A curated selection of today’s most interesting stories from 61 RSS sources.
Sports
NCAA Bracket Struggles but Spurs/Suns Thrills
My NCAA bracket could’ve started off better, but caught the last couple minutes of Spurs/Suns, so good. Officially back in the playoffs. 🏀
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/03/19/my-ncaa-bracket-couldve-started.html
Downstream 115: Apple’s F1, FCC TV Sports, and World Cup Coverage
Sports Corner! Jason and Will discuss Apple and F1, the FCC and “free” TV sports, World Cup issues, and then we make some TV picks. [Downstream+ subscribers also got to hear us talk a lot about baseball!]
Go to the podcast page.
Source: https://sixcolors.com/podcast/2026/03/downstream-115-everythings-british/
Master Your Jump Shot With This March Madness Guide
With March Madness underway, learn how proper mechanics and repetition can transform your basketball shot into a consistent, fluid motion. This guide covers stance, hand placement, and follow-through techniques that help players of all levels build a reliable jump shot—whether you’re playing pickup ball or coaching your kids.
Source: https://www.artofmanliness.com/skills/how-to/how-to-shoot-a-basketball/ \n## Technology
Epilogue Android Update Finally Lands With Enhanced Book Search
Micro.blog has released the long-overdue Epilogue update for Android, featuring improved book search functionality that was ready for some time. The developer acknowledged the oversight while highlighting the challenges of managing multiple apps and versions across different platforms.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/03/19/just-realized-today-that-we.html
A Refreshing Approach to AI-Assisted Coding
Wondering if I use AI-assisted coding differently than a lot of developers. I don’t chat with AI forever to come up with a perfect plan and then have it execute it. I use AI the same way I would code traditionally, iterating quickly with dozens of quick changes. Still feels like programming.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/03/19/wondering-if-i-use-aiassisted.html
Testing GPT-5.4 API: Higher Cost, Better Performance
I’m testing GPT-5.4 via the API. The pricing is interesting. 5.4-mini and 5.4-nano are about 3x as expensive, but they are apparently much better, so I switched one call from 5-mini to 5.4-nano.
Meanwhile for coding I use 5.4 high with /fast and can’t burn through tokens fast enough. Really good.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/03/19/im-testing-gpt-via-the.html
MarsEdit 5.4.1 Brings macOS Versions Support and Share Extension Improvements
MarsEdit 5.4.1 introduces native macOS Versions document history with a Time Machine-style interface, letting you browse previous drafts without relying on WordPress. The update also enhances the Share Extension for sending text directly to MarsEdit and fixes bugs across text editors. While the versions feature doesn’t highlight differences, it allows text selection for external diff tools.
Source: https://mjtsai.com/blog/2026/03/19/marsedit-5-4-1/
Building a Podcast Player with AI: A Real Coding Transcript
A fascinating look at iterative AI-assisted development, showing how Codex helped build podcast playback for Inkwell for Mac through natural conversation. The transcript reveals UI design as sculpting—discovering the interface through building, with Codex handling implementation details while the developer refined the vision.
Source: https://www.manton.org/2026/03/19/ai-coding-transcript.html \n## Entertainment
MacSparky’s March Q&A Features Puppy Cameo and Bonsai Tour
Sparky’s quarterly Q&A returns with an outdoor setting, complete with an adorable puppy cameo and a bonsai garden tour to wrap things up. This exclusive content is available for MacSparky Labs Members only.
Source: https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2026/03/macsparky-qa-march-2026/
Schauspielerin Collien Fernandes zeigt Ex-Mann Christian Ulmen an
Die Schauspielerin Collien Fernandes erhebt schwere Vorwürfe gegen ihren Ex-Mann Christian Ulmen. Er soll sie in sozialen Netzen traumatisierend hintergangen haben.
SMBC Comic Explores Love with Witty Twist
A daily webcomic titled ‘Love’ with bonus content and witty hovertext commentary.
