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The Sixers fell 119-109 to the Heat in Miami, surrendering the season series and hurting their two-way tiebreaker outlook as Miami closed with a decisive 10-0 run after Embiid and Maxey struggled against Miami’s zone; Philadelphia’s defensive rebounding and late-game execution were exposed, and they head to Washington next with seeding implications looming.
Spring in the Southwest remains unusually hot, with Phoenix-area temperatures near summer levels and authorities closing trails and issuing heat advisories as the heat persists.
A Lancet Global Health study projects that a warming world is pushing people toward greater inactivity—hot playgrounds, tougher workouts, and uncomfortable evening walks—potentially causing up to 520,000 additional deaths and about $2.59 billion in annual productivity losses by 2050.
Live coverage from the 2026 Oscars red carpet shows celebrities braving the LA heat while showcasing glamorous looks: Felicity Jones in pastel-yellow Prada, Timothée Chalamet in an all-white Givenchy ensemble (shades on, then off for photos), Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams mingling with reporters, Mikey Madison arriving in a Dior strapless gown, Miles Caton in burgundy Amiri, Jacob Elordi in Bottega Veneta, with the evening wrapping up as Chalamet, Elordi, Michael B. Jordan and Leonardo DiCaprio arrive in lineups of fashion and glamour.
A USC-led study analyzing data from more than 3,600 adults (56+) finds exposure to extreme heat, defined by heat index levels from the National Weather Service, accelerates biological aging as measured by epigenetic clocks. Participants in hot, humid regions showed up to about 14 extra months of aging, and clocks indicated 1–6 years of accelerated aging, with older adults at higher risk; findings underscore potential health and policy implications amid warming climates.
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in NBA history, in a win over the Wizards, but the piece argues the night was built on controversial tactics—extensive intentional fouling and a high volume of free throws (36 for 43 in the final frame). It portrays the performance as manufactured rather than earned, recalling Kobe Bryant’s 81 while Lakers fans boo the milestone; reactions from players like Robert Horry warn against cheating the game, LeBron James expresses support for Adebayo, and Heat coach Erik Spoelstra says he was caught up in the moment. The column concludes that records may be broken, but this night felt engineered rather than purely basketball artistry.
LA Marathon organizers announced that runners who exit the course at the 18-mile mark could still receive a finisher medal due to forecasted heat, a move critics say undermines marathon standards and promotes an easier, participation-trophy mindset.
With temperatures nearing the 80s, Los Angeles Marathon organizers announced a one-year option for runners to exit at mile 18 and still receive a finisher medal, citing safety over distance. About 26,000 people were registered, and the move drew mixed reactions from runners who either praised prioritizing health or questioned the prestige of a medal for an incomplete race.
Climate Central finds the world’s top five coffee producers now face about 57 extra days annually with temperatures above 30C, with El Salvador adding 99 hot days, Brazil 70 and Ethiopia 34, risking arabica yields; as prices for arabica and robusta surge, adaptation funding for smallholders remains woefully insufficient, prompting initiatives like Oromia’s energy-efficient stoves, while governments must scale climate action to safeguard future coffee supplies.
Tom Noonan, a versatile American actor known for Michael Mann collaborations on Manhunter and Heat, died at 74. His death was confirmed by director Fred Dekker, with tributes from colleagues such as Karen Sillas highlighting his artistry and kindness. Noonan’s career spanned stage and screen—from off-Broadway to RoboCop 2, The Monster Squad, The Pledge, Synecdoche, New York, Anomalisa (voice) and Wonderstruck—plus TV roles on The X-Files, The Leftovers, and more; he also wrote What Happened Was…, later adapted as The Wife.
Rolling Stone’s 101 takeaways from Bart Layton’s Crime 101 frame a stylish Los Angeles–set jewel heist thriller that nods to Heat while delivering a high-profile ensemble (Hemsworth as the consummate thief, Ruffalo and Hawkins as weary cops, Berry as an underestimated insurer, and Barry Keoghan as a menacing new villain). The piece asimismo uses the film to comment on industry ageism and gender, praises the action and period-accurate needle-drops, and notes a finale that ties the threads while leaning on familiar crime-movie tropes. Amazon is giving the movie a theatrical release with a reported $93 million budget, marking a modern throwback that still feels fresh in its own right.
Jannik Sinner battled cramps in extreme heat at Rod Laver Arena, helped by the roof being closed under the Australian Open Heat Stress Scale, then won three straight sets to defeat Eliott Spizzirri and reach the fourth round, while fans inundated X with conspiracy theories about the roof timing.
Melbourne's extreme heat at the Australian Open triggered the Heat Stress Scale, forcing roof closures on the main show courts and pausing outdoor play. Jannik Sinner battled cramping against Eliot Spizzirri before a 10-minute cooling break was taken after the third set; Musetti and Machac paused on John Cain Arena and later finished under a roof, while Nosková's match on Kia Arena also paused due to the lack of a roof. Play was not expected to resume on outdoor courts until about 5:30 p.m. local time, with Sinner ultimately winning 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4.
A winter storm bringing freezing rain threatens to cut electricity and heat for millions across the U.S., as utility crews work to repair damaged lines and communities brace for outages and cold temperatures.
Facing a forecast of around 38°C (100°F), the Australian Open moved Day 7 to start at 10:30 a.m. on the main courts and added a fifth match on Margaret Court Arena, with roofs used on the big venues to provide shade and fewer singles on Kia Arena, which remains open to the elements, as organizers implement heat-management measures amid rising temperatures.