Duke comes back to prevent an upset against No. 16 Siena in the first round of March Madness.

Duke Survives Upset Bid from Siena in NCAA Tournament The Duke Blue Devils managed to dodge historical embarrassment in the NCAA Tournament. They faced a tight challenge from the No. 16 Siena Saints but ultimately pulled through with a 71-65 victory in the opening round. Historically, it’s rare for a 16th-seeded team to knock out […]
Arizona community experiences the highest March temperature on record in the US

Record Heat in Arizona as March Temperatures Soar The Arizona desert has just hit a significant milestone, recording the hottest March temperature ever noted in the United States on Thursday, amid a persistent heatwave affecting the West Coast. This remarkable temperature was observed near Lake Martinez, a remote area within the Yuma Desert, according to […]
St. John’s is staying focused as it prepares for its first challenge in March Madness.

SAN DIEGO — Reflections on St. John’s NCAA Tournament Seeding There’s been quite a buzz about St. John’s NCAA Tournament seeding, especially considering that the Big East champions, both regular season and postseason, seem to have been overlooked. Some folks are optimistic about Rick Pitino’s Red Storm as potential underdogs for the Final Four. But […]
Trent Perry’s ascent makes UCLA basketball a threat during March Madness

PHILADELPHIA — Trent Perry couldn’t help but break into a little celebratory dance after landing a step-back 3-pointer over his team manager. On the eve of the NCAA Tournament, during a casual shooting practice, the UCLA guard hit most of his 3-pointers, taking pass after pass from the corner. His expression changed to disbelief when […]
4 March Madness surprises, featuring Akron and VCU

Cinderella Candidates for the NCAA Tournament In today’s college basketball landscape, the influence of NIL deals and the transfer portal makes it tougher to spot potential Cinderella stories for the NCAA Tournament. Top programs regularly scoop up skilled players from other teams, resulting in a dominance of super teams while many mid-major teams scramble to […]
High Point coach criticizes top teams following March Madness win against Wisconsin

High Point Wildcats Celebrate Historic March Madness Win High Point University has made headlines by achieving its first victory in the NCAA March Madness tournament. The Panthers, seeded 12th, pulled off a remarkable comeback against the fifth-seeded Wisconsin Badgers, finishing the game with a nail-biting score of 83-82. This win is particularly noteworthy given that […]
Chase Johnston and High Point surprise Wisconsin in the first big upset of March Madness 2026

March Madness Kicks Off with High Point Upset March Madness has begun with an exciting matchup featuring High Point University. The 12th-seeded Panthers triumphed over the 5th-seeded Wisconsin Badgers, pulling off a nail-biting 83-82 victory in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. Chase Johnston, a graduate from the moderately-sized […]
Nebraska entered men’s March Madness history, with the Sweet 16 now in sight.

Nebraska Cornhuskers Break Tournament Streak For years, a remarkable statistic loomed over the Nebraska Cornhuskers—one that highlighted their ongoing struggles in NCAA tournaments compared to other power conferences. This narrative shifted dramatically at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The Cornhuskers entered the 2026 Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament as the lone team in their power […]
Gold price update for March 19, 2026

As of 8:45 a.m. ET today, gold is priced at $4,551 per ounce. This marks a decrease of $310 from the same time yesterday, but it has risen by $1,507 compared to a year ago. If you’re considering a hedge against inflation, gold might be worth your attention. Historically, gold tends to maintain an upward […]
The Big Ten’s long wait for a national title looms over men’s March Madness. Could this be the year it is broken?

One of the more compelling narratives to watch in March Madness is the ongoing championship drought for the Big Ten in men’s basketball. It’s been more than 25 years since they last claimed a title, which was back in 2000 when Michigan State triumphed under the renowned coach Tom Izzo. Over the course of the […]