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The band known for their big sound, big personalities, and even bigger hairstyles are hitting the road again. Mötley Crüe revealed its 2026 Return of Carnival of Sins tour. The new tour will feature updated music and special guests Tesla and Extreme. The tour comes 45 years after their debut. Mötley Crüe rose to fame […]
It’s a digital world and we’re just traveling through it. Apple is expanding its Wallet app with a new Digital ID feature designed to make air travel easier. Travelers can use their iPhone or Apple Watch to show ID at more than 250 TSA checkpoints nationwide. The feature, part of iOS 26, lets users create […]
Penske Entertainment Corp. and Gainbridge are sticking together for the long run. The two announced a new multi-year deal that keeps Gainbridge as the presenting sponsor of the Indianapolis 500. They didn’t share the details, but both sides say the partnership is based on shared values — innovation, excellence, and making every second count. “Partnering […]
Indiana’s 2025 firearm deer hunting season is right around the corner, and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wants hunters to be ready for a few important changes. According to state deer biologist Joe Caudell, the updates are meant to make things easier for everyone. “For a lot of new hunters or people moving from […]
Diminishing battery? Outdated features? Old Camera? Despite these, many Americans are still holding onto their old iPhones. Buying the newest iPhone isn’t as easy a choice right now. With prices rising and inflation still biting, many Americans say they’re skipping an upgrade. A new survey from WalletHub found that 59% of people plan to hold […]
Ever sleep with the lights on — or still keep that childhood stuffed animal nearby? You’re not alone. Many adults never outgrow their childhood fear and are scared of the dark. A new Talker Research survey found that nearly three in 10 Americans still feel uneasy when the lights go out. Among 2,000 adults surveyed: […]
Political divides don’t just show up in elections—they can show up on Indiana roads too. A new study from the University of Cincinnati found that drivers are more likely to react with anger toward bad drivers when those cars display a bumper sticker from the opposing political party. Researchers say it’s another example of how […]
Americans are being hit harder by scams than anyone else in the world, experts say — and it’s taking a toll on consumer confidence. New research shows the average American faces about 100 scam attempts every month, including fake emails, calls, and text messages. A survey of 10,500 adults across 11 countries found that Americans […]
Convenience stores like WaWa, Sheetz, Buc-cees and Casey’s General Stores are pulling in more breakfast customers, and fast-food chains are feeling the loss. A new report from Circana shows morning visits to fast-food restaurants rose just 1% in the three months ending in July. During the same time, visits to food-forward convenience stores jumped 9%. […]
Blues Traveler and the Gin Blossoms are teaming up for a special show in Central Indiana. The two bands will co-headline the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation’s second annual Legacy Celebration. The concert is set for Feb. 20, 2026, at the Fishers Event Center, located at 11000 Stockdale St. Tickets for the Fishers concert go on […]
Ed Sheeran is set to perform at Lucas Oil Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 with his highly anticipated Loop Tour. The stop is one of more than 20 dates across North America, giving fans in Indianapolis a chance to see the singer live. Sheeran released his eighth studio album, Play, on Sept. 12. Presale begins […]
A Fort Wayne man has grown the tallest sunflower in the world. Alex Babich raised the massive flower in his backyard. The record-breaking sunflower reached an incredible 35 feet and 9 inches. That’s as tall as a telephone pole. Guinness World Records confirmed the feat last week. The flower, named “Clover,” beat the previous record […]