<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Trending Newz Now</title><description>Headlines from coast to coast.</description><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/</link><item><title>SpaceX Shares Surge on Record Earnings</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/spacex-shares-surge-on-record-earnings/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/spacex-shares-surge-on-record-earnings/</guid><description>Investors are repricing SpaceX stock upward following a third-quarter report that significantly exceeded revenue and profit expectations.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Mariana Delgado</author></item><item><title>NHTSA Proposes Cyan Lighting Standard for Autonomous Vehicles</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/nhtsa-proposes-cyan-lighting-standard-for-autonomous-vehicles/</link><guid 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Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Mei Ling</author></item><item><title>One-Fifteen: Greece Sets the Age Floor for Social Media Access</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/one-fifteen-greece-sets-the-age-floor-for-social-media-access/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/one-fifteen-greece-sets-the-age-floor-for-social-media-access/</guid><description>Athens mandates strict age verification for under-15s starting next year, a move critics call a test case for broader European digital regulation.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Miguel Hernandez</author></item><item><title>AI data center expansion displaces wolves into Finnish villages</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/ai-data-center-expansion-displaces-wolves-into-finnish-villages/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/ai-data-center-expansion-displaces-wolves-into-finnish-villages/</guid><description>Unauthorized forest clearings for new servers have pushed wildlife toward residential areas, prompting regulatory stop-work orders and local safety concerns.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Min-jun Kim</author></item><item><title>Nvidia CEO&apos;s Viral Microduck Demo Ignites Record-Breaking Toy Rush</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/nvidia-ceo-s-viral-microduck-demo-ignites-record-breaking-toy-rush/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/nvidia-ceo-s-viral-microduck-demo-ignites-record-breaking-toy-rush/</guid><description>A whimsical showcase of robotic ducks at GTC Berlin has driven preorders past 20,000, positioning the devices as top contenders for holiday sales.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Mykola Bondarenko</author></item><item><title>Pentagon Betting Ban: New Memo Targets Military Use of Prediction Markets</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pentagon-betting-ban-new-memo-targets-military-use-of-prediction-markets/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pentagon-betting-ban-new-memo-targets-military-use-of-prediction-markets/</guid><description>Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed military leaders to restrict personnel from wagering on defense outcomes to prevent enemies from tracking US strategic moves.</description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Amy Swan</author></item><item><title>Virginia State Senator Louise Lucas Charged in Federal Racketeering and Marijuana Case</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/feds-charge-virginia-democrat-louise-lucas-with-racketeering-marijuana-conspirac/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/feds-charge-virginia-democrat-louise-lucas-with-racketeering-marijuana-conspirac/</guid><description>Federal prosecutors have charged the veteran Democratic lawmaker with racketeering, money laundering conspiracy and conspiracy to distribute marijuana in a case tied to a cannabis business she co-owns, while she and Democrats question the timing.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Neha Iyer</author></item><item><title>Suffolk Council Votes to Pause Data Center Projects While It Writes Rules</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/suffolk-approves-temporary-data-center-ban/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/suffolk-approves-temporary-data-center-ban/</guid><description>Suffolk&apos;s City Council unanimously approved a temporary moratorium on data centers, giving the city time to set regulations before any projects advance.</description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Rahul Mehta</author></item><item><title>Two Arrested After Series of Honda Thefts Leads Richmond Police to Petersburg Chop Shop</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/2-arrests-made-after-25-hondas-stolen/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/2-arrests-made-after-25-hondas-stolen/</guid><description>Richmond police say two men face charges after 25 Hondas were stolen in recent weeks and investigators found a suspected chop shop with dozens of vehicle parts in Petersburg.