Morning Edition
Wed, Mar 18, 2026, 8:58 AM
Gaming dominates with major drops and hardware news, while Paralympic victories and crypto resilience round out a busy cultural slate.
From Your Network
Marvel Rivals Season 7 drops Friday
Time-travel crossover event launches in two days with new maps and plague mechanic.
⚠️ New York is on the brink. The hunt is on. Forces from 2099's Nueva York have begun pouring into modern-day New York, turning the city into ground zero for their expansion. As a temporal plague spreads from the Alchemax Tower and martial law tightens across the city, Mayor Fisk is ready to do whatever it takes to restore order. But in darkness, those who navigate the shadows truly shine... Season 7 begins on March 20 UTC! When time shatters, survival becomes the only rule.
Xbox Project Helix console-PC hybrid revealed
Microsoft’s next hardware aims to blur console and PC gaming, signaling a shift for Xbox strategy.
A new Xbox is in development, and Microsoft has created a fascinating challenge for itself: a gaming console and PC hybrid called Project Helix. How will a PC-first mindset dictate the machine's specifications, and how much might it cost? https://t.co/DHSBn8CRaK
WWM 1.4 desert expansion live now
100-hour content drop adds Hexi region and boss rush rewards for open-world fans.
🏜️ Version 1.4 Home Afar is Out Now! WWM Desert: 100h Mega Expansion — Ride the wind to the sands, your Hexi adventure begins. Defeat the boss & win epic rewards. Tap to play the mini-game, defeat the boss, and win rewards. Follow the account to claim your prize!
USA wheelchair curling beats Italy in thriller
Last-stone victory keeps American medal hopes alive at Winter Paralympics.
Team USA WINS a wheelchair curling duel with Italy that came down to the final stone. 🥌 https://t.co/G8RGXmcoEk
Project Hail Mary film hits IMAX March 20
Andy Weir adaptation lands in two days with exclusive large-format screenings.
When in space, just put yourself out there! Project Hail Mary — only in theaters and IMAX 3.20.26. Get tickets now at link in bio. https://t.co/i2fgrylMB7
Bitcoin holds firm as oil spikes
Crypto resilience amid inflation fears reinforces store-of-value narrative for traders.
Oil is spiking, inflation is creeping back up and bitcoin is hanging in there. Maybe Boring Bitcoin means people Buy Bitcoin?! https://t.co/AMIlfvLFni
Norway wins Oscar for Best International Feature
Scandinavian cinema scores another Academy recognition, boosting streaming interest.
Norway secures the Oscar for Best International Feature Film. https://t.co/qbmWkKLK70
Beast Games $5M winner crowned
Tyler takes record prize as Prime Video drops full second season for binge watchers.
Behind the scenes with Tyler after winning $5M in Beast Games 2! All 10 episodes available now on @primevideo 👀 https://t.co/IoWWietpLM