Plenty of household names fell short of expectations in 2025. Here are a handful who should expect a big return to form next season.

Ever wondered how many fails it took to finally nail that insane blitzball bat stunt?

As they took turns taking shots, Collin Sexton and LaMelo Ball showcased both the joy and competitive spirit that have made their dynamic work so well. The Charlotte Hornets had already ended a recent ...

This year's crystal ball in Times Square drop to celebrate 2026 will feature a patriotic touch for America's 250th birthday. The ball will sparkle in red, white and blue to usher in the new year and ...

Baseball teams have long searched for a way to study the entire swing without sensors or complex lab setups. Today, a new solution is entering the picture. Theia, an AI biomechanics company, debuted a ...

Lima, Peru — Bats have become the latest mammals susceptible to H5N1, the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus responsible for bird flu. In Peru, over a dozen vampire bats have been found carrying ...

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Magic: The Gathering’s Final Fantasy crossover set is a smashing success for so many reasons. Not only does it cater to nostalgia by showcasing beloved games and characters from across the series’ ...

A young man was beaten and stabbed to death near Times Square early Monday by three thugs who are still on the lam, according to police and sources. Daevon Silva, 23, was bashed with a baseball bat ...

Highlands, North Carolina — In the North Carolina town of Highlands, about 20 feet below ground in a goldmine from the 1800s, there is a race against time to save a bat population whose numbers are ...

New videos reveal the surprising dynamics of bat-rat relationships—and suggest how human activity is fueling these interspecies conflicts. A rat attacks a bat as it flies by in this still image from a ...

Search and rescue missions often happen in areas that are difficult for humans to navigate due to extreme weather, rough terrain, or dangerous conditions like smoke or dust. A researcher at Worcester ...