</description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Daniela Vargas</author></item><item><title>Family of 9-Year-Old Who Drowned at Henrico Summer Camp Sues SwimRVA for $100 Million</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/wrongful-death-lawsuit-filed-against-swimrva-in-drowning-of-9-year-old-king-over/</link><guid 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Jen Kiggans for a closed roundtable in Virginia Beach on workforce shortages, military food and the state&apos;s nursing gap.</description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Rahul Mehta</author></item><item><title>Pittsburgh Specialists Say Early Detection Gives Pope Leo XIV Reason for Optimism After Lung Cancer Surgery</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pittsburgh-doctors-explain-pope-leo-s-lung-cancer-diagnosis-surgery-and-recovery/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pittsburgh-doctors-explain-pope-leo-s-lung-cancer-diagnosis-surgery-and-recovery/</guid><description>Two Pittsburgh thoracic cancer experts say the pope&apos;s early-stage adenocarcinoma, caught before it spread, carries a favorable outlook for a healthy, active 71-year-old.</description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tariq Mahmoud</author></item><item><title>Steelers Move Defensive Coordinator Patrick Graham to Sideline, Beat Colts 34-22</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/it-needed-to-be-different-steelers-defensive-coordinator-patrick-graham-moves-to/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/it-needed-to-be-different-steelers-defensive-coordinator-patrick-graham-moves-to/</guid><description>After four weeks coaching from the press box, Pittsburgh&apos;s Patrick Graham worked at field level in Sunday&apos;s win over Indianapolis, a change coach Mike McCarthy said was aimed at improving game-day communication.</description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tariq Mahmoud</author></item><item><title>Virginia Aquarium to Debut Holiday Trail of Lights This Season</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/something-new-is-lighting-up-virginia-beach-this-holiday-season/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/something-new-is-lighting-up-virginia-beach-this-holiday-season/</guid><description>The new walk-through display, opening Nov. 20, takes the place of the Oceanfront&apos;s Holiday Lights at the Beach event.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Rahul Mehta</author></item><item><title>Richmond Council to Vote on Gilpin Court Agreement as Central Virginia Boards Meet This Week</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/on-the-agenda-rva-on-dominion-nextera-charlottesville-pcob-hanover-on-pennies/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/on-the-agenda-rva-on-dominion-nextera-charlottesville-pcob-hanover-on-pennies/</guid><description>Local governments across Central Virginia have meetings this week on public housing redevelopment, rezonings, park policies and a proposed cut to Richmond&apos;s property tax rate.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Daniela Vargas</author></item><item><title>Regional Panel Backs $32.8 Million State Grant for Richmond Water Plant Filter Upgrade</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/regional-water-workgroup-recommends-32-8m-for-richmond-treatment-plant-upgrade-v/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/regional-water-workgroup-recommends-32-8m-for-richmond-treatment-plant-upgrade-v/</guid><description>The Richmond Regional Water Workgroup has recommended directing $32.8 million in one-time state money to a filter project at the city&apos;s main treatment plant, though the approval hinges on assurances from state officials.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Daniela Vargas</author></item><item><title>New Postal Service Delivery Vans Begin Rolling Out Across Pittsburgh Region</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/postal-service-rolling-out-new-vans-in-pittsburgh-region/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/postal-service-rolling-out-new-vans-in-pittsburgh-region/</guid><description>The U.S. Postal Service has started putting its redesigned electric and gas-powered delivery vehicles into service in the Pittsburgh area as part of a nationwide fleet overhaul of more than 100,000 vehicles.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tariq Mahmoud</author></item><item><title>Eagles Rookie Tight End Eli Stowers Needs Time, and History Suggests Patience Pays Off</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/don-t-panic-over-eagles-rookie-tight-end-eli-stowers-here-s-where-he-can-improve/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/don-t-panic-over-eagles-rookie-tight-end-eli-stowers-here-s-where-he-can-improve/</guid><description>Stowers, a second-round pick from Vanderbilt, has been quiet in training camp, but comparisons with other non-first-round tight ends suggest his breakout could be years away.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Aever Bundji</author></item><item><title>Great Allegheny Passage Stays Shut Near Kennywood After Crews Find Unstable Rock</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/the-great-allegheny-passage-to-remain-closed-indefinitely-near-kennywood-park/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/the-great-allegheny-passage-to-remain-closed-indefinitely-near-kennywood-park/</guid><description>A roughly five-mile stretch of the popular trail will remain closed indefinitely while engineers assess two loose rock formations discovered during landslide repairs.