale ...

GameSpot - 5h

Which CD strategies are best for long-term savers? What the experts say

CDs can be a smart tool if you're looking to earn interest over time — especially if you take these approaches.

CBS News - 3h

14 Best Soundbars We've Tested and Reviewed (2025): Sonos, Sony, Bose

Every television deserves a row of speakers to call its own. These are our favorite soundbars.

Wired - 5h

14 Best Sleep Week Deals on Mattresses, Sheets, and More (2025)

Have sweeter dreams with these deals to celebrate National Sleep Awareness Month.

Wired - 2h

Investigators try to find the cause of New York brush fires

New York officials are investigating the origin of the brush fires on Long Island that have burned hundreds of acres though they are no longer visible. NBC News' Maya Eaglin reports on how much ...

NBC News - 1d

Actor Emily Osment files for divorce after less than 5 months of marriage

Actor Emily Osment has filed for divorce from her husband of less than five months, musician Jack Anthony Farina

ABC News - 2d

What we learned as Steph, Warriors outlast Pistons in fiery bout

The Golden State Warriors’ first contest back home after a five-game road trip was a bizarre 115-110 win against the Detroit Pistons.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

'Meant to be': FSU hires Loucks as hoops coach

Luke Loucks will succeed Leonard Hamilton as Florida State men's basketball coach, signing a five-year deal. "It's like it was meant to be," Loucks said.

ESPN - 20h

5 injured after small plane crashes into residential area in Pennsylvania

All five people on board a small plane that crashed into a residential area in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday survived and were taken to hospitals, authorities said.

NBC News - 14h

Henley's chip-in eagle beats Morikawa at Bay Hill

Russell Henley, who trailed Collin Morikawa by three with five holes to play, took the lead with a chip-in eagle on No. 16 and won the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

ESPN - 6h

Witnesses react to small plane crash in southeastern Pennsylvania that injured 5

A small plane crashed near a retirement home in southeastern Pennsylvania over the weekend. Five people on board the plane were injured. The FAA is investigating.

CBS News - 6h

Sources: Steelers trading for star WR Metcalf

The Seahawks are trading DK Metcalf to the Steelers, who are signing the wide receiver to a five-year, $150 million contract, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - 1h

Buying a Home? Without the CFPB, You Need to Be Your Own Watchdog.

The C.F.P.B. had kept a close eye on mortgage lenders. But with the bureau hobbled, consumers should take several steps, starting with shopping for the best mortgage rates.

The New York Times - 3d

Curtis Sittenfeld Goes Home Again

The best-selling bard of female anxiety rakes over some middle school memories while visiting the city where she grew up.

The New York Times - 2d

Free college basketball parlay picks for Saturday, March 8 from proven model: Houston covers for 6-1 payout

SportsLine's computer model revealed its best bets for Saturday's college basketball schedule, which would return nearly +600 in a parlay

CBS Sports - 2d

Iowa State vs. Kansas State odds, how to watch, prediction, free picks: Model reveals picks for March 8, 2025

SportsLine's proven computer model has revealed its best bets for Kansas State vs. Iowa State Saturday on CBS and streaming on Paramount+

CBS Sports - 2d

Indiana vs. Ohio State odds, how to watch, prediction, free picks: Model reveals picks for March 8, 2025 game

SportsLine's proven computer model has revealed its best bets for Ohio State vs. Indiana Saturday on CBS and streaming on Paramount+

CBS Sports - 2d

2025 Shriners Children's 500 betting, predictions, odds: Top three NASCAR longshot picks for Phoenix Raceway

SportsLine's model has simulated the 2025 Shriners Children's 500 10,000 times and released its coveted NASCAR at Phoenix best bets

CBS Sports - 1d

Michigan State vs. Michigan odds, how to watch, prediction, free picks: Model reveals picks for March 9, 2025

SportsLine's proven computer model has revealed its best bets for Michigan Wolverines vs. Michigan State on CBS and streaming on Paramount+

CBS Sports - 1d

NHL playoff watch: Jets-Hurricanes a Stanley Cup Final preview?

Two of the league's best square off in a matchup that could repeat in June. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings, more.

ESPN - 13h

WATCH: Woman flies across country to surprise best friend who is 1st-time mom

Rachel Ritter and Mia Walters have been friends for more than 15 years!

ABC News - 3d

Marquette vs. St. John's odds, prediction: 2025 college basketball picks, March 8 best bets by proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its college basketball picks for the St. John's Red Storm vs. Marquette Golden Eagles on Saturday afternoon

CBS Sports - 2d

College football's best, worst coaching contracts: Buyer's remorse with Mike Norvell at Florida State?

Is Deion Sanders actually undervalued at Colorado? We sift through the Power Four financials

CBS Sports - 2d

These are the 10 best countries for working women—the U.S. isn't in the top 10: 'It really should be doing better,' expert says

The Economist compared working conditions for women across the 29 countries in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development.

CNBC - 2d

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