Source: https://www.smbc-comics.com/comic/love-9
New Usagi Yojimbo Series Transforms the Samurai Rabbit into a 1984 Osaka Thief
Dark Horse Comics launches a bold modern reimagining of Stan Sakai’s beloved franchise, following Kaitō Usagi—a descendant of the original Miyamoto turned robin hood-style thief in 1984 Osaka. The series respectfully adapts the classic spirit with a contemporary twist, featuring familiar characters reimagined alongside Yakuza threats and high-stakes heists.
Source: https://geekdad.com/2026/03/usagi-yojimbo-kaito-84-issue-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=usagi-yojimbo-kaito-84-issue-1 \n## Science
Ancient Weapons Upgrade: When Bow and Arrow Arrived in North America
New research reveals that North Americans adopted the bow and arrow around 1,400 years ago, replacing the earlier atlatl and dart weapons. The transition played out differently across regions—southern populations adopted bows almost immediately, while northern groups gradually phased out their existing weapons over a millennium.
Source: https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/03/study-pinpoints-when-bow-and-arrow-came-to-north-america/
Braune Zwerge rotieren langsamer als riesige Gasplaneten
Astronomen haben einen entscheidenden Unterschied zwischen braunen Zwergen und riesigen Gasplaneten entdeckt: Braune Zwerge drehen sich deutlich langsamer. Diese Erkenntnis könnte helfen, die bislang schwierige Abgrenzung dieser beiden Himmelskörper-Klassen zu vereinfachen und das Verständnis ihrer Entstehung zu vertiefen.
Perseverance-Entdeckung auf dem Mars: uraltes Flusssystem im Boden
Perseverance erforscht ausgetrocknete Flüsse auf dem Mars. Tief im Boden hat der Rover Hinweise auf Vorgänger gefunden.
Source: https://www.heise.de/news/Perseverance-findet-Hinweise-auf-uraltes-Flusssystem-im-Marsboden-11217632.html?wt_mc=rss.red.ho.ho.atom.beitrag.beitrag \n## Politics
Trump’s Bizarre Pearl Harbor Joke Stuns Japanese Diplomats
Javier C. Hernández, reporting for The New York Times:
He was responding to a question about why Japan and other allies had received no advance notice of the U.S.-Israeli assault on Iran.
“We didn’t tell anybody about it because we wanted surprise,” he said. “Who knows better about surprise than Japan, OK? Why didn’t you tell me about Pearl Harbor, OK? Right?”
There was some laughter from the officials and journalists gathered in the room. “You believe in surprise, I think, much more so than us,” he added.
As Trump sinks further into dementia and his presidency slides further into disarray, his administration, in a sick way, gets funnier and funnier.
The Economic Blowback from Trump’s Iran War
Anne Applebaum details how Trump’s systematic alienation of European allies has left America isolated, while the Iran conflict threatens to push oil prices to $150-200 per barrel. The Economist notes the irony: while Trump claims victory, the remaining Iranian capability has disrupted 10-15% of global oil supply, hurting American consumers at the pump.
European Court Blocks Police from Mass Biometric Data Collection
The European Court of Justice has ruled that police cannot systematically collect fingerprints and other biometric data from suspects without individual case review, declaring blanket collection practices violate EU law. This landmark decision strengthens digital privacy rights and limits law enforcement’s ability to stockpile personal data, establishing clearer boundaries for biometric surveillance across European Union member states.
Iran bricht Rekord: Die längste Internetsperre der Landesgeschichte
Erst im Januar hat die Islamische Republik das Internet länger gesperrt als je zuvor. Nun wurde dieser Rekord gebrochen – mit dramatischen Folgen.
Biometrische Überwachung: Deutschlands riskanter Weg um EU-Recht
Die Bundesregierung plant biometrische Gesichtsscans für die Polizei, um Fahndungsfotos mit Internetbildern abzugleichen. Kritiker warnen vor einem juristischen Trick, der EU-Verordnungen umgehen soll – während Anonymität als Schutzschild für Demokratie und Minderheiten gefährdet wäre. Die eigentliche Frage: Wer kontrolliert diese Allmacht und welche Folgen hätte sie in falschen Händen?