</description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Priya Sharma</author></item><item><title>Cruz Homers in Return From Injury, Ashcraft Gives Pirates Another Gem in 4-1 Win Over Tigers</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/oneil-cruz-crushes-homer-in-return-braxton-ashcraft-tosses-gem-as-pirates-top-ti/</link><guid 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in the 1960s.</description><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Aever Bundji</author></item><item><title>Prosecutors drop all charges against Philadelphia Family Court judge accused of assaulting wife and daughter</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/da-withdraws-all-charges-against-family-court-judge-accused-of-attacking-his-wif/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/da-withdraws-all-charges-against-family-court-judge-accused-of-attacking-his-wif/</guid><description>The Philadelphia District Attorney&apos;s Office withdrew the case against Common Pleas Judge Michael Fanning, citing the women&apos;s wishes, a lack of injuries and documentation of &apos;extensive mitigation.&apos;</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Aever Bundji</author></item><item><title>Eagles&apos; fifth-round quarterback Cole Payton brings a dual-threat twist to the depth chart</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/eagles-newcomers-26-cole-payton-could-bring-interesting-new-dimension-to-quarter/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/eagles-newcomers-26-cole-payton-could-bring-interesting-new-dimension-to-quarter/</guid><description>With training camp set to open July 28, the Eagles&apos; rookie from North Dakota State and a Washington State safety recovering from injury are among the team&apos;s new faces.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Aever Bundji</author></item><item><title>Richmond Mental Health Agency Executive Charged in Alleged $49.6 Million Medicaid Fraud</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/richmond-mental-health-agency-operator-charged-in-49-6m-medicaid-fraud-scheme/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/richmond-mental-health-agency-operator-charged-in-49-6m-medicaid-fraud-scheme/</guid><description>Federal prosecutors say the chief operating officer of Advancing Communities Everywhere billed Medicaid for services that were not provided as described and often were not needed, targeting low-income and homeless Virginians.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Rahul Mehta</author></item><item><title>Pittsburgh Rock Band Ferocious Ghosts to Release Riff-Heavy Single &apos;Let It Burn&apos; on July 4</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pittsburgh-local-music-spotlight-ferocious-ghosts/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pittsburgh-local-music-spotlight-ferocious-ghosts/</guid><description>The Pittsburgh alternative group, whose new revenge-themed single was co-produced by an engineer with Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains credits, plays Mr. Smalls Funhouse on Sept. 12.</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Priya Sharma</author></item><item><title>Penguins Take Medicine Hat Winger Liam Ruck 22nd Overall in 2026 NHL Draft</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/penguins-select-winger-liam-ruck-at-no-22-in-1st-round-of-2026-nhl-draft/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/penguins-select-winger-liam-ruck-at-no-22-in-1st-round-of-2026-nhl-draft/</guid><description>Pittsburgh used its lone first-round selection on the 18-year-old forward, who finished second in Western Hockey League scoring this past season.</description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tariq Mahmoud</author></item><item><title>State Awards $100,000 to Help Preserve Carrie Blast Furnaces in Allegheny County</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/carrie-blast-furnaces-stand-strong-with-recent-100k-grant/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/carrie-blast-furnaces-stand-strong-with-recent-100k-grant/</guid><description>A Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission grant will fund foundation and masonry repairs at the 1907 Blowing Engine House on the National Historic Landmark site.</description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tariq Mahmoud</author></item><item><title>Richmond Resident Hit With $2,300 Water Bill After Leaking City Meter, Gets Credit Once CBS 6 Steps In</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/richmond-man-s-water-bill-jumps-from-81-to-2-300-he-called-cbs-6-for-help/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/richmond-man-s-water-bill-jumps-from-81-to-2-300-he-called-cbs-6-for-help/</guid><description>A Richmond man whose water bill jumped from $81 to more than $2,300 because of a leaking city meter saw his account credited only after a local news station contacted the utilities department.