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Nor'easter Forces MLB to Compress Cubs-Red Sox Finale, Sparking Pitching Concerns
sports19 days ago

Nor'easter Forces MLB to Compress Cubs-Red Sox Finale, Sparking Pitching Concerns

A severe nor'easter threatening New England has forced Major League Baseball to compress the final regular-season series between the Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs into a Friday doubleheader at Fenway Park. The schedule change prioritizes the Cubs' wild-card race, while the Red Sox, who have already clinched a playoff spot, face logistical disruptions. Manager Chad Tracy acknowledged potential neutral-site games, while Cubs manager Craig Counsell criticized the move for disrupting pitching rotations.

via Boston.com|
#boston-red-sox#chicago-cubs#mlb
Wrigley Field volleyball delays spark dance-off and crowd-boosting moments
sports1 month ago

Wrigley Field volleyball delays spark dance-off and crowd-boosting moments

At Chicago’s Wrigley Field, the Nebraska–Missouri women’s volleyball match was suspended due to hazardously humid, slippery outdoor court conditions after 43,067 fans had packed the stands; while crews tried to dry the surface and a logo was removed for traction, players from both teams kept the energy high with a towel-drying effort and a dance battle, and Andi Jackson led a crowd sing-along before the game was ultimately suspended and not rescheduled, with Kentucky–Penn State going ahead earlier that evening.

via NBC News|
#college-volleyball#ncaa#nebraska-cornhuskers
Lollapalooza 2026 opens in Grant Park amid rain and mud
entertainment2 months ago

Lollapalooza 2026 opens in Grant Park amid rain and mud

Lollapalooza 2026 opened at Grant Park in Chicago with rain causing delays and muddy grounds. Organizers postponed door opening, provided live updates on lineup and schedule, and outlined the bag policy; city officials noted weather shelters and coordinated transit adjustments as CTA/Metra boost service for the four-day event, while aftershows and weekend activities continue.

via ABC7 Chicago|
#bag-policy#entertainment#grant-park
Fitzpatrick Joins Scottish Open Lead as McIlroy Struggles Through Fog-Halted Round
sports3 months ago

Fitzpatrick Joins Scottish Open Lead as McIlroy Struggles Through Fog-Halted Round

Matt Fitzpatrick surged into a share of the Genesis Scottish Open lead at 11-under after a rapid start, but a late bogey left him tied with Michael Thorbjornsen as Rory McIlroy struggled in an unfinished third round halted twice by fog (haar) at the Renaissance Club. Johnny Keefer posted a 64 to set the clubhouse target at 10-under, with Gotterup, Wyndham Clark and Jordan Smith among others on 10-under after 54 holes remained to be completed.

via BBC|
#golf#matt-fitzpatrick#rory-mcilroy
Philly’s Fourth of July Unity Concert Goes On Amid Storm Delays
local3 months ago

Philly’s Fourth of July Unity Concert Goes On Amid Storm Delays

Philadelphia’s One Philly: Unity Concert for America delivered a star-studded Fourth of July performance on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, with Christina Aguilera, Will Smith, Meek Mill, Jill Scott and The Roots among the artists; gates opened late and the show began at 5 p.m. ET, streamed on NBC10, as severe storms prompted a delay, and a fireworks display followed around 11:30 p.m. The event, hosted by Wanda Sykes, is part of the city’s celebrations for America's 250th birthday.

via NBC10 Philadelphia|
#fourth-of-july#local#nbc10
Storms loom as World Cup warm-ups face weather delays
sports4 months ago

Storms loom as World Cup warm-ups face weather delays

England’s friendly with Costa Rica in Orlando was halted by thunderstorms, a reminder that volatile weather could disrupt World Cup 2026 preparations and scheduling. Tuchel said the delay gave a “little taste” of what could happen; NOAA guidelines govern stoppages, and while some US venues have retractable roofs to mitigate storms, repeated delays risk affecting teams’ rhythm and fans’ viewing plans ahead of the tournament.

via BBC|
#football#sports#thunderstorms
Weather Windows Drive Race to Drill Thwaites Glacier
science9 months ago

Weather Windows Drive Race to Drill Thwaites Glacier

A 10-person team aboard the icebreaker Araon is attempting to drill into Thwaites Glacier to install instruments in the warming seawater beneath, aiming to gauge melt and potential sea-level rise. Repeated weather changes and low visibility have repeatedly halted helicopter flights and delayed operations, with the crew surveying for a safe drilling site and even considering overnight camping on the ice. The team plans to push forward for about a week to seize any favorable window before the ship must depart, hoping to finish before February 10.

via The New York Times|
#antarctica#borehole-data-collection#drilling-expedition
Belgian Grand Prix 2025: Spa Race Delayed by Rain and Live Updates
sports1 year ago

Belgian Grand Prix 2025: Spa Race Delayed by Rain and Live Updates

The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps experienced delays due to heavy rain and poor visibility, with safety concerns leading to race suspension. Drivers and teams are waiting for better conditions, highlighting issues with track drainage and spray, while Max Verstappen expressed frustration over the delay. The event remains uncertain as weather conditions continue to impact the race schedule.

via BBC|
#belgian-grand-prix#f1#race-updates
Chelsea Coach Questions US Suitability for FIFA Events Amid Weather Delays
sports1 year ago

Chelsea Coach Questions US Suitability for FIFA Events Amid Weather Delays

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca criticized the weather-related delays during the Club World Cup in American cities, arguing that frequent suspensions disrupt the game’s flow and question whether certain American locations are suitable for hosting such events, especially with upcoming tournaments like the World Cup in thunderstorms-prone cities.

via NBC Sports|
#american-cities#chelsea#club-world-cup
"SpaceX Ax-3 Astronaut Crew's Dramatic Splashdown Off Florida Coast"
spacescience2 years ago

"SpaceX Ax-3 Astronaut Crew's Dramatic Splashdown Off Florida Coast"

The first all-European private astronaut mission, Ax-3, finally returned to Earth after spending an extra six days in space due to stormy weather near Florida. The crew successfully splashed down off the Florida coast after conducting more than 30 experiments in microgravity, including biomedical research, sleep, bone health, space weather, and cooking pasta in space. The mission marked the first all-European human spaceflight to the ISS with a crew from Italy, Turkey, and Sweden, and it was the second Axiom Space mission for the crew's commander, Michael López-Alegría.

via Fox Weather |
#astronaut-mission#international-space-station#spacescience