Source: https://www.basicthinking.de/blog/2026/03/19/fahndung-per-selfie-biometrische-gesichtsscans/ \n## Health
RFK Jr. Has Destroyed Over a Quarter of Health Dept’s Expert Panels
In his role as health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.—a long-time anti-vaccine activist with no background in science, medicine, or public health—has made headlines for his thorough perversion of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory panel. In June, Kennedy fired all 17 independent experts who made up the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP. The panel sets federal vaccination guidance that dictates insurance coverage and influences state school requirements.
Easy Sheet-Pan Salmon With Mustard and Asparagus
This simple yet elegant packet dinner combines tender salmon fillets with fresh asparagus in a tangy mustard glaze. The foil-packet cooking method locks in flavors while making cleanup effortless, perfect for busy weeknights when you want a healthy, restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes.
Source: https://www.seriouseats.com/salmon-mustard-asparagus-packet-recipe-11929705
Why I Traded My Perfect Lawn for Native Plants and a Sickle
After years of maintaining a chemically-treated lawn, the author transformed their yard into a thriving native plant ecosystem, reducing turf by 40% and supporting local biodiversity. Six years later, they’ve embraced sustainable gardening practices while discovering the unexpected appeal of a Japanese sickle for maintaining clean lawn edges.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/elegital-kana-hoe-japanese-sickle-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS%20Feed \n## Business
Prediction Markets Court Journalists with Partnership Deals
Prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi are striking deals with mainstream media outlets and individual journalists to boost credibility and visibility. From Golden Globes broadcasts to AP election data licensing, these platforms are aggressively integrating into news coverage.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/news/897388/kalshi-polymarket-journalists-partnership-deals
Transform 2026: Wie Unternehmen mit der KI-Transformation Schritt halten
Auf der Transform 2026 Konferenz stand die rasanten Veränderungen durch KI im Fokus - und die wachsende Überforderung von Unternehmen, mit dieser Entwicklung Schritt zu halten. Diskutiert wurden Strategien gegen den Transformation Overload und Lösungsansätze für nachhaltige Veränderungsprozesse in der Unternehmenspraxis.
Iran vergreift sich an Katars Energieanlagen – Angst vor Energiekrieg
Die iranischen Angriffe auf Katars Energieanlagen haben weitreichende Folgen für den Weltmarkt. Eine wichtige Aussage des US-Präsidenten wird angezweifelt.
Alibaba Cloud erhöht Preise massiv: KI-Dienste bis zu 34 Prozent teurer
Alibaba Cloud hat angekündigt, die Preise für KI-Computing, Storage und weitere Cloud-Dienstleistungen signifikant anzuheben. Besonders betroffen sind GPU-Instanzen, die bis zu 34 Prozent mehr kosten werden. Die Preiserhöhungen könnten Unternehmen, die auf Alibaba-Infrastruktur für ihre KI-Projekte angewiesen sind, vor erhebliche Kostenschwierigkeiten stellen und zu einer Neubewertung ihrer Cloud-Strategie zwingen.
Drohende Arbeitslosigkeit: „Es gibt nur zwei Strategien, richtig zu reagieren"
Was tun, wenn der Arbeitsplatz mehr oder weniger stark wackelt? „Aktiv werden und bloß nicht abwarten, was passiert“, rät ein Wirtschaftspsychologe.
Source: https://www.heise.de/news/Drohende-Arbeitslosigkeit-Es-gibt-nur-zwei-Strategien-richtig-zu-reagieren-11217992.html?wt_mc=rss.red.ho.ho.atom.beitrag.beitrag \n## History
16 Millionen NSDAP-Mitgliedskarten jetzt online einsehbar
War der eigene Opa ein Nazi? Diese Frage kann nun über das US-Nationalarchiv beantwortet werden. Erstmals sind Mitgliedskarteien der NSDAP online einsehbar.
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