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Rahul Mehta</author></item><item><title>WESA and The Allegheny Front Collect 10 Golden Quill Awards, Regional Murrows and National Honors</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/wesa-allegheny-front-win-10-golden-quill-journalism-awards-2-regional-murrow-awa/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/wesa-allegheny-front-win-10-golden-quill-journalism-awards-2-regional-murrow-awa/</guid><description>Pittsburgh&apos;s 90.5 WESA newsroom and its partner program The Allegheny Front have been recognized in regional, state and national journalism competitions in 2026.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tariq Mahmoud</author></item><item><title>Philadelphia Drivers Feel the Squeeze as Gas Prices Pass $4 a Gallon</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/gas-prices-top-4-a-gallon-in-philadelphia/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/gas-prices-top-4-a-gallon-in-philadelphia/</guid><description>The national average for regular gasoline has topped $4 for the first time in four years, and Philadelphia prices are running above it as the Strait of Hormuz stays largely closed.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Aever Bundji</author></item><item><title>Auburn, Illinois State, Tulsa and New Mexico Reach NIT Final Four in Indianapolis</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/national-invitational-tournament-glance-wtop-news/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/national-invitational-tournament-glance-wtop-news/</guid><description>Four teams survived three rounds of the National Invitational Tournament and will meet in Indianapolis this week, with the championship game set for April 5.</description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Neha Iyer</author></item><item><title>Blawnox Sportsmen Club Approaches 90 Years of Fellowship and Local Giving</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/blawnox-sportsmen-club-a-legacy-of-camaraderie-and-giving-back/</link><guid 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Sharma</author></item><item><title>Unidentified Drones Spotted Over Fort McNair, Home to Rubio and Hegseth</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/unidentified-drones-spotted-over-dc-military-base-wtop-news/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/unidentified-drones-spotted-over-dc-military-base-wtop-news/</guid><description>The Army says there is no credible threat to the Washington base after several unidentified drones were seen above it in a single night, as the military heightens security concerns during the war with Iran.</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Tunde Adeyemi</author></item><item><title>Anthropic Takes Pentagon and White House to Court Over &apos;Supply Chain Risk&apos; Label</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/ai-company-anthropic-sues-trump-administration-seeking-to-undo-supply-chain-risk/</link><guid 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weather.</description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Daniela Vargas</author></item><item><title>Chesterfield Names Four Athletes to 2026 Sports Hall of Fame Class</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/chesterfield-county-announces-2026-sports-hall-of-fame-class/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/chesterfield-county-announces-2026-sports-hall-of-fame-class/</guid><description>Chesterfield County has announced its 2026 Sports Hall of Fame inductees and two new awards, with an April 17 ceremony planned at Stonebridge Recreation Center.</description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Rahul Mehta</author></item><item><title>Teen Co-Owner Brings Old-Fashioned General Store Charm to Portsmouth&apos;s Olde Towne</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/how-a-college-freshman-brought-a-nostalgic-general-store-to-olde-towne/</link><guid 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out of care with limited support.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Aever Bundji</author></item><item><title>Transit Advocates Urge Pittsburgh Regional Transit to Shelve Bus Redesign and Fix Existing Service</title><link>https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pittsburgh-regional-transit-urged-to-stop-redesign-of-bus-routes-fix-ridership-o/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://trendingnewznow.com/article/pittsburgh-regional-transit-urged-to-stop-redesign-of-bus-routes-fix-ridership-o/</guid><description>With its funding crisis postponed for two years, Pittsburgh Regional Transit plans to resume its bus route overhaul, but an advocacy group says the agency should first address falling ridership and poor on-time performance.</description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><author>Priya Sharma</author></item><item><title>Richmond Marks Indigenous Peoples&apos; Day With Celebration Honoring Virginia&apos;s 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Carolyn Cavaness, appointed in November as the first woman to lead Mother Bethel A.M.E. 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