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Sept. 30, 2026, 3:49 p.m. ET Metallica will begin a 24-show residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas on Oct. 1. The "Life Burns Faster" concert series has been extended with dates into 2026 and 2027. The residency will feature the band's "No Repeat Weekend" format with different setlists for consecutive shows. Last-minute tickets are still available for the opening night and other upcoming performances. Metallica's highly anticipated residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas begins Thursday, Oct.

From bear country to remote backcountry trails, this EPA-registered wildlife deterrent helps outdoor enthusiasts stay prepared Kyley Warren Special to USA TODAY 10BEST Sept. 30, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET If there's one thing I've learned from solo hiking, it's that no amount of hiked miles or completed trails can prepare you for an unexpected wildlife encounter.

Sept. 30, 2026, 10:32 a.m. ET MLB Wild Card Game 2s continue on Wednesday, Sept. 30. It's win or go home for the Phillies, Astros, Red Sox and Cubs. All four games air live on Peacock, with the first beginning at 2 p.m. ET. The other games begin at 5 p.m., 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. ET Opening day of the 2026 MLB Playoffs started off with plenty of fireworks and now four teams are on the brink of elimination facing a win-or-go-home Game 2 on Wednesday.

A rare Super El Niño is expected to cause tumultuous travel conditions through the winter and into Spring 2027. Travelers may experience disruptions like heavy rain, flight-delaying storms, and variable snow conditions. Experts advise travelers to be flexible, book refundable fares, and allow for longer connection times. — Our editors and readers independently select what you see on 10BEST. When you buy through a link on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Vineyard Vines has up to 65% off, but only through tonight If you've been waiting for a reason to finally pull the trigger on Vineyard Vines, this might be it. The brand's limited-time outlet sale is packed with savings of up to 65% off sale items, giving shoppers the opportunity to score discounts on hundreds of styles across men's, women's and kids' collections.

Ohio is the only state with two locations in USA TODAY's 10BEST for fall colors. Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Hocking Hills State Park offer fall foliage views among stunning natural surroundings. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources predicts a vibrant fall foliage season this year. Fall colors are expected to peak across Ohio from mid-October to early November. It's primed to be a vibrant fall, and Ohio is among the best places in the nation to view the changing leaves this year.

Dedicated puzzlers know the daily crossword isn’t just a game – it's a chance to unwind. A moment of quiet to block out all the noise. A ritual. Today, that ritual gets even sweeter as USA TODAY PLAY launches the MidGrid puzzle, a new medium-sized 9x9 grid, in addition to the existing Quick Cross and Crossword games.

Sept. 28, 2026, 7:01 a.m. ET The boys golf postseason is underway. Here's our look at what's happening and who has advanced: Watch Ohio High School Sports Live on NFHS Network all year District Qualifiers Please note, some sectionals haven't been played yet: Need a news break?

Sept. 28, 2026, 6:22 a.m. ET The Philadelphia Eagles (2-0) and the Chicago Bears (1-1) meet for Monday Night Football in Week 3 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN / ABC). Let's analyze NFL odds around the Eagles vs. Bears odds and make our expert NFL picks and predictions for the best bets. The Bears lead the all-time series 30-17-1, including a 24-15 win in Philadelphia last season.

Sept. 28, 2026, 6:09 a.m. ET As Election Day looms and campaigns enter their final stretch, three candidates running to represent a chunk of Northeast Ohio are continuing their pitch to voters. Incumbent Democrat Emilia Sykes, Republican challenger Carey Coleman and independent contender Sandeep Dixit have eight days before early voting begins and residents in three counties start casting their votes in the race for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. In 2025, the 13th District was redrawn.